Robert Half Limited
Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire
The Permanent Division of Robert Half is currently recruiting for a Senior Finance Manager on behalf of a Global Sales business with offices in Milton Keynes. The Role As Senior Finance Manager you will look after all core finance operations including compliance, statutory accounts and assisting with commercial reporting and decision making click apply for full job details
Feb 21, 2026
Full time
The Permanent Division of Robert Half is currently recruiting for a Senior Finance Manager on behalf of a Global Sales business with offices in Milton Keynes. The Role As Senior Finance Manager you will look after all core finance operations including compliance, statutory accounts and assisting with commercial reporting and decision making click apply for full job details
We are looking for a self-motivated and experienced senior analyst to join the Business Intelligence Team within The Greater Manchester Cancer Alliance. As a senior analyst, you will be leading on the intelligence elements of transformational projects within the Greater Manchester Cancer System that supports both operational improvements and progress towards the early diagnosis ambition. Utilising strong communication skills, you will be able to present analytical outputs to a range of stakeholders ensuring message penetration at all levels. You will have experience of working within healthcare, or a related discipline, in an analytical capacity. To balance existing skills within the team, we especially welcome applicants with robust SQL, Python or data science experience. With support from your line manager and colleagues you will utilise your skills in dynamic work prioritisation, balancing evolving executive demands against long term projects. You will have experience managing analytical resource and are able to delegate responsibilities, where appropriate, effectively. Main duties of the job Key areas of responsibility include: Working with colleagues to scope and produce new business intelligence products - including self-service dashboards and briefing documents. Effective communication of findings, including verbally or via written reports and visualisations. Responding to dynamic, time sensitive 'ad hoc' intelligence requests from the Alliance Executive Coordinating the deployment of analytical products, ensuring stakeholders are empowered to utilise them on a self-service basis. Working collaboratively with analysts within the wider Greater Manchester system, including within Hospital Trusts and the Integrate Care Partnership. About us The Christie is one of Europe's leading cancer centres, treating over 60,000 patients a year. We are based in Manchester and serve a population of 3.2 million across Greater Manchester & Cheshire, but as a national specialist around 15% patients are referred to us from other parts of the country. We provide radiotherapy through one of the largest radiotherapy departments in the world; chemotherapy on site and through 14 other hospitals; highly specialist surgery for complex and rare cancer; and a wide range of support and diagnostic services. We are also an international leader in research, with world first breakthroughs for over 100 years. We run one of the largest early clinical trial units in Europe with over 300 trials every year. Cancer research in Manchester, most of which is undertaken on the Christie site, has been officially ranked the best in the UK. Job responsibilities ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Leadership and expertise To lead on delegated projects, identifying risks, issues and dependencies, considering best practice and current options and ultimately making decisions in the best interest of the project.Pro-actively manage stakeholders, respond to and resolve conflict when this arises through facilitation or other appropriate mechanisms.Be responsible for a high standard of work supporting the delivery of projects on time, to quality standards and in a cost effective manner.Maintain the project initiation document and associated plans with regular team meetings to monitor progress and resources.Demonstrate effective stakeholder management.Support other project managers as and when required.Take into account the impact of any change the projects will have on the business and oversee handover of any products to ensure full ownership and buy-in within the business Advocate the projects at senior and executive levels and ensure active engagement and sponsorship within NHS as a whole.Ensure that the projects maintain business focus, have clear authority and that the context, including risks, is actively managed in alignment with the strategic priorities of NHS.Engage with senior BI representatives from BI teams across GM.Contribute to a collaborative working environment to share learning, innovation and resource.Co-ordination of communication & flows of data and reporting at local and regional level.Responsible for co-ordinating the activities, training and workload of the Band 5 analystsResponsible for system management of the GM Cancer presence within the GMHSCP Tableau environment (Data Sources, Reports) including detailed configuration of systems permissions affecting access to patient identifiable informationResponsible for assessing and planning the equipment needs of the GM Cancer Information Function Set-up and organisation Ensure delegated projects and initiatives are delivered on time, to quality standards and in a cost effective manner, adjusting plans as required.Contribute to the development of performance and governance strategies and the development and implementation of improvement programmes.Look for opportunities to reduce inefficiency and maximise the use of resource across the Service, and act upon them to deliver. Improving quality and outcomes To contribute to a robust process and system to produce insightful Cancer performance reporting across the GM region within modern BI Infrastructure.Develop population focused reporting working towards realisation of the GM Cancer Plan.To manage the delivery of delegated Cancer analysis for Greater Manchester Health and Social Care Partnership (GMHSCP). These priorities will include assurance and accountability, commissioning, transformation, quality and safety, finance and policy and strategy developmentTo ensure that quality and outcomes are the focus of all analytical work undertakenTo ensure that clinical leadership is central to the delivery of all NHS England activities Communication and support To work closely with analysts in other key partner organisations, consistent with partnership agreements.Able to use input from stakeholders as part of the wider context of work and understand potential sources of bias.Can mentor others through understanding NHS context for their work.To work closely with national and regional executives and their senior teams, championing the use of analysis and insight to improve decision-making on key priorities across NHS EnglandTo develop strong networks with key internal and external stakeholders and partners to ensure alignment and coordination of work to maximise impact. Data and information Develop safe yet functional flows of data from the various sources of cancer data, both national and local to deliver a GM & GMEC system view.Developing reports summarising status on issues, appraising outcomes, and providing progress reports for the Head of Department.Collate as required, a range of information and lead appropriate analysis to develop robust business cases and contribute to project products.Analyse, interpret and present data to highlight issues, risks and support decision making.Undertaking risk assessments in line with the G&SCP risk assessment processDevelop efficient processes for data collection, transformation and extraction.Develop robust and efficient datasets to feed the requirements of the business intelligence team. They will manage the dissemination of datasets to be available for data visualisation. Planning, Development of Service and reporting To use analytical techniques appropriately to improve decision making in support of NHS Englands core objectives.To ensure that analytical resources are focused on areas where they can have maximum impact.To develop excellent relationships with external providers of information and analysis and ensure alignment and fit.Awareness and practice of NHS Englands relevant external processes for decision making in progressing options, business cases or policy development. For example, economic impact assessment, health impact assessment and strategic needs assessments.They will manage projects to deliver key reporting enhancements to support the collaboration of existing work. They will develop and implement original and innovative solutions to BI problems across the system, to facilitate operational transformation.Responsible for proposing and drafting changes, implementation and interpretation to policies, guidelines and service level agreements (SLAs) which may impact service.Proposes changes to own function making recommendations for other service delivery. Person Specification Values and Behaviours Committed to quality in all that they do Values diversity and difference and promotes equality of opportunity Committed to working to help clinicians deliver better outcomes for patients Committed to patient and carer involvement in the development of health services Committed to the use of evidence and clinical consensus to bring about change Operates with integrity and openness Committed to personal development and supporting others to do the same Energetic and enthusiastic, capable of generating enthusiasm in others Qualifications Educated to Degree level in a relevant subject (such as Mathematics, Economics, Statistics, Operational Research, or a related quantitative or analytical discipline) or equivalent level of qualification or significant equivalent previous proven experience in specialist area. Knowledge and Experience Understanding of NHS / Local Authority data flows & legislation linked to performance, planning & accountability frameworks pertaining to the NHS. Experience of triangulating data from different sources and demonstrate an appreciation of the differences that might occur in large datasets Experience of working in Health and Social Care services as either a provider or commissioner. . click apply for full job details
Feb 21, 2026
Full time
We are looking for a self-motivated and experienced senior analyst to join the Business Intelligence Team within The Greater Manchester Cancer Alliance. As a senior analyst, you will be leading on the intelligence elements of transformational projects within the Greater Manchester Cancer System that supports both operational improvements and progress towards the early diagnosis ambition. Utilising strong communication skills, you will be able to present analytical outputs to a range of stakeholders ensuring message penetration at all levels. You will have experience of working within healthcare, or a related discipline, in an analytical capacity. To balance existing skills within the team, we especially welcome applicants with robust SQL, Python or data science experience. With support from your line manager and colleagues you will utilise your skills in dynamic work prioritisation, balancing evolving executive demands against long term projects. You will have experience managing analytical resource and are able to delegate responsibilities, where appropriate, effectively. Main duties of the job Key areas of responsibility include: Working with colleagues to scope and produce new business intelligence products - including self-service dashboards and briefing documents. Effective communication of findings, including verbally or via written reports and visualisations. Responding to dynamic, time sensitive 'ad hoc' intelligence requests from the Alliance Executive Coordinating the deployment of analytical products, ensuring stakeholders are empowered to utilise them on a self-service basis. Working collaboratively with analysts within the wider Greater Manchester system, including within Hospital Trusts and the Integrate Care Partnership. About us The Christie is one of Europe's leading cancer centres, treating over 60,000 patients a year. We are based in Manchester and serve a population of 3.2 million across Greater Manchester & Cheshire, but as a national specialist around 15% patients are referred to us from other parts of the country. We provide radiotherapy through one of the largest radiotherapy departments in the world; chemotherapy on site and through 14 other hospitals; highly specialist surgery for complex and rare cancer; and a wide range of support and diagnostic services. We are also an international leader in research, with world first breakthroughs for over 100 years. We run one of the largest early clinical trial units in Europe with over 300 trials every year. Cancer research in Manchester, most of which is undertaken on the Christie site, has been officially ranked the best in the UK. Job responsibilities ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Leadership and expertise To lead on delegated projects, identifying risks, issues and dependencies, considering best practice and current options and ultimately making decisions in the best interest of the project.Pro-actively manage stakeholders, respond to and resolve conflict when this arises through facilitation or other appropriate mechanisms.Be responsible for a high standard of work supporting the delivery of projects on time, to quality standards and in a cost effective manner.Maintain the project initiation document and associated plans with regular team meetings to monitor progress and resources.Demonstrate effective stakeholder management.Support other project managers as and when required.Take into account the impact of any change the projects will have on the business and oversee handover of any products to ensure full ownership and buy-in within the business Advocate the projects at senior and executive levels and ensure active engagement and sponsorship within NHS as a whole.Ensure that the projects maintain business focus, have clear authority and that the context, including risks, is actively managed in alignment with the strategic priorities of NHS.Engage with senior BI representatives from BI teams across GM.Contribute to a collaborative working environment to share learning, innovation and resource.Co-ordination of communication & flows of data and reporting at local and regional level.Responsible for co-ordinating the activities, training and workload of the Band 5 analystsResponsible for system management of the GM Cancer presence within the GMHSCP Tableau environment (Data Sources, Reports) including detailed configuration of systems permissions affecting access to patient identifiable informationResponsible for assessing and planning the equipment needs of the GM Cancer Information Function Set-up and organisation Ensure delegated projects and initiatives are delivered on time, to quality standards and in a cost effective manner, adjusting plans as required.Contribute to the development of performance and governance strategies and the development and implementation of improvement programmes.Look for opportunities to reduce inefficiency and maximise the use of resource across the Service, and act upon them to deliver. Improving quality and outcomes To contribute to a robust process and system to produce insightful Cancer performance reporting across the GM region within modern BI Infrastructure.Develop population focused reporting working towards realisation of the GM Cancer Plan.To manage the delivery of delegated Cancer analysis for Greater Manchester Health and Social Care Partnership (GMHSCP). These priorities will include assurance and accountability, commissioning, transformation, quality and safety, finance and policy and strategy developmentTo ensure that quality and outcomes are the focus of all analytical work undertakenTo ensure that clinical leadership is central to the delivery of all NHS England activities Communication and support To work closely with analysts in other key partner organisations, consistent with partnership agreements.Able to use input from stakeholders as part of the wider context of work and understand potential sources of bias.Can mentor others through understanding NHS context for their work.To work closely with national and regional executives and their senior teams, championing the use of analysis and insight to improve decision-making on key priorities across NHS EnglandTo develop strong networks with key internal and external stakeholders and partners to ensure alignment and coordination of work to maximise impact. Data and information Develop safe yet functional flows of data from the various sources of cancer data, both national and local to deliver a GM & GMEC system view.Developing reports summarising status on issues, appraising outcomes, and providing progress reports for the Head of Department.Collate as required, a range of information and lead appropriate analysis to develop robust business cases and contribute to project products.Analyse, interpret and present data to highlight issues, risks and support decision making.Undertaking risk assessments in line with the G&SCP risk assessment processDevelop efficient processes for data collection, transformation and extraction.Develop robust and efficient datasets to feed the requirements of the business intelligence team. They will manage the dissemination of datasets to be available for data visualisation. Planning, Development of Service and reporting To use analytical techniques appropriately to improve decision making in support of NHS Englands core objectives.To ensure that analytical resources are focused on areas where they can have maximum impact.To develop excellent relationships with external providers of information and analysis and ensure alignment and fit.Awareness and practice of NHS Englands relevant external processes for decision making in progressing options, business cases or policy development. For example, economic impact assessment, health impact assessment and strategic needs assessments.They will manage projects to deliver key reporting enhancements to support the collaboration of existing work. They will develop and implement original and innovative solutions to BI problems across the system, to facilitate operational transformation.Responsible for proposing and drafting changes, implementation and interpretation to policies, guidelines and service level agreements (SLAs) which may impact service.Proposes changes to own function making recommendations for other service delivery. Person Specification Values and Behaviours Committed to quality in all that they do Values diversity and difference and promotes equality of opportunity Committed to working to help clinicians deliver better outcomes for patients Committed to patient and carer involvement in the development of health services Committed to the use of evidence and clinical consensus to bring about change Operates with integrity and openness Committed to personal development and supporting others to do the same Energetic and enthusiastic, capable of generating enthusiasm in others Qualifications Educated to Degree level in a relevant subject (such as Mathematics, Economics, Statistics, Operational Research, or a related quantitative or analytical discipline) or equivalent level of qualification or significant equivalent previous proven experience in specialist area. Knowledge and Experience Understanding of NHS / Local Authority data flows & legislation linked to performance, planning & accountability frameworks pertaining to the NHS. Experience of triangulating data from different sources and demonstrate an appreciation of the differences that might occur in large datasets Experience of working in Health and Social Care services as either a provider or commissioner. . click apply for full job details
