<p><strong>Role Title:</strong> Director of Finance (FIN24-010)</p><p><strong>Normal Workbase:</strong> Your normal place of work is the Stoke Campus, but you will be required to work or</p><p>be based at any premises the University occupies or any other reasonable location</p><p>where the University is undertaking its business.</p><p><strong>Grade:</strong> 12</p><p><strong>Role Family:</strong> Senior and Ultimate Lead</p><p><strong>Reporting To</strong>: Chief Financial Officer</p><p><strong>Responsible For:</strong> Director of Business, Planning and Resources</p><p>Head of Financial Planning and Analysis</p><p>Head of Sustainable Strategic Procurement</p><p>Head of Financial Operations</p><p> </p><p> </p><p><strong>Summary of the Role</strong></p><p>Lead the development, deployment and evaluation of the Five-Year Financial Strategy, to support the delivery of the</p><p>Strategic Plan and the strategic priorities.</p><p><strong>Key Accountabilities</strong></p><ol><li>Design and manage the delivery of the operational plan to support the Five-Year Financial Strategy including</li></ol><p>academic resource planning, student number planning, the further development of the Target Operating Model,</p><p>budget preparation and forecasting, procurement, treasury management, tax and VAT compliance and the capital</p><p>master plan.</p><ol start="2"><li>Design and manage the delivery of the Financial Regulations and supporting policies and procedures across the</li></ol><p>university, ensuring that these are designed and implemented in accordance with regulatory, legal and statutory</p><p>requirements, and are in compliance with internal and external audit requirements.</p><ol start="3"><li>Ensure compliance with statutory and regulatory financial requirements including the preparation of the annual</li></ol><p>consolidated Financial Statements, and the required reporting to regulatory bodies.</p><ol start="4"><li>Design and manage the operational approach to supporting all schools and services across the University with</li></ol><p>their financial management, through the finance business partnering approach.</p><ol start="5"><li>Lead and manage the staff within Finance, in accordance with university policies and procedures, delivering our</li></ol><p>approach for an inclusive culture, in line with our values, whilst ensuring the health, safety and wellbeing of all.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Role Dimensions</strong></p><p><strong>Qualifications</strong></p><p>To be successful in this role you will need to hold the following qualification requirements:</p><ul><li>Relevant professional accountancy qualification (ACA, CIMA, ACCA)</li></ul><p>Experience and Knowledge Requirements</p><p>To be successful in this role you will need to demonstrate:</p><ul><li>Thorough understanding of Higher Education sector including its future direction and a regional and national</li></ul><p>level.</p><ul><li>Strong analytical skills with both quantitative and qualitative data, coupled with the ability to understand</li></ul><p>themes and identify key messages form complex data sets.</p><ul><li>An experienced and credible senior leader, comfortable at operating in high profile, uncertain environments,</li></ul><p>with a style that encourages openness, transparency and empowerment.</p><ul><li>High level communication skills, both written and oral, with the capability of influencing a direction of travel.</li></ul><p><strong>Core Competencies</strong></p><p>As a University we have aligned success, in all roles, to the demonstration of all ten Behavioural Competencies that</p><p>bring our Values to life. Demonstrating these Behaviours is a critical part of a successful career at the University of</p><p>Staffordshire. Whilst you are expected to demonstrate all ten behaviours, five core behaviours have been identified as</p><p>essential for success in the Senior and Ultimate Lead role family as follows:</p><p><strong>Making Relationships Work</strong></p><p>Builds great working relationships, internally and externally, through an honest, open and collaborative approach.</p><p>Communicates effectively and adapts their style to suit the audience or individual, always considering the needs of</p><p>others</p><p><strong>Sees the Bigger Picture</strong></p><p>Thinks and plans several steps ahead. Delivering today's commitments with an eye on future changes and</p><p>requirement. Works collaboratively across the organisation understanding where and how things link together to</p><p>enhance the reputation of the University</p><p><strong>Personal Credibility</strong></p><p>Takes pride in doing a great job. Demonstrates energy and commitment in all aspects of the role. Focuses on the</p><p>things that make the biggest difference to the University, the team and the department.