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IT Operations Manager

Corsham, Wiltshire
remote
Permanent
75000 - 90000 GBP / Yearly
Icon Cancer Centre and Pharmaxo Group are leading healthcare providers delivering specialist services across the United Kingdom. Together, they bring a highly experienced team providing comprehensive cancer care, including medical oncology, radiation oncology, haematology, chemotherapy, research, pharmacy, theranostics and PET-CT through Icon Cancer Centre UK, alongside sterile compounding, and nursing home healthcare services through Pharmaxo. Together, Icon Cancer Centre and Pharmaxo deliver an end-to-end healthcare service for patients and partners across the UK.We're looking for an experienced IT Operations Manager to lead IT operations across our UK business, supporting cancer centres, compounding facilities and home healthcare services. This is a key leadership role responsible for delivering reliable, secure and high-performing IT services across a complex multi-site healthcare environment.The roleYou'll lead IT operations across the UK, overseeing infrastructure, networks, service delivery, cloud and data centre operations, service desk, platform support, and supplier performance.This role suits a strong operational leader with technical expertise, commercial awareness and a passion for service excellence.Key responsibilities<ul><li>Lead, develop and mentor the IT Operations team across infrastructure, networks, service desk and support</li><li>Oversee day-to-day IT operations, ensuring reliable, secure and resilient services</li><li>Manage incident, problem and change processes in line with ITIL principles</li><li>Monitor and improve service performance, including SLAs, KPIs and customer satisfaction</li><li>Support business-critical platforms, including D365 and other core systems</li><li>Manage third-party vendors and service providers to meet delivery expectations</li><li>Work closely with business and technical stakeholders to align IT services with operational needs</li><li>Contribute to IT strategy, delivery planning, governance and continuous improvement</li></ul>About youYou're a confident, collaborative IT leader with strong experience in complex operational environments.Essential<ul><li>Proven experience leading IT operations, infrastructure and service delivery teams</li><li>Strong knowledge of enterprise infrastructure, networks, servers, storage, virtualisation, backups, cloud services and systems administration</li><li>Experience with ITIL-aligned incident, problem and change management</li><li>Strong supplier, risk and budget management experience</li><li>Excellent communication, analytical and problem-solving skills</li><li>Ability to translate technical issues into practical business outcomes</li></ul>Desirable<ul><li>Experience in healthcare, life sciences or another regulated environment</li><li>Knowledge of UK healthcare and compliance frameworks, including NHS, DSPT, GDPR, DPIA and Cyber Essentials Plus</li><li>Experience in multi-site environments</li><li>Exposure to Microsoft D365 support</li><li>Degree in Computer Science or related field</li><li>Project management and/or leadership qualification</li></ul>On offer <ul><li>Salary up to £90,000</li><li>Hybrid working - office based in Corsham</li><li>Enhanced annual leave package increasing with Length of Service (25 days + bank holidays, increasing to 27 days + bank holidays after 3 years' service)</li><li>Enhanced pension contribution rates - Auto-enrolment from day 1 at basic contributions (5% employee, 4% employer) or the individual can elect to increase their contribution to 6% to which the employer will double their contribution to 8%</li><li>Access to Engage;Engage is an external platform providing employee discounts, recognition, and wellbeing support</li><li>Access to the Wellbeing Centre (Employee Assistant Programme and Occupational Health Support)</li><li>Private Medical Insurance (funded by the Company) - eligible following successful completion of a 6-month probation period; can elect to add family members to your policy at a cost (deducted via payroll)</li><li>Life Assurance - 10 x your annual salary (max of £300,000)</li></ul>Please note any direct and third-party applications you receive shall be sent through to Roxy Law. Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Um94eS5MYXcuNzY3NjIuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-08-04T10:38:25Z

