Group Manager Housing and Homelessness Services DIRECTORATE: Chief Executive s Directorate DEPARTMENT: Finance, Housing and Change / Partnerships and Housing / Housing and Homelessness Services GRADE OF POST: GR16 RESPONSIBLE TO: Head of Partnerships and Housing SALARY: £59,985 - £61,085 per annum JOB PURPOSE The Group Manager will have strategic management responsibility for all services delivered within the Housing Service. The Group Manager's role is to ensure that the operation of the housing service is managed professionally and that the Head of Partnerships and Housing is competently supported in the provision of housing related services to residents in Bridgend County Borough Council. PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACTIVITIES: Oversee and manage the Housing and Homelessness Service for the Council and provide advice to the Head of Partnerships and Housing on all Housing related matters. Oversee the planning and delivery of the overarching commissioning and planning objectives for Housing and the Housing Support Grant, ensuring they contribute towards targeting those most in need in the community. Initiate and develop partnerships and multi-disciplinary working with other local authorities, regional and national bodies and other public/ private/third sector partners necessary to deliver the housing service. Manage the delivery of new affordable housing, oversee the monitoring and management of grant to maximise the investment in in Bridgend County Borough Council including but not limited to Social Housing Grant, Transitional Capital Programme, s106, Recycled Capital Grant etc. Proactively develop relationships with all departments across the Authority, providing strategic input regarding the delivery of housing related services as part of a wider review of developments across the Authority. Oversee and promote the delivery of the Leasing Scheme Wales by working with private householders or landlords to bring properties back into use to support the social housing market. Oversee the development of temporary accommodation options in the area including the use of HMO accommodation and modular housing Oversee the Disabled Facility Grant service. Lead on all aspects of housing and homelessness services working by with Elected Members, corporate managers and service teams to achieve excellence. Initiate and develop partnerships and multi-disciplinary working with other local authorities, regional and national bodies and other public/ private/third sector partners as necessary to deliver the housing and community regeneration service. Keep up-to-date with best practice in Housing and Homelessness services with the aim of delivering a modern, innovative service ensuring all aspects of the service meet Bridgend County Borough Council s ambition to provide the best local services in Wales. Lead on the creation of all Housing related policies across the Council and to advise the Head of Partnerships and Housing accordingly. Implement and manage service level agreements, contracts and negotiations with external suppliers and partners to ensure they meet the appropriate needs of Bridgend County Borough Council. Implement performance management within the Housing service to include the production and monitoring of agreed performance and budget information for the Housing and Homelessness Service. GENERAL DUTIES Health and Safety To fulfil the general and specific roles and responsibilities detailed in the Health and Safety Policy Equal Opportunities To ensure that all activities are operated in accordance with Equal Opportunities legislation and best practice. Safeguarding Protecting children, young people or adults at risk is a core responsibility of all employees. Any concerns should be reported to the Adult Safeguarding Team or Children s IAA Service within MASH. Review and Right to Vary This Job Description is as currently applies and will be reviewed regularly. You may be required to undertake other tasks that can be reasonably assigned to you, including development activities, which are within your capability and grade.
Sep 05, 2025
Full time
Group Manager Housing and Homelessness Services DIRECTORATE: Chief Executive s Directorate DEPARTMENT: Finance, Housing and Change / Partnerships and Housing / Housing and Homelessness Services GRADE OF POST: GR16 RESPONSIBLE TO: Head of Partnerships and Housing SALARY: £59,985 - £61,085 per annum JOB PURPOSE The Group Manager will have strategic management responsibility for all services delivered within the Housing Service. The Group Manager's role is to ensure that the operation of the housing service is managed professionally and that the Head of Partnerships and Housing is competently supported in the provision of housing related services to residents in Bridgend County Borough Council. PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACTIVITIES: Oversee and manage the Housing and Homelessness Service for the Council and provide advice to the Head of Partnerships and Housing on all Housing related matters. Oversee the planning and delivery of the overarching commissioning and planning objectives for Housing and the Housing Support Grant, ensuring they contribute towards targeting those most in need in the community. Initiate and develop partnerships and multi-disciplinary working with other local authorities, regional and national bodies and other public/ private/third sector partners necessary to deliver the housing service. Manage the delivery of new affordable housing, oversee the monitoring and management of grant to maximise the investment in in Bridgend County Borough Council including but not limited to Social Housing Grant, Transitional Capital Programme, s106, Recycled Capital Grant etc. Proactively develop relationships with all departments across the Authority, providing strategic input regarding the delivery of housing related services as part of a wider review of developments across the Authority. Oversee and promote the delivery of the Leasing Scheme Wales by working with private householders or landlords to bring properties back into use to support the social housing market. Oversee the development of temporary accommodation options in the area including the use of HMO accommodation and modular housing Oversee the Disabled Facility Grant service. Lead on all aspects of housing and homelessness services working by with Elected Members, corporate managers and service teams to achieve excellence. Initiate and develop partnerships and multi-disciplinary working with other local authorities, regional and national bodies and other public/ private/third sector partners as necessary to deliver the housing and community regeneration service. Keep up-to-date with best practice in Housing and Homelessness services with the aim of delivering a modern, innovative service ensuring all aspects of the service meet Bridgend County Borough Council s ambition to provide the best local services in Wales. Lead on the creation of all Housing related policies across the Council and to advise the Head of Partnerships and Housing accordingly. Implement and manage service level agreements, contracts and negotiations with external suppliers and partners to ensure they meet the appropriate needs of Bridgend County Borough Council. Implement performance management within the Housing service to include the production and monitoring of agreed performance and budget information for the Housing and Homelessness Service. GENERAL DUTIES Health and Safety To fulfil the general and specific roles and responsibilities detailed in the Health and Safety Policy Equal Opportunities To ensure that all activities are operated in accordance with Equal Opportunities legislation and best practice. Safeguarding Protecting children, young people or adults at risk is a core responsibility of all employees. Any concerns should be reported to the Adult Safeguarding Team or Children s IAA Service within MASH. Review and Right to Vary This Job Description is as currently applies and will be reviewed regularly. You may be required to undertake other tasks that can be reasonably assigned to you, including development activities, which are within your capability and grade.
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
Interim Management Accountant - 6m FTC - German Speaking - c. £70,000 Your new company We are supporting a privately-owned media business, with the hire of a German-speaking accountant to oversee month-end and support a lean team. Your new role Reporting to the Finance Director, you will be: Business Analysis: Understand operations, identify financial issues, and suggest improvements. Accounts & Documentation: Oversee transaction processing, ledger accuracy, and period-end closings. Financial Reporting: Deliver timely reports, variance analysis, and strategic insights. Cash Flow: Forecast and monitor cash flow, working capital, and trends. Costing & Margins: Analyse production costs and profitability; identify savings. Stock Management: Ensure accurate inventory records and assess financial impact. Production Finance: Evaluate production efficiency, costs, and investment decisions. If you have experience of the above, and can start immediately, please get in touch! What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #
Sep 05, 2025
Full time
Interim Management Accountant - 6m FTC - German Speaking - c. £70,000 Your new company We are supporting a privately-owned media business, with the hire of a German-speaking accountant to oversee month-end and support a lean team. Your new role Reporting to the Finance Director, you will be: Business Analysis: Understand operations, identify financial issues, and suggest improvements. Accounts & Documentation: Oversee transaction processing, ledger accuracy, and period-end closings. Financial Reporting: Deliver timely reports, variance analysis, and strategic insights. Cash Flow: Forecast and monitor cash flow, working capital, and trends. Costing & Margins: Analyse production costs and profitability; identify savings. Stock Management: Ensure accurate inventory records and assess financial impact. Production Finance: Evaluate production efficiency, costs, and investment decisions. If you have experience of the above, and can start immediately, please get in touch! What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #
Corporate Tax Manager We're working with one of the largest UK payroll providers and leading firm of Accountants and Business Advisers operating across the UK, Ireland and the Nordics. They are expanding and require a talented individual within their Senior Tax Advisory team. To note, our client is very open to negotiations dependent on experience. They often have room to accommodate more senior employees so please still enquire. Manchester Up to £85,000 per annum Permanent Full-Time (37.5 hours per week) Hybrid but this role requires presence at the Manchester office Are you a Corporate Tax expert looking to take the next step in your career - seeking a clearly defined route to Partner? Role: We are seeking an experienced Corporate Tax Manager to join a growing team in Manchester. As a key member of the North West tax team, you'll be responsible for managing a diverse portfolio of corporate tax clients, overseeing compliance, supporting with advisory projects, and mentoring junior team members. Key Responsibilities: Client Portfolio Management - Own and oversee a portfolio of corporate tax clients across a variety of sectors. Manage and deliver high-quality tax compliance services, including reviewing corporation tax returns, computations, and associated filings. Monitor workflow and ensure compliance deadlines are met. Tax Advisory & Planning - Support the delivery of bespoke tax advisory projects, including restructuring, acquisitions/disposals, R&D tax relief, capital allowances, and international tax issues. Research complex technical areas of tax legislation and present practical solutions to clients. Work directly with partners on strategic tax planning assignments and business development initiatives. Team Leadership & Development - Coach and develop junior members of the tax team, supporting their professional growth and technical development. Play an active role in developing strategy by nurturing talent and fostering a high-performance culture. Assist in internal training sessions and share knowledge across the wider tax and advisory teams. Client Relationship Building - Build long-lasting client relationships through effective communication, responsiveness, and a deep understanding of their business needs. Identify opportunities to provide additional services and add value to clients. Requirements: CTA / ACA / ACCA / CA qualified (or equivalent) Proven experience working in a Corporate Tax or Mixed Tax role within a UK accountancy practice Strong technical knowledge of UK corporate tax legislation and HMRC processes Experience of managing a client portfolio and leading on advisory work Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to explain complex tax matters in simple terms Strong commercial awareness and ability to identify value-adding opportunities for clients Previous experience leading or mentoring junior staff would be highly beneficial Benefits: This is an opportunity where there is: Clear progression pathways with opportunity to advance to Director/Partner level A supportive and collaborative culture where your voice is heard Access to a diverse and interesting client base across sectors Flexible working culture with genuine investment in work/life balance A modern, ambitious firm with strong regional presence and national backing As well as: Pension Scheme - Secure your future with a comprehensive pension plan. 33 Days Annual Leave - Achieve a healthy work-life balance with generous holiday entitlement. Life Assurance (4x Salary) - Supporting you and your family. Employee Referral Bonus - Be rewarded for bringing talent to the team. Employee Benefits Portal - Access to cashback and discounts on everyday purchases. Learning & Development Opportunities - Continuous support for professional and personal growth. Career Coaching - Ongoing career support and development. Birthday Day Off - Enjoy a day off on your special day. Enhanced Parental & Family Leave - Supporting you through life's important moments. Social Events - A chance to connect and unwind with colleagues. This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious Corporate Tax Manager to further their career in a supportive and professional environment, where ambition is nurtured, and success is celebrated. If you are looking to take the next step in your journey, apply now to join a dynamic and growing team! If you're interested and want to chat more, please call Hannah Kirk on (phone number removed) (op2) or apply for consideration. Please note, Safer Hand Solutions are acting as an employment agency on behalf of a client and by applying you agree to register with us and for us to hold your details on file. Due to the volume of applications, we may only contact applicants directly who have been successfully shortlisted but may also contact you in regards to any other suitable vacancies.
