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Learning & Development Manager – Building Delegation Location: Watford Contract: Permanent, Full Time About the Role We’re looking for a Learning & Development Manager to lead capability development for our Building delegation. This is a hands-on delivery role with real impact - designing and implementing training solutions that keep our workforce compliant, skilled, and ready for the future. You’ll partner with senior leaders to diagnose capability gaps, create practical learning interventions, and manage an Academy Administrator to ensure smooth operational delivery. This is not a strategic leadership role, but your insights will help shape workforce planning and influence business priorities. Key Responsibilities • Work with senior leaders to identify capability needs and develop targeted L&D plans., • Design and deliver training programmes across technical, compliance, leadership and soft skills., • Ensure all learning meets regulatory and industry standards., • Manage and support an Academy Administrator for the Building delegation., • Analyse training data and present insights to stakeholders., • Promote a culture of continuous learning and development. What We’re Looking For • Proven experience in Learning & Development - ideally in construction, engineering or operational environments., • Strong analytical skills with the ability to turn data into actionable insights., • Experience designing and delivering training programmes end-to-end., • Line management experience and confidence working across multiple systems (HR, CRM, BI, finance)., • Collaborative, credible and proactive with excellent communication skills. Why Join Us? You’ll play a key role in building capability and shaping the future of our workforce. If you’re passionate about learning, thrive in a hands-on environment, and want to make a tangible impact, we’d love to hear from you

The Finance Business Partner acts as a strategic advisor, combining financial insight with commercial acumen to influence decisions and drive performance. Job Title/Req Number: Finance Business Partner - T&L (12-month FTC) (108326). The KPMG Finance function is a cornerstone of our UK business.

IT Product Lead We are looking for an experienced and innovative Product Lead to join the IT team specialising in the implementation and development of the Witness Service case management system, WitnessBox 2.0. This role is home-based within England or Wales. Position: 6484 IT Product Lead- Witness Box Location: Remote Hours: Full time 37.5 hours per week. Monday to Friday 9-5 Contract: Permanent Salary: £42,521 per annum Closing Date: 31st December 2025. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, if enough suitable applications are received. About the Role As the Witness Box Product Lead, you will provide leadership and management for the development and operational functionality of the Witness Service case management system, WitnessBox 2.0. You will be responsible for driving the advancement of the WitnessBox user specification, ensuring it is developed in collaboration with colleagues, the Ministry of Justice (MOJ), and other stakeholders. This includes managing the change control process, overseeing audits, monitoring system performance, and leading improvements. Your responsibilities will include: Managing the WitnessBox change control process and ensuring compliance. Leading the development and continual improvement of WitnessBox policies and procedures. Overseeing testing strategies and user acceptance testing (UAT). Maintaining training resources and induction plans. Engaging stakeholders and converting requirements into business needs. Undertaking data analysis and reporting to inform system enhancements. About You You will have a proven track record in product leadership, with experience in managing digital products or services through various development phases. You will be confident in applying Agile methodologies, translating business needs into deliverables, and collaborating with stakeholders to deliver effective solutions. You will need: Experience in product or programme leadership to achieve strategic objectives. Strong knowledge of Agile, Lean, or user-focused methodologies. Ability to manage product delivery across different phases of development. Excellent problem-solving and stakeholder engagement skills. Strong organisational and time management skills. Competent IT skills and familiarity with digital product management principles. Benefits include: Flexible Working Options: Including hybrid working. Generous Annual Leave: 28 days plus Bank Holidays, increasing to 33 days plus Bank Holidays, with options to buy or sell annual leave. Birthday Leave: An extra day off for your birthday. Pension Plan: 5% employer contribution. Enhanced Allowances: Enhanced sick pay, maternity, and paternity payments. Exclusive Discounts: High Street, retail, holiday, gym, entertainment, and leisure discounts. Financial Wellbeing: Access to our financial wellbeing hub and salary-deducted finance. Wellbeing Support: Employee assistance programme and wellbeing support. Inclusive Networks: Access to EDI networks and colleague cafes. Sustainable Travel: Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loans. Career Development: Ongoing training and support with opportunities for career progression. About the Organisation This independent charity provides a range of specialist services to people who have been affected by crime across England and Wales. Working towards a world where there are fewer victims but who have stronger rights, better support and a real influence in the Criminal Justice System, everyone at the charity is driven by the Vision Ambitions and Values to play their part in making a difference for those who experience crime and traumatic events. As part of the commitment to the Race at Work Charter we particularly welcome applicants from Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities. The charity is also a Disability Confident Employer and provides a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for candidates that are disabled and meet all essential criteria for a role. If you have a disability, a learning difficulty such as dyslexia or a medical condition, which you believe may affect your performance during any aspect of the selection process, the team will be happy to make reasonable adjustments to enable you to perform at your best. You may have experience in areas such as Product Lead, IT Product Lead, Digital Product Lead, Product Officer, IT Product Officer, Digital Product Officer, Product Manager, IT Product Manager, Digital Product Manager. #INDNFP Please note this role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of our client. TPBN1_UKTJ

