Staffordshire Cricket Appoints 2 New Non-Executive Directors and Trustees to its Board Staffordshire Cricket is delighted to announce the appointment of two additional non-executive directors and trustees to its existing board to support its activities. Rachel Bayley and Amit Sharma both join the board bringing a wealth of knowledge and experience in sport and business at local and national levels to further strengthen the county's recreational cricket network. Since graduating from The University of Huddersfield, Rachel has worked in regional and national development and performance roles with Badminton England, British Swimming, Welsh Netball and Swim England. Rachel is currently the Paralympic Programme Manager for Archery GB, having been part of the Paris 2024 Paralympics, which saw the team return home with Gold and Bronze medals, and is now focusing on the Los Angeles Paralympics in 2028. In addition, Rachel has held voluntary roles with England Boxing, The University of Manchester and Commonwealth Games England and is a PRINCE 2 Practitioner and Mental Health First Aider. Amit Sharma joins us with over 20 years of experience across multiple business sectors, including technology, marketing, digital transformation, event management, commodities, and international business. He is also a Board Member of the Wolverhampton City Investment Board with a keen interest in the economic growth of the city. Amit is passionate about cricket and is a qualified ECB coach actively involved in coaching at Wolverhampton Cricket Club's Junior Section and contributes to the administration of the sport as a committee member at Wolverhampton CC. As a former player, Amit has represented prestigious teams at both youth and senior levels. His youth achievements include representing Staffordshire up to the U19s level, Midlands U19s, England U19s (NAYC). At senior levels he has represented the British Universities, MCC and played cricket at Minor Counties, County 2nd XI and Premier League Club Cricket level. David Smith, Chair of Staffordshire Cricket, commented "As a high performing, strong and challenging board we are thrilled to attract the calibre of non-executive directors that we have in Rachel and Amit. They will both add huge value to our board room as we embark on our next strategic plan period which formally begins in February 2025. Rachel's extensive experience in performance and inclusion sport and Amit's business and Black Country profile will add even more strength and depth to our existing board." Staffordshire Cricket welcomes both Rachel and Amit to Staffordshire Cricket.
Feb 09, 2026
Full time
Staffordshire Cricket Appoints 2 New Non-Executive Directors and Trustees to its Board Staffordshire Cricket is delighted to announce the appointment of two additional non-executive directors and trustees to its existing board to support its activities. Rachel Bayley and Amit Sharma both join the board bringing a wealth of knowledge and experience in sport and business at local and national levels to further strengthen the county's recreational cricket network. Since graduating from The University of Huddersfield, Rachel has worked in regional and national development and performance roles with Badminton England, British Swimming, Welsh Netball and Swim England. Rachel is currently the Paralympic Programme Manager for Archery GB, having been part of the Paris 2024 Paralympics, which saw the team return home with Gold and Bronze medals, and is now focusing on the Los Angeles Paralympics in 2028. In addition, Rachel has held voluntary roles with England Boxing, The University of Manchester and Commonwealth Games England and is a PRINCE 2 Practitioner and Mental Health First Aider. Amit Sharma joins us with over 20 years of experience across multiple business sectors, including technology, marketing, digital transformation, event management, commodities, and international business. He is also a Board Member of the Wolverhampton City Investment Board with a keen interest in the economic growth of the city. Amit is passionate about cricket and is a qualified ECB coach actively involved in coaching at Wolverhampton Cricket Club's Junior Section and contributes to the administration of the sport as a committee member at Wolverhampton CC. As a former player, Amit has represented prestigious teams at both youth and senior levels. His youth achievements include representing Staffordshire up to the U19s level, Midlands U19s, England U19s (NAYC). At senior levels he has represented the British Universities, MCC and played cricket at Minor Counties, County 2nd XI and Premier League Club Cricket level. David Smith, Chair of Staffordshire Cricket, commented "As a high performing, strong and challenging board we are thrilled to attract the calibre of non-executive directors that we have in Rachel and Amit. They will both add huge value to our board room as we embark on our next strategic plan period which formally begins in February 2025. Rachel's extensive experience in performance and inclusion sport and Amit's business and Black Country profile will add even more strength and depth to our existing board." Staffordshire Cricket welcomes both Rachel and Amit to Staffordshire Cricket.
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, entrepreneurial-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. Overview 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. 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 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 to help businesses effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to organisations we work with. Responsibilities Provide Tax compliance and advisory services to a wide range of clients using resource from a shared service team or via technology tools. Manage a substantial portfolio of clients including control of client take on and engagement, billings, and identification of opportunities to improve recoveries, together with cash collection. Pays attention to self-development and continuing professional education with a view to progressing within practice. Develops professional relationships with clients and within the Firm and adapts the approach for the relevant audience. Understands potential risks to the Firm in relation to the Firm's quality control procedures and raising to the appropriate person. Get involved in special assignments on an ad hoc basis. 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 complex projects Qualifications An in depth, up to date, knowledge of taxation with specialist knowledge and the ability to deal with complex tax issues Project and staff management experience. Ability to manage a substantial client portfolio profitably whilst being able to actively seek opportunities for developing new clients and for selling new services to existing clients Experience of dealing with client senior management Educated to degree level and/or CTA and/or ACA qualified or equivalent Demonstrable post qualified experience 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 09, 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, entrepreneurial-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. Overview 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. 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 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 to help businesses effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to organisations we work with. Responsibilities Provide Tax compliance and advisory services to a wide range of clients using resource from a shared service team or via technology tools. Manage a substantial portfolio of clients including control of client take on and engagement, billings, and identification of opportunities to improve recoveries, together with cash collection. Pays attention to self-development and continuing professional education with a view to progressing within practice. Develops professional relationships with clients and within the Firm and adapts the approach for the relevant audience. Understands potential risks to the Firm in relation to the Firm's quality control procedures and raising to the appropriate person. Get involved in special assignments on an ad hoc basis. 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 complex projects Qualifications An in depth, up to date, knowledge of taxation with specialist knowledge and the ability to deal with complex tax issues Project and staff management experience. Ability to manage a substantial client portfolio profitably whilst being able to actively seek opportunities for developing new clients and for selling new services to existing clients Experience of dealing with client senior management Educated to degree level and/or CTA and/or ACA qualified or equivalent Demonstrable post qualified experience 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 As a firm our focus on delivering quality audit work for the benefit of the public interest is our key priority. Our Audit teams are essential, not just to BDO, but to the whole economy. With specialist knowledge of sectors, markets and geographies; our auditors have the business understanding necessary to deliver the high quality and robust audits that companies and their stakeholders can trust. As part of our Audit team, you'll receive the support you need to reach your potential. From completing professional qualifications to developing new skills and exploring different learning opportunities, you'll join a friendly and diverse team whose work really matters. Use your skills to build a career in Audit at BDO. 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 proactively 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. You will be someone with: ACA/ACCA/ICAS qualified or overseas equivalent. Educated up to degree level or CTS. Experience supervising and coaching junior members of staff on site. Working knowledge of UK and International GAAS, IFRS, UK GAAP and Financial Reporting requirements. Working knowledge of firm services, issues regarding advice, and regulation and compliance, including anti-money laundering. Demonstrable knowledge of current economic and market trends. 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 are 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 09, 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 As a firm our focus on delivering quality audit work for the benefit of the public interest is our key priority. Our Audit teams are essential, not just to BDO, but to the whole economy. With specialist knowledge of sectors, markets and geographies; our auditors have the business understanding necessary to deliver the high quality and robust audits that companies and their stakeholders can trust. As part of our Audit team, you'll receive the support you need to reach your potential. From completing professional qualifications to developing new skills and exploring different learning opportunities, you'll join a friendly and diverse team whose work really matters. Use your skills to build a career in Audit at BDO. 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 proactively 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. You will be someone with: ACA/ACCA/ICAS qualified or overseas equivalent. Educated up to degree level or CTS. Experience supervising and coaching junior members of staff on site. Working knowledge of UK and International GAAS, IFRS, UK GAAP and Financial Reporting requirements. Working knowledge of firm services, issues regarding advice, and regulation and compliance, including anti-money laundering. Demonstrable knowledge of current economic and market trends. 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 are 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.
Associate Director of IT EPR Programme - Pathology This is a rare and exciting opportunity to play a pivotal role in one of the most significant digital transformation programmes at Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust (LGT). As Associate Director of EPR Programme - Pathology, you will lead the pathology-specific elements of the Trust's Electronic Patient Record (EPR) deployment, Epic, delivered as part of the Apollo Programme. The post holder will be a critical dependency for programme success, leading the integration of East and South East London Pathology Partnership (ESELPP) pathology services into LGT's new EPR across South East London. This role offers the opportunity to shape how digital pathology services are designed, integrated and delivered at scale, ensuring they support high-quality, safe and efficient patient care. Main duties of the job As a key enabler, the Associate Director of EPR Programme - Pathology will support the organisation in delivering its goals of improving quality, safety, productivity and operational processes related to the EPR Acceleration Programme delivery, working closely with the operational Service Improvement team. The role will include substantial capital and revenue budgetary responsibility, and you will be required to working across LGT's sites and other locations within the pathology partnership. The Associate Director of EPR Programme - Pathology will be responsible for the delivery of highly complex, large-scale IT transformation and change programmes. Acting as the senior lead for the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS)-to-EPR implementation, the post holder will drive the digital integration of pathology services, working closely with ESELPP, clinical and operational teams, and third-party suppliers. About us Our people are our greatest asset. When we feel supported and happy at work, this positivity reaches those very people we are here for, the patients. Engaged employees perform at their best and our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) initiatives contribute to cultivate a culture of engagement. We have four staff networks, a corporate EDI Team and a suite of programmes and events which aim to insert the 5 aspirations: Improving representation at senior levels of staff with disabilities, from black, Asian, and ethnic minorities background, identify as LGBTQ+ and women, through improved recruitment and leadership development Widening access (anchor institution) and employability Improving the experience of staff with disability Improving the EDI literacy and confidence of trust staff through training and development Making equalities mainstream Job responsibilities You will lead the endtoend deployment of the pathology components of the EPR programme, collaborating with multidisciplinary stakeholders to redesign workflows, optimise processes and maximise the benefits of digital pathology across all Trust sites and partnership organisations. As a key enabler of transformation, the post holder will support the Trusts objectives to improve quality, safety, productivity and operational efficiency, working in close partnership with the Service Improvement and Operational teams. The role carries significant capital and revenue budgetary responsibility and requires regular working across LGT sites and wider partnership locations. Person Specification Qualifications and Training Master's Degree or equivalent in business, health or Information Technology Prince 2 Practitioner or equivalent Project Management experience ITIL Foundation accreditation Experience Extensive experience at a senior level in a complex environment Change management experience with evidence of sustained changes Experience of strategic planning within the NHS Substantial achievement of successful partnership working in a complex environment with stakeholders to achieve beneficial changes Using patient and public involvement in service delivery and/or service planning Exposure to, and involvement in contributing to meeting the corporate agenda Experience of working with multi-disciplinary clinical and professional staff in changing and developing services Experience of analysing financial and numerical trends Successfully managing and developing a technical team in a complex environment Management of significant budgets Experience writing and reviewing NHS Policy documents and developing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPS) NHS Experience Community EPR System Experience Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. £76,965 to £88,682 a year per annum plus HCAS
Feb 09, 2026
Full time
Associate Director of IT EPR Programme - Pathology This is a rare and exciting opportunity to play a pivotal role in one of the most significant digital transformation programmes at Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust (LGT). As Associate Director of EPR Programme - Pathology, you will lead the pathology-specific elements of the Trust's Electronic Patient Record (EPR) deployment, Epic, delivered as part of the Apollo Programme. The post holder will be a critical dependency for programme success, leading the integration of East and South East London Pathology Partnership (ESELPP) pathology services into LGT's new EPR across South East London. This role offers the opportunity to shape how digital pathology services are designed, integrated and delivered at scale, ensuring they support high-quality, safe and efficient patient care. Main duties of the job As a key enabler, the Associate Director of EPR Programme - Pathology will support the organisation in delivering its goals of improving quality, safety, productivity and operational processes related to the EPR Acceleration Programme delivery, working closely with the operational Service Improvement team. The role will include substantial capital and revenue budgetary responsibility, and you will be required to working across LGT's sites and other locations within the pathology partnership. The Associate Director of EPR Programme - Pathology will be responsible for the delivery of highly complex, large-scale IT transformation and change programmes. Acting as the senior lead for the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS)-to-EPR implementation, the post holder will drive the digital integration of pathology services, working closely with ESELPP, clinical and operational teams, and third-party suppliers. About us Our people are our greatest asset. When we feel supported and happy at work, this positivity reaches those very people we are here for, the patients. Engaged employees perform at their best and our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) initiatives contribute to cultivate a culture of engagement. We have four staff networks, a corporate EDI Team and a suite of programmes and events which aim to insert the 5 aspirations: Improving representation at senior levels of staff with disabilities, from black, Asian, and ethnic minorities background, identify as LGBTQ+ and women, through improved recruitment and leadership development Widening access (anchor institution) and employability Improving the experience of staff with disability Improving the EDI literacy and confidence of trust staff through training and development Making equalities mainstream Job responsibilities You will lead the endtoend deployment of the pathology components of the EPR programme, collaborating with multidisciplinary stakeholders to redesign workflows, optimise processes and maximise the benefits of digital pathology across all Trust sites and partnership organisations. As a key enabler of transformation, the post holder will support the Trusts objectives to improve quality, safety, productivity and operational efficiency, working in close partnership with the Service Improvement and Operational teams. The role carries significant capital and revenue budgetary responsibility and requires regular working across LGT sites and wider partnership locations. Person Specification Qualifications and Training Master's Degree or equivalent in business, health or Information Technology Prince 2 Practitioner or equivalent Project Management experience ITIL Foundation accreditation Experience Extensive experience at a senior level in a complex environment Change management experience with evidence of sustained changes Experience of strategic planning within the NHS Substantial achievement of successful partnership working in a complex environment with stakeholders to achieve beneficial changes Using patient and public involvement in service delivery and/or service planning Exposure to, and involvement in contributing to meeting the corporate agenda Experience of working with multi-disciplinary clinical and professional staff in changing and developing services Experience of analysing financial and numerical trends Successfully managing and developing a technical team in a complex environment Management of significant budgets Experience writing and reviewing NHS Policy documents and developing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPS) NHS Experience Community EPR System Experience Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. £76,965 to £88,682 a year per annum plus HCAS
Job Details Job Role: Business Development Manager Reports to: Divisional Managing Director / Head of Work Based Learning Location: East Midlands & Yorkshire (Field-based/Head Office as required) Hours: 37.5 hours per week Salary: 40,000 to 45,000 per annum Purpose of the Role Responsible for driving growth by securing employer partnerships and contracts across funded and commercial streams, ensuring compliance with DfE and Ofsted standards, and delivering a high-quality learner journey. Key Responsibilities Identify and engage employers in priority sectors (logistics, food manufacturing, construction, green skills). Secure employer contracts for funded programs and commercial MHE & LMS subscriptions, through our LearningPlus platform. Represent the company at industry forums and employer networks. Collaborate with marketing teams to create employer-focused campaigns and case studies. Act as primary contact for employer partners, ensuring high standards of service. Conduct Training Needs Analyses and design tailored upskilling strategies. Liaise with curriculum teams to adapt training programs to client needs. Provide accurate pipeline reports and market insights to senior leadership. Ensure compliance with funding rules and maintain audit readiness. Work with internal teams on health & safety and ILR data accuracy. Skills & Experience Proven track record in employer engagement or business development within training/education sector. Strong understanding of Adult Skills Funding and compliance. Excellent negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills. Ability to work independently and deliver against KPIs in a fast-paced environment. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) Achieve a minimum of 90% against recruitment targets. Maintain a 95% success rate for eligibility and TNA audits. Meet monthly and quarterly targets for commercial training and LMS sales. Ensure high employer satisfaction and retention rates. Company Benefits Access to Wagestream for early wage access and financial advice. Life Assurance, virtual GP service, and Employee Assistance Programme. Flexible working arrangements within a national, award-winning group. Vision & Values Improving Lives, Building Futures, and Enhancing Business. Delivering employer-focused, learner-centric courses. Providing quality training that meets the needs of learners and employers. Celebrate Success, Respect & Integrity, Inspire Creativity, Strive for Excellence. Person Specification Dynamic, results-driven professional with strong interpersonal skills and commitment to compliance and quality. Selection Criteria: A= Application Form I = Interview T = Test/Personality Profile P = Practical exercise Essential or Desirable Method of Candidate Assessment A, I, T or P Experience and Skills 1. Experience of skills and vocational training management within an FE and Skills Provider Essential A, I 2. Working knowledge of application of Safeguarding, Prevent and Fundamental British Values policies. Essential A, I 3. Experience of supporting and managing learners aged 16+ to achieve positive outcomes. Essential A, I, P 4. Experience of working within an FE and Skills environment during OFSTED audits and inspections. Essential I, P 5. Experience of creating, managing and auditing clear, concise and effective processes and SOP's. Essential A, I, P 6. Experience of managing diverse teams against core KPI's to achieve results. Essential A, I, P 7. Effective planning, time management and organisational skills Essential A, I, P 8. Experience of successfully managing complex and high value projects through to a timely completion. Essential A, I, P 9. Ability to prioritise based on business need, with an awareness of the impact on the 'wider business' Essential A, I, P 10. Strong written and verbal communication skills to colleagues and stakeholders at all levels up to and including Board level. Essential A, I, P 11. Attention to detail with a right first-time mentality Essential A, I 12. Knowledge of each of the components of a learner's journey and what 'good' in each of these stages looks like. Essential A, I 13. Able to confidently and competently influence and manage change. Essential A, I 14. Works well under pressure to remain focused and respond flexibly and quickly to the demands of the role Essential A, I 15. A relentless commitment to excellence and quality. With a strong focus on continuous improvement. Essential A, I 16. Demonstrates best practice with regards to confidentiality and accountability whilst working in a fast-paced environment. Essential A, I 17. 11. Flexible approach to working hours due to some evening and weekend work on an ad-hoc basis Essential A, I 18. Able to analyse and present data. Essential A, I, P 19. Qualified and experienced Designated Safeguarding Officer. Desirable A, I ctrg limited is acting as an employment business in relation to this vacancy. We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) in all our employment practices to all employees, temporary workers, and applicants for employment without regard to age, gender reassignment, married or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity leave, disability, race including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation.