</p><p><strong>Leadership</strong></p><p>Demonstrates leadership of self or self and others if in a management role. Takes responsibility for own actions and</p><p>where in a manager/leader role, the actions of their team. Demonstrates the University values consistently in the way</p><p>they work. Inspires others by their actions.</p><p><strong>Digital</strong></p><p>Demonstrates a positive approach to working with University systems, software and technology. In an ever-changing</p><p>environment seeks out opportunities to embrace change using digital skills, software, and technology to improve</p><p>processes and drive behavioural and organisational change.</p><p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Fair and Inclusive * Curious and Daring * Ambitious and Inspirational * Innovative and Enterprising</strong></p><p> </p><p> </p><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. 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<p>Robert Half have partnered on an exclsuive basis with a growing Pharmaceutical/MedTech organisation in the Greater Manchester area to recruit and IT Manager on a permanent basis. <br /><br />As the IT Manager, you will lead the planning, implementation, maintenance, and security of IT systems, ensuring seamless day-to-day operations. You will work closely with cross-functional teams and external vendors to support secure, scalable, and compliant technology solutions across the organisation. Experience in regulated industries, particularly within healthcare, is highly desirable.<br /><br /><strong>Responsibilities:<br /></strong></p><ul><li>Lead the day-to-day operations of the IT team including the dedicated service desk, infrastructure maintenance and systems management.</li><li>Be responsible for meeting IT Service Desk SLA's and achieving KPI's</li><li>Develop policies and drive process improvement in line with standards such as ITIL and Cyber Essentials.</li><li>Ensure that company policies are implemented, review and maintain procedures and ensure necessary tracking information is captured.</li><li>Lead and manage the IT team Comprising of Senior IT Engineers and an IT Engineer, providing guidance, support, and development opportunities to ensure the team's success and alignment with organisational goals.</li><li>Engage with internal and external stakeholders</li><li>Manage and maintain IT budgets, procurement, and vendor relationships. Own, develop and manage the IT budget, ensuring cost-effective use of resources and services supplied to the business.</li><li>Contribute to and ensure first line security of the organisation IT systems and data through implementing cybersecurity measures.</li><li>Ensure network and system security, ensuring compliance with data protection laws (e.g., GDPR) and any other appropriate regulatory standards.</li><li>Lead IT projects, including Company acquisitions, software and hardware upgrades, migrations, and digital transformation initiatives.</li><li>Covering team absences which may require time filling other team roles, such as commissioning equipment, covering the help desk, technical research and implementation.</li><li>Provide technical support, training and communications to end-users as part of the wider change projects.</li><li>Monitor system performance and implement improvements as needed.</li></ul><p><strong>Experience/Skills required:</strong></p><ul><li>Proven experience in an IT Manager or similar leadership role, preferably within healthcare, life sciences, or medical communications.</li><li>Strong knowledge of cloud-based platforms (especially Microsoft 365, SharePoint, Azure).</li><li>Excellent understanding of cybersecurity frameworks and data protection regulations (e.g. GDPR, ISO 27001).</li><li>Experience supporting hybrid/remote teams using collaboration tools such as Teams, Zoom, and project management systems.</li></ul><p><strong>Salary/logistics:</strong></p><ul><li>£60,000-£65,000 + additional benefits</li><li>Hybrid working - 2/3 days a week on site as standard.</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/Um9yeS5LaXJrbWFuLjc2MDYzLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>An experienced and commercially astute Head of Financial Planning & Analysis is sought to lead the financial insight and planning capabilities of this Knutsford based pharmaceutical business.</p><p>Robert Half is proud to be partnering this expanding global business in the appointment of a Head of FP&A. </p><p>The business is a leading medical communications and healthcare consultancy group, serving clients across biotech, pharma, and healthcare technology. It is due to the growth that an opportunity has arisen to lead the companies FP&A function. This role is critical to supporting strategic decision-making across the business, providing high-quality analysis, reporting, and business partnering. You will lead a team of four Finance Business Partners and own the development of financial reporting through Power BI to ensure data-driven performance management across the company.