The post holder will be a key contact for the Royal Free Health Unit finance team. They will ensure effective use of the Health Unit financial resources in pursuit of agreed financial envelope and allocated FIP target. The role requires working with key stakeholders, persuading and influencing the financial direction of the division. Main duties of the job To provide financial support to development of Royal Free Health Unit FIP/ savings plans and monitor the delivery of these plans. Responsible for the preparation and review of business cases ensuring that all costs/ income/ benefits are fully understood and those decisions on new initiatives are taken with full knowledge of the financial implications. Preparation of annual budgets, focused on service line profitability and including providing challenge to service line assumptions. Responsible for financial negotiations in relation to contracts both internally and externally. To enhance and develop the financial analytical support in order to help managers to develop their services in a cost-effective way. In particular the development of planning and monitoring policies and procedures. As a member of a multidisciplinary management team will attend key board and committees and be involved on a daily basis with the operations of assigned service lines. About us The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's biggest and most innovative trusts. Across three main hospitals, our dedicated army of staff care for over 1.6million patients, treat more than 200,000 in A&E, deliver over 8,000 babies and carry out more than 17million tests. Our size, scale and influence offer you unrivalled career opportunities and a forward-thinking approach to working that works around your lifestyle. From flexible hours and generous benefits, to next level training, we make it easier to take your career to the top. For more information please follow link Job responsibilities Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust. Person Specification Education & professional Qualifications Educated to Masters level or equivalent Professional qualification in accountancy (CIMA, ACA, CIPFA, ACCA) Expert knowledge gained through specialist training or experience Evidence or maintaining and developing technical accounting expertise and of staying up to date with current accounting rules since qualification Experience Successful experience of managing teams including experience of leading management accounting teams Experience of managing budget setting in large and highly complex organisation Experience of producing financial monitoring reports to Senior Management / Directors for large highly complex organisation Knowledge and experience of financial systems Royal Free World Class Values Demonstrable ability to meet the Trust Values Skills and aptitudes Leadership qualities and influencing skills Ability to operate as part of a leadership of the department proactively identifying ways to improve and working with others in the department to initiate these changes Strong analytical skills with the ability solve highly complex financial problems Excellent verbal and written communication skills The ability to manage time, meet deadlines and prioritie delivering to tight deadlines and managing the demands of senior stakeholders simultaneously Ability to make use of systems to prepare and present accurate, clear information and to identify what can be produced from other systems Strong organisation skills and ability to prioritise Flexible and able to manage workload to ensure delivery of both regular commitments and the support of Trust wide initiatives The ability to provide advice and support from across all of the accounting disciplines is essentia Able to influence others, and be able to present a coherent case in support of a desired outcome and the ability to present and explain complex financial information in a manner that can easily be understood by non -finance managers Confident in taking decisions when needed yet knowing when to ask advise / guidance or to gain approval before embarking on a specific course of action Record of improving processes and reporting in previous roles Personal Qualities & attributes Able to communicate clearly and concisely both verbally and in writing Flexible team player, willing to 'roll up sleeves' where necessary Able to inspire and motivate others Positive 'can do' attitude Resilient to cope with challenge and criticism Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. £72,921 to £83,362 a yearper annum, including HCAS
Apr 08, 2026
Full time
The post holder will be a key contact for the Royal Free Health Unit finance team. They will ensure effective use of the Health Unit financial resources in pursuit of agreed financial envelope and allocated FIP target. The role requires working with key stakeholders, persuading and influencing the financial direction of the division. Main duties of the job To provide financial support to development of Royal Free Health Unit FIP/ savings plans and monitor the delivery of these plans. Responsible for the preparation and review of business cases ensuring that all costs/ income/ benefits are fully understood and those decisions on new initiatives are taken with full knowledge of the financial implications. Preparation of annual budgets, focused on service line profitability and including providing challenge to service line assumptions. Responsible for financial negotiations in relation to contracts both internally and externally. To enhance and develop the financial analytical support in order to help managers to develop their services in a cost-effective way. In particular the development of planning and monitoring policies and procedures. As a member of a multidisciplinary management team will attend key board and committees and be involved on a daily basis with the operations of assigned service lines. About us The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's biggest and most innovative trusts. Across three main hospitals, our dedicated army of staff care for over 1.6million patients, treat more than 200,000 in A&E, deliver over 8,000 babies and carry out more than 17million tests. Our size, scale and influence offer you unrivalled career opportunities and a forward-thinking approach to working that works around your lifestyle. From flexible hours and generous benefits, to next level training, we make it easier to take your career to the top. For more information please follow link Job responsibilities Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust. Person Specification Education & professional Qualifications Educated to Masters level or equivalent Professional qualification in accountancy (CIMA, ACA, CIPFA, ACCA) Expert knowledge gained through specialist training or experience Evidence or maintaining and developing technical accounting expertise and of staying up to date with current accounting rules since qualification Experience Successful experience of managing teams including experience of leading management accounting teams Experience of managing budget setting in large and highly complex organisation Experience of producing financial monitoring reports to Senior Management / Directors for large highly complex organisation Knowledge and experience of financial systems Royal Free World Class Values Demonstrable ability to meet the Trust Values Skills and aptitudes Leadership qualities and influencing skills Ability to operate as part of a leadership of the department proactively identifying ways to improve and working with others in the department to initiate these changes Strong analytical skills with the ability solve highly complex financial problems Excellent verbal and written communication skills The ability to manage time, meet deadlines and prioritie delivering to tight deadlines and managing the demands of senior stakeholders simultaneously Ability to make use of systems to prepare and present accurate, clear information and to identify what can be produced from other systems Strong organisation skills and ability to prioritise Flexible and able to manage workload to ensure delivery of both regular commitments and the support of Trust wide initiatives The ability to provide advice and support from across all of the accounting disciplines is essentia Able to influence others, and be able to present a coherent case in support of a desired outcome and the ability to present and explain complex financial information in a manner that can easily be understood by non -finance managers Confident in taking decisions when needed yet knowing when to ask advise / guidance or to gain approval before embarking on a specific course of action Record of improving processes and reporting in previous roles Personal Qualities & attributes Able to communicate clearly and concisely both verbally and in writing Flexible team player, willing to 'roll up sleeves' where necessary Able to inspire and motivate others Positive 'can do' attitude Resilient to cope with challenge and criticism Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. £72,921 to £83,362 a yearper annum, including HCAS
Deputy Chief Executive and Director for Development & Economic Growth Lead growth, regeneration and place leadership in a high-performing council Rushcliffe is widely recognised as one of the country's most successful and high-performing district councils. Serving a thriving borough south of Nottingham, we combine a strong track record of delivering high-quality services with an ambitious agenda for sustainable growth, regeneration and place leadership. We are now seeking an exceptional leader to join our Executive Management Team as Deputy Chief Executive and Director for Development & Economic Growth. The Opportunity This is a pivotal corporate leadership role at the heart of one of the region's most dynamic local authorities. Reporting directly to the Chief Executive, you will help shape the strategic direction of the Council while leading a broad portfolio that sits at the centre of Rushcliffe's future prosperity and place development. Your responsibilities will include the leadership of a number of key services including economic growth, development management and planning policy, property services, corporate projects, business support team and the Rushcliffe Oaks Crematorium and will support major regeneration initiatives. You will work closely with Members to translate ambition into delivery and ensure the Council continues to play a leading role in shaping the borough's future. The role also carries Deputy Chief Executive responsibilities, supporting the Chief Executive in driving major strategic programmes and representing the Council in regional partnerships. You will be directly involved in a number of high-profile projects and partnerships, including: The future development opportunities arising from the Ratcliffe-on-Soar power station site Engagement with the East Midlands Combined County Authority Work linked to the East Midlands Freeport Major place-shaping initiatives across the borough This is a rare opportunity to influence the long-term economic future of a borough that combines strong growth potential with a commitment to sustainable development and high-quality places. The Organisation Rushcliffe Borough Council is an award-winning and forward-thinking authority with a reputation for delivering high-quality services and maintaining strong financial stewardship. The borough is one of the most attractive places to live in the East Midlands, with vibrant communities, successful local businesses and a strong commitment to protecting and enhancing the natural environment. Our Corporate Strategy sets out a clear vision for the future, focused on: Supporting sustainable economic growth Delivering high-quality places and communities Protecting the environment and tackling climate change Maintaining excellent public services and value for money At Rushcliffe we pride ourselves on being ambitious, collaborative and pragmatic. We are a council where leaders have the opportunity to shape outcomes, build strong partnerships and make a visible difference to the places we serve. Our modern offices at Rushcliffe Arena in West Bridgford, combined with flexible and hybrid working arrangements, provide an environment that supports collaboration, wellbeing and productivity. Candidates We are looking for a strategic, outward-facing and politically astute leader who can operate confidently at the most senior levels of local government. You will bring: A strong track record of leadership within local government or a similarly complex organisation Experience leading significant services, budgets and professional teams A strong understanding of place-shaping, regeneration, planning, economic growth or property The ability to build productive relationships with Members, partners and stakeholders Experience of delivering change and improvement in a politically sensitive environment Above all, you will be a visible and inspiring leader who can bring people together around a shared vision for the borough's future. You will combine strategic thinking with a pragmatic, delivery-focused mindset and the credibility to influence across organisational and partnership boundaries. How to Apply For further information and details of how to apply, please click on the 'apply button' And for a confidential discussion about the role, please contact our retained consultants at Penna: Pete John on or Julie Towers on . Closing date: 30 April 2026
Apr 08, 2026
Full time
Deputy Chief Executive and Director for Development & Economic Growth Lead growth, regeneration and place leadership in a high-performing council Rushcliffe is widely recognised as one of the country's most successful and high-performing district councils. Serving a thriving borough south of Nottingham, we combine a strong track record of delivering high-quality services with an ambitious agenda for sustainable growth, regeneration and place leadership. We are now seeking an exceptional leader to join our Executive Management Team as Deputy Chief Executive and Director for Development & Economic Growth. The Opportunity This is a pivotal corporate leadership role at the heart of one of the region's most dynamic local authorities. Reporting directly to the Chief Executive, you will help shape the strategic direction of the Council while leading a broad portfolio that sits at the centre of Rushcliffe's future prosperity and place development. Your responsibilities will include the leadership of a number of key services including economic growth, development management and planning policy, property services, corporate projects, business support team and the Rushcliffe Oaks Crematorium and will support major regeneration initiatives. You will work closely with Members to translate ambition into delivery and ensure the Council continues to play a leading role in shaping the borough's future. The role also carries Deputy Chief Executive responsibilities, supporting the Chief Executive in driving major strategic programmes and representing the Council in regional partnerships. You will be directly involved in a number of high-profile projects and partnerships, including: The future development opportunities arising from the Ratcliffe-on-Soar power station site Engagement with the East Midlands Combined County Authority Work linked to the East Midlands Freeport Major place-shaping initiatives across the borough This is a rare opportunity to influence the long-term economic future of a borough that combines strong growth potential with a commitment to sustainable development and high-quality places. The Organisation Rushcliffe Borough Council is an award-winning and forward-thinking authority with a reputation for delivering high-quality services and maintaining strong financial stewardship. The borough is one of the most attractive places to live in the East Midlands, with vibrant communities, successful local businesses and a strong commitment to protecting and enhancing the natural environment. Our Corporate Strategy sets out a clear vision for the future, focused on: Supporting sustainable economic growth Delivering high-quality places and communities Protecting the environment and tackling climate change Maintaining excellent public services and value for money At Rushcliffe we pride ourselves on being ambitious, collaborative and pragmatic. We are a council where leaders have the opportunity to shape outcomes, build strong partnerships and make a visible difference to the places we serve. Our modern offices at Rushcliffe Arena in West Bridgford, combined with flexible and hybrid working arrangements, provide an environment that supports collaboration, wellbeing and productivity. Candidates We are looking for a strategic, outward-facing and politically astute leader who can operate confidently at the most senior levels of local government. You will bring: A strong track record of leadership within local government or a similarly complex organisation Experience leading significant services, budgets and professional teams A strong understanding of place-shaping, regeneration, planning, economic growth or property The ability to build productive relationships with Members, partners and stakeholders Experience of delivering change and improvement in a politically sensitive environment Above all, you will be a visible and inspiring leader who can bring people together around a shared vision for the borough's future. You will combine strategic thinking with a pragmatic, delivery-focused mindset and the credibility to influence across organisational and partnership boundaries. How to Apply For further information and details of how to apply, please click on the 'apply button' And for a confidential discussion about the role, please contact our retained consultants at Penna: Pete John on or Julie Towers on . Closing date: 30 April 2026
Health Industry Director - Healthcare Position Description At CGI, you will shape the future of healthcare transformation by driving strategic growth across the Healthcare sector. In this role, you will deliver measurable outcomes by connecting innovative digital, data, and AI solutions to real-world healthcare challenges. You will influence industry direction, build trusted relationships with senior stakeholders, and unlock new opportunities that improve patient outcomes and operational efficiency. Working within a collaborative and forward-thinking environment, you will take ownership of impactful initiatives, apply creative thinking to complex problems, and be supported to grow your expertise while making a lasting difference across the healthcare ecosystem. CGI was recognised in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work List 2025 and has been named a UK 'Best Employer' by the Financial Times. We offer a competitive salary, excellent pension, private healthcare, plus a share scheme (3.5% + 3.5% matching) which makes you a CGI Partner not just an employee. We are committed to inclusivity, building a genuinely diverse community of tech talent and inspiring everyone to pursue careers in our sector, including our Armed Forces, and are proud to hold a Gold Award in recognition of our support of the Armed Forces Corporate Covenant. Join us and you'll be part of an open, friendly community of experts. We'll train and support you in taking your career wherever you want it to go. Your future duties and responsibilities In this role, you will lead strategic growth initiatives across the healthcare landscape, identifying, shaping, and securing opportunities that align CGI's capabilities with client priorities. You will act as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders, translating sector insight into compelling, outcome-focused solutions that drive transformation and deliver measurable value. Working closely with internal teams and partners, you will influence strategy, guide innovation, and support the development of scalable, high-impact propositions. You will take ownership of business development activities, from pipeline creation through to deal closure, while fostering strong, collaborative relationships across the healthcare ecosystem. Supported by a network of experts, you will help position CGI as a leader in healthcare innovation, enabling clients to modernise services, improve patient outcomes, and achieve long-term success. Lead & Grow business development across the Healthcare sector Develop & Deliver a strong pipeline of strategic opportunities Engage & Influence senior stakeholders across clients and partners Shape & Win complex pursuits, leading bids and proposal development Translate & Align client needs into innovative, technology-led solutions Represent & Advocate CGI at industry forums and events Collaborate & Partner with cross-functional teams to drive client success Guide & Challenge thinking to unlock innovation and transformation opportunities Required qualifications to be successful in this role You will bring deep healthcare sector expertise and a proven track record in strategic business development, with the ability to engage senior stakeholders and shape technology-enabled solutions. You should combine strong commercial acumen with a collaborative mindset and a passion for driving meaningful outcomes across the healthcare landscape. You should have proven experience in business development or strategic sales within Healthcare Strong understanding of the healthcare ecosystem Demonstrated success managing full sales lifecycles from opportunity to closure Experience leading or contributing to bids and complex proposals Established network across healthcare stakeholders Strong commercial awareness and ability to shape profitable deals Excellent communication, influencing, and relationship-building skills Interest in emerging technologies and their application in healthcare Together, as owners, let's turn meaningful insights into action. Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. Here, you'll reach your full potential because You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. That's why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our company's strategy and direction. Your work creates value. You'll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise. You'll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. You'll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons. Come join our team-one of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.
Apr 08, 2026
Full time
Health Industry Director - Healthcare Position Description At CGI, you will shape the future of healthcare transformation by driving strategic growth across the Healthcare sector. In this role, you will deliver measurable outcomes by connecting innovative digital, data, and AI solutions to real-world healthcare challenges. You will influence industry direction, build trusted relationships with senior stakeholders, and unlock new opportunities that improve patient outcomes and operational efficiency. Working within a collaborative and forward-thinking environment, you will take ownership of impactful initiatives, apply creative thinking to complex problems, and be supported to grow your expertise while making a lasting difference across the healthcare ecosystem. CGI was recognised in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work List 2025 and has been named a UK 'Best Employer' by the Financial Times. We offer a competitive salary, excellent pension, private healthcare, plus a share scheme (3.5% + 3.5% matching) which makes you a CGI Partner not just an employee. We are committed to inclusivity, building a genuinely diverse community of tech talent and inspiring everyone to pursue careers in our sector, including our Armed Forces, and are proud to hold a Gold Award in recognition of our support of the Armed Forces Corporate Covenant. Join us and you'll be part of an open, friendly community of experts. We'll train and support you in taking your career wherever you want it to go. Your future duties and responsibilities In this role, you will lead strategic growth initiatives across the healthcare landscape, identifying, shaping, and securing opportunities that align CGI's capabilities with client priorities. You will act as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders, translating sector insight into compelling, outcome-focused solutions that drive transformation and deliver measurable value. Working closely with internal teams and partners, you will influence strategy, guide innovation, and support the development of scalable, high-impact propositions. You will take ownership of business development activities, from pipeline creation through to deal closure, while fostering strong, collaborative relationships across the healthcare ecosystem. Supported by a network of experts, you will help position CGI as a leader in healthcare innovation, enabling clients to modernise services, improve patient outcomes, and achieve long-term success. Lead & Grow business development across the Healthcare sector Develop & Deliver a strong pipeline of strategic opportunities Engage & Influence senior stakeholders across clients and partners Shape & Win complex pursuits, leading bids and proposal development Translate & Align client needs into innovative, technology-led solutions Represent & Advocate CGI at industry forums and events Collaborate & Partner with cross-functional teams to drive client success Guide & Challenge thinking to unlock innovation and transformation opportunities Required qualifications to be successful in this role You will bring deep healthcare sector expertise and a proven track record in strategic business development, with the ability to engage senior stakeholders and shape technology-enabled solutions. You should combine strong commercial acumen with a collaborative mindset and a passion for driving meaningful outcomes across the healthcare landscape. You should have proven experience in business development or strategic sales within Healthcare Strong understanding of the healthcare ecosystem Demonstrated success managing full sales lifecycles from opportunity to closure Experience leading or contributing to bids and complex proposals Established network across healthcare stakeholders Strong commercial awareness and ability to shape profitable deals Excellent communication, influencing, and relationship-building skills Interest in emerging technologies and their application in healthcare Together, as owners, let's turn meaningful insights into action. Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. Here, you'll reach your full potential because You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. That's why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our company's strategy and direction. Your work creates value. You'll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise. You'll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. You'll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons. Come join our team-one of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.
