Location Hybrid working out of any Scottish Forestry office, with occasional travel to our Edinburgh office (Saughton House) required. About the job Job summary About the team This post sits in the Digital Transformation Team within the Transformation and Corporate Services function in Scottish Forestry (SF). This function is responsible for leading organisation-wide change and improvement. The Digital Transformation team (DTT) provide development, maintenance and support of operational delivery systems, in particular SF's case management system, as well as management information systems. The Test Manager post will report to the Digital Service Manager and will lead the test team and be responsible for assuring and minimising the potential risk of systems delivered by development teams or 3rd party vendors. Job description What you will do The Test Manager is responsible for defining, implementing, and overseeing the testing strategy and processes to ensure the delivery of high-quality digital services. This is a hands-on Test Manager role, requiring both strategic coordination and detailed test execution. This role ensures that all products and systems meet agreed standards, function as intended, and provide a seamless experience for users. The Test Manager will lead the test team, manage all testing phases and approaches, and collaborate with stakeholders to align testing activities with business priorities and project timelines. Main Duties Key Focus Areas: Lead system testing strategy and planning, involving key roles across the DTT; Head of Innovation, Head of PMO, Senior Business Analyst, Digital Services Manager Develop and manage comprehensive test plans, leading test team to deliver, and working with Developers, Product Owner, Live Support team Team Management: Lead, mentor, and line manage tester(s), ensuring effective resource allocation and skills development. Stakeholder Engagement: Communicate testing progress, risks, and outcomes clearly to project teams and senior management. Collaborate with project managers, developers, and business stakeholders to align testing activities with delivery timelines. Collaborate with Product Owner and Live Support Manager to prepare and plan release schedules. Coordinate with colleagues in L&SD, Live Support, SMEs, and Operational Leads to plan learning programme which provides a good experience to new staff, ongoing learning for existing staff and case type specific learning when new functionalities are released. Person specification Success Profile The Success Profile below set outs the essential and desirable elements that make up the vacant position - you'll be expected to demonstrate these element in your application and/or during your interview and/or assessment. Experience Essential: Proven experience in software testing, within a management or coordination role. Experience in enterprise-level systems or case management platforms. Experience in use of automated testing tools. Familiarity with business-critical systems and compliance requirements. Strong experience coordinating User Acceptance Test (UAT) with business users. Demonstratable experience creating and managing test plans, scripts, and execution cycles. Previous involvement in digital transformation projects or large-scale system rollouts. Experience of using recognised project and programme methodologies (i.e. Agile, Prince 2). Desirable: Test Manager or equivalent certification e.g. ISTQB or ISEB. Experience with Agile/Scrum environments. Knowledge of risk-based testing. Familiar with exploratory testing techniques. Understanding of public sector systems or regulatory frameworks. Knowledge and experience of Jira Knowledge and experience of delivering government digital standards, for example SG Digital Scotland Service Standard or GDS Digital by Default.
Jun 09, 2026
Full time
Location Hybrid working out of any Scottish Forestry office, with occasional travel to our Edinburgh office (Saughton House) required. About the job Job summary About the team This post sits in the Digital Transformation Team within the Transformation and Corporate Services function in Scottish Forestry (SF). This function is responsible for leading organisation-wide change and improvement. The Digital Transformation team (DTT) provide development, maintenance and support of operational delivery systems, in particular SF's case management system, as well as management information systems. The Test Manager post will report to the Digital Service Manager and will lead the test team and be responsible for assuring and minimising the potential risk of systems delivered by development teams or 3rd party vendors. Job description What you will do The Test Manager is responsible for defining, implementing, and overseeing the testing strategy and processes to ensure the delivery of high-quality digital services. This is a hands-on Test Manager role, requiring both strategic coordination and detailed test execution. This role ensures that all products and systems meet agreed standards, function as intended, and provide a seamless experience for users. The Test Manager will lead the test team, manage all testing phases and approaches, and collaborate with stakeholders to align testing activities with business priorities and project timelines. Main Duties Key Focus Areas: Lead system testing strategy and planning, involving key roles across the DTT; Head of Innovation, Head of PMO, Senior Business Analyst, Digital Services Manager Develop and manage comprehensive test plans, leading test team to deliver, and working with Developers, Product Owner, Live Support team Team Management: Lead, mentor, and line manage tester(s), ensuring effective resource allocation and skills development. Stakeholder Engagement: Communicate testing progress, risks, and outcomes clearly to project teams and senior management. Collaborate with project managers, developers, and business stakeholders to align testing activities with delivery timelines. Collaborate with Product Owner and Live Support Manager to prepare and plan release schedules. Coordinate with colleagues in L&SD, Live Support, SMEs, and Operational Leads to plan learning programme which provides a good experience to new staff, ongoing learning for existing staff and case type specific learning when new functionalities are released. Person specification Success Profile The Success Profile below set outs the essential and desirable elements that make up the vacant position - you'll be expected to demonstrate these element in your application and/or during your interview and/or assessment. Experience Essential: Proven experience in software testing, within a management or coordination role. Experience in enterprise-level systems or case management platforms. Experience in use of automated testing tools. Familiarity with business-critical systems and compliance requirements. Strong experience coordinating User Acceptance Test (UAT) with business users. Demonstratable experience creating and managing test plans, scripts, and execution cycles. Previous involvement in digital transformation projects or large-scale system rollouts. Experience of using recognised project and programme methodologies (i.e. Agile, Prince 2). Desirable: Test Manager or equivalent certification e.g. ISTQB or ISEB. Experience with Agile/Scrum environments. Knowledge of risk-based testing. Familiar with exploratory testing techniques. Understanding of public sector systems or regulatory frameworks. Knowledge and experience of Jira Knowledge and experience of delivering government digital standards, for example SG Digital Scotland Service Standard or GDS Digital by Default.
Location Birmingham, Bristol, Cardiff, Leeds, Manchester, Nottingham, Swindon About the job Job summary The Government Property Agency is the largest property holder in government, with more than £2.1 billion in property assets and over 55% of the government's office estate. We are transforming the way the Civil Service works by creating great places to work, leading the largest commercial office programme in the UK, working towards halving carbon emissions from government offices, and achieving greater value for taxpayers. And we are looking for innovative, solutions-focused people to join our team. Representing the best covenant in the UK - His Majesty's Government - we are leading significant transformational programmes such as the Government Hubs Programme, Whitehall Campus Programme and Net Zero Programme. We are also delivering cost- effective property services such as asset management, lifecycle replacement and workplace services. Innovation and progress underpin our behaviours. We foster a culture of lifelong learning, where curiosity and self-improvement are encouraged. Our four core values are at the heart of everything we do. They shape our culture and guide how we work, lead and grow together: Striving for excellence - We always aim to deliver great results Empowering through respect - We insist on fair treatment for all, always Acting with integrity - We consistently do the right thing Succeeding together - We rely on each other to achieve success The GPA is committed to representing the communities we serve by making Diversity, Equality and Inclusion part of everything we do. To ensure that we are always recruiting and retaining a diverse mix of talent, we are particularly inviting applications from candidates who are disabled, ethnically or gender diverse, and people who identify as being part of the LGBTQ+ community. Join our dynamic and diverse team that leads with purpose, improving sustainability, nurturing social value, driving inclusivity and flexibility, and kickstarting economic growth. We are driven by purpose, and you can be part of it too: where you make a meaningful impact; where you influence; where your voice really matters; where you help to shape our future direction. Job description Are you a visionary Business Analyst who thrives on delivering transformational digital services? Join our Digital Service Transformation Team and spearhead the rollout of end to end ServiceNow capabilities spanning HR Service Delivery (HRSD), Customer Service Management (CSM), IT Service Management (ITSM), IT Operations Management (ITOM), Business Continuity Management (BCM), Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC), Software Asset Management (SAM), and Strategic Portfolio Management (SPM). You will also harness ServiceNow's built-in Generative AI, Agentic AI and mobile app frameworks to deliver intuitive, intelligent self service experiences. Working in a fast paced, high stakes environment, you will integrate ServiceNow with enterprise systems like Planon IWMS, Salesforce CRM, and Microsoft 365/Azure, driving seamless data flows and optimised processes. Your efforts will directly impact how civil servants and citizens access services enhancing efficiency, responsiveness, and transparency across the department. As a Business Analyst specialising in ServiceNow, you will lead the discovery, design and implementation of the following modules: Human Resources Service Delivery (HRSD) Customer Service Management (CSM) IT Service Management (ITSM) Configuration Management Database (CMDB) Common Service Data Model (CSDM) IT Operations Management (ITOM) Business Continuity Management (BCM) Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) Software Asset Management (SAM) Strategic Portfolio Management (SPM) ServiceNow Mobile App ServiceNow AI (Gen AI & Agentic AI) ServiceNow Integrations - Pilgrim (Planon) IWMS, Salesforce, Microsoft and other systems Business Analysis Elicit, capture, and document business requirements from diverse stakeholders both internal and external clients and customers. Produce key artefacts including: Business Requirements Documents (BRDs) with functional and non-functional requirements End-to-end process maps and data flow diagrams User personas and user journey maps Use cases and detailed user stories with acceptance criteria Requirements traceability matrix Analyse and prioritise requirements for ServiceNow modules (HRSD, CSM, ITSM, ITOM, BCM, GRC, SAM, SPM) and ensure alignment with business objectives. Business Process Improvement Create as-is and to-be process maps for workflows to be automated in ServiceNow. Identify opportunities for process optimisation, automation, and self-service enablement. Recommend improvements that leverage ServiceNow GenAI and mobile applications to enhance user experience and service efficiency. Requirements Definition & Management Define, manage, and validate requirements throughout the project lifecycle. Maintain clear requirements traceability from business needs through to delivered features and test scenarios. Support scope management and ensure alignment between business priorities, technical delivery, and compliance requirements. Change Implementation Planning & Management Contribute to the planning and execution of ServiceNow rollouts and upgrades. Support implementation of integrations with enterprise platforms (Planon, Salesforce, Microsoft 365/Azure). Participate in release planning, roadmap discussions, and adoption strategies to ensure smooth transitions and minimal business disruption. Stakeholder Relationship Management Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, acting as the key bridge between business teams and technical developers. Facilitate workshops, demonstrations, and playback sessions to validate requirements and showcase progress. Ensure that stakeholder needs are communicated clearly and reflected in delivered solutions. Organisational Change Management Support change impact assessments for new ServiceNow features, GenAI enhancements, and mobile app rollouts. Develop communication materials, training content, and guidance to drive adoption of new processes and tools. Champion a user-centred approach, ensuring accessibility and inclusion in service design. Testing Define and document test scenarios, test cases, and UAT scripts linked directly to requirements. Coordinate UAT sessions with business stakeholders to validate functionality, usability, and data quality. Support defect triage and ensure that delivered solutions meet business and compliance needs. Person specification Essential criteria: ServiceNow Expertise: Experience as a Business Analyst or Functional Consultant leading multi module ServiceNow implementations (HRSD, CSM, ITSM, ITOM, BCM, GRC, SAM, SPM). Proven track record integrating ServiceNow with external platforms (Planon, Salesforce, Microsoft 365/Azure) in a regulated environment. Analytical & Communication Skills: Exceptional ability to translate complex technical concepts into compelling narratives for stakeholders at all levels. Strong facilitation skills leading collaborative design sessions, de risking through early prototyping, and guiding user acceptance testing. Proven experience creating and maintaining core BA artefacts (BRD, process maps, user personas, RTM, test cases). UK Government Background (Preferred): Familiarity with UK government standards such as Service Standard, Service Manual, Service Assessment, GDPR / DPIA, Cyber Assessment Framework (CAF), and digital accessibility (WCAG) requirements. Technical Aptitude: Proficient in process mapping tools (Visio, Lucidchart) and agile project management (Jira, Azure DevOps). Understanding of ServiceNow scripting (Business Rules, Client Scripts, UI Policies) to collaborate effectively with development teams. Comfortable working within Agile/Scrum ceremonies backlog grooming, sprint planning, retrospectives.
Jun 09, 2026
Full time
Location Birmingham, Bristol, Cardiff, Leeds, Manchester, Nottingham, Swindon About the job Job summary The Government Property Agency is the largest property holder in government, with more than £2.1 billion in property assets and over 55% of the government's office estate. We are transforming the way the Civil Service works by creating great places to work, leading the largest commercial office programme in the UK, working towards halving carbon emissions from government offices, and achieving greater value for taxpayers. And we are looking for innovative, solutions-focused people to join our team. Representing the best covenant in the UK - His Majesty's Government - we are leading significant transformational programmes such as the Government Hubs Programme, Whitehall Campus Programme and Net Zero Programme. We are also delivering cost- effective property services such as asset management, lifecycle replacement and workplace services. Innovation and progress underpin our behaviours. We foster a culture of lifelong learning, where curiosity and self-improvement are encouraged. Our four core values are at the heart of everything we do. They shape our culture and guide how we work, lead and grow together: Striving for excellence - We always aim to deliver great results Empowering through respect - We insist on fair treatment for all, always Acting with integrity - We consistently do the right thing Succeeding together - We rely on each other to achieve success The GPA is committed to representing the communities we serve by making Diversity, Equality and Inclusion part of everything we do. To ensure that we are always recruiting and retaining a diverse mix of talent, we are particularly inviting applications from candidates who are disabled, ethnically or gender diverse, and people who identify as being part of the LGBTQ+ community. Join our dynamic and diverse team that leads with purpose, improving sustainability, nurturing social value, driving inclusivity and flexibility, and kickstarting economic growth. We are driven by purpose, and you can be part of it too: where you make a meaningful impact; where you influence; where your voice really matters; where you help to shape our future direction. Job description Are you a visionary Business Analyst who thrives on delivering transformational digital services? Join our Digital Service Transformation Team and spearhead the rollout of end to end ServiceNow capabilities spanning HR Service Delivery (HRSD), Customer Service Management (CSM), IT Service Management (ITSM), IT Operations Management (ITOM), Business Continuity Management (BCM), Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC), Software Asset Management (SAM), and Strategic Portfolio Management (SPM). You will also harness ServiceNow's built-in Generative AI, Agentic AI and mobile app frameworks to deliver intuitive, intelligent self service experiences. Working in a fast paced, high stakes environment, you will integrate ServiceNow with enterprise systems like Planon IWMS, Salesforce CRM, and Microsoft 365/Azure, driving seamless data flows and optimised processes. Your efforts will directly impact how civil servants and citizens access services enhancing efficiency, responsiveness, and transparency across the department. As a Business Analyst specialising in ServiceNow, you will lead the discovery, design and implementation of the following modules: Human Resources Service Delivery (HRSD) Customer Service Management (CSM) IT Service Management (ITSM) Configuration Management Database (CMDB) Common Service Data Model (CSDM) IT Operations Management (ITOM) Business Continuity Management (BCM) Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) Software Asset Management (SAM) Strategic Portfolio Management (SPM) ServiceNow Mobile App ServiceNow AI (Gen AI & Agentic AI) ServiceNow Integrations - Pilgrim (Planon) IWMS, Salesforce, Microsoft and other systems Business Analysis Elicit, capture, and document business requirements from diverse stakeholders both internal and external clients and customers. Produce key artefacts including: Business Requirements Documents (BRDs) with functional and non-functional requirements End-to-end process maps and data flow diagrams User personas and user journey maps Use cases and detailed user stories with acceptance criteria Requirements traceability matrix Analyse and prioritise requirements for ServiceNow modules (HRSD, CSM, ITSM, ITOM, BCM, GRC, SAM, SPM) and ensure alignment with business objectives. Business Process Improvement Create as-is and to-be process maps for workflows to be automated in ServiceNow. Identify opportunities for process optimisation, automation, and self-service enablement. Recommend improvements that leverage ServiceNow GenAI and mobile applications to enhance user experience and service efficiency. Requirements Definition & Management Define, manage, and validate requirements throughout the project lifecycle. Maintain clear requirements traceability from business needs through to delivered features and test scenarios. Support scope management and ensure alignment between business priorities, technical delivery, and compliance requirements. Change Implementation Planning & Management Contribute to the planning and execution of ServiceNow rollouts and upgrades. Support implementation of integrations with enterprise platforms (Planon, Salesforce, Microsoft 365/Azure). Participate in release planning, roadmap discussions, and adoption strategies to ensure smooth transitions and minimal business disruption. Stakeholder Relationship Management Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, acting as the key bridge between business teams and technical developers. Facilitate workshops, demonstrations, and playback sessions to validate requirements and showcase progress. Ensure that stakeholder needs are communicated clearly and reflected in delivered solutions. Organisational Change Management Support change impact assessments for new ServiceNow features, GenAI enhancements, and mobile app rollouts. Develop communication materials, training content, and guidance to drive adoption of new processes and tools. Champion a user-centred approach, ensuring accessibility and inclusion in service design. Testing Define and document test scenarios, test cases, and UAT scripts linked directly to requirements. Coordinate UAT sessions with business stakeholders to validate functionality, usability, and data quality. Support defect triage and ensure that delivered solutions meet business and compliance needs. Person specification Essential criteria: ServiceNow Expertise: Experience as a Business Analyst or Functional Consultant leading multi module ServiceNow implementations (HRSD, CSM, ITSM, ITOM, BCM, GRC, SAM, SPM). Proven track record integrating ServiceNow with external platforms (Planon, Salesforce, Microsoft 365/Azure) in a regulated environment. Analytical & Communication Skills: Exceptional ability to translate complex technical concepts into compelling narratives for stakeholders at all levels. Strong facilitation skills leading collaborative design sessions, de risking through early prototyping, and guiding user acceptance testing. Proven experience creating and maintaining core BA artefacts (BRD, process maps, user personas, RTM, test cases). UK Government Background (Preferred): Familiarity with UK government standards such as Service Standard, Service Manual, Service Assessment, GDPR / DPIA, Cyber Assessment Framework (CAF), and digital accessibility (WCAG) requirements. Technical Aptitude: Proficient in process mapping tools (Visio, Lucidchart) and agile project management (Jira, Azure DevOps). Understanding of ServiceNow scripting (Business Rules, Client Scripts, UI Policies) to collaborate effectively with development teams. Comfortable working within Agile/Scrum ceremonies backlog grooming, sprint planning, retrospectives.
