Nottingham Trent House (95002), United Kingdom, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Director, Head of Talent Acquisition (Europe) The Head of Talent Acquisition, Europe is a leadership role responsible for leading and executing the end-to-end talent acquisition strategy across the business, with a primary focus on the UK Card, Velocity Black, and Global Payments Network (formally Discover) business units. The core mandate is to ensure the international business secures top-tier, future-ready talent to achieve its ambitious growth targets and maintain market share leadership, while optimising recruitment efficiency and rigorously upholding all regulatory standards related to hiring practices. This role will be the operational and strategic owner of the talent acquisition function in the region. What you'll do 1. Strategic Talent Acquisition Partnership Business Translation: Partner closely with the UK Leadership, US Talent Acquisition and HR Business Partners of UK Card, Velocity Black, and Discover to forecast talent needs, understand market dynamics, and proactively design and implement tailored recruitment programs that directly support and accelerate business outcomes. Workforce Planning & Pipeline: Lead the functional execution of strategic workforce planning for talent acquisition. Anticipate and address future skills gaps, particularly in critical UK segment roles (e.g., analytics, fraud, software engineering) by developing deep, sustained talent pipelines. Recruitment Efficiency & Investment: Own and optimise all key talent acquisition metrics (cost-per-hire, time-to-fill, quality-of-hire, candidate experience). Manage the TA function's investment and budget based on projected business impact and ROI. 2. Talent Acquisition Excellence End-to-End Ownership: Own and drive the complete talent acquisition lifecycle for the UK business segments. Drive a unified strategy that seamlessly links sourcing, screening, hiring, and onboarding processes. Operational Excellence: Oversee the Talent Acquisition team to ensure a hiring pipeline focused on securing top-tier talent. Implement best-in-class recruitment technologies and processes to maximize recruiter productivity and effectiveness. Brand & Sourcing Strategy: Iterate on and execute a compelling employer branding strategy for the region. Lead advanced sourcing strategies to attract passive and diverse candidates for high-demand roles. Talent Integration: Partner with HR Business Partners and Leadership Development teams to ensure newly hired talent is effectively integrated and set up for success and long-term retention. 3. Operational Integrity and Governance Compliance and Risk: Serve as the functional expert for all UK statutory, regulatory, and legislative requirements related to hiring and selection practices. Own and mitigate compliance risks within the talent acquisition process. HR Shared Services Alignment: Collaborate closely with UK HR Shared Services to ensure seamless and efficient delivery of TA operational tasks, including data integrity, reporting, and offer management. Policy & Standards: Establish and maintain robust TA policies and controls that meet the highest standards of corporate governance and ensure a fair, consistent, and equitable hiring process. What we're looking for Senior Talent Acquisition Leadership: Progressive talent acquisition experience operating as a functional Head or Director of Talent Acquisition in a complex, international, and regulated industry (e.g., Financial Services). Functional Mastery & Commercial Acumen: Deep, proven expertise in all facets of the Talent Acquisition function (sourcing, operations, employer branding, analytics). Demonstrated ability to articulate recruitment strategy in financial and business terms (e.g., quantifying the impact of TA on business goals). Enterprise Navigation: Strong ability to navigate and influence enterprise HR functions and global decision-making processes, ensuring the TA strategy is aligned with the parent organisation. International Regulatory Expertise: Proven expertise in navigating multi-jurisdictional employment law and compliance specifically as it relates to recruitment, selection, and hiring within the UK and Europe. Data-Driven Influence: Strong capability in using workforce and TA analytics to diagnose pipeline issues, predict future needs, and drive functional and executive decision-making. Where and how you'll work This is a permanent position and can be based in our Nottingham or London offices. 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 Nottingham or London office 3 days a week on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. Many of our associates have flexible working arrangements, and we're open to talking about an arrangement that works for you. 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. 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 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 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.
Apr 23, 2026
Full time
Nottingham Trent House (95002), United Kingdom, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Director, Head of Talent Acquisition (Europe) The Head of Talent Acquisition, Europe is a leadership role responsible for leading and executing the end-to-end talent acquisition strategy across the business, with a primary focus on the UK Card, Velocity Black, and Global Payments Network (formally Discover) business units. The core mandate is to ensure the international business secures top-tier, future-ready talent to achieve its ambitious growth targets and maintain market share leadership, while optimising recruitment efficiency and rigorously upholding all regulatory standards related to hiring practices. This role will be the operational and strategic owner of the talent acquisition function in the region. What you'll do 1. Strategic Talent Acquisition Partnership Business Translation: Partner closely with the UK Leadership, US Talent Acquisition and HR Business Partners of UK Card, Velocity Black, and Discover to forecast talent needs, understand market dynamics, and proactively design and implement tailored recruitment programs that directly support and accelerate business outcomes. Workforce Planning & Pipeline: Lead the functional execution of strategic workforce planning for talent acquisition. Anticipate and address future skills gaps, particularly in critical UK segment roles (e.g., analytics, fraud, software engineering) by developing deep, sustained talent pipelines. Recruitment Efficiency & Investment: Own and optimise all key talent acquisition metrics (cost-per-hire, time-to-fill, quality-of-hire, candidate experience). Manage the TA function's investment and budget based on projected business impact and ROI. 2. Talent Acquisition Excellence End-to-End Ownership: Own and drive the complete talent acquisition lifecycle for the UK business segments. Drive a unified strategy that seamlessly links sourcing, screening, hiring, and onboarding processes. Operational Excellence: Oversee the Talent Acquisition team to ensure a hiring pipeline focused on securing top-tier talent. Implement best-in-class recruitment technologies and processes to maximize recruiter productivity and effectiveness. Brand & Sourcing Strategy: Iterate on and execute a compelling employer branding strategy for the region. Lead advanced sourcing strategies to attract passive and diverse candidates for high-demand roles. Talent Integration: Partner with HR Business Partners and Leadership Development teams to ensure newly hired talent is effectively integrated and set up for success and long-term retention. 3. Operational Integrity and Governance Compliance and Risk: Serve as the functional expert for all UK statutory, regulatory, and legislative requirements related to hiring and selection practices. Own and mitigate compliance risks within the talent acquisition process. HR Shared Services Alignment: Collaborate closely with UK HR Shared Services to ensure seamless and efficient delivery of TA operational tasks, including data integrity, reporting, and offer management. Policy & Standards: Establish and maintain robust TA policies and controls that meet the highest standards of corporate governance and ensure a fair, consistent, and equitable hiring process. What we're looking for Senior Talent Acquisition Leadership: Progressive talent acquisition experience operating as a functional Head or Director of Talent Acquisition in a complex, international, and regulated industry (e.g., Financial Services). Functional Mastery & Commercial Acumen: Deep, proven expertise in all facets of the Talent Acquisition function (sourcing, operations, employer branding, analytics). Demonstrated ability to articulate recruitment strategy in financial and business terms (e.g., quantifying the impact of TA on business goals). Enterprise Navigation: Strong ability to navigate and influence enterprise HR functions and global decision-making processes, ensuring the TA strategy is aligned with the parent organisation. International Regulatory Expertise: Proven expertise in navigating multi-jurisdictional employment law and compliance specifically as it relates to recruitment, selection, and hiring within the UK and Europe. Data-Driven Influence: Strong capability in using workforce and TA analytics to diagnose pipeline issues, predict future needs, and drive functional and executive decision-making. Where and how you'll work This is a permanent position and can be based in our Nottingham or London offices. 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 Nottingham or London office 3 days a week on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. Many of our associates have flexible working arrangements, and we're open to talking about an arrangement that works for you. 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. 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 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 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.
Finance & Operations Manager An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Finance & Operations Manager to play a pivotal role at the heart of the Investor Forum, a leading professional not-for-profit organisation with a small, collaborative team of 9 full-time and part-time employees. This hands-on position offers the chance to lead financial management, budgeting, governance and business operations, working closely with senior leadership to drive organisational success. If you've also worked in the following roles, we'd also like to hear from you: Senior Finance Manager, Financial Controller, Finance Manager & HR Lead, Business Operations Manager SALARY: £50,000 - £60,000 Base Salary + 15% allowance to purchase flexible benefits such as pensions, health and life insurance or to take as cash + Discretionary Bonus + 30 Days Annual Leave plus 8 Days Bank Holiday LOCATION: Hybrid /Central London (NW1) (3 Days per Week from the Office; Tues to Thurs, 2 Days Working from Home; Monday and Friday) JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent WORKING HOURS: 37.5 Hours per Week, Monday to Friday APPLICATION PROCESS: Please send your CV detailing your relevant experience along with a Covering Letter explaining your interest in the role. JOB OVERVIEW We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a Finance & Operations Manager to join the Investor Forum, a respected professional not-for-profit organisation operating at the forefront of investor stewardship and financial services. As a Finance & Operations Manager you will take ownership of financial management, including budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting and audit, alongside overseeing governance, compliance and operational delivery across the organisation. The Finance & Operations Manager will work closely with the Chief Executive Officer and senior stakeholders, supporting strategic decision-making through financial modelling, risk management and effective business operations. This role would suit a proactive Finance & Operations Manager with strong organisational skills, excellent attention to detail and experience using finance systems such as Xero within a professional environment. ABOUT US Established in 2014, the Investor Forum is a not for profit, membership organisation at the forefront of investor stewardship practice in the UK, with a team of 9 full-time and part-time employees. We work with 50+ investment firms across projects, events and engagements, and collaborate with a broad range of stakeholders in the financial services industry. DUTIES Your duties as the Finance & Operations Manager include: Financial Reporting and Analysis: Prepare budgets, cashflow forecasts and financial models Accounts And Audit Management: Oversee year-end accounts and coordinate the audit process Accounts Payable and Receivable: Manage purchase and sales invoices and reconciliations Finance Systems Management: Maintain Xero, including VAT, bank and credit card reconciliations Supplier and Vendor Management: Manage third-party providers including IT, HR and professional services Reporting and oversight: Prepare reports, agendas and minutes for board operating committee meetings Operational Management: Ensure smooth day-to-day running of office and business operations Risk and Compliance: Maintain risk register, internal controls and business continuity processes HR Administration: Oversee payroll, policies, recruitment and employee lifecycle activities Insurance and Policy Management: Maintain organisational insurance and policy frameworks CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS ESSENTIAL Previous experience in a finance manager, financial controller or similar finance and operations role Strong financial management skills including budgeting, forecasting, cashflow and financial reporting Experience with accounting software such as Xero and strong Microsoft Excel skills Excellent organisational and planning skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities Strong communication skills with high attention to detail Proven ability to work independently and within a small team environment Experience supporting audits, compliance and governance processes Strong stakeholder and supplier management skills DESIRABLE Bookkeeping or accounting qualification Experience within a not-for-profit, membership or SME environment Interest in financial services, capital markets or investor relations NO AGENCIES PLEASE HOW TO APPLY To be considered for this job vacancy, please submit your CV and Covering Letter to our Recruitment Team who will review your details. JOB REF: AWDO-P14621 This job is being advertised by AWD online on behalf of The Investor Forum AWD-IN-SPJ
Apr 23, 2026
Full time
Finance & Operations Manager An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Finance & Operations Manager to play a pivotal role at the heart of the Investor Forum, a leading professional not-for-profit organisation with a small, collaborative team of 9 full-time and part-time employees. This hands-on position offers the chance to lead financial management, budgeting, governance and business operations, working closely with senior leadership to drive organisational success. If you've also worked in the following roles, we'd also like to hear from you: Senior Finance Manager, Financial Controller, Finance Manager & HR Lead, Business Operations Manager SALARY: £50,000 - £60,000 Base Salary + 15% allowance to purchase flexible benefits such as pensions, health and life insurance or to take as cash + Discretionary Bonus + 30 Days Annual Leave plus 8 Days Bank Holiday LOCATION: Hybrid /Central London (NW1) (3 Days per Week from the Office; Tues to Thurs, 2 Days Working from Home; Monday and Friday) JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent WORKING HOURS: 37.5 Hours per Week, Monday to Friday APPLICATION PROCESS: Please send your CV detailing your relevant experience along with a Covering Letter explaining your interest in the role. JOB OVERVIEW We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a Finance & Operations Manager to join the Investor Forum, a respected professional not-for-profit organisation operating at the forefront of investor stewardship and financial services. As a Finance & Operations Manager you will take ownership of financial management, including budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting and audit, alongside overseeing governance, compliance and operational delivery across the organisation. The Finance & Operations Manager will work closely with the Chief Executive Officer and senior stakeholders, supporting strategic decision-making through financial modelling, risk management and effective business operations. This role would suit a proactive Finance & Operations Manager with strong organisational skills, excellent attention to detail and experience using finance systems such as Xero within a professional environment. ABOUT US Established in 2014, the Investor Forum is a not for profit, membership organisation at the forefront of investor stewardship practice in the UK, with a team of 9 full-time and part-time employees. We work with 50+ investment firms across projects, events and engagements, and collaborate with a broad range of stakeholders in the financial services industry. DUTIES Your duties as the Finance & Operations Manager include: Financial Reporting and Analysis: Prepare budgets, cashflow forecasts and financial models Accounts And Audit Management: Oversee year-end accounts and coordinate the audit process Accounts Payable and Receivable: Manage purchase and sales invoices and reconciliations Finance Systems Management: Maintain Xero, including VAT, bank and credit card reconciliations Supplier and Vendor Management: Manage third-party providers including IT, HR and professional services Reporting and oversight: Prepare reports, agendas and minutes for board operating committee meetings Operational Management: Ensure smooth day-to-day running of office and business operations Risk and Compliance: Maintain risk register, internal controls and business continuity processes HR Administration: Oversee payroll, policies, recruitment and employee lifecycle activities Insurance and Policy Management: Maintain organisational insurance and policy frameworks CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS ESSENTIAL Previous experience in a finance manager, financial controller or similar finance and operations role Strong financial management skills including budgeting, forecasting, cashflow and financial reporting Experience with accounting software such as Xero and strong Microsoft Excel skills Excellent organisational and planning skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities Strong communication skills with high attention to detail Proven ability to work independently and within a small team environment Experience supporting audits, compliance and governance processes Strong stakeholder and supplier management skills DESIRABLE Bookkeeping or accounting qualification Experience within a not-for-profit, membership or SME environment Interest in financial services, capital markets or investor relations NO AGENCIES PLEASE HOW TO APPLY To be considered for this job vacancy, please submit your CV and Covering Letter to our Recruitment Team who will review your details. JOB REF: AWDO-P14621 This job is being advertised by AWD online on behalf of The Investor Forum AWD-IN-SPJ
Whitgift is a leading independent day and boarding school offering world-class education to over 1,500 boys aged 10 to 18. Located within 45 acres of magnificent parkland in South Croydon, London, it is part of the John Whitgift Foundation. The School provides an excellent all-around education with a strong focus on academic achievement, personal development and co-curricular involvement within a culturally, economically and ethnically diverse community. With a turnover of £40M, Whitgift is a substantial organisation. This is an outstanding opportunity for an inspiring, collegiate and ambitious leader to drive the business functions of Whitgift, building upon what is already excellent at a highly successful School within a strong and supportive charitable foundation. Reporting to the new Headmaster, and working with the Governors and the Executive Team, the new COO will act as the School's commercial adviser, shaping and implementing the next phase of its strategic development, including further international expansion, whilst ensuring its continued operational and financial success. The COO will lead a diverse team of support staff and be responsible for the School's finance, estates, operations, catering, cleaning and commercial activities. Candidates will have a proven track record of executive leadership, commercial success and financial control, balancing the needs and challenges of large complex organisations, managing resources, delivering results, thinking strategically, and inspiring, motivating and developing high-functioning teams. Outstanding communication skills and the ability to navigate complex relationships, as well as execute initiatives and deliver projects, are essential. The role requires ambition, rigour, energy and resilience complemented by empathetic, inclusive and authentic leadership and exceptional interpersonal abilities. Prior experience in the education sector is not a prerequisite, and applications are encouraged from candidates with commercial, charitable, private-sector and public-sector backgrounds. The successful candidate must, however, demonstrate empathy with independent education and a commitment to the School and Foundation's aims and ethos. An attractive remuneration package, including fee remission, will be available for the successful candidate. Interested candidates are invited to contact RSAcademics to arrange an informal and confidential discussion about the role: Nina Lambert, Head of Professional Services Appointments: For more information about the role and details of how to apply, please visit Closing date: 10.00am on Monday, 18th May 2026. Whitgift School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure & Barring Service. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020. The safeguarding responsibilities of this post are detailed in the candidate information brochure. RSAcademics is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and to promoting diversity and inclusion in schools.
