Job Title: Director of Safeguarding Reports to: General Secretary Team: Safeguarding Directorate: Safeguarding Location: London Diocesan House, 36 Causton Street Requirements: Enhanced DBS Required Job Purpose The Director of Safeguarding is the senior safeguarding leader in the Diocese of London, responsible for providing strategic leadership, professional oversight and assurance across all safeguarding activity. The postholder will lead the Diocese in fostering a proactive safeguarding culture, ensuring the highest standards of safeguarding practice, compliance and accountability throughout diocesan structures, parishes and associated church bodies. As the accredited Diocesan Safeguarding Officer (DSO), the postholder has operational independence from the Bishops in the management of safeguarding casework and allegations in accordance with the Canons of the Church of England, National Safeguarding Standards and House of Bishops guidance. Whilst retaining oversight and decision-making responsibility for the most complex and high-risk safeguarding matters, the Director's primary focus is strategic leadership, organisational development, governance, service improvement and the effective leadership of the Diocesan Safeguarding Team (DST). About the London Diocese Fund (LDF) and the Diocese of London The Diocese of London is the group of Church of England organisations located in London, north of the River Thames. It is overseen by the Bishop of London and is made up of parishes, schools, chaplaincies, missional communities, and other organisations across 18 Boroughs. The London Diocesan Fund (LDF) is the main charity that supports the work of the Diocese as a whole by generating income, providing a wide range of services and paying and housing its clergy. Our Mission, Values, Ambitions and Priorities Mission: To support, serve and resource all parts of the Diocese of London in enabling every Londoner to encounter the love of God in Christ. Values: Confident, Compassionate, Creative, Connected Ambitions: Confident Disciples, Compassionate Communities, Creative Growth. Priorities: Growing Younger, Safer Churches, Striving for Racial Justice - to reach every Londoner, we need to reflect the diversity of our city and be a welcoming, safe place. Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion Statement The Diocese of London is committed to creating and sustaining a diverse and inclusive workforce which represents our context and wider community. We are aware that those of Global Majority Heritage/United Kingdom Minority Ethnic (GMH/UKME), women, and disabled people are currently under-represented among our clergy and workforce, and we particularly encourage applications from those in these groups with the relevant skills and experience that will increase this representation. Safeguarding Statement The Diocese of London is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. Job Scope Direct and indirect reports: Safer Churches Programme Manager and staff Casework Lead (Deputy DSO) and staff Budget responsibilities: Yes Revenue responsibilities: No Key Relationships: Bishop of London; Area and Suffragan Bishops General Secretary and LDF Director roles Archdeacons Independent Chair, Diocesan Safeguarding Advisory Panel (DSAP) & DSAP members Regional Safeguarding Lead and the National Safeguarding Team Statutory agencies Survivor-support organisations and representatives Clergy and Parish Safeguarding Officers Diocesan Registrars (legal advisers) Bishop's Council (LDF Trustees) Chair, Audit and Risk Committee Job Responsibilities: Strategic Leadership and Culture: Lead the Diocese's safeguarding strategy, embedding a preventative, accountable and learning-focused culture across diocesan life. Champion Safer Churches, ensuring the voices and experiences of victims and survivors shape policy, practice and improvement. Provide expert advice, assurance and constructive challenge to senior leaders and governance bodies, ensuring policy alignment and effective implementation of review recommendations. Operational Oversight (DSO Function): Fulfil the statutory and canonical DSO function, maintaining professional independence in safeguarding case management and decision-making. Retain oversight of the most complex and high-risk cases, ensuring effective, trauma-informed responses to concerns, allegations and disclosures. Maintain robust case management, risk assessment, quality assurance and learning systems, supported by supervision, performance measures and professional standards. Governance, Assurance and Compliance: Provide clear safeguarding assurance to diocesan governance structures through reporting, performance monitoring and scrutiny. Ensure compliance with statutory requirements, Church of England safeguarding policy and national safeguarding standards. Lead preparation for audits and external reviews, overseeing implementation of recommendations and organisational learning. Stakeholder Management and Partnerships: Build trusted safeguarding partnerships with statutory agencies, the National Safeguarding Team, survivor organisations and relevant church bodies and religious communities. Act as the Diocese's principal safeguarding representative with external agencies and professional networks. Bridge safeguarding practice, senior clergy and diocesan leadership to support constructive dialogue and resolution of concerns. Leadership and Management: Play a full part in the leadership and management of the Diocese as a member of the Bishop of London's Senior Staff Team and the Senior Management Group of the LDF and other related teams. Lead, manage and supervise safeguarding managers and the wider team, promoting integrity, collaboration and continuous improvement. Ensure the Diocesan Safeguarding Team is effectively structured, resourced and supported to meet current and future demand. Hold budget responsibility and promote workforce wellbeing, resilience, supervision and professional development. Training and Organisational Development: Oversee implementation of the national safeguarding learning framework and diocesan safeguarding learning strategy. Ensure safeguarding training remains current, effective and aligned with statutory and national requirements. Promote organisational learning from reviews, audits, complaints and survivor feedback to strengthen practice and service improvement.
Aug 24, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Director of Safeguarding Reports to: General Secretary Team: Safeguarding Directorate: Safeguarding Location: London Diocesan House, 36 Causton Street Requirements: Enhanced DBS Required Job Purpose The Director of Safeguarding is the senior safeguarding leader in the Diocese of London, responsible for providing strategic leadership, professional oversight and assurance across all safeguarding activity. The postholder will lead the Diocese in fostering a proactive safeguarding culture, ensuring the highest standards of safeguarding practice, compliance and accountability throughout diocesan structures, parishes and associated church bodies. As the accredited Diocesan Safeguarding Officer (DSO), the postholder has operational independence from the Bishops in the management of safeguarding casework and allegations in accordance with the Canons of the Church of England, National Safeguarding Standards and House of Bishops guidance. Whilst retaining oversight and decision-making responsibility for the most complex and high-risk safeguarding matters, the Director's primary focus is strategic leadership, organisational development, governance, service improvement and the effective leadership of the Diocesan Safeguarding Team (DST). About the London Diocese Fund (LDF) and the Diocese of London The Diocese of London is the group of Church of England organisations located in London, north of the River Thames. It is overseen by the Bishop of London and is made up of parishes, schools, chaplaincies, missional communities, and other organisations across 18 Boroughs. The London Diocesan Fund (LDF) is the main charity that supports the work of the Diocese as a whole by generating income, providing a wide range of services and paying and housing its clergy. Our Mission, Values, Ambitions and Priorities Mission: To support, serve and resource all parts of the Diocese of London in enabling every Londoner to encounter the love of God in Christ. Values: Confident, Compassionate, Creative, Connected Ambitions: Confident Disciples, Compassionate Communities, Creative Growth. Priorities: Growing Younger, Safer Churches, Striving for Racial Justice - to reach every Londoner, we need to reflect the diversity of our city and be a welcoming, safe place. Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion Statement The Diocese of London is committed to creating and sustaining a diverse and inclusive workforce which represents our context and wider community. We are aware that those of Global Majority Heritage/United Kingdom Minority Ethnic (GMH/UKME), women, and disabled people are currently under-represented among our clergy and workforce, and we particularly encourage applications from those in these groups with the relevant skills and experience that will increase this representation. Safeguarding Statement The Diocese of London is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. Job Scope Direct and indirect reports: Safer Churches Programme Manager and staff Casework Lead (Deputy DSO) and staff Budget responsibilities: Yes Revenue responsibilities: No Key Relationships: Bishop of London; Area and Suffragan Bishops General Secretary and LDF Director roles Archdeacons Independent Chair, Diocesan Safeguarding Advisory Panel (DSAP) & DSAP members Regional Safeguarding Lead and the National Safeguarding Team Statutory agencies Survivor-support organisations and representatives Clergy and Parish Safeguarding Officers Diocesan Registrars (legal advisers) Bishop's Council (LDF Trustees) Chair, Audit and Risk Committee Job Responsibilities: Strategic Leadership and Culture: Lead the Diocese's safeguarding strategy, embedding a preventative, accountable and learning-focused culture across diocesan life. Champion Safer Churches, ensuring the voices and experiences of victims and survivors shape policy, practice and improvement. Provide expert advice, assurance and constructive challenge to senior leaders and governance bodies, ensuring policy alignment and effective implementation of review recommendations. Operational Oversight (DSO Function): Fulfil the statutory and canonical DSO function, maintaining professional independence in safeguarding case management and decision-making. Retain oversight of the most complex and high-risk cases, ensuring effective, trauma-informed responses to concerns, allegations and disclosures. Maintain robust case management, risk assessment, quality assurance and learning systems, supported by supervision, performance measures and professional standards. Governance, Assurance and Compliance: Provide clear safeguarding assurance to diocesan governance structures through reporting, performance monitoring and scrutiny. Ensure compliance with statutory requirements, Church of England safeguarding policy and national safeguarding standards. Lead preparation for audits and external reviews, overseeing implementation of recommendations and organisational learning. Stakeholder Management and Partnerships: Build trusted safeguarding partnerships with statutory agencies, the National Safeguarding Team, survivor organisations and relevant church bodies and religious communities. Act as the Diocese's principal safeguarding representative with external agencies and professional networks. Bridge safeguarding practice, senior clergy and diocesan leadership to support constructive dialogue and resolution of concerns. Leadership and Management: Play a full part in the leadership and management of the Diocese as a member of the Bishop of London's Senior Staff Team and the Senior Management Group of the LDF and other related teams. Lead, manage and supervise safeguarding managers and the wider team, promoting integrity, collaboration and continuous improvement. Ensure the Diocesan Safeguarding Team is effectively structured, resourced and supported to meet current and future demand. Hold budget responsibility and promote workforce wellbeing, resilience, supervision and professional development. Training and Organisational Development: Oversee implementation of the national safeguarding learning framework and diocesan safeguarding learning strategy. Ensure safeguarding training remains current, effective and aligned with statutory and national requirements. Promote organisational learning from reviews, audits, complaints and survivor feedback to strengthen practice and service improvement.
Job Advert Job Purpose: Regional Accounts Management Reporting to: Regional Accounting Manager - Southeast Asia & India Location: Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam About the Role Lead the review and coordination of month end, quarter end and year-end financial accounts of the schools, ensuring that the accounts are prepared on a timely basis in compliance with international accounting standards (IFRS), as well as the policies and procedures of Nord Anglia Education. Work with the school finance team to ensure all reporting deliverables are sent on time, reviewed, accurate and in the correct format for month end, quarterly and year end reporting packs and provide meaningful insights and recommendations to support decision-making. Support the Regional Accounting Manager with the review of the Balance Sheet identifying reasons for any significant movements and variances to budget/forecast. Ensure all balance sheet items are reconciled and supported with schedules while continuously improving reporting quality and efficiency. Assist school finance teams with all Compliance, Audit, and Risk procedures and practices for the region. Build and maintain KPI monitoring dashboards, business intelligence reports, and automated reporting solutions. Continuously explore and implement innovative technologies to improve reporting quality and business insights. Build trusted partnerships with schools, regional functions to drive alignment, resolve issues, and achieve reporting and operational objectives in a multicultural environment. Encourage and Share Best Practice processes across the region and work with schools to ensure improve efficiency of month end closing with a target of T+3 reporting deadline. Challenge existing ways of working and propose innovative solutions to increase effectiveness and reduce manual effort Proactively identify opportunities to simplify, standardise, and automate accounting and reporting processes across the region. Act as the primary point of contact for Finance systems-related matters, providing support, coordination, and issue resolution. Collaborate with schools finance teams in transformation initiatives aimed at improving efficiency, controls, and data quality. About Your Experience A minimum of 5 years of experience in the area of financial accounting, consolidation and reporting. Experience in reviewing internal procedures, processes and controls throughout company, and highlighting any issues to the senior members of the finance team. Statutory compliance experience required. Experience working across diverse cultures and geographies. Strong analytical and problem-solving capability. Comfortable operating in a dynamic and ambiguous environment. Strong technical accounting background previously worked for international organisation and dealing with multi entities Advanced Excel skills including macro's, pivot tables, data modelling. Strong aptitude for adopting and applying AI tools (e.g., Copilot, Claude, ChatGPT) in day-to-day work to improve efficiency, reporting quality, and decision-making. Willingness and ability to travel across the region as required A plus if you are: ACA and ACCA, CGMA, CPA qualified Education industry work experience Experienced in use of Navision accounting software About You Conscientious and able to focus on completing work to a consistently high standard Team player with good communication skills Excellent organisational and time-management skills; high attention to detail Ability to work to tight deadlines and able to prompt others to ensure deadlines are achieved Ability to work under pressure and remain calm Proactive and positive approach to work Takes ownership and strives to improve processes and add value High level of personal integrity
Aug 24, 2026
Full time
Job Advert Job Purpose: Regional Accounts Management Reporting to: Regional Accounting Manager - Southeast Asia & India Location: Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam About the Role Lead the review and coordination of month end, quarter end and year-end financial accounts of the schools, ensuring that the accounts are prepared on a timely basis in compliance with international accounting standards (IFRS), as well as the policies and procedures of Nord Anglia Education. Work with the school finance team to ensure all reporting deliverables are sent on time, reviewed, accurate and in the correct format for month end, quarterly and year end reporting packs and provide meaningful insights and recommendations to support decision-making. Support the Regional Accounting Manager with the review of the Balance Sheet identifying reasons for any significant movements and variances to budget/forecast. Ensure all balance sheet items are reconciled and supported with schedules while continuously improving reporting quality and efficiency. Assist school finance teams with all Compliance, Audit, and Risk procedures and practices for the region. Build and maintain KPI monitoring dashboards, business intelligence reports, and automated reporting solutions. Continuously explore and implement innovative technologies to improve reporting quality and business insights. Build trusted partnerships with schools, regional functions to drive alignment, resolve issues, and achieve reporting and operational objectives in a multicultural environment. Encourage and Share Best Practice processes across the region and work with schools to ensure improve efficiency of month end closing with a target of T+3 reporting deadline. Challenge existing ways of working and propose innovative solutions to increase effectiveness and reduce manual effort Proactively identify opportunities to simplify, standardise, and automate accounting and reporting processes across the region. Act as the primary point of contact for Finance systems-related matters, providing support, coordination, and issue resolution. Collaborate with schools finance teams in transformation initiatives aimed at improving efficiency, controls, and data quality. About Your Experience A minimum of 5 years of experience in the area of financial accounting, consolidation and reporting. Experience in reviewing internal procedures, processes and controls throughout company, and highlighting any issues to the senior members of the finance team. Statutory compliance experience required. Experience working across diverse cultures and geographies. Strong analytical and problem-solving capability. Comfortable operating in a dynamic and ambiguous environment. Strong technical accounting background previously worked for international organisation and dealing with multi entities Advanced Excel skills including macro's, pivot tables, data modelling. Strong aptitude for adopting and applying AI tools (e.g., Copilot, Claude, ChatGPT) in day-to-day work to improve efficiency, reporting quality, and decision-making. Willingness and ability to travel across the region as required A plus if you are: ACA and ACCA, CGMA, CPA qualified Education industry work experience Experienced in use of Navision accounting software About You Conscientious and able to focus on completing work to a consistently high standard Team player with good communication skills Excellent organisational and time-management skills; high attention to detail Ability to work to tight deadlines and able to prompt others to ensure deadlines are achieved Ability to work under pressure and remain calm Proactive and positive approach to work Takes ownership and strives to improve processes and add value High level of personal integrity
The Role Aberystwyth University is seeking a reliable and innovative individual who will be responsible for the strategic management, development and operation of the University's estates and facilities portfolio. The postholder will report directly to the Chief Operating Officer and will be a member of the Professional Services Senior Leadership Team. They will provide strategic leadership and operational management of the Aberystwyth University's estate, facilities, and property portfolio, ensuring that buildings, grounds, infrastructure, and associated services support the University's academic mission, student experience and long-term strategic objectives. The postholder will lead the planning, development, maintenance and sustainability of the University's physical assets while ensuring compliance, value for money and excellent customer service. The successful candidate will manage a team who are responsible for maintaining and developing the university's estate while supporting the institution's strategy and broader objectives. The Head of Estates will also contribute to the leadership and development of the University as a senior leader. The University's site includes a mix of Grade 1, Grade 2 and 1960s concrete structure buildings, including unique developments, such as the Old College project. As part of the wider portfolio there are various smaller residential properties, farms and other external assets which will be the responsibility of the postholder to maintain and plan major maintenance to ensure compliance and operational effectiveness. To make an informal enquiry, please contact Gwawr Taylor, Chief Operating Officer at . Successful applicants will be subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service Check(DBS)check. Appointments are normally made within 4 - 8 weeks of the closing date. What you'll do This job description is subject to review and amendment in the light of the changing needs of the University, to provide appropriate development opportunities and/or the addition of any other reasonable duties. Main Responsibilities Lead and implement the Estates Infrastructure plan to meet the current and future needs of the University, and present the strategy and vision to key stakeholders; Strategic leadership for space utilisation, enhancing teaching, research and professional services operational spaces; To promote, develop and embed environmental sustainability across sites, buildings and operations to support delivery of the University's sustainability goals; Play a lead role in developing and managing delivery of capital projects programme; Provide strategic leadership on the delivery and operationalisation of the Old College development as client representative and trusted advisor, reporting and providing assurance to the University Executive and University Council, as required; Advise senior management on estates-related risks, opportunities and investment priorities; Manage the University's hard facilities functions including, but not exclusively, utilities, gas, plumbing, heating, lighting, electrical, mechanical, and fire safety systems, ensuring all university assets are safe, compliant and fit for purpose; Oversee and deliver a schedule of planned preventative maintenance alongside providing reactive maintenance; Drive continuous improvement in service standards and operational efficiency; Manage the University's soft facilities function including security, statutory compliance, cleaners, caretakers, grounds, porters, post and print room. Lead multidisciplinary teams across the Estates and Facilities portfolio, ensuring a high-performing, customer-focused culture, which operates effectively and efficiently; Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and health & safety standards across all areas of their responsibility and ensure work is prioritised based on appropriate risk assessments. Ensure appropriate arrangements are in place for business continuity, emergency response and resilience of the University's estate and infrastructure To be committed to the University's Equal Opportunities and Diversity Policy, together with an understanding of how it operates within the responsibilities of the post. To be committed to your own development and that of your staff through the effective use of the University's Effective Contribution Scheme. Any other reasonable duties requested commensurate with the grade of this role. Who you are - Qualifications, Experience, Knowledge and Skills required Essential A proven track record of successfully managing a complex estate, including maintenance, renovations and capital projects. A relevant professional qualification (e.g. in engineering/as a quantity surveyor) or equivalent experience. Experience and knowledge of Public Sector Regulations including tendering, procurement, costing and liaison with contractors and professional consultants in relation to buildings projects. Strong financial acumen and experience in budgeting, financial planning and resource allocation. Excellent leadership and team management skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire staff. Knowledge of health & safety regulations, building codes and compliance requirements. Excellent communication, negotiation and interpersonal skills. A strategic mindset with the ability to think creatively and problem-solve effectively. A genuine commitment to sustainability and stewardship and development of a historic site to meet the needs of a University community. Commitment to promoting diversity, equality and inclusion within the workplace An ability to understand the bilingual nature of the University and an awareness of the procedures in place to support working bilingually. Desirable Knowledge and understanding of heritage buildings. Familiarity with an educational and farming setting. Oral (spoken) and Written Welsh Level B2, or a willingness to learn. More information on Welsh Language Levels can be found at: To promote a flexible workforce, the University will consider individuals seeking full time, part time, job share, or term time only working arrangements. Benefits Flexible working policy Hybrid Working 36.5 - hour week for full-time roles Generous leave entitlements - 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays and university closed days Commitment to Professional Development Enhanced contribution to our workplace pension schemes Staff recognition and reward schemes Opportunity to learn the Welsh language for free Staff relocation bursary Maternity, Paternity, Parental and Adoption Leave Staff discount for gym facilities, hospitality, and retail on campus. Please keep reading Aberystwyth University generally supports hybrid working, allowing a mix of office-based and remote working for suitable roles to enhance flexibility and productivity. Job descriptions typically detail a primary work location alongside opportunities for flexible, remote, or home-based work, subject to service needs and manager approval. