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NOTE: This position must be performed in Washington, DC so relocation to Washington, DC will be required. Recruitment Incentive: Applicants may be eligible for a $75,000 recruitment incentive in accordance with regulatory requirements. Click apply to view full details and eligibility of this recruitment incentive. At their core, those who join the Secret Service are courageous, intelligent, strong and determined. A diverse team capable of balancing our investigative mission and fulfilling our protective legacy. Proven to be worthy of trust and confidence. Be tomorrow's Secret Service. Duties During the course of their careers, Secret Service Police carry out assignments in protection. Duties include: • Providing protection for The White House Complex, The Vice President's Residence, The Main Treasury Building and Annex, and foreign diplomatic missions and embassies in the Washington, D.C. area., • Traveling in support of the Presidential, Vice Presidential, and foreign heads of state/government missions., • Enforcing mandated protective responsibilities as described under Title 18, United States Code, Section 3056A. Requirements • U.S. citizenship is required., • Possess a current valid U.S. driver's license., • Must be at least 21 years old at the time of application and under 40 at referral. Exceptions may apply for those with current or prior service in federal law enforcement positions covered by special retirement provisions. The Secret Service has determined that age is essential to the performance of this position., • Carry and use a firearm. Maintaining firearm proficiency is also mandatory., • Possess uncorrected visual acuity of no worse than 20/100 binocular. Possess corrected visual acuity of 20/20 or better in each eye., • Hearing loss, as measured by an audiometer, must not exceed 25 decibels (A.S.A. or equivalent I.S.O.) in either ear in the 500, 1000, and 2000 Hz ranges. Applicants must be able to hear the whispered voice at 15 feet with each ear without the use of a hearing aid., • Submit to a drug test prior to your appointment and random drug testing while you occupy the position., • Complete 12 weeks of intensive training at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center (FLETC) in Glynco, GA or Artesia, NM and 17 weeks of specialized training at the James J. Rowley Training Center in Laurel, MD., • Certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System or are exempt from having to do so, if you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959.

Join Our Team as a Bid Manager!\n Location: London or Leeds – Hybrid (2-3 days in office) \n Type: Permanent \n At NG Bailey IT Services, we’re on the lookout for a dynamic Bid Manager to spearhead the delivery of top-notch bids and proposals. This is your chance to enhance our bid management capabilities while playing a pivotal role in our growth journey! \n As part of our expanding team, you’ll manage strategic opportunities across both defence and non-defence sectors. Collaborating closely with Sales, Solutions, Commercial, Operational, and Delivery teams, you’ll help secure profitable new business and support our ambitious growth plans. \n If you have a knack for crafting winning proposals, enjoy managing complex bid programs, and thrive in a collaborative environment, we want to hear from you! Your Key Responsibilities\n As our Bid Manager, you will take charge of the entire bid lifecycle, ensuring that submissions are not only compelling but also compliant, commercially robust, and delivered on time. Here’s what you’ll be doing: \n\n • Manage bids, tenders, frameworks, and proposal submissions from qualification to contract award.\n, • Coordinate multi-disciplinary bid teams and drive activities to meet challenging deadlines.\n, • Lead bid kick-off meetings, reviews, and governance approvals.\n, • Develop bid plans, schedules, and submission strategies.\n, • Review tender documentation and support bid/no-bid decision-making.\n, • Collaborate with sales and solution teams to create compelling win themes and customer-focused value propositions.\n, • Coordinate contributions from technical, operational, commercial, finance, and legal experts.\n, • Ensure compliance with customer requirements, framework rules, and internal governance processes.\n, • Maintain bid libraries, lessons learned, and proposal best practices.\n, • Support the transition of successful opportunities into delivery and mobilization teams.\n, • Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance bid quality, efficiency, and win rates.\nWhat We’re Looking For\n\n, • Proven experience managing bids, tenders, or proposals in technology, engineering, construction, managed services, or professional services.\n, • Strong project management and organizational skills.\n, • Excellent written communication and proposal development capabilities.\n, • Ability to coordinate multiple stakeholders and manage competing priorities.\n, • Strong commercial awareness and attention to detail.\n, • Experience with public or private sector procurement processes and framework agreements.\n, • Security Clearance – either previously held or willing to undergo the process.\n, • APMP Practitioner certification or similar bid management qualification.\n, • Experience with government procurement frameworks such as CCS and G-Cloud.\n, • Background in Managed Services, IT Services, Defence, or MOD environments.\n, • Knowledge of contract negotiation and commercial risk assessment.\nWhy Join NG Bailey IT Services?\n This role offers you the chance to make a real impact on our work-winning capability. You’ll collaborate with experienced professionals across various disciplines, helping to secure exciting new opportunities while establishing best practice processes that will support long-term business growth. Benefits\n We’re committed to evolving our benefits to attract and retain top talent. Here’s what you can expect: \n\n • Pension with a leading provider and up to 8% employer contribution.\n, • 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.\n, • Personal Wellbeing and Volunteer Days.\n, • Private Medical Insurance.\n, • Salary sacrifice car scheme (Hybrid/Electric Vehicle).\n, • Free 24/7 Employee Assistance Program for mental health and well-being support.\n, • Flexible benefits including Dental Insurance, Gym Memberships, and more.\n, • Personal development program to support your growth.\nNext Steps\n We’re dedicated to building a culture where everyone is included, treated fairly, and respected. This commitment starts with our recruitment process. \n We’ll provide clear information about the recruitment process in advance. If you need any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please let us know, and we’ll work with you to ensure your needs are met. About Us\n As one of the leading independent engineering and services businesses in the UK, we have a proud history dating back to 1921. With a turnover of £500m and 3000 employees, we invest in training and development to nurture great talent. \n Working across various sectors within the building and infrastructure industry, our innovative and forward-thinking approach allows us to tackle groundbreaking projects using the latest tools and technologies. \n We value progression and ensure that when you join us, you have a clearly defined development path, supported by regular reviews, training, and ongoing support to help you be your best. \n #LI-JO1 \n #LI-hybrid

Join Our Team as a Senior Estimator!\n Location: Remote, with occasional travel to our Leeds or London Head Office \n Contract: Permanent, Full Time \n Salary: Competitive Salary + Private Healthcare + Flexible Benefits About the Role\n Are you ready to take your estimating career to the next level? We’re excited to announce a brand new opportunity for a Senior Estimator in our growing Facilities Services division. With our continued expansion, we need an experienced professional to help us seize new opportunities and drive our success! \n In this pivotal role, you’ll lead the commercial and technical pricing for complex, high-value maintenance and FM projects. Reporting to the Head of Estimating, you’ll collaborate closely with operational, commercial, and bid teams to craft competitive and deliverable solutions. This position is primarily remote, with occasional travel to our Leeds or London offices. \n We pride ourselves on our collaborative culture. You’ll be part of a close-knit estimating team where knowledge is shared, support is abundant, and victories are celebrated together. If you’re looking to grow with a dynamic business, we want to hear from you! Your Key Responsibilities\n\n • Lead the end-to-end estimating process for large, complex FM tenders and frameworks.\n, • Develop accurate, compliant, and commercially robust first-principles cost models.\n, • Analyze tender documentation, asset data, and service requirements to shape competitive solutions.\n, • Evaluate risks and opportunities, integrating them into pricing and submission strategies.\n, • Collaborate with Solutions Directors and the Proposals team to drive win themes and differentiators.\n, • Present pricing strategies and outputs at internal governance reviews and senior stakeholder meetings.\n, • Ensure a smooth handover to delivery teams post-award.\nWhat We’re Looking For\n We seek an established estimating professional with a proven track record in Hard FM, who is comfortable leading strategic bids and shaping winning strategies. You should have: \n\n • Strong experience with SFG20 maintenance standards and asset-based pricing methodologies.\n, • Experience with CCS, Government, or other public sector framework tendering.\n, • A history of winning large, complex FM tenders and frameworks.\n, • Excellent attention to detail, with strong Excel and data analysis skills.\n, • Strong commercial acumen and the confidence to influence stakeholders at all levels.\nWhy Join Us?\n We’re committed to evolving our benefits to attract and retain top talent. Here’s what you can expect: \n\n • 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays with an option to Buy/Sell additional days.\n, • Pension with a leading provider and up to 8% employer contribution.\n, • Personal Wellbeing and Volunteer Days.\n, • Private Medical Insurance.\n, • Life Assurance.\n, • Salary sacrifice car scheme (Hybrid/Electric Vehicle).\n, • Free 24/7 Employee Assistance Program for mental health and well-being support.\n, • Flexible benefits including Dental Insurance, Gym Membership, and more.\nNext Steps\n We’re on a journey to build a culture where everyone is included, treated fairly, and respected. This commitment starts with our recruitment process. \n We’ll provide clear information about the recruitment process and are happy to accommodate any needs you may have during the application or interview stages. About Us\n As one of the leading independent engineering and services businesses in the UK, we have a proud history dating back to 1921. With a turnover of £500m and 3000 employees, we invest in our people through training and development. \n Working across various sectors in the building and infrastructure industry, our innovative and forward-thinking approach allows us to tackle groundbreaking projects using the latest tools and technologies. \n We value progression and ensure that when you join us, you have a clearly defined development path supported by regular reviews, training, and ongoing support to help you reach your full potential.

What you'll do \n You'll visit people in their homes to carry out vital research interviews on important topics like health, housing and transport. Using a tablet or laptop, you'll guide conversations that capture real experiences of daily life in Britain. \n This is not a desk job. You'll be out in your community, knocking on doors. People receive a letter beforehand, but they're not always expecting you. Some won't answer. Others will say no. That's completely normal and part of the role. \n But when someone says yes and shares their story? You'll know you've helped create change that improves people's lives. \n What you'll earn \n £20-£30 per interview (typically), plus: • Admin fees and holiday pay (12.1%) • Travel time at £4.68/hour (most projects) for travel to the area you are working in • Mileage at 36p per mile (up to 10,000 miles) • £250 bonus after your launch, then £250 more at two months and four months \n Average hourly rate: £15.12 (including holiday pay), with experienced interviewers earning more. \n What you'll need \n Essential: \n • Valid UK driving licence and sole use of a car \n • Class 1 Business insurance \n • Right to work in the UK \n • Willingness to complete a DBS check \n • Reliable home broadband \n • Laptop or tablet with camera \n • Comfortable using basic technology \n • At least 18 hours available per week \n • Flexibility for weekdays, evenings and weekends \n • Strong verbal and written English \n \n Personal qualities: \n • Good at talking to people \n • Friendly and professional \n • Resilient and confident \n • Self-motivated and independent \n • Having good time management and prioritising skills \n \n Who this suits \n This role is ideal if you've worked in retail, hospitality, admin, driving, sales or any customer-facing role. You don't need research experience. We're looking for reliable people who enjoy helping others and want flexible, part-time hours that fit around other commitments. \n \n Our process is quick and straightforward: \n · Apply online \n · Short online assessment (via Decision Agent - do it anytime, anywhere) \n · Final interview (includes a short role play) \n · Offer \n · Background checks (via Zinc) \n · Start work \n Need adjustments during the process? Contact: \n About Us \n We’re NatCen, the UK’s largest independent social research organisation. Our work is trusted by government, universities, and charities, and helps improve lives across the country. \n Skills, knowledge & expertise \n Job benefits \n About Sandbox

\n Shift Maintenance Electrician \n\n\n My client is currently recruiting for a electrical shift engineer for a prestigious site based near Westminster. You will have your city and guilds AM2 or NVQ level 3 or equivalent in electrician, a proven track record in commercial maintenance and be able to pass a security check. \n\n\n Sector: Government Maintenance \n\n\n Duties will include all ppm and reactive maintenance on lig... \n\n \n ZIPC1_UKTJ

Executive Assistant / PA to CEO — Katonix\n Katonix is a rapidly growing defence and technology company working on sensitive projects across the UK and internationally. \n We are looking for a highly discreet, capable and exceptionally organised Executive Assistant / PA to the CEO to provide direct support to the founder and senior leadership. \n This is a role for someone who understands that confidentiality is non-negotiable. You will have exposure to commercially sensitive information, strategic discussions, clients, investors and potentially sensitive defence-related matters. Absolute discretion, integrity and the ability to keep information strictly confidential are essential. \n Key responsibilities include: \n\n • Managing the CEO's diary, meetings and travel\n, • Coordinating meetings with senior executives, government and international contacts\n, • Preparing documents, notes, briefings and correspondence\n, • Managing confidential information and communications\n, • Following up on actions and ensuring priorities are delivered\n, • Helping the CEO stay organised across multiple fast-moving projects\n, • Acting as a trusted gatekeeper and professional representative of the CEO\n\n We are looking for someone who is: \n\n • Exceptionally discreet and trustworthy\n, • Highly organised and detail-oriented\n, • Calm under pressure and comfortable in a fast-paced environment\n, • Professional and confident communicating with senior people\n, • Proactive rather than someone who needs constant direction\n, • Comfortable handling highly confidential information\n, • Able to exercise excellent judgement about what should and should not be shared\n\n Previous PA/EA experience is preferred, particularly supporting a founder, CEO, senior executive, government official, professional services or high-growth technology company. \n This is not simply an administrative role. The successful candidate will become a trusted member of the CEO's immediate team and will be expected to operate with a very high level of discretion and professionalism.

