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Robert Half are working in exclusive partnership with an established and growing consultancy based in Oxford to recruit a Senior Finance Manager on a part-time basis (22.5 hours). This is a permanent position created due to internal promotion, a great opportunity to join an established firm in a role offering progression and development. \n \n This is as a part-time position (22.5 hours) with ownership as a senior leader and ability to grow in responsibility, you will come from a technical and controls background with an understanding of tax requirements and ability to provide leadership within a stable function. \n The Senior Finance Manager position will be paying in the region of £80,000 to £85,000 per annum (full time equivalent, pro rata to 22.5 hours) with hybrid working (1-2 days on site) and a great prospect for future development. Other benefits include salary sacrifice pension, PMI, company bonus scheme. \n \n Key responsibilities include \n\n • Lead month end process for overall group and associated entities\n, • Lead the year end close process ensuring robust controls and timely reporting alongside being key liaison with the auditors\n, • Own and drive continuous improvement within financial reporting and controls processes\n, • Preparation of statutory financial statements across the group and international entities\n, • Oversee group tax return preparation and submission alongside managing external relationships\n, • Key advisor to the business in areas of tax compliance and technical guidance, ensuring mitigation of risk and adherence to regulation\n, • Act as a catalyst for finance transformation and process improvement initiatives, adoption of AI enablement and streamlining of business-as-usual areas\n, • Leadership position within the finance function, deputising for the CFO and comfortable with a likely progression to direct team management\n\n \n About your experience \n\n • Fully qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA), this role would suit a candidate trained through practice but all prior experience considered\n, • Experience within partnership accounts, either gained in house or through practice audit/preparation is advantageous\n, • Ability to take ownership and responsibility of the accounting function, you will initially be seen as a Senior Leader with a likely route to direct team management\n, • Breadth of experience across statutory accounting and compliance, tax, treasury and reporting\n\n Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data:

\n Senior Site Manager / Project Manager \n Location: Oxford Salary: £67,000 - £78,000 DOE + Car Allowance + Bonus + Benefits \n Hays Construction are partnering with a highly respected regional main contractor with a strong presence across Oxfordshire, Berkshire and the wider Thames Valley. With a secured pipeline of work and a reputation for delivering complex projects across the commercial, life sciences, education and advanced manufacturing sectors, they are looking to appoint a Senior Site Manager / Project Manager to join the team on a flagship £40m development in Oxford. \n Unlike many roles where you're moved from project to project, this position offers genuine long-term prospects within the region. The business has a healthy forward order book and is committed to developing and retaining its staff, providing clear progression routes and stability for the right individual. \n The Project \n This landmark £40m scheme combines the refurbishment and transformation of existing buildings alongside the construction of new state-of-the-art facilities within a live and technically complex environment. \n The project features: \n\n • Extensive refurbishment works\n, • New build construction\n, • Complex logistics and phased delivery\n, • Significant M&E integration\n, • High-specification internal finishes\n, • Multi-disciplinary subcontractor coordination\n, • Live environment challenges\n, • Long-term programme providing continuity and stability\n\n This is the type of project that offers variety, technical challenge and the opportunity to make a genuine impact on the success of the development. \n The Opportunity \n Reporting into the Project Manager, you will become a key member of the site leadership team with significant responsibility and autonomy. The successful candidate will play a major role in the day-to-day delivery of the project, helping drive programme, quality and safety targets while coordinating multiple subcontractors and work packages across the scheme. \n Key responsibilities include: \n\n • Managing day-to-day site operations\n, • Driving programme and production targets\n, • Coordinating subcontractors across multiple work fronts\n, • Managing structural, envelope and internal fit-out packages\n, • Maintaining high standards of health, safety and quality\n, • Leading site meetings and progress reviews\n, • Resolving technical and operational challenges\n, • Liaising with consultants, design teams and client representatives\n, • Assisting with project planning and sequencing\n, • Supporting overall delivery strategy\n, • Mentoring and developing junior members of the site team\n\n About the Business \n The company has built an outstanding reputation for delivering complex projects throughout the Thames Valley and South-East regions. \n Their portfolio includes projects within: \n\n • Life Sciences\n, • Commercial Offices\n, • Education\n, • Healthcare\n, • Research & Development\n, • Advanced Manufacturing\n\n With projects typically ranging from £20m to £50m+, they continue to secure repeat business from a loyal client base and offer employees genuine long-term career opportunities rather than short-term project assignments. \n The business is recognised for promoting from within, developing talent and maintaining a positive, collaborative culture across all levels of the organisation. \n What We're Looking For \n\n • Proven experience as a Senior Site Manager or Project Manager with a main contractor\n, • Track record delivering projects valued in excess of £20m\n, • Experience on both refurbishment and new build projects\n, • Strong understanding of structural works, building envelope and internal fit-out packages\n, • Experience managing multiple subcontractors and complex programmes\n, • Excellent leadership and communication skills\n, • Ability to maintain programme whilst delivering quality and safety standards\n, • Proactive and solutions-focused approach to project delivery\n, • SMSTS, CSCS and First Aid qualifications\n\n Experience within life sciences, healthcare, research facilities or other technically complex environments would be advantageous, but is not essential. \n Salary & Benefits \n\n • £67,000 - £78,000 basic salary DOE\n, • Car allowance\n, • Annual bonus\n, • Pension contribution\n, • Private healthcare\n, • Life assurance\n, • Ongoing professional development\n, • Clear progression opportunities\n, • Long-term regional work with minimal travel outside the Thames Valley and Oxfordshire area\n\n How to Apply \n If you would like to discuss this opportunity in confidence, please apply below or contact James Mitchell at Hays Construction, Southampton. \n \n \n 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 hays.co.uk

