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Group Accountant 12 Month Fixed Term Contract 70,000 - 80,000 + Great benefits package Cambridge Our client, a leading force within their chosen sector, has a key opening within their group finance team for a technically strong finance professional with a strong consolidation skillset. The principal purpose of the role is to ensure timely production of high-quality group consolidated monthly financial and management accounts, which are regularly reviewed by the senior executive team. In addition, the successful candidate will champion the soon to be implemented new ERP system. Key responsibilities will include: - Run the main group close process and produce the monthly group consolidated management accounts, including reviewing, and analysing intercompany reports, preparing balance sheet reconciliations, and reviewing Group cashflows. - Prepare statutory accounts for legacy group entities, including audited consolidated accounts, ensuring all statutory filing deadlines are met. - Simplify and eliminate elements of the previous holding structure, including offsetting intercompany loan balances and instruments. - Work closely with the Group Tax Manager to assess the tax implications of structural changes and maximise tax efficiencies. - Produce quarterly forecast group consolidated management accounts, annual budget and various strategic forecasts. - Review monthly financial submissions from operating businesses, liaising with colleagues to ensure compliance of reported results with Group policy. - Review the monthly management report to Senior executives. - Prepare monthly reporting financial packs for the Head Office. - Work with the Group Management Accountant and Group System Accountant to develop and evolve reporting input schedules and templates to maximise the accuracy of data entry - Work with and challenge CFO to continually improve quality of management accounting and reporting. - Provide deliverables for the Annual and Interim external audit. The successful candidate will be professionally qualified (ACA, CIMA, ACCA) and have a proven track record of producing group consolidated management accounts. They will have experienced IFRS accounting and be able to give multiple examples of when they have added value across a complex private equity funded setup. In return, our client offers a working culture that is professional but social, diverse but inclusive and an environment where effort and performance are acknowledged and rewarded accordingly. Vitae Financial Recruitment Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

As Senior HR Business Partner, you will be a key leader in the people function, driving organisational design, culture development, and complex change management programmes. You'll lead critical HR projects such as restructures and TUPE transfers, delivering practical solutions and embedding systemic maturity within a dynamic, start-up-like environment. Client Details Our client is a respected organisation within the not-for-profit sector, with a focus on delivering meaningful services to communities. As a medium-sized entity, they are committed to fostering a collaborative and professional environment that values employee contributions. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a highly purpose-driven charity making an extraordinary impact on some of society's most vulnerable people. The organisation operates with the agility of a start-up but is building systemic change and maturity, emphasising collaboration. The HR team works closely with operations, leveraging strong relationships to drive success in a challenging low-margin sector. The organisation boasts exceptional achievements, including 96% good or outstanding service quality, industry-leading colleague engagement levels across the sector and beyond. This success stems from a deep cultural commitment to colleague experience and requires the highest levels of emotional intelligence and elegance in applying HR specialisms. For the right Senior HR Business Partner, this environment offers a highly challenging, professionally rewarding opportunity to refine your skills amid the nuanced dynamics of behavioural change. Description Key Responsibilities: Organisational Restructures: Lead workforce restructures aligned with business goals, managing consultation processes with employees and unions where needed. Provide clear communication and support for affected colleagues, ensuring legal compliance and empathetic handling TUPE Transfers: Oversee TUPE transfers for both incoming and outgoing teams, coordinating with legal, operational, and HR stakeholders to ensure smooth transitions, effective communication, and integration post-transfer. Change Management Programmes: Design and deliver complex change initiatives that embed cultural and behavioural shifts across the organisation. Coach leaders and teams through change, promoting engagement and resilience. HR Projects: Lead HR initiatives that build organisational capability and improve colleague experience, including talent management, performance frameworks, and engagement strategies. Stakeholder Management: Flex your influencing style to work effectively with all stakeholders, from the CEO to frontline staff. Build strong, trusted relationships that enable collaboration and delivery. Leadership and Team Development: Be a completer and finisher-someone who delivers outcomes and motivates the HR team by setting clear direction, modelling best practice, and fostering a supportive environment. Compliance and Best Practice: Maintain up-to-date knowledge of employment law and HR best practices, ensuring policies and procedures reflect current standards and organisational values. Profile The ideal candidate will be immediately available/able to start in September at the latest and have the following: Strong technical understanding of organisational design, culture, and change management, with proven experience in delivering restructures, TUPE transfers, and complex change programmes. Ability to flex your leadership style to engage all levels of the organisation-from executive leadership to frontline colleagues-building trust and influence across diverse teams. A completer and finisher who drives delivery and accountability, able to lead and inspire the HR team effectively. Experience working in regulated environments such as Health & Social Care, Housing, large charities, retail, or hospitality sectors. Exceptional emotional intelligence with a collaborative, humble approach that rejects hierarchy and values purpose and impact. Comfortable working in a fast-moving, start-up style culture while embedding long-term systemic improvements. Job Offer c 75,000 pa + benefits A 12-month fixed term contract with flexible remote working. Weekly travel between Manchester and London to collaborate with leadership and operational teams. The chance to work in a purpose-led organisation where your HR expertise drives real societal impact. A supportive, high-performing team culture that values collaboration, humility, and professional growth. If you are ready to take on a rewarding role as a Senior HR Business Partner within the not-for-profit sector, we encourage you to apply today!