DVSA is a large, complex government organisation responsible for road safety. It operates across Great Britain generating annual income of around £450m and employing c4,600 people. As a Senior Financial Control Manager you will be part of a specialist team that sits at the heart of the finance department. The team provides expert advice, support and challenge to DVSA managers, ensuring compliance with all statutory, regulatory and best practice accounting standards and requirements. As a senior member of the Financial Control team the post-holder will take the lead responsibility for one area of financial control, however may also be required to participate across the full breadth of the team's remit. The functions are delivered in partnership with our outsourced shared services provider. Accounts Receivable - Managing reconciliation processes and providing expert advice in financial transactions from front line systems, customer balances and customer refunds. Cash and Banking - Managing receipts and payments through the banking process. Managing the payment process to HM Treasury of all monies collected for penalties and fines and monies collected on behalf of DVA (Northern Ireland). Tax compliance and Payroll - Responsible for all aspects of tax compliance to ensure the agency meets its obligations, maintains strong audit trail and financial control. Manage the internal payroll function including employer PAYE compliance and 2nd workplace. Accounts Payable - Responsible for the Purchase to Pay (P2P) and the Travel & Subsistence (T&S) functions of the organisation. Person specification To be successful in this role you will need to have the following experience: Significant experience working in a Finance function. Experience of managing people. Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage with key stakeholders. Good working knowledge of ERP systems, e.g. SAP and Oracle Ability to understand front end business systems and interfaces into ERP finance systems. Proficiency in Microsoft applications including Microsoft Excel Additional Information This role can be based in Swansea or Nottingham, your presence at one of these locations will form part of the working arrangements agreed with you. We operate a hybrid working model giving you greater flexibility about where and when you work. Our expectation is that you will spend a minimum 60% of your time at your base location. Visits to other DVSA sites or work locations count towards this. Whilst we welcome applications from those looking to work with us on a part time basis, there is a business requirement, for the successful candidate to be able to work at least 35 hours per week. Some travel will be necessary depending on location (estimated, 1 overnight trip per quarter, and 2 day trips per month). About Us The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) helps keep Britain moving, safely and sustainably. We do this by helping people through a lifetime of safe and sustainable journeys, helping them keep their vehicles safe to drive, and protecting them from unsafe drivers and vehicles.We're working hard to: Make roads safer. Improve services for our customers. Make road transport greener and healthier. Harness the potential of technology and data. Grow and level up the economy. Behaviours We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process: Communicating and Influencing Changing and Improving Managing a Quality Service Interviews are likely to be held week commencing 23 March 2026. How to Apply Full details can be found on Civil Service Jobs - Job ref: 448574. For this role you will need to submit a CV which must include your employment history, relevant experience to date, and professional qualifications and memberships.For your CV, please provide detailed evidence of your experience against the following essential criteria: Your experience of working in a Finance control function and managing people. Your experience of engaging with key stakeholders. Your experience of working with ERP systems, e.g. SAP and Oracle. Your understanding and experience of front-end business systems and interfaces into ERP finance systems. Your experience of Microsoft applications including Microsoft Excel Please note, for this vacancy, we are working with our recruitment partner Hays. Please send your CV to Jackie Taylor - The selection process will include an interview and presentation. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk JBRP1_UKTJ
Feb 21, 2026
Full time
DVSA is a large, complex government organisation responsible for road safety. It operates across Great Britain generating annual income of around £450m and employing c4,600 people. As a Senior Financial Control Manager you will be part of a specialist team that sits at the heart of the finance department. The team provides expert advice, support and challenge to DVSA managers, ensuring compliance with all statutory, regulatory and best practice accounting standards and requirements. As a senior member of the Financial Control team the post-holder will take the lead responsibility for one area of financial control, however may also be required to participate across the full breadth of the team's remit. The functions are delivered in partnership with our outsourced shared services provider. Accounts Receivable - Managing reconciliation processes and providing expert advice in financial transactions from front line systems, customer balances and customer refunds. Cash and Banking - Managing receipts and payments through the banking process. Managing the payment process to HM Treasury of all monies collected for penalties and fines and monies collected on behalf of DVA (Northern Ireland). Tax compliance and Payroll - Responsible for all aspects of tax compliance to ensure the agency meets its obligations, maintains strong audit trail and financial control. Manage the internal payroll function including employer PAYE compliance and 2nd workplace. Accounts Payable - Responsible for the Purchase to Pay (P2P) and the Travel & Subsistence (T&S) functions of the organisation. Person specification To be successful in this role you will need to have the following experience: Significant experience working in a Finance function. Experience of managing people. Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage with key stakeholders. Good working knowledge of ERP systems, e.g. SAP and Oracle Ability to understand front end business systems and interfaces into ERP finance systems. Proficiency in Microsoft applications including Microsoft Excel Additional Information This role can be based in Swansea or Nottingham, your presence at one of these locations will form part of the working arrangements agreed with you. We operate a hybrid working model giving you greater flexibility about where and when you work. Our expectation is that you will spend a minimum 60% of your time at your base location. Visits to other DVSA sites or work locations count towards this. Whilst we welcome applications from those looking to work with us on a part time basis, there is a business requirement, for the successful candidate to be able to work at least 35 hours per week. Some travel will be necessary depending on location (estimated, 1 overnight trip per quarter, and 2 day trips per month). About Us The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) helps keep Britain moving, safely and sustainably. We do this by helping people through a lifetime of safe and sustainable journeys, helping them keep their vehicles safe to drive, and protecting them from unsafe drivers and vehicles.We're working hard to: Make roads safer. Improve services for our customers. Make road transport greener and healthier. Harness the potential of technology and data. Grow and level up the economy. Behaviours We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process: Communicating and Influencing Changing and Improving Managing a Quality Service Interviews are likely to be held week commencing 23 March 2026. How to Apply Full details can be found on Civil Service Jobs - Job ref: 448574. For this role you will need to submit a CV which must include your employment history, relevant experience to date, and professional qualifications and memberships.For your CV, please provide detailed evidence of your experience against the following essential criteria: Your experience of working in a Finance control function and managing people. Your experience of engaging with key stakeholders. Your experience of working with ERP systems, e.g. SAP and Oracle. Your understanding and experience of front-end business systems and interfaces into ERP finance systems. Your experience of Microsoft applications including Microsoft Excel Please note, for this vacancy, we are working with our recruitment partner Hays. Please send your CV to Jackie Taylor - The selection process will include an interview and presentation. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk JBRP1_UKTJ
Location: Vauxhall, London (Hybrid - 3 days in the office, based in our modern workspace in Kennington Park) Hours: 9am - 5pm, Monday to Friday (some flexibility available) This role offers a rare chance to work across teams - grants development, fundraising and marketing along with the finance and operations team to support the delivery of our work, and gives you broad organisational exposure and multiple career pathways. You will enjoy: Real variety: No two days look the same - you could be supporting finance processes, coordinating interviews, preparing documents, greeting visitors, or helping with office logistics. Genuine development: You will gain hands-on experience in: Charity finance HR Administration Operational systems and processes Office and organisational support Friendly team environment: You'll be joining a supportive team who care about the mission and about each other. We work collaboratively, share ideas, and help one another succeed. A meaningful purpose: You work will directly support programmes that improve the lives of children and young people experiencing significant hardship. About Buttle UK Buttle UK exists to make a real difference to the lives of children and young people who are facing crisis, hardship and lack of opportunity. We provided targeted grants and practical support through our Chances for Children grants and a network of partners. We are a value-led organisation, and we're building a culture where colleagues feel listened to, trusted and supported. About the Role: This is an ideal role for someone who enjoys being at the heart of an organisation and likes supporting a busy, friendly team, working across teams - grants development, fundraising and marketing alongside the finance and operations team. We are looking for someone with good experience of working in a growing organisation who is able to build good working relationships with colleagues and manage multiple priorities. Knowledge of basic financial principles and previous experience of working within finance and administrative roles is essential. As well as good communication skills both verbal and written, the candidate will be flexible in the way they work and take the initiative when needed. They will also demonstrate a willingness to learn and an interest in the UK voluntary sector. This role will be a key part of the finance and operations team and contribute to the team's objectives. What will you be doing? 1. Grants and Finance Support: To support the Finance and Grants teams by liaising with suppliers of items for grants, checking invoices and records, issuing purchase orders and placing orders Providing first level support with the grants database system. Support with invoice entry and payment reconciliation on the grants system. Manage the organisation's petty cash and reconciliation Support with processing invoices for payment Scanning, filing and logging account documents Checking and updating ledger balances using the computerised accounting systems 2. HR Support: Support the HR Manager with recruitment and onboarding processes, and other key HR activities, including: Assist the teams with recruitment administrative tasks including posting job adverts on relevant job boards; arranging interviews; responding to job applicants; issuing reference requests; filing of recruitment records. Provide support with induction process and induction schedules for new joiners. Perform data entry and update records and databases for personnel in the HR Information system. Update organisation charts and other key documents and handle confidential information professionally. 3. Reception and Enquiries: Welcome visitors at Buttle UK and be the first point of contact for phone calls and visitors, signposting callers and enquiries when Buttle UK cannot assist Take responsibility for the out-of-hours voicemail facility and respond to all messages on a timely basis. Manage company correspondence including phone calls, emails, letters and packages in accordance with Buttle UK procedures, and distribute to relevant staff. 4. General Administration for the Buttle Office Organise set up of meeting rooms ahead of key meetings Make travel arrangements and hotel bookings for staff where necessary Ad-hoc admin tasks as directed by the Senior Management Team Track office stationery levels, including printer requirements and equipment for home-based staff, re-ordering, when required, and maintain relationships with stationery suppliers. Oversee day-to-day office functions to ensure the office runs smoothly and efficiently. Maintain and organise office files, both physical and digital. Support the organisation during office events including staff meetings, team building activities and corporate functions. This role is perfect if you enjoy a mixture of people-focused and systems-focused tasks. Every day is different - you will receive training and support to succeed in your role. What We're Looking For: We're looking for someone who is: Organised and reliable Friendly and people-oriented Comfortable with numbers and systems Happy working with multiple teams Proactive and keen to learn Calm under pressure and able to prioritise Person Specification Essential At least one year working in an administrative and/or finance role General book-keeping and accounting experience - AAT entry level certification desired Experience of using databases and spreadsheets Experience of providing support to several teams, ability to multi-task and prioritise. Experience of dealing with people from a wide range of backgrounds, both on the phone and in person Good organisational skills and attention to detail Proven IT skills, including Google Suite and Microsoft office Strong communication skills Willingness to learn new systems (finance, HR, grants) A positive, proactive and helpful approach Ability to maintain confidentiality Desirable Experience in an admin, finance, HR or customer-facing role Experience of using databases An interest in learning and development and interest in working within the charity sector Attitude A self-starter with energy and drive, who is willing to respond to what needs doing and to take responsibility for their work Efficient, adaptable and proactive approach to working. A commitment to promote the best interests of children and young people. Empathetic and non-judgmental towards the needs of children and families living in poverty. What We Offer Hybrid working (c.3 days in the office) Strong commitment to staff development Cycle to Work Scheme Generous 25 days annual leave + Christmas closure + bank holidays Employer pension contribution Employee assistance programme for staff wellbeing and support Life assurance scheme Free eye tests and payment of up to £100 for glasses if required Enhanced maternity/paternity and sick pay Opportunities for career progression in Finance, HR or Operations How to apply for the role To apply, please submit your CV and include a supporting statement of how you meet the requirements of this role via the button below. Interviews: Monday 9th & Thursday 12th March 2026 Please note that we may close the advert for this role early if we receive applications from suitable candidates. We hope you will apply as early as possible if you are interested in the role.
Feb 21, 2026
Full time
Location: Vauxhall, London (Hybrid - 3 days in the office, based in our modern workspace in Kennington Park) Hours: 9am - 5pm, Monday to Friday (some flexibility available) This role offers a rare chance to work across teams - grants development, fundraising and marketing along with the finance and operations team to support the delivery of our work, and gives you broad organisational exposure and multiple career pathways. You will enjoy: Real variety: No two days look the same - you could be supporting finance processes, coordinating interviews, preparing documents, greeting visitors, or helping with office logistics. Genuine development: You will gain hands-on experience in: Charity finance HR Administration Operational systems and processes Office and organisational support Friendly team environment: You'll be joining a supportive team who care about the mission and about each other. We work collaboratively, share ideas, and help one another succeed. A meaningful purpose: You work will directly support programmes that improve the lives of children and young people experiencing significant hardship. About Buttle UK Buttle UK exists to make a real difference to the lives of children and young people who are facing crisis, hardship and lack of opportunity. We provided targeted grants and practical support through our Chances for Children grants and a network of partners. We are a value-led organisation, and we're building a culture where colleagues feel listened to, trusted and supported. About the Role: This is an ideal role for someone who enjoys being at the heart of an organisation and likes supporting a busy, friendly team, working across teams - grants development, fundraising and marketing alongside the finance and operations team. We are looking for someone with good experience of working in a growing organisation who is able to build good working relationships with colleagues and manage multiple priorities. Knowledge of basic financial principles and previous experience of working within finance and administrative roles is essential. As well as good communication skills both verbal and written, the candidate will be flexible in the way they work and take the initiative when needed. They will also demonstrate a willingness to learn and an interest in the UK voluntary sector. This role will be a key part of the finance and operations team and contribute to the team's objectives. What will you be doing? 1. Grants and Finance Support: To support the Finance and Grants teams by liaising with suppliers of items for grants, checking invoices and records, issuing purchase orders and placing orders Providing first level support with the grants database system. Support with invoice entry and payment reconciliation on the grants system. Manage the organisation's petty cash and reconciliation Support with processing invoices for payment Scanning, filing and logging account documents Checking and updating ledger balances using the computerised accounting systems 2. HR Support: Support the HR Manager with recruitment and onboarding processes, and other key HR activities, including: Assist the teams with recruitment administrative tasks including posting job adverts on relevant job boards; arranging interviews; responding to job applicants; issuing reference requests; filing of recruitment records. Provide support with induction process and induction schedules for new joiners. Perform data entry and update records and databases for personnel in the HR Information system. Update organisation charts and other key documents and handle confidential information professionally. 3. Reception and Enquiries: Welcome visitors at Buttle UK and be the first point of contact for phone calls and visitors, signposting callers and enquiries when Buttle UK cannot assist Take responsibility for the out-of-hours voicemail facility and respond to all messages on a timely basis. Manage company correspondence including phone calls, emails, letters and packages in accordance with Buttle UK procedures, and distribute to relevant staff. 4. General Administration for the Buttle Office Organise set up of meeting rooms ahead of key meetings Make travel arrangements and hotel bookings for staff where necessary Ad-hoc admin tasks as directed by the Senior Management Team Track office stationery levels, including printer requirements and equipment for home-based staff, re-ordering, when required, and maintain relationships with stationery suppliers. Oversee day-to-day office functions to ensure the office runs smoothly and efficiently. Maintain and organise office files, both physical and digital. Support the organisation during office events including staff meetings, team building activities and corporate functions. This role is perfect if you enjoy a mixture of people-focused and systems-focused tasks. Every day is different - you will receive training and support to succeed in your role. What We're Looking For: We're looking for someone who is: Organised and reliable Friendly and people-oriented Comfortable with numbers and systems Happy working with multiple teams Proactive and keen to learn Calm under pressure and able to prioritise Person Specification Essential At least one year working in an administrative and/or finance role General book-keeping and accounting experience - AAT entry level certification desired Experience of using databases and spreadsheets Experience of providing support to several teams, ability to multi-task and prioritise. Experience of dealing with people from a wide range of backgrounds, both on the phone and in person Good organisational skills and attention to detail Proven IT skills, including Google Suite and Microsoft office Strong communication skills Willingness to learn new systems (finance, HR, grants) A positive, proactive and helpful approach Ability to maintain confidentiality Desirable Experience in an admin, finance, HR or customer-facing role Experience of using databases An interest in learning and development and interest in working within the charity sector Attitude A self-starter with energy and drive, who is willing to respond to what needs doing and to take responsibility for their work Efficient, adaptable and proactive approach to working. A commitment to promote the best interests of children and young people. Empathetic and non-judgmental towards the needs of children and families living in poverty. What We Offer Hybrid working (c.3 days in the office) Strong commitment to staff development Cycle to Work Scheme Generous 25 days annual leave + Christmas closure + bank holidays Employer pension contribution Employee assistance programme for staff wellbeing and support Life assurance scheme Free eye tests and payment of up to £100 for glasses if required Enhanced maternity/paternity and sick pay Opportunities for career progression in Finance, HR or Operations How to apply for the role To apply, please submit your CV and include a supporting statement of how you meet the requirements of this role via the button below. Interviews: Monday 9th & Thursday 12th March 2026 Please note that we may close the advert for this role early if we receive applications from suitable candidates. We hope you will apply as early as possible if you are interested in the role.
