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University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust Band 8d Head of Finance - Group Clinical Support Services The closing date is 11 January 2026 Are you ready to step up and shape financial strategy at the heart of UHB? We're seeking an ambitious, qualified accountant ready to make their mark as Head of Finance for Group Clinical Support Services - where financial excellence meets clinical innovation, and your expertise directly enables better patient care across one of England's largest teaching hospital trusts. This is your chance to become a key member of the GCSS leadership team, providing strategic financial business partnering across one of our most vital service areas. You'll be the interface between Finance, Operations and Corporate - driving sound financial decision making while building the management capability of clinical leaders across the service. Why now? Change is happening across UHB. We have a lot to do - the pressure is on - but it's never been a better time to join us. You'll have support in abundance working alongside our experienced Financial Leadership Team, Director of Finance and the GCSS Managing Director, with opportunities to influence strategy while developing your leadership skills. We need a collaborative leader - someone who rolls their sleeves up, builds relationships across all levels, and isn't afraid to constructively challenge. You'll lead a GCSS finance team delivering superior business partnering, robust management accounting, and clear insights that drive continuous improvement. Main duties of the job A CCAB qualified accountant with extensive business partnering experience in large, complex organisations, you'll have demonstrable success operating at a strategic level. Your exceptional communication skills will enable you to present highly complex financial issues clearly to non finance colleagues, while your analytical abilities will drive insight and astute decision making. Strategic Partnership - Lead integrated planning across income, expenditure, workforce and activity that aligns to Trust strategy and financial recovery Commercial Acumen - Support robust commercial negotiations to ensure opportunities are maximised and clinical and operational outcomes are enhanced Insightful Reporting - Provide clear narratives on financial performance, pulling complex information into compelling stories that drive action Productivity & Efficiency - Champion innovation over incrementalism, leading the Cost Improvement Programme and identifying recovery opportunities Expert Advice - Be the trusted financial specialist, providing policy advice and training that embeds financial awareness across the service People Leadership - Develop and inspire your finance team, creating a culture of excellence, accountability and continuous development About us University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust strives to have an inclusive culture where everyone feels like they belong, can thrive, knows that they add value and feels valued. We do this by developing compassionate and culturally competent leaders, being values driven in all that we do and by creating a welcoming and inclusive workplace that thrives on the diversity of our people. As such we want to attract and recruit talented individuals from all backgrounds, and for each of you to feel supported for the diversity you bring, to achieve your full potential. For those staff with a disability, including physical disability, long term health condition, mental health or neurodiverse condition, this also means being committed to making reasonable adjustments needed for you to carry out your role. Job responsibilities Please note for a specific detailed job description for this vacancy please see attached job description. Main Duties & Tasks Continued As a Lead, you'll bring our values to life Kind, Connected, Bold. You'll champion our behaviour framework and lead in an environment where financial discipline drives better patient care, where your expertise shapes strategic decisions, and where your leadership truly makes a difference. For an informal discussion, contact Vicki Flindall, Director of Finance, Queen Elizabeth Hospital. Person Specification Qualifications Recognised Professional Accountancy Qualification i.e. Fully Qualified member of a CCAB accountancy body (as per HFMA national finance profiles definition but including for example CIMA, ACCA, ACA). Expert and up to date knowledge of financial and accounting procedures including relevant legislation and NHS accounting policies acquired through professional accountancy qualifications and/or attendance on specialist training. Experience and expertise in financial management, strategic and staff leadership roles underpinned by professional accountancy qualification background. Completion of evidenced ongoing continuing professional development, in accordance with guidelines produced by the relevant Professional Accountancy Body. Membership of the Healthcare Financial Management Association is desirable. Experience Financial modelling and translating complex data from various systems into clear and comprehensive financial model. Experience of working with computerised financial systems. Business case appraisal. Significant experience working within senior management. Experience of leading a team including objective setting, performance reviews and performance management. Significant relevant experience of Business Partnering and Financial Management including substantial post qualification experience operating at a strategic level. Extensive experience of the financial elements of business planning, the preparation of business cases and the practical application of investment appraisal techniques. Sufficient experience to be able to deputise for the Director of Finance as and when required, often at short notice. Demonstrable commitment to Continuing Professional Development in accordance with the requirements of the professional bodies. Experience and knowledge of the NHS including the financial and political agenda. Good working knowledge of and proven interest in the NHS including understanding of key targets and the performance management framework. Up to date knowledge of Financial and Management Accounting procedures including International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS). Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust

At Cision, we believe in empowering every individual to make an impact. Here, your voice is heard, your ideas are valued, and your unique perspective fuels our collective success. As part of our global team, you'll thrive in an environment that champions curiosity, collaboration, and innovation, all while making meaningful contributions to the brands we accelerate. Join us in shaping the future of communication and building authentic connections that matter. Whether you're solving complex problems or driving bold innovations, your growth is our success, and together, we'll create the conversations of tomorrow. Empower your impact at Cision. Be seen, be understood, be you. The role If you're the kind of person who loves getting to the bottom of questions like these, this role could be a great fit for you: How are brands performing compared to their competitors? Given a company's business goals, how can they optimise their social media content strategy? How can a company improve its social media performance based on past KPIs? As a member of the Professional Services team, you'll execute bespoke research projects that help our clients better understand their brands, consumers, and industries - and take meaningful action based on those insights. You'll be joining a diverse and dynamic team of people from varied backgrounds and experiences. This means you'll have the opportunity to learn from highly creative, supportive, and curious colleagues who share a genuine hunger for understanding people. Duties and responsibilities Analyse social media and digital data to uncover insights that drive client performance and strategy. Build client facing presentations that tell compelling, data driven stories tailored to business objectives. Connect social media trends, audience behavior, and cultural insights to performance data to surface actionable opportunities. Work collaboratively and independently on research projects, with a focus on personal accountability and project management. Gain an understanding of the full range of Brandwatch products and have a proven understanding of analysis, data storytelling and research methods. Execute on a research plan and build a narrative with data that is engaging and actionable. Provide strategic guidance to clients across roles/functions to map to their larger business goals/data. Essential Skills and Experience 2+ years of experience on data analysis/ as a social media manager or working in an agency, with exposure to KPI reporting. Understanding of marketing and social media. Ability to think like a client and make recommendations based on business objectives. Social Media paid data knowledge. Knowledge of and interest in current social media platforms. Technical aptitude for learning new software and conducting both quantitative and qualitative analyses. Experience creating data visualisations, data storytelling, and creating a compelling story flow of report deliverables. Confidence in business writing, client communication and presentation skills. Experience working directly with clients is a plus. Competency in Excel and PowerPoint. Full training in Brandwatch software will be provided. Familiarity with social media tools such as Brandwatch is an advantage. What You Will Get Life Assurance Private Medical Insurance (For directors and above only) Cycle to Work Discounted Dining Virtual GP Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) Eye Care Test Cision Global Charitable Giving Program As a global leader in PR, marketing and social media management technology and intelligence, Cision helps brands and organizations to identify, connect and engage with customers and stakeholders to drive business results. PR Newswire, a network of over 1.1 billion influencers, in-depth monitoring, analytics and its Brandwatch and Falcon.io social media platforms headline a premier suite of solutions. Cision has offices in 24 countries throughout the Americas, EMEA and APAC. For more information about Cision's award winning solutions, including its next gen Cision Communications Cloud , visit and on Twitter. Cision is committed to fostering an inclusive environment where all employees can be their authentic selves and perform at their best. We believe diversity, equity, and inclusion is vital to driving our culture, sparking innovation and achieving long term success. Cision is proud to have joined more than 600 companies in signing the CEO Action for Diversity & Inclusion pledge and named a "Top Diversity Employer" for 2021 by Cision is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, seeking to create a welcoming and diverse environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or other protected statuses. Cision is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with our commitment, Cision will take the steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact

The Opportunity An exciting opportunity has become available to be part of our fast-growing team and to be a key part of the Client Services function. This role provides an outstanding opportunity to join a growing global integrated marketing advisory and will provide an ambitious individual with valuable experience for progression and development. The Company mediasense is a global, independent advisor that brings the clarity, connection and confidence modern marketers need to fuel growth. We help marketers eliminate waste and maximize the impact of their most significant investments at scale. Our ambition is to define and own an entirely new category - recognized as the world's most trusted, independent and impactful marketing advisor. We do this by elevating how clients operate, how agencies deliver, how platforms perform, and how all parts of the ecosystem connect. Because progress doesn't happen in isolation, it takes alignment, intelligence, and trust. That's what we enable. That's what we stand for. That's Unified Marketing Intelligence. mediasense is designed around how we help marketers optimize and transform through best-in-class structure and governance (Organization), partners and platforms (Ecosystem), governance and controls (Assurance), and measurement and effectiveness (Science). We have the proven ability to effectively support large, complex organizations and deliver multiple projects simultaneously. As evidenced through our strong track record with clients, we pride ourselves on the consistent high quality of service delivery and the ability to accelerate transformation and growth. mediasense and has over 200 employees across London, New York, Singapore and New Delhi. For more information, visit . The Role This role is for a Senior Consultant, based in London. This role will report into the Sub-Practice Lead. This is an important role within mediasense as you will be responsible for leading and managing the end-to-end client delivery through planning, delivery and reporting for a portfolio of some of the UK's largest advertisers. The Media Practice focuses on delivering industry-leading measurement and accountability for advertisers across their media investments, designing future-facing frameworks that drive transparency, value and trust with our core analytics products, including performance tracking, media cost & fees benchmarking, performance deep-dives; media cost and fees analysis in a pitch, and agency pitch commercials. A Media Analytics Senior Consultant owns "the analysis and insights" we deliver to Clients from the Media Analytics Practice to ensure that project execution follows and is in compliant with our standard methodologies and ways of working and that each project delivers measurable client value, operates efficiently, the deliverables are reflective of the new blueprints being produced within the organization, and that the client service and deliverables are of high quality. You will work closely with project leads in both the Client Solutions and Media Analytics Practices to become the day to day contact for our clients for your portfolio of clients, supported by a team of analysts. The role itself will involve a range of activities including: Overall ownership and delivery responsibility for media analytics clients and key audit projects (Accountability solution pillar) Overall ownership and delivery responsibility for media pitch analytics projects to from design and initiation of the pitch analytics through to pitch assessment and agency appointment (Ecosystem solution pillar) Overall ownership and delivery responsibility for the media analytics elements of organization operating model and transformation consultancy and science projects (Organization & Science solution pillars) Contribution to product development through ongoing feedback to the Technology & Innovation team on the functionality of tools used in the delivery of our work, and contribution to the consolidation of market intelligence Ensuring all your projects and project team members are following new ways of working, templates and guidelines (when they are produced) and that all work is produced and delivered to a high standard Line management responsibilities for Media Practice team members at levels below Senior Consultant, and providing adhoc mentorship for other members of the Analytics Services team Active engagement with Client Solutions and Client Strategy teams to collaborate on client initiatives and deliverables The Candidate The ideal candidate should have media agency (planning or trading), client side or media auditor background; with deep expertise in UK media planning, buying and trading. Specifically, this role will involve leading the delivery of Client Projects and directly managing Analytics Services teams, and will require the following skills: Ability to lead, mentor and educate a team Experience delivering client projects from inception through to reporting Strong, confident communicator, presenter and report writer Ability to create strong 'firm but fair' relationships with media agencies Deep expertise in UK media planning and trading (primarily negotiated, non-biddable) specifically across TV, BVoD/CTV/SVoD, OOH, Print, Radio, Cinema. Wider global media industry knowledge would also be a benefit to be able to work across our significant global client base. Demonstrates a working knowledge of digital media platforms & trading, and an understanding of how biddable and non-biddable media channels work together to deliver cohesive campaigns. Good understanding of the role of media industry data and how it is applied to the application of these channels Strong analytics capabilities and confidence working with media buying and industry data to be able to generate deep insights Experience in proposal writing and the ability to communicate the mediasense proposition to clients (working closely with project leads and the UK regional lead Combines intellectual rigor with practical application and delivery Curious and enthusiastic Ability to own client relationships and manage teams Demonstrate core MediaSense values: curious minds, courageous hearts; stronger together, smarter together; do the right thing, always; and raise the bar, then raise it again. Methodology & Ways of Working Support the standard ways of working roll out including processes, roles, work allocation, and role location strategy Support the development of the practice capability (methods, people, ways of working, use of technology) used to create value through our products for our clients Contribute to the establishment and maintenance of best-practice guidance and delivery playbooks, templates, governance guides and FAQs to ensure global consistency Partner with Practice Lead to ensure the product portfolio supports the practice's strategic direction Service Management Oversees day-to-day delivery execution of services for their products across teams and regions Manage the consistency of process/project execution while continuously evaluating opportunities for improvement Tracks project delivery across client accounts and adoption / compliance to ways of working for the project workflow. Delivers client scopes and collaborates to orchestrate resourcing needs for the client project Oversee and actively manages the quality of the work produced by the Analytics Services team Capability Enablement & Innovation Work with the Media Practice, Sub-practice leads and Client Solutions Directors to monitor market changes and changes in client needs to identify changes in capability needed to serve our clients Supports internal enablement sessions to drive adoption, consistency, and quality Embeds a culture of collaboration and feedback within the Analytic Services teams delivering the project. Financial & Commercial Awareness Work with the Practice Lead to ensure adherence to scope for projects in their project areas Supports accurate Project forecasting for resource allocation and timing Monitors time-to-deliver and utilisation data to support decision-making. What We Offer Hybrid working 28 days holiday per year, up to a maximum of 32 days Work from any location in the world for up to 4 weeks per year 10 days Annual Leave Purchase per year Day off for your birthday Company bonus scheme Pension Private Healthcare Employee Assistance programme Group Life insurance Annual season ticket loan Cycle to work scheme Eye test & contribution towards glasses for VDU Employee Referral Bonus New Business Bonus

Select how often (in days) to receive an alert: Job Title: Senior Associate or Vice President, COO Office, Investment Banking Job Code: 11885 Country: GB City: London Skill Category: Admin/Support Description Company Overview Nomura is a global financial services group with an integrated network spanning approximately 30 countries and regions. By connecting markets East & West, Nomura services the needs of individuals, institutions, corporates and governments through its three business divisions: Wealth Management, Investment Management, and Wholesale (Global Markets and Investment Banking). Founded in 1925, the firm is built on a tradition of disciplined entrepreneurship, serving clients with creative solutions and considered thought leadership. For further information about Nomura, visit Role Description We are seeking a high-performing Senior Associate / VP to join our Investment Banking COO team. This is a unique opportunity to work at the center of a fast-paced business, collaborating directly with bankers from Analyst to Managing Director and partnering with senior Advisory & CFS product bankers. You will be instrumental in both strategic deliverables and day-to-day business management, with regular engagement across global functions and leadership. This opportunity is ideal for candidates with proven success in COO or Business Management roles who want to accelerate their careers in Investment Banking. Key Responsibilities Business Partnering Working closely with senior Advisory & CFS product bankers - supporting them with strategic deliverables, business reviews and day-to-day scorecard management Liaise globally, collaborating with global sector teams Executive Support Support Senior IB Management in preparing presentations for executive meetings and cross-product and / or cross-regional initiatives Business Management Oversee pipeline management and project approval processes, partnering closely