Apr 23, 2026
Full time
Whitgift is a leading independent day and boarding school offering world-class education to over 1,500 boys aged 10 to 18. Located within 45 acres of magnificent parkland in South Croydon, London, it is part of the John Whitgift Foundation. The School provides an excellent all-around education with a strong focus on academic achievement, personal development and co-curricular involvement within a culturally, economically and ethnically diverse community. With a turnover of £40M, Whitgift is a substantial organisation. This is an outstanding opportunity for an inspiring, collegiate and ambitious leader to drive the business functions of Whitgift, building upon what is already excellent at a highly successful School within a strong and supportive charitable foundation. Reporting to the new Headmaster, and working with the Governors and the Executive Team, the new COO will act as the School's commercial adviser, shaping and implementing the next phase of its strategic development, including further international expansion, whilst ensuring its continued operational and financial success. The COO will lead a diverse team of support staff and be responsible for the School's finance, estates, operations, catering, cleaning and commercial activities. Candidates will have a proven track record of executive leadership, commercial success and financial control, balancing the needs and challenges of large complex organisations, managing resources, delivering results, thinking strategically, and inspiring, motivating and developing high-functioning teams. Outstanding communication skills and the ability to navigate complex relationships, as well as execute initiatives and deliver projects, are essential. The role requires ambition, rigour, energy and resilience complemented by empathetic, inclusive and authentic leadership and exceptional interpersonal abilities. Prior experience in the education sector is not a prerequisite, and applications are encouraged from candidates with commercial, charitable, private-sector and public-sector backgrounds. The successful candidate must, however, demonstrate empathy with independent education and a commitment to the School and Foundation's aims and ethos. An attractive remuneration package, including fee remission, will be available for the successful candidate. Interested candidates are invited to contact RSAcademics to arrange an informal and confidential discussion about the role: Nina Lambert, Head of Professional Services Appointments: For more information about the role and details of how to apply, please visit Closing date: 10.00am on Monday, 18th May 2026. Whitgift School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure & Barring Service. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020. The safeguarding responsibilities of this post are detailed in the candidate information brochure. RSAcademics is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and to promoting diversity and inclusion in schools.
Nottingham Trent House (95002), United Kingdom, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Director, Head of Talent Acquisition (Europe) The Head of Talent Acquisition, Europe is a leadership role responsible for leading and executing the end-to-end talent acquisition strategy across the business, with a primary focus on the UK Card, Velocity Black, and Global Payments Network (formally Discover) business units. The core mandate is to ensure the international business secures top-tier, future-ready talent to achieve its ambitious growth targets and maintain market share leadership, while optimising recruitment efficiency and rigorously upholding all regulatory standards related to hiring practices. This role will be the operational and strategic owner of the talent acquisition function in the region. What you'll do 1. Strategic Talent Acquisition Partnership Business Translation: Partner closely with the UK Leadership, US Talent Acquisition and HR Business Partners of UK Card, Velocity Black, and Discover to forecast talent needs, understand market dynamics, and proactively design and implement tailored recruitment programs that directly support and accelerate business outcomes. Workforce Planning & Pipeline: Lead the functional execution of strategic workforce planning for talent acquisition. Anticipate and address future skills gaps, particularly in critical UK segment roles (e.g., analytics, fraud, software engineering) by developing deep, sustained talent pipelines. Recruitment Efficiency & Investment: Own and optimise all key talent acquisition metrics (cost-per-hire, time-to-fill, quality-of-hire, candidate experience). Manage the TA function's investment and budget based on projected business impact and ROI. 2. Talent Acquisition Excellence End-to-End Ownership: Own and drive the complete talent acquisition lifecycle for the UK business segments. Drive a unified strategy that seamlessly links sourcing, screening, hiring, and onboarding processes. Operational Excellence: Oversee the Talent Acquisition team to ensure a hiring pipeline focused on securing top-tier talent. Implement best-in-class recruitment technologies and processes to maximize recruiter productivity and effectiveness. Brand & Sourcing Strategy: Iterate on and execute a compelling employer branding strategy for the region. Lead advanced sourcing strategies to attract passive and diverse candidates for high-demand roles. Talent Integration: Partner with HR Business Partners and Leadership Development teams to ensure newly hired talent is effectively integrated and set up for success and long-term retention. 3. Operational Integrity and Governance Compliance and Risk: Serve as the functional expert for all UK statutory, regulatory, and legislative requirements related to hiring and selection practices. Own and mitigate compliance risks within the talent acquisition process. HR Shared Services Alignment: Collaborate closely with UK HR Shared Services to ensure seamless and efficient delivery of TA operational tasks, including data integrity, reporting, and offer management. Policy & Standards: Establish and maintain robust TA policies and controls that meet the highest standards of corporate governance and ensure a fair, consistent, and equitable hiring process. What we're looking for Senior Talent Acquisition Leadership: Progressive talent acquisition experience operating as a functional Head or Director of Talent Acquisition in a complex, international, and regulated industry (e.g., Financial Services). Functional Mastery & Commercial Acumen: Deep, proven expertise in all facets of the Talent Acquisition function (sourcing, operations, employer branding, analytics). Demonstrated ability to articulate recruitment strategy in financial and business terms (e.g., quantifying the impact of TA on business goals). Enterprise Navigation: Strong ability to navigate and influence enterprise HR functions and global decision-making processes, ensuring the TA strategy is aligned with the parent organisation. International Regulatory Expertise: Proven expertise in navigating multi-jurisdictional employment law and compliance specifically as it relates to recruitment, selection, and hiring within the UK and Europe. Data-Driven Influence: Strong capability in using workforce and TA analytics to diagnose pipeline issues, predict future needs, and drive functional and executive decision-making. Where and how you'll work This is a permanent position and can be based in our Nottingham or London offices. 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 Nottingham or London office 3 days a week on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. Many of our associates have flexible working arrangements, and we're open to talking about an arrangement that works for you. 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. 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 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 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.
Apr 23, 2026
Full time
Nottingham Trent House (95002), United Kingdom, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Director, Head of Talent Acquisition (Europe) The Head of Talent Acquisition, Europe is a leadership role responsible for leading and executing the end-to-end talent acquisition strategy across the business, with a primary focus on the UK Card, Velocity Black, and Global Payments Network (formally Discover) business units. The core mandate is to ensure the international business secures top-tier, future-ready talent to achieve its ambitious growth targets and maintain market share leadership, while optimising recruitment efficiency and rigorously upholding all regulatory standards related to hiring practices. This role will be the operational and strategic owner of the talent acquisition function in the region. What you'll do 1. Strategic Talent Acquisition Partnership Business Translation: Partner closely with the UK Leadership, US Talent Acquisition and HR Business Partners of UK Card, Velocity Black, and Discover to forecast talent needs, understand market dynamics, and proactively design and implement tailored recruitment programs that directly support and accelerate business outcomes. Workforce Planning & Pipeline: Lead the functional execution of strategic workforce planning for talent acquisition. Anticipate and address future skills gaps, particularly in critical UK segment roles (e.g., analytics, fraud, software engineering) by developing deep, sustained talent pipelines. Recruitment Efficiency & Investment: Own and optimise all key talent acquisition metrics (cost-per-hire, time-to-fill, quality-of-hire, candidate experience). Manage the TA function's investment and budget based on projected business impact and ROI. 2. Talent Acquisition Excellence End-to-End Ownership: Own and drive the complete talent acquisition lifecycle for the UK business segments. Drive a unified strategy that seamlessly links sourcing, screening, hiring, and onboarding processes. Operational Excellence: Oversee the Talent Acquisition team to ensure a hiring pipeline focused on securing top-tier talent. Implement best-in-class recruitment technologies and processes to maximize recruiter productivity and effectiveness. Brand & Sourcing Strategy: Iterate on and execute a compelling employer branding strategy for the region. Lead advanced sourcing strategies to attract passive and diverse candidates for high-demand roles. Talent Integration: Partner with HR Business Partners and Leadership Development teams to ensure newly hired talent is effectively integrated and set up for success and long-term retention. 3. Operational Integrity and Governance Compliance and Risk: Serve as the functional expert for all UK statutory, regulatory, and legislative requirements related to hiring and selection practices. Own and mitigate compliance risks within the talent acquisition process. HR Shared Services Alignment: Collaborate closely with UK HR Shared Services to ensure seamless and efficient delivery of TA operational tasks, including data integrity, reporting, and offer management. Policy & Standards: Establish and maintain robust TA policies and controls that meet the highest standards of corporate governance and ensure a fair, consistent, and equitable hiring process. What we're looking for Senior Talent Acquisition Leadership: Progressive talent acquisition experience operating as a functional Head or Director of Talent Acquisition in a complex, international, and regulated industry (e.g., Financial Services). Functional Mastery & Commercial Acumen: Deep, proven expertise in all facets of the Talent Acquisition function (sourcing, operations, employer branding, analytics). Demonstrated ability to articulate recruitment strategy in financial and business terms (e.g., quantifying the impact of TA on business goals). Enterprise Navigation: Strong ability to navigate and influence enterprise HR functions and global decision-making processes, ensuring the TA strategy is aligned with the parent organisation. International Regulatory Expertise: Proven expertise in navigating multi-jurisdictional employment law and compliance specifically as it relates to recruitment, selection, and hiring within the UK and Europe. Data-Driven Influence: Strong capability in using workforce and TA analytics to diagnose pipeline issues, predict future needs, and drive functional and executive decision-making. Where and how you'll work This is a permanent position and can be based in our Nottingham or London offices. 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 Nottingham or London office 3 days a week on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. Many of our associates have flexible working arrangements, and we're open to talking about an arrangement that works for you. 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. 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 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 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.
Nottingham Trent House (95002), United Kingdom, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Director, Head of Talent Acquisition (Europe) The Head of Talent Acquisition, Europe is a leadership role responsible for leading and executing the end-to-end talent acquisition strategy across the business, with a primary focus on the UK Card, Velocity Black, and Global Payments Network (formally Discover) business units. The core mandate is to ensure the international business secures top-tier, future-ready talent to achieve its ambitious growth targets and maintain market share leadership, while optimising recruitment efficiency and rigorously upholding all regulatory standards related to hiring practices. This role will be the operational and strategic owner of the talent acquisition function in the region. What you'll do 1. Strategic Talent Acquisition Partnership Business Translation: Partner closely with the UK Leadership, US Talent Acquisition and HR Business Partners of UK Card, Velocity Black, and Discover to forecast talent needs, understand market dynamics, and proactively design and implement tailored recruitment programs that directly support and accelerate business outcomes. Workforce Planning & Pipeline: Lead the functional execution of strategic workforce planning for talent acquisition. Anticipate and address future skills gaps, particularly in critical UK segment roles (e.g., analytics, fraud, software engineering) by developing deep, sustained talent pipelines. Recruitment Efficiency & Investment: Own and optimise all key talent acquisition metrics (cost-per-hire, time-to-fill, quality-of-hire, candidate experience). Manage the TA function's investment and budget based on projected business impact and ROI. 2. Talent Acquisition Excellence End-to-End Ownership: Own and drive the complete talent acquisition lifecycle for the UK business segments. Drive a unified strategy that seamlessly links sourcing, screening, hiring, and onboarding processes. Operational Excellence: Oversee the Talent Acquisition team to ensure a hiring pipeline focused on securing top-tier talent. Implement best-in-class recruitment technologies and processes to maximize recruiter productivity and effectiveness. Brand & Sourcing Strategy: Iterate on and execute a compelling employer branding strategy for the region. Lead advanced sourcing strategies to attract passive and diverse candidates for high-demand roles. Talent Integration: Partner with HR Business Partners and Leadership Development teams to ensure newly hired talent is effectively integrated and set up for success and long-term retention. 3. Operational Integrity and Governance Compliance and Risk: Serve as the functional expert for all UK statutory, regulatory, and legislative requirements related to hiring and selection practices. Own and mitigate compliance risks within the talent acquisition process. HR Shared Services Alignment: Collaborate closely with UK HR Shared Services to ensure seamless and efficient delivery of TA operational tasks, including data integrity, reporting, and offer management. Policy & Standards: Establish and maintain robust TA policies and controls that meet the highest standards of corporate governance and ensure a fair, consistent, and equitable hiring process. What we're looking for Senior Talent Acquisition Leadership: Progressive talent acquisition experience operating as a functional Head or Director of Talent Acquisition in a complex, international, and regulated industry (e.g., Financial Services). Functional Mastery & Commercial Acumen: Deep, proven expertise in all facets of the Talent Acquisition function (sourcing, operations, employer branding, analytics). Demonstrated ability to articulate recruitment strategy in financial and business terms (e.g., quantifying the impact of TA on business goals). Enterprise Navigation: Strong ability to navigate and influence enterprise HR functions and global decision-making processes, ensuring the TA strategy is aligned with the parent organisation. International Regulatory Expertise: Proven expertise in navigating multi-jurisdictional employment law and compliance specifically as it relates to recruitment, selection, and hiring within the UK and Europe. Data-Driven Influence: Strong capability in using workforce and TA analytics to diagnose pipeline issues, predict future needs, and drive functional and executive decision-making. Where and how you'll work This is a permanent position and can be based in our Nottingham or London offices. 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 Nottingham or London office 3 days a week on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. Many of our associates have flexible working arrangements, and we're open to talking about an arrangement that works for you. 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. 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 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 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.
Apr 22, 2026
Full time
Nottingham Trent House (95002), United Kingdom, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Director, Head of Talent Acquisition (Europe) The Head of Talent Acquisition, Europe is a leadership role responsible for leading and executing the end-to-end talent acquisition strategy across the business, with a primary focus on the UK Card, Velocity Black, and Global Payments Network (formally Discover) business units. The core mandate is to ensure the international business secures top-tier, future-ready talent to achieve its ambitious growth targets and maintain market share leadership, while optimising recruitment efficiency and rigorously upholding all regulatory standards related to hiring practices. This role will be the operational and strategic owner of the talent acquisition function in the region. What you'll do 1. Strategic Talent Acquisition Partnership Business Translation: Partner closely with the UK Leadership, US Talent Acquisition and HR Business Partners of UK Card, Velocity Black, and Discover to forecast talent needs, understand market dynamics, and proactively design and implement tailored recruitment programs that directly support and accelerate business outcomes. Workforce Planning & Pipeline: Lead the functional execution of strategic workforce planning for talent acquisition. Anticipate and address future skills gaps, particularly in critical UK segment roles (e.g., analytics, fraud, software engineering) by developing deep, sustained talent pipelines. Recruitment Efficiency & Investment: Own and optimise all key talent acquisition metrics (cost-per-hire, time-to-fill, quality-of-hire, candidate experience). Manage the TA function's investment and budget based on projected business impact and ROI. 2. Talent Acquisition Excellence End-to-End Ownership: Own and drive the complete talent acquisition lifecycle for the UK business segments. Drive a unified strategy that seamlessly links sourcing, screening, hiring, and onboarding processes. Operational Excellence: Oversee the Talent Acquisition team to ensure a hiring pipeline focused on securing top-tier talent. Implement best-in-class recruitment technologies and processes to maximize recruiter productivity and effectiveness. Brand & Sourcing Strategy: Iterate on and execute a compelling employer branding strategy for the region. Lead advanced sourcing strategies to attract passive and diverse candidates for high-demand roles. Talent Integration: Partner with HR Business Partners and Leadership Development teams to ensure newly hired talent is effectively integrated and set up for success and long-term retention. 3. Operational Integrity and Governance Compliance and Risk: Serve as the functional expert for all UK statutory, regulatory, and legislative requirements related to hiring and selection practices. Own and mitigate compliance risks within the talent acquisition process. HR Shared Services Alignment: Collaborate closely with UK HR Shared Services to ensure seamless and efficient delivery of TA operational tasks, including data integrity, reporting, and offer management. Policy & Standards: Establish and maintain robust TA policies and controls that meet the highest standards of corporate governance and ensure a fair, consistent, and equitable hiring process. What we're looking for Senior Talent Acquisition Leadership: Progressive talent acquisition experience operating as a functional Head or Director of Talent Acquisition in a complex, international, and regulated industry (e.g., Financial Services). Functional Mastery & Commercial Acumen: Deep, proven expertise in all facets of the Talent Acquisition function (sourcing, operations, employer branding, analytics). Demonstrated ability to articulate recruitment strategy in financial and business terms (e.g., quantifying the impact of TA on business goals). Enterprise Navigation: Strong ability to navigate and influence enterprise HR functions and global decision-making processes, ensuring the TA strategy is aligned with the parent organisation. International Regulatory Expertise: Proven expertise in navigating multi-jurisdictional employment law and compliance specifically as it relates to recruitment, selection, and hiring within the UK and Europe. Data-Driven Influence: Strong capability in using workforce and TA analytics to diagnose pipeline issues, predict future needs, and drive functional and executive decision-making. Where and how you'll work This is a permanent position and can be based in our Nottingham or London offices. 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 Nottingham or London office 3 days a week on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. Many of our associates have flexible working arrangements, and we're open to talking about an arrangement that works for you. 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. 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 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 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.