Cedar is partnered with a national, contract-led services business to appoint an Interim Senior Finance Manager. This is a 6-month contract offering a day rate of £425-500, based in Central Manchester with hybrid working. This is a newly created interim role within a live operational environment, offering scope, autonomy and meaningful exposure to senior stakeholders click apply for full job details
Feb 21, 2026
Contractor
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FP&A and Property Finance - Senior Property Strategy Analyst Dunstable, UK Job Description Posted Tuesday 17 February 2026 at 01:00 Expires Wednesday 18 March 2026 at 00:59 Senior Finance Analyst - Property Strategy Contract Term:Permanent Location: Whitbread Court, Dunstable, LU5 5XE with hybrid working (minimum of 3 days a week in our Dunstable campus) The Property Strategy team is at the heart of Whitbread's Estate Planning function, driving short- and long-term site investment strategies to maximise the potential of our estate. From reshaping sites to creating new opportunities, the team is focused on unlocking value and delivering exceptional results, including supporting the business to deliver £500m target in cash receipts from our estate optimisation programme. This role is a fantastic opportunity to make a real impact. You'll support the Property Strategy Finance Manager in shaping plans that combine redeveloping existing sites with acquiring new ones, helping to define the future of our estate. You'll also play a key part in managing our Property Strategy database, ensuring accurate and timely insights drive smarter decisions. This role will give you an opportunity to work closely with teams across the business, aligning strategies and contributing to high-profile projects that shape the future of Whitbread. If you're ready to take on a role that blends analysis, strategy, and big-picture thinking, this is your chance to be part of something transformative. Why You'll Love It Here Healthcare:Family BUPA healthcare Discounts: Up to 60% discount on Premier Inn stays and 25% discount on our Restaurant brands Pension:up to 10% matched pension Bonus:up to 20% annual bonus What you will be doing Review and optimise site options to find the best opportunities for growth. Create models to evaluate property investments and their potential returns. Work with business partners to ensure projects deliver great results. Support the Accelerated Growth Programme (AGP) by helping convert restaurants into hotel rooms. Track and report on site exit and disposals to keep projects on track. Provide clear, timely insights to help the business make smart decisions. Why we'd love you to apply. Ability to be able to work out a means to derive meaningful analysis with minimal support Analytical mindset with the ability to quickly connect ideas and build financial models independently. Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to build strong relationships with stakeholders. Newly qualified or a passed finalist in an accounting qualification (or equivalent experience). Be part of our Finance team at Whitbread:Times are changing and our ambition is bigger than ever. This means huge things when it comes to budget and forecasting, and that's where our Finance team really springs into action. Finding the right answers to drive us forwards. With new concepts launching, new spaces secured and reams of plans in motion, there's no more exciting time to join
Feb 21, 2026
Full time
FP&A and Property Finance - Senior Property Strategy Analyst Dunstable, UK Job Description Posted Tuesday 17 February 2026 at 01:00 Expires Wednesday 18 March 2026 at 00:59 Senior Finance Analyst - Property Strategy Contract Term:Permanent Location: Whitbread Court, Dunstable, LU5 5XE with hybrid working (minimum of 3 days a week in our Dunstable campus) The Property Strategy team is at the heart of Whitbread's Estate Planning function, driving short- and long-term site investment strategies to maximise the potential of our estate. From reshaping sites to creating new opportunities, the team is focused on unlocking value and delivering exceptional results, including supporting the business to deliver £500m target in cash receipts from our estate optimisation programme. This role is a fantastic opportunity to make a real impact. You'll support the Property Strategy Finance Manager in shaping plans that combine redeveloping existing sites with acquiring new ones, helping to define the future of our estate. You'll also play a key part in managing our Property Strategy database, ensuring accurate and timely insights drive smarter decisions. This role will give you an opportunity to work closely with teams across the business, aligning strategies and contributing to high-profile projects that shape the future of Whitbread. If you're ready to take on a role that blends analysis, strategy, and big-picture thinking, this is your chance to be part of something transformative. Why You'll Love It Here Healthcare:Family BUPA healthcare Discounts: Up to 60% discount on Premier Inn stays and 25% discount on our Restaurant brands Pension:up to 10% matched pension Bonus:up to 20% annual bonus What you will be doing Review and optimise site options to find the best opportunities for growth. Create models to evaluate property investments and their potential returns. Work with business partners to ensure projects deliver great results. Support the Accelerated Growth Programme (AGP) by helping convert restaurants into hotel rooms. Track and report on site exit and disposals to keep projects on track. Provide clear, timely insights to help the business make smart decisions. Why we'd love you to apply. Ability to be able to work out a means to derive meaningful analysis with minimal support Analytical mindset with the ability to quickly connect ideas and build financial models independently. Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to build strong relationships with stakeholders. Newly qualified or a passed finalist in an accounting qualification (or equivalent experience). Be part of our Finance team at Whitbread:Times are changing and our ambition is bigger than ever. This means huge things when it comes to budget and forecasting, and that's where our Finance team really springs into action. Finding the right answers to drive us forwards. With new concepts launching, new spaces secured and reams of plans in motion, there's no more exciting time to join
Division THG Beauty Location UK, London Job Type Full-time About THG We are THG, a global ecommerce group on a mission to be the global online leader in beauty and sports nutrition. Our portfolio of leading retailers and brands such as LOOKFANTASTIC, Myprotein, ESPA, Perricone MD, and Cult Beauty form our two core businesses: THG Beauty and THG Nutrition. From Manchester to New York, we're powered by a team of over 2500 people who work together, lead by example, and think BIG. With us, you'll go further, faster. What are you waiting for? Life at THG Beauty We know that beauty isn't one-size-fits-all. Our portfolio of leading retailers and iconic beauty brands caters to everyone, everywhere, empowering customers all over the world to look and feel fantastic. By combining our portfolio of owned brands with a marketplace for over 1,300 third-party beauty brands through online retail sites LOOKFANTASTIC, Cult Beauty, and Dermstore, THG Beauty's ambition is to be the global digital partner of choice across the beauty industry, supporting the channel shift to online. THG Beauty's breadth of relationships is unique to the beauty market; it engages with brands as a retailer, a brand owner, and a product developer and manufacturer, making it the industry's digital strategic leader. Who is Cult Beauty? Well, we're a beauty-obsessed team who share a common goal - to become the most trusted beauty retailer in the world! We're all about intelligent beauty, from the way we pick our ever-lusted-after brands to how we talk to our exceptionally savvy customers. Our Cult Community values transparency and so do we. That's why we only sell the products that truly blow us away and publish every review on our site. To achieve this goal, we want to collaborate with individuals who have the same vision. As part of the Cult Beauty team, you'll be encouraged to share ideas and empowered to aim for the skies. We're a team so if we fail, we fail together and try again. We're not just here to sell the most unbelievably amazing beauty products in the world, we also want to challenge the definition of what 'beauty' is and use our platform to challenge the status quo - both in our industry and society. Why be a Senior Retail Media Manager at THG Beauty? The Senior Retail Media Manager is responsible for driving the success of specific categories as well as key brand partnerships through Cult Beauty's onsite retail media offering. This role owns onsite media strategy for three product categories as well as some priority brands with these categories, ensuring media investment supports commercial goals, category growth, achieves brand partner goals and supports long-term partnerships. Working cross functionally alongside category buyers, merchandisers, core marketing, data and finance teams, this role shapes how top brands use owned and offsite media to optimise their strategy and performance on Cult Beauty. As Senior Retail Media Manager, you'll: Key Brand Strategy & Partnerships Own retail media strategy for Skin, Body and Fragrance Categories Own onsite retail media strategy for a portfolio of priority brands Lead media planning conversations as part of joint business planning (JBP) Translate brand objectives into scalable media approaches Act as a senior, trusted partner to brand and agency stakeholders Define how media supports discovery, consideration, and conversion Guide the use of sponsored products, sponsored brands, and onsite display Guide the use of Paid Social Media to bolster campaign performance Set strategic direction for budgets, formats, and category priorities Ensure media plans align with launches, seasonal peaks, wider CB campaigns and trading moments Commercial & Category Alignment Responsible for achieving the Retail Media targets attributed to your Categories Use onsite media to support hero brands, innovation, and range expansion Balance brand investment with retail revenue and category performance Performance, Insight & Storytelling Own performance narratives for key brands, supported by clear insights Review results and optimisation direction without managing daily changes Use shopper and sales data to inform strategic recommendations Demonstrate the value of onsite media through outcomes and case studies Ways of Working & Influence Management of team of Category Managers and Execs Set best-practice frameworks for key brand engagement and planning Guide and review campaigns delivered by channel activation teams What skills and experience do I need for this role? Required 6-10+ years' experience in retail media, eCommerce, or digital commerce strategy Strong experience working with key brand partners or strategic accounts Deep understanding of ecommerce and brand health metrics and application of onsite retail media formats. Strong understanding of digital advertising platforms (e.g. Criteo, Liveramp, META, TikTok, Pinkrest). Strong experience working to income/ sales targets and with budgets Commercial mindset with experience contributing to JBPs Strong storytelling and presentation skills for senior stakeholders Ability to manage multiple projects and stakeholders in a fast-paced environment. Strong Excel, PowerPoint, and media analytics skills. Success Metrics Growth and retention of category media investment Quality and impact of onsite media strategies Strength of brand partnerships and JBP outcomes Alignment between media, core marketing and buying teams Perceived value of onsite retail media among top advertiser What's in it for me? Access bespoke development programmes that have been designed and developed by our in-house L&D team. Continued development through our upskilling programme that is delivered in partnership with an industry-leading training provider. Enhanced Leave 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays. Don't want to work on your birthday? We don't either! Enjoy your day off on us! Enhanced maternity and paternity pay, depending on length of service. Up to 10 days compassionate leave. Buy back up to 3 days each year. Access face-to-face and virtual appointments with our in-house GP. Access our 247 Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) which is provided by Bupa. Other Perks Save up to 12% on the cost of personal tech through our salary sacrifice scheme. Up to 50% staff discount on THG brands. Know someone who would be perfect for THG? Refer them and get up to £1000 when they pass their probation. Anniversary gifts when you hit 5 and 10 years of service. THG is proud to be a Disability Confident Committed employer. If you are invited to interview, please let us know if there are any reasonable adjustments we can make to the recruitment process that will enable you to perform to the best of your ability. THG is committed to creating a diverse & inclusive environment and hence welcomes applications from all sections of the community. Because of the high volumes of applications our opportunities attract, it sometimes takes us time to review and consider them all. We endeavour to respond to every application we receive within 14 days. If you haven't heard from us within that time frame or should you have any specific questions about this or other applications for positions at THG please contact one of our Talent team to discuss further. Apply for this job Required First Name Last Name Email Phone Resume/CV How did you hear about THG? Do you require sponsorship to work in the UK? Please disclose your salary expectations to ensure they align with our budgets
Feb 21, 2026
Full time
Division THG Beauty Location UK, London Job Type Full-time About THG We are THG, a global ecommerce group on a mission to be the global online leader in beauty and sports nutrition. Our portfolio of leading retailers and brands such as LOOKFANTASTIC, Myprotein, ESPA, Perricone MD, and Cult Beauty form our two core businesses: THG Beauty and THG Nutrition. From Manchester to New York, we're powered by a team of over 2500 people who work together, lead by example, and think BIG. With us, you'll go further, faster. What are you waiting for? Life at THG Beauty We know that beauty isn't one-size-fits-all. Our portfolio of leading retailers and iconic beauty brands caters to everyone, everywhere, empowering customers all over the world to look and feel fantastic. By combining our portfolio of owned brands with a marketplace for over 1,300 third-party beauty brands through online retail sites LOOKFANTASTIC, Cult Beauty, and Dermstore, THG Beauty's ambition is to be the global digital partner of choice across the beauty industry, supporting the channel shift to online. THG Beauty's breadth of relationships is unique to the beauty market; it engages with brands as a retailer, a brand owner, and a product developer and manufacturer, making it the industry's digital strategic leader. Who is Cult Beauty? Well, we're a beauty-obsessed team who share a common goal - to become the most trusted beauty retailer in the world! We're all about intelligent beauty, from the way we pick our ever-lusted-after brands to how we talk to our exceptionally savvy customers. Our Cult Community values transparency and so do we. That's why we only sell the products that truly blow us away and publish every review on our site. To achieve this goal, we want to collaborate with individuals who have the same vision. As part of the Cult Beauty team, you'll be encouraged to share ideas and empowered to aim for the skies. We're a team so if we fail, we fail together and try again. We're not just here to sell the most unbelievably amazing beauty products in the world, we also want to challenge the definition of what 'beauty' is and use our platform to challenge the status quo - both in our industry and society. Why be a Senior Retail Media Manager at THG Beauty? The Senior Retail Media Manager is responsible for driving the success of specific categories as well as key brand partnerships through Cult Beauty's onsite retail media offering. This role owns onsite media strategy for three product categories as well as some priority brands with these categories, ensuring media investment supports commercial goals, category growth, achieves brand partner goals and supports long-term partnerships. Working cross functionally alongside category buyers, merchandisers, core marketing, data and finance teams, this role shapes how top brands use owned and offsite media to optimise their strategy and performance on Cult Beauty. As Senior Retail Media Manager, you'll: Key Brand Strategy & Partnerships Own retail media strategy for Skin, Body and Fragrance Categories Own onsite retail media strategy for a portfolio of priority brands Lead media planning conversations as part of joint business planning (JBP) Translate brand objectives into scalable media approaches Act as a senior, trusted partner to brand and agency stakeholders Define how media supports discovery, consideration, and conversion Guide the use of sponsored products, sponsored brands, and onsite display Guide the use of Paid Social Media to bolster campaign performance Set strategic direction for budgets, formats, and category priorities Ensure media plans align with launches, seasonal peaks, wider CB campaigns and trading moments Commercial & Category Alignment Responsible for achieving the Retail Media targets attributed to your Categories Use onsite media to support hero brands, innovation, and range expansion Balance brand investment with retail revenue and category performance Performance, Insight & Storytelling Own performance narratives for key brands, supported by clear insights Review results and optimisation direction without managing daily changes Use shopper and sales data to inform strategic recommendations Demonstrate the value of onsite media through outcomes and case studies Ways of Working & Influence Management of team of Category Managers and Execs Set best-practice frameworks for key brand engagement and planning Guide and review campaigns delivered by channel activation teams What skills and experience do I need for this role? Required 6-10+ years' experience in retail media, eCommerce, or digital commerce strategy Strong experience working with key brand partners or strategic accounts Deep understanding of ecommerce and brand health metrics and application of onsite retail media formats. Strong understanding of digital advertising platforms (e.g. Criteo, Liveramp, META, TikTok, Pinkrest). Strong experience working to income/ sales targets and with budgets Commercial mindset with experience contributing to JBPs Strong storytelling and presentation skills for senior stakeholders Ability to manage multiple projects and stakeholders in a fast-paced environment. Strong Excel, PowerPoint, and media analytics skills. Success Metrics Growth and retention of category media investment Quality and impact of onsite media strategies Strength of brand partnerships and JBP outcomes Alignment between media, core marketing and buying teams Perceived value of onsite retail media among top advertiser What's in it for me? Access bespoke development programmes that have been designed and developed by our in-house L&D team. Continued development through our upskilling programme that is delivered in partnership with an industry-leading training provider. Enhanced Leave 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays. Don't want to work on your birthday? We don't either! Enjoy your day off on us! Enhanced maternity and paternity pay, depending on length of service. Up to 10 days compassionate leave. Buy back up to 3 days each year. Access face-to-face and virtual appointments with our in-house GP. Access our 247 Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) which is provided by Bupa. Other Perks Save up to 12% on the cost of personal tech through our salary sacrifice scheme. Up to 50% staff discount on THG brands. Know someone who would be perfect for THG? Refer them and get up to £1000 when they pass their probation. Anniversary gifts when you hit 5 and 10 years of service. THG is proud to be a Disability Confident Committed employer. If you are invited to interview, please let us know if there are any reasonable adjustments we can make to the recruitment process that will enable you to perform to the best of your ability. THG is committed to creating a diverse & inclusive environment and hence welcomes applications from all sections of the community. Because of the high volumes of applications our opportunities attract, it sometimes takes us time to review and consider them all. We endeavour to respond to every application we receive within 14 days. If you haven't heard from us within that time frame or should you have any specific questions about this or other applications for positions at THG please contact one of our Talent team to discuss further. Apply for this job Required First Name Last Name Email Phone Resume/CV How did you hear about THG? Do you require sponsorship to work in the UK? Please disclose your salary expectations to ensure they align with our budgets
K2 Partnering Solutions is a global provider of unique end-to-end consultative solutions in the enterprise applications, AI, and cloud space. Global Compensation Manager We are seeking an experienced Global Compensation Manager to own, design and execute our global compensation strategy across all regions. This role will oversee compensation, benchmarking, pay structures, variable pay programmes and bonus processes-including systems, governance, and policy application. As a heavily sales-driven organisation, you will play a critical role in designing competitive and motivating commission and incentive plans tailored to a global IT staffing and consulting environment. You will also be responsible for selecting and implementing a new compensation benchmarking tool to ensure market alignment and future scalability. Key Responsibilities Compensation Strategy & Governance Develop, implement, and maintain a global compensation strategy and related policies that supports business objectives and ensures internal equity and external competitiveness. Establish and govern compensation policies, guidelines, and frameworks for fixed and variable pay. Provide expert advice to HR partners and leadership on compensation matters, including salary decisions, job levelling, market competitiveness, and pay equity. Lead the implementation, ongoing compliance, and annual reporting requirements for the EU Pay Transparency Directive, ensuring accurate data collection, analysis, and communication across affected countries. Benchmarking, Analytics & Market Insights Lead end-to-end compensation benchmarking processes across all countries, including analysing market data, reviewing salary ranges, and making recommendations for adjustments. Identify, evaluate, and lead the implementation of a new global compensation benchmarking tool/platform. Maintain global salary ranges and compensation structures aligned to business needs and market trends. Deliver compensation analytics, modelling, insights and reports to senior leadership. Bonus, Commission & Variable Pay Management Oversee the design and administration of all global bonus, incentive and variable compensation programmes, ensuring they align with company goals and local market expectations. Partner with Sales Leadership to design, maintain, and optimise sales commission plans, including quota setting frameworks, accelerators, draw policies, and governance. Manage the tools, systems, and operational processes that support bonus and commission calculations, communication, and payout processes. (Xactly) Ensure compliance and correct application of compensation policies across regions. Work with external partners on Compensation design. Compensation Operations & Projects Lead annual compensation cycles (merit reviews, bonus cycles, range updates), recommending improvements to processes and technologies. Partner with HR, Finance, and senior leaders on compensation budget planning and forecasting. Support global job architecture, job evaluation, and levelling processes. Lead compensation-related change initiatives such as harmonisation, scalability improvements, and automation. Skills & Experience Proven experience in global compensation management, ideally within a fast-paced, sales-driven organisation. Strong understanding of salary benchmarking, compensation analytics, job evaluation, and market pricing. Prior experience designing and managing sales commission plans and bonus programmes. Strong analytical and modelling capabilities (Excel/Google Sheets advanced). Experience selecting or implementing compensation tools/platforms (e.g., Radford, Mercer, Carta, OpenComp, PayScale). Ability to interpret complex data and present clear recommendations to senior leadership. Understanding of compensation compliance and variations across global markets. Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills. Professional HR/rewards certification (CIPD, WorldatWork CCP). Key Competencies Strategic thinking with strong business acumen High attention to detail and accuracy Data-driven decision-making Ability to work independently and manage global projects Strong problem-solving skills Ability to influence and collaborate across all levels of the organisation This job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities at any time. K2 Partnering Solutions is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of an individual's actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Our team is dedicated to this policy with respect to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities, access to facilities and programs, and general treatment during employment.
