Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams leading them. We'll broaden your horizons Audit quality is central to our strategy as an Audit Stream, the key ingredient to our success. Consistent high audit quality enables us to attract, develop and retain talented people and be proud of our work. Audit quality allows us to compete in the market and demonstrate that we can play a key role in market reform. Consistently high audit quality does not happen by chance. It requires a mindset and culture of challenge and professional scepticism, appropriate resources both people and intellectual, investment in central support for engagement teams and technology solutions. Within the last year we have increased our headcount significantly, invested in new partners, and commenced a significant investment programme in our central quality support team. We'll help you succeed The work we do is underpinned by quality. We deliver audits which are trusted and transparent which can be relied upon by companies and their stakeholders. You'll be someone who is comfortable working pro-actively and, managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with other Senior Managers, Directors, and BDO's Partners. You'll help deliver accurate and transparent reporting to all relevant stakeholders as you provide long term value. Reporting to the Pensions Centre of Excellence Director, your role will include: Supporting audit teams on large and complex audits by coaching them, challenging them and assisting in the planning and execution of a high-quality audit of defined benefit pension scheme balances included in the financial statements of a sponsoring or participating employer. Conducting file reviews on live audits to enhance audit quality, while coaching and training engagement teams throughout the process. Contributing to the development of pensions audit methodology and developing workpaper templates and guidance to drive standardisation and best practice. Supporting the delivery and review of pensions audit procedures performed by more junior members of the central Pensions Centre of Excellence team. Developing training materials and presenting/facilitating audit team training sessions. Collaborating with a diverse group of people and acting as an audit of pensions point of contact for other teams/functions across BDO. The individual will need to have audit of pensions experience to senior manager level and ideally previous experience in either an audit quality or Pensions Centre of Excellence role. The individual will have the ability to communicate clearly and concisely both verbally and in writing. This will include being able to converse with individuals of all levels within the Firm. You'll be someone with: The ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team and to use their own initiative to identify and propose potential solutions. Strong communications skills (oral and written reports) and confidence engaging with a variety of senior stakeholders. Good project management and organisational skills. ACA or similar professional accountancy qualification. Strong knowledge of substantive and controls-based audit strategies in the audit of pensions assets, liabilities and related areas. Knowledge of the regulatory challenges and expectations in relation to the audit of defined benefit pension scheme assets and liabilities. Ability to be objective and sceptical and to have confidence to challenge more senior members of an audit team. High attention to detail and strong problem-solving skills. Takes personal responsibility and accountability for own work. You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to our business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer everyone the opportunity to work in ways that suit them, their teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value and satisfying experiences at work, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions. We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
Dec 06, 2025
Full time
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams leading them. We'll broaden your horizons Audit quality is central to our strategy as an Audit Stream, the key ingredient to our success. Consistent high audit quality enables us to attract, develop and retain talented people and be proud of our work. Audit quality allows us to compete in the market and demonstrate that we can play a key role in market reform. Consistently high audit quality does not happen by chance. It requires a mindset and culture of challenge and professional scepticism, appropriate resources both people and intellectual, investment in central support for engagement teams and technology solutions. Within the last year we have increased our headcount significantly, invested in new partners, and commenced a significant investment programme in our central quality support team. We'll help you succeed The work we do is underpinned by quality. We deliver audits which are trusted and transparent which can be relied upon by companies and their stakeholders. You'll be someone who is comfortable working pro-actively and, managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with other Senior Managers, Directors, and BDO's Partners. You'll help deliver accurate and transparent reporting to all relevant stakeholders as you provide long term value. Reporting to the Pensions Centre of Excellence Director, your role will include: Supporting audit teams on large and complex audits by coaching them, challenging them and assisting in the planning and execution of a high-quality audit of defined benefit pension scheme balances included in the financial statements of a sponsoring or participating employer. Conducting file reviews on live audits to enhance audit quality, while coaching and training engagement teams throughout the process. Contributing to the development of pensions audit methodology and developing workpaper templates and guidance to drive standardisation and best practice. Supporting the delivery and review of pensions audit procedures performed by more junior members of the central Pensions Centre of Excellence team. Developing training materials and presenting/facilitating audit team training sessions. Collaborating with a diverse group of people and acting as an audit of pensions point of contact for other teams/functions across BDO. The individual will need to have audit of pensions experience to senior manager level and ideally previous experience in either an audit quality or Pensions Centre of Excellence role. The individual will have the ability to communicate clearly and concisely both verbally and in writing. This will include being able to converse with individuals of all levels within the Firm. You'll be someone with: The ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team and to use their own initiative to identify and propose potential solutions. Strong communications skills (oral and written reports) and confidence engaging with a variety of senior stakeholders. Good project management and organisational skills. ACA or similar professional accountancy qualification. Strong knowledge of substantive and controls-based audit strategies in the audit of pensions assets, liabilities and related areas. Knowledge of the regulatory challenges and expectations in relation to the audit of defined benefit pension scheme assets and liabilities. Ability to be objective and sceptical and to have confidence to challenge more senior members of an audit team. High attention to detail and strong problem-solving skills. Takes personal responsibility and accountability for own work. You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to our business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer everyone the opportunity to work in ways that suit them, their teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value and satisfying experiences at work, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions. We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
About Us 3173 is a privately owned UK firm of pensions experts with clients throughout the UK, serviced from offices in London, Belfast, Glasgow, Manchester, Birmingham, Bristol and Leeds. The 3173 Group of companies includes Dalriada Trustees Limited (Dalriada) one of the UK's largest professional pension scheme trustee companies. Spence & Partners provides full pension actuarial, consulting, investment consulting and administration services that provide simply smarter solutions for trustees, employers and members and Mantle: reimagines the traditional models of defined benefit pensions administration and actuarial valuation software. The 3173 Culture Our primary aim is to provide interesting, worthwhile and healthy careers for all our people; we believe that this emphasis sets us apart from our competitors. We are defined by our ethos and by our goal: Our ethos is an individual and collective commitment achieved through carefully balancing responsibility with freedom and flexibility, all of which is underpinned by a willingness to work interdependently. When we get this balance right, it is how we do our best work. We look after our staff first and foremost, but for a commercial purpose, which is to deliver great service profitably. By focusing on our goal, we provide the best outcomes for pension scheme members, trustees, and employers. About You You will be working as part of our outsourced pensions management and scheme secretarial team. You will act as the lead and day to day contact for our clients and will manage the delivery of services to the client through our client teams. To make an impact in this role you will be self-motivated and eager to improve member outcomes. Your technical pensions knowledge will be balanced with an ability to effectively communicate to a wide range of stakeholders. Your verbal and written communications will be tailored to suit the needs of the audience, and you will be an active promoter of our pensions management services, including helping respond to business opportunities. You should understand the importance of building and maintaining relationships with clients, networking contacts and your fellow colleagues. You will be expected to work with your team on a range of pension management and scheme secretarial appointments. Your appointments will be varied and could include managing scheme secretarial support to to project and advisor management. You will have proven project management and organisation skills as well as evidence of building and managing relationship skills. You will be able to provide leadership and support to other members of your team. You will have the capability to work independently and collaboratively with colleagues across our multi-site business, to ensure timely and high quality delivery to our clients. You will be committed and driven to deliver service excellence. Responsibilities & Criteria We are a multi-award winning pension services firm and part of an integrated group of privately owned companies. Since our inception we have grown to be one of the largest provider of pensions trusteeship and governance services in the UK, with over 300 appointments. Our pensions specialists are all employed and we are committed to providing professional careers, supporting the Pensions Management Institution (PMI) qualification for our pension managers. Our business is based on a client-centric culture which provides high-quality professional service through strong personal relationships. We have offices in Belfast, Glasgow, Manchester, London, Bristol, Leeds and Birmingham and operate in a hybrid model of working, whereby you will have the opportunity to work in the office and at home. Our team of pensions professionals come from a wide range of professional backgrounds which we would like to further enrich. Therefore we are looking for candidates with a background in pensions management, scheme secretarial, pensions consultancy, pensions administration or pensions project management. Key Responsibilities Core responsibilities include: Act as a lead for outsourced support for in-house pensions teams Act as scheme secretary on a permanent or interim basis Act as day to day contact for clients and scheme advisors Overall project management of a portfolio of pension schemes and specific projects being undertaken Oversee and maintain services in line with the client contract and internal quality standards Lead on issue resolution Oversee delivery of all aspects of pension scheme governance to ensure full compliance/no breaches Own the scheme business plan and lead on addressing any diversion from the plan Monitor budget and ensure recovery and profitability with minimal write-off, identifying out of scope activities Lead on client pensions management projects - for example, management