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Interim Financial Controller

Marlow, Buckinghamshire
remote
Temporary
351 - 425 GBP / Daily
Interim Financial Controller (FC) Location: Marlow (4 days onsite) Rate: £425 per day (Inside IR35) Contract: Interim - Immediate StartI am currently supporting a business in Marlow with the appointment of an Interim Financial Controller to join on a true cover basis. This is a hands-on role requiring an experienced finance professional who can step in quickly and ensure continuity across the accounting function.This position will suit a technically strong Financial Controller or Accounting Operations Manager with experience in fast-paced, operational environments.<h3 data-end="718" data-start="690" data-section-id="165gfiz">Key Responsibilities</h3><ul data-start="719" data-end="1689"><li data-section-id="5750yb" data-start="719" data-end="834">Oversee day-to-day accounting operations including AP, AR, payroll accounting, fixed assets, and general ledger</li><li data-end="932" data-section-id="ulww7y" data-start="835">Manage month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness</li><li data-end="1042" data-section-id="9y1dly" data-start="933">Prepare and review journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and Trial Balance submissions to Group</li><li data-section-id="1ga49a8" data-start="1043" data-end="1122">Lead statutory accounts preparation and support tax compliance requirements</li><li data-section-id="cqzv1d" data-start="1123" data-end="1217">Coordinate internal and external audits, ensuring audit readiness and strong documentation</li><li data-end="1309" data-start="1218" data-section-id="1y1vh1j">Oversee costing processes including standard costing, BOM reviews, and annual cost roll</li><li data-start="1310" data-section-id="gowjni" data-end="1398">Manage treasury activities including cash flow forecasting and banking relationships</li><li data-end="1460" data-start="1399" data-section-id="1j3bjr2">Review UK VAT returns and payroll-related reconciliations</li><li data-start="1461" data-section-id="1fjyyh0" data-end="1542">Maintain and strengthen internal controls and support internal audit activity</li><li data-section-id="1ydmbl9" data-start="1543" data-end="1616">Drive process improvements to support a high-volume, growing business</li><li data-start="1617" data-section-id="oweyi8" data-end="1689">Act as a key finance partner to stakeholders across the organisation</li></ul><h3 data-end="1726" data-section-id="1724q1r" data-start="1696">Candidate Requirements</h3><ul data-start="1727" data-end="2366"><li data-end="1778" data-section-id="1f3gaxb" data-start="1727">Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA)</li><li data-start="1779" data-section-id="5st5ef" data-end="1863">Proven experience in a Financial Controller or senior accounting operations role</li><li data-section-id="ycfnqg" data-start="1864" data-end="1936">Strong technical accounting knowledge, including IFRS and/or US GAAP</li><li data-section-id="bu1qsm" data-start="1937" data-end="2000">Experience preparing statutory accounts and managing audits</li><li data-start="2001" data-section-id="keq3am" data-end="2064">Experience working in a fast-paced, operational environment</li><li data-end="2143" data-start="2065" data-section-id="1fb3y53">Strong leadership experience, with the ability to manage and develop teams</li><li data-end="2212" data-section-id="jmxz3m" data-start="2144">Excellent organisational, analytical, and problem-solving skills</li><li data-end="2296" data-section-id="17s3pen" data-start="2213">Confident communicator with the ability to engage effectively with stakeholders</li><li data-start="2297" data-section-id="12vudac" data-end="2366">Able to work autonomously and deliver in a fast-paced environment</li></ul><h3 data-end="2403" data-section-id="o20c5v" data-start="2373">Additional Information</h3><ul data-end="2632" data-start="2404"><li data-start="2404" data-section-id="1gxr12h" data-end="2508">This is a high-impact role with full ownership of the finance function during a period of transition</li><li data-end="2583" data-section-id="1i4uo8o" data-start="2509">Requires a hands-on approach and the ability to hit the ground running</li><li data-section-id="n5wjz0" data-start="2584" data-end="2632">4 days per week onsite in Marlow is required</li></ul>If you are an experienced Financial Controller available at short notice and looking for your next interim opportunity, please apply or get in touch for further details.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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/THVrZS5FZGdlY29tYmUuMTc2NzMuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-05-01T15:16:08Z

