Your new company As part of their continued investment in technology and cyber resilience, my client is seeking a Cloud Security Engineer to join their dynamic Technology Directorate. This is a pivotal role supporting the Head of Cyber Security and Infrastructure in strengthening the cyber security estate and ensuring robust protection across our digital platforms. Your new role As Cloud Security Engineer, you will play a key role in enhancing cyber resilience. You'll be responsible for leveraging tools such as Microsoft Defender, Sentinel, Azure, and their SOC partner to conduct threat analysis, risk assessments, and implement effective controls. You'll support the delivery of their Cyber Security Sub Strategy in line with the Cyber Assessment Framework, and contribute to the design and operation of threat intelligence, incident response, vulnerability management, and ethical hacking capabilities. You'll work closely with internal stakeholders and external partners to ensure compliance with ISO27001, Cyber Essentials+, and other regulatory frameworks. This role also involves reporting on cyber threats and performance using Power BI, supporting penetration testing, and contributing to the development of secure IT architecture and access control policies. What you'll need to succeed Extensive experience administering the Azure platform and Microsoft security tools (Defender, Sentinel, Intune, Autopilot). Strong understanding of cyber security frameworks including ISO27001, Cyber Essentials+, and the Cyber Assessment Framework. Proven experience in identity and access management, end-user device management, and working with external SOCs. Ability to deliver against cyber security roadmaps, respond to incidents, and remediate vulnerabilities. Experience in building Power BI dashboards and writing security policies and SOPs. A collaborative mindset with excellent communication skills and a proactive approach to continuous improvement. What you'll get in return A chance to make a real impact in a purpose-driven organisation. Flexible working arrangements. Access to professional development and training. A supportive and inclusive culture. Competitive salary up to £52K and benefits package. 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. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
Sep 06, 2025
Full time
Your new company As part of their continued investment in technology and cyber resilience, my client is seeking a Cloud Security Engineer to join their dynamic Technology Directorate. This is a pivotal role supporting the Head of Cyber Security and Infrastructure in strengthening the cyber security estate and ensuring robust protection across our digital platforms. Your new role As Cloud Security Engineer, you will play a key role in enhancing cyber resilience. You'll be responsible for leveraging tools such as Microsoft Defender, Sentinel, Azure, and their SOC partner to conduct threat analysis, risk assessments, and implement effective controls. You'll support the delivery of their Cyber Security Sub Strategy in line with the Cyber Assessment Framework, and contribute to the design and operation of threat intelligence, incident response, vulnerability management, and ethical hacking capabilities. You'll work closely with internal stakeholders and external partners to ensure compliance with ISO27001, Cyber Essentials+, and other regulatory frameworks. This role also involves reporting on cyber threats and performance using Power BI, supporting penetration testing, and contributing to the development of secure IT architecture and access control policies. What you'll need to succeed Extensive experience administering the Azure platform and Microsoft security tools (Defender, Sentinel, Intune, Autopilot). Strong understanding of cyber security frameworks including ISO27001, Cyber Essentials+, and the Cyber Assessment Framework. Proven experience in identity and access management, end-user device management, and working with external SOCs. Ability to deliver against cyber security roadmaps, respond to incidents, and remediate vulnerabilities. Experience in building Power BI dashboards and writing security policies and SOPs. A collaborative mindset with excellent communication skills and a proactive approach to continuous improvement. What you'll get in return A chance to make a real impact in a purpose-driven organisation. Flexible working arrangements. Access to professional development and training. A supportive and inclusive culture. Competitive salary up to £52K and benefits package. 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. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
Commercial Manager Basildon / Essex Permanent Competitive + Car/Car Allowance + Flexible Benefits Summary Reporting to the Senior Commercial Manager, this role includes the management of the commercial team and practices. Advising on the commercial risks and opportunities on contracts from tender to completion. Being responsible for the commercial performance of several frameworks. Providing commercial support and advice to Work Winning and other functions as required. Support the Senior Commercial Manager in preparing the regional management accounts and Contract Reviews. Some of the key deliverables in this role will include: NEC3/4 and bespoke contract management of multiple contracts Manage and develop the Commercial Team ensuring work is delivered on time and to a high standard. Identification & notification of Early Warnings and Compensation Events Management of supply chain contracts and agreements Provide cash forecasts and take responsibility of cash flow forecasting CVR creation and management Establishment and management of monthly project reviews Ensure projects are executed in line with the financial plan and contracts Managing the dispute and defects process with the Client and Subcontractors Manage invoicing and overdue applications or debts Responsible for quotation approvals and ensuring contract orders are in place Oversee the preparation of BoQ, measurements and valuations of works for applications, variations and final accounts with Clients Maintain control of Subcontractor's accounts and minimise the cost of any variations Manage Sub-Contractor AFP's, issue and certify Payment Certificates & PLN (Pay Less Notices) and keeping a full record of the cumulative position of supply chain account Develop a monthly senior project review process with the Senior Commercial Manager Aid with pre-tender review process Attend Client progress meetings and manage contractual KPIs Follow procedures for Client work approval Effective communication with all levels of personnel and enjoy working as a team Develop and maintain positive long term relationships with all stakeholders, ensuring customer satisfaction Provide innovative ideas and continuous improvement Provide cost advice and value engineering solutions What we're looking for : Significant Experience of responsibility for the commercial performance of projects A well-developed understanding of various forms of contract, particularly NEC3/4, with the ability to apply these skills at a practical level to live projects Proven record in managing a team Excellent MS Excel skills Experience with Civil Engineering and Construction projects Experience of managing volume based projects A degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management or other related discipline (can be substituted by a relevant HNC and suitable experience) Benefits: We're always evolving our benefits to ensure we're attracting and retaining great people. Some of what you can expect includes: Company Car/Car allowance Salary sacrifice car scheme (Hybrid/Electric Vehicle) Pension with a leading provider and up to 8% employer contribution 25 days holiday Personal Wellbeing and Volunteer Days Private Medical Insurance Free 24/7 365 Employee Assistance Program to support mental health and well-being (including counselling sessions and legal advice) Flexible benefits to suit from Dental Insurance, Gym Memberships, Give As You Earn, Travel Insurance, Tax Free Bikes. Personal development programme Next Steps: As a business, we're on a journey to build on our culture where everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. This starts with recruitment and how we bring people into the organisation. We'll do our best to outline the recruitment process to you ahead of time with plenty of notice. If you require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met. About Us Freedom are part of the NG Bailey Group, one of the leading independent engineering and services businesses in the UK. Founded in 1921, with a turnover of £500m and 3000 employees, we are proud of our history of developing great people through our investment in training. Working across a variety of sectors within the building and infrastructure industry, our innovative, responsible and forward thinking approach allows us to work on fantastic ground-breaking projects, providing solutions using the latest tools and technologies. Progression is something we value and we will make sure that when you join us you have a clearly defined development path, supported by regular reviews, training and ongoing support to enable you to be the best you can be.
Sep 06, 2025
Full time
Commercial Manager Basildon / Essex Permanent Competitive + Car/Car Allowance + Flexible Benefits Summary Reporting to the Senior Commercial Manager, this role includes the management of the commercial team and practices. Advising on the commercial risks and opportunities on contracts from tender to completion. Being responsible for the commercial performance of several frameworks. Providing commercial support and advice to Work Winning and other functions as required. Support the Senior Commercial Manager in preparing the regional management accounts and Contract Reviews. Some of the key deliverables in this role will include: NEC3/4 and bespoke contract management of multiple contracts Manage and develop the Commercial Team ensuring work is delivered on time and to a high standard. Identification & notification of Early Warnings and Compensation Events Management of supply chain contracts and agreements Provide cash forecasts and take responsibility of cash flow forecasting CVR creation and management Establishment and management of monthly project reviews Ensure projects are executed in line with the financial plan and contracts Managing the dispute and defects process with the Client and Subcontractors Manage invoicing and overdue applications or debts Responsible for quotation approvals and ensuring contract orders are in place Oversee the preparation of BoQ, measurements and valuations of works for applications, variations and final accounts with Clients Maintain control of Subcontractor's accounts and minimise the cost of any variations Manage Sub-Contractor AFP's, issue and certify Payment Certificates & PLN (Pay Less Notices) and keeping a full record of the cumulative position of supply chain account Develop a monthly senior project review process with the Senior Commercial Manager Aid with pre-tender review process Attend Client progress meetings and manage contractual KPIs Follow procedures for Client work approval Effective communication with all levels of personnel and enjoy working as a team Develop and maintain positive long term relationships with all stakeholders, ensuring customer satisfaction Provide innovative ideas and continuous improvement Provide cost advice and value engineering solutions What we're looking for : Significant Experience of responsibility for the commercial performance of projects A well-developed understanding of various forms of contract, particularly NEC3/4, with the ability to apply these skills at a practical level to live projects Proven record in managing a team Excellent MS Excel skills Experience with Civil Engineering and Construction projects Experience of managing volume based projects A degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management or other related discipline (can be substituted by a relevant HNC and suitable experience) Benefits: We're always evolving our benefits to ensure we're attracting and retaining great people. Some of what you can expect includes: Company Car/Car allowance Salary sacrifice car scheme (Hybrid/Electric Vehicle) Pension with a leading provider and up to 8% employer contribution 25 days holiday Personal Wellbeing and Volunteer Days Private Medical Insurance Free 24/7 365 Employee Assistance Program to support mental health and well-being (including counselling sessions and legal advice) Flexible benefits to suit from Dental Insurance, Gym Memberships, Give As You Earn, Travel Insurance, Tax Free Bikes. Personal development programme Next Steps: As a business, we're on a journey to build on our culture where everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. This starts with recruitment and how we bring people into the organisation. We'll do our best to outline the recruitment process to you ahead of time with plenty of notice. If you require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met. About Us Freedom are part of the NG Bailey Group, one of the leading independent engineering and services businesses in the UK. Founded in 1921, with a turnover of £500m and 3000 employees, we are proud of our history of developing great people through our investment in training. Working across a variety of sectors within the building and infrastructure industry, our innovative, responsible and forward thinking approach allows us to work on fantastic ground-breaking projects, providing solutions using the latest tools and technologies. Progression is something we value and we will make sure that when you join us you have a clearly defined development path, supported by regular reviews, training and ongoing support to enable you to be the best you can be.
The Vacancy OVERALL SUMMARY At Close Brothers we look to recruit individuals from all different backgrounds and encourage you to apply even if you don't tick every box. We celebrate diversity, promote inclusivity and are open to discuss flexible work options to help you balance your work and home life. Join the Close Brothers Retail Engineering Delivery Team where you will facilitate the delivery of products and project solutions using Agile principles and methodologies by working alongside stakeholders to outline goals and continuously deliver the highest value items through effective prioritisation. Working as part of the Retail Engineering Delivery team our ideal team member will have previous experience in working independently, taking initiative and is willing to take on responsibilities beyond software development, such as budget management, resourcing and risk management with excellent communication skills. RESPONSIBILITIES Facilitate the delivery of products and services through Agile delivery squads, optimising value streams to enhance flow, reduce bottlenecks and ensure alignment with business objectives. Plan, communicate and visualise progress towards goals, actively managing risks, issues and dependencies, some may be across multiple squads. Remove impediments for the scrum team to ensure smooth progress. Collaborate with stakeholders to prioritise and deliver high value items. Report and manage delivery metrics to provide transparency. Facilitate scrum events, including sprint planning and sprint retrospectives. WE WOULD LOVE TO HEAR FROM YOU IF YOU HAVE/ARE: An experienced delivery manager with expertise in agile methodology (values and principles) and a proven track record of creating environments that adhere to these practices. An ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Hold a Certified Scrum Master qualification. Able to demonstrate a genuine drive for improvement and encourage others to strive for excellence. Ability to remain focused and calm under pressure. IT IS NOT ESSENTIAL BUT IT WOULD BE GREAT IF YOU HAVE: Experience using Jira and Confluence. Experience using online collaboration tools (e.g. Lucid, Miro). Experience working in the financial services industry. Experience working with both onshore and offshore teams. 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 06, 2025
Full time
The Vacancy OVERALL SUMMARY At Close Brothers we look to recruit individuals from all different backgrounds and encourage you to apply even if you don't tick every box. We celebrate diversity, promote inclusivity and are open to discuss flexible work options to help you balance your work and home life. Join the Close Brothers Retail Engineering Delivery Team where you will facilitate the delivery of products and project solutions using Agile principles and methodologies by working alongside stakeholders to outline goals and continuously deliver the highest value items through effective prioritisation. Working as part of the Retail Engineering Delivery team our ideal team member will have previous experience in working independently, taking initiative and is willing to take on responsibilities beyond software development, such as budget management, resourcing and risk management with excellent communication skills. RESPONSIBILITIES Facilitate the delivery of products and services through Agile delivery squads, optimising value streams to enhance flow, reduce bottlenecks and ensure alignment with business objectives. Plan, communicate and visualise progress towards goals, actively managing risks, issues and dependencies, some may be across multiple squads. Remove impediments for the scrum team to ensure smooth progress. Collaborate with stakeholders to prioritise and deliver high value items. Report and manage delivery metrics to provide transparency. Facilitate scrum events, including sprint planning and sprint retrospectives. WE WOULD LOVE TO HEAR FROM YOU IF YOU HAVE/ARE: An experienced delivery manager with expertise in agile methodology (values and principles) and a proven track record of creating environments that adhere to these practices. An ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Hold a Certified Scrum Master qualification. Able to demonstrate a genuine drive for improvement and encourage others to strive for excellence. Ability to remain focused and calm under pressure. IT IS NOT ESSENTIAL BUT IT WOULD BE GREAT IF YOU HAVE: Experience using Jira and Confluence. Experience using online collaboration tools (e.g. Lucid, Miro). Experience working in the financial services industry. Experience working with both onshore and offshore teams. 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
Commercial Manager Basildon / Essex Permanent Competitive + Car/Car Allowance + Flexible Benefits Summary Reporting to the Senior Commercial Manager, this role includes the management of the commercial team and practices. Advising on the commercial risks and opportunities on contracts from tender to completion. Being responsible for the commercial performance of several frameworks. Providing commercial support and advice to Work Winning and other functions as required. Support the Senior Commercial Manager in preparing the regional management accounts and Contract Reviews. Some of the key deliverables in this role will include: NEC3/4 and bespoke contract management of multiple contracts Manage and develop the Commercial Team ensuring work is delivered on time and to a high standard. Identification & notification of Early Warnings and Compensation Events Management of supply chain contracts and agreements Provide cash forecasts and take responsibility of cash flow forecasting CVR creation and management Establishment and management of monthly project reviews Ensure projects are executed in line with the financial plan and contracts Managing the dispute and defects process with the Client and Subcontractors Manage invoicing and overdue applications or debts Responsible for quotation approvals and ensuring contract orders are in place Oversee the preparation of BoQ, measurements and valuations of works for applications, variations and final accounts with Clients Maintain control of Subcontractor's accounts and minimise the cost of any variations Manage Sub-Contractor AFP's, issue and certify Payment Certificates & PLN (Pay Less Notices) and keeping a full record of the cumulative position of supply chain account Develop a monthly senior project review process with the Senior Commercial Manager Aid with pre-tender review process Attend Client progress meetings and manage contractual KPIs Follow procedures for Client work approval Effective communication with all levels of personnel and enjoy working as a team Develop and maintain positive long term relationships with all stakeholders, ensuring customer satisfaction Provide innovative ideas and continuous improvement Provide cost advice and value engineering solutions What we're looking for : Significant Experience of responsibility for the commercial performance of projects A well-developed understanding of various forms of contract, particularly NEC3/4, with the ability to apply these skills at a practical level to live projects Proven record in managing a team Excellent MS Excel skills Experience with Civil Engineering and Construction projects Experience of managing volume based projects A degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management or other related discipline (can be substituted by a relevant HNC and suitable experience) Benefits: We're always evolving our benefits to ensure we're attracting and retaining great people. Some of what you can expect includes: Company Car/Car allowance Salary sacrifice car scheme (Hybrid/Electric Vehicle) Pension with a leading provider and up to 8% employer contribution 25 days holiday Personal Wellbeing and Volunteer Days Private Medical Insurance Free 24/7 365 Employee Assistance Program to support mental health and well-being (including counselling sessions and legal advice) Flexible benefits to suit from Dental Insurance, Gym Memberships, Give As You Earn, Travel Insurance, Tax Free Bikes. Personal development programme Next Steps: As a business, we're on a journey to build on our culture where everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. This starts with recruitment and how we bring people into the organisation. We'll do our best to outline the recruitment process to you ahead of time with plenty of notice. If you require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met. About Us Freedom are part of the NG Bailey Group, one of the leading independent engineering and services businesses in the UK. Founded in 1921, with a turnover of £500m and 3000 employees, we are proud of our history of developing great people through our investment in training. Working across a variety of sectors within the building and infrastructure industry, our innovative, responsible and forward thinking approach allows us to work on fantastic ground-breaking projects, providing solutions using the latest tools and technologies. Progression is something we value and we will make sure that when you join us you have a clearly defined development path, supported by regular reviews, training and ongoing support to enable you to be the best you can be.
