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Antony James Recruitment Ltd are delighted to have partnered with a leading Financial Services client based in the City of London in recruiting an Assistant Finance Manager. You will be responsible for supporting the daily financial operations of the bank, ensuring the accuracy and timeliness of financial reporting, regulatory compliance, and providing essential insights into financial performance. Key Responsibilities: Monitor the Balance Sheet and Profit & Loss statement daily, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of accounts. Clear proxy accounts on a timely basis for all SOLs. Verify and check payments related to charges in Finacle and Swift. Open office accounts as requested by other departments. Maintain the Fixed Assets Register, ensuring alignment with ledger accounts. Ensure Fixed Asset Depreciation is calculated according to Branch Accounting Policies. Prepare and submit the Quarterly and Annual Balance Sheet. Provide support with Basel reporting due to tight deadlines from IBG. Assist the Deputy Manager and CFO in preparing reports and resolving issues within set timelines. Address audit issues raised by internal and external auditors or the Inspection team promptly. Assist the Deputy Manager in responding to inquiries from the CFO, senior management, and Head Office regarding financial results and special reporting requests. Perform monthly variance analysis of Profit & Loss. Monitor Finacle payment records to ensure payments are made according to IBG schedules. Ensure accurate calculation of Corporation Tax and deferred tax on a monthly basis, with quarterly payments based on the annual profit estimate. Ensure timely preparation and submission of the annual Corporation Tax return. Prepare reports for Tax and Wealth Tax Audits. Ensure Branch Principal Accounting Policies are up-to-date and in line with Head Office instructions. Implement steps to transition towards IFRS accounting, regardless of the deferral of the implementation date. Cover for the Deputy Manager during their absence. Qualifications & Experience: A degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field. Professional qualification such as ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent (or working towards). At least 1-5 years of relevant finance or accounting experience, ideally within a banking or financial services environment. Strong knowledge of UK GAAP, IFRS, and financial regulations, with experience in preparing financial reports and statements. Proficiency in financial software (experience with SAP, Oracle, or similar systems is desirable). Advanced Excel skills, with the ability to manage and analyze large datasets. Experience in tax reporting and compliance is an advantage.

Head of Investment Valuation Apply remote type Hybrid locations London time type Full time posted on Posted 6 Days Ago job requisition id R5287 At Just we encourage a flexible and agile working environment for the majority of our opportunities. Get in touch with us to discuss in more detail. About the role We are looking for a Head of Investment Valuation to lead our Investment Valuation team and lead the delivery of asset modelling methodology and systems, short-term liquidity risk modelling and management, and other initiatives. Responsibilities Leads the Investment Valuation team in accordance with Just's behavioural principles. Drives strategy and proactively shapes outcomes for the team. Provides actuarial/technical expertise to support the accurate and appropriate valuation of Just's investment assets, derivatives and repo. Leads asset modelling and governance development required to value new types of assets, driving dialogue with asset managers as required. Maintains master list of Just's requirements for asset managers in respect of asset valuation and reporting. Provides technical expertise to own, develop, and maintain the documentation of the Group's asset, derivatives and repo modelling methodology, including IFRS Level 3 assets and limited-price-indexation (LPI) linked assets valuations and validations. Owns the technical development and maintenance of the LPI projection model and other market yield curve infrastructure. Owns and maintains a sustainable operating model for illiquid asset valuation and associated independent price verification ("IPV"); Manages the associated asset manager and vendor relationships. Analyses and explains the IFRS Level 3 asset valuation differences between Just Group and asset managers or other vendors supplying valuations where applicable. Provides actuarial/technical expertise to model short-term liquidity risk. Provides technical assistance/actuarial input to other initiatives associated with the Investment Operations function. Assesses and communicates to key asset valuation judgment areas for relevant management, executive and Board committees. Deputy chairs the Asset Valuation Committee. Assists with preparing clear and concise material and presentations, internal papers, approvals and