About The Role: We are working with a renowned, large architecture practice that has built an outstanding international reputation for its design-led approach across a diverse, multidisciplinary portfolio. They are currently seeking a Project Administrator to join their team on a permanent basis at their Central London office. In this dynamic role, you will provide comprehensive administrative support to project leads and architectural team members across high-profile projects. Working closely with multiple project teams and reporting into the Quality Manager, you'll play a key role in maintaining project coordination and documentation. While this is not a pathway into project management, it offers the chance to build strong skills in project support, document control and quality assurance within a respected architecture practice. As your day-to-day responsibilities will vary depending on the team you're supporting, adaptability and a proactive approach are essential. Located in a bustling location in the heart of the city, this growing practice offers great benefits, hybrid working, career development opportunities, and a supportive, collaborative work culture. Key Responsibilities: Diary management, organising meetings and preparing agendas and documents for teams Manage incoming queries and respond accordingly or pass information along to relevant parties, corresponding with clients and consultants Organise travel bookings and necessary travel documentation for directors and team members Liaise with accounting department for relevant financial documents such as invoices, director expenses, contracts, fee proposals, etc. Coordinate quality controls Regularly record project related updates on internal tracking system Assist with project presentation creation if needed Assist general admin staff with cover when needed and regularly liaise across needs for the project team such as stationary orders, courier booking, etc Liaise with IT team for project team member issues/queries/updates Key Skills/Requirements: Previous admin experience within an architecture, engineering or construction Excellent communication skills both written and verbal Excellent people skills with the ability to liaise with different personalities Good IT skills including Excel and Outlook Highly organised with the ability to multitask and take on updates and changes to ongoing projects Friendly, professional, and calm approach to work Team player with the ability to work autonomously To apply for this position please click on the apply button to attach your CV (and portfolio for design positions). By applying for this role, you are confirming that you agree to our Privacy Policy (full details are shown at the bottom of our website), and that all details submitted by you are correct and to the best of your knowledge. The Crowd is an equal opportunities employer and agency.
Dec 10, 2025
Full time
About The Role: We are working with a renowned, large architecture practice that has built an outstanding international reputation for its design-led approach across a diverse, multidisciplinary portfolio. They are currently seeking a Project Administrator to join their team on a permanent basis at their Central London office. In this dynamic role, you will provide comprehensive administrative support to project leads and architectural team members across high-profile projects. Working closely with multiple project teams and reporting into the Quality Manager, you'll play a key role in maintaining project coordination and documentation. While this is not a pathway into project management, it offers the chance to build strong skills in project support, document control and quality assurance within a respected architecture practice. As your day-to-day responsibilities will vary depending on the team you're supporting, adaptability and a proactive approach are essential. Located in a bustling location in the heart of the city, this growing practice offers great benefits, hybrid working, career development opportunities, and a supportive, collaborative work culture. Key Responsibilities: Diary management, organising meetings and preparing agendas and documents for teams Manage incoming queries and respond accordingly or pass information along to relevant parties, corresponding with clients and consultants Organise travel bookings and necessary travel documentation for directors and team members Liaise with accounting department for relevant financial documents such as invoices, director expenses, contracts, fee proposals, etc. Coordinate quality controls Regularly record project related updates on internal tracking system Assist with project presentation creation if needed Assist general admin staff with cover when needed and regularly liaise across needs for the project team such as stationary orders, courier booking, etc Liaise with IT team for project team member issues/queries/updates Key Skills/Requirements: Previous admin experience within an architecture, engineering or construction Excellent communication skills both written and verbal Excellent people skills with the ability to liaise with different personalities Good IT skills including Excel and Outlook Highly organised with the ability to multitask and take on updates and changes to ongoing projects Friendly, professional, and calm approach to work Team player with the ability to work autonomously To apply for this position please click on the apply button to attach your CV (and portfolio for design positions). By applying for this role, you are confirming that you agree to our Privacy Policy (full details are shown at the bottom of our website), and that all details submitted by you are correct and to the best of your knowledge. The Crowd is an equal opportunities employer and agency.