Sep 06, 2025
Full time
Commercial Manager Basildon / Essex Permanent Competitive + Car/Car Allowance + Flexible Benefits Summary Reporting to the Senior Commercial Manager, this role includes the management of the commercial team and practices. Advising on the commercial risks and opportunities on contracts from tender to completion. Being responsible for the commercial performance of several frameworks. Providing commercial support and advice to Work Winning and other functions as required. Support the Senior Commercial Manager in preparing the regional management accounts and Contract Reviews. Some of the key deliverables in this role will include: NEC3/4 and bespoke contract management of multiple contracts Manage and develop the Commercial Team ensuring work is delivered on time and to a high standard. Identification & notification of Early Warnings and Compensation Events Management of supply chain contracts and agreements Provide cash forecasts and take responsibility of cash flow forecasting CVR creation and management Establishment and management of monthly project reviews Ensure projects are executed in line with the financial plan and contracts Managing the dispute and defects process with the Client and Subcontractors Manage invoicing and overdue applications or debts Responsible for quotation approvals and ensuring contract orders are in place Oversee the preparation of BoQ, measurements and valuations of works for applications, variations and final accounts with Clients Maintain control of Subcontractor's accounts and minimise the cost of any variations Manage Sub-Contractor AFP's, issue and certify Payment Certificates & PLN (Pay Less Notices) and keeping a full record of the cumulative position of supply chain account Develop a monthly senior project review process with the Senior Commercial Manager Aid with pre-tender review process Attend Client progress meetings and manage contractual KPIs Follow procedures for Client work approval Effective communication with all levels of personnel and enjoy working as a team Develop and maintain positive long term relationships with all stakeholders, ensuring customer satisfaction Provide innovative ideas and continuous improvement Provide cost advice and value engineering solutions What we're looking for : Significant Experience of responsibility for the commercial performance of projects A well-developed understanding of various forms of contract, particularly NEC3/4, with the ability to apply these skills at a practical level to live projects Proven record in managing a team Excellent MS Excel skills Experience with Civil Engineering and Construction projects Experience of managing volume based projects A degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management or other related discipline (can be substituted by a relevant HNC and suitable experience) Benefits: We're always evolving our benefits to ensure we're attracting and retaining great people. Some of what you can expect includes: Company Car/Car allowance Salary sacrifice car scheme (Hybrid/Electric Vehicle) Pension with a leading provider and up to 8% employer contribution 25 days holiday Personal Wellbeing and Volunteer Days Private Medical Insurance Free 24/7 365 Employee Assistance Program to support mental health and well-being (including counselling sessions and legal advice) Flexible benefits to suit from Dental Insurance, Gym Memberships, Give As You Earn, Travel Insurance, Tax Free Bikes. Personal development programme Next Steps: As a business, we're on a journey to build on our culture where everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. This starts with recruitment and how we bring people into the organisation. We'll do our best to outline the recruitment process to you ahead of time with plenty of notice. If you require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met. About Us Freedom are part of the NG Bailey Group, one of the leading independent engineering and services businesses in the UK. Founded in 1921, with a turnover of £500m and 3000 employees, we are proud of our history of developing great people through our investment in training. Working across a variety of sectors within the building and infrastructure industry, our innovative, responsible and forward thinking approach allows us to work on fantastic ground-breaking projects, providing solutions using the latest tools and technologies. Progression is something we value and we will make sure that when you join us you have a clearly defined development path, supported by regular reviews, training and ongoing support to enable you to be the best you can be.
Financial Controller Rate - 500 (a day) Duration - 6 Months (Initially) Location - London (Hybrid) Ir35 - Inside (Must use an umbrella company) Job Purpose As a key member of the University's financial leadership team, you will lead on financial accounting, services, tax, treasury, and financial controls. This role ensures regulatory compliance, maintains financial integrity, and supports strategic financial management through expert guidance and strong operational leadership. Key Responsibilities Leadership & Business Partnering Build strong working relationships across departments. Promote a culture of customer-focused service delivery. Work collaboratively with Finance Business Partners and the Head of Financial Planning. Financial Accounting & Audit Lead the annual audit process and prepare financial statements in line with UK GAAP, IFRS, and SORP. Act as primary liaison for internal and external auditors. Financial Controls Maintain and implement the University's financial control framework. Deliver training and guidance to ensure compliance across departments. Taxation Oversee all tax matters, including VAT, and manage relationships with external tax advisors. Treasury & Endowment Management Manage cash flow, investments, and performance reporting. Oversee relationships with investment managers and banking providers. Financial Services Operations Lead the Financial Services Unit (Revenue and Payments Units). Ensure accurate processing of invoices, tuition fees, staff/student expenses, and supplier payments. Implement KPIs to monitor service efficiency. Research Finance Oversee post-award research funding support and compliance. Finance Systems & Processes Oversee financial systems development and accounting structures. Ensure strong reconciliation and compliance frameworks. Finance Training Develop financial literacy and training programmes for non-finance staff. Support professional development within the finance team. General Contribute to the effective running of the Finance Division. Deputise for the CFO when required. Person Specification Qualifications Degree-level education CCAB qualified accountant (e.g. ACA, ACCA, CIMA) - Essential Experience Experience in complex professional services - Essential Higher Education sector experience - Desirable Strong business partnering and scenario modelling - Essential Skills & Knowledge Advanced financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting Strong technical skills across financial and management accounting Expertise in costing, pricing, and risk Excellent problem-solving and communication skills Ability to manage both I&E and balance sheet - Essential
Sep 05, 2025
Contractor
Financial Controller Rate - 500 (a day) Duration - 6 Months (Initially) Location - London (Hybrid) Ir35 - Inside (Must use an umbrella company) Job Purpose As a key member of the University's financial leadership team, you will lead on financial accounting, services, tax, treasury, and financial controls. This role ensures regulatory compliance, maintains financial integrity, and supports strategic financial management through expert guidance and strong operational leadership. Key Responsibilities Leadership & Business Partnering Build strong working relationships across departments. Promote a culture of customer-focused service delivery. Work collaboratively with Finance Business Partners and the Head of Financial Planning. Financial Accounting & Audit Lead the annual audit process and prepare financial statements in line with UK GAAP, IFRS, and SORP. Act as primary liaison for internal and external auditors. Financial Controls Maintain and implement the University's financial control framework. Deliver training and guidance to ensure compliance across departments. Taxation Oversee all tax matters, including VAT, and manage relationships with external tax advisors. Treasury & Endowment Management Manage cash flow, investments, and performance reporting. Oversee relationships with investment managers and banking providers. Financial Services Operations Lead the Financial Services Unit (Revenue and Payments Units). Ensure accurate processing of invoices, tuition fees, staff/student expenses, and supplier payments. Implement KPIs to monitor service efficiency. Research Finance Oversee post-award research funding support and compliance. Finance Systems & Processes Oversee financial systems development and accounting structures. Ensure strong reconciliation and compliance frameworks. Finance Training Develop financial literacy and training programmes for non-finance staff. Support professional development within the finance team. General Contribute to the effective running of the Finance Division. Deputise for the CFO when required. Person Specification Qualifications Degree-level education CCAB qualified accountant (e.g. ACA, ACCA, CIMA) - Essential Experience Experience in complex professional services - Essential Higher Education sector experience - Desirable Strong business partnering and scenario modelling - Essential Skills & Knowledge Advanced financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting Strong technical skills across financial and management accounting Expertise in costing, pricing, and risk Excellent problem-solving and communication skills Ability to manage both I&E and balance sheet - Essential
Job Description Job Title: EC &I Engineer Job Location: Peterhead (AB42 3EP) Country/Region: United Kingdom Murphy is recruiting for a EC &I Engineer to work with Natural Resources on Contract/Location. We maintain, operate, modify, design, construct and commission new energy networks and facilities across four countries; guiding our customers through the challenges of the energy transition and supporting their commitments to achieve net zero emissions. We provide safe and reliable specialist services as a trusted Engineering, Procure, Fabrication, Maintain and Decommissioning (EPFCM&D) partner. This includes work with onshore and offshore oil, gas pipelines, gas diversions and renewable energies. A day in the life of a Murphy E& I Project Engineer Conducting risk assessments, design reviews/co-ordination, pricing, procurement, scope of works and quality assurance of E&I works. Supervising a team of in-house E&I technicians and sub-contractors, ensuring that work is carried out to a high standard and in compliance with relevant E&I regulations and procedures. Accommodate works and liaising between disciplines, E&I contractors, and client Manage and organise permits, RAMS, ITP's, E&I installation, testing, ATEX Inspections, and collation of documentation ready for client submission. Conducting quality control checks on completed work to ensure that it meets the required standards. Providing technical support and advice to other members of the team Establish and promote best practice in health, safety, and environmental matters in conjunction with the SHQE department. Take a personal interest in identifying, coaching, and developing key staff. Keep a full and accurate daily site diary, including any changes/variations, subcontractors' attendance, and records of work-related discussions with client / designer / project team. Ensure that inspection and test plans are completed as required by the PMP / Specification, including a check of dimension accuracy and quality. Still interested, does this sound like you? HNC or equivalent Qualified Electrician with appropriate technical qualifications such as level 2 electrical installation, 18th edition, 2391, CompEx 1-4 Compressive knowledge of all current regulations and British standards relating to E&I installations and good knowledge of relevant practice and legislation Excellent communication and bilateral skills, with the ability to build strong working relationships with clients and other stakeholders. Strong leadership and management skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire team members to achieve their best. Excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify and resolve complex technical issues. Experience within the Oil and Gas and Water industry or similar Must be happy to travel as and when needed What's in it for you? 27 days holiday, plus bank holidays with the option to buy an additional 2 days holiday each year, holidays increase with length of service Discretionary annual bonus and annual salary review Above market rate contributory pension scheme Life assurance, health screening and enhanced sick pay Enhanced maternity and paternity pay and a maternity returners bonus Extra weeks holiday for all employees getting married and a wedding bonus Subsidised canteen facilities in core locations Dedicated and continued investment in your professional development Other Murphy benefits include retail discounts and cashback, discounted gym memberships, cycle to work scheme etc About Murphy Murphy is formally recognised as a sector leading employer, Gold Investors In People accredited along with reported operating profit up 57% on prior year. At Murphy, we are incredibly proud of our diverse workforce. Not only do our people represent over 60 different nationalities, but they also represent a wide range of backgrounds, ethnicities and ages. With a forward order book of £5.4bn and £23m Invested in environmentally friendly plant in 2024 there really is Due to the requirements of the role, in addition to our standard identity and right to work checks, successful candidates will be asked to undertake a basic Disclosure and Barring Service check. If you are unable to apply via the usual process, please call Lorna Rhodes on to discuss in more detail. Murphy is unable to employ anyone who does not have the legal right to live and work in the UK
Sep 05, 2025
Full time
Job Description Job Title: EC &I Engineer Job Location: Peterhead (AB42 3EP) Country/Region: United Kingdom Murphy is recruiting for a EC &I Engineer to work with Natural Resources on Contract/Location. We maintain, operate, modify, design, construct and commission new energy networks and facilities across four countries; guiding our customers through the challenges of the energy transition and supporting their commitments to achieve net zero emissions. We provide safe and reliable specialist services as a trusted Engineering, Procure, Fabrication, Maintain and Decommissioning (EPFCM&D) partner. This includes work with onshore and offshore oil, gas pipelines, gas diversions and renewable energies. A day in the life of a Murphy E& I Project Engineer Conducting risk assessments, design reviews/co-ordination, pricing, procurement, scope of works and quality assurance of E&I works. Supervising a team of in-house E&I technicians and sub-contractors, ensuring that work is carried out to a high standard and in compliance with relevant E&I regulations and procedures. Accommodate works and liaising between disciplines, E&I contractors, and client Manage and organise permits, RAMS, ITP's, E&I installation, testing, ATEX Inspections, and collation of documentation ready for client submission. Conducting quality control checks on completed work to ensure that it meets the required standards. Providing technical support and advice to other members of the team Establish and promote best practice in health, safety, and environmental matters in conjunction with the SHQE department. Take a personal interest in identifying, coaching, and developing key staff. Keep a full and accurate daily site diary, including any changes/variations, subcontractors' attendance, and records of work-related discussions with client / designer / project team. Ensure that inspection and test plans are completed as required by the PMP / Specification, including a check of dimension accuracy and quality. Still interested, does this sound like you? HNC or equivalent Qualified Electrician with appropriate technical qualifications such as level 2 electrical installation, 18th edition, 2391, CompEx 1-4 Compressive knowledge of all current regulations and British standards relating to E&I installations and good knowledge of relevant practice and legislation Excellent communication and bilateral skills, with the ability to build strong working relationships with clients and other stakeholders. Strong leadership and management skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire team members to achieve their best. Excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify and resolve complex technical issues. Experience within the Oil and Gas and Water industry or similar Must be happy to travel as and when needed What's in it for you? 27 days holiday, plus bank holidays with the option to buy an additional 2 days holiday each year, holidays increase with length of service Discretionary annual bonus and annual salary review Above market rate contributory pension scheme Life assurance, health screening and enhanced sick pay Enhanced maternity and paternity pay and a maternity returners bonus Extra weeks holiday for all employees getting married and a wedding bonus Subsidised canteen facilities in core locations Dedicated and continued investment in your professional development Other Murphy benefits include retail discounts and cashback, discounted gym memberships, cycle to work scheme etc About Murphy Murphy is formally recognised as a sector leading employer, Gold Investors In People accredited along with reported operating profit up 57% on prior year. At Murphy, we are incredibly proud of our diverse workforce. Not only do our people represent over 60 different nationalities, but they also represent a wide range of backgrounds, ethnicities and ages. With a forward order book of £5.4bn and £23m Invested in environmentally friendly plant in 2024 there really is Due to the requirements of the role, in addition to our standard identity and right to work checks, successful candidates will be asked to undertake a basic Disclosure and Barring Service check. If you are unable to apply via the usual process, please call Lorna Rhodes on to discuss in more detail. Murphy is unable to employ anyone who does not have the legal right to live and work in the UK
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.
