Portfolio Manager - Financial Services
Hays Specialist Recruitment - London, London
£626 to £626 a day
ContractFull time
Portfolio Manager Rate: £626 per day INSIDE Location: Remote Contract length: 6 months Clearance: BPSS Start date: ASAP Your new company You will be working with a Financial Services end client, supporting a portfolio of exit-related projects in a heavily governed environment. Your new role As Portfolio Manager, you will oversee and support a number of Project Managers delivering exit-related projects. These will cover areas including decommissioning, data extraction, data mapping, data cleansing and TUPE. The role requires strong ownership and coordination across multiple teams and suppliers, alongside effective governance, commercial management and executive-level reporting. Key responsibilities Support and coordinate Project Managers delivering a portfolio of exit-related projects. Oversee activities covering decommissioning, data extraction, mapping and cleansing. Coordinate internal SMEs, customer teams, third-party suppliers, architects, security teams and data owners. Own RAID management, decision logs and action tracking. Deliver clear executive reporting. Manage budgets and maintain strong commercial oversight. Manage audit evidence within a heavily governed programme environment. Support data management and issue resolution across the portfolio. Provide oversight of data activities including source-to-target mapping, profiling, reconciliation, validation and data quality assessments. Essential skills and experience Portfolio management experience within heavily governed programmes. Previous exit or transition experience in a data-focused environment. Experience of banking or Financial Services data initiatives. Strong experience of data extraction and data management. Understanding of: Source-to-target mapping Data profiling Reconciliation Data validation Data quality assessments Experience coordinating internal SMEs, customer teams, third-party suppliers, architects, security teams and data owners. Demonstrable ownership of RAID management, decision logs and action tracking. Strong executive reporting capability. Strong contractual and commercial acumen. Budget management experience. Experience managing audit evidence. Strong stakeholder management skills. Excellent attention to detail. What you'll get in return Rate: £626 per day Contract: 6 months Working arrangement: Remote IR35: Inside IR35 The opportunity to support a portfolio of data-focused exit projects within Financial Services. How to apply If you're interested in this opportunity, apply with your latest CV, availability and preferred location. If this role isn't quite right for you, please get in touch for a confidential discussion about similar opportunities. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
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ServiceNow Business Analyst
Hays Specialist Recruitment - London, London
£667 to £667 a day
ContractFull time
ServiceNow Business Analyst | Government Body | Contract Rate: Up to £667 per day INSIDE Location: Remote Contract length: 6 Months Clearance: BPSS & Active SC Clearance Start: ASAP Your new company You will be supporting a government body on a ServiceNow requirement, replacing an existing contractor. Your new role We are looking for a technically focused ServiceNow Business Analyst with strong, demonstrable hands-on CSDM experience. You will work closely with ServiceNow developers, architects and technical teams, translating technical and business requirements into clear user stories and acceptance criteria. A strong technical understanding of CMDB, service modelling and ServiceNow architecture/data structures is essential. Key responsibilities Gather and translate technical and business requirements into clear user stories and acceptance criteria. Work closely with ServiceNow developers, architects and technical teams. Apply strong CSDM knowledge to support service modelling requirements. Use your understanding of CMDB and ServiceNow data structures to support technical requirements. Support the wider ServiceNow requirement within the government body. Essential skills and experience Strong ServiceNow Business Analyst experience. Demonstrable hands-on CSDM experience. Good technical understanding of CMDB. Strong understanding of service modelling. Good technical understanding of ServiceNow architecture and data structures. Proven ability to translate technical and business requirements into user stories and acceptance criteria. Comfortable working closely with ServiceNow developers, architects and technical teams. Ability to meet BPSS & SC compliance requirements. Desirable skills and experience Previous government experience. Existing security clearance. What you'll get in return Rate of up to £667 per day. Opportunity to support a ServiceNow requirement within a government body. Contract length: 6 Months Working arrangement: Remote Working How to apply If you're interested in this opportunity, apply with your latest CV, availability and preferred location. If this role isn't quite right for you, please get in touch for a confidential discussion about similar opportunities. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
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Finance Analyst (Pensions)
Hays Specialist Recruitment - Wembley, London
