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Procurement We bring the best from the global market into Sky - we buy technology, marketing, corporate, operational services and editorial production solutions. We are an international team working with our stakeholders our partners to curate the most effective and efficient customer-led operating model. High ethical standards are embeded in our team, and we engage our supply chains in creating a sustainable future. This is a pivotal role within the Group Procurement team, reporting directly to the Senior Procurement Manager. As Procurement Manager, you will assist with the procurement workstreams for Sky wide transformation programmes and business-as-usual (BAU) procurement operations. What you’ll do • Manage ongoing procurement operations, including:, • Sourcing and supplier support, • Approval flow updates, • Contract workflow management and audit support, • Procurement training, helpdesk queries, and Sky Spend maintenance, • Master data governance and critical supplier management, • Maintain and update key governance tools such as the Procurement Accountability Matrix and Business Continuity Plan., • Represent Procurement in cross-functional project governance and stakeholder forums, including Finance, Technology, Legal, and Accenture partners., • Assist the procurement implementation of Source to Pay (S2P) programmes, ensuring readiness across sourcing, supplier compliance, contract lifecycle management, purchasing, invoicing, and reporting., • Support key decisions and adoption of new policies, workflows, and tools. What you’ll bring Essential criteria: • Expertise with procurement tools, in particular Ariba, SAP and Oracle Fusion covering the Source to Contract process., • Understanding of end-to-end procurement processes including category management, sourcing, supplier compliance & management and contract lifecycle management., • Experience of managing operational responsibilities., • Good communication and influencing skills, with the ability to engage stakeholders across geographies and functions., • Demonstrated ability to manage projects., • Demonstrate the Sky values of Simplicity, Do the Right Thing, Creative and Welcoming. Benefits and perks There's one thing people can't stop talking about when it comes to life at Sky: the perks. Here’s a taster: • Free Sky TV, including Sky Sports and Sky Cinema, • Pension package with up to 9% employer contribution, • Private healthcare with mental health support, • Aviva Digital GP and dental insurance, • Discounts on Sky products, including Sky Mobile, Sky Broadband, Sky Glass and Sky Protect, • Sharesave and Tech schemes, • A range of Sky VIP rewards and experiences How you’ll work We've adopted a hybrid working approach to give more flexibility on where and how we work. The hybrid working expectations for this role are 3 days in the office per week. Your office base Osterley Our Sky Group HQ. Equipped with state-of-the-art technology and workspaces, there’s plenty of space to see your big ideas come to life. Here you’ll find 13 subsidised restaurants and cafes. You can re-energise at our gym, catch the latest films at our cinema, get your car washed and even get pampered at our beauty salon. Our Osterley Campus is just a 10-minute walk from Syon Lane train station, or you can get one of our free shuttle buses from Osterley, Gunnersbury and Ealing Broadway stations. Plus, there’s free onsite parking available for cars, motorbikes and bicycles. Who we are We’re Sky, a leading media and entertainment company who connect millions with entertainment, sports, news and arts through innovative products and services. Working with us means you’ll be bringing the joy of a better experience to more people, every day. All so we can do better and deliver better for our customers, colleagues and society. We’re an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We're a Disability Confident Accredited Employer, and welcome and encourage applications from all candidates. We will look to ensure a fair and consistent experience for all and will make reasonable adjustments to support you where appropriate. Please flag any adjustments you need as early as you can. Just so you know: if your application is successful, we’ll ask you to complete a criminal record check. And depending on the role you have applied for and the nature of any convictions you may have, we might have to withdraw the offer. To be eligible for this role you are required to have the appropriate right to work in the UK. Please be aware Sky does not offer sponsorship for this position. To find out more about working with us, search #LifeAtSky on social media. Please note: We reserve the right to close this advertisement at any time once we have received a sufficient number of applications

Senior Contracts Manager – Roofing Job Title: Senior Contracts Manager – Roofing Job reference Number: Industry Sector: Contracts Supervisor, Supervisor, Assistant Contracts Manager, Contracts Manager, Contracts Manager, Senior Contracts Manager, Commercial Manager, Operations Manager, Roofing Technician, Site Technician, Site Manager, Site Supervisor, Project Manager, Roofing, Refurbishment, Commercial Roofing, Commercial Roofs, Flat Roofing, Pitched Roofing Area to be covered: London & South East Office location: Kingston upon Thames Remuneration: £60,000 - £75,000 Benefits: £5000 car allowance, pension & 25 days annual leave The role of the Senior Contracts Manager – Roofing will involve: • Senior Contracts Manager positions dealing with the refurbishment of commercial flat & pitched roofing and cladding systems, • Manage construction contracts from award to completion, ensuring delivery on time, within budget, and to specification., • Lead and coordinate site operations, including subcontractors, labour, materials, and suppliers., • Control project finances, including budgets, forecasting, variations, invoicing, and profitability., • Ensure compliance with contract requirements, Health & Safety regulations, and quality standards., • Maintain strong client relationships while providing effective leadership, supervision, and development of site teams. The ideal applicant will be a Senior Contracts Manager – Roofing with: • Must have extensive roofing refurbishment/replacement experience as a Contract Manager, • Ideally worked on large scale projects, • Ideally have experience with JCT contracts, • Strong health & safety and quality management experience, • Proven experience managing teams of sub-contractors, • Sound understanding of Health & Safety legislation, • Positive attitude with a willingness to learn, • Resilient individual who can deal with queries in a professional manor, • Excellent communication across all levels both written and verbal, • IT literate (Microsoft Office), • Full UK driving license Mitchell Maguire is a specialist Construction Management Recruitment Consultancy, dealing exclusively with Construction Management Jobs, Construction Management vacancies and Construction Management Positions within: Contracts Supervisor, Supervisor, Assistant Contracts Manager, Junior Contracts Manager, Contracts Manager, Roofing Technician, Site Technician, Site Manager, Site Supervisor, Project Manager, Roofing, Refurbishment, Commercial Roofing, Commercial Roofs, Flat Roofing, Pitched Roofing

Electrical Commissioning Manager ( Data Centres ) - London - contract One of Europe's leading Building Services Commissioning management consultancies is urgently seeking an Electrical Commissioning Manager with good witnessing experience on a Data Centre project in London Job Purpose SummaryThe role of our commissioning managers is to see that building services systems will be, are or have been put... ZIPC1_UKTJ

Project Manager / Employers Agent (Cladding / Highrise)London / Sidcup / Hybrid£70 - 80kWe are working with a well-established and highly respected multi-disciplinary property and construction consultancy to recruit a Project Manager / Employers Agent to join their team in London.As a Project Manager / Employer's Agent, you will support the delivery of complex faade and cladding remediation schemes from inception through to completion. Acting as the client's representative, you'll coordinate project teams, manage procurement and construction activities, and ensure projects are delivered safely, compliantly, and efficiently. You will work closely with clients, contractors, fire engineers, faade specialists, and consultants, providing expert guidance throughout the project lifecycle.Key ResponsibilitiesLead and manage cladding remediation projects from initial brief through design, procurement, construction, and handoverAct as Employer's Agent and/or Contract Administrator under various forms of contract, predominantly JCTSupport clients in navigating building safety legislation and regulatory requirementsCoordinate multidisciplinary design teams, fire engineers, faade consultants, and contractorsDevelop and maintain project programmes, risk registers, and delivery plansMonitor project budgets, valuations, change control processes, and final accountsPrepare procurement documentation, tender evaluations, technical reports, and client updatesMonitor site progress, quality standards, compliance requirements, and health and safety obligationsWhat We're Looking ForExperience delivering or supporting cladding remediation, faade refurbishment, or building safety projectsBackground as a Project Manager, Employer's Agent, Quantity Surveyor, Building Surveyor, or similar construction professional within a Consultancy practiceUnderstanding of faade systems, fire safety requirements, and construction processes for residential buildingsExperience supporting procurement, contract administration, project delivery, or design coordinationWorking towards RICS APC or recently charteredExperience working within residential, housing association, or local authority sectorsKnowledge of the Building Safety Act 2022 and associated duty holder responsibilitiesUnderstanding of high-rise residential refurbishment projectsExperience or understanding in the following areas would be highly advantageous:Faade engineering and construction best practicePAS 9980:2022 assessmentsEWS1 processes and fire safety complianceBuilding Safety Act 2022 requirements, including Gateways, Golden Thread principles, and occupied building obligationsJCT contracts and Employer's Agent responsibilitiesThe successful candidate will join a consultancy that is investing heavily in its building safety and remediation offering, providing excellent opportunities for professional development, technical training, and long-term career progression.Whether you're progressing towards your APC or recently qualified, this role offers excellent exposure to technical building safety challenges, multidisciplinary project teams, and career development opportunities.Please apply online now or call Bianca on 07534924521.TPBN1_UKTJ

Senior Project Manager - Construction Consultancy Location: London (City / Shoreditch) Salary: £55,000 - £65,000 + benefits I am currently supporting a growing, forward-thinking construction consultancy that has built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality, sustainable projects across a diverse range of sectors. Over the past decade, the business has grown steadily through a genuine focus on quality, innovation, and investing in its people. They offer an environment where individuals are trusted, supported, and encouraged to contribute ideas - not just follow process. This opportunity would suit a Project Manager looking for greater exposure, more variety in their work, and a clear path for career progression. The Role You will join a collaborative London-based team, working across a wide range of projects including: Leisure, Residential, Hotels, Heritage, Arts & Culture etc. The role offers involvement across the full project lifecycle, from early-stage planning through to delivery. You'll take on a client-facing position, supporting and leading on key aspects of project delivery including: • Pre- and post-contract project management, • Stakeholder and design team coordination, • Programme and risk management, • Contract administration (JCT / NEC) About You • Minimum 4+ years' experience within a construction consultancy environment, • Strong understanding of project delivery and construction processes, • Experience working with JCT and/or NEC contracts, • Confident communicator with client-facing experience, • Organised, proactive, and commercially aware Ideally, you will be working towards a professional qualification such as MRICS, MCIOB, or APM, with full support provided. What's on Offer • Salary of £55,000 - £65,000 + benefits, • Exposure to a wide variety of projects and sectors, • Clear opportunities for career progression, • Support towards chartership and professional development, • A collaborative, supportive team environment This is an excellent opportunity for a Project Manager who wants to step into a role with more responsibility, broader project exposure, and the chance to grow within a well-regarded consultancy. If you're interested in learning more, please get in touch. Carriera Limited values diversity and promotes equality and no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010. We welcome applications from all sections of society and are open to discussing any reasonable adjustments or additional arrangements you may require to support your application. All applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. When advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business for the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003. All applications will be held in strict confidence and in accordance with our privacy policy .