Private Client Tax Senior Manager | 12 Partner Firm | Worcestershire / West Midlands Are you an ambitious Private Client and Trust Tax specialist looking to lead a dedicated team within one of the region's fastest-growing independent firms Do you thrive on delivering high-level Inheritance Tax, Trust, and CGT advisory while taking direct ownership of team growth, client relationships, and service delivery If you are seeking a highly visible, progressive position working closely with Partners, this opportunity offers the perfect platform to shape your career and elevate a key service line. About the Firm This leading Independent Firm of Accountants has grown to over 150 employees, establishing an outstanding reputation for delivering integrated tax, audit, and strategic advisory services. Combining market-leading technical capability with a forward-thinking, collaborative environment, the practice continues to expand its footprint rapidly across the Midlands. Responsibilities • Lead, coach, and develop the specialist Private Client & Trust Services team, overseeing workflow, WIP, billing, recoveries, and performance appraisals., • Deliver high-level advisory solutions covering Trusts, Inheritance Tax (IHT), Capital Gains Tax (CGT), offshore structures, and international tax matters., • Oversee and lead the Personal and Trust Tax compliance framework, maintaining overall review and sign-off authority for complex returns., • Ensure full departmental compliance across 60-day CGT Returns, the Trust Registration Service (TRS), Trust IHT Returns, and CRS reporting., • Act as a senior point of contact for HMRC, external professional advisers, and high-net-worth clients, managing complex tax risks proactively., • Drive business development initiatives, networking, and technical content generation to support regional market growth. As a Private Client Tax Senior Manager you will: • Utilize specialist tax and accountancy software (such as CCH or Digita) to manage department compliance and reporting efficiently., • Maintain an individual personal chargeability target of 70% utilisation., • Target and maintain 80% recovery on compliance engagements and 100% recovery on high-value advisory projects., • Work directly alongside Partners to shape long-term business development, talent retention, and team recruitment strategy., • Identify cross-selling opportunities across wider service lines including corporate tax, wealth management, and technology transformation. What You'll Receive • Flexible working options including core hours and hybrid office/remote working arrangements., • Private medical cover options available upon joining., • Employer pension contributions included as part of a comprehensive benefits package., • Direct path to leadership with structured progression reviews toward Director/Partner level., • Full support and study/membership coverage for relevant professional qualifications and professional bodies. At Austin Rose, we specialise in Public Practice recruitment and use our market insight to support professionals in securing roles aligned with their long-term ambitions. #publicpractice #taxtalent #privateclienttax #trusttax JBRP1_UKTJ