management information, where applicable. Leads dialogue with external auditors regarding asset valuation matters. Develops and maintains an appropriate risks and controls framework for asset valuation processes. Works closely with internal stakeholders, most notably in the areas of Investments, Finance, Actuarial, and Risk, and in particular, supports the regular Investment Operations processes. Skills & Experience A qualified actuary or equivalent quantitative and professional profile. The ideal candidate would have substantial experience in the Investments, Reporting or Treasury area. Track record of developing practical solutions to complex technical issues. Experience in financial markets, in particular corporate bonds/loans, financial derivatives and repo are highly desirable. Excellent knowledge of fixed income assets, derivatives and repo. Knowledge of Bloomberg and FIS Quantum is desirable. Excellent knowledge of Excel and VBA and potentially other financial modelling software. Excellent problem-solving skills. Good understanding of data management and analysis. Ability to communicate complex ideas and analysis to a less technical audience. Able to take the initiative to identify and solve issues proactively. Company Benefits A Competitive Salary, Pension Scheme and Life Assurance. Along with 25 Days Annual Leave plus an Additional Day on us for your Birthday. Private Medical Cover and Income Protection, just in case. A generous and highly achievable bonus scheme - paid annually based on individual and company performance against targets. Opportunity to progress within your career both in-role and within the company. FREE access to the Headspace App, a 24/7 Employee Assistance Helpline and Trained Physical & Mental Health First Aiders (On-Site). A variety of Employee Funded Benefits available to you via our Online Benefits Portal. Plus, several additional purchase options available for you and your loved ones. About Us We're a FTSE 250 Financial Services company who specialise in retirement solutions and right now, our world is moving pretty quickly. How people work, save, and plan for the future is all changing. A new generation of retirees needs a new kind of retirement company. A company who will look for new ways of doing things - and will always put the customer first. That's who we are. We're a company on a mission: to become a beacon for the entire retirement industry. Because we believe everyone deserves a fair, secure, and fulfilling retirement. And with you on our team, we're going to make sure they get it. We've built our sustainability strategy around the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) and have selected goals where we believe we can make the most difference. By aligning our activity with these global goals, we can make sure we play our part in addressing the wider issues facing the planet and leave a positive legacy to the world. Diversity, equity and inclusion are priorities for us. Having a diverse, talented workforce with colleagues of different backgrounds, world views and experiences is the right thing to do. It's also the most effective way to succeed, innovate and better serve our customers now and in the future. We are committed to our targets on gender and ethnicity and run a number of successful mentoring and sponsorship programmes for our colleagues from diverse backgrounds. We have multiple active employee network groups which champion issues including gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability and neurodiversity. What's clear about working at Just is that we care. We care about our customers, our purpose, our environment, inclusivity, wellbeing and most importantly - each other. We look forward to welcoming you to the team soon.

Job Title: Infrastructure Planning & Performance Manager Pay rate: 51,969 Job Location: Wednesbury, Birmingham Shifts: Monday-Friday (office hours) Duration: Permanent Start Dates: ASAP Description To support the company's mission to provide a safe and dependable tram service. Oversee the day-to-day performance of the infrastructure maintenance teams across multiple disciplines, ensuring that all activities meet the required standards and performance metrics set by the Infrastructure Manager. Provide consistent feedback and guidance to team leaders to improve overall team output, efficiency and asset management. Lead the centralised planning and scheduling of all multidisciplinary maintenance activities, of both internal and external works and projects. ensuring effective coordination between teams, optimal resource allocation, and minimal disruption to the network's operations. Maintain oversight of asset management plans and ensure all work is completed in line with business objectives Responsibilities Ensure maintenance meets planned maintenance schedules. Continually improving planning, scheduling data management and job reporting systems to increase planning effectiveness and efficiency Manage the Permit Office, ensuring the proper issuing and tracking of permits for