Head of Finance

City of London, London
remote
Permanent
100000 - 105000 GBP / Yearly
Head of Finance | Property Managed Services | Central London (Hybrid Working) | £100,000 - £105,000 | Permanent Role Robert Half are working with a Leading Multinational in the Property and Workplace Services Space, known for delivering integrated solutions across a global client base. Following an internal promotion, the business is now looking to hire a Head of Finance to oversee a portfolio of 20 clients, working closely with operational teams to drive financial performance and commercial insight. This is a high-impact leadership role for a commercially driven finance professional who thrives in a matrix environment, enjoys operating at pace, and is confident influencing senior operational and executive stakeholders. You will play a critical role in driving performance, strengthening financial governance, and supporting strategic decision-making across a large, revenue-generating portfolio. 📊 About the Position Reporting to the Sector Finance Director, you will: <ul><li>Provide financial leadership across multiple business units, ensuring delivery of growth, margin improvement, and operational performance across a complex client portfolio. * Act as a key finance business partner to Executive Directors and senior operational leadership teams, influencing commercial decisions and strategic direction. * Review and challenge monthly P&L, balance sheet, forecasts, and management reporting, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and actionable insight. * Lead monthly business and contract performance reviews, with a strong focus on underperforming contracts, risk identification, and value creation opportunities. * Support divisional budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning cycles, ensuring robust assumptions and commercial alignment. * Oversee financial governance, ensuring balance sheet integrity, compliance with internal controls, and adherence to relevant accounting standards and frameworks. * Support new business wins from a financial perspective, providing oversight from tender stage through mobilisation and transition. * Drive continuous improvement across reporting processes, systems usage, and financial controls, reducing inefficiencies and enhancing data quality. * Provide high-quality financial analysis, modelling, and insight to support commercial decision-making and performance improvement.</li></ul> 📋 What we're looking for <ul><li>Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA) with significant post-qualification experience in a senior finance business partnering role. * Strong experience working in a contracts-led, service-based environment is essential, ideally within industries such as Facilities Management, Property Services, Defence, Security, Cleaning, Catering, Infrastructure Services, or similar multi-site operational businesses. * Demonstrable background in business partnering within complex, operational organisations where performance is driven by contract delivery and margin management. * Proven experience influencing senior operational stakeholders and working effectively within a matrix structure. * Strong technical grounding in management accounting, financial reporting, and performance management, with the ability to operate at both detail and strategic level. * Experience reviewing, challenging, and improving financial performance across large, multi-contract portfolios, including P&L, forecasting, and budgeting. * Strong understanding of financial governance, controls, and ideally experience working within structured compliance environments. * Excellent communication and influencing skills, with the ability to translate financial data into clear commercial insight and actionable recommendations. * A proactive, hands-on leader who drives accountability, improves performance, and builds strong cross-functional relationships across operational teams.</li></ul> 🤝 Here's what's waiting for you <ul><li>£100,000 - £105,000 base salary plus bonus * Hybrid working model - 3 days per week in the Central London office * Private healthcare and enhanced benefits package * 25 days holiday plus bank holidays * Senior exposure to divisional and executive leadership teams * Strong career progression within a large, growing UK finance structure * Opportunity to shape financial performance across a significant client portfolio * High visibility role with direct commercial impact across multiple business units</li></ul> 💼 Why this role could be your next move This is a rare opportunity to step into a senior client-facing finance leadership role with genuine breadth and influence. You will operate close to divisional leadership, shaping financial strategy while ensuring strong delivery across a complex, multi-contract portfolio. The organisation continues to experience strong growth and regular new contract wins, creating ongoing opportunities for senior finance professionals who can combine commercial thinking with strong technical and governance capability. With a proven track record of internal progression, this role offers both immediate impact and longer-term progression into divisional or country-level leadership positions.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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/T2xpdmVyLldvbmcuNTk2MjYuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-05-06T11:30:55Z

Management Accountant

London, London
remote
Permanent
55000 - 60000 GBP / Yearly
CompanyThis is a reputable and globally recognised management consultancy based in London. They support a diverse range of businesses in improving their strategy, organisation design, technology and leadership through their expert consultants.Due to continued growth, they are looking to hire a newly qualified Management Accountant to join their finance department.This a great opportunity for a recently qualified Accountant to join a fast-paced and collaborative environment.RoleReporting into the Finance Manager, the Management Accountant will play a key part in supporting both financial reporting and commercial decision-making across multiple entities.Key responsibilities include:<ul><li>Prepare monthly management accounts, including variance analysis and commentary.</li><li>Work closely with senior stakeholders across the business, providing analysis and insight to drive performance.</li><li>Maintain and improve financial controls and processes.</li><li>Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes.</li><li>Assist with year-end audit and statutory reporting requirements.</li><li>Contribute to continuous improvement of systems and reporting tools.</li></ul>ProfileThe ideal profile for this Management Accountant position, should have the following:<ul><li>Newly qualified Accountant (ACA/ACCA, CIMA).</li><li>Experience in preparation of management account processes & owning month-end procedures.</li><li>Strong analytical and problem solving skills. </li><li>Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.</li><li>Previous experience in a professional services environment is desirable.</li><li>Exposure to PowerBI is advantageous.</li></ul>Salary & Benefits£55,000 - £60,000 plus benefits:<ul><li>Discretionary bonus scheme</li><li>Hybrid working scheme</li><li>Pension scheme</li><li>25 days holiday + bank holidays</li><li>Regular company socials</li><li>Company trips and more.</li></ul>The salary range/rates of pay is dependent upon your experience, qualifications or training.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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/RGF2aWQuU2hvZ2Vsb2xhLjAyMTg2LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
2026-05-11T15:35:40Z

Finance Manager

Kensington and Chelsea, London
remote
Permanent
70000 - 90000 GBP / Yearly
Finance Manager - Private Equity Location: South Kensington, London (Onsite)Robert Half is partnering with a high-growth, boutique private equity firm to appoint a Finance Manager. This is a broad, hands-on role within a lean, high-performing team, offering close exposure to senior leadership and the opportunity to play a key role in the firm's continued growth. The position reports directly to the CEO.<h3>The Opportunity</h3>This is a unique opportunity to join a scaling finance function in a dynamic private equity environment. You'll work closely with the CEO, taking ownership of core accounting responsibilities while gaining exposure to fund structures and contributing to strategic decision-making.<h3>Key Responsibilities</h3><ul><li>Oversee day-to-day finance operations across the group</li><li>Prepare monthly management accounts for group entities, funds, SPVs, and construction projects</li><li>Liaise with third-party fund administrators on fund accounting and reporting</li><li>Produce monthly and annual financial statements (IFRS/GAAP)</li><li>Support VAT returns, tax compliance, and audit processes</li><li>Assist with treasury management and cash flow forecasting</li><li>Maintain and develop financial models for performance tracking and analysis</li><li>Contribute to management and board reporting</li><li>Partner with investment and operations teams across multiple jurisdictions</li><li>Identify and implement process improvements as the business scales</li></ul><h3>Candidate Profile</h3>Qualifications & Experience<ul><li>Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA)</li><li>Post-qualified experience in industry, ideally within Private Equity, Financial Services, Real Estate, or Construction</li><li>Strong technical accounting knowledge (IFRS/GAAP essential)</li><li>Experience in a hands-on SME or high-growth environment</li></ul>Skills & Attributes<ul><li>Proactive and adaptable, with an entrepreneurial mindset</li><li>Strong attention to detail combined with commercial awareness</li><li>Confident communicator, comfortable working with senior stakeholders</li></ul>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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/TW9sbGllLkRlbmVlZmVQb3J0ZXIuMTk0OTUuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-05-18T12:58:05Z

