Project Manager (HV) 6 Month Contract Sellindge Converter Station (5 days onsite) Are you ready to drive the future of energy? Join our client's Interconnector Construction Directorate as a Project Manager (HV) and play a vital role in delivering Capex projects for the IFA interconnector! Help us accelerate a clean, secure, and affordable energy future through world-class interconnection and offshore assets. Key Responsibilities : As the Project Manager, you will: Lead refurbishment and replacement projects at the IFA interconnector to maintain reliability and availability for our consumers. Develop detailed project plans that include scope, objectives, timelines, and resource allocation. Align tasks and responsibilities, monitoring and adjusting as necessary to meet business demands. Provide regular project status reports, offering accurate financial forecasts, SHESQ performance updates, milestone progress, and risk management data. Guide and support...

Transformation Programme Manager Location: Hybrid working - 3 days in either London, Manchester or Birmingham and 2 days remote working Contract Length: 6 months Contract Daily Rate: 500 - 850 (inside IR35 via umbrella) Are you a seasoned Transformation Programme Manager ready to lead one of the largest and most complex strategic programmes in a dynamic environment? Our client is seeking a talented individual to drive transformation initiatives at a senior level, ensuring the successful delivery of key business objectives. Key Responsibilities: Develop and deliver the comprehensive programme plan for a top-tier business initiative. Lead the delivery across multiple projects and teams, maintaining control over scope, time, cost, and quality. Drive outcomes through robust governance forums and structured communication strategies. Manage programme risks, escalations, dependencies, and navigate internal barriers effectively. Build and guide a blended delivery team, including SMT...

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: CDE & Information Management Training Lead Location: Warwick or The Strand Contract Type: 6 months - possibility for extension Job Summary We are looking for an experienced CDE & Information Management Training Lead to develop and deliver the training strategy for digital information management across a major infrastructure programme. This role is critical for the adoption of Common Data Environment (CDE) platforms and ISO 19650-aligned processes. You will lead the creation of role-based training, implement governance standards, and ensure...

Astute's contract team is partnering with a Construction Company to recruit for a Proposal Manager / Lead Bid Writer for a 3-4 month contract. This is a remote role and travel to Head Office when required which is in Wiltshire. The Proposal Manager role comes with a day rate of 700- 750 per day, Outside IR35. Key Skills required for the Proposal Manager role: Taking the lead on preparation / reviewing of the proposal write-ups Develop and produce technical responses to the clients request and communicating this in both visual and written formats Ensure compliance with the Work Winning process & procedures to manage submissions and bid-related information Ensuring all tender documentation is presented to a high standard, proof reading documents and finalising Have an understanding of the scope and status of current projects and able to liaise internally to get extra information if required Projects can be confidential, able to perform to a high standard with...

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: CDE & Information Management Training Lead Location: Warwick or The Strand Contract Type: 6 months - possibility for extension Job Summary We are looking for an experienced CDE & Information Management Training Lead to develop and deliver the training strategy for digital information management across a major infrastructure programme. This role is critical for the adoption of Common Data Environment (CDE) platforms and ISO 19650-aligned processes. You will lead the creation of role-based training, implement governance standards,...

Interim Working Capital Consultant Circa £650 per day (Outside IR35) + Expenses National Travel Required 3 Months+ We are partnering with a private equity-backed business with a strong national footprint. Following a period of unprecedented growth they need some support to improve their working capital position. To address this, we are seeking an experienced Interim Finance Specialist to deliver a focused, high-impact optimisation project. The Opportunity This is a hands-on, delivery-focused role where you will take ownership of improving working capital performance across a complex, multi-entity business. You will be tasked with creating a more streamlined, consistent, and controlled approach to working capital management, driving measurable improvements in cash performance over a short time-frame. Key Responsibilities Lead and deliver a working capital optimisation programme across the group Improve work in progress (WIP) accounting and visibility Reduce...

