Pontoon is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. Job title: Communications Manager Location: Windsor/Hybrid Duration: 12 Months Contact The Role: The Communications Manager will lead the development and delivery of a cohesive, strategic communications plan for the Finance Transformation Programme. This programme aims to modernise and optimise core functional areas to improve efficiency, agility, and service excellence across the group. You will ensure a clear, joined-up narrative that connects the transformation vision with the day-to-day experiences of colleagues across all functions. Your work will align...

Design Manager - Design Management, Fitout, Engineering, Construction Location: Old Oak Common/North Acton Contract Type: Contract Flexible working: We welcome you to ask about the flexibility you need. This might be part-time, remote working, or compressed hours for example. Anyone who applies for a role can ask about flexibility at interview. In return, we will explore what is possible for the role. This Design Manager (Shafts & Headhouses DU) will manage the Stage 5 asset design and be responsible for leading and coordinating all design and disciplines associated with a particular asset, facilitate the delivery of the designs, ensuring the design is technically assured, delivered to programme and coordinated between design disciplines. You will also be responsible for the management of change control, have reporting responsibilities on progress and issues associated with the designs, and collaborate closely with all relevant disciplines within TSDU and...

Senior Project Manager 6 Months - Contract London (2 days a week on site) Are you a dynamic leader with a passion for driving transformational change? Do you thrive in an environment where your project management skills can shine? If so, our client is looking for you! We are seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead and motivate a talented team in delivering impactful projects that align with our mission and goals. Key Responsibilities: As a Senior Project Manager, you will: Lead and Inspire: Motivate a diverse team to achieve project goals, ensuring everyone is aligned and engaged. Deliver Excellence: Oversee programs and activities, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards while managing resources effectively. Strategize and Budget: Schedule resource assignments and determine budgets, forecasts, and operating plans to guarantee seamless service delivery. Communicate Transparently: Provide timely and accurate reporting on program status,...

Job Title: Senior Commercial Manager - Complex Works (Highways Major Project) Role Purpose The Senior Commercial Manager will lead commercial management across complex enabling and civils works packages within a major highways programme. This includes ground investigation, archaeology, ecology, drainage, and major civil engineering works, ensuring robust cost control, risk management, and contract administration throughout the project lifecycle. Key Responsibilities Commercial Leadership (Package-Level) Lead commercial management for multiple complex works packages across the programme. Provide strategic commercial advice to Project Directors and Delivery Leads. Ensure alignment with overarching programme commercial strategy. Procurement & Contract Management Develop and deliver procurement strategies for enabling and civils works packages. Manage tender processes, evaluation, and contract award. Administer and manage contracts (primarily NEC3/NEC4),...

Interim ERP Implementation Lead - Oracle Fusion 9-12 month contract £500-600 per day (Inside IR35) Hybrid working arrangements, London Office About the client Morgan Law are seeking an Interim ERP Implementation Lead - Oracle Fusion for a Public Sector organisation in the London area. Accountabilities Act alongside the Director as the visible 'go-to' person for the Finance workstream, representing the Finance function in programme and stakeholder meetings Coordinate with Data Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) and process owners to drive the design, documentation, and build of core financial processes that are efficient, compliant with statutory and operational requirements, and aligned with programme design principles Facilitate workshops and meetings with key business users to communicate programme design principles, encourage stakeholder engagement in process design, identify gaps and risks, and develop appropriate mitigations and new ways of working Collaborate...

SENIOR FINANCE MANAGER - UP TO £600/DAY - FARRINGDON - HYBRID - 6 MONTH ASSIGNMENT Robert Half are delighted to be working with a renowned client in their search for a Senior Finance Manager for a 6 month assignment, providing maternity cover, offering up to £600/day! This is a rare opportunity to step into a high-impact leadership role within a company known for its strong culture, collaborative mindset, and commitment to developing its people. If you are a commercially minded finance leader who thrives in dynamic, purpose-driven organisations, this role offers the chance to make a real impact while being part of something truly special. Things to know: Job Title : Senior Finance Manager - 6-month assignment (potential to go perm) Location : Faringdon, London Working pattern : full-time, hybrid (3 days onsite, 2 days working from home) Pay: Up to £600/day via umbrella Responsibilities: Active member of the Retail Development Leadership Team . Drives the...