Accounts Senior

Alton, Hampshire
remote
Permanent
40000 - 50000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half are pleased to be partnering with an established accountancy firm based in Alton (GU34) to recruit an Accounts Senior. The Accounts Senior will receive a salary of up to £50,000 along with other attractive benefits! Primary responsibilities; <ul><li>Provide quality accounting and audit services to a varied client portfolio.</li><li>Plan audits ensuring that each stage is completed to the firm's standards, overseeing the work of junior staff as appropriate.</li><li>Meet own individual performance level criteria/objectives such as chargeable %, recoverability etc.</li><li>Prepare final accounts for clients or ensure these are prepared to the appropriate standard by junior staff.</li><li>Prepare business tax computations, corporation tax computations and draft corporate tax returns to a satisfactory standard for review/agreement by manager(s)/partner(s) dealing with the clients.</li><li>Ensure that all statutory returns are completed and filed on time, are accurate and in keeping with best practice, and that all follow up action is anticipated, planned and implemented. To ensure that clients are kept informed about their obligations and deadlines and that they are kept up to date with any relevant changes in legislation or best practice.</li><li>Take a lead role in the planning and monitoring of own workflow, and the effective financial management, of accounts and audit work under own control.</li><li>Set time and fee budgets for all work within the portfolio including monitoring/checking time spent against budget.</li><li>Have input to fee quotes and to prepare for manager/partner approval as required.</li><li>Build rapport and maintain regular contact with clients by telephone, email, letter and in person. To check the content of letters/e-mails etc. with the appropriate manager/partner before despatch.</li></ul> Key experience and attributes; <ul><li>Minimum of 2 years experience working in practice</li><li>Ideally ACCA/ACA part qualified as minimum</li><li>Audit experience is desirable, not essential</li><li>Comfortable communicating with clients</li><li>A self-starter</li><li>Excellent attention to detail</li></ul>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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Sm9yZGFuLldlc3QuNDA5NTcuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-04-28T16:35:43Z

Fund Accountant

City of London, London
remote
Permanent
60000 - 80000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half are partnering with a specialist investment manager seeking to hire a permanent Fund Accountant into its London-based Finance team. This is an exciting opportunity to take sole ownership of the fund accounting function, with scope to grow and develop within the company over time. Previous experience with listed equities is essential for this role. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES<ul><li>Oversight and review of monthly NAVs (including creation and review of shadow NAVs) across a range of fund structures, including hedge funds and long-only strategies.</li><li>Ownership and management of all tax documentation including withholding tax processes and coordination of global tax requirements and management of fund tax compliance.</li><li>Act as primary contact with fund administrators, with responsibility for share class hedging and allocations, performance fee calculations and equalisation, and expense allocations and accruals.</li><li>Review and approval of fund expense budgets (AIFs and UCITS)</li><li>Coordination of annual audits and ongoing liaison with auditors and tax advisors</li><li>Review of interim and annual financial statements</li><li>Support fund-related reporting for internal governance and Board reporting</li><li>Ownership of research cost accounting and reporting, including monthly accruals and reconciliations, broker payments, and annual costs and charges disclosures.</li><li>Support new fund launches and product developments</li><li>Act as a key partner to Operations and Investment teams on fund-related matters</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, scalability and controls</li><li>Drive automation and better use of systems, including AI and emerging technologies</li><li>Reduce manual processes and help build a more scalable operating model</li></ul> CANDIDATE PROFILE<ul><li>Proven experience in fund accounting with strong knowledge of alternative and long-only funds.</li><li>Previous UCITS equity funds experience</li><li>Experience working with third-party administrators</li><li>Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities</li><li>Confident communicator, able to build relationships across teams and with external providers</li><li>Proactive, hands-on and solutions-focused with the ability to work autonomously yet has the experience and judgement to understand when it is appropriate to escalate an issue</li><li>Comfortable working in a busy environment and taking ownership</li><li>Curious mindset with an interest in improving processes and using technology to drive efficiency</li><li>Ambition to develop and take on broader responsibility over time</li></ul>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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Um9iaW4uSG9iYnMuODAxNzguMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-04-22T12:55:00Z

Resilience, Continuity & Recovery Manager (DORA)

City of London, London
remote
Permanent
65000 - 95000 GBP / Yearly
Resilience, Continuity & Recovery Manager (DORA) -Incident ManagerUK Remote | PermanentHiring a Senior Resilience, Continuity, Recovery Manager and Incident Manager with strong DORA experience to lead operational resilience, major incident management and recovery planning within a regulated financial services environment.Key experience: * MUST DORA / Operational Resilience * Major Incident Management * Business Continuity & Disaster Recovery * Financial Services / FinTech * ISO 22301 / ISO 27001 / NIST * Stakeholder & Regulatory ManagementThis role will lead DORA implementation, resilience testing, ICT incident response, third-party risk and enterprise recovery planning across the business.High-impact role with strong visibility and ownership.Apply now for immediate consideration.#DORA #OperationalResilience #BusinessContinuity #FinTech #RiskManagementRobert 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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/dG9ueS5rb3lyYXR0eS45NjM1NC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-05-11T19:52:00Z