Feb 08, 2026
Full time
Job Details Job Role: Business Development Manager Reports to: Divisional Managing Director / Head of Work Based Learning Location: East Midlands & Yorkshire (Field-based/Head Office as required) Hours: 37.5 hours per week Salary: 40,000 to 45,000 per annum Purpose of the Role Responsible for driving growth by securing employer partnerships and contracts across funded and commercial streams, ensuring compliance with DfE and Ofsted standards, and delivering a high-quality learner journey. Key Responsibilities Identify and engage employers in priority sectors (logistics, food manufacturing, construction, green skills). Secure employer contracts for funded programs and commercial MHE & LMS subscriptions, through our LearningPlus platform. Represent the company at industry forums and employer networks. Collaborate with marketing teams to create employer-focused campaigns and case studies. Act as primary contact for employer partners, ensuring high standards of service. Conduct Training Needs Analyses and design tailored upskilling strategies. Liaise with curriculum teams to adapt training programs to client needs. Provide accurate pipeline reports and market insights to senior leadership. Ensure compliance with funding rules and maintain audit readiness. Work with internal teams on health & safety and ILR data accuracy. Skills & Experience Proven track record in employer engagement or business development within training/education sector. Strong understanding of Adult Skills Funding and compliance. Excellent negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills. Ability to work independently and deliver against KPIs in a fast-paced environment. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) Achieve a minimum of 90% against recruitment targets. Maintain a 95% success rate for eligibility and TNA audits. Meet monthly and quarterly targets for commercial training and LMS sales. Ensure high employer satisfaction and retention rates. Company Benefits Access to Wagestream for early wage access and financial advice. Life Assurance, virtual GP service, and Employee Assistance Programme. Flexible working arrangements within a national, award-winning group. Vision & Values Improving Lives, Building Futures, and Enhancing Business. Delivering employer-focused, learner-centric courses. Providing quality training that meets the needs of learners and employers. Celebrate Success, Respect & Integrity, Inspire Creativity, Strive for Excellence. Person Specification Dynamic, results-driven professional with strong interpersonal skills and commitment to compliance and quality. Selection Criteria: A= Application Form I = Interview T = Test/Personality Profile P = Practical exercise Essential or Desirable Method of Candidate Assessment A, I, T or P Experience and Skills 1. Experience of skills and vocational training management within an FE and Skills Provider Essential A, I 2. Working knowledge of application of Safeguarding, Prevent and Fundamental British Values policies. Essential A, I 3. Experience of supporting and managing learners aged 16+ to achieve positive outcomes. Essential A, I, P 4. Experience of working within an FE and Skills environment during OFSTED audits and inspections. Essential I, P 5. Experience of creating, managing and auditing clear, concise and effective processes and SOP's. Essential A, I, P 6. Experience of managing diverse teams against core KPI's to achieve results. Essential A, I, P 7. Effective planning, time management and organisational skills Essential A, I, P 8. Experience of successfully managing complex and high value projects through to a timely completion. Essential A, I, P 9. Ability to prioritise based on business need, with an awareness of the impact on the 'wider business' Essential A, I, P 10. Strong written and verbal communication skills to colleagues and stakeholders at all levels up to and including Board level. Essential A, I, P 11. Attention to detail with a right first-time mentality Essential A, I 12. Knowledge of each of the components of a learner's journey and what 'good' in each of these stages looks like. Essential A, I 13. Able to confidently and competently influence and manage change. Essential A, I 14. Works well under pressure to remain focused and respond flexibly and quickly to the demands of the role Essential A, I 15. A relentless commitment to excellence and quality. With a strong focus on continuous improvement. Essential A, I 16. Demonstrates best practice with regards to confidentiality and accountability whilst working in a fast-paced environment. Essential A, I 17. 11. Flexible approach to working hours due to some evening and weekend work on an ad-hoc basis Essential A, I 18. Able to analyse and present data. Essential A, I, P 19. Qualified and experienced Designated Safeguarding Officer. Desirable A, I ctrg limited is acting as an employment business in relation to this vacancy. We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) in all our employment practices to all employees, temporary workers, and applicants for employment without regard to age, gender reassignment, married or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity leave, disability, race including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation.
Overview Product Manager is responsible for managing the outdoor product range, ensuring it meets commercial objectives, consumer and customer expectations. The role covers the full product lifecycle, with a strong emphasis on sourcing from Far East suppliers, maintaining quality and compliance standards, and delivering agreed financial targets. You will lead the delivery of design, development and release into high volume manufacture the agreed roadmap for the outdoor category, whilst providing support where appropriate on the Flame category. Working with procurement and quality teams to lead the selection and management of third-party suppliers, manage full product lifecycle design, working with the quality and audit manage the development, validation, certification, and manufacture. Deliver activities in line with the requirements of the New Product Introduction (NPI) process, the company operating procedures, and European and UK regulatory standards. The role is responsible for delivering all activity OTIF, using their expertise and knowledge and always striving for a best-in-class approach. Responsibilities Working with CPO and Product Director define clear requirement specifications for suppliers in line with consumer needs and category strategy. Deliver products with range thinking - minimising complexity, whilst achieving company sustainability and durability targets. Collaborate with external suppliers on the design, development, certification, and manufacturing of the products to overcome all technical challenges and issues with appropriate resources to meet project targets. Lead external supplier selection for the relevant categories, in collaboration with Procurement, Quality and the Head Quality Manage all NPI through the NPI Process and provide business case rationale to support the selection of ODM / off the shelf supply or third-party OEM originated designs, with Glen Dimplex IP in place. Working with the R&D and quality team lead the OEM and ODM suppliers customised mechanical aspects of product design - structural, materials, mechanisms, wiring routing, etc. and agree any required Capex investment as part of the NPI business case for approval. Liaise with DCP quality team to ensure product designs conform to all required regulations and standards. Aligning with internal R&D compliance areas for clarification as required. Own packaging and instruction manual design process Work with the marketing team to develop- the required online content i.e. video, lifestyle imagery and product description highlighting the key selling points of the product Build and execute product launch plans with MS&P, Marketing and Sales team. Skills, Knowledge and Experience ESSENTIAL Strong understanding of core design principles in relevant technology Strong background in product design and experience of working for a format NPI stage and gate process. Strong background in successfully delivering new products to market. Awareness of effective planning and implementation of design activity. Strong analytical and critical reasoning skills, problem solving and root cause analysis, and implementation of solutions. Team player with excellent verbal and written communication and networking skills with strong drive, initiative, and self-motivation, able to interface with all parts of the business internally and externally. Ability to balance competing priorities and drive issues to completion, working to strict deadline and under pressure. Awareness of markets and customers. Excellent attention to detail and ability to assimilate and manage information and ask questions to ensure information correct. DESIRABLE Strong UK B2C and B2B appliance market experience and knowledge Excellent technical experience and advanced knowledge of own or professional discipline, and a working knowledge of other disciplines. COMPETENCIES Qualifications Marketing or business degree or CIM qualification. Experience Significant and relevant post qualification/after degree experience in a wide range of new product design and introduction roles, including significant experience of working with third party suppliers on mechanical, electrical, electronic or software elements (minimum 5 years). Pension, Health Cash Plan, Cycle to Work Scheme, Employee Discount, Values Award, Holidays
Feb 08, 2026
Full time
Overview Product Manager is responsible for managing the outdoor product range, ensuring it meets commercial objectives, consumer and customer expectations. The role covers the full product lifecycle, with a strong emphasis on sourcing from Far East suppliers, maintaining quality and compliance standards, and delivering agreed financial targets. You will lead the delivery of design, development and release into high volume manufacture the agreed roadmap for the outdoor category, whilst providing support where appropriate on the Flame category. Working with procurement and quality teams to lead the selection and management of third-party suppliers, manage full product lifecycle design, working with the quality and audit manage the development, validation, certification, and manufacture. Deliver activities in line with the requirements of the New Product Introduction (NPI) process, the company operating procedures, and European and UK regulatory standards. The role is responsible for delivering all activity OTIF, using their expertise and knowledge and always striving for a best-in-class approach. Responsibilities Working with CPO and Product Director define clear requirement specifications for suppliers in line with consumer needs and category strategy. Deliver products with range thinking - minimising complexity, whilst achieving company sustainability and durability targets. Collaborate with external suppliers on the design, development, certification, and manufacturing of the products to overcome all technical challenges and issues with appropriate resources to meet project targets. Lead external supplier selection for the relevant categories, in collaboration with Procurement, Quality and the Head Quality Manage all NPI through the NPI Process and provide business case rationale to support the selection of ODM / off the shelf supply or third-party OEM originated designs, with Glen Dimplex IP in place. Working with the R&D and quality team lead the OEM and ODM suppliers customised mechanical aspects of product design - structural, materials, mechanisms, wiring routing, etc. and agree any required Capex investment as part of the NPI business case for approval. Liaise with DCP quality team to ensure product designs conform to all required regulations and standards. Aligning with internal R&D compliance areas for clarification as required. Own packaging and instruction manual design process Work with the marketing team to develop- the required online content i.e. video, lifestyle imagery and product description highlighting the key selling points of the product Build and execute product launch plans with MS&P, Marketing and Sales team. Skills, Knowledge and Experience ESSENTIAL Strong understanding of core design principles in relevant technology Strong background in product design and experience of working for a format NPI stage and gate process. Strong background in successfully delivering new products to market. Awareness of effective planning and implementation of design activity. Strong analytical and critical reasoning skills, problem solving and root cause analysis, and implementation of solutions. Team player with excellent verbal and written communication and networking skills with strong drive, initiative, and self-motivation, able to interface with all parts of the business internally and externally. Ability to balance competing priorities and drive issues to completion, working to strict deadline and under pressure. Awareness of markets and customers. Excellent attention to detail and ability to assimilate and manage information and ask questions to ensure information correct. DESIRABLE Strong UK B2C and B2B appliance market experience and knowledge Excellent technical experience and advanced knowledge of own or professional discipline, and a working knowledge of other disciplines. COMPETENCIES Qualifications Marketing or business degree or CIM qualification. Experience Significant and relevant post qualification/after degree experience in a wide range of new product design and introduction roles, including significant experience of working with third party suppliers on mechanical, electrical, electronic or software elements (minimum 5 years). Pension, Health Cash Plan, Cycle to Work Scheme, Employee Discount, Values Award, Holidays
Staffordshire Cricket Appoints 2 New Non-Executive Directors and Trustees to its Board Staffordshire Cricket is delighted to announce the appointment of two additional non-executive directors and trustees to its existing board to support its activities. Rachel Bayley and Amit Sharma both join the board bringing a wealth of knowledge and experience in sport and business at local and national levels to further strengthen the county's recreational cricket network. Since graduating from The University of Huddersfield, Rachel has worked in regional and national development and performance roles with Badminton England, British Swimming, Welsh Netball and Swim England. Rachel is currently the Paralympic Programme Manager for Archery GB, having been part of the Paris 2024 Paralympics, which saw the team return home with Gold and Bronze medals, and is now focusing on the Los Angeles Paralympics in 2028. In addition, Rachel has held voluntary roles with England Boxing, The University of Manchester and Commonwealth Games England and is a PRINCE 2 Practitioner and Mental Health First Aider. Amit Sharma joins us with over 20 years of experience across multiple business sectors, including technology, marketing, digital transformation, event management, commodities, and international business. He is also a Board Member of the Wolverhampton City Investment Board with a keen interest in the economic growth of the city. Amit is passionate about cricket and is a qualified ECB coach actively involved in coaching at Wolverhampton Cricket Club's Junior Section and contributes to the administration of the sport as a committee member at Wolverhampton CC. As a former player, Amit has represented prestigious teams at both youth and senior levels. His youth achievements include representing Staffordshire up to the U19s level, Midlands U19s, England U19s (NAYC). At senior levels he has represented the British Universities, MCC and played cricket at Minor Counties, County 2nd XI and Premier League Club Cricket level. David Smith, Chair of Staffordshire Cricket, commented "As a high performing, strong and challenging board we are thrilled to attract the calibre of non-executive directors that we have in Rachel and Amit. They will both add huge value to our board room as we embark on our next strategic plan period which formally begins in February 2025. Rachel's extensive experience in performance and inclusion sport and Amit's business and Black Country profile will add even more strength and depth to our existing board." Staffordshire Cricket welcomes both Rachel and Amit to Staffordshire Cricket.
