IT Director Application Deadline: 1 February 2026 Department: IT Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time Location: London Compensation: Up to £125,000 per year + benefits Description Are you an experienced CIO / CDIO who loves dogs and is searching for a purposeful role, leading a brilliant team to deliver huge impact for dog welfare? We are recruiting for an IT Director (CIO/CDIO) to lead the next phase of our IT transformation to unlock the capability of the brilliant technology stack we've put in place - Salesforce, Informatica, Snowflake, etc, and to take responsibility for the smooth day to day running of all Dogs Trust technology. As we implement our new strategy, technology is a critical enabler for us to deliver our services to dogs and their humans. This role reports into our deputy CEO, so is not a member of the Executive Team, but will be the trusted advisor to the Executive Team and our Board of Trustees on all technology matters. They will be an instrumental part of the Director leadership team who are responsible for all functional departments across the organisation. What does this role do? As IT Director (CDIO/CIO), you'll: Develop, lead and continually refine Dogs Trust technology development strategy, ensuring it remains aligned to organisational goals and will continue to deliver digital priorities and ongoing transformation - leveraging technology to deliver greater impact. Lead, develop, manage and coach the IT senior team, and through them the wider directorate, fostering a culture of collaboration, continuous improvement and inclusion. Lead the establishment and maintenance of robust enterprise architecture principles and procedures to ensure coherence, scalability and sustainability of systems and data. Lead the design, development and continuous improvement of digital platforms, applications and services, ensuring seamless integration into back end technology and excellent user experience for staff, volunteers, supporters, customers and optimal outcomes for dogs and their owners. Oversee IT project and programme management, ensuring dependencies are managed and initiatives are delivered on time, within budget and to agreed quality standards. Lead and support all Heads of Department to effectively deliver all aspects of the strategy. Maintain oversight of each activity, maximising excellence and ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and best practice. This will include making best use of data to support decision making and ensuring maximum impact of activities. Ensure heads of department have the appropriate resources to deliver the development strategy, including key areas such as cyber security, and all risks are appropriately managed through policies, procedures and controls. Drive service excellence through clear SLAs, performance monitoring and continuous service improvement. Set, own and manage the technology budget, ensuring effective financial planning, cost control and value for money in infrastructure and consumables. This will include leading and managing key relationships with suppliers and strategic partners, maximising the value and effectiveness of contracts and the resilience of the relationships. Contribute to the development of a shared approach to activities across the DCEO division and play an active role in the wider organisation senior leadership team, contributing to organisational strategy, and cross functional planning and delivery. Ensure strong governance, documentation and reporting across all technology domains. Could this be you? To be successful in this busy role you'll have experience in a similar position, with demonstrable working knowledge of technology transformation and enhancing customer service, through a deep understanding of the organisations' operational needs. You'll be highly engaging, able to explain technical concepts to business users, able to motivate the IT team to deliver to a high standard and within budget. You'll have experience of the technology and platforms we have put in place and know how to get the best out of our investment, whilst staying true to our values. You'll be adept at managing people and stakeholders, who may have differing agendas, and you'll be strategic in how you approach problems and opportunities, setting direction and engaging your team and the organisation to deliver. You'll also have excellent communication skills, with strong supplier management credentials, to get the best out of our strategic partners. Please use the supporting statement section of the online application to outline your suitability for this position, including your motivation for applying and how your skills will enable the post to have a positive impact on dog welfare. Initial screening calls are scheduled to take place on 5th and 6th February 2026, followed by face to face interviews on 11th February. What does this team do? The IT Directorate plays the central role in delivering Dogs Trust's digital and technology strategy. With a team of around 50 permanent plus 20 fixed term contract staff, the directorate provides specialist support across IT operations, software development, innovation, data, security and architecture. It partners with colleagues across the charity to deliver effective, secure and user focused systems and services, enabling staff to work efficiently and supporting the organisation's long term goals. From managing infrastructure and platforms, to safeguarding data and driving digital transformation, the team ensures Dogs Trust remains resilient, future ready and responsive to evolving technological needs. Enterprise Architecture Department defines and governs Dogs Trust's technology strategy, ensuring solutions are scalable, secure, and aligned with business goals. It provides technical and