IT Service Desk Analyst - Surrey (Hybrid, Permanent) Salary: £34,000-£43,000 Immediate Start We are seeking a skilled and customer-focused IT Service Desk Analyst to join our busy IT team in Surrey. This permanent role offers a hybrid working model and the opportunity to support IT services across a dynamic environment, delivering excellent technical support and ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction. Key Responsibilities: Provide first-class IT support to end users, including incident management, request fulfilment, and troubleshooting hardware/software issues. Deliver support for Windows 11, Microsoft Office/Office 365, Active Directory, SCCM patching, and account administration. Log, categorise, prioritise, and resolve incidents in line with ITIL best practices and Service Level Agreements. Collaborate with colleagues, third parties, and other teams to resolve issues efficiently. Participate in Change Management, Problem Management, and project work as required. Maintain accurate documentation, asset management, and regulatory compliance (SOX). Support office moves, technical upgrades, and the development of productivity tools such as Microsoft Power Apps. Contribute to continuous improvement of IT processes and service delivery. Requirements: 5+ years' Service Desk or IT support experience in a busy environment. Strong knowledge of ITIL processes and practical application. Proven expertise in Windows 11 support, Office 365, SCCM, and PC hardware/software troubleshooting. Experience with Active Directory, remote support tools, and maintaining technical documentation. Excellent customer service, communication, and collaboration skills. Ability to work flexible hours, including a weekly rotated shift pattern, occasional Saturdays, and on-call Sundays. Experience in Financial Services is highly desirable. Benefits: Competitive salary (£34k-£43k) Permanent, immediate start Hybrid working model Opportunities for career development and skills enhancement
Sep 07, 2025
Full time
IT Service Desk Analyst - Surrey (Hybrid, Permanent) Salary: £34,000-£43,000 Immediate Start We are seeking a skilled and customer-focused IT Service Desk Analyst to join our busy IT team in Surrey. This permanent role offers a hybrid working model and the opportunity to support IT services across a dynamic environment, delivering excellent technical support and ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction. Key Responsibilities: Provide first-class IT support to end users, including incident management, request fulfilment, and troubleshooting hardware/software issues. Deliver support for Windows 11, Microsoft Office/Office 365, Active Directory, SCCM patching, and account administration. Log, categorise, prioritise, and resolve incidents in line with ITIL best practices and Service Level Agreements. Collaborate with colleagues, third parties, and other teams to resolve issues efficiently. Participate in Change Management, Problem Management, and project work as required. Maintain accurate documentation, asset management, and regulatory compliance (SOX). Support office moves, technical upgrades, and the development of productivity tools such as Microsoft Power Apps. Contribute to continuous improvement of IT processes and service delivery. Requirements: 5+ years' Service Desk or IT support experience in a busy environment. Strong knowledge of ITIL processes and practical application. Proven expertise in Windows 11 support, Office 365, SCCM, and PC hardware/software troubleshooting. Experience with Active Directory, remote support tools, and maintaining technical documentation. Excellent customer service, communication, and collaboration skills. Ability to work flexible hours, including a weekly rotated shift pattern, occasional Saturdays, and on-call Sundays. Experience in Financial Services is highly desirable. Benefits: Competitive salary (£34k-£43k) Permanent, immediate start Hybrid working model Opportunities for career development and skills enhancement
Human Capital Ventures
Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire
Our Client, a leading, fast-growing global financial services group, seeks a 2nd Line IT Support SME to join its centralised IT function. Supporting a user base of over 15,000 staff, including senior executives and VIP users across multiple international offices, this position plays a critical role in dealing with escalations from the outsourced IT Service Desk and providing continuous service improvement activities. As a 2nd Line IT Support Analyst, you will be working closely with the third-party first-line team, providing them with knowledge articles to enhance their support capabilities. You will provide support and resolution to high-level 2nd line support escalations, then provide major incident support and problem management activities to perform root cause analysis and implement preventative measures to manage incidents through the ServiceNow ITSM. The successful candidate will be supporting the 3rd party provider and employees during core business hours (7 AM - 7 PM, Monday to Friday) in the office, as well as outside of core hours (7 PM - 2 AM, Monday to Friday) remotely on a rota basis. Additionally, you will support the business on weekends and bank holidays on a 24/7 rota, with voluntary on-call weekend shifts available for those who wish to take them. Additionally, once every week there is an evening shift from home (6 PM - 12 AM) with an offered added compensation. This is an exceptional opportunity to join a market-leading organization and be part of a dynamic and supportive team. Working in a large enterprise, you will have the chance to grow your network and gain exposure to a wide range of technologies and business functions. Responsibilities Provide 2nd-line to the offshore support team, primarily through remote and email-based assistance for employees worldwide. Monitor and enhance customer experience, collaborating with Unisys to achieve high First Contact Resolution (FCR) and Customer Satisfaction (CSAT) scores. Facilitate cross-team communication, ensuring unresolved IT issues are escalated and triaged promptly. Maintain and update Knowledge Base (KB) articles, serving as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) for relevant content. Offer executive user support to key stakeholders and senior management. Manage escalated incidents and requests via ServiceNow, ensuring timely resolution. Utilize advanced IT troubleshooting and analytical skills for issue diagnosis and support. Take ownership of unresolved issues, delegating tasks to appropriate teams as needed. Escalate wider-impacting support issues to the Service Desk Team Lead and Head of IT Support when necessary. Conduct advanced network troubleshooting and root cause analysis. Provide advanced support for mobile devices (Apple & Android) and Mac OS X. Administer Active Directory Users and Computers through ADMP and CoreView. Deliver expert-level support for Windows 10, Windows 11, and Microsoft products. Assist with ad-hoc support requests, including desk moves and desk-side support. Act as a Major Incident (MI) owner, ensuring adherence to the documented MI process. Skills and experience Possess strong technical skills in Windows Administration, Office365 admin, AzureAD Citrix, Intune, iOS, Azure. Knowledge of experience in ITSM ticketing systems ideally ServiceNow Strong knowledge of ITIL or preferably possess ITIL Foundation V3/V4 Strong background in Windows and Microsoft Office administration A good understanding of mobile devices, such as Apple smartphones and tablets Familiarity and comfort in using web conferencing and collaboration tools and applications such as Teams, Zoom, Whatsapp, Cisco Webex etc. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to think creatively and strategically. Strong communication skills, with the ability to clearly articulate technical issues to non-technical stakeholders. Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with a focus on achieving results. Location: Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire (Hybrid Remote 2 - 3 days per week in office) Status: Permanent, Full Time Salary: £30,000 - £35,000 per annum Benefits: Annual bonus programme, optional on-call, paid training and development, excellent holiday allowance, great pension, health, and life insurance more! Do not let this opportunity pass you by which could be the catalyst to your IT career offering fantastic prospects and well-paid positions. Please forward CV details for immediate consideration and interview.
Sep 06, 2025
Full time
Our Client, a leading, fast-growing global financial services group, seeks a 2nd Line IT Support SME to join its centralised IT function. Supporting a user base of over 15,000 staff, including senior executives and VIP users across multiple international offices, this position plays a critical role in dealing with escalations from the outsourced IT Service Desk and providing continuous service improvement activities. As a 2nd Line IT Support Analyst, you will be working closely with the third-party first-line team, providing them with knowledge articles to enhance their support capabilities. You will provide support and resolution to high-level 2nd line support escalations, then provide major incident support and problem management activities to perform root cause analysis and implement preventative measures to manage incidents through the ServiceNow ITSM. The successful candidate will be supporting the 3rd party provider and employees during core business hours (7 AM - 7 PM, Monday to Friday) in the office, as well as outside of core hours (7 PM - 2 AM, Monday to Friday) remotely on a rota basis. Additionally, you will support the business on weekends and bank holidays on a 24/7 rota, with voluntary on-call weekend shifts available for those who wish to take them. Additionally, once every week there is an evening shift from home (6 PM - 12 AM) with an offered added compensation. This is an exceptional opportunity to join a market-leading organization and be part of a dynamic and supportive team. Working in a large enterprise, you will have the chance to grow your network and gain exposure to a wide range of technologies and business functions. Responsibilities Provide 2nd-line to the offshore support team, primarily through remote and email-based assistance for employees worldwide. Monitor and enhance customer experience, collaborating with Unisys to achieve high First Contact Resolution (FCR) and Customer Satisfaction (CSAT) scores. Facilitate cross-team communication, ensuring unresolved IT issues are escalated and triaged promptly. Maintain and update Knowledge Base (KB) articles, serving as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) for relevant content. Offer executive user support to key stakeholders and senior management. Manage escalated incidents and requests via ServiceNow, ensuring timely resolution. Utilize advanced IT troubleshooting and analytical skills for issue diagnosis and support. Take ownership of unresolved issues, delegating tasks to appropriate teams as needed. Escalate wider-impacting support issues to the Service Desk Team Lead and Head of IT Support when necessary. Conduct advanced network troubleshooting and root cause analysis. Provide advanced support for mobile devices (Apple & Android) and Mac OS X. Administer Active Directory Users and Computers through ADMP and CoreView. Deliver expert-level support for Windows 10, Windows 11, and Microsoft products. Assist with ad-hoc support requests, including desk moves and desk-side support. Act as a Major Incident (MI) owner, ensuring adherence to the documented MI process. Skills and experience Possess strong technical skills in Windows Administration, Office365 admin, AzureAD Citrix, Intune, iOS, Azure. Knowledge of experience in ITSM ticketing systems ideally ServiceNow Strong knowledge of ITIL or preferably possess ITIL Foundation V3/V4 Strong background in Windows and Microsoft Office administration A good understanding of mobile devices, such as Apple smartphones and tablets Familiarity and comfort in using web conferencing and collaboration tools and applications such as Teams, Zoom, Whatsapp, Cisco Webex etc. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to think creatively and strategically. Strong communication skills, with the ability to clearly articulate technical issues to non-technical stakeholders. Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with a focus on achieving results. Location: Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire (Hybrid Remote 2 - 3 days per week in office) Status: Permanent, Full Time Salary: £30,000 - £35,000 per annum Benefits: Annual bonus programme, optional on-call, paid training and development, excellent holiday allowance, great pension, health, and life insurance more! Do not let this opportunity pass you by which could be the catalyst to your IT career offering fantastic prospects and well-paid positions. Please forward CV details for immediate consideration and interview.
Senior Project Manager As a business, we do flexible hybrid working. Our office locations are: Peterborough and Portsmouth. We have an excellent opportunity for a Senior Project Manager, who has experience working in an agile environment or a regulated environment to join our team! We re looking for talented individual to join a fast-paced, innovative environment who are leaders in the insurance industry. An understanding of project management for a technical department or previous experience working with third party partners and contracts would be advantageous. About the role A management position, responsible for the successful delivery of approved Projects from initiation through to completion. Projects led by Senior Project Managers tend to be large, complex and involve Stakeholder Management up to an including Executive and C-suite and level. Senior Project Managers may also manage multiple related projects concurrently. How will you do this? Joining our growing Change Directorate, you will use your experience in project management to deliver change at pace, whilst demonstrating innovative and efficient ways of working. You will ensure the safe delivery of change through engagement and collaboration with impacted business areas. We are looking for someone who is a good communicator, and a natural relationship builder who knows how to engage and influence effectively with internal and external stakeholders at all levels to support effective project delivery. Putting your project management experience to use, you will manage and execute a number of project processes and controls to ensure the effective governance and control of projects throughout their lifecycle. This includes finance and resourcing, planning, risk management, scope control, as well as benefits management and reporting. With a detail-oriented approach, you are able to report on complex project data in a simplified way for different audiences. Essential Skills/Experience Required: Experienced in leading medium to large projects. Experience managing third parties. Experience in a range of Delivery Methods (e.g. Waterfall / Agile at scale) to safely and efficiently deliver change. Experience in industry standard project management processes and controls financial control, resource management, risk & issue management, planning, change control, benefits management, reporting. Formal project management qualification. Experience working within the insurance or financial services industry (advantageous) Benefits Starting with 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) Opportunity for a yearly bonus Collaborative, fast paced working environment Hybrid Working Modern, vibrant offices If you are interested, please apply with your up-to-date CV or email (url removed) for more information.
Sep 06, 2025
Full time
Senior Project Manager As a business, we do flexible hybrid working. Our office locations are: Peterborough and Portsmouth. We have an excellent opportunity for a Senior Project Manager, who has experience working in an agile environment or a regulated environment to join our team! We re looking for talented individual to join a fast-paced, innovative environment who are leaders in the insurance industry. An understanding of project management for a technical department or previous experience working with third party partners and contracts would be advantageous. About the role A management position, responsible for the successful delivery of approved Projects from initiation through to completion. Projects led by Senior Project Managers tend to be large, complex and involve Stakeholder Management up to an including Executive and C-suite and level. Senior Project Managers may also manage multiple related projects concurrently. How will you do this? Joining our growing Change Directorate, you will use your experience in project management to deliver change at pace, whilst demonstrating innovative and efficient ways of working. You will ensure the safe delivery of change through engagement and collaboration with impacted business areas. We are looking for someone who is a good communicator, and a natural relationship builder who knows how to engage and influence effectively with internal and external stakeholders at all levels to support effective project delivery. Putting your project management experience to use, you will manage and execute a number of project processes and controls to ensure the effective governance and control of projects throughout their lifecycle. This includes finance and resourcing, planning, risk management, scope control, as well as benefits management and reporting. With a detail-oriented approach, you are able to report on complex project data in a simplified way for different audiences. Essential Skills/Experience Required: Experienced in leading medium to large projects. Experience managing third parties. Experience in a range of Delivery Methods (e.g. Waterfall / Agile at scale) to safely and efficiently deliver change. Experience in industry standard project management processes and controls financial control, resource management, risk & issue management, planning, change control, benefits management, reporting. Formal project management qualification. Experience working within the insurance or financial services industry (advantageous) Benefits Starting with 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) Opportunity for a yearly bonus Collaborative, fast paced working environment Hybrid Working Modern, vibrant offices If you are interested, please apply with your up-to-date CV or email (url removed) for more information.
