Interim Head of People & Culture (9-month fixed term contract) Westminster, London (with hybrid working) The Role This is a high-impact opportunity for a high-calibre HR professional with the leadership skills and expertise to deliver change and support across our organisation at the highest levels. As the Head of People & Culture, you will play a key leadership role in the creation of a workforce strategy, driving the implementation of a culture change plan, and embedding HR operational change. You will act as a trusted advisor to our interim CEO and senior leaders regarding workforce planning, organisational design, culture, and people-related risks, delivering a strategy that operational teams can achieve. As a senior leader and strategic influencer, you will also oversee the delivery of core HR operations and lead change initiatives, guiding other leaders and managers through the change process with coaching and frameworks for support. Your role will also involve: - Leading and inspiring a team to deliver an agile, professional and people-centred service - Developing a wider picture of the organisation, identifying current and future needs and designing interventions for growth and transformation - Ensuring we are equipped with suitable and compliant policies, processes, and systems support - Delivering best practice across recruitment, performance management, employee relations, reward, and retention - Partaking in, and potentially leading, the delivery of strategic P&C projects and initiatives - Developing and embedding frameworks for succession planning, talent management, and capability development - Providing benchmarks across all areas of People & Culture About You To be considered as our Head of People & Culture, you will need: - Experience leading and developing HR teams - Experience of being a trusted leader of organisational change - Proven leadership experience in managing departments and teams - Strong background in navigating and advising on employee relations, including TUPE, restructures, redundancies, and other complex matters - The ability to develop, motivate and nurture relationships across departments - The ability to inspire and influence others across stakeholder groups, including staff, members and volunteers - A customer-focused mindset, with excellent communication, facilitation and data-driven decision-making skills - Strong knowledge of UK employment law, HR best practice, and safe recruitment processes - A CIPD qualification or proven substantial equivalent work experience The Benefits - Salary of circa £70,000 per annum, depending on experience - 28 days holiday per annum plus bank holidays - Benefits, including stakeholder pension scheme, life assurance, birthday leave, and optional private health cover - Other benefits as detailed in our generous and competitive benefits package At a pivotal moment at the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE), with your relevant people expertise and experience, you will gain the chance to influence organisational direction, strengthening your leadership portfolio at a strategic level through visible, significant work. What s more, although initially an interim role, for the right individual, there is the potential for this to become a permanent position where your impact will be maintained for the longer term, making this a career-defining appointment. Other organisations may call this role Head of Human Resources (HR). So, if you want to join us as our Interim Head of People & Culture, please apply via the button shown. The closing date for applications will be Sunday 22 February 2026. Please note that due to this recruitment being time sensitive, applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and the vacancy may close early if sufficient applications are received. An immediate start will be available for the right candidate. This vacancy is being advertised by Webrecruit. The services advertised by Webrecruit are those of an Employment Agency. Webrecruit and the Institution of Mechanical Engineers are equal opportunities employers, value diversity and are strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and all applicants for employment. Equal opportunities are the only acceptable way to conduct business and we believe that the more inclusive our environments are, the better our work will be.
Feb 12, 2026
Contractor
Interim Head of People & Culture (9-month fixed term contract) Westminster, London (with hybrid working) The Role This is a high-impact opportunity for a high-calibre HR professional with the leadership skills and expertise to deliver change and support across our organisation at the highest levels. As the Head of People & Culture, you will play a key leadership role in the creation of a workforce strategy, driving the implementation of a culture change plan, and embedding HR operational change. You will act as a trusted advisor to our interim CEO and senior leaders regarding workforce planning, organisational design, culture, and people-related risks, delivering a strategy that operational teams can achieve. As a senior leader and strategic influencer, you will also oversee the delivery of core HR operations and lead change initiatives, guiding other leaders and managers through the change process with coaching and frameworks for support. Your role will also involve: - Leading and inspiring a team to deliver an agile, professional and people-centred service - Developing a wider picture of the organisation, identifying current and future needs and designing interventions for growth and transformation - Ensuring we are equipped with suitable and compliant policies, processes, and systems support - Delivering best practice across recruitment, performance management, employee relations, reward, and retention - Partaking in, and potentially leading, the delivery of strategic P&C projects and initiatives - Developing and embedding frameworks for succession planning, talent management, and capability development - Providing benchmarks across all areas of People & Culture About You To be considered as our Head of People & Culture, you will need: - Experience leading and developing HR teams - Experience of being a trusted leader of organisational change - Proven leadership experience in managing departments and teams - Strong background in navigating and advising on employee relations, including TUPE, restructures, redundancies, and other complex matters - The ability to develop, motivate and nurture relationships across departments - The ability to inspire and influence others across stakeholder groups, including staff, members and volunteers - A customer-focused mindset, with excellent communication, facilitation and data-driven decision-making skills - Strong knowledge of UK employment law, HR best practice, and safe recruitment processes - A CIPD qualification or proven substantial equivalent work experience The Benefits - Salary of circa £70,000 per annum, depending on experience - 28 days holiday per annum plus bank holidays - Benefits, including stakeholder pension scheme, life assurance, birthday leave, and optional private health cover - Other benefits as detailed in our generous and competitive benefits package At a pivotal moment at the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE), with your relevant people expertise and experience, you will gain the chance to influence organisational direction, strengthening your leadership portfolio at a strategic level through visible, significant work. What s more, although initially an interim role, for the right individual, there is the potential for this to become a permanent position where your impact will be maintained for the longer term, making this a career-defining appointment. Other organisations may call this role Head of Human Resources (HR). So, if you want to join us as our Interim Head of People & Culture, please apply via the button shown. The closing date for applications will be Sunday 22 February 2026. Please note that due to this recruitment being time sensitive, applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and the vacancy may close early if sufficient applications are received. An immediate start will be available for the right candidate. This vacancy is being advertised by Webrecruit. The services advertised by Webrecruit are those of an Employment Agency. Webrecruit and the Institution of Mechanical Engineers are equal opportunities employers, value diversity and are strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and all applicants for employment. Equal opportunities are the only acceptable way to conduct business and we believe that the more inclusive our environments are, the better our work will be.
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams leading them. We'll broaden your horizons Audit quality is central to our strategy as an Audit Stream, the key ingredient to our success. Consistent high audit quality enables us to attract, develop and retain talented people and be proud of our work. Audit quality allows us to compete in the market and demonstrate that we can play a key role in market reform. Consistently high audit quality does not happen by chance. It requires a mindset and culture of challenge and professional scepticism, appropriate resources both people and intellectual, investment in central support for engagement teams and technology solutions. Within the last year we have increased our headcount significantly, invested in new partners, and commenced a significant investment programme in our Audit Quality Department. We'll help you succeed The work we do is underpinned by quality. We deliver audits which are trusted and transparent which can be relied upon by companies and their stakeholders. You'll be someone who is comfortable working pro-actively and, managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with Senior Managers, Directors, and BDO's Partners. You'll help deliver accurate and transparent reporting to all relevant stakeholders as you provide long term value. This is an opportunity for talented, high performing and ambitious Senior Manager to join the Corporate Reporting Advisory Team (CRT) in the Audit Quality Department (AQD) in an exciting period, to help to shape the role and the expanding team. You will report into the Team Partners and work closely with Directors. General responsibilities Work with Managers, Senior Managers, Directors and Partners within both AQD, the Audit Stream and across the wider firm Maintain and encourage an open and constructive environment in which to provide technical accounting support and advice Bring pre-existing financial services specialist technical accounting knowledge (this might be Banking and Alternative Finance, Fintech or Insurance focused), and experience to the CRT team and contribute to all output areas Provide support and supervision to the more junior team members. Specific responsibilities The individual will support the CRT Directors and other members of AQD, ultimately reporting to the AQD lead partners and will be responsible for the following: Technical review of a personal portfolio of annual reports of publicly traded and other higher risk companies, working with the audit team to confirm compliance with financial reporting standards, company legislation and regulatory requirements Providing clear and practical solutions to the most complex technical financial reporting queries, and act as a consultant for the more junior members of the team in your specialist area Preparing and presenting financial reporting training, updates and seminars both internally and externally Helping to develop financial reporting tools and guidance for application by the firm's partners and staff Writing articles and other publications on financial reporting matters for internal and external communications Assisting with the preparation of draft responses to external consultations in relation to legal, regulatory and financial reporting matters Monitoring external developments in financial reporting areas and, specifically in your specialist area, reporting back to the team and developing an appropriate action plan where required Supporting and coaching the more junior members of the CRT and wider AQD team. The role would be particularly suited to an individual with experience of working within the technical department of another major firm of accountants, or an experienced auditor who is looking to move into a technical role and is able to demonstrate a strong technical aptitude. The right candidate for this role will: Be ACA/ICAS qualified or overseas equivalent Be a Senior Manager in a technical team or have other relevant experience in technical financial reporting Exhibit a strong working knowledge of: IFRSs, UK GAAP, and the Companies Act Sector specialism for financial services, particularly Banking and Alternative Finance, Fintech or Insurance. The content requirements for the annual report of a company listed on either the Main Market or the AIM market of the London Stock Exchange The wider financial reporting environment, including future developments in law, regulation and emerging areas Have practical experience of performing technical reviews of annual reports of listed companies Have a proven ability to apply technical knowledge to complex financial reporting issues and provide practical and supportable solutions Demonstrate strong oral and written communication skills, and an ability to adapt as appropriate to the scenario Have an ability to create productive relationships across the firm and network and to influence other senior professionals Be willing to work as part of a close-knit team and as a self-directed individual Be highly motivated and proactive, with a desire to innovate and seek new ways of improving our service to internal customers. You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to our business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer everyone the opportunity to work in ways that suit them, their teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value and satisfying experiences at work, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions. We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
Feb 12, 2026
Full time
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams leading them. We'll broaden your horizons Audit quality is central to our strategy as an Audit Stream, the key ingredient to our success. Consistent high audit quality enables us to attract, develop and retain talented people and be proud of our work. Audit quality allows us to compete in the market and demonstrate that we can play a key role in market reform. Consistently high audit quality does not happen by chance. It requires a mindset and culture of challenge and professional scepticism, appropriate resources both people and intellectual, investment in central support for engagement teams and technology solutions. Within the last year we have increased our headcount significantly, invested in new partners, and commenced a significant investment programme in our Audit Quality Department. We'll help you succeed The work we do is underpinned by quality. We deliver audits which are trusted and transparent which can be relied upon by companies and their stakeholders. You'll be someone who is comfortable working pro-actively and, managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with Senior Managers, Directors, and BDO's Partners. You'll help deliver accurate and transparent reporting to all relevant stakeholders as you provide long term value. This is an opportunity for talented, high performing and ambitious Senior Manager to join the Corporate Reporting Advisory Team (CRT) in the Audit Quality Department (AQD) in an exciting period, to help to shape the role and the expanding team. You will report into the Team Partners and work closely with Directors. General responsibilities Work with Managers, Senior Managers, Directors and Partners within both AQD, the Audit Stream and across the wider firm Maintain and encourage an open and constructive environment in which to provide technical accounting support and advice Bring pre-existing financial services specialist technical accounting knowledge (this might be Banking and Alternative Finance, Fintech or Insurance focused), and experience to the CRT team and contribute to all output areas Provide support and supervision to the more junior team members. Specific responsibilities The individual will support the CRT Directors and other members of AQD, ultimately reporting to the AQD lead partners and will be responsible for the following: Technical review of a personal portfolio of annual reports of publicly traded and other higher risk companies, working with the audit team to confirm compliance with financial reporting standards, company legislation and regulatory requirements Providing clear and practical solutions to the most complex technical financial reporting queries, and act as a consultant for the more junior members of the team in your specialist area Preparing and presenting financial reporting training, updates and seminars both internally and externally Helping to develop financial reporting tools and guidance for application by the firm's partners and staff Writing articles and other publications on financial reporting matters for internal and external communications Assisting with the preparation of draft responses to external consultations in relation to legal, regulatory and financial reporting matters Monitoring external developments in financial reporting areas and, specifically in your specialist area, reporting back to the team and developing an appropriate action plan where required Supporting and coaching the more junior members of the CRT and wider AQD team. The role would be particularly suited to an individual with experience of working within the technical department of another major firm of accountants, or an experienced auditor who is looking to move into a technical role and is able to demonstrate a strong technical aptitude. The right candidate for this role will: Be ACA/ICAS qualified or overseas equivalent Be a Senior Manager in a technical team or have other relevant experience in technical financial reporting Exhibit a strong working knowledge of: IFRSs, UK GAAP, and the Companies Act Sector specialism for financial services, particularly Banking and Alternative Finance, Fintech or Insurance. The content requirements for the annual report of a company listed on either the Main Market or the AIM market of the London Stock Exchange The wider financial reporting environment, including future developments in law, regulation and emerging areas Have practical experience of performing technical reviews of annual reports of listed companies Have a proven ability to apply technical knowledge to complex financial reporting issues and provide practical and supportable solutions Demonstrate strong oral and written communication skills, and an ability to adapt as appropriate to the scenario Have an ability to create productive relationships across the firm and network and to influence other senior professionals Be willing to work as part of a close-knit team and as a self-directed individual Be highly motivated and proactive, with a desire to innovate and seek new ways of improving our service to internal customers. You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to our business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer everyone the opportunity to work in ways that suit them, their teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value and satisfying experiences at work, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions. We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
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Spalding, Lincolnshire
Assistant Director Finance Vacancy Type: Permanent / Full Time Hours Per Week: 37 Length of Contract: Permanent Salary Range: £86,641 £111,300 per annum Location: Boston, Spalding, Horncastle Application Deadline: 26 February 2026 Are you a strategic, forward thinking Senior Local Government Finance Leader looking for a role with genuine scale, influence and impact? Our client is seeking its next Assistant Director Finance (Deputy s151). As one of the largest and most established Partnerships of its kind, they operate seamlessly across three sovereign Councils. With Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) on the horizon, they are uniquely positioned ahead of the curve, mature in their shared arrangements, and well placed to shape the future of local government in Lincolnshire. This makes the role an exceptional platform for a senior finance professional ready to contribute to and influence major transformation at scale. Why This Role Stands Out The breadth of their Partnership, combined with their success in securing significant external funding, makes this a highly dynamic and complex finance environment. Working closely with our client s established shared s151 Officer, you will play a central role in: Leading Corporate Finance across all three Councils. Driving delivery of their Annual Delivery Plan and ambitious Transformation Plans. Shaping key strategic and financial decisions across multiple sovereign organisations. Strengthening financial governance and resilience through organisational change. Working collaboratively to ensure high quality financial services, robust performance, and effective operational delivery across the Partnership. Providing financial leadership and challenge that supports innovation, growth, and transformation. This is a rare opportunity to operate in a senior leadership role with both strategic reach and meaningful impact on local communities. The role requires regular attendance at Council and Cabinet meetings across all three Councils, including some evening commitments. About You Our client is seeking an engaging, collaborative and credible Senior Leader who brings: A strong track record in local government finance, backed by extensive technical accounting and financial management expertise. The ability to influence and build relationships across Members, Officers, colleagues, partners, and external stakeholders at regional and national level. A forward looking, solutions focused mindset with a commitment to operational excellence and continuous improvement. Proven leadership capability and the confidence to represent the Councils at a senior level. A passion for delivering positive outcomes for the people and businesses across South and East Lincolnshire. If you thrive in a complex, evolving environment and want a senior role where you can shape the future of local government across multiple Councils, they would love to hear from you. Benefits Our client offers excellent terms and conditions of employment including: Annual leave commencing at 30 days and rising to 33 days after 10 years of service. Agile and Hybrid working. Salary Sacrifice Car Lease Scheme. Employee Benefits Platform including retail, holiday, and leisure discounts. Private Medical Insurance. Cycle to Work Schemes. Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme enjoy peace of mind with generous employer contributions to a scheme designed to provide long-term financial security after your working life. To apply, you will need to submit your CV along with a supporting statement (no more than two pages) by the application deadline Thursday, 26th of February. This position is a shared role within the Partnership and forms part of the S113 agreement between the participating Partnership Councils. This is a politically restricted post. About Our Client The Council is an Equal Opportunities Employer. They are committed to ensuring all recruitment processes are non-discriminatory and that no potential or current employee is treated unfairly. The Council reserves the right to change the closing date, depending on application numbers. Interviews may be arranged virtually / in person when suitable candidates apply which may be prior to the closing date. For this role they do require the successful applicant to complete a DBS check as part of the onboarding process.
Feb 12, 2026
Full time
Assistant Director Finance Vacancy Type: Permanent / Full Time Hours Per Week: 37 Length of Contract: Permanent Salary Range: £86,641 £111,300 per annum Location: Boston, Spalding, Horncastle Application Deadline: 26 February 2026 Are you a strategic, forward thinking Senior Local Government Finance Leader looking for a role with genuine scale, influence and impact? Our client is seeking its next Assistant Director Finance (Deputy s151). As one of the largest and most established Partnerships of its kind, they operate seamlessly across three sovereign Councils. With Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) on the horizon, they are uniquely positioned ahead of the curve, mature in their shared arrangements, and well placed to shape the future of local government in Lincolnshire. This makes the role an exceptional platform for a senior finance professional ready to contribute to and influence major transformation at scale. Why This Role Stands Out The breadth of their Partnership, combined with their success in securing significant external funding, makes this a highly dynamic and complex finance environment. Working closely with our client s established shared s151 Officer, you will play a central role in: Leading Corporate Finance across all three Councils. Driving delivery of their Annual Delivery Plan and ambitious Transformation Plans. Shaping key strategic and financial decisions across multiple sovereign organisations. Strengthening financial governance and resilience through organisational change. Working collaboratively to ensure high quality financial services, robust performance, and effective operational delivery across the Partnership. Providing financial leadership and challenge that supports innovation, growth, and transformation. This is a rare opportunity to operate in a senior leadership role with both strategic reach and meaningful impact on local communities. The role requires regular attendance at Council and Cabinet meetings across all three Councils, including some evening commitments. About You Our client is seeking an engaging, collaborative and credible Senior Leader who brings: A strong track record in local government finance, backed by extensive technical accounting and financial management expertise. The ability to influence and build relationships across Members, Officers, colleagues, partners, and external stakeholders at regional and national level. A forward looking, solutions focused mindset with a commitment to operational excellence and continuous improvement. Proven leadership capability and the confidence to represent the Councils at a senior level. A passion for delivering positive outcomes for the people and businesses across South and East Lincolnshire. If you thrive in a complex, evolving environment and want a senior role where you can shape the future of local government across multiple Councils, they would love to hear from you. Benefits Our client offers excellent terms and conditions of employment including: Annual leave commencing at 30 days and rising to 33 days after 10 years of service. Agile and Hybrid working. Salary Sacrifice Car Lease Scheme. Employee Benefits Platform including retail, holiday, and leisure discounts. Private Medical Insurance. Cycle to Work Schemes. Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme enjoy peace of mind with generous employer contributions to a scheme designed to provide long-term financial security after your working life. To apply, you will need to submit your CV along with a supporting statement (no more than two pages) by the application deadline Thursday, 26th of February. This position is a shared role within the Partnership and forms part of the S113 agreement between the participating Partnership Councils. This is a politically restricted post. About Our Client The Council is an Equal Opportunities Employer. They are committed to ensuring all recruitment processes are non-discriminatory and that no potential or current employee is treated unfairly. The Council reserves the right to change the closing date, depending on application numbers. Interviews may be arranged virtually / in person when suitable candidates apply which may be prior to the closing date. For this role they do require the successful applicant to complete a DBS check as part of the onboarding process.