Sep 05, 2025
Full time
Corporate Tax Manager We're working with one of the largest UK payroll providers and leading firm of Accountants and Business Advisers operating across the UK, Ireland and the Nordics. They are expanding and require a talented individual within their Senior Tax Advisory team. To note, our client is very open to negotiations dependent on experience. They often have room to accommodate more senior employees so please still enquire. Manchester Up to £85,000 per annum Permanent Full-Time (37.5 hours per week) Hybrid but this role requires presence at the Manchester office Are you a Corporate Tax expert looking to take the next step in your career - seeking a clearly defined route to Partner? Role: We are seeking an experienced Corporate Tax Manager to join a growing team in Manchester. As a key member of the North West tax team, you'll be responsible for managing a diverse portfolio of corporate tax clients, overseeing compliance, supporting with advisory projects, and mentoring junior team members. Key Responsibilities: Client Portfolio Management - Own and oversee a portfolio of corporate tax clients across a variety of sectors. Manage and deliver high-quality tax compliance services, including reviewing corporation tax returns, computations, and associated filings. Monitor workflow and ensure compliance deadlines are met. Tax Advisory & Planning - Support the delivery of bespoke tax advisory projects, including restructuring, acquisitions/disposals, R&D tax relief, capital allowances, and international tax issues. Research complex technical areas of tax legislation and present practical solutions to clients. Work directly with partners on strategic tax planning assignments and business development initiatives. Team Leadership & Development - Coach and develop junior members of the tax team, supporting their professional growth and technical development. Play an active role in developing strategy by nurturing talent and fostering a high-performance culture. Assist in internal training sessions and share knowledge across the wider tax and advisory teams. Client Relationship Building - Build long-lasting client relationships through effective communication, responsiveness, and a deep understanding of their business needs. Identify opportunities to provide additional services and add value to clients. Requirements: CTA / ACA / ACCA / CA qualified (or equivalent) Proven experience working in a Corporate Tax or Mixed Tax role within a UK accountancy practice Strong technical knowledge of UK corporate tax legislation and HMRC processes Experience of managing a client portfolio and leading on advisory work Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to explain complex tax matters in simple terms Strong commercial awareness and ability to identify value-adding opportunities for clients Previous experience leading or mentoring junior staff would be highly beneficial Benefits: This is an opportunity where there is: Clear progression pathways with opportunity to advance to Director/Partner level A supportive and collaborative culture where your voice is heard Access to a diverse and interesting client base across sectors Flexible working culture with genuine investment in work/life balance A modern, ambitious firm with strong regional presence and national backing As well as: Pension Scheme - Secure your future with a comprehensive pension plan. 33 Days Annual Leave - Achieve a healthy work-life balance with generous holiday entitlement. Life Assurance (4x Salary) - Supporting you and your family. Employee Referral Bonus - Be rewarded for bringing talent to the team. Employee Benefits Portal - Access to cashback and discounts on everyday purchases. Learning & Development Opportunities - Continuous support for professional and personal growth. Career Coaching - Ongoing career support and development. Birthday Day Off - Enjoy a day off on your special day. Enhanced Parental & Family Leave - Supporting you through life's important moments. Social Events - A chance to connect and unwind with colleagues. This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious Corporate Tax Manager to further their career in a supportive and professional environment, where ambition is nurtured, and success is celebrated. If you are looking to take the next step in your journey, apply now to join a dynamic and growing team! If you're interested and want to chat more, please call Hannah Kirk on (phone number removed) (op2) or apply for consideration. Please note, Safer Hand Solutions are acting as an employment agency on behalf of a client and by applying you agree to register with us and for us to hold your details on file. Due to the volume of applications, we may only contact applicants directly who have been successfully shortlisted but may also contact you in regards to any other suitable vacancies.
Job title: Asset Management Specialist Position type: Permanent Job reference: 425623 No. Vacancies: 1 Location: Birmingham (B5 4UA) or London (E14 4HD) based with hybrid working Salary: £38,764 - £50,000 Closing date: 23.55pm Tuesday 23rd September 2025 About Us We are Ofwat, the Water Services Regulation Authority, a non-ministerial government department responsible for regulating the water sector in England and Wales. Following the Independent Water Commission s final report, the UK government has set out a bold new direction - one that brings together expertise from across the sector to deliver better outcomes for customers and the environment. We are working in collaboration with the government and other regulators to help establish a new body for England, combining our strengths with those of the Drinking Water Inspectorate, the Environment Agency, and Natural England. We re also continuing to engage with the Welsh Government to support future decisions for Wales. While these changes take shape, our mission remains the same: to hold water companies to account, drive performance, and ensure the sector delivers real value for customers, communities, and the environment. If you re passionate about making a difference, this is a unique moment to join us and help shape the future of water, and together we can continue to make a positive impact. The Role The Senior Associate - Asset Management and Operational Resilience role sits within the Sector Performance Directorate. The Sector Performance Directorate supports Ofwat's objective to be an assertive voice in strategic and investment decision making for the sector, working with other regulators and governments by shaping the future direction and transformation of the sector through alignment with government and other stakeholders, and leading innovation. The Directorate drives up sector and company performance by regularly, visibly, and proactively challenging companies on their performance, using data and operational expertise. The Asset Management Specialist role has an important and valuable contribution to enable us to deliver on our goals and regulatory commitments. This role centres on providing expert advice on assets, asset management, asset health, and operational resilience. You will work with others to develop policy solutions to address resilience challenges in the water sector and take ownership of project delivery. This includes defining and delivering a scope of work within agreed timelines, budgets, and contract parameters. A key aspect of the team's work involves influencing the sector to improve its asset management capability and understanding of Operational Resilience. Previous key publications in this area include our Asset Management Maturity Assessment and Operational Resilience Discussion Paper . Your key activities within the team are outlined in the next section (Key Deliverables). You will be part of a multi-disciplinary team, working independently and taking responsibility for your work areas. As a Senior Associate, you will have the opportunity to develop and consolidate your skills, exercising sound judgement aligned with our strategy and ways of working. About You Experience, skills and knowledge 1. Lead criterion: Experience in an area such as capital programme delivery, operations, asset management, business planning and/or water business operation or management. 2. A current understanding of asset management practice, including wastewater and/or water assets and their operation. 3. Understanding of water sector resilience, including asset health, and of quantitative and/or qualitative ways of measuring performance in this area. 4. Experience of project delivery, including contract management and leading complex projects including multiple stakeholders. 5. Demonstrable ability to analyse data and complex information and use multiple sources of information to solve problems. 6. Experience of working effectively in multi-disciplinary teams. 7. Experience of communicating and engaging effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Why Join Us • People Centric: Our people are at the heart of Ofwat and everything we do - we ensure all voices are heard and treat each other with respect; you'll be given the autonomy and the support to do your role in the best way. • Innovative Work Environment: We embrace agile and new ways of working and have a culture build on trust, flexibility, and collaboration. • Development Opportunities: Gain valuable experience and develop your skills in a supportive and dynamic setting. • Work-Life Balance: Enjoy the flexibility of working from home combined with the benefits of in person collaboration in our Birmingham offices. • Excellent employer pension contributions of nearly 29%. You can find further details about pension schemes under Terms and Conditions in the Candidate Pack. • 25 days annual leave, increasing to 30 with each year of service, plus bank holidays and an extra 2.5 days of privilege leave. • Access to exclusive discounts on a variety of goods and services, including retail outlets, theatre tickets, holidays, insurance, and a gym membership. • Fees paid for membership of relevant professional bodies. • Up to 3 volunteering days per year. • Recognition vouchers scheme rewarding your hard work. • Generous shared parental leave and pay supporting your family life. TO APPLY PLEASE CLICK THE "APPLY NOW" BUTTON AND YOU WILL BE REDIRECTED TO BEGIN THE APPLICATION PROCES
Sep 02, 2025
Full time
Job title: Asset Management Specialist Position type: Permanent Job reference: 425623 No. Vacancies: 1 Location: Birmingham (B5 4UA) or London (E14 4HD) based with hybrid working Salary: £38,764 - £50,000 Closing date: 23.55pm Tuesday 23rd September 2025 About Us We are Ofwat, the Water Services Regulation Authority, a non-ministerial government department responsible for regulating the water sector in England and Wales. Following the Independent Water Commission s final report, the UK government has set out a bold new direction - one that brings together expertise from across the sector to deliver better outcomes for customers and the environment. We are working in collaboration with the government and other regulators to help establish a new body for England, combining our strengths with those of the Drinking Water Inspectorate, the Environment Agency, and Natural England. We re also continuing to engage with the Welsh Government to support future decisions for Wales. While these changes take shape, our mission remains the same: to hold water companies to account, drive performance, and ensure the sector delivers real value for customers, communities, and the environment. If you re passionate about making a difference, this is a unique moment to join us and help shape the future of water, and together we can continue to make a positive impact. The Role The Senior Associate - Asset Management and Operational Resilience role sits within the Sector Performance Directorate. The Sector Performance Directorate supports Ofwat's objective to be an assertive voice in strategic and investment decision making for the sector, working with other regulators and governments by shaping the future direction and transformation of the sector through alignment with government and other stakeholders, and leading innovation. The Directorate drives up sector and company performance by regularly, visibly, and proactively challenging companies on their performance, using data and operational expertise. The Asset Management Specialist role has an important and valuable contribution to enable us to deliver on our goals and regulatory commitments. This role centres on providing expert advice on assets, asset management, asset health, and operational resilience. You will work with others to develop policy solutions to address resilience challenges in the water sector and take ownership of project delivery. This includes defining and delivering a scope of work within agreed timelines, budgets, and contract parameters. A key aspect of the team's work involves influencing the sector to improve its asset management capability and understanding of Operational Resilience. Previous key publications in this area include our Asset Management Maturity Assessment and Operational Resilience Discussion Paper . Your key activities within the team are outlined in the next section (Key Deliverables). You will be part of a multi-disciplinary team, working independently and taking responsibility for your work areas. As a Senior Associate, you will have the opportunity to develop and consolidate your skills, exercising sound judgement aligned with our strategy and ways of working. About You Experience, skills and knowledge 1. Lead criterion: Experience in an area such as capital programme delivery, operations, asset management, business planning and/or water business operation or management. 2. A current understanding of asset management practice, including wastewater and/or water assets and their operation. 3. Understanding of water sector resilience, including asset health, and of quantitative and/or qualitative ways of measuring performance in this area. 4. Experience of project delivery, including contract management and leading complex projects including multiple stakeholders. 5. Demonstrable ability to analyse data and complex information and use multiple sources of information to solve problems. 6. Experience of working effectively in multi-disciplinary teams. 7. Experience of communicating and engaging effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Why Join Us • People Centric: Our people are at the heart of Ofwat and everything we do - we ensure all voices are heard and treat each other with respect; you'll be given the autonomy and the support to do your role in the best way. • Innovative Work Environment: We embrace agile and new ways of working and have a culture build on trust, flexibility, and collaboration. • Development Opportunities: Gain valuable experience and develop your skills in a supportive and dynamic setting. • Work-Life Balance: Enjoy the flexibility of working from home combined with the benefits of in person collaboration in our Birmingham offices. • Excellent employer pension contributions of nearly 29%. You can find further details about pension schemes under Terms and Conditions in the Candidate Pack. • 25 days annual leave, increasing to 30 with each year of service, plus bank holidays and an extra 2.5 days of privilege leave. • Access to exclusive discounts on a variety of goods and services, including retail outlets, theatre tickets, holidays, insurance, and a gym membership. • Fees paid for membership of relevant professional bodies. • Up to 3 volunteering days per year. • Recognition vouchers scheme rewarding your hard work. • Generous shared parental leave and pay supporting your family life. TO APPLY PLEASE CLICK THE "APPLY NOW" BUTTON AND YOU WILL BE REDIRECTED TO BEGIN THE APPLICATION PROCES
Job title: Asset Management Specialist Position type: Permanent Job reference: 425623 No. Vacancies: 1 Location: Birmingham (B5 4UA) or London (E14 4HD) based with hybrid working Salary: £38,764 - £50,000 Closing date: 23.55pm Tuesday 23rd September 2025 About Us We are Ofwat, the Water Services Regulation Authority, a non-ministerial government department responsible for regulating the water sector in England and Wales. Following the Independent Water Commission s final report, the UK government has set out a bold new direction - one that brings together expertise from across the sector to deliver better outcomes for customers and the environment. We are working in collaboration with the government and other regulators to help establish a new body for England, combining our strengths with those of the Drinking Water Inspectorate, the Environment Agency, and Natural England. We re also continuing to engage with the Welsh Government to support future decisions for Wales. While these changes take shape, our mission remains the same: to hold water companies to account, drive performance, and ensure the sector delivers real value for customers, communities, and the environment. If you re passionate about making a difference, this is a unique moment to join us and help shape the future of water, and together we can continue to make a positive impact. The Role The Senior Associate - Asset Management and Operational Resilience role sits within the Sector Performance Directorate. The Sector Performance Directorate supports Ofwat's objective to be an assertive voice in strategic and investment decision making for the sector, working with other regulators and governments by shaping the future direction and transformation of the sector through alignment with government and other stakeholders, and leading innovation. The Directorate drives up sector and company performance by regularly, visibly, and proactively challenging companies on their performance, using data and operational expertise. The Asset Management Specialist role has an important and valuable contribution to enable us to deliver on our goals and regulatory commitments. This role centres on providing expert advice on assets, asset management, asset health, and operational resilience. You will work with others to develop policy solutions to address resilience challenges in the water sector and take ownership of project delivery. This includes defining and delivering a scope of work within agreed timelines, budgets, and contract parameters. A key aspect of the team's work involves influencing the sector to improve its asset management capability and understanding of Operational Resilience. Previous key publications in this area include our Asset Management Maturity Assessment and Operational Resilience Discussion Paper . Your key activities within the team are outlined in the next section (Key Deliverables). You will be part of a multi-disciplinary team, working independently and taking responsibility for your work areas. As a Senior Associate, you will have the opportunity to develop and consolidate your skills, exercising sound judgement aligned with our strategy and ways of working. About You Experience, skills and knowledge 1. Lead criterion: Experience in an area such as capital programme delivery, operations, asset management, business planning and/or water business operation or management. 2. A current understanding of asset management practice, including wastewater and/or water assets and their operation. 3. Understanding of water sector resilience, including asset health, and of quantitative and/or qualitative ways of measuring performance in this area. 4. Experience of project delivery, including contract management and leading complex projects including multiple stakeholders. 5. Demonstrable ability to analyse data and complex information and use multiple sources of information to solve problems. 6. Experience of working effectively in multi-disciplinary teams. 7. Experience of communicating and engaging effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Why Join Us • People Centric: Our people are at the heart of Ofwat and everything we do - we ensure all voices are heard and treat each other with respect; you'll be given the autonomy and the support to do your role in the best way. • Innovative Work Environment: We embrace agile and new ways of working and have a culture build on trust, flexibility, and collaboration. • Development Opportunities: Gain valuable experience and develop your skills in a supportive and dynamic setting. • Work-Life Balance: Enjoy the flexibility of working from home combined with the benefits of in person collaboration in our Birmingham offices. • Excellent employer pension contributions of nearly 29%. You can find further details about pension schemes under Terms and Conditions in the Candidate Pack. • 25 days annual leave, increasing to 30 with each year of service, plus bank holidays and an extra 2.5 days of privilege leave. • Access to exclusive discounts on a variety of goods and services, including retail outlets, theatre tickets, holidays, insurance, and a gym membership. • Fees paid for membership of relevant professional bodies. • Up to 3 volunteering days per year. • Recognition vouchers scheme rewarding your hard work. • Generous shared parental leave and pay supporting your family life. TO APPLY PLEASE CLICK THE "APPLY NOW" BUTTON AND YOU WILL BE REDIRECTED TO BEGIN THE APPLICATION PROCES
