<p>Robert Half is exclusively partnering with KML to recruit for the Payroll Clerk position.</p><p><strong>KML Job Description</strong></p><p>KML is a UK based integrated marine contractor with our own fleet, assets and labour force. With a heritage and portfolio in specialist and general merchant vessel operations, marine civil contracting and Tidal / Wave Energy Converter installations, operations and maintenance, the company has ambitious plans for growth in all three of these subsectors.</p><p>KML specialises in shoreline, coastal and offshore marine services with a wealth of amphibious and heavy lifting experience ranging from marine renewable energy construction projects to project cargo, marine civil engineering, subsea and salvage operations and many more offshore and specialist marine services.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Position: Payroll & Timesheet Controller</strong></p><p>This is a brand new, dynamic role for a highly motivated, adaptable, and resourceful individual with strong payroll & administration experience. As a key part of the Finance Team, the primary function of this role is to provide payroll administration support to the Finance Manager and the Company in a wide range of aspects. You will need to be pro-active in your approach, good at working under pressure, and capable of working to tight deadlines. You will be practically minded with strong organisational skill set. Must be diligent and accurate. Manage own time and prioritise workload.</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Relationships:</strong></p><p>You will report directly to the Finance Manager, and liaise with other managers/colleagues where necessary to complete projects and tasks to challenging timescales.</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Typical Duties and Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>General Support to Finance Manager & Team, including:</p><ul><li>Perform efficient, accurate Payroll Processing, both Weekly & Monthly,</li><li>Take ownership of the Timesheet database across the whole company, including sub-contractors,</li><li>Checking of Timesheets, ensuring all information is provided and correctly filled out,</li><li>Chasing outstanding or late submissions of timesheets,</li><li>Processing of weekly & monthly Pension submissions and reconciling back to the accounts.</li><li>Liaison with the Projects Team to ensure all time is captured, processed, and reported as required, and in timely fashion,</li><li>Liaising with the heads of departments regarding payroll related items, such as, Salary increases, new starters, payment of Banked/TOIL days,</li><li>Working with the team to continuously develop new and evolving processes & procedures, assist with any in-house training of staff to support this,</li><li>Reviewing staff benefits which includes but are not limited to BiK calculations, Holiday Entitlements, TOIL/Banked Shifts & Hours,</li><li>Support HR & Finance with Administrative duties, including preparation for Yearly Audits.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Personal Qualities:</strong></p><p>A high degree of confidence, common sense and initiative are required for this role along with exceptional numeracy. Diligent and accurate, you will be comfortable managing your own time and prioritising your workload. The ability to learn, to communicate effectively with team members and to be flexible in all areas of the business is essential; you must thrive in an entrepreneurial and fast-moving marine organisation.</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Desirable attributes:</strong></p><ul><li>Computer literate</li><li>Strong IT skills - ability to use Word, Excel, Outlook and SAGE Payroll to a high level,</li><li>Experience with Timesheet Management</li><li>Experience surrounding Pensions,</li><li>Experience surrounding BIK & other HMRC payroll related elements,</li><li>Attention to detail and strong organisation, communication and analytical skills,</li><li>Ability to work under pressure and tight deadlines</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p><strong>The position will include: </strong></p><ul><li>Full time hours nominal 5 days in 7, nominally 9.00am - 5.00pm - at times flexible to suit your workload. No overtime or hourly rates are payable other than in exceptional circumstances at company discretion</li><li>Salary: £28,000 - £32,000 pa</li><li>Annual holiday entitlement of 28 days including bank holidays</li><li>Development and training plan: KML is committed to continuing personal and professional development. We will look to your continuation of this and will agree a training plan with you</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p>Please note that any external CVs sent directly to the client will be forwarded to Robert Half for review.</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 is delighted to be partnering with ITW Construction - Offsite Europe on a retained basis to recruit a Financial Controller for its UK & Ireland business.</p><p>Part of Illinois Tool Works (ITW), a Fortune 300 global industrial company with operations in over 50 countries, ITW is recognised worldwide for its customer-focused innovation and entrepreneurial culture. Within ITW's Construction Products segment, Offsite Europe supplies industry-leading engineered connectors and design software solutions that help customers improve productivity, efficiency, and performance across construction and manufacturing environments.</p><p class="___1ehrlty f1s184ao fpgzoln">The Offsite Europe business has approximately 80 employees across the UK and Ireland and ambitious growth plans, this is an exciting opportunity to join a business where commercial thinking, innovation, and continuous improvement are genuinely encouraged.</p><p class="___1ehrlty f1s184ao fpgzoln"><strong>The Opportunity</strong></p><p>Reporting directly to the Business Unit Manager and forming part of the local leadership team, the Financial Controller will provide financial leadership across the UK & Ireland operation.</p><p>This is a highly visible role that combines strong financial control with commercial business partnering. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the integrity of financial reporting, supporting strategic decision-making, driving operational improvements, and leading the finance team to deliver best-in-class financial support to the business.</p><p>Working closely with operations, sales, supply chain and senior leadership, you will play a key role in helping the business achieve its growth ambitions across the region. Based at the company's Glenrothes headquarters, the role offers a flexible hybrid working model whilst maintaining close collaboration with the UK & Ireland leadership team and wider operations function.</p><h2>Key Responsibilities</h2><ul><li>Lead all financial reporting activities, ensuring accurate and timely month-end and year-end reporting.</li><li>Manage forecasting, budgeting and long-range planning processes.</li><li>Maintain a strong financial control environment across the business.</li><li>Lead internal and external audit processes and ensure compliance with statutory and corporate requirements.</li><li>Partner closely with operational leaders to provide financial insight and support decision-making.</li><li>Analyse business performance, profitability and operational efficiency, identifying opportunities for improvement.</li><li>Support inventory management, capital expenditure planning and working capital initiatives.</li><li>Drive cost saving and margin enhancement projects across the business.</li><li>Provide leadership, coaching and support to the finance team.</li><li>Champion continuous improvement initiatives across finance processes, systems and reporting.</li><li>Act as a trusted adviser to the Business Unit Leadership Team.</li></ul><h2>About You</h2><p>We're keen to speak with qualified finance professionals who can demonstrate:</p><ul><li>ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualification (or international equivalent).</li><li>Previous experience within a Financial Controller, Senior Finance Manager or similar leadership role.</li><li>Strong technical accounting, reporting and financial control expertise.</li><li>Experience managing budgeting, forecasting and planning processes.</li><li>Excellent stakeholder management and business partnering skills.</li><li>The ability to translate complex financial information into meaningful commercial insights.</li><li>A proactive and solutions-focused approach.</li><li>Strong Excel and ERP systems experience.</li><li>Experience supporting operational, manufacturing, engineering or supply chain environments would be advantageous.</li></ul><h2>Why Join ITW?</h2><ul><li>A highly competitive salary and benefits package</li><li>Join a world-class industrial organisation with a strong reputation for innovation.</li><li>Highly visible leadership role with significant exposure to senior decision makers.</li><li>Broad remit spanning financial control, operations support and commercial partnering.</li><li>Opportunity to influence business performance and future growth.</li><li>Entrepreneurial culture that encourages ownership, innovation and continuous improvement.</li><li>Hybrid working model and competitive reward package.</li></ul><h3>Application Process</h3><p>Robert Half has been exclusively retained by ITW Construction - Offsite Europe to manage this appointment.</p><p><strong>All applications, whether submitted directly to ITW, via job boards, or through third-party recruiters, will be redirected to Robert Half for review and management as part of the retained recruitment process.</strong></p><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/cmVnZ2llLm1jbWFob24uNjI4NDEuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p><strong>𝗛𝗘𝗔𝗗 𝗢𝗙 𝗘𝗡𝗚𝗜𝗡𝗘𝗘𝗥𝗜𝗡𝗚 (𝗣𝘆𝘁𝗵𝗼𝗻) -Top Trading Company!