Company description: \n Khne + Nagel (AG & Co.) KG \n Job description: ? \n Challenge your talent and come onboard to live an extraordinary experience. Are you ready to ignite the future of logistics together? This position is for a National role, you can be based all over the UK willing to reach one of our officies.The Customs Compliance Manager (Government & Defence) is a strategic compliance leader respon... \n \n \n \n \n ZIPC1_UKTJ

\n Join Ofwats Company Engagement Team as a Company Engagement Principal\n\n\n \n\n\n This is a fixed-term appointment until 31 December 2027. We will also consider loans and secondments for this period of time.\n\n\n \n\n\n Office Location: London (E14 4HD) or Birmingham (B5 4UA) with hybrid working\n\n\n \n\n\n About Us\n\n\n \n\n\n We are Ofwat, the Water Services Regulation Authority, a non-ministerial government department responsible for regulatin...\n\n\n \n\n\n \n\n\n \n\n\n \n\n\n \n\n\n \n\n\n \n\n\n \n\n\n \n\n\n \n\n\n \n\n\n \n\n\n \n\n\n \n\n\n \n\n \n ZIPC1_UKTJ

0.5 FTE at Kingston College 1x 18 hours a week over 52 weeks a year - £24,596 - £26,897 per annum0.5 FTE at Carshalton/Merton Colleges 1x 18 hours a week over 52 weeks a year - £24,596 - £26,897 per annumOR1 FTE Based across Kingston, Carshalton and Merton Colleges 1x 36 hours a week over 52 weeks a year - £49,192 - £53,795 per annumThe Teaching and Development Coordinator (TDC) is a strategic role focused on embedding high-quality Teaching, Learning and Assessment (TLA) practices across the organisation. Working collaboratively with curriculum, quality and leadership teams, you will play a key role in supporting and evaluating the organisations TLA strategy to drive continuous improvement in teaching practice and learner outcomes.You will provide coaching, mentoring and professional development support to teaching staff, while contributing to the planning, delivery and evaluation of CPD and other staff development activities. The role also supports self-assessment, quality improvement planning and inspection readiness, helping to implement and monitor actions that enhance teaching, learning and assessment across the organisation.As our Coach, you will have a proven track record of delivering outstanding teaching, learning and assessment (feedback via observations). You will be experienced in creating engaging, innovative learning experiences through the effective use of digital tools and educational technology. You will have significant experience supporting High Needs and SEND learners, with a strong understanding of Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) and strategies to meet a wide range of individual learning needs. A sound knowledge of safeguarding, PREVENT and the promotion of British Values is essential.An effective communicator, you will be confident in building positive relationships with staff at all levels, providing coaching and mentoring support to both new and established colleagues. With a strong understanding of stretch and challenge and their impact on learner progress, you will be able to identify, model and share best practice across the Group, as well as design and deliver high-quality staff development (CPD) activities.This is a cross-group role and will require travelling across the South Thames Colleges Group.Closing date for the return of completed applications is 4th September 2026.Interviews will be held on Wednesday 16th September 2026 at Kingston College.The benefits package includes generous annual leave of 27 days plus up to 8 additional days over Christmas/New Year as well as an additional 5 days Wellbeing leave to enhance employees physical and mental health. There is an excellent pension scheme that receives a significant financial contribution from the employer (Teachers Pensions or Local Government Pension Scheme), subsidised sports facilities and professional development and training plus a salary sacrifice cycle to work scheme . The benefits package will be pro-rated for part time staff.As part of our due diligence checks on prospective employees, successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, an online search and proof of eligibility to work in the UK.As outlined in the Public Sector Equality Duty of the Equality Act 2010, we are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.The South Thames Colleges Group is made up of Carshalton College, Kingston College, Merton College and South Thames College, which merged on 1 August 2017. South Thames Colleges Group is one of Londons largest providers of post-16 education and training and is an ongoing and significant contributor to its local communities. We aim to put students success at the heart of everything we do.We are looking for hard-working and collaborative people who can join our team and help challenge our students to achieve and progress.TPBN1_UKTJ

SBA are currently supporting our Central Government client who are seeking a Professional Events Lead (G7) on an initial 6 month contract. \n Location: London OR Manchester ( 2 day p/w) \n Skills and experience required: \n\n • experience of devising and implementing conferences and events, covering audience development, speaker management, invitations, delegate engagement, logistics and post-event evaluation.\n, • exp...\n\n \n ZIPC1_UKTJ

Company Description\n Ingeus is a leading human services provider helping people, business and communities thrive through employment, skills and health & wellbeing services. We are a trusted partner to government and industry delivering services that create positive social impact and transform lives. Job Description\n What you'll be doing: \n\n • Carry out clinical coaching with both new and existing staff follo...\n\n \n ZIPC1_UKTJ

Company Description\n Ingeus is a leading human services provider helping people, business and communities thrive through employment, skills and health & wellbeing services. We are a trusted partner to government and industry delivering services that create positive social impact and transform lives. Job Description\n Empowering clinicians. Transforming services. Making a real impact. \n At Ingeus, our purpo... \n \n \n ZIPC1_UKTJ

\n Shift Leader (Elec bias)\n\n\n \n\n\n My client is currently recruiting for a shift leader for a government contract in London. You will have you city and guilds,/NVQ level 3 in Electrical or AM2 as well as 18thedition, pass DV clearance, and previous experience within commercial maintenance.\n\n\n \n\n\n Sector: Government\n\n\n \n\n\n Duties will include looking after a shift team, as well as a day engineers, making sure all KPI's and P...\n\n\n \n\n\n \n\n\n \n\n \n ZIPC1_UKTJ

Company Description\n Ingeus is a leading human services provider helping people, business and communities thrive through employment, skills and health & wellbeing services. We are a trusted partner to government and industry delivering services that create positive social impact and transform lives. Job Description\n Employment Specialist \n Salary: £31,000 per annum Location: Covering Croydon (With regular ... \n \n \n ZIPC1_UKTJ

Company Description\n Ingeus is a leading human services provider helping people, business and communities thrive through employment, skills and health & wellbeing services. We are a trusted partner to government and industry delivering services that create positive social impact and transform lives. Job Description\n Starting salary - £46,813Salary at 12 months - £47,813+ potential to earn an additional... \n \n \n ZIPC1_UKTJ

Company Description\n Ingeus is a leading human services provider helping people, business and communities thrive through employment, skills and health & wellbeing services. We are a trusted partner to government and industry delivering services that create positive social impact and transform lives. Job Description\n What you'll be doing: \n\n • Developing a close relationship with the SDM to promote joint work...\n\n \n ZIPC1_UKTJ

Corporate Collections OfficerLocation: Civic Centre, High Street, Uxbridge, Middlesex, UB8 1UWPay: £23.41 p/h UmbrellaFinance – Exchequer ServicesWe're looking for an experienced and motivated Corporate Collections Officer to join our Finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a background in debt recovery, billing and customer service who enjoys solving problems, working collaboratively, and delivering excellent outcomes for both customers and the organisation.As a Corporate Collections Officer, you will play a vital role in maximising the collection and recovery of corporate income while providing a professional, efficient and customer-focused service. You'll work with a wide range of internal departments, external organisations and customers, ensuring that debts are managed fairly, consistently and in line with legislation and Council policies.About the RoleYou will be responsible for managing the end-to-end collection and recovery process for corporate debt, ensuring invoices are issued accurately and payments are collected promptly. You'll investigate and resolve account discrepancies, negotiate repayment arrangements, maintain accurate financial records, and determine appropriate recovery action where debts remain unpaid.Working within a busy finance environment, you'll balance competing priorities, meet deadlines and provide excellent customer service, particularly when dealing with sensitive or complex cases.Key Responsibilities Manage the billing, invoicing and recovery of corporate debts. Investigate outstanding accounts and determine appropriate recovery action. Liaise with Legal Services, enforcement agents, the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP), recovery agents and third parties to resolve outstanding debts. Process credit notes, refunds, write-offs, standing orders and direct debit collections in accordance with relevant regulations. Carry out account reconciliations and investigate discrepancies, ensuring all income is accurately allocated. Prepare and monitor BACS collections and associated reports. Generate reminders, final demands and recovery correspondence. Negotiate realistic repayment arrangements while considering customers' individual circumstances. Maintain accurate customer records and financial information using corporate financial systems. Produce management information and reports on debt recovery performance. Respond professionally to customer enquiries by telephone, email, letter and face-to-face in line with customer service standards. Support colleagues by sharing knowledge and assisting with training where required. Contribute to continuous improvement of collection processes and systems.About YouWe're looking for someone who can clearly demonstrate experience in the following areas: Invoicing, billing and debt collection processes. Account reconciliations, including investigating and resolving discrepancies. Working with vulnerable customers and managing sensitive situations with empathy and professionalism. A sound understanding of data protection legislation and the importance of maintaining confidentiality when handling customer information.You'll also have: Experience working within a financial or income recovery environment. Practical experience of debt recovery and credit control. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage a varied workload and meet deadlines. Excellent attention to detail and numerical accuracy. Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office and financial management systems. The ability to analyse information, make informed decisions and work independently. A customer-focused approach with excellent negotiation and problem-solving skills.QualificationsEssential GCSE (or equivalent) Grade C/Level 4 or above in Maths, English and one other subject. Ability to learn and apply relevant legislation and Council procedures. Confident user of Microsoft Office and other business systems.Desirable A Level, NVQ Level 3, BTEC or equivalent qualification (or relevant experience). Knowledge of debt recovery legislation and best practice. Experience within local government or a large public sector organisation. Knowledge of the Care Act 2014 or Adult Social Care debt recovery. Experience preparing County Court cases.What We're Looking ForSuccessful candidates will be able to provide clear examples of achievements in: Recovering outstanding debt while maintaining excellent customer relationships. Resolving complex account queries and reconciliations. Managing challenging conversations with professionalism and empathy. Improving processes or identifying efficiencies within financial services. Working effectively under pressure while maintaining accuracy and meeting targets.