Sep 02, 2025
Full time
Job title: Asset Management Specialist Position type: Permanent Job reference: 425623 No. Vacancies: 1 Location: Birmingham (B5 4UA) or London (E14 4HD) based with hybrid working Salary: £38,764 - £50,000 Closing date: 23.55pm Tuesday 23rd September 2025 About Us We are Ofwat, the Water Services Regulation Authority, a non-ministerial government department responsible for regulating the water sector in England and Wales. Following the Independent Water Commission s final report, the UK government has set out a bold new direction - one that brings together expertise from across the sector to deliver better outcomes for customers and the environment. We are working in collaboration with the government and other regulators to help establish a new body for England, combining our strengths with those of the Drinking Water Inspectorate, the Environment Agency, and Natural England. We re also continuing to engage with the Welsh Government to support future decisions for Wales. While these changes take shape, our mission remains the same: to hold water companies to account, drive performance, and ensure the sector delivers real value for customers, communities, and the environment. If you re passionate about making a difference, this is a unique moment to join us and help shape the future of water, and together we can continue to make a positive impact. The Role The Senior Associate - Asset Management and Operational Resilience role sits within the Sector Performance Directorate. The Sector Performance Directorate supports Ofwat's objective to be an assertive voice in strategic and investment decision making for the sector, working with other regulators and governments by shaping the future direction and transformation of the sector through alignment with government and other stakeholders, and leading innovation. The Directorate drives up sector and company performance by regularly, visibly, and proactively challenging companies on their performance, using data and operational expertise. The Asset Management Specialist role has an important and valuable contribution to enable us to deliver on our goals and regulatory commitments. This role centres on providing expert advice on assets, asset management, asset health, and operational resilience. You will work with others to develop policy solutions to address resilience challenges in the water sector and take ownership of project delivery. This includes defining and delivering a scope of work within agreed timelines, budgets, and contract parameters. A key aspect of the team's work involves influencing the sector to improve its asset management capability and understanding of Operational Resilience. Previous key publications in this area include our Asset Management Maturity Assessment and Operational Resilience Discussion Paper . Your key activities within the team are outlined in the next section (Key Deliverables). You will be part of a multi-disciplinary team, working independently and taking responsibility for your work areas. As a Senior Associate, you will have the opportunity to develop and consolidate your skills, exercising sound judgement aligned with our strategy and ways of working. About You Experience, skills and knowledge 1. Lead criterion: Experience in an area such as capital programme delivery, operations, asset management, business planning and/or water business operation or management. 2. A current understanding of asset management practice, including wastewater and/or water assets and their operation. 3. Understanding of water sector resilience, including asset health, and of quantitative and/or qualitative ways of measuring performance in this area. 4. Experience of project delivery, including contract management and leading complex projects including multiple stakeholders. 5. Demonstrable ability to analyse data and complex information and use multiple sources of information to solve problems. 6. Experience of working effectively in multi-disciplinary teams. 7. Experience of communicating and engaging effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Why Join Us • People Centric: Our people are at the heart of Ofwat and everything we do - we ensure all voices are heard and treat each other with respect; you'll be given the autonomy and the support to do your role in the best way. • Innovative Work Environment: We embrace agile and new ways of working and have a culture build on trust, flexibility, and collaboration. • Development Opportunities: Gain valuable experience and develop your skills in a supportive and dynamic setting. • Work-Life Balance: Enjoy the flexibility of working from home combined with the benefits of in person collaboration in our Birmingham offices. • Excellent employer pension contributions of nearly 29%. You can find further details about pension schemes under Terms and Conditions in the Candidate Pack. • 25 days annual leave, increasing to 30 with each year of service, plus bank holidays and an extra 2.5 days of privilege leave. • Access to exclusive discounts on a variety of goods and services, including retail outlets, theatre tickets, holidays, insurance, and a gym membership. • Fees paid for membership of relevant professional bodies. • Up to 3 volunteering days per year. • Recognition vouchers scheme rewarding your hard work. • Generous shared parental leave and pay supporting your family life. TO APPLY PLEASE CLICK THE "APPLY NOW" BUTTON AND YOU WILL BE REDIRECTED TO BEGIN THE APPLICATION PROCES
Job title: Asset Management Specialist Position type: Permanent Job reference: 425623 No. Vacancies: 1 Location: Birmingham (B5 4UA) or London (E14 4HD) based with hybrid working Salary: £38,764 - £50,000 Closing date: 23.55pm Tuesday 23rd September 2025 About Us We are Ofwat, the Water Services Regulation Authority, a non-ministerial government department responsible for regulating the water sector in England and Wales. Following the Independent Water Commission's final report, the UK government has set out a bold new direction - one that brings together expertise from across the sector to deliver better outcomes for customers and the environment. We are working in collaboration with the government and other regulators to help establish a new body for England, combining our strengths with those of the Drinking Water Inspectorate, the Environment Agency, and Natural England. We're also continuing to engage with the Welsh Government to support future decisions for Wales. While these changes take shape, our mission remains the same: to hold water companies to account, drive performance, and ensure the sector delivers real value for customers, communities, and the environment. If you're passionate about making a difference, this is a unique moment to join us and help shape the future of water, and together we can continue to make a positive impact. The Role The Senior Associate - Asset Management and Operational Resilience role sits within the Sector Performance Directorate. The Sector Performance Directorate supports Ofwat's objective to be an assertive voice in strategic and investment decision making for the sector, working with other regulators and governments by shaping the future direction and transformation of the sector through alignment with government and other stakeholders, and leading innovation. The Directorate drives up sector and company performance by regularly, visibly, and proactively challenging companies on their performance, using data and operational expertise. The Asset Management Specialist role has an important and valuable contribution to enable us to deliver on our goals and regulatory commitments. This role centres on providing expert advice on assets, asset management, asset health, and operational resilience. You will work with others to develop policy solutions to address resilience challenges in the water sector and take ownership of project delivery. This includes defining and delivering a scope of work within agreed timelines, budgets, and contract parameters. A key aspect of the team's work involves influencing the sector to improve its asset management capability and understanding of Operational Resilience. Previous key publications in this area include our Asset Management Maturity Assessment and Operational Resilience Discussion Paper . Your key activities within the team are outlined in the next section (Key Deliverables). You will be part of a multi-disciplinary team, working independently and taking responsibility for your work areas. As a Senior Associate, you will have the opportunity to develop and consolidate your skills, exercising sound judgement aligned with our strategy and ways of working. About You Experience, skills and knowledge 1. Lead criterion: Experience in an area such as capital programme delivery, operations, asset management, business planning and/or water business operation or management. 2. A current understanding of asset management practice, including wastewater and/or water assets and their operation. 3. Understanding of water sector resilience, including asset health, and of quantitative and/or qualitative ways of measuring performance in this area. 4. Experience of project delivery, including contract management and leading complex projects including multiple stakeholders. 5. Demonstrable ability to analyse data and complex information and use multiple sources of information to solve problems. 6. Experience of working effectively in multi-disciplinary teams. 7. Experience of communicating and engaging effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Why Join Us • People Centric: Our people are at the heart of Ofwat and everything we do - we ensure all voices are heard and treat each other with respect; you'll be given the autonomy and the support to do your role in the best way. • Innovative Work Environment: We embrace agile and new ways of working and have a culture build on trust, flexibility, and collaboration. • Development Opportunities: Gain valuable experience and develop your skills in a supportive and dynamic setting. • Work-Life Balance: Enjoy the flexibility of working from home combined with the benefits of in person collaboration in our Birmingham offices. • Excellent employer pension contributions of nearly 29%. You can find further details about pension schemes under Terms and Conditions in the Candidate Pack. • 25 days' annual leave, increasing to 30 with each year of service, plus bank holidays and an extra 2.5 days of privilege leave. • Access to exclusive discounts on a variety of goods and services, including retail outlets, theatre tickets, holidays, insurance, and a gym membership. • Fees paid for membership of relevant professional bodies. • Up to 3 volunteering days per year. • Recognition vouchers scheme rewarding your hard work. • Generous shared parental leave and pay supporting your family life.
Sep 02, 2025
Full time
Job title: Asset Management Specialist Position type: Permanent Job reference: 425623 No. Vacancies: 1 Location: Birmingham (B5 4UA) or London (E14 4HD) based with hybrid working Salary: £38,764 - £50,000 Closing date: 23.55pm Tuesday 23rd September 2025 About Us We are Ofwat, the Water Services Regulation Authority, a non-ministerial government department responsible for regulating the water sector in England and Wales. Following the Independent Water Commission's final report, the UK government has set out a bold new direction - one that brings together expertise from across the sector to deliver better outcomes for customers and the environment. We are working in collaboration with the government and other regulators to help establish a new body for England, combining our strengths with those of the Drinking Water Inspectorate, the Environment Agency, and Natural England. We're also continuing to engage with the Welsh Government to support future decisions for Wales. While these changes take shape, our mission remains the same: to hold water companies to account, drive performance, and ensure the sector delivers real value for customers, communities, and the environment. If you're passionate about making a difference, this is a unique moment to join us and help shape the future of water, and together we can continue to make a positive impact. The Role The Senior Associate - Asset Management and Operational Resilience role sits within the Sector Performance Directorate. The Sector Performance Directorate supports Ofwat's objective to be an assertive voice in strategic and investment decision making for the sector, working with other regulators and governments by shaping the future direction and transformation of the sector through alignment with government and other stakeholders, and leading innovation. The Directorate drives up sector and company performance by regularly, visibly, and proactively challenging companies on their performance, using data and operational expertise. The Asset Management Specialist role has an important and valuable contribution to enable us to deliver on our goals and regulatory commitments. This role centres on providing expert advice on assets, asset management, asset health, and operational resilience. You will work with others to develop policy solutions to address resilience challenges in the water sector and take ownership of project delivery. This includes defining and delivering a scope of work within agreed timelines, budgets, and contract parameters. A key aspect of the team's work involves influencing the sector to improve its asset management capability and understanding of Operational Resilience. Previous key publications in this area include our Asset Management Maturity Assessment and Operational Resilience Discussion Paper . Your key activities within the team are outlined in the next section (Key Deliverables). You will be part of a multi-disciplinary team, working independently and taking responsibility for your work areas. As a Senior Associate, you will have the opportunity to develop and consolidate your skills, exercising sound judgement aligned with our strategy and ways of working. About You Experience, skills and knowledge 1. Lead criterion: Experience in an area such as capital programme delivery, operations, asset management, business planning and/or water business operation or management. 2. A current understanding of asset management practice, including wastewater and/or water assets and their operation. 3. Understanding of water sector resilience, including asset health, and of quantitative and/or qualitative ways of measuring performance in this area. 4. Experience of project delivery, including contract management and leading complex projects including multiple stakeholders. 5. Demonstrable ability to analyse data and complex information and use multiple sources of information to solve problems. 6. Experience of working effectively in multi-disciplinary teams. 7. Experience of communicating and engaging effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Why Join Us • People Centric: Our people are at the heart of Ofwat and everything we do - we ensure all voices are heard and treat each other with respect; you'll be given the autonomy and the support to do your role in the best way. • Innovative Work Environment: We embrace agile and new ways of working and have a culture build on trust, flexibility, and collaboration. • Development Opportunities: Gain valuable experience and develop your skills in a supportive and dynamic setting. • Work-Life Balance: Enjoy the flexibility of working from home combined with the benefits of in person collaboration in our Birmingham offices. • Excellent employer pension contributions of nearly 29%. You can find further details about pension schemes under Terms and Conditions in the Candidate Pack. • 25 days' annual leave, increasing to 30 with each year of service, plus bank holidays and an extra 2.5 days of privilege leave. • Access to exclusive discounts on a variety of goods and services, including retail outlets, theatre tickets, holidays, insurance, and a gym membership. • Fees paid for membership of relevant professional bodies. • Up to 3 volunteering days per year. • Recognition vouchers scheme rewarding your hard work. • Generous shared parental leave and pay supporting your family life.
