<h1 data-start="0" data-end="30" class="PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer" data-section-id="1k3dorq"><strong data-start="2" data-end="30">Finance Business Partner</strong></h1><p data-start="32" data-end="240"><strong data-end="45" data-start="32">Location:</strong> Northamptonshire <br data-start="129" data-end="132" /> <strong data-start="132" data-end="143">Salary:</strong> £75,000-£80,000 + world-class benefits<br / data-start="182" data-end="185"> <strong data-end="205" data-start="185">Working Pattern:</strong> Full-time, 5 days per week on site</p><p data-start="242" data-end="422">Robert Half are delighted to be working with a highly successful, internationally recognised organisation to recruit a Finance Business Partner into a high-performing Finance team. If you are a qualified accountant looking for something more exciting than a standard Finance Business Partner position, want genuine exposure to complex commercial and technical finance and would thrive in a high-performance environment, this is an opportunity you should seriously consider.</p><p data-start="242" data-end="422"><strong>This is a five-day-a-week office-based role, but the working environment is exceptional and designed around employee wellbeing, performance and development.</strong></p><p data-end="479" data-start="424">This is not your typical Finance Business Partner role.</p><p data-start="481" data-end="672">It is a rare opportunity for a qualified accountant to join an exceptional, high-performance environment where Finance is genuinely at the heart of operational and commercial decision-making.</p><p data-start="674" data-end="1049">You will work closely with senior operational and technical stakeholders, taking ownership of financial performance, project costs, forecasting, analysis and commercial insight. This is a role where you will be expected to get under the skin of the numbers, challenge the business and turn complex information into clear recommendations that senior stakeholders can act upon.</p><p data-end="1063" data-start="1051"><strong data-start="1051" data-end="1063">The Role</strong></p><p data-start="1065" data-end="1148">You will take ownership of key financial activities across the business, including:</p><ul data-start="1150" data-end="2224"><li data-start="1150" data-end="1223" data-section-id="owdfnn">Business partnering with senior operational and technical stakeholders.</li><li data-start="1224" data-end="1313" data-section-id="7bo26h">Taking ownership of project cost control, budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis.</li><li data-start="1314" data-end="1387" data-section-id="1j5pfgp">Producing accurate and timely weekly forecasts and financial reporting.</li><li data-end="1461" data-start="1388" data-section-id="5jq16s">Identifying overspends, risks, opportunities and key financial drivers.</li><li data-start="1462" data-end="1543" data-section-id="13vsa8p">Developing complex financial models to provide accurate and meaningful insight.</li><li data-section-id="dpiiwg" data-end="1661" data-start="1544">Presenting financial information and recommendations to senior stakeholders in a clear, concise and compelling way.</li><li data-start="1662" data-end="1748" data-section-id="2ssz7t">Building and costing business cases to support commercial and operational decisions.</li><li data-start="1749" data-end="1856" data-section-id="erq019">Working with large volumes of financial and operational data to identify trends, risks and opportunities.</li><li data-section-id="17yli29" data-start="1857" data-end="1926">Supporting complex financial and regulatory reporting requirements.</li><li data-section-id="1ounftn" data-end="2012" data-start="1927">Driving automation and continuous improvement across financial reporting processes.</li><li data-end="2104" data-start="2013" data-section-id="1k6nxyl">Using systems and tools including SAP, Power Query, Power BI, Alteryx and advanced Excel.</li><li data-section-id="1utlcke" data-start="2105" data-end="2224">Taking ownership of projects from initial scope through to delivery and ensuring agreed actions are followed through.</li></ul><p data-end="2239" data-start="2226"><strong data-end="2239" data-start="2226">About You</strong></p><p data-end="2371" data-start="2241">We are looking for a qualified accountant who is technically strong, commercially minded and genuinely enjoys business partnering.</p><ul data-start="2397" data-end="3274"><li data-start="2511" data-end="2597" data-section-id="todquy">Strong experience across budgeting, forecasting, cost control and variance analysis.</li><li data-start="2598" data-end="2673" data-section-id="1g66hm1">Experience working with complex financial information and large datasets.</li><li data-end="2770" data-start="2674" data-section-id="1uiyh2w">Excellent Excel skills, with Power Query, Power BI, or similar tools highly desirable.</li><li data-end="2900" data-start="2771" data-section-id="1pn5uwu">Experience within manufacturing, engineering, R&D, automotive or another technically complex environment would be advantageous.</li><li data-section-id="1945ihj" data-end="3009" data-start="2901">The confidence to challenge senior stakeholders and communicate complex financial information effectively.</li><li data-start="3010" data-end="3057" data-section-id="7oreyc">Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.</li><li data-start="3058" data-end="3180" data-section-id="ok5lng">Excellent organisation and time management, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-moving environment.</li><li data-end="3274" data-start="3181" data-section-id="33sywh">A proactive, accountable approach and the ability to take ownership and deliver end-to-end.</li></ul><p data-end="3290" data-start="3276"> </p><p data-start="4939" data-end="5231"> </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. 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<h1>Commercial Controller | Manufacturing | Dudley</h1><p><strong>Up to £70,000 + benefits | Permanent | Hybrid - 3 days on site</strong></p><h3>This isn't a month-end role.</h3><p>If your background is in <strong>commercial finance, finance business partnering or commercial analysis</strong>, and you enjoy being close to the decisions that drive a manufacturing business forward, this could be an opportunity worth exploring.</p><p>I'm working exclusively on a newly created <strong>Commercial Controller</strong> position within a growing manufacturing business that has recently been acquired and is now part of a much larger European corporate group.</p><p>The business is growing quickly - with an ambitious plan to <strong>double turnover over the next three years</strong> - and finance is becoming increasingly influential in how the site makes commercial decisions.</p><p>This is a <strong>hands-on, commercially focused role</strong>, partnering directly with the Site Managing Director and wider leadership team, with a dotted line into Group Finance.</p><h3>What will make you stand out?</h3><p>You will already have a strong <strong>commercial finance / business partnering background</strong> and be comfortable challenging the numbers rather than simply reporting them.</p><p>I'm particularly interested in people who have experience with:</p><ul><li><p><strong>Commercial forecasting and financial modelling</strong></p></li><li><p><strong>Pricing, margin and profitability analysis</strong></p></li><li><p>Challenging assumptions around <strong>sales, volumes, customer opportunities and cost</strong></p></li><li><p>Working closely with Sales, Operations and senior leadership</p></li><li><p>Turning financial data into <strong>commercial decisions and actions</strong></p></li><li><p>Manufacturing, FMCG, retail or another commercially driven environment</p></li><li><p><strong>Private label</strong>, retailer relationships or customer-specific pricing</p></li><li><p>Acquisition, integration or bringing a business into a larger group structure</p></li></ul><p>You might currently be a <strong>Finance Business Partner, Commercial Finance Analyst, Senior Commercial Analyst or similar</strong>, and see this as the opportunity to step into a broader Commercial Controller position.</p><h3>What this role isn't</h3><p>This isn't a traditional Financial Controller or Management Accountant position.</p><p>If your experience is primarily <strong>month-end, statutory reporting and financial control</strong>, without significant commercial partnering, forecasting, pricing or margin exposure, this probably won't be the right fit.</p><p>We're looking for someone who wants to be <strong>part of the commercial conversation</strong> - someone who can ask the difficult questions, spot an opportunity in the numbers and help the leadership team make better decisions.</p><h3>Why now?</h3><p>The business is at an interesting point in its growth.</p><p>Following a recent acquisition, it is becoming part of a much larger international group while retaining significant opportunity at site level. There is a genuine chance for the right person to influence how the finance function supports that growth, rather than simply stepping into an established process.</p><p><strong>Up to £70,000</strong>, hybrid working with <strong>three days on site in Dudley</strong>, plus benefits.</p><p>If you're currently working in <strong>commercial finance or finance business partnering within manufacturing, FMCG or retail</strong>, I'd be interested in speaking with you.</p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/ZW1tYS5sbGV3ZWxseW4uMzE3MTQuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p></p><p><strong>Day Rate:</strong> £700-£900 per day <br /> <strong>Location:</strong> Midlands / Hybrid<br /> <strong>Contract Length:</strong> 6-12 Months</p><h2>The Opportunity</h2><p>Our client, a high-growth private equity-backed business, is seeking an experienced Senior Finance Business Partner to support the executive leadership team through a period of growth, transformation, and value creation.</p><p>This is a highly commercial role requiring an individual who can operate at pace, challenge and influence senior stakeholders, and provide meaningful insights to drive performance. The successful candidate will have previous experience working within PE-backed environments and understand the demands of investor-led businesses, including cash generation, EBITDA improvement, KPI focus, and strategic decision support.</p><h2>Key Responsibilities</h2><ul><li>Act as a trusted business partner to the CFO, CEO, and operational leadership teams.</li><li>Lead budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning processes.</li><li>Deliver insightful financial analysis to improve business performance and profitability.</li><li>Develop and enhance KPI reporting, dashboards, and management information.</li><li>Identify opportunities for margin improvement, operational efficiencies, and cost reduction.