maintenance and project works and safe systems of work. Assist with budget oversight and procurement activities, ensuring that resources, services, tools, and equipment are available within the allocated budget. Serve as the primary point of contact for contractors working on tram infrastructure. Manage and allocate resources for external contractors to meet scheduled works and project requirements. Establish and improve the maintenance planning and scheduling processes, ensuring efficient workflows. Act as a point of contact for Team Leaders from each discipline, providing guidance and operational oversight without assuming direct line management. Develop and maintain KPIs for asset reliability and maintenance efficiency within the infrastructure department. Compile infrastructure weekly and monthly maintenance performance reports Oversee the accuracy and upkeep of maintenance histories, job records, asset registers, and spare parts inventories. Support the compliance of all health, safety, quality, and environmental (QHSE) standards across Infrastructure operational activities. Assist with audits, inspections, and the implementation of safety procedures, ensuring that all operations meet regulatory requirements. Coordinate the on-call roster for the team, ensuring operational resilience and support for emergency repair works. Support procurement processes by sourcing and raising requisitions for tools, materials, and equipment. Prepare reports, analyse data and make recommendations for improving solving maintenance related problems Perform central departmental administrative duties including employee training & competencies tracking and cost/ budget tracking Act as a deputy to the Infrastructure Manager, leading in their absence and contributing to strategic planning for department growth and efficiency. Occasional on-call duties Other duties as may reasonably be required by the Infrastructure Manager Health and Safety Responsibilities Ensure adherence to security protocols for personal safety and the safeguarding of company assets, including vehicles and workplace premises. Comply with all health and safety regulations, policies, and instructions issued by management, promoting a safe working environment across the team. Ensure appropriate safety equipment is utilized correctly and report any deficiencies or losses immediately to maintain operational safety standards. Actively promote a safety-first culture, preventing actions that could compromise the health, safety, or welfare of employees, customers, or the public. As a leader, ensure that all necessary safety measures and procedures are implemented, enforced, and effectively communicated to staff and contractors. Promptly report any accidents, incidents, or near-miss events to management within the specified timeframe and ensure proper documentation is completed. Lead and cooperate in incident investigations, taking a proactive role in implementing corrective actions and lessons learned to prevent future occurrences. Engage fully in required health and safety training, ensuring that both personal and team compliance are maintained at the highest standard. Identify and address potential hazards or faulty equipment by ensuring timely corrective measures are implemented to maintain a safe working environment. Requirements for the Role Experience in budget management and contractor engagement, ideally within public services or infrastructure environments. Previous experience leading teams of 10 or more personnel. Exceptional multitasking, prioritisation, and organisational skills. To have experience in the use of Computerised Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) and Microsoft SharePoint Knowledge of health, safety, and environmental compliance in infrastructure works (IOSH Managing Safely qualification preferred). Ability to understand electrical schematics. Familiarity with maintenance planning and scheduling systems. A flexible approach to working hours Full clean Uk driving licence Education Requirements Level 3 or above Electrical, Mechanical qualification. ILM Level 4 or equivalent qualification in Leadership and Management. IOSH/NEBOSH. To have GCSE Maths and English at Grade C/4 or above. To be IT literate and competent in using Microsoft Office. Training Provided Training in line with Infrastructure competency matrix High Voltage Authorised Persons Course: Training will be provided to ensure the candidate gains a thorough understanding of electrical sectioning and switching of substations. This is key for oversight of electrical operations and safe working conditions. Competent person substation course Maintenance Planning & Scheduling certification RAIB accredited agent training PICOP/PIC Personal track safety IOSH and/or NEBOSH qualifications, or equivalent health and safety certifications. Agility Asset Management training Contact Information: Email: (url removed) Phone: (phone number removed) PLEASE NOTE ALL APPLICANTS MUST BE ABLE TO PASS A DRUGS AND ALCOHOL TEST BEFORE BEING OFFERED A POSITION.

