Pricing Analyst / Senior Pricing Analyst Location: West Midlands (Hybrid - 4 days per week in the office) Salary: £40,000 - £48,000 (dependent on experience) Reporting to: Pricing Director About the role A large, multi-site B2B organisation is undergoing a fundamental shift in how pricing is designed, governed, and executed across the business - moving away from historic guideline pricing towards a more market-aligned, analytically driven approach. This role sits at the centre of that transformation. As a Pricing Analyst, you'll act as the bridge between commercial strategy and data . You'll help design, test, and embed pricing logic that reflects real market conditions, customer behaviour, and operational reality within a complex wholesale environment. This is not a reporting-only role . You'll work hands-on with large datasets, pricing models, and market intelligence, partnering closely with senior stakeholders to shape how the business prices, trades, and grows. What you'll be doing Build and evolve reference pricing models at product and branch level using large, complex datasets Use SQL as a core analytical tool, going well beyond extraction into modelling and transformation Support the shift to more realistic, market-aligned pricing that improves margin quality and basket profitability Incorporate competitive intelligence (e.g. market benchmarks, price scraping outputs, mystery shopping insights) into practical pricing frameworks Work with Python-based pricing models and support their migration into scalable SQL / PySpark environments Translate complex analysis into clear, commercially relevant insight for non-technical stakeholders Act as a trusted interface between Pricing, Finance, Commercial teams, Category teams, and IT Help ensure pricing outputs are credible, intuitive, and usable by branches in day-to-day trading What we're looking for Essential 3-5+ years' experience in pricing, commercial analytics, or a data-driven commercial role Strong SQL capability, including working with large datasets and analytical modelling A commercial mindset - able to challenge assumptions and turn data into decisions Experience working closely with business stakeholders, not purely in a technical silo Comfort operating with imperfect or noisy data in real-world commercial environments Desirable Python, PySpark, or similar analytical/model-driven tools Exposure to B2B pricing, wholesale, distribution, or multi-site trading environments Understanding of ERP-driven pricing processes Power BI or equivalent visualisation tools Experience working with competitor pricing or market intelligence data Why join? Pricing is a top-tier strategic priority for the organisation You'll be directly involved in reshaping how the business trades in the future Clear progression opportunities within Pricing and into wider Commercial or Finance roles High visibility with senior stakeholders A collaborative, social, office-based environment This role is ideal for someone who is technically strong, commercially curious , and motivated by change rather than constrained by "how it's always been done".
Jan 09, 2026
Full time
Pricing Analyst / Senior Pricing Analyst Location: West Midlands (Hybrid - 4 days per week in the office) Salary: £40,000 - £48,000 (dependent on experience) Reporting to: Pricing Director About the role A large, multi-site B2B organisation is undergoing a fundamental shift in how pricing is designed, governed, and executed across the business - moving away from historic guideline pricing towards a more market-aligned, analytically driven approach. This role sits at the centre of that transformation. As a Pricing Analyst, you'll act as the bridge between commercial strategy and data . You'll help design, test, and embed pricing logic that reflects real market conditions, customer behaviour, and operational reality within a complex wholesale environment. This is not a reporting-only role . You'll work hands-on with large datasets, pricing models, and market intelligence, partnering closely with senior stakeholders to shape how the business prices, trades, and grows. What you'll be doing Build and evolve reference pricing models at product and branch level using large, complex datasets Use SQL as a core analytical tool, going well beyond extraction into modelling and transformation Support the shift to more realistic, market-aligned pricing that improves margin quality and basket profitability Incorporate competitive intelligence (e.g. market benchmarks, price scraping outputs, mystery shopping insights) into practical pricing frameworks Work with Python-based pricing models and support their migration into scalable SQL / PySpark environments Translate complex analysis into clear, commercially relevant insight for non-technical stakeholders Act as a trusted interface between Pricing, Finance, Commercial teams, Category teams, and IT Help ensure pricing outputs are credible, intuitive, and usable by branches in day-to-day trading What we're looking for Essential 3-5+ years' experience in pricing, commercial analytics, or a data-driven commercial role Strong SQL capability, including working with large datasets and analytical modelling A commercial mindset - able to challenge assumptions and turn data into decisions Experience working closely with business stakeholders, not purely in a technical silo Comfort operating with imperfect or noisy data in real-world commercial environments Desirable Python, PySpark, or similar analytical/model-driven tools Exposure to B2B pricing, wholesale, distribution, or multi-site trading environments Understanding of ERP-driven pricing processes Power BI or equivalent visualisation tools Experience working with competitor pricing or market intelligence data Why join? Pricing is a top-tier strategic priority for the organisation You'll be directly involved in reshaping how the business trades in the future Clear progression opportunities within Pricing and into wider Commercial or Finance roles High visibility with senior stakeholders A collaborative, social, office-based environment This role is ideal for someone who is technically strong, commercially curious , and motivated by change rather than constrained by "how it's always been done".
An internationally acquisitive global Private Equity backed Business Services business is seeking aFinance Director - Global Finance Shared Service Centreto play a central role within the CFO's leadership team. The business is focused on driving operational excellence, financial transparency, and the ongoing transformation of its global finance operations. The Role Working closely with peers across Treasury, Tax, Procurement, and Business & Financial Control, you will lead a large multinational finance administration function and help shape its evolution. The remit includes: Leading day-to-day delivery across a150+ person global team, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and high-frequency performance management. Driving transformation across end-to-end processes using principles ofsimplification, standardisation, and automation, with the long-term aim of a location-agnostic model. Developing and embedding financial policies, controls, and processes that safeguard assets and support operational scalability. Ensuringfirst-time-right processing of transactions, and partnering across the CFO Office on more complex matters. Supporting statutory, regulatory, tax, and audit requirements, and maintaining close alignment with financial control and compliance teams. Providing regular insight to the board and executive team on performance, risks, and opportunities across core financial administration processes. The Candidate You will bringsignificant experience in leading large, multinational back-office operations (P2P, O2C, R2R, Master Data Management),ideally within both Private Equity environments and very large-cap settings. The successful candidate will demonstrate: A recognised accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA). A strong track record in process optimisation, automation, and control design. Experience managing teams across multiple countries and time zones. Confidence operating with multiple GAAP/IFRS requirements and supporting global tax compliance. The ability to motivate diverse teams, with strong cultural awareness; multilingual capability is advantageous. A pragmatic, solutions-focused approach aligned to growth, efficiency, and value creation. Ideally resides in the North West of England
Jan 09, 2026
Full time
An internationally acquisitive global Private Equity backed Business Services business is seeking aFinance Director - Global Finance Shared Service Centreto play a central role within the CFO's leadership team. The business is focused on driving operational excellence, financial transparency, and the ongoing transformation of its global finance operations. The Role Working closely with peers across Treasury, Tax, Procurement, and Business & Financial Control, you will lead a large multinational finance administration function and help shape its evolution. The remit includes: Leading day-to-day delivery across a150+ person global team, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and high-frequency performance management. Driving transformation across end-to-end processes using principles ofsimplification, standardisation, and automation, with the long-term aim of a location-agnostic model. Developing and embedding financial policies, controls, and processes that safeguard assets and support operational scalability. Ensuringfirst-time-right processing of transactions, and partnering across the CFO Office on more complex matters. Supporting statutory, regulatory, tax, and audit requirements, and maintaining close alignment with financial control and compliance teams. Providing regular insight to the board and executive team on performance, risks, and opportunities across core financial administration processes. The Candidate You will bringsignificant experience in leading large, multinational back-office operations (P2P, O2C, R2R, Master Data Management),ideally within both Private Equity environments and very large-cap settings. The successful candidate will demonstrate: A recognised accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA). A strong track record in process optimisation, automation, and control design. Experience managing teams across multiple countries and time zones. Confidence operating with multiple GAAP/IFRS requirements and supporting global tax compliance. The ability to motivate diverse teams, with strong cultural awareness; multilingual capability is advantageous. A pragmatic, solutions-focused approach aligned to growth, efficiency, and value creation. Ideally resides in the North West of England
£89,000 pa (inclusive of London weighting if applicable) Hybrid with 1 - 2 days per week in London (Camberwell) and some occasional travel Ref: EDCR-261 Join Us as Executive Director of Corporate Resources We are seeking an exceptional leader to join us as Executive Director of Corporate Resources. In this pivotal role, you will provide strategic leadership and operational management for our Finance, IT, Central Services (including property & facilities, Health and Safety, and Office Management), Data Protection/Information Security, procurement, and contract management functions. About the Role As Executive Director of Corporate Resources, you will play a key role in supporting the CEO, Board, and Leadership Team to deliver our vision and strategic aims, with a primary emphasis on financial leadership. You will act as a trusted advisor, lead critical projects and programmes, and ensure the smooth running of essential organisational services. Key Responsibilities Advise the CEO and Board on policy and strategic decisions relating to Corporate Resources Lead, manage, and develop the Finance function, ensuring robust financial planning, management, reporting, and compliance Oversee IT strategy and provision, ensuring technology meets organisational needs and information security standards Lead Central Services, including property and facilities management, procurement, health & safety, and administration Provide timely, accurate financial information and analysis to support decision-making Develop a culture of business partnering, customer focus, and continuous improvement Lead major projects and financial sustainability initiatives About You We're looking for someone who: Qualified accountant (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA) Significant experience managing finance teams in a complex organisation (ideally charity/public sector, £20m+ income) Proven track record of leading corporate services (finance, IT, property, facilities, admin) Experience managing multiple income streams and ensuring effective cost recovery Strong understanding of property management, health & safety, and risk Experience in strategic project and programme management Able to influence and advise senior colleagues and Boards Role Details Location: Flexible/Hybrid with national travel Hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week Salary: £89,000 pa (inclusive of London weighting if applicable) Holiday: 30 days + bank holidays DBS: Basic DBS check required Recruitment Timeline Application Deadline : 9:00am on 26 January 2026 Interview Date: 4 February 2026 In return, you can expect a competitive salary, generous leave allowance, staff pension, flexible working, a mentoring programme, an advice and counselling service, season ticket loan and much more. We are an equity and inclusion confident employer. We welcome all applications and we particularly encourage applications from people of the global majority (black, brown, multi- heritage ) and those who identify as disabled, neuroexpansive, neurodiverse, with any protected characteristics and/or social barriers or challenges. We value the empowering and informative impact that all lived experiences and diversity of thought can offer the organisation. St Giles will guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria set out in the Job Description for the vacancy.
Jan 09, 2026
Full time
£89,000 pa (inclusive of London weighting if applicable) Hybrid with 1 - 2 days per week in London (Camberwell) and some occasional travel Ref: EDCR-261 Join Us as Executive Director of Corporate Resources We are seeking an exceptional leader to join us as Executive Director of Corporate Resources. In this pivotal role, you will provide strategic leadership and operational management for our Finance, IT, Central Services (including property & facilities, Health and Safety, and Office Management), Data Protection/Information Security, procurement, and contract management functions. About the Role As Executive Director of Corporate Resources, you will play a key role in supporting the CEO, Board, and Leadership Team to deliver our vision and strategic aims, with a primary emphasis on financial leadership. You will act as a trusted advisor, lead critical projects and programmes, and ensure the smooth running of essential organisational services. Key Responsibilities Advise the CEO and Board on policy and strategic decisions relating to Corporate Resources Lead, manage, and develop the Finance function, ensuring robust financial planning, management, reporting, and compliance Oversee IT strategy and provision, ensuring technology meets organisational needs and information security standards Lead Central Services, including property and facilities management, procurement, health & safety, and administration Provide timely, accurate financial information and analysis to support decision-making Develop a culture of business partnering, customer focus, and continuous improvement Lead major projects and financial sustainability initiatives About You We're looking for someone who: Qualified accountant (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA) Significant experience managing finance teams in a complex organisation (ideally charity/public sector, £20m+ income) Proven track record of leading corporate services (finance, IT, property, facilities, admin) Experience managing multiple income streams and ensuring effective cost recovery Strong understanding of property management, health & safety, and risk Experience in strategic project and programme management Able to influence and advise senior colleagues and Boards Role Details Location: Flexible/Hybrid with national travel Hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week Salary: £89,000 pa (inclusive of London weighting if applicable) Holiday: 30 days + bank holidays DBS: Basic DBS check required Recruitment Timeline Application Deadline : 9:00am on 26 January 2026 Interview Date: 4 February 2026 In return, you can expect a competitive salary, generous leave allowance, staff pension, flexible working, a mentoring programme, an advice and counselling service, season ticket loan and much more. We are an equity and inclusion confident employer. We welcome all applications and we particularly encourage applications from people of the global majority (black, brown, multi- heritage ) and those who identify as disabled, neuroexpansive, neurodiverse, with any protected characteristics and/or social barriers or challenges. We value the empowering and informative impact that all lived experiences and diversity of thought can offer the organisation. St Giles will guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria set out in the Job Description for the vacancy.