Your new companyAs one of the UK's largest Housing Associations, you'll be joining an organisation with a strong social purpose and a commitment to delivering high-quality services to the communities it supports.Your New RoleThis is a new role added to strengthen the team from a tax perspective, Responsibilities include: \n\n • Lead on tax, ensuring preparation of tax returns including VAT, CIS, Corporation Tax, Gift Aid and Employment Taxes.\n, • Identify and implement tax planning opportunities.\n, • Manage relationships with internal and external advisors and tax authorities, as required.\n, • Support the Group with ad-hoc tax and technical accounting queries.\n, • Lead on all Tax consultations.\n\n What You'll Need to Succeed \n\n • Full CCAB or CIMA qualification (or equivalent) or full tax qualification. Essential.\n, • Experience with core tax areas such as VAT (specifically partial exemption), CIS or Corporation Tax and the ability to interpret legislative changes.\n, • Experience working in house or practice with large complex organisations.\n\n Desirable: \n\n • Prior exposure to operating in a public or not-for-profit environment such as housing, local or central government, or wider public services.\n\n What You'll Get in Return \n\n • You'll join a supportive and purpose-driven organisation where your work genuinely contributes to meaningful outcomes across the community.\n, • Hybrid working - 3 days per week in the office\n, • Flexible working options\n, • Generous annual leave and matched pension scheme\n, • Salary up to £87,000What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV (in Word please). We will call you if you are shortlisted. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.\n\n Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

A leading specialist law firm is seeking an International Protection & Arbitration Paralegal to join its busy London office. \n This is an excellent opportunity for a Paralegal with experience in immigration, international protection, arbitration or human rights to join a highly respected team. Working alongside experienced solicitors, you will support a varied caseload while developing your expertise in complex international and public law matters. The International Protection & Arbitration Paralegal's Role\n The successful International Protection & Arbitration Paralegal will provide legal and administrative support across a broad range of international protection and arbitration matters. \n Responsibilities will include: \n\n • Drafting legal correspondence, witness statements and court documents\n, • Preparing Home Office, Tribunal and Court applications\n, • Managing electronic and paper case files\n, • Liaising with clients, counsel, courts and government bodies\n, • Attending client meetings, conferences and hearings, taking detailed attendance notes\n, • Preparing bundles and supporting documentation\n, • Monitoring deadlines and maintaining accurate case management records\n, • Assisting with legal research and case preparation\n, • Supporting AML, compliance and client onboarding procedures\n, • Contributing to business development through networking and legal articles\nThe International Protection & Arbitration Paralegal\n\n, • At least 6 months' paralegal experience within immigration, litigation, arbitration or human rights\n, • Law degree, GDL, LPC or SQE qualification\n, • Strong drafting and legal research skills\n, • Excellent written and spoken English\n, • Outstanding organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities\n, • Strong client care and interpersonal skills\n, • Proactive, adaptable and able to work both independently and as part of a team\n, • Experience of Home Office procedures, international arbitration or human rights work would be advantageous\nIn Return?\n\n, • £26,000 - £30,000 salary\n, • Exposure to high-quality international protection and arbitration work\n, • Excellent training and career development\n, • Supportive and collaborative working environment\n, • Direct client contact and early responsibility\n, • Long-term progression within a specialist London law firm\n

Principal Mechanical Engineer - Low Carbon Location: Remote with occasional visits to the office project meetings Team: Energy Transition Shape the future of low-carbon energy. We're looking for a Principal Mechanical Engineer to join our client's growing Energy Transition Team and play a leading role in delivering the next generation of low- and zero-carbon energy projects. If you thrive on solving complex engineering challenges and want to influence the UK's transition to cleaner energy, this is a role where your impact will be felt for decades.About the Role As a senior member of a multidisciplinary engineering group, you will lead the development of mechanical designs across a diverse portfolio of energy projects - from early-stage concept work through to construction, operation and eventual decommissioning. The work spans: \n\n • Conventional power generation\n, • Energy-from-waste facilities\n, • Industrial energy systems\n, • Carbon capture, utilisation and storage (CCUS)\n, • Future fuels and first-of-a-kind low-carbon technologies\n\n You'll collaborate with private developers, utilities, government bodies, lenders, EPC contractors and OEMs to deliver safe, efficient and innovative engineering solutions.What You'll Be Doing \n\n • Developing cost-effective, practical mechanical engineering solutions to complex problems\n, • Working across all project stages: Feasibility, Concept, FEED, Value Engineering and Detailed Design\n, • Producing mechanical deliverables including calculations, equipment specifications and datasheets for turbines, compressors, pumps, pressure vessels and heat exchangers\n, • Collaborating with process engineers on PFDs and P&IDs\n, • Supporting plant layout development and 3D model reviews\n, • Working with equipment vendors and evaluating technical proposals\n, • Providing engineering advice on plant integrity issues for operational assets\n, • Contributing to mechanical discipline bids and wider multi-disciplinary proposals\n\n What We're Looking For \n\n • Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline\n, • Chartered Engineer (or working towards IEng/CEng) with a relevant professional institute\n, • Post-graduate experience in Power Generation or Oil & Gas\n, • Strong knowledge of industry codes and standards for plant equipment and piping design\n, • Experience in pressure vessel and piping design, including stress analysis\n, • Familiarity with plant 3D modelling, working alongside designers and pipe stress engineers\n, • Proficiency in MS Excel for schedules/datasheets and MathCAD for engineering calculations\n, • Experience with operational thermal plant, troubleshooting and integrity assessments\n, • Knowledge of gas turbine systems; reciprocating engine experience is an advantage\n, • Experience with OEMs, EPC contractors or similar organisations; O&M experience highly desirable\n\n You'll be part of a team at the forefront of the energy transition, working on projects that push the boundaries of engineering innovation. We offer flexible working locations, opportunities for professional growth, and the chance to influence major low-carbon infrastructure across the UK and beyond.

About Westminster \n Westminster is home to some of the most diverse, vibrant and internationally recognised communities in the UK. As a council, we are committed to delivering excellent services, driving innovation, and ensuring value for money for our residents, businesses and visitors. \n Our Finance team plays a vital role in supporting services across the organisation, providing expert financial insight, challenging assumptions, and helping shape decisions that improve outcomes for residents. This role sits at the heart of one of the Council's key strategic priorities: delivering effective and sustainable SEND services. \n The Opportunity \n We are seeking a motivated and commercially minded Finance Business Partner to support one of our most important transformation programmes, SEND Reforms. \n SEND reforms are government-led changes to England's Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) system aimed at providing earlier, more consistent and more inclusive support for children and young people, whilst improving outcomes and making the system more sustainable. \n This role offers a unique opportunity to work at the interface between Finance and SEND Operations, providing financial insight, improving data quality and supporting better decision-making across services. Reporting to a Finance Manager, you will play a key role in supporting operational colleagues, strengthening financial governance and helping deliver the objectives of the SEND reform agenda. \n \n Key Responsibilities \n Work successfully across multiple projects and priorities, ensuring high-quality outputs are delivered accurately and on time. \n Deliver timely and accurate financial information to support monthly closedown processes, balance sheet reconciliations and statutory reporting requirements. \n Partner with SEND service managers and budget holders to provide financial and commercial advice on service plans, initiatives and projects. \n Support the SEND Operations Team by improving financial understanding, reporting and governance arrangements. \n Cleanse, reconcile and validate data across Eclipse, Power BI and financial systems to ensure consistency and accuracy of reporting. \n \n Support benchmarking, cross-authority collaboration and continuous improvement initiatives. \n Assist in financial modelling, analysis and business case development. \n Build effective working relationships across Finance, Children's Services and wider Council teams. \n What We Expect This Role to Achieve \n Strategy Implementation \n Support delivery of the Council's strategic priorities by implementing continuous service improvement initiatives and providing financial insight that helps the organisation respond to future challenges. \n \n \n Support for SEND Reforms \n Act as a key link between Finance and SEND Operations, ensuring robust financial oversight and reporting arrangements are in place to support the delivery of SEND reforms. \n Improve the quality, consistency and reliability of operational and financial data, enabling better strategic planning, commissioning and decision-making. \n Service Improvement \n Deliver specialist financial advice and support, maintaining and improving systems, processes and procedures to maximise efficiency, effectiveness and value. \n Resources and Financial Management \n Support strong budgetary control and financial planning processes, helping services prioritise resources effectively and achieve value for money. \n Identify opportunities to improve commercial performance and contribute to outcome-based commissioning approaches where appropriate. \n Partners and Stakeholders \n Build productive relationships with colleagues, partners and stakeholders, influencing and supporting improvements in service delivery and financial management. \n Business Change \n Support the development and implementation of transformation and change programmes by providing high-quality financial information, analysis and challenge. \n Compliance \n Ensure financial activities comply with relevant legislation, Council policies, financial regulations and governance requirements. \n Equality and Diversity \n Promote equality, diversity and inclusion in all aspects of work and contribute to the Council's commitment to building inclusive services and workplaces. \n About You \n You will be a proactive finance professional with strong analytical skills and a genuine interest in improving services for children and young people with SEND. \n You will enjoy working collaboratively across teams, translating financial information into meaningful insights and driving improvements through better processes and data. \n You will have: \n Experience supporting a significant organisational function within a large and complex organisation. \n Experience contributing to budget setting, monitoring and forecasting. \n Experience undertaking financial analysis, modelling and reporting. \n Strong relationship-building skills and the ability to work effectively with operational and financial stakeholders. \n Excellent written and verbal communication skills. \n Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities. \n A commitment to continuous improvement and delivering value for money. \n A commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion. \n Essential Requirements \n Understanding of financial planning, budget setting, forecasting and year-end processes. \n Knowledge of financial and commercial management principles and performance measures. \n Understanding of data analysis and reporting, with the ability to identify and resolve inconsistencies. \n Awareness of the challenges facing local government and public services. \n Effective stakeholder management and communication skills. \n Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. \n Ability to work collaboratively across multiple teams and disciplines. \n Qualifications \n You will hold: \n AAT qualification (essential) or equivalent relevant finance knowledge and experience. \n Degree qualification or equivalent relevant experience. \n Part-qualified CCAB/CIMA (or overseas equivalent), or be actively studying towards a recognised professional accountancy qualification.

Senior Child Care Lawyer \n Temporary Ongoing | Hybrid WorkingAn excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Child Care Lawyer to join a well-established local authority legal team, providing specialist legal advice on complex children's social care matters and helping to shape strategic decision-making across the organisation. \n The Role \n You will provide expert legal advice and representation across the full spectrum of children's social care law, supporting senior officers, elected members and service departments on complex and sensitive matters. \n You will be responsible for a substantial caseload of care proceedings and other public law matters, whilst also contributing to the leadership and management of the legal service. \n Key responsibilities include: \n\n • Advising on all aspects of children's social care law, including child protection, care proceedings, adoption and related public law matters.\n, • Managing a complex caseload of high-risk and sensitive matters from instruction through to conclusion.\n, • Conducting advocacy and attending court hearings where appropriate.\n, • Advising senior leaders, committees and decision-makers on legal and governance issues.\n, • Supervising and mentoring lawyers, legal assistants and support staff within the Child Care team.\n, • Supporting the operational management of Legal Services and deputising for senior legal leadership when required.\n, • Delivering training and legal updates to internal stakeholders.\n, • Contributing to policy development, service improvement initiatives and strategic projects.\n, • Instructing and managing external counsel as required.\n\n About You \n\n • A qualified Solicitor, Barrister or FCILEX.\n, • Experienced in children's social care law and local government practice.\n, • Confident handling complex care proceedings and associated litigation.\n, • Comfortable advising senior stakeholders on legal risk and governance matters.\n, • An effective advocate with excellent case management skills.\n, • Experienced in supervising, mentoring or managing legal staff.\n, • Able to build strong relationships with clients and colleagues across the organisation.\n, • Committed to delivering practical, solution-focused legal advice.\n\n Essential Experience \n\n • Significant experience advising on children's social care law.\n, • Extensive experience conducting complex and high-risk child care cases.\n, • To be familiar with using Iken Cloud as a Case Management system\n, • Willingness and ability to undertake own advocacy on family matters \n, • Experience advising senior management, members, boards or committees.\n, • Experience contributing to policy development and organisational decision-making.\n, • Experience supervising or managing legal professionals.\n\n What's on Offer \n\n • Challenging and rewarding public sector legal work.\n, • Exposure to complex and high-profile cases.\n, • Leadership and people management responsibilities.\n, • Hybrid and flexible working arrangements.\n, • Ongoing professional development opportunities.\n, • A collaborative and supportive legal team environment.\n, • The opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of children, young people and families.\n\n If you are an experienced Child Care Lawyer looking to take the next step into a senior position with strategic influence and leadership responsibility, we would welcome your application.