Feb 08, 2026
Full time
Staffordshire Cricket Appoints 2 New Non-Executive Directors and Trustees to its Board Staffordshire Cricket is delighted to announce the appointment of two additional non-executive directors and trustees to its existing board to support its activities. Rachel Bayley and Amit Sharma both join the board bringing a wealth of knowledge and experience in sport and business at local and national levels to further strengthen the county's recreational cricket network. Since graduating from The University of Huddersfield, Rachel has worked in regional and national development and performance roles with Badminton England, British Swimming, Welsh Netball and Swim England. Rachel is currently the Paralympic Programme Manager for Archery GB, having been part of the Paris 2024 Paralympics, which saw the team return home with Gold and Bronze medals, and is now focusing on the Los Angeles Paralympics in 2028. In addition, Rachel has held voluntary roles with England Boxing, The University of Manchester and Commonwealth Games England and is a PRINCE 2 Practitioner and Mental Health First Aider. Amit Sharma joins us with over 20 years of experience across multiple business sectors, including technology, marketing, digital transformation, event management, commodities, and international business. He is also a Board Member of the Wolverhampton City Investment Board with a keen interest in the economic growth of the city. Amit is passionate about cricket and is a qualified ECB coach actively involved in coaching at Wolverhampton Cricket Club's Junior Section and contributes to the administration of the sport as a committee member at Wolverhampton CC. As a former player, Amit has represented prestigious teams at both youth and senior levels. His youth achievements include representing Staffordshire up to the U19s level, Midlands U19s, England U19s (NAYC). At senior levels he has represented the British Universities, MCC and played cricket at Minor Counties, County 2nd XI and Premier League Club Cricket level. David Smith, Chair of Staffordshire Cricket, commented "As a high performing, strong and challenging board we are thrilled to attract the calibre of non-executive directors that we have in Rachel and Amit. They will both add huge value to our board room as we embark on our next strategic plan period which formally begins in February 2025. Rachel's extensive experience in performance and inclusion sport and Amit's business and Black Country profile will add even more strength and depth to our existing board." Staffordshire Cricket welcomes both Rachel and Amit to Staffordshire Cricket.
Director - Operations/Contracts - London/South East Leading Specialist Civil Engineering Contractor The Opportunity We are working in partnership with a specialist civil engineering contractor to appoint an Operations/Contracts Director who'll lead and grow their London region. This is a senior leadership role with full responsibility for operational performance, P&L management, and strategic regional growth. The successful individual will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of the business in one of its most important regions. Key Responsibilities Full P&L ownership for the London & South East region, ensuring profitability, cash flow and commercial discipline Lead, develop and inspire regional operational teams, including project delivery, commercial and support functions Drive sustainable growth, expanding existing client relationships and identifying new market opportunities Ensure consistent, high-quality project delivery across multiple schemes and frameworks Work closely with the Managing Director and Board to implement regional and company-wide strategy Maintain the highest standards of health & safety, quality and compliance Oversee resource planning, succession planning and talent development within the region About You Proven experience in a senior operational leadership role, ideally within civil engineering (geotechnical/enabling works/demolition) Strong track record of managing and improving P&L performance Demonstrable success in growing a region or business unit within the London / South East market Well connected having strong relationships with end users and tier one contractors Commercially astute, with strong financial and contractual understanding Credible leader who can engage clients, motivate teams and influence Strategic mindset combined with hands-on operational capability The salary/package is open and negotiable dependant on your track record, experience etc therefore please apply to set up an initial confidential conversation.
Feb 08, 2026
Full time
Director - Operations/Contracts - London/South East Leading Specialist Civil Engineering Contractor The Opportunity We are working in partnership with a specialist civil engineering contractor to appoint an Operations/Contracts Director who'll lead and grow their London region. This is a senior leadership role with full responsibility for operational performance, P&L management, and strategic regional growth. The successful individual will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of the business in one of its most important regions. Key Responsibilities Full P&L ownership for the London & South East region, ensuring profitability, cash flow and commercial discipline Lead, develop and inspire regional operational teams, including project delivery, commercial and support functions Drive sustainable growth, expanding existing client relationships and identifying new market opportunities Ensure consistent, high-quality project delivery across multiple schemes and frameworks Work closely with the Managing Director and Board to implement regional and company-wide strategy Maintain the highest standards of health & safety, quality and compliance Oversee resource planning, succession planning and talent development within the region About You Proven experience in a senior operational leadership role, ideally within civil engineering (geotechnical/enabling works/demolition) Strong track record of managing and improving P&L performance Demonstrable success in growing a region or business unit within the London / South East market Well connected having strong relationships with end users and tier one contractors Commercially astute, with strong financial and contractual understanding Credible leader who can engage clients, motivate teams and influence Strategic mindset combined with hands-on operational capability The salary/package is open and negotiable dependant on your track record, experience etc therefore please apply to set up an initial confidential conversation.
# Cyber Security Director - Financial Services (Consulting)Cyber Security Director - Financial Services (Consulting)Salary£140000 - £170000LocationLondon, UKContractPermanentIndustryTransformation & Change Management ContactDamian James are partnered with a leading, world-class Cyber Security practice seeking to recruit Directors with a specialism within UK Financial Services. Candidates across the UK are welcome (acknowledging clients are mostly London-based) paying up to c£170,000 basic (excluding bonuses, benefits & extras)Oliver James are partnered with a leading, world-class Cyber Security practice seeking to recruit Directors with a specialism within UK Financial Services. Candidates across the UK are welcome (acknowledging clients are mostly London-based) paying up to c£170,000 basic (excluding bonuses, benefits & extras) depending on experience.Our client's practice consists of several hundreds diverse and talented cyber individuals who advise UK Financial Services clients on the ever-evolving broad cyber agenda. As a Director within their UK Financial Services Cyber practice, you will be responsible for building and developing a team that will enjoy finding creative solutions to our client's cyber issues. You will assist clients in one or more specific sub-sectors within Financial Services, which covers Banking & Capital Markets, Insurance & Investment Management, Fin/Reg Techs, Regulators and Challengers. You will thrive in an environment that enables you to deal with a wide range of people at all levels of seniority with diplomacy and tact. In return, they offer an unparalleled career path that is full of variety with opportunities to gain insight into many different cyber specialisms, wider technology risk challenges and to collaborate with your colleagues on exciting and high-profile projects. Your role You will be someone wants to capitalise on your already a) strong Financial Services reputation and network b) deep Cyber Security subject matter expertise and c) strong leadership qualities.As a Director in Financial Services Cyber, your responsibilities will include: Being comfortable developing the market for Cyber Security services, primarily across Financial Services organisations, through the development of effective client relationships and championing the services Project focus on Financial Services clients, from sales and marketing through to defining key functional processes Understanding and anticipating client needs based on a strong understanding of Financial Services specific requirements Delivering a portfolio of cyber-related engagements across our business, including effective people management on client engagements and working seamlessly and collaboratively with colleagues in other parts of the organisation and globe Having a broad perspective of potential issues encountered when managing diverse teams and the strategies to overcome them; having a clear understanding of the firm's commitment to creating a more inclusive culture Contributing to the development of the service by identifying opportunities for improving the value our services provide to clients and the efficiency of our go to market activity Capturing and enhancing intellectual property and know "know how" through engagements with clients and your awareness of the digital marketplace Leading the development and implementation of existing and new market propositions across financial services, collaborating closely with appropriate colleagues throughout the organisation Attracting world-class talent Contributing to the latest thought-leadership and industry research relating to cyber security and organisational crisis and response management to cyber issues Qualifications Your professional experience To be successful in this role you should have: Extensive Cyber Security experience either within the Financial Services or, ideally within a major consultancy/professional services firm with Financial Services clients Broad range of security experience though with a distinct specialism in at least one area, e.g. cyber strategy, security target operating models, security transformation programmes, security change initiatives, security technologies, privacy etc You will likely hold certifications such as CCP, CISSP, CISM, CCNP, CIPP/E preferred Excellent commercial awareness and business acumen, including specifically a good understanding of cyber risk to both business processes and supporting technology You will have great interpersonal skills and experience of developing effective, long-lasting client relationships, either as a consultant or demonstration of significant influencing abilities within an organisation and demonstrable ability to solve complex problems objectively, using an appropriate combination of analysis, experience and judgement Delivery of high-quality complex projects including effective programme, project, financial and people management Ability to take complex analysis and to present and communicate it in a concise and clear manner, appropriately tailored to people from a very wide range of cultures, technical backgrounds and seniorities Self-confidence/enthusiasm to be involved in business development activities Existing security clearance or willingness to undergo vetting procedures
Feb 08, 2026
Full time
# Cyber Security Director - Financial Services (Consulting)Cyber Security Director - Financial Services (Consulting)Salary£140000 - £170000LocationLondon, UKContractPermanentIndustryTransformation & Change Management ContactDamian James are partnered with a leading, world-class Cyber Security practice seeking to recruit Directors with a specialism within UK Financial Services. Candidates across the UK are welcome (acknowledging clients are mostly London-based) paying up to c£170,000 basic (excluding bonuses, benefits & extras)Oliver James are partnered with a leading, world-class Cyber Security practice seeking to recruit Directors with a specialism within UK Financial Services. Candidates across the UK are welcome (acknowledging clients are mostly London-based) paying up to c£170,000 basic (excluding bonuses, benefits & extras) depending on experience.Our client's practice consists of several hundreds diverse and talented cyber individuals who advise UK Financial Services clients on the ever-evolving broad cyber agenda. As a Director within their UK Financial Services Cyber practice, you will be responsible for building and developing a team that will enjoy finding creative solutions to our client's cyber issues. You will assist clients in one or more specific sub-sectors within Financial Services, which covers Banking & Capital Markets, Insurance & Investment Management, Fin/Reg Techs, Regulators and Challengers. You will thrive in an environment that enables you to deal with a wide range of people at all levels of seniority with diplomacy and tact. In return, they offer an unparalleled career path that is full of variety with opportunities to gain insight into many different cyber specialisms, wider technology risk challenges and to collaborate with your colleagues on exciting and high-profile projects. Your role You will be someone wants to capitalise on your already a) strong Financial Services reputation and network b) deep Cyber Security subject matter expertise and c) strong leadership qualities.As a Director in Financial Services Cyber, your responsibilities will include: Being comfortable developing the market for Cyber Security services, primarily across Financial Services organisations, through the development of effective client relationships and championing the services Project focus on Financial Services clients, from sales and marketing through to defining key functional processes Understanding and anticipating client needs based on a strong understanding of Financial Services specific requirements Delivering a portfolio of cyber-related engagements across our business, including effective people management on client engagements and working seamlessly and collaboratively with colleagues in other parts of the organisation and globe Having a broad perspective of potential issues encountered when managing diverse teams and the strategies to overcome them; having a clear understanding of the firm's commitment to creating a more inclusive culture Contributing to the development of the service by identifying opportunities for improving the value our services provide to clients and the efficiency of our go to market activity Capturing and enhancing intellectual property and know "know how" through engagements with clients and your awareness of the digital marketplace Leading the development and implementation of existing and new market propositions across financial services, collaborating closely with appropriate colleagues throughout the organisation Attracting world-class talent Contributing to the latest thought-leadership and industry research relating to cyber security and organisational crisis and response management to cyber issues Qualifications Your professional experience To be successful in this role you should have: Extensive Cyber Security experience either within the Financial Services or, ideally within a major consultancy/professional services firm with Financial Services clients Broad range of security experience though with a distinct specialism in at least one area, e.g. cyber strategy, security target operating models, security transformation programmes, security change initiatives, security technologies, privacy etc You will likely hold certifications such as CCP, CISSP, CISM, CCNP, CIPP/E preferred Excellent commercial awareness and business acumen, including specifically a good understanding of cyber risk to both business processes and supporting technology You will have great interpersonal skills and experience of developing effective, long-lasting client relationships, either as a consultant or demonstration of significant influencing abilities within an organisation and demonstrable ability to solve complex problems objectively, using an appropriate combination of analysis, experience and judgement Delivery of high-quality complex projects including effective programme, project, financial and people management Ability to take complex analysis and to present and communicate it in a concise and clear manner, appropriately tailored to people from a very wide range of cultures, technical backgrounds and seniorities Self-confidence/enthusiasm to be involved in business development activities Existing security clearance or willingness to undergo vetting procedures
Parexel is in the business of improving the world's health. We do this by providing a suite of biopharmaceutical services that help clients across the globe transform scientific discoveries into new treatments. We believe in our values, Patients First, Quality, Respect, Empowerment & Accountability. This role will work within our innovative Data & Technology group that continues to evolve to meet business needs, fuel Parexel's growth and enable improved support for stakeholders, including customers and ultimately patients, who will benefit from Parexel's integrated processes and systems. This role can be based in the UK, Poland or Romania and can be fully home based. As the Executive Director, Systems Quality, Validation & Processes you will be the senior leader responsible for establishing and overseeing Parexel's global technology quality lifecycle, computerized system validation (CSV), and process governance across all Data & Technology (D&T) solutions. You will ensure that all systems-particularly those impacting clinical development, safety, regulatory, and enterprise operations-adhere to GxP expectations, global regulatory standards, and internal quality frameworks. You will provide enterprise level leadership to ensure "audit ready" consistent system validation practices, optimized processes, and strong collaboration between technology, business, quality, and compliance stakeholders. Key Responsibilities & What You'll Do: Systems Quality & Compliance Leadership Define and lead the enterprise-wide technology quality strategy, ensuring alignment with GxP expectations, ICH, EMA, FDA, and internal quality policies. Govern compliance with the Technology SOPs Ensure systems remain in a validated and audit ready state throughout their lifecycle, including upgrades, changes, integrations, and decommissioning. Computerized System Validation (CSV) Governance & Oversight Oversee lifecycle validation activities for all D&T systems, enabling a risk based, scalable, automated validation program Lead the enterprise validation framework-including planning, risk assessments, requirements, testing, traceability, reporting, and periodic review. Govern validation team roles (System Owner, Business Analyst, Technology Representative, Validation Representative, Quality Representative, SME) Drive standardization of validation documentation, templates, and tools across all technology domains. Process Optimization, Standards & Governance Lead the definition, deployment, and continuous improvement of technology delivery processes (SDLC, change management, testing, documentation, release management). Ensure cross functional alignment between D&T, Quality, Compliance, Clinical Operations, Safety, and Regulatory. Serve as the executive owner of validation policy updates and procedural improvements. Test Strategy, Execution, Quality Engineering & Tooling Enablement Oversee and execute functional, automated, regression, integration, smoke, and user acceptance testing activities Promote continual improvement and automation capabilities that reduce validation burden while improving consistency and traceability. Establish enterprise standards for test evidence, defect management, and quality metrics Vendor, System, and Risk Management Govern the process for reviewing vendor validation packages, reliance strategies, and partner oversight Ensure all third party systems meet Parexel's quality and validation expectations. Lead risk based decision making frameworks for validation effort, documentation rigor, and mitigation plans. Cross Functional Partnership & Strategic Alignment Collaborate with D&T and business executive leadership, Data Governance to ensure cross functional integration of quality and validation standards. Ensure alignment with broader D&T organizational strategies and roadmaps Partner closely with Clinical, Safety, Regulatory, and Operational groups to ensure their systems maintain compliance during rapid change. Team Leadership & Talent Development Lead a global team across system quality assurance, validation engineering, process governance, and compliance. Establish competency frameworks aligned with skills in D&T Quality & Validation functions Promote a culture of accountability, precision, continuous improvement, and proactivity in compliance. Education Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Life Sciences, Quality Engineering, or related field required. Master's degree or equivalent experience preferred. Skills Deep expertise in GxP system validation, computerized system lifecycle management, and global regulatory requirements. Strong understanding of testing methodologies, validation frameworks, and risk based quality approaches. Exceptional leadership skills with ability to influence across technology, quality, and business groups. Highly skilled in process design, optimization, SDLC governance, and audit readiness. Strong analytical, documentation, and problem solving capabilities. Knowledge and Experience Very strong Senior Director or Executive Director level experience in technology quality assurance, software validation, regulatory compliance, or related disciplines. Proven experience leading global quality and validation programs across complex system landscapes. Deep familiarity with validation documentation standards and roles Experience with test management tools, automated testing platforms, and enterprise quality systems. Experience supporting clinical, safety, regulatory, or GxP relevant enterprise systems strongly preferred. In return we will be able to offer you a structured career pathway and encouragement to develop within the role including awareness and understanding of the industry. You will be well supported and in return for your hard work you will be rewarded with a competitive base salary, bonus, company car or car allowance, holiday as well as other leading benefits you would expect with a top company in the CRO Industry. Apply today to begin your Parexel journey!
