<p><strong>Finance Director</strong></p><p><strong>Midsomer Norton Schools Partnership Trust (MNSP)</strong><br /> <strong>Location:</strong> Midsomer Norton<br /> <strong>Salary:</strong> £90,000 - £110,000 + wider benefits</p><p><strong>Join one of the South West's most successful and fastest-growing Multi-Academy Trusts</strong></p><p>Midsomer Norton Schools Partnership Trust (MNSP) is entering an exciting phase. Already responsible for <strong>36 schools</strong>, with <strong>strong predicted growth in the next 12-18 months</strong>- they are a high-performing and rapidly expanding Trust with a strong reputation for school improvement, financial strength and educational excellence.</p><p>With a <strong>£150m+ turnover</strong>, and a clear commitment to supporting 3000 staff and improving outcomes for pupils, they are seeking an exceptional <strong>Finance Director </strong>to lead their finance function into the next stage of organisational growth.</p><p>Reporting to the <strong>Chief Operating Officer</strong>, you will provide strategic leadership, assurance and financial stewardship at the highest level - ensuring resources are used effectively to deliver the very best outcomes for children across the Trust.</p><p><strong>The Opportunity</strong></p><p>This is a rare and career-defining role for a senior finance leader who wants to make a genuine difference in public education. You will:</p><p><strong>Lead at Scale and Influence Trust-Wide Strategy</strong></p><ul><li>Shape and deliver the Trust's <strong>multi-year financial strategy</strong>, investment plans and capital priorities.</li><li>Provide clear analysis, advice and constructive challenge to senior leaders, the CEO and Trustees.</li><li>Play a pivotal role in driving financial sustainability during a period of significant growth.</li></ul><p><strong>Ensure Rigorous Governance, Controls and Compliance</strong></p><ul><li>Lead internal controls, audit, external scrutiny and statutory reporting - including DfE returns and preparation of financial statements.</li><li>Maintain full compliance with the Academies Handbook, Companies House and financial regulation.</li></ul><p><strong>Drive Financial Excellence Across the Trust</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee monthly management accounts, budgeting, forecasting and KPI reporting.</li><li>Manage reserves and cashflow, recommending investment options to maximise returns.</li><li>Lead procurement strategy and ensure best value across all schools.</li></ul><p><strong>Play a Key Role in Due Diligence & Growth</strong></p><ul><li>Lead financial due diligence for incoming schools and support seamless onboarding.</li></ul><p><strong>Develop and Lead a High-Performing Finance Function</strong></p><p>You will manage a team of 2<strong>5</strong><strong> staff</strong>, including:</p><ul><li>Management Accountants</li><li>Accounts Payable/Receivable teams</li><li>Payroll</li></ul><p>With some staff school-based, you'll ensure strong capacity, clear processes, and professional excellence across multiple sites.</p><p><strong>Why Join MNSP?</strong></p><ul><li>A <strong>financially strong</strong>, well-run and respected Trust with outstanding school improvement capability.</li><li>A leadership culture focused on <strong>outcomes, not bureaucracy - </strong>lean, agile and impactful.</li><li>Significant opportunity to <strong>shape the strategic future</strong> of a large and growing educational organisation.</li><li>A chance to make a profound difference to children's lives across the South West.</li></ul><p><strong>What They're Looking For</strong></p><p><strong>Essential</strong></p><ul><li>Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA).</li><li>Successful track record in senior financial leadership within a complex, multi-site organisation.</li><li>Strong experience in audit, financial reporting, and leading high-performing finance teams.</li><li>Ability to translate strategy into robust financial models, budgets and operational plans.</li><li>Excellent communication, influence and interpersonal skills - comfortable working with school leaders, teachers and Trustees.</li><li>Deep commitment to integrity, public value and improving outcomes for children.</li></ul><p><strong>Highly Desirable</strong></p><ul><li>Experience within a Multi-Academy Trust or public-sector organisation.</li><li>Up-to-date knowledge of the Academies Handbook and MAT finance regulation.</li><li>Experience in capital bids, capital project oversight, risk management and onboarding new academies.</li></ul><p><strong>Benefits</strong></p><ul><li>£90,000 - £110,000</li><li>Government Pension Scheme</li><li>26 days' holiday + bank holidays (rising to 31 after 5 years' service)</li><li>Blue Light Card - offering savings on shopping, travel and leisure</li><li>Cycle-to-Work Scheme</li><li>Free Eye Tests</li><li>EAP Scheme</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/Q2hhcmxvdHRlLkJvc2hlci45NzE2MC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p data-start="171" data-end="486">We're looking for an IT Risk & Compliance Analyst to join our team and help strengthen how IT risks are identified, assessed, and managed across the organisation. You'll work closely with technical specialists and business stakeholders to ensure technology risks are clearly understood, monitored, and addressed.</p><p data-start="488" data-end="506"><strong data-start="488" data-end="506">What you'll do</strong></p><ul><li>Support IT risk assessments and facilitate risk review sessions with stakeholders</li><li>Maintain and update IT risk registers and track ongoing risk exposure</li><li>Analyse risk scenarios and contribute to clear, actionable risk reporting</li><li>Recommend proportionate and cost-effective controls to reduce IT risk</li><li>Collect, challenge, and report on key risk indicators</li><li>Prepare risk updates for governance forums and committees</li><li>Track and report IT risk events and emerging issues</li><li>Support programmes and agile teams by identifying risks linked to IT change</li><li>Help maintain risk processes, guidance, and training materials</li></ul><p data-end="1164" data-start="1143"><strong data-start="1143" data-end="1164">What you'll bring</strong></p><ul><li>A solid understanding of IT systems, processes, and controls</li><li>The ability to explain technical risk topics clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences</li><li>Strong analytical skills with attention to detail and an ability to see wider impacts</li><li>Confidence working with data to support risk analysis and decision-making</li><li>A collaborative mindset with the ability to work independently when required</li><li>A customer-focused approach and strong communication skills</li></ul><p data-end="1671" data-start="1647"><strong data-start="1647" data-end="1671">Desirable experience</strong></p><ul><li>Exposure to highly regulated environments</li><li>Familiarity with recognised frameworks such as COBIT, ITIL, ISO 27001, or NIST</li><li>Experience working with auditors or formal assurance activities</li><li>Knowledge of quantitative risk methods such as FAIR</li></ul><p data-start="1945" data-end="1963"><strong data-start="1945" data-end="1963">Qualifications</strong></p><ul><li>Degree in IT, Computer Science, Engineering, Information Security, or a related discipline</li><li>Practical experience performing IT or cyber risk analysis</li><li>Relevant risk or security certifications are an advantage</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/RmF6Lk5hbmRvby41NzUyMC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>Robert Half is working with a well-established, growth-focused financial services organisation to recruit a Credit Risk Team Lead. This role sits within a developing credit function and offers the opportunity to lead a team while helping to embed robust credit risk practices in a dynamic, regulated environment.</p><p>This position is well suited to an experienced credit risk professional who enjoys balancing hands-on oversight with people leadership and stakeholder engagement.</p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p>As Credit Risk Team Lead, you will be responsible for the day-to-day management of a credit risk team, ensuring consistent, high-quality credit decisioning and strong adherence to policies and controls. You will work closely with senior stakeholders across the business to support effective risk management and ongoing process improvement.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Lead, manage, and develop a team of credit risk professionals, including performance management and coaching</li><li>Oversee credit assessment and decisioning processes in line with agreed risk appetite and policies</li><li>Support the development, documentation, and implementation of credit risk policies and procedures</li><li>Produce and deliver regular risk reporting and insights to senior stakeholders</li><li>Collaborate with internal teams to ensure credit risk practices align with wider business requirements</li><li>Drive continuous improvement of credit processes, controls, and quality assurance activities</li><li>Support training and knowledge sharing within the credit risk function</li></ul><p><strong>About You</strong></p><ul><li>5+ years' experience in credit risk, underwriting, or a related risk discipline</li><li>Previous experience in a supervisory or team leadership capacity</li><li>Strong understanding of credit risk assessment, portfolio monitoring, and governance frameworks</li><li>Analytical and detail-oriented, with sound judgement in risk decisioning</li><li>Effective communicator, comfortable engaging with both technical and non-technical stakeholders</li><li>Well organised and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment</li></ul><p><strong>Salary and Benefits</strong></p><p>The role of Credit Risk Team Lead is offered with hybrid working for a salary of up to £95,000 DOE plus bonus and benefits.</p><p>This is a great opportunity for a credit risk professional looking to step into or further develop a leadership role within a stable yet evolving organisation.</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/T2xpLkNhbXBiZWxsLjkzMjczLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p data-start="47" data-end="397">We're looking for an IT Risk & Compliance Manager to identify, assess, and mitigate risks across information systems and applications. This role will ensure strong IT governance, compliance with regulatory and industry standards, and the continuous improvement of risk management and assurance practices.