Job Title: Team Manager - Development Management (Planning) Location: Devon Contract Type: Temporary Duration: 13 April 2026 - 9 October 2026 Working Hours: 37 hours per week (Monday-Friday, 09:00-17:00) Working Pattern: Hybrid - minimum 2 days per week in the office Pay Rate: £65.00 per hour PAYE The Role We are seeking an experienced Team Manager - Development Management (Planning) to lead a high-performing planning team within a local authority setting. This is a key leadership role responsible for driving performance, managing complex planning applications, and supporting strategic decision-making. You will lead a team of planning professionals, oversee major development projects, and act as a senior expert within Development Management. The role also includes deputising for senior leadership where required. Key Responsibilities Lead, manage, and motivate a team of planning officers, ensuring effective workload allocation and performance delivery Act as case officer for major and high-profile planning applications Provide expert advice on complex planning matters including design, environmental issues, and development viability Ensure all decisions and recommendations comply with planning legislation and policy Contribute to strategic planning decisions and service improvements Represent the service at Planning Committees, public meetings, and appeals Work collaboratively with stakeholders including elected members, developers, and the public Support the preparation of Planning Committee agendas and reports These responsibilities align with the core purpose of managing Development Management teams and delivering high-quality planning outcomes . About You To be successful in this role, you will have: Essential: Postgraduate qualification in Town Planning Membership of the Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI) Significant experience in Development Management within a Local Authority Proven experience managing teams and delivering performance outcomes Strong knowledge of planning legislation and policy Excellent communication, report writing, and stakeholder engagement skills Desirable: Management qualification (NVQ Level 4 or equivalent) Experience working on large-scale, complex planning projects Broader experience across planning disciplines As highlighted in the person specification, strong leadership, analytical thinking, and the ability to manage complex workloads are critical to success in this role .
May 08, 2026
Contractor
Job Title: Team Manager - Development Management (Planning) Location: Devon Contract Type: Temporary Duration: 13 April 2026 - 9 October 2026 Working Hours: 37 hours per week (Monday-Friday, 09:00-17:00) Working Pattern: Hybrid - minimum 2 days per week in the office Pay Rate: £65.00 per hour PAYE The Role We are seeking an experienced Team Manager - Development Management (Planning) to lead a high-performing planning team within a local authority setting. This is a key leadership role responsible for driving performance, managing complex planning applications, and supporting strategic decision-making. You will lead a team of planning professionals, oversee major development projects, and act as a senior expert within Development Management. The role also includes deputising for senior leadership where required. Key Responsibilities Lead, manage, and motivate a team of planning officers, ensuring effective workload allocation and performance delivery Act as case officer for major and high-profile planning applications Provide expert advice on complex planning matters including design, environmental issues, and development viability Ensure all decisions and recommendations comply with planning legislation and policy Contribute to strategic planning decisions and service improvements Represent the service at Planning Committees, public meetings, and appeals Work collaboratively with stakeholders including elected members, developers, and the public Support the preparation of Planning Committee agendas and reports These responsibilities align with the core purpose of managing Development Management teams and delivering high-quality planning outcomes . About You To be successful in this role, you will have: Essential: Postgraduate qualification in Town Planning Membership of the Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI) Significant experience in Development Management within a Local Authority Proven experience managing teams and delivering performance outcomes Strong knowledge of planning legislation and policy Excellent communication, report writing, and stakeholder engagement skills Desirable: Management qualification (NVQ Level 4 or equivalent) Experience working on large-scale, complex planning projects Broader experience across planning disciplines As highlighted in the person specification, strong leadership, analytical thinking, and the ability to manage complex workloads are critical to success in this role .
JOB TITLE: Trainee Recruitment Consultant (Researcher) JOB TYPE: Permanent JOB STATUS: Full-time SALARY: £23,000 - £25,000 P/A + commission & bonus LOCATION: Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire THE CLIENT: We are currently working with a well-established (15 years+) executive search recruitment agency based in Buckinghamshire who are seeking to take on board a new trainee recruitment consultant to their ever growing team. The business specialise within mid-senior level appointments across the globe and partner some of the largest retail / supply chain / manufacturing companies globally. THE ROLE: A fabulous opportunity for someone looking to make a great start in recruitment. Working within a niche area of recruitment placing mid-senior level candidates into permanent positions across the globe (£80K - £200K salaries). Full on the job training will be given. Working as part of the resourcing team. Utilising the likes of LinkedIn / internal database / headhunting training to make placements Key Activities / Responsibilities Serve as research support on delivery roles and marketing campaigns Longlisting and research Headhunting and cold calling candidates and potential clients Speaking to candidates and potential clients Delivering Longlists and Shortlists within expected timeframes Ensure high quality services are provided Manage their own time efficiently and seek to prioritise workloads To ensure all processes are followed correctly Use best practice methods in regards to File Finder Communicate with all the team Communicate any issues to the Research Manager Update and communicate with Consultant/Director on project status To complete all formalised paperwork/information collation that is necessary Understand and know the Mission statement, vision statement and core values of our client THE CANDIDATE: The successful candidates will need to be ambitious, confident and determined to succeed, as well as comfortable with working to targets and deadlines, and great under pressure. A strong phone manner and the ability to liaise with people at all levels of an organisation is a must. It can be stressful working in a fast-paced industry. However, the rewards and financial incentives often compensate - if you do well, your hard work will be recognised. This is a trainee role, so recruitment experience is not an essential. However, the successful candidate will have one or more of the following: Strong work ethic Polished & professional telephone manor Willing to put in the work / hours to make deals & commission (not just a 9-5 role) Degree preferred but not essential A minimum of 12 months commercial working experience (ideally in a customer facing role) If you are interested in this role and have the above skills/experience, please apply and one of our consultants will be in touch to discuss further.
May 08, 2026
Full time
JOB TITLE: Trainee Recruitment Consultant (Researcher) JOB TYPE: Permanent JOB STATUS: Full-time SALARY: £23,000 - £25,000 P/A + commission & bonus LOCATION: Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire THE CLIENT: We are currently working with a well-established (15 years+) executive search recruitment agency based in Buckinghamshire who are seeking to take on board a new trainee recruitment consultant to their ever growing team. The business specialise within mid-senior level appointments across the globe and partner some of the largest retail / supply chain / manufacturing companies globally. THE ROLE: A fabulous opportunity for someone looking to make a great start in recruitment. Working within a niche area of recruitment placing mid-senior level candidates into permanent positions across the globe (£80K - £200K salaries). Full on the job training will be given. Working as part of the resourcing team. Utilising the likes of LinkedIn / internal database / headhunting training to make placements Key Activities / Responsibilities Serve as research support on delivery roles and marketing campaigns Longlisting and research Headhunting and cold calling candidates and potential clients Speaking to candidates and potential clients Delivering Longlists and Shortlists within expected timeframes Ensure high quality services are provided Manage their own time efficiently and seek to prioritise workloads To ensure all processes are followed correctly Use best practice methods in regards to File Finder Communicate with all the team Communicate any issues to the Research Manager Update and communicate with Consultant/Director on project status To complete all formalised paperwork/information collation that is necessary Understand and know the Mission statement, vision statement and core values of our client THE CANDIDATE: The successful candidates will need to be ambitious, confident and determined to succeed, as well as comfortable with working to targets and deadlines, and great under pressure. A strong phone manner and the ability to liaise with people at all levels of an organisation is a must. It can be stressful working in a fast-paced industry. However, the rewards and financial incentives often compensate - if you do well, your hard work will be recognised. This is a trainee role, so recruitment experience is not an essential. However, the successful candidate will have one or more of the following: Strong work ethic Polished & professional telephone manor Willing to put in the work / hours to make deals & commission (not just a 9-5 role) Degree preferred but not essential A minimum of 12 months commercial working experience (ideally in a customer facing role) If you are interested in this role and have the above skills/experience, please apply and one of our consultants will be in touch to discuss further.
We are seeking a Promotions Manager to play a key role within the Promotions Team, helping to deliver a high-quality, fair and innovative police officer promotion service across the Met. This is an enabling business support role, providing access to an end-to-end Promotion & Talent specialist service . Working closely with occupational psychologists, HR colleagues and outsourced partners, you will bring subject-matter expertise to the design, delivery and continuous improvement of promotion processes and assessments. You will be deployed and assigned by the Occupational Psychologist and will act as a trusted advisor, project manager and advocate for best practice in promotions. Payrate: £440 per day Umbrella Location: Kilburn Police Station, NW6 Work mode: Hybrid 3 days office based - no negotiable Contract: Initially 6 months Contract : Full time - Monday to Friday Vetting: You will be required to go through security clearance (CTC) Requirements: Experience using Ms Projects and ideally to hold Prince 2 Key responsibilities Contribute to the design and delivery of high-quality promotion tools and assessments across officer promotion lines. Work collaboratively with outsourced providers , offering specialist input into assessment design, delivery and outcomes. Project manage the Met's corporate promotions calendar , ensuring delivery to plan, at pace and to a high standard. Play an active role in continuous improvement , identifying opportunities to enhance candidate experience, fairness and efficiency. Provide research, insight and recommendations to support innovation and evidence-based decision-making. Support the development of assessment and assessor toolkits , enabling the business to become more self-sufficient in delivering promotion activity. Ensure promotion assessments are objective, fair and consistent , maintaining equality impact assessments and advising on positive action interventions where appropriate. Review and evaluate assessment processes to ensure alignment with best practice and organisational policy. Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, scanning for emerging research, innovations and sector best practice . Support benchmarking activity to ensure promotion and selection processes are applied consistently and fairly. Act as an advocate for change and innovation , challenging current practice and developing new ideas, solutions and business cases. Knowledge, skills and experience We're looking for someone who can demonstrate: Experience working within recruitment, selection or promotions , partnering with HR teams, business groups, outsourced providers and senior stakeholders. Strong research, analytical and problem-solving skills , with confidence in identifying trends and translating insight into action. Proven project management experience , with the ability to deliver multiple workstreams at pace and to deadline, often within a matrix model. The ability to balance risk and innovation , trialling new approaches while ensuring robust governance. Excellent written and verbal communication skills , including drafting and presenting management briefings. Confidence to challenge existing practices constructively and develop new, value-adding solutions aligned to wider organisational strategy. Strong relationship-building skills, able to engage effectively with stakeholders at all levels. A track record of delivering tangible outcomes , including targeted promotion interventions to address business challenges such as organisational diversity ambitions. Experience contributing to or supporting fairness, equality and consistency in selection and promotion processes. Working relationships You will work closely with: Organisational Psychologists and the Senior Promotions Lead to deliver an efficient, professional and innovative promotion service. Outsourced promotion providers and partners, working collaboratively and holding them to account within delegated projects. Private offices and executive colleagues to support high-profile promotion activity. Met outsourced partners and MBS teams to drive delivery of promotion launches, improvements and change initiatives. External stakeholders such as the College of Policing , supporting benchmarking and keeping abreast of changes in regulations and best practice. Senior stakeholders across the organisation through formal and ad hoc meetings.