We believe in the power of ingenuity to build a positive human future. As strategies, technologies, and innovation collide, we create opportunity from complexity. Our teams of interdisciplinary experts combine innovative thinking and breakthrough technologies to progress further, faster. Our clients adapt and transform, and together we achieve enduring results. We are over 4,000 strategists, innovators, designers, consultants, digital experts, scientists, engineers, and technologists. And we have deep expertise in consumer and manufacturing, defence and security, energy and utilities, financial services, government and public services, health and life sciences, and transport. Our teams operate globally from offices across the UK, Ireland, US, Nordics, and Netherlands. PA. Bringing Ingenuity to Life. Hybrid working - our approach is to be in the office a minimum of 2 days per week. Location: London (orMelbourn, UK with commutable access to London). Global remit Reports to: Chief Financial Officer Role Overview As Director of Commercial Finance, you will lead PA Consulting's global Commercial Finance function and act as a strategic partner to the C-suite and senior leadership teams. This is a high-impact role responsible for shaping commercial strategy, driving revenue and profitability, and ensuring compliance with global commercial and financial requirements. You will serve as a formal delegate for the CFO on critical finance responsibilities and play a pivotal role in enabling PA's continued growth. You will have direct accountability for the Commercial Finance Manager, Project Administrator and Credit Control teams (c55 heads in total) and their remit, ensuring they deliver real-time financial insight, strategic guidance, and commercial support to PA's Consulting business. This includes oversight of financial planning, reporting, risk management, and commercial governance across the full lifecycle of service delivery. Key Responsibilities Strategic Leadership & Business Partnering Partner with the Exec-team and Go-To-Market Leadership teams to influence strategic decisions across diverse consulting markets. Drive commercial strategy, pricing, and bid support for complex, high-value engagements. Provide leadership and direction to Commercial Finance Managers, ensuring alignment with corporate priorities and operational goals. Financial Operations & Transformation Lead a global finance team (c. 55 FTEs) across multiple geographies, ensuring operational excellence and scalability. Own and optimise financial models (Bid Model and Strategic Pricing Model) to support project performance and cash flow management. Oversee delivery of weekly, monthly, and quarterly performance reporting, variance analysis, and actionable insights. Ensure robust forecasting and sensitivity modelling across business units. Compliance & Governance Ensure full compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX), Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), and open-book accounting requirements. Oversee contract audits, rate negotiations, and compliance submissions for key clients. Maintain and evolve assignment and business policy manuals e.g. PAAAS and PABM maintaining as interactive digital platforms. Drive audit readiness and external audit coordination, ensuring IFRS compliance and SOX controls integrity. Serve on the High-Risk Assignment Steering Committee, mitigating financial and operational risks. Provide rapid intervention and remediation plans for underperforming engagements. Oversee Commercial Finance Managers' risk management activities, including open-book reporting and high-risk assignment reviews. Leadership & Development Coach and mentor senior finance leaders and partners globally. Deliver training to enhance commercial acumen and profitability awareness across the Partner team. Build capability within the Commercial Finance Manager population through workshops, coaching, and structured development plans. Qualifications What We're Looking For ACA qualified (or equivalent) with 10+ years of progressive finance experience. Proven track record in commercial finance within complex, multi-regional organisations. Experience in managing large teams with a broad remit. Demonstrated success in driving revenue growth, profitability, and risk mitigation. Strategic Finance Business Partnering Global Team Leadership & Organisational Design Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) and FAR Compliance Open-book Accounting & Contract Auditing Strong stakeholder management and communication skills Expertise in UK GAAP and IFRS Finance Transformation & Operational Efficiency We know the skill-gap and 'somewhat need to tick every box' can get in the way of meeting brilliant candidates, so please don't hesitate to apply - we'd love to hear from you. Apply today by completing our online application Additional information Life At PA encompasses our peoples' experience at PA. It's about how we enrich peoples' working lives by giving them access to unique people and growth opportunities and purpose led meaningful work. We believe diversity fuels ingenuity. Diversity of thought brings exciting perspectives; diversity of experience brings a wealth of knowledge, and diversity of skills brings the tools we need. When we bring people together with diverse backgrounds, identities, and minds, embracing that difference through an inclusive culture where our people thrive; we unleash the power of diversity - bringing ingenuity to life. We are dedicated to supporting the physical, emotional, social and financial well-being of our people. Check out some of our extensive benefits: Health and lifestyle perks accompanying private healthcare for you and your family 25 days annual leave (plus a bonus half day on Christmas Eve) with the opportunity to buy 5additional days Generous company pension scheme Opportunity to get involved with community and charity-based initiatives Annual performance-based bonus PA share ownership Tax efficient benefits (cycle to work, give as you earn) We recruit, retain, reward and develop our people based solely on their abilities and contributions and without reference to their age, background, disability, genetic information, parental or family status, religion or belief, race, ethnicity, nationality, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity (or expression), political belief, veteran status, or any other range of human difference brought about by identity and experience. We are on a journey towards ensuring our workforce is diverse at all levels and that our firm is representative of the world around us. We welcome applications from underrepresented groups. Adjustments or accommodations - Should you need any adjustments or accommodations to the recruitment process, at either application or interview, please contact us.