business process leadership, drives innovation and oversees an enterprise wide architecture to enable digital transformation and operational efficiency. Cyber Security & Technology Services Department consists of Cyber Security & Infrastructure Engineers. The department works to protect systems, networks, and data from threats while maintaining the IT systems that support daily operations. They ensure business continuity and safeguarding against potential disruptions caused by security incidents or infrastructure failures. They also ensure Dogs Trust staff make best use of their end user computing services (inc. O365) through configuration, education and communication. Data Engineering Department develops and supports multiple, predominantly SaaS based data platforms across the charity, primarily utilising core platforms like Snowflake, Tableau, and Informatica. They collaborate closely with other functions to deliver continuous improvements and manage new transformation projects, ensuring that data systems align with and support the Dogs Trust Strategy. They build scalable, reliable data infrastructure and enable data driven decision making across the organisation. Technology Platforms & Software Engineering Department develops and supports multiple, predominantly SaaS based, platforms across Dogs Trust. The core platforms are Salesforce (plus various Salesforce native apps) and Marketing Cloud. The department is multi skilled and also develops and supports various other platforms, e.g. ERP (Finance and HR) and veterinary solutions. The IT Service Delivery Department delivers high quality services and support across the organisation. It oversees the tools and platforms that optimise customer experiences, particularly in the adoption of SaaS solutions, while ensuring compliance with policies and regulations. The department acts as a bridge between IT and other departments, driving transformational projects that enhance both technological and operational efficiency. It is committed to continuously improving practices to support the broader mission of Dogs Trust.
Jan 27, 2026
Full time
IT Director Application Deadline: 1 February 2026 Department: IT Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time Location: London Compensation: Up to £125,000 per year + benefits Description Are you an experienced CIO / CDIO who loves dogs and is searching for a purposeful role, leading a brilliant team to deliver huge impact for dog welfare? We are recruiting for an IT Director (CIO/CDIO) to lead the next phase of our IT transformation to unlock the capability of the brilliant technology stack we've put in place - Salesforce, Informatica, Snowflake, etc, and to take responsibility for the smooth day to day running of all Dogs Trust technology. As we implement our new strategy, technology is a critical enabler for us to deliver our services to dogs and their humans. This role reports into our deputy CEO, so is not a member of the Executive Team, but will be the trusted advisor to the Executive Team and our Board of Trustees on all technology matters. They will be an instrumental part of the Director leadership team who are responsible for all functional departments across the organisation. What does this role do? As IT Director (CDIO/CIO), you'll: Develop, lead and continually refine Dogs Trust technology development strategy, ensuring it remains aligned to organisational goals and will continue to deliver digital priorities and ongoing transformation - leveraging technology to deliver greater impact. Lead, develop, manage and coach the IT senior team, and through them the wider directorate, fostering a culture of collaboration, continuous improvement and inclusion. Lead the establishment and maintenance of robust enterprise architecture principles and procedures to ensure coherence, scalability and sustainability of systems and data. Lead the design, development and continuous improvement of digital platforms, applications and services, ensuring seamless integration into back end technology and excellent user experience for staff, volunteers, supporters, customers and optimal outcomes for dogs and their owners. Oversee IT project and programme management, ensuring dependencies are managed and initiatives are delivered on time, within budget and to agreed quality standards. Lead and support all Heads of Department to effectively deliver all aspects of the strategy. Maintain oversight of each activity, maximising excellence and ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and best practice. This will include making best use of data to support decision making and ensuring maximum impact of activities. Ensure heads of department have the appropriate resources to deliver the development strategy, including key areas such as cyber security, and all risks are appropriately managed through policies, procedures and controls. Drive service excellence through clear SLAs, performance monitoring and continuous service improvement. Set, own and manage the technology budget, ensuring effective financial planning, cost control and value for money in infrastructure and consumables. This will include leading and managing key relationships with suppliers and strategic partners, maximising the value and effectiveness of contracts and the resilience of the relationships. Contribute to the development of a shared approach to activities across the DCEO division and play an active role in the wider organisation senior leadership team, contributing to organisational strategy, and cross functional planning and delivery. Ensure strong governance, documentation and reporting across all technology domains. Could this be you? To be successful in this busy role you'll have experience in a similar position, with demonstrable working knowledge of technology