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7 results for Head Of Engineering in Birmingham, Birmingham

Senior Full Stack Engineer (Python / AWS / Node.js)
  • Northampton, Northamptonshire
  • remote
  • Permanent
  • 60000 - 800000 GBP / Yearly
  • <p><strong>Senior Full Stack Engineer (Python / AWS / Node.js)</strong></p><p><strong>Do you want to be the future Head of Engineering? then apply now and fast track your career. </strong></p><p> </p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Northampton (Hybrid - 3 days in the office and 2 days from home)</p><p>Perm Role<br /> via Robert Half Ltd</p><p> </p><p>We're looking for a <strong>Senior Full Stack Engineer </strong> to join a growing engineering team. This is the second hire for the team following a recent successful appointment, reflecting continued investment and growth.</p><p>This is a <strong>hands-on senior engineering role</strong> with a strong emphasis on <strong>back-end development (approximately 80%)</strong>, while still contributing to the front end (20%). You'll be designing, building and deploying scalable cloud-based applications and APIs within a collaborative, fast-paced environment.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Design, develop and maintain scalable Python applications.</li><li>Build and deploy cloud-native applications and APIs using AWS.</li><li>Develop and maintain back-end services with occasional front-end development.</li><li>Design robust integrations between internal and external systems.</li><li>Collaborate with engineers and stakeholders to deliver high-quality software.</li><li>Contribute to architecture, best practices and technical decision-making.</li></ul><p><strong>Essential Requirements</strong></p><ul><li>Minimum <strong>5 years' commercial experience</strong> developing with <strong>Python</strong>.</li><li>Minimum <strong>5 years' UK commercial experience</strong>.</li><li>Strong hands-on experience with <strong>AWS</strong>, including building and deploying cloud-based applications and APIs.</li><li>Strong commercial experience with <strong>Node.js</strong> and <strong>JavaScript</strong>.</li><li>Proven experience designing and building scalable applications and integrations.</li><li>Full stack development experience with a primary focus on back-end engineering.</li><li>Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.</li><li> </li></ul><p><strong>Package</strong></p><ul><li>Annual bonus of up to <strong>15%</strong> (split between individual and company performance).</li><li>Opportunity to join a growing engineering team with significant influence over technical delivery.</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p>APPLY NOW FAST INTERVIEW PROCESS!!!</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/dG9ueS5rb3lyYXR0eS4xODYxOC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
  • 2026-08-02T07:49:42Z
Head Of Finance
  • Crewe, Cheshire
  • remote
  • Contract
  • 80000 - 85000 GBP / Yearly
  • <p>Robert Half has partnered with a large engineering business in Crewe to recruit for a Head of Finance on a 14-16 month fixed term contract.</p><p><strong>Salary:</strong> £80,000 - £85,000 + bonus up to 10%</p><p><strong>Working pattern:</strong> Hybrid (2 days office, 3 days from home)</p><p><strong>Start date:</strong> August or September</p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Crewe</p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p>A senior, strategic finance leadership role within a large and complex organisation. You will work closely with executive stakeholders to drive performance, shape strategy and support ongoing growth and transformation.</p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Lead budgeting, forecasting and financial performance reporting</li><li>Partner with senior leadership to influence strategic decisions</li><li>Provide clear insight into business performance, risks and opportunities</li><li>Ensure strong financial controls, governance and compliance</li><li>Lead and develop the finance team through a period of change</li></ul><p><strong>Requirements</strong></p><ul><li>Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA)</li><li>Experience working within a large, complex organisation</li><li>Proven ability to operate at a strategic level and influence senior stakeholders</li><li>Strong commercial finance and planning background</li><li>Track record of leading teams and delivering change</li></ul><p><strong>We are looking for candidates with experience working in either construction, infrastructure, engineering, maintenance or other heavy industries.</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/eWFoeWUuZGluZWguNzcxMzQuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
  • 2026-06-29T11:18:36Z
Group Reporting Manager
  • Knutsford, Cheshire
  • remote
  • Permanent
  • 80000 - 90000 GBP / Yearly