Head of Finance

City of London, London
remote
Permanent
120000 - 130000 GBP / Yearly
Head of Finance | Energy | Central London (Hybrid) | £120,000 - £130,000 | Permanent Role Robert Half is partnering with a leading energy business that forms part of a large international group, combining the scale and backing of a multinational organisation with a commercially agile and operationally focused culture. This role sits within one of the group's specialist divisions, supporting a broad portfolio of public and private sector clients across complex infrastructure and energy-related projects. The business operates in a fast-moving, project-driven environment, working closely with operational and commercial teams to deliver long-term sustainable solutions for clients across the UK. This is a broad and commercially focused Head of Finance role, reporting directly into the Managing Director with a strong dotted line into the CFO. The position offers significant exposure to both operational and strategic leadership, combining ownership of the finance function with genuine influence across the business. 📊 About the Position As Head of Finance, you'll lead the day-to-day finance function and act as a key business partner to both operational and commercial leadership teams. This is a highly visible role with broad exposure across financial control, planning, commercial decision-making, and operational performance. Day-to-day, you'll: <ul><li>Lead, develop, and motivate the finance team, ensuring clear priorities, strong performance, and ongoing development across the function. * Own the month-end close process, delivering accurate and timely management accounts, KPI reporting, and financial commentary to senior leadership. * Lead budgeting, forecasting, and longer-term planning processes, including scenario analysis and performance modelling. * Partner closely with operational and commercial stakeholders, supporting project delivery, procurement activity, contract reviews, and profitability improvement initiatives. * Maintain a strong financial control environment, ensuring balance sheet integrity, reconciliations, and compliance with group and statutory requirements. * Oversee cash flow management, working capital, payroll oversight, and liquidity forecasting. * Coordinate statutory accounts preparation, audit processes, and wider external reporting requirements. * Drive continuous improvement across finance processes, reporting, systems, and controls. * Support senior leadership on strategic initiatives, investment decisions, and wider commercial projects. * Act as a key finance lead across the division, providing insight, challenge, and commercial support to both finance and non-finance stakeholders.</li></ul> This role offers a strong blend of operational finance leadership and commercial business partnering, making it particularly well suited to someone who enjoys working closely with the business. 📋 What We're Looking For <ul><li>Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent). * Significant post-qualified experience within a senior finance leadership role. * Experience within either construction, energy services, facilities management, engineering, or project-based environments is essential.</li><li>Strong understanding of payroll, procurement, and operational finance processes. * Experience leading budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning within a fast-moving and operationally focused business. * Commercially minded with strong business partnering capability and the confidence to influence senior stakeholders. * Previous people management experience, with a track record of developing and leading high-performing teams. * Confident communicator, capable of translating financial information into clear commercial insight for operational stakeholders.</li></ul> 🤝 Here's What's Waiting for You <ul><li>£120,000 - £130,000 base salary. * Hybrid working model with Central London office base. * Direct exposure to both the Managing Director and CFO. * Broad leadership role with genuine commercial influence across the business. * A highly visible position within a growing and operationally focused division. * The opportunity to shape finance processes, reporting, and controls within a complex environment. * Long-term career opportunities within a large international group.</li></ul> 💼 Why This Role Could Be Your Next Move This is far more than a traditional Head of Finance role. You'll operate as a genuine commercial partner to the leadership team, supporting operational performance, influencing strategic decisions, and helping drive the continued growth of the business. Alongside ownership of the finance function, you'll gain broad exposure across operational and commercial activity, working closely with stakeholders across project delivery, procurement, planning, and business performance. The role offers the scale and backing of a large international group whilst still maintaining the visibility, pace, and broad exposure often found in more entrepreneurial environments. For someone looking to combine strong financial leadership with genuine operational and commercial involvement within a growing and project-led business, this represents an excellent opportunity. 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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/T2xpdmVyLldvbmcuOTAwOTQuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-05-22T16:26:51Z

Accounts Assistant

London, London
remote
Contract
15 - 18 GBP / Hourly
Robert Half Finance & Accounting are partnering with a leading Engineering Company in London to recruit an immediate, temporary Accounts Assistant for 3-6 months.Role:Our client is looking for an immediate temporary, Accounts Assistant to assist them for 3-6 months. You will be responsible for following duties: <ul><li>Entering and maintaining financial, project and other data within the accounting system ▪</li><li>Processing invoices, payments, and financial documentation accurately and efficiently including liaison with debtors, investigation, and resolution of queries </li><li>Maintaining accounts payable and receivable records including code and enter invoices, obtain authorisations, clear down accounts, intercompany invoicing, remittances ▪ Processing of expenses, including review for accuracy and completeness</li><li>Reconcile company virtual credit card statements and enter transactions into PL, ensure all purchase receipts are received</li><li>Complete monthly reconciliations, including intercompany and investigate discrepancies</li><li>Support the preparation of financial reports and month-end activities including accruals, prepayments, depreciation, process journals </li><li>Act as first point of contact for timesheet related queries and produce reporting</li><li>Update monthly exchange rates and circulate</li><li>Maintain fixed asset register</li><li>Assist in budget preparation and financial forecasting</li><li>Assist with annual audit including carbon audit</li><li>Ensure compliance with internal controls, policies, and relevant regulations</li><li>Adhere to Company procedures in the management, delivery and administration of services</li><li>Have an understanding and awareness of the company values and business plan and your contribution to both </li><li>Observe and maintain Company Health and Safety Policy across all activities</li><li>Undertake other reasonable duties as requested by your line manager</li></ul> Profile:The successful temporary Accounts Assistant will either be a Finance graduate looking to gain entry level finance experience or have over 2 years experience.You must be immediate or 1 weeks notice to be considered for this role.Client:Our client are a Leading Engineering Company based in London. You will have the opportunity to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment. Salary & Benefits:This role is paying between £15-£18p/h, dependant on experience. 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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/SGFycnkuU3RvcmV5Ljc0NzcxLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
2026-05-14T11:47:52Z

CRM Developer- D365/Power Platform (Top Company!)