Strategic ER | Enterprise Customer Success | Data & Insight | ARR Growth Turn Employee Relations Expertise Into Measurable Customer Value. Can you combine credible Employee Relations expertise with commercial Customer Success capability? Are you confident advising HR Directors and senior People leaders, using ER data and insight to identify challenges, shape improvements and demonstrate measurable value? Have you successfully grown customer ARR through strategic upselling and cross-selling? At AdviserPlus, we're looking for two Strategic ER Customer Success Managers to become trusted partners to some of the UK's best-known employers. This is a commercially focused Customer Success role where Employee Relations is your subject-matter expertise – giving you the opportunity to use your wider strategic, analytical, relationship-building and commercial skills far beyond transactional, reactive ER support. Ready to turn your ER expertise into strategic influence, measurable customer value and commercial growth? We'd love to hear from you. The Role at a Glance ER Customer Success Manager (in-house title) Remote Working | Occasional Travel to Ellesmere Port, Cheshire and Client Sites £50,454 – £65,454 37.5 Hours per Week | Flexible Working Between 8am–7pm, Monday–Friday Reporting to: Head of Customer Success Pedigree: UK's Leading Provider of HR Technology, Consulting and Advisory Services Clients Include: Starbucks, Currys, Network Rail, Maximus, Wickes, Sainsbury's, United Utilities, Sage and more Your Background / Skills: Employee Relations, Enterprise Customer Success, Strategic Account Management, HR Technology, UK Employment Law, ARR Growth, Upsell, Cross-Sell, Data and Insight, Strategic HR Qualification: CIPD Level 5+ or equivalent About AdviserPlus AdviserPlus helps organisations unlock the full potential of their people through award-winning HR technology, consultancy and advisory services. Combining cloud technology, data insight and genuine HR expertise, we help some of the UK's largest employers simplify Employee Relations, reduce people risk and create better workplace outcomes. Our award-winning SaaS platform, empower®, alongside our consultancy and advisory services, gives customers the technology, expertise and insight to manage ER with greater confidence, consistency and efficiency. The Opportunity You'll own and grow a portfolio of enterprise customers across our outsourced Employee Relations, HR software and combined service offerings. Your role is to get closer to each customer's strategic people agenda – understanding their priorities, pain points and future plans so that AdviserPlus can provide the right support at the right time. By building trusted relationships with HR Directors, CPOs and senior People leaders, you'll uncover upcoming organisational change, people risk and ER challenges early. This could include restructures, redundancy programmes, policy change, complex case management, ER transformation and wider people initiatives. You'll combine credible ER expertise, customer data and commercial judgement to identify problems, shape solutions and demonstrate measurable improvement. Beyond retention, you'll spot and convert genuine opportunities to grow accounts through relevant software, advisory, consultancy and professional services. This is about more than keeping customers happy. It's about knowing their organisation, anticipating what's coming and turning insight into action, value and sustainable ARR growth. Where You'll Add Value • Build trusted strategic relationships with HR Directors, CPOs, ER leaders and senior enterprise stakeholders., • Stay close to customers' strategic agendas, organisational priorities and emerging people challenges., • Surface upcoming restructures, redundancy programmes, policy changes, complex ER issues and transformation projects early., • Develop Customer Success Plans aligned with each customer's people strategy, ER priorities and commercial objectives., • Use ER data, workforce trends and customer insight to identify risk, improvement opportunities and additional value., • Translate insight into clear plans, measurable outcomes and meaningful strategic recommendations., • Lead Quarterly and Annual Service Reviews that influence action, not simply report activity., • Recommend the right combination of technology, advisory, consultancy and professional services., • Identify and convert strategic upsell and cross-sell opportunities to grow ARR., • Monitor customer health, adoption and ER trends to manage risk proactively and strengthen retention., • Apply sound ER judgement and UK employment law knowledge within a commercial, customer-facing environment., • Partner with Sales, Product, Marketing, Professional Services and Support to deliver joined-up customer outcomes., • Drive retention, Net Revenue Retention and sustainable account growth. About You You understand Employee Relations deeply enough to see beyond individual cases. You can spot patterns, challenge thinking and help customers make longer-term, measurable improvements. You're also commercially astute. You know how to turn trusted relationships and genuine customer insight into relevant solutions, stronger partnerships and account growth. You'll likely bring: • 5+ years' experience within Employee Relations, HR or People Advisory, ideally combined with Customer Success, Account Management or another client-facing role within B2B SaaS or Professional Services., • CIPD Level 5+ or equivalent, supported by credible ER advisory experience., • Strong knowledge of UK employment law and ER best practice, with the judgement to apply it commercially., • A proven track record of retaining customers and growing ARR through strategic upselling and cross-selling., • Experience using HR or ER data to identify issues, drive continuous improvement and measure outcomes., • The credibility and executive presence to advise, present to and influence HR Directors, CPOs and senior People leaders., • Strong commercial judgement and the ability to translate ER expertise into customer value and revenue growth., • Excellent communication, presentation, negotiation and stakeholder management skills., • Strong analytical, problem-solving and data-driven decision-making capability., • The ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively across teams., • Experience with Customer Success platforms such as Gainsight or ChurnZero, and CRM tools such as Salesforce or HubSpot. Why Join AdviserPlus? • Work strategically with some of the UK's best-known enterprise employers., • Join a leading HR technology and advisory business where genuine ER expertise matters., • Remote-first working with flexibility built into the role., • £50,454 – £65,454 salary., • Pension Scheme and Life Assurance., • Health Cashback Plan and Employee Assistance Programme., • Holiday Purchase Scheme., • Professional Qualification Support and Membership Contributions., • Volunteering Days and Long Service Awards., • Career development within a growing, award-winning business. Apply Now If you can combine strategic ER expertise, enterprise-level customer relationships and proven commercial growth, we'd love to hear from you. Join AdviserPlus and help some of the UK's largest employers anticipate people challenges, improve Employee Relations and turn insight into measurable, lasting value. Apply now. Application notice: We take your privacy seriously. As you might expect, you may be contacted by email, text or telephone. Your data is processed by our talent partner, RR (Recruitment Revolution), on the basis of its legitimate interests in fulfilling the recruitment process. Please refer to its Data Privacy Policy and Notice on the RR website for further details. JBRP1_UKTJ