About the Role Risk and Insurance Manager \n Tower Hamlets is seeking an experienced and motivated Insurance Manager to lead the delivery of a high-quality, customer-focused insurance and claims service across the Council. \n Reporting to the Head of Internal Audit, you will be responsible for managing the Council's insurance arrangements, overseeing claims handling activities, and ensuring that effective insurance protection is in place to support the delivery of services and safeguard public assets. \n You will lead a specialist team of insurance and claims professionals, working closely with brokers, insurers, legal representatives, senior managers, and external partners to ensure the Council receives a responsive, cost-effective, and professional insurance service. \n This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced insurance professional who combines strong technical expertise with effective leadership skills and a commitment to continuous improvement. Key Responsibilities Risk and Insurance Manager Strategic Insurance Management Risk and Insurance Manager \n\n • Lead and develop the Council's insurance service, ensuring the provision of comprehensive and cost-effective insurance arrangements.\n, • Review and recommend improvements to insurance policies, procedures, and service delivery practices.\n, • Ensure insurance arrangements remain compliant with relevant legislation, regulations, professional standards, and best practice.\n, • Manage the procurement, appointment, and ongoing performance of insurance brokers, insurers, and other specialist providers.\n, • Maintain expert knowledge of developments within the insurance market and local government insurance sector.\nClaims Management Risk and Insurance Manager \n\n, • Oversee the effective management of all insurance claims, including employer's liability, public liability, property damage, motor, and other insured risks.\n, • Ensure claims are investigated and managed efficiently, fairly, and in accordance with policy and legal requirements.\n, • Manage relationships with claimants, solicitors, insurers, brokers, and loss adjusters.\n, • Monitor claims performance, identify trends, and implement actions to improve outcomes and reduce costs.\nFinancial Management Risk and Insurance Manager \n\n, • Manage the Council's Insurance Fund and associated budgets.\n, • Monitor insurance expenditure and ensure effective financial control and forecasting.\n, • Calculate and administer insurance recharges across Council services.\n, • Coordinate annual actuarial and independent reviews of insurance provisions and reserves.\n, • Ensure value for money is achieved across all insurance activities.\nLeadership and Team Management Risk and Insurance Manager \n\n, • Lead, motivate, and develop a team of insurance and claims professionals.\n, • Ensure team objectives, performance standards, and service targets are achieved.\n, • Support professional development through coaching, mentoring, and training.\n, • Foster a positive, inclusive, and high-performing team culture.\nStakeholder Management Risk and Insurance Manager \n\n, • Act as the Council's subject matter expert on insurance matters.\n, • Provide professional advice and guidance to senior managers, Members, schools, housing services, and other stakeholders.\n, • Prepare reports and present recommendations to senior leadership teams, committees, and governance forums.\n, • Represent the Council at professional networks, industry groups, and partnership meetings.\nOperational Management\n\n, • Ensure insurance and claims management systems are maintained accurately and used effectively.\n, • Develop and maintain operational procedures that support efficient service delivery.\n, • Ensure appropriate insurance cover is maintained for Council assets, liabilities, leaseholders, tenants, schools, and education establishments.\n, • Maintain fidelity guarantee and other specialist insurance arrangements as required.\nAbout You\n We are looking for a highly skilled insurance professional who can demonstrate: Essential Qualifications\n\n • Advanced Diploma in Insurance (ACII) or equivalent professional insurance qualification.\n, • Membership of a recognised insurance professional body or a commitment to achieving professional accreditation.\nEssential Experience\n\n, • Significant experience in insurance management within a large and complex organisation, ideally within the public sector.\n, • Experience of managing insurance programmes and insurance funds.\n, • Extensive claims management experience, including liability and property-related claims.\n, • Experience of managing relationships with brokers, insurers, solicitors, and external service providers.\n, • Experience of leading and developing professional teams.\n, • Experience of budget management and financial oversight.\n, • Experience of preparing reports and presenting to senior stakeholders and governance boards.\nEssential Skills Risk and Insurance Manager \n\n, • Strong technical knowledge of insurance principles, policy coverage, and claims handling.\n, • Excellent negotiation and relationship management skills.\n, • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.\n, • Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills.\n, • Ability to influence and advise senior stakeholders confidently and professionally.\n, • Proficiency in insurance management systems and Microsoft Office applications.\n\n

As a Financial Accountant in the public sector, you'll manage financial records, ensure compliance with regulations, and support the preparation of financial reports. This temporary role is key to helping the organisation maintain accurate and transparent financial operations. \n Client Details \n This role is with a local authority, based in London. \n Description \n\n • To maintain the integrity of the underpinning chart of accounts, balances and transactions to facilitate all aspects of statutory and management reporting.\n, • Support the preparation of financial statements and reports for internal and external use.\n, • To lead on Collection Fund, Revenue Accounting, Chart of Accounts, Balance Sheet Management, VAT and ensure the efficient and timely completion of all completion of related Returns (statutory or otherwise).\n, • To complete statutory and non-government returns such as the NNDR1-3, CTR1, Revenue Outturn Returns and Whole Government Accounts.\n, • Provide financial analysis and advice to support decision-making.\n, • Assist with audits and liaise with auditors as required.\n\n Profile \n A successful Financial Accountant should have: \n\n • A professional accounting qualification or equivalent experience in accounting and finance.\n, • Strong understanding of financial accounting and local government regulations.\n, • Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel.\n, • Excellent attention to detail and analytical skills.\n, • Ability to work independently and manage deadlines effectively.\n, • Strong communication skills to liaise with stakeholders at all levels.\n\n Job Offer \n\n • Daily rate of £500 to £550\n\n If you're interested in this role, apply now.

This is a rare opportunity to take ownership of cyber security architecture at national scale, sitting at the heart of a programme with real national significance. Backed by substantial government investment, our client is developing a world-first resilient infrastructure capability designed to protect the critical services that modern society depends on, including telecommunications, banking, transport and emergency response. As Principal Security Architect, you will serve as Security Pillar Lead across a portfolio of complex programmes, shaping strategy, leading assurance, and ensuring that the technology underpinning essential national services is built to remain secure and robust under any conditions. \n Key Responsibilities: \n\n • Lead the cyber security architecture and design function across a portfolio of the programmes, including the technical design of systems and services at an organisational and inter-organisational level, delivering at national scale.\n, • Oversee the design, delivery and running of cyber operational capability, developing an enterprise architecture aligned with guiding principles and organisational risk appetite.\n, • Research, identify, validate and adopt new security technology, architecture and methodology.\n, • Lead engagement with customers across UK Government and the private sector on security risk and decision-making.\n, • Communicate current and emerging threats, whilst designing security architecture to mitigate against them.\n\n We are looking for a senior cyber security professional who combines deep technical architecture expertise with the confidence to operate at executive and government stakeholder level. You will bring a track record in enterprise security design, risk management and assurance across complex, multi-domain environments, and you are comfortable translating emerging threat landscapes into practical, proportionate security decisions. \n Skills, Experience and Qualifications: \n\n • Referenceable, in-depth knowledge and experience in cyber security and IT, including business process design and cross-security domain approaches.\n, • Understanding of IT networking and virtualisation technologies.\n, • Ability to define architecture roadmaps and associated strategies, including assessment of IT systems, cloud offerings and security controls to provide an independent view of their compliance, effectiveness and alignment with business objectives and risk mitigation.\n\n Here is an example of some of the Cyber Security Certifications expected for this role: \n\n • Certified Information Security Systems Professional (CISSP)\n, • SABSA Chartered Security Architect (SCF)\n, • Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)\n\n Security Clearance: \n This role requires SC clearance as a minimum with no restrictions, or the ability to obtain it. \n Roles like this rarely come to market. The combination of technical complexity, national importance and genuine scope to shape security architecture from the ground up makes this an exceptional opportunity for the right person. If you are ready to move beyond incremental work and make a national difference please get in touch. \n \n We do not retain any personal information without your permission. Please refer to our data protection policy on our official website for more information. \n

Interim Service Accountant – Adult Social Care - Circa £350 inside \n London Borough Council | Hybrid working | Contract role \n A London Borough Council is seeking an experienced Interim Service Accountant to support its Adult Social Care finance service. \n This is a key finance role, working closely with Adult Social Care service heads, operational managers and senior stakeholders to provide clear financial advice, robust budget monitoring and accurate reporting across one of the council’s most complex and high-profile service areas. \n The successful candidate will support budget setting, forecasting, financial modelling, closedown and statutory reporting, while helping the service understand cost pressures, demand trends, care package costs and savings opportunities. \n Key responsibilities will include: \n\n • Providing financial advice and business partnering support to Adult Social Care budget holders and senior managers.\n, • Leading on budget monitoring, forecasting and monthly financial reporting.\n, • Supporting annual budget setting and identifying key pressures, risks and opportunities.\n, • Producing financial modelling around demand, demographics, care package costs and medium-term financial planning.\n, • Supporting year-end closedown in line with local authority and CIPFA requirements.\n, • Managing reconciliations, variance analysis and financial controls.\n, • Supporting grant monitoring and reporting, including government funding streams such as the Better Care Fund.\n, • Working with operational teams on savings proposals, efficiency plans and transformation activity.\n, • Preparing reports and financial information for senior leadership, governance boards and committees.\n\n The ideal candidate will have: \n\n • Strong local government finance experience.\n, • Direct Adult Social Care finance experience, or closely related social care / people directorate exposure.\n, • Good budget monitoring, forecasting, modelling and closedown experience.\n, • Strong business partnering skills, with the ability to explain financial information clearly to non-finance stakeholders.\n, • A good understanding of local authority funding, statutory reporting and financial governance.\n, • Advanced Excel and financial systems capability.\n, • CCAB / CIPFA / CIMA / ACCA qualification, final-stage study, or equivalent relevant experience.\n\n This role would suit a proactive local government finance professional who can provide financial grip, challenge and insight across a busy Adult Social Care service. The council is looking for someone who can quickly build relationships, understand service pressures and support effective decision-making.

Job Title: Legal Assistant: Adult Social CareGrade: £16.71 (rate dependent on experience)Location: HybridContract: Temporary ongoing (initial assignment to January 2027, with a view to extend)Working Hours: 36 hours per weekJob OverviewHB Public Law, a shared service between a number of North West London boroughs and home countries local authorities, is recruiting a proactive and detail-oriented Legal Assistant. This is a key career-graded role designed to support HB Public Law by carrying out legal work and developing, implementing, and supporting cutting-edge practice management processes.This role ill be in the Adults Social Care Team, supporting a team of lawyers dealing with Adult Social Care matters, including Court of Protection applications and hearings and advice in respect of the Care Act 2014 and Mental Capacity Act. Legal assistants will have their own case load of matters to work under supervision.The successful candidate will play a central role in conducting a significant caseload across several legal specialisms. This position offers improved career opportunities and the chance to move between teams to cover a wider range of legal specialisms.Key Responsibilities\n\n • Caseload Management: Advise on and have conduct of legal files for civil and criminal litigation, children's and adults social care, and education matters. Maintain a significant caseload in compliance with Lexcel requirements.\n, • Legal Support & Research: Provide advice, undertake research, and support lawyers. Provide clear and accurate advice to clients in person, on the telephone, and in writing.\n, • Representation & Advocacy: Represent clients in court, tribunals, panels, and external meetings. Undertake advocacy.\n, • Governance & Panels: Clerk Education Exclusion Panel meetings. Provide advice to members, officers, and project teams proactively.\n, • Systems & Compliance: Provide administrative and systems assistance as a super user of an electronic case management system. Ensure compliance with office procedures and Lexcel & IIP standards.\nRequirementsKnowledge\n\n, • General knowledge of English law, practice, and procedure in civil and criminal litigation and children's and adults social care and education work.\n, • General knowledge and understanding of public law principles as they apply to local government.\nExperience\n\n, • Experience of working in a legal environment; contributing positively in a team; providing written and oral legal advice and guidance to officers/clients; conducting a caseload with minimum supervision covering at least one of the following areas: civil and criminal litigation and children's and adults social care and education work.\nEducation/Qualifications\n\n, • Educated to degree standard, with a qualification in law (e.g., law degree, CPE, LPC) or be studying for/obtained a recognised legal qualification, or substantial experience working in a legal environment in lieu of qualification.\n, • Evidence of continuing professional development.\nSkills & Abilities\n\n, • Must be able to manage and prioritise workload; understand and meet Lexcel standards; demonstrate excellent client care skills; conduct legal research; use fully Microsoft products & a case management system; draft legal documents, correspondence, and pleadings; and present a confident and professional demeanour.\nAbout UsHB Public Law sits within the Legal and Governance Services Department of Harrow Council. The shared legal practice provides clients with a greater range and depth of legal expertise, reduced cost, and greater resilience.Harrow Council is the 12th largest London borough and one of the most culturally diverse local authorities in the UK. Located just 10 miles from the city centre and 13 minutes from Euston via Harrow & Wealdstone station, it offers excellent transport links and accessibility to the M1, M25, and A406.For almost 60 years, Pertemps Recruitment Partnership have been the market leader in providing permanent and temporary staffing solutions and we are one of the most established players within the recruitment industry. The Sunday Times has listed us as one of the Best 100 Companies to work for 14 years running. We are not a big scary faceless company, quite the opposite: we strongly believe in the personal touch with everything we do. We are proud to be accredited 'investor in people' which is reflected across our business in length of service and career progression of our employees.London Borough of Harrow is the 12th largest London borough and one of the most culturally diverse local authorities in the UK, making it a great place to live, work and visit. Located 10 miles from the city centre and just 13 minutes to Euston from Harrow & Wealdstone station there are great transport links via the Metropolitan Line, Watford DC Line and national rail service. It is easily accessible to the M1, M25 and A406.The personal information we have collected from you will be shared with Cifas who will use it to prevent fraud, other unlawful or dishonest conduct, malpractice, and other seriously improper conduct. If any of these are detected you could be refused certain services or employment. Your personal information will also be used to verify your identity. 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My London based Local Authority is looking to recruit a Strategic Lead for Revenues and Benefits for a period of 12 months. This is a senior leadership role with a strong focus on the Collection Fund, policy development and service transformation. The successful candidate will act as the Council's lead expert on Revenues and Benefits legislation, advising senior leadership and driving performance, compliance and financial stability across a large and complex service. You will also lead service improvement activity and undertake a comprehensive review of the Collections and Welfare operating model to determine the most effective long-term structure, governance arrangements and resource requirements for the service. As Strategic Lead for Revenues and Benefits you will also be responsible for leading service improvement and developing a transformation plan focused on performance management, service efficiency, systems optimisation, customer complaints handling, innovation and operational resilience. To be considered for the role you will need to be an experienced head of service with a strong background in leading revenues and benefits teams in a large and complex local government setting. The role will initially be offered on a 12 month fixed term basis, and will require 2 to 3 days office presence each week. The salary range is circa £95,000 to £105,000.