May 08, 2026
Seasonal
We are seeking a Promotions Manager to play a key role within the Promotions Team, helping to deliver a high-quality, fair and innovative police officer promotion service across the Met. This is an enabling business support role, providing access to an end-to-end Promotion & Talent specialist service . Working closely with occupational psychologists, HR colleagues and outsourced partners, you will bring subject-matter expertise to the design, delivery and continuous improvement of promotion processes and assessments. You will be deployed and assigned by the Occupational Psychologist and will act as a trusted advisor, project manager and advocate for best practice in promotions. Payrate: £440 per day Umbrella Location: Kilburn Police Station, NW6 Work mode: Hybrid 3 days office based - no negotiable Contract: Initially 6 months Contract : Full time - Monday to Friday Vetting: You will be required to go through security clearance (CTC) Requirements: Experience using Ms Projects and ideally to hold Prince 2 Key responsibilities Contribute to the design and delivery of high-quality promotion tools and assessments across officer promotion lines. Work collaboratively with outsourced providers , offering specialist input into assessment design, delivery and outcomes. Project manage the Met's corporate promotions calendar , ensuring delivery to plan, at pace and to a high standard. Play an active role in continuous improvement , identifying opportunities to enhance candidate experience, fairness and efficiency. Provide research, insight and recommendations to support innovation and evidence-based decision-making. Support the development of assessment and assessor toolkits , enabling the business to become more self-sufficient in delivering promotion activity. Ensure promotion assessments are objective, fair and consistent , maintaining equality impact assessments and advising on positive action interventions where appropriate. Review and evaluate assessment processes to ensure alignment with best practice and organisational policy. Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, scanning for emerging research, innovations and sector best practice . Support benchmarking activity to ensure promotion and selection processes are applied consistently and fairly. Act as an advocate for change and innovation , challenging current practice and developing new ideas, solutions and business cases. Knowledge, skills and experience We're looking for someone who can demonstrate: Experience working within recruitment, selection or promotions , partnering with HR teams, business groups, outsourced providers and senior stakeholders. Strong research, analytical and problem-solving skills , with confidence in identifying trends and translating insight into action. Proven project management experience , with the ability to deliver multiple workstreams at pace and to deadline, often within a matrix model. The ability to balance risk and innovation , trialling new approaches while ensuring robust governance. Excellent written and verbal communication skills , including drafting and presenting management briefings. Confidence to challenge existing practices constructively and develop new, value-adding solutions aligned to wider organisational strategy. Strong relationship-building skills, able to engage effectively with stakeholders at all levels. A track record of delivering tangible outcomes , including targeted promotion interventions to address business challenges such as organisational diversity ambitions. Experience contributing to or supporting fairness, equality and consistency in selection and promotion processes. Working relationships You will work closely with: Organisational Psychologists and the Senior Promotions Lead to deliver an efficient, professional and innovative promotion service. Outsourced promotion providers and partners, working collaboratively and holding them to account within delegated projects. Private offices and executive colleagues to support high-profile promotion activity. Met outsourced partners and MBS teams to drive delivery of promotion launches, improvements and change initiatives. External stakeholders such as the College of Policing , supporting benchmarking and keeping abreast of changes in regulations and best practice. Senior stakeholders across the organisation through formal and ad hoc meetings.
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 We are seeking a strong candidate with experience in Product Marketing and/or Change Management and Communications; this person will support a digital product portfolio team focused on GenAI products. The role will focus on rolling out GenAI product changes to BCG Consulting, Knowledge and Business Support teams, and on influencing user adoption and satisfaction. Please note that this role is focused on company-internal (not client-facing) marketing, communications and change management. You are good at Product marketing and change management, ideally in an agile software context Setting and driving strategies independently with minimal manager supervision; taking ownership of projects end-to-end Adopting the end users' perspective and bringing that lens to the table Prioritizing and problem-solving in a fast-paced, collaborative and service-oriented environment with a very high performance culture Defining, measuring, assessing and improving KPIs associated with GTM campaigns Managing multiple stakeholders with competing priorities Working with a virtual team spread-out across time zones Experience in GenAI will be added advantage What You'll Bring 7 - 10 years' experience; consulting manager toolkit/experience a significant plus Very strong influencing, networking and relationship building skills - with very senior stakeholders Project management experience Change or product marketing management experience Complex problem structuring and solving experience Strong written and verbal communication skills Who You'll Work With Key stakeholders include: Product Portfolio Lead Product Owners Product GTM, Change and Enablement CoE members BCG consulting teams BCG functional leadership 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.
May 08, 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 We are seeking a strong candidate with experience in Product Marketing and/or Change Management and Communications; this person will support a digital product portfolio team focused on GenAI products. The role will focus on rolling out GenAI product changes to BCG Consulting, Knowledge and Business Support teams, and on influencing user adoption and satisfaction. Please note that this role is focused on company-internal (not client-facing) marketing, communications and change management. You are good at Product marketing and change management, ideally in an agile software context Setting and driving strategies independently with minimal manager supervision; taking ownership of projects end-to-end Adopting the end users' perspective and bringing that lens to the table Prioritizing and problem-solving in a fast-paced, collaborative and service-oriented environment with a very high performance culture Defining, measuring, assessing and improving KPIs associated with GTM campaigns Managing multiple stakeholders with competing priorities Working with a virtual team spread-out across time zones Experience in GenAI will be added advantage What You'll Bring 7 - 10 years' experience; consulting manager toolkit/experience a significant plus Very strong influencing, networking and relationship building skills - with very senior stakeholders Project management experience Change or product marketing management experience Complex problem structuring and solving experience Strong written and verbal communication skills Who You'll Work With Key stakeholders include: Product Portfolio Lead Product Owners Product GTM, Change and Enablement CoE members BCG consulting teams BCG functional leadership 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.
HR Operations Manager Are you ready to make a real impact in an inspiring environment? This is a varied, fast-paced, and hands-on role, and an exciting opportunity to grow your career while working in a renowned, historic setting that values tradition and excellence. HR Operations Manager Responsibilities This position will involve, but will not be limited to: Managing the day-to-day transactional HR operations, including recruitment, onboarding, and employee relations to ensure effective support for staff and academic colleagues. Leading a team of two HR professionals, offering guidance, mentorship, and fostering a collaborative work environment. Handling complex employee relations issues such as discipline, grievance and sickness absence, ensuring compliance with UK employment law. Supporting the Head of HR on key strategic projects, including policy development and process management. Advising managers on HR policies, employment legislation, and effective workforce planning to contribute to the long-term objectives. Ensuring HR processes are efficient and fit for purpose, promoting continuous improvement across the team. HR Operations Manager Rewards Competitive salary of £50,(Apply online only) - £55,(Apply online only) per annum 37.5-hour working week, Monday to Friday, with flexible hours to suit your needs 38 days' holiday inclusive of bank holidays Pension scheme to support your future Private medical insurance for peace of mind Electric car scheme promoting sustainability Free meals when on duty Onsite parking available nearby, making commuting easier The Company Our client is a prestigious organisation, known for its outstanding achievements and its vibrant academic community, whilst also valuing tradition and innovation. With a commitment to excellence, diversity, and sustainability, they offer a supportive environment where staff can develop their careers and contribute to a world-class institution. HR Operations Manager Experience Essentials Proven experience in HR management or senior HR roles, ideally within academia, public sector, or large organisations Strong understanding of UK employment legislation and employee relations management Experience managing or mentoring HR teams Excellent communication, influencing, and conflict resolution skills Ability to adapt quickly in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities effectively Location Based in Central Oxford, this role offers excellent transport links and nearby parking. Please note this is a fully office-based role. Action If you would like to find out more about this excellent opportunity, then please apply online today! We will review and respond to all applications. "INDBOOST" Allen Associates is a leading recruitment company in Oxfordshire recruiting for Marketing, Finance, Human Resources and PA/Administrative roles. Allen Associates operates as an Employment Agency for permanent recruitment and an Employment Business for temporary recruitment. For more information on current vacancies please visit (url removed) and follow us on LinkedIn.