</p><p data-start="399" data-end="425"><strong data-end="423" data-start="399">Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p data-end="460" data-start="427"><strong data-end="458" data-start="427">Information Risk Management</strong></p><ul><li>Identify, assess, and manage IT risks across areas such as data protection, secure-by-design, project and lifecycle management, applications, infrastructure, and networks.</li><li>Own and maintain the IT risk register, ensuring clear mitigation and treatment plans.</li><li>Establish or align to risk management frameworks, monitor key risk indicators, and drive corrective actions.</li><li>Ensure alignment with relevant industry standards, policies, and regulations.</li><li>Provide expert guidance to stakeholders on IT risk, governance, and compliance throughout the change lifecycle.</li><li>Lead risk awareness training, workshops, and communications to promote a strong risk culture.</li></ul><p data-start="1135" data-end="1161"><strong data-start="1135" data-end="1159">IT Audit & Assurance</strong></p><ul><li>Act as the primary contact for IT audits and assurance activities.</li><li>Scope and coordinate IT audits, manage fieldwork, and oversee responses to findings.</li><li>Track, report, and follow up on audit actions to ensure timely and effective remediation.</li></ul><p data-end="1440" data-start="1415"><strong data-end="1438" data-start="1415">Skills & Experience</strong></p><ul><li>Significant experience in IT risk management, security governance, audit, and compliance roles.</li><li>Strong knowledge of frameworks and standards such as ISO 27001/2, NIST, COBIT, CIS Controls, GDPR, and PCI-DSS.</li><li>Experience leading IT risk and compliance assessments and developing policies, processes, and procedures.</li><li>Good understanding of security risk management, vulnerability management, and modern IT and cyber security practices.</li><li>Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at all levels.</li><li>Broad technical exposure to IT applications, infrastructure, and systems delivery and support.</li><li>Background spanning multiple industries is highly desirable.</li></ul><p data-start="2157" data-end="2177"><strong data-start="2157" data-end="2175">Qualifications</strong></p><ul data-end="2427" data-is-last-node="" data-is-only-node="" data-start="2400"><li>Degree in IT, Computer Science, Engineering, Information Security, or equivalent.</li><li>Relevant professional certification in IT risk, security, or governance (e.g. ISO 27001, NIST, COBIT)</li></ul><p>Hybrid working available.</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/RmF6Lk5hbmRvby4zNjMwMi4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p><strong>Senior Manager - Risk & Compliance (Non-Financial Risk Management)</strong></p><p>Are you passionate about risk management in financial services and ready to lead innovative change? We're seeking a dynamic Senior Manager to join a collaborative, inclusive consultancy focused on delivering non-financial risk solutions for major financial clients.</p><p><strong>Your Impact:</strong><br />As Senior Manager, you will lead client advisory and consulting engagements, guide teams in delivering data and technology-enabled risk management solutions, and play a pivotal role in developing our regulatory compliance practice. Your expertise will directly improve our clients' risk frameworks and regulatory readiness in sectors including banking, insurance, investment management, and more.</p><p><strong>We're looking for:</strong></p><ul><li>Strong technical competence in non-financial risk management within the financial services industry</li><li>Demonstrated consulting experience, particularly partnering with financial services clients on transformation programmes within first and second line risk/control functions</li><li>Advanced knowledge and hands-on application of data, enabling technologies, and AI to enhance risk management</li><li>Familiarity with technology vendors relevant to financial risk ecosystems</li><li>Proven understanding of financial services regulations and regulatory trends</li><li>Proven ability to develop proposals and bid materials for advisory/consulting projects</li><li>Excellent client relationship management and a strong professional network in the UK's FSI sector</li><li>Experience leading, developing, and coaching both client and internal staff</li><li>Exemplary communication, presentation, and team leadership skills</li><li>Deep subject matter expertise across a range of non-financial risk domains</li></ul><p><strong>Role Highlights:</strong></p><ul><li>Lead client engagements from planning to execution, ensuring high quality and satisfaction</li><li>Develop methodologies, proposals, and market thought leadership</li><li>Grow client relationships and drive new business opportunities</li><li>Coach junior staff and foster a collaborative, knowledge-sharing culture</li></ul><p><strong>Why Join?</strong></p><p>Enjoy a flexible hybrid work model with meaningful in-person and remote opportunities. You'll receive a competitive salary, comprehensive health and pension benefits, and generous annual leave. You'll also be part of a team that values integrity, inclusion, innovation, and a shared commitment to success.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. 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/QW50aG9ueS5DbGFyay4xNDcxMC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p><strong>Conduct Risk Manager / Senior Manager - Retail Banking</strong></p><p>Take the next step in your career with a leading consulting team focusing on conduct, regulatory change, and customer outcomes in the retail banking sector.</p><p>Robert Half are seeking a talented Conduct Risk Manager / Senior Manager with a passion for driving best-in-class conduct and compliance across major financial services organizations.</p><p><strong>Required experience </strong></p><ul><li>Conduct risk / Consumer Duty experience within <strong>retail financial services.</strong></li><li>Proven expertise in retail conduct risk or large-scale remediation projects within complex organizations.</li><li>Understanding of UK regulatory requirements, especially Consumer Duty, and the practical implications.</li><li>Experience enhancing customer journey/experience in regulated environments.</li><li>Strong project management, reporting and analytical skills - able to work independently and drive delivery</li></ul><p><strong>Responsibilities </strong></p><ul><li>Lead the delivery of projects around Consumer Duty, Governance, Culture and Controls, regulatory applications and authorisations, and non-financial risk transformation.</li><li>Manage end-to-end client workstreams, ensuring results are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards.</li><li>Design and deliver customer remediation events and solutions responding to regulatory change and conduct risk assessments.</li><li>Build relationships with clients, senior stakeholders,</li><li>Identify, develop, and grow new opportunities for both existing and future clients, including leading proposals and bids for new work.</li><li>Advance your personal specialisms and help drive our company's reputation as a market leader.</li><li>Collaborate internationally to ensure consistent, high-quality solutions across global offices.</li></ul><p> <strong>Conduct Risk Manager / Senior Manager - Retail Banking</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/Q2FsbHVtLlNhdW5kZXJzLjk4NTYwLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>Robert Half Financial Recruitment has partnered with a specialist private credit firm, based in central London, seeking a high-calibre Investment Analyst / Associate to join its London-based team.</p><p data-start="366" data-end="774">The firm manages capital for institutional investors and sophisticated family offices globally. Its core strategy focuses on a distinctive and fast-growing area of private credit: lending to lenders across speciality finance areas.</p><p data-end="924" data-start="776">This is a rare opportunity to gain hands-on exposure across the full private credit investment lifecycle within a lean, entrepreneurial environment.</p><h3 data-end="943" data-start="931">The Role</h3><p data-start="945" data-end="1230">The successful candidate will work closely with senior members of the origination and underwriting team, as well as senior management, to execute and monitor private credit investments. The role offers significant responsibility, early exposure, and the opportunity to step up quickly.</p><p data-start="1232" data-end="1265"><strong data-start="1232" data-end="1265">Key responsibilities include:</strong></p><ul data-end="2202" data-start="1266"><li data-start="1266" data-end="1362"><p data-start="1268" data-end="1362">Supporting the underwriting, execution and ongoing monitoring of private credit transactions</p></li><li data-end="1678" data-start="1363"><p data-start="1365" data-end="1434">Conducting detailed investment analysis and due diligence, including:</p><ul data-end="1678" data-start="1437"><li data-start="1437" data-end="1479"><p data-start="1439" data-end="1479">Business model and strategy assessment</p></li><li data-start="1482" data-end="1512"><p data-start="1484" data-end="1512">Management team evaluation</p></li><li data-start="1515" data-end="1558"><p data-end="1558" data-start="1517">Market, competitive and sector analysis</p></li><li data-start="1561" data-end="1678"><p data-end="1678" data-start="1563">Financial modelling across income statement, balance sheet and cash flow, including downside and stress scenarios</p></li></ul></li><li data-start="1679" data-end="1756"><p data-end="1756" data-start="1681">Assessing credit risk, debt servicing capacity and structural protections</p></li><li data-start="1757" data-end="1886"><p data-end="1886" data-start="1759">Preparing high-quality internal investment memoranda and presenting findings to senior stakeholders and investment committees</p></li><li data-start="1887" data-end="2012"><p data-end="2012" data-start="1889">Building and maintaining relationships across the private credit ecosystem, including lenders, brokers and legal advisers</p></li><li data-start="2013" data-end="2115"><p data-end="2115" data-start="2015">Monitoring market developments across private credit, speciality finance and related equity markets</p></li><li data-start="2116" data-end="2202"><p data-start="2118" data-end="2202">Contributing broadly across the platform in a small-team, flat-structure environment</p></li></ul><p>The Candidate</p><p>The successful candidate for this private credit firm, based in central London, will have at least 5 years experience as an investment or credit analyst. They will have excellent excel skills and strong modelling and valuations experience.