About Freetrade Freetrade's mission is to become the default place to invest. Investing has been too complicated and expensive for too long, keeping millions from making the most of their savings. We're changing that. We're building our team and looking for people who are excited to reshape how our customers invest and grow their wealth. If you're driven by solving complex problems and building innovative products, you'll fit right in. 2025 is a big year for us. In January, we announced a game changing deal to become part of the IG Group. We'll continue to operate as an independent business while gaining access to the resources and support of an established leader in the space. This year, we're accelerating our roadmap and taking our products to the next level. We're building new features like mutual funds, bonds, and family investment tools. We're also exploring how we can leverage AI to deliver an even better experience for our customers. The Role As our Chief Financial Officer, you will be a strategic and operational leader responsible for shaping Freetrade's financial strategy to ensure sustainable growth, profitability, and operational excellence. This is a hands-on role where you will balance strategic leadership with the need to drive day-to-day financial execution. You will shape the financial model for our business and be responsible for establishing and scaling an organisation of finance business partners who work directly with product, marketing, people, and operations to fuel our mission. This is a senior executive role that requires strong commercial acumen, deep product understanding, and the ability to translate financial insights into strategic advantage. Key Responsibilities Leadership & Strategy Lead and inspire the Finance team and the broader organisation, building an inclusive, high-performing function. Develop and execute a comprehensive financial strategy aligned with Freetrade's growth ambitions. Partner closely with the CEO and executive team to shape company direction, with a strong focus on commercial outcomes and shareholder value. Commercial & Product Finance Work as a key commercial partner for the business, ensuring decisions are grounded in strong financial insight and clear commercial thinking. Partner with the CTO and CMO to evaluate, prioritise, and measure the impact of new features and initiatives. Build pricing and monetisation strategies that balance customer value with sustainable economics. Stakeholder Management Serve as the primary finance liaison with Freetrade's Board, the Freetrade Audit & Risk Committee, and our regulator, the FCA. Effectively manage our shareholder relationship with the IG Group, interlocking on key areas such as budget, reporting, and strategy. Leverage and collaborate with IG Group resources, including tax, treasury, and internal audit, to ensure financial efficiency and compliance. Finance Business Partnering Establish and scale a team of finance business partners who support all strategic areas of the business, embedding finance into product, marketing, people, and operations. Drive a culture of collaboration, ensuring that financial insights are accessible, actionable, and drive performance. Equip teams with tools and frameworks to make faster, smarter, more data-informed decisions. Operational & Financial Excellence Own all aspects of financial planning, forecasting, and reporting. Partner with the Data team to ensure financial and operational metrics are tracked, analysed, and reported effectively. Ensure KPIs are monitored to understand the health of the business and opportunities, and report progress to the executive team and board. Ensure governance, compliance, and controls while enabling agility and speed. Team Development Build, mentor, and scale a high-performing finance team. Foster a culture of accountability, innovation, and commercial thinking. Invest in talent development and create clear growth opportunities within the Finance function. Requirements A strategic leader with strong academic or professional foundations and the ability to drive meaningful change. MBA or equivalent is a plus. Proven experience as a senior finance leader, preferably as a Director or VP of Finance in a fast-paced, product-led organisation (fintech or consumer technology is a strong plus) and are ready to step up into a CFO role. Strong commercial mindset with experience supporting sustainable growth. Experience in or a keen interest in building and scaling finance business partnering within an organisation. Strong product orientation, with an ability to evaluate and influence product and pricing strategy. Deep expertise in financial planning, reporting, and analytics, with the ability to translate complexity into clear insights. Proven ability to lead, mentor, and grow teams. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Entrepreneurial mindset with a passion for driving impact and delivering results. What we don't require We don't require extensive industry experience in financial services or brokerage, although experience or a deep interest in investing are a strong plus. We can teach and onboard the right candidate who is willing to learn our industry. Domain knowledge: We prefer someone who can lead strategy, deliver results by building the right level of partnership, processes, and more, leaning on the expertise of subject matter experts where needed. Benefits Freetrade is the place to accelerate your career. Our benefits package and ways of working are designed to attract and retain the most talented people who are dedicated to making an impact at Freetrade. Why join us This is an opportunity to join a successful fintech company in a senior leadership role that rarely opens up. You'll have the opportunity to make a real impact on the future of financial services. You'll be part of Freetrade's executive team. Hybrid working culture We're operating in a hybrid model: 3-days in-office / 2-days from home. We believe great collaboration happens in person and our beautiful offices in central London and Budapest are designed to bring people together. Office days: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday Work from home days: Wednesday, Friday This setup helps us stay connected, collaborate more effectively, and keep building a culture where we all do our best work together, including dedicated days for focus work. Flexibility for those who need it: We have a hybrid working model, but life happens. If you need flexibility let's talk about it, whether you're a parent or have other care responsibilities. Values At Freetrade we live and breathe our values: Honesty, Focus and Grit. Expect to be asked about these in your interview! Benefits In London: Competitive salary - carefully benchmarked. Bonus Scheme - join us and share in our growth. Bonuses are linked to both company success and your individual impact. First payouts: July 2026 Holidays - 25 days plus UK public holidays. Your birthday off, plus one extra day for every year at Freetrade. Enhanced pension - We'll match your contributions up to 5%. Group Life Insurance - Protect your loved ones with coverage at 5x your salary, ensuring financial security in any circumstance. Private Health Insurance - Which includes access to high quality medical care, mental health support, dental and vision plans, Wellness programs and preventative care initiatives are also provided to ensure the wellbeing of your entire family. Income Protection Cover - Safeguard your income with comprehensive coverage, ensuring financial stability in the event of illness or injury. Enhanced parental leave - Time off when it matters most. Flexibility for those who need it - We're office-first, but life happens. Whether you're a parent or have care responsibilities, we focus on output and trust you to manage your time. Learning & Development - We fund industry qualifications so you can grow as a financial services professional. Cycle to Work scheme - Get a high quality bike and gear through our salary sacrifice scheme, spreading the cost with tax free monthly installments. Paid Sick Leave - Receive 10 days of fully paid sick leave each calendar year. Following the completion of our acquisition by IG Group, you can expect our benefits package to further improve as we align with the broader offerings available across the group. We are an Equal Opportunity employer committed to a diverse and representative team. Whatever your race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability - we want to hear from you. To find out more about how we look after your personal data when you apply for a job with us, please see our Recruitment Privacy Policy here. Please note we are not accepting agency CVs.
Jan 09, 2026
Full time
About Freetrade Freetrade's mission is to become the default place to invest. Investing has been too complicated and expensive for too long, keeping millions from making the most of their savings. We're changing that. We're building our team and looking for people who are excited to reshape how our customers invest and grow their wealth. If you're driven by solving complex problems and building innovative products, you'll fit right in. 2025 is a big year for us. In January, we announced a game changing deal to become part of the IG Group. We'll continue to operate as an independent business while gaining access to the resources and support of an established leader in the space. This year, we're accelerating our roadmap and taking our products to the next level. We're building new features like mutual funds, bonds, and family investment tools. We're also exploring how we can leverage AI to deliver an even better experience for our customers. The Role As our Chief Financial Officer, you will be a strategic and operational leader responsible for shaping Freetrade's financial strategy to ensure sustainable growth, profitability, and operational excellence. This is a hands-on role where you will balance strategic leadership with the need to drive day-to-day financial execution. You will shape the financial model for our business and be responsible for establishing and scaling an organisation of finance business partners who work directly with product, marketing, people, and operations to fuel our mission. This is a senior executive role that requires strong commercial acumen, deep product understanding, and the ability to translate financial insights into strategic advantage. Key Responsibilities Leadership & Strategy Lead and inspire the Finance team and the broader organisation, building an inclusive, high-performing function. Develop and execute a comprehensive financial strategy aligned with Freetrade's growth ambitions. Partner closely with the CEO and executive team to shape company direction, with a strong focus on commercial outcomes and shareholder value. Commercial & Product Finance Work as a key commercial partner for the business, ensuring decisions are grounded in strong financial insight and clear commercial thinking. Partner with the CTO and CMO to evaluate, prioritise, and measure the impact of new features and initiatives. Build pricing and monetisation strategies that balance customer value with sustainable economics. Stakeholder Management Serve as the primary finance liaison with Freetrade's Board, the Freetrade Audit & Risk Committee, and our regulator, the FCA. Effectively manage our shareholder relationship with the IG Group, interlocking on key areas such as budget, reporting, and strategy. Leverage and collaborate with IG Group resources, including tax, treasury, and internal audit, to ensure financial efficiency and compliance. Finance Business Partnering Establish and scale a team of finance business partners who support all strategic areas of the business, embedding finance into product, marketing, people, and operations. Drive a culture of collaboration, ensuring that financial insights are accessible, actionable, and drive performance. Equip teams with tools and frameworks to make faster, smarter, more data-informed decisions. Operational & Financial Excellence Own all aspects of financial planning, forecasting, and reporting. Partner with the Data team to ensure financial and operational metrics are tracked, analysed, and reported effectively. Ensure KPIs are monitored to understand the health of the business and opportunities, and report progress to the executive team and board. Ensure governance, compliance, and controls while enabling agility and speed. Team Development Build, mentor, and scale a high-performing finance team. Foster a culture of accountability, innovation, and commercial thinking. Invest in talent development and create clear growth opportunities within the Finance function. Requirements A strategic leader with strong academic or professional foundations and the ability to drive meaningful change. MBA or equivalent is a plus. Proven experience as a senior finance leader, preferably as a Director or VP of Finance in a fast-paced, product-led organisation (fintech or consumer technology is a strong plus) and are ready to step up into a CFO role. Strong commercial mindset with experience supporting sustainable growth. Experience in or a keen interest in building and scaling finance business partnering within an organisation. Strong product orientation, with an ability to evaluate and influence product and pricing strategy. Deep expertise in financial planning, reporting, and analytics, with the ability to translate complexity into clear insights. Proven ability to lead, mentor, and grow teams. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Entrepreneurial mindset with a passion for driving impact and delivering results. What we don't require We don't require extensive industry experience in financial services or brokerage, although experience or a deep interest in investing are a strong plus. We can teach and onboard the right candidate who is willing to learn our industry. Domain knowledge: We prefer someone who can lead strategy, deliver results by building the right level of partnership, processes, and more, leaning on the expertise of subject matter experts where needed. Benefits Freetrade is the place to accelerate your career. Our benefits package and ways of working are designed to attract and retain the most talented people who are dedicated to making an impact at Freetrade. Why join us This is an opportunity to join a successful fintech company in a senior leadership role that rarely opens up. You'll have the opportunity to make a real impact on the future of financial services. You'll be part of Freetrade's executive team. Hybrid working culture We're operating in a hybrid model: 3-days in-office / 2-days from home. We believe great collaboration happens in person and our beautiful offices in central London and Budapest are designed to bring people together. Office days: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday Work from home days: Wednesday, Friday This setup helps us stay connected, collaborate more effectively, and keep building a culture where we all do our best work together, including dedicated days for focus work. Flexibility for those who need it: We have a hybrid working model, but life happens. If you need flexibility let's talk about it, whether you're a parent or have other care responsibilities. Values At Freetrade we live and breathe our values: Honesty, Focus and Grit. Expect to be asked about these in your interview! Benefits In London: Competitive salary - carefully benchmarked. Bonus Scheme - join us and share in our growth. Bonuses are linked to both company success and your individual impact. First payouts: July 2026 Holidays - 25 days plus UK public holidays. Your birthday off, plus one extra day for every year at Freetrade. Enhanced pension - We'll match your contributions up to 5%. Group Life Insurance - Protect your loved ones with coverage at 5x your salary, ensuring financial security in any circumstance. Private Health Insurance - Which includes access to high quality medical care, mental health support, dental and vision plans, Wellness programs and preventative care initiatives are also provided to ensure the wellbeing of your entire family. Income Protection Cover - Safeguard your income with comprehensive coverage, ensuring financial stability in the event of illness or injury. Enhanced parental leave - Time off when it matters most. Flexibility for those who need it - We're office-first, but life happens. Whether you're a parent or have care responsibilities, we focus on output and trust you to manage your time. Learning & Development - We fund industry qualifications so you can grow as a financial services professional. Cycle to Work scheme - Get a high quality bike and gear through our salary sacrifice scheme, spreading the cost with tax free monthly installments. Paid Sick Leave - Receive 10 days of fully paid sick leave each calendar year. Following the completion of our acquisition by IG Group, you can expect our benefits package to further improve as we align with the broader offerings available across the group. We are an Equal Opportunity employer committed to a diverse and representative team. Whatever your race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability - we want to hear from you. To find out more about how we look after your personal data when you apply for a job with us, please see our Recruitment Privacy Policy here. Please note we are not accepting agency CVs.
Job Details: Commercial Finance Business Partner If you are unable to apply via the portal, please email your CV and Cover Letter to us directly to Full details of the job. Vacancy Name Commercial Finance Business Partner Vacancy No VN842 Location London Employment Type Perm Basis Full Time Fixed Term Duration Overview We are looking for a commercially minded and analytical Finance Business Partner to join our dynamic finance function, and support our high performing and rapidly growing sales team. Reporting to the Finance Director and working closely with the Chief Commercial Officer, sales managers, and cross functional teams, you will play a key role in driving process improvements, enhancing reporting, and delivering insightful analysis to support our ambitious growth plans. We're seeking someone who thrives in a fast paced environment, communicates effectively with senior stakeholders, and brings a structured, data driven approach to problem solving. You'll be a proactive change agent who is passionate about enabling commercial success. This role requires someone who takes ownership, implements change, and ensures initiatives are tracked, measured, and continuously improved. Main Duties and Responsibilities Annual targets and territory plans Partner with the Finance Director, commercial finance and the sales leadership team to support development and delivery of the annual top line budget, territory planning and target setting process. Direct responsibility for the creation of annual salesperson and manager plan documentation incorporating territory breakdowns by customer and product, target expectations and annual commission structure. Continue to develop formats and documentation to underpin salesperson understanding of their plan and opportunities to overachieve target. Continued administering of territory plans throughout the year including partnering with sales managers to amend or create plans/targets to account for in year changes in sales personnel or to support specific business initiatives. Commissions Responsible for maintaining and improving commissions calculation models to ensure timely and accurate calculation and payment of monthly commissions. Overseeing a junior finance colleague in the production and delivery of monthly statements while leveraging technology/software/excel to maximise efficiency through automation. With wider finance team support, responsible for investigating and resolving discrepancies or inquiries related to commission calculations or payments. Collaborate with the commercial managers and wider team to continually improve the format of standardised commission statements to ensure full understanding of the calculations while adding insight on performance and any gaps to annual target. Assist in modelling and scenario analysis for proposed plan changes, out of territory arrangements and new incentive programs. Assist CCO and FD in preparation of annual sales cost budget. Responsibility for monthly variance reporting and maintaining rolling forecasts to support hiring decisions. Working with the wider commercial finance team, FP&A and the Strategy Team to provide additional support for USA MD and operations. Leveraging commercial finance data sets, Power BI and operational reporting to provide dedicated support including supplementary analysis and performance insights for the US business and its leadership. Assist US leadership in preparation for monthly sales ops meeting by providing additional analysis and presentational slides (likewise for other reporting such as board slides). Support forecasting, budgeting and long term planning processes in collaboration with FP&A and FD. In partnership with strategy team, provide support for identification, appraisal and post implementation evaluation of commercial initiatives. Influence decision making through robust financial modelling and scenario planning. Wider commercial finance and sales ops Developing knowledge of other commercial finance processes to enhance team resilience and to ensure key activities continue during holidays and other periods of absence. Includes but is not limited to weekly KPI production, Power BI maintenance/refreshes/iterations, monthly forecasting process and sales ops slide production. Providing analytical support to the submissions team in identifying opportunities to maximise quality submission growth, evaluate submissions improvement initiatives including their translation into commercial opportunities and spend. Partnering with wider commercial finance team and sales leaders to: Drive consistent use of Power BI/other visualisations across the teams to extract maximum insights and drive performance Efficiently deliver timely and insightful data/analysis/slides thereby ensuring maximum sales management time is spent on coaching, leading and delivering the level of performance required Ad hoc analysis and Power BI dashboard creation Skills and Experience Qualified accountant (CIMA/ACA/ACCA) or equivalent commercial finance experience Proven experience in commercial finance environment, working with sales teams. Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex and large data sets into actionable insights Excellent excel and financial modelling skills Experience with Power BI or similar visualisation tools Experience within a subscription/recurring revenue business preferred Person Specification High attention to detail and accuracy Excellent communication and influencing skills with the confidence to challenge stakeholders Strong commercial acumen Exceptional organisation and time management skills Resilient under pressure with ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines effectively Continual innovation and improvement mindset Equal Opportunity Statement We are committed to fostering and promoting an inclusive professional environment for all of our employees, and we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Diversity and inclusion are integral values of Chambers and Partners and are key in our culture. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all qualified individuals regardless of age, disability, race, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity. This commitment applies across all of our employment policies and practices, from recruiting and hiring to training and career development. We support our employees through our internal INSPIRE committee with Executive Sponsors, Chairs and Ambassadors throughout the business promoting knowledge and effecting change. As a Disability Confident employer, we will ensure that a fair number of disabled applicants that meet the minimum criteria for this position will be offered an interview.