May 08, 2026
Full time
HR Operations Manager Are you ready to make a real impact in an inspiring environment? This is a varied, fast-paced, and hands-on role, and an exciting opportunity to grow your career while working in a renowned, historic setting that values tradition and excellence. HR Operations Manager Responsibilities This position will involve, but will not be limited to: Managing the day-to-day transactional HR operations, including recruitment, onboarding, and employee relations to ensure effective support for staff and academic colleagues. Leading a team of two HR professionals, offering guidance, mentorship, and fostering a collaborative work environment. Handling complex employee relations issues such as discipline, grievance and sickness absence, ensuring compliance with UK employment law. Supporting the Head of HR on key strategic projects, including policy development and process management. Advising managers on HR policies, employment legislation, and effective workforce planning to contribute to the long-term objectives. Ensuring HR processes are efficient and fit for purpose, promoting continuous improvement across the team. HR Operations Manager Rewards Competitive salary of £50,(Apply online only) - £55,(Apply online only) per annum 37.5-hour working week, Monday to Friday, with flexible hours to suit your needs 38 days' holiday inclusive of bank holidays Pension scheme to support your future Private medical insurance for peace of mind Electric car scheme promoting sustainability Free meals when on duty Onsite parking available nearby, making commuting easier The Company Our client is a prestigious organisation, known for its outstanding achievements and its vibrant academic community, whilst also valuing tradition and innovation. With a commitment to excellence, diversity, and sustainability, they offer a supportive environment where staff can develop their careers and contribute to a world-class institution. HR Operations Manager Experience Essentials Proven experience in HR management or senior HR roles, ideally within academia, public sector, or large organisations Strong understanding of UK employment legislation and employee relations management Experience managing or mentoring HR teams Excellent communication, influencing, and conflict resolution skills Ability to adapt quickly in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities effectively Location Based in Central Oxford, this role offers excellent transport links and nearby parking. Please note this is a fully office-based role. Action If you would like to find out more about this excellent opportunity, then please apply online today! We will review and respond to all applications. "INDBOOST" Allen Associates is a leading recruitment company in Oxfordshire recruiting for Marketing, Finance, Human Resources and PA/Administrative roles. Allen Associates operates as an Employment Agency for permanent recruitment and an Employment Business for temporary recruitment. For more information on current vacancies please visit (url removed) and follow us on LinkedIn.
Overview Oliver James has partnered with a leading organisation to support the delivery of a critical HR Data transformation programme. We are looking for an experienced Project Manager to lead the migration and centralisation of HR data into Anaplan, supporting investor reporting and strategic decision-making. Key Responsibilities Lead end-to-end delivery of HR data migration into Anaplan Coordinate ingestion of HR data from multiple European platforms Drive consolidation of decentralised HR systems into a centralised data model Engage with HR, Data, and senior stakeholders to define requirements and priorities Ensure data quality, governance, and consistency across all sources Provide direction on best practice for HR data structuring and reporting Manage timelines, risks, and delivery milestones across the programme Essential Skills Proven Project Manager experience delivering system migrations or implementations Strong understanding of HR data, HR systems, and people-related data structures Experience working with Anaplan (or similar enterprise planning tools) Background in complex, multi-region data integration programmes Strong stakeholder management across HR and senior business leadership Experience working in fast-paced, delivery-focused environments Desirable Skills Experience in investor reporting or regulatory data environments Exposure to European HR systems and data frameworks Knowledge of data governance and data modelling principles Experience working in Private Equity-backed or high-growth organisations
May 08, 2026
Contractor
Overview Oliver James has partnered with a leading organisation to support the delivery of a critical HR Data transformation programme. We are looking for an experienced Project Manager to lead the migration and centralisation of HR data into Anaplan, supporting investor reporting and strategic decision-making. Key Responsibilities Lead end-to-end delivery of HR data migration into Anaplan Coordinate ingestion of HR data from multiple European platforms Drive consolidation of decentralised HR systems into a centralised data model Engage with HR, Data, and senior stakeholders to define requirements and priorities Ensure data quality, governance, and consistency across all sources Provide direction on best practice for HR data structuring and reporting Manage timelines, risks, and delivery milestones across the programme Essential Skills Proven Project Manager experience delivering system migrations or implementations Strong understanding of HR data, HR systems, and people-related data structures Experience working with Anaplan (or similar enterprise planning tools) Background in complex, multi-region data integration programmes Strong stakeholder management across HR and senior business leadership Experience working in fast-paced, delivery-focused environments Desirable Skills Experience in investor reporting or regulatory data environments Exposure to European HR systems and data frameworks Knowledge of data governance and data modelling principles Experience working in Private Equity-backed or high-growth organisations
Your new role Reporting into the Finance Transition Manager, you will be working for a public sector organisation helping the finance team with transition and transformation. Assistant Finance Transition Manager - 2 year FTC Salary - £38,000 - £41,000 (depending on experience) Working Pattern - Hybrid - 2 days in the office; 3 from home Offices in Southbank, London Support finance mobilisation and transition activity, ensuring all documentation, trackers and governance materials are completed, accurate and kept up to date. Act as finance workstream support, coordinating actions, maintaining trackers and preparing agendas for key finance meetings. Support the set-up and assurance of banking arrangements, including accounts, cash collection, payment methods and card services. Liaise with incoming operational entities and third-party providers to ensure financial accounts, agreements and processes are established ahead of transfer. Support the transfer and set-up of statutory registrations and compliance-related requirements. Review and document finance teams, systems and processes to identify risks, gaps and mitigation actions pre- and post-transfer. Act as a primary point of contact for finance teams following transfer, providing guidance, resolving queries and supporting a smooth transition. Support the adoption of centralised finance processes and ways of working, including reporting, cashflow, intercompany activity and compliance requirements. Assist with the design and delivery of finance process training and disacknowledges activities. Act as a key liaison between operational teams, central finance and external providers. Undertake ad-hoc projects and tasks in line with business and programme needs. Essential Experience & Skills AAT qualified, part-qualified ACCA, CIMA or ACA, qualified by experience, or equivalent. Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with colleagues at all levels, including senior stakeholders, both internally and externally. Experience working across multiple finance disciplines, such as cashflow forecasting, management accounting, VAT and intercompany transactions. Highly organised and proactive, with a strong ability to follow up on actions and deliver work to agreed deadlines. Strong immunocompetent and hyperrecruitment skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities. Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel. Desirable Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business or a related discipline. Knowledge of government accounting and relevant financial governance frameworks. Experience working in a project or change-driven environment What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. 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
May 08, 2026
Contractor
Your new role Reporting into the Finance Transition Manager, you will be working for a public sector organisation helping the finance team with transition and transformation. Assistant Finance Transition Manager - 2 year FTC Salary - £38,000 - £41,000 (depending on experience) Working Pattern - Hybrid - 2 days in the office; 3 from home Offices in Southbank, London Support finance mobilisation and transition activity, ensuring all documentation, trackers and governance materials are completed, accurate and kept up to date. Act as finance workstream support, coordinating actions, maintaining trackers and preparing agendas for key finance meetings. Support the set-up and assurance of banking arrangements, including accounts, cash collection, payment methods and card services. Liaise with incoming operational entities and third-party providers to ensure financial accounts, agreements and processes are established ahead of transfer. Support the transfer and set-up of statutory registrations and compliance-related requirements. Review and document finance teams, systems and processes to identify risks, gaps and mitigation actions pre- and post-transfer. Act as a primary point of contact for finance teams following transfer, providing guidance, resolving queries and supporting a smooth transition. Support the adoption of centralised finance processes and ways of working, including reporting, cashflow, intercompany activity and compliance requirements. Assist with the design and delivery of finance process training and disacknowledges activities. Act as a key liaison between operational teams, central finance and external providers. Undertake ad-hoc projects and tasks in line with business and programme needs. Essential Experience & Skills AAT qualified, part-qualified ACCA, CIMA or ACA, qualified by experience, or equivalent. Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with colleagues at all levels, including senior stakeholders, both internally and externally. Experience working across multiple finance disciplines, such as cashflow forecasting, management accounting, VAT and intercompany transactions. Highly organised and proactive, with a strong ability to follow up on actions and deliver work to agreed deadlines. Strong immunocompetent and hyperrecruitment skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities. Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel. Desirable Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business or a related discipline. Knowledge of government accounting and relevant financial governance frameworks. Experience working in a project or change-driven environment What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. 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
We are looking for an experienced Recruitment Business Partner to join our close-knit Recruitment Team. Reporting into the Recruitment Manager, you will take full ownership of end-to-end recruitment for roles across all levels of the business, alongside leading and delivering recruitment-related projects. At IntegraFin, our recruitment team provides a high-touch, white-glove service, managing the full recruitment lifecycle through to onboarding. You will be confident operating in this environment, bringing recent experience from either an in-house or agency setting. Strong relationship-building skills are essential, as you will partner with senior stakeholders up to Executive Committee level, recruitment agencies, external suppliers and the wider HR team. You will play a key role in delivering an efficient and cost-effective recruitment service, working collaboratively with hiring managers across the business. This includes advising and guiding them through recruitment policies, procedures and best practice for both junior and senior hires. In addition, you will lead recruitment projects from inception to delivery, engaging senior stakeholders to ensure successful, organisation-wide outcomes. Person Specification We are looking for candidates with experience in an inhouse recruitment or agency role, ideally within the financial services industry. You must have a clear understanding of current recruitment principles and techniques, with an understanding of employment legislation, recruitment policy and procedure and have the ability and knowledge of sourcing candidates directly. You must have a proven ability to build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders as well as the team. Any previous experience of working on early careers schemes will also be of benefit. We offer a competitive remuneration package, including company discretionary bonus, excellent pension contributions, an attractive staff share scheme, BUPA health insurance, buying and selling of annual leave and sponsorship of relevant professional qualifications. The role is based in our central London office, working a minimum of two days a week in the office and three days a week from home.
May 08, 2026
Full time
We are looking for an experienced Recruitment Business Partner to join our close-knit Recruitment Team. Reporting into the Recruitment Manager, you will take full ownership of end-to-end recruitment for roles across all levels of the business, alongside leading and delivering recruitment-related projects. At IntegraFin, our recruitment team provides a high-touch, white-glove service, managing the full recruitment lifecycle through to onboarding. You will be confident operating in this environment, bringing recent experience from either an in-house or agency setting. Strong relationship-building skills are essential, as you will partner with senior stakeholders up to Executive Committee level, recruitment agencies, external suppliers and the wider HR team. You will play a key role in delivering an efficient and cost-effective recruitment service, working collaboratively with hiring managers across the business. This includes advising and guiding them through recruitment policies, procedures and best practice for both junior and senior hires. In addition, you will lead recruitment projects from inception to delivery, engaging senior stakeholders to ensure successful, organisation-wide outcomes. Person Specification We are looking for candidates with experience in an inhouse recruitment or agency role, ideally within the financial services industry. You must have a clear understanding of current recruitment principles and techniques, with an understanding of employment legislation, recruitment policy and procedure and have the ability and knowledge of sourcing candidates directly. You must have a proven ability to build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders as well as the team. Any previous experience of working on early careers schemes will also be of benefit. We offer a competitive remuneration package, including company discretionary bonus, excellent pension contributions, an attractive staff share scheme, BUPA health insurance, buying and selling of annual leave and sponsorship of relevant professional qualifications. The role is based in our central London office, working a minimum of two days a week in the office and three days a week from home.
