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Willmott Dixon is looking for a customer-focused and proactive Service Desk Analyst to join the IT team on a 12 month fixed term contract. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in delivering a professional, responsive, and high-quality IT support service to colleagues across the business. Working in a hybrid environment, with a mixture of office based at our Head Office in Letchworth Garden City and remote working. You'll be the first point of contact for colleagues seeking IT support. You'll provide assistance through telephone, self-service, chat, and email channels, helping to ensure a seamless technology experience across the organisation. If you're passionate about technology, enjoy problem-solving, and take pride in delivering excellent customer service, we'd love to hear from you. Key Responsibilities Provide professional, customer-focused IT support through telephone, self-service, chat, and email channels. Take ownership of incidents and service requests from initial contact through to resolution, ensuring customers receive timely updates throughout. Troubleshoot and resolve a wide range of end-user IT issues, escalating complex problems to specialist teams when required. Manage and prioritise workloads effectively using the IT Service Management platform. Maintain accurate records of incidents, requests, resolutions, and customer communications. Collaborate with Digital Workplace and wider IT teams to deliver a consistent and seamless support experience. Create, utilise, and contribute to knowledge articles that improve service quality and support efficiency. Identify recurring issues and trends, contributing to continuous service improvement initiatives. Support wider IT Service Management activities, including Incident Management, Request Fulfilment, Change Management, Major Incident Management, and Problem Management. Essential and Desirable Criteria Essential Criteria Experience in a customer service or IT support environment, with strong written and verbal communication skills. Good technical understanding and troubleshooting skills, with the ability to diagnose and resolve common end-user IT issues. Ability to manage and prioritise multiple incidents and service requests effectively. Confident providing customer support over the telephone and through digital channels. Strong customer service and interpersonal skills. Able to work independently, use initiative and take ownership of issues. Good organisational skills and attention to detail. Desirable Criteria Previous experience working within an IT Service Desk. Experience using an IT Service Management platform such as ServiceNow. Knowledge of Microsoft 365 and Windows 11. Understanding of ITIL principles or ITIL Foundation certification. Attributes Customer focused and service driven. Proactive and solutions orientated. Strong communicator and relationship builder. Organised, resilient, and accountable. Committed to continuous improvement and professional development. Adaptable and resilient. Additional Information In return for your hard work, we offer a competitive package that includes flexible benefits to suit your lifestyle and priorities. This includes an enhanced pension scheme, optional private medical cover, life assurance and an Incentive Bonus. At Willmott Dixon, we provide an inclusive and flexible working environment for people to thrive in and are happy to support agile working wherever possible. We are a proud member of the Disability Confident Scheme. About Us With over 170 years of rich history, Willmott Dixon's purpose is beyond profit; delivering brilliant buildings, transforming lives, strengthening communities and enhancing the environment so our world is fit for future generations. Ensuring that we add lasting value to the neighbourhoods we work in; our values, people, innovation, partnerships and focus on sustainability has allowed us to build a successful and solid privately owned business where our people can thrive. Willmott Dixon was recognised by The Sunday Times as one of the Top 10 "Big" Companies to Work For in 2025, named among the Times Top 50 Employers for Gender Equality in 2024, and ranked in the Top Five of Europe's 1,000 best workplaces by the Financial Times in 2025. Willmott Dixon is also the first major contractor and developer to win a King's Award for Enterprise in the category of sustainable development.

About the Role Business Development Executive Full-time, 12 month fixed term Seething, Norwich - Hybrid The Role: We're looking for a Business Development Executive to identify new business opportunities, develop strong client partnerships, and help expand our market presence. You'll work closely with prospective and existing customers to understand their needs and deliver solutions that add real value. The ideal candidate will be a confident communicator with excellent negotiation and presentation skills, capable of working independently while collaborating effectively with colleagues across the business. A proactive approach, commercial awareness, and a willingness to travel when required are essential for success in this role. What you'll be doing: • Manage enquiries from receipt through to quotation, proactive follow-up, and successful order conversion, ensuring a professional and responsive customer experience. • Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, partners, overseas offices, and internal stakeholders, fostering effective collaboration and long-term business growth. • Identify and pursue new business opportunities through market research, networking, industry engagement, and lead generation activities. • Prepare, present, and negotiate compelling proposals and commercial offers that align with customer requirements and company objectives. • Accurately maintain customer, sales, and opportunity data within company systems, ensuring records are up to date and reliable. • Support the development and delivery of business development strategies while maintaining strong commercial awareness and adherence to company processes. • Monitor industry trends, market developments, and competitor activity to identify opportunities and support informed business decisions. • Represent the company at industry events, exhibitions, and conferences, enhancing brand awareness and generating new business leads. What we're looking for: • Experience in business development or a similar role. • Good understanding of sales and marketing principles. • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. • Ability to build and maintain relationships with clients. • Technical certification or diploma in business administration, sales, or a related field is preferred. • Strong communication and interpersonal skills. • Ability to work independently and as part of a team. • Excellent negotiation and presentation skills. • Willingness to travel as required. Why join us? • Competitive benefits tailored to the division • Opportunities for career growth and visibility across the organisation • A supportive, inclusive culture that values your ideas and contributions • Work that truly makes a difference in safety, innovation, and global capability About Us: James Fisher is a global engineering services company operating across Energy, Defence, and Maritime Transport. With a strong heritage in maritime operations, we now deliver innovative solutions in challenging environments. Our One James Fisher strategy is focused on building a unified, sustainable business within the Blue Economy, driving progress through technology, expertise, and collaboration. With two centuries of maritime shipping and innovation, James Fisher is a trusted partner in the safe and efficient movement of the world's critical resources. As a market leader in ship-to-ship transfer and coastal shipping, we help customers protect people, cargo and infrastructure while shaping the future of global maritime transport. You can find out more about Maritime transport here Visit our website at: Home James Fisher and Sons plc For more information about our values and behaviours, follow the link: About us James Fisher and Sons plc If this sounds like the ideal next step in your career, then click 'apply' now! Due to the volume of applications, we receive for our vacancies, on occasion applications may close before the deadline, so please apply early to avoid disappointment. At James Fisher and Sons, we are committed to taking positive action on diversity and strongly encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds. We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and recognise that our success is driven by the talent and diversity of our workforce.