Finance Director

Swindon, Wiltshire
remote
Permanent
120000 - 150000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half are working in exclusive partnership with Happy Days, a Private Equity backed multi-site single operations group operating within the Nurseries and Pre-Schools sector in their search for a Finance Director. This is a newly created role following the recent decision to create a new hub in Wiltshire to support ongoing growth across the business.Reporting to the CFO and as a key member of the Senior Leadership Team this role will be critical to shaping the long-term direction of the business alongside driving efficiencies through the finance function to provide tangible insight and value to stakeholders. You will lead the creation of a new Hub in Wiltshire, helping to underpin the Group's expanding footprint. You will lead continuous improvement and transformation initiatives across the breadth of finance whilst delivering strong financial management, effective business partnering and aiding decision making. About Happy Days…Happy Days opened their first nursery in 1991, fast forward 35 years and they now operate 44 nurseries and pre-schools across the South UK and Wales, delivering exceptional childcare and education every day! A growth journey that continues every day with an underlying ethos to support children to become strong and motivated learners for life. Taking care of 2000+ children and currently employing around 1500 team members, their passion for inspiring the next generation is at the heart of their mission The Finance Director Role…You will be at the forefront of crafting the finance function within Swindon following the decision to create a second Hub, this will be balanced with ongoing M&A activity with further acquisitions and expansions on the horizon. The Finance Director will be tasked with providing efficiencies through business-as-usual areas such as month end, year end and reporting to shorten close cycles and deliver strong insight to the senior leadership team and investors.The Finance Director will oversee a team of circa 16 inclusive of 3 direct reports, acting as a true strategic leader through the group whilst developing and mentoring a high performing team. Alongside this, key responsibilities will include:<ul style="text-align: justify;"><li>Accountable for accuracy and integrity of core finance deliverables such as month end, year end, consolidations, statutory requirements and compliance</li><li>Develop and monitor key performance indicators across the group ensuring accountability across all levels and providing valuable insight and analysis relevant to finance and non-finance stakeholders</li><li>Provide insight and due diligence for M&A activity, owning and improving the integration strategy to allow for planned buy and build activities</li><li>Own the optimisation of finance related systems inclusive of the main ERP, reporting/consolidation tools and provide suggestions across automation and AI opportunities</li><li>Lead and develop FP&A/Commercial activities turning raw data into effective reporting and visualisation that is digestible and actionable for all levels</li><li>Manage external relationships such as investors, auditors, banks, tax authorities and legal advisors</li><li>Work closely with the CFO and Investors on additional reporting requirements and ad-hoc information requests</li></ul> About you…<ul style="text-align: justify;"><li>Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)</li><li>A self-motivated, high-energy leader with evidence of developing high performing teams</li><li>Significant change and transformation experience, ability to evaluate gaps in process and systems before delivering solutions in a cost-efficient manner</li><li>Prior multi-site single operations or multi-revenue streams experience</li><li>Previous experience within a PE backed environment ideally within a buy and build strategy</li></ul>The successful candidate will need to be 5 days on site in first 6 months as the new Hub is established, 3 days on site thereafter What's on offer…£120k to £150k basic salary, 30% bonus, 10% non-contributory pension and a range of attractive benefits including car allowance, enhanced leave, performance related rewards, Life Assurance and an exhaustive Employee Assistance & Wellbeing package Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Y3JhaWcua2lsbWluc3Rlci4yNTc1MC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-07-23T13:45:43Z

