Are you a dynamic leader with a passion for people and performance? We're looking for a highly motivated and experienced individual to join as General Practice Manager in our clients' thriving team in their Suffolk headquarters. This is your chance to make a real impact-guiding teams, managing client relationships, and shaping the future success of our client. Why join this firm - what's in it for you? An extremely competitive salary and benefits package including flexible working, hybrid working, income protection, medical plan, tax efficient pension, enhanced maternity pay - and much more. Supportive, collaborative team culture; open door policy at all levels. Modern office environment with flexible working options Clear opportunities for professional development and career progression; many of the management team started as trainees and will be on hand to assist in your progression. Your Role: As Manager for the General Practice team, you'll be the driving force behind the smooth running of our client's operations. You'll: Lead and support staff through effective workload allocation, training, and performance reviews Enhance internal processes to deliver exceptional client service Act as a trusted point of contact for clients, resolving queries promptly and professionally Partner with leadership on strategic planning, compliance, and business development Ensure adherence to regulatory standards and professional guidelines Minimum experience needed: Proven management experience within an accountancy practice or professional services environment Sound accounting and CT experience to all the latest legislations Strong organisational and time-management skills Ability to lead, motivate, and develop a team Excellent client relationship management skills Knowledge of accountancy practice operations and compliance requirements Desirable skills to add weight to your application: Minimum AAT/ACA/ACCA qualification or equivalent experience Familiarity with accounting and practice management software Ready to Take the Next Step? If you're a proactive leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment with the minimum experience, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and be instrumental in shaping the future of our client!
Mar 14, 2026
Full time
Are you a dynamic leader with a passion for people and performance? We're looking for a highly motivated and experienced individual to join as General Practice Manager in our clients' thriving team in their Suffolk headquarters. This is your chance to make a real impact-guiding teams, managing client relationships, and shaping the future success of our client. Why join this firm - what's in it for you? An extremely competitive salary and benefits package including flexible working, hybrid working, income protection, medical plan, tax efficient pension, enhanced maternity pay - and much more. Supportive, collaborative team culture; open door policy at all levels. Modern office environment with flexible working options Clear opportunities for professional development and career progression; many of the management team started as trainees and will be on hand to assist in your progression. Your Role: As Manager for the General Practice team, you'll be the driving force behind the smooth running of our client's operations. You'll: Lead and support staff through effective workload allocation, training, and performance reviews Enhance internal processes to deliver exceptional client service Act as a trusted point of contact for clients, resolving queries promptly and professionally Partner with leadership on strategic planning, compliance, and business development Ensure adherence to regulatory standards and professional guidelines Minimum experience needed: Proven management experience within an accountancy practice or professional services environment Sound accounting and CT experience to all the latest legislations Strong organisational and time-management skills Ability to lead, motivate, and develop a team Excellent client relationship management skills Knowledge of accountancy practice operations and compliance requirements Desirable skills to add weight to your application: Minimum AAT/ACA/ACCA qualification or equivalent experience Familiarity with accounting and practice management software Ready to Take the Next Step? If you're a proactive leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment with the minimum experience, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and be instrumental in shaping the future of our client!
Your new company This is an exciting opportunity to join a leading independent firm of Chartered Accountants based in Glasgow, known for its dynamic approach and commitment to delivering exceptional client service. The firm has built a strong reputation across Scotland and beyond, offering a comprehensive range of accountancy, audit, tax, and advisory services. As part of its strategic growth, the firm is seeking a visionary Head of Corporate Finance to lead and expand its thriving advisory division. This is a rare chance to join a business that blends tradition with innovation, and where entrepreneurial thinking is actively encouraged. Your new role As Head of Corporate Finance, you will take charge of a high-performing team, driving deal origination and execution across a diverse portfolio of transactions including mergers and acquisitions, disposals, management buyouts, fundraising, and strategic advisory. You will be responsible for shaping the firm's corporate finance strategy, building strong relationships with clients, intermediaries, and stakeholders, and identifying new business opportunities. This leadership role demands both technical excellence and commercial acumen, with the scope to influence the future direction of the firm's advisory services. What you'll need to succeed You will be a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or equivalent) with significant experience in corporate finance, ideally gained within a professional services or boutique advisory environment. A proven track record of leading transactions from inception to completion is essential, along with strong client-facing skills and the ability to inspire and develop a team. Strategic thinking, commercial awareness, and a passion for delivering value to clients will set you apart. Experience in the Scottish market is advantageous but not essential. What you'll get in return This role offers a unique opportunity to join the senior leadership team of a respected and ambitious firm. You'll benefit from a competitive salary and bonus structure, flexible working arrangements, and a supportive culture that values innovation and collaboration. The firm is committed to professional development and offers genuine scope for progression, making this an ideal move for someone looking to make a lasting impact in the corporate finance space. What you need to do now If you're ready to take the next step in your career and lead corporate finance at one of Scotland's most forward-thinking accountancy firms, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now through Hays or contact us for a confidential discussion about the role and your suitability. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
Mar 14, 2026
Full time
Your new company This is an exciting opportunity to join a leading independent firm of Chartered Accountants based in Glasgow, known for its dynamic approach and commitment to delivering exceptional client service. The firm has built a strong reputation across Scotland and beyond, offering a comprehensive range of accountancy, audit, tax, and advisory services. As part of its strategic growth, the firm is seeking a visionary Head of Corporate Finance to lead and expand its thriving advisory division. This is a rare chance to join a business that blends tradition with innovation, and where entrepreneurial thinking is actively encouraged. Your new role As Head of Corporate Finance, you will take charge of a high-performing team, driving deal origination and execution across a diverse portfolio of transactions including mergers and acquisitions, disposals, management buyouts, fundraising, and strategic advisory. You will be responsible for shaping the firm's corporate finance strategy, building strong relationships with clients, intermediaries, and stakeholders, and identifying new business opportunities. This leadership role demands both technical excellence and commercial acumen, with the scope to influence the future direction of the firm's advisory services. What you'll need to succeed You will be a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or equivalent) with significant experience in corporate finance, ideally gained within a professional services or boutique advisory environment. A proven track record of leading transactions from inception to completion is essential, along with strong client-facing skills and the ability to inspire and develop a team. Strategic thinking, commercial awareness, and a passion for delivering value to clients will set you apart. Experience in the Scottish market is advantageous but not essential. What you'll get in return This role offers a unique opportunity to join the senior leadership team of a respected and ambitious firm. You'll benefit from a competitive salary and bonus structure, flexible working arrangements, and a supportive culture that values innovation and collaboration. The firm is committed to professional development and offers genuine scope for progression, making this an ideal move for someone looking to make a lasting impact in the corporate finance space. What you need to do now If you're ready to take the next step in your career and lead corporate finance at one of Scotland's most forward-thinking accountancy firms, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now through Hays or contact us for a confidential discussion about the role and your suitability. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
An exceptional opportunity has arisen for an experienced finance professional to join a leading financial organisation in London as Assistant Vice President, Financial Reporting and Control within the Treasury function. This pivotal role offers you the chance to play a key part in managing operational cash balances, supporting treasury planning, and ensuring robust financial controls are maintained across the business. What you'll do: Oversee the management of operational cash balances by monitoring inflows and outflows to ensure optimal liquidity levels are maintained at all times. Prepare comprehensive daily and monthly treasury reports, including cash and cash equivalents statements as well as month-end summaries for senior leadership and risk teams. Undertake foreign exchange hedging activities by placing FX forward contracts as part of the group's ongoing hedging programme to mitigate currency risk exposure. Support the Treasury Manager on day-to-day matters by maintaining clear two-way communication channels that help deliver finance department objectives efficiently. Maintain strong relationships with external banking partners and other treasury-related counterparties to facilitate smooth transaction processing and account management. Facilitate regular meetings with key stakeholders such as the CFO, Head of Finance, Treasury Manager, Executive Director of Finance, and Risk teams to review investment portfolios and discuss treasury performance. Assist in annual reviews of treasury policies and capital management guidelines by providing input on necessary updates based on evolving business needs or regulatory requirements. Manage intercompany settlements by ensuring timely transfer of funds between entities and accurate posting of general ledger journals related to these transactions. Handle interest receivable processes through placement of deposits and corresponding general ledger bookings to maximise returns on surplus funds. Provide support for legal entity functions when required by offering treasury expertise during audits or special projects. What you bring: A bachelor's degree in finance or a related discipline combined with at least five years' experience in a similar financial reporting or treasury role within a corporate environment is essential for success in this position. Demonstrated understanding of cash management principles and liquidity planning would be advantageous for effectively overseeing operational balances. Experience working within a three lines of defence (3LoD) control framework or familiarity with cashflow forecasting techniques would be beneficial but not mandatory. Advanced proficiency in financial systems such as Oracle, Excel, PowerBI or similar platforms is required for efficient data analysis and reporting tasks. Apply today by clicking on the link provided. Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates
Mar 14, 2026
Full time
An exceptional opportunity has arisen for an experienced finance professional to join a leading financial organisation in London as Assistant Vice President, Financial Reporting and Control within the Treasury function. This pivotal role offers you the chance to play a key part in managing operational cash balances, supporting treasury planning, and ensuring robust financial controls are maintained across the business. What you'll do: Oversee the management of operational cash balances by monitoring inflows and outflows to ensure optimal liquidity levels are maintained at all times. Prepare comprehensive daily and monthly treasury reports, including cash and cash equivalents statements as well as month-end summaries for senior leadership and risk teams. Undertake foreign exchange hedging activities by placing FX forward contracts as part of the group's ongoing hedging programme to mitigate currency risk exposure. Support the Treasury Manager on day-to-day matters by maintaining clear two-way communication channels that help deliver finance department objectives efficiently. Maintain strong relationships with external banking partners and other treasury-related counterparties to facilitate smooth transaction processing and account management. Facilitate regular meetings with key stakeholders such as the CFO, Head of Finance, Treasury Manager, Executive Director of Finance, and Risk teams to review investment portfolios and discuss treasury performance. Assist in annual reviews of treasury policies and capital management guidelines by providing input on necessary updates based on evolving business needs or regulatory requirements. Manage intercompany settlements by ensuring timely transfer of funds between entities and accurate posting of general ledger journals related to these transactions. Handle interest receivable processes through placement of deposits and corresponding general ledger bookings to maximise returns on surplus funds. Provide support for legal entity functions when required by offering treasury expertise during audits or special projects. What you bring: A bachelor's degree in finance or a related discipline combined with at least five years' experience in a similar financial reporting or treasury role within a corporate environment is essential for success in this position. Demonstrated understanding of cash management principles and liquidity planning would be advantageous for effectively overseeing operational balances. Experience working within a three lines of defence (3LoD) control framework or familiarity with cashflow forecasting techniques would be beneficial but not mandatory. Advanced proficiency in financial systems such as Oracle, Excel, PowerBI or similar platforms is required for efficient data analysis and reporting tasks. Apply today by clicking on the link provided. Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates
Description The Supervisor Plus role is new to Butlin's and presents an amazing opportunity. This individual will be the main point of contact for team during their working day and the individual ensuring that standards are checked and compliance is high across the department. They are the hands on operational driver of success. Reporting to the Manager, the Supervisor Plus will ensure daily operational plans are fulfilled by ensuring that relevant tasks and objectives are being carried out by the team and that team are in the right place at the right time to ensure we can manage fluctuating guest demand whilst keeping operational standards and guest experience high. The Supervisor Plus will cover accommodation primarily on our intake days on Monday and Friday and will work flexibly across departments where needed for the remainder of the week, focusing attentions where we need to ensure standards are high and our that our guests receive an amazing experience. The Monday and Friday requirement in accommodation is the minimum, but the Supervisor Plus may support outside of these days based on operational requirements. You will support and coach the team to ensure the deliver a great experience and are also driving any key targets such as add on sales or promotions. All Supervisor Plus Accountabilities Be the operational hands on person, ensuring that team are working effectively on all key tasks and objectives. This will vary based on the department you are based. Ensuring team are being coached to deliver key targets linked to the department - e.g. retail upselling Responsibility for CAFF audits in accommodation Responsibility for other departmental audits based on the area based e.g. sales targets/ perfect serve etc. Driving add on sales and promotions where appropriate Ensuring all stock/ proposition is available for guests. Monitoring consistent delivery of a quality guest experience in line with brand/venue guidelines. Ensuring any guest feedback is captured. Monitors NPS and takes action where possible on guest feedback. Coach and develop the team to ensure departmental plans are met. Be a champion of the Butlin's Values and Leadership Behaviours. Ensure we always have a focus on RPRPRT in the way we rota team. Be the champion for communication in your area, ensuring that key communication is always delivered from Managers to teams and that plans are executed effectively. Build and maintain strong relationships across the resort, other resorts, and Butlins central support teams. Responsibility, where required, for people support of the department, including all people tasks from onboarding through the employee life cycle. Employee life cycle refers to PDP's, performance management, required training, and any formal HR process. Be the front facing, operational delivery responsible person - turning audits and observations into action. Role Details: Supervisor Plus - Buffets Key Focus Areas Outside of Accommodation As part of the wider resort leadership team, the Supervisor Plus will also support operational excellence within our Buffets venues. The following areas outline the core expectations and focus points: 1. Food Safety Champion Lead by example in maintaining the highest standards of food safety and hygiene. Ensure all team members follow correct procedures, including temperature checks, allergen management, safe food handling, and cleaning routines. Support regular compliance audits and immediately address any issues or risks. Promote a culture where food safety is everyone's responsibility. 2. Creating a Warm, Welcoming Dining Experience Ensure guests are greeted with a friendly, attentive, and personalised welcome that reflects the Butlin's brand. Maintain an environment where families feel comfortable, relaxed, and well looked after. Step in to support guest queries and resolve issues promptly with empathy and professionalism. Role-model exceptional service standards to the team at all times. 3. Bay Replenishment & Food Quality Oversee the smooth, timely replenishment of all food bays to maintain steady availability of hot and cold items. Work closely with kitchen teams to ensure portions, presentation, and temperatures meet quality expectations. Anticipate busy periods and adjust staffing or replenishment flow to avoid delays or shortages. Ensure the buffet always looks abundant, clean, and appealing to guests. 