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Job DescriptionHead of Internal Engineering EC&I - SubmarinesFull time, hybrid, 3 days in the officeDerbyOur nuclear business is a leader in p

Position: Business Manager - Rail Resource Solutions Location: Derby / London (Hybrid) Reports to: Head of Business Unit The Company: IKOS AEGIS is a dynamic, growing engineering company with a vision to be globally recognised as the rail engineering consultancy of choice – for both clients and staff. Our people are our greatest asset; their expertise and collaboration drive the excellence our clients depend on. The Role: The Business Manager is responsible for identifying, securing, and supplying high‑quality technical and professional resources to meet client needs within a specialist railway consultancy environment. The role sits at the intersection of client relationship management, resource acquisition, and commercial delivery, ensuring customer requirements are met efficiently, compliantly, and profitably. This is a commercially focused role, requiring strong market awareness, relationship‑building capability, and the ability to match client demand with the right talent at pace. Key Responsibilities include: Client & Commercial Management • Main point of contact for clients needing consultancy services and resources., • Understand detailed client requirements (technical, organisational, compliance, timelines)., • Identify opportunities to supply additional or alternative resources., • Negotiate rates, margins, and contract terms., • Ensure all deployments meet commercial and contractual standards. Resource Search & Supply • Source candidates via networking, mapping, referrals, databases, and direct outreach., • Maintain awareness of the rail, engineering, and infrastructure talent market., • Screen and assess candidates against client requirements., • Maintain a strong pipeline of deployable resources. Account Development • Build long‑term relationships with clients and resources to drive repeat business., • Identify future client needs and workforce trends., • Cross‑sell wider consultancy services., • Support account planning and contribute to revenue and margin growth. Governance, Compliance & Delivery • Ensure all placements meet internal, client, and regulatory requirements., • Keep accurate CRM and system records., • Monitor assignment performance, extensions, and end dates., • Resolve delivery, performance, or contractual issues promptly. Internal Collaboration • Work closely with delivery, business development, and leadership teams to align on commercial outcomes., • Provide market insight to support service improvements and strategic decisions., • Contribute to continuous improvement of resourcing and commercial processes. Key Skills & Experience Essential • Experience in business management, resourcing, or consultancy roles., • Strong commercial acumen, including rate and margin negotiation., • Proven ability to source and place technical talent., • Excellent stakeholder and relationship‑management skills., • Able to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment., • Strong communication, negotiation, and influencing skills. Desirable • Experience in rail, engineering, infrastructure, or energy sectors., • Understanding of compliance in regulated industries., • Experience using CRM and resource management tools. Personal Attributes • Results‑driven with strong customer focus., • Proactive, resilient, and comfortable in a sales‑led environment., • High integrity and professionalism., • Collaborative but able to work independently. Key Performance Indicators • Revenue and gross margin performance., • Successful fulfillment of client resource needs., • High client satisfaction and repeat business., • Strong resource utilisation and assignment continuity., • Compliance and quality outcomes. Why Join Us This role offers the opportunity to operate in a specialist consultancy environment where quality, relationships, and expertise matter. You will have the autonomy to build and grow your own portfolio while being supported by a respected brand and experienced leadership team.

Role: Head of Financial Reporting Location: Derby Working Model: Hybrid Working Salary: Up to £85,000 + Bonus & Benefits Manufacturing/Engineering Sector Are you a technically strong finance leader looking to step into a high-profile, business-critical role? We are partnering with a well-established, forward-thinking manufacturing organisation in Derby to appoint a Head of Financial Reporting. This is a pivotal leadership position, offering real influence over financial governance, reporting strategy, and business performance in a complex, asset-intensive environment. If you thrive in fast-paced, high-accountability roles and enjoy working closely with senior stakeholders, this opportunity offers both challenge and progression. The Opportunity Reporting directly to the Finance Director, you will lead all aspects of financial reporting, compliance, and control, while developing a high-performing finance team. Your responsibilities will include: Owning monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting cycles Leading statutory accounts preparation and year-end audits Acting as the main point of contact for auditors and tax advisors Overseeing treasury, cashflow, and debt compliance reporting Strengthening internal controls and governance frameworks Supporting budgeting, forecasting, and long-term planning Managing tax compliance and HMRC relationships Producing high-quality reports and board-level documentation Leading, mentoring, and developing the financial reporting team Supporting pension and payroll-related finance activities This role offers genuine scope to shape processes, drive improvements, and add strategic value. About You You will be a confident, credible finance professional with strong technical expertise and leadership capability. We are looking for someone who can demonstrate: ACA or ACCA qualification (FCA/FCCA desirable) 35+ years post-qualification experience Strong background in IFRS and statutory reporting Proven experience managing audits and external stakeholders Track record of leading and developing finance teams Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills High attention to detail with commercial awareness Strong systems and ERP knowledge Experience in manufacturing, engineering, or asset-heavy environments will be highly advantageous. Why Join? This organisation offers a supportive, ambitious culture where finance is central to decision-making and long-term success. You can expect: Salary circa £85,000 Performance-related bonus Enhanced pension scheme Hybrid and flexible working Generous holiday allowance Ongoing professional development Clear scope for progression This is an outstanding opportunity for a high-calibre finance leader to make a visible impact in a growing, respected business. Interested? Apply today by submitting your CV. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence. We welcome diverse applicants and are dedicated to treating all applicants with dignity and respect, regardless of background. TPBN1_UKTJ