</p><p>Salary and Benefits</p><p>The successful Credit Risk Analyst will receive a salary of £80,000 (highly dependant on experience) plus a discretionary notice and beneifits package. </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/U2FsaW1hLkl6YWdhcmVuLjc4ODMwLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>Exciting opportunity for applicants with a real interest in cyber security and GRC to join a global business based in Wantage as IT Governance Coordinator, offering excellent development opportunities and chance to support international cyber security initiatives!</p><p> </p><p><strong>The role</strong></p><p>As IT Governance Coordinator, you'll join an international team and support governance, risk & compliance initiatives within cyber security. This will include:</p><ul><li>risk management (risk assessments, maintaining risk register etc.)</li><li>ensuring IT governance, policies, standards and processes are maintained and adhered to</li><li>supporting on an ISO 27001 implementation (maintaining ISMS, supporting audits etc.)</li><li>work closely with IT and infrastructure teams, supporting various cyber security activities (e.g. vulnerability management, incident response etc.)</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>About you</strong></p><p>Applicants for the IT Governance Coordinator will:</p><ul><li>have experience gained in an IT governance, cyber security or compliance / GRC focused role(s)</li><li>familiarity with ISO 27001 and other frameworks </li><li>excellent attention to detail, strong analytical approach and documentation skills </li><li>strong communicator</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>On offer</strong></p><p>Competitive salary and benefits including bonus, generous pension, 25 days annual leave, as well as excellent career prospects and professional development. </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/cGV0ZXIuZWx3YXJkLjY3MjA5LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p style="margin: 0in; margin-left: .375in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;">Robert half Talent Solutions are seeking a Head of Internal Audit for successful group based North of Cardiff.</p><p style="margin: 0in; margin-left: .375in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.0pt;"> </p><p style="margin: 0in; margin-left: .375in; line-height: 21pt; font-family: 'Google Sans'; font-size: 15.0pt; color: #0a0a0a;">Head of Internal Audit</p><p style="margin: 0in; margin-left: .375in; line-height: 21pt; font-family: 'Google Sans'; font-size: 15.0pt; color: #0a0a0a;">About the Role</p><p style="margin: 0in; margin-left: .375in; line-height: 18pt; font-family: 'Google Sans'; font-size: 12.0pt; color: #0a0a0a;">Serving as the chief assurance officer for the organisation, the Head of Internal Audit provides independent, objective evaluations of governance, risk management, and internal controls. This role ensures financial, operational, and compliance controls are robust and aligned with best practice standards, reporting to the Group CFO and accountable to the Services International executive team and Group Audit Committee</p><p style="margin: 0in; margin-left: .375in; line-height: 21pt; font-family: 'Google Sans'; font-size: 15.0pt; color: #0a0a0a;">Key Responsibilities</p><ul style="direction: ltr; unicode-bidi: embed; margin-top: 0in; margin-bottom: 0in;" type="disc"><li style="margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 9pt; vertical-align: middle; color: #0a0a0a;">Audit Leadership: Develop and deliver the annual, risk-based internal audit plan and ensure adherence to IIA UK Standards .</li><li style="margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 9pt; vertical-align: middle; color: #0a0a0a;">Operational Oversight: Oversee high-risk audits across diverse operations, including finance, IT, H&S, fleet, stock, and contract management </li><li style="margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 9pt; vertical-align: middle; color: #0a0a0a;">Governance & Risk: Advise the Exec team and Audit Committee on risk exposure and control effectiveness; strengthen risk management frameworks</li><li style="margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 9pt; vertical-align: middle; color: #0a0a0a;">Leadership & Influence: Lead and coach the internal audit team, build stakeholder relationships, and influence decision-making to strengthen governance </li></ul><p style="margin: 0in; margin-left: .375in; line-height: 21pt; font-family: 'Google Sans'; font-size: 15.0pt; color: #0a0a0a;">Qualifications & Experience</p><ul style="direction: ltr; unicode-bidi: embed; margin-top: 0in; margin-bottom: 0in;" type="disc"><li style="margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 9pt; vertical-align: middle; color: #0a0a0a;">ACA/ACCA qualified.</li><li style="margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 9pt; vertical-align: middle; color: #0a0a0a;">Leadership experience in internal audit functions within multi-site organisations.</li><li style="margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 9pt; vertical-align: middle; color: #0a0a0a;">Strong operational and financial control knowledge.</li><li style="margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 9pt; vertical-align: middle; color: #0a0a0a;">Proven success in influencing Audit & Risk Committees and embedding best practice</li></ul><p style="margin-left: .375in; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 9pt; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 12.0pt; color: #0a0a0a;"> </p><p style="margin-left: .375in; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 9pt; font-family: 'Google Sans'; font-size: 12.0pt; color: #0a0a0a;">On offer a salary of from £75,000 to £85,000 plus generous packing including a car and bonus</p><p style="margin-left: .375in; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 9pt; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 12.0pt; color: #0a0a0a;">The role is hybrid working</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/Q2hhcmxvdHRlLmFsbGVuLjA3NTEzLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>Robert Half Technology are assisting a market leading PE-backed facilities organisation to recruit a Interim IT Director on an initial 8-12 month contract basis. </p><p><strong>Objectives (8-12-Month Outcomes)</strong></p><p>The Interim IT Director will be accountable for designing and executing a transformation roadmap, delivering tangible improvements across cost, service quality, resilience, and commercial value.</p><ol><li><strong> Digital Transformation & Value Creation</strong></li></ol><ul><li>Design and execute a clear, prioritised digital transformation plan aligned to the PE value-creation strategy.</li><li>Translate technology initiatives into commercial outcomes (cost reduction, productivity, service improvement, scalability).</li><li>Establish clear governance, milestones, and success metrics within the business.</li></ul><ol start="2"><li><strong> Automation, AI & Process Efficiency</strong></li></ol><ul><li>Identify and deliver automation and AI opportunities that reduce manual effort, improve speed, and enhance customer and internal service experience.</li><li>Simplify and streamline core business processes, removing friction and failure points.</li></ul><ol start="3"><li><strong> Outsourced IT Review & Supplier Reset</strong></li></ol><ul><li>Conduct a rapid but thorough review of the current outsourced IT model (including Aura).</li><li>Address poor service levels, slow response times, and lack of value for money.</li><li>Redesign the sourcing strategy: renegotiate, replace, or re-tender providers as required.</li><li>Deliver cost transparency, improved SLAs, and materially better service quality.</li><li>Resolve issues around overpriced, second-hand equipment and long lead times.</li></ul><ol start="4"><li><strong> IT Security & Risk Management</strong></li></ol><ul><li>Assess and remediate cyber and operational security risks.</li><li>Ensure the business meets an appropriate level of security maturity for a PE-backed organisation preparing for exit.</li><li>Put in place pragmatic, proportionate controls and incident response capability.</li></ul><ol start="5"><li><strong> Data & Analytics Capability</strong></li></ol><ul><li>Improve access to reliable management information and analytics.</li><li>Enable data-driven decision-making across the executive team.</li><li>Define a realistic roadmap for analytics maturity aligned to business need.</li></ul><ol start="6"><li><strong> IT Procurement & Commercial Control</strong></li></ol><ul><li>Establish disciplined IT procurement processes.</li><li>Ensure technology spend is justified, benchmarked, and ROI-led.</li><li>Introduce stronger commercial management of vendors and contracts.</li></ul><ol start="7"><li><strong> Build a Fit-for-Purpose IT Function</strong></li></ol><ul><li>Design and implement an appropriate target operating model for IT, balancing in-house capability and outsourced services.</li><li>Clarify roles, accountability, and governance.</li><li>Upskill or reshape the existing IT Manager role as part of a sustainable future-state function.</li></ul><ol start="8"><li><strong> Core Systems & Operating System Remediation</strong></li></ol><ul><li>Address critical system instability, including replacement of the unsupported operating system (in place since November 2015).</li><li>Build a robust business case for change, clearly articulating risk, cost, ROI, and implementation roadmap.</li><li>Reduce system failures and downtime, improving operational resilience.</li></ul><ol start="9"><li><strong> Exit Readiness</strong></li></ol><ul><li>Ensure all initiatives support the broader objective of maximising valuation and exit readiness for summer 2027.</li><li>Improve technology due-diligence readiness, documentation, resilience, and scalability.