Audi Used Car Area Manager - Scotland Location: Field Based - Scotland Salary: £45-50K DOE + 20% discretionary bonus Contract: Full-time, permanent Do you want to boost the future towards a safe, secure and sustainable world At DEKRA we deal with future topics in every field of work: from vehicle inspection to cyber security, from product testing to clean energies or from automated driving to artificial intelligence. We anticipate technical developments early on and drive industry transformation as thought leaders. For the exciting tasks that lie ahead we are looking for skilled and passionate people who want to grow and achieve their best in a global team. Enthusiasts wanting to do meaningful work and to make a contribution as a trusted partner for our clients and for society. People like you. A Day in the Life and the Impact You'll Make: As an Audi Used Car Area Manager, you'll work across approximately 25 retailers throughout Scotland, helping used car departments improve sales performance, quality and customer experience. Working closely with retailer management teams and Audi field colleagues, you'll analyse performance data, identify opportunities for improvement and agree SMART action plans that deliver measurable results. You'll build strong relationships across the retailer network, coach and support teams, and ensure retailers remain aligned with Audi's short, medium and long-term objectives. With a field-based role and a varied network of retailers, no two days will be the same as you work to drive professionalism, performance and continuous improvement across the Audi used car network. What You'll Do: • Build strong relationships with Audi retailers and field teams, using KPI analysis and diagnostic meetings to identify opportunities to improve used car sales and quality., • Assess and improve key areas of used car performance, including stock profile, vehicle preparation and presentation, customer enquiries, lead generation, handovers and follow-up., • Create, implement and review SMART action plans, prioritising retailers with the greatest opportunities for improvement while maintaining effective relationships across the wider network., • Conduct retailer visits, producing concise reports and providing coaching and guidance to support improved customer service, sales quality and operational performance., • Work collaboratively with Audi and DEKRA teams to identify process improvements, share best practice and support the delivery of departmental standards, efficiency and profitability. What You'll Bring: • Experience working effectively with a diverse range of stakeholders within a retailer or automotive environment., • A strong understanding of the core processes required to deliver excellence in used car sales., • The ability to analyse business performance and demonstrate practical commercial and financial awareness., • Strong coaching and influencing skills, with the ability to develop the capability of stakeholders within retailer businesses., • A good understanding of used car marketing strategies and how these can support retailer performance., • Excellent communication, organisation and relationship-building skills., • The confidence to work independently in a field-based role and manage priorities across a number of retailer sites., • Good numeracy, literacy and IT skills. Nice to Have: • Experience identifying and capitalising on commercial opportunities within local or national automotive markets., • Previous experience working within a franchised automotive retailer or manufacturer environment., • Experience in a field-based performance improvement, consultancy, coaching or account management role. What You'll Receive for the Value You Bring: • 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, • Holiday buy and sell scheme, • Private health insurance, • Pension contribution, • Employee referral scheme, • Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme, • Eye test vouchers, • Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) Let's create a safer world today. Apply now and join a team that values your expertise and passion. At DEKRA we value your unique experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds. We are committed to an inclusive workplace for all team members. No agencies please. JBRP1_UKTJ

Our client Scottish Power are looking for a Security Operations Lead for an initial 12 month contract role, which will in all likelihood extend further. This is based at the client offices in Glasgow, working hybrid, 3 days in the office. SP Energy Networks (SPEN) has kicked off an ambitious security transformation programme to transparently reduce risk, achieve compliance with NIS regulations and deliver a cyber resilient business, the Security Operations Lead will be essential in achieving our goals. The Security Operations Lead will be a subject matter expert on security incident detection and response. They will drive continuous improvement across the outsourced SOC and in-house SOC teams of analysts and engineers. Youll have experience of configuring SIEM tools, onboarding sources, writing processes and alerts, understanding business environments and managing incidents affecting applications and infrastructure across a varied technology stack spanning operational technology and information technology environments. You'll also be able to undertake post incident reviews to identify root causes and put follow-up mitigations in place. The postholder will work within a security operations team containing various cyber security functions such as threat intelligence, identity & access management, response & recovery and vulnerability management. What Youll be doing · Support the Security Operations Manager in the running of BAU activities · Implement and maintain 3rd line security incident / event management, escalation and technical response process and investigate suspected and actual incidents / events. Acting as a key escalation point in the team to the relevant team/individual · Design, implement, manage, monitor, and upgrade security measures for the protections of the information systems and networks · Identify and feedback any potential improvements from a cyber perspective to OT systems and infrastructure · Ensuring incident identification, assessment, quantification, reporting, communication, mitigation and monitoring · Ensuring compliance to policy, process, and procedure adherence and process improvisation to achieve operational objectives · Revise and develop processes to strengthen the current Security Operations Framework · Review policies and highlight the challenges in managing SLAs · Ensuring daily management, administration & maintenance of security technology to achieve operational effectiveness · Ensure the orchestration and integration of security services and platforms to maximise its usage and coverage · The role will be integrated into an active and ambitious global cyber security function, contributing to SPEN's cyber security purpose of delivering cyber resilient OT and IT, to enable a safe and reliable electricity supply to customers What Youll bring · Skills and experience in understanding at a technical level security operations. · Awareness of key legislation and regulation impacting IT/OT General Control requirements in an energy utility. · Experience in working within a SOC. · Record of academic achievement, including some form of recognised qualification from further education, such as a degree or diploma. · Good oral and written communication skills. · Must be a proven team player to work, promote and consolidate efficient team working relationships. JBRP1_UKTJ