  • <p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal">Robert Half has partnered with a global engineering and industrial services business to recruit for a Group Reporting Manager.</p><p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal"><br /> <strong>Knutsford | Hybrid (2-3 days on-site, flexible) | £80,000 - £90,000 + up to 20% bonus</strong></p><p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal">A well-established, internationally operating business is looking to strengthen its finance leadership with an experienced Group Reporting Manager. You'll take charge of a small team and act as a key link between technical accounting and the wider finance function, helping shape how the group reports and controls its numbers as the organisation continues to grow.</p><p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal"><strong>What You'll Be Doing</strong></p><ul class="[li_&]:mb-0 [li_&]:mt-1 [li_&]:gap-1 [&:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [&:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3"><li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Leading the group's consolidation cycle and producing clear, insight-led reporting for monthly, half-year and annual cycles</li><li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Taking ownership of statutory accounts, both at group level and for UK subsidiaries</li><li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Managing, coaching and growing a small team of accountants</li><li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Working closely with FP&amp;A colleagues on budgets, forecasts and longer-term planning</li><li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Building out stronger financial controls and reducing reporting risk</li><li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Acting as the main point of contact for external auditors during the consolidation audit</li><li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Keeping accounting policies current and consistent with IFRS</li><li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Spotting opportunities to simplify and modernise how the finance function reports</li></ul><p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal"><strong>What You'll Bring</strong></p><ul class="[li_&]:mb-0 [li_&]:mt-1 [li_&]:gap-1 [&:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [&:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3"><li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">ACA (or equivalent) qualification, Big 4 trained </li><li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">A track record of leading and developing finance teams</li><li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Hands-on experience with statutory and management reporting at group or PLC level</li><li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Good working knowledge of financial control frameworks</li><li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">A track record of improving reporting processes and documentation</li><li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Comfortable working with senior stakeholders across the business</li></ul><p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal"><strong>On Offer</strong></p><ul class="[li_&]:mb-0 [li_&]:mt-1 [li_&]:gap-1 [&:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [&:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3"><li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Bonus of up to 20%</li><li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">£6,300 car allowance with EV scheme option</li><li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Private medical cover</li><li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Pension matched up to 7.5%</li><li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Life assurance</li><li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Cycle to work scheme</li><li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">25 days holiday plus bank holidays</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/eWFoeWUuZGluZWguOTgxMjAuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
  • 2026-07-02T14:52:44Z
Group Insurance and Claims Manager
  • Birmingham, West Midlands
  • remote
  • Permanent
  • 65000 - 75000 GBP / Yearly
