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Governance Manager
- Bristol, Bristol
- remote
- Permanent
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54000 - 56000 GBP / Yearly
- <p><strong>Governance Manager | Up to £56,000 | Bristol | Hybrid | Full or Part Time</strong></p><p>Robert Half are delighted to be partnering with Goram Homes in the recruitment of a Governance Manager to join their growing team in Bristol.</p><p><strong>The Company</strong></p><p>Goram Homes is Bristol City Council's housing company, working in partnership to deliver sustainable, market and affordable homes that create thriving communities, respect the environment and support the local economy.</p><p>As a certified B Corp, Goram Homes is committed to balancing commercial success with social and environmental impact. With over 2,000 homes currently in contract across five major developments in Bristol over the next decade, including around 1,000 affordable homes, this is an exciting opportunity to join an ambitious organisation helping to shape the future of the city.</p><p>As a small, agile business, Goram Homes values collaboration, innovation, responsibility and purpose, offering the opportunity to make a genuine impact within a values-led organisation.</p><p>The Role</p><p>Reporting to the Chief Finance Officer, the Governance Manager will play a pivotal role in ensuring the effective governance of the organisation. Acting as Company Secretary, you will work closely with the Board, Executive Team and Shareholders, providing expert governance support and ensuring the company meets all statutory and regulatory obligations.</p><p>This is a strategic and highly visible role, offering the opportunity to influence decision-making at the highest level of the organisation. You'll lead on governance, compliance and board effectiveness, ensuring robust governance frameworks are in place while supporting the continued growth of the business.</p><p>This opportunity offers genuine flexibility and would suit an experienced governance professional looking for a role that can fit around their lifestyle. The position is open on either a full-time or part-time basis, with an expectation of around two days per week in the Bristol office, alongside significant flexibility around working arrangements.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Act as Company Secretary, ensuring compliance with statutory and corporate governance requirements.</li><li>Provide high-quality governance support to the Board and its Committees, including agenda planning, board papers, minute taking and action tracking.</li><li>Coordinate the shareholder reporting cycle and manage relationships with Bristol City Council.</li><li>Lead Board recruitment, induction, effectiveness reviews and governance development.</li><li>Maintain statutory registers, governance records and Companies House filings.</li><li>Monitor legislative and regulatory developments, providing governance advice to the Board and Executive Team.</li><li>Lead compliance activities including GDPR, Freedom of Information requests, Data Protection and information governance, acting as the organisation's Data Protection Officer.</li><li>Manage the organisation's insurance programme and annual renewals.</li><li>Oversee the annual review of governance policies, committee terms of reference and reserved matters.</li><li>Support the ongoing development of the organisation's risk management framework and Board risk appetite reviews.</li><li>Lead and maintain the organisation's B Corp accreditation.</li></ul><p><strong>What We're Looking For</strong></p><ul><li>Previous experience in company secretarial, governance or corporate administration within industry, legal or professional services.</li><li>CGI/ICSA qualified, or able to demonstrate equivalent governance experience.</li><li>Strong understanding of corporate governance principles and regulatory compliance.</li><li>Excellent communication skills with the ability to build relationships confidently with Boards, senior leaders and external stakeholders.</li><li>Highly organised with exceptional attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities.</li><li>Experience preparing Board papers, taking minutes and supporting senior governance processes.</li><li>Strong Microsoft 365 skills; experience using governance management systems would be advantageous.</li><li>A proactive, collaborative approach and the confidence to work independently within a small, agile organisation.</li></ul><p><strong>What's on Offer</strong></p><ul><li>Salary up to £56,000.</li><li>28 days' annual leave plus bank holidays.</li><li>Highly flexible hybrid working, with around two days per week in the Bristol office and flexibility around working patterns.</li><li>Open to both full-time and part-time applicants, making this an excellent opportunity for experienced governance professionals seeking greater work-life balance.</li><li>The opportunity to join a purpose-driven, certified B Corp delivering one of Bristol's most significant housing programmes.</li><li>A strategic role with direct exposure to the Board and Executive Leadership Team.</li><li>A collaborative, supportive and values-led culture where your contribution will have a genuine impact.</li></ul><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/UmFjaGVsLlNoYXcuOTk2MzUuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
- 2026-07-17T13:24:53Z
Marketing Manager
- Oxford, Oxfordshire
- remote
- Permanent
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50000 - 55000 GBP / Yearly
- <p><strong>Marketing Manager<br /> Oxfordshire | Predominantly home-based with flexible working (must be able to commute to Oxford as needed) | Permanent, full-time<br /> Salary: up to £55,000 DOE</strong></p><p><strong>The Company</strong></p><p>Robert Half is proud to be working exclusively with Rock Management Services (Rock MS), based in Kidlington, Oxfordshire, to recruit a Marketing Manager to lead their marketing function.</p><p>Rock MS provides outsourced business support to organisations, predominantly within the legal sector, covering marketing, HR, IT, finance, practice management and compliance, so clients can stay lean and focused on their core business. Led by Managing Director Judy Matthews, Rock MS supports a portfolio of clients, most notably Reeds Solicitors, a top-tier UK law firm with 300 staff across 22 offices, and has also developed its own Case and Practice Management solution, Bedrock.</p><p>Rock MS's marketing services span website development, social media strategy, SEO, and legal directory submissions such as Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners, helping clients strengthen their online presence and convert enquiries into clients.</p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p>We are looking for an ambitious, commercially minded Marketing Manager with strong technical knowledge of websites, SEO and digital marketing. This is a hands-on role for someone who can develop and execute marketing strategy while also understanding what happens under the bonnet of a website - comfortable working with developers, agencies and senior stakeholders, but equally happy in Google Search Console, GA4, CMS platforms and technical SEO audits.</p><p>It's a genuinely unique position: you'll lead marketing not just for Rock MS itself, but for a portfolio of its clients, predominantly within the legal sector, including Reeds Solicitors - wearing multiple hats across different brands, campaigns and priorities, which could suit someone with an agency background. You'll lead a small team, including a Content Marketer and Social Media Assistant, and work closely with consultants across the portfolio.</p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Own the development and delivery of digital marketing strategy for Rock MS, Bedrock, Reeds Solicitors and other clients</li><li>Lead integrated marketing campaigns across digital and offline channels, managing budgets and demonstrating clear ROI</li><li>Identify opportunities to increase brand awareness, website traffic, leads and customer acquisition</li><li>Own website content, structure, navigation and user journeys from a marketing and performance perspective</li><li>Own SEO strategy and execution across the portfolio, including on-page optimisation, technical SEO, keyword research and content strategy</li><li>Monitor and report on SEO and digital performance using analytics tools, translating data into actionable recommendations</li><li>Work with developers on website improvements, using a working understanding of HTML, CSS and basic JavaScript to diagnose issues</li><li>Manage CMS platforms such as WordPress or Shopify, and conduct regular technical SEO audits</li><li>Optimise page titles, meta descriptions, headings, internal linking and content structure</li><li>Manage and develop a small team, and work closely with consultants supporting the wider function</li><li>Oversee email marketing campaigns, supplier relationships (PR, web design, PPC) and directory/award submissions</li><li>Maintain brand consistency across all marketing materials and client-facing output across multiple brands</li></ul><p><strong>About You</strong></p><ul><li>Proven experience in a marketing manager or senior marketing executive role, ideally within professional services, legal or a B2B environment</li><li>Organised and commercially focused, but also technically curious, analytical, proactive, hands-on and creative</li><li>Strong, hands-on SEO expertise, including technical SEO, on-page optimisation, keyword strategy and use of SEO tools, with a track record of improving organic performance</li><li>Confident working with data and digital analytics to measure and improve campaign and SEO performance</li><li>Experience managing multi-channel campaigns and email marketing via CRM or marketing automation tools</li><li>Good understanding of HTML and CSS</li><li>Excellent project management skills, confident managing external suppliers and senior stakeholders</li><li>A degree in marketing, business or a related field, or CIM qualification, or equivalent demonstrable experience</li></ul><p><strong>Desirable</strong></p><ul><li>Experience in legal sector marketing, including familiarity with Legal 500 or Chambers directory submissions</li><li>Experience mentoring or overseeing junior team members</li><li>Knowledge of paid media (PPC and paid social), and familiarity with design tools such as Canva or Adobe Creative Suite</li></ul><p>In summary: a commercially driven Marketing Manager who understands websites deeply, knows SEO inside out, and can turn digital activity into measurable growth.</p><p><strong>What's on Offer</strong></p><ul><li>Salary up to £55,000, depending on experience</li><li>Predominantly home-based working, with flexible schemes including compressed 4 day weeks, 9 day fortnights, TOIL and other hybrid options</li><li>Permanent, full-time role with genuine influence over marketing strategy, and a varied client portfolio spanning multiple brands within the legal sector</li><li>25 days holiday plus bank holidays, rising to 30 days with service, plus the option to purchase up to 5 additional days</li><li>Additional paid celebration day, plus discretionary days off at Christmas</li><li>Enhanced family friendly policies</li><li>Private medical healthcare, with the option to add optical and dental cover</li><li>Discounted gym membership and cycle to work scheme</li><li>A strong focus on wellbeing, including an employee assistance programme, free online counselling, mini health checks and wellbeing webinars</li><li>Ongoing training and development, and a culture built on respect and encouragement to bring forward new ideas</li></ul><p>For a confidential conversation about this role, please get in touch.</p><p> </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/UmFjaGVsLlNoYXcuMTUzMTguMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
- 2026-08-21T15:51:01Z
IT Operations Manager
- Corsham, Wiltshire
- remote
- Permanent
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75000 - 90000 GBP / Yearly
