Regulatory Lawyer, 5+ years' experience, London/ Hybrid, £64,000-£67,000 (DOE), This role offers a competitive salary alongside a strong benefits package, including hybrid working, up to 31 days' annual leave, and a generous pension contribution of up to 12%. Additional perks such as private medical insurance, flexible and family-friendly policies, and employee discounts further support your wellbeing and work-life balance. To apply or to register your interest, please contact Kaye on or email with your CV. Job ref: 3312 THE ROLE: A new opportunity to join a growing in house legal team in a newly created role. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key part in shaping the team as it expands its remit and influence across the organisation. This is the first role within the team dedicated to non-contentious work, leading on a broad range of areas including commercial contracts, procurement, data protection, and governance and regulatory advice. Alongside these core responsibilities, you will provide flexible support to colleagues on varied legal queries and assist with sourcing and managing external legal counsel as needed. THE CANDIDATE: The organisation is looking for a qualified Solicitor or barrister with strong technical expertise and solid experience in non-contentious commercial legal work. The ideal candidate will demonstrate excellent attention to detail, commercial awareness, and the ability to manage a varied workload while adapting to new challenges. Applications are welcomed from candidates with diverse backgrounds, particularly those with public sector legal experience, private practice experience advising public sector clients, and in house commercial lawyers, especially those from smaller teams with broad responsibilities. THE TEAM: The Legal Team sits within the Directorate for Legal and Information Management and serves as the organisations in house counsel. Led by the Head of Legal, the team includes a Senior Lawyer, Lawyer, Legal Officer, and Legal Assistant. This newly created role supports a growing and diverse workload, offering the opportunity to contribute meaningfully within a collaborative and progressive environment. THE PACKAGE: This role offers a competitive salary alongside a strong benefits package, including generous annual leave, pension contributions, and private medical insurance. With flexible, family friendly policies and a hybrid working model, it supports both professional growth and a healthy work life balance. HOW TO APPLY: Contact Kaye Thumpston on or email with your CV or simply call for a confidential discussion. eNL will never share your CV with a third party without your express permission. As part of our candidate care process, we aim to respond to all applications in 7 days. If you have not been contacted within this timescale, your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide. At eNL we value diversity and inclusion. We want to attract people at all levels and encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates, whatever your ethnicity, religion, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or any characteristics protected by law in the jurisdictions in which we operate.
Mar 30, 2026
Full time
Regulatory Lawyer, 5+ years' experience, London/ Hybrid, £64,000-£67,000 (DOE), This role offers a competitive salary alongside a strong benefits package, including hybrid working, up to 31 days' annual leave, and a generous pension contribution of up to 12%. Additional perks such as private medical insurance, flexible and family-friendly policies, and employee discounts further support your wellbeing and work-life balance. To apply or to register your interest, please contact Kaye on or email with your CV. Job ref: 3312 THE ROLE: A new opportunity to join a growing in house legal team in a newly created role. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key part in shaping the team as it expands its remit and influence across the organisation. This is the first role within the team dedicated to non-contentious work, leading on a broad range of areas including commercial contracts, procurement, data protection, and governance and regulatory advice. Alongside these core responsibilities, you will provide flexible support to colleagues on varied legal queries and assist with sourcing and managing external legal counsel as needed. THE CANDIDATE: The organisation is looking for a qualified Solicitor or barrister with strong technical expertise and solid experience in non-contentious commercial legal work. The ideal candidate will demonstrate excellent attention to detail, commercial awareness, and the ability to manage a varied workload while adapting to new challenges. Applications are welcomed from candidates with diverse backgrounds, particularly those with public sector legal experience, private practice experience advising public sector clients, and in house commercial lawyers, especially those from smaller teams with broad responsibilities. THE TEAM: The Legal Team sits within the Directorate for Legal and Information Management and serves as the organisations in house counsel. Led by the Head of Legal, the team includes a Senior Lawyer, Lawyer, Legal Officer, and Legal Assistant. This newly created role supports a growing and diverse workload, offering the opportunity to contribute meaningfully within a collaborative and progressive environment. THE PACKAGE: This role offers a competitive salary alongside a strong benefits package, including generous annual leave, pension contributions, and private medical insurance. With flexible, family friendly policies and a hybrid working model, it supports both professional growth and a healthy work life balance. HOW TO APPLY: Contact Kaye Thumpston on or email with your CV or simply call for a confidential discussion. eNL will never share your CV with a third party without your express permission. As part of our candidate care process, we aim to respond to all applications in 7 days. If you have not been contacted within this timescale, your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide. At eNL we value diversity and inclusion. We want to attract people at all levels and encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates, whatever your ethnicity, religion, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or any characteristics protected by law in the jurisdictions in which we operate.
HELPDESK TEAM LEADER FIXED TERM CONTRACT ILKLEY - HYBRID WORKING UP TO £35,000 (Negotiable) THE COMPANY: We're exclusively partnering with highly reputable company that is looking to recruit an experienced Technical Support / Helpdesk Team Leader to join the team.As Technical Support / Helpdesk Team Leader, you will be responsible for managing a team of Support Analysts, Managing Workloads, Ensuring Key SLA are achieved, Rota Management and Ensuring high levels of customer service.The role does require an individual who has operated at Team Leader level within a technical environment with a high-level understanding of IT environments such as Networking.This is the perfect opportunity for an individual with good leadership expertise that is keen to learn more about IT to be able to provide hands-on support where required. THE TECHNICAL SUPPORT / HELPDESK TEAM LEADER ROLE: As Technical Support Team Leader, you will be responsible for managing a team of Support Analysts, whilst ensuring high levels of customer service Monitoring workloads & ticketing to ensure that all customers are supported within the agreed SLA Preparing Monthly team rotas to ensure resource is provided Assisting with Project Work and Coordination Identifying training needs and areas of improvement Ensuring that customers are escalated and responded to rapidly Maintaining SOPs when processes change/update Providing reports to the Directors and discussing key insights Setting team and individual objectives, targets and improvement milestones Arranging team meetings and 1:1 meetings to ensure good communication Delivering or arranging delivery of regular training THE PERSON: Must have experience as a Helpdesk Team Leader, Technical Support Team Leader, Service Desk Team Leader, IT Support Team Leader or similar team lead role in a technical envionment A broad understanding of IT, with the willingness to develop enhanced technical skills over time to enable enhanced/escalation support to team. Excellent communication skills with the confidence to manage a team of varying experience levels An individual with solid values and one that enjoys delivering high levels of service TO APPLY: Please send your CV for the Technical Support Team Leader position via the advert for immediate consideration. By sending an application or applying for a job, you consent to your personal data being processed and stored by Get Recruited (UK) Ltd in accordance with our Cookie & Privacy Policy (available in the footer on our website). Get Recruited (UK) Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and as an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. We are an equal opportunities employer and we never charge candidates a fee for our services.
Mar 30, 2026
Contractor
HELPDESK TEAM LEADER FIXED TERM CONTRACT ILKLEY - HYBRID WORKING UP TO £35,000 (Negotiable) THE COMPANY: We're exclusively partnering with highly reputable company that is looking to recruit an experienced Technical Support / Helpdesk Team Leader to join the team.As Technical Support / Helpdesk Team Leader, you will be responsible for managing a team of Support Analysts, Managing Workloads, Ensuring Key SLA are achieved, Rota Management and Ensuring high levels of customer service.The role does require an individual who has operated at Team Leader level within a technical environment with a high-level understanding of IT environments such as Networking.This is the perfect opportunity for an individual with good leadership expertise that is keen to learn more about IT to be able to provide hands-on support where required. THE TECHNICAL SUPPORT / HELPDESK TEAM LEADER ROLE: As Technical Support Team Leader, you will be responsible for managing a team of Support Analysts, whilst ensuring high levels of customer service Monitoring workloads & ticketing to ensure that all customers are supported within the agreed SLA Preparing Monthly team rotas to ensure resource is provided Assisting with Project Work and Coordination Identifying training needs and areas of improvement Ensuring that customers are escalated and responded to rapidly Maintaining SOPs when processes change/update Providing reports to the Directors and discussing key insights Setting team and individual objectives, targets and improvement milestones Arranging team meetings and 1:1 meetings to ensure good communication Delivering or arranging delivery of regular training THE PERSON: Must have experience as a Helpdesk Team Leader, Technical Support Team Leader, Service Desk Team Leader, IT Support Team Leader or similar team lead role in a technical envionment A broad understanding of IT, with the willingness to develop enhanced technical skills over time to enable enhanced/escalation support to team. Excellent communication skills with the confidence to manage a team of varying experience levels An individual with solid values and one that enjoys delivering high levels of service TO APPLY: Please send your CV for the Technical Support Team Leader position via the advert for immediate consideration. By sending an application or applying for a job, you consent to your personal data being processed and stored by Get Recruited (UK) Ltd in accordance with our Cookie & Privacy Policy (available in the footer on our website). Get Recruited (UK) Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and as an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. We are an equal opportunities employer and we never charge candidates a fee for our services.
SENIOR CREATIVE PRODUCER Location: Bristol UK. Office based but hybrid working considered Job Type: 3-5 days per week - candidate preference Salary: Circa £40k per annum pro rata, subject to experience ABOUT CIRQUE BIJOU Cirque Bijou is one of the UK's leading contemporary circus production companies, renowned for creating ambitious, large-scale outdoor spectacles, immersive events, and bespoke performances for festivals, public celebrations, corporate events and private parties. With a reputation for combining world-class circus artistry, theatrical storytelling, and innovative production design, Cirque Bijou delivers unforgettable experiences both nationally and internationally. THE ROLE We are seeking a visionary and highly experienced Senior Creative Producer to lead the development and delivery of bold, large-scale circus productions and live events. This is a senior leadership role responsible for shaping artistic concepts, managing creative teams, and ensuring projects are delivered on time, on budget, and to exceptional artistic standards. You will oversee multiple large-scale productions from concept to delivery, while building and sustaining relationships with clients, commissioners, commercial partners and artists. The ideal candidate is both creatively ambitious and operationally rigorous - someone who thrives at the intersection of artistry, logistics, and large-scale event production. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Creative Leadership: Lead the conceptual development of new productions from pitch to premiere Lead the development and delivery of ambitious large-scale productions Collaborate with directors, designers, choreographers, technical teams and performers to shape innovative artistic visions Translate creative ideas into feasible production plans Maintain and evolve Cirque Bijou's distinctive artistic voice Client & Partner Management: Lead high-level client relationships (commercial partners, festivals, local authorities, and HNW private clients) Contribute to pitches, proposals, and funding applications Present creative concepts confidently to clients and stakeholders Build long-term partnerships across the arts and events sectors Ensure client satisfaction and repeat business Networking & Strategic Partnerships: Develop and maintain a robust network of contacts Cultivate long-term relationships with commissioners, artists, creatives, funders, and clients Leverage relationships to secure new projects and collaborations Represent Cirque Bijou at public, industry, and partner-facing events Production & Project Management: Oversee multiple large-scale productions simultaneously Develop and manage project budgets, schedules, and delivery timelines Ensure compliance with health & safety standards, licensing, and regulatory requirements Manage complex logistics and site-specific production planning Team Leadership Lead, inspire, and mentor producers, artists, production managers, and freelance teams Foster a collaborative, inclusive, and high-performing creative culture REQUIRED EXPERIENCE: 5+ years producing large-scale live events, outdoor spectacle, immersive theatre, or brand experiences Proven success managing high-profile clients and public-facing projects Proven ability to manage high-value projects, budgets, and multidisciplinary teams Strong financial management and budget oversight experience Experience managing multidisciplinary teams across creative, technical, and operational functions Understanding of risk management and large-scale event logistics ESSENTIAL SKILLS: A passion for live performance and spectacle Exceptional creative vision and artistic sensibility Strategic thinking with strong commercial awareness Outstanding communication and negotiation skills Excellent client relationship and stakeholder management skills Ability to lead under pressure in fast-paced live environments Strong problem-solving and decision-making capability Confident public speaker with experience representing a company externally DESIRABLE: Experience in outdoor arts and site-specific performance Knowledge of UK arts funding landscape Existing network within circus, outdoor arts, and festival sectors Passion for contemporary circus and spectacle performance International touring experience WHAT WE OFFER: Opportunity to shape landmark, large-scale creative productions Working with world-class performers and creative collaborators Leadership role within an internationally respected circus company Collaborative and ambitious creative environment Competitive salary (commensurate with experience) Touring and international project opportunities FURTHER INFORMATION Cirque Bijou are committed to sustainability, diversity, equality and accessibility in all that we do. We value all our artists and crew, and it is important to us that everyone who works with us is well looked after, feels they are part of the team and are supported to do their best work whilst contracted to us. Our core team has a lot of collective experience, and we are always on hand to give help and advice if required. Our offices are located in a friendly community in the heart of Easton, Bristol, amongst cafes and shops, with good transport links. ACCESS If you are invited to interview and have any specific access requirements for the interview or foresee any barriers to the proposed way of working, please discuss this with us. HOW TO APPLY Please send us your CV (max 2 pages) detailing relevant work experience and qualifications that recommend you for this role. Please also send us either a cover letter (max 1 page) or a video link (max 2 mins recording to a smartphone camera), explaining how you fit our criteria and why you are suitable for the role. Send your application by an email via the button below. If you have any questions regarding the role or would like to speak to someone in advance of applying, please call our office on and speak to Kate. Deadline: Wednesday 15 April, 08:00. Interviews: Wednesday 22 or Thursday 23 April, in Bristol.