Feb 08, 2026
Full time
Parexel is in the business of improving the world's health. We do this by providing a suite of biopharmaceutical services that help clients across the globe transform scientific discoveries into new treatments. We believe in our values, Patients First, Quality, Respect, Empowerment & Accountability. This role will work within our innovative Data & Technology group that continues to evolve to meet business needs, fuel Parexel's growth and enable improved support for stakeholders, including customers and ultimately patients, who will benefit from Parexel's integrated processes and systems. This role can be based in the UK, Poland or Romania and can be fully home based. As the Executive Director, Systems Quality, Validation & Processes you will be the senior leader responsible for establishing and overseeing Parexel's global technology quality lifecycle, computerized system validation (CSV), and process governance across all Data & Technology (D&T) solutions. You will ensure that all systems-particularly those impacting clinical development, safety, regulatory, and enterprise operations-adhere to GxP expectations, global regulatory standards, and internal quality frameworks. You will provide enterprise level leadership to ensure "audit ready" consistent system validation practices, optimized processes, and strong collaboration between technology, business, quality, and compliance stakeholders. Key Responsibilities & What You'll Do: Systems Quality & Compliance Leadership Define and lead the enterprise-wide technology quality strategy, ensuring alignment with GxP expectations, ICH, EMA, FDA, and internal quality policies. Govern compliance with the Technology SOPs Ensure systems remain in a validated and audit ready state throughout their lifecycle, including upgrades, changes, integrations, and decommissioning. Computerized System Validation (CSV) Governance & Oversight Oversee lifecycle validation activities for all D&T systems, enabling a risk based, scalable, automated validation program Lead the enterprise validation framework-including planning, risk assessments, requirements, testing, traceability, reporting, and periodic review. Govern validation team roles (System Owner, Business Analyst, Technology Representative, Validation Representative, Quality Representative, SME) Drive standardization of validation documentation, templates, and tools across all technology domains. Process Optimization, Standards & Governance Lead the definition, deployment, and continuous improvement of technology delivery processes (SDLC, change management, testing, documentation, release management). Ensure cross functional alignment between D&T, Quality, Compliance, Clinical Operations, Safety, and Regulatory. Serve as the executive owner of validation policy updates and procedural improvements. Test Strategy, Execution, Quality Engineering & Tooling Enablement Oversee and execute functional, automated, regression, integration, smoke, and user acceptance testing activities Promote continual improvement and automation capabilities that reduce validation burden while improving consistency and traceability. Establish enterprise standards for test evidence, defect management, and quality metrics Vendor, System, and Risk Management Govern the process for reviewing vendor validation packages, reliance strategies, and partner oversight Ensure all third party systems meet Parexel's quality and validation expectations. Lead risk based decision making frameworks for validation effort, documentation rigor, and mitigation plans. Cross Functional Partnership & Strategic Alignment Collaborate with D&T and business executive leadership, Data Governance to ensure cross functional integration of quality and validation standards. Ensure alignment with broader D&T organizational strategies and roadmaps Partner closely with Clinical, Safety, Regulatory, and Operational groups to ensure their systems maintain compliance during rapid change. Team Leadership & Talent Development Lead a global team across system quality assurance, validation engineering, process governance, and compliance. Establish competency frameworks aligned with skills in D&T Quality & Validation functions Promote a culture of accountability, precision, continuous improvement, and proactivity in compliance. Education Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Life Sciences, Quality Engineering, or related field required. Master's degree or equivalent experience preferred. Skills Deep expertise in GxP system validation, computerized system lifecycle management, and global regulatory requirements. Strong understanding of testing methodologies, validation frameworks, and risk based quality approaches. Exceptional leadership skills with ability to influence across technology, quality, and business groups. Highly skilled in process design, optimization, SDLC governance, and audit readiness. Strong analytical, documentation, and problem solving capabilities. Knowledge and Experience Very strong Senior Director or Executive Director level experience in technology quality assurance, software validation, regulatory compliance, or related disciplines. Proven experience leading global quality and validation programs across complex system landscapes. Deep familiarity with validation documentation standards and roles Experience with test management tools, automated testing platforms, and enterprise quality systems. Experience supporting clinical, safety, regulatory, or GxP relevant enterprise systems strongly preferred. In return we will be able to offer you a structured career pathway and encouragement to develop within the role including awareness and understanding of the industry. You will be well supported and in return for your hard work you will be rewarded with a competitive base salary, bonus, company car or car allowance, holiday as well as other leading benefits you would expect with a top company in the CRO Industry. Apply today to begin your Parexel journey!
Location: UK-wide Business Area: Digital Salary Details: Competitive basic salary plus additional benefits Reporting to the Digital Transformation Director, you will lead initial client engagement meetings as a subject matter expert to understand requirements and explore potential solutions. You will also be responsible for driving customer engagements focused on the deployment, governance, and optimisation of Microsoft 365 solutions. This role blends deep technical expertise with strategic insight to deliver high-quality outcomes, enhance user adoption, and support innovation across the full Microsoft 365 ecosystem. "a great place to work, a great place to be a customer" Key Responsibilities: Lead and oversee fileserver-to-M365 migration projects, including SharePoint, OneDrive, and Teams. Architect and deliver modern SharePoint Online intranet solutions, covering hub site strategy, information architecture, and adoption planning. Define and implement governance frameworks across Microsoft 365, including lifecycle management, retention, compliance, and secure collaboration. Lead design and discovery workshops with customers to understand requirements and agree technical solutions. Deliver end-to-end project engagements-design, implementation, testing, handover, documentation, and support-either independently or alongside a project manager. Drive adoption of Microsoft 365 features and capabilities across customer organisations. Support automation initiatives and integration across Microsoft 365 workloads. Act as an escalation point for complex or high-priority support issues, providing expert guidance and hands-on assistance to ensure timely and effective resolution. Presales and Marketing: Drive adoption of Microsoft 365 features and capabilities across customer organisations. Design and deliver webinars, seminars, and training sessions for customers and internal teams, in collaboration with the Head of Sales. Deliver webinars and seminars showcasing current and future Microsoft 365 capabilities to support new business generation. Act as an escalation point for complex or high-priority support issues, providing expert guidance and hands-on assistance to ensure timely and effective resolution. Innovation & Continuous Improvement: Keep up to date with the Microsoft 365 roadmap and market trends to understand new features, assess their impact and provide strategic guidance. Demonstrate a commitment to personal development by proactively seeking opportunities to enhance your knowledge and skills. Provide guidance and mentor colleagues, to promote knowledge sharing and enhance delivery quality. Security, Governance & Compliance Provide leadership across M365 security and compliance capabilities such as: Conditional Access Information Protection & Sensitivity Labelling Retention and Records Management Secure external sharing governance Ensure all delivered solutions meet regulatory, organisational, and customer-specific compliance requirements. Key Skills & Experience: Proven experience in a senior M365 or Modern Workplace consultancy or architecture role. Strong leadership background with demonstrable experience guiding and developing technical teams. Expertise in SharePoint Online, Teams, OneDrive, Exchange Online, and the wider Microsoft 365 stack. Deep understanding of governance, security, and compliance features within M365. Strong presentation and communication skills, with confidence presenting to both technical and non-technical audiences. Hands-on experience leading fileserver-to-M365 migrations and designing SharePoint intranet solutions. Ability to translate business requirements into scalable, secure, and user-centric solutions. High standard of written documentation and solution design. More about you: Excellent communication skills, including being able to communicate technical ideas to non-technical audiences. Proven ability to engage with senior business stakeholders. Track record of being able to produce clear and concise design documentation and reports. Confidence in creating and delivering presentations to both remote and in-person audiences. Preferred Qualifications: One or more of the following Microsoft certifications is considered advantageous: MS-102 (Microsoft 365 Administrator) MS-700 (Managing Microsoft Teams) SC-401 (Administering Information Security in Microsoft 365) What's in it for you? Competitive basic salary plus additional benefits and growth opportunities. Your Benefits at Chess: We care about your health, wellbeing, and career. Here's what you'll enjoy: Private healthcare (free after 1 year) Eye tests, flu jabs, and on-site health checks Mental health support from trained First Aiders A Wellbeing Day after 1 year Half-Day Fridays-start your weekend early! Hybrid working support with a home office allowance 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Buy or sell up to 5 holidays twice a year Perkbox discounts on shopping, travel, fitness, and more Points-based rewards from year 2 Charity donation matching (up to £100) Recognition platform to celebrate your wins EE SIM offers for you and your family £1000 referral bonus Learn 2 Earn scheme to boost your salary Team socials and celebrations Bespoke onboarding and leadership training Dedicated Culture Team to support you Working Hours & Location: A standard week is 37 hours, Monday to Friday. Flexible, hybrid position with a home-first working policy. Allowing you to enjoy the flexibility of working from home whilst also having the option to work from one of our many local hubs spread throughout the UK. Ad-hoc travel to offices within the group and other locations may be required on occasion. Why Join Chess? Chess is one of the UK's leading independent and trusted technology service providers, employing over 280 skilled people across the UK, supporting over 18,000 UK businesses. Diversity, equality, and inclusion is at the heart of our Chess culture, and we are passionate about our One Team spirit. We're extremely proud that our people voted us No.1 in the 2018 The 100 Best Companies to Work for list, and we continue to celebrate more than 17 years in the top 100. Our continued focus on growth creates opportunity for everyone to progress their career, to develop knowledge and skills, to gain reward and recognition and to maximise their potential. The growth and success of our people ensures the growth and success of our business. Equal Opportunities Statement At Chess ICT, we value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workforce. We want to make sure everyone has a fair chance and opportunity throughout the application process. If you require any adjustments during your application or interview, please feel comfortable reaching out to our recruitment team so we can support you. We believe that if you're not growing, we're not growing. Application Form Name Email Address Pronouns Country of residence CV upload Salary Expectations Open to Travel How did you hear about this job? If you found this job through a referral, please state who referred you Your LinkedIn Profile Notice Period Consent for storing submitted data Yes, I give permission to store and process my data in line with Chess' privacy policy (visit our privacy page for more information)
Feb 08, 2026
Full time
Location: UK-wide Business Area: Digital Salary Details: Competitive basic salary plus additional benefits Reporting to the Digital Transformation Director, you will lead initial client engagement meetings as a subject matter expert to understand requirements and explore potential solutions. You will also be responsible for driving customer engagements focused on the deployment, governance, and optimisation of Microsoft 365 solutions. This role blends deep technical expertise with strategic insight to deliver high-quality outcomes, enhance user adoption, and support innovation across the full Microsoft 365 ecosystem. "a great place to work, a great place to be a customer" Key Responsibilities: Lead and oversee fileserver-to-M365 migration projects, including SharePoint, OneDrive, and Teams. Architect and deliver modern SharePoint Online intranet solutions, covering hub site strategy, information architecture, and adoption planning. Define and implement governance frameworks across Microsoft 365, including lifecycle management, retention, compliance, and secure collaboration. Lead design and discovery workshops with customers to understand requirements and agree technical solutions. Deliver end-to-end project engagements-design, implementation, testing, handover, documentation, and support-either independently or alongside a project manager. Drive adoption of Microsoft 365 features and capabilities across customer organisations. Support automation initiatives and integration across Microsoft 365 workloads. Act as an escalation point for complex or high-priority support issues, providing expert guidance and hands-on assistance to ensure timely and effective resolution. Presales and Marketing: Drive adoption of Microsoft 365 features and capabilities across customer organisations. Design and deliver webinars, seminars, and training sessions for customers and internal teams, in collaboration with the Head of Sales. Deliver webinars and seminars showcasing current and future Microsoft 365 capabilities to support new business generation. Act as an escalation point for complex or high-priority support issues, providing expert guidance and hands-on assistance to ensure timely and effective resolution. Innovation & Continuous Improvement: Keep up to date with the Microsoft 365 roadmap and market trends to understand new features, assess their impact and provide strategic guidance. Demonstrate a commitment to personal development by proactively seeking opportunities to enhance your knowledge and skills. Provide guidance and mentor colleagues, to promote knowledge sharing and enhance delivery quality. Security, Governance & Compliance Provide leadership across M365 security and compliance capabilities such as: Conditional Access Information Protection & Sensitivity Labelling Retention and Records Management Secure external sharing governance Ensure all delivered solutions meet regulatory, organisational, and customer-specific compliance requirements. Key Skills & Experience: Proven experience in a senior M365 or Modern Workplace consultancy or architecture role. Strong leadership background with demonstrable experience guiding and developing technical teams. Expertise in SharePoint Online, Teams, OneDrive, Exchange Online, and the wider Microsoft 365 stack. Deep understanding of governance, security, and compliance features within M365. Strong presentation and communication skills, with confidence presenting to both technical and non-technical audiences. Hands-on experience leading fileserver-to-M365 migrations and designing SharePoint intranet solutions. Ability to translate business requirements into scalable, secure, and user-centric solutions. High standard of written documentation and solution design. More about you: Excellent communication skills, including being able to communicate technical ideas to non-technical audiences. Proven ability to engage with senior business stakeholders. Track record of being able to produce clear and concise design documentation and reports. Confidence in creating and delivering presentations to both remote and in-person audiences. Preferred Qualifications: One or more of the following Microsoft certifications is considered advantageous: MS-102 (Microsoft 365 Administrator) MS-700 (Managing Microsoft Teams) SC-401 (Administering Information Security in Microsoft 365) What's in it for you? Competitive basic salary plus additional benefits and growth opportunities. Your Benefits at Chess: We care about your health, wellbeing, and career. Here's what you'll enjoy: Private healthcare (free after 1 year) Eye tests, flu jabs, and on-site health checks Mental health support from trained First Aiders A Wellbeing Day after 1 year Half-Day Fridays-start your weekend early! Hybrid working support with a home office allowance 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Buy or sell up to 5 holidays twice a year Perkbox discounts on shopping, travel, fitness, and more Points-based rewards from year 2 Charity donation matching (up to £100) Recognition platform to celebrate your wins EE SIM offers for you and your family £1000 referral bonus Learn 2 Earn scheme to boost your salary Team socials and celebrations Bespoke onboarding and leadership training Dedicated Culture Team to support you Working Hours & Location: A standard week is 37 hours, Monday to Friday. Flexible, hybrid position with a home-first working policy. Allowing you to enjoy the flexibility of working from home whilst also having the option to work from one of our many local hubs spread throughout the UK. Ad-hoc travel to offices within the group and other locations may be required on occasion. Why Join Chess? Chess is one of the UK's leading independent and trusted technology service providers, employing over 280 skilled people across the UK, supporting over 18,000 UK businesses. Diversity, equality, and inclusion is at the heart of our Chess culture, and we are passionate about our One Team spirit. We're extremely proud that our people voted us No.1 in the 2018 The 100 Best Companies to Work for list, and we continue to celebrate more than 17 years in the top 100. Our continued focus on growth creates opportunity for everyone to progress their career, to develop knowledge and skills, to gain reward and recognition and to maximise their potential. The growth and success of our people ensures the growth and success of our business. Equal Opportunities Statement At Chess ICT, we value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workforce. We want to make sure everyone has a fair chance and opportunity throughout the application process. If you require any adjustments during your application or interview, please feel comfortable reaching out to our recruitment team so we can support you. We believe that if you're not growing, we're not growing. Application Form Name Email Address Pronouns Country of residence CV upload Salary Expectations Open to Travel How did you hear about this job? If you found this job through a referral, please state who referred you Your LinkedIn Profile Notice Period Consent for storing submitted data Yes, I give permission to store and process my data in line with Chess' privacy policy (visit our privacy page for more information)