London, London
remote
Permanent
40000 - 60000 GBP / Yearly
CRM Developer- D365/Power Platform (Top Company!) Are you looking to work for an organisation with a real purpose ? Are you a D365 Developer who is looking to work with Power Platform, Power Apps, Power BI and Power Automate? Do you want to work in a cutting-edge company where innovation is at the heart of their culture?Do you want to learn DataBricks?, DataLake? are you excited about the cloud and AI? this hiring manager has a track record of developing and growing peoples careers! If so apply now!!Location:<h2 class="qrShPb pXs6bb PZPZlf q8U8x aTI8gc" data-ved="2ahUKEwi53Yz2k5mFAxVdhv0HHacfDr8Q3B0oAHoECGgQAQ" data-attrid="title" data-dtype="d3ifr" data-local-attribute="d3bn">Location: London, (Central London) (hybrid Working) </h2>You will be joining a hand on, technical, user-focused, and passionate person to join our team asThe D365 CRM Developer will be you'll work with the business, product owner and Head of Product to elicit business requirements, translate into user stories and tickets, and work with the business systems developer to develop, test and deliver the business requirements. The role will also include:<ul><li>The CRM Developer will be responsible for administering, troubleshooting, customising and delivering business updates into the business systems with a primary focus on Dynamics CRM and Business Central.</li><li>You'll be expected to champion the use of the business systems to the existing champions, and arrange suitable training to allow the champions to support the business users.</li><li>You will be expected to review the systems on a regular basis to ensure they are secured and licenced correctly, and where possible look at ways of reducing cost.</li><li>You will also coordinate the development and testing of new changes and solutions and maintain documentation for users and administrators.</li></ul>Experience required<ul><li>Experience administering and customising MS Dynamics 365 Customer Service or similar - Must have</li><li>Experience administering and customising MS Dynamics NAV/Business Central -Must have.</li><li>Experience with Azure ADO, or equivalent tooling - highly desirable.</li><li>Experience with delivering projects using Agile & Scrum - highly desirable.</li><li>Solid understanding of software development lifecycles.</li><li>Knowledge of languages such as XML, SQL, JavaScript, Python, .NET and C# - desirable.</li></ul>Excellent benefits on offer<ul><li>A pension scheme of </li><li>Life assurance of four times your salary</li><li>The day off to celebrate your birthday.</li><li>HIGH BONUS </li></ul>Two stage interview process and quick turnaround, no tests! APPLY NOW!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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/dG9ueS5rb3lyYXR0eS4yMjc3NS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-05-01T05:55:23Z

FP&A Analyst

Reading, Berkshire
remote
Temporary
250 - 300 GBP / Daily
FP&A Analyst - Reading - £300 per day - 12 month contract - 4 day per week from homeI am currently recruiting for an FP&A analyst for my client based in Reading. The ideal candidate would have worked for a SAAS business and be available on short notice.Job Accountabilities/Targets:<ul><li>Ownership of Live Business Model, forecasting and analytics by Product Line</li><li>Collaborate with department heads to continuously refine sales forecast</li><li>Produce monthly Power BI financial and KPI reports for business stakeholders</li><li>Support CFO and Leadership Team in budgeting process through data modelling, analytics, reporting and cross-team collaboration</li><li>Complete regular variance analysis reports with commentary</li><li>Prepare, analyse and cleanse historic data to provide accurate business trend analyses</li><li>Collaborate with Sales Operations Manager to collate monthly sales bookings figures</li><li>Communicate within and across teams to comprehend data and provide commentary</li><li>Liaise with Marketing Team to complete Budget Book following final budget approval</li><li>Work with finance team to improve accuracy of reporting and automation </li></ul>Competencies: <ul><li>Experience working in high volume, contracted recurring business</li><li>Ability to work and interact with senior business stakeholders</li><li>Experience with producing complex financial models involving sales mix, volume and margin % challenges such that flex and range of outcomes within tolerance is imperative.</li><li>Strong and proven communication skills</li><li>Proven ability to initiate and deliver change and have a proactive and creative approach to problem solving.</li></ul>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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/TWF4LkNvdXJ0bmFnZS4wNzA4Ni4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-05-14T14:22:51Z

