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Financial Planning Director - Birmingham Location: Birmingham Package: up to £120,000 plus bonus and benefits An established, nationally respected wealth management firm is seeking an experienced Financial Planning Director to join its Birmingham office . This is a senior leadership opportunity within a highly regarded business known for its long-term client relationships, responsible investment approach, and strong ethical values. The Opportunity As Financial Planning Director , you will work closely with the Office Lead , a highly experienced Financial Planner, and the company's Investment Managers to deliver a seamless, client-focused wealth management service. Together, you will take joint responsibility for managing existing client relationships, handling new client enquiries, and generating new business through both internal collaboration and external networking. You will also lead and develop a small, high-performing support team consisting of three paraplanners and one administrator, ensuring the continued delivery of excellent client service. Teamwork and complementary skills will be key to success in this role. The business is looking for someone whose expertise and personality will enhance and balance the existing team, broadening its ability to connect with a diverse client base. Key Responsibilities Provide holistic financial planning and investment advice across pensions, investments, protection, and estate planning. Manage and develop relationships with new and existing clients, ensuring an exceptional standard of advice and service. Collaborate closely with the Office Lead and Investment Managers to deliver integrated financial and investment solutions. Drive new business opportunities through proactive networking, referrals, and professional partnerships. Lead, mentor, and develop paraplanners and support staff within the office. Contribute to the continued commercial growth and strategic development of the Birmingham office. Maintain high standards of professionalism, compliance, and ethical conduct in all client interactions. About You Chartered Financial Planner (or close to Chartered status). Proven success in new business development and long-term client relationship management. Strong technical knowledge across all areas of financial planning. Commercially astute with excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Experienced team leader who can inspire and develop others. Ideally experienced in Defined Benefit Pension Scheme transfers. Collaborative, empathetic, and motivated by shared success. Package and Benefits The role offers a competitive package of up to £120,000 basic salary plus a range of benefits, including: 9% employer pension contribution 10x death in service cover Share plan Private medical insurance and dental cover Study support and professional development opportunities Discretionary annual bonus based on performance The package is negotiable to attract the right candidate. Why Apply? This role offers a unique opportunity to join a respected wealth management firm with a clear purpose and long-term vision. You will work alongside highly experienced professionals, enjoy autonomy in managing your clients, and play a pivotal role in shaping the continued growth of the Birmingham office. If you are a senior-level financial planner with strong business development credentials and a passion for delivering outstanding client outcomes, this could be the perfect next step in your career.

Juliette Lister and Lisa Tremlett are currently assisting a large TPA who are presently recruiting for their expanding implementation Teams working in Data, Configuration and Scheme Benefits This is a Profile Search and Selection vacancy who are operating as an Employment Agency. In order to apply for this position candidates MUST have DB PENSIONS IMPLEMENTATION EXPERIENCE. Please note as we receive a high volume of applications we are only able to respond to those candidates who are shortlisted. Senior Implementation Analyst Data Team Performing Implementation data processes including: Analysis of received, transformed and migrated data, Transforming data to required formats and structures, Supporting the load of transformed data to target systems, Perform any system configuration operations required, Recording issues in appropriate logs and escalating where required to line manager, previous administrator, Pensions Operations etc,Liaise with other teams, internal or external, to perform handover operations Senior Implementation Consultant Data Team If you have a flair for analysis and problem solving, possess great pensions knowledge or love manipulating data sets, why not develop your skills by providing a top service to clients by working in project delivery? Liaise with clients during the implementation cycle to understand their requirements, data, processes and systems, and make recommendations on how to implement our product(s)/service(s). Own and be responsible for performing ad-hoc or unusual Implementation data processes. Support and develop junior team members, and manage junior resource for specific tasks Senior Pension Implementation Analyst Scheme Benefits As a Senior Pensions Implementation Analyst you will play a pivotal role in any implementation project as a subject matter You will be for reviewing work completed by and supporting our junior analysts. You will be the technical go to person on the project, working closely alongside the data team to onboard data and the configuration team to automate calculations. Pensions Implementation Consultant - Scheme Benefits Scheme benefits teams are looking for a number enthusiastic experienced pension professional to join our home-based team as a Pensions Implementation Consultant, you will ensure all aspects of a transition project are delivered on time and to a high standard within a controlled project environment. You will play a pivotal role in any implementation project working alongside the Data Team to onboard data and the Configuration Team to automate calculations. Senior Implementation Consultant Scheme Benefits Scheme benefits teams are looking for a number enthusiastic experienced pension professional to join our home-based team as a Senior Pensions Implementation Consultant. You will ensure all aspects of a transition project are delivered on time and to a high standard within a controlled project environment. You will play a pivotal role in any implementation project working alongside the Data Team to onboard data and the Configuration Team to automate calculations. Lead client implementation projects for workstream. Drive the gathering and interpretation of client requirements and drive the production of requirements documentation This is a Profile Search and Selection vacancy who are operating as an Employment Agency. In order to apply for this position candidates MUST have DB PENSIONS IMPLEMENTATION EXPERIENCE. Please note as we receive a high volume of applications we are only able to respond to those candidates who are shortlisted. If you are also aware of any friends or colleagues currently working within the industry who are looking for a change within their career, please pass on our contact details and we will endeavour to assist with their search. Profile Search and Selection are a specialist Pensions and Financial Services recruitment agency with opportunities nationwide - Please feel free to contact us direct should you wish to discuss any further vacancies