Group Finance Manager

Swindon, Wiltshire
remote
Permanent
65000 - 75000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half are working in exclusive partnership with Happy Days, a Private Equity backed Nurseries and Pre-Schools group to recruit a Group Finance Manager on a permanent basis. Based in Swindon, this newly created position will lead the day-to-day finance operations ensuring financial integrity and control across the organisation. Reporting to the Finance Director, this role will operate in a commercially focused, high-growth environment. Joining at an exciting stage in Happy Days' journey, you will support the creation of a new Hub in Wiltshire, helping to underpin the Group's expanding footprint. You will lead continuous improvement initiatives across finance operations and management accounting, driving efficiencies, enhancing processes, and contributing to the development of a best-in-class finance function. About Happy Days… Happy Days opened their first nursery in 1991, fast forward 35 years and they now operate 44 nurseries and pre-schools across the South UK and Wales, delivering exceptional childcare and education every day! A growth journey that continues every day with an underlying ethos to support children to become strong and motivated learners for life. Taking care of 2000+ children and employing around 1500 team members, their passion for inspiring the next generation is at the heart of their mission The Group Finance Manager Role… You will be at the forefront of building a team within Swindon following the decision to create a second Hub. This is a great opportunity to be hands on in the development of people, processes and control measures whilst maintaining the business as usual requirements. Working closely with the Finance Director to drive continuous improvement areas and opportunity for efficiencies within routine tasks, automation of manual processes and shortened reporting cycles. The Group Finance Manager will oversee areas of transactional finance, reporting and record-to-report functions to bring together and drive the contributions and outputs of the month end close process across the group. Alongside this, key responsibilities will include:<ul><li>Maintain internal control framework across portfolio of sites and group.</li><li>Lead month end close processes including consolidation of management accounts.</li><li>Production of monthly reporting pack inclusive of balance sheet reconciliations, variance analysis and relevant commentary for review.</li><li>Maintenance of R2R cycle including maintenance of general ledger, accounts payable and receivable functions - Oversee and control of cash flow management across the group.</li><li>Act as a finance project lead on integration's to bring together work-streams across finance operations.</li><li>Provide actionable insight to operational leaders to ensure understanding of financial metrics to non-finance, key stakeholders.</li><li>Lead, coach and develop a team of 10+ across Management Accounts, Revenue, AP/AR.</li></ul> About you… <ul><li>Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).</li><li>Proven experience within a finance leadership position.</li><li>Strength within people management, building and leading a high-performance team.</li><li>Evidence of contribution to process improvement within core finance processes.</li><li>Strength with ERP optimisation and utilising technology to drive efficiency.</li><li>Prior multi-site or multi-revenue streams experience.</li><li>Previous experience within a PE backed environment advantageous.</li></ul>The successful candidate will need to be 5 days on site in first 6 months as the new Hub is established, 3 days on site thereafter. What's on offer… c£70k basic salary and a range of attractive benefits including car allowance, enhanced leave, performance related rewards, Life Assurance and an exhaustive Employee Assistance & Well-being package.Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Y2hhcmxvdHRlLmNsZW1lbnRzLjgzNzQ0LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
2026-07-21T10:19:30Z

Billing Manager

Beaconsfield, Buckinghamshire
remote
Permanent
40000 - 41000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half Accountancy & Finance are partnering exclusively with an established and growing healthcare services organisation in seeking an experienced Billing Manager to lead its billing function (of 4 staff) and drive operational excellence across invoicing and revenue processes in a large, wider UK Finance team. This is an exciting opportunity for a hands-on Supervisor or Manager with strong billing, process, data and stakeholder management experience to join a collaborative finance environment supporting essential healthcare operations across the UK. The RoleReporting to the Revenue & Payables Manager, you will lead and develop the Billing Team, ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant billing across multiple operational service lines. You will play a key role in improving billing accuracy, streamlining processes, enhancing data quality, and reducing the time from service delivery through to invoicing. This role offers hybrid working, with occasional travel to operational sites for key meetings and projects. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Lead and manage the Billing Team to deliver accurate and timely invoicing</li><li>Oversee end-to-end billing processes across NHS and private service pathways</li><li>Ensure billing activities align with contractual and month-end reporting deadlines</li><li>Drive continuous improvement in billing controls, systems, and data quality</li><li>Support automation initiatives and standardisation of processes</li><li>Maintain robust pricing controls, including inflationary uplifts</li><li>Work closely with Finance, Operations, Commercial, and Data teams to resolve billing issues and improve upstream processes</li><li>Support implementation of billing processes for new contracts and service lines</li><li>Deliver month-end KPIs, reporting, and performance metrics</li><li>Develop team capability through coaching, performance management, and cross-training</li></ul> About YouThe successful candidate will be an experienced billing or revenue professional with proven leadership capability and a strong understanding of end-to-end billing operations, work-flow complexities and data management. You will also have:<ul><li>Previous experience managing and developing teams</li><li>Strong organisational and stakeholder management skills</li><li>Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality</li><li>Experience driving process improvement and operational efficiency</li><li>Confidence working with billing systems, data processes, and reporting tools</li><li>The ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment</li><li>Strong communication skills with the ability to influence at all levels</li></ul> What's on Offer<ul><li>Hybrid working model</li><li>Opportunity to join a growing and purpose-driven organisation</li><li>Collaborative and supportive working culture</li><li>Career development and progression opportunities</li></ul> If you are an experienced Billing professional looking for your next Team-management opportunity, we'd love to hear from you.Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/SmFtZXMuQWRleS4wODk4MS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-06-09T10:45:32Z