Overview Ready to build a career you're proud of? We innovate to enable financial services firms to transform data into insights that safeguard and enhance their business. Note: This page includes privacy controls and informational content about external services used on the site. Privacy and External Services Click to enable/disable Google Analytics tracking. Google Webfonts: Click to enable/disable Google Webfonts. Google Map Settings: Click to enable/disable Google Maps. Click to enable/disable Google reCaptcha. Vimeo and YouTube video embeds: Privacy Policy. Security and Compliance Highlights SOC 2 Type 2-certified: Trust that your data meets the highest compliance standards. Detailed user logs: Monitor every interaction with full transparency. No training on user data: We never repurpose your data-your privacy is our priority. Zero third-party LLM dependencies: Maintain total ownership of your data and AI pipeline. Curated Public Feeds Always up-to-date: We track and ingest relevant laws, regulations, and exchange rules from trusted public sources. In-platform regulatory comparisons: Compare and reference external compliance feeds directly in Pathfinder. Deep Workplace Integrations Seamless document integrations: Connect to SharePoint, Google Drive, Box, OneDrive-wherever your data lives. Enterprise authentication: Supports SSO, SAML, and Active Directory for secure, frictionless access. Enterprise Workflows and Reporting Human-in-the-loop oversight: Optionality to route business critical queries for human review. Auditability and reporting: Generate granular reports of all interactions. Multilingual support: Responds in 12+ languages-ideal for global compliance teams. Citations for every response: Full traceability back to original sources-no guesswork, no hallucinations. Proprietary LLM Value from day 1: No training required. Stop experimenting, start producing results. Home grown and affordable: Our LLM outperforms generic AI yet remains cost-effective. Proven compliance pedigree: 10+ years of curated financial expertise - compliance is in our DNA. No third-party data sharing: No dependency on third-party LLMs. Leadership and Advisors TOM SCHODORF Tom has more than 30 years experience as an operator for software and SaaS companies. He serves on a number of public and private company boards and provides consultation services in the tech industry. Most recently he was the CRO of Splunk, inc., where he grew bookings more than 20-fold in five years while helping the company IPO and generate more than $10 billion in market value. Prior to Splunk, he had long tenures at BMC Software and IBM, where he held a number of positions in sales and ran business units. Schodorf's vast experience in running complex, go-to-customer operations in the United States, Asia, and Europe led him to co-author, "The Success Cadence," which underscores the special responsibility and importance that a high-performing sales function has in achieving hyper growth. Tom has a BSBA in Finance from The Ohio State University and an MBA from the University of Dayton. MICHAEL PIWOWAR Michael is the executive director of the Milken Institute Center for Financial Markets. He is also a distinguished policy fellow at the Center for Financial Markets Policy at Georgetown University's Center for Financial Markets and Policy. Dr. Piwowar was previously appointed by President Barack Obama to serve as a commissioner in the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and was designated acting chairman of the Commission by President Donald Trump. He was previously chief economist for the U.S. Senate Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs. During the financial crisis and its immediate aftermath, Dr. Piwowar served at the White House as a senior economist at the President's Council of Economic Advisers in both the George W. Bush and Barack Obama Administrations. Before joining the White House, Dr. Piwowar worked as a Principal at the Securities Litigation and Consulting Group as a visiting academic scholar and senior financial economist at the SEC, and as an assistant professor of finance at Iowa State University. He received a B.A. in Foreign Service and International Politics from the Pennsylvania State University, an MBA from Georgetown University, and a Ph.D. in Finance from the Pennsylvania State University. JEFF DIANA Jeff is a seasoned executive with more than 15 years of experience in HR. Prior to joining Atlassian in 2012, Jeff was CPO at SuccessFactors, an SAP company, where he built the company's HR function from scratch, led a series of key initiatives to produce more than $25 million in savings, and doubled the company's salesforce with a record-breaking 600 new hires in one year. Previously, Jeff was chief HR officer at Safeco, a personal insurance company, where he made one of the largest overhauls to the company's rewards program to support a new high growth initiative. Jeff has held HR leadership roles at Microsoft, General Electric, and Bell South. Jeff holds an M.A. in Sociology from the University of South Carolina and an M.A. in Human Resources Management from the Darla Moore School of Business at the University of South Carolina. YOSUKE SASAKI Yosuke Sasaki is a partner, chief of staff and head of CEO Office at SoftBank Investment Advisers(SBIA). After starting his career at the Bank of Tokyo Mitsubishi (now MUFG Bank), he joined Softbank Corp (now SoftBank Group Corp), where he led multiple financing activities, M&A transactions, and the management of several portfolio companies. As part of the SoftBank Vision Fund's founding team, Yosuke helped launch and build the world's largest technology fund. He is based at SBIA headquarters in London and serves as co-representative of SBIA's Tokyo office. Yosuke also acts as an advisor and investment committee member of Deepcore, which is AI-focused early stage VC fund, and an advisor to Shibuya, which is one of special wards in Tokyo. MBA from the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania. ALEKSEI SHISHKIN Head of Site Reliability Engineering Aleksei Shishkin serves as the Head of Site Reliability Engineering at Behavox. With 15 years of hands-on experience in DevOps and Site Reliability Engineering, Aleksei offers a blend of leadership acumen, technical mastery, and an intricate understanding of systems design and architecture of distributed systems. Under his leadership, teams, including Product SRE, Cloud Automation, Security Operations, and Customer Support, ensure the smooth operation of Behavox systems for both SaaS and on-premises installations. Aleksei's journey with Behavox started in 2017 when he took on the role of a Senior DevOps Engineer. Leveraging his extensive expertise and unwavering commitment to the excellence and reliability of production systems, he rapidly progressed to a Technical Management position, assuming full ownership of production systems. Before joining Behavox, Aleksei held senior roles in DevOps, Site Reliability Engineering, and Software Engineering across multiple software firms. Most notably, at Mirantis Inc. MANISH KUMAR Manish Kumar is an accomplished professional and product visionary with over a decade of expertise in Product Management, Big Data Analytics, and Product Marketing. His extensive background includes crafting AI/ML driven products across industries like Financial Services, IT & Telecom, with notable roles at global companies such as Ericsson and Tech Mahindra (Mahindra Comviva) prior to joining Behavox. At Behavox, Manish is the driving force behind our flagship Compliance/Quantum product, leading the Product Management vertical. He shapes our product landscape by strategizing product roadmaps, fostering innovation, and implementing revenue-generating approaches that ensure efficient development. A strategic and customer-centric leader, Manish excels at solving intricate business challenges, evidenced by his track record of boosting revenue and elevating customer experiences. His international experience spans North America, LATAM, UK, Europe, Africa, and Asia, enriching his ability to grasp diverse market dynamics and cater to varied customer needs. Manish holds an MBA from the Indian Institute of Management, Indore (IIM Indore), a Masters in International Business from EM Normandie Business School, France, and a B.Tech in Computer Engineering from Delhi College of Engineering (DCE), India. He brings a unique blend of global insights and innovation to our team. TIGRAN PETROSYAN Head of Security Tigran is a CISSP & CEH-certified information security professional with 20 years of experience in security architecture, security operations, governance, and systems engineering. He leverages his wealth of industry knowledge to ensure Behavox's security controls support customer requirements. Throughout his career, Tigran has played pivotal roles for companies operating in highly regulated environments, such as a PCI DSS-compliant payment card processing organization and World Bank's innovative government infrastructure projects. Prior to joining Behavox, Tigran worked at Gameloft, a large mobile gaming company, where he led the information security team in managing cybersecurity for the company. . click apply for full job details
Feb 08, 2026
Full time
Overview Ready to build a career you're proud of? We innovate to enable financial services firms to transform data into insights that safeguard and enhance their business. Note: This page includes privacy controls and informational content about external services used on the site. Privacy and External Services Click to enable/disable Google Analytics tracking. Google Webfonts: Click to enable/disable Google Webfonts. Google Map Settings: Click to enable/disable Google Maps. Click to enable/disable Google reCaptcha. Vimeo and YouTube video embeds: Privacy Policy. Security and Compliance Highlights SOC 2 Type 2-certified: Trust that your data meets the highest compliance standards. Detailed user logs: Monitor every interaction with full transparency. No training on user data: We never repurpose your data-your privacy is our priority. Zero third-party LLM dependencies: Maintain total ownership of your data and AI pipeline. Curated Public Feeds Always up-to-date: We track and ingest relevant laws, regulations, and exchange rules from trusted public sources. In-platform regulatory comparisons: Compare and reference external compliance feeds directly in Pathfinder. Deep Workplace Integrations Seamless document integrations: Connect to SharePoint, Google Drive, Box, OneDrive-wherever your data lives. Enterprise authentication: Supports SSO, SAML, and Active Directory for secure, frictionless access. Enterprise Workflows and Reporting Human-in-the-loop oversight: Optionality to route business critical queries for human review. Auditability and reporting: Generate granular reports of all interactions. Multilingual support: Responds in 12+ languages-ideal for global compliance teams. Citations for every response: Full traceability back to original sources-no guesswork, no hallucinations. Proprietary LLM Value from day 1: No training required. Stop experimenting, start producing results. Home grown and affordable: Our LLM outperforms generic AI yet remains cost-effective. Proven compliance pedigree: 10+ years of curated financial expertise - compliance is in our DNA. No third-party data sharing: No dependency on third-party LLMs. Leadership and Advisors TOM SCHODORF Tom has more than 30 years experience as an operator for software and SaaS companies. He serves on a number of public and private company boards and provides consultation services in the tech industry. Most recently he was the CRO of Splunk, inc., where he grew bookings more than 20-fold in five years while helping the company IPO and generate more than $10 billion in market value. Prior to Splunk, he had long tenures at BMC Software and IBM, where he held a number of positions in sales and ran business units. Schodorf's vast experience in running complex, go-to-customer operations in the United States, Asia, and Europe led him to co-author, "The Success Cadence," which underscores the special responsibility and importance that a high-performing sales function has in achieving hyper growth. Tom has a BSBA in Finance from The Ohio State University and an MBA from the University of Dayton. MICHAEL PIWOWAR Michael is the executive director of the Milken Institute Center for Financial Markets. He is also a distinguished policy fellow at the Center for Financial Markets Policy at Georgetown University's Center for Financial Markets and Policy. Dr. Piwowar was previously appointed by President Barack Obama to serve as a commissioner in the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and was designated acting chairman of the Commission by President Donald Trump. He was previously chief economist for the U.S. Senate Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs. During the financial crisis and its immediate aftermath, Dr. Piwowar served at the White House as a senior economist at the President's Council of Economic Advisers in both the George W. Bush and Barack Obama Administrations. Before joining the White House, Dr. Piwowar worked as a Principal at the Securities Litigation and Consulting Group as a visiting academic scholar and senior financial economist at the SEC, and as an assistant professor of finance at Iowa State University. He received a B.A. in Foreign Service and International Politics from the Pennsylvania State University, an MBA from Georgetown University, and a Ph.D. in Finance from the Pennsylvania State University. JEFF DIANA Jeff is a seasoned executive with more than 15 years of experience in HR. Prior to joining Atlassian in 2012, Jeff was CPO at SuccessFactors, an SAP company, where he built the company's HR function from scratch, led a series of key initiatives to produce more than $25 million in savings, and doubled the company's salesforce with a record-breaking 600 new hires in one year. Previously, Jeff was chief HR officer at Safeco, a personal insurance company, where he made one of the largest overhauls to the company's rewards program to support a new high growth initiative. Jeff has held HR leadership roles at Microsoft, General Electric, and Bell South. Jeff holds an M.A. in Sociology from the University of South Carolina and an M.A. in Human Resources Management from the Darla Moore School of Business at the University of South Carolina. YOSUKE SASAKI Yosuke Sasaki is a partner, chief of staff and head of CEO Office at SoftBank Investment Advisers(SBIA). After starting his career at the Bank of Tokyo Mitsubishi (now MUFG Bank), he joined Softbank Corp (now SoftBank Group Corp), where he led multiple financing activities, M&A transactions, and the management of several portfolio companies. As part of the SoftBank Vision Fund's founding team, Yosuke helped launch and build the world's largest technology fund. He is based at SBIA headquarters in London and serves as co-representative of SBIA's Tokyo office. Yosuke also acts as an advisor and investment committee member of Deepcore, which is AI-focused early stage VC fund, and an advisor to Shibuya, which is one of special wards in Tokyo. MBA from the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania. ALEKSEI SHISHKIN Head of Site Reliability Engineering Aleksei Shishkin serves as the Head of Site Reliability Engineering at Behavox. With 15 years of hands-on experience in DevOps and Site Reliability Engineering, Aleksei offers a blend of leadership acumen, technical mastery, and an intricate understanding of systems design and architecture of distributed systems. Under his leadership, teams, including Product SRE, Cloud Automation, Security Operations, and Customer Support, ensure the smooth operation of Behavox systems for both SaaS and on-premises installations. Aleksei's journey with Behavox started in 2017 when he took on the role of a Senior DevOps Engineer. Leveraging his extensive expertise and unwavering commitment to the excellence and reliability of production systems, he rapidly progressed to a Technical Management position, assuming full ownership of production systems. Before joining Behavox, Aleksei held senior roles in DevOps, Site Reliability Engineering, and Software Engineering across multiple software firms. Most notably, at Mirantis Inc. MANISH KUMAR Manish Kumar is an accomplished professional and product visionary with over a decade of expertise in Product Management, Big Data Analytics, and Product Marketing. His extensive background includes crafting AI/ML driven products across industries like Financial Services, IT & Telecom, with notable roles at global companies such as Ericsson and Tech Mahindra (Mahindra Comviva) prior to joining Behavox. At Behavox, Manish is the driving force behind our flagship Compliance/Quantum product, leading the Product Management vertical. He shapes our product landscape by strategizing product roadmaps, fostering innovation, and implementing revenue-generating approaches that ensure efficient development. A strategic and customer-centric leader, Manish excels at solving intricate business challenges, evidenced by his track record of boosting revenue and elevating customer experiences. His international experience spans North America, LATAM, UK, Europe, Africa, and Asia, enriching his ability to grasp diverse market dynamics and cater to varied customer needs. Manish holds an MBA from the Indian Institute of Management, Indore (IIM Indore), a Masters in International Business from EM Normandie Business School, France, and a B.Tech in Computer Engineering from Delhi College of Engineering (DCE), India. He brings a unique blend of global insights and innovation to our team. TIGRAN PETROSYAN Head of Security Tigran is a CISSP & CEH-certified information security professional with 20 years of experience in security architecture, security operations, governance, and systems engineering. He leverages his wealth of industry knowledge to ensure Behavox's security controls support customer requirements. Throughout his career, Tigran has played pivotal roles for companies operating in highly regulated environments, such as a PCI DSS-compliant payment card processing organization and World Bank's innovative government infrastructure projects. Prior to joining Behavox, Tigran worked at Gameloft, a large mobile gaming company, where he led the information security team in managing cybersecurity for the company. . click apply for full job details
Job Title: Technical Manager Location: Cambridge or Liverpool Salary: Competitive Job Type: Full time, Permanent About the Company: S&B Herba Foods Ltd source and import rice and grains (and other raw materials) from across the globe to produce a wide range of products. We are an Investors in People accredited Company. We are building on our Team of great people by employing individuals aligned to our Company Values of; Hungry (driven and ambitious); Can Do attitude (Resilient, solution focused); Proactive (forward thinking, strategic) and We Before I (caring for their colleagues/team; collaborative) The role with be to cover S&B Herba 2 Manufacturing sites and the trading activity. The Technical Manager is responsible for coordinating all elements relating to Quality, Safety, Legality and Integrity for the business. You will report directly into the Managing Director and support the Senior Management Team on all Technical matters. Responsibilities: To promote and embrace company culture and values, rules and processes across the team at all times. To develop and lead the company food safety, quality and compliance standards. To support the Senior Management Team on main technical pillars covering COMPLIANCE, QUALITY and ETHICAL & SUSTAINABILITY. To establish the strategy for all areas covered by the Technical Department including Sustainability and to offer support to the technical team to achieve KPIs and improve systems. To lead the technical department. To establish food safety and technical policies and procedures, ensuring fit for purpose, scalable, and aligned with regulatory and industry best practice. To promote and improve a Quality Management System with continuous improvement at heart of the company culture and help establishing a proactive approach versus a reactive one by aiming to establish Total Quality Management with emphasis on reducing no-quality costs. Promote a positive Food Safety and Quality Culture and ensure the activities of direct reports in relation to food safety, authenticity, quality and legality are carried out according to procedures in place. Supporting both internal and external stakeholders within the business on all technical aspects within S&B Herba. Liaising with wider team to drive change and improve ways of working. Support and collaborate with Operation teams so that standards are met and there is proper understanding of Food Safety Culture on site. To communicate and liaise with wider European sister companies within Ebro and participate in any working team at group level. Promote the awareness of customers' requirements throughout the organisation. Main point of contact for customers' technical support and advice and complaint resolution. Good understanding on retailers' COP. To prepare and meet annual budget and achieve KPIs set as part of S&B Herba Foods strategy. Implementing and maintaining S&B Herba specifications and making sure specifications of non-food products are met upon delivery as per requirement, in collaboration with the wider technical team. Essential Requirements: Work Experience: At least 5-years experience on senior Food Safety Quality Managerial position for food manufacturing, ideally as Technical Manager. Proved experience Knowledge of Food Safety Regulation UK, EU. Experience on risk assessments. Auditing experience on suppliers. Good commercial awareness. CSR reports including carbon footprint reporting. Education: Relevant degree in food science. HACCP level 4 minimum Strong background and expertise in HACCP, QMS, GFSI, allergens, food compliance, supplier management, sustainability, TACCP, VACCP Practical knowledge of industry audit standards (e.g. BRC, AIB etc.) Knowledge of Food Safety Regulation UK, EU including food labelling Technical Skills: Meticulous attention to detail Organisation/prioritisation skills Report generation and data interpretation Proficient literacy and verbal communication skills. Strong management of people and the team's development skills. PC literate Full driving license Professional Attitude: Meeting company values on a daily basis Successful team player Professional and Personal Development Working on own initiative Methodical and organised Flexibility: To attend technical visits to customers or suppliers To meet audit schedules and agendas To attend possible issues at production sites Benefits: Car Allowance 25 days holiday Pension Private medical Life assurance Income protection Please click the APPLY button and to submit your CV and Cover Letter. Candidates with experience of: QHSE Manager, Food Safety Inspector, Food Safety Auditor, SHEQ Coordinator, Health and Safety Auditor, Food Safety Supervisor, Quality Auditor, Technical Manager, Manufacturing Technical Manager may also be considered for this role.