New and exciting pensions vacancies, working on a hybrid basis where you will share your time between the Leeds office and home. Pensions Calculations Analyst - 35-40k You'll support the Pension Administration Department, draft and update calculation specifications for IT development, and contribute to projects Providing pensions calculation support to Pensions Administration and IT teams. Staying current with legislative changes affecting calculations. Drafting and updating specifications for pension schemes. Supporting testing of automation changes. Delivering technical training and top-tier customer service. Managing tasks and collaborate with stakeholders to meet targets. Helping to plan and deliver projects. Skills and Experience:- Experienced in pensions administration with proven pensions technical knowledge. Confident using excel and analysing/handling large data sets. Enjoy working with, developing and testing technical pensions systems. Knowledgeable in pensions legislation. Technical Pensions Lead - 38-46k Provide essential support to Pensions Administration teams, ensuring that service delivery remains both accurate and timely. Deliver expert technical support and training for the Pensions Administration Department. Stay current with legislative changes and their impact on pensions calculations. Review and check work for accuracy and timeliness across all teams and schemes. Support customer issue resolution. Draft calculation specifications following regulation and scheme changes. Assist with data cleansing, testing automation and process updates. Support colleagues through feedback, checks, and planning in collaboration with managers and team leaders. Participate in data quality audits. Leading and chairing meetings including preparation of meeting notes and presentations. Skills & Experience: Significant experience of working within pensions administration Proven technical pensions knowledge relevant to the role. Intermediate excel skills. Ability to produce solutions to problems and applies a questioning approach Adaptable, enthusiastic, and keen to learn. Applicants will ideally be studying towards or completed QPA/PMI. GCSE's or equivalent in Maths and English at grade C / 4 or above. This is a Profile Search and Selection vacancy who are operating as an Employment Agency. In order to apply for this position candidates MUST have DB PENSIONS EXPERIENCE. Please note as we receive a high volume of applications we are only able to respond to those candidates who are shortlisted. . If you are also aware of any friends or colleagues currently working within the industry who are looking for a change within their career, please pass on our contact details and we will endeavour to assist with their search. Profile Search and Selection are a specialist Pensions recruitment agency with opportunities nationwide - Please feel free to contact us direct should you wish to discuss any further vacancies

St Mary Redcliffe is a thriving, inclusive Christian community that has grown significantly over the past twelve years . It is a traditional, robed, choral church that is also theologically progressive, committed to welcoming and valuing people of all ages, backgrounds, identities, abilities, and circumstances. The church reflects a diverse and vibrant congregation united by a shared commitment to faith, inclusion, and the belief that all are equally loved and welcomed by God. Alongside its worshipping life, St Mary Redcliffe is a well-established heritage destination and an active force for good in one of the most deprived parishes in the country. Thousands of visitors already come each year, with ambitious plans through Project 450 to expand access, facilities, education, and interpretation, enabling many more to engage with the church s history, heritage, and Christian story. Deeply rooted in its local context, the church invests heavily in community development, runs a community hub, and is recognised by the city as a key civic partner. All of this is sustained by a small, committed staff team, working creatively and energetically across worship, community engagement, safeguarding, heritage, governance, and the complex practical demands of running a large, historic parish church. We are seeking an experienced and committed Finance Manager to support the work of the church by ensuring excellent financial stewardship, strong governance, and clear financial planning. This is a key role, working closely with the staff team, clergy, churchwardens and PCC, and offering both strategic oversight and hands-on financial management. About the Parish A large and active congregation with multiple weekly services A broad programme of pastoral care, community engagement, and outreach A team of clergy, paid staff, and volunteers Significant restricted and unrestricted funds Annual income and expenditure of approximately £1.4 million The Role at a Glance Job Title: Finance Manager Reports to: Head of Operations Works closely with: Staff team, clergy, churchwardens and PCC Hours: Full time: 37.5 hours per week, with the option to reduce depending on candidate and circumstance Contract: Permanent Salary: £34,628 Location: Primarily on site, with opportunities for flexible/hybrid working Purpose of the Role The Finance Manager is responsible for the effective financial management and in large part, delivery of the church, ensuring robust systems, accurate reporting, compliance with charity and diocesan requirements, and strong financial planning. The role supports the PCC in fulfilling its legal and fiduciary responsibilities and enables staff and clergy teams to focus on the strategic priorities of the church. This is a broad role with a large scope requiring close attention to detail in a complex organisation. There is a requirement for oversight and management as well as day to day bookkeeping delivery. Key Responsibilities Financial Management and Reporting Oversee all day-to-day financial operations of the church. Prepare accurate management accounts for the Head of Operations, Incumbent, Treasurer, and PCC. Monitor income and expenditure against budget, identifying risks and opportunities. Manage cash flow to ensure the parish can meet its financial commitments. Prepare year-end accounts and act as the main liaison with independent examiners or auditors. Budgeting and Financial Planning Lead the annual budgeting process in collaboration with staff team colleagues, clergy and PCC. Support medium- and long-term financial planning aligned with wider church strategy and organisational priorities. Provide clear financial analysis and advice to inform