Strategic IT Lead- Shape Technology Strategy, Innovation and Digital Future Location: Hybrid (2 days in Office) Leatherhead, Surrey Salary: £Competitive per annum plus benefits Hours: Part time, 22.5 hours Contract: Permanent A New Opportunity to Shape SeeAbility's Digital Future SeeAbility is looking for an exceptional Strategic IT Lead to shape our digital, technology, and data strategy at a pivotal time in our growth. This is a senior leadership role with real influence and visibility. Reporting to the Finance Director, you will help define how technology drives our mission and improves outcomes for the people we support. Do you want to use technology to make a real difference in people s lives? Leading Strategy, Innovation and Digital Transformation You will lead SeeAbility s organisation wide approach to digital, data, and technology. Your work will ensure our systems and tools are modern, secure, and ready for the future. You will be responsible for: Leading the development of our IT and digital strategy Overseeing major system changes and digital upgrades Driving the adoption of AI and intelligent tools Strengthening data governance and data quality Enhancing digital services across the organisation Building a secure, resilient, future ready technology environment You will partner closely with: The Strategic IT team , who you will lead and develop The Head of Technical IT , ensuring alignment across all technology functions Colleagues across operations, finance, and service delivery The Senior Leadership Team , advising on risk, transformation, and long term digital priorities Are you confident influencing senior leaders and shaping strategy at the highest level? A Role for Visionary, People-Focused Leader You are a forward thinking technology leader who brings clarity, energy, and strategic insight. You combine technical understanding with strong people and communication skills. You bring experience in: Leading organisation wide digital and IT strategies Managing data, infrastructure, and major technology platforms Modernising systems and improving digital capability Delivering secure environments and mitigating technology risk Driving digital transformation in medium to large organisations Working in charity, social care, or not for profit settings (desirable) You excel at: Translating complex technical topics into clear business decisions Building strong relationships across teams and departments Leading high performing, collaborative teams Balancing long term vision with operational realities Making decisions with good judgement and strategic awareness Do you thrive in environments where technology has the power to create social impact? What You Will Bring: We re looking for someone who is: Strategic, adaptable, and future focused Confident at senior levels, with strong influencing skills Motivated by purpose driven work Skilled at both strategy and hands on problem solving Committed to creating modern, user centred digital experiences Passionate about using technology to empower people and communities Are you ready to lead meaningful change and shape a more digital, connected SeeAbility? Why This Role Matters This is a rare opportunity to lead an ambitious digital journey with: Real autonomy Senior visibility Strategic influence A strong mandate for change The chance to create lasting impact for people and communities If you want to lead our digital future and help build a modern, resilient, user centred technology environment we would love to hear from you. Why Join Us as a Stategic IT Lead? We don t just offer jobs we build careers and celebrate people. Your Development & Appreciation • Annual Excellence Awards we celebrate your impact • Long Service Awards recognition every 5 years • Development Discussions your growth matters • Leadership Development Academy take your next step Your Work-Life Balance • 33 days holiday (pro-rata) (incl. bank holidays), rising to 41 days with long service • Life events leave time off when it matters most • Organisational Sick Pay 2 weeks after 6 months, up to 12 weeks over 3 years • Buy or sell annual leave • Enhanced Family-Friendly Pay + Paid Fertility Leave • Carers Leave Your Money Goes Further • £500 monthly bonus draw two lucky winners every month • Blue Light Card + retail discounts & cashback • Access to Tickets for Good • Pay reviews + competitive rates • Pension scheme with tools to plan your future • Paid DBS & renewals • Season ticket loans • Advance Pay & Savings via Stream Your Wellbeing Counts • Cycle to Work scheme • Life assurance 2x annual salary • 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme • Free eye tests • Discounted gym membership • In-house Wellbeing Coach Safeguarding and Promoting Welfare SeeAbility is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the people we support. We expect all staff to uphold this commitment and have a strong understanding of their roles and responsibilities in safeguarding. Safer Recruitment As part of our safer recruitment procedures, we require the following checks for all successful applicants: A criminal background check through the Disclosure and Barring Service (where appropriate). Documentary evidence to confirm your identity, current address, and the right to work in the UK. Health Declaration to ensure that you are medically suitable for the role you have been offered. References will be obtained to ensure satisfactory evidence of conduct in current or previous employment concerned with the provision of services relating to (a) health or social care, or (b) children or vulnerable adults. These checks will be carried out and completed prior offering a date to start employment at SeeAbility s expense. Diversity SeeAbility is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from individuals of all identities, including those from underrepresented groups and those who have a disability or neurodivergent condition. We are please to confirm that we are a Disability Confident Employer. We believe a diverse workforce drives innovation, creativity, and success. Everyone s unique experiences and views are appreciated, and their opinion valued. We are happy to offer any reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process or the role itself to ensure a fair and equitable experience for all candidates. In exceptional circumstances, the exempt from the Equality Act 2010 (Schedule 9, Part 1) which provides for the application of a genuine occupational requirement.
Jun 09, 2026
Full time
Strategic IT Lead- Shape Technology Strategy, Innovation and Digital Future Location: Hybrid (2 days in Office) Leatherhead, Surrey Salary: £Competitive per annum plus benefits Hours: Part time, 22.5 hours Contract: Permanent A New Opportunity to Shape SeeAbility's Digital Future SeeAbility is looking for an exceptional Strategic IT Lead to shape our digital, technology, and data strategy at a pivotal time in our growth. This is a senior leadership role with real influence and visibility. Reporting to the Finance Director, you will help define how technology drives our mission and improves outcomes for the people we support. Do you want to use technology to make a real difference in people s lives? Leading Strategy, Innovation and Digital Transformation You will lead SeeAbility s organisation wide approach to digital, data, and technology. Your work will ensure our systems and tools are modern, secure, and ready for the future. You will be responsible for: Leading the development of our IT and digital strategy Overseeing major system changes and digital upgrades Driving the adoption of AI and intelligent tools Strengthening data governance and data quality Enhancing digital services across the organisation Building a secure, resilient, future ready technology environment You will partner closely with: The Strategic IT team , who you will lead and develop The Head of Technical IT , ensuring alignment across all technology functions Colleagues across operations, finance, and service delivery The Senior Leadership Team , advising on risk, transformation, and long term digital priorities Are you confident influencing senior leaders and shaping strategy at the highest level? A Role for Visionary, People-Focused Leader You are a forward thinking technology leader who brings clarity, energy, and strategic insight. You combine technical understanding with strong people and communication skills. You bring experience in: Leading organisation wide digital and IT strategies Managing data, infrastructure, and major technology platforms Modernising systems and improving digital capability Delivering secure environments and mitigating technology risk Driving digital transformation in medium to large organisations Working in charity, social care, or not for profit settings (desirable) You excel at: Translating complex technical topics into clear business decisions Building strong relationships across teams and departments Leading high performing, collaborative teams Balancing long term vision with operational realities Making decisions with good judgement and strategic awareness Do you thrive in environments where technology has the power to create social impact? What You Will Bring: We re looking for someone who is: Strategic, adaptable, and future focused Confident at senior levels, with strong influencing skills Motivated by purpose driven work Skilled at both strategy and hands on problem solving Committed to creating modern, user centred digital experiences Passionate about using technology to empower people and communities Are you ready to lead meaningful change and shape a more digital, connected SeeAbility? Why This Role Matters This is a rare opportunity to lead an ambitious digital journey with: Real autonomy Senior visibility Strategic influence A strong mandate for change The chance to create lasting impact for people and communities If you want to lead our digital future and help build a modern, resilient, user centred technology environment we would love to hear from you. Why Join Us as a Stategic IT Lead? We don t just offer jobs we build careers and celebrate people. Your Development & Appreciation • Annual Excellence Awards we celebrate your impact • Long Service Awards recognition every 5 years • Development Discussions your growth matters • Leadership Development Academy take your next step Your Work-Life Balance • 33 days holiday (pro-rata) (incl. bank holidays), rising to 41 days with long service • Life events leave time off when it matters most • Organisational Sick Pay 2 weeks after 6 months, up to 12 weeks over 3 years • Buy or sell annual leave • Enhanced Family-Friendly Pay + Paid Fertility Leave • Carers Leave Your Money Goes Further • £500 monthly bonus draw two lucky winners every month • Blue Light Card + retail discounts & cashback • Access to Tickets for Good • Pay reviews + competitive rates • Pension scheme with tools to plan your future • Paid DBS & renewals • Season ticket loans • Advance Pay & Savings via Stream Your Wellbeing Counts • Cycle to Work scheme • Life assurance 2x annual salary • 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme • Free eye tests • Discounted gym membership • In-house Wellbeing Coach Safeguarding and Promoting Welfare SeeAbility is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the people we support. We expect all staff to uphold this commitment and have a strong understanding of their roles and responsibilities in safeguarding. Safer Recruitment As part of our safer recruitment procedures, we require the following checks for all successful applicants: A criminal background check through the Disclosure and Barring Service (where appropriate). Documentary evidence to confirm your identity, current address, and the right to work in the UK. Health Declaration to ensure that you are medically suitable for the role you have been offered. References will be obtained to ensure satisfactory evidence of conduct in current or previous employment concerned with the provision of services relating to (a) health or social care, or (b) children or vulnerable adults. These checks will be carried out and completed prior offering a date to start employment at SeeAbility s expense. Diversity SeeAbility is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from individuals of all identities, including those from underrepresented groups and those who have a disability or neurodivergent condition. We are please to confirm that we are a Disability Confident Employer. We believe a diverse workforce drives innovation, creativity, and success. Everyone s unique experiences and views are appreciated, and their opinion valued. We are happy to offer any reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process or the role itself to ensure a fair and equitable experience for all candidates. In exceptional circumstances, the exempt from the Equality Act 2010 (Schedule 9, Part 1) which provides for the application of a genuine occupational requirement.
Director of Supply Chain Assurance Location: GB or NI Are you a senior technical leader ready to shape and safeguard end-to-end supply chain performance? We're looking for a Head of Supply Chain Assurance to lead strategy, mitigate risk, and ensure the highest standards of food safety, quality, compliance and integrity across our supply chain. What you'll be doing Leading a best-in-class supply chain assurance strategy, aligned with business and customer expectations Driving supplier risk management and compliance, including audits and performance frameworks Ensuring robust quality assurance and material specifications to meet legal and customer standards Overseeing a high-performing product specifications function, delivering right-first-time accuracy Championing continuous improvement, leveraging systems and digital solutions Building strong partnerships with suppliers, customers, and internal stakeholders Providing clear governance, reporting and insight to senior leadership What we're looking for Essential: Proven experience in a senior technical leadership role within the food industry Strong knowledge of HACCP (Level 3+), VACCP/TACCP, and auditing standards (e.g. BRCGS) Experience working with major retailers and customer Codes of Practice Ability to lead large teams and drive strategic change Strong understanding of supply chain risk, quality and compliance Desirable: HACCP Level 4 Extensive auditing experience across multiple product categories and regions Knowledge of food labelling regulations Demonstrated success in change management and transformation Broad experience across factory operations, supplier management and specifications Animal/Poultry Welfare Certified Why join us? Take ownership of a critical leadership role influencing end-to-end supply chain performance Work in a business committed to quality, integrity and continuous improvement Lead and develop a large, high-performing team Be at the forefront of industry standards and customer expectations JBRP1_UKTJ
Jun 09, 2026
Full time
Director of Supply Chain Assurance Location: GB or NI Are you a senior technical leader ready to shape and safeguard end-to-end supply chain performance? We're looking for a Head of Supply Chain Assurance to lead strategy, mitigate risk, and ensure the highest standards of food safety, quality, compliance and integrity across our supply chain. What you'll be doing Leading a best-in-class supply chain assurance strategy, aligned with business and customer expectations Driving supplier risk management and compliance, including audits and performance frameworks Ensuring robust quality assurance and material specifications to meet legal and customer standards Overseeing a high-performing product specifications function, delivering right-first-time accuracy Championing continuous improvement, leveraging systems and digital solutions Building strong partnerships with suppliers, customers, and internal stakeholders Providing clear governance, reporting and insight to senior leadership What we're looking for Essential: Proven experience in a senior technical leadership role within the food industry Strong knowledge of HACCP (Level 3+), VACCP/TACCP, and auditing standards (e.g. BRCGS) Experience working with major retailers and customer Codes of Practice Ability to lead large teams and drive strategic change Strong understanding of supply chain risk, quality and compliance Desirable: HACCP Level 4 Extensive auditing experience across multiple product categories and regions Knowledge of food labelling regulations Demonstrated success in change management and transformation Broad experience across factory operations, supplier management and specifications Animal/Poultry Welfare Certified Why join us? Take ownership of a critical leadership role influencing end-to-end supply chain performance Work in a business committed to quality, integrity and continuous improvement Lead and develop a large, high-performing team Be at the forefront of industry standards and customer expectations JBRP1_UKTJ
Head of Communications Location: Remote Salary: £19,160 - £21,424 per annum Vacancy Type: Permanent We are a leading social justice charity supporting people to recover from addiction and leave behind crime - helping them move on in life with family, friends, jobs, homes, and a sense of belonging. Working in over 80 prison and community settings across England and Wales, we support more than 40,000 people each year to achieve lasting, transformational change. Alongside frontline local delivery, we are driving change nationally - challenging stigma, influencing policy, and creating a society that believes in second chances and long-term recovery. The opportunity We are looking for an exceptional communications leader to join us in a job share Head of Communications role, working alongside an experienced colleague to shape and deliver a high-impact, organisation-wide communications strategy. This is a unique opportunity to lead high-profile national campaigns, strengthen our voice across the media and digital landscape, and ensure our people - over 900 staff across the country, many with lived experience - remain connected, engaged, and inspired by our mission. What you ll lead You will play a central role in amplifying our impact and growing our influence, including: National campaigns and public engagement including our flagship Taking Action on Addiction campaign and Addiction Awareness Week, supported by our Royal Patron, HRH Princess of Wales, reaching millions each year Media and profile-building securing high-quality coverage, managing relationships with press, ambassadors, and influencers, including Lily Allen, Alasdair Campbell and many others Audience growth and supporter engagement expanding our network of donors, partners, and advocates Digital and content strategy driving a multi-platform approach that positions us as a thought leader in our field and also helps us reach the people who most need our support Internal communications and culture ensuring our 900+ staff feel informed, connected, and part of a shared purpose Team leadership jointly leading a skilled communications team and working closely with senior leaders, including our Chair, Tony Adams OBE, the CEO and Executive Team and Trustees. Why this role matters This role sits at the heart of how we influence change - shaping how we tell our story, how we reach people who need support, and how we mobilise public and political will. You ll help ensure our communications are not only compelling, but impactful - supporting service delivery, influencing systems, and ultimately helping more people rebuild their lives. Who we re looking for We want a dynamic, values-driven communications professional who can operate both strategically and hands-on . You will: Bring a strong track record across PR, campaigns, digital, and internal communications Be confident leading complex, multi-channel communications activity Experience navigating complex organisational environments with diverse operational and service functions. Have experience translating organisational mission into clear, engaging messaging for diverse audiences Be a collaborative leader, comfortable working in a job share arrangement and across senior teams Combine creativity with delivery able to move from strategy to execution at pace Bring a strategic and pragmatic approach to marketing, with strong attention to brand consistency and discipline. Be passionate about social justice and motivated by real-world impact If you re ready to use your communications expertise to drive real social change, we d love to hear from you. About Us We are The Forward Trust, the social enterprise with charitable status that empowers people to break the often interlinked cycles of crime and addiction to move forward with their lives. For more than 25 years we have been working with people to build positive and productive lives, whatever their past. We believe that anyone is capable of lasting change. Our services have supported thousands of people to make positive changes and build productive lives with a job, family, friends and a sense of community. To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Forward Trust, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application.
