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Head of Operations – ADHD Assessment & Treatment Service Location: UK (Hybrid / Remote with travel as required) Reporting to: Managing Director Role Purpose The Head of Operations is responsible for the end-to-end operational delivery, performance, and scalability of a national ADHD assessment and treatment service (adult and CAMHS). You will design, build, and manage the systems, people, and processes required to deliver a high-volume, efficient, and fully compliant service—ensuring patients move smoothly from referral through assessment, diagnosis, and treatment. This is a hands-on leadership role with full accountability for service performance, patient flow, and operational profitability. Key Responsibilities 1. Service Delivery & Patient Pathway • Own and manage the full patient journey:, • Referral → triage → booking → assessment → diagnosis → prescribing → follow-up, • Ensure effective coordination between:, • Assessors (e.g. RMNs / clinicians), • Prescribers, • Patient coordination team, • Develop and maintain clear SOPs across all stages, • Identify and resolve delays, inefficiencies, and drop-offs in the pathway 1. Operational Performance & KPIs • Own core service metrics, including:, • Referral-to-assessment time, • Conversion rates (enquiry → assessment), • DNA (Did Not Attend) rates, • Clinician utilisation, • Time from diagnosis to prescribing, • Build dashboards and performance reporting tools, • Drive continuous improvement across all operational processes 1. Capacity Planning & Workforce Management • Optimise clinician scheduling to maximise utilisation, • Forecast demand and align staffing levels accordingly, • Oversee recruitment and onboarding of:, • Assessors, • Prescribers (in coordination with Clinical Lead), • Patient coordinators / admin staff, • Ensure capacity meets referral demand without delays 1. Commercial & Financial Oversight • Manage operational budgets and cost efficiency, • Monitor revenue performance across:, • Assessments, • Follow-ups, • Treatment pathways, • Improve profitability through:, • Efficient scheduling, • Reduced unused clinical capacity, • Improved conversion rates 1. Patient Experience • Ensure a high-quality, responsive patient journey, • Oversee onboarding processes including:, • Pre-assessment documentation, • Patient communications workflows, • Reduce waiting times and improve service accessibility, • Manage escalations, complaints, and service recovery 1. Systems & Infrastructure • Implement and manage:, • CRM / patient management systems, • Booking and scheduling platforms, • Digital forms and assessment workflows, • Drive automation to reduce manual administration, • Ensure secure and accurate handling of patient data 1. Governance & Compliance (Operational) • Ensure compliance with:, • Care Quality Commission (CQC) standards, • GDPR and data protection regulations, • Maintain robust audit trails and documentation, • Support Clinical Lead with operational governance requirements, • Oversee incident reporting and complaints systems 1. Leadership & Team Management • Lead and develop:, • Patient coordination team, • Scheduling and admin staff, • Set clear KPIs and performance expectations, • Build a structured, accountable, high-performance culture, • Provide training, support, and ongoing development Key Performance Indicators • Referral to assessment time: [target to be defined], • Clinician utilisation: 80–90% target, • Conversion rate (enquiry → assessment): 60% target, • DNA rate: [target to be defined], • Time from diagnosis to prescribing: [target to be defined], • Patient satisfaction and retention: high and improving trend Experience • Senior operations experience in:, • Healthcare services, clinics, or diagnostics, • High-volume, process-driven environments, • Proven ability to build or scale services, • Experience managing teams and operational performance, • Strong commercial awareness and ownership of budgets or P&L, • Experience implementing systems, workflows, and reporting structures Desirable Experience • Experience within ADHD or mental health services, • Familiarity with NHS England pathways, • Experience in private healthcare service delivery models Key Skills • Strong operational leadership and execution, • Data-driven decision making, • Process design and optimisation, • Workforce planning and scheduling, • Commercial and financial acumen, • Ability to work at pace in a scaling organisation

Following a significant redesign, and a new model of care which will support all children and young people to thrive, Jersey CAMHS we are looking to recruit an additional consultant Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist to join our multi-disciplinary team. The successful applicant will join the three existing consultants. This is an exciting time to join CAMHS with the launch of the service redesign and significant investment into the service. There is opportunity for private practice and a chance to make a real difference to patient outcomes. The Government of Jersey is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable people (to include children) and requires all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As this position will work with vulnerable people, the selection process will involve safeguarding measures and include an enhanced DBS check. For an informal discussion please contact Dr Catherine Keep (Consultant and Clinical Lead) on 01534 445030 or email c.keep@health.gov.je or Dr Darren Bowring (Associate Director for Children's Mental Health and Wellbeing) on 01534 445030 or email d.bowring@health.gov.je or Richard Dyer (Head of Children's Mental Health and Wellbeing, CAMHS) on 01534 445048 or email r.dyer@health.gov.je. For a full job description please click here: _ And as with many aspects of Island life, our Healthcare system is familiar enough for comfort but offers variances that mean our Consultants and patients have a different experience. A small Island community, we have one main hospital that acts as a hub with a small number of offsite facilities and the geography of our Island means there is a shorter commute for you. Find out more about relocating to Jersey _ Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website here _ From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. GMC Registration Applicants must have full current GMC registration, with a licence to practice and have attained specialist registration. The post holders will be expected to take on the full range of duties including the routine and emergency diagnosis and management of children and young people with significant mental health problems (up to the age of 18), the support of other team members and providing consultation and advice to other agencies. Successful applicants will be encouraged to develop a special interest and could take a clinical lead in one of the following areas: • Eating Disorders, • Assessment & Crisis Intervention, • Neurodevelopmental Disorders, • Transition The service has expanded and continues to develop its service delivery to meet the needs of the community. As a senior clinician you will have opportunity to shape the service and influence child mental health more widely on the island. The CAMHS clinics are based at Liberte House, St Helier which is in main central parish. The post-holder may also be required to see Children and Young People who have been admitted to Jersey General Hospital or Orchard Ward (mental health in-patient facility). In-patient Provision There is no designated inpatient provision on island but the team provide flexible intensive packages of care for children and young people with severe or complex mental health difficulties. The packages of care can be provided both for assessment and treatment working jointly with other services including Paediatrics, Adult Mental Health and Children’s Services (Social Care). Both the paediatric ward (Robin Ward) and acute adult mental health ward (Orchard Ward) are used for young people who require admission to hospital. Robin Ward will admit young people up to their 17th birthday. The postholder will be clinically responsible for young people admitted to Robin Ward and Orchard Ward under their care and will be expected to undertake reviews of these patients. All those under 16, and most under 18 admitted to Orchard Ward are cared for separately to the other in-patients if possible or are under continuous observation for safeguarding reasons. When necessary young people can be transferred to the UK for inpatient treatment. Person specification Essential Criteria Recognised Primary Medical Degree Full GMC Registration & License to Practice Registered on the GMC Specialist Register or CCT in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry (or within 6 months of this at the time of interview) or equivalent (which must be confirmed by GMC) Higher speciality training or equivalent experience Eligibility for Section 12 approval (Mental Health Law Approval) Desirable MRCPsych or equivalent Relevant higher degree, e.g. MD. PhD, MSc or other additional clinical qualifications Section 12 approval or equivalent Dual accreditation e.g. Forensic, Learning Disability Responsibilities and Expectations of the Postholders The post holder will be expected to: • Work with children and young people with acute mental health presentations including self-harm, suicidal ideation, low mood and psychotic symptoms and providing support to other members of the team in managing this group during periods of crisis., • Diagnose and manage common psychiatric disorders using both psychological and pharmacological therapies., • Work with young people with mental health problems who have a history of alcohol and substance misuse., • Provide consultation and liaison to other medical specialities, Education, Social Services and other agencies., • Develop and deliver training programmes for a variety of disciplines aimed at improving the level of expertise and the standard of care within the mental health services., • Participate and contribute to the psychiatry teaching programme., • Provide supervision for mental health and other professionals, and receive clinical supervision, • Liaise and work effectively with others who provide services to children and young people as appropriate., • Comply with Health and Care Jersey agreed policies and procedures., • Work with managers and professional colleagues to ensure the efficient running of the services and to share with consultant colleagues the medical contribution to the management of the service., • Participate in clinical governance activities and Quality Improvement including audit There is no requirement for Section 12(2) status and/or Approved Clinician status and/or DOL assessment. However the postholder will be required to attend training to become an Approved Practitioner under the Mental Health (Jersey) Law 2016. Population and CAMHS Caseload • The population of Jersey at the end of 2024 was estimated to be 104,540 with approximately 22,910 under the age of 19., • The current number of cases open to CAMHS is 1885 end of 2025., • The total number of new referrals received in 2025 was 906, • The current postholder’s (locum) caseload is approximately 90. Most of the cases on the caseload will have an allocated care co-ordinator but there may be some exceptions to this. Most new assessments are undertaken by other members of the MDT, but some will require initial medical assessment. There are no fixed requirements for new assessments and follow up appointments. On average there maybe 1-2 new assessments per week and 15-20 follow up appointments, depending on the complexity of the cases and other commitments., • The postholder will be required to participate in the daytime (9am – 5pm) medical on call rota for 1-2 days per week. The initial duty response (including hospital liaison assessments) is made by the duty worker who will contact the doctor on call if required. With an expansion of our crisis services to cover the out of hours period there may be a requirement to provide medical cover for this in the future. Annual leave, Study leave and Job Plan • Consultants are entitled to 30 days of annual leave increasing to 32 days after 7 years’ service (at Consultant level) plus bank holidays., • Study leave for the purpose of professional development should be applied for through the Clinical Lead and is approved by the Director of Medical Education. There is a generous study leave budget and there is an entitlement of 30 days every 3 years., • All consultants have a 10 PA contract for public work, which is non-negotiable. The final job plan will vary according to the successful appointees and be agreed by the Clinical Lead and Chief of Service and ratified by the Group Medical Director. The post holder’s job plan will be reviewed annually and will be appraised according to the current guidance., • All timetables will adhere to current Royal College Guidelines, namely:- 7.5 clinical programmed activities (PAs) 1.5 - 2.5 supporting professional activities (SPAs) consisting of: • 1 SPA for clinical learning and preparation for appraisal (including audit, weekly teaching sessions, case presentations, mortality reviews etc), • 1 SPA for managerial activities, service development and quality improvement (subject to agreement), • 0.5 SPA for other SPA activities tba Some SPAs will be annualised rather than represented in the weekly timetable.