Feb 21, 2026
Full time
K2 Partnering Solutions is a global provider of unique end-to-end consultative solutions in the enterprise applications, AI, and cloud space. Global Compensation Manager We are seeking an experienced Global Compensation Manager to own, design and execute our global compensation strategy across all regions. This role will oversee compensation, benchmarking, pay structures, variable pay programmes and bonus processes-including systems, governance, and policy application. As a heavily sales-driven organisation, you will play a critical role in designing competitive and motivating commission and incentive plans tailored to a global IT staffing and consulting environment. You will also be responsible for selecting and implementing a new compensation benchmarking tool to ensure market alignment and future scalability. Key Responsibilities Compensation Strategy & Governance Develop, implement, and maintain a global compensation strategy and related policies that supports business objectives and ensures internal equity and external competitiveness. Establish and govern compensation policies, guidelines, and frameworks for fixed and variable pay. Provide expert advice to HR partners and leadership on compensation matters, including salary decisions, job levelling, market competitiveness, and pay equity. Lead the implementation, ongoing compliance, and annual reporting requirements for the EU Pay Transparency Directive, ensuring accurate data collection, analysis, and communication across affected countries. Benchmarking, Analytics & Market Insights Lead end-to-end compensation benchmarking processes across all countries, including analysing market data, reviewing salary ranges, and making recommendations for adjustments. Identify, evaluate, and lead the implementation of a new global compensation benchmarking tool/platform. Maintain global salary ranges and compensation structures aligned to business needs and market trends. Deliver compensation analytics, modelling, insights and reports to senior leadership. Bonus, Commission & Variable Pay Management Oversee the design and administration of all global bonus, incentive and variable compensation programmes, ensuring they align with company goals and local market expectations. Partner with Sales Leadership to design, maintain, and optimise sales commission plans, including quota setting frameworks, accelerators, draw policies, and governance. Manage the tools, systems, and operational processes that support bonus and commission calculations, communication, and payout processes. (Xactly) Ensure compliance and correct application of compensation policies across regions. Work with external partners on Compensation design. Compensation Operations & Projects Lead annual compensation cycles (merit reviews, bonus cycles, range updates), recommending improvements to processes and technologies. Partner with HR, Finance, and senior leaders on compensation budget planning and forecasting. Support global job architecture, job evaluation, and levelling processes. Lead compensation-related change initiatives such as harmonisation, scalability improvements, and automation. Skills & Experience Proven experience in global compensation management, ideally within a fast-paced, sales-driven organisation. Strong understanding of salary benchmarking, compensation analytics, job evaluation, and market pricing. Prior experience designing and managing sales commission plans and bonus programmes. Strong analytical and modelling capabilities (Excel/Google Sheets advanced). Experience selecting or implementing compensation tools/platforms (e.g., Radford, Mercer, Carta, OpenComp, PayScale). Ability to interpret complex data and present clear recommendations to senior leadership. Understanding of compensation compliance and variations across global markets. Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills. Professional HR/rewards certification (CIPD, WorldatWork CCP). Key Competencies Strategic thinking with strong business acumen High attention to detail and accuracy Data-driven decision-making Ability to work independently and manage global projects Strong problem-solving skills Ability to influence and collaborate across all levels of the organisation This job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities at any time. K2 Partnering Solutions is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of an individual's actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Our team is dedicated to this policy with respect to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities, access to facilities and programs, and general treatment during employment.
Team Assistant BR-1293 Team Assistant, £35,000 at investment management firm Exciting opportunity to join an established and growing investment management firm to support 3 senior Wealth Managers and their team, in a role which is predominately PA / TA duties, with a small amount of finance administration related to clients' portfolios. In addition to supporting with diary management, travel, expenses and booking meetings, you will also liaise with clients, who are all HNWIs, so you must be a confident communicator with a professional manner. The role would suit someone who has: - A minimum of one year's experience within finance or a professional services firm - Solid organisational and administrative skills - Strong IT skills Excellent attention to detail - Comfortable liaising with clients, who are all HNWIs This is an exciting role role for someone who is looking for their next step as a PA / TA; the firm offer excellent onboarding and training processes, mentoring from senior PAs / EAs and exposure to senior investment professionals. You will be joining a dynamic, supportive team in beautiful offices in Mayfair. This role is office based Monday-Friday, although there may be some occasions when you could work from home on a Friday. Hours are 8.30am-5.30pm, with a salary of up to £35,000 plus enhanced pension, discretionary bonus and private medical insurance
Feb 21, 2026
Full time
Team Assistant BR-1293 Team Assistant, £35,000 at investment management firm Exciting opportunity to join an established and growing investment management firm to support 3 senior Wealth Managers and their team, in a role which is predominately PA / TA duties, with a small amount of finance administration related to clients' portfolios. In addition to supporting with diary management, travel, expenses and booking meetings, you will also liaise with clients, who are all HNWIs, so you must be a confident communicator with a professional manner. The role would suit someone who has: - A minimum of one year's experience within finance or a professional services firm - Solid organisational and administrative skills - Strong IT skills Excellent attention to detail - Comfortable liaising with clients, who are all HNWIs This is an exciting role role for someone who is looking for their next step as a PA / TA; the firm offer excellent onboarding and training processes, mentoring from senior PAs / EAs and exposure to senior investment professionals. You will be joining a dynamic, supportive team in beautiful offices in Mayfair. This role is office based Monday-Friday, although there may be some occasions when you could work from home on a Friday. Hours are 8.30am-5.30pm, with a salary of up to £35,000 plus enhanced pension, discretionary bonus and private medical insurance
Location : London (Hybrid 3 days in the office) Department : Policy Salary : Circa £42,000 (depending on experience) Hours : 37.5 Contract Type : Permanent About the job They're looking for a strategic and member-focused leader to drive policy and advocacy across their energy Demand and Power sectors. This role will lead their work on energy demand focused on data centres and expanding into industrial and residential demand while working closely with colleagues across Solar & Energy Storage, Decentralised Energy and Finance. Reporting to Head of Power and Energy Demand, you will shape and deliver a clear, impactful policy strategy that reflects and advances their members interests. You ll work closely with Forum Chairs, Steering Groups and members to build strong, majority-backed policy positions, while engaging government, regulators and industry stakeholders to influence decision-making. This is a high-profile role at the heart of the Association, combining stakeholder engagement and commercial awareness. You ll represent the sector externally, strengthen the influence and relevance of their Forums, and help ensure they remain the leading voice for renewable power and energy demand in the UK s transition to net zero. About you: You are an articulate and well-connected policy leader with a passion for accelerating the UK s transition to a net zero energy system. You combine sharp political insight with commercial awareness, and you are confident operating at senior level with parliamentarians, civil servants, regulators and industry executives. Personable and credible, you are comfortable acting as an external ambassador and spokesperson, translating complex policy into compelling, evidence-based positions that drive impact. You bring a strong understanding of UK energy and climate policy, including power markets, flexibility, energy storage, planning, finance and the evolving energy demand landscape particularly the rapid growth of data centres and digital infrastructure. You are experienced in policy development, consultation responses, stakeholder engagement and coalition-building, with a proven ability to secure influence and deliver measurable outcomes. Highly organised and detail-oriented, you are also a strategic thinker able to horizon-scan, identify emerging risks and opportunities, and implement long-term plans that strengthen both policy outcomes and commercial growth. You are resilient under pressure, confident in negotiation, and motivated by delivering results for members and the wider sector. As a self-starter, you thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment and are energised by working across multiple workstreams and deadlines. The position offers an excellent opportunity to contribute directly to the UK s progress towards its Net Zero target, working closely at the forefront of policy and industry in one of the most dynamic periods for the renewable energy sector. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, personable and capable of acting as a trusted external ambassador for their work. They offer clear pathways for professional growth, allowing the successful candidate to broaden their expertise and develop leadership skills in high-value policy areas. Personal Characteristics Enthusiastic with good eye for detail and organisational skills, determination and stamina; a flexible, team player with personal integrity and confidence, and the ability to build relationships with civil servants, politicians, regulators and wider stakeholders. You will be comfortable becoming a spokesperson and leader for the sector, while being comfortable with policy development and regulations. Qualifications and knowledge areas Likely to be educated to postgraduate level in a relevant area, or with equivalent experience, with knowledge of renewable energy and clean technologies and specific knowledge in the areas of energy demand and data centres. Candidates are likely to have a number of years experience in the sector and already be seen as a respected voice or participant in the sector, or a related field. What they offer 25 days holiday plus days between Christmas and New Years treated as holiday Westfield Health insurance + EAP Discounts and perks Birthday voucher Cycle to work scheme Pension scheme Climate perks sustainable travel days How to apply If you feel this role could be the right fit for you, please click the apply now button Please note they reserve the right to close this vacancy ahead of the advertised closing date if sufficient applications are received, therefore they encourage early applications. About them Our client is a not-for-profit trade association, established in 2001. While the world has changed dramatically since then, their mission remains the same: to champion their members and promote a future built on renewable energy and clean technology. Their Vision: A future built on renewable energy and clean technology Their Mission: To decarbonise the economy whilst helping their members build commercially and environmentally sustainable businesses They do this by; CHAMPIONING the role and benefits of renewable energy and clean technologies INFLUENCING governments, industry and individuals EMPOWERING renewable energy and clean technology businesses to achieve sustainable growth REF-
Feb 21, 2026
Full time
Location : London (Hybrid 3 days in the office) Department : Policy Salary : Circa £42,000 (depending on experience) Hours : 37.5 Contract Type : Permanent About the job They're looking for a strategic and member-focused leader to drive policy and advocacy across their energy Demand and Power sectors. This role will lead their work on energy demand focused on data centres and expanding into industrial and residential demand while working closely with colleagues across Solar & Energy Storage, Decentralised Energy and Finance. Reporting to Head of Power and Energy Demand, you will shape and deliver a clear, impactful policy strategy that reflects and advances their members interests. You ll work closely with Forum Chairs, Steering Groups and members to build strong, majority-backed policy positions, while engaging government, regulators and industry stakeholders to influence decision-making. This is a high-profile role at the heart of the Association, combining stakeholder engagement and commercial awareness. You ll represent the sector externally, strengthen the influence and relevance of their Forums, and help ensure they remain the leading voice for renewable power and energy demand in the UK s transition to net zero. About you: You are an articulate and well-connected policy leader with a passion for accelerating the UK s transition to a net zero energy system. You combine sharp political insight with commercial awareness, and you are confident operating at senior level with parliamentarians, civil servants, regulators and industry executives. Personable and credible, you are comfortable acting as an external ambassador and spokesperson, translating complex policy into compelling, evidence-based positions that drive impact. You bring a strong understanding of UK energy and climate policy, including power markets, flexibility, energy storage, planning, finance and the evolving energy demand landscape particularly the rapid growth of data centres and digital infrastructure. You are experienced in policy development, consultation responses, stakeholder engagement and coalition-building, with a proven ability to secure influence and deliver measurable outcomes. Highly organised and detail-oriented, you are also a strategic thinker able to horizon-scan, identify emerging risks and opportunities, and implement long-term plans that strengthen both policy outcomes and commercial growth. You are resilient under pressure, confident in negotiation, and motivated by delivering results for members and the wider sector. As a self-starter, you thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment and are energised by working across multiple workstreams and deadlines. The position offers an excellent opportunity to contribute directly to the UK s progress towards its Net Zero target, working closely at the forefront of policy and industry in one of the most dynamic periods for the renewable energy sector. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, personable and capable of acting as a trusted external ambassador for their work. They offer clear pathways for professional growth, allowing the successful candidate to broaden their expertise and develop leadership skills in high-value policy areas. Personal Characteristics Enthusiastic with good eye for detail and organisational skills, determination and stamina; a flexible, team player with personal integrity and confidence, and the ability to build relationships with civil servants, politicians, regulators and wider stakeholders. You will be comfortable becoming a spokesperson and leader for the sector, while being comfortable with policy development and regulations. Qualifications and knowledge areas Likely to be educated to postgraduate level in a relevant area, or with equivalent experience, with knowledge of renewable energy and clean technologies and specific knowledge in the areas of energy demand and data centres. Candidates are likely to have a number of years experience in the sector and already be seen as a respected voice or participant in the sector, or a related field. What they offer 25 days holiday plus days between Christmas and New Years treated as holiday Westfield Health insurance + EAP Discounts and perks Birthday voucher Cycle to work scheme Pension scheme Climate perks sustainable travel days How to apply If you feel this role could be the right fit for you, please click the apply now button Please note they reserve the right to close this vacancy ahead of the advertised closing date if sufficient applications are received, therefore they encourage early applications. About them Our client is a not-for-profit trade association, established in 2001. While the world has changed dramatically since then, their mission remains the same: to champion their members and promote a future built on renewable energy and clean technology. Their Vision: A future built on renewable energy and clean technology Their Mission: To decarbonise the economy whilst helping their members build commercially and environmentally sustainable businesses They do this by; CHAMPIONING the role and benefits of renewable energy and clean technologies INFLUENCING governments, industry and individuals EMPOWERING renewable energy and clean technology businesses to achieve sustainable growth REF-
Estate Officer CPL have partnered with Northern Ireland Civil Service (NICS) to recruit for an Estate Officer (HPTO) to join their team on a temporary contract, with possibility of extension. Pay Rate - £19.59 per hour Location - DOJ, NICTS, Estates and Security Branch Benefits - 37 days holiday per annum Hours - 37 hours per week Key Duties Monitor and manage cyclical maintenance activity, to include managing the Early Warning Notice (EWN) process and all remedial spend. Manage maintenance programmes, including procurement, contract management, quality control, stakeholder management. Assess adequacy of cyclical maintenance schedules and undertake risk assessments of critical systems, recommending improvements where necessary. Provide an interface with operational managers on issues relating to maintenance and/or compliance. Monitor the Building Energy Management Systems (BEMS) throughout the estate to assist sustainability and carbon reduction targets, while maintaining occupant comfort and ensuring waste is minimised where possible. Perform the role of Project Sponsor using a range of construction related contracts including MTC, NEC4 and local Frameworks. Provide expertise and advice to colleagues on building maintenance and design or on the technical execution of construction or engineering tasks. Develop and monitor SLAs with customers and the supply chain to oversee maintenance performance. Provide a visible presence by ensuring the best quality of service and excellent customer communications. Act as the senior escalation point for maintenance issues raised across a defined range of NICTS buildings and troubleshoot significant operations/service delivery issues in support of supplier partners. Contract management and key relationship management with senior users and key suppliers across a defined range of NICTS buildings. Completion of Business Cases for maintenance orders and projects in line with NIGEAE guidance and the Better Business Case (BBC) model. Monitoring spends on maintenance projects and reporting any projected variance to finance colleagues on a monthly basis. Providing input for line management to allow quarterly monitoring round budget allocation. Closely monitoring contractor expenditure against projections and investigating any anomalies. Monitoring professional fee spend from external delivery partners. Provide effective project management support to the other construction professionals within the Modernisation Division. Using approved methodologies, manage maintenance projects from inception to completion of the procurement cycle. Managing and monitoring risks, issues, costs, benefits and outcomes of maintenance projects. Undertake all line management responsibilities in accordance with NICS HR policy and guidance, ensuring that performance and absence management procedures are followed. Provide advice and guidance to direct report Professional Technical Officers on matters relating to Maintenance Management, Facilities Management and Project Management. Candidate is required to travel throughout the region and therefore must have access to a vehicle ensured for business use. Essential Experience/Qualifications Have a Higher National Certificate (HNC) in engineering or a construction related discipline, AND a minimum of 4 years post qualification experience in estates and/or facilities management. Have a Higher National Diploma (HND) in engineering or a construction related discipline, AND a minimum of 3 years post qualification experience in estates and/or facilities management. Have a degree in engineering or a construction related discipline, AND a minimum of 2 years post qualification experience in estates and/or facilities management. Desired Experience/Qualifications Working towards licentiate (technical) membership of a relevant professional body, such as CIBSE IET, CIOB, RICS, IWFM or hold relevant membership. Relevant or Equivalent Qualifications Applications will also be considered from applicants with relevant formal qualifications considered to be of an equivalent or higher standard to those stated. Relevant or equivalent qualifications: give the type of qualification and date awarded (the date awarded is the date on which you were notified of your result by the official awarding body). If you believe your qualification is equivalent to the one required, the onus is on you to provide the panel with details of modules studied etc so that a well informed decision can be made. For further details please apply directly below or contact Anne-Marie Erhalim directly. If successful you will be required to complete a criminal record check through Access NI, having a criminal conviction will not necessarily exclude you from this process. CPL have a policy on the recruitment of ex offenders, for a copy of this policy please email Cpl is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds. We recognise that a diverse and inclusive workplace will better our relationships and services with our clients, our candidates, our communities, and one another. Be You, Be Kind, Be Proud.