with Finance for revenue performance and forecasting Analyse and report on business/competitor performance MI & Data Analytics Develop and enhance Management Information (MI) using Salesforce, Business Objects, and internal tools Maintain critical business databases Create dashboards and reporting packages to inform management decisions Leveraging technology and the use of AI - promoting use cases both with Business Partners and within COO to boost productivity and competitive positioning Project & Process Ownership Lead and deliver projects that improve business efficiency or drive strategic priorities Prepare high-quality materials for offsites, planning sessions, and board-level discussions Cross-Functional Engagement Partner with key support functions (Technology, Finance, Operations, HR) to resolve business issues and execute new initiatives Champion improvements to processes and oversee cost control Risk, Conduct & Control Ensure robust compliance with business policies and regulatory standards; drive conduct and best practices across teams Desired Profile, Qualifications and Knowledge Required Relevant Experience COO/Business Management experience in Investment Banking or adjacent financial services Experience managing business processes, strategic planning, or MI development within a global, fast-paced environment Stakeholder Engagement Excellent interpersonal skills; able to build credibility quickly with bankers and senior management Effective at navigating complex stakeholder groups and multicultural teams Technical & Analytical Skills Strong understanding of investment banking workflows, financial analysis, and resource allocation Ideally experienced user of Salesforce, Business Objects, MS Office and AI tools; data visualization/dashboarding experience a plus Execution Excellence Detail-oriented, proactive, able to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines Demonstrated ability to switch seamlessly between tactical execution and high-level strategy Nomura competencies Explore Insights & Vision Identify the underlying causes of problems faced by you or your team and define a clear vision and direction for the future. Making Strategic Decisions Evaluate all the options for resolving the problems and effectively prioritize actions or recommendations. Inspire Entrepreneurship in People Inspire team members through effective communication of ideas and motivate them to actively enhance productivity. Elevate Organizational Capability Engage proactively in professional development and enhance team productivity through the promotion of knowledge sharing. Inclusion Respect DEI, foster a culture of psychological safety in the workplace and cultivate a "Risk Culture" (Challenge, Escalate and Respect). Diversity Statement Nomura is committed to an employment policy of equal opportunities, and is fundamentally opposed to any less favourable treatment accorded to existing or potential members of staff on the grounds of race, creed, colour, nationality, disability, marital status, pregnancy, gender or sexual orientation. DISCLAIMER This Job Description is for reference only, and whilst this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, it is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, requirements or working conditions associated with the job. The management reserves the right to revise the job and may, at his or her discretion, assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Equal Opportunity Employer Nomura is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Senior Business Development Manager - Chicago Work From Home - USA As a global leader in commercial payments that powers international business by moving money with ease, Convera is seeking a Senior Business Development Manager to support B2B sales across the Midwest region. The Role We are looking for tenacious, motivated, resilient individuals with a competitive mindset to build a diverse and delivering pipeline of SME, Corporate, and Blue Chip clients, identifying and securing business opportunities within the Growth Payments industry in the U.S. Roles and Responsibilities Contribute to sales strategic planning and business development initiatives Develop and execute strategic sales plans to expand the client base and achieve sales targets Manage the entire 360 degree sales process independently Maintain knowledge of the FX market, compliance, legislative, and broader business/economic trends to anticipate and meet client needs Surface and understand customer pain points to present/match Convera solutions to meet their needs or objectives. Use market data and Convera's value proposition to identify new leads and opportunities to build a continuous pipeline Achieve key performance indicators (KPIs) such as revenue setting targets, and report them on a weekly, monthly, and quarterly basis, to drive revenue growth and retention as well as develop a sales strategy with key product partners. Identify and engage new prospects in SME and Corporate sectors, aligning with Partners under the direction of the Head of Desk or Sales Leaders Proactively seek new business opportunities through cold calls, networking events, referrals, exhibitions, and partnerships Use sales tools like Salesforce, HubSpot, and ZoomInfo to generate leads Present and demonstrate international payment solutions and products to key decision makers Introduce relevant support functions such as Customer Relationship Management (CRM), Corporate Hedging Manager (CHM) and/or Sales Leaders/Heads of Desk to clients Build and maintain long term relationships with associated organizations, partners, and advisors of our prospective clients in the employer services industry Collaborate with different partnership teams within Convera to develop a strong external network of Ideal Customer Profile (ICP) partners Provide ongoing consultation and support to ensure client satisfaction and retention Manage new customers until they transition to the CRM Team Participate in industry events to promote solutions and network with potential clients Lead and influence negotiations with clients of large established organizations (i.e., from the Owner of a startup to the Finance Director or Chief Executive Officer), securing profitable agreements Ensure contracts are compliant and monitor performance against agreed terms in collaboration with legal and finance teams Maintain documentation of all relevant SFDC records (e.g., sales diary, prospect's next steps, etc.) Work closely with internal teams (i.e., including bid, customer assurance, pre sales, and customer care) to ensure seamless service delivery Provide market feedback to support product development and marketing strategies Work with Global Segment leads and regional product partners to ensure product offering is competitive in service, function, and price Support junior members of the team and support and/or lead training projects Maintain accurate forecasts and insights on customer requirements, trends, and risks Track performance metrics to measure success and identify areas for improvement, leveraging sales tool such as Salesforce Basic Qualifications 5+ years of B2B sales experience in international payments or financial services 3 6 years in FX (i.e., understanding of financial markets and their instruments, such as SPOT, FWDS, Derivatives), payments (i.e., understanding of payments & technology market), or financial markets Extensive sales experience within a global organization with a network of senior contacts in the Growth Payments sector Proven ability to navigate gate keepers to reach and influence C Suite level relationships Strong sales management, business acumen, and strategic account management skills Knowledge of international payments and foreign exchange products Financially astute with knowledge of business needs/concerns, as well as the commercial impact of global news and events Proficient in CRM software (e.g., Salesforce, HubSpot) and MS Office Suite Ability to work independently to achieve or exceed KPIs and revenue targets Willingness to attain Level 3 CISI Certificate (i.e., Introduction to securities and investments) and/or Level 4 CISI Certificate (Investment advice diploma) within 6 months of hire Must be fluent in English (oral and written), as all internal communication is in English Preferred Qualifications Experience working in financial institutions, hedging solutions, and/or management consulting services a plus Familiarity with the Miller Heiman strategic selling framework or similar sales methodologies Detailed knowledge of the geographical area of reference in terms of banking environment, including established professional networks, competition, and technology suppliers Bachelor's degree preferred, MBA is a plus About Convera Convera is a global leader in commercial payments that powers international business by moving money with ease. We provide tech led payment solutions to help more than 26,000 customers globally grow with confidence, from small businesses to CFOs and treasurers. As experts in foreign exchange, risk and compliance, with an unrivaled regulatory footprint, Convera's financial network spans more than 140 currencies and 200 countries and territories. Our teams care deeply about the value we deliver to our customers, which makes Convera a rewarding place to work. This is an exciting time for our organization as we expand our team with growth minded, results oriented people who are looking to move fast in an innovative environment. As a truly global company with employees in over 20 countries, we are passionate about diversity; we seek and celebrate people from different backgrounds, lifestyles, and unique points of view. We want to work with the best people and ensure we foster a culture of inclusion and belonging. Pay Transparency Statement Convera is committed to pay transparency and equity in accordance with applicable U.S. state and local laws. For this position, the expected base salary range is $100 000.00 per year, depending on factors such as experience, qualifications, and geographic location. We use a tiered geographic pay system to ensure fairness across regions. Candidates in high cost areas may receive higher offers within the posted range. Benefits Opportunity to earn a bonus (dependent on performance) Great career growth and development opportunities in a global organization A flexible approach to work (This role is based in Chicago, but we are open to remote work with occasional travel if you are located in the Midwest region). Final compensation and benefits will be discussed during the hiring process and may vary based on individual circumstances and business needs. There are plenty of amazing opportunities at Convera for talented, creative problem solvers who never settle for good enough and are looking to transform Business to Business payments. Apply now!

