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Legal500 Ranked Firm Oculus Legal Group, in collaboration with a leading Law Firm in Scotland, are assisting our client with their exciting growth plans to appoint a Solicitor/Senior Solicitor and Associate into their highly ranked commercial practice group. With a UK wide client base, this appointment has arisen in line with our legal clients 2026-2031 growth plans and follows a sustained period of success for our legal client across their private and public sector client base. Appointment Summary Undertaking a varied role, this will encompass working closely with senior stakeholders across an established client base to provide key commercial legal advice for high value infrastructure projects at all stages of the project lifecycle. Examples of this will be working on high value infrastructure projects on behalf of private sector organisations and in some cases the governing body (local authority, national government etc), being external counsel on infrastructure projects which positively impact local communities and fostering relationships across the public and private sector. Required Background Ideally, you will be an experienced Corporate and Commercial Solicitor with excellent commercial contracts experience who is looking to build out a long-term career focussed mainly on providing commercial advisory support in the infrastructure space. In addition to this, our client is keen to speak with professionals who can demonstrate the following: • Ideally have 3 - 7 years PQE however this is a guide and those with a lower PQE but demonstrable corporate experience during a traineeship would be of great interest., • Have an interest in working with a diverse client base that spans both the private and public sector., • Excellent team player, this is a dynamic and friendly team for our client, the appointment would be well aligned to professional who is happy with a great deal of autonomy and wants to build out their relationships with existing clients of the firm. Package In return, Oculus Legal Group's client offers a competitive remuneration package and benefits. If you aspire to join a forward-thinking and progressive firm with a clear and unblocked career progression path, this is the perfect opportunity for you. Next Steps To be considered for this position, please submit your CV via the "Apply Now" link on this page or contact Hugh Hardie at Oculus Legal Group to arrange a confidential discussion - hugh.hardie@oculuslegalgroup.com

Senior Finance Manager ERP Transformation Financial Accounting \nLocation: Home Based with ad hoc travel for meetings \nContract: Until March 2028 \nRate: Up to 700 per day (Umbrella, Inside IR35) \nStart: Subject to onboarding \nQualification: Must be fully qualified \n \nAbout the Opportunity \nAn exciting opportunity has arisen to join a large, complex public sector finance environment at a pivotal point in a major transformation programme. \nThe organisation is delivering a large-scale ERP implementation that will fundamentally reshape finance processes across multiple government departments. The system will support over 250,000 users across several central government organisations and represents one of the most significant finance system transformations currently underway in the UK public sector. \nAlongside this transformation, the Compliance and Financial Accounting function continues to deliver critical financial reporting, accounting and control activities across a wide and complex group structure. \nThese roles sit at the intersection of business-as-usual delivery and major system change, requiring strong technical finance expertise, stakeholder engagement and the ability to operate effectively in a fast-moving programme environment. \n \nKey Responsibilities \nDepending on the specialism, responsibilities will include: \nERP Transformation (all roles): \n\n\n\t • Supporting or leading key phases of ERP implementation including: \n\t\n\t\t, • Local design and process refinement \n\t\t, • System build and configuration support \n\t\t, • System integration testing (end-to-end process validation) \n\t\t, • User acceptance testing and engagement with business users \n\t\t, • Cutover planning, readiness and transition activities \n\t\n\t\n\t, • Attending cross-government meetings to represent finance requirements and ensure alignment \n\t, • Working with multiple departments to align financial processes, controls and accounting policies \n\t, • Reviewing documentation and providing clear, constructive input \n\t, • Supporting training delivery and development of user guidance materials \n\t, • Contributing to risk identification, issue resolution and continuous improvement \n\t, • Supporting wider finance operations alongside transformation activity \n\t, • Providing line management support where applicable \n\n\n Role-Specific Focus Areas \nCandidates will be recruited into one of the following specialisms: \nInventory Process Owner \n\n\n\t • Management of inventory processes within a complex organisation \n\t, • Strong understanding of inventory accounting principles \n\t, • Experience supporting or delivering ERP-related change \n\t, • Ability to operate independently and establish credibility quickly \n\n\n Tax (Business-as-Usual Focus) \n\n\n\t • Delivery of core tax operations including VAT compliance and reporting \n\t, • Knowledge of government VAT rules including contracted-out services \n\t, • Understanding of taxable benefits, IR35 and tax advisory support \n\t, • Maintaining BAU stability while supporting ERP design input and readiness \n\n\n Group Accounts / Consolidation Tool \n\n\n\t • Strong technical accounting experience in group consolidation and reporting \n\t, • Experience with consolidation tools in complex organisations \n\t, • Input into ERP design relating to financial reporting structures and processes \n\t, • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced programme environment \n\n\n About You \nYou will be a qualified finance professional with experience in complex, matrix or regulated environments. You will bring: \n\n\n\t • Strong experience with Oracle or similar ERP and finance systems \n\t, • Proven ability to deliver within tight deadlines and competing priorities \n\t, • Strong analytical and problem-solving capability \n\t, • Excellent stakeholder engagement and influencing skills \n\t, • Clear and confident communication skills, both written and verbal \n\t, • Experience of managing or contributing to complex projects or change programmes \n\t, • Ability to lead, support and motivate others across dispersed teams \n\t, • Strong understanding of public sector or government finance (desirable) \n\n\n Additional Information \n\n\n\t • This is a home-based role with ad hoc travel for meetings and workshops \n\t, • Candidates must be available to work within Inside IR35 arrangements \n\t, • Umbrella engagement must be via approved providers only\n\n\n If this role is sounds like something you might be interested, please reach out to Andrea Green at andrea@wilkinsonandassociates.co.uk for a confidential discussion.