- <p>Icon Cancer Centre and Pharmaxo Group are leading healthcare providers delivering specialist services across the United Kingdom. Together, they bring a highly experienced team providing comprehensive cancer care, including medical oncology, radiation oncology, haematology, chemotherapy, research, pharmacy, theranostics and PET-CT through Icon Cancer Centre UK, alongside sterile compounding, and nursing home healthcare services through Pharmaxo. Together, Icon Cancer Centre and Pharmaxo deliver an end-to-end healthcare service for patients and partners across the UK.</p><p>We're looking for an experienced <strong>IT Operations Manager</strong> to lead IT operations across our UK business, supporting cancer centres, compounding facilities and home healthcare services. This is a key leadership role responsible for delivering reliable, secure and high-performing IT services across a complex multi-site healthcare environment.</p><p><strong>The role</strong></p><p>You'll lead IT operations across the UK, overseeing infrastructure, networks, service delivery, cloud and data centre operations, service desk, platform support, and supplier performance.</p><p>This role suits a strong operational leader with technical expertise, commercial awareness and a passion for service excellence.</p><p><strong>Key responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Lead, develop and mentor the IT Operations team across infrastructure, networks, service desk and support</li><li>Oversee day-to-day IT operations, ensuring reliable, secure and resilient services</li><li>Manage incident, problem and change processes in line with ITIL principles</li><li>Monitor and improve service performance, including SLAs, KPIs and customer satisfaction</li><li>Support business-critical platforms, including D365 and other core systems</li><li>Manage third-party vendors and service providers to meet delivery expectations</li><li>Work closely with business and technical stakeholders to align IT services with operational needs</li><li>Contribute to IT strategy, delivery planning, governance and continuous improvement</li></ul><p><strong>About you</strong></p><p>You're a confident, collaborative IT leader with strong experience in complex operational environments.</p><p><strong>Essential</strong></p><ul><li>Proven experience leading IT operations, infrastructure and service delivery teams</li><li>Strong knowledge of enterprise infrastructure, networks, servers, storage, virtualisation, backups, cloud services and systems administration</li><li>Experience with ITIL-aligned incident, problem and change management</li><li>Strong supplier, risk and budget management experience</li><li>Excellent communication, analytical and problem-solving skills</li><li>Ability to translate technical issues into practical business outcomes</li></ul><p><strong>Desirable</strong></p><ul><li>Experience in healthcare, life sciences or another regulated environment</li><li>Knowledge of UK healthcare and compliance frameworks, including NHS, DSPT, GDPR, DPIA and Cyber Essentials Plus</li><li>Experience in multi-site environments</li><li>Exposure to Microsoft D365 support</li><li>Degree in Computer Science or related field</li><li>Project management and/or leadership qualification</li></ul><p><strong>On offer </strong></p><ul><li>Salary up to £90,000</li><li>Hybrid working - office based in Corsham</li><li>Enhanced annual leave package increasing with Length of Service (25 days + bank holidays, increasing to 27 days + bank holidays after 3 years' service)</li><li>Enhanced pension contribution rates - Auto-enrolment from day 1 at basic contributions (5% employee, 4% employer) or the individual can elect to increase their contribution to 6% to which the employer will double their contribution to 8%</li><li>Access to Engage;Engage is an external platform providing employee discounts, recognition, and wellbeing support</li><li>Access to the Wellbeing Centre (Employee Assistant Programme and Occupational Health Support)</li><li>Private Medical Insurance (funded by the Company) - eligible following successful completion of a 6-month probation period; can elect to add family members to your policy at a cost (deducted via payroll)</li><li>Life Assurance - 10 x your annual salary (max of £300,000)</li></ul><p>Please note any direct and third-party applications you receive shall be sent through to Roxy Law.</p><p lang="en-US" style="margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;"> </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Um94eS5MYXcuNzY3NjIuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
- 2026-08-04T10:38:25Z
Project Infrastructure Engineer
- Corsham, Wiltshire
- remote
- Contract
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- GBP / Yearly
- <p>On Offer <br /><strong>Salary:</strong> £80,000-£90,000 DOE <br /><strong>Location:</strong> Corsham <br /><strong>Working Pattern:</strong> Full-time | Hybrid (minimum 3 days per week on-site) <br /><strong>Contract Length:</strong> 18 months </p><p>Icon Cancer Centre and Pharmaxo Group are leading healthcare providers delivering specialist services across the United Kingdom. Together, they bring a highly experienced team providing comprehensive cancer care, including medical oncology, radiation oncology, haematology, chemotherapy, research, pharmacy, theranostics and PET-CT through Icon Cancer Centre UK, alongside sterile compounding, and nursing home healthcare services through Pharmaxo. Together, Icon Cancer Centre and Pharmaxo deliver an end-to-end healthcare service for patients and partners across the UK. </p><p>We're looking for an experienced Infrastructure Project Manager to join a major expansion project at a key stage. You'll oversee the technical infrastructure delivery for a new state-of-the-art facility, working closely with suppliers and stakeholders to ensure solutions are delivered on time, to specification and to the highest standard. </p><p> </p><p><strong>The Role </strong></p><ul><li>Review infrastructure designs and technical specifications. </li><li>Work with wider teams and third-party suppliers throughout delivery. </li><li>Lead the selection and specification of infrastructure technologies. </li><li>Oversee new access control and CCTV solutions. </li><li>Ensure network infrastructure supports clean room requirements. </li><li>Maintain cabling and infrastructure standards. </li><li>Monitor project quality, compliance and delivery </li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Essential Skills & Experience </strong></p><ul><li>Strong knowledge of enterprise infrastructure and networking. </li><li>Experience specifying technical products and engaging with suppliers. </li><li>Excellent stakeholder management and project delivery skills. </li><li>Strong attention to detail. </li><li>Hands on technical experience is essential for this one, someone who can roll up their sleeves not just direct others. </li><li>Microsoft 365 experience specifically On-premises infrastructure </li><li>Cisco Meraki networking and switching </li></ul><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/c2FtLmJvc2NvbGV5LjAwMjU4LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
- 2026-08-05T08:09:22Z
Finance Business Partner
- Bristol, Bristol
- remote
- Permanent
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40000 - 45000 GBP / Yearly
- <p><strong>Finance Business Partner - Bristol & Weston Hospitals Charity</strong></p><p>Are you <strong>looking to take the next step in your finance career?</strong> Do you enjoy month-end reporting but want greater exposure to budgeting, forecasting and business partnering?</p><p>Robert Half is delighted to be partnering with <strong>Bristol & Weston Hospitals Charity</strong> in the search for a Finance Business Partner to join their collaborative finance team based in Bristol.</p><p> </p><p><strong>About Bristol & Weston Hospitals Charity</strong></p><p><strong>Bristol & Weston Hospitals Charity</strong> is the <strong>official NHS charity</strong> supporting the hospitals within the Bristol NHS Foundation Trust. Through the generosity of supporters, fundraisers and donors, the charity funds projects that go beyond what the NHS can provide, helping to enhance patient care, support pioneering research, invest in innovative medical equipment and improve the wellbeing of patients, families and NHS staff.</p><p>With a strong focus on collaboration, innovation and making a meaningful difference, this is a fantastic opportunity to join an organisation where your financial expertise will directly contribute to improving healthcare across <strong>Bristol, Weston-super-Mare and the surrounding communities.</strong></p><p>This is an exciting time to join the charity following the <strong>recent merger with Southmead Hospital Charity</strong>. As they adapt to life as a merged charity, you'll be right in the mix supporting the team and helping them establish new ways of working as they shape their future strategy.</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p>Reporting to the <strong>Director of Finance & Operations</strong>, you'll act as a trusted Finance Business Partner, supporting teams across the charity with <strong>budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis and management reporting.</strong> You'll help turn financial information into meaningful insight, enabling better decision-making across the organisation.</p><p><strong>This is a broad and varied role</strong>, combining month-end accounting responsibilities with commercial finance, business partnering and continuous improvement, making it an excellent opportunity for someone looking to <strong>broaden their experience and develop their career.</strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Support the Director of Finance & Operations to lead the annual budget and quarterly forecasting processes, collaborating with teams across the charity to build robust financial plans.</li><li>Working closely with the Data Insights Manager, provide clear financial analysis to guide decision-making, including assessing the profitability of fundraising activities</li><li>Support the Director of Finance & Operations and the Data Insights Manager to maintain and update the financial model for our lottery income</li><li>Support colleagues across the organisation with business cases and investment appraisals for new initiatives, including financial planning support for major appeals</li><li>Serve as the main point of contact for non-finance teams, helping them navigate financial queries and manage their budgets.</li><li>Identify opportunities to maximise income, improve value/efficiency and increase the impact of charitable expenditure.</li><li>Proactively look for ways to improve cross-team collaboration and streamline financial processes across the charity.</li><li>Lead on making management information accessible, straightforward, and genuinely useful for decision-makers.</li><li>Support the Financial Controller in preparing monthly management accounts and budget holder reports, including identifying any opportunities or risks against plan.</li><li>Take ownership of external financial reporting, ensuring all submissions, including those to the Gambling Commission, are accurate and on time</li><li>Help draft papers and present updates on financial performance and insights to management and relevant committees when required</li><li>Work with operational and fundraising colleagues to develop reporting which links financial performance to charitable impact and outcomes</li><li>Support evaluation of charitable funding to help demonstrate value delivered to patients, staff and hospitals.</li><li>Support the Director of Finance & Operations and Financial Controller with ad-hoc project work, while actively contributing to continuous improvement across our processes to ensure we deliver a high-performing finance service.</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>About You</strong></p><ul><li>Qualified or studying towards an accountancy qualification (CCAB or equivalent)</li><li>Previous experience in a finance role with exposure to month-end reporting and management accounts</li><li>Strong Excel skills with the ability to analyse and manipulate financial data</li><li>Confident communicating financial information to both finance and non-finance stakeholders</li><li>An analytical mindset with a proactive approach to problem solving and continuous improvement</li><li>Well organised, collaborative and keen to develop your commercial finance and business partnering skills</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Sa</strong><strong>lary & Benefits</strong></p><ul><li>Salary up to £45,000 plus study support package for CIMA/ACCA</li><li>Hybrid working - two days per week in the Bristol office (Whitefriars, Lewins Mead), with the remainder working remotely</li><li>27 days annual leave plus an additional 3 days over Christmas, birthday day and wellbeing day</li><li>Full-time (35 hours per week)</li><li>Opportunity to develop your commercial finance and business partnering experience within a supportive environment</li><li>Be part of a purpose-driven organisation that has a direct impact on patients, families and NHS staff across the region</li><li>Ongoing professional development</li></ul><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/VG9tLk1vcmdhbi44NjA4NS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
- 2026-08-04T09:17:57Z
Management Accountant
- Cardiff, Cardiff
- remote
- Permanent
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52000 - 55000 GBP / Yearly
- <p></p><p>Robert Half are excited to announce and excluisve opportunity which has arisen for a Management Accountant to join a rapidly growing and highly successful South Wales business. Having expanded significantly in recent years, the organisation continues to invest in its finance function and is now looking to strengthen the team with the addition of a newly created role.</p><p>This position offers the opportunity to work closely with senior finance leadership, supporting financial control, management reporting, cashflow forecasting, and business performance analysis. Long-term career progression is a genuine possibility, with the business committed to developing future finance leaders.</p><h2>The Opportunity</h2><p>Initially, the role will have a strong focus on management accounting and financial control, with scope to evolve into a broader commercial finance and business partnering position as the organisation continues its growth journey.</p><h3>Key Responsibilities</h3><ul><li>Preparation of monthly management accounts and reporting packs.</li><li>Balance sheet reconciliations and financial control activities.</li><li>Fixed asset register management.</li><li>Hire purchase accounting.</li><li>Payroll-related balance sheet reconciliations.</li><li>Weekly cashflow forecasting and reporting.</li><li>WIP reporting and analysis.</li><li>Variance analysis and commentary.</li><li>Board pack preparation.</li><li>Overhead allocations and group recharges.</li><li>Working closely with Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable teams.</li><li>Supporting finance process improvements and system enhancement projects.</li><li>Building strong relationships with operational stakeholders across the business.</li></ul><h2>What You'll Be Doing</h2><h3>Month-End Activities</h3><ul><li>Balance sheet reconciliations.</li><li>Fixed asset accounting.</li><li>Accruals and prepayments.</li><li>Hire purchase accounting.</li><li>Variance analysis.</li><li>Delivering management information within a 10-day month-end timetable.</li></ul><h3>Ongoing Responsibilities</h3><ul><li>Weekly cashflow forecasting.</li><li>WIP reporting and analysis.</li><li>Supporting operational teams to improve WIP conversion and cash collection.</li><li>Business partnering with multiple operational departments.</li><li>Assisting with finance transformation and system improvement initiatives.</li></ul><h2>About You</h2><p>The business is open to applications from:</p><ul><li>Qualified (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) accountants.</li><li>Part-qualified accountants actively studying.</li><li>Qualified by Experience (QBE) professionals with relevant industry background.</li></ul><h3>Essential Experience</h3><ul><li>Experience within construction, contracting, maintenance, engineering, projects or a similar project-based environment.</li><li>Strong WIP accounting knowledge.</li><li>CIS experience.</li><li>Advanced Excel skills, including Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP and XLOOKUP.</li><li>Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.</li><li>Experience producing management accounts and financial analysis.</li></ul><h3>Desirable Experience</h3><ul><li>SAP exposure.</li><li>Power BI knowledge.</li><li>Contract profitability reporting.</li><li>Housing, repairs & maintenance or social housing sector experience.</li></ul><h2>Benefits</h2><ul><li>25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.</li><li>Option to purchase up to 5 additional holidays.</li><li>Enhanced pension scheme (3% employee / 5% employer).</li><li>Free on-site parking.</li><li>Death in Service benefit.</li><li>Employee Assistance Programme.</li><li>Electric Vehicle salary sacrifice scheme.</li><li>Occupational sick pay.</li><li>Private medical cover (after qualifying service).</li><li>Hybrid working arrangement.</li></ul><h2>Career Development</h2><p>This is more than just a Management Accountant role. The position has been created to support a growing finance team and offers a clear pathway into Finance Manager and Senior Finance Manager level positions over the coming years for the right individual.</p><p>If you're looking to join an ambitious business where you can make a real impact while developing your career, we'd love to hear from you.</p><br><p> </p><p> </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/R2F2aW4uV2lsbGlhbXMuNjMwMjYuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