Medical Director – IMHS & Neurodevelopmental Pathways - CAMHS Role Summary: We are seeking a Consultant Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist to act as Medical Director for a CQC-regulated Independent Mental Health Service (IMHS) and Neurodevelopmental (ADHD/ASD) pathway. This is a senior clinical leadership role, responsible for designing, governing, and defending clinically-led service pathways that are treatment-focused, outcomes-driven, and fully CQC-compliant, while also supporting sustainable service growth through NHS, ICB, and Local Authority engagement. This is not a sessional assessment role. It is a build, lead, and govern position with full clinical authority and service ownership. Key Responsibilities: 1. Clinical Authority & Risk Leadership • Act as final clinical decision-maker for high-risk CAMHS presentations, including self-harm, aggression, absconding risk, and complex neurodevelopmental cases, • Determine appropriate levels of care (admission vs community-based management) with clear documented rationale, • Authorise and oversee psychopharmacological treatment plans, including initiation, titration, and review, • Ensure all high-risk clinical decisions are fully defensible and appropriately documented Outcome: Consistently robust, audit-ready clinical decision-making across all high-risk cases. 1. IMHS Clinical Pathway Design & Governance • Design, implement, and maintain the end-to-end treatment pathway:, • Intake → Assessment → Stabilisation → Therapy → Review → Step-down, • Define admission criteria, treatment goals, and discharge thresholds, • Ensure all placements demonstrate active, measurable treatment rather than containment, • Embed outcome tracking across all stages of care Outcome: A clearly defined, CQC-defensible clinical pathway demonstrating active treatment and recovery focus. 1. ADHD & Neurodevelopmental Service Leadership • Own the clinical model for ADHD and neurodevelopmental assessment and treatment, • Ensure adherence to NICE-aligned diagnostic frameworks and prescribing standards, • Define diagnostic thresholds, assessment quality standards, and titration protocols, • Supervise clinicians and provide sign-off for complex or borderline diagnostic cases, • Maintain safe, scalable service delivery without compromising governance Outcome: A clinically robust, scalable ADHD service with consistent diagnostic and prescribing standards. 1. MDT Leadership & Clinical Integration • Chair weekly multidisciplinary team (MDT) meetings (Psychiatry, Psychology, Nursing, PBS, OT/SALT where applicable), • Lead formulation-based care planning with clear, measurable outcomes, • Ensure alignment across psychiatric, psychological, and behavioural interventions, • Drive accountability for outcomes at individual service user level Outcome: Fully integrated MDT care plans with measurable clinical progress indicators. 1. CQC Compliance & Clinical Governance • Lead clinical governance for all IMHS and neurodevelopmental services, • Oversee clinical audits, incident reviews, safeguarding escalation, and learning processes, • Ensure documentation standards meet and exceed regulatory expectations, • Act as clinical lead during CQC inspections and regulatory engagement Outcome: A consistently inspection-ready service with demonstrable governance and learning systems. 1. Crisis Response & Out-of-Hours Clinical Oversight • Define escalation thresholds from triage and out-of-hours services to psychiatric review, • Provide rapid clinical decision-making support for high-risk cases, • Ensure continuity and consistency of clinical decision-making across 24/7 operations, • Embed clear documentation standards for all out-of-hours interventions Outcome: Safe, consistent, and well-governed clinical escalation across all service hours. 1. Commissioner & System Engagement • Act as senior clinical interface with NHS ICBs, Trusts, and Local Authorities, • Support case discussions, placement decisions, and complex funding pathways, • Contribute to service design, transformation, and commissioning proposals, • Provide credible clinical justification for service models and packages of care Outcome: Strong commissioner confidence leading to sustained referrals and commissioned placements. Scope of Practice: • CAMHS (0–18), with appropriate transitional work into young adult services where clinically indicated, • Neurodevelopmental disorders (ADHD and ASD), • High-acuity, complex presentations requiring intensive MDT input and oversight Essential Requirements: • GMC registration with entry on the Specialist Register (Child & Adolescent Psychiatry), • Significant experience in:, • CAMHS crisis / Tier 3–4 services, • Neurodevelopmental assessment and ADHD prescribing, • High-risk community or inpatient CAMHS settings, • Demonstrable leadership of MDTs and clinical governance systems, • Strong experience working within regulated or inspected healthcare environments (CQC or equivalent)

Senior Corporate Tax opportunity with clear progression to Partner, based in Birmingham. Your new company This is a forward-thinking, multi-office accountancy practice with a strong reputation for delivering expert tax advice to large owner-managed businesses. With a growing client base and a dynamic leadership team, the firm is expanding its Corporate Tax offering and investing in both talent and infrastructure. The Birmingham office is rapidly expanding, and tax is playing a huge part in this growth. Your new role You will join a high-performing Corporate Tax team that operates across the firm, supporting clients with turnovers typically above the audit threshold. The team is known for its technical excellence and collaborative culture, and includes a Corporate Tax Partner, Managers and Seniors, and a cohort of trainees.This is a senior leadership role with flexibility depending on your experience and career goals. You could join as a Senior Manager, Director, or new Partner, with a clear path to equity for the right candidate. Your responsibilities will include: • Leading complex corporate tax advisory projects for large owner-managed businesses, • High level oversight of corporate tax compliance work, • Providing strategic input into the growth of the tax practice, • Mentoring and developing junior team members, • Optionally engaging in business development and client acquisition, if aligned with your interests The firm is open to candidates with either a focus towards complex technical delivery or a combined role with a business development element, depending on your strengths and aspirations. What you'll need to succeed To thrive in this role, you will need: • CTA qualification (or equivalent), • Significant experience in corporate tax advisory and compliance, • Proven ability to manage complex tax matters for large businesses, • Strong communication and leadership skills, • A collaborative mindset and desire to contribute to team development Experience in business development or practice growth is advantageous but not essential. What you'll get in return You’ll be joining a firm that values its people and offers a supportive, flexible working environment. The benefits package includes: • Competitive salary based on experience and level (Senior Manager to Junior Partner), • Generous holiday allowance, • Enhanced maternity package, including additional pay and childcare support, • Flexible working arrangements, • Support for professional development and qualifications, • Clear progression pathways and recognition for performance, • Modern, spacious offices to support expansion This is a rare opportunity to step into a senior tax leadership role with real influence and long-term career potential. What you need to do now If you’re ready to take the next step in your corporate tax career, apply now or contact Hays for a confidential discussion. # 4734363

