About Us Perk (formerly TravelPerk) is the intelligent platform for travel and spend management. Built to tackle the time-consuming, manual work that gets in the way of real work, our tools automate everything from travel bookings to expenses, invoice processing, and more. By eliminating this shadow work that wastes hours, erodes morale, and saps innovation, we're on a mission to power real work, with real impact. We're trusted by more than 10,000 companies worldwide, including Wise, On Running, Breitling, and Fabletics, and we're tackling the 7 hours of lost productivity per employee each week, a $1.7 trillion problem. Founded in 2015, Perk has grown into a global company of more than 1,800 people across 12 offices globally, with headquarters in London and Boston. We combine innovation, control, and simplicity to transform how businesses work and how people feel at work. At Perk, we're driven by our values, like being an owner, delivering a 7-star experience, and working as one team. We value curiosity, purpose, and mindset, not just knowledge, to unlock the power in your potential. Our talent team brings together leading minds from the travel and SaaS industries, representing over 70 countries. If you're excited about having a real impact and shaping how millions of people experience work, we'd love you on the team. Visit to learn more. The role We are seeking an experienced and motivated Sr. Tax Provision Manager to join the Tax team and oversee our consolidated income tax provision process. The ideal candidate will have experience with US GAAP ASC740 tax reporting in a public company environment including SOX controls. This position will report to the International Tax Director and will be responsible for managing and further improving Perk's corporate tax provision and on-going external reporting processes. This role will be based in London and, while we do offer certain flexibility, the responsibilities of the role require you to be in the office several days per week. What you will do Lead the US GAAP income tax provision process for Perk and its subsidiaries, including consolidating tax workings, supporting the preparation and review of financial statements, working with external auditors, and maintaining the SOX control framework for tax. Manage the the interim period and annual global income tax reporting obligations under US GAAP ASC740, including the determination of consolidated tax expense, deferred taxes, valuation allowances, uncertain tax positions, effective tax rate reconciliation, and disclosures processes. Develop and maintain the interim and annual tax closing processes in partnership with the technical accounting & reporting team and external auditors, including the implementation, maintenance, and improvement of the respective internal control framework. Own tax accounting for share-based compensation under ASC718 and liaise with advisors to develop global intercompany recharge policy. Identify automation opportunities to drive process efficiencies, quality improvements, and risk mitigation strategies and drive the implementation of tax software and automation solutions to support the tax reporting processes. Support and drive ad-hoc projects within a broader tax context with respect to topics including international tax, transfer pricing, tax planning and structuring initiatives, M&A activities, tax audits and others. Assist in the development, implementation, and maintenance of global tax policies, procedures and controls. Provide guidance to the finance, accounting, legal, stock admin and operational teams on direct tax compliance and reporting requirements and applicable criteria. Partner closely with key members of other business functions and teams on relevant tax matters. Liaise with financial statement auditors to align on timelines and support required for on-going audit with relation to income tax matters. This includes preparing quarterly income tax memos. What you need Minimum of 10 years experience in ASC740 tax reporting, preferably a mix of experience working at a large public accounting firm and a U.S. publicly traded corporation. Strong knowledge and extensive experience with ASC 740, specifically with respect to the tax accounting aspects of global tax reporting consolidation, effective tax rate reconciliation, deferred tax accounting, uncertain tax positions, valuation allowances, return to provision processes, share based compensation and tax disclosures. Strong understanding of accounting principles including US GAAP and IFRS and relevant book-tax differences. Demonstrated experience with tax reporting in a SOX controlled environment including tax compliance and tax legislation analysis. Experience working within short turnaround windows, modeling, and deep understanding of how global businesses operate when undergoing hypergrowth. Advanced proficiency in Excel and experience with ERPs (NetSuite experience a bonus), and tax software enablement for ASC740 tax reporting. Excellent time management in a fast-paced, deadline driven work environment, excellent communication (English), and organizational skills. Detail oriented with strong trouble-shooting and problem-solving skills with strong attention to detail and accuracy. Self-starter who can operate effectively with ability to work both independently with a minimum level of supervision and within a team environment. Our benefits Competitive compensation, including equity in the company; Generous vacation days so you can rest and recharge; Health perks such as private healthcare or gym allowance, depending on location; "Flexible compensation plan" to help you diversify and increase the net salary; Unforgettable Perk events, including travel to one of our hubs; A mental health support tool for your well-being; Exponential growth opportunities; VolunteerPerk - We offer 16 paid hours per year that you can use to give back to society by volunteering for a charity of your choice. "Work from anywhere" in the world allowance of 20 working days per year. How We Work At Perk, we take an IRL-first approach to work, where our team works together in-person 3 days a week. As such, this role requires you to be based within commuting distance of our hubs. We fundamentally believe in the value of meeting in real life to improve connectivity, productivity, creativity and ultimately making us a great place to work. For certain roles, we can help with relocation from anywhere in the world, English is the official language at the office. Please submit your resume in English if you choose to apply. Do not forget to submit an updated portfolio and/or resume. Perk is a global company with a diverse customer base, and we want to make sure the people behind our product reflect that. We're an equal opportunity employer, which means you're welcome at Perk regardless of how you look, where you're from, or anything else that makes you, well, you. Protect Yourself from Recruitment Scams All official communication from Perk will always come from email addresses ending our verified social media channels, or recruiters listed on our official LinkedIn page. We will never ask you to pay for equipment, training, or fees, request sensitive personal information such as bank details early in the process, or communicate through unofficial apps like WhatsApp, Telegram, or Signal. If you receive a message claiming to be from Perk that seems suspicious, please do not respond. Forward it to , and we will confirm whether it is legitimate.
Dec 16, 2025
Full time
About Us Perk (formerly TravelPerk) is the intelligent platform for travel and spend management. Built to tackle the time-consuming, manual work that gets in the way of real work, our tools automate everything from travel bookings to expenses, invoice processing, and more. By eliminating this shadow work that wastes hours, erodes morale, and saps innovation, we're on a mission to power real work, with real impact. We're trusted by more than 10,000 companies worldwide, including Wise, On Running, Breitling, and Fabletics, and we're tackling the 7 hours of lost productivity per employee each week, a $1.7 trillion problem. Founded in 2015, Perk has grown into a global company of more than 1,800 people across 12 offices globally, with headquarters in London and Boston. We combine innovation, control, and simplicity to transform how businesses work and how people feel at work. At Perk, we're driven by our values, like being an owner, delivering a 7-star experience, and working as one team. We value curiosity, purpose, and mindset, not just knowledge, to unlock the power in your potential. Our talent team brings together leading minds from the travel and SaaS industries, representing over 70 countries. If you're excited about having a real impact and shaping how millions of people experience work, we'd love you on the team. Visit to learn more. The role We are seeking an experienced and motivated Sr. Tax Provision Manager to join the Tax team and oversee our consolidated income tax provision process. The ideal candidate will have experience with US GAAP ASC740 tax reporting in a public company environment including SOX controls. This position will report to the International Tax Director and will be responsible for managing and further improving Perk's corporate tax provision and on-going external reporting processes. This role will be based in London and, while we do offer certain flexibility, the responsibilities of the role require you to be in the office several days per week. What you will do Lead the US GAAP income tax provision process for Perk and its subsidiaries, including consolidating tax workings, supporting the preparation and review of financial statements, working with external auditors, and maintaining the SOX control framework for tax. Manage the the interim period and annual global income tax reporting obligations under US GAAP ASC740, including the determination of consolidated tax expense, deferred taxes, valuation allowances, uncertain tax positions, effective tax rate reconciliation, and disclosures processes. Develop and maintain the interim and annual tax closing processes in partnership with the technical accounting & reporting team and external auditors, including the implementation, maintenance, and improvement of the respective internal control framework. Own tax accounting for share-based compensation under ASC718 and liaise with advisors to develop global intercompany recharge policy. Identify automation opportunities to drive process efficiencies, quality improvements, and risk mitigation strategies and drive the implementation of tax software and automation solutions to support the tax reporting processes. Support and drive ad-hoc projects within a broader tax context with respect to topics including international tax, transfer pricing, tax planning and structuring initiatives, M&A activities, tax audits and others. Assist in the development, implementation, and maintenance of global tax policies, procedures and controls. Provide guidance to the finance, accounting, legal, stock admin and operational teams on direct tax compliance and reporting requirements and applicable criteria. Partner closely with key members of other business functions and teams on relevant tax matters. Liaise with financial statement auditors to align on timelines and support required for on-going audit with relation to income tax matters. This includes preparing quarterly income tax memos. What you need Minimum of 10 years experience in ASC740 tax reporting, preferably a mix of experience working at a large public accounting firm and a U.S. publicly traded corporation. Strong knowledge and extensive experience with ASC 740, specifically with respect to the tax accounting aspects of global tax reporting consolidation, effective tax rate reconciliation, deferred tax accounting, uncertain tax positions, valuation allowances, return to provision processes, share based compensation and tax disclosures. Strong understanding of accounting principles including US GAAP and IFRS and relevant book-tax differences. Demonstrated experience with tax reporting in a SOX controlled environment including tax compliance and tax legislation analysis. Experience working within short turnaround windows, modeling, and deep understanding of how global businesses operate when undergoing hypergrowth. Advanced proficiency in Excel and experience with ERPs (NetSuite experience a bonus), and tax software enablement for ASC740 tax reporting. Excellent time management in a fast-paced, deadline driven work environment, excellent communication (English), and organizational skills. Detail oriented with strong trouble-shooting and problem-solving skills with strong attention to detail and accuracy. Self-starter who can operate effectively with ability to work both independently with a minimum level of supervision and within a team environment. Our benefits Competitive compensation, including equity in the company; Generous vacation days so you can rest and recharge; Health perks such as private healthcare or gym allowance, depending on location; "Flexible compensation plan" to help you diversify and increase the net salary; Unforgettable Perk events, including travel to one of our hubs; A mental health support tool for your well-being; Exponential growth opportunities; VolunteerPerk - We offer 16 paid hours per year that you can use to give back to society by volunteering for a charity of your choice. "Work from anywhere" in the world allowance of 20 working days per year. How We Work At Perk, we take an IRL-first approach to work, where our team works together in-person 3 days a week. As such, this role requires you to be based within commuting distance of our hubs. We fundamentally believe in the value of meeting in real life to improve connectivity, productivity, creativity and ultimately making us a great place to work. For certain roles, we can help with relocation from anywhere in the world, English is the official language at the office. Please submit your resume in English if you choose to apply. Do not forget to submit an updated portfolio and/or resume. Perk is a global company with a diverse customer base, and we want to make sure the people behind our product reflect that. We're an equal opportunity employer, which means you're welcome at Perk regardless of how you look, where you're from, or anything else that makes you, well, you. Protect Yourself from Recruitment Scams All official communication from Perk will always come from email addresses ending our verified social media channels, or recruiters listed on our official LinkedIn page. We will never ask you to pay for equipment, training, or fees, request sensitive personal information such as bank details early in the process, or communicate through unofficial apps like WhatsApp, Telegram, or Signal. If you receive a message claiming to be from Perk that seems suspicious, please do not respond. Forward it to , and we will confirm whether it is legitimate.