Sales Manager - UK (Hydraulic Control Valves)We are seeking an experienced Sales Manager to lead the development and expansion of our client's hydraulic control valves business across the UK. This is a high-impact role focused on driving market entry, building strategic relationships, and delivering sustainable revenue growth within the waterworks and oil & gas sectors.The RoleYou will take ownership of the UK market strategy, identifying and securing new business opportunities while strengthening relationships with key clients, distributors, and EPC contractors. Working closely with engineering and operations teams, you will ensure the successful delivery of technically robust and commercially competitive solutions.Key Responsibilitiesp]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0'> Develop and execute a UK market entry and growth strategy for hydraulic control valves.p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0'> Identify, target, and secure new business opportunities across waterworks and oil & gas sectors.p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0'> Build and manage a strong pipeline of projects and clients nationwide.p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0'> Establish and grow relationships with key accounts, distributors, and EPC contractors.p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0'> Deliver high-quality technical and commercial proposals aligned with customer specifications.p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0'> Negotiate contracts and commercial agreements to drive revenue growth.p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0'> Collaborate with internal engineering and operations teams to ensure successful project delivery.p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0'> Represent the company at industry events, exhibitions, and client meetings.About Youp]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0'> Proven experience in technical sales within hydraulic systems, valves, or related fluid control technologies.p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0'> Strong track record in business development and market expansion within the UK.p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0'> Experience working with water utilities or oil & gas operators, or EPC contractors.p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0'> Skilled in key account management, negotiation, and contract management.p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0'> Commercially driven with the ability to sell high-value engineered solutions.TPBN1_UKTJ

Manager - Our Place and Our Voice Pay: £37,650 - £41,250 per annum, pro rata Hours: Part-time. 28 hours a week Work Pattern: Spread across Monday to Saturday (mostly Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm, with occasional Saturday work to support events and projects) Contract Period: Permanent Location:AoD Our Place Project, Normand Croft Community School, Lillie Road, London SW6 7SR About Action on Disability Act... ZIPC1_UKTJ

Senior Business Change Manager - Bids - INSIDE IR35 - Remote Our client, a leading professional services company, are recruiting for a Senior Business Change Manager with Bids experience to join the team on a contract basis Inside IR35 / Remote Senior Business Change Manager - MUST HAVE EXPERIENCE WORKING ON BIDS / RFP / RFIs The Senior Business Change Manager is responsible for leading and managing the successful delivery of business change initiatives across the organisation, developing and implementing change management strategies, ensuring that all stakeholders are engaged and that the change is successfully implemented • Significant experience in change management, including large, complex programmes., • Strong stakeholder management skills, with experience of managing relationships with senior stakeholders., • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to present complex information in a clear and concise manner., • Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to motivate and develop team members., • Experience of working in a complex, fast-paced environment., • Knowledge of project management methodologies such as Agile, PRINCE2, MSP or PMP Please apply! Guidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Project Manager - Regulatory Change Hybrid (UK-based) £450-£500 per day (inside IR35) 6 Month Contract (initial term with potential extension) The Opportunity We are seeking a Project Manager to support the delivery of regulatory change initiatives within a complex, fast-paced environment. This role will sit within a broader change function and focus on projects related to regulatory reporting, operational readiness, and cross-functional delivery. You will play a key role in coordinating activity across multiple teams, helping to ensure the successful delivery of change initiatives impacting business, operations, and technology functions. Key Responsibilities • Deliver end-to-end project management across regulatory change initiatives, • Coordinate activity across technology, operations, and reporting teams, • Support the development and implementation of new or enhanced regulatory reports, • Drive operational readiness for change delivery, • Track and manage risks, milestones, and status reporting using established project tools, • Ensure strong stakeholder engagement across business areas including global markets and/or payments, • Maintain governance standards and provide regular updates to senior stakeholdersWhat We're Looking For, • Proven experience delivering project management in a change environment, • Experience working on regulatory, reporting, or operational change initiatives, • Ability to manage cross-functional stakeholders across business, operations, and technology, • Strong organisational skills with experience tracking risks, milestones, and delivery progress, • Comfortable working in structured governance environments and project frameworks, • Experience within financial services or similarly regulated environments is beneficialWhy Apply?, • Opportunity to work on high-impact regulatory change projects, • Exposure to complex, cross-functional delivery, • Collaborative and evolving environment with potential for contract extension

Project Manager - Service Transition 6-Month Contract | 6-Month Contract | London, Birmingham, Manchester or Sheffield We're currently looking for an experienced Service Transition Project Manager to join a major telecoms programme on a 6-month contract. This role is focused on ensuring the smooth transition of services into live operation, working across delivery, operations, and suppliers to ensure services are fully operational, resilient, and ready from day one. Key Responsibilities • Lead end-to-end service transition and introduction, • Drive operational readiness, service acceptance, and handover, • Manage plans, risks, dependencies, and governance (RAID), • Coordinate internal teams, customers, and suppliers, • Translate project outputs into support models, SLAs/OLAs, and runbooks Key Experience Required • Strong Project/Programme Management background, • Proven experience in Service Transition / Service Introduction, • Experience delivering in complex, multi-stakeholder environments, • Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, • Knowledge of operational readiness and live service environments Nice to Have • Telecoms, infrastructure, or managed services experience, • ITIL, PRINCE2, MSP or equivalent If the role aligns with your experience, please apply with your updated CV

SC Cleared - Category Manager (Procurement) - Inside IR35 - Hybrid 2/3 days per week Leading finance house are looking for a talent and driven Commercial Category manager, this role will form part of a high performing support function enabling stakeholders to deliver commercial activity from the standard Hardware & software activities to incude negotiating with key suppliers to drive continuous improvements in a dynamic, fast paced and positive working environment. Delivering value is at the heart of our commercial mission and we need you. You will be responsible for: • Delivering end to end commercial support in order to maintain a comprehensive procurement pipeline., • Working with stakeholders to agree & prioritise commercial activity alongside ensuring optimum collaboration and delivery., • Supporting to deliver end-to-end sourcing as defined and agreed within the pipeline, chairing workshops to agree strategies., • Working with Finance to identify and realise benefits within both procurements and awarded contracts., • Making efficient and consistent use of eProcurement systems., • Driving sustainability in the category, working closely with Subject Matter Specialists to identify opportunities., • Identifying and driving savings and efficiencies., • Maintaining commercial trackers including but not limited to: waivers, savings, project pipelines, contract records and sourcing events on the Procurement e-portal., • Ensuring information flows (e.g. supplier intelligence) and communication channels between Procurement and the business are maintained. Knowledge, Skills and Experiencerequired • Experience of building a robust commercial pipeline of activity including identifying routes to market and opportunities, • You will have run/supported in the running of technology procurements., • Strong Experience in running a pipeline of commercial activity, delivering innovative commercial solutions through the application of strategic sourcing techniques and use of relevant systems in the Technology category., • Experience of PCR-level public procurement, including using public-sector frameworks., • Experience of working in a customer focused environment on whole project life cycles operating in an ever changing and fast paced environment., • MCIPS qualification (or working towards) Apply now to speak with VIQU IT in confidence. Or reach out to Donna Lenihan via the VIQU IT website. Do you know someone great? We’ll thank you with up to £1,000 if your referral is successful (terms apply). For more exciting roles and opportunities like this, please follow us on LinkedIn @VIQU IT Recruitment

To see more Chinese jobs please follow us on WeChat: teamchinapf AND pfteamchina Ref: 23329 The Skills You'll Need: Fluent Mandarin and English. Degrees in Telecommunication/Computing Engineering, or related subjects. Hands-on experience in Telecom network / DICT products Your New Salary: Highly competitive, depending on experience Job status: Permanent, hybrid working with 2 days WFH (subject to approval) Location: Central London Solution Manager - Summary: • Work as part of Operations Support team to provide technical solution for company’s Products and Services, including Telecom services, DICT services, to Enterprise and Carrier customers. Involve in all pre-sale lifecycle, including attending pre-sale technical meetings, gathering requirements, and providing solutions on time. Provide technical support during the implementation stage, including provisioning and coordinating with vendor where necessary. Provide technical support for after-sales services where required., • The main role of this position is to design and deliver DICT and Telecom network projects. The role holder will design DICT and Telecom network solutions for our customer and provide pre-sales solutions, implementation, and maintenance. As a part of this team, the ideal candidate would design, develop, and manage customer projects according to customer technical requirements. Solution Manager - What You'll be Doing: • Listen and understand the technical requirements of the customer, reading between the lines to build a solution that outperforms the competitor's offering., • Apply technical knowledge to analyze, investigate and resolve assigned project challenges., • Preparing projects required documentation and reports to a high standard for all phases of the project., • Participate in system level design reviews, and program management reviews to assess design maturity, requirements compliance and to provide informed technical recommendations to the customer. Solution Manager - The Skills You'll Need to Succeed: • Fluent in spoken and written Mandarin and English., • Bachelor's degree or above in Telecommunication/Computing Engineering related subjects., • Professional Qualification on MCP, Citrix, CCNP, HCIP, VMware VCP and RHCSA will be preferred., • Solid experience in IT/Telecom markets, • Hands-on experiences in Telecom network, DICT products. Good project management skill and communication skills., • DICT products & solutions skills: LAN, WLAN, Public/Private Cloud, Firewall, Server, Storage, Phone system, Video Conference and Surveillance system. Telcom network products, leased line, IP Transit., • Problem solving - ability to use skillset to solve challenges / issues., • Commercial awareness - ability to compare solutions to find best fit from technical and commercial perspective., • Commitment to personal development – pushes to improve skillset/stay up to date in their field., • Good communication skills, work well with customers and colleagues., • Candidates with less experience will be considered for a junior position. Please view all our Team China jobs at people-first-recruitment Please follow us on Linkedin: people-first-team-china We would be grateful if you could send your CV as a Word document. If your application is successful, you will be contacted within 7 days. We regret that due to the high volume of applications we receive we cannot provide feedback on individual CVs. Please note that we can only consider candidates who are eligible to work in the UK and are able to provide relevant supporting documentation. People First is committed to increasing diversity, and maintaining an inclusive workplace culture. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of their ethnicity, race, gender, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, age, marital status or whether or not they have a disability. People First (Recruitment) Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent and fixed term contract recruitment and as an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Please note that by applying for this job you accept our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy which can be found on our website.

Project Manager (Contract) Day Rate: £420-£450 per day (Inside IR35)Location: London (Hybrid - 2-3 days onsite)Contract: Initial 4 months (strong likelihood of extension)Essential Experience: Guidewire and London Market Insurance We are looking for an experienced Project Manager to support planning and delivery of a multi-release Guidewire programme. Key Responsibilities • Define release strategy and multi-release roadmap, • Conduct scenario and what-if analysis on timelines and costs, • Align delivery plans to business case and benefits, • Manage budgets, planning, and resource forecasts, • Maintain risk, dependency and governance controls Apply If you have strong delivery experience across Guidewire programmes and insurance transformation, apply now for immediate consideration.