Managed Service Provider in the Glasgow area Hybrid role My client is seeking an accomplished Technical IT Project Manager to lead the delivery of complex technology and business transformation initiatives across the organisation's infrastructure. The successful candidate will oversee multiple projects from initiation through to successful implementation, ensuring delivery in accordance with agreed scope, budget, timescales and business outcomes. The role will include collaborating with business stakeholders, technical teams and external suppliers to promote delivery excellence while upholding robust governance and risk-management standards. There will be a strong emphasis on stakeholder engagement with the proven ability to operate effectively within complex technical and organisational environments. Responsibilities will include managing technology projects aligned with the organisation's business and strategic objectives. Key responsibilities will include: Managing projects throughout the full delivery lifecycle Discovery and business-case development to implementation, operational transition and benefits realisation. Project planning, delivery schedules, budgets, resource plans and governance documentation. Overseeing cross-functional project teams comprising business stakeholders, technical specialists and third-party suppliers. Project-governance, steering groups, project boards and formal status reporting. Managing and mitigating risks throughout the project lifecycle. Establishing relationships with stakeholders at all organisational levels ensuring clear, timely and effective communication throughout delivery. Supplier and delivery-partner performance to ensure fulfilment of contractual obligations and agreed delivery commitments. Driving delivery against agreed outcomes Continuous improvement of project delivery practices, governance standards Ensuring solutions are delivered in alignment with enterprise architecture, security, service management, and operational support requirements. The successful candidate will demonstrate: • A proven track record of successfully delivering technology-focused projects, with experience managing medium- to large-scale technical initiatives across infrastructure, cloud, applications, data, and digital transformation., • Skilled in working with third-party partners and managing supplier relationships, with the ability to lead cross-functional teams and engage diverse stakeholders., • Strong written, verbal, and presentation skills, including presenting to senior leadership and steering committees., • Expertise in managing project budgets and financial reporting., • Hands-on experience with hybrid delivery methods, and well-versed in risk, issue, dependency, and change management., • Proficient in tools like Microsoft Project, Azure DevOps, and the Microsoft 365 suite. Please send your CV to me, Martin Warner, and I will get back to you as soon as possible JBRP1_UKTJ

Robert Half are working in exclusive partnership with an established and growing consultancy based in Oxford to recruit a Senior Finance Manager on a part-time basis (22.5 hours). This is a permanent position created due to internal promotion, a great opportunity to join an established firm in a role offering progression and development. This is as a part-time position (22.5 hours) with ownership as a senior leader and ability to grow in responsibility, you will come from a technical and controls background with an understanding of tax requirements and ability to provide leadership within a stable function. The Senior Finance Manager position will be paying in the region of £80,000 to £85,000 per annum (full time equivalent, pro rata to 22.5 hours) with hybrid working (1-2 days on site) and a great prospect for future development. Other benefits include salary sacrifice pension, PMI, company bonus scheme. Key responsibilities include Lead month end process for overall group and associated entities Lead the year end close process ensuring robust controls and timely reporting alongside being key liaison with the auditors Own and drive continuous improvement within financial reporting and controls processes Preparation of statutory financial statements across the group and international entities Oversee group tax return preparation and submission alongside managing external relationships Key advisor to the business in areas of tax compliance and technical guidance, ensuring mitigation of risk and adherence to regulation Act as a catalyst for finance transformation and process improvement initiatives, adoption of AI enablement and streamlining of business-as-usual areas Leadership position within the finance function, deputising for the CFO and comfortable with a likely progression to direct team management About your experience Fully qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA), this role would suit a candidate trained through practice but all prior experience considered Experience within partnership accounts, either gained in house or through practice audit/preparation is advantageous Ability to take ownership and responsibility of the accounting function, you will initially be seen as a Senior Leader with a likely route to direct team management Breadth of experience across statutory accounting and compliance, tax, treasury and reporting Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice. TPBN1_UKTJ