Global Alliance Director Position Description At CGI, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of AI-driven partnerships by leading and expanding our global alliance with OpenAI. This role offers the opportunity to deliver meaningful business impact, driving growth, innovation, and market-leading solutions for clients across industries. Working at the forefront of emerging technologies, you will collaborate with global teams to influence strategy, unlock new opportunities, and strengthen CGI's position within the OpenAI ecosystem. You will be empowered to take ownership of strategic initiatives, bring creative thinking to complex challenges, and thrive in a collaborative environment that supports your growth and enables you to make a lasting difference. CGI was recognised in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work List 2025 and has been named a UK 'Best Employer' by the Financial Times. We offer a competitive salary, excellent pension, private healthcare, plus a share scheme (3.5% + 3.5% matching) which makes you a CGI Partner not just an employee. We are committed to inclusivity, building a genuinely diverse community of tech talent and inspiring everyone to pursue careers in our sector, including our Armed Forces, and are proud to hold a Gold Award in recognition of our support of the Armed Forces Corporate Covenant. Join us and you'll be part of an open, friendly community of experts. We'll train and support you in taking your career wherever you want it to go. Your future duties and responsibilities In this role, you will own and evolve CGI's global relationship with OpenAI, driving strategic alignment, growth, and innovation across multiple business units. You will define and execute a global partner strategy, shaping go-to-market initiatives, increasing pipeline and revenue, and ensuring consistent value delivery across regions and industries. Working closely with senior stakeholders, you will act as a trusted partner, influencing direction and strengthening collaboration across the alliance. You will take accountability for building and maintaining executive-level relationships, identifying new opportunities for joint innovation, and enabling CGI teams to maximise the value of the partnership. Supported by a collaborative global network, you will help accelerate capability development, promote knowledge sharing, and position CGI as a leading partner within the OpenAI ecosystem. Lead & Deliver the global OpenAI alliance strategy and partner business plan Develop & Execute go-to-market programmes aligned to key industries and offerings Drive & Grow joint pipeline, revenue, and client adoption of AI solutions Collaborate & Influence senior stakeholders across CGI and OpenAI Build & Strengthen executive-level relationships within the partner ecosystem Identify & Develop joint sales and marketing opportunities Enable & Support internal upskilling, certification, and capability development Track & Optimise alliance performance against KPIs and growth targets Support & Accelerate deal progression through close sales alignment Maintain & Enhance partner governance, engagement, and reporting frameworks Required qualifications to be successful in this role You will bring strong experience managing global technology alliances, ideally within AI or cloud ecosystems, with a proven ability to drive growth and build senior stakeholder relationships. You should be commercially focused, highly collaborative, and comfortable operating in complex, matrixed environments, with excellent communication and organisational skills. You should have extensive experience managing global alliances, ideally with OpenAI or similar AI/cloud partners Strong understanding of AI technologies, cloud services, and emerging digital solutions Proven ability to drive pipeline growth, revenue, and partner success Demonstrated experience engaging and influencing senior stakeholders Strong collaboration, communication, and stakeholder management skills Experience working across multiple geographies and business units Bachelor's degree (or equivalent experience) OpenAI or AI-related certifications are advantageous Together, as owners, let's turn meaningful insights into action. Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. Here, you'll reach your full potential because You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. That's why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our company's strategy and direction. Your work creates value. You'll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise. You'll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. You'll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons. Come join our team-one of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.
Apr 08, 2026
Full time
Global Alliance Director Position Description At CGI, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of AI-driven partnerships by leading and expanding our global alliance with OpenAI. This role offers the opportunity to deliver meaningful business impact, driving growth, innovation, and market-leading solutions for clients across industries. Working at the forefront of emerging technologies, you will collaborate with global teams to influence strategy, unlock new opportunities, and strengthen CGI's position within the OpenAI ecosystem. You will be empowered to take ownership of strategic initiatives, bring creative thinking to complex challenges, and thrive in a collaborative environment that supports your growth and enables you to make a lasting difference. CGI was recognised in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work List 2025 and has been named a UK 'Best Employer' by the Financial Times. We offer a competitive salary, excellent pension, private healthcare, plus a share scheme (3.5% + 3.5% matching) which makes you a CGI Partner not just an employee. We are committed to inclusivity, building a genuinely diverse community of tech talent and inspiring everyone to pursue careers in our sector, including our Armed Forces, and are proud to hold a Gold Award in recognition of our support of the Armed Forces Corporate Covenant. Join us and you'll be part of an open, friendly community of experts. We'll train and support you in taking your career wherever you want it to go. Your future duties and responsibilities In this role, you will own and evolve CGI's global relationship with OpenAI, driving strategic alignment, growth, and innovation across multiple business units. You will define and execute a global partner strategy, shaping go-to-market initiatives, increasing pipeline and revenue, and ensuring consistent value delivery across regions and industries. Working closely with senior stakeholders, you will act as a trusted partner, influencing direction and strengthening collaboration across the alliance. You will take accountability for building and maintaining executive-level relationships, identifying new opportunities for joint innovation, and enabling CGI teams to maximise the value of the partnership. Supported by a collaborative global network, you will help accelerate capability development, promote knowledge sharing, and position CGI as a leading partner within the OpenAI ecosystem. Lead & Deliver the global OpenAI alliance strategy and partner business plan Develop & Execute go-to-market programmes aligned to key industries and offerings Drive & Grow joint pipeline, revenue, and client adoption of AI solutions Collaborate & Influence senior stakeholders across CGI and OpenAI Build & Strengthen executive-level relationships within the partner ecosystem Identify & Develop joint sales and marketing opportunities Enable & Support internal upskilling, certification, and capability development Track & Optimise alliance performance against KPIs and growth targets Support & Accelerate deal progression through close sales alignment Maintain & Enhance partner governance, engagement, and reporting frameworks Required qualifications to be successful in this role You will bring strong experience managing global technology alliances, ideally within AI or cloud ecosystems, with a proven ability to drive growth and build senior stakeholder relationships. You should be commercially focused, highly collaborative, and comfortable operating in complex, matrixed environments, with excellent communication and organisational skills. You should have extensive experience managing global alliances, ideally with OpenAI or similar AI/cloud partners Strong understanding of AI technologies, cloud services, and emerging digital solutions Proven ability to drive pipeline growth, revenue, and partner success Demonstrated experience engaging and influencing senior stakeholders Strong collaboration, communication, and stakeholder management skills Experience working across multiple geographies and business units Bachelor's degree (or equivalent experience) OpenAI or AI-related certifications are advantageous Together, as owners, let's turn meaningful insights into action. Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. Here, you'll reach your full potential because You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. That's why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our company's strategy and direction. Your work creates value. You'll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise. You'll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. You'll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons. Come join our team-one of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.
Director Consulting Services - Banking and Financial Markets Position Description At CGI, we are redefining the future of banking and financial services by combining deep industry expertise with innovative technology to deliver transformative outcomes for our clients. As a Client Partner within our Banking & Financial Services practice, you will play a critical role in shaping client strategies, driving business growth, and delivering high-value solutions across complex, fast-evolving markets. You'll lead with insight and purpose, building trusted relationships, influencing at senior levels, and bringing forward-thinking ideas to life. In a collaborative and empowering environment, you'll have the autonomy to make an impact, grow strategically, and help define the next generation of financial services. CGI was recognised in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work List 2025 and has been named a UK 'Best Employer' by the Financial Times. We offer a competitive salary, excellent pension, private healthcare, plus a share scheme (3.5% + 3.5% matching) which makes you a CGI Partner not just an employee. We are committed to inclusivity, building a genuinely diverse community of tech talent and inspiring everyone to pursue careers in our sector, including our Armed Forces, and are proud to hold a Gold Award in recognition of our support of the Armed Forces Corporate Covenant. Join us and you'll be part of an open, friendly community of experts. We'll train and support you in taking your career wherever you want it to go. Your future duties and responsibilities In this role, you will take ownership of strategic client accounts within the Banking & Financial Services sector, driving business development, deepening relationships, and delivering sustainable growth across the UK and Asia. You will shape and execute account strategies, identify and convert new opportunities, and lead end-to-end sales engagements that deliver measurable value. With the freedom to innovate and influence, you will contribute to market-facing strategies, aligning CGI's capabilities with evolving client needs and industry trends. You will lead and inspire teams, ensuring strong collaboration across delivery, sales, and leadership functions while maintaining operational and financial oversight of your portfolio. Supported by a global network of experts, you will play a key role in strengthening CGI's market position and delivering impactful outcomes for clients. Lead & Grow: Own client portfolios and new business targets, driving revenue and sustainable growth Develop & Deliver: Shape and execute strategic sales plans, from pipeline creation to deal closure Build & Influence: Establish trusted relationships with senior stakeholders across banking clients Innovate & Strategise: Contribute to go-to-market strategy and provide insight on market trends Lead & Support: Manage, mentor, and develop teams while fostering a collaborative culture Optimise & Govern: Oversee financial performance and operational delivery across your accounts Required qualifications to be successful in this role You will bring a strong track record of sales, client leadership, and strategic growth within the banking or financial services sector, combined with the ability to influence senior stakeholders and deliver complex, high-value engagements. Proven success in sales, business development, and account leadership within banking/financial services Extensive experience managing and growing senior client relationships Deep understanding of UK banking market, trends, and regulatory landscape Demonstrated ability to achieve and exceed revenue and growth targets Strong leadership, consultative selling, and stakeholder influencing skills Solid technical understanding of IT and digital transformation services Experience in bid management, deal shaping, and financial modelling Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills Together, as owners, let's turn meaningful insights into action. Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. Here, you'll reach your full potential because You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. That's why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our company's strategy and direction. Your work creates value. You'll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise. You'll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. You'll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons. Come join our team-one of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.
Apr 08, 2026
Full time
Director Consulting Services - Banking and Financial Markets Position Description At CGI, we are redefining the future of banking and financial services by combining deep industry expertise with innovative technology to deliver transformative outcomes for our clients. As a Client Partner within our Banking & Financial Services practice, you will play a critical role in shaping client strategies, driving business growth, and delivering high-value solutions across complex, fast-evolving markets. You'll lead with insight and purpose, building trusted relationships, influencing at senior levels, and bringing forward-thinking ideas to life. In a collaborative and empowering environment, you'll have the autonomy to make an impact, grow strategically, and help define the next generation of financial services. CGI was recognised in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work List 2025 and has been named a UK 'Best Employer' by the Financial Times. We offer a competitive salary, excellent pension, private healthcare, plus a share scheme (3.5% + 3.5% matching) which makes you a CGI Partner not just an employee. We are committed to inclusivity, building a genuinely diverse community of tech talent and inspiring everyone to pursue careers in our sector, including our Armed Forces, and are proud to hold a Gold Award in recognition of our support of the Armed Forces Corporate Covenant. Join us and you'll be part of an open, friendly community of experts. We'll train and support you in taking your career wherever you want it to go. Your future duties and responsibilities In this role, you will take ownership of strategic client accounts within the Banking & Financial Services sector, driving business development, deepening relationships, and delivering sustainable growth across the UK and Asia. You will shape and execute account strategies, identify and convert new opportunities, and lead end-to-end sales engagements that deliver measurable value. With the freedom to innovate and influence, you will contribute to market-facing strategies, aligning CGI's capabilities with evolving client needs and industry trends. You will lead and inspire teams, ensuring strong collaboration across delivery, sales, and leadership functions while maintaining operational and financial oversight of your portfolio. Supported by a global network of experts, you will play a key role in strengthening CGI's market position and delivering impactful outcomes for clients. Lead & Grow: Own client portfolios and new business targets, driving revenue and sustainable growth Develop & Deliver: Shape and execute strategic sales plans, from pipeline creation to deal closure Build & Influence: Establish trusted relationships with senior stakeholders across banking clients Innovate & Strategise: Contribute to go-to-market strategy and provide insight on market trends Lead & Support: Manage, mentor, and develop teams while fostering a collaborative culture Optimise & Govern: Oversee financial performance and operational delivery across your accounts Required qualifications to be successful in this role You will bring a strong track record of sales, client leadership, and strategic growth within the banking or financial services sector, combined with the ability to influence senior stakeholders and deliver complex, high-value engagements. Proven success in sales, business development, and account leadership within banking/financial services Extensive experience managing and growing senior client relationships Deep understanding of UK banking market, trends, and regulatory landscape Demonstrated ability to achieve and exceed revenue and growth targets Strong leadership, consultative selling, and stakeholder influencing skills Solid technical understanding of IT and digital transformation services Experience in bid management, deal shaping, and financial modelling Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills Together, as owners, let's turn meaningful insights into action. Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. Here, you'll reach your full potential because You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. That's why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our company's strategy and direction. Your work creates value. You'll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise. You'll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. You'll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons. Come join our team-one of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.
Business Commercial Finance Modeller - 12m Fixed Term Contract Position Description At CGI, you'll play a pivotal role in strengthening financial insight during a period of strategic change, helping shape how the business measures, manages and optimises cost. Working at the heart of the organisation, this fixed-term role offers the opportunity to influence decision-making, redesign cost structures and deliver scalable models that support sustainable growth. You'll partner with senior leaders to drive transparency, unlock efficiencies and enable smarter investment, supported by a collaborative culture that encourages ownership, fresh thinking and continuous development. At CGI, your work will directly contribute to high-value outcomes for our business and clients, while giving you the support to make a lasting impact. CGI was recognised in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work List 2025 and has been named a UK 'Best Employer' by the Financial Times. We offer a competitive salary, excellent pension, private healthcare, plus a share scheme (3.5% + 3.5% matching) which makes you a CGI Partner not just an employee. We are committed to inclusivity, building a genuinely diverse community of tech talent and inspiring everyone to pursue careers in our sector, including our Armed Forces, and are proud to hold a Gold Award in recognition of our support of the Armed Forces Corporate Covenant. Join us and you'll be part of an open, friendly community of experts. We'll train and support you in taking your career wherever you want it to go. You will be required to travel to South Wales 1-2 days per week. Your future duties and responsibilities In this role, you will work closely with the Finance Director and senior business leaders to provide clear, data-driven insight that supports structural and operating model change. You will take ownership of reviewing and redesigning cost centres and standard costing approaches, building robust, flexible models that enable better planning, governance and decision-making across multiple business units. Supported by a collaborative finance community, you will help improve efficiency, transparency and scalability through smarter processes and modern tooling. You will also act as a trusted interface between finance and the wider business, translating operational activity into meaningful financial outcomes while contributing to broader finance transformation initiatives. Key responsibilities include: Lead cost centre reviews and redesign standard costing methodologies Develop & maintain scalable cost models to support scenario planning Analyse & explain cost and performance variances with clear recommendations Partner & influence senior stakeholders to improve financial visibility Optimise & automate forecasting, month-end and reporting processes Produce & present high-quality management information and insights Required qualifications to be successful in this role You will be a qualified accountant with strong commercial awareness and experience operating in complex, change-driven environments. You bring a proactive mindset, the ability to navigate ambiguity, and the confidence to partner with senior stakeholders while driving continuous improvement. Essential qualifications and experience: Qualified Accountant (ACCA, ACA or CIMA) Demonstrable years' experience in a relevant finance role Proven experience managing multiple cost centres and complex cost structures Strong analytical skills with advanced Excel capability Ability to communicate financial insight clearly to senior leaders Experience or strong interest in automation, AI or modern financial tooling Together, as owners, let's turn meaningful insights into action. Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. Here, you'll reach your full potential because You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. That's why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our company's strategy and direction. Your work creates value. You'll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise. You'll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. You'll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons. Come join our team-one of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.
Apr 08, 2026
Contractor
Business Commercial Finance Modeller - 12m Fixed Term Contract Position Description At CGI, you'll play a pivotal role in strengthening financial insight during a period of strategic change, helping shape how the business measures, manages and optimises cost. Working at the heart of the organisation, this fixed-term role offers the opportunity to influence decision-making, redesign cost structures and deliver scalable models that support sustainable growth. You'll partner with senior leaders to drive transparency, unlock efficiencies and enable smarter investment, supported by a collaborative culture that encourages ownership, fresh thinking and continuous development. At CGI, your work will directly contribute to high-value outcomes for our business and clients, while giving you the support to make a lasting impact. CGI was recognised in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work List 2025 and has been named a UK 'Best Employer' by the Financial Times. We offer a competitive salary, excellent pension, private healthcare, plus a share scheme (3.5% + 3.5% matching) which makes you a CGI Partner not just an employee. We are committed to inclusivity, building a genuinely diverse community of tech talent and inspiring everyone to pursue careers in our sector, including our Armed Forces, and are proud to hold a Gold Award in recognition of our support of the Armed Forces Corporate Covenant. Join us and you'll be part of an open, friendly community of experts. We'll train and support you in taking your career wherever you want it to go. You will be required to travel to South Wales 1-2 days per week. Your future duties and responsibilities In this role, you will work closely with the Finance Director and senior business leaders to provide clear, data-driven insight that supports structural and operating model change. You will take ownership of reviewing and redesigning cost centres and standard costing approaches, building robust, flexible models that enable better planning, governance and decision-making across multiple business units. Supported by a collaborative finance community, you will help improve efficiency, transparency and scalability through smarter processes and modern tooling. You will also act as a trusted interface between finance and the wider business, translating operational activity into meaningful financial outcomes while contributing to broader finance transformation initiatives. Key responsibilities include: Lead cost centre reviews and redesign standard costing methodologies Develop & maintain scalable cost models to support scenario planning Analyse & explain cost and performance variances with clear recommendations Partner & influence senior stakeholders to improve financial visibility Optimise & automate forecasting, month-end and reporting processes Produce & present high-quality management information and insights Required qualifications to be successful in this role You will be a qualified accountant with strong commercial awareness and experience operating in complex, change-driven environments. You bring a proactive mindset, the ability to navigate ambiguity, and the confidence to partner with senior stakeholders while driving continuous improvement. Essential qualifications and experience: Qualified Accountant (ACCA, ACA or CIMA) Demonstrable years' experience in a relevant finance role Proven experience managing multiple cost centres and complex cost structures Strong analytical skills with advanced Excel capability Ability to communicate financial insight clearly to senior leaders Experience or strong interest in automation, AI or modern financial tooling Together, as owners, let's turn meaningful insights into action. Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. Here, you'll reach your full potential because You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. That's why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our company's strategy and direction. Your work creates value. You'll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise. You'll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. You'll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons. Come join our team-one of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.