Morgan Hunt is an award-winning specialist recruitment consultancy with over 30 years of success as a leading market provider across the public, private and not-for-profit sectors. With established offices in Glasgow, London, Birmingham and Manchester, we are continuing our UK expansion with a new Edinburgh office opening in March 2026. Within the public sector, Morgan Hunt is a trusted supplier to Higher Education through SUPC and APUC frameworks, as well as the UK Government, NHS and local authorities via RM6277 CCS, DOS 7 & ESPO. We also have a strong and established presence across housing, charities and the NHS. Morgan Hunt Scotland was launched just under seven years ago and has rapidly grown into one of the fastest-growing recruitment agencies in Scotland. Our business focuses on three core divisions IT, Construction & Property, and Corporate Services covering a diverse range of specialist desks including construction, maintenance, surveying, procurement, marketing and IT. We pride ourselves on offering genuine autonomy and trust. We recognise that everyone works differently, and our management team is focused on outcomes rather than rigid KPI tracking. Whether you are an experienced recruiter or looking to take the next step in your career, our leadership team is committed to helping you thrive. Supported by our market-leading CRM system, Bullhorn Salesforce, you'll be able to streamline your day and focus on what you do best. With ambitious growth plans, you'll have the opportunity to grow your desk and progress your career alongside the business. Salary: 28,000-50,000 Base (Plus Commission). Location: Edinburgh with Hybrid working. Minimum of 3 days office based. The ideal candidate An experienced Recruiter with many years of success in sales Benefits & Perks: We care about your well-being and want you to feel motivated and appreciated. To reward you for your hard work we have lots of Benefits & Perks. • Fantastic Bonus Scheme, • Industry leading 120k club, • Matched Pension contribution up to 5%, • Hybrid working options - A mixture of Homeworking and Offices, • Summer and Christmas Party, • 1 additional day awarded for each full year's service- Maximum 5 additional days., • Day off on your Morgan Hunt Birthday., • All employees are eligible to receive free pension and investment advice on a quarterly basis through our partner Lemonade., • Up to 28 Days Annual Leave, • Buy Additional Annual Leave- After 1 years' service, staff can purchase up to an additional 5 day holiday. Morgan Hunt is a multi-award-winning recruitment business for interim, contract and temporary recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies. Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer. Job suitability is assessed on merit in accordance with the individual's skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.

Service Manager – Community Services, Scotland Maternity Cover Remote working - Scotland Starting £31,366 pa plus excellent benefits 35 hours per week Fixed-term maternity leave contract for 12 months You will be joining us at an exciting time as we continue to grow our reach to support people who are deaf, have hearing loss or tinnitus through our RNID Near You community services. These services are delivered in accessible local community settings through a local coordinator and volunteers to offer: · practical hearing aid support · information on hearing loss and tinnitus · hearing checks You will have responsibility for the successful management and delivery of these services across your area. You will: · Manage your service hubs to ensure high quality, standardised delivery of RNID Near You – meeting performance and KPI targets delivery within budget with an eye to continuous improvement. · Support your team through positive and encouraging line management to deliver RNID Near You to the highest standards. · Work with the Community Services Development Team to record and collate KPI information ensuring that your services are delivering to target and act quickly to ensure plans are in place to remedy poor performance. · Liaise with key partners and stakeholders to deliver mutual satisfaction of performance and ensure long term funding of our services. Essential criteria for the post: · You will have a strong background in service delivery to target and to a high standard. · You will have experience of supporting staff or volunteers to deliver high quality service activity. · You will have an eye for detail and record keeping (monitoring and evaluation). · You will have experience of preparing and managing budgets with knowledge of routine finance and budget processes. · You can work remotely and use technology to not be limited by geography. · You will be deaf aware and fully committed to the RNID EDI principles in every aspect of your work. We are RNID: the national charity supporting the 18 million people in the UK who are deaf, have hearing loss or tinnitus. Together, we will end the discrimination faced by our communities, help people hear better now and fund world-class research to restore hearing and silence tinnitus. We work with our communities and partners across industry, government, charity, education and more to change life for the better. RNID has a proud history and big ambitions. We also know the value of a friendly face in local communities to support people where they need it most. We champion the value of difference and equality and celebrate our diverse and inclusive workforce. We actively encourage applications from eligible candidates from BAME backgrounds or who are deaf or hard of hearing. With almost 20% of our employees having a disability we proudly hold Disability Confident Leader status and guarantee an interview for disabled applicants meeting the minimum essential criteria. For further information and to apply please click the Apply button now. Closing date: 1 June 2026 Interviews: 8 June 2026