Note for Recruitment Agencies: We prefer to hire directly and we will be in touch with our PSL Agencies if this role is eligible for release. We do not accept speculative CVs from agencies, if speculative CVs are sent, no fee will be applicable - please direct all queries to the relevant Resourcing Partner. Site Engineer - ESD Craighead - St Andrews Galliford Try Infrastructure is looking for a Site Engineer to be based throughout our Environmental business in the East of Scotland for our ESD water framework. The Site Engineer will work on high value Scottish water projects in Craighead and other locations across the central belt and East of Scotland. What you will be doing Promote exceptional safety and deliver quality standards at all time Co-ordinate and control construction activities ensuring the project runs to schedule and budget Day to Day management of site activities, including supervising and monitoring the site operations and carrying out briefings as necessary, preparing RAMS and ensuring compliance Ensuring plant and materials are ordered and supplied as required Checking drawings and quantities, ensuring that the information is accurate for the work Maintain good client relationships at all levels Comply with Customer Impact Plan at all times Maintain and enhance ESD's reputation at all levels Ensuring that the BMS is implemented at all stages Ensuring that activities are planned, organised and monitored to ensure safety, time constraints and quality requirements are met Ensuring that all site non-conformities are reported and resolved Ensure all cost aspects are managed proactively and controls are in place Undertake such other duties, training and/or hours of work as may be reasonably required and which are consistent with the general level of responsibility of this role Take all reasonable steps to ensure appropriate confidentiality About You HND or equivalent in engineering/project management related qualification Experience of the construction/engineering industry, ideally in the water industry Track record of delivering within agreed parameters IOSH or SMSTS Safety Management CSCS Card Excellent IT skills Excellent verbal and communication skills What We Can Offer in Return With an impressive order book of over £3.8 billion we are one of the industry's leading principal contractors, affording you the opportunity to work on some of the UK's most exciting projects offering you stability as well as the chance to stretch your capabilities and realise long held career goals. You will be joining diverse teams working at a high professional level with exceptional levels of commitment. With an ambitious strategy, we're poised for further growth and success, so if you're committed, talented and enthusiastic, Galliford Try is the right place for you. We are committed to maintaining the physical and mental wellbeing of all our people, through our 'Be Well' programme which offers discounts on certain products, advice and support for a range of issues. We invest in high-quality training for employees of all levels, from our leadership development framework to our apprenticeship programmes. Through our Career Paths initiative, individuals receive tailored training and support to fulfil their potential. Our industry is all about creating talented teams that excel in their areas of expertise. As an employer, we know you are most motivated to give your best when you feel valued and engaged. Benefits Our Agile Working programme empowers you with flexibility in when, where and how you work. Where appropriate, site and office-based employees can take advantage of a wide variety of working practices, offering different amounts of structure, regularity and flexibility to suit your needs as well as those of your wider team. We put our people first and our benefits package reflects that by offering a comprehensive range of attractive options to help support your career on top of a competitive salary. Generous holiday entitlement, increasing with years of service, plus the opportunity to purchase further holidays A wide range of corporate discounts Cycle to Work schemes Comprehensive pension plan Regular Save as You Earn share purchase scheme Private medical scheme options are available for all salaried employees and our employee assistance programme also provides free 24/7 support to those who need it Paid for yearly membership to one recognised professional association relevant to your role About us Named Contractor of the Year by the Water Industry Awards, Galliford Try is one of the UK's leading construction businesses with a vision to continuously be a people-orientated, progressive business, driven by our values to deliver lasting change for our stakeholders and the communities we work in. Our purpose is to improve people's lives through building the facilities and infrastructure that communities need, providing opportunities for our people to learn, grow and progress, working with our supply chain to promote the very best working practice and caring for the environment in which we work. We do this by holding true to our values, delivering excellence for our clients and the community, being passionate about our role in providing vital services, putting integrity at the heart of our business by doing the right thing, and collaborating with our clients, supply chain and stakeholders to deliver lasting change and long-term value. For more information on this role or to enquire about other positions available within our ESD Joint Venture please contact Ryan De Stadler on Additional Information Galliford Try welcomes applications from candidates who would like to work full-time, reduced hours or flexibly and this will be discussed in more detail as part of the recruitment process. We encourage you and would be grateful if you could confirm any requirements we can reasonably fulfil to make this application a positive experience for you. Don't meet every requirement of the role? Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Galliford Try, we are committed to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every requirement of the role, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles. As a Disability Confident employer, we have committed to offer an interview to any candidate with a long-term health condition or disability that meet the essential criteria for the advertised position. Please contact the Resourcing Partner listed within the job advert if you believe this applies to you. We will also take the opportunity to discuss any adjustments required for your interview Galliford Try are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sectors of the community.
Feb 12, 2026
Full time
Note for Recruitment Agencies: We prefer to hire directly and we will be in touch with our PSL Agencies if this role is eligible for release. We do not accept speculative CVs from agencies, if speculative CVs are sent, no fee will be applicable - please direct all queries to the relevant Resourcing Partner. Site Engineer - ESD Craighead - St Andrews Galliford Try Infrastructure is looking for a Site Engineer to be based throughout our Environmental business in the East of Scotland for our ESD water framework. The Site Engineer will work on high value Scottish water projects in Craighead and other locations across the central belt and East of Scotland. What you will be doing Promote exceptional safety and deliver quality standards at all time Co-ordinate and control construction activities ensuring the project runs to schedule and budget Day to Day management of site activities, including supervising and monitoring the site operations and carrying out briefings as necessary, preparing RAMS and ensuring compliance Ensuring plant and materials are ordered and supplied as required Checking drawings and quantities, ensuring that the information is accurate for the work Maintain good client relationships at all levels Comply with Customer Impact Plan at all times Maintain and enhance ESD's reputation at all levels Ensuring that the BMS is implemented at all stages Ensuring that activities are planned, organised and monitored to ensure safety, time constraints and quality requirements are met Ensuring that all site non-conformities are reported and resolved Ensure all cost aspects are managed proactively and controls are in place Undertake such other duties, training and/or hours of work as may be reasonably required and which are consistent with the general level of responsibility of this role Take all reasonable steps to ensure appropriate confidentiality About You HND or equivalent in engineering/project management related qualification Experience of the construction/engineering industry, ideally in the water industry Track record of delivering within agreed parameters IOSH or SMSTS Safety Management CSCS Card Excellent IT skills Excellent verbal and communication skills What We Can Offer in Return With an impressive order book of over £3.8 billion we are one of the industry's leading principal contractors, affording you the opportunity to work on some of the UK's most exciting projects offering you stability as well as the chance to stretch your capabilities and realise long held career goals. You will be joining diverse teams working at a high professional level with exceptional levels of commitment. With an ambitious strategy, we're poised for further growth and success, so if you're committed, talented and enthusiastic, Galliford Try is the right place for you. We are committed to maintaining the physical and mental wellbeing of all our people, through our 'Be Well' programme which offers discounts on certain products, advice and support for a range of issues. We invest in high-quality training for employees of all levels, from our leadership development framework to our apprenticeship programmes. Through our Career Paths initiative, individuals receive tailored training and support to fulfil their potential. Our industry is all about creating talented teams that excel in their areas of expertise. As an employer, we know you are most motivated to give your best when you feel valued and engaged. Benefits Our Agile Working programme empowers you with flexibility in when, where and how you work. Where appropriate, site and office-based employees can take advantage of a wide variety of working practices, offering different amounts of structure, regularity and flexibility to suit your needs as well as those of your wider team. We put our people first and our benefits package reflects that by offering a comprehensive range of attractive options to help support your career on top of a competitive salary. Generous holiday entitlement, increasing with years of service, plus the opportunity to purchase further holidays A wide range of corporate discounts Cycle to Work schemes Comprehensive pension plan Regular Save as You Earn share purchase scheme Private medical scheme options are available for all salaried employees and our employee assistance programme also provides free 24/7 support to those who need it Paid for yearly membership to one recognised professional association relevant to your role About us Named Contractor of the Year by the Water Industry Awards, Galliford Try is one of the UK's leading construction businesses with a vision to continuously be a people-orientated, progressive business, driven by our values to deliver lasting change for our stakeholders and the communities we work in. Our purpose is to improve people's lives through building the facilities and infrastructure that communities need, providing opportunities for our people to learn, grow and progress, working with our supply chain to promote the very best working practice and caring for the environment in which we work. We do this by holding true to our values, delivering excellence for our clients and the community, being passionate about our role in providing vital services, putting integrity at the heart of our business by doing the right thing, and collaborating with our clients, supply chain and stakeholders to deliver lasting change and long-term value. For more information on this role or to enquire about other positions available within our ESD Joint Venture please contact Ryan De Stadler on Additional Information Galliford Try welcomes applications from candidates who would like to work full-time, reduced hours or flexibly and this will be discussed in more detail as part of the recruitment process. We encourage you and would be grateful if you could confirm any requirements we can reasonably fulfil to make this application a positive experience for you. Don't meet every requirement of the role? Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Galliford Try, we are committed to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every requirement of the role, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles. As a Disability Confident employer, we have committed to offer an interview to any candidate with a long-term health condition or disability that meet the essential criteria for the advertised position. Please contact the Resourcing Partner listed within the job advert if you believe this applies to you. We will also take the opportunity to discuss any adjustments required for your interview Galliford Try are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sectors of the community.
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams leading them. We'll broaden your horizons Audit quality is central to our strategy as an Audit Stream, the key ingredient to our success. Consistent high audit quality enables us to attract, develop and retain talented people and be proud of our work. Audit quality allows us to compete in the market and demonstrate that we can play a key role in market reform. Consistently high audit quality does not happen by chance. It requires a mindset and culture of challenge and professional scepticism, appropriate resources both people and intellectual, investment in central support for engagement teams and technology solutions. Within the last year we have increased our headcount significantly, invested in new partners, and commenced a significant investment programme in our Audit Quality Department. We'll help you succeed The work we do is underpinned by quality. We deliver audits which are trusted and transparent which can be relied upon by companies and their stakeholders. You'll be someone who is comfortable working pro-actively and, managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with Senior Managers, Directors, and BDO's Partners. You'll help deliver accurate and transparent reporting to all relevant stakeholders as you provide long term value. This is an opportunity for talented, high performing and ambitious Senior Manager to join the Corporate Reporting Advisory Team (CRT) in the Audit Quality Department (AQD) in an exciting period, to help to shape the role and the expanding team. You will report into the Team Partners and work closely with Directors. General responsibilities Work with Managers, Senior Managers, Directors and Partners within both AQD, the Audit Stream and across the wider firm Maintain and encourage an open and constructive environment in which to provide technical accounting support and advice Bring pre-existing financial services specialist technical accounting knowledge (this might be Banking and Alternative Finance, Fintech or Insurance focused), and experience to the CRT team and contribute to all output areas Provide support and supervision to the more junior team members. Specific responsibilities The individual will support the CRT Directors and other members of AQD, ultimately reporting to the AQD lead partners and will be responsible for the following: Technical review of a personal portfolio of annual reports of publicly traded and other higher risk companies, working with the audit team to confirm compliance with financial reporting standards, company legislation and regulatory requirements Providing clear and practical solutions to the most complex technical financial reporting queries, and act as a consultant for the more junior members of the team in your specialist area Preparing and presenting financial reporting training, updates and seminars both internally and externally Helping to develop financial reporting tools and guidance for application by the firm's partners and staff Writing articles and other publications on financial reporting matters for internal and external communications Assisting with the preparation of draft responses to external consultations in relation to legal, regulatory and financial reporting matters Monitoring external developments in financial reporting areas and, specifically in your specialist area, reporting back to the team and developing an appropriate action plan where required Supporting and coaching the more junior members of the CRT and wider AQD team. The role would be particularly suited to an individual with experience of working within the technical department of another major firm of accountants, or an experienced auditor who is looking to move into a technical role and is able to demonstrate a strong technical aptitude. The right candidate for this role will: Be ACA/ICAS qualified or overseas equivalent Be a Senior Manager in a technical team or have other relevant experience in technical financial reporting Exhibit a strong working knowledge of: IFRSs, UK GAAP, and the Companies Act Sector specialism for financial services, particularly Banking and Alternative Finance, Fintech or Insurance. The content requirements for the annual report of a company listed on either the Main Market or the AIM market of the London Stock Exchange The wider financial reporting environment, including future developments in law, regulation and emerging areas Have practical experience of performing technical reviews of annual reports of listed companies Have a proven ability to apply technical knowledge to complex financial reporting issues and provide practical and supportable solutions Demonstrate strong oral and written communication skills, and an ability to adapt as appropriate to the scenario Have an ability to create productive relationships across the firm and network and to influence other senior professionals Be willing to work as part of a close-knit team and as a self-directed individual Be highly motivated and proactive, with a desire to innovate and seek new ways of improving our service to internal customers. You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to our business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer everyone the opportunity to work in ways that suit them, their teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value and satisfying experiences at work, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions. We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
Feb 12, 2026
Full time
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams leading them. We'll broaden your horizons Audit quality is central to our strategy as an Audit Stream, the key ingredient to our success. Consistent high audit quality enables us to attract, develop and retain talented people and be proud of our work. Audit quality allows us to compete in the market and demonstrate that we can play a key role in market reform. Consistently high audit quality does not happen by chance. It requires a mindset and culture of challenge and professional scepticism, appropriate resources both people and intellectual, investment in central support for engagement teams and technology solutions. Within the last year we have increased our headcount significantly, invested in new partners, and commenced a significant investment programme in our Audit Quality Department. We'll help you succeed The work we do is underpinned by quality. We deliver audits which are trusted and transparent which can be relied upon by companies and their stakeholders. You'll be someone who is comfortable working pro-actively and, managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with Senior Managers, Directors, and BDO's Partners. You'll help deliver accurate and transparent reporting to all relevant stakeholders as you provide long term value. This is an opportunity for talented, high performing and ambitious Senior Manager to join the Corporate Reporting Advisory Team (CRT) in the Audit Quality Department (AQD) in an exciting period, to help to shape the role and the expanding team. You will report into the Team Partners and work closely with Directors. General responsibilities Work with Managers, Senior Managers, Directors and Partners within both AQD, the Audit Stream and across the wider firm Maintain and encourage an open and constructive environment in which to provide technical accounting support and advice Bring pre-existing financial services specialist technical accounting knowledge (this might be Banking and Alternative Finance, Fintech or Insurance focused), and experience to the CRT team and contribute to all output areas Provide support and supervision to the more junior team members. Specific responsibilities The individual will support the CRT Directors and other members of AQD, ultimately reporting to the AQD lead partners and will be responsible for the following: Technical review of a personal portfolio of annual reports of publicly traded and other higher risk companies, working with the audit team to confirm compliance with financial reporting standards, company legislation and regulatory requirements Providing clear and practical solutions to the most complex technical financial reporting queries, and act as a consultant for the more junior members of the team in your specialist area Preparing and presenting financial reporting training, updates and seminars both internally and externally Helping to develop financial reporting tools and guidance for application by the firm's partners and staff Writing articles and other publications on financial reporting matters for internal and external communications Assisting with the preparation of draft responses to external consultations in relation to legal, regulatory and financial reporting matters Monitoring external developments in financial reporting areas and, specifically in your specialist area, reporting back to the team and developing an appropriate action plan where required Supporting and coaching the more junior members of the CRT and wider AQD team. The role would be particularly suited to an individual with experience of working within the technical department of another major firm of accountants, or an experienced auditor who is looking to move into a technical role and is able to demonstrate a strong technical aptitude. The right candidate for this role will: Be ACA/ICAS qualified or overseas equivalent Be a Senior Manager in a technical team or have other relevant experience in technical financial reporting Exhibit a strong working knowledge of: IFRSs, UK GAAP, and the Companies Act Sector specialism for financial services, particularly Banking and Alternative Finance, Fintech or Insurance. The content requirements for the annual report of a company listed on either the Main Market or the AIM market of the London Stock Exchange The wider financial reporting environment, including future developments in law, regulation and emerging areas Have practical experience of performing technical reviews of annual reports of listed companies Have a proven ability to apply technical knowledge to complex financial reporting issues and provide practical and supportable solutions Demonstrate strong oral and written communication skills, and an ability to adapt as appropriate to the scenario Have an ability to create productive relationships across the firm and network and to influence other senior professionals Be willing to work as part of a close-knit team and as a self-directed individual Be highly motivated and proactive, with a desire to innovate and seek new ways of improving our service to internal customers. You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to our business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer everyone the opportunity to work in ways that suit them, their teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value and satisfying experiences at work, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions. We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams leading them. We'll broaden your horizons Audit quality is central to our strategy as an Audit Stream, the key ingredient to our success. Consistent high audit quality enables us to attract, develop and retain talented people and be proud of our work. Audit quality allows us to compete in the market and demonstrate that we can play a key role in market reform. Consistently high audit quality does not happen by chance. It requires a mindset and culture of challenge and professional scepticism, appropriate resources both people and intellectual, investment in central support for engagement teams and technology solutions. Within the last year we have increased our headcount significantly, invested in new partners, and commenced a significant investment programme in our Audit Quality Department. We'll help you succeed The work we do is underpinned by quality. We deliver audits which are trusted and transparent which can be relied upon by companies and their stakeholders. You'll be someone who is comfortable working pro-actively and, managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with Senior Managers, Directors, and BDO's Partners. You'll help deliver accurate and transparent reporting to all relevant stakeholders as you provide long term value. This is an opportunity for talented, high performing and ambitious Senior Manager to join the Corporate Reporting Advisory Team (CRT) in the Audit Quality Department (AQD) in an exciting period, to help to shape the role and the expanding team. You will report into the Team Partners and work closely with Directors. General responsibilities Work with Managers, Senior Managers, Directors and Partners within both AQD, the Audit Stream and across the wider firm Maintain and encourage an open and constructive environment in which to provide technical accounting support and advice Bring pre-existing financial services specialist technical accounting knowledge (this might be Banking and Alternative Finance, Fintech or Insurance focused), and experience to the CRT team and contribute to all output areas Provide support and supervision to the more junior team members. Specific responsibilities The individual will support the CRT Directors and other members of AQD, ultimately reporting to the AQD lead partners and will be responsible for the following: Technical review of a personal portfolio of annual reports of publicly traded and other higher risk companies, working with the audit team to confirm compliance with financial reporting standards, company legislation and regulatory requirements Providing clear and practical solutions to the most complex technical financial reporting queries, and act as a consultant for the more junior members of the team in your specialist area Preparing and presenting financial reporting training, updates and seminars both internally and externally Helping to develop financial reporting tools and guidance for application by the firm's partners and staff Writing articles and other publications on financial reporting matters for internal and external communications Assisting with the preparation of draft responses to external consultations in relation to legal, regulatory and financial reporting matters Monitoring external developments in financial reporting areas and, specifically in your specialist area, reporting back to the team and developing an appropriate action plan where required Supporting and coaching the more junior members of the CRT and wider AQD team. The role would be particularly suited to an individual with experience of working within the technical department of another major firm of accountants, or an experienced auditor who is looking to move into a technical role and is able to demonstrate a strong technical aptitude. The right candidate for this role will: Be ACA/ICAS qualified or overseas equivalent Be a Senior Manager in a technical team or have other relevant experience in technical financial reporting Exhibit a strong working knowledge of: IFRSs, UK GAAP, and the Companies Act Sector specialism for financial services, particularly Banking and Alternative Finance, Fintech or Insurance. The content requirements for the annual report of a company listed on either the Main Market or the AIM market of the London Stock Exchange The wider financial reporting environment, including future developments in law, regulation and emerging areas Have practical experience of performing technical reviews of annual reports of listed companies Have a proven ability to apply technical knowledge to complex financial reporting issues and provide practical and supportable solutions Demonstrate strong oral and written communication skills, and an ability to adapt as appropriate to the scenario Have an ability to create productive relationships across the firm and network and to influence other senior professionals Be willing to work as part of a close-knit team and as a self-directed individual Be highly motivated and proactive, with a desire to innovate and seek new ways of improving our service to internal customers. You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to our business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer everyone the opportunity to work in ways that suit them, their teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value and satisfying experiences at work, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions. We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