We are currently looking for a Bms Service Engineer. You will be working in the Greater London area. A van + fuel card will be provided \n \n Hours of work will be between the hours of Monday to Friday. \n Occasional weekend/evening working will be required \n Temp - Perm contract \n Pay rate - £34.71ph umbrella \n Job Purpose \n The role of Service Engineer will include carrying out a number of tasks on contracted customer sites, including PFI Schools, PFI Hospitals, Government Estates and MOD sites. Your day to day will include: \n \n\n • Install, configure, and commission BMS components and equipment, including sensors, controllers, actuators, and software systems.\n, • Carry out maintenance checks on Trend, Tridium and Distech BMS’s on our various sites.\n, • Reactive call out rota will be worked (additional financial benefit included for being on call and attending)\n, • Provide technical assistance and support to clients regarding their BMS systems.\n, • Identify opportunities for improvement/remedial works to improve the performance of the BMS’s for our clients.\n, • Prepare proposals and quoting of works as required.\n\n \n Recruitment is done in line with safe recruitment practices. 4Recruitment Services is an equal opportunities employer. \n \n To discuss this vacancy, please apply to the job with your updated CV

We are recruiting for a Software Engineer Consultant on behalf of one of the UK's fastest-growing technology consultancies, ranked in the Financial Times FT1000 Europe's Fastest-Growing Companies list in both 2025 and 2026. \n Our client works where technology meets national importance. As a trusted partner to UK government agencies across cyber security, national security and telecoms, they deliver data-driven solutions to some of the most complex and consequential challenges in the public sector. \n Joining as a Software Engineer Consultant, you will have real ownership of technical delivery, working side by side with clients to architect and build software that has tangible, lasting impact. \n Key Responsibilities \n\n • Collaborating with clients to understand their software engineering needs and objectives.\n, • Designing, developing, testing, and implementing high-quality software solutions using industry best practices and coding standards.\n, • Utilising your expertise in various programming languages, frameworks, and technologies to architect robust and scalable systems.\n, • Developing secure, clean, efficient, and well documented code, ensuring quality through testing, debugging, and reviews.\n, • Staying up to date with the latest trends, tools, and technologies in software engineering and sharing your knowledge with the team.\n, • Collaborating with project managers to ensure successful project delivery within the defined timelines and budget.\n, • Supporting client engagements, including pitches and presentations.\n\n Key Requirements \n\n • Bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or related field.\n, • Professional experience as a software engineer, preferably in a consultancy or industry setting.\n, • Experience with multiple programming languages, including Python, Java, C++, Rust, or Go.\n, • Experience with associated software development frameworks and tools such as pytest and OpenAPI.\n, • Experience working in Unix / Linux environments.\n, • Knowledge of database systems and proficiency in database query languages / tools.\n, • Familiarity with software development methodologies such as Agile or Scrum, in particular iterative approaches to software development in conjunction with the client.\n, • Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure or Google Cloud.\n, • Familiarity with DevOps practices and principles, such as CI / CD pipelines, containerisation (e.g. Docker) and associated orchestration.\n\n This is a genuinely exciting opportunity to join a dynamic, values-driven consultancy at a pivotal point in its growth, where your voice matters, your work has real national impact, and your development is actively invested in. \n Due to the nature of the clients and projects supported by this role, all candidates must be British nationals and eligible to obtain UK Security Clearance (SC). Candidates holding dual nationality or multiple passports are unfortunately unable to be considered for this position. \n We do not retain any personal information without your permission. Please refer to our data protection policy on our official website for more information.

Company Secretary – London \n I am currently working with a boutique corporate services firm based in central London. \n This role will offer hybrid-working (3 days in office; 2 days from home) and responsibilities will include: \n Responsibilities: \n\n • Incorporation, dissolutions, strike off, liquidation, restoration and maintenance of UK companies\n, • Preparation and filing of all statutory forms, (e.g. confirmation statements, appointment and resignation of officers, Confirmation Statements (and filing fee)\n, • Maintaining statutory books, including Register of Members, Officers, Directors Interests, Minutes and Debentures, drafting minutes for a wide range of matters\n, • Change of registered office and accounting reference date documentation,\n, • Transfer and allotment of shares including all paperwork and share certificates\n, • Liaising with Companies House and other government bodies ensuring compliance with jurisdiction relevant regulations \n, • Opening of bank accounts and banking related matters\n, • Ensure timesheets are always accurate and up to date, in accordance to company deadlines \n\n Key skills: \n\n • Prior Company Secretarial experience (ideally from professional services)\n\n Please apply online with your updated CV via the link or contact Mark Chambers at G2 Legal. \n #INDGEMS

Interim Senior Accountant - Children Services Local Government \n\n • 6 month contract\n, • £500-£550 per day, depending on experience\n, • 2-3 days a week on site - London\n\n About the clientMorgan Law is seeking an Interim Senior Accountant - Children Services for a local authority in London.Accountabilities \n\n • Preparation of the annual budget for the service area, including the development of complex staffing budgets following service reorganisation.\n, • Preparation of monthly budget monitoring reports, including detailed variance analysis, identification of cost pressures, and provision of clear financial commentary.\n, • Responding to external audit queries and providing additional financial information and supporting documentation as required.\n, • Providing high-level financial advice, guidance, and support to the Service Director and Senior Managers.\n, • Maintaining and updating the corporate grants register and financial training manual, as well as delivering financial training and guidance to Budget Managers.\n\n Candidate Requirements \n\n • CCAB or CIMA qualified accountant, with relevant post-qualification experience in finance and accounting\n, • High level of attention to detail with strong analytical and problem-solving skills\n, • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with a range of stakeholders\n, • Demonstrable experience in Childrens Social Care within a local authority environment\n, • Strong strategic Finance Business Partnering experience gained within a local authority setting\n, • Available to start immediately\n

Role: Public Law Solicitor - London \n A Legal500, Leading law firm looking to recruit dedicated and experienced Public Law Solicitors for highly sought permanent position. \n Gemini Recruitment are currently partnering with a large and established law firm. Our client serves corporate entities and private individuals in over 25 practice areas from offices throughout London and across England and Wales. Our client’s accomplishments are acknowledged and recommended in The Legal 500 and Chambers and Partners, as a top tier firm. \n Our client holds the Investors in People Gold Accreditation Quality Standard Mark and is LEXCEL, Cyber Essentials Plus and ISO accredited and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority. \n Public Law Department Background \n Our client’s Public Law department has experience in all aspects of civil liberties and judicial review against the HMRC, local authority, NHS, planning Judicial Review including obtaining emergency orders and other interim relief to prevent breaches of human rights. Their department regularly follow up judicial reviews with actions for damages in both the County and High Courts and successfully pursue matters to the Court of Appeal and the Supreme Court. \n The quality of the department is repeatedly demonstrated by its high success rates, with award winning cases, many of which are recorded in the reported case journals, raising new and important issues, and creating legal precedents for the future. \n The Public Law Department is recognised as a leader in its field by Chambers and Partners and Legal 500 for its depth of experience in immigration and civil liberties challenges. As a well-established firm, our client is well known to the Legal Aid Agency (LAA), the Courts, and the Government Legal Department (GLD). \n Our client also collaborates with other firms on funding and case management issues, and has a close working relationship with a number of barristers’ chambers with relevant expertise in public law. \n Our client carries out both publicly and privately funded work. \n Main Duties and Responsibilities \n\n • Report directly to Department Director\n, • Responsible for all aspects of Public Law work including providing technical expertise and guidance to other team members\n, • Ability to manage and supervise Solicitors, Trainee Solicitors and Caseworkers to manage appropriate caseload types and complexities\n, • Assisting with delivery of appropriate training and development in the department\n, • Variety of duties including dealing with a range of Public Law work including: Unlawful detention; False imprisonment; Abuse by detention staff and removal escorts; Conditions in detention; Age assessments; Asylum support; Challenging non-appealable decisions; Challenging removal notices; NHS & Local Authority challenges; Policies, practices and decisions made by the Immigration and Asylum Tribunals (First-tier Tribunal / Upper Tribunal) ; Bail decisions\n, • The work may also include challenging non-immigration issues such as data protection, housing etc…\n, • Preparing and managing funding applications to the Legal Aid Agency\n, • Drafting essential legal documents, including witness statements and processing evidence\n, • Preparing formal applications, including application forms, indexes of documents, and letters of representation\n, • Attending client conferences and court hearings\n, • You will have a professional pro-active approach, strong client care skills and be interested in Business Development and Marketing to supplement the substantial work volumes brought in by the company\n\n Key Skills Required \n\n • Must have a clean, valid Practicing Certificate at the time of applying\n, • Law Society Immigration Accreditation Level 2 & Supervisor NOT necessary but desirable\n, • Strong management skills\n, • Committed team player with ability to approach team concerns fairly, foster culture of positive change and encourage cross referrals\n, • Previous proven Solicitor experience and working to key performance indicators\n, • Professional with a pro-active approach; excellent client care skills and ability to deal with client matters in a sensitive manner to deal with vulnerable clients and resolve complicated practicalities involved in Public Law issues\n, • Excellent networking and communication skills with the ability to successfully market the Company and generate new business\n, • Working knowledge of the Legal Aid Guidance for Public Law matters and have the ability to service privately funded cases\n, • Have extensive experience in dealing with all Public Law related work\n, • Experience in own advocacy is an advantage\n, • Excellent IT Skills -familiar with Microsoft Office applications and document management skills\n\n This list is not exhaustive and there may be other duties as reasonably required. \n On offer is an attractive salary package, a supportive team environment and real prospects for promotion. The Company will allow hybrid-working in accordance with the company policy. \n About Gemini Recruitment: \n Gemini Recruitment is a leading recruitment agency specialising in legal recruitment. We provide a highly focused service specialising in placements for Solicitors, Legal Executives, Trainee Solicitors, Paralegals and Legal Support Staff. We have intimate knowledge of specific opportunities in the legal market across the UK. \n By applying to this vacancy you give Gemini Recruitment Services Limited permission to submit your CV to the hiring company and you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found on our website.

Natural History Museum \n Financial Controller \n Salary: £65,000 \n Contract: Permanent, Full-time (36 hours per week) \n Hybrid working: 3 days per week in the office, South Kensington \n \n The Natural History Museum is one of the world's most iconic visitor attractions and a globally respected scientific research centre. Home to over 80 million objects and welcoming more than five million visitors annually, we are uniquely placed to inspire people to care about the natural world and tackle some of the most pressing challenges facing our planet. \n As we continue to deliver our ambitious strategic priorities, we are seeking an experienced and forward-thinking Financial Controller to play a pivotal leadership role within our Finance team. \n This is an outstanding opportunity for a qualified finance professional to lead core financial operations, reporting and systems functions while helping shape the Museum's financial strategy and supporting transformational change across the organisation. \n \n About the Role \n Reporting to the Head of Finance, the Financial Controller will lead three teams, totalling 12 members of staff, across Financial Accounts, Financial Operations and Finance Systems. \n You will be responsible for ensuring the integrity, compliance and effectiveness of the Museum's financial reporting processes, maintaining strong financial controls and delivering excellent finance services across the organisation. \n \n Key Responsibilities \n As a key member of the Finance leadership team, you will: \n\n • Lead and develop the Financial Accounts, Financial Operations and Finance Systems teams, ensuring a high-performing, customer-focused finance function.\n, • Take overall responsibility for the production of statutory accounts, Whole of Government Accounts (WGA) returns and the successful delivery of the annual external audit process.\n, • Ensure compliance with accounting standards, Charity SORP, FReM, VAT and HMRC requirements, maintaining robust financial controls and governance across the Museum.\n, • Lead treasury management, cashflow forecasting and stewardship of Museum funds, whilst managing relationships with auditors, government bodies and other external stakeholders.\n, • Act as a senior finance leader and deputy to the Head of Finance, providing expert financial advice to senior stakeholders and supporting major projects and strategic initiatives.\n, • Drive continuous improvement across finance systems, reporting, policies and processes, ensuring efficient, compliant and effective financial operations.\n, • Work in partnership with business leads responsible for income generation, providing strategic advice and aligning teams to work with agility to respond to organisational need\n\n \n About You \n We are looking for an experienced and commercially minded finance leader who combines strong technical expertise with excellent stakeholder management and people leadership skills. \n You will bring: \n\n • A recognised accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) with significant, demonstrable post-qualification experience\n, • Proven experience leading and developing finance teams within a complex organisation\n, • Strong technical accounting knowledge, including statutory reporting, financial controls and governance\n, • Experience of preparing and presenting financial information to senior leadership and Board-level audiences\n, • Knowledge of charity accounting, SORP, VAT and HMRC requirements\n, • Experience overseeing finance systems and driving process improvement initiatives\n, • Advanced Excel skills and strong analytical capabilities\n, • Excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate complex financial concepts for non-finance stakeholders\n, • A proactive, solutions-focused approach and ability to manage competing priorities effectively\n\n \n Why Join the Natural History Museum? \n\n • 27.5 days annual leave plus public holidays\n, • Defined contribution pension scheme with up to 10% employer contribution\n, • Flexible and hybrid working arrangements\n, • Enhanced family-friendly policies\n, • Life insurance\n, • Employee assistance and wellbeing support programmes\n, • Free admission to our exhibitions and many other paid exhibitions at museums, galleries and institutions across London and the UK.\n\n \n Apply Now \n The Natural History Museum is partnering exclusively with Allen Lane and Iain Slinn on the recruitment of this exciting opportunity. For a confidential discussion and further information, please contact Iain directly.