Who We Are Boston Consulting Group partners with leaders in business and society to tackle their most important challenges and capture their greatest opportunities. BCG was the pioneer in business strategy when it was founded in 1963. Today, we help clients with total transformation-inspiring complex change, enabling organizations to grow, building competitive advantage, and driving bottom-line impact. To succeed, organizations must blend digital and human capabilities. Our diverse, global teams bring deep industry and functional expertise and a range of perspectives to spark change. BCG delivers solutions through leading-edge management consulting along with technology and design, corporate and digital ventures—and business purpose. We work in a uniquely collaborative model across the firm and throughout all levels of the client organization, generating results that allow our clients to thrive. What You'll Do The purpose of this newly created role in the LAB Operations Team is to create a ‘great place to work’ for our London employees and visiting clients to our office. The London office is a flagship office in our LAB (London, Amsterdam, Brussels) system, being the largest office, and the focus needs to be on creating and maintaining a ‘hub’ and thriving center, not only for our London-based employees but also for visiting employees from Amsterdam and Brussels; a destination place to work. The Facilities & Operations Senior Manager will be responsible for leading the delivery and optimization of a portfolio of best-in-class services and facilities at the local level, that cater for local requirements, and ensure parity with other LAB offices, creating a high-quality experience for the system as whole and encouraging inter-LAB mobility. You will work closely both with the Office Leader for London and local HR & Operations leadership, to support the delivery of their local goals for the office environment, and employee experience, the LAB Operations Senior Director and the rest of the LAB Operations Leadership Team, to deliver LAB-wide projects and improvements for the benefit of all offices. *Your responsibilities will include: * • Lead and execute the delivery of all local services and facilities, including Reception, Catering, Cleaning, M&E, Logistics, • Oversee in-house teams, all London vendor contracts and on-site vendor teams, day-to-day, ensuring SLAs and KPIs are adhered to and the highest levels of service delivery, coaching where required to improve performance, • Continuously look to improve the local office environment, local services and facilities, and employee / visiting client experiences – work in partnership with the Director, Operational Excellence on local/LAB-wide operational improvements., • Exercise sound commercial judgment and effectively track and manage all services within agreed Opex budgets, also local Capex project budgets – liaising with and conducting regular budget reconciliation meetings with local and LAB-Finance teams where required., • HS&E lead and responsible person on-site (internal mandatory training, risk assessment, DSE’s, Accident and near miss investigation) as supported by H&S consultants and Compliance / Auditing., • Active member of the Incident Response Team, regularly updating IRT documentation and organizing the bi-annual table-top exercises, to ensure systems and processes are robust and well maintained., • Oversee the delivery of front of house / reception services to a high standard for all visitors and employees., • Execute the delivery of all events and meetings within the London office, including working closely with internal stakeholders, the building reception to ensure a seamless visitor journey for guests, and IT/AV to ensure a good experience of technology., • Develop and inspire a high performing team of local resources / vendor personnel and grow that capability, as required, either with BCG or vendor resources, to meet the demands of the site., • Define clear roles and responsibilities within the operations team ensuring accountability and ownership and good cross-team working, also partnership with other local BST teams, i.e., IT/AV and HR., • Participate in onboarding and induction of new joiners to BCG, completing office tours and presentations, • As a key member of the LAB Leadership Team, build strong relationships with your peers, contribute actively and with a positive mind-set to any LAB-wide activities, discussions and initiatives, to ensure their success., • Partner with your local Amsterdam and Brussels Workplace Operations Manager counterparts, to understand their needs and provide strategic Operations solutions across all LAB offices. • Ownership and delivery of business improvement projects and office programs, across London, i.e., business continuity planning, incident response, and contribution to large-scale office programs across LAB, when required, i.e., roll-out of new technologies across all 3 sites. • Effective tracking of key operational metrics related to London, i.e., local attendance, space utilization, etc. that affords local leadership a detailed view of their real estate investments; space utilization, employee behaviors, and allows for the aggregation of data to a LAB level for a management dashboard. What You'll Bring • 8+ years’ experience working in an operational / service delivery leadership role in-house in an organization, • Experience working in a fast-paced professional service firm environment, • Extensive technical knowledge in a range of building services disciplines across facilities or estate management, with experience of managing both in-house teams and out-sourced providers, • Extensive knowledge of HS&E obligations, and experience in all practical aspects of deploying HS&E compliance, • Good with data; ability to analyze and interpret both technical and financial information, • Excellent English skills (verbal and written communication), • Excellent communication and presentation skills; confident user of the Microsoft Office Suite, • Ability to influence senior stakeholders with reason and logic, • University degree preferred, • Event management and client-experience related projects preferred, • Given the nature of the role, a typical week will require four days in the office as a minimum. Boston Consulting Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under national, provincial, or local law, where applicable, and those with criminal histories will be considered in a manner consistent with applicable state and local laws. BCG is an E - Verify Employer. (Click here )( for more information on E-Verify.