Associate Director of Artificial Intelligence (AI) London Excellent Salary + Bonus + Benefits Shape the Future of AI at a Fast-Growing Global Tech Innovator Are you ready to take your Artificial Intelligence (AI) expertise to the next level in a role with true strategic impact? Join a high-growth, international SaaS company that's disrupting the market through cutting-edge technology, rapid product development & continuous investment in innovation. This is more than a job - it's a once-in-a-career opportunity to help define the AI future of an award-winning organisation with an entrepreneurial, world-class leadership team. As Associate Director of Artificial Intelligence, you'll drive and execute the company's AI strategy - leading initiatives that harness the power of Machine Learning, Generative AI, NLP, and more to fuel scalable business growth and operational excellence. Role Scope Lead the identification of opportunities and risks in a fast-evolving competitive landscape, using AI/ML to deliver measurable business value & growth. Understand and maintain a RADAR of technologies, in order to understand the risk and reward profile of selecting a technology to capitalise on an opportunity or mitigate a risk Own the lifecycle of AI initiatives; from vision through to design, delivery, and optimisation in high-performance, high-volume environments. Build evidence-based business cases to influence senior stakeholders and drive organisation-wide adoption. Empower delivery teams with the tools, capabilities, and insights needed to embed AI at scale. Required Skills & Experience Proven leadership in AI, with a background in computer science, machine learning, data science or a related STEM field (degree or equivalent experience). Hands-on experience developing and deploying production-grade ML models, including advanced RAG (retrieval-augmented generation) systems. Deep expertise in Generative AI, LLMs, NLP, and Knowledge Graphs-with a track record of translating complex models into real-world business solutions. Strong engineering fundamentals, including DevOps, CI/CD, and secure ML/AI pipelines (DevSecOps). Highly proficient in Python, SQL, and key AI/ML frameworks (e.g., PyTorch, TensorFlow). Ability to mitigate model hallucination, optimise performance, and lead governance around AI risk and ethical deployment. Ready to Transform the Future? This a career-defining opportunity working within an international high growth organisation providing award winning consultancy services to an expensive client base. With the opportunity to make an unrivalled impact on their AI strategy, innovation and commercial business growth. Our client offers a highly attractive package consisting of highly competitive base salary, attractive bonus scheme, pension scheme and excellent benefits including private healthcare. INDAM
Sep 02, 2025
Full time
Associate Director of Artificial Intelligence (AI) London Excellent Salary + Bonus + Benefits Shape the Future of AI at a Fast-Growing Global Tech Innovator Are you ready to take your Artificial Intelligence (AI) expertise to the next level in a role with true strategic impact? Join a high-growth, international SaaS company that's disrupting the market through cutting-edge technology, rapid product development & continuous investment in innovation. This is more than a job - it's a once-in-a-career opportunity to help define the AI future of an award-winning organisation with an entrepreneurial, world-class leadership team. As Associate Director of Artificial Intelligence, you'll drive and execute the company's AI strategy - leading initiatives that harness the power of Machine Learning, Generative AI, NLP, and more to fuel scalable business growth and operational excellence. Role Scope Lead the identification of opportunities and risks in a fast-evolving competitive landscape, using AI/ML to deliver measurable business value & growth. Understand and maintain a RADAR of technologies, in order to understand the risk and reward profile of selecting a technology to capitalise on an opportunity or mitigate a risk Own the lifecycle of AI initiatives; from vision through to design, delivery, and optimisation in high-performance, high-volume environments. Build evidence-based business cases to influence senior stakeholders and drive organisation-wide adoption. Empower delivery teams with the tools, capabilities, and insights needed to embed AI at scale. Required Skills & Experience Proven leadership in AI, with a background in computer science, machine learning, data science or a related STEM field (degree or equivalent experience). Hands-on experience developing and deploying production-grade ML models, including advanced RAG (retrieval-augmented generation) systems. Deep expertise in Generative AI, LLMs, NLP, and Knowledge Graphs-with a track record of translating complex models into real-world business solutions. Strong engineering fundamentals, including DevOps, CI/CD, and secure ML/AI pipelines (DevSecOps). Highly proficient in Python, SQL, and key AI/ML frameworks (e.g., PyTorch, TensorFlow). Ability to mitigate model hallucination, optimise performance, and lead governance around AI risk and ethical deployment. Ready to Transform the Future? This a career-defining opportunity working within an international high growth organisation providing award winning consultancy services to an expensive client base. With the opportunity to make an unrivalled impact on their AI strategy, innovation and commercial business growth. Our client offers a highly attractive package consisting of highly competitive base salary, attractive bonus scheme, pension scheme and excellent benefits including private healthcare. INDAM
Job Title: Fire Safety Officer Type: 3 Months Contract Location: Home based, extends from Loughborough upwards. (Leicestershire, Nottinghamshire, Lincolnshire, Derbyshire, South and West Yorkshire and Greater Manchester) with lots of travel Salary: £350 - £500 day rate Hours: Full Time BRC are working closely with a leading Housing Association in England. In this role you will act as the competent source of advice for fire safety within your geographical area of operation, providing technical advice and support to colleagues on all matters relating to fire safety. You will work collaboratively with colleagues across the Homes Directorate to ensure that repairs, refurbishment and capital schemes are reviewed to ensure that design standards conform to best practice and works undertaken meet the company's quality expectations. Reporting to the Head of Fire and Building Safety, you will liaise with local Fire & Rescue teams and the business' primary authority partner to respond to fire events and enforcement activity across your area. You will work alongside the building safety team to deliver the business' building safety engagement strategy and fire safety communication programme and support residents to live safely in their homes. Duties: Provide technical advice and support to the business regarding all fire safety matters; Undertake desk top reviews of proposed new build and refurbishment schemes and provide commentary and recommendations regarding design standards and specifications; Review resident alteration requests to ensure that proposals do not enhance the risk from fire within the dwelling or the building as a whole; Undertake fire safety assurance audits across the residential building stock to ensure fire safety risks are being robustly managed; Inspect secondary means of escape (where access has not been attained) during the FRA to ensure they remain unobstructed; Support the Building Safety programme lead in attaining access to flats to complete flat entrance fire door inspection programme. Support the Head of Fire and Building Safety in ensuring that fire evacuation strategies for blocks of flats are documented and maintained; Audit and maintain the contents of secure information boxes where installed in 11-18m blocks of flats, within their allocated operational area; Be responsible for the implementation and management of interim measures, where required following completion of an FRA/ compartmentation survey which has identified defects in a buildings fire protective measures; Inspect and audit the quality of repair and planned works to buildings during and on completion of investment projects, which have included (or impacted) fire safety precautions; Undertake reviews of H&S files, O&Ms and Regulation 38 packs for completeness; Liaise with fire and rescue services regarding post fire and planned audits; Undertake post fire inspections and provide root cause analysis reports for submission to the business Building Safety Committee Monitor and coordinate the delivery of works/ actions to address letters of non-conformity and enforcement notices to completion; Respond to fire and rescue services requests for information; Assist and support customer experience colleagues with the completion of person centred risk assessments for residents and produce and implement, personal emergency evacuation plans (PEEPs); Support the Head of Fire Safety to respond to fire Safety complaints and concerns raised by residents; Provide input to support the design and delivery of the business fire improvement capital investment programme; Promote collaborative working across the business to support the delivery of company's Building Safety strategy; Contribute to the design and delivery of a fire safety and building safety communication campaign; Attend resident, community and corporate events to raise awareness regarding fire safety; Participate in the department of an out of hours rota, to ensure the team respond to outside normal working hours emergencies in line with company's Business Continuity arrangements Requirements: Demonstrable experience of working within a social housing organisation in a similar role Able to demonstrate detailed knowledge regarding fire safety statutory instruments, British Standards and Sector guidance Able to demonstrate an understanding of building pathology An understanding of The Building Safety Act and Social Housing Act are essential An understanding of JCT and other contract forms Experience of carrying out site inspection and audits to monitor change and ensure the quality of delivery Membership of the IFE at Graduate grade or higher A minimum level 4 qualification in fire safety management, risk assessment or engineering (Applicants with level three qualifications who hold Associate membership or Full member status, with relevant experience in a similar role will also be considered) A full driving licence valid in the UK For more information, please call Meg Smith on (phone number removed) To apply, please submit your CV outlining your relevant experience and qualifications. We will be reviewing applications on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.
Sep 02, 2025
Contractor
Job Title: Fire Safety Officer Type: 3 Months Contract Location: Home based, extends from Loughborough upwards. (Leicestershire, Nottinghamshire, Lincolnshire, Derbyshire, South and West Yorkshire and Greater Manchester) with lots of travel Salary: £350 - £500 day rate Hours: Full Time BRC are working closely with a leading Housing Association in England. In this role you will act as the competent source of advice for fire safety within your geographical area of operation, providing technical advice and support to colleagues on all matters relating to fire safety. You will work collaboratively with colleagues across the Homes Directorate to ensure that repairs, refurbishment and capital schemes are reviewed to ensure that design standards conform to best practice and works undertaken meet the company's quality expectations. Reporting to the Head of Fire and Building Safety, you will liaise with local Fire & Rescue teams and the business' primary authority partner to respond to fire events and enforcement activity across your area. You will work alongside the building safety team to deliver the business' building safety engagement strategy and fire safety communication programme and support residents to live safely in their homes. Duties: Provide technical advice and support to the business regarding all fire safety matters; Undertake desk top reviews of proposed new build and refurbishment schemes and provide commentary and recommendations regarding design standards and specifications; Review resident alteration requests to ensure that proposals do not enhance the risk from fire within the dwelling or the building as a whole; Undertake fire safety assurance audits across the residential building stock to ensure fire safety risks are being robustly managed; Inspect secondary means of escape (where access has not been attained) during the FRA to ensure they remain unobstructed; Support the Building Safety programme lead in attaining access to flats to complete flat entrance fire door inspection programme. Support the Head of Fire and Building Safety in ensuring that fire evacuation strategies for blocks of flats are documented and maintained; Audit and maintain the contents of secure information boxes where installed in 11-18m blocks of flats, within their allocated operational area; Be responsible for the implementation and management of interim measures, where required following completion of an FRA/ compartmentation survey which has identified defects in a buildings fire protective measures; Inspect and audit the quality of repair and planned works to buildings during and on completion of investment projects, which have included (or impacted) fire safety precautions; Undertake reviews of H&S files, O&Ms and Regulation 38 packs for completeness; Liaise with fire and rescue services regarding post fire and planned audits; Undertake post fire inspections and provide root cause analysis reports for submission to the business Building Safety Committee Monitor and coordinate the delivery of works/ actions to address letters of non-conformity and enforcement notices to completion; Respond to fire and rescue services requests for information; Assist and support customer experience colleagues with the completion of person centred risk assessments for residents and produce and implement, personal emergency evacuation plans (PEEPs); Support the Head of Fire Safety to respond to fire Safety complaints and concerns raised by residents; Provide input to support the design and delivery of the business fire improvement capital investment programme; Promote collaborative working across the business to support the delivery of company's Building Safety strategy; Contribute to the design and delivery of a fire safety and building safety communication campaign; Attend resident, community and corporate events to raise awareness regarding fire safety; Participate in the department of an out of hours rota, to ensure the team respond to outside normal working hours emergencies in line with company's Business Continuity arrangements Requirements: Demonstrable experience of working within a social housing organisation in a similar role Able to demonstrate detailed knowledge regarding fire safety statutory instruments, British Standards and Sector guidance Able to demonstrate an understanding of building pathology An understanding of The Building Safety Act and Social Housing Act are essential An understanding of JCT and other contract forms Experience of carrying out site inspection and audits to monitor change and ensure the quality of delivery Membership of the IFE at Graduate grade or higher A minimum level 4 qualification in fire safety management, risk assessment or engineering (Applicants with level three qualifications who hold Associate membership or Full member status, with relevant experience in a similar role will also be considered) A full driving licence valid in the UK For more information, please call Meg Smith on (phone number removed) To apply, please submit your CV outlining your relevant experience and qualifications. We will be reviewing applications on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.