Mar 30, 2026
Full time
SENIOR CREATIVE PRODUCER Location: Bristol UK. Office based but hybrid working considered Job Type: 3-5 days per week - candidate preference Salary: Circa £40k per annum pro rata, subject to experience ABOUT CIRQUE BIJOU Cirque Bijou is one of the UK's leading contemporary circus production companies, renowned for creating ambitious, large-scale outdoor spectacles, immersive events, and bespoke performances for festivals, public celebrations, corporate events and private parties. With a reputation for combining world-class circus artistry, theatrical storytelling, and innovative production design, Cirque Bijou delivers unforgettable experiences both nationally and internationally. THE ROLE We are seeking a visionary and highly experienced Senior Creative Producer to lead the development and delivery of bold, large-scale circus productions and live events. This is a senior leadership role responsible for shaping artistic concepts, managing creative teams, and ensuring projects are delivered on time, on budget, and to exceptional artistic standards. You will oversee multiple large-scale productions from concept to delivery, while building and sustaining relationships with clients, commissioners, commercial partners and artists. The ideal candidate is both creatively ambitious and operationally rigorous - someone who thrives at the intersection of artistry, logistics, and large-scale event production. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Creative Leadership: Lead the conceptual development of new productions from pitch to premiere Lead the development and delivery of ambitious large-scale productions Collaborate with directors, designers, choreographers, technical teams and performers to shape innovative artistic visions Translate creative ideas into feasible production plans Maintain and evolve Cirque Bijou's distinctive artistic voice Client & Partner Management: Lead high-level client relationships (commercial partners, festivals, local authorities, and HNW private clients) Contribute to pitches, proposals, and funding applications Present creative concepts confidently to clients and stakeholders Build long-term partnerships across the arts and events sectors Ensure client satisfaction and repeat business Networking & Strategic Partnerships: Develop and maintain a robust network of contacts Cultivate long-term relationships with commissioners, artists, creatives, funders, and clients Leverage relationships to secure new projects and collaborations Represent Cirque Bijou at public, industry, and partner-facing events Production & Project Management: Oversee multiple large-scale productions simultaneously Develop and manage project budgets, schedules, and delivery timelines Ensure compliance with health & safety standards, licensing, and regulatory requirements Manage complex logistics and site-specific production planning Team Leadership Lead, inspire, and mentor producers, artists, production managers, and freelance teams Foster a collaborative, inclusive, and high-performing creative culture REQUIRED EXPERIENCE: 5+ years producing large-scale live events, outdoor spectacle, immersive theatre, or brand experiences Proven success managing high-profile clients and public-facing projects Proven ability to manage high-value projects, budgets, and multidisciplinary teams Strong financial management and budget oversight experience Experience managing multidisciplinary teams across creative, technical, and operational functions Understanding of risk management and large-scale event logistics ESSENTIAL SKILLS: A passion for live performance and spectacle Exceptional creative vision and artistic sensibility Strategic thinking with strong commercial awareness Outstanding communication and negotiation skills Excellent client relationship and stakeholder management skills Ability to lead under pressure in fast-paced live environments Strong problem-solving and decision-making capability Confident public speaker with experience representing a company externally DESIRABLE: Experience in outdoor arts and site-specific performance Knowledge of UK arts funding landscape Existing network within circus, outdoor arts, and festival sectors Passion for contemporary circus and spectacle performance International touring experience WHAT WE OFFER: Opportunity to shape landmark, large-scale creative productions Working with world-class performers and creative collaborators Leadership role within an internationally respected circus company Collaborative and ambitious creative environment Competitive salary (commensurate with experience) Touring and international project opportunities FURTHER INFORMATION Cirque Bijou are committed to sustainability, diversity, equality and accessibility in all that we do. We value all our artists and crew, and it is important to us that everyone who works with us is well looked after, feels they are part of the team and are supported to do their best work whilst contracted to us. Our core team has a lot of collective experience, and we are always on hand to give help and advice if required. Our offices are located in a friendly community in the heart of Easton, Bristol, amongst cafes and shops, with good transport links. ACCESS If you are invited to interview and have any specific access requirements for the interview or foresee any barriers to the proposed way of working, please discuss this with us. HOW TO APPLY Please send us your CV (max 2 pages) detailing relevant work experience and qualifications that recommend you for this role. Please also send us either a cover letter (max 1 page) or a video link (max 2 mins recording to a smartphone camera), explaining how you fit our criteria and why you are suitable for the role. Send your application by an email via the button below. If you have any questions regarding the role or would like to speak to someone in advance of applying, please call our office on and speak to Kate. Deadline: Wednesday 15 April, 08:00. Interviews: Wednesday 22 or Thursday 23 April, in Bristol.
Head of Commercial Property - Bridgwater / Yeovil - Up to £90,000 - Legal 500 A highly regarded, multi-office Legal 500 firm in Somerset are seeking a Head of Commercial Property to lead and further develop its established Commercial Property offering. This is a pivotal senior hire for the firm and presents a rare opportunity to step into a leadership role with genuine influence over strategy, growth, and departmental direction. The Role: You will assume responsibility for the Commercial Property department, with the support of a well-resourced team of experienced fee earners and legal assistants. The position combines high-level technical work with leadership, mentoring, and business development responsibilities. The firm has a strong and growing presence in land and agricultural property , and candidates who can bring experience or an interest in this area will be particularly well-placed to shape and expand this offering. Ideal Pre-Requisites: A senior Commercial Property Solicitor with significant Post-Qualification Experience Demonstrable technical excellence across a broad range of Commercial Property matters Proven leadership capability, with the confidence to manage, inspire, and develop a team Experience in land and agricultural property desirable (though not essential) Commercially minded, strategic, and motivated to play a key role in the firm's future growth Benefits on Offer: Opportunity for a truly Senior role wherein to influence the strategic direction of a Legal 500 law firm Outstanding renumeration: £65,000 - £85,000 depending on experience Comprehensive benefits package Huge scope for progression, with potential for Directorship and long-term leadership amidst the highest echelons of the firm Exposure to high-quality work For the right individual, the role offers clear scope to progress into a Directorship, alongside participation in the firm's Head of Department bonus structure. This is a standout opportunity for a senior Commercial Property lawyer seeking a career-defining leadership role within a respected and forward-thinking Legal 500 firm. To enquire further, feel free to contact directly Jack Cooper at QED Legal , on .
Mar 30, 2026
Full time
Head of Commercial Property - Bridgwater / Yeovil - Up to £90,000 - Legal 500 A highly regarded, multi-office Legal 500 firm in Somerset are seeking a Head of Commercial Property to lead and further develop its established Commercial Property offering. This is a pivotal senior hire for the firm and presents a rare opportunity to step into a leadership role with genuine influence over strategy, growth, and departmental direction. The Role: You will assume responsibility for the Commercial Property department, with the support of a well-resourced team of experienced fee earners and legal assistants. The position combines high-level technical work with leadership, mentoring, and business development responsibilities. The firm has a strong and growing presence in land and agricultural property , and candidates who can bring experience or an interest in this area will be particularly well-placed to shape and expand this offering. Ideal Pre-Requisites: A senior Commercial Property Solicitor with significant Post-Qualification Experience Demonstrable technical excellence across a broad range of Commercial Property matters Proven leadership capability, with the confidence to manage, inspire, and develop a team Experience in land and agricultural property desirable (though not essential) Commercially minded, strategic, and motivated to play a key role in the firm's future growth Benefits on Offer: Opportunity for a truly Senior role wherein to influence the strategic direction of a Legal 500 law firm Outstanding renumeration: £65,000 - £85,000 depending on experience Comprehensive benefits package Huge scope for progression, with potential for Directorship and long-term leadership amidst the highest echelons of the firm Exposure to high-quality work For the right individual, the role offers clear scope to progress into a Directorship, alongside participation in the firm's Head of Department bonus structure. This is a standout opportunity for a senior Commercial Property lawyer seeking a career-defining leadership role within a respected and forward-thinking Legal 500 firm. To enquire further, feel free to contact directly Jack Cooper at QED Legal , on .
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons Our Indirect Tax business continues to grow at a rapid pace. Indirect Taxes raise significant revenues for governments globally and gain increasing focus from tax authorities, the media and the public. For you it's the chance to hone your tax technical, project management and client service skills with interesting and complex assignments to help clients of all sizes succeed. The team comprises a mix of 'home-grown' (including at partner level) and externally recruited talent. This strength and diversity of knowledge and experience creates an environment where our team can bring fresh thinking and a varied perspective to every project, enabling us to deliver creative, commercial and robust solutions for our clients. We'll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be someone who is both comfortable taking responsibility for your own client portfolio as well as working as part of a team to develop colleagues and drive the wider business aims. You will be part of a local team, supported by two Senior Managers, a Director and a Partner but given the autonomy and time to develop your personal business as part of that team. You'll be someone with: Significant technical understanding of and previous experience within UK VAT. In-depth knowledge of recent key updates and areas of focus within UK VAT Responsibility to build, manage and develop your advisory portfolio, supported by the Partner and Director. Confidence to build an internal and external network in the local area to drive new business opportunities Ability to actively seek opportunities for selling new services to existing clients Experience of leading engagement with HMRC for clients Experience and credibility when dealing with client senior management An understanding of the regulatory and risk environment in which ICAEW regulated professional services firms operate CTA and/or ACA qualified or equivalent You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer every colleague the opportunity to work in ways that suit you, your teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for the companies we work with and satisfying experiences for our colleagues, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions. We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
Mar 30, 2026
Full time
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons Our Indirect Tax business continues to grow at a rapid pace. Indirect Taxes raise significant revenues for governments globally and gain increasing focus from tax authorities, the media and the public. For you it's the chance to hone your tax technical, project management and client service skills with interesting and complex assignments to help clients of all sizes succeed. The team comprises a mix of 'home-grown' (including at partner level) and externally recruited talent. This strength and diversity of knowledge and experience creates an environment where our team can bring fresh thinking and a varied perspective to every project, enabling us to deliver creative, commercial and robust solutions for our clients. We'll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be someone who is both comfortable taking responsibility for your own client portfolio as well as working as part of a team to develop colleagues and drive the wider business aims. You will be part of a local team, supported by two Senior Managers, a Director and a Partner but given the autonomy and time to develop your personal business as part of that team. You'll be someone with: Significant technical understanding of and previous experience within UK VAT. In-depth knowledge of recent key updates and areas of focus within UK VAT Responsibility to build, manage and develop your advisory portfolio, supported by the Partner and Director. Confidence to build an internal and external network in the local area to drive new business opportunities Ability to actively seek opportunities for selling new services to existing clients Experience of leading engagement with HMRC for clients Experience and credibility when dealing with client senior management An understanding of the regulatory and risk environment in which ICAEW regulated professional services firms operate CTA and/or ACA qualified or equivalent You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer every colleague the opportunity to work in ways that suit you, your teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for the companies we work with and satisfying experiences for our colleagues, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions. We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
Your new company Hays are working with a public sector organisation to support the recruitment of a Technical Solutions Manager. The role is hybrid 1 / 3 days per week on site in North Bristol and can be offered on an initial fixed term contract for 6 months, paying up to 70k. If preferred, the team may be able to consider a permanent or day rate. Your new role & w hat you'll need to succeed In the role, you will manage a technical team of architects, developers and system administrators supporting with day-to-day operations and leadership. This team oversees key strategic products and applications mostly across the Microsoft suite including Power Apps, Dynamics 365 and Microsoft Azure. You will lead on some hands on architecture solution design and lead of strategy across the wider team and directorate. You will need a broad technical background and have technical exposure across the Microsoft Stack. You'll need experience across Enterprise Architecture, strategy and leadership. You'll also need management experience ideally leading similar technical teams. You'll need good stakeholder skills and be able to work with individuals at different levels with different technical backgrounds. What you'll get in return In return you'll work in an exciting leadership role for a purpose driven organisation with a fantastic team and culture. You'll receive a salary up to c£70k on fixed term or a competitive day rate (inside ir35). The role offers flexible hybrid working and 2 / 3 days per week on site in North Bristol and excellent benefits. 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
Mar 30, 2026
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Your new company Hays are working with a public sector organisation to support the recruitment of a Technical Solutions Manager. The role is hybrid 1 / 3 days per week on site in North Bristol and can be offered on an initial fixed term contract for 6 months, paying up to 70k. If preferred, the team may be able to consider a permanent or day rate. Your new role & w hat you'll need to succeed In the role, you will manage a technical team of architects, developers and system administrators supporting with day-to-day operations and leadership. This team oversees key strategic products and applications mostly across the Microsoft suite including Power Apps, Dynamics 365 and Microsoft Azure. You will lead on some hands on architecture solution design and lead of strategy across the wider team and directorate. You will need a broad technical background and have technical exposure across the Microsoft Stack. You'll need experience across Enterprise Architecture, strategy and leadership. You'll also need management experience ideally leading similar technical teams. You'll need good stakeholder skills and be able to work with individuals at different levels with different technical backgrounds. What you'll get in return In return you'll work in an exciting leadership role for a purpose driven organisation with a fantastic team and culture. You'll receive a salary up to c£70k on fixed term or a competitive day rate (inside ir35). The role offers flexible hybrid working and 2 / 3 days per week on site in North Bristol and excellent benefits. 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
Civil Design Engineer Salary : Competitive Salary - (based on experience / qualification) Location : Walkden, Greater Manchester - (potential hybrid working) Hours : Full-Time (37.5 hours per week) Our client is looking for an ambitious Civil Design Engineer to join a successful development engineering team, based in Manchester. Predominantly working for key clients in the housing developer sector. The successful candidate is likely to have recently graduated or have up to 4 years' experience in a civil engineering role. Applications are welcome from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances. Our client is an award winning multi-disciplinary consultancy providing services across development planning, environment, landscape, and engineering. They have operated independently for over 35 years, now with approximately 60 professional and support staff, including 7 Directors. They have a very welcoming team in Manchester with a supportive and flexible office environment. Civil Design Engineer responsibilities; The role requires a graduate engineer wishing to progress and work towards taking lead responsibility for day-to-day running of projects, supporting clients and delivering positive outcomes. They will have a central role in the Manchester team - collaborating with staff at all levels, and our clients. The ideal Civil Design Engineer will possess the following qualities and attributes: Bachelors (or Masters) Level Degree in relevant field. Ideally with ambition to work towards chartered status Consultancy experience working in the UK development sector Up to 4 years of experience in similar role Excellent communicator with ability to answer technical queries from Clients and Contractors Strong inter-personal skills and the ability to be confident and pro-active in liaising with clients, local authorities, and wider stakeholders. Good attention to detail. An enthusiastic approach to professional work and a 'can-do' attitude Experience / awareness of AutoCAD Experience / awareness of 3d modelling software for Highway Design (preferably PDS) Experience / awareness of drainage design software (Causeway Flow) Knowledge of Sustainable Drainage (SuDS) designs and standards Experience of progressing technical submissions through to approvals from relevant authorities for inclusion within Section 38, 278 and 104 Agreements. Benefits: Competitive Salary with good scope for advancement Flexible working - They offer all staff options around hybrid working following an initial period Positive work-life balance with a strong team ethic Training and Professional Development opportunities - we encourage all staff to continue learning and building knowledge through external training / CPD. Interested in this Civil Design Engineer role? Please get in touch with MIKAELA today!