Location: Belfast Arnott House, United Kingdom Thales is a global technology leader with more than 83,000 employees on five continents. With over 7,500 people in the UK, operating across defence, space, aerospace, and digital security, we help build a future we can all trust. Thales supports the security and stability of our nation by providing extraordinary technology to our customers, as well as delivering social value to the UK with our products and services. Job Title: Senior Commercial Legal Counsel (FTC 12 months) Location: Belfast (Hybrid Model) Department: Thales Cyber Security Products (CSP) Legal Department Reporting to: Associate General Counsel, EMEA Regional Lead Why Cyber Security Products (CSP) Legal? • CSP Legal is a global commercial legal team serving one of the leading global cyber security businesses. • The products and services are cutting-edge, which will allow you to greatly expand your experience and expertise. • The team is managed in a transparent and innovative fashion, which results in a collaborative atmosphere. About the Role:We are seeking a self-motivated and collaborative senior Legal Counsel to join our dynamic Legal Department at Thales CSP on a 12-month fixed-term contract (FTC) to cover maternity leave. In this role, you will support business operations by identifying and resolving legal issues, balancing legal and commercial considerations, and drafting and negotiating a variety of agreements. The ideal candidate will have experience with domestic and international enterprise software licensing, SaaS, intellectual property, and data privacy matters. Key Responsibilities: Draft and negotiate a broad spectrum of contracts, including outbound licensing, professional services, channel partner agreements, nondisclosure agreements, and other commercial and technology-related contracts. Proactively identify potential contractual problems and take initiative to address issues efficiently. Support the creation and implementation of standardized legal processes and procedures to streamline operations. Provide legal advice and support to procurement and various business units in the negotiation of vendor agreements. Advise management on contractual rights and obligations, interpreting terms and conditions clearly and effectively. Maintain, revise, and improve template agreements as required to ensure legal and business compliance. Minimum Qualifications: Qualified practicing lawyer with a current practicing certificate. Minimum of 5 years' experience drafting and negotiating commercial contracts. Familiarity with a wide range of commercial agreements, including licensing, hardware, services, software-related contracts, and data privacy terms. High integrity, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. Strong written and oral communication skills with significant experience collaborating closely with internal stakeholders and external customers, partners, and suppliers. Ability to work effectively under tight deadlines and thrive in a fast-paced environment. Flexibility and responsiveness to changing priorities and urgent issues. Sound understanding of contract and negotiation principles in both business and legal contexts. Team-oriented approach with the ability to work independently with minimal supervision. Demonstrated ability to apply sound business judgment in legal decision-making. What We Offer: A hybrid working model based in Belfast. Opportunity to work in a global, innovative technology company. Collaborative and supportive work environment. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the UK at the time of hire. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or for assuming sponsorship of an employment visa now or in the future. At Thales, we ensure equal opportunities, pay and working conditions for all. The benefits we offer include private medical insurance, buying or selling annual leave, cycle to work schemes, employee discounts, paid volunteering day, stocks and shares, annual bonus and much more depending on the role. Read more about our benefits here. We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued for who they are and the unique strengths they bring. Discover more about our programmes, employee networks, wellbeing policies, and inclusive features here. If this role isn't quite right for you, we encourage you to join our talent community where your details will be shared with our recruitment teams for other potential opportunities. Join the Talent Community here. Join Thales in the UK - Innovate with us and shape the future!