Director Business Consulting - Service Management Position Description Join CGI and help shape the future of digital transformation as you guide organisations through high-impact change. In this strategic director-level role, you will influence major programmes, strengthen client relationships, and drive meaningful business outcomes across diverse sectors. You'll champion innovative consulting approaches, empower teams to deliver measurable value, and play a key role in expanding our advisory capability. With the freedom to take ownership, the space to think creatively, and the backing of a collaborative community, you'll help clients navigate complex challenges while shaping the next chapter of CGI's growth. CGI was recognised in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work List 2025 and has been named a UK 'Best Employer' by the Financial Times. We offer a competitive salary, excellent pension, private healthcare, plus a share scheme (3.5% + 3.5% matching) which makes you a CGI Partner not just an employee. We are committed to inclusivity, building a genuinely diverse community of tech talent and inspiring everyone to pursue careers in our sector, including our Armed Forces, and are proud to hold a Gold Award in recognition of our support of the Armed Forces Corporate Covenant. Join us and you'll be part of an open, friendly community of experts. We'll train and support you in taking your career wherever you want it to go. Due to the secure nature of the programme, you will need to hold UK Security Clearance or be eligible to go through this clearance. This is a hybrid position, but you will be expected to travel 2 to 3 days per week either to CGI offices or to client sites. Your future duties and responsibilities Your future duties and responsibilities In this role, you will lead advisory engagements that shape client strategy, accelerate transformation and generate sustainable business value. You'll guide clients through complex decisions, develop compelling consulting propositions, and drive the full business development lifecycle from opportunity identification through to approval. Working closely with teams across Digital Transformation, IP and Global Technology Operations, you will influence service innovation while ensuring strong financial performance. You will take a visible role in strengthening CGI's market presence by cultivating senior-level relationships, steering high-value consulting initiatives, and contributing to the evolution of offerings that support the growth of the UK Advisory Practice. Key responsibilities: • Lead & Innovate: Shape consulting propositions and design high-impact advisory services. • Develop & Deliver: Drive the end-to-end business development lifecycle and secure new opportunities. • Guide & Influence: Build trusted relationships with C-suite stakeholders across multiple sectors. • Optimise & Grow: Contribute to P&L performance and overall practice growth. • Collaborate & Inspire: Partner with internal teams to align advisory services with evolving client needs. Required qualifications to be successful in this role Required qualifications to be successful in this role You should bring extensive experience in IT Services leadership within a consulting or systems integrator environment, with a proven record of driving growth, shaping portfolios and influencing senior stakeholders. Strong commercial insight, advisory capability and financial management experience will be essential to succeed. Essential qualifications: • Extensive experience in multi-discipline IT Services environments. • Background in an Advisory Practice within a large SI or consulting firm. • Strong expertise in sales, solution development and proposal creation. • Proven ability to grow business portfolios and manage P&L. • Confident in presenting to and engaging with C-suite stakeholders. • Demonstrated knowledge of commercial models, pricing and contractual frameworks. • Experience guiding transformation, portfolio assessments and best-practice reviews. Together, as owners, let's turn meaningful insights into action. Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. Here, you'll reach your full potential because You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. That's why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our company's strategy and direction. Your work creates value. You'll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise. You'll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. You'll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons. Come join our team-one of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.
Apr 08, 2026
Full time
Director Business Consulting - Service Management Position Description Join CGI and help shape the future of digital transformation as you guide organisations through high-impact change. In this strategic director-level role, you will influence major programmes, strengthen client relationships, and drive meaningful business outcomes across diverse sectors. You'll champion innovative consulting approaches, empower teams to deliver measurable value, and play a key role in expanding our advisory capability. With the freedom to take ownership, the space to think creatively, and the backing of a collaborative community, you'll help clients navigate complex challenges while shaping the next chapter of CGI's growth. CGI was recognised in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work List 2025 and has been named a UK 'Best Employer' by the Financial Times. We offer a competitive salary, excellent pension, private healthcare, plus a share scheme (3.5% + 3.5% matching) which makes you a CGI Partner not just an employee. We are committed to inclusivity, building a genuinely diverse community of tech talent and inspiring everyone to pursue careers in our sector, including our Armed Forces, and are proud to hold a Gold Award in recognition of our support of the Armed Forces Corporate Covenant. Join us and you'll be part of an open, friendly community of experts. We'll train and support you in taking your career wherever you want it to go. Due to the secure nature of the programme, you will need to hold UK Security Clearance or be eligible to go through this clearance. This is a hybrid position, but you will be expected to travel 2 to 3 days per week either to CGI offices or to client sites. Your future duties and responsibilities Your future duties and responsibilities In this role, you will lead advisory engagements that shape client strategy, accelerate transformation and generate sustainable business value. You'll guide clients through complex decisions, develop compelling consulting propositions, and drive the full business development lifecycle from opportunity identification through to approval. Working closely with teams across Digital Transformation, IP and Global Technology Operations, you will influence service innovation while ensuring strong financial performance. You will take a visible role in strengthening CGI's market presence by cultivating senior-level relationships, steering high-value consulting initiatives, and contributing to the evolution of offerings that support the growth of the UK Advisory Practice. Key responsibilities: • Lead & Innovate: Shape consulting propositions and design high-impact advisory services. • Develop & Deliver: Drive the end-to-end business development lifecycle and secure new opportunities. • Guide & Influence: Build trusted relationships with C-suite stakeholders across multiple sectors. • Optimise & Grow: Contribute to P&L performance and overall practice growth. • Collaborate & Inspire: Partner with internal teams to align advisory services with evolving client needs. Required qualifications to be successful in this role Required qualifications to be successful in this role You should bring extensive experience in IT Services leadership within a consulting or systems integrator environment, with a proven record of driving growth, shaping portfolios and influencing senior stakeholders. Strong commercial insight, advisory capability and financial management experience will be essential to succeed. Essential qualifications: • Extensive experience in multi-discipline IT Services environments. • Background in an Advisory Practice within a large SI or consulting firm. • Strong expertise in sales, solution development and proposal creation. • Proven ability to grow business portfolios and manage P&L. • Confident in presenting to and engaging with C-suite stakeholders. • Demonstrated knowledge of commercial models, pricing and contractual frameworks. • Experience guiding transformation, portfolio assessments and best-practice reviews. Together, as owners, let's turn meaningful insights into action. Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. Here, you'll reach your full potential because You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. That's why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our company's strategy and direction. Your work creates value. You'll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise. You'll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. You'll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons. Come join our team-one of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.
Marketing & Communications Director (Public Sector) Position Description At CGI, you will shape how we engage and grow within the UK public sector, driving a unified go-to-market strategy that delivers measurable commercial impact across government and public safety. As a trusted advisor to senior leaders, you will translate market insight and policy into compelling positioning, enabling stronger client relationships, improved win rates, and sustainable growth. You will lead with accountability and creativity, empowering your team to deliver high-value outcomes while fostering a collaborative, high-performance culture that supports innovation, ownership, and long-term success. CGI was recognised in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work List 2025 and has been named a UK 'Best Employer' by the Financial Times. We offer a competitive salary, excellent pension, private healthcare, plus a share scheme (3.5% + 3.5% matching) which makes you a CGI Partner not just an employee. We are committed to inclusivity, building a genuinely diverse community of tech talent and inspiring everyone to pursue careers in our sector, including our Armed Forces, and are proud to hold a Gold Award in recognition of our support of the Armed Forces Corporate Covenant. Join us and you'll be part of an open, friendly community of experts. We'll train and support you in taking your career wherever you want it to go. This is a hybrid position in London Your future duties and responsibilities In this role, you will lead the end-to-end marketing and communications strategy for CGI's Public Sector portfolio, aligning Government & Justice, Public Safety, and Government Relations into a single, coherent go-to-market approach. You will take ownership of delivering measurable commercial outcomes, from pipeline growth and improved win rates to stronger framework positioning and strategic account expansion. Acting as a senior advisor to business leaders, you will shape growth strategy through market insight, policy awareness, and competitive positioning while ensuring CGI presents a unified and credible voice across the public sector. You will also build and lead a high-performing Marketing Business Partner team, fostering a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement. Working collaboratively across specialist teams, you will drive integrated campaigns, thought leadership, and stakeholder engagement, ensuring all activity is aligned to business priorities and delivers tangible impact. Lead & Deliver integrated public sector marketing strategy aligned to growth priorities Shape & Influence senior stakeholders on positioning, investment, and go-to-market decisions Drive & Optimise pipeline growth, win rates, and commercial marketing performance Align & Integrate messaging across Government & Justice, Public Safety, and Government Relations Develop & Elevate thought leadership aligned to policy and sector priorities Build & Lead a high-performing, commercially focused marketing team Orchestrate & Execute campaigns, bids, and engagement activity with measurable impact Monitor & Improve performance through data, insight, and agile planning cycles Required qualifications to be successful in this role You will bring significant marketing leadership experience within complex, regulated environments, ideally across the public sector, government, or related industries. You should demonstrate a strong understanding of public sector policy, procurement frameworks, and stakeholder dynamics, alongside a proven ability to deliver measurable commercial outcomes. Experience influencing senior stakeholders, leading high-performing teams, and shaping strategic growth initiatives is essential. You should have significant experience in B2B marketing leadership within public sector or regulated industries Strong understanding of public sector procurement, frameworks, and policy landscape Proven ability to deliver measurable impact on pipeline growth, win rates, and revenue Experience partnering with senior stakeholders and influencing strategic decisions Demonstrated success in leading and developing high-performing teams Strong capability in integrated marketing, bid support, and thought leadership development Ability to translate market and policy insight into compelling commercial positioning Together, as owners, let's turn meaningful insights into action. Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. Here, you'll reach your full potential because You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. That's why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our company's strategy and direction. Your work creates value. You'll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise. You'll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. You'll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons. Come join our team-one of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.
Apr 08, 2026
Full time
Marketing & Communications Director (Public Sector) Position Description At CGI, you will shape how we engage and grow within the UK public sector, driving a unified go-to-market strategy that delivers measurable commercial impact across government and public safety. As a trusted advisor to senior leaders, you will translate market insight and policy into compelling positioning, enabling stronger client relationships, improved win rates, and sustainable growth. You will lead with accountability and creativity, empowering your team to deliver high-value outcomes while fostering a collaborative, high-performance culture that supports innovation, ownership, and long-term success. CGI was recognised in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work List 2025 and has been named a UK 'Best Employer' by the Financial Times. We offer a competitive salary, excellent pension, private healthcare, plus a share scheme (3.5% + 3.5% matching) which makes you a CGI Partner not just an employee. We are committed to inclusivity, building a genuinely diverse community of tech talent and inspiring everyone to pursue careers in our sector, including our Armed Forces, and are proud to hold a Gold Award in recognition of our support of the Armed Forces Corporate Covenant. Join us and you'll be part of an open, friendly community of experts. We'll train and support you in taking your career wherever you want it to go. This is a hybrid position in London Your future duties and responsibilities In this role, you will lead the end-to-end marketing and communications strategy for CGI's Public Sector portfolio, aligning Government & Justice, Public Safety, and Government Relations into a single, coherent go-to-market approach. You will take ownership of delivering measurable commercial outcomes, from pipeline growth and improved win rates to stronger framework positioning and strategic account expansion. Acting as a senior advisor to business leaders, you will shape growth strategy through market insight, policy awareness, and competitive positioning while ensuring CGI presents a unified and credible voice across the public sector. You will also build and lead a high-performing Marketing Business Partner team, fostering a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement. Working collaboratively across specialist teams, you will drive integrated campaigns, thought leadership, and stakeholder engagement, ensuring all activity is aligned to business priorities and delivers tangible impact. Lead & Deliver integrated public sector marketing strategy aligned to growth priorities Shape & Influence senior stakeholders on positioning, investment, and go-to-market decisions Drive & Optimise pipeline growth, win rates, and commercial marketing performance Align & Integrate messaging across Government & Justice, Public Safety, and Government Relations Develop & Elevate thought leadership aligned to policy and sector priorities Build & Lead a high-performing, commercially focused marketing team Orchestrate & Execute campaigns, bids, and engagement activity with measurable impact Monitor & Improve performance through data, insight, and agile planning cycles Required qualifications to be successful in this role You will bring significant marketing leadership experience within complex, regulated environments, ideally across the public sector, government, or related industries. You should demonstrate a strong understanding of public sector policy, procurement frameworks, and stakeholder dynamics, alongside a proven ability to deliver measurable commercial outcomes. Experience influencing senior stakeholders, leading high-performing teams, and shaping strategic growth initiatives is essential. You should have significant experience in B2B marketing leadership within public sector or regulated industries Strong understanding of public sector procurement, frameworks, and policy landscape Proven ability to deliver measurable impact on pipeline growth, win rates, and revenue Experience partnering with senior stakeholders and influencing strategic decisions Demonstrated success in leading and developing high-performing teams Strong capability in integrated marketing, bid support, and thought leadership development Ability to translate market and policy insight into compelling commercial positioning Together, as owners, let's turn meaningful insights into action. Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. Here, you'll reach your full potential because You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. That's why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our company's strategy and direction. Your work creates value. You'll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise. You'll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. You'll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons. Come join our team-one of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.
Description Engine by Starling , was born out of Starling : the UK's first and leading digital bank. Today, Starling delivers intuitive, customer-centric tools to help over 4.6 million people and small businesses to be 'good with money'. We believe that great technology has the ability to empower customers to save, spend and manage their money in a new and transformative way. Engine is on a mission to promote this philosophy around the world. Engine is a cloud-native, bank-built SaaS platform. We provide a comprehensive and cloud-native solution to power banks around the world, who share our ambition of building businesses designed to evolve, innovate, and meet growing customer demands. The SaaS technology platform is now available to banks, building societies and credit unions around the world, enabling them to benefit from the modern digital features and efficient back-office processes that has helped Starling to achieve its success. At Engine, we follow five guiding principles: listen, keep it simple, do the right thing, own it, and aim for greatness. Having launched in 2022, we are a rapidly-growing organisation who adopts the same agile mindset as our technology. As such, we embrace change, the reimagination of processes and have cultivated an environment where our colleagues - and partners - can design, build and collaborate openly, with a strong degree of ownership and empowerment to get things done. Hybrid Working Engine is headquartered in London, with offices in Manchester, Cardiff, Southampton in the UK and internationally Dublin, Sydney, Dubai, Toronto and New York. We have a hybrid approach to working at Engine - our preference is that you're located within a commutable distance of one of our UK offices to enable in-person collaboration and interaction with your team. About the Role This role will shape our Security objectives, practices and associated policies and processes within Engine as well as lead the continuous improvement of our Information Security capabilities whilst managing a growing Information Security Team. The successful candidate will act as the liaison between Engine and Starling Bank's Information Security teams whilst also ensuring that they are the point of contact for all Information security related questions raised by Engine clients and our auditors. We're looking for a curious, versatile, adaptable and experienced information security or cyber specialist with executive presence and strong leadership skills who enjoys the challenge of a varied and collaborative role. You'll enjoy problem solving, working with a wide variety of stakeholders, and enabling us to be creative in continuing to provide innovative products and services to support our clients, and stay at the forefront of all things Information Security. What you'll get to do: Manage and maintain the Information Security Policy and Information Security Management System to ensure (i) it meets the needs of Engine, its clients, employees and other stakeholders and (ii) compliance with the relevant industry standards, regulatory and certification requirements such as ISO 27001. Oversee Engine's Information Security governance documents (processes, standards and procedures) and optimise reporting of identified threats and vulnerabilities. Oversee the process for obtaining and maintaining compliance certifications and accreditations including but not limited to ISO 27001, SOC 1, SOC 2 and PCI DSS/3DS through engagement with internal teams and our external auditors. Maintain the Information Security Risk Register; identifying, assessing and mitigating information security risks (including security risks related to third-parties and partners) and ensuring coherence with Engine's Risk Management framework. Act as a point of contact for all Information Security related client queries and issues; providing expert opinion and communication during initial client conversations, RFPs, RFIs, delivery and throughout the client lifecycle. Act as an Information Security point of contact for Business Continuity Planning and Disaster Recovery; this includes responsibility for initiation and execution of cyber business impact analysis. Advise the wider organisation on compliance and governance requirements. Oversee Incident Response related to Information Security and ensure coherence and collaboration with the broader Technology response capability. Liaise with external bodies and organisations to keep abreast of the threat landscape, emerging trends, technologies and legislation that have an impact on Information Security. Assist as necessary to investigate security breaches and pursue associated disciplinary and legal matters. Lead and manage a team of subject matter experts to ensure Information Security is managed effectively throughout the IT service delivery lifecycle, addressing client needs. Promote security awareness by collaborating with the relevant teams to provide training and awareness to the wider Engine organisation. Requirements deep understanding and knowledge of cyber security principles, security standards and regulatory compliance and its application in a wide variety of organisations with a strong risk culture. experience in a business facing security role, ideally in an Information Security Director, BISO, CISO or similar capacity strong business acumen and commercial awareness with previous experience in a senior client-facing role or similar. be a self starter / self motivated with the ability to lead, inspire and drive change through an organisation. have the ability to be pragmatic while balancing the needs of Engine against security. ability to work with a variety of stakeholders across all levels and can adapt communication style to different stakeholders. have an ability to think and plan strategically and systematically while recognising the need to deliver to the business requirements. have previous experience working in a complex IT organisation encompassing service delivery, application development and IT infrastructure. an understanding of best practice within Information Security and risk management including standards such as ISO 27001, NIST, Cyber Essentials and COBIT. an understanding of legislation and regulations that impact information Security. E.g. Data Protection Act and GDPR, Freedom of Information Act, PCI DSS. Have previous experience in leading, developing and motivating a team of subject matter experts. An understanding of current and emerging threats and countermeasures and the organisational challenges to addressing these threats. A good practical knowledge of security technologies and wider business solutions including Identity and access management, SIEM, remote working and cloud technologies. Experience of working in a banking or financial services environment would be beneficial. ISC2 CISSP or ISACA CISM, ISACA CRISC, CISA or Open FAIR qualifications would be beneficial. Interview process Interviewing is a two way process and we want you to have the time and opportunity to get to know us, as much as we are getting to know you! Our interviews are conversational and we want to get the best from you, so come with questions and be curious. In general you can expect the below, following a chat with one of our Talent Team: Initial video interview with Engine's deputy CTO (45 minutes) A secondary, deeper interview, with Engine CTO and Starling Group CISO (75-90 minutes) Final interview with Engine's CEO and Chief of Staff (45 minutes) Benefits 33 days holiday (including public holidays, which you can take when it works best for you) An extra day's holiday for your birthday Annual leave is increased with length of service, and you can choose to buy or sell up to five extra days off 16 hours paid volunteering time a year Salary sacrifice, company enhanced pension scheme Life insurance at 4x your salary & group income protection Private Medical Insurance with VitalityHealth including mental health support and cancer care. Partner benefits include discounts with Waitrose, Mr&Mrs Smith and Peloton Generous family-friendly policies Incentives refer a friend scheme Perkbox membership giving access to retail discounts, a wellness platform for physical and mental health, and weekly free and boosted perks Access to initiatives like Cycle to Work, Salary Sacrificed Gym partnerships and Electric Vehicle (EV) leasing You may be put off applying for a role because you don't tick every box. Forget that! While we can't accommodate every flexible working request, we're always open to discussion. So, if you're excited about working with us, but aren't sure if you're 100% there yet, get in touch anyway. We're on a mission to radically reshape banking - and that starts with our brilliant team. Whatever came before, we're proud to bring together people of all backgrounds and experiences who love working together to solve problems. Starling is an equal opportunity employer, and we're proud of our ongoing efforts to foster diversity & inclusion in the workplace. Individuals seeking employment at Starling are considered without regard to race, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition, ancestry, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status . click apply for full job details