We are working with Andover Mind , a charity that supports people with mental ill health in Andover, Basingstoke and Aldershot and the wider community. They are seeking a Head of Finance and Resource s to join the Senior Leadership team as they embark on a new three-year strategy for growth, sustainability and a wider range of support. The Head of Finance and Resources will lead the financial strategy, operations and finance-related governance of the charity, ensuring financial sustainability and effective stewardship of resources to achieve organisational goals. This is a business-critical leadership role, involving working closely with the Treasurer, CEO and Senior Leadership Team. The successful candidate will be a member of the Senior Management Team and expect to participate in top level strategy for the organisation. The role of Head of Finance and Resources is critical as it encompasses financial controls, reporting, analysis, budgeting and forecasting; business services: Human Resources, ICT and other systems optimisation, premises, Human Resources, contract oversight, supplier management and procurement as well as team management. The successful candidate will demonstrate the following: Financially qualified or significant QBE Proven experience in a senior finance role, ideally within the charity sector. Strong leadership and people management capabilities, ideally including people/HR functions Expertise in financial strategy, controls, budgeting, and forecasting. Advanced analytical skills with the ability to interpret and manage complex financial data. Excellent negotiation and relationship management skills. Knowledge of charity-specific financial regulations is a plus. This is a pivotal opportunity to lead a vital function in a values-driven organisation making a difference. If you re passionate about using your financial expertise to create lasting impact, we would love to hear from you. For more information, please contact Sandra Smith, Associate Director, Charisma Charity Recruitment. Your application should be submitted through the Charisma website and include your CV and supporting statement. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, colour, ethnicity, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, or other category protected by law. Closing date: 01/10/25
Sep 06, 2025
Full time
We are working with Andover Mind , a charity that supports people with mental ill health in Andover, Basingstoke and Aldershot and the wider community. They are seeking a Head of Finance and Resource s to join the Senior Leadership team as they embark on a new three-year strategy for growth, sustainability and a wider range of support. The Head of Finance and Resources will lead the financial strategy, operations and finance-related governance of the charity, ensuring financial sustainability and effective stewardship of resources to achieve organisational goals. This is a business-critical leadership role, involving working closely with the Treasurer, CEO and Senior Leadership Team. The successful candidate will be a member of the Senior Management Team and expect to participate in top level strategy for the organisation. The role of Head of Finance and Resources is critical as it encompasses financial controls, reporting, analysis, budgeting and forecasting; business services: Human Resources, ICT and other systems optimisation, premises, Human Resources, contract oversight, supplier management and procurement as well as team management. The successful candidate will demonstrate the following: Financially qualified or significant QBE Proven experience in a senior finance role, ideally within the charity sector. Strong leadership and people management capabilities, ideally including people/HR functions Expertise in financial strategy, controls, budgeting, and forecasting. Advanced analytical skills with the ability to interpret and manage complex financial data. Excellent negotiation and relationship management skills. Knowledge of charity-specific financial regulations is a plus. This is a pivotal opportunity to lead a vital function in a values-driven organisation making a difference. If you re passionate about using your financial expertise to create lasting impact, we would love to hear from you. For more information, please contact Sandra Smith, Associate Director, Charisma Charity Recruitment. Your application should be submitted through the Charisma website and include your CV and supporting statement. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, colour, ethnicity, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, or other category protected by law. Closing date: 01/10/25
The Vacancy OVERALL SUMMARY At Close Brothers we look to recruit individuals from all different backgrounds and encourage you to apply even if you don't tick every box. We celebrate diversity, promote inclusivity and are open to discuss flexible work options to help you balance your work and home life. Join Close Brothers Asset & Leasing (Transport) Team where you will be responsible for the sales within a designated area within Scotland. You will also generate new business through delivering Hire Purchase and Lease, asset finance and refinance solutions to the SME & Corporate sectors in Scotland. The role will be field based, working from their home office but you will report directly into the Sales Director and will develop a strong working relationship with the Head of Customer Relationship Manager and administration team. Our ideal candidate will be enthusiastic and show a drive for generating revenue with evidence of "going the extra mile" coupled with strong client focus, a flexible and resilient attitude. RESPONSIBILITIES Proactively source sales from within the allocated geographical location either by directly prospecting the existing customer base, sourcing new customers or through dealer introducers and other industry / introducer channels. Responsible for developing and maintaining relationships with existing customers via telephone, emails, and face to face meetings. Act as a contact between the company and its existing and potential markets, negotiating terms of an agreement and closing sales, gathering market and customer information. Represent the company at trade exhibitions, events and demonstrations. Review own sales performance aiming to meet or exceed targets. Ability to make accurate, rapid quotations and provide customers with the relevant information to close the deal. Responsible for ensuring that own administration is in line with regulatory requirements and company procedure. Responsible for ensuring that the sales targets are achieved. Ensure you operate within the context of the FCA regulations at all times and ensures the Treating Customers Fairly initiative is fully adhered to. Ensure you maintain a full understanding of all the finance offered and associated add on products available at Close Brothers Asset Finance Responsible for ensuring own administration is in line with regulatory requirements and company procedure. Responsible for working closely with the Collections team in maintaining a satisfactory level of defaults within your own portfolio. Ensure that all Governance and Compliance requirements are adhered to and all reporting and reviewing activities required by the Regulatory Bodies are carried out to the standards required. WE WOULD LOVE TO HEAR FROM YOU IF YOU HAVE/ARE: Previous experience with Asset finance A Self-motivated team player driven to achieve and exceed all targets set. A bright, go getting person that is tenacious and resilient with a strong desire to succeed. Strong interpersonal skills Numerate with analytical ability Excellent presentation skills Competitive with an ability to think on their feet and deliver solutions. Strong ability to plan and organise, effective sales activity planning is vital Practical problem solving ability An excellent communicator with a direct and open style Some industry experience/knowledge We are an inclusive organisation and committed to ensuring our recruitment process is as accessible as possible to everyone. We will make adjustments for people who have a disability or long-term condition. If you need the job description or application form in an alternative format or would like to discuss the recruitment process with us, please email us at or request a call back. ABOUT US At Close Brothers we support employees to balance their work life priorities and in this role you will be able to enjoy a mixture of hybrid working. Close Brothers is a leading UK merchant banking group providing lending, deposit taking and securities trading. We employ approximately 3,000 people, principally in the United Kingdom and Ireland. Close Brothers Group plc is listed on the London Stock Exchange and is a constituent of the FTSE 250. To find out more about Close Brothers, please visit our careers page: To find out more about life at Close Brothers: To find out more about our benefits: To find out more about our commitment to creating an inclusive environment: Our Responsibility - Diversity and inclusion … Close Brothers Group The Company At Close Brothers Group, we are all connected by our mission to be the best place in the UK for wealth professionals and their clients. We believe that everyone should think ahead, have a financial plan and invest wisely. Our clients are professionals, business owners, individuals, charities, families, and employers, who rely on our clear financial advice and investment management services to preserve and grow their long-term savings and investments. We are a team of about 900 people based in 15 offices across the UK. Our geographic footprint means we can combine a local approach with face-to-face services to enable strong, long-term relationships with our clients. Sustainability is fundamental to our purpose and we have a responsibility to help address the social, economic and environmental challenges facing our business, colleagues and clients. We strive to do the right thing and are dedicated to helping the charities that matter most to our people. Our vision is to develop an open and inclusive company that ensures everyone is valued, respected and included, so that in years to come our business will represent a diverse and inclusive workforce from the top down. We look to recruit individuals from all different backgrounds. If this job is of interest to you but you do not meet every criteria then we encourage you still to apply as we are open to providing training opportunities. As an early adopter of hybrid working we are open to discussing all types of flexible working options, helping you to balance your work and home life. The Benefits Private medical Discounted health checks Stakeholder pension contribution Gym discounts Cycle to work scheme Gym discounts Purchase additional holiday
Sep 06, 2025
Full time
The Vacancy OVERALL SUMMARY At Close Brothers we look to recruit individuals from all different backgrounds and encourage you to apply even if you don't tick every box. We celebrate diversity, promote inclusivity and are open to discuss flexible work options to help you balance your work and home life. Join Close Brothers Asset & Leasing (Transport) Team where you will be responsible for the sales within a designated area within Scotland. You will also generate new business through delivering Hire Purchase and Lease, asset finance and refinance solutions to the SME & Corporate sectors in Scotland. The role will be field based, working from their home office but you will report directly into the Sales Director and will develop a strong working relationship with the Head of Customer Relationship Manager and administration team. Our ideal candidate will be enthusiastic and show a drive for generating revenue with evidence of "going the extra mile" coupled with strong client focus, a flexible and resilient attitude. RESPONSIBILITIES Proactively source sales from within the allocated geographical location either by directly prospecting the existing customer base, sourcing new customers or through dealer introducers and other industry / introducer channels. Responsible for developing and maintaining relationships with existing customers via telephone, emails, and face to face meetings. Act as a contact between the company and its existing and potential markets, negotiating terms of an agreement and closing sales, gathering market and customer information. Represent the company at trade exhibitions, events and demonstrations. Review own sales performance aiming to meet or exceed targets. Ability to make accurate, rapid quotations and provide customers with the relevant information to close the deal. Responsible for ensuring that own administration is in line with regulatory requirements and company procedure. Responsible for ensuring that the sales targets are achieved. Ensure you operate within the context of the FCA regulations at all times and ensures the Treating Customers Fairly initiative is fully adhered to. Ensure you maintain a full understanding of all the finance offered and associated add on products available at Close Brothers Asset Finance Responsible for ensuring own administration is in line with regulatory requirements and company procedure. Responsible for working closely with the Collections team in maintaining a satisfactory level of defaults within your own portfolio. Ensure that all Governance and Compliance requirements are adhered to and all reporting and reviewing activities required by the Regulatory Bodies are carried out to the standards required. WE WOULD LOVE TO HEAR FROM YOU IF YOU HAVE/ARE: Previous experience with Asset finance A Self-motivated team player driven to achieve and exceed all targets set. A bright, go getting person that is tenacious and resilient with a strong desire to succeed. Strong interpersonal skills Numerate with analytical ability Excellent presentation skills Competitive with an ability to think on their feet and deliver solutions. Strong ability to plan and organise, effective sales activity planning is vital Practical problem solving ability An excellent communicator with a direct and open style Some industry experience/knowledge We are an inclusive organisation and committed to ensuring our recruitment process is as accessible as possible to everyone. We will make adjustments for people who have a disability or long-term condition. If you need the job description or application form in an alternative format or would like to discuss the recruitment process with us, please email us at or request a call back. ABOUT US At Close Brothers we support employees to balance their work life priorities and in this role you will be able to enjoy a mixture of hybrid working. Close Brothers is a leading UK merchant banking group providing lending, deposit taking and securities trading. We employ approximately 3,000 people, principally in the United Kingdom and Ireland. Close Brothers Group plc is listed on the London Stock Exchange and is a constituent of the FTSE 250. To find out more about Close Brothers, please visit our careers page: To find out more about life at Close Brothers: To find out more about our benefits: To find out more about our commitment to creating an inclusive environment: Our Responsibility - Diversity and inclusion … Close Brothers Group The Company At Close Brothers Group, we are all connected by our mission to be the best place in the UK for wealth professionals and their clients. We believe that everyone should think ahead, have a financial plan and invest wisely. Our clients are professionals, business owners, individuals, charities, families, and employers, who rely on our clear financial advice and investment management services to preserve and grow their long-term savings and investments. We are a team of about 900 people based in 15 offices across the UK. Our geographic footprint means we can combine a local approach with face-to-face services to enable strong, long-term relationships with our clients. Sustainability is fundamental to our purpose and we have a responsibility to help address the social, economic and environmental challenges facing our business, colleagues and clients. We strive to do the right thing and are dedicated to helping the charities that matter most to our people. Our vision is to develop an open and inclusive company that ensures everyone is valued, respected and included, so that in years to come our business will represent a diverse and inclusive workforce from the top down. We look to recruit individuals from all different backgrounds. If this job is of interest to you but you do not meet every criteria then we encourage you still to apply as we are open to providing training opportunities. As an early adopter of hybrid working we are open to discussing all types of flexible working options, helping you to balance your work and home life. The Benefits Private medical Discounted health checks Stakeholder pension contribution Gym discounts Cycle to work scheme Gym discounts Purchase additional holiday
Job Title : Contract and Supplier Manager Head Office Location: Brindley Place, Birmingham Job Location: Brindley Place Salary - 55,000 - 58,000 per annum Contract type - Permanent Working hours - Full Time About the Service The Digital Services Department at GreenSquareAccord plays a crucial role in driving the organisation s technological advancements and ensuring the delivery of high-quality digital solutions. Located at Brindley Place, this department is part of the Corporate Resources Directorate and is dedicated to supporting the organisation s mission of providing exceptional services to its customers. One of the key functions of the Digital Services Department is to collaborate with various stakeholders, including the Procurement Team and the Wider Leadership Team, to ensure transparency and efficiency in supplier management. The department aims to rigorously monitors supplier performance against key metrics, proactively identifies opportunities for continuous improvement, and ensures compliance with corporate contract management practices. About the role As the Contract & Supplier Manager (Digital Services), you will play a key role in overseeing the full lifecycle of our technology contracts. Using our modern Source-to-Pay (S2P) system, you ll manage everything from drafting and negotiation through to execution, renewal and termination, ensuring every contract aligns with our digital plan and organisational goals. You ll work closely with the Procurement and Finance teams - and stakeholders across IT and business leadership - to track supplier performance against agreed KPIs and SLAs, and to deliver continuous improvement. By leveraging S2P analytics and regular performance reports, you ll spot opportunities for cost savings and flag any compliance or risk issues early. In this role you ll not only maintain strong supplier relationships through regular reviews but also be a champion for using data and technology to drive value. This is a hands-on, collaborative role where your communication and negotiation skills will help keep projects on track and contracts delivering their full benefit. About you We re looking for an experienced contract management professional with a background in digital services. You will have proven expertise in drafting, negotiating and managing technology contracts throughout their lifecycle, and in monitoring supplier performance through clear KPIs and service level agreements. You are detail-oriented and analytical - comfortable working with data and contract management tools (with experience of a Source-to-Pay or e-procurement platform) and using insights to drive savings. A collaborative mindset is key: you ll be confident engaging with stakeholders across procurement, finance and Digital Services, building strong relationships with suppliers and colleagues alike. We value people who are curious and ambitious (one of our core commitments) - someone who can work independently on multiple contracts while always looking for ways to improve processes. Above all, you understand how effective contract and supplier management underpins digital transformation, and you take pride in delivering contracts that help the organisation meet its wider goals. About us GreenSquareAccord is one of the biggest social housing and care providers in England. We believe passionately in our mission to build better lives and provide social housing and support services to 54,000 people across our four localities. We are proud to play an active role in helping people to deal with the consequences of the housing crisis by providing affordable homes for people in our communities who need them most. We also provide care and support to some of the most vulnerable people in society. This includes support for people who are homeless, experiencing domestic violence or are part of the criminal justice system. Our purpose We are proud to be able to support tens of thousands of people across England by providing affordable housing and care to help people live independently. Our focus is on building better lives. Everything we do is about people - whether that s providing a good quality, safe home or providing care which helps someone to live an independent life. Our colleagues live and breathe this social purpose and we need great people, with skills across a range of disciplines, to make this happen. Working for GreenSquareAccord gives you the chance to bring your skills and expertise and make a real difference. It doesn t matter which role you are considering applying for, your work will help thousands of people build a better life. The GSA Way We know that how we do things is just as important as what we do. To help us make a difference, together, we created the GSA Way. A culture we commit to, aspire to, and live and breathe. Commitments and behaviours which together make our organisation what it is. Our five core commitments are: We believe our customer is everything We are one team We are supportive and caring We are business-minded for social purpose We are curious and ambitious. You can read more about the GSA Way in our recruitment pack. Benefits In support and recognition of our colleagues who will help us deliver our employer strategy, we offer a fantastic benefits package. This includes. -Trust based flexible working and supportive and friendly teams -25 days annual holiday entitlement, increasing to 30 days -One day off for your birthday -Opportunity to buy or sell annual leave -A defined contribution pension scheme GSA matches up to 6% contributions -We offer a service which provides 24/7 online GP appointments, second medical opinions, health checks, mental health support, 24/7 medical health helpline, wellbeing app, nutrition advice and fitness plans and legal and financial support. -Access to Blue Light discount card membership -Confidential Employee Assistance Programme (EAP). -Cycle to work Scheme -Eligible for occupational sick pay All individuals who apply to work at GreenSquareAccord are considered on their merits in line with our Diversity and Inclusion strategy and policy. GreenSquareAccord are a Disability Confident Employer therefore we actively encourage applications from individuals with disabilities and try to provide access, adjustments, equipment or other practical support where required. All applicants with a disability who meet the essential eligibility criteria for the role, as detailed in the job description, are guaranteed an interview. If you need any assistance, adjustments or adaptations throughout our selection processes please let us know.