</li><li>Leave behind a clear technology roadmap that extends beyond the interim engagement.</li></ul><p><strong>Profile Type</strong></p><ul><li>Proven Interim IT Director / Technology Transformation Lead experience in PE-backed or highly commercial environments.</li><li>Strong track record of fixing underperforming outsourced IT models.</li><li>Commercially astute, able to build ROI-led business cases and challenge spend.</li><li>Hands-on, delivery-focused, and credible at board and CEO level.</li><li>Comfortable operating in ambiguity and moving at pace.</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/S2F6aW0uSGFzc2FuLjU3NDAxLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p><strong>Director, IT & AI Infrastructure - Central London - BioTech</strong></p><p><strong>£100K - £140k, Bonus & Benefits</strong></p><p>Robert Half a partnered with a fast-scaling BioTech based in London.</p><p>Relentless Medicine Discovery Needs Relentless Technology!</p><p>The way medicines are discovered today is too slow. We believe patients deserve better - and faster. That requires unconventional thinking, advanced computation, and a relentless drive to do things differently.</p><p>We are an ambitious biotech organisation uniting <strong>AI, computation, and RNAi</strong> to accelerate the discovery of differentiated therapies with real-world impact. Our teams thrive on complexity, creativity, and collaboration, and we move quickly to turn insight into action.</p><p>As we continue to scale, we are seeking a <strong>Director of IT & AI Infrastructure</strong> to lead our enterprise technology, security, and AI enablement strategy at a pivotal moment in our journey.</p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p>Reporting to the <strong>VP, Head of Applied AI & Informatics</strong>, this role owns enterprise IT operations, cloud infrastructure, cybersecurity, and AI enablement across the organisation. You will be accountable for safeguarding systems, data, and intellectual property, while ensuring our technology estate actively accelerates R&D and commercial productivity.</p><p>This is a highly visible leadership role at the intersection of <strong>IT, security, AI, and biotech R&D</strong>, offering the opportunity to shape how AI is embedded responsibly and effectively across the business.</p><p><strong>What You'll Do</strong></p><p><strong>Infrastructure & Operations</strong></p><ul><li>Lead Microsoft 365 and end-user computing environments</li><li>Oversee AWS cloud architecture supporting discovery and computational platforms</li><li>Ensure availability, performance, backup, and disaster recovery readiness</li><li>Establish infrastructure standards, documentation, and operational best practice</li><li>Deploy AI-enabled IT automation for monitoring, support, and knowledge management</li><li>Partner with internal AI teams to support secure and efficient AI workloads</li></ul><p><strong>Security & Compliance</strong></p><ul><li>Own the end-to-end cybersecurity posture across all systems</li><li>Implement access controls, monitoring, and incident response frameworks</li><li>Maintain compliance with GDPR, SOC 2 and other relevant standards</li><li>Conduct regular security audits, penetration testing, and risk assessments</li><li>Manage third-party vendors and security risk</li><li>Govern secure use of enterprise AI platforms (e.g. generative AI tools), protecting IP and sensitive data</li><li>Define and enforce responsible AI, data sharing, and access control policies</li></ul><p><strong>Strategy & Leadership</strong></p><ul><li>Develop and deliver a multi-year IT and AI infrastructure roadmap</li><li>Evaluate emerging technologies relevant to biotech, R&D, and computational science</li><li>Define IT governance and risk management aligned to regulatory needs</li><li>Own IT budget, licensing, and vendor relationships</li><li>Partner with R&D leadership on capacity planning and infrastructure strategy</li><li>Drive enterprise adoption of secure AI tools, including training teams to embed AI into daily workflows</li><li>Advise senior leadership on AI, security, and operational efficiency</li></ul><p><strong>Skills & Experience</strong></p><p><strong>Essential</strong></p><ul><li>8+ years in senior IT or infrastructure leadership roles, ideally in regulated environments (biotech, pharma, healthcare)</li><li>Strong experience managing AWS production environments</li><li>Proven success building and maturing enterprise security programmes</li><li>Hands-on expertise with Microsoft 365 and identity platforms (Azure AD / Entra ID)</li><li>Deep understanding of IAM, network security, and encryption</li><li>Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent experience</li><li>Working knowledge of enterprise AI platforms and architectures</li><li>Experience defining or governing AI use in data-sensitive or regulated settings</li><li>Ability to translate AI opportunity and risk into practical enterprise outcomes</li></ul><p><strong>Nice to Have</strong></p><ul><li>Experience in high-growth or early-stage biotech/pharma</li><li>Familiarity with GxP, HIPAA, or similar frameworks</li><li>Exposure to data platforms, MLOps, or AI/ML infrastructure in R&D contexts</li><li>Ownership of SOC 2 or similar certifications</li></ul><p><strong>Benefits</strong></p><p><strong>Committed to Care</strong></p><ul><li>Healthcare, pension/401(k), and life assurance</li></ul><p><strong>Celebrating Success</strong></p><ul><li>Competitive salary, performance-related bonus, and recognition awards</li></ul><p><strong>Unlocking Potential</strong></p><ul><li>Dedicated personal development time and learning budget</li></ul><p><strong>Enjoying Life</strong></p><ul><li>Social and wellbeing initiatives and a competitive holiday/PTO policy</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/amFtZXMud2lsbHNvbi4wMDQzNS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>Robert Half has partnered with a global business near Chippenham to recruit a Cyber Security Analyst on a permanent basis, paying up to £65,000 with hybrid working. This is a great opportunity comes with clear progression opportunities and will require someone to come with both technical and GRC security experience.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities: </strong></p><ul><li>Oversee security incident management and response</li><li>Threat management</li><li>Configure, implement and maintain security tools such as SIEM, XDR, EDR, vulnerability management</li><li>Implement and maintain security controls</li><li>Conduct vendor risk assessments, support internal and external audits</li><li>Governance, risk and compliance</li></ul><p><strong>Skills & Experience: </strong></p><ul><li>Proven experience in Cyber Security operations, threat management</li><li>Strong knowledge of SIEM, XDR, EDR, vulnerability management, firewalls and network security</li><li>Good understanding of risk management, vendor security assessments and compliance</li><li>Understanding of UK regulations, including Cyber Essentials, ISO27001, NIST</li></ul><p><strong>On Offer: </strong></p><ul><li>Salary up to £65,000</li><li>Hybrid working - approximately 2 days a week in office (Chippenham)</li><li>25 days annual leave plus bank holidays</li><li>Private medical insurance</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/Um94eS5MYXcuNzM2MzguMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p><strong>Job Title:</strong> Interim Head of Accounting and Financial Reporting<br /><strong>Location:</strong> Birmingham City Centre (on site 5 days)<br /><strong>Duration:</strong> 6 Month Contract<br /><strong>Day Rate:</strong> £350-£400 per day</p><p> </p><p>We are seeking a qualified and experienced interim finance leader for a key leadership role, responsible for overseeing Accounting and Financial Reporting teams and ensuring operational excellence and high standards in service delivery. The ideal candidate will bring expert leadership and management skills along with a proven ability to drive efficiencies, mitigate risk, and support the strategic aims of internal and external stakeholders.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Overview:</strong></p><ul><li>Lead key strategic initiatives in finance and reporting.</li><li>Ensure strong people management, team performance, and staff retention.</li><li>Guarantee compliance and audit standards.</li><li>Identify and deliver process improvements and risk mitigation.</li><li>Be the senior escalation point for complex matters.</li><li>Drive business efficiency, cost savings, and new revenue opportunities.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Provide effective leadership and line management to Accounting and Financial Reporting teams., </li><li>Develop and execute strategies to improve performance and deliver results against targets and KPIs.</li><li>Ensure all statutory, regulatory, and internal process requirements are met.</li><li>Proactively identify and drive projects focused on process improvement and risk reduction.</li><li>Collaborate with senior management and stakeholders across the business to support common goals.</li><li>Promote a culture of high performance, continuous development, and positive employee engagement.</li><li>Identify and implement opportunities for cost savings and revenue generation within the finance function.</li><li>Ensure quality assurance and compliance reviews are completed and signed off appropriately.</li><li>Support audit processes and act as a primary contact for related queries.</li><li>Maintain accurate and timely delivery of financial reporting outputs.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Person Specification:</strong></p><ul><li>Recognised professional accounting qualification (ACCA, ACA, CIMA).</li><li>Strong leadership and team development skills.</li><li>Exceptional knowledge of statutory, legislative, and compliance requirements.</li><li>Proven experience of managing and improving accounting processes and controls.</li><li>Demonstrable commercial and solutions focused approach.</li><li>Excellent communication, mentoring, and stakeholder management abilities.</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/VGluby5GcmVldGguNDg4MDAuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<h2 data-start="334" data-end="418">Interim Tax Consultant - Project based</h2><h2 data-end="418" data-start="334">Lead and execute a comprehensive overhaul of the organisation's tax processes, ensuring full compliance, operational efficiency, and alignment with recognised best-practice standards. The project focuses on strengthening governance, improving accuracy, and embedding sustainable procedures that reduce risk and support long-term strategic objectives.