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and communities and, those that are currently underrepresented in our workforce. This includes but is not limited to Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic candidates, candidates with disabilities, and female candidates. We are a Bilingual Institution which complies with the Welsh Language Standards and is committed to Equal Opportunities. You are welcome to apply for any vacancy in Welsh or English and any application submitted will be treated equally. Employment Visa We welcome international applicants who are eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker Route. Under the points-based system, this role meets the criteria to be sponsored by AU for an SWR application. Please be advised that AU will only support the Certificate of Sponsorship for any employment visas and will not support the payment of the employment visa for the offered candidate and/or dependants. Any prospective candidates coming to work for AU under the SWR will require a minimum of 70 points, made up of the following: Skilled Worker Route Points-Based System Points Meets (Yes / No) Mandatory / Non-tradeable Criteria (50 points) - A job offer from a UK licensed sponsor - 20 points - Yes Job is above the minimum sponsorable skill level - 20 points - Yes Appointed candidate to have appropriate knowledge of the English language - 10 points - Yes Total = 50 points Tradeable Criteria (dependent on candidate appointed) Salary meets minimum threshold - 20 points The candidate holds a PhD in a subject relevant to the job - 10 points The candidate holds a PhD in a STEM subject relevant to the job - 20 points The advertised role is on the UK Shortage Occupation List (SOL) - 20 points A national of a majority English speaking country Having an academic degree taught in English (if an overseas degree, must be verified by NARIC) Completing and passing an English language test at Level B1 or above. 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Aug 24, 2026
Full time
The Role Aberystwyth University is seeking a reliable and innovative individual who will be responsible for the strategic management, development and operation of the University's estates and facilities portfolio. The postholder will report directly to the Chief Operating Officer and will be a member of the Professional Services Senior Leadership Team. They will provide strategic leadership and operational management of the Aberystwyth University's estate, facilities, and property portfolio, ensuring that buildings, grounds, infrastructure, and associated services support the University's academic mission, student experience and long-term strategic objectives. The postholder will lead the planning, development, maintenance and sustainability of the University's physical assets while ensuring compliance, value for money and excellent customer service. The successful candidate will manage a team who are responsible for maintaining and developing the university's estate while supporting the institution's strategy and broader objectives. The Head of Estates will also contribute to the leadership and development of the University as a senior leader. The University's site includes a mix of Grade 1, Grade 2 and 1960s concrete structure buildings, including unique developments, such as the Old College project. As part of the wider portfolio there are various smaller residential properties, farms and other external assets which will be the responsibility of the postholder to maintain and plan major maintenance to ensure compliance and operational effectiveness. To make an informal enquiry, please contact Gwawr Taylor, Chief Operating Officer at . Successful applicants will be subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service Check(DBS)check. Appointments are normally made within 4 - 8 weeks of the closing date. What you'll do This job description is subject to review and amendment in the light of the changing needs of the University, to provide appropriate development opportunities and/or the addition of any other reasonable duties. Main Responsibilities Lead and implement the Estates Infrastructure plan to meet the current and future needs of the University, and present the strategy and vision to key stakeholders; Strategic leadership for space utilisation, enhancing teaching, research and professional services operational spaces; To promote, develop and embed environmental sustainability across sites, buildings and operations to support delivery of the University's sustainability goals; Play a lead role in developing and managing delivery of capital projects programme; Provide strategic leadership on the delivery and operationalisation of the Old College development as client representative and trusted advisor, reporting and providing assurance to the University Executive and University Council, as required; Advise senior management on estates-related risks, opportunities and investment priorities; Manage the University's hard facilities functions including, but not exclusively, utilities, gas, plumbing, heating, lighting, electrical, mechanical, and fire safety systems, ensuring all university assets are safe, compliant and fit for purpose; Oversee and deliver a schedule of planned preventative maintenance alongside providing reactive maintenance; Drive continuous improvement in service standards and operational efficiency; Manage the University's soft facilities function including security, statutory compliance, cleaners, caretakers, grounds, porters, post and print room. Lead multidisciplinary teams across the Estates and Facilities portfolio, ensuring a high-performing, customer-focused culture, which operates effectively and efficiently; Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and health & safety standards across all areas of their responsibility and ensure work is prioritised based on appropriate risk assessments. Ensure appropriate arrangements are in place for business continuity, emergency response and resilience of the University's estate and infrastructure To be committed to the University's Equal Opportunities and Diversity Policy, together with an understanding of how it operates within the responsibilities of the post. To be committed to your own development and that of your staff through the effective use of the University's Effective Contribution Scheme. Any other reasonable duties requested commensurate with the grade of this role. Who you are - Qualifications, Experience, Knowledge and Skills required Essential A proven track record of successfully managing a complex estate, including maintenance, renovations and capital projects. A relevant professional qualification (e.g. in engineering/as a quantity surveyor) or equivalent experience. Experience and knowledge of Public Sector Regulations including tendering, procurement, costing and liaison with contractors and professional consultants in relation to buildings projects. Strong financial acumen and experience in budgeting, financial planning and resource allocation. Excellent leadership and team management skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire staff. Knowledge of health & safety regulations, building codes and compliance requirements. Excellent communication, negotiation and interpersonal skills. A strategic mindset with the ability to think creatively and problem-solve effectively. A genuine commitment to sustainability and stewardship and development of a historic site to meet the needs of a University community. Commitment to promoting diversity, equality and inclusion within the workplace An ability to understand the bilingual nature of the University and an awareness of the procedures in place to support working bilingually. Desirable Knowledge and understanding of heritage buildings. Familiarity with an educational and farming setting. Oral (spoken) and Written Welsh Level B2, or a willingness to learn. More information on Welsh Language Levels can be found at: To promote a flexible workforce, the University will consider individuals seeking full time, part time, job share, or term time only working arrangements. Benefits Flexible working policy Hybrid Working 36.5 - hour week for full-time roles Generous leave entitlements - 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays and university closed days Commitment to Professional Development Enhanced contribution to our workplace pension schemes Staff recognition and reward schemes Opportunity to learn the Welsh language for free Staff relocation bursary Maternity, Paternity, Parental and Adoption Leave Staff discount for gym facilities, hospitality, and retail on campus. Please keep reading Aberystwyth University generally supports hybrid working, allowing a mix of office-based and remote working for suitable roles to enhance flexibility and productivity. Job descriptions typically detail a primary work location alongside opportunities for flexible, remote, or home-based work, subject to service needs and manager approval. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and communities and, those that are currently underrepresented in our workforce. This includes but is not limited to Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic candidates, candidates with disabilities, and female candidates. We are a Bilingual Institution which complies with the Welsh Language Standards and is committed to Equal Opportunities. You are welcome to apply for any vacancy in Welsh or English and any application submitted will be treated equally. Employment Visa We welcome international applicants who are eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker Route. Under the points-based system, this role meets the criteria to be sponsored by AU for an SWR application. Please be advised that AU will only support the Certificate of Sponsorship for any employment visas and will not support the payment of the employment visa for the offered candidate and/or dependants. Any prospective candidates coming to work for AU under the SWR will require a minimum of 70 points, made up of the following: Skilled Worker Route Points-Based System Points Meets (Yes / No) Mandatory / Non-tradeable Criteria (50 points) - A job offer from a UK licensed sponsor - 20 points - Yes Job is above the minimum sponsorable skill level - 20 points - Yes Appointed candidate to have appropriate knowledge of the English language - 10 points - Yes Total = 50 points Tradeable Criteria (dependent on candidate appointed) Salary meets minimum threshold - 20 points The candidate holds a PhD in a subject relevant to the job - 10 points The candidate holds a PhD in a STEM subject relevant to the job - 20 points The advertised role is on the UK Shortage Occupation List (SOL) - 20 points A national of a majority English speaking country Having an academic degree taught in English (if an overseas degree, must be verified by NARIC) Completing and passing an English language test at Level B1 or above. 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About Zip Zip is the AI platform for enterprise procurement - built for humans and agents working together. By orchestrating procurement across teams, tools, and suppliers with the help of AI agents, companies can secure the resources they need to innovate faster than ever before. The world's most influential enterprises trust Zip, including T-Mobile, OpenAI, AMD, Mars, Dollar Tree, and more. Together they've saved over $8 billion and processed over $500 billion in spend. Zip's team includes product leaders from Apple, Airbnb, and Meta, as well as former procurement leaders from United Health, Sanofi, MGM Resorts, Discover, and NASA. Backed by Adams Street, Alkeon, BOND, CRV, DST, Tiger Global, and Y Combinator, Zip has raised $371 million, most recently at a $2.2 billion valuation and has been recognized by Forbes Fintech 50, Fast Company's Most Innovative Companies, Inc. Best in Business, and LinkedIn Top Startups. Your Role This is a founding role. You will be the first Enterprise Architect on the ground in EMEA, standing up the function end-to-end: the playbooks, the reference architectures, the technical discovery motion, and the deal patterns that every future EA will inherit. You'll personally engage on our most strategic pursuits across the business - Fortune 500 and FTSE 100 prospects with SAP-dominant landscapes, complex multi-entity structures, and e-invoicing mandates that don't exist in other regions. You'll work directly with the Global SE leader and partner with Sales, Solution Engineering, Product, and Customer Success leaders. What you build here will shape how Zip sells and delivers across Europe for years. Please note this is a hybrid role out of our London office. What you'll do Win the deals that define the region: Act as the senior technical voice on strategic pursuits - leading discovery with customer CTOs, CIOs, and Chief Procurement Officers, and closing the architectural gap between their landscape and Zip. Build the EA function from zero to one: Create the foundational assets - customer system landscape templates, reference architectures, integration capability matrices, security & compliance packets, objection response libraries - and set the bar for how EA shows up in deals. Own the system integration narrative: Lead the technical story on how Zip integrates with SAP (ECC, S/4HANA, Ariba), Oracle, Workday, Netsuite, Coupa, and adjacent systems. You are responsible for translating the customer landscapes into credible integration plans using our proprietary middleware. Navigate EMEA-specific complexity: Guide customers through e-invoicing mandates (Peppol, France Chorus Pro, Italy SDI, Germany's B2B mandate), GDPR, DORA, and multi-entity/multi-currency rollouts. Bridge GTM and Product: Translate customer requirements into clear product inputs. Influence roadmap prioritization with evidence, not opinion. Enable the field: Coach Solution Engineers and Account Executives on technical positioning, objection handling, and executive-level architectural conversations. Qualifications 15+ years in solution architecture, enterprise architecture, pre-sales engineering, or product roles at B2B SaaS, iPaaS, or ERP / system-of-record vendors. Deep domain knowledge: Knowledgeable about the full intake-to-pay lifecycle and how data moves between systems Strong command of the ERP ecosystem: You understand APIs, data models, and integration patterns across SAP(Ariba, S/4HANA, ECC), Oracle, Workday, Coupa, Ivalua, Jaggaer, and others. Hands on fluency with integration architecture and middleware: iPaaS (MuleSoft, Boomi, Workato), REST APIs, event driven patterns, ETL. Proven success selling into or implementing at Fortune 500 / FTSE 100 customers across multiple EMEA geographies. TOGAF/Zachman/IBM Certified along with EA. Track record of owning RFPs, security reviews, and PoCs at enterprise scale. Comfort operating as the senior technical voice in a room with CIOs, CFOs, and CPOs. Nice to have Experience standing up a function, team, or regional practice from the ground up. Working knowledge of EMEA e invoicing mandates and regulatory regimes (GDPR, DORA) Experience at a category defining, high growth SaaS company or Big 4 Consulting Experience. Multilingual - French, German, or Spanish a plus. Perks & Benefits At Zip, we're committed to providing our employees with everything they need to do their best work. Start up equity Health, vision & dental coverage Catered lunches & dinners for in office employees Commuter benefit Team building events & happy hours Unlimited PTO Apple equipment plus home office stipend 5% Employer Pension Contribution Travel This role requires approximately 30% travel across EMEA to meet with strategic prospects, customers, and partners, and to join key industry events. We're looking to hire Zippers and that means hiring people who take ownership, communicate openly, have an underdog mindset, and are excited to increase the pace of innovation for every business in the world. We encourage all candidates to apply even if your experience doesn't exactly match up to our job description. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workspace where everyone (regardless of age, religion, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, and more) feels like they belong. We look forward to hearing from you!
Aug 24, 2026
Full time
About Zip Zip is the AI platform for enterprise procurement - built for humans and agents working together. By orchestrating procurement across teams, tools, and suppliers with the help of AI agents, companies can secure the resources they need to innovate faster than ever before. The world's most influential enterprises trust Zip, including T-Mobile, OpenAI, AMD, Mars, Dollar Tree, and more. Together they've saved over $8 billion and processed over $500 billion in spend. Zip's team includes product leaders from Apple, Airbnb, and Meta, as well as former procurement leaders from United Health, Sanofi, MGM Resorts, Discover, and NASA. Backed by Adams Street, Alkeon, BOND, CRV, DST, Tiger Global, and Y Combinator, Zip has raised $371 million, most recently at a $2.2 billion valuation and has been recognized by Forbes Fintech 50, Fast Company's Most Innovative Companies, Inc. Best in Business, and LinkedIn Top Startups. Your Role This is a founding role. You will be the first Enterprise Architect on the ground in EMEA, standing up the function end-to-end: the playbooks, the reference architectures, the technical discovery motion, and the deal patterns that every future EA will inherit. You'll personally engage on our most strategic pursuits across the business - Fortune 500 and FTSE 100 prospects with SAP-dominant landscapes, complex multi-entity structures, and e-invoicing mandates that don't exist in other regions. You'll work directly with the Global SE leader and partner with Sales, Solution Engineering, Product, and Customer Success leaders. What you build here will shape how Zip sells and delivers across Europe for years. Please note this is a hybrid role out of our London office. What you'll do Win the deals that define the region: Act as the senior technical voice on strategic pursuits - leading discovery with customer CTOs, CIOs, and Chief Procurement Officers, and closing the architectural gap between their landscape and Zip. Build the EA function from zero to one: Create the foundational assets - customer system landscape templates, reference architectures, integration capability matrices, security & compliance packets, objection response libraries - and set the bar for how EA shows up in deals. Own the system integration narrative: Lead the technical story on how Zip integrates with SAP (ECC, S/4HANA, Ariba), Oracle, Workday, Netsuite, Coupa, and adjacent systems. You are responsible for translating the customer landscapes into credible integration plans using our proprietary middleware. Navigate EMEA-specific complexity: Guide customers through e-invoicing mandates (Peppol, France Chorus Pro, Italy SDI, Germany's B2B mandate), GDPR, DORA, and multi-entity/multi-currency rollouts. Bridge GTM and Product: Translate customer requirements into clear product inputs. Influence roadmap prioritization with evidence, not opinion. Enable the field: Coach Solution Engineers and Account Executives on technical positioning, objection handling, and executive-level architectural conversations. Qualifications 15+ years in solution architecture, enterprise architecture, pre-sales engineering, or product roles at B2B SaaS, iPaaS, or ERP / system-of-record vendors. Deep domain knowledge: Knowledgeable about the full intake-to-pay lifecycle and how data moves between systems Strong command of the ERP ecosystem: You understand APIs, data models, and integration patterns across SAP(Ariba, S/4HANA, ECC), Oracle, Workday, Coupa, Ivalua, Jaggaer, and others. Hands on fluency with integration architecture and middleware: iPaaS (MuleSoft, Boomi, Workato), REST APIs, event driven patterns, ETL. Proven success selling into or implementing at Fortune 500 / FTSE 100 customers across multiple EMEA geographies. TOGAF/Zachman/IBM Certified along with EA. Track record of owning RFPs, security reviews, and PoCs at enterprise scale. Comfort operating as the senior technical voice in a room with CIOs, CFOs, and CPOs. Nice to have Experience standing up a function, team, or regional practice from the ground up. Working knowledge of EMEA e invoicing mandates and regulatory regimes (GDPR, DORA) Experience at a category defining, high growth SaaS company or Big 4 Consulting Experience. Multilingual - French, German, or Spanish a plus. Perks & Benefits At Zip, we're committed to providing our employees with everything they need to do their best work. Start up equity Health, vision & dental coverage Catered lunches & dinners for in office employees Commuter benefit Team building events & happy hours Unlimited PTO Apple equipment plus home office stipend 5% Employer Pension Contribution Travel This role requires approximately 30% travel across EMEA to meet with strategic prospects, customers, and partners, and to join key industry events. We're looking to hire Zippers and that means hiring people who take ownership, communicate openly, have an underdog mindset, and are excited to increase the pace of innovation for every business in the world. We encourage all candidates to apply even if your experience doesn't exactly match up to our job description. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workspace where everyone (regardless of age, religion, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, and more) feels like they belong. We look forward to hearing from you!