Flexible, Expert Legal Support - Tailored to Your Business Needs In today's fast-moving business environment, legal issues can arise at any time, but not every company is ready to invest in a full-time in-house legal team. Ignition Law's Virtual General Counsel, a type of legal outsourcing service, gives you access to sensibly priced, expert legal support across all departments, without the overheads. Whether you need occasional guidance, interim cover or regular, ongoing advice, our fractional legal counsel service offers cost-effective, scalable support that flexes with your business. It's a proactive, strategic partnership, not just reactive advice. What is legal outsourcing? Our VGC service, or legal outsourcing service, gives you direct access to a senior legal advisor who acts as an extension of your leadership team. From commercial contracts to employment matters, compliance, disputes, and more, we provide flexible, high-quality legal expertise across your business. You will benefit from: A dedicated lead lawyer who understands your business Regular check-ins with your lead partner to stay aligned Support with both day-to-day queries and strategic projects Predictable monthly pricing and discounted subscription hours Custom packages based on your specific needs Why Choose a Fractional Legal Counsel Service? 1 . Cost-effective legal support One of the primary advantages of our legal outsourcing service is cost savings. Instead of hiring a full-time in-house lawyer, you can access our expert legal advice with a dedicated team as and when needed, ensuring you only pay for the services you use. This is especially beneficial for growing businesses that need legal expertise and someone who knows and understands their business, but may not yet require a full-time legal team. When you outsource your legal needs, you will free up internal resources and improve operational efficiency by letting our expert team handle your legal complexities. 2. Scalable support to meet your needs Our VGC service is fully customisable, meaning we can scale our support based on your changing needs. Whether it's a one-off project, monthly retainer, or ongoing advice, you can choose the level of service that best fits your business. Future-proof your business. Investing in proactive legal support means you're not just addressing immediate issues but also building a resilient foundation for future growth. Our strategic advice helps you stay ahead of regulatory changes and manage risk effectively. 3. Expertise without the overheads You benefit from the expertise of seasoned legal professionals without the overhead costs associated with hiring in-house. Our legal general counsel is particularly well-suited for small to medium-sized businesses that need the knowledge and experience of a senior legal advisor but don't have the budget for a full-time legal team. 4. Enhanced flexibility and availability With our legal outsourcing service, you have access to a legal professional who understands your business and is available when you need them. This allows for faster decision-making, reduced risk, and the ability to stay ahead of potential legal issues before they escalate. Our team covers a wide range of legal areas, including contract drafting and review, property law, employment law, intellectual property protection, regulatory compliance, mergers and acquisitions, dispute resolution, and more. Whatever legal challenges you face, our legal outsourcing service can provide the tailored advice you need. Our extensive network of specialist lawyers is here to ensure your business receives comprehensive legal support. Benefits of choosing Ignition Law as your legal general counsel Tailored legal solutions - Our legal advice is bespoke and designed to meet the specific needs of your business. Proactive risk management - We work closely with you to identify potential legal risks before they become costly issues, ensuring your business remains compliant and protected. Seamless integration - Our legal outsourcing integrates seamlessly into your business, working as part of your team to provide real-time legal advice. Discreet and confidential - We take confidentiality seriously. You can trust us to handle your sensitive legal matters with the utmost discretion. Who can benefit from our legal outsourcing service? Our Virtual General Counsel/legal outsourcing service is ideal for a range of businesses and senior business leaders, including: Start-ups and SMEs seeking flexible, cost-effective legal solutions without committing to full-time legal hires. Growing businesses that need regular legal support but are not ready for a full in-house legal team. Owners of fast-scaling businesses: Get expert legal guidance you need to navigate growth challenges and regulatory complexities without the resource burden of an in-house team. Corporate legal departments looking to outsource specific legal functions or require additional support during busy periods. Entrepreneurs who need expert legal advice to navigate complex transactions, contract negotiations, or regulatory challenges. CFOs and Financial Directors: Streamline legal spend and optimise budgeting with fixed monthly costs and predictable legal fees. Busy General Counsels and in-house legal teams: Supplement your internal talent with expert external support, ensuring continuous, senior coverage. How our legal outsourcing service works Initial Consultation - We begin with an in-depth consultation to understand your business, your legal needs, and any ongoing or anticipated challenges. Customised Service Plan - Based on your requirements, we develop a tailored plan, offering a flexible retainer or hourly service depending on what works best for you. Ongoing Support - Your Virtual General Counsel will be available on-demand to provide legal advice, handle projects, or step in whenever you need assistance. Review and Adjust - As your business evolves, so too does our support. We regularly review our service to ensure it remains aligned with your legal and business goals. Ready to Start? Get flexible, high-quality legal support without the full-time commitment. Contact Ignition Law to find out how our legal outsourcing service can support your business now and as it grows. If your business needs flexible, expert legal support without the burden of a full-time hire, our Virtual General Counsel service is the ideal solution. Contact us at Ignition Law today to learn how we can help safeguard your business and provide the legal expertise you need, exactly when you need it. "Alexis, was always responsive to our questions and concerns. She explained legal concepts and procedures in a way that was easy to understand, and provided us with valuable guidance and advice throughout the entire process". Hamsa Hussain Bogenfels Gold DMCC Working with Ignition Law feels like having a trusted team member for all things legal. We won't be able to move as fast as we do without Ignition. It's the truth. As an early stage company, the understanding of our needs and the support provided by Ignition has been invaluable Paul Rinne, CEO Gripable Ignition Law has been the perfect partner for our business from start-up through to growth into an SME. They have provided support with shareholding, employment and client commercial contracts as and when required. Highly recommend for Fintech start-ups. Murray Abel, Managing Director Control Now We found the team at Ignition incredibly commercial, business friendly and responsive. Having worked with Ignition for both our pre-seed and seed rounds we were impressed by how they scaled up to meet the challenge, and were able to advise us across a range of areas. A truly exceptional non traditional law firm which has the best of all worlds: top quality leadership and management; superb practitioners; an attitude that anything can be achieved; encouraging development of its people; strong client relationships; and world class response and focus. In addition, the work is always of the highest quality. I cannot recommend Ignition enough. Rupert Tate, CEO Bear Grylls Ventures The Ignition Law team is more passionate and dedicated than any firm we have ever worked with. During our funding round, Jake quickly got to grips with our needs from a legal perspective, but also clearly understood the broader commercial challenges we faced as a start-up. He's incredibly well organised, always responsive, incredibly focused and above all, a real pleasure to work with! As a result, he has now become a core part of our team. Max Lehnus, Founder & CEO WorldLabs Libby Wood, Lead Programme Manager Saiid Business School Dr Logic recently entered a period of rapid growth and expansion resulting in us needing to develop a new Group Structure. As such, I was looking for a legal practice who could understand the business and walk me through the legal process as well as providing sound commercial advice. I was introduced to Ignition Law by one of Dr Logic's clients and I was impressed with their joined up thinking and quick response, they always came back really quickly whenever I had a question. The legal documentation that we've ended up with is perfect and just what we wanted - and they were very fairly priced. Iain Russell, Founder and Director Russell IP Ltd We've worked with Ignition Law with our first startup and they were quick . click apply for full job details
Dec 16, 2025
Full time