£49,590 to £60,393 a year
PermanentFull time
Finance Analyst - Pensions London Borough of Brent £49,590 - 60,393 (depending on experience as per the JD) Permanent 3 days a week in the office, 2 days from home Wembley Your new company At London Borough of Brent, finance is more than just producing the accounts - it's about enabling transformation, safeguarding public resources, and helping shape the future of our borough. Working closely with colleagues across the council to ensure that financial insight is at the heart of decision-making. Their work is grounded in fairness, inclusion, and respect, and great pride is taken in creating a team environment where every voice is heard, and every success is celebrated. These values are not just aspirations - they are embedded in how they lead, how they support each other, and how they deliver for Brent's communities. Your new role You will support the Senior Finance Analyst with production of timely and accurate financial reports for the Pension Fund, including annual accounts and the annual report, while ensuring the financial ledger reconciles with relevant records for LGPS and Teachers' Pensions contributions and payments. You will ensure income and expenditure are completely and correctly reported within the Fund's accounts, resolve ledger issues where applicable, provide monitoring information to assist in the management of the Fund, and process year end adjustments including accruals and valuations. The role will also involve completing notes to the pension fund accounts with high quality working papers, responding promptly to auditors' queries, completing statutory and statistical data returns, and supporting the production of reports for Pension Fund Committees and Boards. What you need to succeed The ideal candidate will be a part-qualified accountant or hold an AAT qualification, with previous experience working within a pension fund environment. A genuine curiosity about the funding mechanisms of local government and a commitment to staying informed on statutory regulations are essential. While experience in local government is advantageous, we also welcome applications from individuals with backgrounds in other public sector organisations, charities/not-for-profit organisations, or the commercial sector, provided they have relevant pensions experience. What you'll get in return Competitive salary The opportunity to join the Local Government Pension Scheme Generous holiday entitlements starting from 27 days' holiday a year A full range of family-friendly policies, including generous maternity and paternity entitlements and childcare schemes Flexible working patterns, including hybrid working Training and development opportunities Good travel links in and out of Wembley and a range of cost saving travel schemes Access to My Brent Rewards, our dedicated website for staff with big brand discounts and local offers Work at the outstanding state-of-the-art Brent Civic Centre The closing date will be 29 th November. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and we reserve the right to close the vacancy early should a suitable candidate be identified. We therefore encourage early applications and advise candidates not to wait until the closing date to apply. The salary quoted is the full salary range for the role. Starting salary will typically be appointed at a point within the range, with progression subject to performance and organisational policy. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
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Group Finance Manager (Listed Hospitality)
Hays Specialist Recruitment - City of London, London
£70,000 to £85,000 a year
PermanentFull time
Your new company I'm currently partnering with a dynamic and fast-growing hospitality group with ambitious expansion plans across Europe. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a business at a pivotal stage of growth. Reporting into senior finance leadership, you'll play a key role across group reporting, consolidations, statutory requirements, and coordinating the audit, while partnering with stakeholders across the wider business. They are seeking someone ACA/ACCA qualified within a group accountant position currently (open on sector!). IFRS, group reporting and audit coordination/liaison experience is a must. Short notice is advantageous! Your new role Reporting to the Group Finance Director, your key responsibilities will include: Lead reviews of month-end close for the group entities Prepare the monthly and annual group consolidation, including intercompany reconciliation and eliminations. Support preparation of statutory accounts and external reporting Prepare management accounts packs and submit to the Group Finance Director Manage intercompany accounting and complex group structures Ensure compliance with IFRS and relevant accounting standards Plan and coordinate the annual external audit, act as auditors' main day-to-day contact Drive improvements across reporting processes and controls Support ad hoc group finance and commercial projects Teamworking and liaising with the wider finance team to complete deadlines and coaching them on accounting treatments and regulations is essential Potential direct reports Support the FP&A team for budgeting, forecasting & analysis What you'll need to succeed You'll be a qualified finance professional (ACA/ACCA) with group / multi-entity reporting expertise. IFRS exposure and experience being a key liaison for external auditors is a must. Short notice is advantageous for this role. What you'll get in return You'll be joining a business at an exciting time of transformation and growth, with the chance to make a tangible impact. The CFO is highly supportive of internal development, and the culture is collaborative and forward-thinking. The role offers a competitive salary of £70,000 - £85,000, depending on experience. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