4. Coaching & Developing the Team Provide on-shift coaching to help team members build confidence and capability. Offer feedback that is constructive, timely, and focused on both performance and behaviour. Support training of new starters, ensuring they understand buffet standards, guest interaction expectations, and food safety practices. Build a positive team culture where everyone feels valued, supported, and encouraged to grow. Supervisor Plus - Bars & Shops Key Focus Areas Outside of Accommodation In addition to their responsibilities within the Accommodation team, the Supervisor Plus will also support the smooth operation and commercial performance of our Bars & Shops venues. The following areas outline the core responsibilities and focus points for this part of the role: 1. Coaching & Developing the Team Support team members in delivering exceptional guest experience across all Bars & Shops locations. Provide powerful coaching conversations on-shift focused on service confidence, great guest interactions, and consistent delivery of brand standards. Develop team capability in sales behaviours, including upselling, cross-selling, and product knowledge. Create a motivating, supportive environment where team members feel confident to engage guests and drive results. 2. Driving Sales & Spend Per Head Actively drive revenue by supporting the team to maximise Spend Per Head through: B-Serve: Encouraging efficient ordering and guest confidence using the platform. Team behaviours: Coaching strong suggestive selling and product recommendations. RPRPRT: Reinforcing the "Right Product, Right Place, Right Time" philosophy to ensure guests always have access to what they want, when they want it. Celebrate sales successes and share best practice to help the team continually improve. 3. Reducing Queues & Dynamic Deployment Monitor guest flow and proactively move team members to where they are needed most. Reduce queues by adjusting roles on the spot, or repositioning team during peak times. Ensure guests experience minimal waiting and consistent, high-quality service. Support an agile, guest led way of working where the team responds quickly to changing demands. 4. Good Stock Practices Maintain strong stock control across Bars & Shops venues, ensuring availability without overstocking. Support accurate stock rotation, waste reduction, and compliance with stock handling procedures. Work with venue leadership to monitor variances and reinforce good habits with the team. 5. Operating in Line with Brand Standards Ensure venues are opened, operated, and closed following Butlin's brand standards and operational procedures. Maintain a safe, clean, well-presented environment at all times. Support the team in delivering consistent product quality, accurate transactions, and great guest interactions. Carry out on-shift checks to ensure compliance, guest satisfaction, and operational readiness. Supervisor Plus - Restaurants & QSRs Key Focus Areas Outside of Accommodation In addition to their Accommodation responsibilities, the Supervisor Plus will support the smooth and guest focused operation of our Restaurants and Quick Service Restaurants (QSRs). The following areas outline the key expectations for this part of the role: 1. Championing Food Safety Lead by example in consistently applying food safety and hygiene standards. Ensure all team members follow correct procedures, including allergen management, temperature checks, and appropriate cleaning cycles. Support compliance checks throughout service, swiftly acting on any issues. Foster a culture where food safety is understood, valued, and upheld by every team member. 2. Delivering a Warm, Welcoming Dining Experience Ensure every guest receives a friendly, engaging welcome that sets the tone for their meal. Create a relaxed, family friendly environment where guests feel supported and well looked after. Step in to resolve concerns quickly and confidently, maintaining a problems solving mindset. Demonstrate exceptional service behaviours for the team to model. 3. Coaching & Developing the Team Provide on shift coaching to support effective floor management, guest interaction, and service flow. Develop team capability in confidently engaging with guests, anticipating needs, and delivering smooth, attentive service. Support new team members with structured introductions to service standards and guest service expectations. Encourage a culture of continuous improvement, confidence, and positivity. 4 . click apply for full job details
Mar 14, 2026
Full time
Description The Supervisor Plus role is new to Butlin's and presents an amazing opportunity. This individual will be the main point of contact for team during their working day and the individual ensuring that standards are checked and compliance is high across the department. They are the hands on operational driver of success. Reporting to the Manager, the Supervisor Plus will ensure daily operational plans are fulfilled by ensuring that relevant tasks and objectives are being carried out by the team and that team are in the right place at the right time to ensure we can manage fluctuating guest demand whilst keeping operational standards and guest experience high. The Supervisor Plus will cover accommodation primarily on our intake days on Monday and Friday and will work flexibly across departments where needed for the remainder of the week, focusing attentions where we need to ensure standards are high and our that our guests receive an amazing experience. The Monday and Friday requirement in accommodation is the minimum, but the Supervisor Plus may support outside of these days based on operational requirements. You will support and coach the team to ensure the deliver a great experience and are also driving any key targets such as add on sales or promotions. All Supervisor Plus Accountabilities Be the operational hands on person, ensuring that team are working effectively on all key tasks and objectives. This will vary based on the department you are based. Ensuring team are being coached to deliver key targets linked to the department - e.g. retail upselling Responsibility for CAFF audits in accommodation Responsibility for other departmental audits based on the area based e.g. sales targets/ perfect serve etc. Driving add on sales and promotions where appropriate Ensuring all stock/ proposition is available for guests. Monitoring consistent delivery of a quality guest experience in line with brand/venue guidelines. Ensuring any guest feedback is captured. Monitors NPS and takes action where possible on guest feedback. Coach and develop the team to ensure departmental plans are met. Be a champion of the Butlin's Values and Leadership Behaviours. Ensure we always have a focus on RPRPRT in the way we rota team. Be the champion for communication in your area, ensuring that key communication is always delivered from Managers to teams and that plans are executed effectively. Build and maintain strong relationships across the resort, other resorts, and Butlins central support teams. Responsibility, where required, for people support of the department, including all people tasks from onboarding through the employee life cycle. Employee life cycle refers to PDP's, performance management, required training, and any formal HR process. Be the front facing, operational delivery responsible person - turning audits and observations into action. Role Details: Supervisor Plus - Buffets Key Focus Areas Outside of Accommodation As part of the wider resort leadership team, the Supervisor Plus will also support operational excellence within our Buffets venues. The following areas outline the core expectations and focus points: 1. Food Safety Champion Lead by example in maintaining the highest standards of food safety and hygiene. Ensure all team members follow correct procedures, including temperature checks, allergen management, safe food handling, and cleaning routines. Support regular compliance audits and immediately address any issues or risks. Promote a culture where food safety is everyone's responsibility. 2. Creating a Warm, Welcoming Dining Experience Ensure guests are greeted with a friendly, attentive, and personalised welcome that reflects the Butlin's brand. Maintain an environment where families feel comfortable, relaxed, and well looked after. Step in to support guest queries and resolve issues promptly with empathy and professionalism. Role-model exceptional service standards to the team at all times. 3. Bay Replenishment & Food Quality Oversee the smooth, timely replenishment of all food bays to maintain steady availability of hot and cold items. Work closely with kitchen teams to ensure portions, presentation, and temperatures meet quality expectations. Anticipate busy periods and adjust staffing or replenishment flow to avoid delays or shortages. Ensure the buffet always looks abundant, clean, and appealing to guests. 4. Coaching & Developing the Team Provide on-shift coaching to help team members build confidence and capability. Offer feedback that is constructive, timely, and focused on both performance and behaviour. Support training of new starters, ensuring they understand buffet standards, guest interaction expectations, and food safety practices. Build a positive team culture where everyone feels valued, supported, and encouraged to grow. Supervisor Plus - Bars & Shops Key Focus Areas Outside of Accommodation In addition to their responsibilities within the Accommodation team, the Supervisor Plus will also support the smooth operation and commercial performance of our Bars & Shops venues. The following areas outline the core responsibilities and focus points for this part of the role: 1. Coaching & Developing the Team Support team members in delivering exceptional guest experience across all Bars & Shops locations. Provide powerful coaching conversations on-shift focused on service confidence, great guest interactions, and consistent delivery of brand standards. Develop team capability in sales behaviours, including upselling, cross-selling, and product knowledge. Create a motivating, supportive environment where team members feel confident to engage guests and drive results. 2. Driving Sales & Spend Per Head Actively drive revenue by supporting the team to maximise Spend Per Head through: B-Serve: Encouraging efficient ordering and guest confidence using the platform. Team behaviours: Coaching strong suggestive selling and product recommendations. RPRPRT: Reinforcing the "Right Product, Right Place, Right Time" philosophy to ensure guests always have access to what they want, when they want it. Celebrate sales successes and share best practice to help the team continually improve. 3. Reducing Queues & Dynamic Deployment Monitor guest flow and proactively move team members to where they are needed most. Reduce queues by adjusting roles on the spot, or repositioning team during peak times. Ensure guests experience minimal waiting and consistent, high-quality service. Support an agile, guest led way of working where the team responds quickly to changing demands. 4. Good Stock Practices Maintain strong stock control across Bars & Shops venues, ensuring availability without overstocking. Support accurate stock rotation, waste reduction, and compliance with stock handling procedures. Work with venue leadership to monitor variances and reinforce good habits with the team. 5. Operating in Line with Brand Standards Ensure venues are opened, operated, and closed following Butlin's brand standards and operational procedures. Maintain a safe, clean, well-presented environment at all times. Support the team in delivering consistent product quality, accurate transactions, and great guest interactions. Carry out on-shift checks to ensure compliance, guest satisfaction, and operational readiness. Supervisor Plus - Restaurants & QSRs Key Focus Areas Outside of Accommodation In addition to their Accommodation responsibilities, the Supervisor Plus will support the smooth and guest focused operation of our Restaurants and Quick Service Restaurants (QSRs). The following areas outline the key expectations for this part of the role: 1. Championing Food Safety Lead by example in consistently applying food safety and hygiene standards. Ensure all team members follow correct procedures, including allergen management, temperature checks, and appropriate cleaning cycles. Support compliance checks throughout service, swiftly acting on any issues. Foster a culture where food safety is understood, valued, and upheld by every team member. 2. Delivering a Warm, Welcoming Dining Experience Ensure every guest receives a friendly, engaging welcome that sets the tone for their meal. Create a relaxed, family friendly environment where guests feel supported and well looked after. Step in to resolve concerns quickly and confidently, maintaining a problems solving mindset. Demonstrate exceptional service behaviours for the team to model. 3. Coaching & Developing the Team Provide on shift coaching to support effective floor management, guest interaction, and service flow. Develop team capability in confidently engaging with guests, anticipating needs, and delivering smooth, attentive service. Support new team members with structured introductions to service standards and guest service expectations. Encourage a culture of continuous improvement, confidence, and positivity. 4 . click apply for full job details
Associate Director, Business Development (Account Management & Expansion) - Public Sector, Central Gov Cognizant engineers modern businesses to improve everyday life. As one of the largest global professional services companies we help clients in the UK and Ireland modernize technology, reimagine processes and transform experiences so they can stay ahead in our fast-changing world click apply for full job details
Mar 14, 2026
Full time
Associate Director, Business Development (Account Management & Expansion) - Public Sector, Central Gov Cognizant engineers modern businesses to improve everyday life. As one of the largest global professional services companies we help clients in the UK and Ireland modernize technology, reimagine processes and transform experiences so they can stay ahead in our fast-changing world click apply for full job details
The Head of Commercial Finance will oversee financial strategy and operations to support organisational goals within the Not For Profit sector. Based in London, this role requires expertise in accounting, financial planning, and resource optimisation to drive impact. Client Details This opportunity is with a well-established Not For Profit organisation that is committed to making a meaningful difference in the community. Operating as a medium-sized entity, the organisation focuses on delivering impactful programmes and services. Description Lead the development and implementation of the organisation's financial strategy. Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting processes. Ensure robust financial controls and compliance with relevant regulations. Provide strategic financial advice to senior leadership and stakeholders. Monitor and optimise resource allocation to support operational efficiency. Collaborate with programme teams to align financial planning with organisational goals. Manage and develop the finance team to ensure high performance. Identify and mitigate financial risks while fostering long-term sustainability. Profile A successful Head of Commercial Finance should have: A professional accounting qualification (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA) or equivalent. Strong experience in financial management within the Not For Profit sector or similar environment. Proven ability to lead and develop a high-performing finance team. In-depth knowledge of financial regulations and compliance requirements. Excellent analytical and decision-making skills. Proficiency in financial systems and tools. Strong communication and stakeholder management skills. Job Offer Competitive salary of £65,000 to £70,000 per annum. 30 days of annual leave to support work-life balance. Opportunity to make a direct impact in the Not For Profit sector. Work in a collaborative and purpose-driven environment. Permanent role based in London with opportunities for professional growth. If you are ready to contribute your expertise as a Head of Commercial Finance in the Not For Profit industry and are passionate about making a difference, we encourage you to apply today!
Mar 14, 2026
Full time
The Head of Commercial Finance will oversee financial strategy and operations to support organisational goals within the Not For Profit sector. Based in London, this role requires expertise in accounting, financial planning, and resource optimisation to drive impact. Client Details This opportunity is with a well-established Not For Profit organisation that is committed to making a meaningful difference in the community. Operating as a medium-sized entity, the organisation focuses on delivering impactful programmes and services. Description Lead the development and implementation of the organisation's financial strategy. Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting processes. Ensure robust financial controls and compliance with relevant regulations. Provide strategic financial advice to senior leadership and stakeholders. Monitor and optimise resource allocation to support operational efficiency. Collaborate with programme teams to align financial planning with organisational goals. Manage and develop the finance team to ensure high performance. Identify and mitigate financial risks while fostering long-term sustainability. Profile A successful Head of Commercial Finance should have: A professional accounting qualification (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA) or equivalent. Strong experience in financial management within the Not For Profit sector or similar environment. Proven ability to lead and develop a high-performing finance team. In-depth knowledge of financial regulations and compliance requirements. Excellent analytical and decision-making skills. Proficiency in financial systems and tools. Strong communication and stakeholder management skills. Job Offer Competitive salary of £65,000 to £70,000 per annum. 30 days of annual leave to support work-life balance. Opportunity to make a direct impact in the Not For Profit sector. Work in a collaborative and purpose-driven environment. Permanent role based in London with opportunities for professional growth. If you are ready to contribute your expertise as a Head of Commercial Finance in the Not For Profit industry and are passionate about making a difference, we encourage you to apply today!
Head of FP&A 6 - month FTC £70,000 - £75,000 London Hybrid For a charity in London, we're recruiting an interim Head of FP&A for a 6-month contract. Reporting to the Director of Finance, the Head of FP&A will manage a small team and will have leadership of the internal reporting processes, providing strategic advice to the SMT, and lead a continuous improvement programme. The Head of FP&A will design, implement, and stabilise finance processes across planning and forecasting, performance reporting, KPI management, capital and cash management, cost analysis, and process improvement. Main Duties: Lead the annual budgeting and forecasting cycles Own the monthly performance management process and lead presentations of financial results with the Executive Board Define and report on performance and Finance team KPIs Lead the financial reporting requirements for external Grant and Donor Funders Oversee capital management and maintain robust rolling cash flow planning and reporting Manage the cost and income allocation processes and finance risk management processes Drive finance system engagements and automation initiatives Maintain the Chart of Accounts and all finance policies Provide ad-hoc support to the Finance Director on statutory accounting and compliance and implement and own the risk management and audit programme Lead, motivate, and manage a new Finance team and act as the SMT business partner, building finance capacity across the organisation Person Specification: Proven FP&A leadership including managing and coaching a small team Experience of continuous improvement across FP&A processes Experience of designing, implementing, and stabilising finance processes Ideally experience from the Not for Profit or Charity / Grant Funded sector building financial models and tools with advanced Excel knowledge Experience of identifying improvement and optimisation opportunities Proactive, confident, and able to partner different stakeholder groups As an employer, we are committed to ensuring the representation of people from all backgrounds regardless of their gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, race, religion, ethnicity, age, neurodiversity, disability status, or any other aspect which makes them unique. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds to apply and would encourage you to let us know if there are steps, we can take to ensure that your recruitment process enables you to present yourself in a way that makes you comfortable.
