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Fund Controller – Investment Operations (6-month FTC) Based: Edinburgh or Glasgow The Scottish National Investment Bank is seeking a Fund Controller to play a pivotal role within our Investment Operations team. As a purpose-driven organisation, we are committed to creating lasting environmental, societal, and financial impacts for the people of Scotland. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to our mission by ensuring the seamless flow and reporting of investment data throughout the lifecycle of our investments. Reporting to the Director of Investment Operations, you will support the Bank's middle office by managing cash flows, coordinating investment data, and providing critical support for investment valuations in accordance with IFRS 9 and IPEV standards. Your expertise will be essential in administering equity and debt investments, liaising with Finance on investment income, and maintaining the integrity of our investment management systems. As the Bank is now FCA-regulated, you will ensure compliance with financial crime legislation and play a key role in managing both individual and portfolio valuations. Your ability to manage complex cash flows, conduct mathematical analyses, and enhance our forecasting systems will be invaluable to our success. Key Responsibilities: • Lead the preparation and analysis of investment valuations, ensuring compliance with IFRS 9 and IPEV., • Supporting the Bank’s investment portfolio forecasting, maintaining model integrity, and liaising with finance team to help deliver the core Financial Planning and Analysis output, • Manage the release of investment funds, ensuring all contractual and legal requirements are met., • Oversee the tracking and calculation of investment income, including interest payments and dividend receipts., • Maintain and enhance the Bank’s investment management systems, ensuring data integrity and confidentiality., • Collaborate with Finance and other internal teams to monitor and report on investment performance., • Support the Bank's compliance with FCA Conduct Rules and participate in mandatory training. We are looking for a proactive and detail-oriented professional with a strong background in investment operations, ideally within private equity. You should possess: • An accounting qualification and current membership of a relevant professional accounting body., • Extensive experience in asset management, with a solid understanding of FCA regulations and IPEV standards., • Well-developed technical skills, particularly in Excel, with experience in private markets investment management systems., • A keen awareness of risk and controls, with the ability to apply this knowledge to the investment lifecycle., • Excellent organisational, communication, and problem-solving skills. We welcome candidates who may not meet all the criteria but believe they can excel in this role. We value diverse experiences and perspectives, and your unique background could be a great addition to our team. We support flexible working and strive to build a fairer, more sustainable, and innovative Scotland. At the Scottish National Investment Bank, we offer a supportive culture that values your expertise and autonomy, encourages continuous learning, and provides opportunities for meaningful work. The salary range is £51-59k, depending on experience, with additional benefits including 30 days annual leave plus public holidays, a 12% non-contributory pension, volunteer days, and more. We operate a hybrid working model and are open to discussing flexible working patterns. If you are eligible under the Disability Confident Scheme or need any adjustments to support your application, please reach out to us. We are committed to providing the support needed for you to participate fully in our recruitment process.

At Spacelabs Healthcare, we’re committed to transforming healthcare through continuous innovation. Our scalable solutions deliver critical patient data across local and remote systems, enabling clinicians to act with confidence and improving outcomes for patients worldwide. We are seeking a Senior Quality Assurance Engineer who will play a pivotal role in ensuring our medical devices are safe, effective, and compliant. This individual will lead Design Controls, Risk Management, and Quality Management System (QMS) governance throughout the product lifecycle—primarily focusing on design and pre‑market activities. Acting as a trusted partner to R&D and Regulatory Affairs, you will help drive informed decision‑making that safeguards patients while enabling compliant innovation. Key Responsibilities Design & Development Quality Leadership • Champion critical thinking across product development teams throughout all stages of design and development., • Serve as a subject‑matter expert in Design Controls, Risk Management, Electrical Safety, and Usability Engineering., • Ensure all design activities are properly executed, accurately documented, and compliant with internal procedures and global regulatory requirements., • Review Engineering Change Orders (ECOs) and design changes to confirm sound engineering practice and maintained device safety and effectiveness., • Oversee efficient progression of design changes with complete, traceable, and compliant documentation., • Participate in cross‑functional design reviews, assessing design plans, inputs, outputs, V&V evidence, and change records., • Identify potential safety or performance concerns and support appropriate risk management activities., • Ensure design decisions are fully justified, documented, and aligned with regulatory expectations. Risk Management • Contribute to risk management activities in accordance with ISO 14971., • Support hazard analyses, FMEAs, and related risk management documentation., • Ensure risk control measures are implemented, verified, and supported by objective evidence., • Provide structured, risk‑based decision‑making to support product safety and compliance., • Ensure risk–benefit evaluations are complete, clear, and aligned with global regulatory expectations. Material Review Board (Design‑Related) While the role does not oversee manufacturing or service activities, you will: • Participate in design‑related reviews of nonconforming materials and investigations where they impact design decisions, safety, or documentation., • Communicate trends or recurring issues to design teams., • Support corrective actions or design improvements based on nonconformance insights. QMS Administration • Conduct internal quality audits to verify compliance with procedures and regulatory expectations., • Lead or support CAPA activities, ensuring effective verification and complete documentation., • Manage process change control for design‑related processes, ensuring proper evaluation, documentation, and approval., • Support external audits/inspections by representing design‑related quality processes., • Educate internal teams on quality obligations and alignment with the Spacelabs Quality Policy., • Maintain and improve QMS procedures, work instructions, and templates. Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree in Quality, Engineering, or related fields (e.g., Computer/Software, Biomedical, Mechanical, Electrical)., • 7+ years of relevant Quality or Engineering experience., • 5+ years working with medical device regulatory requirements, quality standards, and QMS., • Experience maintaining Technical Files, GSRPCs, Risk Management Files, Usability Files, Design History Files, MVPs, and Change Control documentation., • Experience with statistical analysis., • Knowledge of Software as a Medical Device (SaMD) or software within medical devices., • Experience collaborating with teams under design controls during new product development., • Strong communication skills across all levels of an organization., • Highly self‑motivated, organized, and proactive.

At Spacelabs Healthcare, we are on a mission to provide continuous innovation in healthcare technology for better clinical and economic outcomes. Our scalable solutions deliver critical patient data across local and remote systems, enable better-informed decisions, increase efficiencies, and create a safer environment for patients. Why work at Spacelabs? Because lives depend on you! Junior Software Engineer – (R&D, Patient Monitoring & Connectivity) Join the Spacelabs R&D engineering team to develop next-generation patient monitoring and connectivity products. This role requires strong design and development skills, hands-on engineering, and technical leadership. You will contribute to the architecture, design, implementation, and delivery of software that meets functional, performance, and cybersecurity needs in a regulated medical environment. Responsibilities: • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define requirements and workflows for patient monitors., • Participate in reviews of software requirements, architecture, design, connectivity, and UI., • Contribute to component design and software architecture planning., • Design, code, debug, document, and release software for the communication, storage, and analysis of patient data in an agile environment., • Ensure timely delivery with unit tests and documentation., • Uphold company values of Integrity, Innovation, Accountability, and Teamwork. Requirements: • BS in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, or related discipline., • 4+ years of software experience with OOP; 3+ years in C++11 or higher., • Experience with multi-threading techniques., • Attend the office in Edinburgh 4 times per week, • Linux desktop application development in embedded environments (preferred)., • Qt/QML and modern UI frameworks (WPF, WinUI 3, UWP) experience (preferred)., • Familiarity with regulated industries (medical, aerospace, defence, finance)., • Experience with integrated hardware/software medical devices (preferred)., • Knowledge of Containers, DevOps, Azure DevOps, Git, Agile, and Continuous Delivery., • Collaboration experience with international teams (Europe, India, US). NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES OSI Systems, Inc. and its subsidiaries (collectively “OSI”) does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. If any person or entity, including a recruiter or agency, submits any information, including any resume or information regarding any potential candidate, without a signed agreement in place with OSI, OSI explicitly reserves the right to use such information, and pursue and/or hire such candidates, without any financial obligation to the person, recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited information or resumes, including those submitted directly to hiring managers, are considered and deemed to be the property of OSI. OSI Systems, Inc. has three operating divisions: (a) Security, providing security and inspection systems, turnkey security screening solutions and related services; (b) Healthcare, providing patient monitoring, diagnostic cardiology and anesthesia systems; and (c) Optoelectronics and Manufacturing, providing specialized electronic components and electronic manufacturing services for original equipment manufacturers with applications in the defense, aerospace, medical and industrial markets, among others.

Fintech industry Full-time Edinburgh UK, 4 days per week on-site, one remote. Role Responsibility • You will have complete ownership of ensuring that changes are fully completed and any affected services are restored., • You will identify process improvements for change implementation and weekend checkouts; aid is incident management and root cause analysis., • Provide ongoing operational support for the Aladdin infrastructure. Supporting and fixing both batch processing and interactive user applications to ensure the high availability of the Aladdin Environment, • Uses various tools to conduct analysis on system performance, root cause diagnostics, and systems’/applications’ design to understand and improve the operating quality of production environments., • Engage in clear and concise communications both verbally and in writing. Effectively interacts on incident bridges and calls to ensure all distributed team members are constantly informed., • Engineer solutions to expedite recovery of environment post weekend maintenances., • Using ServiceNow for Incident and Problem management., • Weekend Shift Work: You might be required to work on the weekend shifts on a rotational basis, • Stakeholder management, IM and PM experience. Qualifications • A four-year degree specializing in Computer Science, MIS, Mathematics, Physics, or Engineering. Exposure to (or strong interest in), • 3-5 years or experience in a Production Support role., • Good understanding of Linux administration fundamentals; must be familiar with typical administrative commands., • Prior experience with Incident management and Problem management., • Prior system administration experience is highly desirable., • Understanding of the following programming languages to identify Error Codes and provide support, pass on the incident to the right team, • Candidates must have a strong interest and skills for quickly learning new technologies and proprietary systems., • Possess a positive demeanor and ability to work as a teammate in fast paced environment., • Build opportunities to integrate and automate operational processes, procedures, and tooling., • Experience in working with Cloud Native Platforms e.g., Azure, AWS, GCP etc., • Keen interest and willing to learn any of these technologies: Ansible, Chef, , AWX (front end of Ansible), Service

At ALMIS International, one of the UK’s most impactful FinTech’s, we develop industry-leading software solutions used by over 60 banking institutions. As part of our continued growth we are searching for a dynamic and results-driven Senior Cloud Engineer to join the IT & Cloud Team and take up a leading role in developing and supporting the ALMIS One Cloud solution. The role reports to the Head of IT & Cloud. The ideal candidate will be strategically minded, an ambitious self-starter with the ability to build trust through performance and effective communication with cross-departmental subject matter experts. About the Role As Senior Cloud Engineer, you will: · Design, build, and maintain Azure‑based infrastructure that underpins ALMIS’s cloud‑hosted SaaS platform and internal systems, ensuring solutions are scalable, resilient, secure, and cost‑effective. · Contribute to cloud architecture and solution design in collaboration with the Head of IT & Cloud and software development teams. · Implement and maintain Infrastructure as Code and automated deployment, enabling consistent, repeatable, and reliable platform delivery. · Ensure the SaaS platform is available, recoverable, observable, and supportable, and provide 3rd‑line support for complex cloud and platform issues, including incident resolution and root cause analysis. · Operate and continuously improve the platform with a focus on reliability, performance, security, and cost optimisation. · Implement and manage Azure security and networking best practices, including identity, RBAC, monitoring, and vulnerability management, ensuring compliance with ISO 27001 and ALMIS policies. · Maintain production‑grade documentation, technical controls, and evidence to support audits, compliance activities, and operational readiness. · Work closely with development teams to ensure the cloud platform supports reliable and fast releases and aligns with modern DevOps practices. · Collaborate with ALMIS’ Managed Service Provider and cloud suppliers to operate and enhance services, supporting the evaluation of new capabilities, licensing, renewals, and supplier performance alongside the Head of IT & Cloud. · Stay current with relevant cloud technologies, frameworks, and best practices, and share knowledge through informal mentoring and collaboration within the engineering team. Essential Skills & Experience · Degree in IT, Computer Science, or a related discipline, or equivalent practical experience. · 3+ years’ experience in a Senior Cloud Engineer or similar role, supporting production cloud platforms on Azure, preferably in a SaaS context. · Strong hands‑on experience designing, implementing, and operating Microsoft Azure environments. · Practical experience designing, deploying and supporting Azure Virtual Desktop solutions. · Solid experience with Infrastructure as Code using Terraform and/or Bicep. · Good knowledge of Azure networking and security, including Hub‑and‑Spoke architectures, Azure Defender for Cloud, and patch and vulnerability management. · Experience implementing and supporting CI/CD pipelines using e.g. Azure DevOps. · Strong PowerShell scripting capability. · Ability to manage workload and priorities within Agile and traditional delivery approaches. · Strong written and verbal communication skills, combined with excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills. Ability to communicate complex technical issues clearly. · Collaborative approach with the ability to work effectively with internal teams and external suppliers. Desirable / Bonus Skills · Experience delivering and supporting end‑user computing platforms on Azure, including Azure Virtual Desktop and the use of tools such as Nerdio to optimise cost, automation, and operational management. · Hands‑on experience operating or supporting cloud‑hosted SaaS platforms, with a solid understanding of availability, BCDR, scalability, monitoring, security boundaries, and customer impact. · Practical experience with identity and automation technologies, including Microsoft Entra ID and Active Directory · Automation using PowerShell, Python, or low‑code tools such as Power Automate. · Relevant Microsoft Azure certification (e.g. AZ‑104 or equivalent) or demonstrable equivalent experience operating Azure environments in production · Experience designing, configuring, and supporting Microsoft 365 and endpoint management solutions, including M365 workloads (Exchange Online, SharePoint Online, Teams, OneDrive), Microsoft Intune, device compliance, conditional access, and security baseline enforcement. · Familiarity with LLM and AI platforms, such as Azure AI Foundry, GitHub Copilot, Claude Code.