OT Platform Manager/OT Network Manager/OT Network Services Manager We're representing a major energy infrastructure provider experiencing rapid expansion as part of a multi-billion-pound investment programme. The organisation is strengthening its Operational Technology (OT) capabilities to support critical infrastructure and meet growing demand across the UK. This is a senior leadership position where you'll take full responsibility for OT network services . The role combines strategic influence with hands-on leadership , giving you the platform to shape the organisation's network roadmap and lead the transformation of operational technologies that underpin its critical assets. As the Manager of OT Network Services , you will oversee the design, delivery, and ongoing management of highly resilient OT network environments . You'll lead a team focused on ensuring the security, stability, and scalability of 24/7 operational systems while driving forward a modernisation agenda to prepare the network for future challenges. Key Responsibilities Act as the technical lead for OT network services, maintaining an in-depth understanding of LAN/WAN infrastructure and operational topologies. Define and deliver the OT network roadmap , ensuring it supports broader business objectives. Partner with external suppliers and internal stakeholders to deliver high-quality solutions that enhance operational performance. Carry out risk assessments across network systems and implement strategies to reduce vulnerabilities. Work closely with security , infrastructure , and other OT teams to ensure seamless delivery of solutions. Stay ahead of emerging technologies and lead their evaluation and integration into future network platforms. Oversee the selection and implementation of next-generation network solutions to support organisational growth. About You: We're looking for an accomplished leader with both strategic vision and technical expertise . You should bring: Extensive experience in managing OT networks within complex, critical infrastructure or industrial environments. A strong technical background in LAN/WAN architecture , operational systems, and network security. Demonstrable success in delivering network strategies that balance stability, security, and scalability. Proven ability to manage suppliers, stakeholders, and multidisciplinary teams effectively. A forward-thinking mindset and passion for innovation and digital transformation .
Sep 05, 2025
Full time
OT Platform Manager/OT Network Manager/OT Network Services Manager We're representing a major energy infrastructure provider experiencing rapid expansion as part of a multi-billion-pound investment programme. The organisation is strengthening its Operational Technology (OT) capabilities to support critical infrastructure and meet growing demand across the UK. This is a senior leadership position where you'll take full responsibility for OT network services . The role combines strategic influence with hands-on leadership , giving you the platform to shape the organisation's network roadmap and lead the transformation of operational technologies that underpin its critical assets. As the Manager of OT Network Services , you will oversee the design, delivery, and ongoing management of highly resilient OT network environments . You'll lead a team focused on ensuring the security, stability, and scalability of 24/7 operational systems while driving forward a modernisation agenda to prepare the network for future challenges. Key Responsibilities Act as the technical lead for OT network services, maintaining an in-depth understanding of LAN/WAN infrastructure and operational topologies. Define and deliver the OT network roadmap , ensuring it supports broader business objectives. Partner with external suppliers and internal stakeholders to deliver high-quality solutions that enhance operational performance. Carry out risk assessments across network systems and implement strategies to reduce vulnerabilities. Work closely with security , infrastructure , and other OT teams to ensure seamless delivery of solutions. Stay ahead of emerging technologies and lead their evaluation and integration into future network platforms. Oversee the selection and implementation of next-generation network solutions to support organisational growth. About You: We're looking for an accomplished leader with both strategic vision and technical expertise . You should bring: Extensive experience in managing OT networks within complex, critical infrastructure or industrial environments. A strong technical background in LAN/WAN architecture , operational systems, and network security. Demonstrable success in delivering network strategies that balance stability, security, and scalability. Proven ability to manage suppliers, stakeholders, and multidisciplinary teams effectively. A forward-thinking mindset and passion for innovation and digital transformation .
The Vacancy OVERALL SUMMARY At Close Brothers we look to recruit individuals from all different backgrounds and encourage you to apply even if you don't tick every box. We celebrate diversity, promote inclusivity and are open to discuss flexible work options to help you balance your work and home life. Join Commercial Acceptances (part of Close Brothers Property Finance Team) where your role as a Lending Assistant would be to ensure that all data and records are kept up to date and current on the bank's systems. The Lending Assistant works closely with their Line Manager and team Portfolio Managers(PM's) to ensure that the portfolio of accounts is managed diligently and pro-actively and that are always fully compliant with Credit and Risk policies and procedures. Our ideal team member will have possess strong, demonstrable experience of customer relationship management. RESPONSIBILITIES Due Diligence: Support loan approvals by ensuring all lending criteria and credit controls are met. Account Management: Keep lending system records accurate and up-to-date, working closely with Credit, Finance, and Ops. Meeting Support: Join internal/external meetings, take notes, and follow up with key actions. Credit Committee Prep: Help draft and present papers for new loans, renewals, and portfolio updates. Project Assessment: Review valuations and reports to ensure project viability and security quality. Payment Processing: Prepare and authorise payments, ensuring all conditions are signed off. Portfolio Monitoring: Track loan performance and manage renewals and annual reviews. Client Engagement: Handle new enquiries and assess opportunities with the team. Customer Service: Resolve client queries and deliver top-tier service. Site Visits: Attend meetings and site visits to deepen industry knowledge. Networking: Build industry insight and contacts through events and media. Team Support: Provide ad hoc assistance to senior managers and directors. WE WOULD LOVE TO HEAR FROM YOU IF YOU: Thrive under pressure and can confidently manage your own workload. Are self-motivated with excellent time management skills. Communicate clearly and professionally at all levels. Work well both independently and as part of a team. Are confident using Microsoft Office, especially Excel. IT IS NOT ESSENTIAL BUT IT WOULD BE GREAT IF YOU: Experience in property finance, investment, development, or a related banking role. We are an inclusive organisation and committed to ensuring our recruitment process is as accessible as possible to everyone. We will make adjustments for people who have a disability or long-term condition. If you need the job description or application form in an alternative format or would like to discuss the recruitment process with us, please email us at or request a call back. ABOUT US At Close Brothers we support employees to balance their work life priorities and in this role you will be able to enjoy a mixture of hybrid working. Close Brothers is a leading UK merchant banking group providing lending, deposit taking and securities trading. We employ approximately 3,000 people, principally in the United Kingdom and Ireland. Close Brothers Group plc is listed on the London Stock Exchange and is a constituent of the FTSE 250. To find out more about Close Brothers, please visit our careers page: To find out more about life at Close Brothers: To find out more about our benefits: To find out more about our commitment to creating an inclusive environment: Our Responsibility - Diversity and inclusion … Close Brothers Group The Company At Close Brothers Group, we are all connected by our mission to be the best place in the UK for wealth professionals and their clients. We believe that everyone should think ahead, have a financial plan and invest wisely. Our clients are professionals, business owners, individuals, charities, families, and employers, who rely on our clear financial advice and investment management services to preserve and grow their long-term savings and investments. We are a team of about 900 people based in 15 offices across the UK. Our geographic footprint means we can combine a local approach with face-to-face services to enable strong, long-term relationships with our clients. Sustainability is fundamental to our purpose and we have a responsibility to help address the social, economic and environmental challenges facing our business, colleagues and clients. We strive to do the right thing and are dedicated to helping the charities that matter most to our people. Our vision is to develop an open and inclusive company that ensures everyone is valued, respected and included, so that in years to come our business will represent a diverse and inclusive workforce from the top down. We look to recruit individuals from all different backgrounds. If this job is of interest to you but you do not meet every criteria then we encourage you still to apply as we are open to providing training opportunities. As an early adopter of hybrid working we are open to discussing all types of flexible working options, helping you to balance your work and home life. The Benefits Private medical Discounted health checks Stakeholder pension contribution Cycle to work scheme Gym discounts Purchase additional holiday
Sep 05, 2025
Full time
The Vacancy OVERALL SUMMARY At Close Brothers we look to recruit individuals from all different backgrounds and encourage you to apply even if you don't tick every box. We celebrate diversity, promote inclusivity and are open to discuss flexible work options to help you balance your work and home life. Join Commercial Acceptances (part of Close Brothers Property Finance Team) where your role as a Lending Assistant would be to ensure that all data and records are kept up to date and current on the bank's systems. The Lending Assistant works closely with their Line Manager and team Portfolio Managers(PM's) to ensure that the portfolio of accounts is managed diligently and pro-actively and that are always fully compliant with Credit and Risk policies and procedures. Our ideal team member will have possess strong, demonstrable experience of customer relationship management. RESPONSIBILITIES Due Diligence: Support loan approvals by ensuring all lending criteria and credit controls are met. Account Management: Keep lending system records accurate and up-to-date, working closely with Credit, Finance, and Ops. Meeting Support: Join internal/external meetings, take notes, and follow up with key actions. Credit Committee Prep: Help draft and present papers for new loans, renewals, and portfolio updates. Project Assessment: Review valuations and reports to ensure project viability and security quality. Payment Processing: Prepare and authorise payments, ensuring all conditions are signed off. Portfolio Monitoring: Track loan performance and manage renewals and annual reviews. Client Engagement: Handle new enquiries and assess opportunities with the team. Customer Service: Resolve client queries and deliver top-tier service. Site Visits: Attend meetings and site visits to deepen industry knowledge. Networking: Build industry insight and contacts through events and media. Team Support: Provide ad hoc assistance to senior managers and directors. WE WOULD LOVE TO HEAR FROM YOU IF YOU: Thrive under pressure and can confidently manage your own workload. Are self-motivated with excellent time management skills. Communicate clearly and professionally at all levels. Work well both independently and as part of a team. Are confident using Microsoft Office, especially Excel. IT IS NOT ESSENTIAL BUT IT WOULD BE GREAT IF YOU: Experience in property finance, investment, development, or a related banking role. We are an inclusive organisation and committed to ensuring our recruitment process is as accessible as possible to everyone. We will make adjustments for people who have a disability or long-term condition. If you need the job description or application form in an alternative format or would like to discuss the recruitment process with us, please email us at or request a call back. ABOUT US At Close Brothers we support employees to balance their work life priorities and in this role you will be able to enjoy a mixture of hybrid working. Close Brothers is a leading UK merchant banking group providing lending, deposit taking and securities trading. We employ approximately 3,000 people, principally in the United Kingdom and Ireland. Close Brothers Group plc is listed on the London Stock Exchange and is a constituent of the FTSE 250. To find out more about Close Brothers, please visit our careers page: To find out more about life at Close Brothers: To find out more about our benefits: To find out more about our commitment to creating an inclusive environment: Our Responsibility - Diversity and inclusion … Close Brothers Group The Company At Close Brothers Group, we are all connected by our mission to be the best place in the UK for wealth professionals and their clients. We believe that everyone should think ahead, have a financial plan and invest wisely. Our clients are professionals, business owners, individuals, charities, families, and employers, who rely on our clear financial advice and investment management services to preserve and grow their long-term savings and investments. We are a team of about 900 people based in 15 offices across the UK. Our geographic footprint means we can combine a local approach with face-to-face services to enable strong, long-term relationships with our clients. Sustainability is fundamental to our purpose and we have a responsibility to help address the social, economic and environmental challenges facing our business, colleagues and clients. We strive to do the right thing and are dedicated to helping the charities that matter most to our people. Our vision is to develop an open and inclusive company that ensures everyone is valued, respected and included, so that in years to come our business will represent a diverse and inclusive workforce from the top down. We look to recruit individuals from all different backgrounds. If this job is of interest to you but you do not meet every criteria then we encourage you still to apply as we are open to providing training opportunities. As an early adopter of hybrid working we are open to discussing all types of flexible working options, helping you to balance your work and home life. The Benefits Private medical Discounted health checks Stakeholder pension contribution Cycle to work scheme Gym discounts Purchase additional holiday
The Vacancy OVERALL SUMMARY At Close Brothers we look to recruit individuals from all different backgrounds and encourage you to apply even if you don't tick every box. We celebrate diversity, promote inclusivity and are open to discuss flexible work options to help you balance your work and home life. Join Close Brothers Motor Finance (CBMF) where, as our Business Manager you'll work closely with the CBMF Leadership Team to deliver effective executive governance and take ownership of strategic analysis and reviews to address emerging risks, issues and business priorities on behalf of the Executive Committee. You'll be accountable for the end-to-end business planning approach, process and supporting governance to ensure robust prioritisation and optimal deployment of resources aligned to our strategic priorities, spanning our five key pillars of Colleague, Customer, Partner, Commercial and Brand. Our ideal new team member will have a proven track record of building effective working relationships with senior stakeholders, they will have a strong commercial acumen and the ability to lead and influence. RESPONSIBILITIES Motor Executive Committee Define, maintain, and lead regular reviews of governance standards for the Motor Finance Executive Committee (ExCo) i.e. terms of references, standing agendas, supporting templates Coordination of the Motor Finance ExCo ensuring papers are produced and circulated in a timely manner. Support the preparation and production of strategy reviews and other materials / collateral required for Motor ExCo meetings Deliver quality assurance over ExCo collateral, critically evaluating content and constructively challenging stakeholders when required Ensure actions are actively tracked and meeting minutes are concise Business Planning Drive the day-to-day execution of the business planning process which includes the co-ordination of the Planning Forum, assisting in the production of supporting collateral and enabling effective decision making Ensure business critical activities remain on track and risk and issues are identified early and drive remediation actions Work with the Motor ExCo to define strategic priorities over short, medium, and long-term planning horizons Business Management Lead ad-hoc initiatives and perform strategic reviews, analysis and research activities as required Drive the regular review and iteration of top-level measurements and business metrics via Motor ExCo and other appropriate forums. Identify opportunities, including use of new platforms, to leverage data and insight to manage, control and improve business performance and outcomes. Support the delivery of the core annual activities including the budgeting process and capital investment proposals Define an approach and support