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Description Location: Farnborough, Hampshire Duration: 2 year fixed term contract (FTC) Looking for an opportunity to make an impact?.. Role Overview: We are seeking a Senior Contracts Manager for Leidos Innovations UK Ltd in the UK Defence portfolio working on accounts with the Ministry of Defence. Assists and reports directly to the Contracts & Supply Chain Director. Main Duties and Responsibilities: • Provides commercial, contractual and technical interpretation on contract terms and conditions, • experienced in MOD contracting, • Leads on contractual interactions with the Customer, • Leads on identification and preparation of contract change proposals, • Review, scrutinize, and develop operational process flows, • Ensure that the financial aspects and impact of the contract are clear to all parties, • Ensure that all stakeholders, such as administration, operations, and finance understand and adhere to contractual obligations, • Develop and maintain good working relationships with the customer commercial/contracts team, • Take an active role in the performance of the contract and proactively working to identify risks, issues and opportunities and develop and implement strategies to mitigate the risks, resolve the issues and capitalize on the opportunities, and will be willing to cross functional lines to provide support to the programme leadership team when and where needed, • Regular intensive weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual technical and financial governance meetings in a fast-paced environment, • Ability to operate independently and communicate effectively, both internally, with technical staff, peers, and management as well as externally, with customers, regulators and others, • Strong comprehension of programme technical performance metrics and financial status, • Excellent written and verbal communications skills, • Liaison with other Leidos operating units and corporate departments where applicable Skills Required: • Bachelor's degree in business or equivalent, • Substantial experience including experience managing large programmes/contracts employing complex business models Skills Desired: • Master’s degree in business or a related field, • Experience managing and negotiating contracts with UK Government or Ministry of Defence Clearance Requirements: BPSS Pre-screening required to Start SC required for the role Intrigued? We’d love to hear from you... What we do for you: At Leidos we are PASSIONATE about customer success, UNITED as a team and INSPIRED to make a difference. We offer meaningful and engaging careers, a collaborative culture, and support for your career goals, all while nurturing a healthy work-life balance. We provide an employment package that attracts, develops and retains only the best in talent. Our reward scheme includes: • Contributory Pension Scheme, • Private Medical Insurance, • 33 days Annual Leave (including public and privilege holidays), • Access to Flexible benefits (including life assurance, health schemes, gym memberships, annual buy and sell holidays and a cycle to work scheme), • Flexible Working Scheme Commitment to Diversity: We welcome applications from every part of the community and are committed to a truly diverse and inclusive culture. We foster a sense of belonging, welcoming all perspectives and contributions, and providing equal access to opportunities and resources for everyone. If you have a disability or need any reasonable adjustments during the application and selection stages please let us know, and we will respond in a way that best fits your needs. Who We Are: _ – we work to make the world safer, healthier, and more efficient through technology, engineering and science. Leidos is a growing company delivering innovative technology and solutions focused on safeguarding critical capabilities and transformation in frontline services, our work in the United Kingdom includes addressing some of the most complex problems in defence, healthcare, government, safety and security, and transportation. What Makes Us Different: Purpose: you can use your passion and abilities at Leidos to keep the people you care about safe. We are at the forefront of machine learning, AI, cyber security and solutions. Using your skills in the technology frontline by helping to build a safer world. You can inspire change. Collaboration: having flexibility to do your job is one of our core benefits, enabling you to become part of our extraordinary team. We have been empowering our people to work flexibly for years. Whether you work from home, the office or on customer sites, we will give you the digital tools and the flexibility to work smarter and align your needs and ours. People: Leidos empowers people from every background to be themselves and gives you the tools to learn new skills by enabling growth whilst developing. We believe that extraordinary people need opportunities to grow, to be inspired and to inspire others. At Leidos, we invest in technical academies, career rotations and a career development plans that enhance your future. If you're looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo — because the mission demands it. We're not hiring followers. We're recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We're already at step 30 — and moving faster than anyone else dares. For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above. £58,400.00-£74,900.00 The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law. About Leidos Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit _. Pay and Benefits Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at _. Securing Your Data Beware of fake employment opportunities using Leidos’ name. Leidos will never ask you to provide payment-related information during any part of the employment application process (i.e., ask you for money), nor will Leidos ever advance money as part of the hiring process (i.e., send you a check or money order before doing any work). Further, Leidos will only communicate with you through emails that are generated by the Leidos.com automated system – never from free commercial services (e.g., Gmail, Yahoo, Hotmail) or via WhatsApp, Telegram, etc. If you received an email purporting to be from Leidos that asks for payment-related information or any other personal information (e.g., about you or your previous employer), and you are concerned about its legitimacy, please make us aware immediately by emailing us at _. If you believe you are the victim of a scam, contact your local law enforcement and report the incident to the _. Commitment to Non-Discrimination All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.

HB Partners are delighted to be partnering with a well-established and high-performing Multi-Academy Trust to recruit an experienced and strategic Finance Director. This is a key senior leadership role, offering the opportunity to shape financial strategy, drive operational excellence, and support long-term sustainability across a complex and evolving organisation. The Opportunity Reporting into the... ZIPC1_UKTJ