</h2><h3 data-end="844" data-start="816"><strong data-start="820" data-end="844">Key Responsibilities</strong></h3><p data-end="886" data-start="845"><strong data-start="845" data-end="884">1. Diagnostic Review & Gap Analysis</strong></p><ul data-start="887" data-end="1214"><li data-start="887" data-end="996"><p data-start="889" data-end="996">Conduct a full assessment of existing tax workflows, controls, documentation, and compliance obligations.</p></li><li data-start="997" data-end="1119"><p data-start="999" data-end="1119">Identify process inefficiencies, control weaknesses, data gaps, and areas of exposure to regulatory or financial risk.</p></li><li data-start="1120" data-end="1214"><p data-start="1122" data-end="1214">Benchmark current practices against industry standards and emerging regulatory requirements.</p></li></ul><p data-end="1275" data-start="1216"><strong data-start="1216" data-end="1273">2. Design & Implementation of Improved Tax Procedures</strong></p><ul data-end="1583" data-start="1276"><li data-start="1276" data-end="1394"><p data-start="1278" data-end="1394">Develop clear, standardised procedures for corporate tax, VAT, transfer pricing, and other relevant tax areas.</p></li><li data-start="1395" data-end="1477"><p data-start="1397" data-end="1477">Implement structured process maps, and documentation protocols.</p></li><li data-end="1583" data-start="1478"><p data-start="1480" data-end="1583">Establish internal control frameworks to ensure accuracy, segregation of duties, and audit-readiness.</p></li></ul><p data-start="1585" data-end="1631"><strong data-start="1585" data-end="1629">3. Strengthening Governance & Compliance</strong></p><ul data-start="1632" data-end="1966"><li data-start="1632" data-end="1750"><p data-end="1750" data-start="1634">Review compliance calendars, filing processes, and data-collection workflows to ensure timely, accurate reporting.</p></li><li data-end="1857" data-start="1751"><p data-end="1857" data-start="1753">Enhance record-keeping practices aligned with regulatory expectations and internal audit requirements.</p></li><li data-end="1966" data-start="1858"><p data-end="1966" data-start="1860">Ensure compliance processes include adequate review steps, sign-off structures, and escalation procedures.</p></li></ul><p data-end="2012" data-start="1968"><strong data-end="2010" data-start="1968">4. Best-Practice Framework Development</strong></p><ul data-end="2324" data-start="2013"><li data-end="2128" data-start="2013"><p data-end="2128" data-start="2015">Introduce leading-practice methodologies for tax risk management, regulatory monitoring, and quality assurance.</p></li><li data-start="2129" data-end="2245"><p data-start="2131" data-end="2245">Provide guidance on automation opportunities and digital tools that enhance efficiency and reduce manual errors.</p></li><li data-end="2324" data-start="2246"><p data-end="2324" data-start="2248">Develop a sustainable governance model that supports continuous improvement.</p></li></ul><p data-start="2326" data-end="2371"><strong data-end="2369" data-start="2326">5. Knowledge Transfer</strong></p><ul data-start="2372" data-end="2684"><li>Deliver training to finance and tax teams on new processes, documentation requirements, and compliance expectations.</li><li data-end="2594" data-start="2493"><p data-end="2594" data-start="2495">Create user-friendly manuals, guides, and templates to support long-term adherence to procedures.</p></li><li data-start="2595" data-end="2684"><p data-end="2684" data-start="2597">Mentor internal stakeholders to embed a culture of accuracy, compliance, and ownership.</p></li></ul><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/RG9taW5pYy5Gb3J0ZXkuNDQ5NzAuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p data-start="108" data-end="240"><strong data-end="164" data-start="108">Head of Cyber Security - Global Leader (West London)</strong><br data-start="164" / data-end="167"> <strong data-end="240" data-start="167">Robert Half Ltd is acting as the employment agency for this position.</strong></p><p data-start="108" data-end="240"><strong data-end="240" data-start="167">£120,000-£130,000 base + 20 % BONUS </strong></p><p data-start="242" data-end="485">Join a <strong data-end="292" data-start="249">multi-billion-pound global organisation</strong> undergoing major technology modernisation. This <strong data-end="359" data-start="341">brand-new role</strong> places you as the <strong data-start="378" data-end="397">#1 Cyber leader</strong>, owning the entire enterprise security function across wholesale and retail operations.</p><p data-start="487" data-end="828">As Head of Cyber Security, you'll set strategy, lead a growing team, and drive transformation across security governance, operations, compliance, cloud, and risk. You'll implement frameworks aligned to <strong data-end="744" data-start="689">GDPR, PCI DSS, ISO 27001, and Cyber Essentials Plus</strong>, while modernising hybrid environments across <strong data-start="791" data-end="827">Azure, AWS, Nutanix, and on-prem</strong>.</p><h3 data-start="830" data-end="858"><strong data-end="858" data-start="834">Key Responsibilities</strong></h3><ul data-end="1515" data-start="859"><li data-end="928" data-start="859"><p data-end="928" data-start="861">Define and deliver a 3-5 year cyber security strategy and roadmap</p></li><li data-end="1013" data-start="929"><p data-start="931" data-end="1013">Lead enterprise security governance and represent security at senior/board level</p></li><li data-start="1014" data-end="1083"><p data-start="1016" data-end="1083">Own policies, frameworks, compliance, DPIAs, and operating models</p></li><li data-start="1084" data-end="1179"><p data-start="1086" data-end="1179">Oversee incident response, vulnerability management, SOC integration, and threat monitoring</p></li><li data-start="1180" data-end="1261"><p data-end="1261" data-start="1182">Secure hybrid platforms (Azure, AWS, Nutanix, SD-WAN, Zero Trust, CASB, SASE)</p></li><li data-end="1329" data-start="1262"><p data-start="1264" data-end="1329">Lead risk assessments, KRIs, and reporting to senior leadership</p></li><li data-start="1330" data-end="1421"><p data-end="1421" data-start="1332">Embed security culture through training, phishing simulations, and awareness programmes</p></li><li data-end="1515" data-start="1422"><p data-start="1424" data-end="1515">Drive security into operational teams, vendors, partners, and third-party risk management</p></li></ul><h3 data-end="1541" data-start="1517"><strong data-start="1521" data-end="1541">Success Measures</strong></h3><ul data-end="1725" data-start="1542"><li data-end="1585" data-start="1542"><p data-end="1585" data-start="1544">Strategy delivered within first 90 days</p></li><li data-start="1586" data-end="1622"><p data-end="1622" data-start="1588">Strong GDPR & PCI audit outcomes</p></li><li data-end="1678" data-start="1623"><p data-end="1678" data-start="1625">Reduction in vulnerabilities and phishing incidents</p></li><li data-end="1725" data-start="1679"><p data-start="1681" data-end="1725">Improved audit ratings and team engagement</p></li></ul><h3 data-end="1757" data-start="1727"><strong data-end="1757" data-start="1731">What We're Looking For</strong></h3><ul data-end="2084" data-start="1758"><li data-start="1758" data-end="1808"><p data-end="1808" data-start="1760">Senior leadership experience in cyber/security</p></li><li data-end="1848" data-start="1809"><p data-start="1811" data-end="1848"><strong data-start="1811" data-end="1832">CISSP, CISM, CISA</strong> or equivalent</p></li><li data-end="1929" data-start="1849"><p data-end="1929" data-start="1851">Strong track record with <strong data-end="1927" data-start="1876">ISO 27001, NIST, PCI DSS, Cyber Essentials Plus</strong></p></li><li data-start="1930" data-end="2023"><p data-start="1932" data-end="2023">Hands-on background across Azure, AWS, hybrid infrastructure, and modern security tooling</p></li><li data-end="2084" data-start="2024"><p data-start="2026" data-end="2084">Strong communicator with excellent stakeholder influence</p></li></ul><h3 data-start="2086" data-end="2109"><strong data-start="2090" data-end="2109">What's on Offer</strong></h3><ul data-start="2110" data-end="2213"><li data-start="2110" data-end="2133"><p data-start="2112" data-end="2133">Up to <strong data-end="2131" data-start="2118">20% bonus</strong></p></li><li data-start="2134" data-end="2167"><p data-start="2136" data-end="2167">Healthcare, pension, holidays</p></li><li data-end="2213" data-start="2168"><p data-end="2213" data-start="2170"><strong data-end="2189" data-start="2170">2-stage process</strong> with quick turnaround</p></li></ul><p data-end="2264" data-start="2215"><strong data-start="2215" data-end="2264">A major role in a major business - apply now!</strong></p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. 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<p><strong>Interim Senior Treasury Manager - 6 months - London (Hybrid) - up to £500 per day (Umbrella - Inside IR35)</strong></p><p>Are you a seasoned treasury professional ready to lead a critical function within a global business environment? Our client is seeking an interim Senior Treasury Manager to oversee and continuously improve its treasury operations, drive process optimisation, and ensure robust risk management across all legal entities and operating units.</p><p><strong>Role Overview:</strong><br /> As Interim Senior Treasury Manager you'll lead the end-to-end treasury function, including cash management, forecasting, policy development, and financial risk mitigation. You'll also spearhead initiatives to streamline processes and strengthen working capital, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver best-in-class treasury support.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee daily cash management; ensure liquidity and optimise cash handling processes.</li><li>Develop, implement, and maintain accurate cash flow forecasting models (including rolling 13-week and annual forecasts).</li><li>Prepare and analyse treasury-related financial reports for leadership and external stakeholders.