Interim Finance Manager Insurance merger integration Location: Hybrid / Office 12 month ASAP Start About the Role Critical interim opportunity to support the financial integration of an insurance company merger. This role combines high-level technical accounting expertise with hands-on consolidation delivery, working closely with the FC, CFO, external auditors, and finance teams. You'll be the technical lead on business combination accounting, group consolidation, and merger integration planning under UK GAAP (FRS 102/FRS 103) and Solvency-UK. Key Responsibilities Lead technical accounting for the merger including business combination accounting, acquisition accounting, goodwill, fair value adjustments, and consolidation treatment under FRS 102/FRS 103 Consolidate multiple trial balances into group financial model, performing intercompany eliminations and accounting policy adjustments Prepare technical accounting memos for auditors and governance committees...

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 : 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,...

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, analyze...

Java Developer Contract Daily Rate: Up to 700 (inside IR35 via umbrella) Contract Length: 12 months Hybrid working - 3 days in Chester per week and 2 days remote working Are you an experienced Java Developer looking for an exciting opportunity to advance your career? Our client, a leading organisation in the financial sector, is seeking a skilled Java Developer to join their dynamic team. This is a temporary contract role that offers the flexibility of hybrid working, allowing you to maintain a healthy work-life balance while contributing to innovative software solutions. Key Responsibilities: Develop, enhance, debug, support, maintain, and test software applications that align with business unit needs. Participate in the design, development, and implementation of complex applications, utilising new technologies. Provide technical direction and system architecture for projects, ensuring high-quality deliverables. Lead projects and coordinate activities of team...

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: Senior Business Change Lead Location: Warwick / Hybrid - two days on site Monday & Thursday Duration: 6 months with scope to extend Overview At the heart of the UK's critical national infrastructure within the utilities sector, the organisation delivers essential services that power homes, businesses, and the wider economy. As the network evolves to meet future demands, cyber security is vital to ensuring resilience, safety, and reliability. Within the Cyber Security Programme, the Senior Business Change Lead shapes, leads, and delivers...

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...

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...

Project Controls Manager Contract Data Centre London Hybrid We re looking for an experienced Project Controls Manager to support a major data centre programme in the UK. This is a leadership-focused contract role for someone with strong data centre / mission-critical experience , with responsibility for overseeing project controls governance, reporting, risk, change, and performance across a complex delivery environment. We re looking for someone who can operate at senior level, work closely with clients and leadership teams, and bring clear structure, insight, and control to project delivery. Essential: Proven Project Controls Manager experience Strong data centre background Leadership across reporting, governance, risk, and change UK project experience Osirian Consulting is committed to working with our clients to promote equality and diversity in the workplace. We encourage and welcome applicants from all backgrounds and all sections of...

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 : Financial Crime Technical Business Analyst Contract : Initial 6-Month Contract with potential to extend . Location : London (2 days in office) Rate : 550 - 650 inside umbrella The Technical Business Analyst (TBA) is responsible for managing and maintaining the change lifecycle for the Financial Crime transaction risk analysis and fraud prevention platform. This role involves overseeing project deliverables, driving project management activities, and ensuring effective communication and stakeholder engagement across both business and technical team. The Technical...

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 : Senior Project Manager Contract : Initial 6-Month Contract. Location : Windsor - Hybrid (twice a month in office) Rate : 550 - 600 inside umbrella About the Role: We are looking for an experienced Project Manager to lead a portfolio of transformation initiatives within LRECS as part of the wider Group Functions change agenda. This role will provide dedicated delivery leadership across several concurrent projects, ensuring clear ownership, strong governance and predictable outcomes. The focus is on safely landing complex, cross-functional change that spans...

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: Senior Data Engineer Location: Warwick (Hybrid Working) Contract: 6 Months Role Overview Our client is seeking a skilled Senior Data Engineer to lead the design, development, and maintenance of data integration solutions and data warehouse environments. This role will focus on building and optimising ETL/ELT pipelines, supporting data warehousing initiatives, and ensuring the quality, performance, and reliability of large-scale data systems. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with data architects, analysts, and developers to drive data...