Location: Newbury+ Hybrid Salary: Excellent basic salary plus bonus and Vodafone benefits Working hours: Full time 37.5 hours per week - Monday to Friday Duration: 12 Months Fixed Term Contract Hybrid We believe that through collaboration and connection with our colleagues we can achieve great things. Our hybrid working approach allows our people to work both in the office and at home, providing the flexibility and resources you need to succeed in your role. We don't require you to be in on specific days; instead, we ask people to come into the office 2-3 days each week, for at least 8 days per month. You should work with your line manager to understand what their expectations are for you, your specific role and your team. Who We Are We're here to build a network the UK can count on - one that connects people, places and potential. Because no matter where you live, what your background is, or how you get online - we think everyone deserves the same chance to stay connected, and with VodafoneThree, that future's being built - today. We're creating more than the UK's best network. We're helping close the digital divide, empower communities and drive meaningful progress. We believe that everyone should feel they belong. Whoever you are and whatever your story, there's space for you here. We're building a workplace where different perspectives are welcomed, voices are heard, and everyone feels safe to show up as themselves. You'll join a team that genuinely cares - about each other, about our customers, and about the future we're building. From day one, you'll be welcomed, valued and encouraged to bring your whole self to work. Why VodafoneThree Join us and you'll be at the heart of change. That means building responsibly, investing sustainably and creating opportunities that last. We're not just expanding connectivity; we're reimagining what a connected nation looks like. With £11bn invested in 5G and digital infrastructure, your work will directly power businesses, services, and communities across the country. You'll work on real challenges, with real impact, across every corner of the country. Wherever you join us, whatever your role, you'll be helping to build a future that works better for everyone. We move at pace, because what we're building matters - and we're learning as we go. We're proud of the progress we've made, but we're just getting started. Join us at the heart of our business in Corporate, one of the central support functions that underpin our business and keep us moving forward. We provide centralised support, expertise and guidance across our UK and Group operations, continuing to build on our success and trailblazing the way to our next stage of digital growth. What you'll do This is a unique opportunity to join a business at a defining moment in its transformation. As we bring together two leading organisations to create the UK's largest mobile network provider, you'll play a vital role in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of £2.5bn of annual revenue. Working within the Consumer Business Revenue & Margin team, you'll help shape robust financial processes, support key revenue accounting activities, and contribute to building a best-in-class finance function for the future. You'll collaborate with colleagues across the business, influence continuous improvement initiatives, and gain exposure to some of the most complex accounting areas in the organisation. You'll prepare, calculate and post monthly revenue and margin journals within Oracle, ensuring accuracy, completeness and compliance with established controls. You'll take ownership of balance sheet reconciliations, identifying risks and opportunities, resolving reconciling items, and ensuring timely submission through the Cadency balance sheet control system. You'll support the accurate accounting of key revenue and margin areas, including the Smarty brand, B2B accounts, supply chain costs, and line of business allocations. You'll gather, organise and maintain SOX compliance evidence, helping ensure controls are effectively documented and audit-ready. You'll work closely with your manager and wider finance colleagues to support month-end reporting activities and ad hoc revenue and margin analysis. You'll build strong partnerships with colleagues across the business, including counterparts in the Vodafone UK finance team, to compare processes, share knowledge, and identify best practices. You'll contribute ideas that improve efficiency, strengthen controls, and simplify ways of working across the revenue accounting landscape. You'll help drive consistency, accuracy and compliance while supporting the successful integration of finance processes within a transforming organisation. Who you are You're a part-qualified accountant or qualified by experience, with a strong foundation in financial accounting principles. You bring solid experience across core accounting activities, including accruals, prepayments, month-end close, forecasting, and balance sheet reconciliations. You're highly organised and able to balance multiple priorities while delivering accurate work to tight deadlines. You're comfortable working with detailed financial information and have a strong focus on quality, controls, and continuous improvement. You're an effective collaborator who values building positive relationships and supporting colleagues to achieve shared goals. You're proactive, curious and motivated to find smarter ways of working that enhance efficiency and strengthen outcomes. You're confident using Excel and Oracle to manage, analyse and report financial information. You're able to communicate clearly and work effectively with both finance and non-finance stakeholders. You're adaptable and excited by the opportunity to contribute within a fast-moving, transformational environment. Experience within the telecommunications industry would be advantageous. Exposure to SAP and process integration initiatives would be beneficial. You're committed to delivering accurate, timely and compliant financial reporting while helping create a culture where everyone can thrive and succeed together. Worried that you don't meet all the desired criteria exactly? We know that everyone is unique, with multiple aspects to their identity and different experiences behind them. We are passionate about Inclusion for All and creating a workplace where everyone can thrive, whatever their personal or professional background. If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align exactly with every part of the job description, we encourage you to apply as you may be the right candidate for this role or another role, and our recruitment team can help you see how your skills fit in. What we offer We care about our people's success by offering great pay, bonuses, up to 28 days off plus bank holidays, and paid time for charity work. You can personalise our benefits for you and your family, like discounts, vouchers, a pension plan and loads more. We help with your career through our amazing learning tools and top-notch parental leave policies. Need to Know We are regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority and all offers of employment for this role are subject to background checks, including criminal (DBS) and financial checks to meet the regulators standards. If you require any reasonable adjustments or have an accessibility request as part of your recruitment journey, for example, extended time or breaks in between online assessments, a sign language interpreter, or assistive technology, please refer to the Accessibility section of our Careers website ( ) for guidance. We use AI in different parts of our business to boost innovation, improve efficiency, and create new opportunities. We know many candidates use AI to fine-tune their CVs or prepare for interviews, but what we really care about is your unique experiences and achievements. During the interview, we want you to rely on your own knowledge and skills to show us who you really are-your personality, creativity, and abilities. Above all, we're looking for authenticity and can't wait to get to know the real you.