the implementation of a service catalogue for Motor Finance, including Retail/Bank shared services, to optimise value delivered Support with maintaining the business relationship with the FLA as well as the business' ongoing adherence with the FLA code of conduct WE WOULD LOVE TO HEAR FROM YOU IF YOU HAVE/ARE: Excellent stakeholder management skills including demonstrable experience of successfully mediating contention / conflict and effectively facilitating difficult business prioritisation A good commercial acumen with a broad knowledge of the entire business value chain and drivers of cost / value Extensive experience leading direct and indirect teams in a matrixed structure A self-motivated, enthusiastic leader with both grit and gravitas that both influences and garners consensus Demonstrable experience in leadership, communication, influencing, planning and organising Experience working in a demanding, fast paced environment within financial services The ability to prioritise own work and develop concise, executable plans which align clearly with business directives; can drive initiatives autonomously. IT IS NOT ESSENTIAL BUT IT WOULD BE GREAT IF YOU ARE: Experienced in development of performance measurement / indicator systems and frameworks (e.g. balanced scorecards, measurement hierarchies) Experienced in business strategy definition and elaboration We are an inclusive organisation and committed to ensuring our recruitment process is as accessible as possible to everyone. We will make adjustments for people who have a disability or long-term condition. If you need the job description or application form in an alternative format or would like to discuss the recruitment process with us, please email us at or request a call back. ABOUT US At Close Brothers we support employees to balance their work life priorities and in this role you will be able to enjoy a mixture of hybrid working. Close Brothers is a leading UK merchant banking group providing lending, deposit taking and securities trading. We employ approximately 3,000 people, principally in the United Kingdom and Ireland. Close Brothers Group plc is listed on the London Stock Exchange and is a constituent of the FTSE 250. To find out more about Close Brothers, please visit our careers page: To find out more about life at Close Brothers: To find out more about our benefits: To find out more about our commitment to creating an inclusive environment: Our Responsibility - Diversity and inclusion … Close Brothers Group The Company At Close Brothers Group, we are all connected by our mission to be the best place in the UK for wealth professionals and their clients. We believe that everyone should think ahead, have a financial plan and invest wisely. Our clients are professionals, business owners, individuals, charities, families, and employers, who rely on our clear financial advice and investment management services to preserve and grow their long-term savings and investments. We are a team of about 900 people based in 15 offices across the UK. Our geographic footprint means we can combine a local approach with face-to-face services to enable strong, long-term relationships with our clients. Sustainability is fundamental to our purpose and we have a responsibility to help address the social, economic and environmental challenges facing our business, colleagues and clients. We strive to do the right thing and are dedicated to helping the charities that matter most to our people. Our vision is to develop an open and inclusive company that ensures everyone is valued, respected and included, so that in years to come our business will represent a diverse and inclusive workforce from the top down. We look to recruit individuals from all different backgrounds. If this job is of interest to you but you do not meet every criteria then we encourage you still to apply as we are open to providing training opportunities. As an early adopter of hybrid working we are open to discussing all types of flexible working options, helping you to balance your work and home life. The Benefits Private medical Discounted health checks Stakeholder pension contribution Gym discounts Cycle to work scheme Gym discounts Purchase additional holiday
Sep 05, 2025
Full time
The Vacancy OVERALL SUMMARY At Close Brothers we look to recruit individuals from all different backgrounds and encourage you to apply even if you don't tick every box. We celebrate diversity, promote inclusivity and are open to discuss flexible work options to help you balance your work and home life. Join Close Brothers Motor Finance (CBMF) where, as our Business Manager you'll work closely with the CBMF Leadership Team to deliver effective executive governance and take ownership of strategic analysis and reviews to address emerging risks, issues and business priorities on behalf of the Executive Committee. You'll be accountable for the end-to-end business planning approach, process and supporting governance to ensure robust prioritisation and optimal deployment of resources aligned to our strategic priorities, spanning our five key pillars of Colleague, Customer, Partner, Commercial and Brand. Our ideal new team member will have a proven track record of building effective working relationships with senior stakeholders, they will have a strong commercial acumen and the ability to lead and influence. RESPONSIBILITIES Motor Executive Committee Define, maintain, and lead regular reviews of governance standards for the Motor Finance Executive Committee (ExCo) i.e. terms of references, standing agendas, supporting templates Coordination of the Motor Finance ExCo ensuring papers are produced and circulated in a timely manner. Support the preparation and production of strategy reviews and other materials / collateral required for Motor ExCo meetings Deliver quality assurance over ExCo collateral, critically evaluating content and constructively challenging stakeholders when required Ensure actions are actively tracked and meeting minutes are concise Business Planning Drive the day-to-day execution of the business planning process which includes the co-ordination of the Planning Forum, assisting in the production of supporting collateral and enabling effective decision making Ensure business critical activities remain on track and risk and issues are identified early and drive remediation actions Work with the Motor ExCo to define strategic priorities over short, medium, and long-term planning horizons Business Management Lead ad-hoc initiatives and perform strategic reviews, analysis and research activities as required Drive the regular review and iteration of top-level measurements and business metrics via Motor ExCo and other appropriate forums. Identify opportunities, including use of new platforms, to leverage data and insight to manage, control and improve business performance and outcomes. Support the delivery of the core annual activities including the budgeting process and capital investment proposals Define an approach and support the implementation of a service catalogue for Motor Finance, including Retail/Bank shared services, to optimise value delivered Support with maintaining the business relationship with the FLA as well as the business' ongoing adherence with the FLA code of conduct WE WOULD LOVE TO HEAR FROM YOU IF YOU HAVE/ARE: Excellent stakeholder management skills including demonstrable experience of successfully mediating contention / conflict and effectively facilitating difficult business prioritisation A good commercial acumen with a broad knowledge of the entire business value chain and drivers of cost / value Extensive experience leading direct and indirect teams in a matrixed structure A self-motivated, enthusiastic leader with both grit and gravitas that both influences and garners consensus Demonstrable experience in leadership, communication, influencing, planning and organising Experience working in a demanding, fast paced environment within financial services The ability to prioritise own work and develop concise, executable plans which align clearly with business directives; can drive initiatives autonomously. IT IS NOT ESSENTIAL BUT IT WOULD BE GREAT IF YOU ARE: Experienced in development of performance measurement / indicator systems and frameworks (e.g. balanced scorecards, measurement hierarchies) Experienced in business strategy definition and elaboration We are an inclusive organisation and committed to ensuring our recruitment process is as accessible as possible to everyone. We will make adjustments for people who have a disability or long-term condition. If you need the job description or application form in an alternative format or would like to discuss the recruitment process with us, please email us at or request a call back. ABOUT US At Close Brothers we support employees to balance their work life priorities and in this role you will be able to enjoy a mixture of hybrid working. Close Brothers is a leading UK merchant banking group providing lending, deposit taking and securities trading. We employ approximately 3,000 people, principally in the United Kingdom and Ireland. Close Brothers Group plc is listed on the London Stock Exchange and is a constituent of the FTSE 250. To find out more about Close Brothers, please visit our careers page: To find out more about life at Close Brothers: To find out more about our benefits: To find out more about our commitment to creating an inclusive environment: Our Responsibility - Diversity and inclusion … Close Brothers Group The Company At Close Brothers Group, we are all connected by our mission to be the best place in the UK for wealth professionals and their clients. We believe that everyone should think ahead, have a financial plan and invest wisely. Our clients are professionals, business owners, individuals, charities, families, and employers, who rely on our clear financial advice and investment management services to preserve and grow their long-term savings and investments. We are a team of about 900 people based in 15 offices across the UK. Our geographic footprint means we can combine a local approach with face-to-face services to enable strong, long-term relationships with our clients. Sustainability is fundamental to our purpose and we have a responsibility to help address the social, economic and environmental challenges facing our business, colleagues and clients. We strive to do the right thing and are dedicated to helping the charities that matter most to our people. Our vision is to develop an open and inclusive company that ensures everyone is valued, respected and included, so that in years to come our business will represent a diverse and inclusive workforce from the top down. We look to recruit individuals from all different backgrounds. If this job is of interest to you but you do not meet every criteria then we encourage you still to apply as we are open to providing training opportunities. As an early adopter of hybrid working we are open to discussing all types of flexible working options, helping you to balance your work and home life. The Benefits Private medical Discounted health checks Stakeholder pension contribution Gym discounts Cycle to work scheme Gym discounts Purchase additional holiday
The Vacancy OVERALL SUMMARY At Close Brothers we look to recruit individuals from all different backgrounds and encourage you to apply even if you don't tick every box. We celebrate diversity, promote inclusivity and are open to discuss flexible work options to help you balance your work and home life. Are you a motivated sales professional ready to make an impact within a specialist market? Join our expert team at Close Brothers Asset Finance, where you'll play a key role in growing our footprint within the industrial print sector. As Part of our Print business, you'll be responsible for meeting ambitious sales targets by providing tailored Asset Finance solutions and related services to businesses across the sector. We're looking for a confident, results-orientated person with a strong sales background and a talent for building effective, lasting relationships with customers. If you have a background in Asset Finance or specialist Print Equipment, that's a huge plus - but above all, we're looking for someone with initiative, commercial and financial acumen, and the motivation to succeed in a dynamic and rewarding environment. This is a field based role, so you'll work from home, being based near Bristol or generally across the South West of England or Wales. The role involves significant amounts of travel, so a valid drivers licence is required. RESPONSIBILITIES Proactively identify, pursue and convert new business opportunities to consistently meet or exceed sales targets. Build and maintain strong, long-lasting relationships with customers by understanding their needs and providing tailored solutions to foster repeat business. Manage the end-to-end sales cycle including ensuring timely and precise service delivery and providing customers with the relevant information to close the deal. Serve as a knowledgeable and credible finance partner by staying informed of relevant products, market trends, customer needs and competitive landscape. Act as a liaison between the company and its existing and prospective markets, negotiating terms of an agreement and closing sales while gathering valuable market and customer insights. Maintain accurate and up to date records of customer interactions, ensuring all compliance with both internal policies and external regulatory requirements. Work collaboratively with the Risk function to ensure the consistent alignment of objectives, adhering fully to the principles of the Enterprise Risk Management framework of the Close Brothers Group. Prepare comprehensive and well-structured credit applications to support informed lending decisions for customers. Ensure that all Governance and Compliance requirements are adhered to and all reporting and reviewing activities required by the Regulatory Bodies are carried out to the standards required. Ensure you operate within the context of the FCA regulations at all times and that the Treating Customers Fairly initiative is fully adhered to. WE WOULD LOVE TO HEAR FROM YOU IF YOU HAVE/ARE: Experience of working in a customer-facing sales environment, consistently meeting or exceeding targets Strong interpersonal skills and ability to effectively communicate at all levels Sales driven with an ability to plan and manage own activities and contact strategy Strong business and financial acumen Excellent sales and negotiation skills IT IS NOT ESSENTIAL BUT IT WOULD BE GREAT IF YOU HAVE: Previous experience of Asset Finance Some knowledge of the Print industries (with a focus on asset expertise) Ability to analyse and interpret financial information We are an inclusive organisation and committed to ensuring our recruitment process is as accessible as possible to everyone. We will make adjustments for people who have a disability or long-term condition. If you need the job description or application form in an alternative format or would like to discuss the recruitment process with us, please email us at or request a call back. ABOUT US At Close Brothers we support employees to balance their work life priorities and in this role you will be able to enjoy a mixture of hybrid working. Close Brothers is a leading UK merchant banking group providing lending, deposit taking and securities trading. We employ approximately 3,000 people, principally in the United Kingdom and Ireland. Close Brothers Group plc is listed on the London Stock Exchange and is a constituent of the FTSE 250. To find out more about Close Brothers, please visit our careers page: To find out more about life at Close Brothers: To find out more about our benefits: To find out more about our commitment to creating an inclusive environment: Our Responsibility - Diversity and inclusion … Close Brothers Group The Company At Close Brothers Group, we are all connected by our mission to be the best place in the UK for wealth professionals and their clients. We believe that everyone should think ahead, have a financial plan and invest wisely. Our clients are professionals, business owners, individuals, charities, families, and employers, who rely on our clear financial advice and investment management services to preserve and grow their long-term savings and investments. We are a team of about 900 people based in 15 offices across the UK. Our geographic footprint means we can combine a local approach with face-to-face services to enable strong, long-term relationships with our clients. Sustainability is fundamental to our purpose and we have a responsibility to help address the social, economic and environmental challenges facing our business, colleagues and clients. We strive to do the right thing and are dedicated to helping the charities that matter most to our people. Our vision is to develop an open and inclusive company that ensures everyone is valued, respected and included, so that in years to come our business will represent a diverse and inclusive workforce from the top down. We look to recruit individuals from all different backgrounds. If this job is of interest to you but you do not meet every criteria then we encourage you still to apply as we are open to providing training opportunities. As an early adopter of hybrid working we are open to discussing all types of flexible working options, helping you to balance your work and home life. The Benefits Private medical Discounted health checks Stakeholder pension contribution Gym discounts Cycle to work scheme Gym discounts Purchase additional holiday
Sep 05, 2025
Full time