Corporate and International Tax Associate Director based in Birmingham Your new company A global professional services network, known for delivering audit, tax, and advisory solutions with a strong emphasis on sustainability, innovation, and inclusivity. The culture is diverse, collaborative, and empowering-encouraging individuals to take ownership of their careers and contribute meaningfully. Your new role As a member of the Corporate Tax Advisory practice you will be working with large, listed, and international clients. The role involves delivering strategic tax advice, driving innovation through technology and process improvement, and mentoring junior team members. You’ll also collaborate across service lines and manage a portfolio of client engagements. What you'll need to succeed • ACA or CTA qualification (or equivalent experience), • Strong background in corporate tax advisory for large and international groups, • Proven ability to manage client relationships and deliver strategic advice, • Experience winning new business and building long-term partnerships, • Collaborative approach with cross-functional project experience, • Excellent communication and multitasking skills, • Passion for developing others through coaching and leadership, • Flexible working arrangements are available. What you'll get in return • A global platform with a forward-thinking, inclusive culture, • Opportunities to lead, innovate, and grow professionally, • Support to make a personal impact and reach your full potential, • A workplace that values individuality, teamwork, and bold ideas 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. # 4674947

Employment Tax Director job in International Firm - Birmingham based Your new company This leading global professional services network operates under a single brand worldwide. They provide unmatched client experience, delivering audit & assurance, tax and advisory services around the world. They are one diverse, multicultural, multi-generational team with a huge sense of connection and belonging. This is a place where you can take ownership of your career, get involved, believe in yourself and put your ideas into action. Your new role As a result of both succession and growth, there is an opportunity for a personable and client facing employment tax professional to join the team and work closely with the Employment Tax Partners with prospects of coming through to Partner in the medium term. They are looking for someone to lead the central business and work closely with the National Employment Tax and Global Mobility Teams to drive the business forward. What you'll need to succeed They are looking for an Employment Taxes professional with sound knowledge of employment taxes and relevant practical implications. With excellent communication skills and commercial acumen in relation to client requirements and problem-solving. You will enjoy working in a fast-paced environment and be happy to supervise and train more junior team members. What you'll get in return Working with an established team and with an attractive client base, you will also be supported and mentored on all aspects of what it takes to become a partner, including the market piece, client relationships, technical and internal responsibilities. 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 on your career. # 4543335

Tax Audit Senior Manager required by Midlands Firm - can be based Birmingham or East Midlands areas. Your new company Our client is a large International Accountancy Firm working with large corporate businesses across a varied client base. The role is based in a niche team within a large business tax business. Your new role This Firm is looking for a Tax Audit Senior Manager to be based in the Midlands, to take responsibility for the tax specialist work on a portfolio of their largest and most complex audits along with a role on compliance and reporting clients. You will regularly speak with heads of tax from FTSE100 businesses. The scope of the role includes: tax accounting (IFRS, FRS102 and US GAAP); working as a specialist as part of the audit team; managing relationships with client tax and finance teams and a national role in setting the agenda on how the firm undertakes tax audits. The role allows you to put into practice your tax technical skills in a stimulating and challenging environment What you'll need to succeed The successful candidate will have gained tax audit experience within a big 4 environment or large corporate business, have an in-depth knowledge of IFRS and FRS102 and ideally have some US Gaap experience. What you'll get in return This is a fantastic opportunity to advance your career across a varied client-base. There is a clear career path structure through to director (with potential pathway to Partner). You will receive a competitive salary package and a performance related bonus. The firm operates a flexible working policy for all members of staff. Part-time hours will be considered, flexible working around school summer holidays or a combined home/office based contract. 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 on your career. # 3700874

Audit Director opportunity working with an SME entrepreneurial client base. Birmingham Your new company A major brand firm with an exceptional reputation across the region is continuing to invest heavily in its audit offering for entrepreneurial and high-growth clients. With a strong commitment to innovation and a clear strategic focus on expanding its presence in the owner-managed and VC-backed market, this is an organisation where you can genuinely shape the future of the service line. You’ll be joining a collaborative, ambitious team with a strong pipeline of opportunity and the backing of a highly respected national brand. Your new role As Audit Director, you will play a pivotal role in leading and developing audit services for a diverse portfolio of fast growing, entrepreneurial businesses across the West Midlands. Working closely with VC-backed companies and dynamic family-owned organisations, you will build long-term relationships, deliver high-quality audit and advisory services, and act as a trusted partner to your clients. You will also take an active role in growing the business, capitalising on a significant pipeline of new opportunities and strengthening relationships both internally and externally. This is a strategic leadership role with clear progression potential. What you'll need to succeed You will have proven experience at Senior Manager or Director level within audit and experience working with entrepreneurial clients. You will have a people-focused approach with the ability to build rapport and long-standing relationships and will be able to demonstrate broad accounting knowledge, enabling you to add value beyond the audit itself. Commercial awareness and confidence in developing new business opportunities will enable you to demonstrate your potential to move into a Partner role in the future. What you'll get in return If successful, you will join a firm that genuinely invests in its people and offers a transparent pathway to Partnership. Alongside a competitive salary and benefits package, you’ll benefit from working with a strong and growing client base, significant autonomy to shape the service line, a supportive leadership team committed to your development and exposure to exciting, fast-moving businesses across the region. 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. # 4785786

Join our Midlands team as a Transfer Pricing Manager/Associate Director Your new company As one of the world's largest networks of audit, tax, and consulting firms, we deliver big ideas and premium service to help middle-market businesses thrive. Our vision is to become the leading adviser to the middle market, globally. If you are looking for a firm where you can build a future and make an impact, this is the place for you. Your new role Our National Transfer Pricing Team manages clients' transfer pricing compliance and drives their transfer pricing agenda, including due diligence, post-acquisition restructuring, and international tax issues. As a Transfer Pricing Manager/Associate Director in the Midlands, you'll be part of a high-performing tax compliance and advisory team. You'll accelerate your skills and development in a creative, entrepreneurial, and supportive team, working with fantastic clients. Our culture celebrates individuality, fresh thinking, flexibility, and collaboration. We aim to create an environment where our people can make a difference-to themselves, their careers, their teams, and to the success of our firm and clients. You’ll Make an Impact By:- Supporting clients on various compliance and advisory projects, including policy design, documentation, benchmarking, audits, and debt defence.- Collaborating with global teams of over 600 specialists to develop innovative approaches.- Playing a role in business development, preparing proposals, attending networking events, and contributing to the regional office and firm's success.- Developing and mentoring a growing team, sharing your skill set and knowledge. What you'll need to succeed We value diverse experiences and perspectives. Here's what we’re looking for, but we are keen to hear from you even if you don’t meet all of the below:- Relevant professional qualification such as CTA, ACA, ADIT, etc.- Specialist in Transfer Pricing with experience in complex projects and compliant documentation.- Open and approachable, listening to others' views and ideas.- Ability to manage people, building and developing individuals, and identifying talent.- Passion for business development and identifying fee-earning opportunities. What you'll get in return We offer a flexible reward and benefits package, including:- Hybrid working.- 27 days holiday (with the option of purchasing more).- Lifestyle, health, and wellbeing benefits, including financial wellbeing tools, an electric car scheme, and access to a virtual GP.- Access to over 300 on-demand courses with continuous learning opportunities and clear career progression paths. 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. # 4653425