Role overview You'll deliver accurate, timely and controlled accounting across the month-end close for your assigned entities and balance sheet areas. You'll be the main contact for your process area, linking the offshore RTR delivery team with UK finance stakeholders. You'll make sure the general ledger is complete and accurate, that it's reconciled, and that it's supported by strong controls. What you'll do: Month-end close and reporting Prepare and review month-end journals, including accruals, prepayments, provisions, recharges and reclassifications, in line with the close timetable. Make sure ledger results for your assigned entities are complete, accurate and on time, and explain material movements to stakeholders. Prepare balance sheet and P&L analysis, with commentary on key variances. Balance sheet integrity Own or review balance sheet reconciliations for your areas, such as cash, intercompany, fixed assets, accruals and suspense accounts. Make sure reconciling items are investigated and cleared promptly. Manage intercompany balances and settlement, and resolve mismatches with counterparties. Support fixed asset accounting, including capitalisation, depreciation and disposals. Controls and compliance Run key financial controls in your process area, keep evidence audit-ready, and flag any control weaknesses. Support external and internal audit requests, statutory accounts preparation and tax queries for your entities. Keep desktop procedures and process documentation up to date. Stakeholder and team support Act as the first escalation point for the offshore RTR team. Review their output, answer their queries and help them build capability. Work with FP&A, business partners, Treasury, Tax, Payments and other GAO towers to resolve issues. Coach and support junior colleagues and new starters. Continuous improvement Find and deliver improvements to the close, such as standardising journals, automation, and greater use of BlackLine and SAP functionality. Support system upgrades, testing and finance transformation projects when needed. What you'll bring: Part-qualified accountant (CIMA, ACCA or ACA) or qualified by experience Experience in month-end close, journals and balance sheet reconciliations in a large or complex organisation Good understanding of double-entry accounting and financial controls Strong Excel skills and experience with an ERP system (SAP preferred) Attention to detail, and the ability to meet tight deadlines without compromising quality Clear communication with both finance and non-finance stakeholders Benefits and perks: There's one thing people can't stop talking about when it comes to life at Sky: the perks. Here's a taster: Free Sky TV or NOW package, including Sky Sports and Sky Cinema Pension package with up to 9% employer contribution Private healthcare with mental health support Aviva Digital GP and dental insurance Discounts on Sky products, including Sky Mobile, Sky Broadband, Sky Glass and Sky Protect Sharesave and Tech schemes A range of Sky VIP rewards and experiences How you'll work: We've adopted a hybrid working approach to give more flexibility on where and how we work. The hybrid working expectations for this role are 2 days in the office per week. Your office base: Livingston Sky Watermark is our central site for Livingston, sitting between Glasgow and Edinburgh. With vibrant office spaces, chill-out areas, and an onsite canteen, it's a great place to work and connect. The nearest train station is Livingston North. A Sky shuttle bus runs between the station and campus every 20 minutes throughout the day. Plus, there's onsite parking available for cars, motorbikes and bicycles. Who we are : We're Sky, a leading media and entertainment company who connect millions with entertainment, sports, news and arts through innovative products and services. Working with us means you'll be bringing the joy of a better experience to more people, every day. All so we can do better and deliver better for our customers, colleagues and society. We're an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We're a Disability Confident Accredited Employer, and welcome and encourage applications from all candidates. We will look to ensure a fair and consistent experience for all and will make reasonable adjustments to support you where appropriate. Please flag any adjustments you need as early as you can. Just so you know: if your application is successful, we'll ask you to complete a criminal record check. And depending on the role you have applied for and the nature of any convictions you may have, we might have to withdraw the offer. To be eligible for this role you are required to have the appropriate right to work in the UK. Please be aware Sky does not offer sponsorship for this position. To find out more about working with us, search on social media.