Nottingham Trent House (95002), United Kingdom, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Director, Head of Talent Acquisition (Europe) The Head of Talent Acquisition, Europe is a leadership role responsible for leading and executing the end-to-end talent acquisition strategy across the business, with a primary focus on the UK Card, Velocity Black, and Global Payments Network (formally Discover) business units. The core mandate is to ensure the international business secures top-tier, future-ready talent to achieve its ambitious growth targets and maintain market share leadership, while optimising recruitment efficiency and rigorously upholding all regulatory standards related to hiring practices. This role will be the operational and strategic owner of the talent acquisition function in the region. What you'll do 1. Strategic Talent Acquisition Partnership Business Translation: Partner closely with the UK Leadership, US Talent Acquisition and HR Business Partners of UK Card, Velocity Black, and Discover to forecast talent needs, understand market dynamics, and proactively design and implement tailored recruitment programs that directly support and accelerate business outcomes. Workforce Planning & Pipeline: Lead the functional execution of strategic workforce planning for talent acquisition. Anticipate and address future skills gaps, particularly in critical UK segment roles (e.g., analytics, fraud, software engineering) by developing deep, sustained talent pipelines. Recruitment Efficiency & Investment: Own and optimise all key talent acquisition metrics (cost-per-hire, time-to-fill, quality-of-hire, candidate experience). Manage the TA function's investment and budget based on projected business impact and ROI. 2. Talent Acquisition Excellence End-to-End Ownership: Own and drive the complete talent acquisition lifecycle for the UK business segments. Drive a unified strategy that seamlessly links sourcing, screening, hiring, and onboarding processes. Operational Excellence: Oversee the Talent Acquisition team to ensure a hiring pipeline focused on securing top-tier talent. Implement best-in-class recruitment technologies and processes to maximize recruiter productivity and effectiveness. Brand & Sourcing Strategy: Iterate on and execute a compelling employer branding strategy for the region. Lead advanced sourcing strategies to attract passive and diverse candidates for high-demand roles. Talent Integration: Partner with HR Business Partners and Leadership Development teams to ensure newly hired talent is effectively integrated and set up for success and long-term retention. 3. Operational Integrity and Governance Compliance and Risk: Serve as the functional expert for all UK statutory, regulatory, and legislative requirements related to hiring and selection practices. Own and mitigate compliance risks within the talent acquisition process. HR Shared Services Alignment: Collaborate closely with UK HR Shared Services to ensure seamless and efficient delivery of TA operational tasks, including data integrity, reporting, and offer management. Policy & Standards: Establish and maintain robust TA policies and controls that meet the highest standards of corporate governance and ensure a fair, consistent, and equitable hiring process. What we're looking for Senior Talent Acquisition Leadership: Progressive talent acquisition experience operating as a functional Head or Director of Talent Acquisition in a complex, international, and regulated industry (e.g., Financial Services). Functional Mastery & Commercial Acumen: Deep, proven expertise in all facets of the Talent Acquisition function (sourcing, operations, employer branding, analytics). Demonstrated ability to articulate recruitment strategy in financial and business terms (e.g., quantifying the impact of TA on business goals). Enterprise Navigation: Strong ability to navigate and influence enterprise HR functions and global decision-making processes, ensuring the TA strategy is aligned with the parent organisation. International Regulatory Expertise: Proven expertise in navigating multi-jurisdictional employment law and compliance specifically as it relates to recruitment, selection, and hiring within the UK and Europe. Data-Driven Influence: Strong capability in using workforce and TA analytics to diagnose pipeline issues, predict future needs, and drive functional and executive decision-making. Where and how you'll work This is a permanent position and can be based in our Nottingham or London offices. 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 Nottingham or London office 3 days a week on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. Many of our associates have flexible working arrangements, and we're open to talking about an arrangement that works for you. 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. 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 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 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.
Apr 22, 2026
Full time
Nottingham Trent House (95002), United Kingdom, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Director, Head of Talent Acquisition (Europe) The Head of Talent Acquisition, Europe is a leadership role responsible for leading and executing the end-to-end talent acquisition strategy across the business, with a primary focus on the UK Card, Velocity Black, and Global Payments Network (formally Discover) business units. The core mandate is to ensure the international business secures top-tier, future-ready talent to achieve its ambitious growth targets and maintain market share leadership, while optimising recruitment efficiency and rigorously upholding all regulatory standards related to hiring practices. This role will be the operational and strategic owner of the talent acquisition function in the region. What you'll do 1. Strategic Talent Acquisition Partnership Business Translation: Partner closely with the UK Leadership, US Talent Acquisition and HR Business Partners of UK Card, Velocity Black, and Discover to forecast talent needs, understand market dynamics, and proactively design and implement tailored recruitment programs that directly support and accelerate business outcomes. Workforce Planning & Pipeline: Lead the functional execution of strategic workforce planning for talent acquisition. Anticipate and address future skills gaps, particularly in critical UK segment roles (e.g., analytics, fraud, software engineering) by developing deep, sustained talent pipelines. Recruitment Efficiency & Investment: Own and optimise all key talent acquisition metrics (cost-per-hire, time-to-fill, quality-of-hire, candidate experience). Manage the TA function's investment and budget based on projected business impact and ROI. 2. Talent Acquisition Excellence End-to-End Ownership: Own and drive the complete talent acquisition lifecycle for the UK business segments. Drive a unified strategy that seamlessly links sourcing, screening, hiring, and onboarding processes. Operational Excellence: Oversee the Talent Acquisition team to ensure a hiring pipeline focused on securing top-tier talent. Implement best-in-class recruitment technologies and processes to maximize recruiter productivity and effectiveness. Brand & Sourcing Strategy: Iterate on and execute a compelling employer branding strategy for the region. Lead advanced sourcing strategies to attract passive and diverse candidates for high-demand roles. Talent Integration: Partner with HR Business Partners and Leadership Development teams to ensure newly hired talent is effectively integrated and set up for success and long-term retention. 3. Operational Integrity and Governance Compliance and Risk: Serve as the functional expert for all UK statutory, regulatory, and legislative requirements related to hiring and selection practices. Own and mitigate compliance risks within the talent acquisition process. HR Shared Services Alignment: Collaborate closely with UK HR Shared Services to ensure seamless and efficient delivery of TA operational tasks, including data integrity, reporting, and offer management. Policy & Standards: Establish and maintain robust TA policies and controls that meet the highest standards of corporate governance and ensure a fair, consistent, and equitable hiring process. What we're looking for Senior Talent Acquisition Leadership: Progressive talent acquisition experience operating as a functional Head or Director of Talent Acquisition in a complex, international, and regulated industry (e.g., Financial Services). Functional Mastery & Commercial Acumen: Deep, proven expertise in all facets of the Talent Acquisition function (sourcing, operations, employer branding, analytics). Demonstrated ability to articulate recruitment strategy in financial and business terms (e.g., quantifying the impact of TA on business goals). Enterprise Navigation: Strong ability to navigate and influence enterprise HR functions and global decision-making processes, ensuring the TA strategy is aligned with the parent organisation. International Regulatory Expertise: Proven expertise in navigating multi-jurisdictional employment law and compliance specifically as it relates to recruitment, selection, and hiring within the UK and Europe. Data-Driven Influence: Strong capability in using workforce and TA analytics to diagnose pipeline issues, predict future needs, and drive functional and executive decision-making. Where and how you'll work This is a permanent position and can be based in our Nottingham or London offices. 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 Nottingham or London office 3 days a week on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. Many of our associates have flexible working arrangements, and we're open to talking about an arrangement that works for you. 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. 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 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 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.
Capital One (Europe) Plc
Nottingham, Nottinghamshire
Nottingham Trent House (95002), United Kingdom, Nottingham, NottinghamshireHead of Brand Marketing and PR (12 month contract) We're looking for a visionary Brand leader to lead Capital One UK's Brand Marketing team for a 12 month contract. You'll lead a talented team of marketers, covering brand strategy, creative, media planning, consumer and corporate PR and social media, while working closely with cross-functional teams and agencies to define and execute our brand vision. This role is key to shaping and influencing how people view Capital One externally: growing awareness of Capital One in the UK, our products and building our reputation through an integrated communications plan. You're an exciting, creative, and passionate brand leader with a keen creative eye, who's not afraid to be strategically bold whilst intellectually rigorous, and who knows how to get the best out of their team to ensure Capital One's brand is loved by the world as much as it's loved by its associates. What You'll Do Set the strategy and the tone for our brand team - creating direction and energy Craft a clear positioning for Capital One as a brand that places us well in the marketplace, using your diverse background of brand building to lead this work internally. Amplify Capital One's brand by setting the 12 month plan for UK brand activity, leveraging your expertise to create a plan to improve awareness and preference, whilst adhering to International Brand Governance Standards. Lead planning and campaign development, as well as consumer-facing communications. Develop an exciting team of marketing professionals in a high-performance environment. Drive ownership of the Capital One brand image and guard our brand identity internally. You'll support External Affairs colleagues in managing reputational risk, both proactively and reactively - including advising C Suite and international partners, collaborating with internal teams to get to the best possible outcomes and ultimately protect the external reputation of the business. Manage an eight-figure annual budget across media, creative and PR workstreams. Lead the relationships with our brand and PR agencies, delivering the annual program, setting clear KPIs, monitoring and providing strategic rigour to recommendations. What you'll bring Demonstrable experience in a brand / marketing leadership role at a mid to senior level, preferably in house, with a working knowledge of operating within a regulated business including Financial Promotion regulations. Experience in media management and handling unexpected issues, or ability to confidently advise and coach those that do. Ability to be both creative and analytical - so you're able to coach a team to develop creative marketing campaigns that are grounded in insight and navigate data to articulate their effectiveness. A history of building successful brands while maintaining a strong, consistent consumer voice, through brand positioning, ATL advertising and owned media content. A team player and invested in creating a culture of curiosity. You care about your team and developing their careers. A strong communicator, both written and verbal - including with senior stakeholders. Excellent relationship building skills with the ability to work collaboratively and build trusted relationships with internal and external stakeholders. You'll have experience of working with external agencies as an extension of your team. Strong judgement and understanding of the internal and external landscape, and an ability to bring the outside in to look objectively at situations and advise on reputational risk mitigation. Preferred but not essential - CIPR/CIM qualified. Where and how you'll work This is a temporary (12 month fixed term) position based in either our Nottingham or 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 one of our offices 3 days a week on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. If you're London based, there will be an expectation that frequent travel to Nottingham will be required. Many of our associates have flexible working arrangements, and we're open to talking about an arrangement that works for you. What's in it for you Bring us all this - and you'll be well rewarded with a role contributing to the strategic direction and 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. 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 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 realise their dreams. Together, we are on a quest to change banking for good.
Apr 22, 2026
Full time
Nottingham Trent House (95002), United Kingdom, Nottingham, NottinghamshireHead of Brand Marketing and PR (12 month contract) We're looking for a visionary Brand leader to lead Capital One UK's Brand Marketing team for a 12 month contract. You'll lead a talented team of marketers, covering brand strategy, creative, media planning, consumer and corporate PR and social media, while working closely with cross-functional teams and agencies to define and execute our brand vision. This role is key to shaping and influencing how people view Capital One externally: growing awareness of Capital One in the UK, our products and building our reputation through an integrated communications plan. You're an exciting, creative, and passionate brand leader with a keen creative eye, who's not afraid to be strategically bold whilst intellectually rigorous, and who knows how to get the best out of their team to ensure Capital One's brand is loved by the world as much as it's loved by its associates. What You'll Do Set the strategy and the tone for our brand team - creating direction and energy Craft a clear positioning for Capital One as a brand that places us well in the marketplace, using your diverse background of brand building to lead this work internally. Amplify Capital One's brand by setting the 12 month plan for UK brand activity, leveraging your expertise to create a plan to improve awareness and preference, whilst adhering to International Brand Governance Standards. Lead planning and campaign development, as well as consumer-facing communications. Develop an exciting team of marketing professionals in a high-performance environment. Drive ownership of the Capital One brand image and guard our brand identity internally. You'll support External Affairs colleagues in managing reputational risk, both proactively and reactively - including advising C Suite and international partners, collaborating with internal teams to get to the best possible outcomes and ultimately protect the external reputation of the business. Manage an eight-figure annual budget across media, creative and PR workstreams. Lead the relationships with our brand and PR agencies, delivering the annual program, setting clear KPIs, monitoring and providing strategic rigour to recommendations. What you'll bring Demonstrable experience in a brand / marketing leadership role at a mid to senior level, preferably in house, with a working knowledge of operating within a regulated business including Financial Promotion regulations. Experience in media management and handling unexpected issues, or ability to confidently advise and coach those that do. Ability to be both creative and analytical - so you're able to coach a team to develop creative marketing campaigns that are grounded in insight and navigate data to articulate their effectiveness. A history of building successful brands while maintaining a strong, consistent consumer voice, through brand positioning, ATL advertising and owned media content. A team player and invested in creating a culture of curiosity. You care about your team and developing their careers. A strong communicator, both written and verbal - including with senior stakeholders. Excellent relationship building skills with the ability to work collaboratively and build trusted relationships with internal and external stakeholders. You'll have experience of working with external agencies as an extension of your team. Strong judgement and understanding of the internal and external landscape, and an ability to bring the outside in to look objectively at situations and advise on reputational risk mitigation. Preferred but not essential - CIPR/CIM qualified. Where and how you'll work This is a temporary (12 month fixed term) position based in either our Nottingham or 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 one of our offices 3 days a week on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. If you're London based, there will be an expectation that frequent travel to Nottingham will be required. Many of our associates have flexible working arrangements, and we're open to talking about an arrangement that works for you. What's in it for you Bring us all this - and you'll be well rewarded with a role contributing to the strategic direction and 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. 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 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 realise their dreams. Together, we are on a quest to change banking for good.