We are working with a growing law firm to hire a Head of Risk. In this role, you will work closely with the Director of Risk to lead the day-to-day operational management of the Risk & Best Practice function, delivering a first-class regulatory service across all legal and business departments. The firm is looking for an experienced risk lawyer or senior compliance professional who has advanced their career within a law firm environment. You should be a methodical professional with excellent planning and coordination skills, capable of staying calm under pressure and providing succinct, commercially focused solutions to senior stakeholders. The responsibilities will include: • Overseeing the daily operations of the risk teams to ensure seamless firmwide delivery of regulatory compliance., • Deputising for the Director of Risk and supporting critical reporting for the Board and the Audit & Risk Committee., • Acting as the senior escalation point for significant regulatory, ethical, professional liability, and reputational risks., • Managing day-to-day incidents, near misses, data breaches, and the implementation of information barriers., • Maintaining specialist governance over anti-money laundering frameworks, data protection requirements, and information security standards like ISO 27001., • Coordinating internal audit planning and managing the firm's quality and environmental management systems., • Leading the firm's professional indemnity insurance renewals, claims handling, and the administration of the complaints-handling process., • Providing senior-level advice on client contracts, tenders, outside counsel guidelines, and complex ethical queries., • Driving the performance, recruitment, capacity management, and professional development of the compliance team. This position offers an exceptional opportunity to shape the strategic direction of an expanding risk department while maintaining strong oversight of operational delivery. Please submit your application today to start a confidential discussion. Ref: 1523

Candidate Opportunity Brief\n\n Position: Head of Procurement\n\n Reporting to: Finance Director\n\n Confidentiality: Open\n\nFord & Stanley Executive Search (Part of the Ford & Stanley Talent Services Group) are a leading Executive search and talent advisory firm specialising in the following sectors:\n\nRail & Transportation \n\nCivils & Construction \n\nManufacturing & Supply Chain \n\nTechnology & Cyber Security \n\nLogistics & Intermodal Freight \n\nDefence \n\nOur search directors, search consultants and in-house research team specialise in retained opportunities at the highest level of organisational leadership and management.\n\nOur success is based upon a blend of trust-driven relationships, robust market knowledge, and working practices that ensure the best possible alignment of organisational need with experience and personal ambition.\n\nWorking with business leaders on bespoke assignments for over a decade, we understand exactly what our customers expect from an executive search and talent advisory service - whether there is a pressing business need for an executive interim or that of a long-term permanent appointment - Ford & Stanley Executive Search provide the solution.\n\nWe have been exclusively appointed by our client company on a retained search for a Head of Procurement.\n\nBelow you will find a 'Candidate Opportunity Brief' developed from notes taken during the scoping meeting (Situational Discovery) held between the Principal Consultant & Senior Consultant of Ford & Stanley Executive Search and the Finance Director and Head of Strategy at our Client Business.\n\nThis brief is designed to give candidates a deeper insight into the opportunity inherent within the role, the challenges the role presents, and provide access to the detail that sits behind the job specification.\n\nClient Opportunity Statements:\n\n"We are seeking a Head of Procurement to build on recent progress and firmly establish a high‑performing, commercially focused procurement function. Following a successful period of interim leadership, this role provides the opportunity to embed stability, strengthen governance, and elevate maturity across a high‑volume, fast‑paced operational environment.\n\nReporting to the Finance Director, the Head of Procurement will act as a trusted strategic partner, balancing pace and prioritisation with robust control, compliance, and risk management. The role will introduce more streamlined, commercially astute ways of working, ensuring procurement enables, rather than constrains, the business.\n\nThis role will suit a confident, hands‑on procurement leader who thrives on embedding improvement, leading capable teams, and driving tangible commercial impact within a nationally significant business.\n\nKey deliverables within the first 12 months include:\n\nStabilise, embed, and further develop the Procurement team, building on recent progress to grow capability, create clarity of purpose, and instil confidence through clear leadership, direction, and accountability.\n\nStrengthen procurement processes and ways of working, improving governance, pace, and effectiveness while introducing more streamlined, commercially astute approaches that enable the business to better leverage opportunity.\n\nAct as a trusted strategic partner to the Finance Director, operating as a key "right‑hand" advisor with responsibility for managing procurement‑related risk, ensuring appropriate controls, and supporting sound decision‑making across the business.\n\nEssential Hard Skills (Skills & Experience)\n\n§ MCIPS qualified\n\n§ Proven experience of operating in a highly regulated industry such as Rail, Transportation, Energy, Aerospace, Nuclear.\n\n§ Experience of the full procurement lifecycle, including running tenders, supplier engagement, tender evaluations, contract negotiations, contract management, etc.\n\n§ Robust knowledge of public procurement obligations, audit requirements and governance frameworks. Experience of running procurement tenders under either UCR 2016 or Procurement Act 2023 regulations.\n\n§ Able to challenge ways of working and implement practical improvements to processes, systems and behaviours, whilst maintaining trust and engagement

Audit Director - North Birmingham | Mid-Market Global Firm Location: North Birmingham (Hybrid Working Available)Salary: Competitive + Bonus + Benefits The opportunityWe are working with a well-established, globally recognised professional services firm seeking an experienced Audit Director to join their growing North Birmingham office. This is a key leadership role within a dynamic mid-market team, offering the opportunity to shape strategy, lead high-profile client engagements, and play a pivotal role in the continued expansion of the firm's regional presence. The firmThis organisation combines international reach with a strong mid-market focus, delivering high-quality audit, tax, and advisory services to a diverse portfolio of clients. Known for its collaborative culture and entrepreneurial mindset, the firm empowers senior leaders to drive growth and innovation while maintaining exceptional client service standards. Key responsibilities • Lead and oversee a portfolio of audit clients, ensuring delivery of high-quality, compliant audit engagements, • Act as a trusted advisor to clients, building long-term relationships and identifying opportunities for additional services, • Manage, mentor, and develop senior audit staff and managers, • Contribute to strategic...

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Operating at Senior Manager / Associate Director / Director level. If you're an experienced audit professional looking for a Director-level opportunity with a clear route to RI and Partner in Birmingham, apply today for a confidential discussion. Audit & Accounts Director (RI Pathway).

Deputy Director - Audit Policy Location: Birmingham (Hybrid Working - 40% onsite per month) Salary: £128k Contract: Permanent | Full-Time An outstanding opportunity has arisen for an experienced audit and assurance professional to join a leading UK regulatory organisation as Deputy Director - Audit Policy. Reporting into the Director of Audit Policy, this senior leadership role will help shape the future of UK audit and assurance regulation. The successful candidate will lead on ethical frameworks for audit and assurance practitioners, provide strategic technical expertise across the organisation, and support the development of innovative policy responses to emerging industry risks and opportunities. You will engage with senior stakeholders across regulatory bodies, audit firms, professional institutes, and international standard setters, while overseeing a portfolio of complex policy and assurance technology projects. Key Skills & Experience: • CCAB qualified with significant audit and assurance experience, • Strong technical expertise in UK external auditing, assurance, and ethical standards, • Experience drafting technical standards, guidance, or regulatory policy, • Excellent understanding of UK and international audit regulatory frameworks, • Strong leadership and people management c...