Apr 08, 2026
Full time
Description Engine by Starling , was born out of Starling : the UK's first and leading digital bank. Today, Starling delivers intuitive, customer-centric tools to help over 4.6 million people and small businesses to be 'good with money'. We believe that great technology has the ability to empower customers to save, spend and manage their money in a new and transformative way. Engine is on a mission to promote this philosophy around the world. Engine is a cloud-native, bank-built SaaS platform. We provide a comprehensive and cloud-native solution to power banks around the world, who share our ambition of building businesses designed to evolve, innovate, and meet growing customer demands. The SaaS technology platform is now available to banks, building societies and credit unions around the world, enabling them to benefit from the modern digital features and efficient back-office processes that has helped Starling to achieve its success. At Engine, we follow five guiding principles: listen, keep it simple, do the right thing, own it, and aim for greatness. Having launched in 2022, we are a rapidly-growing organisation who adopts the same agile mindset as our technology. As such, we embrace change, the reimagination of processes and have cultivated an environment where our colleagues - and partners - can design, build and collaborate openly, with a strong degree of ownership and empowerment to get things done. Hybrid Working Engine is headquartered in London, with offices in Manchester, Cardiff, Southampton in the UK and internationally Dublin, Sydney, Dubai, Toronto and New York. We have a hybrid approach to working at Engine - our preference is that you're located within a commutable distance of one of our UK offices to enable in-person collaboration and interaction with your team. About the Role This role will shape our Security objectives, practices and associated policies and processes within Engine as well as lead the continuous improvement of our Information Security capabilities whilst managing a growing Information Security Team. The successful candidate will act as the liaison between Engine and Starling Bank's Information Security teams whilst also ensuring that they are the point of contact for all Information security related questions raised by Engine clients and our auditors. We're looking for a curious, versatile, adaptable and experienced information security or cyber specialist with executive presence and strong leadership skills who enjoys the challenge of a varied and collaborative role. You'll enjoy problem solving, working with a wide variety of stakeholders, and enabling us to be creative in continuing to provide innovative products and services to support our clients, and stay at the forefront of all things Information Security. What you'll get to do: Manage and maintain the Information Security Policy and Information Security Management System to ensure (i) it meets the needs of Engine, its clients, employees and other stakeholders and (ii) compliance with the relevant industry standards, regulatory and certification requirements such as ISO 27001. Oversee Engine's Information Security governance documents (processes, standards and procedures) and optimise reporting of identified threats and vulnerabilities. Oversee the process for obtaining and maintaining compliance certifications and accreditations including but not limited to ISO 27001, SOC 1, SOC 2 and PCI DSS/3DS through engagement with internal teams and our external auditors. Maintain the Information Security Risk Register; identifying, assessing and mitigating information security risks (including security risks related to third-parties and partners) and ensuring coherence with Engine's Risk Management framework. Act as a point of contact for all Information Security related client queries and issues; providing expert opinion and communication during initial client conversations, RFPs, RFIs, delivery and throughout the client lifecycle. Act as an Information Security point of contact for Business Continuity Planning and Disaster Recovery; this includes responsibility for initiation and execution of cyber business impact analysis. Advise the wider organisation on compliance and governance requirements. Oversee Incident Response related to Information Security and ensure coherence and collaboration with the broader Technology response capability. Liaise with external bodies and organisations to keep abreast of the threat landscape, emerging trends, technologies and legislation that have an impact on Information Security. Assist as necessary to investigate security breaches and pursue associated disciplinary and legal matters. Lead and manage a team of subject matter experts to ensure Information Security is managed effectively throughout the IT service delivery lifecycle, addressing client needs. Promote security awareness by collaborating with the relevant teams to provide training and awareness to the wider Engine organisation. Requirements deep understanding and knowledge of cyber security principles, security standards and regulatory compliance and its application in a wide variety of organisations with a strong risk culture. experience in a business facing security role, ideally in an Information Security Director, BISO, CISO or similar capacity strong business acumen and commercial awareness with previous experience in a senior client-facing role or similar. be a self starter / self motivated with the ability to lead, inspire and drive change through an organisation. have the ability to be pragmatic while balancing the needs of Engine against security. ability to work with a variety of stakeholders across all levels and can adapt communication style to different stakeholders. have an ability to think and plan strategically and systematically while recognising the need to deliver to the business requirements. have previous experience working in a complex IT organisation encompassing service delivery, application development and IT infrastructure. an understanding of best practice within Information Security and risk management including standards such as ISO 27001, NIST, Cyber Essentials and COBIT. an understanding of legislation and regulations that impact information Security. E.g. Data Protection Act and GDPR, Freedom of Information Act, PCI DSS. Have previous experience in leading, developing and motivating a team of subject matter experts. An understanding of current and emerging threats and countermeasures and the organisational challenges to addressing these threats. A good practical knowledge of security technologies and wider business solutions including Identity and access management, SIEM, remote working and cloud technologies. Experience of working in a banking or financial services environment would be beneficial. ISC2 CISSP or ISACA CISM, ISACA CRISC, CISA or Open FAIR qualifications would be beneficial. Interview process Interviewing is a two way process and we want you to have the time and opportunity to get to know us, as much as we are getting to know you! Our interviews are conversational and we want to get the best from you, so come with questions and be curious. In general you can expect the below, following a chat with one of our Talent Team: Initial video interview with Engine's deputy CTO (45 minutes) A secondary, deeper interview, with Engine CTO and Starling Group CISO (75-90 minutes) Final interview with Engine's CEO and Chief of Staff (45 minutes) Benefits 33 days holiday (including public holidays, which you can take when it works best for you) An extra day's holiday for your birthday Annual leave is increased with length of service, and you can choose to buy or sell up to five extra days off 16 hours paid volunteering time a year Salary sacrifice, company enhanced pension scheme Life insurance at 4x your salary & group income protection Private Medical Insurance with VitalityHealth including mental health support and cancer care. Partner benefits include discounts with Waitrose, Mr&Mrs Smith and Peloton Generous family-friendly policies Incentives refer a friend scheme Perkbox membership giving access to retail discounts, a wellness platform for physical and mental health, and weekly free and boosted perks Access to initiatives like Cycle to Work, Salary Sacrificed Gym partnerships and Electric Vehicle (EV) leasing You may be put off applying for a role because you don't tick every box. Forget that! While we can't accommodate every flexible working request, we're always open to discussion. So, if you're excited about working with us, but aren't sure if you're 100% there yet, get in touch anyway. We're on a mission to radically reshape banking - and that starts with our brilliant team. Whatever came before, we're proud to bring together people of all backgrounds and experiences who love working together to solve problems. Starling is an equal opportunity employer, and we're proud of our ongoing efforts to foster diversity & inclusion in the workplace. Individuals seeking employment at Starling are considered without regard to race, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition, ancestry, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status . click apply for full job details
Description At Engine by Starling , we are on a mission to find and work with leading banks all around the world who have the ambition to build rapid growth businesses, on our technology. Engine is Starling's software-as-a-service (SaaS) business, the technology that was built to power Starling Bank, and two years ago we split out as a separate business. Starling has seen exceptional growth and success, and a large part of that is down to the fact that we have built our own modern technology from the ground up. This SaaS technology platform is now available to banks and financial institutions all around the world, enabling them to benefit from the innovative digital features, and efficient back-office processes that has helped achieve Starling's success. We draw upon our experience as knowledgeable bankers, and best in class technologists to become the chosen option for these banks, and preferred partners for leading consultancies. Hybrid Working We have a Hybrid approach to working here at Engine - our preference is that you're located within a commutable distance of one of our offices so that we're able to interact and collaborate in person. About the role In this role within Engine's Product & Technology function, you'll play a key role in enabling the evolution of our clients' Savings propositions globally. You'll bring Product Management and Savings expertise as well as your drive to create great experiences across the various touch points in the lifecycle of a Savings customer. You'll launch new Savings products and features on our platform from conception to optimisation, while also working closely with the wider Savings product team on our Savings roadmap. You'll have touch points with our existing and future clients to ensure we support them effectively and continually learn and take on feedback. You'll enjoy problem solving, getting to the detail, and understanding how clients can make the best use of our product, whilst designing ways to improve it. Your work will span product strategy and vision, product discovery and design, and product delivery as part of our modern Product Engineering organisation. What you'll get to do Take ownership of part of our Savings product domain owning the end-to-end discovery, design, and delivery of new Savings products and features. Collaborate on the Savings domain strategy and Roadmap, shaping our future plans for this critical part of our offering. You'll work cross-functionally with engineers, designers, document writers, and QA to drive the design and delivery of improvements to the product that align with the vision of the business, taking into account existing and potential clients. You'll confidently and independently prioritise incoming tasks and clearly communicate 'the what' and 'the why' of each decision to both internal and external stakeholders. You'll work with the Savings Engineering Lead in defining the Engineering plan for the features in your Roadmap, collaborating to ensure delivery remains on track and proactively raising risks that may impact our client projects. You'll develop a close relationship with our Delivery and Customer Success teams, taking the lead on assessing feature requests and client requirements as a key input into overall feature and roadmap definition. You'll work closely with our Business Development team by helping the team understand Engine's capabilities in your domain and joining early-stage Sales conversations as an SME. You'll become an internal champion for our Savings domain, developing materials and messaging for use by the rest of the business. Hear more from the team in some case studies, below, and our work with Women In Tech . Product in Practice Requirements Your background 4+ years of direct Product management experience, ideally in FinTech or a business using modern Product development & Engineering techniques. You have owned and delivered new features, projects or products from start to finish including post-launch maintenance and improvement. You might also have experience delivering experiences to B2B clients via APIs or mobile SDKs, such as experience at a SaaS organisation. You have experience of rapidly understanding problems and presenting solutions in a structured and informative manner that facilitates decision making. You might also have relevant experience in the Savings space, such as experience of shaping and delivering new digital Savings propositions or an understanding of the particular nuances and dynamics of Savings products and customer needs. Your skills You're able to manage competing priorities, whilst keeping sight of the big picture and driving towards an end goal. You are intellectually and technically curious and enjoy learning what things do and how they work. You have a knack for understanding technical concepts and enjoy getting into the details with engineering and design. You have good communication skills that will be required to work with both internal and external stakeholders. You're comfortable handling ambiguity and working in a flat structure. You proactively take accountability for important and strategic activities. Interview process Interviewing is a two way process and we want you to have the time and opportunity to get to know us, as much as we are getting to know you! Our interviews are conversational and we want to get the best from you, so come with questions and be curious. In general you can expect the below, following a chat with one of our Talent Team: 45 minute with someone from the team 1 hour with two more people from the team including our Technical Product Director 45 minutes with two of the senior leadership team Benefits 33 days holiday (including public holidays, which you can take when it works best for you) An extra day's holiday for your birthday Annual leave is increased with length of service, and you can choose to buy or sell up to five extra days off 16 hours paid volunteering time a year Salary sacrifice, company enhanced pension scheme Life insurance at 4x your salary & group income protection Private Medical Insurance with VitalityHealth including mental health support and cancer care. Partner benefits include discounts with Waitrose, Mr&Mrs Smith and Peloton Generous family-friendly policies Incentives refer a friend scheme Perkbox membership giving access to retail discounts, a wellness platform for physical and mental health, and weekly free and boosted perks Access to initiatives like Cycle to Work, Salary Sacrificed Gym partnerships and Electric Vehicle (EV) leasing You may be put off applying for a role because you don't tick every box. Forget that! While we can't accommodate every flexible working request, we're always open to discussion. So, if you're excited about working with us, but aren't sure if you're 100% there yet, get in touch anyway. We're on a mission to radically reshape banking - and that starts with our brilliant team. Whatever came before, we're proud to bring together people of all backgrounds and experiences who love working together to solve problems. Engine by Starling is an equal opportunity employer, and we're proud of our ongoing efforts to foster diversity & inclusion in the workplace. Individuals seeking employment at Engine by Starling are considered without regard to race, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition, ancestry, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. When you provide us with this information, you are doing so at your own consent, with full knowledge that we will process this personal data in accordance with our Privacy Notice. By submitting your application, you agree that Engine by Starling and Starling will collect your personal data for recruiting and related purposes. Our Privacy Notice explains what personal information we will process, where we will process your personal information, its purposes for processing your personal information, and the rights you can exercise over our use of your personal information.
Apr 08, 2026
Full time
Description At Engine by Starling , we are on a mission to find and work with leading banks all around the world who have the ambition to build rapid growth businesses, on our technology. Engine is Starling's software-as-a-service (SaaS) business, the technology that was built to power Starling Bank, and two years ago we split out as a separate business. Starling has seen exceptional growth and success, and a large part of that is down to the fact that we have built our own modern technology from the ground up. This SaaS technology platform is now available to banks and financial institutions all around the world, enabling them to benefit from the innovative digital features, and efficient back-office processes that has helped achieve Starling's success. We draw upon our experience as knowledgeable bankers, and best in class technologists to become the chosen option for these banks, and preferred partners for leading consultancies. Hybrid Working We have a Hybrid approach to working here at Engine - our preference is that you're located within a commutable distance of one of our offices so that we're able to interact and collaborate in person. About the role In this role within Engine's Product & Technology function, you'll play a key role in enabling the evolution of our clients' Savings propositions globally. You'll bring Product Management and Savings expertise as well as your drive to create great experiences across the various touch points in the lifecycle of a Savings customer. You'll launch new Savings products and features on our platform from conception to optimisation, while also working closely with the wider Savings product team on our Savings roadmap. You'll have touch points with our existing and future clients to ensure we support them effectively and continually learn and take on feedback. You'll enjoy problem solving, getting to the detail, and understanding how clients can make the best use of our product, whilst designing ways to improve it. Your work will span product strategy and vision, product discovery and design, and product delivery as part of our modern Product Engineering organisation. What you'll get to do Take ownership of part of our Savings product domain owning the end-to-end discovery, design, and delivery of new Savings products and features. Collaborate on the Savings domain strategy and Roadmap, shaping our future plans for this critical part of our offering. You'll work cross-functionally with engineers, designers, document writers, and QA to drive the design and delivery of improvements to the product that align with the vision of the business, taking into account existing and potential clients. You'll confidently and independently prioritise incoming tasks and clearly communicate 'the what' and 'the why' of each decision to both internal and external stakeholders. You'll work with the Savings Engineering Lead in defining the Engineering plan for the features in your Roadmap, collaborating to ensure delivery remains on track and proactively raising risks that may impact our client projects. You'll develop a close relationship with our Delivery and Customer Success teams, taking the lead on assessing feature requests and client requirements as a key input into overall feature and roadmap definition. You'll work closely with our Business Development team by helping the team understand Engine's capabilities in your domain and joining early-stage Sales conversations as an SME. You'll become an internal champion for our Savings domain, developing materials and messaging for use by the rest of the business. Hear more from the team in some case studies, below, and our work with Women In Tech . Product in Practice Requirements Your background 4+ years of direct Product management experience, ideally in FinTech or a business using modern Product development & Engineering techniques. You have owned and delivered new features, projects or products from start to finish including post-launch maintenance and improvement. You might also have experience delivering experiences to B2B clients via APIs or mobile SDKs, such as experience at a SaaS organisation. You have experience of rapidly understanding problems and presenting solutions in a structured and informative manner that facilitates decision making. You might also have relevant experience in the Savings space, such as experience of shaping and delivering new digital Savings propositions or an understanding of the particular nuances and dynamics of Savings products and customer needs. Your skills You're able to manage competing priorities, whilst keeping sight of the big picture and driving towards an end goal. You are intellectually and technically curious and enjoy learning what things do and how they work. You have a knack for understanding technical concepts and enjoy getting into the details with engineering and design. You have good communication skills that will be required to work with both internal and external stakeholders. You're comfortable handling ambiguity and working in a flat structure. You proactively take accountability for important and strategic activities. Interview process Interviewing is a two way process and we want you to have the time and opportunity to get to know us, as much as we are getting to know you! Our interviews are conversational and we want to get the best from you, so come with questions and be curious. In general you can expect the below, following a chat with one of our Talent Team: 45 minute with someone from the team 1 hour with two more people from the team including our Technical Product Director 45 minutes with two of the senior leadership team Benefits 33 days holiday (including public holidays, which you can take when it works best for you) An extra day's holiday for your birthday Annual leave is increased with length of service, and you can choose to buy or sell up to five extra days off 16 hours paid volunteering time a year Salary sacrifice, company enhanced pension scheme Life insurance at 4x your salary & group income protection Private Medical Insurance with VitalityHealth including mental health support and cancer care. Partner benefits include discounts with Waitrose, Mr&Mrs Smith and Peloton Generous family-friendly policies Incentives refer a friend scheme Perkbox membership giving access to retail discounts, a wellness platform for physical and mental health, and weekly free and boosted perks Access to initiatives like Cycle to Work, Salary Sacrificed Gym partnerships and Electric Vehicle (EV) leasing You may be put off applying for a role because you don't tick every box. Forget that! While we can't accommodate every flexible working request, we're always open to discussion. So, if you're excited about working with us, but aren't sure if you're 100% there yet, get in touch anyway. We're on a mission to radically reshape banking - and that starts with our brilliant team. Whatever came before, we're proud to bring together people of all backgrounds and experiences who love working together to solve problems. Engine by Starling is an equal opportunity employer, and we're proud of our ongoing efforts to foster diversity & inclusion in the workplace. Individuals seeking employment at Engine by Starling are considered without regard to race, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition, ancestry, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. When you provide us with this information, you are doing so at your own consent, with full knowledge that we will process this personal data in accordance with our Privacy Notice. By submitting your application, you agree that Engine by Starling and Starling will collect your personal data for recruiting and related purposes. Our Privacy Notice explains what personal information we will process, where we will process your personal information, its purposes for processing your personal information, and the rights you can exercise over our use of your personal information.