Feb 12, 2026
Full time
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams leading them. We'll broaden your horizons Audit quality is central to our strategy as an Audit Stream, the key ingredient to our success. Consistent high audit quality enables us to attract, develop and retain talented people and be proud of our work. Audit quality allows us to compete in the market and demonstrate that we can play a key role in market reform. Consistently high audit quality does not happen by chance. It requires a mindset and culture of challenge and professional scepticism, appropriate resources both people and intellectual, investment in central support for engagement teams and technology solutions. Within the last year we have increased our headcount significantly, invested in new partners, and commenced a significant investment programme in our Audit Quality Department. We'll help you succeed The work we do is underpinned by quality. We deliver audits which are trusted and transparent which can be relied upon by companies and their stakeholders. You'll be someone who is comfortable working pro-actively and, managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with Senior Managers, Directors, and BDO's Partners. You'll help deliver accurate and transparent reporting to all relevant stakeholders as you provide long term value. This is an opportunity for talented, high performing and ambitious Senior Manager to join the Corporate Reporting Advisory Team (CRT) in the Audit Quality Department (AQD) in an exciting period, to help to shape the role and the expanding team. You will report into the Team Partners and work closely with Directors. General responsibilities Work with Managers, Senior Managers, Directors and Partners within both AQD, the Audit Stream and across the wider firm Maintain and encourage an open and constructive environment in which to provide technical accounting support and advice Bring pre-existing financial services specialist technical accounting knowledge (this might be Banking and Alternative Finance, Fintech or Insurance focused), and experience to the CRT team and contribute to all output areas Provide support and supervision to the more junior team members. Specific responsibilities The individual will support the CRT Directors and other members of AQD, ultimately reporting to the AQD lead partners and will be responsible for the following: Technical review of a personal portfolio of annual reports of publicly traded and other higher risk companies, working with the audit team to confirm compliance with financial reporting standards, company legislation and regulatory requirements Providing clear and practical solutions to the most complex technical financial reporting queries, and act as a consultant for the more junior members of the team in your specialist area Preparing and presenting financial reporting training, updates and seminars both internally and externally Helping to develop financial reporting tools and guidance for application by the firm's partners and staff Writing articles and other publications on financial reporting matters for internal and external communications Assisting with the preparation of draft responses to external consultations in relation to legal, regulatory and financial reporting matters Monitoring external developments in financial reporting areas and, specifically in your specialist area, reporting back to the team and developing an appropriate action plan where required Supporting and coaching the more junior members of the CRT and wider AQD team. The role would be particularly suited to an individual with experience of working within the technical department of another major firm of accountants, or an experienced auditor who is looking to move into a technical role and is able to demonstrate a strong technical aptitude. The right candidate for this role will: Be ACA/ICAS qualified or overseas equivalent Be a Senior Manager in a technical team or have other relevant experience in technical financial reporting Exhibit a strong working knowledge of: IFRSs, UK GAAP, and the Companies Act Sector specialism for financial services, particularly Banking and Alternative Finance, Fintech or Insurance. The content requirements for the annual report of a company listed on either the Main Market or the AIM market of the London Stock Exchange The wider financial reporting environment, including future developments in law, regulation and emerging areas Have practical experience of performing technical reviews of annual reports of listed companies Have a proven ability to apply technical knowledge to complex financial reporting issues and provide practical and supportable solutions Demonstrate strong oral and written communication skills, and an ability to adapt as appropriate to the scenario Have an ability to create productive relationships across the firm and network and to influence other senior professionals Be willing to work as part of a close-knit team and as a self-directed individual Be highly motivated and proactive, with a desire to innovate and seek new ways of improving our service to internal customers. You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to our business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer everyone the opportunity to work in ways that suit them, their teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value and satisfying experiences at work, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions. We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
Job title: Senior Brand Manager Job reference number: SH153 Contract: Permanent, full time, 35 hours per week Location: London-based with hybrid working (min 2 days per week in office) Salary: circa. £58,000 per annum Can your creativity and strategic brand insight help us achieve our purpose, to accelerate progress? We are looking for a talented and imaginative Senior Brand Manager to join our Brand and Creative Content team at Charities Aid Foundation (CAF). What you'll do At CAF, every one of us contributes to our impact. As our Senior Brand Manager, your experience managing brands, shaping brand strategies and driving creative projects, will empower our people to tell CAF's story, enable our insights and messages to cut through, and our support work with donors and social purpose organisations to deliver positive change. As our Senior Brand Manager, you will: Partner with the Head of Brand and Creative Content, to develop a successful global strategic brand approach, aligned with CAF's long term organisational objectives and values and promoting impact. Help to craft a compelling creative identity for CAF, fostering a culture of creative problem solving within the Brand and Creative Content team, and across CAF more widely. Run CAF's in house creative studio, managing two Senior Creative Designers, alongside our external network of agencies and freelancers, and partner with marketing colleagues in the UK and US, to produce high quality creative work that helps CAF reach its audiences and achieve its strategic objectives and impact. Drive our creative briefing process and production schedule, targeting the most efficient ways of working and allocation of resources to deliver excellent user focused work to time and budget, and maximise return on investment for our brand spend. Promote ethical brand practices, safeguarding, and responsible story telling principles across our work - collaborating with our Executive Affairs. Legal and Compliance teams to help manage reputational risk and maintain public trust in CAF's brand. Empower CAF colleagues across all regions, to deliver a positive brand experience at influential touchpoints, advising teams including our product, giving, impact, operational and support service experts, to embed brand consideration at every stage of our organisation's evolution. Who you'll be This role is for you if you have experience of working in brand management within a complex organisation, ideally in the charitable, social purpose, financial services or values driven sectors, or have relevant transferable skills and are keen to make a difference to society. We are looking for: A natural collaborator, equipped to influence, advise and partner with CAF teams, across regions and disciplines, as well as external stakeholders, to deliver an integrated and authentic brand experience at CAF. Evidence of designing and delivering successful brand strategies, in partnership with multi functional teams, that generate brand awareness, reinforce brand equity and drive impactful growth. An imaginative, problem solving mindset, backed up with the skills and experience to think strategically and foster a collaborative, inspiring and agile environment for creative work. Exceptional design and creative judgement, with the capability to uphold a high creative standard and articulate a compelling creative and brand vision. Strong leadership and organisational skills, able to nurture a team of creatives, alongside managing and prioritising competing demands, planned programmes of work and ad hoc requests. An outstanding communicator, with the ability to champion CAF's brand story, and engage colleagues at all levels with practical, user focused brand guidance, tools and training. What's in it for you At CAF you will receive: Permanent hybrid ways of working where roles allow Six weeks holiday plus bank holidays A wide range of development opportunities to support personal and professional growth Pension scheme with better than market employer contribution options Social impact benefit schemes For all our employer benefits and to gain an insight into our culture and values, please visit cafonline.org/careers. Who we are At the Charities Aid Foundation, we accelerate social progress by providing essential connections between donors, charities and communities. We safeguard and deliver vital donations, offer expert advisory services and financial products to donors and charities, and provide tailored charity banking through our award winning bank CAF Bank. Our purpose is to enable a better landscape for giving and a fair and sustainable future for all. Diversity and inclusion We know that the more diverse and inclusive our organisation becomes, the more creative, effective and impactful we will be. Our aim is for our workforce to represent the society we serve, and we have embarked upon an ambitious pathway to achieve this. We want to attract, retain and develop the best of talent at all levels, and provide a leading and great place to work, where every voice matters. How to apply The closing date for applications is 20 February 2026 Interview date: Please complete the form below, attach your CV and Cover letter, then click 'Submit Application' if applying via our website or send your CV and cover letter to quoting reference number SH153 Please contact our Recruitment team at or to find out more about the role, together with a detailed job description We welcome applications from everyone who feels they meet the criteria, regardless of age, sex/gender, disability, race, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, marital, veteran or parental status. Don't meet every single requirement? If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may just be the right candidate for this or other roles. As a Disability Confident Employer, we guarantee to interview disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the role. Please indicate on the application form if you would like to be considered as part of the Disability Confident Scheme. To apply for this role you must be able to provide proof of your Right to Work in the UK. So we can support you to be your best during the application or interview process, please contact our Recruitment team at or to request assistance or reasonable adjustments.
Feb 12, 2026
Full time
Job title: Senior Brand Manager Job reference number: SH153 Contract: Permanent, full time, 35 hours per week Location: London-based with hybrid working (min 2 days per week in office) Salary: circa. £58,000 per annum Can your creativity and strategic brand insight help us achieve our purpose, to accelerate progress? We are looking for a talented and imaginative Senior Brand Manager to join our Brand and Creative Content team at Charities Aid Foundation (CAF). What you'll do At CAF, every one of us contributes to our impact. As our Senior Brand Manager, your experience managing brands, shaping brand strategies and driving creative projects, will empower our people to tell CAF's story, enable our insights and messages to cut through, and our support work with donors and social purpose organisations to deliver positive change. As our Senior Brand Manager, you will: Partner with the Head of Brand and Creative Content, to develop a successful global strategic brand approach, aligned with CAF's long term organisational objectives and values and promoting impact. Help to craft a compelling creative identity for CAF, fostering a culture of creative problem solving within the Brand and Creative Content team, and across CAF more widely. Run CAF's in house creative studio, managing two Senior Creative Designers, alongside our external network of agencies and freelancers, and partner with marketing colleagues in the UK and US, to produce high quality creative work that helps CAF reach its audiences and achieve its strategic objectives and impact. Drive our creative briefing process and production schedule, targeting the most efficient ways of working and allocation of resources to deliver excellent user focused work to time and budget, and maximise return on investment for our brand spend. Promote ethical brand practices, safeguarding, and responsible story telling principles across our work - collaborating with our Executive Affairs. Legal and Compliance teams to help manage reputational risk and maintain public trust in CAF's brand. Empower CAF colleagues across all regions, to deliver a positive brand experience at influential touchpoints, advising teams including our product, giving, impact, operational and support service experts, to embed brand consideration at every stage of our organisation's evolution. Who you'll be This role is for you if you have experience of working in brand management within a complex organisation, ideally in the charitable, social purpose, financial services or values driven sectors, or have relevant transferable skills and are keen to make a difference to society. We are looking for: A natural collaborator, equipped to influence, advise and partner with CAF teams, across regions and disciplines, as well as external stakeholders, to deliver an integrated and authentic brand experience at CAF. Evidence of designing and delivering successful brand strategies, in partnership with multi functional teams, that generate brand awareness, reinforce brand equity and drive impactful growth. An imaginative, problem solving mindset, backed up with the skills and experience to think strategically and foster a collaborative, inspiring and agile environment for creative work. Exceptional design and creative judgement, with the capability to uphold a high creative standard and articulate a compelling creative and brand vision. Strong leadership and organisational skills, able to nurture a team of creatives, alongside managing and prioritising competing demands, planned programmes of work and ad hoc requests. An outstanding communicator, with the ability to champion CAF's brand story, and engage colleagues at all levels with practical, user focused brand guidance, tools and training. What's in it for you At CAF you will receive: Permanent hybrid ways of working where roles allow Six weeks holiday plus bank holidays A wide range of development opportunities to support personal and professional growth Pension scheme with better than market employer contribution options Social impact benefit schemes For all our employer benefits and to gain an insight into our culture and values, please visit cafonline.org/careers. Who we are At the Charities Aid Foundation, we accelerate social progress by providing essential connections between donors, charities and communities. We safeguard and deliver vital donations, offer expert advisory services and financial products to donors and charities, and provide tailored charity banking through our award winning bank CAF Bank. Our purpose is to enable a better landscape for giving and a fair and sustainable future for all. Diversity and inclusion We know that the more diverse and inclusive our organisation becomes, the more creative, effective and impactful we will be. Our aim is for our workforce to represent the society we serve, and we have embarked upon an ambitious pathway to achieve this. We want to attract, retain and develop the best of talent at all levels, and provide a leading and great place to work, where every voice matters. How to apply The closing date for applications is 20 February 2026 Interview date: Please complete the form below, attach your CV and Cover letter, then click 'Submit Application' if applying via our website or send your CV and cover letter to quoting reference number SH153 Please contact our Recruitment team at or to find out more about the role, together with a detailed job description We welcome applications from everyone who feels they meet the criteria, regardless of age, sex/gender, disability, race, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, marital, veteran or parental status. Don't meet every single requirement? If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may just be the right candidate for this or other roles. As a Disability Confident Employer, we guarantee to interview disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the role. Please indicate on the application form if you would like to be considered as part of the Disability Confident Scheme. To apply for this role you must be able to provide proof of your Right to Work in the UK. So we can support you to be your best during the application or interview process, please contact our Recruitment team at or to request assistance or reasonable adjustments.
About Our Client This organisation operates in the not for profit sector and is well regarded for its impactful work. It is a medium sized organisation. The charity's shared purpose is to protect the diversity of life on Earth, for the survival of the planet and its people. We work closely with local conservation partners around the world to save nature, together. We harness this collective expertise to inspire positive change globally. Purpose To lead, shape and deliver the strategic direction of IT globally, ensuring that our systems, services, and infrastructure are robust, forward looking, and support the operational and strategic goals of the charity, combining strategic leadership with hands on technical input. To drive digital innovation, enhance organisational systems, and lead the integration of technology across global operations. To play a key role in ensuring compliance with regulatory frameworks, including UK charity regulations and GDPR, while embedding digital transformation in support of the charity's vital work protecting nature around the world. Job Description Responsibilities Strategic Leadership & IT Governance Develop and deliver a forward looking IT strategy that aligns with the charity's conservation and operational objectives, ensuring systems are efficient and secure. As the senior IT advisor to the Senior Leadership Team, provide strategic guidance on digital innovation, emerging technologies, and sector relevant trends. Develop and maintain IT policies and operational standards aligned with charity sector best practice, fostering accountability, sustainability, and a strong culture of cyber risk awareness. Ensure robust, inclusive infrastructure that enables access, capacity, and resilience across the charity's global teams, including those in remote or low connectivity settings. Lead the selection and management of key external service providers, including the University of Cambridge, ensuring high quality partnerships and service delivery. IT Operations and Service Delivery Provide oversight of IT services across the charity's global locations. Ensure staff have the IT equipment that is fit for purpose, maintained appropriately, cost effective, and integrated in organisational systems. Oversee IT asset lifecycle management, ensuring procurement and disposal are undertaken ethically, sustainably, and in compliance with UK and international regulations. External Provider Management Lead procurement, selection, and ongoing relationships with outsourced IT and telecommunication providers, ensuring accountability, value for money, contract compliance, and high service performance. Information Systems & Digital Development Oversee the development, integration and continuous improvement of internal systems to support knowledge sharing, collaboration, and efficient IT system deployment across the global organisation. Collaborate across departments to identify IT needs and deliver solutions that are user informed and operationally aligned. Play a key role in shaping and executing our global AI strategy. Support and enable digital transformation initiatives that improve conservation impact, organisational efficiency, and staff engagement, and lead on change management to support adoption and ensure continuous improvement. Cybersecurity, Data Protection & Regulatory Compliance Lead on cybersecurity strategy, ensuring robust frameworks are in place to protect sensitive data and organisational assets, business continuity planning and disaster recovery, ensuring organisational resilience in the event of disruption. Ensure compliance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR), charity specific data requirements, and other relevant information governance standards. Maintain effective systems for data access control, management of cyber risks, and regular data security training across all offices. Leadership and Team Development Lead and support the IT team, fostering a culture of service excellence, continuous learning, and innovation. Provide effective line management through objective setting, continuous performance review, training provision and personal development planning. Oversee the day to day functioning of the IT department, including troubleshooting and resolution of technical issues, as well as contributing to the team's project delivery. Budgeting and Financial Stewardship Lead the IT budgeting and financial planning process, providing insight to support long term IT and systems investment planning. Monitor IT expenditure and contracts, to ensure value for money and service delivery Digital Communications & Collaboration Ensure the charity communication systems, including voice, video, mobile, and digital collaboration platforms, are secure, scalable, and fit for a globally distributed, hybrid working organisation. Continuously evaluate and enhance tools to support seamless internal collaboration, external engagement, and agile working across time zones and geographies. Policy Implementation and Training Lead on the communication and implementation of IT policies and procedures. The Successful Applicant Based in Cambridge, the charity supports around 600 employees globally with additional support from an external IT agency. The role requires a strategic mindset and the ability to be hands on operationally. You will manage the current IT Manager, with a view to growing this to 4 or 5 FTE. The role requires a strategic mindset and the ability to be hands on operationally. You will shape and deliver the strategic direction of our technology landscape, ensuring that our systems, services, and infrastructure are robust, forward looking, and aligned with our mission. You'll drive digital innovation, enhance organisational systems, and lead the integration of technology across global operations. You also play a key role in ensuring compliance with regulatory frameworks, including UK charity regulations and GDPR, while embedding digital transformation in support of the charity's vital work protecting nature around the world. Essential Requirements Demonstrable ability to lead, manage and motivate a small team, being strategically minded as well as hands on within the role. Experience in leading and implementing organisational change related to technology implementation and adoption. Excellent understanding of IT security principles, including risk management, data protection, and cybersecurity best practices. Demonstrable experience in a senior IT leadership role, preferably within a global or multi site organisation. Detailed knowledge and understanding of Information Management and Information Security Standards, and proven ability to utilise management information, processes and technology to enhance the quality of IT and Digital services and to monitor performance. Extensive knowledge and understanding of existing and emerging technologies and how these can impact organisational efficiency. Ability to develop and implement comprehensive IT strategies aligned with organisational goals. Committed to the delivery of customer focused services and continuous service improvement. Ability to build effective organisational relationships. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Excellent interpersonal skills, with ability to influence effectively at all levels. Excellent organisation, prioritisation and time management skills. Educated to degree level or equivalent through relevant training and experience in fields related to business, computer science, or extensive equivalent professional IT leadership experience Desirable (but not essential) Understanding of the global IT landscape and the challenges and opportunities it presents. Experience in the Charity sector. Behaviours Proactive and able to adapt quickly and effectively. Excellent team player, with the ability to work independently. Hands on and 'can do' approach. Culturally sensitive. Flexible to respond to the demands of operating across different time zones. Enjoys mentoring and training, researching issues and solving problems. Other Commitment to and empathy with the charity's mission and vision. Ability to undertake international travel. Pre existing right to work in the UK. What's on Offer The starting salary for the role will be £70,000 + bens. Employer pension contribution of 8% of salary after 3 months' continuous service. Group Life insurance, currently set at a benefit of 4 x basic salary 25 working days' annual holiday entitlement plus Public/Bank Holidays and any normal working days that fall between 24 December and 1 January inclusive, during which time the charity UK offices are closed. Hybrid working practices in place.