Interim Working Capital Consultant Circa 650 per day (Outside IR35) + Expenses National Travel Required 3 Months+ We are partnering with a private equity-backed business with a strong national footprint. Following a period of unprecedented growth they need some support to improve their working capital position. To address this, we are seeking an experienced Interim Finance Specialist to deliver a focused, high-impact optimisation project. The Opportunity This is a hands-on, delivery-focused role where you will take ownership of improving working capital performance across a complex, multi-entity business. You will be tasked with creating a more streamlined, consistent, and controlled approach to working capital management, driving measurable improvements in cash performance over a short time-frame. Key Responsibilities Lead and deliver a working capital optimisation programme across the group Improve work in progress (WIP) accounting and visibility Reduce...

Job Title: Data Product Manager Location: Bristol Hybrid - 1-2 days onsite per week Rate: From 500+ per day via Umbrella Duration: 6 months Clearance: UK Security Clearance required About the Role We are seeking an experienced Data Product Manager to provide strategic leadership across enterprise analytics at a major public sector contractor. This role will lead a small team of BI Developers (up to four) and oversee the design and delivery of high-volume, complex datasets, dashboards, and reporting solutions . You will work closely with senior stakeholders and key business units, including supporting a large client mobilisation programme , ensuring analytics solutions deliver real business value. While primarily strategic, a strong understanding of Power BI, SQL, process mapping, and data governance is essential. What You'll Do Provide strategic oversight of BI reporting, dashboards, and analytics delivery. Lead and mentor a small team...

Exciting Opportunity: Product Manager Are you ready to take your career to the next level? Our client, a leading organisation in Trade and Working Capital solutions, is on the lookout for a dynamic Product Manager to join their team! This role is a fantastic chance to drive innovation across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. Location: London (Hybrid - 3 days in the office) Duration: Until March 2027 Pay: £575-£600 per day via umbrella Hours: Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week What You'll Do: Champion the commercialisation of trade finance solutions. Act as a product specialist for a diverse range of loan products, including Import & Export loans and Sustainable Trade loans. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and execute product strategies. Monitor product performance and enhance customer success. Drive strategic initiatives and oversee product governance. What You Bring: Bachelor's degree in business, finance, or a related...

Reed is expanding its pool of Speech and Language Therapists who deliver high quality therapeutic assessments and interventions for children and young people with Education Health and Care Plans. We work closely with Local Authorities across the United Kingdom and are seeking therapists who can offer flexible ad hoc support. This opportunity suits therapists who want consistent but flexible work that complements their existing commitments. Packages typically extend throughout an academic year and vary in size. Responsibilities • Deliver SALT provision on an ad hoc basis with packages ranging from 5 to 50 hours • Work independently with access to support from the Reed team • Visit children and young people in schools colleges or home settings Required Skills and Experience • HCPC registered Speech and Language Therapist based in the United Kingdom • Experience contributing to EHCP assessments or delivering established provision • Confident clinical reasoning and...

Reed is expanding its pool of Speech and Language Therapists who deliver high quality therapeutic assessments and interventions for children and young people with Education Health and Care Plans. We work closely with Local Authorities across the United Kingdom and are seeking therapists who can offer flexible ad hoc support. This opportunity suits therapists who want consistent but flexible work that complements their existing commitments. Packages typically extend throughout an academic year and vary in size. Responsibilities • Deliver SALT provision on an ad hoc basis with packages ranging from 5 to 50 hours • Work independently with access to support from the Reed team • Visit children and young people in schools colleges or home settings Required Skills and Experience • HCPC registered Speech and Language Therapist based in the United Kingdom • Experience contributing to EHCP assessments or delivering established provision • Confident clinical reasoning and...

Reed is expanding its pool of Speech and Language Therapists who deliver high quality therapeutic assessments and interventions for children and young people with Education Health and Care Plans. We work closely with Local Authorities across the United Kingdom and are seeking therapists who can offer flexible ad hoc support. This opportunity suits therapists who want consistent but flexible work that complements their existing commitments. Packages typically extend throughout an academic year and vary in size. Responsibilities • Deliver SALT provision on an ad hoc basis with packages ranging from 5 to 50 hours • Work independently with access to support from the Reed team • Visit children and young people in schools colleges or home settings Required Skills and Experience • HCPC registered Speech and Language Therapist based in the United Kingdom • Experience contributing to EHCP assessments or delivering established provision • Confident clinical reasoning and...