Description Hello, we're Starling. We built a new kind of bank because we knew technology had the power to help people save, spend and manage their money in a new and transformative way. We're a fully licensed UK bank with the culture and spirit of a fast-moving, disruptive tech company. We're a bank, but better: fairer, easier to use and designed to demystify money for everyone. We employ more than 3,500 people across our London, Southampton, Cardiff and Manchester offices. Role overview: Reporting to the Group Company Secretary, we are seeking a Director of Governance - UK Bank (Group Company Secretariat) to lead a dedicated team responsible for the effective operation of the Starling Bank Limited board and executive risk committee framework. This role ensures compliance with PRA and FCA requirements and promotes high standards of corporate governance. You will be passionate about corporate governance, continuously seeking improvement, and thrive in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. This is a senior position working closely with board members and senior leadership. You will lead by example and demonstrate an unwavering commitment to excellence. As a skilled communicator, you will play a critical role in shaping and executing the Bank's corporate governance strategy, also supporting the broader Group Company Secretariat strategy. Strong regulated financial services and/or banking experience is essential. Key Responsibilities Leading and developing a high-performance corporate governance team of four, with one direct report (Senior Assistant Company Secretary - UK Bank). Working with the Group Company Secretary and Deputy Company Secretary to provide high-quality company secretariat support to the Starling Bank Board. Leading company secretariat support for the Starling Bank Board Risk Committee, preparing agendas, collating, reviewing and distributing papers, preparing high-quality minutes, and maintaining timely information flows with senior management. Supporting annual effectiveness reviews of board and executive level risk committees, ensuring continuous improvement in governance standards. Monitoring and advising on corporate governance trends, emerging regulatory developments and industry best practice. Contributing to the production of the Group Annual Report and Accounts from a Bank perspective. Requirements Qualifications A qualified chartered secretary (ACG, FCG or equivalent) with proven senior level governance experience. Minimum 5 years' experience in regulated financial services. UK banking experience is preferred but not essential. Experience Deep knowledge of UK corporate governance standards, company law and UK regulatory frameworks (FCA, PRA, SMCR etc). Proven track record of engaging with board members and senior executives in a strategic governance role, designing and refining corporate governance processes, and maintaining their alignment to strategy and business operating models. Strong leadership skills with experience in building and managing governance teams. Excellent minute-taking skills with the ability to write clear, accurate and concise minutes in short order, balancing different stakeholder perspectives. Exceptional communication, influencing, and stakeholder management skills with the ability to operate at the highest levels of an organisation. Proven ability to work in a fast paced or high growth environment. Skills and Competencies Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines. Excellent attention to detail, with an unwavering commitment to accuracy and maintaining high standards of record-keeping. Sound judgement and discretion in handling sensitive and confidential information. Key Behaviours Proactive and solution-oriented, with a focus on continuous improvement. Collaborative, able to build strong relationships across diverse teams. Resilient and adaptable to changing priorities and regulatory environments. Comfortable working in a small team where the focus is on delivery and execution excellence. Benefits 25 days holiday (plus take your public holiday allowance whenever works best for you) An extra day's holiday for your birthday Annual leave is increased with length of service, and you can choose to buy or sell up to five extra days off 16 hours paid volunteering time a year Salary sacrifice, company enhanced pension scheme Life insurance at 4x your salary Private Medical Insurance with VitalityHealth including mental health support and cancer care. Partner benefits include discounts with Waitrose, Mr&Mrs Smith and Peloton Generous family-friendly policies Perkbox membership giving access to retail discounts, a wellness platform for physical and mental health, and weekly free and boosted perks Access to initiatives like Cycle to Work and Salary Sacrificed Gym partnerships About Us You may be put off applying for a role because you don't tick every box. Forget that! While we can't accommodate every flexible working request, we're always open to discussion. So, if you're excited about working with us, but aren't sure if you're 100% there yet, get in touch anyway. We're on a mission to radically reshape banking - and that starts with our brilliant team. Whatever came before, we're proud to bring together people of all backgrounds and experiences who love working together to solve problems. Starling Bank is an equal opportunity employer, and we're proud of our ongoing efforts to foster diversity & inclusion in the workplace. Individuals seeking employment at Starling Bank are considered without regard to race, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition, ancestry, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. By submitting your application, you agree that Starling Bank may collect your personal data for recruiting and related purposes. Our Privacy Notice explains what personal information we may process, where we may process your personal information, its purposes for processing your personal information, and the rights you can exercise over our use of your personal information.
Apr 08, 2026
Full time
Description Hello, we're Starling. We built a new kind of bank because we knew technology had the power to help people save, spend and manage their money in a new and transformative way. We're a fully licensed UK bank with the culture and spirit of a fast-moving, disruptive tech company. We're a bank, but better: fairer, easier to use and designed to demystify money for everyone. We employ more than 3,500 people across our London, Southampton, Cardiff and Manchester offices. Role overview: Reporting to the Group Company Secretary, we are seeking a Director of Governance - UK Bank (Group Company Secretariat) to lead a dedicated team responsible for the effective operation of the Starling Bank Limited board and executive risk committee framework. This role ensures compliance with PRA and FCA requirements and promotes high standards of corporate governance. You will be passionate about corporate governance, continuously seeking improvement, and thrive in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. This is a senior position working closely with board members and senior leadership. You will lead by example and demonstrate an unwavering commitment to excellence. As a skilled communicator, you will play a critical role in shaping and executing the Bank's corporate governance strategy, also supporting the broader Group Company Secretariat strategy. Strong regulated financial services and/or banking experience is essential. Key Responsibilities Leading and developing a high-performance corporate governance team of four, with one direct report (Senior Assistant Company Secretary - UK Bank). Working with the Group Company Secretary and Deputy Company Secretary to provide high-quality company secretariat support to the Starling Bank Board. Leading company secretariat support for the Starling Bank Board Risk Committee, preparing agendas, collating, reviewing and distributing papers, preparing high-quality minutes, and maintaining timely information flows with senior management. Supporting annual effectiveness reviews of board and executive level risk committees, ensuring continuous improvement in governance standards. Monitoring and advising on corporate governance trends, emerging regulatory developments and industry best practice. Contributing to the production of the Group Annual Report and Accounts from a Bank perspective. Requirements Qualifications A qualified chartered secretary (ACG, FCG or equivalent) with proven senior level governance experience. Minimum 5 years' experience in regulated financial services. UK banking experience is preferred but not essential. Experience Deep knowledge of UK corporate governance standards, company law and UK regulatory frameworks (FCA, PRA, SMCR etc). Proven track record of engaging with board members and senior executives in a strategic governance role, designing and refining corporate governance processes, and maintaining their alignment to strategy and business operating models. Strong leadership skills with experience in building and managing governance teams. Excellent minute-taking skills with the ability to write clear, accurate and concise minutes in short order, balancing different stakeholder perspectives. Exceptional communication, influencing, and stakeholder management skills with the ability to operate at the highest levels of an organisation. Proven ability to work in a fast paced or high growth environment. Skills and Competencies Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines. Excellent attention to detail, with an unwavering commitment to accuracy and maintaining high standards of record-keeping. Sound judgement and discretion in handling sensitive and confidential information. Key Behaviours Proactive and solution-oriented, with a focus on continuous improvement. Collaborative, able to build strong relationships across diverse teams. Resilient and adaptable to changing priorities and regulatory environments. Comfortable working in a small team where the focus is on delivery and execution excellence. Benefits 25 days holiday (plus take your public holiday allowance whenever works best for you) An extra day's holiday for your birthday Annual leave is increased with length of service, and you can choose to buy or sell up to five extra days off 16 hours paid volunteering time a year Salary sacrifice, company enhanced pension scheme Life insurance at 4x your salary Private Medical Insurance with VitalityHealth including mental health support and cancer care. Partner benefits include discounts with Waitrose, Mr&Mrs Smith and Peloton Generous family-friendly policies Perkbox membership giving access to retail discounts, a wellness platform for physical and mental health, and weekly free and boosted perks Access to initiatives like Cycle to Work and Salary Sacrificed Gym partnerships About Us You may be put off applying for a role because you don't tick every box. Forget that! While we can't accommodate every flexible working request, we're always open to discussion. So, if you're excited about working with us, but aren't sure if you're 100% there yet, get in touch anyway. We're on a mission to radically reshape banking - and that starts with our brilliant team. Whatever came before, we're proud to bring together people of all backgrounds and experiences who love working together to solve problems. Starling Bank is an equal opportunity employer, and we're proud of our ongoing efforts to foster diversity & inclusion in the workplace. Individuals seeking employment at Starling Bank are considered without regard to race, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition, ancestry, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. By submitting your application, you agree that Starling Bank may collect your personal data for recruiting and related purposes. Our Privacy Notice explains what personal information we may process, where we may process your personal information, its purposes for processing your personal information, and the rights you can exercise over our use of your personal information.
Description Engine by Starling , was born out of Starling : the UK's first and leading digital bank. Today, Starling delivers intuitive, customer-centric tools to help over 4.6 million people and small businesses to be 'good with money'. We believe that great technology has the ability to empower customers to save, spend and manage their money in a new and transformative way. Engine is on a mission to promote this philosophy around the world. Engine is a cloud-native, bank-built SaaS platform. We provide a comprehensive and cloud-native solution to power banks around the world, who share our ambition of building businesses designed to evolve, innovate, and meet growing customer demands. The SaaS technology platform is now available to banks, building societies and credit unions around the world, enabling them to benefit from the modern digital features and efficient back-office processes that has helped Starling to achieve its success. At Engine, we follow five guiding principles: listen, keep it simple, do the right thing, own it, and aim for greatness. Having launched in 2022, we are a rapidly-growing organisation who adopts the same agile mindset as our technology. As such, we embrace change, the reimagination of processes and have cultivated an environment where our colleagues - and partners - can design, build and collaborate openly, with a strong degree of ownership and empowerment to get things done. Hybrid Working Engine is headquartered in London, with offices in Dublin, Sydney, Dubai, Toronto and New York. This role will be based in London. We have a hybrid approach to working at Engine - our preference is that you're located within a commutable distance of London (Liverpool Street) to enable in-person collaboration and interaction with your team. Travel (including international) will likely be necessary on an ad hoc basis, depending on the client and nature of the engagement. About the Role The role offers the opportunity to meet with a wide range of potential clients, listen to their needs and explore how Engine can offer a solution for growth and transformation. Working closely with Client Engineering and Product teams, you will help to create, shape and develop trusted and long-term relationships for Engine - alongside our consulting and implementation partners - who we collaborate with frequently. We're looking for a versatile and creative individual to undertake this role, who enjoys the challenge of a varied and collaborative position, and can offer first-hand experience in Central Eastern European markets. Our BD Consultants enjoy problem solving, getting to the detail without losing sight of the big picture, and making a tangible impact on how banks can launch successful and innovative propositions. What you'll get to do Supporting early stage conversations, running client workshops and demos, whilst identifying opportunities across Central Eastern Europe Contributing to marketing activities and conferences, elevating the awareness and understanding of Engine's brand and market positioning, ensuring we build a reputation based on trust and excellence Fostering and maintaining strong relationships with our implementation partners, driving collaborative business development activities and go-to-market strategies Co-ordinating platform requirements for the European market into the product roadmap Taking ownership of selected strategic opportunities, where we encourage you to try something new or hone your existing skillset Acting as the advocate and voice of the client throughout the relationship, offering transparency and building trust, with the ability to distil and understand their strategic vision and needs Project managing opportunities, bringing different domains of the business together to offer subject matter expertise and specialist insight about Engine's solution Managing commercial and contractual conversations Working with our Client Solutions teams through Discovery and Delivery phases, providing relationship-based and commercial support Problem solving: conducting structured analysis and presentations to evidence how - and why - Engine can address the issues banks are facing today Future development We want to develop future leaders by giving people the opportunity to move between teams and build experience in a variety of roles, in Business Development, Product Management, Delivery and Engineering. At the same time, we are expanding internationally and establishing regional offices in key markets around the world. We expect that, after an initial period in Business Development, you will have the option (but not the obligation) to move to a new role, either in a different function, or in a different part of the world. Requirements You have worked for 3+ years in a reputable consulting organisation, where you gained experience and exposure across a number of banks and situations in Central Eastern Europe, and now want to apply your advisory skills into practice You have experience of the financial services industry (ideally retail or business banking) and an understanding of the challenges relating to bank IT systems and change management Your skills You possess native or fluent German, Italian and/or CEE language skills (additional European languages being also a plus) You are highly proactive, and an avid learner - rapidly assimilating technical concepts alongside a variety of client issues, needs and concerns You have the confidence to ask insightful questions and engage in conversation with senior bank executives You embrace autonomy in a highly collaborative team with a flat structure You have strong presentation, facilitation and communication skills You possess strong attention to detail, without sacrificing the wider picture - articulating a value proposition through its constituent parts You can adapt your communication style to different stakeholders (senior clients, consulting organisations and engineering functions, for example) Interview process Interviewing is a two way process and we want you to have the time and opportunity to get to know us, as much as we are getting to know you! Our interviews are conversational and we want to get the best from you, so come with questions and be curious. In general you can expect the below, following a chat with one of our Talent Team: Initial video interview with a member of the Business Development team (45 minutes) A secondary, deeper interview, with additional members of the team - including our Regional Director for Europe. This is preferably hosted in our London office, and may include the opportunity to present to a portion of the team (60 minutes) Final interview with Engine's Chief Commercial Officer (45 minutes) Benefits 33 days holiday (including public holidays, which you can take when it works best for you) An extra day's holiday for your birthday Annual leave is increased with length of service, and you can choose to buy or sell up to five extra days off 16 hours paid volunteering time a year Salary sacrifice, company enhanced pension scheme Life insurance at 4x your salary & group income protection Private Medical Insurance with VitalityHealth including mental health support and cancer care. Partner benefits include discounts with Waitrose, Mr&Mrs Smith and Peloton Generous family-friendly policies Incentives refer a friend scheme Perkbox membership giving access to retail discounts, a wellness platform for physical and mental health, and weekly free and boosted perks Access to initiatives like Cycle to Work, Salary Sacrificed Gym partnerships and Electric Vehicle (EV) leasing You may be put off applying for a role because you don't tick every box. Forget that! While we can't accommodate every flexible working request, we're always open to discussion. So, if you're excited about working with us, but aren't sure if you're 100% there yet, get in touch anyway. We're on a mission to radically reshape banking - and that starts with our brilliant team. Whatever came before, we're proud to bring together people of all backgrounds and experiences who love working together to solve problems. Starling is an equal opportunity employer, and we're proud of our ongoing efforts to foster diversity & inclusion in the workplace. Individuals seeking employment at Starling are considered without regard to race, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition, ancestry, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. When you provide us with this information, you are doing so at your own consent, with full knowledge that we will process this personal data in accordance with our Privacy Notice. By submitting your application, you agree that Starling may collect your personal data for recruiting and related purposes. Our Privacy Notice explains what personal information we may process, where we may process your personal information, its purposes for processing your personal information, and the rights you can exercise over our use of your personal information.
Apr 08, 2026
Full time
Description Engine by Starling , was born out of Starling : the UK's first and leading digital bank. Today, Starling delivers intuitive, customer-centric tools to help over 4.6 million people and small businesses to be 'good with money'. We believe that great technology has the ability to empower customers to save, spend and manage their money in a new and transformative way. Engine is on a mission to promote this philosophy around the world. Engine is a cloud-native, bank-built SaaS platform. We provide a comprehensive and cloud-native solution to power banks around the world, who share our ambition of building businesses designed to evolve, innovate, and meet growing customer demands. The SaaS technology platform is now available to banks, building societies and credit unions around the world, enabling them to benefit from the modern digital features and efficient back-office processes that has helped Starling to achieve its success. At Engine, we follow five guiding principles: listen, keep it simple, do the right thing, own it, and aim for greatness. Having launched in 2022, we are a rapidly-growing organisation who adopts the same agile mindset as our technology. As such, we embrace change, the reimagination of processes and have cultivated an environment where our colleagues - and partners - can design, build and collaborate openly, with a strong degree of ownership and empowerment to get things done. Hybrid Working Engine is headquartered in London, with offices in Dublin, Sydney, Dubai, Toronto and New York. This role will be based in London. We have a hybrid approach to working at Engine - our preference is that you're located within a commutable distance of London (Liverpool Street) to enable in-person collaboration and interaction with your team. Travel (including international) will likely be necessary on an ad hoc basis, depending on the client and nature of the engagement. About the Role The role offers the opportunity to meet with a wide range of potential clients, listen to their needs and explore how Engine can offer a solution for growth and transformation. Working closely with Client Engineering and Product teams, you will help to create, shape and develop trusted and long-term relationships for Engine - alongside our consulting and implementation partners - who we collaborate with frequently. We're looking for a versatile and creative individual to undertake this role, who enjoys the challenge of a varied and collaborative position, and can offer first-hand experience in Central Eastern European markets. Our BD Consultants enjoy problem solving, getting to the detail without losing sight of the big picture, and making a tangible impact on how banks can launch successful and innovative propositions. What you'll get to do Supporting early stage conversations, running client workshops and demos, whilst identifying opportunities across Central Eastern Europe Contributing to marketing activities and conferences, elevating the awareness and understanding of Engine's brand and market positioning, ensuring we build a reputation based on trust and excellence Fostering and maintaining strong relationships with our implementation partners, driving collaborative business development activities and go-to-market strategies Co-ordinating platform requirements for the European market into the product roadmap Taking ownership of selected strategic opportunities, where we encourage you to try something new or hone your existing skillset Acting as the advocate and voice of the client throughout the relationship, offering transparency and building trust, with the ability to distil and understand their strategic vision and needs Project managing opportunities, bringing different domains of the business together to offer subject matter expertise and specialist insight about Engine's solution Managing commercial and contractual conversations Working with our Client Solutions teams through Discovery and Delivery phases, providing relationship-based and commercial support Problem solving: conducting structured analysis and presentations to evidence how - and why - Engine can address the issues banks are facing today Future development We want to develop future leaders by giving people the opportunity to move between teams and build experience in a variety of roles, in Business Development, Product Management, Delivery and Engineering. At the same time, we are expanding internationally and establishing regional offices in key markets around the world. We expect that, after an initial period in Business Development, you will have the option (but not the obligation) to move to a new role, either in a different function, or in a different part of the world. Requirements You have worked for 3+ years in a reputable consulting organisation, where you gained experience and exposure across a number of banks and situations in Central Eastern Europe, and now want to apply your advisory skills into practice You have experience of the financial services industry (ideally retail or business banking) and an understanding of the challenges relating to bank IT systems and change management Your skills You possess native or fluent German, Italian and/or CEE language skills (additional European languages being also a plus) You are highly proactive, and an avid learner - rapidly assimilating technical concepts alongside a variety of client issues, needs and concerns You have the confidence to ask insightful questions and engage in conversation with senior bank executives You embrace autonomy in a highly collaborative team with a flat structure You have strong presentation, facilitation and communication skills You possess strong attention to detail, without sacrificing the wider picture - articulating a value proposition through its constituent parts You can adapt your communication style to different stakeholders (senior clients, consulting organisations and engineering functions, for example) Interview process Interviewing is a two way process and we want you to have the time and opportunity to get to know us, as much as we are getting to know you! Our interviews are conversational and we want to get the best from you, so come with questions and be curious. In general you can expect the below, following a chat with one of our Talent Team: Initial video interview with a member of the Business Development team (45 minutes) A secondary, deeper interview, with additional members of the team - including our Regional Director for Europe. This is preferably hosted in our London office, and may include the opportunity to present to a portion of the team (60 minutes) Final interview with Engine's Chief Commercial Officer (45 minutes) Benefits 33 days holiday (including public holidays, which you can take when it works best for you) An extra day's holiday for your birthday Annual leave is increased with length of service, and you can choose to buy or sell up to five extra days off 16 hours paid volunteering time a year Salary sacrifice, company enhanced pension scheme Life insurance at 4x your salary & group income protection Private Medical Insurance with VitalityHealth including mental health support and cancer care. Partner benefits include discounts with Waitrose, Mr&Mrs Smith and Peloton Generous family-friendly policies Incentives refer a friend scheme Perkbox membership giving access to retail discounts, a wellness platform for physical and mental health, and weekly free and boosted perks Access to initiatives like Cycle to Work, Salary Sacrificed Gym partnerships and Electric Vehicle (EV) leasing You may be put off applying for a role because you don't tick every box. Forget that! While we can't accommodate every flexible working request, we're always open to discussion. So, if you're excited about working with us, but aren't sure if you're 100% there yet, get in touch anyway. We're on a mission to radically reshape banking - and that starts with our brilliant team. Whatever came before, we're proud to bring together people of all backgrounds and experiences who love working together to solve problems. Starling is an equal opportunity employer, and we're proud of our ongoing efforts to foster diversity & inclusion in the workplace. Individuals seeking employment at Starling are considered without regard to race, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition, ancestry, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. When you provide us with this information, you are doing so at your own consent, with full knowledge that we will process this personal data in accordance with our Privacy Notice. By submitting your application, you agree that Starling may collect your personal data for recruiting and related purposes. Our Privacy Notice explains what personal information we may process, where we may process your personal information, its purposes for processing your personal information, and the rights you can exercise over our use of your personal information.