Sep 06, 2025
Full time
Job Title : Contract and Supplier Manager Head Office Location: Brindley Place, Birmingham Job Location: Brindley Place Salary - 55,000 - 58,000 per annum Contract type - Permanent Working hours - Full Time About the Service The Digital Services Department at GreenSquareAccord plays a crucial role in driving the organisation s technological advancements and ensuring the delivery of high-quality digital solutions. Located at Brindley Place, this department is part of the Corporate Resources Directorate and is dedicated to supporting the organisation s mission of providing exceptional services to its customers. One of the key functions of the Digital Services Department is to collaborate with various stakeholders, including the Procurement Team and the Wider Leadership Team, to ensure transparency and efficiency in supplier management. The department aims to rigorously monitors supplier performance against key metrics, proactively identifies opportunities for continuous improvement, and ensures compliance with corporate contract management practices. About the role As the Contract & Supplier Manager (Digital Services), you will play a key role in overseeing the full lifecycle of our technology contracts. Using our modern Source-to-Pay (S2P) system, you ll manage everything from drafting and negotiation through to execution, renewal and termination, ensuring every contract aligns with our digital plan and organisational goals. You ll work closely with the Procurement and Finance teams - and stakeholders across IT and business leadership - to track supplier performance against agreed KPIs and SLAs, and to deliver continuous improvement. By leveraging S2P analytics and regular performance reports, you ll spot opportunities for cost savings and flag any compliance or risk issues early. In this role you ll not only maintain strong supplier relationships through regular reviews but also be a champion for using data and technology to drive value. This is a hands-on, collaborative role where your communication and negotiation skills will help keep projects on track and contracts delivering their full benefit. About you We re looking for an experienced contract management professional with a background in digital services. You will have proven expertise in drafting, negotiating and managing technology contracts throughout their lifecycle, and in monitoring supplier performance through clear KPIs and service level agreements. You are detail-oriented and analytical - comfortable working with data and contract management tools (with experience of a Source-to-Pay or e-procurement platform) and using insights to drive savings. A collaborative mindset is key: you ll be confident engaging with stakeholders across procurement, finance and Digital Services, building strong relationships with suppliers and colleagues alike. We value people who are curious and ambitious (one of our core commitments) - someone who can work independently on multiple contracts while always looking for ways to improve processes. Above all, you understand how effective contract and supplier management underpins digital transformation, and you take pride in delivering contracts that help the organisation meet its wider goals. About us GreenSquareAccord is one of the biggest social housing and care providers in England. We believe passionately in our mission to build better lives and provide social housing and support services to 54,000 people across our four localities. We are proud to play an active role in helping people to deal with the consequences of the housing crisis by providing affordable homes for people in our communities who need them most. We also provide care and support to some of the most vulnerable people in society. This includes support for people who are homeless, experiencing domestic violence or are part of the criminal justice system. Our purpose We are proud to be able to support tens of thousands of people across England by providing affordable housing and care to help people live independently. Our focus is on building better lives. Everything we do is about people - whether that s providing a good quality, safe home or providing care which helps someone to live an independent life. Our colleagues live and breathe this social purpose and we need great people, with skills across a range of disciplines, to make this happen. Working for GreenSquareAccord gives you the chance to bring your skills and expertise and make a real difference. It doesn t matter which role you are considering applying for, your work will help thousands of people build a better life. The GSA Way We know that how we do things is just as important as what we do. To help us make a difference, together, we created the GSA Way. A culture we commit to, aspire to, and live and breathe. Commitments and behaviours which together make our organisation what it is. Our five core commitments are: We believe our customer is everything We are one team We are supportive and caring We are business-minded for social purpose We are curious and ambitious. You can read more about the GSA Way in our recruitment pack. Benefits In support and recognition of our colleagues who will help us deliver our employer strategy, we offer a fantastic benefits package. This includes. -Trust based flexible working and supportive and friendly teams -25 days annual holiday entitlement, increasing to 30 days -One day off for your birthday -Opportunity to buy or sell annual leave -A defined contribution pension scheme GSA matches up to 6% contributions -We offer a service which provides 24/7 online GP appointments, second medical opinions, health checks, mental health support, 24/7 medical health helpline, wellbeing app, nutrition advice and fitness plans and legal and financial support. -Access to Blue Light discount card membership -Confidential Employee Assistance Programme (EAP). -Cycle to work Scheme -Eligible for occupational sick pay All individuals who apply to work at GreenSquareAccord are considered on their merits in line with our Diversity and Inclusion strategy and policy. GreenSquareAccord are a Disability Confident Employer therefore we actively encourage applications from individuals with disabilities and try to provide access, adjustments, equipment or other practical support where required. All applicants with a disability who meet the essential eligibility criteria for the role, as detailed in the job description, are guaranteed an interview. If you need any assistance, adjustments or adaptations throughout our selection processes please let us know.
Job Title: Deputy Director - Recruitment & Outreach Location: Birmingham Salary: £48,822 - £56,535 per annum - SS9 Job type: Fixed term up to 12 months, full time UCB is an equal opportunities employer. We are TEF rated Silver, with a Good Ofsted rating. The Role: The Deputy Director of Recruitment and Outreach will be joining a growing and ambitious team, playing an important role in contributing to the development of the university's student recruitment strategy and ambitious plans for growth. The successful candidate will lead on our UK recruitment campaigns and manage the day to day operations of the UCB recruitment teams including: student recruitment, outreach and events. They will work proactively with the academic departments as well as marketing and admissions teams to drive applications on to our courses from a diverse range of students. Benefits: Generous allocation of annual leave 29 days' paid leave per year 12 Bank Holidays & Concessionary Days Excellent Local Government/Teachers' Pension Scheme Employer Contributions - 20.9% Subsidised private healthcare provided by Aviva including a Digital GP Service. Employee Assistance Programme inclusive of counselling services, financial wellbeing support and bereavement support Annual health MOTs with our Registered Nurse Excellent staff development opportunities including professional qualification sponsorship A variety of salary sacrifice schemes including technology and cycle. Heavily-subsidised on-site car parking in central Birmingham Free on-site gym membership Extra Information: All applicants for employment at the University will be expected to demonstrate an understanding of the principles of Safeguarding and the PREVENT agenda in the context of further and higher education. Closing Date - Sunday 21stSeptember 2025. Interview Date - TBC. Please click APPLY to be redirected to our website to complete an application form. Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of; Director, Education Director, Quality Director, University Director, Recruitment Director, Director of Recruitment, Outreach Director, Director of Outreach, Education Director, Further Education Director, will also be considered for this role.
Sep 06, 2025
Contractor
Job Title: Deputy Director - Recruitment & Outreach Location: Birmingham Salary: £48,822 - £56,535 per annum - SS9 Job type: Fixed term up to 12 months, full time UCB is an equal opportunities employer. We are TEF rated Silver, with a Good Ofsted rating. The Role: The Deputy Director of Recruitment and Outreach will be joining a growing and ambitious team, playing an important role in contributing to the development of the university's student recruitment strategy and ambitious plans for growth. The successful candidate will lead on our UK recruitment campaigns and manage the day to day operations of the UCB recruitment teams including: student recruitment, outreach and events. They will work proactively with the academic departments as well as marketing and admissions teams to drive applications on to our courses from a diverse range of students. Benefits: Generous allocation of annual leave 29 days' paid leave per year 12 Bank Holidays & Concessionary Days Excellent Local Government/Teachers' Pension Scheme Employer Contributions - 20.9% Subsidised private healthcare provided by Aviva including a Digital GP Service. Employee Assistance Programme inclusive of counselling services, financial wellbeing support and bereavement support Annual health MOTs with our Registered Nurse Excellent staff development opportunities including professional qualification sponsorship A variety of salary sacrifice schemes including technology and cycle. Heavily-subsidised on-site car parking in central Birmingham Free on-site gym membership Extra Information: All applicants for employment at the University will be expected to demonstrate an understanding of the principles of Safeguarding and the PREVENT agenda in the context of further and higher education. Closing Date - Sunday 21stSeptember 2025. Interview Date - TBC. Please click APPLY to be redirected to our website to complete an application form. Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of; Director, Education Director, Quality Director, University Director, Recruitment Director, Director of Recruitment, Outreach Director, Director of Outreach, Education Director, Further Education Director, will also be considered for this role.
Due to continuing growth, we are looking to strengthen our team with a Senior Property Manager, tasked with caring for a few medium-large developments (circa 700 units) and being involved with managing our team of 35 and growing. We are on the lookout for someone who enjoys property management and wants to be given the breathing space to provide an excellent service, rather than being overloaded with thousands of units. We need someone with at least 5 years of prior experience as a Block Property Manager, preferably large estates and high-rise buildings and those with previous/ongoing cladding remediation too. As an experienced Property Manager, you'd be well aware of the day-to-day duties, which would include: Oversee the smooth running of the portfolio. Attend and prepare for regular meetings with residents/directors. Conduct routine inspections and schedule maintenance. Chair and minute meetings as appropriate and take actions resulting from these. Budget and financial control our system is a big help with this. Build and maintain relationships with all stakeholders. Resolving of queries received on the portfolio. Helping to acquire new business (where commission can also be earned). Assisting with complaints handling (thankfully we don't get many at all but can't always please everyone!). We are very much a team that works closely and learns from each other every day, as no two days in this industry are ever the same. We excel because our focus is on customer service, so we keep unit numbers per Property Manager lower than any other agent, to ensure each block gets a good level of attention and our staff aren't overworked. We aren't a national agent and will never be as the service is never close to that of a good, local agent. Other Ideal Traits Are: Excellent knowledge of financial administration (service charge accounting). Effective numeracy and data entry skills. Experience in handling cladding replacement work/building safety fund applications. Excellent interpersonal skills. Ability to maintain a high level of accuracy. Ability to meet deadlines and grasp the urgency of departmental activities. Experience in managing staff. TPI level 3. Personal Skills/Attributes: Maintaining strict confidentiality Demonstrate sound work ethics Flexibility Be assertive and dynamic Be deadline driven Maintaining relationships with all stakeholders Can work independently Problem analysis and solving Professionalism Full drivers licence and ideally own car A Little More About Us We have grown considerably in the last 5 years but have done so carefully, choosing our clients and setting reasonable fees we don't low ball to win business. We are keen not to make the same mistakes as the big agents and are open to ideas and innovation to help improve our services and the work environment of the team. If that sounds interesting, then please apply!
Sep 06, 2025
Full time
Due to continuing growth, we are looking to strengthen our team with a Senior Property Manager, tasked with caring for a few medium-large developments (circa 700 units) and being involved with managing our team of 35 and growing. We are on the lookout for someone who enjoys property management and wants to be given the breathing space to provide an excellent service, rather than being overloaded with thousands of units. We need someone with at least 5 years of prior experience as a Block Property Manager, preferably large estates and high-rise buildings and those with previous/ongoing cladding remediation too. As an experienced Property Manager, you'd be well aware of the day-to-day duties, which would include: Oversee the smooth running of the portfolio. Attend and prepare for regular meetings with residents/directors. Conduct routine inspections and schedule maintenance. Chair and minute meetings as appropriate and take actions resulting from these. Budget and financial control our system is a big help with this. Build and maintain relationships with all stakeholders. Resolving of queries received on the portfolio. Helping to acquire new business (where commission can also be earned). Assisting with complaints handling (thankfully we don't get many at all but can't always please everyone!). We are very much a team that works closely and learns from each other every day, as no two days in this industry are ever the same. We excel because our focus is on customer service, so we keep unit numbers per Property Manager lower than any other agent, to ensure each block gets a good level of attention and our staff aren't overworked. We aren't a national agent and will never be as the service is never close to that of a good, local agent. Other Ideal Traits Are: Excellent knowledge of financial administration (service charge accounting). Effective numeracy and data entry skills. Experience in handling cladding replacement work/building safety fund applications. Excellent interpersonal skills. Ability to maintain a high level of accuracy. Ability to meet deadlines and grasp the urgency of departmental activities. Experience in managing staff. TPI level 3. Personal Skills/Attributes: Maintaining strict confidentiality Demonstrate sound work ethics Flexibility Be assertive and dynamic Be deadline driven Maintaining relationships with all stakeholders Can work independently Problem analysis and solving Professionalism Full drivers licence and ideally own car A Little More About Us We have grown considerably in the last 5 years but have done so carefully, choosing our clients and setting reasonable fees we don't low ball to win business. We are keen not to make the same mistakes as the big agents and are open to ideas and innovation to help improve our services and the work environment of the team. If that sounds interesting, then please apply!
The role of Product Lead - Oracle EPM requires expertise in managing and optimising Oracle Enterprise Performance Management solutions within the financial services industry. You will play a critical role in ensuring seamless integration and functionality to support accounting and finance operations. Client Details Our client is a well-established large organisation within the financial services industry, known for offering sophisticated financial solutions and fostering innovation. They operate in a fast-paced environment and are committed to delivering excellence in their services. Description Product Lead - Oracle EPM - Finance Business Partner Director City of London Oversee the implementation and maintenance of Oracle EPM solutions to meet organisational needs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure effective integration with accounting and finance processes. Lead the analysis of system performance and recommend improvements where necessary. Provide expert guidance on Oracle EPM functionalities and best practices. Develop and manage project timelines, ensuring deliverables are met on schedule. Monitor compliance with internal standards and external regulatory requirements. Support end-users with troubleshooting and resolving system-related issues. Prepare and present progress reports to stakeholders and senior management. Profile Product Lead - Oracle EPM - Finance Business Partner Director City of London A successful Product Lead - Oracle EPM should have: Solid expertise in Oracle EPM solutions, particularly within the FS industry. Strong knowledge of accounting and finance principles and processes. Proven experience in managing system integrations and project delivery. Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail. The ability to communicate technical concepts effectively to non-technical stakeholders. A proactive approach to identifying and implementing system improvements. Job Offer Product Lead - Oracle EPM - Finance Business Partner Director A competitive salary range of 80,000 to 120,000 per annum. Opportunities to work on cutting-edge Oracle EPM projects within the financial services industry. Comprehensive training and professional development programmes. A supportive and collaborative work environment. Generous holiday leave and flexible working options. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a leading organisation as a Product Lead - Oracle EPM. If you are passionate about leveraging technology to optimise accounting and finance processes, we encourage you to apply.
Sep 06, 2025
Full time
The role of Product Lead - Oracle EPM requires expertise in managing and optimising Oracle Enterprise Performance Management solutions within the financial services industry. You will play a critical role in ensuring seamless integration and functionality to support accounting and finance operations. Client Details Our client is a well-established large organisation within the financial services industry, known for offering sophisticated financial solutions and fostering innovation. They operate in a fast-paced environment and are committed to delivering excellence in their services. Description Product Lead - Oracle EPM - Finance Business Partner Director City of London Oversee the implementation and maintenance of Oracle EPM solutions to meet organisational needs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure effective integration with accounting and finance processes. Lead the analysis of system performance and recommend improvements where necessary. Provide expert guidance on Oracle EPM functionalities and best practices. Develop and manage project timelines, ensuring deliverables are met on schedule. Monitor compliance with internal standards and external regulatory requirements. Support end-users with troubleshooting and resolving system-related issues. Prepare and present progress reports to stakeholders and senior management. Profile Product Lead - Oracle EPM - Finance Business Partner Director City of London A successful Product Lead - Oracle EPM should have: Solid expertise in Oracle EPM solutions, particularly within the FS industry. Strong knowledge of accounting and finance principles and processes. Proven experience in managing system integrations and project delivery. Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail. The ability to communicate technical concepts effectively to non-technical stakeholders. A proactive approach to identifying and implementing system improvements. Job Offer Product Lead - Oracle EPM - Finance Business Partner Director A competitive salary range of 80,000 to 120,000 per annum. Opportunities to work on cutting-edge Oracle EPM projects within the financial services industry. Comprehensive training and professional development programmes. A supportive and collaborative work environment. Generous holiday leave and flexible working options. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a leading organisation as a Product Lead - Oracle EPM. If you are passionate about leveraging technology to optimise accounting and finance processes, we encourage you to apply.