Senior Site Manager / Project Manager Location: Oxford Salary: £67,000 - £78,000 DOE + Car Allowance + Bonus + Benefits Hays Construction are partnering with a highly respected regional main contractor with a strong presence across Oxfordshire, Berkshire and the wider Thames Valley. With a secured pipeline of work and a reputation for delivering complex projects across the commercial, life sciences, education and advanced manufacturing sectors, they are looking to appoint a Senior Site Manager / Project Manager to join the team on a flagship £40m development in Oxford. Unlike many roles where you're moved from project to project, this position offers genuine long-term prospects within the region. The business has a healthy forward order book and is committed to developing and retaining its staff, providing clear progression routes and stability for the right individual. The Project This landmark £40m scheme combines the refurbishment and transformation of existing buildings alongside the construction of new state-of-the-art facilities within a live and technically complex environment. The project features: Extensive refurbishment works New build construction Complex logistics and phased delivery Significant M&E integration High-specification internal finishes Multi-disciplinary subcontractor coordination Live environment challenges Long-term programme providing continuity and stability This is the type of project that offers variety, technical challenge and the opportunity to make a genuine impact on the success of the development. The Opportunity Reporting into the Project Manager, you will become a key member of the site leadership team with significant responsibility and autonomy. The successful candidate will play a major role in the day-to-day delivery of the project, helping drive programme, quality and safety targets while coordinating multiple subcontractors and work packages across the scheme. Key responsibilities include: Managing day-to-day site operations Driving programme and production targets Coordinating subcontractors across multiple work fronts Managing structural, envelope and internal fit-out packages Maintaining high standards of health, safety and quality Leading site meetings and progress reviews Resolving technical and operational challenges Liaising with consultants, design teams and client representatives Assisting with project planning and sequencing Supporting overall delivery strategy Mentoring and developing junior members of the site team About the Business The company has built an outstanding reputation for delivering complex projects throughout the Thames Valley and South-East regions. Their portfolio includes projects within: Life Sciences Commercial Offices Education Healthcare Research & Development Advanced Manufacturing With projects typically ranging from £20m to £50m+, they continue to secure repeat business from a loyal client base and offer employees genuine long-term career opportunities rather than short-term project assignments. The business is recognised for promoting from within, developing talent and maintaining a positive, collaborative culture across all levels of the organisation. What We're Looking For Proven experience as a Senior Site Manager or Project Manager with a main contractor Track record delivering projects valued in excess of £20m Experience on both refurbishment and new build projects Strong understanding of structural works, building envelope and internal fit-out packages Experience managing multiple subcontractors and complex programmes Excellent leadership and communication skills Ability to maintain programme whilst delivering quality and safety standards Proactive and solutions-focused approach to project delivery SMSTS, CSCS and First Aid qualifications Experience within life sciences, healthcare, research facilities or other technically complex environments would be advantageous, but is not essential. Salary & Benefits £67,000 - £78,000 basic salary DOE Car allowance Annual bonus Pension contribution Private healthcare Life assurance Ongoing professional development Clear progression opportunities Long-term regional work with minimal travel outside the Thames Valley and Oxfordshire area How to Apply If you would like to discuss this opportunity in confidence, please apply below or contact James Mitchell at Hays Construction, Southampton . 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 hays.co.uk TPBN1_UKTJ

They’re looking for an experienced Programme Manager to take ownership of multiple complex, concurrent projects and workstreams within this transformation. This is a sizeable software and technology modernisation programme, so we’re looking for someone comfortable operating in technically comple

SR2 REC LTD in Oxford is recruiting a Technology Programme Manager to lead a sizeable technology transformation, guiding multiple complex projects and workstreams through a major modernisation. The role is remote/hybrid with 1-2 days onsite in Oxford, offering a salary between £85,000 and £100,000

A leading energy consultancy in Oxford is seeking a proactive Change Manager to lead enterprise transformation initiatives.The role demands strong communication skills to develop change strategies and engage stakeholders across the business.Candidates should have experience in technology-enabled tra

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The Ellison Institute of Technology (EIT) Plant Biology Institute in Oxford is recruiting an experienced Vector Design Manager to lead design, build strategy, QC and release of transformation vectors and genome editing reagents for gene edited crops.