Location: London Other locations: Anywhere in Region At EY, we're all in to shape your future with confidence. We'll help you succeed in a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams and take your career wherever you want it to go. Join EY and help to build a better working world. The opportunity As the technology landscape evolves to embrace AI, we are transforming how we work with technology partners. For EY to be the service provider of choice and accelerate growth of alliance revenue, we are seeking dynamic and strategic Alliances Sales Executives (Director) to be part of an elite sales team. You will accelerate growth on Snowflake, IBM or Databricks alliances, focus on major accounts, and target priority sectors to capture the end-to-end multi-alliance transformation opportunity, positioning EY as market leaders in the next wave of tech-driven innovation. The role is pivotal in driving market-facing activity, originating net new business, generating sales, and deepening relationships with key clients and alliance partners. You will work closely with Global Industry and Alliance senior leadership and our Global Alliance Heads of Sales to shape and execute growth strategies that align with our most critical priorities. Your key responsibilities Align with Global Industry Alliance Leads to identify priority clients and execute on go to market opportunities and drive sales Originate net new deal flow while maintaining and expanding relationships with key buying influences across Alliances, big bets, and Premier and Strategic accounts Act as a subject matter expert for a dedicated Alliance, industry, or account, ensuring offerings are effectively leveraged to enhance client service delivery Build and maintain strong relationships with C-suite in our Alliances and clients to increase revenue share Develop and deploy sales strategies in service of the Service Lines and Super Regions and interlocking through industry, to achieve a global sales target Lead early-stage deal pursuits, co-develop the pursuit strategy and transition them to account teams for closure Be global exemplars of co-sell with our ecosystem partners Build and nurture relationships with sector and account teams of alliance partners to drive joint engagement and ownership of opportunities Support and contribute to account planning, including joint planning sessions with alliance partners and big bet leads Understand the portfolio of key alliance solution offerings and differentiators Execute targeted sales campaigns and participate in quarterly business reviews Ensure alignment of alliance and big bet strategies with broader account planning and execution Develop an understanding of the strategic investment levers available from alliances to support opportunities Track and report on pipeline development and deal progression using internal systems Provide strategic input into go to market planning and campaign execution Skills and attributes for success Successful candidates will be able to demonstrate: Proven track record of originating and closing complex deals in a matrixed environment Familiarity with alliance funding models and co-selling strategies A track record of driving growth and profitability through joint go-to-market initiatives A deep industry understanding to navigate challenges and effectively identify opportunities Strong relationship-building skills with senior stakeholders and external partners Deep understanding of alliance ecosystems and industry dynamics Strategic thinker with a hands-on approach to execution Excellent communication, collaboration, and influencing skills Experience working in or with professional services firms What we look for We're looking for self-driven, proactive, innovative, commercially minded leaders who thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. You'll be passionate about driving towards a 'performance culture', growth, building relationships, and making a measurable impact through strategic partnerships and client engagement. What we offer you At EY, we'll develop you with future-focused skills and equip you with world-class experiences. We'll empower you in a flexible environment, and fuel you and your extraordinary talents in a diverse and inclusive culture of globally connected teams. Learn more. Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today. To help create an equitable and inclusive experience during the recruitment process, please inform us as soon as possible about any disability-related adjustments or accommodations you may need. EY Building a better working world EY is building a better working world by creating new value for clients, people, society and the planet, while building trust in capital markets. Enabled by data, AI and advanced technology, EY teams help clients shape the future with confidence and develop answers for the most pressing issues of today and tomorrow. EY teams work across a full spectrum of services in assurance, consulting, tax, strategy and transactions. Fueled by sector insights, a globally connected, multi-disciplinary network and diverse ecosystem partners, EY teams can provide services in more than 150 countries and territories.