Feb 21, 2026
Full time
Estate Officer CPL have partnered with Northern Ireland Civil Service (NICS) to recruit for an Estate Officer (HPTO) to join their team on a temporary contract, with possibility of extension. Pay Rate - £19.59 per hour Location - DOJ, NICTS, Estates and Security Branch Benefits - 37 days holiday per annum Hours - 37 hours per week Key Duties Monitor and manage cyclical maintenance activity, to include managing the Early Warning Notice (EWN) process and all remedial spend. Manage maintenance programmes, including procurement, contract management, quality control, stakeholder management. Assess adequacy of cyclical maintenance schedules and undertake risk assessments of critical systems, recommending improvements where necessary. Provide an interface with operational managers on issues relating to maintenance and/or compliance. Monitor the Building Energy Management Systems (BEMS) throughout the estate to assist sustainability and carbon reduction targets, while maintaining occupant comfort and ensuring waste is minimised where possible. Perform the role of Project Sponsor using a range of construction related contracts including MTC, NEC4 and local Frameworks. Provide expertise and advice to colleagues on building maintenance and design or on the technical execution of construction or engineering tasks. Develop and monitor SLAs with customers and the supply chain to oversee maintenance performance. Provide a visible presence by ensuring the best quality of service and excellent customer communications. Act as the senior escalation point for maintenance issues raised across a defined range of NICTS buildings and troubleshoot significant operations/service delivery issues in support of supplier partners. Contract management and key relationship management with senior users and key suppliers across a defined range of NICTS buildings. Completion of Business Cases for maintenance orders and projects in line with NIGEAE guidance and the Better Business Case (BBC) model. Monitoring spends on maintenance projects and reporting any projected variance to finance colleagues on a monthly basis. Providing input for line management to allow quarterly monitoring round budget allocation. Closely monitoring contractor expenditure against projections and investigating any anomalies. Monitoring professional fee spend from external delivery partners. Provide effective project management support to the other construction professionals within the Modernisation Division. Using approved methodologies, manage maintenance projects from inception to completion of the procurement cycle. Managing and monitoring risks, issues, costs, benefits and outcomes of maintenance projects. Undertake all line management responsibilities in accordance with NICS HR policy and guidance, ensuring that performance and absence management procedures are followed. Provide advice and guidance to direct report Professional Technical Officers on matters relating to Maintenance Management, Facilities Management and Project Management. Candidate is required to travel throughout the region and therefore must have access to a vehicle ensured for business use. Essential Experience/Qualifications Have a Higher National Certificate (HNC) in engineering or a construction related discipline, AND a minimum of 4 years post qualification experience in estates and/or facilities management. Have a Higher National Diploma (HND) in engineering or a construction related discipline, AND a minimum of 3 years post qualification experience in estates and/or facilities management. Have a degree in engineering or a construction related discipline, AND a minimum of 2 years post qualification experience in estates and/or facilities management. Desired Experience/Qualifications Working towards licentiate (technical) membership of a relevant professional body, such as CIBSE IET, CIOB, RICS, IWFM or hold relevant membership. Relevant or Equivalent Qualifications Applications will also be considered from applicants with relevant formal qualifications considered to be of an equivalent or higher standard to those stated. Relevant or equivalent qualifications: give the type of qualification and date awarded (the date awarded is the date on which you were notified of your result by the official awarding body). If you believe your qualification is equivalent to the one required, the onus is on you to provide the panel with details of modules studied etc so that a well informed decision can be made. For further details please apply directly below or contact Anne-Marie Erhalim directly. If successful you will be required to complete a criminal record check through Access NI, having a criminal conviction will not necessarily exclude you from this process. CPL have a policy on the recruitment of ex offenders, for a copy of this policy please email Cpl is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds. We recognise that a diverse and inclusive workplace will better our relationships and services with our clients, our candidates, our communities, and one another. Be You, Be Kind, Be Proud.
Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS)
Hatfield, Hertfordshire
Job Description Procurement Manager - Logistics 12-month Fixed Term Contract Hybrid - Based from our Hatfield office (2 days onsite) Why Ocado? Here at Ocado Logistics, it's our mission to provide an outstanding customer experience for our partners, developing groundbreaking technology, opening multiple sites at an accelerating rate and engaging in exciting new business partnerships around the world - changing the way the world shops, for good. We're reshaping the way the world shops. From high-tech Customer Fulfilment Centres to bustling delivery hubs and corporate offices, we deliver an exceptional online experience for our customers every day. With over 16,000 colleagues across the UK - from drivers and personal shoppers to engineers and strategists - how our logistics operation is supported, enabled and optimised has never been more important. The Opportunity We're seeking a Procurement Manager to join our Logistics Procurement team on a 12-month fixed term contract, playing a key role in supporting a large-scale, fast-moving logistics operation through effective sourcing, supplier management and commercial insight. This role offers the opportunity to own end-to-end sourcing activity across a broad and varied indirect spend portfolio, partnering closely with stakeholders across Logistics, Operations, Technology, People and Supply Chain. Reporting into the Senior Procurement Manager within Logistics Finance, you'll act as a trusted procurement manager, balancing commercial rigour with operational realities.This is a truly excellent opportunity for a procurement professional who enjoys variety, pace and impact. We're looking for someone with experience working as a Procurement Manager or in a similar role within a fast-paced environment, typically gained within FMCG, Retail, Logistics, Manufacturing or a comparable sector. What you'll be doing Managing supplier relationships across a diverse portfolio, with individual supplier spend of up to £5m per annum Leading commercial negotiations in line with Ocado Procurement Policy and best practice Owning end-to-end sourcing activity, from requirements gathering through to contracting Conducting market analysis to identify commercial, operational and supply-chain risks and opportunities Driving risk awareness across sourcing, contracting and the wider supply chain Leading due diligence and onboarding of new suppliers Tracking supplier spend against budgets and identifying savings and value opportunities Acting as a trusted procurement advisor to stakeholders, aligned to CIPS best practice Supporting category planning and key supplier relationships alongside the Senior Procurement Manager What we're looking for Proven experience in procurement within a fast-paced, complex environment Experience managing indirect goods and services; logistics, retail, FMCG or similar sectors preferred Strong commercial and contract management capability, with the ability to identify risk and opportunity Confident stakeholder management and supplier negotiation skills Comfortable working cross-functionally and influencing without formal authority Experience analysing commercial and financial supplier data to inform decision-making Knowledge of categories such as FM Services, Utilities, SaaS, Fleet, Consumables or Professional Services would be an advantage Key behaviours for success Strong planning and organisational skills Ability to persuade and influence stakeholders at all levels High attention to detail with a proactive, self-starter mindset Resilient, energetic and motivated in a changing environment What you can expect to receive in return At Ocado, we believe in a workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. You'll find a collaborative environment alongside an award-winning recognition programme and benefits package designed to support your wellbeing and work-life balance. Flexible Work: 30 days of 'work from anywhere' per year Wellbeing Support: Dedicated wellbeing apps and an Employee Assistance Programme Generous Leave: 25 days annual leave, rising to 27 after 5 years, with the option to buy more Pension: Up to 7% employer contribution matching Private Medical Cover: Comprehensive private medical insurance Family-Friendly Policies: Maternity, adoption, shared parental leave and paternity leave Financial Benefits: Interest-free season ticket loans and Cycle to Work scheme Travel Support: Free shuttle buses to site Share Schemes: Opportunity to participate in company share plans Shopping Perks: 15% discount on plus discounts with popular retailers and restaurants Financial Protection: Income Protection and Life Insurance Ocado Group is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to ensuring all applicants are treated fairly and equally, regardless of sex, sexual orientation, marital status, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, age, disability, or union membership status.
Feb 21, 2026
Full time
Job Description Procurement Manager - Logistics 12-month Fixed Term Contract Hybrid - Based from our Hatfield office (2 days onsite) Why Ocado? Here at Ocado Logistics, it's our mission to provide an outstanding customer experience for our partners, developing groundbreaking technology, opening multiple sites at an accelerating rate and engaging in exciting new business partnerships around the world - changing the way the world shops, for good. We're reshaping the way the world shops. From high-tech Customer Fulfilment Centres to bustling delivery hubs and corporate offices, we deliver an exceptional online experience for our customers every day. With over 16,000 colleagues across the UK - from drivers and personal shoppers to engineers and strategists - how our logistics operation is supported, enabled and optimised has never been more important. The Opportunity We're seeking a Procurement Manager to join our Logistics Procurement team on a 12-month fixed term contract, playing a key role in supporting a large-scale, fast-moving logistics operation through effective sourcing, supplier management and commercial insight. This role offers the opportunity to own end-to-end sourcing activity across a broad and varied indirect spend portfolio, partnering closely with stakeholders across Logistics, Operations, Technology, People and Supply Chain. Reporting into the Senior Procurement Manager within Logistics Finance, you'll act as a trusted procurement manager, balancing commercial rigour with operational realities.This is a truly excellent opportunity for a procurement professional who enjoys variety, pace and impact. We're looking for someone with experience working as a Procurement Manager or in a similar role within a fast-paced environment, typically gained within FMCG, Retail, Logistics, Manufacturing or a comparable sector. What you'll be doing Managing supplier relationships across a diverse portfolio, with individual supplier spend of up to £5m per annum Leading commercial negotiations in line with Ocado Procurement Policy and best practice Owning end-to-end sourcing activity, from requirements gathering through to contracting Conducting market analysis to identify commercial, operational and supply-chain risks and opportunities Driving risk awareness across sourcing, contracting and the wider supply chain Leading due diligence and onboarding of new suppliers Tracking supplier spend against budgets and identifying savings and value opportunities Acting as a trusted procurement advisor to stakeholders, aligned to CIPS best practice Supporting category planning and key supplier relationships alongside the Senior Procurement Manager What we're looking for Proven experience in procurement within a fast-paced, complex environment Experience managing indirect goods and services; logistics, retail, FMCG or similar sectors preferred Strong commercial and contract management capability, with the ability to identify risk and opportunity Confident stakeholder management and supplier negotiation skills Comfortable working cross-functionally and influencing without formal authority Experience analysing commercial and financial supplier data to inform decision-making Knowledge of categories such as FM Services, Utilities, SaaS, Fleet, Consumables or Professional Services would be an advantage Key behaviours for success Strong planning and organisational skills Ability to persuade and influence stakeholders at all levels High attention to detail with a proactive, self-starter mindset Resilient, energetic and motivated in a changing environment What you can expect to receive in return At Ocado, we believe in a workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. You'll find a collaborative environment alongside an award-winning recognition programme and benefits package designed to support your wellbeing and work-life balance. Flexible Work: 30 days of 'work from anywhere' per year Wellbeing Support: Dedicated wellbeing apps and an Employee Assistance Programme Generous Leave: 25 days annual leave, rising to 27 after 5 years, with the option to buy more Pension: Up to 7% employer contribution matching Private Medical Cover: Comprehensive private medical insurance Family-Friendly Policies: Maternity, adoption, shared parental leave and paternity leave Financial Benefits: Interest-free season ticket loans and Cycle to Work scheme Travel Support: Free shuttle buses to site Share Schemes: Opportunity to participate in company share plans Shopping Perks: 15% discount on plus discounts with popular retailers and restaurants Financial Protection: Income Protection and Life Insurance Ocado Group is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to ensuring all applicants are treated fairly and equally, regardless of sex, sexual orientation, marital status, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, age, disability, or union membership status.
About The Role: We are working with a mid-sized, highly desirable, design-focused architectural studio that specialise in a variety of ground-breaking cultural projects internationally. They are now seeking a Practice Manager to play a pivotal role in the operational, HR, and organisational running of the practice. Working closely with senior leadership, you will take ownership of the day-to-day management of the studio, ensuring that people, processes, and operational systems run smoothly. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys autonomy, thrives in a fast-paced creative environment, and is motivated by building a well-supported, well-organised, and high-performing studio. The ideal candidate will be proactive, confident, and hungry for a challenge - someone who can bring structure, clarity, and energy to the role while maintaining a warm, people-first approach. The practice has a collaborative, inclusive culture, making this an exciting environment for a motivated operations professional looking to make a meaningful impact. Key Responsibilities: Oversee day-to-day studio operations, ensuring the practice runs smoothly and remains a welcoming, well-supported environment Manage HR processes including onboarding, offboarding, contracts, performance cycles, and maintaining accurate staff records Support leadership with recruitment coordination, wellbeing initiatives, and broader culture-building activities Liaise with external finance teams on bookkeeping, payroll, invoicing, and financial reporting while monitoring budgets and operational spend internally Coordinate facilities, suppliers, insurance, contracts, and IT support, ensuring all systems and processes are up to date and effective Lead on compliance, health & safety, risk assessments, and operational policy updates Plan and deliver internal events, meetings, and studio socials, fostering a positive, collaborative culture Work closely with directors on strategic and operational initiatives, identifying opportunities to improve efficiency and practice-wide workflow Key Skills / Requirements: Previous experience in a practice / studio management, or an operations role within architecture, design, or the wider creative industries Strong organisational, operational, and people management skills Confident across HR processes; CIPD advantageous but not essential Comfortable liaising with external finance providers; experience managing budgets or financial admin Excellent communication, problem-solving, and relationship-building skills A proactive, hands-on attitude with the ability to work independently Collaborative, approachable, and calm under pressure To apply for this position please click on the apply button to attach your CV (and portfolio for design positions). By applying for this role, you are confirming that you agree to our Privacy Policy (full details are shown at the bottom of our website), and that all details submitted by you are correct and to the best of your knowledge. The Crowd is an equal opportunities employer and agency.