Feb 12, 2026
Full time
About Our Client This organisation operates in the not for profit sector and is well regarded for its impactful work. It is a medium sized organisation. The charity's shared purpose is to protect the diversity of life on Earth, for the survival of the planet and its people. We work closely with local conservation partners around the world to save nature, together. We harness this collective expertise to inspire positive change globally. Purpose To lead, shape and deliver the strategic direction of IT globally, ensuring that our systems, services, and infrastructure are robust, forward looking, and support the operational and strategic goals of the charity, combining strategic leadership with hands on technical input. To drive digital innovation, enhance organisational systems, and lead the integration of technology across global operations. To play a key role in ensuring compliance with regulatory frameworks, including UK charity regulations and GDPR, while embedding digital transformation in support of the charity's vital work protecting nature around the world. Job Description Responsibilities Strategic Leadership & IT Governance Develop and deliver a forward looking IT strategy that aligns with the charity's conservation and operational objectives, ensuring systems are efficient and secure. As the senior IT advisor to the Senior Leadership Team, provide strategic guidance on digital innovation, emerging technologies, and sector relevant trends. Develop and maintain IT policies and operational standards aligned with charity sector best practice, fostering accountability, sustainability, and a strong culture of cyber risk awareness. Ensure robust, inclusive infrastructure that enables access, capacity, and resilience across the charity's global teams, including those in remote or low connectivity settings. Lead the selection and management of key external service providers, including the University of Cambridge, ensuring high quality partnerships and service delivery. IT Operations and Service Delivery Provide oversight of IT services across the charity's global locations. Ensure staff have the IT equipment that is fit for purpose, maintained appropriately, cost effective, and integrated in organisational systems. Oversee IT asset lifecycle management, ensuring procurement and disposal are undertaken ethically, sustainably, and in compliance with UK and international regulations. External Provider Management Lead procurement, selection, and ongoing relationships with outsourced IT and telecommunication providers, ensuring accountability, value for money, contract compliance, and high service performance. Information Systems & Digital Development Oversee the development, integration and continuous improvement of internal systems to support knowledge sharing, collaboration, and efficient IT system deployment across the global organisation. Collaborate across departments to identify IT needs and deliver solutions that are user informed and operationally aligned. Play a key role in shaping and executing our global AI strategy. Support and enable digital transformation initiatives that improve conservation impact, organisational efficiency, and staff engagement, and lead on change management to support adoption and ensure continuous improvement. Cybersecurity, Data Protection & Regulatory Compliance Lead on cybersecurity strategy, ensuring robust frameworks are in place to protect sensitive data and organisational assets, business continuity planning and disaster recovery, ensuring organisational resilience in the event of disruption. Ensure compliance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR), charity specific data requirements, and other relevant information governance standards. Maintain effective systems for data access control, management of cyber risks, and regular data security training across all offices. Leadership and Team Development Lead and support the IT team, fostering a culture of service excellence, continuous learning, and innovation. Provide effective line management through objective setting, continuous performance review, training provision and personal development planning. Oversee the day to day functioning of the IT department, including troubleshooting and resolution of technical issues, as well as contributing to the team's project delivery. Budgeting and Financial Stewardship Lead the IT budgeting and financial planning process, providing insight to support long term IT and systems investment planning. Monitor IT expenditure and contracts, to ensure value for money and service delivery Digital Communications & Collaboration Ensure the charity communication systems, including voice, video, mobile, and digital collaboration platforms, are secure, scalable, and fit for a globally distributed, hybrid working organisation. Continuously evaluate and enhance tools to support seamless internal collaboration, external engagement, and agile working across time zones and geographies. Policy Implementation and Training Lead on the communication and implementation of IT policies and procedures. The Successful Applicant Based in Cambridge, the charity supports around 600 employees globally with additional support from an external IT agency. The role requires a strategic mindset and the ability to be hands on operationally. You will manage the current IT Manager, with a view to growing this to 4 or 5 FTE. The role requires a strategic mindset and the ability to be hands on operationally. You will shape and deliver the strategic direction of our technology landscape, ensuring that our systems, services, and infrastructure are robust, forward looking, and aligned with our mission. You'll drive digital innovation, enhance organisational systems, and lead the integration of technology across global operations. You also play a key role in ensuring compliance with regulatory frameworks, including UK charity regulations and GDPR, while embedding digital transformation in support of the charity's vital work protecting nature around the world. Essential Requirements Demonstrable ability to lead, manage and motivate a small team, being strategically minded as well as hands on within the role. Experience in leading and implementing organisational change related to technology implementation and adoption. Excellent understanding of IT security principles, including risk management, data protection, and cybersecurity best practices. Demonstrable experience in a senior IT leadership role, preferably within a global or multi site organisation. Detailed knowledge and understanding of Information Management and Information Security Standards, and proven ability to utilise management information, processes and technology to enhance the quality of IT and Digital services and to monitor performance. Extensive knowledge and understanding of existing and emerging technologies and how these can impact organisational efficiency. Ability to develop and implement comprehensive IT strategies aligned with organisational goals. Committed to the delivery of customer focused services and continuous service improvement. Ability to build effective organisational relationships. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Excellent interpersonal skills, with ability to influence effectively at all levels. Excellent organisation, prioritisation and time management skills. Educated to degree level or equivalent through relevant training and experience in fields related to business, computer science, or extensive equivalent professional IT leadership experience Desirable (but not essential) Understanding of the global IT landscape and the challenges and opportunities it presents. Experience in the Charity sector. Behaviours Proactive and able to adapt quickly and effectively. Excellent team player, with the ability to work independently. Hands on and 'can do' approach. Culturally sensitive. Flexible to respond to the demands of operating across different time zones. Enjoys mentoring and training, researching issues and solving problems. Other Commitment to and empathy with the charity's mission and vision. Ability to undertake international travel. Pre existing right to work in the UK. What's on Offer The starting salary for the role will be £70,000 + bens. Employer pension contribution of 8% of salary after 3 months' continuous service. Group Life insurance, currently set at a benefit of 4 x basic salary 25 working days' annual holiday entitlement plus Public/Bank Holidays and any normal working days that fall between 24 December and 1 January inclusive, during which time the charity UK offices are closed. Hybrid working practices in place.
We are seeking a visionary Head of Software Engineering to lead our Personalisation team. Reporting to the Senior Head of Software Engineering, you will play a pivotal role in shaping our technology strategy, influencing enterprise-wide engineering practices, and ensuring our capabilities meet the highest standards of security, compliance, and performance. As part of the M&S Software Engineering team, you'll be joining a well-loved historic brand, working on solutions that serves millions of loyal customers and thousands of colleagues! With ethical values that run right through the company's core and technology leaders that truly understand software engineers and engineering, it's an exciting time as we're redefining ourselves into a digital first and engineering-led organisation, with the quality of our engineering team being a key differentiator. We are seeking a passionate Head of Software Engineering who will provide technical expertise, ship thoughtfully and operate with excellence. Being creative, curious, and confident, you will be an integral part of our empowered, self-managing, multi-disciplinary engineering teams - designing, building, releasing, and maintaining products. Working as an equal partner with the Product, Data Science and Delivery teams you will deliver sophisticated and robust solutions to solve daring problems for our customers and colleagues. You'll be joining the leadership for the Personalisation product group, who are responsible for our on-site and in-app personalisation, search and recommendations capabilities. The teams in this area work on some of the most innovative features in M&S, e.g. 1:1 Personalised Search and AI Stylist. Teams within this product group are highly cross functional, blending engineering, data science, product, design and delivery. You'll help deliver the vision of 1:1 personalisation across our estate and help make M&S feel like it was merchandised specifically for each customer individually. You will play a key role in driving our ambition to create a best in class software engineering team, environment, and culture. We are looking for people to join our community of engineers to drive this transformation, build a modern digital ecosystem using exciting technologies and do the best work of their careers. Team 2-8 Engineering Managers (Engineering Managers are responsible for 5-9 Engineers each). 4-8 Squads in a strategic Product Group (50-75 Engineers) What you will be doing The Head of Software Engineering role is the embodiment of 'solving problems through technology' with key responsibilities as follows: Lead, develop and inspire Engineering Managers and teams, fostering a strong learning culture, high quality engineering standards, and clear development and talent strategies. Partner closely with Product, Delivery and Technology leadership to shape strategy, prioritise roadmaps, solve complex problems, and maximise value to colleagues and customers. Drive technical excellence and modern engineering practices, including DevOps, clean code, automation, architecture design, and the adoption of standard frameworks, policies, and North Star principles. Own Product Group outcomes and health, setting OKRs, ensuring reliability, quality, SLI/SLO performance, and full operational support across products. Champion innovation, continuous improvement and agile ways of working, encouraging experimentation, pragmatism, and commercially sound delivery. Build and scale high performing teams and communities, leading recruitment, onboarding, coaching, Communities of Practice, and contributing to wider engineering brand and culture. Tech stack M&S uses a variety of technologies including React, Next.js, Typescript Java Kotlin Python Swift GraphQL Federation Cloud: Azure While M&S is principally a Java environment, the Personalisation group has a mix of Python and Java teams. What you will need to have Significant hands on experience as a polyglot senior software engineer, with strong expertise across front end, back end, APIs, cloud infrastructure, and modern development frameworks. Leading large product areas with 5+ teams Knowledge of Personalisation, Recommendation and Search concepts and their relation to e commerce. Ideally you would have awareness of the current state of the art. Proven ability to design and evolve complex systems, with deep knowledge of software architecture, system design, cloud native patterns, and engineering standard methodologies. Strong experience delivering, operating and scaling software at Product Group level and above, including building, leading and hiring senior engineering teams. Advanced DevOps, testing and reliability engineering expertise, embracing CI/CD, automation, observability, and a "you build it, you run it" ownership model. Experience working closely with Product and Data Science teams, translating ambiguous requirements into robust technical solutions within customer centric environments. Technically credible people leader and servant leader, able to line manage and influence senior engineers and engineering managers, drive technical outcomes, and communicate effectively with both technical and non technical stakeholders. What's In It For You Working at M&S means being part of something bigger - helping to deliver quality, value and service to millions of customers every day. We're inclusive, fast moving and always evolving, with a strong sense of purpose and a focus on doing the right thing. Here are just a few of the benefits that make working here even more rewarding: 20% colleague discount on all M&S products and many third party brands for you and someone in your household, available once you've completed your probation Competitive holiday allowance with the option to buy more Discretionary bonus schemes linked to your performance and ours Strong pension and life assurance to help plan for the future Tailored induction and training to support your development from day one Exclusive perks and savings through our M&S Choices portal Market leading family policies, including parental, adoption and neonatal leave 24/7 wellbeing support, including virtual GP access and mental health services One paid volunteer day a year to support a cause that matters to you Everyone's Welcome We are ambitious about the future of retail. We're disrupting, innovating and leading the industry into a more conscientious, inspiring digital era. We're transforming how we work together and offering our most exciting opportunities yet. Marks & Spencer strives to be an inclusive organisation, trusted and admired by our colleagues, customers and suppliers. Join us and make change happen. We are committed to building diverse and representative teams, where everyone can bring their whole selves to work and be at their best. We support each other and work together to win together. If you feel you'd benefit from any support or reasonable adjustments during any stage of the recruitment process, please don't hesitate to let us know when completing your application. This information will be picked up by our team, so we can try and put steps in place to help you be at your best through this process.
Feb 12, 2026
Full time
We are seeking a visionary Head of Software Engineering to lead our Personalisation team. Reporting to the Senior Head of Software Engineering, you will play a pivotal role in shaping our technology strategy, influencing enterprise-wide engineering practices, and ensuring our capabilities meet the highest standards of security, compliance, and performance. As part of the M&S Software Engineering team, you'll be joining a well-loved historic brand, working on solutions that serves millions of loyal customers and thousands of colleagues! With ethical values that run right through the company's core and technology leaders that truly understand software engineers and engineering, it's an exciting time as we're redefining ourselves into a digital first and engineering-led organisation, with the quality of our engineering team being a key differentiator. We are seeking a passionate Head of Software Engineering who will provide technical expertise, ship thoughtfully and operate with excellence. Being creative, curious, and confident, you will be an integral part of our empowered, self-managing, multi-disciplinary engineering teams - designing, building, releasing, and maintaining products. Working as an equal partner with the Product, Data Science and Delivery teams you will deliver sophisticated and robust solutions to solve daring problems for our customers and colleagues. You'll be joining the leadership for the Personalisation product group, who are responsible for our on-site and in-app personalisation, search and recommendations capabilities. The teams in this area work on some of the most innovative features in M&S, e.g. 1:1 Personalised Search and AI Stylist. Teams within this product group are highly cross functional, blending engineering, data science, product, design and delivery. You'll help deliver the vision of 1:1 personalisation across our estate and help make M&S feel like it was merchandised specifically for each customer individually. You will play a key role in driving our ambition to create a best in class software engineering team, environment, and culture. We are looking for people to join our community of engineers to drive this transformation, build a modern digital ecosystem using exciting technologies and do the best work of their careers. Team 2-8 Engineering Managers (Engineering Managers are responsible for 5-9 Engineers each). 4-8 Squads in a strategic Product Group (50-75 Engineers) What you will be doing The Head of Software Engineering role is the embodiment of 'solving problems through technology' with key responsibilities as follows: Lead, develop and inspire Engineering Managers and teams, fostering a strong learning culture, high quality engineering standards, and clear development and talent strategies. Partner closely with Product, Delivery and Technology leadership to shape strategy, prioritise roadmaps, solve complex problems, and maximise value to colleagues and customers. Drive technical excellence and modern engineering practices, including DevOps, clean code, automation, architecture design, and the adoption of standard frameworks, policies, and North Star principles. Own Product Group outcomes and health, setting OKRs, ensuring reliability, quality, SLI/SLO performance, and full operational support across products. Champion innovation, continuous improvement and agile ways of working, encouraging experimentation, pragmatism, and commercially sound delivery. Build and scale high performing teams and communities, leading recruitment, onboarding, coaching, Communities of Practice, and contributing to wider engineering brand and culture. Tech stack M&S uses a variety of technologies including React, Next.js, Typescript Java Kotlin Python Swift GraphQL Federation Cloud: Azure While M&S is principally a Java environment, the Personalisation group has a mix of Python and Java teams. What you will need to have Significant hands on experience as a polyglot senior software engineer, with strong expertise across front end, back end, APIs, cloud infrastructure, and modern development frameworks. Leading large product areas with 5+ teams Knowledge of Personalisation, Recommendation and Search concepts and their relation to e commerce. Ideally you would have awareness of the current state of the art. Proven ability to design and evolve complex systems, with deep knowledge of software architecture, system design, cloud native patterns, and engineering standard methodologies. Strong experience delivering, operating and scaling software at Product Group level and above, including building, leading and hiring senior engineering teams. Advanced DevOps, testing and reliability engineering expertise, embracing CI/CD, automation, observability, and a "you build it, you run it" ownership model. Experience working closely with Product and Data Science teams, translating ambiguous requirements into robust technical solutions within customer centric environments. Technically credible people leader and servant leader, able to line manage and influence senior engineers and engineering managers, drive technical outcomes, and communicate effectively with both technical and non technical stakeholders. What's In It For You Working at M&S means being part of something bigger - helping to deliver quality, value and service to millions of customers every day. We're inclusive, fast moving and always evolving, with a strong sense of purpose and a focus on doing the right thing. Here are just a few of the benefits that make working here even more rewarding: 20% colleague discount on all M&S products and many third party brands for you and someone in your household, available once you've completed your probation Competitive holiday allowance with the option to buy more Discretionary bonus schemes linked to your performance and ours Strong pension and life assurance to help plan for the future Tailored induction and training to support your development from day one Exclusive perks and savings through our M&S Choices portal Market leading family policies, including parental, adoption and neonatal leave 24/7 wellbeing support, including virtual GP access and mental health services One paid volunteer day a year to support a cause that matters to you Everyone's Welcome We are ambitious about the future of retail. We're disrupting, innovating and leading the industry into a more conscientious, inspiring digital era. We're transforming how we work together and offering our most exciting opportunities yet. Marks & Spencer strives to be an inclusive organisation, trusted and admired by our colleagues, customers and suppliers. Join us and make change happen. We are committed to building diverse and representative teams, where everyone can bring their whole selves to work and be at their best. We support each other and work together to win together. If you feel you'd benefit from any support or reasonable adjustments during any stage of the recruitment process, please don't hesitate to let us know when completing your application. This information will be picked up by our team, so we can try and put steps in place to help you be at your best through this process.
Berrys At Berrys, we are all about land and property. Working from four offices across the Midlands, we offer an array of services - planning, architecture, building surveying, valuation and business consultancy - to help our clients make the most of their assets. You will be part of a multi-disciplinary development team made up of engineers, surveyors, archaeologists, planners and architects. You will be part of a business which is big enough for a varied range of work and opportunities. However, it is small enough to provide autonomy and a chance to really get to know everyone expanding your skills and building new connections. A strategic requirement to create growth has arisen within the Kettering office. This role would benefit from an individual who is experienced in creating growth and establishing a presence in the Planning, Architecture and Building Surveying space. The successful candidate would have a track record of growing teams, creating brand awareness and establishing strong networks and relationships Operational Requirements - Principal Planning Consultant/Development Lead: Be the internal figurehead of our planning and development offer within the Kettering offices and be the go-to for technical expertise. Be experienced and comfortable delivering planning consultancy work in several different sectors and services. This should include general planning advice as well as strategic planning advice. Whilst the role will have a strategic focus, it is expected that candidates also deliver on their delivery obligations, working alongside the team to coordinate and prepare planning applications, provide expert advice to clients and have experience in dealing with post-planning negotiations and appeal work. Have a strong understanding of the entire development process, particularly post-planning work such as technical design, procurement and our construction-phase services. Demonstrate strong project management skills by coordinating teams both internally and externally, identifying the correct delivery team, manage client risks and project programmes. Offer support to other members of the team and help to grow and develop their knowledge and understand of planning and the wider development offer. Demonstrate a strong understanding of the financial requirements of our business and shape the way the team works to increase efficiency, productivity and profitability. Strategic Requirements - Principal Planning Consultant/Development Lead: Quickly gain a strong understanding of the business model, our various service offerings, and critically how they work together to create a unique offer to our clients. Demonstrate the ability to cross-sell other services such as Land Promotion, Agency and Valuation. Utilise a track record of marketing, business development and brand awareness to demonstrably grow our development offer within Northamptonshire. Create a strong network of developers, landowners, promoters and agents within the area and begin to increase the baseline of planning and development instructions. Utilise existing connections and relationships to increase the level and quality of our instructions within Kettering both for the planning and development function and, where possible, the wider service offers within the business. Gain an intimate understanding of our planning offer, the opportunities and weaknesses that we currently face and implement a plan to diversify. This should include both the types of development work we do as well as the markets we operate in. Person Specification - Principal Planning Consultant/Development Lead: Excellent people management and team-building skills Ability to set technical vision and strategy Strong decision-making and problem-solving abilities Strategic thinker with attention to detail Resilient under pressure and adaptable to change Passion for innovation and continuous improvement Relevant qualifications to support the role (MRTPI) Full, clean UK driving licence essential due to regular travel between sites and client meetings Hours: 37.5 hours per week, to be worked flexibly Monday-Friday in line with our Agile Working Philosophy. Benefits - Principal Planning Consultant/Development Lead: The role sits within a friendly and supportive team with opportunities to develop. We will offer an excellent salary for the right candidate reflective of your skills, qualifications and experience We will pay all the appropriate professional memberships and fund your attendance at relevant CPD events and time off for approved training We provide Private Healthcare scheme for all via BUPA We have an Employee Assistance Programme, including a health plan and annual flu jab We have an agile working philosophy allowing for a mix of remote and office working We provide an entitlement of 35 days holiday per annum (pro rata to working hours) inclusive of bank holidays An additional day off to celebrate your Birthday We also give an additional day of holiday for every 3 years of service Potential for discretionary bonus We provide an enhanced workplace pension scheme operated through The National Employment Savings Trust (NEST) Following successful probation period, access to employee loan and employee discount on Berrys services We offer salary sacrifice schemes for Electric Vehicles and Cycle to Work schemes Closing Date: 11th March 2026 Please note that we may close this role early, if sufficient applications are received, therefore it is recommended to apply early if you match the criteria.