</li><li>Support board reporting, investor updates, and value creation initiatives.</li><li>Build robust financial models to support strategic decision-making and business cases.</li><li>Provide commercial challenge and recommendations to senior stakeholders.</li><li>Support M&A activity, acquisition integration, and transformation projects where required.</li><li>Drive accountability across budget holders and operational management teams.</li><li>Partner closely with FP&A, commercial, operational, and finance teams to ensure delivery against objectives.</li></ul><h2>Candidate Profile</h2><ul><li>Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).</li><li>Proven Senior Finance Business Partnering experience.</li><li>Strong background within Private Equity-backed, investor-led, or high-growth businesses.</li><li>Experience supporting executive teams and board-level stakeholders.</li><li>Demonstrable track record of improving business performance and delivering tangible commercial outcomes.</li><li>Strong financial modelling and analytical skills.</li><li>Advanced Excel skills with experience of Power BI or similar reporting tools.</li><li>Experience working within complex, fast-paced environments undergoing growth or change.</li></ul><h2>Key Skills</h2><ul><li>Commercially astute and highly analytical.</li><li>Excellent stakeholder management and influencing ability.</li><li>Strong communication and presentation skills.</li><li>Comfortable operating in ambiguous and changing environments.</li><li>Ability to quickly understand key business drivers and identify opportunities for improvement.</li><li>Hands-on approach with a willingness to roll up sleeves and deliver.</li></ul><br><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/SmF5LkJob2phbmkuNzc0NzYuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<br><p>An exciting opportunity has arisen for a qualified Finance Manager to join a rapidly growing, international technology business at its Wilmslow office. </p><p>The business has experienced significant growth in recent years and continues to expand its international operations. This role will be instrumental in strengthening the finance function, improving internal financial reporting and providing greater commercial insight to support business decisions.</p><p>Working closely with senior finance leadership and colleagues across the UK, Europe and the US, you will take ownership of budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis and management reporting, ensuring financial information is accurate, meaningful and delivered in a timely manner.</p><p>The role will also play an important part in a major finance systems transformation, with the business preparing to transition to SAP S/4HANA. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on, commercially minded finance professional looking to make a tangible impact within a growing international organisation, with longer-term career development opportunities.</p><h2>Key responsibilities</h2><ul><li><p>Lead the budgeting and forecasting process, working closely with budget holders to develop robust financial plans and understand business performance.</p></li><li><p>Produce and enhance internal financial reports, providing clear analysis of performance, trends and key financial drivers.</p></li><li><p>Deliver regular variance analysis, investigating discrepancies, identifying risks and opportunities, and challenging assumptions where appropriate.</p></li><li><p>Improve the accuracy, consistency and efficiency of financial reporting processes, ensuring data is validated and reliable before being entered into financial systems.</p></li><li><p>Act as a business partner to budget holders and operational stakeholders, translating financial data into meaningful insight to support decision-making.</p></li><li><p>Work closely with US-based finance colleagues to align reporting, processes and financial objectives across the wider business.</p></li><li><p>Manage and develop the Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable team, overseeing three team members across the UK and Germany.</p></li><li><p>Drive continuous improvement across finance processes, controls and reporting methodologies.</p></li><li><p>Support the transition from Oracle to SAP S/4HANA, working alongside the US IT team on system development, testing and implementation.</p></li><li><p>Contribute to the introduction of new systems and processes, including a purchase order system, ensuring finance requirements are effectively represented.</p></li><li><p>Support internal reporting requirements and collaborate with colleagues responsible for statutory and wider group reporting.</p></li></ul><p> </p><p>You will be a fully qualified accountant with strong experience in management reporting, budgeting, forecasting and financial analysis. You will combine excellent technical capability with the confidence to engage with stakeholders, challenge figures and identify opportunities to improve business performance.</p><p>You will bring:</p><ul><li><p>ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualification.</p></li><li><p>Experience in a Finance Manager, Financial Controller or similar senior accounting role.</p></li><li>Experience with SAP, particularly SAP S/4HANA</li><li><p>Strong experience in internal financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis.</p></li><li><p>Advanced Excel skills and the ability to interrogate complex financial data, identify inconsistencies and resolve issues.</p></li><li><p>Excellent communication and business partnering skills, with the confidence to ask questions and challenge constructively.</p></li><li><p>A proactive, analytical and detail-oriented approach, with a strong focus on accuracy and continuous improvement.</p></li><li><p>Experience managing or developing a finance team.</p></li><li><p>The ability to work effectively across functions and within an international, matrix-managed organisation.</p></li></ul><h2>What's on offer?</h2><ul><li><p>Salary of up to £70,000.</p></li><li><p>The opportunity to join a growing international business with an established presence across the UK, Europe and the US.</p></li><li><p>A key role in improving internal reporting and strengthening finance processes.</p></li><li><p>Involvement in a significant SAP S/4HANA implementation.</p></li><li><p>Exposure to senior stakeholders and international finance teams.</p></li><li><p>A genuine opportunity for longer-term career development and progression.</p></li><li><p>A dedicated office and car parking at the Wilmslow location.</p></li><li><p>The opportunity to make a meaningful contribution within a collaborative and supportive company culture.</p></li></ul><p>If you are a qualified accountant looking for a broad Finance Manager role combining internal reporting, business partnering, team leadership and systems transformation, we would be keen to hear from you.</p><br><br><p> </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. 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<p><strong>HR Advisor (12-15 Month FTC)</strong></p><p>Robert Half HR are recruiting for an experienced HR Advisor to join a highly respected heritage brand that combines cutting-edge innovation, scientific expertise and world-class manufacturing.</p><p>This is a unique opportunity to support an ambitious growth strategy and an ongoing transformation of the People function. The business is looking for a commercially minded HR professional who enjoys operating across the full employee lifecycle whilst helping to modernise processes, improve policies, support managers and deliver an exceptional employee experience.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Salary:</strong> £35,000<br /> <strong>Location:</strong> Wilmslow, South Manchester<br /> <strong>Working pattern:</strong> Hybrid, minimum 3 days on-site per week with flexible working hours between 7am and 7pm<br /> <strong>Contract:</strong> 12-15 Month Fixed Term Contract with the chance to become permanent</p><p> </p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p>Reporting to the HR Business Partner, you will act as the first point of contact for employees and managers and provide proactive HR support across the organisation.</p><p>The role offers broad exposure across a diverse workforce including operational, technical and professional teams.</p><p>Key responsibilities include:</p><ul><li>Providing day-to-day HR advice and guidance to managers and employees</li><li>Supporting recruitment, selection and onboarding activities</li><li>Drafting contracts, offer letters and employment documentation</li><li>Maintaining employee records and HR systems</li><li>Supporting absence management and employee relations matters</li><li>Reviewing and updating HR policies and procedures</li><li>Helping drive continuous improvement across the People function</li><li>Supporting the organisation's journey towards a more modern, colleague-focused HR environment</li></ul><p><strong>The Person</strong></p><p>The successful HR Advisor will be a confident and pragmatic HR professional who enjoys building relationships and influencing stakeholders across all levels of a business.</p><p>You will ideally have:</p><ul><li>Previous experience in a HR Advisor or similar generalist HR position</li><li>CIPD Level 5 qualification or willingness to work towards it</li><li>Strong knowledge of UK employment legislation and HR best practice</li><li>Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills</li><li>Experience supporting a range of HR activities across the employee lifecycle</li><li>Good Excel and reporting capabilities</li><li>Confidence working within changing and evolving environments</li><li>Strong customer service focus and attention to detail</li></ul><p><strong>Salary & Benefits</strong></p><ul><li>£35,000 salary</li><li>27 days holiday plus bank holidays</li><li>Flexible working hours</li><li>Opportunity to accrue flexi-time and earn additional days off</li><li>Life assurance (4x salary)</li><li>Employee discount scheme</li><li>Free on-site parking</li><li>Exposure to a business undergoing significant growth and transformation</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/Q29ub3IuTWNDYWJlLjMxOTE4LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p> </p><h1>HR Advisor</h1><h3>Cheshire | £35,000 | 12-15 month FTC | Hybrid & flexible working</h3><p>Ready to be part of something bigger?</p><p>We're looking for an experienced HR Advisor to join a well-established, internationally recognised manufacturing business based in Cheshire.</p><p>This is a great opportunity for a commercially minded HR professional who enjoys being close to the business, working with people at all levels and having a genuine impact on how HR is delivered.</p><p>The business is going through an exciting period of growth and development, and the People function is evolving alongside it. Working closely with the HR Business Partner, you'll have the opportunity to help shape and modernise HR policies, processes and ways of working.