Mar 14, 2026
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Head of FP&A 6 - month FTC £70,000 - £75,000 London Hybrid For a charity in London, we're recruiting an interim Head of FP&A for a 6-month contract. Reporting to the Director of Finance, the Head of FP&A will manage a small team and will have leadership of the internal reporting processes, providing strategic advice to the SMT, and lead a continuous improvement programme. The Head of FP&A will design, implement, and stabilise finance processes across planning and forecasting, performance reporting, KPI management, capital and cash management, cost analysis, and process improvement. Main Duties: Lead the annual budgeting and forecasting cycles Own the monthly performance management process and lead presentations of financial results with the Executive Board Define and report on performance and Finance team KPIs Lead the financial reporting requirements for external Grant and Donor Funders Oversee capital management and maintain robust rolling cash flow planning and reporting Manage the cost and income allocation processes and finance risk management processes Drive finance system engagements and automation initiatives Maintain the Chart of Accounts and all finance policies Provide ad-hoc support to the Finance Director on statutory accounting and compliance and implement and own the risk management and audit programme Lead, motivate, and manage a new Finance team and act as the SMT business partner, building finance capacity across the organisation Person Specification: Proven FP&A leadership including managing and coaching a small team Experience of continuous improvement across FP&A processes Experience of designing, implementing, and stabilising finance processes Ideally experience from the Not for Profit or Charity / Grant Funded sector building financial models and tools with advanced Excel knowledge Experience of identifying improvement and optimisation opportunities Proactive, confident, and able to partner different stakeholder groups As an employer, we are committed to ensuring the representation of people from all backgrounds regardless of their gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, race, religion, ethnicity, age, neurodiversity, disability status, or any other aspect which makes them unique. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds to apply and would encourage you to let us know if there are steps, we can take to ensure that your recruitment process enables you to present yourself in a way that makes you comfortable.
Join us at EIT: At the Ellison Institute of Technology (EIT), we're on a mission to translate scientific discovery into real world impact. We bring together visionaryscientists, technologists, engineers, researchers, educators and innovators to tackle humanity's greatest challenges in four transformative areas: Health, Medical Science & Generative Biology Food Security & Sustainable Agriculture Climate Change & Managing CO Artificial Intelligence & Robotics This is ambitious work - work that demands curiosity, courage, and a relentless drive to make a difference. At EIT, you'll join a community built on excellence, innovation, tenacity, trust, and collaboration, where bold ideas become real-world breakthroughs. Together, we push boundaries, embrace complexity, and create solutions to scale ideas from lab to society. Explore more at . Welcome to the Plant Biology Institute: The Plant Biology Institute, headed by Professor Steve Kelly, is a key part of the Ellison Institute of Technology (EIT) Oxford. The institute aims to develop impactful and commercially sustainable solutions for improving global food production and planetary health through pioneering plant science research. The Plant Biology Institute will unite world-class researchers who are focused on expanding the frontiers of plant science. Our research is focused on enhancing our ability to feed the planet while simultaneously improving the climate and ecosystem outcomes of food production. By embedding cutting-edge plant science research within an organisation that is focused on solving global challenges at scale, we aim to accelerate the timeline from discovery to global impact. Areas of exploration include: Improved plant productivity, both indoors and outside. Reduced reliance on inputs including water, fertilisers, pesticides, and herbicides. Novel decarbonised plant-based production platforms for food and medicines. Advanced technologies that speed up discovery and deployment in plants. Researchers will have access to state-of-the-art laboratory and plant growth facilities and have opportunities to collaborate with experts at the forefront of research on AI, automation, and generative biology across the EIT ecosystem. They will also work with global leaders in market development, commercialisation, and impact creation. The Plant Biology Institute has long term substantial funding to support the unique scale and ambition of its vision. Your Role: At EIT we are seeking an inspiring and strategic Senior Group Leader/Group Leader in Nitrogen Fixation to lead a flagship research programme within its rapidly expanding Plant Biology Institute. This senior leadership position offers a unique opportunity to shape the scientific and operational foundations of a world class research team dedicated to developing innovative, purpose driven solutions in biological nitrogen fixation. You will play a central role in establishing EIT's global leadership in plant science by recruiting and managing top tier talent, forging impactful collaborations, and driving translational research from lab to field. With a clear focus on scientific excellence, commercial viability, and global impact, this role is ideal for a recognised thought leader ready to pioneer transformative science aligned with EIT's values and mission to tackle humanity's greatest challenges. Your Responsibilities: Leadership: Contribute to the development and expansion of a newly established plant science institute which will scale rapidly over the next 5 years to become a global leader in plant science research aimed at tackling humanity's greatest challenges. Establish, lead, and continuously evolve a flagship research programme in biological nitrogen fixation in plants, with a particular emphasis on novel nitrogen fixing systems and advanced metabolic and protein engineering. To work with internal teams to define the path to impact for the research program. To design and execute research programmes and to ensure that all research programmes are value and purpose driven. To recruit and lead a top talent team of research scientists including post docs and PhD candidates. To hire based on competency, experience and values. To manage based on clear performance targets and with accountability. To maintain a positive, engaged culture, in line with EIT Oxford values. Research designed for impact: Contribute to planning and communicating the scientific direction of the nitrogen fixation program which is aimed at engineering biological nitrogen fixation into plants. Direct the activities of the research group by supervising some projects personally and overseeing projects delegated to group members. You will be expected to provide the intellectual energy and independent thinking necessary to lead a programme of cutting edge research and to shape the overall aims and success of the group. Drive rigorous experimental design, execution, and data interpretation, ensuring robust and reproducible scientific outcomes. Managing research program through stage gated milestones, with active, no/no go decisions based on validated research data. Designing research programmes to enable delivery requirements to be considered through development and implementation. Identifying pre emptive decisions to enable future scale up. Manage project resources - including personnel, equipment, and budgets - in coordination with the senior leadership team. Ensure research is conducted ethically and in compliance with EIT policy, regulatory guidance, and best scientific practice. To generate, maintain and manage collaborations with key teams across EIT Oxford and in the wider scientific and commercial ecosystem to accelerate the path to scientific discovery and impact. To maintain key stakeholder relationships. To work, where appropriate, with the translation team within EIT to translate the results of research into commercial opportunities consistent with EIT's humane endeavours. To recognise and act on opportunities for the creation and protection of intellectual property. Essential Skills, Qualifications & Experience: Leader of research group(s) within academia or industry. Recognised thought leader in their field. Proven ability to manage scientific output for a team of PhDs/Post doctoral researchers. Experience delivering against long term strategic research programmes. Experience of managing a large team of researchers and scientists. Project management, communication and resource allocation experience. Ability to build both internal and external relationships. Working collaboratively with others outside of their discipline. Our Benefits: Competitive salary + travel allowance + bonus Enhanced holiday + options to buy additional days Pension Life Assurance Income Protection Private Medical Insurance Hospital Cash Plan Therapy Services Perk Box Electric Car Scheme Childcare benefit What we offer: Newly constructed, state of the art laboratories and growth facilities, core scientific and operational support, with substantial core funding. A collaborative research environment with highly skilled team working at the cutting edge of plant science to create commercially sustainable solutions that tackle humanity's biggest challenges, including enabling sustainable agriculture and improving the climate and ecosystem outcomes of food production. Opportunities for professional development including publication, conferences, IP portfolio creation, spin out generation, and leadership development.
Mar 14, 2026
Full time
Join us at EIT: At the Ellison Institute of Technology (EIT), we're on a mission to translate scientific discovery into real world impact. We bring together visionaryscientists, technologists, engineers, researchers, educators and innovators to tackle humanity's greatest challenges in four transformative areas: Health, Medical Science & Generative Biology Food Security & Sustainable Agriculture Climate Change & Managing CO Artificial Intelligence & Robotics This is ambitious work - work that demands curiosity, courage, and a relentless drive to make a difference. At EIT, you'll join a community built on excellence, innovation, tenacity, trust, and collaboration, where bold ideas become real-world breakthroughs. Together, we push boundaries, embrace complexity, and create solutions to scale ideas from lab to society. Explore more at . Welcome to the Plant Biology Institute: The Plant Biology Institute, headed by Professor Steve Kelly, is a key part of the Ellison Institute of Technology (EIT) Oxford. The institute aims to develop impactful and commercially sustainable solutions for improving global food production and planetary health through pioneering plant science research. The Plant Biology Institute will unite world-class researchers who are focused on expanding the frontiers of plant science. Our research is focused on enhancing our ability to feed the planet while simultaneously improving the climate and ecosystem outcomes of food production. By embedding cutting-edge plant science research within an organisation that is focused on solving global challenges at scale, we aim to accelerate the timeline from discovery to global impact. Areas of exploration include: Improved plant productivity, both indoors and outside. Reduced reliance on inputs including water, fertilisers, pesticides, and herbicides. Novel decarbonised plant-based production platforms for food and medicines. Advanced technologies that speed up discovery and deployment in plants. Researchers will have access to state-of-the-art laboratory and plant growth facilities and have opportunities to collaborate with experts at the forefront of research on AI, automation, and generative biology across the EIT ecosystem. They will also work with global leaders in market development, commercialisation, and impact creation. The Plant Biology Institute has long term substantial funding to support the unique scale and ambition of its vision. Your Role: At EIT we are seeking an inspiring and strategic Senior Group Leader/Group Leader in Nitrogen Fixation to lead a flagship research programme within its rapidly expanding Plant Biology Institute. This senior leadership position offers a unique opportunity to shape the scientific and operational foundations of a world class research team dedicated to developing innovative, purpose driven solutions in biological nitrogen fixation. You will play a central role in establishing EIT's global leadership in plant science by recruiting and managing top tier talent, forging impactful collaborations, and driving translational research from lab to field. With a clear focus on scientific excellence, commercial viability, and global impact, this role is ideal for a recognised thought leader ready to pioneer transformative science aligned with EIT's values and mission to tackle humanity's greatest challenges. Your Responsibilities: Leadership: Contribute to the development and expansion of a newly established plant science institute which will scale rapidly over the next 5 years to become a global leader in plant science research aimed at tackling humanity's greatest challenges. Establish, lead, and continuously evolve a flagship research programme in biological nitrogen fixation in plants, with a particular emphasis on novel nitrogen fixing systems and advanced metabolic and protein engineering. To work with internal teams to define the path to impact for the research program. To design and execute research programmes and to ensure that all research programmes are value and purpose driven. To recruit and lead a top talent team of research scientists including post docs and PhD candidates. To hire based on competency, experience and values. To manage based on clear performance targets and with accountability. To maintain a positive, engaged culture, in line with EIT Oxford values. Research designed for impact: Contribute to planning and communicating the scientific direction of the nitrogen fixation program which is aimed at engineering biological nitrogen fixation into plants. Direct the activities of the research group by supervising some projects personally and overseeing projects delegated to group members. You will be expected to provide the intellectual energy and independent thinking necessary to lead a programme of cutting edge research and to shape the overall aims and success of the group. Drive rigorous experimental design, execution, and data interpretation, ensuring robust and reproducible scientific outcomes. Managing research program through stage gated milestones, with active, no/no go decisions based on validated research data. Designing research programmes to enable delivery requirements to be considered through development and implementation. Identifying pre emptive decisions to enable future scale up. Manage project resources - including personnel, equipment, and budgets - in coordination with the senior leadership team. Ensure research is conducted ethically and in compliance with EIT policy, regulatory guidance, and best scientific practice. To generate, maintain and manage collaborations with key teams across EIT Oxford and in the wider scientific and commercial ecosystem to accelerate the path to scientific discovery and impact. To maintain key stakeholder relationships. To work, where appropriate, with the translation team within EIT to translate the results of research into commercial opportunities consistent with EIT's humane endeavours. To recognise and act on opportunities for the creation and protection of intellectual property. Essential Skills, Qualifications & Experience: Leader of research group(s) within academia or industry. Recognised thought leader in their field. Proven ability to manage scientific output for a team of PhDs/Post doctoral researchers. Experience delivering against long term strategic research programmes. Experience of managing a large team of researchers and scientists. Project management, communication and resource allocation experience. Ability to build both internal and external relationships. Working collaboratively with others outside of their discipline. Our Benefits: Competitive salary + travel allowance + bonus Enhanced holiday + options to buy additional days Pension Life Assurance Income Protection Private Medical Insurance Hospital Cash Plan Therapy Services Perk Box Electric Car Scheme Childcare benefit What we offer: Newly constructed, state of the art laboratories and growth facilities, core scientific and operational support, with substantial core funding. A collaborative research environment with highly skilled team working at the cutting edge of plant science to create commercially sustainable solutions that tackle humanity's biggest challenges, including enabling sustainable agriculture and improving the climate and ecosystem outcomes of food production. Opportunities for professional development including publication, conferences, IP portfolio creation, spin out generation, and leadership development.