transformation and enhancing customer service, through a deep understanding of the organisations' operational needs. You'll be highly engaging, able to explain technical concepts to business users, able to motivate the IT team to deliver to a high standard and within budget. You'll have experience of the technology and platforms we have put in place and know how to get the best out of our investment, whilst staying true to our values. You'll be adept at managing people and stakeholders, who may have differing agendas, and you'll be strategic in how you approach problems and opportunities, setting direction and engaging your team and the organisation to deliver. You'll also have excellent communication skills, with strong supplier management credentials, to get the best out of our strategic partners. Please use the supporting statement section of the online application to outline your suitability for this position, including your motivation for applying and how your skills will enable the post to have a positive impact on dog welfare. Initial screening calls are scheduled to take place on 5th and 6th February 2026, followed by face to face interviews on 11th February. What does this team do? The IT Directorate plays the central role in delivering Dogs Trust's digital and technology strategy. With a team of around 50 permanent plus 20 fixed term contract staff, the directorate provides specialist support across IT operations, software development, innovation, data, security and architecture. It partners with colleagues across the charity to deliver effective, secure and user focused systems and services, enabling staff to work efficiently and supporting the organisation's long term goals. From managing infrastructure and platforms, to safeguarding data and driving digital transformation, the team ensures Dogs Trust remains resilient, future ready and responsive to evolving technological needs. Enterprise Architecture Department defines and governs Dogs Trust's technology strategy, ensuring solutions are scalable, secure, and aligned with business goals. It provides technical and business process leadership, drives innovation and oversees an enterprise wide architecture to enable digital transformation and operational efficiency. Cyber Security & Technology Services Department consists of Cyber Security & Infrastructure Engineers. The department works to protect systems, networks, and data from threats while maintaining the IT systems that support daily operations. They ensure business continuity and safeguarding against potential disruptions caused by security incidents or infrastructure failures. They also ensure Dogs Trust staff make best use of their end user computing services (inc. O365) through configuration, education and communication. Data Engineering Department develops and supports multiple, predominantly SaaS based data platforms across the charity, primarily utilising core platforms like Snowflake, Tableau, and Informatica. They collaborate closely with other functions to deliver continuous improvements and manage new transformation projects, ensuring that data systems align with and support the Dogs Trust Strategy. They build scalable, reliable data infrastructure and enable data driven decision making across the organisation. Technology Platforms & Software Engineering Department develops and supports multiple, predominantly SaaS based, platforms across Dogs Trust. The core platforms are Salesforce (plus various Salesforce native apps) and Marketing Cloud. The department is multi skilled and also develops and supports various other platforms, e.g. ERP (Finance and HR) and veterinary solutions. The IT Service Delivery Department delivers high quality services and support across the organisation. It oversees the tools and platforms that optimise customer experiences, particularly in the adoption of SaaS solutions, while ensuring compliance with policies and regulations. The department acts as a bridge between IT and other departments, driving transformational projects that enhance both technological and operational efficiency. It is committed to continuously improving practices to support the broader mission of Dogs Trust.
Go back Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Deputy Chief Finance Officer The closing date is 06 February 2026 Hours: 37.5 per week, all MKUH roles will be considered for flexible working Are you ready for the next big step in your financial career? are hiring for a Deputy Chief Finance Officer (DCFO). Our Trust is growing rapidly, and we are looking for a candidate who has ideally had experience in a healthcare environment and has experience with finance and expansion. As Deputy Chief Finance Officer, you will provide strategic financial leadership across the Trust, supporting the Chief Finance Officer in delivering robust financial governance and sustainability. The successful candidate will lead teams including Procurement, Financial Management, Financial Control & Capital, and Income & Commercial Contracting. The DCFO will undertake all duties in line with the requirements of the role to support the CFO in the delivery of: Commissioner contract agreement and income reporting Business and commercial advice across a range of service changes Providing financial input into strategic decision making Developing and standardizing the use of costing reporting Furthermore, this role offers exposure to executive decision-making, progression to Board-level positions, leadership development, involvement in major projects, and a supportive environment for ongoing professional growth. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role at this current time. Main duties of the job To provide strategic and operational leadership of the Trust's finance function, ensuring robust financial governance, effective resource allocation, and delivery of value-for-money services. You will oversee financial controls, reporting, budgeting, and compliance to ensure efficient resource management and adherence to NHS regulations. You will identify cost saving opportunities, and supporting service transformation to enhance financial efficiency while maintaining quality. You will provide direct line management to the senior finance team, fostering a high-performance culture. Additionally, take responsibility for establishing and maintaining an effective finance team structure and recruiting, retaining and developing talented individuals to operate within it. You will be an advocate of continuous improvement, and you will drive the ongoing support & development of the finance team to ensure it is able to deliver in a best of class manner for the Trust. Working closely with colleagues, you will ensure that the Trust is well represented within the ICs, has constructive relationships with commissioners and is influential nationally. You will be responsible for ensuring statutory accounts and returns represent a true and fair view, meet required timescales and legal requirements. Participation in the on-call rota is a requirement of the role About us Milton Keynes University Hospital, in proud partnership with the University of Buckingham, is a University Teaching Hospital committed to advancing patient care through cutting-edge research and education. With a "Good" rating from the CQC and significant investment underway, this is an exciting time to join our team and grow your career. As a medium sized general hospital, we provide a full range of general medical and surgical services, including a busy Emergency Department, Maternity, and Paediatrics. As the population of our city and surrounding areas continues to grow rapidly, we are expanding and enhancing our facilities to meet rising demand and improve access to care for all our communities. We are also proud to offer a growing portfolio of specialist services. In January 2025 we opened our state-of-the-art Radiotherapy Centre, bringing advanced cancer treatment closer to home. Our services also include neonatology, specialist surgical care, and a wide range of diagnostics, supported by the new Community Diagnostic Centre at Whitehouse Health Centre. Further investment is underway, including the construction of Oak Wards - a new ward block featuring two 24-bed wards - and the recently approved Women and Children's Centre, set to open by 2030. Job responsibilities Strategic Finance Leadership The post holder will: Ensure financial direction, challenge, and guidance is embedded in all aspects of organisational performance and planning. Deliver a proactive and enabling finance service that supports clinicians and operational leaders to deliver high-quality, cost-effective care. The post holder will: Contribute to the strategic and operational planning process, ensuring the development of short and medium-term financial plans, based on best practice financial and business principals. The post holder will: Develop and implement effective and innovative ways of producing information for budget holders, educating those who commit resources to promote the most effective use of resources in line with the needs of the service Lead on forecasting process and outcomes, including risk assessment and the development of appropriate mitigations Driving Value, Efficiency and Productivity The post holder will (working closely with the Head of Transformation): Provide strategic oversight of value-based healthcare initiatives, ensuring alignment of financial resources to clinical outcomes and patient experience. Lead on the development and implementation of efficiency frameworks, embedding financial insights into improvement programmes. The post holder will: Represent MKUHFT in Central East IC finance forums to deliver System based transformation. Lead on shared financial strategies and cross-organisational planning, supporting population health management and integrated models of care. Inclusion, Leadership and Culture The post holder will: Embed a culture of equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) in financial leadership, recruitment, progression, and staff engagement. Ensure finance policies, development programmes, and staff networks reflect Trust EDI commitments and NHS Workforce Race Equality Standard (WRES). NHS One Finance & Professional Development The post holder will: Champion the MKUH One Finance journey, to include re-Accreditation, embedding the principles of professionalism, leadership, and inclusivity. Lead the implementation of the One NHS Finance Talent Management Strategy within MKUH. Digital Finance and Intelligence The post holder will: Lead the modernisation of financial systems through automation and wider use of AI Drive the use of Service Line Reporting (SLR) and Patient-Level Costing (PLICS) to support decision-making. Corporate responsibilities The post holder will: Assist the Chief Finance Officer to provide strategic leadership and professional financial advice to the Trust to ensure its long-term financial success. Deputise for the Chief Finance Officer when required and represent Finance at relevant Board Committees, system, internal and external meetings. General The post holder will: Proactively support the Chief Finance Officer to develop strategy, deliver agreed initiatives and implement agreed plans. Attend Trust Board & Committee meetings as required. Please refer to the Job Description for further details Person Specification Qualifications and knowledge Educated to Masters (or equivalent) level or equivalent experience and skills developed across a number of fields i.e. financial management, people management, financial