The Head of Engineering is a senior leader within the leadership team, accountable for the performance, capability, compliance and strategic direction of the engineering function. Act as custodian of engineering tools and software, ensuring value for money and consistency. Deep understanding of engi

Final interview with the VP of Product Engineering, Head of Platform, and Director of Engineering (App & Merchant Experience). As our Engineering Head of eCommerce, you lead the teams responsible for the delivery of our eCommerce marketplace products. You will guide a highly skilled Engineering team

Operating at the intersection of hardware, software, and systems engineering, the business is scaling rapidly and investing heavily in technical leadership, innovation, and operational excellence. This is a senior leadership role with full accountability for the Technical Services / Engineering func

Backed by strong investors and already working with regulated institutions, they are now looking for a Head of Engineering to lead their next phase of scale. You’ll own engineering execution, scale, architecture, and team growth - working closely with the founders to turn cutting-edge agentic AI i

Work closely with project management and other engineering disciplines to ensure successful delivery. EPC, or engineering consultancy.

Data is core to how the organisation operates, and they’re now looking for a Head of Data Engineering to take full ownership of their data platforms and engineering capability. Partnering closely with product, software engineering, architecture, data science and security teams. Setting engineering

Global Head of Front Office Application Engineering | London | 4 Days in Office | Permanent. Our client, a leading global commodities trading firm, is hiring a Global Head of Front Office Application Engineering to lead the technology powering its gas, power and physical trading desks. This is a sen

I'm partnered with an AI driven company who are hiring a Head of Engineering. Solid understanding of engineering processes, architecture, and modern delivery practices. Lead a 30-person multidisciplinary organisation across Data Engineering, BI, and Data Science.

Navys is seeking a Head of Engineering who will take ownership of day-to-day engineering operations and play a pivotal role in building the engineering function from its early foundations. Solid understanding of software architecture, with the ability to assess options and explain trade-offs to

You will own development and maintenance of the platform that compresses hours of manual coordination into an automated AI-driven consolidation, touching millions of shipments annually for large manufacturers and distributors moving goods across continents. Head of Engineering, Platform & AI. If you

Head of Engineering & AI – Founding Leadership Role. An early-stage startup is building an AI-powered platform to revolutionise the maritime supply chain, one of the most complex and operationally critical industries globally. Lead, mentor, and grow a high-performing engineering and AI team.

They’re now looking for a Head of Engineering (or VP of Engineering) to lead their next stage of technical and team scale-up. Head of Engineering / VP of Engineering. Lead, mentor, and scale a high-performing engineering team (currently ~10), nurturing a culture of ownership, speed, and technical

You’ll have full accountability and control for engineering and a multi-disciplined team of mechanical, electronic, and software engineers. You’ll be joining an SME with a great brand in the market, a complete revamp of their software platform planned, and plans for growth over the comin

An Engineering Manager / Project Engineering Manager is sought to join an innovative, high-technology engineering company in Hampshire, contributing to the design, development, and delivery of electro-mechanical and electronic solutions for harsh, high-reliability, and regulated environments such as

This is a senior leadership role where you'll shape strategy, lead high-performing engineering and QA teams, and drive the development of automation frameworks, products, and services used across multiple client environments. Remote (with occasional travel to office or client sites). Set the technic

Our client is seeking a Head of Engineering to lead their engineering function within the nuclear sector. Lead the engineering function and shape the engineering strategy. This permanent role requires SC clearance and involves shaping strategy, driving performance, and ensuring compliance across all

Jones Bros Ruthin (Civil Engineering) Co Ltd is a leading civil engineering contractor operating across the United Kingdom. Our project portfolio spans Energy and Renewables, Highways, Rail and Infrastructure, Waste Management Facilities and Landfill Engineering, Reservoir Construction, and Coastal

Role: Head of Fire EngineeringLocation: UK office network - Bristol/ London/ Manchester/ Birmingham/ Sheffield officeSector: Property & Construction consultancySalary: £90,000 - £100,000 + car allowance + bonus + attractive senior level benefits package WRG has an exciting opportunity for an ambit

Head of Network EngineeringPermanentLocation: WorcesterSalary: £75,000 - £90,000 (+ benefits)Skills: Cisco Certifications - CCNP or CCIE, Professional Services Leadership, Technical Escalation & Delivery Oversight, Pre-Sales & Solution Design We are seeking an experienced Head of Network Engineeri

The Role: Head of EngineeringLocation: Somerset Salary: £90,000 + Bonus + BenefitsSector: Hospitality / Food Production. We are looking for an experienced, qualified and dynam

A financial compliance technology firm in York and North Yorkshire is seeking a Director of Platform Engineering to establish and lead their new Platform Engineering function. The role requires combining strategic ownership with hands-on technical contribution, where the candidate will define standa

A leading AI-driven M&A advisory platform is seeking a Fractional Head of Engineering to architect an innovative algorithmic engine using conversational AI. This position offers an attractive salary of £600-£700/day and equity in a funded startup with a significant market pipeline. This role invol

A high-growth HR tech company in the United Kingdom is looking for a Head of Customer Engineering to establish the Technical Success function.