Jan 09, 2026
Full time
Job Details: Commercial Finance Business Partner If you are unable to apply via the portal, please email your CV and Cover Letter to us directly to Full details of the job. Vacancy Name Commercial Finance Business Partner Vacancy No VN842 Location London Employment Type Perm Basis Full Time Fixed Term Duration Overview We are looking for a commercially minded and analytical Finance Business Partner to join our dynamic finance function, and support our high performing and rapidly growing sales team. Reporting to the Finance Director and working closely with the Chief Commercial Officer, sales managers, and cross functional teams, you will play a key role in driving process improvements, enhancing reporting, and delivering insightful analysis to support our ambitious growth plans. We're seeking someone who thrives in a fast paced environment, communicates effectively with senior stakeholders, and brings a structured, data driven approach to problem solving. You'll be a proactive change agent who is passionate about enabling commercial success. This role requires someone who takes ownership, implements change, and ensures initiatives are tracked, measured, and continuously improved. Main Duties and Responsibilities Annual targets and territory plans Partner with the Finance Director, commercial finance and the sales leadership team to support development and delivery of the annual top line budget, territory planning and target setting process. Direct responsibility for the creation of annual salesperson and manager plan documentation incorporating territory breakdowns by customer and product, target expectations and annual commission structure. Continue to develop formats and documentation to underpin salesperson understanding of their plan and opportunities to overachieve target. Continued administering of territory plans throughout the year including partnering with sales managers to amend or create plans/targets to account for in year changes in sales personnel or to support specific business initiatives. Commissions Responsible for maintaining and improving commissions calculation models to ensure timely and accurate calculation and payment of monthly commissions. Overseeing a junior finance colleague in the production and delivery of monthly statements while leveraging technology/software/excel to maximise efficiency through automation. With wider finance team support, responsible for investigating and resolving discrepancies or inquiries related to commission calculations or payments. Collaborate with the commercial managers and wider team to continually improve the format of standardised commission statements to ensure full understanding of the calculations while adding insight on performance and any gaps to annual target. Assist in modelling and scenario analysis for proposed plan changes, out of territory arrangements and new incentive programs. Assist CCO and FD in preparation of annual sales cost budget. Responsibility for monthly variance reporting and maintaining rolling forecasts to support hiring decisions. Working with the wider commercial finance team, FP&A and the Strategy Team to provide additional support for USA MD and operations. Leveraging commercial finance data sets, Power BI and operational reporting to provide dedicated support including supplementary analysis and performance insights for the US business and its leadership. Assist US leadership in preparation for monthly sales ops meeting by providing additional analysis and presentational slides (likewise for other reporting such as board slides). Support forecasting, budgeting and long term planning processes in collaboration with FP&A and FD. In partnership with strategy team, provide support for identification, appraisal and post implementation evaluation of commercial initiatives. Influence decision making through robust financial modelling and scenario planning. Wider commercial finance and sales ops Developing knowledge of other commercial finance processes to enhance team resilience and to ensure key activities continue during holidays and other periods of absence. Includes but is not limited to weekly KPI production, Power BI maintenance/refreshes/iterations, monthly forecasting process and sales ops slide production. Providing analytical support to the submissions team in identifying opportunities to maximise quality submission growth, evaluate submissions improvement initiatives including their translation into commercial opportunities and spend. Partnering with wider commercial finance team and sales leaders to: Drive consistent use of Power BI/other visualisations across the teams to extract maximum insights and drive performance Efficiently deliver timely and insightful data/analysis/slides thereby ensuring maximum sales management time is spent on coaching, leading and delivering the level of performance required Ad hoc analysis and Power BI dashboard creation Skills and Experience Qualified accountant (CIMA/ACA/ACCA) or equivalent commercial finance experience Proven experience in commercial finance environment, working with sales teams. Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex and large data sets into actionable insights Excellent excel and financial modelling skills Experience with Power BI or similar visualisation tools Experience within a subscription/recurring revenue business preferred Person Specification High attention to detail and accuracy Excellent communication and influencing skills with the confidence to challenge stakeholders Strong commercial acumen Exceptional organisation and time management skills Resilient under pressure with ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines effectively Continual innovation and improvement mindset Equal Opportunity Statement We are committed to fostering and promoting an inclusive professional environment for all of our employees, and we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Diversity and inclusion are integral values of Chambers and Partners and are key in our culture. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all qualified individuals regardless of age, disability, race, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity. This commitment applies across all of our employment policies and practices, from recruiting and hiring to training and career development. We support our employees through our internal INSPIRE committee with Executive Sponsors, Chairs and Ambassadors throughout the business promoting knowledge and effecting change. As a Disability Confident employer, we will ensure that a fair number of disabled applicants that meet the minimum criteria for this position will be offered an interview.
WaterAid is exclusively partnering with Robertson Bell in their search for a Senior Finance Business Partner to join their high-performing team on a permanent basis, in this newly revamped role. WaterAid is the largest international not-for-profit organisation, focussed solely on making sustainable clean water, decent toilets and good hygiene normal for everyone, everywhere. This role will be a key strategic advisor and responsible for high-level planning conversations to WaterAid UKs largest income generating Directorate: Communications and Fundraising. As the Senior Finance Business Partner, you will be responsible for helping shape the strategic direction of fundraising team. This is a high-profile role, enabling Water Aid UK's senior leadership to deliver and support the delivery of WaterAid's ambitious programmatic activity. The organisation: Collaboration is at the heart of everything WaterAid does. They work in alliances. Over the next decade, together they will reach hundreds of millions more people so that whole communities can live healthy lives and build better futures. Together with their supporters and partners around the world - from the smallest neighbourhood groups to the largest multinationals - they have reached close to 30 million people with clear water and 30 million with decent toilets. Good hygiene is now a part of everyday life for 27.8 million people. To make lasting change happen on a massive scale they show decision makers how it can and should be done by influencing them to act. WaterAid link policy makers with communities and local partners and change attitudes and behaviours. They persuade governments, donors and financial institutions to invest in basic services and rally support from people and organisations around the world. They will keep working towards their mission until they are no longer needed. The key duties of the Senior Finance Business Partner are as follows: Owning relationships with key senior stakeholders within the Communications and Fundraising Directorate. Regularly engaging on strategic long-term decision making and providing relevant financial data to key decision makers. Work with the directorate to build realistic and detailed financial plans. Own directorate specific timelines for delivering financial forecasts and budgets. Work with Head of Management Accounting to build a consolidated picture for WaterAid UKs performance for the Executive Director Team. Collaborate on the building and maintenance of automated reporting for directorate on PowerBI. Regularly engage with budget holders to ensure that spending and income is on track against plans. Ensure CRM data is complete and accurately reflected in the month end close position. Oversee the monthly recording of both unrestricted and restricted income streams. The successful candidate will have: Completed a professional accounting qualification or be part-qualified with relevant professional experience. Experience of strategic partnering senior stakeholders (ideally at Executive Director level) along with senior leadership teams. Ability to analyse large quantities of data with a view to identifying trends and key drivers. Adaptability to build effective working relationships with both finance and non-finance colleagues and work in a collaborative way. Excellent communication skills, both oral and written. Experience of managing finances within a fundraising directorate (Desirable). Knowledge of international development issues and the sector (Desirable). Please note that this role required a minimum of 40% of working time to spent face-to-face in their Canary Wharf offices. The deadline for applications is on Sunday 20 th July, with first stage interviews due to take place the week commencing 28 th July. CVs will be under continuous review in advance of this date so submit your application today via Robertson Bell to ensure you don't miss out!
Jan 09, 2026
Full time
WaterAid is exclusively partnering with Robertson Bell in their search for a Senior Finance Business Partner to join their high-performing team on a permanent basis, in this newly revamped role. WaterAid is the largest international not-for-profit organisation, focussed solely on making sustainable clean water, decent toilets and good hygiene normal for everyone, everywhere. This role will be a key strategic advisor and responsible for high-level planning conversations to WaterAid UKs largest income generating Directorate: Communications and Fundraising. As the Senior Finance Business Partner, you will be responsible for helping shape the strategic direction of fundraising team. This is a high-profile role, enabling Water Aid UK's senior leadership to deliver and support the delivery of WaterAid's ambitious programmatic activity. The organisation: Collaboration is at the heart of everything WaterAid does. They work in alliances. Over the next decade, together they will reach hundreds of millions more people so that whole communities can live healthy lives and build better futures. Together with their supporters and partners around the world - from the smallest neighbourhood groups to the largest multinationals - they have reached close to 30 million people with clear water and 30 million with decent toilets. Good hygiene is now a part of everyday life for 27.8 million people. To make lasting change happen on a massive scale they show decision makers how it can and should be done by influencing them to act. WaterAid link policy makers with communities and local partners and change attitudes and behaviours. They persuade governments, donors and financial institutions to invest in basic services and rally support from people and organisations around the world. They will keep working towards their mission until they are no longer needed. The key duties of the Senior Finance Business Partner are as follows: Owning relationships with key senior stakeholders within the Communications and Fundraising Directorate. Regularly engaging on strategic long-term decision making and providing relevant financial data to key decision makers. Work with the directorate to build realistic and detailed financial plans. Own directorate specific timelines for delivering financial forecasts and budgets. Work with Head of Management Accounting to build a consolidated picture for WaterAid UKs performance for the Executive Director Team. Collaborate on the building and maintenance of automated reporting for directorate on PowerBI. Regularly engage with budget holders to ensure that spending and income is on track against plans. Ensure CRM data is complete and accurately reflected in the month end close position. Oversee the monthly recording of both unrestricted and restricted income streams. The successful candidate will have: Completed a professional accounting qualification or be part-qualified with relevant professional experience. Experience of strategic partnering senior stakeholders (ideally at Executive Director level) along with senior leadership teams. Ability to analyse large quantities of data with a view to identifying trends and key drivers. Adaptability to build effective working relationships with both finance and non-finance colleagues and work in a collaborative way. Excellent communication skills, both oral and written. Experience of managing finances within a fundraising directorate (Desirable). Knowledge of international development issues and the sector (Desirable). Please note that this role required a minimum of 40% of working time to spent face-to-face in their Canary Wharf offices. The deadline for applications is on Sunday 20 th July, with first stage interviews due to take place the week commencing 28 th July. CVs will be under continuous review in advance of this date so submit your application today via Robertson Bell to ensure you don't miss out!
Management Accountant - Newly Created Role Charity People have partnered with a growing £2million turnover community benefit society to help recruit a Management Accountant. This is a newly created role offering salary between £36,000 - £45,000 per annum. This is an exciting opportunity for a proactive and detail-oriented finance professional to join a dynamic team and play a key role in supporting sustainable growth. Contract: Full-time, with a 3-month probation period Salary: £36,000-£45,000 per annum (dependent on qualifications and experience). A support package for continued study towards professional qualifications is available. Location: Minimum of three days per week in our Brixton office, with support for remote/home working as needed. About the Role Reporting to the Finance Director, you will provide accurate and timely financial management and reporting, ensuring sound financial control, analysis, and statutory compliance. You will work closely with internal teams and external partners to enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of the Finance function. Key Responsibilities: Management & Statutory Reporting: Prepare monthly management accounts, reconcile balance sheet accounts, complete statutory returns (VAT, Companies House, FCA), and support annual audits. Budgeting & Forecasting: Assist with annual budgets, reforecasts, cashflow statements, and ad hoc financial projections. Business Partnering: Provide financial insights to management and project leads, supporting decision-making and project reporting. Supervision: Manage and support the Finance Officer, ensuring professional development and alignment with departmental goals. Systems & Processes: Maintain and improve finance systems and digital tools for accuracy and efficiency. Finance Operations: Oversee sales and purchase ledgers, payroll, and ad hoc financial reporting for senior leadership. Audit & Compliance: Prepare reconciliations for external audits and ensure compliance with HMRC, FCA, and other regulations. General Duties: Uphold organisational policies, confidentiality, equality, and sustainability commitments while representing the organisation professionally. About You Essential: Qualified or part-qualified ACA, ACCA, or CIMA. Strong experience in management accounts preparation, including reconciliation and reporting. Experience with accounting software (QuickBooks & Xero). Excellent attention to detail, strong analytical skills, and commitment to accuracy. Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Skilled in budget management and resource optimisation. Confident communicator, able to collaborate effectively across teams and with external partners. Advanced IT proficiency, including Excel. Experience in charity or not-for-profit accounting for grants. Due to the nature of this role and urgency, the client may close the role on Wednesday 14 th January, 2026. Candidates shortlisted for this role, will be required to answer one question. Interviews may happy on 15 th January, 2026 or w/c 19 th January, 2026. Charity People is a forward thinking, inclusive organisation that actively and deliberately promotes equity, diversity and inclusion. We know organisations thrive when inclusion is at the forefront. We evidence our commitment by matching charity needs with the skills and experience of candidates irrespective of background e.g. age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We do this because we believe that greater diversity leads to greater results for the charities we work with.