White Collar Factory (95009), United Kingdom, London, London Director of Software Engineering About this role We are looking for a Director of Software Engineering to lead a team of 100+ engineers. We're looking for someone who is results-oriented, able to partner with business leaders and go toe-to-toe with the best engineers on technical rigour. You'll be responsible for all the technologists within a series of our 'outcome teams': established to drive forward business outcomes. You'll be an excellent leader of people and communicator. You'll be able to seamlessly switch from executive-level progress conversations, to diving deep into solutions, to contributing to strategic discussions around roadmaps. You'll be able to provide clear thinking and direction to cut through ambiguity. You'll be able to partner well with the local business leadership team and with enterprise stakeholders; providing objective assessments of the likely cost and risk trade-offs for different solutions, and clear paths forward. What you'll do Leadership of a team of 100+ technologists (Software Engineers and Architects): operating engineering at scale within a complex regulated environment Work together with Product and Design teams on the overall product roadmap for key business capabilities and goals Elevate great talent and ensure you have a clear agenda for development in the team. Actively manage performance across the team to develop talent over time Drive for effective delivery with pace and precision across the different outcome teams Liaising with and managing enterprise stakeholders primarily based in the US, who often have deep expertise on particular domains Manage a team with a blend of associates and third party engineers, and ensure effective oversight of the relevant third parties within the domain. Seek and share the context of the wider organisation, its purpose, commitments and opportunities to enable and engage your team with customer and organisational outcomes Stay up to date with the latest relevant changes in regulation and enterprise process Maintain broad knowledge and awareness of the latest relevant technologies and engineering practices Be a key voice in technical design reviews - ensuring a clear and consistent approach to engineering practices Support the career growth and development of the team What we're looking for You'll have a clear track record of leading large software engineering teams, and a proven track record of driving high performance You'll be able to solve complex challenges across people, process and technology. A high level of intellectual curiosity and comfort with ambiguity is essential. You will have the ability to deep dive on different technology options quickly and provide recommendations on a path forward. You will have excellent critical thinking skills and be able to provide thoughtful and effective counsel to leaders across the business You're passionate about recruiting and developing great engineering talent You'll be able to drive results quickly individually, whilst enabling others through the establishing of clear patterns and practices for engineering teams. You'll possess excellent communication skills, with an ability to adapt and communicate compellingly and with authenticity to any audience (including internal and external stakeholders) You'll be aware of the latest native developments within AWS and have real world experience You'll have an understanding of the latest cybersecurity trends and how they impact engineering practice You'll be able to work within enterprise policies/guidelines while customising to fit the UK to strike the right balance You're comfortable in reaching pragmatic outcomes between short-term and long-term business needs Knowledge of the UK / US regulatory, consumer lending and technology landscapes (preferred) Where and how you'll work This is a permanent position based in our London offices. 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 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. 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 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.
Apr 22, 2026
Full time
White Collar Factory (95009), United Kingdom, London, London Director of Software Engineering About this role We are looking for a Director of Software Engineering to lead a team of 100+ engineers. We're looking for someone who is results-oriented, able to partner with business leaders and go toe-to-toe with the best engineers on technical rigour. You'll be responsible for all the technologists within a series of our 'outcome teams': established to drive forward business outcomes. You'll be an excellent leader of people and communicator. You'll be able to seamlessly switch from executive-level progress conversations, to diving deep into solutions, to contributing to strategic discussions around roadmaps. You'll be able to provide clear thinking and direction to cut through ambiguity. You'll be able to partner well with the local business leadership team and with enterprise stakeholders; providing objective assessments of the likely cost and risk trade-offs for different solutions, and clear paths forward. What you'll do Leadership of a team of 100+ technologists (Software Engineers and Architects): operating engineering at scale within a complex regulated environment Work together with Product and Design teams on the overall product roadmap for key business capabilities and goals Elevate great talent and ensure you have a clear agenda for development in the team. Actively manage performance across the team to develop talent over time Drive for effective delivery with pace and precision across the different outcome teams Liaising with and managing enterprise stakeholders primarily based in the US, who often have deep expertise on particular domains Manage a team with a blend of associates and third party engineers, and ensure effective oversight of the relevant third parties within the domain. Seek and share the context of the wider organisation, its purpose, commitments and opportunities to enable and engage your team with customer and organisational outcomes Stay up to date with the latest relevant changes in regulation and enterprise process Maintain broad knowledge and awareness of the latest relevant technologies and engineering practices Be a key voice in technical design reviews - ensuring a clear and consistent approach to engineering practices Support the career growth and development of the team What we're looking for You'll have a clear track record of leading large software engineering teams, and a proven track record of driving high performance You'll be able to solve complex challenges across people, process and technology. A high level of intellectual curiosity and comfort with ambiguity is essential. You will have the ability to deep dive on different technology options quickly and provide recommendations on a path forward. You will have excellent critical thinking skills and be able to provide thoughtful and effective counsel to leaders across the business You're passionate about recruiting and developing great engineering talent You'll be able to drive results quickly individually, whilst enabling others through the establishing of clear patterns and practices for engineering teams. You'll possess excellent communication skills, with an ability to adapt and communicate compellingly and with authenticity to any audience (including internal and external stakeholders) You'll be aware of the latest native developments within AWS and have real world experience You'll have an understanding of the latest cybersecurity trends and how they impact engineering practice You'll be able to work within enterprise policies/guidelines while customising to fit the UK to strike the right balance You're comfortable in reaching pragmatic outcomes between short-term and long-term business needs Knowledge of the UK / US regulatory, consumer lending and technology landscapes (preferred) Where and how you'll work This is a permanent position based in our London offices. 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 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. 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 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.
Chief Operating Officer Bath Preservation Trust Salary: c£50,000 Bath Preservation Trust (BPT) is entering one of the most exciting phases in its history. With an ambitious strategy, major capital projects on the horizon and a renewed commitment to delivering exceptional visitor experiences across four distinct museums, we are now seeking an outstanding Chief Operating Officer to help lead the organisation into its next chapter. As a key member of our Senior Management Team, this new role will work closely with the CEO and Trustees to translate strategic ambition into practical delivery, strengthening our operations, growing audiences, driving financial sustainability and ensuring our historic buildings and collections are protected for generations. This is a highly visible, hands on role suited to an experienced operational leader who thrives on variety. One moment you might be supporting teams on the museum floor; the next, shaping commercial strategy, analysing data to drive audience growth, or planning the delivery of major capital improvements. You will work across facilities, visitor experience, commercial development, marketing, events and people leadership; empowering brilliant teams already in place and championing a culture that values inclusion, collaboration and excellence. We're looking for someone who brings: Leadership experience across museums, heritage, culture or visitor attractions Strong financial acumen and confidence managing budgets and reporting Demonstrable success in commercial development and audience growth Exceptional people leadership skills and a natural ability to communicate and inspire A strategic mindset paired with a practical, solutions focused approach A genuine passion for heritage, conservation and public engagement This is a rare opportunity to join a respected, independent charity with a significant presence in the double inscribed World Heritage city of Bath, delivering real impact for local communities and visitors from around the world. Benefits include: A positive, collaborative and inclusive working culture 35 hour working week and flexible working arrangements 34 days annual leave (including public holidays) Enhanced sick pay Cycle to Work scheme Interest free season ticket loans Employee Assistance Programme If you are energised by operational excellence, inspired by heritage, and motivated by leading talented teams to achieve more, we would be delighted to hear from you. Closing date: Friday 24th April
Apr 22, 2026
Full time
Chief Operating Officer Bath Preservation Trust Salary: c£50,000 Bath Preservation Trust (BPT) is entering one of the most exciting phases in its history. With an ambitious strategy, major capital projects on the horizon and a renewed commitment to delivering exceptional visitor experiences across four distinct museums, we are now seeking an outstanding Chief Operating Officer to help lead the organisation into its next chapter. As a key member of our Senior Management Team, this new role will work closely with the CEO and Trustees to translate strategic ambition into practical delivery, strengthening our operations, growing audiences, driving financial sustainability and ensuring our historic buildings and collections are protected for generations. This is a highly visible, hands on role suited to an experienced operational leader who thrives on variety. One moment you might be supporting teams on the museum floor; the next, shaping commercial strategy, analysing data to drive audience growth, or planning the delivery of major capital improvements. You will work across facilities, visitor experience, commercial development, marketing, events and people leadership; empowering brilliant teams already in place and championing a culture that values inclusion, collaboration and excellence. We're looking for someone who brings: Leadership experience across museums, heritage, culture or visitor attractions Strong financial acumen and confidence managing budgets and reporting Demonstrable success in commercial development and audience growth Exceptional people leadership skills and a natural ability to communicate and inspire A strategic mindset paired with a practical, solutions focused approach A genuine passion for heritage, conservation and public engagement This is a rare opportunity to join a respected, independent charity with a significant presence in the double inscribed World Heritage city of Bath, delivering real impact for local communities and visitors from around the world. Benefits include: A positive, collaborative and inclusive working culture 35 hour working week and flexible working arrangements 34 days annual leave (including public holidays) Enhanced sick pay Cycle to Work scheme Interest free season ticket loans Employee Assistance Programme If you are energised by operational excellence, inspired by heritage, and motivated by leading talented teams to achieve more, we would be delighted to hear from you. Closing date: Friday 24th April
About GIAA GIAA is an executive agency of His Majesty's Treasury and is the majority delivery agent of internal audit services to government departments and their Arms' Length Bodies. We work with c.140 clients on a recurring basis including 15 of the 17 main government departments. The Agency also provides a range of allied client services including counter fraud, investigations, applied data analytics and advisory work. The Agency's strategy 2025-29 can be found here . The Agency leads the wider government internal audit function across government and in this capacity provides professional support and guidance to all internal audit practitioners across government whether they work for the Agency, in in-house teams, or deliver via outsourced arrangements with the private sector. The current Internal Audit functional strategy can be found here . About the Role The Technical Director role was created to strengthen the consistent quality of the Agency's client services and mitigate reputational risk. With the current postholder retiring later in 2026, the new Technical Director will continue this work and build a comprehensive, Agency wide approach to quality and assurance. GIAA recently achieved 'Generally Conforms with Global Internal Audit Standards' in its External Quality Review by the Chartered Institute of Internal Auditors, the highest rating available to a multi client provider. As the Agency's technical expert, you will drive the highest standards and impact of our services across government, ensuring our strategy remains aligned to evolving client needs. You will own GIAA's internal audit methodology and ensure continued compliance with GIAS as it develops, including the increasing use of technology and artificial intelligence. You will also oversee the quality assurance and improvement programme for all client services beyond internal audit, including advisory work, counter fraud and investigations, data analytics and grants certification. This includes leading the Audit Profession and Practice team, managing practice risk, ensuring high quality product development and acting as concurring reviewer for the Agency's highest risk or most sensitive deliverables. As a member of the Executive Committee (ExCo) you will support the Chief Executive in delivering the GIAA strategy and corporate plan and share collective responsibility for executive decisions. You will also represent the Agency externally, maintaining strong strategic relationships across government and with private sector stakeholders. Key responsibilities will include: Acting as part of the collective leadership of the Agency as a member of its ExCo and supporting the Chief Executive and Accounting Officer to implement and oversee delivery of the Agency's strategy and its corporate plan. Ownership of the GIAA's internal audit methodology and the Agency's continued compliance with Global Internal Audit Standards. Ownership of the Agency's second line quality assurance processes and a Quality Assurance and Improvement Programme for all client services. Acting as the lead executive for the NED-chaired Quality Oversight Committee that has responsibility for scrutiny of the quality of service delivery across the Agency. Management of reputational risks to the Agency. Leading and managing an inclusive and high performing team that embraces a client focussed culture, is driven by high quality outputs and has an ambition to innovate. Person Specification While in post, the successful candidate will be expected to perform well across the full range of Senior Civil Service behaviours set out in the Success Profile framework and demonstrate commitment to Civil Service values. The essential criteria for the purpose of selection are: Full current membership of a recognised CCAB accountancy body, or of the Chartered Institute of Internal Auditors UK & Ireland (and hold chartered auditor/CMIIA designation or the MIIA) Substantial assurance leadership experience in a large, complex and client-focused organisation Experience of leading reputational risk management in a professional services setting Proven ability to lead, motivate and develop diverse teams, driving high performance and continuous improvement Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with experience operating in politically sensitive environments Commitment to upholding public sector values, promoting inclusion, and delivering Value for Money. How to Apply For more information on the role and how to apply, please review the attached candidate pack and submit your application by 23:55 on 11th May 2026. Please submit your application direct to Gatenby Sanderson by clicking the link .
Apr 22, 2026
Full time
About GIAA GIAA is an executive agency of His Majesty's Treasury and is the majority delivery agent of internal audit services to government departments and their Arms' Length Bodies. We work with c.140 clients on a recurring basis including 15 of the 17 main government departments. The Agency also provides a range of allied client services including counter fraud, investigations, applied data analytics and advisory work. The Agency's strategy 2025-29 can be found here . The Agency leads the wider government internal audit function across government and in this capacity provides professional support and guidance to all internal audit practitioners across government whether they work for the Agency, in in-house teams, or deliver via outsourced arrangements with the private sector. The current Internal Audit functional strategy can be found here . About the Role The Technical Director role was created to strengthen the consistent quality of the Agency's client services and mitigate reputational risk. With the current postholder retiring later in 2026, the new Technical Director will continue this work and build a comprehensive, Agency wide approach to quality and assurance. GIAA recently achieved 'Generally Conforms with Global Internal Audit Standards' in its External Quality Review by the Chartered Institute of Internal Auditors, the highest rating available to a multi client provider. As the Agency's technical expert, you will drive the highest standards and impact of our services across government, ensuring our strategy remains aligned to evolving client needs. You will own GIAA's internal audit methodology and ensure continued compliance with GIAS as it develops, including the increasing use of technology and artificial intelligence. You will also oversee the quality assurance and improvement programme for all client services beyond internal audit, including advisory work, counter fraud and investigations, data analytics and grants certification. This includes leading the Audit Profession and Practice team, managing practice risk, ensuring high quality product development and acting as concurring reviewer for the Agency's highest risk or most sensitive deliverables. As a member of the Executive Committee (ExCo) you will support the Chief Executive in delivering the GIAA strategy and corporate plan and share collective responsibility for executive decisions. You will also represent the Agency externally, maintaining strong strategic relationships across government and with private sector stakeholders. Key responsibilities will include: Acting as part of the collective leadership of the Agency as a member of its ExCo and supporting the Chief Executive and Accounting Officer to implement and oversee delivery of the Agency's strategy and its corporate plan. Ownership of the GIAA's internal audit methodology and the Agency's continued compliance with Global Internal Audit Standards. Ownership of the Agency's second line quality assurance processes and a Quality Assurance and Improvement Programme for all client services. Acting as the lead executive for the NED-chaired Quality Oversight Committee that has responsibility for scrutiny of the quality of service delivery across the Agency. Management of reputational risks to the Agency. Leading and managing an inclusive and high performing team that embraces a client focussed culture, is driven by high quality outputs and has an ambition to innovate. Person Specification While in post, the successful candidate will be expected to perform well across the full range of Senior Civil Service behaviours set out in the Success Profile framework and demonstrate commitment to Civil Service values. The essential criteria for the purpose of selection are: Full current membership of a recognised CCAB accountancy body, or of the Chartered Institute of Internal Auditors UK & Ireland (and hold chartered auditor/CMIIA designation or the MIIA) Substantial assurance leadership experience in a large, complex and client-focused organisation Experience of leading reputational risk management in a professional services setting Proven ability to lead, motivate and develop diverse teams, driving high performance and continuous improvement Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with experience operating in politically sensitive environments Commitment to upholding public sector values, promoting inclusion, and delivering Value for Money. How to Apply For more information on the role and how to apply, please review the attached candidate pack and submit your application by 23:55 on 11th May 2026. Please submit your application direct to Gatenby Sanderson by clicking the link .