decision-making. Governance, Compliance, and Risk Ensure compliance with Charity Commission requirements, diocesan financial regulations, and PCC policies. Support the PCC in meeting its fiduciary responsibilities. Maintain appropriate financial controls, policies, and procedures. Assist with risk management and internal controls, including fraud prevention. Income, Funds, and Stewardship Oversee the management of restricted, designated, and unrestricted funds. Monitor and reconcile income streams, including: Planned giving and donations Service fees (weddings, funerals, etc.) Grants and trusts Commercial and events income Support stewardship campaigns and fundraising initiatives with financial insight and reporting. Payroll and Staffing Costs Working closely with the Governance and Administration Officer & our payroll provider to oversee payroll processing, pensions, and staff-related financial matters. Ensure compliance with employment and HMRC requirements. Work with line managers on staffing budgets and forecasts. Systems and Processes Maintain and develop effective financial systems and software. Ensure accurate record-keeping and audit trails. Improve processes to enhance efficiency, transparency, and resilience. Collaboration and Communication Work closely with the Head of Operations and PCC Treasurer, offering professional financial expertise and support. Occasional requirement to attend relevant subcommittee meetings, presenting financial reports clearly and accessibly. Where appropriate, support staff and volunteers with budget management and financial understanding. Communicate financial information sensitively and clearly to non-financial audiences. Person Specification Essential Experience and Skills Significant experience in financial management, accounting, or a related role. Strong understanding of budgeting, cash flow management, and financial reporting. Experience working within a charity, not-for-profit, or public-sector environment. Knowledge of charity finance and governance requirements. Experience of financial software High level of accuracy, attention to detail, and integrity. Strong excel skills. Ability to explain financial information clearly to non-specialists. Strong organisational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities. Desirable Experience and Skills Experience working within a church context. Familiarity with diocesan financial frameworks. Experience managing complex or multi-stream income. Knowledge of payroll, pensions, and employment-related finance. Personal Qualities Commitment to the values and mission of the parish. Discreet, trustworthy, and professional. Calm, collaborative, and solutions-focused. Confident in offering advice and constructive challenge where needed. Able to work independently while being an effective team member. Safeguarding St Mary Redcliffe Church is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults. All appointments are subject to appropriate safeguarding checks. How to Apply Applicants are invited to submit: Their CV and a covering letter of no more than 2 pages, outlining suitability for the role based on the information contained in the recruitment pack. Closing Date: By 10am on Thursday 2nd April

Plumbing Lecturer Hours; Full time (37hrs per week, all year round) Duration; Permanent Salary; £33,487 - £38,487 per annum (dependant teaching qualifications) Location; Rotherham College, Rotherham About the Role This is a fantastic opportunity for a Plumbing & Heating professional to make a career change; down with the tools and into the classroom to share your knowledge and expertise influencing the next generation of skilled Plumbers. You may also be an experienced tutor, assessor or IQA, looking for a change or a new challenge. Whatever your rationale, this role is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference. We are growing and developing our curriculum and want passionate, industry experienced and commitment individuals to help us achieve our goals develop the area as a Centre of Excellence. Within this role the successful candidate will be responsible for delivering outstanding teaching, assessment and IQA up to Level 3 which includes study programmes, adult programmes and apprenticeships within Plumbing and Heating, in both a workshop and classroom environment. With an enthusiastic and engaging approach, you will have the ability to motivate students and support them to achieve their potential. The role of lecturer is to equip our students with skills for their future through the delivery of outstanding education and training and inspire students to achieve their potential. This role offers you the opportunity to do this every day. It is the job satisfaction that comes from this that makes a teaching role special. The key roles of a Lecturer are to deliver excellent teaching, completing the relevant preparation and marking that supports this, and to set SMART targets to enable students to reach their potential. You will You will play an important role in developing creative resources to inspire outstanding learning and will be responsible for the monitoring and tracking of learner progress to promote positive outcomes for learners. You should be an effective and motivated team player, with excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with colleagues and management to achieve strategic and organisational objectives. You will hold a vocational qualification at Level 3 or above, as well as a relevant teaching qualification and assessors award, or be willing to work towards. You will be able to bring the subject to life, using combined methods of practical, theoretical and digital which will engage your learners and provide them with the best skills, knowledge and behaviours for the future. You will hold a Level 2 (or equivalent) qualification in English and Maths (or be willing to undertake). Department Info You will work as part of the curriculum team at Rotherham and you will also closely, and take direction from our Curriculum Team Leaders. You will be line managed by the Curriculum Manager. In this role you will also work in collaboration with Technicians, Personal Development Coordinators, Work Placement Officers and other internal departments such as Examinations and Curriculum Administration. Our excellent benefits and rewards package: Eligibility to join the Teachers Pensions Scheme Up to 50 days annual leave per year (pro-rata for part time working) including closure during Christmas period Access to our gyms, restaurants and salons Staff health & wellbeing and benefits schemes including in-house Occupational Health service Full, part time and flexible working hours available in many roles Parking available at all of our sites Fantastic career development opportunities including funding for teacher training, apprenticeships and various other industry recognised qualifications New FE teachers can also apply for grants of up to £6,000 in STEM subjects (conditions apply) through the levelling up premium payments initiative Recruitment Referral Scheme for all employee s worth by to £200 