Finstech are pleased to advertise an exciting temporary opportunity for an experienced Locum Property Lawyer on behalf of our client. The successful candidate will provide a comprehensive legal service to council members and officers, delivering high-quality, accurate legal advice across a range of matters relating to local authority work. Working under the direction of the Heads of Legal Services, the Locum Property Lawyer will manage their own caseload efficiently using case management, time recording, and electronic records management systems. This is a varied and dynamic role that includes advising at business meetings, council committees and sub-committees, and supporting the wider legal team. The role may also require attendance at court, tribunals, or public inquiries as necessary. This is a temporary, full time (37 hours a week), fully remote role offering £75 an hour for a qualified legal professional with a strong background in property law and local authority work....

Job Title: Legal Entity Project Manager Location: London/ Hybrid Salary/Rate: 500- 600 inside IR35 Start Date: June Job Type: Contract - Inside IR35 We are looking for an experienced Project Manager to support a legal entity transformation project. The role will focus on managing project governance, planning, financials, reporting and RAID management, while supporting delivery of the legal steps plan and wider project milestones. Key experience required: Previous experience managing legal entity projects, such as restructuring, entity rationalisation, HQ relocation or operating model change Strong Project Manager / PMO background Experience managing project plans, budgets, risks, issues, dependencies and status reporting Ability to support and drive delivery of a legal steps plan Strong governance, controls and senior stakeholder management experience Experience working with legal, finance, tax, compliance and business teams Strong analytical and reporting skills...

The Senior Quantity Surveyor will manage the commercial aspects of a 50M Civils and utilities package on a major framework package in Kent. They will work within the commercial team, liaising with all project sections, and report to the Commercial Manager. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong commercial acumen, problem-solving skills, and effective communication. A flexible work approach is welcomed. This is an Immediate start freelance role for 6-12 months and paid PAYE UMBRELLA Hybrid working is available with 2 days per week from home. Previous Main Contractor Experience on civils framework highly desirable Essential experience in NEC 4 option E (option A / B subcontract packages also relevant) Experience in subcontract packages and direct labour management required. Responsibilities include: Managing commercial personnel responsible for contract and subcontract administration, supply chain management, document control, cost control, commercial...

Job Title: Business Analyst Location: London (Hybrid) Day Rate: 550 - 700 (Experience dependant) Duration: 12 Months Working Pattern: Full Time About Our Client: Our client is a leading financial services organization with a rich history of delivering innovative financial solutions to corporations, institutions, and affluent individuals globally. With a commitment to excellence and a strong focus on community impact, they foster a collaborative and inclusive work culture. The Team: Join the COO Strategic Execution Team, dedicated to driving change projects across the organization. This team focuses on transforming operating models through the implementation of new technologies, process improvements, and organizational redesign across multiple locations. Role Overview: As a Business Analyst, you will play a crucial role in supporting the development and implementation of the Operating Model. Your responsibilities will include: Collaborating on the confirmation...

Project Manager - Tax Related Project 6 Month Contract - Initial London Remote Working 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. We are happy to be recruiting for one of our high-profile Banking clients. They are currently looking for a Project Manager to join them for an initial 6-month contract. However, there may be scope for extension. Role Requirements: Own and coordinate tax related project delivery across Fund Accounting Tax and Custody Tax workstreams, ensuring alignment to overall Project Intrepid timelines and milestones. Act as the central point of coordination between tax SMEs,...

Supply Chain Lead (Procurement - Major Infrastructure) Remote (90%) with occasional travel to Warwick & project sites Contract: 6 months (initial) Day Rate: From 650 per day (via Umbrella) The Opportunity: We're supporting a major UK energy infrastructure organisation delivering critical projects across hydrogen and carbon capture - key areas driving the UK's transition to a low-carbon future. They are looking for an experienced Supply Chain Lead to play a pivotal role during the early project (FEED) phase , leading procurement activity and establishing the frameworks that will underpin large-scale infrastructure delivery. This is a high-impact role where you will shape procurement strategy, build frameworks from the ground up, and engage with top-tier suppliers across complex, high-value programmes. The Role: As Supply Chain Lead, you will take ownership of procurement strategy and delivery across early-stage infrastructure projects. Key...

Job Title: Senior / Lead Commissioning Engineer - Transmission Project (Creag Dhubh) Location: Creag Dhubh Sector: Power Transmission / T&D Job Type: Contract (LTD) Start Date: ASAP End Date: 29/03/2027 Hours: 10-hour days Rate: Up to 1,100 per day DOE Overview: We are seeking a highly experienced Senior / Lead Commissioning Engineer to support delivery on the Creag Dhubh transmission project. This role is suited to a seasoned commissioning professional with a strong track record operating at lead level within UK HV transmission environments. Role Requirements: Minimum 5 years' experience operating as a Lead Commissioning Engineer 20+ years' experience within HV transmission substations Proven experience commissioning primary and secondary plant up to 400kV Strong background working on UK transmission projects (National Grid / SSEN preferred) Extensive knowledge of commissioning procedures, safety rules, and live substation environments Responsibilities: Leading...