Jun 09, 2026
Full time
Head of Communications Location: Remote Salary: £19,160 - £21,424 per annum Vacancy Type: Permanent We are a leading social justice charity supporting people to recover from addiction and leave behind crime - helping them move on in life with family, friends, jobs, homes, and a sense of belonging. Working in over 80 prison and community settings across England and Wales, we support more than 40,000 people each year to achieve lasting, transformational change. Alongside frontline local delivery, we are driving change nationally - challenging stigma, influencing policy, and creating a society that believes in second chances and long-term recovery. The opportunity We are looking for an exceptional communications leader to join us in a job share Head of Communications role, working alongside an experienced colleague to shape and deliver a high-impact, organisation-wide communications strategy. This is a unique opportunity to lead high-profile national campaigns, strengthen our voice across the media and digital landscape, and ensure our people - over 900 staff across the country, many with lived experience - remain connected, engaged, and inspired by our mission. What you ll lead You will play a central role in amplifying our impact and growing our influence, including: National campaigns and public engagement including our flagship Taking Action on Addiction campaign and Addiction Awareness Week, supported by our Royal Patron, HRH Princess of Wales, reaching millions each year Media and profile-building securing high-quality coverage, managing relationships with press, ambassadors, and influencers, including Lily Allen, Alasdair Campbell and many others Audience growth and supporter engagement expanding our network of donors, partners, and advocates Digital and content strategy driving a multi-platform approach that positions us as a thought leader in our field and also helps us reach the people who most need our support Internal communications and culture ensuring our 900+ staff feel informed, connected, and part of a shared purpose Team leadership jointly leading a skilled communications team and working closely with senior leaders, including our Chair, Tony Adams OBE, the CEO and Executive Team and Trustees. Why this role matters This role sits at the heart of how we influence change - shaping how we tell our story, how we reach people who need support, and how we mobilise public and political will. You ll help ensure our communications are not only compelling, but impactful - supporting service delivery, influencing systems, and ultimately helping more people rebuild their lives. Who we re looking for We want a dynamic, values-driven communications professional who can operate both strategically and hands-on . You will: Bring a strong track record across PR, campaigns, digital, and internal communications Be confident leading complex, multi-channel communications activity Experience navigating complex organisational environments with diverse operational and service functions. Have experience translating organisational mission into clear, engaging messaging for diverse audiences Be a collaborative leader, comfortable working in a job share arrangement and across senior teams Combine creativity with delivery able to move from strategy to execution at pace Bring a strategic and pragmatic approach to marketing, with strong attention to brand consistency and discipline. Be passionate about social justice and motivated by real-world impact If you re ready to use your communications expertise to drive real social change, we d love to hear from you. About Us We are The Forward Trust, the social enterprise with charitable status that empowers people to break the often interlinked cycles of crime and addiction to move forward with their lives. For more than 25 years we have been working with people to build positive and productive lives, whatever their past. We believe that anyone is capable of lasting change. Our services have supported thousands of people to make positive changes and build productive lives with a job, family, friends and a sense of community. To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Forward Trust, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application.
More2Life, part of the Key Group of companies, has been a pioneering force in the Equity Release market since its launch in 2008. Our mission is to help over 55's live their later life with freedom and peace of mind. We're committed to achieving this mission by providing innovative, customer-focused lending solutions that meet the unique needs of those aged 55 or over and their families. We are looking for a qualified Senior Solicitor to lead and develop our Group Lending Legal Team. The legal team supports the lending function of our Group providing expert property legal advice, strategic guidance, and operational support across the full end-to-end lifecycle of lifetime mortgage products. The Head of Conveyancing is a senior leadership role with primary responsibility for overseeing the property and conveyancing related legal aspects of lifetime mortgage lending within more2life, together with the provision of legal oversight on key contracts and commercial arrangements. The role plays a key strategic role in shaping lending policies, managing legal risk and providing oversight and direction on conveyancing related legal issues arising from secured lending activity. The successful candidate will act as the senior legal authority for our lending division, ensuring regulatory compliance, legal risk management, operational excellence, and high-quality technical legal support to the wider business. Main role & responsibilities: As well as leading, mentoring and developing the legal team you will play a key role in providing legal leadership across the full lifetime mortgage cycle. Working closely with Underwriting, Risk, Compliance and Operations teams, you will provide expert legal oversight and strategic support across the business. Origination & Conveyancing Provide senior legal oversight of all legal property conveyancing related aspects of lifetime mortgage lending, Provide expert advice on complex conveyancing matters, including leasehold, title defects, estate rent charges and non-standard property issues, ensure processes align with regulatory requirements, lender policies, and industry standards. Post Completion Support the Servicing team on post completion activity including transfers of equity, part sale of land and service charge arrears Instructing and managing external legal advisors on repossession litigation, providing clear advice to senior stakeholders on risk, progress and outcomes Contract Support Drafting, reviewing and advising on a range of commercial contracts supporting the lending business, with a particular focus on supplier agreements. Providing legal advice on contractual risk, negotiating terms and ensuring agreements align with internal policies and commercial objectives Working with Operations and the Head of Supplier Relationships to support effective supplier onboarding and ongoing contract management Legal Risk & Governance Identify, assess, and mitigate legal risks across the lending lifecycle. Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, regulation, and best practice Contribute to governance frameworks, internal policies, and audit responses. Provide clear and pragmatic legal advice to senior stakeholders. Advise the business on legal risk, policy changes, and legislative developments affecting conveyancing and lifetime mortgage products Stakeholder Engagement Act as a trusted legal adviser to senior leadership and key business stakeholders. Work collaboratively with Compliance, Risk, Operations, and Customer teams. Represent the legal function in internal forums, projects, and change initiatives. Continuous Improvement Drive process improvements and efficiencies within the legal function. Embed consistent standards, strong controls, and high-quality legal outcomes. Support transformation initiatives and growth of the lending business. Ideally, we will be looking for: Qualified Solicitor (England & Wales) with a minimum of 7 years PQE in Residential Property gained either in house or in private practice. Experience of drafting and negotiating commercial contracts Ability to identify and communicate legal issues to a non legal audience Strong technical knowledge of conveyancing and mortgage-related legal work. Experience managing or leading legal teams. Strong commercial awareness and ability to provide pragmatic business-focused advice. Experience within lifetime mortgages, equity release or specialist lending is desirable
Jun 09, 2026
Full time
More2Life, part of the Key Group of companies, has been a pioneering force in the Equity Release market since its launch in 2008. Our mission is to help over 55's live their later life with freedom and peace of mind. We're committed to achieving this mission by providing innovative, customer-focused lending solutions that meet the unique needs of those aged 55 or over and their families. We are looking for a qualified Senior Solicitor to lead and develop our Group Lending Legal Team. The legal team supports the lending function of our Group providing expert property legal advice, strategic guidance, and operational support across the full end-to-end lifecycle of lifetime mortgage products. The Head of Conveyancing is a senior leadership role with primary responsibility for overseeing the property and conveyancing related legal aspects of lifetime mortgage lending within more2life, together with the provision of legal oversight on key contracts and commercial arrangements. The role plays a key strategic role in shaping lending policies, managing legal risk and providing oversight and direction on conveyancing related legal issues arising from secured lending activity. The successful candidate will act as the senior legal authority for our lending division, ensuring regulatory compliance, legal risk management, operational excellence, and high-quality technical legal support to the wider business. Main role & responsibilities: As well as leading, mentoring and developing the legal team you will play a key role in providing legal leadership across the full lifetime mortgage cycle. Working closely with Underwriting, Risk, Compliance and Operations teams, you will provide expert legal oversight and strategic support across the business. Origination & Conveyancing Provide senior legal oversight of all legal property conveyancing related aspects of lifetime mortgage lending, Provide expert advice on complex conveyancing matters, including leasehold, title defects, estate rent charges and non-standard property issues, ensure processes align with regulatory requirements, lender policies, and industry standards. Post Completion Support the Servicing team on post completion activity including transfers of equity, part sale of land and service charge arrears Instructing and managing external legal advisors on repossession litigation, providing clear advice to senior stakeholders on risk, progress and outcomes Contract Support Drafting, reviewing and advising on a range of commercial contracts supporting the lending business, with a particular focus on supplier agreements. Providing legal advice on contractual risk, negotiating terms and ensuring agreements align with internal policies and commercial objectives Working with Operations and the Head of Supplier Relationships to support effective supplier onboarding and ongoing contract management Legal Risk & Governance Identify, assess, and mitigate legal risks across the lending lifecycle. Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, regulation, and best practice Contribute to governance frameworks, internal policies, and audit responses. Provide clear and pragmatic legal advice to senior stakeholders. Advise the business on legal risk, policy changes, and legislative developments affecting conveyancing and lifetime mortgage products Stakeholder Engagement Act as a trusted legal adviser to senior leadership and key business stakeholders. Work collaboratively with Compliance, Risk, Operations, and Customer teams. Represent the legal function in internal forums, projects, and change initiatives. Continuous Improvement Drive process improvements and efficiencies within the legal function. Embed consistent standards, strong controls, and high-quality legal outcomes. Support transformation initiatives and growth of the lending business. Ideally, we will be looking for: Qualified Solicitor (England & Wales) with a minimum of 7 years PQE in Residential Property gained either in house or in private practice. Experience of drafting and negotiating commercial contracts Ability to identify and communicate legal issues to a non legal audience Strong technical knowledge of conveyancing and mortgage-related legal work. Experience managing or leading legal teams. Strong commercial awareness and ability to provide pragmatic business-focused advice. Experience within lifetime mortgages, equity release or specialist lending is desirable
Senior Consultant (Project Manager), London Requisition ID: 26304 Country: United Kingdom Location type: Hybrid State / Province: Greater London City: London About Us: Korn Ferry is a global consulting firm that powers performance. We unlock the potential in your people and unleash transformation across your business - synchronizing strategy, operations, and talent to accelerate performance, fuel growth, and inspire a legacy of change. That's why the world's most forward-thinking companies across every major industry turn to us - for a shared commitment to lasting impact and the bold ambition to Be More Than. Headquartered in Los Angeles, our over 9,000 colleagues globally serve clients in more than 50 countries. We offer five core capabilities that span the full talent lifecycle: Organizational Strategy Assessment and Succession Talent Acquisition Leadership Development Rewards and Benefits Senior Consultant - Project Manager (Interim Growth - UK Public Sector) Korn Ferry - Consulting (UK) The Opportunity We are seeking a Senior Consultant - Project Manager to support the delivery of client engagements and strategic initiatives across Korn Ferry Consulting. This role will play a central role through FY27 in a priority "big bet" growth initiative, focused on expanding Korn Ferry's Interim placement capability within the UK Public Sector. Alongside this, the role will operate as a flexible Project Manager, supporting additional projects across Korn Ferry's solution areas as required. Role Purpose The Senior Consultant - Project Manager partners with Consulting and Commercial colleagues to plan, coordinate, and deliver projects effectively, ensuring a high-quality client experience, strong operational discipline, and data-driven decision making. A key focus of the role is to enable the effective execution and scaling of Interim solutions, supporting both delivery and operational build-out of this growth area. Key Responsibilities Interim Growth Initiative (UK Public Sector) - Core Focus Play a central role in delivering projects aligned to the growth of Interim solutions within the UK Public Sector Support mobilisation and coordination of interim assignments and multi role engagements Track and analyse pipeline, utilisation, and delivery performance metrics Support effective execution by ensuring visibility of progress, risks, and dependencies Contribute to building repeatable delivery approaches, tools, and tracking mechanisms to support scaling Work closely with Consulting and Commercial colleagues to ensure delivery aligns with growth objectives Project Delivery Manage end to end delivery of projects or defined workstreams, from mobilisation through to completion Develop and maintain project plans, timelines, and deliverables Coordinate internal teams to ensure clarity on scope, roles, and expectations Monitor progress and proactively manage risks, issues, and dependencies Data & Performance Management Track and analyse project and programme data including progress, utilisation, timelines, and key delivery metrics Support forecasting and reporting using internal systems and tools Translate data into clear insights and actions to support decision making Maintain high levels of data accuracy and reporting discipline Track project financials including budget, time, expenses, and margin indicators Support invoicing and financial reporting processes Provide regular updates on progress, forecast, and variances Stakeholder Management Act as a key point of contact for internal teams and, where appropriate, clients Support effective communication across stakeholders Facilitate project meetings and ensure clear actions and follow up Operational Excellence Ensure consistent use of Korn Ferry tools, systems, and delivery processes Support onboarding and coordination of project team members Contribute to improving project management practices, tools, and reporting approaches Success Profile Drives Results (Making it Happen - Level 3) - Delivers on commitments and ensures steady progress across multiple priorities Plans and Aligns (Processing Information - Level 3) - Structures delivery effectively and aligns stakeholders around clear plans Collaborates (Facilitating Interaction - Level 3) - Builds strong working relationships across teams and functions Communicates Effectively (Inspiring Communication - Level 3) - Communicates clearly, including translating data into meaningful insights Manages Complexity (Processing Information - Level 2-3) - Handles multiple priorities and navigates ambiguity with structure Customer Focus (Creating Empathy - Level 3) - Supports strong client relationships and delivery quality Business Insight (Creating Ideas - Level 2-3) - Understands key commercial and operational metrics (e.g., utilisation, margin, pipeline) Experiences Experience managing projects or workstreams in consulting, professional services, or similar environments Experience working with data, reporting, and performance tracking Exposure to financial tracking (budgeting, forecasting, invoicing) Experience coordinating cross functional teams (Desirable) Experience in UK Public Sector and/or interim / contingent workforce solutions Drivers Motivated by delivering high quality, measurable outcomes Energised by contributing to growth initiatives and scaling new capabilities Enjoys working with data to track performance and improve delivery Numerate and data oriented, comfortable working with metrics and analysis Organised and detail oriented Reliable and accountable Collaborative and adaptable What Success Looks Like Plays a key role in enabling the successful delivery and scaling of the Interim growth initiative through FY27 Delivers multiple projects or workstreams on time and to a high standardUses data effectively to track performance, identify issues, and support decisions Builds strong working relationships with internal teams and clients Contributes to consistent, scalable, and data driven delivery practices Korn Ferry is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
Jun 09, 2026
Full time
Senior Consultant (Project Manager), London Requisition ID: 26304 Country: United Kingdom Location type: Hybrid State / Province: Greater London City: London About Us: Korn Ferry is a global consulting firm that powers performance. We unlock the potential in your people and unleash transformation across your business - synchronizing strategy, operations, and talent to accelerate performance, fuel growth, and inspire a legacy of change. That's why the world's most forward-thinking companies across every major industry turn to us - for a shared commitment to lasting impact and the bold ambition to Be More Than. Headquartered in Los Angeles, our over 9,000 colleagues globally serve clients in more than 50 countries. We offer five core capabilities that span the full talent lifecycle: Organizational Strategy Assessment and Succession Talent Acquisition Leadership Development Rewards and Benefits Senior Consultant - Project Manager (Interim Growth - UK Public Sector) Korn Ferry - Consulting (UK) The Opportunity We are seeking a Senior Consultant - Project Manager to support the delivery of client engagements and strategic initiatives across Korn Ferry Consulting. This role will play a central role through FY27 in a priority "big bet" growth initiative, focused on expanding Korn Ferry's Interim placement capability within the UK Public Sector. Alongside this, the role will operate as a flexible Project Manager, supporting additional projects across Korn Ferry's solution areas as required. Role Purpose The Senior Consultant - Project Manager partners with Consulting and Commercial colleagues to plan, coordinate, and deliver projects effectively, ensuring a high-quality client experience, strong operational discipline, and data-driven decision making. A key focus of the role is to enable the effective execution and scaling of Interim solutions, supporting both delivery and operational build-out of this growth area. Key Responsibilities Interim Growth Initiative (UK Public Sector) - Core Focus Play a central role in delivering projects aligned to the growth of Interim solutions within the UK Public Sector Support mobilisation and coordination of interim assignments and multi role engagements Track and analyse pipeline, utilisation, and delivery performance metrics Support effective execution by ensuring visibility of progress, risks, and dependencies Contribute to building repeatable delivery approaches, tools, and tracking mechanisms to support scaling Work closely with Consulting and Commercial colleagues to ensure delivery aligns with growth objectives Project Delivery Manage end to end delivery of projects or defined workstreams, from mobilisation through to completion Develop and maintain project plans, timelines, and deliverables Coordinate internal teams to ensure clarity on scope, roles, and expectations Monitor progress and proactively manage risks, issues, and dependencies Data & Performance Management Track and analyse project and programme data including progress, utilisation, timelines, and key delivery metrics Support forecasting and reporting using internal systems and tools Translate data into clear insights and actions to support decision making Maintain high levels of data accuracy and reporting discipline Track project financials including budget, time, expenses, and margin indicators Support invoicing and financial reporting processes Provide regular updates on progress, forecast, and variances Stakeholder Management Act as a key point of contact for internal teams and, where appropriate, clients Support effective communication across stakeholders Facilitate project meetings and ensure clear actions and follow up Operational Excellence Ensure consistent use of Korn Ferry tools, systems, and delivery processes Support onboarding and coordination of project team members Contribute to improving project management practices, tools, and reporting approaches Success Profile Drives Results (Making it Happen - Level 3) - Delivers on commitments and ensures steady progress across multiple priorities Plans and Aligns (Processing Information - Level 3) - Structures delivery effectively and aligns stakeholders around clear plans Collaborates (Facilitating Interaction - Level 3) - Builds strong working relationships across teams and functions Communicates Effectively (Inspiring Communication - Level 3) - Communicates clearly, including translating data into meaningful insights Manages Complexity (Processing Information - Level 2-3) - Handles multiple priorities and navigates ambiguity with structure Customer Focus (Creating Empathy - Level 3) - Supports strong client relationships and delivery quality Business Insight (Creating Ideas - Level 2-3) - Understands key commercial and operational metrics (e.g., utilisation, margin, pipeline) Experiences Experience managing projects or workstreams in consulting, professional services, or similar environments Experience working with data, reporting, and performance tracking Exposure to financial tracking (budgeting, forecasting, invoicing) Experience coordinating cross functional teams (Desirable) Experience in UK Public Sector and/or interim / contingent workforce solutions Drivers Motivated by delivering high quality, measurable outcomes Energised by contributing to growth initiatives and scaling new capabilities Enjoys working with data to track performance and improve delivery Numerate and data oriented, comfortable working with metrics and analysis Organised and detail oriented Reliable and accountable Collaborative and adaptable What Success Looks Like Plays a key role in enabling the successful delivery and scaling of the Interim growth initiative through FY27 Delivers multiple projects or workstreams on time and to a high standardUses data effectively to track performance, identify issues, and support decisions Builds strong working relationships with internal teams and clients Contributes to consistent, scalable, and data driven delivery practices Korn Ferry is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
About this Role This role will support the HR Team on HR software and people data management transformation projects on a 9-12 month fixed term basis, during a period of rapid growth across their global offices. Key Responsibilities: This role will support a range of HR technology, people data management and analytics transformation projects during an exciting period of international growth. You will help implement, improve and embed new People systems, ensure people data is structured and secure, and support the development of dashboards, reports and analytics that enable better business decision-making. This is a hands-on role suited to someone who enjoys working across systems, data, process improvement, stakeholder engagement and user experience. Key Responsibilities HR Software and Systems • Implement and develop new Learning Management and Performance Review systems• Support the development of our recruitment software• Work with our outsourced benefits provider to implement and develop a new benefits interface• Prepare recommendations for future HRIS upgrades• Ensure systems are developed with strong end-user design and in line with brand and style guidelines• Run training sessions, create user guides and develop accessible training materials for employees and system users• Work with other departments on HR systems integrations to improve cross-functional efficiency People Data Management • Ensure people data is well structured, secure, robust and compliant with relevant data privacy legislation• Support data audits and develop improved processes for data management• Manage secure and privacy-compliant data transfer processes during HR software implementation• Develop training for end users on data compliance and privacy• Ensure robust procedures are in place to support data security and privacy requirements• Monitor compliance considerations relating to the use of AI in people data, escalating risks where needed HR Analytics • Develop systems and technology to support insightful and actionable HR analytics• Build HR dashboards and automated reports for the People team• Manage ad hoc analytics requests from HR and business stakeholders• Research and prepare reports to support annual compensation processes• Develop internal and external compensation and benefits reports that can be automated and maintained by the team Generalist People Support • Support the People & Culture team with wider HR projects and day-to-day operations• Assist with employee and candidate queries• Keep up to date with relevant regulatory changes and escalate issues promptly• Provide regular updates to the Head of People & Culture About You We are looking for someone who is analytical, organised, systems-minded and confident working with stakeholders across a growing international business.Experience Required: • Strong knowledge of HR systems and technologies, including their capabilities and implementation requirements• Experience working with people data, reporting, HR analytics or HR operations• Strong Excel, numeracy and analytical skills• The ability to present data in a clear, insightful and actionable wayExperience in US and/or European businesses would be highly desirable. Exposure to management consulting, economic consulting, research, data-led or professional services environments would also be beneficial.Reach out to Cathrine McCarroll - for further information.