Director of Finance & ICT Salary: £68,000Location: West Birmingham (Hybrid) We’re recruiting a Director of Finance & ICT for a values-led organisation, offering a key leadership role within the Executive Team. This position is responsible for driving financial strategy, governance, and performance, while also overseeing ICT systems and infrastructure. Acting as a trusted advisor to the CEO and Board, you’ll provide strategic insight, manage risk, and ensure long-term sustainability. Key Responsibilities • Lead financial strategy, planning, and performance, • Oversee budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and cashflow, • Ensure strong governance, compliance, and audit processes, • Provide strategic insight to support senior decision-making, • Drive business performance, efficiency, and income growth, • Lead ICT strategy, systems, and external suppliers, • Manage and develop a high-performing Finance & ICT team About You • Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent), • Proven senior finance leadership experience, • Strong background in financial strategy, audit, and risk, • Experience working with Boards or Executive teams, • Commercial, analytical, and confident influencing at senior level The Opportunity

Finance Manager A well-established and growing professional services organisation is seeking an experienced and commercially focused Finance Manager to lead financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and accounting activities. Reporting directly to the Managing Director, this role will play a key part in supporting business performance through accurate financial insight and strong financial controls. Key Responsibilities • Prepare monthly management accounts and financial reports., • Lead budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis processes., • Oversee statutory accounts preparation and support year-end audit processes., • Monitor cash flow, financial performance, and balance sheet reconciliations., • Ensure compliance with accounting standards, tax, VAT, and regulatory requirements., • Develop and maintain strong financial controls and reporting procedures., • Provide financial analysis and insights to support strategic decision-making., • Partner with department managers to support budget management and cost control., • Support continuous improvement across finance systems and operational processes. About You • ACCA, ACA, CIMA, or equivalent qualified., • Proven experience in a Finance Manager or similar senior finance role., • Strong knowledge of financial accounting, forecasting, and budgeting.

Financial Controller| West Midlands| Hybrid We are currently working with a large, specialised service provider in the West Midlands who are looking for a high-calibre Financial Controller to take ownership of financial reporting, strengthen governance, and drive meaningful change across Finance. Sitting at the heart of the organisation, you’ll play a key role in ensuring accuracy, insight, and control. Working closely with the Finance Director and senior leadership, you’ll act as a trusted expert and strategic partner, bringing clarity to complex financial matters and raising the bar across processes, systems, and performance.Financial Controller Key Responsibilities: • Be the go to expert on technical accounting, guiding the business through new standards and complex issues, • Drive a best in class month-end close, delivering accurate, insightful reporting at pace, • Take full ownership of year end reporting, including the Annual Report & Accounts and Performance Report, • Transform capitalisation processes, improving rigour, transparency, and outcomes, • Build and inspire a high-performing team, creating a culture of accountability and collaboration, • Champion balance sheet integrity, ensuring robust controls and proactive risk management, • Lead all audit activity, building strong relationships and ensuring smooth, timely delivery, • Strengthen financial governance, e...

Are you an experienced Housing Finance leader who can bring control to a complex environment under regulatory scrutiny? Can you stabilise operational finance whilst helping a business regain confidence in its numbers, processes and controls? My client is a large Housing Association in the West Midlands seeking an Interim Assistant Director of Finance - Operations on an initial 6-month FTC. The role has been created to strengthen grip across operational finance following a challenging period for regulatory pressure and wider organisational change. The successful candidate will focus on stabilising the basics across transactions, rents and service charges, allowing the existing Finance leadership to focus on strategic improvement work. Key responsibilities include: • Leading operational finance teams across transactional finance, rents and service charges, • Strengthening financial controls and improving process consistency, • Bringing structure and accountability into a manual, evolving environment, • Supporting audit readiness and improving confidence in financial reporting, • Acting as a steady senior presence during a period of organisational reset This will suit someone pragmatic, hands-on and credible who has previously operated in challenging Housing environments and can quickly bring calm and control. The office is easily accessible by public transport and a minimum one day in the o...

Deputy Director - Audit Policy Location: Birmingham (Hybrid Working - 40% onsite per month)Salary: £128kContract: Permanent | Full-Time An outstanding opportunity has arisen for an experienced audit and assurance professional to join a leading UK regulatory organisation as Deputy Director - Audit Policy. Reporting into the Director of Audit Policy, this senior leadership role will help shape the future of UK audit and assurance regulation. The successful candidate will lead on ethical frameworks for audit and assurance practitioners, provide strategic technical expertise across the organisation, and support the development of innovative policy responses to emerging industry risks and opportunities. You will engage with senior stakeholders across regulatory bodies, audit firms, professional institutes, and international standard setters, while overseeing a portfolio of complex policy and assurance technology projects. Key Skills & Experience: • CCAB qualified with significant audit and assurance experience, • Strong technical expertise in UK external auditing, assurance, and ethical standards, • Experience drafting technical standards, guidance, or regulatory policy, • Excellent understanding of UK and international audit regulatory frameworks, • Strong leadership and people...

About the Business An excellent opportunity to join an established, globally backed manufacturing business as a Financial Controller, offering a salary of £70,000 – £80,000 with hybrid working, based in Smethwick. Part of an international group operating across more than 30 countries, the UK operation combines a sales office with fully operational warehousing, manufacturing facilities, and an in-house transport fleet. With turnover of approximately £30m, this is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of the UK finance function while partnering closely with senior leadership. The role also offers a clear progression route to Finance Director, with the current postholder planning for retirement in the coming years. Main Duties: As Financial Controller, your responsibilities will include: • Taking full ownership of the UK finance function and overseeing the day-to-day finance team, • Preparing monthly management accounts, including P&L, balance sheet and cash flow reporting, with meaningful commentary and variance analysis, • Producing annual statutory accounts under FRS 102 and acting as the lead contact during the year-end audit process, • Submitting group reporting packs in accordance with parent company deadlines, including IFRS consolidation requirements, • Managing budgetin...

A leading audit firm in Birmingham is seeking an Audit Director to lead audit services for major companies. The ideal candidate will have significant audit experience and qualifications such as ACA or ACCA. Responsibilities include managing audit teams, engaging with clients, and business developmen

A global audit and consulting firm is searching for an Associate Director in Birmingham.This role involves leading engagement processes and managing deal teams.Ideal candidates should have M&A experience, be numerically skilled, and possess a strong understanding of financial statements.The firm off

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Assistant Management Accountant required for a new and exciting permanent opportunity working for a well established business based in Coleshill with a view to start immediately. This will be a role to report to the Finance Director with daily, weekly and monthly financial reports. Monthly management accounts are included in this role ensuring, efficiently and accurate financial results while also adding value to the business. This will include developing and improving controls and processes, supporting stakeholders and finding proactive ways to further support the business. Your duties will include: • Reporting and production of the daily, weekly, and monthly analysis reports - Preparation of accurate weekly and monthly Management Accounts - Weekly & monthly KPI reporting - Managing, reviewing and creating Accrual calculations, Prepayments, Provisions, while managing general ledger - Balance sheet reconciliations and review - Monthly VAT accounting and VAT returns - Assisting with financial year end and annual audit - Supporting, budgeting process, review meetings with departments - Preparation and review of other key financial reports as required - Support with general ledger tasks such as invoicing and credit control - Assisting the Finance Director with providing financial information to the business and completing ad-hoc financial and business projects - Excellent analytical skills - An ability to analyse financial performance. - Adhoc analysis, contract control and reporting - Review and maintain department controls, financial performance and best practice This is an excellent opportunity for a CIMA/ACCA studier or graduate with some working experience in finance who are looking to step up into a more senior role. My client is offering a route of genuine career progression along with a study package, 25 days annual leave, on site parking, hybrid working, flexible hours, pension and healthcare so apply now