Feb 21, 2026
Full time
About The Role: We are working with a mid-sized, highly desirable, design-focused architectural studio that specialise in a variety of ground-breaking cultural projects internationally. They are now seeking a Practice Manager to play a pivotal role in the operational, HR, and organisational running of the practice. Working closely with senior leadership, you will take ownership of the day-to-day management of the studio, ensuring that people, processes, and operational systems run smoothly. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys autonomy, thrives in a fast-paced creative environment, and is motivated by building a well-supported, well-organised, and high-performing studio. The ideal candidate will be proactive, confident, and hungry for a challenge - someone who can bring structure, clarity, and energy to the role while maintaining a warm, people-first approach. The practice has a collaborative, inclusive culture, making this an exciting environment for a motivated operations professional looking to make a meaningful impact. Key Responsibilities: Oversee day-to-day studio operations, ensuring the practice runs smoothly and remains a welcoming, well-supported environment Manage HR processes including onboarding, offboarding, contracts, performance cycles, and maintaining accurate staff records Support leadership with recruitment coordination, wellbeing initiatives, and broader culture-building activities Liaise with external finance teams on bookkeeping, payroll, invoicing, and financial reporting while monitoring budgets and operational spend internally Coordinate facilities, suppliers, insurance, contracts, and IT support, ensuring all systems and processes are up to date and effective Lead on compliance, health & safety, risk assessments, and operational policy updates Plan and deliver internal events, meetings, and studio socials, fostering a positive, collaborative culture Work closely with directors on strategic and operational initiatives, identifying opportunities to improve efficiency and practice-wide workflow Key Skills / Requirements: Previous experience in a practice / studio management, or an operations role within architecture, design, or the wider creative industries Strong organisational, operational, and people management skills Confident across HR processes; CIPD advantageous but not essential Comfortable liaising with external finance providers; experience managing budgets or financial admin Excellent communication, problem-solving, and relationship-building skills A proactive, hands-on attitude with the ability to work independently Collaborative, approachable, and calm under pressure To apply for this position please click on the apply button to attach your CV (and portfolio for design positions). By applying for this role, you are confirming that you agree to our Privacy Policy (full details are shown at the bottom of our website), and that all details submitted by you are correct and to the best of your knowledge. The Crowd is an equal opportunities employer and agency.
At AXA XL we offer more than 30 lines of business across Property, Casualty and Specialty risk, insuring companies with most complex risks across different territories. As we look to the future, our desire is to continue growing to ensure we are meeting the needs of all our clients, of all business types and size. The Energy Risk Consultants key mission is to execute the risk consulting strategy for Energy Line of Business, aiming at optimising: Value added support to the risk carrier (risk knowledge, risk selection, loss reduction) for the profitability of insured business Risk consulting services to client as part of the payer to partner strategy (risk consulting value proposition & offers, development of a stream of earnings from risk consulting services to clients) AXA XL's culture of profitable growth is at the core of our underwriting ethos, and the primary driver of both strategic and day-to-day decisions. As an extensive global business, we take pride in teamwork, underwriting excellence, discipline, and the implementation of consistent underwriting and risk consulting standards and practices. We aim to consistently outperform the competition and attract the best talent by being the employer of choice in the markets we operate in. As an Energy Risk Consultant, you will embody these values and be responsible for the delivery of outstanding risk consulting services to underwriters and clients. This role is considered both a technical and market/customer-facing position, supporting the Global Energy Leader to build a strong market and client profile. What you'll be doing What will your essential responsibilities include? Your key mission is to advise Underwriters on industry specific risks and support Clients with risk consulting services and technical assistance. You will regularly visit client sites to evaluate location and industry specific risks and report your findings in a structured way back to underwriting and the client. Assistance in the deployment of Energy Risk Consulting technical standards, liaising with the Energy technical manager. Assistance in the creation of a portfolio of innovative and added value risk consulting offers for our clients, in strong connection with the innovation & development team. You will be working closely with AXA XL's Energy Transition Centre of Excellence, providing them with insights into industry trends, emerging issues and technical information pertinent to transitioning to a decarbonised economy. You will help the underwriting team to enhance their risk knowledge, select profitable clients and reduce losses. You will be working in compliance with our technical rules and guidelines. You will be sharing your knowledge and expertise with colleagues who are interested in learning about energy. You will be working with our local claims team helping them to better understand the losses we pay. Your in-depth industry knowledge is key for this support. You will be reporting to the UK Head of Risk Consulting with a dotted line to the Risk Consulting Energy Leader. What you'll bring We're looking for someone who has these abilities and skills: Degree in Energy, Chemical Engineering, Process Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field Proven experience in the energy industry, specifically oil & gas refining or petrochemical processes (operation, maintenance, or engineering roles) We will also consider candidates with in-depth experience in energy risk consulting Autonomous, curious, and highly motivated individuals Excellent relationship and communication skills Ability to work effectively both independently and within a team Willingness to travel internationally as required Fluency in English; additional languages are a plus What we offer Inclusion AXA XL is committed to equal employment opportunity and will consider applicants regardless of gender, sexual orientation, age, ethnicity and origins, marital status, religion, disability, or any other protected characteristic. At AXA XL, we know that an inclusive culture and enables business growth and is critical to our success. That's why we have made a strategic commitment to attract, develop, advance and retain the most inclusive workforce possible, and create a culture where everyone can bring their full selves to work and reach their highest potential. It's about helping one another - and our business - to move forward and succeed. Five Business Resource Groups focused on gender, LGBTQ+, ethnicity and origins, disability and inclusion with 20 Chapters around the globe. Robust support for Flexible Working Arrangements Enhanced family-friendly leave benefits Named to the Diversity Best Practices Index Signatory to the UK Women in Finance Charter Learn more at AXA XL is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Total Rewards AXA XL's Reward program is designed to take care of what matters most to you, covering the full picture of your health, wellbeing, lifestyle and financial security. It provides competitive compensation and personalized, inclusive benefits that evolve as you do. We're committed to rewarding your contribution for the long term, so you can be your best self today and look forward to the future with confidence. Sustainability At AXA XL, Sustainability is integral to our business strategy. In an ever-changing world, AXA XL protects what matters most for our clients and communities. We know that sustainability is at the root of a more resilient future. Our 2023-26 Sustainability strategy, called "Roots of resilience", focuses on protecting natural ecosystems, addressing climate change, and embedding sustainable practices across our operations. Our Pillars: Valuing nature: How we impact nature affects how nature impacts us. Resilient ecosystems - the foundation of a sustainable planet and society - are essential to our future. We're committed to protecting and restoring nature - from mangrove forests to the bees in our backyard - by increasing biodiversity awareness and inspiring clients and colleagues to put nature at the heart of their plans. Addressing climate change: The effects of a changing climate are far-reaching and significant. Unpredictable weather, increasing temperatures, and rising sea levels cause both social inequalities and environmental disruption. We're building a net zero strategy, developing insurance products and services, and mobilizing to advance thought leadership and investment in societal-led solutions. Integrating ESG: All companies have a role to play in building a more resilient future. Incorporating ESG considerations into our internal processes and practices builds resilience from the roots of our business. We're training our colleagues, engaging our external partners, and evolving our sustainability governance and reporting. AXA Hearts in Action: We have established volunteering and charitable giving programs to help colleagues support causes that matter most to them, known as AXA XL's "Hearts in Action" programs. These include our Matching Gifts program, Volunteering Leave, and our annual volunteering day - the Global Day of Giving. For more information, please see Who we are AXA XL, the P&C and specialty risk division of AXA, is known for solving complex risks. For mid-sized companies, multinationals and even some inspirational individuals we don't just provide re/insurance, we reinvent it. How? By combining a strong and efficient capital platform, data-driven insights, leading technology, and the best talent in an agile and inclusive workspace, empowered to deliver top client service across all our lines of business - property, casualty, professional, financial lines and specialty. With an innovative and flexible approach to risk solutions, we partner with those who move the world forward. At AXA XL we are happy to talk flexible working. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce and consider flexible ways of working for every role. Talk to us about how we can make flexibility work for you. Learn more at
Feb 21, 2026
Full time
At AXA XL we offer more than 30 lines of business across Property, Casualty and Specialty risk, insuring companies with most complex risks across different territories. As we look to the future, our desire is to continue growing to ensure we are meeting the needs of all our clients, of all business types and size. The Energy Risk Consultants key mission is to execute the risk consulting strategy for Energy Line of Business, aiming at optimising: Value added support to the risk carrier (risk knowledge, risk selection, loss reduction) for the profitability of insured business Risk consulting services to client as part of the payer to partner strategy (risk consulting value proposition & offers, development of a stream of earnings from risk consulting services to clients) AXA XL's culture of profitable growth is at the core of our underwriting ethos, and the primary driver of both strategic and day-to-day decisions. As an extensive global business, we take pride in teamwork, underwriting excellence, discipline, and the implementation of consistent underwriting and risk consulting standards and practices. We aim to consistently outperform the competition and attract the best talent by being the employer of choice in the markets we operate in. As an Energy Risk Consultant, you will embody these values and be responsible for the delivery of outstanding risk consulting services to underwriters and clients. This role is considered both a technical and market/customer-facing position, supporting the Global Energy Leader to build a strong market and client profile. What you'll be doing What will your essential responsibilities include? Your key mission is to advise Underwriters on industry specific risks and support Clients with risk consulting services and technical assistance. You will regularly visit client sites to evaluate location and industry specific risks and report your findings in a structured way back to underwriting and the client. Assistance in the deployment of Energy Risk Consulting technical standards, liaising with the Energy technical manager. Assistance in the creation of a portfolio of innovative and added value risk consulting offers for our clients, in strong connection with the innovation & development team. You will be working closely with AXA XL's Energy Transition Centre of Excellence, providing them with insights into industry trends, emerging issues and technical information pertinent to transitioning to a decarbonised economy. You will help the underwriting team to enhance their risk knowledge, select profitable clients and reduce losses. You will be working in compliance with our technical rules and guidelines. You will be sharing your knowledge and expertise with colleagues who are interested in learning about energy. You will be working with our local claims team helping them to better understand the losses we pay. Your in-depth industry knowledge is key for this support. You will be reporting to the UK Head of Risk Consulting with a dotted line to the Risk Consulting Energy Leader. What you'll bring We're looking for someone who has these abilities and skills: Degree in Energy, Chemical Engineering, Process Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field Proven experience in the energy industry, specifically oil & gas refining or petrochemical processes (operation, maintenance, or engineering roles) We will also consider candidates with in-depth experience in energy risk consulting Autonomous, curious, and highly motivated individuals Excellent relationship and communication skills Ability to work effectively both independently and within a team Willingness to travel internationally as required Fluency in English; additional languages are a plus What we offer Inclusion AXA XL is committed to equal employment opportunity and will consider applicants regardless of gender, sexual orientation, age, ethnicity and origins, marital status, religion, disability, or any other protected characteristic. At AXA XL, we know that an inclusive culture and enables business growth and is critical to our success. That's why we have made a strategic commitment to attract, develop, advance and retain the most inclusive workforce possible, and create a culture where everyone can bring their full selves to work and reach their highest potential. It's about helping one another - and our business - to move forward and succeed. Five Business Resource Groups focused on gender, LGBTQ+, ethnicity and origins, disability and inclusion with 20 Chapters around the globe. Robust support for Flexible Working Arrangements Enhanced family-friendly leave benefits Named to the Diversity Best Practices Index Signatory to the UK Women in Finance Charter Learn more at AXA XL is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Total Rewards AXA XL's Reward program is designed to take care of what matters most to you, covering the full picture of your health, wellbeing, lifestyle and financial security. It provides competitive compensation and personalized, inclusive benefits that evolve as you do. We're committed to rewarding your contribution for the long term, so you can be your best self today and look forward to the future with confidence. Sustainability At AXA XL, Sustainability is integral to our business strategy. In an ever-changing world, AXA XL protects what matters most for our clients and communities. We know that sustainability is at the root of a more resilient future. Our 2023-26 Sustainability strategy, called "Roots of resilience", focuses on protecting natural ecosystems, addressing climate change, and embedding sustainable practices across our operations. Our Pillars: Valuing nature: How we impact nature affects how nature impacts us. Resilient ecosystems - the foundation of a sustainable planet and society - are essential to our future. We're committed to protecting and restoring nature - from mangrove forests to the bees in our backyard - by increasing biodiversity awareness and inspiring clients and colleagues to put nature at the heart of their plans. Addressing climate change: The effects of a changing climate are far-reaching and significant. Unpredictable weather, increasing temperatures, and rising sea levels cause both social inequalities and environmental disruption. We're building a net zero strategy, developing insurance products and services, and mobilizing to advance thought leadership and investment in societal-led solutions. Integrating ESG: All companies have a role to play in building a more resilient future. Incorporating ESG considerations into our internal processes and practices builds resilience from the roots of our business. We're training our colleagues, engaging our external partners, and evolving our sustainability governance and reporting. AXA Hearts in Action: We have established volunteering and charitable giving programs to help colleagues support causes that matter most to them, known as AXA XL's "Hearts in Action" programs. These include our Matching Gifts program, Volunteering Leave, and our annual volunteering day - the Global Day of Giving. For more information, please see Who we are AXA XL, the P&C and specialty risk division of AXA, is known for solving complex risks. For mid-sized companies, multinationals and even some inspirational individuals we don't just provide re/insurance, we reinvent it. How? By combining a strong and efficient capital platform, data-driven insights, leading technology, and the best talent in an agile and inclusive workspace, empowered to deliver top client service across all our lines of business - property, casualty, professional, financial lines and specialty. With an innovative and flexible approach to risk solutions, we partner with those who move the world forward. At AXA XL we are happy to talk flexible working. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce and consider flexible ways of working for every role. Talk to us about how we can make flexibility work for you. Learn more at
About the job Operations & Business Manager Wanderlust Magazine Location: Central London, potential for Hybrid (open to flexible/part-time work) Reports to: Chief Operating Officer (COO) Salary: £35-£48,000 (full-time pro rata) DOE Why Join Wanderlust ? Wanderlust , the UK's longest-running and leading travel magazine, is looking for a highly organised and proactive Operations & Business Manager to keep our dynamic company running smoothly as we scale in the UK and internationally. The role offers varied responsibilities and is perfect for someone who enjoys wearing multiple hats, thrives in being detail orientated, and has an astute, business mind. You'll work closely with the COO and senior leadership team to drive daily business operations, work closely with external suppliers, and support across logistics related activity. We welcome applicants from all professional backgrounds who bring strong organisational skills, commercial awareness, and a collaborative mindset. Key Responsibilities Business Operations & HR Support day-to-day business operations and ensure smooth company processes. Manage staff onboarding, employment contracts, and HR-related matters. Oversee health and safety requirements. Support recruitment processes and team planning. Liaise with the IT team to ensure staff equipment is in place and technical issues are resolved promptly. Ensure the office is organised, well-stocked, and prepared for meetings, events, and staff activities. Coordinate office logistics and facilities as needed. Print Management & Distribution Support the print production and smooth distribution of Wanderlust magazine and multiple bookazines and supplements throughout the year. Manage internal, client, and supplier deadlines and monitor delivery. Liaise with printers and distributors to ensure smooth print and distribution processes. Review costs and ensure price competitiveness. Events Support the organisation of trade, consumer, and internal events. Managing logistics, suppliers, procurement, deliveries, and staff planning. Support at live events as required. Accounts & Financial Administration Work closely with the accountants on cashflow management and supplier payments. Ensure costs and income are accurately recorded to support the preparation and review of management accounts. Lead procurement-related tasks and the review of legal documents. Editorial Operations & Planning Manage invoicing, contracts and payments for freelance writers, photographers, contributors and external suppliers, ensuring accuracy, compliance and timely processing Act as the primary administrative liaison between the editorial team and finance, procurement and external partners Maintain clear records of freelance agreements, rates, usage rights and deliverables Coordinate practical arrangements for editorial events, conferences and industry participation, including registrations, travel logistics, accommodation and on site requirements Ensure smooth onboarding of new freelancers and contributors, including contracts, payment setup and systems access where required Potential additional scope to role - Marketing & Retail Operations Support subscriber management, reporting, and marketing operations. Assist with the execution of subscription marketing campaigns, working closely with the wider team on creative and design elements. Support the UK and international retail strategy. Help drive efficient sales processes and growth of Wanderlust's international retail presence. About You 7+ years business experience. Highly organised with strong attention to detail. Critically minded with a practical, problem-solving approach An interest in publishing and media and someone who understands the values of Wanderlust . Comfortable managing multiple responsibilities across different business functions. Confident working with senior stakeholders and cross-functional teams. Strong communication skills and ability to build effective working relationships. Analytically and commercially minded. Able to participate at in-person events, involving weekend and evenings. How to Apply To apply, please send: Your CV. A 30-second video pitch explaining why you are right for the role. Your salary expectations and ideal working pattern. Email applications to:
Feb 21, 2026
Full time