Company Description Performics UK is the performance marketing arm of Publicis Media, committed to exceeding business goals by blending Data, Tech, Ops, and Talent to accelerate performance impact daily. With over two decades of experience, we harness technology and innovation to generate and convert consumer demand across search, social, display, and commerce channels. Embracing a deep understanding of consumer intent and behaviour, we thrive on data-driven insights, guiding our planning and optimisation processes through rapid trials, real-time enhancements, and intelligent analytics. As the world's first Performance Orchestration agency, we have a proven track record of driving performance impact across diverse sectors and markets, leveraging our industry expertise to innovate and transform swiftly. Performics is dedicated to delivering award-winning results and empowering all Publicis Media UK clients. Job Description Our vision is to have a Paid Search product that we can be proud of, that stands up in the room, drives value for both clients and Publicis Media and has universal understanding across the business. We strive for: A department where employees feel recognised, fulfilled and energised to do great work Award winning work, thought leadership and features in every pitch The best product/technology and data on the market combined with the best client service Everyone pulling in the same direction. All brands talking to the same proposition Maximise every single commercial opportunity The Paid Search team sits within the Performics unit of Publicis Media together with Organic Search, OneSocial, Retail Media and Affiliates. Paid Search works across a variety of Paid Search executions, including Search, Shopping, PMax, App and Demand Gen. The Paid Search Business Director is a key leadership role, that will support the strategic growth and development of our Paid Search proposition through a best-in-class approach to several client accounts and the transformation of our Paid Search talent. You will be a trusted advisor to senior clients as well as your colleagues within the agency. With your Account Director and team of channel specialists, your primary goal will be to develop client strategy and elevate our Paid Search proposition, ensuring that you are working in lockstep with our overarching business strategy whilst delivering best in class client servicing. This includes protecting existing revenue via client retention and driving growth through channel growth and innovative product adoption. Responsibilities - Revenue growth - A primary focus is to create commercially driven proposals, expand our scope of work and collaborate with other areas of the business to deliver revenue growth and achieve common goals. You will achieve this by driving adoption of commercially beneficial tools and services, scaling proprietary technologies. - New Business - You will become a champion of our Paid Search proposition and lead new business pitch responses. You will ensure the Performics Paid Search credentials are widely known across the Paid Search community and beyond. You will also elevate your contribution to new business by understanding and being able to tell the Public Media pitch story, fully immersing yourself in the Publicis Media proposition and hand raising for new business pitches where required. - Commercial strategy - You will lead the commercial strategy for your client portfolio, working on improving team profitability, understanding how Publicis tools and data offering can benefit and fit into the client strategy. Product adoption - You will be accountable for driving change management within your direct team to adopt products and technology that will reinvent how we plan and buy media. Ensuring your team members lean into change, upskill and understand the benefits of adopting products that will deliver business value to your clients and the way in which we work. You will be measured on the adoption of these products and services as part of your success metrics. - Client sophistication - Working with your Head of Paid Search, you will create Paid Search strategies that will transform your client's approach to data and measurement. Continuously distilling the direction of Publicis Media and leaning into adopting strategic data partnerships that are a priority for our business and deliver on the Publicis Media proposition. - Client roadmaps - Deliver client sophistication through the development of strategic roadmaps that unify data, tech and media in a coherent market-leading offering. You will also be responsible for ensuring that your team is structured and positioned to execute the roadmap effectively. - Planning leadership - Produce the next generation of performance media experts by reinventing how teams plan, buy and measure media. Own media partnership engagements to define how to mature media approaches to futureproof the agency. Devise clear media narratives that position Performics and Publicis Media as leading partners. - Thought Leadership - Promote Performics within PR through the creation and publishing of articles within the industry and speaking at panel events. - Awards - Identify market-leading work that has been delivered by you and your team. Proactively, track upcoming award entry opportunities and draft submissions to play your part in the Paid Search team becoming recognised for award-winning work. - Team management - You will lead a medium to large team of Paid Search experts and will be responsible for steering initiatives to ensure that they have a clear career path, advocating for talent mobility and removing barriers to upskilling and attending training. Qualifications Extensive prior relevant experience within a digital agency, specifically in Paid Search key suppliers (Google Ads, Microsoft Ads, and Apple Search Ads). Extensive knowledge & experience working with campaign & bid management software, in particular SA360 Extensive experience in managing teams, including individuals with 5+ years' experience. Effective in people management and compliant, following policies and practices in line with the talent team. Good knowledge around recruitment, performance management best practice, motivation, development plans, and issue resolutions. Ability to offer consultative advice to large-budget advertisers about their Paid Search campaigns. Holistic attribution of value relating to the client's business and marketing success measures to report cross-channel marketing outcomes. Strategic experience in identifying & delivering commercial growth - not just in media billings but in new emerging revenue streams. Delivers high-value client business strategies and translates these into team actions and outputs. Lead data governance and management in line with global and industry developments, communicating this effectively with internal and external stakeholders. Ensure Financial Quality Assurance is adhered to within the agency / departments / teams and will own mistakes. Create clear data narratives that position Performics and Publicis Media as leading partners in the industry. Build the infrastructure to create the next generation of performance experts. Champions equal opportunities and supportive ways of working for teammates with equity requirements by working with the Talent team. Promotes a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion within the team. Capable of producing decks and POV aimed to senior clients or new client business. Additional Information Performics has fantastic benefits on offer to all of our employees. In addition to the classics, Pension, Life Assurance, Private Medical and Income Protection Plans we also offer; WORK YOUR WORLD opportunity to work anywhere in the world, where there is a Publicis office, for up to 6 weeks a year. REFLECTION DAYS - Two additional days of paid leave to step away from your usual day-to-day work and create time to focus on your well-being and self-care. BENEFITS 24/7 helpline to support you on a personal and professional level. Access to remote GPs, mental health support and CBT. Wellbeing content and lifestyle coaching. FAMILY FRIENDLY POLICIES We provide 26 weeks of full pay for the following family milestones: Maternity, Adoption, Surrogacy and Shared Parental Leave. FLEXIBLE WORKING, BANK HOLIDAY SWAP & BIRTHDAY DAY OFF You are entitled to an additional day off for your birthday, from your first day of employment. GREAT LOCAL DISCOUNTS This includes membership discounts with Soho Friends, local restaurants and retailers in Westfield White City and Television Centre. Full details of our benefits will be shared when you join us! Publicis Groupe operates a hybrid working pattern with full time employees being office-based three days during the working week. We are supportive of all candidates and are committed to providing a fair assessment process. If you have any circumstances (such as neurodiversity, physical or mental impairments or a medical condition) that may affect your assessment, please inform your Talent Acquisition Partner. We will discuss possible adjustments to ensure fairness. Rest assured, disclosing this information will not impact your treatment in our process. . click apply for full job details