</p><h3>The opportunity</h3><p>This is far more than a traditional HR administration role. You'll be a key point of contact for managers and employees, providing practical advice across the full employee lifecycle while also helping to improve how the People function operates.</p><p>You'll be involved in:</p><ul><li><p>Providing HR advice and guidance to managers and employees</p></li><li><p>Supporting recruitment, selection and onboarding</p></li><li><p>Advising on employee relations, attendance and organisational change</p></li><li><p>Drafting contracts, offer letters and contractual amendments</p></li><li><p>Maintaining accurate employee records and HR systems</p></li><li><p>Reviewing, updating and improving HR policies and processes</p></li><li><p>Bringing structure and consistency to existing HR information and processes</p></li><li><p>Supporting learning and development initiatives, including management training, PDPs and objectives</p></li><li><p>Using data and Excel to produce meaningful reports for senior stakeholders</p></li><li><p>Working with stakeholders across both operational and corporate functions</p></li></ul><h3>About you</h3><p>You'll be an experienced HR Advisor with a generalist background and a genuine interest in making a difference.</p><p>We're looking for someone who:</p><ul><li><p>Has solid HR advisory experience and ideally holds CIPD Level 5, or is willing to work towards it</p></li><li><p>Is confident providing practical, commercially focused advice</p></li><li><p>Has excellent communication and stakeholder management skills</p></li><li><p>Is comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with competing priorities</p></li><li><p>Has a continuous improvement mindset and can demonstrate where you've improved processes or ways of working</p></li><li><p>Is confident with Microsoft 365, Excel and learning new systems and technology</p></li><li><p>Can use data to provide meaningful insight to senior stakeholders</p></li><li><p>Is comfortable working in ambiguous situations and using their own judgement</p></li><li><p>Is willing to challenge traditional approaches to HR and look beyond simply following "best practice"</p></li><li><p>Is approachable, reliable and committed to delivering an excellent service</p></li><li><p>Doesn't necessarily have manufacturing experience, but is curious and willing to understand the operational environment</p></li></ul><p>You'll be comfortable working on site at least three days a week, with flexible working hours between 7am and 7pm.</p><h3>What's on offer?</h3><ul><li><p>12-15 month fixed-term contract</p></li><li><p>27 days annual leave plus bank holidays</p></li><li><p>Additional annual leave for company events</p></li><li><p>Flexible start and finish times between 7am and 7pm</p></li><li><p>Flexi-hours scheme, allowing you to build up hours and take an additional day off each month</p></li><li><p>Death in service benefit of 4x annual salary</p></li><li><p>Employee discounts</p></li><li><p>Free on-site parking</p></li></ul><h3>Why this role?</h3><p>If you're looking for an HR role where you can genuinely influence how things are done, this could be a great fit.</p><p>The People function is evolving, and you'll have a real opportunity to help shape that journey rather than simply inherit an established way of working.</p><p>You'll be joining a business with an established international presence, ambitious plans for the future and a strong focus on developing its people.</p><p> </p><h3> </h3><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/Q2F0aGVyaW5lLkhlbnJ5LjA4NzM5LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<h1> </h1><p>An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced <strong>Financial Controller</strong> to join an <strong>employee-focused SME business</strong>, forming part of an international group. This role is based in South Birmingham</p><p>Based within the UK entity, you will take <strong>full ownership of the UK finance function</strong>, reporting directly to the <strong>Managing Director</strong> and working closely with the wider international Group.</p><p>This is a broad and commercially focused role, with responsibility for the full finance function, financial strategy, reporting, controls, cash flow and team leadership. You will provide financial insight to the MD and senior management team, while also supporting wider business decision-making.</p><p>Alongside finance, the role will have responsibility for areas including <strong>payroll, HR support and quality management processes</strong>, making this an excellent opportunity for a senior finance professional looking for genuine ownership and influence within an SME environment.</p><h3>Financial Leadership & Strategy</h3><ul><li>Take <strong style="font-size: 8pt;">full ownership of the UK finance function</strong>, ensuring the effective delivery of all financial activities.</li><li>Report directly to the <strong style="font-size: 8pt;">Managing Director</strong>, providing clear financial insight and commercial advice.</li><li>Develop and implement the financial strategy in line with UK business objectives and wider Group requirements.</li><li>Prepare and deliver <strong style="font-size: 8pt;">quarterly financial reporting to the international Group</strong>.</li><li>Lead the annual budgeting, forecasting and longer-term financial planning processes.</li><li>Monitor financial performance and identify opportunities to improve profitability, efficiency and cost management.</li></ul><h3>Financial Reporting & Compliance</h3><ul><li>Prepare accurate and timely monthly management accounts and financial reports.</li><li>Produce financial statements and support the annual audit process.</li><li>Oversee statutory reporting, tax requirements and financial compliance.</li><li>Manage the preparation and submission of corporate tax returns and other financial filings.</li><li>Ensure the UK entity complies with relevant accounting standards and financial regulations.</li><li>Liaise directly with HMRC, auditors, banking partners and other external stakeholders.</li></ul><h3>Cash Flow & Working Capital</h3><ul><li>Take overall responsibility for UK cash flow management.</li><li>Monitor working capital and liquidity.</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve cash flow and minimise financial risk.</li><li>Oversee supplier payments and financial authorisation processes.</li></ul><h3>Group Reporting</h3><ul><li>Act as the key finance contact for the UK entity in relation to Group reporting.</li><li>Prepare and submit quarterly financial information to Group within agreed deadlines.</li><li>Ensure UK financial information is accurate, complete and aligned with Group requirements.</li><li>Work collaboratively with international finance colleagues and senior stakeholders.</li></ul><h3>Team Leadership</h3><ul><li>Lead, manage and develop the finance and accounts team.</li><li>Oversee the day-to-day activities of the accounts and administration function.</li><li>Support recruitment, training and development within the team.</li><li>Promote a culture of continuous improvement, collaboration and accountability.</li></ul><h3>Business Partnering</h3><ul><li>Work closely with the MD and senior management team to support commercial decision-making.</li><li>Provide financial insight across different areas of the business.</li><li>Monitor performance against budgets and agreed targets.</li><li>Provide recommendations around investment and business decisions.</li></ul><h3>Additional Responsibilities</h3><p>The role will also provide support across a number of wider business functions, including:</p><ul><li>HR and payroll oversight.</li><li>Supporting ISO 9001-related processes and continuous improvement.</li><li>Working with operational teams to collect and analyse business data.</li></ul><p><strong>Personal profile</strong></p><ul><li><strong style="font-size: 8pt;">CIMA, ACA or an equivalent accounting qualification.</strong></li><li>Strong experience preparing management accounts and financial statements.</li><li>Previous experience leading or managing a finance team.</li><li>Strong knowledge of accounting standards and financial procedures.</li><li>Experience dealing with external auditors, HMRC and banking providers.</li><li>Strong commercial awareness and business partnering skills</li></ul><p>Salary - Up to £80k, plus bonus and fantastic benefits </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. 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<p></p><h1>Interim Management Accountant</h1><p><strong>Location:</strong> Central Birmingham (Hybrid) <strong>Rate:</strong> Up to £375 per day (Inside IR35) <strong>Contract Length:</strong> 3-6 Months <strong>Start Date:</strong> Immediate</p><h2>The Opportunity</h2><p>Robert Half is supporting a well-established and growing business based in Central Birmingham in the recruitment of an experienced <strong>Interim Management Accountant</strong>.</p><p>This is a hands-on role requiring a fully qualified accountant who can hit the ground running and take ownership of delivering accurate and timely financial reporting. Working closely with the Financial Controller and wider finance team, you will play a key role in month-end reporting, balance sheet integrity, budgeting, forecasting and business performance analysis.</p><p>The business is looking for a proactive individual who enjoys being involved in the detail, can challenge processes and provide meaningful financial insight to support decision-making.</p><h2>Key Responsibilities</h2><ul><li>Preparation of monthly management accounts</li><li>Full ownership of month-end close activities</li><li>Balance sheet reconciliations and control reviews</li><li>Accruals, prepayments and journal preparation</li><li>Variance analysis with clear commentary</li><li>Budgeting and forecasting support</li><li>Cashflow reporting and analysis</li><li>Supporting audit requirements and year-end processes</li><li>Business partnering with operational stakeholders</li><li>Reviewing and improving existing finance processes and controls</li><li>Ad hoc reporting and financial analysis as required</li></ul><h2>Candidate Profile</h2><ul><li>ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified</li><li>Proven experience in a Management Accountant role</li><li>Strong month-end and financial reporting expertise</li><li>Excellent balance sheet control and reconciliation experience</li><li>Advanced Excel skills</li><li>Able to work independently with minimal supervision</li><li>Strong communication and stakeholder management skills</li><li>Available to start at short notice</li></ul><h2>Desirable Experience</h2><ul><li>Experience within SME, owner-managed or private equity-backed businesses</li><li>Previous interim/contract experience</li><li>Exposure to process improvement and finance transformation projects</li><li>Strong ERP systems experience</li></ul><br><p> </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/SmF5LkJob2phbmkuNzkzNzkuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p class="isSelectedEnd"><strong>Group Financial Controller</strong><br /><strong>Northampton | Hybrid (2-3 days office / 2-3 days home)</strong><br /><strong>£90,000 - £100,000 + Excellent Benefits</strong></p><p class="isSelectedEnd">Robert Half is delighted to be exclusively recruiting for a Group Financial Controller on behalf of a highly successful, market-leading business operating within one of the UK's most sought-after industries. This is a genuinely rare opportunity to join a consistently profitable organisation with an outstanding reputation, offering excellent career development, long-term stability and the opportunity to lead a high-performing Group Finance function within a fast-growing, PE-backed business.