  • <p><strong>Insurance Manager</strong></p><p><strong>£70,000 | Birmingham City Centre | Hybrid - 3 days onsite</strong></p><p><strong>Take ownership. Shape strategy. Make an impact.</strong></p><p>Are you an experienced <strong>Insurance and Claims professional</strong> looking for a role where you can genuinely own the agenda?</p><p>We're working with a complex, growing organisation to appoint an <strong>Insurance Manager</strong> to lead its insurance strategy, claims management and wider risk agenda.</p><p>This is a <strong>standalone role</strong>, so you'll need to be confident operating independently, influencing senior stakeholders and making decisions without relying on a large team around you.</p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p>You'll take ownership of the organisation's insurance programme and claims function, working closely with senior stakeholders and external partners to protect the business and manage its overall cost of risk.</p><p>Key responsibilities include:</p><ul><li>Leading the insurance renewal programme and developing insurance strategy.</li><li>Managing insured and uninsured claims from start to resolution.</li><li>Managing relationships with brokers, insurers, loss adjusters and solicitors.</li><li>Advising senior management on insurance, claims and risk.</li><li>Analysing claims and loss trends to identify opportunities for risk reduction.</li><li>Supporting Legal and Commercial teams on contractual risk and new business opportunities.</li><li>Producing claims, loss and financial reporting for senior stakeholders.</li><li>Working with operational and safety teams to improve risk management and loss prevention.</li></ul><p><strong>About You</strong></p><p>You'll have proven experience in <strong>insurance and claims management</strong>, ideally gained within a complex, operational or asset-intensive environment.</p><p>Relevant backgrounds could include:</p><p><strong>Infrastructure | Engineering | Construction | Property | Transport | Logistics</strong></p><p>Most importantly, you'll be someone who is:</p><ul><li>Comfortable operating as a standalone specialist.</li><li>Commercially minded with strong negotiation and influencing skills.</li><li>Confident dealing with senior stakeholders and external advisers.</li><li>Analytical, organised and able to manage complexity.</li><li>Proactive and hands-on - someone who takes ownership and gets things done.</li></ul><p><strong>The Opportunity</strong></p><p>This isn't simply a role managing an existing insurance programme.</p><p>It's an opportunity to <strong>own the insurance agenda</strong>, shape strategy, influence risk management and make a tangible impact across a complex organisation.</p><p><strong>£70,000 | Birmingham City Centre | 3 days onsite</strong></p><p>If you're ready for genuine autonomy and a role where your expertise can make a difference, we'd like to hear from you.</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/ZW1tYS5sbGV3ZWxseW4uNjU0OTEuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
  • 2026-08-10T08:32:37Z
IT & Business Systems Manager
  • Cheshire East, Cheshire
  • remote
  • Permanent
  • 60000 - 80000 GBP / Yearly
  • <p class="PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer" data-end="150" data-start="122">Robert Half are looking for a hands-on IT &amp; Business Systems Manager to take sole ownership of the company's technology landscape within a fast-growing organisation.</p><p data-start="334" data-end="358"><strong data-start="334" data-end="358">Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul data-start="359" data-end="781"><li data-section-id="1tp72j2" data-start="359" data-end="470">Own and develop the business systems ecosystem, driving optimisation, integration and continuous improvement.</li><li data-start="471" data-end="596" data-section-id="c484kv">Act as the sole internal IT and business systems lead, managing third-party IT providers, software vendors and consultants.</li><li data-start="597" data-end="685" data-section-id="lachci">Ensure business systems support operational efficiency, reporting and business growth.</li><li data-end="781" data-start="686" data-section-id="7ycl02">Translate business requirements into practical technology solutions and process improvements.</li></ul><p data-end="803" data-start="783"><strong data-end="803" data-start="783">Key Requirements</strong></p><ul data-end="1372" data-start="804"><li data-section-id="10a0do7" data-end="893" data-start="804">Strong experience with ERP systems (ideally Microsoft Dynamics 365 or similar)</li><li data-section-id="1xl0xxw" data-start="894" data-end="1032">Experience with Professional Services Automation (PSA) platforms, including resource planning, timesheets and financial integration.</li><li data-section-id="5cnkbt" data-end="1126" data-start="1033">Proven experience in business systems optimisation, transformation and systems integration.</li><li data-start="1127" data-end="1215" data-section-id="19uixxi">Comfortable being hands-on across both strategic and operational responsibilities.</li><li data-end="1280" data-start="1216" data-section-id="19rop02">Experience managing external IT partners and software vendors.</li><li data-section-id="1wz91zm" data-end="1372" data-start="1281">Strong stakeholder management and communication skills across all levels of the business.</li></ul><p data-end="1550" data-is-last-node="" data-is-only-node="" data-start="1374">This role would suit someone who enjoys taking ownership, driving change and working in a growing, fast-paced environment where technology plays a key role in business succes</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/RmF6Lk5hbmRvby4zNzM2Ni4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