Overview Cactus Life Sciences is a non-traditional, fully integrated medical communication agency specializing in technology-enabled innovation and stakeholder personalization, where we uniquely combine science, technology, and strategic communications. Following strong recent growth, we are strengthening our HR team to support continued development and expansion. We are looking for an experienced HR Operations Manager to lead the delivery of efficient, compliant and scalable HR operations across our global workforce. This role partners closely with HR Business Partners and global stakeholders to deliver consistent, high quality HR operational support across the full employee lifecycle across the US, UK and Switzerland. The role will focus on strengthening operational processes, improving employee experience, maintaining data integrity, and supporting the growth of the organization. Location: Cactus Life Sciences is a remote first organization, and we embrace an "accelerate from anywhere" culture. You may be required to travel based on business requirements or for company/team events. Reporting Structure: This role reports directly to the AVP, HR Operations & Administration for day to day operational leadership, with overall strategic alignment and accountability to the VP, HR. Responsibilities Manage and deliver end to end HR operations across the employee lifecycle including onboarding, contractual changes, mobility, and offboarding across multiple countries Partner closely with HRBPs to operationalise people initiatives, organisational changes and workforce strategies across global teams Ensure HR processes remain compliant with applicable employment legislation, regulatory requirements, and data privacy standards across the US, UK and Switzerland Maintain accurate employee data and HR documentation, ensuring strong governance, audit readiness and confidentiality Own HR systems from an HR Operations perspective, including supporting HRIS implementation, driving process alignment, ensuring data integrity, creating efficient workflows and automation, and optimising system use across the employee lifecycle Lead continuous improvement initiatives to streamline processes, enhance efficiency and support scalable growth in a global, remote first environment Act as a key escalation point for complex HR operational queries, providing practical solutions and ensuring a consistent employee experience Collaborate cross functionally with Talent Acquisition, Payroll, Finance, Legal and IT to support seamless service delivery Support organisational change initiatives, business expansions, or new country set ups from an HR operations perspective Analyse HR operational metrics and trends, producing insights and recommendations to improve processes and workforce outcomes Maintain and evolve HR policies, operational playbooks and process documentation to ensure consistency across regions Qualifications and Prerequisites Significant experience in HR Operations or People Operations roles within global, multi country organisations; experience in healthcare, medical communications, life sciences or professional services environments is highly desirable Strong working knowledge of UK employment law, with exposure to US and/or European employment practices preferred Demonstrated experience managing employee lifecycle processes, HR administration and global HR service delivery Experience supporting or leading HRIS implementation and ongoing HR systems management from an HR Operations and process improvement perspective Strong process improvement mindset with experience identifying operational efficiencies and driving change High attention to detail and strong data management skills with a focus on accuracy and governance Comfortable working in a fully remote, fast paced and evolving business environment Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a strong customer focused approach Benefits of this Role Comprehensive health coverage for you including dental and vision care Financial security through life assurance and income protection Retirement savings plan with employer contributions and flexible options Application Process Before applying, please ensure you meet the role requirements listed above and have legal authorization to work in the country where this role is advertised. Our selection process involves an initial screening by a recruiter and one or two interview rounds with the hiring manager and peers. Equal Opportunity Our hiring practices reflect our commitment to providing equal opportunities and creating an environment where everyone can thrive, develop, and succeed. We celebrate the uniqueness of our team members and prohibit discrimination of any kind, based on race, color, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, or any other protected characteristic. Accelerating from Anywhere As a remote first organization, these are essential attributes we look for in all our candidates. Taking ownership of your work with minimal supervision, showing strong ability to organise, prioritise and deliver results independently. Documenting work that brings everyone on the same page. Maturity to choose between synchronous and asynchronous collaboration. Effectively collaborating with colleagues across different time zones by setting dedicated hours for collaboration and keeping team members updated through your MS Teams status. About CACTUS At Cactus Life Sciences (), we believe the future of medical communications lies at the intersection of science, technology, and human connection. Headquartered in Princeton, New Jersey, with teams in Switzerland, the United Kingdom, India, and Japan, we help biopharmaceutical organizations redefine scientific exchange-leveraging AI, automation, and innovation while keeping patients at the heart of everything we do. Our expertise spans medical strategy, scientific content development, and medical education across therapeutic areas and the product lifecycle. By blending scientific rigor, agile operational models, and future ready technologies, we partner with medical affairs teams to catalyze their transformation, adapt to a changing landscape, and drive meaningful outcomes for healthcare communities worldwide.
Mar 14, 2026
Full time
Overview Cactus Life Sciences is a non-traditional, fully integrated medical communication agency specializing in technology-enabled innovation and stakeholder personalization, where we uniquely combine science, technology, and strategic communications. Following strong recent growth, we are strengthening our HR team to support continued development and expansion. We are looking for an experienced HR Operations Manager to lead the delivery of efficient, compliant and scalable HR operations across our global workforce. This role partners closely with HR Business Partners and global stakeholders to deliver consistent, high quality HR operational support across the full employee lifecycle across the US, UK and Switzerland. The role will focus on strengthening operational processes, improving employee experience, maintaining data integrity, and supporting the growth of the organization. Location: Cactus Life Sciences is a remote first organization, and we embrace an "accelerate from anywhere" culture. You may be required to travel based on business requirements or for company/team events. Reporting Structure: This role reports directly to the AVP, HR Operations & Administration for day to day operational leadership, with overall strategic alignment and accountability to the VP, HR. Responsibilities Manage and deliver end to end HR operations across the employee lifecycle including onboarding, contractual changes, mobility, and offboarding across multiple countries Partner closely with HRBPs to operationalise people initiatives, organisational changes and workforce strategies across global teams Ensure HR processes remain compliant with applicable employment legislation, regulatory requirements, and data privacy standards across the US, UK and Switzerland Maintain accurate employee data and HR documentation, ensuring strong governance, audit readiness and confidentiality Own HR systems from an HR Operations perspective, including supporting HRIS implementation, driving process alignment, ensuring data integrity, creating efficient workflows and automation, and optimising system use across the employee lifecycle Lead continuous improvement initiatives to streamline processes, enhance efficiency and support scalable growth in a global, remote first environment Act as a key escalation point for complex HR operational queries, providing practical solutions and ensuring a consistent employee experience Collaborate cross functionally with Talent Acquisition, Payroll, Finance, Legal and IT to support seamless service delivery Support organisational change initiatives, business expansions, or new country set ups from an HR operations perspective Analyse HR operational metrics and trends, producing insights and recommendations to improve processes and workforce outcomes Maintain and evolve HR policies, operational playbooks and process documentation to ensure consistency across regions Qualifications and Prerequisites Significant experience in HR Operations or People Operations roles within global, multi country organisations; experience in healthcare, medical communications, life sciences or professional services environments is highly desirable Strong working knowledge of UK employment law, with exposure to US and/or European employment practices preferred Demonstrated experience managing employee lifecycle processes, HR administration and global HR service delivery Experience supporting or leading HRIS implementation and ongoing HR systems management from an HR Operations and process improvement perspective Strong process improvement mindset with experience identifying operational efficiencies and driving change High attention to detail and strong data management skills with a focus on accuracy and governance Comfortable working in a fully remote, fast paced and evolving business environment Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a strong customer focused approach Benefits of this Role Comprehensive health coverage for you including dental and vision care Financial security through life assurance and income protection Retirement savings plan with employer contributions and flexible options Application Process Before applying, please ensure you meet the role requirements listed above and have legal authorization to work in the country where this role is advertised. Our selection process involves an initial screening by a recruiter and one or two interview rounds with the hiring manager and peers. Equal Opportunity Our hiring practices reflect our commitment to providing equal opportunities and creating an environment where everyone can thrive, develop, and succeed. We celebrate the uniqueness of our team members and prohibit discrimination of any kind, based on race, color, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, or any other protected characteristic. Accelerating from Anywhere As a remote first organization, these are essential attributes we look for in all our candidates. Taking ownership of your work with minimal supervision, showing strong ability to organise, prioritise and deliver results independently. Documenting work that brings everyone on the same page. Maturity to choose between synchronous and asynchronous collaboration. Effectively collaborating with colleagues across different time zones by setting dedicated hours for collaboration and keeping team members updated through your MS Teams status. About CACTUS At Cactus Life Sciences (), we believe the future of medical communications lies at the intersection of science, technology, and human connection. Headquartered in Princeton, New Jersey, with teams in Switzerland, the United Kingdom, India, and Japan, we help biopharmaceutical organizations redefine scientific exchange-leveraging AI, automation, and innovation while keeping patients at the heart of everything we do. Our expertise spans medical strategy, scientific content development, and medical education across therapeutic areas and the product lifecycle. By blending scientific rigor, agile operational models, and future ready technologies, we partner with medical affairs teams to catalyze their transformation, adapt to a changing landscape, and drive meaningful outcomes for healthcare communities worldwide.
Head of Finance - Operations Group - Finance (LMB 2779) Open Date: 12/02/2026, 08:00 Close Date: 12/03/2026, 23:55 Location: Cambridge Contract Type: Permanent Job Type: Administration & Management (Full Time) Overview The MRC Laboratory of Molecular Biology (LMB) is a leading centre of excellence in biomedical research, tackling fundamental basic science and translational programmes enhancing the application to human health. The LMB has a clear goal of understanding biological processes at the molecular level, with the ultimate aim of using this knowledge to tackle specific problems in human health and disease. The LMB provides an unsurpassed environment for both new and established researchers, drawing scientists from around the world to create a lively and international community for the exchange of ideas and technical innovation. Main duties / Key responsibilities Continuously develop and implement a vision for the financial management of the LMB, leading, developing, managing and motivating staff across a range of activities including expenditure, income, VAT, contracts, grants and invoicing third party service users. Effectively communicate the vision and strategy for finance to senior management and to all levels of the LMB and MRC, persuading key decision makers to adopt the strategy. Lead the LMB budget setting, financial planning and forecasting to enable informed decision making, providing insightful information, analysis and risk management advice, and preparing and analysing monthly expenditure, budgets and future forecasts. Lead, produce and present timely management information, liaising with budget holders and information providers, preparing reports and providing supplementary analysis for key issues, and explaining financial concepts to non financial audiences. Help evaluate the overall effective and efficient use of funding received, identifying and developing approaches for optimising value for money. Lead from the front to ensure effective financial controls and appropriate policies and practices are followed; lead change where necessary to develop internal systems and controls to be "best in class", acting as a change agent for performance improvements. Ensure key stakeholder requirements are included and communicated, developing and maintaining strong and open relationships internally and externally. Play a leading role in MRC and UKRI wide development and implementation of new corporate financial systems or upgrades and optimising the current system (Oracle Fusion), and act as project management lead where required. As a senior member of the Operations Group, contribute, push forward and lead ideas to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the Group and the way in which the LMB operates. Lead negotiations with external stakeholders such as the University of Cambridge, Cambridge University Hospital Partners and the Cambridge Biomedical Campus on financial matters, securing agreement on shared costs, service and facility costs, income and expenditure. Play a leading representative role for the LMB, MRC Head Office, other MRC establishments, UKRI, the University of Cambridge and external service users and other bodies with whom the LMB interacts. Act as Company Secretary to the Max Perutz Fund, the LMB's charitable arm, preparing the annual financial statements and Charity Commission return, liaising with the auditors, managing the Fund's investments and preparing and presenting at the Fund's twice yearly Board meetings. Working relationships Report to the LMB Chief Operating Officer. Liaise with the LMB Director and Heads of Divisions as required. Line manage the Finance Team and Management Information Analyst. Work closely with other Operations Group Heads and Facility Managers. Liaise with MRC Head Office's Finance Director and colleagues and UKRI colleagues. Maintain working relationships at multiple levels and across many different professional disciplines. Education / qualifications / training required Essential: Degree level education or equivalent relevant experience. Essential: Fully qualified with relevant finance qualifications (ACCA, CIMA or equivalent). Desirable: Degree in a related field. Previous work experience required Essential: Significant relevant experience of leadership roles and managing teams and services. Essential: Significant experience of developing new ideas for financial planning. Desirable: Experience of leading organisational change projects. Desirable: Experience of working in a research laboratory environment. Desirable: Experience of contract reviewing. Knowledge and experience Essential: Sound knowledge of corporate policy, accounting practices and procedures ideally in the public and charitable sector. Essential: Experience of several financial systems. Essential: Excellent IT skills with the ability to develop models to meet business needs, interrogate data and write reports and presentations for senior management. Desirable: Understanding of tax law and related risks related to research operations. Desirable: Project management facilitation and coordination skills to provide deliverables to tight time frames with various information providers. Personal skills / behaviours / qualities Essential: Demonstrable ability to lead, motivate and manage services and staff. Essential: Proven ability to listen, understand business needs and provide solutions in a proactive and principled manner. Essential: Highly developed interpersonal skills, elicit confidence and command respect as a trusted advisor to senior management within the LMB and in discussions with MRC Head Office. Essential: Strong and pro active communicator able to liaise with both finance and non finance senior managers and budget holders. Essential: Demonstrable ability to work collaboratively as part of a team and to lead a team/projects as required to achieve outcomes for the LMB. Essential: Flexible and adaptable approach, capable of planning, prioritising and delivering on a multitude of tasks in a fast paced environment. Essential: Refined analytical skills with the ability to make and communicate recommendations rather than simply provide reports. Essential: Appreciative of the culture of the LMB and the MRC. Further Information You must at all times carry out your responsibilities with due regard to the UKRI Code of Conduct, Equality, Diversity and Inclusion policy, Health and Safety policy and Data Protection policy. Job descriptions should be reviewed on a regular basis and at the annual appraisal. Any changes should be made and agreed between you and your manager. The above lists are not exhaustive and you are required to undertake such duties as may reasonably be requested within the scope of the post. All employees are required to act professionally, co operatively and flexibly in line with the requirements of the post, the MRC and UKRI. The role holder will be required to have the appropriate level of security screening/vetting required for the role. UKRI reserves the right to run or re run security clearance as required during the course of employment. We warmly invite people from diverse backgrounds and heritage, including people who identify as having a disability, to apply for a role that excites them. As "Disability Confident" employers, any candidate who opts into the scheme and best meets the essential criteria will be shortlisted for interview. The MRC provides its community of employees access to a range of benefits, including a defined benefit pension scheme, 30 days plus 2.5 privilege days and 8 bank holidays, family friendly policies, shopping and travel discounts, an Employee Assistant Programme Scheme and Health and Wellbeing Support. Copyright 2015. Medical Research Council
Mar 14, 2026
Full time