As Chief Financial Officer, you will work closely with the CEO, COO and Board. Your new companyAbbeyfield Wey Valley Society presents a compelling opportunity if you are looking for a broad CFO role with the chance to make a true impact. The current incumbent, James believes “This is a very broad role and is perfect for someone who wants to be involved in more than just producing the Budgets & Management Accounts. There’s a fair amount happening in the next five years, from a £5m extension to one of our homes, to expanding our offering to new areas and potentially building a new c £10m care home, as well as helping to formulate both strategy and tactics with the leadership team and CEO, Sally. Your colleagues are a great bunch of people, and you will love working with them! It really helps if you have a strong sense of humour, are outgoing and don’t take yourself too seriously!” Your new role As Chief Financial Officer, you will work closely with the CEO, COO and Board, providing strategic financial leadership while ensuring robust operational management across finance, HR, legal matters and systems. This is a hands-on, fully office-based position, suited to someone who enjoys combining strategic oversight with day-to-day involvement and who thrives within a positive, fun and collaborative team culture.This is a broad and influential role with real scope to shape the Society’s long-term direction and future success. Key responsibilitiesStrategy & Planning • Support the development of organisational strategy and business planning., • Use your knowledge and experience to proactively originate new ideas to discuss with the CEO., • Identify funding opportunities and support budget development for new initiatives., • Lead forward-looking financial strategies with a focus on risk, sustainability and growth., • Oversee budgeting, capital planning and KPI frameworks. Operations • Play an integral role in executive-level decision-making., • Build strong, collaborative relationships across the organisation and support non-finance colleagues., • Develop and enhance financial systems and processes., • Manage investment relationships to maximise returns., • Lead the finance function and oversee payroll, purchasing and transactional processes., • Oversee due diligence, acquisitions and potential divestments., • Lead the development and maintenance of the Society’s IT systems. Financial Reporting • Ensure accurate and timely reporting to the Charity Commission, Companies House, Homes England, the Regulator of Social Housing and the ONS., • Present financial results and insights to the Board, Finance Committee and CEO. Financial Risk Management • Identify key financial and operational risks and implement mitigation strategies., • Oversee legal matters related to the Society’s financial assets., • Maintain robust internal controls and ensure full regulatory compliance., • Review insurance cover and ensure audit readiness., • Lead the relationship with external auditors and follow up on recommendations. Funding & Cash Management • Lead cash flow management and financial forecasting., • Arrange financing and third-party funding as required., • Oversee investment portfolios and protect the Society’s funds. Stakeholder & Third-Party Management • Build strong relationships with banks, investment advisers and insurers., • Represent the Society in financial and legal matters., • Monitor and report third-party performance to the Board. Additional Responsibilities • Maintain ongoing professional development., • Promote equality, diversity and human rights within the organisation., • Keep abreast of sector developments and relevant legislation., • Undertake additional duties as required by the CEO.What you'll need to succeedQualifications & Experience, • ACA/ACCA/CIMA (or equivalent) qualification., • Minimum seven years’ progressive experience, ideally within a not-for-profit environment or SME., • At least three years at CFO or Finance Director level (exceptional Financial Controllers will be considered)., • Proven experience working with Boards and executive leadership., • Excellent written and verbal communication skills., • A collaborative approach with the ability to support and influence non-finance colleagues., • A broad understanding of organisational performance beyond finance. Key Skills • Strategic planning and organisational vision., • Financial strategy, modelling and planning., • Strong budgeting, forecasting and analytical skills., • Experience improving systems and processes., • Commercial acumen and sound financial judgement., • Team leadership and cross-functional collaboration., • Ability to review and interpret legal documentation., • Acts as a trusted partner and sounding board to the CEO. Soft Skills • Approachable, personable and easygoing style., • A sense of humour and ability to build rapport., • Intelligent, confident and clear-thinking. What you'll get in returnThis is a wide-ranging and high-impact role that offers the opportunity to make a genuine difference within an established and values-led organisation. For an ambitious, proactive finance leader who enjoys a varied remit and strategic influence, this is an exceptional career opportunity.If you’re looking for a meaningful leadership position within a supportive and forward-thinking organisation, we would welcome a conversation.This role offers an attractive salary, private healthcare, an attractive pension scheme and working with a fantastic bunch of people who truly love what they do! What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now for an informal and completely private and confidential conversation.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #4785499

Our clients are looking for an experienced Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) Manager to join their team at Farnborough. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in shaping operational performance across the Group by leading and driving the Sales and Operations Planning process. As the S&OP Manager, you will be fully accountable for the end-to-end S&OP process, working closely with Finance, Strategy, and Sector leadership teams to ensure alignment between operational delivery, financial performance, and strategic business goals. Key Responsibilities • Lead and manage the Group-wide Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) process, • Ensure alignment between operational plans and financial plans, based on consistent assumptions, • Drive financial and delivery performance through effective demand and supply planning, • Support the business in identifying, understanding, and managing risks and key decisions within the operational plan, • Monitor, report, and communicate operational performance across the Group, • Work closely with Sector teams to understand performance trends and drive continuous improvement actions, • Maintain accountability for the operational plan baseline and manage changes while ensuring alignment with strategy and financial objectives, • Oversee S&OP systems, tools, and processes to maximise effectiveness and support continuous improvement Essential Experience • Significant experience leading Sales and Operations Planning within a large, complex matrix organisation, • Proven experience working with a broad range of internal and external stakeholders, including senior leadership and director-level executives, • Strong leadership capability with experience building, motivating, and developing high-performing teams, • Excellent collaboration skills across geographically dispersed teams and stakeholders, • Strong operational management skills with the ability to challenge existing behaviours and improve working practices, • Highly developed negotiation and influencing skills, with the ability to build strong relationships quickly across all levels and functions Essential Qualifications • Degree-level qualification in a discipline requiring strong analytical, conceptual, and organisational skills Benefits • Matched contribution pension scheme with life assurance, • Generous holiday allowance with the option to buy additional days, • Health Cash Plan, Private Medical Insurance, and Dental Insurance options, • Employee discount portal including travel, restaurants, cinema tickets, and more, • Armed Forces Covenant Gold Award employer recognition, • Volunteering opportunities supporting charities and local communities