Dec 09, 2025
Full time
We believe in the power of ingenuity to build a positive human future. As strategies, technologies, and innovation collide, we create opportunity from complexity. Our teams of interdisciplinary experts combine innovative thinking and breakthrough technologies to progress further, faster. Our clients adapt and transform, and together we achieve enduring results. We are over 4,000 strategists, innovators, designers, consultants, digital experts, scientists, engineers, and technologists. And we have deep expertise in consumer and manufacturing, defence and security, energy and utilities, financial services, government and public services, health and life sciences, and transport. Our teams operate globally from offices across the UK, Ireland, US, Nordics, and Netherlands. PA. Bringing Ingenuity to Life. Hybrid working - our approach is to be in the office a minimum of 2 days per week. Location: London (orMelbourn, UK with commutable access to London). Global remit Reports to: Chief Financial Officer Role Overview As Director of Commercial Finance, you will lead PA Consulting's global Commercial Finance function and act as a strategic partner to the C-suite and senior leadership teams. This is a high-impact role responsible for shaping commercial strategy, driving revenue and profitability, and ensuring compliance with global commercial and financial requirements. You will serve as a formal delegate for the CFO on critical finance responsibilities and play a pivotal role in enabling PA's continued growth. You will have direct accountability for the Commercial Finance Manager, Project Administrator and Credit Control teams (c55 heads in total) and their remit, ensuring they deliver real-time financial insight, strategic guidance, and commercial support to PA's Consulting business. This includes oversight of financial planning, reporting, risk management, and commercial governance across the full lifecycle of service delivery. Key Responsibilities Strategic Leadership & Business Partnering Partner with the Exec-team and Go-To-Market Leadership teams to influence strategic decisions across diverse consulting markets. Drive commercial strategy, pricing, and bid support for complex, high-value engagements. Provide leadership and direction to Commercial Finance Managers, ensuring alignment with corporate priorities and operational goals. Financial Operations & Transformation Lead a global finance team (c. 55 FTEs) across multiple geographies, ensuring operational excellence and scalability. Own and optimise financial models (Bid Model and Strategic Pricing Model) to support project performance and cash flow management. Oversee delivery of weekly, monthly, and quarterly performance reporting, variance analysis, and actionable insights. Ensure robust forecasting and sensitivity modelling across business units. Compliance & Governance Ensure full compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX), Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), and open-book accounting requirements. Oversee contract audits, rate negotiations, and compliance submissions for key clients. Maintain and evolve assignment and business policy manuals e.g. PAAAS and PABM maintaining as interactive digital platforms. Drive audit readiness and external audit coordination, ensuring IFRS compliance and SOX controls integrity. Serve on the High-Risk Assignment Steering Committee, mitigating financial and operational risks. Provide rapid intervention and remediation plans for underperforming engagements. Oversee Commercial Finance Managers' risk management activities, including open-book reporting and high-risk assignment reviews. Leadership & Development Coach and mentor senior finance leaders and partners globally. Deliver training to enhance commercial acumen and profitability awareness across the Partner team. Build capability within the Commercial Finance Manager population through workshops, coaching, and structured development plans. Qualifications What We're Looking For ACA qualified (or equivalent) with 10+ years of progressive finance experience. Proven track record in commercial finance within complex, multi-regional organisations. Experience in managing large teams with a broad remit. Demonstrated success in driving revenue growth, profitability, and risk mitigation. Strategic Finance Business Partnering Global Team Leadership & Organisational Design Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) and FAR Compliance Open-book Accounting & Contract Auditing Strong stakeholder management and communication skills Expertise in UK GAAP and IFRS Finance Transformation & Operational Efficiency We know the skill-gap and 'somewhat need to tick every box' can get in the way of meeting brilliant candidates, so please don't hesitate to apply - we'd love to hear from you. Apply today by completing our online application Additional information Life At PA encompasses our peoples' experience at PA. It's about how we enrich peoples' working lives by giving them access to unique people and growth opportunities and purpose led meaningful work. We believe diversity fuels ingenuity. Diversity