Mar 30, 2026
Full time
Civil Design Engineer Salary : Competitive Salary - (based on experience / qualification) Location : Walkden, Greater Manchester - (potential hybrid working) Hours : Full-Time (37.5 hours per week) Our client is looking for an ambitious Civil Design Engineer to join a successful development engineering team, based in Manchester. Predominantly working for key clients in the housing developer sector. The successful candidate is likely to have recently graduated or have up to 4 years' experience in a civil engineering role. Applications are welcome from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances. Our client is an award winning multi-disciplinary consultancy providing services across development planning, environment, landscape, and engineering. They have operated independently for over 35 years, now with approximately 60 professional and support staff, including 7 Directors. They have a very welcoming team in Manchester with a supportive and flexible office environment. Civil Design Engineer responsibilities; The role requires a graduate engineer wishing to progress and work towards taking lead responsibility for day-to-day running of projects, supporting clients and delivering positive outcomes. They will have a central role in the Manchester team - collaborating with staff at all levels, and our clients. The ideal Civil Design Engineer will possess the following qualities and attributes: Bachelors (or Masters) Level Degree in relevant field. Ideally with ambition to work towards chartered status Consultancy experience working in the UK development sector Up to 4 years of experience in similar role Excellent communicator with ability to answer technical queries from Clients and Contractors Strong inter-personal skills and the ability to be confident and pro-active in liaising with clients, local authorities, and wider stakeholders. Good attention to detail. An enthusiastic approach to professional work and a 'can-do' attitude Experience / awareness of AutoCAD Experience / awareness of 3d modelling software for Highway Design (preferably PDS) Experience / awareness of drainage design software (Causeway Flow) Knowledge of Sustainable Drainage (SuDS) designs and standards Experience of progressing technical submissions through to approvals from relevant authorities for inclusion within Section 38, 278 and 104 Agreements. Benefits: Competitive Salary with good scope for advancement Flexible working - They offer all staff options around hybrid working following an initial period Positive work-life balance with a strong team ethic Training and Professional Development opportunities - we encourage all staff to continue learning and building knowledge through external training / CPD. Interested in this Civil Design Engineer role? Please get in touch with MIKAELA today!
At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world? About You We are looking for an Associate Director - Commissioning Management (internal job title: Project Manager) who is self motivated, dynamic, and professional. Resilient with the intent to continuously self improve and always ready to go the "extra mile" for clients, both internally and externally. Someone who actively demonstrates pride in meeting client needs and spotting opportunities to increase service levels. Primary Objective As an Associate Director at HDR, you will oversee complex engineering and construction related projects, particularly in the area of Commissioning (Cx) Services. This includes: Leading commissioning and handover processes for buildings, infrastructure, and technical systems. Managing quality, safety, and risk aspects of engineering and construction projects. Coordinating multi disciplinary design and engineering teams across HDR's global network. Driving project delivery from contract execution to final acceptance, ensuring scope, schedule, and budget compliance. Developing and maintaining safety protocols, ISO systems, and technical best practices. Supporting business development by managing key clients, preparing bids, and identifying new opportunities. Delivering projects in sectors such as Commercial, Finance, Hotel & Leisure, Healthcare, Education, and others. In the Role of Associate Director, We'll Count on You To Generate new business leads and own the process through to contract execution and project delivery. Drive consistent and effective communication across Cx and the HDR Enterprise. Support the development and delivery of financial budgets and forecasts. Serve as a Senior / Escalation point for selected key clients. Leverage company wide project delivery tools and systems to ensure successful project delivery, workload forecasting, staff recruitment, and performance management. Conduct selected key client contract negotiations and management. Monitor and manage financial aspects of business operations in close collaboration with accounting leadership. Work closely with the safety team to develop guidance and safe work systems related to commissioning, including refinement of company wide safety protocols and management KPIs. Participate in local, regional, and global leadership meetings as required. Review risk management plans for projects. Identify and prioritize new hires, and recruit new candidates including graduates and apprentices. Support the annual budgeting process for commissioning planning. Demonstrate a commitment to quality, ongoing improvement, and HDR's values. Identify and develop organic and new business opportunities. Collaborate with other leaders in defining engagement strategies for selected key clients. Other Duties Structure training and succession of the teams to enhance performance and ensure future engineering expertise. Lead bid preparation, delivering high quality, commercially viable bid documents. Support the Managing Principal in running the Cx Business class, assisting with all aspects of quality management. Ensure no claims are made on PI and that all contract documents are diligently checked. Interview and recruit new personnel / leadership, subject to approval. Own, develop, and be accountable for best practice in house technical documents and guides. Sign off timesheets and expenses of direct reports. Authorize holiday requests of direct reports. Complete health and safety and quality audits during site attendance. Maintain all quality & ISO systems. Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in a related field such as Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Building Services Engineering, Construction Management, or Industrial Engineering. 10 years of related experience. Minimum of 5 years of project management experience. Familiarity with Microsoft Office, estimating and scheduling software, and project management software. Excellent organizational, project management, and communication (both written and verbal) skills. Commitment to being an active participant of our employee owned culture. Primary Location United Kingdom - England - London Schedule Full time Employee Status Regular Job Posting Mar 4, 2026 At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrests, and conviction records. Ready to learn more? Let's work together to make great things possible. We design solutions to the world's greatest challenges. We're always looking for great talent to join our global teams.
Mar 30, 2026
Full time
At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world? About You We are looking for an Associate Director - Commissioning Management (internal job title: Project Manager) who is self motivated, dynamic, and professional. Resilient with the intent to continuously self improve and always ready to go the "extra mile" for clients, both internally and externally. Someone who actively demonstrates pride in meeting client needs and spotting opportunities to increase service levels. Primary Objective As an Associate Director at HDR, you will oversee complex engineering and construction related projects, particularly in the area of Commissioning (Cx) Services. This includes: Leading commissioning and handover processes for buildings, infrastructure, and technical systems. Managing quality, safety, and risk aspects of engineering and construction projects. Coordinating multi disciplinary design and engineering teams across HDR's global network. Driving project delivery from contract execution to final acceptance, ensuring scope, schedule, and budget compliance. Developing and maintaining safety protocols, ISO systems, and technical best practices. Supporting business development by managing key clients, preparing bids, and identifying new opportunities. Delivering projects in sectors such as Commercial, Finance, Hotel & Leisure, Healthcare, Education, and others. In the Role of Associate Director, We'll Count on You To Generate new business leads and own the process through to contract execution and project delivery. Drive consistent and effective communication across Cx and the HDR Enterprise. Support the development and delivery of financial budgets and forecasts. Serve as a Senior / Escalation point for selected key clients. Leverage company wide project delivery tools and systems to ensure successful project delivery, workload forecasting, staff recruitment, and performance management. Conduct selected key client contract negotiations and management. Monitor and manage financial aspects of business operations in close collaboration with accounting leadership. Work closely with the safety team to develop guidance and safe work systems related to commissioning, including refinement of company wide safety protocols and management KPIs. Participate in local, regional, and global leadership meetings as required. Review risk management plans for projects. Identify and prioritize new hires, and recruit new candidates including graduates and apprentices. Support the annual budgeting process for commissioning planning. Demonstrate a commitment to quality, ongoing improvement, and HDR's values. Identify and develop organic and new business opportunities. Collaborate with other leaders in defining engagement strategies for selected key clients. Other Duties Structure training and succession of the teams to enhance performance and ensure future engineering expertise. Lead bid preparation, delivering high quality, commercially viable bid documents. Support the Managing Principal in running the Cx Business class, assisting with all aspects of quality management. Ensure no claims are made on PI and that all contract documents are diligently checked. Interview and recruit new personnel / leadership, subject to approval. Own, develop, and be accountable for best practice in house technical documents and guides. Sign off timesheets and expenses of direct reports. Authorize holiday requests of direct reports. Complete health and safety and quality audits during site attendance. Maintain all quality & ISO systems. Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in a related field such as Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Building Services Engineering, Construction Management, or Industrial Engineering. 10 years of related experience. Minimum of 5 years of project management experience. Familiarity with Microsoft Office, estimating and scheduling software, and project management software. Excellent organizational, project management, and communication (both written and verbal) skills. Commitment to being an active participant of our employee owned culture. Primary Location United Kingdom - England - London Schedule Full time Employee Status Regular Job Posting Mar 4, 2026 At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrests, and conviction records. Ready to learn more? Let's work together to make great things possible. We design solutions to the world's greatest challenges. We're always looking for great talent to join our global teams.