An excellent opportunity has become available with a business in Macclesfield which we are delighted to represent on an exclusive basis. The role is for a Accounts Receivable Executive on a 12 month fixed term contract basis with hybrid working, requiring 1 day per week in the office. Responsibilities of the role will include: Reporting to the AR Team Leader, this will primarily be a Sales Ledger role, managing the sales ledger and invoices for the UK and US entities. Working with the Cash Applications team to advise on client receipts and remittances Month end ledger and balance sheets reconciliations Sending sales invoices using finance platforms Maintaining email inboxes answering internal and external queries Credit Control of the UK and Canada entities General support to finance analysts Ad-hoc project work As the successful candidate you will have: Previous experience in a similar role Experienced in using Microsoft Excel to a high level. Excellent time management skills with the ability to re-assess priorities in a quick paced environment and to use own initiative. Excellent attention to detail. Ability to build good working relationships. Excellent communication and teamwork skills. Benefits of the position include: Excellent hybrid options with 1-2 days per week in the office. Unlimited annual leave holiday policy Enhanced company pension (10% employer contribution) Bupa insurance Summer/Winter parties Various discounts

Operations Manager, Artificial General Intelligence Data Services Job ID: Evi Technologies Limited This position is a full-time 12 months fixed term contract. AI is the most transformational technology of our time, capable of tackling some of humanity's most challenging problems. Amazon is investing in generative AI and the responsible development and deployment of large language models (LLMs) across all of our businesses. Come build the future of human-technology interaction with us. We are seeking an experienced Operations Manager to join our team in London. Key job responsibilities - Develop and drive the overall direction, coordination, service delivery and evaluation of Data Services operations activities - Set the vision, direction and culture of their teams by managing individual and team performance expectations and goals, monitoring real time service levels and schedule adherence, and holding their teams accountable to meet and exceed performance targets - Collaborate with internal partners to build input-focused operating plans for achievement of key measures - Create a culture where accountability, transparency and collaboration are the norm and where rapid deep dives into root causes of defects is a standard operating practice - Develop, implement, or change processes as necessary to allow ADS to scale at an accelerated pace, while managing cost and, without impacting customer experience - Implement bar-raising programs aimed at hiring and developing top talent and build career development road-map for site operations teams - Inspire front line teams to go beyond the standard "call of duty" to find creative solutions for our product issues; encourage risk-taking and advocacy on behalf of product teams. - Create closed-loop feedback processes where data associates are encouraged to be active participants in identifying opportunities for improvements to customer experience, workplace conditions, and internal tools. - Work with finance & operations leadership team to develop, support manage the annual expense budget and build collaborative relationships with partner organizations. - Responsible for creating a coaching culture across the site where formal and informal coaching opportunities are availed of - Foster a work environment that respects and is responsive to the needs of a diverse staff - Achieve site-wide improvements in Operations, Quality, Productivity, Cost, Customer experience and People metrics. - Build partnerships with internal and external teams to collaborate and drive measurable improvements in areas that cause customer pain and data associate frustration. - Improve the experience of the data associates & managers as measured by improvements in attrition and employee engagement surveys. - Work with Operations Engineering leadership / Engineering managers to clearly articulate feature requirements for associate tool sets, user interfaces, and business logic for the efficient handling of work volumes. A day in the life Ops Manager is accountable for the overall direction and operations of Cambridge site, creating a culture of customer obsession, high performance and high quality throughput. With operations managers and team managers as direct reports this role enables the achievement of service levels, performance & cost goals and successful program implementation. You work in an ever-changing environment where every day brings ambiguously defined problems, new challenges and new opportunities. You are able to balance strategic thinking with detailed execution and solid cross-functional collaborative results-oriented work. This position involves regular communication with senior management on project status and risks. People Management, cross-team coordination, project management and executive presentation skills are essential. About the team We are building the speech and language solutions behind Amazon Echo and other Alexa-enabled products and services. ADS' mission is to provide high-quality labelled data for machine learning (ML) technologies. BASIC QUALIFICATIONS - Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Science, Supply Chain, or Operations related fields - Experience with people management and operations leadership - Experience in a management role in a technical/customer service/data operations environment - Experience of creating and contributing to strategic planning processes - Experience in managing cost center - Experience in leading large teams to high levels of performance - Experience in developing future leaders and creating tailored succession plans - Experience as a project owner / sponsor for strategic step change initiatives and enabling innovative thinking in project teams - Experience working on MS Excel, analysing data and presenting to senior management PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS - Master's degree - Experience in leading speech data operations - Exhibits excellent judgment - Demonstrated passion and obsession for customers while maintaining a lean, highly productive operation - Experience hiring and developing great people/leaders - Experience in building a culture of empowerment, accountability and continuous improvement - Has relentlessly high standards - Proven ability to think strategically, but stay on top of tactical execution - Expects and requires innovation of her/his team and creates an environment that fosters creative thinking - Excellent verbal and written communication skills across all organizational levels - Proven ability to make and implement decisions - Degree in management or linguistics field desirable Amazon is an equal opportunities employer. 