The IOP exists to help physics and the physics community deliver on their potential for our lives, our society, our planet. Together with our members and leaders from the world of physics and beyond, we have identified three priorities of Skills, Science and Society which must shape our work over the next five years if we are to achieve our mission. We are very proud of our new innovative strategy, our priorities and our principles. Here at the IOP we are looking for Manager, Corporate Partnerships for a fixed period of 18 months to support us in our mission. What is it like working at the IOP? The IOP is a friendly and ambitious organisation. Inclusion and diversity are central to our work and we have a work anywhere policy to make working at the IOP as flexible as possible. Looking after our colleagues and supporting them in life and work is our priority, ensuring they can live their best lives, with competitive salaries, professional development opportunities and generous benefits. Our comprehensive benefits package including: An excellent pension scheme - (up to 12% company contribution) Private medical insurance, life assurance, dental insurance, health care cash plan (via salary sacrifice) eye care vouchers, annual flu vaccinations, long service awards, employee assistance programme Floating bank holidays (choose where to take your bank holidays throughout the year) Generous annual leave (25 days starting as a standard) Flexible working and much more! The Role What will I be doing? Create a powerful alliance of Corporate Partners to influence science strategies and investment in areas such as advanced sensing, photonics, quantum technologies, semiconductors, renewable energy, autonomous systems and medtech Secure long-term relationships by delivering impactful services that meet partners needs: working with cross-organisation teams to drive take up of IOP membership, professional registrations, thought leadership articles and access to publishing content Manage risks and ensure financial sustainability of the Corporate Partners Alliance Projects you work on may include: Deliver annual series of leadership visits to Corporate Partners organisations to explore interests and common priorities around skills, R&D, infrastructure and business support Manage and deliver science insights and advocacy activities with Corporate Partners, via high-level meetings with senior stakeholders in government, industry, finance and academia Facilitate ideation workshops, prepare briefings and produce reports to develop new insights and seed new activities to support IOP and partner priorities Who will I work with? Executive Directors and Chief Technology Officers in large R&D intensive businesses IOP leadership and cross-organisational teams including our publishing company Closely with IOP Associate Director for Science, Business and Data Insights You are likely to have the following experience Credibility in building corporate partnerships with c-suite and senior leaders in R&D intensive, large businesses Knowledge of working at the interface of government policy, business and academia regarding science, technology and innovation Experience of implementing projects that involve managing senior stakeholders and decision makers in business and securing income targets Ideally, we hope you ll apply if your skills include: Essential Criteria Organisational skills ability to work with minimum supervision, prioritise workload, and handle multiple tasks. Interpersonal skills ability to positively communicate with others; the confidence to listen and understand . Communication skills ability to express information clearly and effectively in written and oral form. Nice to have Understanding of physics/a physics undergraduate degree or equivalent. Experience of a membership organisation. The Institute of Physics is an open and inclusive organisation that welcomes and celebrates diversity. We know that not every candidate fits into a neat little box, and that's okay! So, even if your experience looks a little different from what we ve identified but you believe you d bring passion, creativity, and a willingness to learn, we d love to learn more about you! Application Alongside your CV, please ensure you include a cover letter stating how you meet the person specification. How will I be working? The Institute of Physics is an inclusive employer and our people are at the heart of our approach to delivery. Following the impact of COVID-19, we have developed a new, innovative and exciting trust-based model of flexible working called How We Work. This empowers our staff to choose both individually and as a team how, when and where they work to deliver the goals of the organisation, acknowledging that there will be occasions where in-person meetings, collaborations and events will help generate greater impact. The How We Work initiative is based on the principles of collaboration, trust, flexibility and agility. You will be allocated a base office which can also be a chosen place of work. Why should I want to work for the IOP? The Institute of Physics (IOP) is the professional body and learned society for physics in the UK and Ireland - we seek to raise public awareness and understanding of physics and support the development of a diverse and inclusive physics community. As a charity, we re here to ensure that physics delivers on its exceptional potential to benefit society. There s never been a more exciting time to join the IOP - watch our film to find out more about our work. To apply for this role please click the link below, best of luck with your applications! The IOP is committed to promoting a culture that is inclusive and welcoming to all individuals whilst celebrating diversity. We recognise personal unique characteristics, should you require any reasonable adjustments to support you in your application and/or throughout the recruitment process please do not hesitate to reach out to us for support. The Institute of Physics is an open and inclusive organisation that welcomes and celebrates diversity.
Sep 06, 2025
Full time
The IOP exists to help physics and the physics community deliver on their potential for our lives, our society, our planet. Together with our members and leaders from the world of physics and beyond, we have identified three priorities of Skills, Science and Society which must shape our work over the next five years if we are to achieve our mission. We are very proud of our new innovative strategy, our priorities and our principles. Here at the IOP we are looking for Manager, Corporate Partnerships for a fixed period of 18 months to support us in our mission. What is it like working at the IOP? The IOP is a friendly and ambitious organisation. Inclusion and diversity are central to our work and we have a work anywhere policy to make working at the IOP as flexible as possible. Looking after our colleagues and supporting them in life and work is our priority, ensuring they can live their best lives, with competitive salaries, professional development opportunities and generous benefits. Our comprehensive benefits package including: An excellent pension scheme - (up to 12% company contribution) Private medical insurance, life assurance, dental insurance, health care cash plan (via salary sacrifice) eye care vouchers, annual flu vaccinations, long service awards, employee assistance programme Floating bank holidays (choose where to take your bank holidays throughout the year) Generous annual leave (25 days starting as a standard) Flexible working and much more! The Role What will I be doing? Create a powerful alliance of Corporate Partners to influence science strategies and investment in areas such as advanced sensing, photonics, quantum technologies, semiconductors, renewable energy, autonomous systems and medtech Secure long-term relationships by delivering impactful services that meet partners needs: working with cross-organisation teams to drive take up of IOP membership, professional registrations, thought leadership articles and access to publishing content Manage risks and ensure financial sustainability of the Corporate Partners Alliance Projects you work on may include: Deliver annual series of leadership visits to Corporate Partners organisations to explore interests and common priorities around skills, R&D, infrastructure and business support Manage and deliver science insights and advocacy activities with Corporate Partners, via high-level meetings with senior stakeholders in government, industry, finance and academia Facilitate ideation workshops, prepare briefings and produce reports to develop new insights and seed new activities to support IOP and partner priorities Who will I work with? Executive Directors and Chief Technology Officers in large R&D intensive businesses IOP leadership and cross-organisational teams including our publishing company Closely with IOP Associate Director for Science, Business and Data Insights You are likely to have the following experience Credibility in building corporate partnerships with c-suite and senior leaders in R&D intensive, large businesses Knowledge of working at the interface of government policy, business and academia regarding science, technology and innovation Experience of implementing projects that involve managing senior stakeholders and decision makers in business and securing income targets Ideally, we hope you ll apply if your skills include: Essential Criteria Organisational skills ability to work with minimum supervision, prioritise workload, and handle multiple tasks. Interpersonal skills ability to positively communicate with others; the confidence to listen and understand . Communication skills ability to express information clearly and effectively in written and oral form. Nice to have Understanding of physics/a physics undergraduate degree or equivalent. Experience of a membership organisation. The Institute of Physics is an open and inclusive organisation that welcomes and celebrates diversity. We know that not every candidate fits into a neat little box, and that's okay! So, even if your experience looks a little different from what we ve identified but you believe you d bring passion, creativity, and a willingness to learn, we d love to learn more about you! Application Alongside your CV, please ensure you include a cover letter stating how you meet the person specification. How will I be working? The Institute of Physics is an inclusive employer and our people are at the heart of our approach to delivery. Following the impact of COVID-19, we have developed a new, innovative and exciting trust-based model of flexible working called How We Work. This empowers our staff to choose both individually and as a team how, when and where they work to deliver the goals of the organisation, acknowledging that there will be occasions where in-person meetings, collaborations and events will help generate greater impact. The How We Work initiative is based on the principles of collaboration, trust, flexibility and agility. You will be allocated a base office which can also be a chosen place of work. Why should I want to work for the IOP? The Institute of Physics (IOP) is the professional body and learned society for physics in the UK and Ireland - we seek to raise public awareness and understanding of physics and support the development of a diverse and inclusive physics community. As a charity, we re here to ensure that physics delivers on its exceptional potential to benefit society. There s never been a more exciting time to join the IOP - watch our film to find out more about our work. To apply for this role please click the link below, best of luck with your applications! The IOP is committed to promoting a culture that is inclusive and welcoming to all individuals whilst celebrating diversity. We recognise personal unique characteristics, should you require any reasonable adjustments to support you in your application and/or throughout the recruitment process please do not hesitate to reach out to us for support. The Institute of Physics is an open and inclusive organisation that welcomes and celebrates diversity.
Your New Company Hays Senior Finance is proud to be exclusively partnering with Royal Star & Garter on a multi-role finance recruitment campaign. For over a century, Royal Star & Garter has provided exceptional care for men and women who have served in the UK s Armed Forces and now live with disability or dementia. Their mission is to help beneficiaries live life to the fullest. They have a well-earned reputation for outstanding care and consistently set the highest standards across all their services. Significant investment has gone into creating state-of-the-art care homes. As an ethical, historic, and socially responsible employer, this is a rare opportunity to join an organisation with a meaningful purpose enhancing the lives of many. Based in smart, welcoming yet professional offices in Twickenham, you ll join a passionate team committed to making a difference. You ll be responsible for business partnering with, and travelling to, three state-of-the-art care homes, notably in High Wycombe. Earlier this year, they merged with Care for Veterans, adding a fourth home in Worthing. Royal Star & Garter is an employer of choice, offering hybrid working (2 3 days in the office), excellent training, and strong career development opportunities. Reporting to a supportive and passionate Director of Finance, this is a unique opportunity to join an organisation embarking on the next exciting phase of its journey. Your New Role As Head of Finance (12-month contract), you ll take on a varied and pivotal role within the organisation. You ll lead a dedicated finance team, helping to deliver outstanding services to residents, their families, staff, and governors. Your responsibilities will include leading the team, fostering a business partnering culture, overseeing accounting systems, ensuring compliance and financial controls, and delivering timely management information, analysis, and reporting. You ll also deputise for the Director of Finance and attend Board meetings as required. A key part of the role will be mentoring and developing the team. This is an exciting time to contribute to projects, improve processes and procedures, and help integrate the fourth home into the Royal Star & Garter family. Key duties include financial control, budget management, income and expenditure oversight, and statutory compliance. You ll also be responsible for managing the accounting systems and leading the team s development. What You ll Need to Succeed You ll be an ambitious and passionate finance leader with excellent communication skills and a respectful, hands-on approach. Charity sector experience is essential, as you ll be mentoring, training, and developing the existing team. You ll be a qualified accountant (ACA, CIMA, ACCA) with experience in team management, business partnering, and financial control. Most importantly, you ll have a genuine desire to make a difference and contribute to a greater purpose in your career. What You ll Get in Return You ll have the opportunity to work for a meaningful employer that positively impacts many lives, within a supportive and friendly environment. The salary package offers up to £85,000 per annum, with a pension scheme (employer contribution 7.5%, employee 5%), 25 days holiday, life insurance at three times your salary, and sick pay. You ll be part of a culture that values learning and development. What You Need to Do Now If you re interested in this role, click apply now to send an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us today. If this job isn t quite right for you but you d like to explore other opportunities, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
Sep 06, 2025
Full time
Your New Company Hays Senior Finance is proud to be exclusively partnering with Royal Star & Garter on a multi-role finance recruitment campaign. For over a century, Royal Star & Garter has provided exceptional care for men and women who have served in the UK s Armed Forces and now live with disability or dementia. Their mission is to help beneficiaries live life to the fullest. They have a well-earned reputation for outstanding care and consistently set the highest standards across all their services. Significant investment has gone into creating state-of-the-art care homes. As an ethical, historic, and socially responsible employer, this is a rare opportunity to join an organisation with a meaningful purpose enhancing the lives of many. Based in smart, welcoming yet professional offices in Twickenham, you ll join a passionate team committed to making a difference. You ll be responsible for business partnering with, and travelling to, three state-of-the-art care homes, notably in High Wycombe. Earlier this year, they merged with Care for Veterans, adding a fourth home in Worthing. Royal Star & Garter is an employer of choice, offering hybrid working (2 3 days in the office), excellent training, and strong career development opportunities. Reporting to a supportive and passionate Director of Finance, this is a unique opportunity to join an organisation embarking on the next exciting phase of its journey. Your New Role As Head of Finance (12-month contract), you ll take on a varied and pivotal role within the organisation. You ll lead a dedicated finance team, helping to deliver outstanding services to residents, their families, staff, and governors. Your responsibilities will include leading the team, fostering a business partnering culture, overseeing accounting systems, ensuring compliance and financial controls, and delivering timely management information, analysis, and reporting. You ll also deputise for the Director of Finance and attend Board meetings as required. A key part of the role will be mentoring and developing the team. This is an exciting time to contribute to projects, improve processes and procedures, and help integrate the fourth home into the Royal Star & Garter family. Key duties include financial control, budget management, income and expenditure oversight, and statutory compliance. You ll also be responsible for managing the accounting systems and leading the team s development. What You ll Need to Succeed You ll be an ambitious and passionate finance leader with excellent communication skills and a respectful, hands-on approach. Charity sector experience is essential, as you ll be mentoring, training, and developing the existing team. You ll be a qualified accountant (ACA, CIMA, ACCA) with experience in team management, business partnering, and financial control. Most importantly, you ll have a genuine desire to make a difference and contribute to a greater purpose in your career. What You ll Get in Return You ll have the opportunity to work for a meaningful employer that positively impacts many lives, within a supportive and friendly environment. The salary package offers up to £85,000 per annum, with a pension scheme (employer contribution 7.5%, employee 5%), 25 days holiday, life insurance at three times your salary, and sick pay. You ll be part of a culture that values learning and development. What You Need to Do Now If you re interested in this role, click apply now to send an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us today. If this job isn t quite right for you but you d like to explore other opportunities, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
The Vacancy OVERALL SUMMARY At Close Brothers we look to recruit individuals from all different backgrounds and encourage you to apply even if you don't tick every box. We celebrate diversity, promote inclusivity and are open to discuss flexible work options to help you balance your work and home life. Join the Close Brothers Retail Team where you will provide professional, proactive, and high-quality administrative support to Retail COO. Working as part of the Retail team our ideal team member will have previous experience in anticipating needs, prioritising senior level time and effectively managing work schedules, diaries, travel, and correspondence with excellent customer service skills. RESPONSIBILITIES Proactive diary management: arranging meetings and making travel arrangements, in addition to organising catering, room bookings and conference facilities Inbox management - flagging and responding if needed and appropriate Arranging and attending key offsites and events Onboarding new starters for Retail COO Ensuring the leader is well informed of upcoming meetings and papers are provided in sufficient time for preparation and review; keeping track of any actions for meetings Attend and take minutes/actions at key meetings and distribute as needed Take an active interest in departmental activities and keep up to date with projects in which leaders are involved with Liaising with vendors, raising purchase orders, processing expense claims, and training others on the relevant systems where required and in a timely manner Supporting with management of holiday requests and updating sickness records within the HR people system on behalf of senior management WE WOULD LOVE TO HEAR FROM YOU IF YOU HAVE: Demonstrable customer ethos Excellent written and verbal communication skills Experience of interacting with a wide variety of people in the workplace Excellent organisational skills and the ability to prioritise workload Focused attitude and the ability to work on own initiative Excellent attention to detail Ability to multi-task IT IS NOT ESSENTIAL BUT IT WOULD BE GREAT IF YOU HAVE: Experience of minute taking We are an inclusive organisation and committed to ensuring our recruitment process is as accessible as possible to everyone. We will make adjustments for people who have a disability or long-term condition. If you need the job description or application form in an alternative format or would like to discuss the recruitment process with us, please email us at or request a call back. ABOUT US At Close Brothers we support employees to balance their work life priorities and in this role you will be able to enjoy a mixture of hybrid working. Close Brothers is a leading UK merchant banking group providing lending, deposit taking and securities trading. We employ approximately 3,000 people, principally in the United Kingdom and Ireland. Close Brothers Group plc is listed on the London Stock Exchange and is a constituent of the FTSE 250. To find out more about Close Brothers, please visit our careers page: To find out more about life at Close Brothers: To find out more about our benefits: To find out more about our commitment to creating an inclusive environment: Our Responsibility - Diversity and inclusion … Close Brothers Group The Company At Close Brothers Group, we are all connected by our mission to be the best place in the UK for wealth professionals and their clients. We believe that everyone should think ahead, have a financial plan and invest wisely. Our clients are professionals, business owners, individuals, charities, families, and employers, who rely on our clear financial advice and investment management services to preserve and grow their long-term savings and investments. We are a team of about 900 people based in 15 offices across the UK. Our geographic footprint means we can combine a local approach with face-to-face services to enable strong, long-term relationships with our clients. Sustainability is fundamental to our purpose and we have a responsibility to help address the social, economic and environmental challenges facing our business, colleagues and clients. We strive to do the right thing and are dedicated to helping the charities that matter most to our people. Our vision is to develop an open and inclusive company that ensures everyone is valued, respected and included, so that in years to come our business will represent a diverse and inclusive workforce from the top down. We look to recruit individuals from all different backgrounds. If this job is of interest to you but you do not meet every criteria then we encourage you still to apply as we are open to providing training opportunities. As an early adopter of hybrid working we are open to discussing all types of flexible working options, helping you to balance your work and home life. The Benefits Private medical Discounted health checks Stakeholder pension contribution Gym discounts Cycle to work scheme Gym discounts Purchase additional holiday