Management Accountant | Edinburgh | Permanent | Full Time| Hybrid | £39,000-£43,000 + Benefits Your new company Hays is delighted to be partnering with a Scottish charity in therecruitment of a Management Accountant. A respected organisation whose workspans vital frontline services including individual and group support,residential care, education and specialist services for veterans. Theorganisation is values-led, committed to inclusion, and focused on deliveringmeaningful, high-quality services across Scotland while ensuring financialsustainability and strong governance. Your new role As ManagementAccountant, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality financialinsight across the organisation, supporting effective planning, monitoring anddecision-making. Reporting to the Finance Manager, you will take responsibilityfor producing timely and accurate monthly management accounts, alongside clearand accessible financial analysis that enables stakeholders to understandfinancial performance and make informed decisions. You will leadelements of financial reporting, budgeting and forecasting, working closelywith budget holders to ensure plans are realistic, aligned to organisationalpriorities and consistently applied. The role requires regular monitoring ofperformance, with responsibility for identifying and explaining variances,trends and risks, as well as providing constructive challenge where assumptionsor plans require scrutiny. This positionalso has a strong focus on collaboration and continuous improvement. You willwork with colleagues across the organisation to improve financialunderstanding, support financial modelling for funding bids and commercialactivity, and contribute to the development of robust key performanceindicators that link financial performance with service delivery. Hybridworking is available, although travel across Scotland to attend meetings andorganisational sites will be required from time to time. What you'll need to succeed To succeed inthis role, you will be a qualified or part-qualified accountant, holding orworking towards a recognised professional qualification such as ACCA, CIMA, ACAor CIPFA, or be able to demonstrate equivalent experience in financialreporting and analysis. You will have hands-on experience preparing managementaccounts and financial reports, supported by strong analytical skills and theability to identify, explain and respond to financial variances, trends andrisks. You will becomfortable supporting budgets and forecasts and working closely withnon-finance colleagues, using your communication skills to present financialinformation clearly and in an accessible way. A collaborative mindset, strongattention to detail and the confidence to provide reasoned financial challengeare essential. Experience within a charity, public sector or regulatedenvironment, supporting funding bids, or working with ERP systems such asNetSuite would be advantageous, though not essential. What you'll get in return Inreturn, you will secure a permanent role within a purpose-driven organisationthat delivers meaningful impact across Scotland. The post is offered on a35-hour working week, Monday to Friday, with hybrid working available. You willjoin a supportive and collaborative finance team, working within anorganisation that values integrity, openness and continuous improvement. SightScotland is committed to accessible and inclusive recruitment practices andwill provide reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment and employmentprocess where required. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. 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. # 4787089

Solution Architect Predominantly Remote (some travel to Edinburgh) £650-750p/d emagine is a high-end professional services consultancy and solutions firm Specialising in providing business and technology services to the financial services sector, we power progress, solve challenges and deliver real results through tailored high-end consulting services and solutions. We have created a culture of openness and integrity by building genuine and strong relationships and partnerships, enabling us to be uncompromising in our dedication in delivering the optimal service for our clients. Our commitment is not just towards our clients but we aim to foster a positive and equitable working environment with our consultants and colleagues which stems from our core values: Confident, Dedicated, Responsible, Genuine. We are seeking Migration Solution Architect for a multiyear programme aimed at migrating policies from legacy systems to a new policy administration system managed by a third-party provider. The role requires not just oversight of the migration process but also the ability to critically assess and validate the integration of the new system with Internal corporate applications. Key Responsibilities Solution Architecture & Design Assurance Own the end-to-end solution architecture for migration initiatives. Review, challenge, and assure solution designs proposed by the third-party provider. Ensure designs align with internal enterprise architecture principles and technology roadmap. Produce and maintain internal architectural design documentation. Lead architectural due diligence across platforms, integrations, data flows, and non-functional requirements. Third-Party Oversight Act as the primary architectural interface between the business and third party. Challenge third-party proposals constructively and confidently Validate that integration requirements back into Internal systems (finance, digital, corporate platforms) are fully met. Stakeholder Management Work closely with the Senior Architect and broader architecture community. Engage confidently with senior stakeholders, delivery leads, and third-party architects. Essential Experience & Background Proven experience as a Senior Solution Architect on complex transformation or migration programmes. Strong experience overseeing third-party / BPO-led solution designs. Deep understanding of systems integration architecture, particularly in hybrid or multi-vendor environments. Confident communicator with the gravitas to challenge suppliers and influence senior stakeholders. Background in Insurance, particularly Life & Pensions. Experience with policy administration systems and large-scale data or policy migrations. Familiarity with Agile delivery in large enterprise programmes. Our people The ideal consultants will share our values and be aligned with our ways of working and as your career progresses, you can expect to work across all areas of the project lifecycle, from strategy to implementation. This will provide you with a broad base of experience from which to build an outstanding career. The ideal consultants will share our values and be aligned with our ways of working and as your career progresses, you can expect to work across all areas of the project lifecycle. We pride ourselves on; Providing our people with a supportive culture, rooted in our values and driven by our purpose. Promoting a culture of inclusion, collaboration, well-being, and learning and development. Providing increased agility and flexibility within our hybrid working model Investing in employees’ growth through ongoing training and development Autonomy to take ownership of projects, making decisions and demonstrating individual expertise Providing an transparent performance and career management experience. Our consultants are integral to delivering successful consulting engagements, addressing our clients’ most pressing business challenges, and build lasting value in disciplines such as: Solve sophisticated, ambiguous business, change and technology problems, bringing structure and meticulous analysis and planning, acting, and taking decisions with little strategic direction Build, develop and sustain trusted senior client relationships in the C-suite by remaining highly attuned to client needs Drive, enable and support the business, partnering with our leaders, clients, and consultants across our practices to take the best of emagine to our clients through opportunity identification/qualification, solution development/presentation Interested? At emagine, we are committed to building an international and diverse team by embracing our different backgrounds. If you are up to the challenge and would like to find out more, get in touch with us immediately, our internal recruitment team is always keen to hear from dynamic individuals that are looking to further their career and explore their full potential. “emagine is an equal opportunity employer, and employment practices are based strictly on merit. It is the policy of the Company to give equal opportunity in employment regardless of sex, sexual orientation, marital status, race, age, disability, gender reassignment, pregnancy and maternity, religion or ethnic origin”

Agile Delivery Manager Remote (May require occasional travel to Edinburgh) £600-750 p/d ASAP start emagine is a high-end professional services consultancy and solutions firm Specialising in providing business and technology services to the financial services sector, we power progress, solve challenges and deliver real results through tailored high-end consulting services and solutions. We have created a culture of openness and integrity by building genuine and strong relationships and partnerships, enabling us to be uncompromising in our dedication in delivering the optimal service for our clients. Our commitment is not just towards our clients but we aim to foster a positive and equitable working environment with our consultants and colleagues which stems from our core values: Confident, Dedicated, Responsible, Genuine. As an Agile Delivery Manager, you will play a key role in leading and managing an initiative aimed at enhancing customer experience. This involves overseeing multiple parallel work streams to ensure seamless integration of various systems through the implementation of agile methodologies. Ideal candidates will possess strong leadership and communication skills, proficiency in Agile frameworks, and a deep understanding of digital transformation efforts. Main Responsibilities In this position, you will: Lead Agile project delivery for cross-functional teams. Ensure alignment of project goals with organisational objectives. Facilitate agile ceremonies and foster team collaboration. Monitor project progress and mitigate risks effectively. Engage stakeholders for feedback and continuous improvement. Maintain and track project documentation and reporting. Customize agile practices to suit team needs. Drive a culture of accountability and high performance. Key Requirements Proven experience as an Agile Delivery Manager or similar role. In-depth knowledge of Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban). Strong communication and leadership skills. Experience with digital transformation projects. Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Proficiency in project management tools. Experience in the financial services industry. Familiarity with API integrations and system architecture. Our people The ideal consultants will share our values and be aligned with our ways of working and as your career progresses, you can expect to work across all areas of the project lifecycle, from strategy to implementation. This will provide you with a broad base of experience from which to build an outstanding career. The ideal consultants will share our values and be aligned with our ways of working and as your career progresses, you can expect to work across all areas of the project lifecycle. We pride ourselves on; Providing our people with a supportive culture, rooted in our values and driven by our purpose. Promoting a culture of inclusion, collaboration, well-being, and learning and development. Providing increased agility and flexibility within our hybrid working model Investing in employees’ growth through ongoing training and development Autonomy to take ownership of projects, making decisions and demonstrating individual expertise Providing an transparent performance and career management experience. Our consultants are integral to delivering successful consulting engagements, addressing our clients’ most pressing business challenges, and build lasting value in disciplines such as: Solve sophisticated, ambiguous business, change and technology problems, bringing structure and meticulous analysis and planning, acting, and taking decisions with little strategic direction Build, develop and sustain trusted senior client relationships in the C-suite by remaining highly attuned to client needs Drive, enable and support the business, partnering with our leaders, clients, and consultants across our practices to take the best of emagine to our clients through opportunity identification/qualification, solution development/presentation Interested? At emagine, we are committed to building an international and diverse team by embracing our different backgrounds. If you are up to the challenge and would like to find out more, get in touch with us immediately, our internal recruitment team is always keen to hear from dynamic individuals that are looking to further their career and explore their full potential. “emagine is an equal opportunity employer, and employment practices are based strictly on merit. It is the policy of the Company to give equal opportunity in employment regardless of sex, sexual orientation, marital status, race, age, disability, gender reassignment, pregnancy and maternity, religion or ethnic origin”

Interim Financial Accountant Interim Financial Accountant - Large Not-for-Profit Organisation - Edinburgh Hybrid | Up to £250 per day | Start Date: March 2026 Hays are working with a large, well-established not-for-profit organisation in the Edinburgh area who are seeking an experienced Interim Financial Accountant to support its finance function during a key operational period. This hybrid opportunity offers a balance of office collaboration and flexible home working. The Role As Interim Financial Accountant, you will be responsible for delivering accurate and timely financial reports, supporting both day-to-day finance operations and wider organisational objectives. You’ll work closely with senior leadership and operational teams to ensure financial stability and informed decision-making during a period of change. Key Responsibilities • Prepare monthly and quarterly management accounts., • Support year-end processes, including audit preparation and liaison with external auditors., • Produce accurate financial statements, reconciliations, and variance analysis., • Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and ongoing cash-flow management., • Maintain and enhance internal financial controls and compliance frameworks., • Partner with non-finance stakeholders to interpret financial performance and provide commercial insight., • Identify and implement improvements to financial processes and reporting.About You We welcome applicants from a range of accounting backgrounds. Open to: • Part-qualified accountants (ACCA, CIMA, ACA or equivalent), • Fully qualified accountantsSkills & Experience, • Solid technical accounting experience in a Financial Accountant or similar role, • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, • Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment, • Confident communicator who can build rapport across the organisation., • Strong attention to detail and a proactive approach to improvementContract Details, • Day Rate: Up to £250 per day, • Start Date: March 2026 - contract duration could last up to a year, • Location: Edinburgh area, • Working Pattern: Hybrid, • Organisation: Large, values-driven not-for-profit # 4781446

Finance Business Partner We’re looking for a Finance Business Partner with the strategic mindset, commercial sharpness and business partnering strength to drive financial performance, enhance cost discipline and influence decision-making across the organisation. This is a high-impact role partnering with senior leaders and operational teams, where you’ll turn complex financial data into clear, actionable insight that shapes both operational delivery and long-term strategy. Business partnering sits at the heart of the role. You’ll build trusted relationships across the organisation, challenge constructively and ensure financial thinking is embedded in key decisions. You’ll be confident stepping into strategic conversations, asking the right questions and challenging the status quo to help the organisation make better, more informed choices. Cost control will be a major focus. You’ll lead the identification of cost-saving opportunities, analyse cost trends, challenge assumptions and provide insightful commentary that drives accountability. You’ll develop and maintain robust cost models, support scenario planning and help embed a culture of disciplined, value-driven financial management. You’ll also take ownership of budgeting, forecasting and performance reporting, ensuring financial plans are accurate, aligned and delivered with clarity. You’ll play a key role in month-end, strengthen governance and controls, and contribute to wider transformation and improvement initiatives. We’re looking for a qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA, CA, ACA) with strong experience in business partnering, cost management and financial analysis gained within a large or complex organisation. You’ll bring a strategic mindset, the confidence to challenge constructively and the ability to simplify complexity for senior stakeholders. Strong modelling capability, commercial curiosity and the ability to build trusted relationships will set you apart. If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. 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. # 4786822

FP&A Analyst | Edinburgh | Permanent | Full -Time| Hybrid | £55,000 - £65,000 + Benefits Your new company Hays is proud to be partnering with a high-growth,international Fintech organisation with a complex group structure and a strongfocus on high-quality financial planning, analysis and commercialinsight. The Group Finance function plays a central role in supporting decision-makingacross the wider business, working closely with senior stakeholders andleadership teams to deliver robust forecasting and strategic analysis. Your new role As anFP&A Analyst, you will be a key member of the Group FP&A team,supporting the delivery of budgeting, forecasting, modelling and reportingacross the entire group. Reporting directly to a senior FP&A leader, thisrole offers broad exposure to senior stakeholders and the opportunity toinfluence decision-making through high-quality analysis andinsight. Yourresponsibilities will include supporting the group forecasting process throughregular update cycles, consolidating regional inputs into management andstakeholder reporting, and producing ad-hoc analysis to inform business decisions. You willwork closely with budget holders and senior management, providing commercialbusiness partnering support, responding to forecast and budget queries, andhighlighting risks and opportunities through variance analysis. The role willalso involve maintaining complex Excel forecast models, managing data fromfinancial systems, and supporting longer-term planning, strategic projects and funding-relatedanalysis. What you'll need to succeed To besuccessful in this role, you will be a fully qualified accountant (CA, CIMA orACCA) with strong experience in planning and forecasting within a fast-pacedenvironment. Advanced Excel modelling capability is essential, including theuse of Power Query, XLOOKUP, GroupBy and PivotBy. You will bring stronganalytical skills, with the ability to interpret complex data and turn it intomeaningful commercial insight. Excellentcommunication skills are key, as the role involves regular interaction withstakeholders at all levels of the business. You will be comfortable managingyour own workload, adapting to changing priorities and using initiative todeliver high-quality outcomes. Experience using planning andreporting tools is required, and exposure to tools such as Power BI, Qlik orAnaplan would be advantageous. What you'll get in return This is an excellent opportunity to join a high-performingGroup FP&A team within a dynamic and evolving organisation. You will gainexposure to senior leadership, complex group forecasting and strategicprojects, while developing your commercial and technical skillset in asupportive and professional environment. The role offers the chance to make atangible impact on business performance while progressing your career within arespected finance function. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. 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. # 4787020

FP&A Business Partner | Edinburgh | Permanent | Full Time | Hybrid | £65,000 - £75,000 + Benefits Your new company Youwill be joining an established, fast-growing fintech organisationheadquartered in Edinburgh. The business is recognised for its commitment toinnovation, long-term stability, and its strong reputation for investing inpeople. With a culture built on collaboration and continuous improvement, thecompany encourages employees to influence change and contribute to theevolution of its financial strategy. As part of a finance function that plays acentral role in organisational performance, you will be joining a team thatworks closely with senior leaders to ensure decisions are informed,data-driven, and aligned to commercial priorities. The organisation valuestransparency, inclusivity, and strategic thinking, providing an environmentwhere finance professionals can truly make an impact. Your new role Inthis FP&A and Business Partnering position, you will play a key role ininfluencing financial outcomes and supporting strategic decisions across theorganisation. You will be responsible for leading financial planning cycles,providing insightful analysis, and developing forecasting models that bringclarity to performance trends. Your role will involve engaging stakeholdersacross operational, commercial and leadership teams, ensuring they understandthe financial implications of their decisions and enabling them to planeffectively. You will translate financial data into meaningful insight andguide conversations that shape investments, resource allocation, and businesspriorities. You will be expected to monitor financial performance, assess risks,and identify opportunities for improvement while maintaining a strong grasp ofboth long-term planning and day-to-day financial needs. What you'll need to succeed Tosucceed in this role, you will bring a professional accounting qualificationsuch as ACCA, CIMA or ACA, along with proven experience in financial planning,analysis, and business partnering. You will demonstrate the confidence to workwith senior stakeholders, the credibility to challenge assumptionsconstructively, and the ability to communicate complex financial information ina clear and engaging manner. Your analytical mindset will be matched bycommercial awareness and a proactive approach to problem-solving. Experienceworking in a fast-paced environment where influencing skills are essential willbe key, as will the ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-onfinancial ownership. What you'll get in return Inreturn, you will join a business that values its people and provides clearopportunities for professional growth. You will have the chance to contributemeaningfully to the strategic direction of the organisation while developingyour own expertise within an ambitious and supportive environment. The companyoffers a competitive salary package, hybrid working, enhanced benefits, andaccess to a highly collaborative finance community. You will work within aculture that encourages innovation, rewards initiative, and recognises thevalue that strong financial insight brings to organisational success. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. 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. # 4770015

