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Finance Manager
  • City of London, London
  • remote
  • Permanent
  • 55000 - 75000 GBP / Yearly
  • <h3>Finance Manager / Practice Accountant | Central London </h3><p><strong>Robert Half is delighted to be partnering with a leading award-winning architectural practice to recruit a Finance Manager / Practice Accountant.</strong></p><p>This is a fantastic opportunity for a hands-on finance professional looking for a broad role with genuine ownership across the entire finance function. Working closely with the Principals, you'll play a key role in supporting strategic decision-making, improving financial processes, and driving commercial insight across the business.</p><h3>The Opportunity</h3><p>You'll take responsibility for the day-to-day management of the finance function whilst providing detailed management information, budgeting support and commercial analysis to help drive business performance.</p><p>This is a varied position that offers exposure to all aspects of finance, including:</p><ul><li>Production of monthly management accounts, cashflow forecasts and financial reporting</li><li>Budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis</li><li>Revenue recognition and project accounting</li><li>Payroll, VAT, pensions and statutory compliance</li><li>Sales ledger, purchase ledger and credit control</li><li>Business partnering with senior stakeholders</li><li>Financial planning and commercial analysis</li><li>Managing audits and year-end processes</li><li>Supporting systems improvements, automation and AI-driven reporting initiatives</li></ul><h3>About You</h3><p>We're keen to speak with individuals who possess:</p><ul><li>ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualification (QBE candidates will also be considered)</li><li>Strong management accounting experience</li><li>Previous experience working within an SME environment</li><li>Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills</li><li>Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities</li><li>Advanced Excel skills and confidence working with finance systems</li><li>A proactive mindset with a passion for continuous improvement</li></ul><h3>Nice to Have</h3><ul><li>Experience within architecture, construction, engineering or project-based businesses</li><li>Exposure to project accounting and revenue recognition</li><li>Experience working with Xero or project accounting systems</li></ul><h3>Package &amp; Benefits</h3><ul><li>Hybrid working (3 days in the office)</li><li>Study support available</li><li>Private medical insurance</li><li>Pension scheme</li><li>One week working abroad allowance</li><li>Supportive and collaborative culture</li><li>Broad exposure to senior leadership and business strategy</li></ul><p>If you're looking for a role where you can make a genuine impact within a growing and highly regarded business, we'd love to hear from you.</p><p><strong>Apply now or contact Robert Half for a confidential discussion.</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/Q2hhei5NYWxhbi4yNTQzOC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
  • 2026-10-08T15:11:17Z
Developer
  • Wokingham, Berkshire
  • remote
  • Permanent
  • 40000 - 45000 GBP / Yearly
  • <h1>Mid-Level Django Developer</h1><p><strong>Salary:</strong> £45,000 per annum<br /><strong>Location:</strong> Fully Remote - occasional travel to the Reading/Wokingham area<br /><strong>Job Type:</strong> Permanent</p><h2>The Opportunity</h2><p>An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Mid-Level Django Developer to join the engineering team of an established and forward-thinking organisation.</p><p>This is a fully remote position, with occasional travel to the company's head office in the Reading/Wokingham area when required.</p><p>The successful candidate will play an active role in developing and maintaining robust, scalable backend systems, building APIs and services using Django and Django REST Framework. You will work collaboratively with other developers while having the opportunity to take ownership of defined development tasks and continue to grow your technical expertise.</p><h2>Key Responsibilities</h2><ul><li><p>Design, build and maintain backend services and APIs using Django and Django REST Framework (DRF)</p></li><li><p>Develop efficient and well-structured PostgreSQL queries</p></li><li><p>Manage database schema changes, including migrations, indexing and performance tuning</p></li><li><p>Build and maintain RESTful APIs</p></li><li><p>Participate in code reviews and follow established security and quality standards</p></li><li><p>Collaborate with frontend developers to integrate APIs and ensure smooth data flow</p></li><li><p>Debug and resolve issues across the technology stack</p></li><li><p>Investigate performance bottlenecks and data integrity issues</p></li><li><p>Contribute to technical documentation and internal process improvements</p></li><li><p>Work within CI/CD pipelines and Git-based version control workflows</p></li><li><p>Write maintainable, testable code and contribute to unit testing</p></li><li><p>Work within appropriate security, quality and data protection standards</p></li></ul><h2>Essential Experience</h2><p>The successful Mid-Level Django Developer will ideally have:</p><ul><li><p>3+ years' professional experience with Django or a similar Python web framework</p></li><li><p>Strong working knowledge of PostgreSQL, including query optimisation, indexing and schema design</p></li><li><p>Hands-on experience with Django REST Framework (DRF)</p></li><li><p>Experience building and working with RESTful APIs</p></li><li><p>Experience with Git-based version