</strong></p><p> </p><p><strong>𝗖𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝗟𝗼𝗻𝗱𝗼𝗻 | 𝗛𝘆𝗯𝗿𝗶𝗱 | 𝟯 𝗱𝗮𝘆𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗼𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗲 / 𝟮 𝗱𝗮𝘆𝘀 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗵𝗼𝗺𝗲</strong></p><p><strong>𝗣𝗲𝗿𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗿𝗼𝗹𝗲 𝗢𝗡𝗟𝗬</strong></p><p> </p><p><strong>𝗜𝗻 𝗽𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗻𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗧𝗼𝗻𝘆 𝗞𝗼𝘆𝗿𝗮𝘁𝘁𝘆 𝘃𝗶𝗮 𝗥𝗼𝗯𝗲𝗿𝘁 𝗛𝗮𝗹𝗳 𝗧𝗲𝗰𝗵𝗻𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗴𝘆</strong></p><p> </p><p><strong>𝗟𝗢𝗢𝗞𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗙𝗢𝗥 𝗔 𝗡𝗘𝗪 𝗖𝗛𝗔𝗟𝗟𝗘𝗡𝗚𝗘?</strong></p><p><strong>FUTURE CTO Sucession on offer! </strong></p><p>Want to take <strong>𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗹 𝗼𝘄𝗻𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽</strong> of technology rather than simply manage someone else's roadmap?</p><p>This could be the role for you.</p><p>I'm working on a <strong>𝗵𝗶𝗴𝗵-𝗶𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗰𝘁 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗼𝗳 𝗘𝗻𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗲𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴</strong> opportunity with an established financial services business that is investing heavily in its technology capability.</p><p>This is a chance to <strong>𝗯𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱, 𝘀𝗵𝗮𝗽𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗼𝘄𝗻</strong> the engineering function.</p><p>You'll have <strong>𝗴𝗲𝗻𝘂𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗮𝘂𝘁𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗺𝘆</strong>, direct access to senior stakeholders and the freedom to influence technology, architecture, engineering standards, development and AI.</p><p>And importantly, <strong>𝗬𝗢𝗨'𝗟𝗟 𝗦𝗧𝗜𝗟𝗟 𝗕𝗘 𝗖𝗢𝗗𝗜𝗡𝗚.</strong></p><p>This is <strong>𝗡𝗢𝗧</strong> a Head of Engineering role where you spend your days in meetings managing managers.</p><p> </p><p><strong>𝗪𝗛𝗔𝗧 𝗬𝗢𝗨'𝗟𝗟 𝗢𝗪𝗡</strong></p><p>* Own the firm-wide <strong>𝗯𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱-𝘃𝘀-𝗯𝘂𝘆 𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗴𝘆</strong></p><p>* Design, build and ship software yourself</p><p>* Shape the engineering roadmap and decide <strong>𝘄𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗴𝗲𝘁𝘀 𝗯𝘂𝗶𝗹𝘁, 𝗯𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗶𝗺𝗽𝗿𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗱</strong></p><p>* Lead and technically coach development and scripting resources</p><p>* Develop junior engineers and raise the technical bar</p><p>* Own <strong>𝗱𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗽𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁, 𝘁𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 & 𝗖𝗜/𝗖𝗗</strong> end-to-end</p><p>* Work closely with IT on production and technical governance</p><p>* Own relationships with key technology vendors</p><p>* Drive the <strong>𝗣𝘆𝘁𝗵𝗼𝗻 & 𝗔𝗜 𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗴𝘆</strong></p><p>* Introduce and raise engineering standards across the business</p><p> </p><p><strong>𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗣𝗘𝗥𝗦𝗢𝗡</strong></p><p>I'm looking for someone who is <strong>𝘁𝗲𝗰𝗵𝗻𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘆 𝗰𝗿𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗯𝗹𝗲, 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗿𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘆 𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗱 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗹𝗼𝘃𝗲𝘀 𝗲𝗻𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗲𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴.</strong></p><p>Someone who can walk into a business, understand what needs to change, make decisions and then <strong>𝗿𝗼𝗹𝗹 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗶𝗿 𝘀𝗹𝗲𝗲𝘃𝗲𝘀 𝘂𝗽 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗱𝗲𝗹𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝗶𝘁.</strong></p><p>Strong experience across:</p><p><strong>𝗣𝘆𝘁𝗵𝗼𝗻 | 𝗦𝗼𝗳𝘁𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗘𝗻𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗲𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 | 𝗖𝗜/𝗖𝗗 | 𝗖𝗹𝗼𝘂𝗱/𝗗𝗲𝘃𝗢𝗽𝘀 | 𝗔𝗜</strong></p><p>Experience within <strong>𝗳𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝘀𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲𝘀, 𝗶𝗻𝘃𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁, 𝗘𝗧𝗙𝘀, 𝗘𝗧𝗖𝘀, 𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗼𝗿 𝗰𝗮𝗽𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗺𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗲𝘁𝘀</strong> would be particularly relevant.</p><p> </p><p><strong>𝗪𝗛𝗬 𝗧𝗛𝗜𝗦 𝗢𝗡𝗘?</strong></p><p>Because you won't just be <strong>𝗿𝘂𝗻𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗻 𝗲𝘅𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗲𝗻𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗲𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗳𝘂𝗻𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻.</strong></p><p>You'll have the opportunity to <strong>𝗯𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱 𝗶𝘁, 𝘀𝗵𝗮𝗽𝗲 𝗶𝘁 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗺𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝗶𝘁 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗼𝘄𝗻.</strong></p><p>You'll have a <strong>𝘀𝗲𝗮𝘁 𝗮𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘁𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲</strong>, genuine autonomy and the ability to influence how technology is built and used across the business.</p><p>If you're looking for the next step where <strong>𝗬𝗢𝗨𝗥 𝗧𝗘𝗖𝗛𝗡𝗜𝗖𝗔𝗟 𝗢𝗣𝗜𝗡𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗔𝗖𝗧𝗨𝗔𝗟𝗟𝗬 𝗠𝗔𝗧𝗧𝗘𝗥𝗦</strong>, this is one worth having a conversation about.</p><p>If you're a strong Python engineer who has moved into leadership, or an engineering leader who refuses to stop being hands-on, <strong>𝗜'𝗗 𝗟𝗜𝗞𝗘 𝗧𝗢 𝗛𝗘𝗔𝗥 𝗙𝗥𝗢𝗠 𝗬𝗢𝗨.</strong></p><p><strong>𝗟𝗢𝗢𝗞𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗙𝗢𝗥 𝗔 𝗡𝗘𝗪 𝗖𝗛𝗔𝗟𝗟𝗘𝗡𝗚𝗘?</strong></p><p><strong>𝗔𝗣𝗣𝗟𝗬 𝗡𝗢𝗪!!!</strong></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/dG9ueS5rb3lyYXR0eS44MjUzNS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<h1>Interim Finance Director</h1><p><strong>Location:</strong> Newcastle <strong>Rate:</strong> c. £700-£800 per day <strong>Duration:</strong> 6 Months+ <strong>Start:</strong> Immediate</p><p>Robert Half Finance & Accounting are supporting a PE-backed engineering business in the appointment of an Interim Finance Director.</p><p>Operating within a highly specialised project-led environment, the business delivers complex engineering solutions to customers across offshore, marine and infrastructure markets. Following a period of significant growth, the organisation is seeking an experienced Interim Finance Director to provide commercial and financial leadership during the next phase of development</p><p>Reporting directly to the Managing Director and working closely with Group leadership, the successful candidate will act as a strategic business partner whilst maintaining oversight of the finance function and supporting the delivery of a substantial project portfolio. [</p><h2>Key Responsibilities</h2><ul><li>Partner with the Managing Director and leadership team to support strategic and operational decision-making.</li><li>Provide commercial oversight of complex, long-term engineering projects and contracts.</li><li>Review project profitability, cost-to-complete forecasts, revenue recognition, cash flow and commercial risk exposure.</li><li>Drive improvements in forecasting, project reporting and management information.</li><li>Support contract reviews, pricing decisions, commercial negotiations and major investment decisions.</li><li>Lead working capital and cash flow management, ensuring effective milestone billing and collections processes.</li><li>Provide leadership and support to an established finance team, including oversight of financial control, reporting and governance.</li><li>Act as a trusted advisor to both operational and project teams, ensuring robust financial visibility across the business.</li></ul><h2>Ideal Candidate</h2><ul><li>Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA).</li><li>Previous Finance Director, Divisional FD or senior Head of Finance experience.</li><li>Strong track record within project-led environments.</li><li>Significant experience of long-term contract accounting, project accounting, revenue recognition and cost-to-complete forecasting.</li><li>Strong commercial business partnering capability with experience supporting MDs, operational leaders and project teams. </li><li>Backgrounds within engineering, offshore, energy, defence, marine, infrastructure, construction or complex manufacturing environments would be particularly relevant.</li><li>Able to quickly establish credibility and provide both strategic insight and hands-on support where required.</li></ul><h2>The Opportunity</h2><p>This assignment is ideally suited to an Interim Finance Director who enjoys working closely with operational stakeholders and influencing commercial outcomes, rather than operating solely as a financial controller. The business is performing well, has a strong order pipeline and requires a commercially focused finance leader who can add immediate value whilst helping to shape the future finance leadership structure.</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/c3RlcGhhbmllLmRhd3Nvbi40ODk5MS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p><strong>Technical Project Manager / Business Analyst (Technical PM/BA) | Birmingham | Financial Services | January 2027 Start</strong></p><p>Robert Half is recruiting for an experienced <strong>Technical Project Manager/Business Analyst</strong> to join a Global Risk Consulting Firm as an Associate, supporting a major technology and regulatory transformation programme within a leading global financial services organisation. This is a <strong>hybrid Technical PM/BA role combining hands-on technical business analysis with end-to-end project delivery ownership</strong>. You will work across multiple software engineering teams, coordinating complex system integrations, managing technical dependencies and translating business and regulatory requirements into deliverable technology solutions. The successful PM/BA will bring a strong understanding of software engineering, system architecture and technical delivery, combined with the ability to independently manage complex, cross-functional projects.