Jun 09, 2026
Contractor
About this Role This role will support the HR Team on HR software and people data management transformation projects on a 9-12 month fixed term basis, during a period of rapid growth across their global offices. Key Responsibilities: This role will support a range of HR technology, people data management and analytics transformation projects during an exciting period of international growth. You will help implement, improve and embed new People systems, ensure people data is structured and secure, and support the development of dashboards, reports and analytics that enable better business decision-making. This is a hands-on role suited to someone who enjoys working across systems, data, process improvement, stakeholder engagement and user experience. Key Responsibilities HR Software and Systems • Implement and develop new Learning Management and Performance Review systems• Support the development of our recruitment software• Work with our outsourced benefits provider to implement and develop a new benefits interface• Prepare recommendations for future HRIS upgrades• Ensure systems are developed with strong end-user design and in line with brand and style guidelines• Run training sessions, create user guides and develop accessible training materials for employees and system users• Work with other departments on HR systems integrations to improve cross-functional efficiency People Data Management • Ensure people data is well structured, secure, robust and compliant with relevant data privacy legislation• Support data audits and develop improved processes for data management• Manage secure and privacy-compliant data transfer processes during HR software implementation• Develop training for end users on data compliance and privacy• Ensure robust procedures are in place to support data security and privacy requirements• Monitor compliance considerations relating to the use of AI in people data, escalating risks where needed HR Analytics • Develop systems and technology to support insightful and actionable HR analytics• Build HR dashboards and automated reports for the People team• Manage ad hoc analytics requests from HR and business stakeholders• Research and prepare reports to support annual compensation processes• Develop internal and external compensation and benefits reports that can be automated and maintained by the team Generalist People Support • Support the People & Culture team with wider HR projects and day-to-day operations• Assist with employee and candidate queries• Keep up to date with relevant regulatory changes and escalate issues promptly• Provide regular updates to the Head of People & Culture About You We are looking for someone who is analytical, organised, systems-minded and confident working with stakeholders across a growing international business.Experience Required: • Strong knowledge of HR systems and technologies, including their capabilities and implementation requirements• Experience working with people data, reporting, HR analytics or HR operations• Strong Excel, numeracy and analytical skills• The ability to present data in a clear, insightful and actionable wayExperience in US and/or European businesses would be highly desirable. Exposure to management consulting, economic consulting, research, data-led or professional services environments would also be beneficial.Reach out to Cathrine McCarroll - for further information.
Director of Supply Chain Assurance Location: GB or NI Are you a senior technical leader ready to shape and safeguard end-to-end supply chain performance? We're looking for a Head of Supply Chain Assurance to lead strategy, mitigate risk, and ensure the highest standards of food safety, quality, compliance and integrity across our supply chain. What you'll be doing Leading a best-in-class supply chain assurance strategy, aligned with business and customer expectations Driving supplier risk management and compliance, including audits and performance frameworks Ensuring robust quality assurance and material specifications to meet legal and customer standards Overseeing a high-performing product specifications function, delivering right-first-time accuracy Championing continuous improvement, leveraging systems and digital solutions Building strong partnerships with suppliers, customers, and internal stakeholders Providing clear governance, reporting and insight to senior leadership What we're looking for Essential: Proven experience in a senior technical leadership role within the food industry Strong knowledge of HACCP (Level 3+), VACCP/TACCP, and auditing standards (e.g. BRCGS) Experience working with major retailers and customer Codes of Practice Ability to lead large teams and drive strategic change Strong understanding of supply chain risk, quality and compliance Desirable: HACCP Level 4 Extensive auditing experience across multiple product categories and regions Knowledge of food labelling regulations Demonstrated success in change management and transformation Broad experience across factory operations, supplier management and specifications Animal/Poultry Welfare Certified Why join us? Take ownership of a critical leadership role influencing end-to-end supply chain performance Work in a business committed to quality, integrity and continuous improvement Lead and develop a large, high-performing team Be at the forefront of industry standards and customer expectations JBRP1_UKTJ
Jun 09, 2026
Full time
Director of Supply Chain Assurance Location: GB or NI Are you a senior technical leader ready to shape and safeguard end-to-end supply chain performance? We're looking for a Head of Supply Chain Assurance to lead strategy, mitigate risk, and ensure the highest standards of food safety, quality, compliance and integrity across our supply chain. What you'll be doing Leading a best-in-class supply chain assurance strategy, aligned with business and customer expectations Driving supplier risk management and compliance, including audits and performance frameworks Ensuring robust quality assurance and material specifications to meet legal and customer standards Overseeing a high-performing product specifications function, delivering right-first-time accuracy Championing continuous improvement, leveraging systems and digital solutions Building strong partnerships with suppliers, customers, and internal stakeholders Providing clear governance, reporting and insight to senior leadership What we're looking for Essential: Proven experience in a senior technical leadership role within the food industry Strong knowledge of HACCP (Level 3+), VACCP/TACCP, and auditing standards (e.g. BRCGS) Experience working with major retailers and customer Codes of Practice Ability to lead large teams and drive strategic change Strong understanding of supply chain risk, quality and compliance Desirable: HACCP Level 4 Extensive auditing experience across multiple product categories and regions Knowledge of food labelling regulations Demonstrated success in change management and transformation Broad experience across factory operations, supplier management and specifications Animal/Poultry Welfare Certified Why join us? Take ownership of a critical leadership role influencing end-to-end supply chain performance Work in a business committed to quality, integrity and continuous improvement Lead and develop a large, high-performing team Be at the forefront of industry standards and customer expectations JBRP1_UKTJ
Head of Fire Safety / Fire Safety Manager Salary: AfC Band 8a Equivalent / £55,690 to £74,896 per annum Location: South West Contract: Permanent, full time The Opportunity A healthcare focused facilities management organisation supporting acute hospital environments is seeking an experienced Head of Fire Safety / Fire Safety Manager to provide senior professional leadership across a complex, multi site estate. This is a strategic and operational leadership role, responsible for ensuring full statutory compliance, strong governance and high standards of fire safety across healthcare premises. Key Responsibilities Act as the organisation's lead professional adviser on all fire safety matters. Provide strategic oversight and assurance of compliance with HTM 05 (including HTM and HTM ), Firecode and fire safety legislation. Develop, maintain and implement fire safety policies, strategies and assurance frameworks. Lead and oversee Fire Risk Assessment programmes, ensuring consistency, quality and prioritisation of actions. Provide expert fire safety input into capital developments, refurbishments and estate transformation programmes. Act as the senior point of contact with Fire & Rescue Services, enforcing authorities and external regulators. Oversee fire safety training strategies, competency frameworks and compliance reporting. Prepare reports and provide assurance to senior leadership and governance forums. Line manage and professionally support fire safety staff, where applicable. About You You will be a senior fire safety professional with significant experience operating in complex, high risk environments, ideally healthcare or similarly regulated sectors. Essential criteria Degree level qualification or equivalent experience in fire safety, fire engineering or a related discipline. Senior professional or chartered membership of a recognised fire safety body (or working towards). Extensive experience applying HTM 05 guidance within large, complex estates. Strong understanding of healthcare fire safety governance and assurance requirements. Proven ability to influence at senior leadership level and provide authoritative professional advice. Desirable Experience working within or alongside acute hospital environments. Experience contributing to major capital programmes and estate developments.
Jun 09, 2026
Full time
Head of Fire Safety / Fire Safety Manager Salary: AfC Band 8a Equivalent / £55,690 to £74,896 per annum Location: South West Contract: Permanent, full time The Opportunity A healthcare focused facilities management organisation supporting acute hospital environments is seeking an experienced Head of Fire Safety / Fire Safety Manager to provide senior professional leadership across a complex, multi site estate. This is a strategic and operational leadership role, responsible for ensuring full statutory compliance, strong governance and high standards of fire safety across healthcare premises. Key Responsibilities Act as the organisation's lead professional adviser on all fire safety matters. Provide strategic oversight and assurance of compliance with HTM 05 (including HTM and HTM ), Firecode and fire safety legislation. Develop, maintain and implement fire safety policies, strategies and assurance frameworks. Lead and oversee Fire Risk Assessment programmes, ensuring consistency, quality and prioritisation of actions. Provide expert fire safety input into capital developments, refurbishments and estate transformation programmes. Act as the senior point of contact with Fire & Rescue Services, enforcing authorities and external regulators. Oversee fire safety training strategies, competency frameworks and compliance reporting. Prepare reports and provide assurance to senior leadership and governance forums. Line manage and professionally support fire safety staff, where applicable. About You You will be a senior fire safety professional with significant experience operating in complex, high risk environments, ideally healthcare or similarly regulated sectors. Essential criteria Degree level qualification or equivalent experience in fire safety, fire engineering or a related discipline. Senior professional or chartered membership of a recognised fire safety body (or working towards). Extensive experience applying HTM 05 guidance within large, complex estates. Strong understanding of healthcare fire safety governance and assurance requirements. Proven ability to influence at senior leadership level and provide authoritative professional advice. Desirable Experience working within or alongside acute hospital environments. Experience contributing to major capital programmes and estate developments.
Interim Finance Director Keighley 50,000 - 70,000 DOE Interim Contract Are you a commercially minded Finance Director looking for your next interim challenge? We are partnering with a well-established and growing business in Keighley to recruit an experienced Interim Finance Director. This is a key leadership role, providing strategic financial guidance whilst ensuring robust financial control and operational excellence during a period of change and growth. Working closely with the Managing Director and senior leadership team, you will take ownership of the finance function, providing clear financial insight, driving performance, and supporting key business decisions. Key Responsibilities Lead the finance function, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting Deliver monthly management accounts, forecasts, budgets, and cash flow projections Provide strategic financial support to the board and senior leadership team Drive business performance through insightful financial analysis and commercial recommendations Review and strengthen financial controls, processes, and governance Manage budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning Oversee year-end accounts, audit processes, and statutory compliance Monitor cash flow, working capital, and financial risk management Support business improvement projects, change initiatives, and finance transformation activities Develop and mentor the finance team, ensuring high performance and accountability Act as a key stakeholder with external advisors, auditors, banks, and investors where required About You Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) Proven experience operating at Finance Director, Head of Finance, or Senior Financial Controller level Strong commercial acumen with the ability to influence strategic decisions Experience leading finance teams within a fast-paced business environment Hands-on approach with the ability to balance strategic and operational responsibilities Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills Available to commence an interim assignment at short notice or within a reasonable timeframe What's on Offer Salary of 50,000 - 70,000 depending on experience Opportunity to make a genuine impact within a growing organisation Senior leadership position with exposure to strategic decision-making Flexible and collaborative working environment Immediate requirement with the potential for extension If you're an experienced finance leader who thrives in dynamic environments and enjoys driving positive change, we'd love to hear from you.
Jun 09, 2026
Full time
Interim Finance Director Keighley 50,000 - 70,000 DOE Interim Contract Are you a commercially minded Finance Director looking for your next interim challenge? We are partnering with a well-established and growing business in Keighley to recruit an experienced Interim Finance Director. This is a key leadership role, providing strategic financial guidance whilst ensuring robust financial control and operational excellence during a period of change and growth. Working closely with the Managing Director and senior leadership team, you will take ownership of the finance function, providing clear financial insight, driving performance, and supporting key business decisions. Key Responsibilities Lead the finance function, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting Deliver monthly management accounts, forecasts, budgets, and cash flow projections Provide strategic financial support to the board and senior leadership team Drive business performance through insightful financial analysis and commercial recommendations Review and strengthen financial controls, processes, and governance Manage budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning Oversee year-end accounts, audit processes, and statutory compliance Monitor cash flow, working capital, and financial risk management Support business improvement projects, change initiatives, and finance transformation activities Develop and mentor the finance team, ensuring high performance and accountability Act as a key stakeholder with external advisors, auditors, banks, and investors where required About You Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) Proven experience operating at Finance Director, Head of Finance, or Senior Financial Controller level Strong commercial acumen with the ability to influence strategic decisions Experience leading finance teams within a fast-paced business environment Hands-on approach with the ability to balance strategic and operational responsibilities Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills Available to commence an interim assignment at short notice or within a reasonable timeframe What's on Offer Salary of 50,000 - 70,000 depending on experience Opportunity to make a genuine impact within a growing organisation Senior leadership position with exposure to strategic decision-making Flexible and collaborative working environment Immediate requirement with the potential for extension If you're an experienced finance leader who thrives in dynamic environments and enjoys driving positive change, we'd love to hear from you.