A great opportunity to join a friendly and collaborative Data Protection and Freedom of Information team. This Deputy Data Protection Officer role will play a key part in developing and embedding a successful data protection compliance culture. Client Details This Data Protection Officer role is with a non-departmental public body (England & Wales), the role offers hybrid working, ideal locations for the successful candidate are Birmingham, Manchester, Cardiff and West Yorkshire Description This Data Protection Officer role is with a non-departmental public body (England & Wales), the role offers hybrid working, ideal locations for the successful candidate are Birmingham, Manchester, Cardiff and West Yorkshire. The role involves: The job holder will be responsible for helping to promote and embed a compliance culture which embraces the concept of 'data protection by design and default', by ensuring that the organisation uses effective governance arrangements and documentation to achieve/maintain compliance with relevant legal, regulatory and policy requirements governing the processing of personal data. The job holder will also be responsible for the periodic production/dissemination of management information associated with the processing of personal data. They will also take the lead on the development of the internal data and information champions and establishing/maintaining positive working relationships between the FOI and DPA Team and a range of other relevant stakeholders (including Information Asset Owners; requesters, other government departments; privacy and data protection campaign/advocacy groups; etc.). Supporting and helping to maintain a robust governance framework that will support compliance with privacy and data protection legislation; Working collaboratively with colleagues in the FOI and DP Team, Knowledge and Information Management Team, Archives and Records Management, Operations Management, IT and other areas of the organisation with policy and governance responsibilities, to ensure data privacy and protection compliance is integrated into policies, standards and procedures (whilst avoiding any duplication of effort); Leading on the completion and maintenance of personal data inventories, registers and maps required to support compliance with privacy and data protection recordkeeping, transparency and accountability requirements; overseeing the provision of associated specialist advice and guidance; and working with colleagues to integrate them Co-ordinating and management of personal data inventories/maps, audits and Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs); Managing the team's stakeholder relationships in conjunction with internal comms and press team. Working with the Procurement Team to ensure appropriate data processor agreements are in place with any external service providers acting as a data processor Working with the Stakeholder Engagement Team and other relevant colleagues, to ensure that appropriate overarching governance arrangements for the sharing of personal data (template Memoranda of Understanding etc.) are fit for purpose; Working proactively with internal teams to ensure that appropriate privacy and data protection training materials are being provided and promoted to staff; Overseeing the periodic collation and analysis of relevant statistics and management information Advising and influencing colleagues up to the level of Director, who are responsible for: governance; business processes, systems and other technologies used to process personal data Profile This Data Protection Officer role is with a non-departmental public body (England & Wales), the role offers hybrid working, ideal locations for the successful candidate are Birmingham, Manchester, Cardiff and West Yorkshire. The role requires: An in-depth knowledge of current UK and EU privacy and data protection legislation (including the Data Protection Act 2018, General Data Protection Regulation, Human Rights Act, Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations, ePrivacy Directive) Experience of working in an auditing/compliance/governance context and good knowledge of compliance audit best practice. An in-depth knowledge of relevant statutory codes of practice, decisions and guidance issued by: the ICO; courts and tribunals; the Article 29 Working Party; and other relevant sources; The ability to anticipate/evaluate potential privacy and data protection compliance challenges; Excellent communication, influencing, negotiation and stakeholder management skills; The ability to assimilate and interpret information quickly; and explain complex legal, regulatory and policy requirements to colleagues and external stakeholders at all levels; Job Offer Please submit an application or enquire for full details

Contents Location About the job Benefits Things you need to know Apply and further information Location Darlington, London About the job Summary Reporting to the Deputy Director for Policy and Operations Analysis this is a pivotal role in the delivery of the UKs independent trade policy. It will entail leading a multi-disciplinary team of analysts supporting policy colleagues to ensure they have the best evidence available in key areas trade remedies and trade disputes. They will all entail working closely with relevant policy colleagues within the Trading Systems and Trade Negotiations Groups as well as with analysts from across DIT and other government departments. You will lead the team responsible for: Economic advice to Ministers on Trade Remedies Authority recommendations, including steel safeguards and other UK anti-dumping and anti- subsidy reviews and new investigations Economic input into overall monitoring of trade remedies policy and framework, including developing relationships with the TRA to ensure TRA practice reflects the intention of the legislation and UK policy Lead advice and shape policy on trade remedies aspects of UK FTAs, Work to develop an operating model which sets out how the UK should handle WTO and FTA trade disputes Provide analytical advice on specific trade disputes Develop a plan to evaluate future remedies and disputes activities and provide appropriate monitoring metrics Provide analytical support to the Sanctions Policy Unit, advising on the development of sanctions policy and assessing the effectiveness of sanctions. For this role, the Department will not consider sponsoring a visa or issuing a Certificate of Sponsorship. Please note we are unable to offer advice on any Visa and Immigration cases. Job description Key Accountabilities In this role you will lead and motivate a team supporting key aspects to trade policy development and delivery. This will include: Strategic oversight