</p><p>Assignment Details</p><ul><li>📍 <strong>Location:</strong> Birmingham City Centre (<strong>5 Days Per Week Onsite)</strong></li><li>💷 <strong>Rate: £450/day+12.07% via PAYE </strong>Equivalent t<strong>o gross c.£504/day)</strong></li><li>📄 <strong>Contract:</strong> Initial 6 Months, until end of June 2027</li><li>🚀 <strong>Start Date:</strong> <strong>January 2027</strong>, subject to onboarding and clearance</li></ul><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Lead technical project delivery across multiple software engineering teams, coordinating activities, dependencies and delivery milestones.</li><li>Gather, analyse and document complex business, functional and technical requirements.</li><li>Work closely with Software Engineers, Solution Architects and Technical Leads to understand, review and challenge system architecture, API integrations and technical designs.</li><li>Coordinate technology changes spanning multiple interconnected applications, platforms and engineering teams.</li><li>Analyse existing business processes, legacy systems, data flows and calculations to support process improvement and automation.</li><li>Facilitate technical and functional workshops involving Business Management, Operations, Trading, Compliance and Engineering stakeholders.</li><li>Produce and maintain requirements documentation, process maps, workflow diagrams and technical delivery artefacts.</li><li>Proactively identify and resolve project risks, technical dependencies, integration issues and gaps in delivery ownership</li></ul><p><strong>Essential Experience</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Financial Services experience, ideally within Investment Banking, Wealth Management or complex banking technology environments.</strong></li><li><strong>Proven experience in a Technical Project Manager, Technical Business Analyst or combined Technical PM/BA role</strong> within complex software engineering programmes.</li><li><strong>Strong technical understanding of software architecture, APIs, data models, system integrations and application development.</strong></li><li>Demonstrable experience coordinating delivery across <strong>multiple interconnected systems and engineering teams</strong>, rather than solely single-application projects.</li><li>Proven ability to explain technical architecture, challenge engineering decisions and understand complex integration dependencies.</li><li>Strong business analysis capability, including requirements gathering, process modelling, technical documentation and stakeholder workshops.</li><li>Experience taking ownership of project delivery, managing milestones, dependencies, risks and issues through to implementation.</li><li>Strong understanding of software development lifecycles, including Agile and traditional delivery approaches.</li><li>Experience coordinating cross-functional UAT activities, test planning, defect management and business sign-off.</li><li>Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to quickly understand unfamiliar systems, business processes and complex technical environments.</li><li>Confident communicator, comfortable engaging with Developers, Architects, Engineering Leads and senior business stakeholders.</li></ul><p>Desirable Experience</p><ul><li>Previous hands-on software engineering, development or solution design experience.</li><li>Experience delivering regulatory technology change, controls automation or process automation initiatives.</li><li>Asset & Wealth Management technology experience.</li><li>Exposure to Front Office, Trading, Operations or Compliance functions.</li><li>Experience with complex enterprise architecture and multi-platform integrations.</li><li>Working knowledge of SQL, data analysis or legacy application processes.</li><li>Experience with Jira, Confluence, Agile, Scrum or SAFe methodologies.</li><li>Previous experience delivering technology projects within large global investment banks.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Please note:</strong> Successful applicants will be required to provide employment references covering the previous five years and undergo financial and criminal background screening in accordance with the client's onboarding requirements. Any adverse findings, including County Court Judgments (CCJs), may impact clearance and eligibility for the engagement.</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/Tmljb2xhcy5HZW9yZ2lvdS44NzczNi4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<h1> </h1><p>Robert Half Finance& Accounting are supporting a PE-backed engineering business in the appointment of a Finance Director.</p><p>This is a rare opportunity to join a highly successful, growing organisation in Newcastle operating at the forefront of offshore, marine and specialist engineering projects. With revenues approaching £100m and a substantial future project pipeline, the business is seeking a commercially focused Finance Director to partner closely with the Managing Director and leadership team through its next phase of growth.</p><p>This is not a traditional reporting-focused Finance Director role. The successful candidate will be a key member of the leadership team, helping shape commercial strategy, oversee major contracts, drive business performance and provide robust financial leadership across a complex project-led environment.</p><br><br>The Role<br><br><p>Reporting directly to the Managing Director, you will:</p><ul><li>Act as a trusted advisor and business partner to the MD and wider leadership team.</li><li>Provide commercial insight and challenge to support profitable growth and operational decision-making.</li><li>Lead financial oversight of complex, long-term projects and contracts.</li><li>Drive improvements in forecasting, project reporting, management information and business performance visibility.</li><li>Support contract negotiations, tender reviews, pricing decisions and commercial risk assessment.</li><li>Lead cash flow forecasting, working capital management and project cash optimisation.</li><li>Ensure robust financial control, governance, reporting and compliance.</li><li>Lead, coach and develop an established finance team.</li><li>Build strong relationships across operational, project and engineering teams to ensure finance is embedded in key business decisions.</li></ul><br><br>The Candidate<br><br><p>You will ideally possess:</p><ul><li>ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualification.</li><li>Experience operating as a Finance Director, Divisional FD or senior finance leader within a project-led environment.</li><li>Significant exposure to long-term contract and project accounting.</li><li>Strong understanding of cost-to-complete forecasting, revenue recognition, contract profitability and project cash flow management.</li><li>Proven ability to influence senior operational stakeholders and leadership teams.</li><li>Experience supporting strategic decision-making and business growth.</li><li>Strong financial control, governance and reporting expertise.</li><li>Previous experience within a private equity-backed, investor-backed or fast-growing organisation.</li></ul><br><br>Salary & Benefits<br><br><ul><li>£140,000-£160,000 basic salary</li><li>Performance-related bonus</li><li>Comprehensive benefits package</li><li>Exposure to a high-growth sector</li><li>Opportunity to partner directly with an experienced leadership team and contribute to strategic business decisions</li></ul><p>This is an opportunity for an ambitious and commercially astute Finance Director to join a business with an outstanding reputation, strong profitability and a significant growth trajectory.</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/Q29ub3IuTWNDYWJlLjM3NTA4LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p><strong>Design and Contracts Manager - Remote - Up to £68k - Permanent </strong></p><p data-pm-slice="1 1 []">Are you a technically minded Contracts Manager who enjoys getting hands-on with design as well as managing projects from start to finish?</p><p>We're looking for an experienced Contracts Manager to join a specialist business, combining AutoCAD design, project management and commercial responsibility. You'll play a key role in developing practical, cost-effective design solutions and ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget and to the highest standards. You'll take ownership of allocated projects, overseeing the design process, managing budgets and programmes, and building strong relationships with customers, suppliers and internal teams.</p><p><strong>Key Details: </strong></p><ul><li><strong>Job Title</strong>: Design and Contracts Manager </li><li><strong>Location</strong>: Remote with occasional travel (1 - 2 times a month) to local office (however, onsite every day in Reading for first month, but accommodation is paid for) </li><li><strong>Salary</strong>: £60k - £68k, DOE + discretionary bonus (10 - 15%) </li><li><strong>Working Hours</strong>: 07:30 - 16:30, Monday - Friday </li></ul><p><strong>Responsibilities: </strong></p><ul data-spread="false" data-pm-slice="3 1 []"><li><strong>Design & AutoCAD:</strong> Produce, amend and review technical drawings, ensuring designs meet project specifications and performance requirements.</li><li><strong>Project management:</strong> Coordinate projects from initial brief through to production and delivery, managing timelines, resources and customer expectations.</li><li><strong>Commercial management:</strong> Control budgets, monitor costs, manage variations and identify opportunities to maximise profitability.</li><li><strong>Technical coordination:</strong> Work with architects, structural engineers and internal teams to resolve design challenges and deliver effective solutions.