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">The business also offers an exceptionally generous annual bonus, which has been paid consistently for over 10 consecutive years, alongside a comprehensive benefits package.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">This is an outstanding opportunity for an experienced Financial Controller or Head of Finance looking to step into a broad, strategic leadership role with responsibility for financial control, reporting, treasury, systems, governance and continuous improvement, whilst partnering closely with senior leadership and private equity stakeholders.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">Role</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">The Group Financial Controller plays a pivotal leadership role within the Group Finance function, ensuring the delivery of accurate, timely and insightful financial information across a complex multi-entity business. You will lead the financial processing and reporting teams while providing oversight of financial systems, treasury, governance and risk management, helping modernise the finance function through technology, automation and continuous improvement.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">Key Responsibilities</p><ul data-spread="false"><li>Lead and develop the financial processing and reporting teams, fostering a high-performance culture.</li><li>Deliver an efficient month-end close and ensure accurate, timely management and board reporting.</li><li>Provide meaningful financial analysis to support strategic and operational decision-making.</li><li>Partner with operational, commercial and senior leadership teams across the business.</li><li>Oversee cash flow forecasting, liquidity management and working capital across the Group.</li><li>Ensure robust financial controls, balance sheet integrity and compliance with accounting standards.</li><li>Support statutory reporting, external audit and governance requirements.</li><li>Provide strategic oversight of financial systems, including continuous improvement, automation and reporting enhancements.</li><li>Oversee treasury operations, banking relationships and intercompany funding.</li><li>Lead risk management processes and support internal audit activities.</li><li>Play a key role in business transformation, M&A activity, acquisitions, integrations and group restructuring projects.</li><li>Drive continuous improvement across finance processes, systems and data quality.</li></ul><p class="isSelectedEnd">About You</p><ul data-spread="false"><li>ACA or ACCA qualified with significant post-qualified experience.</li><li>Proven background in Financial Control, Group Reporting or a senior finance leadership role.</li><li>Strong technical accounting knowledge within a complex multi-entity environment.</li><li>Experience leading and developing finance teams.</li><li>Commercially minded with excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.</li><li>Hands-on leader with a passion for improving processes, controls and systems.</li><li>Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail.</li><li>Experience within a PE-backed, infrastructure, utilities, energy or similarly complex business would be advantageous.</li></ul><p class="isSelectedEnd">Package</p><ul data-spread="false"><li>Basic salary of £90,000 - £100,000.</li><li>Generous annual bonus with an excellent long-term track record of paying out.</li><li>Hybrid working (2-3 days in the office).</li><li>Comprehensive benefits package (full details available upon successful application).</li><li>Outstanding long-term career progression within a highly regarded and growing Group Finance function.</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/YmhhdmluLmtvdGVjaGEuNzI2OTAuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p><strong>Title: </strong>Senior Head of Finance</p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Birmingham</p><p><strong>Salary:</strong> Competitive + Benefits</p><p><strong>The Opportunity</strong></p><p>Robert Half are a retained search partner for a market leading, UK-based professional services organisation seeking an experienced <strong>Senior Head of Finance</strong> to lead a significant finance function supporting a diverse portfolio of clients and business operations.</p><p>This is a highly visible leadership position, responsible for driving financial performance, governance, reporting excellence, service delivery, and continuous improvement across a complex and growing operation. Working closely with senior leadership, you will play a key role in shaping strategy, commercial outcomes, and ensuring best-in-class financial processes and controls.</p><p>The role offers an opportunity to lead an established team while driving transformation, process optimisation, and service excellence in a client-focused environment.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p><strong>Strategic Leadership</strong></p><ul><li>Lead the overall finance strategy, operating model, and service delivery framework.</li><li>Partner with executive leadership to support business growth and operational performance.</li><li>Build strong relationships with senior internal and external stakeholders.</li><li>Support commercial initiatives, business development activity, and client presentations.</li><li>Act as the senior point of escalation for complex financial matters.</li></ul><p><strong>Control & Governance</strong></p><ul><li>Ensure robust financial governance, controls, and risk management processes are maintained.</li><li>Oversee compliance with regulatory requirements, professional standards, and internal policies.</li><li>Manage internal and external audit relationships.</li><li>Monitor and mitigate financial and operational risks.</li><li>Deliver high-quality governance reporting to senior leadership.</li></ul><p><strong>Reporting & Commercial </strong></p><ul><li>Drive the production of accurate, timely, and commercially focused management information.</li><li>Develop meaningful financial reporting, KPIs, and performance dashboards.</li><li>Support strategic decision-making through insightful financial analysis.</li><li>Translate complex financial information for both financial and non-financial stakeholders.</li></ul><p><strong>Leadership </strong></p><ul><li>Lead, mentor, and develop a sizeable finance team.</li><li>Foster a high-performance culture built on accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.</li><li>Support succession planning, talent development, and professional qualifications.</li><li>Ensure appropriate resource planning and organisational capability to support future growth.</li></ul><p><strong>Transformation</strong></p><ul><li>Champion finance transformation initiatives and operational improvements.</li><li>Identify opportunities to streamline processes, improve controls, and enhance efficiency.</li><li>Drive the adoption of technology, automation, and data-driven decision making.</li><li>Lead change programmes that improve service delivery and commercial performance.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>About You</strong></p><p>We are seeking a commercially minded finance leader who combines strong technical expertise with exceptional stakeholder management and leadership capability.</p><p>You will ideally possess:</p><ul><li>ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent professional qualification.</li><li>Significant senior finance leadership experience within a complex environment.</li><li>Proven experience leading large finance teams through growth and change.</li><li>Strong understanding of financial controls, governance, risk management, and compliance.</li><li>Ability to influence and engage senior stakeholders both internally and externally.</li><li>A track record of delivering operational improvement, transformation, and process optimisation initiatives.</li><li>Strong commercial acumen with the ability to balance strategic thinking and operational delivery.</li><li>Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>What's on Offer</strong></p><ul><li>A critical leadership role within a growing and ambitious organisation.</li><li>Significant exposure to executive leadership and strategic decision-making.</li><li>Opportunity to shape the future direction of a large finance function.</li><li>Strong career progression potential.</li><li>Competitive salary, bonus, and comprehensive benefits package</li></ul><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. 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<p><strong>Financial Accountant | Engineering & Manufacturing | Leamington Spa (Hybrid Working) | £58,000-£62,000 | Permanent Role</strong></p><p> </p><p>Robert Half are partnering with a leading engineering and manufacturing business to recruit a Financial Accountant on a permanent basis.</p><p> </p><p>This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Financial Accountant to join a well-established business and take ownership across financial reporting, month-end close, statutory accounts, IFRS and taxation.</p><p> </p><p>The role would suit someone who has a strong technical accounting background and is comfortable taking ownership of the full P&L close, preparing and presenting statutory accounts, and ensuring the business remains fully compliant with current IFRS and tax requirements.</p><p> </p><p><strong>The successful candidate must come from a manufacturing environment </strong>and have a strong understanding of the financial and operational complexities of a product-led business.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>📊 <strong>About the Position</strong></p><p> </p><p>You will be responsible for:</p><p> </p><ul><li>Taking ownership of the month-end close process, including reviewing and closing the P&L and ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting.</li><li>Preparing, reviewing and presenting statutory accounts, ensuring compliance with relevant accounting standards and regulatory requirements.</li><li>Ensuring the business remains up to date with IFRS requirements and applying relevant accounting standards confidently across financial reporting.