of adviser review projects. Assist with refinement of pensions management processes Check/review supplier bills and oversee payments Business growth responsibilities include: Build a growing network of professional contacts at a regional level Identify business development opportunities and broker an introduction to the business Lead new business pitches Participate in weekly business development calls as appropriate Regularly write blogs and articles as marketing collateral Deliver on client seminars Identify and share opportunities for product and service enhancements through client proposition and revenue generating opportunities Support the growth of new business People leadership & management responsibilities Act as a line manager - setting objectives, giving feedback, appraising performance and addressing performance issues Act as a mentor and support to team members Manage resource requirement across clients Personal growth responsibilities Actively build skills and experience Keep abreast of all regulatory and governance changes Attend training, both technical and other business skills Essential Criteria Team player Solid pensions industry background, with scheme secretarial and governance experiance Recent experience in a role which specifically included occupational pension scheme responsibilities Full understanding of pension management and the work carried out by Dalriada Able to demonstrate technical understanding of pension legislation, regulations and other relevant legislation, codes of practice, including scheme management and compliance, best practice guides and a good knowledge of defined benefit and defined contribution schemes Excellent budget management skills Proven track record of project management exposure Evidence of client management responsibility and ability to manage and progress multiple strands of activity Excellent communication skills, both written and oral, with the ability to articulate technical points into lay terms Excellent organisation skills and ability to prioritise and work to client deadlines Experience of new business activity including new business pitches, networking and attending industry events. Use of computerised systems e.g. Microsoft Office products; in particular Excel, Word and PowerPoint; and the ability to learn and utilise bespoke systems and procedures. Mentoring/line management experience Excellent understanding of profitability Desirable Criteria Attainment of the Pensions Regulator's Trustee toolkit Working towards or successfully completed a relevant Professional Qualification (such as APMI or FPMI) Circumstances Location : UK Wide Working hours: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week with additional hours as and when required. All roles are subject to a six-month probationary period and all prospective employees are required to complete an Access NI check. As part of the pre-hire process the successful candidate will be subject to reference checking security vetting. 3173 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applying with a disability or long-term health condition? As part of our belief that we benefit from the differences among us we are committed to increasing the representation of disabled colleagues and want to remove any barriers or challenges that get in the way of candidates with a disability or long-term health condition from applying to work with us. If there is support or an adjustment that we can provide to enable you to be at your best during the recruitment and selection process, we encourage you to advise us in good time so that we may make suitable arrangements. We understand that being open with us may feel uncomfortable so please only share with us the information that you are comfortable to share, and rest assured that we will use this only to provide you with the right support. Any information you give us will be treated completely confidentially. To discuss this further please call and ask to speak to a member of the P&C team.
Dec 06, 2025
Full time
About Us 3173 is a privately owned UK firm of pensions experts with clients throughout the UK, serviced from offices in London, Belfast, Glasgow, Manchester, Birmingham, Bristol and Leeds. The 3173 Group of companies includes Dalriada Trustees Limited (Dalriada) one of the UK's largest professional pension scheme trustee companies. Spence & Partners provides full pension actuarial, consulting, investment consulting and administration services that provide simply smarter solutions for trustees, employers and members and Mantle: reimagines the traditional models of defined benefit pensions administration and actuarial valuation software. The 3173 Culture Our primary aim is to provide interesting, worthwhile and healthy careers for all our people; we believe that this emphasis sets us apart from our competitors. We are defined by our ethos and by our goal: Our ethos is an individual and collective commitment achieved through carefully balancing responsibility with freedom and flexibility, all of which is underpinned by a willingness to work interdependently. When we get this balance right, it is how we do our best work. We look after our staff first and foremost, but for a commercial purpose, which is to deliver great service profitably. By focusing on our goal, we provide the best outcomes for pension scheme members, trustees, and employers. About You You will be working as part of our outsourced pensions management and scheme secretarial team. You will act as the lead and day to day contact for our clients and will manage the delivery of services to the client through our client teams. To make an impact in this role you will be self-motivated and eager to improve member outcomes. Your technical pensions knowledge will be balanced with an ability to effectively communicate to a wide range of stakeholders. Your verbal and written communications will be tailored to suit the needs of the audience, and you will be an active promoter of our pensions management services, including helping respond to business opportunities. You should understand the importance of building and maintaining relationships with clients, networking contacts and your fellow colleagues. You will be expected to work with your team on a range of pension management and scheme secretarial appointments. Your appointments will be varied and could include managing scheme secretarial support to to project and advisor management. You will have proven project management and organisation skills as well as evidence of building and managing relationship skills. You will be able to provide leadership and support to other members of your team. You will have the capability to work independently and collaboratively with colleagues across our multi-site business, to ensure timely and high quality delivery to our clients. You will be committed and driven to deliver service excellence. Responsibilities & Criteria We are a multi-award winning pension services firm and part of an integrated group of privately owned companies. Since our inception we have grown to be one of the largest provider of pensions trusteeship and governance services in the UK, with over 300 appointments. Our pensions specialists are all employed and we are committed to providing professional careers, supporting the Pensions Management Institution (PMI) qualification for our pension managers. Our business is based on a client-centric culture which provides high-quality professional service through strong personal relationships. We have offices in Belfast, Glasgow, Manchester, London, Bristol, Leeds and Birmingham and operate in a hybrid model of working, whereby you will have the opportunity to work in the office and at home. Our team of pensions professionals come from a wide range of professional backgrounds which we would like to further enrich. Therefore we are looking for candidates with a background in pensions management, scheme secretarial, pensions consultancy, pensions administration or pensions project management. Key Responsibilities Core responsibilities include: Act as a lead for outsourced support for in-house pensions teams Act as scheme secretary on a permanent or interim basis Act as day to day contact for clients and scheme advisors Overall project management of a portfolio of pension schemes and specific projects being undertaken Oversee and maintain services in line with the client contract and internal quality standards Lead on issue resolution Oversee delivery of all aspects of pension scheme governance to ensure full compliance/no breaches Own the scheme business plan and lead on addressing any diversion from the plan Monitor budget and ensure recovery and profitability with minimal write-off, identifying out of scope activities Lead on client pensions management projects - for example, management of adviser review projects. Assist with refinement of pensions management processes Check/review supplier bills and oversee payments Business growth responsibilities include: Build a growing network of professional contacts at a regional level Identify business development opportunities and broker an introduction to the business Lead new business pitches Participate in weekly business development calls as appropriate Regularly write blogs and articles as marketing collateral Deliver on client seminars Identify and share opportunities for product and service enhancements through client proposition and revenue generating opportunities Support the growth of new business People leadership & management responsibilities Act as a line manager - setting objectives, giving feedback, appraising performance and addressing performance issues Act as a mentor and support to team members Manage resource requirement across clients Personal growth responsibilities Actively build skills and experience Keep abreast of all regulatory and governance changes Attend training, both technical and other business skills Essential Criteria Team player Solid pensions industry background, with scheme secretarial and governance experiance Recent experience in a role which specifically included occupational pension scheme responsibilities Full understanding of pension management and the work carried out by Dalriada Able to demonstrate technical understanding of pension legislation, regulations and other relevant legislation, codes of practice, including scheme management and compliance, best practice guides and a good knowledge of defined benefit and defined contribution schemes Excellent budget management skills Proven track record of project management exposure Evidence of client management responsibility and ability to manage and progress multiple strands of activity Excellent communication skills, both written and oral, with the ability to articulate technical points into lay terms Excellent organisation skills and ability to prioritise and work to client deadlines Experience of new business activity including new business pitches, networking and attending industry events. Use of computerised systems e.g. Microsoft Office products; in particular Excel, Word and PowerPoint; and the ability to learn and utilise bespoke systems and procedures. Mentoring/line management experience Excellent understanding of profitability Desirable Criteria Attainment of the Pensions Regulator's Trustee toolkit Working towards or successfully completed a relevant Professional Qualification (such as APMI or FPMI) Circumstances Location : UK Wide Working hours: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week with additional hours as and when required. All roles are subject to a six-month probationary period and all prospective employees are required to complete an Access NI check. As part of the pre-hire process the successful candidate will be subject to reference checking security vetting. 3173 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applying with a disability or long-term health condition? As part of our belief that we benefit from the differences among us we are committed to increasing the representation of disabled colleagues and want to remove any barriers or challenges that get in the way of candidates with a disability or long-term health condition from applying to work with us. If there is support or an adjustment that we can provide to enable you to be at your best during the recruitment and selection process, we encourage you to advise us in good time so that we may make suitable arrangements. We understand that being open with us may feel uncomfortable so please only share with us the information that you are comfortable to share, and rest assured that we will use this only to provide you with the right support. Any information you give us will be treated completely confidentially. To discuss this further please call and ask to speak to a member of the P&C team.