Feb 12, 2026
Full time
Berrys At Berrys, we are all about land and property. Working from four offices across the Midlands, we offer an array of services - planning, architecture, building surveying, valuation and business consultancy - to help our clients make the most of their assets. You will be part of a multi-disciplinary development team made up of engineers, surveyors, archaeologists, planners and architects. You will be part of a business which is big enough for a varied range of work and opportunities. However, it is small enough to provide autonomy and a chance to really get to know everyone expanding your skills and building new connections. A strategic requirement to create growth has arisen within the Kettering office. This role would benefit from an individual who is experienced in creating growth and establishing a presence in the Planning, Architecture and Building Surveying space. The successful candidate would have a track record of growing teams, creating brand awareness and establishing strong networks and relationships Operational Requirements - Principal Planning Consultant/Development Lead: Be the internal figurehead of our planning and development offer within the Kettering offices and be the go-to for technical expertise. Be experienced and comfortable delivering planning consultancy work in several different sectors and services. This should include general planning advice as well as strategic planning advice. Whilst the role will have a strategic focus, it is expected that candidates also deliver on their delivery obligations, working alongside the team to coordinate and prepare planning applications, provide expert advice to clients and have experience in dealing with post-planning negotiations and appeal work. Have a strong understanding of the entire development process, particularly post-planning work such as technical design, procurement and our construction-phase services. Demonstrate strong project management skills by coordinating teams both internally and externally, identifying the correct delivery team, manage client risks and project programmes. Offer support to other members of the team and help to grow and develop their knowledge and understand of planning and the wider development offer. Demonstrate a strong understanding of the financial requirements of our business and shape the way the team works to increase efficiency, productivity and profitability. Strategic Requirements - Principal Planning Consultant/Development Lead: Quickly gain a strong understanding of the business model, our various service offerings, and critically how they work together to create a unique offer to our clients. Demonstrate the ability to cross-sell other services such as Land Promotion, Agency and Valuation. Utilise a track record of marketing, business development and brand awareness to demonstrably grow our development offer within Northamptonshire. Create a strong network of developers, landowners, promoters and agents within the area and begin to increase the baseline of planning and development instructions. Utilise existing connections and relationships to increase the level and quality of our instructions within Kettering both for the planning and development function and, where possible, the wider service offers within the business. Gain an intimate understanding of our planning offer, the opportunities and weaknesses that we currently face and implement a plan to diversify. This should include both the types of development work we do as well as the markets we operate in. Person Specification - Principal Planning Consultant/Development Lead: Excellent people management and team-building skills Ability to set technical vision and strategy Strong decision-making and problem-solving abilities Strategic thinker with attention to detail Resilient under pressure and adaptable to change Passion for innovation and continuous improvement Relevant qualifications to support the role (MRTPI) Full, clean UK driving licence essential due to regular travel between sites and client meetings Hours: 37.5 hours per week, to be worked flexibly Monday-Friday in line with our Agile Working Philosophy. Benefits - Principal Planning Consultant/Development Lead: The role sits within a friendly and supportive team with opportunities to develop. We will offer an excellent salary for the right candidate reflective of your skills, qualifications and experience We will pay all the appropriate professional memberships and fund your attendance at relevant CPD events and time off for approved training We provide Private Healthcare scheme for all via BUPA We have an Employee Assistance Programme, including a health plan and annual flu jab We have an agile working philosophy allowing for a mix of remote and office working We provide an entitlement of 35 days holiday per annum (pro rata to working hours) inclusive of bank holidays An additional day off to celebrate your Birthday We also give an additional day of holiday for every 3 years of service Potential for discretionary bonus We provide an enhanced workplace pension scheme operated through The National Employment Savings Trust (NEST) Following successful probation period, access to employee loan and employee discount on Berrys services We offer salary sacrifice schemes for Electric Vehicles and Cycle to Work schemes Closing Date: 11th March 2026 Please note that we may close this role early, if sufficient applications are received, therefore it is recommended to apply early if you match the criteria.
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons Our Indirect Tax business continues to grow at a rapid pace. Indirect Taxes raise significant revenues for governments globally and gain increasing focus from tax authorities, the media and the public. For you it's the chance to hone your tax technical, project management and client service skills with interesting and complex assignments to help clients of all sizes succeed. The team comprises a mix of 'home-grown' (including at partner level) and externally recruited talent. This strength and diversity of knowledge and experience creates an environment where our team can bring fresh thinking and a varied perspective to every project, enabling us to deliver creative, commercial and robust solutions for our clients. We'll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be someone who is both comfortable taking responsibility for your own client portfolio as well as working as part of a team to develop colleagues and drive the wider business aims. You will be part of a local team, supported by two Senior Managers, a Director and a Partner but given the autonomy and time to develop your personal business as part of that team. You'll be someone with: Significant technical understanding of and previous experience within UK VAT. In-depth knowledge of recent key updates and areas of focus within UK VAT Responsibility to build, manage and develop your advisory portfolio, supported by the Partner and Director. Confidence to build an internal and external network in the local area to drive new business opportunities Ability to actively seek opportunities for selling new services to existing clients Experience of leading engagement with HMRC for clients Experience and credibility when dealing with client senior management An understanding of the regulatory and risk environment in which ICAEW regulated professional services firms operate CTA and/or ACA qualified or equivalent You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer every colleague the opportunity to work in ways that suit you, your teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for the companies we work with and satisfying experiences for our colleagues, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions. We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
Feb 12, 2026
Full time
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons Our Indirect Tax business continues to grow at a rapid pace. Indirect Taxes raise significant revenues for governments globally and gain increasing focus from tax authorities, the media and the public. For you it's the chance to hone your tax technical, project management and client service skills with interesting and complex assignments to help clients of all sizes succeed. The team comprises a mix of 'home-grown' (including at partner level) and externally recruited talent. This strength and diversity of knowledge and experience creates an environment where our team can bring fresh thinking and a varied perspective to every project, enabling us to deliver creative, commercial and robust solutions for our clients. We'll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be someone who is both comfortable taking responsibility for your own client portfolio as well as working as part of a team to develop colleagues and drive the wider business aims. You will be part of a local team, supported by two Senior Managers, a Director and a Partner but given the autonomy and time to develop your personal business as part of that team. You'll be someone with: Significant technical understanding of and previous experience within UK VAT. In-depth knowledge of recent key updates and areas of focus within UK VAT Responsibility to build, manage and develop your advisory portfolio, supported by the Partner and Director. Confidence to build an internal and external network in the local area to drive new business opportunities Ability to actively seek opportunities for selling new services to existing clients Experience of leading engagement with HMRC for clients Experience and credibility when dealing with client senior management An understanding of the regulatory and risk environment in which ICAEW regulated professional services firms operate CTA and/or ACA qualified or equivalent You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer every colleague the opportunity to work in ways that suit you, your teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for the companies we work with and satisfying experiences for our colleagues, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions. We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams leading them. We'll broaden your horizons Audit quality is central to our strategy as an Audit Stream, the key ingredient to our success. Consistent high audit quality enables us to attract, develop and retain talented people and be proud of our work. Audit quality allows us to compete in the market and demonstrate that we can play a key role in market reform. Consistently high audit quality does not happen by chance. It requires a mindset and culture of challenge and professional scepticism, appropriate resources both people and intellectual, investment in central support for engagement teams and technology solutions. Within the last year we have increased our headcount significantly, invested in new partners, and commenced a significant investment programme in our Audit Quality Department. We'll help you succeed The work we do is underpinned by quality. We deliver audits which are trusted and transparent which can be relied upon by companies and their stakeholders. You'll be someone who is comfortable working pro-actively and, managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with Senior Managers, Directors, and BDO's Partners. You'll help deliver accurate and transparent reporting to all relevant stakeholders as you provide long term value. This is an opportunity for talented, high performing and ambitious Senior Manager to join the Corporate Reporting Advisory Team (CRT) in the Audit Quality Department (AQD) in an exciting period, to help to shape the role and the expanding team. You will report into the Team Partners and work closely with Directors. General responsibilities Work with Managers, Senior Managers, Directors and Partners within both AQD, the Audit Stream and across the wider firm Maintain and encourage an open and constructive environment in which to provide technical accounting support and advice Bring pre-existing financial services specialist technical accounting knowledge (this might be Banking and Alternative Finance, Fintech or Insurance focused), and experience to the CRT team and contribute to all output areas Provide support and supervision to the more junior team members. Specific responsibilities The individual will support the CRT Directors and other members of AQD, ultimately reporting to the AQD lead partners and will be responsible for the following: Technical review of a personal portfolio of annual reports of publicly traded and other higher risk companies, working with the audit team to confirm compliance with financial reporting standards, company legislation and regulatory requirements Providing clear and practical solutions to the most complex technical financial reporting queries, and act as a consultant for the more junior members of the team in your specialist area Preparing and presenting financial reporting training, updates and seminars both internally and externally Helping to develop financial reporting tools and guidance for application by the firm's partners and staff Writing articles and other publications on financial reporting matters for internal and external communications Assisting with the preparation of draft responses to external consultations in relation to legal, regulatory and financial reporting matters Monitoring external developments in financial reporting areas and, specifically in your specialist area, reporting back to the team and developing an appropriate action plan where required Supporting and coaching the more junior members of the CRT and wider AQD team. The role would be particularly suited to an individual with experience of working within the technical department of another major firm of accountants, or an experienced auditor who is looking to move into a technical role and is able to demonstrate a strong technical aptitude. The right candidate for this role will: Be ACA/ICAS qualified or overseas equivalent Be a Senior Manager in a technical team or have other relevant experience in technical financial reporting Exhibit a strong working knowledge of: IFRSs, UK GAAP, and the Companies Act Sector specialism for financial services, particularly Banking and Alternative Finance, Fintech or Insurance. The content requirements for the annual report of a company listed on either the Main Market or the AIM market of the London Stock Exchange The wider financial reporting environment, including future developments in law, regulation and emerging areas Have practical experience of performing technical reviews of annual reports of listed companies Have a proven ability to apply technical knowledge to complex financial reporting issues and provide practical and supportable solutions Demonstrate strong oral and written communication skills, and an ability to adapt as appropriate to the scenario Have an ability to create productive relationships across the firm and network and to influence other senior professionals Be willing to work as part of a close-knit team and as a self-directed individual Be highly motivated and proactive, with a desire to innovate and seek new ways of improving our service to internal customers. You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to our business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer everyone the opportunity to work in ways that suit them, their teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value and satisfying experiences at work, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions. We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
Feb 12, 2026
Full time
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams leading them. We'll broaden your horizons Audit quality is central to our strategy as an Audit Stream, the key ingredient to our success. Consistent high audit quality enables us to attract, develop and retain talented people and be proud of our work. Audit quality allows us to compete in the market and demonstrate that we can play a key role in market reform. Consistently high audit quality does not happen by chance. It requires a mindset and culture of challenge and professional scepticism, appropriate resources both people and intellectual, investment in central support for engagement teams and technology solutions. Within the last year we have increased our headcount significantly, invested in new partners, and commenced a significant investment programme in our Audit Quality Department. We'll help you succeed The work we do is underpinned by quality. We deliver audits which are trusted and transparent which can be relied upon by companies and their stakeholders. You'll be someone who is comfortable working pro-actively and, managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with Senior Managers, Directors, and BDO's Partners. You'll help deliver accurate and transparent reporting to all relevant stakeholders as you provide long term value. This is an opportunity for talented, high performing and ambitious Senior Manager to join the Corporate Reporting Advisory Team (CRT) in the Audit Quality Department (AQD) in an exciting period, to help to shape the role and the expanding team. You will report into the Team Partners and work closely with Directors. General responsibilities Work with Managers, Senior Managers, Directors and Partners within both AQD, the Audit Stream and across the wider firm Maintain and encourage an open and constructive environment in which to provide technical accounting support and advice Bring pre-existing financial services specialist technical accounting knowledge (this might be Banking and Alternative Finance, Fintech or Insurance focused), and experience to the CRT team and contribute to all output areas Provide support and supervision to the more junior team members. Specific responsibilities The individual will support the CRT Directors and other members of AQD, ultimately reporting to the AQD lead partners and will be responsible for the following: Technical review of a personal portfolio of annual reports of publicly traded and other higher risk companies, working with the audit team to confirm compliance with financial reporting standards, company legislation and regulatory requirements Providing clear and practical solutions to the most complex technical financial reporting queries, and act as a consultant for the more junior members of the team in your specialist area Preparing and presenting financial reporting training, updates and seminars both internally and externally Helping to develop financial reporting tools and guidance for application by the firm's partners and staff Writing articles and other publications on financial reporting matters for internal and external communications Assisting with the preparation of draft responses to external consultations in relation to legal, regulatory and financial reporting matters Monitoring external developments in financial reporting areas and, specifically in your specialist area, reporting back to the team and developing an appropriate action plan where required Supporting and coaching the more junior members of the CRT and wider AQD team. The role would be particularly suited to an individual with experience of working within the technical department of another major firm of accountants, or an experienced auditor who is looking to move into a technical role and is able to demonstrate a strong technical aptitude. The right candidate for this role will: Be ACA/ICAS qualified or overseas equivalent Be a Senior Manager in a technical team or have other relevant experience in technical financial reporting Exhibit a strong working knowledge of: IFRSs, UK GAAP, and the Companies Act Sector specialism for financial services, particularly Banking and Alternative Finance, Fintech or Insurance. The content requirements for the annual report of a company listed on either the Main Market or the AIM market of the London Stock Exchange The wider financial reporting environment, including future developments in law, regulation and emerging areas Have practical experience of performing technical reviews of annual reports of listed companies Have a proven ability to apply technical knowledge to complex financial reporting issues and provide practical and supportable solutions Demonstrate strong oral and written communication skills, and an ability to adapt as appropriate to the scenario Have an ability to create productive relationships across the firm and network and to influence other senior professionals Be willing to work as part of a close-knit team and as a self-directed individual Be highly motivated and proactive, with a desire to innovate and seek new ways of improving our service to internal customers. You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to our business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer everyone the opportunity to work in ways that suit them, their teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value and satisfying experiences at work, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions. We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
Are you a curious and open-minded individual with an interest in conducting state-of-the-art foundational machine learning research? Thomson Reuters Labs is seeking Research Scientists with a passion for building complex agent-based AI systems in a data-rich, complex academic environment driven by real-world problems. Foundational Research is the dedicated core Machine Learning research division of Thomson Reuters. We are focused on research and development, with a particular focus on advanced algorithms and training techniques for Large Language Models (LLMs). We are building a strong foundation of research capabilities across different areas and are looking for scientists who participate in designing, coding, conducting experiments, translating findings into concrete deliverables and engaging with the academic community. Our focus areas are: LLM Training (Continued Pretraining, Instruction Tuning, Reinforcement Learning Alignment, Distributed Training, Efficient ML techniques) Post-training techniques for planning, reasoning & complex workflows (e.g., Reasoning Models, LLMs + Knowledge Graphs, Test time compute, CoT pipelines, Tool use & API calling, etc.) Data-centric Machine Learning (Synthetic Data, Curriculum Learning, Learned datamixtures, etc.) Evaluation (Benchmarks, Human-in-the-loop, red teaming/Adversarial Testing, Hallucination detection, ) We work collaboratively both with TR Labs (TR's applied research division), academic partners at world-leading research institutions and subject matter experts with decades of experience. We experiment, prototype, test, and deliver ideas in the pursuit of smarter and more valuable models trained on an unprecedented wealth of data and powered by state-of-the-art technical infrastructure. Through our unique institutional experience, we have access to an unprecedented number of subject matter experts involved in data collection, testing and evaluation of trained models. As a Research Scientist, you will play a key part in a diverse global team of experts. We hire world-leading specialists in ML/NLP/GenAI, as well as Engineering, to drive the company's leading internal AI model development. You will have the opportunity to publish your research findings as well as contribute to our proprietary AI model research & development. Thomson Reuters Labs is known for consistently delivering successful data-driven ML solutions in pursuit of academic excellence and support of high-growth products that serve Thomson Reuters customers in new and exciting ways. About the role In this opportunity, as a Research Scientist you will: Innovate: You will innovate and create new state-of-the-art Agent AI/LLM Agent approaches at the cutting edge of AI research. You will contribute ideas and work on solving real-world challenges using a wealth of data in agentic contexts. Experiment and develop: You are involved in the entire research & model development lifecycle, brainstorming, coding, testing, and delivering high-quality reports at leading international academic conferences. Collaborate: Working on a collaborative global team of research engineers both within Thomson Reuters and our academic partners at world-leading universities. Communicate: Actively engage in sharing our technical findings with the wider community through contributions to seminars, lectures, conferences and/or the sharing of publications and/or technical assets (data & models). About you You're a fit for the role if your background includes: Completed or in the process of obtaining PhD in a relevant discipline. First-author publications in top-tier conferences (e.g., NeurIPS, ICML, ICLR, ACL, EMNLP, NAACL, ICLR) with specific focus on agent systems, tool use, or multi-agent coordination. Familiarity with one or more deep learning frameworks (e.g. PyTorch, JAX, TensorFlow, ). Excellent communication skills to report and present research findings and developments clearly, both orally and in writing. Curious and innovative disposition capable of devising novel, well-founded algorithmic solutions to relevant problems. Self-driven attitude and ability of working with limited supervision. Comfortable in working in fast-paced, agile environments, managing uncertainty and ambiguity. Preferred qualifications High-impact publications in top-tier conferences or other influence in the research community. Experience in ML Research beyond completing a PhD (e.g. supervision, industry experience, leading academic initiatives, ). Extensive experience with deep learning frameworks and large-scale model training. Extensive experience working on agent-based systems, tool-using AI, or multi-agent coordination in LLM contexts (e.g. startup, industry, or extensive open-source experience). Strong software and/or infrastructure engineering skills and ensuring well-managed software delivery, as evidenced by code contributions to popular open-source libraries or writing production code. Experience training large-scale models over distributed nodes with cloud tools and providers such as Amazon AWS, Microsoft Azure, LambdaLabs or Google Cloud. You will enjoy Learning and development: On-the-job coaching and learning as well as the opportunity to work with cutting-edge methods and technologies. Plenty of data, compute, and high-impact problems: Our scientists and engineers get to explore large datasets and discover new capabilities and insights. Thomson Reuters is best known for the globally respected Reuters News agency, but our company is also the leading source of information for legal, corporate, and tax & accounting professionals. We have over 60,000 TBs worth of legal, regulatory, news, and tax data. We also provide access to all major cloud computing platforms to our researchers and engineers. Competitive compensation & benefits packages: The opportunity to earn while learning new skills. What's in it for you? Hybrid Work Model: We've adopted a flexible hybrid working environment (2-3 days a week in the office depending on the role) for our office-based roles while delivering a seamless experience that is digitally and physically connected. Flexibility & Work-Life Balance: Flex My Way is a set of supportive workplace policies designed to help manage personal and professional responsibilities, whether caring for family, giving back to the community, or finding time to refresh and reset. This builds upon our flexible work arrangements, including work from anywhere for up to 8 weeks per year, empowering employees to achieve a better work-life balance. Career Development and Growth: By fostering a culture of continuous learning and skill development, we prepare our talent to tackle tomorrow's challenges and deliver real-world solutions. Our Grow My Way programming and skills-first approach ensures you have the tools and knowledge to grow, lead, and thrive in an AI-enabled future. Industry Competitive Benefits: We offer comprehensive benefit plans to include flexible vacation, two company-wide Mental Health Days off, access to the Headspace app, retirement savings, tuition reimbursement, employee incentive programs, and resources for mental, physical, and financial wellbeing. Culture: Globally recognized, award-winning reputation for inclusion and belonging, flexibility, work-life balance, and more. We live by our values: Obsess over our Customers, Compete to Win, Challenge (Y)our Thinking, Act Fast / Learn Fast, and Stronger Together. Social Impact: Make an impact in your community with our Social Impact Institute. We offer employees two paid volunteer days off annually and opportunities to get involved with pro-bono consulting projects and Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) initiatives. Making a Real-World Impact: We are one of the few companies globally that helps its customers pursue justice, truth, and transparency. Together, with the professionals and institutions we serve, we help uphold the rule of law, turn the wheels of commerce, catch bad actors, report the facts, and provide trusted, unbiased information to people all over the world. About Us Thomson Reuters informs the way forward by bringing together the trusted content and technology that people and organizations need to make the right decisions. We serve professionals across legal, tax, accounting, compliance, government, and media. Our products combine highly specialized software and insights to empower professionals with the data, intelligence, and solutions needed to make informed decisions, and to help institutions in their pursuit of justice, truth, and transparency. Reuters, part of Thomson Reuters, is a world leading provider of trusted journalism and news. We are powered by the talents of 26,000 employees across more than 70 countries, where everyone has a chance to contribute and grow professionally in flexible work environments. At a time when objectivity, accuracy, fairness, and transparency are under attack, we consider it our duty to pursue them. Sound exciting? Join us and help shape the industries that move society forward. As a global business, we rely on the unique backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences of all employees to deliver on our business goals. To ensure we can do that, we seek talented, qualified employees in all our operations around the world regardless of race, color, sex/gender, including pregnancy, gender identity and expression, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, citizen status, veteran status . click apply for full job details