Jan 09, 2026
Full time
Management Accountant - Newly Created Role Charity People have partnered with a growing £2million turnover community benefit society to help recruit a Management Accountant. This is a newly created role offering salary between £36,000 - £45,000 per annum. This is an exciting opportunity for a proactive and detail-oriented finance professional to join a dynamic team and play a key role in supporting sustainable growth. Contract: Full-time, with a 3-month probation period Salary: £36,000-£45,000 per annum (dependent on qualifications and experience). A support package for continued study towards professional qualifications is available. Location: Minimum of three days per week in our Brixton office, with support for remote/home working as needed. About the Role Reporting to the Finance Director, you will provide accurate and timely financial management and reporting, ensuring sound financial control, analysis, and statutory compliance. You will work closely with internal teams and external partners to enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of the Finance function. Key Responsibilities: Management & Statutory Reporting: Prepare monthly management accounts, reconcile balance sheet accounts, complete statutory returns (VAT, Companies House, FCA), and support annual audits. Budgeting & Forecasting: Assist with annual budgets, reforecasts, cashflow statements, and ad hoc financial projections. Business Partnering: Provide financial insights to management and project leads, supporting decision-making and project reporting. Supervision: Manage and support the Finance Officer, ensuring professional development and alignment with departmental goals. Systems & Processes: Maintain and improve finance systems and digital tools for accuracy and efficiency. Finance Operations: Oversee sales and purchase ledgers, payroll, and ad hoc financial reporting for senior leadership. Audit & Compliance: Prepare reconciliations for external audits and ensure compliance with HMRC, FCA, and other regulations. General Duties: Uphold organisational policies, confidentiality, equality, and sustainability commitments while representing the organisation professionally. About You Essential: Qualified or part-qualified ACA, ACCA, or CIMA. Strong experience in management accounts preparation, including reconciliation and reporting. Experience with accounting software (QuickBooks & Xero). Excellent attention to detail, strong analytical skills, and commitment to accuracy. Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Skilled in budget management and resource optimisation. Confident communicator, able to collaborate effectively across teams and with external partners. Advanced IT proficiency, including Excel. Experience in charity or not-for-profit accounting for grants. Due to the nature of this role and urgency, the client may close the role on Wednesday 14 th January, 2026. Candidates shortlisted for this role, will be required to answer one question. Interviews may happy on 15 th January, 2026 or w/c 19 th January, 2026. Charity People is a forward thinking, inclusive organisation that actively and deliberately promotes equity, diversity and inclusion. We know organisations thrive when inclusion is at the forefront. We evidence our commitment by matching charity needs with the skills and experience of candidates irrespective of background e.g. age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We do this because we believe that greater diversity leads to greater results for the charities we work with.
About The Role: We are partnering with a vibrant, mid-sized architecture practice in Central London, seeking a robust, positive, and proactive Practice Manager to join the studio and take responsibility for the smooth day-to-day running of the business. This is a varied and influential role at the heart of the business, working closely with the Directors and wider team. They are looking for someone proactive, organised, and calm under pressure, a natural problem-solver who enjoys wearing multiple hats and keeping things running seamlessly behind the scenes. You will be responsible for line managing the Front of House Coordinator and will focus on key areas such as operations, HR, finance administration, IT, ISO compliance, Health & Safety, employee relations, and more. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a reputable, design-led studio that values collaboration and growth. You'll benefit from a friendly, supportive team environment, along with perks such as a yearly team-building trip, a personal development fund, a discretionary bonus, health cash plan and more. Key Responsibilities: Oversee the day-to-day running of the studio, ensuring smooth operations across facilities, HR, IT and administration Lead office compliance including ISO9001 / ISO14001 audits, health & safety, risk assessments and statutory requirements Manage onboarding, recruitment coordination, appraisals and salary review processes in collaboration with the Director team Act as the main point of contact for the landlord, building management, IT partner and external suppliers Oversee payroll changes, benefits administration and visa compliance, liaising with external accountants and brokers Line manage the Front of House Coordinator Manage software licences, renewals and office systems, ensuring cost-effective and timely procurement Support finance processes including invoicing, expenses and year-end submissions Coordinate studio culture initiatives, socials and events, supporting a positive and well-run working environment Provide light PA and administrative support to the Directors when required Key Skills / Requirements Proven experience in a Practice / Studio Manager role within architecture, design or the built environment Highly organised, detail-oriented and confident managing multiple operational functions simultaneously Strong IT literacy with the ability to oversee systems, software and external providers Excellent communication skills with the discretion to handle sensitive information Diligent, pro-active and robust with a collaborative approach Comfortable working in a fast-paced studio environment; experience with Xero, Hubdoc, CMAP or Atvero is advantageous Strong experience using Microsoft Suite (Excel, Docs, PowerPoint, etc) To apply for this position please click on the apply button to attach your CV (and portfolio for design positions). By applying for this role, you are confirming that you agree to our Privacy Policy (full details are shown at the bottom of our website), and that all details submitted by you are correct and to the best of your knowledge. The Crowd is an equal opportunities employer and agency.
Jan 09, 2026
Full time
About The Role: We are partnering with a vibrant, mid-sized architecture practice in Central London, seeking a robust, positive, and proactive Practice Manager to join the studio and take responsibility for the smooth day-to-day running of the business. This is a varied and influential role at the heart of the business, working closely with the Directors and wider team. They are looking for someone proactive, organised, and calm under pressure, a natural problem-solver who enjoys wearing multiple hats and keeping things running seamlessly behind the scenes. You will be responsible for line managing the Front of House Coordinator and will focus on key areas such as operations, HR, finance administration, IT, ISO compliance, Health & Safety, employee relations, and more. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a reputable, design-led studio that values collaboration and growth. You'll benefit from a friendly, supportive team environment, along with perks such as a yearly team-building trip, a personal development fund, a discretionary bonus, health cash plan and more. Key Responsibilities: Oversee the day-to-day running of the studio, ensuring smooth operations across facilities, HR, IT and administration Lead office compliance including ISO9001 / ISO14001 audits, health & safety, risk assessments and statutory requirements Manage onboarding, recruitment coordination, appraisals and salary review processes in collaboration with the Director team Act as the main point of contact for the landlord, building management, IT partner and external suppliers Oversee payroll changes, benefits administration and visa compliance, liaising with external accountants and brokers Line manage the Front of House Coordinator Manage software licences, renewals and office systems, ensuring cost-effective and timely procurement Support finance processes including invoicing, expenses and year-end submissions Coordinate studio culture initiatives, socials and events, supporting a positive and well-run working environment Provide light PA and administrative support to the Directors when required Key Skills / Requirements Proven experience in a Practice / Studio Manager role within architecture, design or the built environment Highly organised, detail-oriented and confident managing multiple operational functions simultaneously Strong IT literacy with the ability to oversee systems, software and external providers Excellent communication skills with the discretion to handle sensitive information Diligent, pro-active and robust with a collaborative approach Comfortable working in a fast-paced studio environment; experience with Xero, Hubdoc, CMAP or Atvero is advantageous Strong experience using Microsoft Suite (Excel, Docs, PowerPoint, etc) To apply for this position please click on the apply button to attach your CV (and portfolio for design positions). By applying for this role, you are confirming that you agree to our Privacy Policy (full details are shown at the bottom of our website), and that all details submitted by you are correct and to the best of your knowledge. The Crowd is an equal opportunities employer and agency.
Finance Director PE-Backed Property & Insurance Birmingham, with potential travel to London when required Up to £125k DOE + bonus + wider benefits Overview Cedar are proud to be partnering with a mid market PE fund in their search for a hands on Finance Director to guide the financial direction of one of their portfolio businesses with activity across the property and insurance space click apply for full job details
Jan 09, 2026
Full time
Finance Director PE-Backed Property & Insurance Birmingham, with potential travel to London when required Up to £125k DOE + bonus + wider benefits Overview Cedar are proud to be partnering with a mid market PE fund in their search for a hands on Finance Director to guide the financial direction of one of their portfolio businesses with activity across the property and insurance space click apply for full job details
Interim Group Finance Director Location: Whiteley (Hybrid - 2 days from home) Contract: 15-month FTC (from Feb 2026) Salary: 120,000 - 140,000 A leading organisation in Whiteley is seeking an experienced Interim Group Finance Director to cover a 15-month fixed term contract. Reporting directly to the Group CFO, you will have full oversight of group financial operations, reporting, governance, and financial control across UK and international entities. You will lead a broad finance function, including Operational Finance, Management Accounts, Financial Accounts, Tax, FP&A, Treasury and project finance teams, ensuring accurate reporting, strong financial controls, and effective business partnering across the Group. This role would suit an experienced senior finance leader with exceptional technical accounting expertise, strong stakeholder engagement skills, and a hands-on, adaptable approach. Key Responsibilities Lead Group financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting and statutory accounts. Oversee Group consolidation, IFRS compliance and AIM reporting. Support Board, Audit Committee and investor reporting. Provide commercial insight to improve performance and margin optimisation. Oversee billing, credit control, payroll, treasury, tax and cashflow management. Lead audit processes and strengthen Group-wide financial controls. Drive continuous improvement across finance operations. Required Skills & Experience Fully qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) with extensive leadership experience. Strong technical accounting and IFRS knowledge. Proven experience managing large finance functions in a fast-paced, high-volume environment. Excellent communicator with strong stakeholder and Board-level engagement skills. Experience within an AIM-listed or PLC environment is highly desirable. Experience leading Group finance across international entities is essential. If you meet the above requirements and can start in February 2026, we'd love to hear from you, apply today!
Jan 09, 2026
Contractor
Interim Group Finance Director Location: Whiteley (Hybrid - 2 days from home) Contract: 15-month FTC (from Feb 2026) Salary: 120,000 - 140,000 A leading organisation in Whiteley is seeking an experienced Interim Group Finance Director to cover a 15-month fixed term contract. Reporting directly to the Group CFO, you will have full oversight of group financial operations, reporting, governance, and financial control across UK and international entities. You will lead a broad finance function, including Operational Finance, Management Accounts, Financial Accounts, Tax, FP&A, Treasury and project finance teams, ensuring accurate reporting, strong financial controls, and effective business partnering across the Group. This role would suit an experienced senior finance leader with exceptional technical accounting expertise, strong stakeholder engagement skills, and a hands-on, adaptable approach. Key Responsibilities Lead Group financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting and statutory accounts. Oversee Group consolidation, IFRS compliance and AIM reporting. Support Board, Audit Committee and investor reporting. Provide commercial insight to improve performance and margin optimisation. Oversee billing, credit control, payroll, treasury, tax and cashflow management. Lead audit processes and strengthen Group-wide financial controls. Drive continuous improvement across finance operations. Required Skills & Experience Fully qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) with extensive leadership experience. Strong technical accounting and IFRS knowledge. Proven experience managing large finance functions in a fast-paced, high-volume environment. Excellent communicator with strong stakeholder and Board-level engagement skills. Experience within an AIM-listed or PLC environment is highly desirable. Experience leading Group finance across international entities is essential. If you meet the above requirements and can start in February 2026, we'd love to hear from you, apply today!
Buckinghamshire Council
Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire
Capital and Investment Finance Business Partner Location: Aylesbury We are seeking an experienced Capital and Investment Finance Business Partner to provide strategic financial skills and expert advice on the Council's £670m Capital Programme. This is a pivotal role in Financial Planning & Capital Finance Team, partnering with senior stakeholders to ensure robust financial planning and management and governance for major projects and investments. About us What We Offer A pivotal role in shaping long-term investment strategy and delivering projects that make a real difference to our communities. An opportunity to grow your career, through partnering with senior leaders and attending project and directorate board meetings. Flexible working arrangements and opportunities for professional development. About the role As a trusted advisor, you will: Partner with senior leaders and project teams to support the delivery of robust financial strategies for high-profile capital programmes, such as Schools, Highways and Housing. Lead on investment appraisals, funding models, and multi-year budget planning for a key area of the Capital Programme. Drive innovation in financial systems and processes, simplifying and streamlining how we work, in particular on Capital budget management. Work alongside the Capital Programme Management Office to provide assurance and governance on capital projects, ensuring compliance and best practice. Have an important role in decision making on the Capital Programme, through contributing finance advice on decision reports and business cases that will go through the Capital Gateway and Budget setting processes. About you We are looking for a finance professional with: Experience in a large, complex organisation, ideally within the public sector. Knowledge of capital financing, investment appraisal techniques, and financial modelling. Experience of partnering with services on project delivery. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and influencing skills. Advanced Excel capability; experience with PowerBI and SAP desirable. AAT qualification or equivalent, with progression towards CCAB/CIMA preferred. Other information Please see the attached job summary for further information on the role and person specification. This post is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare: All unspent cautions and/or unspent convictions We reserve the right to close the vacancy once we have received sufficient applications, so please be advised to submit your application as early as possible. Our values and culture We have a set of values, which our employees have chosen, that represent what we are - Proud, Ambitious, Collaborative and Trustworthy. By joining Buckinghamshire Council, you can expect: a fair and inclusive culture the chance to really make a difference to those around you health and well-being initiatives including an Employee Assistance Programme, Mental Health First Aiders and mindfulness workshops a unified voice through our Employee Representative Group ongoing support, and the opportunity to develop and progress in your career with us opportunities to take part in fun activities such as fundraising and social events At Buckinghamshire Council, we know that our biggest strength comes from the people that work for us, and that's why we're working hard to ensure we continue to be an accessible and inclusive organisation. From dedicated staff networks overseen by our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Steering Group, to proudly standing as a Disability Confident employer, it's important to us that all our colleagues feel engaged, listened to, and valued. Our offer of flexible working empowers a productive and happy workforce and allows employees to combine work with other responsibilities and commitments. We believe our workforce should reflect the diverse communities we service in Buckinghamshire, and are looking for like-minded individuals to join us in promoting equality, fairness, and inclusion for everyone. About the Business Unit Resources cover a wide range of specialisms, including Human Resources, Finance, ICT and Business Operations. Our main focus is supporting the other directorates to provide the best possible service to our residents. To do that, we have to make sure we have the right people in the right roles across the organisation. From our finance teams, working strategically to ensure the best value from public money; to HR keeping our employees healthy and happy, each service is vital in making sure Buckinghamshire Council has what it needs to run effectively and efficiently. As well as providing high quality services to other areas of the Council, you could also be helping us build on the revenue which comes from our external clients. If you are ambitious, customer-focussed and bursting with new ideas, we want to hear from you. We recognise and reward you Hard work and success deserves recognition. That's why we pride ourselves on the benefits we give our people. We actively encourage a good work-life balance and promote flexible and agile working arrangements. We provide discounts on various Cafés, restaurants, shops and auto enrolment onto our generous Pension Scheme. In addition to the opportunity to gain membership to Costco, we have discounted gym memberships, travel discounts with Arriva and much more.