</li><li>Maintaining an up-to-date understanding of tax legislation and ensuring appropriate tax accounting and compliance processes are followed.</li><li>Reviewing balance sheet reconciliations, investigating variances and ensuring the integrity and accuracy of the balance sheet.</li><li>Preparing management accounts and providing clear financial analysis and commentary to senior stakeholders.</li><li>Working closely with operational and commercial teams to understand financial performance, investigate variances and provide meaningful insight into the underlying drivers of the P&L.</li><li>Supporting the preparation of annual budgets, forecasts and wider financial planning activities.</li><li>Working closely with external auditors throughout the year-end process, managing technical queries and ensuring the timely completion of the statutory audit.</li><li>Reviewing accounting treatments and providing technical accounting guidance to the wider finance team and business where required.</li><li>Ensuring robust financial controls and processes are maintained across the business and identifying opportunities to improve reporting and financial processes.</li><li>Supporting the wider finance function with ad hoc technical accounting, reporting and commercial projects as required.</li></ul><p> </p><p>📋 <strong>What We're Looking For</strong></p><p> </p><ul><li>Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA).</li><li><strong>Proven experience working within a manufacturing environment is essential.</strong></li><li>Proven experience owning and closing the P&L as part of the month-end process.</li><li>Strong experience preparing, reviewing and presenting statutory accounts.</li><li>Up-to-date knowledge of IFRS and the ability to apply accounting standards confidently in a commercial environment.</li><li>Strong and current knowledge of tax accounting and relevant tax legislation.</li><li>Experience working with external auditors and managing the year-end statutory audit process.</li><li>Strong understanding of balance sheet accounting, reconciliations and financial controls.</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p>💼 <strong>Why This Role Could Be Your Next Move</strong></p><p> </p><p>This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Financial Accountant looking for a role that offers genuine ownership across financial reporting, technical accounting and the wider finance function.</p><p> </p><p>If you have a strong manufacturing background and are confident owning the P&L close, preparing and presenting statutory accounts, and applying up-to-date IFRS and tax knowledge, this role offers the opportunity to take on a broad position within an established business.</p><p> </p><p>You'll work closely with senior finance and operational stakeholders, providing financial insight while taking ownership of key technical and reporting responsibilities.</p><p> </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. 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<h1 data-pm-slice="1 1 []">Financial Controller</h1><p><strong>Birmingham | Up to £85,000</strong></p><h2>The Opportunity</h2><p>Robert Half is recruiting for a Financial Controller to join an established manufacturing business in Birmingham.</p><p>This is a senior finance role suited to a technically strong, qualified accountant with a proven track record in financial reporting and controls. You will work closely with the Finance Director, leading the finance function, strengthening reporting processes and providing reliable financial insight to support business performance.</p><p>We are particularly interested in candidates with experience in a large manufacturing group's reporting function or those with an audit background and strong exposure to manufacturing.</p><h2>Key Responsibilities</h2><ul data-spread="false"><li><p>Lead month-end and quarterly reporting, ensuring accurate results are delivered to group deadlines.</p></li><li><p>Oversee financial controls, balance sheet reconciliations, statutory accounts and year-end audits.</p></li><li><p>Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards, including IFRS</p></li><li><p>Lead IFRS 18 implementation</p></li><li><p>Manage cash flow forecasting, treasury, budgeting, rolling forecasts and capital expenditure reporting.</p></li><li><p>Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, fixed assets and key financial compliance activities.</p></li><li><p>Analyse financial performance, sales and margins, providing insight to support operational and strategic decisions.</p></li><li><p>Lead and develop the finance team, driving improvements in reporting, systems and processes.</p></li><li><p>Partner with senior stakeholders and deputise for the Finance Director when required.</p></li></ul><h2>About You</h2><ul data-spread="false"><li><p>ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified, with substantial post-qualification experience.</p></li><li><p>Strong financial reporting experience gained within a manufacturing group, ideally in a group reporting or financial control capacity.</p></li><li><p>Alternatively, an audit-trained accountant with exposure to large manufacturing businesses and a strong understanding of manufacturing finance.</p></li><li><p>Sound knowledge of financial controls, statutory reporting and audit processes.</p></li><li><p>Advanced Excel skills and experience with ERP, MRP or group reporting systems.</p></li><li><p>Confident leading a team, managing deadlines and communicating effectively with senior stakeholders.</p></li></ul><h2>The Opportunity</h2><p>A broad Financial Controller position offering ownership of financial reporting, governance and team leadership, with the opportunity to influence business performance within an established manufacturing environment.</p><p><strong>Interested?</strong></p><p>If you have the manufacturing experience and reporting expertise we're looking for, contact Robert Half 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/ZW1tYS5sbGV3ZWxseW4uMTk1OTQuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p><strong>Finance Manager</strong></p><p> </p><p><strong>Location: Leicestershire | Permanent</strong></p><p> </p><p><strong>The Opportunity</strong></p><p> </p><p>Robert Half is partnering with a growing international manufacturing and production business to recruit a Finance Manager. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on finance professional to take ownership of the finance function, support business performance and contribute to the continued growth of the organisation.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Take ownership of the full accounting cycle, including month-end accounts, management reporting, reconciliations, accruals and prepayments.</li><li>Oversee day-to-day accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, VAT returns and payroll accounting.</li><li>Support budgeting, forecasting and cash flow management, providing financial insight to support business performance.</li><li>Monitor production costs, stock movements and cost allocations, working closely with operational and production teams.</li><li>Support statutory audits, financial controls and compliance, while identifying opportunities to improve accounting processes, systems and procedures.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>The Ideal Candidate</strong></p><ul><li>ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified, with a minimum of three years' accounting experience within a manufacturing, production or FMCG environment.</li><li>Strong technical knowledge of UK accounting standards, statutory requirements and the full accounting cycle.</li><li>Practical experience of management accounts, stock accounting, production costing and operational finance processes.</li><li>Confident using financial systems, with Sage Intacct experience advantageous, alongside strong Excel and analytical skills.</li><li>A proactive, hands-on and organised individual with the ability to work autonomously, manage priorities, lead and develop a team, and engage confidently with stakeholders.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>What's on Offer?</strong></p><ul><li>Opportunity to join a growing international group.</li><li>Broad finance role with genuine ownership and responsibility.</li><li>Exposure to international operations across the UK and Europe.</li><li>Long-term career development opportunities.</li><li>Supportive and professional working environment.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Apply Today</strong></p><p> </p><p>If you are an experienced Finance Manager looking for your next opportunity within a manufacturing or production environment, please apply today or contact Robert Half 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/SGFubmFoLkFybm90dC4xODQ1NS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p><strong>Head of Marketing</strong></p><p>Salary: £60,000 + Benefits Location: Cheshire</p><p>Robert Half are partnering exclusively with a long-established and highly successful live entertainment business to recruit a Head of Marketing.</p><p>This is a newly created role offering the opportunity to take ownership of the marketing strategy across a portfolio of well-known touring entertainment brands.</p><p>Reporting to the Commercial Director, you'll lead a small marketing team and work closely with external agencies to drive customer acquisition, increase ticket sales and ensure marketing activity delivers measurable commercial results.</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p>You'll be responsible for developing and delivering the overall marketing strategy across multiple live events, shows and entertainment brands.</p><p>Key responsibilities include:</p><ul><li>Creating and implementing the overall marketing strategy</li><li>Driving audience growth, customer acquisition and ticket sales</li><li>Leading, developing and coaching a marketing team of four</li><li>Managing external agencies across paid media, SEO and digital channels</li><li>Overseeing CRM, digital marketing, social media, content and brand activity</li><li>Monitoring campaign performance, ROI and return on ad spend (ROAS)</li><li>Using customer insight and data to guide marketing decisions</li><li>Working closely with commercial and operational stakeholders across the business</li><li>Supporting launches into new venues and locations</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>The Candidate</strong></p><p>We're looking for an experienced marketing professional with a broad skill set and a strong commercial mindset.