per referral made What is the RNN Group? RNN Group s main goal is to be an outstanding education and training provider and this is at the heart of everything that we do. To help us achieve this we are looking to recruit highly motivated, innovative and dynamic individuals to join our existing teams. To be a part of the team at RNN Group we will expect you to be committed to our values too; We are Inclusive, We have Integrity, We Deliver, We are One Team. We are OFSTED Good (November 2022) We celebrate diversity and are proud to have been recognised as Investors in Diversity for our commitment to the FREDIE (Fairness, Respect, Equality, Diversity, Inclusion and Engagement) Model. This means that you d be working in a supportive environment that encourages, recognises and celebrates effort, achievement and cooperative attitudes. We welcome applications from everyone regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexuality, faith or disability. We are also proud to be part of the Disability Confidence Scheme. The RNN Group is proud to be part of the South Yorkshire Institute of Technology (SYIoT). We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, vulnerable adults and young people. All new employees will be required undertake a DBS check and other associated checks in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education Guidance. All candidates must have the legal right to work in the UK. Closing date: Monday 23 March 2026

HR & Payroll Specialist- up to £40,000 Yolk Recruitment is supporting a well-established manufacturing business in Port Talbot to recruit a HR & Payroll Specialist. This is a hands-on role combining end-to-end payroll delivery with broad generalist HR support for managers and employees across the site. You'll be the main point of contact for UK payroll and a key part of the local HR team, supporting day-to-day people matters as well as wider HR projects and process improvement. This role includes line management responsibility for an HR Advisor. What you'll be doing: Payroll Running end-to-end UK payroll on a weekly, fortnightly and/or monthly basis Ensuring salaries, overtime, statutory payments and deductions are processed accurately Managing workplace pensions, including auto-enrolment Submitting RTI returns to HMRC in line with deadlines Processing starters, leavers, pay changes and contractual variations Dealing with payroll queries from employees in a professional and timely way Liaising with external payroll, audit and pension providers when required HR Support Providing a proactive, first-line HR service to managers and employees Advising and coaching managers on employee relations matters, supporting informal resolution where appropriate Acting as a first point of contact for HR queries and providing practical, compliant advice in line with policies and current legislation Supporting the full employee lifecycle, including recruitment, onboarding, absence management, performance management, learning and development, pay and benefits, and employee relations, working closely with the Senior HR Advisor Reviewing HR processes and data to identify improvements and make recommendations to the management team Working closely with HR colleagues to drive consistency and good practice Ensuring appropriate controls are in place across key HR and payroll processes Supporting and delivering HR projects in line with agreed business priorities What we're looking for Previous experience in a combined HR and payroll role Degree level education or equivalent CIPP qualification (or working towards) CIPD Level 3 (or working towards Level 5) Experience of managing auto-enrolment pensions What you will get in return: Salary of up to £40,000 Full-time (39 hours per week) Company Bonus scheme 25 days Holiday increased with length of service up to 30 days. Tech Loan Scheme Ikea Loan Scheme Cycle to Work Loan Scheme Private Medical Insurance Life Insurance Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Leave Flexitime Company Pension (3% ER Contribution) however Salary Sacrifice is available.

We are seeking an experienced and driven Programme Manager to lead complex, high-impact programmes across our portfolio of change within a Large UK Pension firm. This role involves overseeing interdependent projects, ensuring delivery of business outcomes, and maintaining governance, risk, and quality standards. You will work with diverse teams, manage virtual resources effectively, and foster strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels. Key Responsibilities: Programme Management: Plan, design, and deliver programmes using structured project management frameworks. Monitor progress, manage dependencies, and ensure business readiness for change. Governance: Ensure programmes and projects align with strategic goals. Monitor risks, issues, and quality, and deliver benefits as per the business case. Resource Management: Identify and allocate resources for successful programme delivery. Motivate and engage cross-functional, geographically dispersed teams. Programme Leadership: Lead and develop project teams, providing guidance, coaching, and support to achieve programme outcomes. Stakeholder Management: Build trusted relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Communicate complex ideas clearly and manage expectations effectively. Line Management: Manage direct reports, support their development, and contribute to improving project and programme management standards within the business unit. Key Experience & Skills: Proven experience delivering complex programmes using Agile and Waterfall methodologies. Strong leadership skills with experience managing geographically dispersed teams. Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, able to influence at all levels. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with expertise in risk, issue, and dependency management. What's in it for you? Flexible working arrangements, including remote work. Opportunity to work on diverse, high-impact projects across pensions administration and consultancy. Be part of a supportive, innovative team with a focus on professional development. Shape the future of pensions services for organisations and their employees. This role would suit a solution-focused and results-driven professional, ready to lead complex programmes and make an impact in the pensions sector, so please do email your CV for more details on this position. Please quote 52271 when calling Sarah at Alexander Lloyd or email them at . This is only one of many vacancies we are handling, Alexander Lloyd is a specialist within Financial Services recruitment. Areas of expertise include Employee Benefits, Compliance, Pensions, Group Risk, Paraplanners, Sales Support, T&C etc. Due to the high amount of interest that we receive for each of our roles unfortunately we cannot respond to each application individually, therefore if you do not hear back from one of our consultants you have not been shortlisted for this role. Please continue to check our website for any other roles which may be of interest.