Project Manager - SAS Migration (Insurance Essential) £400 per day inside IR35 - 6-month rolling contract Location: London (Hybrid - 2-3 days per week) Contract Please Read Before Applying Required: SAS / cloud migration delivery (SAS (Statistical Analysis System) is a software platform used for data analysis, reporting, and analytics) This role is NOT suitable for: • Pure IT project managers with no Insurance / Financial Services / Banking background, • Candidates without SAS or application migration experience The Opportunity We are working with a key consultancy client, supporting a prominent organisation within the insurance market, who are undergoing a major transformation programme across their core finance and technology landscape. They are looking to appoint an experienced Project Manager to lead delivery across a business-critical SAS migration, focused on applications and treasury/payment systems. The Role You will play a key role in delivering a complex migration programme, ensuring the smooth transition of critical systems into a modernised SAS environment. Key responsibilities include: • Leading SAS migration projects across core business applications, • Managing end-to-end delivery including planning, execution, and stakeholder alignment, • Working closely with finance and treasury teams on system transformation, • Overseeing integration and migration of payment and cash management platforms (e.g. Bank Wizard or similar), • Navigating delivery in a highly regulated, business-critical environment What We're Looking For • Proven track record delivering SAS migration programmes, • Experience working on application or system migrations, • Strong stakeholder management across business and technology teams Why This Role? • Opportunity to work on a high-profile transformation programme, • Engage with core financial systems that underpin business operations, • Join a consultancy delivery team supporting a leading insurance organisation, • Strong potential for extension and further programme involvement Apply Now If you meet the criteria and are looking for your next contract within the insurance space: Apply today or reach out for a confidential conversation. Strong candidates will be contacted quickly - this is a priority hire.

Role: Assistant Category Director for Estates, Facilities and Corporate Services Role Type: 12 month FTC (possible permanent) Location: London Salary: £88,250 per annum Overview This role will be key in supporting the Categories Director implement a Category Management methodology to develop ambitious 3 - 5 year category strategies and category plans. The role is key to driving savings and revenue generation activity as the category strategies and plans will be instrumental in maximising regional and national activity and provide strategic Estates Facilities & Corporate Services procurement expertise. Job Main Duties and Responsibilities • In conjunction with the Category Director to develop the commercial strategic direction of the Estates Facilities & Corporate Services workstream in order to implement their strategy and vision., • Develop Category Management methodology across the workstream in order to produce ambitious 3– 5year category strategies and plans that anticipate as well as respond to external challenges at a regional and national level to help achieve their financial targets., • Lead the Estates Facilities & Corporate Services category team setting the overall direction and strategy and acting as a role model in support of organisational purpose, vision, values, objectives and behaviour., • Presents the client as a progressive, proactive, responsive and innovative organisation with a purpose to improve peoples’ lives through the delivery of best in class procurement, with an ambition to reach ‘world-class’., • Ensure that the procurement process is compliant with all statutory requirements as well as relevant local policies / standards / procedures., • Develop strong relationships with client networks over time in order to generate commercial opportunities, Qualifications/Experience • MBA / Degree or equivalent qualification or in-depth senior level experience, • Recognised continuing Corporate development at advanced and very senior, • manager level, • Member of Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS) or appropriate Corporate institute, • Understanding of NHS or wider public procurement and commercial world, • Significant and extensive senior purchasing experience in a senior procurement and supply chain role, in the public sector, • Advanced supplier and contract negotiation experience. Managing supplier and stakeholder relationships, • Senior specialist in European tendering, • Proven track record of ability to deliver against targets, • Experience of project managing complex procurement activities from initial planning to contract award, • Demonstrable experience of Estates Facilities & Corporate Services operations

Programme Manager – Identity Governance & Administration (IGA) - Contract - London (Hybrid)Location: Waterside – Hybrid (3 days onsite)Contract: Initial 3–6 month contract with potential extensionStart Date: ASAPRate: Competitive market ratesWe are looking for an experienced Project / Programme Manager to lead a global Identity Governance & Administration (IGA) implementation programme.This role will focus on delivering a new strategic identity solution across a large and complex organisation, working closely with technical teams, stakeholders and delivery partners to ensure successful implementation.Responsibilities • Lead the delivery of a global IGA programme, • Manage third-party delivery partners and internal teams, • Drive Joiner, Mover and Leaver (JML) process design, • Oversee integrations across HR systems, Active Directory/Entra and security platforms, • Support application onboarding and access governance activities, • Manage programme plans, risks and stakeholder reporting, • Work closely with business and technical stakeholders throughout deliveryDesired Skills, • Experience delivering IGA solutions such as:, • One Identity, • SailPoint, • Saviynt, • Strong Project or Programme Management experience, • Experience managing large-scale technology programmes, • Strong stakeholder management skills, • Understanding of identity and access management principles, • Prince2, PMP, MSP or equivalent qualifications preferredDesirable, • Experience with One Identity Identity Manager, • Retail or Financial Services experience, • Knowledge of cloud identity platforms and security environmentsPackage, • Competitive market rates, • Initial 3–6 month contract, • Potential contract extension, • Hybrid working (3 days onsite), • Opportunity to join a major identity transformation programme

Media Business Analyst • Contract: Initial 6 months, • Location: London - Hybrid (3 days onsite, Thursday anchor day), • Daily Rate: Inside IR35 We are excited to offer an opportunity for an experienced Media Business Analyst to join a major transformation programme focused on modernising and monetising video production and content distribution capabilities for one of the world's most respected media organisations. This role is crucial in shaping the future across production facilities, content workflows, media asset management, editing, archiving, distribution, and monetisation. Day-to-day of the role: • Elicit, analyse, and document business requirements across media production and content distribution workflows., • Create detailed As-Is and To-Be process maps., • Facilitate workshops, requirements sessions, and stakeholder reviews., • Produce business process documentation, use cases, user stories, and acceptance criteria., • Support business case development and solution evaluation., • Analyse and optimise end-to-end content supply chains., • Support design of workflows covering content ingest, production, post-production, asset management, storage, distribution, and archiving., • Identify opportunities for workflow automation and operational efficiencies., • Build relationships across Editorial, Technology, Commercial, Data Privacy, and Operations teams., • Navigate a complex stakeholder landscape, facilitating decision-making across multiple business functions., • Drive communication and alignment throughout project delivery., • Work closely with product, engineering, and delivery teams throughout implementation., • Support UAT planning and execution., • Ensure delivered solutions meet operational and business requirements., • Help drive adoption of new tools and ways of working. Required Skills & Qualifications: • 5+ years' experience as a Business Analyst with a strong business analysis background., • Significant experience in the media industry, supporting broadcasters, publishers, news organisations, streaming providers, production companies, or post-production environments., • Good understanding of media production workflows, post-production processes, Media Asset Management (MAM), Production Asset Management (PAM), digital content distribution, metadata management, video editing workflows, content storage, and archive strategies., • Experience with digital transformation projects, ideally involving cloud migration programmes, modernisation of media production platforms, and migration from on-premise to cloud-native workflows., • Experience with technologies such as LucidLink, Iconik, Adobe production environments, or similar platforms is advantageous., • Excellent requirements gathering, documentation skills, and strong process modelling experience., • Workshop facilitation and stakeholder management expertise., • Experience working within Agile delivery environments. Personal Attributes: • Proactive and self-starting, comfortable operating with limited direction., • A confident stakeholder manager, strong at building consensus across diverse groups., • Commercially aware, collaborative, and pragmatic., • Comfortable challenging and influencing where required., • Able to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical audiences. To apply for this Media Business Analyst position, please submit your CV and a member of the Talent team will be in touch.

Corporate Travel Manager (12-Month Fixed-Term Contract)Location: Central London (Hybrid Working)Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 per annumContract: 12-Month Fixed-Term ContractAbout the OpportunityWe are seeking an experienced Corporate Travel Manager to lead an exciting proof-of-concept project within a global organisation. This newly created role offers the opportunity to establish and shape an in-house travel function from the ground up, creating the systems, processes and operational framework that will support future growth.Initially, you will provide a dedicated travel management service for the organisation's senior leadership team, ensuring seamless, high-touch travel arrangements and exceptional stakeholder support. Subject to the success of the project, the function may be expanded to support the wider business nationally or globally.This is a unique opportunity for a travel professional who enjoys building processes, driving efficiencies and delivering a first-class executive travel experience.Key Responsibilities • Establish and implement an in-house corporate travel function., • Develop and document travel policies, procedures and standard operating processes., • Evaluate, recommend and implement appropriate travel booking systems and tools., • Manage all travel requirements for the senior leadership team, including complex international itineraries., • Coordinate flights, accommodation, ground transportation, visas and other travel-related services., • Provide proactive travel support, including itinerary management, schedule changes and travel disruption resolution., • Build relationships with key travel suppliers and external partners., • Monitor travel spend and identify opportunities for cost optimisation while maintaining service excellence., • Produce reporting and recommendations to support the ongoing development of the travel function., • Support the wider business case for expanding the service beyond the leadership team. Essential Experience • You may currently be working In-house within a corporate travel function; or within a Travel Management Company (TMC) supporting executive or VIP travellers., • Significant experience booking and coordinating complex corporate travel arrangements., • Experience supporting senior executives, board members or C-suite stakeholders., • Strong understanding of corporate travel operations, supplier management and travel policy., • Experience developing or improving travel processes and procedures., • Excellent organisational skills with exceptional attention to detail., • Ability to remain calm and responsive when managing last-minute changes and travel disruptions., • Strong stakeholder management and communication skills., • Proactive, solutions-focused approach with the ability to work independently. Desirable Experience • Experience setting up new travel programmes, systems or operational processes., • Knowledge of travel technology platforms and reporting tools., • Experience working within a global organisation. What's on Offer • Opportunity to build and shape a new in-house travel function., • High-profile role working closely with senior leadership., • Hybrid working arrangement from modern Central London offices., • Competitive salary of £50,000 - £60,000., • 12-month fixed-term contract with the potential to influence a wider business rollout. If you are passionate about delivering exceptional executive travel support and excited by the challenge of building a new function from the ground up, we'd love to hear from you.