245 Hammersmith (95989), United Kingdom, London, Lead Counsel for EMEA - Network Deals & Products (Discover Global Payment Network) Job Title: Lead Counsel for EMEA - Network Deals & Products (Discover Global Payment Network)- Senior Manager Location: London (Hammersmith) - Hybrid Working Pattern: 3 days in-office (Tuesday-Thursday) and 2 days remote. Our Mission We're on a mission to be a force for good in lending. Throughout our almost 30-year history, we've consistently been recognised as a great place to work; in 2026, Capital One was officially ranked 9th in the UK's Best Workplaces Hear from our team about what it's like working at Capital One UK. About the Role The Capital One Legal Department is seeking an experienced and collaborative corporate trained deal / product attorney to join our Global Payment Network Legal team, to lead our legal strategy and business growth across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa (EMEA). You won't just be giving advice, you will be a critical strategic partner embedded directly within the business. The successful candidate will be a valued member of a truly global team, providing legal and commercial guidance to the Global Payments Network, to support the business in navigating our growth agenda. They will leverage their outstanding legal and communication skills, and bring an ability to anticipate and deliver on the needs of an innovative, sophisticated, and fast-paced business while simultaneously managing a wide range of transactions and projects. As a key strategic partner embedded within the business, you will negotiate commercial agreements, help identify risks, and solve problems alongside a team of world-class professionals. You will find that the Legal Department is not a "check the box" function but instead, an important voice and strategic partner in all aspects of the business. What you'll do Serve as lead counsel to help drive international expansion for our Global Payments Network by providing strategic and actionable legal and commercial advice and expertise. Own our EMEA legal and commercial contracting strategy, and delivery roadmap for the Global Payments Network. Provide cross-functional assistance by partnering closely with Risk and Compliance officers to ensure comprehensive support. Provide thought and strategic leadership on relevant legal and commercial considerations for EMEA. Engage and oversee outside legal counsel as needed in an effective and efficient manner. Stay abreast of external legal and regulatory developments and expectations that could impact the environment in which Capital One operates, understanding its impact on Capital One's inherent compliance risk. Stand up and refine processes that make legal workflows dramatically more efficient and user-friendly for our business partners. What you'll bring Qualified solicitor with 6+ years of post-qualification experience. Prior experience negotiating, drafting, and guiding implementation of commercial agreements strongly preferred. Experience working within a financial services environment. Strong business judgment and analytical skills Excellent communication skills, with an ability to clearly communicate legal and commercial terms, business strategy, and compliance risk to stakeholders at all levels across the business and to external stakeholders. A willingness and ability to influence and effectively challenge stakeholders with credibility at all levels of business, as well as external stakeholders. Being comfortable balancing trade-offs between risk and returns in order to achieve our business objectives and to support us in effectively managing all compliance legal risks associated with the Capital One. An ability to understand complex topics quickly with depth that allows for the delivery and actionable insights. An ability to build and leverage relevant networks inside and outside the organisation Where and how you'll work This is a permanent position based in our London (Hammersmith) office. We embrace a hybrid approach to work. You'll spend three days a week in the office (Tuesday-Thursday), with Monday and Friday being dedicated work-from-home days. Our offices are designed to inspire and support you. What's in it for you We invest in the growth of our people alongside our business. You will have extensive opportunities to learn and develop your career, including access to up to £5,000 in funding for external qualifications. In addition to career development, our comprehensive benefits package is designed to grow with you, ensuring your wellbeing is prioritised at every stage of your career: Wealth & Future: Competitive pension and performance-based bonus schemes Holidays: Start with 25 days of annual leave, increasing with tenure. Need more? You have the option to buy 5 additional days. Health: Access premium care through our private medical insurance. Family Support: We champion your milestones with enhanced parental leave. A full list of our benefits is available here. What you should know about how we recruit We pride ourselves on hiring the best people, not the same people. Building diverse and inclusive teams is the right thing to do and the smart thing to do. We want to work with top talent: whoever you are, whatever you look like, wherever you come from. We know it's about what you do, not just what you say. That's why we make our recruitment process fair and accessible. We value diversity, inclusion and belonging at our core. We empower our associates to do great work by creating an inclusive culture-one that values diverse perspectives, fosters collaboration and encourages innovative ideas-and a place where associates of all backgrounds can thrive by bringing their most authentic selves to work. We call this our Culture of Belonging, and it rests at the heart of our business. Our associate-led Business Resource Groups were created to help support our diverse population and include over 10 groups across our offices. Because each Business Resource Group is as unique as the population it serves, they offer a range of activities, networking opportunities, special events and learning programmes to associates. Capital One is committed to diversity in the workplace. If you require a reasonable adjustment, please contact All information will be kept confidential and will only be used for the purpose of applying a reasonable adjustment. Who We Are At Capital One, we're building a leading information-based technology company. Still founder-led by Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Richard Fairbank, Capital One is on a mission to help our customers succeed by bringing ingenuity, simplicity, and humanity to banking. We measure our efforts by the success our customers enjoy and the advocacy they exhibit. We are succeeding because they are succeeding. Guided by our shared values, we thrive in an environment where collaboration and openness are valued. We believe that innovation is powered by perspective and that teamwork and respect for each other lead to superior results. We elevate each other and obsess about doing the right thing. Our associates serve with humility and a deep respect for their responsibility in helping our customers achieve their goals and realize their dreams. Together, we are on a quest to change banking for good.
Aug 23, 2026
Full time
245 Hammersmith (95989), United Kingdom, London, Lead Counsel for EMEA - Network Deals & Products (Discover Global Payment Network) Job Title: Lead Counsel for EMEA - Network Deals & Products (Discover Global Payment Network)- Senior Manager Location: London (Hammersmith) - Hybrid Working Pattern: 3 days in-office (Tuesday-Thursday) and 2 days remote. Our Mission We're on a mission to be a force for good in lending. Throughout our almost 30-year history, we've consistently been recognised as a great place to work; in 2026, Capital One was officially ranked 9th in the UK's Best Workplaces Hear from our team about what it's like working at Capital One UK. About the Role The Capital One Legal Department is seeking an experienced and collaborative corporate trained deal / product attorney to join our Global Payment Network Legal team, to lead our legal strategy and business growth across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa (EMEA). You won't just be giving advice, you will be a critical strategic partner embedded directly within the business. The successful candidate will be a valued member of a truly global team, providing legal and commercial guidance to the Global Payments Network, to support the business in navigating our growth agenda. They will leverage their outstanding legal and communication skills, and bring an ability to anticipate and deliver on the needs of an innovative, sophisticated, and fast-paced business while simultaneously managing a wide range of transactions and projects. As a key strategic partner embedded within the business, you will negotiate commercial agreements, help identify risks, and solve problems alongside a team of world-class professionals. You will find that the Legal Department is not a "check the box" function but instead, an important voice and strategic partner in all aspects of the business. What you'll do Serve as lead counsel to help drive international expansion for our Global Payments Network by providing strategic and actionable legal and commercial advice and expertise. Own our EMEA legal and commercial contracting strategy, and delivery roadmap for the Global Payments Network. Provide cross-functional assistance by partnering closely with Risk and Compliance officers to ensure comprehensive support. Provide thought and strategic leadership on relevant legal and commercial considerations for EMEA. Engage and oversee outside legal counsel as needed in an effective and efficient manner. Stay abreast of external legal and regulatory developments and expectations that could impact the environment in which Capital One operates, understanding its impact on Capital One's inherent compliance risk. Stand up and refine processes that make legal workflows dramatically more efficient and user-friendly for our business partners. What you'll bring Qualified solicitor with 6+ years of post-qualification experience. Prior experience negotiating, drafting, and guiding implementation of commercial agreements strongly preferred. Experience working within a financial services environment. Strong business judgment and analytical skills Excellent communication skills, with an ability to clearly communicate legal and commercial terms, business strategy, and compliance risk to stakeholders at all levels across the business and to external stakeholders. A willingness and ability to influence and effectively challenge stakeholders with credibility at all levels of business, as well as external stakeholders. Being comfortable balancing trade-offs between risk and returns in order to achieve our business objectives and to support us in effectively managing all compliance legal risks associated with the Capital One. An ability to understand complex topics quickly with depth that allows for the delivery and actionable insights. An ability to build and leverage relevant networks inside and outside the organisation Where and how you'll work This is a permanent position based in our London (Hammersmith) office. We embrace a hybrid approach to work. You'll spend three days a week in the office (Tuesday-Thursday), with Monday and Friday being dedicated work-from-home days. Our offices are designed to inspire and support you. What's in it for you We invest in the growth of our people alongside our business. You will have extensive opportunities to learn and develop your career, including access to up to £5,000 in funding for external qualifications. In addition to career development, our comprehensive benefits package is designed to grow with you, ensuring your wellbeing is prioritised at every stage of your career: Wealth & Future: Competitive pension and performance-based bonus schemes Holidays: Start with 25 days of annual leave, increasing with tenure. Need more? You have the option to buy 5 additional days. Health: Access premium care through our private medical insurance. Family Support: We champion your milestones with enhanced parental leave. A full list of our benefits is available here. What you should know about how we recruit We pride ourselves on hiring the best people, not the same people. Building diverse and inclusive teams is the right thing to do and the smart thing to do. We want to work with top talent: whoever you are, whatever you look like, wherever you come from. We know it's about what you do, not just what you say. That's why we make our recruitment process fair and accessible. We value diversity, inclusion and belonging at our core. We empower our associates to do great work by creating an inclusive culture-one that values diverse perspectives, fosters collaboration and encourages innovative ideas-and a place where associates of all backgrounds can thrive by bringing their most authentic selves to work. We call this our Culture of Belonging, and it rests at the heart of our business. Our associate-led Business Resource Groups were created to help support our diverse population and include over 10 groups across our offices. Because each Business Resource Group is as unique as the population it serves, they offer a range of activities, networking opportunities, special events and learning programmes to associates. Capital One is committed to diversity in the workplace. If you require a reasonable adjustment, please contact All information will be kept confidential and will only be used for the purpose of applying a reasonable adjustment. Who We Are At Capital One, we're building a leading information-based technology company. Still founder-led by Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Richard Fairbank, Capital One is on a mission to help our customers succeed by bringing ingenuity, simplicity, and humanity to banking. We measure our efforts by the success our customers enjoy and the advocacy they exhibit. We are succeeding because they are succeeding. Guided by our shared values, we thrive in an environment where collaboration and openness are valued. We believe that innovation is powered by perspective and that teamwork and respect for each other lead to superior results. We elevate each other and obsess about doing the right thing. Our associates serve with humility and a deep respect for their responsibility in helping our customers achieve their goals and realize their dreams. Together, we are on a quest to change banking for good.
Cloudflare London is seeking an Associate General Counsel, Privacy Compliance to lead privacy and AI regulatory programs across the EMEA region. You will partner with product, security, and legal teams to ensure data protection by design and compliance with evolving laws. This role reports to the Chief Privacy Officer and offers a hybrid work model in London. The ideal candidate has 10+ years of privacy experience, strong UK/EU regulatory knowledge, and a proactive, collaborative approach to
Aug 23, 2026
Full time
Cloudflare London is seeking an Associate General Counsel, Privacy Compliance to lead privacy and AI regulatory programs across the EMEA region. You will partner with product, security, and legal teams to ensure data protection by design and compliance with evolving laws. This role reports to the Chief Privacy Officer and offers a hybrid work model in London. The ideal candidate has 10+ years of privacy experience, strong UK/EU regulatory knowledge, and a proactive, collaborative approach to
THE COMPANY: We have been instructed by an international law firm in their search for a Head of Business Acceptance. The purpose of the role is to lead and manage the Business Acceptance team and related functions, in addition to playing a substantive role in leading and developing the Firm's compliance management processes. THE RESPONSIBILITIES: Lead the Business Acceptance team to ensure a high level of professional expertise and service is provided to all internal clients in all offices. Manage, mentor, support and develop team members. Act as a point of escalation on complex regulatory conflict of interest queries and assist the Firm's Conflicts Committee in resolving commercial conflict queries. Advise on the implementation of information barriers, including the creation of insider lists in accordance with Market Abuse Regulation guidelines. Deep knowledge and understanding of current AML related guidance, consultations and best practice, including that issued by the SRA, the Law Society, the Financial Action Task Force and updates in relevant jurisdictions. Work with subject matter specialists, the MLRO, and the MLCO in relation to (i) ongoing reviews of the Firm's AML policies, controls and procedures (including, but not limited to, annual reviews of the AML Policy and Practice Wide Risk Assessment), and (ii) ensuring that the Firm's AML policies, controls and processes are independently audited on a regular basis and that all relevant staff are appropriately screened and trained in respect of their obligations. Understand and proactively advise the business, alongside subject experts as appropriate in relation to obligations under the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act (ECCTA) alongside the ML regulations. Liaise closely with Risk Partners and Money Laundering Reporting Officers across the network to ensure that local regulations are appropriately reflected in the Firm's policies, controls and processes and to ensure that annual AML filings are undertaken Work with the Money Laundering Reporting Officer on drafting and submitting Suspicious Activities Reports. Lead the development and implementation of upgrades relating to the Firm's business intake software (Intapp Open and Intapp Walls). Proactively consider the impact of potential legal and regulatory changes and advancements to ensure that the Firm is able effectively to respond to such changes. This will inevitably involve "horizon scanning" for process improvement opportunities. Work alongside subject matter specialists (both fee earners and colleagues in the Legal and Regulatory Risk and Business Acceptance teams) to ensure compliance with applicable sanctions legislation when considering conflicts and AML issues. Oversee the business acceptance global training programme, which covers both new joiner training and ongoing periodic training to all people in the business. This is delivered both online (via training modules from external vendors) and in-person. Work closely with the Firm's COFA to ensure the effective management of third-party payment risks and compliance with finance-related legislation, including the Solicitors Accounts Rules and the UK Mandatory Disclosure Rules. EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: Proven extensive experience in Business Acceptance is essential, either leading a team or at a senior level. Prior experience in an international law firm or other similar professional services businesses is highly desirable. A legal qualification or established experience of working in commercial law are preferable but not essential. Undergraduate degree or equivalent experience is required. Detailed knowledge of the current requirements of UK AML legislation and the SRA Standards and Regulations is essential; experience of working with similar regulatory requirements in other jurisdictions is highly desirable, including practical application of those requirements. A problem solver who is able to assess complex, and sometimes competing, objectives with a view to achieving a resolution that is centred on what is in the best interests of the Firm as a whole.
Aug 23, 2026
Full time
THE COMPANY: We have been instructed by an international law firm in their search for a Head of Business Acceptance. The purpose of the role is to lead and manage the Business Acceptance team and related functions, in addition to playing a substantive role in leading and developing the Firm's compliance management processes. THE RESPONSIBILITIES: Lead the Business Acceptance team to ensure a high level of professional expertise and service is provided to all internal clients in all offices. Manage, mentor, support and develop team members. Act as a point of escalation on complex regulatory conflict of interest queries and assist the Firm's Conflicts Committee in resolving commercial conflict queries. Advise on the implementation of information barriers, including the creation of insider lists in accordance with Market Abuse Regulation guidelines. Deep knowledge and understanding of current AML related guidance, consultations and best practice, including that issued by the SRA, the Law Society, the Financial Action Task Force and updates in relevant jurisdictions. Work with subject matter specialists, the MLRO, and the MLCO in relation to (i) ongoing reviews of the Firm's AML policies, controls and procedures (including, but not limited to, annual reviews of the AML Policy and Practice Wide Risk Assessment), and (ii) ensuring that the Firm's AML policies, controls and processes are independently audited on a regular basis and that all relevant staff are appropriately screened and trained in respect of their obligations. Understand and proactively advise the business, alongside subject experts as appropriate in relation to obligations under the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act (ECCTA) alongside the ML regulations. Liaise closely with Risk Partners and Money Laundering Reporting Officers across the network to ensure that local regulations are appropriately reflected in the Firm's policies, controls and processes and to ensure that annual AML filings are undertaken Work with the Money Laundering Reporting Officer on drafting and submitting Suspicious Activities Reports. Lead the development and implementation of upgrades relating to the Firm's business intake software (Intapp Open and Intapp Walls). Proactively consider the impact of potential legal and regulatory changes and advancements to ensure that the Firm is able effectively to respond to such changes. This will inevitably involve "horizon scanning" for process improvement opportunities. Work alongside subject matter specialists (both fee earners and colleagues in the Legal and Regulatory Risk and Business Acceptance teams) to ensure compliance with applicable sanctions legislation when considering conflicts and AML issues. Oversee the business acceptance global training programme, which covers both new joiner training and ongoing periodic training to all people in the business. This is delivered both online (via training modules from external vendors) and in-person. Work closely with the Firm's COFA to ensure the effective management of third-party payment risks and compliance with finance-related legislation, including the Solicitors Accounts Rules and the UK Mandatory Disclosure Rules. EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: Proven extensive experience in Business Acceptance is essential, either leading a team or at a senior level. Prior experience in an international law firm or other similar professional services businesses is highly desirable. A legal qualification or established experience of working in commercial law are preferable but not essential. Undergraduate degree or equivalent experience is required. Detailed knowledge of the current requirements of UK AML legislation and the SRA Standards and Regulations is essential; experience of working with similar regulatory requirements in other jurisdictions is highly desirable, including practical application of those requirements. A problem solver who is able to assess complex, and sometimes competing, objectives with a view to achieving a resolution that is centred on what is in the best interests of the Firm as a whole.
Senior Parking Officer - to be responsible to the Team Leader To Lead on and undertake a range of senior administrative tasks, working efficiently and effectively and to deadlines set. To provide supervisory support when necessary/required and carry out duties outlined below. Main Duties: Assist in the management of the section, supervising and training temporary and fixed term staff as allocated. Deputise for the manager as required for periods of leave and absences. Recover, receive and record income for on and off-street parking notices/ offences and for permits/passes Programme and issue parking passes, permits and vouchers and arrange recovery of income from internal departments, liaising with wide range of staff at all levels. Comply and ensure compliance with the directorate financial procedures are adhered to. Maintain all files and records, manual or digital, relating to own work area accurately. To set up e-filling systems as required and to share information accordingly. To lead on established administrative procedures and assist in the development of new procedures, manuals and process guides as required. To visit on and off-street parking facilities to carry out audit checks and inspections.
Aug 23, 2026
Contractor
Senior Parking Officer - to be responsible to the Team Leader To Lead on and undertake a range of senior administrative tasks, working efficiently and effectively and to deadlines set. To provide supervisory support when necessary/required and carry out duties outlined below. Main Duties: Assist in the management of the section, supervising and training temporary and fixed term staff as allocated. Deputise for the manager as required for periods of leave and absences. Recover, receive and record income for on and off-street parking notices/ offences and for permits/passes Programme and issue parking passes, permits and vouchers and arrange recovery of income from internal departments, liaising with wide range of staff at all levels. Comply and ensure compliance with the directorate financial procedures are adhered to. Maintain all files and records, manual or digital, relating to own work area accurately. To set up e-filling systems as required and to share information accordingly. To lead on established administrative procedures and assist in the development of new procedures, manuals and process guides as required. To visit on and off-street parking facilities to carry out audit checks and inspections.