Flexible, Expert Legal Support - Tailored to Your Business Needs In today's fast-moving business environment, legal issues can arise at any time, but not every company is ready to invest in a full-time in-house legal team. Ignition Law's Virtual General Counsel, a type of legal outsourcing service, gives you access to sensibly priced, expert legal support across all departments, without the overheads. Whether you need occasional guidance, interim cover or regular, ongoing advice, our fractional legal counsel service offers cost-effective, scalable support that flexes with your business. It's a proactive, strategic partnership, not just reactive advice. What is legal outsourcing? Our VGC service, or legal outsourcing service, gives you direct access to a senior legal advisor who acts as an extension of your leadership team. From commercial contracts to employment matters, compliance, disputes, and more, we provide flexible, high-quality legal expertise across your business. You will benefit from: A dedicated lead lawyer who understands your business Regular check-ins with your lead partner to stay aligned Support with both day-to-day queries and strategic projects Predictable monthly pricing and discounted subscription hours Custom packages based on your specific needs Why Choose a Fractional Legal Counsel Service? 1 . Cost-effective legal support One of the primary advantages of our legal outsourcing service is cost savings. Instead of hiring a full-time in-house lawyer, you can access our expert legal advice with a dedicated team as and when needed, ensuring you only pay for the services you use. This is especially beneficial for growing businesses that need legal expertise and someone who knows and understands their business, but may not yet require a full-time legal team. When you outsource your legal needs, you will free up internal resources and improve operational efficiency by letting our expert team handle your legal complexities. 2. Scalable support to meet your needs Our VGC service is fully customisable, meaning we can scale our support based on your changing needs. Whether it's a one-off project, monthly retainer, or ongoing advice, you can choose the level of service that best fits your business. Future-proof your business. Investing in proactive legal support means you're not just addressing immediate issues but also building a resilient foundation for future growth. Our strategic advice helps you stay ahead of regulatory changes and manage risk effectively. 3. Expertise without the overheads You benefit from the expertise of seasoned legal professionals without the overhead costs associated with hiring in-house. Our legal general counsel is particularly well-suited for small to medium-sized businesses that need the knowledge and experience of a senior legal advisor but don't have the budget for a full-time legal team. 4. Enhanced flexibility and availability With our legal outsourcing service, you have access to a legal professional who understands your business and is available when you need them. This allows for faster decision-making, reduced risk, and the ability to stay ahead of potential legal issues before they escalate. Our team covers a wide range of legal areas, including contract drafting and review, property law, employment law, intellectual property protection, regulatory compliance, mergers and acquisitions, dispute resolution, and more. Whatever legal challenges you face, our legal outsourcing service can provide the tailored advice you need. Our extensive network of specialist lawyers is here to ensure your business receives comprehensive legal support. Benefits of choosing Ignition Law as your legal general counsel Tailored legal solutions - Our legal advice is bespoke and designed to meet the specific needs of your business. Proactive risk management - We work closely with you to identify potential legal risks before they become costly issues, ensuring your business remains compliant and protected. Seamless integration - Our legal outsourcing integrates seamlessly into your business, working as part of your team to provide real-time legal advice. Discreet and confidential - We take confidentiality seriously. You can trust us to handle your sensitive legal matters with the utmost discretion. Who can benefit from our legal outsourcing service? Our Virtual General Counsel/legal outsourcing service is ideal for a range of businesses and senior business leaders, including: Start-ups and SMEs seeking flexible, cost-effective legal solutions without committing to full-time legal hires. Growing businesses that need regular legal support but are not ready for a full in-house legal team. Owners of fast-scaling businesses: Get expert legal guidance you need to navigate growth challenges and regulatory complexities without the resource burden of an in-house team. Corporate legal departments looking to outsource specific legal functions or require additional support during busy periods. Entrepreneurs who need expert legal advice to navigate complex transactions, contract negotiations, or regulatory challenges. CFOs and Financial Directors: Streamline legal spend and optimise budgeting with fixed monthly costs and predictable legal fees. Busy General Counsels and in-house legal teams: Supplement your internal talent with expert external support, ensuring continuous, senior coverage. How our legal outsourcing service works Initial Consultation - We begin with an in-depth consultation to understand your business, your legal needs, and any ongoing or anticipated challenges. Customised Service Plan - Based on your requirements, we develop a tailored plan, offering a flexible retainer or hourly service depending on what works best for you. Ongoing Support - Your Virtual General Counsel will be available on-demand to provide legal advice, handle projects, or step in whenever you need assistance. Review and Adjust - As your business evolves, so too does our support. We regularly review our service to ensure it remains aligned with your legal and business goals. Ready to Start? Get flexible, high-quality legal support without the full-time commitment. Contact Ignition Law to find out how our legal outsourcing service can support your business now and as it grows. If your business needs flexible, expert legal support without the burden of a full-time hire, our Virtual General Counsel service is the ideal solution. Contact us at Ignition Law today to learn how we can help safeguard your business and provide the legal expertise you need, exactly when you need it. "Alexis, was always responsive to our questions and concerns. She explained legal concepts and procedures in a way that was easy to understand, and provided us with valuable guidance and advice throughout the entire process". Hamsa Hussain Bogenfels Gold DMCC Working with Ignition Law feels like having a trusted team member for all things legal. We won't be able to move as fast as we do without Ignition. It's the truth. As an early stage company, the understanding of our needs and the support provided by Ignition has been invaluable Paul Rinne, CEO Gripable Ignition Law has been the perfect partner for our business from start-up through to growth into an SME. They have provided support with shareholding, employment and client commercial contracts as and when required. Highly recommend for Fintech start-ups. Murray Abel, Managing Director Control Now We found the team at Ignition incredibly commercial, business friendly and responsive. Having worked with Ignition for both our pre-seed and seed rounds we were impressed by how they scaled up to meet the challenge, and were able to advise us across a range of areas. A truly exceptional non traditional law firm which has the best of all worlds: top quality leadership and management; superb practitioners; an attitude that anything can be achieved; encouraging development of its people; strong client relationships; and world class response and focus. In addition, the work is always of the highest quality. I cannot recommend Ignition enough. Rupert Tate, CEO Bear Grylls Ventures The Ignition Law team is more passionate and dedicated than any firm we have ever worked with. During our funding round, Jake quickly got to grips with our needs from a legal perspective, but also clearly understood the broader commercial challenges we faced as a start-up. He's incredibly well organised, always responsive, incredibly focused and above all, a real pleasure to work with! As a result, he has now become a core part of our team. Max Lehnus, Founder & CEO WorldLabs Libby Wood, Lead Programme Manager Saiid Business School Dr Logic recently entered a period of rapid growth and expansion resulting in us needing to develop a new Group Structure. As such, I was looking for a legal practice who could understand the business and walk me through the legal process as well as providing sound commercial advice. I was introduced to Ignition Law by one of Dr Logic's clients and I was impressed with their joined up thinking and quick response, they always came back really quickly whenever I had a question. The legal documentation that we've ended up with is perfect and just what we wanted - and they were very fairly priced. Iain Russell, Founder and Director Russell IP Ltd We've worked with Ignition Law with our first startup and they were quick . click apply for full job details