</p><p> </p><p>You will ideally have:</p><ul><li>Previous experience in a Marketing Manager, Senior Marketing Manager, Growth Marketing Manager or Head of Marketing role</li><li>Experience developing and delivering multi-channel marketing strategies</li><li>Strong knowledge of digital marketing, CRM and customer acquisition</li><li>A data-driven approach with the ability to analyse performance and optimise campaigns</li><li>Experience managing budgets and external agencies</li><li>Previous team leadership experience</li><li>Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills</li><li>A hands-on approach and willingness to get involved in delivery as well as strategy</li></ul><p><strong>What's on Offer?</strong></p><ul><li>Opportunity to shape a newly created Head of Marketing position</li><li>Direct influence on commercial performance and business growth</li><li>Broad role spanning multiple brands and channels</li><li>Genuine autonomy and visibility within the leadership team</li><li>Collaborative and entrepreneurial environment</li><li>Salary of £60,000 plus benefits</li><li>25 days holidays</li></ul><p>If you're looking for an opportunity to take ownership, drive growth and make a visible impact within a unique and exciting business, we'd love to hear from you.</p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Q29ub3IuTWNDYWJlLjkxMTc4LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>Data & Analytics Programme Lead (Data Lake) | Global Consulting Firm | Contract</p><p><strong>Robert Half is supporting a global consulting firm in the search for an experienced Data & Analytics Programme Lead to help drive a major Data Lake transformation programme for a leading international organisation. </strong>This is a business-focused leadership role, requiring someone who can bring together Finance, Commercial, Supply Chain and Technology stakeholders to successfully deliver a large-scale data and analytics agenda.</p><p><strong>Contract Details</strong></p><ul><li><strong>📍 Predominantly Remote (occasional travel as required)</strong></li><li><strong>💰 £600-£650 per day via Umbrella</strong></li><li><strong>📅 Initial 6-month contract</strong></li><li><strong>🚀 ASAP start⏱️ Approx. 1-2 week turnaround for interview, onboarding and mobilisation</strong></li></ul><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p>You will lead a high-profile Data Lake and Analytics programme, acting as the bridge between business and technology teams to ensure successful delivery and adoption across the organisation.</p><p>This is not a hands-on engineering role. Instead, we are looking for someone with strong programme leadership experience who understands modern data platforms and can confidently engage senior stakeholders across multiple business functions.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Lead delivery of a large-scale Data Lake and Analytics transformation programme</li><li>Engage and influence senior stakeholders across Finance, Supply Chain, Procurement, Commercial and Technology functions</li><li>Drive programme governance, planning, reporting and execution</li><li>Coordinate delivery teams, technology partners and third-party suppliers</li><li>Support the development of data-driven decision making and reporting capabilities</li><li>Ensure business requirements are translated into successful programme outcomes</li><li>Manage programme risks, dependencies and executive-level communications</li></ul><p><strong>Key Experience Required</strong></p><ul><li>Proven experience leading end-to-end Data & Analytics transformation programmes</li><li>Strong programme or project leadership background</li><li>Experience delivering Data Lake initiatives at enterprise scale</li><li>Strong stakeholder management skills across business and technology teams</li><li>Experience working with executive sponsors, steering committees and senior business leaders</li><li>Understanding of data governance, analytics, reporting and data quality principles</li></ul><p><strong>Desirable Experience: </strong>Microsoft Fabric, Azure Data Platform, Power BI, Manufacturing, Retail, Distribution, Consumer Products or Supply Chain environments</p><p>Add this at the bottom of the advert:</p><p> </p><p><strong>Please note:</strong> Due to the nature of this engagement, successful candidates will be required to complete comprehensive onboarding and compliance checks. This will include obtaining detailed employment references covering the last 3 years, a criminal records check, and financial background screening. Candidates should be comfortable meeting these requirements prior to commencement.</p><p> </p><p>If you're an experienced Data Programme Lead with a track record of delivering large-scale analytics and data transformation initiatives, we'd be keen to hear from you.</p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Tmljb2xhcy5HZW9yZ2lvdS4zODI3MS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<h2>Insurance Manager</h2><p class="isSelectedEnd"><strong>Birmingham City Centre | Hybrid | Up to £75,000</strong></p><p class="isSelectedEnd">Are you an experienced insurance professional currently working with large corporate clients and looking to take your expertise in-house?</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">This is an opportunity to take ownership of insurance across a complex organisation, working closely with senior stakeholders and bringing together strong technical insurance knowledge with commercial understanding.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">We are particularly interested in professionals who have worked within the <strong>corporate insurance market</strong>, particularly those who have advised or managed insurance programmes for large, complex organisations.</p><h3>The role</h3><p class="isSelectedEnd">As Insurance Manager, you will take responsibility for the organisation's insurance requirements, working across a broad and complex insurance environment and providing senior-level expertise and guidance.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">You will be expected to understand not only the technical detail of insurance programmes, but also how insurance decisions impact the wider business.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">Key areas will include:</p><ul data-spread="false"><li>Managing and overseeing complex corporate insurance arrangements</li><li>Working with brokers and other external insurance partners</li><li>Understanding <strong>excess layers, aggregates and insurance programme structures</strong></li><li>Managing claims and insurance-related matters across the organisation</li><li>Working closely with senior internal stakeholders</li><li>Assessing insurance requirements and providing commercially focused recommendations</li><li>Ensuring insurance arrangements deliver appropriate value and support the wider business</li><li>Managing relationships with major corporate insurance stakeholders</li></ul><h3>What we're looking for</h3><p class="isSelectedEnd">The background of the successful candidate could come from a number of routes.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">You may currently be working as:</p><ul data-spread="false"><li><strong>Client Executive</strong></li><li><strong>Executive Broker</strong></li><li><strong>Senior Broker</strong></li><li><strong>Corporate Insurance Broker</strong></li><li><strong>Insurance Manager</strong></li><li><strong>Chartered Insurance Practitioner</strong></li><li>A senior professional within a <strong>claims environment</strong></li></ul><p class="isSelectedEnd">The key is your level of technical knowledge, commercial understanding and experience working with sophisticated corporate clients.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">You will ideally have:</p><ul data-spread="false"><li>Strong understanding of <strong>excess layers and aggregates</strong></li><li>Experience working with <strong>large, complex insurance programmes</strong></li><li>Experience supporting or managing <strong>major corporate / FTSE 500-sized clients</strong></li><li>Strong broker and client relationship management experience</li><li>Experience operating with senior stakeholders</li><li>A good understanding of the claims environment</li><li>The ability to understand <strong>ROI, commercial value and business impact</strong></li><li>Strong communication and stakeholder management skills</li></ul><h3>Why consider the move in-house?</h3><p class="isSelectedEnd">This is an opportunity to move beyond advising clients and take <strong>direct ownership of insurance within a major organisation</strong>.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd">You will have the opportunity to use your existing technical insurance expertise in a role with genuine commercial exposure and visibility across the wider business.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd"><strong>Up to £75,000 | Birmingham City Centre | Hybrid working | Permanent</strong></p><p>If you're currently working within the corporate insurance market and are considering a move in-house, we'd be keen to speak with you.</p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/ZW1tYS5sbGV3ZWxseW4uNzM5MzguMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p><strong>Recruitment Consultant - Solihull - Hybrid</strong></p><p><strong>Robert Half is looking for</strong> an ambitious and motivated <strong>Recruitment Consultant</strong> to join our growing team in Solihull.</p><p>Whether you're an experienced recruiter or someone with a strong sales background looking to break into the industry, this is your chance to build a successful career with a global market leader.</p><p>In return, you'll be part of a passionate and vibrant team, supported by industry-leading training, cutting-edge technology, and a rewarding package of benefits. </p><p><strong>About the role</strong></p><ul><li>In this role, you'll manage the full 360° recruitment process - from identifying new business opportunities and acquiring clients, to placing top-tier candidates in roles that align with their career goals.</li><li>You'll build and nurture strong, long-term relationships with both clients and candidates, acting as a trusted advisor and go-to recruitment partner.</li><li>Leveraging a variety of sourcing channels - including job boards, social media, and professional networks - you'll identify and engage high-calibre talent across your market.</li><li>You'll collaborate closely with a high-performing, supportive team to share insights, celebrate wins, and continuously refine recruitment strategies to deliver outstanding results.</li></ul><p><strong>Your skills and experience</strong></p><ul><li>You bring proven experience in recruitment or a strong background in sales or customer service, with the ability to transfer these skills to a high-performance, target-driven environment.</li><li>You excel in communication and relationship-building, confidently engaging with stakeholders at all levels to create lasting professional connections.</li><li>You demonstrate resilience, tenacity, and a competitive edge - consistently pushing through challenges to achieve success.</li><li>You are highly goal-oriented, motivated by performance targets, and driven by a desire to earn, grow, and progress in your career.