Select how often (in days) to receive an alert: Head of UK&I Pension and Benefits Location: Birmingham, GB Company: Alstom Appointment Basis: Permanent Apply by: 01/12/2025 Excellent Salary and Benefits including bonus and car/car allowance At Alstom, we understand transport networks and what moves people. From high-speed trains, metros, monorails, and trams, to turnkey systems, services, infrastructure, signalling and digital mobility, we offer our diverse customers the broadest portfolio in the industry. Every day, 80,000 colleagues lead the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide, connecting cities as we reduce carbon and replace cars. Your future role Take on a new challenge and apply your expertise in pensions and benefits in a global organisation. You will be responsible for advising on and coordinating Alstom's benefits strategy across the UK and Ireland, covering areas such as pensions, medical and social benefits, life and disability coverage, savings plans, stock options, and other non-cash perks like company cars. You will also oversee the development and maintenance of UK&I policies related to pensions and employee benefits ensuring these documents are regularly updated and easily accessible to all employees. We are looking for someone who is eager to make an impact today. This role offers the opportunity to take ownership of key responsibilities from the start, with a clear pathway for growth and the potential to progress into a more senior position. If you're curious to learn more about the role and the career path this role offers, feel free to reach out to Alisha Limbu at . Kindly note that we are not engaging with agencies for this role. We'll look to you for: Group Policy Ensure UK&I compliance with the Group Pension & Benefits Policy, approve changes, implementations and terminations of benefit plans. Approve changes, implementations and terminations of benefit plans. Ensure compliance with policies and guidelines taking into account local market practices, cultures, legislations and requirements. Ensure that the repository Benefit referencing model is maintained at a local level. Lead the UK&I benefits strategy and supervise all benefit programs including health, retirement for all of Alstom entities. Lead, for the UK and Ireland, on Group initiatives such as the Total Reward Statements and International Pooling. Support in conducting plan design and impact analysis to support improved decision making and proposal development. Contribute to global Wellbeing policy and action plans. Pensions Lead on behalf of the Company and report to the UK&I Senior Leadership Team and the Group Pensions Committee on all funding and investment strategy. Lead on innovative ideas for reducing Net liability and reducing Risk in the Group's Accounts. Participate in main local Trust and Committees for pensions. Act as Secretary to local Committees. Validate changes of consultant, actuary, administrator, insurance. company and investment managers. Lead with finance on the UK&I and Group accounting for pension costs Participate in internal audit process on Pensions consolidation. All about you We value passion and attitude over experience. That's why we don't expect you to have every single skill. Instead, we've listed some that we think will help you succeed and grow in this role: Post graduate qualification with recognised professional body (for example Institute and Faculty of Actuaries or the Pensions Management Institute) or equivalent experience. Extensive industry knowledge in employee pensions and benefits. Exposure to an international environment. Proven ability and experience of working in fast-paced corporate shared service environment. Computer literate, excellent level of Word, PowerPoint, Excel including VBA. Knowledge of benefit programs/laws/regulations, and ability to assess financial implications of rewards programs. Experience of HR operational aspects (Talent availability, Salary & Benefit, Legal/Labour Compliance, Income Tax, Social Context) is highly desirable. Experience as a Benefits external consultant would be an asset. Experience with mergers and acquisitions and international expansion is a plus. Background in actuary would be highly beneficial. Things you'll enjoy Join us on a life-long transformative journey - the rail industry is here to stay, so you can grow and develop new skills and experiences throughout your career. You'll also: Enjoy stability, challenges and a long-term career free from boring daily routines. The role offers car or car allowance. Collaborate with transverse teams and helpful colleagues. Contribute to innovative projects. Utilise our dynamic, inclusive, and safety-focused working environment. Steer your career in whatever direction you choose across functions and countries. Benefit from our investment in your development, through award-winning learning. Benefit from a fair and dynamic reward package that recognises your performance and potential, plus comprehensive and competitive social coverage (life, medical, pension). Up to 52 weeks full maternity and adoption pay. 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with the opportunity to buy or sell holiday. A wide range of flexible benefits that you can tailor to suit your lifestyle. You don't need to be a train enthusiast to thrive with us. We guarantee that when you step onto one of our trains with your friends or family, you'll be proud. If you're up for the challenge, we'd love to hear from you! Equal opportunity statement Alstom is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive working environment where all our employees are encouraged to reach their full potential, and individual differences are valued and respected. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by local law. As a 'Disability Confident' employer, we will interview all disabled job applicants who match the essential criteria of the job description or specification. We will consider flexible working requests for all roles unless operational requirements prevent otherwise.
Dec 05, 2025
Full time
Select how often (in days) to receive an alert: Head of UK&I Pension and Benefits Location: Birmingham, GB Company: Alstom Appointment Basis: Permanent Apply by: 01/12/2025 Excellent Salary and Benefits including bonus and car/car allowance At Alstom, we understand transport networks and what moves people. From high-speed trains, metros, monorails, and trams, to turnkey systems, services, infrastructure, signalling and digital mobility, we offer our diverse customers the broadest portfolio in the industry. Every day, 80,000 colleagues lead the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide, connecting cities as we reduce carbon and replace cars. Your future role Take on a new challenge and apply your expertise in pensions and benefits in a global organisation. You will be responsible for advising on and coordinating Alstom's benefits strategy across the UK and Ireland, covering areas such as pensions, medical and social benefits, life and disability coverage, savings plans, stock options, and other non-cash perks like company cars. You will also oversee the development and maintenance of UK&I policies related to pensions and employee benefits ensuring these documents are regularly updated and easily accessible to all employees. We are looking for someone who is eager to make an impact today. This role offers the opportunity to take ownership of key responsibilities from the start, with a clear pathway for growth and the potential to progress into a more senior position. If you're curious to learn more about the role and the career path this role offers, feel free to reach out to Alisha Limbu at . Kindly note that we are not engaging with agencies for this role. We'll look to you for: Group Policy Ensure UK&I compliance with the Group Pension & Benefits Policy, approve changes, implementations and terminations of benefit plans. Approve changes, implementations and terminations of benefit plans. Ensure compliance with policies and guidelines taking into account local market practices, cultures, legislations and requirements. Ensure that the repository Benefit referencing model is maintained at a local level. Lead the UK&I benefits strategy and supervise all benefit programs including health, retirement for all of Alstom entities. Lead, for the UK and Ireland, on Group initiatives such as the Total Reward Statements and International Pooling. Support in conducting plan design and impact analysis to support improved decision making and proposal development. Contribute to global Wellbeing policy and action plans. Pensions Lead on behalf of the Company and report to the UK&I Senior Leadership Team and the Group Pensions Committee on all funding and investment strategy. Lead on innovative ideas for reducing Net liability and reducing Risk in the Group's Accounts. Participate in main local Trust and Committees for pensions. Act as Secretary to local Committees. Validate changes of consultant, actuary, administrator, insurance. company and investment managers. Lead with finance on the UK&I and Group accounting for pension costs Participate in internal audit process on Pensions consolidation. All about you We value passion and attitude over experience. That's why we don't expect you to have every single skill. Instead, we've listed some that we think will help you succeed and grow in this role: Post graduate qualification with recognised professional body (for example Institute and Faculty of Actuaries or the Pensions Management Institute) or equivalent experience. Extensive industry knowledge in employee pensions and benefits. Exposure to an international environment. Proven ability and experience of working in fast-paced corporate shared service environment. Computer literate, excellent level of Word, PowerPoint, Excel including VBA. Knowledge of benefit programs/laws/regulations, and ability to assess financial implications of rewards programs. Experience of HR operational aspects (Talent availability, Salary & Benefit, Legal/Labour Compliance, Income Tax, Social Context) is highly desirable. Experience as a Benefits external consultant would be an asset. Experience with mergers and acquisitions and international expansion is a plus. Background in actuary would be highly beneficial. Things you'll enjoy Join us on a life-long transformative journey - the rail industry is here to stay, so you can grow and develop new skills and experiences throughout your career. You'll also: Enjoy stability, challenges and a long-term career free from boring daily routines. The role offers car or car allowance. Collaborate with transverse teams and helpful colleagues. Contribute to innovative projects. Utilise our dynamic, inclusive, and safety-focused working environment. Steer your career in whatever direction you choose across functions and countries. Benefit from our investment in your development, through award-winning learning. Benefit from a fair and dynamic reward package that recognises your performance and potential, plus comprehensive and competitive social coverage (life, medical, pension). Up to 52 weeks full maternity and adoption pay. 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with the opportunity to buy or sell holiday. A wide range of flexible benefits that you can tailor to suit your lifestyle. You don't need to be a train enthusiast to thrive with us. We guarantee that when you step onto one of our trains with your friends or family, you'll be proud. If you're up for the challenge, we'd love to hear from you! Equal opportunity statement Alstom is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive working environment where all our employees are encouraged to reach their full potential, and individual differences are valued and respected. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by local law. As a 'Disability Confident' employer, we will interview all disabled job applicants who match the essential criteria of the job description or specification. We will consider flexible working requests for all roles unless operational requirements prevent otherwise.
