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SJC Partners is currently managing the recruitment process for the hire of an acquisition search director into an innovative mergers and acquisitions deal sourcing business. Our client specialises in sourcing off-market businesses for acquisition, typically on behalf of private equity investors and their portfolio companies. Businesses wishing to acquire or invest in other businesses engage our client to embark on a bespoke acquisition search process, identifying and engaging target businesses within their specific criteria and facilitating introductions to these businesses. Companies rely on our client to have thorough board level meetings with business owners, quickly understanding different business models and building trust with target businesses. In this role, the successful candidate will take responsibility for the end-to-end client management across the below process: • Agree the scope of the acquisition search with clients, at board level., • Liaise with the research team to uncover businesses within the client’s search criteria. You will not perform the research yourself as this will be delivered by an in-house research function., • Approach the majority shareholders of the target businesses and hold lengthy, highly commercial conversations, typically via video call, to discuss their business model, track record, growth trajectory, financials and the aspirations of the owners regarding selling their business., • Discuss each interested business with the client and agree on which targets they would like to meet before facilitating the introduction of these businesses., • Relationship manage the acquisition process thereafter (this does not require financial qualifications but does require commercial nous). Additionally, the successful candidate will be responsible for work winning, sitting pitches with private equity, private equity backed portfolio businesses and corporates to explain the offering and convert leads into retained clients. Applicants should be able to quickly understand different business models/sectors and experience operating at board level is important given you will be managing client relationships at owner/CEO level, often with large corporates, private equity and private equity-backed businesses. Due to the unique nature of this role, applicants from a range of commercial backgrounds will be considered including corporate financiers and those from industry. The current team is made up of individuals who have run their own businesses previously, operated at Director/Partner within corporate finance or at board level in industry. This role offers a competitive salary with a very attractive and transparent bonus structure, which is paid at multiple intervals over the course of the year, based on deal activity. The bonus scheme is uncapped and in a good year, it is possible to earn bonuses amounting to 100% of your salary, and sometimes more. This is a remote working position.

A forward-thinking support provider in the UK is seeking a motivated Finance Director to lead the Finance function and contribute to the organization's growth strategy.This role requires a qualified accountant with a strong background in financial management and experience within a high-growth envir

The ideal candidate will have experience in operational finance, strong financial reporting skills, and a commitment to improvement within the finance team. A healthcare provider in the UK is seeking a Deputy Director of Operational Finance to support financial management and strategy development.

A UK-based technology company is seeking a Finance Director to spearhead financial strategy and governance.This role involves acting as the CFO's deputy, managing financial insights, and ensuring compliance with regulations.The ideal candidate will have significant experience in finance leadership,

A leading healthcare provider in Wigan is seeking a Deputy Director of Operational Finance. This role is crucial for supporting the Director of Operational Finance and Chief Finance Officer in managing financial functions and driving improvements within the finance team.

A leading healthcare organization in Wigan is searching for a Deputy Director of Operational Finance to oversee financial services and ensure governance compliance. The role requires a CCAB qualification and substantial senior finance experience within the NHS, along with leadership skills to motiva

A dynamic support organization in Wigan is seeking a Finance Director to lead financial management, provide strategic foresight, and develop a high-performing finance team.This role involves acting as the deputy to the CFO, contributing to the company's long-term growth strategy, and ensuring robust