At Samaritans, our vision is that fewer people die by suicide. Every day, our volunteers and staff provide life-saving emotional support to people in distress, and behind that work is a culture built on compassion, inclusion, learning and human connection. We are looking for a Senior Community Fundraiser – Scotland to help grow income, strengthen supporter relationships and unlock the power of community fundraising across Scotland. This is an exciting senior role within our Community and Events team, working closely with colleagues and volunteers across our Scottish network. You will develop fundraising opportunities that reflect Scotland’s distinctive communities and supporter landscape; while helping volunteers, branches and supporters play their part in our life-saving work. Contract • £42,000 (FTE) per annum plus benefits, • Full Time (35hrs per week), • Fixed Term (18 months), • Hybrid working - Meeting in person and working collaboratively are things we value. This role is linked to our Edinburgh office with a blend of home and office working and occasional travel to our central office based in Surrey., • In-person working: Minimum of 1 office day each week in the Edinburgh office, normally Wednesdays., • We are passionate about flexible working, talk to us about your preferences. About the role The role will be line managed within the Community and Events team, while working closely with the Scotland office to shape and deliver fundraising growth across the nation. This role will also require occasional travel to our central office in Surrey Ewell or our London Hub office on Leadenhall Street What you’ll do Grow community fundraising income in Scotland • Lead the day-to-day delivery of community fundraising activity across Scotland., • Identify, develop and manage a strong pipeline of supporters and fundraising opportunities., • Manage income budgets of around £200k or more and contribute to forecasting, reporting and performance analysis. Build strong supporter and volunteer relationships • Build and steward relationships with volunteers, branches, individuals, community groups and corporate partners., • Champion excellent supporter journeys that attract new supporters and deepen existing relationships., • Support volunteers and branches to reach their fundraising potential. Work across Samaritans • Support the development and delivery of the Community and Events fundraising strategy and operational plans., • Develop networks across Scotland to raise Samaritans’ profile and unlock new opportunities., • Work across the organisation to embed a “One Samaritans” approach to fundraising and engagement., • Ensure activity complies with charity law, fundraising regulation and data protection requirements About you You’re an experienced community fundraiser who thrives on building relationships and making things happen. You enjoy working collaboratively, influencing stakeholders and supporting volunteers to succeed. You’ll be confident working at both strategic and operational levels, balancing planning and delivery while keeping supporters and volunteers at the heart of everything you do. What you will bring: • Significant experience in community fundraising with a strong understanding of fundraising operations, • Proven ability to manage an income portfolio of £200k+ and work to financial targets, • Excellent relationship‑building, stakeholder management and influencing skills, • Experience of working with and supporting volunteers, • Strong understanding of charity legislation and fundraising best practice, • Experience of working cross‑departmentally and collaboratively, • A genuine commitment to Samaritans’ mission, values and equity, diversity and inclusion principles, • Experience of project management, coaching or mentoring, and managing change would be an advantage, as would knowledge of the Scottish fundraising environment. Full outline in the Job description file below. Criminal record check (PVG) We take safeguarding seriously at Samaritans and follow safe recruitment practices. As this role has direct contact with children and adults at risk, this role will require a PVG (Adults and Children) check. At offer stage, as part of the conditional job offer, we will require the candidate to disclose in full, spent and unspent convictions by completing a declaration form. The declaration form will only be seen by those who need to see it as part of the recruitment process. Why Samaritans? At Samaritans, people matter deeply. We know that meaningful impact starts with how we support each other. We are committed to creating an inclusive, supportive and flexible workplace where everyone can thrive. We value diversity of thought, background and lived experience, and we actively encourage applications from people from all communities. Every person at Samaritans plays a role in helping fewer people die by suicide. If you are motivated by purpose, compassion and the opportunity to make a lasting difference, we would love to hear from you. For further information about Samaritans, including our charity structure, values, employee benefits, and application process, please read our recruitment brochure available below. You can also visit our careers website to access this. We recognise the enormous benefits and the social justice imperatives of ensuring diversity at every level of our organisation. Samaritans is wholly committed to inclusion and diversity and to building a culture and environment where everyone is appreciated for the unique person they are. To ensure Samaritans is representative of those we support and who support us, we particularly welcome applications from disabled, racialised minority and LGBTQ+ candidates, as these people are under-represented at Samaritans. To Apply Please submit your CV and include a cover letter (max 2 pages) evidencing expertise and experience you have to do this role. Please consider areas such as: • Community fundraising leadership, • Stakeholder and volunteer engagement, • Strategic delivery and ways of working At Samaritans, human connection is at the heart of everything we do. We do not use AI at any stage during the selection process. Your application will always be carefully reviewed by the recruiting manager or a member of the Talent Attraction Team. We kindly ask that you avoid using AI tools to generate your application or interview answers. We want to hear your own ideas, insights, and writing style so your unique strengths can shine through. We recognise that some candidates may use assistive technology or tools to help with accessibility, structure or grammar. Applications close at 9am Monday 1st June Interviews All applicants will receive notification of the outcome of their application, at the appropriate time. 1st stage interviews (online) will be held on 9th & 11th June 2nd interviews (face to face in Edinburgh office) will be held on 18th June.

Our purpose is to give everyone real confidence to put their money to work. With a heritage dating back more than 175 years, we have a long history of innovation in savings and investments, combining asset management and insurance expertise to offer a wide range of solutions. Our two distinct operating segments, Asset Management and Life, work together to provide access to balanced, long-term investment and savings solutions. Through telling it like it is, owning it now, and moving it forward together with care and integrity; we are creating an exceptional place to work for exceptional talent. We will consider flexible working arrangements for any of our roles and also offer work place accommodations to ensure you have what you need to effectively deliver in your role. The Role: Quality Management Coach The Quality Management Coach contributes to a positive environment which is focused entirely on delivering a great service experience to our customers and their advisers. The QM Coach has a key role in supporting a multi-functional, digitally led operation, providing high-quality services in relation to "on-boarding" new customers and servicing any ongoing complex needs. Additionally, the Quality Management coach will be responsible for developing best practice through understanding what good performance is and providing effective feedback and support. Individual performance and service delivery is subject to M&G's HR and people policies and is carried out within all policy, legislation and regulatory risk frameworks. A key requirement is the ability to attain and maintain high quality customer outcomes and competence across the wider customer service team and support leaders in the development of their people. Responsibilities will include attention to detail and consistent analysis of performance along with providing guidance and support to improve performance of individuals and teams. Team work, collaboration with colleagues and the role modelling of our behaviours are essential in performing within this role. Responsibilities: • To work collaboratively with colleagues and take personal accountability to maintain and enhance controls you are responsible for to support improvement of the overall control environment, customers outcomes and a reduction in M&G's operational risk, • Analysis of performance against defined standards and identifying areas for improvement, • Root cause/ trend analysis to recommend focused improvement areas for the operational management to take forward or as part of coaching responsibilities, • To apply agreed Quality Assurance processes in accordance with the audit plan to validate and monitor quality and accuracy, • Perform T&C oversight responsibilities to manage the competency of the operational team, • Providing clear feedback on good performance and areas for improvement using a defined coaching model, • People coaching and skill development - organisation and delivery of training, communication and coaching material for 121 and group sessions, • Knowledge Management - taking a key role in the creation and management of knowledge items; to provide feedback to support areas of improvement of knowledge, • Design, deliver and evaluate learning solutions to meet the changing needs of the business and to support attainment of competency within the T&C scheme, • Using judgement to strengthen a consistent positive risk and control culture to support customers and the business, by identifying, assessing and managing and escalating potential risk within the team Experience and Skill Requirements: • Expert and detailed knowledge of products, systems and distribution methods, • Strong knowledge of Bonds (offshore preferable) and Complaint management, • Working knowledge of financial services regulatory and legislative frameworks, • Experience of complex customer service environments, preferably within an Investments environment, • Experience of quality management and coaching, • Experience of training execution, • Excellence in Execution - proactively seeks ways to improve personal and organisational effectiveness to meet current and future business needs, • Demonstrates Learning Agility - adapts behaviour in response to new information or changes, demonstrates flexibility, swiftly mobilises to meet changing demands, • Clear Communication Skills - a natural ability to explain complex information clearly and simply using excellent written and oral communication, • Building Collaborative Relationships - aiding other to create and sustain a work environment that fosters trust and collaborative partnerships Job Level: Experienced Colleague Location: Stirling or Edinburgh Closing Date: 21 May 2026 What we offer: At M&G, we're committed to helping you thrive and supporting your wellbeing, both at work and beyond. Our benefits are designed to help you balance your professional and personal life, while planning confidently for your future. Our UK benefits include: • As a savings and Investments firm we are proud to offer a valuable pension scheme of 18% , with 13% made up of Employer Contributions and 5% Employee Contributions . We also offer Share Save and our Share Incentive Plan , together with access to financial wellbeing and support services - to help give you real confidence to put your money to work., • Enjoy 38 days annual leave including bank holidays, with the opportunity to purchase up to 5 extra days and additional flexibility through our Time Off When You Need It policy - to balance your work and personal commitments., • Our market leading Inspiring Families policy includes comprehensive support and paid parental leave covering maternity, adoption, surrogacy, and paternity leave - as supporting families is a core aspect of our inclusive culture., • Health & Protection cover including Private Healthcare , Critical Illness cover and Life Assurance for you, with family options - for peace of mind. To explore more about life at M&G and our full benefits offering, visit Life at M&G We have a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture at M&G, underpinned by our policies and our employee-led networks who provide networking opportunities, advice and support for the diverse communities our colleagues represent. Regardless of gender, ethnicity, age, sexual orientation, nationality, disability or long term condition, we are looking to attract, promote and retain exceptional people. We also welcome those who take part in military service and those returning from career breaks. M&G is also proud to be a Disability Confident Leader , and we welcome applications from candidates with long-term health conditions, disabilities, or neuro-divergent conditions. If you need assistance or an alternative means of applying for a role due to a disability or additional need, please let us know by contacting us at: careers@mandg.com

Job Title: Senior Risk Manager - Transaction Location: Aberdeen or Edinburgh Reporting to: Head of Risk Number of Roles Available: 1 Company Overview Join Great British Energy and be part of powering the UK's Clean Energy Future. At GBE, we're not just building an energy company - we're shaping the future of the UK's energy landscape. Our mission is clear: • Drive clean energy deployment across the UK as a strategic developer, investor, and owner of renewable projects, • Deliver benefits for communities and taxpayers, ensuring the clean energy transition creates jobs, boosts local economies, and increases public ownership We focus on innovation, sustainability, and impact, working on projects that matter - from large-scale national renewable investments to empowering local and community energy initiatives. Joining GBE means: • Purpose-driven work: Be part of a national effort to accelerate the clean energy transition, • Career growth: Opportunities to develop expertise in cutting-edge energy technologies and strategic investment, • Collaboration and flexibility: Work with passionate professionals in a dynamic, forward-thinking environment If you want to make a real difference and help power a greener, fairer future for the UK, GBE is the place for you. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and communities. If you require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know. About the Role Great British Energy is looking for a Senior Risk Manager - Transaction to join our GBE Local Directorate Team. This role will play a key part in contributing to projects, objectives, and wider organisational goals. Key Responsibilities • Lead risk assessments for renewable energy transactions, including investment and debt structures, hedging instruments and other financial instruments, • Prepare transaction ratings, PD, ECL, EL, RAR for transactions. Involved in stress testing scenarios for transactions. Maintain the policies and procedures relating to risk assessment. Input into Investment Papers risk opinions, • Develop, implement and maintain risk frameworks for investment, project finance, M&A, and structured deals, • Provide independent risk opinions on proposed transactions to senior stakeholders and Investment Committees. Provide 4-eye principles to annual reviews of investments, • Monitor market, credit, and operational risks across the renewable energy portfolio, • Collaborate with deal teams, legal, ESG and finance to structure transactions that align with risk appetite. Assess scope of works relating to Due Diligence, • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of regulatory, market, and ESG considerations impacting renewable energy investments, • Prepare and present risk reports to senior management and governance committees, • Working closely with the Head of Risk to execute various risk initiatives, • Promote and assist in risk awareness throughout the organisation, • Assist Head of Risk in monitoring and reporting of Risks (including Risk Register), • Manage and develop team of Risk Analysts Qualifications and Experience Essential: • Proven experience in risk management within energy, infrastructure, or financial services, • Strong understanding of renewable energy markets, investment and project finance structures, • Expertise in credit risk, market risk, and counterparty risk analysis, • Familiarity with investment appraisal, financial modelling, and due diligence processes, • Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, • Collaborative approach Desirable: • Degree in Finance, Economics, Engineering, or related field; professional qualifications (FRM, CFA), • Analytical and detail-oriented with strong problem-solving skills, • Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities, • Strategic thinker with a proactive approach to risk mitigation, • Strong interpersonal skills and ability to influence decision-making Personal Qualities • Takes ownership, shows confidence in decision-making, and is willing to challenge constructively, • Focuses on delivering meaningful outcomes and making a positive, lasting impact, • Works collaboratively, valuing different perspectives and building inclusive relationships, • Proactive and adaptable, with a curiosity to explore new ideas and improve ways of working, • Resilient and resourceful in a fast-paced environment What We Offer • Competitive base salary, • Performance-related bonus scheme, • Excellent pension scheme, • 4x salary life assurance, • Group income protection, • 38 days annual leave, • Flexible working arrangements, • Ongoing professional development and training, • Supportive, inclusive working environment How to Apply For further information please contact: Pearse O'Brien Principal Talent Acquisition Specialist Application Close Date: 25th May 2026

Fintech industry Full-time Edinburgh UK, 4 days per week on-site, one remote. Role Responsibility • You will have complete ownership of ensuring that changes are fully completed and any affected services are restored., • You will identify process improvements for change implementation and weekend checkouts; aid is incident management and root cause analysis., • Provide ongoing operational support for the Aladdin infrastructure. Supporting and fixing both batch processing and interactive user applications to ensure the high availability of the Aladdin Environment, • Uses various tools to conduct analysis on system performance, root cause diagnostics, and systems’/applications’ design to understand and improve the operating quality of production environments., • Engage in clear and concise communications both verbally and in writing. Effectively interacts on incident bridges and calls to ensure all distributed team members are constantly informed., • Engineer solutions to expedite recovery of environment post weekend maintenances., • Using ServiceNow for Incident and Problem management., • Weekend Shift Work: You might be required to work on the weekend shifts on a rotational basis, • Stakeholder management, IM and PM experience. Qualifications • A four-year degree specializing in Computer Science, MIS, Mathematics, Physics, or Engineering. Exposure to (or strong interest in), • 3-5 years or experience in a Production Support role., • Experience with Linux system support, • Good understanding of Linux administration fundamentals; must be familiar with typical administrative commands., • Prior experience with Incident management and Problem management., • Prior system administration experience is highly desirable., • Understanding of the following programming languages to identify Error Codes and provide support, pass on the incident to the right team, • Candidates must have a strong interest and skills for quickly learning new technologies and proprietary systems., • Possess a positive demeanor and ability to work as a teammate in fast paced environment., • Build opportunities to integrate and automate operational processes, procedures, and tooling., • Experience in working with Cloud Native Platforms e.g., Azure, AWS, GCP etc., • Keen interest and willing to learn any of these technologies: Ansible, Chef, , AWX (front end of Ansible), Service