Financial Controller

City of London, London
remote
Permanent
100000 - 120000 GBP / Yearly
Financial Controller | Facilities and Property Services | Central London (Hybrid Working) | £100-120,000 ⚠️ Due to business requirements, candidates must demonstrate professional fluency in French for this position. Robert Half is partnering with a leading Facilities and property services organisation to appoint a Financial Controller. This is a newly created role driven by the continued growth and evolution of the Group Finance function. This is a senior, high-profile position within the Central London-based team, reporting directly to the CFO and responsible for Group consolidation, technical accounting, and external reporting. The business is highly acquisitive, having completed numerous deals across Europe, and this role offers significant exposure to M&A, integration projects, and senior stakeholders across the Group. You will ensure the integrity of Group financial information and play a key part in shaping financial processes and reporting as the organisation continues its ambitious growth journey. 📊 About the Role <ul><li>Lead the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end Group consolidation process across multiple jurisdictions and currencies. * Prepare IFRS-compliant consolidated financial statements, ensuring accuracy and consistency. * Act as IFRS subject-matter expert, drafting and embedding accounting policies across the Group. * Provide technical guidance on complex issues, including business combinations, revenue recognition, and financial instruments. * Take ownership of the Group's consolidation process, ensuring accuracy, integrity, and continuous improvement. * Act as the main point of contact for the Group audit, ensuring a smooth, timely, and high-quality process. * Partner with local finance teams across Europe, supporting compliance, integration, and process development.</li></ul> 📋 About You <ul><li>Professional Fluency in French.</li><li>ACA or CA qualified accountant. * Trained within audit at a large or medium-sized accounting firm. * Significant post-qualification experience in Group reporting and consolidations within a multinational environment. * Alternatively, this role would also suit a Senior Manager from a top 20 practice with strong technical accounting and consolidation experience, looking to make their first move into industry. * Deep, practical knowledge of IFRS, including experience implementing new standards. * Excellent communicator, able to work effectively with senior stakeholders and finance teams across different countries. * Detail-oriented with a strong commitment to accuracy, governance, and assurance.</li></ul> 🤝 What's on Offer <ul><li>£100-120,000 base salary. * Hybrid working - typically three days per week in the Central London office. * Senior, visible role at Group level, partnering closely with the CFO. * Significant exposure to M&A, integration, and cross-border projects as the business continues its acquisitive growth strategy. * Opportunity to lead on Group-level consolidation, technical accounting, and reporting. * Career-defining opportunity in a fast-growing, dynamic international group.</li></ul> 💼 Why Join This Business This is a rare opportunity to step into a newly created senior Group Finance role within a business on a rapid growth journey. The company continues to complete multiple acquisitions each year across Europe, providing outstanding exposure to complex consolidations, technical accounting, and integration projects. As Financial Controller, you'll play a central role in shaping how the Group manages reporting and governance at scale, while working closely with senior leadership in a dynamic, acquisitive, and ambitious organisation.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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/T2xpdmVyLldvbmcuMjA1NTEuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-05-14T10:48:20Z

HR Business Partner

City of London, London
remote
Contract
400 - 500 GBP / Daily
Role:Our client is looking to recruit an immediate, Senior HRBP for a 6 month Temp to perm role. In this role you will be responsible for the following duties: <ul><li>Partner with Managing Director and the TSE Management Team to ensure compliance with Global and Regional HR policies and best practices</li><li>Build strong relationships with UK people managers and hold regular check-ins to provide support and guidance on people-related issues. Advise on appropriate solutions, ensuring a consistent approach of policies and practices, while also supporting the successful integration of new hires.</li><li>Act as trainer and support for Managers on performance management best practices. Provide coaching and guidance for Annual alignment discussions, Introductory reviews, Semi Annual Performance Evaluations and other processes required by the Company, evangelising the global Matrix and Framework to ensure fairness and consistency in rewards, recognition and growth opportunities</li><li>Partner with managers in other regions, as needed, to provide guidance and support, and to harmonise HR practices and approaches across the business</li><li>Although not a direct reporting line, this role supports and assists the India HR Business Partner by providing counsel and guidance aligned with global HR policies, standards, and best practices.</li><li>Establish regular touch-points with the India HRBP to review ongoing employee matters, share insights, and help ensure consistent application of company policies and processes across regions.</li><li>Serve as a key liaison between the India HRBP and U.S. Home Office HR, helping bridge time zone gaps and facilitating timely communication, escalation, and decision-making when needed.</li><li>Manage the local on-boarding process and ensure new hires are effectively integrated into the company and conduct induction sessions for regional hires.</li><li>Record/request all employee changes (manager, title or department changes, pay rises, promotions, terminations) in tracker and HRIS</li><li>Process 90 day probationary letters as applicable</li><li>Process and file all necessary paperwork/forms as it relates to on boarding (including right to work process, benefits enrolment, etc), probationary period reviews and off boarding</li><li>Ensure employee's compliance with mandatory tasks in the HRIS system, including time off requests</li><li>Liaise with Finance to ensure payroll trackers are updated to ensure any necessary adjustments are captured</li></ul>Profile:The successful temp to perm, HRBP will have at least 6+ years experience working within experience and demonstrated success in an HR Business Partner or Generalist capacity, preferably in a start up environment. You must be either immediate or on a 1 week notice to be considered for this role. Client:Our client is a London-based tech company. You will work 3 days per week from their office and 2 days Salary & Benefits:This immediate, temp to perm HRBP role will be paying circa £300 - £500 per day. This is dependant on experience.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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/RWxpYW5hLlphbWV0LjQwODMwLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
2026-04-08T10:34:23Z