Job Title: Fire Safety Officer Type: 3 Months Contract Location: Home based, covering the Central Region ( includes Gwent, Gloucestershire, Hereford, Shropshire, Worcester, Staffordshire and Northants, Buckinghamshire, Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Norfolk and Suffolk ) with lots of travel Salary: £350-£500 day rate Hours: Full Time BRC are working closely with a leading Housing Association in England. In this role you will act as the competent source of advice for fire safety within your geographical area of operation, providing technical advice and support to colleagues on all matters relating to fire safety. You will work collaboratively with colleagues across the Homes Directorate to ensure that repairs, refurbishment and capital schemes are reviewed to ensure that design standards conform to best practice and works undertaken meet company's quality expectations. Reporting to the Head of Fire and Building Safety, you will liaise with local Fire & Rescue teams and the business' primary authority partner to respond to fire events and enforcement activity across your area. You will work alongside the building safety team to deliver the business' building safety engagement strategy and fire safety communication programme and support residents to live safely in their homes. Duties: Provide technical advice and support to the business regarding all fire safety matters; Undertake desk top reviews of proposed new build and refurbishment schemes and provide commentary and recommendations regarding design standards and specifications; Review resident alteration requests to ensure that proposals do not enhance the risk from fire within the dwelling or the building as a whole; Undertake fire safety assurance audits across the residential building stock to ensure fire safety risks are being robustly managed; Inspect secondary means of escape (where access has not been attained) during the FRA to ensure they remain unobstructed; Support the Building Safety programme lead in attaining access to flats to complete flat entrance fire door inspection programme. Support the Head of Fire and Building Safety in ensuring that fire evacuation strategies for blocks of flats are documented and maintained; Audit and maintain the contents of secure information boxes where installed in 11-18m blocks of flats, within their allocated operational area; Be responsible for the implementation and management of interim measures, where required following completion of an FRA/ compartmentation survey which has identified defects in a buildings fire protective measures; Inspect and audit the quality of repair and planned works to buildings during and on completion of investment projects, which have included (or impacted) fire safety precautions; Undertake reviews of H&S files, O&Ms and Regulation 38 packs for completeness; Liaise with fire and rescue services regarding post fire and planned audits; Undertake post fire inspections and provide root cause analysis reports for submission to the business Building Safety Committee Monitor and coordinate the delivery of works/ actions to address letters of non-conformity and enforcement notices to completion; Respond to fire and rescue services requests for information; Assist and support customer experience colleagues with the completion of person centred risk assessments for residents and produce and implement, personal emergency evacuation plans (PEEPs); Support the Head of Fire Safety to respond to fire Safety complaints and concerns raised by residents; Provide input to support the design and delivery of the business fire improvement capital investment programme; Promote collaborative working across the business to support the delivery of company's Building Safety strategy; Contribute to the design and delivery of a fire safety and building safety communication campaign; Attend resident, community and corporate events to raise awareness regarding fire safety; Participate in the department of an out of hours rota, to ensure the team respond to outside normal working hours emergencies in line with company's Business Continuity arrangements Requirements: Demonstrable experience of working within a social housing organisation in a similar role Able to demonstrate detailed knowledge regarding fire safety statutory instruments, British Standards and Sector guidance Able to demonstrate an understanding of building pathology An understanding of The Building Safety Act and Social Housing Act are essential An understanding of JCT and other contract forms Experience of carrying out site inspection and audits to monitor change and ensure the quality of delivery Membership of the IFE at Graduate grade or higher A minimum level 4 qualification in fire safety management, risk assessment or engineering (Applicants with level three qualifications who hold Associate membership or Full member status, with relevant experience in a similar role will also be considered) A full driving licence valid in the UK For more information, please call Meg Smith on (phone number removed) To apply, please submit your CV outlining your relevant experience and qualifications. We will be reviewing applications on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.
Sep 02, 2025
Contractor
Job Title: Fire Safety Officer Type: 3 Months Contract Location: Home based, covering the Central Region ( includes Gwent, Gloucestershire, Hereford, Shropshire, Worcester, Staffordshire and Northants, Buckinghamshire, Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Norfolk and Suffolk ) with lots of travel Salary: £350-£500 day rate Hours: Full Time BRC are working closely with a leading Housing Association in England. In this role you will act as the competent source of advice for fire safety within your geographical area of operation, providing technical advice and support to colleagues on all matters relating to fire safety. You will work collaboratively with colleagues across the Homes Directorate to ensure that repairs, refurbishment and capital schemes are reviewed to ensure that design standards conform to best practice and works undertaken meet company's quality expectations. Reporting to the Head of Fire and Building Safety, you will liaise with local Fire & Rescue teams and the business' primary authority partner to respond to fire events and enforcement activity across your area. You will work alongside the building safety team to deliver the business' building safety engagement strategy and fire safety communication programme and support residents to live safely in their homes. Duties: Provide technical advice and support to the business regarding all fire safety matters; Undertake desk top reviews of proposed new build and refurbishment schemes and provide commentary and recommendations regarding design standards and specifications; Review resident alteration requests to ensure that proposals do not enhance the risk from fire within the dwelling or the building as a whole; Undertake fire safety assurance audits across the residential building stock to ensure fire safety risks are being robustly managed; Inspect secondary means of escape (where access has not been attained) during the FRA to ensure they remain unobstructed; Support the Building Safety programme lead in attaining access to flats to complete flat entrance fire door inspection programme. Support the Head of Fire and Building Safety in ensuring that fire evacuation strategies for blocks of flats are documented and maintained; Audit and maintain the contents of secure information boxes where installed in 11-18m blocks of flats, within their allocated operational area; Be responsible for the implementation and management of interim measures, where required following completion of an FRA/ compartmentation survey which has identified defects in a buildings fire protective measures; Inspect and audit the quality of repair and planned works to buildings during and on completion of investment projects, which have included (or impacted) fire safety precautions; Undertake reviews of H&S files, O&Ms and Regulation 38 packs for completeness; Liaise with fire and rescue services regarding post fire and planned audits; Undertake post fire inspections and provide root cause analysis reports for submission to the business Building Safety Committee Monitor and coordinate the delivery of works/ actions to address letters of non-conformity and enforcement notices to completion; Respond to fire and rescue services requests for information; Assist and support customer experience colleagues with the completion of person centred risk assessments for residents and produce and implement, personal emergency evacuation plans (PEEPs); Support the Head of Fire Safety to respond to fire Safety complaints and concerns raised by residents; Provide input to support the design and delivery of the business fire improvement capital investment programme; Promote collaborative working across the business to support the delivery of company's Building Safety strategy; Contribute to the design and delivery of a fire safety and building safety communication campaign; Attend resident, community and corporate events to raise awareness regarding fire safety; Participate in the department of an out of hours rota, to ensure the team respond to outside normal working hours emergencies in line with company's Business Continuity arrangements Requirements: Demonstrable experience of working within a social housing organisation in a similar role Able to demonstrate detailed knowledge regarding fire safety statutory instruments, British Standards and Sector guidance Able to demonstrate an understanding of building pathology An understanding of The Building Safety Act and Social Housing Act are essential An understanding of JCT and other contract forms Experience of carrying out site inspection and audits to monitor change and ensure the quality of delivery Membership of the IFE at Graduate grade or higher A minimum level 4 qualification in fire safety management, risk assessment or engineering (Applicants with level three qualifications who hold Associate membership or Full member status, with relevant experience in a similar role will also be considered) A full driving licence valid in the UK For more information, please call Meg Smith on (phone number removed) To apply, please submit your CV outlining your relevant experience and qualifications. We will be reviewing applications on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.
Our client is a well-established manufacturing business who are looking for a Company Accountant to run their finance department.on retirement of current postholder. The Role of the Company Accountant You will be responsible for all aspects of the financial management, legal entity and reporting requirements and your responsibilities include: Preparing monthly management accounts and report variances against budget. Reviewing and updating Sage Provide monthly standard cost variance reporting. Managing all cash collection and supplier purchase payments to meet KPIs periodically set and reviewed by the Board of Directors. Reporting on stock and asset utilization. Preparing annual budgets. Preparing annual reports for Companies House and liaising with external accountants for statutory reporting and tax computations. Ensuring that the company has adequate funding to meet its working capital and capital investment requirements. To liaise and report to the company s bankers as required. Managing the financial and admin departmental resources to meet the reporting and financial control standards as defined by the Board of Directors. Ensuring that the company is fully insured and meets all legislative reporting requirements. Managing all day to day company IT and telecoms policy. Reporting and accounting for all tax computations whether VAT, PAYE/NI and Corporation tax. Other ad hoc duties as agreed from time to time by the Board of Directors. The Candidate for Company Accountant Fully qualified Accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) with previous financial control and management reporting experience. Strong interpersonal skills. Good knowledge of Sage Effective communication in English, both verbal and written. The ability to plan and prioritize workloads in order to meet deadlines. Please note this role is onsite so please not apply if you are looking to WFH
Sep 02, 2025
Full time
Our client is a well-established manufacturing business who are looking for a Company Accountant to run their finance department.on retirement of current postholder. The Role of the Company Accountant You will be responsible for all aspects of the financial management, legal entity and reporting requirements and your responsibilities include: Preparing monthly management accounts and report variances against budget. Reviewing and updating Sage Provide monthly standard cost variance reporting. Managing all cash collection and supplier purchase payments to meet KPIs periodically set and reviewed by the Board of Directors. Reporting on stock and asset utilization. Preparing annual budgets. Preparing annual reports for Companies House and liaising with external accountants for statutory reporting and tax computations. Ensuring that the company has adequate funding to meet its working capital and capital investment requirements. To liaise and report to the company s bankers as required. Managing the financial and admin departmental resources to meet the reporting and financial control standards as defined by the Board of Directors. Ensuring that the company is fully insured and meets all legislative reporting requirements. Managing all day to day company IT and telecoms policy. Reporting and accounting for all tax computations whether VAT, PAYE/NI and Corporation tax. Other ad hoc duties as agreed from time to time by the Board of Directors. The Candidate for Company Accountant Fully qualified Accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) with previous financial control and management reporting experience. Strong interpersonal skills. Good knowledge of Sage Effective communication in English, both verbal and written. The ability to plan and prioritize workloads in order to meet deadlines. Please note this role is onsite so please not apply if you are looking to WFH
PPR Social Care
Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear
Head of Service - Asset Management Location: North East Pay Rate: £55 per hour Contract Type: AgencyAre you an experienced and strategic housing leader ready for your next career-defining role? We're looking for a Head of Service - Asset Management to join a forward-thinking Housing & Communities Directorate in the North East, where you'll shape the future of social housing and make a real difference for residents and communities. ? About the Role: In this pivotal role, you'll take the lead on delivering high-quality asset and compliance services across a substantial council-owned housing stock. Your focus will be on ensuring value for money , capital investment planning , and compliance excellence while keeping resident wellbeing at the heart of all decision-making.You'll oversee strategic initiatives including: The Social Housing Asset Management Programme Long-term capital investment planning Budget responsibility for multi-million-pound housing assets Ensuring timely, safe, and sustainable outcomes for tenants Key Responsibilities: Lead, manage, and inspire a high-performing asset management team Deliver compliance and asset strategies that meet housing regulations and local priorities Work collaboratively with stakeholders to shape investment decisions Ensure homes are safe, high-quality, and aligned with long-term regeneration goals Embed best practice in operational delivery and resident engagement ? What You'll Bring: Proven senior leadership experience in asset management , housing compliance , or capital investment Strong budgetary and project management skills A passion for delivering excellent services to social housing residents Ability to build strong partnerships internally and regionally A strategic mindset with a focus on continuous improvement and innovation A resident-first approach and commitment to equality, inclusion, and community wellbeing Why Work Through Pertemps? A dedicated consultant with access to nationwide roles Streamlined registration and onboarding process Ongoing compliance support Prompt and reliable payroll Generous referral bonuses and regular incentives Easily commutable from: Redcar, Saltburn-by-the-Sea, Guisborough, Brotton, Eston, Skelton, Loftus, Gateshead, Middlesbrough, Durham, Hartlepool, Scarborough, Hambleton, Stockton-on-Tees, Darlington, Whitby, and Sunderland. Not quite the right role for you? We also recruit for senior and specialist roles across: Adult Social Care, Children's Services, Asset Management, Housing Strategy, Team Managers, Heads of Service , and more. Know someone who may be a great fit? Refer them and earn a generous referral bonus !