Group Financial Reporting Manager

Cheltenham, Gloucestershire
remote
Permanent
70000 - 84000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half are recruiting a Group Financial Reporting Manager on a permanent basis with a business based in Cheltenham. This role would suit an ACA/ACCA qualified accountant with 3+ years PQE seeking their 1st or 2nd move from practice. The roleThe Group Financial Reporting Manager will be pivotal in managing the audit, group reporting and year end activity. Working closely with the Head of Finance you will be responsible for the following:<ul><li>Group reporting and group consolidations.</li><li>Liaising with auditors.</li><li>Supporting the Group Accountant.</li><li>Developing processes, driving automation and maintaining financial controls.</li><li>Produce commentary and analysis on group P&L, Balance Sheet and Cashflow results.</li><li>Working closely with the group finance team to ensure accurate submissions.</li><li>Automate and improve validation of financial data across reporting cycles (e.g. statutory and management reporting).</li></ul> ProfileThis role would suit someone with the following skills/attributes:<ul><li>ACA/ACCA qualified with 3+ years post qualified experience.</li><li>Practice background preferred but not essential.</li><li>Experience of auditing or working in a large group business.</li><li>Strong interpersonal skills.</li></ul> Package: <ul><li>£70,000 - £84,000 package (inclusive of car allowance).</li><li>Enhanced annual leave.</li><li>Hybrid working (2 days onsite).</li><li>Flexible working.</li><li>Private healthcare.</li><li>Bonus scheme.</li></ul>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Y2hhcmxvdHRlLmNsZW1lbnRzLjIwMjkzLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
2026-08-03T15:42:04Z

Head of Collections

Basingstoke, Hampshire
remote
Permanent
55000 - 75000 GBP / Yearly
<h1 class="PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer" data-section-id="1pyv5mj" data-end="272" data-start="225">Head of Collections/Collections Manager</h1>Location: Hampshire/South East Salary: £55,000 - £75,000 + Benefits<h2 data-start="362" data-end="421" data-section-id="ixgck6">Ready to shape the future of a collections function?</h2>Robert Half is partnering with an ambitious, growing financial services organisation to recruit a hands-on Head of Collections/Collections Manager.Whether you're already leading a collections function or you're an experienced Collections Manager looking to step into your first Head of role, this is an opportunity to make a genuine impact.You'll inherit a function with strong foundations and the backing to modernise it - implementing new technology, enhancing governance, improving customer outcomes and creating a best-in-class collections operation fit for the future. This is a business investing heavily in transformation, making it an exciting time to join.<h2 data-start="1090" data-end="1101" data-section-id="1froeg">The Role</h2>You'll take ownership of the collections strategy, driving operational performance while leading a significant programme of change.Working closely with senior leadership, Risk, Credit and Compliance teams, you'll play a key role in shaping how the business manages arrears, recoveries and customer engagement.Key responsibilities include:<ul data-start="1447" data-end="2065"><li data-start="1447" data-end="1546" data-section-id="1vktn2d">Leading and developing the collections function across arrears, recoveries and quality assurance.</li><li data-start="1547" data-end="1664" data-section-id="q8rwx2">Driving digital transformation through the implementation of modern collections technology and workflow automation.</li><li data-end="1759" data-start="1665" data-section-id="1ts947h">Developing MI, reporting and portfolio insight to support senior leadership decision-making.</li><li data-end="1859" data-start="1760" data-section-id="10alm7v">Strengthening governance, controls and regulatory compliance within an FCA-regulated environment.</li><li data-end="1973" data-start="1860" data-section-id="1slr35r">Building strong relationships across Credit, Risk and Operations to continuously improve portfolio performance.</li><li data-section-id="en40ce" data-start="1974" data-end="2065">Leading operational change initiatives and embedding a culture of continuous improvement.</li></ul><h2 data-end="2079" data-start="2067" data-section-id="1jjwfl7">About You</h2>We're open to candidates from a range of backgrounds.You could be:<ul data-start="2150" data-end="2390"><li data-section-id="erf5u" data-start="2150" data-end="2244">An established Head of Collections looking for a fresh challenge with greater influence.</li><li data-end="2390" data-start="2245" data-section-id="151xaey">A Collections Manager who has led teams, delivered change and is ready to take the next step into a strategic leadership position.</li></ul>You'll ideally bring:<ul data-start="2415" data-end="2831"><li data-section-id="qpt3ck" data-end="2483" data-start="2415">Experience within an FCA-regulated financial services environment.</li><li data-end="2542" data-start="2484" data-section-id="1oh924t">Strong knowledge of collections, arrears and recoveries.</li><li data-section-id="14uea61" data-start="2543" data-end="2632">Experience improving processes, implementing change or leading transformation projects.</li><li data-start="2633" data-end="2703" data-section-id="1bpppij">A data-led approach with strong MI and performance reporting skills.</li><li data-start="2704" data-end="2765" data-section-id="pkvcxv">Excellent stakeholder management and leadership capability.</li><li data-section-id="1pgzj7" data-start="2766" data-end="2831">A passion for developing teams and improving customer outcomes.</li></ul><h2 data-start="2833" data-end="2845" data-section-id="1b5favy">Why Join?</h2>This is a genuine opportunity to build your own legacy.You'll have the autonomy to shape strategy, influence senior stakeholders and modernise an important function, while joining a business that is investing in technology, people and long-term growth.If you're looking for a role where you can combine operational leadership with strategic transformation and accelerate your career in the process, we'd love to hear from you!Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/cnlhbi50dWNrZXIuNTU0NTcuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-06-30T08:35:05Z