Director Bermuda Risk ManagementApplylocations: Hamilton, Bermudatime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 2 Days Agojob requisition id: R254789We are driven to do more. More for our customers and the financial professionals who offer our products. If you are driven to do more and love the challenge of pursuing more, Athene is your kind of company. You will find we offer more than the basics to create an inclusive and dynamic work environment at our various locations. Purpose: Reporting to the VP & Deputy Chief Risk Officer, Bermuda, this role offers the opportunity to shape risk governance in a dynamic, growing business. Working directly with the Chief Risk Officer and engaging regularly with the Board and senior stakeholders across Risk, Finance, Actuarial, Legal, Investments, and Product, the successful candidate will operate as an independent risk voice-translating complex actuarial, capital, liquidity, and investment considerations into decision-useful insight and influencing strategic and tactical decisions across the business. Accountabilities: Develop and continuously enhance the Bermuda Risk framework, including the Commercial Insurer's Solvency Self-Assessment (CISSA), Scenario-Based Approach (SBA) governance, Economic Balance Sheet (EBS) risk considerations. Provide senior-level oversight to ensure model integrity, accuracy, transparency, and compliance with relevant regulatory requirements and internal standards. Collaborate with cross-functional leaders to evaluate and critique assumptions, methodologies and modeling approaches across ALM, valuation, pricing, capital and stress testing Develop and deliver meeting materials for the SBA Committee, Board of Directors, senior executives, executive committees, and regulatory bodies as required. Carry out risk assessments for new reinsurance transactions and material business initiatives against risk appetite, capital requirements, and regulatory standards and provide risk recommendations. Serve as a subject matter expert and strategic advisor on Bermuda regulatory frameworks, internal risk policies, model governance, and capital implications, including matters requiring Bermuda Monetary Authority (BMA) engagement or Board-level oversight. Operate as a key independent voice within the risk function, influencing strategic and tactical decision-making across actuarial, capital, product, investment, liquidity, derivatives, legal, compliance, and business disciplines. Provide leadership and direction to cross-functional contributors and, lead, develop and guide team members as required-fostering accountability, clear ownership, strong judgment, and a proactive Bermuda risk culture. Qualifications and Experience: Bachelor's degree in mathematics or any quantitative field A Fellow of a widely recognized actuarial body with FSA or FIA preferred 7+ years' experience working in the life insurance industry, preferably in annuities Proficient in the MS Office suite and at least one programming language Strong attention to detail and ability to prioritize and manage several projects Proven ability to exercise independent judgment and drive initiatives to completion with little direction Comfortable operating in a flat, fast-paced organization and engaging credibly with senior management, executive committees, and regulators Ability to see the big picture, understand broad corporate impacts, and focus on company objectives. Excellent oral and written communication skillsDrive. Discipline. Confidence. Focus. Commitment. Learn more about working at Athene.Athene is a Military Friendly Employer! Learn more about how we support our Veterans.Athene is committed to inclusion and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.
Aug 23, 2026
Full time
Director Bermuda Risk ManagementApplylocations: Hamilton, Bermudatime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 2 Days Agojob requisition id: R254789We are driven to do more. More for our customers and the financial professionals who offer our products. If you are driven to do more and love the challenge of pursuing more, Athene is your kind of company. You will find we offer more than the basics to create an inclusive and dynamic work environment at our various locations. Purpose: Reporting to the VP & Deputy Chief Risk Officer, Bermuda, this role offers the opportunity to shape risk governance in a dynamic, growing business. Working directly with the Chief Risk Officer and engaging regularly with the Board and senior stakeholders across Risk, Finance, Actuarial, Legal, Investments, and Product, the successful candidate will operate as an independent risk voice-translating complex actuarial, capital, liquidity, and investment considerations into decision-useful insight and influencing strategic and tactical decisions across the business. Accountabilities: Develop and continuously enhance the Bermuda Risk framework, including the Commercial Insurer's Solvency Self-Assessment (CISSA), Scenario-Based Approach (SBA) governance, Economic Balance Sheet (EBS) risk considerations. Provide senior-level oversight to ensure model integrity, accuracy, transparency, and compliance with relevant regulatory requirements and internal standards. Collaborate with cross-functional leaders to evaluate and critique assumptions, methodologies and modeling approaches across ALM, valuation, pricing, capital and stress testing Develop and deliver meeting materials for the SBA Committee, Board of Directors, senior executives, executive committees, and regulatory bodies as required. Carry out risk assessments for new reinsurance transactions and material business initiatives against risk appetite, capital requirements, and regulatory standards and provide risk recommendations. Serve as a subject matter expert and strategic advisor on Bermuda regulatory frameworks, internal risk policies, model governance, and capital implications, including matters requiring Bermuda Monetary Authority (BMA) engagement or Board-level oversight. Operate as a key independent voice within the risk function, influencing strategic and tactical decision-making across actuarial, capital, product, investment, liquidity, derivatives, legal, compliance, and business disciplines. Provide leadership and direction to cross-functional contributors and, lead, develop and guide team members as required-fostering accountability, clear ownership, strong judgment, and a proactive Bermuda risk culture. Qualifications and Experience: Bachelor's degree in mathematics or any quantitative field A Fellow of a widely recognized actuarial body with FSA or FIA preferred 7+ years' experience working in the life insurance industry, preferably in annuities Proficient in the MS Office suite and at least one programming language Strong attention to detail and ability to prioritize and manage several projects Proven ability to exercise independent judgment and drive initiatives to completion with little direction Comfortable operating in a flat, fast-paced organization and engaging credibly with senior management, executive committees, and regulators Ability to see the big picture, understand broad corporate impacts, and focus on company objectives. Excellent oral and written communication skillsDrive. Discipline. Confidence. Focus. Commitment. Learn more about working at Athene.Athene is a Military Friendly Employer! Learn more about how we support our Veterans.Athene is committed to inclusion and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.
We don't just believe in better. We make it happen. Better content. Better products. And better careers. Working in Tech, Product or Data at Sky is about building the next and the new. From broadband to broadcast, streaming to mobile, Sky Stream to Sky Glass, we never stand still. We optimise and innovate. We turn big ideas into the products, content and services millions of people love. And we do it all right here at Sky. Team Overview: Sky Data are responsible for a variety of enterprise technologies and people that are integral to Sky's Information Systems. We lead the way in many areas of technology, from delivering daily business critical corporate reports, to providing an elite data science and analytics platform for hundreds of users providing key insights on Sky's customers, products and viewing content. Delivering solutions for new products and initiatives is what we do, every single day. We then support these solutions for their lifetime in Sky, to an impeccably high standard 24 hours a day 365 days of the year. As an IT Audit Manager, you would be joining a dynamic, highly motivated technology team. What you'll do: Manage all Internal and External audit work performed across Sky Data ensuring that all queries raised are addressed and evidence requested is provided in a timely manner Track all audit findings raised and ensure that updates and evidence is provided to the relevant auditors until the findings have been closed Carry out control activity on a weekly basis and raising any issues required as a result of this work Conduct assurance review work independently to standards within Sky Advise on the implementation of appropriate IT General Controls across Sky Data Advise on appropriate controls to be implemented for key spreadsheets used across Sky Data Advise on appropriate controls to be implemented to satisfy IPE requirements Identify risks across Sky Data and advise on the appropriate risk management measures that should be implemented Lead functional teams or projects and provide guidance to resolve data assurance issues as required What you'll bring: Experience in IT Audits - Extensive experience in managing IT Audits, technology and operational Risks, Controls, and Technology Assurance activities; including a proven track record of designing, implementing, testing and monitoring control environments and driving practical improvements / mitigation strategies. Technical Expertise - Relevant Audit or Assurance qualification (e.g. CISA, ACA). Working knowledge of Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX), Senior Accounting Officer (SAO), Payment Card Industry (PCI), data & information governance, and awareness of relevant UK / EU regulatory and compliance requirements Project management - Ability to manage audits or process improvements end-to-end, proactively identifying control weaknesses or risks along the way and embedding lessons learned into future workstreams. Independent Operator - Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving skills, combined with the ability to exercise sound professional judgement in a fast-paced environment. Proven ability to prioritise workloads, manage competing deadlines, whilst maintaining high quality outputs and strong attention to detail. Relationship Builder - Excellent stakeholder management, influencing, negotiation and communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively at all levels of the organisation. Governance and Senior Reporting - Experience preparing clear, evidence-based updates for senior stakeholders or audit/risk meetings, with the ability to summarise complex issues, highlight key risks and clearly articulate ownership, progress, blockers and next steps. Team leadership - Experience managing, coaching and developing team members, with the ability to set direction, clarify priorities, review the quality of outputs and provide constructive feedback. Benefits and perks There's one thing people can't stop talking about when it comes to life at Sky: the perks . Here's a taster: Free Sky NOW package Pension package with up to 9% employer contribution Private healthcare with mental health support Aviva Digital GP and dental insurance Discounts on Sky products, including Sky Mobile, Sky Broadband, Sky Glass and Sky Protect Sharesave and Tech schemes A range of Sky VIP rewards and experiences How you'll work We've adopted a hybrid working approach to give more flexibility on where and how we work. The hybrid working expectations for this role are 2 days in the office per week. Your office base Osterley Our Sky Group HQ. Equipped with state-of-the-art technology and workspaces, there's plenty of space to see your big ideas come to life. Here you'll find 13 subsidised restaurants and cafes. You can re-energise at our gym, catch the latest films at our cinema, get your car washed and even get pampered at our beauty salon. Our Osterley Campus is just a 10-minute walk from Syon Lane train station, or you can get one of our free shuttle buses from Osterley, Gunnersbury and Ealing Broadway stations. Plus, there's free onsite parking available for cars, motorbikes and bicycles. Who we are We're Sky, a leading media and entertainment company who connect millions with entertainment, sports, news and arts through innovative products and services. Working with us means you'll be bringing the joy of a better experience to more people, every day. All so we can do better and deliver better for our customers, colleagues and society. We ' re an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We're a Disability Confident Accredited Employer, and welcome and encourage applications from all candidates. We will look to ensure a fair and consistent experience for all and will make reasonable adjustments to support you where appropriate . Please flag any adjustments you need as early as you can. Just so you know: if your application is successful, we'll ask you to complete a criminal record check. And depending on the role you have applied for and the nature of any convictions you may have, we might have to withdraw the offer. To be eligible for this role you are required to have the appropriate right to work in the UK. Please be aware Sky does not offer sponsorship for this position. To find out more about working with us, search on social media.
Aug 23, 2026
Full time
We don't just believe in better. We make it happen. Better content. Better products. And better careers. Working in Tech, Product or Data at Sky is about building the next and the new. From broadband to broadcast, streaming to mobile, Sky Stream to Sky Glass, we never stand still. We optimise and innovate. We turn big ideas into the products, content and services millions of people love. And we do it all right here at Sky. Team Overview: Sky Data are responsible for a variety of enterprise technologies and people that are integral to Sky's Information Systems. We lead the way in many areas of technology, from delivering daily business critical corporate reports, to providing an elite data science and analytics platform for hundreds of users providing key insights on Sky's customers, products and viewing content. Delivering solutions for new products and initiatives is what we do, every single day. We then support these solutions for their lifetime in Sky, to an impeccably high standard 24 hours a day 365 days of the year. As an IT Audit Manager, you would be joining a dynamic, highly motivated technology team. What you'll do: Manage all Internal and External audit work performed across Sky Data ensuring that all queries raised are addressed and evidence requested is provided in a timely manner Track all audit findings raised and ensure that updates and evidence is provided to the relevant auditors until the findings have been closed Carry out control activity on a weekly basis and raising any issues required as a result of this work Conduct assurance review work independently to standards within Sky Advise on the implementation of appropriate IT General Controls across Sky Data Advise on appropriate controls to be implemented for key spreadsheets used across Sky Data Advise on appropriate controls to be implemented to satisfy IPE requirements Identify risks across Sky Data and advise on the appropriate risk management measures that should be implemented Lead functional teams or projects and provide guidance to resolve data assurance issues as required What you'll bring: Experience in IT Audits - Extensive experience in managing IT Audits, technology and operational Risks, Controls, and Technology Assurance activities; including a proven track record of designing, implementing, testing and monitoring control environments and driving practical improvements / mitigation strategies. Technical Expertise - Relevant Audit or Assurance qualification (e.g. CISA, ACA). Working knowledge of Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX), Senior Accounting Officer (SAO), Payment Card Industry (PCI), data & information governance, and awareness of relevant UK / EU regulatory and compliance requirements Project management - Ability to manage audits or process improvements end-to-end, proactively identifying control weaknesses or risks along the way and embedding lessons learned into future workstreams. Independent Operator - Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving skills, combined with the ability to exercise sound professional judgement in a fast-paced environment. Proven ability to prioritise workloads, manage competing deadlines, whilst maintaining high quality outputs and strong attention to detail. Relationship Builder - Excellent stakeholder management, influencing, negotiation and communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively at all levels of the organisation. Governance and Senior Reporting - Experience preparing clear, evidence-based updates for senior stakeholders or audit/risk meetings, with the ability to summarise complex issues, highlight key risks and clearly articulate ownership, progress, blockers and next steps. Team leadership - Experience managing, coaching and developing team members, with the ability to set direction, clarify priorities, review the quality of outputs and provide constructive feedback. Benefits and perks There's one thing people can't stop talking about when it comes to life at Sky: the perks . Here's a taster: Free Sky NOW package Pension package with up to 9% employer contribution Private healthcare with mental health support Aviva Digital GP and dental insurance Discounts on Sky products, including Sky Mobile, Sky Broadband, Sky Glass and Sky Protect Sharesave and Tech schemes A range of Sky VIP rewards and experiences How you'll work We've adopted a hybrid working approach to give more flexibility on where and how we work. The hybrid working expectations for this role are 2 days in the office per week. Your office base Osterley Our Sky Group HQ. Equipped with state-of-the-art technology and workspaces, there's plenty of space to see your big ideas come to life. Here you'll find 13 subsidised restaurants and cafes. You can re-energise at our gym, catch the latest films at our cinema, get your car washed and even get pampered at our beauty salon. Our Osterley Campus is just a 10-minute walk from Syon Lane train station, or you can get one of our free shuttle buses from Osterley, Gunnersbury and Ealing Broadway stations. Plus, there's free onsite parking available for cars, motorbikes and bicycles. Who we are We're Sky, a leading media and entertainment company who connect millions with entertainment, sports, news and arts through innovative products and services. Working with us means you'll be bringing the joy of a better experience to more people, every day. All so we can do better and deliver better for our customers, colleagues and society. We ' re an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We're a Disability Confident Accredited Employer, and welcome and encourage applications from all candidates. We will look to ensure a fair and consistent experience for all and will make reasonable adjustments to support you where appropriate . Please flag any adjustments you need as early as you can. Just so you know: if your application is successful, we'll ask you to complete a criminal record check. And depending on the role you have applied for and the nature of any convictions you may have, we might have to withdraw the offer. To be eligible for this role you are required to have the appropriate right to work in the UK. Please be aware Sky does not offer sponsorship for this position. To find out more about working with us, search on social media.
Select how often (in days) to receive an alert: Description: Canada Life UK looks after the retirement, investment and protection needs of individuals, families and companies. We help to build better futures for our customers, our intermediaries and our employees by operating as a modern, agile and welcoming organisation. Part of our parent company Great-West Lifeco, Canada Life UK has operated in the United Kingdom since 1903. We have hundreds of respected and supported employees committed to doing the right thing for our customers and colleagues. Canada Life UK is transforming to create a more customer-focused business by providing our customers with expertise on financial and tax planning, offering home finance and annuities propositions, and providing collective fund solutions to third party customers. Lead People Relations Partner Job Purpose: The opportunity: The role holder is responsible for shaping and implementing people strategies and delivery of people changes across our business. The role holder is a key member of the People Strategy leadership team and responsible for the delivery of organisational change, business partnering activity and employee relations for Canada Life LUK across all geographies. The role holder undertake a will lead role within the People Parterning team, providing strategic direction, governance and oversight to ensure consistent execution of people priorities, effective risk management and delivery of business outcomes. Acting as a trusted delegate for the Chief People Officer when required, the role holder will lead key strategic initiatives, drive enterprise-wide people activities and ensure the People function delivers against its objectives while maintaining compliance, operational excellence and organisational effectiveness. Responsibilities: What you'll do: Collaborate with senior leadership teams and their respective teams to shape and plan a commercially focused people strategy and future focused organisational model that fulfils both the needs of Finance or COO and the broader CLUK organisation. Develop people plans and solutions to support the achievement of the overall business objectives whilst ensuring compliance with relevant local legislation and best practice. Enable transformation and change across the organisation inclusive of but not limited to . leading Lead the people aspects of potential M&A activity acquisitions, operating model evolution and , restructuring and merging of companies. Identify the people capability requirements to deliver the strategic agenda, oversee the effective deployment of talent plans & solutions, working across the Group, to ensure the organisation has the necessary talent and capabilities to meet business needs now and into the future. Elevate people leadership capabilities by providing advice, support and coaching to senior leadership level level people leaders on all people and talent matters. Optimise the employee experience & engagement levels supporting local leaders to own people management practices & local engagement activities in addition to the organisation wide initiatives to continue our journey on building a great place to work. Lead and coordinate strategic People initiatives and governance activities on behalf of the Chief People Officer, ensuring the successful delivery of key organisational priorities. Provide leadership, direction and oversight to the People Relations Partner team, driving high-quality execution of people plans, organisational change, employee relations and business partnering activities. Ensure effective risk management, regulatory compliance, governance and operational discipline across the People agenda, maintaining a strong focus on delivering business outcomes, protecting the organisation and enabling sustainable performance. Experience:What you'll bring to the role: Knowledge and Experience Have significant experience operating at a senior level in an CPO function ideally within in Financial Services with the skills, experience and confidence to operate at strategic level, guiding, influencing and collaborating with executive team Have solid knowledge of various people disciplines such as Diversity, Compensation, Employee Relations, Performance Management, Talent Management, Staffing and Organisational Effectiveness Show strong commercial acumen, be a trusted confidante and advises on fit for purpose people solutions to enable the organisation to shape & deliver business strategy Experience of talent development and identifying the components required for developing talent & enabling People Strategies role in delivering a high-performance environment. Able Ability to take an holistic approach to analyse business issues to develop & implement integrated people solutions, ensuring that the linkages between structure, people, process and technology are made. Able Ability to bring a fresh perspective and insight to the assigned business area(s), where necessary challengingthe status quo and acting as a sounding board and source of counsel on all people relatedmatters. Ability to be a change catalyst who has the ability to successful manage change that improves organisational performance Strong decision-making capability, comfortable leading and directing in ambiguous, complex and fast-paced environments. Exercises sound judgement, balances risk and opportunity effectively, takes accountability for outcomes, and acts with the utmost integrity Fosters collaborative relationships across functions and business to facilitate cooperation and information exchanges that improve customer and business outcomes Demonstrable ted ability track record of to operatinge both strategically and operationally, translating long-term organisational priorities into practical and executable people plans Have the ability to influence, partner and negotiate with management at all levels and execute with excellence Be a diplomatic individual with the ability to adapt to, coach and be effective with diverse leadership styles. Have a positive attitude, be motivated, be action oriented, and have a preference for working as part of a team. Benefits of working at Canada Life We believe in recognising and rewarding our people, so we offer a competitive salary and benefits package that's regularly reviewed. As a Canada Life UK colleague, you'll receive a competitive salary and comprehensive reward package including a generous pension and bonus scheme, along with, income protection, private medical insurance and life assurance. We have a fantastic number of other benefits and support services as well as regular personal and professional development. How we work at Canada Life Our culture is unique and incredibly important to us. We care about doing the right thing for our people, customers and community and helping others to build better futures. Our blueprint behaviours shape and influence how we work, and are central to the relationships we have with others. Every day we are encouraged to be more curious, own the outcome, face into things together and find a way forward. We want colleagues to have rewarding careers with us so we invest in the development of our people, technology and workplaces. That's why we offer a range of training, flexible working and opportunities to grow and develop. Diversity and inclusion Building an inclusive workplace with a diverse workforce where everyone can feel they belong and achieve their potential regardless of gender, ethnicity or any other characteristic is a key commitment for us. We are proud of the progress we're making in DEI, and we continue for it to be a significant focus. "At Canada Life we believe in the power of great people from different backgrounds, experiences and perspectives coming together to build better futures. Emerging talent is crucial to our growth and creating an environment that continues to inspire us all." Nick Harding, Chief People Officer, Canada Life UK We appreciate that everyone has different work and life responsibilities. We're happy to discuss flexible working arrangements, including part time, for any of our roles should this be a requirement for you.
