<p><strong>Finance Director</strong></p><p><strong>Halifax, West Yorkshire</strong><br /> £80,000 - £100,000 + 20% bonus + 5% pension</p><p>Robert Half Finance & Accounting are recruiting for a Finance Director to join a large, fast‑growing, European professional services organisation operating in the financial services sector.</p><p>This is a pivotal senior leadership role, reporting directly to the Group CFO, with responsibility for leading the UK financial strategy, governance and operational finance functions. The position offers genuine influence across financial performance, risk management and strategic decision‑making within a highly regulated environment.</p><p> </p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p>As Finance Director, you will take ownership of financial planning, reporting, treasury and controls, while partnering closely with the senior leadership team to drive profitability and long‑term value creation.</p><p> </p><p>Key responsibilities include:</p><ul><li>Lead and execute the UK financial strategy, aligned with wider group objectives</li><li>Oversee financial planning, budgeting and forecasting across operations</li><li>Deliver clear, insightful financial reporting and performance analysis to senior stakeholders</li><li>Own treasury management, including client monies held in escrow and integration with group cash pooling</li><li>Develop, implement and monitor accounting policies in line with UK GAAP and group standards</li><li>Ensure a robust internal control environment and effective financial risk management</li><li>Lead finance and procurement functions, embedding efficient, compliant processes</li><li>Manage supplier relationships, pricing strategy and KPI frameworks</li><li>Support regulatory compliance within a highly controlled financial services environment</li><li>Develop, lead and mentor a finance team of six, fostering a high‑performance culture</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>The Ideal Candidate</strong></p><p> </p><p>You will be a commercially minded Finance Director or senior Financial Controller ready to step into a broader strategic leadership role.</p><p> </p><p>You will ideally have:</p><ul><li>ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualification</li><li>Extensive experience in senior financial leadership roles</li><li>Strong technical accounting knowledge and controls experience</li><li>Proven track record in budgeting, forecasting and financial performance management</li><li>Experience operating in regulated or highly controlled environments</li><li>Demonstrable people leadership experience, developing and motivating finance teams</li><li>Procurement and supplier management experience, including KPI‑driven oversight</li><li>Strong stakeholder management skills, working closely with senior leadership</li><li>Advanced Excel skills and experience with financial systems</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Salary & Benefits</strong></p><ul><li>£80,000 - £100,000 base salary</li><li>20% annual bonus</li><li>5% employer pension contribution</li><li>25 days holiday plus bank holidays</li><li>Leadership role within a European organisation</li></ul><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/Q29ub3IuTWNDYWJlLjk5MTU4LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<h2 data-start="177" data-end="210">Construction Project Manager</h2><p data-start="211" data-end="282">Refurbishment & Construction Projects | £50,000 - £70,000 + Package</p><p data-start="284" data-end="446">A growing privately owned construction contractor is looking to appoint an experienced Construction Project Manager to join their expanding delivery team.</p><p data-end="681" data-start="448">The business specialises in the refurbishment, maintenance, and repair of commercial and public sector buildings, delivering projects across sectors including education, commercial, industrial and heritage / listed buildings.</p><p data-start="683" data-end="916">With turnover projected to grow significantly over the next few years, the company is seeking a hands-on Project Manager who can take ownership of projects and play a key role in supporting the next stage of the company's growth.</p><h3 data-start="923" data-end="935">The Role</h3><p data-end="1120" data-start="936">You will be responsible for overseeing projects from inception through to completion, ensuring they are delivered on programme, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.</p><p data-end="1308" data-start="1122">Working closely with the directors and wider delivery team, you will act as the key link between the client, subcontractors, and site teams, managing all aspects of project delivery.