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high-growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons Working with every department at BDO, our Finance team helps us meet relevant legal requirements that ensure our firm operates effectively in a tightly-regulated field. They implement strategies that help us innovate - like combining new technology with traditional financial processes to make us even more digital. As part of this friendly team, you'll enjoy flexible hours and have opportunities to take responsibility for the delivery of quality work. With your colleagues behind you, you'll embrace change, new ideas and have an impact on the future of our firm. We'll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be someone who is both comfortable working proactively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with senior managers, directors, and BDO's partners to help businesses effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to organisations we work with. The main purpose of this role is to support the 'Head of Group Reporting and Treasury'. The group reporting remit of the role will include leading the year-end group reporting, production of statutory accounts for the UK Group's legal entities and ensuring the integrity of reporting is maintained. The treasury remit of this individual's responsibilities will include maintaining the Group's daily cashflow position, reporting this to Senior Stakeholders, and proposing necessary cash movements. You will be a self-motivated, driven, and trusted professional who's keen to improve processes. You'll also: Be a key banking contact, support refinancing activities with sophisticated group cashflow modelling, regularly updating the master model for budgets and forecasts. Monitoring and managing the organisation's bank relationships and liquidity management. Managing foreign currency exposure. Analysing various scenarios and risks and reporting to senior management. Forecasting of medium and long- term funding and hedging requirements (if any). Daily cash management. Debt facilities management. Interest rate risk management and development of risk mitigation strategies. Foreign exchange risk management and development of foreign exchange risk mitigation strategies. Manage cashflow forecasts and ensure compliance with banking covenants. Assist with resolution of complex accounting areas & issues. Assist with external audit & ONS submissions Assist with balance sheet reconciliations process Preparing management reports. Liaising with senior management across the Finance team. Supporting the month end process where necessary. Proactively drive necessary process and reporting improvements across the Finance department which automate and add value and identify advantageous market conditions or possibilities. Identify process weaknesses or errors and highlight these to senior management together with proposed solutions. Contribute ideas to the long-term planning and strategy of the Finance department. Team management. Conduct performance management, including annual and interim appraisals. You'll be someone with the following credentials: Qualified Accountant - CIMA, ACA or ACCA - PQE or equivalent. Confident in researching and implementing complex accounting standards. Understanding and experience of treasury accounting including FX, liquidity, cashflow and various financial instruments. Sound understanding of accounting principles. Strong understanding of financial markets, financial instruments and debt instruments. Knowledge of banking relationships and covenants. You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer every colleague the opportunity to work in ways that suit you, your teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for the companies we work with and satisfying experiences for our colleagues, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better. JBRP1_UKTJ
Dec 16, 2025
Full time
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high-growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons Working with every department at BDO, our Finance team helps us meet relevant legal requirements that ensure our firm operates effectively in a tightly-regulated field. They implement strategies that help us innovate - like combining new technology with traditional financial processes to make us even more digital. As part of this friendly team, you'll enjoy flexible hours and have opportunities to take responsibility for the delivery of quality work. With your colleagues behind you, you'll embrace change, new ideas and have an impact on the future of our firm. We'll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be someone who is both comfortable working proactively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with senior managers, directors, and BDO's partners to help businesses effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to organisations we work with. The main purpose of this role is to support the 'Head of Group Reporting and Treasury'. The group reporting remit of the role will include leading the year-end group reporting, production of statutory accounts for the UK Group's legal entities and ensuring the integrity of reporting is maintained. The treasury remit of this individual's responsibilities will include maintaining the Group's daily cashflow position, reporting this to Senior Stakeholders, and proposing necessary cash movements. You will be a self-motivated, driven, and trusted professional who's keen to improve processes. You'll also: Be a key banking contact, support refinancing activities with sophisticated group cashflow modelling, regularly updating the master model for budgets and forecasts. Monitoring and managing the organisation's bank relationships and liquidity management. Managing foreign currency exposure. Analysing various scenarios and risks and reporting to senior management. Forecasting of medium and long- term funding and hedging requirements (if any). Daily cash management. Debt facilities management. Interest rate risk management and development of risk mitigation strategies. Foreign exchange risk management and development of foreign exchange risk mitigation strategies. Manage cashflow forecasts and ensure compliance with banking covenants. Assist with resolution of complex accounting areas & issues. Assist with external audit & ONS submissions Assist with balance sheet reconciliations process Preparing management reports. Liaising with senior management across the Finance team. Supporting the month end process where necessary. Proactively drive necessary process and reporting improvements across the Finance department which automate and add value and identify advantageous market conditions or possibilities. Identify process weaknesses or errors and highlight these to senior management together with proposed solutions. Contribute ideas to the long-term planning and strategy of the Finance department. Team management. Conduct performance management, including annual and interim appraisals. You'll be someone with the following credentials: Qualified Accountant - CIMA, ACA or ACCA - PQE or equivalent. Confident in researching and implementing complex accounting standards. Understanding and experience of treasury accounting including FX, liquidity, cashflow and various financial instruments. Sound understanding of accounting principles. Strong understanding of financial markets, financial instruments and debt instruments. Knowledge of banking relationships and covenants. You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer every colleague the opportunity to work in ways that suit you, your teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for the companies we work with and satisfying experiences for our colleagues, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better. JBRP1_UKTJ
Location: Remote Hours: Full-time (37.5 hours per week over 5 days) Contract: Temporary (3 months) Pay/Salary: £28.13 per hour plus holiday (equivalent to £55,000 p/a) Start Date: January About the Role Prospectus is delighted to be supporting an international medical research charitable organisation in their search for an Interim Legal and Compliance Manager . Responsibilities Leading on end-to-end contract management, including drafting, reviewing, and negotiating. Providing sound legal expertise across commercial and organisational matters. Overseeing compliance, particularly surrounding data/GDPR. Day-to-day leadership of the legal function. Supporting and onboarding legal team members. Acting as a senior point of escalation when necessary. Requirements Recent, relevant experience, ideally within the not-for-profit or medical sectors. Strong understanding of contracts and compliance, especially around data protection. Confidence using relevant systems (MS Teams, SharePoint, and Concord). Line management experience and proactive leadership. Confidence delivering in a transitional environment. Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail. CVs will be reviewed on a rolling basis, so if you're looking to use your legal expertise to make a meaningful impact, apply ASAP with your CV in Word format. At Prospectus, we are committed to supporting you throughout your application journey. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and do not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, race, religion, sexual orientation, marital status, or pregnancy/maternity.
Dec 16, 2025
Seasonal
Location: Remote Hours: Full-time (37.5 hours per week over 5 days) Contract: Temporary (3 months) Pay/Salary: £28.13 per hour plus holiday (equivalent to £55,000 p/a) Start Date: January About the Role Prospectus is delighted to be supporting an international medical research charitable organisation in their search for an Interim Legal and Compliance Manager . Responsibilities Leading on end-to-end contract management, including drafting, reviewing, and negotiating. Providing sound legal expertise across commercial and organisational matters. Overseeing compliance, particularly surrounding data/GDPR. Day-to-day leadership of the legal function. Supporting and onboarding legal team members. Acting as a senior point of escalation when necessary. Requirements Recent, relevant experience, ideally within the not-for-profit or medical sectors. Strong understanding of contracts and compliance, especially around data protection. Confidence using relevant systems (MS Teams, SharePoint, and Concord). Line management experience and proactive leadership. Confidence delivering in a transitional environment. Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail. CVs will be reviewed on a rolling basis, so if you're looking to use your legal expertise to make a meaningful impact, apply ASAP with your CV in Word format. At Prospectus, we are committed to supporting you throughout your application journey. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and do not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, race, religion, sexual orientation, marital status, or pregnancy/maternity.