of thought brings exciting perspectives; diversity of experience brings a wealth of knowledge, and diversity of skills brings the tools we need. When we bring people together with diverse backgrounds, identities, and minds, embracing that difference through an inclusive culture where our people thrive; we unleash the power of diversity - bringing ingenuity to life. We are dedicated to supporting the physical, emotional, social and financial well-being of our people. Check out some of our extensive benefits: Health and lifestyle perks accompanying private healthcare for you and your family 25 days annual leave (plus a bonus half day on Christmas Eve) with the opportunity to buy 5additional days Generous company pension scheme Opportunity to get involved with community and charity-based initiatives Annual performance-based bonus PA share ownership Tax efficient benefits (cycle to work, give as you earn) We recruit, retain, reward and develop our people based solely on their abilities and contributions and without reference to their age, background, disability, genetic information, parental or family status, religion or belief, race, ethnicity, nationality, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity (or expression), political belief, veteran status, or any other range of human difference brought about by identity and experience. We are on a journey towards ensuring our workforce is diverse at all levels and that our firm is representative of the world around us. We welcome applications from underrepresented groups. Adjustments or accommodations - Should you need any adjustments or accommodations to the recruitment process, at either application or interview, please contact us.
For a quarter of a century, the Jellycat family have brought joy, wonder and playful fun to people of all ages, in every part of the world. Utterly original and in a class of their own, they are currently among the most loved and collected toys of their kind. How has this gentle tribe endeared themselves to so many? Perhaps it is their whimsical expressions. Or the deliciously soft fabrics. Or the beautiful way in which they sit in your hand. Whatever it is, there is something magical and unmistakeable about each one of them. The Treasury Manager is a newly created role and Jellycat's first dedicated treasury hire, responsible for designing and shaping the company's treasury activities as it grows. The role will oversee all aspect's of the company's cash management, banking relationships, foreign exchange (FX) strategy, and financial risk management, and will support strategic initiatives as they arise. The Treasury Manager will be critical to ensuring liquidity across the group, optimising returns on deposits, managing cash repatriation projects and pooling methods and developing and maintaining robust controls over payment processes and treasury operations. The ideal candidate will be proactive in identifying opportunities and mitigating risks to the business. They will be a highly organised and credible financial leader who can inspire confidence at senior levels and build trusted relationships across the group, working closely with finance and operational teams globally. You'll be; Cash & Liquidity Management Monitoring group cash positions and ensuring sufficient liquidity across all entities. Maintaining and optimising deposit accounts, targeting strong returns while preserving liquidity across all group entities and locations. Developing, maintaining, and improving short-, medium-, and long-term cash flow forecasting models Overseeing daily cash operations processes, including bank reconciliations by financial control teams. Monitoring bank facility requirements and ensuring any usage or withdrawal is properly managed Banking & FX Strategy Managing relationships with banking partners, including KYC, account administration, and access control design. Executing the Group's FX hedging strategy and ensuring accurate FX accounting and reporting. Supporting cross-border transactions and ensuring secure payment processes are in place for handling payments to and from third parties. Working with AR teams to optimise payment methods for wholesale customers globally. Reviewing long-term structure for banking requirements including use of credit facilities. Treasury Operations Leading treasury reporting and planning, including co-ordination of consolidated weekly cashflow forecasts with currency views and variance analysis Ensuring compliance with internal controls and regulatory requirements. Serving as administrator for Group bank accounts, maintaining governance and oversight. Strategic Support Working with the CFO and Board to define and manage cash flow policy and intercompany movements. Designing and implementing long-term cash repatriation and pooling arrangements in accordance with Group and shareholder strategy. Defining and implementing best practice treasury policies, processes and controls, and providing input into ERP rollout. Contributing to strategic projects such as new entity setup, intercompany structuring, and treasury system implementations. You'll have; Essential Accounting or treasury management qualification Minimum of 5 years' experience in a treasury role Strong analytical and financial modelling skills Experience managing banking and FX platforms Experience implementing and managing cash repatriation and cash pooling operations Experience developing and managing FX hedging programmes Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with both internal and external parties Proven ability of translating complex treasury matters to financial and non-financial stakeholders Hands on approach to problem solving Desirable Experience in a fast-growing international business Experience designing treasury policies and risk mitigation strategies Experience implementing regional hub strategies