Feb 08, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Technical Manager Location: Cambridge or Liverpool Salary: Competitive Job Type: Full time, Permanent About the Company: S&B Herba Foods Ltd source and import rice and grains (and other raw materials) from across the globe to produce a wide range of products. We are an Investors in People accredited Company. We are building on our Team of great people by employing individuals aligned to our Company Values of; Hungry (driven and ambitious); Can Do attitude (Resilient, solution focused); Proactive (forward thinking, strategic) and We Before I (caring for their colleagues/team; collaborative) The role with be to cover S&B Herba 2 Manufacturing sites and the trading activity. The Technical Manager is responsible for coordinating all elements relating to Quality, Safety, Legality and Integrity for the business. You will report directly into the Managing Director and support the Senior Management Team on all Technical matters. Responsibilities: To promote and embrace company culture and values, rules and processes across the team at all times. To develop and lead the company food safety, quality and compliance standards. To support the Senior Management Team on main technical pillars covering COMPLIANCE, QUALITY and ETHICAL & SUSTAINABILITY. To establish the strategy for all areas covered by the Technical Department including Sustainability and to offer support to the technical team to achieve KPIs and improve systems. To lead the technical department. To establish food safety and technical policies and procedures, ensuring fit for purpose, scalable, and aligned with regulatory and industry best practice. To promote and improve a Quality Management System with continuous improvement at heart of the company culture and help establishing a proactive approach versus a reactive one by aiming to establish Total Quality Management with emphasis on reducing no-quality costs. Promote a positive Food Safety and Quality Culture and ensure the activities of direct reports in relation to food safety, authenticity, quality and legality are carried out according to procedures in place. Supporting both internal and external stakeholders within the business on all technical aspects within S&B Herba. Liaising with wider team to drive change and improve ways of working. Support and collaborate with Operation teams so that standards are met and there is proper understanding of Food Safety Culture on site. To communicate and liaise with wider European sister companies within Ebro and participate in any working team at group level. Promote the awareness of customers' requirements throughout the organisation. Main point of contact for customers' technical support and advice and complaint resolution. Good understanding on retailers' COP. To prepare and meet annual budget and achieve KPIs set as part of S&B Herba Foods strategy. Implementing and maintaining S&B Herba specifications and making sure specifications of non-food products are met upon delivery as per requirement, in collaboration with the wider technical team. Essential Requirements: Work Experience: At least 5-years experience on senior Food Safety Quality Managerial position for food manufacturing, ideally as Technical Manager. Proved experience Knowledge of Food Safety Regulation UK, EU. Experience on risk assessments. Auditing experience on suppliers. Good commercial awareness. CSR reports including carbon footprint reporting. Education: Relevant degree in food science. HACCP level 4 minimum Strong background and expertise in HACCP, QMS, GFSI, allergens, food compliance, supplier management, sustainability, TACCP, VACCP Practical knowledge of industry audit standards (e.g. BRC, AIB etc.) Knowledge of Food Safety Regulation UK, EU including food labelling Technical Skills: Meticulous attention to detail Organisation/prioritisation skills Report generation and data interpretation Proficient literacy and verbal communication skills. Strong management of people and the team's development skills. PC literate Full driving license Professional Attitude: Meeting company values on a daily basis Successful team player Professional and Personal Development Working on own initiative Methodical and organised Flexibility: To attend technical visits to customers or suppliers To meet audit schedules and agendas To attend possible issues at production sites Benefits: Car Allowance 25 days holiday Pension Private medical Life assurance Income protection Please click the APPLY button and to submit your CV and Cover Letter. Candidates with experience of: QHSE Manager, Food Safety Inspector, Food Safety Auditor, SHEQ Coordinator, Health and Safety Auditor, Food Safety Supervisor, Quality Auditor, Technical Manager, Manufacturing Technical Manager may also be considered for this role.
Overview Panoramic Associates are supporting a leading organisation with the recruitment of an Interim Senior Director (Products) for an initial 6 months, on a predominantly remote basis. There is a daily rate of up to £1000 p/d available, Inside IR35. You would be a strategic product leader, providing clear vision, establishing governance frameworks, and bridging market intelligence with portfolio decision-making. Responsibilities Work closely with Product Directors, Engineering, and Go-To-Market Executive Directors Make sure product strategy delivers measurable impact and supports the organisation's continued growth as a global GovTech organisation. Lead the company-wide strategic roadmap process. Partner with Product Directors to convert strategy into prioritised, outcome-based roadmaps. Ensure ongoing roadmap alignment to commercial priorities, customer outcomes, and market developments. Lead development of business cases for major initiatives, including market sizing and ROI modelling. Translate customer needs, market trends, and competitive dynamics into clear strategic guidance. Qualifications Extensive knowledge and exposure to both UK and international Local Government markets. Strong evidence of executive stakeholder management and strategic communication. Deep expertise in product strategy, portfolio management, and market analysis. Strong financial literacy, including P&L management and ROI modelling. Synthesising customer, market, and business data into strategic direction. Strong grounding in modern product practices and agile principles. Please contact Rebecca Martin for more details.
Feb 08, 2026
Full time
Overview Panoramic Associates are supporting a leading organisation with the recruitment of an Interim Senior Director (Products) for an initial 6 months, on a predominantly remote basis. There is a daily rate of up to £1000 p/d available, Inside IR35. You would be a strategic product leader, providing clear vision, establishing governance frameworks, and bridging market intelligence with portfolio decision-making. Responsibilities Work closely with Product Directors, Engineering, and Go-To-Market Executive Directors Make sure product strategy delivers measurable impact and supports the organisation's continued growth as a global GovTech organisation. Lead the company-wide strategic roadmap process. Partner with Product Directors to convert strategy into prioritised, outcome-based roadmaps. Ensure ongoing roadmap alignment to commercial priorities, customer outcomes, and market developments. Lead development of business cases for major initiatives, including market sizing and ROI modelling. Translate customer needs, market trends, and competitive dynamics into clear strategic guidance. Qualifications Extensive knowledge and exposure to both UK and international Local Government markets. Strong evidence of executive stakeholder management and strategic communication. Deep expertise in product strategy, portfolio management, and market analysis. Strong financial literacy, including P&L management and ROI modelling. Synthesising customer, market, and business data into strategic direction. Strong grounding in modern product practices and agile principles. Please contact Rebecca Martin for more details.
# Head of Engineering - RetailDate Posted: 30/01/2026Location: LondonJob Type: Full time Head of Engineering - Retail Location: London- hybrid Contract: Permanent Hours: Full time- 35 hours Purpose Just Group's Retail division, which develops and delivers retirement finance products sold via financial advisers and intermediaries, is modernising its platforms and customer journeys. To support this, we need resilient, scalable, and innovative engineering capabilities, with AI first, agentic, and context driven practices at the centre of how we build and deliver.The Head of Engineering for Retail will lead the Retail engineering organisation, set technical direction, and ensure high quality delivery. They will drive the adoption of modern engineering approaches to keep our technology secure, reliable, and future ready. Reporting to the Retail IT Director, they will manage Engineering Managers and foster a high performing culture focused on secure, efficient, and AI enabled delivery. About Just We help people achieve a better later life. That's our purpose and it's the reason we exist. We are a fast-growing company helping customers enjoy the retirement they deserve. We do this through a variety of market leading, award-winning products and services, delivered by a diverse team of over 1,400 purpose-led colleagues who genuinely put the customer at the heart of everything we do.This is a brilliant time to join our business. We are on an exciting growth journey to become the UK's most loved retirement expert. Key Accountabilities Define and deliver the Retail engineering roadmap, aligned with Group technology strategy and modern engineering practices. Champion AI first, agentic, and context driven approaches to improve resilience, scalability, and innovation. Provide technical leadership on architecture, solution design, and management of technical debt. Ensure high quality, secure, and scalable delivery of Retail platforms and applications. Oversee delivery planning, execution, risks, and incident management (P1/P2), ensuring rapid and effective resolution. Build engineering capability by leading and developing Engineering Managers and the wider engineering leadership team. Promote strong engineering standards across automation, DevOps pipelines, observability, and cloud native development. Act as a trusted partner to stakeholders, providing clear communication on delivery health, risks, and technical priorities. Examples of Key Activities Chair Retail engineering governance forums, ensuring adherence to standards and alignment with Group principles. Maintain and regularly review the technical debt and end-of-life register, feeding prioritised items into roadmaps. Review and challenge major technical design proposals to ensure scalability, security, and maintainability. Act as incident escalation point for P1 and P2 events, coordinating resolution and leading post-incident reviews. Partner with Engineering Managers to provide delivery updates, dependency tracking, and risk management. Mentor and coach Engineering Managers, building a high-quality leadership capability. Represent Retail Engineering in cross-business forums, ensuring Retail's needs are clearly articulated and understood. What We're Looking For Strong engineering leadership experience, managing multi team delivery at scale (50+ FTE including partners), within Financial Services Solid understanding of modern engineering practices, including software development, architecture, cloud, CI/CD, DevSecOps, observability, and security first design. Knowledge of AI first, agentic, and context driven engineering approaches. Experience delivering large scale technology change and modernising legacy platforms, ideally within the Microsoft ecosystem. Proven ability to build engineering capability, drive adoption of standards, and shape a high performing engineering culture. Skilled in managing hybrid delivery models involving vendors, partners, and in house teams. Comfortable operating in regulated environments with strong focus on security, performance, and resilience. Effective at influencing senior stakeholders and translating technical considerations into business focused outcomes. Experience managing major incidents (P1/P2) and leading robust resolution and review processes. Our behaviours At Just you'll have the opportunity to develop your career, whilst making a difference to the lives of those around you. You'll be part of a company with a strong and distinctive - we're ambitious, curious and collaborative - and every decision we make centres around being Just and delivering the best outcomes for our customers. What's in it for you A competitive salary, pension scheme and life assurance 25 days annual leave plus an additional day on us for your birthday Private medical cover and income protection, just in case A generous and highly achievable bonus scheme Opportunities to progress your career in-role and within the company Free access to the Headspace app, 24/7 employee assistance helpline and trained physical and mental health first aiders A variety of employee funded benefits available via our online benefits portal Plus, several additional purchase options available for you and your loved onesExplore our on our dedicated benefits page. Belonging at Just Valuing diversity of thought and fostering a sense of belonging is critical to our business success, driving innovation and balanced decision making. Our work on aims to deliver a brilliant employee experience underpinned by a sense of belonging, where our people feel proud to work at Just.We remain committed to our publicly disclosed HM Treasury Women in Finance Charter and Race at Work Charter targets and support a wide range of employee network and events, championing issues including intergenerational working, social mobility and neurodiversity. Application details Please submit your CV using the 'apply now' button. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted regarding next steps which may include an initial phone interview and in-person assessment. Be Bold. Be Brilliant. Be Just.
Feb 08, 2026
Full time
# Head of Engineering - RetailDate Posted: 30/01/2026Location: LondonJob Type: Full time Head of Engineering - Retail Location: London- hybrid Contract: Permanent Hours: Full time- 35 hours Purpose Just Group's Retail division, which develops and delivers retirement finance products sold via financial advisers and intermediaries, is modernising its platforms and customer journeys. To support this, we need resilient, scalable, and innovative engineering capabilities, with AI first, agentic, and context driven practices at the centre of how we build and deliver.The Head of Engineering for Retail will lead the Retail engineering organisation, set technical direction, and ensure high quality delivery. They will drive the adoption of modern engineering approaches to keep our technology secure, reliable, and future ready. Reporting to the Retail IT Director, they will manage Engineering Managers and foster a high performing culture focused on secure, efficient, and AI enabled delivery. About Just We help people achieve a better later life. That's our purpose and it's the reason we exist. We are a fast-growing company helping customers enjoy the retirement they deserve. We do this through a variety of market leading, award-winning products and services, delivered by a diverse team of over 1,400 purpose-led colleagues who genuinely put the customer at the heart of everything we do.This is a brilliant time to join our business. We are on an exciting growth journey to become the UK's most loved retirement expert. Key Accountabilities Define and deliver the Retail engineering roadmap, aligned with Group technology strategy and modern engineering practices. Champion AI first, agentic, and context driven approaches to improve resilience, scalability, and innovation. Provide technical leadership on architecture, solution design, and management of technical debt. Ensure high quality, secure, and scalable delivery of Retail platforms and applications. Oversee delivery planning, execution, risks, and incident management (P1/P2), ensuring rapid and effective resolution. Build engineering capability by leading and developing Engineering Managers and the wider engineering leadership team. Promote strong engineering standards across automation, DevOps pipelines, observability, and cloud native development. Act as a trusted partner to stakeholders, providing clear communication on delivery health, risks, and technical priorities. Examples of Key Activities Chair Retail engineering governance forums, ensuring adherence to standards and alignment with Group principles. Maintain and regularly review the technical debt and end-of-life register, feeding prioritised items into roadmaps. Review and challenge major technical design proposals to ensure scalability, security, and maintainability. Act as incident escalation point for P1 and P2 events, coordinating resolution and leading post-incident reviews. Partner with Engineering Managers to provide delivery updates, dependency tracking, and risk management. Mentor and coach Engineering Managers, building a high-quality leadership capability. Represent Retail Engineering in cross-business forums, ensuring Retail's needs are clearly articulated and understood. What We're Looking For Strong engineering leadership experience, managing multi team delivery at scale (50+ FTE including partners), within Financial Services Solid understanding of modern engineering practices, including software development, architecture, cloud, CI/CD, DevSecOps, observability, and security first design. Knowledge of AI first, agentic, and context driven engineering approaches. Experience delivering large scale technology change and modernising legacy platforms, ideally within the Microsoft ecosystem. Proven ability to build engineering capability, drive adoption of standards, and shape a high performing engineering culture. Skilled in managing hybrid delivery models involving vendors, partners, and in house teams. Comfortable operating in regulated environments with strong focus on security, performance, and resilience. Effective at influencing senior stakeholders and translating technical considerations into business focused outcomes. Experience managing major incidents (P1/P2) and leading robust resolution and review processes. Our behaviours At Just you'll have the opportunity to develop your career, whilst making a difference to the lives of those around you. You'll be part of a company with a strong and distinctive - we're ambitious, curious and collaborative - and every decision we make centres around being Just and delivering the best outcomes for our customers. What's in it for you A competitive salary, pension scheme and life assurance 25 days annual leave plus an additional day on us for your birthday Private medical cover and income protection, just in case A generous and highly achievable bonus scheme Opportunities to progress your career in-role and within the company Free access to the Headspace app, 24/7 employee assistance helpline and trained physical and mental health first aiders A variety of employee funded benefits available via our online benefits portal Plus, several additional purchase options available for you and your loved onesExplore our on our dedicated benefits page. Belonging at Just Valuing diversity of thought and fostering a sense of belonging is critical to our business success, driving innovation and balanced decision making. Our work on aims to deliver a brilliant employee experience underpinned by a sense of belonging, where our people feel proud to work at Just.We remain committed to our publicly disclosed HM Treasury Women in Finance Charter and Race at Work Charter targets and support a wide range of employee network and events, championing issues including intergenerational working, social mobility and neurodiversity. Application details Please submit your CV using the 'apply now' button. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted regarding next steps which may include an initial phone interview and in-person assessment. Be Bold. Be Brilliant. Be Just.