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions businesses need to navigate today's changing world. Our clients are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons BDO's Corporate Tax practice sits at the heart of our Tax function and plays an important role in the wider business. Our team works collaboratively with others across BDO, offering clients in the UK and overseas expert advice and solutions that help them overcome their challenges. If you're looking for exposure and the chance to make an impact, you're looking in the right place Tax is a dynamic, ever-changing industry. As our clients' needs and the regulatory environment evolve, you'll encounter new problems to solve and new opportunities for growth. Whether it's advising clients on high-profile specialisms like Corporation Tax or leading the implementation of intelligent technology solutions, you'll enjoy variety as well as stretch in your role. BDO supports all kinds of different businesses in different sectors across the UK and around the world. You'll be providing Tax Advisory services to start-ups and scale-ups, to private businesses and FTSE listed multinationals. Each of our clients has different needs and in applying your expertise in different contexts, you'll develop your skills and gain valuable experience that will serve you throughout your career. We'll help you succeed Our clients trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with clients and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be someone who can work pro-actively, managing your own tasks, but you'll also be confident collaborating with others, communicating regularly with senior managers, Directors, and BDO's Partners to enable us to serve our clients effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to our clients. Role Overview This role will provide Tax compliance and advisory services to a wide range of corporate and owner managed clients. The primary responsibility will be to deal with all matters relating to the management of a portfolio of clients. You will also provide assistance to Director/Partners in both client work and in the management of the group and on occasions the practice. Will be involved in special assignments on an ad hoc basis. A key part of the role requires the individual to actively seek, and keep the Partner informed about, any new business opportunities arising on existing and new clients. Responsibilities To act as a key point of contact within the firm for the client, together with the Senior Manager/Partner. This will involve responding quickly to, as well as anticipating, client requests/needs, keeping clients informed of progress in relation to all aspects of the service provided, and maintaining regular contact with clients There will be an expectation that you will take full responsibility for project delivery on their portfolio Manage a portfolio of clients including control of billings and cash collection within the firms criteria Review of work prepared by more junior members of staff Liaise with HMRC To ensure assignments are completed within agreed budgets and keep client/Partner informed of overruns and plan staff assignments in order to give an appropriate spread of experience Ensure that the firm's quality control procedures are adhered to including second partner review Identify risk and technical matters, as well as selling opportunities, to the Partner/ Senior Manager/Manager, whilst exercising judgement within agreed parameters. Requirements Educated to degree level, and/or CTA and/or ACA qualified or equivalent Guide and supervise less experienced colleagues. Support, train, mentor and advise others in own area. Challenge current practice - driving improvements and championing change. Take personal responsibility for own decisions and actions and those of others. Lead projects of limited scale or complexity You'll also be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer everyone the opportunity to work in ways that suit them, their teams, and the task in hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. We can provide the best support for our clients and people when we're working side by side. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for our clients and satisfying experiences at work, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions. We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
Mar 30, 2026
Full time
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions businesses need to navigate today's changing world. Our clients are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons BDO's Corporate Tax practice sits at the heart of our Tax function and plays an important role in the wider business. Our team works collaboratively with others across BDO, offering clients in the UK and overseas expert advice and solutions that help them overcome their challenges. If you're looking for exposure and the chance to make an impact, you're looking in the right place Tax is a dynamic, ever-changing industry. As our clients' needs and the regulatory environment evolve, you'll encounter new problems to solve and new opportunities for growth. Whether it's advising clients on high-profile specialisms like Corporation Tax or leading the implementation of intelligent technology solutions, you'll enjoy variety as well as stretch in your role. BDO supports all kinds of different businesses in different sectors across the UK and around the world. You'll be providing Tax Advisory services to start-ups and scale-ups, to private businesses and FTSE listed multinationals. Each of our clients has different needs and in applying your expertise in different contexts, you'll develop your skills and gain valuable experience that will serve you throughout your career. We'll help you succeed Our clients trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with clients and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be someone who can work pro-actively, managing your own tasks, but you'll also be confident collaborating with others, communicating regularly with senior managers, Directors, and BDO's Partners to enable us to serve our clients effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to our clients. Role Overview This role will provide Tax compliance and advisory services to a wide range of corporate and owner managed clients. The primary responsibility will be to deal with all matters relating to the management of a portfolio of clients. You will also provide assistance to Director/Partners in both client work and in the management of the group and on occasions the practice. Will be involved in special assignments on an ad hoc basis. A key part of the role requires the individual to actively seek, and keep the Partner informed about, any new business opportunities arising on existing and new clients. Responsibilities To act as a key point of contact within the firm for the client, together with the Senior Manager/Partner. This will involve responding quickly to, as well as anticipating, client requests/needs, keeping clients informed of progress in relation to all aspects of the service provided, and maintaining regular contact with clients There will be an expectation that you will take full responsibility for project delivery on their portfolio Manage a portfolio of clients including control of billings and cash collection within the firms criteria Review of work prepared by more junior members of staff Liaise with HMRC To ensure assignments are completed within agreed budgets and keep client/Partner informed of overruns and plan staff assignments in order to give an appropriate spread of experience Ensure that the firm's quality control procedures are adhered to including second partner review Identify risk and technical matters, as well as selling opportunities, to the Partner/ Senior Manager/Manager, whilst exercising judgement within agreed parameters. Requirements Educated to degree level, and/or CTA and/or ACA qualified or equivalent Guide and supervise less experienced colleagues. Support, train, mentor and advise others in own area. Challenge current practice - driving improvements and championing change. Take personal responsibility for own decisions and actions and those of others. Lead projects of limited scale or complexity You'll also be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer everyone the opportunity to work in ways that suit them, their teams, and the task in hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. We can provide the best support for our clients and people when we're working side by side. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for our clients and satisfying experiences at work, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions. We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions businesses need to navigate today's changing world. Our clients are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons BDO's Corporate Tax practice sits at the heart of our Tax function and plays an important role in the wider business. Our team works collaboratively with others across BDO, offering clients in the UK and overseas expert advice and solutions that help them overcome their challenges. If you're looking for exposure and the chance to make an impact, you're looking in the right place Tax is a dynamic, ever-changing industry. As our clients' needs and the regulatory environment evolve, you'll encounter new problems to solve and new opportunities for growth. Whether it's advising clients on high-profile specialisms like Corporation Tax or leading the implementation of intelligent technology solutions, you'll enjoy variety as well as stretch in your role. BDO supports all kinds of different businesses in different sectors across the UK and around the world. You'll be providing Tax Advisory services to start-ups and scale-ups, to private businesses and FTSE listed multinationals. Each of our clients has different needs and in applying your expertise in different contexts, you'll develop your skills and gain valuable experience that will serve you throughout your career. We'll help you succeed Our clients trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with clients and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be someone who can work pro-actively, managing your own tasks, but you'll also be confident collaborating with others, communicating regularly with senior managers, Directors, and BDO's Partners to enable us to serve our clients effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to our clients. Role Overview This role will provide Tax compliance and advisory services to a wide range of corporate and owner managed clients. The primary responsibility will be to deal with all matters relating to the management of a portfolio of clients. You will also provide assistance to Director/Partners in both client work and in the management of the group and on occasions the practice. Will be involved in special assignments on an ad hoc basis. A key part of the role requires the individual to actively seek, and keep the Partner informed about, any new business opportunities arising on existing and new clients. Responsibilities To act as a key point of contact within the firm for the client, together with the Senior Manager/Partner. This will involve responding quickly to, as well as anticipating, client requests/needs, keeping clients informed of progress in relation to all aspects of the service provided, and maintaining regular contact with clients There will be an expectation that you will take full responsibility for project delivery on their portfolio Manage a portfolio of clients including control of billings and cash collection within the firms criteria Review of work prepared by more junior members of staff Liaise with HMRC To ensure assignments are completed within agreed budgets and keep client/Partner informed of overruns and plan staff assignments in order to give an appropriate spread of experience Ensure that the firm's quality control procedures are adhered to including second partner review Identify risk and technical matters, as well as selling opportunities, to the Partner/ Senior Manager/Manager, whilst exercising judgement within agreed parameters. Requirements Educated to degree level, and/or CTA and/or ACA qualified or equivalent Guide and supervise less experienced colleagues. Support, train, mentor and advise others in own area. Challenge current practice - driving improvements and championing change. Take personal responsibility for own decisions and actions and those of others. Lead projects of limited scale or complexity You'll also be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer everyone the opportunity to work in ways that suit them, their teams, and the task in hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. We can provide the best support for our clients and people when we're working side by side. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for our clients and satisfying experiences at work, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions. We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
Mar 30, 2026
Full time
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions businesses need to navigate today's changing world. Our clients are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons BDO's Corporate Tax practice sits at the heart of our Tax function and plays an important role in the wider business. Our team works collaboratively with others across BDO, offering clients in the UK and overseas expert advice and solutions that help them overcome their challenges. If you're looking for exposure and the chance to make an impact, you're looking in the right place Tax is a dynamic, ever-changing industry. As our clients' needs and the regulatory environment evolve, you'll encounter new problems to solve and new opportunities for growth. Whether it's advising clients on high-profile specialisms like Corporation Tax or leading the implementation of intelligent technology solutions, you'll enjoy variety as well as stretch in your role. BDO supports all kinds of different businesses in different sectors across the UK and around the world. You'll be providing Tax Advisory services to start-ups and scale-ups, to private businesses and FTSE listed multinationals. Each of our clients has different needs and in applying your expertise in different contexts, you'll develop your skills and gain valuable experience that will serve you throughout your career. We'll help you succeed Our clients trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with clients and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be someone who can work pro-actively, managing your own tasks, but you'll also be confident collaborating with others, communicating regularly with senior managers, Directors, and BDO's Partners to enable us to serve our clients effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to our clients. Role Overview This role will provide Tax compliance and advisory services to a wide range of corporate and owner managed clients. The primary responsibility will be to deal with all matters relating to the management of a portfolio of clients. You will also provide assistance to Director/Partners in both client work and in the management of the group and on occasions the practice. Will be involved in special assignments on an ad hoc basis. A key part of the role requires the individual to actively seek, and keep the Partner informed about, any new business opportunities arising on existing and new clients. Responsibilities To act as a key point of contact within the firm for the client, together with the Senior Manager/Partner. This will involve responding quickly to, as well as anticipating, client requests/needs, keeping clients informed of progress in relation to all aspects of the service provided, and maintaining regular contact with clients There will be an expectation that you will take full responsibility for project delivery on their portfolio Manage a portfolio of clients including control of billings and cash collection within the firms criteria Review of work prepared by more junior members of staff Liaise with HMRC To ensure assignments are completed within agreed budgets and keep client/Partner informed of overruns and plan staff assignments in order to give an appropriate spread of experience Ensure that the firm's quality control procedures are adhered to including second partner review Identify risk and technical matters, as well as selling opportunities, to the Partner/ Senior Manager/Manager, whilst exercising judgement within agreed parameters. Requirements Educated to degree level, and/or CTA and/or ACA qualified or equivalent Guide and supervise less experienced colleagues. Support, train, mentor and advise others in own area. Challenge current practice - driving improvements and championing change. Take personal responsibility for own decisions and actions and those of others. Lead projects of limited scale or complexity You'll also be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer everyone the opportunity to work in ways that suit them, their teams, and the task in hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. We can provide the best support for our clients and people when we're working side by side. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for our clients and satisfying experiences at work, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions. We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
Next Chapter Talent is proud to be representing a respected, independent London-based property management firm in the search for a Senior Block Manager . Our client has built a reputation for delivering considered, transparent and consistently high-quality block management across London and the Home Counties. Their portfolio includes a number of complex, high-rise and multi-occupancy developments, and their approach is deliberately relationship-led rather than volume-driven. They are now seeking a Senior Block Manager who brings both technical depth and professional maturity - someone who takes ownership, communicates with authority and operates with quiet confidence. The Role You will take full ownership of a circa 700-unit residential portfolio, with buildings clustered locally to enable effective, hands-on management and presence. The portfolio includes high-rise and complex developments, requiring a strategic, organised and forward-thinking approach. This is a senior position requiring someone comfortable operating at both operational and advisory level - balancing day-to-day delivery with long-term planning, client partnership and commercial oversight. You will be trusted to lead, not just manage. Key Responsibilities Portfolio & Asset Management Full operational responsibility for a locally clustered portfolio of circa 700 units, including high-rise developments Carrying out detailed site inspections with structured, professional reporting Overseeing both reactive maintenance and planned preventative works programmes Taking a strategic view of asset performance, identifying risks, opportunities and long-term improvements Driving consistently high service delivery standards across all buildings Major Works & Section 20 Leading on major works projects from inception through to completion Managing the full Section 20 consultation process, including notices, tendering and contractor engagement Advising clients with a forward-thinking, commercially aware approach to project planning and delivery Coordinating with surveyors, contractors and legal advisors where required Compliance & Building Safety Ensuring full compliance with all relevant legislation, including fire safety and high-rise building regulations Maintaining robust, audit-ready health & safety records Overseeing risk assessments, inspections and remedial actions Managing insurance placements and claims with diligence Financial & Commercial Management Preparing and managing service charge budgets across complex schemes Monitoring expenditure, forecasting and clearly explaining variances Reviewing and approving contractor invoices with strong commercial awareness Supporting reserve fund planning with a long-term, strategic mindset Client & Stakeholder Leadership Acting as the primary point of contact for resident directors, freeholders and leaseholders Leading AGMs, board meetings and client reviews with confidence and clarity Building strong, long-term relationships through transparency, consistency and trust Managing expectations with professionalism and sound judgement, even in challenging situations Leasehold & Legal Matters Interpreting complex lease provisions with confidence Serving statutory notices, including those relating to Section 20 and other leasehold requirements Liaising with legal professionals on disputes, breaches and tribunal matters where necessary About You Proven experience operating at Senior Block Manager level within UK residential property management Experience managing large, complex or high-rise portfolios, ideally of a similar scale Strong track record of delivering Section 20 major works projects Excellent financial and service charge management capability Sound understanding of leasehold legislation and compliance frameworks A forward-thinking and strategic mindset, with the ability to plan beyond the immediate Exceptional relationship management and stakeholder engagement skills A clear, composed and highly professional communication style Commercially aware, detail-focused and solutions-driven Professional qualifications minimum of ATPI, ideally MTPI are essential You will be someone who takes pride in doing things properly - structured, organised and accountable - with the confidence to operate autonomously and the judgement to advise at a senior level. The Opportunity This is not a high-volume, transactional environment. It is measured, well-organised and quality-led - suited to a property professional who values clarity, consistency and long-term relationships over noise and short-term delivery. If you are a strategic, relationship-focused Senior Block Manager looking to take ownership of a well-structured, locally managed portfolio with exposure to complex assets, we would welcome a confidential conversation. To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Zara Benson at Next Chapter Talent. Next Chapter Talent is a boutique, founder-led property recruitment consultancy specialising in the placement of exceptional property professionals across the UK.