About the job Job summary Commercial Officer The Commercial team supports the Intellectual Property Office (IPO) to spend public money responsibly through effective procurement, contract management and supplier management. A key part of the role is ensuring compliance with procurement regulations and the IPO Spend Policy. Commercial is split into three category teams: DDaT contracts, People Services contracts and Corporate contracts. This post sits within the People Services category team, providing commercial advice and support across the IPO. The portfolio includes Consultancy and Professional Services, Human Resources, Resourcing, and Learning and Development. You will contribute to all aspects of public buying activity, including procurement, contract and supplier management, and the maintenance of commercial records and data. We are looking for a proactive self-starter who works well with others, communicates clearly and has strong attention to detail. You will lead and support activities across the IPO's buying process, helping ensure business needs are met through compliant and effective commercial approaches. You'll use your procurement knowledge while building and maintaining strong working relationships with stakeholders across the organisation. Working Style This role will be carried out in-line with IPO Hybrid working arrangements where staff are currently expected to spend at least 20% of their time working onsite from one of our offices. This role is based in our Newport Office . The requirement for attendance at an office location can vary by role so we would encourage candidates to discuss working arrangements with the recruiting manager to agree a reasonable balance between working from home and the office. Job description Main duties consist of but are not limited to: Procurement and contract management • Lead and support the full procurement lifecycle, from identifying needs and drafting tender documentation through to contract award and ongoing contract management., • Support the development and delivery of procurement strategies that achieve value for money and comply with organisational policies and procedures., • Ensure procurement activity complies with public procurement legislation, regulations and organisational guidance. Stakeholder engagement and supplier management • Advise internal stakeholders on compliant routes to market, providing clear guidance on commercial options and requirements., • Build and manage relationships with suppliers and stakeholders, resolving issues promptly and maintaining effective communication., • Support supplier performance reviews to confirm delivery against contract terms and identify improvement actions. Financial and risk management • Identify, assess and help manage commercial risks linked to contracts and supplier performance., • Monitor and report on procurement spend, supporting budget management and identifying cost-saving opportunities. Policy, governance and compliance • Ensure procurement activity aligns with organisational policies and procedures and complies with public procurement regulations., • Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of procurement activity, contracts and suppliers in line with audit and compliance requirements. Market analysis and continuous learning • Undertake market research to identify potential suppliers and understand market trends to inform sourcing decisions., • Keep up to date with changes in procurement regulations, market conditions and best practice. Process improvement • Contribute to continuous improvement of procurement processes, tools and templates to increase efficiency and effectiveness., • Identify opportunities to innovate and add value within commercial and procurement activities. Commercial administration • Use the e-tendering system to publish tenders., • Maintain contract and purchase order information in the e-tendering system., • Approve Requests to Purchase (RTP) within the purchase-to-pay (P2P) process. Person specification Essential Criteria: • Experience in a procurement or commercial role, ideally within the public sector or another regulated environment., • Experience of contract management., • An understanding of central government frameworks and how to use them., • Strong relationship-building skills, with the ability to communicate clearly and influence stakeholders., • Ability to manage and prioritise your own workload with minimal supervision., • Experience using procurement systems (for example, e-tendering systems)., • Knowledge of PCR 2015 and PA23 regulations., • Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Teams, Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint. How to Apply: Click the 'Apply now' button and complete the application form by providing the following: 750-word Personal Statement • Use this to explain why you're suitable for the role ., • Structure your statement around the essential criteria in the Person Specification., • Make sure to provide clear examples to show how you meet each requirement. For further information on the sift and interview stages of this recruitment campaign, please head to our 'Things you need to know' section below. Please visit our Civil Service Careers page - IPO - Recruitment Support , Civil Service Careers (civil-service-careers.gov.uk) If you require job-specific information, please contact Sharon Duncombe. E-mail: Telephone: Behaviours We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process: • Delivering at Pace, • Communicating and Influencing, • Making Effective Decisions Benefits Alongside your salary of 32,816, Intellectual Property Office contributes 9,506 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides. • A flexible working scheme with excellent development opportunities, • 25 days annual leave moving to 30 days in annual increments (1 day per year) over 5 years of reckonable service. You will also get 8 days public leave and 1 day privilege leave, • Family friendly policies that support modern working families and individuals with caring responsibilities, • A variety of support functions; Staff Counselling Service, Peer to Peer Support Group, • Eligibility for special and office-wide bonus payments, • The opportunity to form part of our many inclusive network groups, find out more by looking at Intellectual Property Office (IPO) (diversityjobsgroup.com), • A range of wellbeing initiatives; Onsite Gym (Newport office), Eye Care Scheme, Volunteering Programme, Cycling facilities, • Free car parking is available on site at our Newport office, • On-site shop, restaurant and coffee shop at our Newport office For more information about what's on offer at the Intellectual Property Office please review our IPO benefit pack attached to the bottom of this advert. Please note that benefits may be subject to change. Things you need to know Artificial intelligence Artificial intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Please see our candidate guidance (opens in a new window) for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use. Selection process details This vacancy is using Success Profiles (opens in a new window) , and will assess your Behaviours, Strengths and Experience. The assessment process will comprise of the following: Stage 1 - Sift An initial sift of applications will be carried out to create a shortlist. This will be based on the evidence provided for the following Success Profile elements: Experience Your 750 word Personal statement will demonstrate your Experience against the listed person specification. Stage 2 - Interviews If invited to interview Behaviours Experience and Strength based questioning will be used. Specific information regarding the Success Profile elements that will be assessed at interview will be contained within the interview invitation. Interviews for this role will be carried out in person at our Newport Office. Additional Information As part of the role, the successful candidate will be expected to work towards obtaining, as a minimum, Level 4 CIPS once they have successfully passed probation. This will be paid for by the IPO. Candidates must be either partly qualified (Level 1) or fully qualified (Level 1 plus Level 2) in order to receive it: Financial and Commercial Allowance Level 1 (Part Qualified) - 1,494 Financial and Commercial Allowance Level 2 (Fully Qualified) - 3,285 This recruitment campaign will keep a reserve list for 12 months. If you meet the requirements for this role but aren't offered after passing the interview, you'll be placed on the reserve list. If a suitable position opens up during this time, we will reach out to individuals in merit order. The successful candidate would be expected to remain in the role for a minimum of 12 months before applying for another role. Applicants to note: CVs sent direct to the IPO will not be accepted. This post is being advertised to Internal , across Government and external candidates at the same time. Incomplete and/or late submissions will not be accepted or considered. Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment. We do not routinely reimburse travel expenses for candidates, however if participating in the selection process would cause you undue financial hardship or if it restricts your ability to participate, please contact the recruitment team for more information. In line with Government guidance, successfully appointed candidates will need to provide documents for our Right to Work checks. Information on this will be sent within the invite to interview text. If you require a reasonable adjustment at any stage of the recruitment process, then please let the recruitment team know via; Please be aware that only one application per candidate is permitted for each recruitment campaign. Multiple applications, including those made using different accounts, may result in your application being withdrawn or rejected at any stage of the process. For more information on the IPO's terms and conditions, please review the attached IPO Modernised Terms and Conditions document attached at the bottom of this advert. Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment. Security Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check. People working with government assets must complete baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window) checks. Nationality requirements This job is broadly open to the following groups: • UK nationals, • nationals of the Republic of Ireland, • nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK, • nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities with settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) (opens in a new window), • nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities who have made a valid application for settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS), • individuals with limited leave to remain or indefinite leave to remain who were eligible to apply for EUSS on or before 31 December 2020, • Turkish nationals, and certain family members of Turkish nationals, who have accrued the right to work in the Civil Service Further information on nationality requirements (opens in a new window) Working for the Civil Service The Civil Service Code (opens in a new window) sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants. We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's recruitment principles (opens in a new window) . The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria. The Civil Service also offers a Redeployment Interview Scheme to civil servants who are at risk of redundancy, and who meet the minimum requirements for the advertised vacancy. Diversity and Inclusion The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the Civil Service People Plan (opens in a new window) and the Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy (opens in a new window) .

Job Description At Aberdeen, our ambition is to be the UKs leading Wealth & Investments group. Strengthening talent and culture is one of our strategic priorities. We strive to make Aberdeen a great place to work so that we can attract and retain the industrys best talent. Our people put our stakeholders at the heart of everything they do by helping us to make a positive difference to the lives of our clients, customers, colleagues, shareholders, and society. We are focused on growing our direct and advised wealth platforms and repositioning our specialist asset management business to meet client demand. We are committed to providing excellent client service, supported by leading technology and talent. Aberdeen comprises three businesses, interactive investor (ii), Investments, and Adviser, each of which focuses on meeting and adapting to our clients evolving needs: interactive investor, the UKs second largest direct-to-consumer investment platform, enables individuals in the UK to plan, save, and invest in the way that works for them. Our Adviser business provides financial planning solutions and technology for UK financial advisers, enabling them to create value for their customers. Our Investments business is a specialist asset manager that focuses on areas where we have both strength and scale to capitalise on the key themes shaping the market, through either public markets or alternative asset classes. About the Department Our Corporate Tribe sits within Corporate Technology and underpins a wide range of business-critical processes across Finance, HR, Risk, Legal and Audit. By developing, maintaining and supporting key applications, the team ensures stability, resilience and continuous improvement across Aberdeens core operations. Working collaboratively across squads, the department helps enable our clients to be better investors by ensuring the systems our colleagues rely on function effectively and securely. About the Role This role will operate Monday to Friday on a shift of either 4am - 12pm or 12pm - 8pm As an Application Support Engineer (Career Level 2) based in Edinburgh, you will play a vital role in ensuring the performance, availability and integrity of our global application estate. Supporting batch and application services across APAC, EMEA and AMRS, you will be part of a team that resolves issues quickly, implements enhancements and contributes to continuous improvement. This permanent role offers exposure to a wide range of technologies, global collaboration and opportunities to grow your technical capability as you invest in your tomorrow. Key Responsibilities Provide time-critical support and maintenance for multi-slot batch and applications serving our global Asset Management business. Perform application recovery, manage incidents and conduct root cause analysis to ensure service stability across global time zones. Support scheduled release and deployment activities including validation, rollback planning and post-deployment monitoring. Evaluate infrastructure, system and third-party changes to identify potential impacts to supported applications. Collaborate with infrastructure specialists and participate in Disaster Recovery testing during planned maintenance windows. Develop, test and maintain application code and contribute to sprint activities as part of application lifecycle management. About the Candidate Experience in application support and maintenance roles, ideally within financial services. Strong SQL skills for data querying, processing and performance tuning. Understanding of ELT/ETL processes, data modelling and data warehousing. Experience with scheduling tools and supporting Windows-based applications. Strong analytical, problem-solving and communication skills with a proactive, service-focused mindset. Ability to work independently and within cross-functional agile teams. Exposure to DevOps practices including CI/CD and automation. Familiarity with Azure, Microsoft Fabric, Snowflake, ADF or DBT. Knowledge of Autosys, Ab Initio, IBM MQ or equivalent messaging technologies. Understanding of Active Directory, networks or PowerShell scripting. We are proud to be a Disability Confident Committed employer. If you have a disability and would like to apply to one of our UK roles under the Disability Confident Scheme, please notify us by completing the relevant section in our candidate questionnaire. One of our team will reach out to support you through your application process. Our benefits There's more to working life than coming home with a good salary. We have an environment where you can learn, get involved and be supported. When you join us, your reward will be one of the best around. This includes 40 days annual leave, a 16% employer pension contribution, a discretionary performance-based bonus (where applicable), private healthcare and a range of flexible benefits including gym discounts, season ticket loans and access to an employee discount portal. You can read more about our benefits_ Our business Enabling our clients to be better investors drives everything we do. Our business is structured around three distinct areas our vectors of growth focused on our clients changing needs. You can find out more about what we do_. An inclusive way of working Whatever way you like to work, if you have the talent and commitment to join our team, wed like to hear from you. At Aberdeen weve adopted a blended working approach. This approach combines the benefits of face-to-face collaboration, coaching and connecting in our offices with the flexibility of working from home. It enables colleagues to find a balance that works for their roles, their teams, our clients and our business. _, where diverse perspectives drive our actions, is at the core of who we are and what we do. If you need assistance with your application, or a reasonable adjustment to your interview arrangements for example, because you are neurodivergent, or have a physical, sensory, cognitive, mental, visible or invisible disability please let us know and well be happy to help.

Founded and headquartered in Switzerland, Avaloq is continuously expanding its global footprint with around 2,500 colleagues in 12 countries, and more than 170 clients in 35 countries. We are an industry-leading provider of wealth management technology and services for financial institutions around the world, including private banks and wealth managers, investment managers, as well as retail and neo banks. Our research led approach and continual innovation is powered by the passion and creativity of our colleagues. We are always looking for talented people to join us on our mission to orchestrate the financial ecosystem and democratize access to wealth management. Avaloq offers the opportunity to work closely with some of the worlds leading financial institutions as we jointly develop and shape careers. Championing a collaborative, supportive and flexible work environment empowers our colleagues to reach their full potential. Join our Wealth and Front unit as a Team Lead, where you'll steer a skilled group of business analysts focusing on crucial elements like Web& Mobile, Static Data, CRM, PFM and Rebalancing, as well as overseeing their second-level support responsibilities.You'll handle a dynamic team, foster meaningful connections with prestigious banking clients, and keep our incident backlog organized and under control. This role offers you a chance to collaborate with a range of stakeholders, gaining valuable insights and experiences with some of the top names in the financial industry. Your key tasks: • Lead daily stand-ups and team meetings to ensure proficient operations. Evaluate and provide feedback on team member performance, assigning tasks and projects accordingly. Promote team cohesion, address conflicts, and monitor workload, redistributing duties as needed. Incorporate team-building activities to enhance collaboration among members, • Collaborate with product managers to create solutions that meet market demands while strictly adhering to security and compliance standards. Lead your team through the intricacies of developing these complex solutions appropriately, • Engage with key stakeholders to comprehend their requirements and align them with technical efforts. Facilitate effective communication between technical teams and banking clients, providing regular status updates and reports. Act as a bridge to ensure business and technical goals are in sync and coordinate vital meetings and workshops with stakeholders, • Identify and rectify inefficiencies in current workflows, and devise enhancement strategies. Collaborate with business analysts to delineate processes for vital platform operations.Foster cross-departmentalcooperationto seamlessly integrate platform solutions, • Investigate the root causes of platform incidents to prioritize and streamline issue resolution. Offer comprehensive analyses and recommend enhancements to avert future system problems. Collaborate with developers to execute necessary fixes and maintain an informed knowledge base on platform solutions and existing issues, • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, • 3+ years with incident management and second-level support, • 2+ years leading technical teams in a business analysis or similar environment, • Ideally experience within the IT and banking sectors, • Expertise in Web& Mobile, Static Data and/or Rebalancing, • Experience in managing incident backlogs and issue resolution prioritization, • Experienced in SQL, • Nice to have: PL/SQL or Experience in Avaloq Script, • Understanding of compliance and security standards in the financial sector, • A track record of successful team leadership and/or project management, • Proven experience in facilitating effective team communication and collaboration, • Evidence of successfully guiding teams through complex technical solution development We realize that managing work life balance is a challenge we all face in our daily lives and in order to support with this we are pleased to offer hybrid and flexible working for most of our Avaloqers to maintain work life balance and still continue our fantastic Avaloq culture in our global offices. In Avaloq we are proud to embrace diversity and understand the success of our business is built on the power of different opinions, we are whole heartedly committed to fostering an equal opportunity environment and inclusive culture where you can be your true authentic self. We hire, compensate and promote regardless of origin, age, gender identity, sexual orientation or any other fantastic traits that make us all unique, we have done our best to write this advert in an inclusive and neutral way. Please be aware that we will not accept speculative CV submissions for any of our roles from recruitment agencies, and any unsolicited candidate submissions will be exempt from any payment expectations. #LI-Hybrid

Role: Supply Chain Officer Role Type: Full Time / Permanent Location: The role is primarily based at DDC Head Office, with regular travel to our Pentland Warehouse required, typically around two days per week, with flexibility where appropriate and mutually agreed. Salary: £30,000.00 per annum About Us The Dormant Distillery Company operate one of Scotland’s leading whisky specialist retailers and wholesalers, including Royal Mile Whiskies, Drinkmonger and The Cigar Box. Through our retail, ecommerce and wholesale operations, we work with some of the most respected brands and products within the spirits industry and continue to grow across multiple sales channels and locations. Our business has received recognition within the industry, including awards from The Spirits Business, reflecting our passion for premium products, customer experience and specialist retailing. The Role: Supply Chain Officer – The Supply Chain Officer will be an integral part of the Purchasing team. The role will take ownership of stock flow, replenishment, supplier delivery coordination, and inventory analysis across the business. The role will work closely with our suppliers, profit centres and support function of the business to ensure products move efficiently through the business from purchase order through to final allocation and replenishment. The Supply Chain Officer will play a key role in supporting inventory planning, maintaining stock accuracy, monitoring supplier performance, and ensuring strong communication across departments regarding incoming stock and supply chain activity. The Supply Chain Officer will report into the Purchasing Manager within the Purchasing department. Responsibilities: Stock Coordination & Replenishment • Take ownership of stock movements and replenishment activity across the business., • Create and maintain replenishment plans across retail locations and other sales channels., • Monitor stock levels, supporting seasonal forecasting and demand planning in collaboration with the Purchasing team., • Work closely with Warehouse Operations to ensure efficient allocation and movement of stock. Purchase Order & Delivery Management • Take ownership of purchase orders from confirmation through to receipt and allocation., • Liaise with suppliers, delivery providers, Goods In teams, and internal departments to monitor delivery schedules and resolve issues proactively., • Communicate delivery updates, delays, and shortages clearly across the business. Inventory Analysis & Operational Support • Maintain visibility and reporting across inventory levels and stock performance., • Analyse sales trends, overstocks, understocks, and supplier performance to support purchasing decisions and operational improvements., • Support Finance with invoice reconciliation queries and stock related investigations where required. Collaboration • Build strong working relationships across departments to support efficient stock flow and commercial performance., • Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within purchasing and supply chain operations. Skills & Experience • Strong organisational and administrative skills with excellent attention to detail., • Comfortable analysing data and working with spreadsheets, inventory systems, and reporting tools., • Strong communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively across departments., • Ability to prioritise workload and manage multiple tasks within a fast paced environment., • Previous experience within purchasing, supply chain, logistics, inventory, or stock management would be advantageous., • An interest in spirits, wine, beer, or premium retail products would be beneficial but is not essential. Additional Info, Salary and Benefits This is a full time permanent role primarily based at DDC Head Office, with regular travel to Pentland Warehouse required, typically around two days per week, with flexibility where appropriate and mutually agreed. We recognise the importance of balancing work and personal commitments and are open to discussing flexible working arrangements where possible. Benefits include: · Staff discount across our group businesses and a large range of premium products · Workplace pension (where eligible) · Enhanced annual leave allowance with length of service · Nursery cost reimbursement for children under 3 · Enhanced maternity and paternity benefits · Training and development opportunities (e.g. WSET) · Opportunities to attend tastings and industry events · Exposure to a wide range of premium and specialist products · Opportunity to work within a collaborative and growing business We would particularly encourage applications from underrepresented groups. How to Apply Please submit the below documents to gemma@royalmilewhiskies.com: • A covering letter outlining your relevant experience, • A current and up to date CV Please be aware that due to the volume of applications, we may not be able to respond to all applicants.