Aug 23, 2026
Full time
Select how often (in days) to receive an alert: Description: Canada Life UK looks after the retirement, investment and protection needs of individuals, families and companies. We help to build better futures for our customers, our intermediaries and our employees by operating as a modern, agile and welcoming organisation. Part of our parent company Great-West Lifeco, Canada Life UK has operated in the United Kingdom since 1903. We have hundreds of respected and supported employees committed to doing the right thing for our customers and colleagues. Canada Life UK is transforming to create a more customer-focused business by providing our customers with expertise on financial and tax planning, offering home finance and annuities propositions, and providing collective fund solutions to third party customers. Lead People Relations Partner Job Purpose: The opportunity: The role holder is responsible for shaping and implementing people strategies and delivery of people changes across our business. The role holder is a key member of the People Strategy leadership team and responsible for the delivery of organisational change, business partnering activity and employee relations for Canada Life LUK across all geographies. The role holder undertake a will lead role within the People Parterning team, providing strategic direction, governance and oversight to ensure consistent execution of people priorities, effective risk management and delivery of business outcomes. Acting as a trusted delegate for the Chief People Officer when required, the role holder will lead key strategic initiatives, drive enterprise-wide people activities and ensure the People function delivers against its objectives while maintaining compliance, operational excellence and organisational effectiveness. Responsibilities: What you'll do: Collaborate with senior leadership teams and their respective teams to shape and plan a commercially focused people strategy and future focused organisational model that fulfils both the needs of Finance or COO and the broader CLUK organisation. Develop people plans and solutions to support the achievement of the overall business objectives whilst ensuring compliance with relevant local legislation and best practice. Enable transformation and change across the organisation inclusive of but not limited to . leading Lead the people aspects of potential M&A activity acquisitions, operating model evolution and , restructuring and merging of companies. Identify the people capability requirements to deliver the strategic agenda, oversee the effective deployment of talent plans & solutions, working across the Group, to ensure the organisation has the necessary talent and capabilities to meet business needs now and into the future. Elevate people leadership capabilities by providing advice, support and coaching to senior leadership level level people leaders on all people and talent matters. Optimise the employee experience & engagement levels supporting local leaders to own people management practices & local engagement activities in addition to the organisation wide initiatives to continue our journey on building a great place to work. Lead and coordinate strategic People initiatives and governance activities on behalf of the Chief People Officer, ensuring the successful delivery of key organisational priorities. Provide leadership, direction and oversight to the People Relations Partner team, driving high-quality execution of people plans, organisational change, employee relations and business partnering activities. Ensure effective risk management, regulatory compliance, governance and operational discipline across the People agenda, maintaining a strong focus on delivering business outcomes, protecting the organisation and enabling sustainable performance. Experience:What you'll bring to the role: Knowledge and Experience Have significant experience operating at a senior level in an CPO function ideally within in Financial Services with the skills, experience and confidence to operate at strategic level, guiding, influencing and collaborating with executive team Have solid knowledge of various people disciplines such as Diversity, Compensation, Employee Relations, Performance Management, Talent Management, Staffing and Organisational Effectiveness Show strong commercial acumen, be a trusted confidante and advises on fit for purpose people solutions to enable the organisation to shape & deliver business strategy Experience of talent development and identifying the components required for developing talent & enabling People Strategies role in delivering a high-performance environment. Able Ability to take an holistic approach to analyse business issues to develop & implement integrated people solutions, ensuring that the linkages between structure, people, process and technology are made. Able Ability to bring a fresh perspective and insight to the assigned business area(s), where necessary challengingthe status quo and acting as a sounding board and source of counsel on all people relatedmatters. Ability to be a change catalyst who has the ability to successful manage change that improves organisational performance Strong decision-making capability, comfortable leading and directing in ambiguous, complex and fast-paced environments. Exercises sound judgement, balances risk and opportunity effectively, takes accountability for outcomes, and acts with the utmost integrity Fosters collaborative relationships across functions and business to facilitate cooperation and information exchanges that improve customer and business outcomes Demonstrable ted ability track record of to operatinge both strategically and operationally, translating long-term organisational priorities into practical and executable people plans Have the ability to influence, partner and negotiate with management at all levels and execute with excellence Be a diplomatic individual with the ability to adapt to, coach and be effective with diverse leadership styles. Have a positive attitude, be motivated, be action oriented, and have a preference for working as part of a team. Benefits of working at Canada Life We believe in recognising and rewarding our people, so we offer a competitive salary and benefits package that's regularly reviewed. As a Canada Life UK colleague, you'll receive a competitive salary and comprehensive reward package including a generous pension and bonus scheme, along with, income protection, private medical insurance and life assurance. We have a fantastic number of other benefits and support services as well as regular personal and professional development. How we work at Canada Life Our culture is unique and incredibly important to us. We care about doing the right thing for our people, customers and community and helping others to build better futures. Our blueprint behaviours shape and influence how we work, and are central to the relationships we have with others. Every day we are encouraged to be more curious, own the outcome, face into things together and find a way forward. We want colleagues to have rewarding careers with us so we invest in the development of our people, technology and workplaces. That's why we offer a range of training, flexible working and opportunities to grow and develop. Diversity and inclusion Building an inclusive workplace with a diverse workforce where everyone can feel they belong and achieve their potential regardless of gender, ethnicity or any other characteristic is a key commitment for us. We are proud of the progress we're making in DEI, and we continue for it to be a significant focus. "At Canada Life we believe in the power of great people from different backgrounds, experiences and perspectives coming together to build better futures. Emerging talent is crucial to our growth and creating an environment that continues to inspire us all." Nick Harding, Chief People Officer, Canada Life UK We appreciate that everyone has different work and life responsibilities. We're happy to discuss flexible working arrangements, including part time, for any of our roles should this be a requirement for you.
Canada Life UK is seeking a Lead People Relations Partner to shape and deliver strategic people initiatives, governance and change programs across the organisation. You will act as a trusted delegate for the Chief People Officer, guiding enterprise-wide people activities and ensuring compliance and delivery of business outcomes. You will lead the People Relations Partner team, drive talent and leadership development, and collaborate with senior leaders to align people plans with financial
Aug 23, 2026
Full time
Canada Life UK is seeking a Lead People Relations Partner to shape and deliver strategic people initiatives, governance and change programs across the organisation. You will act as a trusted delegate for the Chief People Officer, guiding enterprise-wide people activities and ensuring compliance and delivery of business outcomes. You will lead the People Relations Partner team, drive talent and leadership development, and collaborate with senior leaders to align people plans with financial
Our client is looking for an enthusiastic, organised and proactive Business Support Officer to join their team. This is a varied and rewarding role, providing essential support across finance, payroll, facilities, administration and people management. You'll play an important part in ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of the organisation, working closely with senior managers, colleagues, suppliers and external contractors. The role would suit someone who enjoys variety, is confident working independently and can manage sensitive and confidential information with professionalism and discretion. You'll need to be highly organised, comfortable managing multiple priorities and confident taking the initiative in a busy working environment. To be considered for the role, you ll require the following essentials: Previous experience in a business support, administration, finance or operations role Experience using accounting systems, ideally Xero Previous experience with banking, petty cash, purchase and sales ledger processes Experience of payroll administration Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office Excellent communication and interpersonal skills The confidence to deal professionally with challenging or sensitive situations The ability to handle confidential information appropriately Excellent attention to detail and a high level of accuracy The ability to manage competing priorities and adapt to changing requirements A proactive approach, with the confidence to use your own initiative Previous experience within a customer-focused environment Within this position, you ll also be: Maintaining accurate financial records, processing invoices and completing reconciliations Managing income and expenditure records and assisting with financial reporting Processing payroll and associated administrative requirements Supporting claims and other financial processes as required Coordinating premises and facilities management, including maintenance, servicing and equipment testing Liaising with suppliers, contractors and service providers to ensure work is completed on time Maintaining accurate facilities, compliance and maintenance records Supporting health and safety and operational compliance requirements Providing day-to-day line management and support to the administration team, including recruitment, induction and ongoing development Attending meetings, preparing agendas and producing accurate minutes Providing management information, data and reporting relating to administrative systems Working closely with senior managers and colleagues to support the operational needs of the organisation Maintaining confidentiality and professional standards when dealing with sensitive information Supporting staff rotas and scheduling when required Hours and Salary: 30 hours over 5 days per week (core office hours) £28,392 per annum, pro-rata 23 days holiday plus Bank Excellent pension Talk Staff Recruitment is an established division of Talk Staff Group and works with companies throughout the East Midlands and UK with roles including many areas such as: Accountancy & Finance, Human Resources, Marketing, Contact Centre and Office Support. Talk Staff Recruitment act as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. See our website for more details and jobs available - (url removed) (phone number removed)
Aug 23, 2026
Full time
Our client is looking for an enthusiastic, organised and proactive Business Support Officer to join their team. This is a varied and rewarding role, providing essential support across finance, payroll, facilities, administration and people management. You'll play an important part in ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of the organisation, working closely with senior managers, colleagues, suppliers and external contractors. The role would suit someone who enjoys variety, is confident working independently and can manage sensitive and confidential information with professionalism and discretion. You'll need to be highly organised, comfortable managing multiple priorities and confident taking the initiative in a busy working environment. To be considered for the role, you ll require the following essentials: Previous experience in a business support, administration, finance or operations role Experience using accounting systems, ideally Xero Previous experience with banking, petty cash, purchase and sales ledger processes Experience of payroll administration Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office Excellent communication and interpersonal skills The confidence to deal professionally with challenging or sensitive situations The ability to handle confidential information appropriately Excellent attention to detail and a high level of accuracy The ability to manage competing priorities and adapt to changing requirements A proactive approach, with the confidence to use your own initiative Previous experience within a customer-focused environment Within this position, you ll also be: Maintaining accurate financial records, processing invoices and completing reconciliations Managing income and expenditure records and assisting with financial reporting Processing payroll and associated administrative requirements Supporting claims and other financial processes as required Coordinating premises and facilities management, including maintenance, servicing and equipment testing Liaising with suppliers, contractors and service providers to ensure work is completed on time Maintaining accurate facilities, compliance and maintenance records Supporting health and safety and operational compliance requirements Providing day-to-day line management and support to the administration team, including recruitment, induction and ongoing development Attending meetings, preparing agendas and producing accurate minutes Providing management information, data and reporting relating to administrative systems Working closely with senior managers and colleagues to support the operational needs of the organisation Maintaining confidentiality and professional standards when dealing with sensitive information Supporting staff rotas and scheduling when required Hours and Salary: 30 hours over 5 days per week (core office hours) £28,392 per annum, pro-rata 23 days holiday plus Bank Excellent pension Talk Staff Recruitment is an established division of Talk Staff Group and works with companies throughout the East Midlands and UK with roles including many areas such as: Accountancy & Finance, Human Resources, Marketing, Contact Centre and Office Support. Talk Staff Recruitment act as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. See our website for more details and jobs available - (url removed) (phone number removed)
ABOUT THE ROLE As Tax Lead, you will provide strategic direction and leadership for the Partnership's tax function. Reporting to the Group Financial Controller, you will shape tax strategy, manage risk, and lead a team of 9 with 3 direct reports across corporate, indirect, and employment tax. In this role, you will act as the primary liaison with HMRC including addressing any queries, oversee compliance returns, statutory accounts, champion modern tax technology, develop the team and collaborate across Finance, Commercial, Legal, and Technology to integrate tax requirements into the Partnership's projects and daily operations. You will interact with senior stakeholders across the business - particularly on projects - including CFO for the SAO process. At a glance Expected Salary: £100,000 - £120,000 (depending upon experience) Hybrid Working - This is a hybrid working role, therefore your time will primarily be split between working from home and the London / Bracknell Head Office. However, there will also be an expectation to visit other locations as the need arises. Our team currently works from the office around three times a week to connect and on a more ad-hoc basis to attend key meetings, but again the frequency is dependent on the business needs. Contract type - Permanent. Key Responsibilities Service Delivery: Be accountable for leading, developing and implementing the tax strategy and policies for the Partnership taking account of the risk appetite mandated by the Partnership Board. Ensure a timely response to tax matters and accurate tax filings. Provide leadership and direction of service management relationship with customer and stakeholder groups. Proactively manage your own development including keeping up to date with internal and external development in relevant business/regulatory areas. Liaise with other internal teams to ensure integration and effective service delivery to the Partnership. Communicate tax policies to the business and externally as required. Liaising and managing relationships with HMRC during routine audits and ad hoc enquiries, including correspondence, leading meetings and maintaining a proactive relationship. Primary point of contact for tax advisors & external auditors. Leading the Tax team of nine Partners. Manage Partnership tax risks and mitigate risks by ensuring tax-related ICF controls are operated correctly and are fit for purpose. Managing the tax budget. Look for opportunities to drive value in terms of latest thinking for instance VAT on product files. Quality & Compliance Ensure that all relevant business users are aware of corporate, indirect, and employment requirements and that these are addressed in any impacted business initiative. Review and communicate relevant changes to tax legislation or guidance. Liaise with other business functions e.g. Internal Audit, Business Risk, HR, Property, New Business, Legal and Company Secretarial, to identify and advise on new business and corporate initiatives. Lead on the annual Senior Accounting Officer process. Perform the final sign off of the tax numbers and disclosures in the annual and interim financial statements. Delivering Change Identify, lead and deliver opportunities to optimise the Partnership's tax position, ensuring that arrangements are managed and implemented in a controlled and accurate manner and in accordance with the Partnership's Tax Strategy. Represent the Partnership for tax matters on industry bodies. Continuous Improvement Be accountable for fostering and maintaining a culture seeking to make incremental improvements to propositions, processes, controls and/or policies. Embed tax awareness across the organisation and improve operational efficiency by developing and using best practices and technology. Essential skills/experience you'll need CTA qualified (or ACA/ACCA qualified with extensive in-house or practice tax experience). Deep tax knowledge with a strong bias/specialism toward Indirect Tax / VAT. Experience operating within complex, fast-paced retail or consumer-facing environments at scale. Proven track record of team management, challenging the status quo, and influencing matrix stakeholders. Desirable skills/experience you may have Exposure to international tax regimes Hands-on experience driving tax technology implementation. Additional Information Should your initial application be successful, the subsequent stages will comprise two rounds of interviews - virtual and in-person assessments. Closing Date and Compensation Closing Date: August 30, 2026 Pay: £99,000.00 - £136,000.00 Annual Contract Type: Permanent Hours of Work: 35 Job Level: Partnership Level 5 Where You'll Be Working: London Central Office, 1 Drummond Gate, London SW1V 2QQ ABOUT THE PARTNERSHIP We're the largest employee owned business in the UK and home of our cherished brands, John Lewis and Waitrose. We're not just employees, we're Partners, driven by our purpose to build a happier world. As we look to our future, there's never been a more exciting time to join us. We're ruthlessly focused on being brilliant at retail. We continue to innovate, adapt and diversify. Never Knowingly Undersold on price, quality and service in John Lewis and passionately serving food-lovers in Waitrose. As Partners we all share the responsibility of ownership and in its rewards. We use our voices to contribute to our success, working together through the good and challenging times, holding true to our behaviours and treating everyone with kindness and respect. We all own making the Partnership somewhere we belong. Embracing our differences and creating an environment where we're free to be ourselves and can THRIVE. Growing ourselves individually, and as a collective. As Partners, we make all the difference. And, we all own it. Important points to note It's important to note that some of our roles are subject to pre-employment vetting (which may include DBS checks for successful candidates). If required, you'll be informed and provided with information about vetting during the recruitment process and we encourage you to complete any vetting documents quickly to avoid delays. Any DBS checks required will be carried out by a third party registered body and financial probity checks may also be required for some of our roles. We also recommend that you apply as soon as possible if we see a high number of applicants. We want all of our Partners to have good work-life balance and we support flexible working. This might mean flexible or compressed hours, job sharing or short hour contracts, where possible. Please discuss this further with the hiring manager during your interview.