- 2026-09-06T14:35:50Z
Senior Group Accountant
- Corsham, Wiltshire
- remote
- Permanent
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65000 - 75000 GBP / Yearly
- <p>Robert Half is delighted to be partnering with Icon Cancer Centre and Pharmaxo Group on a Senior Group Accountant opportunity. This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious individual to join a growing healthcare organisation and play a key role in supporting the continued growth and operational performance of the business.</p><p> </p><p><strong>The Company</strong></p><p> </p><p>Icon Cancer Centre and Pharmaxo Group are leading healthcare providers delivering specialist services across the UK. Together, they bring a highly experienced team providing comprehensive cancer care, including medical oncology, radiation oncology, haematology, chemotherapy, research, pharmacy, theragnostic and PET-CT through Icon Cancer Centre UK, alongside sterile compounding, and nursing home healthcare services through Pharmaxo. Together, Icon Cancer Centre and Pharmaxo deliver an end-to-end healthcare service for patients and partners across the UK.</p><p> </p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p> </p><p>A newly created Senior Group Accountant role that will support the opening of a new site in Reading, where you will be main point of contact leading on all finance operations. The role offers broad exposure across management accounting, financial accounting, group reporting, business partnering and process improvement, making it an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their career within a commercially focused finance environment. You will work closely with the CFO and the wider UK finance team, senior leadership and operational stakeholders, providing accurate financial information and meaningful insight to support business decisions.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p> </p><ul><li>Lead the month-end close, including journals, accruals, prepayments, revenue, payroll, balance sheet reconciliations and general ledger integrity.</li><li>Prepare monthly management accounts, forecasts, budgets and performance analysis, providing clear commentary on financial results and variances.</li><li>Support group reporting, consolidation and intercompany accounting, alongside statutory reporting, year-end audit and VAT compliance.</li><li>Provide commercial and financial insight to operational stakeholders, including KPI reporting, payor analysis, pricing and contract modelling, procurement analysis and profitability reviews.</li><li>Partner with non-finance stakeholders to improve cost control, financial understanding and business performance.</li><li>Identify and implement opportunities to improve financial processes, controls, reporting and systems, supporting continuous improvement across the organisation.</li><li>Build strong relationships across Finance, Operations and senior leadership, communicating complex financial information clearly and effectively.</li><li>This role will support the UK expansion, with several centres expected to open across the country. As a result, some travel will be required as part of the role.</li><li>The office locations will be split between Corsham (Head Office) and Reading, with weekly attendance required in each location depending on priorities of the business.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>About You</strong></p><p> </p><p>We are looking for a qualified Accountant with at least four years' relevant experience who is ready to take on a broad and progressive role.</p><p> </p><p>You will ideally bring:</p><ul><li>Strong financial accounting and management accounting experience.</li><li>Qualified (ACA, ACCA or CIMA)</li><li>A good understanding of IFRS and UK GAAP, financial controls and reporting requirements.</li><li>Strong Excel and financial systems capability.</li><li>Excellent analytical skills, with the ability to turn financial data into meaningful commercial insight.</li><li>Experience of business partnering and communicating with non-finance stakeholders.</li><li>A proactive approach to process improvement and problem solving.</li><li>Excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage competing deadlines.</li><li>Experience within healthcare or a multi-site service environment would be advantageous but is not essential.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>What's on offer?</strong></p><p> </p><ul><li>£65,000 - £75,000 annual salary</li><li>Company car</li><li>Hybrid working</li><li>Annual leave of 25 days + bank holidays (increasing to 27 days after 3 years' service)</li><li>Pension - you will be auto-enrolled after 3 months of employment at 5% (with an employer contribution of 4%). You can also opt to increase your contribution to 6% to which the employer will contribute 8%.</li><li>Generous Life Assurance package (10 x salary, capped at 300k)</li><li>Access to Employee Assistance Programme, counselling service and virtual GP service</li><li>Pharmaxo Engage is our Reward & Recognition intranet which includes shopping discounts and benefits.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Why Join?</strong></p><p> </p><p>This is a newly created position offering genuine scope to shape the role, influence processes and develop alongside a growing business. You will gain exposure across the full spectrum of finance, from core financial accounting and group reporting through to commercial financial analysis, business partnering and strategic decision support.</p><p> </p><p>Furthermore, this is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to take the next step in their career and establish themselves as a key member of the finance team.</p><p> </p><p>If you're looking for a varied, challenging and progressive role where you can combine technical accounting expertise with commercial business partnering, we'd love to hear from you.</p><p> </p><p>Please note any direct and third party-applications shall be sent through to Patrick Chung at Robert Half.</p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/cGF0cmljay5jaHVuZy45OTU2OC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
- 2026-08-27T14:58:22Z
ERP Manager - NetSuite
- Ipswich, Suffolk
- remote
- Permanent
-
75000 - 850000 GBP / Yearly
- <p class="isSelectedEnd">Robert Half is exclusively representing our client in the appointment of an experienced <strong>ERP Manager</strong> to join their IT function and take ownership of a major <strong>ERP transformation programme</strong>, with a particular focus on the implementation of <strong>Oracle NetSuite</strong>.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">For at least the first year, the role will be heavily focused on the successful delivery of a <strong>NetSuite ERP implementation</strong>, working closely with the ERP Programme Lead, senior business stakeholders, implementation partners and third-party suppliers.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced <strong>NetSuite Implementation Manager, NetSuite Project Manager or ERP Manager</strong> who has previously led or played a significant role in delivering an ERP implementation and is looking for genuine ownership of a major transformation programme.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">Candidates with <strong>hands-on NetSuite implementation experience are particularly encouraged to apply</strong>. We would also consider experienced ERP implementation professionals from other major platforms who have the project leadership, stakeholder management and transformation experience required to lead a NetSuite programme.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">Reporting to the <strong>Chief Information Officer</strong>, you will take responsibility for the planning, governance, coordination and delivery of key ERP projects and workstreams, ensuring the NetSuite implementation remains on track and that risks, issues, dependencies and business readiness are effectively managed.</p><h3>The Role</h3><p class="isSelectedEnd">You will take ownership of key projects, workstreams and sub-projects within the wider ERP transformation programme, with an initial and significant focus on the <strong>NetSuite implementation</strong>.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">Key responsibilities will include:</p><ul data-spread="false"><li>Taking ownership of project delivery across the <strong>NetSuite implementation lifecycle</strong>, from planning through to implementation and go-live.</li><li>Working closely with the ERP Programme Lead, implementation partner and business stakeholders to drive successful delivery.</li><li>Developing and maintaining detailed project plans, milestones, dependencies and deliverables.</li><li>Managing project budgets, forecasts, resources and delivery timelines.</li><li>Owning <strong>RAID logs</strong>, ensuring risks, issues and dependencies are proactively identified, mitigated and resolved.</li><li>Managing and coordinating the activities of internal teams, NetSuite implementation partners and third-party suppliers.</li><li>Managing individual ERP workstreams and sub-projects, ensuring alignment with the wider transformation programme.</li><li>Supporting requirements gathering, scope definition, solution design and delivery planning with business and technical stakeholders.</li><li>Preparing project status reports, Steering Committee packs and executive-level updates.</li><li>Monitoring implementation progress and proactively managing escalations, actions and dependencies.</li><li>Supporting business readiness, change management, training and user adoption activities ahead of go-live.</li><li>Coordinating internal resource allocation and workload planning across project teams.</li><li>Developing and delivering project communications to ensure stakeholders remain informed throughout the transformation.</li><li>Maintaining strong project governance, documentation and reporting standards.</li></ul><h3>About You</h3><p class="isSelectedEnd">We are looking for an experienced <strong>ERP Manager / ERP Project Manager / Implementation Manager</strong> with a proven track record of delivering ERP implementations or significant technology transformation programmes.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd"><strong>Previous NetSuite implementation experience is highly desirable</strong>, particularly experience managing or coordinating a NetSuite implementation, rollout, migration or significant transformation.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">You will ideally bring:</p><ul data-spread="false"><li>Proven experience managing <strong>ERP implementations</strong>, ideally with <strong>Oracle NetSuite</strong>.</li><li>Experience leading ERP projects from planning and requirements through to implementation and go-live.</li><li>Strong project planning, governance, budget and resource management experience.</li><li>Experience working with ERP implementation partners, system integrators and third-party suppliers.</li><li>The ability to manage multiple ERP workstreams, stakeholders and competing priorities.</li><li>Strong understanding of business transformation and the organisational change associated with ERP implementations.</li><li>Experience producing project reporting and presentations for senior leadership and Steering Committees.</li><li>Excellent stakeholder management skills, with the confidence to engage across both technical and non-technical teams.</li><li>A structured, proactive and delivery-focused approach.</li><li>Strong communication, organisation and problem-solving skills.</li></ul><h3> </h3><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/SmFtZXMuRGF2aWVzLjUyNzM3LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
- 2026-09-10T12:15:43Z
Senior Reporting Manager
- Ipswich, Suffolk
- remote
- Permanent
-
95000 - 105000 GBP / Yearly