Jan 09, 2026
Full time
Capital and Investment Finance Business Partner Location: Aylesbury We are seeking an experienced Capital and Investment Finance Business Partner to provide strategic financial skills and expert advice on the Council's £670m Capital Programme. This is a pivotal role in Financial Planning & Capital Finance Team, partnering with senior stakeholders to ensure robust financial planning and management and governance for major projects and investments. About us What We Offer A pivotal role in shaping long-term investment strategy and delivering projects that make a real difference to our communities. An opportunity to grow your career, through partnering with senior leaders and attending project and directorate board meetings. Flexible working arrangements and opportunities for professional development. About the role As a trusted advisor, you will: Partner with senior leaders and project teams to support the delivery of robust financial strategies for high-profile capital programmes, such as Schools, Highways and Housing. Lead on investment appraisals, funding models, and multi-year budget planning for a key area of the Capital Programme. Drive innovation in financial systems and processes, simplifying and streamlining how we work, in particular on Capital budget management. Work alongside the Capital Programme Management Office to provide assurance and governance on capital projects, ensuring compliance and best practice. Have an important role in decision making on the Capital Programme, through contributing finance advice on decision reports and business cases that will go through the Capital Gateway and Budget setting processes. About you We are looking for a finance professional with: Experience in a large, complex organisation, ideally within the public sector. Knowledge of capital financing, investment appraisal techniques, and financial modelling. Experience of partnering with services on project delivery. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and influencing skills. Advanced Excel capability; experience with PowerBI and SAP desirable. AAT qualification or equivalent, with progression towards CCAB/CIMA preferred. Other information Please see the attached job summary for further information on the role and person specification. This post is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare: All unspent cautions and/or unspent convictions We reserve the right to close the vacancy once we have received sufficient applications, so please be advised to submit your application as early as possible. Our values and culture We have a set of values, which our employees have chosen, that represent what we are - Proud, Ambitious, Collaborative and Trustworthy. By joining Buckinghamshire Council, you can expect: a fair and inclusive culture the chance to really make a difference to those around you health and well-being initiatives including an Employee Assistance Programme, Mental Health First Aiders and mindfulness workshops a unified voice through our Employee Representative Group ongoing support, and the opportunity to develop and progress in your career with us opportunities to take part in fun activities such as fundraising and social events At Buckinghamshire Council, we know that our biggest strength comes from the people that work for us, and that's why we're working hard to ensure we continue to be an accessible and inclusive organisation. From dedicated staff networks overseen by our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Steering Group, to proudly standing as a Disability Confident employer, it's important to us that all our colleagues feel engaged, listened to, and valued. Our offer of flexible working empowers a productive and happy workforce and allows employees to combine work with other responsibilities and commitments. We believe our workforce should reflect the diverse communities we service in Buckinghamshire, and are looking for like-minded individuals to join us in promoting equality, fairness, and inclusion for everyone. About the Business Unit Resources cover a wide range of specialisms, including Human Resources, Finance, ICT and Business Operations. Our main focus is supporting the other directorates to provide the best possible service to our residents. To do that, we have to make sure we have the right people in the right roles across the organisation. From our finance teams, working strategically to ensure the best value from public money; to HR keeping our employees healthy and happy, each service is vital in making sure Buckinghamshire Council has what it needs to run effectively and efficiently. As well as providing high quality services to other areas of the Council, you could also be helping us build on the revenue which comes from our external clients. If you are ambitious, customer-focussed and bursting with new ideas, we want to hear from you. We recognise and reward you Hard work and success deserves recognition. That's why we pride ourselves on the benefits we give our people. We actively encourage a good work-life balance and promote flexible and agile working arrangements. We provide discounts on various Cafés, restaurants, shops and auto enrolment onto our generous Pension Scheme. In addition to the opportunity to gain membership to Costco, we have discounted gym memberships, travel discounts with Arriva and much more.
Senior Buyer - Technology Services Procurement page is loaded Senior Buyer - Technology Services Procurementlocations: GBR-London-10 Paternoster Squaretime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: RLSEG (London Stock Exchange Group) is more than a diversified global financial markets infrastructure and data business. We are dedicated, open-access partners with a dedication to excellence in delivering the services our customers expect from us. With extensive experience, deep knowledge and worldwide presence across financial markets, we enable businesses and economies around the world to fund innovation, manage risk and create jobs. It's how we've contributed to supporting the financial stability and growth of communities and economies globally for more than 300 years. Through a comprehensive suite of trusted financial market infrastructure services - and our open-access model - we provide the flexibility, stability and trust that enable our customers to pursue their ambitions with confidence and clarity.LSEG is headquartered in the United Kingdom, with significant operations in 65 countries across EMEA, North America, Latin America and Asia Pacific. We employ 25,000 people globally, more than half located in Asia Pacific. LSEG's ticker symbol is LSEG.OUR PEOPLE:People are at the heart of what we do and drive the success of our business. Our values of Integrity, Partnership, Excellence and Change shape how we think, how we do things and how we help our people fulfil their potential. We embrace diversity and actively seek to attract individuals with unique backgrounds and perspectives. We break down barriers and encourage teamwork, enabling innovation and rapid development of solutions that make a difference. Our workplace generates an enriching and rewarding experience for our people and customers alike. Our vision is to build an inclusive culture in which everyone feels encouraged to fulfil their potential.We know that real personal growth cannot be achieved by simply climbing a career ladder - which is why we encourage and enable a wealth of avenues and interesting opportunities for everyone to broaden and deepen their skills and expertise. As a global organisation spanning 65 countries and one rooted in a culture of growth, opportunity, diversity and innovation, LSEG is a place where everyone can grow, develop and fulfil your potential with meaningful careers.ROLE PROFILE:Group Procurement is responsible for managing third-party supplier engagements, partnering with the business to drive high performance and sustainable value from our supplier relationships. We aim to make LSEG easier and more attractive to do business with and we consider our suppliers as a source of competitive advantage and not just about cost.We operate a business partnering and supplier relationship management (SRM) model, aligned to stakeholder groups and spend categories, ensuring value through early and strategic engagement and insightful vendor spend analytics.Some key characteristics of the Group Procurement organisation:• Supplier spend c £2BN and c. 5,000 suppliers• Team structured around:o Three towers aligned to the master categories of spend (Technology, Services and Corporate), focused on category management, sourcing, supplier relationship management and business partneringo A Strategy & Performance centre, enabling function to drive and implement the strategy of the Group Procurement function, best in class procurement policy and processeso A Third Party Risk Management (TPRM) (1LoD) team responsible for operationalising the process to enable LSEG businesses to exercise robust management of risks associated with internal and external third party supplierso A Supplier Relationship Management team responsible for strategic partnership with key suppliers, and the Supplier Relationship Management Framework• Key hubs for the category teams in London, Bangalore and New York with a small amount of decentralised activity to support local markets which are in various global locations including Europe and AsiaThe purpose of the role is to support the Category Lead and Category Managers with the delivery of the category strategy and deployment of the supplier relationship management program, ensure quality issues are resolved with the supply base and monitor the PR/PO pipeline.This individual will take direction from the Category Lead/Director and Category Managers to implement the agreed strategies.The role will perform a combination of sourcing, supplier management and business engagement activities, with an emphasis on sourcing.Additionally, the role handles a subset of LSEG's Focussed suppliers with category spend above £500K, drive the supplier relationship management (SRM) program with those suppliers, monitor and provide approval for purchase requests in Ariba and Oracle, plus SOWs in Fieldglass.This role sits in the Services tower reporting to the Category Director for Technology Services, who leads the global procurement activities including engagement and ongoing management of third-party suppliers, the sourcing and supplier strategy, and roadmap for the Category.Although primarily aligned to the above category, this role may be required to support other sub-teams within Group Procurement from time to time.Key Responsibilities• Support the delivery of the category strategy and deployment of the supplier relationship management program• Involvement in the development of sourcing strategies, including identifying risks, key outputs, and products• Lead sourcing and negotiation activities for low to medium spend SOWs across the team, analysing financial and commercial structure, engaging Legal as the need arises and ensuring correct terms and conditions are applied, plus finance to understand budget constraints• Engage SOW owners to ensure renewal is required and scale is accurate• Engage the appropriate project lead or vendor manager to ensure they raise the Purchase request in good time• Support Category Leads or Category Managers with SRM activities, handle allocated supplier relationships• Support sourcing activities across the wider team (Category Directors or Category Managers in other categories), as the need arises depending on workload• The PR/PO pipeline for the assigned Category of spend• Review pipelines of projects, PR/PO approvals, SOWs approvals in Fieldglass, and liaise with the Category Lead and relevant Category Managers• Ensure purchase requests meet required standards - i.e. approval process has been followed, a fully signed LSEG standard contract and statement of work (if applicable) is in place, the supplier has been correctly onboarded and approved• Ensure Category Managers and business contacts are kept up to date with the status each sourcing project• Research market and industry developments• Make recommendations on alternate sources of supply to provide choice to LSEGEngagement with LSEG businessEngage regularly with key partners across the business and key functions such as Legal, Finance and HR to progress queries and act as a procurement point of contact, with support from the Category Lead and other Category Managers• Engage with budget-owners to obtain key information and explain procurement processes in line with agreed process and procedures• Deal with queries from other LSEG staff, alerting Category Managers as appropriate• Engage with key functions to obtain information and complete necessary actions such as supplier segmentation form• Work with buisness delivery teams and Category Managers to identify and maintain the project pipeline• Supporting business as usual activitiesProcurement systems tools, and data• Maintain data within Procurement systems and tools (e.g. pipeline management tool, savings tracker, supplier and contract databases, Category spend metrics)• Ensure that purchasing, pricing
Jan 09, 2026
Full time
Senior Buyer - Technology Services Procurement page is loaded Senior Buyer - Technology Services Procurementlocations: GBR-London-10 Paternoster Squaretime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: RLSEG (London Stock Exchange Group) is more than a diversified global financial markets infrastructure and data business. We are dedicated, open-access partners with a dedication to excellence in delivering the services our customers expect from us. With extensive experience, deep knowledge and worldwide presence across financial markets, we enable businesses and economies around the world to fund innovation, manage risk and create jobs. It's how we've contributed to supporting the financial stability and growth of communities and economies globally for more than 300 years. Through a comprehensive suite of trusted financial market infrastructure services - and our open-access model - we provide the flexibility, stability and trust that enable our customers to pursue their ambitions with confidence and clarity.LSEG is headquartered in the United Kingdom, with significant operations in 65 countries across EMEA, North America, Latin America and Asia Pacific. We employ 25,000 people globally, more than half located in Asia Pacific. LSEG's ticker symbol is LSEG.OUR PEOPLE:People are at the heart of what we do and drive the success of our business. Our values of Integrity, Partnership, Excellence and Change shape how we think, how we do things and how we help our people fulfil their potential. We embrace diversity and actively seek to attract individuals with unique backgrounds and perspectives. We break down barriers and encourage teamwork, enabling innovation and rapid development of solutions that make a difference. Our workplace generates an enriching and rewarding experience for our people and customers alike. Our vision is to build an inclusive culture in which everyone feels encouraged to fulfil their potential.We know that real personal growth cannot be achieved by simply climbing a career ladder - which is why we encourage and enable a wealth of avenues and interesting opportunities for everyone to broaden and deepen their skills and expertise. As a global organisation spanning 65 countries and one rooted in a culture of growth, opportunity, diversity and innovation, LSEG is a place where everyone can grow, develop and fulfil your potential with meaningful careers.ROLE PROFILE:Group Procurement is responsible for managing third-party supplier engagements, partnering with the business to drive high performance and sustainable value from our supplier relationships. We aim to make LSEG easier and more attractive to do business with and we consider our suppliers as a source of competitive advantage and not just about cost.We operate a business partnering and supplier relationship management (SRM) model, aligned to stakeholder groups and spend categories, ensuring value through early and strategic engagement and insightful vendor spend analytics.Some key characteristics of the Group Procurement organisation:• Supplier spend c £2BN and c. 5,000 suppliers• Team structured around:o Three towers aligned to the master categories of spend (Technology, Services and Corporate), focused on category management, sourcing, supplier relationship management and business partneringo A Strategy & Performance centre, enabling function to drive and implement the strategy of the Group Procurement function, best in class procurement policy and processeso A Third Party Risk Management (TPRM) (1LoD) team responsible for operationalising the process to enable LSEG businesses to exercise robust management of risks associated with internal and external third party supplierso A Supplier Relationship Management team responsible for strategic partnership with key suppliers, and the Supplier Relationship Management Framework• Key hubs for the category teams in London, Bangalore and New York with a small amount of decentralised activity to support local markets which are in various global locations including Europe and AsiaThe purpose of the role is to support the Category Lead and Category Managers with the delivery of the category strategy and deployment of the supplier relationship management program, ensure quality issues are resolved with the supply base and monitor the PR/PO pipeline.This individual will take direction from the Category Lead/Director and Category Managers to implement the agreed strategies.The role will perform a combination of sourcing, supplier management and business engagement activities, with an emphasis on sourcing.Additionally, the role handles a subset of LSEG's Focussed suppliers with category spend above £500K, drive the supplier relationship management (SRM) program with those suppliers, monitor and provide approval for purchase requests in Ariba and Oracle, plus SOWs in Fieldglass.This role sits in the Services tower reporting to the Category Director for Technology Services, who leads the global procurement activities including engagement and ongoing management of third-party suppliers, the sourcing and supplier strategy, and roadmap for the Category.Although primarily aligned to the above category, this role may be required to support other sub-teams within Group Procurement from time to time.Key Responsibilities• Support the delivery of the category strategy and deployment of the supplier relationship management program• Involvement in the development of sourcing strategies, including identifying risks, key outputs, and products• Lead sourcing and negotiation activities for low to medium spend SOWs across the team, analysing financial and commercial structure, engaging Legal as the need arises and ensuring correct terms and conditions are applied, plus finance to understand budget constraints• Engage SOW owners to ensure renewal is required and scale is accurate• Engage the appropriate project lead or vendor manager to ensure they raise the Purchase request in good time• Support Category Leads or Category Managers with SRM activities, handle allocated supplier relationships• Support sourcing activities across the wider team (Category Directors or Category Managers in other categories), as the need arises depending on workload• The PR/PO pipeline for the assigned Category of spend• Review pipelines of projects, PR/PO approvals, SOWs approvals in Fieldglass, and liaise with the Category Lead and relevant Category Managers• Ensure purchase requests meet required standards - i.e. approval process has been followed, a fully signed LSEG standard contract and statement of work (if applicable) is in place, the supplier has been correctly onboarded and approved• Ensure Category Managers and business contacts are kept up to date with the status each sourcing project• Research market and industry developments• Make recommendations on alternate sources of supply to provide choice to LSEGEngagement with LSEG businessEngage regularly with key partners across the business and key functions such as Legal, Finance and HR to progress queries and act as a procurement point of contact, with support from the Category Lead and other Category Managers• Engage with budget-owners to obtain key information and explain procurement processes in line with agreed process and procedures• Deal with queries from other LSEG staff, alerting Category Managers as appropriate• Engage with key functions to obtain information and complete necessary actions such as supplier segmentation form• Work with buisness delivery teams and Category Managers to identify and maintain the project pipeline• Supporting business as usual activitiesProcurement systems tools, and data• Maintain data within Procurement systems and tools (e.g. pipeline management tool, savings tracker, supplier and contract databases, Category spend metrics)• Ensure that purchasing, pricing
Senior Finance Business Partner ABOUT NICHOLS We're Nichols - the home of Vimto, and there is no other business quite like ours! We have been making life taste better since 1908. Every day here is bursting with flavour - from the loved brands we're proud to share with the world, to the energy, ambition and innovative ideas that fizz through our teams. As well as our refreshingly different Vimto taste, our varied brand portfolio spans the still, carbonated, post-mix and frozen drinks categories - so you will find us in your local supermarket, pub and leisure outlet. We also work with the UK's leading food manufacturers to provide a truly unique range of products that everyone loves. At the heart of everything is our rich family heritage, an unrelenting ambition to keep innovating, and a true pride in who we are. This is a place where you can be yourself, speak up, and get stuck in. We celebrate the wins, cheer each other on and keep things fizzing with positivity. From leaders who listen to teammates who've always got your back, its work that feels as good as it tastes! Nichols is where serious fun meets real opportunities - and where work tastes better. ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY: We're looking for an experienced Senior Finance Business Partner to support our teams in delivering their business KPIs for their route to market for our range of owned and licensed brands. These are all available in a range of distribution outlets, from major grocery stores and wholesalers, to convenience stores and independent retailers. The purpose of the role is to truly partner with the Commercial Director and Management team to be able to provide financial insight to enable effective commercial decision making to support the delivery of existing KPIs and to identify opportunities for future growth both through leveraging our existing portfolio and customer base and through involvement in business acquisitions. Due to the shape and scale of the Business portfolio and customer base along with our external relationships with contract manufacturers and distributors, this is a financially complex area of our business which requires someone who can easily flex from thinking strategically to support our ambitious growth plans to providing absolute granularity of detail when summarising P&L performance and building accurate budgets and forecasts. This is a chance for someone to demonstrate their flexibility and tenacity alongside their ability to engage a wide range of stakeholders with often competing needs. It also provides the opportunity to demonstrate effective leadership through line management. THE ROLE WILL INCLUDE: Financial business partnering to the business area with full Balance Sheet and P&L responsibility Line management responsibility, acting as a guide and a mentor Preparation of budgets and forecasting Finance lead on business acquisition integrations NPI lead & support Support the Commercial Director on full P&L reviews to the Executive board Audit support and preparation work Implement new ways of working in the route to market Comply with External reporting requirements Ad hoc project support e.g. New business tender Support with stock management process Support colleagues covering Commercial, Operations, Marketing, IT and more Completion of month end procedures and relevant reporting Implementation and maintenance of processes and procedures to support the reporting and control of costs Ad hoc commercial reporting Work alongside the Commercial Director and Commercial Management Team ABOUT YOU‿ To make a splash in this role you will be‿ CIMA/ACCA/ACA qualified with business partnering experience gained within an FMCG environment. Naturally analytical and inquiring Happy to work both independently as well as in part of a team Not afraid to proactively challenge others and have your opinion heard - We value everyone's contribution in "finding a better way" Tenacious with strong influencing skills Comfortable operating both strategically and tactically and enjoy variety in your work Keen to develop talent within the team and thrive on working in a fast paced and constantly evolving environment Does this sound like something you'd like to pour your energy in to? Apply today and help us continue to make work taste better. BENEFITS OF WORKING WITH US: 25 days holiday (with opportunity to buy extra every year) Annual Bonus Save as you Earn Share Scheme Option to join our private medical cover scheme AND LET'S NOT FORGET THE PERKS‿ Holiday home stay Your birthday off work 1 day a year off work to volunteer in the community (you choose when and where) Help yourself to our drinks and slush drinks when at one of our sites Staff shop with discounts on our products Apply now if you want a taste of a new career and join Nichols - Where work tastes better. We are committed to being an inclusive employer and are learning what this means every day. We are striving to ensure we are building more diverse teams, we are at our best when we bring together our different life experiences, ways of thinking and individuality. Any job offer is subject to an individual's Right to Work in the UK. Unfortunately, we are unable to sponsor visas.
Jan 09, 2026
Full time
Senior Finance Business Partner ABOUT NICHOLS We're Nichols - the home of Vimto, and there is no other business quite like ours! We have been making life taste better since 1908. Every day here is bursting with flavour - from the loved brands we're proud to share with the world, to the energy, ambition and innovative ideas that fizz through our teams. As well as our refreshingly different Vimto taste, our varied brand portfolio spans the still, carbonated, post-mix and frozen drinks categories - so you will find us in your local supermarket, pub and leisure outlet. We also work with the UK's leading food manufacturers to provide a truly unique range of products that everyone loves. At the heart of everything is our rich family heritage, an unrelenting ambition to keep innovating, and a true pride in who we are. This is a place where you can be yourself, speak up, and get stuck in. We celebrate the wins, cheer each other on and keep things fizzing with positivity. From leaders who listen to teammates who've always got your back, its work that feels as good as it tastes! Nichols is where serious fun meets real opportunities - and where work tastes better. ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY: We're looking for an experienced Senior Finance Business Partner to support our teams in delivering their business KPIs for their route to market for our range of owned and licensed brands. These are all available in a range of distribution outlets, from major grocery stores and wholesalers, to convenience stores and independent retailers. The purpose of the role is to truly partner with the Commercial Director and Management team to be able to provide financial insight to enable effective commercial decision making to support the delivery of existing KPIs and to identify opportunities for future growth both through leveraging our existing portfolio and customer base and through involvement in business acquisitions. Due to the shape and scale of the Business portfolio and customer base along with our external relationships with contract manufacturers and distributors, this is a financially complex area of our business which requires someone who can easily flex from thinking strategically to support our ambitious growth plans to providing absolute granularity of detail when summarising P&L performance and building accurate budgets and forecasts. This is a chance for someone to demonstrate their flexibility and tenacity alongside their ability to engage a wide range of stakeholders with often competing needs. It also provides the opportunity to demonstrate effective leadership through line management. THE ROLE WILL INCLUDE: Financial business partnering to the business area with full Balance Sheet and P&L responsibility Line management responsibility, acting as a guide and a mentor Preparation of budgets and forecasting Finance lead on business acquisition integrations NPI lead & support Support the Commercial Director on full P&L reviews to the Executive board Audit support and preparation work Implement new ways of working in the route to market Comply with External reporting requirements Ad hoc project support e.g. New business tender Support with stock management process Support colleagues covering Commercial, Operations, Marketing, IT and more Completion of month end procedures and relevant reporting Implementation and maintenance of processes and procedures to support the reporting and control of costs Ad hoc commercial reporting Work alongside the Commercial Director and Commercial Management Team ABOUT YOU‿ To make a splash in this role you will be‿ CIMA/ACCA/ACA qualified with business partnering experience gained within an FMCG environment. Naturally analytical and inquiring Happy to work both independently as well as in part of a team Not afraid to proactively challenge others and have your opinion heard - We value everyone's contribution in "finding a better way" Tenacious with strong influencing skills Comfortable operating both strategically and tactically and enjoy variety in your work Keen to develop talent within the team and thrive on working in a fast paced and constantly evolving environment Does this sound like something you'd like to pour your energy in to? Apply today and help us continue to make work taste better. BENEFITS OF WORKING WITH US: 25 days holiday (with opportunity to buy extra every year) Annual Bonus Save as you Earn Share Scheme Option to join our private medical cover scheme AND LET'S NOT FORGET THE PERKS‿ Holiday home stay Your birthday off work 1 day a year off work to volunteer in the community (you choose when and where) Help yourself to our drinks and slush drinks when at one of our sites Staff shop with discounts on our products Apply now if you want a taste of a new career and join Nichols - Where work tastes better. We are committed to being an inclusive employer and are learning what this means every day. We are striving to ensure we are building more diverse teams, we are at our best when we bring together our different life experiences, ways of thinking and individuality. Any job offer is subject to an individual's Right to Work in the UK. Unfortunately, we are unable to sponsor visas.
Senior Commercial Property Solicitor - Competitive Salary - Hybrid Working - Cheltenham We are partnering with a well established Cheltenham based law firm that is looking to appoint a Senior Commercial Property Solicitor, a commercially astute practitioner with solid experience across: Commercial Leasing, Property Acquisitions & Disposals, Landlord & Tenant matters, Development and Site Assembly, Property Finance, and the management of commercial property portfolios. Ideal Pre Requisites 6+ years' PQE Previous experience operating at a senior level (Senior Associate, Legal Director or Partner) within a respected Commercial Property team A strong history of running and developing a varied Commercial Real Estate caseload Exposure to a broad spectrum of commercial property work, such as complex lease work, transactional matters, development projects, refinancing, and general asset management instructions What's on Offer A highly flexible approach to salary, willing to put together an attractive package for the right individual Hybrid working pattern (typically 3 days office based, 2 from home), with room for negotiation A clear and supportive career framework, with transparent criteria for progression The chance to buy into the business at Partner level Sensible and manageable billing expectations (around 5 chargeable hours per day) A strong benefits package, including pension, private medical cover, life assurance, group income protection, and more The firm is known for its friendly and supportive culture, with Partners who genuinely encourage collaboration and maintain an open door ethos. The working environment is professional but down to earth, giving senior lawyers the freedom to shape their practice while feeling backed by a cohesive team. They are open to making a significant senior appointment, considering individuals from Senior Associate through to Director or Partner level. This position would suit a Senior Commercial Property Solicitor seeking greater progression prospects, or someone keen to join a respected firm that values long term career development and invests heavily in its people. To learn more about this opportunity, contact Jack at QED Legal on .
Jan 09, 2026
Full time
Senior Commercial Property Solicitor - Competitive Salary - Hybrid Working - Cheltenham We are partnering with a well established Cheltenham based law firm that is looking to appoint a Senior Commercial Property Solicitor, a commercially astute practitioner with solid experience across: Commercial Leasing, Property Acquisitions & Disposals, Landlord & Tenant matters, Development and Site Assembly, Property Finance, and the management of commercial property portfolios. Ideal Pre Requisites 6+ years' PQE Previous experience operating at a senior level (Senior Associate, Legal Director or Partner) within a respected Commercial Property team A strong history of running and developing a varied Commercial Real Estate caseload Exposure to a broad spectrum of commercial property work, such as complex lease work, transactional matters, development projects, refinancing, and general asset management instructions What's on Offer A highly flexible approach to salary, willing to put together an attractive package for the right individual Hybrid working pattern (typically 3 days office based, 2 from home), with room for negotiation A clear and supportive career framework, with transparent criteria for progression The chance to buy into the business at Partner level Sensible and manageable billing expectations (around 5 chargeable hours per day) A strong benefits package, including pension, private medical cover, life assurance, group income protection, and more The firm is known for its friendly and supportive culture, with Partners who genuinely encourage collaboration and maintain an open door ethos. The working environment is professional but down to earth, giving senior lawyers the freedom to shape their practice while feeling backed by a cohesive team. They are open to making a significant senior appointment, considering individuals from Senior Associate through to Director or Partner level. This position would suit a Senior Commercial Property Solicitor seeking greater progression prospects, or someone keen to join a respected firm that values long term career development and invests heavily in its people. To learn more about this opportunity, contact Jack at QED Legal on .