Finance Analyst

City of London, London
remote
Permanent
55000 - 57000 GBP / Yearly
Finance Analyst | Media & Advertising | Central London (Hybrid Working) | £57,000 Robert Half are working with one of the world's largest Media & Advertising groups to recruit a Finance Analyst into their London-based finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for a newly qualified auditor, ideally with IFRS 16 leases experience, to step into a high-visibility role within a globally recognised business. Operating across 200+ entities within an international structure, the organisation supports a portfolio of media agencies, providing strong international exposure and a broad view of regional financial operations. The role offers regular interaction with senior finance stakeholders, giving you the chance to build relationships, develop commercially, and gain valuable insight across multiple markets. 📊 About the Position Reporting into a Finance Manager, you'll play a key role in supporting regional reporting cycles, partnering with local finance teams, and delivering high-quality analysis across multiple international markets. Your responsibilities will include: <ul><li>Ownership of reporting for 2-3 markets, partnering closely with local finance teams. * Analysing monthly results and quarterly forecasts, ensuring accuracy and integrity of submissions. * Preparing insightful commentary for senior regional and global stakeholders. * Reviewing and interrogating SOX controls documentation in line with internal requirements. * Identifying and resolving key balance sheet and P&L reporting issues. * Supporting local teams with accounting queries, including IFRS 16 leases where applicable. * Driving process improvements through data, automation, and use of emerging technologies.</li></ul> 📋 What we're looking for <ul><li>Fully qualified accountant (ACA, CA) - Newly qualified. * Background in audit, ideally from a big 4 firm. * Exposure to IFRS 16 leases is strongly preferred. * Strong analytical skillset with the ability to interpret large data sets. * Experience working in a SOX-controlled environment is advantageous. * Confident communicator with the ability to build relationships across international teams.</li></ul> 🤝 What's on offer <ul><li>Salary of £57,000. * Hybrid working - 3 days per week in the office. * 25 days holiday * Additional Christmas shutdown (on top of annual leave). * Competitive pension scheme with up to 10.5% employer contribution. * Life assurance. * Private healthcare and dental options. * Access to GP services. * Health & Wellbeing fund. * Christmas shopping vouchers. * Summer hours - early finish on Fridays. * Access to a vibrant, collaborative office environment with a strong social culture. * Excellent progression opportunities within a global organisation.</li></ul> 💼 Why this role could be your next move This is an ideal first move out of practice for a newly qualified auditor looking to gain international exposure within a fast-paced environment. You'll work closely with senior stakeholders across multiple markets, developing both your technical and commercial skillset while contributing to high-impact regional reporting.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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/T2xpdmVyLldvbmcuOTk5NjAuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-04-14T15:47:02Z

Senior QA Engineer (Innovative TechFirm!)

London, London
remote
Permanent
55000 - 60000 GBP / Yearly
Are you a solutions-focused Senior QA Engineer with strong experience in Selenium, Java, C#, or Python? Do you want to be part of an ambitious, innovative company experiencing rapid growth? This organisation grew headcount by 35% last year and has major plans for 2026/2027.This role is based in WEST LONDONTHIS IS A NUMBER 1 Role in the Software Dev team and offers a Senior QA Engineer full influence to drive the platform and company forward. This is a well-established global business with a modern tech culture, offering the chance to work on large greenfield projects and make a real impact from day one.<h2 data-end="587" data-start="571">Why This Role</h2><ul data-start="588" data-end="789"><li data-start="588" data-end="628">Work on major greenfield initiatives</li><li data-end="675" data-start="629">Join a company making a genuine difference</li><li data-end="730" data-start="676">Strong career progression in a fast-growing sector</li><li data-end="789" data-start="731">Hybrid: 3 days in the West London HQ, 2 days from home</li></ul><h2 data-start="791" data-end="823">What the Hiring Manager Wants</h2>Someone who:<ul data-start="837" data-end="1072"><li data-end="867" data-start="837">Can hit the ground running</li><li data-start="868" data-end="930">Has strong manual and automation experience (BDD required)</li><li data-start="931" data-end="981">Can work effectively in a small, hands-on team</li><li data-end="1021" data-start="982">Communicates well with stakeholders</li><li data-start="1022" data-end="1072">Enjoys problem-solving and improving processes</li></ul><h2 data-end="1091" data-start="1074">About the Role</h2>This is a NUMBER 1 role in the QA Team and you will be working on a market-leading global analytics platform. The role is around 50% Manuel and 50% automation with a mix of UI and API testing.<h2 data-end="1271" data-start="1248">Key Responsibilities</h2><ul data-end="1591" data-start="1272"><li data-start="1272" data-end="1338">Define acceptance criteria and embed quality early in the SDLC</li><li data-end="1402" data-start="1339">Perform exploratory and automated testing across API and UI</li><li data-end="1450" data-start="1403">Build and maintain automated test scenarios</li><li data-start="1451" data-end="1484">Create and manage bug reports</li><li data-start="1485" data-end="1538">Support unit, integration, and end-to-end testing</li><li data-start="1539" data-end="1591">Work with deployment teams and resolve CI issues</li></ul><h2 data-start="1593" data-end="1608">Requirements</h2><ul data-end="1801" data-start="1609"><li data-start="1609" data-end="1650">8+ years' experience in QA Automation</li><li data-end="1690" data-start="1651">Strong manual and automation skills</li><li data-start="1691" data-end="1728">Experience in Python, Java, or C#</li><li data-end="1764" data-start="1729">UI and API automation knowledge</li><li data-start="1765" data-end="1801">Cross-functional team experience</li></ul><h2 data-start="1803" data-end="1814">Benefits</h2><ul data-end="1939" data-start="1815"><li data-end="1834" data-start="1815">25 days holiday</li><li data-start="1835" data-end="1848">10% bonus</li><li data-end="1871" data-start="1849">Private healthcare</li><li data-start="1872" data-end="1883">Pension</li><li data-end="1906" data-start="1884">Training allowance</li><li data-end="1939" data-start="1907">Enhanced holiday entitlement</li></ul><h2 data-start="1941" data-end="1961">Interview Process</h2>Two stages on Zoom. No test. Quick turnaround.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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/dG9ueS5rb3lyYXR0eS45MzEzMC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-04-01T08:06:33Z