Senior Management Accountant \n Uxbridge High School | Permanent | Full Time | £49,054 – £53,171 per annum \n Goodman Masson are delighted to be supporting Uxbridge High School with the appointment of a Senior Management Accountant. \n We are looking for a technically strong, fully qualified accountant to join the Finance Team at this exciting and ambitious school, playing a key role in strengthening financial management and supporting effective decision-making across the organisation. \n About Uxbridge High School \n Uxbridge High School is a highly successful, oversubscribed co-educational academy for students aged 11–18, with more than 1,300 students, including 220 students in the sixth form. \n The school has a strong local reputation and is proud of its diverse and ambitious student body, dedicated staff and commitment to providing a gold standard education. \n The Finance Team plays a vital role in supporting the school's strategic priorities, ensuring strong financial management, accountability and value for money. \n About the role \n As Senior Management Accountant, you will report to the Director of Finance & Operations and take ownership of a broad range of management accounting and financial management responsibilities. \n You will lead on the preparation of management accounts, budget monitoring, forecasting, reconciliations, cashflow reporting, payroll review and financial controls. \n A key part of the role will be providing clear financial insight and commentary to the Director of Finance & Operations, senior leaders, trustees and budget holders, helping ensure financial information translates into effective organisational decision-making. \n You will also have supervisory responsibilities, providing technical guidance to colleagues, reviewing finance work and helping to ensure the team consistently delivers accurate work to agreed deadlines. \n Key responsibilities \n Your responsibilities will include: \n\n • Leading on monthly management accounts, forecasts and budget monitoring\n, • Providing insightful variance analysis and financial commentary\n, • Supporting senior leaders and budget holders with financial advice\n, • Leading month-end and year-end processes\n, • Maintaining and reviewing key balance sheet and control account reconciliations\n, • Managing cashflow reporting and wider financial planning\n, • Reviewing and reconciling monthly payroll\n, • Supporting internal and external audit processes\n, • Supporting the five-year budget plan and integrated financial planning\n\n About you \n We are seeking a fully qualified accountant with a recognised professional qualification such as ACCA, CIPFA, CIMA, ICAEW, ICAS or equivalent. \n You will have a strong management accounting background and experience across areas such as management accounts, forecasting, budget monitoring, reconciliations, month-end and year-end processes. \n We are particularly keen to speak with candidates who have experience of: \n\n • Producing management accounts and financial reports\n, • Budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis\n, • Financial controls and reconciliations\n, • Audit preparation and supporting audit queries\n, • Improving financial systems and processes\n, • Working accurately to tight deadlines\n, • Advanced Excel and financial data analysis\n\n Experience within a school, academy trust, charity, public sector or similarly regulated environment would be advantageous. Knowledge of academy finance requirements, ESFA returns and school MIS platforms would also be desirable. \n You will be a confident communicator who can explain financial information to non-finance stakeholders, challenge appropriately and build strong relationships across an organisation. \n What's on offer? \n Alongside a salary of £49,054 – £53,171 per annum, inclusive of Outer London weighting, the successful candidate will receive: \n\n • 34 days' annual leave, rising to 37 days after 10 years' continuous service\n, • Local Government Pension Scheme\n, • Early finish on Fridays\n, • Private healthcare and wellbeing support\n, • Staff wellbeing initiatives\n\n Application deadline is Wednesday 26 August. CVs will be reviewed on a rolling basis, please apply ASAP to ensure you are considered.

Government Employment Lawyer \n Locum Contract - Full Time 12 months+ \n Rate - £32.85 PAYE + holidays or £45 Umbrella per hour \n Annual equivalent of £63,200 \n Central London, Hybrid-Working \n An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Employment Lawyer to join a Central Government Organisation. My client is looking for a passionate individual who has extensive knowledge of Employment Law, with previous employment litigation experience applicable in a large scope of circumstances. \n Key Responsibilities: \n\n • Providing advice in relation to Employment Law\n, • Conducting settlement negotiations with opposing representatives\n, • Employment based litigation and proceedings in courts, appeals and tribunals\n, • Interviewing witnesses and recording witness statements\n\n Required Skills and Experience \n\n • A qualified solicitor or barrister\n, • Extensive knowledge of Employment Law and Litigation\n, • Excellent communication skills to deal with clients and parties from a variety of backgrounds\n, • Experience of a busy litigation caseload, with considerable autonomy\n, • A good drafting and written ability\n\n Benefits of working for the employer \n\n • Annual equivalent of £61,200\n\n\n, • Hybrid working\n, • Flexible working arrangements\n, • Access to unique work within a Central Government Organisation\n, • Central London Location\n, • Long contracts with opportunities to extend\n, • Client will wait up to 3 months notice period\n\n \n This is a fantastic and unique opportunity for an Employment Lawyer to join a well-established Central Government Organisation, which prides itself in providing high-quality, pristine service to its clients. If you have a keen interest to learn more about this role and have relevant skills or experience for this Employment Lawyer role, please apply now, and contact Mark Bladen at Sellick Partnership. \n Mark is a consultant based in Sellick Partnership's Manchester Office, as part of the Central Government legal recruitment team. \n Sellick Partnership is proud to be an inclusive and accessible recruitment business and we support applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances. Please note, our advertisements use years' experience, hourly rates, and salary levels purely as a guide and we assess applications based on the experience and skills evidenced on the CV. For information on how your personal details may be used by Sellick Partnership, please review our data processing notice on our website.

Role: DV Cleared Business Analyst \n Location: Leicester Square,London - 3 days/week on-site \n Salary: £65,000 - £90,000 + benefits \n \n Business Analyst needed to join our client, an established defence engineering firm with secure premises in London. \n \n As a Business Analyst, you'll play a key role in shaping and delivering impactful solutions within agile software delivery teams. Working closely with Product Owners, delivery teams and stakeholders, you will turn complex challenges into clear, actionable insights that drive meaningful change. \n \n Due to project constraints we can only consider applicants who hold a current active DV security clearance. \n \n What the role of the DV Cleared Business Analyst entails: \n Some of the main duties of the DV Cleared Business Analyst will include: \n\n • Acting as the bridge between stakeholders and delivery teams to ensure solutions meet business and user needs\n, • Eliciting, analysing and documenting business and technical requirements in agile delivery environments\n, • Supporting Product Owners to prioritise and maintain well-defined backlogs aligned to project goals\n, • Facilitating workshops, discussions and stakeholder engagement to clarify complex problems and drive decisions\n, • Applying systems thinking to understand wider organisational impacts and improve processes, services and technology\n, • Evaluating delivered solutions to ensure they meet desired outcomes and recommending enhancements where required\n\n \n What experience you need to be the successful DV Cleared Business Analyst: \n\n • Knowledge or experience within Defence, Security, Government or highly regulated environments\n, • Experience working within agile software delivery teams, including writing and managing user stories or tickets\n, • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to work in complex, ambiguous environments\n, • Ability to engage, influence and communicate effectively with a wide range of stakeholders\n, • Experience using tools such as Jira, Confluence or GitLab\n, • A proactive, organised approach with strong attention to detail\n\n \n This really is a fantastic opportunity for a DV Cleared Business Analyst to progress their career. If you are interested please apply as soon as possible as this position will be filled quickly so don't miss out! \n Services advertised by Gold Group are those of an Agency and/or an Employment Business.We will contact you within the next 14 days if you are selected for interview. For a copy of our privacy policy please visit our website.

This South London Authority are looking for a Scrutiny Officer. Details of the role are: \n We are seeking an experienced Scrutiny Officer/Democratic Services Officer to support the Council's Scrutiny function. \n The successful candidate will have recent local government experience and be confident working in a political environment, supporting Members, Chairs and senior officers. \n To be responsible to the Corporate Governance Manager for: \n\n • Providing specific support to any scrutiny panel as required.\n, • Supporting the Overview and Scrutiny function in holding the Executive and partners to account including undertaking reviews and in depth work.\n\n Main Duties: \n 1) To provide professional advice to politicians, council officers and the public on all scrutiny issues. \n 2) To support the Corporate Governance Manager in the training of council officers in scrutiny matters. \n 3) Prepare and present repots as required to scrutiny panels, Overview & Scrutiny Committee or other bodies as necessary. To be responsible for assuring the quality of reports written by other chief officers, returning them where necessary with advice on how to improve them. \n 4) Give high level scrutiny advice and support to lead Members, the Chair of Overview and Scrutiny, Scrutiny Chairs, the Leader and chief officers. \n 5) To attend meetings in the Council buildings and at outside locations both during the day and in the evenings as necessary. To provide cover for any scrutiny meetings as required. \n \n For more information or details of other roles, please contact Jade at Social Care Locums or visit our website to upload your CV.

Senior Child Care Lawyer \n Location: Greater London | Hybrid WorkingPermanent | Full Time \n We are seeking a talented and motivated Senior Child Care Lawyer to provide expert legal advice across a wide range of children's social care matters, lead on complex cases, and support the management and development of a dedicated Child Care team. \n The Role \n As a Senior Child Care Lawyer, you will be a trusted legal adviser to senior officers, elected members and Children's Services, delivering high-quality legal support on matters including: \n\n • Child protection proceedings\n, • Public law children cases\n, • Adoption matters\n, • Children Act 1989 issues\n, • Care proceedings and related litigation\n, • Judicial reviews and complex public law matters\n, • Corporate parenting and safeguarding responsibilities\n\n Key Responsibilities \n\n • Provide specialist legal advice on all aspects of children's social care law.\n, • Conduct complex litigation and advocacy in court proceedings.\n, • Manage a demanding caseload of high-risk and high-profile matters.\n, • Advise senior officers, committees and elected members.\n, • Supervise and develop lawyers and legal assistants within the team.\n, • Assist in the operational management of the legal service.\n, • Draft and review reports, policies and strategic legal guidance.\n, • Support organisational decision-making while ensuring legal compliance.\n, • Deliver training and legal updates to internal stakeholders.\n, • Build effective relationships with external partners, counsel and stakeholders.\n\n To be successful, you will be: \n\n • A qualified Solicitor, Barrister or Chartered Legal Executive (FCILEX).\n, • An experienced child care lawyer with significant knowledge of children's social care law and practice.\n, • Confident handling complex care proceedings from inception through to final hearing.\n, • Skilled at providing pragmatic, solution-focused legal advice.\n, • Experienced in advocacy and court attendance across family law proceedings.\n, • Comfortable advising senior stakeholders and presenting complex legal issues clearly.\n, • An effective people manager or supervisor with the ability to develop and support others.\n, • Organised, resilient and capable of managing a varied and demanding workload.\n\n Essential Experience \n\n • Extensive experience of children's social care law within local government or a similar public sector environment.\n, • Experience conducting complex, high-risk child care cases.\n, • Experience advising senior leaders, boards, committees or elected members.\n, • Experience contributing to policy development and strategic decision-making.\n, • Experience supervising or mentoring legal staff.\n\n What's on Offer \n\n • Opportunity to undertake challenging and meaningful legal work that directly impacts the lives of children and families.\n, • Exposure to complex and high-profile cases.\n, • Leadership and management responsibilities.\n, • Flexible and hybrid working arrangements.\n, • Professional development and career progression opportunities.\n, • Supportive and collaborative legal team environment.\n\n If you're looking for a senior legal role where you can combine technical excellence, advocacy, leadership and strategic influence, we'd love to hear from you.