This is a strategic role supporting senior leaders across Logistics and Supply Chain, focused on delivering people plans, organisational change, talent strategy, and leadership capability to drive business performance. The successful candidate will combine strong commercial acumen with experience across both head office and operational environments, using data and influence to shape workforce decisions, org design, and high-performing teams. Client Details Our client is a leading UK business with a nationwide operational footprint, serving millions of customers through a complex supply chain and logistics network. With a strong focus on transformation, operational excellence, and colleague experience, the organisation continues to invest heavily in its people strategy to support future growth and performance. The business offers a collaborative, fast-paced environment where HR plays a critical role in shaping organisational success. This opportunity provides exposure to senior leadership stakeholders and the chance to influence large-scale people initiatives across both corporate and operational functions. Description Partner with senior leaders across Logistics and Supply Chain to deliver strategic people initiatives aligned to business objectives. Lead workforce planning, organisational design, talent management, and succession planning activities. Design, implement, and evolve people plans that support business growth, operational excellence, and transformation. Act as a trusted advisor, providing guidance on complex people matters, change programmes, and organisational development. Drive a high-performance culture through leadership coaching, capability building, and employee engagement initiatives. Champion diversity, inclusion, well being, and continuous improvement across the business. Collaborate with specialist HR teams to deliver effective and commercially focused people solutions. Use workforce data, metrics, and insights to inform decision-making and measure the impact of people initiatives. Support large-scale organisational change and transformation programmes across both head office and operational environments. Provide expert guidance on complex employee relations issues and associated risk management. Build strong relationships with key stakeholders, influencing decisions at a senior leadership level. Ensure the people agenda supports the delivery of wider business strategy and performance objectives. Profile A successful Strategic People Lead should have: Proven experience in a strategic HR Business Partner or People Partner role. Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence senior leaders. Experience delivering people strategies, organisational change, and talent initiatives. Commercially minded with a data-driven approach to decision-making. Confident operating across both corporate and operational environments. Resilient, adaptable, and comfortable working in a fast-paced business. Job Offer Competitive salary of 55,000 - 60,000 plus car allowance. Hybrid working model with a mix of head office and operational site exposure. Opportunity to partner with senior leaders and influence business-critical people strategy. Exposure to large-scale transformation, organisational design, and talent initiatives. A fast-paced, commercially focused environment with excellent scope for career development and progression. If you're interested in this role, apply now. People are at the heart of Michael Page. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment. As an inclusive recruiter we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and experiences. If you require any adjustments or accommodations during the recruitment process, we'll work with you to ensure you can perform at your best.

Finance Assistant - International & Partnerships Chester Full-time, office-based 12 Months FTC - With potentail to go Perm or apply to internal positions! competitive + excellent benefits Study support Career development Are you looking for a Finance role where you can learn, develop and build a genuine long-term career? We're working with a large, highly successful UK consumer business to recruit a Finance Assistant into their International & Partnerships Finance team. This is a brilliant opportunity to join a supportive Finance function and gain exposure to a fascinating area of the business, working alongside experienced Finance professionals and teams across the wider organisation. You'll get involved in everything from Purchase Orders and Sales Ledger through to customer recharges, invoicing, claims and financial controls, while developing your understanding of how Finance supports international partnerships and commercial activity. What will you be doing? Raising and processing Purchase Orders, ensuring accurate coding and approvals. Supporting Sales Ledger activities and maintaining accurate customer accounts. Raising customer recharges, sundry invoices and credits. Supporting customer claims and resolving queries. Responding to internal and external Finance queries professionally and promptly. Supporting month-end and wider Finance processes. Maintaining accurate records and ensuring Finance controls and procedures are followed. Supporting audit requirements and preparing relevant documentation. Working closely with colleagues across Finance and the wider business. Taking on additional responsibilities and learning as your knowledge develops. What are we looking for? You don't need to have years of Finance experience. We're looking for potential, attitude and a genuine desire to learn. You might already have experience as an: Accounts Assistant Finance Assistant Sales Ledger Assistant Purchase Ledger Assistant Accounts Administrator Or perhaps you're working in another role where you've developed strong numerical, administrative and organisational skills and now want to move into Finance. You'll ideally have: Some understanding of basic accounting principles. Good Excel and Microsoft Office skills. Excellent attention to detail. Strong organisational skills and the ability to meet deadlines. Good communication skills and confidence working with different people. A proactive, positive approach and willingness to learn. AAT qualification or an interest in studying towards a professional qualification. Experience of systems such as SAP or Dynamics would be advantageous, but training will be provided. Why join? This isn't simply another Finance Assistant position. You'll be joining a large and established business where you can genuinely build your career, with the opportunity to learn from experienced Finance professionals and gain exposure to areas of Finance you may not normally see at this level. You'll also benefit from: Study and development opportunities Annual performance-related pay review 33 days' holiday, increasing with service Pension Free onsite parking Onsite electric vehicle charging Subsidised staff restaurant, including a Michelin-starred chef Subsidised Costa Coffee Staff shopping discounts Healthcare Cash Plan Private health insurance Long-service awards Christmas vouchers and savings scheme BH37189