Procurement Specialist - IT, M&A, Separation & Divestment We are seeking an experienced Procurement Specialist to support complex transformation programmes across IT, M&A, separation, and divestment activities. This is an inside IR35 contract role. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially focused procurement professional with strong stakeholder management skills and experience operating within fast-paced, changing environments. Key Responsibilities Lead procurement activities across IT and business transformation programmes Support mergers, acquisitions, separations, and divestments from a procurement perspective Manage supplier negotiations, contract reviews, and sourcing activities Coordinate Transition Service Agreements (TSAs) and supplier exit plans Identify cost-saving opportunities while maintaining operational continuity Work closely with legal, finance, IT, and programme teams to manage procurement risks and dependencies Build and...

Interim Group Accountant (Audit Close Project) Consumer Tech Brand Immediate Start The Client Harmonic are delighted to be partnering with one of Europe's most exciting consumer technology brands to hire several high-calibre Interim Group Accountants to support the completion of their Group Audit. This is a highly visible assignment working directly with senior leadership and external auditors to help drive the audit process over the line during a critical reporting period. The business operates globally, with finance and operational teams across the UK and Asia, and requires individuals who can combine strong technical accounting expertise with excellent stakeholder management and project delivery skills. The Role Our client is looking for experienced audit specialists who can hit the ground running and proactively manage outstanding audit items across multiple workstreams. This is a short-term engagement with an immediate start required and potential...

Lead Test Engineer - Inside IR35 - 600 to 640 per day via umbrella - 12-month contract - SC Clearance is essential (Experience in driving or supporting transformation from monolithic systems to distributed micro-services architectures in Java - is essential) Start date - 25/05/2026 is essential Leeds or Manchester based - in the office not home based Essential Skills & Experience: Technical Expertise: Strong experience designing and implementing test strategies for microservices environments Hands-on automation experience using: o Java, Selenium, Rest Assured o API, contract, and integration testing ( Experience working with monolith and microservices systems is essential) Knowledge of: o CI/CD pipelines o Spring Boot-based applications o Performance testing fundamentals Modern Testing Practices: o Contract testing, API testing, and asynchronous messaging (e.g. Kafka) o Non-functional testing (performance, accessibility) Experience...

Job Title: Strategic Relationship Manager Location: Hybrid/Remote Ad hoc travel to meetings ( occasionally ) IR35: Inside Contract Duration : 12 Months Daily Rate : £ 650/day (Umbrella Maximum) IR35 Status: Inside IR35 Essential experience and knowledge Proven experience in strategic relationship management, partnership management or senior stakeholder engagement roles. Construction sector experience or strong working knowledge, including supply chains, delivery environments and commercial drivers. Experience of working within, or closely with, the public sector / government environment, with an understanding of governance, assurance and accountability. Demonstrated ability to operate effectively in complex, multi stakeholder settings, balancing competing priorities and interests. Skills and capabilities Strong strategic thinking, able to set direction, identify opportunities and manage issues proactively rather than reactively. Excellent relationship...

Role: Project Controls Manager Position: Contract Location: Based in our London or Suffolk office with hybrid working available - Travel to Paris will also be required Days on Site: 3 (TBC) Duration: Ongoing, Initial CED 31/12/2026, rolling contract thereafter Pay: up to 650 PAYE/ 940 U mbrella 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...

DV Cleared Infrastructure Tester - 6 months+ extensions, 500- 600pd DOE - Full time on site (Hampshire) Looking for a High Level clearance/ DV Cleared Tester with good knowledge of Windows and Linux operating systems, together with the experience of working within a multi-disciplined engineering team. You will leverage your knowledge of integration frameworks to support the continuous integration, deployment, and testing of new features across complex environments. Hands on experience in infrastructure engineering, including the testing, deployment, and maintenance of robust, scalable systems. Direct experience testing and integrating any of the following: Identity and access management (IDAM) systems including role based access control (RBAC) Public key infrastructure (PKI) Server monitoring, audit and patch deployment Key Duties and Responsibilities Running manual tests using the project approved tools. Interpretation of test results and preliminary investigation...