Candidate Opportunity Brief Position: Head of Procurement Reporting to: Finance Director Confidentiality: Open Ford & Stanley Executive Search (Part of the Ford & Stanley Talent Services Group) are a leading Executive search and talent advisory firm specialising in the following sectors: Rail & Transportation Civils & Construction Manufacturing & Supply Chain Technology & Cyber Security Logistics & Intermodal Freight Defence Our search directors, search consultants and in-house research team specialise in retained opportunities at the highest level of organisational leadership and management. Our success is based upon a blend of trust-driven relationships, robust market knowledge, and working practices that ensure the best possible alignment of organisational need with experience and personal ambition. Working with business leaders on bespoke assignments for over a decade, we understand exactly what our customers expect from an executive search and talent advisory service – whether there is a pressing business need for an executive interim or that of a long-term permanent appointment - Ford & Stanley Executive Search provide the solution. We have been exclusively appointed by our client company on a retained search for a Head of Procurement. Below you will find a ‘Candidate Opportunity Brief’ developed from notes taken during the scoping meeting (Situational Discovery) held between the Principal Consultant & Senior Consultant of Ford & Stanley Executive Search and the Finance Director and Head of Strategy at our Client Business. This brief is designed to give candidates a deeper insight into the opportunity inherent within the role, the challenges the role presents, and provide access to the detail that sits behind the job specification. Client Opportunity Statements: “We are seeking a Head of Procurement to build on recent progress and firmly establish a high‑performing, commercially focused procurement function. Following a successful period of interim leadership, this role provides the opportunity to embed stability, strengthen governance, and elevate maturity across a high‑volume, fast‑paced operational environment. Reporting to the Finance Director, the Head of Procurement will act as a trusted strategic partner, balancing pace and prioritisation with robust control, compliance, and risk management. The role will introduce more streamlined, commercially astute ways of working, ensuring procurement enables, rather than constrains, the business. This role will suit a confident, hands‑on procurement leader who thrives on embedding improvement, leading capable teams, and driving tangible commercial impact within a nationally significant business. Key deliverables within the first 12 months include: Stabilise, embed, and further develop the Procurement team, building on recent progress to grow capability, create clarity of purpose, and instil confidence through clear leadership, direction, and accountability. Strengthen procurement processes and ways of working, improving governance, pace, and effectiveness while introducing more streamlined, commercially astute approaches that enable the business to better leverage opportunity. Act as a trusted strategic partner to the Finance Director, operating as a key “right‑hand” advisor with responsibility for managing procurement‑related risk, ensuring appropriate controls, and supporting sound decision‑making across the business. Essential Hard Skills (Skills & Experience) § MCIPS qualified § Proven experience of operating in a highly regulated industry such as Rail, Transportation, Energy, Aerospace, Nuclear. § Experience of the full procurement lifecycle, including running tenders, supplier engagement, tender evaluations, contract negotiations, contract management, etc. § Robust knowledge of public procurement obligations, audit requirements and governance frameworks. Experience of running procurement tenders under either UCR 2016 or Procurement Act 2023 regulations. § Able to challenge ways of working and implement practical improvements to processes, systems and behaviours, whilst maintaining trust and engagement. § Able to demonstrate leadership of either a comparable function, successful deputisation for a ‘Head of’ or evidence of leading on similar challenges. Essential Soft Skills (Attributes & Behaviours) § Ability to empower and lead a team and function through transformation. § Resilient and able to operate effectively in an agile environment. § Inspirational, ability to bring the team on a positive journey of change § Strong commercial acumen § Gravitas, with the ability to build trust and credibility at all levels. Working Arrangements & Location: Hybrid working available; however, it is expected that the candidates are visible leaders at the West Midlands HQ 3 days a week. Search timescale Agreement Stage Agreed Date Situational Discovery (Role Scoping Meeting) Completed – 6th May 2026 Timescale Agreement & Delivery Plan - Issued to Client Completed – 8th May 2026 Candidate Opportunity Briefing Document – Client Sign Off Completed – 11th May 2026 Search ‘Go Live’ 11th May 2026 Mid-Search Review / Progress Update Meeting with Client 29th May 2026 Shortlist Presentation & Review Meeting with Client. 12th June 2026 First Stage interviews between Candidates & Client. 15th June 2026 Psychometric Assessment (If applicable) N/A Final Stage Interviews between Candidates & Client WC 22nd June 2026 Decision to offer successful candidate WC 22nd June 2026 Likely Candidate Start Date 3-month notice – Sept 2026 Mid Notice Engagement Session between Candidate & Client July 2026 Ford & Stanley Executive Search Pre-Submission Process: First Engagement: A short engagement and introductory conversation to position the opportunity, gauge the candidate's early interest level, and arrange a time and date for a more detailed discussion. NDA sent (if applicable) upon receipt of signed NDA - Candidate Opportunity Brief shared Candidate Discovery: An open, conversational and consultative discussion where candidates and the executive search consultant explore and discuss the opportunity brief. Candidates are assessed on their suitability for the role in the context of the key essentials and challenged on how the opportunity lines up with their career aspirations, motivations, financial expectations and personal circumstance. The search consultant will utilise the information captured during candidate discovery to start to build your profile on suitability. Recommendations may be made at this point for adjustments or updates to your CV. The ‘shortlist’: Shortlisted candidates, having taken time to reflect on the opportunity and undertake subsequent research on the clients business are reengaged where they are asked to provide additional specific information on their suitability (if/where applicable). Final checks of key notes, package details and logistical alignments made. Finishing touches are then made to your profile prior to submission along with our notes and recommendations. Our Client Business’s Interview Process: 1st Stage interview: Face-to-face interview with the Finance Director and the Head of Strategy. 2nd Stage interview: Face-to-face interview with 2 chosen Head of functions. Good to know: The Head of Procurement will be accountable for the mentorship and development of a capable Procurement and Property team, comprised of 12 heads. The business navigates a deeply regulated procurement environment with long lead times, and therefore, they are looking for someone to bring continuity to the function. The Head of Procurement is also accountable for property and facilities There is a continued focus on ensuring all procurement activities meet regulatory and internal governance requirements, including the owning group’s Procurement Policy, Code of Conduct, Procurement Act 2023, and obligations under additional legislation. There is a significant opportunity to shape and leave a lasting impact on both the function and the wider business. The company is clear about the scale of transformation required and ambitious in what it needs to deliver, with strong senior leadership backing and the necessary tools and support in place to enable success. A strong, welcoming team feeling is clear, making it obvious the business is all striving for the same outcome and on the same journey. Energy and pride are in abundance within the team and wider business; the people make it a special and unique place to work. Key Responsibilities: Strategic Procurement Leadership Lead the development and delivery of the Procurement strategy aligned to business objectives and policies, embedding sustainability and ethical practices. Work to enhance commercial outcomes across all categories of spend, identifying opportunities to secure value and improve contract effectiveness and ensuring benefits are tracked and assured. Provide advice and guidance on tendering, negotiations, contract management and supplier performance and act as procurement workstream lead for key business-critical projects (including Business Plan Commitments), including attendance at Portfolio Board. Develop knowledge of key supply markets and suppliers to support effective procurement, sustained performance across outsourced services and the delivery of value for money Compliance and Assurance Ensure all procurement activities meet regulatory and internal governance requirements, including group policy, Code of Conduct, Procurement Act 2023, and obligations under additional legislation with the Secretary of State. Maintain strong assurance standards, robust audit trails and transparent processes to meet internal, DfT and external audit requirements and support reviews, audits and assurance activity as required. Maintain and develop targeted monitoring and reporting of key procurement activities and compliance metrics, and ensure financial and operational risks are appropriately escalated, monitored and mitigated. Supplier & Contract Management Understand the company’s supply chain, determine key suppliers and produce supplier relationship plans. Strengthen supplier performance through robust KPIs, performance monitoring and proactive engagement. Promote effective, consistent contract management discipline across the company and ensure clear ownership of contract management, performance monitoring and change control. Property Direct and support the delivery of facilities and property from initial lease of premises to planned and preventive maintenance for all aspects of the company’s scope of operations. Maintain statutory, health & safety and compliance standards across the company’s estate. Leadership Lead, support and develop the Procurement and Property team, building capability and talent development, confidence and professional expertise. Foster collaborative relationships across the business, promoting commercial awareness and stakeholder engagement. Champion continuous improvement, data quality and best-practice procurement. Operating in a High-Scrutiny Environment Navigate complex governance, audit processes and multi‑stakeholder oversight with professionalism and resilience. Provide concise, evidence‑based insights and recommendations to senior leadership. Build productive relationships with DfT, parent group and other external bodies. Budget & Supporting benefits: Competitive (Please reach out to Emma Barlow for full breakdown of package available) Executive Search Delivery Team: Billy Jackson – Principal Consultant: (Client Recommendations/Advisory, Offer Negotiations, Consulting, Networking) Emma Barlow – Senior Associate: (Network, Research, Search, Interviews, Market intelligence, Longlisting, Shortlisting, Headhunting) Ralitsa Kuzeva – Executive Assistant: (Data, diary management and coordination) About Ford & Stanley Executive Search: Please see supporting appendix: Executive Search Candidate Journey Ford & Stanley Talent Services Group Ltd is a Disability Confident employer that is committed to a policy of equal opportunities for all opportunity seekers. We shall adhere to such a policy at all times and will review on an on-going basis all aspects of recruitment to avoid unlawful or undesirable discrimination. We will treat everyone equally irrespective sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, age, disability, colour, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief or political beliefs and we place an obligation upon all staff to respect and act in accordance with the policy. Services advertised by Ford & Stanley Executive Search are that of an executive search and talent advisory business