Description Service Architect Location: Farnborough, with flexibility to work from home dependent on business demands Salary: £58,400 - £74,900 The Role The Service Architect is part of the Service Management team which provides consistent & efficient Service Design, Service Transition, Operational Service Delivery and Continual Service Improvement to Leidos customers. The primary objective of the Service Architect is to use the Leidos product set (StarTT, SecDevOps etc.) to design services that are user centric. Responsible for the delivery of cost-effective service solutions that achieves customer’s requirements, meets mission needs and which can be fully integrated with the customer’s service eco-system. What will I be doing? The Service Architect will be responsible for varied deliverables across the Programme; Bids & Proposal • Producing Service Management responses for proposals and being the Service Lead on bids or being a Service Architect in support of the Service Lead (I.e. deputy)., • Delivering an overall service architecture that meets the needs of the customer and Leidos strategy., • Working with the Project Lead (Programme or Project Manager) to develop an implementation plan to deliver the service architecture in line with overall customer and programme timelines., • Creation of a Basis of Estimate (BOE) to establish the level of effort for all operations and the effort to stand the service up from an SM perspective., • Ensuring Service Management resources are underwritten with the Leidos Service Director., • Creation and management of Service Management RAID logs., • Working closely with the Solution Architect Lead Engineer and SMEs to ensure the technical solution and engineering BOEs they develop support the service architecture principles., • Translating customer requirements and contractual obligations into a Service solution., • Providing thought leadership in relation to service architecture., • Managing bid workload to a costed budget., • Working in collaboration with Solution Leads, Programme, SME’s, Capture, Sales and Bid teams., • Performing peer reviews (Solution Overview, HLDs, Delivery plans etc.) as required to ensure that high-quality proposals are submitted., • Performing audits, standards compliance checks and due diligence as required., • Upon contract award (and dependent on Service Architecture availability), responsible for the implementation of solutions and subsequent handover to the Service Delivery and Operations teams. Service Design • All aspects of Service Design, creating Service Design Plans (SDPs) and using Service Delivery patterns and common sub-processes to support solution development., • Collaborating with Solution Architect and Chief Engineer to develop Service Management architecture., • Collaborating with Programme or Project Management to lead on service elements of delivery to enable the transition the service into live production., • Identifying and managing service risks, dependencies and issues appropriately aligned to the Service Delivery Plan., • Involvement in transitioning new services from Projects to Business as Usual (BAU) through formal Service Transition processes and Service Readiness Review gates. Service Implementation • Reporting into the role of the Service Delivery Manager (SDM) to ensure the service model is fit for operational purpose, support and management (maintainable and adaptable) and in line with the Customer and Leidos strategy., • Liaising with Programme Management, Service Delivery, and customers to assure delivery of quality service products on time and to budget., • Ensuring teams involved with delivery of the service have their processes and supporting artefacts., • Supporting transformation of the customer organisation to an ITIL based model., • Working closely with the Service Operations team to ensure that implemented or changed services can deliver to target service levels and performance indicators. CSI • Championing Service Management and associated processes and procedures within the organisation, operating within the ITIL frameworks and compliant with ISO20000., • Identifying areas of improvement., • Establishing CSI mechanisms for the life of the service. What does Leidos need from me? To be successful in this role you will have experience in designing full end-to-end service solutions in large scale enterprise environments. You will need good understanding of enterprise IT technologies infrastructure components and business processes. You will be highly experienced and qualified in service management frameworks (ITIL) and their practical implementation. Experienced in large scale outsourcing bid responses, particularly government model contract. The Service Architect must have: • A detailed knowledge of Service Delivery concepts and techniques., • A strong operational understanding of service supply chains., • Experience of Service Design for major IT systems and services., • Experience of supporting new business development activities and creating value propositions around our service portfolio., • The ability to write coherent, concise, and readable technical documentation., • Providing input to the pre-sales process to facilitate submission of high-quality achievable proposals., • Strong stakeholder management and interpersonal skills, interfacing/presenting to director level., • Experience of developing service-based process and procedures in a commercial environment., • Experience of driving through service improvement activities., • Understanding of how technology, process, tools and people combine together to provide effective solutions., • Experience in selecting and applying Service Management principles, policies, and techniques in client operational environments., • The ability to work under pressure and to deadlines, with a flexible and pragmatic approach., • Experience of working in a matrix management environment., • Awareness and understanding of ITSCM and Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery., • Excellent verbal communication skills including presenting., • Client Relationship Management - Build effective relationships with client team at all levels., • Understanding of SecDevOps function and agile development methodologies., • Experience of the development of complex IT services including customer liaison management., • Experience and knowledge of financial management, cost centre control and project planning and delivery., • Experience of developing SLAs and operational procedures in a commercial environment., • Good strategic planning and organisational skills., • Excellent leadership and people management skills - good team builder and leader. It would be desirable if you had: • Ability to grasp complex technical information quickly, assimilate and explain to non-technical audiences., • An understanding of Service integration and management (SIAM) management methodologies., • As awareness of ITSM Tooling technologies and how they can be used and configure to best serve our customers. Key Qualifications: • ITIL v3 / 4 certification Clearance Requirements: You will be required to gain UK SC (Security Clearance) for this role. To be eligible for this role you must have UK Citizenship and been a resident in the UK for minimum 5 years. What we do for you: At Leidos we are PASSIONATE about customer success, UNITED as a team and INSPIRED to make a difference. We offer meaningful and engaging careers, a collaborative culture, and support for your career goals, all while nurturing a healthy work-life balance. We provide an employment package that attracts, develops and retains only the best in talent. Our reward scheme includes: • Contributory Pension Scheme, • Private Medical Insurance, • 33 days Annual Leave (including public and privilege holidays), • Access to Flexible benefits (including life assurance, health schemes, gym memberships, annual buy and sell holidays and a cycle to work scheme), • Flexi-Time Working Commitment to Diversity: We welcome applications from every part of the community and are committed to a truly diverse and inclusive culture. We foster a sense of belonging, welcoming all perspectives and contributions, and providing equal access to opportunities and resources for everyone. If you have a disability or need any reasonable adjustments during the application and selection stages please let us know, and we will respond in a way that best fits your needs. Who We Are: _ – we work to make the world safer, healthier, and more efficient through technology, engineering and science. Leidos is a growing company delivering innovative technology and solutions focused on safeguarding critical capabilities and transformation in frontline services, our work in the United Kingdom includes addressing some of the most complex problems in defence, healthcare, government, safety and security, and transportation. What Makes Us Different: Purpose: you can use your passion and abilities at Leidos to keep the people you care about safe. We are at the forefront of machine learning, AI, cyber security and solutions. Using your skills in the technology frontline by helping to build a safer world. You can inspire change. Collaboration: having flexibility to do your job is one of our core benefits, enabling you to become part of our extraordinary team. We have been empowering our people to work flexibly for years. Whether you work from home, the office or on customer sites, we will give you the digital tools and the flexibility to work smarter and align your needs and ours. People: Leidos empowers people from every background to be themselves and gives you the tools to learn new skills by enabling growth whilst developing. We believe that extraordinary people need opportunities to grow, to be inspired and to inspire others. At Leidos, we invest in technical academies, career rotations and a career development plans that enhance your future. If you're looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo — because the mission demands it. We're not hiring followers. We're recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We're already at step 30 — and moving faster than anyone else dares. For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above. £58,400.00-£74,900.00 The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law. About Leidos Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit _. Pay and Benefits Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at _. Securing Your Data Beware of fake employment opportunities using Leidos’ name. Leidos will never ask you to provide payment-related information during any part of the employment application process (i.e., ask you for money), nor will Leidos ever advance money as part of the hiring process (i.e., send you a check or money order before doing any work). Further, Leidos will only communicate with you through emails that are generated by the Leidos.com automated system – never from free commercial services (e.g., Gmail, Yahoo, Hotmail) or via WhatsApp, Telegram, etc. If you received an email purporting to be from Leidos that asks for payment-related information or any other personal information (e.g., about you or your previous employer), and you are concerned about its legitimacy, please make us aware immediately by emailing us at _. If you believe you are the victim of a scam, contact your local law enforcement and report the incident to the _. Commitment to Non-Discrimination All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws. #Remote