Chief Compliance Officer (SMF16 / SMF17) Location: London (Hybrid) Sector: FinTech / Payments / Crypto Type: Permanent Salary: £200,000-£250,000 + Equity + Benefits The Opportunity We are partnering with a high-growth, venture-backed fintech and payments business operating at the forefront of digital assets and next-generation payments infrastructure click apply for full job details
Apr 21, 2026
Full time
Chief Compliance Officer (SMF16 / SMF17) Location: London (Hybrid) Sector: FinTech / Payments / Crypto Type: Permanent Salary: £200,000-£250,000 + Equity + Benefits The Opportunity We are partnering with a high-growth, venture-backed fintech and payments business operating at the forefront of digital assets and next-generation payments infrastructure click apply for full job details
The British Medical Ultrasound Society (BMUS)
Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire
The British Medical Ultrasound Society (BMUS) is a leading UK charity advancing best practice in medical ultrasound through education, guidelines and research. With 1,700 members mainly NHS professionals we deliver high-quality training, a flagship annual conference for 600+ delegates, and trusted publications that support clinicians and inform the public The society is looking to recruit a Financial Officer due to the impending retirement of the current postholder. It is anticipated that the successful candidate will commence employment in July 2026. Purpose of the role: Provide sound financial advice to the Board of Trustees (Council), BMUS Officers, COO (Chief Operating Officer) and others. Provide a high-quality and effective financial management service to the charity. Prepare, develop and analyse management accounting information to ensure compliance with all relevant financial, statutory and regulatory matters. Main Duties To oversee and support the society s financial management systems and processes, ensuring they meet required financial management and reporting standards. Submissions to statutory bodies and regulators. Submission of monthly PAYE and quarterly VAT to HMRC. To prepare the society s annual budget. To prepare regular management accounts and supporting reports, including forecasts for Council, Officers and COO. To process all invoices/payments. To record all income and expenditure. To oversee banking arrangements. To prepare end-of-year reports, arrange the independent examination and the society s Annual Report for the Annual General Meeting. Support CASE (Consortium of Accreditation of Sonographic Education). Manage the financial management systems for the consortium. Preparation of the consortium s annual budget. Payment of invoices. To record all income and expenditure. Prepare the end of financial year report. The above is an outline of the typical functions of the role and is not exhaustive. To see further details, please read both the Job Description and Person Specification. Closing Date: 11th May, interview Scheduled for 29th May
Apr 21, 2026
Full time
The British Medical Ultrasound Society (BMUS) is a leading UK charity advancing best practice in medical ultrasound through education, guidelines and research. With 1,700 members mainly NHS professionals we deliver high-quality training, a flagship annual conference for 600+ delegates, and trusted publications that support clinicians and inform the public The society is looking to recruit a Financial Officer due to the impending retirement of the current postholder. It is anticipated that the successful candidate will commence employment in July 2026. Purpose of the role: Provide sound financial advice to the Board of Trustees (Council), BMUS Officers, COO (Chief Operating Officer) and others. Provide a high-quality and effective financial management service to the charity. Prepare, develop and analyse management accounting information to ensure compliance with all relevant financial, statutory and regulatory matters. Main Duties To oversee and support the society s financial management systems and processes, ensuring they meet required financial management and reporting standards. Submissions to statutory bodies and regulators. Submission of monthly PAYE and quarterly VAT to HMRC. To prepare the society s annual budget. To prepare regular management accounts and supporting reports, including forecasts for Council, Officers and COO. To process all invoices/payments. To record all income and expenditure. To oversee banking arrangements. To prepare end-of-year reports, arrange the independent examination and the society s Annual Report for the Annual General Meeting. Support CASE (Consortium of Accreditation of Sonographic Education). Manage the financial management systems for the consortium. Preparation of the consortium s annual budget. Payment of invoices. To record all income and expenditure. Prepare the end of financial year report. The above is an outline of the typical functions of the role and is not exhaustive. To see further details, please read both the Job Description and Person Specification. Closing Date: 11th May, interview Scheduled for 29th May
Superstar required to help launch our client to the next level! A huge opportunity for someone to execute growth relentlessly, reporting directly to the Founder! A genuinely high-impact role, which will be central to how our client scale over the next few years! Our client, one of the UK's fastest-growing FMCG companies whom are on the verge of something incredibly special in terms of growth/expansion, are looking to recruit a Chief Growth Officer to provide the stability/organisation/rigour required to take this next step, in addition to scaling various teams within the business. Working on a remote basis (with the need to be visible in the company's London HQ (at your discretion/diary , this is an incredible opportunity for the right candidate!Our client have been established for just over 5 years and currently sit at 30 FTE, turning over just over £20m with a goal of exceeding £100m in the next 3 years. They offer a unique solution to their customer base, have won various awards since their inception and are stocked in household-name chains across the UK and US. As they are growing (and soon to be entering an incredibly exciting period), they require the right senior-level candidate to turn the business into a tightly-run, process-oriented machine which can then take that next step. In a nutshell, your responsibilities will include:- Taking ownership of commercial growth- Strengthening how the business operates day-to-day- Building and running the operating system of the business- Installing weekly cadence/KPI's/reporting across all functions- Driving execution and accountability across teams (Brand/Paid Media/CRM, etc)- Owning cross-functional projects (overseas expansion/Website/product launches)- Acting as the central connector across the business, ensuring nothing drifts- Scaling existing/new departments to reflect growth expectations of the businessIn order to be considered for this position, it is ESSENTIAL that you have the following:- Experience of scaling operations/owning business operations in a high-growth business - DTC/consumer brand- Demonstrable experience of scaling a brand through the £20m-£40m range- Deeply fluent in Paid Media, with experience of managing/holding agencies accountable- Experience of reporting directly into a Founder/CEO- Incredibly strong on structure/systems/execution- Experienced and personable people manager/leader - ability to manage with excellence- Comfort in holding senior stakeholders accountable- Highly-organised self-starter- Experience of working within a fast-paced start-up operation- Ability to make things happen, fast, across the whole businessIn addition to a very competitive salary of £150,000 - £200,000, our client are also offering the following:- Performance-related bonus- Opportunity to be a huge part of one of the UK's fastest-growing businesses- Exposure to working very closely with the Founder/CEO- Ability to work on company scaling both in the UK and overseas- Very flexible working model - can work remotely if desiredOur client are looking to move very quickly on this, so any interested candidate(s) are urged to apply at their earliest convenience! Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
Apr 21, 2026
Full time
Superstar required to help launch our client to the next level! A huge opportunity for someone to execute growth relentlessly, reporting directly to the Founder! A genuinely high-impact role, which will be central to how our client scale over the next few years! Our client, one of the UK's fastest-growing FMCG companies whom are on the verge of something incredibly special in terms of growth/expansion, are looking to recruit a Chief Growth Officer to provide the stability/organisation/rigour required to take this next step, in addition to scaling various teams within the business. Working on a remote basis (with the need to be visible in the company's London HQ (at your discretion/diary , this is an incredible opportunity for the right candidate!Our client have been established for just over 5 years and currently sit at 30 FTE, turning over just over £20m with a goal of exceeding £100m in the next 3 years. They offer a unique solution to their customer base, have won various awards since their inception and are stocked in household-name chains across the UK and US. As they are growing (and soon to be entering an incredibly exciting period), they require the right senior-level candidate to turn the business into a tightly-run, process-oriented machine which can then take that next step. In a nutshell, your responsibilities will include:- Taking ownership of commercial growth- Strengthening how the business operates day-to-day- Building and running the operating system of the business- Installing weekly cadence/KPI's/reporting across all functions- Driving execution and accountability across teams (Brand/Paid Media/CRM, etc)- Owning cross-functional projects (overseas expansion/Website/product launches)- Acting as the central connector across the business, ensuring nothing drifts- Scaling existing/new departments to reflect growth expectations of the businessIn order to be considered for this position, it is ESSENTIAL that you have the following:- Experience of scaling operations/owning business operations in a high-growth business - DTC/consumer brand- Demonstrable experience of scaling a brand through the £20m-£40m range- Deeply fluent in Paid Media, with experience of managing/holding agencies accountable- Experience of reporting directly into a Founder/CEO- Incredibly strong on structure/systems/execution- Experienced and personable people manager/leader - ability to manage with excellence- Comfort in holding senior stakeholders accountable- Highly-organised self-starter- Experience of working within a fast-paced start-up operation- Ability to make things happen, fast, across the whole businessIn addition to a very competitive salary of £150,000 - £200,000, our client are also offering the following:- Performance-related bonus- Opportunity to be a huge part of one of the UK's fastest-growing businesses- Exposure to working very closely with the Founder/CEO- Ability to work on company scaling both in the UK and overseas- Very flexible working model - can work remotely if desiredOur client are looking to move very quickly on this, so any interested candidate(s) are urged to apply at their earliest convenience! Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
Cherry Professional - Relationship Led Recruitment
Derby, Derbyshire
Financial Controller Location: Derby (East Midlands) Salary: Circa £90,000 + pension + benefits Reporting to: Chief Financial Officer A large, private-equity-backed multi-site UK group is seeking a senior Financial Controller to play a pivotal role in the next phase of its growth. This is a high-impact leadership role , sitting alongside a Head of Finance, with both positions reporting directly to the CFO. Together, these roles form the senior leadership of the finance function, with a clear separation between technical/statutory finance and commercial/management finance . The Opportunity The group operates at significant scale, with circa £150m turnover , a large UK footprint and a growing number of legal entities resulting from an active acquisition strategy. The business combines: High-volume, recurring revenues Labour-intensive operations Multiple regulatory and funding frameworks Ongoing acquisition and integration activity This creates genuine complexity across statutory reporting, tax, VAT and group consolidation , making the technical finance agenda mission-critical. The successful candidate will take full ownership of the technical, statutory and governance agenda , with a genuine mandate to raise standards, strengthen controls and bring confidence to external reporting in a fast-growing, PE-backed environment.This is not a back-office role . You will work closely with the CFO, investors, auditors and senior stakeholders, helping to underpin continued growth and long-term strategic options. Key Responsibilities Full ownership of statutory accounting across a complex, multi-entity group Group consolidations and complex technical accounting judgements Oversight of VAT, corporation tax and wider tax compliance End-to-end management of external audit and year-end processes Ensuring balance sheet integrity, cashflow control and robust governance Supporting M&A activity from a technical accounting and post-acquisition integration perspective Oversight of the Accounts Payable function , with senior responsibility for team leadership, incliding a qualifed financial accountant Anything falling within technical accounting, statutory reporting, compliance or financial control sits within this remit. Finance Leadership Structure The finance function is led by a CFO who has recently joined the business and is building a best-in-class, PE-grade finance team . Two equally senior roles report directly to the CFO: Financial Controller - Technical Accounting (this role) Head of Finance - Management Accounting, FP&A and Commercial Finance This structure provides clarity of accountability and leadership depth across the full finance agenda. Candidate Profile This role will suit a technically strong finance leader who enjoys operating in complex environments and raising standards. The ideal candidate will have: ACA qualification , ideally trained in a recognised audit firm (preferred), or ACCA trained with the relevant skill set and experience Significant post-qualified experience in industry Deep experience in statutory reporting, tax, VAT and group consolidations Exposure to PE-backed, acquisitive or multi-entity organisations (preferred, not essential) A proven track record of leading and strengthening finance teams You will be comfortable stepping into an environment where improvement is needed and motivated by the opportunity to build a more resilient, scalable finance function. Working Environment The group operates from a modern head office environment in Derby , with a finance-led setup and close-knit senior team. The culture is built around: No surprises Continuous improvement Direct and honest communication Strong ownership and delivery focus Calm, low-ego leadership under pressure Flexible working is supported, with core hours between 10:00 and 16:00 . The role is expected to be largely on-site, with hybrid working considered where appropriate . Reward Base salary circa £90,000 Pension contribution (employee and employer) 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Why This Role This is a rare opportunity to take ownership of the technical heart of a large, PE-backed, acquisitive group , with real influence over governance, reporting quality and how the business scales. You will work closely with a capable CFO, have exposure to senior stakeholders, and be trusted to leave a lasting imprint on the finance function .Cherry Professional are recruiting for this opportunity on behalf of our client. Please view our Privacy Policy on our website to understand how your data will be used if you apply for this role.
Apr 21, 2026
Full time
Financial Controller Location: Derby (East Midlands) Salary: Circa £90,000 + pension + benefits Reporting to: Chief Financial Officer A large, private-equity-backed multi-site UK group is seeking a senior Financial Controller to play a pivotal role in the next phase of its growth. This is a high-impact leadership role , sitting alongside a Head of Finance, with both positions reporting directly to the CFO. Together, these roles form the senior leadership of the finance function, with a clear separation between technical/statutory finance and commercial/management finance . The Opportunity The group operates at significant scale, with circa £150m turnover , a large UK footprint and a growing number of legal entities resulting from an active acquisition strategy. The business combines: High-volume, recurring revenues Labour-intensive operations Multiple regulatory and funding frameworks Ongoing acquisition and integration activity This creates genuine complexity across statutory reporting, tax, VAT and group consolidation , making the technical finance agenda mission-critical. The successful candidate will take full ownership of the technical, statutory and governance agenda , with a genuine mandate to raise standards, strengthen controls and bring confidence to external reporting in a fast-growing, PE-backed environment.This is not a back-office role . You will work closely with the CFO, investors, auditors and senior stakeholders, helping to underpin continued growth and long-term strategic options. Key Responsibilities Full ownership of statutory accounting across a complex, multi-entity group Group consolidations and complex technical accounting judgements Oversight of VAT, corporation tax and wider tax compliance End-to-end management of external audit and year-end processes Ensuring balance sheet integrity, cashflow control and robust governance Supporting M&A activity from a technical accounting and post-acquisition integration perspective Oversight of the Accounts Payable function , with senior responsibility for team leadership, incliding a qualifed financial accountant Anything falling within technical accounting, statutory reporting, compliance or financial control sits within this remit. Finance Leadership Structure The finance function is led by a CFO who has recently joined the business and is building a best-in-class, PE-grade finance team . Two equally senior roles report directly to the CFO: Financial Controller - Technical Accounting (this role) Head of Finance - Management Accounting, FP&A and Commercial Finance This structure provides clarity of accountability and leadership depth across the full finance agenda. Candidate Profile This role will suit a technically strong finance leader who enjoys operating in complex environments and raising standards. The ideal candidate will have: ACA qualification , ideally trained in a recognised audit firm (preferred), or ACCA trained with the relevant skill set and experience Significant post-qualified experience in industry Deep experience in statutory reporting, tax, VAT and group consolidations Exposure to PE-backed, acquisitive or multi-entity organisations (preferred, not essential) A proven track record of leading and strengthening finance teams You will be comfortable stepping into an environment where improvement is needed and motivated by the opportunity to build a more resilient, scalable finance function. Working Environment The group operates from a modern head office environment in Derby , with a finance-led setup and close-knit senior team. The culture is built around: No surprises Continuous improvement Direct and honest communication Strong ownership and delivery focus Calm, low-ego leadership under pressure Flexible working is supported, with core hours between 10:00 and 16:00 . The role is expected to be largely on-site, with hybrid working considered where appropriate . Reward Base salary circa £90,000 Pension contribution (employee and employer) 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Why This Role This is a rare opportunity to take ownership of the technical heart of a large, PE-backed, acquisitive group , with real influence over governance, reporting quality and how the business scales. You will work closely with a capable CFO, have exposure to senior stakeholders, and be trusted to leave a lasting imprint on the finance function .Cherry Professional are recruiting for this opportunity on behalf of our client. Please view our Privacy Policy on our website to understand how your data will be used if you apply for this role.