Senior Site Manager / Project Manager Location: Oxford Salary: £67,000 - £78,000 DOE + Car Allowance + Bonus + Benefits Hays Construction are partnering with a highly respected regional main contractor with a strong presence across Oxfordshire, Berkshire and the wider Thames Valley. With a secured pipeline of work and a reputation for delivering complex projects across the commercial, life sciences, education and advanced manufacturing sectors, they are looking to appoint a Senior Site Manager / Project Manager to join the team on a flagship £40m development in Oxford. Unlike many roles where you're moved from project to project, this position offers genuine long-term prospects within the region. The business has a healthy forward order book and is committed to developing and retaining its staff, providing clear progression routes and stability for the right individual. The Project This landmark £40m scheme combines the refurbishment and transformation of existing buildings alongside the construction of new state-of-the-art facilities within a live and technically complex environment. The project features: Extensive refurbishment works New build construction Complex logistics and phased delivery Significant M&E integration High-specification internal finishes Multi-disciplinary subcontractor coordination Live environment challenges Long-term programme providing continuity and stabilityThis is the type of project that offers variety, technical challenge and the opportunity to make a genuine impact on the success of the development. The Opportunity Reporting into the Project Manager, you will become a key member of the site leadership team with significant responsibility and autonomy. The successful candidate will play a major role in the day-to-day delivery of the project, helping drive programme, quality and safety targets while coordinating multiple subcontractors and work packages across the scheme. Key responsibilities include: Managing day-to-day site operations Driving programme and production targets Coordinating subcontractors across multiple work fronts Managing structural, envelope and internal fit-out packages Maintaining high standards of health, safety and quality Leading site meetings and progress reviews Resolving technical and operational challenges Liaising with consultants, design teams and client representatives Assisting with project planning and sequencing Supporting overall delivery strategy Mentoring and developing junior members of the site team About the Business The company has built an outstanding reputation for delivering complex projects throughout the Thames Valley and South-East regions. Their portfolio includes projects within: Life Sciences Commercial Offices Education Healthcare Research & Development Advanced ManufacturingWith projects typically ranging from £20m to £50m+, they continue to secure repeat business from a loyal client base and offer employees genuine long-term career opportunities rather than short-term project assignments. The business is recognised for promoting from within, developing talent and maintaining a positive, collaborative culture across all levels of the organisation. What We're Looking For Proven experience as a Senior Site Manager or Project Manager with a main contractor Track record delivering projects valued in excess of £20m Experience on both refurbishment and new build projects Strong understanding of structural works, building envelope and internal fit-out packages Experience managing multiple subcontractors and complex programmes Excellent leadership and communication skills Ability to maintain programme whilst delivering quality and safety standards Proactive and solutions-focused approach to project delivery SMSTS, CSCS and First Aid qualificationsExperience within life sciences, healthcare, research facilities or other technically complex environments would be advantageous, but is not essential. Salary & Benefits £67,000 - £78,000 basic salary DOE Car allowance Annual bonus Pension contribution Private healthcare Life assurance Ongoing professional development Clear progression opportunities Long-term regional work with minimal travel outside the Thames Valley and Oxfordshire area How to Apply If you would like to discuss this opportunity in confidence, please apply below or contact James Mitchell at Hays Construction, Southampton. 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)

Cloud Engineer | Abingdon | up to £55,000pa plus bonus | 1 day onsite per week: MARS has partnered a global consultancy to hire in a permanent Cloud Engineer to join a talented IT function. This strategic delivery partners work, spans both private and public enterprises on a global basis, delivering real impactful change, improvements and transformation for their clients. With an amazing company culture and values, this business really puts its staff at the forefront of what they do. This Cloud Engineer role is the delivery engine of the organisations Cloud function. Working to designs and standards set by the Cloud Operations Manager, this role is responsible for building, deploying, and maintaining the cloud infrastructure that powers both internal operations and its client-facing project delivery. My client’s cloud function operates with a code-first, automation-first philosophy. That means the Cloud Engineer is expected to build and manage infrastructure through code, using (not limited to) Bicep, PowerShell, and Azure CLI as standard tools of the role. The Cloud Engineer will play a critical role in ensuring consistent, reliable, and secure cloud operations at scale. Our client is looking for a Cloud Engineer with the following skills: Good level of experience working within a Microsoft Azure cloud environment. Microsoft Azure Certifications: o Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate (AZ-104) o Microsoft Certified: Azure Fundamentals (AZ-900) o Microsoft Certified: Security, Compliance, and Identity Fundamentals (SC-900) o Microsoft Certified: Azure AI Fundamentals (AI-900) Practical experience with infrastructure-as-code: working knowledge of Bicep for deploying and managing Azure resources. This is a core expectation of the role, not a nice-to-have. Scripting proficiency: regular use of PowerShell and Azure CLI for automation, configuration, and operational tasks. Experienced deploying virtualised infrastructure environments including compute, virtualisation, storage, and security. Experience with security vulnerability management and remediation. Experience administrating Microsoft environments such as Windows Server and SQL Server. Familiarity with ITSM tooling and service desk processes. Experience working within or toward ISO 27001 and/or Cyber Essentials Plus certified environments. Excellent collaboration and communication skills. Our client is offering a highly competitive salary and generous benefits package includes: Life Assurance, Income Protection, pension contributions and 27 days holiday (not including bank holidays). They also operate a profit share scheme so that our people share in the success of the business. The profit share bonus is based on company performance and typically paid out in March and September. Joining this impressive business also brings many social benefits. They have a full social calendar with Spring activity days, Christmas events, a 2-day Summer event and 4 sponsored weekends a year. If you’re a Cloud Engineer looking for a career defining opportunity with progression and development, then please drop Lee at MARS an application. MARS Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and positively welcomes applications from suitably qualified applicants regardless of race, colour, sex, marital status, national origin, religion, age, disability, or any other protected status. Suitable candidates for the role will be contacted within 3 working days, unfortunately if you haven’t heard back in this time your application has been unsuccessful at this time. MARS Recruitment is a specialist Engineering & IT recruiter working in partnership with companies across the UK and offers services of both an Employment Business (for Temporary/Contract roles) and an Employment Agency (for Permanent roles)