Job Opportunity: Regulatory Content Strategist (Project Manager) Location: Welwyn (Hybrid) Contract: 12 months Rate: £60 - £75 per hour (umbrella) OR £45.50 - £56.40 per hour PAYE Are you passionate about shaping the future of healthcare? Join our dynamic team as a Regulatory Content Strategist (Project Manager) and make a meaningful impact on patients' lives! At our organization, we strive for a healthier future by advancing science and innovation. As part of the Pharma Development Regulatory (PDR) team, you will play a pivotal role in developing and executing content strategies that facilitate the approval of groundbreaking therapies and devices. What You'll Do: Lead with Purpose: Manage a team of Content Strategists and cross-functional teams to develop and execute comprehensive content strategies for submissions to global regulatory authorities, ensuring adherence to applicable guidelines and internal standards. Strategic Planning: Create and manage timelines...

Job Title: Finance Senior Manager Financial Accounting - SC Location: Green Park, Reading (2-3 days /week on site hybrid) Contract Duration: 18 Months Daily Rate: £77.20/hr (Umbrella Maximum) IR35 Status: Inside IR35 Security Clearance: SC & British Citizenship Minimum Requirement: SC Clearance Qualified accountant recognised qualification - ACCA, CIMA, ACA or equivalent. Experience of running and overviewing of accounts payable etc Annual reporting of accounts Technical accounting activity Payroll, accounts payable, etc Some management responsibilities, 4 direct reports MS Office Desirable: Oracle Public sector background preferred The Role: Manage and deliver all financial activities as assigned to time, cost and quality. Develop and deliver functional strategy and drive delivery of objectives. Line managing and task managing as appropriate in accordance with company policies, processes and guidelines. Provide guidance to and drive performance of...

Job Title : Senior Category Manager - SC Location: Aldermaston, Reading (3 days/week on site) Contract Duration : 12 Months Daily Rate: £81.74/hr (Umbrella Maximum) IR35 Status : Inside IR35 Security Clearance: SC & Sole Uk National Essential: SC (Security Clearance) 5+ years Public Procurement experience Negotiating Stripping costs from contracts Supplier Relationship ManagementStakeholder Management at various levels, internal and external Ability to influence and deliver Ability to work autonomously Has worked similar size of contract Knowledge of MOD or working with MOD, 3+ years (worst case would accept public sector experience) Has experience doing competitive flexible procurement on PA23. Open framework experience Desirable: ERP experience An IT Background Background in integrating systems, eg SAP or similar Key Accountabilities: Develop and implement Category Strategies for assigned sub-group of categories,...

Job Opportunity: Regulatory Content Strategist (Project Manager) Location: Welwyn (Hybrid) Contract: 12 months Rate: 60 - 75 per hour (umbrella) OR 45.50 - 56.40 per hour PAYE Are you passionate about shaping the future of healthcare? Join our dynamic team as a Regulatory Content Strategist (Project Manager) and make a meaningful impact on patients' lives! At our organization, we strive for a healthier future by advancing science and innovation. As part of the Pharma Development Regulatory (PDR) team, you will play a pivotal role in developing and executing content strategies that facilitate the approval of groundbreaking therapies and devices. What You'll Do: Lead with Purpose: Manage a team of Content Strategists and cross-functional teams to develop and execute comprehensive content strategies for submissions to global regulatory authorities, ensuring adherence to applicable guidelines and internal standards. Strategic Planning: Create and manage timelines...

Job Title: Senior Finance Transformation Manager - SC Location: Green Park, Reading (3 days/week on site) Contract Duration : 24 Months Daily Rate: £77.20/hr (Umbrella Maximum) IR35 Status: Inside IR35 Security Clearance: SC Minimum Requirement: Co-ordinating across finance function and working with cross functions to deliver change, I.E. IT Experience of ERP implementation, SAP, Oracle, etc Experience of driving system enabled business improvement related to finance MS Packages SAP/ORACLE Open to both public and private sector Key Accountabilities: Manage and deliver all financial activities as assigned to time, cost and quality. Develop and deliver functional strategy and drive delivery of objectives. Line managing and task managing as appropriate in accordance with company policies, processes and guidelines. Provide guidance to and drive performance of team. Ensure a rigorous internal finance control and governance framework is in place and is...

Power BI Developer - Construction, Rail & Civil Engineering Department: Commercial / Project Controls / Digital & Data Reports To: Head of Project Controls / Digital Transformation Manager Location: Working from home Employment Type: Contract - (Outside IR35) Role Overview We are seeking an experienced Power BI Developer to support major infrastructure, rail, and civil engineering projects by delivering high-quality business intelligence and data analytics solutions. The successful candidate will work closely with Project Managers, Commercial Managers, Planners, and Senior Leadership teams to transform complex cost, programme, and operational data into clear, actionable dashboards that support performance improvement, cost control, and strategic decision-making. Key Responsibilities 1. Reporting & Dashboard Development Design, develop, and maintain interactive dashboards and reports Produce reporting for: Cost...