Finance Manager Vacancy / Edinburgh / Hybrid / 50k - 60k Job Title: Finance Manager Location: Hybrid Role Type: Permanent Salary: 50k - 60k About the Organisation We are a high-growth professional services business operating within the technology space, delivering specialist solutions to a broad client base across the UK. Over recent years, the organisation has undergone significant transformation and continues to invest heavily in its people, systems, and processes as it scales. With private investment supporting ambitious growth plans, the business is focused on strengthening its finance capability to support both operational excellence and strategic decision-making. The Opportunity This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified Finance Manager to join a fast-paced, private-equity-backed environment. The role offers broad exposure across financial reporting, controls, people management, and commercial partnering, working closely with senior stakeholders across the business. The successful candidate will play a key role in embedding robust financial processes while adding value through insight, analysis, and continuous improvement. What You’ll Be Doing Owning the month-end reporting cycle, including posting and reviewing journals (accruals, prepayments, payroll journals, etc.) Preparation and review of balance sheet and P&L reconciliations Managing intercompany transactions and ensuring accurate group reconciliations. Reviewing VAT returns; Maintaining and updating financial data across the finance system (POs, expenses, journals) Managing and overseeing the transactional finance function, including line management responsibilities Acting as the main point of contact for payroll and pensions with external providers Playing a leading role in year-end and audit processes Reviewing client MI, billing, and PO reporting Working closely with operational teams to ensure accuracy of timeshare data Partnering with senior stakeholders on commercial discussions and key projects Supporting forecasting activities alongside account and commercial teams reviewing and documenting finance policies and processes. Producing monthly budget variance analysis and supporting quarterly budget reviews Delivering monthly departmental reporting and analysis to leadership Supporting statutory and regulatory reporting as required About You MUST HAVE: EXPERIENCE WORKING FOR A PRIVATE EQUITY BACKED FIRM Fully qualified accountant (CIMA / ACCA / ICAS / ICAEW or equivalent) Strong experience in management accounting, reporting, and month-end close Demonstrated attention to detail with the ability to review financial data accurately Experience using a cloud-based finance system (NetSuite experience highly desirable) Background in a consultancy or professional services environment would be advantageous Confident working with both senior leaders and non-finance stakeholders Advanced Excel skills Comfortable mentoring and developing junior team members Proactive, solutions-focused mindset with a strong work ethic Self-starter who takes ownership and follows through What’s on Offer Clear and structured career development pathways Support and mentoring from experienced finance and business leaders Competitive annual leave allowance plus bank holidays, with the option to buy or sell days Private healthcare and access to wellbeing initiatives Individual and company-wide performance-related bonus Flexible, hybrid working arrangement A Final Note We recognise that no candidate will meet every requirement. We value curiosity, adaptability, and collaboration, and we’re keen to hear from professionals who are motivated to grow and make an impact within a supportive team environment. If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. 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. # 4793536

Job Description At Aberdeen, our ambition is to be the UKs leading Wealth & Investments group. Strengthening talent and culture is one of our strategic priorities. We strive to make Aberdeen a great place to work so that we can attract and retain the industrys best talent. Our people put our stakeholders at the heart of everything they do by helping us to make a positive difference to the lives of our clients, customers, colleagues, shareholders, and society. We are focused on growing our direct and advised wealth platforms and repositioning our specialist asset management business to meet client demand. We are committed to providing excellent client service, supported by leading technology and talent. Aberdeen comprises three businesses, interactive investor (ii), Investments, and Adviser, each of which focuses on meeting and adapting to our clients evolving needs: interactive investor, the UKs second largest direct-to-consumer investment platform, enables individuals in the UK to plan, save, and invest in the way that works for them. Our Adviser business provides financial planning solutions and technology for UK financial advisers, enabling them to create value for their customers. Our Investments business is a specialist asset manager that focuses on areas where we have both strength and scale to capitalise on the key themes shaping the market, through either public markets or alternative asset classes. About the department Aberdeens Finance Squad sits within the Corporate Technology Office, this is responsible for managing Aberdeen's core Finance systems with Oracle being its Strategic tool of choice. Aberdeen is live with Oracle Financials (GL, AP, AR, FA) & Oracle ERP Cloud solutions, including Planning, Financial Consolidation & Close (FCCS), and Enterprise Data Management (EDM). We have an exciting roadmap ahead of us to further enhance our systems architecture over the next 3 years and embed and enhance ways or working. About the role We are looking for a Senior Techno-Functional Analyst with deep expertise in Oracle ERP to join our enterprise systems team. This role will be instrumental in supporting and enhancing our financial planning, forecasting, and reporting capabilities through Oracle ERP Cloud solutions. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in Oracle ERP modules and a passion for driving performance through data and analytics. Key Responsibilities Lead the design and delivery of Oracle ERP solutions across Finance, Procurement, and Supply Chain modules. Translate business requirements into functional specifications through stakeholder collaboration. Perform gap analyses and recommend system enhancements or process improvements. Support ERP upgrades, patches, and integrations with other enterprise systems. Manage testing activities and provide end-user training and documentation. Act as a bridge between business and technical teams to ensure successful ERP implementation. About the candidate Strong knowledge of Oracle ERP modules (Financials, Procurement, SCM), including both on-premise and Cloud applications. Ability to understand and map end-to-end finance, procurement, and supply chain processes to system solutions. Proficient in SQL, Oracle reporting tools (BI Publisher, OTBI), data migration (FBDI, ADFdi), and integration platforms like Oracle Integration Cloud. Skilled in diagnosing complex issues, performing root cause analysis, and delivering data-driven solutions. Experience leading cross-functional projects and engaging with stakeholders, vendors, and Oracle support. Strong documentation and training capabilities, with experience mentoring junior team members. We are proud to be a Disability Confident Committed employer. If you have a disability and would like to apply to one of our UK roles under the Disability Confident Scheme, please notify us by completing the relevant section in our candidate questionnaire. One of our team will reach out to support you through your application process. Our benefits There's more to working life than coming home with a good salary. We have an environment where you can learn, get involved and be supported. When you join us, your reward will be one of the best around. This includes 40 days annual leave, a 16% employer pension contribution, a discretionary performance-based bonus (where applicable), private healthcare and a range of flexible benefits including gym discounts, season ticket loans and access to an employee discount portal. You can read more about our benefits_ Our business Enabling our clients to be better investors drives everything we do. Our business is structured around three distinct areas our vectors of growth focused on our clients changing needs. You can find out more about what we do_. An inclusive way of working Whatever way you like to work, if you have the talent and commitment to join our team, wed like to hear from you. At Aberdeen weve adopted a blended working approach. This approach combines the benefits of face-to-face collaboration, coaching and connecting in our offices with the flexibility of working from home. It enables colleagues to find a balance that works for their roles, their teams, our clients and our business. _, where diverse perspectives drive our actions, is at the core of who we are and what we do. If you need assistance with your application, or a reasonable adjustment to your interview arrangements for example, because you are neurodivergent, or have a physical, sensory, cognitive, mental, visible or invisible disability please let us know and well be happy to help.

Job Description At Aberdeen, our ambition is to be the UKs leading Wealth & Investments group. Strengthening talent and culture is one of our strategic priorities. We strive to make Aberdeen a great place to work so that we can attract and retain the industrys best talent. Our people put our stakeholders at the heart of everything they do by helping us to make a positive difference to the lives of our clients, customers, colleagues, shareholders, and society. We are focused on growing our direct and advised wealth platforms and repositioning our specialist asset management business to meet client demand. We are committed to providing excellent client service, supported by leading technology and talent. Aberdeen comprises three businesses, interactive investor (ii), Investments, and Adviser, each of which focuses on meeting and adapting to our clients evolving needs: Interactive investor, the UKs second largest direct-to-consumer investment platform, enables individuals in the UK to plan, save, and invest in the way that works for them. Our Adviser business provides financial planning solutions and technology for UK financial advisers, enabling them to create value for their customers. Our Investments business is a specialist asset manager that focuses on areas where we have both strength and scale to capitalise on the key themes shaping the market, through either public markets or alternative asset classes As part of the Business Resilience Team, the Resilience Lead is responsible for the implementation, management and ongoing development of Aberdeens Resilience Framework, across functions including Operational Resilience, Business Continuity, Crisis Management and Physical Security. The Lead is responsible for overseeing the review, maintenance and continual improvement of Important Business Services, Critical and Important Functions, BIAs, plans and playbooks, forging effective working relationships with business owners to ensure delivery of resilience outcomes and that activities are conducted in line with Aberdeens Resilience Policy and Framework. Working with Resilience Response and Testing colleagues, the Resilience Lead is responsible for coordinating tests and exercises and ensuring that Post Incident Review outcomes are tracked to completion. They are also responsible for the management of operational vulnerabilities with the relevant business owners, ensuring remediation plans are designed and delivered to plan. Key Responsibilities Build and maintain strong working relationships with business owners, acting as a trusted advisor on resilience matters and ensuring critical activity is delivered in accordance with the Resilience Framework Support the review and continual improvement of Important Business Services, including maintaining and deepening mapping of processes, dependencies and workarounds. Support the delivery of regular testing of all components of the Resilience programme and conduct analysis on the results, ensuring that lessons learned are understood by the business owners and tracked to completion. As part of Aberdeens On Call Incident Manager rota, support the response to local and major incidents and support the Operational Resilience Business Partners, Resilience Response & Testing Manager and Head of Resilience in the management of major and crisis level incidents. Develop and review Plans and Playbooks used by the business to support their response to disruptive events Deliver training, workshops and exercises to business stakeholders, covering all Resilience functions. Work with the business to remediate operational vulnerabilities raised via incidents, tests/exercises or audits, ensuring that appropriate remediation plans are developed and progressed to completion. Undertake analysis to identify opportunities to mitigate, manage or remove risks which threaten our ability to continue to operate during an incident or interruption. Develop, implement and manage our agreed controls to govern existing effectiveness and alignment with ISO22301, client and Regulator obligations. Make all recovery information available annually for external audit requirements to provide control reports for board and client reporting and due diligence. Contribute to both internal and external audits, including review of collated material to ensure all compliance requirements are sufficiently covered. Provide regular updates to Operational Resilience Business Partners, as and when required, for reporting requirements such as Board papers, Internal Capital Adequacy Assessment Process and Security and Resilience programme planning. Prepare and deliver dashboards, MI packs, and status updates for senior stakeholders. Promote global awareness of the Resilience policy, framework, standards, plans, processes and roles and responsibilities. Engage with internal and external parties in their response to resilience requirements. About the Candidate The ideal candidate will possess the following: Demonstrable strong understanding of current thinking across Operational Resilience, Business Continuity, Crisis Management and/or Physical Security. Familiarity with relevant Resilience regulations and standards, including PS21/3 Operational Resilience, DORA and ISO22301. Strong organisational and analytical skills - with the attention to detail and ability to interpret operational data, process flows, and risk trends. Strong communication skills, capable of working collaboratively across multiple business teams and engaging with technical and nontechnical stakeholders. Proactive, inquisitive mindset and willingness to deepdive into complex processes. Ability to think calmly and logically to deliver high quality work when under pressure. Required Recognised resilience and/or cyber certification qualification e.g. Member of the Business Continuity Institute (MBCI) or accredited ISO22301 Auditor, CISM, CISSP Experience in coordinating or supporting the response to disruptive incidents Experience in developing and delivering presentations/workshops/training to senior level executives Proven ability to forge strong working relationships with individuals from business and supporting functions within a multinational or complex organisation Desirable Understanding of financial services, asset management operations and/or platform services, particularly within a Resilience context Knowledge and experience of ServiceNow in relation to Operational Resilience and Business Continuity Management We are proud to be a Disability Confident Committed employer. If you have a disability and would like to apply to one of our UK roles under the Disability Confident Scheme, please notify us by completing the relevant section in our candidate questionnaire. One of our team will reach out to support you through your application process. Our benefits There's more to working life than coming home with a good salary. We have an environment where you can learn, get involved and be supported. When you join us, your reward will be one of the best around. This includes 40 days annual leave, a 16% employer pension contribution, a discretionary performance-based bonus (where applicable), private healthcare and a range of flexible benefits including gym discounts, season ticket loans and access to an employee discount portal. You can read more about our benefits_ Our business Enabling our clients to be better investors drives everything we do. Our business is structured around three distinct areas our vectors of growth focused on our clients changing needs. You can find out more about what we do_. An inclusive way of working Whatever way you like to work, if you have the talent and commitment to join our team, wed like to hear from you. At Aberdeen weve adopted a blended working approach. This approach combines the benefits of face-to-face collaboration, coaching and connecting in our offices with the flexibility of working from home. It enables colleagues to find a balance that works for their roles, their teams, our clients and our business. _, where diverse perspectives drive our actions, is at the core of who we are and what we do. If you need assistance with your application, or a reasonable adjustment to your interview arrangements for example, because you are neurodivergent, or have a physical, sensory, cognitive, mental, visible or invisible disability please let us know and well be happy to help.

This is an excellent opportunity to join an international defence aerospace company at the forefront of advanced engineering and cutting-edge electronic products. Working within their manufacturing division, you will play a key role in driving process improvement, manufacturing efficiency, and continuous innovation across advanced production environments supporting highly complex products. The Role: • Support product performance improvement and manufacturing processes for advanced electronic systems, • Produce reporting, analysis, and technical documentation, • Provide technical support to customers and internal teams, • Contribute to innovation, process optimisation, and continuous improvement initiatives across engineering and manufacturing activities, • Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions where required, • Support manufacturing cells and wider engineering functions as needed, • Participate in Design for Manufacturability (DFM), Manufacturing Process activities, and process improvement projects, • Work closely with engineering teams to improve manufacturing capability, efficiency, and product quality Your Skills / Experience: • Minimum HND or deg...