</p><p>Reporting into the Group CFO, duties will include: </p><p><strong>Strategic Planning & Forecasting </strong></p><ul><li>Lead the annual budgeting, quarterly forecasting, and long-term planning processes in close collaboration with the leadership team</li><li>Align financial plans with business objectives, market dynamics, and operational drivers</li><li>Present robust analysis and recommendations to support strategic initiatives, growth opportunities, and investment decisions</li></ul><p><strong>Financial Reporting & Analysis </strong></p><ul><li>Deliver timely, accurate, and insightful management reporting across the business using Power BI dashboards and reports</li><li>Oversee analysis of revenue, margin, and cost drivers across service lines, geographies, therapeutic areas and clients</li><li>Present robust analysis and recommendations to support strategic initiatives, growth opportunities, and investment decisions</li></ul><p><strong>Business partnering </strong></p><ul><li>Lead and coach a team of 4 Finance Business Partners, supporting their engagement with senior leaders across the business</li><li>Ensure the FP&A team is an effective partner to the business, driving accountability and financial understanding.</li><li>Work closely with commercial leads to evaluate client profitability, pricing models, and project-level performance</li></ul><p><strong>Decision Support & Commercial Insight </strong></p><ul><li>Support strategic decision-making through scenario modelling, cost-benefit analysis, and ROI evaluations.</li><li>Provide financial input into new business opportunities, client proposals, and contract negotiations</li><li>Identify risks and opportunities to help drive financial performance improvement.</li><li>Where needed, support on due ad hoc diligence and reporting for current/prospective capital providers, and future transactions (e.g. M&A, refinancing and exit)</li></ul><p><strong>Team Leadership</strong></p><ul><li>Lead, mentor, and develop the FP&A team, fostering a high-performance collaborative culture </li><li>Set clear objectives, monitor performance, and support the career development of team members</li></ul><p><strong>Experience and qualifications: </strong></p><ul><li>Qualified accountant (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA) with at least 5-7 years of progressive experience in FP&A roles</li><li>Experience in a people based business where most of the revenue was derived by fixed project fee billing.</li><li>Strong track record of delivering high-quality financial planning, analysis, and reporting in a dynamic environment</li><li>Proven leadership of a finance team and senior stakeholder engagement</li></ul><p><strong>Technical Skills:</strong></p><ul><li>Advanced user of Power BI with a demonstrable track record of building insightful, self-serve dashboards</li><li>Strong financial modelling and Excel capabilities</li></ul><p><strong>Personal attributes:</strong></p><ul><li>Commercial mindset with strong analytical and strategic thinking</li><li>Hands-on, detail-oriented, and willing to roll up their sleeves and drive a strong financial grip on the business with an interest in the day-to-day minutiae of the business.</li><li>Excellent communication and storytelling skills, able to translate complex financial data into actionable insights</li><li>Confident, proactive, and collaborative leader who thrives in a fast-paced, client-centric environment</li><li>A strong collaborator and team player able to operate at pace across the business, whilst instilling financial rigour and discipline</li><li>Ambitious, forward-looking and drives action with a solutions-oriented and improvement-focused mindset</li><li>Excellent attention to detail</li></ul><p><strong>To be considered for this role you must meet this key criteria: </strong></p><ul><li>Experienced working within a private equity backed business</li><li>Experience working within an SME- turnover of £50m-£100m</li><li>Experience working within a people business selling time for a fixed fee</li><li>Northwest based </li></ul><p>This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a forward-thinking investor backed business where you will see progression. This is a highly visible role, where you be able to add real value. Experience working in a fixed project fee billing environment is essential. </p><p>In return you will be rewarded with a market-leading salary and benefits package. Hybrid working with the requirement to be in the office 2 days per week. </p><p> </p><p>Only candidates who meet the key criteria as listed will be considered. </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. 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<p><strong>Contract Role: Infrastructure Specialist </strong></p><p>📍 North West (Travel Required) | 💼 350 Outside IR35 (Pending SDS)| 📅 6 Month Contract</p><p>Our client is seeking a data-driven IT professional with strong compliance, reporting, and infrastructure experience to support a fast-paced technical environment. This role will suit someone with hands-on expertise across Microsoft 365, firewalls, VoIP platforms, and ISO-aligned service delivery.