About the Business An excellent opportunity to join an established, globally backed manufacturing business as a Financial Controller, offering a salary of £70,000 – £80,000 with hybrid working, based in Smethwick. Part of an international group operating across more than 30 countries, the UK operation combines a sales office with fully operational warehousing, manufacturing facilities, and an in-house transport fleet. With turnover of approximately £30m, this is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of the UK finance function while partnering closely with senior leadership. The role also offers a clear progression route to Finance Director, with the current postholder planning for retirement in the coming years. Main Duties: As Financial Controller, your responsibilities will include: • Taking full ownership of the UK finance function and overseeing the day-to-day finance team, • Preparing monthly management accounts, including P&L, balance sheet and cash flow reporting, with meaningful commentary and variance analysis, • Producing annual statutory accounts under FRS 102 and acting as the lead contact during the year-end audit process, • Submitting group reporting packs in accordance with parent company deadlines, including IFRS consolidation requirements, • Managing budgeting, forecasting and rolling cash flow processes across the UK business, • Overseeing stock accounting, inventory valuation and margin analysis within a stockholding environment, • Managing treasury activities, FX exposure and intercompany reconciliations across the wider group, • Ensuring a strong financial control environment, embedding SOX-style controls and adherence to group policies, • Coordinating VAT, corporation tax and statutory submissions, supported by external advisors where required, • Supervising payroll, credit control and purchase ledger functions, • Partnering with the UK Managing Director and commercial teams to support pricing, profitability analysis and strategic decision-making, • Driving continuous improvement across finance systems, reporting and operational processes Location / Office / Culture The role is based in Smethwick with a hybrid working arrangement, easily accessible from Birmingham, West Bromwich, Wolverhampton, Walsall, Dudley and the wider Black Country area. You’ll be part of a busy and collaborative operational site where warehousing, manufacturing and sales functions operate together, giving finance a highly visible and valued role within the business. What We Are Looking For The successful candidate will ideally have: • ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualification, or be a strong Qualified by Experience candidate who has operated successfully at this level, • Previous experience as a Financial Controller, Finance Manager or lead finance professional, ideally within manufacturing, distribution, industrial or stockholding SME environments, • Strong technical accounting knowledge, particularly UK GAAP (FRS 102), with IFRS exposure advantageous due to group reporting requirements, • Experience within stock-heavy environments, with a strong understanding of inventory accounting, margin control and associated financial processes, • Experience working within an international group structure, including consolidation reporting and intercompany accounting, • Strong systems capability, including advanced Excel skills and a proactive approach to process improvement, • A practical, commercially minded approach with the ability to balance operational detail and strategic oversight, • Excellent communication skills, with the confidence to engage senior stakeholders while building strong relationships across the wider business Why Join the business • Support and stability from a well-established international group, • A varied and hands-on role covering technical accounting, operational finance and commercial business partnering, • Direct exposure to both UK leadership and overseas group management, • The opportunity to influence systems, reporting and the wider finance function, • Hybrid working arrangement, • Clear progression pathway to Finance Director, • Ongoing support and handover from the current Finance Director About Us We are a local accountancy recruitment specialist. We appreciate that roles are often online for a long period of time. If you want to check if this role is still live or just want more details before applying, call us directly. Ref: DT69696

Our client is a not-for-profit social enterprise supporting NHS GP out of hours and urgent primary care services in the Midlands. Rated as 'Outstanding' by the CQC, they have built a respected reputation throughout the region. As Performance, Insight & Reporting Manager you will support the Director of Performance & Delivery in the strategic delivery of various data analytics, KPI metrics and insight reporting to regulatory / statutory bodies. Client Details NHS Organisation Description Key Responsibilities: Leadership of the Performance Function: Provide day-to-day leadership and coordination of the Performance team, ensuring high standards of accuracy, insight and delivery. Lead the development and improvement of performance reporting frameworks, KPIs, dashboards and monitoring tools. Ensure high-quality data assurance, governance and validation processes are in place. Lead the modernisation of performance reporting by introducing digital, automated and innovative solutions that enhance efficiency and provide real-time insight.Directorate Support & Cross-Functional Working: Work collaboratively with Heads of Department to ensure performance insight and systems support operational effectiveness and digital delivery. Support strategic and operational planning through provision of analysis, insight and performance intelligence. Provide cross-functional coordination, joining up data, systems and operational processes to enable improved service delivery.Performance, Quality & Compliance: Oversee compliance monitoring and evidence gathering required for contractual, regulatory and statutory bodies (e.g., NHS England, ICBs, CQC). Ensure organisational policies, processes and standards are followed and regularly reviewed. Produce high-quality performance, assurance and compliance reporting for senior leadership, committees and external stakeholders.Audit, Risk & Assurance: Lead the audit programme covering quality improvement audits, national/local audits and responsive audits arising from incidents. Ensure audit outcomes translate into actionable improvement plans and monitor delivery to completion. Support organisational risk management processes by providing analysis, evidence and assurance as required.Programme & Project Support: Support the Director in delivering key strategic and operational programmes across the directorate. Lead assigned projects and workstreams, ensuring progress, risk management, delivery and evaluation. Provide data, insight, problem-solving and assurance support to cross-departmental projects. Develop digital dashboards and analytical tools that provide clear oversight of programme, project and service activity.Relationship Management & Communication Build effective, collaborative relationships across the Directorate and wider organisation, and maintain strong, constructive partnerships with external stakeholders involved in quality and performance oversight, including ICBs, CQC and NHS England. Present performance and improvement information clearly to colleagues at all levels, adapting style to audience. Work closely with internal and external stakeholders to support compliance, reporting and assurance requirements.People Leadership & Culture: Provide day-to-day line management and development for Performance and Delivery team members. Promote a culture of collaboration, accountability and high performance across the Directorate. Support staff in developing skills in data interpretation, systems use and improvement methodologies.Profile Key Skills & Experience: Degree or equivalent professional qualification in a relevant field (e.g., Health Management, Business, Data Analytics, Public Health). Evidence of continuous professional development relevant to performance, quality, or data management. Understanding of healthcare systems, NHS structures, and regulatory frameworks (CQC, ICBs, NHS England). Experience working with digital reporting tools and dashboards. Experience in data analysis, insight generation, and performance reporting to support decision making. Experience in compliance, audit, or assurance aligned with statutory, regulatory, or contractual requirements. Experience in project/programme management, including planning, risk management, and delivery of transformation initiatives Qualification or formal training in data, analytics, or performance measurement Advanced training or certification in data tools (e.g. Power BI, Tableau, SQL) Leadership or people management qualification Job Offer Opportunity to work with Senior Management on Data & Reporting Initiatives Opportunity to support on implementing Power BI & advanced analytics