About the job Operations & Business Manager Wanderlust Magazine Location: Central London, potential for Hybrid (open to flexible/part-time work) Reports to: Chief Operating Officer (COO) Salary: £35-£48,000 (full-time pro rata) DOE Why Join Wanderlust ? Wanderlust , the UK's longest-running and leading travel magazine, is looking for a highly organised and proactive Operations & Business Manager to keep our dynamic company running smoothly as we scale in the UK and internationally. The role offers varied responsibilities and is perfect for someone who enjoys wearing multiple hats, thrives in being detail orientated, and has an astute, business mind. You'll work closely with the COO and senior leadership team to drive daily business operations, work closely with external suppliers, and support across logistics related activity. We welcome applicants from all professional backgrounds who bring strong organisational skills, commercial awareness, and a collaborative mindset. Key Responsibilities Business Operations & HR Support day-to-day business operations and ensure smooth company processes. Manage staff onboarding, employment contracts, and HR-related matters. Oversee health and safety requirements. Support recruitment processes and team planning. Liaise with the IT team to ensure staff equipment is in place and technical issues are resolved promptly. Ensure the office is organised, well-stocked, and prepared for meetings, events, and staff activities. Coordinate office logistics and facilities as needed. Print Management & Distribution Support the print production and smooth distribution of Wanderlust magazine and multiple bookazines and supplements throughout the year. Manage internal, client, and supplier deadlines and monitor delivery. Liaise with printers and distributors to ensure smooth print and distribution processes. Review costs and ensure price competitiveness. Events Support the organisation of trade, consumer, and internal events. Managing logistics, suppliers, procurement, deliveries, and staff planning. Support at live events as required. Accounts & Financial Administration Work closely with the accountants on cashflow management and supplier payments. Ensure costs and income are accurately recorded to support the preparation and review of management accounts. Lead procurement-related tasks and the review of legal documents. Editorial Operations & Planning Manage invoicing, contracts and payments for freelance writers, photographers, contributors and external suppliers, ensuring accuracy, compliance and timely processing Act as the primary administrative liaison between the editorial team and finance, procurement and external partners Maintain clear records of freelance agreements, rates, usage rights and deliverables Coordinate practical arrangements for editorial events, conferences and industry participation, including registrations, travel logistics, accommodation and on site requirements Ensure smooth onboarding of new freelancers and contributors, including contracts, payment setup and systems access where required Potential additional scope to role - Marketing & Retail Operations Support subscriber management, reporting, and marketing operations. Assist with the execution of subscription marketing campaigns, working closely with the wider team on creative and design elements. Support the UK and international retail strategy. Help drive efficient sales processes and growth of Wanderlust's international retail presence. About You 7+ years business experience. Highly organised with strong attention to detail. Critically minded with a practical, problem-solving approach An interest in publishing and media and someone who understands the values of Wanderlust . Comfortable managing multiple responsibilities across different business functions. Confident working with senior stakeholders and cross-functional teams. Strong communication skills and ability to build effective working relationships. Analytically and commercially minded. Able to participate at in-person events, involving weekend and evenings. How to Apply To apply, please send: Your CV. A 30-second video pitch explaining why you are right for the role. Your salary expectations and ideal working pattern. Email applications to:
Entity: Finance Job Family Group: Finance Group Job Description: This role is a member of the Biofuels Growth Leadership team and the Refining & Biofuels Finance Leadership Team. The bpBioenergy Finance team also reports into this role. Accountable for delivery of finance priorities within the bpBioenergy and Biofuels Growth businesses, the role holder will enable them to meet objectives, both internally & externally. You will play a key role in creating and delivering the business strategy and financial roadmap, including the assessment of risk. The role supports the business in understanding the impact that strategic and operational activities will have on financial outcomes and is accountable for intervening when delivery risk emerges. The role provides finance expertise into business decision-making to create and protect sustainable value for bp. You will be required to collaborate across businesses, supporting functions to optimize and protect integrated value chains. This is an exciting opportunity to play a role in new and exciting business models - overseeing the full value chain for example from sugar cane fields to production of ethanol and sugar itself! Offering great exposure, you will regularly interact with senior C&P business leaders, senior C&P Finance leaders, as well as ST&S and the FP&A teams in the FBT. What you will do Support bp Bioenergy and the biofuels growth agenda with business insights while supporting the finance integration across multiple biofuels interfaces (particularly with ST&S and bpBioenergy). Lead a small direct (largely London based) team as well as the finance team in bpBioenergy. Provide indirect leadership across the business and functional finance teams for various global strategic activities while monitoring overall strategic momentum and financial delivery. Be responsible for the Biofuels Growth and bpBioenergy Finance contributions to bp Processes - specifically GFOs, LTPs, BPRs and GPRs. Ensure timely business process compliance with good quality data to enable robust performance management and reporting. Work as finance partner for the SVP Biofuels Growth and SVP BP Bioenergy helping to maintain a robust financial framework that supports delivery & investment assurance while providing independent commercial insight. Accountable for overall coordination & development of new finance business activities for Biofuels Growth and BP Bioenergy, coordinating across the finance functions including teams such as business investment, ARC, Technology, Accounting etc. Accountable for leading complex finance projects with a view to simplification, efficiency and effectiveness. What you will bring Education You will have a degree in Accounting/Finance or similar subject OR an alternative subject but with experience to support the Accounting/Finance technical capability requirement. Essential Experience Significant expertise acrosscontrol, planning and performance, and broader commercial processes. Commercial competence, with an intuition for business - including understanding of integrated value chains and key regional dynamics. Experience incommercial finance, including planning, performance management, delivering business results, and supporting new business model implementation. Strong leadership, grounded in emotional intelligence, with an empowering and collaborative style. Proven ability to work effectivelyacross large, global, culturally diverse teams. A visiblerole model for integrity, values, and positive behaviours. Strategic problem solverwith the ability to see the big picture, anticipate risks (including financial impacts), and develop solutions aligned to business and financial objectives. Ability tonavigate and drive strategic changeat pace and handle ambiguity. Ability to set and drive thestrategic direction for Finance, securing agreement from key partners. Proven ability tobuild capability, coach diverse teams, and drive high performance. Proven success in building aone-team culture, fostering collaboration across Finance and the wider business. Strong judgement and ability torapidly resolve key issueswith the right level of alignment and support. Clear, concise communicator, able to build awareness and engagement across Finance and the business. A track record of promotingcontinuous improvement, simplifying processes, reducing duplication, and embracing digital tools and automation to enable faster, more informed decisions. High-levelproblem-solving and critical-thinking skills, including resolving critical issues, evaluating commercial options, handling partner disputes, and balancing competing demands. Ability tospeak up, listen up and act, holding self and others to account in line with values, culture, and compliance expectations. Strongverbal and written communication skills, with a good command of English. Desired Experience An understanding of local regulatory frameworksrelevant to the Biofuels business. Expertise in theBiofuels business model,including understanding key drivers and emerging external trends; able to shape and influence strategic direction at a sub-business or regional level. Experience in Energy, Manufacturing, Retail, or Supply-chain-based businesses. Additional exposure to commercial finance roles within manufacturing, production, or supply environments. Experience withJoint Ventures Why join us? Were committed to supporting leaders who want to make an impact. At bp, youll have the chance to shape and influence outcomes across businesses. Youll be part of an inclusive environment where diverse perspectives are valued, and where your contribution to performance and integration matters. We invest in the growth and wellbeing of our people, providing the resources, networks, and development opportunities needed to thrive. Our total rewards package includes competitive pay, bonuses, share options, and a range of flexible benefits designed to meet your needs from healthcare and retirement plans to paid time off and agile working. We recognise that people have multifaceted lives, and we strive to offer a career experience that reflects that. Apply now! Travel Requirement Up to 25% travel should be expected with this role Relocation Assistance: This role is not eligible for relocation Remote Type: This position is a hybrid of office/remote working Skills: Accounting policy, Accounting policy, Agility core practices, Agility tools, Analytical Thinking, Business process control, Business process improvement, Collaboration, Commercial Acumen, Communication, Creativity and Innovation, Customer centric thinking, Data Analysis, Data visualization and interpretation, Decision Making, Digital Fluency, Financial Reporting, Group Problem Solving, Influencing, Internal control and compliance, Management Reporting, Managing change, Presenting, Risk Management, Stakeholder Management + 1 more Legal Disclaimer: We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, socioeconomic status, neurodiversity/neurocognitive functioning, veteran status or disability status.Individuals with an accessibility need may request an adjustment/accommodation related to bps recruiting process (e.g., accessing the job application, completing required assessments, participating in telephone screenings or interviews, etc.). If you would like to request an adjustment/accommodation related to the recruitment process,pleasecontact us. If you are selected for a position and depending upon your role, your employment may be contingent upon adherence to local policy. This may include pre-placement drug screening, medical review of physical fitness for the role, and background checks. JBRP1_UKTJ
Feb 21, 2026
Full time
Entity: Finance Job Family Group: Finance Group Job Description: This role is a member of the Biofuels Growth Leadership team and the Refining & Biofuels Finance Leadership Team. The bpBioenergy Finance team also reports into this role. Accountable for delivery of finance priorities within the bpBioenergy and Biofuels Growth businesses, the role holder will enable them to meet objectives, both internally & externally. You will play a key role in creating and delivering the business strategy and financial roadmap, including the assessment of risk. The role supports the business in understanding the impact that strategic and operational activities will have on financial outcomes and is accountable for intervening when delivery risk emerges. The role provides finance expertise into business decision-making to create and protect sustainable value for bp. You will be required to collaborate across businesses, supporting functions to optimize and protect integrated value chains. This is an exciting opportunity to play a role in new and exciting business models - overseeing the full value chain for example from sugar cane fields to production of ethanol and sugar itself! Offering great exposure, you will regularly interact with senior C&P business leaders, senior C&P Finance leaders, as well as ST&S and the FP&A teams in the FBT. What you will do Support bp Bioenergy and the biofuels growth agenda with business insights while supporting the finance integration across multiple biofuels interfaces (particularly with ST&S and bpBioenergy). Lead a small direct (largely London based) team as well as the finance team in bpBioenergy. Provide indirect leadership across the business and functional finance teams for various global strategic activities while monitoring overall strategic momentum and financial delivery. Be responsible for the Biofuels Growth and bpBioenergy Finance contributions to bp Processes - specifically GFOs, LTPs, BPRs and GPRs. Ensure timely business process compliance with good quality data to enable robust performance management and reporting. Work as finance partner for the SVP Biofuels Growth and SVP BP Bioenergy helping to maintain a robust financial framework that supports delivery & investment assurance while providing independent commercial insight. Accountable for overall coordination & development of new finance business activities for Biofuels Growth and BP Bioenergy, coordinating across the finance functions including teams such as business investment, ARC, Technology, Accounting etc. Accountable for leading complex finance projects with a view to simplification, efficiency and effectiveness. What you will bring Education You will have a degree in Accounting/Finance or similar subject OR an alternative subject but with experience to support the Accounting/Finance technical capability requirement. Essential Experience Significant expertise acrosscontrol, planning and performance, and broader commercial processes. Commercial competence, with an intuition for business - including understanding of integrated value chains and key regional dynamics. Experience incommercial finance, including planning, performance management, delivering business results, and supporting new business model implementation. Strong leadership, grounded in emotional intelligence, with an empowering and collaborative style. Proven ability to work effectivelyacross large, global, culturally diverse teams. A visiblerole model for integrity, values, and positive behaviours. Strategic problem solverwith the ability to see the big picture, anticipate risks (including financial impacts), and develop solutions aligned to business and financial objectives. Ability tonavigate and drive strategic changeat pace and handle ambiguity. Ability to set and drive thestrategic direction for Finance, securing agreement from key partners. Proven ability tobuild capability, coach diverse teams, and drive high performance. Proven success in building aone-team culture, fostering collaboration across Finance and the wider business. Strong judgement and ability torapidly resolve key issueswith the right level of alignment and support. Clear, concise communicator, able to build awareness and engagement across Finance and the business. A track record of promotingcontinuous improvement, simplifying processes, reducing duplication, and embracing digital tools and automation to enable faster, more informed decisions. High-levelproblem-solving and critical-thinking skills, including resolving critical issues, evaluating commercial options, handling partner disputes, and balancing competing demands. Ability tospeak up, listen up and act, holding self and others to account in line with values, culture, and compliance expectations. Strongverbal and written communication skills, with a good command of English. Desired Experience An understanding of local regulatory frameworksrelevant to the Biofuels business. Expertise in theBiofuels business model,including understanding key drivers and emerging external trends; able to shape and influence strategic direction at a sub-business or regional level. Experience in Energy, Manufacturing, Retail, or Supply-chain-based businesses. Additional exposure to commercial finance roles within manufacturing, production, or supply environments. Experience withJoint Ventures Why join us? Were committed to supporting leaders who want to make an impact. At bp, youll have the chance to shape and influence outcomes across businesses. Youll be part of an inclusive environment where diverse perspectives are valued, and where your contribution to performance and integration matters. We invest in the growth and wellbeing of our people, providing the resources, networks, and development opportunities needed to thrive. Our total rewards package includes competitive pay, bonuses, share options, and a range of flexible benefits designed to meet your needs from healthcare and retirement plans to paid time off and agile working. We recognise that people have multifaceted lives, and we strive to offer a career experience that reflects that. Apply now! Travel Requirement Up to 25% travel should be expected with this role Relocation Assistance: This role is not eligible for relocation Remote Type: This position is a hybrid of office/remote working Skills: Accounting policy, Accounting policy, Agility core practices, Agility tools, Analytical Thinking, Business process control, Business process improvement, Collaboration, Commercial Acumen, Communication, Creativity and Innovation, Customer centric thinking, Data Analysis, Data visualization and interpretation, Decision Making, Digital Fluency, Financial Reporting, Group Problem Solving, Influencing, Internal control and compliance, Management Reporting, Managing change, Presenting, Risk Management, Stakeholder Management + 1 more Legal Disclaimer: We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, socioeconomic status, neurodiversity/neurocognitive functioning, veteran status or disability status.Individuals with an accessibility need may request an adjustment/accommodation related to bps recruiting process (e.g., accessing the job application, completing required assessments, participating in telephone screenings or interviews, etc.). If you would like to request an adjustment/accommodation related to the recruitment process,pleasecontact us. If you are selected for a position and depending upon your role, your employment may be contingent upon adherence to local policy. This may include pre-placement drug screening, medical review of physical fitness for the role, and background checks. JBRP1_UKTJ
Who We Are Boston Consulting Group partners with leaders in business and society to tackle their most important challenges and capture their greatest opportunities. BCG was the pioneer in business strategy when it was founded in 1963. Today, we help clients with total transformation-inspiring complex change, enabling organizations to grow, building competitive advantage, and driving bottom-line impact. To succeed, organizations must blend digital and human capabilities. Our diverse, global teams bring deep industry and functional expertise and a range of perspectives to spark change. BCG delivers solutions through leading-edge management consulting along with technology and design, corporate and digital ventures-and business purpose. We work in a uniquely collaborative model across the firm and throughout all levels of the client organization, generating results that allow our clients to thrive. What You'll Do Join BCG's Global Businesses and Functions (GBF) People Team, supporting 6,500+ employees and 4,000 contingent workers across a fast-evolving global footprint. The Transformation Enablement Senior Manager plays a central role in driving execution discipline, data integrity, and visibility across organizational transformations. This role integrates people data, program metrics, and end to end execution tracking of a breadth of programmes/efforts. Acting as the connective layer between HR, Finance, Org Design, PMO, and Talent Acquisition, the Transformation Enablement Manager provides the structures, tools, and insights that enable the transformation to run effectively. YOU'RE GOOD AT This role will be responsible for: 1. Program Data, Metrics & Reporting Establish and uphold program data standards that drive tracking and quality control of key metrics including transformation KPIs, adoption metrics, and milestone definitions Develop and maintain dashboards and reporting packs tracking organizational progress, engagement metrics, recruiting funnel health, and overall transformation ROI. Partner with HR Analytics and Finance to ensure consistent data capture and alignment on key project metrics Prepare insightful SteerCo and Project Team reporting, synthesizing data trends and translating findings into clear narratives and visuals. 2. Data Management Own the master dataset, maintaining accuracy, completeness, and version control across systems (Workday, ORCA, Org Builder, TA, etc.). Ensure robust data integration and reconciliation across data platforms, resolving discrepancies and maintaining a trusted single source of truth. Enable all process steps with validated and accurate data to enable key decisions and outcomes 3. Implementation Enablement & Workstream Support Provide execution support to function PMO & Implementation PMO workstreams (tracking templates, RAID frameworks, milestone maps, dependency tracking). Monitor progress toward key implementation milestones, including key program metrics aligned at the start of the project/effort. Facilitate cross-workstream alignment, ensuring that data, decisions, and timelines are connected and visible across the program. Serve as a primary point of contact for data-driven queries, supporting issue resolution and decision-making. 4. Governance & Decision Support Support the project team in orchestrating governance routines (SteerCo, Working Teams, design meetings), ensuring stakeholders receive accurate, timely, actionable information. Provide analytical support for scenario modelling and readiness assessments Maintain a disciplined approach to documentation, change tracking, and decision logs, ensuring transparency and traceability across the implementation. What You'll Bring Experience and Skills Strong Excel analytics and data modelling capabilities, with the ability to create structured, scalable datasets and dashboards. Proven experience synthesizing data into senior-level reporting and storytelling, including clear, compelling PowerPoint outputs. Ability to work across HR, Finance, TA, and business functions, demonstrating strong stakeholder management and collaboration. Excellent problem-solving and critical-thinking skills, with the ability to validate, challenge, and connect data to business logic. Detail-oriented with a strong data governance ethos, ensuring accuracy and consistency in all reporting and decision support. Comfortable operating in fast-moving, ambiguous environments and establishing structure where none exists. Understanding of HR data structures and workforce-related systems a plus, especially Workday and adjacent platforms. Practical understanding of organization design, workforce planning, and change management principles helpful. Who You'll Work With You will report to the People Change & Transformation Senior Director, and work closely with the team Director day to day on breadth of projects & topics. Broader constellation will be our GBF HR Delivery team (a group of HR experts regionally and country focused on HR operations), as well as leadership and teams involved in HR system data and analytics. Boston Consulting Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under national, provincial, or local law, where applicable, and those with criminal histories will be considered in a manner consistent with applicable state and local laws. BCG is an E - Verify Employer. Click here for more information on E-Verify.