Interim Finance Manager Are you an experienced finance leader ready to shape a new organisation from the ground up? A unique opportunity has arisen for an Interim Finance Manager to support the launch of a newly formed Local Authority Trading Company (LATCo) delivering waste and recycling services. Role Overview Location: South-West location (Hybrid one 1 day a week onsite) Duration: 6 months IR35: Expected Outside IR35 Key Responsibilities Finance Function Build: Develop financial controls, policies, and procedures; set up bank accounts; establish procurement processes aligned to the Procurement Act 2023; and design end-to-end PO, invoicing, and payment workflows. Systems & Processes: Lead the selection and implementation of finance systems; oversee payroll arrangements delivered by others. Programme Leadership: Drive the finance work stream, create the full project plan, and provide advice on governance, compliance, and commercial considerations. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with project leadership, HR, Legal and Operations to ensure operational readiness. Essential Experience Fully qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent). Demonstrable experience in building or transforming finance functions. Strong grounding in both public-sector finance and commercial/SME environments. Sound understanding of local government governance and procurement law. Proven project management skills and ability to work independently. What Happens Next If this resonates with you, please apply now. I will be in touch in order of receipt. JBRP1_UKTJ
Dec 15, 2025
Full time
Interim Finance Manager Are you an experienced finance leader ready to shape a new organisation from the ground up? A unique opportunity has arisen for an Interim Finance Manager to support the launch of a newly formed Local Authority Trading Company (LATCo) delivering waste and recycling services. Role Overview Location: South-West location (Hybrid one 1 day a week onsite) Duration: 6 months IR35: Expected Outside IR35 Key Responsibilities Finance Function Build: Develop financial controls, policies, and procedures; set up bank accounts; establish procurement processes aligned to the Procurement Act 2023; and design end-to-end PO, invoicing, and payment workflows. Systems & Processes: Lead the selection and implementation of finance systems; oversee payroll arrangements delivered by others. Programme Leadership: Drive the finance work stream, create the full project plan, and provide advice on governance, compliance, and commercial considerations. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with project leadership, HR, Legal and Operations to ensure operational readiness. Essential Experience Fully qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent). Demonstrable experience in building or transforming finance functions. Strong grounding in both public-sector finance and commercial/SME environments. Sound understanding of local government governance and procurement law. Proven project management skills and ability to work independently. What Happens Next If this resonates with you, please apply now. I will be in touch in order of receipt. JBRP1_UKTJ
BUSINESS UNIT OVERVIEW The Finance department is responsible for the preparation and reporting of the monthly management accounts for the UK and overseas entities within the Group, providing insightful commentary to assist management make the appropriate decisions. There is a strong emphasis on credit control and cash collection. Transaction processing, ledger maintenance and statutory compliance through strong controls, processes and governance are effective in mitigating financial risk throughout the organisation. PURPOSE To lead the Group's tax strategy, ensure global tax compliance, optimise the worldwide tax position, and act as the principal internal advisor on all direct and indirect tax matters, reinforcing the company's ethical and statutory obligations across all jurisdictions. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Own, develop, and implement the Group's global tax strategy, ensuring it aligns with commercial objectives, legal obligations, and the Group's ethical risk appetite. Act as the primary internal advisor to Executive Management, Finance and Legal teams on the tax implications of all major business decisions, including M&A activity, financing structures, transfer pricing arrangements, and new market entry. Proactively identify and execute legally compliant tax planning opportunities to minimise tax liabilities (e.g., Corporation Tax, VAT/Sales Tax) and optimise effective tax rates (ETR) across all operating territories. Oversee and manage the timely and accurate preparation and submission of all UK Corporation Tax returns and coordinate the timely preparation and submission of all non-UK direct tax returns (in conjunction with local teams and external advisors). Ensure robust processes are in place for accurate, timely submission of all indirect tax returns, including UK VAT, international VAT/GST, Sales Tax, and withholding taxes. Manage the preparation and review of the consolidated Group tax provision and effective tax rate (ETR) calculation for interim and annual financial statements under relevant accounting standards. Ensure all tax-related disclosures within the Group and statutory financial statements comply fully with IFRS/UK GAAP requirements. Oversee the implementation and maintenance of the Group's global Transfer Pricing policy, ensuring intercompany transactions (e.g., service fees, IP charges, financing) are conducted on an arm's length basis. Manage the preparation and upkeep of contemporaneous TP documentation (Master File and Local Files) in line with OECD and local country requirements. Monitor TP risks and exposures, advising on adjustments and required restructuring to mitigate challenges from tax authorities globally. Establish and maintain robust internal controls and processes to manage tax risk and ensure compliance with the UK's Senior Accounting Officer (SAO) requirements (if applicable) and corporate governance standards. Act as the main point of contact and representative for the Group in dealings with HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) and other international tax authorities, managing audits and resolving queries efficiently. Continuously monitor and analyse changes in UK and international tax legislation (e.g., OECD BEPS Pillars One and Two), assessing their potential impact on the Group and implementing necessary adjustments to policies and systems. Lead, mentor, and develop the Tax Assistant, managing their workflow, performance, and professional development to ensure high-quality tax execution. Develop and deliver internal training and guidance to non-finance colleagues on key tax principles (e.g., permanent establishment risk, employee taxation, VAT) to ensure tax considerations are embedded across the business. Drive continuous improvement in tax compliance processes and underlying financial systems to improve efficiency, accuracy, and automation. PERSON SPECIFICATION Preferably qualified ACA / ACCA / CTA. Qualified by experience will be considered. Strong knowledge of UK Corporation Tax principles and practices, with a deep understanding of UK VAT, international VAT/GST, Sales Tax, etc. Transfer Pricing Principles; expertise in OECD guidelines, the arm's length principle, and the preparation and defense of Master and Local TP Files. Functional knowledge of other major international tax jurisdictions where the Group operates Comprehensive understanding of current and emerging global tax reforms and their impact on an international company Strong experience in the tax provision process, effective tax rate (ETR) calculation, deferred tax accounting, and tax disclosures under IFRS or UK GAAP Ability to work under pressure, ensuring compliance with deadlines, establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with department staff Strong technical and analytical skills Ability to take responsibility for resolving issues Strong organisation skills with the ability to plan, manage and prioritise workload to ensure all key deadlines are met Good communication skills and a proven change management track record demonstrating the ability to interact with, influence and support people at varying levels within the Group. Possess excellent IT skills with a very good understanding of the UK taxation system and a working knowledge of international tax. Motivated with a thirst for learning, a desire to succeed and have experience of working in a high pressure dynamic environment
Dec 15, 2025
Full time
BUSINESS UNIT OVERVIEW The Finance department is responsible for the preparation and reporting of the monthly management accounts for the UK and overseas entities within the Group, providing insightful commentary to assist management make the appropriate decisions. There is a strong emphasis on credit control and cash collection. Transaction processing, ledger maintenance and statutory compliance through strong controls, processes and governance are effective in mitigating financial risk throughout the organisation. PURPOSE To lead the Group's tax strategy, ensure global tax compliance, optimise the worldwide tax position, and act as the principal internal advisor on all direct and indirect tax matters, reinforcing the company's ethical and statutory obligations across all jurisdictions. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Own, develop, and implement the Group's global tax strategy, ensuring it aligns with commercial objectives, legal obligations, and the Group's ethical risk appetite. Act as the primary internal advisor to Executive Management, Finance and Legal teams on the tax implications of all major business decisions, including M&A activity, financing structures, transfer pricing arrangements, and new market entry. Proactively identify and execute legally compliant tax planning opportunities to minimise tax liabilities (e.g., Corporation Tax, VAT/Sales Tax) and optimise effective tax rates (ETR) across all operating territories. Oversee and manage the timely and accurate preparation and submission of all UK Corporation Tax returns and coordinate the timely preparation and submission of all non-UK direct tax returns (in conjunction with local teams and external advisors). Ensure robust processes are in place for accurate, timely submission of all indirect tax returns, including UK VAT, international VAT/GST, Sales Tax, and withholding taxes. Manage the preparation and review of the consolidated Group tax provision and effective tax rate (ETR) calculation for interim and annual financial statements under relevant accounting standards. Ensure all tax-related disclosures within the Group and statutory financial statements comply fully with IFRS/UK GAAP requirements. Oversee the implementation and maintenance of the Group's global Transfer Pricing policy, ensuring intercompany transactions (e.g., service fees, IP charges, financing) are conducted on an arm's length basis. Manage the preparation and upkeep of contemporaneous TP documentation (Master File and Local Files) in line with OECD and local country requirements. Monitor TP risks and exposures, advising on adjustments and required restructuring to mitigate challenges from tax authorities globally. Establish and maintain robust internal controls and processes to manage tax risk and ensure compliance with the UK's Senior Accounting Officer (SAO) requirements (if applicable) and corporate governance standards. Act as the main point of contact and representative for the Group in dealings with HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) and other international tax authorities, managing audits and resolving queries efficiently. Continuously monitor and analyse changes in UK and international tax legislation (e.g., OECD BEPS Pillars One and Two), assessing their potential impact on the Group and implementing necessary adjustments to policies and systems. Lead, mentor, and develop the Tax Assistant, managing their workflow, performance, and professional development to ensure high-quality tax execution. Develop and deliver internal training and guidance to non-finance colleagues on key tax principles (e.g., permanent establishment risk, employee taxation, VAT) to ensure tax considerations are embedded across the business. Drive continuous improvement in tax compliance processes and underlying financial systems to improve efficiency, accuracy, and automation. PERSON SPECIFICATION Preferably qualified ACA / ACCA / CTA. Qualified by experience will be considered. Strong knowledge of UK Corporation Tax principles and practices, with a deep understanding of UK VAT, international VAT/GST, Sales Tax, etc. Transfer Pricing Principles; expertise in OECD guidelines, the arm's length principle, and the preparation and defense of Master and Local TP Files. Functional knowledge of other major international tax jurisdictions where the Group operates Comprehensive understanding of current and emerging global tax reforms and their impact on an international company Strong experience in the tax provision process, effective tax rate (ETR) calculation, deferred tax accounting, and tax disclosures under IFRS or UK GAAP Ability to work under pressure, ensuring compliance with deadlines, establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with department staff Strong technical and analytical skills Ability to take responsibility for resolving issues Strong organisation skills with the ability to plan, manage and prioritise workload to ensure all key deadlines are met Good communication skills and a proven change management track record demonstrating the ability to interact with, influence and support people at varying levels within the Group. Possess excellent IT skills with a very good understanding of the UK taxation system and a working knowledge of international tax. Motivated with a thirst for learning, a desire to succeed and have experience of working in a high pressure dynamic environment