Feb 12, 2026
Full time
Are you a curious and open-minded individual with an interest in conducting state-of-the-art foundational machine learning research? Thomson Reuters Labs is seeking Research Scientists with a passion for building complex agent-based AI systems in a data-rich, complex academic environment driven by real-world problems. Foundational Research is the dedicated core Machine Learning research division of Thomson Reuters. We are focused on research and development, with a particular focus on advanced algorithms and training techniques for Large Language Models (LLMs). We are building a strong foundation of research capabilities across different areas and are looking for scientists who participate in designing, coding, conducting experiments, translating findings into concrete deliverables and engaging with the academic community. Our focus areas are: LLM Training (Continued Pretraining, Instruction Tuning, Reinforcement Learning Alignment, Distributed Training, Efficient ML techniques) Post-training techniques for planning, reasoning & complex workflows (e.g., Reasoning Models, LLMs + Knowledge Graphs, Test time compute, CoT pipelines, Tool use & API calling, etc.) Data-centric Machine Learning (Synthetic Data, Curriculum Learning, Learned datamixtures, etc.) Evaluation (Benchmarks, Human-in-the-loop, red teaming/Adversarial Testing, Hallucination detection, ) We work collaboratively both with TR Labs (TR's applied research division), academic partners at world-leading research institutions and subject matter experts with decades of experience. We experiment, prototype, test, and deliver ideas in the pursuit of smarter and more valuable models trained on an unprecedented wealth of data and powered by state-of-the-art technical infrastructure. Through our unique institutional experience, we have access to an unprecedented number of subject matter experts involved in data collection, testing and evaluation of trained models. As a Research Scientist, you will play a key part in a diverse global team of experts. We hire world-leading specialists in ML/NLP/GenAI, as well as Engineering, to drive the company's leading internal AI model development. You will have the opportunity to publish your research findings as well as contribute to our proprietary AI model research & development. Thomson Reuters Labs is known for consistently delivering successful data-driven ML solutions in pursuit of academic excellence and support of high-growth products that serve Thomson Reuters customers in new and exciting ways. About the role In this opportunity, as a Research Scientist you will: Innovate: You will innovate and create new state-of-the-art Agent AI/LLM Agent approaches at the cutting edge of AI research. You will contribute ideas and work on solving real-world challenges using a wealth of data in agentic contexts. Experiment and develop: You are involved in the entire research & model development lifecycle, brainstorming, coding, testing, and delivering high-quality reports at leading international academic conferences. Collaborate: Working on a collaborative global team of research engineers both within Thomson Reuters and our academic partners at world-leading universities. Communicate: Actively engage in sharing our technical findings with the wider community through contributions to seminars, lectures, conferences and/or the sharing of publications and/or technical assets (data & models). About you You're a fit for the role if your background includes: Completed or in the process of obtaining PhD in a relevant discipline. First-author publications in top-tier conferences (e.g., NeurIPS, ICML, ICLR, ACL, EMNLP, NAACL, ICLR) with specific focus on agent systems, tool use, or multi-agent coordination. Familiarity with one or more deep learning frameworks (e.g. PyTorch, JAX, TensorFlow, ). Excellent communication skills to report and present research findings and developments clearly, both orally and in writing. Curious and innovative disposition capable of devising novel, well-founded algorithmic solutions to relevant problems. Self-driven attitude and ability of working with limited supervision. Comfortable in working in fast-paced, agile environments, managing uncertainty and ambiguity. Preferred qualifications High-impact publications in top-tier conferences or other influence in the research community. Experience in ML Research beyond completing a PhD (e.g. supervision, industry experience, leading academic initiatives, ). Extensive experience with deep learning frameworks and large-scale model training. Extensive experience working on agent-based systems, tool-using AI, or multi-agent coordination in LLM contexts (e.g. startup, industry, or extensive open-source experience). Strong software and/or infrastructure engineering skills and ensuring well-managed software delivery, as evidenced by code contributions to popular open-source libraries or writing production code. Experience training large-scale models over distributed nodes with cloud tools and providers such as Amazon AWS, Microsoft Azure, LambdaLabs or Google Cloud. You will enjoy Learning and development: On-the-job coaching and learning as well as the opportunity to work with cutting-edge methods and technologies. Plenty of data, compute, and high-impact problems: Our scientists and engineers get to explore large datasets and discover new capabilities and insights. Thomson Reuters is best known for the globally respected Reuters News agency, but our company is also the leading source of information for legal, corporate, and tax & accounting professionals. We have over 60,000 TBs worth of legal, regulatory, news, and tax data. We also provide access to all major cloud computing platforms to our researchers and engineers. Competitive compensation & benefits packages: The opportunity to earn while learning new skills. What's in it for you? Hybrid Work Model: We've adopted a flexible hybrid working environment (2-3 days a week in the office depending on the role) for our office-based roles while delivering a seamless experience that is digitally and physically connected. Flexibility & Work-Life Balance: Flex My Way is a set of supportive workplace policies designed to help manage personal and professional responsibilities, whether caring for family, giving back to the community, or finding time to refresh and reset. This builds upon our flexible work arrangements, including work from anywhere for up to 8 weeks per year, empowering employees to achieve a better work-life balance. Career Development and Growth: By fostering a culture of continuous learning and skill development, we prepare our talent to tackle tomorrow's challenges and deliver real-world solutions. Our Grow My Way programming and skills-first approach ensures you have the tools and knowledge to grow, lead, and thrive in an AI-enabled future. Industry Competitive Benefits: We offer comprehensive benefit plans to include flexible vacation, two company-wide Mental Health Days off, access to the Headspace app, retirement savings, tuition reimbursement, employee incentive programs, and resources for mental, physical, and financial wellbeing. Culture: Globally recognized, award-winning reputation for inclusion and belonging, flexibility, work-life balance, and more. We live by our values: Obsess over our Customers, Compete to Win, Challenge (Y)our Thinking, Act Fast / Learn Fast, and Stronger Together. Social Impact: Make an impact in your community with our Social Impact Institute. We offer employees two paid volunteer days off annually and opportunities to get involved with pro-bono consulting projects and Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) initiatives. Making a Real-World Impact: We are one of the few companies globally that helps its customers pursue justice, truth, and transparency. Together, with the professionals and institutions we serve, we help uphold the rule of law, turn the wheels of commerce, catch bad actors, report the facts, and provide trusted, unbiased information to people all over the world. About Us Thomson Reuters informs the way forward by bringing together the trusted content and technology that people and organizations need to make the right decisions. We serve professionals across legal, tax, accounting, compliance, government, and media. Our products combine highly specialized software and insights to empower professionals with the data, intelligence, and solutions needed to make informed decisions, and to help institutions in their pursuit of justice, truth, and transparency. Reuters, part of Thomson Reuters, is a world leading provider of trusted journalism and news. We are powered by the talents of 26,000 employees across more than 70 countries, where everyone has a chance to contribute and grow professionally in flexible work environments. At a time when objectivity, accuracy, fairness, and transparency are under attack, we consider it our duty to pursue them. Sound exciting? Join us and help shape the industries that move society forward. As a global business, we rely on the unique backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences of all employees to deliver on our business goals. To ensure we can do that, we seek talented, qualified employees in all our operations around the world regardless of race, color, sex/gender, including pregnancy, gender identity and expression, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, citizen status, veteran status . click apply for full job details
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions businesses need to navigate today's changing world. Our clients are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons BDO's Corporate Tax practice sits at the heart of our Tax function and plays an important role in the wider business. Our team works collaboratively with others across BDO, offering clients in the UK and overseas expert advice and solutions that help them overcome their challenges. If you're looking for exposure and the chance to make an impact, you're looking in the right place Tax is a dynamic, ever-changing industry. As our clients' needs and the regulatory environment evolve, you'll encounter new problems to solve and new opportunities for growth. Whether it's advising clients on high-profile specialisms like Corporation Tax or leading the implementation of intelligent technology solutions, you'll enjoy variety as well as stretch in your role. BDO supports all kinds of different businesses in different sectors across the UK and around the world. You'll be providing Tax Advisory services to start-ups and scale-ups, to private businesses and FTSE listed multinationals. Each of our clients has different needs and in applying your expertise in different contexts, you'll develop your skills and gain valuable experience that will serve you throughout your career. We'll help you succeed Our clients trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with clients and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be someone who can work pro-actively, managing your own tasks, but you'll also be confident collaborating with others, communicating regularly with senior managers, Directors, and BDO's Partners to enable us to serve our clients effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to our clients. Role Overview This role will provide Tax compliance and advisory services to a wide range of corporate and owner managed clients. The primary responsibility will be to deal with all matters relating to the management of a portfolio of clients. You will also provide assistance to Director/Partners in both client work and in the management of the group and on occasions the practice. Will be involved in special assignments on an ad hoc basis. A key part of the role requires the individual to actively seek, and keep the Partner informed about, any new business opportunities arising on existing and new clients. Responsibilities To act as a key point of contact within the firm for the client, together with the Senior Manager/Partner. This will involve responding quickly to, as well as anticipating, client requests/needs, keeping clients informed of progress in relation to all aspects of the service provided, and maintaining regular contact with clients There will be an expectation that you will take full responsibility for project delivery on their portfolio Manage a portfolio of clients including control of billings and cash collection within the firms criteria Review of work prepared by more junior members of staff Liaise with HMRC To ensure assignments are completed within agreed budgets and keep client/Partner informed of overruns and plan staff assignments in order to give an appropriate spread of experience Ensure that the firm's quality control procedures are adhered to including second partner review Identify risk and technical matters, as well as selling opportunities, to the Partner/ Senior Manager/Manager, whilst exercising judgement within agreed parameters. Requirements Educated to degree level, and/or CTA and/or ACA qualified or equivalent Guide and supervise less experienced colleagues. Support, train, mentor and advise others in own area. Challenge current practice - driving improvements and championing change. Take personal responsibility for own decisions and actions and those of others. Lead projects of limited scale or complexity You'll also be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer everyone the opportunity to work in ways that suit them, their teams, and the task in hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. We can provide the best support for our clients and people when we're working side by side. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for our clients and satisfying experiences at work, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions. We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
Feb 12, 2026
Full time
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions businesses need to navigate today's changing world. Our clients are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons BDO's Corporate Tax practice sits at the heart of our Tax function and plays an important role in the wider business. Our team works collaboratively with others across BDO, offering clients in the UK and overseas expert advice and solutions that help them overcome their challenges. If you're looking for exposure and the chance to make an impact, you're looking in the right place Tax is a dynamic, ever-changing industry. As our clients' needs and the regulatory environment evolve, you'll encounter new problems to solve and new opportunities for growth. Whether it's advising clients on high-profile specialisms like Corporation Tax or leading the implementation of intelligent technology solutions, you'll enjoy variety as well as stretch in your role. BDO supports all kinds of different businesses in different sectors across the UK and around the world. You'll be providing Tax Advisory services to start-ups and scale-ups, to private businesses and FTSE listed multinationals. Each of our clients has different needs and in applying your expertise in different contexts, you'll develop your skills and gain valuable experience that will serve you throughout your career. We'll help you succeed Our clients trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with clients and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be someone who can work pro-actively, managing your own tasks, but you'll also be confident collaborating with others, communicating regularly with senior managers, Directors, and BDO's Partners to enable us to serve our clients effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to our clients. Role Overview This role will provide Tax compliance and advisory services to a wide range of corporate and owner managed clients. The primary responsibility will be to deal with all matters relating to the management of a portfolio of clients. You will also provide assistance to Director/Partners in both client work and in the management of the group and on occasions the practice. Will be involved in special assignments on an ad hoc basis. A key part of the role requires the individual to actively seek, and keep the Partner informed about, any new business opportunities arising on existing and new clients. Responsibilities To act as a key point of contact within the firm for the client, together with the Senior Manager/Partner. This will involve responding quickly to, as well as anticipating, client requests/needs, keeping clients informed of progress in relation to all aspects of the service provided, and maintaining regular contact with clients There will be an expectation that you will take full responsibility for project delivery on their portfolio Manage a portfolio of clients including control of billings and cash collection within the firms criteria Review of work prepared by more junior members of staff Liaise with HMRC To ensure assignments are completed within agreed budgets and keep client/Partner informed of overruns and plan staff assignments in order to give an appropriate spread of experience Ensure that the firm's quality control procedures are adhered to including second partner review Identify risk and technical matters, as well as selling opportunities, to the Partner/ Senior Manager/Manager, whilst exercising judgement within agreed parameters. Requirements Educated to degree level, and/or CTA and/or ACA qualified or equivalent Guide and supervise less experienced colleagues. Support, train, mentor and advise others in own area. Challenge current practice - driving improvements and championing change. Take personal responsibility for own decisions and actions and those of others. Lead projects of limited scale or complexity You'll also be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer everyone the opportunity to work in ways that suit them, their teams, and the task in hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. We can provide the best support for our clients and people when we're working side by side. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for our clients and satisfying experiences at work, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions. We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
Huawei Technologies Research & Development (UK) Ltd
Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
About Huawei Research and Development UK Limited Founded in 1987, Huawei is a leading global provider of information and communications technology (ICT) infrastructure and smart devices. We have 207,000 employees and operate in over 170 countries and regions, serving more than three billion people around the world. Our vision and mission is to bring digital to every person, home and organization for a fully connected, intelligent world. To this end, we will drive ubiquitous connectivity and promote equal access to networks; bring cloud and artificial intelligence to all four corners of the earth to provide superior computing power where you need it, when you need it; build digital platforms to help all industries and organizations become more agile, efficient, and dynamic; redefine user experience with AI, making it more personalized for people in all aspects of their life, whether they're at home, in the office, or on the go. This spirit of innovation has led Huawei to work in close partnership with leading academic institutions in the UK to develop and refine the latest technologies. With a shared commitment to innovation and progress, both parties have worked together to achieve common goals and establish a strong partnership. The partnership between UK and Huawei help to develop the technologies of the future that will transform the way we all communicate, work and live. For the past 30 years we have maintained an unwavering focus, rejecting shortcuts and easy opportunities that don't align with our core business. With a practical approach to everything we do, we concentrate our efforts and invest patiently to drive technological breakthroughs. This strategic focus is a reflection of our core values: staying customer-centric, inspiring dedication, persevering, Growing by reflection Huawei Research and Development UK Limited Overview Huawei's vision is a fully connected, intelligent world. To achieve this, we work to inspire passion for basic research around the world. Our combined passion drives development across the global innovation value chain. Huawei has the largest Research and Development organization in the world with 96,000+ employees in research centers around the globe. In the UK, we already have design centers in Cambridge, London, Edinburgh and Ipswich. We continue to explore and define new research directions and new services. We have expanded our collaborations with academic researchers; researched new network architectures, integration of communications and key enabling technologies; and developed the fundamental theories of these technologies. We invite you to join us on this exciting journey and drive your career forward. Your Role As the Chief AI System Software & Hardware Co-design Architect at Huawei, you will be at the helm of pioneering Huawei's AI system into a new era. Your role involves: Shaping the Future of AI: Take charge of advancing the technical edge of Huawei's AI processors. You will delve into the core technologies driving NPU chips, setting the direction for ground-breaking innovations. Strategizing for Global Impact: Craft and steer comprehensive evolution strategies and roadmaps. Your vision will chart the course for Huawei's dominance in the AI system domain. Integrate Cutting-Edge Technologies: Spearhead the integration of diverse AI sub-domains including memory hierarchy, interconnect topology, application algorithms, frameworks, runtime environments, modelling, simulation, SDK and compilers. Your expertise will be crucial in synthesizing these elements from a system-centric view, crafting a competitive end-to-end architectural landscape. Lead in AI Evolution: Stay ahead of the curve in AI industry and technology trends. Your role involves deeply understanding and predicting the future of AI applications and algorithms. You'll be instrumental in developing key technical architectures for foundational AI software and hardware, addressing critical usability and performance challenges in comprehensive AI solutions. Guide and Inspire Technical Teams: As a leader, you will orchestrate the lifecycle management of complex technical projects. Your role extends beyond our headquarters, identifying and leveraging global resources to enhance project outcomes. Your leadership will be pivotal in shaping the overall architectural design and driving successful project execution. We Seek: Visionaries with rich experience in optimizing AI chip architectures and systems. Strategic thinkers familiar with AI industry applications and trends, and have comprehensive capabilities from applications to basic software to chips. Bring your comprehensive knowledge of AI industry applications to the forefront. Be adept in navigating through the evolving landscape of mainstream AI models and algorithm trends. Your expertise will be invaluable in discerning nuanced requirements for the chip layer, setting the foundation for innovative processor development. Mastery in Technical Problem-Solving. Exhibit your proficiency in identifying and addressing critical bottlenecks, particularly in challenging domains like Natural Language Processing (NLP) and large-scale AI models. Your ability to pinpoint and resolve these key issues is vital, propelling the evolution of our software architecture to new heights of efficiency and effectiveness. Pioneer in Strategic Development and Innovation. Assume a pivotal role in steering the planning and architectural design for cutting-edge chip technologies and foundational system software. Your leadership will be essential in guiding our R&D team to successfully develop and implement sophisticated AI software and hardware systems, setting new standards in the industry. Desired: Experience in enhancing software usability. Proficiency across AI sub-fields, including application algorithms, frameworks, runtime, modelling, simulation and compilers. Track record of transforming academic research into commercial successes. What we offer 33 days annual leave entitlement per year (including UK public holidays) Group Personal Pension Life insurance Private medical insurance Medical expense claim scheme Employee Assistance Program Cycle to work scheme Company sports club and social events Additional time off for learning and development