Feb 21, 2026
Full time
Who We Are Boston Consulting Group partners with leaders in business and society to tackle their most important challenges and capture their greatest opportunities. BCG was the pioneer in business strategy when it was founded in 1963. Today, we help clients with total transformation-inspiring complex change, enabling organizations to grow, building competitive advantage, and driving bottom-line impact. To succeed, organizations must blend digital and human capabilities. Our diverse, global teams bring deep industry and functional expertise and a range of perspectives to spark change. BCG delivers solutions through leading-edge management consulting along with technology and design, corporate and digital ventures-and business purpose. We work in a uniquely collaborative model across the firm and throughout all levels of the client organization, generating results that allow our clients to thrive. What You'll Do Join BCG's Global Businesses and Functions (GBF) People Team, supporting 6,500+ employees and 4,000 contingent workers across a fast-evolving global footprint. The Transformation Enablement Senior Manager plays a central role in driving execution discipline, data integrity, and visibility across organizational transformations. This role integrates people data, program metrics, and end to end execution tracking of a breadth of programmes/efforts. Acting as the connective layer between HR, Finance, Org Design, PMO, and Talent Acquisition, the Transformation Enablement Manager provides the structures, tools, and insights that enable the transformation to run effectively. YOU'RE GOOD AT This role will be responsible for: 1. Program Data, Metrics & Reporting Establish and uphold program data standards that drive tracking and quality control of key metrics including transformation KPIs, adoption metrics, and milestone definitions Develop and maintain dashboards and reporting packs tracking organizational progress, engagement metrics, recruiting funnel health, and overall transformation ROI. Partner with HR Analytics and Finance to ensure consistent data capture and alignment on key project metrics Prepare insightful SteerCo and Project Team reporting, synthesizing data trends and translating findings into clear narratives and visuals. 2. Data Management Own the master dataset, maintaining accuracy, completeness, and version control across systems (Workday, ORCA, Org Builder, TA, etc.). Ensure robust data integration and reconciliation across data platforms, resolving discrepancies and maintaining a trusted single source of truth. Enable all process steps with validated and accurate data to enable key decisions and outcomes 3. Implementation Enablement & Workstream Support Provide execution support to function PMO & Implementation PMO workstreams (tracking templates, RAID frameworks, milestone maps, dependency tracking). Monitor progress toward key implementation milestones, including key program metrics aligned at the start of the project/effort. Facilitate cross-workstream alignment, ensuring that data, decisions, and timelines are connected and visible across the program. Serve as a primary point of contact for data-driven queries, supporting issue resolution and decision-making. 4. Governance & Decision Support Support the project team in orchestrating governance routines (SteerCo, Working Teams, design meetings), ensuring stakeholders receive accurate, timely, actionable information. Provide analytical support for scenario modelling and readiness assessments Maintain a disciplined approach to documentation, change tracking, and decision logs, ensuring transparency and traceability across the implementation. What You'll Bring Experience and Skills Strong Excel analytics and data modelling capabilities, with the ability to create structured, scalable datasets and dashboards. Proven experience synthesizing data into senior-level reporting and storytelling, including clear, compelling PowerPoint outputs. Ability to work across HR, Finance, TA, and business functions, demonstrating strong stakeholder management and collaboration. Excellent problem-solving and critical-thinking skills, with the ability to validate, challenge, and connect data to business logic. Detail-oriented with a strong data governance ethos, ensuring accuracy and consistency in all reporting and decision support. Comfortable operating in fast-moving, ambiguous environments and establishing structure where none exists. Understanding of HR data structures and workforce-related systems a plus, especially Workday and adjacent platforms. Practical understanding of organization design, workforce planning, and change management principles helpful. Who You'll Work With You will report to the People Change & Transformation Senior Director, and work closely with the team Director day to day on breadth of projects & topics. Broader constellation will be our GBF HR Delivery team (a group of HR experts regionally and country focused on HR operations), as well as leadership and teams involved in HR system data and analytics. Boston Consulting Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under national, provincial, or local law, where applicable, and those with criminal histories will be considered in a manner consistent with applicable state and local laws. BCG is an E - Verify Employer. Click here for more information on E-Verify.
Prospectus is pleased to be partnering with a well established benevolent organisation based in London. This organisation provides crucial support to individuals who are in need by giving independent advice, guidance, case management, and grant giving for people encountering a wide range of concerns including financial, health, housing, and wellbeing issues. Senior Finance Manager manages day to day operational finance and financial reporting, oversees investment management, and works with the exec team to identify and implement strategic efficiencies. There is also a team with 2 direct reports. The ideal candidate will be a qualified management account with demonstrable experience in a senior finance position within the charity sector. You will also have experience of overseeing investments and their performance. At Prospectus we invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you with your application. We welcome all candidates to apply, regardless of age, sex/gender, disability, race, religion, sexual orientation, marital status or pregnancy/maternity. If you have any disability and require reasonable adjustment/s to any part of the process then please contact Catherine at Prospectus. Please in the first instance share an up-to-date CV with us and should your experience be suitable, we will look to arrange for a call and/or meeting to brief you on the role. You will then have all the information you need to finalise your formal application. We are looking forward to connecting with you soon.
Feb 21, 2026
Full time
Prospectus is pleased to be partnering with a well established benevolent organisation based in London. This organisation provides crucial support to individuals who are in need by giving independent advice, guidance, case management, and grant giving for people encountering a wide range of concerns including financial, health, housing, and wellbeing issues. Senior Finance Manager manages day to day operational finance and financial reporting, oversees investment management, and works with the exec team to identify and implement strategic efficiencies. There is also a team with 2 direct reports. The ideal candidate will be a qualified management account with demonstrable experience in a senior finance position within the charity sector. You will also have experience of overseeing investments and their performance. At Prospectus we invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you with your application. We welcome all candidates to apply, regardless of age, sex/gender, disability, race, religion, sexual orientation, marital status or pregnancy/maternity. If you have any disability and require reasonable adjustment/s to any part of the process then please contact Catherine at Prospectus. Please in the first instance share an up-to-date CV with us and should your experience be suitable, we will look to arrange for a call and/or meeting to brief you on the role. You will then have all the information you need to finalise your formal application. We are looking forward to connecting with you soon.
Greengrass Landscape Contractors Ltd is a family-run business with nearly two decades of experience serving commercial and residential clients across North Essex and Suffolk. We specialise in grounds maintenance, soft landscaping, and bespoke lawn treatments. Our work covers all aspects of outdoor care, delivering personalised and comprehensive services tailored to each clients unique needs. Weve built a reputation for exceptional service and high standards of workmanship. With quality, care, and professionalism at the heart of everything we do, were proud to be growingand were looking for dedicated individuals to grow with us. Summary: Were looking for a capable and commercially minded Finance & Operations Manager to take ownership of our financial control and back-office operations. This is a senior, trusted role within a family-run business with nearly 20 years of operation across Essex and Suffolk. Location: Claydon, Ipswich Hybrid Working Part-time or Full-time Details: Youll work closely with the Managing Director, maintaining accurate financial records, managing compliance processes, and ensuring the business runs smoothly. Youll need to be someone who can work autonomously, use your judgment, and take genuine ownership of your area. Financial Control Maintain accurate records in QuickBooks Online Prepare and submit VAT returns Reconcile bank accounts and Jobber (job management system) with QuickBooks Manage GoCardless collections and Volopa account Oversee invoicing, statements and credit control Prepare year-end information for our external accountant Compliance & Operational Administration Submit invoices via supplier portals Manage client and supplier onboarding documentation, including SafeContractor Prepare and oversee RAMS (Risk Assessment Method Statements) Manage insurance renewals and key supplier relationships Oversee compliance processes including Right to Work and DBS checks Handle supplier and client enquiries Provide administrative support to the Managing Director What Were Looking For: Strong commercial bookkeeping experience, ideally 5+ years in a similar SME environment AATQB, ACCA or equivalent qualification is desirable, but substantial hands-on experience is equally valued Essential: QuickBooks Online experience Desirable: HubDoc and Jobber experience Confident preparing and submitting VAT returns Experience managing credit control and cash flow Comfortable handling compliance documentation and supplier processes Excellent attention to detail and strong organisational skills Able to work independently, use your judgment and take ownership Professional, reliable and trustworthy This role requires someone who is comfortable wearing multiple hats, who doesnt need their hand held, and who takes quiet satisfaction in keeping complex administrative machinery running well. What We Offer: Competitive salary Flexible working arrangements part-time or full-time considered Hybrid working at our Claydon office, remainder remote Trusted, autonomous role with genuine responsibility Supportive family-run business environment How to Apply: Please send your CV with a brief covering note outlining your relevant experience. Greengrass Landscape Contractors Ltd is an equal opportunities employer. JBRP1_UKTJ
Feb 21, 2026
Full time
Greengrass Landscape Contractors Ltd is a family-run business with nearly two decades of experience serving commercial and residential clients across North Essex and Suffolk. We specialise in grounds maintenance, soft landscaping, and bespoke lawn treatments. Our work covers all aspects of outdoor care, delivering personalised and comprehensive services tailored to each clients unique needs. Weve built a reputation for exceptional service and high standards of workmanship. With quality, care, and professionalism at the heart of everything we do, were proud to be growingand were looking for dedicated individuals to grow with us. Summary: Were looking for a capable and commercially minded Finance & Operations Manager to take ownership of our financial control and back-office operations. This is a senior, trusted role within a family-run business with nearly 20 years of operation across Essex and Suffolk. Location: Claydon, Ipswich Hybrid Working Part-time or Full-time Details: Youll work closely with the Managing Director, maintaining accurate financial records, managing compliance processes, and ensuring the business runs smoothly. Youll need to be someone who can work autonomously, use your judgment, and take genuine ownership of your area. Financial Control Maintain accurate records in QuickBooks Online Prepare and submit VAT returns Reconcile bank accounts and Jobber (job management system) with QuickBooks Manage GoCardless collections and Volopa account Oversee invoicing, statements and credit control Prepare year-end information for our external accountant Compliance & Operational Administration Submit invoices via supplier portals Manage client and supplier onboarding documentation, including SafeContractor Prepare and oversee RAMS (Risk Assessment Method Statements) Manage insurance renewals and key supplier relationships Oversee compliance processes including Right to Work and DBS checks Handle supplier and client enquiries Provide administrative support to the Managing Director What Were Looking For: Strong commercial bookkeeping experience, ideally 5+ years in a similar SME environment AATQB, ACCA or equivalent qualification is desirable, but substantial hands-on experience is equally valued Essential: QuickBooks Online experience Desirable: HubDoc and Jobber experience Confident preparing and submitting VAT returns Experience managing credit control and cash flow Comfortable handling compliance documentation and supplier processes Excellent attention to detail and strong organisational skills Able to work independently, use your judgment and take ownership Professional, reliable and trustworthy This role requires someone who is comfortable wearing multiple hats, who doesnt need their hand held, and who takes quiet satisfaction in keeping complex administrative machinery running well. What We Offer: Competitive salary Flexible working arrangements part-time or full-time considered Hybrid working at our Claydon office, remainder remote Trusted, autonomous role with genuine responsibility Supportive family-run business environment How to Apply: Please send your CV with a brief covering note outlining your relevant experience. Greengrass Landscape Contractors Ltd is an equal opportunities employer. JBRP1_UKTJ
Looking for a new challenge for 2026? This is a great opportunity to use your finance skills and develop them further. Our Client Our client helps organisations thrive by using their AI-powered platform to help leaders make better decisions, faster. The Role As FP&A Manager, youll work closely with senior leadership to translate complex financial and operational data into clear, actionable insight click apply for full job details
Feb 20, 2026
Full time
Looking for a new challenge for 2026? This is a great opportunity to use your finance skills and develop them further. Our Client Our client helps organisations thrive by using their AI-powered platform to help leaders make better decisions, faster. The Role As FP&A Manager, youll work closely with senior leadership to translate complex financial and operational data into clear, actionable insight click apply for full job details