Mar 30, 2026
Full time
Next Chapter Talent is proud to be representing a respected, independent London-based property management firm in the search for a Senior Block Manager . Our client has built a reputation for delivering considered, transparent and consistently high-quality block management across London and the Home Counties. Their portfolio includes a number of complex, high-rise and multi-occupancy developments, and their approach is deliberately relationship-led rather than volume-driven. They are now seeking a Senior Block Manager who brings both technical depth and professional maturity - someone who takes ownership, communicates with authority and operates with quiet confidence. The Role You will take full ownership of a circa 700-unit residential portfolio, with buildings clustered locally to enable effective, hands-on management and presence. The portfolio includes high-rise and complex developments, requiring a strategic, organised and forward-thinking approach. This is a senior position requiring someone comfortable operating at both operational and advisory level - balancing day-to-day delivery with long-term planning, client partnership and commercial oversight. You will be trusted to lead, not just manage. Key Responsibilities Portfolio & Asset Management Full operational responsibility for a locally clustered portfolio of circa 700 units, including high-rise developments Carrying out detailed site inspections with structured, professional reporting Overseeing both reactive maintenance and planned preventative works programmes Taking a strategic view of asset performance, identifying risks, opportunities and long-term improvements Driving consistently high service delivery standards across all buildings Major Works & Section 20 Leading on major works projects from inception through to completion Managing the full Section 20 consultation process, including notices, tendering and contractor engagement Advising clients with a forward-thinking, commercially aware approach to project planning and delivery Coordinating with surveyors, contractors and legal advisors where required Compliance & Building Safety Ensuring full compliance with all relevant legislation, including fire safety and high-rise building regulations Maintaining robust, audit-ready health & safety records Overseeing risk assessments, inspections and remedial actions Managing insurance placements and claims with diligence Financial & Commercial Management Preparing and managing service charge budgets across complex schemes Monitoring expenditure, forecasting and clearly explaining variances Reviewing and approving contractor invoices with strong commercial awareness Supporting reserve fund planning with a long-term, strategic mindset Client & Stakeholder Leadership Acting as the primary point of contact for resident directors, freeholders and leaseholders Leading AGMs, board meetings and client reviews with confidence and clarity Building strong, long-term relationships through transparency, consistency and trust Managing expectations with professionalism and sound judgement, even in challenging situations Leasehold & Legal Matters Interpreting complex lease provisions with confidence Serving statutory notices, including those relating to Section 20 and other leasehold requirements Liaising with legal professionals on disputes, breaches and tribunal matters where necessary About You Proven experience operating at Senior Block Manager level within UK residential property management Experience managing large, complex or high-rise portfolios, ideally of a similar scale Strong track record of delivering Section 20 major works projects Excellent financial and service charge management capability Sound understanding of leasehold legislation and compliance frameworks A forward-thinking and strategic mindset, with the ability to plan beyond the immediate Exceptional relationship management and stakeholder engagement skills A clear, composed and highly professional communication style Commercially aware, detail-focused and solutions-driven Professional qualifications minimum of ATPI, ideally MTPI are essential You will be someone who takes pride in doing things properly - structured, organised and accountable - with the confidence to operate autonomously and the judgement to advise at a senior level. The Opportunity This is not a high-volume, transactional environment. It is measured, well-organised and quality-led - suited to a property professional who values clarity, consistency and long-term relationships over noise and short-term delivery. If you are a strategic, relationship-focused Senior Block Manager looking to take ownership of a well-structured, locally managed portfolio with exposure to complex assets, we would welcome a confidential conversation. To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Zara Benson at Next Chapter Talent. Next Chapter Talent is a boutique, founder-led property recruitment consultancy specialising in the placement of exceptional property professionals across the UK.
Location: City of London Reports to: Managing Director / Board ?Role Purpose ?The Head of Operations will be the architect of our clients operational efficiency. You will ensure that our specialist broking teams are supported by robust infrastructure, seamless workflows, and rigorous regulatory oversight. You will bridge the gap between high-level strategy and the granular details of London Market processing. ?Key Responsibilities ?1. Operational Strategy & Process Optimization ?Workflow Design: Audit and refine the end-to-end broking lifecycle to reduce friction and improve turnaround times. ?Digital Transformation: Lead the adoption of modern broking platforms and AI-driven tools to automate routine administrative tasks. ?Vendor Management: Oversee relationships with third-party providers, including IT, software vendors, and outsourced functions. ?2. Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) ?FCA Oversight: Act as a key point of contact for regulatory matters, ensuring all activities align with FCA requirements and "Consumer Duty" standards. ?Technical Compliance: Manage Client Money (CASS) protocols, TOBAs (Terms of Business Agreements), and Sanctions/AML screening. ?Data Protection: Serve as the lead for GDPR and data security, ensuring client confidentiality in high-sensitivity sectors like Intellectual Property. ?3. Reporting & Financial Control ?Management Information (MI): Develop and maintain dashboards for the Board, tracking KPIs such as conversion rates, debtor exposure, and renewal retention. ?Revenue Operations: Partner with Finance to monitor brokerage income, bordereaux production (where applicable), and premium movement. ?4. Team Leadership & Culture ?Operational Support: Lead and mentor the broker support and administrative staff. ?Change Management: Act as a culture-carrier, driving an "efficiency-first" mindset across the London office. ?Candidate Profile ?Experience & Qualifications: ?London Market Experience: Minimum 7-10 years in the insurance industry, with a deep understanding of Lloyd's/London Market processes (Xchanging, PPL, etc.). ?Operational Leadership: Proven track record in an Operations Manager or COO role within an independent brokerage. ?Technical Knowledge: Familiarity with the specific nuances of commercial specialty lines (e.g., PI, D&O, or Specialty Liability). ?Education: ACII qualification is highly desirable but not mandatory if offset by significant experience. ?Soft Skills: ?The "Builder" Mindset: Comfortable in a lean environment where you need to create the playbook, not just follow it. ?Commercial Acumen: Ability to see how operational bottlenecks affect the bottom line. ?Stakeholder Management: Confident communicating with senior Directors and external underwriters. Influence: Direct access to the Board with the ability to shape the future of a growing independent firm. ?Specialism: Engagement with fascinating, high-growth sectors like Cyber and IP. ?Agility: A boutique environment free from the bureaucracy of "Big Three" global brokers.
Mar 30, 2026
Full time
Location: City of London Reports to: Managing Director / Board ?Role Purpose ?The Head of Operations will be the architect of our clients operational efficiency. You will ensure that our specialist broking teams are supported by robust infrastructure, seamless workflows, and rigorous regulatory oversight. You will bridge the gap between high-level strategy and the granular details of London Market processing. ?Key Responsibilities ?1. Operational Strategy & Process Optimization ?Workflow Design: Audit and refine the end-to-end broking lifecycle to reduce friction and improve turnaround times. ?Digital Transformation: Lead the adoption of modern broking platforms and AI-driven tools to automate routine administrative tasks. ?Vendor Management: Oversee relationships with third-party providers, including IT, software vendors, and outsourced functions. ?2. Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) ?FCA Oversight: Act as a key point of contact for regulatory matters, ensuring all activities align with FCA requirements and "Consumer Duty" standards. ?Technical Compliance: Manage Client Money (CASS) protocols, TOBAs (Terms of Business Agreements), and Sanctions/AML screening. ?Data Protection: Serve as the lead for GDPR and data security, ensuring client confidentiality in high-sensitivity sectors like Intellectual Property. ?3. Reporting & Financial Control ?Management Information (MI): Develop and maintain dashboards for the Board, tracking KPIs such as conversion rates, debtor exposure, and renewal retention. ?Revenue Operations: Partner with Finance to monitor brokerage income, bordereaux production (where applicable), and premium movement. ?4. Team Leadership & Culture ?Operational Support: Lead and mentor the broker support and administrative staff. ?Change Management: Act as a culture-carrier, driving an "efficiency-first" mindset across the London office. ?Candidate Profile ?Experience & Qualifications: ?London Market Experience: Minimum 7-10 years in the insurance industry, with a deep understanding of Lloyd's/London Market processes (Xchanging, PPL, etc.). ?Operational Leadership: Proven track record in an Operations Manager or COO role within an independent brokerage. ?Technical Knowledge: Familiarity with the specific nuances of commercial specialty lines (e.g., PI, D&O, or Specialty Liability). ?Education: ACII qualification is highly desirable but not mandatory if offset by significant experience. ?Soft Skills: ?The "Builder" Mindset: Comfortable in a lean environment where you need to create the playbook, not just follow it. ?Commercial Acumen: Ability to see how operational bottlenecks affect the bottom line. ?Stakeholder Management: Confident communicating with senior Directors and external underwriters. Influence: Direct access to the Board with the ability to shape the future of a growing independent firm. ?Specialism: Engagement with fascinating, high-growth sectors like Cyber and IP. ?Agility: A boutique environment free from the bureaucracy of "Big Three" global brokers.
We're growing and want you to be a part of our journey. Within our Employee Benefits business, our dedicated Defined Contribution investment specialism offers full investment consulting services to trustees, sponsors and governance committees of DC pension schemes. Our DC Investment team has grown significantly over the last few years and is a key growth area for Isio over the next few years due to the increasing demand for quality investment advice in the DC market. We are looking for individuals with excellent investment consulting skills, strong DC pensions technical skills and market knowledge, a commercial outlook and an entrepreneurial mindset. Whilst the role is primarily to deliver quality investment advice to our DC clients, there is also an opportunity to be involved in business development, provider and fund manager research and internal functions to suit candidates strengths and previous experience. Role and Responsibilities Lead DC investment consulting role on a portfolio of DC clients as well as supporting Partner/Director advising large Own Trust and Master Trusts. Contribute to strategic thinking for large and complex DC clients so strategies continue to be fit for purpose. Involvement in designing and implementing innovative DC investment strategies for the modern world. Attending client meetings and delivering advice on a range of topics. Contributing to new business activities including creating opportunities and involvement with tender submissions and pitches. Contributing to thought leadership on new issues being considered for default strategy design and evolution. Involvement in researching DC provider default strategies as well as individual DC funds for bespoke solutions. Supporting wider DC team advising clients looking to change providers or DC vehicle. Taking responsibility for drafting or reviewing reports and managing the work undertaken by members of the team. Internal management functions including development of junior team members (including coaching and performance management). Experience and Competencies Required Applicants are expected to be FIA/FFA or CFA/CISI qualified (or equivalent). Growth mindset. Strong analytical skills. Extensive previous investment consulting experience (ideally DC related). The ability to take on a high level of responsibility. Excellent communication skills. The ability to work effectively in a team including delegation. Willingness to manage clients and build strong relationships. Demonstrated Commitment to our Core Purpose Power in Partnership: We work in partnership with our clients & each other - building open and trusted relationships. Working together allows us to deliver the best for our clients. Future Focus: We want to push our industry forward by solving problems in better ways that benefit both our clients & society. Strength in Difference: We work with diverse perspectives to find better solutions. Working with differences makes us stronger. People First: We recognise that pensions is a people business. People are the source of Isio's expertise and it is people's lives that we affect through our advice. What we offer you Isio is a people business, and we're committed to helping our great colleagues gain a wide variety of experience, significant development opportunities and progression through the business. The variety of work that'll be available to you will enable you to do this. You can find out more about Isio and the benefits we offer here Isio - Careers & Benefits. About Isio Isio was 'born' in 2020 from the sale of KPMG UK's Pension Practice to a private equity firm. An industry-leading challenger, we provide diverse expertise spanning Pensions, Investment, Benefits and Wealth to give clients an integrated experience. Isio is built by challengers, innovators and forward-thinkers, grounded around a vision which strives to deliver greater financial confidence for everyone. We empower and develop those who join us - valuing curious minds and giving people the freedom to outperform. Known and respected for our agility, we harness specialist experience, bold thinking and the desire to push the boundaries of what we can achieve for our clients, from small to blue chip, public to private. At Isio, we are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable and diverse workplace, in which our colleagues feel they belong, regardless of background or difference. We uphold the values of respect, fairness, and inclusion in our actions and decisions. We believe that by adhering to these principles, we will create a stronger, more innovative, and supportive environment for all, as well as ensuring that the advice and support we provide to our clients is more creative, more insightful and leaves a lasting impact. We have offices across the UK and many of our roles offer a hybrid, flexible approach to work to help create a work-life balance that works for you. Isio Group is an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates. If you think you may require a reasonable adjustment to be made for any reason at any stage of your recruitment process, please email
Mar 30, 2026
Full time
We're growing and want you to be a part of our journey. Within our Employee Benefits business, our dedicated Defined Contribution investment specialism offers full investment consulting services to trustees, sponsors and governance committees of DC pension schemes. Our DC Investment team has grown significantly over the last few years and is a key growth area for Isio over the next few years due to the increasing demand for quality investment advice in the DC market. We are looking for individuals with excellent investment consulting skills, strong DC pensions technical skills and market knowledge, a commercial outlook and an entrepreneurial mindset. Whilst the role is primarily to deliver quality investment advice to our DC clients, there is also an opportunity to be involved in business development, provider and fund manager research and internal functions to suit candidates strengths and previous experience. Role and Responsibilities Lead DC investment consulting role on a portfolio of DC clients as well as supporting Partner/Director advising large Own Trust and Master Trusts. Contribute to strategic thinking for large and complex DC clients so strategies continue to be fit for purpose. Involvement in designing and implementing innovative DC investment strategies for the modern world. Attending client meetings and delivering advice on a range of topics. Contributing to new business activities including creating opportunities and involvement with tender submissions and pitches. Contributing to thought leadership on new issues being considered for default strategy design and evolution. Involvement in researching DC provider default strategies as well as individual DC funds for bespoke solutions. Supporting wider DC team advising clients looking to change providers or DC vehicle. Taking responsibility for drafting or reviewing reports and managing the work undertaken by members of the team. Internal management functions including development of junior team members (including coaching and performance management). Experience and Competencies Required Applicants are expected to be FIA/FFA or CFA/CISI qualified (or equivalent). Growth mindset. Strong analytical skills. Extensive previous investment consulting experience (ideally DC related). The ability to take on a high level of responsibility. Excellent communication skills. The ability to work effectively in a team including delegation. Willingness to manage clients and build strong relationships. Demonstrated Commitment to our Core Purpose Power in Partnership: We work in partnership with our clients & each other - building open and trusted relationships. Working together allows us to deliver the best for our clients. Future Focus: We want to push our industry forward by solving problems in better ways that benefit both our clients & society. Strength in Difference: We work with diverse perspectives to find better solutions. Working with differences makes us stronger. People First: We recognise that pensions is a people business. People are the source of Isio's expertise and it is people's lives that we affect through our advice. What we offer you Isio is a people business, and we're committed to helping our great colleagues gain a wide variety of experience, significant development opportunities and progression through the business. The variety of work that'll be available to you will enable you to do this. You can find out more about Isio and the benefits we offer here Isio - Careers & Benefits. About Isio Isio was 'born' in 2020 from the sale of KPMG UK's Pension Practice to a private equity firm. An industry-leading challenger, we provide diverse expertise spanning Pensions, Investment, Benefits and Wealth to give clients an integrated experience. Isio is built by challengers, innovators and forward-thinkers, grounded around a vision which strives to deliver greater financial confidence for everyone. We empower and develop those who join us - valuing curious minds and giving people the freedom to outperform. Known and respected for our agility, we harness specialist experience, bold thinking and the desire to push the boundaries of what we can achieve for our clients, from small to blue chip, public to private. At Isio, we are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable and diverse workplace, in which our colleagues feel they belong, regardless of background or difference. We uphold the values of respect, fairness, and inclusion in our actions and decisions. We believe that by adhering to these principles, we will create a stronger, more innovative, and supportive environment for all, as well as ensuring that the advice and support we provide to our clients is more creative, more insightful and leaves a lasting impact. We have offices across the UK and many of our roles offer a hybrid, flexible approach to work to help create a work-life balance that works for you. Isio Group is an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates. If you think you may require a reasonable adjustment to be made for any reason at any stage of your recruitment process, please email