</li><li><strong>Value engineering:</strong> Improve designs and identify cost efficiencies without compromising quality.</li><li><strong>Reporting & quality:</strong> Maintain project trackers, monitor performance and ensure quality standards and documentation are maintained.</li></ul><p><strong> Requirements: </strong></p><ul data-pm-slice="3 3 []" data-spread="false"><li>At least five years' experience in construction contracts management, project management or technical design.</li><li>Practical AutoCAD experience, with the ability to produce and amend technical drawings.</li><li>Strong commercial awareness, including budgeting, cost control and contract variations.</li><li>Excellent organisational, communication and problem-solving skills.</li><li>Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, and project management software.</li><li>A relevant degree, HND, BTEC or equivalent qualification.</li><li>Full UK driving licence.</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/RW1pbHkuTGV3aXMuOTgzMzQuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.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>The Permanent Division of Robert Half is currently recruiting for an Export Compliance Manager on behalf of a specialist Manufacturing business with offices in Bedford.</p><p>The Role</p><p>As Export Compliance Manager you will be the regional subject matter expert for export controls, classifications, sanctions compliance and licensing for the business covering sales across EMEA, India and the US. Day to day duties will consist of:</p><ul><li>Lead and support the regional export controls and sanctions compliance program for 37 legal entities in EMEA and India, including support in daily queries</li><li>Perform and lead military, dual-use, ECCN, and SCOMET classifications</li><li>Provide technical guidance to engineering and product teams on export control requirements</li><li>Drive continuous improvement of Internal Compliance Programs (ICP)</li><li>Conduct and lead compliance audits, risk assessments, and corrective action programs</li><li>Engage with local authorities on export compliance related topics, including regular audits and disclosures</li><li>Manage export control training program for legal entities</li><li>Strategize regulatory developments and assess business impacts</li><li>Support automation and digital transformation initiatives, including Global Trade Management (GTM) projects</li><li>Partner with stakeholders to ensure compliant and business-friendly processes</li></ul><p>Your Profile</p><p>You will be knowledgeable across Exports, Imports and Trade Compliance across Europe and ideally further afield and ideally have worked within Engineering or Manufacturing industries. In addition you will have the ability to influence cross-functional teams in a global environment and will have a strong leadership personality with effective communication towards executive and site leadership. In all this is an excellent role for an individual who combines a strong technical or engineering background with deep export controls expertise, outstanding leadership skills, and the ability to translate complex regulatory requirements into practical business solutions.</p><p>Salary and Benefits</p><p>Role of Export Compliance Manager is working Mainly remote with some travel needed from time to time to Bedford and other group sites and is offering a salary of £70-80K + Bonus + Benefits</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/RGVhbi5QdWxsZW4uNjU3NzQuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>We are looking for a Senior NPI Manager. This is a senior, hands-on leadership position responsible for supporting the introduction of new products into manufacture, managing a small team and working closely with Design, Engineering, Manufacturing and senior stakeholders. The key requirement is someone with a strong manufacturing background who understands the design side of NPI and how products transition effectively from design into production.</p><p>It is <strong>Mandatory </strong>that applicants are/have:</p><ul><li>Right to Work in the UK - Eligible to work in the UK without Sponsorship</li><li>Living in the UK consistently for the last 3 years+</li></ul><h3>Key Requirements</h3><ul><li>Strong background within NPI, Manufacturing or Manufacturing Engineering</li><li>End to process management from Design, testing, integration up to product deployment</li><li>Experience working within a highly regulated, process and quality-driven environment.</li><li>Exposure to low-to-medium volume manufacturing across multiple products or product lines.</li><li>Previous people management and leadership experience.</li><li>Comfortable working with stakeholders at all levels, from production operators through to senior leadership.</li><li>Candidates who meet around 70-80% of the criteria can be considered, including those ready to step into a more senior leadership position.</li></ul><h3>Desirables</h3><ul><li>Degree in Electrical, Engineer or Manufacturing-related areas</li><li>Defence, Aerospace, Electrical or Manufacturing experiences strong desired</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Please note:</strong></p><p>Relocation support can be provided on a case-by-case discretionary basis</p><p>This is a fully on-site role</p><p>BPSS and DBS Checks will be carried out</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/RmF6Lk5hbmRvby45NjUyNC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<h2 data-section-id="1bo7kfo" data-start="0" class="PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer" data-end="40">Head of Business Systems & Technology - Fully Remote</h2><p data-start="42" data-end="377">Our client is a purpose-driven, PE-backed professional services organisation that partners with global businesses to deliver leadership development, coaching and talent solutions. With ambitious growth plans and continued investment in technology, they are looking for a technology leader to help shape the next phase of their journey.</p><h3 data-section-id="l1y6o1" data-start="379" data-end="435">Drive Technology. Lead Transformation. Shape Growth.</h3><p data-end="630" data-start="437">We're looking for a commercially minded technology leader to take ownership of our technology strategy, systems landscape and business transformation agenda during an exciting period of growth.</p><p data-end="904" data-start="632">As Head of Business Systems & Technology, you'll act as the technology voice within the leadership team, overseeing our technology estate, leading strategic projects, managing key vendor relationships and driving improvements across systems, data, security and operations.</p><p data-end="1103" data-start="906">This is a highly visible role where you'll combine strategic thinking with hands-on leadership, helping to build a scalable, secure and efficient technology function that supports long-term growth.</p><h3 data-section-id="ert108" data-start="1105" data-end="1126">What You'll Bring</h3><ul data-end="1587" data-start="1128"><li data-end="1219" data-start="1128" data-section-id="hhd90n">Experience leading technology strategy and business systems within a growing organisation</li><li data-end="1295" data-section-id="5dhylm" data-start="1220">Strong knowledge of Salesforce, Microsoft 365 and enterprise applications</li><li data-section-id="qnzfus" data-start="1296" data-end="1381">Proven success delivering transformation programmes and business change initiatives</li><li data-section-id="cbjg39" data-start="1382" data-end="1447">Experience managing third-party vendors and technology partners</li><li data-start="1448" data-section-id="4ek1mn" data-end="1504">Excellent stakeholder management and leadership skills</li><li data-end="1587" data-start="1505" data-section-id="ijsizu">A commercial mindset with the ability to influence at senior and executive level</li></ul><h3 data-section-id="1fahjvh" data-start="1589" data-end="1602">Why Join?</h3><ul data-end="1939" data-start="1604"><li data-section-id="gj74v7" data-start="1604" data-end="1668">Opportunity to shape technology strategy at a leadership level</li><li data-end="1728" data-start="1669" data-section-id="1x47un9">High-impact role with significant autonomy and visibility</li><li data-end="1760" data-section-id="dfoxg9" data-start="1729">Annual bonus</li><li data-end="1812" data-start="1776" data-section-id="ohiwzz">25 days holiday plus bank holidays</li><li data-end="1831" data-section-id="1adcmjo" data-start="1813">6 wellbeing days</li><li data-start="1832" data-section-id="7ekzgd" data-end="1848">Pension scheme</li><li data-end="1869" data-start="1849" data-section-id="19xlqaw">Christmas shutdown</li><li data-section-id="1goj7sc" data-start="1870" data-end="1939">Join a growing PE-backed business at a pivotal stage of its journey</li></ul><p data-is-only-node="" data-end="2096" data-is-last-node="" data-start="1941"><strong data-is-last-node="" data-start="1941" data-end="2096">If you're passionate about using technology to drive business success and enjoy leading change in a fast-paced environment, we'd love to hear from you.</strong></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/V2lsbC5TdGVhZC45MjAxOS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>IT Operations Manager<br />Reading | £65,000 | Permanent | 5 days office-based initially, reducing to 3 days after probation<br />We are recruiting for an experienced IT Operations Manager to join a growing organisation based in Reading.<br />This is a key role within the technology function, responsible for ensuring the organisation's IT services and infrastructure are reliable, secure, efficient and aligned with business needs.<br />Reporting to the Head of Technology, you will lead day-to-day IT operations, oversee technical support, manage service partners and drive continuous improvement across the IT environment.<br />The role<br />You will take ownership of IT service delivery and operational performance, ensuring systems remain stable, secure and available while delivering a high level of service to users across the organisation.