The job itself About East Riding Pension Fund East Riding Pension Fund, based in Goole, is responsible for administering the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) on behalf of more than 340 employers and supporting over 130,000 members. Our recently restructured administration team, of 75 dedicated professionals, is committed to delivering an outstanding pensions administration service to members, employers and other stakeholders and are constantly striving to improve and innovate our service delivery. The Role An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our Employer Governance Team as a Senior Pensions Officer. We are seeking a positive and experienced Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) administrator with exceptional communication skills. Are you a confident team manager looking for a new challenge? An experience LGPS administrator ready to take your first step into leadership? If so, this role could be for you. In this role, you will assist the Principal Pensions Officer in ensuring the effective and compliant operation of the pension administration service. You will lead a team responsible for supporting Scheme employers through training, communication, and performance monitoring, while ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations and standards. Key Responsibilities You will be responsible for upholding excellent pensions services within the Employer Governance Team including: Lead, motivate, and develop the Employer Governance team to deliver high-quality support to Scheme employers. Allocate workloads, monitor performance, and provide coaching and guidance. Oversee training programs for Scheme employers on processes, regulations, and system use. Maintain effective communication channels to ensure employers understand their responsibilities. Manage the process for employer admissions and cessations in line with Scheme rules and regulatory requirements. Liaise with actuaries and legal advisors as necessary. Evaluate employer covenant strength and financial stability to mitigate risk to the Fund. Maintain accurate records and reporting for covenant assessments. Ensure the employer database is accurate, up-to-date, and compliant with GDPR. Monitor employer performance and escalation issues where necessary. Ensure adherence to: Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) regulations Actuarial standards and valuation requirements Guidance from The Pensions Regulator GDPR and data protection legislation Identify opportunities to improve processes and enhance employer engagement. Contribute to projects and initiatives that support the strategic objectives of the Fund. The Candidate This role calls for strong leadership and team management skills. In-depth knowledge of pension administration and LGPS regulations. Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities are essential along with high attention to detail and commitment to compliance and proficiency in data management and reporting systems. We support blended working arrangements, facilitating employees to balance professional and personal commitments. New team members will undergo comprehensive training based at our Goole offices before transitioning to a flexible blend of office and remote work.
Dec 05, 2025
Full time
The job itself About East Riding Pension Fund East Riding Pension Fund, based in Goole, is responsible for administering the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) on behalf of more than 340 employers and supporting over 130,000 members. Our recently restructured administration team, of 75 dedicated professionals, is committed to delivering an outstanding pensions administration service to members, employers and other stakeholders and are constantly striving to improve and innovate our service delivery. The Role An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our Employer Governance Team as a Senior Pensions Officer. We are seeking a positive and experienced Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) administrator with exceptional communication skills. Are you a confident team manager looking for a new challenge? An experience LGPS administrator ready to take your first step into leadership? If so, this role could be for you. In this role, you will assist the Principal Pensions Officer in ensuring the effective and compliant operation of the pension administration service. You will lead a team responsible for supporting Scheme employers through training, communication, and performance monitoring, while ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations and standards. Key Responsibilities You will be responsible for upholding excellent pensions services within the Employer Governance Team including: Lead, motivate, and develop the Employer Governance team to deliver high-quality support to Scheme employers. Allocate workloads, monitor performance, and provide coaching and guidance. Oversee training programs for Scheme employers on processes, regulations, and system use. Maintain effective communication channels to ensure employers understand their responsibilities. Manage the process for employer admissions and cessations in line with Scheme rules and regulatory requirements. Liaise with actuaries and legal advisors as necessary. Evaluate employer covenant strength and financial stability to mitigate risk to the Fund. Maintain accurate records and reporting for covenant assessments. Ensure the employer database is accurate, up-to-date, and compliant with GDPR. Monitor employer performance and escalation issues where necessary. Ensure adherence to: Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) regulations Actuarial standards and valuation requirements Guidance from The Pensions Regulator GDPR and data protection legislation Identify opportunities to improve processes and enhance employer engagement. Contribute to projects and initiatives that support the strategic objectives of the Fund. The Candidate This role calls for strong leadership and team management skills. In-depth knowledge of pension administration and LGPS regulations. Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities are essential along with high attention to detail and commitment to compliance and proficiency in data management and reporting systems. We support blended working arrangements, facilitating employees to balance professional and personal commitments. New team members will undergo comprehensive training based at our Goole offices before transitioning to a flexible blend of office and remote work.
PIM Operational Change Manager page is loaded PIM Operational Change Managerlocations: Londontime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR2251 Fund Operation Change ManagerWe have an incredible opportunity to join our Operations team as an Operational Change Manager, based in our London office on a permeant basis (hybrid working). Who we areRailpen is responsible for the safekeeping and investment of around £34 billion in assets and the administration of several pension schemes, including the Railways Pension Scheme, one of the UK's largest and longest established pension funds.Our heritage of looking after the pension needs of the rail industry and its employees gives us our name and our unique outlook on how we serve our members. Railpen takes a holistic view, focusing on how we serve members today and how we can positively impact the communities and the world they will retire into.To learn more about Railpen including our values, culture and purpose, visit our LinkedIn Life page . The RoleThe Operational Change Manager will have responsibility to work in partnership with all departments of the Pensions Investment Management (PIM) business unit, looking across their products and propositions with an eye on how change and technology can support them. Both from a business as usual perspective, and a strategic propositionThis role will help oversee the successful delivery of IT & Change services into the Railpen Pensions Investment management business. They will also work closely with our core portfolio management system, Charles River, providing input into strategic capabilities of the platform, BAU issues, and planned enhancements and upgrades.This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK. The PersonThe successful candidate will be an experienced operations or change professional and subject matter expert within the Pension/Asset Management industry, specifically proposition, product and investment solutions for UK pension schemes. You will also have a sound understanding of DB and DC occupational pension schemes coupled with UK, EMEA and global pension structures. We are looking for someone who has a successful track record of delivering projects and enhancements using their existing knowledge of a broad range of underlying asset classes including equities, fixed income, real estate, private equity and cash.To be successful in this role you will be adaptable and have the ability to make sound decisions in ambiguous situations, whilst planning for both the short and long term. You will be collaborative in your approach when actively seeking the views of the organisation to allow you to unite diverse individuals and opinions and reach mutually agreed positions. Being an effective and influential communicator is key to this role to allow you to drive innovative solutions and influence the business.Our values of integrity, community and alignment are the guiding principles that influence our behaviour. They help us make decisions and shape our relationships with others. They're what we stand for. You will actively demonstrate our values, helping to create a safe environment, to place the needs of the community above oneself and, through a culture of 'fair challenge', align to the best interests of our members. What we can offer you Rewarding you A competitive salary 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays Generous annual bonus plan We provide membership of the Railways Pension Scheme, a Defined Benefit arrangement under which you get a pension for life and a lump sum when you retire, based on your length of service and pay 4x Life Assurance cover Colleague referral scheme Heath & Wellbeing Private Medical Insurance Employee assistance programme Health cash plan Eye care vouchers Flu vaccination Lifestyle We support hybrid and flexible working along with very generous family leave including 12 months full pay maternity leave and 6 months full pay paternity leave Buy and sell holidays Give as you earn scheme Paid volunteering days Flexible half days leave Electric vehicle leasing Cycle to work scheme Next StepsPlease apply for the apply button or visit by Monday 15th December 2025. Railpen is committed to creating an inclusive and diverse environment, we value diversity and welcome people from all backgrounds and walks of life .