Nordson Test & Inspection, a global leader in world-class metrology equipment and inspection systems, is seeking a motivated and talented Manufacturing Engineer (X-ray Detectors) to join our team in Aylesbury, United Kingdom. Summary of the role The Manufacturing Engineer defines, manages, and monitors how the product will be manufactured and/or assembled on the production line both at module and final unit stages. You will be responsible for implementation of production processes and procedures, and leading productivity improvements with project-based activities. This will include new product introduction and process optimisation to reduce waste, reducing operating costs and improving quality and safety. The role entails significant responsibility. You will work on many phases or sub-tasks of projects of differing complexity, while being responsible for ensuring continuous production at our various sub-contractors. Role and Responsibilities • Support production activities at supplier / sub-contractor sites as well as Southampton detector related items., • Reduce variability in manufacturing by providing standard work methods and work instructions., • Report on production performance (process performance, yield, lead time, etc)., • Maintain statistical and traceability records., • Supervise and train sub-contractors., • Develop or maintain production test software ensuring product quality and traceability., • Ensure product and process quality meets specifications required., • Design new systems and processes to ensure the cost-effective integration of new products or for the improvement of existing ones into manufacturing operations., • Ensure all product and system requirements are considered from initial conception to finished result., • Support and lead continuous improvement, problem solving and process improvement activities., • Investigate production and process issues providing technical support and training. Skills and Qualifications • Degree in a relevant engineering, manufacturing or science degree is required., • 3+ years Experience of working in a production environment and working with sub-contractors., • Experience of problem solving using standard techniques such as FMEA (Failure Mode Effects Analysis)., • Understanding of design and production costs including waste, downtime, scrap, and re-work., • Semiconductor background or experience is an advantage., • CAD knowledge, preferably Autodesk Inventor., • Jig prototyping / design., • Test data analysis. Identification of common faults., • Image analysis / grading to specification (optical / X-ray)., • Broad general engineering capabilities (including system-level understanding)., • Understands engineering, scientific, and other technical information., • Strong problem-solving skills and logical approach. Familiar with problem solving methodology (8D, FMEA, brainstorming, …)., • Understands lean manufacturing and manufacturing processes., • Ability to work in a diverse and dynamic environment., • Ability to present data effectively., • Good understanding of customer expectations and deliverables with an awareness of the impact of failure/cost of poor quality., • Basic knowledge of image sensors and/or X-ray detector systems desirable. Travel Approximately 1 day per month visiting Nordson Southampton (Detector R&D). Opportunity to travel to other Nordson sites, suppliers and subcontractors both in the UK and overseas. Benefits We offer a flexible work schedule, a comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for growth and development. Our benefits do further include: • Company Healthcare Scheme after successful completion of probationary period (3 months), • Group Personal Pension Plan – 4% minimum employee contribution, 6% employer contribution after successful completion of probationary period (3 months), • 25 days annual holiday entitlement, plus public holidays Interested? If you are interested in being a part of a team that is dedicated to providing advanced inspection and testing solutions and creating an inclusive and diverse workplace, please apply online with your CV. About Nordson Test & Inspection Nordson Test & Inspection manufactures world-class metrology equipment and inspection systems to ensure electronic products are built to meet the highest standards. We use X-ray inspection, acoustic imaging, and optical inspection technologies to create testing systems that enable the identification of even the smallest defects at high resolution. By joining our team today, you will help us bring innovative ideas to life. Nordson Test & Inspection is a global team that works to create machines and systems that improve the manufacturing process for a wide range of industries, including electronics, aerospace, automotive, energy, lighting, and medical. We offer a supportive culture in a growing and dynamic work environment. Whether you're just beginning your career or you're a seasoned professional, there's a place for you to belong at Nordson Test & Inspection. We offer hourly and salary positions in production, maintenance, customer service, quality, engineering, and more. We actively invest in our teams to help you build your skillsets and advance your career. Our recruitment process is designed to identify the best qualified candidates for the role, and we are committed to ensuring a fair and equitable interview process. We are looking for candidates who have a passion for inclusion, diversity and equity, and the ability to contribute to a culture where all employees feel valued, respected, and included. #LI-CM1

Trust has an exciting opportunity for a Service Design & Improvement Specialist to join the team! Location: Flexible / Hybrid (Edinburgh, Glasgow or Wishaw with home working) Hours: Permanent, full-time (35 hours per week) Salary: Competitive - salary will be commensurate with experience . We welcome applications from candidates with a wide range of backgrounds and experience. About Trust Trust is an innovative and forward looking, national housing, care and support provider, supporting over 4,000 households across the length and breadth of the country. Were proud to be a Platinum Investors in People employer, known for our inclusive culture, strong values and commitment to learning, improvement and innovation. About the Service Design & Improvement Specialist role: Were looking for a talented Service Designer to help us design and continuously improve services that make a real difference to peoples lives. This is a deliberately flexible, open level role. Were keen to hear from people with different strengths and levels of experience – whether your background in service design and potentially business analysis. The scope and complexity of the role will be shaped around your experience, skills and development goals. Working collaboratively with customers, colleagues and partners, youll help Trust improve how our services work, feel and perform – always putting people first. What youll do as our Service Design & Improvement Specialist: Depending on your experience, you may be involved in leading or contributing as part of a team that will: Design better services Design and improve services using human centred and systems thinking approaches Support service design activity from early discovery through to implementation Plan and facilitate workshops, codesign sessions and design sprints Carry out and support user research to understand needs, journeys, pain points and motivations Turn insight into practical solutions such as customer journeys, process maps, personas, service blueprints and improvement options Support ideation and the re design of customer and colleague experiences. Drive improvement Document and improve processes and ways of working across Trust Analyse qualitative and quantitative data to identify issues, opportunities and priorities Work with service teams to codesign improvement plans and support delivery Support the development and use of performance measures and KPIs Help the organisation learn from customer feedback, complaints and insight Work collaboratively Partner with teams across Trust to deliver shared priorities Champion a digital, data informed and evidence based approach Contribute to the development of service design and improvement tools, approaches and good practice Produce clear, accessible documentation, insights and recommendations What youll bring Were interested in your capability and potential rather than a fixed set of qualifications. You may bring strengths in some, but not necessarily all, of the following: Experience in service design and continuous improvement. Experience of business analysis would also be useful but not a requirement Understanding of human centred design, systems thinking or improvement methodologies Ability to analyse complex problems and identify practical, user focused solutions Experience of mapping customer journeys, services and business processes Confidence working collaboratively with a wide range of stakeholders Ability to facilitate workshops or structured improvement conversations Strong communication skills – written, verbal and interpersonal Comfort working with data and using insight to inform decisions Good digital skills and an openness to new ways of working Experience in the housing, care or support sector is welcome but not essential. Why Join Trust? At Trust, youll find a supportive, inclusive environment where people are encouraged to learn, experiment and make a positive difference. We offer: Competitive salary (commensurate with experience) Highly flexible and hybrid working options A strong learning and development culture Competitive pension with salary sacrifices and generous annual leave A comprehensive benefits package including access to free counselling service and other well-being initiatives, 3x salary life insurance, employee discount scheme, cycle to work scheme etc. The chance to shape services that genuinely improve peoples lives If you feel you are the right candidate for this Service Design & Improvement Specialist role,then please click ‘ apply now! We can only accept candidates residing in the UK who already have the right to work documents. All applicants must already hold the legal right to work in the UK and if successful will need to provide evidence. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer sponsorships for international applicants, or candidates currently working in the UK on a sponsored visa as we are unable to assist with renewal upon expiry. No agencies please We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Trust Housing Association is a registered Scottish Charity (SC009086).

Job Title: Finance Manager Location: Hybrid Role Type: Permanent Salary: 50k - 60k About the Organisation We are a high-growth professional services business operating within the technology space, delivering specialist solutions to a broad client base across the UK. Over recent years, the organisation has undergone significant transformation and continues to invest heavily in its people, systems, and processes as it scales. With private investment supporting ambitious growth plans, the business is focused on strengthening its finance capability to support both operational excellence and strategic decision-making. The Opportunity This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified Finance Manager to join a fast-paced, private-equity-backed environment. The role offers broad exposure across financial reporting, controls, people management, and commercial partnering, working closely with senior stakeholders across the business. The successful candidate will play a key role in embedding robust financial processes while adding value through insight, analysis, and continuous improvement. What Youll Be Doing Owning the month-end reporting cycle, including posting and reviewing journals (accruals, prepayments, payroll journals, etc.) Preparation and review of balance sheet and P&L reconciliations Managing intercompany transactions and ensuring accurate group reconciliations. Reviewing VAT returns; Maintaining and updating financial data across the finance system (POs, expenses, journals) Managing and overseeing the transactional finance function, including line management responsibilities Acting as the main point of contact for payroll and pensions with external providers Playing a leading role in year-end and audit processes Reviewing client MI, billing, and PO reporting Working closely with operational teams to ensure accuracy of timeshare data Partnering with senior stakeholders on commercial discussions and key projects Supporting forecasting activities alongside account and commercial teams reviewing and documenting finance policies and processes. Producing monthly budget variance analysis and supporting quarterly budget reviews Delivering monthly departmental reporting and analysis to leadership Supporting statutory and regulatory reporting as required About You MUST HAVE: EXPERIENCE WORKING FOR A PRIVATE EQUITY BACKED FIRM Fully qualified accountant (CIMA / ACCA / ICAS / ICAEW or equivalent) Strong experience in management accounting, reporting, and month-end close Demonstrated attention to detail with the ability to review financial data accurately Experience using a cloud-based finance system (NetSuite experience highly desirable) Background in a consultancy or professional services environment would be advantageous Confident working with both senior leaders and non-finance stakeholders Advanced Excel skills Comfortable mentoring and developing junior team members Proactive, solutions-focused mindset with a strong work ethic Self-starter who takes ownership and follows through Whats on Offer Clear and structured career development pathways Support and mentoring from experienced finance and business leaders Competitive annual leave allowance plus bank holidays, with the option to buy or sell days Private healthcare and access to wellbeing initiatives Individual and company-wide performance-related bonus Flexible, hybrid working arrangement A Final Note We recognise that no candidate will meet every requirement. We value curiosity, adaptability, and collaboration, and were keen to hear from professionals who are motivated to grow and make an impact within a supportive team environment. If youre interested in this role, click apply now to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isnt quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&Cs, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Introduction Saab UK is part of Scandinavia's largest defence company, bringing together the best of Swedish and British innovation. Saab offers world-leading solutions and services in defence, aviation, space, and civil security to keep people and society safe. Our UK presence has been growing at pace, meaning we can offer a wide range of opportunities for personal fulfilment and career growth. We currently employ over 600 people across eight sites in the UK, and our specialisations include software engineering, underwater robotics, radars, AI, and armed forces training. What you will be part of Explore a wealth of possibilities. Take on challenges, create smart inventions, and grow beyond. This is a place for curious minds, brave pioneers, and everyone in between. Together, we achieve the extraordinary, each bringing our unique perspectives. Your part matters. Saab is a leading defence and security company with an enduring mission, to help nations keep their people and society safe. Empowered by its 26,000 talented people, Saab constantly pushes the boundaries of technology to create a safer and more sustainable world. Saab designs, manufactures and maintains advanced systems in aeronautics, weapons, command and control, sensors and underwater systems. Saab is headquartered in Sweden. It has major operations all over the world and is part of the domestic defence capability of several nations. The Role: This role is part of our Sensor Systems Business Unit. Saab is expanding in the UK and we are now seeking talented and highly motivated Systems Engineer to support our radar and sensors growth activities at either our Fareham campus. Much of our current work is centred on the G1X radar, which is the newest radar in Saab's portfolio - a software defined radar with a regular capability update cycle post-delivery, as well as an established production line. As a Systems Engineer you will regularly work with current products, developing enhancements and investigating new areas for product growth. Key Responsibilities: As a System Engineer you will be responsible for various activities across the product lifecycle. Responsibilities include: Support to bid activities Requirements management activities Radar performance analysis Radar algorithm development System and sub-system design Support to customer demonstrations Travel within UK and abroad (including to Gothenburg office) Required Skills: As a person you are positive, social, results oriented and a team player with a background in systems engineering Experience of radar, communications or EW systems in considered essential (5 years minimum) Experience of working with MATLAB, ideally working with recorded radar data Experience of working in a recognised industry standard requirements management tool Familiar with principles of 15288:2023 Familiar with product road mapping and product lifecycle techniques Enjoy working and developing in a team Like cooperating with others but are capable of working individually as well Good technical communication skills Have a Bachelors degree or equivalent During your employment you will handle tasks and materials that are classified as military secret and therefore you must have a UK or Swedish citizenship As a National Security Vetting clearance is required for this role, applicants will be required to hold National Security Vetting clearance to SC level or have the ability to gain it. By submitting an application to Saab UK you consent to undertaking workforce screening activities that may include but are not limited to: Baseline Personnel Security checks, National Security Vetting, reference checks, verification of working rights and in all circumstances preferred candidates will be placed through a security interview.

The Role: Support product performance improvement and manufacturing processes for advanced electronic systems Produce reporting, analysis, and technical documentation Provide technical support to customers and internal teams Contribute to innovation, process optimisation, and continuous improvement

Soar-With-U, based in the UK, is seeking a Senior Paid Social Specialist to manage and optimise campaigns for high-growth DTC e-commerce brands across Meta and TikTok. This role requires 3+ years in paid social marketing, expertise in performance analysis, and strong creative collaboration skills.

Lloyds Banking Group is seeking a Data Analyst to support the analysis and reporting of website performance.

A forward-thinking AI company in the UK seeks a Member of Technical Staff to enhance the safety and performance of large language models. Ideal candidates will have strong statistical and software engineering skills and experience in data collection and analysis.

Lloyds Banking Group seeks a Workplace Pensions Performance & Insight Manager to enhance decision-making through data analysis and reporting. You will lead a team, focusing on improving business performance through insights derived from Workplace Pensions data.

Multiply Resourcing is seeking an experienced Business Performance Accountant to join a growing finance team in Edinburgh. This role involves financial analysis, reporting, and strategic decision-making where the candidate will partner with operational teams.

Role: Senior Risk Assessment Unit Quality Control Location: Glasgow or Northampton Role The QC/QA Analyst is responsible for ensuring that operational outputs meet regulatory, internal, and industry standards. This role acts as a critical checkpoint, utilizing a "check and challenge" framework to identify errors, mitigate risks, and drive continuous improvement across the business unit. Key Responsibilities Quality Oversight: Execute scheduled Quality Control (QC) and Quality Assurance (QA) testing on high-volume and complex processes. Stakeholder Engagement: Communicate findings and provide constructive feedback to operational teams and managers. Root Cause Analysis: Identify recurring trends or systemic failures and suggest remedial actions to leadership. Reporting: Produce detailed quality reports and dashboards for senior management, highlighting key risks and performance metrics. Process Improvement: Collaborate with stakeholders to refine standard operating procedures (SOPs) based on QA results. Working Background & Experience Financial Crime Expertise: A broad understanding of financial threats is essential, extending beyond a narrow specialisation like KYC/AML. QC & QA Experience: Proven experience working within a formal Quality Control or Quality Assurance function. Investigations Background: Highly desirable. Experience in reviewing various entities and jurisdictions is a significant advantage. Technical Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Excel. While we can provide training, the ability to use pivot tables is preferred. About Barclays Barclays is a British universal bank. It is diversified by business, by different types of customers and clients, and by geography. Barclays businesses include consumer banking and payments operations around the world, as well as a top-tier, full service, global corporate and investment bank, all of which are supported by its service company which provides technology, operations and functional services across the Group. Values Everything Barclays does is shaped by its five values of Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence and Stewardship. The Barclays values inform the foundations of its relationships with customers and clients, but they also shape how Barclays measures and rewards the performance of colleagues. Simply put, success is not just about what you achieve, but about how you achieve it. Diversity Barclays aims to foster a culture where individuals of all backgrounds feel confident in bringing their whole selves to work, feel included and their talents are nurtured, empowering them to contribute fully to Barclays vision and goals. Hybrid Working Barclays is currently in the early stages of implementing a hybrid working environment, which means that many colleagues spend part of their working hours at home and part in the office, depending on the nature of the role they are in. Barclays is flexible on how this works and it may continue to change and evolve. Depending on your team, typically this means that colleagues spend a minimum of between 20% to 60% of their time in the office, which could be over a week, a month or a quarter. However, some colleagues may choose to spend more time in the office over a typical period than their role type requires. Barclays also has a flexible working process where, subject to business needs, all colleagues globally are able to request work patterns to reflect their personal circumstances Your Benefits As a contract employee of Randstad Sourceright, you’ll receive a wide range of financial and personal benefits. There’s enrolment in a pension plan (after 12 weeks on assignment) and holiday pay. You’ll also get 24/7 access to an Employee Assistance Programme, designed to help you deal with any problems that could be affecting your home or work life. Plus, there’s discounts at heaps of high street shops, restaurants and entertainment - from Asda to Zizzi Italian restaurants.