Our client is a leading FMCG business who are currently recruiting for a Head of Engineering at their facility in Northamptonshire. Overall responsibility for Engineering activities across the business. Create and implement best practice engineering vision, strategy, policies, processes and procedur

A dynamic production company in Greater London is seeking a Deputy Head of Department - Engineering to support the Head of Department in managing the Engineering Department. This position offers opportunities for mentorship and team development with a focus on safety practices and processes.

Extensive background in software engineering with several years' experience in a variety of systems, databases and technologies. Lead Software Engineering Managers to build and maintain high quality and reliable software. Be the custodian of evolving legacy technology and ways of working to modernis

As the Head of Engineering for Voice, your mission is to build and lead the entire product engineering organisation that will scale DeepL Voice into a major pillar of our business. Serve as senior engineering partner to the Head of Product for Voice. We are a dynamic, multi‑disciplinary organisati

You will directly line manage a head of product, head of UX, head of product engineering and Senior Engineering manager. Head of Engineering (Data, ML and AI Tools) — London, England, United Kingdom 17 hours ago. Sign in to set job alerts for “Head of Engineering” roles.

A leading insurance technology company is seeking a Head of Software Engineering to lead a team in delivering innovative solutions. The ideal candidate should have at least 4 years of experience in software engineering and 2 years in leadership roles. This position offers a salary between £75,000 -

We are hiring a Head of Data Engineering to shape and own the strategic direction of BI, Data Engineering, Analytics, and AI/ML Ops across BI:PROCSI. We’re a group of passionate innovators (*nerds), obsessed with personal growth, that believes in challenging the status quo to ensure we come up wit

As Head of Engineering you will report to the Global Head, Digital and Engineering. The Head of Engineering (Electricity) will lead technical strategy, engineering design, and project execution for large-scale energy initiatives in Power Generation, Transmission, Distribution, and Renewable sectors

A global healthcare technology company is seeking a Senior Network Engineering Manager to lead and develop their hardware engineering team in the UK. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in hardware engineering delivery and be skilled in managing multi-million-pound budgets. The posi

Senior engineering leadership experience (Head of Engineering, Engineering Manager level). Proven experience in a senior engineering leadership role (Head of Engineering, Engineering Manager, or similar). Lead implementation and optimisation of data pipelines for data engineering, analytics, and mac

A growing technology company in Greater London is seeking a Head of Engineering to lead a cross-functional team of 20 engineers. This role offers a competitive salary of £115,000 – £140,000 and supports flexible, hybrid working conditions. The ideal candidate has a strong background in full-stac

They’re looking for a senior engineering leader to own and evolve the core platform, someone equally comfortable setting technical direction, shaping architecture, and leading high-performing engineering teams across backend, data, and platform disciplines. If you’re an engineering leader lookin

As part of this, you will be responsible for managing the day-to-day of a large team of engineers as well as overseeing some of our core processes and areas of our technology. As a Head of Software Engineering at Urban Jungle, you’ll play a leading role in our 16 strong engineering team whilst col

A leading global marketing services firm in Greater London is seeking a Head of Detection Engineering & Response. The ideal candidate should have in-depth knowledge of cybersecurity tools and techniques, strong leadership abilities, and relevant security certifications. A hybrid work model is offere

Candidates should have proven experience in health and safety leadership within engineering or manufacturing, along with knowledge of ISO standards and NEBOSH qualifications. This position offers a competitive salary, flexible hours, and generous annual leave.

Goji is looking for a Head of Engineering to join our Engineering team to lead and enhance software delivery, team culture, and collaboration. Our engineering organisation is at an exciting point of growth, and we are looking for a manager of managers who can support and empower our teams. Experienc

As Head of Data Engineering, you will lead in the architectural design, build and delivery of scalable data pipelines, APIs and services at the core of QS Cerebrum, and our enterprise analytics and AI platforms. Role: Head of Data Engineering. As a Head of Data Engineering, this is what you’ll be

A leading FinTech company in London is looking for a Head of Platform Engineering to build a cloud native platform. Responsible for hiring a team of engineers and establishing cloud architecture, you will support a technology transformation within the organization. This role offers a unique chance t

An international airport in the Greater London area is seeking a Head of Engineering Operations to lead a team of 60 staff in maintaining critical airport systems. This permanent, full-time role requires a professional engineering qualification and extensive experience in maintenance. A competitive