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Associate Director, Strategy Application Deadline: 23 July 2025 Department: Strategy Employment Type: Fixed Term - Part Time Location: Manchester Reporting To: Head of Strategy Compensation: £49,000 / year Description We're looking for an experienced strategy professional with a demonstrable track record of managing strategy and public affairs projects to join the team on a fixed term basis. 12-month fixed term contract, 0.9 FTE . This is an exciting time to join the team at Ambition Institute. For almost 15 years, we and our predecessor charities have been delivering high quality professional development programmes to educators serving disadvantaged communities. We are now working with more teachers and school leaders than ever before, annually delivering programmes to over 50,000 educators nationwide. As part of our long-term strategy we are exploring new ways to help schools and trusts tackle their biggest challenges, from recruiting and retaining teachers, to giving the best education to children with special educational needs and disabilities. As Associate Director, Strategy, you will be responsible for leading and implementing complex strategic projects across the organisation, playing a vital role in organisational decision making. Projects will involve, influencing sector policy and practice including through strategic communications, and developing and implementing internal strategies. You will be a confident writer, able to produce content for multiple audiences and channels. From proposals for senior leaders, to briefings for partners or compelling articles for leaders in the sector. Who are Ambition Institute? A great teacher changes the future every day. Especially for children who have had a tough start in life, a teacher can be the critical factor in their success. At Ambition Institute we help schools tackling educational disadvantage to keep getting better and help their teachers and school leaders to become more expert over time. That's how we'll make sure every child gets a great education and the best possible start in life. We train teachers and leaders at all levels to get better at the things that make the biggest difference: what you teach, how you teach it, and how you create the conditions for schools to thrive. We share what works. Everyone can benefit from evidence of how great teaching and leadership can improve schools and change lives, so we connect people to the latest research and best practice. We champion every teacher and school leader's potential to develop, as the driving force for sustainable school improvement. Key Responsibilities: Lead the defining of new strategy projects to deliver our long-term strategy Lead the delivery of complex strategy projects Lead the planning, development and drafting of complex reports Carry out quantitative and qualitative analysis using a range of sources to support strategic projects Facilitate highly effective meetings and workshops Establish and oversee the implementation of robust approaches, processes, tools, and methodologies Provide thought partnership to senior colleagues across the organisation Support the professional development of the wider strategy team Working in a hybrid way, you'll be attached to either our Birmingham, London or Manchester office and will report to Head of Strategy. In line with our current ways of working, you'll be expected to be in the office at least 1 day a month, in addition to team days and this may be reviewed by Ambition. Skills, Knowledge and Experience Essential Our successful candidate will, of course, demonstrate their commitment to the mission to improve the education and outcomes of children from disadvantaged backgrounds. They will also be able to demonstrate the following qualifications, skills and experience: Structured problem solver: track record of independently approaching complex problems in a structured way, leveraging evidence, business and financial acumen, and logical reasoning to support strong recommendations. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills: demonstrates strong verbal and written communication across a diverse set of stakeholders, and the ability to take people with them. Track record of producing papers with impact independently for Executive Committee and Board of Trustees stakeholders. Proactive relationship builder and stakeholder manager: experience of developing positive relationships across diverse stakeholders and different teams; skilled in effectively managing upwards to agree expectations with Directors and Executive Committee stakeholders. Capable of influencing appropriately, including with senior stakeholders Experience of initiating and delivering projects: able to design a rigorous and realistic path to implement a project (e.g., by constructing a workplan with sensible sequencing, milestones, and KPIs) and to lead the end-to-end project with outstanding attention to detail to ensure work is completed to a high standard and to the deadline. Confidence to escalate appropriately. Strong quantitative thinker: a 'numbers' person who has extensive experience with carrying out data modelling and data analysis to support strategic decision-making and enjoys the challenging of manipulating large data sets to produce meaningful information. Experience of managing multiple projects at a time: comfortable responding to uncertainty or change to achieve positive outcomes. Able to juggle potentially conflicting priorities with skill and confidence. Managing up: the credibility and confidence to advise, challenge and hold to account senior stakeholders. Advanced proficiency in MS PowerPoint and MS Excel. Desirable Experience in influencing senior stakeholders at Executive Committee level. Experience in coaching junior colleagues to develop their strategic skillset. Experience in the education sector. What's in it for you .? Competitive annual salary Professional development for all staff 25 days' annual leave, plus bank holidays and 'winter shut down' at the end of December/beginning of January Employer pension contribution of 11% Agile, hybrid working culture, so you can manage when and where you work Staff affinity networks that help keep equality, diversity and inclusion at the heart of our work Blind recruitment process to ensure equality and fairness in our hiring Enhanced maternity pay after a year's service Shared parental leave package Access to free, confidential 24/7 wellbeing and support line Comfortable and collaborative workspaces in the city centres of Manchester, Birmingham and London Work-from-home technology package to support hybrid working Interest free season ticket / bike loans We don't expect the person we hire to have all of the following, but this should give you