The Vacancy OVERALL SUMMARY At Close Brothers we look to recruit individuals from all different backgrounds and encourage you to apply even if you don't tick every box. We celebrate diversity, promote inclusivity and are open to discuss flexible work options to help you balance your work and home life. Are you a motivated sales professional ready to make an impact within a specialist market? Join our expert team at Close Brothers Asset Finance, where you'll play a key role in growing our footprint within the industrial print sector. As Part of our Print business, you'll be responsible for meeting ambitious sales targets by providing tailored Asset Finance solutions and related services to businesses across the sector. We're looking for a confident, results-orientated person with a strong sales background and a talent for building effective, lasting relationships with customers. If you have a background in Asset Finance or specialist Print Equipment, that's a huge plus - but above all, we're looking for someone with initiative, commercial and financial acumen, and the motivation to succeed in a dynamic and rewarding environment. This is a field based role, so you'll work from home, being based near Bristol or generally across the South West of England or Wales. The role involves significant amounts of travel, so a valid drivers licence is required. RESPONSIBILITIES Proactively identify, pursue and convert new business opportunities to consistently meet or exceed sales targets. Build and maintain strong, long-lasting relationships with customers by understanding their needs and providing tailored solutions to foster repeat business. Manage the end-to-end sales cycle including ensuring timely and precise service delivery and providing customers with the relevant information to close the deal. Serve as a knowledgeable and credible finance partner by staying informed of relevant products, market trends, customer needs and competitive landscape. Act as a liaison between the company and its existing and prospective markets, negotiating terms of an agreement and closing sales while gathering valuable market and customer insights. Maintain accurate and up to date records of customer interactions, ensuring all compliance with both internal policies and external regulatory requirements. Work collaboratively with the Risk function to ensure the consistent alignment of objectives, adhering fully to the principles of the Enterprise Risk Management framework of the Close Brothers Group. Prepare comprehensive and well-structured credit applications to support informed lending decisions for customers. Ensure that all Governance and Compliance requirements are adhered to and all reporting and reviewing activities required by the Regulatory Bodies are carried out to the standards required. Ensure you operate within the context of the FCA regulations at all times and that the Treating Customers Fairly initiative is fully adhered to. WE WOULD LOVE TO HEAR FROM YOU IF YOU HAVE/ARE: Experience of working in a customer-facing sales environment, consistently meeting or exceeding targets Strong interpersonal skills and ability to effectively communicate at all levels Sales driven with an ability to plan and manage own activities and contact strategy Strong business and financial acumen Excellent sales and negotiation skills IT IS NOT ESSENTIAL BUT IT WOULD BE GREAT IF YOU HAVE: Previous experience of Asset Finance Some knowledge of the Print industries (with a focus on asset expertise) Ability to analyse and interpret financial information We are an inclusive organisation and committed to ensuring our recruitment process is as accessible as possible to everyone. We will make adjustments for people who have a disability or long-term condition. If you need the job description or application form in an alternative format or would like to discuss the recruitment process with us, please email us at or request a call back. ABOUT US At Close Brothers we support employees to balance their work life priorities and in this role you will be able to enjoy a mixture of hybrid working. Close Brothers is a leading UK merchant banking group providing lending, deposit taking and securities trading. We employ approximately 3,000 people, principally in the United Kingdom and Ireland. Close Brothers Group plc is listed on the London Stock Exchange and is a constituent of the FTSE 250. To find out more about Close Brothers, please visit our careers page: To find out more about life at Close Brothers: To find out more about our benefits: To find out more about our commitment to creating an inclusive environment: Our Responsibility - Diversity and inclusion … Close Brothers Group The Company At Close Brothers Group, we are all connected by our mission to be the best place in the UK for wealth professionals and their clients. We believe that everyone should think ahead, have a financial plan and invest wisely. Our clients are professionals, business owners, individuals, charities, families, and employers, who rely on our clear financial advice and investment management services to preserve and grow their long-term savings and investments. We are a team of about 900 people based in 15 offices across the UK. Our geographic footprint means we can combine a local approach with face-to-face services to enable strong, long-term relationships with our clients. Sustainability is fundamental to our purpose and we have a responsibility to help address the social, economic and environmental challenges facing our business, colleagues and clients. We strive to do the right thing and are dedicated to helping the charities that matter most to our people. Our vision is to develop an open and inclusive company that ensures everyone is valued, respected and included, so that in years to come our business will represent a diverse and inclusive workforce from the top down. We look to recruit individuals from all different backgrounds. If this job is of interest to you but you do not meet every criteria then we encourage you still to apply as we are open to providing training opportunities. As an early adopter of hybrid working we are open to discussing all types of flexible working options, helping you to balance your work and home life. The Benefits Private medical Discounted health checks Stakeholder pension contribution Gym discounts Cycle to work scheme Gym discounts Purchase additional holiday
The Vacancy OVERALL SUMMARY At Close Brothers we look to recruit individuals from all different backgrounds and encourage you to apply even if you don't tick every box. We celebrate diversity, promote inclusivity and are open to discuss flexible work options to help you balance your work and home life. Join the Close Brothers Finance Team where you will take responsibility for advising the business and finance teams, as well as taking ownership for the project management of tax projects and deliverables. Working as part of the Finance team our ideal team member will have previous experience in managing statutory tax compliance deadlines and obligations with an excellent ability to analyse numerical data, verbal data and all other sources of information. RESPONSIBILITIES Manage the Corporation Tax calculations for UK, Channel Islands, and Irish entities. Manage all associated projects e.g. Research and development and capital allowances. Ensure that tax computations and returns are filed with the relevant tax authorities, in the correct format and on a timely basis e.g. Corporation tax and PSA returns. Assist the line manager, the Tax finance director and tax accountants in ensuring that tax payments are made accurately and on time to the relevant tax authorities. Respond to tax related queries from internal or external stakeholders on a timely basis and in a practical/ commercial way e.g. tax advisory to business on a new product or queries from HMRC. Provide support to the finance function during reporting periods such as interim and yearend including preparation of detailed taxation calculations and statutory reporting forms. Ensure that adequate controls are in place including those required by the Senior Accounting Officer regulations and keeping documentation and risk registers up to date. Provide assistance in other areas of tax as required e.g. VAT. WE WOULD LOVE TO HEAR FROM YOU IF YOU HAVE: Experience in direct taxes. Professional qualification in accounting e.g. ACA, CA, ACCA, CTA or equivalent work experience. IT IS NOT ESSENTIAL BUT IT WOULD BE GREAT IF YOU HAVE: Experience in financial services. Experience in software tools such as SAP and ALFA. Professional qualification in tax e.g. ATT or CTA. We are an inclusive organisation and committed to ensuring our recruitment process is as accessible as possible to everyone. We will make adjustments for people who have a disability or long-term condition. If you need the job description or application form in an alternative format or would like to discuss the recruitment process with us, please email us at or request a call back. ABOUT US At Close Brothers we support employees to balance their work life priorities and in this role you will be able to enjoy a mixture of hybrid working. Close Brothers is a leading UK merchant banking group providing lending, deposit taking and securities trading. We employ approximately 3,000 people, principally in the United Kingdom and Ireland. Close Brothers Group plc is listed on the London Stock Exchange and is a constituent of the FTSE 250. To find out more about Close Brothers, please visit our careers page: To find out more about life at Close Brothers: To find out more about our benefits: To find out more about our commitment to creating an inclusive environment: Our Responsibility - Diversity and inclusion … Close Brothers Group The Company At Close Brothers Group, we are all connected by our mission to be the best place in the UK for wealth professionals and their clients. We believe that everyone should think ahead, have a financial plan and invest wisely. Our clients are professionals, business owners, individuals, charities, families, and employers, who rely on our clear financial advice and investment management services to preserve and grow their long-term savings and investments. We are a team of about 900 people based in 15 offices across the UK. Our geographic footprint means we can combine a local approach with face-to-face services to enable strong, long-term relationships with our clients. Sustainability is fundamental to our purpose and we have a responsibility to help address the social, economic and environmental challenges facing our business, colleagues and clients. We strive to do the right thing and are dedicated to helping the charities that matter most to our people. Our vision is to develop an open and inclusive company that ensures everyone is valued, respected and included, so that in years to come our business will represent a diverse and inclusive workforce from the top down. We look to recruit individuals from all different backgrounds. If this job is of interest to you but you do not meet every criteria then we encourage you still to apply as we are open to providing training opportunities. As an early adopter of hybrid working we are open to discussing all types of flexible working options, helping you to balance your work and home life. The Benefits Private medical Discounted health checks Stakeholder pension contribution Cycle to work scheme Gym discounts Purchase additional holiday
Sep 05, 2025
Full time
The Vacancy OVERALL SUMMARY At Close Brothers we look to recruit individuals from all different backgrounds and encourage you to apply even if you don't tick every box. We celebrate diversity, promote inclusivity and are open to discuss flexible work options to help you balance your work and home life. Join the Close Brothers Finance Team where you will take responsibility for advising the business and finance teams, as well as taking ownership for the project management of tax projects and deliverables. Working as part of the Finance team our ideal team member will have previous experience in managing statutory tax compliance deadlines and obligations with an excellent ability to analyse numerical data, verbal data and all other sources of information. RESPONSIBILITIES Manage the Corporation Tax calculations for UK, Channel Islands, and Irish entities. Manage all associated projects e.g. Research and development and capital allowances. Ensure that tax computations and returns are filed with the relevant tax authorities, in the correct format and on a timely basis e.g. Corporation tax and PSA returns. Assist the line manager, the Tax finance director and tax accountants in ensuring that tax payments are made accurately and on time to the relevant tax authorities. Respond to tax related queries from internal or external stakeholders on a timely basis and in a practical/ commercial way e.g. tax advisory to business on a new product or queries from HMRC. Provide support to the finance function during reporting periods such as interim and yearend including preparation of detailed taxation calculations and statutory reporting forms. Ensure that adequate controls are in place including those required by the Senior Accounting Officer regulations and keeping documentation and risk registers up to date. Provide assistance in other areas of tax as required e.g. VAT. WE WOULD LOVE TO HEAR FROM YOU IF YOU HAVE: Experience in direct taxes. Professional qualification in accounting e.g. ACA, CA, ACCA, CTA or equivalent work experience. IT IS NOT ESSENTIAL BUT IT WOULD BE GREAT IF YOU HAVE: Experience in financial services. Experience in software tools such as SAP and ALFA. Professional qualification in tax e.g. ATT or CTA. We are an inclusive organisation and committed to ensuring our recruitment process is as accessible as possible to everyone. We will make adjustments for people who have a disability or long-term condition. If you need the job description or application form in an alternative format or would like to discuss the recruitment process with us, please email us at or request a call back. ABOUT US At Close Brothers we support employees to balance their work life priorities and in this role you will be able to enjoy a mixture of hybrid working. Close Brothers is a leading UK merchant banking group providing lending, deposit taking and securities trading. We employ approximately 3,000 people, principally in the United Kingdom and Ireland. Close Brothers Group plc is listed on the London Stock Exchange and is a constituent of the FTSE 250. To find out more about Close Brothers, please visit our careers page: To find out more about life at Close Brothers: To find out more about our benefits: To find out more about our commitment to creating an inclusive environment: Our Responsibility - Diversity and inclusion … Close Brothers Group The Company At Close Brothers Group, we are all connected by our mission to be the best place in the UK for wealth professionals and their clients. We believe that everyone should think ahead, have a financial plan and invest wisely. Our clients are professionals, business owners, individuals, charities, families, and employers, who rely on our clear financial advice and investment management services to preserve and grow their long-term savings and investments. We are a team of about 900 people based in 15 offices across the UK. Our geographic footprint means we can combine a local approach with face-to-face services to enable strong, long-term relationships with our clients. Sustainability is fundamental to our purpose and we have a responsibility to help address the social, economic and environmental challenges facing our business, colleagues and clients. We strive to do the right thing and are dedicated to helping the charities that matter most to our people. Our vision is to develop an open and inclusive company that ensures everyone is valued, respected and included, so that in years to come our business will represent a diverse and inclusive workforce from the top down. We look to recruit individuals from all different backgrounds. If this job is of interest to you but you do not meet every criteria then we encourage you still to apply as we are open to providing training opportunities. As an early adopter of hybrid working we are open to discussing all types of flexible working options, helping you to balance your work and home life. The Benefits Private medical Discounted health checks Stakeholder pension contribution Cycle to work scheme Gym discounts Purchase additional holiday
BIM Technician ScotlandPermanentCompetitive Salary + Company Vehicle + Flexible Benefits Freedom have a fantastic opportunity for a CAD / BIM Technician to join our growing team in Scotland. The role of BIM Technician will work in a specialist multi-disciplinary team undertaking design work for a range of large and small-scale engineering projects, to create accurate BIM models from Engineers' calculations, sketches, or drawings. Some of the key deliverables in this role will include: Demonstrate appropriate Health and Safety awareness to ensure that the safety first and foremost message is visible and alive throughout all activities relating to the project on which you are working. Deliver calculations, drawings, and technical reports from 3D Models for design stage, installation, and/or manufacture. Work independently and alongside other members of the team to deliver work on time and to a high standard, adhering to Freedom's quality standards. Adhere to the design, check/review, and approve process, working with colleagues to peer check where necessary. Conduct coordination review meetings using 3D models to highlight clashes, variations, and risks, ensuring effective communication within the team. Develop knowledge of HV/LV systems to ensure optimised solutions and CDM compliance. Undertake site visits to gain practical experience of HV/LV installation practices and apply these to improve modelling and coordination effectiveness. Maintain technical capability, stay up to date with industry standards and support own understanding and technical development. What we're looking for: We're looking for a proactive and experienced BIM Technician ideally with a strong background in utility or distribution network projects. Ideally, you'll have: For recruitment and development purposes the following knowledge, skills and experience are required: Significant experience of CAD / BIM and 3D coordination Expertise in Revit / Micro-station and Navisworks Proficient in AutoCAD and 3D/2D modelling techniques Benefits: We're always evolving our benefits to ensure we're attracting and retaining great people. Some of what you can expect includes: Company Car/Car Allowance Salary sacrifice car scheme (Hybrid/Electric Vehicle) Pension with a leading provider and up to 8% employer contribution Personal Wellbeing and Volunteer Days Private Medical Insurance Free 24/7 365 Employee Assistance Program to support mental health and well-being (including counselling sessions and legal advice) Flexible benefits to suit from Dental Insurance, Gym Memberships, Give As You Earn, Travel Insurance, Tax Free Bikes Personal development programme Next Steps: As a business, we're on a journey to build on our culture where everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. This starts with recruitment and how we bring people into the organisation. We'll do our best to outline the recruitment process to you ahead of time with plenty of notice. If you require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met. About Us : Freedom are part of the NG Bailey Group, one of the leading independent engineering and services businesses in the UK. Founded in 1921, with a turnover of £500m and 3000 employees, we are proud of our history of developing great people through our investment in training. Working across a variety of sectors within the building and infrastructure industry, our innovative, responsible and forward thinking approach allows us to work on fantastic ground-breaking projects, providing solutions using the latest tools and technologies Progression is something we value and we will make sure that when you join us you have a clearly defined development path, supported by regular reviews, training and ongoing support to enable you to be the best you can be