Pension Data Projects Lead Consultant (Hybrid - Multiple UK Locations) Are you an experienced pensions professional with a passion for solving complex data challenges? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a leading advisory organisation's Pensions Data Solutions team and play a pivotal role in transforming pension scheme data for a diverse portfolio of UK clients.This is an opportunity to elevate your career by delivering innovative, high-impact data solutions while leading talented project teams and building trusted relationships with senior stakeholders. About the Role - What's Involved As a Pension Data Projects Lead Consultant, you will: Develop and execute data strategies that deliver measurable value for clients and strong commercial outcomes Act as a trusted adviser to Pension Managers, Trustee Boards, and key decision-makers Lead and oversee multiple data projects - assessing, cleansing, correcting, and enhancing pension scheme data Collaborate with internal specialists and third parties to deliver high-quality solutions Strengthen client relationships and enhance overall service delivery This role offers hybrid working and can be based in a range of offices across the UK. About You - What Skills and Experience is Required Strong consulting and stakeholder management skills Ability to present technical concepts clearly and confidently Solid knowledge of UK Defined Benefit pension schemes and relevant legislation Experience leading multiple projects, including scoping and costing new work Commercial awareness with a focus on both client satisfaction and growth Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel and PowerPoint What's on Offer An excellent salary and benefits package including great bonus potential, superb pension contributions and a host of top class benefits If you're ready to make a meaningful impact in pensions data consulting and take the next step in your career, we'd love to hear from you.

Pension Data Projects Lead Consultant (Hybrid - Multiple UK Locations) Are you an experienced pensions professional with a passion for solving complex data challenges? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a leading advisory organisation's Pensions Data Solutions team and play a pivotal role in transforming pension scheme data for a diverse portfolio of UK clients.This is an opportunity to elevate your career by delivering innovative, high-impact data solutions while leading talented project teams and building trusted relationships with senior stakeholders. About the Role - What's Involved As a Pension Data Projects Lead Consultant, you will: Develop and execute data strategies that deliver measurable value for clients and strong commercial outcomes Act as a trusted adviser to Pension Managers, Trustee Boards, and key decision-makers Lead and oversee multiple data projects - assessing, cleansing, correcting, and enhancing pension scheme data Collaborate with internal specialists and third parties to deliver high-quality solutions Strengthen client relationships and enhance overall service delivery This role offers hybrid working and can be based in a range of offices across the UK. About You - What Skills and Experience is Required Strong consulting and stakeholder management skills Ability to present technical concepts clearly and confidently Solid knowledge of UK Defined Benefit pension schemes and relevant legislation Experience leading multiple projects, including scoping and costing new work Commercial awareness with a focus on both client satisfaction and growth Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel and PowerPoint What's on Offer An excellent salary and benefits package including great bonus potential, superb pension contributions and a host of top class benefits If you're ready to make a meaningful impact in pensions data consulting and take the next step in your career, we'd love to hear from you.

Pension Data Projects Lead Consultant (Hybrid - Multiple UK Locations) Are you an experienced pensions professional with a passion for solving complex data challenges? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a leading advisory organisation's Pensions Data Solutions team and play a pivotal role in transforming pension scheme data for a diverse portfolio of UK clients.This is an opportunity to elevate your career by delivering innovative, high-impact data solutions while leading talented project teams and building trusted relationships with senior stakeholders. About the Role - What's Involved As a Pension Data Projects Lead Consultant, you will: Develop and execute data strategies that deliver measurable value for clients and strong commercial outcomes Act as a trusted adviser to Pension Managers, Trustee Boards, and key decision-makers Lead and oversee multiple data projects - assessing, cleansing, correcting, and enhancing pension scheme data Collaborate with internal specialists and third parties to deliver high-quality solutions Strengthen client relationships and enhance overall service delivery This role offers hybrid working and can be based in a range of offices across the UK. About You - What Skills and Experience is Required Strong consulting and stakeholder management skills Ability to present technical concepts clearly and confidently Solid knowledge of UK Defined Benefit pension schemes and relevant legislation Experience leading multiple projects, including scoping and costing new work Commercial awareness with a focus on both client satisfaction and growth Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel and PowerPoint What's on Offer An excellent salary and benefits package including great bonus potential, superb pension contributions and a host of top class benefits If you're ready to make a meaningful impact in pensions data consulting and take the next step in your career, we'd love to hear from you.

Pension Data Projects Lead Consultant (Hybrid - Multiple UK Locations) Are you an experienced pensions professional with a passion for solving complex data challenges? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a leading advisory organisation's Pensions Data Solutions team and play a pivotal role in transforming pension scheme data for a diverse portfolio of UK clients.This is an opportunity to elevate your career by delivering innovative, high-impact data solutions while leading talented project teams and building trusted relationships with senior stakeholders. About the Role - What's Involved As a Pension Data Projects Lead Consultant, you will: Develop and execute data strategies that deliver measurable value for clients and strong commercial outcomes Act as a trusted adviser to Pension Managers, Trustee Boards, and key decision-makers Lead and oversee multiple data projects - assessing, cleansing, correcting, and enhancing pension scheme data Collaborate with internal specialists and third parties to deliver high-quality solutions Strengthen client relationships and enhance overall service delivery This role offers hybrid working and can be based in a range of offices across the UK. About You - What Skills and Experience is Required Strong consulting and stakeholder management skills Ability to present technical concepts clearly and confidently Solid knowledge of UK Defined Benefit pension schemes and relevant legislation Experience leading multiple projects, including scoping and costing new work Commercial awareness with a focus on both client satisfaction and growth Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel and PowerPoint What's on Offer An excellent salary and benefits package including great bonus potential, superb pension contributions and a host of top class benefits If you're ready to make a meaningful impact in pensions data consulting and take the next step in your career, we'd love to hear from you.