Financial Controller

Bristol, Bristol
remote
Permanent
75000 - 85000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half Finance and Accounting are currently looking to recruit a Financial Controller to join an exciting Engineering company experiencing huge growth based in Avonmouth. For the right person the client is offering a very competitive:£75,000 - £85,000 plus 15% bonus, hybrid working and wider benefits package Role responsibilities will include but not limited to: <ul><li>Prepare and publish timely monthly financial statements including a robust forecast, reporting all variances against budget</li><li>Ensure a full and complete balance sheet review is carried out monthly</li><li>Monitor and report finance departmental KPIs, ensuring corrective actions are implemented where performance falls below target</li><li>Manage and develop the finance team</li><li>Promote a high-performance, accountable, and collaborative finance culture</li><li>Manage all accounting operations including AR, AP and GL whilst maintaining ownership of ERP and associated finance systems</li><li>Drive process standardisation, automation and continuous improvement initiatives that enhance scalability, reporting capability and financial controls</li><li>Preparation of monthly management and annual accounts, ensuring any bank reporting and HMRC submission requirements are adhered to</li><li>Lead the annual budgeting process and periodic reforecasting</li><li>Ensure forecasts are robust, data-driven, and aligned to operational activity</li><li>Coordinate and direct the annual audit process within the business</li><li>Provide financial insight, challenge and support to business unit leaders and project teams</li><li>Translate financial information into clear commercial recommendations, supporting decision-making, margin improvement, cost control and strategic growth initiatives</li><li>Ensure robust project accounting, forecasting, revenue recognition and margin reporting across all projects</li></ul> Person specification:<ul><li>Qualified (ACA/ACCA/CIMA)</li><li>Strong technical accounting experience with familiarity around IFRS</li><li>Currently operating at a Financial Controller or Senior Finance Manager level with line management responsibility</li><li>Demonstrable experience with process and systems improvements</li><li>Excellent communicator across all levels of a business</li></ul> £75,000 - £85,000 plus 15% bonus, hybrid working and wider benefits packageRobert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/VG9tLk1vcmdhbi42MzU1My4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-07-09T20:35:05Z