In a Nutshell We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join our team within Vistry Manchester & Cheshire East, based on site in Wigan and reporting to our Warrington office. As our Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will work within our wider Commercial, Estimating and Buying team, you will be responsible for supervising, managing and advising on the financial and contractual aspects of multiple construction projects. You will take responsibility for the execution of the Quantity Surveying function on allocated contract/s, in order to fulfil the requirements of the Company in maximising quality of service and profitability. You will provide a range of cost control and financial reporting duties across all aspects of construction work undertaken by the company. We value in-person collaboration and team culture, but we're also committed to supporting flexible working where possible. We encourage you to raise any specific requirements during the interview process so we can explore how this could be accommodated. Let's cut to the chase, what's in it for you Competitive basic salary and annual bonus Company car, car allowance or travel allowance Salary sacrifice car scheme available to all employees Up to 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays increasing to up to 39 days with service 2 Volunteering days per annum Private medical insurance, with employee paid cover Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave Competitive pension scheme through salary sacrifice Life assurance at 4 x your annual salary Share save and share incentive schemes Employee rewards portal with many more benefits In return, what we would like from you Behave in line with our company values - Integrity, Caring and Quality HNC / HND in Surveying or equivalent Proven experience as a PQS / SQS / Commercial lead working within a residential house builder Experience maybe gained from a similar position or promotion A good understanding or building regulations and legal obligations A good knowledge or construction methods and materials Strong mathematical and IT ability Ability to assess and analyse information Good understanding of budget management Negotiating and networking skills Excellent communications skills Able to work under pressure, and accept criticism of work Good team working skills Accurate with an eye for detail More about the Senior Quantity Surveyor role Lead, support and coach your direct reports and the wider team to support their growth and development Working closely with other departments, including Land, Development and Construction, you will attend design meetings to advise on all areas that may have a cost implication Recognise and advise Site Managers on delays, extensions of time and loss and/or expense and ensuring relevant notices are issued. Attend development meetings when appropriate, contract pre-start and subcontract package review meetings Upon receipt of Contract Documentation, you will be responsible for checking all contract drawings to identify errors, omissions, anomalies and areas where unnecessary cost may arise Receive initial tender information and assist in the preparation of the proposed tender lists and updating of subsequent procurement programmes Distribute design information packages and tender drawings, whilst preparing all tender documentation and letters including carrying out preliminary checks on subcontractors Preparing construction cost analysis, which includes analysis of quotations resulting from the tender enquiry, requesting additional and outstanding information as required Assess site staffing levels and build programmes with the Construction Director to ascertain preliminary costs, including collating all cost information and preparing the start on site budget Arrange and adjudicate budget settlement meetings, with the support of the wider Commercial team Prepare stage payment schedules to assist in the financing of the works Carry out pre-order meetings including all necessary Health & Safety requirements, finalising a tender sum and agreeing a stage payment schedule for payment purposes before preparing all contract documentation and placing the order Place subcontractor orders, including interviews and checking references on selected subcontractors. Issue variation orders and development changes alongside providing cost advice on major variations prior to issue. Check all costs posted to each contract, collate and reconcile all costs resulting from subcontract works, variation orders, site instructions, material order and preliminary / running costs. Check and arrange subcontractor payments, obtaining necessary authorisation for passing payments for all elements of subcontractor works. Take responsibility for the preparation of documents for the basis of external valuation with the client's agent (CSA, Stage payment schedule, Tick offs) Keep the RAMS schedule updated and issued to all relevant parties Preparation of financial reports Place and issue sub-contract orders in accordance with Group Policy and Commercial Best Practice to budget and within programme requirements. Compile reports on contract letting vs. estimate for each site periodically, as required. Liaise with build department on sub-contractors' performance and compliance with order conditions. Complete sub-contract orders to accord with site programmed build requirements in accordance with Group Policy and Group Rebate schemes and fully adjudicate prior to issue of documentation. Set up and regularly review with the site management team the PPQA tick sheet to facilitate sub-contract contract work payment. To liaise with company management and provide all necessary forecast and site budget information to meet the business's reporting requirements. Control and report post contract cost movements per development every month. Review professional fee provisions and statutory service cost, and credits, with the technical department. Ensure invoices/applications for payments are processed in accordance with Vistry Group Standard Terms and Conditions of Contract. Maintain a half yearly site reserve list. Issue Payment Withhold Notices, where a contractor application, or part thereof, is in dispute in accordance with Construction Act. Immediately advise management of notification of impending claim or legal action arising from a disputed claim or payment from a Sub-Contractor/service provider. Diligently use the Vistry Group construction system to manage site project administration, including orders, variations, valuations, etc. Agree and process all sales variation requests, including works to show homes, stock plots and sales incentive works in accordance with group procedures. Properly categorise on the construction system 'unscheduled' and 'scheduled' order amendments. Settle all variation invoices/applications for payment in accordance with Vistry Group Standard Terms and Conditions of Contract. Process groundwork's payments/applications for payment using the Vistry Group AGA payment system as outlined in Commercial Best Practice Manual. Ensure the collection of retention against all sub-contract orders in accordance with Group Policy. Complete and agree sub-contract final accounts within 6 months of the last legal completion on-site and prior to the first release of retention to the individual sub-contractors. Maintain final account schedule. Liaise with the technical department to secure site adoptions and tender, let and administer maintenance orders, as required. Complete formal site closedown procedure in accordance with Group Policy. Inform the management team of any abnormal cost or circumstances which will have a significant effect on cost or have long term cost implications. Finally, let's tell you a bit more about us We build more than homes, we're making Vistry. Being a responsible developer and award-winning employer means we live each day through our ethos - doing the right thing. Our behaviours reflect this, as well as our values of integrity, caring and quality. Shaping all we do; they empower us to develop sustainable communities across affordable and private housing. We work in a partnership-led way, and you'll recognise our renowned brands Bovis Homes, Linden Homes and Countryside Homes. Together with Vistry Works, our manufacturing operation, and the functional support of Vistry Services, we're a proud UK Green Building Council member, UK top five housebuilder with a five-star House Builders Federation (HBF) customer satisfaction rating, and winner of many awards including Top Employer, Global Top Inspiring Workplaces, and Best for Talent Attraction and Outreach. Join us in making Vistry. #LI-KM1 TPBN1_UKTJ