Entity: People, Culture & Communications Job Family Group: Communications & External Affairs Group Job Description: Our purpose is to bring together people, energy and markets to power and navigate a changing world. In a time of constant change and possibility we need new talent to pursue commercial opportunities, fuelled by world-class insight and expertise. Were always striving for more innovative digital solutions, sustainable outcomes and closer collaboration across our company and beyond, and you could be part of that too. About the Role: This is a role within the Castrol organisation and the successful candidate will become part of the Castrol ring-fence. If you are part of the ring-fence, it is expected that your employment will move with Castrol to new ownership. Castrol is seeking an experienced and strategic Head of Global Media Relations to lead and shape the companys global media strategy and protect its public reputation. In this senior, high-impact role, you will serve as the global media relations lead and principal spokesperson, managing Castrols global press office and acting as the primary partner concern for high-profile media matters, reputational risks, and strategic announcements. You will work in close partnership with senior leadership and communications teams globally to ensure a consistent, compelling external narrative, supporting Castrols business priorities, brand positioning, and transformation journey. This is a unique opportunity to operate at the heart of a global organisation, influencing perception, managing risk, and driving proactive storytelling at scale. What Youll Do:Strategic Media Leadership Develop and deliver proactive and reactive global media strategies aligned to business priorities and brand positioning Act as Castrols principal global spokesperson, providing authoritative media counsel to senior leaders Ensure alignment and consistency of messaging across regions and markets Global Press Office Management Lead and operate Castrols global press office, ensuring timely, accurate, and consistent media engagement Establish and evolve Day 1 operating models, processes, and reporting frameworks Shape and implement a future-state model for 24-hour media coverage Manage and oversee external agency partners, ensuring high-quality delivery Crisis & Issues Management Lead global media response to crises, major incidents, and reputational challenges Partner closely with senior communications leadership during high-stakes situations Drive crisis preparedness, including scenario planning, simulations, and media training Reputational Risk & Insight Identify emerging reputational risks and external issues Develop essential messaging, Q&As, and holding statements Maintain strong awareness of industry trends across automotive, energy, mobility, and lubricants Leadership & Advisory Provide coaching and guidance to senior leaders on media engagement Prepare executives for interviews, events, announcements, and public appearances Support capability building across global communications teams Content & Communications Materials Oversee development of press releases, statements, briefings, and media kits Ensure content is accurate, timely, and aligned to brand strategy, with global adaptability Stakeholder & Media Relationships Build and maintain strong relationships with global media, journalists, and influencers Collaborate across internal partners, including marketing, technology, sustainability, legal, and operations teams Act as a central contact for high-priority media engagement Monitoring, Insight & Reporting Oversee media monitoring, sentiment analysis, and reporting Use data-driven insights to refine strategy and find opportunities What Were Looking For:Experience Extensive experience in media relations, external communications, or journalism at an international level Proven track record leading media relations for a global organisation or major brand Strong experience as a company spokesperson and in managing high-profile media interactions Demonstrated expertise in crisis communications and reputational risk management Skills & Capabilities Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to simplify complex issues Strong understanding of global media landscapes, including digital and social media High level of judgement, political awareness, and resilience under pressure Strong partner management, with the ability to influence senior leaders Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, global, matrixed environment Sector Experience Experience in automotive, energy, lubricants, industrial technology, mobility, or related sectors preferred Desirable Experience working within a matrixed global organisation. Prior experience building or restructuring press office functions. Familiarity with ESG related media, technology media, or automotive/mobility innovation ecosystems. Demonstrated ability to harness insights and digital monitoring tools. Experience of using AI in communications. Why join us?At bp, we provide an excellent working environment and employee benefits such as an open and inclusive culture, a great work-life balance, tremendous learning and development opportunities to craft your career path, life and health insurance, medical care package and many others.We support our people to learn and grow in a diverse and exciting environment. We believe that our team is strengthened by diversity. We are committed to crafting an inclusive environment in which everyone is respected and treated fairly.There are many aspects of our employees lives that are significant, so we offer benefits to enable your work to fit with your life. These benefits can include flexible working options, collaboration spaces in a modern office environment, and others benefits.Reinvent your career as you help our business meet the challenges of the future. Apply now! Travel Requirement Up to 25% travel should be expected with this role Relocation Assistance: This role is not eligible for relocation Remote Type: This position is a hybrid of office/remote working Skills: Advocacy, Advocacy, Agility core practices, Analytical Thinking, Brand visual standards, Business Acumen, Campaigning, Channel Management, Coaching, Collaboration, Commercial Acumen, Communication, Content Design, Creating and measuring impact, Crisis Communications, Digital Communication, Digital Fluency, Employee Engagement, Influencing, Issues and Policy Management (Inactive), Listening, Market Trends, Performance Consulting, Presenting, Stakeholder Engagement + 1 more Legal Disclaimer: We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics like race, religion, color, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, veteran status or disability with an accessibility need may request an adjustment/accommodation related to bps recruiting process (e.g., accessing the job application, completing required assessments, participating in telephone screenings or interviews, etc.). If you would like to request an adjustment/accommodation related to the recruitment process,pleasecontact us. If you are selected for a position and depending upon your role, your employment may be contingent upon adherence to local policy. This may include pre-placement drug screening, medical review of physical fitness for the role, and background checks. JBRP1_UKTJ
Jun 09, 2026
Full time
Entity: People, Culture & Communications Job Family Group: Communications & External Affairs Group Job Description: Our purpose is to bring together people, energy and markets to power and navigate a changing world. In a time of constant change and possibility we need new talent to pursue commercial opportunities, fuelled by world-class insight and expertise. Were always striving for more innovative digital solutions, sustainable outcomes and closer collaboration across our company and beyond, and you could be part of that too. About the Role: This is a role within the Castrol organisation and the successful candidate will become part of the Castrol ring-fence. If you are part of the ring-fence, it is expected that your employment will move with Castrol to new ownership. Castrol is seeking an experienced and strategic Head of Global Media Relations to lead and shape the companys global media strategy and protect its public reputation. In this senior, high-impact role, you will serve as the global media relations lead and principal spokesperson, managing Castrols global press office and acting as the primary partner concern for high-profile media matters, reputational risks, and strategic announcements. You will work in close partnership with senior leadership and communications teams globally to ensure a consistent, compelling external narrative, supporting Castrols business priorities, brand positioning, and transformation journey. This is a unique opportunity to operate at the heart of a global organisation, influencing perception, managing risk, and driving proactive storytelling at scale. What Youll Do:Strategic Media Leadership Develop and deliver proactive and reactive global media strategies aligned to business priorities and brand positioning Act as Castrols principal global spokesperson, providing authoritative media counsel to senior leaders Ensure alignment and consistency of messaging across regions and markets Global Press Office Management Lead and operate Castrols global press office, ensuring timely, accurate, and consistent media engagement Establish and evolve Day 1 operating models, processes, and reporting frameworks Shape and implement a future-state model for 24-hour media coverage Manage and oversee external agency partners, ensuring high-quality delivery Crisis & Issues Management Lead global media response to crises, major incidents, and reputational challenges Partner closely with senior communications leadership during high-stakes situations Drive crisis preparedness, including scenario planning, simulations, and media training Reputational Risk & Insight Identify emerging reputational risks and external issues Develop essential messaging, Q&As, and holding statements Maintain strong awareness of industry trends across automotive, energy, mobility, and lubricants Leadership & Advisory Provide coaching and guidance to senior leaders on media engagement Prepare executives for interviews, events, announcements, and public appearances Support capability building across global communications teams Content & Communications Materials Oversee development of press releases, statements, briefings, and media kits Ensure content is accurate, timely, and aligned to brand strategy, with global adaptability Stakeholder & Media Relationships Build and maintain strong relationships with global media, journalists, and influencers Collaborate across internal partners, including marketing, technology, sustainability, legal, and operations teams Act as a central contact for high-priority media engagement Monitoring, Insight & Reporting Oversee media monitoring, sentiment analysis, and reporting Use data-driven insights to refine strategy and find opportunities What Were Looking For:Experience Extensive experience in media relations, external communications, or journalism at an international level Proven track record leading media relations for a global organisation or major brand Strong experience as a company spokesperson and in managing high-profile media interactions Demonstrated expertise in crisis communications and reputational risk management Skills & Capabilities Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to simplify complex issues Strong understanding of global media landscapes, including digital and social media High level of judgement, political awareness, and resilience under pressure Strong partner management, with the ability to influence senior leaders Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, global, matrixed environment Sector Experience Experience in automotive, energy, lubricants, industrial technology, mobility, or related sectors preferred Desirable Experience working within a matrixed global organisation. Prior experience building or restructuring press office functions. Familiarity with ESG related media, technology media, or automotive/mobility innovation ecosystems. Demonstrated ability to harness insights and digital monitoring tools. Experience of using AI in communications. Why join us?At bp, we provide an excellent working environment and employee benefits such as an open and inclusive culture, a great work-life balance, tremendous learning and development opportunities to craft your career path, life and health insurance, medical care package and many others.We support our people to learn and grow in a diverse and exciting environment. We believe that our team is strengthened by diversity. We are committed to crafting an inclusive environment in which everyone is respected and treated fairly.There are many aspects of our employees lives that are significant, so we offer benefits to enable your work to fit with your life. These benefits can include flexible working options, collaboration spaces in a modern office environment, and others benefits.Reinvent your career as you help our business meet the challenges of the future. Apply now! Travel Requirement Up to 25% travel should be expected with this role Relocation Assistance: This role is not eligible for relocation Remote Type: This position is a hybrid of office/remote working Skills: Advocacy, Advocacy, Agility core practices, Analytical Thinking, Brand visual standards, Business Acumen, Campaigning, Channel Management, Coaching, Collaboration, Commercial Acumen, Communication, Content Design, Creating and measuring impact, Crisis Communications, Digital Communication, Digital Fluency, Employee Engagement, Influencing, Issues and Policy Management (Inactive), Listening, Market Trends, Performance Consulting, Presenting, Stakeholder Engagement + 1 more Legal Disclaimer: We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics like race, religion, color, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, veteran status or disability with an accessibility need may request an adjustment/accommodation related to bps recruiting process (e.g., accessing the job application, completing required assessments, participating in telephone screenings or interviews, etc.). If you would like to request an adjustment/accommodation related to the recruitment process,pleasecontact us. If you are selected for a position and depending upon your role, your employment may be contingent upon adherence to local policy. This may include pre-placement drug screening, medical review of physical fitness for the role, and background checks. JBRP1_UKTJ
Head of Neighbourhood Services - Mid & East Antrim Borough Council Mid & East Antrim Borough Council is seeking an experienced and strategic leader to join the organisation as Head of Neighbourhood Services. This senior role will play a key part in supporting the delivery of the Council's corporate objectives, leading high-performing teams and driving continuous improvement across a diverse portfolio of services. Working closely with senior management, the successful candidate will contribute to strategic planning, service transformation and the ongoing development of effective partnerships that support local communities across the borough. About the role: £36.21 per hour 37 hours per week Temporary - 6 months pending review Public Sector Successful candidates will be required to work 37 hours week, Monday to Friday. Given the nature of their duties, the post holder will be expected to work outside of these hours at weekends, evenings and public holidays as dictated by the needs of the service. Successful candidates will be required to travel on official duty within the Mid and East Antrim Borough Council area and beyond. Appointees must have access to a form of transport which will enable them to meet the requirements of the post in full. Please note closing date for this vacancy is Friday 15th May however you can register your interest for other council vacancies by applying today What you'll be doing in this role: Develop and implement a Departmental and Service Business Plans to support delivery of the Council's Corporate and Community Plans and ensure integration with other relevant supporting plans such as the Business Improvement and Efficiency Plan. Work with other Senior Managers and actively participate in other cross cutting initiatives to secure delivery of council's corporate plan, community plan and achievement of relevant strategic priorities. Support the Chief Executive and the SMT to create a high performing culture by agreeing and delivering key strategic priorities and contributing to the operational effectiveness of the whole organisation. Contribute to the Council's strategic planning processes and the translation of the Council's vision, values and strategic objectives into action. Provide the leadership necessary to co-ordinate the activities of a portfolio of services as allocated by the Director. Provide leadership and business focus within the Department and foster effective internal and external partnerships and relationships to support achievement of the Council's strategic priorities. Deliver high quality, efficient and effective services across the Department by using performance management to drive continuous improvement and ensure the effective and efficient use of council's resources. Attend meetings of the Council or its committees as required to provide appropriate, high quality, information concerning those areas for which he/she is responsible. Support the Director in the management and delivery of the transformational change and integration of services across Mid and East Antrim Borough Council What you'll need for this role: Applicants must have a degree or post graduate qualification and be able to demonstrate, by providing personal and specific examples, that they have three years' management experience in an Operational Delivery Environment at least one of which should be at senior management level OR Have five years experience, at least two of which should be at a senior management level. . A sound understanding of the legislative framework governing the work of the Department. Practical understanding of the main issues and developments impacting on service delivery within the service portfolio within the Borough. A clear understanding of the workings of local government and the wider environment and political context in which it operates. A full current driving licence valid in the UK and access to a vehicle OR have access to a form of transport that enables you to carry out the duties of the post.
Jun 09, 2026
Full time
Head of Neighbourhood Services - Mid & East Antrim Borough Council Mid & East Antrim Borough Council is seeking an experienced and strategic leader to join the organisation as Head of Neighbourhood Services. This senior role will play a key part in supporting the delivery of the Council's corporate objectives, leading high-performing teams and driving continuous improvement across a diverse portfolio of services. Working closely with senior management, the successful candidate will contribute to strategic planning, service transformation and the ongoing development of effective partnerships that support local communities across the borough. About the role: £36.21 per hour 37 hours per week Temporary - 6 months pending review Public Sector Successful candidates will be required to work 37 hours week, Monday to Friday. Given the nature of their duties, the post holder will be expected to work outside of these hours at weekends, evenings and public holidays as dictated by the needs of the service. Successful candidates will be required to travel on official duty within the Mid and East Antrim Borough Council area and beyond. Appointees must have access to a form of transport which will enable them to meet the requirements of the post in full. Please note closing date for this vacancy is Friday 15th May however you can register your interest for other council vacancies by applying today What you'll be doing in this role: Develop and implement a Departmental and Service Business Plans to support delivery of the Council's Corporate and Community Plans and ensure integration with other relevant supporting plans such as the Business Improvement and Efficiency Plan. Work with other Senior Managers and actively participate in other cross cutting initiatives to secure delivery of council's corporate plan, community plan and achievement of relevant strategic priorities. Support the Chief Executive and the SMT to create a high performing culture by agreeing and delivering key strategic priorities and contributing to the operational effectiveness of the whole organisation. Contribute to the Council's strategic planning processes and the translation of the Council's vision, values and strategic objectives into action. Provide the leadership necessary to co-ordinate the activities of a portfolio of services as allocated by the Director. Provide leadership and business focus within the Department and foster effective internal and external partnerships and relationships to support achievement of the Council's strategic priorities. Deliver high quality, efficient and effective services across the Department by using performance management to drive continuous improvement and ensure the effective and efficient use of council's resources. Attend meetings of the Council or its committees as required to provide appropriate, high quality, information concerning those areas for which he/she is responsible. Support the Director in the management and delivery of the transformational change and integration of services across Mid and East Antrim Borough Council What you'll need for this role: Applicants must have a degree or post graduate qualification and be able to demonstrate, by providing personal and specific examples, that they have three years' management experience in an Operational Delivery Environment at least one of which should be at senior management level OR Have five years experience, at least two of which should be at a senior management level. . A sound understanding of the legislative framework governing the work of the Department. Practical understanding of the main issues and developments impacting on service delivery within the service portfolio within the Borough. A clear understanding of the workings of local government and the wider environment and political context in which it operates. A full current driving licence valid in the UK and access to a vehicle OR have access to a form of transport that enables you to carry out the duties of the post.