- <p><strong>Senior Reporting Manager (Project Controls / PMO) | Major Infrastructure Programme | Ipswich (Hybrid - 2 Days per Week in the office) | £95,000-£105,000</strong></p><p> </p><p>Robert Half are partnering with one of the UK's most significant infrastructure and energy organisations, delivering a nationally critical construction programme that will shape the UK's long-term energy future.</p><p>An exceptional opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Reporting Manager to join the Project Controls leadership team. This is a senior role within a £2 billion programme, working closely with Project Controls, Planning, Cost, Risk, Change, Commercial, Delivery and senior leadership.</p><p>We are seeking candidates with strong experience working on major infrastructure, construction, engineering or capital investment programmes. Experience within programmes such as HS2, Hinkley Point C, major rail, energy or other nationally significant infrastructure projects would be highly relevant.</p><p>This is an opportunity to build and shape a reporting function from the ground up. The environment is developing, with processes, reporting cycles and ways of working requiring significant improvement and standardisation.</p><p> </p><p><strong>About the Role</strong></p><p>* Lead and establish the reporting function across a £2 billion infrastructure programme.</p><p>* Own the end-to-end reporting process, from data collection and validation through to analysis and senior management reporting.</p><p>* Establish reporting processes, month-end calendars, reporting cycles and governance.</p><p>* Produce and oversee executive-level reports, dashboards and performance packs.</p><p>* Work with Project Controls, Planning, Cost, Risk, Change, Commercial and Delivery teams to ensure accurate and timely reporting.</p><p>* Improve data quality and identify gaps across the reporting process.</p><p>* Lead the move from manual reporting towards automated and digitally enabled reporting.</p><p>* Work with data platform and data lake teams whilst maintaining a strong understanding of Project Controls and construction.</p><p>* Translate complex project data into meaningful insight, including leading and lagging performance indicators.</p><p>* Lead and develop a reporting team, driving accuracy and continuous improvement.</p><p> </p><p><strong>What We're Looking For</strong></p><p>* Significant experience within Project Controls, PMO, reporting or programme controls across complex major projects.</p><p>* Ideally 10+ years' experience within Project Controls, with at least 5 years at a senior level and experience leading teams.</p><p>* Proven experience leading or establishing a reporting function within a complex programme.</p><p>* Current or recent experience working on a major infrastructure or construction programme is highly desirable.</p><p>* Strong understanding of Planning, Cost, Risk and Change Management.</p><p>* Experience producing executive-level reports, dashboards and management information.</p><p>* Strong understanding of the end-to-end reporting process and data journey.</p><p>* Experience establishing reporting processes and cycles within developing or immature environments.</p><p>* Strong construction, infrastructure or major capital project experience. This is not a pure IT or Data role.</p><p>* Strong Excel and Power BI skills, with experience in data visualisation and reporting automation.</p><p>* Strong data literacy and ability to challenge data quality and produce meaningful insight.</p><p>* Excellent communication, presentation and stakeholder management skills.</p><p>* Resilient, pragmatic and comfortable working in challenging environments.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Here's What's Waiting for You</strong></p><p>* £95,000-£105,000 base salary</p><p>* Annual bonus of up to 10%</p><p>* Pension contribution of up to 7.5% employee / 15% employer</p><p>* Private medical cover</p><p>* 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays, rising to 30 days after 5 years</p><p>* Flexible benefits allowance of £1,500</p><p>* Hybrid working with flexibility between London and Ipswich</p><p>* 2 days per week on site in Ipswich</p><p>* Opportunity to work on one of the UK's most important infrastructure projects</p><p> </p><p><strong>Why Join This Business</strong></p><p>This is a rare opportunity to take ownership of the reporting function within a £2 billion programme at one of the UK's most significant infrastructure projects.</p><p>The reporting environment is still developing, creating genuine scope to establish processes, introduce structure and build the reporting capability from the ground up. You will have significant influence over how reporting operates, how data is managed and how programme performance is presented to senior leadership.</p><p>The organisation is moving from a highly manual reporting environment towards a more automated and digitally enabled future. You will play a key role in improving data quality, strengthening the reporting journey and establishing the foundations for automated management information.</p><p>For an experienced Project Controls or reporting professional who wants to build something, take ownership and make a tangible difference, this role offers exceptional exposure and the opportunity to shape reporting across one of Europe's largest infrastructure programmes.</p><p>To be appointed to this role, you will need to meet the criteria for Security Vetting, which will, ordinarily, require you to have been a resident of the UK for at least three of the past five years.</p><p> </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/T2xpdmVyLldvbmcuMTk2MzQuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
- 2026-09-04T14:50:22Z
Associate Director Data & AI Architect
- City of London, London
- remote
- Contract
-
650 - 750 GBP / Daily
- <p>Associate Director - Data & AI Consulting</p><p><strong>Robert Half is supporting a client in the search for an experienced Associate Director - Data & AI Consulting to join a growing Data & AI function delivering enterprise-scale transformation programmes. </strong>This is a highly client-facing consulting role suited to individuals with a strong consulting background who can combine strategic advisory, stakeholder management, business development and delivery leadership across Data, Analytics, Cloud and AI engagements.</p><p>You will act as a trusted advisor to clients, helping shape transformation roadmaps, develop propositions, support sales opportunities and oversee successful programme delivery.</p><p><strong>Assignment Details</strong></p><ul><li>Initial 6-month contract with strong likelihood of extension and tmep to perm</li><li>London / Hybrid working</li><li>Competitive day rate</li><li>ASAP start</li></ul><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Lead client engagements across Data, AI and Cloud transformation initiatives</li><li>Act as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders and executive sponsors</li><li>Support business development, proposals, pursuits and client growth activities</li><li>Provide leadership across complex consulting engagements from discovery through delivery</li><li>Shape Data & AI strategies, operating models and transformation roadmaps</li><li>Support practice growth, capability development and team mentoring</li><li>Work closely with delivery teams to ensure successful client outcomes</li></ul><p><strong>Required Experience</strong></p><ul><li>Strong consulting background within a recognised consultancy</li><li>Experience operating at Senior Manager or Associate Director level</li><li>Proven track record leading enterprise transformation programmes</li><li>Strong stakeholder management and executive engagement skills</li><li>Experience supporting sales, bids, proposals and business development activities</li><li>Ability to bridge business strategy and technical delivery</li><li>Experience leading multidisciplinary consulting teams</li></ul><p>Preferred Background</p><ul><li>Data & AI Consulting</li><li>Cloud Transformation</li><li>Enterprise Data Platforms</li><li>Data Strategy</li><li>Analytics & Business Intelligence</li><li>Microsoft Data & AI ecosystem</li><li>Digital Transformation programmes</li></ul><p><strong>Ideal Consulting Background</strong></p><p>Candidates from organisations such as Accenture, NTT DATA, Capgemini, IBM Consulting, Cognizant, Deloitte, EY, PwC, KPMG, Avanade, Slalom, Reply, BJSS, Eviden, TCS, Wipro and similar consulting environments are particularly encouraged to apply.</p><p><strong>Nice to Have</strong></p><ul><li>Data, Cloud or AI certifications</li><li>Experience within Financial Services, Retail, Utilities or Manufacturing sectors</li><li>Exposure to AI, GenAI and modern data platform transformation programmes</li><li>Experience building and scaling consulting capabilities or practices</li><li><strong>This opportunity is ideal for an experienced Senior Manager seeking a step into Associate Director level, or an existing Associate Director looking to join a growing and entrepreneurial consulting environment.</strong></li></ul><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Tmljb2xhcy5HZW9yZ2lvdS40Mjk0MC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
- 2026-08-11T08:32:21Z
HR Change Manager
- Birmingham, West Midlands
- remote
- Temporary
-
400 - 500 GBP / Daily
- <p><strong>HR Change Manager</strong></p><p>📍 <strong>Birmingham City Centre</strong><br /> 🏠 <strong>Hybrid Working | 2-3 Days per Week in the Office</strong><br /> 💷 <strong>£400-£500 per day (Outside IR35)</strong><br /> 📅 <strong>Start Date: Asap</strong></p><p><strong>Lead a High-Profile Public Sector Transformation Programme</strong></p><p>An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced <strong>HR Change Manager</strong> to support a major public sector transformation programme involving the integration of employees into a larger regional organisation.</p><p>Reporting directly to a senior executive stakeholder, you will play a critical role in helping to manage the people aspects of a complex organisational change initiative. This includes workforce transition planning, TUPE activity, stakeholder engagement, governance, and delivering a clear and effective communications strategy throughout the programme lifecycle.</p><p>This is a highly visible position requiring someone who can operate confidently with senior leadership teams while remaining hands-on in driving day-to-day project delivery.</p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p>You will be responsible for supporting the successful transfer and integration of employees into a larger organisation, ensuring staff remain informed, engaged, and supported throughout the process.</p><p>The role combines elements of HR change management, project management, governance, communications, stakeholder engagement, and workforce planning.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Lead and coordinate all people-related aspects of the transformation programme.</li><li>Manage workforce transition activities, including TUPE consultation processes.</li><li>Develop and deliver comprehensive change management and communication plans.</li><li>Create and maintain governance structures, reporting frameworks, and programme documentation.</li><li>Support senior leaders in navigating organisational and workforce change.</li><li>Build strong relationships with executive stakeholders and key decision-makers.</li><li>Ensure employees are effectively informed, engaged, and supported throughout the transition.</li><li>Coordinate consultation activity, staff briefings, engagement sessions, and communications.</li><li>Track programme milestones, risks, decisions, and dependencies.</li><li>Produce regular updates and reports for senior stakeholders and governance groups.</li><li>Work closely with HR, legal, operational, and transformation teams to ensure successful delivery.</li></ul><p><strong>About You</strong></p><p>We are seeking a credible and pragmatic HR change professional who can quickly establish trust with senior stakeholders while maintaining a strong focus on delivery.</p><p>You will be comfortable working in a complex public sector environment and have a proven track record of successfully managing workforce change programmes.</p><p><strong>Essential Experience</strong></p><ul><li>Significant experience in HR change management and organisational transformation.</li><li>Strong knowledge and practical experience of TUPE transfers and workforce consultation.</li><li>Experience working within Local Government.</li><li>Demonstrable experience engaging with Executive, Director, Chief Executive, or Board-level stakeholders.</li><li>Strong project management and governance experience.</li><li>Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.</li><li>Ability to manage complex change programmes from planning through to implementation.</li><li>A hands-on approach with strong organisational and delivery skills.</li></ul><p><strong>Desirable Experience</strong></p><ul><li>Experience supporting organisational mergers, integrations, or service consolidations.</li><li>Experience working within large, matrixed, or politically sensitive environments.</li><li>Project Management and/or Change Management qualifications.</li></ul><p><strong>What's on Offer?</strong></p><ul><li>Opportunity to play a key role in a large-scale public sector transformation programme.</li><li>Significant stakeholder exposure and influence.</li><li>Hybrid working arrangement with flexibility.</li><li>Competitive day rate or fixed-term contract package.</li><li>The chance to make a lasting impact on a complex and high-profile change initiative.</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/QW50aG9ueS5DbGFyay40ODg3Ni4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
- 2026-08-21T14:58:04Z
Project Manager - IT
- Southampton, Hampshire
- remote
- Contract
-
- GBP / Yearly