Dec 05, 2025
Full time
PIM Operational Change Manager page is loaded PIM Operational Change Managerlocations: Londontime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR2251 Fund Operation Change ManagerWe have an incredible opportunity to join our Operations team as an Operational Change Manager, based in our London office on a permeant basis (hybrid working). Who we areRailpen is responsible for the safekeeping and investment of around £34 billion in assets and the administration of several pension schemes, including the Railways Pension Scheme, one of the UK's largest and longest established pension funds.Our heritage of looking after the pension needs of the rail industry and its employees gives us our name and our unique outlook on how we serve our members. Railpen takes a holistic view, focusing on how we serve members today and how we can positively impact the communities and the world they will retire into.To learn more about Railpen including our values, culture and purpose, visit our LinkedIn Life page . The RoleThe Operational Change Manager will have responsibility to work in partnership with all departments of the Pensions Investment Management (PIM) business unit, looking across their products and propositions with an eye on how change and technology can support them. Both from a business as usual perspective, and a strategic propositionThis role will help oversee the successful delivery of IT & Change services into the Railpen Pensions Investment management business. They will also work closely with our core portfolio management system, Charles River, providing input into strategic capabilities of the platform, BAU issues, and planned enhancements and upgrades.This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK. The PersonThe successful candidate will be an experienced operations or change professional and subject matter expert within the Pension/Asset Management industry, specifically proposition, product and investment solutions for UK pension schemes. You will also have a sound understanding of DB and DC occupational pension schemes coupled with UK, EMEA and global pension structures. We are looking for someone who has a successful track record of delivering projects and enhancements using their existing knowledge of a broad range of underlying asset classes including equities, fixed income, real estate, private equity and cash.To be successful in this role you will be adaptable and have the ability to make sound decisions in ambiguous situations, whilst planning for both the short and long term. You will be collaborative in your approach when actively seeking the views of the organisation to allow you to unite diverse individuals and opinions and reach mutually agreed positions. Being an effective and influential communicator is key to this role to allow you to drive innovative solutions and influence the business.Our values of integrity, community and alignment are the guiding principles that influence our behaviour. They help us make decisions and shape our relationships with others. They're what we stand for. You will actively demonstrate our values, helping to create a safe environment, to place the needs of the community above oneself and, through a culture of 'fair challenge', align to the best interests of our members. What we can offer you Rewarding you A competitive salary 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays Generous annual bonus plan We provide membership of the Railways Pension Scheme, a Defined Benefit arrangement under which you get a pension for life and a lump sum when you retire, based on your length of service and pay 4x Life Assurance cover Colleague referral scheme Heath & Wellbeing Private Medical Insurance Employee assistance programme Health cash plan Eye care vouchers Flu vaccination Lifestyle We support hybrid and flexible working along with very generous family leave including 12 months full pay maternity leave and 6 months full pay paternity leave Buy and sell holidays Give as you earn scheme Paid volunteering days Flexible half days leave Electric vehicle leasing Cycle to work scheme Next StepsPlease apply for the apply button or visit by Monday 15th December 2025. Railpen is committed to creating an inclusive and diverse environment, we value diversity and welcome people from all backgrounds and walks of life .
Business Unit: Group Human Resources Salary range: £37,600 - £52,000 per annum Location: UK Hybrid - Glasgow or Edinburgh Contract type: Permanent Our Team We're looking for a Pensions Business Partner within our Group Pensions Team to support our Defined Benefit Pension Scheme and Trustee Board. As part of the Pensions and Benefits Team you'll work in partnership with the Company and Pension Trustees to support with the delivery of our Pension agenda. Reporting to the Head of Pensions & Benefits, you'll have a wealth of defined benefit pensions knowledge and be able to draw on your experience to build positive effective relationships with both internal and external stakeholders, to deliver against our objectives and ensure we are getting the best from our partners. What you'll be doing Providing pension support to the Defined Benefit Trustee Board and Sponsor. Supporting the Trustee Board and Sub-committee meetings, with a particular focus on pension administration, including preparation of meeting papers as required. Acting as a key liaison for the Administration Sub-Committee, ensuring timely updates, coordination of actions, and delivery of administration-related objectives and ongoing projects. Providing support to Scheme members, overseeing member complaints and dispute resolutions with guidance from legal advisor. Ensuring delivery of Scheme calendar of events, actions from meetings and business plans. Supporting the Scheme's communication strategy. Managing third party suppliers to the Scheme, including attendance at relationship meetings. Providing oversight to third party supplier budgets. Providing support to the Scheme's suppliers and the wider HR Team. Reviewing and processing supplier invoices. Monitoring scheme cashflows and processing financial transactions in relation to the Schemes' investments. Overseeing the reconciliation of monthly scheme expenditure. Managing election processes for Member Nominated Trustee Directors. We need you to have An in-depth working knowledge and experience of Defined benefit pension administration and governance. Thorough working knowledge of pensions, including both technical aspects and administration. Knowledge of principles of Internal Dispute Resolution and experience of handling member complaints. Proven ability to work with and manage third-party suppliers, including overseeing outsourced pension administration providers. Background in working within an in-house pension environment or external consultancy. Track record of collaborating with multiple stakeholders, including pension scheme trustees. Excellent communication and organisational skills. Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment. It's a bonus if you have but not essential Broad knowledge of Defined Contribution pension arrangements would be an advantage. Red Hot Rewards 25 days holiday per year, increasing over time to 30. Plus, an option to buy more, giving you even more choice. Private medical insurance A highly competitive pension to help you build a strong foundation for retirement Access to an annual performance related bonus Training and development to help you progress your career A great selection of additional benefits through our flexible benefits scheme Life assurance to provide peace of mind for you and your loved ones Up to 2 days of paid volunteering a year If we're lucky to receive a lot of interest, we may close the advert early. Please ensure to submit your applications as soon as possible. Say hello to Virgin Money Virgin Money is so much more than just a bank. As part of the Nationwide group, together we're the UK's first full service mutual bank serving millions of retail and business customers and all driven by our purpose: Banking but fairer, more rewarding and for the good of society. With us, you'll be part of an organisation uniquely positioned to make a difference to the lives of customers, communities and broader society and embark on a collaborative, customer obsessed, and fun filled career journey. Embrace the weekdays, enjoy fantastic perks, and make a meaningful positive difference. Time to discover what it means to be part of the first mutual full service banking provider. Be yourself at Virgin Money At Virgin Money, we celebrate everyone. We have fun, think big, and relentlessly include each other, all in pursuit of our purpose: Banking - but fairer, more rewarding, and for the good of society. We're committed to creating an inclusive culture where colleagues feel safe and inspired to contribute, speak up and be heard. As a Disability Confident Leader, we're committed to removing any obstacles to inclusion. If you need any reasonable adjustments or support making your application, contact our Talent Acquisition team Please note: If we receive a high volume of eligible applications, we may need to prioritise candidates whose skills and experience most closely align with the role, while still ensuring fair and equitable consideration for all applicants. Now the legal bit Although some of our roles allow you to be based anywhere in the UK, we'll need you to confirm you have the right to work in the UK. If you're successful in securing a role with us, there are some checks you need to complete before starting. These include credit and criminal record checks and three years' worth of satisfactory references. If the role is part of the Senior Manager Regime and Certification Regime, it requires enhanced pre employment checks - we'll ask for six years of regulatory references, and once in the role, you'll be subject to periodic employment checks.