Your new company Oxfordshire County council's are working together on one of the most ambitious change programmes the county has ever seen. Through Local Government Reorganisation (LGR), they are creating three new unitary councils and building the foundations for the future of local services across Oxfordshire. The Head of Programme Management Office (PMO) Systems will be a key part of the journey. You'll lead the day-to-day delivery of the programme, turning strategic direction into practical action. You will build the PMO from scratch, define the programme governance, controls and reporting, provide the leadership and coordination needed to keep this ambitious programme moving forward at pace. Your new role You will establish the PMO then bring together the people, processes and information needed to deliver this programme successfully. You will sit on the implementation board for Oxfordshire and will need to establish relationships across multiple Council's at the highest levels to ensure transformation activity is aligned, realistic and future proof. PMO Leadership Establish and lead the system-wide PMO function from inception. Build PMO structures, standards, governance processes and reporting mechanisms. Develop and implement programme controls aligned to best practice. Create a culture of accountability, transparency and delivery excellence.Programme Planning & Controls Develop and maintain the integrated programme plan covering all LGR workstreams. Manage programme dependencies, milestones, risks, assumptions and interdependencies. Establish robust critical path management and delivery tracking. Implement programme dashboards, KPIs and executive reporting.Governance & Assurance Lead programme governance activities across Boards, Steering Groups and Executive forums. Provide Secretariat support to implementation and governance boards. Ensure all programme decisions, actions and approvals are auditable. Coordinate assurance reviews and readiness assessments.Stakeholder Management Build effective relationships across multiple councils and partner organisations. Work closely with HR, Finance, DDaT, Communications, Legal and Transformation leads. Operate as a neutral and trusted advisor across the wider system. Influence senior stakeholders to drive delivery outcomes.Delivery Support Support the overall Programme Director and leadership team. Provide operational leadership across programme teams. Coordinate programme managers and specialist planning resources. Ensure consistency of delivery methodologies across workstreams.What you'll need to succeed We are seeking candidates who can demonstrate: Significant experience leading large-scale PMOs within local government or the wider public sector. Previous experience supporting or delivering Local Government Reorganisation (LGR), devolution, major shared service programmes or complex public sector transformation. Experience operating at Executive, Board and political governance level. Proven track record of establishing PMO functions in complex environments. Expertise in programme governance, planning, reporting and assurance. Experience managing multiple stakeholders across large, matrix organisations. Strong understanding of public sector governance and decision-making structures. Ability to rapidly build credibility and influence with senior leaders.What you'll get in return This is one of the highest-profile interim opportunities currently available within UK local government transformation. Key attractions of the role include: Lead a nationally significant LGR programme across a system involving seven councils, helping shape future local government arrangements across Oxfordshire and West Berkshire. Build a PMO from the ground up. The programme leadership has identified that a functioning PMO is not yet established, creating a rare opportunity to design governance, planning, reporting and delivery controls from inception. Operate at Executive level. The role will work directly with senior governance groups, implementation boards, Chief Officers and professional leads, acting as a strategic operational leader rather than a traditional PMO manager. Influence major organisational change. The successful candidate will help shape how future councils are created, bringing together workstreams spanning digital, data and technology, HR, finance, governance and service transformation. Visible and career-defining assignment. Oxfordshire's reorganisation programme is expected to run through the implementation period, providing the opportunity to leave a lasting legacy and significantly strengthen a portfolio of public-sector transformation delivery. Strong financial package. Programme discussions identified an indicative market rate of approximately £800-£900 per day, positioning the role at the upper end of the interim local government market Inside IR35. Hybrid working model. Approximately half of working time is expected on-site and half remote, enabling close stakeholder engagement while retaining flexibilityWhat 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. 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)

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