Pension Data Projects Lead Consultant (Hybrid - Multiple UK Locations) Are you an experienced pensions professional with a passion for solving complex data challenges? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a leading advisory organisation's Pensions Data Solutions team and play a pivotal role in transforming pension scheme data for a diverse portfolio of UK clients.This is an opportunity to elevate your career by delivering innovative, high-impact data solutions while leading talented project teams and building trusted relationships with senior stakeholders. About the Role - What's Involved As a Pension Data Projects Lead Consultant, you will: Develop and execute data strategies that deliver measurable value for clients and strong commercial outcomes Act as a trusted adviser to Pension Managers, Trustee Boards, and key decision-makers Lead and oversee multiple data projects - assessing, cleansing, correcting, and enhancing pension scheme data Collaborate with internal specialists and third parties to deliver high-quality solutions Strengthen client relationships and enhance overall service delivery This role offers hybrid working and can be based in a range of offices across the UK. About You - What Skills and Experience is Required Strong consulting and stakeholder management skills Ability to present technical concepts clearly and confidently Solid knowledge of UK Defined Benefit pension schemes and relevant legislation Experience leading multiple projects, including scoping and costing new work Commercial awareness with a focus on both client satisfaction and growth Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel and PowerPoint What's on Offer An excellent salary and benefits package including great bonus potential, superb pension contributions and a host of top class benefits If you're ready to make a meaningful impact in pensions data consulting and take the next step in your career, we'd love to hear from you.

Project Manager (Hybrid or Remote with regular travel to Preston)Salary circa £50k - £55k DOE A glance at the role: An exciting opportunity for an experienced Project Manager to join our Change Team to deliver a varied portfolio through major transformation and continuous improvement. Reporting to the Head of Delivery, you'll manage multiple projects end to end, coordinate resources and budgets, and keep stakeholders informed. A bit about us: Local Pensions Partnership Administration (LPPA) is a multi-award-winning organisation and one of the UK's leading pension administration companies. We strive to deliver the best experience for over 1,500 employers and more than 700,000 members of Local Government, Police and Firefighter pension schemes, keeping them fully informed about their pensions whilst working closely with employers to continuously educate and support them. What we can offer you: - Competitive salary £50 - 55k DOE.- 25 days' holiday, plus bank holidays and 2 additional concessionary days and a half day for your Birthday, with the ability to 'buy and sell' leave.- Access to an excellent pension scheme (Local Government Pension Scheme) with generous employer contributions.- Access to Health or Dental Plan.- Access to our Enhanced Employee Assistance Programme for when you or your family might need some support.- Access to our bespoke Reward Discount Scheme - 'Your Perk Site'.- Opportunities to attend Wellbeing webinars and social events.- Daily free fruit and snacks available to you in our office.- Free Car Parking in Preston City Centre. What you'll do: - Produce clear business and system requirements, process maps, tests, training, and implementation plans.- Identify, manage, and deliver process design changes by conducting business and systems process analysis and design, focusing on quality improvement and operational efficiency.- Provide and support the implementation of business solutions by building relationships and partnerships with key stakeholders; identifying business needs; determining and carrying out necessary processes and practices; monitoring progress and results; training to ensure maximum value is realised, recognising and capitalising on improvement opportunities; and adapting to competing demands, organisational changes, and new responsibilities.- Translate business requirements into functional specs; work with IT/developers; ensure robust testing before releases - Proactively identify system improvement opportunities.- Understand and negotiate the needs and expectations of multiple stakeholders.- Collaborate with others; articulating ideas and viewpoints to senior management, peers, and others; identifying and initiating solutions; managing resources; driving the resolution of issues; and holding self and team accountable for results.- Prepare timely MI reports and maintain project documentation- Develop project plans, including agreeing the project scope and timescales with key stakeholders, and maintain all project documentation.- Actively lead the project team and manage activities end-to-end during the project life cycle to ensure delivery of project commitments within budget.- Work in partnership and develop relationships with all stakeholders in each project, including our clients, suppliers and colleagues involved in the project.- Take ownership of projects and communicate individual accountability to all project stakeholders.- Provide regular and high-quality progress reports to key stakeholders.- Proactively identify risks and issues, developing strategies to mitigate risks and resolve issues related to the project, escalating where appropriate.- Make decisions and adapt plans to changes that occur during the project lifecycle. What you'll bring: - Proactive self-starter who manages a busy workload with minimal supervision.- Proven project management experience and qualifications, delivering multiple projects on time and on budget in a fast-paced environment.- Strong stakeholder engagement and requirements documentation skills.- Confident problem solver able to support and/or challenge proposals.- Excellent leadership, communication and interpersonal skills.- Experience leading, motivating and managing project teams, including internal and external resources, while holding the team accountable for performance and deliverables.- Excellent level of numerical, analytical, and report writing skills to assist in the communication of key messages and to facilitate discussions and decision making.- Proficiency in MS Office (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, Visio & Dev Ops).- The ability to handle multiple demands in a fast-paced environment.- Competent with various project management methodologies.- Ability to demonstrate a structured project approach.- Experience in monitoring budgets, project scope, and change control.- Experience designing and delivering comms plans.- Track record delivering large strategic projects; ideally, five plus years' PM experience.- Customer relationship management and risk/issue resolution experience. Nice to have: - Public sector experience.- Pensions or related financial services background. Working with and upholding our values: - Working together.- Committed to excellence.- Doing the right thing.- Forward thinking.