control and collaborative development</p></li><li><p>Familiarity with unit testing and writing maintainable, testable code</p></li><li><p>Understanding of basic web application security best practices</p></li><li><p>Experience working within Linux-based development or deployment environments</p></li></ul><h2>Desirable Experience</h2><p>The following would be advantageous:</p><ul><li><p>Docker and containerised deployments</p></li><li><p>AWS services, particularly RDS, EC2 and WAF</p></li><li><p>Infrastructure-as-code tools such as Terraform or Ansible</p></li><li><p>Frontend frameworks or JavaScript-heavy features</p></li><li><p>CI/CD tooling such as Bitbucket Pipelines or GitHub Actions</p></li><li><p>Experience working with JSON-based data structures, rule engines or configurable logic</p></li></ul><h2>What We're Looking For</h2><p>We're looking for a developer who is comfortable working independently on defined tasks and is keen to continue developing their technical ownership.</p><p>You'll need to be a strong team player, comfortable contributing to technical discussions, collaborating with other developers and taking responsibility for delivering high-quality, maintainable solutions.</p><h2>Working Arrangements</h2><ul><li><p><strong>Fully remote role</strong></p></li><li><p>Occasional attendance at the head office in the <strong>Reading area</strong></p></li><li><p>Permanent position</p></li><li><p>Salary of £45,000 per annum</p></li></ul><p>If you're an experienced <strong>Django Developer / Python Developer</strong> looking for a fully remote permanent opportunity where you can take ownership of your work and continue developing your technical career, we'd be keen to hear from you.</p><p><strong>Apply now for further information.</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/UGV0ZS5SaWNoYXJkcy4zNjA3MS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
  • 2026-08-21T14:29:37Z
Project Accountant
  • Kidlington, Oxfordshire
  • remote
  • Permanent
  • 60000 - 65000 GBP / Yearly
  • <p>Robert Half is partnering with a well-established engineering business based near Kidlington to recruit an experienced Project Accountant. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a busy programme finance function within a technically complex, multi-project environment, supporting delivery teams with robust financial control, reporting and commercial insight.</p><p>This role would suit a finance professional who enjoys working closely with delivery and programme teams, translating operational activity into accurate financial data, and who is comfortable balancing multiple deadlines in a fast-paced setting.</p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p>Reporting into the finance leadership team, you'll take ownership of the financial health of a portfolio of active projects, acting as the go-to finance contact for programme managers and senior stakeholders.</p><p><strong>Commercial &amp; Proposals</strong></p><ul><li>Review and sign off the financial assumptions underpinning new customer proposals before they go out the door</li><li>Build out project plans, work packages and schedules to support future bids and contract submissions</li></ul><p><strong>Budgeting &amp; Forecasting</strong></p><ul><li>Own the forecast update cycle, feeding into the wider annual operating plan and flagging any deviation from budget</li><li>Keep project cost data accurate, with correct cost allocation and up-to-date hours bookings across the portfolio</li><li>Identify and manage financial risk across your project portfolio</li></ul><p><strong>Reporting &amp; Governance</strong></p><ul><li>Produce monthly project reviews and forecast-to-completion updates, checking labour and third-party costs are booked correctly</li><li>Support the month-end close process, applying the correct accounting treatment across projects</li><li>Act as first point of contact for all project-related finance queries, providing challenge and support to delivery teams as needed</li><li>Respond to ad hoc financial requests from the wider programme</li><li>Monitor compliance with internal policy, accounting standards and risk management procedures</li><li>Maintain project financial data within the company's ERP system, liaising with IT on any reporting changes required</li><li>Support internal and external audit processes, answering project-related queries as they arise</li></ul><p><strong>What You'll Need</strong></p><p><strong>Essential</strong></p><ul><li>Solid background in financial controlling and/or project/programme reporting</li><li>Strong grasp of core accounting principles</li><li>Confident communicator, both written and verbal, with strong report-writing skills</li><li>Proficient in MS Office, particularly Excel</li><li>Comfortable juggling multiple priorities and working to tight deadlines</li><li>Good understanding of work package management and control</li><li>Working knowledge of risk management principles</li><li>A methodical, organised approach to planning and tracking</li><li>Professional accountancy qualification, or actively working towards one (part-qualified considered)</li></ul><p><strong>Desirable</strong></p><ul><li>Experience with a major ERP system</li><li>Prior experience in project accounting</li><li>Exposure to government or public-sector commercial and accounting frameworks</li><li>Awareness of single-source procurement/contract regulations</li></ul><p><strong>The Package</strong></p><ul><li>£60,000 - £65,000 depending on experience</li><li>Hybrid working - 3 days per week in the office, 2 days per week WFH</li><li>Strong company pension contribution</li><li>Private medical cover</li><li>Annual leave that increases with length of service</li><li>Bonus scheme</li><li>Additional lifestyle and wellbeing benefits</li></ul><p>Please note: Full right to work in the UK is required, as visa sponsorship is not available for this role.</p><p>For a confidential conversation about this role, please contact Charlie at Robert Half.</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/Y2hhcmxpZS5odW50ZS43NzYyMC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