UKRE BayWa r.e. UK Limited About the role Join us on our transformational journey as we seek a visionary Managing Director - UK & Ireland to lead our operations and accelerate growth in the renewable energy sector. Ideally based in our Edinburgh or Glasgow office, you will take full responsibility for shaping strategy, driving innovation, and delivering exceptional results across wind and solar projects.This is a senior leadership role reporting directly to the Global Group COO, with full P&L accountability and responsibility for a team of approximately 70 employees across the UK and Ireland. You will be the driving force behind operational excellence, commercial success, and strategic expansion in one of the most dynamic renewable energy markets. What you will do Lead and manage all aspects of the company's operations, including commercial, technical, project development, and business development for renewable energy projects (wind & solar). Strategically develop and execute the company's business plans to meet the targets set by the Board, shareholders, and stakeholders. Oversee project management from conception to execution, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget. Take key decisions on operational matters including human resources, health and safety, compliance, and project development. Manage day-to-day operations , balancing commercial and technical priorities, with a focus on efficiency and innovation. Lead business development efforts by identifying new market opportunities, fostering relationships with potential clients, and overseeing the development of new projects. Develop and manage budgets for both the company and individual projects, ensuring financial targets are met and exceeded where possible. Promote risk management , identifying potential risks to project timelines, costs, and company reputation, and taking proactive measures to mitigate them. Ensure compliance with industry regulations, company policies, and legal guidelines, both for internal processes and external operations. Foster a culture of innovation , ensuring the company remains at the forefront of the renewable energy sector by seeking and implementing the latest technologies. B uild and lead high-performing teams , including recruitment, training, and development, to meet the company's growing demands and achieve business goals. Collaborate with the global network within the company, working closely with international peers across EMEA to drive growth in the global renewable energy market. Represent the company in external forums such as exhibitions, trade fairs, and industry events to enhance brand visibility and partnerships. Provide strategic insights and advice to the Board, preparing reports and decision memos regarding market trends, project developments, and business opportunities. Take full responsibility for QHSE , ensuring robust health and safety systems are implemented for employees and stakeholders, while proactively mitigating risks associated with renewable energy operations. What you'll need to succeed Experience Requirements + Minimum 5-10 years of senior management experience as Managing Director, Country Manager, or Head of a large team. + At least 10 years of proven experience in the UK energy market, with a strong track record in renewable energy (wind and solar). Educational Qualifications: University degree in a technical, economic, or environmental discipline. Renewable Energy Market Knowledge: Strong understanding of the UK wind and solar (PV) market, including trends, challenges, and opportunities. Project Development & Management: Proven experience in managing renewable energy projects, particularly in wind and solar energy, from conception through execution. Strategic Planning & Execution: Ability to create and implement business strategies to meet the company's financial and strategic targets, driving growth and innovation. Financial Acumen: Solid understanding of financial performance metrics and budget management, particularly within renewable energy projects. Risk Management & QHSE Compliance: Expertise in identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks, ensuring robust QHSE standards and health and safety compliance to secure project success and business continuity. Communication & Relationship Management: Excellent communication skills, capable of building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, stakeholders, and international teams. Digital Solutions & Innovation: Understanding of digital tools and the ability to drive digital transformation to support business operations and enhance efficiency. Entrepreneurial Mindset: Proactive, results-oriented, and adaptable to changing market conditions, viewing disruption as an opportunity to innovate and reimagine business processes. Fluency in English & Intercultural Competence: Fluency in English (both written and spoken) and the ability to manage cross-cultural teams and collaborate with international colleagues effectively. Private Health Insurance. Life Assurance Cover. Company Pension Scheme. Flexible Working Environment. Yearly Discretionary Performance Bonus Scheme. Excellent Company Culture. Mental Health First Aid support. Employee Assistance Programme which provides all employees with 24/7 access to telephone and online counselling. Benefits can vary depending on the location and are not legally binding. BayWa r.e. UK Limited is part of the international BayWa r.e. group of renewable energy businesses, with our main office based in Edinburgh, and with other locations in Cork and Glasgow. The BayWa r.e. UK team focuses on renewable project development, acquisition and construction of Wind, Solar, BESS and Hybrid Projects, both in the UK and Ireland. About BayWa r.e. We are an international project developer of wind, solar and battery storage (BESS) projects. Our activities include the planning, development and construction of these projects, as well as their operation and maintenance, and energy trading. BayWa r.e. is also a leading global supplier to the solar distribution market. In total, we have successfully brought online more than 6 GW of renewable energy. Our shareholders are BayWa AG and Energy Infrastructure Partners. You matter to us At BayWa r.e. we are fully committed to fostering equity and inclusion and embrace diversity, of all our people, both present and those yet to join us! We welcome applications from everyone, irrespective of gender, gender identity, national origin, religion, social-, cultural-, or ethnic-background, sex, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other status protected by appropriate law. All hiring decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and qualifications. We are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer for all by providing an inclusive environment free of discrimination or harassment. Your Contact Julia Seres
Feb 08, 2026
Full time
UKRE BayWa r.e. UK Limited About the role Join us on our transformational journey as we seek a visionary Managing Director - UK & Ireland to lead our operations and accelerate growth in the renewable energy sector. Ideally based in our Edinburgh or Glasgow office, you will take full responsibility for shaping strategy, driving innovation, and delivering exceptional results across wind and solar projects.This is a senior leadership role reporting directly to the Global Group COO, with full P&L accountability and responsibility for a team of approximately 70 employees across the UK and Ireland. You will be the driving force behind operational excellence, commercial success, and strategic expansion in one of the most dynamic renewable energy markets. What you will do Lead and manage all aspects of the company's operations, including commercial, technical, project development, and business development for renewable energy projects (wind & solar). Strategically develop and execute the company's business plans to meet the targets set by the Board, shareholders, and stakeholders. Oversee project management from conception to execution, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget. Take key decisions on operational matters including human resources, health and safety, compliance, and project development. Manage day-to-day operations , balancing commercial and technical priorities, with a focus on efficiency and innovation. Lead business development efforts by identifying new market opportunities, fostering relationships with potential clients, and overseeing the development of new projects. Develop and manage budgets for both the company and individual projects, ensuring financial targets are met and exceeded where possible. Promote risk management , identifying potential risks to project timelines, costs, and company reputation, and taking proactive measures to mitigate them. Ensure compliance with industry regulations, company policies, and legal guidelines, both for internal processes and external operations. Foster a culture of innovation , ensuring the company remains at the forefront of the renewable energy sector by seeking and implementing the latest technologies. B uild and lead high-performing teams , including recruitment, training, and development, to meet the company's growing demands and achieve business goals. Collaborate with the global network within the company, working closely with international peers across EMEA to drive growth in the global renewable energy market. Represent the company in external forums such as exhibitions, trade fairs, and industry events to enhance brand visibility and partnerships. Provide strategic insights and advice to the Board, preparing reports and decision memos regarding market trends, project developments, and business opportunities. Take full responsibility for QHSE , ensuring robust health and safety systems are implemented for employees and stakeholders, while proactively mitigating risks associated with renewable energy operations. What you'll need to succeed Experience Requirements + Minimum 5-10 years of senior management experience as Managing Director, Country Manager, or Head of a large team. + At least 10 years of proven experience in the UK energy market, with a strong track record in renewable energy (wind and solar). Educational Qualifications: University degree in a technical, economic, or environmental discipline. Renewable Energy Market Knowledge: Strong understanding of the UK wind and solar (PV) market, including trends, challenges, and opportunities. Project Development & Management: Proven experience in managing renewable energy projects, particularly in wind and solar energy, from conception through execution. Strategic Planning & Execution: Ability to create and implement business strategies to meet the company's financial and strategic targets, driving growth and innovation. Financial Acumen: Solid understanding of financial performance metrics and budget management, particularly within renewable energy projects. Risk Management & QHSE Compliance: Expertise in identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks, ensuring robust QHSE standards and health and safety compliance to secure project success and business continuity. Communication & Relationship Management: Excellent communication skills, capable of building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, stakeholders, and international teams. Digital Solutions & Innovation: Understanding of digital tools and the ability to drive digital transformation to support business operations and enhance efficiency. Entrepreneurial Mindset: Proactive, results-oriented, and adaptable to changing market conditions, viewing disruption as an opportunity to innovate and reimagine business processes. Fluency in English & Intercultural Competence: Fluency in English (both written and spoken) and the ability to manage cross-cultural teams and collaborate with international colleagues effectively. Private Health Insurance. Life Assurance Cover. Company Pension Scheme. Flexible Working Environment. Yearly Discretionary Performance Bonus Scheme. Excellent Company Culture. Mental Health First Aid support. Employee Assistance Programme which provides all employees with 24/7 access to telephone and online counselling. Benefits can vary depending on the location and are not legally binding. BayWa r.e. UK Limited is part of the international BayWa r.e. group of renewable energy businesses, with our main office based in Edinburgh, and with other locations in Cork and Glasgow. The BayWa r.e. UK team focuses on renewable project development, acquisition and construction of Wind, Solar, BESS and Hybrid Projects, both in the UK and Ireland. About BayWa r.e. We are an international project developer of wind, solar and battery storage (BESS) projects. Our activities include the planning, development and construction of these projects, as well as their operation and maintenance, and energy trading. BayWa r.e. is also a leading global supplier to the solar distribution market. In total, we have successfully brought online more than 6 GW of renewable energy. Our shareholders are BayWa AG and Energy Infrastructure Partners. You matter to us At BayWa r.e. we are fully committed to fostering equity and inclusion and embrace diversity, of all our people, both present and those yet to join us! We welcome applications from everyone, irrespective of gender, gender identity, national origin, religion, social-, cultural-, or ethnic-background, sex, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other status protected by appropriate law. All hiring decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and qualifications. We are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer for all by providing an inclusive environment free of discrimination or harassment. Your Contact Julia Seres
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 As a firm our focus on delivering quality audit work for the benefit of the public interest is our key priority. Our Audit teams are essential, not just to BDO, but to the whole economy. With specialist knowledge of sectors, markets and geographies; our auditors have the business understanding necessary to deliver the high quality and robust audits that companies and their stakeholders can trust. As part of our Audit team, you'll receive the support you need to reach your potential. From completing professional qualifications to developing new skills and exploring different learning opportunities, you'll join a friendly and diverse team whose work really matters. Use your skills to build a career in Audit at BDO. 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 proactively 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. You will be someone with: ACA/ACCA/ICAS qualified or overseas equivalent. Educated up to degree level or CTS. Experience supervising and coaching junior members of staff on site. Working knowledge of UK and International GAAS, IFRS, UK GAAP and Financial Reporting requirements. Working knowledge of firm services, issues regarding advice, and regulation and compliance, including anti-money laundering. Demonstrable knowledge of current economic and market trends. 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 are 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 08, 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 As a firm our focus on delivering quality audit work for the benefit of the public interest is our key priority. Our Audit teams are essential, not just to BDO, but to the whole economy. With specialist knowledge of sectors, markets and geographies; our auditors have the business understanding necessary to deliver the high quality and robust audits that companies and their stakeholders can trust. As part of our Audit team, you'll receive the support you need to reach your potential. From completing professional qualifications to developing new skills and exploring different learning opportunities, you'll join a friendly and diverse team whose work really matters. Use your skills to build a career in Audit at BDO. 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 proactively 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. You will be someone with: ACA/ACCA/ICAS qualified or overseas equivalent. Educated up to degree level or CTS. Experience supervising and coaching junior members of staff on site. Working knowledge of UK and International GAAS, IFRS, UK GAAP and Financial Reporting requirements. Working knowledge of firm services, issues regarding advice, and regulation and compliance, including anti-money laundering. Demonstrable knowledge of current economic and market trends. 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 are 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.
Director of Digital Salary: Up to £96,116 plus Benefits Location: Hybrid - 3 days on Campus Contract: Permanent The University of Gloucestershire is a vibrant, modern institution spanning campuses in Cheltenham and Gloucester, serving over 11,000 students with 900 dedicated staff. Building on a proud heritage dating back to 1847, the University combines academic excellence with a strong focus on innovation, community partnership and practical, real-world learning. We are entering a new phase of ambition and transformation, strengthening our digital foundations and deepening our role within a growing regional ecosystem shaped by cyber innovation, research partnerships and the Golden Valley development. Digital is a core strategic priority for the University. It underpins how students learn, how our academics teach and conduct research, how our services operate ad how we contribute to the wider business and cyber community across Gloucestershire, if not nationally. Our ambition is to become a truly digitally connected university - one where technology enables excellence across every part of our mission and that is why we are seeking a Director of Digital to help drive this ambition. About the role As a member of the University's senior leadership team, the Director of Digital will shape and deliver a clear digital strategy that complements the University's wider ambitions to become a truly digitally connected institution. Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer and Pro Vice-Chancellor, the role leads a multidisciplinary team of over 40 colleagues across Digital Services and IT Operations & Security, with two direct reports. The Director will oversee the successful delivery of key transformation priorities, including cloud migration of core corporate systems such as Finance, HR and student platforms, while embedding modern, secure and resilient technology foundations. In this role you will also champion the effective use of data and insight to inform decision-making, service improvement and performance across the University. With a strong focus on best practice, modern ways of working, emerging technologies and AI, the role works closely with academic and professional services leaders - including in support of digitally enabled and cyber focused academic programmes - as well as external suppliers and regional partners (including local businesses and the cyber community) to ensure digital capability enables excellent student experience, effective services and long-term institutional impact. This is a rare opportunity to join the University at a pivotal moment with a clear mandate, senior sponsorship and the scale to make a lasting difference to how digital shapes education, services and the wider region. Could this be you? What you will bring/Essential Criteria You will bring a compelling blend of strategic vision, technical understanding and people-focused leadership. In particular, you will demonstrate: 1.Digital Strategy, Transformation & Delivery Proven experience setting and delivering an organisation-wide digital strategy aligned to corporate objectives, leading multi-year transformation programmes (including new ways of working) and operating confidently with executive teams and governing bodies to translate vision into sustained measurable outcomes. 2. Core Technology Platforms, Infrastructure & Modernisation A strong track record of modernising complex technology landscapes, including cloud migration, SaaS adoption, legacy renewal and the effective application of emerging technologies and AI to improve service quality, resilience and efficiency. 3. People Leadership & Capability Uplift Experience leading multidisciplinary digital and IT functions with clear accountability for performance, KPIs and outcomes whilst developing an inclusive and high performing team. A strong track record of driving cultural change, embedding modern delivery and operating models whilst being the champion for digital data uplifting digital capability and confidence across an organisation. 4. Operational Resilience, Risk & Cyber Oversight Executive-level accountability for digital operations, infrastructure and cybersecurity, with the ability to balance service continuity, risk management and regulatory requirements while designing platforms fit for the future. 5. Commercial Acumen, Value for Money & Partnerships Strong commercial judgement, with experience of managing budgets, suppliers and contracts, securing value for money and building productive partnerships with external organisations, local businesses and sector networks to deliver shared outcomes. 6. Influence, Credibility & Cross-Sector Collaboration Excellent influencing and communication skills, with the presence and credibility to engage a diverse range of leaders, suppliers and external partners We welcome applications from candidates with senior digital leadership experience gained outside higher education, including the public, private, regulatory, health or third sectors. How to Apply Applications should be submitted no later than Monday 9th March at 09:00. To find out more about the role and how to apply, please click Apply where you can register and apply. When applying, please ensure that you provide the following information: Your CV A supporting statement (of not more than 2 pages) detailing how you can address the 6 Essential Criteria above (please see full criteria in the job description) Our executive search partners, GatenbySanderson, will be handling all applications and conducting initial interviews with candidates. They would be delighted to speak with you to help provide further insight into the role and support with your application. For an informal and confidential conversation, please do reach out to Sarah Luxford or Manjit Mundair-Lalli to set up a call: . Should you have any issues with your application process, please contact Closing date: 9am, Monday 9th March 2026 Our Commitment to Inclusive Recruitment We are committed to building a diverse, inclusive and equitable workforce. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, particularly those who are currently under represented in senior leadership across digital professions. We are happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process.