and planning of your teams work, and managing and prioritising resource across multiple areas Assuring the quality of analysis and the capability of your team Supporting the long-term development of team members Developing relationships with analysts across DIT working on related matters (often in a virtual team set-up) Working closely with analysts in other government departments and external bodies to shape and agree the analysis feeding into the development of trade policy Developing excellent relations with policy colleagues and stakeholders in the department and beyond Acting as a leader within the division, analysis group and DIT, including contributions at the wider corporate level. You will have direct line management responsibility for around 4 individuals with indirect responsibility for a larger team. The role will be based in either Darlington or London. You will be asked to express a location preference during the application process. Please be aware that this role can only be worked from within the UK and not overseas. Informal hybrid working arrangements will be available as agreed with the vacancy manager and in line with the requirements of the role. Most DIT employees will be working a hybrid pattern, spending 2-3 days a week (pro rata) inanoffice, on average. If your office location is London, you will be eligible to receive London salary. DIT will cover travel costs/expenses to any office which is not your usual office location in line with departmental expenses policy. DIT will not cover commuting costs to your agreed office location. Appointments will be made to candidates in merit order based on location preferences. Responsibilities Essential Criteria We are looking for individuals who combine strong technical and analytical skills with exceptional leadership. You will need a track-record of promoting, shaping and using economic analysis in an impactful way to inform policy and decision-making and inspiring others to do the same. The ability to work collaboratively is essential. You will need to be an outstanding communicator and have the ability to influence and persuade across the department and more widely. Y ou will help DIT ensure it has a t rade policy driven by robust and innovative analysis where Ministers and decision-makers have the best available evidence communicated in an effective manner. The post is open to applications from members of the Government Analytical professions. The post-holder will be required to demonstrate experience of applied economic analysis. Desirable Criteria Experience as an analyst working in a trade-related area. Personal Attributes & Skill We are looking for someone who is: Highly motivated to lead a team Naturally collaborative Analytically curious The Policy and Operations Analysis team welcomes a diversity of personality types and thought. Support in applying for our vacancies is available by joining a virtual Candidate Support Session . These sessions include helpful tips and advice on the recruitment process, from application to interview. Memberships GSR/GES/GSS/GORS Behaviours We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process: Leadership Working Together Developing Self and Others Communicating and Influencing Technical skills We'll assess you against these technical skills during the selection process: a) Economists Government Economic Services competences on: Analysis of Data Effective Communication b) Social Researchers Government Social Research Competences on technical skills c) Operational Researchers Knowledge and application of Operational Research Skills and Techniques (as per GORS competences) d) Statisticians Government Statistical Service Competences In particular: acquiring data/understanding customer needs; data analysis; presenting and disseminating d Benefits Learning and development tailored to your role An environment with flexible working options A culture encouraging inclusion and diversity A Civil Service pension with an average employer contribution of 27% Things you need to know Security Successful candidates must pass a disclosure and barring security check. Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed is security check . See our vetting charter . People working with government assets must complete basic personnel security standard checks. Selection process details This vacancy is using Success Profiles , and will assess your Behaviours, Experience and Technical skills. We are closely monitoring the situation regarding the coronavirus, and will be following central Government advice as it is issued. There is therefore a risk that recruitment to this post may be subject to change at short notice. In addition, where appropriate, you may be invited to attend a video interview. Please continue to follow the application process as normal and ensure that you check your emails regularly as all updates from us will be sent to you this way. Sift will take place week commencing 26/09/2022. Interviews will take place week commencing 03/10/2022. As part of the application process you will be asked to complete a CV and personal statement Please align your CV with previous skills and experience. Maximum of 2 A4 pages. Maximum word count of 1000 words. The Personal Statement should concisely explain, in no more than 500 words, your motivation for applying to this role, and evidencing how you meet the essential and desirable criteria listed on the Job Specification. In the event that there is a high volume of applications, a short sift will be conducted based on CV At the interview stage you will be expected to give a 5 minute presentation (this will be on a relevant subject and will be provided on invitation to interview). If successful and transferring from another Government Department a criminal record check may be carried out. In order to process applications without delay, we will be sending a Criminal Record Check to Disclosure and Barring Service on your behalf. However, we recognise in exceptional circumstances some candidates will want to send their completed forms direct. If you will be doing this, please advise Government Recruitment Service of your intention by emailing stating the job reference number in the subject heading. New entrants are expected to join on the minimum of the pay band. Applicants who are successful at interview will be, as part of pre-employment screening, subject to a check on the Internal Fraud Database (IFD). This check will provide information about employees who have been dismissed for fraud or dishonesty offences. This check also applies to employees who resign or otherwise leave before being dismissed for fraud or dishonesty had their employment continued..... click apply for full job details