Fire Safety Inspector - Clad Building Team Details Reference: SCC/TP/297627/4604 Positions: 2 Salary: £41,585 to £45,135 per annum Category: Fire and Rescue Contract type: Secondment Working hours: 36 hours per week Posted on: 25 February 2026 Directorate: Chief Executive Office Location: Woodhatch Place, 11 Cockshot Hill, Reigate, Surrey, RH2 8EF We are committed to the development of our workforce. This position is only available to applicants who already work for Surrey County Council.We thank you for your interest in our roles and would encourage you to review our vacancies which are open to all. This role has a starting salary of £41,585 per annum, for working 36 hours per week. This is a 12-month fixed term contract / secondment opportunity. Surrey Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) are looking for people to carry out the role of a Clad Buildings Team Fire Safety Inspector, based out of our Fire Safety Offices. This opportunity in Surrey Fire and Rescue Service welcomes applications from people who have a background and expertise in compliance and regulation as well as meeting the shortlisting criteria. These roles will be based at Woodhatch Surrey Fire & Rescue Headquarters, Reigate and working at locations across Surrey. Service vehicles are available to complete work. Our Offer to You 26 days' holiday, rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' service (prorated for part time staff) Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave A generous local government salary related pension Up to 5 days of carer's leave and 2 paid volunteering days per year Paternity, adoption and dependents leave An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, and shopping A chance to make a real difference to the lives of our residents. About the Role Are you passionate about making a difference to the communities of Surrey? As a Clad Buildings Team Fire Safety Inspector your role will be to inspect and audit 11 metre+ residential premises in Surrey that require remediation, work with partners to issue remediation orders in line with the drive to make these buildings 'Sustainably Safe' by 2030 and to ensure compliance with the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 on behalf of the fire authority. You will also support the Protection Teams in Surrey Fire and Rescue to deliver the objectives of the Risk Based Inspection Programme, ensuring the buildings and people that use them safer through education and enforcement You will be supported by an experienced team, made up of operational and civilian backgrounds and experience. The role will require you to obtain specialist and technical knowledge in fire safety and remediation orders and court process, which will be overseen by a Fire Safety Manager. This role will involve engaging with various partners and responsible persons to lead and support people to lawfully resolve remediation issues and regulatory fire safety matters, ensuring compliance with the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order. You will also be responsible for educating businesses and fire teams ensuring shared understanding of risks for clad buildings. As well as this, you will work independently to manage your calendar with the support of your manager in prioritising workloads. You may also be required to carry out consultations, inspection and audit regimes as part of the risk-based inspection programme. This may include follow up visits and deciding on appropriate enforcement levels based on audit outcomes for other non-clad building types. A typical day in this important role will see the Business Fire Safety Inspector assessing progress on remediation, fire safety risks and hazards, evaluating measures in place to mitigate clad building risks. Your actions will protect people and premises, whilst influencing and supporting businesses to act on recommendations and, where appropriate, reporting breaches and taking required enforcement actions. You will need to be flexible, respond positively to change and be prepared for continuous learning and professional development throughout your career. The regulations governing the fire safety aspects of buildings are frequently evolving and you will need to ensure that you keep up to date. You will have the interpersonal skills that give you the ability and flexibility to gain support and influence internal and external stakeholders. We work with businesses, partners, and the public to improve safety in the community. You must be able to work effectively with technology and able to demonstrate competence with basic software and IT equipment. Accuracy and attention to detail are key skills. You will be able to demonstrate a calm, confident and resilient approach to unpredictable, challenging or dangerous situations while maintaining respect for others. You will need to lead and support people to resolve all types of Regulatory Fire Safety matters legally and justifiably. This includes planning inspection and audit regimes, timescales for follow up visits, and deciding on appropriate enforcement levels based on audit outcomes. A reasonable level of physical fitness and mobility is necessary as you will be required to inspect multiple areas of a building and take equipment with you to carry out your role. This can also include walking around the surrounding areas as well as reviewing a building internally. A Standard DBS 'Disclosure and Barring Service' check for regulated activity (formerly known as CRB) will be required for this role. Shortlisting Criteria In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills and align with our Core Code of Ethics : Level 4 Certificate in Fire Safety Competent Fire Safety Inspector Experience of regulation or enforcement of fire safety legislation or similar Experience in the fire safety arena or delivery of fire safety linked activities Confident in communication and stakeholder engagement with people both internally and externally Have strong written communication and report writing skills People and team leadership and management skills, as the role will offer opportunities to lead Advisors or Business Education Officers Level 4 Diploma in Fire Safety or working towards Application Questions To apply, we request that you submit a CV and you will be asked the following 3 questions: Describe a time when you identified a safety or compliance issue in the built environment. How did you ensure your actions demonstrated integrity, fairness, and professionalism in line with the SFRS 's Ethical Principles, while influencing others to address the issue? Cladding remediation requires working collaboratively with residents, responsible persons, technical specialists and local partners. Can you provide an example where you effectively communicated complex fire-safety or similar concerns to individuals with different levels of understanding, ensuring transparency and respect throughout? Explain how you would approach assessing high rise residential buildings, particularly those with external wall system concerns, ensuring your approach supports evidence-based decision-making, aligns with the Regulators Code, and promotes public safety through proportionate enforcement. If successful, further training and qualifications will be provided to enhance and support your development. Before submitting your application, we recommend you read the job description and our Life at Surrey handbook to get an insight into working at Surrey. Contact Us Please contact us for any questions relating to the role. This could be to discuss flexible working requests, transferable skills or any barriers to employment. The job advert closes at 23:59 on 16/03/2026 with interviews to follow. We look forward to receiving your application, please click on the apply online button below to submit. Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities. We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum criteria, we guarantee you an interview. Your skills and experience truly matter to us. From application to your first day, we're committed to supporting you with any adjustments you need, we value inclusion and warmly welcome you to join and help build a workplace where everyone belongs.
Mar 30, 2026
Full time
Fire Safety Inspector - Clad Building Team Details Reference: SCC/TP/297627/4604 Positions: 2 Salary: £41,585 to £45,135 per annum Category: Fire and Rescue Contract type: Secondment Working hours: 36 hours per week Posted on: 25 February 2026 Directorate: Chief Executive Office Location: Woodhatch Place, 11 Cockshot Hill, Reigate, Surrey, RH2 8EF We are committed to the development of our workforce. This position is only available to applicants who already work for Surrey County Council.We thank you for your interest in our roles and would encourage you to review our vacancies which are open to all. This role has a starting salary of £41,585 per annum, for working 36 hours per week. This is a 12-month fixed term contract / secondment opportunity. Surrey Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) are looking for people to carry out the role of a Clad Buildings Team Fire Safety Inspector, based out of our Fire Safety Offices. This opportunity in Surrey Fire and Rescue Service welcomes applications from people who have a background and expertise in compliance and regulation as well as meeting the shortlisting criteria. These roles will be based at Woodhatch Surrey Fire & Rescue Headquarters, Reigate and working at locations across Surrey. Service vehicles are available to complete work. Our Offer to You 26 days' holiday, rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' service (prorated for part time staff) Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave A generous local government salary related pension Up to 5 days of carer's leave and 2 paid volunteering days per year Paternity, adoption and dependents leave An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, and shopping A chance to make a real difference to the lives of our residents. About the Role Are you passionate about making a difference to the communities of Surrey? As a Clad Buildings Team Fire Safety Inspector your role will be to inspect and audit 11 metre+ residential premises in Surrey that require remediation, work with partners to issue remediation orders in line with the drive to make these buildings 'Sustainably Safe' by 2030 and to ensure compliance with the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 on behalf of the fire authority. You will also support the Protection Teams in Surrey Fire and Rescue to deliver the objectives of the Risk Based Inspection Programme, ensuring the buildings and people that use them safer through education and enforcement You will be supported by an experienced team, made up of operational and civilian backgrounds and experience. The role will require you to obtain specialist and technical knowledge in fire safety and remediation orders and court process, which will be overseen by a Fire Safety Manager. This role will involve engaging with various partners and responsible persons to lead and support people to lawfully resolve remediation issues and regulatory fire safety matters, ensuring compliance with the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order. You will also be responsible for educating businesses and fire teams ensuring shared understanding of risks for clad buildings. As well as this, you will work independently to manage your calendar with the support of your manager in prioritising workloads. You may also be required to carry out consultations, inspection and audit regimes as part of the risk-based inspection programme. This may include follow up visits and deciding on appropriate enforcement levels based on audit outcomes for other non-clad building types. A typical day in this important role will see the Business Fire Safety Inspector assessing progress on remediation, fire safety risks and hazards, evaluating measures in place to mitigate clad building risks. Your actions will protect people and premises, whilst influencing and supporting businesses to act on recommendations and, where appropriate, reporting breaches and taking required enforcement actions. You will need to be flexible, respond positively to change and be prepared for continuous learning and professional development throughout your career. The regulations governing the fire safety aspects of buildings are frequently evolving and you will need to ensure that you keep up to date. You will have the interpersonal skills that give you the ability and flexibility to gain support and influence internal and external stakeholders. We work with businesses, partners, and the public to improve safety in the community. You must be able to work effectively with technology and able to demonstrate competence with basic software and IT equipment. Accuracy and attention to detail are key skills. You will be able to demonstrate a calm, confident and resilient approach to unpredictable, challenging or dangerous situations while maintaining respect for others. You will need to lead and support people to resolve all types of Regulatory Fire Safety matters legally and justifiably. This includes planning inspection and audit regimes, timescales for follow up visits, and deciding on appropriate enforcement levels based on audit outcomes. A reasonable level of physical fitness and mobility is necessary as you will be required to inspect multiple areas of a building and take equipment with you to carry out your role. This can also include walking around the surrounding areas as well as reviewing a building internally. A Standard DBS 'Disclosure and Barring Service' check for regulated activity (formerly known as CRB) will be required for this role. Shortlisting Criteria In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills and align with our Core Code of Ethics : Level 4 Certificate in Fire Safety Competent Fire Safety Inspector Experience of regulation or enforcement of fire safety legislation or similar Experience in the fire safety arena or delivery of fire safety linked activities Confident in communication and stakeholder engagement with people both internally and externally Have strong written communication and report writing skills People and team leadership and management skills, as the role will offer opportunities to lead Advisors or Business Education Officers Level 4 Diploma in Fire Safety or working towards Application Questions To apply, we request that you submit a CV and you will be asked the following 3 questions: Describe a time when you identified a safety or compliance issue in the built environment. How did you ensure your actions demonstrated integrity, fairness, and professionalism in line with the SFRS 's Ethical Principles, while influencing others to address the issue? Cladding remediation requires working collaboratively with residents, responsible persons, technical specialists and local partners. Can you provide an example where you effectively communicated complex fire-safety or similar concerns to individuals with different levels of understanding, ensuring transparency and respect throughout? Explain how you would approach assessing high rise residential buildings, particularly those with external wall system concerns, ensuring your approach supports evidence-based decision-making, aligns with the Regulators Code, and promotes public safety through proportionate enforcement. If successful, further training and qualifications will be provided to enhance and support your development. Before submitting your application, we recommend you read the job description and our Life at Surrey handbook to get an insight into working at Surrey. Contact Us Please contact us for any questions relating to the role. This could be to discuss flexible working requests, transferable skills or any barriers to employment. The job advert closes at 23:59 on 16/03/2026 with interviews to follow. We look forward to receiving your application, please click on the apply online button below to submit. Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities. We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum criteria, we guarantee you an interview. Your skills and experience truly matter to us. From application to your first day, we're committed to supporting you with any adjustments you need, we value inclusion and warmly welcome you to join and help build a workplace where everyone belongs.