Head of Damp, Mould and Disrepair Interim contract | Immediate start £630 per day Inside IR35 (via umbrella) Hybrid working CVs are being reviewed immediately and interviews will be taking place week commencing 18 May 2026 This is a rare and urgent opportunity for an experienced leader to step into a highly visible interim role at a time when performance, compliance and pace really matter. As Head of Damp, Mould and Disrepair, you will report directly into the Assistant Director and take full ownership of a critical service area, leading 10 staff and overseeing delivery across directly employed teams and multiple contractors. This role carries real influence. You will be accountable for driving standards, improving outcomes and ensuring the organisation meets its statutory responsibilities under Awaab’s Law and wider disrepair legislation. If you thrive in complex environments, enjoy leading through challenge and want an interim role with genuine impact, this is one to act on quickly. Your role as Head of Damp, Mould and Disrepair: • Lead and inspire a specialist team, setting clear direction and accountability • Own service delivery across damp, mould and disrepair, managing in‑house teams and contractors • Ensure compliance with Awaab’s Law, housing legislation and statutory requirements • Drive robust governance, accurate record keeping and audit‑ready processes • Work closely with senior stakeholders to manage risk, performance and improvement plans Your previous experience as Head of Damp, Mould and Disrepair: • Senior leadership experience within housing, property or asset management services • In‑depth knowledge of Awaab’s Law, housing regulation and disrepair claims • Strong contractor management experience with a focus on quality and performance • Proven ability to stabilise and improve pressured services at pace • Confident operating at senior level, reporting into Assistant Director and Director roles Interviews will be led by the Assistant Director and the Director of Property Services and will focus heavily on your practical experience, legislative knowledge and ability to meet the demands of the role from day one. This Head of Damp, Mould and Disrepair assignment is moving quickly, with an immediate start available for the right interim. If you’re interested in discussing this opportunity in more detail, or know someone who would be a strong fit for the Head of Damp, Mould and Disrepair role, please apply today or get in touch directly. We offer a senior referral scheme upon successful placement, so recommendations are always welcome. Our clients are committed to building a diverse workforce and recruiting purely on skills and experience. Reasonable adjustments will be fully supported throughout the process

Financial Controller Location: Sandwell, West Midlands Salary: £80,000 - £90,000 p.a., plus benefits Working pattern: Full-time (On-site) SF Partners are partnering with a fast growing, privately owned manufacturing and distribution business that has become one of the major success stories within its sector. Over the last decade, the company has had year-on-year growth in revenue to become a successful multi-entity operation, and even more excitingly is now entering another significant phase of investment, expansion and operational development. The environment is entrepreneurial, fast paced and hands-on, offering the successful individual the opportunity to play a genuinely influential role within the business. The Financial Controller will report directly to the Managing Director where you will demonstrate a strong technical foundation alongside the ability to operate commercially and pragmatically within a growing business. You will need to be comfortable in a hands-on role whilst, providing accurate reporting to the Board of Directors for strategic decision making and leading the wider finance function. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual seeking a genuine leadership role within a dynamic and entrepreneurial business environment. Key Responsibilities will include: Financial Control & Reporting Production of accurate and timely monthly management accounts across multiple entities Ownership of month end close processes and balance sheet integrity Development of meaningful KPI reporting to support operational and commercial decision making Oversight of statutory reporting requirements and year end audit processes Responsibility for VAT, PAYE/NIC, Corporation Tax and wider compliance obligations Cashflow, Forecasting & Planning Ownership and continuous development of detailed 13 week cashflow forecasting Creation of rolling forecasts and working capital models Development and implementation of budgeting processes across the business Partnering with SLT and budget holders to improve forecasting accuracy and accountability Systems & Process Improvement Optimisation of ERP systems and financial processes to improve reporting capability and strengthen controls Development of scalable financial controls suitable for a high growth multi entity environment Identification and implementation of process improvements across finance operations Leadership Day to day leadership of the finance team including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable and Payroll Recruitment, mentoring and development of additional finance talent including Management Accountants Acting as a key finance contact across the wider business You will ideally possess: Fully qualified accountant status (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) Post qualification experience within SME or mid-sized business environments Previous experience operating within multi-entity businesses Preferably experienced in manufacturing and/or distribution environments Strong financial control and management reporting experience Experience improving systems, controls and finance processes within growing organisations A proactive and hands on approach with the ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced environment Strong communication skills – ability to build relationships across operational and senior leadership teams The ability to maintain a strategic overview whilst remaining close to operational detail Why Join? This is an opportunity to join a highly successful and rapidly growing business at a genuinely exciting stage of its journey. The role offers significant visibility across the organisation and the chance to work closely with senior leadership whilst playing a key role in shaping and strengthening the finance function. For an ambitious Financial Controller who enjoys operating within a fast paced and commercially driven environment, the position offers the opportunity to make a real impact, influence business decisions and build long term career progression as the organisation continues to scale. If this sounds like you, apply now

Building Safety Consultant £400 per day (Outside IR35) Location: Birmingham with occasional site travel Duration: 6 months (potential for extension) Would you thrive in a role that demands strong governance, stakeholder engagement, and insight into the Building Safety Act (BSA)? We are supporting a leading organisation operating across both the commercial and industrial sector to recruit a Building Safety Consultant. You will play a key role in integrating best practices and ensuring compliance across different business units. Your expertise will drive the development of reporting capabilities and support audit assurance activities. The successful Building Safety Consultant will: Lead the creation and maintenance of a centralised safety governance and compliance framework. Develop meaningful reporting tools to support stakeholder decision-making. Collaborate with IT/IS teams to embed safety data within infrastructure systems. Act as a key interface with internal teams to ensure audit readiness and assurance. Translate complex BSA requirements into operational practice and governance updates.The ideal candidate will have: Strong understanding of Building Safety Act (BSA) and its impacts on governance and ways of working. Proven experience working across multiple operational sectors, including commercial and industrial environments. Ability to communicate effectively with diverse internal stakeholders, including QSHE and project teams. Credibility in audit processes, reporting, and governance frameworks.This is an excellent opportunity to influence safety standards within a forward-looking organisation. For more information or to apply please contact Tom Hewat at or (phone number removed). Irwin and Colton are a specialist Health and Safety recruitment company, based in the South East of England we recruit across the UK. We recruit all roles in the health and safety industry from Health and Safety Manager, Health and Safety Director through to Health and Safety Advisor positions. Irwin and Colton 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 our website (url removed). Irwin and Colton is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion please let us know if we can do anything to make the process more accessible to you

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The GQRA/Internal Compliance Auditor will be responsible for carrying out a range of audits, assessments and inspections in line with business processes, quality management systems and HSEQ management systems, ensuring that the HSE Consultancy is operating in full compliance with the various standar

Technology Manufacturing / Advanced Hardware Environment.Are you an Operations Manager who enjoys bringing clarity, structure, and efficiency to complex engineering environments?.Do you thrive when building strong operational processes, improving quality systems, and leading teams delivering high-va

Acting as a trusted advisor to CFOs, Finance Directors and operational stakeholders.

Our client is a leading wealth management firm who are looking for an.This role plays a key part in supporting advisers to deliver consistently high standards of advice while developing their technical competence, confidence, and professional judgement.You’ll work closely with colleagues across co

Conduct departmental construction site audits, site inspections, contractor audits, and ensure implementation of ISO management systems. This is a Board visible position with progression opportunities to grow into a Director role. The role is part of a wider team of 10 and reports into the HSEQ Dire

Mechanical Project Manager (HVAC / Building Services).Please make an application promptly if you are a good match for this role due to high levels of interest.Remote + Hybrid + Flexible Hours + Car Allowance + Progression + Training + Company Benefits.Are you a Mechanical Project Manager or similar

Nordomatic are a global, dynamic, digital and ever-evolving company that think and acts in a sustainable and holistic way with over 50 years of experience & expertise.If you want to know about the requirements for this role, read on for all the relevant information.Our solutions help our custome

Please make an application promptly if you are a good match for this role due to high levels of interest.Meridian are working with a growing Electrical contractor that specialise in commercial projectsand fit-out services.As they continue to win and deliver projects they are looking for an experienc