Who We Are Boston Consulting Group partners with leaders in business and society to tackle their most important challenges and capture their greatest opportunities. BCG was the pioneer in business strategy when it was founded in 1963. Today, we help clients with total transformation-inspiring complex change, enabling organizations to grow, building competitive advantage, and driving bottom-line impact. To succeed, organizations must blend digital and human capabilities. Our diverse, global teams bring deep industry and functional expertise and a range of perspectives to spark change. BCG delivers solutions through leading-edge management consulting along with technology and design, corporate and digital ventures—and business purpose. We work in a uniquely collaborative model across the firm and throughout all levels of the client organization, generating results that allow our clients to thrive. What You'll Do As the LAB Benefits & Wellbeing Senior Manager, you will lead the strategic direction and operational delivery of benefits and wellbeing initiatives for all employees and Managing Directors & Partners (MDPs) across the LAB system (London, Amsterdam, Brussels). You will oversee end-to-end benefits management, wellbeing programs, and benefit renewal cycles, ensuring BCG’s Employee Value Proposition (EVP) is embedded consistently across markets. Reporting to the LAB HR Senior Director, you will directly manage two team members and co-manage four additional reports in partnership with their local manager. You will collaborate closely with colleagues across the People Team, Finance, Procurement, Global Benefits, and the LAB Leadership Team. Strategy & Leadership: • Own and deliver the Benefits & Wellbeing strategy across LAB, ensuring alignment with BCG’s EVP., • Translate strategy into actionable plans that respond to business needs in a fast-paced environment., • Lead and develop the Benefits & Wellbeing team, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement., • Oversee day-to-day management of all benefits processes, acting as an escalation point for complex issues., • Lead annual benefits renewal cycles, liaising with brokers, external providers, and internal stakeholders., • Partner with the People Team, Finance, Procurement, and Global Benefits to ensure seamless coordination on regional and global initiatives., • Maintain strong relationships with stakeholders, providing timely communication on benefit changes, market trends, and cost implications., • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of UK, Netherlands, and Belgium benefits legislation, market trends, and best practices., • Manage wellbeing initiatives, ensuring they are evidence-based, inclusive, and aligned with business and employee needs., • Lead complex change projects, such as provider transitions or benefit design updates (e.g., pensions, healthcare)., • Continuously review and enhance the overall benefits offering to maintain competitiveness and employee engagement. What You'll Bring • Strategic Thinking and Problem Solving: providing strategy and thought leadership, navigating ambiguity, and driving initiatives from conception to execution., • Collaboration and Communication: teaming effectively with various collaborators across multiple functions, writing compelling communications, and delivering presentations confidently., • Stakeholder Management: developing, engaging, and influencing stakeholders, including senior leaders, with integrity, diplomacy and trust., • Adaptability and Flexibility: staying flexible, shifting gears quickly, and acting upon feedback for continuous development., • Extensive experience in a Benefits & Wellbeing role, with prior experience in management consulting or professional services highly preferred., • Strong leadership and management experience, with the ability to handle a broad range of tasks., • Proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint, with strong analytical and numerical abilities., • Exceptional communication, negotiation, and organizational skills. Boston Consulting Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under national, provincial, or local law, where applicable, and those with criminal histories will be considered in a manner consistent with applicable state and local laws. BCG is an E - Verify Employer. (Click here )( for more information on E-Verify.