</p><p data-end="1348" data-start="1310">Typical responsibilities will include:</p><ul data-start="1350" data-end="1757"><li data-end="1436" data-start="1350"><p data-start="1352" data-end="1436">Managing multiple construction projects from initial setup through to completion</p></li><li data-start="1437" data-end="1500"><p data-start="1439" data-end="1500">Coordinating subcontractors, supply chain, and site teams</p></li><li data-end="1562" data-start="1501"><p data-start="1503" data-end="1562">Monitoring programme, quality, cost and health & safety</p></li><li data-start="1563" data-end="1614"><p data-end="1614" data-start="1565">Chairing progress meetings and client updates</p></li><li data-end="1698" data-start="1615"><p data-end="1698" data-start="1617">Reviewing and interpreting drawings, specifications and technical information</p></li><li data-end="1757" data-start="1699"><p data-start="1701" data-end="1757">Reporting project progress directly to senior leadership</p></li></ul><p data-start="1759" data-end="1903">Projects typically range from £200k to £5m, and you will usually manage 2 larger projects or up to 5-6 smaller projects at any one time.</p><h3 data-end="1923" data-start="1910">About You</h3><p data-end="1977" data-start="1924">To be successful in this role, you will ideally have:</p><ul data-end="2408" data-start="1979"><li data-end="2040" data-start="1979"><p data-start="1981" data-end="2040">5+ years' experience in construction project management</p></li><li data-start="2041" data-end="2128"><p data-start="2043" data-end="2128">Experience delivering refurbishment or construction projects from start to finish</p></li><li data-end="2209" data-start="2129"><p data-end="2209" data-start="2131">Strong technical understanding of construction drawings and specifications</p></li><li data-end="2282" data-start="2210"><p data-start="2212" data-end="2282">Experience managing multiple subcontractors and project programmes</p></li><li data-end="2341" data-start="2283"><p data-end="2341" data-start="2285">Excellent communication and client management skills</p></li><li data-end="2408" data-start="2342"><p data-end="2408" data-start="2344">Ability to work independently and take ownership of projects</p></li></ul><p data-start="2410" data-end="2509">Experience in commercial, education, public sector, or heritage projects would be advantageous.</p><p data-end="2593" data-start="2511">A construction-related degree or NVQ Level 6/7 is desirable but not essential.</p><h3 data-start="2600" data-end="2619">The Opportunity</h3><p data-end="2755" data-start="2620">This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing construction business with a strong pipeline of work and ambitious growth plans.</p><p data-start="2757" data-end="2944">The company offers a high level of autonomy and trust, giving project managers the opportunity to take full ownership of projects while working closely with experienced directors.</p><h3 data-start="2951" data-end="2962">Package</h3><ul data-start="2963" data-end="3139"><li data-end="3022" data-start="2963"><p data-end="3022" data-start="2965">Salary: £50,000 - £70,000 (depending on experience)</p></li><li data-start="3023" data-end="3072"><p data-end="3072" data-start="3025">Supportive and collaborative team environment</p></li><li data-start="3073" data-end="3139"><p data-end="3139" data-start="3075">Opportunity to progress within a growing construction business</p></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/S2lyc3R5LldvcmRlbi42NzM4Ny4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p><strong>Robert Half has partnered with a leading business services organisation to recruit for a Senior Finance Manager, Purchase to Pay.</strong></p><p>We are supporting a well established company that is enhancing its global Purchase to Pay operations. This position offers senior leadership responsibility across a complex P2P function with the opportunity to drive process improvement, develop talent and strengthen performance across the finance operation. This role is based just outside of Manchester City Centre</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Lead, coach and develop the Purchase to Pay teams</li><li>Own global P2P processes and implement standardisation and continuous improvement initiatives</li><li>Use data and systems insight to improve quality, controls and productivity</li><li>Build capability across the team and support long term talent development</li><li>Define and manage the scope of services within all P2P processes</li><li>Support and guide the team through change and evolving priorities</li><li>Partner closely with senior stakeholders across finance, operations and transformation</li></ul><p><strong>Experience Required</strong></p><ul><li>Strong background