Finance Business Partner page is loaded Finance Business Partnerlocations: United Kingdomtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR001768# We don't just talk, we do. Lead the change with us. At the Tony Blair Institute for Global Change, we work with political leaders around the world to drive change. We help governments turn bold ideas into reality so they can deliver for their people. We do it by advising on strategy, policy and delivery, unlocking the power of technology across all three. And by sharing what we learn on the ground, so everyone can benefit. We do it to build more open, inclusive and prosperous countries for people everywhere.We are a global team of over 800 changemakers, operating in more than 40 countries, across five continents. We are political strategists, policy experts, delivery practitioners, technology specialists and more. We speak more than 45 languages. We are working on over 100 projects, tackling some of the world's biggest challenges. We're all here at TBI to make a difference.In a world of ever more complex challenges, we believe diversity of background and perspective is a strength. We pride ourselves on a culture that values and nurtures difference. We are dedicated to unlocking potential, not only for the countries we work in but also for each of our team members. No matter where you're from or who you are, if you're passionate about the transformative power of progressive politics, we invite you to build a better future with us.# Role Summary We are seeking a proactive and highly adaptable Finance Business Partner to join our FP&A team, supporting the APAC and MEENA boards. This role covers two regions with complex and different business realities, requiring a strong ability to navigate diverse markets, operating models, and stakeholder needs. The successful candidate will own the FP&A calendar, lead forecasting and reporting, manage the P&L for both regions, and provide insightful financial support to Managing Directors, and finance teams.This position demands both analytical rigour and commercial acumen, combined with the interpersonal skills to translate financial reports into clear business implications ("the so what") and advise senior leaders on the decisions that matter most. Key Responsibilities FP&A Calendar Lead the quarterly forecasting process, ensuring accurate and timely delivery for both APAC and MEENA. Oversee monthly management reporting, including full ownership of the P&L for APAC and MEENA. Actively participate in month-end close processes, including preparation of accruals, prepayments, and other key adjustments to ensure accurate financial results. Coordinate and deliver the annual budgeting process, balancing the unique strategic priorities of each board. Develop tools, models, and dashboards to enhance forecasting accuracy and provide tailored insight by region.Business Partnering Act as a trusted finance business partner to the APAC and MEENA senior leadership, providing clarity on performance and forward-looking analysis that supports decision-making. Go beyond reporting by helping leaders understand "the so what" behind the numbers, translating data into practical insights and actions. Advise Managing Directors and senior stakeholders on key financial and strategic decisions, adapting recommendations to the different commercial realities of each market. Support the development of business cases and commercial projects, ensuring robust financial analysis underpins strategic choices.Project & Regional Support Provide financial oversight on significant projects across the regions. Contribute to project reviews, offering insight into budget adherence, risks, and opportunities. Support client and donor financial management, reporting, and analysis on an ad-hoc basis, ensuring accountability and transparency for external stakeholders. Skills & Experience Strong background in FP&A, financial reporting, and forecasting, ideally across global environments. Experience owning and managing P&L for distinct regions/business units with differing dynamics. Proven ability to influence and support senior leaders, tailoring insights to complex and diverse stakeholder needs. Ability to move beyond data to explain the implications of financial performance ("the so what") and provide clear recommendations. Advanced Excel and financial modelling skills. Proficiency with budget planning and forecasting software/tools. Experience with ERP/BI systems and strong data analysis skills. Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills, with cultural sensitivity and adaptability across APAC and MEENA. Strong commercial mindset, able to evaluate opportunities and build robust business cases. Organised and resilient, with the ability to balance multiple priorities across different time zones and governance structures. Prior experience working in international or multi-regional settings. Qualifications Professional qualification (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CPA, CFA) preferred.Closing Date:2026-01-13# We don't just talk, we do. Lead the change with us. At the Tony Blair Institute for Global Change, we work with political leaders around the world to drive change. We help governments turn bold ideas into reality so they can deliver for their people. We do it by advising on strategy, policy and delivery, unlocking the power of technology across all three. And by sharing what we learn on the ground, so everyone can benefit. We do it to build more open, inclusive and prosperous countries for people everywhere.
Jan 09, 2026
Full time
Finance Business Partner page is loaded Finance Business Partnerlocations: United Kingdomtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR001768# We don't just talk, we do. Lead the change with us. At the Tony Blair Institute for Global Change, we work with political leaders around the world to drive change. We help governments turn bold ideas into reality so they can deliver for their people. We do it by advising on strategy, policy and delivery, unlocking the power of technology across all three. And by sharing what we learn on the ground, so everyone can benefit. We do it to build more open, inclusive and prosperous countries for people everywhere.We are a global team of over 800 changemakers, operating in more than 40 countries, across five continents. We are political strategists, policy experts, delivery practitioners, technology specialists and more. We speak more than 45 languages. We are working on over 100 projects, tackling some of the world's biggest challenges. We're all here at TBI to make a difference.In a world of ever more complex challenges, we believe diversity of background and perspective is a strength. We pride ourselves on a culture that values and nurtures difference. We are dedicated to unlocking potential, not only for the countries we work in but also for each of our team members. No matter where you're from or who you are, if you're passionate about the transformative power of progressive politics, we invite you to build a better future with us.# Role Summary We are seeking a proactive and highly adaptable Finance Business Partner to join our FP&A team, supporting the APAC and MEENA boards. This role covers two regions with complex and different business realities, requiring a strong ability to navigate diverse markets, operating models, and stakeholder needs. The successful candidate will own the FP&A calendar, lead forecasting and reporting, manage the P&L for both regions, and provide insightful financial support to Managing Directors, and finance teams.This position demands both analytical rigour and commercial acumen, combined with the interpersonal skills to translate financial reports into clear business implications ("the so what") and advise senior leaders on the decisions that matter most. Key Responsibilities FP&A Calendar Lead the quarterly forecasting process, ensuring accurate and timely delivery for both APAC and MEENA. Oversee monthly management reporting, including full ownership of the P&L for APAC and MEENA. Actively participate in month-end close processes, including preparation of accruals, prepayments, and other key adjustments to ensure accurate financial results. Coordinate and deliver the annual budgeting process, balancing the unique strategic priorities of each board. Develop tools, models, and dashboards to enhance forecasting accuracy and provide tailored insight by region.Business Partnering Act as a trusted finance business partner to the APAC and MEENA senior leadership, providing clarity on performance and forward-looking analysis that supports decision-making. Go beyond reporting by helping leaders understand "the so what" behind the numbers, translating data into practical insights and actions. Advise Managing Directors and senior stakeholders on key financial and strategic decisions, adapting recommendations to the different commercial realities of each market. Support the development of business cases and commercial projects, ensuring robust financial analysis underpins strategic choices.Project & Regional Support Provide financial oversight on significant projects across the regions. Contribute to project reviews, offering insight into budget adherence, risks, and opportunities. Support client and donor financial management, reporting, and analysis on an ad-hoc basis, ensuring accountability and transparency for external stakeholders. Skills & Experience Strong background in FP&A, financial reporting, and forecasting, ideally across global environments. Experience owning and managing P&L for distinct regions/business units with differing dynamics. Proven ability to influence and support senior leaders, tailoring insights to complex and diverse stakeholder needs. Ability to move beyond data to explain the implications of financial performance ("the so what") and provide clear recommendations. Advanced Excel and financial modelling skills. Proficiency with budget planning and forecasting software/tools. Experience with ERP/BI systems and strong data analysis skills. Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills, with cultural sensitivity and adaptability across APAC and MEENA. Strong commercial mindset, able to evaluate opportunities and build robust business cases. Organised and resilient, with the ability to balance multiple priorities across different time zones and governance structures. Prior experience working in international or multi-regional settings. Qualifications Professional qualification (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CPA, CFA) preferred.Closing Date:2026-01-13# We don't just talk, we do. Lead the change with us. At the Tony Blair Institute for Global Change, we work with political leaders around the world to drive change. We help governments turn bold ideas into reality so they can deliver for their people. We do it by advising on strategy, policy and delivery, unlocking the power of technology across all three. And by sharing what we learn on the ground, so everyone can benefit. We do it to build more open, inclusive and prosperous countries for people everywhere.
Are you an organised and proactive professional with a passion for client service and operational efficiency? Do you enjoy supporting senior leadership, improving internal processes, and working in a dynamic, project-based environment? Would you thrive in a well-established, forward-thinking business where professionalism, confidentiality, and attention to detail are key? We re partnering with a respected, privately-owned company with a long-standing reputation in the built environment. Based in modern offices in Banbury, the business operates across multiple departments including technical, construction, and finance. With a close-knit team culture, their continued success is underpinned by streamlined operations and a commitment to high standards across every area of the business. They are now looking to appoint an experienced Office Manager to act as the glue that holds the day-to-day operations together supporting senior leadership, enhancing internal processes, and ensuring a professional, well-run office environment. This is a varied and hands-on role, ideal for someone who thrives on multi-tasking and takes pride in delivering outstanding internal service. Key Responsibilities Act as the first point of contact for all visitors and guests managing incoming communications and coordinating meeting logistics Welcome and escort guests to meeting rooms; ensure refreshments and boardroom consumables are arranged and replenished Liaise with the premises management company to coordinate facilities issues, including issuing/revoking e-keys and arranging ad hoc cleaning support Maintain a clean, organised, and well-presented office environment at all times Provide administrative and logistical support for the company s fleet of vehicles ensuring legal compliance, insurance, and upkeep Coordinate with the outsourced IT provider to ensure all new starters receive the correct equipment, software access, and systems logins Support the coordination of internal social events including summer and Christmas functions sourcing venues and managing external suppliers Provide confidential PA support to the Managing Director and senior team (Construction, Technical and Finance Directors) including diary management, travel bookings, and processing expenses Skills & Experience A dependable and proactive individual who takes initiative and sees tasks through to completion Positive and professional attitude with a presentable, welcoming manner Highly organised with excellent attention to detail and time management skills Trustworthy and discreet when handling confidential matters and supporting senior leadership Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with confidence in liaising with both internal teams and external suppliers Previous experience in a similar office management, operations, or senior administrative role Comfortable supporting a busy team in an office-based environment with varied responsibilities Benefits: £35,000 £40,000 salary, dependent on experience 5% employer pension contribution Private medical insurance Annual leave allowance 23 days + Birthdays off To express interest in this promising role, kindly forward your latest CV, detailing your present or most recent remuneration package and any notice period you might have. For a discreet, detailed discussion about the role, you can reach out to Daniel Marlow at (phone number removed). Alternatively, connect with us on LinkedIn via the following link: (url removed)/
Jan 09, 2026
Full time
Are you an organised and proactive professional with a passion for client service and operational efficiency? Do you enjoy supporting senior leadership, improving internal processes, and working in a dynamic, project-based environment? Would you thrive in a well-established, forward-thinking business where professionalism, confidentiality, and attention to detail are key? We re partnering with a respected, privately-owned company with a long-standing reputation in the built environment. Based in modern offices in Banbury, the business operates across multiple departments including technical, construction, and finance. With a close-knit team culture, their continued success is underpinned by streamlined operations and a commitment to high standards across every area of the business. They are now looking to appoint an experienced Office Manager to act as the glue that holds the day-to-day operations together supporting senior leadership, enhancing internal processes, and ensuring a professional, well-run office environment. This is a varied and hands-on role, ideal for someone who thrives on multi-tasking and takes pride in delivering outstanding internal service. Key Responsibilities Act as the first point of contact for all visitors and guests managing incoming communications and coordinating meeting logistics Welcome and escort guests to meeting rooms; ensure refreshments and boardroom consumables are arranged and replenished Liaise with the premises management company to coordinate facilities issues, including issuing/revoking e-keys and arranging ad hoc cleaning support Maintain a clean, organised, and well-presented office environment at all times Provide administrative and logistical support for the company s fleet of vehicles ensuring legal compliance, insurance, and upkeep Coordinate with the outsourced IT provider to ensure all new starters receive the correct equipment, software access, and systems logins Support the coordination of internal social events including summer and Christmas functions sourcing venues and managing external suppliers Provide confidential PA support to the Managing Director and senior team (Construction, Technical and Finance Directors) including diary management, travel bookings, and processing expenses Skills & Experience A dependable and proactive individual who takes initiative and sees tasks through to completion Positive and professional attitude with a presentable, welcoming manner Highly organised with excellent attention to detail and time management skills Trustworthy and discreet when handling confidential matters and supporting senior leadership Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with confidence in liaising with both internal teams and external suppliers Previous experience in a similar office management, operations, or senior administrative role Comfortable supporting a busy team in an office-based environment with varied responsibilities Benefits: £35,000 £40,000 salary, dependent on experience 5% employer pension contribution Private medical insurance Annual leave allowance 23 days + Birthdays off To express interest in this promising role, kindly forward your latest CV, detailing your present or most recent remuneration package and any notice period you might have. For a discreet, detailed discussion about the role, you can reach out to Daniel Marlow at (phone number removed). Alternatively, connect with us on LinkedIn via the following link: (url removed)/
Career Choices Dewis Gyrfa Ltd
Great Sankey, Warrington
£56,375 to £69,105 per year, National: £56,375 - £62,830 London: £62,000 - £69,105 For details of our pay on appointment policy, please see below under the heading 'Salary'. Contract Type: Permanent Hours: Full time Disability Confident: Yes Closing Date: 01/02/2026 About this job DEFRA is the UK government department responsible for safeguarding our natural environment, supporting our world-leading food and farming industry, and sustaining a thriving rural economy. Our broad remit means we play a major role in people's day-to-day life, from the food we eat, and the air we breathe, to the water we drink. Defra Group Finance have a G7 role in Business Partnering, supporting the Environment Agency's £5.2bn capital programme, acting as the face of Finance, and taking Finance to the heart of decision making. As a Finance Business Partner your role is to protect value, drive value and add value. Your key responsibility will be to support the Head of Function and their senior leadership team in managing their financial position and implementing their savings, make robust investment decisions and implement their action plans. The roles will involve collaborating with colleagues from across Defra Group Finance and the business areas to deliver successful outcomes. You will also assist in providing insightful financial analysis and establishing a robust challenge to inform decision making and business planning. You will act as the face of Finance to ensure that finance is at the heart of commercial decision making, engaging suppliers in holding to account and securing benefits. As a critical friend to the business, you will ensure stewardship of public funds, efficient and effective use of budgets and play a key role in transformational change. You will provide advice on Directorate budgets, improve forecasting capability of teams and protect the Accounting Officer's interest as outlined in Managing Public Money. Key responsibilities will include but not be limited to: Leading a team of SEO Business Partners who use a variety of skills and techniques, encouraging and motivating the team to deliver at pace and to a high standard. Build and sustain a reputation amongst senior stakeholders as an indispensable, high quality source of expertise on strategic business affairs. Provide financial input to strategy development from the outset, supporting and advising as part of the decision-making process. Taking the outputs from management accounts and using these to facilitate discussions on the direction of travel and management of financial risk, providing financial analysis and the identification of risk & opportunities. Support customers with financial planning and budgeting, ensuring they are as prepared as possible for the future requirements, for example Spending Reviews. Challenge and support the business to enhance decision-making and increase performance. Ensuring input to key finance activities, such as Defra's Annual Report and Accounts, is timely, accurate and that relevant interim and end year information is provided. Build strong relationships with colleagues from across Finance and the wider Department to provide a joined up service. Support key portfolios of work. This could be functional based such as key projects, programmes or for cross cutting Finance services. Provide financial scrutiny of investment proposals including support to Project assurance groups. Provide expert finance advice and resolving queries from stakeholders (NAO, HMT, Cabinet Office and external delivery partners. Monitor and provide advice on compliance with financial policy and accountabilities as outlined in Managing Public Money, ensuring appropriate financial controls are in place. Play a key role in shaping the finance service by leading improvement projects. Work with all stakeholders to develop enhanced reporting via Qlik and live capital reporting solutions. Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme Jobs are provided by the Find a Job Service from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP).
