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...

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,...

Talent Finance are supporting a highly respected and strategically important organisation in the appointment of an experienced Senior Finance Manager on an 18 month contract. This is a genuinely influential position suited to someone who enjoys working at the intersection of finance, strategy and delivery, using strong analytical thinking and financial modelling expertise to bring clarity and insight to complex decision making. You will step into a visible leadership role, supporting senior stakeholders while leading a capable finance team responsible for delivering accurate insight, strong governance and meaningful financial analysis that drives performance. The Role You will sit at the centre of financial activity, ensuring high quality financial information is produced, understood and used to support key operational and strategic outcomes. Alongside this, you will help shape finance processes, strengthen controls and drive continuous improvement across the function....

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...

Position: Portfolio Manager Location: Warwick, or Wokingham (Hybrid - 1-2 days per week onsite) Day Rate: 600 - 625 per day (Umbrella) Initial 6-month contract with likely extensions About The Role: We are supporting a major UK energy system operator in the search for an experienced Portfolio Manager to join their Enterprise Portfolio Office. The client is a government-backed organisation responsible for planning and coordinating the country's energy infrastructure and transition to net zero , making this a high-profile and impactful portfolio role. The successful candidate will operate within a large and fast-moving portfolio environment of over 700 programmes and projects , with more than 50 active initiatives and programmes valuing as much as 65+ million . This role combines strategic portfolio oversight with hands-on operational management , focusing on portfolio assurance, benefits realisation, and financial reporting across complex...

Data Migration Project Manager Contract Daily Rate: 500 - 600 Contract Length: 12 months Worthing - Hybrid working - 2/3 days onsite per week About Us: Our client is a leading organisation in the data management space, seeking an experienced Data Migration Project Manager to lead critical migration projects. If you're a results-driven professional with a passion for data and migration strategies, we want to hear from you! Key Responsibilities: 1. End-to-End Migration Delivery: Lead the delivery of QlikView, QlikSense, and SAP BW migrations. Own the entire migration lifecycle, encompassing discovery, planning, design, building, validation, business acceptance, and decommissioning. Ensure all migrations align with the strategic Data Platform and Power BI architecture. Drive phased data product releases to mitigate risks associated with "big bang" migrations. 2. Migration Strategy, Rationalisation & Prioritisation: Conduct a comprehensive discovery of 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: 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...

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 : Programme Manager Contract : Initial 12-Month Contract with potential to extend . Location : London (1-2 days in office) Rate : 650 inside umbrella OR 107K+Bonus Role Purpose: You will take the helm in delivering a crucial workstream within a multi-year transformation programme, working alongside a dynamic team of project managers. Your expertise will be key in planning, execution, and ensuring alignment with stakeholders to drive successful outcomes. Key Responsibilities: Workstream Ownership & Delivery Accountability Spearhead the delivery of...

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...

Job Title: Senior Finance Manager - SC Location: Green Park, Reading (3 days on site) Contract Duration : 18 Months Daily Rate: £72.66 - £77.20/hr (Umbrella Maximum) IR35 Status: Inside IR35 Security Clearance : SC & British citizenship Minimum Requirement: Strong budgeting experience Strong reporting experience Strong stakeholder management skills at all levels internal and external Reporting to senior stakeholder MOD/Defence experience Various Analysis Public sector Experience of executive reporting Strong accounting experience Oracle fusion/ERP system Highly desirable not essential Transformation experience desirable Oracle Fusion EPBCS Highly desirable but not essential Security Clearance: SC 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...

Project Manager 6 Months - Contract Warwick (2 days a week on site) Are you ready to take on a pivotal role in transforming the utilities sector? Our client is seeking a dynamic Project Manager to join their Major Programme Delivery (MPD) team within the Transformation & Major Projects Directorate. This is your chance to contribute to high-impact initiatives that align with strategic objectives and enhance governance and outcomes! Key Responsibilities: As a Project Manager, you will: Define project scope, goals, and deliverables that resonate with business objectives in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders. Ensure timely delivery of projects within scope and budget. Develop comprehensive project plans and schedules, managing dependencies and critical paths. Organize and allocate resources effectively, guiding project team members and assigning responsibilities. Coordinate with internal teams and external vendors to achieve...

Programme Delivery Manager 12-Month Contract Day Rate: Circa 600, negotiable (via approved umbrella) Location: Bristol, Tipton or Castle Donington ( Hybrid - 1 day per week in office + monthly visit to Castle Donington if not based there) About The Role We are seeking an experienced Programme Delivery Manager to join our high-profile utilities client in leading the coordination and delivery of approximately 200 structured Investment Decision Packs (IDPs) as part of a major regulatory business plan submission to Ofgem. This role is focused on orchestrating delivery , not necessarily writing the investment cases. You will ensure all packs progress through defined milestones, governance and assurance processes, maintaining quality and pace across a high-value portfolio. Key Responsibilities Own and manage the end-to-end IDP delivery process Maintain portfolio tracking and provide clear reporting Coordinate cross-functional teams across Regulation,...

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...

We are working in partnership with a global Energy provider. We are currently recruiting for a Site Manager to work in a Solar Farm near Dundee. The Site Manager role comes with a rate of 650- 750 per day. Key skills Oversee and coordinate on-site works across multiple subcontractors Act as owner's representative, ensuring compliance with plans and WPM processes Monitor progress, resources, and schedules to prevent delays Participate in weekly meetings and validate EPC progress reports Ensure ongoing HSE compliance and correct unsafe conditions Support quality inspections, documentation, and records Assist with identification and closure of NCRs Contribute to construction planning and continuous improvement Location, remuneration and timeframe of the Site Manager role Dundee 650- 750 per day 9-12 months Astute People are acting as an employment business in relation to this vacancy. We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability,...

Job Title: NEC Supervisor Location: Based in our Leiston office Vacancy Overview: Are you looking for a career which is rewarding, at the cutting edge of project development and where you can really make a difference? Come and join our expanding Sizewell C (SZC) team and work on one of the most exciting and largest megaprojects in the UK, whilst being at the forefront of the UK's climate change agenda and energy policy. Following on from the success of Hinkley Point C (HPC), the SZC Project is a nuclear new build project in Suffolk, which has obtained planning approval and Government financing support. The project has started construction and is now seeking private investment. When completed, it will provide dependable electricity to 6 million homes for 60 years, which along with renewables, will support Britain to achieve Net Zero by 2050. Overview Essential role requiring previous NEC works contract experience, civil engineering, MCHW and H&S experience to support...

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: Lead Tax Manager Location: Hybrid can be based anywhere in the UK, with % attendance at a local office London, Birmingham, Bristol, Newcastle, Reading and York (team locations include York, Cambridge, Manchester, Carlisle) Contract Duration: 6 Months Daily Rate: £600/day (Umbrella Maximum) IR35 Status: Inside IR35 The Lead Tax Manager will provide senior-level tax expertise across the Group, covering the organisation and its Arm s Length Bodies. The post holder acts as the lead specialist for IR35, taxable benefits, and corporation tax, while supporting VAT compliance as part of the wider Compliance & Financial Accounting Team. The role spans operational tax work, process improvement, advisory activity, and stakeholder engagement, including interactions with HMRC and the Government Tax Centre of Excellence. Key Responsibilities Lead IR35 compliance across the Group, setting and maintaining robust processes and guidance. Oversee data capture and...