Olympia Events is more than an exhibition venue, conference centre and live-event space - it's an inspiration. Against a backdrop of grand Victorian architecture, the seven connected spaces inspire engagement and enjoyment. Olympia Events is recognised in the industry for exceptional levels of customer service and support, and our numerous awards are testament to our clients' satisfaction. Beyond the walls of our venue, Olympia is on the ground, working to invest in people, strengthen our communities, and protect the environment. Olympia Events is undergoing a period of change. In 2017, the venue was bought by a consortium led by Yoo Capital and Deutsche Finance international. Work is currently underway to transform the wider estate into a cultural hub of which Olympia Events will be the central part. Once complete, the estate will include a new theatre, music venue, two hotels, over 30 eateries, world-class office space and over two acres of public realm. More information can be found at About the Role Reporting directly to the Chief Operating Officer, this role presents a unique opportunity to drive transformational change and optimise revenue streams in the food and beverage space at Olympia Events. In this role, you will be responsible for the overall running of the Catering offer for the Events business, driving quality and service standards to the highest level and promoting innovation and product development. You will lead a team, maintaining close controls on both product and labour whilst ensuring exemplary customer satisfaction. You will be an experienced, creative, commercially aware senior leader with a strong track record in delivering successful food and beverage offerings. You will have a deep understanding of food and beverage trends as well as an ability to effectively negotiate with a multitude of suppliers. You will be responsible for structuring and managing the Food and Beverage department so your ability to provide inspirational leadership in a fast-paced, constantly evolving environment is essential. This position requires a strategic leader with a passion for hospitality and a commitment to excellence. Key responsibilities Working in conjunction with the Legends global team, the Chief Operating Officer and the Head of Human Resources, devise a workforce structure for the F&B department which will be fit for the future and meet the ambitions of the redevelopment before attracting and recruiting a high-performing team. Lead the creation of an impactful, commercially advantageous F&B strategy, optimising all revenue streams and maximising cost efficiencies. Work alongside the Finance Director to set and monitor budgets, guaranteeing the operation achieves financial targets of revenue and profit to ensure its ongoing financial viability. Undertake market research, forecasting, and competitive analysis to identify new opportunities for maximising revenue. Develop and execute innovative concepts and programs to enhance the customer experience and lead the team to ensure a high level of hospitality is delivered across the board. Collaborate with the Executive Chef, Legends central team and Olympia clients to customise catering menus and beverage offerings based on specific preferences, requirements and market research. Work closely with Head of F&B sales to ensure alignment with culinary offers, financial performance and client requirements. Collaborate with the Director of Marketing and Communications to ensure all marketing for F&B activity is commercially astute, viable and customer led. Develop and manage plans, budgets and timelines to ensure efficient and effective execution of F&B initiatives. Collaborate with Executive Chef, Head of Retail Heritage Halls, General Managers of ICC & Addison to ensure the standards of F&B offers across all 3 venues are of suitable high standard, aligned and in keeping with the venues. Negotiate and manage successful relationships with relevant vendors/sub-contractors. Identify, adopt and implement KPIs and management information for the board to track and measure success. Develop and produce regular reports providing a breakdown and analysis of flash sales and wage costs. Implement and ensure compliance with health and safety and food hygiene regulations as well as Legends company standards and policies. Be laser focussed on the scheduling and efficient use of salaried and casual staff ensuring sufficient cover for events within budgetary parameters. Where required, work positively and collaboratively with F&B leads and partners across the Legends family and Olympia Estate to ensure all work and efforts are aligned to the wider destination strategy. About you Proven senior F&B leadership experience within high volume, customer focused venues, with a track record of developing and successfully delivering F&B strategies aligned to commercial objectives. Demonstrated ability to build and lead functions from scratch, providing inspirational leadership to recruit, develop and motivate high performing, flexible teams. Commercially and financially astute, with strong capability in budgeting, margin and stock control, labour management, and real time reporting to multiple stakeholders. Deep knowledge of hospitality trends, food innovation and operational delivery, including catering infrastructure, statutory compliance, food hygiene and health & safety. Credible, strategic communicator and decision maker, able to influence at all levels, present to diverse audiences, operate under pressure with integrity, and manage sensitive matters discreetly Holder of a Personal Licence. Sustainability Responsibilities: Continuously improve your knowledge of Olympia Events' sustainability programme - the 'Grand Plan'. Complete all training provided and promote sustainability practices to meet our Grand Plan objectives Follow and promote all sustainable workplace policies and procedures and seek ways to make your department more sustainable by taking an active role to initiate change Olympia Events is fully committed to ensuring the safety and wellbeing of all children, young people and adults at risk (vulnerable groups) that attend our premises. As a consequence, Olympia Events may require any successful applicant to complete a DBS Check prior to working in our business. Olympia Events is committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion and excepts all its people to have a positive commitment to EDI by treating others fairly and not committing any form of discrimination, victimisation or harassment and to promote positive working relationships amongst employees and stakeholders. This Job Description is not intended to be exhaustive; the duties and responsibilities may therefore vary over according to the changing needs of the business.
Apr 21, 2026
Full time
Olympia Events is more than an exhibition venue, conference centre and live-event space - it's an inspiration. Against a backdrop of grand Victorian architecture, the seven connected spaces inspire engagement and enjoyment. Olympia Events is recognised in the industry for exceptional levels of customer service and support, and our numerous awards are testament to our clients' satisfaction. Beyond the walls of our venue, Olympia is on the ground, working to invest in people, strengthen our communities, and protect the environment. Olympia Events is undergoing a period of change. In 2017, the venue was bought by a consortium led by Yoo Capital and Deutsche Finance international. Work is currently underway to transform the wider estate into a cultural hub of which Olympia Events will be the central part. Once complete, the estate will include a new theatre, music venue, two hotels, over 30 eateries, world-class office space and over two acres of public realm. More information can be found at About the Role Reporting directly to the Chief Operating Officer, this role presents a unique opportunity to drive transformational change and optimise revenue streams in the food and beverage space at Olympia Events. In this role, you will be responsible for the overall running of the Catering offer for the Events business, driving quality and service standards to the highest level and promoting innovation and product development. You will lead a team, maintaining close controls on both product and labour whilst ensuring exemplary customer satisfaction. You will be an experienced, creative, commercially aware senior leader with a strong track record in delivering successful food and beverage offerings. You will have a deep understanding of food and beverage trends as well as an ability to effectively negotiate with a multitude of suppliers. You will be responsible for structuring and managing the Food and Beverage department so your ability to provide inspirational leadership in a fast-paced, constantly evolving environment is essential. This position requires a strategic leader with a passion for hospitality and a commitment to excellence. Key responsibilities Working in conjunction with the Legends global team, the Chief Operating Officer and the Head of Human Resources, devise a workforce structure for the F&B department which will be fit for the future and meet the ambitions of the redevelopment before attracting and recruiting a high-performing team. Lead the creation of an impactful, commercially advantageous F&B strategy, optimising all revenue streams and maximising cost efficiencies. Work alongside the Finance Director to set and monitor budgets, guaranteeing the operation achieves financial targets of revenue and profit to ensure its ongoing financial viability. Undertake market research, forecasting, and competitive analysis to identify new opportunities for maximising revenue. Develop and execute innovative concepts and programs to enhance the customer experience and lead the team to ensure a high level of hospitality is delivered across the board. Collaborate with the Executive Chef, Legends central team and Olympia clients to customise catering menus and beverage offerings based on specific preferences, requirements and market research. Work closely with Head of F&B sales to ensure alignment with culinary offers, financial performance and client requirements. Collaborate with the Director of Marketing and Communications to ensure all marketing for F&B activity is commercially astute, viable and customer led. Develop and manage plans, budgets and timelines to ensure efficient and effective execution of F&B initiatives. Collaborate with Executive Chef, Head of Retail Heritage Halls, General Managers of ICC & Addison to ensure the standards of F&B offers across all 3 venues are of suitable high standard, aligned and in keeping with the venues. Negotiate and manage successful relationships with relevant vendors/sub-contractors. Identify, adopt and implement KPIs and management information for the board to track and measure success. Develop and produce regular reports providing a breakdown and analysis of flash sales and wage costs. Implement and ensure compliance with health and safety and food hygiene regulations as well as Legends company standards and policies. Be laser focussed on the scheduling and efficient use of salaried and casual staff ensuring sufficient cover for events within budgetary parameters. Where required, work positively and collaboratively with F&B leads and partners across the Legends family and Olympia Estate to ensure all work and efforts are aligned to the wider destination strategy. About you Proven senior F&B leadership experience within high volume, customer focused venues, with a track record of developing and successfully delivering F&B strategies aligned to commercial objectives. Demonstrated ability to build and lead functions from scratch, providing inspirational leadership to recruit, develop and motivate high performing, flexible teams. Commercially and financially astute, with strong capability in budgeting, margin and stock control, labour management, and real time reporting to multiple stakeholders. Deep knowledge of hospitality trends, food innovation and operational delivery, including catering infrastructure, statutory compliance, food hygiene and health & safety. Credible, strategic communicator and decision maker, able to influence at all levels, present to diverse audiences, operate under pressure with integrity, and manage sensitive matters discreetly Holder of a Personal Licence. Sustainability Responsibilities: Continuously improve your knowledge of Olympia Events' sustainability programme - the 'Grand Plan'. Complete all training provided and promote sustainability practices to meet our Grand Plan objectives Follow and promote all sustainable workplace policies and procedures and seek ways to make your department more sustainable by taking an active role to initiate change Olympia Events is fully committed to ensuring the safety and wellbeing of all children, young people and adults at risk (vulnerable groups) that attend our premises. As a consequence, Olympia Events may require any successful applicant to complete a DBS Check prior to working in our business. Olympia Events is committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion and excepts all its people to have a positive commitment to EDI by treating others fairly and not committing any form of discrimination, victimisation or harassment and to promote positive working relationships amongst employees and stakeholders. This Job Description is not intended to be exhaustive; the duties and responsibilities may therefore vary over according to the changing needs of the business.
A career at Lombard Odier means working for a renowned global wealth and asset manager, with a strong focus on sustainable investing. An innovative bank of choice for private and institutional clients, our independently owned Firm is one of the best-capitalised banking groups in the world, managing close to CHF 300 billion and operating from over 25 offices across 4 continents. With a history spanning over 225 years, Lombard Odier is an investment house providing a comprehensive offering of discretionary and advisory portfolio management, wealth services and custody. We also offer asset management services and investment strategies through Lombard Odier Investment Managers and provide advanced banking technology to other financial institutions. "Rethink Everything" is our philosophy - it is at the heart of everything we do. We have grown stronger through more than 40 financial crises by rethinking the world around us to provide a fresh investment perspective for our clients. Lombard Odier Investment Managers ("LOIM") is the asset management business of the Lombard Odier Group. In order to strengthen our IT & Operations team, we are looking for a: Chief Technology Officer (CTO) The Chief Technology Officer (CTO) at LOIM is a key executive leader responsible for defining and executing the firm's global technology strategy, delivering a resilient and scalable technology ecosystem, and enabling innovation across all functions. This role oversees all aspects of IT, data, cybersecurity, digital transformation, AI, and technology operations to ensure LOIM remains competitive, efficient, compliant, and client centric. The CTO will drive a multi year transformation agenda, lead diverse technology teams across locations, manage critical vendor relationships, and deliver major strategic programs that are foundational to LOIM's future operating model. YOUR ROLE Technology Strategy & Governance Define and maintain LOIM's global IT strategy and multi year technology roadmap.Lead the development and execution of key technology pillars (architecture, data, AI, cloud, digital workplace, cybersecurity).Ensure alignment with business strategy, investment priorities, and industry best practices.Provide thought leadership and innovation guidance to the Executive Committee, Boards & Committees, and senior leadership. Technology Leadership & Talent Management Lead, develop, and inspire a multi location technology organization.Build a strong team, upskill the organization to an AI-augmented workforce, and foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.Attract and retain high calibre technology professionals. Change, Transformation & Project Delivery Oversee the delivery of major transformation programs, ensuring milestones, scope, and budgets are met.Strengthen project governance, change management, and stakeholder alignment across all business units.Drive implementation of new platforms, tools, and data capabilities to modernize LOIM's technology landscape. Budget, Vendor & Supplier Management Own the global technology budget, ensuring cost discipline and return on investment including establishment & maintenance of impactful relationships with senior management at suppliers.Optimise commercial performance of critical technology partners, including SaaS vendors, market data providers, and infrastructure providers.Negotiate contracts and oversee risk, service levels, and performance. Operational Excellence, Cybersecurity & Resilience Ensure the stability, security, and scalability of all systems and infrastructure.Strengthen cyber defence, vulnerability management, regulatory compliance, and operational risk frameworks.Oversee disaster recovery, business continuity planning, and incident response.Work across functions to minimize IT & Operational errors. Boards, Committees, Reporting & Risk Management Represent Technology at relevant boards, committees (operational risk, digital, IT steering, data governance, investment platform).Produce KPIs, dashboards, and regulatory reports, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery.Proactively manage technology related business risks across the organisation. Client Due Diligence & External Engagement Lead the technology response for client due diligence requests, RFPs, and operational reviews.Present LOIM's technology strategy and controls to investors and partners.Foster strong relationships with external stakeholders, including regulators and auditors. Business Partnership Act as a strategic advisor to Investment, Sales, Risk, Operations, Compliance and Executive leadership teams.Translate business needs into scalable technology solutions.Champion data driven decision making and adoption of digital tools across LOIM.Strong, demonstrable network across industry peers, consortiums / forms and key service providers. YOUR PROFILE 15+ years in senior technology leadership roles, ideally within asset management, wealth management, or capital markets.Proven track record of delivering large scale transformation across investment platforms, data, and enterprise architecture.Deep experience with key investment management platforms (e.g., Enfusion, PORT, FactSet, Aladdin, Bloomberg, market data systems).Strong background in cybersecurity, vendor management, cloud transformation, AI adoption, and regulatory environments.Strategic thinker with ability to translate business objectives into actionable roadmaps.Strong executive presence, capable of influencing C suite and board level stakeholders.Exceptional team leadership, communication, and change management skills.High integrity, resilience, and ability to operate in a complex, fast changing environment. Our Maison's DNA is defined by five core values. Excellence drives us to be the best at what we do, while Innovation fuels our progress. Respect underpins every interaction, and Integrity shapes our actions. Together, we are One Team, united in serving our clients with unwavering dedication. As a responsible and supportive employer, we promote a diverse and inclusive work environment for our employees and candidates. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are woven into the fabric of our Maison's DNA, and we strive to ensure that our employees can fulfill both their personal and professional aspirations by encouraging internal mobility and individual upskilling programs. We firmly believe that building Diverse Teams contributes to our successes and to deliver on this, we actively embed Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in our business strategy. It is an exciting time to join our Teams. All applications will be handled in the strictest confidence.