Junior Staff Accountant

London, London
remote
Contract
18 - 25 GBP / Hourly
Role:Our client is looking for immediate, temporary, Accountant to assist them for 6 months. You be will be responsible for following duties:<ul><li>Assist with month-end and year-end close processes, including journal entry preparation, account reconciliations, and financial statement analysis.</li><li>Maintain accurate and up-to-date general ledger entries, ensuring compliance with accounting standards and organisational policies.</li><li>Review and reconcile bank statements, credit card transactions, and other financial records to ensure accuracy and completeness for multiple foreign entities.</li><li>Liaise regularly with regional accountants to ensure compliant timeliness, processes and coding with donor requirements.</li><li>Support internal and external audits by providing documentation, explanations, and reconciliations as needed.</li><li>Preparing and reviewing monthly & quarterly US Government grant financial reports and handling recodes.</li><li>Reviewing monthly expense reports of the project teams; first approver in expense reporting software.</li><li>Track project spending and manage tracking sheet and variance monitoring for grant budgets.</li><li>Liaise closely with regional Finance and Human Resource teams to project, track, analyse and adjust (e.g., cost of living adjustments) salary and benefits expenditures affecting project budgets.</li><li>Review monthly/quarterly sub-award expense reports, time sheets and post subaward expense journals to accounting system.</li><li>Provide regional budgets during the institutional budgeting process.</li><li>Prepare budgets and budget modifications for applications for funding opportunities.</li><li>Assist with special projects and ad-hoc analysis as assigned by the supervisor.</li><li>Assist with process improvements.</li></ul>Profile:The successful, temporary Accountant will be part qualified, finalist or qualified by experience. Ideally you will have a charity and not for profit background. You must be immediate or 1 weeks notice to be considered for this role.Client:Our client are a reputable not for profit based in London. You will have the opportunity to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment. Salary & Benefits:The temporary Accountant will be paying circa £18 - £25 per hour, dependant on experience.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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/TmF0aGFuLk1vd2F0dC4yODE1Mi4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-03-27T14:37:36Z

IT Systems Lead

London, London
remote
Permanent
70000 - 90000 GBP / Yearly
IT Systems Lead - London - Hybrid £70,000 - £90,000 (dependent on experience) + Equity & BenefitsHelp Build Europe's Hypersonic CapabilityThis organisation is redefining what's possible in European defence technology, delivering speed, resilience, and technological independence at a pace that sets a new standard. Operating as a small, elite, and highly capable team, it focuses on solving complex, high-impact problems quickly and effectively.They are seeking an IT Systems Lead to take ownership of core IT infrastructure and operations within a talent-dense environment where every individual has a direct impact. This is not a predefined or siloed position, it is an opportunity for a high-calibre operator to shape, build, and run IT systems from the ground up, with the autonomy to define best practice and standards.The successful candidate will play a critical role in ensuring secure, reliable, and scalable IT operations, directly contributing to the organisation's mission and Europe's broader technological independence.The RoleThe IT Systems Lead will:<ul><li>Own the Microsoft environment end-to-end, including Entra ID, Windows endpoints, Intune/Autopilot (or GPO where appropriate), and core Microsoft server services</li><li>Build and operate IT infrastructure for a UK-based engineering workshop from the ground up, including secure network access, device provisioning, and endpoint compliance</li><li>Define and implement a hardened baseline across all endpoints, including MFA enforcement, least-privilege access, patching strategies, encryption, and standardised security policies</li><li>Act as the on-site IT authority, diagnosing and resolving issues quickly, documenting outcomes, and implementing preventative measures</li><li>Partner closely with international IT teams (including Linux/Kubernetes environments) to ensure consistent identity, access, and security controls across regions</li><li>Oversight and delivery of a new UK office move</li><li>Maintain high operational standards through clear documentation, asset management, streamlined workflows, and responsive user support</li></ul>Candidate ProfileThe ideal candidate will bring:<ul><li>Proven experience owning and operating Microsoft environments in real-world settings (Entra ID, Windows endpoint management, Intune/GPO, and core server infrastructure)</li><li>A security-first mindset, with strong understanding of access control, system hardening, and auditability</li><li>The ability to operate autonomously with sound judgement, particularly in environments where they may be the sole on-site IT lead</li><li>A practical, solutions-focused approach, prioritising root cause resolution, prevention, and long-term system integrity</li><li>Experience working in fast-paced, high-performance environments where uptime, security, and delivery speed are critical</li><li>Curiosity and willingness to collaborate across technology stacks, particularly with Linux and Kubernetes-based systems</li></ul>Security ClearanceDue to the nature of the work, applicants must be British citizens (or dual nationals with British citizenship) and eligible for UK Security Clearance (SC), with the potential requirement for Developed Vetting (DV).What's on Offer<ul><li>The opportunity to contribute directly to one of Europe's most consequential defence and technology challenges</li><li>High ownership and autonomy, with full responsibility for shaping IT systems and standards</li><li>Close collaboration with leading experts across engineering, operations, and defence</li><li>A fast-paced environment where ideas are implemented quickly and outcomes matter</li><li>A culture built on clarity, integrity, and excellence, supporting individuals who take initiative and operate with accountability</li><li>Competitive compensation and meaningful equity aligned to impact and responsibility</li></ul> 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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/amFtZXMud2lsbHNvbi43MTA2NS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-04-30T15:26:23Z