About Us: Morson Group were founded back in 1969 and have grown from very humble beginnings to a £1.6 billion global technical recruitment specialist organisation. With over 30 offices UK wide, Canada, USA, Australia and across Europe, we are the UK's leading technical recruitment agency and the 3rd largest globally for our engineering side of the business. This role sits in our 3B Training department, powered by Morson Nexus. Morson Nexus connects learning, development and workforce strategy to build stronger teams and smarter careers. From entry-level training to reskilling and AI-enabled learning, we close today's gaps and prepare for tomorrow's. We make skills strategic. We make development continuous. We make people future ready. Position Overview: The main purpose of this role is to provide accurate financial insight, analysis, and reporting to enable smooth financial integration between two businesses. The role ensures that financial information is reliable, comparable, and aligned across both entities, supports modelling activities, and helps establish consistent processes, controls, and reporting frameworks that underpin the combined business's future performance. This is initially a 6-month fixed term contract, based out of our Wigan office on a hybrid working model. Key Responsibilities: Assist in aligning accounting policies, reporting standards, and financial controls between the merging entities. Contribute to the development of the combined operating model, including cost structures, allocation methods, and reporting frameworks. Participate in integration workstreams (e.g., systems, processes, controls, budgeting) and provide financial insight to support decision-making. Help prepare financial inputs for synergy tracking, integration milestones, and post-merger performance reporting. Support the consolidation of financial results across the merging entities. Maintain accurate cost centre reporting and support budget holders through the transition period. Help assess and harmonise financial controls, processes, and policies across both organisations. Identify gaps or risks arising from the merger and support the implementation of mitigation actions. Contribute to the design and rollout of new processes, reporting templates, and financial governance frameworks. Communicate financial insights clearly to non-finance stakeholders, particularly around integration impacts. Build strong relationships across both organisations to facilitate smooth information flow and alignment. To provide ad hoc support to both the Finance Director and the Finance Manager. Key competencies & required experience: Strong management accounting experience ideally part-qualified or newly qualified (CIMA, ACCA, ACA), QBE considered. Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, lookups, data manipulation). Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data. Experience producing management accounts, variance analysis, and financial commentary. Ability to work under pressure, manage competing deadlines, and adapt to changing priorities. Strong communication skills, with confidence presenting financial information to senior stakeholders. Experience working on mergers, acquisitions, or large-scale business change programmes. Knowledge of consolidation processes and multi-entity reporting. Familiarity with project accounting or synergy tracking. What We Offer: 26 days holiday (plus bank holidays) Bupa Healthcare Investment into your learning & development A colleague health and well-being programme Discounted gym membership rates Mental health support via free confidential advice and counselling services. Access to free wellbeing apps Free parking onsite TPBN1_UKTJ