Our client is Facilities Services Provider is now looking for Commercial Finance Manager who will be an essential business partner to the Finance Director in the Facilities Services business. The successful candidate will support the central Facilities Services working with the FM businesses across UK on projects, planning and innovation. Responsibilities include planning, analysis & bringing to life new product developments as well as managing the P&L levers to ensure strong sustainable category growth. In addition, the finance manager will support the team and head of marketing operation in accelerating the innovation pipeline into the marketplace. This involves working closely with both the marketing teams and regional finance teams to build a sustained launch plan for the new products and new business opportunities. This role is a fantastic opportunity to step a foot into category finance & to gain exposure to real strategic, operational & business challenges. The successful candidate will have to demonstrate strong track record of ownership and the ability to influence/challenge senior stakeholders. Key Components of the role To provide leadership to the Facilities Services Commercial / Financial team. To provide accurate financial information on a timely basis as required by the To be a champion for the proactive management of risk within the Division. To drive improvements in the management of cash within the business. To develop and monitor business controls to highlight deviations from expected operational performance, and to work with the operations director to correct. To ensure that contracts are properly administered throughout their operation. Key Responsibilities and Accountability Leadership. Ensure that the operational teams are supported by appropriately qualified commercial or financial staff. Take an active role in the development of all commercial, financial and administrative staff within the division, and within the wider community. Be seen by the business as a partner to the operations Director. Perform an active role in the development of the commercial and financial function across. Financial Information Ensure that all necessary inputs are made to the finance systems to allow the production of accurate and timely monthly management accounts for. Review the divisional management accounts to ensure that they present an accurate view of the divisional business performance. Ensure full compliance across the division with all of the commercial and financial processes. Ensure that accurate forecasting is performed and independently reviewed and minuted for each project every month. Ensure that accurate divisional forecasts are prepared each month, with special attention given to the Livre Bleu re-forecasting and budgeting exercises. To cover: Order Intake Invoicing Production Gross Margin Overheads EBIT Cash Receipts. Balance Sheet items, with particular focus on Customer Financing. Risk Management Work with the legal team to highlight and manage contractual risks at the pre and post tender stages. Work with the operational teams to ensure best practice is followed in respect of the management of risks and opportunities. Ensure that risks and opportunities are properly reflected in end life cost and value forecasting for projects, and where appropriate, communicated to the team. Cash Management Work with the Operations Director pre-contract to drive the most cash positive profile for any projects undertaken. Ensure that any applications for payments or invoices are submitted as early as the contract allows. Always seek to drive cash collection to an advance payment position, maximising interim applications where possible. Be the first point of escalation for the divisional commercial team where difficulties are experienced in respect of client certification of our applications or invoices. Ensure that the UK legal team is made fully aware of any payment difficulties as they arise. Manage any contractual escalation under the direction of the Legal Director. Manage any final account negotiations with the client as necessary. Business Controls Work with the Operations Director to develop controls for the monitoring of project and contract performance. Highlight deviations from expected operational performance. Work with the MD to correct operational under performance. Monitor the divisional overhead and cost base, recommending any corrective action as necessary. Contract Administration Work with the legal team to ensure that operational staff are fully briefed in respect of their responsibilities in respect of the performance of all contracts. Ensure that any contractual administration is performed in accordance with the requirements of the contract. Procurement Work with the Procurement team to ensure process compliance across the division. Engage with the supply chain as required and directed by the Procurement team. Lead analysis for Facilities Services and act as the finance lead on this category - provide judgement and challenge the teams to drive better results from a P&L perspective. Develop analytical tools and analysis on a UK level that will help explain performance drivers (internal and external) to simplify the brand plan and the agenda. Support as when on big scale strategic projects including new business opportunities. We are looking for ambitious, energetic and dedicated individuals with a passion for driving business performance. You will have high levels of academic achievement, high learning agility and a proven ability of achieving and surpassing targets and objectives. An understanding of financial concepts and the ability to use them to drive commercial performance is also crucial. MUST be CIMA qualified.
Dec 15, 2025
Full time
Our client is Facilities Services Provider is now looking for Commercial Finance Manager who will be an essential business partner to the Finance Director in the Facilities Services business. The successful candidate will support the central Facilities Services working with the FM businesses across UK on projects, planning and innovation. Responsibilities include planning, analysis & bringing to life new product developments as well as managing the P&L levers to ensure strong sustainable category growth. In addition, the finance manager will support the team and head of marketing operation in accelerating the innovation pipeline into the marketplace. This involves working closely with both the marketing teams and regional finance teams to build a sustained launch plan for the new products and new business opportunities. This role is a fantastic opportunity to step a foot into category finance & to gain exposure to real strategic, operational & business challenges. The successful candidate will have to demonstrate strong track record of ownership and the ability to influence/challenge senior stakeholders. Key Components of the role To provide leadership to the Facilities Services Commercial / Financial team. To provide accurate financial information on a timely basis as required by the To be a champion for the proactive management of risk within the Division. To drive improvements in the management of cash within the business. To develop and monitor business controls to highlight deviations from expected operational performance, and to work with the operations director to correct. To ensure that contracts are properly administered throughout their operation. Key Responsibilities and Accountability Leadership. Ensure that the operational teams are supported by appropriately qualified commercial or financial staff. Take an active role in the development of all commercial, financial and administrative staff within the division, and within the wider community. Be seen by the business as a partner to the operations Director. Perform an active role in the development of the commercial and financial function across. Financial Information Ensure that all necessary inputs are made to the finance systems to allow the production of accurate and timely monthly management accounts for. Review the divisional management accounts to ensure that they present an accurate view of the divisional business performance. Ensure full compliance across the division with all of the commercial and financial processes. Ensure that accurate forecasting is performed and independently reviewed and minuted for each project every month. Ensure that accurate divisional forecasts are prepared each month, with special attention given to the Livre Bleu re-forecasting and budgeting exercises. To cover: Order Intake Invoicing Production Gross Margin Overheads EBIT Cash Receipts. Balance Sheet items, with particular focus on Customer Financing. Risk Management Work with the legal team to highlight and manage contractual risks at the pre and post tender stages. Work with the operational teams to ensure best practice is followed in respect of the management of risks and opportunities. Ensure that risks and opportunities are properly reflected in end life cost and value forecasting for projects, and where appropriate, communicated to the team. Cash Management Work with the Operations Director pre-contract to drive the most cash positive profile for any projects undertaken. Ensure that any applications for payments or invoices are submitted as early as the contract allows. Always seek to drive cash collection to an advance payment position, maximising interim applications where possible. Be the first point of escalation for the divisional commercial team where difficulties are experienced in respect of client certification of our applications or invoices. Ensure that the UK legal team is made fully aware of any payment difficulties as they arise. Manage any contractual escalation under the direction of the Legal Director. Manage any final account negotiations with the client as necessary. Business Controls Work with the Operations Director to develop controls for the monitoring of project and contract performance. Highlight deviations from expected operational performance. Work with the MD to correct operational under performance. Monitor the divisional overhead and cost base, recommending any corrective action as necessary. Contract Administration Work with the legal team to ensure that operational staff are fully briefed in respect of their responsibilities in respect of the performance of all contracts. Ensure that any contractual administration is performed in accordance with the requirements of the contract. Procurement Work with the Procurement team to ensure process compliance across the division. Engage with the supply chain as required and directed by the Procurement team. Lead analysis for Facilities Services and act as the finance lead on this category - provide judgement and challenge the teams to drive better results from a P&L perspective. Develop analytical tools and analysis on a UK level that will help explain performance drivers (internal and external) to simplify the brand plan and the agenda. Support as when on big scale strategic projects including new business opportunities. We are looking for ambitious, energetic and dedicated individuals with a passion for driving business performance. You will have high levels of academic achievement, high learning agility and a proven ability of achieving and surpassing targets and objectives. An understanding of financial concepts and the ability to use them to drive commercial performance is also crucial. MUST be CIMA qualified.