Senior Project Manager £50,000 - £65,000 Birmingham Carriera is partnering with a well-established construction consultancy to recruit a Senior Project Manager for their Birmingham office. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Project Manager looking to work across a strong pipeline of industrial, logistics projects within a collaborative and growing team click apply for full job details
May 08, 2026
Full time
Senior Project Manager £50,000 - £65,000 Birmingham Carriera is partnering with a well-established construction consultancy to recruit a Senior Project Manager for their Birmingham office. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Project Manager looking to work across a strong pipeline of industrial, logistics projects within a collaborative and growing team click apply for full job details
Identity and Access Management Senior Architect (Manager/Senior Manager) London / Manchester / Leeds / Edinburgh Hybrid - 2/3 days per week in office Permanent - 70,000 - 105,000 + benefits Hays Technology are working with a global business consultancy organisation who are looking for a variety of Identity and Access Management professionals. The team you'll be working within is responsible for providing Identity and Access Management services to a wide range of clients. You'll be working on projects to provide IAM solutions to clients, running IAM diagnostics, assisting with strategy definition and minimising IAM risk for clients. What you'll be doing: Define IAM use cases, functional and non-functional solution requirements, and technical specifications, such as those for user authentication, access control, integration, performance and scalability requirements and specifications. Design and architect IAM solutions by creating high-level and low-level designs that align with business objectives and comply with industry cybersecurity standards. Creating high-level and low-level system architecture diagrams with technical descriptions of each component. Defining the system specifications to support optimal performance. Integrating workflows with third-party systems and security tools, such as Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) solutions, multi-factor authentication solutions, and cloud platforms like Amazon Web Services (AWS) and Azure. Develop technical documentation for IAM implementations including process documentation to enable solution operation (e.g., defining processes for user onboarding, access requests, identity governance, approval workflows, authentication workflows, and provisioning/de-provisioning tasks). Implement IAM solutions Install solution components in on-premise environments where relevant, or configuration of cloud components (and scripting / coding of plug-ins / extensions for cloud solutions) What we're looking for: Broad enterprise identity experience across IGA, PAM, AM, AD, CIAM, with demonstrable ability to build identity strategies which integrate into client enterprise architectures and beyond. Experience of working with IGA, PAM, AM, AD, CIAM solutions such as SailPoint, Saviynt, etc. Experience working in a digital transformation environment supporting the definition of Identity architecture leveraging cloud native and/or other IAM solutions. Advanced, practical experience with cloud hosting services including, Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud Platform. Hands-on experience of Microsoft Active Directory/Azure AD Domain Services, Federation Services, Certificate Services, DNS and DHCP. Understanding of decentralised identity, verifiable credentials, microservices and Trust over IP architecture stack. Experience with waterfall and agile type methodologies, often working within client-specified frameworks. Managing teams across a mix of locations, cultures, and experience levels. Detail oriented and strong problem-solving skills. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Desirable: Understanding of malware and the modern threat landscape Relevant certifications (e.g. CIAM, CISSP, CAMS, etc.) Exposure to/Understanding of DevOps tools and repositories (e.g. Git, Azure DevOps, Kubernetes, Docker, Jenkins, Ansible etc.) Role-based access control (RBAC) design Practical experience with Linux operating systems Experience with Modern Authentication concepts e.g. Self-Service Identity, Bring your own Identity, SCIM, SAML, WS-Federation, OAuth, Open ID Connect What you'll get in return In addition to a salary of between 70,000 to 105,000, you'll also receive a variety of benefits, such as: Annual bonus - % dependent on role seniority Car/cash allowance - dependent on role seniority Progression plans and growth opportunities within National and Global teams Good holidays and pension 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 (url removed)
May 08, 2026
Full time
Identity and Access Management Senior Architect (Manager/Senior Manager) London / Manchester / Leeds / Edinburgh Hybrid - 2/3 days per week in office Permanent - 70,000 - 105,000 + benefits Hays Technology are working with a global business consultancy organisation who are looking for a variety of Identity and Access Management professionals. The team you'll be working within is responsible for providing Identity and Access Management services to a wide range of clients. You'll be working on projects to provide IAM solutions to clients, running IAM diagnostics, assisting with strategy definition and minimising IAM risk for clients. What you'll be doing: Define IAM use cases, functional and non-functional solution requirements, and technical specifications, such as those for user authentication, access control, integration, performance and scalability requirements and specifications. Design and architect IAM solutions by creating high-level and low-level designs that align with business objectives and comply with industry cybersecurity standards. Creating high-level and low-level system architecture diagrams with technical descriptions of each component. Defining the system specifications to support optimal performance. Integrating workflows with third-party systems and security tools, such as Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) solutions, multi-factor authentication solutions, and cloud platforms like Amazon Web Services (AWS) and Azure. Develop technical documentation for IAM implementations including process documentation to enable solution operation (e.g., defining processes for user onboarding, access requests, identity governance, approval workflows, authentication workflows, and provisioning/de-provisioning tasks). Implement IAM solutions Install solution components in on-premise environments where relevant, or configuration of cloud components (and scripting / coding of plug-ins / extensions for cloud solutions) What we're looking for: Broad enterprise identity experience across IGA, PAM, AM, AD, CIAM, with demonstrable ability to build identity strategies which integrate into client enterprise architectures and beyond. Experience of working with IGA, PAM, AM, AD, CIAM solutions such as SailPoint, Saviynt, etc. Experience working in a digital transformation environment supporting the definition of Identity architecture leveraging cloud native and/or other IAM solutions. Advanced, practical experience with cloud hosting services including, Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud Platform. Hands-on experience of Microsoft Active Directory/Azure AD Domain Services, Federation Services, Certificate Services, DNS and DHCP. Understanding of decentralised identity, verifiable credentials, microservices and Trust over IP architecture stack. Experience with waterfall and agile type methodologies, often working within client-specified frameworks. Managing teams across a mix of locations, cultures, and experience levels. Detail oriented and strong problem-solving skills. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Desirable: Understanding of malware and the modern threat landscape Relevant certifications (e.g. CIAM, CISSP, CAMS, etc.) Exposure to/Understanding of DevOps tools and repositories (e.g. Git, Azure DevOps, Kubernetes, Docker, Jenkins, Ansible etc.) Role-based access control (RBAC) design Practical experience with Linux operating systems Experience with Modern Authentication concepts e.g. Self-Service Identity, Bring your own Identity, SCIM, SAML, WS-Federation, OAuth, Open ID Connect What you'll get in return In addition to a salary of between 70,000 to 105,000, you'll also receive a variety of benefits, such as: Annual bonus - % dependent on role seniority Car/cash allowance - dependent on role seniority Progression plans and growth opportunities within National and Global teams Good holidays and pension 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 (url removed)
One of the UK's largest independent Consultancies is actively recruiting a Procurement Manager to be based in Bristol. THE COMPANY My client is one of the leading Consultancies in the UK with a network of offices across the country as well as overseas. They have a great reputation in the market and are working on some of the South West s largest infrastructure and defence projects. THE POSITION They are actively looking to recruit a number of individuals at Procurement Manager level to get involved in taking full responsibility of projects from inception to completion. The successful Procurement Manager will be given the opportunity to take full control of the projects and help mentor junior staff. THE CANDIDATE The successful Senior Procurement Manager must: Have at least 3+ years experience working within a Commercial/ Procurement environment Have experience working within either Defence, Aerospace or Public Sector Have experience working on end to end procurement, with knowledge of Sourcing and Contract Management. Have good communication and client facing skills MCIPS is preferred but not essential Would ideally have Security Clearance or have had it previously WHY YOU SHOULD APPLY Opportunity to work on some of the regions largest projects. Excellent progression opportunities within clear outline on how to get to Director level Market leading Consultancy with a great reputation in the market Fantastic company culture and senior management INTERESTED? Apply in confidence to this advert or contact Niall Collins on (phone number removed) for more information.
May 08, 2026
Full time
One of the UK's largest independent Consultancies is actively recruiting a Procurement Manager to be based in Bristol. THE COMPANY My client is one of the leading Consultancies in the UK with a network of offices across the country as well as overseas. They have a great reputation in the market and are working on some of the South West s largest infrastructure and defence projects. THE POSITION They are actively looking to recruit a number of individuals at Procurement Manager level to get involved in taking full responsibility of projects from inception to completion. The successful Procurement Manager will be given the opportunity to take full control of the projects and help mentor junior staff. THE CANDIDATE The successful Senior Procurement Manager must: Have at least 3+ years experience working within a Commercial/ Procurement environment Have experience working within either Defence, Aerospace or Public Sector Have experience working on end to end procurement, with knowledge of Sourcing and Contract Management. Have good communication and client facing skills MCIPS is preferred but not essential Would ideally have Security Clearance or have had it previously WHY YOU SHOULD APPLY Opportunity to work on some of the regions largest projects. Excellent progression opportunities within clear outline on how to get to Director level Market leading Consultancy with a great reputation in the market Fantastic company culture and senior management INTERESTED? Apply in confidence to this advert or contact Niall Collins on (phone number removed) for more information.