White Collar Factory (95009), United Kingdom, London, London Staff Software Engineer - Machine Learning About this role We're on a mission to transform the way we use data and AI to service our customers and drive efficiency across the business. Do you love shaping the technical landscape and driving innovation across the organisation? Are you passionate about solving complex ML and AI challenges and supporting multiple teams toward a shared technical vision? At Capital One, you'll be part of a community of technical leaders who drive engineering excellence, foster innovation, and deliver impactful ML/AI and Gen AI solutions that meet real customer needs. What You'll Do Own and drive the ML/AI technical strategy for UK use cases, spanning multiple teams and influencing the overall technical direction for AI adoption Lead and coordinate ML engineering efforts across multiple teams, ensuring alignment with broader business objectives, enterprise platform capabilities, and technology strategy Provide technical consultancy to teams delivering AI use cases, guiding architectural decisions, solution design, and effective use of enterprise ML/AI platforms and capabilities Proactively identify emerging ML/AI patterns, define and evangelise best practices, and establish reusable approaches that enhance delivery of AI use cases across the business Drive MLOps standards and practices across teams, including CI/CD for models, automated testing, monitoring, and deployment pipelines Collaborate with enterprise platform and data science teams, contributing to platform capabilities where appropriate and partnering on use case delivery Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including senior leadership, product owners, data science teams, and enterprise platform partners Represent Capital One in external ML/AI technical forums, contributing to industry discussions Develop and advocate for strategies to proactively manage technical debt across ML/AI systems Actively mentor and develop engineers, fostering a culture of continuous learning What we're looking for Deep expertise in Python and ML engineering Deep expertise in ML/AI systems design, MLOps, and cloud-native architectures Track record of leading ML/AI technical initiatives across multiple teams Strong experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) Experience with ML frameworks (PyTorch, TensorFlow, scikit-learn) and Gen AI/Agentic frameworks (LangGraph, LangChain, VectorDBs, RAG) Understanding of responsible AI practices, including guardrails, hallucination mitigation, and output quality management for AI systems Experience designing and scaling low-latency, customer-facing ML/AI architectures Proven experience setting a multi-team ML/AI technical vision and strategy Strong track record of technical leadership and influence without authority Experience driving ML engineering standards and best practices across organisations Deep understanding of the full ML/AI development lifecycle, including model serving, data pipelines, and Gen AI systems Experience leveraging enterprise platforms to deliver business use cases at scale Experience of steering Communities of Practice or technical forums Strong business acumen and ability to translate ML/AI concepts for various audiences Where and how you'll work This is a permanent position based in our London office. We have a hybrid working model which gives you flexibility to work from our office and from home. We're big on collaboration and connection, so you'll be based in our London office 3 days a week on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. What's in it for you Bring us all this - and you'll be well rewarded with a role contributing to the roadmap of an organisation committed to transformation We offer high performers strong and diverse career progression, investing heavily in developing great people through our Capital One University training programmes (and appropriate external providers) Immediate access to our core benefits including pension scheme, bonus, generous holiday entitlement and private medical insurance - with flexible benefits available including season-ticket loans, cycle to work scheme and enhanced parental leave Open-plan workspaces and accessible facilities designed to inspire and support you. Our Nottingham head-office has a fully-serviced gym, subsidised restaurant, mindfulness and music rooms. What you should know about how we recruit We pride ourselves on hiring the best people, not the same people. Building diverse and inclusive teams is the right thing to do and the smart thing to do. We want to work with top talent: whoever you are, whatever you look like, wherever you come from. We know it's about what you do, not just what you say. That's why we make our recruitment process fair and accessible. And we offer benefits that attract people at all ages and stages. We also partner with organisations including the Women in Finance and Race At Work Charters, Stonewall and upReach to find people from every walk of life and help them thrive with us. We have a whole host of internal networks and support groups you could be involved in, to name a few: REACH - Race Equality and Culture Heritage group focuses on representation, retention and engagement for associates from minority ethnic groups and allies OutFront - to provide LGBTQ+ support for all associates Mind Your Mind - signposting support and promoting positive mental wellbeing for all Women in Tech - promoting an inclusive environment in tech EmpowHER - network of female associates and allies focusing on developing future leaders, particularly for female talent in our industry Enabled - focused on supporting associates with disabilities and neurodiversity Capital One is committed to diversity in the workplace. If you require a reasonable adjustment, please contact All information will be kept confidential and will only be used for the purpose of applying a reasonable adjustment. For technical support or questions about Capital One's recruiting process, please send an email to Capital One does not provide, endorse nor guarantee and is not liable for third-party products, services, educational tools or other information available through this site. Capital One Financial is made up of several different entities. Please note that any position posted in Canada is for Capital One Canada, any position posted in the United Kingdom is for Capital One Europe and any position posted in the Philippines is for Capital One Philippines Service Corp. (COPSSC). Who We Are At Capital One, we're building a leading information-based technology company. Still founder-led by Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Richard Fairbank, Capital One is on a mission to help our customers succeed by bringing ingenuity, simplicity, and humanity to banking. We measure our efforts by the success our customers enjoy and the advocacy they exhibit. We are succeeding because they are succeeding. Guided by our shared values, we thrive in an environment where collaboration and openness are valued. We believe that innovation is powered by perspective and that teamwork and respect for each other lead to superior results. We elevate each other and obsess about doing the right thing. Our associates serve with humility and a deep respect for their responsibility in helping our customers achieve their goals and realize their dreams. Together, we are on a quest to change banking for good.
Jun 09, 2026
Full time
White Collar Factory (95009), United Kingdom, London, London Staff Software Engineer - Machine Learning About this role We're on a mission to transform the way we use data and AI to service our customers and drive efficiency across the business. Do you love shaping the technical landscape and driving innovation across the organisation? Are you passionate about solving complex ML and AI challenges and supporting multiple teams toward a shared technical vision? At Capital One, you'll be part of a community of technical leaders who drive engineering excellence, foster innovation, and deliver impactful ML/AI and Gen AI solutions that meet real customer needs. What You'll Do Own and drive the ML/AI technical strategy for UK use cases, spanning multiple teams and influencing the overall technical direction for AI adoption Lead and coordinate ML engineering efforts across multiple teams, ensuring alignment with broader business objectives, enterprise platform capabilities, and technology strategy Provide technical consultancy to teams delivering AI use cases, guiding architectural decisions, solution design, and effective use of enterprise ML/AI platforms and capabilities Proactively identify emerging ML/AI patterns, define and evangelise best practices, and establish reusable approaches that enhance delivery of AI use cases across the business Drive MLOps standards and practices across teams, including CI/CD for models, automated testing, monitoring, and deployment pipelines Collaborate with enterprise platform and data science teams, contributing to platform capabilities where appropriate and partnering on use case delivery Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including senior leadership, product owners, data science teams, and enterprise platform partners Represent Capital One in external ML/AI technical forums, contributing to industry discussions Develop and advocate for strategies to proactively manage technical debt across ML/AI systems Actively mentor and develop engineers, fostering a culture of continuous learning What we're looking for Deep expertise in Python and ML engineering Deep expertise in ML/AI systems design, MLOps, and cloud-native architectures Track record of leading ML/AI technical initiatives across multiple teams Strong experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) Experience with ML frameworks (PyTorch, TensorFlow, scikit-learn) and Gen AI/Agentic frameworks (LangGraph, LangChain, VectorDBs, RAG) Understanding of responsible AI practices, including guardrails, hallucination mitigation, and output quality management for AI systems Experience designing and scaling low-latency, customer-facing ML/AI architectures Proven experience setting a multi-team ML/AI technical vision and strategy Strong track record of technical leadership and influence without authority Experience driving ML engineering standards and best practices across organisations Deep understanding of the full ML/AI development lifecycle, including model serving, data pipelines, and Gen AI systems Experience leveraging enterprise platforms to deliver business use cases at scale Experience of steering Communities of Practice or technical forums Strong business acumen and ability to translate ML/AI concepts for various audiences Where and how you'll work This is a permanent position based in our London office. We have a hybrid working model which gives you flexibility to work from our office and from home. We're big on collaboration and connection, so you'll be based in our London office 3 days a week on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. What's in it for you Bring us all this - and you'll be well rewarded with a role contributing to the roadmap of an organisation committed to transformation We offer high performers strong and diverse career progression, investing heavily in developing great people through our Capital One University training programmes (and appropriate external providers) Immediate access to our core benefits including pension scheme, bonus, generous holiday entitlement and private medical insurance - with flexible benefits available including season-ticket loans, cycle to work scheme and enhanced parental leave Open-plan workspaces and accessible facilities designed to inspire and support you. Our Nottingham head-office has a fully-serviced gym, subsidised restaurant, mindfulness and music rooms. What you should know about how we recruit We pride ourselves on hiring the best people, not the same people. Building diverse and inclusive teams is the right thing to do and the smart thing to do. We want to work with top talent: whoever you are, whatever you look like, wherever you come from. We know it's about what you do, not just what you say. That's why we make our recruitment process fair and accessible. And we offer benefits that attract people at all ages and stages. We also partner with organisations including the Women in Finance and Race At Work Charters, Stonewall and upReach to find people from every walk of life and help them thrive with us. We have a whole host of internal networks and support groups you could be involved in, to name a few: REACH - Race Equality and Culture Heritage group focuses on representation, retention and engagement for associates from minority ethnic groups and allies OutFront - to provide LGBTQ+ support for all associates Mind Your Mind - signposting support and promoting positive mental wellbeing for all Women in Tech - promoting an inclusive environment in tech EmpowHER - network of female associates and allies focusing on developing future leaders, particularly for female talent in our industry Enabled - focused on supporting associates with disabilities and neurodiversity Capital One is committed to diversity in the workplace. If you require a reasonable adjustment, please contact All information will be kept confidential and will only be used for the purpose of applying a reasonable adjustment. For technical support or questions about Capital One's recruiting process, please send an email to Capital One does not provide, endorse nor guarantee and is not liable for third-party products, services, educational tools or other information available through this site. Capital One Financial is made up of several different entities. Please note that any position posted in Canada is for Capital One Canada, any position posted in the United Kingdom is for Capital One Europe and any position posted in the Philippines is for Capital One Philippines Service Corp. (COPSSC). Who We Are At Capital One, we're building a leading information-based technology company. Still founder-led by Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Richard Fairbank, Capital One is on a mission to help our customers succeed by bringing ingenuity, simplicity, and humanity to banking. We measure our efforts by the success our customers enjoy and the advocacy they exhibit. We are succeeding because they are succeeding. Guided by our shared values, we thrive in an environment where collaboration and openness are valued. We believe that innovation is powered by perspective and that teamwork and respect for each other lead to superior results. We elevate each other and obsess about doing the right thing. Our associates serve with humility and a deep respect for their responsibility in helping our customers achieve their goals and realize their dreams. Together, we are on a quest to change banking for good.
Senior IT Strategy Consultant (vCTO) UK • Hybrid • Competitive salary + benefits Focus Group is looking for a Senior IT Strategy Consultant to deliver fractional vCTO/vCIO services across a portfolio of SME enterprise clients. You'll work directly with boards and C suite stakeholders, shaping long term technology strategy, driving transformation, and providing clear, practical guidance on the use of AI within their organisations. What you'll do Lead 6-8 concurrent vCTO/vCIO client engagements. Conduct technology assessments and develop multi year strategies and roadmaps. Present strategic recommendations to boards and executive teams. Advise clients on the practical use of AI tools (e.g. Microsoft Copilot, Anthropic Claude) to support productivity and decision making. Lead digital transformation initiatives, including cloud migration and application modernisation. Develop technology operating models, governance frameworks, budgets, and business cases. Support vendor strategy, contract negotiation, and technology risk management. Contribute to consulting methodology development and support business development activities. Build strong, trusted relationships with senior client stakeholders. What you'll bring Senior technology leadership experience (CTO, CIO, Head of Technology, etc.). A proven track record delivering major transformation programmes (£500k-£5m+). Strong capability in technology strategy, enterprise architecture, and roadmap development. Familiarity with modern AI tools and the ability to advise customers on responsible and valuable use cases. Strong knowledge of cloud and hybrid environments, particularly Microsoft Azure. Excellent communication and board level presentation skills. Consulting, fractional CxO, or interim leadership experience preferred. Strong commercial and financial acumen, including ROI modelling. Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel. Nice to have Certifications such as TOGAF, ITIL, Azure Architect, PMP/PRINCE2 or Agile. AI or data related training. Experience in regulated sectors or M&A environments. Background in software engineering, DevOps, or enterprise applications. Thought leadership or speaking experience
Jun 09, 2026
Full time
Senior IT Strategy Consultant (vCTO) UK • Hybrid • Competitive salary + benefits Focus Group is looking for a Senior IT Strategy Consultant to deliver fractional vCTO/vCIO services across a portfolio of SME enterprise clients. You'll work directly with boards and C suite stakeholders, shaping long term technology strategy, driving transformation, and providing clear, practical guidance on the use of AI within their organisations. What you'll do Lead 6-8 concurrent vCTO/vCIO client engagements. Conduct technology assessments and develop multi year strategies and roadmaps. Present strategic recommendations to boards and executive teams. Advise clients on the practical use of AI tools (e.g. Microsoft Copilot, Anthropic Claude) to support productivity and decision making. Lead digital transformation initiatives, including cloud migration and application modernisation. Develop technology operating models, governance frameworks, budgets, and business cases. Support vendor strategy, contract negotiation, and technology risk management. Contribute to consulting methodology development and support business development activities. Build strong, trusted relationships with senior client stakeholders. What you'll bring Senior technology leadership experience (CTO, CIO, Head of Technology, etc.). A proven track record delivering major transformation programmes (£500k-£5m+). Strong capability in technology strategy, enterprise architecture, and roadmap development. Familiarity with modern AI tools and the ability to advise customers on responsible and valuable use cases. Strong knowledge of cloud and hybrid environments, particularly Microsoft Azure. Excellent communication and board level presentation skills. Consulting, fractional CxO, or interim leadership experience preferred. Strong commercial and financial acumen, including ROI modelling. Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel. Nice to have Certifications such as TOGAF, ITIL, Azure Architect, PMP/PRINCE2 or Agile. AI or data related training. Experience in regulated sectors or M&A environments. Background in software engineering, DevOps, or enterprise applications. Thought leadership or speaking experience
What you would do as our Head of FP&A Join the ASSA ABLOY Group in Olney, UK, and play a critical role in building a forward looking FP&A function that enables senior leaders to make better, faster decisions. This is a senior, high impact role within the Global Solutions division, acting as the primary finance business partner to the Key and Asset Management (KAM) executive leadership team. The role owns financial planning, forecasting, performance management, and decision support for a complex, international, product led business. The focus goes well beyond traditional FP&A execution. You will be expected to drive insight, accountability, and value creation, transforming FP&A into a true decision enabling function for the executive team. You would be responsible for: Strategic planning and business partnering, acting as the lead finance partner to KAM leadership, supporting strategy development, evaluating the financial impact of commercial initiatives, pricing decisions, investments, and go to market changes, and translating strategy into clear financial plans, KPIs, and targets. Budgeting, forecasting, and performance management, owning the annual budget, rolling forecasts, and long range plans, driving forecast accuracy and ownership, leading monthly performance reviews with clear variance analysis and forward looking insight, and ensuring executive ready dashboards and reporting packs. Financial analysis and decision insight, delivering deep analysis across revenue, margin, cost, working capital, and cash, building financial models for scenario planning and investment cases, and proactively identifying risks, value leakage, and improvement opportunities with actionable recommendations. Cost, value, and margin management, partnering with commercial, operational, and functional leaders to improve cost visibility and control, support productivity and margin improvement initiatives, and ensure clear financial ownership of cost drivers and robust business cases. Leadership, systems, and FP&A development, leading and developing the FP&A team, mentoring the direct report, promoting strong business partnering capability, while driving continuous improvement of FP&A systems, processes, data integrity, automation, and alignment with Group Finance standards. The skills and experience you need Is a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) and has senior FP&A experience, ideally within complex, international, product led or technology enabled organisations. Has strong systems, data, and analytical capability, with proven experience working with enterprise finance systems such as SAP, HFM, SmartView, OneStream (or similar), strong financial modelling skills, advanced Excel capability, and confidence handling, manipulating, and improving large and complex datasets in imperfect system environments. Proven business partnering and decision support impact, including experience influencing senior leadership, shaping commercial and strategic decisions, and transforming FP&A outputs into actionable insight rather than purely reporting focused deliverables. Change leadership and transformation experience, with a track record of improving FP&A processes, forecasting quality, analytics capability, or automation, and confidence driving change, structure, and accountability in fast paced, high expectation environments. Strong leadership and communication skills, being commercially minded, intellectually curious, organised, and outcome focused, able to coach and develop teams, challenge assumptions constructively, communicate complex financial messages clearly, and operate effectively at both strategic and detailed levels. What we offer 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays Ex gratia day for Christmas Eve Day off for your Birthday Pension; 5% employee & 5% employer Discretionary performance based bonus scheme Life assurance - 3 x basic salary Access to Employee Care Scheme and Benefits Portal Cycle2work & EV Salary Sacrifice Schemes We are building diverse, inclusive teams and encourage applications from everyone who can see themselves working with us.