in managing large teams within Purchase to Pay or Procure to Pay</li><li>Proven experience managing and improving end to end P2P activity</li><li>Qualified in ACCA, CIMA or ACA, CIPS or CICM</li><li>Deep understanding of P2P processes, ideally with Global Process Owner exposure</li><li>Strong communication and stakeholder management skills</li></ul><p><strong>What You Will Gain</strong></p><ul><li>Senior leadership role with influence over global P2P operations</li><li>Opportunity to drive transformation and shape future processes</li><li>Competitive salary and benefits package</li><li>Hybrid working 3 days a week in the offices</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/eWFoeWUuZGluZWguMDgyNTIuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p data-start="171" data-end="343">Location: Middleton, North Manchester<br / data-start="208" data-end="211"> Salary: £60,000 to £70,000 depending on experience<br / data-start="261" data-end="264"> Job Type: Full-time, Permanent<br data-start="294" / data-end="297"> Sector: Construction / Commercial Management</p><h3 data-start="345" data-end="407">Senior Quantity Surveyor | Construction | North Manchester</h3><p data-start="409" data-end="612">A well-established and growing construction company in North Manchester is looking to recruit an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join its expanding commercial team based in Middleton, Manchester.</p><p data-end="933" data-start="614">This is a great opportunity for a commercially driven Quantity Surveyor to take ownership of the financial and contractual management of construction projects from pre-construction through to final account. You will play a key role in ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget and to maximum profitability.</p><h2 data-end="963" data-start="940">Key Responsibilities</h2><p data-start="965" data-end="1005">As a Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will:</p><ul data-start="1007" data-end="1657"><li data-start="1007" data-end="1065">Manage all commercial aspects of construction projects</li><li data-start="1066" data-end="1126">Prepare cost estimates, budgets and tender documentation</li><li data-start="1127" data-end="1186">Oversee contract negotiation and subcontract management</li><li data-start="1187" data-end="1239">Handle valuations, variations and final accounts</li><li data-end="1297" data-start="1240">Produce accurate cost reports and financial forecasts</li><li data-start="1298" data-end="1354">Lead subcontractor procurement and payment processes</li><li data-end="1405" data-start="1355">Identify, assess and mitigate commercial risks</li><li data-start="1406" data-end="1455">Ensure contractual compliance across projects</li><li data-start="1456" data-end="1523">Build and maintain strong client and supply chain relationships</li><li data-start="1524" data-end="1572">Support and mentor junior Quantity Surveyors</li><li data-start="1573" data-end="1657">Work closely with project managers and site teams to deliver successful outcomes</li></ul><h2 data-end="1679" data-start="1664">Requirements</h2><p data-end="1765" data-start="1681">To be considered for this Senior Quantity Surveyor job in Manchester, you will have:</p><ul data-start="1767" data-end="2281"><li data-end="1872" data-start="1767">Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor within the construction industry</li><li data-start="1873" data-end="1952">Degree in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management or a related discipline</li><li data-end="2007" data-start="1953">Strong commercial awareness and negotiation skills</li><li data-end="2075" data-start="2008">Experience managing construction project finances and contracts</li><li data-start="2076" data-end="2129">Excellent communication and organisational skills</li><li data-start="2130" data-end="2199">Ability to work both on-site and in the office five days per week</li><li data-start="2200" data-end="2227">Full UK driving licence</li><li data-start="2228" data-end="2281">Ability to commute to Middleton, North Manchester</li></ul><h2 data-end="2306" data-start="2288">What's on Offer</h2><ul data-start="2308" data-end="2598"><li data-start="2308" data-end="2364">Salary of £60,000 to £70,000 depending on experience</li><li data-start="2365" data-end="2439">Opportunity to work on a variety of construction and building projects</li><li data-end="2496" data-start="2440">Clear career progression within a growing contractor</li><li data-start="2497" data-end="2549">Supportive and collaborative working environment</li><li data-end="2598" data-start="2550">Exposure to high-value construction projects</li></ul><h2 data-end="2617" data-start="2605">Apply Now</h2><p data-end="2852" data-start="2619">If you are an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor in Manchester or looking to progress within commercial construction roles, this is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking construction business with strong growth plans.