Quantity Surveyor HS2 Rail & Civils Location: West Ruislip / North Ruislip (HS2 Site Office) Rate: 500 - 600 per day ( Inside IR35 ) Working Pattern: Hybrid (3 Days On-Site / 2 Days WFH) Sector: Rail & Heavy Civil Engineering Client: Tier 1 Main Contractor / JV The Opportunity: We are looking for an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join a Tier 1 flagship project on the HS2 central section. Based out of the West Ruislip/North Ruislip hubs, you will be responsible for the commercial management of multi-million-pound work packages spanning major rail infrastructure and heavy civil engineering. This is a long-term contract opportunity offering a market-leading day rate and a flexible hybrid working model, perfect for a commercial professional used to the fast-paced environment of a "mega-project." Key Responsibilities & Duties Working as part of a high-performing commercial team, your duties will include: NEC4 Contract Administration: Manage...

Location: National Grid Melksham Substation, Wiltshire Start Date: 13th April 2026 End Date: 13th October 2026 Hours: 08:00 - 17:30 (5 days per week) Job Type: Temporary Contract Rate: 650- 700 per day (Umbrella) IR35 Status: Inside IR35 (LTD not permitted) Overview of the Role: This position involves taking responsibility for the successful delivery of critical energy infrastructure schemes within a well-established utilities and infrastructure business. The role sits within the energy division and focuses on projects spanning electricity transmission, distribution networks, renewable developments, and new customer connections. You will manage projects from initial planning through to completion, ensuring delivery is safe, on schedule, within financial targets, and meets required quality standards. The role supports major UK energy clients such as National Grid, SSE, UK Power Networks, and SSEN, across a diverse portfolio of transmission, distribution, and substation construction...

Interim Head of Community Learning Disability Team Purpose of Job: Interim Head of Community Learning Disability Team Interim Head of Community Learning Disability Team To be responsible to the RBG Assistant Director for: Interim Head of Community Learning Disability Team Providing senior leadership, influencing service design and delivery work in partnership will all stakeholders to develop the strategic plan necessary to shape the future of CLDT in Adult Services and to ensure that overall costs are not increased. Developing and deriving integrated service models which address inequalities for people accessing Learning Disabilities Services and improving their health and wellbeing outcomes. Providing excellent leadership, direction and effective management of the resources, and finances ensuring professional standards and best practice act as key drivers within a culture of improvement, value for money and safe practice. Leading and developing staff so as...

Planners (project controls) Data Centres UK Primavera P6 We re looking for experienced Planners for a contract role on major data centre projects in the UK and/or Europe. This will suit someone who knows how to manage programmes on fast-paced, technically complex builds , and has solid experience across data centres, MEP, commissioning, and live delivery environments . You ll be responsible for building and managing programmes in Primavera P6 , tracking progress, spotting delays and risks early, and giving the delivery team clear planning support throughout the project. What you ll be doing Building, updating, and managing detailed programmes in Primavera P6 Managing baseline, live, and recovery schedules Producing Level 3 / Level 4 programmes Tracking progress, analysing the critical path, and flagging risks Working closely with PMs, site teams, subcontractors, commercial teams, and clients Reviewing subcontractor programmes against the...

Job Title: Senior Category Manager - SC Location: Reading (2-3 days/week on site) Contract Duration : 8 Months Daily Rate: £77.20/hr(Umbrella Maximum) IR35 Status : Inside IR35 Security Clearance: SC & Sole Uk National Essential Requirements: Significant Public Sector Procurement experience (5+ years) Supplier Relationship skills Facility Management (FM) or Works experience (Must have) Not necessarily heavy construction but definitely FM. NEC Experience or at least a good understanding of how it operates Good working knowledge of how a contract operates Must have led/delivered procurement projects in a highly regulated, complex, environment.Need someone with real doing experience. Project is in Procurement stage - Needs analysis stage to contract stage Key Accountabilities: Develop and implement Category Strategies for assigned sub-group of categories, balancing short and long-term objectives to meet business strategy and...

Randstad UK CPE team is looking to onboard an experienced Project Manager in Oil, Gas and Defence Projects in Cannock, West Midlands. Job Title : Project Manager - Power Systems Division Location : Cannock, West Midlands Contract : Temp Pay : TBD About the Job We are looking for a high-caliber Project Manager to lead the end-to-end delivery of complex, high-value engineering projects. You will be the bridge between technical excellence and commercial success, ensuring that client' bespoke power solutions are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest safety standards. Responsibilities Take full ownership of the project lifecycle-from initial engineering concepts and detailed design through to procurement, site installation, and final commissioning. Act as the primary point of contact for customers while coordinating internally with Sales, Engineering, Procurement, and Senior Leadership. Manage project schedules, resource allocation, and budgets...

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...