Director - Wigan, Greater Manchester £65,000 - £80,000 per annum, plus package About the Company A specialist commercial manufacturer and contractor delivering bespoke projects for leisure, retail and commercial clients. The business manages schemes from design and pricing through manufacture to installation on site and is looking to strengthen its leadership team. The Role As Director, you will lead and grow the business while taking ownership of key projects from enquiry to completion. You will drive new business development, oversee pricing and commercial decisions, and ensure projects ranging from £50k to £2m are delivered safely, on time and to a high standard. As Director, you will be responsible for: p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0'> Developing new business and maintaining strong client relationships. p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0'> Overseeing tendering, pricing and contract negotiation for projects from £50k to £2m. p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0'> Leading and coordinating design, estimating, production and site teams. p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0'> Monitoring project performance, programme, quality and financial outcomes. p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0'> Providing strategic direction, setting targets and driving continuous improvement. p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0'> Representing the business with clients, main contractors and suppliers. The Ideal Candidate The successful candidate will be a commercially focused leader with strong technical understanding of bespoke manufacturing or interior projects. You will be confident winning work, managing key accounts and guiding projects from pre-construction through to handover. You will have: p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0'> Senior management or director-level experience in construction, manufacturing or fit-out. p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0'> Proven track record of winning and delivering projects between £50k and £2m. p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0'> Strong commercial skills, including pricing, contract negotiation and risk management. p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0'> Excellent leadership, communication and client-facing skills. p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0'> Sound understanding of manufacture, site installation and health and safety. What's on Offer p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0'> £65,000 - £80,000 salary, dependent on experience, plus package. p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0'> Strategic leadership role with real influence over business direction and growth. p]:pt-0 [&>p]:mb-2 [&>p]:my-0'> Opportunity to shape a successful, specialist company for the long term. Apply: If you're interested in this opportunity, then please get in touch today with our Commercial Specialist, Mark Harris. Building Careers UK specialises in Construction and Property recruitment and serves as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job, you accept the Terms and Conditions, Privacy Policy, and Disclaimers which can be found on our website. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities. Our recruitment process is designed to ensure equal opportunities for all candidates, regardless of age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic. Please Note: Due to high volume of applicants, only those shortlisted will be contacted. INDCOM TPBN1_UKTJ

As we continue to scale, we're expanding the team in the UK, bringing top talent on board at Principal, Director and Vice-President level. Shape the future of AI in financial services with Tier II institutions. Financial Services and Insurance (FSI) is one of our four verticals experiencing signific

Director of Financial Crime & InnovationRedefine how financial crime is prevented - through data, automation, and AI. A high-growth digital banking platform undergoing a multi-million-pound technology transformation is seeking a Director of Financial Crime & Innovation. This is a unique opportunity

A leading global news organization based in London is seeking a Product Director for Monetisation.

Grant Thornton’s well established Financial Services Restructuring & Insolvency team (FSR&I) specialise in supporting firms in the financial services sector navigate periods of stress and distress by providing restructuring and insolvency services. Any benefits giving you access to shopping discou

Proficiency in Bloomberg, Excel, and other financial tools. Mesirow is an independent, employee-owned financial services firm founded in 1937. We are seeking an experienced High Yield Credit Analyst (Director level) to join our London-based credit trading platform.

A leading financial institution in Greater London is seeking a Tax Director to oversee the Europe and APAC tax function.

Deloitte's AI & Data Financial Services team is at the forefront of this transformation, partnering with leading financial institutions to deliver cutting‑edge AI solutions that address their most pressing business challenges. Deep experience in the financial services industry. The financial servi

A leading financial services firm seeks an experienced Financial Planning Director to lead regional operations in the South of England. The role requires strong leadership and strategic acumen, managing a team of 15 Financial Planners, ensuring high performance, compliance, and client satisfaction.

Are you looking to make an impact as an Indirect Tax Advisory Associate Director (Financial Services)?. Your role as an Indirect Tax Associate Director in our Financial Services team will include:. Substantial experience in VAT advisory work, ideally including a good knowledge of financial services,

Financial Planner Associate Director • Sutton, Surrey, United Kingdom. Diploma qualified as a minimum, ideally Certified Financial Planner and Chartered Financial Planner. Supporting the financial planning team and contributing towards our stretching growth plans.

A leading accountancy firm in London is seeking a Director to support growth in their Financial Services Corporate Finance team.

A leading footwear brand is seeking a Director of Financial Control & Reporting to oversee financial accounting and external reporting. This pivotal role requires an ACA qualified finance leader with strong expertise in IFRS and financial control, proven experience in senior roles, and excellent com

A leading financial services provider in the United Kingdom is seeking a Director of Financial Planning to join their Southampton team.

As our Director of Financial Control & Reporting, you will be responsible for leading the Group’s financial accounting, external reporting, and financial control environment, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and operational excellence. This role provides critical financial insights to the CFO and Bo

A leading UK financial institution is seeking a Director of Financial Risk to join their risk leadership team in Greater London. The successful candidate will manage the Bank's financial risks, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. The role requires exceptional communication skills and expe

A leading banking institution is seeking a Director for Infrastructure & Real Estate Coverage within the Financial Sponsors team in London. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience with financial sponsors, a strategic mindset, and excellent communication skills. Responsibilities include

If you're a top quality Chief Financial Officer / Finance Director who's frustrated and fed up with the confines of a normal corporate life and you're looking for something different, or you're an independent CFO who's already made the break from corporate life, or a working or returning CFO parent

Pear Talent is representing a FTSE100 insurer who are looking for a Director of Financial Reporting to lead a team x50 across multiple locations. You’ll oversee the delivery of all key external financial and regulatory reporting, whilst working closely with the CFO/ExCo to improve financial contro

Our Financial Investors business comprises a dedicated team of 650 professionals, renowned for their agility and deep understanding of the needs of our financial investor clients and the dynamic markets in which they operate and invest.