Role/Team overview Our HR team is all about making Sky a great place to work that's both fair and inclusive for our people. We do OUR best to help everyone be at THEIR best. From hiring fantastic people to offering great benefits, from supporting learning and careers to making sure everyone gets paid on time - it all makes a difference. We want our people to have everything they need to design awesome products, create amazing TV, deliver the best customer service and much, much, more. We are looking for an experienced senior professional to lead critical workforce compliance, employment tax and payroll activity across major business integration and transformation programmes. The role will support key projects, working alongside Sky's existing Employment Tax and Payroll subject matter experts. The successful candidate will combine strong technical judgement with practical delivery capability. They will lead complex, data-driven reviews of contractor and contingent workforce arrangements, develop process, governance and controls, and help ensure that new businesses and workforce populations can be integrated into Sky in a compliant and sustainable way. What you'll do : M&A integration and due diligence Lead employment tax, payroll and workforce compliance workstreams supporting acquisitions, integrations, separations and other corporate change. Assess risks identified through due diligence and translate findings into clear integration, remediation and assurance plans. Develop practical and scalable approaches for bringing acquired businesses into Sky governance frameworks, controls and operating processes. Partner with Legal, Finance, People, Payroll, Procurement and external advisers to manage dependencies, decisions and risk mitigation. Provide clear, evidence-based recommendations to programme leaders and senior governance forums. Worker population, data and payment analysis Establish complete and accurate populations across employee and non-employee worker categories, including self-employed workers, PSC directors, freelancers, agency workers and Statement of Work arrangements. Lead data gathering and reconciliation across Workday, Accounts Payable, payroll, procurement, contract records and other relevant systems. Build a reliable view of worker identity, engagement route, payment history, contractual basis and hiring manager ownership. Undertake payment profiling, ranking and risk segmentation to support targeted sampling and further review. Validate data completeness and accuracy, identify discrepancies and maintain a clear audit trail of sources, assumptions and decisions. Escalate promptly any previously unidentified populations or gross payments operating outside expected processes. Contractor and off-payroll compliance reviews Lead reviews of engagement and onboarding arrangements for off payroll workers, including freelancers, self-employed individuals, PSCs, agency workers and Statement of Work suppliers. Design proportionate, risk-based sampling approaches, including selection of higher-value or otherwise higher-risk engagements. Coordinate the collection and review of contracts and supporting evidence to confirm alignment with the basis on which workers are engaged and paid. Work with technical specialists to assess compliance with employment status, off-payroll working and relevant HMRC requirements. Bring practical understanding of TV, production or media workforce models, or quickly develop this sector knowledge. Employment tax and payroll governance Review and strengthen governance and controls across key employment tax and payroll risks, including PAYE and NIC, PSA and P11D reporting, travel and expenses, share schemes and payroll controls. Identify process gaps and design sustainable policies, control frameworks, roles and responsibilities, approval routes and monitoring arrangements. Ensure integration plans consider data, systems, process, ownership, documentation and ongoing assurance requirements. Support internal audit, external audit and HMRC enquiries where required. Essential Criteria : Significant experience in workforce compliance, employment tax, payroll compliance, internal audit, risk and controls, workforce advisory or a closely related field. Experience gained in a large in-house function, professional services firm or specialist consultancy. Strong understanding of contingent workforce and worker engagement models, with sufficient employment tax and payroll knowledge to identify risks and work effectively with technical specialists. Proven experience leading complex, data-driven compliance, governance or transformation reviews. Strong data analysis and reconciliation capability, with confidence working across fragmented HR, finance, payroll, procurement and contract data. Ability to design and execute risk-based sampling, evidence gathering, controls testing and remediation activity. Excellent project management, stakeholder engagement and influencing skills. Ability to operate independently, structure ambiguous problems and deliver at pace with a high degree of technical credibility and practical judgement. Clear written and verbal communication, with the ability to explain complex issues simply and make actions and decisions explicit. Desirable skills and experience: Experience supporting mergers, acquisitions, carve-outs, separations or business integrations. Workday experience and familiarity with Accounts Payable, procurement, payroll or contingent workforce systems. Experience of UK off-payroll working, employment status, PAYE and NIC, PSA/P11D, travel and expenses or share scheme compliance. Experience in media, broadcasting, production, entertainment or another sector with significant freelance and project-based populations. Experience supporting HMRC reviews or other regulatory enquiries. A relevant professional qualification in tax, accountancy, payroll, audit, risk, project management or a related discipline. Benefits and perks There's one thing people can't stop talking about when it comes to life at Sky: the perks. Free Sky TV or NOW package, including Sky Sports and Sky Cinema Pension package with up to 9% employer contribution Private healthcare with mental health support Aviva Digital GP and dental insurance Discounts on Sky products, including Sky Mobile, Sky Broadband, Sky Glass and Sky Protect Sharesave and Tech schemes A range of Sky VIP rewards and experiences How you'll work We've adopted a hybrid working approach to give more flexibility on where and how we work. The hybrid working expectations for this role are 3 days in the office per week. Your office base Osterley/Livingston Watermark Osterley Our Sky Group HQ. Equipped with state-of-the-art technology and workspaces, there's plenty of space to see your big ideas come to life. Here you'll find 13 subsidised restaurants and cafes. You can re- energise at our gym, catch the latest films at our cinema, get your car washed and even get pampered at our beauty salon. Our Osterley Campus is just a 10-minute walk from Syon Lane train station, or you can get one of our free shuttle buses from Osterley, Gunnersbury and Ealing Broadway stations. Plus, there's free onsite parking