Senior Finance Business Partner (Associate Director) Application Deadline: 26 January 2026 Department: Finance Employment Type: Permanent Location: Sheffield Reporting To: Hannah Williams Compensation: £65,000 - £75,000 / year Description Senior Finance Business Partner (Associate Director) Location: Sheffield Hybrid Working (Expectation that you will attend an office 2 days per week) Contract: Permanent Hours: Full time 37.5 hours per week/flexible days and/or hours (Mon-Fri) Salary: Between £65,000 to £75,000 (Sheffield) depending on experience Key Benefits Click here for a complete list of benefits 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays, opportunity to buy and sell up to 5 days holiday 15% employer pension contribution Flexible working Cycle to work scheme, healthcare cash plan, Group Income Protection and life assurance Paid voluntary days, maternity, paternity, adoption, and shared parental leave Benefits designed to suit your lifestyle - from discounts on retail and dining, to health and wellbeing, travel, and technology and plenty more The Role This position sits within the Financial Management branch of the Financial Analytics, Management & Strategy team and is pivotal to delivering the CFO's vision by providing high-quality business partnering, robust financial oversight and strategic insight. You will act as the lead Finance Business Partner for the Chief Banking officer, overseeing a small team and ensuring accurate forecasting, management accounts and financial analysis, and provide trusted, value-adding advice, constructive challenge, and ensure budgets are effectively managed to deliver organisational objectives. This is a key leadership role, and you will need to be a qualified finance professional with excellent stakeholder engagement skills, and the ability to translate complex financial data into clear insights. You will also be able to demonstrate a commitment to driving evidence-based decision making, risk mitigation and continuous improvement across financial processes, and also have experience in both senior finance business partnering and management accounting, including budget setting and in-year management. With experience in both senior finance business partnering and management accounting, including budget setting and in-year management, you will be able to demonstrable excellent communication and influencing skills, and experience in supporting with business cases and with investment appraisals. People management experience is also essential. Knowledge of public sector finance frameworks (MPM/CBG); risk and counter-fraud awareness; and workforce planning experience is desirable. Click here to see the full job description

Company Description Publicis Pro is an integrated B2B marketing agency that exists to find the extraordinary in every business and tell the world about it. Our approach brings together strategy, creative, influence and commerce to move markets, create remarkable brands, shape decisions, and connect the sales journey. Extraordinary work can only be done by extraordinary people - so we're committed to building an agency environment where remarkable talent can flourish and grow. The results of our efforts? We've got multiple 'Best Place to Work' awards under our belt, plus one of the best benefits packages in the industry. Publicis Pro is a singular agency environment that combines deep care for our work with deep care for our people - and we're always on the lookout for extraordinary new talent. Our Commitment Diversity and inclusion is a core part of who we are at Publicis Pro. We're committed to building an inclusive culture that encourages, celebrates and supports our wonderfully diverse employee group - whatever their age, gender identity, race, sexual orientation, physical or mental ability or ethnicity. Diversity and inclusion doesn't just fuel our creativity and innovation, it brings us closer to our people and audiences. We will continue to strive to create a culture and environment where everyone feels empowered and more importantly comfortable enough to bring their full, authentic selves to work. Job Description The Media Planning team is responsible for planning and overseeing the execution of campaign activations across Display, Paid Search & Social across a variety of clients. These are core channels, but the team also operates across, TV, partnerships, influencer strategy and creative. Within this role, you'll be working with the Planning Director and Account Managers to deliver integrated campaigns for one of our key clients. You'll support the management of client relationships, working collaboratively to deliver best in class B2B media solutions. No two days are the same within the Media Team and it's great for people who enjoy working within a team and developing strong relationships. This is a great opportunity to learn and develop through leadership across teams, exposure to end-to-end planning and organised training within the digital media space. Whilst the successful candidate will be well supported by the Account Planning Director and Account Manager(s) it is expected that they should be able to 'hit the ground running', and for the most part be able to work autonomously, acting as the key day-to-day support and contact for clients. The ideal candidate will be personable and approachable. There's a lot of interaction with stakeholders internally and externally so a person which can lead conversations with larger groups would succeed. Responsibilities Planning Supporting the implementation campaign strategies, providing relevant insights and analysis from agency and client tools (e.g., Google Analytics, GWI Work, Bombora etc.) to help establish digital marketing opportunities for our clients to drive revenue & incremental growth Manage the campaign briefing process and to ensure accurate and timely delivery of work Analysis of cross channel media performance, using website analytics & data from the channel platforms to establish the contribution each channel is delivering to find the optimal balance of media spend to exceed clients campaign targets Keeping up to date with digital trends both in media and our clients' verticals to ensure we are always using the latest insights and best in class digital practices in our strategies Working with media owners across Social, Display, Search, etc. to identify new platforms, publishers and products that can help support client campaign objectives Strong understanding of key platform capabilities (e.g., Google, Programmatic, LinkedIn & Meta), and an ability to talk independently about opportunities in client meetings and with our team Demonstrate an understanding of the media and technology developments that influence performance planning and client's business Proactively identify best in class and innovative media delivery partners (owners, tech, data) to support in delivering exceptional strategy/execution Clients Supporting the Account Manager(s) and leading on day to day client management, including keeping on top of email communication, running weekly client status calls and managing and filtering ad hoc client requests Responding to all client briefs and requests in a timely, professional and efficient manner Passionate about delivering media solutions that maximise clients ROI from media investment regardless of the success metric being worked to Account Management Seamless running of accounts: ensuring all deadlines are met and consistent high quality of work is produced Working with activation specialists to ensure excellent campaign delivery. This involves supporting them and working to distil campaign strategy into day to day activations and optimisations Reviewing weekly campaign performance across all channels and tracking performance against weekly/monthly campaign laydowns Working with activation team to prepare and deliver monthly & quarterly client performance presentations. Working with activation team to create integrated presentation for clients including channel insights and additional insights & analysis (from planning tools) to improve and optimise overall campaign performance Using campaign performance insights to identify opportunities to upweight strong performing channel strategies and where performance is behind targets, identify solutions and strategies with channel specialists and the Planning Director Ensuring that all client billing and reconciliations are undertaken, and all planning fees are booked and reconciled each month, confirming that all bookings correspond to internal annual finance forecasts Team Management Ongoing communication and weekly meetings with our channel teams to ensure campaigns are delivered on time and exceeding campaign performance targets Working closely with specialist teams to ensure an integrated approach across channels to ensure we are delivering optimal efficiency & performance for clients Create a fun, collaborative and productive team environment by organising regular social activities, team meetings and knowledge sharing opportunities. Qualifications What you'll bring: Experience in digital planning process Experience in digital media, with emphasis on Paid Social and/or Programmatic B2B experience and clear understanding of the B2B media ecosystem/ planning nuances a plus Strong understanding of key reporting metrics across channels and how these ladder up to support client business objectives Strong organisational skills and attention to detail The ability to meet deadlines in a fast paced environment; work under pressure and effectively priorities workload Great interpersonal and communication skills Dedicated, hardworking and organised Numerical, analytical with an eye for detail Strategic and creative in their approach Keen to learn Passionate about the new media marketplace and technology Ability to work independently, and as part of a wider team Promotes good work both internally and externally Additional Information Publicis Pro has fantastic benefits on offer to all of our employees. In addition to the classics, Pension, Life Assurance, Private Medical and Income Protection Plans we also offer; WORK YOUR WORLD opportunity to work anywhere in the world, where there is a Publicis office, for up to 6 weeks a year. REFLECTION DAYS - Two additional days of paid leave to step away from your usual day to day work and create time to focus on your well being and self care. BENEFITS 24/7 helpline to support you on a personal and professional level. Access to remote GPs, mental health support and CBT. Wellbeing content and lifestyle coaching. FAMILY FRIENDLY POLICIES We provide 26 weeks of full pay for the following family milestones: Maternity. Adoption, Surrogacy and Shared Parental Leave. HYBRID WORKING, BANK HOLIDAY SWAP & BIRTHDAY DAY OFF You are entitled to an additional day off for your birthday. AGENCY DISCOUNTS, onsite gym, and discount in our Publicis Owned Pub - "The Pregnant Man" Full details of our benefits will be shared when you join us! Publicis Groupe operates a hybrid working pattern with full time employees being office based three days during the working week.We are supportive of all candidates and are committed to providing a fair assessment process. If you have any circumstances (such as neurodiversity, physical or mental impairments or a medical condition) that may affect your assessment, please inform your Talent Acquisition Partner. We will discuss possible adjustments to ensure fairness. Rest assured, disclosing this information will not impact your treatment in our process. Please make sure you check out the Publicis Career Page which showcases our Inclusive Benefits and our EAG's (Employee Action Groups).