Dec 05, 2025
Full time
Business Unit: Group Human Resources Salary range: £37,600 - £52,000 per annum Location: UK Hybrid - Glasgow or Edinburgh Contract type: Permanent Our Team We're looking for a Pensions Business Partner within our Group Pensions Team to support our Defined Benefit Pension Scheme and Trustee Board. As part of the Pensions and Benefits Team you'll work in partnership with the Company and Pension Trustees to support with the delivery of our Pension agenda. Reporting to the Head of Pensions & Benefits, you'll have a wealth of defined benefit pensions knowledge and be able to draw on your experience to build positive effective relationships with both internal and external stakeholders, to deliver against our objectives and ensure we are getting the best from our partners. What you'll be doing Providing pension support to the Defined Benefit Trustee Board and Sponsor. Supporting the Trustee Board and Sub-committee meetings, with a particular focus on pension administration, including preparation of meeting papers as required. Acting as a key liaison for the Administration Sub-Committee, ensuring timely updates, coordination of actions, and delivery of administration-related objectives and ongoing projects. Providing support to Scheme members, overseeing member complaints and dispute resolutions with guidance from legal advisor. Ensuring delivery of Scheme calendar of events, actions from meetings and business plans. Supporting the Scheme's communication strategy. Managing third party suppliers to the Scheme, including attendance at relationship meetings. Providing oversight to third party supplier budgets. Providing support to the Scheme's suppliers and the wider HR Team. Reviewing and processing supplier invoices. Monitoring scheme cashflows and processing financial transactions in relation to the Schemes' investments. Overseeing the reconciliation of monthly scheme expenditure. Managing election processes for Member Nominated Trustee Directors. We need you to have An in-depth working knowledge and experience of Defined benefit pension administration and governance. Thorough working knowledge of pensions, including both technical aspects and administration. Knowledge of principles of Internal Dispute Resolution and experience of handling member complaints. Proven ability to work with and manage third-party suppliers, including overseeing outsourced pension administration providers. Background in working within an in-house pension environment or external consultancy. Track record of collaborating with multiple stakeholders, including pension scheme trustees. Excellent communication and organisational skills. Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment. It's a bonus if you have but not essential Broad knowledge of Defined Contribution pension arrangements would be an advantage. Red Hot Rewards 25 days holiday per year, increasing over time to 30. Plus, an option to buy more, giving you even more choice. Private medical insurance A highly competitive pension to help you build a strong foundation for retirement Access to an annual performance related bonus Training and development to help you progress your career A great selection of additional benefits through our flexible benefits scheme Life assurance to provide peace of mind for you and your loved ones Up to 2 days of paid volunteering a year If we're lucky to receive a lot of interest, we may close the advert early. Please ensure to submit your applications as soon as possible. Say hello to Virgin Money Virgin Money is so much more than just a bank. As part of the Nationwide group, together we're the UK's first full service mutual bank serving millions of retail and business customers and all driven by our purpose: Banking but fairer, more rewarding and for the good of society. With us, you'll be part of an organisation uniquely positioned to make a difference to the lives of customers, communities and broader society and embark on a collaborative, customer obsessed, and fun filled career journey. Embrace the weekdays, enjoy fantastic perks, and make a meaningful positive difference. Time to discover what it means to be part of the first mutual full service banking provider. Be yourself at Virgin Money At Virgin Money, we celebrate everyone. We have fun, think big, and relentlessly include each other, all in pursuit of our purpose: Banking - but fairer, more rewarding, and for the good of society. We're committed to creating an inclusive culture where colleagues feel safe and inspired to contribute, speak up and be heard. As a Disability Confident Leader, we're committed to removing any obstacles to inclusion. If you need any reasonable adjustments or support making your application, contact our Talent Acquisition team Please note: If we receive a high volume of eligible applications, we may need to prioritise candidates whose skills and experience most closely align with the role, while still ensuring fair and equitable consideration for all applicants. Now the legal bit Although some of our roles allow you to be based anywhere in the UK, we'll need you to confirm you have the right to work in the UK. If you're successful in securing a role with us, there are some checks you need to complete before starting. These include credit and criminal record checks and three years' worth of satisfactory references. If the role is part of the Senior Manager Regime and Certification Regime, it requires enhanced pre employment checks - we'll ask for six years of regulatory references, and once in the role, you'll be subject to periodic employment checks.
The Management Accountant is responsible for ensuring that the staff and Trustees are supplied with timely, accurate and relevant financial information. This includes budgets for the Museum, trading subsidiary, individual departments and capital and revenue projects as necessary, as well as quarterly management accounts, cash flow and forecast, with additional analyses and reports as necessary. This is a demanding post requiring attention to detail, the ability to take an overview and to make progress with several tasks in parallel. It is also an exceptional opportunity to work in a small and friendly environment at a busy and challenging time. The ideal candidate will have some understanding of the museum sector and an interest in the work of a high-profile National Museum. The Finance team is headed by the Finance Director and in addition to the Management Accountant there is a Finance Manager and Finance Assistant. The Museum employs around 80 members of staff (48 FTE). Key responsibilities: Preparation of management reports, accurate quarterly forecasts and assistance with preparation of the year-end financial statements. Preparation of information for regular and ad hoc returns to DCMS and other external bodies. Ensure compliance with donor restrictions, public and charitable sector regulations and guidelines. Analysis of Museum-wide income and expenditure streams to monitor and improve efficiency and profitability. Provide and review financial information for funding applications. Key to the successful execution of these duties would be an understanding of financial information in relationship to the activities of the Museum and to explain these clearly to the Senior Management Team and Trustees. To provide the Board of Directors of the trading subsidiary, Soane Museum Enterprises, with relevant financial and management accounting information and to attend the quarterly meetings as required. With the Finance Director, ensure compliance with the Treasury publication Managing Public Money , Financial Reporting Manual (FReM), the Framework Document issued by DCMS, Cabinet Office control of Civil Service Pensions and the Statement of Recommended Practice on Accounting and Reporting by Charities (SORP FRS 102). As part of the finance team, work with the auditors of the Museum and SME and the internal auditor. To work with the Finance Director liaising with DCMS on financial and other matters and developing a good working relationship. This includes completion of annual and other reports including the Museum s submissions for the periodic Spending Reviews. To maintain financial and internal control systems, mindful of the requirements of the Finance, Audit and Risk Committee, internal audit and the NAO. To provide papers in a timely manner for meetings of the Trustees and their Finance, Audit and Risk Committee and to attend meetings, as required. To contribute financial expertise to Museum-wide projects and initiatives. Work one day a quarter on the weekend rota to support front of house staff (for which TOIL is given). Person Specification Educated to degree level or equivalent experience with an accountancy qualification ACA/CIMA. Good technical knowledge of relevant Accounting Standards. (Knowledge of government accounting would also be desirable.) Experience ideally within the charity/not-for-profit sector or an understanding of compiling charity SORP and company accounts. A broad understanding of VAT requirements (including partial exemption methods) and other taxation issues such as the operation of Gift Aid in the charity sector and corporation tax within trading subsidiaries. Excellent communication skills with a willingness to take a hands-on approach. The Museum has only a small staff covering a multitude of disciplines working closely together in a cooperative environment. An ability to prioritise workload and use initiative with problem solving skills and attention to detail. - Excellent IT skills, including advanced Excel, and a working knowledge of accounting systems, preferably with direct experience of Sage. - An interest in the museum sector. Remuneration This is a 3 days a week post at a salary of £23,735 pa, (£39,558 FTE) 16 days annual leave plus (pro-rata of 26.5 days) and pro-rata Bank and public holidays Museum staff can choose to join an excellent, defined benefits pension scheme, the Principal Civil Service Scheme Alpha. The Museum provides an annual season ticket loan. We have Hybrid Working and this post-holder can work for 1 day a week at home, on the completion of the 6 month probationary period. Our policy allowing flexible start and finish times means that staff can choose to start work between 8.00am and 10.00 am in the morning and finish correspondingly between 4.00pm and 6.00pm. Our Annual Report can be found in the Governance and Management section of our website. Applications: The deadline for applications is Wednesday 31 December 2025. Interviews will be held in the Museum on Friday 16 January 2026. Please apply by sending a covering letter describing how you meet the criteria for this post with your CV and the names and email addresses of two referees.