a sense of what would enable you to thrive in this role and in our organisation: You care deeply about educational disadvantage and being part of an organisation that challenges inequality You have a good work ethic and strive to make a difference in the job you do You always give maximum effort to understand and meet the needs of our partners and participants You always have a great attitude so we "can do" for all our colleagues, partners and participants You are open to feedback and learning because we want to keep getting better You work with your initiative to bring new ideas and a fresh perspective You are well organised and can prioritise work that will have the greatest impact You want a career with a person-centred organisation with a cause at its heart. You have a collaborative work ethos, bring warmth and good humour to work and constructive outlook to every situation You enjoy working in a fast-moving workplace, with a great support structure around you You would like to grow with an ambitious organisation as it progresses over time Want flexibility in how you work - splitting your time between one of our offices and remote working and managing your own working patterns to get the job done. Applications will be accepted for all office locations. All applications must be received by the closing date 23:59 on 23 July 2025. Interview are expected to take place on 4 August 2025 and 5 August 2025 We recognise that AI function tools (i.e. ChatGPT or other generative AI tools) are here to stay and can be helpful for applications e.g. to assist in researching for application responses and to shorten your first draft. However, we are observing a growing trend in the use of AI, and we would caution applicants against relying too heavily on such tools when drafting responses. The pitfall of such tools is that they produce generic responses that don't showcase individuality, specific experiences or real-life examples. This usually results in applications being unsuccessful. We want to evaluate your response, and we will be looking for answers that use examples and experiences that are clearly specific to you. You are more likely to successfully demonstrate your soft skills like communication and teamwork when preparing answers to application questions yourself and this helps mitigate the unintended consequences of AI-generated responses. If we suspect you have used AI inappropriately . click apply for full job details

Associate Director, Strategy Application Deadline: 23 July 2025 Department: Strategy Employment Type: Fixed Term - Part Time Location: London Reporting To: Head of Strategy Compensation: £49,000 / year Description We're looking for an experienced strategy professional with a demonstrable track record of managing strategy and public affairs projects to join the team on a fixed term basis. 12-month fixed term contract, 0.9 FTE . This is an exciting time to join the team at Ambition Institute. For almost 15 years, we and our predecessor charities have been delivering high quality professional development programmes to educators serving disadvantaged communities. We are now working with more teachers and school leaders than ever before, annually delivering programmes to over 50,000 educators nationwide. As part of our long-term strategy we are exploring new ways to help schools and trusts tackle their biggest challenges, from recruiting and retaining teachers, to giving the best education to children with special educational needs and disabilities. As Associate Director, Strategy, you will be responsible for leading and implementing complex strategic projects across the organisation, playing a vital role in organisational decision making. Projects will involve, influencing sector policy and practice including through strategic communications, and developing and implementing internal strategies. You will be a confident writer, able to produce content for multiple audiences and channels. From proposals for senior leaders, to briefings for partners or compelling articles for leaders in the sector. Who are Ambition Institute? A great teacher changes the future every day. Especially for children who have had a tough start in life, a teacher can be the critical factor in their success. At Ambition Institute we help schools tackling educational disadvantage to keep getting better and help their teachers and school leaders to become more expert over time. That's how we'll make sure every child gets a great education and the best possible start in life. We train teachers and leaders at all levels to get better at the things that make the biggest difference: what you teach, how you teach it, and how you create the conditions for schools to thrive. We share what works. Everyone can benefit from evidence of how great teaching and leadership can improve schools and change lives, so we connect people to the latest research and best practice. We champion every teacher and school leader's potential to develop, as the driving force for sustainable school improvement. Key Responsibilities: Lead the defining of new strategy projects to deliver our long-term strategy Lead the delivery of complex strategy projects Lead the planning, development and drafting of complex reports Carry out quantitative and qualitative analysis using a range of sources to support strategic projects Facilitate highly effective meetings and workshops Establish and oversee the implementation of robust approaches, processes, tools, and methodologies Provide thought partnership to senior colleagues across the organisation Support the professional development of the wider strategy team Working in a hybrid way, you'll be attached to either our Birmingham, London or Manchester office and will report to Head of Strategy. In line with our current ways of working, you'll be expected to be in the office at least 1 day a month, in addition to team days and this may be reviewed by Ambition. Skills, Knowledge and Experience Essential Our successful candidate will, of course, demonstrate their commitment to the mission to improve the education and outcomes of children from disadvantaged backgrounds. They will also be able to demonstrate the following qualifications, skills and experience: Structured problem solver: track record of independently approaching complex problems in a structured way, leveraging evidence, business and financial acumen, and logical reasoning to support strong recommendations. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills: demonstrates strong verbal and written communication across a diverse set of stakeholders, and the ability to take people with them. Track record of producing papers with impact independently for Executive Committee and Board of Trustees stakeholders. Proactive relationship builder and stakeholder manager: experience of developing positive relationships across diverse stakeholders and different teams; skilled in effectively managing upwards to agree expectations with Directors and Executive Committee stakeholders. Capable of influencing appropriately, including with senior stakeholders Experience of initiating and delivering projects: able to design a rigorous and realistic path to implement a project (e.g., by constructing a workplan with sensible sequencing, milestones, and KPIs) and to lead the end-to-end project with outstanding attention to detail to ensure work is completed to a high standard and to the deadline. Confidence to escalate appropriately. Strong quantitative thinker: a 'numbers' person who has extensive experience with carrying out data modelling and data analysis to support strategic decision-making and enjoys the challenging of manipulating large data sets to produce meaningful information. Experience of managing multiple projects at a time: comfortable responding to uncertainty or change to achieve positive outcomes. Able to juggle potentially conflicting priorities with skill and confidence. Managing up: the credibility and confidence to advise, challenge and hold to account senior stakeholders. Advanced proficiency in MS PowerPoint and MS Excel. Desirable Experience in influencing senior stakeholders at Executive Committee level. Experience in coaching junior colleagues to develop their strategic skillset. Experience in the education sector. What's in it for you .? Competitive annual salary Professional development for all staff 25 days' annual leave, plus bank holidays and 'winter shut down' at the end of December/beginning of January Employer pension contribution of 11% Agile, hybrid working culture, so you can manage when and where you work Staff affinity networks that help keep equality, diversity and inclusion at the heart of our work Blind recruitment process to ensure equality and fairness in our hiring Enhanced maternity pay after a year's service Shared parental leave package Access to free, confidential 24/7 wellbeing and support line Comfortable and collaborative workspaces in the city centres of Manchester, Birmingham and London Work-from-home technology package to support hybrid working Interest free season ticket / bike loans We don't expect the person we hire to have all of the following, but this should give you a sense of what would enable you to thrive in this role and in our organisation: You care deeply about educational disadvantage and being part of an organisation that challenges inequality You have a good work ethic and strive to make a difference in the job you do You always give maximum effort to understand and meet the needs of our partners and participants You always have a great attitude so we "can do" for all our colleagues, partners and participants You are open to feedback and learning because we want to keep getting better You work with your initiative to bring new ideas and a fresh perspective You are well organised and can prioritise work that will have the greatest impact You want a career with a person-centred organisation with a cause at its heart. You have a collaborative work ethos, bring warmth and good humour to work and constructive outlook to every situation You enjoy working in a fast-moving workplace, with a great support structure around you You would like to grow with an ambitious organisation as it progresses over time Want flexibility in how you work - splitting your time between one of our offices and remote working and managing your own working patterns to get the job done. Applications will be accepted for all office locations. All applications must be received by the closing date 23:59 on 23 July 2025. Interview are expected to take place on 4 August 2025 and 5 August 2025 We recognise that AI function tools (i.e. ChatGPT or other generative AI tools) are here to stay and can be helpful for applications e.g. to assist in researching for application responses and to shorten your first draft. However, we are observing a growing trend in the use of AI, and we would caution applicants against relying too heavily on such tools when drafting responses. The pitfall of such tools is that they produce generic responses that don't showcase individuality, specific experiences or real-life examples. This usually results in applications being unsuccessful. We want to evaluate your response, and we will be looking for answers that use examples and experiences that are clearly specific to you. You are more likely to successfully demonstrate your soft skills like communication and teamwork when preparing answers to application questions yourself and this helps mitigate the unintended consequences of AI-generated responses. If we suspect you have used AI inappropriately . click apply for full job details

B2B Marketing Manager, CEMEA (12 month parental cover) London About us The Financial Times is one of the world's leading news organisations, globally recognised for its authority, integrity and accuracy, with a mission to deliver quality information and services worldwide.At the FT, curiosity thrives and ambitious thinking is rewarded. Here, you're given the chance to reach millions, create work that matters and deliver impartial journalism in a polarised world. In our warm, collaborative culture, you'll connect with a diverse community of experts who support your growth, career aspirations and wellbeing. Your future at the FT will be filled with opportunities that challenge and inspire you. With no fixed path, you'll discover new skills and forge a career that can take you anywhere. Build a newsworthy career at the FT. 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Key responsibilities Develop and own the marketing plan for Central Europe, Middle East and Africa to meet new business objectives Establish a close working relationship with key stakeholders within the business, in particular the sales and customer success teams Manage a marketing executive to implement campaign activity. Also requires close collaboration with other marketers globally Implement marketing campaign tactics and manage the end-to-end process within agreed timescales and budgets, from building target audiences, copywriting, working with the design team, booking ads, forming partnerships, and sending emails Update website landing pages and other digital assets promoting FT Professional products with localised messaging as appropriate for regional markets Organise participation in events or webinars including lead generation strategy, logistics, delivery of promotional materials, and pre- and post-event outreach Work with the sales development team to help qualify senior level leads from marketing campaigns and events Utilise marketing automation through Marketo and Salesforce to track leads and ensure marketing activity can be measured Ensure effective communication internally within the FT through the use of digital and in-person tools Measure effectiveness of marketing effort and undertake analysis to make recommendations or changes, identify new opportunities, and improve marketing processes. Required skills and experience Over 5 years of experience developing and implementing B2B marketing strategies, with strong digital, event, and content marketing skills Proven ability to manage a team and collaborate cross-functionally, particularly with direct sales teams Skilled in using data, segmentation, and analysis to drive decision-making and create targeted messaging Strong project management capabilities, with a focus on deadlines, budgets, and delivering measurable results Experienced in managing third-party suppliers and producing high-quality marketing collateral Effective communicator with solid copywriting abilities and a customer-focused approach Proficient in CRM, marketing automation tools, and applying core marketing principles across channels Preferred Exposure to and knowledge of the media and publishing industry CRM experience, particularly and Marketo Additional languages a plus What's in it for you? 