- <p><strong>Project Manager - LabVantage LIMS Implementation (Outside IR35)</strong></p><p>We're looking for an experienced <strong>Project Manager</strong> to lead a critical <strong>LabVantage LIMS implementation</strong> within a highly regulated life sciences environment.</p><p>This role requires someone who has successfully delivered LIMS projects and can operate effectively in <strong>GxP and GMP-regulated environments</strong>, where <strong>data integrity, compliance, and patient safety</strong> are central to the programme's success.</p><h3>Key Requirements</h3><ul><li>Proven experience delivering <strong>LIMS implementation projects</strong></li><li>Experience with <strong>LabVantage LIMS</strong></li><li>Strong understanding of <strong>GxP and GMP</strong> regulations</li><li>Experience managing complex stakeholder groups across business and technical teams</li><li>Track record of delivering projects in highly regulated environments</li></ul><h3>Contract Details</h3><ul><li><strong>6-month initial contract</strong></li><li><strong>Outside IR35</strong></li><li>Potential for a <strong>multi-year engagement</strong>, with further European and US projects planned following the initial implementation</li><li>Competitive day rate</li></ul><p>This is an excellent opportunity to join a high-profile programme with significant scope beyond the initial phase, supporting a global rollout in an environment where quality, compliance, and patient safety are critical.</p><p>If you'd like to learn more, please get in touch.</p><p> </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/c2FtLmJvc2NvbGV5Ljk1MDI5LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
- 2026-08-13T12:11:41Z
Finance Transformation Lead
- Cardiff, Cardiff
- remote
- Contract
-
500 - 1000 GBP / Yearly
- <h1>Finance Transformation Lead </h1><h1>BST11 ERP - Finance Transformation</h1><h2>About the Role</h2><p>We are looking for an experienced <strong>BST11 Project Manager</strong> to play a key role in a major <strong>BST11 ERP and Finance transformation programme</strong>.</p><p>The role will provide strong <strong>project management, PMO governance and delivery leadership</strong>, with a particular focus on the Finance ERP workstream.</p><p>Working across <strong>Finance, Technology, Operations, Project Management and external implementation partners</strong>, you will ensure the programme is effectively planned, governed and delivered against agreed scope, timelines, budget and quality standards.</p><h2>Key Responsibilities</h2><h3>ERP Project Management</h3><ul><li>Lead and coordinate BST11 ERP projects and workstreams through the full project lifecycle.</li><li>Develop and maintain integrated project plans, milestones, dependencies and critical paths.</li><li>Manage scope, schedule, budget, resources, risks and issues.</li><li>Coordinate ERP configuration, integrations, data migration, testing, training, cutover and go-live.</li><li>Work closely with implementation partners and internal technology teams.</li><li>Drive actions, decisions and dependencies through to resolution.</li><li>Support post-go-live stabilisation and transition to BAU.</li></ul><h3>Finance ERP Transformation</h3><p>Work closely with Finance stakeholders and SMEs across:</p><ul><li>General Ledger</li><li>Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable</li><li>Project Accounting</li><li>Billing and Invoicing</li><li>Revenue and Cost Management</li><li>Cash Management</li><li>Financial Reporting</li><li>Management Accounting</li><li>Project Profitability</li><li>Forecasting</li><li>Time and Expense</li><li>Financial Controls and Reconciliations</li></ul><p>Ensure Finance requirements are clearly defined, prioritised and translated into effective BST11 ERP solutions.</p><h3>PMO & Governance</h3><ul><li>Establish and maintain robust PMO governance.</li><li>Own RAID, dependency, decision and action logs.</li><li>Produce weekly and monthly programme reporting.</li><li>Prepare Steering Committee and Programme Board materials.</li><li>Track budget, forecast, resources and delivery performance.</li><li>Manage change control and scope governance.</li><li>Provide clear visibility of programme progress, risks, issues and delivery confidence.</li><li>Ensure project documentation and governance standards are consistently maintained.</li></ul><h3>About You</h3><h3>Essential Experience</h3><ul><li>Proven experience as an <strong>ERP Project Manager, ERP PMO Lead or Senior PMO professional</strong>.</li><li>Strong experience delivering <strong>Finance ERP implementations or transformation programmes</strong>.</li><li>Experience working in a project-driven organisation, ideally within <strong>AEC, engineering, environmental consulting, professional services or consulting</strong>.</li><li>Strong understanding of Finance processes and project accounting.</li><li>Experience managing complex projects with multiple business and technology workstreams.</li><li>Strong project governance, planning and reporting capability.</li><li>Experience managing risks, issues, dependencies, scope and change.</li><li>Experience with data migration, testing, integrations and ERP go-live.</li><li>Experience working with implementation partners and third-party suppliers.</li><li>Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.</li></ul><h3>Desirable Experience</h3><ul><li><strong>Direct BST11 ERP experience</strong></li><li>BST11 Finance implementation</li><li>BST11 Project and Billing functionality</li><li>BST11 integrations and data migration</li><li>ERP implementation within an AEC environment</li><li>Finance transformation</li><li>Project accounting</li><li>Power BI / management reporting</li><li>ERP systems integration</li><li>PRINCE2, PMP, AgilePM or equivalent</li></ul><h2>The Person</h2><p>We are looking for someone who is:</p><ul><li><strong>Delivery focused</strong> - drives activity and achieves outcomes.</li><li><strong>Highly organised</strong> - manages complex plans and competing priorities.</li><li><strong>Commercially aware</strong> - understands budgets, forecasts and resource requirements.</li><li><strong>Finance savvy</strong> - understands Finance processes within a project-based business.</li><li><strong>Technically credible</strong> - able to work effectively with ERP, data and integration teams.</li><li><strong>A strong communicator</strong> - communicates clearly with technical and business audiences.</li><li><strong>Confident with senior stakeholders</strong> - able to influence, challenge and escalate.</li><li><strong>Solutions focused</strong> - proactively resolves issues and removes delivery obstacles.</li></ul><h2>Why Join?</h2><p>This is an exciting opportunity to play a central role in a significant <strong>BST11 ERP and Finance transformation programme</strong>.</p><p>You will work at the intersection of <strong>Finance, Technology and Project Operations</strong>, helping to deliver improved processes, better financial visibility and a more integrated approach to managing projects and business performance.</p><h3>Apply</h3><p>If you are an experienced <strong>ERP PMO / Project Manager with Finance ERP expertise</strong> and are looking for a high-profile transformation opportunity, we would like to hear from you.</p><p><strong>Apply now to join the BST11 ERP transformation programme.</strong></p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/UGF0cmljay5Nb3JnYW4uMTc0MjIuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
- 2026-09-08T15:50:09Z
Project Manager - Actuarial
- London, London
- remote
- Contract
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550 - 750 GBP / Daily
- <p><strong>Actuarial Project Manager | Transformation | Change Delivery | Hybrid - London City</strong></p><p> </p><p>We're looking for an experienced <strong>Actuarial Project Manager</strong> to lead the delivery of complex change initiatives across actuarial, finance, risk and technology teams.</p><p>This role will involve managing projects from initiation through to implementation, ensuring successful delivery of business-critical change within a highly regulated environment.</p><p> </p><p><strong>We're interested in candidates with experience in:</strong></p><ul><li>Managing actuarial change projects and transformation initiatives.</li><li>Coordinating delivery across actuarial, finance, risk and technology functions.</li><li>Actuarial model migrations and system implementations (e.g. Prophet, RAFM, MG-ALFA or similar platforms).</li><li>Regulatory change, including Solvency II, Internal Model developments and reporting enhancements.</li><li>Improving actuarial processes, reporting capabilities, data management and governance frameworks.</li><li>Leading business readiness activities, testing, implementation planning and go-live delivery.</li><li>Managing complex stakeholder groups and delivering outcomes across multiple teams.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Ideal background:</strong></p><ul><li>Proven experience delivering actuarial or finance-related projects.</li><li>Strong understanding of actuarial processes, modelling and reporting environments.</li><li>Excellent project management and stakeholder management skills.</li><li>Experience working in a regulated financial services environment.</li></ul><p> </p><p>This is a great opportunity for an experienced <strong>Actuarial Project Manager</strong> to play a key role in delivering impactful change and supporting the evolution of actuarial capabilities.</p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/VGFobWluYS5NYW1ldG92YS41NDUyMS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
- 2026-09-08T14:39:12Z
Reporting Manager
- City of London, London
- remote
- Permanent
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60000 - 65000 GBP / Yearly
- <p><strong>Reporting Manager (Permanent Role) | Major Infrastructure & Energy | Central London (Hybrid - 2 Days per Week in Office) | £65,000</strong></p><p> </p><p>Robert Half are partnering with one of the UK's most significant infrastructure and energy organisations, delivering a nationally critical construction programme that will shape the UK's long-term energy future.</p><p>An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Reporting Manager to join the reporting function. This is a highly collaborative role, working across multiple teams and stakeholders to coordinate inputs, challenge information, produce accurate reporting and turn complex data into clear insight for senior leadership.</p><p>We are looking for an organised, proactive and confident reporting professional who enjoys working with people, coordinating multiple workstreams and ensuring high-quality information is delivered on time. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a Project Controls background to develop their career within one of the UK's most important infrastructure programmes.</p><p> </p><p><strong>About the Role</strong></p><p>* Support the Reporting Lead in implementing and maintaining robust reporting processes.</p><p>* Coordinate stakeholders and workstreams to ensure required information is received accurately and on time, particularly through the month-end reporting cycle.</p><p>* Review, sense-check and challenge reporting inputs before they are incorporated into final reports.</p><p>* Work closely with data analysts and technical teams to ensure complex datasets are properly analysed and interpreted.</p><p>* Translate data into clear reports, dashboards, charts, tables and insightful management information.</p><p>* Develop high-quality reporting narratives tailored to different stakeholder requirements.</p><p>* Support the production of assured reporting for senior leadership and Board-level stakeholders.</p><p>* Identify opportunities to improve reporting processes, data quality and efficiency through digital solutions and automation.</p><p>* Work with Power BI, Smartsheet and Power Apps, engaging effectively with technical teams without needing to be a Power BI developer.</p><p>* Build strong relationships across Project Controls and wider business functions.</p><p>* Support changes to reporting processes and help stakeholders adopt new ways of working.</p><p> </p><p><strong>What We're Looking For</strong></p><p> </p><p>* Experience within reporting, Project Controls, PMO or a similar coordination-focused environment.</p><p>* Strong understanding of Project Controls structures including WBS, CBS and OBS.</p><p>* Experience coordinating stakeholders and bringing together information from different teams to meet reporting deadlines.</p><p>* Strong attention to detail, with the ability to review, challenge and sense-check information.</p><p>* Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with confidence engaging senior stakeholders.</p><p>* Ability to develop clear reporting narratives and translate complex information into actionable insight.</p><p>* Proactive attitude with the confidence to take ownership and drive tasks through to completion.</p><p>* Comfortable working in changing environments and supporting new processes and digital solutions.</p><p>* Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.</p><p>* Good understanding of data and reporting tools, with Power BI experience desirable.</p><p>* Comfortable engaging with technical and data teams.</p><p>* Experience within infrastructure, construction, engineering or major projects would be advantageous.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Here's What's Waiting for You</strong></p><p> </p><p>* £65,000 base salary</p><p>* 5% annual bonus</p><p>* Generous contributory pension scheme (up to 7.5% employee / up to 15% employer)</p><p>* Private medical cover</p><p>* 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays, rising to 30 days after 5 years</p><p>* Hybrid working with 2 days per week in the London office</p><p>* Opportunity to work on one of the UK's most important infrastructure projects</p><p>* Excellent career development within a growing organisation</p><p> </p><p><strong>Why Join This Business</strong></p><p> </p><p>This is an excellent opportunity to join one of the UK's most significant energy infrastructure projects at an exciting stage of its development.</p><p>The Reporting Manager will sit at the heart of the reporting process, coordinating information across multiple teams, challenging inputs and ensuring senior stakeholders receive accurate and timely insight.</p><p>The role would suit someone who is organised, proactive and confident dealing with people, with the ability to manage multiple moving parts while maintaining a high standard of accuracy. You will gain exposure to senior leadership and Board-level reporting whilst working alongside experienced Project Controls, data and technical teams.</p><p>For someone looking to develop their career within a major infrastructure programme, this role offers excellent exposure, responsibility and the opportunity to play a key role in the continued development of the reporting function.</p><p>To be appointed to this role, you will need to meet the criteria for Security Vetting, which will, ordinarily, require you to have been a resident of the UK for at least three of the past five years.</p><p> </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/T2xpdmVyLldvbmcuMjgxMTkuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