Interim Intellectual Property (IP) Manager 8 month contract About Our Client Leading automotive manufacturer near Swindon. Job Description Reporting to the IP Lead in the Swindon office, the successful Interim Intellectual Property (IP) Manager will support efforts to protect the brand in Europe by managing anti-counterfeiting cases, including serving cease and desist letters. The role requires strong IP experience and knowledge of IP laws and processes. Main Responsibilities Lead anti-counterfeiting enforcement, including co ordinating raids, issuing cease and desist letters and managing litigation to safeguard and strengthen the firm's brand reputation. Implement proactive anti counterfeiting initiatives, such as online marketplace monitoring and collaboration with customs authorities, to detect and prevent counterfeit goods before they reach their customers. Manage contracting and licensing matters, including trademark licensing and reviewing IP related clauses in commercial agreements to ensure compliance and alignment with business objectives. Oversee complex, high impact litigation related to counterfeiting, directing external counsel to mitigate brand risk and achieve favourable outcomes. Drive IP awareness by developing and delivering training and guidance to Associates. Develop and maintain strong relationships with external law firms, enforcement agencies and other stakeholders to enhance operational efficiency and results. Collaborate closely with global IP teams to align strategies, share best practices and strengthen cross regional co operation. The Successful Applicant A successful Interim Intellectual Property (IP) Manager should have: Strong knowledge and experience in intellectual property law within the manufacturing / engineering space with an emphasis on anti counterfeiting. Ideally be a qualified Trademark Attorney, Patent Attorney or Solicitor in the UK or Europe (not a requisite). Proven ability to manage multiple IP matters effectively. Experience of litigation and commercial matters. Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills. Strong communication skills, both written and verbal. Experience in the business services industry is preferred. Capability to work independently and collaboratively within a team. Must have right to work in the UK. What's on Offer Competitive daily rate. Immediate start required. 8 month contract. Opportunity to work on a temporary basis in a professional legal department. Exposure to intellectual property management within the business services industry. Collaborative and supportive work environment. Hybrid working model with HQ near Swindon (3 days in the office 2 days at home). Early finish on Fridays.
Dec 11, 2025
Full time
Interim Intellectual Property (IP) Manager 8 month contract About Our Client Leading automotive manufacturer near Swindon. Job Description Reporting to the IP Lead in the Swindon office, the successful Interim Intellectual Property (IP) Manager will support efforts to protect the brand in Europe by managing anti-counterfeiting cases, including serving cease and desist letters. The role requires strong IP experience and knowledge of IP laws and processes. Main Responsibilities Lead anti-counterfeiting enforcement, including co ordinating raids, issuing cease and desist letters and managing litigation to safeguard and strengthen the firm's brand reputation. Implement proactive anti counterfeiting initiatives, such as online marketplace monitoring and collaboration with customs authorities, to detect and prevent counterfeit goods before they reach their customers. Manage contracting and licensing matters, including trademark licensing and reviewing IP related clauses in commercial agreements to ensure compliance and alignment with business objectives. Oversee complex, high impact litigation related to counterfeiting, directing external counsel to mitigate brand risk and achieve favourable outcomes. Drive IP awareness by developing and delivering training and guidance to Associates. Develop and maintain strong relationships with external law firms, enforcement agencies and other stakeholders to enhance operational efficiency and results. Collaborate closely with global IP teams to align strategies, share best practices and strengthen cross regional co operation. The Successful Applicant A successful Interim Intellectual Property (IP) Manager should have: Strong knowledge and experience in intellectual property law within the manufacturing / engineering space with an emphasis on anti counterfeiting. Ideally be a qualified Trademark Attorney, Patent Attorney or Solicitor in the UK or Europe (not a requisite). Proven ability to manage multiple IP matters effectively. Experience of litigation and commercial matters. Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills. Strong communication skills, both written and verbal. Experience in the business services industry is preferred. Capability to work independently and collaboratively within a team. Must have right to work in the UK. What's on Offer Competitive daily rate. Immediate start required. 8 month contract. Opportunity to work on a temporary basis in a professional legal department. Exposure to intellectual property management within the business services industry. Collaborative and supportive work environment. Hybrid working model with HQ near Swindon (3 days in the office 2 days at home). Early finish on Fridays.
Supervisor (Solicitor / CILEX Lawyer) - Vehicle Hire and Damage Department: CSG - Casualty (EL/PL / Complex Injury / Disease / Fraud / Motor Injury / Vehicle Hire and Damage) Employment Type: Permanent Location: Newport Description DAC Beachcroft is looking to appoint a Supervisor to join our Credit Hire Team in Newport. Our Credit Hire team works with over 40 insurance companies and self insured corporates. The team deals with all aspects of defendant credit hire dispute resolution, providing an end to end solution. The team also provides pre emptive advice on these issues whilst also assisting clients formulate their own strategies. The team deals with credit hire claims from small track to multi track including fraudulent credit hire claims. Our team will also deal with liability, indemnity and associated losses including personal injury, credit repair and diminution. The team has a progressive approach and a market leading reputation for not simply tackling the claims themselves from a litigation perspective, but also for tracking and analysing behaviours and trends with a view to providing insurers with bespoke strategies and changing market behaviours. Why join our credit hire team? Given the size of the team and number of clients we work with there is a real opportunity for growth and development. Progression can either be by technical development, building client relationships and/or progression to supervisor or managerial role. We also actively encourage and support professional funding for further qualification such as Cilex or to qualify as a solicitor. Our team are very busy and work hard, but we offer genuine flexibility from when and where you work to allow you to meet your personal and work commitments. What you will do? Direct Supervision and Management of a small team of handlers who will have responsibility for volume litigated credit hire cases. Through effective supervision and support of fee earners, to be accountable & responsible for the following: Technical supervision of claims All interim and performance reviews, including probation reviews Absence management Cascading and communicating information from senior management. Motivating and engaging the team, as well as overseeing their well being Coach their team and provide support to develop their team members and proceed through the career framework Monitoring team financial performance and ensuring that targets are hit Ensuring files are run pro actively and effectively to conclusion by the relevant fee earner, with appropriate deadlines met Ensuring that fee earners carry out work effectively to meet the needs of the clients and the commercial requirements of the firm Ensuring any emerging risk or compliance issues that are raised by fee earners within a case are addressed and managed in conjunction with the Team Partner in the first instance Effective allocation of work amongst the team to meet the skills and technical knowledge of the individual whilst ensuring work is carried out profitably for the firm and client Raising and dealing with any complaint or any escalated risk or compliance issues appropriately In addition the successful candidate will be responsible for the following: Act as a point of contact for clients, demonstrating a level of knowledge and skill commensurate with experience. Support marketing and business development activity within the team (e.g. attending marketing events, client training, clinics and shadowing days). Handle a small caseload of mixed value pre litigated & litigated credit hire claims. Maintain an awareness of the firm's strategies and plans. Maintain and develop technical knowledge through attendance at training sessions and reading appropriate publications. You will be required to handle confidential information in line with the firm's data security protocols. Who you are Qualified Solicitor or CILEX Lawyer with previous supervision experience, ideally in a Credit Hire motor environment however other supervision experience will be considered. Have demonstrable experience of handling a caseload which includes; credit hire, personal injury or similar case types. A high level of personal compliance with client SLAs, protocols and KPIs Good people management skills including the ability to motivate, coach and mentor team members at all levels IT skills - Be IT literate with a good working knowledge of Excel and Word. Prioritisation & Organisation skills - A strong ability to organise their own time, identify priority tasks and know when to ask for help. Analytical skills - The ability to critically look at factual evidence, identify what is not right/out of the ordinary. Commercial sense - The ability to know the principle or law but also know when is it worth pursuing it. Interpersonal skills - The ability to get on with a team, speak to a customer on the phone and meet a client. Resilience - The ability to stand their ground in a telephone negotiation and to receive feedback. Aptitude to learn - The ability to retain knowledge and put into play new skills. Good oral and written communication skills. What's in it for you? High levels of flexibility and a great work life balance - A well rounded remuneration package (which includes private medical insurance, income protection insurance and discounted gym membership, amongst many other benefits) Opportunities for growth and progression including professional funding In person and remote social events Opportunity to get involved in a range of Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) activities We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, which aligns closely to our cultural principles (Determined, Clear, Creative and Supportive). If you are excited about this role and being part of our culture, but your past experience does not align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles!