Aug 23, 2026
Full time
ABOUT THE ROLE As Tax Lead, you will provide strategic direction and leadership for the Partnership's tax function. Reporting to the Group Financial Controller, you will shape tax strategy, manage risk, and lead a team of 9 with 3 direct reports across corporate, indirect, and employment tax. In this role, you will act as the primary liaison with HMRC including addressing any queries, oversee compliance returns, statutory accounts, champion modern tax technology, develop the team and collaborate across Finance, Commercial, Legal, and Technology to integrate tax requirements into the Partnership's projects and daily operations. You will interact with senior stakeholders across the business - particularly on projects - including CFO for the SAO process. At a glance Expected Salary: £100,000 - £120,000 (depending upon experience) Hybrid Working - This is a hybrid working role, therefore your time will primarily be split between working from home and the London / Bracknell Head Office. However, there will also be an expectation to visit other locations as the need arises. Our team currently works from the office around three times a week to connect and on a more ad-hoc basis to attend key meetings, but again the frequency is dependent on the business needs. Contract type - Permanent. Key Responsibilities Service Delivery: Be accountable for leading, developing and implementing the tax strategy and policies for the Partnership taking account of the risk appetite mandated by the Partnership Board. Ensure a timely response to tax matters and accurate tax filings. Provide leadership and direction of service management relationship with customer and stakeholder groups. Proactively manage your own development including keeping up to date with internal and external development in relevant business/regulatory areas. Liaise with other internal teams to ensure integration and effective service delivery to the Partnership. Communicate tax policies to the business and externally as required. Liaising and managing relationships with HMRC during routine audits and ad hoc enquiries, including correspondence, leading meetings and maintaining a proactive relationship. Primary point of contact for tax advisors & external auditors. Leading the Tax team of nine Partners. Manage Partnership tax risks and mitigate risks by ensuring tax-related ICF controls are operated correctly and are fit for purpose. Managing the tax budget. Look for opportunities to drive value in terms of latest thinking for instance VAT on product files. Quality & Compliance Ensure that all relevant business users are aware of corporate, indirect, and employment requirements and that these are addressed in any impacted business initiative. Review and communicate relevant changes to tax legislation or guidance. Liaise with other business functions e.g. Internal Audit, Business Risk, HR, Property, New Business, Legal and Company Secretarial, to identify and advise on new business and corporate initiatives. Lead on the annual Senior Accounting Officer process. Perform the final sign off of the tax numbers and disclosures in the annual and interim financial statements. Delivering Change Identify, lead and deliver opportunities to optimise the Partnership's tax position, ensuring that arrangements are managed and implemented in a controlled and accurate manner and in accordance with the Partnership's Tax Strategy. Represent the Partnership for tax matters on industry bodies. Continuous Improvement Be accountable for fostering and maintaining a culture seeking to make incremental improvements to propositions, processes, controls and/or policies. Embed tax awareness across the organisation and improve operational efficiency by developing and using best practices and technology. Essential skills/experience you'll need CTA qualified (or ACA/ACCA qualified with extensive in-house or practice tax experience). Deep tax knowledge with a strong bias/specialism toward Indirect Tax / VAT. Experience operating within complex, fast-paced retail or consumer-facing environments at scale. Proven track record of team management, challenging the status quo, and influencing matrix stakeholders. Desirable skills/experience you may have Exposure to international tax regimes Hands-on experience driving tax technology implementation. Additional Information Should your initial application be successful, the subsequent stages will comprise two rounds of interviews - virtual and in-person assessments. Closing Date and Compensation Closing Date: August 30, 2026 Pay: £99,000.00 - £136,000.00 Annual Contract Type: Permanent Hours of Work: 35 Job Level: Partnership Level 5 Where You'll Be Working: London Central Office, 1 Drummond Gate, London SW1V 2QQ ABOUT THE PARTNERSHIP We're the largest employee owned business in the UK and home of our cherished brands, John Lewis and Waitrose. We're not just employees, we're Partners, driven by our purpose to build a happier world. As we look to our future, there's never been a more exciting time to join us. We're ruthlessly focused on being brilliant at retail. We continue to innovate, adapt and diversify. Never Knowingly Undersold on price, quality and service in John Lewis and passionately serving food-lovers in Waitrose. As Partners we all share the responsibility of ownership and in its rewards. We use our voices to contribute to our success, working together through the good and challenging times, holding true to our behaviours and treating everyone with kindness and respect. We all own making the Partnership somewhere we belong. Embracing our differences and creating an environment where we're free to be ourselves and can THRIVE. Growing ourselves individually, and as a collective. As Partners, we make all the difference. And, we all own it. Important points to note It's important to note that some of our roles are subject to pre-employment vetting (which may include DBS checks for successful candidates). If required, you'll be informed and provided with information about vetting during the recruitment process and we encourage you to complete any vetting documents quickly to avoid delays. Any DBS checks required will be carried out by a third party registered body and financial probity checks may also be required for some of our roles. We also recommend that you apply as soon as possible if we see a high number of applicants. We want all of our Partners to have good work-life balance and we support flexible working. This might mean flexible or compressed hours, job sharing or short hour contracts, where possible. Please discuss this further with the hiring manager during your interview.
Job Title: Senior Assistant Company Secretary Location: London Contract: 6 months SRG are working with a leading Chemicals company seeking a Senior Assistant Company Secretary to join the team. JOB PURPOSE To support the Deputy Company Secretary in delivering a high-quality Company Secretarial service that meets the needs of a global FTSE 250 organisation, across all areas of its activities, including in developing and raising the profile of the team across the group. PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES Devise, implement and monitor compliance with global best practice policies and Ensure robust governance and statutory compliance across the group is maintained, with a particular focus on the company overseas subsidiaries, including by: Building and maintaining strong collaborative relationships with the overseas contact network and global overseas governance provider Advising colleagues on all subsidiary governance matters, including facilitating approvals and decision making processes. Leading the annual review of subsidiary board composition and recommending changes where Delivering training on directors' duties and governance requirements. Act as Secretary to the Audit Committee, working closely with the Chair and Chief Financial Officer to agree agendas, prepare and circulate papers, minute meetings and maintain the action list. Draft Audit Committee report for the Annual Report and Accounts. Oversight of day to day subsidiary compliance, supporting complex legal matters. Provide comprehensive company secretarial support for corporate restructurings and M&A Lead the Legal Entity Rationalisation programme to reduce the number of legal entities in the Group, ensuring the structure is fit for purpose - including supporting execution of plans, corporate approvals, part of location strategy working group Draft the Notice of Meeting and ancillary documents for the Lead on drafting the Governance Report within the Annual Report and Accounts and the verification process and support the Deputy Company Secretary in the overall project management and delivery of the Annual Report. Oversee the preparation, stationery review and approval process for JMPLC dividends. Prepare RNS announcements, including director/PDMR shareholdings and major shareholding notifications. Support the preparation and submission of information to external rating agencies (e.g. CDP), ensuring accuracy, consistency and alignment with Group disclosures. Support compliance with best practice corporate governance requirements particularly in relation to the UK Corporate Governance Code Support and contribute to the annual review of Corporate Governance Framework. Embed the Delegated Authorities Framework, advising colleagues on approval authorities. Oversee Global Policy Framework and Global Policy SharePoint site to ensure integrity, consistency and robust governance, and manage policy communications to maintain a clear and aligned approach across the group. Advise on and ensure compliance with the FCA's UK Listing Rules and Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Work closely with cross functional teams on strategic projects, including M&A transactions and corporate restructurings, providing company secretarial support and governance advice. Support KYC and AML requests, providing corporate information and documentation to Group Treasury and other functions. Lead the co ordination and submission of external governance disclosures and regulatory data returns, including government backed and contributing to EU sustainability reporting developments Support the delivery of shareholder programmes with the registrar and ensure these are optimized and Manage relationships with key third party service providers QUALIFICATIONS/ KNOWLEDGE/ EXPERIENCE Chartered Secretary or Chartered Governance Professional (ACG)- Minimum 5 years post qualification relevant experience of working in a company secretarial department of a listed company or professional services firm- Previous experience of working in an international environment, including oversight of overseas subsidiaries Ability to manage competing priorities and work across multiple jurisdictions and businesses simultaneously - Strong technical knowledge with a good understanding of current legislative, regulatory and corporate governance best practice requirements- Educated to degree level or equivalent - Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and Powerpoint - Good working knowledge of Blueprint software or similar- Good working knowledge of Diligent Boards or similar -
Aug 23, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Senior Assistant Company Secretary Location: London Contract: 6 months SRG are working with a leading Chemicals company seeking a Senior Assistant Company Secretary to join the team. JOB PURPOSE To support the Deputy Company Secretary in delivering a high-quality Company Secretarial service that meets the needs of a global FTSE 250 organisation, across all areas of its activities, including in developing and raising the profile of the team across the group. PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES Devise, implement and monitor compliance with global best practice policies and Ensure robust governance and statutory compliance across the group is maintained, with a particular focus on the company overseas subsidiaries, including by: Building and maintaining strong collaborative relationships with the overseas contact network and global overseas governance provider Advising colleagues on all subsidiary governance matters, including facilitating approvals and decision making processes. Leading the annual review of subsidiary board composition and recommending changes where Delivering training on directors' duties and governance requirements. Act as Secretary to the Audit Committee, working closely with the Chair and Chief Financial Officer to agree agendas, prepare and circulate papers, minute meetings and maintain the action list. Draft Audit Committee report for the Annual Report and Accounts. Oversight of day to day subsidiary compliance, supporting complex legal matters. Provide comprehensive company secretarial support for corporate restructurings and M&A Lead the Legal Entity Rationalisation programme to reduce the number of legal entities in the Group, ensuring the structure is fit for purpose - including supporting execution of plans, corporate approvals, part of location strategy working group Draft the Notice of Meeting and ancillary documents for the Lead on drafting the Governance Report within the Annual Report and Accounts and the verification process and support the Deputy Company Secretary in the overall project management and delivery of the Annual Report. Oversee the preparation, stationery review and approval process for JMPLC dividends. Prepare RNS announcements, including director/PDMR shareholdings and major shareholding notifications. Support the preparation and submission of information to external rating agencies (e.g. CDP), ensuring accuracy, consistency and alignment with Group disclosures. Support compliance with best practice corporate governance requirements particularly in relation to the UK Corporate Governance Code Support and contribute to the annual review of Corporate Governance Framework. Embed the Delegated Authorities Framework, advising colleagues on approval authorities. Oversee Global Policy Framework and Global Policy SharePoint site to ensure integrity, consistency and robust governance, and manage policy communications to maintain a clear and aligned approach across the group. Advise on and ensure compliance with the FCA's UK Listing Rules and Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Work closely with cross functional teams on strategic projects, including M&A transactions and corporate restructurings, providing company secretarial support and governance advice. Support KYC and AML requests, providing corporate information and documentation to Group Treasury and other functions. Lead the co ordination and submission of external governance disclosures and regulatory data returns, including government backed and contributing to EU sustainability reporting developments Support the delivery of shareholder programmes with the registrar and ensure these are optimized and Manage relationships with key third party service providers QUALIFICATIONS/ KNOWLEDGE/ EXPERIENCE Chartered Secretary or Chartered Governance Professional (ACG)- Minimum 5 years post qualification relevant experience of working in a company secretarial department of a listed company or professional services firm- Previous experience of working in an international environment, including oversight of overseas subsidiaries Ability to manage competing priorities and work across multiple jurisdictions and businesses simultaneously - Strong technical knowledge with a good understanding of current legislative, regulatory and corporate governance best practice requirements- Educated to degree level or equivalent - Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and Powerpoint - Good working knowledge of Blueprint software or similar- Good working knowledge of Diligent Boards or similar -
Ever tried building one training programme that has to work a different way in every branch it touches? That's the challenge at the heart of this role. Lomond is one of the UK's largest and fastest-growing property services groups, expanding through acquisition across estate agency, lettings and property management. As Learning & Development Director, you'll own the Group's learning strategy end to end, reporting to the Chief People Officer and partnering closely with the Group People Director. You'll be based in London, or within a two-hour commute of it, with one to two days a week at our St Mary's Axe Head Office and regular travel across the branch network, from the north of Scotland to the south coast. Salary is competitive and set at Director level, subject to Group benchmarking. Lomond isn't a high-street brand. Our customers deal with the local brands they know and trust, not 'Lomond' itself, so this isn't about imposing one training model on everyone. It's about building a centralised, professional L&D infrastructure that's genuinely tailored by region and by brand, so training always feels locally relevant rather than centrally imposed. What you'll be doing Own and evolve Lomond's Group-wide L&D strategy, aligned to commercial priorities and growth plans Build and lead a national team of trainers and facilitators, delivering consistently close to every branch Own the L&D budget, prioritising spend and demonstrating return on investment Build visible relationships with Regional CROs and Managing Directors, shaping L&D around commercial reality on the ground Design a Group-wide curriculum for sales negotiators, lettings negotiators and property managers, including front-line manager training Build career and accreditation pathways supporting progression from negotiator through to branch and regional management Design and embed a leadership development framework, including critical conversations training for managers Lead L&D integration for newly acquired businesses, harmonising onboarding and core training across the Group Own learning analytics and reporting, demonstrating the commercial impact of L&D to the Executive team Own the Group's learning technology (LMS) strategy, and keep all regulated and compliance training current and audit-ready What you'll need We're not just looking for someone who fits our team; we want to be a good fit for you too! We're looking for individuals with qualities such as: Senior L&D leadership experience, ideally in a multi-site, retail, property or service-led business A proven track record designing and scaling sales, negotiation or front-line service training Experience building leadership development and management capability programmes Comfort operating in a fast-paced, acquisitive, multi-brand environment Strong stakeholder management skills, credible at Executive/CPO level CIPD or equivalent L&D/coaching qualification desirable, with experience of LMS implementation Here's what you can look forward to At Lomond Group, we believe in taking care of our people. That's why we offer some amazing perks and benefits through our engagement platform, LOMONDlife, such as: Our smart spending app gives you discounts at over 900 retailers, and our wellbeing centre is packed with resources to help you get active, eat healthier, improve your financial wellbeing, and master your mental health Free counselling support through our Employee Assistance Programme Get the latest gadgets and appliances with our Smart Tech Scheme Cycle2Work Scheme, as part of our commitment to reducing our carbon footprint Enhanced Family Friendly Leave for maternity, paternity, adoption, and IVF Competitive base pay aligned to market value, plus incentivised commission and performance bonuses for most roles Special days and celebrations to mark length of service A pension scheme to help you plan for retirement Funded professional qualifications to support your development and career growth Regular company socials, because we work hard and socialise even harder Lomond is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can bring their full self to work, and we welcome applications from all backgrounds. Applications close on 2nd September 2027.
Aug 23, 2026
Full time
Ever tried building one training programme that has to work a different way in every branch it touches? That's the challenge at the heart of this role. Lomond is one of the UK's largest and fastest-growing property services groups, expanding through acquisition across estate agency, lettings and property management. As Learning & Development Director, you'll own the Group's learning strategy end to end, reporting to the Chief People Officer and partnering closely with the Group People Director. You'll be based in London, or within a two-hour commute of it, with one to two days a week at our St Mary's Axe Head Office and regular travel across the branch network, from the north of Scotland to the south coast. Salary is competitive and set at Director level, subject to Group benchmarking. Lomond isn't a high-street brand. Our customers deal with the local brands they know and trust, not 'Lomond' itself, so this isn't about imposing one training model on everyone. It's about building a centralised, professional L&D infrastructure that's genuinely tailored by region and by brand, so training always feels locally relevant rather than centrally imposed. What you'll be doing Own and evolve Lomond's Group-wide L&D strategy, aligned to commercial priorities and growth plans Build and lead a national team of trainers and facilitators, delivering consistently close to every branch Own the L&D budget, prioritising spend and demonstrating return on investment Build visible relationships with Regional CROs and Managing Directors, shaping L&D around commercial reality on the ground Design a Group-wide curriculum for sales negotiators, lettings negotiators and property managers, including front-line manager training Build career and accreditation pathways supporting progression from negotiator through to branch and regional management Design and embed a leadership development framework, including critical conversations training for managers Lead L&D integration for newly acquired businesses, harmonising onboarding and core training across the Group Own learning analytics and reporting, demonstrating the commercial impact of L&D to the Executive team Own the Group's learning technology (LMS) strategy, and keep all regulated and compliance training current and audit-ready What you'll need We're not just looking for someone who fits our team; we want to be a good fit for you too! We're looking for individuals with qualities such as: Senior L&D leadership experience, ideally in a multi-site, retail, property or service-led business A proven track record designing and scaling sales, negotiation or front-line service training Experience building leadership development and management capability programmes Comfort operating in a fast-paced, acquisitive, multi-brand environment Strong stakeholder management skills, credible at Executive/CPO level CIPD or equivalent L&D/coaching qualification desirable, with experience of LMS implementation Here's what you can look forward to At Lomond Group, we believe in taking care of our people. That's why we offer some amazing perks and benefits through our engagement platform, LOMONDlife, such as: Our smart spending app gives you discounts at over 900 retailers, and our wellbeing centre is packed with resources to help you get active, eat healthier, improve your financial wellbeing, and master your mental health Free counselling support through our Employee Assistance Programme Get the latest gadgets and appliances with our Smart Tech Scheme Cycle2Work Scheme, as part of our commitment to reducing our carbon footprint Enhanced Family Friendly Leave for maternity, paternity, adoption, and IVF Competitive base pay aligned to market value, plus incentivised commission and performance bonuses for most roles Special days and celebrations to mark length of service A pension scheme to help you plan for retirement Funded professional qualifications to support your development and career growth Regular company socials, because we work hard and socialise even harder Lomond is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can bring their full self to work, and we welcome applications from all backgrounds. Applications close on 2nd September 2027.
Parkside Office Professional
Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire
The post holder will be responsible for providing expert support and delivery of compliance services to support the Council and its partners in adhering to its responsibilities as a data handler and processor.The Redaction Officer will work closely with the Data Protection team to ensure that information to be released to requestors will not place the Council at risk of data breaches, by checking that any unpermitted data is redacted from any responses. The post will sit within the Information Management service to ensure that all relevant legislation is considered, as well as any risks to other parties named within the Subject Access Request prior to the release of any data. Main Responsibilities and Duties: Work in compliance with the Council's legal duties in relation to data management and information governance, with a strong focus on redaction. Undertake a review of information as appropriate to ensure any irrelevant or inappropriate date is redacted as required, whilst ensuring data protection legislation is not breached. Liaising with the Senior Data Protection Officer on open cases and other agencies and professionals as required to ensure any information to be provided is obtained, checked, redacted and handled sensitively to protect the privacy of those concerned. Keeping the Senior Data Protection Officer updated with any areas of concern or uncertainty to ensure appropriate advice can be obtained to assist with decision making. Providing accurate advice, guidance and empathetic support to requestors, ensuring this complies with the DPA, and supporting legislation. Notify the Senior Data Protection Officer of any data breaches as required to ensure the data subject can be notified. Keeping up to date with evolving legislation, Codes of Practice, national and international standards and government agendas in relation to the management of information requests. Maintain records and assist with data processing audits, as may be required by the Senior Data Protection Officer or Data Protection Manager.• Any other tasks which may be required on an ad hoc basis. Values and Behaviours: We expect your values and behaviours to reflect the values of the organisation: Proud • Perform to your best every day Cares about delivering the role and setting high standards Upholds the reputation of the service and the wider Council Ambitious • Ambitious to learn, develop and fulfil potential Ambitious to do things better Solution focused looking for suitable resolutions Collaborative • Effectively engages with others sharing ideas and solutions Able to look at things from different perspectives Happy to work with others to achieve outcomes Trustworthy • Accountable for actions• Behaves professionally and to professional standards• Quick to respond and show initiative The following criteria will be assessed from information provided on your completed application form, during the shortlisting and assessment process, and from your references. Knowledge, Skills and Experience (Job Specific Examples Essential Desirable Knowledge and understanding of data protection, records management, Subject Access Requests and some knowledge of freedom of information The post holder will be required to demonstrate their ability to act in accordance with the Council's data protection requirements Have a working knowledge of the Children Act and Childcare legislation The post holder will need to have an awareness of what information can be shared in accordance with appropriate legislation, and to be able to identify any risk to a child in sharing such information Good organisational and time management skills and the ability to multi-task and work on own initiative with minimal supervision The post holder will need to prioritise and organise their workload to accommodate the legislative timeframes for response to Subject Access Requests Good knowledge and experience of MS Office products, including the use of templates and macros The post holder will regularly be required to use MS Office programmes Ability to build effective relationships with colleagues and a commitment to teamwork The post holder will work as part of a team and will be able to demonstrate they are a team player by supporting and assisting colleagues as required Qualifications Essential Formal Data Protection qualification Where the role is customer-facing and the post holder is required to speak to members of the public, the ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice Spoken English is essential for the post. This job summary is not intended to be exhaustive and it is likely that duties may be altered from time to time in the light of changing circumstances, in discussion with the post holder. This job summary is intended to provide a broad outline of the main responsibilities only.The post holder will need to be flexible in developing the role with initial and ongoing discussions with the designated manager.