Feb 12, 2026
Full time
About Huawei Research and Development UK Limited Founded in 1987, Huawei is a leading global provider of information and communications technology (ICT) infrastructure and smart devices. We have 207,000 employees and operate in over 170 countries and regions, serving more than three billion people around the world. Our vision and mission is to bring digital to every person, home and organization for a fully connected, intelligent world. To this end, we will drive ubiquitous connectivity and promote equal access to networks; bring cloud and artificial intelligence to all four corners of the earth to provide superior computing power where you need it, when you need it; build digital platforms to help all industries and organizations become more agile, efficient, and dynamic; redefine user experience with AI, making it more personalized for people in all aspects of their life, whether they're at home, in the office, or on the go. This spirit of innovation has led Huawei to work in close partnership with leading academic institutions in the UK to develop and refine the latest technologies. With a shared commitment to innovation and progress, both parties have worked together to achieve common goals and establish a strong partnership. The partnership between UK and Huawei help to develop the technologies of the future that will transform the way we all communicate, work and live. For the past 30 years we have maintained an unwavering focus, rejecting shortcuts and easy opportunities that don't align with our core business. With a practical approach to everything we do, we concentrate our efforts and invest patiently to drive technological breakthroughs. This strategic focus is a reflection of our core values: staying customer-centric, inspiring dedication, persevering, Growing by reflection Huawei Research and Development UK Limited Overview Huawei's vision is a fully connected, intelligent world. To achieve this, we work to inspire passion for basic research around the world. Our combined passion drives development across the global innovation value chain. Huawei has the largest Research and Development organization in the world with 96,000+ employees in research centers around the globe. In the UK, we already have design centers in Cambridge, London, Edinburgh and Ipswich. We continue to explore and define new research directions and new services. We have expanded our collaborations with academic researchers; researched new network architectures, integration of communications and key enabling technologies; and developed the fundamental theories of these technologies. We invite you to join us on this exciting journey and drive your career forward. Your Role As the Chief AI System Software & Hardware Co-design Architect at Huawei, you will be at the helm of pioneering Huawei's AI system into a new era. Your role involves: Shaping the Future of AI: Take charge of advancing the technical edge of Huawei's AI processors. You will delve into the core technologies driving NPU chips, setting the direction for ground-breaking innovations. Strategizing for Global Impact: Craft and steer comprehensive evolution strategies and roadmaps. Your vision will chart the course for Huawei's dominance in the AI system domain. Integrate Cutting-Edge Technologies: Spearhead the integration of diverse AI sub-domains including memory hierarchy, interconnect topology, application algorithms, frameworks, runtime environments, modelling, simulation, SDK and compilers. Your expertise will be crucial in synthesizing these elements from a system-centric view, crafting a competitive end-to-end architectural landscape. Lead in AI Evolution: Stay ahead of the curve in AI industry and technology trends. Your role involves deeply understanding and predicting the future of AI applications and algorithms. You'll be instrumental in developing key technical architectures for foundational AI software and hardware, addressing critical usability and performance challenges in comprehensive AI solutions. Guide and Inspire Technical Teams: As a leader, you will orchestrate the lifecycle management of complex technical projects. Your role extends beyond our headquarters, identifying and leveraging global resources to enhance project outcomes. Your leadership will be pivotal in shaping the overall architectural design and driving successful project execution. We Seek: Visionaries with rich experience in optimizing AI chip architectures and systems. Strategic thinkers familiar with AI industry applications and trends, and have comprehensive capabilities from applications to basic software to chips. Bring your comprehensive knowledge of AI industry applications to the forefront. Be adept in navigating through the evolving landscape of mainstream AI models and algorithm trends. Your expertise will be invaluable in discerning nuanced requirements for the chip layer, setting the foundation for innovative processor development. Mastery in Technical Problem-Solving. Exhibit your proficiency in identifying and addressing critical bottlenecks, particularly in challenging domains like Natural Language Processing (NLP) and large-scale AI models. Your ability to pinpoint and resolve these key issues is vital, propelling the evolution of our software architecture to new heights of efficiency and effectiveness. Pioneer in Strategic Development and Innovation. Assume a pivotal role in steering the planning and architectural design for cutting-edge chip technologies and foundational system software. Your leadership will be essential in guiding our R&D team to successfully develop and implement sophisticated AI software and hardware systems, setting new standards in the industry. Desired: Experience in enhancing software usability. Proficiency across AI sub-fields, including application algorithms, frameworks, runtime, modelling, simulation and compilers. Track record of transforming academic research into commercial successes. What we offer 33 days annual leave entitlement per year (including UK public holidays) Group Personal Pension Life insurance Private medical insurance Medical expense claim scheme Employee Assistance Program Cycle to work scheme Company sports club and social events Additional time off for learning and development
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons Our Indirect Tax business continues to grow at a rapid pace. Indirect Taxes raise significant revenues for governments globally and gain increasing focus from tax authorities, the media and the public. For you it's the chance to hone your tax technical, project management and client service skills with interesting and complex assignments to help clients of all sizes succeed. The team comprises a mix of 'home-grown' (including at partner level) and externally recruited talent. This strength and diversity of knowledge and experience creates an environment where our team can bring fresh thinking and a varied perspective to every project, enabling us to deliver creative, commercial and robust solutions for our clients. We'll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be someone who is both comfortable taking responsibility for your own client portfolio as well as working as part of a team to develop colleagues and drive the wider business aims. You will be part of a local team, supported by two Senior Managers, a Director and a Partner but given the autonomy and time to develop your personal business as part of that team. You'll be someone with: Significant technical understanding of and previous experience within UK VAT. In-depth knowledge of recent key updates and areas of focus within UK VAT Responsibility to build, manage and develop your advisory portfolio, supported by the Partner and Director. Confidence to build an internal and external network in the local area to drive new business opportunities Ability to actively seek opportunities for selling new services to existing clients Experience of leading engagement with HMRC for clients Experience and credibility when dealing with client senior management An understanding of the regulatory and risk environment in which ICAEW regulated professional services firms operate CTA and/or ACA qualified or equivalent You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer every colleague the opportunity to work in ways that suit you, your teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for the companies we work with and satisfying experiences for our colleagues, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions. We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
Feb 12, 2026
Full time
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons Our Indirect Tax business continues to grow at a rapid pace. Indirect Taxes raise significant revenues for governments globally and gain increasing focus from tax authorities, the media and the public. For you it's the chance to hone your tax technical, project management and client service skills with interesting and complex assignments to help clients of all sizes succeed. The team comprises a mix of 'home-grown' (including at partner level) and externally recruited talent. This strength and diversity of knowledge and experience creates an environment where our team can bring fresh thinking and a varied perspective to every project, enabling us to deliver creative, commercial and robust solutions for our clients. We'll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be someone who is both comfortable taking responsibility for your own client portfolio as well as working as part of a team to develop colleagues and drive the wider business aims. You will be part of a local team, supported by two Senior Managers, a Director and a Partner but given the autonomy and time to develop your personal business as part of that team. You'll be someone with: Significant technical understanding of and previous experience within UK VAT. In-depth knowledge of recent key updates and areas of focus within UK VAT Responsibility to build, manage and develop your advisory portfolio, supported by the Partner and Director. Confidence to build an internal and external network in the local area to drive new business opportunities Ability to actively seek opportunities for selling new services to existing clients Experience of leading engagement with HMRC for clients Experience and credibility when dealing with client senior management An understanding of the regulatory and risk environment in which ICAEW regulated professional services firms operate CTA and/or ACA qualified or equivalent You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer every colleague the opportunity to work in ways that suit you, your teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for the companies we work with and satisfying experiences for our colleagues, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions. We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
Finance Manager (Local Finance) Based in the NEU Hamilton House Office (London WC1H 9BD) Full time, Permanent Commencing salary £73,125 per annum The National Education Union (NEU) represents 500,000 teachers, lecturers, support staff, and school leaders making it a powerful force for change in education. This is an exciting time to join us as we continue our journey to become a more agile, strategic, and strongly coordinated Trade Union, ready to meet future challenges and drive lasting change. If this appeals to you, the Finance Department are looking for a Finance Manager - Local Finance to lead a team of six responsible for working closely with the NEU's Districts, Branches, and Regional Councils, providing advice, guidance, and support on all areas of Local Finance. You will manage and develop the Local Finance Team and be the primary point of contact on Local Finance matters for Staff, Lay Officers, and the Executive to ensure all required functions are delivered as effectively as possible. The role holder must have the ability to build relationships with Lay Officers, especially Local Treasurers, and communicate financial information in a way that's clear and accessible to all. This will include overseeing the Treasurers Training programme, ensuring appropriate stewardship of Union funds, and compliance with the NEU's Rules, Regulations, and legal obligations. The ideal candidate must have demonstratable experience managing a team in a similar environment, including experience of developing staff, workforce planning, and performance management. The ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate sound judgement, their ability to deliver across a range of functions in time for critical deadlines, and an understanding of the political context in which the NEU operates. The role will be based at Hamilton House, our London headquarters, and the NEU offers a hybrid working programme requiring the role holder to work from Hamilton House three days per week with the remaining days at home subject to operational needs. The role holder will also need to be able to travel for Treasurers Training where courses are held nationwide, and for the Treasurer's Reception at the NEU's Annual Conference. In addition to salary, we offer good conditions including 35 days' annual leave plus Christmas closure days and a defined benefit pension scheme. Salary and benefits are pro-rata for part-time applicants. Further details can be downloaded from our website via the button below, where applicants will be able to complete an online application on our recruitment portal. Closing date is mid-day Wednesday 25th February 2026. Interviews will be held in person at Hamilton House and are scheduled for Thursday 12 March 2026. THE UNION IS FUNDAMENTALLY COMMITTED TO EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES IN ITS POLICIES AND PRACTICE
Feb 12, 2026
Full time
Finance Manager (Local Finance) Based in the NEU Hamilton House Office (London WC1H 9BD) Full time, Permanent Commencing salary £73,125 per annum The National Education Union (NEU) represents 500,000 teachers, lecturers, support staff, and school leaders making it a powerful force for change in education. This is an exciting time to join us as we continue our journey to become a more agile, strategic, and strongly coordinated Trade Union, ready to meet future challenges and drive lasting change. If this appeals to you, the Finance Department are looking for a Finance Manager - Local Finance to lead a team of six responsible for working closely with the NEU's Districts, Branches, and Regional Councils, providing advice, guidance, and support on all areas of Local Finance. You will manage and develop the Local Finance Team and be the primary point of contact on Local Finance matters for Staff, Lay Officers, and the Executive to ensure all required functions are delivered as effectively as possible. The role holder must have the ability to build relationships with Lay Officers, especially Local Treasurers, and communicate financial information in a way that's clear and accessible to all. This will include overseeing the Treasurers Training programme, ensuring appropriate stewardship of Union funds, and compliance with the NEU's Rules, Regulations, and legal obligations. The ideal candidate must have demonstratable experience managing a team in a similar environment, including experience of developing staff, workforce planning, and performance management. The ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate sound judgement, their ability to deliver across a range of functions in time for critical deadlines, and an understanding of the political context in which the NEU operates. The role will be based at Hamilton House, our London headquarters, and the NEU offers a hybrid working programme requiring the role holder to work from Hamilton House three days per week with the remaining days at home subject to operational needs. The role holder will also need to be able to travel for Treasurers Training where courses are held nationwide, and for the Treasurer's Reception at the NEU's Annual Conference. In addition to salary, we offer good conditions including 35 days' annual leave plus Christmas closure days and a defined benefit pension scheme. Salary and benefits are pro-rata for part-time applicants. Further details can be downloaded from our website via the button below, where applicants will be able to complete an online application on our recruitment portal. Closing date is mid-day Wednesday 25th February 2026. Interviews will be held in person at Hamilton House and are scheduled for Thursday 12 March 2026. THE UNION IS FUNDAMENTALLY COMMITTED TO EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES IN ITS POLICIES AND PRACTICE
Job Description DXC Technology is seeking a seasoned SAP S/4HANA PP Senior Consultant to drive the design and delivery of next generation manufacturing and supply chain solutions across large scale SAP transformation programs. This is a key role within our SAP Consulting and Delivery team in the UK, responsible for crafting innovative, value driven SAP PP and Production Execution solutions while guiding clients through complex change journeys. Responsibilities Lead end-to-end delivery of the SAP S/4HANA Production Planning (PP) and Production Execution (PE) solution across multiple industry sectors Own the solution design across Make-to-Stock, Make-to-Order, Repetitive, and Discrete manufacturing scenarios Conduct detailed discovery and explore design workshops with production managers, planners, and supply chain heads to define target operating models Define integration points with SAP MM, SD, QM, WM/EWM, IBP, and Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) Drive the adoption of S/4 innovations such as Advanced Planning, MRP Live, Production Scheduling Board, and Embedded Analytics Support pre sales solutioning - RFPs, RFIs, demos, and effort estimations for manufacturing led SAP transformations Contribute to industry specific solution templates (e.g., automotive, industrial, consumer goods) with repeatable assets and accelerators Collaborate with technical architects, data migration teams, and change management experts to ensure holistic transformation success Lead and mentor a team of functional consultants and guide clients through business process enablement and deployment planning Required Experience Extensive years of SAP consulting experience with deep functional expertise in SAP PP and related modules 2 full-cycle S/4HANA greenfield and brownfield implementation programs in a manufacturing-intensive environment and at least one greenfield global rollout implementation program Strong hands on experience in S/4HANA Production Planning, Demand Management, Shop Floor Control, MRP Live, and Work Center/Resource modeling Experience integrating SAP PP with MES systems, either via PI/PO, MII, or third-party manufacturing platforms Previous leadership of SAP workstreams or cross functional manufacturing solutions in a consulting/SI environment Demonstrated capability in pre sales or bid solutioning - especially for manufacturing-led S/4 programs Technical & Functional Skills In-depth configuration knowledge of SAP PP, MRP, Routing/BOMs, Production Orders, Capacity Planning, and Demand Management Understanding of integration touchpoints with MM, SD, QM, PM, and MES interfaces Familiarity with Fiori apps for shop floor operations and embedded analytics for production KPIs Exposure to SAP IBP, PP/DS, or advanced scheduling tools is highly desirable Awareness of industry manufacturing standards and regulatory compliance frameworks (GMP, ISO, etc.) Stakeholder & Soft Skills Strong engagement skills with manufacturing stakeholders: Heads of Production, Plant Managers, and COOs Ability to translate complex operational processes into streamlined SAP enabled solutions Excellent communication, presentation, and storytelling skills - with comfort in C level discussions Experience managing diverse teams, mentoring junior consultants, and driving delivery excellence Methodologies & Tools Proven experience with SAP Activate and agile delivery models Use of Signavio, Solution Manager, JIRA/Confluence, and other project collaboration tools Familiarity with DevOps pipelines for functional delivery in SAP S/4HANA programs Certifications & Qualifications Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, or Information Systems SAP Certified Application Associate - SAP S/4HANA Manufacturing for Production Planning and Control TOGAF, ITIL, or similar framework certifications (preferred for solution architecture exposure) At DXC Technology, we believe strong connections and community are key to our success. Our work model prioritizes in person collaboration while offering flexibility to support wellbeing, productivity, individual work styles, and life circumstances. We're committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. Recruitment fraud is a scheme in which fictitious job opportunities are offered to job seekers typically through online services, such as false websites, or through unsolicited emails claiming to be from the company. These emails may request recipients to provide personal information or to make payments as part of their illegitimate recruiting process. DXC does not make offers of employment via social media networks and DXC never asks for any money or payments from applicants at any point in the recruitment process, nor ask a job seeker to purchase IT or other equipment on our behalf. More information on employment scams is available here.
Feb 12, 2026
Full time
Job Description DXC Technology is seeking a seasoned SAP S/4HANA PP Senior Consultant to drive the design and delivery of next generation manufacturing and supply chain solutions across large scale SAP transformation programs. This is a key role within our SAP Consulting and Delivery team in the UK, responsible for crafting innovative, value driven SAP PP and Production Execution solutions while guiding clients through complex change journeys. Responsibilities Lead end-to-end delivery of the SAP S/4HANA Production Planning (PP) and Production Execution (PE) solution across multiple industry sectors Own the solution design across Make-to-Stock, Make-to-Order, Repetitive, and Discrete manufacturing scenarios Conduct detailed discovery and explore design workshops with production managers, planners, and supply chain heads to define target operating models Define integration points with SAP MM, SD, QM, WM/EWM, IBP, and Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) Drive the adoption of S/4 innovations such as Advanced Planning, MRP Live, Production Scheduling Board, and Embedded Analytics Support pre sales solutioning - RFPs, RFIs, demos, and effort estimations for manufacturing led SAP transformations Contribute to industry specific solution templates (e.g., automotive, industrial, consumer goods) with repeatable assets and accelerators Collaborate with technical architects, data migration teams, and change management experts to ensure holistic transformation success Lead and mentor a team of functional consultants and guide clients through business process enablement and deployment planning Required Experience Extensive years of SAP consulting experience with deep functional expertise in SAP PP and related modules 2 full-cycle S/4HANA greenfield and brownfield implementation programs in a manufacturing-intensive environment and at least one greenfield global rollout implementation program Strong hands on experience in S/4HANA Production Planning, Demand Management, Shop Floor Control, MRP Live, and Work Center/Resource modeling Experience integrating SAP PP with MES systems, either via PI/PO, MII, or third-party manufacturing platforms Previous leadership of SAP workstreams or cross functional manufacturing solutions in a consulting/SI environment Demonstrated capability in pre sales or bid solutioning - especially for manufacturing-led S/4 programs Technical & Functional Skills In-depth configuration knowledge of SAP PP, MRP, Routing/BOMs, Production Orders, Capacity Planning, and Demand Management Understanding of integration touchpoints with MM, SD, QM, PM, and MES interfaces Familiarity with Fiori apps for shop floor operations and embedded analytics for production KPIs Exposure to SAP IBP, PP/DS, or advanced scheduling tools is highly desirable Awareness of industry manufacturing standards and regulatory compliance frameworks (GMP, ISO, etc.) Stakeholder & Soft Skills Strong engagement skills with manufacturing stakeholders: Heads of Production, Plant Managers, and COOs Ability to translate complex operational processes into streamlined SAP enabled solutions Excellent communication, presentation, and storytelling skills - with comfort in C level discussions Experience managing diverse teams, mentoring junior consultants, and driving delivery excellence Methodologies & Tools Proven experience with SAP Activate and agile delivery models Use of Signavio, Solution Manager, JIRA/Confluence, and other project collaboration tools Familiarity with DevOps pipelines for functional delivery in SAP S/4HANA programs Certifications & Qualifications Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, or Information Systems SAP Certified Application Associate - SAP S/4HANA Manufacturing for Production Planning and Control TOGAF, ITIL, or similar framework certifications (preferred for solution architecture exposure) At DXC Technology, we believe strong connections and community are key to our success. Our work model prioritizes in person collaboration while offering flexibility to support wellbeing, productivity, individual work styles, and life circumstances. We're committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. Recruitment fraud is a scheme in which fictitious job opportunities are offered to job seekers typically through online services, such as false websites, or through unsolicited emails claiming to be from the company. These emails may request recipients to provide personal information or to make payments as part of their illegitimate recruiting process. DXC does not make offers of employment via social media networks and DXC never asks for any money or payments from applicants at any point in the recruitment process, nor ask a job seeker to purchase IT or other equipment on our behalf. More information on employment scams is available here.