Head of Finance - Operations Group - Finance (LMB 2779) Open Date: 12/02/2026, 08:00 Close Date: 12/03/2026, 23:55 Location: Cambridge Contract Type: Permanent Job Type: Administration & Management (Full Time) Overview The MRC Laboratory of Molecular Biology (LMB) is a leading centre of excellence in biomedical research, tackling fundamental basic science and translational programmes enhancing the application to human health. The LMB has a clear goal of understanding biological processes at the molecular level, with the ultimate aim of using this knowledge to tackle specific problems in human health and disease. The LMB provides an unsurpassed environment for both new and established researchers, drawing scientists from around the world to create a lively and international community for the exchange of ideas and technical innovation. Main duties / Key responsibilities Continuously develop and implement a vision for the financial management of the LMB, leading, developing, managing and motivating staff across a range of activities including expenditure, income, VAT, contracts, grants and invoicing third party service users. Effectively communicate the vision and strategy for finance to senior management and to all levels of the LMB and MRC, persuading key decision makers to adopt the strategy. Lead the LMB budget setting, financial planning and forecasting to enable informed decision making, providing insightful information, analysis and risk management advice, and preparing and analysing monthly expenditure, budgets and future forecasts. Lead, produce and present timely management information, liaising with budget holders and information providers, preparing reports and providing supplementary analysis for key issues, and explaining financial concepts to non financial audiences. Help evaluate the overall effective and efficient use of funding received, identifying and developing approaches for optimising value for money. Lead from the front to ensure effective financial controls and appropriate policies and practices are followed; lead change where necessary to develop internal systems and controls to be "best in class", acting as a change agent for performance improvements. Ensure key stakeholder requirements are included and communicated, developing and maintaining strong and open relationships internally and externally. Play a leading role in MRC and UKRI wide development and implementation of new corporate financial systems or upgrades and optimising the current system (Oracle Fusion), and act as project management lead where required. As a senior member of the Operations Group, contribute, push forward and lead ideas to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the Group and the way in which the LMB operates. Lead negotiations with external stakeholders such as the University of Cambridge, Cambridge University Hospital Partners and the Cambridge Biomedical Campus on financial matters, securing agreement on shared costs, service and facility costs, income and expenditure. Play a leading representative role for the LMB, MRC Head Office, other MRC establishments, UKRI, the University of Cambridge and external service users and other bodies with whom the LMB interacts. Act as Company Secretary to the Max Perutz Fund, the LMB's charitable arm, preparing the annual financial statements and Charity Commission return, liaising with the auditors, managing the Fund's investments and preparing and presenting at the Fund's twice yearly Board meetings. Working relationships Report to the LMB Chief Operating Officer. Liaise with the LMB Director and Heads of Divisions as required. Line manage the Finance Team and Management Information Analyst. Work closely with other Operations Group Heads and Facility Managers. Liaise with MRC Head Office's Finance Director and colleagues and UKRI colleagues. Maintain working relationships at multiple levels and across many different professional disciplines. Education / qualifications / training required Essential: Degree level education or equivalent relevant experience. Essential: Fully qualified with relevant finance qualifications (ACCA, CIMA or equivalent). Desirable: Degree in a related field. Previous work experience required Essential: Significant relevant experience of leadership roles and managing teams and services. Essential: Significant experience of developing new ideas for financial planning. Desirable: Experience of leading organisational change projects. Desirable: Experience of working in a research laboratory environment. Desirable: Experience of contract reviewing. Knowledge and experience Essential: Sound knowledge of corporate policy, accounting practices and procedures ideally in the public and charitable sector. Essential: Experience of several financial systems. Essential: Excellent IT skills with the ability to develop models to meet business needs, interrogate data and write reports and presentations for senior management. Desirable: Understanding of tax law and related risks related to research operations. Desirable: Project management facilitation and coordination skills to provide deliverables to tight time frames with various information providers. Personal skills / behaviours / qualities Essential: Demonstrable ability to lead, motivate and manage services and staff. Essential: Proven ability to listen, understand business needs and provide solutions in a proactive and principled manner. Essential: Highly developed interpersonal skills, elicit confidence and command respect as a trusted advisor to senior management within the LMB and in discussions with MRC Head Office. Essential: Strong and pro active communicator able to liaise with both finance and non finance senior managers and budget holders. Essential: Demonstrable ability to work collaboratively as part of a team and to lead a team/projects as required to achieve outcomes for the LMB. Essential: Flexible and adaptable approach, capable of planning, prioritising and delivering on a multitude of tasks in a fast paced environment. Essential: Refined analytical skills with the ability to make and communicate recommendations rather than simply provide reports. Essential: Appreciative of the culture of the LMB and the MRC. Further Information You must at all times carry out your responsibilities with due regard to the UKRI Code of Conduct, Equality, Diversity and Inclusion policy, Health and Safety policy and Data Protection policy. Job descriptions should be reviewed on a regular basis and at the annual appraisal. Any changes should be made and agreed between you and your manager. The above lists are not exhaustive and you are required to undertake such duties as may reasonably be requested within the scope of the post. All employees are required to act professionally, co operatively and flexibly in line with the requirements of the post, the MRC and UKRI. The role holder will be required to have the appropriate level of security screening/vetting required for the role. UKRI reserves the right to run or re run security clearance as required during the course of employment. We warmly invite people from diverse backgrounds and heritage, including people who identify as having a disability, to apply for a role that excites them. As "Disability Confident" employers, any candidate who opts into the scheme and best meets the essential criteria will be shortlisted for interview. The MRC provides its community of employees access to a range of benefits, including a defined benefit pension scheme, 30 days plus 2.5 privilege days and 8 bank holidays, family friendly policies, shopping and travel discounts, an Employee Assistant Programme Scheme and Health and Wellbeing Support. Copyright 2015. Medical Research Council
Our client is an American Law firm with a head office in New York, plus additional offices in the rest of the USA, Europe, Asia, and Latin America. They have been in London for over 25 years. The London office is ideally suited for Liverpool Street station. They are now looking to hire a Billing Manager. Reporting to the global Director of Revenue, this role is responsible for jointly managing the European billing team which supports Partners and other senior lawyers throughout all phases of the billing, collection and related client management processes. Responsibilities Overseeing the daily activities of the European billing team Monitoring the volume of bills being prepared. Checking the quality of the invoices being sent to Partners, senior lawyers and clients. Proactively managing the timeliness of bill preparation; and Ensuring open and frequent communication between the team members and the Partners they support. Assisting the Director of Revenue in operational day to day activities for the region. Training new billing team members and conducting required follow-up training. Regular monitoring of bill processing status and other necessarily follow up tasks to ensure successful processing and timely payment to the firm. Assisting with billing and collections when required. Reviewing and monitoring client billing arrangements and other related information maintained in the firm's matter intake system MatterHub and Entity Manager. Proactively identifying improvements to billing processes and assisting with implementing best practice. Collaborating with Partners to ensure timely bill preparation, review and submission. Communicating with clients on a variety of topics. Preparing internal billing and collections projections. Undertaking the initial review of the monthly unbilled time and accounts receivable priority report. Keeping up to date with current VAT rules and regulations. Collaborating with local Accounting and Finance Teams for compliance purposes. Providing analysis support to Partners. Assisting with onboarding new clients. Participating in ad-hoc projects, including billing system upgrades. Responsibility for year-end performance reviews of allocated team members and proactively managing their professional development to ensure the best possible service delivery from the function. Candidate Profile Excellent written and verbal presentation style, as well as strong drafting and analytical skills. Credible, trusted and approachable leader who can motivate and engage the team they supervise. Highly proficient in all Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel and Word. Experience in using Aderant would be preferred. Excellent command of English - a strong working knowledge of any additional European language would be an advantage. Educated to degree level. Proven professional services billing experience of at least 10 years, with 5 years of people management experience in some capacity. Experience in implementing procedural and operational billing improvements. Experience in a similar senior role at a professional services firm and/or law firm experience a plus Important Notice It is Career Legal's policy, as a matter of courtesy, to respond to all applications within three working days. However, because of the volume of applications, we are sometimes unable to respond to individual candidates. If we have not contacted, you within three working days your application has been unsuccessful, and your details have not been retained. Please apply for any other position that you may see in the future. Thank you. Career Legal is a Recruitment Agency and is advertising this vacancy on behalf of one of its clients.
Mar 14, 2026
Full time
Our client is an American Law firm with a head office in New York, plus additional offices in the rest of the USA, Europe, Asia, and Latin America. They have been in London for over 25 years. The London office is ideally suited for Liverpool Street station. They are now looking to hire a Billing Manager. Reporting to the global Director of Revenue, this role is responsible for jointly managing the European billing team which supports Partners and other senior lawyers throughout all phases of the billing, collection and related client management processes. Responsibilities Overseeing the daily activities of the European billing team Monitoring the volume of bills being prepared. Checking the quality of the invoices being sent to Partners, senior lawyers and clients. Proactively managing the timeliness of bill preparation; and Ensuring open and frequent communication between the team members and the Partners they support. Assisting the Director of Revenue in operational day to day activities for the region. Training new billing team members and conducting required follow-up training. Regular monitoring of bill processing status and other necessarily follow up tasks to ensure successful processing and timely payment to the firm. Assisting with billing and collections when required. Reviewing and monitoring client billing arrangements and other related information maintained in the firm's matter intake system MatterHub and Entity Manager. Proactively identifying improvements to billing processes and assisting with implementing best practice. Collaborating with Partners to ensure timely bill preparation, review and submission. Communicating with clients on a variety of topics. Preparing internal billing and collections projections. Undertaking the initial review of the monthly unbilled time and accounts receivable priority report. Keeping up to date with current VAT rules and regulations. Collaborating with local Accounting and Finance Teams for compliance purposes. Providing analysis support to Partners. Assisting with onboarding new clients. Participating in ad-hoc projects, including billing system upgrades. Responsibility for year-end performance reviews of allocated team members and proactively managing their professional development to ensure the best possible service delivery from the function. Candidate Profile Excellent written and verbal presentation style, as well as strong drafting and analytical skills. Credible, trusted and approachable leader who can motivate and engage the team they supervise. Highly proficient in all Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel and Word. Experience in using Aderant would be preferred. Excellent command of English - a strong working knowledge of any additional European language would be an advantage. Educated to degree level. Proven professional services billing experience of at least 10 years, with 5 years of people management experience in some capacity. Experience in implementing procedural and operational billing improvements. Experience in a similar senior role at a professional services firm and/or law firm experience a plus Important Notice It is Career Legal's policy, as a matter of courtesy, to respond to all applications within three working days. However, because of the volume of applications, we are sometimes unable to respond to individual candidates. If we have not contacted, you within three working days your application has been unsuccessful, and your details have not been retained. Please apply for any other position that you may see in the future. Thank you. Career Legal is a Recruitment Agency and is advertising this vacancy on behalf of one of its clients.
A senior finance role supporting a fractional CFO and the Managing Director within a stable, privately owned business. Based fully at the head office near Sevenoaks, this position leads the small finance team, strengthens financial reporting and governance, and provides the senior capability the organisation needs, whilst still benefiting from the CFO's skills. Client Details Our client is a long-established UK business with a strong heritage and a reputation for reliability and service. Operating across multiple markets, the company maintains a collaborative culture, hands-on leadership and a commitment to continuous improvement. With a fractional CFO in place, the organisation is now hiring a capable Finance Manager / Financial Controller level candidate to elevate the day-to-day running of the function and provide higher-quality analysis and insight. Description Reporting to the fractional CFO and working closely with the MD, the Finance Manager / Financial Controller will take responsibility for the day-to-day running of the finance function while supporting wider commercial and strategic decision-making. The role requires someone who can combine strong technical capability with a broader perspective - understanding how the financial elements link together, and knowing when detailed analysis is required versus when a well-judged estimate is appropriate. Key responsibilities include: Leading, developing and mentoring a small finance team Full ownership of monthly management accounts, analysis and commentary Presenting financial performance in weekly leadership meetings Managing weekly reporting: invoicing, cashflow, forecasts and aged balances Enhancing cashflow forecasting and working capital management Ensuring VAT, duties and corporation tax compliance Preparing statutory accounts and group consolidation Leading the annual audit and managing the auditor relationship Owning the annual budget and periodic reforecasting Driving systems, processes and controls improvement, including contributing to an upcoming ERP upgrade (Exposure to a Sage X3 upgrade would be particularly beneficial) Working across the business (inc. sales) to extract explanations, understand drivers and strengthen commentary Acting as the fractional CFO's operational right hand, ensuring high-quality delivery Profile The ideal candidate will combine strong technical grounding with sound judgement and the confidence to operate as the senior day-to-day finance lead under a fractional CFO. The ideal candidate will be: A qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) Ideally have experience with a major ERP (SAP, Business Central, Dynamics etc.), ideally including involvement in an upgrade cycle Able to take a big-picture view, understanding how financial elements connect while complementing an existing detail-oriented Management Accountant A confident communicator who can present succinctly to senior leadership and engage effectively with teams across the business Strong across cashflow, budgeting, forecasting and working capital Comfortable leading a small team while remaining hands-on Commercially aware, curious and able to challenge constructively Capable of running day-to-day finance independently while aligned with the fractional CFO Job Offer £65,000-£70,000 salary Fully office-based role near Sevenoaks Close partnership with the fractional CFO and MD Significant ownership of day-to-day finance A senior, influential role shaping reporting, process and performance
Mar 14, 2026
Full time
A senior finance role supporting a fractional CFO and the Managing Director within a stable, privately owned business. Based fully at the head office near Sevenoaks, this position leads the small finance team, strengthens financial reporting and governance, and provides the senior capability the organisation needs, whilst still benefiting from the CFO's skills. Client Details Our client is a long-established UK business with a strong heritage and a reputation for reliability and service. Operating across multiple markets, the company maintains a collaborative culture, hands-on leadership and a commitment to continuous improvement. With a fractional CFO in place, the organisation is now hiring a capable Finance Manager / Financial Controller level candidate to elevate the day-to-day running of the function and provide higher-quality analysis and insight. Description Reporting to the fractional CFO and working closely with the MD, the Finance Manager / Financial Controller will take responsibility for the day-to-day running of the finance function while supporting wider commercial and strategic decision-making. The role requires someone who can combine strong technical capability with a broader perspective - understanding how the financial elements link together, and knowing when detailed analysis is required versus when a well-judged estimate is appropriate. Key responsibilities include: Leading, developing and mentoring a small finance team Full ownership of monthly management accounts, analysis and commentary Presenting financial performance in weekly leadership meetings Managing weekly reporting: invoicing, cashflow, forecasts and aged balances Enhancing cashflow forecasting and working capital management Ensuring VAT, duties and corporation tax compliance Preparing statutory accounts and group consolidation Leading the annual audit and managing the auditor relationship Owning the annual budget and periodic reforecasting Driving systems, processes and controls improvement, including contributing to an upcoming ERP upgrade (Exposure to a Sage X3 upgrade would be particularly beneficial) Working across the business (inc. sales) to extract explanations, understand drivers and strengthen commentary Acting as the fractional CFO's operational right hand, ensuring high-quality delivery Profile The ideal candidate will combine strong technical grounding with sound judgement and the confidence to operate as the senior day-to-day finance lead under a fractional CFO. The ideal candidate will be: A qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) Ideally have experience with a major ERP (SAP, Business Central, Dynamics etc.), ideally including involvement in an upgrade cycle Able to take a big-picture view, understanding how financial elements connect while complementing an existing detail-oriented Management Accountant A confident communicator who can present succinctly to senior leadership and engage effectively with teams across the business Strong across cashflow, budgeting, forecasting and working capital Comfortable leading a small team while remaining hands-on Commercially aware, curious and able to challenge constructively Capable of running day-to-day finance independently while aligned with the fractional CFO Job Offer £65,000-£70,000 salary Fully office-based role near Sevenoaks Close partnership with the fractional CFO and MD Significant ownership of day-to-day finance A senior, influential role shaping reporting, process and performance
Hamberley Care Management Limited
Ampthill, Bedfordshire
Be all you can be with Hamberley At Hamberley, we believe that our residents deserve something 'Extra Special, Every Day'. We're seeking a Head Chef to help us achieve our goals. As our Head chef, you will be leading, managing and be accountable for the kitchen team to achieve and maintain an exceptional dining experience for our residents. Joining us at Richmond Manor, our luxury care home that provides residential, dementia, and nursing care for older people, you'll be part of a team that is genuinely passionate about the health and well-being of our residents. We offer our colleagues: Competitive salary and benefits package 28 days holiday (inclusive of Bank Holidays) Quality bonus scheme linked to CQC rating Workplace pension A supportive and collaborative working environment Chefs Forum - meet with culinary professionals for support, opportunities for professional development, networking and training across the business/industry. Access to high street discounts via our mobile friendly HapiApp benefits platform Free onsite parking available Unlimited Refer a Friend Bonus - up to £750 per referral - t&cs apply Employee Assistance Programme, occupational health support and wellbeing services What you'll be doing Plan and prepare menus that are nutritionally balanced, varied, and cater to individual dietary requirements (e.g., diabetic, vegetarian, allergen-free). Lead the kitchen team, ensuring a safe, clean, and efficient environment that meets all health and safety standards. Oversee food ordering and stock management, maintaining cost-effective operations without compromising quality. Engage with residents to understand their preferences and ensure they enjoy mealtimes. Train and mentor kitchen staff, fostering a collaborative and professional atmosphere. Could you be part of our team? About You: We're looking for people with great organisational and people skills to join our team. Proven experience as a head chef, ideally in a care home or healthcare setting. Strong knowledge of dietary requirements, allergen management, and food safety standards. Leadership skills and the ability to inspire and manage a team. A friendly and approachable demeanor with a commitment to providing excellent customer service. Understanding of care home regulations and requirements is desirable. Empathy and a desire to make a difference to the lives of our residents Ability to multi-task, work under pressure and on own initiative in a fast-paced environment If this sounds like you and you're looking for a fulfilling role that makes a genuine impact in the lives of others, this rewarding career is for you. Join us at Ampthill's most stunning care home Richmond Manor is a luxurious care home in Ampthill, part of the award-winning Hamberley Care Homes - offering luxury care homes in beautiful locations throughout the UK. Residents live in spacious, stylish ensuite rooms, and enjoy beautifully furnished shared spaces and landscaped gardens. From the deluxe picture house - where we screen classic films - to the on-site luxury spa - offering hairdressing, manicures and relaxing therapies - everything has been designed and finished with the care and attention you would expect from a 5-star hotel. Hamberley People We respect and value our residents and each other. At Hamberley Care Homes, we believe in the importance of what we do and why we do it. Creative and empowered, our people see every day as an opportunity for growth and development. We make ideas happen. Together we can achieve anything. Be part of it!