Sep 01, 2025
Full time
Head of Service - Asset Management Location: North East Pay Rate: £55 per hour Contract Type: AgencyAre you an experienced and strategic housing leader ready for your next career-defining role? We're looking for a Head of Service - Asset Management to join a forward-thinking Housing & Communities Directorate in the North East, where you'll shape the future of social housing and make a real difference for residents and communities. ? About the Role: In this pivotal role, you'll take the lead on delivering high-quality asset and compliance services across a substantial council-owned housing stock. Your focus will be on ensuring value for money , capital investment planning , and compliance excellence while keeping resident wellbeing at the heart of all decision-making.You'll oversee strategic initiatives including: The Social Housing Asset Management Programme Long-term capital investment planning Budget responsibility for multi-million-pound housing assets Ensuring timely, safe, and sustainable outcomes for tenants Key Responsibilities: Lead, manage, and inspire a high-performing asset management team Deliver compliance and asset strategies that meet housing regulations and local priorities Work collaboratively with stakeholders to shape investment decisions Ensure homes are safe, high-quality, and aligned with long-term regeneration goals Embed best practice in operational delivery and resident engagement ? What You'll Bring: Proven senior leadership experience in asset management , housing compliance , or capital investment Strong budgetary and project management skills A passion for delivering excellent services to social housing residents Ability to build strong partnerships internally and regionally A strategic mindset with a focus on continuous improvement and innovation A resident-first approach and commitment to equality, inclusion, and community wellbeing Why Work Through Pertemps? A dedicated consultant with access to nationwide roles Streamlined registration and onboarding process Ongoing compliance support Prompt and reliable payroll Generous referral bonuses and regular incentives Easily commutable from: Redcar, Saltburn-by-the-Sea, Guisborough, Brotton, Eston, Skelton, Loftus, Gateshead, Middlesbrough, Durham, Hartlepool, Scarborough, Hambleton, Stockton-on-Tees, Darlington, Whitby, and Sunderland. Not quite the right role for you? We also recruit for senior and specialist roles across: Adult Social Care, Children's Services, Asset Management, Housing Strategy, Team Managers, Heads of Service , and more. Know someone who may be a great fit? Refer them and earn a generous referral bonus !
The City & Capital team are currently representing a highly respected & fast growing commercial property finance lender who have retained our services to appoint an ambitious IT Technician at an exciting time. Our client is extremely well-funded with increased investment driving a new round of growth which is set to take the business to the next level. Due to this they are keen to bolster their IT department with the appointment of an ambitious & dynamic Junior IT Support Technician. Within the role you will support the IT Support Technician & Head of Department with the day to day IT support needs needs of a growing business. This is is role that will come with a lot of progression potential where excellent performance and attitude is demonstrated so ambitious types are welcome! Role duties include (but are not limited to) Provide technical assistance with computer hardware and software. Network and Internet troubleshooting. Supporting employees with IT related issues. Supporting employees whilst remote working. Install, upgrade, support Windows 10/11, and Microsoft Office as well as other authorised desktop applications. Setting up equipment for new starters. Administer, Manage, Support Email Exchange. Install, upgrade, support, and troubleshoot for printers, mobiles, laptops and any other IT related systems. Adhere to the strict 15-minute SLA for minor IT issues, via ticketing system. Keeping records of all ongoing issues tickets. Regular maintenance and patching of infrastructure, endpoints as well as on servers. Managing Boardrooms for videoconferencing, TV, Mini PC, Polycom etc. Managing CCTV. Managing Internal Key fob system. Supporting any other technology related equipment as and when needed and always follow best practice Experience Strongly Desired: Windows Server - 2012 Onwards. Microsoft Azure - maintenance, configuration, and monitoring. Microsoft Exchange. Microsoft Office 365 - maintenance and configuration. Windows OS 10, 11 and MacOS. iPhone Management. Active Directory and Azure AD. DNS, DHCP, Group Policy. Networking, switches, subnets, LAN, WAN, DNS. CRM, Database, MySQL. HTML, CSS, JavaScript, PHP. .net, XML, API. WordPress. cPanel, Linux Server. Microsoft Excel and Macros. Synology NAS. Our client is ideally looking to pay a competitive basic salary of c£40k/£45k for the ideal individual. Higher offers may be considered for exceptional experience. Salary will be complemented by access to our clients favourable benefits & bonus package too, to boost year on year earnings. Our client is renowned for their strong and proven promote from within policy, with many members of the current team having started in more junior roles and the progressing due to performance. Therefore it is highly expected that this role will also allow you to propel career & salary standing forward within. Our client is keen to make this appointment quickly in line with demand. Therefore if this looks of interest and you feel you can meet the requirements of the brief then we would be keen to receive your application as soon as possible. We will then get back to you with an update once your application has been reviewed. Thanks!
Sep 01, 2025
Full time
The City & Capital team are currently representing a highly respected & fast growing commercial property finance lender who have retained our services to appoint an ambitious IT Technician at an exciting time. Our client is extremely well-funded with increased investment driving a new round of growth which is set to take the business to the next level. Due to this they are keen to bolster their IT department with the appointment of an ambitious & dynamic Junior IT Support Technician. Within the role you will support the IT Support Technician & Head of Department with the day to day IT support needs needs of a growing business. This is is role that will come with a lot of progression potential where excellent performance and attitude is demonstrated so ambitious types are welcome! Role duties include (but are not limited to) Provide technical assistance with computer hardware and software. Network and Internet troubleshooting. Supporting employees with IT related issues. Supporting employees whilst remote working. Install, upgrade, support Windows 10/11, and Microsoft Office as well as other authorised desktop applications. Setting up equipment for new starters. Administer, Manage, Support Email Exchange. Install, upgrade, support, and troubleshoot for printers, mobiles, laptops and any other IT related systems. Adhere to the strict 15-minute SLA for minor IT issues, via ticketing system. Keeping records of all ongoing issues tickets. Regular maintenance and patching of infrastructure, endpoints as well as on servers. Managing Boardrooms for videoconferencing, TV, Mini PC, Polycom etc. Managing CCTV. Managing Internal Key fob system. Supporting any other technology related equipment as and when needed and always follow best practice Experience Strongly Desired: Windows Server - 2012 Onwards. Microsoft Azure - maintenance, configuration, and monitoring. Microsoft Exchange. Microsoft Office 365 - maintenance and configuration. Windows OS 10, 11 and MacOS. iPhone Management. Active Directory and Azure AD. DNS, DHCP, Group Policy. Networking, switches, subnets, LAN, WAN, DNS. CRM, Database, MySQL. HTML, CSS, JavaScript, PHP. .net, XML, API. WordPress. cPanel, Linux Server. Microsoft Excel and Macros. Synology NAS. Our client is ideally looking to pay a competitive basic salary of c£40k/£45k for the ideal individual. Higher offers may be considered for exceptional experience. Salary will be complemented by access to our clients favourable benefits & bonus package too, to boost year on year earnings. Our client is renowned for their strong and proven promote from within policy, with many members of the current team having started in more junior roles and the progressing due to performance. Therefore it is highly expected that this role will also allow you to propel career & salary standing forward within. Our client is keen to make this appointment quickly in line with demand. Therefore if this looks of interest and you feel you can meet the requirements of the brief then we would be keen to receive your application as soon as possible. We will then get back to you with an update once your application has been reviewed. Thanks!
Our client is seeking a Senior Investment Manager to join their established investment company. The selected candidate will report to the Family Director and the Investment Committee. You must be working in EU time zone for this position. About The investment company manages a diverse portfolio including equities, fixed income, hedge funds, private equities and direct investments. The Senior Investment Manager will primarily focus on managing our equities and hedge fund portfolios while supporting broader investment activities and total portfolio strategy. They cultivate a culture where innovation thrives through challenging the status quo, embracing calculated risks, and approaching every challenge with the resourcefulness and vision of founders. Responsibilities: Take part in overall portfolio, investment strategy decisions, asset allocations and risk management. Develop an investment strategy customized to our company's mandate, with particular focus on equities and hedge funds Identify emerging market trends and capitalize on strategic opportunities Source investments and maintain relationships with other LPs, GPs, and Advisors to build a high-quality pipeline of opportunities Develop and execute a thorough due diligence process for investments Conduct comprehensive due diligence on investments - both new and existing Track exposures in the portfolio and implement risk management strategies Monitor and report investment performance to family office principal(s) Ensure compliance with financial regulations and investment governance Qualifications: 10+ years in asset management, preferably with a fund of hedge funds or another allocator with a specialisation in hedge funds and equities Demonstrated track record of successful investment selections and portfolio performance Strong network and exceptional deal-sourcing capabilities Deep expertise in due diligence and sourcing, particularly in hedge fund strategies Advanced analytical skills and proficiency in portfolio modelling Excellent communication skills and ability to present complex investment concepts clearly Entrepreneurial mindset with ability to identify unique opportunities Must be EU based. This position offers a unique opportunity to both manage and build equities and hedge fund portfolios, while contributing to all aspects of our investment strategy in a dynamic, forward-thinking environment. If you would like to find out more about the role, please send a (preferably Word) copy of your latest CV
Sep 01, 2025
Full time
Our client is seeking a Senior Investment Manager to join their established investment company. The selected candidate will report to the Family Director and the Investment Committee. You must be working in EU time zone for this position. About The investment company manages a diverse portfolio including equities, fixed income, hedge funds, private equities and direct investments. The Senior Investment Manager will primarily focus on managing our equities and hedge fund portfolios while supporting broader investment activities and total portfolio strategy. They cultivate a culture where innovation thrives through challenging the status quo, embracing calculated risks, and approaching every challenge with the resourcefulness and vision of founders. Responsibilities: Take part in overall portfolio, investment strategy decisions, asset allocations and risk management. Develop an investment strategy customized to our company's mandate, with particular focus on equities and hedge funds Identify emerging market trends and capitalize on strategic opportunities Source investments and maintain relationships with other LPs, GPs, and Advisors to build a high-quality pipeline of opportunities Develop and execute a thorough due diligence process for investments Conduct comprehensive due diligence on investments - both new and existing Track exposures in the portfolio and implement risk management strategies Monitor and report investment performance to family office principal(s) Ensure compliance with financial regulations and investment governance Qualifications: 10+ years in asset management, preferably with a fund of hedge funds or another allocator with a specialisation in hedge funds and equities Demonstrated track record of successful investment selections and portfolio performance Strong network and exceptional deal-sourcing capabilities Deep expertise in due diligence and sourcing, particularly in hedge fund strategies Advanced analytical skills and proficiency in portfolio modelling Excellent communication skills and ability to present complex investment concepts clearly Entrepreneurial mindset with ability to identify unique opportunities Must be EU based. This position offers a unique opportunity to both manage and build equities and hedge fund portfolios, while contributing to all aspects of our investment strategy in a dynamic, forward-thinking environment. If you would like to find out more about the role, please send a (preferably Word) copy of your latest CV
Watford Fully Qualified ICA/ACCA/CIMA Up to £75,000 Take Your Accounts Career to the Next Level! Are you an experienced Financial Controller with at least 5-10 years relevant experience? A dynamic opportunity awaits you at a well-established organisation, part of a prestigious group with globally recognised brands. One to One Personnel is proud to partner with a leading name in the industry and are currently seeking a highly experienced, organised, detail oriented Financial Controller who will be reporting to The Chief Financial Officer. To be considered you must have a minimum of 5-10 years experience, including financial management and preferably with some experience in a firm of chartered accountants. You must be fully qualified in CIMA/ACCA/ or ICA. 4 or more years UK based professional experience is required to be considered. What You ll Need Minimum 10 years experience, including financial management and preferably with some experience in a firm of chartered accountants Experience in using SAGE 200 or equivalent accounting package Experience in using ERP System, Excel (advanced) Experience in working to strict deadlines, attention to detail and supervision of staff Experience in stock control Role and Responsibilities Financial Management & Reporting Oversee the financial operations of the UK entity and its subsidiaries, ensuring compliance with local accounting standards and regulatory requirements Prepare financial statements, management accounts, and consolidated reports Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual closing processes, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and adherence to reporting deadlines Conduct variance analysis (actuals vs. budget), identifying risks and opportunities to inform strategic decision-making Ensure intercompany reconciliations between UK entity, its subsidiaries, and the wider group are accurate, timely, and up to date Budgeting, Forecasting & Strategic Planning Work closely with the Management Accountant to develop and manage the annual budget and rolling forecasts, ensuring alignment with financial objectives Provide financial insights to support strategic business decisions, including cost control, investment opportunities, and revenue optimisation Monitor and analyse key financial KPIs and performance indicators, identifying trends and advising leadership on actionable insights Partner with commercial teams to assess the profitability of B2B and B2C operations, ensuring margin sustainability and revenue growth Taxation & Compliance Oversee the preparation and submission of corporate tax, VAT, and indirect tax filings for the UK and its subsidiaries, ensuring compliance with local regulations Collaborate with tax advisers, where required, to optimise transfer pricing and intercompany transactions, minimising tax risks Ensure adherence to HMRC (UK) and