At Places for People, we hire People, not numbers! So, if you like the sound of one of our jobs, please apply - you could be just who we're looking for! Of course, experience and track record are important, but we're more interested in hiring someone that embodies our People Promises. That's someone that does the right thing, is enthusiastic and motivated to grow, believes in Community spirit, is respectful and enjoys their work. As the UK's leading Social Enterprise, we don't discriminate based on any protected attribute.. In fact, we're dedicated to creating inclusive and thriving Communities for both our Customers and Employees. \n So, what are you waiting for? Join a community that cares about you! \n \n More about your role \n We are recruiting two Regional Operations Directors as part of a significant transformation within Places Leisure, introducing a critical leadership layer between our National Operations Director and our Area Manager population. These are high-impact, senior leadership roles responsible for leading large, complex, multi-site operations across either our North & Central or South regions. \n You will be accountable for delivering strong commercial and operational performance across a significant portfolio of leisure contracts, with responsibility for driving measurable growth in revenue, membership and customer engagement across a multi‑million-pound operation. \n You set and deliver the operating strategy for leisure contracts, driving performance against agreed KPIs, profit targets and long‑term business plans. You will lead large-scale cultural and operational change, creating a more consistent and high-performing operating model across geographically dispersed teams. \n You lead commercial growth by using data and insight to increase footfall, membership and revenue across multiple sites, while ensuring strong operational standards, brand consistency and compliance. You own the customer and client experience, building senior relationships, managing risk and supporting contract renewals. \n You develop and lead Area Managers, create a high‑performance culture, manage financial performance, champion digital and transformation initiatives, and drive continuous improvement across operations in partnership with wider support teams. \n More about you \n Essential Criteria \n\n • Experience in a similar role operating at Regional / Director level within a large-scale, multi-site, customer-facing business (for example leisure, hospitality, retail or healthcare), with complexity comparable to Places Leisure \n\n\n, • Proven accountability for commercial performance, including revenue growth, profit delivery, cost control and KPI achievement, with ownership of a significant P&L (ideally within a large, multi-site environment) \n\n\n, • Strong leadership capability, with experience developing senior managers, driving high performance and leading through change across geographically dispersed teams \n\n\n, • Demonstrable ability to use data, insight and digital tools to inform decisions, drive performance and present clearly to senior stakeholders \n\n\n, • Strong track record of managing client relationships, compliance and operational risk while delivering consistent customer experience and brand standards \n\n \n \n More About you \n You have extensive experience leading large teams in fast‑paced frontline environments such as leisure, hospitality or retail, with responsibility at a similar operational scale. You bring strong commercial and financial capability, including accountability for large budgets and profit and loss performance, and you use data and digital tools to make informed decisions and present clear insights to senior leaders. \n You are likely to be currently operating at a Regional or Director-level role, and will bring experience of leading large, geographically dispersed teams through transformation and change. \n You communicate confidently and credibly at all levels, lead through change with resilience, and adapt your leadership style to motivate and inspire teams across a geographically dispersed operation while building strong internal and external partnerships. \n \n Benefits \n We are a large diverse and ambitious business, which will give you all the challenge you could wish for. \n We know that there's always more we can do to make you smile, that's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package with each role, yours will include: \n\n • Pension with matched contributions up to 7% \n\n\n, • Excellent holiday package – 33 days annual leave with the option to buy or sell leave \n\n\n, • Car allowance \n\n\n, • Cashback plan for healthcare costs – up to £500 saving per year \n\n\n, • A bonus scheme for all colleagues at 15% \n\n\n, • Training and development \n\n\n, • Extra perks including huge discounts and offers from shops, cinemas and much \n\n more. 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We're happy to work with you to ensure you have the opportunity to perform at your best. \n If you are a Places for People customer and you're looking for support with your application, please contact our skills and employment team on skillsemployment@placesforpeople.co.uk. \n We understand the importance of a supportive and inclusive work culture so please talk to us at interview about flexibility you may need. We can't promise to give you exactly what you want, but we promise not to judge you for asking. For this role we are open to discussing the possibility of reduced hours, flexible start and finish times or compressed hours. \n \n If you are a recruitment agency please note we operate a PSL and do not take cold calls Safeguarding \n At Places for People, safeguarding is everyone's responsibility. We are committed to creating safe communities for our customers and colleagues by protecting children, young people, and adults at risk from harm, abuse, and neglect. \n We follow robust safeguarding policies and procedures, ensuring all employees, volunteers, and contractors uphold the highest standards of safeguarding and accountability. Our recruitment process includes pre-employment checks, including Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks where applicable, to promote a safe and secure working environment. \n By joining Places for People, you are expected to contribute to our safeguarding culture, following our policies and reporting concerns to protect those in our communities \n \n

Chalk Hill Group has been retained by a rapidly expanding services business, based in Aldershot, in their search for a Financial Controller. Finance Director, the Financial Controller will own day to day operations of the finance function and play a key role in supporting the business through its ne

The Managing Director requires an experienced Financial Administrator in their Farnborough office who will work amongst a team of 10 other administrators of varying abilities and levels of experience. Financial Planning Administrator - support 2 advisers. The support team comprises of experienced Ad

The Director of Finance will be instrumental in identifying opportunities for automation, improving the accessibility and quality of management information, and ensuring that financial processes remain scalable as the organisation continues to grow. As part of this exciting journey, a newly created

Director of Finance – Education Sector Location: FarnhamSalary: £64,000 – £71,000 + benefitsContract: Full-time, permanentA Strategic Leadership Opportunity My client is seeking an exceptional Director of Finance to join a high-performing and ambitious Multi Academy Trust in a key leadership role. This is an outstanding opportunity for an experienced education finance professional to play a central role in shaping financial strategy, driving performance, and supporting the continued growth of a successful Trust. Working closely with the COO, CEO, Headteachers, and Trust Board, you will provide strategic financial leadership, ensuring that robust financial planning underpins high standards of education across all schools. Why This Role Stands Out This position offers far more than a traditional finance role: • A highly visible leadership position influencing Trust-wide strategy, • The opportunity to shape and develop financial direction within a growing organisation, • A varied, multi-site remit offering both challenge and complexity, • Close collaboration with senior educational leaders to deliver meaningful outcomes, • The ability to enhance systems, processes, and the overall finance function Key Responsibilities You will lead all financial activ...

Head of Finance Necessary experience: Education sectorLocation: Farnham, SurreySalary: £60k - £70kFull-time, Permanent My client is looking to appoint an accomplished Head of Finance / Finance Director to deliver strategic financial leadership across a group of companies. This is a key senior appointment, playing a central role in driving financial sustainability, operational performance, and effective financial support to senior leaders, managers, and key stakeholders. Key Responsibilities: • Lead organisation-wide financial planning, reporting, compliance, and the development of financial systems, working closely with the CFOO, CEO, and Board., • Contribute significantly to the organisation’s long-term strategy, ensuring financial resources are aligned with wider business objectives., • Deliver high-quality financial analysis and modelling to inform and support strategic decisions., • Take ownership of budgeting, forecasting, and monthly management reporting., • Ensure strong internal controls, compliance standards, and efficient financial processes are maintained., • Oversee statutory reporting, audit activity, and organisational risk management., • Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing finance team., • Support procurement activity, tender processes, and value-for-money initiatives., • Es...

Our client is an acquisitive multi site operation who seek to hire an ACA/ACCA or CIMA qualified FP&A Manager. The role will report to the FP&A Director, manage a team of 4 and suit a proven FP&A Manager looking to join a fast paced growing organisation. The business is keen to secure somebody who is happy to make positive changes and look to add real value being a key business partner to the leadership team. Responsibilities: • Lead delivery of the annual budget and rolling forecast processes, • Lead monthly performance reporting and analysis for the Group, supporting executive and divisional leadership, • Develop KPI reporting and performance analysis, including integration of acquisitions into BAU processes, • Deliver ad hoc financial analysis and modelling to support business initiatives and decision-making, • Ensure consistency and quality of reporting across divisions, • Drive reporting process improvement and automation, • Manage and develop the FP&A team; 4 direct reports A salary of £80,000-£85,000 is on offer plus bonus and benefits. ...

A fantastic opportunity for a Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) Manager has arisen to join a leading defence and advanced technology organisation at a highly strategic UK site. You'll operate at group level, owning and driving the S&OP framework across a complex matrix business, working closely with finance, strategy and senior leadership to deliver strong operational and financial performance.This is a highly visible role, ideal for a senior S&OP professional who thrives on influencing at director level, driving alignment, and embedding best-in-class planning processes across a large organisation.Role - Sales & Operations Planning Manager (S&OP Manager)Location - Farnborough (hybrid working, minimum 3 days onsite per week) Type - Permanent position Salary - Competitive + benefitsKey responsibilities of the Sales & Operations Planning Manager / S&OP Manager role include but are not limited to: • Holds full accountability for the end-to-end S&OP process across the group, ensuring alignment between operational, financial and strategic plans., • Leads effective demand and supply planning to ensure the business has the right capability and capacity in place to deliver projects successfully., • Drives financial and delivery performance through robust operational planning, risk management and decision-making processes., • Ensur...