Apr 21, 2026
Full time
A career at Lombard Odier means working for a renowned global wealth and asset manager, with a strong focus on sustainable investing. An innovative bank of choice for private and institutional clients, our independently owned Firm is one of the best-capitalised banking groups in the world, managing close to CHF 300 billion and operating from over 25 offices across 4 continents. With a history spanning over 225 years, Lombard Odier is an investment house providing a comprehensive offering of discretionary and advisory portfolio management, wealth services and custody. We also offer asset management services and investment strategies through Lombard Odier Investment Managers and provide advanced banking technology to other financial institutions. "Rethink Everything" is our philosophy - it is at the heart of everything we do. We have grown stronger through more than 40 financial crises by rethinking the world around us to provide a fresh investment perspective for our clients. Lombard Odier Investment Managers ("LOIM") is the asset management business of the Lombard Odier Group. In order to strengthen our IT & Operations team, we are looking for a: Chief Technology Officer (CTO) The Chief Technology Officer (CTO) at LOIM is a key executive leader responsible for defining and executing the firm's global technology strategy, delivering a resilient and scalable technology ecosystem, and enabling innovation across all functions. This role oversees all aspects of IT, data, cybersecurity, digital transformation, AI, and technology operations to ensure LOIM remains competitive, efficient, compliant, and client centric. The CTO will drive a multi year transformation agenda, lead diverse technology teams across locations, manage critical vendor relationships, and deliver major strategic programs that are foundational to LOIM's future operating model. YOUR ROLE Technology Strategy & Governance Define and maintain LOIM's global IT strategy and multi year technology roadmap.Lead the development and execution of key technology pillars (architecture, data, AI, cloud, digital workplace, cybersecurity).Ensure alignment with business strategy, investment priorities, and industry best practices.Provide thought leadership and innovation guidance to the Executive Committee, Boards & Committees, and senior leadership. Technology Leadership & Talent Management Lead, develop, and inspire a multi location technology organization.Build a strong team, upskill the organization to an AI-augmented workforce, and foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.Attract and retain high calibre technology professionals. Change, Transformation & Project Delivery Oversee the delivery of major transformation programs, ensuring milestones, scope, and budgets are met.Strengthen project governance, change management, and stakeholder alignment across all business units.Drive implementation of new platforms, tools, and data capabilities to modernize LOIM's technology landscape. Budget, Vendor & Supplier Management Own the global technology budget, ensuring cost discipline and return on investment including establishment & maintenance of impactful relationships with senior management at suppliers.Optimise commercial performance of critical technology partners, including SaaS vendors, market data providers, and infrastructure providers.Negotiate contracts and oversee risk, service levels, and performance. Operational Excellence, Cybersecurity & Resilience Ensure the stability, security, and scalability of all systems and infrastructure.Strengthen cyber defence, vulnerability management, regulatory compliance, and operational risk frameworks.Oversee disaster recovery, business continuity planning, and incident response.Work across functions to minimize IT & Operational errors. Boards, Committees, Reporting & Risk Management Represent Technology at relevant boards, committees (operational risk, digital, IT steering, data governance, investment platform).Produce KPIs, dashboards, and regulatory reports, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery.Proactively manage technology related business risks across the organisation. Client Due Diligence & External Engagement Lead the technology response for client due diligence requests, RFPs, and operational reviews.Present LOIM's technology strategy and controls to investors and partners.Foster strong relationships with external stakeholders, including regulators and auditors. Business Partnership Act as a strategic advisor to Investment, Sales, Risk, Operations, Compliance and Executive leadership teams.Translate business needs into scalable technology solutions.Champion data driven decision making and adoption of digital tools across LOIM.Strong, demonstrable network across industry peers, consortiums / forms and key service providers. YOUR PROFILE 15+ years in senior technology leadership roles, ideally within asset management, wealth management, or capital markets.Proven track record of delivering large scale transformation across investment platforms, data, and enterprise architecture.Deep experience with key investment management platforms (e.g., Enfusion, PORT, FactSet, Aladdin, Bloomberg, market data systems).Strong background in cybersecurity, vendor management, cloud transformation, AI adoption, and regulatory environments.Strategic thinker with ability to translate business objectives into actionable roadmaps.Strong executive presence, capable of influencing C suite and board level stakeholders.Exceptional team leadership, communication, and change management skills.High integrity, resilience, and ability to operate in a complex, fast changing environment. Our Maison's DNA is defined by five core values. Excellence drives us to be the best at what we do, while Innovation fuels our progress. Respect underpins every interaction, and Integrity shapes our actions. Together, we are One Team, united in serving our clients with unwavering dedication. As a responsible and supportive employer, we promote a diverse and inclusive work environment for our employees and candidates. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are woven into the fabric of our Maison's DNA, and we strive to ensure that our employees can fulfill both their personal and professional aspirations by encouraging internal mobility and individual upskilling programs. We firmly believe that building Diverse Teams contributes to our successes and to deliver on this, we actively embed Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in our business strategy. It is an exciting time to join our Teams. All applications will be handled in the strictest confidence.
A career at Lombard Odier means working for a renowned global wealth and asset manager, with a strong focus on sustainable investing. An innovative bank of choice for private and institutional clients, our independently owned Firm is one of the best-capitalised banking groups in the world, managing close to CHF 300 billion and operating from over 25 offices across 4 continents. With a history spanning over 225 years, Lombard Odier is an investment house providing a comprehensive offering of discretionary and advisory portfolio management, wealth services and custody. We also offer asset management services and investment strategies through Lombard Odier Investment Managers and provide advanced banking technology to other financial institutions. "Rethink Everything" is our philosophy - it is at the heart of everything we do. We have grown stronger through more than 40 financial crises by rethinking the world around us to provide a fresh investment perspective for our clients. Lombard Odier Investment Managers ("LOIM") is the asset management business of the Lombard Odier Group. In order to strengthen our IT & Operations team, we are looking for a: Chief Technology Officer (CTO) The Chief Technology Officer (CTO) at LOIM is a key executive leader responsible for defining and executing the firm's global technology strategy, delivering a resilient and scalable technology ecosystem, and enabling innovation across all functions. This role oversees all aspects of IT, data, cybersecurity, digital transformation, AI, and technology operations to ensure LOIM remains competitive, efficient, compliant, and client centric. The CTO will drive a multi year transformation agenda, lead diverse technology teams across locations, manage critical vendor relationships, and deliver major strategic programs that are foundational to LOIM's future operating model. YOUR ROLE Technology Strategy & Governance Define and maintain LOIM's global IT strategy and multi year technology roadmap.Lead the development and execution of key technology pillars (architecture, data, AI, cloud, digital workplace, cybersecurity).Ensure alignment with business strategy, investment priorities, and industry best practices.Provide thought leadership and innovation guidance to the Executive Committee, Boards & Committees, and senior leadership. Technology Leadership & Talent Management Lead, develop, and inspire a multi location technology organization.Build a strong team, upskill the organization to an AI-augmented workforce, and foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.Attract and retain high calibre technology professionals. Change, Transformation & Project Delivery Oversee the delivery of major transformation programs, ensuring milestones, scope, and budgets are met.Strengthen project governance, change management, and stakeholder alignment across all business units.Drive implementation of new platforms, tools, and data capabilities to modernize LOIM's technology landscape. Budget, Vendor & Supplier Management Own the global technology budget, ensuring cost discipline and return on investment including establishment & maintenance of impactful relationships with senior management at suppliers.Optimise commercial performance of critical technology partners, including SaaS vendors, market data providers, and infrastructure providers.Negotiate contracts and oversee risk, service levels, and performance. Operational Excellence, Cybersecurity & Resilience Ensure the stability, security, and scalability of all systems and infrastructure.Strengthen cyber defence, vulnerability management, regulatory compliance, and operational risk frameworks.Oversee disaster recovery, business continuity planning, and incident response.Work across functions to minimize IT & Operational errors. Boards, Committees, Reporting & Risk Management Represent Technology at relevant boards, committees (operational risk, digital, IT steering, data governance, investment platform).Produce KPIs, dashboards, and regulatory reports, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery.Proactively manage technology related business risks across the organisation. Client Due Diligence & External Engagement Lead the technology response for client due diligence requests, RFPs, and operational reviews.Present LOIM's technology strategy and controls to investors and partners.Foster strong relationships with external stakeholders, including regulators and auditors. Business Partnership Act as a strategic advisor to Investment, Sales, Risk, Operations, Compliance and Executive leadership teams.Translate business needs into scalable technology solutions.Champion data driven decision making and adoption of digital tools across LOIM.Strong, demonstrable network across industry peers, consortiums / forms and key service providers. YOUR PROFILE 15+ years in senior technology leadership roles, ideally within asset management, wealth management, or capital markets.Proven track record of delivering large scale transformation across investment platforms, data, and enterprise architecture.Deep experience with key investment management platforms (e.g., Enfusion, PORT, FactSet, Aladdin, Bloomberg, market data systems).Strong background in cybersecurity, vendor management, cloud transformation, AI adoption, and regulatory environments.Strategic thinker with ability to translate business objectives into actionable roadmaps.Strong executive presence, capable of influencing C suite and board level stakeholders.Exceptional team leadership, communication, and change management skills.High integrity, resilience, and ability to operate in a complex, fast changing environment. Our Maison's DNA is defined by five core values. Excellence drives us to be the best at what we do, while Innovation fuels our progress. Respect underpins every interaction, and Integrity shapes our actions. Together, we are One Team, united in serving our clients with unwavering dedication. As a responsible and supportive employer, we promote a diverse and inclusive work environment for our employees and candidates. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are woven into the fabric of our Maison's DNA, and we strive to ensure that our employees can fulfill both their personal and professional aspirations by encouraging internal mobility and individual upskilling programs. We firmly believe that building Diverse Teams contributes to our successes and to deliver on this, we actively embed Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in our business strategy. It is an exciting time to join our Teams. All applications will be handled in the strictest confidence.
Apr 21, 2026
Full time
A career at Lombard Odier means working for a renowned global wealth and asset manager, with a strong focus on sustainable investing. An innovative bank of choice for private and institutional clients, our independently owned Firm is one of the best-capitalised banking groups in the world, managing close to CHF 300 billion and operating from over 25 offices across 4 continents. With a history spanning over 225 years, Lombard Odier is an investment house providing a comprehensive offering of discretionary and advisory portfolio management, wealth services and custody. We also offer asset management services and investment strategies through Lombard Odier Investment Managers and provide advanced banking technology to other financial institutions. "Rethink Everything" is our philosophy - it is at the heart of everything we do. We have grown stronger through more than 40 financial crises by rethinking the world around us to provide a fresh investment perspective for our clients. Lombard Odier Investment Managers ("LOIM") is the asset management business of the Lombard Odier Group. In order to strengthen our IT & Operations team, we are looking for a: Chief Technology Officer (CTO) The Chief Technology Officer (CTO) at LOIM is a key executive leader responsible for defining and executing the firm's global technology strategy, delivering a resilient and scalable technology ecosystem, and enabling innovation across all functions. This role oversees all aspects of IT, data, cybersecurity, digital transformation, AI, and technology operations to ensure LOIM remains competitive, efficient, compliant, and client centric. The CTO will drive a multi year transformation agenda, lead diverse technology teams across locations, manage critical vendor relationships, and deliver major strategic programs that are foundational to LOIM's future operating model. YOUR ROLE Technology Strategy & Governance Define and maintain LOIM's global IT strategy and multi year technology roadmap.Lead the development and execution of key technology pillars (architecture, data, AI, cloud, digital workplace, cybersecurity).Ensure alignment with business strategy, investment priorities, and industry best practices.Provide thought leadership and innovation guidance to the Executive Committee, Boards & Committees, and senior leadership. Technology Leadership & Talent Management Lead, develop, and inspire a multi location technology organization.Build a strong team, upskill the organization to an AI-augmented workforce, and foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.Attract and retain high calibre technology professionals. Change, Transformation & Project Delivery Oversee the delivery of major transformation programs, ensuring milestones, scope, and budgets are met.Strengthen project governance, change management, and stakeholder alignment across all business units.Drive implementation of new platforms, tools, and data capabilities to modernize LOIM's technology landscape. Budget, Vendor & Supplier Management Own the global technology budget, ensuring cost discipline and return on investment including establishment & maintenance of impactful relationships with senior management at suppliers.Optimise commercial performance of critical technology partners, including SaaS vendors, market data providers, and infrastructure providers.Negotiate contracts and oversee risk, service levels, and performance. Operational Excellence, Cybersecurity & Resilience Ensure the stability, security, and scalability of all systems and infrastructure.Strengthen cyber defence, vulnerability management, regulatory compliance, and operational risk frameworks.Oversee disaster recovery, business continuity planning, and incident response.Work across functions to minimize IT & Operational errors. Boards, Committees, Reporting & Risk Management Represent Technology at relevant boards, committees (operational risk, digital, IT steering, data governance, investment platform).Produce KPIs, dashboards, and regulatory reports, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery.Proactively manage technology related business risks across the organisation. Client Due Diligence & External Engagement Lead the technology response for client due diligence requests, RFPs, and operational reviews.Present LOIM's technology strategy and controls to investors and partners.Foster strong relationships with external stakeholders, including regulators and auditors. Business Partnership Act as a strategic advisor to Investment, Sales, Risk, Operations, Compliance and Executive leadership teams.Translate business needs into scalable technology solutions.Champion data driven decision making and adoption of digital tools across LOIM.Strong, demonstrable network across industry peers, consortiums / forms and key service providers. YOUR PROFILE 15+ years in senior technology leadership roles, ideally within asset management, wealth management, or capital markets.Proven track record of delivering large scale transformation across investment platforms, data, and enterprise architecture.Deep experience with key investment management platforms (e.g., Enfusion, PORT, FactSet, Aladdin, Bloomberg, market data systems).Strong background in cybersecurity, vendor management, cloud transformation, AI adoption, and regulatory environments.Strategic thinker with ability to translate business objectives into actionable roadmaps.Strong executive presence, capable of influencing C suite and board level stakeholders.Exceptional team leadership, communication, and change management skills.High integrity, resilience, and ability to operate in a complex, fast changing environment. Our Maison's DNA is defined by five core values. Excellence drives us to be the best at what we do, while Innovation fuels our progress. Respect underpins every interaction, and Integrity shapes our actions. Together, we are One Team, united in serving our clients with unwavering dedication. As a responsible and supportive employer, we promote a diverse and inclusive work environment for our employees and candidates. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are woven into the fabric of our Maison's DNA, and we strive to ensure that our employees can fulfill both their personal and professional aspirations by encouraging internal mobility and individual upskilling programs. We firmly believe that building Diverse Teams contributes to our successes and to deliver on this, we actively embed Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in our business strategy. It is an exciting time to join our Teams. All applications will be handled in the strictest confidence.