Framework Director (Education) Note for Recruitment Agencies: We prefer to hire directly and we will be in touch with our PSL Agencies if this role is eligible for release. We do not accept speculative CVs from agencies. If speculative CVs are sent, no fee will be applicable - please direct all queries to the relevant Resourcing Partner. UK Education is a key sector for Galliford Try, the education sector is approximately 36% of the building division turnover. All regional businesses across the company are active within the sector ensuring national expertise and coverage. 65% of the value of our education sector order book is procured through frameworks highlighting our strong relationships within the sector and the value of repeat work both to us and our clients. We have a national education team, headed by Claire Jackson our Education Director, who oversee our education portfolio and drive excellence and innovation. Our education team members have a particular experience and expertise built up over decades of working within the sector. Our national team also ensure consistency is delivered through our eleven regional offices. What you will be doing Galliford Try operates across a number of Lots of the Department for Education (DfE) Construction Framework across England. The Construction Framework supports the school building programmes and is intended to meet a variety of needs supporting the delivery of building and maintenance programmes for schools, academies, free schools and sixth form colleges. Projects can be large new build, refurbishment or remodelling and include early contractor involvement, design and build or traditional projects. Framework Director's key role is to Act as a single point of contact for the DfE Regional and Programme Managers Support project delivery teams at key gateways and monitor our performance to ensure delivery is in line with DfE framework requirements Be a consistent oversight for every project from inception through to the end of the defects liability period Train and inform our delivery teams on local competition protocol, PI requirements and timescales for delivery Act as Framework Director for Department for Education Frameworks including Provide oversight, direction and governance of DfE Framework schemes Assist with the management of pipeline and liaise with Regional Businesses to track opportunities and agree bid/no-bid decisions Attend Bidders' Days and ensure full understanding of projects and batches; inc. scope; geography; funding; market interest; commercial attractiveness; risk etc. Brief, support and advise Regional Businesses bid teams (internal and external) Support bid management (writing, reviewing and production where necessary): oversee local competition responses (with Bid Manager and Regional bidding team) and SPM process (with Regional operational delivery team) Assist with the selection and appointment of consultants, advisers, design teams and supply chain partners; and brief and advise them in terms of consistency of approach, required inputs and outputs, expectations of coordination etc. Attend school/client engagements, design team meetings and internal meetings as appropriate during bidding stages Strategic oversight of the transition from bidding to operational teams at SPM and construction phases. Framework-level oversight of the construction stage. Framework-level oversight of the development and delivery of a consistent approach to and delivery of Soft Landings and Delivering Excellence Assist with the production of project reviews, client satisfaction reports etc. Collect and collate KPI, progress and other data and statistics; (for reporting to GT Building Board and the DfE) First point of contact for DfE Project Directors. Develop and maintain relationships with DfE Project Directors, DfE Programme teams and the Technical Advisers, PMs and QSs associated with the framework Organise and deliver framework workshops, training workshops, briefings, lessons learnt reviews on a regular basis. Share best practice between bid teams and Business Units Provide monthly scheme specific summary reports relating to cost, time, performance and any key project issues Produce Quarterly Active Scheme presentation and present to DfE Regional Heads on a quarterly basis. Ensure continuity, consistency (where appropriate) and continuous improvement project to project. Refine bid and engagement processes and systems, client relationships etc. Improve commercial understanding and strategy, including margins Communicate and ensure desired Framework behaviours are adopted on DfE Framework schemes Improve value for money in relation to bid costs and delivery costs Assist with the implementation of the Galliford Try Standardised School model containing benchmark designs, design details, products, specifications and costs; and provide briefing workshops for new teams. Liaise with key supply chain partners (working with Procurement Manager) to improve pricing, reliability, quality, continuity of design and materials etc. As part of the education sector leadership team, participate in the development, agreement and implementation of the Education Sector Strategy and the Higher Education Strategy Participate and contribute to education sector marketing events throughout the year Develop other education opportunities, e.g.: other frameworks, tendered opportunities, negotiated work, private schools, mixed use developments with schools; and S106, colleges and universities when opportunities arise About You Should ideally have worked at a senior level within a UK construction organisation. Ability to lead and manage individuals and teams, both direct and indirectly Ability to work remotely and be self-managing while maintaining team spirit Skilled at building effective relationships, internally and externally Ability to apply strategic thinking Gravitas and profile to lead at a senior level and ability to influence behaviour and build a strong rapport within the business. Well-developed oral and presentation/communication skills What we can offer in return With an impressive order book of over £4.1 billion we are one of the industry's leading principal contractors, affording you the opportunity to work on some of the UK's most exciting projects offering you stability as well as the chance to stretch your capabilities and realise long held career goals. You will be joining diverse teams working at a high professional level with exceptional levels of commitment. With an ambitious strategy, we're poised for further growth and success, so if you're committed, talented and enthusiastic, Galliford Try is the right place for you. We are committed to maintaining the physical and mental wellbeing of all our people, through our 'Be Well' programme which offers discounts on certain products, advice and support for a range of issues. We invest in high-quality training for employees of all levels, from our leadership development framework to our apprenticeship programmes. Through our Career Paths initiative, individuals receive tailored training and support to fulfil their potential. Our industry is all about creating talented teams that excel in their areas of expertise. As an employer, we know you are most motivated to give your best when you feel valued and engaged. Our Agile Working programme empowers you with flexibility in when, where and how you work. Where appropriate, site and office-based employees can take advantage of a wide variety of working practices, offering different amounts of structure, regularity and flexibility to suit your needs as well as those of your wider team. Our benefits Generous holiday entitlement, increasing with years of service, plus the opportunity to purchase further holidays A wide range of corporate discounts Cycle to Work schemes Comprehensive pension plan Regular Save as You Earn share purchase scheme Private medical scheme options are available for all salaried employees and our employee assistance programme also provides free 24/7 support to those who need it Paid for yearly membership to one recognised professional association relevant to your role About us Galliford Try is one of the UK's leading construction businesses with a vision to continuously be a people-orientated, progressive business, driven by our values to deliver lasting change for our stakeholders and the communities we work in. Our purpose is to improve people's lives through building the facilities and infrastructure that communities need, providing opportunities for our people to learn, grow and progress, working with our supply chain to promote the very best working practice and caring for the environment in which we work. We do this by holding true to our values, delivering excellence for our clients and the community, being passionate about our role in providing vital services, putting integrity at the heart of our business by doing the right thing, and collaborating with our clients, supply chain and stakeholders to deliver lasting change and long-term value. For more information on this role or to enquire about other positions available within our Integrated Solutions Division please contact Laura Mitchell on . . click apply for full job details
Feb 12, 2026
Full time
Framework Director (Education) Note for Recruitment Agencies: We prefer to hire directly and we will be in touch with our PSL Agencies if this role is eligible for release. We do not accept speculative CVs from agencies. If speculative CVs are sent, no fee will be applicable - please direct all queries to the relevant Resourcing Partner. UK Education is a key sector for Galliford Try, the education sector is approximately 36% of the building division turnover. All regional businesses across the company are active within the sector ensuring national expertise and coverage. 65% of the value of our education sector order book is procured through frameworks highlighting our strong relationships within the sector and the value of repeat work both to us and our clients. We have a national education team, headed by Claire Jackson our Education Director, who oversee our education portfolio and drive excellence and innovation. Our education team members have a particular experience and expertise built up over decades of working within the sector. Our national team also ensure consistency is delivered through our eleven regional offices. What you will be doing Galliford Try operates across a number of Lots of the Department for Education (DfE) Construction Framework across England. The Construction Framework supports the school building programmes and is intended to meet a variety of needs supporting the delivery of building and maintenance programmes for schools, academies, free schools and sixth form colleges. Projects can be large new build, refurbishment or remodelling and include early contractor involvement, design and build or traditional projects. Framework Director's key role is to Act as a single point of contact for the DfE Regional and Programme Managers Support project delivery teams at key gateways and monitor our performance to ensure delivery is in line with DfE framework requirements Be a consistent oversight for every project from inception through to the end of the defects liability period Train and inform our delivery teams on local competition protocol, PI requirements and timescales for delivery Act as Framework Director for Department for Education Frameworks including Provide oversight, direction and governance of DfE Framework schemes Assist with the management of pipeline and liaise with Regional Businesses to track opportunities and agree bid/no-bid decisions Attend Bidders' Days and ensure full understanding of projects and batches; inc. scope; geography; funding; market interest; commercial attractiveness; risk etc. Brief, support and advise Regional Businesses bid teams (internal and external) Support bid management (writing, reviewing and production where necessary): oversee local competition responses (with Bid Manager and Regional bidding team) and SPM process (with Regional operational delivery team) Assist with the selection and appointment of consultants, advisers, design teams and supply chain partners; and brief and advise them in terms of consistency of approach, required inputs and outputs, expectations of coordination etc. Attend school/client engagements, design team meetings and internal meetings as appropriate during bidding stages Strategic oversight of the transition from bidding to operational teams at SPM and construction phases. Framework-level oversight of the construction stage. Framework-level oversight of the development and delivery of a consistent approach to and delivery of Soft Landings and Delivering Excellence Assist with the production of project reviews, client satisfaction reports etc. Collect and collate KPI, progress and other data and statistics; (for reporting to GT Building Board and the DfE) First point of contact for DfE Project Directors. Develop and maintain relationships with DfE Project Directors, DfE Programme teams and the Technical Advisers, PMs and QSs associated with the framework Organise and deliver framework workshops, training workshops, briefings, lessons learnt reviews on a regular basis. Share best practice between bid teams and Business Units Provide monthly scheme specific summary reports relating to cost, time, performance and any key project issues Produce Quarterly Active Scheme presentation and present to DfE Regional Heads on a quarterly basis. Ensure continuity, consistency (where appropriate) and continuous improvement project to project. Refine bid and engagement processes and systems, client relationships etc. Improve commercial understanding and strategy, including margins Communicate and ensure desired Framework behaviours are adopted on DfE Framework schemes Improve value for money in relation to bid costs and delivery costs Assist with the implementation of the Galliford Try Standardised School model containing benchmark designs, design details, products, specifications and costs; and provide briefing workshops for new teams. Liaise with key supply chain partners (working with Procurement Manager) to improve pricing, reliability, quality, continuity of design and materials etc. As part of the education sector leadership team, participate in the development, agreement and implementation of the Education Sector Strategy and the Higher Education Strategy Participate and contribute to education sector marketing events throughout the year Develop other education opportunities, e.g.: other frameworks, tendered opportunities, negotiated work, private schools, mixed use developments with schools; and S106, colleges and universities when opportunities arise About You Should ideally have worked at a senior level within a UK construction organisation. Ability to lead and manage individuals and teams, both direct and indirectly Ability to work remotely and be self-managing while maintaining team spirit Skilled at building effective relationships, internally and externally Ability to apply strategic thinking Gravitas and profile to lead at a senior level and ability to influence behaviour and build a strong rapport within the business. Well-developed oral and presentation/communication skills What we can offer in return With an impressive order book of over £4.1 billion we are one of the industry's leading principal contractors, affording you the opportunity to work on some of the UK's most exciting projects offering you stability as well as the chance to stretch your capabilities and realise long held career goals. You will be joining diverse teams working at a high professional level with exceptional levels of commitment. With an ambitious strategy, we're poised for further growth and success, so if you're committed, talented and enthusiastic, Galliford Try is the right place for you. We are committed to maintaining the physical and mental wellbeing of all our people, through our 'Be Well' programme which offers discounts on certain products, advice and support for a range of issues. We invest in high-quality training for employees of all levels, from our leadership development framework to our apprenticeship programmes. Through our Career Paths initiative, individuals receive tailored training and support to fulfil their potential. Our industry is all about creating talented teams that excel in their areas of expertise. As an employer, we know you are most motivated to give your best when you feel valued and engaged. Our Agile Working programme empowers you with flexibility in when, where and how you work. Where appropriate, site and office-based employees can take advantage of a wide variety of working practices, offering different amounts of structure, regularity and flexibility to suit your needs as well as those of your wider team. Our benefits Generous holiday entitlement, increasing with years of service, plus the opportunity to purchase further holidays A wide range of corporate discounts Cycle to Work schemes Comprehensive pension plan Regular Save as You Earn share purchase scheme Private medical scheme options are available for all salaried employees and our employee assistance programme also provides free 24/7 support to those who need it Paid for yearly membership to one recognised professional association relevant to your role About us Galliford Try is one of the UK's leading construction businesses with a vision to continuously be a people-orientated, progressive business, driven by our values to deliver lasting change for our stakeholders and the communities we work in. Our purpose is to improve people's lives through building the facilities and infrastructure that communities need, providing opportunities for our people to learn, grow and progress, working with our supply chain to promote the very best working practice and caring for the environment in which we work. We do this by holding true to our values, delivering excellence for our clients and the community, being passionate about our role in providing vital services, putting integrity at the heart of our business by doing the right thing, and collaborating with our clients, supply chain and stakeholders to deliver lasting change and long-term value. For more information on this role or to enquire about other positions available within our Integrated Solutions Division please contact Laura Mitchell on . . click apply for full job details
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams leading them. We'll broaden your horizons Audit quality is central to our strategy as an Audit Stream, the key ingredient to our success. Consistent high audit quality enables us to attract, develop and retain talented people and be proud of our work. Audit quality allows us to compete in the market and demonstrate that we can play a key role in market reform. Consistently high audit quality does not happen by chance. It requires a mindset and culture of challenge and professional scepticism, appropriate resources both people and intellectual, investment in central support for engagement teams and technology solutions. Within the last year we have increased our headcount significantly, invested in new partners, and commenced a significant investment programme in our Audit Quality Department. We'll help you succeed The work we do is underpinned by quality. We deliver audits which are trusted and transparent which can be relied upon by companies and their stakeholders. You'll be someone who is comfortable working pro-actively and, managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with Senior Managers, Directors, and BDO's Partners. You'll help deliver accurate and transparent reporting to all relevant stakeholders as you provide long term value. This is an opportunity for talented, high performing and ambitious Senior Manager to join the Corporate Reporting Advisory Team (CRT) in the Audit Quality Department (AQD) in an exciting period, to help to shape the role and the expanding team. You will report into the Team Partners and work closely with Directors. General responsibilities Work with Managers, Senior Managers, Directors and Partners within both AQD, the Audit Stream and across the wider firm Maintain and encourage an open and constructive environment in which to provide technical accounting support and advice Bring pre-existing financial services specialist technical accounting knowledge (this might be Banking and Alternative Finance, Fintech or Insurance focused), and experience to the CRT team and contribute to all output areas Provide support and supervision to the more junior team members. Specific responsibilities The individual will support the CRT Directors and other members of AQD, ultimately reporting to the AQD lead partners and will be responsible for the following: Technical review of a personal portfolio of annual reports of publicly traded and other higher risk companies, working with the audit team to confirm compliance with financial reporting standards, company legislation and regulatory requirements Providing clear and practical solutions to the most complex technical financial reporting queries, and act as a consultant for the more junior members of the team in your specialist area Preparing and presenting financial reporting training, updates and seminars both internally and externally Helping to develop financial reporting tools and guidance for application by the firm's partners and staff Writing articles and other publications on financial reporting matters for internal and external communications Assisting with the preparation of draft responses to external consultations in relation to legal, regulatory and financial reporting matters Monitoring external developments in financial reporting areas and, specifically in your specialist area, reporting back to the team and developing an appropriate action plan where required Supporting and coaching the more junior members of the CRT and wider AQD team. The role would be particularly suited to an individual with experience of working within the technical department of another major firm of accountants, or an experienced auditor who is looking to move into a technical role and is able to demonstrate a strong technical aptitude. The right candidate for this role will: Be ACA/ICAS qualified or overseas equivalent Be a Senior Manager in a technical team or have other relevant experience in technical financial reporting Exhibit a strong working knowledge of: IFRSs, UK GAAP, and the Companies Act Sector specialism for financial services, particularly Banking and Alternative Finance, Fintech or Insurance. The content requirements for the annual report of a company listed on either the Main Market or the AIM market of the London Stock Exchange The wider financial reporting environment, including future developments in law, regulation and emerging areas Have practical experience of performing technical reviews of annual reports of listed companies Have a proven ability to apply technical knowledge to complex financial reporting issues and provide practical and supportable solutions Demonstrate strong oral and written communication skills, and an ability to adapt as appropriate to the scenario Have an ability to create productive relationships across the firm and network and to influence other senior professionals Be willing to work as part of a close-knit team and as a self-directed individual Be highly motivated and proactive, with a desire to innovate and seek new ways of improving our service to internal customers. You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to our business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer everyone the opportunity to work in ways that suit them, their teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value and satisfying experiences at work, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions. We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
Feb 12, 2026
Full time
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams leading them. We'll broaden your horizons Audit quality is central to our strategy as an Audit Stream, the key ingredient to our success. Consistent high audit quality enables us to attract, develop and retain talented people and be proud of our work. Audit quality allows us to compete in the market and demonstrate that we can play a key role in market reform. Consistently high audit quality does not happen by chance. It requires a mindset and culture of challenge and professional scepticism, appropriate resources both people and intellectual, investment in central support for engagement teams and technology solutions. Within the last year we have increased our headcount significantly, invested in new partners, and commenced a significant investment programme in our Audit Quality Department. We'll help you succeed The work we do is underpinned by quality. We deliver audits which are trusted and transparent which can be relied upon by companies and their stakeholders. You'll be someone who is comfortable working pro-actively and, managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with Senior Managers, Directors, and BDO's Partners. You'll help deliver accurate and transparent reporting to all relevant stakeholders as you provide long term value. This is an opportunity for talented, high performing and ambitious Senior Manager to join the Corporate Reporting Advisory Team (CRT) in the Audit Quality Department (AQD) in an exciting period, to help to shape the role and the expanding team. You will report into the Team Partners and work closely with Directors. General responsibilities Work with Managers, Senior Managers, Directors and Partners within both AQD, the Audit Stream and across the wider firm Maintain and encourage an open and constructive environment in which to provide technical accounting support and advice Bring pre-existing financial services specialist technical accounting knowledge (this might be Banking and Alternative Finance, Fintech or Insurance focused), and experience to the CRT team and contribute to all output areas Provide support and supervision to the more junior team members. Specific responsibilities The individual will support the CRT Directors and other members of AQD, ultimately reporting to the AQD lead partners and will be responsible for the following: Technical review of a personal portfolio of annual reports of publicly traded and other higher risk companies, working with the audit team to confirm compliance with financial reporting standards, company legislation and regulatory requirements Providing clear and practical solutions to the most complex technical financial reporting queries, and act as a consultant for the more junior members of the team in your specialist area Preparing and presenting financial reporting training, updates and seminars both internally and externally Helping to develop financial reporting tools and guidance for application by the firm's partners and staff Writing articles and other publications on financial reporting matters for internal and external communications Assisting with the preparation of draft responses to external consultations in relation to legal, regulatory and financial reporting matters Monitoring external developments in financial reporting areas and, specifically in your specialist area, reporting back to the team and developing an appropriate action plan where required Supporting and coaching the more junior members of the CRT and wider AQD team. The role would be particularly suited to an individual with experience of working within the technical department of another major firm of accountants, or an experienced auditor who is looking to move into a technical role and is able to demonstrate a strong technical aptitude. The right candidate for this role will: Be ACA/ICAS qualified or overseas equivalent Be a Senior Manager in a technical team or have other relevant experience in technical financial reporting Exhibit a strong working knowledge of: IFRSs, UK GAAP, and the Companies Act Sector specialism for financial services, particularly Banking and Alternative Finance, Fintech or Insurance. The content requirements for the annual report of a company listed on either the Main Market or the AIM market of the London Stock Exchange The wider financial reporting environment, including future developments in law, regulation and emerging areas Have practical experience of performing technical reviews of annual reports of listed companies Have a proven ability to apply technical knowledge to complex financial reporting issues and provide practical and supportable solutions Demonstrate strong oral and written communication skills, and an ability to adapt as appropriate to the scenario Have an ability to create productive relationships across the firm and network and to influence other senior professionals Be willing to work as part of a close-knit team and as a self-directed individual Be highly motivated and proactive, with a desire to innovate and seek new ways of improving our service to internal customers. You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to our business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer everyone the opportunity to work in ways that suit them, their teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value and satisfying experiences at work, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions. We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