HB Partners are delighted to be partnering with a well-established and high-performing Multi-Academy Trust to recruit an experienced and strategic Finance Director. This is a key senior leadership role, offering the opportunity to shape financial strategy, drive operational excellence, and support long-term sustainability across a complex and evolving organisation. The Opportunity Reporting into the Chief Financial Officer, you will take a lead role in delivering high-quality financial leadership across the organisation. Youll partner closely with senior stakeholders, providing insight, challenge, and direction to support strategic decision-making and organisational growth. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified finance leader who thrives in a values-driven environment and is looking to make a meaningful impact. Key Responsibilities Lead strategic financial planning, including long-term forecasting and financial modelling Oversee budgeting, management accounts, and financial reporting across multiple sites Ensure robust financial controls, compliance, and risk management processes<...

Finance Transformation Manager - Temp to Perm Type: Temp (ongoing) - Potentially Perm Location: Fleet Hours: Mon-Fri Start Date: ASAP Pay Rate: £45-80k (equivalent temp rate) DOE Our friendly client based in Fleet are looking for a highly capable and forward-thinking individual to work closely with their Finance Director to modernise the finance function and turn data into clear, meaningful business insight. This is not necessarily a traditional finance role. Instead, they are looking for someone with strong analytical, technological and communication skills who can help translate financial and operational data into visual, actionable reporting for management, while also using modern AI and automation tools to improve, streamline and upgrade legacy finance processes. This role will play an important part in helping the business better understand financial performance, trends, risks and opportunities through clearer reporting, stronger analytics, and smarter use of technology. The successful candidate will act as a bridge between finance, data, systems and leadership helping a highly capable Finance Director increase the pace, quality and impact of the function. Key Responsibilities Finance insight and reporting • Turn financial and operational da...

A fantastic opportunity for a Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) Manager has arisen to join a leading defence and advanced technology organisation at a highly strategic UK site. You'll operate at group level, owning and driving the S&OP framework across a complex matrix business, working closely with finance, strategy and senior leadership to deliver strong operational and financial performance.This is a highly visible role, ideal for a senior S&OP professional who thrives on influencing at director level, driving alignment, and embedding best-in-class planning processes across a large organisation.Role - Sales & Operations Planning Manager (S&OP Manager)Location - Farnborough (hybrid working, minimum 3 days onsite per week) Type - Permanent position Salary - Competitive + benefitsKey responsibilities of the Sales & Operations Planning Manager / S&OP Manager role include but are not limited to: • Holds full accountability for the end-to-end S&OP process across the group, ensuring alignment between operational, financial and strategic plans., • Leads effective demand and supply planning to ensure the business has the right capability and capacity in place to deliver projects successfully., • Drives financial and delivery performance through robust operational planning, risk management and decision-making processes., • Ensur...

Howett Thorpe is seeking a Director of Finance to lead strategic financial planning within a forward-thinking Multi-Academy Trust in Farnham, UK.This pivotal role involves overseeing budgeting, forecasting, and management reporting processes while supporting growth initiatives and enhancing financia

SRM Recruitment is seeking an experienced Interim Finance Director for a 6-month role in Farnborough. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in financial management and prior experience at the Finance Director level, delivering effective governance and compliance, while managing cash flow

Astute's Power Team is partnered with a global company, to recruit for an Operations & Maintenance (O&M) Reliability Manager to assist with the UK, and occasionally global, O&M matters across the fleet of Energy from Waste Power Stations. The vital O&M Reliability Manager role comes with a competitive salary + Car Allowance + Bonus + Private Medical + travel expenses + other benefits. This is a hybrid role which will involve travel across the UK as well as international travel. If you're an experienced Plant, Operations, Engineering/Maintenance Manager, who would like to work for a company who invest in professional development of their employees, then upload your CV to apply today. Responsibilities and duties Reporting to the O&M/Performance Director, you will be responsible for: Perform independent audits and inspections across O&M sites, delivering comprehensive reports, improvement initiatives, and practical recommendations to strengthen operational reliability, maintenance efficiency, and asset health. Maintain full compliance of operational and maintenance activities with legal, corporate, client, HSEQ, and industry standards, while fostering a proactive culture of safety, discipline, and ongoing improvement. Assess plant performance, maintenance practices, equipment condition, and reliability data to detect risks, optimise asset efficiency, and drive preventative and predictive maintenance efforts. Design and execute operational assurance and reliability programmes for EfW, Biomass, Renewable Gas, Biogas/AD, and industrial process plants, ensuring standardised practices and effective resolution of performance gaps. Contribute to major incident investigations, behavioural safety programmes, and cross-site knowledge sharing, providing regular operational and reliability insights to senior management and Group HSE teams Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following: Ideally a Degree in a relevant Engineering subject - those with HND/HNCs will also be considered A formal Health and Safety qualification such as IOSH or NEBOSH will be advantageous but not a necessity A full UK driving licence is a necessity given the nature of the role with travel Personal skills, prior experience and knowledge The O&M Reliability Manager would suit someone who has: Prior Senior Management experience within the O&M Team of a Power Station (ideally EfW) - those with significant Operations/Engineering Management will also be considered Strong understanding of critical plant including boiler systems, steam cycles, rotating plant, etc. Proven background in operations, maintenance, reliability, asset integrity or operational assurance roles Good financial and commercial acumen Salary and benefits of the O&M Reliability Manager role A competitive basic salary Car allowance Travel expenses Bonus Private healthcare Other benefits #LI-AP1 INDPOW Astute People are acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy. We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and comply with all relevant UK legislation. We encourage applications from individuals from all backgrounds but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Astute is also committed to the government's Disability Confident Employer initiative. We endeavour to get back to everyone, however, if you have not heard anything after 7 days, please consider your application unsuccessful. TPBN1_UKTJ

Part Time Group FD - 2 days per week - Office Based We are seeking an experienced and commercially focused Group Finance Director to support a growing privately owned international group experiencing a period of corporate restructuring, systems transformation, and strategic development. Reporting to the CEO and working closely with the Group Financial Controller the successful candidate will provide senior financial leadership across the Group, driving key strategic projects, improving financial governance, supporting future acquisition and disposal activity, and delivering tangible commercial value through operational efficiencies and cost optimisation. This is a hands-on role requiring both strategic vision and practical execution within a complex multinational environment. Key Areas of Responsibilities include : Corporate Structure & Group Reorganisation Group Financial Reporting & Consolidation International Tax & Intercompany Governance Treasury & Funding Business Systems & Transformation Management Information & Commercial Finance Business Performance & Value CreationCandidate Profile Essential Experience Qualified Finance Director (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent). Significant experience operating at Group Finance Director or CFO level. Proven track record within multinational organisations. Extensive experience managing: Multi-currency environments Intercompany transactions and recharges Group consolidations International treasury operations Strong understanding of transfer pricing and cross-border tax considerations. Experience leading complex corporate restructurings. Experience in mergers, acquisitions, disposals and post-transaction integration activities. Experience working across both corporate and SME environments. Strong stakeholder management and board-level communication skills.Personal Attributes Commercially astute and results oriented. Able to operate strategically while remaining hands-on. Strong project management and execution skills. Comfortable challenging existing processes and driving change. Pragmatic problem solver with a focus on value creation. Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously. Strong influencing and relationship-building skills. Huntress Search Ltd acts as a Recruitment Agency in relation to all Permanent roles and as a Recruitment Business in relation to all Temporary roles. We practice a diverse and inclusive recruitment process that ensures equal opportunity for all we work with, irrespective of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. As an organisation, we encourage applications from all backgrounds and will ensure measures are met when required, to allow a fair process throughout. PLEASE NOTE: We can only consider applications from candidates who have the right to work in the UK