</p><p><strong>🔧</strong><strong> Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Administer, configure, and secure Microsoft 365 services</li><li>Lead PCI DSS SAQ-D v4 submissions and maintain compliance documentation</li><li>Manage VoIP platforms (8x8, Avaya, Connex) and support campaign operations</li><li>Administer firewalls, VPNs, switches, and routers</li><li>Oversee Windows 11 upgrades and hardware lifecycle management</li><li>Manage organisational data and deliver compliance and client-facing reports</li></ul><p><strong>✅</strong><strong> What We're Looking For</strong></p><ul><li>Proven Microsoft 365 administration experience</li><li>Knowledge of PCI DSS SAQ-D v4 compliance requirements</li><li>Hands-on VoIP platform support</li><li>Network/firewall and OS upgrade expertise</li><li>Advanced Excel and database management skills</li><li>ISO experience and familiarity with audit frameworks</li><li>Strong data analysis and reporting capabilities</li><li>Willingness to travel between Harrogate and Leeds sites</li><li>Excellent client-facing and problem-solving skills</li></ul><p>If you are interested in this position please apply or send over your CV to Sam.Bos-</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/c2FtLmJvc2NvbGV5LjU4OTM2LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>Robert Half are delighted to be supporting an international business for their recruitment needs of a Senior Credit Control Leader</p><p>This role will cover UK & Ireland (with European Travel)<br />Location: Preferably based in the UK or Ireland<br />Travel: Required across the UK, Ireland, and selected European locations</p><p><br />🧭 Purpose of the Role<br />This senior leadership position oversees the credit control function across the UK and Ireland, while coordinating credit policy and performance across wider international operations (Europe, Africa, and APAC). The role is critical in safeguarding financial interests through robust credit risk assessment, credit insurance management, and fostering a commercially supportive, customer-centric credit environment that enables sustainable growth and long-term client relationships.</p><p>🔑 Key Responsibilities<br />1. Leadership & People Management<br />* Lead and inspire credit control teams across the UK and Ireland<br />* Set clear objectives, expectations, and development plans<br />* Promote a high-performance culture and cross-functional collaboration<br />2. Credit Risk Assessment & Financial Control<br />* Conduct detailed financial analysis of customers, including large contractors and key accounts<br />* Approve and monitor credit limits in line with risk appetite<br />* Oversee overdue debt, high-risk accounts, and escalations<br />3. Commercial Partnership & Customer Engagement<br />* Collaborate with sales and business development teams to support growth while protecting receivables<br />* Engage directly with major buyers to review terms, resolve disputes, and negotiate recovery strategies<br />* Champion service excellence and customer retention<br />4. Credit Insurance Management<br />* Manage the regional credit insurance programme<br />* Liaise with insurers on limit applications, exposure updates, and claims processes<br />5. Divisional Coordination & Policy Alignment<br />* Drive standardisation and best practices across international credit teams<br />* Lead divisional credit forums and continuous improvement initiatives<br />* Coordinate with other business units on shared buyer exposure and risk<br />6. Reporting & Governance<br />* Deliver timely, insightful reports to senior finance stakeholders<br />* Ensure compliance with internal controls, audit standards, and governance frameworks</p><p>👤 Candidate Profile<br />Experience & Qualifications<br />* 10+ years in credit control, with 5+ years in a senior leadership role within a multinational B2B environment<br />* Experience in construction, manufacturing, or building materials sectors preferred<br />* Proven ability to manage complex credit operations across multiple geographies<br />* Credit insurance portfolio management experience is essential<br />* Relevant financial or business qualification (e.g. ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CICM) is advantageous<br />Skills & Attributes<br />* Financial Acumen: Strong in credit risk assessment and financial analysis<br />* Leadership Excellence: Skilled in team development and change management<br />* Commercial Insight: Balances growth with risk management<br />* Customer Focus: Builds long-term, trust-based relationships<br />* Organisational Agility: Manages multiple priorities in a dynamic environment<br />* Tech Proficiency: Comfortable with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle Netsuite), BI tools, and Excel</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/R2F2aW4uV2lsbGlhbXMuNzQyMzcuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