available for cars, motorbikes and bicycles. Livingston Watermark Sky Watermark is our central site for Livingston, sitting between Glasgow and Edinburgh. With vibrant office spaces, chill-out areas, and an onsite canteen, it's a great place to work and connect. The nearest train station is Livingston North. A Sky shuttle bus runs between the station and campus every 20 minutes throughout the day. Plus, there's onsite parking available for cars, motorbikes and Bicycles. Additional information This is an initial 12 month fixed-term role. The balance of activity will evolve across Project Iron and Project Keystone, so the successful candidate must be comfortable moving between detailed review work, technical and operational problem solving, stakeholder leadership and programme delivery. Diversity and inclusion It's our people that make Sky Europe's leading entertainment company. That's why we work hard to be an inclusive employer, so everyone can be their best. We welcome different perspectives and experiences and aim to make our recruitment process accessible. Reasonable adjustments are available throughout the process. Who we are We're Sky, a leading media and entertainment company who connect millions with entertainment, sports, news and arts through innovative products and services. Working with us means you'll be bringing the joy of a better experience to more people, every day. All so we can do better and deliver better for our customers, colleagues and society. We're an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We're a Disability Confident Accredited Employer . click apply for full job details

Pratap Partnership are exclusively recruiting for a well-established and complex manufacturing business in South Yorkshire who are looking to appoint a Head of Finance Business Partnering on a 12-month fixed-term contract. This is a senior finance leadership role within a large-scale manufacturing environment, leading the Finance Business Partnering function and working closely with operational and senior leadership teams across the business. We are particularly interested in speaking with experienced manufacturing finance professionals who can demonstrate a strong understanding of costing, commercial finance and the financial dynamics of a complex production environment. The role will include: Leading and developing the Finance Business Partnering team. Providing high-quality financial insight, analysis and challenge to operational stakeholders. Responsibility for contract costing, standard costing and cost accounting. Supporting long-term contract accounting, revenue recognition and contract profitability. Budgeting, forecasting and performance reporting. Providing meaningful analysis and commentary around operational and commercial performance. Supporting cost management and continuous improvement initiatives. Financial appraisal and monitoring of significant capital investment projects. Maintaining strong financial controls, reconciliations and audit compliance. Working closely with senior stakeholders to support commercial and operational decision-making. The successful candidate: You will be a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) with significant post-qualified experience gained within manufacturing. Strong manufacturing experience is important for this appointment, particularly exposure to standard costing, cost accounting and complex manufacturing operations. Experience of long-term contracts, contract accounting or project-based manufacturing would be particularly advantageous. You will also need to demonstrate: Strong leadership and people-management experience. Excellent commercial and analytical capability. The ability to influence and challenge senior operational stakeholders. Strong Excel and financial modelling skills. Experience working with ERP systems and robust financial controls. The ability to quickly understand a complex organisation and add value in a senior finance role. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced senior manufacturing finance professional to join a substantial South Yorkshire organisation for an initial 12-month period.

Hygiene Manager - Food Manufacturing Gravesend, Kent Maternity Cover / 9 - 12 month FTC £50,000-£55,000 We're partnered with an established food manufacturing business with a strong reputation for quality, food safety and high manufacturing standards. They're looking for an experienced Hygiene Manager to join their site on a maternity cover basis, taking responsibility for the Hygiene function and leading a large team. This is a key role for someone who understands the demands of a busy food manufacturing environment, takes pride in maintaining high standards and is confident leading people and driving improvements. The Role You'll be responsible for the day-to-day leadership of the Hygiene function, ensuring the site consistently meets food safety, hygiene, legal, customer and BRCGS requirements. You'll lead the Hygiene team, manage cleaning and sanitation standards, monitor performance and work closely with Technical, Production, Engineering and Projects to keep standards high across the site. What You'll Be Doing Leading and developing a large Hygiene team Managing site-wide cleaning, sanitation and deep-cleaning programmes Ensuring hygiene standards meet BRCGS, HACCP, legal and customer requirements Managing Hygiene KPIs, audits, corrective actions and improvement plans Investigating hygiene and contamination issues and driving root-cause analysis Managing Hygiene budgets, labour, chemicals, equipment and associated costs Supporting site projects, new equipment installations and hygienic design Working closely with Technical, Production, Engineering and Projects teams Developing standards, processes and training across the Hygiene function Identifying opportunities to improve efficiency without compromising food safety What We're Looking For Proven experience as a Hygiene Manager within food manufacturing Experience in a high-care or ready-to-eat environment Strong experience leading and developing Hygiene teams Good knowledge of BRCGS, HACCP, food safety and hygiene standards Experience managing budgets, KPIs and operational performance Strong understanding of cleaning, sanitation and hygienic design Confident people leader with strong coaching and communication skills Good problem-solving and continuous improvement experience Comfortable working with senior stakeholders and cross-functional teams HACCP Level 3 essential Hygienic design qualification, formal training or equivalent experience What's On Offer £50,000-£55,000 salary Monday to Friday working pattern Brand-new facilities On-site parking and EV charging Subsidised staff restaurant Staff events Earned wage access This is a great opportunity to lead a large team within an established food manufacturing environment If you're an experienced Hygiene Manager looking for a senior site-based opportunity where you can make a genuine impact across hygiene, food safety and team performance, we'd be interested in hearing from you. Please apply via the link and I'll be in touch to organise a confidential discussion.