<br />Key responsibilities will include:<br />* Leading the day-to-day operation of IT infrastructure, systems, networks and end-user services<br />* Managing and developing technical support capabilities<br />* Ensuring IT services meet agreed SLAs and performance targets<br />* Managing incidents, problems, changes and major incidents<br />* Driving continuous improvement across IT operations and service management<br />* Maintaining the stability and security of Microsoft 365, Azure, Active Directory/Entra ID and endpoint services<br />* Overseeing infrastructure upgrades, patching and lifecycle management<br />* Supporting disaster recovery and business continuity<br />* Managing third-party IT suppliers and service providers<br />* Monitoring supplier performance against agreed SLAs<br />* Working closely with security teams to manage vulnerabilities, risks and compliance<br />* Producing operational reports and performance dashboards<br />* Managing operational budgets and identifying opportunities for cost efficiencies<br />* Leading, coaching and developing members of the IT team<br />About you<br />We are looking for an experienced IT Operations, Infrastructure or Service Delivery professional who combines strong technical understanding with excellent people and stakeholder management skills.<br />You will ideally have:<br />* Significant experience in IT Operations, Infrastructure Management or Service Delivery<br />* Experience managing technical support and/or infrastructure teams<br />* Strong knowledge of Microsoft 365, Azure and Active Directory/Entra ID<br />* Experience working within an ITIL-based service management environment<br />* Strong experience managing incidents, problems, changes and operational risk<br />* Excellent supplier and stakeholder management skills<br />* Strong analytical and troubleshooting capabilities<br />* Excellent written and verbal communication skills<br />* A degree in IT, Computer Science or equivalent professional experience<br />Desirable experience includes hybrid cloud environments, cyber security frameworks, digital transformation, AI strategy, DevOps/SRE and relevant ITIL or Microsoft certifications.<br />What you'll get<br />* £65,000 salary<br />* Permanent position<br />* Reading-based<br />* 5 days in the office initially, reducing to 3 days per week after successful completion of probation<br />* Monday-Friday, 7:00am to 4:00pm or 7:30am-4:30pm<br />* 24 days' holiday + bank holidays<br />* Opportunity to play a key role in the development and improvement of the IT function<br />* Supportive environment focused on initiative, learning, collaboration and continuous improvement<br />Our values<br />We believe in Deliver, Initiative, Appreciation, Learn and Support.<br />We want people who take ownership, use their initiative, learn from challenges and work collaboratively to deliver great results.<br />If you're an experienced IT Operations Manager, IT Infrastructure Manager or Service Delivery Manager looking for your next challenge, 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/UGV0ZS5SaWNoYXJkcy44NTExNy4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p></p><h3>Dynamics 365 Platform Manager</h3><p><strong>6 Month FTC | Remote | £105,000 Pro Rata</strong></p><p>I'm working with a client seeking an experienced <strong>Dynamics 365 Platform Manager</strong> to take ownership of their D365 Finance & Supply Chain environment.</p><p>You'll be responsible for platform management, stakeholder engagement, vendor management, release planning, testing and driving ongoing improvements across the D365 estate.</p><p><strong>Key Requirements</strong></p><ul><li>Dynamics 365 F&O / F&SCM experience</li><li>ERP application or platform ownership</li><li>Release and change management</li><li>Strong stakeholder and supplier management skills</li></ul><p>📍 Remote<br /> ⏳ 6 Month FTC<br /> 💷 £105,000 Pro Rata</p><p>Interested? Get in touch for a confidential conversation</p><br><p> </p><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/cXVpbi53b29kaGVhZC45OTcwMC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p><strong>Commercial Director | Energy & Infrastructure | Central London or Leeds (Hybrid Working) | Up to £140,000 | Permanent Role</strong></p><p> </p><p>Robert Half is partnering with a rapidly growing energy and decarbonisation business operating across complex infrastructure, engineering and building services projects throughout the UK.</p><p> </p><p>The business works extensively across the public sector, including healthcare, universities and other complex live environments, and is entering an important period of growth and transformation.</p><p> </p><p>This is a senior leadership opportunity reporting directly to the Managing Director and sitting on the Senior Leadership Team. You'll lead the Commercial, Procurement and Document Control functions, while playing a key role in strengthening commercial capability, improving processes and governance, and supporting the continued growth of the business.</p><p> </p><p><strong>📊</strong><strong> About the Position</strong></p><p> </p><p>As Commercial Director, you'll lead a sizeable team, with four direct reports, and act as a key commercial partner to the wider leadership team.</p><p> </p><p>The business has grown quickly, and the processes and structures across the Commercial function now need to develop in line with the scale and complexity of the projects being delivered. <strong>This role will therefore have a strong transformation and process improvement focus</strong>, with the opportunity to build a more mature, consistent and commercially controlled function.</p><p> </p><p>Day-to-day, you'll:</p><p> </p><ul><li>Lead and develop the Commercial, Procurement and Document Control teams, creating greater accountability, consistency and capability across the function.<br /> * Partner closely with Operations as a trusted commercial adviser throughout the project lifecycle.<br /> * Own commercial, contractual and supply-chain risk across a complex project portfolio.<br /> * Lead the transformation of commercial processes, governance, controls and ways of working.<br /> * Improve project profitability, forecasting accuracy and cash generation.<br /> * Lead major client and supplier negotiations, including complex contractual arrangements.<br /> * Provide commercial guidance across NEC4, JCT and bespoke contracts.<br /> * Oversee commercial disputes, claims and contractual risk where required.<br /> * Develop a strategic procurement function, strengthening supplier relationships and delivering greater value from the supply chain.<br /> * Work closely with Finance and systems teams to improve commercial reporting, processes and ERP integration.<br /> * Build the commercial structures, processes and accountability required to support the next stage of business growth.</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>📋</strong><strong> What We're Looking For</strong></p><p> </p><ul><li>Significant senior commercial experience within construction or building services.<br /> * Strong principal contractor experience, ideally from a Tier 1 construction or M&E environment.<br /> * Strong knowledge of NEC4 and JCT contracts.<br /> * Proven experience managing commercial, contractual, operational and supply-chain risk.<br /> <strong>* Demonstrable experience of transformation and process improvement within a growing or changing organisation.</strong><br /> * A track record of improving commercial performance, governance, processes and accountability.<br /> * Experience leading and developing commercial teams.<br /> * A hands-on, commercially sharp approach, with the confidence to challenge the business and make decisions.<br /> * Strong understanding of the commercial and operational complexities of project-led businesses.<br /> * Comfortable operating in a lean environment where you are expected to build, improve and deliver rather than rely on a large support structure.</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p>🤝 <strong>Here's What's Waiting for You</strong></p><p> </p><ul><li>Up to £140,000 base salary.<br /> * Hybrid working from either London or Leeds.<br /> * Approximately three days per week in the office.<br /> * Direct exposure to the Managing Director and Senior Leadership Team.<br /> * Leadership responsibility for a large team across Commercial, Procurement and Document Control.<br /> * Genuine ownership of the commercial transformation agenda.<br /> * The opportunity to shape processes, governance and commercial capability within a growing business.<br /> * Exposure to significant public-sector energy and infrastructure projects.</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p>💼 <strong>Why This Role Could Be Your Next Move</strong></p><p> </p><p>This is far more than a traditional Commercial Director role.The business has grown rapidly, and the next stage of its development requires stronger commercial foundations, more consistent processes and greater accountability across the function.</p><p> </p><p>You'll have the opportunity to build that capability rather than simply inherit an established structure. Working closely with Operations and the wider leadership team, you'll shape how the Commercial function operates, improve commercial governance and help the business respond effectively to the increasing scale and complexity of its projects.</p><p> </p><p>For an experienced Commercial Director, Head of Commercial or Senior Commercial Manager ready to step up, this offers the opportunity to combine strategic influence with genuine hands-on responsibility and make a tangible impact on the commercial maturity of a growing energy and infrastructure business.</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/T2xpdmVyLldvbmcuMjYyMzkuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Robert Half has partnered with a infrastructure business to recruit for a Head of Data, Analytics & Digital Transformation.</p><p>This is a newly created senior leadership role, offering the opportunity to shape and deliver the organisation's data, analytics and digital transformation strategy.