Jan 09, 2026
Full time
£56,375 to £69,105 per year, National: £56,375 - £62,830 London: £62,000 - £69,105 For details of our pay on appointment policy, please see below under the heading 'Salary'. Contract Type: Permanent Hours: Full time Disability Confident: Yes Closing Date: 01/02/2026 About this job DEFRA is the UK government department responsible for safeguarding our natural environment, supporting our world-leading food and farming industry, and sustaining a thriving rural economy. Our broad remit means we play a major role in people's day-to-day life, from the food we eat, and the air we breathe, to the water we drink. Defra Group Finance have a G7 role in Business Partnering, supporting the Environment Agency's £5.2bn capital programme, acting as the face of Finance, and taking Finance to the heart of decision making. As a Finance Business Partner your role is to protect value, drive value and add value. Your key responsibility will be to support the Head of Function and their senior leadership team in managing their financial position and implementing their savings, make robust investment decisions and implement their action plans. The roles will involve collaborating with colleagues from across Defra Group Finance and the business areas to deliver successful outcomes. You will also assist in providing insightful financial analysis and establishing a robust challenge to inform decision making and business planning. You will act as the face of Finance to ensure that finance is at the heart of commercial decision making, engaging suppliers in holding to account and securing benefits. As a critical friend to the business, you will ensure stewardship of public funds, efficient and effective use of budgets and play a key role in transformational change. You will provide advice on Directorate budgets, improve forecasting capability of teams and protect the Accounting Officer's interest as outlined in Managing Public Money. Key responsibilities will include but not be limited to: Leading a team of SEO Business Partners who use a variety of skills and techniques, encouraging and motivating the team to deliver at pace and to a high standard. Build and sustain a reputation amongst senior stakeholders as an indispensable, high quality source of expertise on strategic business affairs. Provide financial input to strategy development from the outset, supporting and advising as part of the decision-making process. Taking the outputs from management accounts and using these to facilitate discussions on the direction of travel and management of financial risk, providing financial analysis and the identification of risk & opportunities. Support customers with financial planning and budgeting, ensuring they are as prepared as possible for the future requirements, for example Spending Reviews. Challenge and support the business to enhance decision-making and increase performance. Ensuring input to key finance activities, such as Defra's Annual Report and Accounts, is timely, accurate and that relevant interim and end year information is provided. Build strong relationships with colleagues from across Finance and the wider Department to provide a joined up service. Support key portfolios of work. This could be functional based such as key projects, programmes or for cross cutting Finance services. Provide financial scrutiny of investment proposals including support to Project assurance groups. Provide expert finance advice and resolving queries from stakeholders (NAO, HMT, Cabinet Office and external delivery partners. Monitor and provide advice on compliance with financial policy and accountabilities as outlined in Managing Public Money, ensuring appropriate financial controls are in place. Play a key role in shaping the finance service by leading improvement projects. Work with all stakeholders to develop enhanced reporting via Qlik and live capital reporting solutions. Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme Jobs are provided by the Find a Job Service from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP).
Hybrid with 1 - 2 days per week in London (Camberwell) and some occasional travel Ref: EDCR-261 Join Us as Executive Director of Corporate Resources We are seeking an exceptional leader to join us as Executive Director of Corporate Resources. In this pivotal role, you will provide strategic leadership and operational management for our Finance, IT, Central Services (including property & facilities, Health and Safety, and Office Management), Data Protection/Information Security, procurement, and contract management functions. About the Role As Executive Director of Corporate Resources, you will play a key role in supporting the CEO, Board, and Leadership Team to deliver our vision and strategic aims, with a primary emphasis on financial leadership. You will act as a trusted advisor, lead critical projects and programmes, and ensure the smooth running of essential organisational services. Key Responsibilities Advise the CEO and Board on policy and strategic decisions relating to Corporate Resources Lead, manage, and develop the Finance function, ensuring robust financial planning, management, reporting, and compliance Oversee IT strategy and provision, ensuring technology meets organisational needs and information security standards Lead Central Services, including property and facilities management, procurement, health & safety, and administration Provide timely, accurate financial information and analysis to support decision-making Develop a culture of business partnering, customer focus, and continuous improvement Lead major projects and financial sustainability initiatives About You We re looking for someone who: Qualified accountant (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA) Significant experience managing finance teams in a complex organisation (ideally charity/public sector, £20m+ income) Proven track record of leading corporate services (finance, IT, property, facilities, admin) Experience managing multiple income streams and ensuring effective cost recovery Strong understanding of property management, health & safety, and risk Experience in strategic project and programme management Able to influence and advise senior colleagues and Boards Role Details Location: Flexible/Hybrid with national travel Hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week Salary: £89,000 pa (inclusive of London weighting if applicable) Holiday: 30 days + bank holidays DBS: Basic DBS check required Recruitment Timeline Application Deadline : 9:00am on 26 January 2026 Interview Date: 4 February 2026 In return, you can expect a competitive salary, generous leave allowance, staff pension, flexible working, a mentoring programme, an advice and counselling service, season ticket loan and much more. We are an equity and inclusion confident employer. We welcome all applications and we particularly encourage applications from people of the global majority (black, brown, multi- heritage ) and those who identify as disabled, neuroexpansive, neurodiverse, with any protected characteristics and/or social barriers or challenges. We value the empowering and informative impact that all lived experiences and diversity of thought can offer the organisation. St Giles will guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria set out in the Job Description for the vacancy.
Jan 09, 2026
Full time
Hybrid with 1 - 2 days per week in London (Camberwell) and some occasional travel Ref: EDCR-261 Join Us as Executive Director of Corporate Resources We are seeking an exceptional leader to join us as Executive Director of Corporate Resources. In this pivotal role, you will provide strategic leadership and operational management for our Finance, IT, Central Services (including property & facilities, Health and Safety, and Office Management), Data Protection/Information Security, procurement, and contract management functions. About the Role As Executive Director of Corporate Resources, you will play a key role in supporting the CEO, Board, and Leadership Team to deliver our vision and strategic aims, with a primary emphasis on financial leadership. You will act as a trusted advisor, lead critical projects and programmes, and ensure the smooth running of essential organisational services. Key Responsibilities Advise the CEO and Board on policy and strategic decisions relating to Corporate Resources Lead, manage, and develop the Finance function, ensuring robust financial planning, management, reporting, and compliance Oversee IT strategy and provision, ensuring technology meets organisational needs and information security standards Lead Central Services, including property and facilities management, procurement, health & safety, and administration Provide timely, accurate financial information and analysis to support decision-making Develop a culture of business partnering, customer focus, and continuous improvement Lead major projects and financial sustainability initiatives About You We re looking for someone who: Qualified accountant (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA) Significant experience managing finance teams in a complex organisation (ideally charity/public sector, £20m+ income) Proven track record of leading corporate services (finance, IT, property, facilities, admin) Experience managing multiple income streams and ensuring effective cost recovery Strong understanding of property management, health & safety, and risk Experience in strategic project and programme management Able to influence and advise senior colleagues and Boards Role Details Location: Flexible/Hybrid with national travel Hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week Salary: £89,000 pa (inclusive of London weighting if applicable) Holiday: 30 days + bank holidays DBS: Basic DBS check required Recruitment Timeline Application Deadline : 9:00am on 26 January 2026 Interview Date: 4 February 2026 In return, you can expect a competitive salary, generous leave allowance, staff pension, flexible working, a mentoring programme, an advice and counselling service, season ticket loan and much more. We are an equity and inclusion confident employer. We welcome all applications and we particularly encourage applications from people of the global majority (black, brown, multi- heritage ) and those who identify as disabled, neuroexpansive, neurodiverse, with any protected characteristics and/or social barriers or challenges. We value the empowering and informative impact that all lived experiences and diversity of thought can offer the organisation. St Giles will guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria set out in the Job Description for the vacancy.
Role: Finance Partner Location: The Royal Court Theatre, London Contract: Full time, Permanent Salary: £37,065.60 (gross) per annum The Royal Court Theatre has an exciting opportunity for someone to join the Finance Team as a Finance Partner The Finance Partner provides day-to-day financial management, reporting and business partnering support across the Royal Court Theatre (English Stage Company Ltd or ESC), a charity with two commercial companies. The role works closely with the Finance Manager, Finance Director and Bar and Kitchen General Manager as well as other departmental managers to ensure financial information is accurate, timely and fit for purpose. A key focus will be the Catering Company. You will support robust financial controls, deliver key payroll and banking processes, and help maintain an effective operational link between the Catering subsidiary and charity, enabling informed decision-making and strong financial stewardship. Keeping up to date with finance and payroll software advances and integrations, the Finance Partner will also review and report on efficiencies and improvements across our finance functions. The successful candidate will: Strong working knowledge of payroll processes, including pensions, PAYE, NI and statutory compliance. Proactive and solutions-focused, with the confidence to identify and suggest process improvements Experience of using accounting systems such as Xero and related finance tools Collaborative approach, with the ability to build positive working relationships across teams
Jan 09, 2026
Full time
Role: Finance Partner Location: The Royal Court Theatre, London Contract: Full time, Permanent Salary: £37,065.60 (gross) per annum The Royal Court Theatre has an exciting opportunity for someone to join the Finance Team as a Finance Partner The Finance Partner provides day-to-day financial management, reporting and business partnering support across the Royal Court Theatre (English Stage Company Ltd or ESC), a charity with two commercial companies. The role works closely with the Finance Manager, Finance Director and Bar and Kitchen General Manager as well as other departmental managers to ensure financial information is accurate, timely and fit for purpose. A key focus will be the Catering Company. You will support robust financial controls, deliver key payroll and banking processes, and help maintain an effective operational link between the Catering subsidiary and charity, enabling informed decision-making and strong financial stewardship. Keeping up to date with finance and payroll software advances and integrations, the Finance Partner will also review and report on efficiencies and improvements across our finance functions. The successful candidate will: Strong working knowledge of payroll processes, including pensions, PAYE, NI and statutory compliance. Proactive and solutions-focused, with the confidence to identify and suggest process improvements Experience of using accounting systems such as Xero and related finance tools Collaborative approach, with the ability to build positive working relationships across teams
FINANCE MANAGER ENFIELD (OFFICE BASED) UP TO 60,000 BASE + BONUS + HEALTHCARE + BENEFITS THE OPPORTUNITY: We're exclusively partnering with a highly successful industrial focused business in Enfield that is modernising its finance function. The company is seeking an experienced Finance Manager to lead the day-to-day running of the finance team, while also delivering hands-on management accounting, business partnering, and systems improvement. This is a fantastic opportunity for a qualified professional with manufacturing / engineering / Wholesale / Logistics (or similar) experience that is keen to join a fast-growing business. Candidates with the right experience operating at Finance Manager, Senior Management Accountant, Financial Controller or Finance Business Partner level will be considered. THE FINANCE MANAGER ROLE: Reporting to the Managing Director (with solid mentoring and support from them), you'll take responsibility for the day-to-day management of the finance department, leading and developing a team of 3. Bringing the Management Accounts function inhouse, implementing the month-end process and preparing the monthly management accounts. Deliver insightful MI analysis and provide Finance Business Partner support to key operational departments. Full ownership of cashflow management, budgeting, and forecasting processes. Oversee weekly and monthly payroll. Drive the migration to upgrade the accounting system, modernising and streamlining finance processes. Partner with operational and commercial leads to provide financial insight, challenge, and support decision-making. Responsible for Year End, External Audit and Statutory submissions, in collaboration with the external practice. Review and refine the company's bonus scheme and reward model. Processing VAT returns Support the Group Finance Director with ad hoc analysis, projects, and reporting THE PERSON Qualified (ACA / ACCA / CIMA), with experience in an industrial industry such as Manufacturing, engineering, logistics, construction, retail, wholesale etc. Ideally experience in an SME Must have experience leading a small team, within a similar role, such as Senior Management Accountant, Financial Controller, Head of Finance, Finance Business Partner or Finance Manager Must have experience of producing management accounts Track record / experience of systems migration / implementation Strong business partnering and communication skills to influence non-finance stakeholders TO APPLY: Please send your CV for the Finance Manager/Financial Controller/Management Accountant role via the advert for consideration. By sending an application or applying for a job, you consent to your personal data being processed and stored by Get Recruited (UK) Ltd in accordance with our Cookie & Privacy Policy (available in the footer on our website). Get Recruited (UK) Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and as an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. We are an equal opportunities employer and we never charge candidates a fee for our services.
Jan 09, 2026
Full time
FINANCE MANAGER ENFIELD (OFFICE BASED) UP TO 60,000 BASE + BONUS + HEALTHCARE + BENEFITS THE OPPORTUNITY: We're exclusively partnering with a highly successful industrial focused business in Enfield that is modernising its finance function. The company is seeking an experienced Finance Manager to lead the day-to-day running of the finance team, while also delivering hands-on management accounting, business partnering, and systems improvement. This is a fantastic opportunity for a qualified professional with manufacturing / engineering / Wholesale / Logistics (or similar) experience that is keen to join a fast-growing business. Candidates with the right experience operating at Finance Manager, Senior Management Accountant, Financial Controller or Finance Business Partner level will be considered. THE FINANCE MANAGER ROLE: Reporting to the Managing Director (with solid mentoring and support from them), you'll take responsibility for the day-to-day management of the finance department, leading and developing a team of 3. Bringing the Management Accounts function inhouse, implementing the month-end process and preparing the monthly management accounts. Deliver insightful MI analysis and provide Finance Business Partner support to key operational departments. Full ownership of cashflow management, budgeting, and forecasting processes. Oversee weekly and monthly payroll. Drive the migration to upgrade the accounting system, modernising and streamlining finance processes. Partner with operational and commercial leads to provide financial insight, challenge, and support decision-making. Responsible for Year End, External Audit and Statutory submissions, in collaboration with the external practice. Review and refine the company's bonus scheme and reward model. Processing VAT returns Support the Group Finance Director with ad hoc analysis, projects, and reporting THE PERSON Qualified (ACA / ACCA / CIMA), with experience in an industrial industry such as Manufacturing, engineering, logistics, construction, retail, wholesale etc. Ideally experience in an SME Must have experience leading a small team, within a similar role, such as Senior Management Accountant, Financial Controller, Head of Finance, Finance Business Partner or Finance Manager Must have experience of producing management accounts Track record / experience of systems migration / implementation Strong business partnering and communication skills to influence non-finance stakeholders TO APPLY: Please send your CV for the Finance Manager/Financial Controller/Management Accountant role via the advert for consideration. By sending an application or applying for a job, you consent to your personal data being processed and stored by Get Recruited (UK) Ltd in accordance with our Cookie & Privacy Policy (available in the footer on our website). Get Recruited (UK) Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and as an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. We are an equal opportunities employer and we never charge candidates a fee for our services.