Description At Engine by Starling , we are on a mission to find and work with leading banks all around the world who have the ambition to build rapid growth businesses, on our technology. Engine is Starling's software-as-a-service (SaaS) business, the technology that was built to power Starling, and two years ago we split out as a separate business. Starling has seen exceptional growth and success, and a large part of that is down to the fact that we have built our own modern technology from the ground up. This SaaS technology platform is now available to banks and financial institutions all around the world, enabling them to benefit from the innovative digital features, and efficient back-office processes that has helped achieve Starling's success. We draw upon our experience as knowledgeable bankers, and best in class technologists to become the chosen option for these banks, and preferred partners for leading consultancies. Hybrid Working We have a Hybrid approach to working here at Engine - our preference is that you're located within a commutable distance of one of our offices so that we're able to interact and collaborate in person. About the role In this role within Engine's Product & Technology function, you'll run one or more subdomains in the Cards area, ensuring successful product development throughout, as well as having oversight and involvement in the creation of new cards features. You'll also work closely with the wider cards product team, including contributing to the broader cards roadmap. You'll have touch points with our existing and future clients to ensure we support them effectively. You'll enjoy problem solving, getting to the detail, and understanding how clients can make the best use of our product, whilst designing ways to improve it. Your work will span product strategy, client-facing requirements gathering & solution design, and product ownership in an Engineering context. What you'll get to do Take ownership of a best-in-class card product by scoping out breakthrough features, and owning the end-to-end delivery of your sub-domain(s) in close alignment with the Product and Engineering domain leaders. Contribute to the overall card roadmap with inputs from your subdomain(s) You'll work cross-functionally with engineers, designers, document writers, and QA to drive the design and delivery of improvements to the product that align with the vision of the business, taking into account existing and potential clients. You'll confidently and independently prioritise incoming tasks and clearly communicate 'the what' and 'the why' of each decision to both internal and external stakeholders. You'll manage deadlines and be responsible for proactively raising delivery risks that may impact our client projects. You'll develop a close relationship with our Delivery and Customer Success teams, taking the lead on assessing feature requests and client requirements as a key input into overall feature and roadmap definition. You'll work closely with our Business Development team by helping the team understand Engine's capabilities in your domain and joining early-stage Sales conversations as an SME. You will be responsible for being the champion of the feature, telling different teams and clients about the product, and adapting your style of communication and materials to different stakeholders Hear more from the team in some case studies, below, and our work with Women In Tech . Product in Practice Requirements Your background 2+ years of direct Product manager/owner experience, ideally in FinTech or with a regulated lender You have owned and delivered new features, projects or products from start to finish and have gathered clear learnings on what went well and what didn't. You've then ensured the successful in-life maintenance of the feature (or project) going forward. Strong preference that you have experience in card payments: Visa/Mastercard, card payment regulatory compliance, 3DS, mobile wallets, card processing. Experience working across different regions and jurisdictions is a plus You are comfortable leading multiple workstreams on the go as well as presenting existing and new capabilities internally and externally to clients. You have experience working directly with APIs. You have a keen eye for mobile UX and a good understanding of market trends in the cards world. You have experience of rapidly understanding problems and presenting solutions in a structured and informative manner that facilitates decision making. Your skills You're able to manage competing priorities, whilst keeping sight of the big picture and driving towards an end goal. You are intellectually and technically curious and enjoy learning what things do and how they work. You have a knack for understanding technical concepts and enjoy getting into the details with engineering and design. You have good communication skills that will be required to work with both internal and external stakeholders. You're comfortable handling ambiguity and working in a flat structure. You proactively take accountability for important and strategic activities. Interview process Interviewing is a two way process and we want you to have the time and opportunity to get to know us, as much as we are getting to know you! Our interviews are conversational and we want to get the best from you, so come with questions and be curious. In general you can expect the below, following a chat with one of our Talent Team: 45 minute with someone from the team 1 hour with two more people from the team including our Technical Product Director 45 minutes with two of the senior leadership team Benefits 33 days holiday (including public holidays, which you can take when it works best for you) An extra day's holiday for your birthday Annual leave is increased with length of service, and you can choose to buy or sell up to five extra days off 16 hours paid volunteering time a year Salary sacrifice, company enhanced pension scheme Life insurance at 4x your salary & group income protection Private Medical Insurance with VitalityHealth including mental health support and cancer care. Partner benefits include discounts with Waitrose, Mr&Mrs Smith and Peloton Generous family-friendly policies Incentives refer a friend scheme Perkbox membership giving access to retail discounts, a wellness platform for physical and mental health, and weekly free and boosted perks Access to initiatives like Cycle to Work, Salary Sacrificed Gym partnerships and Electric Vehicle (EV) leasing You may be put off applying for a role because you don't tick every box. Forget that! While we can't accommodate every flexible working request, we're always open to discussion. So, if you're excited about working with us, but aren't sure if you're 100% there yet, get in touch anyway. We're on a mission to radically reshape banking - and that starts with our brilliant team. Whatever came before, we're proud to bring together people of all backgrounds and experiences who love working together to solve problems. Engine by Starling is an equal opportunity employer, and we're proud of our ongoing efforts to foster diversity & inclusion in the workplace. Individuals seeking employment at Engine by Starling are considered without regard to race, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition, ancestry, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. When you provide us with this information, you are doing so at your own consent, with full knowledge that we will process this personal data in accordance with our Privacy Notice. By submitting your application, you agree that Engine by Starling and Starling will collect your personal data for recruiting and related purposes. Our Privacy Notice explains what personal information we will process, where we will process your personal information, its purposes for processing your personal information, and the rights you can exercise over our use of your personal information.
Apr 08, 2026
Full time
Description At Engine by Starling , we are on a mission to find and work with leading banks all around the world who have the ambition to build rapid growth businesses, on our technology. Engine is Starling's software-as-a-service (SaaS) business, the technology that was built to power Starling, and two years ago we split out as a separate business. Starling has seen exceptional growth and success, and a large part of that is down to the fact that we have built our own modern technology from the ground up. This SaaS technology platform is now available to banks and financial institutions all around the world, enabling them to benefit from the innovative digital features, and efficient back-office processes that has helped achieve Starling's success. We draw upon our experience as knowledgeable bankers, and best in class technologists to become the chosen option for these banks, and preferred partners for leading consultancies. Hybrid Working We have a Hybrid approach to working here at Engine - our preference is that you're located within a commutable distance of one of our offices so that we're able to interact and collaborate in person. About the role In this role within Engine's Product & Technology function, you'll run one or more subdomains in the Cards area, ensuring successful product development throughout, as well as having oversight and involvement in the creation of new cards features. You'll also work closely with the wider cards product team, including contributing to the broader cards roadmap. You'll have touch points with our existing and future clients to ensure we support them effectively. You'll enjoy problem solving, getting to the detail, and understanding how clients can make the best use of our product, whilst designing ways to improve it. Your work will span product strategy, client-facing requirements gathering & solution design, and product ownership in an Engineering context. What you'll get to do Take ownership of a best-in-class card product by scoping out breakthrough features, and owning the end-to-end delivery of your sub-domain(s) in close alignment with the Product and Engineering domain leaders. Contribute to the overall card roadmap with inputs from your subdomain(s) You'll work cross-functionally with engineers, designers, document writers, and QA to drive the design and delivery of improvements to the product that align with the vision of the business, taking into account existing and potential clients. You'll confidently and independently prioritise incoming tasks and clearly communicate 'the what' and 'the why' of each decision to both internal and external stakeholders. You'll manage deadlines and be responsible for proactively raising delivery risks that may impact our client projects. You'll develop a close relationship with our Delivery and Customer Success teams, taking the lead on assessing feature requests and client requirements as a key input into overall feature and roadmap definition. You'll work closely with our Business Development team by helping the team understand Engine's capabilities in your domain and joining early-stage Sales conversations as an SME. You will be responsible for being the champion of the feature, telling different teams and clients about the product, and adapting your style of communication and materials to different stakeholders Hear more from the team in some case studies, below, and our work with Women In Tech . Product in Practice Requirements Your background 2+ years of direct Product manager/owner experience, ideally in FinTech or with a regulated lender You have owned and delivered new features, projects or products from start to finish and have gathered clear learnings on what went well and what didn't. You've then ensured the successful in-life maintenance of the feature (or project) going forward. Strong preference that you have experience in card payments: Visa/Mastercard, card payment regulatory compliance, 3DS, mobile wallets, card processing. Experience working across different regions and jurisdictions is a plus You are comfortable leading multiple workstreams on the go as well as presenting existing and new capabilities internally and externally to clients. You have experience working directly with APIs. You have a keen eye for mobile UX and a good understanding of market trends in the cards world. You have experience of rapidly understanding problems and presenting solutions in a structured and informative manner that facilitates decision making. Your skills You're able to manage competing priorities, whilst keeping sight of the big picture and driving towards an end goal. You are intellectually and technically curious and enjoy learning what things do and how they work. You have a knack for understanding technical concepts and enjoy getting into the details with engineering and design. You have good communication skills that will be required to work with both internal and external stakeholders. You're comfortable handling ambiguity and working in a flat structure. You proactively take accountability for important and strategic activities. Interview process Interviewing is a two way process and we want you to have the time and opportunity to get to know us, as much as we are getting to know you! Our interviews are conversational and we want to get the best from you, so come with questions and be curious. In general you can expect the below, following a chat with one of our Talent Team: 45 minute with someone from the team 1 hour with two more people from the team including our Technical Product Director 45 minutes with two of the senior leadership team Benefits 33 days holiday (including public holidays, which you can take when it works best for you) An extra day's holiday for your birthday Annual leave is increased with length of service, and you can choose to buy or sell up to five extra days off 16 hours paid volunteering time a year Salary sacrifice, company enhanced pension scheme Life insurance at 4x your salary & group income protection Private Medical Insurance with VitalityHealth including mental health support and cancer care. Partner benefits include discounts with Waitrose, Mr&Mrs Smith and Peloton Generous family-friendly policies Incentives refer a friend scheme Perkbox membership giving access to retail discounts, a wellness platform for physical and mental health, and weekly free and boosted perks Access to initiatives like Cycle to Work, Salary Sacrificed Gym partnerships and Electric Vehicle (EV) leasing You may be put off applying for a role because you don't tick every box. Forget that! While we can't accommodate every flexible working request, we're always open to discussion. So, if you're excited about working with us, but aren't sure if you're 100% there yet, get in touch anyway. We're on a mission to radically reshape banking - and that starts with our brilliant team. Whatever came before, we're proud to bring together people of all backgrounds and experiences who love working together to solve problems. Engine by Starling is an equal opportunity employer, and we're proud of our ongoing efforts to foster diversity & inclusion in the workplace. Individuals seeking employment at Engine by Starling are considered without regard to race, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition, ancestry, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. When you provide us with this information, you are doing so at your own consent, with full knowledge that we will process this personal data in accordance with our Privacy Notice. By submitting your application, you agree that Engine by Starling and Starling will collect your personal data for recruiting and related purposes. Our Privacy Notice explains what personal information we will process, where we will process your personal information, its purposes for processing your personal information, and the rights you can exercise over our use of your personal information.
Deputy Chief Executive Kingsteignton, Devon Shared Lives South West is an award-winning charity that provides long-term and short break care and support services throughout Devon, Cornwall, and Somerset. Summary As Deputy Chief Executive, you'll operate across our organisation, overseeing the finance, people and core business functions, supporting sustainability and ensuring we deliver on our strategic priorities. In this key senior leadership role, you will deputise and cover for the Chief Executive, ensuring strong governance, financial stewardship and a values-led, people-centred culture. You'll be experienced within leadership or executive roles with a strong background in finance and a grounding in HR, leadership or a related discipline. With organisational finance expertise, you'll have experience in budgeting, financial planning, and reporting, as well as experience working with boards or trustees. What You'll Get From Us Salary of £54,389 (with plenty of scope for development and progression) 25 days' annual leave (rising to 27 days with service) Pension scheme Life assurance Additional day off to mark your birthday Wellbeing Hour (one hour per week) Paid dependant and Carer leave Volunteer days (two per year) 24/7 access to GP telephone service Accident and Injury Insurance Mindful Employer Support Option to buy additional annual leave Cycle to Work Scheme Blue Light Card Eligibility A Bit More About The Role This is a trusted leadership role where you will work at the highest levels of our organisation, alongside the Board and Chief Executive, defining our strategy and contributing to our strong governance, responsible financial management and ability to deliver. You will hold delegated responsibility for finance and business management, leading budgeting, forecasting, reporting and financial control, while driving robust business planning and performance oversight to secure long-term sustainability and informed strategic growth. Providing senior leadership for the people and culture function, you will ensure strategy, policy and practice are aligned and deliver a fair, compliant and values-led support service to drive staff wellbeing, engagement, performance, and retention. In this varied leadership position, you will work right across the charity, building your portfolio of experience in more than just finance, people and business, but also in other areas that will support your development and overall expertise. Additionally, you will: Support workforce development and succession planning Oversee our ICT, data protection and corporate infrastructure Be accountable for contracts, suppliers, risk management and business continuity Who Are We Looking For? To be considered as our Deputy Chief Executive, you will need: Significant experience in a senior leadership or executive role Demonstrable experience of organisational finance, including budgeting, financial planning, and reporting Experience of holding senior-level responsibility for people leadership or workforce practice Experience of working with boards or trustees, including supporting assurance, reporting, and organisational accountability A relevant professional qualification in finance, HR, leadership or a related discipline A degree-level qualification Full driving licence and ability to travel according to the needs of the role Please note, appointment is subject to a satisfactory Enhanced DBS check and pre-employment checks. Other organisations may call this role Deputy CEO, Chief Operating Officer, COO, Operations Director, Finance Director, FD, Financial Controller, CFO, or Chief Financial Officer. About Shared Lives South West Shared Lives South West recruits, trains, and supports carers who offer accommodation in their own homes to people with care and support needs. This enables them to share in family life, develop skills, and maintain their independence. We are rated 'Outstanding' by the Care Quality Commission, take pride in providing top-quality care and support, and have a history of successful delivery, achieving Shared Lives awards, and clear values and mission. So, if you are eager to progress your finance career in a leadership direction, supporting people throughout the South West, select the apply button today.
Apr 08, 2026
Full time
Deputy Chief Executive Kingsteignton, Devon Shared Lives South West is an award-winning charity that provides long-term and short break care and support services throughout Devon, Cornwall, and Somerset. Summary As Deputy Chief Executive, you'll operate across our organisation, overseeing the finance, people and core business functions, supporting sustainability and ensuring we deliver on our strategic priorities. In this key senior leadership role, you will deputise and cover for the Chief Executive, ensuring strong governance, financial stewardship and a values-led, people-centred culture. You'll be experienced within leadership or executive roles with a strong background in finance and a grounding in HR, leadership or a related discipline. With organisational finance expertise, you'll have experience in budgeting, financial planning, and reporting, as well as experience working with boards or trustees. What You'll Get From Us Salary of £54,389 (with plenty of scope for development and progression) 25 days' annual leave (rising to 27 days with service) Pension scheme Life assurance Additional day off to mark your birthday Wellbeing Hour (one hour per week) Paid dependant and Carer leave Volunteer days (two per year) 24/7 access to GP telephone service Accident and Injury Insurance Mindful Employer Support Option to buy additional annual leave Cycle to Work Scheme Blue Light Card Eligibility A Bit More About The Role This is a trusted leadership role where you will work at the highest levels of our organisation, alongside the Board and Chief Executive, defining our strategy and contributing to our strong governance, responsible financial management and ability to deliver. You will hold delegated responsibility for finance and business management, leading budgeting, forecasting, reporting and financial control, while driving robust business planning and performance oversight to secure long-term sustainability and informed strategic growth. Providing senior leadership for the people and culture function, you will ensure strategy, policy and practice are aligned and deliver a fair, compliant and values-led support service to drive staff wellbeing, engagement, performance, and retention. In this varied leadership position, you will work right across the charity, building your portfolio of experience in more than just finance, people and business, but also in other areas that will support your development and overall expertise. Additionally, you will: Support workforce development and succession planning Oversee our ICT, data protection and corporate infrastructure Be accountable for contracts, suppliers, risk management and business continuity Who Are We Looking For? To be considered as our Deputy Chief Executive, you will need: Significant experience in a senior leadership or executive role Demonstrable experience of organisational finance, including budgeting, financial planning, and reporting Experience of holding senior-level responsibility for people leadership or workforce practice Experience of working with boards or trustees, including supporting assurance, reporting, and organisational accountability A relevant professional qualification in finance, HR, leadership or a related discipline A degree-level qualification Full driving licence and ability to travel according to the needs of the role Please note, appointment is subject to a satisfactory Enhanced DBS check and pre-employment checks. Other organisations may call this role Deputy CEO, Chief Operating Officer, COO, Operations Director, Finance Director, FD, Financial Controller, CFO, or Chief Financial Officer. About Shared Lives South West Shared Lives South West recruits, trains, and supports carers who offer accommodation in their own homes to people with care and support needs. This enables them to share in family life, develop skills, and maintain their independence. We are rated 'Outstanding' by the Care Quality Commission, take pride in providing top-quality care and support, and have a history of successful delivery, achieving Shared Lives awards, and clear values and mission. So, if you are eager to progress your finance career in a leadership direction, supporting people throughout the South West, select the apply button today.
The Opportunity Cedar is partnering with a private equity backed technology business to appoint an Interim FP&A Director on an initial 12 month contract. This is a senior leadership role in a fast growth, sponsor backed environment, offering a day rate of £800 to £1,000, reflecting the scope and commercial impact of the position. The Business This is a high performing, private equity backed technology business at a key stage of its growth journey. With a scalable product, strong recurring revenues and an engaged leadership team, the company is well positioned for continued expansion. The business is moving into a more disciplined value creation phase, with greater emphasis on commercial insight, performance management and data led decision making. FP&A sits at the centre of this shift, playing a critical role in shaping strategy, investment priorities and board level discussions. The Role As Interim FP&A Director, you will lead the FP&A function and act as a strategic partner to the executive team and private equity sponsor. Key responsibilities include: Ownership of budgeting, forecasting and long range planning across the group Delivery of high quality commercial insight to support strategic and operational decision making Development of financial models to support growth initiatives, investment cases and M&A activity Oversight of management reporting, KPI frameworks and performance tracking Close partnering with the CFO, CEO and wider senior leadership team Preparation of board and investor reporting, including sponsor level analysis and presentations Driving improvements to FP&A processes, systems and data quality Leadership and development of the FP&A team through a period of change and scale Your Profile You are likely to bring: A recognised accountancy qualification such as ACA, CIMA or CA Senior FP&A leadership experience within private equity backed, high growth and or technology led businesses Strong commercial acumen with the credibility to influence at executive and board level Advanced financial modelling and analytical capability Experience operating in fast paced, change driven environments Prior interim or contract experience, ideally in sponsor backed contexts A day rate expectation of £800 to £1,000 representing fair market value or a logical progression from previous assignments Compensation & Benefits In addition to the day rate of £800 to £1,000 this role offers exposure to a highly commercial, investor led environment with direct access to senior leadership and private equity stakeholders. You will play a central role in shaping decision making and strengthening FP&A capability during a critical phase of growth. The role is expected to run for at least 12 months and is based in Central London, with a flexible hybrid working model in place and excellent transport connectivity.