Dec 09, 2025
Full time
For a quarter of a century, the Jellycat family have brought joy, wonder and playful fun to people of all ages, in every part of the world. Utterly original and in a class of their own, they are currently among the most loved and collected toys of their kind. How has this gentle tribe endeared themselves to so many? Perhaps it is their whimsical expressions. Or the deliciously soft fabrics. Or the beautiful way in which they sit in your hand. Whatever it is, there is something magical and unmistakeable about each one of them. The Treasury Manager is a newly created role and Jellycat's first dedicated treasury hire, responsible for designing and shaping the company's treasury activities as it grows. The role will oversee all aspect's of the company's cash management, banking relationships, foreign exchange (FX) strategy, and financial risk management, and will support strategic initiatives as they arise. The Treasury Manager will be critical to ensuring liquidity across the group, optimising returns on deposits, managing cash repatriation projects and pooling methods and developing and maintaining robust controls over payment processes and treasury operations. The ideal candidate will be proactive in identifying opportunities and mitigating risks to the business. They will be a highly organised and credible financial leader who can inspire confidence at senior levels and build trusted relationships across the group, working closely with finance and operational teams globally. You'll be; Cash & Liquidity Management Monitoring group cash positions and ensuring sufficient liquidity across all entities. Maintaining and optimising deposit accounts, targeting strong returns while preserving liquidity across all group entities and locations. Developing, maintaining, and improving short-, medium-, and long-term cash flow forecasting models Overseeing daily cash operations processes, including bank reconciliations by financial control teams. Monitoring bank facility requirements and ensuring any usage or withdrawal is properly managed Banking & FX Strategy Managing relationships with banking partners, including KYC, account administration, and access control design. Executing the Group's FX hedging strategy and ensuring accurate FX accounting and reporting. Supporting cross-border transactions and ensuring secure payment processes are in place for handling payments to and from third parties. Working with AR teams to optimise payment methods for wholesale customers globally. Reviewing long-term structure for banking requirements including use of credit facilities. Treasury Operations Leading treasury reporting and planning, including co-ordination of consolidated weekly cashflow forecasts with currency views and variance analysis Ensuring compliance with internal controls and regulatory requirements. Serving as administrator for Group bank accounts, maintaining governance and oversight. Strategic Support Working with the CFO and Board to define and manage cash flow policy and intercompany movements. Designing and implementing long-term cash repatriation and pooling arrangements in accordance with Group and shareholder strategy. Defining and implementing best practice treasury policies, processes and controls, and providing input into ERP rollout. Contributing to strategic projects such as new entity setup, intercompany structuring, and treasury system implementations. You'll have; Essential Accounting or treasury management qualification Minimum of 5 years' experience in a treasury role Strong analytical and financial modelling skills Experience managing banking and FX platforms Experience implementing and managing cash repatriation and cash pooling operations Experience developing and managing FX hedging programmes Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with both internal and external parties Proven ability of translating complex treasury matters to financial and non-financial stakeholders Hands on approach to problem solving Desirable Experience in a fast-growing international business Experience designing treasury policies and risk mitigation strategies Experience implementing regional hub strategies