Local Authority – Finance System Change Lead \n Rate – up to £700pd \n Hybrid working in London \n 9 - 12 months with immediate start \n We’re working with a London Borough currently going through a finance system implementation, who are looking for an experienced Local Government finance professional to act as the Change Lead and driving force for the system transition. Experience working in local government finance is vital, to understand the challenges and functional application of the new system, and to empower and encourage new users through this adoption process. The post holder will ensure a smooth transition to the new system meaning prior experience of delivering change within local government is also key. \n Working alongside the Finance Systems Lead and Project Manager, the right person for this role will have previously supported on transformation programmes within local government, with a proven ability to build relationships and deliver successful finance change and improvement. This is a great chance to be involved in impactful work, so if interested don’t wait to get in touch, as this role will move swiftly. \n Please send your CV to Jack at Ambient People to discuss the role in more detail.

Procurement Lawyer 3+ To £££This popular City firm is looking to hire a lawyer to work on a broad range of procurement projects for both public sector and private clients, predominantly in the health, local government, emergency services and social housing sectors. The team advises on complex procurements of contracts for some of the largest local authority projects and outsourcings as well as drafting commercial contracts including services and goods contracts, framework agreements, concession contracts, grant and collaboration agreements. The department adopts a cradle to grave approach and covers the full cycle of procurement matters including design, drafting, delivering training and ongoing support. Ideally you will have a solid understanding of the Public Contracts Regulations 2015, the Procurement Act 2023, Procurement Regulations 2024 and the Provider Selection Regime and solid experience of drafting procurement and commercial contracts.? \n Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Legal Counsel – Commercial & Technology | In-House | Hybrid | LondonLocation: London (Hybrid working)Experience: Approximately 4–10 years PQE (guideline)Salary: Competitive + Excellent BenefitsThe OpportunityOur client, an innovative and rapidly growing international technology business, is seeking a talented Legal Counsel to join its expanding in-house legal team.This is an outstanding opportunity to work at the forefront of emerging technologies, advising on complex legal matters across the UK and Europe. You'll support major commercial projects, government contracts and strategic business initiatives while working alongside highly experienced legal and commercial professionals.The role offers a broad remit, combining high-value commercial contracting with regulatory, procurement and governance work in a collaborative, fast-paced environment where legal is viewed as a genuine strategic partner to the business.About the RoleAs Legal Counsel, you will:\n\n • Draft, review and negotiate complex commercial agreements, software licensing arrangements and technology contracts.\n, • Advise the business on commercial, regulatory and strategic legal matters across UK and European operations.\n, • Support public sector and government contracting activities, helping the business navigate procurement requirements.\n, • Provide commercially focused legal advice on areas including intellectual property, data protection, export controls and regulatory compliance.\n, • Partner closely with senior stakeholders across legal, commercial, engineering and product teams to support business growth.\n, • Assist with corporate governance, compliance and legal risk management across multiple jurisdictions.\n, • Work collaboratively with colleagues across Europe on cross-border legal matters and best practice initiatives.\nAbout YouThe ideal candidate will:\n\n, • Be a qualified solicitor in England & Wales with approximately 4–10 years PQE (guideline).\n, • Have strong experience drafting and negotiating complex commercial contracts, ideally involving technology, software or intellectual property.\n, • Have experience advising on public procurement, regulated industries or government contracting, although candidates from broader commercial backgrounds are also encouraged to apply.\n, • Be comfortable providing practical, commercially focused legal advice to senior stakeholders.\n, • Possess excellent communication, negotiation and relationship-building skills.\n, • Enjoy working in a fast-moving, collaborative environment where legal plays a key role in commercial decision-making.\nApplicants outside the suggested PQE range are encouraged to apply if they can demonstrate the relevant experience.Why Apply?\n\n, • Join a high-growth international business working on cutting-edge technology.\n, • Advise on complex, high-value commercial and strategic projects with real-world impact.\n, • Work alongside an experienced and supportive in-house legal team.\n, • Enjoy broad exposure across commercial, regulatory, procurement and governance matters.\n, • Hybrid working, genuine autonomy and excellent opportunities for long-term career development.\nInterested?For more information about this exciting Legal Counsel opportunity, contact Simon Campbell at QED Legal for a confidential discussion. Referral rewards are available for successful introductions. Full details can be found on our website.

Are you an experienced audit professional with a genuine interest in the social purpose sector, looking for a role where your work makes a tangible difference? \n\n Our client is one of the UK's leading providers of audit and assurance services to the social housing and wider not-for-profit sector. With an established national presence and a growing, specialist team, they work with a broad range of organisations, from social housing providers and charities to international NGOs, grant-makers, schools, academies, membership bodies, and professional associations. Many of their clients are household names or rank among the UK's top 100 charities.\n\n\n This is an opportunity to join a highly regarded and genuinely specialist team at the Manager level, with real scope to develop your own portfolio, deepen your social housing expertise, and progress within a firm that actively invests in its people.\n\n\n The role can be based in London, the Midlands, or Manchester, and flexible or part-time working arrangements are a possibility for the right candidate.\nWhat you'll be doing\n\n • Manage a portfolio of external audit clients across the social housing and wider social purpose sector, delivering a proactive, year-round service and building strong, lasting client relationships\n, • Lead multiple audit teams simultaneously, ensuring work is planned and completed within agreed budgets and timescales from planning through to completion\n, • Serve as the principal point of contact for your clients throughout the year, taking ownership of service delivery and relationship management\n, • Prepare and present reports to senior management, Audit Committees, and Boards\n, • Direct, coach, and mentor audit team members to support them in the effective delivery of engagements\n, • Time-plan your own workload and client engagements, managing competing priorities in an organised and professional manner\n, • Play an active role in business development, maintaining and growing your professional network and contributing to proposals and presentations for new work\n, • Explore opportunities to provide wider assurance services to clients where appropriate\n, • Participate in team-wide and firm-wide activities, training, and knowledge-sharing initiatives\n, • Have the flexibility to develop expertise and portfolio interests beyond social housing, in areas that align with your professional interests\nWhat we're looking for\n\n, • Qualified ACA, ACCA, or ICAS (or equivalent)\n, • Strong technical knowledge of auditing and accounting standards\n, • Proven ability to manage audit engagements from planning through to completion, on time and within budget\n, • Confident people management skills, with experience coaching, mentoring, and supporting junior colleagues\n, • Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage credibly with senior stakeholders including Boards and Audit Committees\n, • Well-organised, with the ability to manage multiple assignments and competing deadlines\n, • A proactive approach to business development and relationship management\n, • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word\nNice to have\n\n, • Knowledge and experience of auditing in the not-for-profit, charity, or social housing sector\n, • Familiarity with the Housing SORP or Charities SORP\n, • Existing relationships or a network within the social purpose sector\nWhy join\n\n Our client offers a genuinely supportive environment for professionals who want to build a meaningful specialism and progress their career at pace.\n\n\n, • Work alongside experienced partners in a dynamic and growing national team\n, • Real encouragement to take on responsibility and develop quickly, with a clear pathway for progression\n, • A collaborative, inclusive culture that values innovation and rewards those committed to making a difference\n, • Competitive salary and a flexible benefits package (full details available upon application)\n, • Agile working arrangements and a genuine commitment to employee wellbeing\n, • Access to expert knowledge, continuous learning opportunities, and internal training\n, • Flexible and part-time working arrangements are considered for this role\n, • A firm committed to diversity, equal opportunity, and merit-based progression\nA note on right to work\n\n Following changes to government policy, our client is only able to consider applications from individuals with an existing, permanent right to live and work in the UK. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.\nHow to apply\n\n If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, we'd love to hear from you. Please get in touch with your CV and a brief note on your background and interest in the role, and a member of the team will be in touch to discuss things further.\n\n \n If this job isn't quite right for you, but you know someone who would be great at this role, why not take advantage of our referral scheme? We offer £200 in shopping vouchers for every referred candidate who we place in a role. Terms & Conditions Apply.

Are you a qualified auditor with a solid pensions background, ready to take on a Manager-level role in a specialist and growing team? \n\n Our client is a well-established national accountancy and advisory firm with a dedicated pensions audit practice. They work with a varied portfolio of high-profile pension fund clients, delivering audit and assurance services that genuinely add value to trustee governance and scheme management.\n\n\n This is an opportunity to join a talented, collaborative team at a critical point in your career, where you'll take real ownership of a client portfolio, develop your leadership skills, and work alongside experienced partners who are invested in your progression. Whether you're looking for an office-based role or a hybrid arrangement, the firm offers genuine flexibility to suit the right candidate.\nWhat you'll be doing\n\n • Manage a portfolio of pension fund clients, reporting directly to the engagement partner and serving as the principal point of contact throughout the year\n, • Lead statutory audits across all stages of the process, from planning through to completion, ensuring delivery within agreed budgets and to the required quality standards\n, • Draft audit planning and findings reports, providing insightful commentary and identifying recommendations to improve client governance\n, • Take initiative and ownership in managing both the audit process and your team, maintaining a clear focus on quality, profitability, and timely delivery\n, • Review the work of your audit team, actively supervising and supporting their development and contributing to a culture of continuous improvement\n, • Lead and manage wider pensions assurance and risk management projects, preparing reports and liaising directly with clients\n, • Carry out all work in accordance with the firm's professional standards and to the satisfaction of clients and the engagement partner\n, • Support partners in ensuring that audit objectives and quality standards are consistently met across your portfolio\nWhat we're looking for\n\n, • Professionally qualified ACA, CA, or ACCA (or equivalent)\n, • Technically strong, with a solid audit grounding and hands-on experience of pension scheme audits\n, • A good working knowledge of the pensions sector, pensions SORP, and relevant regulations\n, • Ability to manage a varied client portfolio with competing priorities and deadlines, while maintaining high standards throughout\n, • Proven people management skills, with the ability to supervise, mentor, and develop junior team members\n, • A collaborative, team-oriented approach, combined with the confidence to take ownership and work with a degree of autonomy\n, • Strong communication skills, with the ability to engage credibly with senior client stakeholders including trustees\nNice to have\n\n, • Experience leading pensions assurance or risk management projects beyond the core audit\n, • Prior exposure to trustee governance advisory work\nWhy join\n\n Our client offers a genuinely rewarding environment for ambitious professionals who want to build a specialist career and develop as a future leader.\n\n\n, • A varied portfolio of high-profile pension fund clients from day one\n, • Supportive, experienced partners who are actively invested in your growth\n, • A clear, structured career pathway with real scope for progression\n, • A collaborative and inclusive culture that values innovation and rewards those committed to making a difference\n, • Competitive salary and a flexible benefits package (full details available upon application)\n, • Agile working approach with dedicated wellbeing support\n, • Flexible working arrangements, including office-based or hybrid options\n, • Access to expert knowledge and continuous learning opportunities\n, • A firm committed to diversity, equal opportunity, and merit-based progression\nA note on right to work\n\n Following changes to government policy, our client is only able to consider applications from individuals with an existing, permanent right to live and work in the UK. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.\nHow to apply\n\n If you're ready to take the next step in your pensions audit career, we'd love to hear from you. Please get in touch with your CV and a brief note on your background and interest in the role, and a member of the team will be in touch to discuss things further.\n\n \n If this job isn't quite right for you, but you know someone who would be great at this role, why not take advantage of our referral scheme? We offer £200 in shopping vouchers for every referred candidate who we place in a role. Terms & Conditions Apply.