Mar 14, 2026
Full time
Be all you can be with Hamberley At Hamberley, we believe that our residents deserve something 'Extra Special, Every Day'. We're seeking a Head Chef to help us achieve our goals. As our Head chef, you will be leading, managing and be accountable for the kitchen team to achieve and maintain an exceptional dining experience for our residents. Joining us at Richmond Manor, our luxury care home that provides residential, dementia, and nursing care for older people, you'll be part of a team that is genuinely passionate about the health and well-being of our residents. We offer our colleagues: Competitive salary and benefits package 28 days holiday (inclusive of Bank Holidays) Quality bonus scheme linked to CQC rating Workplace pension A supportive and collaborative working environment Chefs Forum - meet with culinary professionals for support, opportunities for professional development, networking and training across the business/industry. Access to high street discounts via our mobile friendly HapiApp benefits platform Free onsite parking available Unlimited Refer a Friend Bonus - up to £750 per referral - t&cs apply Employee Assistance Programme, occupational health support and wellbeing services What you'll be doing Plan and prepare menus that are nutritionally balanced, varied, and cater to individual dietary requirements (e.g., diabetic, vegetarian, allergen-free). Lead the kitchen team, ensuring a safe, clean, and efficient environment that meets all health and safety standards. Oversee food ordering and stock management, maintaining cost-effective operations without compromising quality. Engage with residents to understand their preferences and ensure they enjoy mealtimes. Train and mentor kitchen staff, fostering a collaborative and professional atmosphere. Could you be part of our team? About You: We're looking for people with great organisational and people skills to join our team. Proven experience as a head chef, ideally in a care home or healthcare setting. Strong knowledge of dietary requirements, allergen management, and food safety standards. Leadership skills and the ability to inspire and manage a team. A friendly and approachable demeanor with a commitment to providing excellent customer service. Understanding of care home regulations and requirements is desirable. Empathy and a desire to make a difference to the lives of our residents Ability to multi-task, work under pressure and on own initiative in a fast-paced environment If this sounds like you and you're looking for a fulfilling role that makes a genuine impact in the lives of others, this rewarding career is for you. Join us at Ampthill's most stunning care home Richmond Manor is a luxurious care home in Ampthill, part of the award-winning Hamberley Care Homes - offering luxury care homes in beautiful locations throughout the UK. Residents live in spacious, stylish ensuite rooms, and enjoy beautifully furnished shared spaces and landscaped gardens. From the deluxe picture house - where we screen classic films - to the on-site luxury spa - offering hairdressing, manicures and relaxing therapies - everything has been designed and finished with the care and attention you would expect from a 5-star hotel. Hamberley People We respect and value our residents and each other. At Hamberley Care Homes, we believe in the importance of what we do and why we do it. Creative and empowered, our people see every day as an opportunity for growth and development. We make ideas happen. Together we can achieve anything. Be part of it!
MyDefence is looking for a Commercial Director to join the team in the United Kingdom. As part of the company's rapid international growth, you will become a key driver of revenue growth and market expansion in the UK and the Republic of Ireland. In this role, you will lead the identification and capture of new business opportunities across the defence, government and commercial sectors while building strong relationships with customers and partners across the UK and Ireland. You will play a central role in shaping commercial campaigns, leading proposals and strengthening MyDefence's presence in the market through demonstrations, exhibitions and partner engagement. The role reports directly to the UK Director. Key Responsibilities Opportunity generation and capture: Identify, qualify and pursue new B2B and B2G opportunities, managing the full lifecycle from lead generation to contract award while maintaining strong market awareness. Customer and partner engagement: Build trusted relationships with MoD, government, integrators and industry partners, expanding partner networks and aligning customer requirements with MyDefence solutions. Bid management and contract negotiation: Lead the development of bids, proposals, and framework applications, coordinating cross-functional inputs and supporting commercial negotiations. Pipeline management and forecasting: Maintain accurate CRM reporting, manage the opportunity pipeline and track performance against revenue targets and KPIs. Customer demonstrations and market representation: Deliver product demonstrations and presentations while representing MyDefence at industry events, conferences and exhibitions. Qualifications Degree in Business, Management, Engineering or a related discipline. Significant experience in senior commercial, sales or business development roles within the defence and security sector. Proven track record of leading complex B2B and B2G sales cycles, including strategic account development, proposal management and contract negotiations. Demonstrated success operating in regulated markets with experience engaging UK MoD, government or equivalent public sector customers strongly preferred. Well-established network within defence, security or defence technology ecosystems. Holds, or is eligible to obtain, UK Security Check (SC) clearance. Fluent in English (additional languages are a bonus). As a person, you are highly motivated, organised and able to operate independently while contributing effectively to a small, high-performing team. You are a strong communicator who can influence stakeholders at all levels, including senior public and private sector leadership. You bring a solid commercial mindset and are driven by results and continuous improvement. You thrive in fast-paced environments with changing priorities while maintaining a strategic focus. You are comfortable working in international settings across cultures and time zones. What MyDefence Offers Innovative work atmosphere: A company with an expansive growth vision, providing opportunities for personal and professional development. Influence and impact: An opportunity to significantly influence and impact the full stack and design of MyDefence's C-UAS solutions. Autonomy and balance: A healthy work-life balance offering a high degree of autonomy, flexible work arrangements and a welcoming and supportive work environment. Location: Home-based in the United Kingdom (UK office location TBC soon) Start date: As soon as possible Compensation: Competitive compensation and benefits package Travel: Frequent, primarily national and occasional international travel How to Apply If you are interested in this position, please submit your resume and application by pressing the "Apply" button. Contact If you would like to know more about the position, please contact external recruiting consultant, Lotte Christensen, at . SlaterConsult is MyDefence's recruiting partner for this position. About MyDefence At MyDefence, we specialise in next-generation solutions for detecting and neutralising drone threats. Combining advanced radio frequency technology with rapid response capabilities, we develop tools designed to meet the challenges of modern warfare and security. By working closely with frontline forces, we gain real time insights into evolving drone tactics, allowing us to design systems with precision and reliability. Our solutions are built for military operations, law enforcement and homeland security, as well as the protection of critical infrastructure, including airports, corporate facilities, and high security sites. At MyDefence, we believe that innovation is the key to staying ahead of evolving security threats and that our work has the potential to make a real difference in people's lives. We have a team of world class experts, and we are constantly pushing the boundaries of what is possible in the field of defence technology. With a dynamic and diverse work environment, MyDefence is an exciting and rewarding place to work for those who are passionate about using technology to make the world a safer place. Our mission is simple: to save lives and protect what matters most.
Mar 14, 2026
Full time
MyDefence is looking for a Commercial Director to join the team in the United Kingdom. As part of the company's rapid international growth, you will become a key driver of revenue growth and market expansion in the UK and the Republic of Ireland. In this role, you will lead the identification and capture of new business opportunities across the defence, government and commercial sectors while building strong relationships with customers and partners across the UK and Ireland. You will play a central role in shaping commercial campaigns, leading proposals and strengthening MyDefence's presence in the market through demonstrations, exhibitions and partner engagement. The role reports directly to the UK Director. Key Responsibilities Opportunity generation and capture: Identify, qualify and pursue new B2B and B2G opportunities, managing the full lifecycle from lead generation to contract award while maintaining strong market awareness. Customer and partner engagement: Build trusted relationships with MoD, government, integrators and industry partners, expanding partner networks and aligning customer requirements with MyDefence solutions. Bid management and contract negotiation: Lead the development of bids, proposals, and framework applications, coordinating cross-functional inputs and supporting commercial negotiations. Pipeline management and forecasting: Maintain accurate CRM reporting, manage the opportunity pipeline and track performance against revenue targets and KPIs. Customer demonstrations and market representation: Deliver product demonstrations and presentations while representing MyDefence at industry events, conferences and exhibitions. Qualifications Degree in Business, Management, Engineering or a related discipline. Significant experience in senior commercial, sales or business development roles within the defence and security sector. Proven track record of leading complex B2B and B2G sales cycles, including strategic account development, proposal management and contract negotiations. Demonstrated success operating in regulated markets with experience engaging UK MoD, government or equivalent public sector customers strongly preferred. Well-established network within defence, security or defence technology ecosystems. Holds, or is eligible to obtain, UK Security Check (SC) clearance. Fluent in English (additional languages are a bonus). As a person, you are highly motivated, organised and able to operate independently while contributing effectively to a small, high-performing team. You are a strong communicator who can influence stakeholders at all levels, including senior public and private sector leadership. You bring a solid commercial mindset and are driven by results and continuous improvement. You thrive in fast-paced environments with changing priorities while maintaining a strategic focus. You are comfortable working in international settings across cultures and time zones. What MyDefence Offers Innovative work atmosphere: A company with an expansive growth vision, providing opportunities for personal and professional development. Influence and impact: An opportunity to significantly influence and impact the full stack and design of MyDefence's C-UAS solutions. Autonomy and balance: A healthy work-life balance offering a high degree of autonomy, flexible work arrangements and a welcoming and supportive work environment. Location: Home-based in the United Kingdom (UK office location TBC soon) Start date: As soon as possible Compensation: Competitive compensation and benefits package Travel: Frequent, primarily national and occasional international travel How to Apply If you are interested in this position, please submit your resume and application by pressing the "Apply" button. Contact If you would like to know more about the position, please contact external recruiting consultant, Lotte Christensen, at . SlaterConsult is MyDefence's recruiting partner for this position. About MyDefence At MyDefence, we specialise in next-generation solutions for detecting and neutralising drone threats. Combining advanced radio frequency technology with rapid response capabilities, we develop tools designed to meet the challenges of modern warfare and security. By working closely with frontline forces, we gain real time insights into evolving drone tactics, allowing us to design systems with precision and reliability. Our solutions are built for military operations, law enforcement and homeland security, as well as the protection of critical infrastructure, including airports, corporate facilities, and high security sites. At MyDefence, we believe that innovation is the key to staying ahead of evolving security threats and that our work has the potential to make a real difference in people's lives. We have a team of world class experts, and we are constantly pushing the boundaries of what is possible in the field of defence technology. With a dynamic and diverse work environment, MyDefence is an exciting and rewarding place to work for those who are passionate about using technology to make the world a safer place. Our mission is simple: to save lives and protect what matters most.