About this opportunity Gleeds continue to develop their sustainable growth plans in the North of England and are looking for an exceptional individual to join the regional senior team of directors. This individual will take on the responsibility of business growth in the Building Surveying business unit in the region. They will report to the Regional Director for consultancy services and will have Executive responsibility and leadership for the delivery of the Service specialism. The individual will be expected to work closely with the other two regional Business Unit leaders, and represent Gleeds as an ambassador within the region, living and personifying our values of: Professionalism with personality; Innovation with agility; and Excellence with humility; and in doing so, act as a role model to others at Gleeds demonstrating our culture and values to all stakeholders. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Formulating and managing strategies to deliver the business objectives. Actively identifying new business development opportunities and driving growth across the Business Unit's activities. Ensuring that projects are managed in accordance with Gleeds processes and procedures (governance and controls). Agreeing fees and charges for potential services with Regional Director. Agreeing appointments / scope of services. Ensuring that appointments are in place prior to commencing service delivery. Delivering high quality services and deliverables ensuring that services meet our Customer's requirements. Reviewing scope of appointments on a monthly basis to ensure services are being delivered in accordance with appointments Managing and maintaining Customer relationships (i.e. Clients, business partners and other consultants). Ensuring a Customer Care plan is in place. Resolving customer complaints. Ensuring sufficient resources are made available to deliver services on our projects, including managing resource conflict resolution (with fellow directors). Leading and managing Teams, including working with Directors and Associate Directors in managing resources and workload. Ensuring compliance with administrative requirements (appraisals, training, timesheets etc) Managing employees, focusing on retention and development. Developing and enhancing Gleeds Building Surveying capability. Briefing employees on relevant aspects of Gleeds business. Preparing bids for services. Managing service delivery for profit that meets established budgets Managing the commercial aspects of projects (e.g. scope of services/deliverables, invoices, payments, and debt management). Working harmoniously with other Senior Directors and Directors, assisting Regional Service Line Leads and Regional Director. Promoting all Gleeds professional services and brand Gleeds, including our digital offer. As a Gleeds team member, you will have access to: Opportunities to develop and grow your career Generous holiday allowance plus option to purchase additional days through the holiday purchase scheme A contributory pension scheme Employee Assistance Programme Our global travel scholarship programme Flexible working arrangements Who we are looking for: Experience, Knowledge and Key Skills: Extensive experience in public and private sector led developments delivering building surveying services on construction projects, of which 5 years were in a responsible leadership function in the management of professional teams and major construction projects or frameworks. Demonstrate experience of leading high performance multi-disciplinary project delivery teams Excellent communication skills - both oral and written. Excellent organisational skills and the ability to quickly adapt to changing environments. Excellent problem solving, negotiating skills, financial and numeracy management skills. Ability to absorb complex information and assess requirements readily. Demonstrable networking skills and having a strong professional network within the region and a solid understanding of the marketplace Ability to prepare first class bids for services. Competent at negotiating sufficient fees to both complete services and generate required profit levels. Demonstrable evidence of delivering top class services to Clients and managing Client relationships. Demonstrable experience of timely interfacing with clients and key stakeholders at the highest level. Experience managing multiple projects Ability to work as part of and lead a regional team Excellent knowledge of construction procurement strategies, including tendering and contract strategies Extensive knowledge of construction technologies, sequences, methods and materials Excellent commercial background, including familiarity with contract conditions and procedures and ability to administer contracts (as contract administrator, employer's agent and/or project manager) Sound understanding of legislation impacting on building contracts. Qualifications MRICS (Member of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors) or Other alternative Professional Body related to the Built Environment. About us Gleeds is a global property and construction consultancy with over 150 years of expertise, operating in 28 countries worldwide. From iconic landmarks to critical infrastructure, we drive innovation, sustainability and value, delivering transformative projects that shape communities and redefine the built environment.