Jun 09, 2026
Full time
What you would do as our Head of FP&A Join the ASSA ABLOY Group in Olney, UK, and play a critical role in building a forward looking FP&A function that enables senior leaders to make better, faster decisions. This is a senior, high impact role within the Global Solutions division, acting as the primary finance business partner to the Key and Asset Management (KAM) executive leadership team. The role owns financial planning, forecasting, performance management, and decision support for a complex, international, product led business. The focus goes well beyond traditional FP&A execution. You will be expected to drive insight, accountability, and value creation, transforming FP&A into a true decision enabling function for the executive team. You would be responsible for: Strategic planning and business partnering, acting as the lead finance partner to KAM leadership, supporting strategy development, evaluating the financial impact of commercial initiatives, pricing decisions, investments, and go to market changes, and translating strategy into clear financial plans, KPIs, and targets. Budgeting, forecasting, and performance management, owning the annual budget, rolling forecasts, and long range plans, driving forecast accuracy and ownership, leading monthly performance reviews with clear variance analysis and forward looking insight, and ensuring executive ready dashboards and reporting packs. Financial analysis and decision insight, delivering deep analysis across revenue, margin, cost, working capital, and cash, building financial models for scenario planning and investment cases, and proactively identifying risks, value leakage, and improvement opportunities with actionable recommendations. Cost, value, and margin management, partnering with commercial, operational, and functional leaders to improve cost visibility and control, support productivity and margin improvement initiatives, and ensure clear financial ownership of cost drivers and robust business cases. Leadership, systems, and FP&A development, leading and developing the FP&A team, mentoring the direct report, promoting strong business partnering capability, while driving continuous improvement of FP&A systems, processes, data integrity, automation, and alignment with Group Finance standards. The skills and experience you need Is a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) and has senior FP&A experience, ideally within complex, international, product led or technology enabled organisations. Has strong systems, data, and analytical capability, with proven experience working with enterprise finance systems such as SAP, HFM, SmartView, OneStream (or similar), strong financial modelling skills, advanced Excel capability, and confidence handling, manipulating, and improving large and complex datasets in imperfect system environments. Proven business partnering and decision support impact, including experience influencing senior leadership, shaping commercial and strategic decisions, and transforming FP&A outputs into actionable insight rather than purely reporting focused deliverables. Change leadership and transformation experience, with a track record of improving FP&A processes, forecasting quality, analytics capability, or automation, and confidence driving change, structure, and accountability in fast paced, high expectation environments. Strong leadership and communication skills, being commercially minded, intellectually curious, organised, and outcome focused, able to coach and develop teams, challenge assumptions constructively, communicate complex financial messages clearly, and operate effectively at both strategic and detailed levels. What we offer 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays Ex gratia day for Christmas Eve Day off for your Birthday Pension; 5% employee & 5% employer Discretionary performance based bonus scheme Life assurance - 3 x basic salary Access to Employee Care Scheme and Benefits Portal Cycle2work & EV Salary Sacrifice Schemes We are building diverse, inclusive teams and encourage applications from everyone who can see themselves working with us.
Baringa is a global consulting firm that partners with leaders to drive change and create value. With deep industry expertise, and enabled by advanced technology, the firm helps clients to deliver with greater confidence and certainty. With over 2,000 people across the UK, Europe, North America, Asia and Australia, the firm combines global insight with local understanding. The firm works across energy and resources, financial services, government and public sector, consumer products and retail, pharmaceuticals and life sciences, manufacturing, and technology, media and telecoms, with capabilities spanning strategy, transformation and operational excellence - all powered by advanced technology, data, AI and digital innovation. Clients value Baringa's collaborative approach and the way its teams integrate seamlessly - all working with a shared understanding of what matters most. The firm is known for its kind, curious experts who listen closely and care deeply about client success as they help clients transform energy markets, modernise financial platforms, expand telecoms and digital networks through advanced data analytics, enable digital services in government, and unlock growth in consumer sectors. Certified as a Great Place to Work around the world, Baringa has been recognised by the Financial Times in 22 categories of its UK Leading Management Consultants rankings, and by Forbes for four consecutive years as one of the World's Best Management Consulting Firms. Our Technology and Cyber team are looking for an experienced PMO Advisor to join the team. As a PMO Advisor within Technology & Cyber (TeCy), you will play a critical role in driving portfolio governance, enabling demand prioritisation, and ensuring consistency and rigour across a complex technology transformation landscape. You will own key PMO and demand management processes end-to end, influence senior stakeholders, and drive consistency, transparency, and continuous improvement across the portfolio. You will act as a trusted partner to Programme Leads, Product Owners, and Technology Leadership, ensuring alignment to strategic priorities and robust execution. What you will be doing Portfolio Governance and Reporting Own, embed, and continuously improve governance frameworks across the Technology Portfolio, ensuring alignment with TeCy standards and Baringa best practice Act as a centre of excellence for PMO capability, driving consistency in delivery approach, controls, and reporting across programmes and workstreams Support the shaping of programme level planning and controls, including ownership of tracking and reporting against milestone plans, critical path tracking, and facilitation of plan control forums Own portfolio level RAID management, ensuring high quality risk, issue and dependency identification and proactive mitigation processes are in place and adhered to Deliver robust programme health reporting, leveraging trend analysis and root cause insights to inform decision making Proactively surface delivery risks and challenge status updates, driving accountability and resolution Continuous Improvements and Delivery Excellence Continuously enhance PMO and reporting processes, simplifying where possible and improving quality and usability of outputs Improve mechanisms for workstream reporting and data capture, increasing automation and reducing overhead Identify and implement best practices, tools, and innovations (e.g., ADO, dashboards, reporting automation) Contribute to the evolution of TeCy portfolio management capability, sharing knowledge with others Demand Management and Prioritisation Support the Technology demand management framework, ensuring a clear, structured intake, triage, and prioritisation process Support capacity and investment planning, ensuring demand is balanced against resource availability and delivery constraints Provide data led insights into pipeline health, demand trends, and prioritisation decisions Change and Communication Management Support the development and execution of change and adoption approaches, ensuring visibility, engagement, and readiness across stakeholders Support portfolio communications cadence, including leadership updates, programme reporting, and key messaging Develop clear, concise, and impactful executive level materials (e.g., Leadership packs, steering updates) Your skills and experience Strong experience in PMO or portfolio management within large scale technology or transformation programmes Proven ability to operate at portfolio level, managing complexity, ambiguity, and multiple competing priorities Deep understanding of RAID management, programme controls, and planning methodologies, including critical path management Advanced skills in PowerPoint, Excel, and reporting tools for analysis and executive storytelling Experience using tools such as Azure DevOps (ADO), ServiceNow SPM, dashboards, or portfolio reporting platforms Strong commercial and strategic awareness, linking demand to business outcomes Strong experience creating executive level communications and leadership reporting Skilled in stakeholder engagement and confident presenting and leading discussions with large groups Ability to drive clarity and ensure alignment What a career at Baringa will give you Baringa is a People First company and wellbeing is at the forefront of our culture. We recognise the importance of work life balance and flexible working and provide our staff amazing benefits. Some of these benefits include: Generous Annual Leave Policy: We recognise everyone needs a well deserved break. We provide our employees with 5 weeks of annual leave, fully available at the start of each year. In addition to this, we have introduced our 5 Year Recharge benefit which allows all employees an additional 2 weeks of paid leave after 5 years continuous service. Flexible Working: We know that the 'ideal' work life balance will vary from person to person and change at different stages of our working lives. To accommodate this, we have implemented a hybrid working policy and introduced more flexibility around taking unpaid leave. Corporate Responsibility Days: Our world is important to us, so all our employees get 3 every year to help social and environmental causes and increase our impact on the communities that mean the most to us. Wellbeing Fund: We want to encourage all employees to take charge and prioritise their own wellbeing. We've introduced our annual People Fund to support this by offering every individual a fund to support and manage their wellbeing through an activity of their choice. Profit Share Scheme: All employees participate in the Baringa Group Profit Share Scheme so everyone has a stake in the company's success. Diversity and Inclusion We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe that creating an environment where everyone feels a sense of belonging is central to our culture and that diversity is paramount to driving creativity, innovation, and value for our clients and for our people. All applications received will be reviewed by a member of our Talent Acquisition team. We never rely solely on automated screening or AI tools to make hiring decisions. Your application will be considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, nationality, disability, age, faith or social background. We do not filter applications by university background and encourage those who have taken alternative educational and career paths to apply. We would like to actively encourage applications from those who identify with less represented and minority groups. We operate an inclusive recruitment process, ensuring reasonable adjustments where needed. Please contact a member of our Recruitment Team to discuss further.
Jun 09, 2026
Full time
Baringa is a global consulting firm that partners with leaders to drive change and create value. With deep industry expertise, and enabled by advanced technology, the firm helps clients to deliver with greater confidence and certainty. With over 2,000 people across the UK, Europe, North America, Asia and Australia, the firm combines global insight with local understanding. The firm works across energy and resources, financial services, government and public sector, consumer products and retail, pharmaceuticals and life sciences, manufacturing, and technology, media and telecoms, with capabilities spanning strategy, transformation and operational excellence - all powered by advanced technology, data, AI and digital innovation. Clients value Baringa's collaborative approach and the way its teams integrate seamlessly - all working with a shared understanding of what matters most. The firm is known for its kind, curious experts who listen closely and care deeply about client success as they help clients transform energy markets, modernise financial platforms, expand telecoms and digital networks through advanced data analytics, enable digital services in government, and unlock growth in consumer sectors. Certified as a Great Place to Work around the world, Baringa has been recognised by the Financial Times in 22 categories of its UK Leading Management Consultants rankings, and by Forbes for four consecutive years as one of the World's Best Management Consulting Firms. Our Technology and Cyber team are looking for an experienced PMO Advisor to join the team. As a PMO Advisor within Technology & Cyber (TeCy), you will play a critical role in driving portfolio governance, enabling demand prioritisation, and ensuring consistency and rigour across a complex technology transformation landscape. You will own key PMO and demand management processes end-to end, influence senior stakeholders, and drive consistency, transparency, and continuous improvement across the portfolio. You will act as a trusted partner to Programme Leads, Product Owners, and Technology Leadership, ensuring alignment to strategic priorities and robust execution. What you will be doing Portfolio Governance and Reporting Own, embed, and continuously improve governance frameworks across the Technology Portfolio, ensuring alignment with TeCy standards and Baringa best practice Act as a centre of excellence for PMO capability, driving consistency in delivery approach, controls, and reporting across programmes and workstreams Support the shaping of programme level planning and controls, including ownership of tracking and reporting against milestone plans, critical path tracking, and facilitation of plan control forums Own portfolio level RAID management, ensuring high quality risk, issue and dependency identification and proactive mitigation processes are in place and adhered to Deliver robust programme health reporting, leveraging trend analysis and root cause insights to inform decision making Proactively surface delivery risks and challenge status updates, driving accountability and resolution Continuous Improvements and Delivery Excellence Continuously enhance PMO and reporting processes, simplifying where possible and improving quality and usability of outputs Improve mechanisms for workstream reporting and data capture, increasing automation and reducing overhead Identify and implement best practices, tools, and innovations (e.g., ADO, dashboards, reporting automation) Contribute to the evolution of TeCy portfolio management capability, sharing knowledge with others Demand Management and Prioritisation Support the Technology demand management framework, ensuring a clear, structured intake, triage, and prioritisation process Support capacity and investment planning, ensuring demand is balanced against resource availability and delivery constraints Provide data led insights into pipeline health, demand trends, and prioritisation decisions Change and Communication Management Support the development and execution of change and adoption approaches, ensuring visibility, engagement, and readiness across stakeholders Support portfolio communications cadence, including leadership updates, programme reporting, and key messaging Develop clear, concise, and impactful executive level materials (e.g., Leadership packs, steering updates) Your skills and experience Strong experience in PMO or portfolio management within large scale technology or transformation programmes Proven ability to operate at portfolio level, managing complexity, ambiguity, and multiple competing priorities Deep understanding of RAID management, programme controls, and planning methodologies, including critical path management Advanced skills in PowerPoint, Excel, and reporting tools for analysis and executive storytelling Experience using tools such as Azure DevOps (ADO), ServiceNow SPM, dashboards, or portfolio reporting platforms Strong commercial and strategic awareness, linking demand to business outcomes Strong experience creating executive level communications and leadership reporting Skilled in stakeholder engagement and confident presenting and leading discussions with large groups Ability to drive clarity and ensure alignment What a career at Baringa will give you Baringa is a People First company and wellbeing is at the forefront of our culture. We recognise the importance of work life balance and flexible working and provide our staff amazing benefits. Some of these benefits include: Generous Annual Leave Policy: We recognise everyone needs a well deserved break. We provide our employees with 5 weeks of annual leave, fully available at the start of each year. In addition to this, we have introduced our 5 Year Recharge benefit which allows all employees an additional 2 weeks of paid leave after 5 years continuous service. Flexible Working: We know that the 'ideal' work life balance will vary from person to person and change at different stages of our working lives. To accommodate this, we have implemented a hybrid working policy and introduced more flexibility around taking unpaid leave. Corporate Responsibility Days: Our world is important to us, so all our employees get 3 every year to help social and environmental causes and increase our impact on the communities that mean the most to us. Wellbeing Fund: We want to encourage all employees to take charge and prioritise their own wellbeing. We've introduced our annual People Fund to support this by offering every individual a fund to support and manage their wellbeing through an activity of their choice. Profit Share Scheme: All employees participate in the Baringa Group Profit Share Scheme so everyone has a stake in the company's success. Diversity and Inclusion We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe that creating an environment where everyone feels a sense of belonging is central to our culture and that diversity is paramount to driving creativity, innovation, and value for our clients and for our people. All applications received will be reviewed by a member of our Talent Acquisition team. We never rely solely on automated screening or AI tools to make hiring decisions. Your application will be considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, nationality, disability, age, faith or social background. We do not filter applications by university background and encourage those who have taken alternative educational and career paths to apply. We would like to actively encourage applications from those who identify with less represented and minority groups. We operate an inclusive recruitment process, ensuring reasonable adjustments where needed. Please contact a member of our Recruitment Team to discuss further.
Overview Databricks is seeking a strategic alliance leader to own and scale our partnership with Accenture across EMEA and to globally orchestrate our relationship with Avanade. This role sits at the centre of one of the most strategic ecosystems in Data & AI - accelerating consumption on the Databricks Data Intelligence Platform and shaping how two of the world's most influential system integrators deliver transformation at scale. You will translate global alliance strategy into measurable regional impact, align executive stakeholders across Databricks, Accenture, Avanade, and Microsoft, and build repeatable joint go-to-market motions that drive durable growth. This role requires executive credibility, operational rigor, and the ability to convert strategic intent into consumption, pipeline, and customer outcomes. This is a high-visibility role with direct influence on revenue growth, ecosystem strategy, and market positioning across Europe and globally. The impact you will have Own and scale the Databricks-Accenture alliance across EMEA, aligning regional execution with global strategy and driving measurable consumption growth. Serve as the global executive lead for the Databricks-Avanade relationship, building and executing multi-year joint growth plans across regions. Drive partner-sourced and partner-influenced revenue, new logo acquisition, and expansion within strategic enterprise accounts. Lead tri-party collaboration between Databricks, Accenture/Avanade, and Microsoft to maximise Azure-aligned investments and market impact. Incubate and scale differentiated joint industry solutions, accelerators, and managed services built on the Databricks Platform. Establish operational excellence across joint business planning, QBRs, pipeline governance, and executive alignment. Influence C-suite stakeholders and act as a visible thought leader at major ecosystem and Data + AI forums. What we look for 12+ years of experience in enterprise software, cloud, data or AI, including significant experience leading complex GSI or strategic alliances. Demonstrated success in building and scaling partnerships with Accenture, Avanade, or comparable global system integrators across multiple regions. Strong understanding of Azure and hyperscaler ecosystems and how they drive consumption in an AI-first world. Proven track record of delivering measurable revenue impact through co-sell, co-innovation, and joint go-to-market execution. Executive presence with the ability to influence C-level stakeholders internally and externally. Experience leading cross-functional, geographically distributed teams in high-growth, matrixed environments. Clear communicator who can translate complex strategy into actionable execution plans. Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience; advanced degree a plus. About Databricks Databricks is the data and AI company. More than 10,000 organizations worldwide - including Comcast, Condé Nast, Grammarly, and over 50% of the Fortune 500 - rely on the Databricks Data Intelligence Platform to unify and democratize data, analytics and AI. Databricks is headquartered in San Francisco, with offices around the globe and was founded by the original creators of Lakehouse, Apache Spark , Delta Lake and MLflow. For more information, follow Databricks on Twitter, LinkedIn and Facebook. Benefits: At Databricks, we strive to provide comprehensive benefits and perks that meet the needs of all of our employees. For specific details on the benefits offered in your region, please visit the benefits site. Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion Databricks is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone can excel. We ensure hiring practices are inclusive and meet equal employment opportunity standards. Individuals are considered without regard to age, color, disability, ethnicity, family or marital status, gender identity or expression, language, national origin, physical and mental ability, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, veteran status, and other protected characteristics. Compliance If access to export-controlled technology or source code is required for performance of job duties, it is within Employer's discretion whether to apply for a U.S. government license for such positions, and Employer may decline to proceed with an applicant on this basis alone.