Senior Debt Delivery Manager £78000 per annum Bedford Permanent Hybrid Working Ready to make a real difference? Join us at the Money and Pensions Service (MaPS) as our Senior Debt Delivery Manager. This is your chance to play a meaningful role in helping people across the UK build stronger financial futures and to do it as part of a supportive, energetic team. Why This Role Matters In this role, you'll have the opportunity to lead the delivery and performance of outsourced national and community-based debt advice services, ensuring our grant and contract-funded partners deliver excellent support to clients and that value for money is achieved across the portfolio. You'll also shape how we build and maintain strong, effective relationships with our partners, while guiding and developing a team of grants and contracts managers to perform at their best.You'll join a team that's passionate, collaborative, and driven by the belief that advice and support during financial distress should be something everyone can access What You'll Be Doing The Senior Debt Delivery Manager will lead a team of grant and contract managers, and will be responsible for: Leading the performance and delivery of a portfolio of grants and contracts, ensuring high-quality debt advice services and strong value for money across community and national providers. Managing, developing, and motivating a team of Grants and Contracts Managers, setting clear strategic objectives and ensuring these align with the Money and Pensions Service's priorities. Overseeing the full lifecycle of grants and contracts-including mobilisation, delivery, performance management, and exit-while ensuring compliance with procurement rules and best practice through close collaboration with commercial, finance, and other partners. Monitoring partner performance against KPIs and contractual commitments, acting as an escalation point, driving improvements, and maintaining strong, effective relationships as a trusted "critical friend." Managing portfolio budgets, identifying and addressing risks of underspend or overspend, and securing funding and approvals for agreement variations, extensions, and renewals through robust business cases. Supporting continuous improvement and the commissioning of new services, providing subject matter expertise and working across functions to ensure services evolve in line with client needs. Leading partner engagement activity, including networking and knowledge-sharing forums, and contributing to directorate strategy, business planning, and future service design. What You'll Bring To be successful in this role, you'll need: Essential: Significant experience of service operations in an insourced or outsourced capacity. Experience of managing high value grants or contracts. Significant experience managing key relationships with external partners. Strong analytical skills, able to understand complex data, produce reports and make recommendations to senior stakeholders. Strong financial acumen. Desirable: Broad understanding of debt advice and experience of managing debt advice services. Line management experience. Relevant Contract Management/Grant Management qualification is desirable but willingness to attain one is essential. Our Recruitment Process We keep things simple, fair, and transparent: Stage 1: Application review - please submit a CV and covering letter outlining your motivation for applying for the role and highlighting suitability. Your application will be assessed by one of our Talent partners. Stage 2 : Telephone Interview (up to 30 mins) Stage 3: Interviews to take place on April 16 th or 21st in our Bedford office. Consisting of a presentation followed by competency and scenario-based questions.Everything we do aligns with the Civil Service Commission's Recruitment Principles. About Us MaPS is based in bright, modern offices in Bedford, and we're here to help people across the UK feel more confident and informed about their money.Our values guide how we work together: Caring - for colleagues and the communities we support Connecting - building supportive, positive relationships Transforming - creating impact that truly matters We're proud to foster an inclusive, welcoming culture. Our colleague networks include LGBTQ+, neurodiversity, women's health, men's health and ethnicity groups - and we welcome applications from all backgrounds. What We Offer 30 days' annual leave plus bank holidays Pension (2:1 matched contribution up to 10%) Season ticket loan Cycle to work scheme (up to £3,000) Subsidised eye tests & flu jabs Life assurance EAP Assist & Life Enhanced family and sick pay 2 paid volunteering days Recognition scheme Retail discounts portal Flexible Working We believe work should fit around life. This Bedford-based role offers genuine flexibility so you can balance work, family, and personal commitments. We come together for purposeful team collaboration to stay connected and drive great results. Our colleagues currently attend the Bedford office a minimum of two days per month and as needed. You'll also need to be able to travel to visit our delivery partners across England. Career Development We love supporting internal growth and progression, while continuing to follow fair and open Civil Service recruitment practices

Finance Manager Location : Pathway Project Offices, The Hope Centre, Lichfield WS13 7LB Reports to: Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Hours: 37.5 Salary: Negotiable Contract: Permanent This post is open to women only under the Equality Act 2010 pursuant to Schedule 9, Part 1. We value diversity and are committed to ensuring that our organisation is an inclusive place to work. We encourage applications from women from all backgrounds and communities and actively welcome applicants from Black, Asian, or other ethnic minority backgrounds and women with a disability About Pathway Project We are a domestic and sexual abuse service that supports clients in Lichfield, Tamworth, Cannock, Burntwood and the surrounding villages of South Staffordshire. We offer a range of support services to victims of domestic abuse including two refuges in confidential locations. We have been operating for over 30 years helping adults and children overcome domestic abuse, and to build a future where they live in safety and are free from fear. Since our founder, Kathy Coe MBE, created Pathway Project, we have helped over 25,000 people, with 5,814 hours of support provided in the last year. We offer a wide range of services, including adult and children outreach and community support, mental health, wellbeing and financial advice. We support the relatives of those who have experienced domestic and sexual violence and offer specialist counselling, advocacy and support to all who need us. Pathway Project believes in working as a cohesive team and are service user led. Our helpline is access to all and is open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Why choose to work for us? Pathway Project is an inspiring place to be, we are a charity with big ambitions and huge energy. We are currently evolving a bold new strategy and a passion for