</li><li>Manage financial transactions and leverage automation to drive efficiency.</li><li>Identify, assess, and mitigate financial risks (currency, credit, commodity).</li><li>Maintain and negotiate relationships with banks and financial institutions.</li><li>Design, enforce, and continuously improve treasury policies, procedures, and internal controls.</li><li>Lead, coach, and develop a team of two direct reports, plus collaborate with managed service provider resources.</li><li>Work with accounting, audit, FP&A, tax, and other teams to ensure compliance, process excellence, and optimal financial planning.</li></ul><p><strong>Experience & Skills Required:</strong></p><ul><li>5+ years' experience in corporate treasury at Manager or Senior Manager level in a global business.</li><li>Recognised treasury qualification (preferred but not required),</li><li>Strong financial modelling and forecasting skills.</li><li>Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software (e.g., D365).</li><li>Deep attention to detail; proven organisational skills with the ability to manage simultaneous priorities and meet deadlines.</li><li>Ability to draft and evolve treasury policies; high awareness of regulatory frameworks.</li><li>Excellent communication and collaboration skills.</li><li>Experience leading a team and driving process improvement initiatives.</li></ul><p><strong>Interim Senior Treasury Manager - 6 months - London (Hybrid) - up to £500 per day (Umbrella - Inside IR35)</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/QW50aG9ueS5DbGFyay4xOTkxNi4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>Robert Half Technology are assisting a Aerospace organisation to recruit an Enterprise Architect on an initial 6 month contract basis. Bedford Based </p><p><strong>Role</strong></p><p style="display: inline !important;"><strong>Strategic Architecture Development</strong></p><ul><li>The Enterprise Architect will define and maintain enterprise architecture frameworks encompassing IT and OT domains.</li><li>Establish and enforce architectural principles, policies, and standards.</li><li>Align architecture with MOD standards i.e. Secure by Design, JSP 453 and Defence Digital policies.</li><li>Lead on documenting current state as-is systems/networks and define to-be architecture requirements</li></ul><p><strong>Technology Integration</strong></p><ul><li>Design architectures that bridge traditional IT systems (networks, cloud, applications) with OT environments (SCADA, ICS, sensors, and control systems).</li><li>Work with multiple functions to translate functional and non-functional requirements for applications/systems/networks into technical solutions</li><li>Ensure secure data exchange between IT and OT systems while maintaining operational integrity.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Governance & Compliance</strong></p><ul><li>Establish architecture principles and standards in line with JSPs, NIST, and ISO/IEC frameworks.</li><li>Lead on writing/developing artefacts such as HLD, LLD, SyOps, System Security Plans, Requirements Traceability Matrices, RACI, etc.</li><li>Ensure compliance with Cyber Essentials Plus, DefStan 05-138, ISNs and relevant defence security regulations.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Stakeholder Engagement</strong></p><ul><li>Communicate and collaborate effectively with stakeholders at all levels, mediate complex discussions, gain support for initiatives and ensure architectural coherence.</li><li>Act as a trusted advisor to senior leadership on technology roadmaps and risk mitigation.</li><li>Guide risk-based, complex architectural decisions and lead architectural governance.</li><li>Design architectures that align with organisational objectives, influence structures, technology, and processes.</li><li>Lead the framing of complex problems, coach others in defining problems, and identify opportunities for solutions.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Innovation & Future Readiness</strong></p><ul><li>Lead on the technical business continuity and disaster recovery planning solutions</li><li>Design and implement secure, immutable backup solutions for IT and OT systems</li><li>Conduct horizon scanning to identify and assess emerging trends and their potential impact.</li><li>Drive digital transformation initiatives across corporate, secure and classified networks.</li></ul><p><strong>Essential Skills and Experience:</strong></p><ul><li>The Enterprise Architect will have proven experience in enterprise architecture within defence, aerospace, or critical national infrastructure.</li><li>Strong knowledge of IT domains i.e Servers, VMWare platforms, storage, networking, cybersecurity, applications) and OT systems i.e. ICS, SCADA, PLCs.</li><li>Familiarity with architectural frameworks and methodologies such as TOGAF and ITIL.</li><li>Understanding of secure-by-design principles and accreditation processes for classified systems.</li><li>Experience of legacy IT transformation.</li><li>Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.</li><li>SC Security clearance or the ability to obtain it.</li></ul><p><strong>Profile</strong></p><ul><li>The Enterprise architect will have a proven experience in enterprise architecture within defence, aerospace, or critical national infrastructure.</li><li>Strong knowledge of IT domains i.e Servers, VMWare platforms, storage, networking, cybersecurity, applications) and OT systems i.e. ICS, SCADA, PLCs.</li><li>Familiarity with architectural frameworks and methodologies such as TOGAF and ITIL.</li><li>Understanding of secure-by-design principles and accreditation processes for classified systems.</li><li>Experience of legacy IT transformation.</li><li>Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.</li><li>SC Security clearance or the ability to obtain it.</li></ul><p><strong>Company</strong></p><ul><li>Market leading Aerospace organisation</li><li>Offices in Bedford </li><li>6 month initial contract </li><li>SC Clearance needed </li></ul><p><strong>Salary & Benefits</strong></p><p>The salary range/rates of pay is dependent upon your experience, qualifications or 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/S2F6aW0uSGFzc2FuLjM0NTcxLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p><strong>IAM SailPoint Programme Director | Robert Half | London (Hybrid)</strong></p><p> </p><p>Robert Half International (an S&P 500 global staffing provider) is supporting a <strong>global consulting firm</strong> in sourcing an <strong>interim associate</strong> to join their team and support an <strong>insurance broker end-client</strong>. The engagement focuses on leading a critical <strong>SailPoint Identity & Access Management (IAM)</strong> programme, with a strong emphasis on <strong>Identity Governance & Administration (IGA)</strong>, driven by regulatory requirements, audit scrutiny, and rapid organisational growth. This is a delivery-led role requiring senior programme leadership rather than advisory or framework-only input.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Assignment Details</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Interim contract,</strong> initial 6-12 months (extension highly likely past 2026)</li><li>Hybrid working model - minimum 2 days per week on-site in the City of London</li><li><strong>Daily rate via PAYE</strong> <strong>c. £750-£800 p/day PLUS 12.07% holiday pay</strong> (employer's NI & tax deducted at source - unlike umbrella companies and no umbrella company admin fees)</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Key Skills & Experience</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Deep experience in Identity Governance & Administration with SailPoint</strong></li><li>Proven experience operating at <strong>Programme Director level</strong> on large-scale IAM or technology-enabled risk programmes</li><li>Strong hands-on delivery experience across <strong>Identity & Access Management</strong>, with clear ownership of end-to-end programmes</li><li>Background delivering change in <strong>regulated environments</strong>, ideally insurance or broader financial services</li><li>Experience addressing audit, regulatory, and control-driven requirements (e.g. SOX-style controls, DORA, operational resilience)</li><li>Ability to stabilise low-maturity environments and drive pragmatic delivery outcomes</li><li>Strong stakeholder management across Cyber Security, Technology Risk, Audit, and senior business leadership</li><li>Comfortable challenging vendors and third parties and taking accountability for programme direction</li><li>Strong governance, reporting, and executive communication skills</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>All candidates will be subject to standard screening, including Right to Work, DBS, credit, fraud/sanctions, and employment verification.</strong></p><p> </p><p>This is a critical role supporting regulatory and control readiness for a complex global insurance organisation. The successful candidate will be expected to step in quickly, take ownership, and deliver tangible outcomes.</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/Tmljb2xhcy5HZW9yZ2lvdS4xOTM5Ny4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>Robert Half is partnering with a high-growth, technology-led business in the East Midlands that is recruiting for a permanent Senior Tax Manager to support a highly acquisitive strategy with a strong focus on M&A.</p><p>This is a senior, permanent Senior Tax Manager role within a fast-paced tech environment where mergers and acquisitions sit at the heart of the growth agenda. The role will suit a commercially minded tax professional who wants to operate close to deal activity, working alongside senior leadership and external advisors as the business continues to scale across the East Midlands and beyond.</p><p><strong>The role</strong></p><p>As Senior Tax Manager, you will take ownership of the tax agenda for a technology business undergoing frequent M&A activity, with exposure across transaction support, structuring and post-acquisition integration.