Project Manager (Certinia PSA) - Home-Based - 6 Month Contract (Outside IR35) You will be joining a well-known end user undergoing a large-scale digital transformation programme, focused on enhancing their Certinia PSA capabilities. As a Project Manager, you will drive projects end-to-end, acting as the main point of contact for all Certinia-related activity. You will work closely with Certinia Professional Services, admin teams, and project coordination teams, while managing Jira prioritisation and ensuring smooth delivery. Alongside supporting C-level stakeholders to achieve their objectives in line with budget. Key Skills: • Proven experience leading projects aligned to Certinia PSA., • End-to-end project management and delivery., • Jira prioritisation and backlog management., • Experience working with Pro Services and admin teams., • Gathering and translating requirements with c-level stakeholders. If you are interested in the vacancy, please do not hesitate to send over your CV. Email it to;

To see more Chinese jobs please follow us onWeChat: teamchinapf AND pfteamchina Ref: 23352 The Skills You'll Need: Mandarin and English fluent. Solid banking experience in Project Finance sector and can bring in new local contacts. Your New Salary: £85-135k depending on seniority (candidates from middle to senior level are being considered) Job status: Permanent. Hybrid working, with 1 day WFH Location: London Report to: Head of Corporate Banking Project Finance Manager - Summary: • The role's primary responsibility is to lead/head up Project Finance deals, • The position will look to grow a project finance book sourcing transactions from the primary and secondary market. Project Finance Manager - What You'll be Doing: Strategic Leadership • To develop and implement the branches project finance strategy aligned with the branch goals, • To provide guidance on project feasibility, funding structure and investment opportunities Financing and Investment Oversight • To lead structuring, negotiation and execution of complex project financing deals, • To oversee preparations (outsourced) of financial models, forecasts and support financing decisions. Team Development • To build and maintain relationships with other financial institutions and funding partners., • To foster an environment if knowledge sharing with the wider Corporate Banking Department Financial Planning and Analysis • To identify, assess and mitigate financial risks, • To ensure compliance with branch policies and procedures and regulatory requirements Risk Management and Compliance • Develop branch Project Finance policies and procedures, • Monitor market conditions and regulatory changes to assess their impact on project finance strategies. Stakeholder Engagement • Act as the main representative for Project Finance for the branch., • To deliver high level presentations internally and externally. Project Finance Manager - The Skills You'll Need to Succeed: • Fluent Mandarin and English;, • Solid UK experience in Project Finance sector;, • Able to bring in new local business / contacts;, • Good experience in Financial Planning and Analysis, • Experience in Strategic Leadership, Financing and Investment Oversight Please view all our Team China jobs at people-first-recruitment Please follow us on Linkedin: people-first-team-china We would be grateful if you could send your CV as a Word document. If your application is successful, you will be contacted within 7 days. We regret that due to the high volume of applications we receive we cannot provide feedback on individual CVs. Please note that we can only consider candidates who are eligible to work in the UK and are able to provide relevant supporting documentation. People First is committed to increasing diversity, and maintaining an inclusive workplace culture. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of their ethnicity, race, gender, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, age, marital status or whether or not they have a disability. People First (Recruitment) Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent and fixed term contract recruitment and as an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Please note that by applying for this job you accept our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy which can be found on our website.

A hands-on leadership role responsible for managing the full lifecycle of banking applications, including development, support, and delivery. You will oversee core systems, lead a small team, and ensure secure, reliable, and compliant technology solutions that support critical business operations. Client Details This company is a well-established organisation in the financial services industry, known for its commitment to delivering innovative solutions and maintaining operational excellence. With a presence in London, it offers a professional environment that values technical expertise and effective management. Description • Oversee core banking application environments, including patching, EOD processing, and system performance, • Provide hands-on support for application failures and ensure rapid resolution, • Collaborate with infrastructure teams on system performance, backup, and recovery, • Lead and manage a team of developers and application support analysts, • Deliver software changes, projects, and BAU enhancements, • Plan and manage workloads, timelines, and resource allocation, • Ensure effective application support, incident management, and SLA adherence, • Implement monitoring, performance tuning, and optimisation strategies, • Manage vendor relationships and ensure third-party support continuity, • Oversee application upgrades, patches, and maintenance with minimal disruption, • Maintain documentation, configurations, and operational procedures, • Ensure compliance with security, audit, and regulatory standards, • Support business continuity and disaster recovery planning, • Provide reporting and updates to senior stakeholders and project teams, • Manage budgets for application support and development activities Profile A successful Application Development and Support Manager should have: • Proven experience in application development and support management, • Strong knowledge of application lifecycle management, Agile, and DevOps practices, • Experience with incident management in complex technical environments, • Familiarity with core banking systems and enterprise platforms, • Experience with IBM Power Systems, AS/400, RPG, or COBOL is highly desirable, • Strong understanding of software development, testing, and documentation practices, • Experience with Microsoft Azure or cloud-based platforms, • Knowledge of ITIL or similar service management frameworks, • Strong leadership and team management experience, • Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills, • Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment, • Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, • Relevant degree in Computer Science, IT, or a related field, • Certifications such as PMP or Scrum Master are advantageous Job Offer • Competitive daily rate between GBP 450 and GBP 500., • Interim contract central London, • Chance to contribute to impactful projects in the financial services industry., • Professional and collaborative work environment. If you are an experienced Application Development and Support Manager looking for your next challenge in London, we encourage you to apply today.

Senior Commercial Manager & Commercial Manager London / Suffolk (Hybrid Working) £75,000 - £85,000 + PackageAre you an experienced Commercial Manager or Senior Commercial Manager looking to play a key role on one of the UK's most high-profile infrastructure programmes?We are supporting a leading Tier 1 consultancy delivering major programme management services on a flagship energy and infrastructure project. With significant investment and long-term delivery ahead, they are now looking to strengthen their commercial team with multiple hires.This is a fantastic opportunity to join at a critical stage of the project, where you will have real influence over commercial strategy, contract delivery, and stakeholder engagement.The OpportunityYou will be responsible for: • Managing commercial activities across major infrastructure contracts (NEC 3/4 and FIDIC), • Supporting or leading end-to-end commercial delivery, • Handling procurement, contract administration, change control, and final accounts, • Working closely with project teams and key stakeholders to drive value and performance, • Managing risk, claims, and commercial strategy across complex programmesAbout YouWe are keen to speak with candidates who have:, • Proven experience in commercial management on major projects, • Strong knowledge of NEC and/or FIDIC contracts, • Backgrounds in sectors such as infrastructure, utilities, oil and gas, rail, or public sector projects, • Experience managing stakeholders and working within large programme environments, • Professional membership (RICS, CICES, CIPS or similar) is desirableNuclear experience is not essential.Working Arrangements, • Hybrid working with a base in London or Suffolk, • Typically 3 days in the office, with flexibility available, • Occasional travel to site as requiredWhat's on Offer, • Competitive salary and benefits package, • Strong career development within a growing project team, • Opportunity to work on a nationally significant, long-term programme, • A collaborative and forward-thinking environment focused on innovation and sustainabilityIf you're looking for a role where you can make a tangible impact and be part of a major UK project, we'd love to hear from you.

Project Manager - SaaS Implementation (SaaS Student Residences System) Contract: 6 months initiallyLocation: London (Hybrid)Day Rate: £500 per day IR35: Inside (Must use an umbrella company) The Opportunity We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead an implementation of a new SaaS Student Residences System. This is a high-impact role driving a complex transformation programme across multiple sites, working with international teams and senior stakeholders. Key Responsibilities • Lead the end-to-end delivery of a major transformation project, • Own and drive project plans, timelines, and key milestones, • Proactively manage risks, dependencies, and issues in a fast-paced environment, • Coordinate delivery with cross-functional teams across the UK, Europe, and North America, • Engage, influence, and manage senior stakeholders, • Ensure successful delivery against strict, non-negotiable deadlines, • Work closely with third-party vendors to deliver IT solutionsAbout You, • Proven experience within Higher Education (HE) environments, • Holds a recognised Project Management or Agile certification (e.g., PRINCE2 Practitioner, APM PMQ, SAFe Scrum Master), • Strong experience working within SAFe and Agile frameworks, • Hands-on experience using Azure DevOps (ADO), • A servant leader mindset with the ability to coach Agile teams and facilitate key ceremonies, • Practical experience across Scrum, Kanban, Built-in Quality, and SAFe delivery principles, • Demonstrated ability to support Agile Release Trains (ARTs) in delivering value

Digital Delivery Manager£700 per day (Umbrella) | Inside IR35 | 6-Month Contract | DV Cleared | Hybrid (London/Northwood)OverviewA leading government defence organisation is seeking an experienced Digital Delivery Manager to lead the successful delivery of critical digital and technology programmes within a highly secure environment. The chosen candidate must have DV clearance, coupled with experience working within a multidisciplinary team interacting with End Users across Digital products, ideally within the defence sector who is happy to travel onsite 2 to 3 days per week in London. The successful candidate will possess a strong background delivering complex digital transformation initiatives within defence, national security, government, aerospace, or other highly regulated sectors.Key Responsibilities • Lead the end-to-end delivery of digital projects and services., • Develop and maintain delivery plans, schedules, milestones, and reporting frameworks., • Manage project scope, timelines, budgets, risks, and dependencies., • Ensure delivery aligns with strategic objectives and operational requirements., • Build and maintain strong relationships with military, government, commercial, and technical stakeholders., • Act as the primary point of contact for delivery-related activities., • Facilitate effective communication across programme teams and leadership groups., • Ensure compliance with organisational governance frameworks and delivery standards., • Produce and present status reports, delivery dashboards, RAID logs, and programme updates., • Support assurance activities and governance reviews., • Identify, assess, and mitigate programme risks., • Manage inter-project dependencies and delivery challenges., • Drive resolution of issues impacting delivery performance.Essential Experience, • Proven experience delivering complex digital, technology, or transformation programmes., • Strong project and delivery management expertise., • Experience managing multiple concurrent workstreams., • Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills., • Ability to manage competing priorities within fast-paced, high-pressure environments., • Experience working within defence, government, aerospace, national security, or other highly regulated sectors., • Understanding of governance, assurance, and delivery frameworks., • Experience operating within secure or classified environments.One state interview process via MS team, ASAP start.

12-Month Fixed-Term Contract Hybrid Working | 3 Days Office / 2 Days Home A leading global insurance business is seeking a Technical Accounting Manager to join its finance team on a 12-month fixed-term contract. This opportunity is ideal for a technically strong accountant looking to step into a highly visible Technical Accounting Manager role with exposure to complex accounting matters, regulatory change, and strategic finance projects. Key Responsibilities • Lead technical accounting assessments across UK GAAP, with exposure to IFRS and US GAAP, • Prepare technical accounting papers and documentation for auditors and senior management, • Support acquisitions, investments, and other complex transactions from an accounting perspective, • Assist with implementation of new accounting standards and regulatory changes, • Support the preparation and review of UK statutory accounts and legal entity reporting, • Partner with FP&A, Tax, and Controllership teams on reporting deliverables, • Act as a key contact for external auditors and support audit queries, • Drive improvements across reporting processes, controls, and finance projects The successful Technical Accounting Manager will work closely with senior finance stakeholders and play a key role in ensuring high-quality reporting and technical compliance across the business. About You • ACA, ACCA, or equivalent qualified, • Strong technical accounting knowledge, particularly UK GAAP, • Experience preparing technical accounting papers, • Confident liaising with auditors and senior stakeholders, • Insurance or financial services experience must have This Technical Accounting Manager position would suit someone who enjoys technical problem-solving, project-based work, and operating within a collaborative and fast-paced environment. What's on Offer • 12-month fixed-term contract, • Hybrid working model, • Opportunity to work on high-profile technical accounting and regulatory projects, • Collaborative and fast-paced environment within a global organisation, • Competitive salary and benefits package If you are an experienced Technical Accounting Manager looking for your next contract opportunity, we would be keen to hear from you.

Data Product Manager - London (Hybrid) 6 Month Contract | Inside IR35 | £500 - 525pd Harvey Nash are working with an exciting Digital Transformation Consultancy who require contract support from a Data Product Manager. This is an important project delivering into a Private Sector client within the rewards/consumer services space. A background in Product with a keen data lens is essential, in addition to consulting experience / stakeholder management. • Data Product Manager, • London - Hybrid (1x per week), • 6 Months, • Inside IR35, • £500 - 525 per day, • ASAP Start If you're interested in this opportunity, please apply now.