Apr 08, 2026
Full time
The Opportunity Cedar is partnering with a private equity backed technology business to appoint an Interim FP&A Director on an initial 12 month contract. This is a senior leadership role in a fast growth, sponsor backed environment, offering a day rate of £800 to £1,000, reflecting the scope and commercial impact of the position. The Business This is a high performing, private equity backed technology business at a key stage of its growth journey. With a scalable product, strong recurring revenues and an engaged leadership team, the company is well positioned for continued expansion. The business is moving into a more disciplined value creation phase, with greater emphasis on commercial insight, performance management and data led decision making. FP&A sits at the centre of this shift, playing a critical role in shaping strategy, investment priorities and board level discussions. The Role As Interim FP&A Director, you will lead the FP&A function and act as a strategic partner to the executive team and private equity sponsor. Key responsibilities include: Ownership of budgeting, forecasting and long range planning across the group Delivery of high quality commercial insight to support strategic and operational decision making Development of financial models to support growth initiatives, investment cases and M&A activity Oversight of management reporting, KPI frameworks and performance tracking Close partnering with the CFO, CEO and wider senior leadership team Preparation of board and investor reporting, including sponsor level analysis and presentations Driving improvements to FP&A processes, systems and data quality Leadership and development of the FP&A team through a period of change and scale Your Profile You are likely to bring: A recognised accountancy qualification such as ACA, CIMA or CA Senior FP&A leadership experience within private equity backed, high growth and or technology led businesses Strong commercial acumen with the credibility to influence at executive and board level Advanced financial modelling and analytical capability Experience operating in fast paced, change driven environments Prior interim or contract experience, ideally in sponsor backed contexts A day rate expectation of £800 to £1,000 representing fair market value or a logical progression from previous assignments Compensation & Benefits In addition to the day rate of £800 to £1,000 this role offers exposure to a highly commercial, investor led environment with direct access to senior leadership and private equity stakeholders. You will play a central role in shaping decision making and strengthening FP&A capability during a critical phase of growth. The role is expected to run for at least 12 months and is based in Central London, with a flexible hybrid working model in place and excellent transport connectivity.
Global R&D Director, PLM Ecosystems City: Kingston upon Hull We are Reckitt Home to the world's best loved and trusted hygiene, health, and nutrition brands. Our purpose defines why we exist: to protect, heal and nurture in the relentless pursuit of a cleaner, healthier world. We are a global team united by this purpose.Join us in our fight to make access to the highest quality hygiene, wellness, and nourishment a right and not a privilege. Research & Development In Research and Development we're full of highly skilled talents that include Scientists, Engineers, Medical, Clinical and Regulatory professionals - all working to create a cleaner, healthier world. With nine Centres of Excellence, we continually seek out new opportunities by using science, our entrepreneurial flare and our fearless innovation to develop and enhance our existing portfolio, never compromising on quality or performance. We do the right thing, always, by ensuring we act with responsibility and integrity, by complying with regulatory legislation across the globe, whilst ensuring our products are safe for our consumers and are to the highest quality. The size of our organisation means you'll have the opportunity to learn and work in different functions within Research and Development, giving you exposure to different disciplines, teams and environments. You will also have access to our Research and Development Academy, designed to develop our team and allow you to grow in our great organisation. About the role This role provides the business leadership for Reckitt's largest-ever digital transformation: the execution of a next generation Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) and connected compliance ecosystem. You will take a well defined strategic blueprint and turn it into an operational reality - leveraging enterprise platforms, data, process design, organisational change and governance to deliver immediate value while building long term capability. At its core, this transformation connects specifications, data and workflows across functions and geographies, enabled by multiple product centric applications. You will own the strategy and lead the enterprise-wide programme that strengthens consumer safety and compliance, with specification management as the foundation for broader value creation in simplification, portfolio optimisation and product stewardship. This includes direct leadership of global PLM platforms across the end to product lifecycle, and deep collaboration with R&D, Supply, Quality, Regulatory and Data Governance to align systems, data flows and processes. You will represent the business in key governance forums, partnerships and cross functional initiatives - ensuring that Reckitt's PLM and compliance ecosystem becomes a connected, scalable and future ready capability. Your responsibilities Lead the execution and operationalisation of Reckitt's global PLM transformation, delivering against plan and driving enterprise wide adoption. Own the transition from legacy processes to new, standardised ways of working, leading both states until the transformation is fully embedded. Deliver the long term strategy for a connected compliance ecosystem in partnership with IT&D and senior leaders across R&D, Supply, Quality and Regulatory. Build alignment and engagement across global functions through strong stakeholder management and effective governance forums. Partner with IT&D to shape technology roadmaps and business transformation plans that enable the PLM and compliance strategy. Collaborate with Data Governance & Analytics to embed robust data standards, ownership models and lifecycle management across functions. Apply PLM best practice to system design, process architecture and integration across core PLM and the wider connected ecosystem. Drive continuous improvement through innovation, benchmarking and data driven insights, ensuring compliance and consumer safety remain central. Establish clear prioritisation mechanisms with Global Functions and IT&D to focus resources on the highest value initiatives. Own the team budget and contribute to broader functional budget planning, investment decisions and delivery accountability. Lead and develop a global team of 30 functional experts, building capability and driving adoption of new ways of working. Simplify, standardise and connect processes and data flows across the compliance ecosystem and key business operations. The experience we're looking for Deep expertise in Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) technologies and their deployment within large, complex consumer goods, healthcare, or manufacturing organisations. Proven ability to design and execute PLM transformation strategies, moving from concept to full enterprise adoption. Demonstrated track record delivering end to end PLM transformations across innovation, R&D, manufacturing, quality, regulatory and distribution. Strong knowledge of regulatory, quality and compliance requirements within Healthcare and CPG environments. Clear understanding of risk profiles, consumer safety requirements and compliance obligations across the product lifecycle. Broad appreciation of R&D and Manufacturing interdependencies, and how data, specifications and processes must connect to ensure safe, compliant products. Deep experience with data standards, governance frameworks and cross functional data flows in large enterprises. Ability to navigate and simplify complex technical ecosystems, identifying opportunities for long term connection, leverage and simplification. Broad operational understanding of core R&D and Supply functions and how they interact within a global product lifecycle. Advanced change leadership and influencing skills, with experience driving behavioural and process change across diverse stakeholder groups. Strong programme management capability, delivering large scale, multi year transformation programmes. Experience leading large, geographically dispersed teams, both through direct line management and influence. Strong collaborator who builds trust and alignment across cross functional teams and senior stakeholders. Demonstrated leadership grounded in integrity and "doing the right thing," especially in compliance critical environments. Inspires teams with a clear vision and brings people with them through complex change. Communicates complex, technical or politically sensitive issues with clarity and confidence to diverse audiences. Creates and sustains a culture of innovation, continuous improvement and simplification. Genuine passion for digital transformation, value creation and building capabilities that endure. Deep experience in R&D operations, ideally within pharma, healthcare or FMCG. Understanding of CSV requirements. Experience leading global systems development and implementation, ideally including platforms such as Optiva, SSPLM, Oracle or Siemens. Ability to travel as part of the role What we offer With inclusion at the heart of everything we do, working alongside our four global Employee Resource Groups, we support our people at every step of their career journey, helping them to succeed in their own individual way. We invest in the wellbeing of our people through parental benefits, an Employee Assistance Program to promote mental health, and life insurance for all employees globally. We have a range of other benefits in line with the local market. Through our global share plans we offer the opportunity to save and share in Reckitt's potential future successes. For eligible roles, we also offer short-term incentives to recognise, appreciate and reward your work for delivering outstanding results. You will be rewarded in line with Reckitt's pay for performance philosophy. Equality We recognise that in real life, great people don't always 'tick all the boxes'. That's why we hire for potential as well as experience. Even if you don't meet every point on the job description, if this role and our company feels like a good fit for you, we still want to hear from you. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, disability or medical condition; colour, ethnicity, race, citizenship and national origin; religion, faith; pregnancy, family status and caring responsibilities; sexual orientation; sex, gender identity, gender expression, and transgender identity; protected veteran status; size or any other basis protected by appropriate law.
Apr 08, 2026
Full time
Global R&D Director, PLM Ecosystems City: Kingston upon Hull We are Reckitt Home to the world's best loved and trusted hygiene, health, and nutrition brands. Our purpose defines why we exist: to protect, heal and nurture in the relentless pursuit of a cleaner, healthier world. We are a global team united by this purpose.Join us in our fight to make access to the highest quality hygiene, wellness, and nourishment a right and not a privilege. Research & Development In Research and Development we're full of highly skilled talents that include Scientists, Engineers, Medical, Clinical and Regulatory professionals - all working to create a cleaner, healthier world. With nine Centres of Excellence, we continually seek out new opportunities by using science, our entrepreneurial flare and our fearless innovation to develop and enhance our existing portfolio, never compromising on quality or performance. We do the right thing, always, by ensuring we act with responsibility and integrity, by complying with regulatory legislation across the globe, whilst ensuring our products are safe for our consumers and are to the highest quality. The size of our organisation means you'll have the opportunity to learn and work in different functions within Research and Development, giving you exposure to different disciplines, teams and environments. You will also have access to our Research and Development Academy, designed to develop our team and allow you to grow in our great organisation. About the role This role provides the business leadership for Reckitt's largest-ever digital transformation: the execution of a next generation Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) and connected compliance ecosystem. You will take a well defined strategic blueprint and turn it into an operational reality - leveraging enterprise platforms, data, process design, organisational change and governance to deliver immediate value while building long term capability. At its core, this transformation connects specifications, data and workflows across functions and geographies, enabled by multiple product centric applications. You will own the strategy and lead the enterprise-wide programme that strengthens consumer safety and compliance, with specification management as the foundation for broader value creation in simplification, portfolio optimisation and product stewardship. This includes direct leadership of global PLM platforms across the end to product lifecycle, and deep collaboration with R&D, Supply, Quality, Regulatory and Data Governance to align systems, data flows and processes. You will represent the business in key governance forums, partnerships and cross functional initiatives - ensuring that Reckitt's PLM and compliance ecosystem becomes a connected, scalable and future ready capability. Your responsibilities Lead the execution and operationalisation of Reckitt's global PLM transformation, delivering against plan and driving enterprise wide adoption. Own the transition from legacy processes to new, standardised ways of working, leading both states until the transformation is fully embedded. Deliver the long term strategy for a connected compliance ecosystem in partnership with IT&D and senior leaders across R&D, Supply, Quality and Regulatory. Build alignment and engagement across global functions through strong stakeholder management and effective governance forums. Partner with IT&D to shape technology roadmaps and business transformation plans that enable the PLM and compliance strategy. Collaborate with Data Governance & Analytics to embed robust data standards, ownership models and lifecycle management across functions. Apply PLM best practice to system design, process architecture and integration across core PLM and the wider connected ecosystem. Drive continuous improvement through innovation, benchmarking and data driven insights, ensuring compliance and consumer safety remain central. Establish clear prioritisation mechanisms with Global Functions and IT&D to focus resources on the highest value initiatives. Own the team budget and contribute to broader functional budget planning, investment decisions and delivery accountability. Lead and develop a global team of 30 functional experts, building capability and driving adoption of new ways of working. Simplify, standardise and connect processes and data flows across the compliance ecosystem and key business operations. The experience we're looking for Deep expertise in Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) technologies and their deployment within large, complex consumer goods, healthcare, or manufacturing organisations. Proven ability to design and execute PLM transformation strategies, moving from concept to full enterprise adoption. Demonstrated track record delivering end to end PLM transformations across innovation, R&D, manufacturing, quality, regulatory and distribution. Strong knowledge of regulatory, quality and compliance requirements within Healthcare and CPG environments. Clear understanding of risk profiles, consumer safety requirements and compliance obligations across the product lifecycle. Broad appreciation of R&D and Manufacturing interdependencies, and how data, specifications and processes must connect to ensure safe, compliant products. Deep experience with data standards, governance frameworks and cross functional data flows in large enterprises. Ability to navigate and simplify complex technical ecosystems, identifying opportunities for long term connection, leverage and simplification. Broad operational understanding of core R&D and Supply functions and how they interact within a global product lifecycle. Advanced change leadership and influencing skills, with experience driving behavioural and process change across diverse stakeholder groups. Strong programme management capability, delivering large scale, multi year transformation programmes. Experience leading large, geographically dispersed teams, both through direct line management and influence. Strong collaborator who builds trust and alignment across cross functional teams and senior stakeholders. Demonstrated leadership grounded in integrity and "doing the right thing," especially in compliance critical environments. Inspires teams with a clear vision and brings people with them through complex change. Communicates complex, technical or politically sensitive issues with clarity and confidence to diverse audiences. Creates and sustains a culture of innovation, continuous improvement and simplification. Genuine passion for digital transformation, value creation and building capabilities that endure. Deep experience in R&D operations, ideally within pharma, healthcare or FMCG. Understanding of CSV requirements. Experience leading global systems development and implementation, ideally including platforms such as Optiva, SSPLM, Oracle or Siemens. Ability to travel as part of the role What we offer With inclusion at the heart of everything we do, working alongside our four global Employee Resource Groups, we support our people at every step of their career journey, helping them to succeed in their own individual way. We invest in the wellbeing of our people through parental benefits, an Employee Assistance Program to promote mental health, and life insurance for all employees globally. We have a range of other benefits in line with the local market. Through our global share plans we offer the opportunity to save and share in Reckitt's potential future successes. For eligible roles, we also offer short-term incentives to recognise, appreciate and reward your work for delivering outstanding results. You will be rewarded in line with Reckitt's pay for performance philosophy. Equality We recognise that in real life, great people don't always 'tick all the boxes'. That's why we hire for potential as well as experience. Even if you don't meet every point on the job description, if this role and our company feels like a good fit for you, we still want to hear from you. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, disability or medical condition; colour, ethnicity, race, citizenship and national origin; religion, faith; pregnancy, family status and caring responsibilities; sexual orientation; sex, gender identity, gender expression, and transgender identity; protected veteran status; size or any other basis protected by appropriate law.
EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT An exciting opportunity to support the Director of Communications and Commercial Director within a leading and highly trusted not-for-profit organisation in the Travel and Tourism industry . This is a part-time role, working 4 days per week, totalling 30 hours, paying £40,000 - £45,000 pro rata . Based in SE1, this role provides high-level administrative and organisational support, ensuring the smooth running of senior leadership activities. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established organisation with over 75 years of experience delivering services and memberships across the UK. EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT ROLE: Managing and forward-planning Directors' diaries, meetings, materials, travel, and hybrid schedules while ensuring full preparation for Board, Committee, Finance, and SLT sessions Scheduling meetings, coordinating attendees, preparing documents, taking minutes, and ensuring actions and agenda items are completed Acting as a key point of contact for internal and external stakeholders, monitoring and managing email and telephone queries, and escalating matters requiring attention Making travel and accommodation arrangements for Directors, completing online check-ins, and ensuring all information and documents are prepared in advance Coordinating departmental and organisation-wide events, including conventions, team meetings, social events, and project activities, ensuring logistics, catering, and resources are in place Drafting and editing reports, presentations, and communications on behalf of Directors and supporting website and intranet updates Handling confidential correspondence with tact and discretion, and maintaining registers, including gifts and hospitality Preparing and submitting Directors' expenses, tracking corporate credit card transactions, and liaising with Finance to resolve queries Providing project management support, including tracking progress, coordinating updates, organising meetings, and supporting cross-team collaboration Providing flexible departmental support, including onboarding, rota scheduling, 1:1 coordination, covering other EAs during absence, assisting with the switchboard, and supporting emergency and business continuity processes EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT ESSENTIALS: Bringing a minimum of three years' PA or EA experience Using advanced Microsoft Excel skills Maintaining a high attention to detail Being highly organised Working in a team-oriented manner EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT BENEFITS: Working in a hybrid pattern of 2-3 days in the office Receiving 25 days of annual leave plus 8 bank holidays, with options to buy or sell leave, a celebration day, and two winter days around Christmas and New Year Accessing a private medical scheme Using the employee assistance programme Benefiting from a rent start scheme Taking part in a volunteering scheme Accessing learning and development opportunities If you feel that you fit the above criteria, then please apply today by submitting your CV to us. Please note that due to the high volume of applications that we receive, only successful applicants will be contacted. For information on how we process personal information, please refer to our website: How We Use Your Personal Information. At Australasian Recruitment Company we are committed to an Equal Opportunities policy and make employment decisions by matching business needs with the skills and experience of candidates, irrespective of age, disability (including hidden disabilities) gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation.
Apr 08, 2026
Contractor
EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT An exciting opportunity to support the Director of Communications and Commercial Director within a leading and highly trusted not-for-profit organisation in the Travel and Tourism industry . This is a part-time role, working 4 days per week, totalling 30 hours, paying £40,000 - £45,000 pro rata . Based in SE1, this role provides high-level administrative and organisational support, ensuring the smooth running of senior leadership activities. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established organisation with over 75 years of experience delivering services and memberships across the UK. EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT ROLE: Managing and forward-planning Directors' diaries, meetings, materials, travel, and hybrid schedules while ensuring full preparation for Board, Committee, Finance, and SLT sessions Scheduling meetings, coordinating attendees, preparing documents, taking minutes, and ensuring actions and agenda items are completed Acting as a key point of contact for internal and external stakeholders, monitoring and managing email and telephone queries, and escalating matters requiring attention Making travel and accommodation arrangements for Directors, completing online check-ins, and ensuring all information and documents are prepared in advance Coordinating departmental and organisation-wide events, including conventions, team meetings, social events, and project activities, ensuring logistics, catering, and resources are in place Drafting and editing reports, presentations, and communications on behalf of Directors and supporting website and intranet updates Handling confidential correspondence with tact and discretion, and maintaining registers, including gifts and hospitality Preparing and submitting Directors' expenses, tracking corporate credit card transactions, and liaising with Finance to resolve queries Providing project management support, including tracking progress, coordinating updates, organising meetings, and supporting cross-team collaboration Providing flexible departmental support, including onboarding, rota scheduling, 1:1 coordination, covering other EAs during absence, assisting with the switchboard, and supporting emergency and business continuity processes EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT ESSENTIALS: Bringing a minimum of three years' PA or EA experience Using advanced Microsoft Excel skills Maintaining a high attention to detail Being highly organised Working in a team-oriented manner EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT BENEFITS: Working in a hybrid pattern of 2-3 days in the office Receiving 25 days of annual leave plus 8 bank holidays, with options to buy or sell leave, a celebration day, and two winter days around Christmas and New Year Accessing a private medical scheme Using the employee assistance programme Benefiting from a rent start scheme Taking part in a volunteering scheme Accessing learning and development opportunities If you feel that you fit the above criteria, then please apply today by submitting your CV to us. Please note that due to the high volume of applications that we receive, only successful applicants will be contacted. For information on how we process personal information, please refer to our website: How We Use Your Personal Information. At Australasian Recruitment Company we are committed to an Equal Opportunities policy and make employment decisions by matching business needs with the skills and experience of candidates, irrespective of age, disability (including hidden disabilities) gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation.