- 2026-09-04T15:01:56Z
Director of Finance & Operations
- Bristol, Bristol
- remote
- Contract
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75000 - 75000 GBP / Yearly
- <p>Robert Half is exclusively partnering with a well-established Bristol-based charity to appoint a Director of Finance & Operations, covering maternity leave.</p><p>You'll sit on the Senior Management Team, act as strategic lead for finance, operations and grant-making, and report directly to the CEO - equally comfortable in the Boardroom and close to operational detail.</p><p><strong>Location: </strong>Bristol - hybrid 2 days onsite.</p><p><strong>Salary: </strong>Circa £75,000</p><p><strong>Reporting to: </strong>Chief Executive Officer</p><p><strong>Duration</strong>: 12 month FTC</p><p><strong>Direct reports: </strong>Financial Controller, Head of Grants, Head of Operations</p><p> </p><p>The charity has recently been through a merger, and this role will help steer the resulting change programme, including a finance system implementation already in flight.</p><p><strong>What You'll Do:</strong></p><ul><li>Own budgeting, forecasting, management accounts and month-end close, reporting into the Finance & Grants and Audit Committees.</li><li>Lead risk, governance and policy - including company secretary duties and Board/committee papers.</li><li>Act as HR lead, overseeing payroll, pay and staff wellbeing. Manage two investment portfolios and a portfolio of let properties, including rent reviews and lease renewals.</li><li>Run the year-end audit and SORP-compliant statutory accounts.</li><li>Oversee IT and operational projects, and line-manage a Financial Controller, Head of Operations and Head of Grants - a team currently settling into some new appointments.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>About You:</strong></p><ul><li>Qualified accountant with senior/Director-level experience in the charity sector - essential, to hit the ground running.</li><li>Confident presenting to Trustees and Boards, and translating finance for non-finance audiences.</li><li>Strong, adaptable people leader - comfortable managing a varied team through a period of change.</li><li>Working knowledge of charity SORP and UK charity governance.</li></ul><p> </p><p>For more information or to apply, please contact Hannah Curnow on 01179 935459 or apply directly to this advert.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/aGFubmFoLmN1cm5vdy4yNDYxNy4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
- 2026-09-03T16:08:48Z
Finance Director
- Trafford, Greater Manchester
- remote
- Permanent
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115000 - 120000 GBP / Yearly
- <p>Finance Director | Onsite (5 days a week) | Trafford Park | Paying upto £120,000</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">Robert Half is partnering with a well-established and highly respected construction business to appoint a Finance Director.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">This is a key board-level appointment within a growing, privately owned organisation that has built an outstanding reputation across the UK through its commitment to operational excellence, long-term client relationships and successful project delivery.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">The successful candidate will be a commercially minded Finance Director who enjoys being close to the operation, influencing strategic decisions and helping drive business performance. This role offers a genuine opportunity to shape the future direction of the business while leading a capable finance team and partnering closely with the Managing Director and senior leadership team.</p><h3>The Opportunity</h3><p class="isSelectedEnd">As Finance Director, you will take ownership of the finance function whilst acting as a trusted adviser to the Board. You will provide robust financial leadership, commercial insight and strategic support to ensure the business continues to achieve its growth ambitions.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">This is a hands-on leadership role requiring someone who is equally comfortable in the boardroom, reviewing financial performance, as they are supporting operational teams, improving processes and driving change across the organisation.</p><h3>Key Responsibilities</h3><ul data-spread="false"><li>Lead and develop the finance function, ensuring high standards of financial control, governance and reporting.</li><li>Provide strategic financial leadership to the Board and senior management team.</li><li>Deliver accurate monthly management accounts, forecasts, budgets and board reporting.</li><li>Drive commercial decision-making through insightful financial analysis and business partnering.</li><li>Manage cash flow, working capital and banking relationships.</li><li>Lead budgeting, forecasting and long-term financial planning processes.</li><li>Support business growth initiatives, investment decisions and strategic projects.</li><li>Enhance financial systems, reporting capabilities and internal controls.</li><li>Oversee statutory accounts, audit processes, tax compliance and regulatory requirements.</li><li>Develop strong relationships with external stakeholders including auditors, banks, insurers and advisers.</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve profitability, operational efficiency and business performance.</li></ul><h3>About You</h3><p class="isSelectedEnd">We're interested in speaking with commercially focused finance leaders who combine strong technical expertise with a pragmatic, solutions-driven approach.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">You will ideally have:</p><ul data-spread="false"><li>ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualification.</li><li>Previous experience operating at Finance Director, Head of Finance or senior financial leadership level.</li><li>Experience within construction, engineering, infrastructure, manufacturing, logistics, contracting or project-based environments.</li><li>Strong commercial acumen with the ability to influence and challenge senior stakeholders.</li><li>Proven experience leading finance teams and driving business improvement initiatives.</li><li>Strong forecasting, cash flow management and financial planning capabilities.</li><li>Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.</li><li>A hands-on approach and the ability to thrive within a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.</li></ul><h3>Why Apply?</h3><p class="isSelectedEnd">This is an opportunity to join a successful business with a strong market reputation, ambitious growth plans and a leadership team that values finance as a key driver of performance. You'll play a pivotal role in shaping strategy, supporting operational excellence and helping deliver the next phase of the company's growth journey.</p><p>For a confidential discussion, please apply or contact us directly.</p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/S2lyc3R5LldvcmRlbi4wNjU2Ny4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
- 2026-08-03T15:34:42Z
Finance Manager
- Cobham, Surrey
- remote
- Contract
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60000 - 67000 GBP / Yearly
- <p><strong>Senior Management Accountant / Finance Manager</strong></p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Cobham, Surrey<br /> <strong>Salary:</strong> £60,000 - £67,000 + £3,000 completion bonus<br /> <strong>Duration:</strong> 3-month initial contract, with potential for extension<br /> <strong>Working Pattern:</strong> Full-time, Monday to Friday, office-based</p><p><strong>About the Role</strong></p><p>We are looking for an experienced <strong>Senior Management Accountant / Finance Manager</strong> to take ownership of key financial reporting, cash flow management and commercial finance activities within a growing business.</p><p>This is a hands-on role that would suit a senior accountant who is either professionally qualified or has gained strong equivalent experience through their career. You will work closely with senior leadership, providing accurate financial insight, supporting decision-making and ensuring strong visibility of cash flow, project performance and profitability.</p><p>The initial contract is for <strong>3 months</strong>, with the potential for an extension depending on business requirements. Any extension beyond the initial period is currently <strong>not guaranteed</strong>.</p><p>The successful candidate will initially be expected to work <strong>five days per week on site</strong> to establish themselves within the business, understand the operations and build strong relationships across the team. Once settled and fully embedded, there may be an opportunity to move to <strong>four days per week on site</strong>, subject to performance and business requirements.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Plan and schedule finance activity, ensuring key deadlines and priorities are managed effectively.</li><li>Manage customer invoicing schedules and proactively follow up outstanding payments.</li><li>Review supplier payment requirements and prepare payment schedules for approval.</li><li>Complete bank reconciliations, review nominal ledger coding and reconcile supplier accounts.</li><li>Monitor timesheets and project hours, ensuring recorded hours are accurate and projects remain within agreed budgets.</li><li>Monitor project profitability, identifying potential losses or financial risks and ensuring these are reflected within cash flow forecasts.</li><li>Maintain accurate and up-to-date cash flow forecasts, including actual, projected and extended cash flow.</li><li>Analyse cash flow performance and identify potential cash flow pressures.</li><li>Review project timelines, expected payment dates and pipeline activity to ensure cash flow forecasts remain accurate.</li><li>Prepare schedules for significant upcoming payments, including VAT, PAYE and Corporation Tax, and assess their impact on cash flow.</li><li>Update and analyse the sales/project pipeline, identifying opportunities to improve cash generation.</li><li>Prepare regular financial analysis and reporting for senior leadership meetings.</li><li>Produce monthly management accounts, including P&L reporting, actuals, projections and extended forecasts.</li><li>Prepare and maintain detailed project cost, hours and profitability reporting.</li><li>Produce KPI reporting covering project gains and losses, suppliers, purchase orders, project timescales, hours and margins.</li><li>Prepare referral fee reporting.</li><li>Support the preparation of project costings, pricing, proposals and commercial "ballparks".</li><li>Provide financial analysis and support on ad-hoc commercial and finance projects.</li><li>Attend regular cash flow and management meetings, presenting financial analysis and highlighting key areas requiring attention.</li><li>Follow up on actions arising from financial and management meetings.</li><li>Prepare, review and submit quarterly VAT returns.</li><li>Work closely with senior stakeholders to provide clear, commercially focused financial insight and recommendations.</li></ul><p><strong>The Ideal Candidate</strong></p><p>The role would suit an experienced <strong>Senior Management Accountant, Finance Manager or Commercial Accountant</strong> who enjoys operating in a hands-on environment and taking ownership of the numbers.</p><p>You will ideally have:</p><ul><li>Strong management accounting experience.</li><li>Experience producing P&L accounts and management information.</li><li>Strong cash flow forecasting and analysis experience.</li><li>Experience with budgeting and financial forecasting.</li><li>Excellent attention to detail and reconciliation skills.</li><li>Strong commercial awareness and the ability to understand project profitability.</li><li>Confidence analysing financial data and presenting key findings to senior stakeholders.</li><li>The ability to work independently and take ownership of deadlines and deliverables.</li><li>Strong Excel and financial systems experience.</li><li>Experience working within a project-based environment would be advantageous.</li></ul><p><strong>ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualification is desirable, but candidates who are qualified through experience will also be considered.</strong></p><p><strong>What's on Offer</strong></p><ul><li><strong>£60,000 - £67,000 salary</strong></li><li><strong>£3,000 completion bonus</strong></li><li><strong>3-month initial contract</strong></li><li>Potential for extension, subject to business requirements</li><li>Full-time, Monday to Friday</li><li>Initially <strong>5 days per week on site</strong></li><li>Potential to move to <strong>4 days per week on site</strong> once fully established</li><li>A broad, commercially focused finance position with significant ownership and exposure to senior leadership</li></ul><p>This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced finance professional who can quickly take ownership of the finance function, provide robust financial analysis and make an immediate commercial impact.</p><p> </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/TWF4LkNvdXJ0bmFnZS42NzA3Ny4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
- 2026-08-25T14:31:38Z
Finance Director
- Manchester, Greater Manchester
- remote
- Permanent
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90000 - 110000 GBP / Yearly