</p><p><strong>Salary:</strong> £75,000 - £85,000</p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Crewe, York, Leeds or Derby</p><p><strong>Working pattern:</strong> 2 days per week on site, with some travel to other locations</p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p>You will lead the development of a modern, data-driven function, using data, analytics, automation, AI and digital technology to improve operational performance, decision-making and business efficiency.</p><p>Key responsibilities include:</p><ul><li>Develop and deliver the organisation's data and digital transformation strategy.</li><li>Build strong data governance, reporting and analytics capabilities.</li><li>Establish reliable business data and improve data quality and accessibility.</li><li>Lead digital transformation, automation and technology-enabled change programmes.</li><li>Identify opportunities to use AI and emerging technologies to improve efficiency.</li><li>Develop dashboards, MI and insights to support senior decision-making.</li><li>Build and lead a high-performing data and digital team.</li><li>Manage budgets, business cases, suppliers and transformation benefits.</li><li>Work closely with senior stakeholders across technology, finance, operations and other functions.</li><li>Ensure appropriate governance, risk, data protection and information security standards are maintained.</li></ul><p><strong>About You</strong></p><p>We are looking for an experienced data, digital or transformation leader with:</p><ul><li>Significant leadership experience across data, analytics, digital transformation or technology.</li><li>A strong track record delivering large-scale transformation programmes.</li><li>Experience developing data strategies and governance frameworks.</li><li>Experience leading multidisciplinary teams and influencing senior stakeholders.</li><li>Strong knowledge of analytics, BI, automation, AI and emerging technologies.</li><li>Commercial awareness, with experience managing budgets and business cases.</li><li>Strong programme management, stakeholder engagement and change management skills.</li><li>A strategic and commercially minded approach, with a focus on delivering measurable business outcomes.</li></ul><p>This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced data and transformation professional to take ownership of a newly created function and play a key role in shaping the organisation's future digital capability.</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/eWFoeWUuZGluZWguMDU4NDUuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p><strong>The Company</strong></p><p>My client is a leading global safety technology business operating as a key unit within a prestigious FTSE 100 group. Specialised in manufacturing critical safety systems for high-risk, harsh operational environments, they operate across multiple international sites. Based out of North West London, they are looking to hire a sharp, commercially minded Finance Manager to take ownership of month-end operations and drive financial controls.</p><p> </p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p>Reporting directly to the Head of Finance, this position manages a team of three and sits at the center of daily finance activities. You will take complete ownership of the month-end close process while acting as a key commercial partner to operational departments across the business.</p><p>Key responsibilities include:</p><ul><li>Leading and mentoring a team of three junior finance staff across core general ledger, AP, and AR functions.</li><li>Owning the month-end close process, ensuring all journals, reconciliations, accruals, and prepayments are completed accurately.</li><li>Partnering with heads of department to provide financial insight, challenge assumptions, and support business performance.</li><li>Managing monthly management reporting, variance analysis, and key performance trends for senior stakeholders.</li><li>Overseeing Group consolidation reporting and assisting with rolling monthly forecasts and annual budgeting.</li><li>Maintaining robust financial controls and acting as the primary point of contact for external audits.#</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Your Profile</strong></p><p>To excel in this role, you will be a qualified finance professional with experience in fast-paced commercial environments and a track record of effective team leadership.</p><p>Essential criteria:</p><ul><li>Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent).</li><li>Proven experience managing or supervising junior finance staff.</li><li>Strong background in fast-paced commercial settings (manufacturing or engineering experience is advantageous, though not essential).</li><li>Hands-on expertise across month-end routines, balance sheet controls, and group reporting.</li><li>Available at short notice or currently on a brief notice period.</li><li>Confident communicator with the gravitas to business partner across non-finance departments.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Salary & Benefits</strong></p><ul><li>Salary: £65,000 - £70,000 per annum</li><li>Working Model: Hybrid model with 3 days per week on-site in North West London (Hendon/Kingsbury area with free on-site parking)</li><li>Package: Full corporate benefits package backed by a FTSE 100 group, with strong career development prospects</li></ul><p> </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/SmVybWFpbmUuTHluY2guMTE2ODguMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p><strong>Information Security Manager - ISO27001 accreditation</strong></p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Manchester - 4 days onsite per week<br /> <strong>Salary:</strong> £80,000-£100,000 per annum</p><p><strong>The Opportunity</strong></p><p>We are working with a client seeking an experienced <strong>Information Security Manager</strong> to lead and drive information security governance, risk and compliance, with a particular focus on GDPR, data protection and ISO 27001 accreditation.</p><p>This is a GRC-focused role rather than a hands-on technical security position. <strong>The successful candidate will have a proven track record of taking organisations through the ISO 27001 accreditation process from scratch</strong>, establishing the necessary frameworks, policies, controls and governance structures to achieve certification and maintain ongoing compliance.</p><p>This is an excellent opportunity for someone who can combine strategic oversight with a hands-on approach to building and embedding a robust information security and data protection framework across an organisation.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Lead the end-to-end implementation of ISO 27001, taking the organisation from initial assessment through to successful accreditation.</li><li>Develop, implement and maintain an Information Security Management System (ISMS), ensuring alignment with ISO 27001 requirements and business objectives.</li><li>Own and drive the organisation's governance, risk and compliance (GRC) activities, identifying and managing information security and data protection risks.</li><li>Ensure compliance with GDPR, UK data protection legislation and relevant regulatory requirements.</li><li>Develop and maintain information security policies, procedures, risk registers, control frameworks and supporting documentation.</li><li>Conduct gap analyses, risk assessments and internal audits, coordinating remediation activities to address identified weaknesses.</li><li>Prepare the organisation for external audits and certification assessments, working closely with auditors and key stakeholders.</li></ul><p><strong>Required Experience:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Proven experience implementing ISO 27001 from scratch and successfully taking an organisation through to accreditation.</strong> This is a key requirement for the role.</li><li>Strong knowledge of information security governance, risk management and compliance frameworks.</li><li>A solid understanding of GDPR, UK data protection legislation and information governance.</li><li>Experience developing and embedding an ISMS, including policies, procedures, controls and audit processes.</li><li>The ability to engage confidently with senior stakeholders and influence decision-making across the organisation.</li><li>Strong communication, stakeholder management and organisational skills.</li><li>A pragmatic, hands-on approach to building and maintaining compliance frameworks in a complex business environment.</li></ul><p><strong>Desirable Experience</strong></p><ul><li>Professional certifications such as <strong>CISSP, CISM or ISO 27001</strong></li><li>Experience working within the utilities, infrastructure or construction sectors, particularly in complex project-based environments.</li><li>Experience managing external audits, certification bodies and ongoing ISO 27001 compliance.</li><li>The ability to translate regulatory and compliance requirements into practical, business-focused solutions.</li></ul><p><strong>The Details</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Salary:</strong> £80,000-£100,000 per annum, depending on experience.</li><li><strong>Location:</strong> Manchester.</li><li><strong>Working arrangement:</strong> Four days onsite per week.</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/Q2FsbHVtLlNhdW5kZXJzLjc2NDQyLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>Marketing Manager, EMEA</p><p>Our client is a growing international business seeking an experienced Marketing Manager, EMEA to lead and deliver a broad range of B2B marketing activities across multiple markets.</p><p>This is a hands-on role covering campaign management, content creation, events, public relations, product launches and lead generation.</p><p>Working closely with sales, product, engineering and leadership teams, you will play a key role in increasing brand awareness, generating qualified leads and supporting business growth.