As part of the team working in the Contact, Command and Control Division, you can make a real difference by supporting the provision of the Area Control Room to our officer and staff. Key Responsibilities: To provide the highest possible standard of service to the Public and the Force by commanding and controlling Police resources to incidents in accordance with grade of call and co-ordinating any other necessary agency in response to incidents. Support operational officers by providing relevant system information and updating incident logs. Receive, evaluate, prioritise and action information relating to routine and emergency situations. Task and allocate police resources in response to all live, ongoing incidents, in line with the grading of the call. Provide relevant support throughout the period of any incident. Essential Skills required for the role: • Educated to SQA Higher Grade level or equivalent, OR • Where no formal qualifications exist significant relevant experience in the provision of customer advice over the telephone (particularly high volume call handling), • Effective interpersonal skills, • Confident, concise and competent communicator, • Ability to remain calm and courteous at all times, particularly when dealing with a number of activities simultaneously., • Able to adapt positively to change., • Ability to work on own initiative, with minimum supervision or as part of a team., • Decisive with sound judgement., • Flexible, • Accurate, • Must have excellent keyboard skills, • Must be IT literate with working knowledge of Windows, with the ability to become proficient in the appropriate computer system (this role will involve navigating various police systems.), • Experience of working in a reactive environment. Shift Pattern: A disruption level and unsocial hours applies to this role. Please refer to the shift pattern/calculator for details (please contact the recruiter directly regarding this shift pattern/calculator) Why join us? • Competitive salary with annual increments, • Full-time or part-time shift patterns, • 28 days annual leave and 6 public holidays (increases with service), • Local government pension scheme for long-term security, • Ongoing training to develop your skills, • Opportunities for career progression and professional growth, • Comprehensive wellbeing support and dynamic work environment, • Exclusive discounts and savings through our rewards and benefits network Every role in Police Scotland plays a part in Keeping People Safe. This is an opportunity to join a national organisation serving communities across Scotland, where integrity, fairness and respect are at the heart of everything we do. Police Scotland serves over 5 million people across Scotland’s cities, towns, rural and island communities. Our 2030 vision is for safer communities, less crime, supported victims and a thriving workforce. We are committed to equality, human rights and building a workforce that reflects the communities we serve. Full details regarding this vacancy can be found in the attached Role Profile. Applicants must be a British citizen, a member of the EU or other states in the EEA, a Commonwealth citizen or a foreign national free of restrictions.

Job Description An exciting opportunity has arisen to work as a full time commercial property solicitor within our Governance and Property Law Team on a temporary 3 year contract. This role will have a varied and interesting workload which may include disposals, acquisitions, regeneration and development, planning, compulsory purchase orders, leasing and other property related contracts and advice to Council departments and organisations within the Council family. \n Although experience would be desirable, we are looking for applicants with a positive attitude, a willingness to learn and a desire to work in local government. Applications will be considered from newly qualified solicitors. \n Working with the Council provides a rewarding career with the opportunity to continually develop and gain valuable skills and experience in a positive workplace culture. The Council currently operates a hybrid working model and offers excellent flexible working options, as well as membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme. \n This position requires a Level 2 disclosure. Please note successful candidates for the above position will be required to pay for their Disclosure. \n More information on the Council and Legal Services can be found here: https://www.glasgow.gov.uk/article/9508/Legal-Jobs Application Packs We want everyone to be able to apply. If you need the Application Pack in another format, like Braille, large print, or another language, please call us on 0141 287 1054. \n If we need to post it to you, we’ll send it by second-class mail within three working days. Please allow enough time to complete and return your application before the closing date. If you think you might need more time because of accessibility needs, please get in touch and we’ll be happy to help. \n There are also a number of Accessibility Tools compatible with the myjobscotland website which may assist you with your application. More information on these can be found at https://myjobscotland.gov.uk/accessibility-statement. Further Information Please note that Glasgow City Council is currently completing a Job Evaluation exercise and introducing a new pay and grading structure which may impact on current salaries quoted in job adverts, see \n \n Working for Us\Job Evaluation \n \n \n \n For further information about working for us please refer to our website GCC HR Policies \n \n \n