Company Description Spark Foundry make up part of a thriving global media network and are part of the Publicis Groupe, one of the world's leading communications groups. We are globally connected with over 8,000 employees in 110 offices across 70 countries. Who We Are in the UK? Spark Foundry, the Acceleration Agency. We help brands to identify, learn and respond to opportunities faster than the competition. Every client has an area of their business they need to accelerate, from short-term goals to long-term transformation. We've proven our approach during the most difficult year on record. Now we're using it to provide a launchpad for their future. Come be an accelerator with us. How we accelerate Planning: an approach that works in practice rather than theory, arming planners with the ability to create cutting edge campaigns Intelligence: a suite of tools that give definitive answers to big questions, and uncovers actionable insights about real people Trading: a model built on flexibility and trusted relationships, underpinned with bold guarantees Relationships: a culture of asking challenging questions to better understand the brief - we are not a 'yes' agency People: a strong history of recruiting talent from diverse backgrounds and accelerating their careers Our Commitment We are diverse though our experience, people and the clients we look after - and we celebrate that diversity. Our people hold us accountable to our beliefs and via regular surveys and our grass roots D&I team, The Collective, and internal next generation board, Firestarters, we hold regular events and work continually towards generating ideas, initiatives and educating our people to ensure we are a diverse and inclusive agency. As part of our dedication to create an inclusive and diverse workforce, Spark Foundry is committed to equal access to opportunity for people without regard to race, age, sex, disability, neurodiversity, sexual orientation, gender identity or religion. Publicis Commerce As a global branded "wrapper" that delivers the strongest commerce talent, tech, and partnerships in markets, Publicis Commerce provides clients with end to end products and solutions that drive clear business outcomes. With a highly collaborative team of subject matter experts, Publicis Commerce is a trusted partner to clients in navigating the complexities and emerging opportunities of the Commerce landscape, whether that be through marketplaces, eRetail or emerging direct to consumer channels. We have a flexible go to market strategy, whether we appear as Publicis Commerce to clients or through one of our many agencies within the Groupe. From strategy and organisational design to activation models, Publicis Commerce works across a number of exciting briefs, such as how clients can maximise visibility and sales on the digital shelf, best construct data led relationships with retailers and how to effectively transform legacy organisational structures. Our aim is not to talk to individual capabilities, instead focusing on driving client outcomes. There is significant momentum in the Groupe having acquired the retail media platform, Epsilon Retail Media, and the eRetail analytics platform, Profitero, alongside a genuine desire from clients to explore the opportunity the emerging landscape offers. We are placing a significant bet on Commerce within the Groupe on eRetail and are building a powerhouse of capability to deliver on this. We are on the hunt for interesting and ambitious people to join us on this journey. Overview The Retail Media Associate Director will lead the strategic development and execution of retail media campaigns across multiple platforms, overseeing a team dedicated to driving eCommerce success for our clients. This role requires a seasoned professional with strong leadership skills, a deep understanding of retail marketing strategies, and the ability to foster client relationships while achieving revenue targets. We are seeking an enthusiastic and entrepreneurial candidate who thrives in dynamic environments. This role presents an exciting opportunity to join a young and vibrant agency environment, working on high profile multi million budget accounts within the retail media sector. ALL APPLICATIONS WILL BE REVIEWED IN THE NEW YEAR Responsibilities Lead strategic growth for key eCommerce client accounts, developing and executing innovative roadmaps to exceed revenue targets. Drive performance across platforms such as Amazon Advertising, Epsilon Retail Media, and Criteo, providing data led insights and optimisation strategies. Build strong client relationships through proactive communication, regular performance reviews, and effective issue resolution. Inspire and develop a high performing team, providing coaching, mentorship, and continuous feedback to drive excellence and collaboration. Oversee campaign and financial management, ensuring accuracy, budget control, and maximum ROI through effective spend optimisation. Represent the agency externally, engaging with key retail and technology partners (e.g., Amazon, Criteo, Tesco, Sainsbury's) and contributing to industry events and forums. Qualifications Experience in retail media and/or agency environments, including hands on work with Amazon Advertising, Epsilon Retail Media, or Criteo. Proven track record in managing large accounts, ideally within an agency setting. Strong understanding of search and Amazon Advertising strategies, alongside broader digital media knowledge, including attribution models, conversion rate optimisation, retail readiness, and consumer behaviour. Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels. Experience managing direct reports and fostering a collaborative, high performing team culture. Strategic thinker with the ability to set clear goals, drive team performance, and deliver on innovation roadmaps. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint for data analysis, performance tracking, and reporting. Preferred certifications or experience with Amazon Advertising Foundations, Sponsored Ads Foundations, Amazon Vendor Central, Amazon Brand Analytics, Amazon DSP, Epsilon Retail Media, Criteo, or other retailer specific platforms. Additional Information Publicis has fantastic benefits on offer to all of our employees. In addition to the classics, Pension, Life Assurance, Private Medical and Income Protection Plans we also offer; WORK YOUR WORLD opportunity to work anywhere in the world, where there is a Publicis office, for up to 6 weeks a year. REFLECTION DAYS - Two additional days of paid leave to step away from your usual day to day work and create time to focus on your well being and self care. BENEFITS 24/7 helpline to support you on a personal and professional level. Access to remote GPs, mental health support and CBT. Wellbeing content and lifestyle coaching. FAMILY FRIENDLY POLICIES We provide 26 weeks of full pay for the following family milestones: Maternity. Adoption, Surrogacy and Shared Parental Leave. FLEXIBLE WORKING, BANK HOLIDAY SWAP BIRTHDAY DAY OFF You are entitled to an additional day off for your birthday, from your first day of employment. GREAT LOCAL DISCOUNTS This includes membership discounts with Soho Friends, local restaurants and retailers in Westfield White City and Television Centre. Full details of our benefits will be shared when you join us! Publicis Groupe operates a hybrid working pattern with full time employees being office based three days during the working week. We are supportive of all candidates and are committed to providing a fair assessment process. If you have any circumstances (such as neurodiversity, physical or mental impairments or a medical condition) that may affect your assessment, please inform your Talent Acquisition Partner. We will discuss possible adjustments to ensure fairness. Rest assured, disclosing this information will not impact your treatment in our process. Please make sure you check out the Publicis Career Page which showcases our Inclusive Benefits and our EAG's (Employee Action Groups).