information systems etc. Significant experience through working at a senior level in a Finance function in a complex organisation in a Healthcare setting (e.g. NHS Trust, NHS Commissioning, NHS England) or through Level 8 financial qualification. Professionally qualified accountant Evidence of recent and on-going continuous professional and personal development Significant knowledge of current financial legislation Postgraduate management or other relevant postgraduate qualification (e.g. Masters degree) Experience Significant, substantial and extensive post qualification experience at a senior level in a complex organisation in a healthcare setting (e.g. NHS Acute Trust, NHS Commissioner, NHS England) Demonstrable track record operating atnear board level, in a complex health care organisation, with clear evidence of system leadership remit, with the professional credibility and ability to influence Directors and senior managers and clinicians across the health system, and to retain the confidence of regulators and other external stakeholders Evidence of successful and sustained financial leadership in an environment of organisational change and improvement Sound understanding of NHS strategic change agenda and political environment Sound understanding of the commercial environment; and the national healthcare policy and strategic direction Current knowledge of all aspects of finance, corporate governance and controls assurance Proven experience of developing and reviewing large scale business cases and capacity plans Exceptional leadership and communication skills (both verbal and written) with experience of dealing directly with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders . click apply for full job details
Jan 26, 2026
Full time
Go back Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Deputy Chief Finance Officer The closing date is 06 February 2026 Hours: 37.5 per week, all MKUH roles will be considered for flexible working Are you ready for the next big step in your financial career? are hiring for a Deputy Chief Finance Officer (DCFO). Our Trust is growing rapidly, and we are looking for a candidate who has ideally had experience in a healthcare environment and has experience with finance and expansion. As Deputy Chief Finance Officer, you will provide strategic financial leadership across the Trust, supporting the Chief Finance Officer in delivering robust financial governance and sustainability. The successful candidate will lead teams including Procurement, Financial Management, Financial Control & Capital, and Income & Commercial Contracting. The DCFO will undertake all duties in line with the requirements of the role to support the CFO in the delivery of: Commissioner contract agreement and income reporting Business and commercial advice across a range of service changes Providing financial input into strategic decision making Developing and standardizing the use of costing reporting Furthermore, this role offers exposure to executive decision-making, progression to Board-level positions, leadership development, involvement in major projects, and a supportive environment for ongoing professional growth. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role at this current time. Main duties of the job To provide strategic and operational leadership of the Trust's finance function, ensuring robust financial governance, effective resource allocation, and delivery of value-for-money services. You will oversee financial controls, reporting, budgeting, and compliance to ensure efficient resource management and adherence to NHS regulations. You will identify cost saving opportunities, and supporting service transformation to enhance financial efficiency while maintaining quality. You will provide direct line management to the senior finance team, fostering a high-performance culture. Additionally, take responsibility for establishing and maintaining an effective finance team structure and recruiting, retaining and developing talented individuals to operate within it. You will be an advocate of continuous improvement, and you will drive the ongoing support & development of the finance team to ensure it is able to deliver in a best of class manner for the Trust. Working closely with colleagues, you will ensure that the Trust is well represented within the ICs, has constructive relationships with commissioners and is influential nationally. You will be responsible for ensuring statutory accounts and returns represent a true and fair view, meet required timescales and legal requirements. Participation in the on-call rota is a requirement of the role About us Milton Keynes University Hospital, in proud partnership with the University of Buckingham, is a University Teaching Hospital committed to advancing patient care through cutting-edge research and education. With a "Good" rating from the CQC and significant investment underway, this is an exciting time to join our team and grow your career. As a medium sized general hospital, we provide a full range of general medical and surgical services, including a busy Emergency Department, Maternity, and Paediatrics. As the population of our city and surrounding areas continues to grow rapidly, we are expanding and enhancing our facilities to meet rising demand and improve access to care for all our communities. We are also proud to offer a growing portfolio of specialist services. In January 2025 we opened our state-of-the-art Radiotherapy Centre, bringing advanced cancer treatment closer to home. Our services also include neonatology, specialist surgical care, and a wide range of diagnostics, supported by the new Community Diagnostic Centre at Whitehouse Health Centre. Further investment is underway, including the construction of Oak Wards - a new ward block