Feb 08, 2026
Full time
Director of Digital Salary: Up to £96,116 plus Benefits Location: Hybrid - 3 days on Campus Contract: Permanent The University of Gloucestershire is a vibrant, modern institution spanning campuses in Cheltenham and Gloucester, serving over 11,000 students with 900 dedicated staff. Building on a proud heritage dating back to 1847, the University combines academic excellence with a strong focus on innovation, community partnership and practical, real-world learning. We are entering a new phase of ambition and transformation, strengthening our digital foundations and deepening our role within a growing regional ecosystem shaped by cyber innovation, research partnerships and the Golden Valley development. Digital is a core strategic priority for the University. It underpins how students learn, how our academics teach and conduct research, how our services operate ad how we contribute to the wider business and cyber community across Gloucestershire, if not nationally. Our ambition is to become a truly digitally connected university - one where technology enables excellence across every part of our mission and that is why we are seeking a Director of Digital to help drive this ambition. About the role As a member of the University's senior leadership team, the Director of Digital will shape and deliver a clear digital strategy that complements the University's wider ambitions to become a truly digitally connected institution. Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer and Pro Vice-Chancellor, the role leads a multidisciplinary team of over 40 colleagues across Digital Services and IT Operations & Security, with two direct reports. The Director will oversee the successful delivery of key transformation priorities, including cloud migration of core corporate systems such as Finance, HR and student platforms, while embedding modern, secure and resilient technology foundations. In this role you will also champion the effective use of data and insight to inform decision-making, service improvement and performance across the University. With a strong focus on best practice, modern ways of working, emerging technologies and AI, the role works closely with academic and professional services leaders - including in support of digitally enabled and cyber focused academic programmes - as well as external suppliers and regional partners (including local businesses and the cyber community) to ensure digital capability enables excellent student experience, effective services and long-term institutional impact. This is a rare opportunity to join the University at a pivotal moment with a clear mandate, senior sponsorship and the scale to make a lasting difference to how digital shapes education, services and the wider region. Could this be you? What you will bring/Essential Criteria You will bring a compelling blend of strategic vision, technical understanding and people-focused leadership. In particular, you will demonstrate: 1.Digital Strategy, Transformation & Delivery Proven experience setting and delivering an organisation-wide digital strategy aligned to corporate objectives, leading multi-year transformation programmes (including new ways of working) and operating confidently with executive teams and governing bodies to translate vision into sustained measurable outcomes. 2. Core Technology Platforms, Infrastructure & Modernisation A strong track record of modernising complex technology landscapes, including cloud migration, SaaS adoption, legacy renewal and the effective application of emerging technologies and AI to improve service quality, resilience and efficiency. 3. People Leadership & Capability Uplift Experience leading multidisciplinary digital and IT functions with clear accountability for performance, KPIs and outcomes whilst developing an inclusive and high performing team. A strong track record of driving cultural change, embedding modern delivery and operating models whilst being the champion for digital data uplifting digital capability and confidence across an organisation. 4. Operational Resilience, Risk & Cyber Oversight Executive-level accountability for digital operations, infrastructure and cybersecurity, with the ability to balance service continuity, risk management and regulatory requirements while designing platforms fit for the future. 5. Commercial Acumen, Value for Money & Partnerships Strong commercial judgement, with experience of managing budgets, suppliers and contracts, securing value for money and building productive partnerships with external organisations, local businesses and sector networks to deliver shared outcomes. 6. Influence, Credibility & Cross-Sector Collaboration Excellent influencing and communication skills, with the presence and credibility to engage a diverse range of leaders, suppliers and external partners We welcome applications from candidates with senior digital leadership experience gained outside higher education, including the public, private, regulatory, health or third sectors. How to Apply Applications should be submitted no later than Monday 9th March at 09:00. To find out more about the role and how to apply, please click Apply where you can register and apply. When applying, please ensure that you provide the following information: Your CV A supporting statement (of not more than 2 pages) detailing how you can address the 6 Essential Criteria above (please see full criteria in the job description) Our executive search partners, GatenbySanderson, will be handling all applications and conducting initial interviews with candidates. They would be delighted to speak with you to help provide further insight into the role and support with your application. For an informal and confidential conversation, please do reach out to Sarah Luxford or Manjit Mundair-Lalli to set up a call: . Should you have any issues with your application process, please contact Closing date: 9am, Monday 9th March 2026 Our Commitment to Inclusive Recruitment We are committed to building a diverse, inclusive and equitable workforce. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, particularly those who are currently under represented in senior leadership across digital professions. We are happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process.
The Job Assistant Farm Manager - Arable Assistant Farm Manager - Arable - Kent - £45,000 + Accommodation An excellent opportunity has arisen for an ambitious Assistant Farm Manager to join a progressive arable and root vegetable farming business in Kent. This role would suit someone looking to take the next step in their career within a growing and forward-thinking operation. Working closely with the Farm Director, you will play a key role in the management and development of their onion enterprise, with responsibility across crop production and day-to-day farm operations. This is a hands-on position, ideal for a committed individual who enjoys being actively involved on farm and leading by example. Key responsibilities Assisting the Farm Director with the management of the onion enterprise Spraying operations and ensuring best practice is followed Overseeing day-to-day farm operations Managing and implementing irrigation systems and crop water requirements Involvement in harvest, crop storage and post-harvest operations Supporting the agronomist during crop walks and implementing recommendations Working alongside and supporting other members of the farm team The Candidate Experience within arable and root vegetable production Someone motivated to progress and grow with the business Practical, hands-on approach with a strong work ethic Able to lead by example and work well as part of a team Committed, reliable, and enthusiastic with a positive attitude The Package Salary £45,000 DOE 3-bedroom house provided (minimal rent and bills - negotiable) The employer is keen to invest in the right individual and would look to support the successful candidate through their BASIS and FACTS qualifications, offering a clear pathway for professional development and progression within the business. The business is entering an exciting period of growth, offering long-term career development for the right individual. The employer places strong emphasis on attitude as well as experience, and is keen to welcome someone who wants to be part of their future journey. Please email your CV to Charlotte Levent, Senior Delivery Recruitment Consultant, . Keep up-to-date with the latest opportunities from Agricultural Recruitment Specialists by registering on our website: and following us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook and Twitter. As a leading and esteemed recruitment agency specialising in the agriculture, food, horticulture, equestrian, animal health and rural sectors, Agricultural Recruitment Specialists prioritise roles across sales, management, marketing, operations and technical and engineering fields, including international and senior-level positions within our specialised sectors. Our suite of services encompasses bespoke recruitment solutions, executive search, candidate profiling, knowledge sharing, targeted advertising and comprehensive recruitment support. To discover how we can assist in advancing your career or meeting your recruitment needs, please visit or contact our recruitment team on or on our international number: . We are renowned for connecting the finest talent throughout the world with the best brands and organisations.
Feb 08, 2026
Full time
The Job Assistant Farm Manager - Arable Assistant Farm Manager - Arable - Kent - £45,000 + Accommodation An excellent opportunity has arisen for an ambitious Assistant Farm Manager to join a progressive arable and root vegetable farming business in Kent. This role would suit someone looking to take the next step in their career within a growing and forward-thinking operation. Working closely with the Farm Director, you will play a key role in the management and development of their onion enterprise, with responsibility across crop production and day-to-day farm operations. This is a hands-on position, ideal for a committed individual who enjoys being actively involved on farm and leading by example. Key responsibilities Assisting the Farm Director with the management of the onion enterprise Spraying operations and ensuring best practice is followed Overseeing day-to-day farm operations Managing and implementing irrigation systems and crop water requirements Involvement in harvest, crop storage and post-harvest operations Supporting the agronomist during crop walks and implementing recommendations Working alongside and supporting other members of the farm team The Candidate Experience within arable and root vegetable production Someone motivated to progress and grow with the business Practical, hands-on approach with a strong work ethic Able to lead by example and work well as part of a team Committed, reliable, and enthusiastic with a positive attitude The Package Salary £45,000 DOE 3-bedroom house provided (minimal rent and bills - negotiable) The employer is keen to invest in the right individual and would look to support the successful candidate through their BASIS and FACTS qualifications, offering a clear pathway for professional development and progression within the business. The business is entering an exciting period of growth, offering long-term career development for the right individual. The employer places strong emphasis on attitude as well as experience, and is keen to welcome someone who wants to be part of their future journey. Please email your CV to Charlotte Levent, Senior Delivery Recruitment Consultant, . Keep up-to-date with the latest opportunities from Agricultural Recruitment Specialists by registering on our website: and following us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook and Twitter. As a leading and esteemed recruitment agency specialising in the agriculture, food, horticulture, equestrian, animal health and rural sectors, Agricultural Recruitment Specialists prioritise roles across sales, management, marketing, operations and technical and engineering fields, including international and senior-level positions within our specialised sectors. Our suite of services encompasses bespoke recruitment solutions, executive search, candidate profiling, knowledge sharing, targeted advertising and comprehensive recruitment support. To discover how we can assist in advancing your career or meeting your recruitment needs, please visit or contact our recruitment team on or on our international number: . We are renowned for connecting the finest talent throughout the world with the best brands and organisations.
Adecco are pleased to be recruiting for a HR Change Consultant to work within the West Yorkshire Police Force. Location: Wakefield Contract Type: Permanent Salary: 40,383 - 42,612 per annum Working Pattern: Full-Time, 37 hours per week Monday to Friday, Hybrid with 3 days per week in the office Driving Required: Yes, ability to travel round the West Yorkshire to meet customer need on occasions Are you ready to make a difference? Our client, a prominent organisation in the public sector, is on the lookout for two enthusiastic HR Change Consultants to join their dynamic Employee Relations team within the People Directorate. This is your chance to be part of a transformative journey that shapes the future of the organisation! About the Role: As an HR Change Consultant, you will play a vital role in leading strategic HR change initiatives that support organisational transformation. If you're passionate about employee relations and have a flair for managing complex projects, this could be the perfect opportunity for you! Key Responsibilities: Lead and manage complex HR change projects, including organisational restructuring and transformation initiatives. Collaborate with senior leaders and key stakeholders to ensure alignment with organisational objectives, fostering engagement for change. Develop and implement change management strategies, communication plans, and risk mitigation approaches. Support the redesign of organisational structures while ensuring seamless integration with job evaluation processes. Provide expert advice on employment law matters, including redundancy, redeployment, and employee transitions. Coach and support leaders in managing change, helping to maintain engagement and morale. Contribute to the development and review of policies and procedures related to organisational change. About You: We're looking for candidates who demonstrate: CIPD qualified to Level 5 or working towards it, or possess equivalent demonstrable experience. Previous experience in change management with a solid understanding of principles, methodologies, and best practices. Strong stakeholder engagement skills, especially working with Trade Unions and Staff Associations. The ability to think strategically and align HR initiatives with wider organisational goals (desirable). Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to influence and create buy-in. A good understanding of employment law and police regulations, particularly related to organisational change, redundancy, and employee transitions. What's in it for You? Joining our client means being part of a supportive and inspiring team. Enjoy a competitive salary along with fantastic perks, including: Hybrid working options for a better work-life balance. Opportunities for professional development and growth. A vibrant workplace culture that values innovation and collaboration. A convenient office location just an 11-minute walk from Wakefield Westgate train station. If you're excited about shaping the future of a forward-thinking organisation through effective change management, we want to hear from you! Apply Now! Be part of a team that values people and strives for excellence. Your journey starts here! Adecco is a disability-confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you. Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explains how we will use your information - please copy and paste the following link in to your browser (url removed)
Feb 08, 2026
Full time
Adecco are pleased to be recruiting for a HR Change Consultant to work within the West Yorkshire Police Force. Location: Wakefield Contract Type: Permanent Salary: 40,383 - 42,612 per annum Working Pattern: Full-Time, 37 hours per week Monday to Friday, Hybrid with 3 days per week in the office Driving Required: Yes, ability to travel round the West Yorkshire to meet customer need on occasions Are you ready to make a difference? Our client, a prominent organisation in the public sector, is on the lookout for two enthusiastic HR Change Consultants to join their dynamic Employee Relations team within the People Directorate. This is your chance to be part of a transformative journey that shapes the future of the organisation! About the Role: As an HR Change Consultant, you will play a vital role in leading strategic HR change initiatives that support organisational transformation. If you're passionate about employee relations and have a flair for managing complex projects, this could be the perfect opportunity for you! Key Responsibilities: Lead and manage complex HR change projects, including organisational restructuring and transformation initiatives. Collaborate with senior leaders and key stakeholders to ensure alignment with organisational objectives, fostering engagement for change. Develop and implement change management strategies, communication plans, and risk mitigation approaches. Support the redesign of organisational structures while ensuring seamless integration with job evaluation processes. Provide expert advice on employment law matters, including redundancy, redeployment, and employee transitions. Coach and support leaders in managing change, helping to maintain engagement and morale. Contribute to the development and review of policies and procedures related to organisational change. About You: We're looking for candidates who demonstrate: CIPD qualified to Level 5 or working towards it, or possess equivalent demonstrable experience. Previous experience in change management with a solid understanding of principles, methodologies, and best practices. Strong stakeholder engagement skills, especially working with Trade Unions and Staff Associations. The ability to think strategically and align HR initiatives with wider organisational goals (desirable). Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to influence and create buy-in. A good understanding of employment law and police regulations, particularly related to organisational change, redundancy, and employee transitions. What's in it for You? Joining our client means being part of a supportive and inspiring team. Enjoy a competitive salary along with fantastic perks, including: Hybrid working options for a better work-life balance. Opportunities for professional development and growth. A vibrant workplace culture that values innovation and collaboration. A convenient office location just an 11-minute walk from Wakefield Westgate train station. If you're excited about shaping the future of a forward-thinking organisation through effective change management, we want to hear from you! Apply Now! Be part of a team that values people and strives for excellence. Your journey starts here! Adecco is a disability-confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you. Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explains how we will use your information - please copy and paste the following link in to your browser (url removed)