Dec 05, 2025
Full time
The Management Accountant is responsible for ensuring that the staff and Trustees are supplied with timely, accurate and relevant financial information. This includes budgets for the Museum, trading subsidiary, individual departments and capital and revenue projects as necessary, as well as quarterly management accounts, cash flow and forecast, with additional analyses and reports as necessary. This is a demanding post requiring attention to detail, the ability to take an overview and to make progress with several tasks in parallel. It is also an exceptional opportunity to work in a small and friendly environment at a busy and challenging time. The ideal candidate will have some understanding of the museum sector and an interest in the work of a high-profile National Museum. The Finance team is headed by the Finance Director and in addition to the Management Accountant there is a Finance Manager and Finance Assistant. The Museum employs around 80 members of staff (48 FTE). Key responsibilities: Preparation of management reports, accurate quarterly forecasts and assistance with preparation of the year-end financial statements. Preparation of information for regular and ad hoc returns to DCMS and other external bodies. Ensure compliance with donor restrictions, public and charitable sector regulations and guidelines. Analysis of Museum-wide income and expenditure streams to monitor and improve efficiency and profitability. Provide and review financial information for funding applications. Key to the successful execution of these duties would be an understanding of financial information in relationship to the activities of the Museum and to explain these clearly to the Senior Management Team and Trustees. To provide the Board of Directors of the trading subsidiary, Soane Museum Enterprises, with relevant financial and management accounting information and to attend the quarterly meetings as required. With the Finance Director, ensure compliance with the Treasury publication Managing Public Money , Financial Reporting Manual (FReM), the Framework Document issued by DCMS, Cabinet Office control of Civil Service Pensions and the Statement of Recommended Practice on Accounting and Reporting by Charities (SORP FRS 102). As part of the finance team, work with the auditors of the Museum and SME and the internal auditor. To work with the Finance Director liaising with DCMS on financial and other matters and developing a good working relationship. This includes completion of annual and other reports including the Museum s submissions for the periodic Spending Reviews. To maintain financial and internal control systems, mindful of the requirements of the Finance, Audit and Risk Committee, internal audit and the NAO. To provide papers in a timely manner for meetings of the Trustees and their Finance, Audit and Risk Committee and to attend meetings, as required. To contribute financial expertise to Museum-wide projects and initiatives. Work one day a quarter on the weekend rota to support front of house staff (for which TOIL is given). Person Specification Educated to degree level or equivalent experience with an accountancy qualification ACA/CIMA. Good technical knowledge of relevant Accounting Standards. (Knowledge of government accounting would also be desirable.) Experience ideally within the charity/not-for-profit sector or an understanding of compiling charity SORP and company accounts. A broad understanding of VAT requirements (including partial exemption methods) and other taxation issues such as the operation of Gift Aid in the charity sector and corporation tax within trading subsidiaries. Excellent communication skills with a willingness to take a hands-on approach. The Museum has only a small staff covering a multitude of disciplines working closely together in a cooperative environment. An ability to prioritise workload and use initiative with problem solving skills and attention to detail. - Excellent IT skills, including advanced Excel, and a working knowledge of accounting systems, preferably with direct experience of Sage. - An interest in the museum sector. Remuneration This is a 3 days a week post at a salary of £23,735 pa, (£39,558 FTE) 16 days annual leave plus (pro-rata of 26.5 days) and pro-rata Bank and public holidays Museum staff can choose to join an excellent, defined benefits pension scheme, the Principal Civil Service Scheme Alpha. The Museum provides an annual season ticket loan. We have Hybrid Working and this post-holder can work for 1 day a week at home, on the completion of the 6 month probationary period. Our policy allowing flexible start and finish times means that staff can choose to start work between 8.00am and 10.00 am in the morning and finish correspondingly between 4.00pm and 6.00pm. Our Annual Report can be found in the Governance and Management section of our website. Applications: The deadline for applications is Wednesday 31 December 2025. Interviews will be held in the Museum on Friday 16 January 2026. Please apply by sending a covering letter describing how you meet the criteria for this post with your CV and the names and email addresses of two referees.
New Product Development Manager - London Job Title: New Product Development (NPD) Manager Location : SE1, London (Southwark) Reports to : Head of Quality Assurance Department : Category & Product Employment Type : Full-time in office Salary : Competitive Role Overview Black Sheep Coffee is seeking a creative and driven New Product Development (NPD) Manager to lead the innovation and evolution of our food and drink offerings across the UK, US, and Middle East markets. As part of the Category & Product team, which includes Supply Chain, Data & Analytics, and Marketing, you will oversee the full product lifecycle from ideation to launch ensuring all products meet Black Sheep Coffee's high standards of quality and brand alignment. This role combines strategic planning, market research, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure we remain ahead of industry trends. The NPD Manager will also contribute valuable insights through regular Quarterly Trend Reports and Competitor Analysis Reports, shaping long-term product strategies. Key Responsibilities 1. New Product Development Lead the end-to-end development process for food and drink products, focusing on global market requirements and customer preferences. Collaborate with internal teams (e.g., Supply Chain, Marketing, and Data & Analytics) and external suppliers to refine and perfect products. Conduct in-depth market research to identify trends, competitive insights, and emerging consumer demands, ensuring Black Sheep Coffee's offerings remain innovative and market-leading. 2. Quarterly Trend Reports Produce detailed Quarterly Trend Reports, highlighting industry innovations, customer preferences, and emerging global food and beverage trends. Leverage insights to guide product development strategy and maintain a competitive edge. Present actionable findings to senior leadership and key stakeholders, influencing product roadmaps. 3. Competitor Analysis Develop and maintain comprehensive Competitor Analysis Reports, identifying key differentiators and trends in the market. Use insights to shape product development decisions, ensuring Black Sheep Coffee stays ahead in quality, innovation, and appeal. Share findings with cross-functional teams to inform broader business strategies. 4. Product Launch Coordination Partner with the Brand and Compliance Department to ensure all product launches comply with allergen and safety regulations across global markets. Collaborate with the L&D Content Creator to produce training materials and 'How-To' guides, equipping teams for successful product rollouts. Work with Marketing to develop localized promotional materials and campaigns tailored to global audiences. 5. Seasonal Product Launch Calendar Create and manage a seasonal calendar for global product launches, strategically planning releases to keep offerings exciting and relevant. Ensure timely execution of launches that resonate with customer preferences while aligning with Black Sheep Coffee's sales objectives. 6. Cross-Functional Collaboration Collaborate closely with the Category & Product team, including Supply Chain, Data & Analytics, and Marketing, to ensure seamless execution of product initiatives. Act as the central contact for global teams, ensuring alignment and smooth communication across regions. About You A Bachelor's degree in Business, Food Science, Marketing, or a related field. At least 2 years of experience in product development and management, ideally within the food and beverage industry and with global or multi-market exposure. Proven expertise in conducting trend and competitor analysis, translating findings into actionable product strategies. Solid understanding of allergen regulations, product labelling, and food safety standards across multiple markets. proficiency in Microsoft Excel, numerical and analytical skills with the ability to interpret data accurately. Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of collaborating with diverse teams and external suppliers. Passionate about food and drink trends, with the creativity to transform insights into globally relevant products. Detail-oriented, innovative, and driven to maintain high standards across all regions. Benefits: Annual Discretionary Bonus - Up to 15% of previous years earning. Monthly phone bills reimbursed - up to 50 per month. Free coffee and hot drinks at any of our locations, plus 50% off food items. Access to Wagesteam, offering a variety of high-street discounts. 5% Interest on savings through Wagestream Build Pot. Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) - Access to confidential counselling and advice Wellness App through our EAP. Pension plan through NEST pensions - 3% employer contribution. Free daily breakfast, snacks and commercial coffee machine in the office. Monthly pub drinks, biannual staff socials and a fully stocked drinks fridge. Rapid career progression and development opportunities. About Black Sheep Coffee Join the thriving team at Black Sheep Coffee, the rapidly expanding 4th largest coffee chain in the UK. With our sights set on further growth, this is an exciting opportunity to be part of our success story. Since our establishment in 2013, we have captivated coffee lovers with our commitment to quality and innovation. As a testament to our dedication, we have risen to become one of the leading players in the UK coffee scene. With our continuous expansion plans, there has never been a more exciting time to join us. As a member of our team, you will have the chance to contribute to our upward trajectory and be part of our ambitious journey towards shaping the future of the coffee industry. We foster a dynamic and collaborative work environment where your ideas are valued, and your professional growth is encouraged. With a strong emphasis on teamwork and a passion for excellence, we provide a supportive platform for you to thrive and make a meaningful impact. Don't miss the opportunity to be part of a rapidly growing company that values innovation, quality, and the power of exceptional coffee. Join Black Sheep Coffee today and embark on a rewarding career that offers unlimited potential.