- <p>Finance Director | Manchester | £90k-£110k + Bonus</p><p>Robert Half are exclusively partnering with a growing, privately owned Manchester-based business to appoint a commercially minded Finance Director.</p><p>This is a unique opportunity for an ambitious finance leader to take ownership of an established finance function and play a key role in shaping how finance supports the wider business.</p><p>The successful candidate will have a genuine opportunity to modernise and transform the finance function, driving improvements across processes, systems, reporting and management information, while helping create a more efficient and commercially focused finance operation.</p><p>Working closely with the Managing Director and wider Senior Leadership Team, you will also act as a key commercial sounding board, providing insight, challenge and financial direction to support profitability and future growth.</p><p>The role</p><ul><li><p>Lead and develop the finance function.</p></li><li><p>Own budgeting, forecasting, reporting and financial planning.</p></li><li><p>Provide commercially focused insight to the SLT.</p></li><li><p>Identify and deliver opportunities to automate and improve finance processes.</p></li><li><p>Modernise management information and reporting.</p></li><li><p>Strengthen financial controls and governance.</p></li><li><p>Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, margins and profitability.</p></li><li><p>Review and develop the finance team and wider finance structure.</p></li><li><p>Support the continued development of financial systems and technology.</p></li><li><p>Take a hands-on approach to the role, getting into the detail when required and leading from the front.</p></li></ul><p>The person</p><p>We are looking for a forward-thinking, commercially minded Finance Director who enjoys improving businesses and making a tangible difference.</p><p>You will ideally have:</p><ul><li><p>Senior finance leadership experience within an SME or mid-market environment.</p></li><li><p>Strong commercial and strategic acumen.</p></li><li><p>A proven track record of process improvement and/or finance transformation.</p></li><li><p>Experience improving automation, systems or reporting.</p></li><li><p>Strong budgeting, forecasting and management information experience.</p></li><li><p>The confidence to challenge and influence senior stakeholders.</p></li><li><p>A hands-on approach with a genuine willingness to roll your sleeves up and get involved.</p></li><li><p>Ideally, you will be ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified, although QBE candidates with the right experience will be considered.</p></li></ul><p>Experience within manufacturing, distribution, engineering, construction or another project-led environment would be advantageous but is not essential.</p><p>What's on offer?</p><ul><li><p>£90,000-£110,000 salary</p></li><li><p>Discretionary Bonus</p></li><li><p>Enhanced benefits package</p></li><li><p>Hybrid working, 3 days in the office</p></li><li><p>Genuine opportunity to shape and transform the finance function</p></li><li><p>Direct exposure to the SLT</p></li><li><p>A commercially influential position with significant autonomy</p></li><li><p>Opportunity to make a visible impact on the future direction of the business</p></li></ul><p>This is an excellent opportunity for a Finance Director who wants to be more than the head of finance and play a genuine role in shaping the future of a successful business.</p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/S2lyc3R5LldvcmRlbi40NjM3OC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
- 2026-09-08T12:36:54Z
Head of Credit
- Manchester, Greater Manchester
- remote
- Permanent
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75000 - 85000 GBP / Yearly
- <p>Robert Half is delighted to be partnering with a market-leading B2B services provider to recruit a Head of Credit. This is a key leadership opportunity within a business undergoing significant transformation, offering the chance to make a genuine impact across people, processes and operational performance.</p><p>You will take ownership of a large and established credit function, leading a team through a period of change and preparing the department for a major ERP implementation.</p><p>This role requires an experienced credit leader who can combine strong operational expertise with exceptional people leadership. You will be responsible for creating stability, improving processes, developing the team and driving a more effective Order-to-Cash environment.</p><p>This is not a traditional Credit Control role. The successful candidate will be a visible and influential leader who can balance strategic improvement with operational delivery, whilst building strong relationships across Finance, Operations and the wider business.</p><p>Key responsibilities will include:</p><ul><li>Leading and developing a credit function through a team of team leaders.</li><li>Creating a positive, high-performance culture and developing existing leadership capability.</li><li>Reviewing and improving end-to-end Order-to-Cash processes.</li><li>Taking ownership of credit control, customer disputes, credit risk, account creation and legal recovery activities.</li><li>Driving improvements in cash collection, dispute resolution and operational efficiency.</li><li>Working closely with operational stakeholders to understand and resolve root causes of customer disputes.</li><li>Supporting a major ERP implementation and ensuring the Credit function is prepared for data migration and system change.</li><li>Identifying quick wins and implementing sustainable process improvements.</li><li>Providing clear leadership, structure and direction during a period of transformation.</li><li>Taking a hands-on approach where required to support key operational activities.</li></ul><p>We are looking for an experienced credit professional who has successfully led large teams and delivered change within complex environments.</p><p>You will ideally have:</p><ul><li>Significant experience leading a Credit, Order-to-Cash or Shared Services function.</li><li>Proven experience managing managers and large operational teams.</li><li>A track record of improving processes, controls and team performance.</li><li>Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence across Finance and Operations.</li><li>Experience working through transformation, change or system implementation programmes.</li><li>Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to make sound decisions under pressure.</li><li>Exposure to ERP implementations would be advantageous.</li><li>A calm, collaborative and engaging leadership style.</li></ul><p>Experience within legal recoveries, insurance processes, high-volume transactional environments or complex B2B organisations preferred.</p><p>What's on offer: </p><ul><li>Hybrid working - 3 days per week in office</li><li>Free onsite parking</li><li>Opportunity to lead a significant transformation programme</li><li>Genuine autonomy to shape and improve a large Credit function</li><li>The opportunity to make a visible impact within a growing and evolving organisation</li></ul><p>This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Head of Credit, Credit Director, Senior Credit Manager or Order-to-Cash leader who is looking for a role where they can influence change, develop people and deliver meaningful operational improvements.</p><p>Applications from individuals available immediately or short notice is preferred. This is a hybrid role with 3 days in office so candidates must be Northwest based. </p><p> </p><p> </p><p><strong> </strong></p><p> </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Q2F0aGVyaW5lLkhlbnJ5LjMzMjE0LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
- 2026-09-07T10:40:00Z
Remote Proposal Manager
- Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire
- remote
- Permanent
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40000 - 60000 GBP / Yearly
- <p><strong>Proposal Manager</strong></p><p>Salary: Competitive Salary & Excellent Benefits<br /> Location: <strong>Fully Remote</strong> with travel to London when required for site visits and bid solution workshops.<br /> Sector:<strong> Cleaning Services | Facilities Management </strong></p><p><strong>Robert Half</strong> is working in partnership with a leading UK provider of Cleaning, Facilities Management to recruit an experienced Proposal Manager / Bid Writer.</p><p>This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing organisation where you'll take ownership of high-quality, client-focused tender submissions across a diverse portfolio of cleaning, workplace, property and support service contracts.</p><p>This is a hands-on, end-to-end role combining bid strategy, proposal development, stakeholder management and submission leadership. Working closely with operational, commercial and technical teams, you'll develop compelling, compliant proposals that clearly demonstrate value, innovation and service excellence while aligning with client requirements.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Manage the full bid lifecycle from opportunity qualification, PQQs, SQs and EOIs through to ITTs, presentations, contract clarifications and submission.</li><li>Lead bid strategy, develop win themes and create compelling value propositions that differentiate the business.</li><li>Coordinate bid kick-off meetings, storyboarding sessions and review meetings to ensure successful delivery.</li><li>Write, edit and review high-quality, benefit-led proposal content tailored to individual client requirements.</li><li>Ensure all submissions are fully compliant, professionally presented and delivered within agreed deadlines.</li><li>Work collaboratively with operational, commercial, finance and technical stakeholders to develop innovative and commercially viable service solutions.</li><li>Manage bid plans, submission programmes and stakeholder communications throughout the bid process.</li><li>Coach subject matter experts on bid best practice to continually improve submission quality.</li><li>Undertake client, competitor and market research to strengthen bid strategy and maximise win rates.</li><li>Support client presentations, interviews and post-tender clarification responses.</li><li>Drive continuous improvement through bid reviews, lessons learned and best practice.</li></ul><p><strong>About You</strong></p><p>We're looking for an experienced bid professional who can demonstrate:</p><ul><li>Proven success managing bids and proposals within Cleaning Services and Facilities Management, or the wider built environment sector.</li><li>Exceptional proposal writing, editing and communication skills.</li><li>Experience managing end-to-end tender submissions across both public and private sector opportunities.</li><li>Strong organisational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple concurrent bids.</li><li>Confidence engaging and influencing senior operational, commercial and technical stakeholders.</li><li>A collaborative, proactive approach with a passion for producing high-quality winning submissions.</li></ul><p><strong>Salary & Benefits</strong></p><ul><li>Competitive salary depending on experience.</li><li>33 days holiday </li><li>Company sick pay</li><li>Flexible benefits, which include the opportunity to buy up to 5 days extra holiday</li><li>Maternity and Paternity pay</li><li>24hr online GP access as well as mental health, wellness, financial and legal support</li><li>Life assurance cover</li><li>Two paid volunteering days annually - from beach cleans to supporting your local community. You choose…</li><li>More than 250 perks and hundreds of exclusive deals and discounts</li><li>Lots of training, development and apprenticeships opportunities programmes to grow and progress your career</li><li>Mental Health First Aiders leading the change on all things Wellbeing, Diversity & Inclusion </li><li>All year-round recognition and annual awards programme to thank our shining stars</li></ul><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/YmhhdmluLmtvdGVjaGEuMDIwODQuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
- 2026-07-14T07:39:30Z
Human Resources (HR) Manager
- Swindon, Wiltshire
- remote
- Permanent
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40000 - 42000 GBP / Yearly