  • 2026-09-10T16:15:22Z
In-House Lawyer (O&M, EPC contracts) - 6 month contract
  • London, London
  • remote
  • Permanent
  • 100000 - 115000 GBP / Yearly
  • <p><strong>Senior Legal Counsel</strong></p><p><strong>Energy infrastructure firm</strong></p><p><strong>6 month fixed term contract</strong></p><p><strong>London (Hybrid working)</strong></p><p><strong>£100K-£115K</strong></p><p> </p><p><strong>The role:</strong></p><ul><li>Drafting, reviewing and negotiating a wide range of commercial agreements including supplier agreements, agreements governing the delivery and maintenance of the company's IT systems and services, consultancy agreements and agreements with energy trading companies</li><li>Providing legal support in relation to grid connection arrangements, property instruments and land access arrangements</li><li>Advising in regard to O&amp;M and EPC contracts, support and repair contracts required for ongoing maintenance and repair of the asset, and supporting new small-scale construction projects.</li><li>Assisting with the management of external legal counsel and management of ongoing disputes and litigation</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Requirements:</strong></p><p> </p><ul><li>Qualified solicitor</li><li>Commercial legal experience in engineering, construction or energy.</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/Y2hyaXMuaGVuc29uLjMxMTIwLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
  • 2026-09-17T10:08:19Z
Design Developer ( Python / C# / JavaScript) Top Company
  • London, London
  • remote
  • Permanent
  • - GBP / Yearly
  • <p class="isSelectedEnd"><strong>Design Technology Developer | Python / C# / JavaScript | Central London</strong></p><p class="isSelectedEnd">A <strong>household-name global leader</strong>, headquartered in London with <strong>400+ people worldwide</strong>, is expanding its <strong>Digital Design team</strong> and looking for a talented Developer to build the tools shaping the future of Architecture &amp; Interior Design.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">You'll work where <strong>software engineering meets design</strong>, building everything from <strong>Rhino &amp; Grasshopper plugins and Revit/Dynamo tools to web applications, Autodesk cloud automation and AI/RAG solutions</strong>.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd"><strong>We're looking for:</strong><br />▪️ Strong <strong>Python, JavaScript &amp; C#</strong><br />▪️ <strong>Rhino / Grasshopper</strong> development<br />▪️ Plugin development &amp; deployment<br />▪️ <strong>Autodesk Platform Services (APS)</strong><br />▪️ React &amp; full-stack development<br />▪️ Git / Agile<br />▪️ Revit API / Dynamo is a bonus<br />▪️ AI / RAG experience is highly desirable</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">This is a genuinely exciting opportunity to <strong>build software that architects and designers use every day</strong>, while helping shape the company's wider digital and AI strategy.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">-<strong>Central London HQ | 3 days office / 2 days WFH</strong><br /><strong>-Global leader | 400+ employees worldwide</strong><br /><strong>-Digital Design / Design Computation</strong></p><p>Interested? APPLY NOW </p><p><strong>Fast interview process and turnaround!</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/dG9ueS5rb3lyYXR0eS4wMjg2Ni4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
  • 2026-10-02T06:40:11Z
.NET Developer -TOP COMPANY!!!
  • London, London
  • remote
  • Permanent
  • - GBP / Yearly
  • <p class="isSelectedEnd">𝗡𝗘𝗪 𝗥𝗢𝗟𝗘 | .𝗡𝗘𝗧 𝗗𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗽𝗲𝗿 | | 𝗟𝗼𝗻𝗱𝗼𝗻 | 𝗛𝘆𝗯𝗿𝗶𝗱</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">I'm working with a great client in London who is looking for a <strong>.NET Developer with 2-4 years' commercial experience</strong>.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">This is a good opportunity for someone who has built a solid foundation in .NET and is now looking for a role where they can <strong>learn, take on more responsibility and progress</strong>.</p><h3>What they need</h3><p class="isSelectedEnd">* <strong>.NET / C# - must have</strong><br />* <strong>SQL - must have</strong><br />* 2-4 years' commercial development experience<br />* Good understanding of software development and the full development lifecycle<br />* Someone who enjoys solving problems and getting involved in the wider team</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">You'll be joining a <strong>progressive company</strong> where there is genuine scope to develop your technical skills and career.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd"><br /><strong>Central London</strong><br /><strong>-Hybrid working</strong><br /><strong>-No sponsorship available</strong></p><p>If you're currently working as a .NET Developer and have <strong>2-4 years' experience</strong>, I'd be happy to have a confidential chat and give you more details.</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/dG9ueS5rb3lyYXR0eS4xOTU0MC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
  • 2026-09-03T08:23:07Z
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