Astute's Power Team is partnered with a global company, to recruit for an Operations & Maintenance (O&M) Reliability Manager to assist with the UK, and occasionally global, O&M matters across the fleet of Energy from Waste Power Stations. The vital O&M Reliability Manager role comes with a competitive salary + Car Allowance + Bonus + Private Medical + travel expenses + other benefits. This is a hybrid role which will involve travel across the UK as well as international travel. If you're an experienced Plant, Operations, Engineering/Maintenance Manager, who would like to work for a company who invest in professional development of their employees, then upload your CV to apply today. Responsibilities and duties Reporting to the O&M/Performance Director, you will be responsible for: Perform independent audits and inspections across O&M sites, delivering comprehensive reports, improvement initiatives, and practical recommendations to strengthen operational reliability, maintenance efficiency, and asset health. Maintain full compliance of operational and maintenance activities with legal, corporate, client, HSEQ, and industry standards, while fostering a proactive culture of safety, discipline, and ongoing improvement. Assess plant performance, maintenance practices, equipment condition, and reliability data to detect risks, optimise asset efficiency, and drive preventative and predictive maintenance efforts. Design and execute operational assurance and reliability programmes for EfW, Biomass, Renewable Gas, Biogas/AD, and industrial process plants, ensuring standardised practices and effective resolution of performance gaps. Contribute to major incident investigations, behavioural safety programmes, and cross-site knowledge sharing, providing regular operational and reliability insights to senior management and Group HSE teams Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following: Ideally a Degree in a relevant Engineering subject - those with HND/HNCs will also be considered A formal Health and Safety qualification such as IOSH or NEBOSH will be advantageous but not a necessity A full UK driving licence is a necessity given the nature of the role with travel Personal skills, prior experience and knowledge The O&M Reliability Manager would suit someone who has: Prior Senior Management experience within the O&M Team of a Power Station (ideally EfW) - those with significant Operations/Engineering Management will also be considered Strong understanding of critical plant including boiler systems, steam cycles, rotating plant, etc. Proven background in operations, maintenance, reliability, asset integrity or operational assurance roles Good financial and commercial acumen Salary and benefits of the O&M Reliability Manager role A competitive basic salary Car allowance Travel expenses Bonus Private healthcare Other benefits #LI-AP1 INDPOW Astute People are acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy. We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and comply with all relevant UK legislation. We encourage applications from individuals from all backgrounds but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Astute is also committed to the government's Disability Confident Employer initiative. We endeavour to get back to everyone, however, if you have not heard anything after 7 days, please consider your application unsuccessful

Recruitment Administrator - White Collar Construction - Farnborough £27k - £29k per annum (DOE) + OTE earnings Daniel Owen is looking for a Recruitment Administrator to join the team in our office based in Farnborough. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work closely with our team of experienced specialist consultants, recruiting within the white collar construction sector. With our comprehensive 12 week onboarding and training programme, along with working alongside one of our most knowledgeable permanent recruiters, settling into this role would be nothing short of a breeze for someone eager to learn and develop. Your impact/duties as a Recruitment Administrator: Candidate Relationships: Assisting with the recruitment process and candidate communication Talent Sourcing: Seeking out skilled individuals with the right qualifications and experience Recruitment Support: Providing general administrative support including maintaining accurate records and databases Top-Tier Service: Deliver exceptional service to ensure repeat business and outstanding recommendations Extra benefits of working as a Recruitment Administrator at Daniel Owen: Competitive Benefits: 23 days holiday per year, increasing each year up to your 5th year plus day off for your birthday Health and Well-Being: Contributory pension, private health care and life assurance. Director Incentives: Quarterly lunch incentives and personal treat vouchers Loyalty: Increased holiday with length of service and a gift of your choice at each milestone Jet-Setters Welcome: Reward trips, previous locations such as Marbella, Prague & Portugal Learning and Growth: We offer a Daniel Owen Academy for junior members of staff taking you through 12 weeks of group sessions and one to one training. Company funded recruitment specific qualifications: The company funds training and qualifications which offers all employees the opportunity to work towards MIRP Level 4 Management status Personalised one-on-onto coaching with One financial: Daniel Owen offers all employees the opportunity to unleash their financial potential and confidentially work alongside financial experts The Ideal Candidate for a Recruitment Administrator: Proven Professional: Whether in recruitment, customer service or sales, you know how to get results Motivator and Ambitious: Inspire others and aspire to progress within Daniel Owen Excellent Communicator: Posses brilliant communication skills face-to-face and via email Adaptable: Thrive in a fast-paced environment and pivot with changing priorities Organised: Able to plan, structure and manage tasks efficiently, keeping organised to meet deadlines and achieve goals If you envision a future where you're evolving, and making a significant impact within our dynamic team, please reach out to our Talent Acquisition Team for a confidential conversation. REGION123

Associate Recruiter - White Collar Construction - Farnborough £27k-£30k per annum (DOE) + OTE Earnings Daniel Owen is looking for an Associate Recruiter to join the team in our office based in Farnborough. Due to significant growth across a wide range of sectors, there is an exciting opportunity to join the team in our office based in Farnborough, specialising in permanent white collar recruitment. We have a number of live vacancies for permanent roles and it appears our extra growth will be coming from permanent placements within this busy sector. We are looking for Associate Recruiters who understand the perm recruitment process and are able to build strong candidate relationships whilst strengthening existing client relationships with the aspiration to progress in the future. Your impact/duties as an Associate Recruiter: Candidate Relationships: Not just over the phone, but face-to-face, you'll identify and develop existing and new candidate relationships Talent Sourcing: Seek out skilled individuals with the right qualifications and experience Recruitment Support: Provide general administrative support including maintaining accurate databases and candidate profiles Top-Tier Service: Deliver exceptional service to ensure repeat business and outstanding recommendations Extra benefits of working as an Associate Recruiter at Daniel Owen: Competitive Benefits: 23 days holiday per year, increasing each year up to your 5th year plus day off for your birthday Health and Well-Being: Contributory pension, private health care and life assurance. Director Incentives: Quarterly lunch incentives and personal treat vouchers Loyalty: Increased holiday with length of service and a gift of your choice at each milestone Jet-Setters Welcome: Reward trips, previous locations such as Marbella, Prague & Portugal Learning and Growth: We offer a Daniel Owen Academy for junior members of staff taking you through 12 weeks of group sessions and one to one training. Senior members of staff have their own tailored coaching and development which is typically carried out by a board member. Fast-Track Career: Our directors all climbed the ladder from within. Company funded recruitment specific qualifications: The company funds training and qualifications which offers all employees the opportunity to work towards MIRP Level 4 Management status Personalised one-on-onto coaching with One financial: Daniel Owen offers all employees the opportunity to unleash their financial potential and confidentially work alongside financial experts The Ideal Candidate for an Associate Recruiter: Proven Professional: Whether in recruitment or sales (any sector), you know how to get results. Motivator and Ambitious: Inspire others and aspire to progress to a recruitment consultant role. Excellent Communicator: Posses brilliant communication skills face-to-face and via email Adaptable: Thrive in a fast-paced environment and pivot with changing priorities. Organised: Able to plan, structure and manage tasks efficiently, keeping organised to meet deadlines and achieve goals If you envision a future where you're evolving, and making a significant impact within our dynamic team, please reach out to our Talent Acquisition Team for a confidential conversation. REGION123