featuring two 24-bed wards - and the recently approved Women and Children's Centre, set to open by 2030. Job responsibilities Strategic Finance Leadership The post holder will: Ensure financial direction, challenge, and guidance is embedded in all aspects of organisational performance and planning. Deliver a proactive and enabling finance service that supports clinicians and operational leaders to deliver high-quality, cost-effective care. The post holder will: Contribute to the strategic and operational planning process, ensuring the development of short and medium-term financial plans, based on best practice financial and business principals. The post holder will: Develop and implement effective and innovative ways of producing information for budget holders, educating those who commit resources to promote the most effective use of resources in line with the needs of the service Lead on forecasting process and outcomes, including risk assessment and the development of appropriate mitigations Driving Value, Efficiency and Productivity The post holder will (working closely with the Head of Transformation): Provide strategic oversight of value-based healthcare initiatives, ensuring alignment of financial resources to clinical outcomes and patient experience. Lead on the development and implementation of efficiency frameworks, embedding financial insights into improvement programmes. The post holder will: Represent MKUHFT in Central East IC finance forums to deliver System based transformation. Lead on shared financial strategies and cross-organisational planning, supporting population health management and integrated models of care. Inclusion, Leadership and Culture The post holder will: Embed a culture of equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) in financial leadership, recruitment, progression, and staff engagement. Ensure finance policies, development programmes, and staff networks reflect Trust EDI commitments and NHS Workforce Race Equality Standard (WRES). NHS One Finance & Professional Development The post holder will: Champion the MKUH One Finance journey, to include re-Accreditation, embedding the principles of professionalism, leadership, and inclusivity. Lead the implementation of the One NHS Finance Talent Management Strategy within MKUH. Digital Finance and Intelligence The post holder will: Lead the modernisation of financial systems through automation and wider use of AI Drive the use of Service Line Reporting (SLR) and Patient-Level Costing (PLICS) to support decision-making. Corporate responsibilities The post holder will: Assist the Chief Finance Officer to provide strategic leadership and professional financial advice to the Trust to ensure its long-term financial success. Deputise for the Chief Finance Officer when required and represent Finance at relevant Board Committees, system, internal and external meetings. General The post holder will: Proactively support the Chief Finance Officer to develop strategy, deliver agreed initiatives and implement agreed plans. Attend Trust Board & Committee meetings as required. Please refer to the Job Description for further details Person Specification Qualifications and knowledge Educated to Masters (or equivalent) level or equivalent experience and skills developed across a number of fields i.e. financial management, people management, financial information systems etc. Significant experience through working at a senior level in a Finance function in a complex organisation in a Healthcare setting (e.g. NHS Trust, NHS Commissioning, NHS England) or through Level 8 financial qualification. Professionally qualified accountant Evidence of recent and on-going continuous professional and personal development Significant knowledge of current financial legislation Postgraduate management or other relevant postgraduate qualification (e.g. Masters degree) Experience Significant, substantial and extensive post qualification experience at a senior level in a complex organisation in a healthcare setting (e.g. NHS Acute Trust, NHS Commissioner, NHS England) Demonstrable track record operating atnear board level, in a complex health care organisation, with clear evidence of system leadership remit, with the professional credibility and ability to influence Directors and senior managers and clinicians across the health system, and to retain the confidence of regulators and other external stakeholders Evidence of successful and sustained financial leadership in an environment of organisational change and improvement Sound understanding of NHS strategic change agenda and political environment Sound understanding of the commercial environment; and the national healthcare policy and strategic direction Current knowledge of all aspects of finance, corporate governance and controls assurance Proven experience of developing and reviewing large scale business cases and capacity plans Exceptional leadership and communication skills (both verbal and written) with experience of dealing directly with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders . click apply for full job details