Sep 05, 2025
Full time
The Vacancy OVERALL SUMMARY At Close Brothers we look to recruit individuals from all different backgrounds and encourage you to apply even if you don't tick every box. We celebrate diversity, promote inclusivity and are open to discuss flexible work options to help you balance your work and home life. Join the Close Brothers Retail Team where you will provide professional, proactive, and high-quality administrative support to Retail COO. Working as part of the Retail team our ideal team member will have previous experience in anticipating needs, prioritising senior level time and effectively managing work schedules, diaries, travel, and correspondence with excellent customer service skills. RESPONSIBILITIES Proactive diary management: arranging meetings and making travel arrangements, in addition to organising catering, room bookings and conference facilities Inbox management - flagging and responding if needed and appropriate Arranging and attending key offsites and events Onboarding new starters for Retail COO Ensuring the leader is well informed of upcoming meetings and papers are provided in sufficient time for preparation and review; keeping track of any actions for meetings Attend and take minutes/actions at key meetings and distribute as needed Take an active interest in departmental activities and keep up to date with projects in which leaders are involved with Liaising with vendors, raising purchase orders, processing expense claims, and training others on the relevant systems where required and in a timely manner Supporting with management of holiday requests and updating sickness records within the HR people system on behalf of senior management WE WOULD LOVE TO HEAR FROM YOU IF YOU HAVE: Demonstrable customer ethos Excellent written and verbal communication skills Experience of interacting with a wide variety of people in the workplace Excellent organisational skills and the ability to prioritise workload Focused attitude and the ability to work on own initiative Excellent attention to detail Ability to multi-task IT IS NOT ESSENTIAL BUT IT WOULD BE GREAT IF YOU HAVE: Experience of minute taking We are an inclusive organisation and committed to ensuring our recruitment process is as accessible as possible to everyone. We will make adjustments for people who have a disability or long-term condition. If you need the job description or application form in an alternative format or would like to discuss the recruitment process with us, please email us at or request a call back. ABOUT US At Close Brothers we support employees to balance their work life priorities and in this role you will be able to enjoy a mixture of hybrid working. Close Brothers is a leading UK merchant banking group providing lending, deposit taking and securities trading. We employ approximately 3,000 people, principally in the United Kingdom and Ireland. Close Brothers Group plc is listed on the London Stock Exchange and is a constituent of the FTSE 250. To find out more about Close Brothers, please visit our careers page: To find out more about life at Close Brothers: To find out more about our benefits: To find out more about our commitment to creating an inclusive environment: Our Responsibility - Diversity and inclusion … Close Brothers Group The Company At Close Brothers Group, we are all connected by our mission to be the best place in the UK for wealth professionals and their clients. We believe that everyone should think ahead, have a financial plan and invest wisely. Our clients are professionals, business owners, individuals, charities, families, and employers, who rely on our clear financial advice and investment management services to preserve and grow their long-term savings and investments. We are a team of about 900 people based in 15 offices across the UK. Our geographic footprint means we can combine a local approach with face-to-face services to enable strong, long-term relationships with our clients. Sustainability is fundamental to our purpose and we have a responsibility to help address the social, economic and environmental challenges facing our business, colleagues and clients. We strive to do the right thing and are dedicated to helping the charities that matter most to our people. Our vision is to develop an open and inclusive company that ensures everyone is valued, respected and included, so that in years to come our business will represent a diverse and inclusive workforce from the top down. We look to recruit individuals from all different backgrounds. If this job is of interest to you but you do not meet every criteria then we encourage you still to apply as we are open to providing training opportunities. As an early adopter of hybrid working we are open to discussing all types of flexible working options, helping you to balance your work and home life. The Benefits Private medical Discounted health checks Stakeholder pension contribution Gym discounts Cycle to work scheme Gym discounts Purchase additional holiday
The Vacancy OVERALL SUMMARY At Close Brothers we look to recruit individuals from all different backgrounds and encourage you to apply even if you don't tick every box. We celebrate diversity, promote inclusivity and are open to discuss flexible work options to help you balance your work and home life. Join Commercial Acceptances (part of Close Brothers Property Finance Team) where your role as a Lending Assistant would be to ensure that all data and records are kept up to date and current on the bank's systems. The Lending Assistant works closely with their Line Manager and team Portfolio Managers(PM's) to ensure that the portfolio of accounts is managed diligently and pro-actively and that are always fully compliant with Credit and Risk policies and procedures. Our ideal team member will have possess strong, demonstrable experience of customer relationship management. RESPONSIBILITIES Due Diligence: Support loan approvals by ensuring all lending criteria and credit controls are met. Account Management: Keep lending system records accurate and up-to-date, working closely with Credit, Finance, and Ops. Meeting Support: Join internal/external meetings, take notes, and follow up with key actions. Credit Committee Prep: Help draft and present papers for new loans, renewals, and portfolio updates. Project Assessment: Review valuations and reports to ensure project viability and security quality. Payment Processing: Prepare and authorise payments, ensuring all conditions are signed off. Portfolio Monitoring: Track loan performance and manage renewals and annual reviews. Client Engagement: Handle new enquiries and assess opportunities with the team. Customer Service: Resolve client queries and deliver top-tier service. Site Visits: Attend meetings and site visits to deepen industry knowledge. Networking: Build industry insight and contacts through events and media. Team Support: Provide ad hoc assistance to senior managers and directors. WE WOULD LOVE TO HEAR FROM YOU IF YOU: Thrive under pressure and can confidently manage your own workload. Are self-motivated with excellent time management skills. Communicate clearly and professionally at all levels. Work well both independently and as part of a team. Are confident using Microsoft Office, especially Excel. IT IS NOT ESSENTIAL BUT IT WOULD BE GREAT IF YOU: Experience in property finance, investment, development, or a related banking role. We are an inclusive organisation and committed to ensuring our recruitment process is as accessible as possible to everyone. We will make adjustments for people who have a disability or long-term condition. If you need the job description or application form in an alternative format or would like to discuss the recruitment process with us, please email us at or request a call back. ABOUT US At Close Brothers we support employees to balance their work life priorities and in this role you will be able to enjoy a mixture of hybrid working. Close Brothers is a leading UK merchant banking group providing lending, deposit taking and securities trading. We employ approximately 3,000 people, principally in the United Kingdom and Ireland. Close Brothers Group plc is listed on the London Stock Exchange and is a constituent of the FTSE 250. To find out more about Close Brothers, please visit our careers page: To find out more about life at Close Brothers: To find out more about our benefits: To find out more about our commitment to creating an inclusive environment: Our Responsibility - Diversity and inclusion … Close Brothers Group The Company At Close Brothers Group, we are all connected by our mission to be the best place in the UK for wealth professionals and their clients. We believe that everyone should think ahead, have a financial plan and invest wisely. Our clients are professionals, business owners, individuals, charities, families, and employers, who rely on our clear financial advice and investment management services to preserve and grow their long-term savings and investments. We are a team of about 900 people based in 15 offices across the UK. Our geographic footprint means we can combine a local approach with face-to-face services to enable strong, long-term relationships with our clients. Sustainability is fundamental to our purpose and we have a responsibility to help address the social, economic and environmental challenges facing our business, colleagues and clients. We strive to do the right thing and are dedicated to helping the charities that matter most to our people. Our vision is to develop an open and inclusive company that ensures everyone is valued, respected and included, so that in years to come our business will represent a diverse and inclusive workforce from the top down. We look to recruit individuals from all different backgrounds. If this job is of interest to you but you do not meet every criteria then we encourage you still to apply as we are open to providing training opportunities. As an early adopter of hybrid working we are open to discussing all types of flexible working options, helping you to balance your work and home life. The Benefits Private medical Discounted health checks Stakeholder pension contribution Cycle to work scheme Gym discounts Purchase additional holiday
Sep 05, 2025
Full time
The Vacancy OVERALL SUMMARY At Close Brothers we look to recruit individuals from all different backgrounds and encourage you to apply even if you don't tick every box. We celebrate diversity, promote inclusivity and are open to discuss flexible work options to help you balance your work and home life. Join Commercial Acceptances (part of Close Brothers Property Finance Team) where your role as a Lending Assistant would be to ensure that all data and records are kept up to date and current on the bank's systems. The Lending Assistant works closely with their Line Manager and team Portfolio Managers(PM's) to ensure that the portfolio of accounts is managed diligently and pro-actively and that are always fully compliant with Credit and Risk policies and procedures. Our ideal team member will have possess strong, demonstrable experience of customer relationship management. RESPONSIBILITIES Due Diligence: Support loan approvals by ensuring all lending criteria and credit controls are met. Account Management: Keep lending system records accurate and up-to-date, working closely with Credit, Finance, and Ops. Meeting Support: Join internal/external meetings, take notes, and follow up with key actions. Credit Committee Prep: Help draft and present papers for new loans, renewals, and portfolio updates. Project Assessment: Review valuations and reports to ensure project viability and security quality. Payment Processing: Prepare and authorise payments, ensuring all conditions are signed off. Portfolio Monitoring: Track loan performance and manage renewals and annual reviews. Client Engagement: Handle new enquiries and assess opportunities with the team. Customer Service: Resolve client queries and deliver top-tier service. Site Visits: Attend meetings and site visits to deepen industry knowledge. Networking: Build industry insight and contacts through events and media. Team Support: Provide ad hoc assistance to senior managers and directors. WE WOULD LOVE TO HEAR FROM YOU IF YOU: Thrive under pressure and can confidently manage your own workload. Are self-motivated with excellent time management skills. Communicate clearly and professionally at all levels. Work well both independently and as part of a team. Are confident using Microsoft Office, especially Excel. IT IS NOT ESSENTIAL BUT IT WOULD BE GREAT IF YOU: Experience in property finance, investment, development, or a related banking role. We are an inclusive organisation and committed to ensuring our recruitment process is as accessible as possible to everyone. We will make adjustments for people who have a disability or long-term condition. If you need the job description or application form in an alternative format or would like to discuss the recruitment process with us, please email us at or request a call back. ABOUT US At Close Brothers we support employees to balance their work life priorities and in this role you will be able to enjoy a mixture of hybrid working. Close Brothers is a leading UK merchant banking group providing lending, deposit taking and securities trading. We employ approximately 3,000 people, principally in the United Kingdom and Ireland. Close Brothers Group plc is listed on the London Stock Exchange and is a constituent of the FTSE 250. To find out more about Close Brothers, please visit our careers page: To find out more about life at Close Brothers: To find out more about our benefits: To find out more about our commitment to creating an inclusive environment: Our Responsibility - Diversity and inclusion … Close Brothers Group The Company At Close Brothers Group, we are all connected by our mission to be the best place in the UK for wealth professionals and their clients. We believe that everyone should think ahead, have a financial plan and invest wisely. Our clients are professionals, business owners, individuals, charities, families, and employers, who rely on our clear financial advice and investment management services to preserve and grow their long-term savings and investments. We are a team of about 900 people based in 15 offices across the UK. Our geographic footprint means we can combine a local approach with face-to-face services to enable strong, long-term relationships with our clients. Sustainability is fundamental to our purpose and we have a responsibility to help address the social, economic and environmental challenges facing our business, colleagues and clients. We strive to do the right thing and are dedicated to helping the charities that matter most to our people. Our vision is to develop an open and inclusive company that ensures everyone is valued, respected and included, so that in years to come our business will represent a diverse and inclusive workforce from the top down. We look to recruit individuals from all different backgrounds. If this job is of interest to you but you do not meet every criteria then we encourage you still to apply as we are open to providing training opportunities. As an early adopter of hybrid working we are open to discussing all types of flexible working options, helping you to balance your work and home life. The Benefits Private medical Discounted health checks Stakeholder pension contribution Cycle to work scheme Gym discounts Purchase additional holiday
Locations : London Atlanta Boston 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 Global Platform Team Lead and Senior Director - IT Security is responsible for leading the design, delivery, and continuous evolution of BCG's security platforms across identity, device, and data protection domains. This role ensures end-to-end security engineering across all technology environments, including cloud, on-prem, and hybrid systems. The leader will drive strategic planning, execution, and operations of scalable, automated, and resilient security controls that protect BCG's global operations and users, while enabling innovation and agility across BCG Core, BCG X, and CT worldwide. This role is also accountable for embedding security within DevSecOps practices, enforcing automation at scale, and applying Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) principles across all security services. The role requires strong partnership with ISRM, with a focus on balancing and prioritizing security requirements, automation opportunities, user experience needs, and broader business outcomes. Key Responsibilities: Strategic Leadership & Transformation: Define and execute a unified security engineering strategy that addresses identity, endpoint, and data protection across all environments. Lead the design and implementation of scalable, automated security solutions that integrate seamlessly into enterprise platforms and user experiences. Establish a global security architecture and engineering roadmap focused on prevention, detection, and rapid response. Drive continuous improvement of security posture while aligning with business needs, regulatory requirements, and user experience expectations. Champion DevSecOps practices to embed security early into development and delivery workflows. Security Platform Engineering: Lead end-to-end engineering for identity and access management (IAM), including authentication, authorization, and privileged access controls. Oversee endpoint security architecture and enforcement, ensuring comprehensive coverage for threat detection, malware prevention, and device compliance. Build and operate scalable data protection solutions, including data loss prevention (DLP), secrets management, encryption, and classification. Integrate security controls into CI/CD pipelines, cloud-native services, and on-prem platforms to enforce security-by-design principles. Deliver security capabilities that support modern work scenarios, remote access, zero-trust networking, and AI/ML workloads. Leverage automation frameworks and IaC to improve scalability and reduce manual intervention. Operational Security, SRE & Assurance: Ensure security platforms are resilient, continuously monitored, and designed for 24x7 support and incident response readiness. Embed security telemetry and observability to enable proactive threat detection and automated response. Apply SRE principles to improve reliability, performance, and maintainability of security services. Lead platform health, patching automation, and vulnerability remediation workflows. Define service level objectives (SLOs) and key performance indicators (KPIs) for all security services. Compliance, Governance & Risk Management: Ensure alignment with global compliance requirements such as ISO 27001, NIST, SOC 2, GDPR, and others. Partner with governance, legal, and ISRM teams to implement enforceable policies and standards across identity, endpoint, and data domains. Operationalize policy enforcement through automated controls and continuous compliance checks. Lead risk mitigation efforts with technical solutions that scale across diverse user and system profiles. Financial & Vendor Management: Manage security platform budgets and investments with a focus on cost optimization and long-term value. Evaluate and manage third-party vendors and partners, ensuring they meet technical, contractual, and security expectations. Lead procurement and renewal cycles in alignment with operational and architectural strategies. Leadership & Talent Development: Build and mentor a global team of security engineers, fostering a high-performance, collaborative, and forward-thinking culture. Drive internal knowledge sharing and upskilling programs across security architecture, automation, and secure software engineering. Collaborate cross-functionally with platform, product, and enterprise architecture teams to embed security early and often. What You'll Bring Required Qualifications: 10+ years of experience in cybersecurity, security engineering, or platform security roles. 5+ years in a senior leadership position with accountability for enterprise-scale security platforms. Deep expertise in IAM, endpoint security, and data protection technologies, with proven ability to design and scale global solutions. Experience with security engineering in hybrid and cloud-native environments (AWS, Azure, GCP). Proven track record in automating security controls, implementing zero-trust models, and supporting 24x7 security operations. Strong understanding of compliance frameworks and risk management strategies. Preferred Qualifications: Certifications such as CISSP, CCSP, CISM, AWS/Azure Security Specialty, or equivalent. Experience with tools like Okta, Azure AD, CrowdStrike, Tanium, Zscaler, Vault, and other modern security platforms. Familiarity with DevSecOps principles, Infrastructure as Code, and secure software development practices. Who You'll Work With Work Environment & Additional Information: Hybrid or on-site work model. Occasional travel may be required for business, vendor, or team engagement. Ability to operate in a fast-paced, complex environment, balancing long-term strategy with operational agility. 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.