Dec 09, 2025
Full time
About this opportunity Gleeds continue to develop their sustainable growth plans in the North of England and are looking for an exceptional individual to join the regional senior team of directors. This individual will take on the responsibility of business growth in the Building Surveying business unit in the region. They will report to the Regional Director for consultancy services and will have Executive responsibility and leadership for the delivery of the Service specialism. The individual will be expected to work closely with the other two regional Business Unit leaders, and represent Gleeds as an ambassador within the region, living and personifying our values of: Professionalism with personality; Innovation with agility; and Excellence with humility; and in doing so, act as a role model to others at Gleeds demonstrating our culture and values to all stakeholders. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Formulating and managing strategies to deliver the business objectives. Actively identifying new business development opportunities and driving growth across the Business Unit's activities. Ensuring that projects are managed in accordance with Gleeds processes and procedures (governance and controls). Agreeing fees and charges for potential services with Regional Director. Agreeing appointments / scope of services. Ensuring that appointments are in place prior to commencing service delivery. Delivering high quality services and deliverables ensuring that services meet our Customer's requirements. Reviewing scope of appointments on a monthly basis to ensure services are being delivered in accordance with appointments Managing and maintaining Customer relationships (i.e. Clients, business partners and other consultants). Ensuring a Customer Care plan is in place. Resolving customer complaints. Ensuring sufficient resources are made available to deliver services on our projects, including managing resource conflict resolution (with fellow directors). Leading and managing Teams, including working with Directors and Associate Directors in managing resources and workload. Ensuring compliance with administrative requirements (appraisals, training, timesheets etc) Managing employees, focusing on retention and development. Developing and enhancing Gleeds Building Surveying capability. Briefing employees on relevant aspects of Gleeds business. Preparing bids for services. Managing service delivery for profit that meets established budgets Managing the commercial aspects of projects (e.g. scope of services/deliverables, invoices, payments, and debt management). Working harmoniously with other Senior Directors and Directors, assisting Regional Service Line Leads and Regional Director. Promoting all Gleeds professional services and brand Gleeds, including our digital offer. As a Gleeds team member, you will have access to: Opportunities to develop and grow your career Generous holiday allowance plus option to purchase additional days through the holiday purchase scheme A contributory pension scheme Employee Assistance Programme Our global travel scholarship programme Flexible working arrangements Who we are looking for: Experience, Knowledge and Key Skills: Extensive experience in public and private sector led developments delivering building surveying services on construction projects, of which 5 years were in a responsible leadership function in the management of professional teams and major construction projects or frameworks. Demonstrate experience of leading high performance multi-disciplinary project delivery teams Excellent communication skills - both oral and written. Excellent organisational skills and the ability to quickly adapt to changing environments. Excellent problem solving, negotiating skills, financial and numeracy management skills. Ability to absorb complex information and assess requirements readily. Demonstrable networking skills and having a strong professional network within the region and a solid understanding of the marketplace Ability to prepare first class bids for services. Competent at negotiating sufficient fees to both complete services and generate required profit levels. Demonstrable evidence of delivering top class services to Clients and managing Client relationships. Demonstrable experience of timely interfacing with clients and key stakeholders at the highest level. Experience managing multiple projects Ability to work as part of and lead a regional team Excellent knowledge of construction procurement strategies, including tendering and contract strategies Extensive knowledge of construction technologies, sequences, methods and materials Excellent commercial background, including familiarity with contract conditions and procedures and ability to administer contracts (as contract administrator, employer's agent and/or project manager) Sound understanding of legislation impacting on building contracts. Qualifications MRICS (Member of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors) or Other alternative Professional Body related to the Built Environment. About us Gleeds is a global property and construction consultancy with over 150 years of expertise, operating in 28 countries worldwide. From iconic landmarks to critical infrastructure, we drive innovation, sustainability and value, delivering transformative projects that shape communities and redefine the built environment.