  • 2026-07-08T08:25:30Z
Financial Controller
  • Gloucestershire, Gloucestershire
  • remote
  • Permanent
  • 75000 - 85000 GBP / Yearly
  • <p>Robert Half Finance and Accounting are currently looking to recruit a Financial Controller to join an exciting Construction company experiencing huge growth based in Gloucester. For the right person the client is offering a very competitive:</p><p><strong>£75,000 - £85,000 plus up to 15% bonus and 3 remote working days per week</strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Role responsibilities will include but not limited to:</strong></p><ul><li>Manage the monthly, quarterly and annual close process for all UK entities</li><li>Build, lead and develop the local Finance team</li><li>Ensure accurate statutory accounting in UK GAAP (FRS 102) and IFRS compliance</li><li>Prepare and submit group reporting packages, ensuring data quality, reconciliation and IFRS adjustments</li><li>Coordinate external audit preparation and ensure timely delivery of audited statutory financial statements</li><li>Coordinate transfer pricing documentation with Group Tax Manager</li><li>Implement and maintain internal controls</li><li>Manage bank relationships and corporate registration matters for the UK</li><li>Act as finance business partner for Regional Managers</li><li>Manage analytical accounting and reporting for projects and contracts</li><li>Define and monitor cash forecasts in coordination with local managers and Group Treasury</li><li>Drive process improvement and ERP optimisation</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Person specification:</strong></p><ul><li>Fully qualified (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) with 3-5 years PQE</li><li>Operating within Engineering, Manufacturing,Construction, Energy, Retail or FMCG</li><li>Currently operating as a technical Senior Finance Manager or Financial Controller</li><li>Have an in-depth knowledge of consolidation and reporting tools</li><li>Working knowledge of IRFS</li><li>In-depth knowledge in advanced function for Excel, Power Point, Word, Power Query/database, Power BI and automated dashboards</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>£75,000 - £85,000 plus up to 15% bonus and 3 remote working days per week</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/VG9tLk1vcmdhbi42MTExMS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
  • 2026-08-07T15:06:35Z
Management Accountant
  • Gloucester, Gloucestershire
  • remote
  • Permanent
  • 50000 - 55000 GBP / Yearly
  • <p>Robert Half are working in partnership with a well-established, thriving business in Gloucester to recruit a Management Accountant role on a full-time permanent basis. This is an autonomous role that take ownership of the management accounting process, improve processes and will have scope to progress into a Finance Manager position in the near future! This is a progressive role that will be fully office based in Gloucester, with a salary between £50,000 - £55,000 plus excellent benefits on offer. </p><p> </p><p><strong>Key duties</strong></p><p> </p><p>The main duties of the Management Accountant role will consist of:</p><p> </p><ul><li>Preparation of monthly management accounts</li><li>Variance analysis and cost analysis</li><li>Balance sheet reconciliations and reporting</li><li>Accruals and prepayments</li><li>Fixed assets and depreciation</li><li>WIP analysis and deferred income</li><li>Preparation of year end statutory accounts</li><li>Improve and implement processes when required</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>About you..</strong></p><p> </p><p>To be considered for the Management Accountant role, you must ideally possess the following skills and experience:</p><p> </p><p> </p><ul><li>Must have proven management accounting experience</li><li>Ideally CIMA, ACCA or ACA qualified, AAT qualified or QBE with proven manufacturing industry experience would also be considered.</li><li>Must ideally have experience within a manufacturing, engineering or a product based business</li><li>Strong communication skills</li><li>Good attention to detail</li><li>Excellent work ethic</li><li>Strong Excel skills</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Salary &amp; Benefits</strong></p><p> </p><p> </p><ul><li>£50,000 - £55,000 (DOE)</li><li>25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays)</li><li>Pension scheme</li><li>On site canteen</li><li>Excellent office facilities</li><li>On site parking</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/cGF0cmljay5jaHVuZy4wNDAxNC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
  • 2026-07-10T14:07:18Z