Sep 05, 2025
Full time
Locations : London Atlanta Boston 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 Global Platform Team Lead and Senior Director - IT Security is responsible for leading the design, delivery, and continuous evolution of BCG's security platforms across identity, device, and data protection domains. This role ensures end-to-end security engineering across all technology environments, including cloud, on-prem, and hybrid systems. The leader will drive strategic planning, execution, and operations of scalable, automated, and resilient security controls that protect BCG's global operations and users, while enabling innovation and agility across BCG Core, BCG X, and CT worldwide. This role is also accountable for embedding security within DevSecOps practices, enforcing automation at scale, and applying Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) principles across all security services. The role requires strong partnership with ISRM, with a focus on balancing and prioritizing security requirements, automation opportunities, user experience needs, and broader business outcomes. Key Responsibilities: Strategic Leadership & Transformation: Define and execute a unified security engineering strategy that addresses identity, endpoint, and data protection across all environments. Lead the design and implementation of scalable, automated security solutions that integrate seamlessly into enterprise platforms and user experiences. Establish a global security architecture and engineering roadmap focused on prevention, detection, and rapid response. Drive continuous improvement of security posture while aligning with business needs, regulatory requirements, and user experience expectations. Champion DevSecOps practices to embed security early into development and delivery workflows. Security Platform Engineering: Lead end-to-end engineering for identity and access management (IAM), including authentication, authorization, and privileged access controls. Oversee endpoint security architecture and enforcement, ensuring comprehensive coverage for threat detection, malware prevention, and device compliance. Build and operate scalable data protection solutions, including data loss prevention (DLP), secrets management, encryption, and classification. Integrate security controls into CI/CD pipelines, cloud-native services, and on-prem platforms to enforce security-by-design principles. Deliver security capabilities that support modern work scenarios, remote access, zero-trust networking, and AI/ML workloads. Leverage automation frameworks and IaC to improve scalability and reduce manual intervention. Operational Security, SRE & Assurance: Ensure security platforms are resilient, continuously monitored, and designed for 24x7 support and incident response readiness. Embed security telemetry and observability to enable proactive threat detection and automated response. Apply SRE principles to improve reliability, performance, and maintainability of security services. Lead platform health, patching automation, and vulnerability remediation workflows. Define service level objectives (SLOs) and key performance indicators (KPIs) for all security services. Compliance, Governance & Risk Management: Ensure alignment with global compliance requirements such as ISO 27001, NIST, SOC 2, GDPR, and others. Partner with governance, legal, and ISRM teams to implement enforceable policies and standards across identity, endpoint, and data domains. Operationalize policy enforcement through automated controls and continuous compliance checks. Lead risk mitigation efforts with technical solutions that scale across diverse user and system profiles. Financial & Vendor Management: Manage security platform budgets and investments with a focus on cost optimization and long-term value. Evaluate and manage third-party vendors and partners, ensuring they meet technical, contractual, and security expectations. Lead procurement and renewal cycles in alignment with operational and architectural strategies. Leadership & Talent Development: Build and mentor a global team of security engineers, fostering a high-performance, collaborative, and forward-thinking culture. Drive internal knowledge sharing and upskilling programs across security architecture, automation, and secure software engineering. Collaborate cross-functionally with platform, product, and enterprise architecture teams to embed security early and often. What You'll Bring Required Qualifications: 10+ years of experience in cybersecurity, security engineering, or platform security roles. 5+ years in a senior leadership position with accountability for enterprise-scale security platforms. Deep expertise in IAM, endpoint security, and data protection technologies, with proven ability to design and scale global solutions. Experience with security engineering in hybrid and cloud-native environments (AWS, Azure, GCP). Proven track record in automating security controls, implementing zero-trust models, and supporting 24x7 security operations. Strong understanding of compliance frameworks and risk management strategies. Preferred Qualifications: Certifications such as CISSP, CCSP, CISM, AWS/Azure Security Specialty, or equivalent. Experience with tools like Okta, Azure AD, CrowdStrike, Tanium, Zscaler, Vault, and other modern security platforms. Familiarity with DevSecOps principles, Infrastructure as Code, and secure software development practices. Who You'll Work With Work Environment & Additional Information: Hybrid or on-site work model. Occasional travel may be required for business, vendor, or team engagement. Ability to operate in a fast-paced, complex environment, balancing long-term strategy with operational agility. 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.
The Vacancy OVERALL SUMMARY At Close Brothers we look to recruit individuals from all different backgrounds and encourage you to apply even if you don't tick every box. We celebrate diversity, promote inclusivity and are open to discuss flexible work options to help you balance your work and home life. Join the Close Brothers Specialist Asset Finance team where, as a Business Development Associate (BDA) you will support the Business Development Directors (BDDs) in managing broker relationships and executing transactions. This role provides a structured development pathway for individuals aspiring to become BDDs, offering hands-on experience in credit analysis, deal structuring, and stakeholder engagement, while working on complex, high-value transactions within the middle-ticket market (ranging from £500k-5M). BDAs will work closely with BDDs to triage broker proposals, prepare credit submissions, and manage the administrative and operational aspects of transactions. The role is ideal for a commercially aware individual with strong organisational skills, a keen interest in asset finance, and a desire to grow into a senior client-facing role. RESPONSIBILITIES: Triage and assess incoming broker proposals for completeness and suitability. Gather additional information from brokers and clients to support proposal evaluation. Liaise with the sales support team to obtain exposure data, financials, and other supporting materials. Create and maintain Salesforce credit proposals, ensuring accuracy and completeness. Upload relevant documentation to Salesforce and maintain digital records. Support BDDs in structuring and progressing less complex finance transactions. Manage revolving credit and stage payment drawdowns in coordination with internal teams. Attend customer and broker meetings alongside BDDs where appropriate. Review finance documentation and coordinate dispatch to brokers. Prepare deal sheets and assist in documentation processes. Conduct asset inspections and report findings. Liaise with Broker Solutions to identify and onboard new Specialist Finance broker opportunities. WE WOULD LOVE TO HEAR FROM YOU IF YOU HAVE / ARE: Experience within the Asset Finance industry Strong financial acumen High attention to detail and accuracy. Strong organisational and administrative skills. Excellent written and verbal communication. Proactive and self-motivated with a willingness to learn. Comfortable working independently and as part of a team. Competent in Microsoft Office and CRM systems (e.g., Salesforce) IT IS NOT ESSENTIAL BUT IT WOULD BE GREAT IF YOU: Have sales / business development experience Have experience working with brokers or third-party introducers. Are familiar with credit processes and financial documentation. We are an inclusive organisation and committed to ensuring our recruitment process is as accessible as possible to everyone. We will make adjustments for people who have a disability or long-term condition. If you need the job description or application form in an alternative format or would like to discuss the recruitment process with us, please email us at or request a call back. ABOUT US At Close Brothers we support employees to balance their work life priorities and in this role you will be able to enjoy a mixture of hybrid working. Close Brothers is a leading UK merchant banking group providing lending, deposit taking and securities trading. We employ approximately 3,000 people, principally in the United Kingdom and Ireland. Close Brothers Group plc is listed on the London Stock Exchange and is a constituent of the FTSE 250. To find out more about Close Brothers, please visit our careers page: To find out more about life at Close Brothers: To find out more about our benefits: To find out more about our commitment to creating an inclusive environment: Our Responsibility - Diversity and inclusion … Close Brothers Group The Company At Close Brothers Group, we are all connected by our mission to be the best place in the UK for wealth professionals and their clients. We believe that everyone should think ahead, have a financial plan and invest wisely. Our clients are professionals, business owners, individuals, charities, families, and employers, who rely on our clear financial advice and investment management services to preserve and grow their long-term savings and investments. We are a team of about 900 people based in 15 offices across the UK. Our geographic footprint means we can combine a local approach with face-to-face services to enable strong, long-term relationships with our clients. Sustainability is fundamental to our purpose and we have a responsibility to help address the social, economic and environmental challenges facing our business, colleagues and clients. We strive to do the right thing and are dedicated to helping the charities that matter most to our people. Our vision is to develop an open and inclusive company that ensures everyone is valued, respected and included, so that in years to come our business will represent a diverse and inclusive workforce from the top down. We look to recruit individuals from all different backgrounds. If this job is of interest to you but you do not meet every criteria then we encourage you still to apply as we are open to providing training opportunities. As an early adopter of hybrid working we are open to discussing all types of flexible working options, helping you to balance your work and home life. The Benefits Private medical Discounted health checks Stakeholder pension contribution Gym discounts Cycle to work scheme Gym discounts Purchase additional holiday
Sep 05, 2025
Full time
The Vacancy OVERALL SUMMARY At Close Brothers we look to recruit individuals from all different backgrounds and encourage you to apply even if you don't tick every box. We celebrate diversity, promote inclusivity and are open to discuss flexible work options to help you balance your work and home life. Join the Close Brothers Specialist Asset Finance team where, as a Business Development Associate (BDA) you will support the Business Development Directors (BDDs) in managing broker relationships and executing transactions. This role provides a structured development pathway for individuals aspiring to become BDDs, offering hands-on experience in credit analysis, deal structuring, and stakeholder engagement, while working on complex, high-value transactions within the middle-ticket market (ranging from £500k-5M). BDAs will work closely with BDDs to triage broker proposals, prepare credit submissions, and manage the administrative and operational aspects of transactions. The role is ideal for a commercially aware individual with strong organisational skills, a keen interest in asset finance, and a desire to grow into a senior client-facing role. RESPONSIBILITIES: Triage and assess incoming broker proposals for completeness and suitability. Gather additional information from brokers and clients to support proposal evaluation. Liaise with the sales support team to obtain exposure data, financials, and other supporting materials. Create and maintain Salesforce credit proposals, ensuring accuracy and completeness. Upload relevant documentation to Salesforce and maintain digital records. Support BDDs in structuring and progressing less complex finance transactions. Manage revolving credit and stage payment drawdowns in coordination with internal teams. Attend customer and broker meetings alongside BDDs where appropriate. Review finance documentation and coordinate dispatch to brokers. Prepare deal sheets and assist in documentation processes. Conduct asset inspections and report findings. Liaise with Broker Solutions to identify and onboard new Specialist Finance broker opportunities. WE WOULD LOVE TO HEAR FROM YOU IF YOU HAVE / ARE: Experience within the Asset Finance industry Strong financial acumen High attention to detail and accuracy. Strong organisational and administrative skills. Excellent written and verbal communication. Proactive and self-motivated with a willingness to learn. Comfortable working independently and as part of a team. Competent in Microsoft Office and CRM systems (e.g., Salesforce) IT IS NOT ESSENTIAL BUT IT WOULD BE GREAT IF YOU: Have sales / business development experience Have experience working with brokers or third-party introducers. Are familiar with credit processes and financial documentation. We are an inclusive organisation and committed to ensuring our recruitment process is as accessible as possible to everyone. We will make adjustments for people who have a disability or long-term condition. If you need the job description or application form in an alternative format or would like to discuss the recruitment process with us, please email us at or request a call back. ABOUT US At Close Brothers we support employees to balance their work life priorities and in this role you will be able to enjoy a mixture of hybrid working. Close Brothers is a leading UK merchant banking group providing lending, deposit taking and securities trading. We employ approximately 3,000 people, principally in the United Kingdom and Ireland. Close Brothers Group plc is listed on the London Stock Exchange and is a constituent of the FTSE 250. To find out more about Close Brothers, please visit our careers page: To find out more about life at Close Brothers: To find out more about our benefits: To find out more about our commitment to creating an inclusive environment: Our Responsibility - Diversity and inclusion … Close Brothers Group The Company At Close Brothers Group, we are all connected by our mission to be the best place in the UK for wealth professionals and their clients. We believe that everyone should think ahead, have a financial plan and invest wisely. Our clients are professionals, business owners, individuals, charities, families, and employers, who rely on our clear financial advice and investment management services to preserve and grow their long-term savings and investments. We are a team of about 900 people based in 15 offices across the UK. Our geographic footprint means we can combine a local approach with face-to-face services to enable strong, long-term relationships with our clients. Sustainability is fundamental to our purpose and we have a responsibility to help address the social, economic and environmental challenges facing our business, colleagues and clients. We strive to do the right thing and are dedicated to helping the charities that matter most to our people. Our vision is to develop an open and inclusive company that ensures everyone is valued, respected and included, so that in years to come our business will represent a diverse and inclusive workforce from the top down. We look to recruit individuals from all different backgrounds. If this job is of interest to you but you do not meet every criteria then we encourage you still to apply as we are open to providing training opportunities. As an early adopter of hybrid working we are open to discussing all types of flexible working options, helping you to balance your work and home life. The Benefits Private medical Discounted health checks Stakeholder pension contribution Gym discounts Cycle to work scheme Gym discounts Purchase additional holiday
The Vacancy OVERALL SUMMARY At Close Brothers we look to recruit individuals from all different backgrounds and encourage you to apply even if you don't tick every box. We celebrate diversity, promote inclusivity and are open to discuss flexible work options to help you balance your work and home life. Join the Close Brothers Finance Team where you will take responsibility for advising the business and finance teams, as well as taking ownership for the project management of tax projects and deliverables. Working as part of the Finance team our ideal team member will have previous experience in managing statutory tax compliance deadlines and obligations with an excellent ability to analyse numerical data, verbal data and all other sources of information. RESPONSIBILITIES Manage the Corporation Tax calculations for UK, Channel Islands, and Irish entities. Manage all associated projects e.g. Research and development and capital allowances. Ensure that tax computations and returns are filed with the relevant tax authorities, in the correct format and on a timely basis e.g. Corporation tax and PSA returns. Assist the line manager, the Tax finance director and tax accountants in ensuring that tax payments are made accurately and on time to the relevant tax authorities. Respond to tax related queries from internal or external stakeholders on a timely basis and in a practical/ commercial way e.g. tax advisory to business on a new product or queries from HMRC. Provide support to the finance function during reporting periods such as interim and yearend including preparation of detailed taxation calculations and statutory reporting forms. Ensure that adequate controls are in place including those required by the Senior Accounting Officer regulations and keeping documentation and risk registers up to date. Provide assistance in other areas of tax as required e.g. VAT. WE WOULD LOVE TO HEAR FROM YOU IF YOU HAVE: Experience in direct taxes. Professional qualification in accounting e.g. ACA, CA, ACCA, CTA or equivalent work experience. IT IS NOT ESSENTIAL BUT IT WOULD BE GREAT IF YOU HAVE: Experience in financial services. Experience in software tools such as SAP and ALFA. Professional qualification in tax e.g. ATT or CTA. We are an inclusive organisation and committed to ensuring our recruitment process is as accessible as possible to everyone. We will make adjustments for people who have a disability or long-term condition. If you need the job description or application form in an alternative format or would like to discuss the recruitment process with us, please email us at or request a call back. ABOUT US At Close Brothers we support employees to balance their work life priorities and in this role you will be able to enjoy a mixture of hybrid working. Close Brothers is a leading UK merchant banking group providing lending, deposit taking and securities trading. We employ approximately 3,000 people, principally in the United Kingdom and Ireland. Close Brothers Group plc is listed on the London Stock Exchange and is a constituent of the FTSE 250. To find out more about Close Brothers, please visit our careers page: To find out more about life at Close Brothers: To find out more about our benefits: To find out more about our commitment to creating an inclusive environment: Our Responsibility - Diversity and inclusion … Close Brothers Group The Company At Close Brothers Group, we are all connected by our mission to be the best place in the UK for wealth professionals and their clients. We believe that everyone should think ahead, have a financial plan and invest wisely. Our clients are professionals, business owners, individuals, charities, families, and employers, who rely on our clear financial advice and investment management services to preserve and grow their long-term savings and investments. We are a team of about 900 people based in 15 offices across the UK. Our geographic footprint means we can combine a local approach with face-to-face services to enable strong, long-term relationships with our clients. Sustainability is fundamental to our purpose and we have a responsibility to help address the social, economic and environmental challenges facing our business, colleagues and clients. We strive to do the right thing and are dedicated to helping the charities that matter most to our people. Our vision is to develop an open and inclusive company that ensures everyone is valued, respected and included, so that in years to come our business will represent a diverse and inclusive workforce from the top down. We look to recruit individuals from all different backgrounds. If this job is of interest to you but you do not meet every criteria then we encourage you still to apply as we are open to providing training opportunities. As an early adopter of hybrid working we are open to discussing all types of flexible working options, helping you to balance your work and home life. The Benefits Private medical Discounted health checks Stakeholder pension contribution Cycle to work scheme Gym discounts Purchase additional holiday