Sep 05, 2025
Full time
BIM Technician ScotlandPermanentCompetitive Salary + Company Vehicle + Flexible Benefits Freedom have a fantastic opportunity for a CAD / BIM Technician to join our growing team in Scotland. The role of BIM Technician will work in a specialist multi-disciplinary team undertaking design work for a range of large and small-scale engineering projects, to create accurate BIM models from Engineers' calculations, sketches, or drawings. Some of the key deliverables in this role will include: Demonstrate appropriate Health and Safety awareness to ensure that the safety first and foremost message is visible and alive throughout all activities relating to the project on which you are working. Deliver calculations, drawings, and technical reports from 3D Models for design stage, installation, and/or manufacture. Work independently and alongside other members of the team to deliver work on time and to a high standard, adhering to Freedom's quality standards. Adhere to the design, check/review, and approve process, working with colleagues to peer check where necessary. Conduct coordination review meetings using 3D models to highlight clashes, variations, and risks, ensuring effective communication within the team. Develop knowledge of HV/LV systems to ensure optimised solutions and CDM compliance. Undertake site visits to gain practical experience of HV/LV installation practices and apply these to improve modelling and coordination effectiveness. Maintain technical capability, stay up to date with industry standards and support own understanding and technical development. What we're looking for: We're looking for a proactive and experienced BIM Technician ideally with a strong background in utility or distribution network projects. Ideally, you'll have: For recruitment and development purposes the following knowledge, skills and experience are required: Significant experience of CAD / BIM and 3D coordination Expertise in Revit / Micro-station and Navisworks Proficient in AutoCAD and 3D/2D modelling techniques Benefits: We're always evolving our benefits to ensure we're attracting and retaining great people. Some of what you can expect includes: Company Car/Car Allowance Salary sacrifice car scheme (Hybrid/Electric Vehicle) Pension with a leading provider and up to 8% employer contribution Personal Wellbeing and Volunteer Days Private Medical Insurance Free 24/7 365 Employee Assistance Program to support mental health and well-being (including counselling sessions and legal advice) Flexible benefits to suit from Dental Insurance, Gym Memberships, Give As You Earn, Travel Insurance, Tax Free Bikes Personal development programme Next Steps: As a business, we're on a journey to build on our culture where everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. This starts with recruitment and how we bring people into the organisation. We'll do our best to outline the recruitment process to you ahead of time with plenty of notice. If you require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met. About Us : Freedom are part of the NG Bailey Group, one of the leading independent engineering and services businesses in the UK. Founded in 1921, with a turnover of £500m and 3000 employees, we are proud of our history of developing great people through our investment in training. Working across a variety of sectors within the building and infrastructure industry, our innovative, responsible and forward thinking approach allows us to work on fantastic ground-breaking projects, providing solutions using the latest tools and technologies Progression is something we value and we will make sure that when you join us you have a clearly defined development path, supported by regular reviews, training and ongoing support to enable you to be the best you can be
Job Title : Enterprise Architect (Digital Services) Head Office Location: Brindley Place, Birmingham Job Location: B1 2JB Salary - 65,000 - 69,000 per annum Contract type - Permanent Working hours - Full Time 37 Hrs per week Hybrid and Brindley Place, Birmingham About the Service The Digital Services Department at GreenSquareAccord plays a crucial role in driving the organisation s technological advancements and ensuring the delivery of high-quality digital solutions. Located at Brindley Place, this department is part of the Corporate Resources Directorate and is dedicated to supporting the organisation s mission of providing exceptional services to its customers. One of the key functions of the Digital Services Department is to translate organisational needs into robust, scalable digital solutions that enhance both internal operations and customer experiences. In this context, the Enterprise Architect will steer our architectural governance to ensure all projects align with GreenSquareAccord s strategic objectives and regulatory requirements. Working within a culture that prizes innovation, collaboration and social purpose, you ll collaborate across teams to design a cohesive technology ecosystem and leverage emerging trends to drive efficiency, resilience and value for money. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of our digital services and make a tangible impact on the lives of our customers. About the role As our new Enterprise Architect, you ll be the custodian of GreenSquareAccord s digital architectural vision. You ll develop and maintain an enterprise architecture framework - defining principles, standards and guidelines that align with our strategic objectives. You ll translate our high-level Digital Strategy into a clear technology roadmap, guiding investment decisions to maximise value, promote reuse, sustainability and scalability, and reduce risk. Working closely with senior business and Digital Services stakeholders, you ll analyse requirements, advise on costs versus benefits, and orchestrate technical designs for seamless system integrations. You ll establish and enforce robust governance processes?"ensuring compliance with best practice and regulatory requirements?"and continuously assess system performance, recommending improvements to drive efficiency. You ll also benchmark with peers in the housing and wider technology sector to keep us ahead of the curve About you You are an accomplished architect (7-10+ years in IT) with hands-on experience as a Solutions or Technical Architect. You have a proven track record developing enterprise architecture frameworks and crafting technology roadmaps within complex, enterprise-level environments (cloud, on-premise and hybrid). Your strengths include: Strategic Leadership: inspiring and mentoring teams, managing technical governance via a Design Authority, and driving change at pace. Stakeholder Management: forging trusted relationships with senior management, translating business needs into technical solutions and negotiating priorities. Analytical Mindset: using data and horizon scanning to identify performance bottlenecks and new opportunities (RPA, AI governance, BI). Excellent Communication: conveying complex concepts to non-technical audiences with clarity and confidence. Adaptability & Resilience: thriving in a fast-changing environment, balancing governance with agility, and leading by example. About us We are GSA, we provide affordable homes and services that create a foundation from which people in our communities can thrive. We own and manage 25,000 homes in diverse communities across the West Midlands and Southwest. Everyone deserves a home, it s a place from which we build our future, we thrive at home. We are proud to play an active role in dealing with the consequences of the housing crisis, by providing affordable homes for people in our communities who need them most. Often a home is all someone needs, but when our customers need more, we offer a range of services, including care, money advice and coaching to support them. We also provide care and support to some of the most vulnerable people in society. This includes support for people who are homeless, experiencing domestic violence or are part of the criminal justice system. The GSA Way We know that how we do things is just as important as what we do. To help us make a difference, together, we created the GSA Way. A culture we commit to, aspire to, and live and breathe. Commitments and behaviours which together make our organisation what it is. Our five core commitments are: We believe our customer is everything We are one team We are supportive and caring We are business-minded for social purpose We are curious and ambitious. You can read more about the GSA Way in our recruitment pack. Benefits In support and recognition of our colleagues who will help us deliver our employer strategy, we offer a fantastic benefits package. This includes. Trust based flexible working and supportive and friendly teams 25 days annual holiday entitlement, increasing to 30 days One day off for your birthday Opportunity to buy or sell annual leave A defined contribution pension scheme GSA matches up to 6% contributions We offer a service which provides 24/7 online GP appointments, second medical opinions, health checks, mental health support, 24/7 medical health helpline, wellbeing app, nutrition advice and fitness plans and legal and financial support. Access to Blue Light discount card membership Confidential Employee Assistance Programme (EAP). Cycle to work Scheme Eligible for occupational sick pay How to apply If this sounds like the exciting new challenge you ve been waiting for, we d love to hear from you. Email your Cv to (url removed) or click apply now. All individuals who apply to work at GreenSquareAccord are considered on their merits in line with our Diversity and Inclusion strategy and policy. GreenSquareAccord are a Disability Confident Employer therefore we actively encourage applications from individuals with disabilities and try to provide access, adjustments, equipment or other practical support where required. All applicants with a disability who meet the essential eligibility criteria for the role, as detailed in the job description, are guaranteed an interview. If you need any assistance, adjustments or adaptations throughout our selection processes please let us know.
Sep 05, 2025
Full time
Job Title : Enterprise Architect (Digital Services) Head Office Location: Brindley Place, Birmingham Job Location: B1 2JB Salary - 65,000 - 69,000 per annum Contract type - Permanent Working hours - Full Time 37 Hrs per week Hybrid and Brindley Place, Birmingham About the Service The Digital Services Department at GreenSquareAccord plays a crucial role in driving the organisation s technological advancements and ensuring the delivery of high-quality digital solutions. Located at Brindley Place, this department is part of the Corporate Resources Directorate and is dedicated to supporting the organisation s mission of providing exceptional services to its customers. One of the key functions of the Digital Services Department is to translate organisational needs into robust, scalable digital solutions that enhance both internal operations and customer experiences. In this context, the Enterprise Architect will steer our architectural governance to ensure all projects align with GreenSquareAccord s strategic objectives and regulatory requirements. Working within a culture that prizes innovation, collaboration and social purpose, you ll collaborate across teams to design a cohesive technology ecosystem and leverage emerging trends to drive efficiency, resilience and value for money. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of our digital services and make a tangible impact on the lives of our customers. About the role As our new Enterprise Architect, you ll be the custodian of GreenSquareAccord s digital architectural vision. You ll develop and maintain an enterprise architecture framework - defining principles, standards and guidelines that align with our strategic objectives. You ll translate our high-level Digital Strategy into a clear technology roadmap, guiding investment decisions to maximise value, promote reuse, sustainability and scalability, and reduce risk. Working closely with senior business and Digital Services stakeholders, you ll analyse requirements, advise on costs versus benefits, and orchestrate technical designs for seamless system integrations. You ll establish and enforce robust governance processes?"ensuring compliance with best practice and regulatory requirements?"and continuously assess system performance, recommending improvements to drive efficiency. You ll also benchmark with peers in the housing and wider technology sector to keep us ahead of the curve About you You are an accomplished architect (7-10+ years in IT) with hands-on experience as a Solutions or Technical Architect. You have a proven track record developing enterprise architecture frameworks and crafting technology roadmaps within complex, enterprise-level environments (cloud, on-premise and hybrid). Your strengths include: Strategic Leadership: inspiring and mentoring teams, managing technical governance via a Design Authority, and driving change at pace. Stakeholder Management: forging trusted relationships with senior management, translating business needs into technical solutions and negotiating priorities. Analytical Mindset: using data and horizon scanning to identify performance bottlenecks and new opportunities (RPA, AI governance, BI). Excellent Communication: conveying complex concepts to non-technical audiences with clarity and confidence. Adaptability & Resilience: thriving in a fast-changing environment, balancing governance with agility, and leading by example. About us We are GSA, we provide affordable homes and services that create a foundation from which people in our communities can thrive. We own and manage 25,000 homes in diverse communities across the West Midlands and Southwest. Everyone deserves a home, it s a place from which we build our future, we thrive at home. We are proud to play an active role in dealing with the consequences of the housing crisis, by providing affordable homes for people in our communities who need them most. Often a home is all someone needs, but when our customers need more, we offer a range of services, including care, money advice and coaching to support them. We also provide care and support to some of the most vulnerable people in society. This includes support for people who are homeless, experiencing domestic violence or are part of the criminal justice system. The GSA Way We know that how we do things is just as important as what we do. To help us make a difference, together, we created the GSA Way. A culture we commit to, aspire to, and live and breathe. Commitments and behaviours which together make our organisation what it is. Our five core commitments are: We believe our customer is everything We are one team We are supportive and caring We are business-minded for social purpose We are curious and ambitious. You can read more about the GSA Way in our recruitment pack. Benefits In support and recognition of our colleagues who will help us deliver our employer strategy, we offer a fantastic benefits package. This includes. Trust based flexible working and supportive and friendly teams 25 days annual holiday entitlement, increasing to 30 days One day off for your birthday Opportunity to buy or sell annual leave A defined contribution pension scheme GSA matches up to 6% contributions We offer a service which provides 24/7 online GP appointments, second medical opinions, health checks, mental health support, 24/7 medical health helpline, wellbeing app, nutrition advice and fitness plans and legal and financial support. Access to Blue Light discount card membership Confidential Employee Assistance Programme (EAP). Cycle to work Scheme Eligible for occupational sick pay How to apply If this sounds like the exciting new challenge you ve been waiting for, we d love to hear from you. Email your Cv to (url removed) or click apply now. All individuals who apply to work at GreenSquareAccord are considered on their merits in line with our Diversity and Inclusion strategy and policy. GreenSquareAccord are a Disability Confident Employer therefore we actively encourage applications from individuals with disabilities and try to provide access, adjustments, equipment or other practical support where required. All applicants with a disability who meet the essential eligibility criteria for the role, as detailed in the job description, are guaranteed an interview. If you need any assistance, adjustments or adaptations throughout our selection processes please let us know.