Job Description An exciting opportunity has arisen to work as a part time commercial property solicitor within our Governance and Property Law Team on a permanent basis. \n This role will have a varied and interesting workload which may include disposals, acquisitions, regeneration and development, planning, compulsory purchase orders, leasing and other property related contracts and advice to Council departments and organisations within the Council family, in particular City Property. \n Although experience would be desirable, we are looking for applicants with a positive attitude, a willingness to learn and a desire to work in local government. Applications will be considered from newly qualified solicitors. \n Working with the Council provides a rewarding career with the opportunity to continually develop and gain valuable skills and experience in a positive workplace culture. The Council currently operates a hybrid working model and offers excellent flexible working options, as well as membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme. \n This position requires a Level 2 disclosure. Please note successful candidates for the above position will be required to pay for their Disclosure. \n More information on the Council and Legal Services can be found here: https://www.glasgow.gov.uk/article/9508/Legal-Jobs Application Packs We want everyone to be able to apply. If you need the Application Pack in another format, like Braille, large print, or another language, please call us on 0141 287 1054. \n If we need to post it to you, we’ll send it by second-class mail within three working days. Please allow enough time to complete and return your application before the closing date. If you think you might need more time because of accessibility needs, please get in touch and we’ll be happy to help. \n There are also a number of Accessibility Tools compatible with the myjobscotland website which may assist you with your application. More information on these can be found at https://myjobscotland.gov.uk/accessibility-statement. Further Information Please note that Glasgow City Council is currently completing a Job Evaluation exercise and introducing a new pay and grading structure which may impact on current salaries quoted in job adverts, see \n \n Working for Us\Job Evaluation \n \n \n \n For further information about working for us please refer to our website GCC HR Policies \n \n \n

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Associate Director in Building Surveying to join a leading property and construction consultancy team in Edinburgh. For the right candidate, appointment at Director level will be considered. This role offers the chance to lead a diverse range of projects across both the private and public sectors, delivering high-quality building surveying services including design and specification, dilapidations, contract administration, and building surveys. You’ll play a key role in managing clients and project teams, driving business development, and ensuring successful project outcomes from inception to completion. We’re looking for an experienced chartered building surveyor (MRICS) with a strong technical background, excellent communication skills, and a track record in client-facing roles. Proficiency in AutoCAD, NBS, and MS Project is desirable, as is experience in sectors such as higher education, healthcare, and local government. This role comes with a salary of £75,000- 80,000, car allowance and the option of an electric vehicle, a healthy living yearly grant to help with various activities such as gym fees and golf memberships and even 2 days a year for corporate fundraising. If you’re well-organised, commercially astute, and ready to take the next step in leading and mentoring a motivated surveying team, this is a great opportunity to shape your career while delivering meaningful impact for clients. Legal Information: We act as an employment agency for permanent work and as an employment business for temporary work. For roles in the UK, applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. We value diversity and promote equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all areas of society and can discuss any reasonable adjustments to support your application

Security Engineer (Access Control / CCTV) £38,000 - £40,000 (OTE: £45,000 - £50,000) + 25 Days Holiday + Company Vehicle + Mobile Phone + Laptop + Pension Central Belt Scotland, ideally located in or around Glasgow, Edinburgh, Livingston, Falkirk, Stirling, Cumbernauld, Coatbridge, Motherwell, Dunfermline or East Kilbride Are you a Security Engineer with experience across both service and installation? Are you looking for a long-term role offering stability, structured training and a strong overall package? This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established and steadily growing security specialist, offering long-term stability, minimal staying away from home and a regional patch across the Central Belt. The business has grown consistently since its founding and prides itself on delivering high-quality work while developing its engineers through continued training and support. You will be joining a close-knit team with a strong focus on standards, professionalism and long-term retention. In this role, you will carry out service and installation of security systems across a range of high-profile sites. The company offers a positive working environment, good work-life balance and ongoing technical development. The Role: Mixture of service and installation of security systems across Universities, Student Residencies, NHS and Local Government Buildings Excellent continued industry training on new products Working across the Central Belt The Person: Based around the Central Belt - Full UK Driving Licence Experienced in CCTV and Access Control Looking to stay with a company long term and develop. Keywords Access Control, CCTV, Security Engineer, Service Engineer, Installation Engineer, Central Belt, Glasgow, Edinburgh Reference Number: (phone number removed) To apply for this role or to be considered for further opportunities, please click Apply Now or contact Fred Sibley at Rise Technical Recruitment. Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles. The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set and will be decided by our client, the employer. Rise are not responsible or liable for any hiring decisions made by the end client. We are an equal opportunities company and welcome applications from all suitable candidates