Treasury Finance Manager Contract: Fixed Term (12 months) Location: Welwyn Garden City - Hybrid About the role We are recruiting for a Treasury Finance Manager to take responsibility for the day-to-day operation of the treasury function while supporting the wider finance team.This role sits within a fast-paced, consumer-facing business operating at scale, offering both the challenge and opportunity of working in a highly dynamic environment. You will oversee liquidity, cash flow forecasting and treasury controls, with exposure to both BAU activity and strategic projects.Key responsibilities Being a bridge between core finance and the treasury function Produce and maintain weekly cash flow forecasts aligned to receivables, payables and commercial inputs Deliver weekly, monthly and quarterly cash flow variance analysis for senior stakeholders Manage covenant monitoring and reporting Lead the annual going concern review in collaboration with Financial Reporting Develop treasury reporting and enhance operational controls Support treasury and finance leadership with strategic initiatives (e.g. bank migration, working capital optimisation, lender relationships) Act as the primary treasury point of contact for the wider finance function Contribute treasury assumptions and outputs into the 5-year plan Partner with Financial Reporting & Controls to ensure robust and accurate cash flow reporting and forecasting About you Essential Exposure to treasury operations and/or treasury reporting Qualified or studying towards a professional qualification (ACT, ACA, ACCA or CIMA) Strong Excel capability, including spreadsheet build and analytical reporting Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to leverage data and systems Comfortable balancing day-to-day responsibilities with longer-term project work Confident communicator, able to engage senior stakeholders and cross-functional teams
May 08, 2026
Contractor
Treasury Finance Manager Contract: Fixed Term (12 months) Location: Welwyn Garden City - Hybrid About the role We are recruiting for a Treasury Finance Manager to take responsibility for the day-to-day operation of the treasury function while supporting the wider finance team.This role sits within a fast-paced, consumer-facing business operating at scale, offering both the challenge and opportunity of working in a highly dynamic environment. You will oversee liquidity, cash flow forecasting and treasury controls, with exposure to both BAU activity and strategic projects.Key responsibilities Being a bridge between core finance and the treasury function Produce and maintain weekly cash flow forecasts aligned to receivables, payables and commercial inputs Deliver weekly, monthly and quarterly cash flow variance analysis for senior stakeholders Manage covenant monitoring and reporting Lead the annual going concern review in collaboration with Financial Reporting Develop treasury reporting and enhance operational controls Support treasury and finance leadership with strategic initiatives (e.g. bank migration, working capital optimisation, lender relationships) Act as the primary treasury point of contact for the wider finance function Contribute treasury assumptions and outputs into the 5-year plan Partner with Financial Reporting & Controls to ensure robust and accurate cash flow reporting and forecasting About you Essential Exposure to treasury operations and/or treasury reporting Qualified or studying towards a professional qualification (ACT, ACA, ACCA or CIMA) Strong Excel capability, including spreadsheet build and analytical reporting Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to leverage data and systems Comfortable balancing day-to-day responsibilities with longer-term project work Confident communicator, able to engage senior stakeholders and cross-functional teams
Our client BAE Systems, a prominent company in the defence and security sector, is seeking a Senior LSAR Engineer to join their team on a contract basis. Key Responsibilities: Screening and integration of engineering information into the project-controlled toolsets, ensuring the integration and accuracy of the ILS dataset. Supporting alignment of the ILS dataset with third-party datasets. Investigating and responding to queries regarding the data within toolsets, as directed by the Project Manager or Helpdesk Lead. Creating a Product Breakdown Structure within the ILS toolset consistent with existing data held. Integrating engineering information from third parties into the toolset, capturing key fields such as maintenance, technical documentation, parts, and tools. Building complex queries and reports to extract data held within the ILS toolsets as required. Supporting helpdesk change management process and liaising with internal and external stakeholders, providing advice and guidance on ILS data requirements. Managing task deadlines, quality standards, and budget demands, and providing on-the-job training and mentoring to others as requested by line management. Job Requirements: Experience with Logistics Support Analysis Record (LSAR). General engineering knowledge with the ability to interpret engineering drawings. Knowledge of DefStan 00-60, DefStan 00-600, ASD S2000L, S3000M is desirable. Understanding of configuration management principles is beneficial. Ability to work independently and conduct technical issue investigations. Well-developed communication skills for interfacing with stakeholders and producing coherent responses. Benefits: This role offers a chance to work on critical defence and security projects. Collaborative and supportive team environment. Hybrid working arrangements with remote work possible, with occasional on-site requirements. If you are an experienced LSAR Engineer looking for an exciting contract role in the defence and security sector, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's dynamic team.
May 08, 2026
Contractor
Our client BAE Systems, a prominent company in the defence and security sector, is seeking a Senior LSAR Engineer to join their team on a contract basis. Key Responsibilities: Screening and integration of engineering information into the project-controlled toolsets, ensuring the integration and accuracy of the ILS dataset. Supporting alignment of the ILS dataset with third-party datasets. Investigating and responding to queries regarding the data within toolsets, as directed by the Project Manager or Helpdesk Lead. Creating a Product Breakdown Structure within the ILS toolset consistent with existing data held. Integrating engineering information from third parties into the toolset, capturing key fields such as maintenance, technical documentation, parts, and tools. Building complex queries and reports to extract data held within the ILS toolsets as required. Supporting helpdesk change management process and liaising with internal and external stakeholders, providing advice and guidance on ILS data requirements. Managing task deadlines, quality standards, and budget demands, and providing on-the-job training and mentoring to others as requested by line management. Job Requirements: Experience with Logistics Support Analysis Record (LSAR). General engineering knowledge with the ability to interpret engineering drawings. Knowledge of DefStan 00-60, DefStan 00-600, ASD S2000L, S3000M is desirable. Understanding of configuration management principles is beneficial. Ability to work independently and conduct technical issue investigations. Well-developed communication skills for interfacing with stakeholders and producing coherent responses. Benefits: This role offers a chance to work on critical defence and security projects. Collaborative and supportive team environment. Hybrid working arrangements with remote work possible, with occasional on-site requirements. If you are an experienced LSAR Engineer looking for an exciting contract role in the defence and security sector, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's dynamic team.
Senior Planner required for one of the UK's most high profile design consultancies. The projects the work are diverse and interesting. They are now keen to develop their project output capability by recruiting a high calibre P6 Planners to work on the prestigious infrastructure projects. These roles can be based out of Bristol, London, Birmingham, Manchester, Leeds, Newcastle or Glasgow. The Role Produce detailed P6 programmes and plans Update a progress on a monthly/weekly basis Review and develop processes for updating and programmes schedules at all milestones To assume a leadership role during schedule development Work with the PMOs co-ordinating programmes and integration with design teams and coordinators Produce progress reports accordingly such as Earned Value and resource balancing structures Liaise and work with Risk Managers assessing and reducing risk. About You Proficient in the use of P6 Have previous Civil/ Infrastructure engineering experience Proven ability to communicate and influence effectively at all levels within an organisation Background in and detailed knowledge of the development of Management Systems IT literate with good knowledge of use of Excel, Word PowerPoint Analytical skills to be able to understand activities being undertaken and match to stated process Knowledge of best practice and ability to interrogate to assess compliance
May 08, 2026
Contractor
Senior Planner required for one of the UK's most high profile design consultancies. The projects the work are diverse and interesting. They are now keen to develop their project output capability by recruiting a high calibre P6 Planners to work on the prestigious infrastructure projects. These roles can be based out of Bristol, London, Birmingham, Manchester, Leeds, Newcastle or Glasgow. The Role Produce detailed P6 programmes and plans Update a progress on a monthly/weekly basis Review and develop processes for updating and programmes schedules at all milestones To assume a leadership role during schedule development Work with the PMOs co-ordinating programmes and integration with design teams and coordinators Produce progress reports accordingly such as Earned Value and resource balancing structures Liaise and work with Risk Managers assessing and reducing risk. About You Proficient in the use of P6 Have previous Civil/ Infrastructure engineering experience Proven ability to communicate and influence effectively at all levels within an organisation Background in and detailed knowledge of the development of Management Systems IT literate with good knowledge of use of Excel, Word PowerPoint Analytical skills to be able to understand activities being undertaken and match to stated process Knowledge of best practice and ability to interrogate to assess compliance
My client is one of the leading Consultancies in the UK with a network of offices across the country as well as overseas. They have a great reputation in the market and are working on some of the South's largest infrastructure and defence projects. THE POSITION They are actively looking to recruit a number of individuals at Commercial Manager level to get involved in taking full responsibility of projects from inception to completion. The successful Procurement Manager will be given the opportunity to take full control of the projects and help mentor junior staff. THE CANDIDATE The successful Commercial Manager must: Have at least 4+ years experience working within a Commercial/ Procurement environment Have experience working within either Defence, Aerospace or Public Sector Have experience working on end to end procurement, with knowledge of Sourcing and Contract Management. Have good communication and client facing skills MCIPS is preferred but not essential Would ideally have Security Clearance or have had it previously WHY YOU SHOULD APPLY Opportunity to work on some of the regions largest projects. Excellent progression opportunities within clear outline on how to get to Director level Market leading Consultancy with a great reputation in the market Fantastic company culture and senior management INTERESTED? Apply in confidence to this advert or contact Niall Collins on (phone number removed) for more information.
May 08, 2026
Full time
My client is one of the leading Consultancies in the UK with a network of offices across the country as well as overseas. They have a great reputation in the market and are working on some of the South's largest infrastructure and defence projects. THE POSITION They are actively looking to recruit a number of individuals at Commercial Manager level to get involved in taking full responsibility of projects from inception to completion. The successful Procurement Manager will be given the opportunity to take full control of the projects and help mentor junior staff. THE CANDIDATE The successful Commercial Manager must: Have at least 4+ years experience working within a Commercial/ Procurement environment Have experience working within either Defence, Aerospace or Public Sector Have experience working on end to end procurement, with knowledge of Sourcing and Contract Management. Have good communication and client facing skills MCIPS is preferred but not essential Would ideally have Security Clearance or have had it previously WHY YOU SHOULD APPLY Opportunity to work on some of the regions largest projects. Excellent progression opportunities within clear outline on how to get to Director level Market leading Consultancy with a great reputation in the market Fantastic company culture and senior management INTERESTED? Apply in confidence to this advert or contact Niall Collins on (phone number removed) for more information.