Trusts and Estates Director - London Our client is a highly respected UK wide private client and wealth advisory practice, with a London office that is experiencing exceptional momentum - delivering 15% year on year revenue growth. This success is driven by a clear strategic focus on higher value clients, supported by substantial financial investment from the wider organisation. As the Trusts & Estates service line is recognised as a significant long term growth area, the firm is now seeking an experienced and commercially minded Tax & Trusts Director to join the senior leadership team. This role comes with a defined and realistic pathway to Partner, making it an exceptional opportunity for a high calibre specialist looking to take the next step. The Opportunity You will join a thriving London office and play a key strategic role in a team of 16 private client professionals, collaborating closely with partners and senior leaders across the UK. This role is perfect for someone with strong technical expertise and commercial acumen who enjoys working directly with clients and contributing to practice growth. People management is less critical here - the emphasis is on technical leadership, client advisory and strategic contribution. Backed by significant organisational investment, the Trusts & Estates offering is expanding rapidly, creating strong long term career prospects, culminating in progression to Partner. Key Responsibilities Lead and deliver high value advisory work for HNW and UHNW individuals, families, trustees and family offices. Provide expert advice on trust structuring, succession planning, IHT, CGT and wider estate planning. Work collaboratively with the private client team to deliver integrated tax and trust solutions to sophisticated clients. Play a key role in business development, identifying new opportunities and strengthening existing client relationships. Offer technical leadership and act as a senior point of escalation on complex trust matters. Support the strategic growth of the London office and the wider Trusts & Estates service line. Contribute to long term commercial planning and help shape the team's future direction. About You The successful candidate will bring: Significant experience in UK private client tax and trusts at senior manager/director level. Strong technical expertise in trusts, succession planning, IHT, CGT and wealth structuring. Experience advising HNW/UHNW clients and multi generational families. A commercial mindset with the ability to engage confidently with high value clients. Excellent communication skills and the ability to simplify complex matters. STEP qualification (or equivalent) strongly preferred; CTA desirable. A collaborative approach and the ability to contribute to senior level strategy. Leadership experience, though heavy people management is not required. What Our Client Offers A senior role in a London office with a high performing team A focus on high value, sophisticated clients and complex advisory work. Major investment into the Trusts & Estates team and long term growth plans. A supportive and collaborative UK wide team of specialists. Competitive remuneration and a clear, structured progression pathway to Partner. The chance to shape and influence one of the firm's key growth areas. Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide. However, we are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role. Please note that your personal information will be treated in accordance with our Privacy Policy.
Apr 08, 2026
Full time
Trusts and Estates Director - London Our client is a highly respected UK wide private client and wealth advisory practice, with a London office that is experiencing exceptional momentum - delivering 15% year on year revenue growth. This success is driven by a clear strategic focus on higher value clients, supported by substantial financial investment from the wider organisation. As the Trusts & Estates service line is recognised as a significant long term growth area, the firm is now seeking an experienced and commercially minded Tax & Trusts Director to join the senior leadership team. This role comes with a defined and realistic pathway to Partner, making it an exceptional opportunity for a high calibre specialist looking to take the next step. The Opportunity You will join a thriving London office and play a key strategic role in a team of 16 private client professionals, collaborating closely with partners and senior leaders across the UK. This role is perfect for someone with strong technical expertise and commercial acumen who enjoys working directly with clients and contributing to practice growth. People management is less critical here - the emphasis is on technical leadership, client advisory and strategic contribution. Backed by significant organisational investment, the Trusts & Estates offering is expanding rapidly, creating strong long term career prospects, culminating in progression to Partner. Key Responsibilities Lead and deliver high value advisory work for HNW and UHNW individuals, families, trustees and family offices. Provide expert advice on trust structuring, succession planning, IHT, CGT and wider estate planning. Work collaboratively with the private client team to deliver integrated tax and trust solutions to sophisticated clients. Play a key role in business development, identifying new opportunities and strengthening existing client relationships. Offer technical leadership and act as a senior point of escalation on complex trust matters. Support the strategic growth of the London office and the wider Trusts & Estates service line. Contribute to long term commercial planning and help shape the team's future direction. About You The successful candidate will bring: Significant experience in UK private client tax and trusts at senior manager/director level. Strong technical expertise in trusts, succession planning, IHT, CGT and wealth structuring. Experience advising HNW/UHNW clients and multi generational families. A commercial mindset with the ability to engage confidently with high value clients. Excellent communication skills and the ability to simplify complex matters. STEP qualification (or equivalent) strongly preferred; CTA desirable. A collaborative approach and the ability to contribute to senior level strategy. Leadership experience, though heavy people management is not required. What Our Client Offers A senior role in a London office with a high performing team A focus on high value, sophisticated clients and complex advisory work. Major investment into the Trusts & Estates team and long term growth plans. A supportive and collaborative UK wide team of specialists. Competitive remuneration and a clear, structured progression pathway to Partner. The chance to shape and influence one of the firm's key growth areas. Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide. However, we are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role. Please note that your personal information will be treated in accordance with our Privacy Policy.
Director of Economic Development (Consultant) Initial 6 month interim Immediate start £700-£800 per day (umbrella) Inside IR35 Hybrid working CVs are being reviewed immediately and interviews will be taking place week commencing mid April. This is a standout opportunity for a senior economic development and property leader ready to step into a highly visible and influential strategic leader bringing strength of knowledge to investment and growth models within a local authority setting. With this senior advisory role, you will operate at the top table, reporting directly into a Corporate Director and providing expertise, guidance and leadership across corporate assets, facilities, regeneration and economic growth. You will play a pivotal role in shaping long term prosperity, investment and place based outcomes. This is a strategic, senior interim assignment, focused on stabilising, shaping and setting direction, rather than managing day to day operational delivery. The postholder will operate at corporate level. You will work closely with elected members, combined authorities and regional partners, influencing decisions that matter and delivering outcomes at pace. If you thrive in complex, politically led environments and enjoy shaping strategy while driving delivery, this Director of Economic Development role will keep you challenged from day one. Your Role as Director of Economic Development: Provide expert guidance for the strategic direction of Economic Development and Corporate Landlord functions, aligning assets to growth priorities Develop and deliver economic growth plans, working closely with combined authorities and key regional stakeholders Oversee inward investment, regeneration and place based development activity to drive jobs and sustainable growth Provide senior leadership on governance, options appraisal and commercial decision making Champion innovation, sustainability and value for money across property, assets and economic programmes Your previous experience as Director of Economic Development: Senior level leadership within Economic Development, shaping and delivering city or regional growth strategies Proven experience working with combined authorities and operating effectively in complex partnership environmentsi> Strong understanding of business rates retention schemes, funding models and mechanisms for growth Experience of development company models, spatial planning and large scale regeneration programmes Track record of leading inward investment activity and unlocking public and private sector funding This is an urgent interim requirement with immediate impact, visibility and influence. You will be trusted to stabilise, shape and accelerate delivery while positioning services for long term success. The assignment offers pace, autonomy and the opportunity to leave a genuine legacy. If you're interested in discussing this Director of Economic Development opportunity in more detail, or know someone who would be a strong fit, please get in touch today with MelanieMachin or George Batson or apply now to avoid missing out. We offer a senior referral scheme upon successful placement of your recommendation, so do reach out. Our clients are committed to building diverse leadership teams and do not discriminate. Recruiting decisions are based purely on experience and skills, and any reasonable adjustments will be fully supported throughout the process.
Apr 08, 2026
Full time
Director of Economic Development (Consultant) Initial 6 month interim Immediate start £700-£800 per day (umbrella) Inside IR35 Hybrid working CVs are being reviewed immediately and interviews will be taking place week commencing mid April. This is a standout opportunity for a senior economic development and property leader ready to step into a highly visible and influential strategic leader bringing strength of knowledge to investment and growth models within a local authority setting. With this senior advisory role, you will operate at the top table, reporting directly into a Corporate Director and providing expertise, guidance and leadership across corporate assets, facilities, regeneration and economic growth. You will play a pivotal role in shaping long term prosperity, investment and place based outcomes. This is a strategic, senior interim assignment, focused on stabilising, shaping and setting direction, rather than managing day to day operational delivery. The postholder will operate at corporate level. You will work closely with elected members, combined authorities and regional partners, influencing decisions that matter and delivering outcomes at pace. If you thrive in complex, politically led environments and enjoy shaping strategy while driving delivery, this Director of Economic Development role will keep you challenged from day one. Your Role as Director of Economic Development: Provide expert guidance for the strategic direction of Economic Development and Corporate Landlord functions, aligning assets to growth priorities Develop and deliver economic growth plans, working closely with combined authorities and key regional stakeholders Oversee inward investment, regeneration and place based development activity to drive jobs and sustainable growth Provide senior leadership on governance, options appraisal and commercial decision making Champion innovation, sustainability and value for money across property, assets and economic programmes Your previous experience as Director of Economic Development: Senior level leadership within Economic Development, shaping and delivering city or regional growth strategies Proven experience working with combined authorities and operating effectively in complex partnership environmentsi> Strong understanding of business rates retention schemes, funding models and mechanisms for growth Experience of development company models, spatial planning and large scale regeneration programmes Track record of leading inward investment activity and unlocking public and private sector funding This is an urgent interim requirement with immediate impact, visibility and influence. You will be trusted to stabilise, shape and accelerate delivery while positioning services for long term success. The assignment offers pace, autonomy and the opportunity to leave a genuine legacy. If you're interested in discussing this Director of Economic Development opportunity in more detail, or know someone who would be a strong fit, please get in touch today with MelanieMachin or George Batson or apply now to avoid missing out. We offer a senior referral scheme upon successful placement of your recommendation, so do reach out. Our clients are committed to building diverse leadership teams and do not discriminate. Recruiting decisions are based purely on experience and skills, and any reasonable adjustments will be fully supported throughout the process.
Note for Recruitment Agencies: We prefer to hire directly and we will be in touch with our agency partners if this role is eligible for release. We do not accept speculative CVs from agencies. Please direct all queries to the recruitment team. We are looking for a Business Advisory Senior Manager or Director to join our team in Inverness. At Johnston Carmichael, we're looking for innovative individuals with forward-thinking attitudes and an appetite to learn and grow. Our people are to think for themselves, to lead, and to inspire business leaders to drive their ideas forward. We pride ourselves on developing our people through our investment in their training and development. If you have the ambition to succeed in a supportive and positively challenging environment, why not come and join us? The Business Advisory Senior Manager / Director will be responsible for (but not limited to): Ensure the effective and profitable management of a portfolio of clients in key sectors Deploying your breadth and depth of technical knowledge and business expertise to provide a first rate and proactive service to those clients Assisting current clients to grow their business whilst assisting the team to grow theirs through support on business development activities Leading and managing our people and supporting effective and efficient cross firm working practices Engaging with business development activities in order to grow JC's client base in line with strategy In conjunction with the Area Operations Manager, ensure the correct resource planning allocations are met in line with new and current work Review and sign off client accounts. In addition, ensure that billing is completed accurate and on time Being a trusted advisor both internally and externally and delivering technical information to both colleagues and clients About You A leader of your work and your professional learning with the ability to develop yourself and others Strong leadership skills providing development and direction to other team members Ability to be an advocate of change and thought leadership for sector specialisms Professional accountancy qualification (ICAS, ACCA or equivalent) Strong business development skills with the ability to network A good working knowledge of Xero, Sage & Silverfin would be advantageous Communication skills and prioritisation of workload are essential to ensure all deadlines are achieved, as well as possessing the ability to work as part of a team. All candidates are required to have the right to live and work in the UK permanently and without any restrictions. Why JC? Johnston Carmichael helps to build success stories that change lives - whether it's our clients, our communities, or most importantly, our people, who now number over 900 across the UK. We work with individuals and businesses all over the country and our expertise covers almost every industry sector. We're also an independent member firm of Moore Global Network Limited, a global accounting and advisory network of over 37,000 advisers across more than 114 countries. Everything we do at Johnston Carmichael is underpinned by our four core values - Doing The Right Thing, Standing In Other People's Shoes, Leading Our Future and Remaining Relevant. We've created a range of ways to support our people to make sure every voice is heard, including our People and Culture Forum, and we encourage each of our sharp minds to be leaders of their work and learning. You can read more about our culture and values here. In the last 10 years we've raised more than £450,000 for charity and continuously evolved our commitment to sustainable business practices. We are Gold sponsors of the Kiltwalk and also partner with Netball Scotland and England Netball, creating an enduring impact on the ground in our communities. Why Business Advisory? As the world becomes increasingly digital, we're embracing technology and we're taking our clients with us. The role of a business adviser has never been more important in helping businesses adapt and thrive. A career in Business Advisory at Johnston Carmichael is diverse and challenging, as we continually strive to provide the best service for our clients - more efficiency, greater innovation, deeper insight. As part of our Business Advisory team, you'll build close relationships with clients, truly getting under the skin of their businesses and providing the advice and guidance that will make a real difference for them. Plus, with expertise across a range of industry sectors, there's no shortage of variety when it comes to the work we do. We're also an independent member firm of Moore Global Network Limited, a global accounting and advisory network of over 30,000 advisers across more than 110 countries, so you'll have the opportunity to work with businesses all over the globe. What you can expect As well as working with a great team of colleagues and enjoying the balance of hybrid and flexible working, we offer a range of benefits to make your time at JC even more fulfilling. Click here to see what's on offer. Different backgrounds and different opinions make for more interesting work and better outcomes. We're sure we don't have to say this, but we welcome people from all backgrounds, regardless of your heritage, ethnicity, religious beliefs, sexual identity or gender identity. We also actively encourage applications from anyone who's had an extended time away from paid employment. Our team is made up of people who've taken varied routes through their careers. We're here to give you the tools, support, and materials to develop your expertise so you can pursue your ambitions. Our JC Aspire learning programme helps everyone reach their personal goals, and we've also carefully created our own Leadership Development Programme, which is accredited by the University of Strathclyde Business School at Masters degree level. We look forward to hearing from you If you're ready to write your success story with us, apply today. At Johnston Carmichael we are committed to diversity, equality and inclusion in the workplace. A copy of this policy will be made available on request. We also welcome applications from individuals who have had time away from paid employment.
Apr 08, 2026
Full time
Note for Recruitment Agencies: We prefer to hire directly and we will be in touch with our agency partners if this role is eligible for release. We do not accept speculative CVs from agencies. Please direct all queries to the recruitment team. We are looking for a Business Advisory Senior Manager or Director to join our team in Inverness. At Johnston Carmichael, we're looking for innovative individuals with forward-thinking attitudes and an appetite to learn and grow. Our people are to think for themselves, to lead, and to inspire business leaders to drive their ideas forward. We pride ourselves on developing our people through our investment in their training and development. If you have the ambition to succeed in a supportive and positively challenging environment, why not come and join us? The Business Advisory Senior Manager / Director will be responsible for (but not limited to): Ensure the effective and profitable management of a portfolio of clients in key sectors Deploying your breadth and depth of technical knowledge and business expertise to provide a first rate and proactive service to those clients Assisting current clients to grow their business whilst assisting the team to grow theirs through support on business development activities Leading and managing our people and supporting effective and efficient cross firm working practices Engaging with business development activities in order to grow JC's client base in line with strategy In conjunction with the Area Operations Manager, ensure the correct resource planning allocations are met in line with new and current work Review and sign off client accounts. In addition, ensure that billing is completed accurate and on time Being a trusted advisor both internally and externally and delivering technical information to both colleagues and clients About You A leader of your work and your professional learning with the ability to develop yourself and others Strong leadership skills providing development and direction to other team members Ability to be an advocate of change and thought leadership for sector specialisms Professional accountancy qualification (ICAS, ACCA or equivalent) Strong business development skills with the ability to network A good working knowledge of Xero, Sage & Silverfin would be advantageous Communication skills and prioritisation of workload are essential to ensure all deadlines are achieved, as well as possessing the ability to work as part of a team. All candidates are required to have the right to live and work in the UK permanently and without any restrictions. Why JC? Johnston Carmichael helps to build success stories that change lives - whether it's our clients, our communities, or most importantly, our people, who now number over 900 across the UK. We work with individuals and businesses all over the country and our expertise covers almost every industry sector. We're also an independent member firm of Moore Global Network Limited, a global accounting and advisory network of over 37,000 advisers across more than 114 countries. Everything we do at Johnston Carmichael is underpinned by our four core values - Doing The Right Thing, Standing In Other People's Shoes, Leading Our Future and Remaining Relevant. We've created a range of ways to support our people to make sure every voice is heard, including our People and Culture Forum, and we encourage each of our sharp minds to be leaders of their work and learning. You can read more about our culture and values here. In the last 10 years we've raised more than £450,000 for charity and continuously evolved our commitment to sustainable business practices. We are Gold sponsors of the Kiltwalk and also partner with Netball Scotland and England Netball, creating an enduring impact on the ground in our communities. Why Business Advisory? As the world becomes increasingly digital, we're embracing technology and we're taking our clients with us. The role of a business adviser has never been more important in helping businesses adapt and thrive. A career in Business Advisory at Johnston Carmichael is diverse and challenging, as we continually strive to provide the best service for our clients - more efficiency, greater innovation, deeper insight. As part of our Business Advisory team, you'll build close relationships with clients, truly getting under the skin of their businesses and providing the advice and guidance that will make a real difference for them. Plus, with expertise across a range of industry sectors, there's no shortage of variety when it comes to the work we do. We're also an independent member firm of Moore Global Network Limited, a global accounting and advisory network of over 30,000 advisers across more than 110 countries, so you'll have the opportunity to work with businesses all over the globe. What you can expect As well as working with a great team of colleagues and enjoying the balance of hybrid and flexible working, we offer a range of benefits to make your time at JC even more fulfilling. Click here to see what's on offer. Different backgrounds and different opinions make for more interesting work and better outcomes. We're sure we don't have to say this, but we welcome people from all backgrounds, regardless of your heritage, ethnicity, religious beliefs, sexual identity or gender identity. We also actively encourage applications from anyone who's had an extended time away from paid employment. Our team is made up of people who've taken varied routes through their careers. We're here to give you the tools, support, and materials to develop your expertise so you can pursue your ambitions. Our JC Aspire learning programme helps everyone reach their personal goals, and we've also carefully created our own Leadership Development Programme, which is accredited by the University of Strathclyde Business School at Masters degree level. We look forward to hearing from you If you're ready to write your success story with us, apply today. At Johnston Carmichael we are committed to diversity, equality and inclusion in the workplace. A copy of this policy will be made available on request. We also welcome applications from individuals who have had time away from paid employment.