</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/S2lyc3R5LldvcmRlbi4yODA1OS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>We are supporting a Manchester infrastructure management consultancy in the appointment of a Planner. The organisation is dynamic, collaborative, and purpose-driven, focused on delivering a once-in-a-generation infrastructure programme that will benefit millions of customers across the North West of England. It fosters a proactive, supportive, and high-performance culture and seeks individuals who demonstrate adaptability, initiative, and a commitment to excellence in complex project environments.</p><p>The service objective is to finance, design, construct, and maintain the infrastructure programme in accordance with good industry practice, contractual requirements, and agreed output, delivering on time, to the required quality standards, and within budget.</p><p>Principle responsibilities will be to:</p><ul><li data-section-id="1nff728" data-start="3765" data-end="3853">Ensure compliance with relevant construction obligations under the project agreement</li><li data-section-id="1qb8m7z" data-start="3854" data-end="3943">Support the project company in meeting output requirements and construction standards</li><li data-section-id="1xtt9vb" data-start="3944" data-end="4050">Coordinate with contractors and stakeholders to ensure delivery alignment with contractual obligations</li></ul><p>As a Planner you will take an integral role responsible for the following: </p><p> </p><ul data-end="4050" data-start="3765"><li data-section-id="1dwdn6h" data-start="2139" data-end="2275">Proactive identification of programme and schedule risks, including leading mitigation workshops to protect critical path activities</li><li data-section-id="1hsrkky" data-start="2276" data-end="2343">Provide "what-if" programme analysis to support decision-making</li><li data-section-id="1js1ip0" data-end="2423" data-start="2344">Manage programme data to produce leading and lagging performance indicators</li><li data-section-id="1tc9md9" data-start="2424" data-end="2528">Develop programme filters, layouts, and structured lookahead schedules (4-week and 6-month horizons)</li><li data-section-id="mqr31d" data-end="2617" data-start="2529">Verify and validate progress across design, procurement, and construction activities</li><li data-start="2618" data-end="2697" data-section-id="1bf18dd">Conduct programme integrity checks on the contractor's schedule submissions</li><li data-section-id="fro0p0" data-start="2698" data-end="2797">Support analysis and implementation of programme impacts arising from contractual change events</li><li data-start="2798" data-end="2879" data-section-id="13rjdma">Contribute to digital, data-driven programme monitoring and reporting systems</li><li data-section-id="1guc8z4" data-start="2880" data-end="2942">Support preparation of weekly and monthly progress reports</li><li data-section-id="1oue0oi" data-start="2943" data-end="3005">Maintain and update programme trackers and reporting tools</li><li data-start="3006" data-end="3086" data-section-id="1qcg7ah">Manage programme registers and ensure robust document control of submissions</li><li data-end="3161" data-start="3087" data-section-id="1nbxesk">Maintain awareness of programme linkages to cost and commercial models</li></ul><p>YOU: </p><ul data-start="3483" data-end="3698"><li data-section-id="4mzvha" data-end="3298" data-start="3205">Degree in Project Management, Construction Management, Engineering, or related discipline</li><li data-section-id="17uxiv5" data-end="3337" data-start="3299">Proficiency in Oracle Primavera P6</li><li data-section-id="ijg4sz" data-end="3380" data-start="3338">Working knowledge of Microsoft Project</li><li data-section-id="1r6n6hx" data-end="3443" data-start="3381">Familiarity with Acumen Fuse (desirable but not essential)</li><li data-section-id="163h0t8" data-start="3483" data-end="3599">3+ years' experience managing large-scale programmes within infrastructure, construction, or engineering sectors</li><li data-section-id="5953k2" data-start="3600" data-end="3698">Experience in programme reporting, monitoring, and stakeholder/contractor interface management</li></ul><p>This is a long-standing project and being hired on a permanent basis, located in Manchester. </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/Q2F0aGVyaW5lLkhlbnJ5LjY5OTI2LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