At Places for People, we hire People, not numbers! So, if you like the sound of one of our jobs, please apply - you could be just whowe'relooking for! Of course, experience andtrack recordare important, butwe'remore interested in hiring someone that embodies our People Promises.That'ssomeone that does the right thing, is enthusiastic and motivated to grow, believes in Community spirit, is respectful and enjoys their work. As the UK's leading Social Enterprise, wedon'tdiscriminate based on any protectedattribute. . In fact,we'rededicated to creating inclusive and thriving Communities for both our Customers and Employees. So, what are you waiting for? Join a community that cares about you! More about your role We are recruiting two Regional Operations Directors as part of a significant transformation within Places Leisure, introducing a critical leadership layer between our National Operations Director and our Area Manager population. These are high-impact, senior leadership roles responsible for leading large, complex, multi-site operations across either our North & Central or South regions. You will be accountable for delivering strong commercial and operational performance across a significant portfolio of leisure contracts, with responsibility for driving measurable growth in revenue,membershipand customer engagement across amulti - million-poundoperation. You set and deliver the operating strategy for leisure contracts, driving performance against agreed KPIs, profit targets andlong - termbusiness plans. You will lead large-scale cultural and operational change, creating a more consistent and high-performing operating model across geographically dispersed teams. You lead commercial growth by using data and insight to increase footfall,membershipand revenue across multiple sites, while ensuring strong operational standards, brandconsistencyand compliance. You own the customer and client experience, building senior relationships, managingriskand supporting contract renewals. You develop and lead Area Managers, create ahigh - performanceculture, manage financial performance, champion digital and transformation initiatives, and drive continuous improvement across operations in partnership with wider support teams. More about you? Essential Criteria Experience in a similar role operatingat Regional / Director level within a large-scale, multi-site, customer-facing business (for example leisure,hospitality,retailor healthcare), with complexity comparable to Places Leisure Proven accountability for commercial performance, including revenue growth, profit delivery, costcontroland KPI achievement, with ownership of a significant P&L (ideally within a large, multi-site environment) Strong leadership capability, with experience developing senior managers, driving highperformanceand leading through change across geographically dispersed teams Demonstrable ability to use data,insightand digital tools to inform decisions, drive performance and present clearly to senior stakeholders Strongtrack recordof managing client relationships, compliance and operational risk while delivering consistent customer experience and brand standards You have extensive experience leading large teams infast - pacedfrontline environments such as leisure,hospitalityor retail, with responsibility at a similar operational scale. You bring strong commercial and financial capability, including accountability for large budgets and profit and loss performance, and you use data and digital tools to make informed decisions and present clear insights to senior leaders. You are likely to be currentlyoperatingat a Regional or Director-level role, and will bring experience of leading large, geographically dispersed teams through transformation and change. You communicate confidently and credibly at all levels, lead through change with resilience, and adapt your leadership style to motivate and inspire teams across a geographically dispersed operation while building strong internal and external partnerships. Benefits We are a large diverse and ambitious business, which will give you all the challenge you could wish for. We know thatthere'salways more we can do to make you smile,that'swhy we offer a comprehensive benefits package with each role, yours will include: Pension with matched contributions up to 7% Excellent holiday package 33 days annual leave with theoptionto buy or sell leave Car allowance Cashback plan for healthcare costs up to £500 saving per year A bonus scheme for all colleagues at 15% Training and development Extraperksincluding huge discounts and offers from shops, cinemas and much more. What's next? If you meet the criteria and are ready to make the next step in your career then click apply. You will be redirected to our careers site where you can discover more about the role, read a full job description and apply directly to us. As part of ourcommitment to diversity and inclusion, we offer a guaranteed interview to candidates who are disabled, neurodiverse, or have served in the Armed Forces, provided they meet the essential criteria for the role. If you would like to be considered under this scheme, please indicate this in your application. We are dedicated to creating a supportive and accessible recruitment process for all. We are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview experience, please let us know. We're happy to work with you to ensure you have the opportunity to perform at your best. If you are a Places for People customer and you're looking for support with your application, please contact our skills and employment team on . W e understand the importance of a supportive and inclusive work culture so please talk to us at interview about flexibility you may need. We can't promise to give you exactly what you want, but we promise not to judge you for asking. For this role we are open to discussing the possibility of reduced hours, flexible start and finish times or compressed hours. If you are a recruitment agency please note we operate a PSL and do not take cold calls Safeguarding At Places for People, safeguarding is everyone's responsibility. We are committed to creating safe communities for our customers and colleagues by protecting children, young people, and adults at risk from harm, abuse, and neglect. We follow robust safeguarding policies and procedures, ensuring all employees, volunteers, and contractors uphold the highest standards of safeguarding and accountability. Our recruitment process includes pre-employment checks, including Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks where applicable, to promote a safe and secure working environment. By joining Places for People, you are expected to contribute to our safeguarding culture, following our policies and reporting concerns to protect those in our communities TPBN1_UKTJ

A global, data-driven organisation with operations across multiple international markets. Combining manufacturing, creative and technology-led services, they support some of the world's leading consumer brands. The business is currently investing in the modernisation of its finance function, creating an exciting opportunity for a commercially minded and technology-focused individual to play a key role in driving reporting, insight and process transformation. Job Title: Finance Transformation & Insights Analyst Job Type: Full-time, Permanent Location: Camberley Salary: £70,000 - £80,000 Reference no: HT16086 Finance Transformation & Insights Analyst – Benefits Opportunity to work directly with an experienced Finance Director and influence strategic decision-making. Significant scope to shape and modernise the finance function through technology, AI and automation. Exposure to senior leadership and cross-functional business projects. Opportunity to develop expertise in business intelligence, data analytics and finance transformation. Collaborative and forward-thinking working environment Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities. Life assurance Private healthcare 25 days holiday Pension scheme Hybrid working environment Opportunity to join a growing international business undergoing transformation Finance Transformation & Insights Analyst – About The Role An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly analytical and technology-focused individual to join a growing business and work closely with both the Regional Controller & Finance Director to reshape the landscape of finance within this exciting and innovative business. This is not a traditional finance role; instead, it offers the opportunity to combine finance, business intelligence, data analytics, AI and process improvement to deliver meaningful business insight and drive organisational performance. The successful candidate will play a key role in transforming financial and operational data into clear, actionable information that supports better decision-making across the business. They will help modernise reporting processes, introduce automation and AI-driven solutions, and improve the overall effectiveness of the finance function. Key responsibilities will include: Developing insightful management reports, dashboards and presentations that communicate financial and operational performance clearly. Analysing data to identify trends, risks, opportunities and key business drivers. Supporting the production of weekly and monthly management information with a focus on meaningful commentary and actionable insight. Working closely with leadership teams to improve understanding of financial performance and commercial outcomes. Combining and analysing data from multiple sources to create a comprehensive view of business performance. Identifying opportunities to automate manual processes through AI and modern technology solutions Supporting the implementation of reporting, automation and business intelligence tools to improve efficiency and decision-making. Reviewing and improving existing finance processes to enhance scalability, consistency and accuracy. Promoting a culture of innovation and continuous improvement within the finance function. Acting as a trusted partner to the Finance Director and supporting wider business transformation initiatives. The successful Finance Transformation & Insights Analyst will have: Strong experience in data analysis, reporting, visualisation and business insight generation. Advanced Excel skills and experience using reporting and presentation tools. Experience with Power BI or similar business intelligence and visualisation platforms. Strong understanding of AI tools and their practical application within a commercial environment. Experience improving, automating or redesigning business processes. Excellent communication skills with the ability to present complex information clearly to non-financial stakeholders. Strong commercial awareness and the ability to understand key business drivers. Experience supporting senior stakeholders and leadership teams. A proactive, curious and solutions-focused mindset. Exposure to finance, commercial or operational data environments would be advantageous. Experience within finance transformation, FP&A, business intelligence, analytics or automation projects would be beneficial. Howett Thorpe are acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role and comply with all relevant UK legislation and do not discriminate on any protected characteristics. Due to the high volume of applications we currently receive, we are unable to respond to all candidates. If you do not hear from a Consultant within 5 working days, please assume that you have not been successful. Refer a friend If this job is not of interest to you, but you know a friend or colleague who may be interested, recommend them to us and receive a minimum of £100 in vouchers if we assist them in securing a permanent role and a minimum of £25 in vouchers if we place them in a temporary assignment. (Terms & conditions apply)