</p><p><strong>Key responsibilities will include:</strong></p><ul><li>Leading tax input into M&A activity, including structuring, due diligence and deal execution</li><li>Managing tax aspects of acquisitions, integrations and group re-organisations</li><li>Overseeing corporate tax compliance and reporting across the group</li><li>Acting as the key point of contact for external tax advisors</li><li>Providing clear, commercial tax advice to senior stakeholders</li><li>Supporting tax risk management and governance in a growing tech business</li><li>Keeping up to date with relevant tax legislation impacting M&A and the technology sector</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Who we are looking for</strong></p><p>We are looking for an experienced Senior Tax Manager with a strong background in M&A-focused tax, ideally gained within a technology, PE-backed or fast-growth environment.</p><p><strong>You are likely to bring:</strong></p><ul><li>ACA, ACCA or CTA qualification</li><li>Ideally industry experience, but exceptional practice candidates will be considered</li><li>Experience working closely with senior stakeholders</li><li>A commercial mindset with the ability to balance risk and growth</li></ul><p><strong>What's on offer</strong></p><p>This permanent Senior Tax Manager role in the East Midlands offers a rare opportunity to join a tech business where tax is central to the M&A strategy.</p><p><strong>You can expect:</strong></p><ul><li>A senior, permanent Senior Tax Manager position with significant M&A exposure</li><li>Direct involvement in acquisitions and integration activity</li><li>Visibility and influence at senior leadership level</li><li>Career progression within a growing East Midlands technology business</li></ul><p>If this Senior Tax Manager role in the East Midlands looks of interest, or if you are an accomplished tax professional with strong M&A experience and would like to get on our radar, please apply now.</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/RGFuaWVsLkdyZWVuZS42MTAyNS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>The Permanent Division of Robert Half is currently recruiting for a Financial Controller on behalf of a Large Financial Services client with offices in Northampton.</p><p>The Role</p><p>As Financial Controller you will support the Finance Director and oversee all finance and payroll activity,. You will help to prepare all internal and external financial reporting as well as providing expert timely and insightful financial analysis, to support the business in maximising profitability and efficiency. Day to day duties will consist of:</p><ul><li>Prepare monthly management accounts and other financial reports including budgets and KPIs.</li><li>Produce high quality monthly consolidated and entity management accounts, ensuring compliance with UK GAAP, to agreed deadlines with supporting operational analysis.</li><li>Undertake analysis as required on company performance, highlighting areas of concern or risk.</li><li>Develop analysis as required to support the development and subsequent measurement of sales strategies.</li><li>Manage forecasts for the annual business plan and report monthly cost actuals against business plans.</li><li>Present reports to senior management to assist with business planning and decision making and goal achievement.</li><li>Oversight of AP and AR</li><li>P+L Reviews</li><li>Payroll Processing</li><li>Team Management</li></ul><p>Your Profile</p><p>You will be a Qualified Accountant ideally from within a Practice environment with prior experience working in a Finance Manager or Financial Controller position and with experience of producing monthly consolidated management accounts for a group of companies. In addition you will have strong reporting and process improvement exposure with knowledge of budgeting, forecasting and performance/risk analysis This is an excellent Senior Opportunity within a fast paced, growing organisation.</p><p>Salary and Benefits</p><p>Role of Financial Controller is working on a 5 days a week basis in the office in Northampton from their impressive offices and is paying £70-80K + 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/RGVhbi5QdWxsZW4uOTE1MzguMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p><strong>Role:</strong></p><p>Our client is looking for immediate, temporary, Management Accountant to assist them for 12 months. You be will be responsible for following duties:</p><ul><li>Preparation of Month end reporting pack and present to the Operational Chief Financial Officer</li><li>Provide detailed commentary and analysis in support of the monthly management reporting packs</li><li>Daily Revenue file to prepare and circulate within the finance team</li><li>Reconciliation of Revenue between multiple sources and platforms</li><li>Preparation of the monthly rolling forecasts for both costs and revenue</li><li>Play a key role in developing budgets, forecast and re forecast</li><li>Provision of ad-hoc financial data and analysis to Management</li><li>Monthly analysis and review of assigned balance sheet accounts</li><li>Preparation of various reports as part of the group reporting requirements</li><li>Preparation of the Monthly Board Reporting pack for presentation</li><li>Provide the Operational Chief Financial Officer with the financial impact of any asset operational issues that may arise</li><li>Collaboration with the commercial team in respect of auction strategy and reflecting updates in the financial reports</li><li>Coordinate with members of other departments to put together the Monthly Business Review Pack</li><li>Quarterly Risk Review meetings, responsible for preparing the report and leading the review during the meeting assisted by the Operational Chief Financial Officer and the risk committee members</li><li>Supporting IT and Process improvements within the financial reporting processes </li><li>Payment's administration in RBS Bankline (and other banking platforms as becomes relevant) in respect of account payable invoices and other payments</li><li>Manage and run the Account receivable Ledger, including resolution of queries, ensuring overdue debts are monitored and chased as required</li><li>Preparation of annual financial statements</li><li>Provide financial information to the wider finance team to support the monthly financial close process</li><li>Review the payment run prepared by the Financial Assistant</li><li>Assist with actual systems and procedures development, including development of effective internal controls in line with established best practice</li><li>Assist the Financial Controller with preparation for the year end audit including production of year end schedules</li></ul><p><strong>Profile:</strong></p><p>The successful, temporary Management Accountant will be qualified (Eg. ACA, ACCA or CIMA) and has experience working within an SME business. You will have experience with revenue recognition and IFRS15. </p><p>You must be immediate or 1 weeks notice to be considered for this role.</p><p><strong>Client:</strong></p><p>Our client are a fast growing energy business based in London. You will have the opportunity to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment. </p><p><strong>Salary & Benefits:</strong></p><p>The temporary Management Accountant role will be paying circa £14-£17 per hour, dependant on experience.</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/TmF0aGFuLk1vd2F0dC4yMzE0NS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>Robert Half are working with a growing design and manufacturing business in North Somerset to recruit an IT Manager on a permanent basis. This is an ideal role for a strong Senior IT Engineer or someone early into their IT Management journey looking to develop their career and take on additional responsibility. <br /><strong><br />Role purpose:</strong><br /><br />A hands-on standalone IT Manager role, responsible for day-to-day IT delivery, system reliability, security, and continuous improvement across the business. You will be the primary technical expert, working closely with senior leadership and operational teams across production, warehouse, print, and office environments. You will own delivery, control suppliers, have authority to standardise systems, be accountable for risk, uptime and security.</p><p><strong>Key responsibilities:<br /><br /></strong><strong>IT Operations</strong><br />* Own day-to-day IT operations across the business.<br />* Ensure systems are secure, resilient, and fit for purpose.<br />* Act as the escalation point for complex technical issues.<br />* Maintain IT policies, documentation, and standards.</p><p><strong>Infrastructure & Systems</strong><br />* Manage on-site and cloud infrastructure (servers, networks, firewalls, backups).<br />* Oversee Microsoft 365, Azure/Entra ID, identity and access controls.<br />* Maintain business continuity, backup, and disaster recovery arrangements.</p><p><strong>Security & Compliance</strong><br />* Manage cybersecurity risks, patching, endpoint protection, and firewalls.<br />* Support compliance with GDPR and recognised security standards.<br />* Promote good security awareness across the business.</p><p><strong>Business Systems & ERP</strong><br />* Support and maintain ERP and core Finance Systems<br />* Ensure ERP systems support warehouse, production, and finance workflows.<br />* Support handheld scanners and warehouse technology.</p><p><strong>Stakeholder & Supplier Management</strong><br />* Work with department managers to understand IT needs.<br />* Manage third-party suppliers and support contracts.<br />* Translate technical issues into clear business impacts.</p><p><strong>Experience / Skills:</strong></p><ul><li>Proven experience in a senior IT role (IT Manager, Senior Engineer, Lead IT).</li><li>Strong documentation and communication skills.</li><li>Strong Microsoft stack knowledge:</li><ul><li>Windows Server, Active Directory, Group Policy.</li><li>Microsoft 365, Azure/Entra ID, MFA, security controls.</li></ul><li>Networking experience (firewalls, switches, VLANs, VPNs).</li><li>Virtualisation (VMware or Hyper-V).</li><li>Backup and disaster recovery solutions.</li><li>ERP support experience (Business Central and/or OrderWise preferred).</li><li>Calm, structured approach to fault-finding and incident response.</li></ul><p><strong>Salary/Logistics:</strong></p><ul><li>£45,000 - £50,000 per annum </li><li>This role is to be based on site in Cheddar, North Somerset - please only apply if you can commit to this. </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/Um9yeS5LaXJrbWFuLjMxOTM4LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>Robert Half have partnered with a private equity backed, industry market leader to recruit a commercially focused Finance Business Partner. This is an exciting opportunity to join a fast-paced, operationally focused business with a strong commitment to sustainability and a reputation for excellence.