Group Financial Controller (12-Month FTC) Iconic Creative Agency London / Hybrid The Client Harmonic are delighted to be partnering with one of London's most respected creative agencies on the search for a Group Financial Controller to cover a 12 month period. The agency has built a long-standing reputation for brand-building work, creating campaigns for some of the UK's best-known brands, and is home to a creative culture that attracts and keeps exceptional people. The business runs across multiple UK entities with a broad mix of retained and project-based client work. Finance is a well-established, high-performing function and a trusted partner to the leadership team. They highly value workplace culture, often hosting social events and a great office atmosphere. The Role Reporting into the senior finance leadership, you will take full ownership of financial control and reporting across the UK group for the duration of the cover. This is a hands-on role with real breadth: you will run month-end and consolidation, deliver accurate reporting to group deadlines, and own statutory accounts and the year-end audit across the UK entities. You will lead the financial control team day to day, acting as their escalation point on technical and operational matters. Working closely with commercial finance and the leadership team, you will keep the balance sheet, controls and cash position in good order. The agency is looking for someone who can step in quickly, build credibility with the team and stakeholders, and hand back a function in even better shape. It would suit an experienced Financial Controller who is comfortable hitting the ground running. Key Responsibilities Own the month-end close and consolidation across the UK group, delivering accurate reporting to the parent group within tight deadlines Lead and support the financial control team, reviewing work and acting as the escalation point on technical and operational matters Own statutory accounts across the UK entities and manage the year-end audit relationship Maintain a robust control environment in line with group requirements, including balance sheet reconciliations, intercompany and internal control compliance Oversee revenue recognition, WIP and client billing across retainer and project-based client work Drive continuous improvement across finance processes, systems and controls Partner with commercial finance and senior leadership on forecasting, cash and working capital Act as a key point of contact for group finance, tax and treasury teams Essential Experience Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) Experience as a Financial Controller or Group Financial Controller in a multi-entity business, owning month-end, consolidation and statutory reporting Experience reporting into a group or international parent, with a strong grasp of group reporting timetables and control requirements Strong technical accounting, including UK GAAP (FRS 102) statutory accounts and audit management Team leadership experience and the confidence to step into an established team quickly Desirable Experience Background in advertising, marketing services, music, film, design, media or another people-led professional services business Exposure to US GAAP and SOX controls Audit or practice background Package Salary: £90,000 - £100,000 + company benefits Contract: 12-month fixed term contract Location: Central London Start Date: November ideal At Harmonic, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace. We actively welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and assure you that every candidate will be thoughtfully considered for the roles we represent, without regard to race, religion, gender expression, disability, or sexual orientation.

Senior Management Accountant 12 month FTC initially, with the view to going permanent ASAP start Location: Manchester, 3 days a week onsite Salary: £60,000 - £65,000 per annum Are you a qualified accountant who enjoys leading teams, improving processes and influencing financial performance? We're looking for an experienced Senior Management Accountant to take ownership of a key finance function within a large, complex organisation. This is an opportunity to step into a highly visible leadership role where you'll drive reporting excellence, strengthen financial controls and play a central part in ongoing finance transformation initiatives. You'll lead a talented accounting team, ensuring the delivery of reliable financial information while helping the business make informed commercial decisions. The role offers significant exposure to senior stakeholders and the chance to contribute to strategic projects that will shape the future of the finance function. What You'll Be Doing Leading and developing a team of finance professionals, creating an environment where people can perform, grow and succeed. Ensuring the smooth delivery of monthly, quarterly and annual financial reporting activities. Providing high-quality financial insight and analysis to support business performance. Taking ownership of key balance sheet areas and maintaining strong governance across financial processes. Working closely with finance and business stakeholders to improve reporting, drive efficiency and enhance decision-making. Supporting budgeting, forecasting and financial planning activities. Identifying opportunities to streamline processes through automation, standardisation and improved controls. Contributing to finance transformation programmes, including systems enhancements and process optimisation initiatives. About You You'll be a technically strong accountant who combines attention to detail with a commercial mindset and a passion for continuous improvement. We're particularly interested in candidates who can demonstrate: ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualification (desirable) Previous experience in management accounting, financial accounting or Record-to-Report environments. Proven leadership experience, including coaching and developing high-performing teams. Strong understanding of financial controls, reporting standards and month-end processes. Experience operating within a large, multi-entity or complex business environment. Advanced Excel skills and confidence working with ERP and finance systems. The ability to influence stakeholders, challenge constructively and build strong relationships across the business. A proactive, solutions-focused approach with a track record of improving finance processes. Why Join? This role offers the chance to make a genuine impact in a business that values continuous improvement and professional development. You'll work alongside senior leaders, contribute to meaningful change programmes and have the opportunity to shape how finance supports the wider organisation. If you're looking for a role that combines leadership, technical accounting expertise and business partnering exposure, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to take the next step in your finance career