Key requirements of the role will include being responsible for the ongoing strategic development of the Financial Risk Management Framework across a range of equity investment and wholesale debt products, and providing an independent challenge to the business on deal underwriting, valuation methodo

This role offers significant exposure to operational leadership and the opportunity to shape financial strategy across a complex environment. We’re looking for an experienced CFO, Finance Director or senior finance leader with a background in manufacturing, industrial or asset-heavy environments.

A leading professional services firm is looking for an Associate Director in Greater London to manage client relationships and develop new business opportunities. This role requires at least a diploma in financial planning and strong experience. You will support both the London and Sutton offices an

A leading financial regulatory body seeks a Director of Wholesale and Unauthorised Business Investigations. The role focuses on fighting financial crime and ensuring market integrity.

Within Programme Leadership, the continued success of our Financial Services practice means that we are looking to grow the team further by recruiting individuals with experience from across Retail and Commercial Banking, Building Societies, Wealth and Asset Management, Capital Markets, Insurance an

A leading financial services firm in the UK is seeking a Client Services Director to lead a high-performing team dedicated to delivering exceptional service. Candidates should have at least 5 years' experience in a client service leadership position within financial services.

Diploma qualified as a minimum, ideally Certified Financial Planner and Chartered Financial Planner. Provide appropriate financial planning advice to Forvis Mazars LLP and externally referred clients. Maintain an up-to-date technical knowledge of personal tax and financial planning and related matte

Director, Financial Operations is a global role, leading the combined financial operations teams across the UK, Canada, Europe, Singapore and the Philippines. You will work closely with the Senior Director, Financial Control and other internal stakeholders to support the company’s financial goals

A leading professional services firm in Greater London is seeking a professional to address non-financial risk and compliance challenges.

A leading financial services firm based in London, specialising in providing bespoke financial advice to high-net-worth individuals and businesses. Current experience as a Financial Advisor, with a proven track record of success in delivering tailored financial advice. They pride themselves on their

Regional Director, Financial Institutions Group EMEA. To be successful, FIG Regional Directors (RD) must have a solid foundational knowledge of investments, capital markets and asset allocation theory. Just as important, the Regional Director must have a global growth mindset, strong business develo

The Financial Times is one of the world’s leading news organisations, globally recognised for its authority, integrity and accuracy, with a mission to deliver quality information and services worldwide. As Product Director for Monetisation at the FT, you will help shape the product experiences tha

A leading financial consultancy firm in the United Kingdom is seeking an Associate Director with expertise in financial modeling. The role involves leading multiple teams, optimizing comprehensive financial models, and driving business development efforts in key sectors.

This position will provide leadership to the Office of Financial Aid and will work closely with the Executive Director of Financial Aid to review and lead the financial aid business processes, improve workflows, enhance efficiencies, and fully utilize the PowerFAIDS software. Serve as primary compli

Group’s financial accounting, external reporting, and financial control environment, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and operational excellence. Director of Financial Control & Reporting. This role provides critical financial insights to the CFO and Board, enabling strategic decision‑making and s

This can mean that you and your "Immediate Family Members" are not permitted to hold certain financial interests (shares, funds, bonds etc. As an assistant director, you will be required to:. Review and analyse historical financial information, including historical trading, cash flow and balance she

Our client is seeking an exceptional Senior Director to lead their Financial Services corporate communications offering, with a particular focus on commercial banking, insurance, and asset/wealth management, based out of their London office. Proven track record at Director or Senior Director level w

Assistant Director, Financial Due Diligence - Consumer, M&A. Previous experience with financial due diligence and transaction services or equivalent. We support corporates, private equity and financial investors across the full M&A lifecycle and are committed to identifying and delivering sustainabl

Valuations: Responsibility in conjunction with the Project Director and Commercial Director for the cost control of each development including budgetary management, and active participation in the monthly valuation process including challenge on cost movements. Provide financial analysis and impact