- <p><strong>People Manager</strong></p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Swindon<br /> <strong>Salary:</strong> £41,500<br /> <strong>Contract:</strong> Permanent<br /> <strong>Working pattern:</strong> Full-time<br /> <strong>Working arrangement:</strong> Fully office-based, with occasional travel to other local sites</p><p><strong>About the opportunity</strong></p><p>Robert Half are working with a purpose-led organisation that is looking to appoint a People Manager to play a key role in developing its people strategy, organisational capability and culture.</p><p>This is a broad and varied role, covering both strategic people initiatives and hands-on HR delivery. The successful candidate will work closely with senior leadership and managers across the organisation, providing trusted advice and helping to ensure the organisation has the people, culture and capability needed to achieve its objectives.</p><p>The role would suit an experienced HR professional looking to move into a purpose-led organisation, or a strong HR generalist ready to take their first step into a management role.</p><p><strong>The role</strong></p><p>You will take ownership of a broad people remit, balancing day-to-day HR delivery with longer-term organisational development.</p><p>Key areas of responsibility will include:</p><ul><li>Developing and delivering people and organisational development strategies.</li><li>Supporting organisational change, culture development and continuous improvement.</li><li>Leading recruitment and retention initiatives to attract and retain high-quality employees.</li><li>Developing learning and development programmes and supporting management capability.</li><li>Establishing effective talent management and succession planning processes.</li><li>Providing practical advice and guidance on employee relations, including disciplinary, grievance and performance matters.</li><li>Ensuring HR processes and practices are legally compliant, consistent and effective.</li><li>Supporting organisational design and wider change programmes.</li><li>Developing effective approaches to reward and employee benefits.</li><li>Improving employee engagement and two-way communication.</li><li>Advising and supporting senior leaders and managers on people-related matters.</li><li>Reviewing and developing HR policies, processes and systems.</li><li>Using people data and insight to support effective decision-making.</li><li>Managing relevant HR budgets and ensuring value for money.</li><li>Keeping up to date with employment legislation and wider developments affecting the people agenda.</li><li>Providing managers with the tools, guidance and confidence to effectively lead and develop their teams.</li></ul><p><strong>About you</strong></p><p>We're looking for a capable and commercially minded HR professional who is comfortable operating across the full employee lifecycle.</p><p>You may be an experienced HR Manager, HR Business Partner, Senior HR Adviser or HR generalist looking for the next step in your career.</p><p>You'll ideally have:</p><ul><li>Broad HR generalist experience across areas such as employee relations, recruitment, performance, learning and development and organisational development.</li><li>Strong knowledge of UK employment legislation.</li><li>Experience advising and influencing managers and senior stakeholders.</li><li>Experience of supporting organisational change and improving people processes.</li><li>A pragmatic, solutions-focused approach to HR.</li><li>Strong communication and interpersonal skills.</li><li>The ability to build credibility and effective relationships at all levels.</li><li>Good organisational and analytical skills.</li><li>A proactive, hands-on approach and the ability to work at pace.</li><li>The confidence to take ownership of a broad HR remit.</li><li>Relevant HR qualifications and/or CIPD membership would be advantageous.</li></ul><p><strong>Who this role could suit</strong></p><p>This opportunity could be particularly attractive to someone who is:</p><p>An experienced HR professional looking to move away from a purely commercial environment and use their skills within an organisation with a strong sense of purpose.</p><p>A strong HR generalist who has built solid experience across the employee lifecycle and is now ready to take their first formal management or leadership step.</p><p>Above all, you'll be someone who enjoys working with people, wants to make a positive impact and is comfortable combining strategic thinking with a hands-on approach.</p><p><strong>What's on offer?</strong></p><ul><li>£41,500 salary.</li><li>Permanent, full-time position.</li><li>Opportunity to shape and develop the people function.</li><li>Broad HR remit with genuine exposure to senior leadership.</li><li>Scope to develop your management and leadership experience.</li><li>A supportive and values-driven working environment.</li><li>The opportunity to make a meaningful contribution through your work.</li></ul><p><strong>Please note: this is a fully office-based position and will require some travel between local sites.</strong></p><p>Robert Half are managing this recruitment process on behalf of the organisation.</p><p> </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/UmFjaGVsLlNoYXcuMDI1NjAuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
- 2026-09-03T16:35:45Z
Finance Manager
- Glasgow, Glasgow
- remote
- Permanent
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50000 - 60000 GBP / Yearly
- <p> Robert Half is working in partnership with a dynamic organisation near Glasgow to recruit a Finance Manager. The successful candidate will take ownership of financial reporting, management accounting, and compliance for multiple projects, ensuring accurate and timely delivery of financial information to stakeholders.</p><p>Our client is a market leader in infrastructure investment and asset management, operating across the UK. They manage large-scale projects in sectors such as transport, energy, social infrastructure, and public-private partnerships (PPP). With a strong reputation for delivering sustainable and long-term value, the business works closely with local authorities, investors, and stakeholders to ensure compliance, efficiency, and growth.</p><p>This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic finance team within a business that plays a critical role in managing essential infrastructure assets.</p><br><br>Key Responsibilities<br><br><ul><li>Prepare management account reports, including analysis of actual vs budget.</li><li>Incorporate purchase ledgers, sales ledgers, cash books, and loan schedules into ETBs and reconcile ETBs to SUN Systems.</li><li>Maintain accruals, prepayments, and amortisation workings.</li><li>Supervise preparation and submission of VAT and CIS returns.</li><li>Oversee purchase invoice processing, non-supplier payments, and issuing invoices to customers.</li><li>Supervise maintenance of cash books and loan schedules.</li><li>Prepare statutory accounts for year-end audit.</li><li>Produce supporting documentation and working papers for audit.</li><li>Liaise with audit teams during fieldwork and with audit managers post-review.</li><li>Work with tax advisers on corporation tax computations.</li><li>Present finance reports to shareholders at quarterly project board meetings.</li><li>Track and comply with project deliverables as dictated by loan facility agreements.</li><li>Maintain financial and operating models; prepare budgets and cash flow forecasts.</li></ul><p><strong>About You</strong></p><ul><li>ICAS/ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified.</li><li>Excellent communicator with strong interpersonal skills to build effective relationships internally and externally.</li><li>Strong analytical skills and attention to detail, with the ability to challenge and develop explanations.</li><li>Proactive in identifying and implementing process improvements.</li><li>Experience in infrastructure, asset management, or project finance is advantageous.</li></ul><br><br>Why Join Them?<br><br><ul><li>Work with a leading player in infrastructure and asset management.</li><li>Exposure to complex projects and stakeholder engagement.</li><li>Competitive salary between £50,000 - £60,000 per annum. </li><li>Opportunity to influence financial strategy and compliance.</li></ul><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/cmVnZ2llLm1jbWFob24uNzkzNzEuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
- 2026-08-31T10:14:05Z
Bid Manager
- Derby, Derbyshire
- remote
- Permanent
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50000 - 55000 GBP / Yearly
- <p>Robert Half has partnered with a growing services business to recruit for a Bid Manager.</p><p><strong>About the Role</strong></p><p>Our client is looking for an experienced Bid Manager to join their commercial team. Sitting at the heart of the sales cycle, you will take qualified opportunities through solution design, bid development and proposal submission, right through to contract award and handover into delivery. This is a hands on role for a bid professional who genuinely enjoys writing and shaping content, not just coordinating it. The role also carries line management responsibility for a junior member of the bid team.</p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Take ownership of qualified opportunities, developing costed, deliverable solutions in response to client specifications</li><li>Translate tender specifications and scope documents into detailed proposals, working closely with operational and finance colleagues</li><li>Develop competitive pricing models and commercial proposals for internal sign off</li><li>Lead bid writing and proposal management for assigned opportunities, producing persuasive, evaluator focused content</li><li>Manage bid plans, timelines and cross functional input across the business</li><li>Maintain a library of reusable bid content, including case studies, CVs and method statements</li><li>Manage a concurrent portfolio of bids at various pipeline stages, working to tight deadlines</li><li>Support bid/no bid decision making and maintain accurate CRM and pipeline records</li><li>Manage portal based tender activity, including clarification questions and formal submissions</li><li>Represent the business in client facing meetings during the bid process</li><li>Support handover of awarded contracts into delivery</li></ul><p><strong>Requirements</strong></p><ul><li>Proven track record as a Bid Manager, managing the full bid lifecycle from qualification through to award</li><li>Strong, independent bid writing skills, able to produce high quality content rather than solely coordinating others</li><li>Experience of solution design within a services based or project driven environment</li><li>Strong commercial acumen, including pricing models, margins and risk</li><li>Experience managing multiple concurrent bids to tight deadlines</li><li>Solid experience with formal tender and procurement processes and e-tendering platforms</li><li>Strong project management and organisational skills</li><li>Experience managing or mentoring junior colleagues</li><li>High IT literacy, including Microsoft Office, CRM systems and document collaboration tools</li></ul><p><strong>Package</strong></p><ul><li>Salary: £55,000</li><li>Excellent benefits</li><li>Hybrid working: 3 days per week in the office</li></ul><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/eWFoeWUuZGluZWguNzA0MDguMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
- 2026-08-26T15:48:37Z
Group Finance Manager
- Swindon, Wiltshire
- remote
- Permanent
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65000 - 75000 GBP / Yearly
- <p>Robert Half are working in exclusive partnership with Happy Days, a Private Equity backed Nurseries and Pre-Schools group to recruit a Group Finance Manager on a permanent basis. Based in Swindon, this newly created position will lead the day-to-day finance operations ensuring financial integrity and control across the organisation. Reporting to the Finance Director, this role will operate in a commercially focused, high-growth environment. Joining at an exciting stage in Happy Days' journey, you will support the creation of a new Hub in Wiltshire, helping to underpin the Group's expanding footprint. You will lead continuous improvement initiatives across finance operations and management accounting, driving efficiencies, enhancing processes, and contributing to the development of a best-in-class finance function. </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p><strong>About Happy Days… </strong></p><p>Happy Days opened their first nursery in 1991, fast forward 35 years and they now operate 44 nurseries and pre-schools across the South UK and Wales, delivering exceptional childcare and education every day! A growth journey that continues every day with an underlying ethos to support children to become strong and motivated learners for life. Taking care of 2000+ children and employing around 1500 team members, their passion for inspiring the next generation is at the heart of their mission</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p><strong>The Group Finance Manager Role… </strong></p><p>You will be at the forefront of building a team within Swindon following the decision to create a second Hub. This is a great opportunity to be hands on in the development of people, processes and control measures whilst maintaining the business as usual requirements. Working closely with the Finance Director to drive continuous improvement areas and opportunity for efficiencies within routine tasks, automation of manual processes and shortened reporting cycles. The Group Finance Manager will oversee areas of transactional finance, reporting and record-to-report functions to bring together and drive the contributions and outputs of the month end close process across the group. Alongside this, key responsibilities will include:</p><ul><li>Maintain internal control framework across portfolio of sites and group.</li><li>Lead month end close processes including consolidation of management accounts.</li><li>Production of monthly reporting pack inclusive of balance sheet reconciliations, variance analysis and relevant commentary for review.</li><li>Maintenance of R2R cycle including maintenance of general ledger, accounts payable and receivable functions - Oversee and control of cash flow management across the group.</li><li>Act as a finance project lead on integration's to bring together work-streams across finance operations.</li><li>Provide actionable insight to operational leaders to ensure understanding of financial metrics to non-finance, key stakeholders.</li><li>Lead, coach and develop a team of 10+ across Management Accounts, Revenue, AP/AR.</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p><strong>About you… </strong></p><ul><li>Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).</li><li>Proven experience within a finance leadership position.</li><li>Strength within people management, building and leading a high-performance team.</li><li>Evidence of contribution to process improvement within core finance processes.</li><li>Strength with ERP optimisation and utilising technology to drive efficiency.</li><li>Prior multi-site or multi-revenue streams experience.</li><li>Previous experience within a PE backed environment advantageous.</li></ul><p>The successful candidate will need to be 5 days on site in first 6 months as the new Hub is established, 3 days on site thereafter.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p><strong>What's on offer… </strong></p><p>c£70k basic salary and a range of attractive benefits including car allowance, enhanced leave, performance related rewards, Life Assurance and an exhaustive Employee Assistance & Well-being package.</p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Y2hhcmxvdHRlLmNsZW1lbnRzLjgzNzQ0LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
- 2026-07-21T10:19:30Z