Description The Supervisor Plus role is new to Butlin's and presents an amazing opportunity. This individual will be the main point of contact for team during their working day and the individual ensuring that standards are checked and compliance is high across the department. They are the hands on operational driver of success. Reporting to the Manager, the Supervisor Plus will ensure daily operational plans are fulfilled by ensuring that relevant tasks and objectives are being carried out by the team and that team are in the right place at the right time to ensure we can manage fluctuating guest demand whilst keeping operational standards and guest experience high. The Supervisor Plus will cover accommodation primarily on our intake days on Monday and Friday and will work flexibly across departments where needed for the remainder of the week, focusing attentions where we need to ensure standards are high and our that our guests receive an amazing experience. The Monday and Friday requirement in accommodation is the minimum, but the Supervisor Plus may support outside of these days based on operational requirements. You will support and coach the team to ensure the deliver a great experience and are also driving any key targets such as add on sales or promotions. All Supervisor Plus Accountabilities Be the operational hands on person, ensuring that team are working effectively on all key tasks and objectives. This will vary based on the department you are based. Ensuring team are being coached to deliver key targets linked to the department - e.g. retail upselling Responsibility for CAFF audits in accommodation Responsibility for other departmental audits based on the area based e.g. sales targets/ perfect serve etc. Driving add on sales and promotions where appropriate Ensuring all stock/ proposition is available for guests. Monitoring consistent delivery of a quality guest experience in line with brand/venue guidelines. Ensuring any guest feedback is captured. Monitors NPS and takes action where possible on guest feedback. Coach and develop the team to ensure departmental plans are met. Be a champion of the Butlin's Values and Leadership Behaviours. Ensure we always have a focus on RPRPRT in the way we rota team. Be the champion for communication in your area, ensuring that key communication is always delivered from Managers to teams and that plans are executed effectively. Build and maintain strong relationships across the resort, other resorts, and Butlins central support teams. Responsibility, where required, for people support of the department, including all people tasks from onboarding through the employee life cycle. Employee life cycle refers to PDP's, performance management, required training, and any formal HR process. Be the front facing, operational delivery responsible person - turning audits and observations into action. Role Details: Supervisor Plus - Buffets Key Focus Areas Outside of Accommodation As part of the wider resort leadership team, the Supervisor Plus will also support operational excellence within our Buffets venues. The following areas outline the core expectations and focus points: 1. Food Safety Champion Lead by example in maintaining the highest standards of food safety and hygiene. Ensure all team members follow correct procedures, including temperature checks, allergen management, safe food handling, and cleaning routines. Support regular compliance audits and immediately address any issues or risks. Promote a culture where food safety is everyone's responsibility. 2. Creating a Warm, Welcoming Dining Experience Ensure guests are greeted with a friendly, attentive, and personalised welcome that reflects the Butlin's brand. Maintain an environment where families feel comfortable, relaxed, and well looked after. Step in to support guest queries and resolve issues promptly with empathy and professionalism. Role-model exceptional service standards to the team at all times. 3. Bay Replenishment & Food Quality Oversee the smooth, timely replenishment of all food bays to maintain steady availability of hot and cold items. Work closely with kitchen teams to ensure portions, presentation, and temperatures meet quality expectations. Anticipate busy periods and adjust staffing or replenishment flow to avoid delays or shortages. Ensure the buffet always looks abundant, clean, and appealing to guests. 4. Coaching & Developing the Team Provide on-shift coaching to help team members build confidence and capability. Offer feedback that is constructive, timely, and focused on both performance and behaviour. Support training of new starters, ensuring they understand buffet standards, guest interaction expectations, and food safety practices. Build a positive team culture where everyone feels valued, supported, and encouraged to grow. Supervisor Plus - Bars & Shops Key Focus Areas Outside of Accommodation In addition to their responsibilities within the Accommodation team, the Supervisor Plus will also support the smooth operation and commercial performance of our Bars & Shops venues. The following areas outline the core responsibilities and focus points for this part of the role: 1. Coaching & Developing the Team Support team members in delivering exceptional guest experience across all Bars & Shops locations. Provide powerful coaching conversations on-shift focused on service confidence, great guest interactions, and consistent delivery of brand standards. Develop team capability in sales behaviours, including upselling, cross-selling, and product knowledge. Create a motivating, supportive environment where team members feel confident to engage guests and drive results. 2. Driving Sales & Spend Per Head Actively drive revenue by supporting the team to maximise Spend Per Head through: B-Serve: Encouraging efficient ordering and guest confidence using the platform. Team behaviours: Coaching strong suggestive selling and product recommendations. RPRPRT: Reinforcing the "Right Product, Right Place, Right Time" philosophy to ensure guests always have access to what they want, when they want it. Celebrate sales successes and share best practice to help the team continually improve. 3. Reducing Queues & Dynamic Deployment Monitor guest flow and proactively move team members to where they are needed most. Reduce queues by adjusting roles on the spot, or repositioning team during peak times. Ensure guests experience minimal waiting and consistent, high-quality service. Support an agile, guest led way of working where the team responds quickly to changing demands. 4. Good Stock Practices Maintain strong stock control across Bars & Shops venues, ensuring availability without overstocking. Support accurate stock rotation, waste reduction, and compliance with stock handling procedures. Work with venue leadership to monitor variances and reinforce good habits with the team. 5. Operating in Line with Brand Standards Ensure venues are opened, operated, and closed following Butlin's brand standards and operational procedures. Maintain a safe, clean, well-presented environment at all times. Support the team in delivering consistent product quality, accurate transactions, and great guest interactions. Carry out on-shift checks to ensure compliance, guest satisfaction, and operational readiness. Supervisor Plus - Restaurants & QSRs Key Focus Areas Outside of Accommodation In addition to their Accommodation responsibilities, the Supervisor Plus will support the smooth and guest focused operation of our Restaurants and Quick Service Restaurants (QSRs). The following areas outline the key expectations for this part of the role: 1. Championing Food Safety Lead by example in consistently applying food safety and hygiene standards. Ensure all team members follow correct procedures, including allergen management, temperature checks, and appropriate cleaning cycles. Support compliance checks throughout service, swiftly acting on any issues. Foster a culture where food safety is understood, valued, and upheld by every team member. 2. Delivering a Warm, Welcoming Dining Experience Ensure every guest receives a friendly, engaging welcome that sets the tone for their meal. Create a relaxed, family friendly environment where guests feel supported and well looked after. Step in to resolve concerns quickly and confidently, maintaining a problems solving mindset. Demonstrate exceptional service behaviours for the team to model. 3. Coaching & Developing the Team Provide on shift coaching to support effective floor management, guest interaction, and service flow. Develop team capability in confidently engaging with guests, anticipating needs, and delivering smooth, attentive service. Support new team members with structured introductions to service standards and guest service expectations. Encourage a culture of continuous improvement, confidence, and positivity. 4 . click apply for full job details
Mar 14, 2026
Full time
Description The Supervisor Plus role is new to Butlin's and presents an amazing opportunity. This individual will be the main point of contact for team during their working day and the individual ensuring that standards are checked and compliance is high across the department. They are the hands on operational driver of success. Reporting to the Manager, the Supervisor Plus will ensure daily operational plans are fulfilled by ensuring that relevant tasks and objectives are being carried out by the team and that team are in the right place at the right time to ensure we can manage fluctuating guest demand whilst keeping operational standards and guest experience high. The Supervisor Plus will cover accommodation primarily on our intake days on Monday and Friday and will work flexibly across departments where needed for the remainder of the week, focusing attentions where we need to ensure standards are high and our that our guests receive an amazing experience. The Monday and Friday requirement in accommodation is the minimum, but the Supervisor Plus may support outside of these days based on operational requirements. You will support and coach the team to ensure the deliver a great experience and are also driving any key targets such as add on sales or promotions. All Supervisor Plus Accountabilities Be the operational hands on person, ensuring that team are working effectively on all key tasks and objectives. This will vary based on the department you are based. Ensuring team are being coached to deliver key targets linked to the department - e.g. retail upselling Responsibility for CAFF audits in accommodation Responsibility for other departmental audits based on the area based e.g. sales targets/ perfect serve etc. Driving add on sales and promotions where appropriate Ensuring all stock/ proposition is available for guests. Monitoring consistent delivery of a quality guest experience in line with brand/venue guidelines. Ensuring any guest feedback is captured. Monitors NPS and takes action where possible on guest feedback. Coach and develop the team to ensure departmental plans are met. Be a champion of the Butlin's Values and Leadership Behaviours. Ensure we always have a focus on RPRPRT in the way we rota team. Be the champion for communication in your area, ensuring that key communication is always delivered from Managers to teams and that plans are executed effectively. Build and maintain strong relationships across the resort, other resorts, and Butlins central support teams. Responsibility, where required, for people support of the department, including all people tasks from onboarding through the employee life cycle. Employee life cycle refers to PDP's, performance management, required training, and any formal HR process. Be the front facing, operational delivery responsible person - turning audits and observations into action. Role Details: Supervisor Plus - Buffets Key Focus Areas Outside of Accommodation As part of the wider resort leadership team, the Supervisor Plus will also support operational excellence within our Buffets venues. The following areas outline the core expectations and focus points: 1. Food Safety Champion Lead by example in maintaining the highest standards of food safety and hygiene. Ensure all team members follow correct procedures, including temperature checks, allergen management, safe food handling, and cleaning routines. Support regular compliance audits and immediately address any issues or risks. Promote a culture where food safety is everyone's responsibility. 2. Creating a Warm, Welcoming Dining Experience Ensure guests are greeted with a friendly, attentive, and personalised welcome that reflects the Butlin's brand. Maintain an environment where families feel comfortable, relaxed, and well looked after. Step in to support guest queries and resolve issues promptly with empathy and professionalism. Role-model exceptional service standards to the team at all times. 3. Bay Replenishment & Food Quality Oversee the smooth, timely replenishment of all food bays to maintain steady availability of hot and cold items. Work closely with kitchen teams to ensure portions, presentation, and temperatures meet quality expectations. Anticipate busy periods and adjust staffing or replenishment flow to avoid delays or shortages. Ensure the buffet always looks abundant, clean, and appealing to guests. 4. Coaching & Developing the Team Provide on-shift coaching to help team members build confidence and capability. Offer feedback that is constructive, timely, and focused on both performance and behaviour. Support training of new starters, ensuring they understand buffet standards, guest interaction expectations, and food safety practices. Build a positive team culture where everyone feels valued, supported, and encouraged to grow. Supervisor Plus - Bars & Shops Key Focus Areas Outside of Accommodation In addition to their responsibilities within the Accommodation team, the Supervisor Plus will also support the smooth operation and commercial performance of our Bars & Shops venues. The following areas outline the core responsibilities and focus points for this part of the role: 1. Coaching & Developing the Team Support team members in delivering exceptional guest experience across all Bars & Shops locations. Provide powerful coaching conversations on-shift focused on service confidence, great guest interactions, and consistent delivery of brand standards. Develop team capability in sales behaviours, including upselling, cross-selling, and product knowledge. Create a motivating, supportive environment where team members feel confident to engage guests and drive results. 2. Driving Sales & Spend Per Head Actively drive revenue by supporting the team to maximise Spend Per Head through: B-Serve: Encouraging efficient ordering and guest confidence using the platform. Team behaviours: Coaching strong suggestive selling and product recommendations. RPRPRT: Reinforcing the "Right Product, Right Place, Right Time" philosophy to ensure guests always have access to what they want, when they want it. Celebrate sales successes and share best practice to help the team continually improve. 3. Reducing Queues & Dynamic Deployment Monitor guest flow and proactively move team members to where they are needed most. Reduce queues by adjusting roles on the spot, or repositioning team during peak times. Ensure guests experience minimal waiting and consistent, high-quality service. Support an agile, guest led way of working where the team responds quickly to changing demands. 4. Good Stock Practices Maintain strong stock control across Bars & Shops venues, ensuring availability without overstocking. Support accurate stock rotation, waste reduction, and compliance with stock handling procedures. Work with venue leadership to monitor variances and reinforce good habits with the team. 5. Operating in Line with Brand Standards Ensure venues are opened, operated, and closed following Butlin's brand standards and operational procedures. Maintain a safe, clean, well-presented environment at all times. Support the team in delivering consistent product quality, accurate transactions, and great guest interactions. Carry out on-shift checks to ensure compliance, guest satisfaction, and operational readiness. Supervisor Plus - Restaurants & QSRs Key Focus Areas Outside of Accommodation In addition to their Accommodation responsibilities, the Supervisor Plus will support the smooth and guest focused operation of our Restaurants and Quick Service Restaurants (QSRs). The following areas outline the key expectations for this part of the role: 1. Championing Food Safety Lead by example in consistently applying food safety and hygiene standards. Ensure all team members follow correct procedures, including allergen management, temperature checks, and appropriate cleaning cycles. Support compliance checks throughout service, swiftly acting on any issues. Foster a culture where food safety is understood, valued, and upheld by every team member. 2. Delivering a Warm, Welcoming Dining Experience Ensure every guest receives a friendly, engaging welcome that sets the tone for their meal. Create a relaxed, family friendly environment where guests feel supported and well looked after. Step in to resolve concerns quickly and confidently, maintaining a problems solving mindset. Demonstrate exceptional service behaviours for the team to model. 3. Coaching & Developing the Team Provide on shift coaching to support effective floor management, guest interaction, and service flow. Develop team capability in confidently engaging with guests, anticipating needs, and delivering smooth, attentive service. Support new team members with structured introductions to service standards and guest service expectations. Encourage a culture of continuous improvement, confidence, and positivity. 4 . click apply for full job details
Financial Controller (Part time) Our client is a well-established, successful and growing family run business based in Newport, South Wales. They specialists and the supply leisure-based products, maintenance & repair and have a small supporting retail supplying accessories etc. They're seeking a capable and experienced Accountant to head up their busy and dynamic accounts department. The role will be part time, around 20 hours per week (flexible). The role will be office based at their head office in Newport. The role will be hands on, working with, supporting and mentoring, one other team member who has completed AAT level 3 and continues their studies. The role, supported by the Accounts Assistant, will include, production and overseeing of all management and statutory accounts for the business. This will include: Monthly management accounts Cashflow & business forecasting and management Management of the payroll (processed externally) Completing government surveys VAT returns Maintenance of the fixed asset register and nominal ledger Preparing audit file for yearend for submission to external accountants Reconciliation of the ledgers and banks accounts Debtor management You will ideally be motivated by continuous improvement, strong in the use of IT systems, excel and, ideally, Sage L50 and have a proven track record of delivery within a similar Senior Finance role, in a commercial business. The role offers a very friendly, family run, environment, flexibility on how the working hours are to be made up, a competitive salary, pension (3%), free onsite parking and 25 days paid holiday.
Mar 14, 2026
Full time
Financial Controller (Part time) Our client is a well-established, successful and growing family run business based in Newport, South Wales. They specialists and the supply leisure-based products, maintenance & repair and have a small supporting retail supplying accessories etc. They're seeking a capable and experienced Accountant to head up their busy and dynamic accounts department. The role will be part time, around 20 hours per week (flexible). The role will be office based at their head office in Newport. The role will be hands on, working with, supporting and mentoring, one other team member who has completed AAT level 3 and continues their studies. The role, supported by the Accounts Assistant, will include, production and overseeing of all management and statutory accounts for the business. This will include: Monthly management accounts Cashflow & business forecasting and management Management of the payroll (processed externally) Completing government surveys VAT returns Maintenance of the fixed asset register and nominal ledger Preparing audit file for yearend for submission to external accountants Reconciliation of the ledgers and banks accounts Debtor management You will ideally be motivated by continuous improvement, strong in the use of IT systems, excel and, ideally, Sage L50 and have a proven track record of delivery within a similar Senior Finance role, in a commercial business. The role offers a very friendly, family run, environment, flexibility on how the working hours are to be made up, a competitive salary, pension (3%), free onsite parking and 25 days paid holiday.