</li><li>You thrive in fast-paced, high-energy settings where you can stay focused, adapt quickly, and maintain a strong performance under pressure.</li></ul><p><strong>What we offer</strong></p><p>When you join us, we will invest in your financial and personal wellbeing with benefits that work for you. Our package includes:</p><ul><li>Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package</li><li>Transparent quarterly performance-based bonuses</li><li>Well-being initiatives designed to support your mental, physical and financial health</li><li>Industry-leading training and continuous professional development</li><li>Access to the latest technology and tools to help you succeed</li><li>Recognition programmes celebrating both individual and team achievements</li><li>National and international career mobility opportunities</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/QW50aG9ueS5DbGFyay41ODk1OS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p><strong>Senior Internal Auditor - IT | Major Infrastructure & Energy | Manchester (Hybrid working) | £70,000-£77,000 + Bonus + Benefits | Permanent Role</strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p>Robert Half are partnering with a leading UK infrastructure and energy organisation with a diverse and evolving operational landscape.</p><p> </p><p>As the business continues to evolve, its Internal Audit function is growing, creating an excellent opportunity for a Senior Internal Auditor - IT to join an established team and contribute to strengthening governance, risk management and internal controls.</p><p> </p><p>This is a hands-on technology audit role where you'll lead assurance engagements across IT governance, cyber security, digital transformation and technology risk. You'll work closely with stakeholders across the organisation, providing clear, evidence-based insight to improve controls, support decision-making and help manage emerging technology risks.</p><p>📊 <strong>About the Position</strong></p><p> </p><p>As Senior Internal Auditor - IT, you'll lead technology-focused audit engagements from planning through to reporting, assessing the effectiveness of IT controls and identifying opportunities to improve governance and risk management.</p><p> </p><p>This is an audit and assurance role rather than a hands-on technical IT position. The ideal candidate will bring experience across both IT Audit and broader Internal Audit, combining technical knowledge with strong stakeholder management and report-writing skills.</p><p> </p><p>Day-to-day, you'll:</p><p> </p><ul><li>Plan and deliver IT audit engagements, including risk assessments, control testing and reporting.</li><li>Assess IT governance, cyber security, information security and technology risk management.</li><li>Test IT General Controls, including access management, change management, incident management and third-party technology controls.</li><li>Evaluate technology risks across enterprise applications, cloud environments and digital transformation programmes.</li><li>Prepare audit reports and provide practical recommendations to strengthen internal controls.</li><li>Agree management actions with stakeholders and monitor their implementation.</li><li>Contribute to audit planning and collaborate with other assurance teams and co-sourced partners.</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p>📋 <strong>What We're Looking For</strong></p><p> </p><ul><li>At least 3 years of relevant experience in IT Audit, Internal Audit, Technology Risk or Assurance.</li><li>Experience across both IT Audit and broader Internal Audit.</li><li>Strong knowledge of IT controls, technology risk and cyber security governance.</li><li>Experience delivering audit engagements, including control testing, documenting findings and reporting recommendations.</li><li>Familiarity with frameworks such as NIST, ISO 27001 or equivalent.</li><li>A relevant professional qualification, such as CISA, CIA, ACA, ACCA, CPA or CA, or equivalent relevant experience.</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p>🤝 <strong>Here's What's Waiting for You</strong></p><p> </p><ul><li>£70,000-£77,000 base salary, depending on experience.</li><li>Up to 5% annual bonus.</li><li>Hybrid working- 2-3 days per week in the office.</li><li>28 days' annual leave, increasing to 30 days after five years, plus bank holidays.</li><li>Option to purchase additional annual leave.</li><li>Pension scheme with up to 7.5% employee contribution and 15% employer contribution.</li><li>Additional health, financial wellbeing and lifestyle benefits.</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p>💼 <strong>Why This Role Could Be Your Next Move</strong></p><p> </p><p>This is an opportunity to develop your career within a growing Internal Audit function, gaining exposure to complex technology risks, cyber security and digital transformation.</p><p> </p><p>You'll have genuine ownership of audit engagements, visibility across the business and the opportunity to influence improvements to governance, risk management and internal controls.</p><p> </p><p>The role would suit an IT Auditor looking to broaden their internal audit experience, or an Internal Auditor with a strong technology risk specialism who wants to take on greater responsibility.</p><p> </p><p>For someone looking to combine technology expertise, audit delivery and meaningful stakeholder engagement, this is an excellent opportunity to take the next step in their career.</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/T2xpdmVyLldvbmcuMDU2MjkuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p></p><h1>Head of Finance</h1><p><strong>Location:</strong> West Midlands | Hybrid Working</p><p>Robert Half are recruiting a <strong>Head of Finance</strong> on behalf of a successful UK organisation operating within a complex, project-led environment. This is a high-impact leadership position, offering full ownership of the finance function and a seat at the table with the senior leadership team.</p><p>This is far more than a traditional financial control role. You'll be expected to challenge decisions, drive profitability, improve performance, and provide the commercial insight needed to support continued growth.</p><h3>The Role</h3><p>As Head of Finance, you will take responsibility for the overall financial leadership of the business, ensuring robust financial management whilst acting as a trusted adviser to operational and commercial teams.</p><p>You'll be at the heart of strategic decision-making, providing insight that drives business performance, improves margins, strengthens controls, and supports long-term growth ambitions.</p><p>Responsibilities include:</p><ul><li>Leading and developing a high-performing finance team.</li><li>Owning all financial reporting, forecasting, budgeting and planning activities.</li><li>Delivering meaningful commercial insight to support business performance.</li><li>Driving financial discipline and accountability across the organisation.</li><li>Managing cash flow, working capital and liquidity performance.</li><li>Partnering with operational leaders to improve project and contract profitability.</li><li>Ensuring appropriate governance, risk management and regulatory compliance.</li><li>Leading audit processes and maintaining key external relationships.</li><li>Identifying opportunities to streamline processes, improve systems and enhance reporting capability.</li><li>Supporting strategic initiatives, investment decisions and future growth plans.</li></ul><h3>About You</h3><p>We're seeking an ambitious and influential finance professional who enjoys operating in a fast-paced environment and isn't afraid to challenge the status quo.</p><p>You will ideally possess:</p><ul><li>ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualification.</li><li>A proven track record in a senior finance leadership role.</li><li>Strong commercial acumen with the ability to influence and challenge senior stakeholders.</li><li>Experience within engineering, contracting, manufacturing, construction, infrastructure, utilities or other project-based sectors.</li><li>Excellent financial planning, analysis and cash management capabilities.</li><li>A hands-on leadership style with the ability to balance strategic thinking and operational delivery.</li><li>Experience leading teams through change, growth or transformation.</li><li>The confidence to operate as a key member of the senior leadership team.</li></ul><p> </p><h2> </h2><br><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/amFjay5jb253YXkuMjQ2ODUuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Job Title Professional Support Lawyer - Litigation Group - Reporting to Head of Knowledge and Innovation Hours Monday to Friday: 9am to 5.30pm, with additional hours when required.</p><p>Role purpose</p><p>We are seeking an experienced Professional Support Lawyer (PSL) with a strong background in litigation to enhance our dispute resolution offering. This role is integral to ensuring that our litigation lawyers are equipped with up-to-date legal knowledge, innovative tools, and best in class resources to deliver exceptional service to clients. The PSL will provide technical legal support, drive legal training initiatives and contribute to thought leadership within the firm.</p><p>Key responsibilities</p><p>* Coordinating know-how meetings, establishing agendas, and liaising with teams internally</p><p>* Designing and delivering structured training programmes tailored to different qualification levels * Identifying and collaborating with internal and external subject matter experts for specialised training</p><p>* Monitoring emerging litigation technology, evaluating benefits, and providing feedback to the central knowledge function and partners. Contributing to and assisting with the scoping and administration of pilots to test innovation within the Group</p><p>* Liaising with e-disclosure platform providers, as required.</p><p>* Collaborating with Business Development and Marketing to produce a high-quality knowledge-focused website and social media content</p><p>* Raising the external profile and knowledge of the firm through active participation in relevant events and forums</p><p>* Creating and maintaining precedents, templates, standard advice bank</p><p>* Experience of developing and delivering client and/or in-house training</p><p>* Assisting lawyers with preparation of materials for internal and external training/speaking events Skills, experience and attributes</p><p>* An experienced lawyer with a strong sense of commerciality alongside technical excellence.</p><p>* Good knowledge of civil procedure, case management and dispute resolution strategies</p><p>* Clear understanding of how a law firm operates as a business.</p><p>* Excellent communication skills, highly developed organisational ability and attention to detail.</p><p>* Excellent legal drafting skills.