Consortium Professional Recruitment
Hessle, North Humberside
Senior Sales Manager - Main Contractors Location: UK Hybrid / Field-Based Salary: £60,000 - £70,000 + Bonus + Car + Benefits Senior Sales Manager - North Location: UK Hybrid / Field-Based Salary: £60,000 - £70,000 + Bonus + Car + Benefits Construction Projects A rare opportunity has arisen for a Senior Sales Manager to join a market-leading specialist building systems manufacturer operating at the premium end of UK commercial construction. This is a senior contracting role with genuine commercial weight. You will take ownership of substantial six and seven figure project packages, working directly with Tier 1 and major Tier 2 main contractors in structured, tender-led environments. This position is designed for a commercially astute and technically aware construction sales professional who thrives on winning substantial projects within structured tender environments. The Opportunity As Senior Sales Manager, you will: Lead engagement with main contractors and key project stakeholders on complex commercial schemes Navigate scope documentation and tender processes Shape submissions alongside internal commercial & technical teams Negotiate to secure projects while protecting margin Take ownership of projects from live opportunity through to contract award Project values typically range from £250,000 to £2.5 million. You will operate within a high-expectation, high-conversion culture where involvement carries ownership and accountability. Ideal Background You are likely already: Selling technical building systems into main contractors Operating in tender-led project environments Engaged with BoQs and scope documentation Managing project packages of £250k+ Accountable for margin as well as revenue Relevant backgrounds may include specialist building systems, façade or envelope solutions, roofing systems, structural systems, fire protection, or commercial interiors. Why This Role Stands Out Established market leader with strong contractor credibility Consistent pipeline of validated live opportunities Six and seven figure deal ownership Clear commercial accountability Strong internal commercial and operational support structure Long-term progression within a well-capitalised international group This is a position for someone confident operating at contractor level, comfortable defending margin, and motivated by securing significant project wins. Package £60,000 - £70,000 base salary Performance-related bonus Car allowance Comprehensive Benefits package Apply If you are a commercially credible Senior Sales Manager seeking greater project ownership within a market-leading contracting environment, we welcome a confidential conversation. To protect confidentiality and ensure a consistent and diligent assessment process, all applications and expressions of interest will be reviewed exclusively by Consortium Professional Recruitment. Consortium Professional Recruitment Ltd are a professional level recruitment consultancy specialising in the delivery of high relevance recruitment services on behalf of our clients across the UK. We regularly receive large responses to our advertising which can make providing individual feedback to every applicant challenging. If you haven't received a reply from us within 14 day of your application, we regret to say your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. We have a policy of retaining your details for future vacancies unless you request otherwise. To learn more about our services, please visit
May 08, 2026
Full time
Senior Sales Manager - Main Contractors Location: UK Hybrid / Field-Based Salary: £60,000 - £70,000 + Bonus + Car + Benefits Senior Sales Manager - North Location: UK Hybrid / Field-Based Salary: £60,000 - £70,000 + Bonus + Car + Benefits Construction Projects A rare opportunity has arisen for a Senior Sales Manager to join a market-leading specialist building systems manufacturer operating at the premium end of UK commercial construction. This is a senior contracting role with genuine commercial weight. You will take ownership of substantial six and seven figure project packages, working directly with Tier 1 and major Tier 2 main contractors in structured, tender-led environments. This position is designed for a commercially astute and technically aware construction sales professional who thrives on winning substantial projects within structured tender environments. The Opportunity As Senior Sales Manager, you will: Lead engagement with main contractors and key project stakeholders on complex commercial schemes Navigate scope documentation and tender processes Shape submissions alongside internal commercial & technical teams Negotiate to secure projects while protecting margin Take ownership of projects from live opportunity through to contract award Project values typically range from £250,000 to £2.5 million. You will operate within a high-expectation, high-conversion culture where involvement carries ownership and accountability. Ideal Background You are likely already: Selling technical building systems into main contractors Operating in tender-led project environments Engaged with BoQs and scope documentation Managing project packages of £250k+ Accountable for margin as well as revenue Relevant backgrounds may include specialist building systems, façade or envelope solutions, roofing systems, structural systems, fire protection, or commercial interiors. Why This Role Stands Out Established market leader with strong contractor credibility Consistent pipeline of validated live opportunities Six and seven figure deal ownership Clear commercial accountability Strong internal commercial and operational support structure Long-term progression within a well-capitalised international group This is a position for someone confident operating at contractor level, comfortable defending margin, and motivated by securing significant project wins. Package £60,000 - £70,000 base salary Performance-related bonus Car allowance Comprehensive Benefits package Apply If you are a commercially credible Senior Sales Manager seeking greater project ownership within a market-leading contracting environment, we welcome a confidential conversation. To protect confidentiality and ensure a consistent and diligent assessment process, all applications and expressions of interest will be reviewed exclusively by Consortium Professional Recruitment. Consortium Professional Recruitment Ltd are a professional level recruitment consultancy specialising in the delivery of high relevance recruitment services on behalf of our clients across the UK. We regularly receive large responses to our advertising which can make providing individual feedback to every applicant challenging. If you haven't received a reply from us within 14 day of your application, we regret to say your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. We have a policy of retaining your details for future vacancies unless you request otherwise. To learn more about our services, please visit
Locations : London München Düsseldorf Madrid 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 As a Manager - BCG Vantage on our Topic Activation path within BCG's Industrial Goods Practice Area, you will collaborate and partner in a growing global team, providing industry expertise and insights. You will work together with case and proposal teams to provide knowledge assets, analysis and expert advisory. You'll serve as a thought partner and content expert to case teams and sector leaders, helping structure and solve complex issues. Additionally, as a Manager - BCG Vantage you will drive development of intellectual property and knowledge assets to support the Aerospace & Defense sector, serving as an active contributor to commercialization efforts for the topic, whilst working with business leaders to drive proposals & go-to-market efforts. As a Manager - BCG Vantage, you may line manage a team of junior colleagues (though will not be expected to do so immediately), taking responsibility for their goal setting, ongoing feedback and career development support. We are seeking a qualified candidate to support projects within the Aerospace & Defense sectors across the globe, with a particular emphasis on the defense industry in Europe. A successful candidate will likely come from the aerospace and defense industry, an aerospace and defense consultancy, or think tanks. Successful candidates may have had roles focusing on market Intelligence, corporate strategy, and government relations. Military service, particularly in roles relevant to defense strategy, acquisition, procurement and operations, would also be a strong asset. This role is geared for an individual with a strong understanding of the business dynamics across the European defense sector, especially those who can speak to the corporate and technical trends across all military domains. While prior commercial aerospace can be useful, please note that this role will focus on the defense side of "aerospace and defense." While this role is pitched at the Manager level, we welcome applications from candidates with slightly less experience who demonstrate strong capabilities - in which case we may consider appointment at the Senior Analyst level. YOU'RE GOOD AT Solving complex client problems through formulating relevant research and/or analytical approaches in aerospace and defense Driving development and maintenance of knowledge assets e.g. tools, databases, sector materials, based on different client contexts Communicating with senior stakeholders, demonstrating the ability to engage your audience effectively Managing a portfolio of projects, with strong awareness of business priorities and commercial impact Training, coaching, and mentoring junior team members Working in an ever changing and complex environment, and comfortable with ambiguity and navigating a fast-paced environment What You'll Bring 3+ years consulting experience in relevant aerospace and defense industry required; candidates with consulting experience (especially strategy, growth, go-to-market, and due diligence experience, with a focus on defense) preferred In lieu of consulting experience, 4+ years minimum defense industry experience required; 6-10+ years of defense industry experience strongly preferred Bachelor's Degree required (advanced degree preferred) Fluency in English; fluency in one or more other European languages is a major plus Exceptional quantitative and qualitative problem-solving skills; experience in data analysis and modeling is a major plus Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills to interact with internal and external stakeholder while working in a global collaborative team environment; experience working with diverse international teams is a major plus Who You'll Work With As a Manager - BCG Vantage on our Topic Activation path, you will collaborate with global topic leads and colleagues across BCG to bring expertise and capabilities to the service of our internal and external clients. Our team is made up of a diverse pool of BCG Vantage positions that allow us to pursue exciting, innovative BCG Vantage careers. Additional info BCG Vantage is a powerhouse of expertise, seamlessly embedded within Practice Areas and markets to drive extraordinary impact. It equips BCG case teams and clients with cutting-edge expertise, proprietary assets, actionable data, and transformative insights that empower our case teams and enable our clients to achieve their aspirations. With global experts across 20 Practices, covering more than 100 topics, sectors and offers, plus four focused geographic markets, BCG Vantage delivers unparalleled depth and breadth of insight & expertise. BCG Vantage consists of three career paths, each playing a crucial role in delivering value to clients, case teams and practice teams. Client Focus (Embedded Expertise) Integrates into client-facing teams to deliver direct client impact through expertise, know-how, and proprietary tools and assets Topic Activation (Sector Expertise with Proprietary Tool & Data Solutions) Combines deep domain insights with our know-how and proprietary assets to address targeted challenges directly with clients and project teams; co-creates insights on industry trends and functional topics, proprietary data and tools, and teams to codify IP that all enables BCG to deliver excellent business value with its clients Research (Practice Topic and Sector-Aligned Research and Insights) Delivers actionable research and insights tailored to the client project's needs; works with qualitative and quantitative data, conducts research and provides synthesized results from sources including commercial data, public and open source, company and industry research, macro-economic, commodities and trade data. 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.