Jun 09, 2026
Full time
Overview Databricks is seeking a strategic alliance leader to own and scale our partnership with Accenture across EMEA and to globally orchestrate our relationship with Avanade. This role sits at the centre of one of the most strategic ecosystems in Data & AI - accelerating consumption on the Databricks Data Intelligence Platform and shaping how two of the world's most influential system integrators deliver transformation at scale. You will translate global alliance strategy into measurable regional impact, align executive stakeholders across Databricks, Accenture, Avanade, and Microsoft, and build repeatable joint go-to-market motions that drive durable growth. This role requires executive credibility, operational rigor, and the ability to convert strategic intent into consumption, pipeline, and customer outcomes. This is a high-visibility role with direct influence on revenue growth, ecosystem strategy, and market positioning across Europe and globally. The impact you will have Own and scale the Databricks-Accenture alliance across EMEA, aligning regional execution with global strategy and driving measurable consumption growth. Serve as the global executive lead for the Databricks-Avanade relationship, building and executing multi-year joint growth plans across regions. Drive partner-sourced and partner-influenced revenue, new logo acquisition, and expansion within strategic enterprise accounts. Lead tri-party collaboration between Databricks, Accenture/Avanade, and Microsoft to maximise Azure-aligned investments and market impact. Incubate and scale differentiated joint industry solutions, accelerators, and managed services built on the Databricks Platform. Establish operational excellence across joint business planning, QBRs, pipeline governance, and executive alignment. Influence C-suite stakeholders and act as a visible thought leader at major ecosystem and Data + AI forums. What we look for 12+ years of experience in enterprise software, cloud, data or AI, including significant experience leading complex GSI or strategic alliances. Demonstrated success in building and scaling partnerships with Accenture, Avanade, or comparable global system integrators across multiple regions. Strong understanding of Azure and hyperscaler ecosystems and how they drive consumption in an AI-first world. Proven track record of delivering measurable revenue impact through co-sell, co-innovation, and joint go-to-market execution. Executive presence with the ability to influence C-level stakeholders internally and externally. Experience leading cross-functional, geographically distributed teams in high-growth, matrixed environments. Clear communicator who can translate complex strategy into actionable execution plans. Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience; advanced degree a plus. About Databricks Databricks is the data and AI company. More than 10,000 organizations worldwide - including Comcast, Condé Nast, Grammarly, and over 50% of the Fortune 500 - rely on the Databricks Data Intelligence Platform to unify and democratize data, analytics and AI. Databricks is headquartered in San Francisco, with offices around the globe and was founded by the original creators of Lakehouse, Apache Spark , Delta Lake and MLflow. For more information, follow Databricks on Twitter, LinkedIn and Facebook. Benefits: At Databricks, we strive to provide comprehensive benefits and perks that meet the needs of all of our employees. For specific details on the benefits offered in your region, please visit the benefits site. Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion Databricks is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone can excel. We ensure hiring practices are inclusive and meet equal employment opportunity standards. Individuals are considered without regard to age, color, disability, ethnicity, family or marital status, gender identity or expression, language, national origin, physical and mental ability, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, veteran status, and other protected characteristics. Compliance If access to export-controlled technology or source code is required for performance of job duties, it is within Employer's discretion whether to apply for a U.S. government license for such positions, and Employer may decline to proceed with an applicant on this basis alone.
White Collar Factory (95009), United Kingdom, London, London Lead Software Development Engineer - Services About this role Capital One's mission is to change banking for good by bringing humanity, ingenuity and simplicity to banking. Sitting at the core of such values is our Software Engineering department whose primary role is to be an enabler of our ambitions. Capital One is looking for a Senior Software Development Engineer to join a backend team, based in our London office on a hybrid basis. Our Engineers are people who lead by example, build strong and valuable relationships and have the confidence to influence at all levels. We are proud of who we are and what we do and want you to join us at this particularly exciting time at Capital One. What you'll do You will lead a team or cross-functional squad in the delivery of complex and ambiguous projects that support a broader business outcome You will take end-to-end responsibility for technical design, implementation, and operational considerations Collaborate with engineers, architects, product owners, and stakeholders to ensure successful project outcomes You will play a crucial role in supporting the elevation of engineering enablement, excellence, and experience across the broader engineering community You will collaborate and contribute to the development and dissemination of standardised and sustainable best practices, tools, patterns, and frameworks that enhance the productivity and quality of engineering efforts business-wide Your focus is on a major portion of existing or new team software (e.g., significant component, set of features, mid-size application or service) You'll work to achieve the goals and vision shared by Product Management and your Tribe Leadership Innovate within your team, initiative area and contribute within your technical domain What we're looking for Proven experience in technical leadership, including leading a team or cross-functional squad Proven experience working in both backend services and mobile technologies Exceptional programming skills and knowledge of building APIs using modern OO languages preferably Java, SOLID principles, SOA, HTTP and REST Experience with AWS and strong understanding of cloud-based development Extensive, demonstrable knowledge of designing architectures that are secure and perform at scale You're able to effectively communicate and work collaboratively across engineering to maximise inner-sourcing opportunities and reduce waste Proven experience ability to deliver high quality applications at scale An advocate for quality and the ability to support the team, leveraging approaches such as Pair Programming, TDD and BDD Where and how you'll work This is a permanent position and will be based in our London office. We have a hybrid working model which gives you flexibility to work from our offices and from home. We're big on collaboration and connection, so you'll be based in our London office 3 days a week on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. What's in it for you Bring us all this - and you'll be handsomely rewarded with a role contributing to the product roadmap for an organisation committed to transformation We're continuing our journey into the public cloud and have problems of scale, security, availability and performance for you to help solve We love continuous learning and that's why we give you 10% of your time to work on cutting edge innovative projects that shape the way we will work in the future We offer high performers strong and diverse career progression, investing heavily in developing great people through our Capital One University training programmes (and appropriate external providers) Immediate access to our core benefits including pension scheme, bonus, generous holiday entitlement and private medical insurance - with flexible benefits available including season-ticket loans, cycle to work scheme and enhanced parental leave Open-plan workspaces and facilities designed to inspire and support you. Our Nottingham head-office has a fully-serviced gym, subsidised restaurant, mindfulness and music rooms. In London, you can heighten your mood with a run on our rooftop running track or an espresso at the Workshop Coffee café What you should know about how we recruit We are committed to creating a level playing field and seek to create teams that are representative of our customers and the communities we serve. We'd love to hear from you if you identify with a typically under-represented group in our industry and are particularly keen to hear from women and ethnic minority candidates. We pride ourselves on hiring the best people, not the same people. Building diverse and inclusive teams is the right thing to do and the smart thing to do. We want to work with top talent: whoever you are, whatever you look like, wherever you come from. We know it's about what you do, not just what you say. That's why we make our recruitment process fair and accessible. And we offer benefits that attract people at all ages and stages. We also partner with organisations including the Women in Finance and Race At Work Charters, Stonewall and upReach to find people from every walk of life and help them thrive with us. We have a whole host of internal networks and support groups you could be involved in, to name a few: REACH - Race Equality and Culture Heritage group focuses on representation, retention and engagement for associates from minority ethnic groups and allies OutFront - to provide LGBTQ+ support for all associates Mind Your Mind - signposting support and promoting positive mental wellbeing for all Women in Tech - promoting an inclusive environment in tech EmpowHER - network of female associates and allies focusing on developing future leaders, particularly for female talent in our industry Capital One is committed to diversity in the workplace. If you require a reasonable adjustment, please contact All information will be kept confidential and will only be used for the purpose of applying a reasonable adjustment. For technical support or questions about Capital One's recruiting process, please send an email to Capital One does not provide, endorse nor guarantee and is not liable for third-party products, services, educational tools or other information available through this site. Capital One Financial is made up of several different entities. Please note that any position posted in Canada is for Capital One Canada, any position posted in the United Kingdom is for Capital One Europe and any position posted in the Philippines is for Capital One Philippines Service Corp. (COPSSC). Who We Are At Capital One, we're building a leading information-based technology company. Still founder-led by Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Richard Fairbank, Capital One is on a mission to help our customers succeed by bringing ingenuity, simplicity, and humanity to banking. We measure our efforts by the success our customers enjoy and the advocacy they exhibit. We are succeeding because they are succeeding. Guided by our shared values, we thrive in an environment where collaboration and openness are valued. We believe that innovation is powered by perspective and that teamwork and respect for each other lead to superior results. We elevate each other and obsess about doing the right thing. Our associates serve with humility and a deep respect for their responsibility in helping our customers achieve their goals and realize their dreams. Together, we are on a quest to change banking for good.
Jun 09, 2026
Full time
White Collar Factory (95009), United Kingdom, London, London Lead Software Development Engineer - Services About this role Capital One's mission is to change banking for good by bringing humanity, ingenuity and simplicity to banking. Sitting at the core of such values is our Software Engineering department whose primary role is to be an enabler of our ambitions. Capital One is looking for a Senior Software Development Engineer to join a backend team, based in our London office on a hybrid basis. Our Engineers are people who lead by example, build strong and valuable relationships and have the confidence to influence at all levels. We are proud of who we are and what we do and want you to join us at this particularly exciting time at Capital One. What you'll do You will lead a team or cross-functional squad in the delivery of complex and ambiguous projects that support a broader business outcome You will take end-to-end responsibility for technical design, implementation, and operational considerations Collaborate with engineers, architects, product owners, and stakeholders to ensure successful project outcomes You will play a crucial role in supporting the elevation of engineering enablement, excellence, and experience across the broader engineering community You will collaborate and contribute to the development and dissemination of standardised and sustainable best practices, tools, patterns, and frameworks that enhance the productivity and quality of engineering efforts business-wide Your focus is on a major portion of existing or new team software (e.g., significant component, set of features, mid-size application or service) You'll work to achieve the goals and vision shared by Product Management and your Tribe Leadership Innovate within your team, initiative area and contribute within your technical domain What we're looking for Proven experience in technical leadership, including leading a team or cross-functional squad Proven experience working in both backend services and mobile technologies Exceptional programming skills and knowledge of building APIs using modern OO languages preferably Java, SOLID principles, SOA, HTTP and REST Experience with AWS and strong understanding of cloud-based development Extensive, demonstrable knowledge of designing architectures that are secure and perform at scale You're able to effectively communicate and work collaboratively across engineering to maximise inner-sourcing opportunities and reduce waste Proven experience ability to deliver high quality applications at scale An advocate for quality and the ability to support the team, leveraging approaches such as Pair Programming, TDD and BDD Where and how you'll work This is a permanent position and will be based in our London office. We have a hybrid working model which gives you flexibility to work from our offices and from home. We're big on collaboration and connection, so you'll be based in our London office 3 days a week on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. What's in it for you Bring us all this - and you'll be handsomely rewarded with a role contributing to the product roadmap for an organisation committed to transformation We're continuing our journey into the public cloud and have problems of scale, security, availability and performance for you to help solve We love continuous learning and that's why we give you 10% of your time to work on cutting edge innovative projects that shape the way we will work in the future We offer high performers strong and diverse career progression, investing heavily in developing great people through our Capital One University training programmes (and appropriate external providers) Immediate access to our core benefits including pension scheme, bonus, generous holiday entitlement and private medical insurance - with flexible benefits available including season-ticket loans, cycle to work scheme and enhanced parental leave Open-plan workspaces and facilities designed to inspire and support you. Our Nottingham head-office has a fully-serviced gym, subsidised restaurant, mindfulness and music rooms. In London, you can heighten your mood with a run on our rooftop running track or an espresso at the Workshop Coffee café What you should know about how we recruit We are committed to creating a level playing field and seek to create teams that are representative of our customers and the communities we serve. We'd love to hear from you if you identify with a typically under-represented group in our industry and are particularly keen to hear from women and ethnic minority candidates. We pride ourselves on hiring the best people, not the same people. Building diverse and inclusive teams is the right thing to do and the smart thing to do. We want to work with top talent: whoever you are, whatever you look like, wherever you come from. We know it's about what you do, not just what you say. That's why we make our recruitment process fair and accessible. And we offer benefits that attract people at all ages and stages. We also partner with organisations including the Women in Finance and Race At Work Charters, Stonewall and upReach to find people from every walk of life and help them thrive with us. We have a whole host of internal networks and support groups you could be involved in, to name a few: REACH - Race Equality and Culture Heritage group focuses on representation, retention and engagement for associates from minority ethnic groups and allies OutFront - to provide LGBTQ+ support for all associates Mind Your Mind - signposting support and promoting positive mental wellbeing for all Women in Tech - promoting an inclusive environment in tech EmpowHER - network of female associates and allies focusing on developing future leaders, particularly for female talent in our industry Capital One is committed to diversity in the workplace. If you require a reasonable adjustment, please contact All information will be kept confidential and will only be used for the purpose of applying a reasonable adjustment. For technical support or questions about Capital One's recruiting process, please send an email to Capital One does not provide, endorse nor guarantee and is not liable for third-party products, services, educational tools or other information available through this site. Capital One Financial is made up of several different entities. Please note that any position posted in Canada is for Capital One Canada, any position posted in the United Kingdom is for Capital One Europe and any position posted in the Philippines is for Capital One Philippines Service Corp. (COPSSC). Who We Are At Capital One, we're building a leading information-based technology company. Still founder-led by Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Richard Fairbank, Capital One is on a mission to help our customers succeed by bringing ingenuity, simplicity, and humanity to banking. We measure our efforts by the success our customers enjoy and the advocacy they exhibit. We are succeeding because they are succeeding. Guided by our shared values, we thrive in an environment where collaboration and openness are valued. We believe that innovation is powered by perspective and that teamwork and respect for each other lead to superior results. We elevate each other and obsess about doing the right thing. Our associates serve with humility and a deep respect for their responsibility in helping our customers achieve their goals and realize their dreams. Together, we are on a quest to change banking for good.
Sharp Consultancy are delighted to be working on an exciting opportunity for an experienced Finance Manager to join a well-established and growing organisation based in Rotherham. Reporting to the Head of Finance, this role will take ownership of key financial accounting, reporting and control activities whilst supporting the wider finance function and business leadership team. This is a technically focused position requiring financial accounting expertise, statutory reporting knowledge, and the ability to drive continuous improvement across finance processes and controls. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in ensuring the integrity of financial information whilst partnering with senior stakeholders across the business. Key Responsibilities: Lead month-end and year-end financial reporting processes. Production of management accounts and group reporting. Prepare statutory accounts and support external audits. Review balance sheet reconciliations and maintain financial controls. Oversee VAT, fixed assets and tax compliance. Support budgeting, forecasting, and overhead cost analysis. Partner with department heads to monitor financial performance and control costs. Drive process improvements and finance transformation initiatives. Support commercial projects, business growth initiatives, and M&A activity. Coach and develop junior finance team members. Lead and support finance transformation and process improvement projects. Drive a culture of continuous improvement across finance operations and reporting. Person specification: You will be a qualified finance professional with strong technical accounting capabilities and a proactive approach to improving financial processes and controls. ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified. Proven experience within a Finance Manager, Financial Accountant, Financial Controller or similar role. Strong technical accounting knowledge, including statutory accounts preparation. Knowledge of FRS102 and IFRS16. Experience managing external audits. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills. Advanced Excel and financial systems experience. What's on Offer: Salary of up to £70,000. Comprehensive benefits package. Opportunity to work within a successful and growing organisation. Exposure to senior leadership and strategic projects. Career development opportunities. Supportive and collaborative working environment. Sharp Consultancy is a finance and accountancy recruitment specialist assisting accounting and finance divisions of businesses in the Yorkshire and Derbyshire area. With over 30 years' experience we pride ourselves on sourcing excellent finance professionals across all divisions of an accounts function. Candidates must be eligible to work in the UK full time without restriction. To apply please send your CV to the e-mail address stated, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on. Due to the high volume of applications, we receive it is not always possible to respond to unsuccessful applicants. Therefore, if we have not responded to your application within seven days, please note that on this occasion your application has not been successful.
Jun 09, 2026
Full time
Sharp Consultancy are delighted to be working on an exciting opportunity for an experienced Finance Manager to join a well-established and growing organisation based in Rotherham. Reporting to the Head of Finance, this role will take ownership of key financial accounting, reporting and control activities whilst supporting the wider finance function and business leadership team. This is a technically focused position requiring financial accounting expertise, statutory reporting knowledge, and the ability to drive continuous improvement across finance processes and controls. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in ensuring the integrity of financial information whilst partnering with senior stakeholders across the business. Key Responsibilities: Lead month-end and year-end financial reporting processes. Production of management accounts and group reporting. Prepare statutory accounts and support external audits. Review balance sheet reconciliations and maintain financial controls. Oversee VAT, fixed assets and tax compliance. Support budgeting, forecasting, and overhead cost analysis. Partner with department heads to monitor financial performance and control costs. Drive process improvements and finance transformation initiatives. Support commercial projects, business growth initiatives, and M&A activity. Coach and develop junior finance team members. Lead and support finance transformation and process improvement projects. Drive a culture of continuous improvement across finance operations and reporting. Person specification: You will be a qualified finance professional with strong technical accounting capabilities and a proactive approach to improving financial processes and controls. ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified. Proven experience within a Finance Manager, Financial Accountant, Financial Controller or similar role. Strong technical accounting knowledge, including statutory accounts preparation. Knowledge of FRS102 and IFRS16. Experience managing external audits. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills. Advanced Excel and financial systems experience. What's on Offer: Salary of up to £70,000. Comprehensive benefits package. Opportunity to work within a successful and growing organisation. Exposure to senior leadership and strategic projects. Career development opportunities. Supportive and collaborative working environment. Sharp Consultancy is a finance and accountancy recruitment specialist assisting accounting and finance divisions of businesses in the Yorkshire and Derbyshire area. With over 30 years' experience we pride ourselves on sourcing excellent finance professionals across all divisions of an accounts function. Candidates must be eligible to work in the UK full time without restriction. To apply please send your CV to the e-mail address stated, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on. Due to the high volume of applications, we receive it is not always possible to respond to unsuccessful applicants. Therefore, if we have not responded to your application within seven days, please note that on this occasion your application has not been successful.