Colt provides network, voice and data centre services to thousands of businesses around the world, allowing them to focus on delivering their business goals instead of the underlying infrastructure. Short Description Function: General Counsel Reports to: VP Corporate Law & Deputy General Counsel Set up: Hybrid / Remote Why we need this role We have an exciting opportunity for an ambitious and talented employment lawyer to join our growing corporate law team. This position will serve as a key point of contact for our global HR function and provide expert support on a wide range of employment law matters. Responsibilities include advising on complex, cross functional, and multi jurisdictional transformation projects aligned with Colt's business and HR priorities; managing legal and employee relations risks; and contributing to the delivery of our strategic people objectives. We are seeking candidates available on a full time basis. Ideally, you will have trained at a leading City or regional law firm and subsequently gained in house experience. What you will do Engaging with senior stakeholders including at the C Suite level on employment law matters. Providing critical support and leading the employment law advice required on strategic projects both on a national and/or global level. Managing and advising on a wide range of strategic employment law risks and issues including, redundancy, performance, sickness absence, TUPE and compensation and benefits Drafting, advising on and negotiating, as required, a variety of agreements, including contracts of employment, settlement agreements and supporting general commercial outsourcing and supplier contracts involving employment matters. Advising on complex and routine legal cases involving employment matters including; compliance, internal investigations and disciplinary/grievance matters. Managing employment litigation with the support of external counsel Reviewing and advising on HR processes and policies, working closely with our local HR teams and Global ER and HR Policy Director. Partnering with members of our Legal team and other functional stakeholders as appropriate such as Rewards, Tax, Procurement, Finance and Audit Monitoring changes in employment legislation, regulations, guidelines and practices affecting Colt and ensuring they are analysed, evaluated and implemented as required. Support and adhering on engagement with European and national work councils. Engaging with our external legal advisors as required. Providing guidance and training for HR team members on employment law matters. Employment law experience on post acquisition integration would be a plus. What we look for Strong academic background with legal knowledge and excellent drafting skills; ideally 15+ years of post qualification experience (PQE). Proven experience in negotiating German Works Agreements Legal qualification in the UK / qualified solicitor with exposure to international employment law, with a strong focus on Germany. In depth knowledge of German labor law, particularly regarding works council rights and the ability to determine the optimal timing for transitioning from internal negotiations to judicial proceedings (conciliation board vs. arbitration). Experience supporting organizational design initiatives, including drafting and negotiating balance of interest agreements related to organizational changes. Full proficiency in German (written and spoken). Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. Strong commercial acumen with a solution oriented approach. Ability to manage competing priorities and handle a varied workload effectively. Exceptional interpersonal skills, capable of delivering difficult messages positively and working collaboratively. Clear and concise communication skills. Flexibility and adaptability to meet deadlines and manage time efficiently. It would be desirable: Highly desirable: experience advising on social plan negotiations in Germany and France. Experience in re negotiating Works Agreements. Working knowledge of additional European languages. Exposure to employment law internationally beyond Germany and the UK. Experience with advising on social plan negotiations in multiple jurisdictions. Skills Building and Managing Teams Supervisory Leadership Relationship Management Contract Law Education A bachelor's or master's degree in the law or a relevant field What we offer you: Looking to make a mark? At Colt, you'll make a difference. Because around here, we empower people. We don't tell you what to do. Instead, we employ people we trust, who come together across the globe to create intelligent solutions. Our global teams are full of ambitious, driven people, all working together towards one shared purpose: to put the power of the digital universe in the hands of our customers wherever, whenever and however they want. We give our people the opportunity to inspire and lead teams, and work on projects that connect people, cities, businesses, and ideas. We want you to help us change the world, for the better. Diversity and inclusion Inclusion and valuing diversity of thought and experience are at the heart of our culture here at Colt. From day one, you'll be encouraged to be yourself because we believe that's what helps our people to thrive. We welcome people with diverse backgrounds and experiences, regardless of their gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, race, religion, disability, neurodiversity, age, marital status, pregnancy status, or place of birth. Most recently we have: Signed the UN Women Empowerment Principles which guide our Gender Action Plan Trained 60 (and growing) Colties to be Mental Health First Aiders Please speak with a member of our recruitment team if you require adjustments to our recruitment process to support you. For more information about our Inclusion and Diversity agenda, visit our DEI pages. Our benefits support you through all parts of life, for both physical and mental health. Flexible working hours and the option to work from home. Extensive induction program with experienced mentors and buddies. Opportunities for further development and educational opportunities. Global Family Leave Policy. Employee Assistance Program. Internal inclusion & diversity employee networks. A global network When you join Colt you become part of our global network. We are proud of our colleagues and the stories and experience they bring - take a look at 'Our People' site including our Empowered Women in Tech.