Fire Safety & Building Remediation Manager London Bridge £70,000 - £80,000 Hybrid Working Do you want to join Hyde as a Fire Safety & Building Remediation Manager? We’re looking for an experienced leader to take charge of major fire and building safety projects that make our homes safer for customers. You will lead a team, which includes external consultants to deliver multiple fire and building safety projects. What you’ll be responsible for • Manage project budgets for all fire and building safety works, keeping costs within agreed limits and ensuring monthly financial updates are accurate. Act quickly if spending or forecasts start to drift., • Check and approve any contract changes to make sure they support safe and compliant delivery., • Visit buildings regularly to check progress, fire safety measures, workmanship and overall site conditions., • Appoint and manage contractors, consultants and suppliers involved in fire safety and building safety improvements., • Work closely with legal, customer and communications teams to support safe delivery and clear resident communication., • Track key deadlines, including safety-critical milestones, and make sure projects stay on schedule., • Ensure all funding requirements linked to fire and building safety work are met, recorded and auditable., • Check that every site meets required fire safety, building safety and quality standards throughout the project., • Review design information to ensure it reflects fire safety regulations and best practice, and confirm weekly site checks take place., • Lead external specialists such as architects, engineers and fire safety advisers to ensure designs and works meet safety expectations., • Ensure projects are signed off correctly, including fire safety certification, and keep defects to a minimum. About you You’ll be a confident leader with strong project management experience, in fire and building safety . You’ll be commercially aware, highly organised and able to manage several complex projects at once, with the ability to motivate teams and build strong relationships. • Proven experience leading complex fire and building safety projects, including managing budgets, contractors and technical specialists., • Strong understanding of fire safety and building safety regulations, and the ability to apply them confidently on live sites., • Excellent leadership and communication skills, able to guide teams, work with residents and partners, and resolve issues quickly., • Ability to assess risks, make sound decisions and keep projects on track, ensuring safety, quality and deadlines are met. Why join us? Hyde owns and manages 125,000 homes and is driven by a strong social purpose—creating safe, well-managed, thriving communities. You’ll be part of a team that is genuinely committed to making homes safer, leading work that has a direct and positive impact on communities .You’ll also have the opportunity to shape major fire and building safety projects, working with skilled professionals who value quality, collaboration and doing the right thing. Benefits • Excellent pension, • Generous holiday allowance, • Life assurance, • Flexible benefits platform, • Career development & learning support, • Volunteering days, • Hybrid working Diversity, inclusion and accessibility Equity, diversity and inclusion are central to life at Hyde. We’re committed to creating a truly inclusive workplace where everyone feels respected, valued and able to be themselves. Our aim is to have a workforce that reflects the diversity of the customers and communities we serve, ensuring that different perspectives are represented in decision-making, service delivery, and the way we shape our organisation. As a Disability Confident Employer, we’re happy to provide reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and in the workplace. Please note: candidates will be required to complete an online psychometric assessment prior to interview. We reserve the right to close this advert early if a suitable candidate is identified.

Project Manager - eDV ClearanceLondon / Manchester 12 Month Initial - Inside IR35 - Up to £600 pdMust Have Active eDV ClearanceAre you an Project Manager that wants to work with one of the leading names in the Aerospace and Defence space? Do you want to help solve some of the Defence industries biggest challenges?This business is one of the most respected Design, Engineering and Project management companies across the globe.On offer is the chance to join an elite team of people that are considered best in class, although this is a contract position they still heavily invest in training and progression of their staff to make sure that everybody can perform to the best of their abilities.As defence becomes one of the leading areas of investment in the world, this company has remained as an industry leading due to its cutting edge technology and a undying commitment to staying ahead of the curve. THE ROLE: • Oversee the BA team and help them solve challenges when dealing with new clients, • Help plan and map the roadmap, and liaise with clients to offer the best solutions, • Develop and implement the future digital transformation road map, • Support the Head of IT, • Communicate with technical and non-technical staff THE PERSON: • Experience in Agile Project Management, • Have an active Community eDV Clearance Keywords: Project, Management, PM, Agile, BA, Business, Analyst, Defence, Aerospace, Contract, Freelance, IR35, GCHQ, Reference:BBBH24794 If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered renumeration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set.Ernest Gordon 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 our website

We're looking for a Knowledge System Manager for a public sector organisation based in London (hybrid) on an initial 12-month contract, paying up to £41.92 per hour (Umbrella, Inside IR35). This is a hybrid role with an expectation to attend the office in London 3 days per week. The successful Knowledge System Manager will take operational ownership of a suite of knowledge and document systems used across a central government legal function and its wider professional community. You'll lead a small team, manage stakeholder relationships at all levels including Board, and drive continuous improvement across platforms built on SharePoint, WordPress, Sitecore and a document automation tool. You'll also act as the bridge between Digital colleagues and knowledge and information teams, helping to embed emerging technologies such as AI into existing systems. You will need proven experience working with the following: • Managing and maintaining knowledge or document management systems, • Line management and team leadership, • Project managing system improvements with multiple stakeholders, • Working with data and knowledge systems in a complex organisational environment, • Engaging users and content creators to ensure systems meet accessibility and operational requirements, • Building relationships with both technical and non-technical stakeholders, • Horizon scanning and current awareness across legal or information technology You'll also need practical exposure to working across the following, including areas such as: • SharePoint, WordPress or Sitecore (or comparable platforms), • Knowledge management best practice and cross-government information or data policies, • Delivering training and supporting user communities Experience in legal technology or AI integration into knowledge platforms would be beneficial. Interested? Please apply below. Knowledge System Manager, Knowledge Manager, Knowledge and Information Manager, Legal Knowledge Manager, Document Management, SharePoint, WordPress, Sitecore, Document Automation, Knowledge Management Systems, Legal Technology, AI, Data Management, Project Management, Line Management, London, Hybrid, Contract, Inside IR35

IT Procurement Manager Salary: £35,000 - £40,000Location: London - Hybrid (3-4 days in the office) About the Role This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing and successful IT Managed Service Provider (MSP) that delivers tailored technology solutions to businesses across a range of industries. The organisation specialises in helping clients improve efficiency, reduce costs, minimise downtime, and enhance overall IT performance. As an IT Procurement Manager, you will be responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and procuring IT products and services for both the business and its clients, including international customers. You will ensure procurement activities are cost-effective, compliant, and aligned with business objectives while maintaining strong vendor and client relationships. Key RequirementsExperience & Skills • 2-3 years' proven experience in IT procurement or a similar role, • Previous experience within an MSP environment, • Strong negotiation and contract management skills, • Expertise in Microsoft Licensing and the Microsoft AI Cloud Partner Program, • Knowledge of Microsoft Cloud Solution Provider (CSP) programmes and transitions, • Strong understanding of IT hardware, software, licensing models, and procurement processes, • Familiarity with procurement platforms such as SAP, Oracle, or Coupa, • Understanding of cybersecurity and data privacy considerations within vendor agreements, • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with excellent attention to detail, • Previous experience within an MSP environmentDesirable Certifications (Any One), • Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM), • CIPS Level 2 Certificate in Procurement and Supply OperationsKey ResponsibilitiesProcurement Strategy Develop and implement IT procurement strategies aligned with business objectives and project requirements. Vendor Management Identify, evaluate, and manage relationships with IT vendors, service providers, and contractors. Client Engagement Act as the primary point of contact for clients throughout the procurement lifecycle, from order placement through to delivery and deployment of hardware and software solutions. Contract Negotiation Negotiate pricing, terms and conditions, service level agreements (SLAs), and support contracts for hardware, software, cloud services, and managed solutions. Sourcing & Purchasing Source and procure IT products, including laptops, servers, software licences, and cloud-based services, ensuring quality and value for money. Compliance & Risk Management Ensure all procurement activities comply with company policies, legal regulations, and cybersecurity requirements. Budget Management Manage procurement budgets, monitor expenditure, and identify opportunities for cost savings and efficiency improvements. Inventory & Asset Management Work closely with Service Desk, PMO, and Finance teams to manage IT asset inventories and equipment lifecycle processes. Stakeholder Collaboration Collaborate with IT, Finance, and Project teams to define technical requirements and support procurement planning activities. BenefitsWorking Hours • 37.5 hours per week, • Monday to Friday, 9:00am - 5:30pmAnnual Leave, • 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays, • Additional day of annual leave after three years of continuous service, increasing up to 25 days, • Birthday leave after successful completion of probationAdditional Benefits, • Competitive benefits package, • Gym membership (upon successful completion of probation), • Health and wellbeing benefits, • Cycle to Work scheme, • Childcare salary sacrifice scheme, • Employee discounts and reward programmes, • Quarterly team events and social activities, • Monthly games nights and regular team breakfastsProfessional Development, • Fully funded professional certifications and examinations relevant to the role, • Ongoing training and career development opportunities Services advertised by Gold Group are those of an Agency and/or an Employment Business.We will contact you within the next 14 days if you are selected for interview. For a copy of our privacy policy please visit our website.

Senior Project Manager - AI - Operational Efficiency - Op model - Outside IR35 Senior Project Manager - AI - Operational Efficiency - Op model - Outside IR35 • 6 month initial contract, • Remote - occasional travel to London, • £600 - £641/day (Outside IR35) This role sits at the centre of a major broker transformation. It combines operational efficiency, AI enablement and operating model change. What you will be doing • Lead end to end programme delivery, • Own governance, plans, budgets and outcomes, • Drive operational efficiency with clear cost and process benefits, • Lead AI and automation initiatives and delivery roadmap, • Simplify structures and redesign operating models, • Engage senior stakeholders up to ExCo and Board What you need • Insurance experience with a strong understanding of Broking, • Proven delivery of large scale transformation programmes, • Strong operational efficiency delivery track record, • Operating model design experience, • RIO/Benefits realisation experience, • Experience across AI or automation programmes, • Confident working with senior stakeholders Please apply for the role if you have the required experience; a consultant will be in touch. Due to the expected number of applications for this role, please understand that we may not be able to get back to everyone. Thanks Reasonable Adjustments: Respect and equality are core values to us. We are proud of the diverse and inclusive community we have built, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and perspectives. Our success is driven by our people, united by the spirit of partnership to deliver the best resourcing solutions for our clients. If you need any help or adjustments during the recruitment process for any reason, please let us know when you apply or talk to the recruiters directly so we can support you.