</p><p><strong>PLEASE NOTE; This is a hybrid role based in Colchester - 2x days in the office & occasional travel to Leeds. </strong></p><p>Marketing Manager, EMEA Key Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Create and manage a wide range of marketing materials, including product catalogues, brochures, flyers, presentations and digital assets.</li><li>Plan and execute integrated marketing campaigns, ensuring all content is accurate, on-brand and aligned with business objectives.</li><li>Organise and manage UK and international trade shows, exhibitions and industry events, maximising lead generation opportunities and return on investment.</li><li>Coordinate customer events, meetings and marketing initiatives, including communications and attendee management.</li><li>Work closely with Product Management teams to develop and deliver promotional campaigns.</li><li>Develop and implement public relations strategies to enhance brand visibility and reputation.</li><li>Build relationships with media contacts and respond to media enquiries.</li><li>Write and distribute press releases and monitor media coverage.</li><li>Produce engaging content for internal and external newsletters and communications.</li><li>Manage lead generation campaigns, analysing performance and identifying opportunities for continuous improvement.</li><li>Support the successful launch of new products in collaboration with cross-functional teams.</li><li>Provide marketing support to sales teams, helping drive customer engagement and new business opportunities.</li><li>Manage marketing activity within agreed budgets and deliver measurable results.</li><li>Oversee the development of promotional materials, advertising campaigns and website content to ensure a consistent brand experience.</li><li>Contribute to a collaborative team culture and support wider business initiatives as required.</li></ul><p>Ideal Marketing Manager, EMEA Profile:</p><ul><li>Experience working across EMEA markets.</li><li>Proven experience within a B2B marketing role.</li><li>Experience planning and delivering multi-channel marketing campaigns.</li><li>Strong project management and organisational skills.</li><li>Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.</li><li>Creative, proactive and self-motivated approach.</li><li>Experience engaging with customers, suppliers and stakeholders at all levels.</li><li>Willingness to travel within the UK and internationally when required.</li><li>Strong visual communication and design skills.</li><li>Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.</li><li>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.</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/Q2Fyb2xpbmUuR3JhaW5nZXIuOTM1NjkuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p> </p><p>Robert Half is partnering with a well-established and highly respected manufacturing business seeking a Finance Manager/Finance Business Partner to join its senior leadership team. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially focused finance professional to take ownership of the finance function within a growing organisation and play a key role in supporting operational and strategic decision-making.</p><p> This is a broad, hands-on position offering significant exposure to senior stakeholders and the opportunity to make a tangible impact across the business.</p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p>Reporting to senior finance leadership, the Finance Manager will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day finance function while partnering with operational teams to drive financial performance and support business growth.</p><p>Key responsibilities will include:</p><ul><li>Production of monthly management accounts, including P&L, balance sheet and cash flow reporting.</li><li>Ownership of budgeting, forecasting and annual planning processes.</li><li>Analysis of manufacturing costs, margins, stock, labour utilisation and profitability.</li><li>Leading month-end and year-end reporting activities.</li><li>Managing cash flow forecasting and working capital performance.</li><li>Ensuring robust financial controls, processes and compliance are maintained.</li><li>Supporting audit and statutory reporting requirements.</li><li>Providing meaningful financial insight to support operational and commercial decision-making.</li><li>Business partnering with non-finance stakeholders across the organisation.</li><li>Mentoring and developing members of the finance team.</li></ul><p><strong>About You</strong></p><p>We're looking for an ambitious and proactive finance professional with strong commercial acumen and the ability to operate effectively within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.</p><p>You will ideally possess:</p><ul><li>ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualification, although strong qualified-by-experience candidates will also be considered.</li><li>Experience preparing management accounts and delivering accurate financial reporting.</li><li>Previous exposure to manufacturing, engineering, FMCG or a similar product-led environment.</li><li>Strong understanding of cost accounting, stock control and working capital management.</li><li>Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.</li><li>A hands-on approach with the ability to balance strategic thinking and operational delivery.</li><li>Strong systems and process improvement experience.</li></ul><p><strong>What's on Offer?</strong></p><ul><li>Salary up to £65,000 dependant on experience</li><li>Opportunity to join a successful and growing business</li><li>Broad and highly visible role with genuine influence</li><li>Collaborative and supportive leadership team</li><li>Long-term career development 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 equal opportunity and diversity. 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.</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/T2xpLkNhbXBiZWxsLjcxODgyLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<h3>Finance Manager / Practice Accountant | Central London </h3><p><strong>Robert Half is delighted to be partnering with a leading award-winning architectural practice to recruit a Finance Manager / Practice Accountant.</strong></p><p>This is a fantastic opportunity for a hands-on finance professional looking for a broad role with genuine ownership across the entire finance function. Working closely with the Principals, you'll play a key role in supporting strategic decision-making, improving financial processes, and driving commercial insight across the business.</p><h3>The Opportunity</h3><p>You'll take responsibility for the day-to-day management of the finance function whilst providing detailed management information, budgeting support and commercial analysis to help drive business performance.</p><p>This is a varied position that offers exposure to all aspects of finance, including:</p><ul><li>Production of monthly management accounts, cashflow forecasts and financial reporting</li><li>Budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis</li><li>Revenue recognition and project accounting</li><li>Payroll, VAT, pensions and statutory compliance</li><li>Sales ledger, purchase ledger and credit control</li><li>Business partnering with senior stakeholders</li><li>Financial planning and commercial analysis</li><li>Managing audits and year-end processes</li><li>Supporting systems improvements, automation and AI-driven reporting initiatives</li></ul><h3>About You</h3><p>We're keen to speak with individuals who possess:</p><ul><li>ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualification (QBE candidates will also be considered)</li><li>Strong management accounting experience</li><li>Previous experience working within an SME environment</li><li>Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills</li><li>Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities</li><li>Advanced Excel skills and confidence working with finance systems</li><li>A proactive mindset with a passion for continuous improvement</li></ul><h3>Nice to Have</h3><ul><li>Experience within architecture, construction, engineering or project-based businesses</li><li>Exposure to project accounting and revenue recognition</li><li>Experience working with Xero or project accounting systems</li></ul><h3>Package & Benefits</h3><ul><li>Hybrid working (3 days in the office)</li><li>Study support available</li><li>Private medical insurance</li><li>Pension scheme</li><li>One week working abroad allowance</li><li>Supportive and collaborative culture</li><li>Broad exposure to senior leadership and business strategy</li></ul><p>If you're looking for a role where you can make a genuine impact within a growing and highly regarded business, we'd love to hear from you.</p><p><strong>Apply now or contact Robert Half for a confidential discussion.</strong></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/Q2hhei5NYWxhbi4yNTQzOC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p data-pm-slice="1 3 []">We are seeking an experienced IT Manager to lead a small technical team and oversee IT infrastructure, systems and support services across a multi-site organisation. This is a permanent role paying up to £63,500 plus company car, with hybrid working after successful completion of probation.</p><p>This is a hands-on leadership role, combining day-to-day operational responsibility with project delivery, team development and continuous improvement. You will work closely with business systems colleagues to ensure technology supports business performance, security and efficiency.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul data-spread="false"><li><p>Lead, mentor and develop the internal IT team, promoting accountability and continuous improvement.</p></li><li><p>Oversee IT support, service desk operations and service level agreements.</p></li><li><p>Manage IT infrastructure, including servers, networks, applications, devices and communications.</p></li><li><p>Plan and deliver IT projects, managing resources, budgets, suppliers and timescales.</p></li><li><p>Support IT strategy, technology improvements and business transformation initiatives.