Senior Finance Job - Finance Director - Interim - ACCA/CIMA/CIPFA - Public Sector PurposeProvide senior financial leadership to stabilise the organisation's financial position, strengthen core financial processes, and improve the accuracy and reliability of financial reporting. Work closely with the Board, Chief Executive, and Executive Team to support financial recovery and ensure effective information flow across the organisation. Key Responsibilities: Financial Leadership & Compliance Apply strong knowledge of local authority companies and public sector financial, legal, and governance frameworks. Ensure compliance with financial regulations and internal controls. Lead assigned financial projects, delivering agreed outcomes on time and within budget. Financial Stability & Controls Strengthen financial controls, income collection, and credit management. Oversee timely, accurate management accounts and financial reporting. Ensure robust systems for payments to...

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. Are you a seasoned Integration Architect ready to make a significant impact in the utilities industry? Our client is on the lookout for a dynamic Digital Integration Lead who is passionate about driving seamless integration of Digital Engineering platforms across the organization. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have a knack for ensuring coherent data flows and interoperability, we want to hear from you! Role: Integration Architect Duration: 6 Months (extension options) Location: Warwick (Remote, 1 day a month in office) Rate: 950 per day (umbrella)...

Job Opportunity: Installation Engineer (Fixed Term Contract) Are you ready to embark on an exciting journey in the world of diagnostics? Our client is seeking a passionate and skilled Installation Engineer to join their dynamic team on a 12-month fixed-term contract. If you're driven by innovation, possess a "can-do" attitude, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, this role could be a perfect fit for you! Key Details: Position: Installation Engineer Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract (12 months) Daily Rate: 200 - 250 Working Pattern: Full Time Driving Required: Yes (Full UK/EU driving licence) Location: Field-based with regular overnight stays throughout the UK & Ireland What You'll Do: As an Installation Engineer, you will play a crucial role in our Customer Projects team, responsible for: Performing high-quality installations of critical instruments including cPro, c8800, c8000, and c6800. Troubleshooting and providing 1st level support to...

Our client, an international consumer business based in London, is seeking an Interim Finance Operations Director to join the organisation on a 6-month ongoing contract. This role will sit at the centre of the operational leadership team, acting as the key link between Finance, the CFO, and senior leaders across Supply Chain and Logistics. The position will play a critical role in ensuring that operational decision-making across the supply chain, logistics and cost base is supported by strong financial insight, planning and performance management. Location: London (2-3 days p/w onsite) Contract length: 6 months ongoing Candidate Rate: 800- 1,00 per day (outside IR35) Start Date: April/May Key Responsibilities of the Interim Finance Operations Director Lead the operations finance agenda across the business, covering cost of goods, logistics and the broader operational cost base. Act as the key finance partner to the Director of Supply Chain and Director...

Job Title: Technical Analyst, Contract: 6 months (possibility of extension) Day Rate: 400- 490 via Umbrella Location: London, Harbour Exchange (hybrid 3 days from office) About the Role We are looking for a Technical Analyst to join a data-driven development team, supporting the delivery of bespoke applications aligned with business and regulatory requirements. You will act as a bridge between business stakeholders and development teams, translating requirements into clear technical specifications and supporting delivery across the full SDLC. About the Client Our client is a leading global financial institution with a strong presence across markets, delivering innovative technology solutions to support complex trading, data and regulatory environments. Key Responsibilities Translate business requirements into technical specifications Work closely with stakeholders, Business Analysts and development teams Manage work items via JIRA and Azure DevOps Support...

Campaign Manager (Marketing) - 12 Month Contract Location: London (flexible, mostly onsite) Payrate: 300- 350/day (PAYE) We're hiring a Campaign Manager to lead the execution of multi-channel marketing campaigns across European markets. You'll manage end-to-end delivery across owned channels (email, push, onsite), working closely with local teams to ensure campaigns launch on time and perform strongly. This role suits someone who thrives in fast-paced environments, is highly data-driven, and enjoys improving campaign performance through insights and optimisation. Key responsibilities: Execute and manage marketing campaigns across multiple channels Coordinate with local teams on content, targeting and scheduling Monitor campaign performance and optimise in real time Use tools and automation to improve efficiency Ensure quality, accuracy and strong customer experience Requirements: Strong campaign / lifecycle marketing experience Experience with CRM, analytics...

Family Assessment Worker (Temp to Perm) Location: Selly Oak, Birmingham Contract Type: Temporary to Permanent Pay Rate: 13 per hour Shift Pattern: Days & Nights (including lone working nights) Role Overview We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Family Assessment Worker to join a residential family assessment service supporting families where there are Child Protection concerns. This is a temp-to-perm opportunity , offering the chance to transition into a permanent role following a successful temporary period. You will play a vital role in delivering high-quality, evidence-based assessments that inform care planning and court proceedings. Working closely with families, you will observe and record parenting capacity, childcare tasks, and family interactions in line with the National Assessment Framework, ensuring all assessments are objective, detailed, and professional. Key Responsibilities Work as part of a multidisciplinary team within a...

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...

Head of Core Banking Public Sector Client 6-month contract 900 / day Umbrella London Looking for a candidate to serve as the internal SME for core banking systems, with a strong focus on Sopra Banking Software (SBS/SOPRA). Key Responsibilities: Lead technical and architectural direction for core banking (SBS/SOPRA) Provide governance, challenge suppliers, and ensure high-quality delivery Support large-scale integrations, migrations, and legacy transformation Drive cloud-native (AWS) and event-driven architecture adoption Collaborate with Enterprise Architecture, delivery teams, and system integrators Key Requirements: 10+ years' experience in core banking architecture or engineering Strong hands-on expertise with SBS/SOPRA Proven experience in large-scale implementations and integrations Strong stakeholder management and ability to influence at senior level Experience with cloud (AWS), digital banking, and modern architectures...

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),...

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...