Aug 22, 2026
Seasonal
The post holder will be responsible for providing expert support and delivery of compliance services to support the Council and its partners in adhering to its responsibilities as a data handler and processor.The Redaction Officer will work closely with the Data Protection team to ensure that information to be released to requestors will not place the Council at risk of data breaches, by checking that any unpermitted data is redacted from any responses. The post will sit within the Information Management service to ensure that all relevant legislation is considered, as well as any risks to other parties named within the Subject Access Request prior to the release of any data. Main Responsibilities and Duties: Work in compliance with the Council's legal duties in relation to data management and information governance, with a strong focus on redaction. Undertake a review of information as appropriate to ensure any irrelevant or inappropriate date is redacted as required, whilst ensuring data protection legislation is not breached. Liaising with the Senior Data Protection Officer on open cases and other agencies and professionals as required to ensure any information to be provided is obtained, checked, redacted and handled sensitively to protect the privacy of those concerned. Keeping the Senior Data Protection Officer updated with any areas of concern or uncertainty to ensure appropriate advice can be obtained to assist with decision making. Providing accurate advice, guidance and empathetic support to requestors, ensuring this complies with the DPA, and supporting legislation. Notify the Senior Data Protection Officer of any data breaches as required to ensure the data subject can be notified. Keeping up to date with evolving legislation, Codes of Practice, national and international standards and government agendas in relation to the management of information requests. Maintain records and assist with data processing audits, as may be required by the Senior Data Protection Officer or Data Protection Manager.• Any other tasks which may be required on an ad hoc basis. Values and Behaviours: We expect your values and behaviours to reflect the values of the organisation: Proud • Perform to your best every day Cares about delivering the role and setting high standards Upholds the reputation of the service and the wider Council Ambitious • Ambitious to learn, develop and fulfil potential Ambitious to do things better Solution focused looking for suitable resolutions Collaborative • Effectively engages with others sharing ideas and solutions Able to look at things from different perspectives Happy to work with others to achieve outcomes Trustworthy • Accountable for actions• Behaves professionally and to professional standards• Quick to respond and show initiative The following criteria will be assessed from information provided on your completed application form, during the shortlisting and assessment process, and from your references. Knowledge, Skills and Experience (Job Specific Examples Essential Desirable Knowledge and understanding of data protection, records management, Subject Access Requests and some knowledge of freedom of information The post holder will be required to demonstrate their ability to act in accordance with the Council's data protection requirements Have a working knowledge of the Children Act and Childcare legislation The post holder will need to have an awareness of what information can be shared in accordance with appropriate legislation, and to be able to identify any risk to a child in sharing such information Good organisational and time management skills and the ability to multi-task and work on own initiative with minimal supervision The post holder will need to prioritise and organise their workload to accommodate the legislative timeframes for response to Subject Access Requests Good knowledge and experience of MS Office products, including the use of templates and macros The post holder will regularly be required to use MS Office programmes Ability to build effective relationships with colleagues and a commitment to teamwork The post holder will work as part of a team and will be able to demonstrate they are a team player by supporting and assisting colleagues as required Qualifications Essential Formal Data Protection qualification Where the role is customer-facing and the post holder is required to speak to members of the public, the ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice Spoken English is essential for the post. This job summary is not intended to be exhaustive and it is likely that duties may be altered from time to time in the light of changing circumstances, in discussion with the post holder. This job summary is intended to provide a broad outline of the main responsibilities only.The post holder will need to be flexible in developing the role with initial and ongoing discussions with the designated manager.
Why work for us? A career at Janus Henderson is more than a job, it's about investing in a brighter future together. Our Mission at Janus Henderson is to help clients define and achieve superior financial outcomes through differentiated insights, disciplined investments, and world-class service. We will do this by protecting and growing our core business, amplifying our strengths and diversifying where we have the right. Our Values are key to driving our success, and are at the heart of everything we do: Clients Come First - Always Execution Supersedes Intention Together We Win Diversity Improves Results Truth Builds Trust If our mission, values, and purpose align with your own, we would love to hear from you! Your opportunity The Head of AI will play a pivotal role on our executive leadership team, working in close partnership with both the innovation and technology teams to shape the strategic direction of the firm's key initiatives. You will be the catalyst of our partnership between our executive leaders and their teams, building and leading the execution of strategies that propel transformation of products and services through our AI innovation to ensure we are the most technologically sophisticated asset manager globally. This role demands a blend of technological understanding, strategic foresight, and Growth-oriented excellence as an approach to guide our firm in these next stages of transformation. You will report directly to the Chief Executive Officer and be a member of the firm's senior leadership team. You will have regular engagement with the firm's Board of Directors as well as with legal entity and fund boards. This is a diverse role, with essential factors that must be carefully considered when executing our broader strategy, including-but not limited to-security, risk management, finance, regulatory compliance, governance, and user best practices. It's how we enhance every relationship and provide a superior service, leveraging AI to deliver personalized insights and proactive solutions, enabling our clients to make more informed decisions and achieve their goals with greater confidence and efficiency - they are at the forefront of everything we do. The newly created Head of Department ensures that the firm leverages AI ethically and effectively to gain insights-improving investment research, enhancing client experiences, and optimizing operations. They establish frameworks for AI adoption, recognizing that instilling ethical AI methodologies with multiple lenses and a strong leadership vision is critical in our journey. This individual combines technical expertise in AI with a data-driven approach, understanding that data is our competitive advantage and demands the highest standards of accuracy, transparency, and trust. AI will be seamlessly embedded throughout our organization, empowering us to harness data at every level-ensuring we anticipate market trends, make informed decisions, and consistently stay ahead of the competition. Establishing the Head of AI role is not just a strategic decision-it's a necessity for our continued growth and leadership in the industry. We are fully committed to embedding this position at the core of our organization, ensuring you receive the focus and resources required for lasting impact. This is a responsibility we take seriously, and we are dedicated to upholding the highest standards as we advance our AI-driven future. We are setting the standard for innovation and excellence to become the most technologically sophisticated asset manager globally and so you will need to demonstrate a deep understanding of our clients, anticipating their needs and delivering tailored solutions that consistently exceed expectations. Key Responsibilities Driven Strategic Leadership: Serve as the driving force behind innovation by developing and implementing a cohesive AI and technology strategy that aligns with our aspirations. Be the key enabler who accelerates progress and ensures both short-term impact and long-term transformation through advanced artificial intelligence initiatives, driving results and turning vision into reality Innovation: Lead research and development initiatives to drive AI-powered innovation, continuously evaluating emerging artificial intelligence, learning prospects and strategically assessing their potential applications to advance our business objectives Advocacy and Thought Leadership: Serve as a thought leader and strategic ambassador for AI, representing to both internal and external stakeholders. Champion the adoption of advanced artificial intelligence technologies that propel our goals throughout the business and position the company at the forefront of AI-driven innovation within the investment industry Team Development: Build and mentor a high-performing AI and technology team, fostering an inclusive environment that encourages continuous learning and innovation. Support both individual growth and department objectives by equipping team members with advanced AI skills and expertise. Develop the next generation of AI leaders to drive the firm's future success Standards Development Oversight: Collaborate closely with wider technology, finance and risk teams to establish, implement, and uphold rigorous AI standards and best practices throughout product design and development and usage. Ensure consistency, quality, and ethical integrity in all AI-driven solutions Technology Infrastructure Insight: Apply a comprehensive understanding of technical infrastructure to guide the development and implementation of robust, scalable, and secure systems. Ensure the architecture effectively supports current and future AI initiatives and business needs Risk Management: Proactively identify and mitigate risks associated with AI technologies across the company. Implement comprehensive data security and privacy protocols tailored to AI systems, ensuring the protection of both company and customer data while maintaining ethical and responsible AI practices Data Management: Oversee the governance, quality, and integrity of data used in AI systems across the company. Implement robust data management in partnership with data engineering teams for protocols to ensure accuracy, security, and compliance, enabling responsible and effective use of data to power advanced AI initiatives. Cyber Security: Leverage your understanding of AI technologies to enforce robust processes, systems, and controls that proactively protect the firm against internal and external cybersecurity threats. Ensure continuous engagement with our cyber capabilities to maintain a strong and resilient security alignment. Relationship Management: Collaborate with leading AI technology providers to enhance our solutions, accelerate innovation, and secure a sustained competitive advantage. Financial Planning and Budget Management: Develop and manage the AI and technology budget, ensuring resources are strategically allocated to advance key AI initiatives. Leverage data-driven insights to maximize ROI, support innovation, and drive year-on-year improvements in efficiency and impact. Emerging Technology: Keep the firm at the forefront of technological advances in AI. Monitor industry trends (like new AI techniques, fintech innovations, or regulatory changes around AI) and evaluate their applicability to the firm. Lead innovation initiatives or pilot programs and assess ROI. Advocate for investments and capabilities where they can yield competitive advantage across the board. Clients Come First: Our clients are at the heart of everything we do-AI and technology are leveraged to ensure their experience and partnership always take priority, delivering personalized solutions and unwavering support regardless of market conditions. Understanding how we run our business is fundamental in providing the service they come to rely on us for. Required Qualifications Education: Master's in Computer Science, Data Science, Statistics, Engineering, or related quantitative field. Experience: 10+ years of experience in AI strategy and transformation with related technology roles, with at least 5 years in a leadership or managerial capacity. Extensive experience in senior transformation leadership and partnership, with a proven track record of strategic AI planning and execution, driving the successful adoption and integration of advanced artificial intelligence solutions across an organization. Demonstrated experience leading AI-driven research and development (R&D) initiatives, with a strong track record of bringing innovative products to market. Committed to continuous improvement and personal upskilling, consistently leading by example and fostering a culture of learning and advancement within the team. Proven experience in building and developing a high-performing team is essential-fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation to ensure we consistently deliver exceptional results for our clients through the effective use of AI and advanced technology Comprehensive understanding of how core technology disciplines-including software development, system architecture, and cybersecurity-interconnect and support the broader technology ecosystem within an organization. Exceptional leadership skills, with experience in building and nurturing high-performing teams Exceptional communication skills . click apply for full job details
Aug 22, 2026
Full time
Why work for us? A career at Janus Henderson is more than a job, it's about investing in a brighter future together. Our Mission at Janus Henderson is to help clients define and achieve superior financial outcomes through differentiated insights, disciplined investments, and world-class service. We will do this by protecting and growing our core business, amplifying our strengths and diversifying where we have the right. Our Values are key to driving our success, and are at the heart of everything we do: Clients Come First - Always Execution Supersedes Intention Together We Win Diversity Improves Results Truth Builds Trust If our mission, values, and purpose align with your own, we would love to hear from you! Your opportunity The Head of AI will play a pivotal role on our executive leadership team, working in close partnership with both the innovation and technology teams to shape the strategic direction of the firm's key initiatives. You will be the catalyst of our partnership between our executive leaders and their teams, building and leading the execution of strategies that propel transformation of products and services through our AI innovation to ensure we are the most technologically sophisticated asset manager globally. This role demands a blend of technological understanding, strategic foresight, and Growth-oriented excellence as an approach to guide our firm in these next stages of transformation. You will report directly to the Chief Executive Officer and be a member of the firm's senior leadership team. You will have regular engagement with the firm's Board of Directors as well as with legal entity and fund boards. This is a diverse role, with essential factors that must be carefully considered when executing our broader strategy, including-but not limited to-security, risk management, finance, regulatory compliance, governance, and user best practices. It's how we enhance every relationship and provide a superior service, leveraging AI to deliver personalized insights and proactive solutions, enabling our clients to make more informed decisions and achieve their goals with greater confidence and efficiency - they are at the forefront of everything we do. The newly created Head of Department ensures that the firm leverages AI ethically and effectively to gain insights-improving investment research, enhancing client experiences, and optimizing operations. They establish frameworks for AI adoption, recognizing that instilling ethical AI methodologies with multiple lenses and a strong leadership vision is critical in our journey. This individual combines technical expertise in AI with a data-driven approach, understanding that data is our competitive advantage and demands the highest standards of accuracy, transparency, and trust. AI will be seamlessly embedded throughout our organization, empowering us to harness data at every level-ensuring we anticipate market trends, make informed decisions, and consistently stay ahead of the competition. Establishing the Head of AI role is not just a strategic decision-it's a necessity for our continued growth and leadership in the industry. We are fully committed to embedding this position at the core of our organization, ensuring you receive the focus and resources required for lasting impact. This is a responsibility we take seriously, and we are dedicated to upholding the highest standards as we advance our AI-driven future. We are setting the standard for innovation and excellence to become the most technologically sophisticated asset manager globally and so you will need to demonstrate a deep understanding of our clients, anticipating their needs and delivering tailored solutions that consistently exceed expectations. Key Responsibilities Driven Strategic Leadership: Serve as the driving force behind innovation by developing and implementing a cohesive AI and technology strategy that aligns with our aspirations. Be the key enabler who accelerates progress and ensures both short-term impact and long-term transformation through advanced artificial intelligence initiatives, driving results and turning vision into reality Innovation: Lead research and development initiatives to drive AI-powered innovation, continuously evaluating emerging artificial intelligence, learning prospects and strategically assessing their potential applications to advance our business objectives Advocacy and Thought Leadership: Serve as a thought leader and strategic ambassador for AI, representing to both internal and external stakeholders. Champion the adoption of advanced artificial intelligence technologies that propel our goals throughout the business and position the company at the forefront of AI-driven innovation within the investment industry Team Development: Build and mentor a high-performing AI and technology team, fostering an inclusive environment that encourages continuous learning and innovation. Support both individual growth and department objectives by equipping team members with advanced AI skills and expertise. Develop the next generation of AI leaders to drive the firm's future success Standards Development Oversight: Collaborate closely with wider technology, finance and risk teams to establish, implement, and uphold rigorous AI standards and best practices throughout product design and development and usage. Ensure consistency, quality, and ethical integrity in all AI-driven solutions Technology Infrastructure Insight: Apply a comprehensive understanding of technical infrastructure to guide the development and implementation of robust, scalable, and secure systems. Ensure the architecture effectively supports current and future AI initiatives and business needs Risk Management: Proactively identify and mitigate risks associated with AI technologies across the company. Implement comprehensive data security and privacy protocols tailored to AI systems, ensuring the protection of both company and customer data while maintaining ethical and responsible AI practices Data Management: Oversee the governance, quality, and integrity of data used in AI systems across the company. Implement robust data management in partnership with data engineering teams for protocols to ensure accuracy, security, and compliance, enabling responsible and effective use of data to power advanced AI initiatives. Cyber Security: Leverage your understanding of AI technologies to enforce robust processes, systems, and controls that proactively protect the firm against internal and external cybersecurity threats. Ensure continuous engagement with our cyber capabilities to maintain a strong and resilient security alignment. Relationship Management: Collaborate with leading AI technology providers to enhance our solutions, accelerate innovation, and secure a sustained competitive advantage. Financial Planning and Budget Management: Develop and manage the AI and technology budget, ensuring resources are strategically allocated to advance key AI initiatives. Leverage data-driven insights to maximize ROI, support innovation, and drive year-on-year improvements in efficiency and impact. Emerging Technology: Keep the firm at the forefront of technological advances in AI. Monitor industry trends (like new AI techniques, fintech innovations, or regulatory changes around AI) and evaluate their applicability to the firm. Lead innovation initiatives or pilot programs and assess ROI. Advocate for investments and capabilities where they can yield competitive advantage across the board. Clients Come First: Our clients are at the heart of everything we do-AI and technology are leveraged to ensure their experience and partnership always take priority, delivering personalized solutions and unwavering support regardless of market conditions. Understanding how we run our business is fundamental in providing the service they come to rely on us for. Required Qualifications Education: Master's in Computer Science, Data Science, Statistics, Engineering, or related quantitative field. Experience: 10+ years of experience in AI strategy and transformation with related technology roles, with at least 5 years in a leadership or managerial capacity. Extensive experience in senior transformation leadership and partnership, with a proven track record of strategic AI planning and execution, driving the successful adoption and integration of advanced artificial intelligence solutions across an organization. Demonstrated experience leading AI-driven research and development (R&D) initiatives, with a strong track record of bringing innovative products to market. Committed to continuous improvement and personal upskilling, consistently leading by example and fostering a culture of learning and advancement within the team. Proven experience in building and developing a high-performing team is essential-fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation to ensure we consistently deliver exceptional results for our clients through the effective use of AI and advanced technology Comprehensive understanding of how core technology disciplines-including software development, system architecture, and cybersecurity-interconnect and support the broader technology ecosystem within an organization. Exceptional leadership skills, with experience in building and nurturing high-performing teams Exceptional communication skills . click apply for full job details
In-house Legal Counsel Reports to: Chief Financial Officer Location: Hybrid -Newmarket - 2 days on-site, 2 days WFH Hours: 32 hours across a 4-day week (no salary sacrifice) Salary: £80,000 - £90,000 Product: Group Level, Wonde, Evouchers & Secure Schools Who we are and what is important to us: Beyond unifies three technology-driven brands, Wonde, Evouchers and Secure Schools. Each brand shares a vision to reduce the friction of adapting technology, to help customers navigate an often overwhelming area and provide powerful solutions that make their everyday life easier. The three brands run independently with the autonomy to continue to prosper, although as part of the Beyond team, you'll join a wider, supportive environment where you'll be able to pull on the expertise and capabilities of the group. We do not limit ourselves to standing still. We look ahead and strive to disrupt the sector we operate in. We believe technology should not be complicated or overwhelming. It should do what it says - quickly, safely and efficiently. Job snapshot: As Beyond's Senior In-house Legal Counsel, you will be the business's go-to legal expert, working as a standalone specialist responsible for a broad range of legal matters across the group and its global, international operations. This is a hands-on, commercially minded role: you will handle day-to-day legal work yourself, provide strategic guidance at leadership level, and build the playbooks, tools, and AI-enabled processes that let the wider business handle simpler matters with confidence. This is a great opportunity for an experienced legal professional to have real ownership and influence across a growing technology group. You'll have the autonomy to shape how legal works across Beyond, work closely with senior leadership and play a key role in supporting the continued growth of our products and international operations What you'll be doing: Provide pragmatic legal advice across corporate governance, commercial contracts, data privacy, and employment-related matters, acting as the first point of contact for legal queries across the business. Draft, review, negotiate, and be the first point of contact for a variety of commercial global contracts across all of Beyond's products, taking personal ownership of the more complex, high-value, or novel agreements, including SaaS agreements, licensing agreements, and partnership deals. Support the building out of a commercial contract playbook and provide training so the sales team has the knowledge and confidence to handle less complex contracts themselves, using AI tools to support consistency, speed, and quality control. Lead the control and management of a Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM) system across Beyond's product range, owning templates, workflows, and approval routes, and using it to give the business clear visibility of contract status and risk. Identify and implement opportunities to use AI to automate legal work where it is safe and appropriate to do so. Advise on risk management and dispute resolution, ensuring minimal legal exposure for Beyond. Stay updated on relevant legal developments in the tech industry, particularly around data protection (GDPR) and other emerging regulatory frameworks. Act as a liaison with external legal counsel on specialised issues and litigation matters when required. Serve as a trusted advisor to internal departments, including HR, Information Security, Finance, and Product, to align legal advice with Beyond's objectives. What we're hoping you'll bring: UK-qualified lawyer, with several years' post-qualification experience, ideally including in-house time within a technology or SaaS business. Comfortable operating as a standalone legal function, taking full ownership of a wide range of responsibilities without close oversight. Ability to balance legal risks with commercial objectives and offer pragmatic, business-friendly solutions. Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build trust and rapport across different teams. Commercially savvy with a deep understanding of the tech industry and its evolving legal landscape. Good working knowledge & understanding of data protection laws (GDPR, CCPA) and related privacy regulations, especially how they apply to tech products and services. Hands-on experience with a Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM) system, ideally having owned, implemented, or embedded one. A genuine interest in using AI and legal technology to work more efficiently, with the judgement to identify where automation can safely replace manual legal work and where it cannot. Solid experience advising on regulatory issues, ensuring Beyond remains compliant with evolving legal requirements. Excellent written and verbal communication, with the ability to convey complex legal issues clearly and concisely to non-legal stakeholders. A solution-oriented mindset, capable of offering practical legal advice that balances risk with commercial priorities. A self-starter who takes initiative and can handle a wide range of responsibilities without constant oversight, with a readiness to engage in both strategic and day-to-day legal tasks. High attention to detail in legal drafting, review, and compliance, ensuring accuracy and thoroughness in all legal matters. Comfortable working in a fast-moving, ever-changing environment, with the ability to pivot quickly and manage competing priorities under tight deadlines. A high level of integrity, maintaining confidentiality, and ensuring the company's best interests are upheld at all times. What you'll get: Beyond is much more than just a place to work. It is a place to grow, innovate, excel and learn. We have tech people, creative people and people people, all focused on providing a superior customer experience. We value, support and champion those we work with - promoting personal growth and happiness. We get that our success is dependent on the collective energy, intelligence and contributions of all our team members and we are committed to ensuring our work environment is the best it can be. We value your commitment and have worked hard to create adaptable and comprehensive benefits packages to suit individual needs, although you can expect the below as standard: 4-day working week Flexible working schedule/work-from-home opportunities On-site gym facilities at HQ Buying and selling holiday scheme Additional holiday for length of service Employee-assisted programme Group life assurance (Death in service) Will-writing assistance scheme Company pool cars at HQ Payroll giving scheme enabling you to support charities of your choice through tax-efficient salary donations Health cash plan, covering everyday health treatments On-site trained mental health and well-being champions Monthly lunch club (on us) Discounted retail vouchers via employee savings platform Comprehensive wellness programmes Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption benefits Electric car scheme & on-site EV charging Cycle to Work Scheme Eye examination scheme Financial contribution to the setup of work-from-home environments Use of new and leading technology in the form of Apple products Frequent company-funded social events Office closure between Christmas & New Year Access to continuous learning and development opportunities Comprehensive employee referral scheme Casual Dress Code Free healthy snacks & barista coffee In addition to the above, you'll have access to our 'take your pick' benefits scheme, which is tailored specifically to you and includes: Enhanced pension payments Retail vouchers Private medical insurance Dental plan Enhanced Health Cash Plan If you're selected, we'll guide you through the following checks as part of our offer process: DBS Check: Verification of criminal records. Right to Work: Confirmation of legal work eligibility. References: Automated verification based on HMRC records. At Beyond, we celebrate diversity and are committed to being an equal-opportunity employer. We welcome candidates from all walks of life. If you need any accommodations during the application process, please don't hesitate to call or email us.