Job title: Business Analyst Location: Edinburgh (Hybrid - Office twice a week) Contract Length: 18 - 24 months Daily Rate: £475.00 (Umbrella) Rate: £475 per day (Umbrella) or a PAYE salary of £63,000 per annum + 5% annual bonus Are you passionate about optimising customer experiences? Do you thrive in collaborative environments where your insights can make a real difference? If so, we want to hear from you! Our client is seeking a dynamic Customer Journey Manager to join their team and elevate their platform experience to new heights. Role Overview: As a Customer Journey Manager within the Intermediary Platform Savings Lab, you will play a pivotal role in analysing and optimizing the end-to-end journeys on our client's platform. Your primary focus will be on enhancing the experience for operational colleagues, while also positively impacting advisors and clients. You'll collaborate with a diverse team of Product, Engineering, Technology and Operations experts to ensure every user interaction is seamless and exceeds expectations. Key Responsibilities: Journey Mapping & Design: Create comprehensive as-is and to-be journey maps to support in-flight releases. Collaborate with Product and Technical Application Specialists to ensure designs reflect the intended user experience. Work with UI/UX colleagues to develop an omni-channel view of key customer journeys. User Understanding & Insight: Utilise qualitative and quantitative insights to identify opportunities for improvement. Integrate insights from various data sources to provide a holistic view of customer journeys. Journey Optimization & Continuous Improvement: Identify and prioritise key customer journeys for analysis. Design and promote improvement initiatives based on customer and operational impact. Continuously assess journey performance from both customer and business perspectives. Key Skills & Capabilities: Core Skills: Strong user-centric mindset with the ability to represent customer needs in complex environments. Proven experience in journey mapping and service design across multiple channels and systems. Excellent analytical skills to synthesize insights from data, research, and stakeholder feedback. Outstanding stakeholder management and influencing skills across diverse teams. Delivery & Ways of Working: Experience working in agile, product, or change delivery teams. Ability to support prioritization and decision-making using customer impact and evidence. Comfortable facilitating workshops, ceremonies, and alignment sessions. Why Join Us? Impact: Your work will directly enhance customer and operational experiences. Collaboration: Work alongside talented colleagues in a supportive and innovative environment. Growth: This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your skills and advance your career in customer journey optimisation. If you're excited about this opportunity and believe you have what it takes to make a significant impact, we would love to hear from you! Apply today and take the next step in your professional journey. We can't wait to see how you'll shape our client's customer experience! Pontoon is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. Please be advised: if you haven't heard from us within 48 hours, then unfortunately your application has not been successful on this occasion. We may, however, keep your details on file for any suitable future vacancies and contact you accordingly. We use generative AI tools to support our candidate screening process. This helps us ensure a fair, consistent, and efficient experience for all applicants. Rest assured, all final decisions are made by our hiring team, and your application will be reviewed with care and attention

Search are supporting the recruitment of an Assistant Finance Analyst in Edinburgh on a permanent basis with hybrid working. Within the role, you'll support financial planning, analysis and reporting activities, with exposure to budgeting, forecasting and business performance insight. This role would be well suited to someone early in their finance career who enjoys working with data and wants to develop analytical and commercial skills. If this sounds like you, you'd be encouraged to apply. Your responsibilities will include: Supporting day to day FP&A activity, including planning, analysis and reporting Assisting with the preparation of management accounts and performance reports Analysing variances against budget and forecast, producing clear commentary Supporting budgeting and forecasting processes, including data collection and analysis Maintaining recurring reporting and supporting wider business insight Improving reporting quality, efficiency and data accuracy * Partnering with stakeholders across the business to support understanding of financial performance Skills and experience that will benefit your application: Some experience in a finance, reporting or analytical support role Demonstrable Excel skills and confidence working with data An interest in financial analysis, budgeting or management reporting Good attention to detail and ability to manage deadlines Strong communication skills with ability to engage internal and external stakeholders Experience with reporting or BI tools would be advantageous * A proactive approach and willingness to learn and develop What's in it for you: Salary of £28,000-£32,000, depending on experience Hybrid and flexible working options Comprehensive benefits package Exposure to FP&A, reporting and business partnering * Supportive environment with development and progression opportunities To apply or find out more: Please submit your CV at the earliest opportunity and/or get in touch at (url removed). Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age

Fire Engineer Engineering Consultancy London or Edinburgh Hybrid Working Up to £50,000 + Excellent Benefits A globally recognised multidisciplinary engineering consultancy is looking to appoint a Fire Engineer to join its growing UK Fire Engineering team based in either London or Edinburgh. This is an excellent opportunity to develop your career within a highly respected consultancy environment working on complex, design-led projects across the built environment sector. The business is known for delivering technically challenging and architecturally ambitious schemes across the UK and internationally, partnering with leading architects, developers and major stakeholders throughout the full project lifecycle. Projects include: Major stadia and sports venues International airports and transport hubs Education and research facilities Urban masterplans and mixed-use developments Commercial towers and landmark buildings Large infrastructure projectsThe Opportunity: This is a consultancy-focused Fire Engineering role offering broad project exposure and the opportunity to work closely with multidisciplinary design teams from early-stage concept design through to delivery. You will support the development of innovative and performance-based fire engineering solutions while helping shape the functionality, safety, and architectural vision of complex buildings. Responsibilities will include: Supporting and project managing fire engineering projects Assisting with fire strategy development Advising multidisciplinary design teams throughout the design process Attending internal and external design meetings Supporting client consultancy and stakeholder engagement Assisting with project financial monitoring and invoicing Carrying out fire engineering calculations Supporting smoke modelling and evacuation analysis Developing knowledge around fixed fire protection systems including suppression and detection solutions Working within BIM-led project environmentsThis role offers excellent exposure to both prescriptive and performance-based fire engineering methodologies within a true consultancy setting. You will work with industry-leading software and technical platforms including: FDS (Fire Dynamics Simulator) PyroSim Pathfinder Revit AutoCAD Navisworks Bluebeam BIM & CFD modelling platformsPrevious CFD modelling exposure is welcomed but not essential. About You: You will ideally possess: A degree or higher qualification in Engineering or Fire Safety Professional experience delivering fire engineering solutions on UK-based projects Strong understanding of UK fire safety regulations and guidance Exposure to performance-based fire engineering solutions Good communication and consultancy skills A collaborative and technically motivated approachThis opportunity would suit someone currently operating within: Fire Engineering Consultancies Building Services Consultancies Multidisciplinary Engineering Consultancies Or technically strong Fire Design professionals looking to transition into a consultancy-led roleSalary & Benefits: Up to £50,000 basic salary Hybrid working arrangements 25 days holiday + bank holidays Flexible holiday arrangements Generous pension scheme Life assurance & income protection Enhanced parental leave Flexible benefits package 3pm finish on the last Friday of the month Paid professional memberships Ongoing learning & development support Wellbeing and employee assistance programmes Collaborative and inclusive working cultureThis is an outstanding opportunity to join one of the industry’s most respected consultancies and contribute towards some of the most recognisable and technically challenging projects in the built environment sector. For a confidential discussion, please apply or get in touch directly. Eligo Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Eligo is proud to be an equal opportunity employer dedicated to fostering diversity and creating an inclusive and equitable environment for employees and applicants. We actively celebrate and embrace differences, including but not limited to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, and disability. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences and all will be considered for employment without discrimination. At Eligo Recruitment diversity, equity and inclusion is integral to achieving our mission to ensure every workplace reflects the richness of human diversity

Prometheus / Grafana SME | Edinburgh / Bristol / London | £750/d | 6 Months | Hybrid | Financial Services | Financial Services | Hybrid | IT | In this role you will collaborate with Application Stewards and Site Reliability Engineers to confirm critical assets in scope for monitoring verification and uplift. Your responsibilities will include working with EMAS to analyse Prometheus scrape coverage, exporter deployment, and Grafana dashboard availability for critical applications. Key Capabilities/ Knowledge: Deep expertise in designing, implementing, and configuring: Prometheus Instrumentation strategy (exporters, service discovery, custom metrics). PromQL development for complex queries and performance analysis. Recording rules, alerting rules, and metric optimisation. High‑availability architectures, sharding, federation, and long‑term storage (e.g., Thanos, Cortex, Mimir). Grafana Dashboard and panel design with performance‑focused visualisations. Alerting configuration and best‑practice alert routing. Synthetic monitoring integration's (e.g., Grafana Synthetic Monitoring / Blackbox exporter). Log ingestion and analysis (e.g., Loki). Real User Monitoring equivalents or integration's (e.g., Grafana Faro for web telemetry). Location: Edinburgh / Bristol / London Contract: 6 Months Rate: £750/d Inside IR35 via Umbrella Hybrid: 2 days in the office, 3 days working from home Sound interesting? Apply now! Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explains how we will use your information - please copy and paste the following link in to your browser

Location: Edinburgh We have an exciting and rare opportunity for a dynamic and ambitious Management Accountant to join Parks Motor Group based at one of our Edinburgh sites. This is a management position and the successful candidate will be required to take an active role in ensuring optimised financial performance from our retail facilities. Key Responsibilities: ? Ensure the day to day operation of the financial processes are carried out efficiently and in accordance with group deadlines, including the recording of all sales, purchases and stock transactions ? Accurate and timely production of monthly management accounts ? Challenge and support branch management by analysing performance to establish trends and be able to provide recommendations ? Organise, prepare and actively participate at monthly and quarterly business reviews ? Support operational management in understanding and making effective use of their financial reports ? Manage dealership assets including debtors, stock, cash and funding facilities to maximise cash flow ? Develop and manage your team, encouraging strong controls and compliance with group policies ? Submission of manufacturer composites and analysis and interpretation of dealership KPIs ? Contribute to forecasting and budgeting processes to support overall organisational performance and change ? Balance sheet reconciliations ? Complete all other ad hoc financial reporting requirements Your skills and experience: ? You will be a qualified or part-qualified accountant ? You have a proven track record in managing staff across a multi-site environment ? You are a driven individual who is able to initiate and implement change to improve current procedures where appropriate ? You will be organised and able to work under pressure ? You will be a confident communicator who can be trusted with managing confidential and sensitive information ? Motor trade experience is preferable but not essential ? You will have a full, clean drivers licence Why Park's Established in 1971, Parks is a private family-owned business, which takes great pride in being Scotlands leading independent motor Group. Our aim is to grow our business by continually exceeding customer expectations and delivering unparalleled levels of service. Combined with Park's of Hamilton luxury coaches, we are proud to operate a strong portfolio of 29 of the UKs leading car brands across 80 franchised outlets throughout Scotland and England. As a Park's Motor Group employee you will receive: For you: ? Access to the Company Pension Scheme ? Colleague Introductory Scheme ? Industry leading discounts on purchases on new and used cars ? Death in service benefit For you and your family: ? Discounted Servicing ? Subsidised car purchase scheme ? Employee Assistance Programme ? 24/7 remote GP ? Medical second opinions ? Unlimited mental health support ? Physiotherapy help and advice ? Savings and discounts on shopping ? Financial and legal support ? Wellbeing assistance TPBN1_UKTJ

Risk Assessment Unit Quality Control Location: Glasgow Duration: 6 months (initially) Temporary to Permanent Opportunity Hours/week: 35 hours per week (Hybrid) PAYE Only We are looking for Quality Control Analysts who will be responsible for supporting and ensuring operational outputs meet regulatory, internal, and industry standards. Checking and challenging framework to identify errors, mitigate risks, and drive continuous improvement across the business unit. This role will be on a temporary basis and should you demonstrate the required skills this may open the doors to a permanent career in the team. Key Responsibilities Support on on high-volume and complex QC processes Engage with stakeholders by communicating findings and provide constructive feedback to other to present back Analysis trends or systemic failures, offering suggestions for remedial actions to leadership. Make Improvements by collaborating with stakeholders to refine standard operating procedures based on QA results. Key Skills Strong analytical skills Knowledge or background on Financial Crime. Knowledge or experience with KYC (Know Your Customer) and/or AML (Anti-Money Laundering) Experience of working and supporting on high quality due diligence reviews Ability to investigate, analysis, and present findings clearly About Barclays Barclays is a British universal bank. It is diversified by business, by different types of customers and clients, and by geography. Barclays businesses include consumer banking and payments operations around the world, as well as a top-tier, full service, global corporate and investment bank, all of which are supported by its service company which provides technology, operations and functional services across the Group. Values Everything Barclays does is shaped by its five values of Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence and Stewardship. The Barclays values inform the foundations of its relationships with customers and clients, but they also shape how Barclays measures and rewards the performance of colleagues. Simply put, success is not just about what you achieve, but about how you achieve it. Diversity Barclays aims to foster a culture where individuals of all backgrounds feel confident in bringing their whole selves to work, feel included and their talents are nurtured, empowering them to contribute fully to Barclays vision and goals. Onsite Colleagues who perform ‘onsite’ roles will spend four or five days a week working onsite, depending on the requirements of their role and business area. Please discuss the working pattern requirements for the role you are applying for with the hiring manager. Please note that as we continue to embed our hybrid working environment, we remain in a test and learn phase, which means that working arrangements may be subject to change on reasonable notice to ensure we meet the needs of our business. Your Benefits As a contract employee of Randstad Sourceright, you’ll receive a wide range of financial and personal benefits. There’s enrolment in a pension plan (after 12 weeks on assignment) and holiday pay (after eight weeks on assignment). You can discuss any special holiday requests, for weddings, graduations or other significant occasions during this initial period with your team leader. You’ll also get 24/7 access to an Employee Assistance Programme, designed to help you deal with any problems that could be affecting your home or work life. Plus, there’s discounts at heaps of high street shops, restaurants and entertainment - from Asda to Zizzi Italian restaurants