Payroll Analyst

Didcot, Oxfordshire
remote
Permanent
45000 - 60000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half are pleased to be partnering with a rapidly growing organisation based in Harwell to recruit a Payroll Analyst. The Payroll Analyst will receive a salary between £45,000-£60,000 (potentially negotiable) along with other attractive benefits including hybrid remote working, a bonus and equity! Primary responsibilities; <ul><li>Manage the administration and processing of the company's monthly UK payroll and designated international payrolls, ensuring accuracy, compliance and timely delivery.</li><li>Administer day-to-day employee benefits programmes and provide support for ongoing benefit plan operations.</li><li>Maintain a strong understanding of UK payroll legislation, taxation, employment law and relevant HR regulations, ensuring continued compliance.</li><li>Prepare year-end payroll reporting and statutory submissions.</li><li>Support SOX compliance, internal controls and audit requirements.</li><li>Participate in payroll system implementations, enhancements and reporting optimisation initiatives.</li><li>Coordinate annual payroll changes including bonuses, salary reviews, promotions and market adjustments.</li><li>Partner with Finance on budgeting, invoicing, accounting activities and other cross-functional initiatives.</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve payroll processes, including the use of automation and artificial intelligence to drive efficiency and improve the employee experience.</li><li>Manage relationships with external payroll and benefits providers to ensure high-quality service delivery.</li><li>Process tax withholdings relating to employee equity plans in partnership with the equity administration team.</li><li>Provide payroll support and act as back-up for US and other international payrolls when required.</li><li>Contribute to wider Global Rewards initiatives, supporting organisational growth and continuous improvement across payroll and benefits.</li></ul> Key experience and attributes; <ul><li>A minimum of five years' payroll experience,</li><li>Proven UK payroll experience (essential), with exposure to global payrolls</li><li>Advanced Microsoft Excel skills</li><li>Strong knowledge of UK payroll legislation, taxation and employment regulations.</li><li>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships across all levels of the organisation.</li><li>Strong analytical, organisational and problem-solving abilities.</li><li>The resilience and flexibility to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.</li><li>Excellent time management skills with the ability to prioritise multiple competing deadlines.</li></ul>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Sm9yZGFuLldlc3QuODc4NTkuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-07-23T19:46:48Z

Head of Data and AI

Abingdon, Oxfordshire
remote
Permanent
95000 - 120000 GBP / Yearly
Robert Half is working exclusively with a global manufacturing business near Abingdon to recruit for a Head of Data and AI.This is a permanent role, paying up to £120,000 plus benefits, with hybrid working (on average 2-3 days a week in office). This role comes with full autonomy to lead and shape how data, analytics and AI create value across the organisation. The RoleReporting to the senior technology leadership team, this role will shape how data, analytics and AI drive value across an international operation. This is a high-impact leadership opportunity with responsibility for data strategy, analytics, AI products, and the cloud infrastructure that enables them. Key responsibilities include: Define and lead the end-to-end data and AI strategy<ul><li>Define and lead the end-to-end data and AI strategy</li><li>Oversee the orgaisation's data platform, analytics products, and AI solutions</li><li>Lead, develop, and set direction for a specialist team across data engineering, analytics and AI </li><li>Ensure resilient, secure, and cost-effective cloud infrastructure to support data and AI workloads</li><li>Build trusted, governed, and scalable data foundations for reporting, analytics, and operational decision-making </li><li>Drive the adoption on AI solutions from concept through to practical business use </li></ul>About You<ul><li>Strong experience leading enterprise data and AI strategy</li><li>Expertise in data governance, standards, and responsible data practices </li><li>Solid understanding of data engineering, pipelines, APIs, and scalable data platforms </li><li>Experience in managing cloud-based infrastructure, ideally including Azure and Databricks</li><li>Practical knowledge of machine learning and applied AI in business settings </li></ul>On Offer <ul><li>Up to £120,000 plus annual discretionary bonus </li><li>Pension matched up to 7.5% </li><li>Private medical insurance </li><li>25 days annual leave + bank holidays </li><li>Sharesave scheme </li></ul>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Um94eS5MYXcuODEzNzcuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-08-03T16:26:38Z