Aug 22, 2026
Full time
In-house Legal Counsel Reports to: Chief Financial Officer Location: Hybrid -Newmarket - 2 days on-site, 2 days WFH Hours: 32 hours across a 4-day week (no salary sacrifice) Salary: £80,000 - £90,000 Product: Group Level, Wonde, Evouchers & Secure Schools Who we are and what is important to us: Beyond unifies three technology-driven brands, Wonde, Evouchers and Secure Schools. Each brand shares a vision to reduce the friction of adapting technology, to help customers navigate an often overwhelming area and provide powerful solutions that make their everyday life easier. The three brands run independently with the autonomy to continue to prosper, although as part of the Beyond team, you'll join a wider, supportive environment where you'll be able to pull on the expertise and capabilities of the group. We do not limit ourselves to standing still. We look ahead and strive to disrupt the sector we operate in. We believe technology should not be complicated or overwhelming. It should do what it says - quickly, safely and efficiently. Job snapshot: As Beyond's Senior In-house Legal Counsel, you will be the business's go-to legal expert, working as a standalone specialist responsible for a broad range of legal matters across the group and its global, international operations. This is a hands-on, commercially minded role: you will handle day-to-day legal work yourself, provide strategic guidance at leadership level, and build the playbooks, tools, and AI-enabled processes that let the wider business handle simpler matters with confidence. This is a great opportunity for an experienced legal professional to have real ownership and influence across a growing technology group. You'll have the autonomy to shape how legal works across Beyond, work closely with senior leadership and play a key role in supporting the continued growth of our products and international operations What you'll be doing: Provide pragmatic legal advice across corporate governance, commercial contracts, data privacy, and employment-related matters, acting as the first point of contact for legal queries across the business. Draft, review, negotiate, and be the first point of contact for a variety of commercial global contracts across all of Beyond's products, taking personal ownership of the more complex, high-value, or novel agreements, including SaaS agreements, licensing agreements, and partnership deals. Support the building out of a commercial contract playbook and provide training so the sales team has the knowledge and confidence to handle less complex contracts themselves, using AI tools to support consistency, speed, and quality control. Lead the control and management of a Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM) system across Beyond's product range, owning templates, workflows, and approval routes, and using it to give the business clear visibility of contract status and risk. Identify and implement opportunities to use AI to automate legal work where it is safe and appropriate to do so. Advise on risk management and dispute resolution, ensuring minimal legal exposure for Beyond. Stay updated on relevant legal developments in the tech industry, particularly around data protection (GDPR) and other emerging regulatory frameworks. Act as a liaison with external legal counsel on specialised issues and litigation matters when required. Serve as a trusted advisor to internal departments, including HR, Information Security, Finance, and Product, to align legal advice with Beyond's objectives. What we're hoping you'll bring: UK-qualified lawyer, with several years' post-qualification experience, ideally including in-house time within a technology or SaaS business. Comfortable operating as a standalone legal function, taking full ownership of a wide range of responsibilities without close oversight. Ability to balance legal risks with commercial objectives and offer pragmatic, business-friendly solutions. Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build trust and rapport across different teams. Commercially savvy with a deep understanding of the tech industry and its evolving legal landscape. Good working knowledge & understanding of data protection laws (GDPR, CCPA) and related privacy regulations, especially how they apply to tech products and services. Hands-on experience with a Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM) system, ideally having owned, implemented, or embedded one. A genuine interest in using AI and legal technology to work more efficiently, with the judgement to identify where automation can safely replace manual legal work and where it cannot. Solid experience advising on regulatory issues, ensuring Beyond remains compliant with evolving legal requirements. Excellent written and verbal communication, with the ability to convey complex legal issues clearly and concisely to non-legal stakeholders. A solution-oriented mindset, capable of offering practical legal advice that balances risk with commercial priorities. A self-starter who takes initiative and can handle a wide range of responsibilities without constant oversight, with a readiness to engage in both strategic and day-to-day legal tasks. High attention to detail in legal drafting, review, and compliance, ensuring accuracy and thoroughness in all legal matters. Comfortable working in a fast-moving, ever-changing environment, with the ability to pivot quickly and manage competing priorities under tight deadlines. A high level of integrity, maintaining confidentiality, and ensuring the company's best interests are upheld at all times. What you'll get: Beyond is much more than just a place to work. It is a place to grow, innovate, excel and learn. We have tech people, creative people and people people, all focused on providing a superior customer experience. We value, support and champion those we work with - promoting personal growth and happiness. We get that our success is dependent on the collective energy, intelligence and contributions of all our team members and we are committed to ensuring our work environment is the best it can be. We value your commitment and have worked hard to create adaptable and comprehensive benefits packages to suit individual needs, although you can expect the below as standard: 4-day working week Flexible working schedule/work-from-home opportunities On-site gym facilities at HQ Buying and selling holiday scheme Additional holiday for length of service Employee-assisted programme Group life assurance (Death in service) Will-writing assistance scheme Company pool cars at HQ Payroll giving scheme enabling you to support charities of your choice through tax-efficient salary donations Health cash plan, covering everyday health treatments On-site trained mental health and well-being champions Monthly lunch club (on us) Discounted retail vouchers via employee savings platform Comprehensive wellness programmes Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption benefits Electric car scheme & on-site EV charging Cycle to Work Scheme Eye examination scheme Financial contribution to the setup of work-from-home environments Use of new and leading technology in the form of Apple products Frequent company-funded social events Office closure between Christmas & New Year Access to continuous learning and development opportunities Comprehensive employee referral scheme Casual Dress Code Free healthy snacks & barista coffee In addition to the above, you'll have access to our 'take your pick' benefits scheme, which is tailored specifically to you and includes: Enhanced pension payments Retail vouchers Private medical insurance Dental plan Enhanced Health Cash Plan If you're selected, we'll guide you through the following checks as part of our offer process: DBS Check: Verification of criminal records. Right to Work: Confirmation of legal work eligibility. References: Automated verification based on HMRC records. At Beyond, we celebrate diversity and are committed to being an equal-opportunity employer. We welcome candidates from all walks of life. If you need any accommodations during the application process, please don't hesitate to call or email us.
Hiscox Underwriting Group Services Ltd (HUGS)
City, York
Job Type: Permanent. Build a brilliant future with Hiscox. Role: Global Category Manager. Reporting to: Head of Business Services Sourcing. Position Overview Following a period of rapid growth, Hiscox has around 3,000 employees across a number of business units and countries and is deploying a new platform Hiscox Marketplace for procurement, vendor management and payments across all regions. It is an exciting time to be joining Hiscox. With sponsorship from the Board, Procurement has a key role in supporting the delivery of the Fit for 10X program, a plan to ensure Hiscox is best placed for significant expansion over the next 5 years. The Global Category Manager (Legal Services and Insurance) will lead the end to end category strategy, sourcing and commercial governance for legal services spend as well as the Insurance policies for the Hiscox Group (notably Cyber, Professional Indemnity and Directors and Officers). The role delivers measurable value through cost optimisation, demand management, service quality and innovation, while ensuring compliance with internal policies and applicable regulations. The role will be supported with Category Analysts based in Lisbon. The role will establish relationships with stakeholders across the UK and Europe/US to ensure that procurement is aligned to deliver the benefits of Hiscox Marketplace and the Fit For 10X business objectives. Where sourcing activity is material, high profile or high risk then the Global Category Manager will lead the procurement activity from market analysis through to contract signature. They will also provide advice and support to the business when managing vendors on a day to day basis. The role will be accountable for improving spend management in the Legal Services and Group Insurance categories as well as contributing to Group procurement strategy, supporting the use of Hiscox Marketplace the global procurement platform used across the business in all regions and to provide consistent and professional procurement practice. As well as maintaining and developing the Global Category Plans for Legal Services. Responsibilities Category Strategy: Develop and maintain a multi year category strategy and pipeline aligned to business priorities, demand management, and financial plans. Team Contribution: Coach junior colleagues, share best practice, and contribute to procurement standards, playbooks and training. Stakeholders: Maintain good working relationships with key stakeholders in Finance, London Market, UK Retail, US and Europe by providing expertise on contracts and Statements of Work. Influence demand, shape requirements, and drive adherence to sourcing and spend control processes via the use of the Legal Services panel and other supplier panels as appropriate. Sourcing & Tendering: Plan and execute end to end sourcing activities (RFI/RFP/RFQ/Spot Bid), evaluation, negotiation and contract award in line with governance requirements. Commercial Leadership: Negotiate commercials (rates, discounts, value adds, KPIs, gainshare), define statements of work (SoWs), and ensure clear deliverables and acceptance criteria. Hiscox Marketplace: embed the use of Hiscox Marketplace and policies as required to deploy best practice based processes. Contracting & Compliance: Use of A.I. and partner with Legal and Risk to implement appropriate contractual terms (IP, confidentiality, data protection, liability, conflicts of interest, anti bribery) and ensure policy compliance. Governance: Implement appropriate controls for legal services engagements (SoW approvals, rate cards, time & materials governance, change control, and invoice validation). Supplier Management: Own strategic supplier relationships, QBRs, performance scorecards, continuous improvement plans, and issue resolution/escalations. Reporting: Use of A.I. to undertake and input into the creation of procurement MI as required and reporting such as savings and volumes of requests. Carry out any other tasks or requirements as required by Hiscox from time to time. Required Skills Commercial acumen: Strong negotiation skills; able to structure deals, manage risk/reward, and agree measurable outcomes. Analytical capability: Rate benchmarking, total cost of ownership thinking, financial modelling, and data driven decision making. Stakeholder influence: Credible at senior levels; able to challenge constructively and build alignment across competing priorities. Supplier relationship management: Balances partnership and performance; manages escalations with pace and professionalism. Contract literacy: Strong understanding of key legal services contract terms (IP, confidentiality, data protection, conflicts, liability, audit rights). Project management: Plans and executes sourcing projects to deadlines; manages evaluation, governance and approvals. Communication: Clear, concise written and verbal communication; able to present recommendations and business cases. Integrity and judgement: Applies strong ethical standards; manages confidential information appropriately. Necessary: Strong leadership skills across matrix structures. Team player at executive level: collaborate with Business Units and functional partners in Finance, and Operations across the Hiscox Business Units. Solid operational management and general business skills to project manage business teams to support delivery of procurement activity as required. Excellent communication skills in order to get the 'voice of the internal customer' and to understand the company culture and how to best communicate procurement's value to it. Qualifications and Training Degree (or equivalent experience) in business, procurement, finance, law or a related discipline. Professional procurement qualification preferred (e.g., CIPS Level 5/6 or equivalent). Desirable Contract management qualification and/or relevant compliance training (e.g., anti bribery, modern slavery, data protection). Negotiation Training. Diversity and flexible working We are committed to diversity and creating a truly inclusive culture, which we believe drives success. Hybrid working is encouraged to support a healthy work life balance; it is set by the team rather than the business to enable you to manage your own personal work life balance. This best of both worlds; structure and sociability on one hand, and independence and flexibility on the other.
Aug 22, 2026
Full time
Job Type: Permanent. Build a brilliant future with Hiscox. Role: Global Category Manager. Reporting to: Head of Business Services Sourcing. Position Overview Following a period of rapid growth, Hiscox has around 3,000 employees across a number of business units and countries and is deploying a new platform Hiscox Marketplace for procurement, vendor management and payments across all regions. It is an exciting time to be joining Hiscox. With sponsorship from the Board, Procurement has a key role in supporting the delivery of the Fit for 10X program, a plan to ensure Hiscox is best placed for significant expansion over the next 5 years. The Global Category Manager (Legal Services and Insurance) will lead the end to end category strategy, sourcing and commercial governance for legal services spend as well as the Insurance policies for the Hiscox Group (notably Cyber, Professional Indemnity and Directors and Officers). The role delivers measurable value through cost optimisation, demand management, service quality and innovation, while ensuring compliance with internal policies and applicable regulations. The role will be supported with Category Analysts based in Lisbon. The role will establish relationships with stakeholders across the UK and Europe/US to ensure that procurement is aligned to deliver the benefits of Hiscox Marketplace and the Fit For 10X business objectives. Where sourcing activity is material, high profile or high risk then the Global Category Manager will lead the procurement activity from market analysis through to contract signature. They will also provide advice and support to the business when managing vendors on a day to day basis. The role will be accountable for improving spend management in the Legal Services and Group Insurance categories as well as contributing to Group procurement strategy, supporting the use of Hiscox Marketplace the global procurement platform used across the business in all regions and to provide consistent and professional procurement practice. As well as maintaining and developing the Global Category Plans for Legal Services. Responsibilities Category Strategy: Develop and maintain a multi year category strategy and pipeline aligned to business priorities, demand management, and financial plans. Team Contribution: Coach junior colleagues, share best practice, and contribute to procurement standards, playbooks and training. Stakeholders: Maintain good working relationships with key stakeholders in Finance, London Market, UK Retail, US and Europe by providing expertise on contracts and Statements of Work. Influence demand, shape requirements, and drive adherence to sourcing and spend control processes via the use of the Legal Services panel and other supplier panels as appropriate. Sourcing & Tendering: Plan and execute end to end sourcing activities (RFI/RFP/RFQ/Spot Bid), evaluation, negotiation and contract award in line with governance requirements. Commercial Leadership: Negotiate commercials (rates, discounts, value adds, KPIs, gainshare), define statements of work (SoWs), and ensure clear deliverables and acceptance criteria. Hiscox Marketplace: embed the use of Hiscox Marketplace and policies as required to deploy best practice based processes. Contracting & Compliance: Use of A.I. and partner with Legal and Risk to implement appropriate contractual terms (IP, confidentiality, data protection, liability, conflicts of interest, anti bribery) and ensure policy compliance. Governance: Implement appropriate controls for legal services engagements (SoW approvals, rate cards, time & materials governance, change control, and invoice validation). Supplier Management: Own strategic supplier relationships, QBRs, performance scorecards, continuous improvement plans, and issue resolution/escalations. Reporting: Use of A.I. to undertake and input into the creation of procurement MI as required and reporting such as savings and volumes of requests. Carry out any other tasks or requirements as required by Hiscox from time to time. Required Skills Commercial acumen: Strong negotiation skills; able to structure deals, manage risk/reward, and agree measurable outcomes. Analytical capability: Rate benchmarking, total cost of ownership thinking, financial modelling, and data driven decision making. Stakeholder influence: Credible at senior levels; able to challenge constructively and build alignment across competing priorities. Supplier relationship management: Balances partnership and performance; manages escalations with pace and professionalism. Contract literacy: Strong understanding of key legal services contract terms (IP, confidentiality, data protection, conflicts, liability, audit rights). Project management: Plans and executes sourcing projects to deadlines; manages evaluation, governance and approvals. Communication: Clear, concise written and verbal communication; able to present recommendations and business cases. Integrity and judgement: Applies strong ethical standards; manages confidential information appropriately. Necessary: Strong leadership skills across matrix structures. Team player at executive level: collaborate with Business Units and functional partners in Finance, and Operations across the Hiscox Business Units. Solid operational management and general business skills to project manage business teams to support delivery of procurement activity as required. Excellent communication skills in order to get the 'voice of the internal customer' and to understand the company culture and how to best communicate procurement's value to it. Qualifications and Training Degree (or equivalent experience) in business, procurement, finance, law or a related discipline. Professional procurement qualification preferred (e.g., CIPS Level 5/6 or equivalent). Desirable Contract management qualification and/or relevant compliance training (e.g., anti bribery, modern slavery, data protection). Negotiation Training. Diversity and flexible working We are committed to diversity and creating a truly inclusive culture, which we believe drives success. Hybrid working is encouraged to support a healthy work life balance; it is set by the team rather than the business to enable you to manage your own personal work life balance. This best of both worlds; structure and sociability on one hand, and independence and flexibility on the other.