</p><p><strong>Job Title: </strong>Finance Business Partner<br /> <strong>Location: </strong>Bicester - Hybrid working (1-2 days onsite per week) - (covering sites across the East of England)<br /> <strong>Salary: </strong>Up to £55,000 + generous car allowance + annual bonus</p><p>Hybrid working | Stakeholder engagement | Qualified accountant</p><p><br /> The successful candidate will act as a trusted business partner to operational and engineering teams across multiple sites, delivering insightful financial analysis and driving performance improvement in this relatively easy-to-understand business environment.</p><p> </p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><ul><li>Partner with operational staff and engineering managers to drive business performance through insightful financial analysis and commercial challenge.</li><li>Produce monthly management accounts, KPIs, budgets, forecasts and investment appraisals in line with agreed timetables.</li><li>Monitor KPI performance and deliver detailed cost analysis on key variable costs including maintenance, disposal and consumables.</li><li>Work closely with the management accounting team during month-end processes, with FBPs supporting the broader financial reporting cycle.</li><li>Ensure robust financial controls, purchase order compliance and adherence to accounting standards across your designated sites.</li><li>Identify commercial risks and opportunities, working with senior management to maximise value and mitigate risk.</li><li>Occasional travel to sites across the East of England (limited travel due to work demands, typically 1-2 days per week in the office).</li></ul><p><strong><br /> The Candidate</strong></p><ul><li>Qualified accountant (CIMA / ACCA / ACA preferred initially, though finalists or QBE may be considered for exceptional candidates).</li><li>Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate complex financial data into meaningful business insight.</li><li>Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills - comfortable engaging with operational teams and senior leadership.</li><li>Thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and enjoys getting involved beyond just the numbers.</li><li>Comfortable working autonomously while being part of a wider FBP team (6 in total).</li><li>Previous experience in operational or manufacturing environments is advantageous.</li></ul><p><strong><br /> Culture and Benefits</strong></p><p>This is a business that values its people and offers genuine opportunities for career development. You'll be joining a supportive FBP team within a private equity backed organisation that rewards performance and provides:</p><ul><li>Competitive salary up to £55,000.</li><li>Generous car allowance.</li><li>Annual performance bonus.</li><li>Hybrid working arrangement (1-2 days per week in office, with flexibility).</li><li>Opportunity to work across multiple sites with varied operational challenges.</li><li>Supportive team environment with exposure to both finance and corporate finance functions.</li></ul><p><br /> If you're a qualified (or nearly qualified) accountant who enjoys stakeholder engagement and wants to be part of a business that values commercial insight and operational excellence, 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/Y2hhcmxpZS5odW50ZS45OTUzNy4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>Robert Half Finance & Accounting are currently partnering with our client, a reputable business who champion a top-notch culture & development opportunities, in their recruitment of a Commercial Management Accountant on a permanent contract.</p><p>This is a very 360 degree role (covering management accounts, costing, FP&A and core accounting), so it's perfect for keeping your experience varied and open whilst you progress through your studies. It also means that you're getting exposure to a wide range of financial responsibilities, keeping your avenues and options open upon qualification and beyond.</p><p>The organisation is committed to professional growth, offering structured development, career progression pathways, and support toward external qualifications. This role is ideal for someone who is motivated, proactive, and eager to learn within a fast‑paced environment.</p><p>Study support is offered, as is hybrid working from their Bristol offices & the salary on offer is up to £43,000 + benefits.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Financial Business Partnering:</strong> Act as the primary financial contact for assigned business areas, providing insight, analysis, and decision‑support to management teams</li><li><strong>Forecasting & Reporting:</strong> Contribute to monthly and quarterly forecasting cycles, preparing financial updates, reports, and presentations for senior stakeholders</li><li><strong>Performance Analysis:</strong> Use established financial tools and methodologies to analyse project performance, identify cost variances, and support the development of corrective action plans</li><li><strong>Data & Reporting:</strong> Extract and consolidate financial data for performance reporting, assisting with variance analysis and commentary</li><li><strong>Risk & Opportunity Management:</strong> Work with operational teams to assess financial risks and opportunities, supporting the creation of mitigation plans to improve profitability</li><li><strong>Programme Performance Monitoring:</strong> Report on key financial metrics such as revenue, margins, cash flow, and progress against plan</li><li><strong>Strategic Insight:</strong> Provide analytical support and recommendations to influence business decisions and contribute to the long‑term direction of the finance function</li><li><strong>Project Accounting:</strong> Contribute to end‑to‑end project financial support, covering activities from initial planning and costing through ongoing delivery, monitoring, and final close‑out</li><li><strong>Process Improvement:</strong> Help standardise and refine reporting processes and financial practices across the wider finance team</li><li><strong>Management Information Development:</strong> Support the creation of performance dashboards, KPIs, and other management information for leadership teams</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Ideal for You If You Are…</strong></p><ul><li>Part‑qualified (ACCA/CIMA/ACA) and eager to continue progressing</li><li>An excellent communicator comfortable working with non‑finance stakeholders</li><li>Analytical, curious, and detail‑oriented</li><li>Proactive and able to work under pressure in a dynamic environment</li><li>Looking for a role that offers variety, ownership, and real development opportunities</li><li>Strong Excel skills</li></ul><p> </p><p>For more information, please call Paige on 01179 935 445, to apply, please e-mail </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/cGFpZ2UuYmlya3MuNTI5NjYuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p data-end="494" data-start="111">A fast-growing, technology-driven business in the building services sector is seeking an experienced <strong data-start="231" data-end="273">Finance Transformation/Project Manager</strong> to lead a <strong data-end="335" data-start="284">12-month end-to-end NetSuite ERP implementation</strong>. The role has a strong focus on Finance and related modules and is pivotal in transforming how the business operates, scales, and makes financial decisions.</p><p data-start="496" data-end="516"><strong data-end="514" data-start="496">Role Overview:</strong></p><ul data-start="517" data-end="1152"><li data-start="517" data-end="621"><p data-start="519" data-end="621">Own the full ERP project lifecycle-from planning and design to delivery, adoption, and optimisation.</p></li><li data-end="781" data-start="622"><p data-start="624" data-end="781">Lead Finance, Supply Chain, and CRM module implementation, including system configuration, integrations, data migration, and User Acceptance Testing (UAT).</p></li><li data-start="782" data-end="845"><p data-start="784" data-end="845">Manage project scope, timelines, deliverables, and budgets.</p></li><li data-start="846" data-end="946"><p data-end="946" data-start="848">Serve as the primary liaison between Finance, IT, external consultants, and third-party vendors.</p></li><li data-end="1056" data-start="947"><p data-start="949" data-end="1056">Drive change management, end-user training, and adoption to ensure smooth post-implementation operations.</p></li><li data-end="1152" data-start="1057"><p data-start="1059" data-end="1152">Identify and manage risks, issues, and dependencies while maintaining governance standards.</p></li></ul><p data-end="1173" data-start="1154"><strong data-start="1154" data-end="1171">Requirements:</strong></p><ul data-start="1174" data-end="1539"><li data-end="1290" data-start="1174"><p data-end="1290" data-start="1176">Minimum 5 years' project management experience, including at least two ERP implementations (NetSuite preferred)</p></li><li data-start="1174" data-end="1290">CIMA, ACCA or ACA qualification advantageous as must have end to end finance experience</li><li data-start="1291" data-end="1372"><p data-end="1372" data-start="1293">Strong knowledge of ERP systems, particularly Finance, Supply Chain, and CRM.</p></li><li data-end="1441" data-start="1373"><p data-end="1441" data-start="1375">Experience managing external system integrators and consultants.</p></li><li data-end="1539" data-start="1442"><p data-start="1444" data-end="1539">Excellent planning, risk management, and delivery skills; able to handle multiple priorities.</p></li></ul><p data-start="1541" data-end="1557"><strong data-end="1555" data-start="1541">Desirable:</strong></p><ul data-start="1558" data-end="1695"><li data-end="1604" data-start="1558"><p data-end="1604" data-start="1560">PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent certification.</p></li><li data-end="1695" data-start="1605"><p data-end="1695" data-start="1607">Experience implementing ERP in a marketplace, B2B, or complex operational environment.</p></li></ul><p>This is a 12 month interim role contract offering hybrid working. </p><br> <br><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/Q2F0aGVyaW5lLkhlbnJ5LjUyNjE1LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">