Reed is expanding its pool of Speech and Language Therapists who deliver high quality therapeutic assessments and interventions for children and young people with Education Health and Care Plans. We work closely with Local Authorities across the United Kingdom and are seeking therapists who can offer flexible ad hoc support. This opportunity suits therapists who want consistent but flexible work that complements their existing commitments. Packages typically extend throughout an academic year and vary in size. Responsibilities • Deliver SALT provision on an ad hoc basis with packages ranging from 5 to 50 hours • Work independently with access to support from the Reed team • Visit children and young people in schools colleges or home settings Required Skills and Experience • HCPC registered Speech and Language Therapist based in the United Kingdom • Experience contributing to EHCP assessments or delivering established provision • Confident clinical reasoning and...

Data Governance Analyst £600 pd via Umbrella Initially for 6 months Wiltshire/ Hybrid, 1 day per week in the office Leading Financial Services business is looking to bring in a business facing Data Governance Analyst to help embed effective governance and control across the Data Domains. You will work closely with Data Owners, Data Stewards, and SMEs to enhance ownership, stewardship, metadata, and lineage practices. Key Responsibilities Support and embed the Data Ownership and Stewardship model Define and gain approval for Business Glossary terms Capture and maintain technical metadata Document and map end-to-end data lineage Ensure governance standards are clearly understood and consistently applied About You Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills Experience in data governance or data management Ideally from financial services or a large regulated organisation Confident working with senior business stakeholders Experience with...

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: IT Service Transformation Analyst (AI & Copilot) Location: Leeds / Edinburgh (Hybrid - 40% office) Contract Type: 12 months - possibility for extension The Opportunity This role sits within a Service Transformation function focused on improving colleague support experiences across IT services. The team is responsible for optimising how employees raise requests, resolve IT issues, access knowledge, and interact with support teams. With the introduction of AI-powered tools such as Microsoft Copilot , there is a major opportunity to...

Job Opportunity: ServiceNow Business Analyst - Modern Workplace Location: Leeds or Edinburgh Contract: 12 months Rate: £600 per day (umbrella) Why This Role Matters: Join our client's Service Transformation Lab (STL) and play a key role in revolutionizing the Modern Workplace Platform! Your efforts will simplify colleague technology experiences, enhance Service Catalogue journeys, improve the Employee Centre, and modernize workflows. STL operates through SAFe-aligned feature teams, driving investment-funded enhancements, business-as-usual improvements, and strategic ServiceNow transformations. What You'll Do: Shape Clear and Actionable Requirements: - Lead requirement discovery sessions with Product Owners, Customer Journey Managers, Tech Leads, Architects, Support Teams, and operational SMEs. - Translate colleague and business needs into structured epics, features, and stories for SAFe teams, ensuring clarity of expected outcomes, dependencies, data needs, and...

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,...

Regional Finance Manager - EMEA Fully Remote 3-Month Contract (Initial) £400-£600+ per day (Inside IR35 / Umbrella flexibility) Overview We're supporting a global organisation operating across 30+ countries with the search for an experienced Regional Finance Manager to lead their EMEA finance operations. This role sits within a high-performing, multinational environment that manages a significant multi-million-dollar budget and supports large-scale operational services across multiple regions. This opportunity is ideal for someone with global or EMEA finance leadership experience , strong FP&A expertise, and the ability to lead teams in a fast-paced, high-growth setting. The Role As the Regional Finance Manager, EMEA , you will lead a team of Financial Analysts and Billing Specialists responsible for budgeting, forecasting, invoicing, and financial governance across the region. You'll play a crucial role in ensuring financial accuracy, building scalable...

We're recruiting on behalf of one of our large Financial Services clients undergoing a significant post-acquisition transformation. They're seeking an experienced and highly organised Senior Project Manager to drive the execution of a Post-Acquisition Data Integration Programme. The successful candidate will bring strong experience across data governance, GDPR, data protection, and regulatory compliance, and will be comfortable operating in highly regulated Financial Services environments. This role requires someone who can bridge the gap between technical and business teams-translating complex, technical documentation into clear, accessible business language that enables informed decision-making across the organisation. You will be responsible for delivering high-quality, concise reporting to stakeholders at all levels, including senior leadership, ensuring transparency, progress tracking, and effective risk and issue management. This is not a purely oversight role. We are...