Job summary As Grants and Impact Manager you will be stewarding high-profile Trust and Foundation donors, researching new prospects, and writing compelling applications using detailed case studies compiled by the team. You will also coordinate the development of a new Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) programme, strengthening our ability to measure, understand, and communicate the impact of our work. A key part of this will be focusing on evidencing and enhancing the positive change created by Caring in Bristol, ensuring that funders and stakeholders can clearly see the difference their support makes. Who we are Caring in Bristol s mission is to unite our city against homelessness. We work in innovative ways with people experiencing housing insecurity to help them navigate the barriers they face. We engage with the public and community partners to bring about lasting change in Bristol and beyond. Our services aim to reach people where they are, targeting under-served communities and proactively designing our services to be accessible and inclusive. We maximise our impact through committed and creative outreach to key groups who would not otherwise receive support. About the role As our Grants and Impact Manager, you will play a pivotal role in sustaining and growing Caring in Bristol s income from Trusts, Foundations and statutory grants, by acquiring and managing high-value funder relationships. Alongside this, you will take the lead in developing and embedding a clear, organisation-wide Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) programme. This new focus will enable us to set measurable goals, track progress, and capture the real-world impact of our work - ensuring we can tell a compelling, evidence-based story to funders, partners, and the wider community. You will identify and lead the creation of high-quality trust and foundation applications and proposals, working closely with the Head of Trusts and Foundations, and take responsibility for a portfolio of funders, building strong, long-term relationships, improving funder satisfaction and securing continued or increased investment in our mission. Beyond managing relationships, you will help transform the way we demonstrate impact. By collaborating with service delivery staff to develop our impact monitoring practices you will ensure we can report back to funders with clarity, consistency, and confidence - showing exactly how their support translates into tangible outcomes for people experiencing or at risk of homelessness in Bristol. You will also be instrumental in delivering a best-practice funder engagement programme, finding innovative ways to create value for funders through tailored reports, webinars, site visits, and other forms of involvement. Acting as an ambassador for Caring in Bristol, you will represent us to funders and stakeholders with credibility and passion, using your insight to strengthen our reputation and influence. Finally, you will act as a voice of the funder within the charity, ensuring their perspective shapes our project design, monitoring, and communications. Working collaboratively with colleagues across service delivery, income generation, and finance, you will help embed practices that not only improve funder relationships today but also make Caring in Bristol more strategically and sustainably fundable for the future.
Sep 05, 2025
Full time
Job summary As Grants and Impact Manager you will be stewarding high-profile Trust and Foundation donors, researching new prospects, and writing compelling applications using detailed case studies compiled by the team. You will also coordinate the development of a new Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) programme, strengthening our ability to measure, understand, and communicate the impact of our work. A key part of this will be focusing on evidencing and enhancing the positive change created by Caring in Bristol, ensuring that funders and stakeholders can clearly see the difference their support makes. Who we are Caring in Bristol s mission is to unite our city against homelessness. We work in innovative ways with people experiencing housing insecurity to help them navigate the barriers they face. We engage with the public and community partners to bring about lasting change in Bristol and beyond. Our services aim to reach people where they are, targeting under-served communities and proactively designing our services to be accessible and inclusive. We maximise our impact through committed and creative outreach to key groups who would not otherwise receive support. About the role As our Grants and Impact Manager, you will play a pivotal role in sustaining and growing Caring in Bristol s income from Trusts, Foundations and statutory grants, by acquiring and managing high-value funder relationships. Alongside this, you will take the lead in developing and embedding a clear, organisation-wide Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) programme. This new focus will enable us to set measurable goals, track progress, and capture the real-world impact of our work - ensuring we can tell a compelling, evidence-based story to funders, partners, and the wider community. You will identify and lead the creation of high-quality trust and foundation applications and proposals, working closely with the Head of Trusts and Foundations, and take responsibility for a portfolio of funders, building strong, long-term relationships, improving funder satisfaction and securing continued or increased investment in our mission. Beyond managing relationships, you will help transform the way we demonstrate impact. By collaborating with service delivery staff to develop our impact monitoring practices you will ensure we can report back to funders with clarity, consistency, and confidence - showing exactly how their support translates into tangible outcomes for people experiencing or at risk of homelessness in Bristol. You will also be instrumental in delivering a best-practice funder engagement programme, finding innovative ways to create value for funders through tailored reports, webinars, site visits, and other forms of involvement. Acting as an ambassador for Caring in Bristol, you will represent us to funders and stakeholders with credibility and passion, using your insight to strengthen our reputation and influence. Finally, you will act as a voice of the funder within the charity, ensuring their perspective shapes our project design, monitoring, and communications. Working collaboratively with colleagues across service delivery, income generation, and finance, you will help embed practices that not only improve funder relationships today but also make Caring in Bristol more strategically and sustainably fundable for the future.
Head of IT/ Senior IT Manager - 12 month FTC We're working with a UK-based organisation seeking a proactive and technically experienced Senior IT Manager for a 12 month fixed-term contract, to support the strategic and operational growth of their IT function. This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in shaping core IT processes across infrastructure, software development, service delivery, and solutions architecture. Role Overview Reporting directly to the Associate Director of IT, the IT Consultant will lead improvements across multiple technical domains, ensuring IT systems, services, and vendors align with business strategy. The role is a blend of tactical execution and strategic planning; ideal for a candidate with prior experience at a senior level, who can drive innovation, manage risk, and deliver value through technology. Key Responsibilities: Drive improvements across IT Service Desk, Operations, Infrastructure, Software Development, and Solutions Architecture Develop roadmaps to support lifecycle management and ensure alignment with organisational objectives Provide technical guidance to maximise business benefits from IT investments and system consolidation Support vendor and supplier relationship management, focusing on contract compliance and return on investment Assist with day-to-day capacity planning and service delivery, ensuring SLAs are met and exceeded Develop and implement IT policies, technical standards, and architectural principles Identify and address technical debt and infrastructure risk, supporting cloud migration strategies Collaborate across teams to ensure proactive and future-proof IT service delivery Key Requirements: Proven experience in a senior IT leadership role (e.g. Lead IT Manager, Head of IT, or equivalent) Strong background in technical operations, service delivery, and infrastructure planning Solid understanding of IT service desk operations, networking, and systems architecture Experience with vendor management, contract compliance, and service optimisation Hands-on expertise in cloud migration projects and managing hybrid environments Demonstrated ability to align IT functions with broader business goals Strong leadership, analytical, and problem-solving capabilities Excellent communication, negotiation, and prioritisation skills Relevant certifications or qualifications (e.g. Prince2, ITIL) beneficial
Sep 05, 2025
Contractor
Head of IT/ Senior IT Manager - 12 month FTC We're working with a UK-based organisation seeking a proactive and technically experienced Senior IT Manager for a 12 month fixed-term contract, to support the strategic and operational growth of their IT function. This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in shaping core IT processes across infrastructure, software development, service delivery, and solutions architecture. Role Overview Reporting directly to the Associate Director of IT, the IT Consultant will lead improvements across multiple technical domains, ensuring IT systems, services, and vendors align with business strategy. The role is a blend of tactical execution and strategic planning; ideal for a candidate with prior experience at a senior level, who can drive innovation, manage risk, and deliver value through technology. Key Responsibilities: Drive improvements across IT Service Desk, Operations, Infrastructure, Software Development, and Solutions Architecture Develop roadmaps to support lifecycle management and ensure alignment with organisational objectives Provide technical guidance to maximise business benefits from IT investments and system consolidation Support vendor and supplier relationship management, focusing on contract compliance and return on investment Assist with day-to-day capacity planning and service delivery, ensuring SLAs are met and exceeded Develop and implement IT policies, technical standards, and architectural principles Identify and address technical debt and infrastructure risk, supporting cloud migration strategies Collaborate across teams to ensure proactive and future-proof IT service delivery Key Requirements: Proven experience in a senior IT leadership role (e.g. Lead IT Manager, Head of IT, or equivalent) Strong background in technical operations, service delivery, and infrastructure planning Solid understanding of IT service desk operations, networking, and systems architecture Experience with vendor management, contract compliance, and service optimisation Hands-on expertise in cloud migration projects and managing hybrid environments Demonstrated ability to align IT functions with broader business goals Strong leadership, analytical, and problem-solving capabilities Excellent communication, negotiation, and prioritisation skills Relevant certifications or qualifications (e.g. Prince2, ITIL) beneficial
Senior Project Manager Job Title: Infrastructure Delivery Manager Location: London Industry: Investment Banking Job Summary: We are seeking an experienced Infrastructure Delivery Manager to oversee the delivery of cutting-edge technology infrastructure for our investment bank headquarters. This role will focus on the execution of key deliverables, including new trading floors, communications room infrastructure refresh and migrations, and specialised multimedia for conferencing and meeting rooms. Key Responsibilities: Project Planning and Execution: Develop and manage detailed project plans, timelines, budgets, and resource allocation for the technology infrastructure modernisation and consolidation project. Trading Floor Technology: Oversee the design, procurement, and implementation of technology for new trading floors, ensuring high-performance systems to support trading operations. Comms Room Infrastructure: Lead the refresh and migration of communications room infrastructure, including servers and networking equipment. Specialised Multimedia: Deliver state-of-the-art multimedia solutions for conferencing and meeting rooms, including AV systems, video conferencing, and collaboration tools. Technology Fit-Out: Coordinate the fit-out of new technology infrastructure across the campus. Secure Technology Disposal: Manage the secure decommissioning and disposal of legacy technology. Risk and Issue Management: Identify, mitigate, and resolve risks and issues, ensuring project milestones are met on time and within budget. Reporting and Documentation: Provide regular progress reports to senior leadership and maintain comprehensive project documentation. Qualifications and Skills: Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Engineering, Project Management, or a related field (PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent certification preferred). 10+ years of project management experience in technology infrastructure, preferably in investment banking or financial services. Proven track record of delivering complex projects, including trading floor technology, comms room migrations, and multimedia installations. Strong understanding of IT infrastructure (servers, networking, cabling, AV systems) and financial industry requirements. Expertise in managing vendor relationships, procurement, and contract negotiations. Exceptional organizational, leadership, and communication skills. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment with strict deadlines. If you meet all of these requirements please send your CV to me
Sep 05, 2025
Contractor
Senior Project Manager Job Title: Infrastructure Delivery Manager Location: London Industry: Investment Banking Job Summary: We are seeking an experienced Infrastructure Delivery Manager to oversee the delivery of cutting-edge technology infrastructure for our investment bank headquarters. This role will focus on the execution of key deliverables, including new trading floors, communications room infrastructure refresh and migrations, and specialised multimedia for conferencing and meeting rooms. Key Responsibilities: Project Planning and Execution: Develop and manage detailed project plans, timelines, budgets, and resource allocation for the technology infrastructure modernisation and consolidation project. Trading Floor Technology: Oversee the design, procurement, and implementation of technology for new trading floors, ensuring high-performance systems to support trading operations. Comms Room Infrastructure: Lead the refresh and migration of communications room infrastructure, including servers and networking equipment. Specialised Multimedia: Deliver state-of-the-art multimedia solutions for conferencing and meeting rooms, including AV systems, video conferencing, and collaboration tools. Technology Fit-Out: Coordinate the fit-out of new technology infrastructure across the campus. Secure Technology Disposal: Manage the secure decommissioning and disposal of legacy technology. Risk and Issue Management: Identify, mitigate, and resolve risks and issues, ensuring project milestones are met on time and within budget. Reporting and Documentation: Provide regular progress reports to senior leadership and maintain comprehensive project documentation. Qualifications and Skills: Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Engineering, Project Management, or a related field (PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent certification preferred). 10+ years of project management experience in technology infrastructure, preferably in investment banking or financial services. Proven track record of delivering complex projects, including trading floor technology, comms room migrations, and multimedia installations. Strong understanding of IT infrastructure (servers, networking, cabling, AV systems) and financial industry requirements. Expertise in managing vendor relationships, procurement, and contract negotiations. Exceptional organizational, leadership, and communication skills. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment with strict deadlines. If you meet all of these requirements please send your CV to me
Analyst - EMEA Valuations Interim Your new company You will be working for a prominent international financial group with global reach. The business is recognised for its expertise in corporate finance, investment banking, and cross-border solutions. They also focus on innovation and sustainability and the business supports long-term growth through digital transformation and ESG initiatives. Your new role You will be an interim Valuations Product Controller for an initial 12 months. Your responsibilities will be to: Manage and update the team's automated scheduling tool to reflect evolving project requirements and priorities.Review and challenge the accuracy of market data used in valuation processes.Provide support to European and other regional offices with rate provisioning and valuation-related tasks.Liaise with ETD and other departments to ensure data quality and completeness meet operational standards.Apply revaluation system expertise to assist colleagues within Product Control and collaborate with external stakeholders.Contribute to discussions with the Head of EV on new initiatives aimed at delivering requirements more efficiently. What you'll need to succeed Advanced Excel & AccessStrong grasp of valuation methodologies and their impact on profit and loss reporting, as well as on risk metrics such as sensitivities and local historical Value at Risk (VaR), driven by the market data curated by the team. What you'll get in return You will be working in an impressive team and have the opportunity for this to turn into a long-term opportunity. 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. #