</p></li><li><p>Maintain cyber security, data protection, system updates and IT governance.</p></li><li><p>Develop and test business continuity and disaster recovery arrangements.</p></li><li><p>Provide hands-on technical support and troubleshooting when required</p></li></ul><p><strong>About You</strong></p><ul data-spread="false"><li><p>Strong knowledge of Microsoft technologies, including Windows Server, Microsoft 365, Azure/Entra ID, Active Directory, SharePoint Online and SQL Server.</p></li><li><p>Good understanding of networking, storage, virtualisation and remote desktop technologies.</p></li><li><p>Knowledge of cyber security, GDPR and IT governance.</p></li><li><p>Proven IT project management and service delivery experience.</p></li><li><p>Strong leadership, communication, organisational and problem-solving skills.</p></li><li><p>A proactive, hands-on approach with a focus on ownership and continuous improvement.</p></li></ul><p><strong>On Offer</strong></p><ul><li>Salary up to £63,500</li><li>Company car</li><li>Hybrid working - 3 days a week in Melksham</li><li>Competitive benefits</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/Um94eS5MYXcuMzU2MTEuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Exciting opportunity to join a well established and growing business based in Wantage as Infrastructure Team Leader, offering excellent career progression and development and competitive salary/package.</p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p>As Infrastructure Team Leader, you'll be responsible for:</p><ul><li>leading a small team of infrastructure specialists, responsible for monitoring, supporting and maintaining a reliable and high-performing server, storage and data-centre infrastructure </li><li>coordinating activities with internal and 3rd party resources across multiple international sites </li><li>lead continuous improvement of backups, disaster recovery and monitoring processes</li><li>identify opportunities to implement new technologies in line with IT strategy, driving automation and continuous improvement</li><li>maintaining standards and adhering to compliance processes and procedures, in line with various IT and security frameworks </li><li>lead on exciting infrastructure change projects and initiatives</li></ul><p><strong>About you</strong></p><p>Applicants for the Infrastructure Team Leader role will:</p><ul><li>have sound experience gained as an infrastructure engineer, systems administrator, or similar, with strong knowledge across storage, server and data-centres, in particular Microsoft based infrastructure</li><li>be experienced with hyper-visor technologies (e.g. VMWare, Hyper-V, Nutanix, Proxmox)</li><li>have knowledge or experience of automation / orchestration (e.g. Ansible, Terraform) and container platforms (e.g. Kubernetes) would be beneficial </li><li>be comfortable working in a regulated environment and experience driving compliance with frameworks / standards</li><li>be comfortable working in an office based environment and with occasional international travel</li></ul><p><strong>On offer</strong></p><p>Competitive salary and benefits package, including generous pension, bonus, private medical and flexible working hours</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/cGV0ZXIuZWx3YXJkLjczODg5LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>Robert Half is partnering with a growing engineering company who are looking to appoint an experienced <strong>Finance Manager</strong> to lead its finance function and support the senior leadership team with commercial and operational decision-making.</p><p>The successful candidate will play a key role in driving financial performance while managing day-to-day finance operations and a small accounts team.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Production of monthly management accounts, budgets, forecasts and cashflow reporting</li><li>Business partnering with senior leadership, providing financial and commercial insight</li><li>Managing payroll, VAT and statutory reporting requirements</li><li>Overseeing sales ledger, purchase ledger, credit control and supplier payments</li><li>Ensuring robust financial controls and identifying opportunities for process improvement</li><li>Managing and developing a small finance team</li><li>Supporting year-end processes and liaising with external advisors</li></ul><p><strong>About You</strong></p><ul><li>ACCA, ACA, CIMA qualified or qualified by experience</li><li>Previous experience in a Finance Manager or senior finance position</li><li>Experience in construction, engineering, manufacturing or contracting environments</li><li>Commercially minded with the ability to influence and challenge stakeholders</li><li>Comfortable operating in a hands-on SME environment</li><li>Able to manage multiple priorities and drive improvements across the finance function</li></ul><p> </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Q2FybGllLldpbGxpYW1zLjUzNDI3LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p><strong>Financial Controller</strong></p><p> </p><p>Our client is a well-established, privately owned manufacturing and engineering business based in Nottinghamshire, with a strong market presence and an established customer base. The business continues to perform well, with a strong plans for further growth.</p><p> </p><p>They are looking to appoint a qualified Financial Controller to take ownership of the day-to-day finance function, working closely with the leadership team to drive financial performance, improve reporting and support commercial decision-making.</p><p> </p><p><strong>The role</strong></p><p>Reporting to the Finance Director, you will run the month-end process, lead a small finance team and make sure the business has accurate, timely information on profitability, stock and cash. There is a genuine opportunity to tighten processes and improve the quality of reporting rather than simply maintaining what is already there.</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Key responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Deliver the monthly management accounts and board reporting, with clear commentary on performance and margins</li><li>Oversee costing, WIP and stock valuation, working closely with operations to resolve variances</li><li>Manage cash flow forecasting, working capital and the annual budget and reforecast process</li><li>Prepare year-end statutory accounts under FRS 102 and lead the external audit</li><li>Strengthen financial controls and processes while managing and developing the finance team</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>About you</strong></p><ul><li>ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified, with at least two years' post-qualification experience</li><li>A background in manufacturing, engineering or a similar operational environment where stock and costing are significant</li><li>Hands-on experience of month-end close, statutory accounts and audit, along with previous line management</li><li>Practical and commercially minded, able to explain the numbers clearly to non-finance managers and comfortable challenging when something does not look right</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Interested?</strong></p><p>Apply now with your CV to be considered for this opportunity.</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/SGFubmFoLkFybm90dC45ODY4NS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>Robert Half has partnered with an established engineering firm to recruit for a newly created role of Principal Data Scientist and Machine Learning Researcher. This is a permanent role, based in Gloucester or Manchester, with competitive salary and benefits.</p><p>As you will be working within a highly secure technology environment, the successful candidate will need to be able to obtain eDV and SC clearance. </p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><ul dir="ltr"><li>Supporting the Head of Data Science & Machine Learning to shape group strategy and engage stakeholders</li><li>Generating ideas for novel research that create competitive advantage across the customer community</li><li>Working autonomously to develop complex, novel data science solutions</li><li>Helping triage and respond to new opportunities, aligned to group and wider business strategy</li><li>Designing and delivering data-centric solutions in collaboration with colleagues across disciplines</li><li>Leading the technical delivery of research and applied AI/ML work on both customer and internal projects</li><li>Providing technical leadership across multiple projects</li><li>Managing and developing more junior members of the SRG team</li><li>Delivering AI, ML and data science solutions to a broad range of defence problems</li></ul><p><strong>About You</strong></p><ul><li>Several years' experience delivering novel ML solutions to customers and internal stakeholders</li><li>Proven experience as a Senior/Principal Data Scientist with ability to guide and coach the team</li><li>Excellent Python coding practice, including ML libraries such as HuggingFace, TensorFlow and PyTorch</li><li>Experience building robust ML pipelines with MLOps tools for model training, monitoring and deployment</li><li>Experience with version control and environment management (e.g. venvs, Docker)</li><li>Expert knowledge of AI/ML algorithms across different data types and tasks, including Generative AI, NLP and computer vision, sufficient to propose research beyond the existing literature</li><li>Hands-on experience training and developing AI models, including Large Language Models</li></ul><p>This is a permanent opportunity with a competitive salary package, additional clearance-related allowance and the chance to work on technically challenging, security-focused programmes. Due to the nature of the work, suitability and eligibility requirements will apply.</p><p>If you have the relevant background and would be open to a confidential conversation, please get in touch.</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/Um94eS5MYXcuNzM5MTMuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">