<p><strong>Technical Project Manager / Business Analyst (Technical PM/BA) | Birmingham | Financial Services | January 2027 Start</strong></p><p>Robert Half is recruiting for an experienced <strong>Technical Project Manager/Business Analyst</strong> to join a Global Risk Consulting Firm as an Associate, supporting a major technology and regulatory transformation programme within a leading global financial services organisation. This is a <strong>hybrid Technical PM/BA role combining hands-on technical business analysis with end-to-end project delivery ownership</strong>. You will work across multiple software engineering teams, coordinating complex system integrations, managing technical dependencies and translating business and regulatory requirements into deliverable technology solutions. The successful PM/BA will bring a strong understanding of software engineering, system architecture and technical delivery, combined with the ability to independently manage complex, cross-functional projects.</p><p>Assignment Details</p><ul><li>📍 <strong>Location:</strong> Birmingham City Centre (<strong>5 Days Per Week Onsite)</strong></li><li>💷 <strong>Rate: £450/day+12.07% via PAYE </strong>Equivalent t<strong>o gross c.£504/day)</strong></li><li>📄 <strong>Contract:</strong> Initial 6 Months, until end of June 2027</li><li>🚀 <strong>Start Date:</strong> <strong>January 2027</strong>, subject to onboarding and clearance</li></ul><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Lead technical project delivery across multiple software engineering teams, coordinating activities, dependencies and delivery milestones.</li><li>Gather, analyse and document complex business, functional and technical requirements.</li><li>Work closely with Software Engineers, Solution Architects and Technical Leads to understand, review and challenge system architecture, API integrations and technical designs.</li><li>Coordinate technology changes spanning multiple interconnected applications, platforms and engineering teams.</li><li>Analyse existing business processes, legacy systems, data flows and calculations to support process improvement and automation.</li><li>Facilitate technical and functional workshops involving Business Management, Operations, Trading, Compliance and Engineering stakeholders.</li><li>Produce and maintain requirements documentation, process maps, workflow diagrams and technical delivery artefacts.</li><li>Proactively identify and resolve project risks, technical dependencies, integration issues and gaps in delivery ownership</li></ul><p><strong>Essential Experience</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Financial Services experience, ideally within Investment Banking, Wealth Management or complex banking technology environments.</strong></li><li><strong>Proven experience in a Technical Project Manager, Technical Business Analyst or combined Technical PM/BA role</strong> within complex software engineering programmes.</li><li><strong>Strong technical understanding of software architecture, APIs, data models, system integrations and application development.</strong></li><li>Demonstrable experience coordinating delivery across <strong>multiple interconnected systems and engineering teams</strong>, rather than solely single-application projects.</li><li>Proven ability to explain technical architecture, challenge engineering decisions and understand complex integration dependencies.</li><li>Strong business analysis capability, including requirements gathering, process modelling, technical documentation and stakeholder workshops.</li><li>Experience taking ownership of project delivery, managing milestones, dependencies, risks and issues through to implementation.</li><li>Strong understanding of software development lifecycles, including Agile and traditional delivery approaches.</li><li>Experience coordinating cross-functional UAT activities, test planning, defect management and business sign-off.</li><li>Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to quickly understand unfamiliar systems, business processes and complex technical environments.</li><li>Confident communicator, comfortable engaging with Developers, Architects, Engineering Leads and senior business stakeholders.</li></ul><p>Desirable Experience</p><ul><li>Previous hands-on software engineering, development or solution design experience.</li><li>Experience delivering regulatory technology change, controls automation or process automation initiatives.</li><li>Asset & Wealth Management technology experience.</li><li>Exposure to Front Office, Trading, Operations or Compliance functions.</li><li>Experience with complex enterprise architecture and multi-platform integrations.</li><li>Working knowledge of SQL, data analysis or legacy application processes.</li><li>Experience with Jira, Confluence, Agile, Scrum or SAFe methodologies.</li><li>Previous experience delivering technology projects within large global investment banks.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Please note:</strong> Successful applicants will be required to provide employment references covering the previous five years and undergo financial and criminal background screening in accordance with the client's onboarding requirements. Any adverse findings, including County Court Judgments (CCJs), may impact clearance and eligibility for the engagement.</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/Tmljb2xhcy5HZW9yZ2lvdS44NzczNi4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p><strong>Payroll Manager | Preston | Fully onsite | Up to £60,000</strong></p><p class="isSelectedEnd">Robert Half is partnering with a well-established business in the Preston area to recruit a Payroll Manager to lead its payroll function across a large, multi-site operation.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">Operating across several sectors, including distribution, manufacturing and retail, the business offers a varied environment and an opportunity to take ownership of a complex payroll function.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">Reporting to the Group Finance Director, you'll lead an established payroll team, overseeing both internal group payrolls and an external payroll bureau service supporting independent businesses.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd"><strong>The Role</strong></p><ul data-spread="false"><li>Oversee the end-to-end processing of multiple payrolls across the group, ensuring the accurate and timely payment of salaries, bonuses and deductions.</li><li>Manage payroll compliance, keeping up to date with HMRC legislation, statutory reporting and employment-related requirements.</li><li>Oversee pension contributions, reconciliations and associated reporting.</li><li>Manage RTI submissions, P60s, P11Ds and other statutory returns, alongside requirements such as Gender Pay Gap reporting.</li><li>Review and post payroll journals, reconcile payroll-related balance sheet accounts and ensure accurate financial records.</li><li>Produce payroll cost reports and analysis to support budgeting, forecasting and wider financial planning.</li><li>Act as the main point of contact for payroll-related audit queries, working with internal and external auditors.</li><li>Manage post-payroll queries, resolving issues efficiently and maintaining effective communication with employees and stakeholders.</li><li>Lead, develop and support the payroll team, overseeing performance, training and day-to-day operations.</li><li>Support the implementation of legislative changes, new payroll schemes and wider finance and HR projects.</li><li>Oversee the payroll bureau service, ensuring a consistent and reliable service for external clients.</li></ul><p class="isSelectedEnd"><strong>About You</strong></p><ul data-spread="false"><li>Proven experience managing end-to-end payroll within a complex or multi-payroll environment.</li><li>Strong working knowledge of UK payroll legislation, HMRC requirements and pension schemes.</li><li>Previous experience leading, managing or developing a payroll team.</li><li>Good understanding of payroll journals, reconciliations and payroll-related financial reporting.</li><li>Confident using payroll software and Microsoft Excel.</li><li>Highly organised, with excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage competing deadlines.</li><li>A confident communicator, comfortable working with finance, HR and operational stakeholders.</li><li>CIPP qualified, or working towards a relevant payroll qualification, would be advantageous.</li></ul><p class="isSelectedEnd"><strong>The Opportunity</strong></p><p class="isSelectedEnd">This is an opportunity to take ownership of a broad payroll function within an established business, combining operational delivery, team leadership, technical compliance and financial reporting.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">You'll have direct exposure to senior finance leadership and the opportunity to influence payroll processes across a varied group structure.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd"><strong>Salary & Benefits</strong></p><ul data-spread="false"><li>Salary up to £60,000, depending on experience.</li><li>30 days' annual leave, including bank holidays.</li><li>Enhanced pension and life insurance.</li><li>Free onsite parking.</li></ul><p>If you're an experienced payroll professional looking for a role with genuine ownership, team leadership and responsibility across a varied business, I'd be interested in speaking with you. Please get in touch for a confidential discussion.</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/S2lyc3R5LldvcmRlbi4yODg0NC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">