Job Title: Technology Delivery Manager - Payments Location: London (Hybrid, 2-3 days per week in the office) Contract Length: 6 months+ Working Pattern: Via Umbrella Company Are you a dynamic and motivated Technology Delivery Manager with a deep understanding of payments IT and processing? Do you thrive in fast-paced environments and excel at managing complex projects? If so, we want to hear from you! Join our client's team and play a vital role in delivering key payments-related projects within the financial services industry. About the Role: As the Technology Delivery Manager, you will lead the charge in ensuring that large-scale projects are managed efficiently, delivered on time, and within budget. Your expertise will guide the Payments Application Support Team in the EMEA region as you work closely with IT teams and senior management. This is an exciting opportunity to steer projects through challenges while maintaining open communication with stakeholders across the globe. Key Responsibilities: • Project Coordination & Support:Plan, schedule, and coordinate project activities while maintaining project documentation., • Documentation & Reporting:Develop regular reports on project status, risks, and issues, ensuring all documentation is accessible to stakeholders., • Communication & Stakeholder Management:Serve as the primary contact for project inquiries, facilitating communication between IT delivery teams and business stakeholders., • Issue & Risk Management:Monitor project risks and issues, implementing and tracking mitigation strategies., • Resource Coordination:Manage resources effectively, optimising availability and project calendars., • Administrative Support:Provide essential administrative support to the IT delivery team, including managing logistics and project files., • Tool & Process Management:Support the use of project management tools (e.g., JIRA, MS Project) and adhere to established processes. What We're Looking For: Experience: Proven project management expertise within the payments and compliance sectors. Skills: • Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities., • Excellent written and verbal communication skills., • Interpersonal skills that reflect service orientation and empathy., • Familiarity with project management methodologies (PMP, PRINCE2, Agile/Scrum). Why Join Us? • Impact:Lead significant projects that shape the future of payments in the financial services industry., • Flexibility:Enjoy the balance of remote work and a vibrant office environment in London., • Professional Growth:Enhance your skills and gain valuable experience working with a diverse team in a multicultural setting. If you're results-driven and ready to take on new challenges, this is the opportunity for you! Bring your expertise in payments IT, project management, and stakeholder engagement to our client's innovative team. Apply Today! Don't miss your chance to make a difference in the world of financial services. Submit your application now and embark on an exciting journey with us! Note: Our client is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals. We use generative AI tools to support our candidate screening process. This helps us ensure a fair, consistent, and efficient experience for all applicants. Rest assured, all final decisions are made by our hiring team, and your application will be reviewed with care and attention. Adecco is a disability-confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

We are recruiting for a Commercial M&E Contracts and Procurement Manager for a Datacentre organisation based in London: The Commercial Contracts Manager is responsible for leading and advising on procurement strategies, compiling tender documentation, tender management and evaluation, contract negotiation, contract engrossment and contract execution to provide robust tender and contract governance, effective risk management, commercial optimisation, and compliance with Business requirements. Required activity will include procurement and contract support for professional teams and specialist appointments, OFCI, and construction contracts for Business as Usual and major capital expenditure works to meet programme, cost, and value for money while maintaining required standards of quality. Manage communication with project stakeholders, customers, suppliers, professional teams and contractors. • Document Management, • Fully utilise the deployed document management system relating for all supplier activity (currently ASite). Supplier Management • Develop and maintain a database of approved suppliers for projects including status of key compliance documentation and renewal requirements (e.g. ISO Accreditations, Insurance Renewals, Mutual Non-Disclosure Agreements), • Actively update compliance documentation from suppliers at least twice per annum., • Arrange introductions of relevant new suppliers to project stakeholders as needed., • Carry out Pre-Qualification and supplier on-boarding activity for any new suppliers selected, • Develop and negotiate Framework Agreements with key suppliers., • Develop Key Performance Indicators for Design Teams and Contractors, • Arrange quarterly performance reviews with key suppliers in conjunction with project stakeholders. Provide KPI updates as a mechanism to manage performance., • Escalate any matters of supplier non-compliance / poor performance, • Manage the removal of suppliers with other project stakeholders when required., • Arrange upskilling and training events for key project stakeholders as a result of lessons learned or as part of continual process improvement. Procurement Strategy • Review annual Capex Masterplan and advise on procurement strategies and suppliers for projects in accordance with procurement policies., • Make presentations to the Business on Procurement Strategies, risks and benefits as required, • Monitor the development of project master programmes and comment on timescales for procurement activity. Identify opportunities for betterment of timescales and co-ordinate with project stakeholders to align on programme requirements., • Develop and seek approval for commercial strategies to minimise contract costs and maximise return on investment, • Liaise with project stakeholders and develop list of potential tenderers, • Update proposed tender list based on developing scope and Business needs, • Monitor that tenders are released in accordance with Master Programmes and escalate any issues. Tendering and Negotiation • Prepare Requests for Proposal and Invitation to Tender documentation and compile and review tender documentation, for professional teams, specialist appointments, OFCI, and construction contracts., • Check tender documentation for completeness and provide a full QA check on readiness to tender. Advise on any gaps and the need for tender addendums if required., • Manage the tender process including Expressions of Interest, pre-tender meetings, tender release, mid tender interviews, site inspections, tender clarifications and tender returns., • Maintain records of tender events for audit purposes, • Evaluate returned tenders for completeness, • Manage tender evaluations with project stakeholders including full technical, commercial and contract positions, • Fully evaluate commercial aspects of the tender for betterment, • Maintain and issue tender clarifications and manage tenderer responses, • Arrange and manage post tender interviews, • Provide an auditable tender evaluation outcome including relevant technical and commercial scores to determine the successful tenderer., • Provide information for and prepare Procurement Committee papers for funding / appointment / contract approvals, • Prepare Limited Letters of Order for project mobilisation, • In conjunction with legal team, negotiate and agree contract terms with a clear objective to manage Business risk., • Compile contract documentation for engrossment of contracts. Advise on missing information to complete contract documentation., • Carry out a final audit of engrossed contracts for approval prior to submitting for signature, • In conjunction with legal team, prepare a legal briefing note to advise signatories of contract scope, risks and indemnities, • Monitor that contracts are signed in a timely manner and escalate any issues.

WTW Procurement is expanding the Sourcing team to support Consulting and Outsourcing spend and is seeking an experienced Category Manager to lead and execute procurement activities. This role is responsible for driving value delivery, ensuring supplier performance, and supporting operational excellence across Outsourcing Category. You will work in close partnership with Material Outsourcing and Consulting Lead and collaborate with business stakeholders and Procurement colleagues in the UK, US, France and Mumbai. You will be a trusted advisor to partner on procurement related matters for the organisation. Key responsibilities include developing strategies for your Category, understand the latest market trends and insights, managing supplier relationships, identifying and mitigating risks, and ensuring full compliance with WTW policies and relevant regulatory requirements. The successful candidate will bring strong commercial acumen, strategic thinking, and excellent negotiation and stakeholder-management skills. You will have demonstrable Category Management experience, including spend analysis, contract analysis, and the ability to build and execute category plans and pipelines. Proficiency with Ariba Sourcing and Contract modules is essential. The Role: Strategic Sourcing & Category Management • Partner with business leaders to understand future demand, upcoming initiatives, and project pipelines., • Facilitate cross-functional alignment to ensure sourcing strategies reflect business needs., • Translate business requirements into clear sourcing plans and category opportunities., • Lead RFPs, RFIs and negotiations., • Conduct internal and external benchmarking to identify value opportunities and commercial gaps. Supplier Management • Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers to ensure delivery, innovation, and performance., • Lead Supplier Performance Management activities, including QBRs, scorecards, corrective actions, and risk mitigation (as required)., • Drive supplier consolidation, rationalisation, and continuous improvement initiatives. Contracting & Compliance • Work closely with Legal, Finance and Compliance on contract drafting, renewals, and commercial risk mitigation., • Negotiate and manage contracts in accordance with WTW Procurement policy and regulatory requirements., • Ensure all procurement activities comply with ESG, risk management, and governance standards. Stakeholder Engagement • Act as the trusted advisors and procurement partner, providing commercial insights and strategic guidance., • Build strong cross-functional relationships with Operations, Finance, HR, IT, and Legal teams., • Present sourcing plans, savings updates, and supplier performance insights to senior management., • Represent Procurement in regional governance forums or audits. Financial & Operational Performance • Own savings pipeline management for your Category., • Deliver measurable savings, cost avoidance, and value improvements. What you'll bring: Essential • Strong years of procurement experience, ideally within Financial and Insurance sectors within a multinational environment., • Outsourcing and Professional Service category management experience, • Good knowledge and proven application of sourcing and procurement principles and best practices, • Ability to building reporting and pipeline management, • Strong knowledge of commercial law and procurement regulations., • Proven negotiation and contract management skills., • Strong stakeholder management and communication skills., • Strategic and analytical mindset with strong financial and commercial understanding. Preferred • Knowledge of procurement systems (Ariba, Oracle, Power BI, MS Office etc.)., • Professional certification (CIPS, CPSM, or equivalent)., • Experience working in a matrix organisation., • Creativity to seek, encourage and find non-traditional approaches to procurement challenges, • Change management and self-awareness skills to adopt targeted approaches to a dynamic set of stakeholders, • Strong cost management and value improvement orientation, • Familiarity with relevant legislative, regulatory requirements, and industry standards as well as understanding of standard contractual terms and conditions to mitigate legal risk and ensure compliance Personal Attributes • Proactive and solutions-oriented, • Positive mindset, • Strong sense of ownership and accountability, • Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities, • High ethical standards and integrity, • Collaborative and team-focused mindset What we offer Enjoy a benefits package designed to help you thrive, both professionally and personally. You'll receive 25 days of annual leave plus an extra WTW day to relax and recharge. Our comprehensive health and wellbeing offering includes private healthcare, life insurance, group income protection, and regular health assessments, all giving you peace of mind. Secure your future with our defined contribution pension scheme, featuring matched contributions up to 10% from the company. We support your growth and balance with hybrid working options, access to an employee assistance programme, and a fully paid volunteer day to make a difference in your community. On top of these, you can opt into a variety of additional perks including an electric vehicle car scheme, share scheme, cycle-to-work programme, dental and optical cover, critical illness protection, and much more. Start making the most of your career and wellbeing with a range of benefits tailored for you. Equal Opportunity Employer We’re committed to equal employment opportunity and provide application, interview and workplace adjustments and accommodations to all applicants. If you foresee any barriers, from the application process through to joining WTW, please email your recruiter.