LONDON AREA (Ref 778 ) PERMANENT £66,700 Home based with some travel. Must be based within one hour of London. We are seeking an outstanding Executive Assistant to support the Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) of a global organisation of approximately 50,000 employees. This role sits at the heart of the people agenda, requiring a highly organised, emotionally intelligent, and discreet individual who can operate with credibility across senior leadership and sensitive organisational matters. The successful candidate will be a trusted partner to the CHRO, enabling the effective delivery of strategic HR priorities, supporting global people initiatives, and ensuring the seamless operation of the CHRO's office with absolute confidentiality. This position is predominantly home based, with regular attendance at a local site and business travel when necessary (must live within one hour of London) What you will be responsible for: Executive & Strategic Support: Manage a complex, global diary with a strong understanding of shifting business and people priorities Coordinate and prepare for Executive Committee, Board, and Remuneration Committee meetings Support the delivery of key HR initiatives, including talent, culture, leadership, and transformation programmes Prepare high-quality briefing materials, presentations, and reports Stakeholder & Relationship Management: Build strong relationships with senior leaders, HR business partners, and external advisors Act as a key liaison across global HR teams, ensuring alignment and communication Handle sensitive employee and organisational matters with professionalism and discretion Operational & Project Coordination: Coordinate global HR events, leadership meetings, and talent reviews Support internal communications and engagement initiatives Manage travel, logistics, and expenses with precision Confidentiality & Governance: Handle highly sensitive information with absolute discretion Support governance processes, including Board and Committee documentation What qualifications, knowledge, experience & attributes you will need: Extensive experience supporting senior executives, ideally within HR or a people-focused function Experience within a FTSE 250 or similarly complex, global organisation Demonstrated ability to manage sensitive and confidential matters Exceptional organisational and prioritisation skills High emotional intelligence and interpersonal sensitivity Excellent written and verbal communication Strong judgement and discretion Advanced MS Office proficiency Highly professional, credible, and approachable Resilient, with high personal integrity Proactive and solutions-driven Comfortable operating in a fast-paced environment Degree-level education or equivalent Expectations from you in this Position: Maintain smooth and effective operations for the CHRO, ensuring their priorities, communications, and projects are managed professionally and confidentially. Anticipate needs and proactively support activities that drive the business objectives. Foster positive relationships and a collaborative environments across the business functions. What does this Position offer you: Opportunity to work at the heart of People & Rewards leadership in a global, innovative company Career growth, training, and exposure to executive-level business Competitive salary and benefits A dynamic and inclusive work culture that values creativity, diversity, and performance
Apr 20, 2026
Full time
LONDON AREA (Ref 778 ) PERMANENT £66,700 Home based with some travel. Must be based within one hour of London. We are seeking an outstanding Executive Assistant to support the Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) of a global organisation of approximately 50,000 employees. This role sits at the heart of the people agenda, requiring a highly organised, emotionally intelligent, and discreet individual who can operate with credibility across senior leadership and sensitive organisational matters. The successful candidate will be a trusted partner to the CHRO, enabling the effective delivery of strategic HR priorities, supporting global people initiatives, and ensuring the seamless operation of the CHRO's office with absolute confidentiality. This position is predominantly home based, with regular attendance at a local site and business travel when necessary (must live within one hour of London) What you will be responsible for: Executive & Strategic Support: Manage a complex, global diary with a strong understanding of shifting business and people priorities Coordinate and prepare for Executive Committee, Board, and Remuneration Committee meetings Support the delivery of key HR initiatives, including talent, culture, leadership, and transformation programmes Prepare high-quality briefing materials, presentations, and reports Stakeholder & Relationship Management: Build strong relationships with senior leaders, HR business partners, and external advisors Act as a key liaison across global HR teams, ensuring alignment and communication Handle sensitive employee and organisational matters with professionalism and discretion Operational & Project Coordination: Coordinate global HR events, leadership meetings, and talent reviews Support internal communications and engagement initiatives Manage travel, logistics, and expenses with precision Confidentiality & Governance: Handle highly sensitive information with absolute discretion Support governance processes, including Board and Committee documentation What qualifications, knowledge, experience & attributes you will need: Extensive experience supporting senior executives, ideally within HR or a people-focused function Experience within a FTSE 250 or similarly complex, global organisation Demonstrated ability to manage sensitive and confidential matters Exceptional organisational and prioritisation skills High emotional intelligence and interpersonal sensitivity Excellent written and verbal communication Strong judgement and discretion Advanced MS Office proficiency Highly professional, credible, and approachable Resilient, with high personal integrity Proactive and solutions-driven Comfortable operating in a fast-paced environment Degree-level education or equivalent Expectations from you in this Position: Maintain smooth and effective operations for the CHRO, ensuring their priorities, communications, and projects are managed professionally and confidentially. Anticipate needs and proactively support activities that drive the business objectives. Foster positive relationships and a collaborative environments across the business functions. What does this Position offer you: Opportunity to work at the heart of People & Rewards leadership in a global, innovative company Career growth, training, and exposure to executive-level business Competitive salary and benefits A dynamic and inclusive work culture that values creativity, diversity, and performance
The Institute of Ismaili Studies (IIS) is a globally recognised academic institution dedicated to advancing scholarship and education on Islam and Muslim societies, with particular strength in Ismaili and broader Shi'i studies. Based at the Aga Khan Centre in London, IIS combines rigorous academic inquiry with a commitment to serving diverse Ismaili communities worldwide, while engaging with academic, cultural and policy audiences. Its strategic focus over the coming decade is on strengthening institutional capacity, enhancing collaboration and delivering greater impact through operational excellence. The Institute now seeks to appoint to the new role of Chief Operating Officer to work in close partnership with the Director and Board of Governors. This is a pivotal role, responsible for ensuring that strategic priorities are translated into effective operational delivery and that the organisation is equipped to meet its ambitions. The COO will lead The Institute's core corporate functions, including Finance, People and Culture and IT, ensuring they operate cohesively and in alignment with institutional priorities. They will support sustainable financial planning, robust governance and effective risk management, while driving continuous improvement in systems, processes and performance. The role also carries responsibility for overseeing major projects and ensuring that operational plans support long-term strategic objectives. The breadth of the position requires close engagement across The Institute and with external stakeholders, including governors, partners and regulators. The successful candidate will be an effective communicator, able to operate with clarity and credibility across all levels of the organisation, building alignment and trust in a complex environment. They will also be a strong people leader, with a track record of developing high-performing, collaborative teams and fostering an inclusive and supportive culture. The ability to manage, motivate and build capability across professional services functions will be central to success. This role is suited to an experienced and strategically minded leader, with a proven track record of delivery, whether already operating at COO level or stepping up from a senior functional role. Experience of complex, multi-stakeholder environments will be important, as will the ability to connect strategy with delivery. Experience in higher education or other mission-driven settings would be helpful but is not essential. Of greater importance is a deep respect for The Institute's values and the ability to engage thoughtfully within its distinctive cultural and community context. For full details please visit Closing date: Midday, Monday 11 May 2026. The Institute of Ismaili Studies is committed to inclusivity, equity and respect in all aspects of its work. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds who can contribute to the diversity and strength of our community.
Apr 20, 2026
Full time
The Institute of Ismaili Studies (IIS) is a globally recognised academic institution dedicated to advancing scholarship and education on Islam and Muslim societies, with particular strength in Ismaili and broader Shi'i studies. Based at the Aga Khan Centre in London, IIS combines rigorous academic inquiry with a commitment to serving diverse Ismaili communities worldwide, while engaging with academic, cultural and policy audiences. Its strategic focus over the coming decade is on strengthening institutional capacity, enhancing collaboration and delivering greater impact through operational excellence. The Institute now seeks to appoint to the new role of Chief Operating Officer to work in close partnership with the Director and Board of Governors. This is a pivotal role, responsible for ensuring that strategic priorities are translated into effective operational delivery and that the organisation is equipped to meet its ambitions. The COO will lead The Institute's core corporate functions, including Finance, People and Culture and IT, ensuring they operate cohesively and in alignment with institutional priorities. They will support sustainable financial planning, robust governance and effective risk management, while driving continuous improvement in systems, processes and performance. The role also carries responsibility for overseeing major projects and ensuring that operational plans support long-term strategic objectives. The breadth of the position requires close engagement across The Institute and with external stakeholders, including governors, partners and regulators. The successful candidate will be an effective communicator, able to operate with clarity and credibility across all levels of the organisation, building alignment and trust in a complex environment. They will also be a strong people leader, with a track record of developing high-performing, collaborative teams and fostering an inclusive and supportive culture. The ability to manage, motivate and build capability across professional services functions will be central to success. This role is suited to an experienced and strategically minded leader, with a proven track record of delivery, whether already operating at COO level or stepping up from a senior functional role. Experience of complex, multi-stakeholder environments will be important, as will the ability to connect strategy with delivery. Experience in higher education or other mission-driven settings would be helpful but is not essential. Of greater importance is a deep respect for The Institute's values and the ability to engage thoughtfully within its distinctive cultural and community context. For full details please visit Closing date: Midday, Monday 11 May 2026. The Institute of Ismaili Studies is committed to inclusivity, equity and respect in all aspects of its work. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds who can contribute to the diversity and strength of our community.
Job title: Programme Manager - Strategic Delivery & PMO Reports to: Chief Operating Officer Location: London/Hybrid Contract type: Fixed Term Contract 12 Months Apply via: Please submit a CV and cover letter that sets out how your recent experience aligns with the Essential Experience criteria in the role description to Please structure your response with clear, specific examples. Applications that do not address these criteria may not be progressed. About us: ScreenSkills is the industry-led strategic skills body for the UK screen industries. As experts in career development for the screen sector, we offer a portfolio of training, programmes, events, free e-learning and other career resources to support the development of technical and professional skills across all career stages and for people from every background in every Nation and region. We use research and data to identify skills gaps and shortages which informs the investment in high-quality and inclusive training programmes made by our five Skills Funds: animation, children's TV, film, high-end TV and unscripted TV. Our policy and advocacy work is focused on delivering change to support the UK's skilled screen workforce and industry. ScreenSkills is one part of an ecosystem that supports a world-leading, inclusive and agile workforce now and for the future. We work collaboratively with broadcasters, studios, streamers, production companies and other organisations across all sectors to power the skills needed to drive the long-term success of the UK's screen industries. Role purpose: ScreenSkills is delivering its strategy to support a world leading, inclusive and agile screen workforce. This role provides organisational leadership across Strategic Projects, ensuring activity is sequenced, governed and resourced effectively. Alongside Strategy programme oversight, the role will also help establish the basic foundations of a Project Management Office (PMO) to strengthen delivery discipline, cross team coordination and portfolio level reporting throughout the organisation. Key responsibilities: Strategic Project Leadership & Oversight Lead day to day planning, tracking, oversight, and reporting of a programme of Strategic Projects derived from to ScreenSkills' Strategy and Annual Operating Plan activities. Maintain the organisation wide roadmap of Strategic Projects, including dependencies, milestones, delivery risks and mitigations. Ensure Strategic Projects deliver expected outcomes, integrating evaluation, workforce insight and stakeholder priorities. Delivery of Core Strategy Workstreams Financial Management & Reporting Monitor actual expenditure and forecasted spend for Strategic Projects, aligned to the current budgets, working closely with senior colleagues in delivery and Finance teams. Work with the CEO, Finance Director and the COO to produce board updates and strategic performance summaries. Proposing and identifying risks and mitigations Communications, Reporting & Engagement Working effectively with all teams, particularly Finance. Scheduling regular update meetings with key colleagues to ensure that they are up-to-date with what's happening across delivery activities and alerting project leads and other senior colleagues to any potential issues (e.g. in the areas of staffing, resourcing, timelines, delivery against targets or reporting) Provide delivery support for project groups as needed (including the cross sector stakeholder groups). Engage with all internal and external stakeholders as needed. PMO Functional Development Support the COO in maturing the project planning, management and coordination methodologies throughout the organization (the establishment of a basic PMO). Lead organisation wide adoption of a suitable task/project management platform to act as a "single source of truth" for projects. Help build organisational capability through coaching and mentoring colleagues involved in project delivery. Develop consistent planning and reporting tools for use across projects. Produce portfolio level dashboards and narrative reporting to improve oversight of performance, risks and resourcing across relevant projects. Outline use cases for applicable tools, systems & processes Essential skills and experiences: Essential Experience Proven experience managing complex organisational Strategic Projects. Experience establishing or contributing to PMO structures or delivery frameworks. Strong financial literacy and ability to manage budgets. Experience coordinating multi stakeholder delivery across sectors or agencies. Essential Skills Excellent project and programme planning skills. Strong stakeholder engagement, relationship building and diplomacy. Ability to synthesise information and produce concise high quality reporting. Strong organisational, analytical and communication skills. Desirable Experience Experience in skills, education, creative industries or public policy environments. Attributes Highly organised, proactive and solutions-focused Skilled at navigating ambiguity and complexity Collaborative and committed to inclusive workforce development Corporate responsibilities of all ScreenSkills personnel: Take ownership of, and contribute to, internal and external communications activity both in their job role and as part of ScreenSkills' overall strategic objectives. Demonstrate a personal commitment to embracing and promoting ScreenSkills' positive approach to the achievement of acceptance, openness, and equality of opportunity at work for people from under-represented groups (e.g. such as those with disabilities and global majority backgrounds) Promote and develop individual and organisational activities which support and enhance environmental sustainability and health and safety objectives. Establish good working relationships with both internal and external customers and provide a high-quality service which meets their needs. Support yours and your colleagues' activity through a commitment to effective and correct use of corporate tools and resources, including the ScreenSkills' intranet for internal communications and authorised systems for contact management. ScreenSkills is committed to diversity and equality of opportunity in all aspects of our work. We particularly welcome applications from under-represented groups such as returning parents or carers who are re-entering after a career break, women, people who are LGBTQ+, minority ethnic groups, with a disability, impairment, learning difference or long-term condition, with caring responsibilities, from different nations and regions, from a less advantaged socio-economic background as well as any other under-represented group. This job description is not intended to be either prescriptive or exhaustive. It is issued as a framework to outline the main areas of responsibility at the time of writing.
Apr 18, 2026
Full time
Job title: Programme Manager - Strategic Delivery & PMO Reports to: Chief Operating Officer Location: London/Hybrid Contract type: Fixed Term Contract 12 Months Apply via: Please submit a CV and cover letter that sets out how your recent experience aligns with the Essential Experience criteria in the role description to Please structure your response with clear, specific examples. Applications that do not address these criteria may not be progressed. About us: ScreenSkills is the industry-led strategic skills body for the UK screen industries. As experts in career development for the screen sector, we offer a portfolio of training, programmes, events, free e-learning and other career resources to support the development of technical and professional skills across all career stages and for people from every background in every Nation and region. We use research and data to identify skills gaps and shortages which informs the investment in high-quality and inclusive training programmes made by our five Skills Funds: animation, children's TV, film, high-end TV and unscripted TV. Our policy and advocacy work is focused on delivering change to support the UK's skilled screen workforce and industry. ScreenSkills is one part of an ecosystem that supports a world-leading, inclusive and agile workforce now and for the future. We work collaboratively with broadcasters, studios, streamers, production companies and other organisations across all sectors to power the skills needed to drive the long-term success of the UK's screen industries. Role purpose: ScreenSkills is delivering its strategy to support a world leading, inclusive and agile screen workforce. This role provides organisational leadership across Strategic Projects, ensuring activity is sequenced, governed and resourced effectively. Alongside Strategy programme oversight, the role will also help establish the basic foundations of a Project Management Office (PMO) to strengthen delivery discipline, cross team coordination and portfolio level reporting throughout the organisation. Key responsibilities: Strategic Project Leadership & Oversight Lead day to day planning, tracking, oversight, and reporting of a programme of Strategic Projects derived from to ScreenSkills' Strategy and Annual Operating Plan activities. Maintain the organisation wide roadmap of Strategic Projects, including dependencies, milestones, delivery risks and mitigations. Ensure Strategic Projects deliver expected outcomes, integrating evaluation, workforce insight and stakeholder priorities. Delivery of Core Strategy Workstreams Financial Management & Reporting Monitor actual expenditure and forecasted spend for Strategic Projects, aligned to the current budgets, working closely with senior colleagues in delivery and Finance teams. Work with the CEO, Finance Director and the COO to produce board updates and strategic performance summaries. Proposing and identifying risks and mitigations Communications, Reporting & Engagement Working effectively with all teams, particularly Finance. Scheduling regular update meetings with key colleagues to ensure that they are up-to-date with what's happening across delivery activities and alerting project leads and other senior colleagues to any potential issues (e.g. in the areas of staffing, resourcing, timelines, delivery against targets or reporting) Provide delivery support for project groups as needed (including the cross sector stakeholder groups). Engage with all internal and external stakeholders as needed. PMO Functional Development Support the COO in maturing the project planning, management and coordination methodologies throughout the organization (the establishment of a basic PMO). Lead organisation wide adoption of a suitable task/project management platform to act as a "single source of truth" for projects. Help build organisational capability through coaching and mentoring colleagues involved in project delivery. Develop consistent planning and reporting tools for use across projects. Produce portfolio level dashboards and narrative reporting to improve oversight of performance, risks and resourcing across relevant projects. Outline use cases for applicable tools, systems & processes Essential skills and experiences: Essential Experience Proven experience managing complex organisational Strategic Projects. Experience establishing or contributing to PMO structures or delivery frameworks. Strong financial literacy and ability to manage budgets. Experience coordinating multi stakeholder delivery across sectors or agencies. Essential Skills Excellent project and programme planning skills. Strong stakeholder engagement, relationship building and diplomacy. Ability to synthesise information and produce concise high quality reporting. Strong organisational, analytical and communication skills. Desirable Experience Experience in skills, education, creative industries or public policy environments. Attributes Highly organised, proactive and solutions-focused Skilled at navigating ambiguity and complexity Collaborative and committed to inclusive workforce development Corporate responsibilities of all ScreenSkills personnel: Take ownership of, and contribute to, internal and external communications activity both in their job role and as part of ScreenSkills' overall strategic objectives. Demonstrate a personal commitment to embracing and promoting ScreenSkills' positive approach to the achievement of acceptance, openness, and equality of opportunity at work for people from under-represented groups (e.g. such as those with disabilities and global majority backgrounds) Promote and develop individual and organisational activities which support and enhance environmental sustainability and health and safety objectives. Establish good working relationships with both internal and external customers and provide a high-quality service which meets their needs. Support yours and your colleagues' activity through a commitment to effective and correct use of corporate tools and resources, including the ScreenSkills' intranet for internal communications and authorised systems for contact management. ScreenSkills is committed to diversity and equality of opportunity in all aspects of our work. We particularly welcome applications from under-represented groups such as returning parents or carers who are re-entering after a career break, women, people who are LGBTQ+, minority ethnic groups, with a disability, impairment, learning difference or long-term condition, with caring responsibilities, from different nations and regions, from a less advantaged socio-economic background as well as any other under-represented group. This job description is not intended to be either prescriptive or exhaustive. It is issued as a framework to outline the main areas of responsibility at the time of writing.