Sep 05, 2025
Full time
The Vacancy OVERALL SUMMARY At Close Brothers we look to recruit individuals from all different backgrounds and encourage you to apply even if you don't tick every box. We celebrate diversity, promote inclusivity and are open to discuss flexible work options to help you balance your work and home life. Join the Close Brothers Finance Team where you will take responsibility for advising the business and finance teams, as well as taking ownership for the project management of tax projects and deliverables. Working as part of the Finance team our ideal team member will have previous experience in managing statutory tax compliance deadlines and obligations with an excellent ability to analyse numerical data, verbal data and all other sources of information. RESPONSIBILITIES Manage the Corporation Tax calculations for UK, Channel Islands, and Irish entities. Manage all associated projects e.g. Research and development and capital allowances. Ensure that tax computations and returns are filed with the relevant tax authorities, in the correct format and on a timely basis e.g. Corporation tax and PSA returns. Assist the line manager, the Tax finance director and tax accountants in ensuring that tax payments are made accurately and on time to the relevant tax authorities. Respond to tax related queries from internal or external stakeholders on a timely basis and in a practical/ commercial way e.g. tax advisory to business on a new product or queries from HMRC. Provide support to the finance function during reporting periods such as interim and yearend including preparation of detailed taxation calculations and statutory reporting forms. Ensure that adequate controls are in place including those required by the Senior Accounting Officer regulations and keeping documentation and risk registers up to date. Provide assistance in other areas of tax as required e.g. VAT. WE WOULD LOVE TO HEAR FROM YOU IF YOU HAVE: Experience in direct taxes. Professional qualification in accounting e.g. ACA, CA, ACCA, CTA or equivalent work experience. IT IS NOT ESSENTIAL BUT IT WOULD BE GREAT IF YOU HAVE: Experience in financial services. Experience in software tools such as SAP and ALFA. Professional qualification in tax e.g. ATT or CTA. We are an inclusive organisation and committed to ensuring our recruitment process is as accessible as possible to everyone. We will make adjustments for people who have a disability or long-term condition. If you need the job description or application form in an alternative format or would like to discuss the recruitment process with us, please email us at or request a call back. ABOUT US At Close Brothers we support employees to balance their work life priorities and in this role you will be able to enjoy a mixture of hybrid working. Close Brothers is a leading UK merchant banking group providing lending, deposit taking and securities trading. We employ approximately 3,000 people, principally in the United Kingdom and Ireland. Close Brothers Group plc is listed on the London Stock Exchange and is a constituent of the FTSE 250. To find out more about Close Brothers, please visit our careers page: To find out more about life at Close Brothers: To find out more about our benefits: To find out more about our commitment to creating an inclusive environment: Our Responsibility - Diversity and inclusion … Close Brothers Group The Company At Close Brothers Group, we are all connected by our mission to be the best place in the UK for wealth professionals and their clients. We believe that everyone should think ahead, have a financial plan and invest wisely. Our clients are professionals, business owners, individuals, charities, families, and employers, who rely on our clear financial advice and investment management services to preserve and grow their long-term savings and investments. We are a team of about 900 people based in 15 offices across the UK. Our geographic footprint means we can combine a local approach with face-to-face services to enable strong, long-term relationships with our clients. Sustainability is fundamental to our purpose and we have a responsibility to help address the social, economic and environmental challenges facing our business, colleagues and clients. We strive to do the right thing and are dedicated to helping the charities that matter most to our people. Our vision is to develop an open and inclusive company that ensures everyone is valued, respected and included, so that in years to come our business will represent a diverse and inclusive workforce from the top down. We look to recruit individuals from all different backgrounds. If this job is of interest to you but you do not meet every criteria then we encourage you still to apply as we are open to providing training opportunities. As an early adopter of hybrid working we are open to discussing all types of flexible working options, helping you to balance your work and home life. The Benefits Private medical Discounted health checks Stakeholder pension contribution Cycle to work scheme Gym discounts Purchase additional holiday
About the Company We are representing a leading, expansive building surveying firm with a strong national and international presence. Our client works with major institutions, including private developers, public sector bodies, and large commercial clients. The firm is known for delivering high-quality, innovative solutions across a diverse range of sectors, including commercial, residential, retail, and industrial. We are currently looking for an experienced and ambitious Associate Director to join their growing team in London. This is a fantastic opportunity to take a senior role, overseeing project and professional services for key institutional clients while managing a talented team and contributing to the strategic growth of the business. The Role As Associate Director Building Surveying, you will be responsible for managing a variety of complex and high-profile building surveying projects and professional services for institutional clients. You will work closely with senior leadership to drive the strategic direction of the department and ensure exceptional service delivery. This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a client-facing, fast-paced environment and is eager to contribute to business development, team leadership, and project success. Key Responsibilities: Lead and manage building surveying projects for large institutions, ensuring the delivery of high-quality work on time and within budget. Oversee a range of professional services, including dilapidations, schedules of condition, party wall matters, building surveys, and asset management advice. Provide strategic advice to clients and develop long-term relationships with key institutional stakeholders. Manage and mentor a team of surveyors, providing guidance and supporting their professional development. Contribute to business development efforts, identifying new opportunities and managing client relationships. Liaise with contractors, architects, and other consultants to ensure seamless project delivery. Assist in the preparation of fee proposals and tenders for new work. Take responsibility for the day-to-day management of client portfolios, ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements. Support the wider team with technical expertise and leadership, contributing to knowledge-sharing initiatives within the firm. About You We are seeking an experienced Building Surveyor with the following qualifications and experience: MRICS qualification (or equivalent) with significant post-qualification experience in building surveying. Proven experience in managing large-scale projects for institutional clients, with a strong track record of delivering professional services. Strong technical expertise across building surveying disciplines, including dilapidations, condition surveys, project management, and asset management. Experience in leading teams and managing client relationships effectively. A proactive approach to business development, with a demonstrated ability to win new work and expand existing relationships. Strong communication skills, with the ability to present confidently to clients and stakeholders at all levels. A commercial mindset and the ability to manage budgets and financials for multiple projects. Excellent problem-solving and organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize and manage a diverse workload. Experience with business development and contributing to the growth of a team or department is highly advantageous. What s on Offer Competitive salary and attractive benefits package. Opportunities for career progression within a large and expanding firm. The chance to work on prestigious and varied projects for leading institutional clients. A dynamic, collaborative, and professional working environment. Flexible working arrangements, including the option for hybrid working.
Sep 05, 2025
Full time
About the Company We are representing a leading, expansive building surveying firm with a strong national and international presence. Our client works with major institutions, including private developers, public sector bodies, and large commercial clients. The firm is known for delivering high-quality, innovative solutions across a diverse range of sectors, including commercial, residential, retail, and industrial. We are currently looking for an experienced and ambitious Associate Director to join their growing team in London. This is a fantastic opportunity to take a senior role, overseeing project and professional services for key institutional clients while managing a talented team and contributing to the strategic growth of the business. The Role As Associate Director Building Surveying, you will be responsible for managing a variety of complex and high-profile building surveying projects and professional services for institutional clients. You will work closely with senior leadership to drive the strategic direction of the department and ensure exceptional service delivery. This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a client-facing, fast-paced environment and is eager to contribute to business development, team leadership, and project success. Key Responsibilities: Lead and manage building surveying projects for large institutions, ensuring the delivery of high-quality work on time and within budget. Oversee a range of professional services, including dilapidations, schedules of condition, party wall matters, building surveys, and asset management advice. Provide strategic advice to clients and develop long-term relationships with key institutional stakeholders. Manage and mentor a team of surveyors, providing guidance and supporting their professional development. Contribute to business development efforts, identifying new opportunities and managing client relationships. Liaise with contractors, architects, and other consultants to ensure seamless project delivery. Assist in the preparation of fee proposals and tenders for new work. Take responsibility for the day-to-day management of client portfolios, ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements. Support the wider team with technical expertise and leadership, contributing to knowledge-sharing initiatives within the firm. About You We are seeking an experienced Building Surveyor with the following qualifications and experience: MRICS qualification (or equivalent) with significant post-qualification experience in building surveying. Proven experience in managing large-scale projects for institutional clients, with a strong track record of delivering professional services. Strong technical expertise across building surveying disciplines, including dilapidations, condition surveys, project management, and asset management. Experience in leading teams and managing client relationships effectively. A proactive approach to business development, with a demonstrated ability to win new work and expand existing relationships. Strong communication skills, with the ability to present confidently to clients and stakeholders at all levels. A commercial mindset and the ability to manage budgets and financials for multiple projects. Excellent problem-solving and organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize and manage a diverse workload. Experience with business development and contributing to the growth of a team or department is highly advantageous. What s on Offer Competitive salary and attractive benefits package. Opportunities for career progression within a large and expanding firm. The chance to work on prestigious and varied projects for leading institutional clients. A dynamic, collaborative, and professional working environment. Flexible working arrangements, including the option for hybrid working.
Locations : London Atlanta Boston 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 Global Platform Team Lead and Senior Director - IT Security is responsible for leading the design, delivery, and continuous evolution of BCG's security platforms across identity, device, and data protection domains. This role ensures end-to-end security engineering across all technology environments, including cloud, on-prem, and hybrid systems. The leader will drive strategic planning, execution, and operations of scalable, automated, and resilient security controls that protect BCG's global operations and users, while enabling innovation and agility across BCG Core, BCG X, and CT worldwide. This role is also accountable for embedding security within DevSecOps practices, enforcing automation at scale, and applying Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) principles across all security services. The role requires strong partnership with ISRM, with a focus on balancing and prioritizing security requirements, automation opportunities, user experience needs, and broader business outcomes. Key Responsibilities: Strategic Leadership & Transformation: Define and execute a unified security engineering strategy that addresses identity, endpoint, and data protection across all environments. Lead the design and implementation of scalable, automated security solutions that integrate seamlessly into enterprise platforms and user experiences. Establish a global security architecture and engineering roadmap focused on prevention, detection, and rapid response. Drive continuous improvement of security posture while aligning with business needs, regulatory requirements, and user experience expectations. Champion DevSecOps practices to embed security early into development and delivery workflows. Security Platform Engineering: Lead end-to-end engineering for identity and access management (IAM), including authentication, authorization, and privileged access controls. Oversee endpoint security architecture and enforcement, ensuring comprehensive coverage for threat detection, malware prevention, and device compliance. Build and operate scalable data protection solutions, including data loss prevention (DLP), secrets management, encryption, and classification. Integrate security controls into CI/CD pipelines, cloud-native services, and on-prem platforms to enforce security-by-design principles. Deliver security capabilities that support modern work scenarios, remote access, zero-trust networking, and AI/ML workloads. Leverage automation frameworks and IaC to improve scalability and reduce manual intervention. Operational Security, SRE & Assurance: Ensure security platforms are resilient, continuously monitored, and designed for 24x7 support and incident response readiness. Embed security telemetry and observability to enable proactive threat detection and automated response. Apply SRE principles to improve reliability, performance, and maintainability of security services. Lead platform health, patching automation, and vulnerability remediation workflows. Define service level objectives (SLOs) and key performance indicators (KPIs) for all security services. Compliance, Governance & Risk Management: Ensure alignment with global compliance requirements such as ISO 27001, NIST, SOC 2, GDPR, and others. Partner with governance, legal, and ISRM teams to implement enforceable policies and standards across identity, endpoint, and data domains. Operationalize policy enforcement through automated controls and continuous compliance checks. Lead risk mitigation efforts with technical solutions that scale across diverse user and system profiles. Financial & Vendor Management: Manage security platform budgets and investments with a focus on cost optimization and long-term value. Evaluate and manage third-party vendors and partners, ensuring they meet technical, contractual, and security expectations. Lead procurement and renewal cycles in alignment with operational and architectural strategies. Leadership & Talent Development: Build and mentor a global team of security engineers, fostering a high-performance, collaborative, and forward-thinking culture. Drive internal knowledge sharing and upskilling programs across security architecture, automation, and secure software engineering. Collaborate cross-functionally with platform, product, and enterprise architecture teams to embed security early and often. What You'll Bring Required Qualifications: 10+ years of experience in cybersecurity, security engineering, or platform security roles. 5+ years in a senior leadership position with accountability for enterprise-scale security platforms. Deep expertise in IAM, endpoint security, and data protection technologies, with proven ability to design and scale global solutions. Experience with security engineering in hybrid and cloud-native environments (AWS, Azure, GCP). Proven track record in automating security controls, implementing zero-trust models, and supporting 24x7 security operations. Strong understanding of compliance frameworks and risk management strategies. Preferred Qualifications: Certifications such as CISSP, CCSP, CISM, AWS/Azure Security Specialty, or equivalent. Experience with tools like Okta, Azure AD, CrowdStrike, Tanium, Zscaler, Vault, and other modern security platforms. Familiarity with DevSecOps principles, Infrastructure as Code, and secure software development practices. Who You'll Work With Work Environment & Additional Information: Hybrid or on-site work model. Occasional travel may be required for business, vendor, or team engagement. Ability to operate in a fast-paced, complex environment, balancing long-term strategy with operational agility. 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.