Role: Public Law Paralegal - London \n A Legal500, Leading law firm looking to recruit dedicated and experienced Public Law Paralegals for highly sought permanent position. \n Gemini Recruitment are currently partnering with a large and established law firm. Our client serves corporate entities and private individuals in over 25 practice areas from offices throughout London and across England and Wales. Our client’s accomplishments are acknowledged and recommended in The Legal 500 and Chambers and Partners, as a top tier firm. \n Our client holds the Investors in People Gold Accreditation Quality Standard Mark and is LEXCEL, Cyber Essentials Plus and ISO accredited and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority. \n Public Law Department Background \n Our client’s Public Law department has experience in all aspects of civil liberties and judicial review against the HMRC, local authority, NHS, planning Judicial Review including obtaining emergency orders and other interim relief to prevent breaches of human rights. Their department regularly follow up judicial reviews with actions for damages in both the County and High Courts and successfully pursue matters to the Court of Appeal and the Supreme Court. \n The quality of the department is repeatedly demonstrated by its high success rates, with award winning cases, many of which are recorded in the reported case journals, raising new and important issues, and creating legal precedents for the future. \n The Public Law Department is recognised as a leader in its field by Chambers and Partners and Legal 500 for its depth of experience in immigration and civil liberties challenges. As a well-established firm, our client is well known to the Legal Aid Agency (LAA), the Courts, and the Government Legal Department (GLD). \n Our client also collaborates with other firms on funding and case management issues, and has a close working relationship with a number of barristers’ chambers with relevant expertise in public law. \n Our client carries out both publicly and privately funded work. \n Main Duties and Responsibilities \n\n • Report directly to Department Director\n, • Professional pro-active approach, strong client care skills and a sensitive and sympathetic understanding of clients’ needs\n, • Assisting with casework including dealing with a range of Public Law matters (LAA Funded and Private client work)\n, • Attending clients, taking instructions and preparing cases\n, • Dealing with correspondence\n, • Preparing and managing funding applications to the Legal Aid Agency,\n, • Preparing draft documents including witness statements and processing evidence\n, • Preparing applications (incl drafting application forms, index of documents and letters of representations)\n, • Attending conferences and court\n, • Maintaining accurate time costing procedures\n, • Implementing any recommendations made by your supervisor following monthly file reviews ensuring that these are dealt with promptly\n, • Ensuring compliance with file management.\n\n Key Skills Required \n\n • A strong academic background with a Law degree\n, • Demonstrate passion and experience in a broad range of LAA funded Public Law\n, • Immigration Accreditation preferred\n, • Legal experience as an Public Law Paralegal/Advisor\n, • Clear understanding and application of Public Law\n, • Business acumen and the ability to market the Company\n, • Excellent communications skills to work effectively with all types of people\n, • Excellent analytical and organisational skills and ability to use own initiative but know when to seek guidance\n, • Committed team player, self -motivated and professional\n, • Excellent IT Skills -familiar with Microsoft Office applications and document management skills\n\n This list is not exhaustive and there may be other duties as reasonably required. \n On offer is an attractive salary package, a supportive team environment and real prospects for promotion. The Company will allow hybrid-working in accordance with the company policy. \n The company is committed to Equal Opportunities and embraces diversity and inclusivity of its staff and strives to ensure that their workforce reflects the diversity of the communities they serve. \n About Gemini Recruitment: \n Gemini Recruitment is a leading recruitment agency specialising in legal recruitment. We provide a highly focused service specialising in placements for Solicitors, Legal Executives, Trainee Solicitors, Paralegals and Legal Support Staff. We have intimate knowledge of specific opportunities in the legal market across the UK. \n By applying to this vacancy you give Gemini Recruitment Services Limited permission to submit your CV to the hiring company and you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found on our website.

About Westminster \n Westminster is home to some of the most diverse, vibrant and internationally recognised communities in the UK. As a council, we are committed to delivering excellent services, driving innovation, and ensuring value for money for our residents, businesses and visitors. \n Our Finance team plays a vital role in supporting services across the organisation, providing expert financial insight, challenging assumptions, and helping shape decisions that improve outcomes for residents. This role sits at the heart of one of the Council's key strategic priorities: delivering effective and sustainable SEND services. \n The Opportunity \n We are seeking a motivated and commercially minded Finance Business Partner to support one of our most important transformation programmes, SEND Reforms. \n SEND reforms are government-led changes to England's Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) system aimed at providing earlier, more consistent and more inclusive support for children and young people, whilst improving outcomes and making the system more sustainable. \n This role offers a unique opportunity to work at the interface between Finance and SEND Operations, providing financial insight, improving data quality and supporting better decision-making across services. Reporting to a Finance Manager, you will play a key role in supporting operational colleagues, strengthening financial governance and helping deliver the objectives of the SEND reform agenda. \n \n Key Responsibilities \n Work successfully across multiple projects and priorities, ensuring high-quality outputs are delivered accurately and on time. \n Deliver timely and accurate financial information to support monthly closedown processes, balance sheet reconciliations and statutory reporting requirements. \n Partner with SEND service managers and budget holders to provide financial and commercial advice on service plans, initiatives and projects. \n Support the SEND Operations Team by improving financial understanding, reporting and governance arrangements. \n Cleanse, reconcile and validate data across Eclipse, Power BI and financial systems to ensure consistency and accuracy of reporting. \n \n Support benchmarking, cross-authority collaboration and continuous improvement initiatives. \n Assist in financial modelling, analysis and business case development. \n Build effective working relationships across Finance, Children's Services and wider Council teams. \n What We Expect This Role to Achieve \n Strategy Implementation \n Support delivery of the Council's strategic priorities by implementing continuous service improvement initiatives and providing financial insight that helps the organisation respond to future challenges. \n \n \n Support for SEND Reforms \n Act as a key link between Finance and SEND Operations, ensuring robust financial oversight and reporting arrangements are in place to support the delivery of SEND reforms. \n Improve the quality, consistency and reliability of operational and financial data, enabling better strategic planning, commissioning and decision-making. \n Service Improvement \n Deliver specialist financial advice and support, maintaining and improving systems, processes and procedures to maximise efficiency, effectiveness and value. \n Resources and Financial Management \n Support strong budgetary control and financial planning processes, helping services prioritise resources effectively and achieve value for money. \n Identify opportunities to improve commercial performance and contribute to outcome-based commissioning approaches where appropriate. \n Partners and Stakeholders \n Build productive relationships with colleagues, partners and stakeholders, influencing and supporting improvements in service delivery and financial management. \n Business Change \n Support the development and implementation of transformation and change programmes by providing high-quality financial information, analysis and challenge. \n Compliance \n Ensure financial activities comply with relevant legislation, Council policies, financial regulations and governance requirements. \n Equality and Diversity \n Promote equality, diversity and inclusion in all aspects of work and contribute to the Council's commitment to building inclusive services and workplaces. \n About You \n You will be a proactive finance professional with strong analytical skills and a genuine interest in improving services for children and young people with SEND. \n You will enjoy working collaboratively across teams, translating financial information into meaningful insights and driving improvements through better processes and data. \n You will have: \n Experience supporting a significant organisational function within a large and complex organisation. \n Experience contributing to budget setting, monitoring and forecasting. \n Experience undertaking financial analysis, modelling and reporting. \n Strong relationship-building skills and the ability to work effectively with operational and financial stakeholders. \n Excellent written and verbal communication skills. \n Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities. \n A commitment to continuous improvement and delivering value for money. \n A commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion. \n Essential Requirements \n Understanding of financial planning, budget setting, forecasting and year-end processes. \n Knowledge of financial and commercial management principles and performance measures. \n Understanding of data analysis and reporting, with the ability to identify and resolve inconsistencies. \n Awareness of the challenges facing local government and public services. \n Effective stakeholder management and communication skills. \n Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. \n Ability to work collaboratively across multiple teams and disciplines. \n Qualifications \n You will hold: \n AAT qualification (essential) or equivalent relevant finance knowledge and experience. \n Degree qualification or equivalent relevant experience. \n Part-qualified CCAB/CIMA (or overseas equivalent), or be actively studying towards a recognised professional accountancy qualification.

My client is undertaking a major finance transformation programme through the implementation of OneAdvanced Financials (formerly e5 or eFinancials) a significant step forward in modernising the Council's finance systems and processes. As the project moves into its next phase, the Council is looking to appoint an experienced Interim Business Change Lead to drive engagement, adoption and business readiness across the organisation. Reporting to the Project Manager and working alongside an established project team, including a dedicated Finance Lead, this role will be instrumental in ensuring that colleagues across the Council understand the benefits of the new system and are prepared for the changes it will bring to the way they work. This is not a technical systems implementation role. Instead, the successful candidate will act as the bridge between the project team and the wider business, helping operational users understand how the new system will improve processes, streamline activities and support better ways of working. The Council is seeking an individual with outstanding stakeholder engagement and business partnering skills, capable of working closely with finance teams and operational users, particularly within areas such as Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable. The focus will be on leading conversations, managing change, building buy-in and promoting the benefits of the new system, rather than delivering technical training. Candidates are likely to be qualified accountants or finance professionals who have moved into business change, transformation or finance improvement roles. Previous involvement in a finance systems implementation, finance transformation programme or service redesign project is essential. A background within local government finance is highly desirable, and whilst experience of OneAdvanced Financials would be advantageous, it is by no means a prerequisite.Key Responsibilities \n\n • Lead the business change workstream for the OneAdvanced Financials implementation.\n, • Build strong relationships with stakeholders across finance and operational services.\n, • Assess and communicate the impact of system changes on business processes and ways of working.\n, • Act as an ambassador for the project, promoting the benefits and opportunities presented by the new system.\n, • Support managers and end users through the change journey, addressing concerns and encouraging adoption.\n, • Develop and deliver communication and engagement plans.\n, • Drive business readiness activities ahead of system go-live.\n, • Work closely with the Project Manager, Finance Lead and wider project team to ensure successful delivery.\n\n Candidate Profile \n\n • Strong local authority finance background.\n, • Qualified accountant or finance professional with experience beyond traditional finance responsibilities.\n, • Proven involvement in a finance system implementation, finance transformation or redesign programme.\n, • Excellent communication, influencing and stakeholder management skills.\n, • Demonstrable experience leading organisational change.\n, • Ability to engage effectively with users at all levels, from operational teams through to senior stakeholders.\n, • Organised, proactive and confident working within a project environment.\n\n The role can be offered on a remote or hybrid basis with a day rate of £650 to £700 a day, inside IR35.

At The Institute of Chartered Accountants England & Wales (ICAEW), you'll be part of an organisation that's shaping the future of business, finance and the accountancy profession on a global scale. Our bold 2030 Strategy puts members, innovation, sustainability and trust at the heart of everything we do; creating an exciting, forward looking environment where your work has real impact. We invest in our people through our benefits package, continuous development and a supportive, inclusive culture that empowers you to grow and thrive. If you're looking for a role with purpose, influence and opportunity, ICAEW is a place where your future can truly take shape. \n We're looking for a Technical Manager, Sustainability Reporting to join our team in London on a permanent basis. This role offers a salary of £75,000 - £85,000 and a hybrid working pattern of 2 days in the office and 3 days from home each week. \n What you will be doing; \n The primary responsibilities of this role are to: \n\n • Develop and publish high-quality guidance on sustainability reporting, accounting standards and emerging regulatory developments.\n, • Shape and communicate ICAEW's policy positions and thought leadership on sustainability and non-financial reporting.\n, • Build and maintain relationships with key external stakeholders, including regulators, standard setters and government bodies.\n, • Create engaging member content, including factsheets, webinars, workshop materials and digital publications to support professional development.\n, • Communicate technical updates to members through newsletters, bulletins and other ICAEW communication channels.\n, • Collaborate with colleagues and members to identify emerging issues and continuously improve sustainability guidance and resources.\n\n What you will need; \n\n • ICAEW Chartered Accountant (ACA/FCA) with a strong technical reporting or assurance background.\n, • Good understanding of sustainability reporting developments (or the ability and willingness to develop expertise in this area), including an interest in emerging reporting topics.\n, • Strong technical and analytical skills, with experience interpreting complex standards, guidance or policy and communicating these clearly.\n, • Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the confidence to engage with policymakers, senior leaders and external organisations.\n, • Strong planning, prioritisation and relationship-building skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and work collaboratively across teams.\n, • Proven people management and leadership skills, with experience monitoring work, maintaining high-quality standards and supporting organisational objectives.\n\n What you can expect from us; \n\n • A strong pension contribution from us of 9%\n, • Private medical cover with AXA (where eligible), alongside a healthcare cash plan\n, • Life assurance at 4x your salary\n, • 24 - 27 days' holiday depending on length of service, plus Christmas closure and the option to buy or sell extra days\n, • Hybrid working to help you find the right balance\n, • Everyday savings through gym discounts, travel loans, and retail perks\n, • Enhanced family leave, including up to 6 months on full pay\n, • Ongoing wellbeing support, including access to CABA\n, • A paid day each year to volunteer for a cause that matters to you\n\n It's all part of creating an environment where you can thrive, in work and beyond. For a full overview of our benefits package please see below. \n Additional Information \n \n We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the advertised closing date should we receive enough suitable applications. We therefore encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. \n \n