Jan 11, 2026
Full time
Colt provides network, voice and data centre services to thousands of businesses around the world, allowing them to focus on delivering their business goals instead of the underlying infrastructure. Short Description Function: General Counsel Reports to: VP Corporate Law & Deputy General Counsel Set up: Hybrid / Remote Why we need this role We have an exciting opportunity for an ambitious and talented employment lawyer to join our growing corporate law team. This position will serve as a key point of contact for our global HR function and provide expert support on a wide range of employment law matters. Responsibilities include advising on complex, cross functional, and multi jurisdictional transformation projects aligned with Colt's business and HR priorities; managing legal and employee relations risks; and contributing to the delivery of our strategic people objectives. We are seeking candidates available on a full time basis. Ideally, you will have trained at a leading City or regional law firm and subsequently gained in house experience. What you will do Engaging with senior stakeholders including at the C Suite level on employment law matters. Providing critical support and leading the employment law advice required on strategic projects both on a national and/or global level. Managing and advising on a wide range of strategic employment law risks and issues including, redundancy, performance, sickness absence, TUPE and compensation and benefits Drafting, advising on and negotiating, as required, a variety of agreements, including contracts of employment, settlement agreements and supporting general commercial outsourcing and supplier contracts involving employment matters. Advising on complex and routine legal cases involving employment matters including; compliance, internal investigations and disciplinary/grievance matters. Managing employment litigation with the support of external counsel Reviewing and advising on HR processes and policies, working closely with our local HR teams and Global ER and HR Policy Director. Partnering with members of our Legal team and other functional stakeholders as appropriate such as Rewards, Tax, Procurement, Finance and Audit Monitoring changes in employment legislation, regulations, guidelines and practices affecting Colt and ensuring they are analysed, evaluated and implemented as required. Support and adhering on engagement with European and national work councils. Engaging with our external legal advisors as required. Providing guidance and training for HR team members on employment law matters. Employment law experience on post acquisition integration would be a plus. What we look for Strong academic background with legal knowledge and excellent drafting skills; ideally 15+ years of post qualification experience (PQE). Proven experience in negotiating German Works Agreements Legal qualification in the UK / qualified solicitor with exposure to international employment law, with a strong focus on Germany. In depth knowledge of German labor law, particularly regarding works council rights and the ability to determine the optimal timing for transitioning from internal negotiations to judicial proceedings (conciliation board vs. arbitration). Experience supporting organizational design initiatives, including drafting and negotiating balance of interest agreements related to organizational changes. Full proficiency in German (written and spoken). Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. Strong commercial acumen with a solution oriented approach. Ability to manage competing priorities and handle a varied workload effectively. Exceptional interpersonal skills, capable of delivering difficult messages positively and working collaboratively. Clear and concise communication skills. Flexibility and adaptability to meet deadlines and manage time efficiently. It would be desirable: Highly desirable: experience advising on social plan negotiations in Germany and France. Experience in re negotiating Works Agreements. Working knowledge of additional European languages. Exposure to employment law internationally beyond Germany and the UK. Experience with advising on social plan negotiations in multiple jurisdictions. Skills Building and Managing Teams Supervisory Leadership Relationship Management Contract Law Education A bachelor's or master's degree in the law or a relevant field What we offer you: Looking to make a mark? At Colt, you'll make a difference. Because around here, we empower people. We don't tell you what to do. Instead, we employ people we trust, who come together across the globe to create intelligent solutions. Our global teams are full of ambitious, driven people, all working together towards one shared purpose: to put the power of the digital universe in the hands of our customers wherever, whenever and however they want. We give our people the opportunity to inspire and lead teams, and work on projects that connect people, cities, businesses, and ideas. We want you to help us change the world, for the better. Diversity and inclusion Inclusion and valuing diversity of thought and experience are at the heart of our culture here at Colt. From day one, you'll be encouraged to be yourself because we believe that's what helps our people to thrive. We welcome people with diverse backgrounds and experiences, regardless of their gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, race, religion, disability, neurodiversity, age, marital status, pregnancy status, or place of birth. Most recently we have: Signed the UN Women Empowerment Principles which guide our Gender Action Plan Trained 60 (and growing) Colties to be Mental Health First Aiders Please speak with a member of our recruitment team if you require adjustments to our recruitment process to support you. For more information about our Inclusion and Diversity agenda, visit our DEI pages. Our benefits support you through all parts of life, for both physical and mental health. Flexible working hours and the option to work from home. Extensive induction program with experienced mentors and buddies. Opportunities for further development and educational opportunities. Global Family Leave Policy. Employee Assistance Program. Internal inclusion & diversity employee networks. A global network When you join Colt you become part of our global network. We are proud of our colleagues and the stories and experience they bring - take a look at 'Our People' site including our Empowered Women in Tech.