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Job Title: Marketing Planning and Operations Director Location: London (Hybrid, 3 days in office) Contract: 6 month potential extension Hours: Monday- Friday Contract Type: Full-time Role Overview: We are seeking a Marketing Planning and Operations Director to join Barclays UK (BUK) within the Marketing Centre of Excellence. This role is responsible for developing and leading marketing strategy and planning processes that drive commercial performance, brand growth, and customer outcomes. You will shape short- and long-term marketing plans, manage investment performance, and ensure strategic alignment across BUK segments, products, and executive stakeholders. You'll work closely with Marketing, Design, Finance, Insights, and external partners to deliver world-class marketing strategies and execution. Key Responsibilities Marketing Strategy & Planning: Lead development of annual and mid-term marketing strategy aligned to customer and commercial goals. Oversee delivery of the annual marketing plan and input into strategic business planning (STP & MTP). Ensure strategy is informed by market research, customer insight, and competitor analysis. Performance Measurement & ROI: Own marketing measurement, reporting performance to Finance, BUK ExCo, and product forums. Drive optimisation of marketing investment through quarterly and long-term planning cycles. Use data and analytics to inform decisions and improve outcomes. Team Operations & Governance: Manage the rolling BUK marketing plan across teams using platforms like Workfront for resource oversight. Lead cost optimisation and supplier governance to ensure effective and compliant delivery. Define the team's operating model to execute against strategic objectives. Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement: Partner with senior marketing stakeholders and cross-functional leaders to align on strategic initiatives. Ensure consistent and effective communication across key touchpoints throughout the planning lifecycle. Director-Level Expectations Lead a major business function or programme with strategic influence across BUK. Guide and coach senior leaders and specialists, building a high-performing, inclusive culture. Act as a key spokesperson for the marketing function, representing Barclays externally when needed. Drive policy development, budgeting, and risk management within your area of accountability. Influence senior decisions at Group level and represent marketing in organisation-wide initiatives. Monitor industry and regulatory trends, bringing insight and innovation into Barclays UK's marketing plans. Skills & Experience Required Proven leadership experience in strategic marketing, planning, or brand management. Commercially focused, with strong experience managing budgets and maximising ROI. Strong analytical capability, using insights to shape strategy and performance tracking. Excellent communication and influencing skills, particularly with senior stakeholders. Experience managing complex cross-functional marketing processes in large organisations. Understanding of customer behaviour, segmentation, and brand positioning. Desirable Skills / Preferred Qualifications Knowledge of agile delivery methodologies and tools like Workfront. Experience across both brand and digital marketing. Passion for innovation, continuous improvement, and embracing new ways of working. Strong understanding of competitor and multi-industry marketing strategies. Experience building and developing effective leadership teams and succession plans. About Barclays Barclays is a British universal bank. It is diversified by business, by different types of customers and clients, and by geography. Barclays businesses include consumer banking and payments operations around the world, as well as a top-tier, full-service, global corporate and investment bank, all of which are supported by its service company which provides technology, operations, and functional services across the Group. Values Everything Barclays does is shaped by its five values of Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence, and Stewardship . The Barclays values inform the foundations of its relationships with customers and clients, but they also shape how Barclays measures and rewards the performance of colleagues. Simply put, success is not just about what you achieve, but about how you achieve it. Diversity Barclays aims to foster a culture where individuals of all backgrounds feel confident in bringing their whole selves to work, feel included, and their talents are nurtured, empowering them to contribute fully to Barclays' vision and goals. Hybrid At Barclays, we offer a hybrid working experience that blends the positives of working alongside colleagues at our onsite locations, together with working from home. We have a structured approach where colleagues work at an onsite location on fixed, 'anchor', days of the week, for a minimum of two days a week or more, as set by the business area (or nearest equivalent if working part-time hours). Please discuss the working pattern requirements for the role you are applying for with the hiring manager. Please note that as we continue to embed our hybrid working environment, we remain in a test and learn phase, which means that working arrangements may be subject to change on reasonable notice to ensure we meet the needs of our business. Your Benefits As a contract employee of Randstad Sourceright, you'll receive a wide range of financial and personal benefits. There's enrolment in a pension plan (after 12 weeks on assignment) and holiday pay . You'll also get 24/7 access to an Employee Assistance Programme , designed to help you deal with any problems that could be affecting your home or work life. Plus, there are discounts at a wide range of high street shops, restaurants, and entertainment venues - from Asda to Zizzi Italian restaurants.