Dec 10, 2025
Full time
Supervisor (Solicitor / CILEX Lawyer) - Vehicle Hire and Damage Department: CSG - Casualty (EL/PL / Complex Injury / Disease / Fraud / Motor Injury / Vehicle Hire and Damage) Employment Type: Permanent Location: Newport Description DAC Beachcroft is looking to appoint a Supervisor to join our Credit Hire Team in Newport. Our Credit Hire team works with over 40 insurance companies and self insured corporates. The team deals with all aspects of defendant credit hire dispute resolution, providing an end to end solution. The team also provides pre emptive advice on these issues whilst also assisting clients formulate their own strategies. The team deals with credit hire claims from small track to multi track including fraudulent credit hire claims. Our team will also deal with liability, indemnity and associated losses including personal injury, credit repair and diminution. The team has a progressive approach and a market leading reputation for not simply tackling the claims themselves from a litigation perspective, but also for tracking and analysing behaviours and trends with a view to providing insurers with bespoke strategies and changing market behaviours. Why join our credit hire team? Given the size of the team and number of clients we work with there is a real opportunity for growth and development. Progression can either be by technical development, building client relationships and/or progression to supervisor or managerial role. We also actively encourage and support professional funding for further qualification such as Cilex or to qualify as a solicitor. Our team are very busy and work hard, but we offer genuine flexibility from when and where you work to allow you to meet your personal and work commitments. What you will do? Direct Supervision and Management of a small team of handlers who will have responsibility for volume litigated credit hire cases. Through effective supervision and support of fee earners, to be accountable & responsible for the following: Technical supervision of claims All interim and performance reviews, including probation reviews Absence management Cascading and communicating information from senior management. Motivating and engaging the team, as well as overseeing their well being Coach their team and provide support to develop their team members and proceed through the career framework Monitoring team financial performance and ensuring that targets are hit Ensuring files are run pro actively and effectively to conclusion by the relevant fee earner, with appropriate deadlines met Ensuring that fee earners carry out work effectively to meet the needs of the clients and the commercial requirements of the firm Ensuring any emerging risk or compliance issues that are raised by fee earners within a case are addressed and managed in conjunction with the Team Partner in the first instance Effective allocation of work amongst the team to meet the skills and technical knowledge of the individual whilst ensuring work is carried out profitably for the firm and client Raising and dealing with any complaint or any escalated risk or compliance issues appropriately In addition the successful candidate will be responsible for the following: Act as a point of contact for clients, demonstrating a level of knowledge and skill commensurate with experience. Support marketing and business development activity within the team (e.g. attending marketing events, client training, clinics and shadowing days). Handle a small caseload of mixed value pre litigated & litigated credit hire claims. Maintain an awareness of the firm's strategies and plans. Maintain and develop technical knowledge through attendance at training sessions and reading appropriate publications. You will be required to handle confidential information in line with the firm's data security protocols. Who you are Qualified Solicitor or CILEX Lawyer with previous supervision experience, ideally in a Credit Hire motor environment however other supervision experience will be considered. Have demonstrable experience of handling a caseload which includes; credit hire, personal injury or similar case types. A high level of personal compliance with client SLAs, protocols and KPIs Good people management skills including the ability to motivate, coach and mentor team members at all levels IT skills - Be IT literate with a good working knowledge of Excel and Word. Prioritisation & Organisation skills - A strong ability to organise their own time, identify priority tasks and know when to ask for help. Analytical skills - The ability to critically look at factual evidence, identify what is not right/out of the ordinary. Commercial sense - The ability to know the principle or law but also know when is it worth pursuing it. Interpersonal skills - The ability to get on with a team, speak to a customer on the phone and meet a client. Resilience - The ability to stand their ground in a telephone negotiation and to receive feedback. Aptitude to learn - The ability to retain knowledge and put into play new skills. Good oral and written communication skills. What's in it for you? High levels of flexibility and a great work life balance - A well rounded remuneration package (which includes private medical insurance, income protection insurance and discounted gym membership, amongst many other benefits) Opportunities for growth and progression including professional funding In person and remote social events Opportunity to get involved in a range of Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) activities We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, which aligns closely to our cultural principles (Determined, Clear, Creative and Supportive). If you are excited about this role and being part of our culture, but your past experience does not align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles!
Professional Standards Manager We are looking for a meticulous, fair-minded and collaborative Professional Standards Manager who is committed to protecting the public and championing high standards in psychotherapy, to join our Complaints & Conduct Team. Position: Professional Standards Manager Location: Hybrid - London-based with flexible working Salary: £51,108 per annum (full time equivalent) Hours: Full time, 35 hours per week (part-time considered, minimum 28 hours) Contract: Permanent Closing date:Friday 2 January 2026 Please note we reserve the right to close the vacancy once we have received sufficient applications, so we encourage you to apply as early as possible. About the role As the Professional Standards Manager, you will play a central role in the effective operation of the Complaints and Conduct Process (CCP). You will oversee the day-to-day management of investigations, assessments and adjudications of concerns raised about our registered therapists, ensuring all cases are handled with integrity, fairness and procedural accuracy. You will ensure service standards are met, maintain robust case management records, and support colleagues through legal complexities, subject access requests and regulatory reporting. Working closely with the Professional Conduct Committee (PCC), you will provide case updates, contribute to root-cause analysis, support the development of the annual report and attend PCC meetings as an active participant. You will also support adjudication hearings, including acting as presenting officer for interim suspension hearings, and ensure outcomes are communicated clearly to all relevant parties. This role offers both operational responsibility and strategic impact. You will contribute to regulatory development, policy work, and reaccreditation with the Professional Standards Authority, helping to uphold professional standards and safeguard the public. About you You will bring experience of managing complex complaints in a professional body, regulated organisation or similar environment. Skilled at quickly interpreting detailed information, you are able to make sound, evidence-informed decisions while managing multiple priorities with care and structure. You will be confident communicating with a wide range of people including complainants, registrants, legal professionals, panel members and internal colleagues always demonstrating clarity, empathy and professionalism. You are committed to equity, diversity and inclusion, and support psychologically safe and reflective team environments. You will be comfortable contributing to consultations, producing briefings, undertaking policy research and supporting continuous improvement in complaints handling and regulation. About the Organisation The employer is the leading professional body for psychotherapists and psychotherapeutic counsellors. Alongside professional support for members, they are the leading research, innovation, educational and regulatory body working to advance psychotherapies, and emotional and mental wellness for the benefit of all. They represent training organisations and over 9,000 individual therapists - working privately or in the NHS or voluntary sector - offering a wide variety of psychotherapeutic approaches or modalities. Their charitable objectives are to promote: the art and science of psychotherapy and psychotherapeutic counselling for the public benefit; research in psychotherapy and psychotherapeutic counselling and to disseminate the results of any such research; high standards of education and training and practice in psychotherapy and psychotherapeutic counselling the wider provision of psychotherapy and psychotherapeutic counselling for all sections of the public Other roles you may have experience in could include Complaints Manager, Regulation Officer, Professional Standards Officer, Conduct and Complaints Manager, Quality and Standards Manager, Casework Manager, Fitness to Practise Coordinator, or Governance and Compliance Officer. PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.
Dec 10, 2025
Full time
Professional Standards Manager We are looking for a meticulous, fair-minded and collaborative Professional Standards Manager who is committed to protecting the public and championing high standards in psychotherapy, to join our Complaints & Conduct Team. Position: Professional Standards Manager Location: Hybrid - London-based with flexible working Salary: £51,108 per annum (full time equivalent) Hours: Full time, 35 hours per week (part-time considered, minimum 28 hours) Contract: Permanent Closing date:Friday 2 January 2026 Please note we reserve the right to close the vacancy once we have received sufficient applications, so we encourage you to apply as early as possible. About the role As the Professional Standards Manager, you will play a central role in the effective operation of the Complaints and Conduct Process (CCP). You will oversee the day-to-day management of investigations, assessments and adjudications of concerns raised about our registered therapists, ensuring all cases are handled with integrity, fairness and procedural accuracy. You will ensure service standards are met, maintain robust case management records, and support colleagues through legal complexities, subject access requests and regulatory reporting. Working closely with the Professional Conduct Committee (PCC), you will provide case updates, contribute to root-cause analysis, support the development of the annual report and attend PCC meetings as an active participant. You will also support adjudication hearings, including acting as presenting officer for interim suspension hearings, and ensure outcomes are communicated clearly to all relevant parties. This role offers both operational responsibility and strategic impact. You will contribute to regulatory development, policy work, and reaccreditation with the Professional Standards Authority, helping to uphold professional standards and safeguard the public. About you You will bring experience of managing complex complaints in a professional body, regulated organisation or similar environment. Skilled at quickly interpreting detailed information, you are able to make sound, evidence-informed decisions while managing multiple priorities with care and structure. You will be confident communicating with a wide range of people including complainants, registrants, legal professionals, panel members and internal colleagues always demonstrating clarity, empathy and professionalism. You are committed to equity, diversity and inclusion, and support psychologically safe and reflective team environments. You will be comfortable contributing to consultations, producing briefings, undertaking policy research and supporting continuous improvement in complaints handling and regulation. About the Organisation The employer is the leading professional body for psychotherapists and psychotherapeutic counsellors. Alongside professional support for members, they are the leading research, innovation, educational and regulatory body working to advance psychotherapies, and emotional and mental wellness for the benefit of all. They represent training organisations and over 9,000 individual therapists - working privately or in the NHS or voluntary sector - offering a wide variety of psychotherapeutic approaches or modalities. Their charitable objectives are to promote: the art and science of psychotherapy and psychotherapeutic counselling for the public benefit; research in psychotherapy and psychotherapeutic counselling and to disseminate the results of any such research; high standards of education and training and practice in psychotherapy and psychotherapeutic counselling the wider provision of psychotherapy and psychotherapeutic counselling for all sections of the public Other roles you may have experience in could include Complaints Manager, Regulation Officer, Professional Standards Officer, Conduct and Complaints Manager, Quality and Standards Manager, Casework Manager, Fitness to Practise Coordinator, or Governance and Compliance Officer. PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.