Head of Student Finance and Income – GEDU Global Education. Knowledge of compliance requirements related to CMA, SLC, OfS, and student finance. Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for financial excellence and student experience? We’re looking for a dynamic Head of Fees and Income to lead

A leading healthcare trust in the UK is seeking a Head of Finance.

This role requires strong leadership skills and the ability to collaborate across departments to support strategic goals.

This part-time position involves working closely with the founder to lead financial planning and provide strategic insights to support the company's expansion.

Successful candidates will have 8+ years in strategic operations and deep expertise in finance systems. The role entails designing architectures to support transformation across Finance, HR, Legal, and Procurement, while optimizing costs and mitigating risks.

A leading healthcare provider in Greater London is seeking a qualified accountant to become the finance lead for a high-profile joint venture with UCL.

A non-profit organization is seeking a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to provide strategic financial leadership and ensure financial sustainability. The ideal candidate has a strong track record in senior finance roles, strong emotional intelligence, and the ability to lead teams through challenges.

An established industry player is on the lookout for a Head of Finance to join their dynamic team in North London. This pivotal role involves strategic planning, overseeing financial activities, and implementing the Sage accounting system. This is an exciting opportunity for a qualified accountant t

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in senior finance leadership within regulated environments, a strong track record in developing complex financial strategies, and a people-focused leadership style. A large housing charity is seeking an exceptional Executive Director of Finance and

Secure and competitive pension.Commitment to professional development for all, including 8 training days per annum.Access to a cycle to work scheme.Free on-site parking with EV charging points.Free access to Westfield Health, Healthy Extras providing 24/7 telephone access to a practising UK GP, 24 H

A leading accountancy and business advisory firm is seeking an Operational Excellence Director to drive initiatives in Operational Excellence and Finance Transformation.

A leading recruitment firm in the United Kingdom is seeking a Chief Finance Officer for a part-time role (3 days a week) over a 12-month period. The role focuses on providing strategic leadership for financial sustainability and governance while ensuring effective communication with senior leaders.

The ideal candidate will provide strategic financial guidance, develop policies for sound financial management, and ensure compliance with regulations.

This full-time role demands leadership of a finance team, driving performance tracking and cost management while ensuring data-driven decisions.

An educational institution in Wembley is seeking a Head of Tuition Fees and Student Finance to strategize and manage fee policies, billing, and income collection. The ideal candidate has experience in student finance and understanding of UK tuition structures.

A leading data and technology firm seeks a Chief Financial Officer to lead financial operations in London.This role entails developing financial strategies, ensuring compliance, managing risks, and overseeing financial performance.Candidates must possess over 10 years of PQE, strong business acumen,

A high-growth SaaS business in the United Kingdom seeks a Head of FP&A to lead budgeting, forecasting, and performance reporting.You will interact closely with senior leadership and provide data-driven insights that influence key commercial decisions.The ideal candidate will have strong FP&A experie

A leading beauty brand based in London is seeking an Interim Finance & Supply Chain Director to support its business during a period of growth.