Head of Identity & Access Governance (IAG)Location: London - Hybrid - 3 days on siteDepartment: BISO OfficeReports to: BISOType: Full-Time,PermanentSPONSORSHIP UNAVAILABLERole Summary:The Head of Identity& Access Governance is a senior strategic leader responsible for definingand executing the global Identity Security and Zero Trust roadmap across acomplex international organisation. This role leads enterprise-wide governanceof digital identities, access models, controls, and technologies, ensuringsecure-by-design access for employees, partners, and systems across multipleregions.The ideal candidatecombines deep expertise in Identity Governance, Zero Trust architectures,Active Directory / Entra ID, and identity transformation with strongleadership, stakeholder influence, and operating-model experience.Key Responsibilities1. Strategic Leadership & Roadmap Ownership Develop and own the global Identity & Access Governance strategy, aligned to business objectives and the enterprise cyber roadmap. Lead the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of the organisation's Zero Trust security model, including identity as the new perimeter. Define the multi-year roadmap covering identity governance, PAM, role engineering, directory services, automation, and identity analytics. 2. Identity Governance Oversight Set enterprise-wide policies, standards, and controls governing user access, privileged access, and system entitlements. Ensure consistent governance across all regions and business units, including federated environments and third-party access. Oversee Joiner-Mover-Leaver (JML) lifecycle automation and risk-based access models. 3. Technology Leadership (AD, Entra ID & IAMPlatforms) Own the strategy and governance model for Active Directory (AD), Entra ID (Azure AD), and domain services across the enterprise. Lead or advise on major technical initiatives such as consolidations, domain modernisation, AD hardening, conditional access, and authentication standards. Oversee selection, architecture, and operation of IAG and PAM tools - OKTA 4. Zero Trust & Access Transformation Champion a holistic Zero Trust vision covering identity, device, network, application, and data security. Define principles such as least privilege, continuous validation, segmentation, and risk-adaptive access. Drive adoption across business functions, technology teams, and geographic regions. 5. Governance, Compliance & Risk Management Ensure identity processes comply with global standards and regulations (ISO 27001, NIST, SOX, GDPR, industry-specific controls). Lead IAG risk assessments, audit readiness, control testing, and remediation activities. Provide executive reporting on identity risk posture, programme maturity, and KPIs. 6. People Leadership & Operating Model Lead and grow a global Identity Governance team responsible for strategy, governance, engineering, and operations. Build effective partnership models with IT Operations, Cloud Engineering, Security Architecture, HR, and Global Business Units. Establish a federated identity operating model with clear accountability and measurement. 7. Innovation & Continuous Improvement Evaluate emerging technologies Drive automation to streamline access provisioning, certifications, and privileged access processes. Promote a culture of secure digital identity and user-centric access experience. Skills, Experience & QualificationsEssential 10+ years' experience in Identity & Access Management, with at least 5 years in strategic or leadership roles. Proven experience managing identity services across global, multi-region, multi-forest environments. Deep understanding of Active Directory, Entra ID, authentication protocols, and directory security. Demonstrable ownership of Zero Trust strategy implementation at enterprise scale. Strong background in IAG technologies. Experience with Privileged Access Management (CyberArk, BeyondTrust, etc.). Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills across senior business and technical audiences. Key Competencies Strategic vision with the ability to execute at scale. Strong leadership and cross-functional influence. Technical authority in identity and directory services. Risk-driven decision-making. Excellent communication and executive presentation skills. Ability to operate within a complex, global matrix organisation. 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
Mar 30, 2026
Full time
Head of Identity & Access Governance (IAG)Location: London - Hybrid - 3 days on siteDepartment: BISO OfficeReports to: BISOType: Full-Time,PermanentSPONSORSHIP UNAVAILABLERole Summary:The Head of Identity& Access Governance is a senior strategic leader responsible for definingand executing the global Identity Security and Zero Trust roadmap across acomplex international organisation. This role leads enterprise-wide governanceof digital identities, access models, controls, and technologies, ensuringsecure-by-design access for employees, partners, and systems across multipleregions.The ideal candidatecombines deep expertise in Identity Governance, Zero Trust architectures,Active Directory / Entra ID, and identity transformation with strongleadership, stakeholder influence, and operating-model experience.Key Responsibilities1. Strategic Leadership & Roadmap Ownership Develop and own the global Identity & Access Governance strategy, aligned to business objectives and the enterprise cyber roadmap. Lead the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of the organisation's Zero Trust security model, including identity as the new perimeter. Define the multi-year roadmap covering identity governance, PAM, role engineering, directory services, automation, and identity analytics. 2. Identity Governance Oversight Set enterprise-wide policies, standards, and controls governing user access, privileged access, and system entitlements. Ensure consistent governance across all regions and business units, including federated environments and third-party access. Oversee Joiner-Mover-Leaver (JML) lifecycle automation and risk-based access models. 3. Technology Leadership (AD, Entra ID & IAMPlatforms) Own the strategy and governance model for Active Directory (AD), Entra ID (Azure AD), and domain services across the enterprise. Lead or advise on major technical initiatives such as consolidations, domain modernisation, AD hardening, conditional access, and authentication standards. Oversee selection, architecture, and operation of IAG and PAM tools - OKTA 4. Zero Trust & Access Transformation Champion a holistic Zero Trust vision covering identity, device, network, application, and data security. Define principles such as least privilege, continuous validation, segmentation, and risk-adaptive access. Drive adoption across business functions, technology teams, and geographic regions. 5. Governance, Compliance & Risk Management Ensure identity processes comply with global standards and regulations (ISO 27001, NIST, SOX, GDPR, industry-specific controls). Lead IAG risk assessments, audit readiness, control testing, and remediation activities. Provide executive reporting on identity risk posture, programme maturity, and KPIs. 6. People Leadership & Operating Model Lead and grow a global Identity Governance team responsible for strategy, governance, engineering, and operations. Build effective partnership models with IT Operations, Cloud Engineering, Security Architecture, HR, and Global Business Units. Establish a federated identity operating model with clear accountability and measurement. 7. Innovation & Continuous Improvement Evaluate emerging technologies Drive automation to streamline access provisioning, certifications, and privileged access processes. Promote a culture of secure digital identity and user-centric access experience. Skills, Experience & QualificationsEssential 10+ years' experience in Identity & Access Management, with at least 5 years in strategic or leadership roles. Proven experience managing identity services across global, multi-region, multi-forest environments. Deep understanding of Active Directory, Entra ID, authentication protocols, and directory security. Demonstrable ownership of Zero Trust strategy implementation at enterprise scale. Strong background in IAG technologies. Experience with Privileged Access Management (CyberArk, BeyondTrust, etc.). Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills across senior business and technical audiences. Key Competencies Strategic vision with the ability to execute at scale. Strong leadership and cross-functional influence. Technical authority in identity and directory services. Risk-driven decision-making. Excellent communication and executive presentation skills. Ability to operate within a complex, global matrix organisation. 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
Transmission & Distribution Safety Specialist - Northeast Reports To: Director of Safety - Corporate Office Manchester, ME FLSA Status: Exempt Number of Openings - 1 Location(s): Northeast Region (Manchester, ME) POSITION SUMMARY: This full-time role reports to the Director of Safety and is responsible for overseeing safety and health requirements on all active transmission and distribution (T&D) projects. The Safety Specialist ensures safe work practices and compliance with all applicable regulations, policies, and standards, with a focus on energized work, line construction, storm restoration, and substation environments. The role requires a strong working knowledge of T&D operations, field practices, and the unique hazards associated with overhead and underground utility work. LOCATION: This role will be based within daily driving distance of Manchester, ME, and will involve frequent travel to T&D jobsites. The position requires moderate physical activity, including walking on rough terrain, climbing, and site presence in varying weather conditions. Conduct regular site walkthroughs and inspections with emphasis on hazard recognition, mitigation, and OSHA/utility compliance. Administer and enforce company safety rules, OSHA and state regulations, and company T&D safety policies. Deliver site-specific safety orientations for crews and contractors. Maintain and oversee jobsite OSHA and utility safety recordkeeping. Investigate and document incidents, injuries, and near misses, including root cause analysis and corrective action development. Facilitate new hire safety orientation and ongoing compliance training specific to T&D operations. Execute safety program initiatives under the direction of the Director of Safety, including implementation, evaluation, and continuous improvement efforts. Ensure weekly site safety meetings and tailboards are completed and documented. Monitor and track inventory of PPE and safety supplies in coordination with the safety team. Provide direct safety support during storm response and emergency restoration efforts, including: Assisting with pre-storm safety briefings and crew readiness checks Supporting live-line and energized work practices during restoration Traveling out of state when required for utility storm mutual aid events Ensuring fatigue management, safe work zones, and proper PPE usage during extended storm operations REQUIREMENTS: Education & Experience A degree in Occupational Safety & Health or a related field is encouraged but not required. Minimum of 5 years of safety experience supporting transmission and distribution utility operations, with direct field exposure preferred. Technical knowledge of: Minimum Approach Distances and energized work practices Overhead and underground line construction methods Substation safety requirements Storm response protocols and live-line restoration work hazards Use and inspection of PPE, hot-line tools, and protective grounding equipment Fall protection, rigging, scaffolding, and confined-space procedures Familiarity with the National Electrical Safety Code (NESC), OSHA 29 CFR 1910 (including 1910.269), OSHA 29 CFR 1926, and utility-specific safety standards. OSHA 30-hour certification required; 40-hour HAZWOPER and other T&D-related safety certifications strongly preferred. CPR and First Aid certification required. Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills. Demonstrated ability to influence safe work practices in high-risk, high-stress environments, particularly during storm restoration and emergency response operations. Combination of office and field environment with frequent travel to construction project sites. Exposure to construction equipment, utility infrastructure, and outdoor work conditions. Equal Opportunity Employer Atlantic Power Constructors is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on any legally protected status. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all employees.
Mar 30, 2026
Full time
Transmission & Distribution Safety Specialist - Northeast Reports To: Director of Safety - Corporate Office Manchester, ME FLSA Status: Exempt Number of Openings - 1 Location(s): Northeast Region (Manchester, ME) POSITION SUMMARY: This full-time role reports to the Director of Safety and is responsible for overseeing safety and health requirements on all active transmission and distribution (T&D) projects. The Safety Specialist ensures safe work practices and compliance with all applicable regulations, policies, and standards, with a focus on energized work, line construction, storm restoration, and substation environments. The role requires a strong working knowledge of T&D operations, field practices, and the unique hazards associated with overhead and underground utility work. LOCATION: This role will be based within daily driving distance of Manchester, ME, and will involve frequent travel to T&D jobsites. The position requires moderate physical activity, including walking on rough terrain, climbing, and site presence in varying weather conditions. Conduct regular site walkthroughs and inspections with emphasis on hazard recognition, mitigation, and OSHA/utility compliance. Administer and enforce company safety rules, OSHA and state regulations, and company T&D safety policies. Deliver site-specific safety orientations for crews and contractors. Maintain and oversee jobsite OSHA and utility safety recordkeeping. Investigate and document incidents, injuries, and near misses, including root cause analysis and corrective action development. Facilitate new hire safety orientation and ongoing compliance training specific to T&D operations. Execute safety program initiatives under the direction of the Director of Safety, including implementation, evaluation, and continuous improvement efforts. Ensure weekly site safety meetings and tailboards are completed and documented. Monitor and track inventory of PPE and safety supplies in coordination with the safety team. Provide direct safety support during storm response and emergency restoration efforts, including: Assisting with pre-storm safety briefings and crew readiness checks Supporting live-line and energized work practices during restoration Traveling out of state when required for utility storm mutual aid events Ensuring fatigue management, safe work zones, and proper PPE usage during extended storm operations REQUIREMENTS: Education & Experience A degree in Occupational Safety & Health or a related field is encouraged but not required. Minimum of 5 years of safety experience supporting transmission and distribution utility operations, with direct field exposure preferred. Technical knowledge of: Minimum Approach Distances and energized work practices Overhead and underground line construction methods Substation safety requirements Storm response protocols and live-line restoration work hazards Use and inspection of PPE, hot-line tools, and protective grounding equipment Fall protection, rigging, scaffolding, and confined-space procedures Familiarity with the National Electrical Safety Code (NESC), OSHA 29 CFR 1910 (including 1910.269), OSHA 29 CFR 1926, and utility-specific safety standards. OSHA 30-hour certification required; 40-hour HAZWOPER and other T&D-related safety certifications strongly preferred. CPR and First Aid certification required. Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills. Demonstrated ability to influence safe work practices in high-risk, high-stress environments, particularly during storm restoration and emergency response operations. Combination of office and field environment with frequent travel to construction project sites. Exposure to construction equipment, utility infrastructure, and outdoor work conditions. Equal Opportunity Employer Atlantic Power Constructors is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on any legally protected status. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all employees.