The Bukola Group is an executive search and talent advisory consultancy partnering with forward thinking organisations across the UK. As a trusted search partner, we support clients navigating complex, fast moving environments by securing exceptional senior talent. We focus on leadership appointments that shape culture, sharpen strategy, and elevate operational performance. Our work is guided by discretion, insight, and a commitment to delivering standout leadership talent. Business Development Director Department: Business Development Reporting to: Head of Sales Location: Remote, with periodic travel to Head Office, UK Employment Type: Full Time A market leading organisation within the Soft FM sector is seeking an accomplished Business Development Director to play a pivotal role in shaping and delivering its national growth strategy. Operating at pace and scale, the business is recognised for challenging traditional FM delivery models and introducing innovative, technology enabled service solutions to a diverse client base. This senior leadership position is critical to the organisation's expansion plans. You will be responsible for originating, developing, and converting major new business opportunities, while representing the company at executive level across industry, client, and partner networks. You will act as a strategic adviser to both the internal leadership team and external stakeholders, bringing commercial insight, market intelligence, and a strong command of complex solution selling. The ideal candidate will demonstrate exceptional gravitas, commercial acumen, and the ability to influence and build credibility with senior decision makers across the UK. Key Responsibilities Drive the growth agenda by securing high value, strategically aligned contracts through a sophisticated consultative sales approach. Build and maintain an influential network within priority sectors, representing the organisation with authority and professionalism. Lead the identification, shaping, and pursuit of national opportunities, developing propositions that are commercially robust and aligned with client needs. Own and direct the full sales cycle, from market engagement and bid strategy through to negotiation and successful close. Serve as a senior brand ambassador, raising the organisation's profile and positioning it as a leading FM partner of choice. Work closely with bid, estimating, and operations leaders to develop compelling, innovative solutions and ensure excellence in tender submissions and client presentations. Oversee the strategic handover of secured contracts into Operations to ensure a seamless mobilisation and strong client experience. Uphold high standards of data integrity and pipeline discipline within the CRM system. Skills & Experience Extensive experience in senior business development roles, ideally within FM or outsourced services. Demonstrated success in securing major, multi site or national contracts through complex solution selling. Strong commercial insight and the confidence to challenge, influence, and advise at Executive and C suite level. Proven track record of leading tender strategies, negotiations, and high stakes client engagements. Deep understanding of market dynamics, competitive positioning, and strategic account development. Exceptional networking skills with the ability to build relationships at senior levels across targeted sectors. Ambitious, self driven, and able to operate with autonomy while contributing to wider business strategy.
Mar 14, 2026
Full time
The Bukola Group is an executive search and talent advisory consultancy partnering with forward thinking organisations across the UK. As a trusted search partner, we support clients navigating complex, fast moving environments by securing exceptional senior talent. We focus on leadership appointments that shape culture, sharpen strategy, and elevate operational performance. Our work is guided by discretion, insight, and a commitment to delivering standout leadership talent. Business Development Director Department: Business Development Reporting to: Head of Sales Location: Remote, with periodic travel to Head Office, UK Employment Type: Full Time A market leading organisation within the Soft FM sector is seeking an accomplished Business Development Director to play a pivotal role in shaping and delivering its national growth strategy. Operating at pace and scale, the business is recognised for challenging traditional FM delivery models and introducing innovative, technology enabled service solutions to a diverse client base. This senior leadership position is critical to the organisation's expansion plans. You will be responsible for originating, developing, and converting major new business opportunities, while representing the company at executive level across industry, client, and partner networks. You will act as a strategic adviser to both the internal leadership team and external stakeholders, bringing commercial insight, market intelligence, and a strong command of complex solution selling. The ideal candidate will demonstrate exceptional gravitas, commercial acumen, and the ability to influence and build credibility with senior decision makers across the UK. Key Responsibilities Drive the growth agenda by securing high value, strategically aligned contracts through a sophisticated consultative sales approach. Build and maintain an influential network within priority sectors, representing the organisation with authority and professionalism. Lead the identification, shaping, and pursuit of national opportunities, developing propositions that are commercially robust and aligned with client needs. Own and direct the full sales cycle, from market engagement and bid strategy through to negotiation and successful close. Serve as a senior brand ambassador, raising the organisation's profile and positioning it as a leading FM partner of choice. Work closely with bid, estimating, and operations leaders to develop compelling, innovative solutions and ensure excellence in tender submissions and client presentations. Oversee the strategic handover of secured contracts into Operations to ensure a seamless mobilisation and strong client experience. Uphold high standards of data integrity and pipeline discipline within the CRM system. Skills & Experience Extensive experience in senior business development roles, ideally within FM or outsourced services. Demonstrated success in securing major, multi site or national contracts through complex solution selling. Strong commercial insight and the confidence to challenge, influence, and advise at Executive and C suite level. Proven track record of leading tender strategies, negotiations, and high stakes client engagements. Deep understanding of market dynamics, competitive positioning, and strategic account development. Exceptional networking skills with the ability to build relationships at senior levels across targeted sectors. Ambitious, self driven, and able to operate with autonomy while contributing to wider business strategy.
ProTalent are working with a well established, forward thinking accountancy firm where Outsourcing has continued to grow and the services they provide to clients widen in scope. Advances in technology continue to provide an exciting opportunity to grow further and provide an enhanced service offering and this role will support the Partners to help drive the team forward to the next level. The role would ideally suit someone with first class operational skills who also has an eye for detail and who can roll their sleeves up in ensuring we deliver a first-class service to clients. A commercial outlook is just as important as the ability to bring new ideas and efficiencies to our processes to ensure we are delivering our services as efficiently as possible. There is flexibility in the location, the candidate can be based in one of their offices in the South East of England. Main function of job Support the Partners and Directors with the service provided to clients, helping to ensure an excellent service is provided efficiently and assisting with development and growth of the services offered. Main duties Day to day responsibility and ownership for the operational delivery of our Outsourcing reporting and compliance services. Line management responsibilities for wider team Help embed, and establish where necessary, standard policies and procedures for providing our services, ensuring a consistently high service is provided to clients. Ensure VAT returns are prepared and reviewed in accordance with firm procedures. Work with central VAT team where necessary on any complex returns or questions. Ensure a quality and efficient payroll service is provided to clients. Ensure high quality and insightful monthly bookkeeping and management accounts are produced for clients. Ensure our reporting and analysis is relevant, always looking for ways to improve insight and add value to clients. Become a technology champion for the team ensuring we are keeping up to date with the latest software and developments. Lead the implementation of new software as necessary. Help train the wider team ensuring technical and systems knowledge is kept up to date. Support partners to win new work and develop services we provide to clients. Help monitor financial performance of the Outsourcing service and pricing model to ensure pricing is consistent and both competitive and sustainable. Develop relationships with clients and partners including client visits and review meetings. Qualifications / Experience ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified. 5+ years post qualification practice experience of providing similar services to clients, ideally having spent time in an Outsourcing management and delivery role. Systems Working knowledge of QuickBooks, Xero and Sage essential. Knowledge of and experience of using QuickBooks and Xero app marketplaces with good awareness of the apps available to enhance both data entry and reporting. Strong aptitude and desire for learning new systems and applications. Experience required Previous experience in a similar role/environment for example in a partnership/service sector. Particular aptitude / Skills required Must be keen to take on responsibility and ownership Hands on and self-motivating, showing lots of initiative and enthusiasm Capable of contributing to the strategic agenda along with having strong operational skills Ability to problem solve and seek resolutions Have a demonstrable collaborative, participative approach, and the ability to engage inspire and influence people at all levels in the organisation Excellent organisational skills with the ability to multi-task and meet deadlines Demonstrable organisational and project management skills Flexibility to accommodate client demands/ others' workloads Strong client service ethic, as well as being commercially minded Strong Microsoft skills, particularly in Excel
Mar 14, 2026
Full time
ProTalent are working with a well established, forward thinking accountancy firm where Outsourcing has continued to grow and the services they provide to clients widen in scope. Advances in technology continue to provide an exciting opportunity to grow further and provide an enhanced service offering and this role will support the Partners to help drive the team forward to the next level. The role would ideally suit someone with first class operational skills who also has an eye for detail and who can roll their sleeves up in ensuring we deliver a first-class service to clients. A commercial outlook is just as important as the ability to bring new ideas and efficiencies to our processes to ensure we are delivering our services as efficiently as possible. There is flexibility in the location, the candidate can be based in one of their offices in the South East of England. Main function of job Support the Partners and Directors with the service provided to clients, helping to ensure an excellent service is provided efficiently and assisting with development and growth of the services offered. Main duties Day to day responsibility and ownership for the operational delivery of our Outsourcing reporting and compliance services. Line management responsibilities for wider team Help embed, and establish where necessary, standard policies and procedures for providing our services, ensuring a consistently high service is provided to clients. Ensure VAT returns are prepared and reviewed in accordance with firm procedures. Work with central VAT team where necessary on any complex returns or questions. Ensure a quality and efficient payroll service is provided to clients. Ensure high quality and insightful monthly bookkeeping and management accounts are produced for clients. Ensure our reporting and analysis is relevant, always looking for ways to improve insight and add value to clients. Become a technology champion for the team ensuring we are keeping up to date with the latest software and developments. Lead the implementation of new software as necessary. Help train the wider team ensuring technical and systems knowledge is kept up to date. Support partners to win new work and develop services we provide to clients. Help monitor financial performance of the Outsourcing service and pricing model to ensure pricing is consistent and both competitive and sustainable. Develop relationships with clients and partners including client visits and review meetings. Qualifications / Experience ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified. 5+ years post qualification practice experience of providing similar services to clients, ideally having spent time in an Outsourcing management and delivery role. Systems Working knowledge of QuickBooks, Xero and Sage essential. Knowledge of and experience of using QuickBooks and Xero app marketplaces with good awareness of the apps available to enhance both data entry and reporting. Strong aptitude and desire for learning new systems and applications. Experience required Previous experience in a similar role/environment for example in a partnership/service sector. Particular aptitude / Skills required Must be keen to take on responsibility and ownership Hands on and self-motivating, showing lots of initiative and enthusiasm Capable of contributing to the strategic agenda along with having strong operational skills Ability to problem solve and seek resolutions Have a demonstrable collaborative, participative approach, and the ability to engage inspire and influence people at all levels in the organisation Excellent organisational skills with the ability to multi-task and meet deadlines Demonstrable organisational and project management skills Flexibility to accommodate client demands/ others' workloads Strong client service ethic, as well as being commercially minded Strong Microsoft skills, particularly in Excel
Senior FP&A Analyst £55,000 - £60,000 Permanent Hybrid Competitive Benefits REED is delighted to be further assisting an expanding, innovative technology business in the Antrim area, in the appointment of a full-time Senior FP&A Analyst on a permanent basis. This is an exciting time to be part of this local success story, who pride themselves on a positive working culture and staff retention. The role This role will report directly to the Head of FP&A and will support their direct Finance efforts which includes monthly/quarterly forecasting against budget, partnering with key business units as a trusted finance partner, building key SaaS reporting and analysis, aid the implementation of best practice processes across the Finance team, and mentor and coach other Finance colleagues. Track and report key trends and metrics to highlight opportunities and issues to senior management and to feed into the budget and forecasting process Providing support in the budgeting and forecasting process, including analysing, financial modelling, and maintaining the relevant data Develop into a trusted finance business partner across all business units Understanding and scrutinising data used for reporting, including financial and product/customer data , to ensure that they are complete, up-to-date and free from error Working with Data and Finance teams to create and maintain reports generated from key systems Automation and process improvement for the FP&A and wider finance team Supporting the development of visualisations and dashboards, which will enhance access and understanding of the available data Working with Senior Management to develop consistent and accurate reporting Ongoing ad-hoc commercial and analytical support Essential Criteria 3+ years' experience in a similar FP&A role Qualified accountant or qualified by experience (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) User of financial reporting tools such as Excel, Tableau or other visualisation tools Track record of building and mining large datasets to draw conclusions relevant to business objectives Experience of budgeting and forecasting Desirable Criteria Experience working with financial and accounting data in multiple currencies Experience of working in a SaaS organisation Experience with SQL or other relational databases would be advantageous For more information on this excellent opportunity, please contact Laurence at Reed Belfast, apply via this advertisement, or contact me confidentially on LinkedIn.
Mar 14, 2026
Full time
Senior FP&A Analyst £55,000 - £60,000 Permanent Hybrid Competitive Benefits REED is delighted to be further assisting an expanding, innovative technology business in the Antrim area, in the appointment of a full-time Senior FP&A Analyst on a permanent basis. This is an exciting time to be part of this local success story, who pride themselves on a positive working culture and staff retention. The role This role will report directly to the Head of FP&A and will support their direct Finance efforts which includes monthly/quarterly forecasting against budget, partnering with key business units as a trusted finance partner, building key SaaS reporting and analysis, aid the implementation of best practice processes across the Finance team, and mentor and coach other Finance colleagues. Track and report key trends and metrics to highlight opportunities and issues to senior management and to feed into the budget and forecasting process Providing support in the budgeting and forecasting process, including analysing, financial modelling, and maintaining the relevant data Develop into a trusted finance business partner across all business units Understanding and scrutinising data used for reporting, including financial and product/customer data , to ensure that they are complete, up-to-date and free from error Working with Data and Finance teams to create and maintain reports generated from key systems Automation and process improvement for the FP&A and wider finance team Supporting the development of visualisations and dashboards, which will enhance access and understanding of the available data Working with Senior Management to develop consistent and accurate reporting Ongoing ad-hoc commercial and analytical support Essential Criteria 3+ years' experience in a similar FP&A role Qualified accountant or qualified by experience (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) User of financial reporting tools such as Excel, Tableau or other visualisation tools Track record of building and mining large datasets to draw conclusions relevant to business objectives Experience of budgeting and forecasting Desirable Criteria Experience working with financial and accounting data in multiple currencies Experience of working in a SaaS organisation Experience with SQL or other relational databases would be advantageous For more information on this excellent opportunity, please contact Laurence at Reed Belfast, apply via this advertisement, or contact me confidentially on LinkedIn.
Axon Moore are supporting a fast paced, PE backed business in the South Yorkshire region to appoint a Head of Financial Planning and Analysis. This is a key role within the finance function and the wider business, as the business looks to bring financial data and insight to the forefront of the company strategy. As Head of Financial Planning and Analysis, this person will be both 'hands on' in the execution of the analysis and will lead an existing finance function. The ideal candidate would possess the following background and experience Ownership of financial budgets and forecast for the business Take on a leadership role in the business, reporting in to the Finance Director and managing a small team of analysts/management accountants Help to build and establish financial models that are in tune to key business drivers and provide real insight to the business Ensure appropriate tools and processes are in place to identify trends and manage performance Mange a wide range of non-financial stakeholders across the business The ideal candidate for this role should have the following skills and experience: Qualified finance leader, with similar experience as a senior FP&A professional within a large scale, reputable business Possess gravitas, able to influence, commercially minded, proactive individual
Mar 14, 2026
Full time
Axon Moore are supporting a fast paced, PE backed business in the South Yorkshire region to appoint a Head of Financial Planning and Analysis. This is a key role within the finance function and the wider business, as the business looks to bring financial data and insight to the forefront of the company strategy. As Head of Financial Planning and Analysis, this person will be both 'hands on' in the execution of the analysis and will lead an existing finance function. The ideal candidate would possess the following background and experience Ownership of financial budgets and forecast for the business Take on a leadership role in the business, reporting in to the Finance Director and managing a small team of analysts/management accountants Help to build and establish financial models that are in tune to key business drivers and provide real insight to the business Ensure appropriate tools and processes are in place to identify trends and manage performance Mange a wide range of non-financial stakeholders across the business The ideal candidate for this role should have the following skills and experience: Qualified finance leader, with similar experience as a senior FP&A professional within a large scale, reputable business Possess gravitas, able to influence, commercially minded, proactive individual