excellence in service delivery. Supported by a driven and energetic board of trustees the new Chief Executive is leading Pathway Project through their ambitious plans. It's a really fantastic time to join our amazing charity as we move into the next phase of our exciting journey. We are a flexible and supportive employer, committed to the personal and professional development and wellbeing of our employees. We welcome applications from women with lived experience of domestic abuse and from minority or under-represented groups. We offer the following benefits: 25 days paid leave plus statutory holidays (pro rata) A competitive pension scheme Employee Assistance Programme delivered by Health Assured which offers incredible support to staff and their families We value our colleagues and are constantly reviewing our policies and practice, looking for ways in which we can better demonstrate this. We also recognise the potential impact of working in this field and provide clinical supervision to all of our employees, whatever their role. Purpose of the Role The Finance Manager is responsible for the effective day-to-day financial management of the charity, ensuring robust financial controls, accurate reporting and compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements including the Charity Commission and Charity SORP (FRS 102). Working closely with the CEO, SMT and Trustees, the postholder will provide clear, timely financial information to support sound operational and strategic decision-making and help ensure the long-term sustainability of the organisation. Key Responsibilities 1. Financial Management and Reporting •Manage the day-to-day finance function including processing invoices and bank transactions and monitoring cash balances to ensure sufficient liquidity. • Oversee monthly cash banking of donations and rental income. • Prepare timely and accurate monthly management accounts including variance analysis. Journals to include prepayments, accruals, bank, credit card and cash reconciliations, depreciation and maintenance of the fixed asset register. • Update and maintain the cashflow forecast and provide commentary on key movements. • Monitor financial performance against approved budgets and report findings to the CEO and Trustees. • Prepare the Trial Balance and supporting schedules for year-end accounts and act as the main point of contact with external auditors. • Maintain and develop effective financial systems, processes and controls in line with Charity Commission guidance and good practice. 2. Budgeting and Forecasting • Support the annual budgeting process, working closely with the CEO and Treasurer to develop realistic budgets aligned to strategic priorities. • Produce periodic reforecasts and assist with multi-year financial planning as required. • Provide financial input to support new initiatives, funding applications and business planning. 3. Income and Expenditure Oversight • Oversee all income streams including grants, contracts, donations, trading income and fundraising activity. • Ensure accurate fund accounting and correct allocation of restricted and unrestricted funds. • Support fundraising and business development activity by providing financial information for funding bids and reports. • Monitor expenditure and support value for money through effective supplier and cost management. 4. Payroll and Pensions • Prepare and review information for the outsourced monthly payroll. • Manage monthly pension uploads and ensure compliance with auto-enrolment requirements. • Ensure compliance with PAYE, National Insurance and pension regulations. • Maintain accurate staff cost reporting and support SMT with salary reviews and cost projections. 5. Compliance and Governance • Support compliance with financial, legal and regulatory requirements including HMRC, Charity Commission and Companies House. • Prepare financial papers and summary reports for the Board of Trustees and relevant committees including Audit and Risk. • Assist with the maintenance and review of financial policies and procedures, incorporating audit recommendations. • Contribute to risk management processes including financial risks and reserves monitoring. 6. Systems and Process Improvement • Manage and develop the QuickBooks accounting system. • Identify opportunities to streamline finance processes and improve efficiency and accuracy. • Ensure appropriate data protection and cyber security controls within finance operations. 7. Teamwork and Collaboration • Provide guidance and support to the Financial Abuse Specialist to ensure accurate recording of financial information. • Work collaboratively with colleagues across the organisation to improve financial understanding and accountability. • Contribute positively to the wider management team and organisational culture. Person Specification Essential • Part-qualified or qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA or equivalent experience). • Experience working in a charity or not-for-profit finance role, including fund accounting. • Good working knowledge of Charity SORP (FRS 102) and charity regulatory requirements. • Strong financial analysis and reporting skills with good Excel capability. • Ability to communicate financial information clearly to non-finance colleagues. • High attention to detail and accuracy. • Strong organisational and time management skills. • Experience using QuickBooks or similar accounting systems. • Commitment to the charity's mission and values. Desirable • Experience supporting audits and liaising with external auditors. • Experience of restricted funds, grant reporting and donor compliance. • Experience mentoring or supporting colleagues. • Experience of Gift Aid. • Familiarity with payment platforms such as PayPal, Zettle or Enthuse. Performance Indicators • Timely and accurate management accounts and forecasts. • Strong compliance with financial regulations and audit requirements. • Positive feedback from auditors, trustees and senior management. • Effective cashflow and reserves monitoring. • Improved financial understanding across the organisation. This role description cannot cover every eventuality or task that may arise within this position and the post holder will be expected to carry out other duties from time to time which are broadly consistent with the role. Other information: Pathway Project is committed to equal opportunities and welcomes diversity across our services. All employees are required to adhere to our Equality & Diversity policies and to challenge discrimination wherever it is appropriate. Safeguarding Statement Pathway Project is committed to safeguarding the vulnerable adults and children who we work with. We have a range of policies and procedures in place to support us to promote a Safeguarding culture and safe working practices. Pathway Project will employ a safer recruitment process which will include disclosure and baring service checks where applicable and references for all posts. We strive to be as inclusive as possible and look to recruit individuals with the right skills, experience and attitude, however . click apply for full job details