relevant local tax authority regulations, staying up to date with legislative changes Support external audits (both statutory and group audits), ensuring all documentation and audit queries are handled efficiently Cash Flow & Treasury Management Manage the group s cash flow, ensuring adequate liquidity and working capital for operational and strategic needs Oversee currency exposure and assist in development of strategies to hedge foreign exchange risks, particularly across GBP, EUR, and USD Optimise treasury processes, including payment controls, and cash flow forecasting Risk Management & Internal Controls Implement and maintain robust internal controls to prevent financial misstatements, fraud, and operational risks Work closely with external auditors to ensure financial and operational control testing is effectively conducted Identify and assess financial risks, implementing mitigation strategies to protect company assets and ensure regulatory compliance Leadership & Stakeholder Management Act as a strategic finance business partner to senior management, providing financial leadership and support Manage and develop the finance team, ensuring continuous training, professional development, and performance management Liaise with legal, tax, and commercial teams to ensure cross-functional alignment and effective decision-making ERP & Financial Systems Oversee the ERP and financial reporting systems, ensuring efficient financial reporting, data accuracy, and operational effectiveness Drive automation and process improvements to enhance financial reporting, internal controls, and efficiency in finance operations Ensure system integrity and support enhancements that align with business growth and scalability What s in It for You? Up to £75,000 (depending on qualifications & experience) 25 days of annual leave + bank holidays Additional days holiday between Christmas and New Year if the Directors decide to close the business Standard working hours 9 to 5:30 - 30 min lunch = 40 hours a week 1-day WFH after probation and training at the company s sole discretion (non-contractual) Workplace Pension Scheme 60% Discount on our products that we have on Ecommerce Sample sales 2+ times a year Short Leave with pre-approval from Line Manager to take up to 2 hours off without deduction from holiday allowance Statutory sick pay Annual pay review and/or bonus at the Directors discretion If you have all the skills above and feel this is the role for you, please do not hesitate to contact us at 121 Personnel on (phone number removed) or forward your CV to (url removed)
Sep 01, 2025
Full time
Watford Fully Qualified ICA/ACCA/CIMA Up to £75,000 Take Your Accounts Career to the Next Level! Are you an experienced Financial Controller with at least 5-10 years relevant experience? A dynamic opportunity awaits you at a well-established organisation, part of a prestigious group with globally recognised brands. One to One Personnel is proud to partner with a leading name in the industry and are currently seeking a highly experienced, organised, detail oriented Financial Controller who will be reporting to The Chief Financial Officer. To be considered you must have a minimum of 5-10 years experience, including financial management and preferably with some experience in a firm of chartered accountants. You must be fully qualified in CIMA/ACCA/ or ICA. 4 or more years UK based professional experience is required to be considered. What You ll Need Minimum 10 years experience, including financial management and preferably with some experience in a firm of chartered accountants Experience in using SAGE 200 or equivalent accounting package Experience in using ERP System, Excel (advanced) Experience in working to strict deadlines, attention to detail and supervision of staff Experience in stock control Role and Responsibilities Financial Management & Reporting Oversee the financial operations of the UK entity and its subsidiaries, ensuring compliance with local accounting standards and regulatory requirements Prepare financial statements, management accounts, and consolidated reports Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual closing processes, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and adherence to reporting deadlines Conduct variance analysis (actuals vs. budget), identifying risks and opportunities to inform strategic decision-making Ensure intercompany reconciliations between UK entity, its subsidiaries, and the wider group are accurate, timely, and up to date Budgeting, Forecasting & Strategic Planning Work closely with the Management Accountant to develop and manage the annual budget and rolling forecasts, ensuring alignment with financial objectives Provide financial insights to support strategic business decisions, including cost control, investment opportunities, and revenue optimisation Monitor and analyse key financial KPIs and performance indicators, identifying trends and advising leadership on actionable insights Partner with commercial teams to assess the profitability of B2B and B2C operations, ensuring margin sustainability and revenue growth Taxation & Compliance Oversee the preparation and submission of corporate tax, VAT, and indirect tax filings for the UK and its subsidiaries, ensuring compliance with local regulations Collaborate with tax advisers, where required, to optimise transfer pricing and intercompany transactions, minimising tax risks Ensure adherence to HMRC (UK) and relevant local tax authority regulations, staying up to date with legislative changes Support external audits (both statutory and group audits), ensuring all documentation and audit queries are handled efficiently Cash Flow & Treasury Management Manage the group s cash flow, ensuring adequate liquidity and working capital for operational and strategic needs Oversee currency exposure and assist in development of strategies to hedge foreign exchange risks, particularly across GBP, EUR, and USD Optimise treasury processes, including payment controls, and cash flow forecasting Risk Management & Internal Controls Implement and maintain robust internal controls to prevent financial misstatements, fraud, and operational risks Work closely with external auditors to ensure financial and operational control testing is effectively conducted Identify and assess financial risks, implementing mitigation strategies to protect company assets and ensure regulatory compliance Leadership & Stakeholder Management Act as a strategic finance business partner to senior management, providing financial leadership and support Manage and develop the finance team, ensuring continuous training, professional development, and performance management Liaise with legal, tax, and commercial teams to ensure cross-functional alignment and effective decision-making ERP & Financial Systems Oversee the ERP and financial reporting systems, ensuring efficient financial reporting, data accuracy, and operational effectiveness Drive automation and process improvements to enhance financial reporting, internal controls, and efficiency in finance operations Ensure system integrity and support enhancements that align with business growth and scalability What s in It for You? Up to £75,000 (depending on qualifications & experience) 25 days of annual leave + bank holidays Additional days holiday between Christmas and New Year if the Directors decide to close the business Standard working hours 9 to 5:30 - 30 min lunch = 40 hours a week 1-day WFH after probation and training at the company s sole discretion (non-contractual) Workplace Pension Scheme 60% Discount on our products that we have on Ecommerce Sample sales 2+ times a year Short Leave with pre-approval from Line Manager to take up to 2 hours off without deduction from holiday allowance Statutory sick pay Annual pay review and/or bonus at the Directors discretion If you have all the skills above and feel this is the role for you, please do not hesitate to contact us at 121 Personnel on (phone number removed) or forward your CV to (url removed)
Assistant Director - Property Services Location: Essex Salary: 58,000 rising to 64,368 Reports to: Executive Director - Property Services Responsible for: Departmental Heads About the Role Our client in Essex is a Homelessness Charity and Registered Social Housing Provider, supporting people to overcome homelessness and rebuild their lives. With a portfolio of supported accommodation, offices, and a small number of retail units, they are committed to providing safe, well-maintained environments that foster recovery and independence. They are now seeking a dynamic and experienced leader to join the Senior Management Team as Assistant Director - Property Services . This pivotal role carries overall responsibility for ensuring compliance with regulatory frameworks, overseeing planned and responsive maintenance, asset management, and facilities services, while leading both in-house repairs/compliance teams and external contractor relationships. The successful candidate will ensure all properties are safe, compliant, efficient, and fit for purpose, supporting service users to feel secure and respected in their homes. You will also play a key role in strategic decisions around asset management, sustainability, and capital investment, aligning with wider organisational objectives. This is both an operational and strategic leadership position-perfect for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, is passionate about service excellence, and wants to make a tangible impact in tackling homelessness. Key Responsibilities Service Development & Delivery Lead the development, delivery, and continuous improvement of property services. Ensure full legal and regulatory compliance across all properties, including building safety, landlord obligations, H&S, and social housing standards. Oversee responsive and planned maintenance, including contractor management. Embed robust compliance monitoring and audit systems. Champion a "right first time" approach, incorporating tenant feedback and co-production. Leadership & People Management Provide inspirational leadership to departmental managers and teams. Recruit, develop, and performance-manage staff within Property Services. Drive cross-departmental collaboration and service integration. Contribute actively to the Senior Management Team, supporting strategic planning and transformation. Governance & Compliance Lead governance structures to manage property and capital projects. Monitor and mitigate risks related to property, safety, and compliance. Report to the Executive Team, Trustees, and regulators. Ensure services operate within robust policies, procedures, and QA frameworks. Finance & Budgetary Oversight Manage departmental budgets with strong cost control and value for money. Develop short- and long-term investment plans for asset management. Work closely with Finance to align capital/revenue spend with priorities. Approve procurement, contracts, and departmental spend within delegation. Miscellaneous Act as an ambassador for the organisation's mission, values, and vision. Build collaborative relationships with partners, funders, contractors, and stakeholders. Ensure property services support strategic priorities such as sustainability, inclusion, and continuous improvement. Person Specification Essential Experience & Knowledge Significant senior experience in property, housing, asset, or facilities management (social housing, supported housing, or charity sector preferred). Strong understanding of regulatory and statutory requirements (housing, landlord compliance, H&S, building safety). Proven track record of managing multi-disciplinary teams and contractors. Budget management experience in resource-constrained environments. Skilled in risk management and delivering high-quality, compliance-led services. Skills & Competencies Inspirational leader with strong people skills. Excellent communicator across all stakeholders, including tenants and regulators. Strategic thinker, commercially astute, with project management expertise. Confident with data and analytics to inform decision-making. Committed to inclusive, values-driven leadership and co-production. Qualifications Degree or equivalent in a relevant field (construction, housing, property management, surveying). Membership of a relevant professional body (RICS, CIOB, IWFM) or equivalent experience. Ongoing CPD and commitment to best practice.
Sep 01, 2025
Full time
Assistant Director - Property Services Location: Essex Salary: 58,000 rising to 64,368 Reports to: Executive Director - Property Services Responsible for: Departmental Heads About the Role Our client in Essex is a Homelessness Charity and Registered Social Housing Provider, supporting people to overcome homelessness and rebuild their lives. With a portfolio of supported accommodation, offices, and a small number of retail units, they are committed to providing safe, well-maintained environments that foster recovery and independence. They are now seeking a dynamic and experienced leader to join the Senior Management Team as Assistant Director - Property Services . This pivotal role carries overall responsibility for ensuring compliance with regulatory frameworks, overseeing planned and responsive maintenance, asset management, and facilities services, while leading both in-house repairs/compliance teams and external contractor relationships. The successful candidate will ensure all properties are safe, compliant, efficient, and fit for purpose, supporting service users to feel secure and respected in their homes. You will also play a key role in strategic decisions around asset management, sustainability, and capital investment, aligning with wider organisational objectives. This is both an operational and strategic leadership position-perfect for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, is passionate about service excellence, and wants to make a tangible impact in tackling homelessness. Key Responsibilities Service Development & Delivery Lead the development, delivery, and continuous improvement of property services. Ensure full legal and regulatory compliance across all properties, including building safety, landlord obligations, H&S, and social housing standards. Oversee responsive and planned maintenance, including contractor management. Embed robust compliance monitoring and audit systems. Champion a "right first time" approach, incorporating tenant feedback and co-production. Leadership & People Management Provide inspirational leadership to departmental managers and teams. Recruit, develop, and performance-manage staff within Property Services. Drive cross-departmental collaboration and service integration. Contribute actively to the Senior Management Team, supporting strategic planning and transformation. Governance & Compliance Lead governance structures to manage property and capital projects. Monitor and mitigate risks related to property, safety, and compliance. Report to the Executive Team, Trustees, and regulators. Ensure services operate within robust policies, procedures, and QA frameworks. Finance & Budgetary Oversight Manage departmental budgets with strong cost control and value for money. Develop short- and long-term investment plans for asset management. Work closely with Finance to align capital/revenue spend with priorities. Approve procurement, contracts, and departmental spend within delegation. Miscellaneous Act as an ambassador for the organisation's mission, values, and vision. Build collaborative relationships with partners, funders, contractors, and stakeholders. Ensure property services support strategic priorities such as sustainability, inclusion, and continuous improvement. Person Specification Essential Experience & Knowledge Significant senior experience in property, housing, asset, or facilities management (social housing, supported housing, or charity sector preferred). Strong understanding of regulatory and statutory requirements (housing, landlord compliance, H&S, building safety). Proven track record of managing multi-disciplinary teams and contractors. Budget management experience in resource-constrained environments. Skilled in risk management and delivering high-quality, compliance-led services. Skills & Competencies Inspirational leader with strong people skills. Excellent communicator across all stakeholders, including tenants and regulators. Strategic thinker, commercially astute, with project management expertise. Confident with data and analytics to inform decision-making. Committed to inclusive, values-driven leadership and co-production. Qualifications Degree or equivalent in a relevant field (construction, housing, property management, surveying). Membership of a relevant professional body (RICS, CIOB, IWFM) or equivalent experience. Ongoing CPD and commitment to best practice.