Sep 05, 2025
Full time
Locations : London Atlanta Boston 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 Global Platform Team Lead and Senior Director - IT Security is responsible for leading the design, delivery, and continuous evolution of BCG's security platforms across identity, device, and data protection domains. This role ensures end-to-end security engineering across all technology environments, including cloud, on-prem, and hybrid systems. The leader will drive strategic planning, execution, and operations of scalable, automated, and resilient security controls that protect BCG's global operations and users, while enabling innovation and agility across BCG Core, BCG X, and CT worldwide. This role is also accountable for embedding security within DevSecOps practices, enforcing automation at scale, and applying Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) principles across all security services. The role requires strong partnership with ISRM, with a focus on balancing and prioritizing security requirements, automation opportunities, user experience needs, and broader business outcomes. Key Responsibilities: Strategic Leadership & Transformation: Define and execute a unified security engineering strategy that addresses identity, endpoint, and data protection across all environments. Lead the design and implementation of scalable, automated security solutions that integrate seamlessly into enterprise platforms and user experiences. Establish a global security architecture and engineering roadmap focused on prevention, detection, and rapid response. Drive continuous improvement of security posture while aligning with business needs, regulatory requirements, and user experience expectations. Champion DevSecOps practices to embed security early into development and delivery workflows. Security Platform Engineering: Lead end-to-end engineering for identity and access management (IAM), including authentication, authorization, and privileged access controls. Oversee endpoint security architecture and enforcement, ensuring comprehensive coverage for threat detection, malware prevention, and device compliance. Build and operate scalable data protection solutions, including data loss prevention (DLP), secrets management, encryption, and classification. Integrate security controls into CI/CD pipelines, cloud-native services, and on-prem platforms to enforce security-by-design principles. Deliver security capabilities that support modern work scenarios, remote access, zero-trust networking, and AI/ML workloads. Leverage automation frameworks and IaC to improve scalability and reduce manual intervention. Operational Security, SRE & Assurance: Ensure security platforms are resilient, continuously monitored, and designed for 24x7 support and incident response readiness. Embed security telemetry and observability to enable proactive threat detection and automated response. Apply SRE principles to improve reliability, performance, and maintainability of security services. Lead platform health, patching automation, and vulnerability remediation workflows. Define service level objectives (SLOs) and key performance indicators (KPIs) for all security services. Compliance, Governance & Risk Management: Ensure alignment with global compliance requirements such as ISO 27001, NIST, SOC 2, GDPR, and others. Partner with governance, legal, and ISRM teams to implement enforceable policies and standards across identity, endpoint, and data domains. Operationalize policy enforcement through automated controls and continuous compliance checks. Lead risk mitigation efforts with technical solutions that scale across diverse user and system profiles. Financial & Vendor Management: Manage security platform budgets and investments with a focus on cost optimization and long-term value. Evaluate and manage third-party vendors and partners, ensuring they meet technical, contractual, and security expectations. Lead procurement and renewal cycles in alignment with operational and architectural strategies. Leadership & Talent Development: Build and mentor a global team of security engineers, fostering a high-performance, collaborative, and forward-thinking culture. Drive internal knowledge sharing and upskilling programs across security architecture, automation, and secure software engineering. Collaborate cross-functionally with platform, product, and enterprise architecture teams to embed security early and often. What You'll Bring Required Qualifications: 10+ years of experience in cybersecurity, security engineering, or platform security roles. 5+ years in a senior leadership position with accountability for enterprise-scale security platforms. Deep expertise in IAM, endpoint security, and data protection technologies, with proven ability to design and scale global solutions. Experience with security engineering in hybrid and cloud-native environments (AWS, Azure, GCP). Proven track record in automating security controls, implementing zero-trust models, and supporting 24x7 security operations. Strong understanding of compliance frameworks and risk management strategies. Preferred Qualifications: Certifications such as CISSP, CCSP, CISM, AWS/Azure Security Specialty, or equivalent. Experience with tools like Okta, Azure AD, CrowdStrike, Tanium, Zscaler, Vault, and other modern security platforms. Familiarity with DevSecOps principles, Infrastructure as Code, and secure software development practices. Who You'll Work With Work Environment & Additional Information: Hybrid or on-site work model. Occasional travel may be required for business, vendor, or team engagement. Ability to operate in a fast-paced, complex environment, balancing long-term strategy with operational agility. 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.
The Assistant Director of Finance will oversee financial operations and provide strategic guidance to support informed decision-making within the public sector. This role in Sheffield requires expertise in accounting and finance to ensure compliance and effective resource management. Client Details This public sector organisation operates within Sheffield and plays a key role in delivering essential services. As a medium-sized entity, it is committed to financial accountability and operational excellence within the accounting and finance domain. Description Oversee the preparation and management of budgets, forecasts, and financial reports. Ensure compliance with all relevant public sector financial regulations and standards. Provide strategic financial advice to senior management and stakeholders. Lead and develop a team of finance professionals to achieve departmental goals. Implement and monitor financial controls to safeguard organisational resources. Support decision-making through detailed financial analysis and reporting. Collaborate with other departments to optimise resource allocation and efficiency. Identify and mitigate financial risks to ensure long-term sustainability. Profile A successful Assistant Director of Finance should have: Professional qualifications in accounting or finance (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA). Experience in managing financial operations within the public sector. Strong knowledge of public sector financial regulations and compliance requirements. Proven ability to lead and develop a finance team effectively. Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills. Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities. Job Offer Competitive salary estimated between 72000 and 80000 per annum. Permanent position offering job security and growth opportunities. Potential for additional benefits to be confirmed upon joining. Work within a public sector organisation committed to financial accountability. Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in Sheffield's financial operations. If you are ready to take the next step in your accounting and finance career within the public sector, we encourage you to apply for this exciting role in South Yorkshire.
Sep 05, 2025
Full time
The Assistant Director of Finance will oversee financial operations and provide strategic guidance to support informed decision-making within the public sector. This role in Sheffield requires expertise in accounting and finance to ensure compliance and effective resource management. Client Details This public sector organisation operates within Sheffield and plays a key role in delivering essential services. As a medium-sized entity, it is committed to financial accountability and operational excellence within the accounting and finance domain. Description Oversee the preparation and management of budgets, forecasts, and financial reports. Ensure compliance with all relevant public sector financial regulations and standards. Provide strategic financial advice to senior management and stakeholders. Lead and develop a team of finance professionals to achieve departmental goals. Implement and monitor financial controls to safeguard organisational resources. Support decision-making through detailed financial analysis and reporting. Collaborate with other departments to optimise resource allocation and efficiency. Identify and mitigate financial risks to ensure long-term sustainability. Profile A successful Assistant Director of Finance should have: Professional qualifications in accounting or finance (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA). Experience in managing financial operations within the public sector. Strong knowledge of public sector financial regulations and compliance requirements. Proven ability to lead and develop a finance team effectively. Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills. Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities. Job Offer Competitive salary estimated between 72000 and 80000 per annum. Permanent position offering job security and growth opportunities. Potential for additional benefits to be confirmed upon joining. Work within a public sector organisation committed to financial accountability. Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in Sheffield's financial operations. If you are ready to take the next step in your accounting and finance career within the public sector, we encourage you to apply for this exciting role in South Yorkshire.
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. The Role: We are seeking a Head of Business Development (BD) & Sales to join Saab UK's BD team, working closely with Saab UK's Land Systems operating division. This role specifically focuses on Saab's Barracuda and Tactical Support Solutions portfolio. Reporting directly to the Vice President Business Development and work closely with Head of Barracuda UK and wider BD & sales team. The Head of BD & Sales Survivability and Infrastructure acts as the Customer Sales Responsible (CSR) for their prospects. Stakeholder engagement at all levels within the Ministry of Defence (MOD) is essential to this role. Therefore, applicants will need to have had prior involvement in running large campaigns and stakeholder management. As this is an important role within the Land Systems team and will represent Saab's continued relationship building with the UK MOD therefore, the individual will be required to have an intricate understanding of Land operations and ideally will have come from a British Army background, with a demonstrable understanding of the product portfolio, or of comparable products. The Head of BD & Sales is also responsible for creating the winning strategy and determining the market price working closely with the Product Sales Responsible (PSR). To support this and to build Saab's position within the UK market, the Head of BD & Sales conducts business intelligence, as part of the Competitive and Market Intelligence (CMI) process, and business development work. Applicants must be capable of establishing and maintaining effective relationships with key stakeholders from Programme leads, Original Equipment Manufacturers and End Users; in each case creating an effective narrative and having an ability to identify opportunities and progress them to secure sales. Key Responsibilities: Win business through product sales for the Barracuda Camouflage and Deployable Infrastructure portfolio of products. Acquire and maintain relevant product knowledge. Establish and maintain customer relationships, including key influencers and gate keepers (for example, with Dstl). Establish and maintain relevant Business Unit networks. Establish and maintain relations with other Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEM) for Business-to-Business opportunities. Sales engagement with potential customers and partners, leading opportunity and need identification. Organise and participate at exhibitions and other customer-facing events in close cooperation with the Saab UK Business Development Event Coordinator. Support a wide range of events, briefings and demonstrations to expand brand and product awareness, leading to increasing Order Intake. Lead the Win Business process, including securing internal-to-Saab approvals and preparing responses to Requests for Quotation and routine proposals. Conduct market, customer and competitor analysis in order to develop business. Maintain, evaluate and manage market networks and consultants. Identify, prioritise and qualify new business opportunities and leads. Establish, maintain and update all opportunities in the Customer Relationship Management tool. Create business-winning strategies for each opportunity. Collaborate with Saab's sales and product personnel for respective projects. Participate and support contract and commercial negotiations, acting as the bridge across the entire span between the capability requirements of the end user, and the engineering realities of Production (specialist Commercial, Financial and Production personnel are available to assist and support). Synchronize with other Saab stakeholders in relevant cases. Complete routine reporting including weekly reporting to Saab UK Director of Business Development and Sales. Work in alignment with Saab's policies and directives. Contribution to Barracuda plans including the Long-Term Order Intake Plan and to lesson identification. Skills and Experience: Experience and understanding of the UK Defence, acquisition process and budgets. Leadership and teamwork skills including effective prioritisation and time management. Experience of marketing and sales or other relevant sectors. Experience working with Defence Equipment and Support (DE&S) or wider acquisition; commercial, business development or sales experience would also be desirable. Experience running large campaigns and stakeholder management. Experience in contributing to a multi-disciplinary team in a fast-paced, high-pressure, deadline-driven environment, to achieve KPIs and Objectives, including within a matrix management context. Excellent communication, negotiation and stakeholder management skills within both defence and industry communities to establish and maintain trusted relationships. Effective prioritisation and time management. Excellent written and spoken communication skills in English. A UK driving licence. 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.
Sep 05, 2025
Full time
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. The Role: We are seeking a Head of Business Development (BD) & Sales to join Saab UK's BD team, working closely with Saab UK's Land Systems operating division. This role specifically focuses on Saab's Barracuda and Tactical Support Solutions portfolio. Reporting directly to the Vice President Business Development and work closely with Head of Barracuda UK and wider BD & sales team. The Head of BD & Sales Survivability and Infrastructure acts as the Customer Sales Responsible (CSR) for their prospects. Stakeholder engagement at all levels within the Ministry of Defence (MOD) is essential to this role. Therefore, applicants will need to have had prior involvement in running large campaigns and stakeholder management. As this is an important role within the Land Systems team and will represent Saab's continued relationship building with the UK MOD therefore, the individual will be required to have an intricate understanding of Land operations and ideally will have come from a British Army background, with a demonstrable understanding of the product portfolio, or of comparable products. The Head of BD & Sales is also responsible for creating the winning strategy and determining the market price working closely with the Product Sales Responsible (PSR). To support this and to build Saab's position within the UK market, the Head of BD & Sales conducts business intelligence, as part of the Competitive and Market Intelligence (CMI) process, and business development work. Applicants must be capable of establishing and maintaining effective relationships with key stakeholders from Programme leads, Original Equipment Manufacturers and End Users; in each case creating an effective narrative and having an ability to identify opportunities and progress them to secure sales. Key Responsibilities: Win business through product sales for the Barracuda Camouflage and Deployable Infrastructure portfolio of products. Acquire and maintain relevant product knowledge. Establish and maintain customer relationships, including key influencers and gate keepers (for example, with Dstl). Establish and maintain relevant Business Unit networks. Establish and maintain relations with other Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEM) for Business-to-Business opportunities. Sales engagement with potential customers and partners, leading opportunity and need identification. Organise and participate at exhibitions and other customer-facing events in close cooperation with the Saab UK Business Development Event Coordinator. Support a wide range of events, briefings and demonstrations to expand brand and product awareness, leading to increasing Order Intake. Lead the Win Business process, including securing internal-to-Saab approvals and preparing responses to Requests for Quotation and routine proposals. Conduct market, customer and competitor analysis in order to develop business. Maintain, evaluate and manage market networks and consultants. Identify, prioritise and qualify new business opportunities and leads. Establish, maintain and update all opportunities in the Customer Relationship Management tool. Create business-winning strategies for each opportunity. Collaborate with Saab's sales and product personnel for respective projects. Participate and support contract and commercial negotiations, acting as the bridge across the entire span between the capability requirements of the end user, and the engineering realities of Production (specialist Commercial, Financial and Production personnel are available to assist and support). Synchronize with other Saab stakeholders in relevant cases. Complete routine reporting including weekly reporting to Saab UK Director of Business Development and Sales. Work in alignment with Saab's policies and directives. Contribution to Barracuda plans including the Long-Term Order Intake Plan and to lesson identification. Skills and Experience: Experience and understanding of the UK Defence, acquisition process and budgets. Leadership and teamwork skills including effective prioritisation and time management. Experience of marketing and sales or other relevant sectors. Experience working with Defence Equipment and Support (DE&S) or wider acquisition; commercial, business development or sales experience would also be desirable. Experience running large campaigns and stakeholder management. Experience in contributing to a multi-disciplinary team in a fast-paced, high-pressure, deadline-driven environment, to achieve KPIs and Objectives, including within a matrix management context. Excellent communication, negotiation and stakeholder management skills within both defence and industry communities to establish and maintain trusted relationships. Effective prioritisation and time management. Excellent written and spoken communication skills in English. A UK driving licence. 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.