A leading engineering firm located in Habergham Eaves is seeking an experienced individual to provide strategic leadership and operational management for their technical department. The ideal candidate will possess over 10 years of experience in managing a technical department, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and effectively leading teams. A bachelor's degree in a science-related field is required, along with strong budgeting and communication skills. This role offers an opportunity to influence departmental strategies in a collaborative environment.
Mar 30, 2026
Full time
A leading engineering firm located in Habergham Eaves is seeking an experienced individual to provide strategic leadership and operational management for their technical department. The ideal candidate will possess over 10 years of experience in managing a technical department, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and effectively leading teams. A bachelor's degree in a science-related field is required, along with strong budgeting and communication skills. This role offers an opportunity to influence departmental strategies in a collaborative environment.
Job Title: Sales Director Location: Kettering, Northamptonshire (NN16) Salary: Up to £80,000 per annum Job Type: Full-time, Permanent Hours: 37.5 hours per week The Role An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Sales Director to join a well-established, globally operating organisation. This role will lead the sales function, driving commercial performance and expanding market presence across multiple international regions. You will be responsible for developing and implementing a global sales strategy, leading a sales team, and identifying new business opportunities across a diverse portfolio of services. Key Responsibilities Develop and deliver a global commercial strategy to support business growth Lead, manage, and motivate the sales team to achieve targets Drive revenue growth across multiple service areas Identify and develop new business opportunities in domestic and international markets Build and maintain strong relationships with key accounts Develop account plans to maximise cross-selling opportunities Monitor performance against KPIs and adjust strategy accordingly Represent the business at industry events, exhibitions, and client meetings Support planning and coordination of exhibitions and customer events Candidate Requirements Essential: Proven experience in a senior sales leadership role Demonstrable success in developing and executing commercial strategies Strong background in B2B sales , ideally within technical or complex service environments Experience managing and developing high-performing teams Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Highly organised with strong time management skills Results-driven with a proactive approach Confident engaging with stakeholders at all levels Full UK driving licence Willingness to travel internationally as required Proficient in Microsoft Office and CRM systems Desirable: Experience within testing, certification, or technical services sectors Experience working in international markets Experience organising or supporting events and exhibitions Familiarity with CRM systems and social media for business development Benefits 25-30 days annual leave (depending on length of service) Company pension scheme Life assurance Income protection Flexible working arrangements Free on-site parking Closing Date: 10th April 2026
Mar 30, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Sales Director Location: Kettering, Northamptonshire (NN16) Salary: Up to £80,000 per annum Job Type: Full-time, Permanent Hours: 37.5 hours per week The Role An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Sales Director to join a well-established, globally operating organisation. This role will lead the sales function, driving commercial performance and expanding market presence across multiple international regions. You will be responsible for developing and implementing a global sales strategy, leading a sales team, and identifying new business opportunities across a diverse portfolio of services. Key Responsibilities Develop and deliver a global commercial strategy to support business growth Lead, manage, and motivate the sales team to achieve targets Drive revenue growth across multiple service areas Identify and develop new business opportunities in domestic and international markets Build and maintain strong relationships with key accounts Develop account plans to maximise cross-selling opportunities Monitor performance against KPIs and adjust strategy accordingly Represent the business at industry events, exhibitions, and client meetings Support planning and coordination of exhibitions and customer events Candidate Requirements Essential: Proven experience in a senior sales leadership role Demonstrable success in developing and executing commercial strategies Strong background in B2B sales , ideally within technical or complex service environments Experience managing and developing high-performing teams Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Highly organised with strong time management skills Results-driven with a proactive approach Confident engaging with stakeholders at all levels Full UK driving licence Willingness to travel internationally as required Proficient in Microsoft Office and CRM systems Desirable: Experience within testing, certification, or technical services sectors Experience working in international markets Experience organising or supporting events and exhibitions Familiarity with CRM systems and social media for business development Benefits 25-30 days annual leave (depending on length of service) Company pension scheme Life assurance Income protection Flexible working arrangements Free on-site parking Closing Date: 10th April 2026
About Decimal Data Since 2017, Decimal has been delivering real time cricket scoring and pricing data to some of the world's leading sportsbooks, now covering more matches than any other provider. With several offices across the globe - and a brand new one located on the Isle of Man - they're rapidly growing with no signs of slowing down. About the role We are seeking a Fractional Consultant to join the Decimal team, who will report directly into the Compliance Director, and will lead efforts to ensure full adherence to the UK Gambling Commission's Remote Gambling and Software Technical Standards (RTS) for a Gambling Software provider. Primary Responsibilities Lead RTS compliance for a GB regulated Software Provider. Interpret and apply RTS as issued by regulators and develop appropriate technical controls, policies, and procedures. Oversee all required testing for RNG games and virtual events to ensure they have been deployed as certified. Manage the initial certification, re certification after updates, version control and release approvals - Liaising with internal developers. Manage relationships with external testing labs and oversee remediation (if required). Incident management - Lead or support investigation of game malfunctions and breaches of technical standards. Logging, Monitoring & Audit Readiness - ensure systems maintain complete, accurate, and tamper proof logs and traceability of game outcomes, transactions, and player activity. Act as a key point of contact during regulator or auditor queries. Secondary responsibilities Subject to ongoing developments in the business. Oversee license applications and establish compliance frameworks for gambling software testing in new jurisdictions, adapting RTS principles to local requirements. Monitor regulatory developments, train staff, and represent the company in audits or regulator interactions. Stay up to date with regulatory updates, technical bulletins, and consultations and report back to management and front line teams, as required. About you Proven, hands on experience leading RTS compliance for a GB regulated gambling software provider. Deep understanding of RNG based games, including slots, virtuals, and live casino; sportsbook testing experience is desirable. Practical experience managing game certification, re certification, change control, and release approvals. Ability to interpret regulatory requirements and translate them into practical technical controls, policies, and procedures. Experience supporting or leading technical incident investigations, including regulator engagement and remediation. Solid understanding of logging, monitoring, audit trails, and audit readiness in regulated gambling systems. Confident acting as a key point of contact during regulatory or auditor interactions. Desirable attributes Experience supporting multi jurisdictional expansion and adapting RTS style controls to new regulatory frameworks. Exposure to additional gambling jurisdictions beyond Great Britain. This role is currently for a UK gambling software provider and as such, the number of hours / days required is TBD. The Group has ambitious expansion plans into other jurisdictions, so if interested, there is scope for this to become a full time role as they expand into more jurisdictions.
Mar 30, 2026
Full time
About Decimal Data Since 2017, Decimal has been delivering real time cricket scoring and pricing data to some of the world's leading sportsbooks, now covering more matches than any other provider. With several offices across the globe - and a brand new one located on the Isle of Man - they're rapidly growing with no signs of slowing down. About the role We are seeking a Fractional Consultant to join the Decimal team, who will report directly into the Compliance Director, and will lead efforts to ensure full adherence to the UK Gambling Commission's Remote Gambling and Software Technical Standards (RTS) for a Gambling Software provider. Primary Responsibilities Lead RTS compliance for a GB regulated Software Provider. Interpret and apply RTS as issued by regulators and develop appropriate technical controls, policies, and procedures. Oversee all required testing for RNG games and virtual events to ensure they have been deployed as certified. Manage the initial certification, re certification after updates, version control and release approvals - Liaising with internal developers. Manage relationships with external testing labs and oversee remediation (if required). Incident management - Lead or support investigation of game malfunctions and breaches of technical standards. Logging, Monitoring & Audit Readiness - ensure systems maintain complete, accurate, and tamper proof logs and traceability of game outcomes, transactions, and player activity. Act as a key point of contact during regulator or auditor queries. Secondary responsibilities Subject to ongoing developments in the business. Oversee license applications and establish compliance frameworks for gambling software testing in new jurisdictions, adapting RTS principles to local requirements. Monitor regulatory developments, train staff, and represent the company in audits or regulator interactions. Stay up to date with regulatory updates, technical bulletins, and consultations and report back to management and front line teams, as required. About you Proven, hands on experience leading RTS compliance for a GB regulated gambling software provider. Deep understanding of RNG based games, including slots, virtuals, and live casino; sportsbook testing experience is desirable. Practical experience managing game certification, re certification, change control, and release approvals. Ability to interpret regulatory requirements and translate them into practical technical controls, policies, and procedures. Experience supporting or leading technical incident investigations, including regulator engagement and remediation. Solid understanding of logging, monitoring, audit trails, and audit readiness in regulated gambling systems. Confident acting as a key point of contact during regulatory or auditor interactions. Desirable attributes Experience supporting multi jurisdictional expansion and adapting RTS style controls to new regulatory frameworks. Exposure to additional gambling jurisdictions beyond Great Britain. This role is currently for a UK gambling software provider and as such, the number of hours / days required is TBD. The Group has ambitious expansion plans into other jurisdictions, so if interested, there is scope for this to become a full time role as they expand into more jurisdictions.
CAD TechnicianBirmingham, Office-Based. Commutable from:Solihull, Shirley, Tyseley, Marston Green, Smethwick, Oldbury, Bromwich£30,000 - £40,000 + Bonus + Private Medical & Dental Insurance + 20 Days Holiday (rising to 25) + Pension + Profit Sharing + Free Parking + Cycle to Work Scheme + Sociable Team CultureA great opportunity for a CAD Technician to join a close-knit, progressive consultancy specialising in highways and residential infrastructure. If you value quality, precision, and a supportive team, this could be the next step in your career. Do you have CAD skills working on highways or drainage projects? Are you seeking a company where your work matters and your development is encouraged?This consultancy is respected in the transport and infrastructure sector, delivering design solutions across residential, educational, healthcare, sporting, environmental, and mixed-use projects. The team offers hands-on mentorship, access to external training, and two appraisals per year with clear career progression. They also run regular office socials and company meet-ups, creating a supportive and sociable workplace.You'll produce CAD drawings for highways and drainage schemes, support Engineers with design and project delivery, assist with reports and cost estimates, and work closely with the team to ensure all work meets budget, programme, and quality standards.The ideal candidate will have proven experience using CAD within highway design and a background in a consultancy or civil engineering environment. You'll have a strong attention to detail and a commitment to producing precise, high-quality work. We are looking for someone keen to build a long-term career, taking full advantage of structured progression opportunities, and based at a commutable distance to Fleet. The Role Produce detailedCAD drawings for highways and drainage schemes Support Engineers with technical design tasks and project delivery Assist in preparing drawings, reports, schedules and cost estimates Work alongside Directors, Engineers and stakeholders to deliver high-quality outputs Ensure all work meets programme, budget and accuracy standards The Person Proven experience usingCAD within highway design Background in consultancy or civil engineering environment Strong attention to detail and commitment to precision Keen to build a long-term career with structured progression Able to commute daily to Fleet Reference Number: BBBH271908To apply for this role or to be considered for further roles, please click "Apply Now" or contact Fred Sibley at Rise Technical Recruitment.Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles. Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles. The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set and will be decided by our client, the employer. Rise are not responsible or liable for any hiring decisions made by the end client. We are an equal opportunities company and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.
Mar 30, 2026
Full time
CAD TechnicianBirmingham, Office-Based. Commutable from:Solihull, Shirley, Tyseley, Marston Green, Smethwick, Oldbury, Bromwich£30,000 - £40,000 + Bonus + Private Medical & Dental Insurance + 20 Days Holiday (rising to 25) + Pension + Profit Sharing + Free Parking + Cycle to Work Scheme + Sociable Team CultureA great opportunity for a CAD Technician to join a close-knit, progressive consultancy specialising in highways and residential infrastructure. If you value quality, precision, and a supportive team, this could be the next step in your career. Do you have CAD skills working on highways or drainage projects? Are you seeking a company where your work matters and your development is encouraged?This consultancy is respected in the transport and infrastructure sector, delivering design solutions across residential, educational, healthcare, sporting, environmental, and mixed-use projects. The team offers hands-on mentorship, access to external training, and two appraisals per year with clear career progression. They also run regular office socials and company meet-ups, creating a supportive and sociable workplace.You'll produce CAD drawings for highways and drainage schemes, support Engineers with design and project delivery, assist with reports and cost estimates, and work closely with the team to ensure all work meets budget, programme, and quality standards.The ideal candidate will have proven experience using CAD within highway design and a background in a consultancy or civil engineering environment. You'll have a strong attention to detail and a commitment to producing precise, high-quality work. We are looking for someone keen to build a long-term career, taking full advantage of structured progression opportunities, and based at a commutable distance to Fleet. The Role Produce detailedCAD drawings for highways and drainage schemes Support Engineers with technical design tasks and project delivery Assist in preparing drawings, reports, schedules and cost estimates Work alongside Directors, Engineers and stakeholders to deliver high-quality outputs Ensure all work meets programme, budget and accuracy standards The Person Proven experience usingCAD within highway design Background in consultancy or civil engineering environment Strong attention to detail and commitment to precision Keen to build a long-term career with structured progression Able to commute daily to Fleet Reference Number: BBBH271908To apply for this role or to be considered for further roles, please click "Apply Now" or contact Fred Sibley at Rise Technical Recruitment.Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles. Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles. The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set and will be decided by our client, the employer. Rise are not responsible or liable for any hiring decisions made by the end client. We are an equal opportunities company and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.