May 08, 2026
Full time
Locations : London München Düsseldorf Madrid 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 As a Manager - BCG Vantage on our Topic Activation path within BCG's Industrial Goods Practice Area, you will collaborate and partner in a growing global team, providing industry expertise and insights. You will work together with case and proposal teams to provide knowledge assets, analysis and expert advisory. You'll serve as a thought partner and content expert to case teams and sector leaders, helping structure and solve complex issues. Additionally, as a Manager - BCG Vantage you will drive development of intellectual property and knowledge assets to support the Aerospace & Defense sector, serving as an active contributor to commercialization efforts for the topic, whilst working with business leaders to drive proposals & go-to-market efforts. As a Manager - BCG Vantage, you may line manage a team of junior colleagues (though will not be expected to do so immediately), taking responsibility for their goal setting, ongoing feedback and career development support. We are seeking a qualified candidate to support projects within the Aerospace & Defense sectors across the globe, with a particular emphasis on the defense industry in Europe. A successful candidate will likely come from the aerospace and defense industry, an aerospace and defense consultancy, or think tanks. Successful candidates may have had roles focusing on market Intelligence, corporate strategy, and government relations. Military service, particularly in roles relevant to defense strategy, acquisition, procurement and operations, would also be a strong asset. This role is geared for an individual with a strong understanding of the business dynamics across the European defense sector, especially those who can speak to the corporate and technical trends across all military domains. While prior commercial aerospace can be useful, please note that this role will focus on the defense side of "aerospace and defense." While this role is pitched at the Manager level, we welcome applications from candidates with slightly less experience who demonstrate strong capabilities - in which case we may consider appointment at the Senior Analyst level. YOU'RE GOOD AT Solving complex client problems through formulating relevant research and/or analytical approaches in aerospace and defense Driving development and maintenance of knowledge assets e.g. tools, databases, sector materials, based on different client contexts Communicating with senior stakeholders, demonstrating the ability to engage your audience effectively Managing a portfolio of projects, with strong awareness of business priorities and commercial impact Training, coaching, and mentoring junior team members Working in an ever changing and complex environment, and comfortable with ambiguity and navigating a fast-paced environment What You'll Bring 3+ years consulting experience in relevant aerospace and defense industry required; candidates with consulting experience (especially strategy, growth, go-to-market, and due diligence experience, with a focus on defense) preferred In lieu of consulting experience, 4+ years minimum defense industry experience required; 6-10+ years of defense industry experience strongly preferred Bachelor's Degree required (advanced degree preferred) Fluency in English; fluency in one or more other European languages is a major plus Exceptional quantitative and qualitative problem-solving skills; experience in data analysis and modeling is a major plus Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills to interact with internal and external stakeholder while working in a global collaborative team environment; experience working with diverse international teams is a major plus Who You'll Work With As a Manager - BCG Vantage on our Topic Activation path, you will collaborate with global topic leads and colleagues across BCG to bring expertise and capabilities to the service of our internal and external clients. Our team is made up of a diverse pool of BCG Vantage positions that allow us to pursue exciting, innovative BCG Vantage careers. Additional info BCG Vantage is a powerhouse of expertise, seamlessly embedded within Practice Areas and markets to drive extraordinary impact. It equips BCG case teams and clients with cutting-edge expertise, proprietary assets, actionable data, and transformative insights that empower our case teams and enable our clients to achieve their aspirations. With global experts across 20 Practices, covering more than 100 topics, sectors and offers, plus four focused geographic markets, BCG Vantage delivers unparalleled depth and breadth of insight & expertise. BCG Vantage consists of three career paths, each playing a crucial role in delivering value to clients, case teams and practice teams. Client Focus (Embedded Expertise) Integrates into client-facing teams to deliver direct client impact through expertise, know-how, and proprietary tools and assets Topic Activation (Sector Expertise with Proprietary Tool & Data Solutions) Combines deep domain insights with our know-how and proprietary assets to address targeted challenges directly with clients and project teams; co-creates insights on industry trends and functional topics, proprietary data and tools, and teams to codify IP that all enables BCG to deliver excellent business value with its clients Research (Practice Topic and Sector-Aligned Research and Insights) Delivers actionable research and insights tailored to the client project's needs; works with qualitative and quantitative data, conducts research and provides synthesized results from sources including commercial data, public and open source, company and industry research, macro-economic, commodities and trade data. 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.
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 We are seeking a strong candidate with experience in Product Marketing and/or Change Management and Communications; this person will support a digital product portfolio team focused on GenAI products. The role will focus on rolling out GenAI product changes to BCG Consulting, Knowledge and Business Support teams, and on influencing user adoption and satisfaction. Please note that this role is focused on company-internal (not client-facing) marketing, communications and change management. You are good at Product marketing and change management, ideally in an agile software context Setting and driving strategies independently with minimal manager supervision; taking ownership of projects end-to-end Adopting the end users' perspective and bringing that lens to the table Prioritizing and problem-solving in a fast-paced, collaborative and service-oriented environment with a very high performance culture Defining, measuring, assessing and improving KPIs associated with GTM campaigns Managing multiple stakeholders with competing priorities Working with a virtual team spread-out across time zones Experience in GenAI will be added advantage What You'll Bring 7 - 10 years' experience; consulting manager toolkit/experience a significant plus Very strong influencing, networking and relationship building skills - with very senior stakeholders Project management experience Change or product marketing management experience Complex problem structuring and solving experience Strong written and verbal communication skills Who You'll Work With Key stakeholders include: Product Portfolio Lead Product Owners Product GTM, Change and Enablement CoE members BCG consulting teams BCG functional leadership 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.
May 08, 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 We are seeking a strong candidate with experience in Product Marketing and/or Change Management and Communications; this person will support a digital product portfolio team focused on GenAI products. The role will focus on rolling out GenAI product changes to BCG Consulting, Knowledge and Business Support teams, and on influencing user adoption and satisfaction. Please note that this role is focused on company-internal (not client-facing) marketing, communications and change management. You are good at Product marketing and change management, ideally in an agile software context Setting and driving strategies independently with minimal manager supervision; taking ownership of projects end-to-end Adopting the end users' perspective and bringing that lens to the table Prioritizing and problem-solving in a fast-paced, collaborative and service-oriented environment with a very high performance culture Defining, measuring, assessing and improving KPIs associated with GTM campaigns Managing multiple stakeholders with competing priorities Working with a virtual team spread-out across time zones Experience in GenAI will be added advantage What You'll Bring 7 - 10 years' experience; consulting manager toolkit/experience a significant plus Very strong influencing, networking and relationship building skills - with very senior stakeholders Project management experience Change or product marketing management experience Complex problem structuring and solving experience Strong written and verbal communication skills Who You'll Work With Key stakeholders include: Product Portfolio Lead Product Owners Product GTM, Change and Enablement CoE members BCG consulting teams BCG functional leadership 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.
Programme Director - Hertfordshire Contract start 1st of June 2026 1000 per day Inside IR35 - paid via an umbrella Hybrid working A senior leadership role within the Strategic Projects and Management Office. The postholder is accountable for the successful delivery of the organisation's portfolio of projects and programmes, setting standards and best practice for project and programme managers, ensuring that strategic initiatives are executed effectively, on time, within budget, and to defined quality standards. The role provides leadership and direction across all delivery teams, shaping delivery strategy, driving execution excellence, and ensuring outcomes realise intended business benefits. The role influences senior stakeholders and aligns delivery activity with organisational priorities. This role requires excellent leadership qualities, who is strategic, proactive, and highly experienced technology leader with a strong track record in delivering complex programmes and projects, and the confidence to engage effectively with senior stakeholders. Key Responsibilities: Delivery Leadership and Execution Lead the end-to-end delivery of all projects and programmes across the organisation. Ensure delivery outcomes align with strategic objectives and business priorities. Establish clear accountability for delivery across programme and project managers. Drive a culture of ownership, pace, and high performance across delivery teams. Programme and Project Oversight: Oversee planning, mobilisation, and execution of major programmes and projects. Ensure robust management of scope, schedule, cost, quality, and benefits. Monitor delivery performance and intervene where required to address delays. Manage interdependencies across programmes. Delivery Strategy: Ensure the organisation adopts appropriate delivery approaches (e.g., Agile, waterfall, hybrid). Align delivery structures to strategic objectives. Continuously optimise delivery practices to improve speed, quality, and predictability. Stakeholder Engagement and Leadership: Act as the senior escalation point for delivery issues, risks, and decisions. Build strong relationships with executive stakeholders, business leaders and change sponsors. Provide clear and confident reporting on delivery progress, risks, and outcomes. Influence decision-making to resolve conflicts, prioritise work, and allocate resources effectively. Resource and Capacity Management: Ensure effective allocation and utilisation of delivery resources across programmes and projects. Balance demand and capacity, resolving conflicts and constraints. Work with resource managers to ensure availability of skilled resources. Support development of workforce plans to support future delivery demand. Risk, Issue, and Dependency Management: Ensure proactive identification and management of delivery risks and issues. Oversee mitigation strategies and ensure timely resolution of blockers. Manage cross-programme dependencies and organisational impacts. Escalate critical risks to executive leadership with clear recommendations. Benefits Realisation Ensure programmes and projects are structured to deliver measurable business outcomes. Track and monitor benefits realisation throughout and beyond delivery. Hold delivery teams and business stakeholders accountable for achieving benefits. Ensure alignment between delivery outputs and strategic value creation. Continuous Improvement and Delivery Capability: Drive continuous improvement in delivery performance, tools, and practices. Establish a high-performing delivery community with shared standards and best practice. Coach and develop programme and project managers to enhance capability. Promote a culture of learning, accountability, and delivery excellence. Key Skills & Experience: Significant experience leading large-scale programmes and project portfolios. Proven track record of delivering complex, cross-functional strategic change initiatives. Proven experience in leading and developing high-performing, cross-functional project & programme teams. Strong experience in stakeholder engagement at executive level. Demonstrated ability to drive delivery performance and accountability. Leads the identification, planning, and coordination of programmes to deliver strategic objectives. Ensures alignment between programme outcomes and organisational goals. Strong track record in managing risks, dependencies, and stakeholder engagement at a strategic level. Comfortable in delivering complex information to senior stakeholders clearly and effectively. Extensive knowledge of budgeting & forecasting activities across project and programme portfolios. Desirable Qualifications: Educated to degree level in a relevant discipline (e.g., IT, Business, Management, Engineering) or equivalent professional experience. Relevant professional certifications such as APM, PMP, PRINCE2, MSP, AgilePM, SAFe. Experience with Agile delivery frameworks (e.g., SAFe, Scrum at scale). Experienced in using project and programme management tools (e.g. MS Project, Azure DevOps) to track delivery, plan resources and manage budgets. Please note you will receive an automated response advising you that we have received your CV. Morgan Philips Group is a global talent solutions business that disrupts conventional thinking in executive search, recruitment and talent consulting. We operate in over 18 markets in Europe, North & South America, Asia, and the Middle East & Africa. We understand that the future is digital and social, so we embrace the latest technology, including video ads and CVs, as well as social recruiting. Our innovative services are tailored to the new world of work yet we do not lose sight of the fact that employees be they existing and potential are ultimately human beings. We are committed to ensuring that all job applicants are treated equally, without discrimination because of gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partner status, gender reassignment, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, disability or age.