Head of Governance and Risk Contract: fixed term contract for 12-14 months Full time with hybrid working available Location: South East England Salary: circa 75,000k Our client, a prominent organisation in the housing sector, seeks a passionate and experienced Head of Governance & Risk. This is a key role ensuring the organisation operates within a robust governance framework, providing essential risk management, assurance oversight, and professional guidance as Company Secretary to the CEO and Board. Key Responsibilities Deliver an effective Risk and Governance Function including strategic oversight of assurance for compliance and governance. Provide expert guidance to the CEO and Board as Company Secretary and deliver an efficient service across corporate governance, risk management, data protection and procurement services. Maintain compliance with corporate governance standards and regulatory requirements. Maintain and enhance risk management framework including internal controls framework. Lead the coordination of Business Continuity Planning for the organisation. Work collaboratively with colleagues to ensure that management decisions take account of risk. Responsible for the data protection function ensuring the organisation remains compliant with data protection regulations. Oversee the procurement function across the organisation ensuring value for money and compliance with procurement legislation. Candidate Requirements Qualified or part qualified Company Secretary or demonstrable experience in a regulated sector. Substantial experience leading governance, risk management and assurance and data protection. A thorough understanding of corporate governance in the housing sector is essential, along with experience in advising Boards and Executive Leaders on governance matters. Previous experience in developing and overseeing risk management frameworks. Experience in managing data protection. Excellent communication skills with the ability to convey complex technical information in a way to foster a positive risk-based approach to stakeholders including Board and Executive team. If you would like to discuss this role further and receive a copy of the role profile then we would love to hear from you, please click apply online today and a member of the team will be in touch. Adecco is a disability-confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

Paralegal Land Acquisition Contract: 12 months FTC Location: Davies and Partners Solicitors, Rowan house, Barnett Way, Barnwood, Gloucester. GL4 3RT Salary: Competitive Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am 5:30pm, 37.5 hours per week Davies and Partners Solicitors is a well-established law firm with over 30 years experience. It has a national reputation for excellence in the Property sector and strength in depth in a wide selection of other legal services for businesses & individuals. There are 5 offices in Gloucester, Bristol, Birmingham, London and Devon. Davies and Partners Solicitors strongly believe that their staff are the heart of the company and are therefore driven to ensure that all employees experience and maintain a good work-life balance. To work alongside the Legal Directors and solicitors in the department providing a full and efficient service, on a fixed term contract for up to 12 months, within the department to assist with the conveyancing of land and affordable housing, exercising confidentiality and client care at all times. Key Duties and Responsibilities To carry out and be responsible for day to day conduct of Land Acquisition and related work files under the supervision of the Legal Director; Opening new files as and when instructed; Collating title, planning and other development information and liaising with and/or meeting clients Photocopying of large plans and other documents; Managing incoming and outgoing telephone calls, e-mails and faxes as required; Updating databases and directories where appropriate; Audio typing of standard letters, contracts and documents; Assisting with responses to enquiries; Checking Legal Documents for quality, consistency and content; Ensuring files are kept tidy and up-to-date; Preparation of SDLT forms for submission to HMRC; Preparation of forms for submission to HM Land Registry; Preparation of completion statements, spreadsheets and all other paperwork in readiness for completion; Closing and archiving files when matter is completed. Checking nil balance with Accounts and confirming destruction date with Fee Earner. Legal Research The following tasks provide a general overview of the types of activity, the candidate will be expected to engage in or oversee on a day-to-day basis. The tasks are not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities as all employees are required to be flexible, dynamic and have the capacity to think creatively when presented with challenges. Your job title does not define or limit your duties and you may be required to carry out other work within your abilities from time to time at our request. We reserve the right to introduce changes in line with technological developments which may impact upon your job duties or methods of working. This role meets the requirements in respect of exempted questions under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. This role will require applicants who are offered employment to be subject to a criminal record check from the Disclosure and Barring Service before the appointment is confirmed. This will include details of cautions, reprimands or final warnings as well as convictions. Equal Opportunities Davies and Partners Solicitors provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable national laws. Davies and Partners Solicitors complies with applicable national laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Personal Specification Legal Status: Appropriate DBS disclosure will be required prior to confirmation of appointment Right to live and work in the UK e.g. valid UK passport or appropriate visa/work permits Education/Qualifications: Law Degree or equivalent is preferable GCSE Level 5 (Grade C) or above in English Skills/Knowledge: Experience within a Legal Assistant or Paralegal role Knowledge of Land law is preferable Self-organised and proactive Ability to take responsibility and solve problems Attention to detail Ability to maintain client confidentiality Adaptable to the needs of the business as changes occur during the operational requirements Competent in the effective use of Information and Communications Technologies (ICT) The ability to prioritise, meet deadlines, and work under pressure Excellent interpersonal, communication and presentation skills You may also have experience in the following roles: Property Paralegal, Real Estate Paralegal, Conveyancing Paralegal, Legal Assistant Property, Land Law Paralegal, Residential Conveyancing Paralegal, Commercial Property Paralegal, Planning Law Paralegal, Development Paralegal, Affordable Housing Paralegal, Property Transactions Paralegal, Title and Search Paralegal, Legal Executive Property, Plot Sales Paralegal, Property Litigation Paralegal, etc. REF-(Apply online only)

Reward Specialist We are recruiting for a Reward Specialist on a 12-month fixed term contract on a hybrid basis, based out Birmingham. Your role will provide a range of advisory, analytical and operational expertise covering all aspects of reward including project management of BAU activity, benefits and pensions administration, remuneration benchmarking, job evaluation, governance forecasting and reporting requirements, and be the main point of contact for all reward related queries. As a Reward Specialist, you will need to have/be: Skills: Proficient in analysing and presenting complex data tailored to the audience. Advanced IT skills, particularly in MS Excel. Expertise in Hay Job Evaluation methodology. High attention to detail, accuracy, and discretion. Strong time management and prioritisation capabilities. Skilled in building effective relationships with teams and stakeholders for advisory and technical service delivery. Experience in project management and report writing. Knowledge: Degree-level qualification (or equivalent experience) in a relevant field. Proficient in pay and organisational design principles and processes. Knowledge of HRIS and finance systems. Ability to interpret and communicate Hay Job Evaluation outcomes. Understanding of planning, meeting deadlines, and integrating reward into wider HR strategies. Experience: Advising on reward matters to HR leaders and line managers. Operational experience in a reward team within complex, fast-paced environments. Leading annual pay reviews. Data analysis using internal and external databases. Working with salary survey providers (e.g., Hay Korn Ferry, WTW), including interpretation, pay range analysis, and modelling. Managing external supplier relationships, monitoring SLA performance, and resolving issues. Details: Rate: 34, 650 - 56, 235 Working Hours: Full time Monday - Friday Location: Birmingham/Hybrid (2 days per week in the office) Duration: 12-month fixed term contract Role of Reward Specialist: Reward Deliverables and Projects: Deliver annual reward activities (e.g., pay reviews, benefits administration, salary range reviews) through research and analysis. Lead specific reward initiatives, supporting HR and business change programmes. Advise on reward policies and processes to ensure informed, policy-compliant decisions. Develop tools, templates, and guidelines for accurate reward decision-making. Manage finance invoice reconciliation and pre-approval for effective financial control. Liaise with third-party benefit providers to address employee queries promptly. Support benefits projects (e.g., renewals, pension re-enrolment) for timely completion. Provide technical payroll support to ensure process accuracy and compliance. Reward Governance and Benchmarking: Analyse and report on executive and senior roles regularly. Coordinate remuneration reports with the Head of Reward for committee purposes. Monitor industry reward changes and provide insights to the HR team. Conduct pay modelling and annual pay range reviews. Collaborate with HR data teams for analytics and reporting, ensuring adherence to frameworks. Provide internal and external salary benchmarking to maintain parity and consistency. Job Evaluation and Job Descriptions: Manage and support job evaluation projects, including organisational design and routine activities. Advise on fair and consistent grading decisions within policy constraints. Act as a contact for senior role grading, ensuring alignment on roles' accountabilities and documentation. Maintain governance of job evaluation and description procedures, ensuring standards and accuracy. Benefits of working as a Reward Specialist: a competitive pension scheme, with up to 12 per cent employer contributions a starting salary that reflects your skills and experience a cash allowance in lieu of benefits, which means you can choose which benefits are right for you and your family core company funded benefits such as life assurance, income protection and health cash plan 25 days annual leave plus public holidays access to tax-efficient voluntary benefits scheme & retail, health, leisure, and travel offers access to an Employee Assistance Program financial and health well-being programmes