A leading organization in the finance sector is seeking a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to lead Finance & Accounts. The CFO will provide strategic leadership, oversee financial planning and reporting, manage financial risks, and ensure compliance with local regulations.

A leading finance company in Greater London is seeking a Corporate Portfolio Director to manage a diverse portfolio of corporate customers.

A national sports charity is looking for a Head of Finance based in Wembley to guide the finance team and provide strategic insights.

A clean-technology scale-up in Greater London seeks an experienced Finance Director to shape financial strategy, oversee financial reporting, and manage fundraising efforts.

A leading financial services recruitment firm is seeking a finance leader to supervise the finance team in the East Midlands.

Assess financial risks, evaluate investment opportunities, and guide strategic decisions for new resorts, land development, and business expansions. Lead and mentor the finance and accounts teams across the group.

This newly created role involves strategic responsibilities and people management within the organisation.

A UK-based recruitment firm is seeking a Finance Director to lead their financial strategy and operations. This role requires a qualified finance professional with experience in management accounts, cashflow forecasting, and financial analysis, especially using Xero.

A major financial institution in Greater London is seeking an experienced professional for their Loan Trading desk.The role involves managing stressed risk commitments, handling credit queries, and ensuring proper documentation of trades.Candidates should have experience with syndicated loans, stron

A leading educational foundation in Cambridge is seeking a Finance Director to oversee financial strategy and operations, with a clear progression to Chief Financial Officer. Responsibilities include improving financial controls, modernizing systems, and leading a capable finance team.

An international philanthropic organization based in the United Kingdom is seeking a Director, Nutrition (Financing) to lead innovative financing strategies aimed at enhancing nutrition outcomes for children and communities.The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in nutrition financing,

A leading not-for-profit organization in York requires an exceptional Interim CFO to guide strategic financial decisions and manage complex stakeholder relationships.

A global healthcare company located in Greater London is seeking an experienced Enterprise Architect with a strong background in finance systems and HR technology. You will define strategies for core finance capabilities, lead the modernization of essential platforms like Workday and SAP, and ensure

This role involves leading financial planning and analysis, working closely with the CEO, and enhancing strategic decision-making.

Work closely with Finance, Accounts, and Operations teams to identify.

A finance consultancy in London is seeking a fractional CFO to lead a portfolio of clients in the Tech, SaaS, and e-commerce sectors.

A leading food supplement manufacturer in the UK seeks an experienced Financial Director to build a reliable audit-ready finance function.

A leading financial services provider in the UK is seeking a Group Head of Financial Planning & Analysis to lead financial strategy across divisions.This role involves delivering insights for decision-making, managing the budgeting and forecasting processes, and mentoring a global team.The ideal can

A growing B2C services business in Derby is actively seeking a qualified Finance Director. You will manage the finance team, oversee cash flows, and handle budgeting and forecasting.

This role involves overseeing key support functions such as Finance and IT while providing strategic leadership to the Senior Leadership Team. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in senior financial and operational leadership, with excellent strategic planning abilities.

The role requires providing strategic guidance to the CEO and overseeing a finance team to ensure high-quality planning, budgeting, and reporting. Ideal candidates will have a proven track record in senior finance roles within organizations generating over £20m annually, and experience leading team

An executive search firm is seeking a Director of Finance in the UK. This key role involves financial management, supporting operational performance, and developing a finance function that acts as a commercial partner.

The candidate will engage in strategic financial planning and performance analysis, manage the FP&A team, and report to senior management while ensuring compliance with financial regulations. Candidates should have 5+ years of experience in finance, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to le

A leading banking institution in the UK seeks individuals to join their Strategic Finance team, focusing on generating new business opportunities within Commercial and Mid Corporate Banking.

This pivotal role requires extensive experience in NHS finance and a track record of developing high-performing teams.