May 08, 2026
Contractor
Programme Director - Hertfordshire Contract start 1st of June 2026 1000 per day Inside IR35 - paid via an umbrella Hybrid working A senior leadership role within the Strategic Projects and Management Office. The postholder is accountable for the successful delivery of the organisation's portfolio of projects and programmes, setting standards and best practice for project and programme managers, ensuring that strategic initiatives are executed effectively, on time, within budget, and to defined quality standards. The role provides leadership and direction across all delivery teams, shaping delivery strategy, driving execution excellence, and ensuring outcomes realise intended business benefits. The role influences senior stakeholders and aligns delivery activity with organisational priorities. This role requires excellent leadership qualities, who is strategic, proactive, and highly experienced technology leader with a strong track record in delivering complex programmes and projects, and the confidence to engage effectively with senior stakeholders. Key Responsibilities: Delivery Leadership and Execution Lead the end-to-end delivery of all projects and programmes across the organisation. Ensure delivery outcomes align with strategic objectives and business priorities. Establish clear accountability for delivery across programme and project managers. Drive a culture of ownership, pace, and high performance across delivery teams. Programme and Project Oversight: Oversee planning, mobilisation, and execution of major programmes and projects. Ensure robust management of scope, schedule, cost, quality, and benefits. Monitor delivery performance and intervene where required to address delays. Manage interdependencies across programmes. Delivery Strategy: Ensure the organisation adopts appropriate delivery approaches (e.g., Agile, waterfall, hybrid). Align delivery structures to strategic objectives. Continuously optimise delivery practices to improve speed, quality, and predictability. Stakeholder Engagement and Leadership: Act as the senior escalation point for delivery issues, risks, and decisions. Build strong relationships with executive stakeholders, business leaders and change sponsors. Provide clear and confident reporting on delivery progress, risks, and outcomes. Influence decision-making to resolve conflicts, prioritise work, and allocate resources effectively. Resource and Capacity Management: Ensure effective allocation and utilisation of delivery resources across programmes and projects. Balance demand and capacity, resolving conflicts and constraints. Work with resource managers to ensure availability of skilled resources. Support development of workforce plans to support future delivery demand. Risk, Issue, and Dependency Management: Ensure proactive identification and management of delivery risks and issues. Oversee mitigation strategies and ensure timely resolution of blockers. Manage cross-programme dependencies and organisational impacts. Escalate critical risks to executive leadership with clear recommendations. Benefits Realisation Ensure programmes and projects are structured to deliver measurable business outcomes. Track and monitor benefits realisation throughout and beyond delivery. Hold delivery teams and business stakeholders accountable for achieving benefits. Ensure alignment between delivery outputs and strategic value creation. Continuous Improvement and Delivery Capability: Drive continuous improvement in delivery performance, tools, and practices. Establish a high-performing delivery community with shared standards and best practice. Coach and develop programme and project managers to enhance capability. Promote a culture of learning, accountability, and delivery excellence. Key Skills & Experience: Significant experience leading large-scale programmes and project portfolios. Proven track record of delivering complex, cross-functional strategic change initiatives. Proven experience in leading and developing high-performing, cross-functional project & programme teams. Strong experience in stakeholder engagement at executive level. Demonstrated ability to drive delivery performance and accountability. Leads the identification, planning, and coordination of programmes to deliver strategic objectives. Ensures alignment between programme outcomes and organisational goals. Strong track record in managing risks, dependencies, and stakeholder engagement at a strategic level. Comfortable in delivering complex information to senior stakeholders clearly and effectively. Extensive knowledge of budgeting & forecasting activities across project and programme portfolios. Desirable Qualifications: Educated to degree level in a relevant discipline (e.g., IT, Business, Management, Engineering) or equivalent professional experience. Relevant professional certifications such as APM, PMP, PRINCE2, MSP, AgilePM, SAFe. Experience with Agile delivery frameworks (e.g., SAFe, Scrum at scale). Experienced in using project and programme management tools (e.g. MS Project, Azure DevOps) to track delivery, plan resources and manage budgets. Please note you will receive an automated response advising you that we have received your CV. Morgan Philips Group is a global talent solutions business that disrupts conventional thinking in executive search, recruitment and talent consulting. We operate in over 18 markets in Europe, North & South America, Asia, and the Middle East & Africa. We understand that the future is digital and social, so we embrace the latest technology, including video ads and CVs, as well as social recruiting. Our innovative services are tailored to the new world of work yet we do not lose sight of the fact that employees be they existing and potential are ultimately human beings. We are committed to ensuring that all job applicants are treated equally, without discrimination because of gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partner status, gender reassignment, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, disability or age.
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 The LAB Career Development (CD) team is responsible for the performance review process for Consultants (Associates through to Partners) across London, Amsterdam and Brussels. This is a busy, fast paced role and focuses on the career development of London Consultants (Cs). You will be instrumental in providing advice and support to a team of Career Development Advisors (CDAs), each of whom has 8 Advisees who are reviewed in the CD committee twice a year. You will take the lead in setting up and running the CD committee meetings that take place between 7-9 times a year. In addition, you will support the wider LAB CD Team with ad hoc CD programmes and projects. What you'll do Lead the CD review process for Consultants which takes place between 7-9 times a year Meticulously prepare for each CD Committee (CDC) meeting: setting the agenda, ensuring all downward feedback is submitted in time for the meetings, and collaborating with CDAs pre/post committees Review all incoming evaluations to ensure quality and calibration, maintain timely and accurate performance data inputs, and flag any issues to the relevant CDA Partner with the C CDC Chair: workshopping ideas, acting as a sparring partner, and aligning ahead of each CDC Provide advice and support to CDAs when they need guidance on CD policies, training and CD programmes Support CDAs with Performance Improvement Plans/Structured Development plans and team with HR/Staffing teams throughout Support Consultants with CD/HR/Career path advice and drive engagement and clarity around CD processes, e.g. running regular demystifying sessions with the cohort Team with L&D and Staffing teams for latest training and staffing opportunities and support with individual action plans Team with Mobility to ensure transfers are supported with Career Advisors Support the L-A-B CD Managers on wider topics such as: C2 PA affiliation LAB Annual Bonus Review LAB CD transformation projects & system improvements DE&I Initiatives You're good at You are collaborative and have strong communication skills You are highly organised, with strong attention to detail You are self-motivated and resourceful to find and deliver the best outcome You can influence and effectively persuade, working with multiple stakeholders You thrive in a fast-paced, client-oriented environment where you are comfortable suggesting change and improving processes What You'll Bring 3+ years professional experience within a related People function (Talent, Recruiting, L&D, Staffing) ideally within Consultancy/Professional Services Degree educated Strong analytical skillset, with a high level of precision in data management and accuracy Experience with senior stakeholder management Confident in use of Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint. Experience with Trello, Slack and Workday is a plus Knowledge of performance management/talent development desirable Additional info Please note this position is not restricted solely to the responsibilities listed above and that the job scope and responsibilities are subject to change. 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.
May 08, 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 The LAB Career Development (CD) team is responsible for the performance review process for Consultants (Associates through to Partners) across London, Amsterdam and Brussels. This is a busy, fast paced role and focuses on the career development of London Consultants (Cs). You will be instrumental in providing advice and support to a team of Career Development Advisors (CDAs), each of whom has 8 Advisees who are reviewed in the CD committee twice a year. You will take the lead in setting up and running the CD committee meetings that take place between 7-9 times a year. In addition, you will support the wider LAB CD Team with ad hoc CD programmes and projects. What you'll do Lead the CD review process for Consultants which takes place between 7-9 times a year Meticulously prepare for each CD Committee (CDC) meeting: setting the agenda, ensuring all downward feedback is submitted in time for the meetings, and collaborating with CDAs pre/post committees Review all incoming evaluations to ensure quality and calibration, maintain timely and accurate performance data inputs, and flag any issues to the relevant CDA Partner with the C CDC Chair: workshopping ideas, acting as a sparring partner, and aligning ahead of each CDC Provide advice and support to CDAs when they need guidance on CD policies, training and CD programmes Support CDAs with Performance Improvement Plans/Structured Development plans and team with HR/Staffing teams throughout Support Consultants with CD/HR/Career path advice and drive engagement and clarity around CD processes, e.g. running regular demystifying sessions with the cohort Team with L&D and Staffing teams for latest training and staffing opportunities and support with individual action plans Team with Mobility to ensure transfers are supported with Career Advisors Support the L-A-B CD Managers on wider topics such as: C2 PA affiliation LAB Annual Bonus Review LAB CD transformation projects & system improvements DE&I Initiatives You're good at You are collaborative and have strong communication skills You are highly organised, with strong attention to detail You are self-motivated and resourceful to find and deliver the best outcome You can influence and effectively persuade, working with multiple stakeholders You thrive in a fast-paced, client-oriented environment where you are comfortable suggesting change and improving processes What You'll Bring 3+ years professional experience within a related People function (Talent, Recruiting, L&D, Staffing) ideally within Consultancy/Professional Services Degree educated Strong analytical skillset, with a high level of precision in data management and accuracy Experience with senior stakeholder management Confident in use of Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint. Experience with Trello, Slack and Workday is a plus Knowledge of performance management/talent development desirable Additional info Please note this position is not restricted solely to the responsibilities listed above and that the job scope and responsibilities are subject to change. 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.