Job title: Rolling Stock Overhaul Technician Job Type: Contract Location: Edinburgh, EH8 7SY (must live within reasonable distance) Duration: 12 month contract | Potential for extension Pay rate: Competitive IR35 Status: Inside IR35 Hours of work: Full Time Shift pattern: Days & Nights on rotating shifts The Opportunity Rullion are recruiting experienced Overhaul Technicians to support the corrective and preventative maintenance, servicing and repair of modern rolling stock assets within a busy rail depot environment. This role offers the opportunity to work on technically advanced fleets as part of a highly skilled maintenance and modifications team, supporting fleet reliability, availability and safety through planned overhaul, repair and continuous improvement activities. The Role You will undertake scheduled mechanical overhaul, modification and repair activities in line with the vehicle maintenance plan and agreed delivery schedules. Working closely with Team Leaders and Managers, you'll play a key role in ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently and to a high technical standard. Key Responsibilities Carry out scheduled overhaul and mechanical maintenance activities Undertake rolling stock modification work to improve performance and reduce downtime Support new train introduction and maintenance acceptance processes Perform basic fault finding, rectification and repair as required Accurately record work completed and materials used via the Maintenance Management System (MMS) Ensure MMS records provide a clear auditable trail for reporting and analysis Actively contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across depot and fleet activities Support production plans and work collaboratively with Team Leaders and Managers Attend and complete all required technical and safety training Adhere strictly to all Health & Safety processes and procedures * Be prepared to travel and stay overnight away from base location for short periods when required Qualifications & Experience Essential Served apprenticeship in mechanical or electrical engineering or an Engineering-based NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) Experience working in a modern engineering or maintenance environment Proven experience carrying out overhaul and modification work on Rolling Stock experience preferred but not essential as full training provided Strong safety awareness within an operational environment Experience using modern Maintenance Management Systems (MMS) Confident using modern fault-finding and repair techniques * Applicants from Aerospace, Heavy Transport, Automotive, Electric Vehicles or Ex-Forces Engineering backgrounds are also encouraged to apply Behavioural & Personal Attributes Comfortable working independently or as part of a team Strong understanding of and compliance with internal and external rules and regulations Calm, professional and diplomatic under pressure Able to investigate complex mechanical and electrical faults and produce detailed reports Excellent written and verbal communication skills Able to engage effectively with stakeholders at all levels * Loyal, committed, confident and driven Desirable Skills & Competencies Intermediate IT skills (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) Ability to read electrical, pneumatic and mechanical schematics Experience with depot plant and equipment (bogie drops, presses, cranes, jacks, air systems) Train driving, Depot Protection, First Aid or Fire Warden competencies * Full UK driving licence Additional Requirements Must live within a reasonable commuting distance of Edinburgh Right to work in the UK Ability to provide proof of technical qualifications Willingness to work days and nights on a rotating shift pattern What's On Offer Long-term contract with strong potential for extension PPE provided by Rullion Full tooling provided on site On-site mess room with kitchen facilities Coverall cleaning service Changing facilities, lockers and showers Safety This is a safety-critical environment. Successful candidates will be required to undergo Drugs & Alcohol testing and work in strict accordance with Health & Safety controls and procedures at all times. If you're an experienced Technician looking to work on a flagship high-speed rail project in Edinburgh, this is a standout opportunity to advance your rail career with the support of a specialist recruitment partner. Please note that applicants must have the right to work in the UK. We cannot provide VISA sponsorship. Interested in this position? please click "apply now" We try to respond to all applicants, but sometimes this is not possible due to high volumes of applications; if you have not heard from us within 14 days, regrettably it means you have been unsuccessful on this occasion. This vacancy is being advertised by Rullion Ltd acting as an employment business Since 1978, Rullion has been securing exceptional candidates for a range of clients; from large well-known brands, to SMEs and start-ups. As a family-owned business, Rullion's approach is credible and honest, focused on building long-lasting relationships with both clients and candidates. Rullion is a forward-thinking recruitment company that specialises in providing a wide range of talent consultancy services to a diverse client base; from small start-ups to large household names. We celebrate and support diversity and are committed to ensuring equal opportunities for both employees and applicants. Rullion celebrates and supports diversity and is committed to ensuring equal opportunities for both employees and applicants

Lead Electronics Engineer Edinburgh, Luton, Bristol, Southampton (2 days from home) circa £84 per hour + overtime Contract position Virtual interview Mon–Fri Certain Advantage is collaborating with a key client to recruit a Lead Electronics Engineer. You will lead the electronics development of a key sensor project for aircraft. This is a key role in developing, maturing, and delivering a mission-critical, electro-optical system that will be installed onto the aircraft platform. What will you be doing? Manage and lead a team of Electronics engineers in developing the sensor system’s electronic hardware through the full engineering lifecycle from requirements analysis to customer delivery. Ownership of electronics work packages, agreeing budget and schedule with engineering management, day-to-day planning and execution of the teams’ work, supervising engineers in completion of their tasks, and status reporting to key stakeholders. Lead the electronics architecture development while working closely with Systems, Mechanical, Firmware and Software Leads to optimise system capability and performance while minimising volume, weight and power. Act as primary point of contact and interface with Engineering Management for all aspects of electronics development. Ensure electronics development is progressed in accordance with applicable company processes and procedures. A couple of things you should know: Experience in team leadership and work package management. Experience of developing complex electronics system architectures. Expert in at least one or more areas of electronics design, such as analogue, mixed-signal, digital / FPGA / DSP or power electronics. Knowledge of developing electronics using a structured/gated development process. Strong interpersonal skills and experience of working as part of a team. During an interview, you may be asked about: Your experience of developing electro-optic and / or servo control technology, such as: Optical Detectors, Lasers, Camera Imaging systems, Control Theory & Motor / Servo Drive electronics, Power electronics & Communications systems. Experience of developing electronics for avionic systems. Experience across all phases of the Engineering Product Life Cycle, on several projects. Sounds like you? Apply now or WhatsApp/ring Lukas - (phone number removed) / (phone number removed) Working with Certain Advantage We go the extra mile to match top talent with the right opportunities. Whether you're looking to make a big impact or take the next step in your career, we’re here to support you. We work with businesses across the UK in Engineering, IT, Finance, and Marketing. If this role isn’t for you, visit (url removed) to sign up for job alerts and career advice

Health & Safety Advisor Location: East Lothian (with travel across Scotland as required) Job Type: Full-time, Permanent Due to continued growth, our client—a well-established and highly regarded Civil Engineering Contractor—is looking to appoint an experienced Health & Safety Advisor to join their expanding HSE team on a permanent basis. Working closely with project delivery teams, you will play a key role in supporting, advising, and driving Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) standards across a diverse portfolio of construction sites throughout Scotland. Reporting to senior management, this position combines both technical expertise and administrative oversight to ensure the highest levels of HSE compliance, performance, and continuous improvement are achieved across all projects. Key Responsibilities HSE Management & Planning Support the development, implementation, and ongoing maintenance of HSE management plans, including Project Management Plans (PMP), Construction Phase Plans (CPP), and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs). Assist in the preparation and approval of Risk Assessments & Method Statements (RAMS) and permit-to-work systems. Safety Leadership & Engagement Deliver and support site inductions, toolbox talks, and safety briefings. Promote behavioural safety initiatives and help cultivate a proactive, positive safety culture. Technical Support & Compliance Provide expert HSE advice throughout all project phases, from tender through to completion. Ensure full compliance with company HSE systems, relevant legislation, and industry best practice. Support auditing, monitoring, and reporting processes, identifying trends and areas for improvement. Incident Management Assist in the investigation of incidents and near misses, ensuring accurate reporting, root cause analysis, and implementation of corrective actions. Risk Management & Review Identify potential hazards and support project teams in developing effective mitigation strategies. Conduct project reviews to highlight unusual risks and opportunities for improvement. Client & Stakeholder Liaison Represent the business at client HSE meetings and project reviews, maintaining clear communication and a collaborative approach to safety management. Skills & Experience Proven experience within civil engineering or construction environments. Strong commitment to health, safety, and environmental best practice. NEBOSH General or Construction Certificate (minimum requirement). Proficient in Microsoft Office and SharePoint. Full UK driving licence with flexibility to travel, including overnight stays when required. Excellent communication, organisation, and problem-solving skills. Self-motivated, proactive, and able to work independently as well as part of a team. Committed to professional development, ideally working towards Chartered IOSH status. Flexible and adaptable, with the ability to manage multiple priorities. What’s on Offer A competitive salary and an excellent benefits package are available for the successful candidate. If this opportunity aligns with your experience and career goals, please apply with your most recent CV. For further information, contact Louise Knock on (phone number removed), quoting reference J46905. 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

Cost Control Specialist Edinburgh (Fully Remote) £300–£400 per day Start Date: 18th May Contract: 6 months (initially) Role Overview Opportunity to support a major offshore wind infrastructure project, focusing on cost control, forecasting, and financial reporting within a large capital delivery environment. Key Responsibilities • Maintain cost control frameworks, procedures, and reporting tools, • Develop and manage project budgets and Estimate at Completion (EAC) forecasts, • Track actual costs, commitments, VOWD, and forecast performance against budgets, • Produce accurate monthly cost reports for senior stakeholders and governance reviews, • Support change control processes, variation orders, and contingency drawdowns, • Liaise with planning and finance teams to ensure alignment of cost and schedule, • Review contractor invoices, accruals, and cost submissions for accuracy, • Support cost and risk analysis sessions Skills & Experience Essential: • Proven experience in project cost control or project finance roles, • Background in large capital projects (energy, offshore wind, infrastructure, engineering), • Strong Excel skills, • Experience with budgeting, forecasting, cost reporting, and change control processes, • Ability to work independently in a structured project environment Bonus: • SAP experience, • Power BI capability, • Offshore wind or wider renewables experience, • Familiarity with VOWD, EAC, WBS structures, and lender reporting requirements

An IT Business Analyst is required to join a forward-thinking professional services organisation investing heavily in innovation, technology, and smarter ways of working. This is a unique opportunity to become the organisations first IT Business Analyst, helping shape how change and improvement are delivered across the business. This is a hybrid role, with the option to be based in either Edinburgh or Glasgow (both centrally located offices). You'll sit at the heart of the organisation's innovation strategy, working closely with stakeholders to identify opportunities, improve processes, and introduce new tools and technologies (including AI) that will have a real impact on how the business operates. If you're someone who enjoys solving problems, challenging the status quo, and driving meaningful change, this could be a great fit. What you'll be doing You'll work closely with stakeholders across the business to understand current processes and uncover opportunities for improvement. You'll translate business needs into clear, actionable requirements and help design more efficient ways of working. You'll take the lead on delivering innovation and change initiatives, working with internal teams and external partners to implement new tools, systems, and processes. A key part of your role will be driving adoption, supporting communication, training, and engagement to ensure new ways of working are successfully embedded. You'll ideally have most of the following Experience within a Professional Services environment Experience as an IT Business Analyst Strong stakeholder management skills A track record of improving processes or delivering change initiatives Ability to translate business needs into clear, actionable solutions Exposure to process mapping, automation, or emerging technologies (AI or low-code tools) Relevant certifications such as AGILE, Scrum Master or Business Analysis Why this role? This is a genuine greenfield position where you'll be the first IT Business Analyst in the organisation, giving you the autonomy to shape how business analysis and change are delivered from the ground up. You'll have real visibility across the business, working closely with Senior stakeholders to drive meaningful improvements that directly impact how the organisation operates. The company has a strong appetite for innovation, so your ideas will be heard and acted on. You'll also benefit from a flexible, supportive working environment that promotes work-life balance, while still offering the chance to take ownership, autonomy, and the opportunity to see the tangible results of your work. What's on offer This is a hybrid role in Edinburgh or Glasgow and offers a salary of £40,000 - £50,000, plus a strong benefits package including a discretionary performance-based bonus. If you're an IT Business Analyst who enjoys working hands-on with software, collaborating closely with Senior stakeholders, this is a strong opportunity to take the next step in your career. If this sounds of interest, please apply or reach out to Matt MacAlpine. Cathcart Technology is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy

Job title: Customer Journey Manager Location: Edinburgh (Hybrid - Office twice a week) Contract Length: 6 months (Potential for extensions) Daily Rate: £475.00 (Umbrella) Are you passionate about optimising customer experiences? Do you thrive in collaborative environments where your insights can make a real difference? If so, we want to hear from you! Our client is seeking a dynamic Customer Journey Manager to join their team and elevate their platform experience to new heights. Role Overview: As a Customer Journey Manager within the Intermediary Platform Savings Lab, you will play a pivotal role in analysing and optimizing the end-to-end journeys on our client's platform. Your primary focus will be on enhancing the experience for operational colleagues, while also positively impacting advisors and clients. You'll collaborate with a diverse team of Product, Engineering, Technology and Operations experts to ensure every user interaction is seamless and exceeds expectations. Key Responsibilities: Journey Mapping & Design: Create comprehensive as-is and to-be journey maps to support in-flight releases. Collaborate with Product and Technical Application Specialists to ensure designs reflect the intended user experience. Work with UI/UX colleagues to develop an omni-channel view of key customer journeys. User Understanding & Insight: Utilise qualitative and quantitative insights to identify opportunities for improvement. Integrate insights from various data sources to provide a holistic view of customer journeys. Journey Optimization & Continuous Improvement: Identify and prioritise key customer journeys for analysis. Design and promote improvement initiatives based on customer and operational impact. Continuously assess journey performance from both customer and business perspectives. Key Skills & Capabilities: Core Skills: Strong user-centric mindset with the ability to represent customer needs in complex environments. Proven experience in journey mapping and service design across multiple channels and systems. Excellent analytical skills to synthesize insights from data, research, and stakeholder feedback. Outstanding stakeholder management and influencing skills across diverse teams. Delivery & Ways of Working: Experience working in agile, product, or change delivery teams. Ability to support prioritization and decision-making using customer impact and evidence. Comfortable facilitating workshops, ceremonies, and alignment sessions. Why Join Us? Impact: Your work will directly enhance customer and operational experiences. Collaboration: Work alongside talented colleagues in a supportive and innovative environment. Growth: This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your skills and advance your career in customer journey optimisation. If you're excited about this opportunity and believe you have what it takes to make a significant impact, we would love to hear from you! Apply today and take the next step in your professional journey. We can't wait to see how you'll shape our client's customer experience! Pontoon is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. Please be advised: if you haven't heard from us within 48 hours, then unfortunately your application has not been successful on this occasion. We may, however, keep your details on file for any suitable future vacancies and contact you accordingly. We use generative AI tools to support our candidate screening process. This helps us ensure a fair, consistent, and efficient experience for all applicants. Rest assured, all final decisions are made by our hiring team, and your application will be reviewed with care and attention

Job Title: Finance Manager Location: Hybrid Role Type: Permanent Salary: 50k - 60k About the Organisation We are a high‑growth professional services business operating within the technology space, delivering specialist solutions to a broad client base across the UK. Over recent years, the organisation has undergone significant transformation and continues to invest heavily in its people, systems, and processes as it scales. With private investment supporting ambitious growth plans, the business is focused on strengthening its finance capability to support both operational excellence and strategic decision‑making. The Opportunity This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified Finance Manager to join a fast‑paced, private‑equity‑backed environment. The role offers broad exposure across financial reporting, controls, people management, and commercial partnering, working closely with senior stakeholders across the business. The successful candidate will play a key role in embedding robust financial processes while adding value through insight, analysis, and continuous improvement. What You'll Be Doing Owning the month‑end reporting cycle, including posting and reviewing journals (accruals, prepayments, payroll journals, etc.) Preparation and review of balance sheet and P&L reconciliations Managing intercompany transactions and ensuring accurate group reconciliations. Reviewing VAT returns; Maintaining and updating financial data across the finance system (POs, expenses, journals) Managing and overseeing the transactional finance function, including line management responsibilities Acting as the main point of contact for payroll and pensions with external providers Playing a leading role in year‑end and audit processes Reviewing client MI, billing, and PO reporting Working closely with operational teams to ensure accuracy of timeshare data Partnering with senior stakeholders on commercial discussions and key projects Supporting forecasting activities alongside account and commercial teams reviewing and documenting finance policies and processes. Producing monthly budget variance analysis and supporting quarterly budget reviews Delivering monthly departmental reporting and analysis to leadership Supporting statutory and regulatory reporting as required About You MUST HAVE: EXPERIENCE WORKING FOR A PRIVATE EQUITY BACKED FIRM Fully qualified accountant (CIMA / ACCA / ICAS / ICAEW or equivalent) Strong experience in management accounting, reporting, and month‑end close Demonstrated attention to detail with the ability to review financial data accurately Experience using a cloud‑based finance system (NetSuite experience highly desirable) Background in a consultancy or professional services environment would be advantageous Confident working with both senior leaders and non‑finance stakeholders Advanced Excel skills Comfortable mentoring and developing junior team members Proactive, solutions‑focused mindset with a strong work ethic Self‑starter who takes ownership and follows through What's on Offer Clear and structured career development pathways Support and mentoring from experienced finance and business leaders Competitive annual leave allowance plus bank holidays, with the option to buy or sell days Private healthcare and access to wellbeing initiatives Individual and company‑wide performance‑related bonus Flexible, hybrid working arrangement A Final Note We recognise that no candidate will meet every requirement. We value curiosity, adaptability, and collaboration, and we're keen to hear from professionals who are motivated to grow and make an impact within a supportive team environment. If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. 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. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)