</p><p>* Experience of developing and delivering client and/or in-house training and disseminating information effectively</p><p>* Excellent interpersonal skills and collaborative approach.</p><p>* Is self-initiating and takes pro-active approach towards projects; seeks direction and advice as needed but is also prepared to take ownership and progress tasks independently</p><p>* Interested in the law, and the use of technology in effective knowledge sharing</p><p>* Understands and promotes connections between other practice/industry groups and departments</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/QWJiZXkuQmVubmV0dC43NTM0Ni4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p><strong>Assistant Accountant</strong></p><p><strong>Salary: Up to £45,000 depending on experience</strong></p><p><strong>The Opportunity</strong></p><p>Robert Half is partnering with a well-established and trusted client, to recruit an Assistant Accountant / Management Accountant to join their team.</p><p>This is a varied, hands-on role for someone who enjoys getting involved, taking ownership and making things happen. You will support the day-to-day finance function, working across purchase ledger, stock and cost reporting, reconciliations and month-end activities.</p><p>Ideally, you will have experience in a manufacturing environment and understand the importance of accurate stock records, cost control and working closely with operational teams. This role would suit someone with a proactive, can-do attitude who is equally comfortable handling transactional detail and supporting wider accounting processes.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Processing purchase invoices and resolving queries with suppliers and internal teams.</li><li>Maintaining accurate financial, stock and operational records.</li><li>Supporting stock usage reporting, inventory tracking and bill of materials maintenance.</li><li>Assisting with cost and margin analysis, stock valuations and work-in-progress reporting.</li><li>Supporting month-end close, including reconciliations, accruals and financial checks.</li><li>Monitoring outstanding invoices, deliveries and supplier charges to ensure costs are accurately recorded.</li><li>Working closely with purchasing, operations and finance colleagues to investigate discrepancies and resolve queries.</li><li>Maintaining organised records and supporting the smooth running of day-to-day finance processes.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>About You</strong></p><p>We are looking for someone who is practical, organised and keen to develop their accounting career. You will be happy rolling up your sleeves, tackling routine transactional work and taking responsibility for tasks through to completion.</p><p>You will ideally have:</p><ul><li>Experience in an accounts or finance role, preferably within a manufacturing business.</li><li>Exposure to purchase ledger, reconciliations and month-end processes.</li><li>AAT qualification, ideally with current studies towards a professional accounting qualification.</li><li>An understanding of stock, costing or inventory processes, ideally gained in manufacturing.</li><li>Strong numerical skills, excellent attention to detail and good Excel skills.</li><li>A proactive approach to problem-solving, with the initiative to investigate discrepancies and follow up queries.</li><li>A flexible, hands-on attitude and the ability to balance routine tasks with wider finance responsibilities.</li></ul><p><strong>Attitude is just as important as technical ability.</strong> This role will suit someone who takes pride in getting the detail right, enjoys variety and is happy to get involved wherever support is needed.</p><p><strong>What's on Offer?</strong></p><ul><li>Salary of up to £45,000, depending on experience.</li><li>A varied role covering transactional finance, stock, costing and month-end accounting.</li><li>The opportunity to broaden your accounting experience within an established group.</li><li>Scope to develop your technical skills and progress your professional qualifications.</li></ul><p>If you have a manufacturing finance background, enjoy a hands-on role and want to continue developing your accounting career, we would welcome your application.</p><p><strong>To find out more, please send your CV to Emma Llewellyn at Robert Half.</strong></p><p> </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/ZW1tYS5sbGV3ZWxseW4uODE4OTcuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p><strong>Internal Audit Manager - IT | Major Infrastructure & Energy | Manchester (Hybrid Working) | £76,000-£86,000 + Bonus + Benefits | Permanent Role</strong></p><p> </p><p>Robert Half are partnering with a leading UK infrastructure and energy organisation with a diverse and evolving operational landscape.</p><p> </p><p>As the business continues to evolve, its Internal Audit function is growing, creating an excellent opportunity for an experienced Internal Audit Manager - IT to join a high-impact team and help strengthen technology governance, risk management and internal controls.</p><p> </p><p>This is a hands-on management role where you'll lead multiple audit engagements across IT governance, cyber security, digital transformation and technology risk. You'll oversee audit quality, manage and develop audit professionals, and work closely with senior stakeholders to provide clear, evidence-based insight that supports decision-making and strengthens the control environment.</p><p> </p><p>📊 <strong>About the Position</strong></p><p> </p><p>As Internal Audit Manager - IT, you'll take ownership of technology-focused audit engagements from planning through to reporting and action tracking, ensuring work is delivered to a consistently high standard.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>You'll oversee multiple audits, review findings and recommendations, and act as a key point of contact for senior stakeholders. Alongside managing and developing the Senior Internal Auditor, you'll work with co-sourced providers and contribute to the ongoing development of the risk-based Internal Audit Plan.</p><p> </p><p>This is an opportunity for an established IT Audit professional who combines strong technical expertise with people management, quality assurance and the confidence to challenge senior stakeholders.</p><p> </p><p>Day-to-day, you'll:</p><p> </p><ul><li>Lead multiple IT audit engagements, from risk assessment and planning through to fieldwork, reporting and action tracking.</li><li>Oversee audits covering IT governance, cyber security, cloud services, IT operations, data management and digital transformation.</li><li>Review audit scopes, testing strategies, evidence, findings and reports, ensuring recommendations are practical and evidence-based.</li><li>Manage, coach and develop audit professionals, including workload allocation, performance management and development planning.</li><li>Build trusted relationships with senior stakeholders and communicate audit findings clearly to management.</li><li>Monitor emerging technology risks, cyber threats and regulatory developments to inform audit planning.</li><li>Contribute to the risk-based Internal Audit Plan and collaborate with co-sourced providers and other assurance teams.</li></ul><p> </p><p>📋 <strong>What We're Looking For</strong></p><p> </p><ul><li>At least 7 years of relevant experience leading IT internal audit engagements.</li><li>Significant IT Internal Audit experience gained within a large, complex or regulated organisation, or a Big Four professional services environment.</li><li>Experience across both IT Audit and broader Internal Audit.</li><li>Proven experience managing multiple audits simultaneously, from planning through to reporting and action follow-up.</li><li>Essential line management experience, including coaching, developing and overseeing audit professionals.</li><li>Experience reviewing and signing off audit work, challenging findings and maintaining high-quality reporting standards.</li><li>Strong knowledge of IT General Controls, cyber security, technology risk and governance frameworks.</li><li>Familiarity with NIST, ISO 27001 or equivalent technology risk frameworks.</li><li>A relevant professional qualification, such as CISA, CIA, ACA, ACCA, CPA or CA.</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p>🤝 <strong>Here's What's Waiting for You</strong></p><p> </p><ul><li>£76,000-£86,000 base salary, depending on experience.</li><li>Up to 10% annual bonus.</li><li>Hybrid working- 2-3 days per week in the office.</li><li>28 days' annual leave, increasing to 30 days after five years, plus bank holidays.</li><li>Option to purchase additional annual leave.</li><li>Pension scheme with up to 7.5% employee contribution and 15% employer contribution.</li><li>Private healthcare and additional health, financial wellbeing and lifestyle benefits.</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p>💼 <strong>Why This Role Could Be Your Next Move</strong></p><p> </p><p>This is an opportunity to step into a management role where you can shape audit delivery, influence senior stakeholders and play a meaningful part in strengthening technology risk and governance.</p><p> </p><p>You'll combine hands-on audit leadership with people management and quality assurance, overseeing multiple engagements while helping develop the wider Internal Audit function.</p><p> </p><p>For an established IT Audit Manager looking to take ownership of a broader audit programme, work across complex technology risks and develop their leadership experience, this is an excellent next step.</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/T2xpdmVyLldvbmcuODcyODAuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Robert Half are partnering to resource for a Senior IT GRC Analyst. The Senior IT GRC Analyst will support and develop the organisation's Governance, Risk & Compliance capability. The role is responsible for operating core GRC processes, translating security framework requirements into practical controls, and providing assurance that technology risks are effectively managed.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Key Skills & Experience Required</strong></p><ul><li>IT GRC, Information Security, Technology Risk, or IT Audit experience.</li><li>IT risk management, risk assessments, and reporting.</li><li>Policy, standards, assurance, and compliance management.</li><li>Supplier security reviews and third-party risk assessments.</li><li>Knowledge of:<ul><li>ISO 27001</li><li>NIST Cyber Security Framework (CSF)</li><li>NIS2</li><li>Cyber Essential</li></ul></li></ul><p><strong>Desirable Skills & Experience</strong></p><ul><li>Knowledge/experience with connected products</li><li>IE62443</li><li>Security certifications, i.e. CISM, CISSP, CISA etc.</li></ul><p><strong>Additional requirements</strong></p><ul><li>Right to Work in the UK</li><li>DBS Check Required</li></ul><br><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/RmF6Lk5hbmRvby42NDM1MC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">