ABOUT SOMERSET CRICKET FOUNDATION Somerset Cricket Foundation (SCF) is part of the family of organisations that exist to make cricket accessible, available, and enjoyable for people in the county of Somerset. It is one of the 39 County Cricket Boards that makes up the England & Wales Cricket Board (ECB) and is responsible for all ECB programmes in the county board area. Established as a charitable trust in 2021, we are here to facilitate the playing and improvement of recreational cricket in Somerset as well as positively impacting our communities through cricket. This involves working in close partnership with many organisations and individuals as well delivering courses, programmes and projects. Our strategic plan for 2020 to 2025 is linked to the ECB's Inspired Generations strategy to enable a generation to say that 'cricket is a game for me' but we also have many local priorities to ensure we are leading and inspiring our communities, clubs and players to grow and diversify the game. MISSION We will engage, inspire and develop our clubs and communities to improve people's lives through cricket. OUR STRATEGIC OBJECTIVES Sustain and develop a thriving network of clubs Develop, grow and diversify the volunteer workforce Take cricket to our communities and make it a game for all Proactively safeguard the game in Somerset Develop gold standard governance THE ROLE Job title: Head of Income Generation Hours & Contract: Full Time, 37 hours per week, permanent Salary: Competitive Location: Somerset Cricket Foundation Offices, Cooper Associates County Ground, Taunton OVERALL PURPOSE The Head of Income Generation will provide strategic leadership to grow and diversify Somerset Cricket Foundation's income streams with particular focus on developing high value fundraising, while strengthening our grassroots community and public fundraising activities. The role will sit within the Senior Leadership Team and is key to delivering our new strategy built around the following pillars: Clubs, Leagues and Facilities - providing the best possible support to clubs and leagues allowing them to grow and thrive Healthy Communities - using physical activity and cricket to create opportunities for positive social change that unifies and builds social cohesion. Education - ensuring Children and Young People have access to high quality opportunities to participate in cricket. Women & Girls - deliver equity for Women and Girls to play by providing exciting opportunities for clubs to thrive. Governance & Leadership - striving to be the leading sports charity which delivers outstanding impactful outcomes for all. To realise our vision there needs to be significant growth and diversity in our income. The Head of Income Generation will play a critical role in making our vision possible. MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES Strategic Leadership Lead the development and implementation of a multi-channel income generation strategy, aligned with the Charity's long-term goals and values. Prioritise growth in high value income streams, to maximise donor, partnership potential of giving, community fundraising and events and legacies. Embed a support-centric culture across all our income streams, ensuring positive and long-lasting relationships with our supporters/donors and wider community. Contribute to the wider strategic direction and leadership of the charity as a member of the senior leadership team. Report to the Managing Director and Board on performance, risk and opportunities across all areas of income generation. Philanthropy and Partnerships Lead on philanthropic income development, through the creation of compelling cases for support and deep, personalised engagement with major donors, corporate partners and trusts. Build a sustainable pipeline of high-value supporters and partnerships. Personally cultivate and manage a portfolio of senior level relationships. Public Fund Raising and Community Engagement Develop and grow innovative public fundraising including: Individual giving and legacies - building a long-term pipeline of committed supporters with a focus on regular giving, digital engagement and gifts in wills. Community fundraising - empowering supporters and volunteers to raise funds locally and through grassroots activities. Challenge events and fundraising events - developing inspiring, high-quality events that drive income and engagement. Partnerships - develop long-lasting partnerships with local corporate sponsors to enable sustainability of programme delivery. Financial and operational management Set and manage budgets across all fundraising streams, ensuring robust financial management and accurate forecasting. Monitor and evaluate performance using data and insight, driving continuous improvement and informed decision making. External Engagement and Representation Act as senior ambassador for Somerset Cricket Foundation alongside Managing Director with key donors, stakeholders and networks. Build and maintain relationships with sector peers, partners and collaborators to share learning and enhance innovation. Monitor and respond to external fundraising trends, policy developments and sector insights to inform strategy and tactics. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Ensure equality, diversity and inclusion and the voices of those supported by Somerset Cricket Foundation and SCCC are considered in all aspects of income generation work. Charity Responsibilities Provide strategic leadership as part of the senior leadership team, including at times deputising for the Managing Director when required. Ensure that all activities within the remit of the role comply with relevant legislation, regulation and the charities policies and procedures. Share expertise and give recommendations on legislative and regulatory requirement and best practice across the scope of the role. Ensure the safe, secure and ethical use of all data and information you access. This includes protecting sensitive data, following charity policies and legal requirements and ensuring information is only used for the right purposes. Role model best practices, always fostering a culture of responsible data use. Represent the charity as required at events. Role model proactive, positive behaviours in line with the charity's values and uphold the reputation and integrity of the charity. SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE Proven track record of senior leadership in income generation, with significant success in philanthropy and at least one of the following: corporate partnership, trusts and foundations, legacies. Strong experience in public fundraising, with understanding of community fundraising, events and individual giving strategies. Track record of delivering and exceeding income targets across a diverse range of income streams. Experience of leading strategy development, managing significant budgets and reporting at Board level. Knowledge of fundraising regulation, GDPR and ethical fundraising practices. Strategic thinking with strong commercial acumen, with a track record of converting this into practice. Skilled relationship builder, able to engage confidently with major donors, corporate partners, volunteers and stakeholders. Strong leadership and people management skills with the ability to build high performing inclusive teams. Data literate, with clear understanding of how to interpret data to drive fundraising strategy and performance. Confident communicator and ambassador, internally and externally with excellent influencing and presentation skills. Comfortable operating collaboratively with senior leadership team, with shared accountability for organisational success. TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT Pension Contributions: Staff are automatically enrolled into our Group Personal Pension Plan after three months. Annual Leave: A full-time annual entitlement of 25 days and 8 public bank holidays. Additional Benefits Membership to Somerset County Cricket Club and 2 tickets per game at the Cooper Associates County Ground. Flexible hybrid working (3 days office based). Death in Service policy. Company events & social activities. CPD opportunities. Business mileage. HOW TO APPLY If you have questions about the appointment and would find it helpful to have an informal conversation, please contact Managing Director, Maralyn Smith on and we will be happy to arrange a call. To apply for this position, simply complete the application form below. Please provide as much detail as possible in your application responses. In addition to the application form, please feel free to upload a copy of your CV for review where directed. NEXT STEPS Closing date: Monday 12 January 2026 at midnight. Preliminary interviews online: w/c Monday 12 January 2026 Final Panel interviews face to face: w/c Monday 19 January 2026

Job Description The Visa Direct Finance Manager will play a critical role in supporting the financial strategy and performance of Visa Direct products across Europe. The position requires proficiency in financial analysis, budgeting, and forecasting to support the growth and operational efficiency of Visa Direct. The role will report to the Visa Direct Finance Director and will focus on using data and applying analytical rigor to provide insights, bringing life to MI reporting, and adding value in business decisions, whether during the budget, during the year, or at specific investment decision points. This role involves collaborating closely with multiple stakeholders such as the Visa Direct business team, VD global finance team, broader Europe FP&A team and cluster finance teams. Therefore, curiosity, flexibility, the ability to multi-task, and being self-driven are all required. This is an excellent opportunity to advance in a business partnering role and support a rapidly growing business that is gaining global recognition. Key responsibilities: Support Visa Direct performance analysis, budgeting, forecasting, multi-year strategic outlook and management reporting for the Europe region Analyze monthly results, identify and interpret key variances, trends, and insights, present key findings to senior stakeholders Being responsible for Visa Direct Revenue and Driver modelling Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate financial planning and alignment with business objectives Identify opportunities for process improvement and implement best practices in FP&A Become a valued business partner for Visa Direct stakeholders to ensure cohesive and strategic collaboration for achieving business objectives Develop effective working relationships with key stakeholders and work closely with them to produce the Visa Direct annual budget, quarterly forecasts and monthly reporting This is a hybrid position. Expectation of days in office will be confirmed by your hiring manager. Qualifications Basic Qualifications: 5 or more years of relevant work experience with a Bachelor's Degree or at least 2 years of work experience with an Advanced degree (e.g. Masters, MBA, JD, MD) or 0 years of work experience with a PhD Preferred Qualifications: 6 or more years of work experience with a Bachelor's Degree or 4 or more years of relevant experience with an Advanced Degree (e.g. Masters, MBA, JD, MD) or up to 3 years of relevant experience with a PhD What you will need: Excellent analytical, data and problem-solving skills with superb attention to detail Suitable experience providing analytical insights in a commercial environment Exceptional interpersonal skills to build an effective and trusted business partnering relationship Strong oral and writing capabilities and the ability to 'tell the story' behind the numbers to senior level executives Self-starter with ability to work independently with limited guidance within a complex and commercially oriented environment Team oriented, collaborative and resourceful, with the ability to flourish in a matrix environment Experience in the payments and good knowledge of banking industry is preferred Additional Information Visa is an EEO Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. Visa will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with EEOC guidelines and applicable local law.