Senior / Associate Chartered Building Surveyor (MRICS) - Commercial Sector Location: WarringtonEmployment Type: Full-Time Overview:We are seeking an experienced Chartered Senior / Associate Building Surveyor (MRICS) to join our dynamic team or Director level we are keen to speak to. Focusing on delivering high-quality building consultancy services to private equity clients operating in the commercial real estate sector. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced, client-driven environment where strategic thinking, commercial awareness, and technical expertise are paramount. Key Responsibilities: Undertake pre-acquisition building surveys, technical due diligence, and vendor surveys for commercial properties (office, retail, industrial, logistics). Deliver dilapidations advice, including the preparation and negotiation of schedules of dilapidations and exit strategies. Prepare and manage planned preventative maintenance (PPM) schedules and life cycle costing reports. Conduct reinstatement cost assessments for insurance purposes. Oversee project management of commercial fit-outs, refurbishments, and capital expenditure programs. Advise on defects diagnosis, repair strategies, and remediation works. Support clients in understanding risk, compliance, and asset enhancement opportunities. Provide strategic advice to private equity investors during acquisition, holding, and disposal stages of investment. Prepare measured surveys and prepare planning applications. Prepare strategic feasibility studies and budget cost analysis. Develop and maintain strong client relationships through clear communication and dependable delivery. Collaborate with internal teams including valuation, agency, and asset management to provide holistic advice. Requirements: MRICS qualified. Strong technical background across the core building surveying disciplines. Proven track record working with private equity clients or institutional investors. Solid understanding of commercial leases, landlord & tenant law, and investment criteria. Excellent communication, negotiation, and client management skills. Ability to manage multiple projects and deliver under pressure with minimal supervision. Commercially astute with a proactive, solution-oriented approach. Excellent CAD skills in the preparation of drawings and feasibility studies. Full UK driving license. Desirable: Experience with pan-European portfolios or cross-border real estate transactions. Familiarity with ESG considerations and sustainability in the built environment. What We Offer: Competitive salary and performance-based bonus. Car allowance and benefits package. Hybrid/flexible working arrangements. Parking on site. Opportunities for progression within a growing team. Access to high-profile clients and complex commercial portfolios What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
Sep 01, 2025
Full time
Senior / Associate Chartered Building Surveyor (MRICS) - Commercial Sector Location: WarringtonEmployment Type: Full-Time Overview:We are seeking an experienced Chartered Senior / Associate Building Surveyor (MRICS) to join our dynamic team or Director level we are keen to speak to. Focusing on delivering high-quality building consultancy services to private equity clients operating in the commercial real estate sector. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced, client-driven environment where strategic thinking, commercial awareness, and technical expertise are paramount. Key Responsibilities: Undertake pre-acquisition building surveys, technical due diligence, and vendor surveys for commercial properties (office, retail, industrial, logistics). Deliver dilapidations advice, including the preparation and negotiation of schedules of dilapidations and exit strategies. Prepare and manage planned preventative maintenance (PPM) schedules and life cycle costing reports. Conduct reinstatement cost assessments for insurance purposes. Oversee project management of commercial fit-outs, refurbishments, and capital expenditure programs. Advise on defects diagnosis, repair strategies, and remediation works. Support clients in understanding risk, compliance, and asset enhancement opportunities. Provide strategic advice to private equity investors during acquisition, holding, and disposal stages of investment. Prepare measured surveys and prepare planning applications. Prepare strategic feasibility studies and budget cost analysis. Develop and maintain strong client relationships through clear communication and dependable delivery. Collaborate with internal teams including valuation, agency, and asset management to provide holistic advice. Requirements: MRICS qualified. Strong technical background across the core building surveying disciplines. Proven track record working with private equity clients or institutional investors. Solid understanding of commercial leases, landlord & tenant law, and investment criteria. Excellent communication, negotiation, and client management skills. Ability to manage multiple projects and deliver under pressure with minimal supervision. Commercially astute with a proactive, solution-oriented approach. Excellent CAD skills in the preparation of drawings and feasibility studies. Full UK driving license. Desirable: Experience with pan-European portfolios or cross-border real estate transactions. Familiarity with ESG considerations and sustainability in the built environment. What We Offer: Competitive salary and performance-based bonus. Car allowance and benefits package. Hybrid/flexible working arrangements. Parking on site. Opportunities for progression within a growing team. Access to high-profile clients and complex commercial portfolios What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
Finance & Project Manager Location: Warwick (Hybrid - 2 days/week onsite) Rate: 475 per day (Inside IR35 via Umbrella) Contract Length: 6 months (potential to extend) About the Role A leading UK infrastructure organisation is seeking a skilled Finance & Project Manager to support a major capital investment programme. This is a high-impact role within a strategic division responsible for delivering multi-billion-pound infrastructure upgrades across the UK. You'll lead a team of project accountants, drive financial performance, and play a key role in transforming reporting and delivery processes. Key Responsibilities Lead and mentor a team of 5-7 project accountants, ensuring consistent delivery and performance. Partner with Project Directors, Senior PMs, and Heads of Finance to support strategic delivery. Oversee monthly accounting cycles, stakeholder meetings, and financial deliverables. Drive improvements in forecasting, budgeting, reporting, and regulatory returns. Lead the implementation of standardised financial processes and performance frameworks. Champion continuous improvement across reporting and project controls. Support hybrid working culture and help foster a collaborative, high-performance team. Skills and Experience Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) with strong post-qualification experience. Proven team management experience in large, complex organisations. Background in Big 4/Big 6 audit or technical finance highly desirable. Strong project finance and reporting improvement experience. Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills. Proficiency in SAP and Excel. Comfortable working in a hybrid model and influencing team culture. Why Apply? Be part of a strategic transformation in UK infrastructure. Work in a high-profile division with significant investment and visibility. Opportunity to convert to permanent if value is demonstrated. Collaborate with senior leaders and shape the future of finance delivery. Please note: Due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you do not hear from us within 48 hours, your application has not been successful on this occasion. However, we may retain your details for future suitable opportunities. Pontoon is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.
Sep 01, 2025
Contractor
Finance & Project Manager Location: Warwick (Hybrid - 2 days/week onsite) Rate: 475 per day (Inside IR35 via Umbrella) Contract Length: 6 months (potential to extend) About the Role A leading UK infrastructure organisation is seeking a skilled Finance & Project Manager to support a major capital investment programme. This is a high-impact role within a strategic division responsible for delivering multi-billion-pound infrastructure upgrades across the UK. You'll lead a team of project accountants, drive financial performance, and play a key role in transforming reporting and delivery processes. Key Responsibilities Lead and mentor a team of 5-7 project accountants, ensuring consistent delivery and performance. Partner with Project Directors, Senior PMs, and Heads of Finance to support strategic delivery. Oversee monthly accounting cycles, stakeholder meetings, and financial deliverables. Drive improvements in forecasting, budgeting, reporting, and regulatory returns. Lead the implementation of standardised financial processes and performance frameworks. Champion continuous improvement across reporting and project controls. Support hybrid working culture and help foster a collaborative, high-performance team. Skills and Experience Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) with strong post-qualification experience. Proven team management experience in large, complex organisations. Background in Big 4/Big 6 audit or technical finance highly desirable. Strong project finance and reporting improvement experience. Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills. Proficiency in SAP and Excel. Comfortable working in a hybrid model and influencing team culture. Why Apply? Be part of a strategic transformation in UK infrastructure. Work in a high-profile division with significant investment and visibility. Opportunity to convert to permanent if value is demonstrated. Collaborate with senior leaders and shape the future of finance delivery. Please note: Due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you do not hear from us within 48 hours, your application has not been successful on this occasion. However, we may retain your details for future suitable opportunities. Pontoon is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.
Our client is currently looking to recruit an Interim Sustainable Development Director on an initial 6 month basis. Interim Sustainable Development Director Bedfordshire - Hybrid Day rate is negotiable Lead the transition to a net zero future. Shape a town's long-term vision. An exciting opportunity has arisen for an exceptional leader to step into a strategic Director-level role responsible for delivering sustainable growth, low-carbon transformation, and major infrastructure development for a thriving and ambitious town aiming to achieve net zero carbon by 2040. The Role This senior position oversees a wide-reaching portfolio critical to inclusive economic growth and environmental leadership. Reporting to the Corporate Director for Inclusive Growth, you ll lead the Sustainable Development division and manage a high-performing team delivering across: Climate Change & Sustainability Development Management & Planning Strategy Strategic Flood Risk & Transport Planning Building Control & Safety Compliance Fleet & Highways Services Waste & Passenger Transport You will also take the lead on some of the region s most significant development projects including airport growth, town centre regeneration, and transformational transport and infrastructure programmes. Key Responsibilities Deliver and evolve a strategic vision aligned with a fairer, healthier, and more sustainable future. Provide senior leadership across planning, infrastructure, climate and operational services. Drive the transition to net zero carbon, embedding sustainability across all operations and developments. Oversee the delivery of major infrastructure, transport and regeneration projects, including NSIPs. Manage large operational and capital budgets (approx. £16m revenue and £16m capital). Represent the organisation at regional and national level, securing investment and influencing policy. Act as a key strategic advisor to corporate leaders on environmental policy, planning, and delivery. About You We're looking for an experienced strategic leader with the credibility, resilience and ambition to drive system-wide change and sustainable development. You ll bring: A strong track record of senior management across planning, environmental, infrastructure or place-based disciplines. Demonstrable experience leading large teams and managing high-value operational budgets. Professional qualifications in planning, transport, environment or a related field. Strong understanding of national and local policy frameworks, including planning reform and net zero strategy. A forward-thinking, partnership-led approach to working with government, agencies, businesses and communities. Excellent communication, leadership and stakeholder management skills. What s on Offer A rare opportunity to shape a major town s future and lead on nationally significant projects. A platform to drive innovation in sustainability, regeneration, transport and place-shaping. A collaborative, agile working environment with flexible hybrid arrangements. The chance to build a legacy that supports inclusive growth, environmental responsibility, and community wellbeing. This is a fantastic opportunity to join an established organisation on an initial 6 month basis with potential for contract extensions.
Sep 01, 2025
Contractor
Our client is currently looking to recruit an Interim Sustainable Development Director on an initial 6 month basis. Interim Sustainable Development Director Bedfordshire - Hybrid Day rate is negotiable Lead the transition to a net zero future. Shape a town's long-term vision. An exciting opportunity has arisen for an exceptional leader to step into a strategic Director-level role responsible for delivering sustainable growth, low-carbon transformation, and major infrastructure development for a thriving and ambitious town aiming to achieve net zero carbon by 2040. The Role This senior position oversees a wide-reaching portfolio critical to inclusive economic growth and environmental leadership. Reporting to the Corporate Director for Inclusive Growth, you ll lead the Sustainable Development division and manage a high-performing team delivering across: Climate Change & Sustainability Development Management & Planning Strategy Strategic Flood Risk & Transport Planning Building Control & Safety Compliance Fleet & Highways Services Waste & Passenger Transport You will also take the lead on some of the region s most significant development projects including airport growth, town centre regeneration, and transformational transport and infrastructure programmes. Key Responsibilities Deliver and evolve a strategic vision aligned with a fairer, healthier, and more sustainable future. Provide senior leadership across planning, infrastructure, climate and operational services. Drive the transition to net zero carbon, embedding sustainability across all operations and developments. Oversee the delivery of major infrastructure, transport and regeneration projects, including NSIPs. Manage large operational and capital budgets (approx. £16m revenue and £16m capital). Represent the organisation at regional and national level, securing investment and influencing policy. Act as a key strategic advisor to corporate leaders on environmental policy, planning, and delivery. About You We're looking for an experienced strategic leader with the credibility, resilience and ambition to drive system-wide change and sustainable development. You ll bring: A strong track record of senior management across planning, environmental, infrastructure or place-based disciplines. Demonstrable experience leading large teams and managing high-value operational budgets. Professional qualifications in planning, transport, environment or a related field. Strong understanding of national and local policy frameworks, including planning reform and net zero strategy. A forward-thinking, partnership-led approach to working with government, agencies, businesses and communities. Excellent communication, leadership and stakeholder management skills. What s on Offer A rare opportunity to shape a major town s future and lead on nationally significant projects. A platform to drive innovation in sustainability, regeneration, transport and place-shaping. A collaborative, agile working environment with flexible hybrid arrangements. The chance to build a legacy that supports inclusive growth, environmental responsibility, and community wellbeing. This is a fantastic opportunity to join an established organisation on an initial 6 month basis with potential for contract extensions.