Sewell Wallis is recruiting for a Treasury Finance Manager to join a leading construction business on a 10-month fixed-term contract. This role can be based in Ripon or Warwickshire. This Treasury Finance Manager role will play a key part in supporting project delivery through accurate financial reporting, strong controls, treasury management, and effective business partnering with operational teams. What will you be doing? Delivering accurate monthly and quarterly financial reporting in line with accounting standards. Supporting construction project teams with cost tracking, budget monitoring, and variance analysis. Operating and enhancing financial controls to safeguard company assets and ensure compliance. Managing treasury activities, including cash flow forecasting, liquidity management, and banking relationships. Partnering with senior stakeholders to provide insight that drives commercial and operational performance. Managing and mentoring a small finance team, ensuring high standards and professional growth. Identifying and implementing process improvements across reporting, treasury, and control frameworks. What skills are we looking for? Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent). Proven experience in operating financial controls in a business environment. Strong technical knowledge of accounting standards and reporting requirements. Demonstrated treasury knowledge, including cash flow management and banking processes. Experience within construction or project-driven industries is highly desirable. Excellent analytical and communication skills, with the ability to present complex data clearly to both financial and non-financial stakeholders. Track record of managing and developing finance teams. What's on offer? Competitive salary with performance bonus. Private medical insurance and enhanced pension contributions. Generous annual leave entitlement (increasing with service). Access to professional development programmes and sector-specific training. The opportunity to make a tangible impact on major construction projects during the contract period. Apply below, or for more information, contact Jenny. To apply please send your CV, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on. Due to the high volume of applications please accept that if we have not responded to your application within seven days, your application has not been successful. Sewell Wallis is a specialist recruitment company with a vast amount of experience in our industry we offer permanent, temporary and interim recruitment support for accounting and finance, human resources and business support positions. We recruit at all levels within finance from Purchase Ledger Administrator and Credit Controller level through to Financial Controller and Director positions. With offices in Sheffield and Leeds, we are well situated to cover all of South Yorkshire, West Yorkshire and Manchester. Please visit our website for more information on accountancy and finance jobs and human resources or business support positions.
Dec 09, 2025
Contractor
Sewell Wallis is recruiting for a Treasury Finance Manager to join a leading construction business on a 10-month fixed-term contract. This role can be based in Ripon or Warwickshire. This Treasury Finance Manager role will play a key part in supporting project delivery through accurate financial reporting, strong controls, treasury management, and effective business partnering with operational teams. What will you be doing? Delivering accurate monthly and quarterly financial reporting in line with accounting standards. Supporting construction project teams with cost tracking, budget monitoring, and variance analysis. Operating and enhancing financial controls to safeguard company assets and ensure compliance. Managing treasury activities, including cash flow forecasting, liquidity management, and banking relationships. Partnering with senior stakeholders to provide insight that drives commercial and operational performance. Managing and mentoring a small finance team, ensuring high standards and professional growth. Identifying and implementing process improvements across reporting, treasury, and control frameworks. What skills are we looking for? Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent). Proven experience in operating financial controls in a business environment. Strong technical knowledge of accounting standards and reporting requirements. Demonstrated treasury knowledge, including cash flow management and banking processes. Experience within construction or project-driven industries is highly desirable. Excellent analytical and communication skills, with the ability to present complex data clearly to both financial and non-financial stakeholders. Track record of managing and developing finance teams. What's on offer? Competitive salary with performance bonus. Private medical insurance and enhanced pension contributions. Generous annual leave entitlement (increasing with service). Access to professional development programmes and sector-specific training. The opportunity to make a tangible impact on major construction projects during the contract period. Apply below, or for more information, contact Jenny. To apply please send your CV, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on. Due to the high volume of applications please accept that if we have not responded to your application within seven days, your application has not been successful. Sewell Wallis is a specialist recruitment company with a vast amount of experience in our industry we offer permanent, temporary and interim recruitment support for accounting and finance, human resources and business support positions. We recruit at all levels within finance from Purchase Ledger Administrator and Credit Controller level through to Financial Controller and Director positions. With offices in Sheffield and Leeds, we are well situated to cover all of South Yorkshire, West Yorkshire and Manchester. Please visit our website for more information on accountancy and finance jobs and human resources or business support positions.