We are working in partnership with a global Energy provider. We are currently recruiting for a Quality Manager to work across 2 Solar Farms near Dundee and Birmingham. The Quality Manager role comes with a rate of 500- 600 per day. Key skills Own and oversee project quality compliance across assigned UK projects, ensuring contractors, suppliers, and partners meet contractual, regulatory, and industry standards. Establish and maintain the Project Quality Management System (PQMS) from late development through execution and close-out to ensure consistent application of requirements. Develop and review key quality documents such as Quality Plans, ITPs, method statements, and associated records with site subcontractors. Lead audits, inspections, and surveillance activities, verifying alignment with approved standards, specifications, and management systems. Manage non-conformances and quality risks, ensuring timely resolution, preventing recurrence, and providing...

Interim ERP Implementation Lead - Oracle Fusion 9-12 month contract (Apply online only) per day (Inside IR35) Hybrid working arrangements, London Office About the client Morgan Law are seeking an Interim ERP Implementation Lead - Oracle Fusion for a Public Sector organisation in the London area. Accountabilities Act alongside the Director as the visible 'go-to' person for the Finance workstream, representing the Finance function in programme and stakeholder meetings Coordinate with Data Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) and process owners to drive the design, documentation, and build of core financial processes that are efficient, compliant with statutory and operational requirements, and aligned with programme design principles Facilitate workshops and meetings with key business users to communicate programme design principles, encourage stakeholder engagement in process design, identify gaps and risks, and develop appropriate mitigations and new ways of working...

Job Title: Commercial Director - Major complex project Role Purpose The Commercial Director will lead all commercial, contractual, and procurement activities across a major complex programme. This role is critical in ensuring robust commercial governance, effective risk management, and value optimisation across one of the UK's most complex infrastructure projects. Key Responsibilities Strategic Commercial Leadership Develop and implement the overarching commercial strategy aligned with programme objectives. Act as a key member of the senior leadership team, advising on commercial risk, opportunities, and market conditions. Lead commercial input into business case development, funding approvals, and stakeholder reporting. Contract & Procurement Management Oversee procurement strategy and execution for major works packages (e.g. tunnelling, highways, structures, enabling works). Lead negotiations for high-value, complex contracts (e.g. NEC, FIDIC or bespoke...

The Head of FP&A will lead financial planning and analysis activities, ensuring strategic and operational goals are met within the financial services industry. This temporary role is based in London, offering a challenging opportunity to make a significant impact within the accounting and finance department. Client Details The hiring organisation is a well-established large organisation operating within the financial services sector. It is known for its commitment to excellence and providing innovative solutions to meet the needs of its clients. Description Produce high-quality monthly operating expenditure reports and cost review summaries, ensuring completion within established reporting timelines. Deliver accurate management information for inclusion in quarterly performance updates and senior leadership reporting. Provide commercial analysis and insights to support decision-making for senior finance leaders and the executive team. Review and refine existing team...

Sybase Database Administrator (Contract) Duration: 12 Months (Possibility for extension) Location: Bromley/Hybrid (3 days per week on site) Rate: A highly competitive Umbrella Day Rate is available for suitable candidates Role Profile We are a leading player in the Investment Banking sector, committed to delivering excellence through innovative solutions and cutting-edge technology. Our EMEA Sybase team is expanding, and we are on the lookout for a skilled Sybase Database Administrator (DBA) to join us on a contract basis. If you thrive in high-stakes environments and have a passion for database management, we want to hear from you! Key Responsibilities: Installing, configuring, and maintaining Sybase ASE and Replication Server environments. Managing database upgrades, patching, migrations, and version lifecycle activities. Overseeing platform migrations from RHEL7/8 to RHEL9. Implementing and managing database security, roles, permissions,...

An exceptional opportunity has arisen for you to step into a pivotal senior leadership position as Interim Head of Financial Planning within Local Government Authority based in the West Midlands. This role offers the chance to shape and influence the financial future of a major council, reporting directly to the Director of Finance and acting as a trusted advisor to Members, the Corporate Leadership Team, and Directorate Heads of Finance. What you'll do: As Interim Head of Financial Planning, you will play a central role in shaping how financial resources are managed across all areas of this large public sector organisation. Your day-to-day responsibilities will see you leading a talented team focused on providing insightful analysis, robust reporting, and strategic advice that supports both immediate operational needs and long-term ambitions. You will work closely with senior leaders to ensure that all financial planning activities, from budget setting to monitoring, are...