Job Tittle: Technical Delivery Manager - Operational Risk (SAI360 solution or another vendor)Contract: 6 months (potential for extension)Rate: Circa £745/DayLocation: London (Hybrid - 5 days in 10 in the office)Working pattern: Full time About the Role We are seeking an experienced Technical Delivery Manager - Operational Risk to support a major ECB onboarding and transformation programme across the EMEA region. You will work closely with Operational Risk, IT teams, and senior stakeholders to deliver large-scale regulatory and technology initiatives within a highly regulated financial services environment. This role requires strong leadership across the full project lifecycle, ensuring successful delivery of strategic IT programmes on time, within scope, and within budget. Key Responsibilities • Lead end-to-end delivery of Operational Risk technology projects (including SAI360 or equivalent platforms), • Manage multiple IT projects, ensuring delivery within scope, budget, and timelines, • Partner with business and IT stakeholders across EMEA to drive successful outcomes, • Define project scope, roadmaps, governance, and delivery plans, • Manage risks, issues, dependencies, and escalations effectively, • Ensure delivery quality meets business and regulatory requirements, • Coordinate cross-functional teams including developers, testers, analysts, and vendors, • Manage third-party suppliers, contracts, and resource allocation, • Track project financials, budgets, and reporting requirements, • Provide regular updates, dashboards, and governance reporting to senior leadership, • Ensure full documentation, compliance, and audit readiness Key Skills & Experience • Experience in IT Project / Programme / Technology Delivery Management - End to end projects (including SAI360 or equivalent platforms), • Previously worked in financial services in essential, • Strong background in Operational Risk, Enterprise Risk, or GRC environments, • Experience delivering risk and control frameworks, regulatory change, or compliance transformation, • Hands-on experience with GRC platforms (SAI360, Archer, ServiceNow GRC, or similar), • Strong understanding of Operational Risk lifecycle (RCSA, incidents, KRIs, controls), • Experience working in regulated banking or financial services environments, • Strong stakeholder management across Risk, Compliance, Audit, and Technology functions, • Strong Operational Risk or Credit Risk experience within Financial Services (preferred), • Experience with large-scale regulatory and transformation programmes, • Strong stakeholder management across business, IT, and vendor teams, • Experience with tools such as JIRA, Confluence, MS Office, • Strong risk, issue, and dependency management skills, • Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving abilities, • Ability to work in complex, matrixed, multi-region environments (EMEA), • Experience in regulated banking environments (ECB or similar exposure preferred) Desirable • Experience with GRC tools such as SAI360 or similar platforms, • PMP / SAFe / ITIL / CSM / TOGAF certifications, • Background in software engineering, IT infrastructure, or digital transformation Apply Now If you are an experienced Technology Delivery Manager with Operational Risk or Financial Services transformation experience, we would love to hear from you. Join us and make your mark in the tech world! Pontoon is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

D365 Data Business Analyst (Contract) - London / Hybrid Robert Half International (an S&P 500 global staffing provider) is supporting a global consulting firm in the search for a Data Migration Business Analyst to join a major Dynamics 365 transformation programme. This role sits within a live data migration workstream, working closely with the Data Migration Project Manager and Programme Director, supporting delivery across the full migration lifecycle. Assignment Details: • Initial 6-month contract (with strong likelihood of extension), • Start Date: 1 week turnaround (fast-track onboarding), • Location: Hybrid (1-2 days per week in London), • Rate: £500-550 p/day via FCSA Accredited Umbrella Company Key Responsibilities: • Supporting end-to-end data migration activities within a D365 programme, • Data mapping, transformation, and validation across multiple data sources, • Working closely with business and technical teams to define migration requirements, • Supporting governance, documentation, and stakeholder engagement, • Assisting with migration planning and execution across delivery phases Required Experience: • Strong experience as a Business Analyst on Dynamics 365 data migration programmes, • Solid understanding of data migration concepts (mapping, cleansing, transformation), • Experience working within structured programme environments, • Strong stakeholder engagement across business and technical teams All candidates must complete standard screening (Right to Work, DBS, credit/sanctions, employment verification) Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data:

Senior Commercial Manager London 2-month Contract £500 per day - Umbrella ARM have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Commercial Manager on a 2 month contract in London. You will be ensuring requirements are captured that will meet operational needs, market place capability and deliver best value for money The Role: • Effective and well tested negotiation skills within a commercial environment with a good understanding of commercial priorities and the realities., • Ability to challenge and influence senior stakeholders and build relationship across complex disciplines., • Strategic approach to fostering effective supplier relationships through efficient planning, development and management., • Understanding of central government or public sector commercial and procurement management and reporting., • Management of projects and finance management., • Significant post-qualification experience in a commercial and procurement manager role., • Management and use of ERP systems., • Understanding the organisation?s strategic and commercial aims and objectives and communicate them to colleagues Requirements: • Awareness of the challenges facing police services and the role that procurement can play in delivering efficiency savings and ensuring effective service delivery., • Understanding of category management and how it can be applied to police services and commercial and procurement activities., • Application of PRINCE II in a project environment, • Awareness of the challenges facing the police service and the public sector services and the role that procurement can play in delivering efficiency savings and ensuring effective service delivery., • Good commercial skills and awareness., • Good knowledge of commercial and procurement legislation and any related UK regulations Disclaimer: This vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering Limited ("ARM"). ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission. Where the role is marked as Outside IR35 in the advertisement this is subject to receipt of a final Status Determination Statement from the end Client and may be subject to change.

Procurement Transformation Consultant London/Hybrid - in the office 2 days a week 6 month initial contract Day Rate from £600 via Umbrella Our commitment is to provide equal opportunity regardless of, for example, your gender, age, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation or beliefs. We also engage with employers to develop programmes and pathways that embrace diverse talent and promote more inclusive employment worldwide through partnerships and other initiatives. We recognise and celebrate the value of difference and how it makes us faster, smarter and more innovative than our competition. For the past 21 years, my high-profile client has been getting customers of failed authorised financial services firms back on track. Their strength is in their numbers. Since 2001, they have helped 6.5m customers and paid back £26bn in compensation. Over the years they have continually strived to be better, faster, and more empathetic to their customers' needs in an ever more complex financial world. Their people have worked together to make sure they can offer protection and reassurance every step of the way, even during the toughest of times over the last two years. As an organisation they make a difference, and in which their people truly make a difference. The Role Lead and accelerate key procurement transformation initiatives alongside the Procurement Manager in reshaping and modernising the procurement function, operating at a senior level with a high degree of autonomy and providing independent leadership across key initiatives. The role will focus on driving consistency across the procurement lifecycle, identifying and enabling digital transformation opportunities, and embedding a centre-led Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) framework. This is not a BAU sourcing role; focus is on transformation, frameworks and process improvement rather than running tenders. Key Responsibilities • Procurement Function Transformation, • Provide oversight and expert guidance in the development and implementation of standardised procurement documents (templates, guidance, toolkits) covering the full procurement lifecycle., • Ensure consistency, compliance and quality across all procurement documentation., • Introduce best practice approaches to improve efficiency, reduce duplication and strengthen governance., • Digital Procurement & Innovation, • Identify opportunities for digitalisation across procurement processes and activities., • Provide recommendations for short-term improvements and develop a long-term digital procurement roadmap., • Support the adoption of systems, tools and automation to enhance procurement delivery and reporting., • Supplier Relationship Management (SRM), • Support the design and embedding of a centre-led SRM framework across the organisation., • Develop process maps, templates and guidance to enable effective implementation., • Promote consistent SRM practices, including performance management, supplier segmentation and governance structures., • Procurement Delivery, • Undertake procurement projects and sourcing activities as directed by the Procurement Manager., • Provide expert advice and support to stakeholders on procurement strategy, sourcing routes and commercial considerations., • Ensure procurement activity aligns with organisational policies, regulatory requirements and best practice., • Stakeholder Engagement & Change Management, • Engage with internal stakeholders to support the adoption of new processes, tools and frameworks., • Provide guidance and training where required to embed changes., • Act as a trusted advisor to stakeholders at all levels. Essential Criteria Experience & Knowledge • Significant experience operating at a senior level within procurement., • Proven experience in procurement transformation and change management, particularly relating to processes, templates and governance., • Strong expertise in Supplier Relationship Management (SRM), including framework design and implementation., • Demonstrable experience in digitising procurement processes or delivering procurement technology improvements. Skills & Competencies • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify and implement improvements., • Excellent stakeholder engagement and influencing skills, including working with senior leadership., • Ability to develop practical tools, templates and frameworks that drive consistency and efficiency., • Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities. Personal Attributes • Proactive and results-driven with a focus on delivery., • Collaborative approach with the ability to build strong working relationships., • Adaptable and comfortable working in a changing environment. Desirable Criteria • Experience in public sector procurement. Candidates must show evidence of the above in their CV to be considered. Please be advised if you haven't heard from us within 48 hours then unfortunately your application has not been successful on this occasion, we may however keep your details on file for any suitable future vacancies and contact you. We use generative AI tools to support our candidate screening process. This helps us ensure a fair, consistent, and efficient experience for all applicants. Rest assured, all final decisions are made by our hiring team, and your application will be reviewed with care and attention.

The Skills You'll Need: Project Manager, Program Management Your New Salary: £45 per hour = £87,750 per annum (pro rata) Hybrid 6 month temporary Start: ASAP Working hours: 37.5 hours Project Manager, Program Management - What You'll be Doing: • Develop detailed project plans and schedules, including process activities., • Manage the execution of project tasks, ensuring timely completion and adherence to project goals., • Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment and collaboration., • Facilitate clear and consistent communication among all collaborators, including team members, executives, and external partners., • Regularly update project team members on project progress and address concerns., • Build and nurture strong relationships with senior stakeholders by aligning project initiatives with business priorities., • Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and issues., • Develop and implement risk management strategies to ensure project success., • Identify process and ways of working gaps; document problem statements and work cross-functionally to recommend and implement solutions., • Conduct data analysis to forecast project performance and identify trends., • Prepare and deliver high-level presentations and process documentation to stakeholders, project team members, and executive partners., • Track project performance against critical metrics and generate regular progress reports., • Drive continuous improvement initiatives and manage opportunities for process optimization., • Proactively identify and leverage opportunities for process improvement and change management needs. Project Manager, Program Management - The Skills You'll Need to Succeed: • Previous years experience in project management of medium - large, complex projects., • Proven capability to lead and deliver outcomes on large, global, multifaceted projects., • Advanced proficiency in project management tools and delivery techniques., • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, complemented by the ability to deliver engaging presentations., • PMP (Project Management Professional) or a comparable project management certification, • Experience in the technology or consumer electronics sector., • Experience delivering large scale systems implementations., • Experience/knowledge of supply chain, operations, and logistics projects., • Experience/knowledge of Target Operating Model design. Please follow us on Linkedin: company/people-first-team-japan We would be grateful if you could send your CV as a Word document. If your application is successful, you will be contacted within 7 days. We regret that due to the high volume of applications we receive we cannot provide feedback on individual CVs. Please note that we can only consider candidates who are eligible to work in the UK and are able to provide relevant supporting documentation. People First is committed to increasing diversity, and maintaining an inclusive workplace culture. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of their ethnicity, race, gender, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, age, marital status or whether or not they have a disability. People First (Recruitment) Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent and fixed term contract recruitment and as an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Please note that by applying for this job you accept our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy which can be found on our website.

Organisational Change Project Manager London Outside IR35£350-£410 per dayMax 2 weeks noticeThis is a delivery-focused contract for a small public sector company, delivering a change programme tied to a live service transition. You will take ownership of moving an established grant delivery function between two organisations while maintaining continuity, alongside shaping a new operating model for future delivery. This is a hands-on role with clear milestones, complex stakeholders, and immediate impact.The Role and Deliverables • Lead the migration of an existing grant delivery function and team from one organisation into a new operating structure, ensuring no disruption to live services., • Manage end-to-end delivery of a defined project plan covering legal agreements, financial flows, governance, systems, and data ownership between two public sector entities., • Oversee workforce transition activity, including staff transfer, consultation, and alignment of roles, working closely with HR and legal teams., • Coordinate cross-functional workstreams including HR, legal, finance, IT, and data to deliver a fully operational service in the new structure., • Develop a second project plan to stand up a new grant management function, including target operating model, governance, and delivery processes., • Provide programme governance, including RAID management, reporting, and executive-level updates to senior stakeholders and board-level forums.Your Skills & Experience, • Strong experience delivering organisational change tied to live service transitions or operating model redesign., • Proven track record managing workforce change such as TUPE, restructures, or team migrations., • Experience delivering programmes involving multiple organisations, governance structures, and senior stakeholders., • Strong capability across programme planning, governance, risk management, and executive reporting., • Experience working across HR, legal, finance, and operational teams to deliver end-to-end change., • Confidence operating in politically sensitive or highly governed environments, ideally within the public sector.