Dec 05, 2025
Full time
New Product Development Manager - London Job Title: New Product Development (NPD) Manager Location : SE1, London (Southwark) Reports to : Head of Quality Assurance Department : Category & Product Employment Type : Full-time in office Salary : Competitive Role Overview Black Sheep Coffee is seeking a creative and driven New Product Development (NPD) Manager to lead the innovation and evolution of our food and drink offerings across the UK, US, and Middle East markets. As part of the Category & Product team, which includes Supply Chain, Data & Analytics, and Marketing, you will oversee the full product lifecycle from ideation to launch ensuring all products meet Black Sheep Coffee's high standards of quality and brand alignment. This role combines strategic planning, market research, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure we remain ahead of industry trends. The NPD Manager will also contribute valuable insights through regular Quarterly Trend Reports and Competitor Analysis Reports, shaping long-term product strategies. Key Responsibilities 1. New Product Development Lead the end-to-end development process for food and drink products, focusing on global market requirements and customer preferences. Collaborate with internal teams (e.g., Supply Chain, Marketing, and Data & Analytics) and external suppliers to refine and perfect products. Conduct in-depth market research to identify trends, competitive insights, and emerging consumer demands, ensuring Black Sheep Coffee's offerings remain innovative and market-leading. 2. Quarterly Trend Reports Produce detailed Quarterly Trend Reports, highlighting industry innovations, customer preferences, and emerging global food and beverage trends. Leverage insights to guide product development strategy and maintain a competitive edge. Present actionable findings to senior leadership and key stakeholders, influencing product roadmaps. 3. Competitor Analysis Develop and maintain comprehensive Competitor Analysis Reports, identifying key differentiators and trends in the market. Use insights to shape product development decisions, ensuring Black Sheep Coffee stays ahead in quality, innovation, and appeal. Share findings with cross-functional teams to inform broader business strategies. 4. Product Launch Coordination Partner with the Brand and Compliance Department to ensure all product launches comply with allergen and safety regulations across global markets. Collaborate with the L&D Content Creator to produce training materials and 'How-To' guides, equipping teams for successful product rollouts. Work with Marketing to develop localized promotional materials and campaigns tailored to global audiences. 5. Seasonal Product Launch Calendar Create and manage a seasonal calendar for global product launches, strategically planning releases to keep offerings exciting and relevant. Ensure timely execution of launches that resonate with customer preferences while aligning with Black Sheep Coffee's sales objectives. 6. Cross-Functional Collaboration Collaborate closely with the Category & Product team, including Supply Chain, Data & Analytics, and Marketing, to ensure seamless execution of product initiatives. Act as the central contact for global teams, ensuring alignment and smooth communication across regions. About You A Bachelor's degree in Business, Food Science, Marketing, or a related field. At least 2 years of experience in product development and management, ideally within the food and beverage industry and with global or multi-market exposure. Proven expertise in conducting trend and competitor analysis, translating findings into actionable product strategies. Solid understanding of allergen regulations, product labelling, and food safety standards across multiple markets. proficiency in Microsoft Excel, numerical and analytical skills with the ability to interpret data accurately. Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of collaborating with diverse teams and external suppliers. Passionate about food and drink trends, with the creativity to transform insights into globally relevant products. Detail-oriented, innovative, and driven to maintain high standards across all regions. Benefits: Annual Discretionary Bonus - Up to 15% of previous years earning. Monthly phone bills reimbursed - up to 50 per month. Free coffee and hot drinks at any of our locations, plus 50% off food items. Access to Wagesteam, offering a variety of high-street discounts. 5% Interest on savings through Wagestream Build Pot. Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) - Access to confidential counselling and advice Wellness App through our EAP. Pension plan through NEST pensions - 3% employer contribution. Free daily breakfast, snacks and commercial coffee machine in the office. Monthly pub drinks, biannual staff socials and a fully stocked drinks fridge. Rapid career progression and development opportunities. About Black Sheep Coffee Join the thriving team at Black Sheep Coffee, the rapidly expanding 4th largest coffee chain in the UK. With our sights set on further growth, this is an exciting opportunity to be part of our success story. Since our establishment in 2013, we have captivated coffee lovers with our commitment to quality and innovation. As a testament to our dedication, we have risen to become one of the leading players in the UK coffee scene. With our continuous expansion plans, there has never been a more exciting time to join us. As a member of our team, you will have the chance to contribute to our upward trajectory and be part of our ambitious journey towards shaping the future of the coffee industry. We foster a dynamic and collaborative work environment where your ideas are valued, and your professional growth is encouraged. With a strong emphasis on teamwork and a passion for excellence, we provide a supportive platform for you to thrive and make a meaningful impact. Don't miss the opportunity to be part of a rapidly growing company that values innovation, quality, and the power of exceptional coffee. Join Black Sheep Coffee today and embark on a rewarding career that offers unlimited potential.
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams leading them. We'll broaden your horizons Audit quality is central to our strategy as an Audit Stream, the key ingredient to our success. Consistent high audit quality enables us to attract, develop and retain talented people and be proud of our work. Audit quality allows us to compete in the market and demonstrate that we can play a key role in market reform. Consistently high audit quality does not happen by chance. It requires a mindset and culture of challenge and professional scepticism, appropriate resources both people and intellectual, investment in central support for engagement teams and technology solutions. Within the last year we have increased our headcount significantly, invested in new partners, and commenced a significant investment programme in our central quality support team. We'll help you succeed The work we do is underpinned by quality. We deliver audits which are trusted and transparent which can be relied upon by companies and their stakeholders. You'll be someone who is comfortable working pro-actively and, managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with other Senior Managers, Directors, and BDO's Partners. You'll help deliver accurate and transparent reporting to all relevant stakeholders as you provide long term value. Reporting to the Pensions Centre of Excellence Director, your role will include: Supporting audit teams on large and complex audits by coaching them, challenging them and assisting in the planning and execution of a high-quality audit of defined benefit pension scheme balances included in the financial statements of a sponsoring or participating employer. Conducting file reviews on live audits to enhance audit quality, while coaching and training engagement teams throughout the process. Contributing to the development of pensions audit methodology and developing workpaper templates and guidance to drive standardisation and best practice. Supporting the delivery and review of pensions audit procedures performed by more junior members of the central Pensions Centre of Excellence team. Developing training materials and presenting/facilitating audit team training sessions. Collaborating with a diverse group of people and acting as an audit of pensions point of contact for other teams/functions across BDO. The individual will need to have audit of pensions experience to senior manager level and ideally previous experience in either an audit quality or Pensions Centre of Excellence role. The individual will have the ability to communicate clearly and concisely both verbally and in writing. This will include being able to converse with individuals of all levels within the Firm. You'll be someone with: The ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team and to use their own initiative to identify and propose potential solutions. Strong communications skills (oral and written reports) and confidence engaging with a variety of senior stakeholders. Good project management and organisational skills. ACA or similar professional accountancy qualification. Strong knowledge of substantive and controls-based audit strategies in the audit of pensions assets, liabilities and related areas. Knowledge of the regulatory challenges and expectations in relation to the audit of defined benefit pension scheme assets and liabilities. Ability to be objective and sceptical and to have confidence to challenge more senior members of an audit team. High attention to detail and strong problem-solving skills. Takes personal responsibility and accountability for own work. You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to our business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer everyone the opportunity to work in ways that suit them, their teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value and satisfying experiences at work, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions. We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
Dec 05, 2025
Full time
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams leading them. We'll broaden your horizons Audit quality is central to our strategy as an Audit Stream, the key ingredient to our success. Consistent high audit quality enables us to attract, develop and retain talented people and be proud of our work. Audit quality allows us to compete in the market and demonstrate that we can play a key role in market reform. Consistently high audit quality does not happen by chance. It requires a mindset and culture of challenge and professional scepticism, appropriate resources both people and intellectual, investment in central support for engagement teams and technology solutions. Within the last year we have increased our headcount significantly, invested in new partners, and commenced a significant investment programme in our central quality support team. We'll help you succeed The work we do is underpinned by quality. We deliver audits which are trusted and transparent which can be relied upon by companies and their stakeholders. You'll be someone who is comfortable working pro-actively and, managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with other Senior Managers, Directors, and BDO's Partners. You'll help deliver accurate and transparent reporting to all relevant stakeholders as you provide long term value. Reporting to the Pensions Centre of Excellence Director, your role will include: Supporting audit teams on large and complex audits by coaching them, challenging them and assisting in the planning and execution of a high-quality audit of defined benefit pension scheme balances included in the financial statements of a sponsoring or participating employer. Conducting file reviews on live audits to enhance audit quality, while coaching and training engagement teams throughout the process. Contributing to the development of pensions audit methodology and developing workpaper templates and guidance to drive standardisation and best practice. Supporting the delivery and review of pensions audit procedures performed by more junior members of the central Pensions Centre of Excellence team. Developing training materials and presenting/facilitating audit team training sessions. Collaborating with a diverse group of people and acting as an audit of pensions point of contact for other teams/functions across BDO. The individual will need to have audit of pensions experience to senior manager level and ideally previous experience in either an audit quality or Pensions Centre of Excellence role. The individual will have the ability to communicate clearly and concisely both verbally and in writing. This will include being able to converse with individuals of all levels within the Firm. You'll be someone with: The ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team and to use their own initiative to identify and propose potential solutions. Strong communications skills (oral and written reports) and confidence engaging with a variety of senior stakeholders. Good project management and organisational skills. ACA or similar professional accountancy qualification. Strong knowledge of substantive and controls-based audit strategies in the audit of pensions assets, liabilities and related areas. Knowledge of the regulatory challenges and expectations in relation to the audit of defined benefit pension scheme assets and liabilities. Ability to be objective and sceptical and to have confidence to challenge more senior members of an audit team. High attention to detail and strong problem-solving skills. Takes personal responsibility and accountability for own work. You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to our business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer everyone the opportunity to work in ways that suit them, their teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value and satisfying experiences at work, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions. We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