Sep 05, 2025
Seasonal
Analyst - EMEA Valuations Interim Your new company You will be working for a prominent international financial group with global reach. The business is recognised for its expertise in corporate finance, investment banking, and cross-border solutions. They also focus on innovation and sustainability and the business supports long-term growth through digital transformation and ESG initiatives. Your new role You will be an interim Valuations Product Controller for an initial 12 months. Your responsibilities will be to: Manage and update the team's automated scheduling tool to reflect evolving project requirements and priorities.Review and challenge the accuracy of market data used in valuation processes.Provide support to European and other regional offices with rate provisioning and valuation-related tasks.Liaise with ETD and other departments to ensure data quality and completeness meet operational standards.Apply revaluation system expertise to assist colleagues within Product Control and collaborate with external stakeholders.Contribute to discussions with the Head of EV on new initiatives aimed at delivering requirements more efficiently. What you'll need to succeed Advanced Excel & AccessStrong grasp of valuation methodologies and their impact on profit and loss reporting, as well as on risk metrics such as sensitivities and local historical Value at Risk (VaR), driven by the market data curated by the team. What you'll get in return You will be working in an impressive team and have the opportunity for this to turn into a long-term opportunity. 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. #
Financial Controller Rate - £500 (a day) Duration - 6 months (Initially) Location - London (Hybrid) Ir35 - Inside (Must use an umbrella company) Job Purpose As a key member of the University's financial leadership team, you will lead on financial accounting, services, tax, treasury, and financial controls. This role ensures regulatory compliance, maintains financial integrity, and supports strategic financial management through expert guidance and strong operational leadership. Key Responsibilities Leadership & Business Partnering Build strong working relationships across departments. Promote a culture of customer-focused service delivery. Work collaboratively with Finance Business Partners and the Head of Financial Planning. Financial Accounting & Audit Lead the annual audit process and prepare financial statements in line with UK GAAP, IFRS, and SORP. Act as primary liaison for internal and external auditors. Financial Controls Maintain and implement the University's financial control framework. Deliver training and guidance to ensure compliance across departments. Taxation Oversee all tax matters, including VAT, and manage relationships with external tax advisors. Treasury & Endowment Management Manage cash flow, investments, and performance reporting. Oversee relationships with investment managers and banking providers. Financial Services Operations Lead the Financial Services Unit (Revenue and Payments Units). Ensure accurate processing of invoices, tuition fees, staff/student expenses, and supplier payments. Implement KPIs to monitor service efficiency. Research Finance Oversee post-award research funding support and compliance. Finance Systems & Processes Oversee financial systems development and accounting structures. Ensure strong reconciliation and compliance frameworks. Finance Training Develop financial literacy and training programmes for non-finance staff. Support professional development within the finance team. General Contribute to the effective running of the Finance Division. Deputise for the CFO when required. Person Specification Qualifications Degree-level education CCAB qualified accountant (eg ACA, ACCA, CIMA) - Essential Experience Experience in complex professional services - Essential Higher Education sector experience - Desirable Strong business partnering and scenario modelling - Essential Skills & Knowledge Advanced financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting Strong technical skills across financial and management accounting Expertise in costing, pricing, and risk Excellent problem-solving and communication skills Ability to manage both I&E and balance sheet - Essential
Sep 05, 2025
Contractor
Financial Controller Rate - £500 (a day) Duration - 6 months (Initially) Location - London (Hybrid) Ir35 - Inside (Must use an umbrella company) Job Purpose As a key member of the University's financial leadership team, you will lead on financial accounting, services, tax, treasury, and financial controls. This role ensures regulatory compliance, maintains financial integrity, and supports strategic financial management through expert guidance and strong operational leadership. Key Responsibilities Leadership & Business Partnering Build strong working relationships across departments. Promote a culture of customer-focused service delivery. Work collaboratively with Finance Business Partners and the Head of Financial Planning. Financial Accounting & Audit Lead the annual audit process and prepare financial statements in line with UK GAAP, IFRS, and SORP. Act as primary liaison for internal and external auditors. Financial Controls Maintain and implement the University's financial control framework. Deliver training and guidance to ensure compliance across departments. Taxation Oversee all tax matters, including VAT, and manage relationships with external tax advisors. Treasury & Endowment Management Manage cash flow, investments, and performance reporting. Oversee relationships with investment managers and banking providers. Financial Services Operations Lead the Financial Services Unit (Revenue and Payments Units). Ensure accurate processing of invoices, tuition fees, staff/student expenses, and supplier payments. Implement KPIs to monitor service efficiency. Research Finance Oversee post-award research funding support and compliance. Finance Systems & Processes Oversee financial systems development and accounting structures. Ensure strong reconciliation and compliance frameworks. Finance Training Develop financial literacy and training programmes for non-finance staff. Support professional development within the finance team. General Contribute to the effective running of the Finance Division. Deputise for the CFO when required. Person Specification Qualifications Degree-level education CCAB qualified accountant (eg ACA, ACCA, CIMA) - Essential Experience Experience in complex professional services - Essential Higher Education sector experience - Desirable Strong business partnering and scenario modelling - Essential Skills & Knowledge Advanced financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting Strong technical skills across financial and management accounting Expertise in costing, pricing, and risk Excellent problem-solving and communication skills Ability to manage both I&E and balance sheet - Essential
York, Yorkshire - Hybrid Permanent - Full Time Competitive Salary + Flexible Benefits Summary Freedom Professional Services has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Clerk of Works with a mixture of strong technical knowledge in a broad range of civil engineering disciplines and contract administration to join our growing electricity transmission and distribution civil design team. To ensure construction compliance with all requirements you are expected to perform Clerk of Works duties from commencement to completion on a variety of electricity substations across Yorkshire and the Northeast of England in collaboration with internal professional services (civil, structural, electrical, surveys, wayleaves, cables, environmental) along with contractors, clients and stakeholders. Some key deliverables in this role will include: Ensure that all civil construction work carried out by contractors is in accordance with the design, relevant standards and specifications, policies and procedures. Support design engineers in the design and management of civil engineering elements of projects. Use site surveys, existing plans, drawings, codes of practice, technical specifications, manufacturer's literature and technical knowledge to advise and support civil engineering contractors during the construction phase of projects. Assist in the preparation and/or review of overall site construction programmes, working with the contractor, designer and project manager. Participate in the planning of project ITPs and monitor contractor adherence. Conduct Quality, H&S and Environmental Audits as required by Freedom and the Client Prepare weekly/monthly reports as required to the client. Convene and chair on-site coordination meetings on behalf of the Client as required. Liaise and collaborate with the client and internal design teams to ensure the effective delivery of projects, providing site progress updates and identifying issues that could pose a risk to programme, quality or cost. What we're looking for : If the above sounds exciting and something you're well versed in, then we'd love to hear from you! We're looking for an experienced, forward thinking and dedicated Clerk of Works. You must have Qualifications and experience in: Essential Previous experience working as a Clerk of Works in the civil/built environment for the construction of traditional masonry buildings, steel portal frames, and reinforced concrete foundations and structures. Effective technical and non-technical communication skills with contractors, colleagues, clients and other stakeholders. Knowledge and experience of the CDM Regulations 2015. A technical qualification in Civil Engineering or a relevant qualification in Building Construction. A registered member or working towards registration with the Institute of Clerks of Works and Construction Inspectorate of Great Britain. Strong understanding and experience of construction methodologies and their associated risk management. Registration with the CSCS in a relevant discipline. Full UK driving licence. Desirable Ability to support the delivery of multiple simultaneous technical projects in a challenging environment. Vocational training, diplomas, or certificates in construction-related fields. Awareness of Equality, Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging legislation. Awareness of sustainability and environmentally friendly practices. Benefits: We're always evolving our benefits to ensure we're attracting and retaining great people. Some of what you can expect includes: Competitive Salary on Offer Car or Car Allowance Pension with employer contribution Personal Wellbeing and Volunteer Days Private Medical Insurance Free 24/7 365 Employee Assistance Program to support mental health and well-being (including counselling sessions and legal advice) Flexible benefits to suit from Dental Insurance, Gym Memberships, Give As You Earn, Travel Insurance, Tax Free Bikes. Personal development programme Next Steps: As a business, we're on a journey to build on our culture where everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. This starts with recruitment and how we bring people into the organisation. We'll do our best to outline the recruitment process to you ahead of time with plenty of notice. If you require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met. About Us: Freedom are part of the NG Bailey Group, one of the leading independent engineering and services businesses in the UK. Founded in 1921, with a turnover of £500m and 3000 employees, we are proud of our history of developing great people through our investment in training. Working across a variety of sectors within the building and infrastructure industry, our innovative, responsible and forward thinking approach allows us to work on fantastic ground-breaking projects, providing solutions using the latest tools and technologies Progression is something we value and we will make sure that when you join us you have a clearly defined development path, supported by regular reviews, training and ongoing support to enable you to be the best you can be
Sep 05, 2025
Full time
York, Yorkshire - Hybrid Permanent - Full Time Competitive Salary + Flexible Benefits Summary Freedom Professional Services has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Clerk of Works with a mixture of strong technical knowledge in a broad range of civil engineering disciplines and contract administration to join our growing electricity transmission and distribution civil design team. To ensure construction compliance with all requirements you are expected to perform Clerk of Works duties from commencement to completion on a variety of electricity substations across Yorkshire and the Northeast of England in collaboration with internal professional services (civil, structural, electrical, surveys, wayleaves, cables, environmental) along with contractors, clients and stakeholders. Some key deliverables in this role will include: Ensure that all civil construction work carried out by contractors is in accordance with the design, relevant standards and specifications, policies and procedures. Support design engineers in the design and management of civil engineering elements of projects. Use site surveys, existing plans, drawings, codes of practice, technical specifications, manufacturer's literature and technical knowledge to advise and support civil engineering contractors during the construction phase of projects. Assist in the preparation and/or review of overall site construction programmes, working with the contractor, designer and project manager. Participate in the planning of project ITPs and monitor contractor adherence. Conduct Quality, H&S and Environmental Audits as required by Freedom and the Client Prepare weekly/monthly reports as required to the client. Convene and chair on-site coordination meetings on behalf of the Client as required. Liaise and collaborate with the client and internal design teams to ensure the effective delivery of projects, providing site progress updates and identifying issues that could pose a risk to programme, quality or cost. What we're looking for : If the above sounds exciting and something you're well versed in, then we'd love to hear from you! We're looking for an experienced, forward thinking and dedicated Clerk of Works. You must have Qualifications and experience in: Essential Previous experience working as a Clerk of Works in the civil/built environment for the construction of traditional masonry buildings, steel portal frames, and reinforced concrete foundations and structures. Effective technical and non-technical communication skills with contractors, colleagues, clients and other stakeholders. Knowledge and experience of the CDM Regulations 2015. A technical qualification in Civil Engineering or a relevant qualification in Building Construction. A registered member or working towards registration with the Institute of Clerks of Works and Construction Inspectorate of Great Britain. Strong understanding and experience of construction methodologies and their associated risk management. Registration with the CSCS in a relevant discipline. Full UK driving licence. Desirable Ability to support the delivery of multiple simultaneous technical projects in a challenging environment. Vocational training, diplomas, or certificates in construction-related fields. Awareness of Equality, Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging legislation. Awareness of sustainability and environmentally friendly practices. Benefits: We're always evolving our benefits to ensure we're attracting and retaining great people. Some of what you can expect includes: Competitive Salary on Offer Car or Car Allowance Pension with employer contribution Personal Wellbeing and Volunteer Days Private Medical Insurance Free 24/7 365 Employee Assistance Program to support mental health and well-being (including counselling sessions and legal advice) Flexible benefits to suit from Dental Insurance, Gym Memberships, Give As You Earn, Travel Insurance, Tax Free Bikes. Personal development programme Next Steps: As a business, we're on a journey to build on our culture where everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. This starts with recruitment and how we bring people into the organisation. We'll do our best to outline the recruitment process to you ahead of time with plenty of notice. If you require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met. About Us: Freedom are part of the NG Bailey Group, one of the leading independent engineering and services businesses in the UK. Founded in 1921, with a turnover of £500m and 3000 employees, we are proud of our history of developing great people through our investment in training. Working across a variety of sectors within the building and infrastructure industry, our innovative, responsible and forward thinking approach allows us to work on fantastic ground-breaking projects, providing solutions using the latest tools and technologies Progression is something we value and we will make sure that when you join us you have a clearly defined development path, supported by regular reviews, training and ongoing support to enable you to be the best you can be