We are working closely with a growing SaaS software product business operating at an exciting stage of development, looking for an experienced, Project Manager. With a newly built and refreshed product platform, an expanding customer base, and multiple simultaneous delivery streams running across the business, they need an exceptional Project Manager to keep everything moving. This is a broad, high-visibility role working directly alongside six Heads of Department - and a genuine opportunity to make a real impact. Location: UK-based – Southeast, Central, East / West Midlands preferred (office in Oxfordshire / Bucks area) but otherwise flexible with remote working available. London is fine - if you are willing to visit Oxfordshire on occassion! Salary: up to £70,000 pro rata (£60K - £70K range), plus a benefits package. Working arrangement: flexible / remote-friendly. South central England. Contract type: Six-month fixed term, with the potential to extend or transition to a permanent position for the right person. Immediately available, or able to start within two weeks What you'll be doing • Managing a portfolio of concurrent project streams across the business - from initial scoping (with Department heads) and planning through to delivery, tracking dependencies and progress across all departments., • Working closely with six Heads of Department as your primary stakeholders, ensuring visibility, alignment, and clear communication across every workstream., • Owning the plan, not the delivery - you will work with the teams to drive progress, identify risks, and remove blockers rather than delivering directly yourself., • Keeping senior stakeholders informed with clear, concise updates and ensuring nothing falls through the cracks across a diverse and fast-moving project landscape. What you need to bring • Proven experience as a Project Manager managing multiple concurrent projects streams in a SaaS, product or modern working environment. Software company, end user, or consultancy experience all work., • Outstanding organisational skills and attention to detail - you can hold a large number of moving parts in your head and know exactly where each project stands at any given moment., • Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and align senior leaders across multiple departments without direct authority., • A structured but pragmatic approach - you know when to follow process and when to be flexible, and you bring calm clarity to complex, fast-moving situations., • Immediately available, or able to start within two weeks. Why you'll love this job • This is a genuinely varied role with real breadth - you will touch product, commercial, and operational delivery, giving you exposure across the whole business rather than a narrow workstream., • You will have a direct line to senior leadership and real influence over how projects land, with the potential to shape how the business manages delivery going forward., • There is a clear runway beyond the initial six months - this role has strong potential to extend or convert to a permanent position for someone who makes it their own. If you are an experienced Project Manager available immediately and looking for a role where you can make a tangible difference from day one, we would love to hear from you. Apply now with your CV!

IT Manager An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced IT Manager to join a highly respected organisation in the heart of London on a six-month interim contract. This pivotal role offers you the chance to lead and shape the delivery of IT operations, infrastructure, cloud services, and cybersecurity capabilities, combining your technical expertise with supportive team leadership. Hybrid working and the client is offering £70K-£75K. IT Manager Salary: £70,00 - £75,000 6 Months FTC potential to go perm Location: London Client: An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced IT Manager to join a highly respected organisation in the heart of London on a six-month interim contract. This pivotal role offers you the chance to lead and shape the delivery of IT operations, infrastructure, cloud services, and cybersecurity capabilities, combining your technical expertise with supportive team leadership. You role: You will be at the forefront of driving technology improvements, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring robust security measures are in place. The position provides a unique blend of hands-on technical involvement and strategic influence, allowing you to make a tangible impact across the organisation. With flexible working arrangements and exposure to high-level decision-making, this is an ideal role for someone who thrives in a collaborative environment and is passionate about delivering excellent IT services. • Take ownership of all core IT systems and infrastructure, ensuring seamless performance, security, and availability across platforms while supporting a motivated team., • Play a key advisory role to senior colleagues, shaping IT strategy and providing expert guidance on digital transformation projects that drive organisational success., • Oversee and manage Azure-based services, applications, and environments while maintaining system availability across both internal and third-party hosted platforms., • Implement and maintain comprehensive cybersecurity controls such as multi-factor authentication, endpoint security, and conditional access policies to safeguard organisational data., • Monitor for security risks, incidents, and vulnerabilities; respond promptly to ensure compliance with data protection standards in collaboration with legal teams., • Lead a small but highly motivated team by providing day-to-day direction for IT support services, acting as an escalation point for complex technical issues., • Maintain high levels of user satisfaction by ensuring timely resolution of incidents, service requests, and problems while triaging bugs effectively between internal colleagues and external suppliers., • Manage relationships with external vendors supporting infrastructure, applications, and services., • Deliver technical projects across infrastructure, security, and digital services throughout the project lifecycle from requirements gathering through to project closure. What you bring: • Extensive hands-on experience managing Microsoft Azure environments as well as Microsoft 365 applications within medium or large organisations., • A thorough understanding of infrastructure management including networking principles and endpoint device administration across diverse platforms., • Demonstrated expertise in implementing cybersecurity controls such as multi-factor authentication (MFA), endpoint protection solutions, conditional access policies, and data protection protocols., • Proven track record troubleshooting complex technical issues involving both hardware and software components within enterprise settings., • Experience leading or managing small IT teams with a focus on nurturing talent through clear communication, delegation of tasks, setting objectives, performance management, and issue resolution., • Strong project management skills evidenced by successful delivery of multiple concurrent workstreams using recognised methodologies while establishing effective governance structures., • Ability to communicate complex technical information clearly in plain English to non-technical stakeholders at all levels within an organisation., • Experience coordinating cross-departmental projects involving multiple stakeholders; adept at delegating tasks appropriately while maintaining accountability for outcomes., • Excellent written and verbal communication skills enabling you to present arguments persuasively using evidence-based reasoning when engaging senior stakeholders., • Outstanding organisational abilities allowing you to plan workloads efficiently for yourself and others while prioritising tasks according to business needs. What you get in return: £70,00 - £75,000 depending on experience. What's next: If you are ready to take on a rewarding challenge where your expertise can make a real difference then this could be the perfect next step for you! Apply today by clicking on the link provided-your future as an influential IT Manager awaits! Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates

Technical Project Manager / 9 month contract / London / £450-£500pd (Inside IR35)I am currently looking for a contract Technical PM to join a client of ours on an initial 9 month contract. This will require you to go onsite 4 days per week and has been determined inside IR35. You will mostly be working on internal custom applications, managing multi projects and working within an agile environment. Skills & experience needed: • Strong technical understanding of development and delivery (not hands on, but able to have technical discussions), • Agile project management experience, • Experienced on custom internal applications, • Strong portfolio governance experience, • Process driven project management, • Technical understanding and familiarity of the Microsoft technology stackFor this position we are able to wait up to 2 weeks notice for the right candidate. Please note the in office working is non-negotiable. If of interest, please apply with your latest CV and I will be in touch to discuss in more detail. Best,Connor

We're looking for a Programme Manager for a public sector organisation, based remotely, on an initial 7-month contract, paying up to £700 per day (Inside IR35, Umbrella). There may be occasional travel required to Bristol, London, or Birmingham for meetings. The successful Programme Manager will lead delivery across multiple workstreams within a large-scale, multi-year digital and business transformation programme. You'll translate programme vision into structured delivery plans, drive adoption of new ways of working, and ensure transformation remains business-led rather than purely technology-driven. You'll work closely with senior stakeholders including the Programme SRO and Delivery Director, operating across governance, risk, planning, and benefits realisation. You will need proven experience working with the following: • Leading complex transformation programmes spanning digital, data, and business change, • Structured programme governance, assurance, and reporting, • Risk, issue, and dependency management across multiple workstreams, • Senior stakeholder engagement and influencing across complex organisations, • Financial management, including budget oversight and resource allocation, • Agile, waterfall, or hybrid delivery approaches, • Business case development and benefits realisation You'll also need practical exposure to delivery environments including areas such as: • Operating in lean, matrix team structures, • Managing programme plans, budgets, and delivery against time, cost, and quality expectations, • Driving organisational change and new ways of working at scale Public sector or government experience would be beneficial, as would familiarity with Government Project Delivery standards and exposure to commercial transformation programmes. MSP or APMQ qualification is highly desirable. Interested? Please apply below. Programme Manager, Senior Programme Manager, Transformation Programme Manager, Digital Change Manager, Business Change Manager, Digital Transformation, Business Change, Operating Model, Data Transformation, Governance, Risk Management, Stakeholder Management, MSP, APMQ, Agile, Waterfall, Bristol, London, Birmingham, Remote, Hybrid/Remote, Contract, Inside IR35

Retail Project Manager Shopping Centre / Retail Delivery Stratford, East London Ongoing Contract: 9 12 months. Rate: £350 Per day. We are working with a major destination retail and mixed-use asset seeking an experienced Retail Project Manager to join their Centre Management team in Stratford. This role sits within the Retail Delivery function and is responsible for managing the coordination, communication, compliance and delivery of retail units from agreement stage through to tenant fit-out and store opening. The successful candidate will act as the key interface between tenants, consultants, leasing, construction, development and centre management teams to ensure units are delivered on programme, compliant and ready for trade. Key Responsibilities • Manage retail delivery projects from pre-handover through to tenant opening, • Produce and maintain detailed project delivery programmes, • Ensure all key retail delivery milestones are achieved and documented, • Coordinate communication between leasing, development, construction and operational teams, • Manage tenant and consultant relationships throughout the fit-out process, • Oversee change control procedures and monitor associated cost requests, • Ensure Agreement for Lease obligations are fully captured and delivered, • Work closely with design teams to ensure tenant designs align with programme ...

Social Housing Planned Works Contracts Manager A fantastic opportunity for a Social Housing Planned Works Contracts Manager with construction, housing, contract management and project delivery experience to lead major planned works and investment programmes. If youve also worked in the following roles, wed also like to hear from you: Contract Manager, Planned Works Manager, Building Surveyor, Major Works Manager, Contracts Surveyor SALARY: £57,003 to £65,000 per annum + Benefits LOCATION: Hybrid working role split between the office in Ealing (W5) and site visits JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent WORKING HOURS: 35 Hours across 5 Days per Week JOB OVERVIEW We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a Social Housing Planned Works Contracts Manager to join a busy Assets team, leading planned maintenance, cyclical works, fire remediation and decarbonisation programmes across a housing portfolio. As the Social Housing Planned Works Contracts Manager you will manage contractors, consultants and project teams...

Great opportunity for someone with experience managing operational workstreams to work for a huge UK juggernaut on a continued journey to evolve their processes. So, if you’re an enthusiastic and dynamic contract employee that’s eager for a new and exciting challenge within a highly regarded and

Support the Contract Manager and Healthy Communities Team to provide reports as and when and secure appropriate funding. To undertake any other duties at the request of the line manager which are commensurate with the role, including project work, internal job rotation and absence cover. Healthy Com