A global, data-driven organisation with operations across multiple international markets. Combining manufacturing, creative and technology-led services, they support some of the world's leading consumer brands. The business is currently investing in the modernisation of its finance function, creating an exciting opportunity for a commercially minded and technology-focused individual to play a key role in driving reporting, insight and process transformation. Job Title: Finance Transformation & Insights Analyst Job Type: Full-time, Permanent Location: Camberley Salary: £70,000 - £80,000 Reference no: 16086 Finance Transformation & Insights Analyst – Benefits Opportunity to work directly with an experienced Finance Director and influence strategic decision-making. Significant scope to shape and modernise the finance function through technology, AI and automation. Exposure to senior leadership and cross-functional business projects. Opportunity to develop expertise in business intelligence, data analytics and finance transformation. Collaborative and forward-thinking working environment Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities. Life assurance Private healthcare 25 days holiday Pension scheme Hybrid working environment Opportunity to join a growing international business undergoing transformation Finance Transformation & Insights Analyst – About The Role An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly analytical and technology-focused individual to join a growing business and work closely with both the Regional Controller & Finance Director to reshape the landscape of finance within this exciting and innovative business. This is not a traditional finance role; instead, it offers the opportunity to combine finance, business intelligence, data analytics, AI and process improvement to deliver meaningful business insight and drive organisational performance. The successful candidate will play a key role in transforming financial and operational data into clear, actionable information that supports better decision-making across the business. They will help modernise reporting processes, introduce automation and AI-driven solutions, and improve the overall effectiveness of the finance function. Key responsibilities will include: Developing insightful management reports, dashboards and presentations that communicate financial and operational performance clearly. Analysing data to identify trends, risks, opportunities and key business drivers. Supporting the production of weekly and monthly management information with a focus on meaningful commentary and actionable insight. Working closely with leadership teams to improve understanding of financial performance and commercial outcomes. Combining and analysing data from multiple sources to create a comprehensive view of business performance. Identifying opportunities to automate manual processes through AI and modern technology solutions Supporting the implementation of reporting, automation and business intelligence tools to improve efficiency and decision-making. Reviewing and improving existing finance processes to enhance scalability, consistency and accuracy. Promoting a culture of innovation and continuous improvement within the finance function. Acting as a trusted partner to the Finance Director and supporting wider business transformation initiatives. The successful Finance Transformation & Insights Analyst will have: Strong experience in data analysis, reporting, visualisation and business insight generation. Advanced Excel skills and experience using reporting and presentation tools. Experience with Power BI or similar business intelligence and visualisation platforms. Strong understanding of AI tools and their practical application within a commercial environment. Experience improving, automating or redesigning business processes. Excellent communication skills with the ability to present complex information clearly to non-financial stakeholders. Strong commercial awareness and the ability to understand key business drivers. Experience supporting senior stakeholders and leadership teams. A proactive, curious and solutions-focused mindset. Exposure to finance, commercial or operational data environments would be advantageous. Experience within finance transformation, FP&A, business intelligence, analytics or automation projects would be beneficial. Howett Thorpe are acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role and comply with all relevant UK legislation and do not discriminate on any protected characteristics. Due to the high volume of applications we currently receive, we are unable to respond to all candidates. If you do not hear from a Consultant within 5 working days, please assume that you have not been successful. Refer a friend If this job is not of interest to you, but you know a friend or colleague who may be interested, recommend them to us and receive a minimum of £100 in vouchers if we assist them in securing a permanent role and a minimum of £25 in vouchers if we place them in a temporary assignment. (Terms & conditions apply)

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As a Director within the Remediation Team, typical engagements you can expect to be involved in include leading, directing and assuring the design, implementation or review of:. End‑to‑end remediation execution, including operating model design, delivery governance, MI & Reporting, operational p

A leading housing association in Greater London seeks a Director of Financial Reporting to ensure accurate financial reporting and support governance. The successful applicant will have senior leadership experience in financial reporting, a qualified accountant status, and expertise in maintaining f

Extensive expertise in leading, planning and managing financial investigations involving high volumes of material and complex financial issues. Deputy Director of Forensic Accounting. The Deputy Director of Forensic Accounting (DDoFA) will provide expertise and support in the supervision and managem

Our Director of Financial Reporting will set the standard for financial reporting across MTVH, making sure our information is accurate, trusted and timely, and that it supports strong governance and confident decision‑making. Coordinate our financial reporting, ensuring audit, tax and regulatory o

The Group is creating a new role for an FS lead and is seeking a well-networked, experienced senior leader with a proven track record of building business and advising international clients across the financial services sector.

Financial Services Economic Consulting Director. Frequently working alongside colleagues from across Grant Thornton, we advise on high‑profile issues in all major sectors of the economy, including financial services – a key strength of our firm. Examples of our projects in the financial services

As part of the leading asset recovery, restructuring and financial services teams, the Associate Director leads the delivery of first‑line financial‑crime support across engagements, working closely with Insolvency Practitioners, directors, and case teams identifying, assessing, and resolving fi

IT Financial Crime Product Owner. As the IT Financial Crime Product Owner, you will be the strategic lead for the bank's Compliance and Regulatory technology estate. Ensuring the end-to-end delivery of robust, scalable Financial Crime solutions in a regulated environment.

A prominent financial services firm in Greater London seeks a Financial Services Economic Consulting Director to lead economic projects, drive business development, and manage high-quality deliverables. The ideal candidate should have significant experience in the financial services sector, a strong

CLARC Recruitment is seeking an Associate Director to lead financial crime advisory engagements, focusing on clients involved with digital assets.

Attensi AS is seeking a dynamic Business Development Director to drive growth in the Financial and Professional Services sector across the UK and Europe.