PRINCIPAL TRANSPORT PLANNER 1 year contract Hybrid working Qualifications, Skills & Experience Degree level qualification or equivalent experience Membership of professional organisation At least 7 years transport planning experience Extensive Transport Planning experience, demonstrating practical and theoretical specialist knowledge Experience in managing/training members of staff Excellent written and verbal communication skills Ability to prioritise workload and delegate tasks Experience of working with computer-based systems including Microsoft programmes Ability to work on own initiative Role Specific Requirements Write, check and approve technical reports such as Transport Assessments, Transport Statements, Travel Plans and Technical Notes. Good understanding or modelling packages and methodologies to calculate trip generation and distributions Support preparation of and approve technical drawings where appropriate Experience in preparing...

Our client is a dynamic, fast growing data centre Construction Support Consultant operating both in the UK and internationally. They have grown rapidly and have earned a fantastic reputation across DC expansion projects, white space and hyper scale dc schemes To support these exciting schemes they are looking for an MEP Design Manager to join the team The Design Manager will oversee and coordinate the design aspects of construction projects from inception to completion. Your primary responsibility will be to ensure that the design meets our clients requirements, adheres to regulatory standards, and offer value engineering solutions. You will collaborate with architects, engineers, contractors, and the project team to develop and implement design strategies that align with project goals. Additionally, the Design Manager will coordinate with external designers for each project and report any design risks to the Projects Director. The ideal applicant will be from an...

Job Title: Commercial Lead Location: Manchester (with regular travel to Leeds weekly/fortnightly) (60% on site) Contract Duration : 31/3/27 Daily Rate: £ 700/day (Umbrella Maximum) IR35 Status: Inside IR35 Key Responsibilities Provide strategic commercial leadership across a high-profile digital programme Lead and support delivery model assessment at a programme/enterprise level Manage and influence senior stakeholders (Director level through to operational teams) Ensure strong programme governance, assurance, and compliance Support and oversee end-to-end procurement activity Work across cross-functional teams to drive alignment and delivery outcomes Operate effectively in a high-visibility, assurance-driven environment Essential Experience HMT Green Book business cases (hands-on experience essential) Public Accounts (PA) 2023 exposure Working within large, complex public sector programmes End-to-end procurement and commercial...

Job Title: Environmental Advisor Location: Based in our Suffolk office Salary: TBC- DOE Contract Length:31.03.2027- Opportunity to be extended after 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. Job Purpose / Overview We are looking for...

Lead Strategic Rail Planner Client: Network Rail Location: Stratford, London (Hybrid - approx. 50% attendance) Contract Length: Up to 6 months Day Rate: Up to £720 per day (see rate guidance below) IR35 Status: Inside IR35 Security Clearance: BPSS required Deadline for CVs: Friday 8th May (4:00pm) Interview Process: 1-stage (Teams) The Opportunity Network Rail is seeking an experienced Lead Strategic Rail Planner to take ownership of a high-profile mainline route study, supporting early-stage development and long-term strategic rail planning. This is a rail strategic planning role - not delivery or project planning. You will act as the intelligent client, leading and integrating multiple technical disciplines to shape future rail infrastructure decisions. Key Responsibilities Lead and deliver a strategic rail route study end-to-end Provide direction across early-stage development and long-term planning Coordinate and integrate technical workstreams, including:...

Job Title: Ecological Clerk of Works (ECoW) Location: Scotland and Northern England (including remote and rural sites) Job Type: Full-Time - Contract or Permanent Experience Required: Minimum 5 years About the Role We are seeking an experienced Ecological Clerk of Works (ECoW) to support infrastructure projects by ensuring ecological protection and regulatory compliance throughout construction and maintenance activities. This role involves working across remote and environmentally sensitive locations, requiring regular travel and the ability to operate effectively in challenging outdoor conditions. Key Responsibilities Provide on-site ecological supervision and guidance across all project phases Monitor contractor activities to ensure ecological compliance and best practice Undertake habitat surveys and protected species monitoring in varied environments Develop and implement site-specific ecological management and mitigation plans Deliver toolbox talks and...

M&E Senior Project manager Sector: Data Centres Client side Location: Newport Great opportunity to work on multiple projects in a live data centre ensuring project are managed and handed back in a timely manner. As the post holder, you will be expected to have expertise in working within mission critical facilities such as complex Tier 3 or above Data Centres. A definitive understanding of building services systems, contingency procedures and be proactive in passing on this knowledge through development of the engineering team. The Project Manager will be ensuring the required standards are met and exceeded when operating critical infrastructure and reducing the down time on Projects within that operating paradigm To ensure the highest engineering standards are achieved and maintained at all times by both 3rd party specialist and engineering staff alike. To oversee competencies of 3rd party specialist and engineering staff, train, coach and mentor the...