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Senior Management Accountant (Retail)
Hays Specialist Recruitment - City of London, London
£65,000 to £75,000 a year
PermanentFull time
Your new company A well-established and growing fashion retailer is looking to appoint a Senior Management Accountant into its London finance team. Operating across both retail and e-commerce channels, the business has built a strong brand presence and continues to invest in growth, innovation, and its people. This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative finance function in a broad role that offers strong exposure to senior stakeholders and clear progression opportunities. Your new role Reporting into the Financial Controller, you will take ownership of the management accounts process while supporting commercial decision-making across the business. Key responsibilities will include: Preparing accurate and timely monthly management accounts Ownership of month-end close and balance sheet reconciliations Delivering insightful variance analysis against budget and forecast Supporting the budgeting and forecasting processes Partnering with key stakeholders across retail, e-commerce and head office functions Assisting with cash flow reporting and working capital analysis Supporting year-end audit requirements Identifying and implementing process improvements across finance Providing financial analysis to support key commercial decisions and strategic initiatives What you'll need to succeed ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified Previous experience preparing management accounts within a retail, fashion, consumer, wholesale or e-commerce environment Strong technical accounting knowledge and attention to detail Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Ability to operate effectively within a fast-paced, changing environment Advanced Excel skills and strong systems capabilities What you'll get in return £65,000 - £75,000 salary Hybrid working arrangement Opportunity to join a recognised fashion retailer during an exciting growth phase Broad role with exposure to senior leadership Collaborative, supportive team culture Clear opportunities for progression and development What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
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Group Financial Accountant (Luxury Fashion)
Hays Specialist Recruitment - City of London, London
£55,000 to £65,000 a year
PermanentFull time
Your New Company I'm currently supporting a well-known luxury fashion retailer looking for a Group Financial Accountant to join the finance function! They are open to ACA's coming straight from a top-tier practice with retail client experience OR ACCA industry-trained retail accountants. This role is a nice blend of statutory management accounts, tax compliance / VAT, cash flow forecasting and supporting the external audit. Your New Role Reporting into the Finance Director, you'll be responsible for: Financial reporting & control: ownership of the month-end duties ensuring balance sheet integrity and month-end reporting Monthly balance sheet reconciliations, including inventory, fixed assets, accruals, and prepayments Maintaining IFRS financial reporting policies group-wide Stock and WIP reconciliation Support with process improvement and systems optimisation Budget vs actuals variance analysis Cash flow forecasting and control Led statutory audit delivery - primary contact for external auditors Manage quarterly VAT and assist in tracking tax returns Ad hoc projects and analysis as required What You'll Need to Succeed You'll either be: 1) an ACA coming from a Top 6 firm with Retail client experience 2) a retail industry trained ACCA accountant You'll also be a strong communicator who can engage with C-suite & stakeholders, have strong Excel skills, and a strong foundation in UK GAAP & IFRS reporting standards. You'll also be someone with a passion for luxury retail/fashion! What You'll Get in Return Competitive salary of £55,000 - £65,000 + bonus + benefits Exposure to senior leadership and strategic projects Career development in a high-growth, purpose-driven business Interested? Apply now or contact Tahlia Duff at Hays UK to discuss this opportunity further. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
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Financial Controller (Luxury Retail Group)
Hays Specialist Recruitment - City of London, London
£75,000 to £90,000 a year
PermanentFull time
Your new company A high-growth retail group is looking to recruit a Financial Controller to join its London finance team. This is a key leadership role within the business, managing a team of four and taking ownership of financial reporting, controls and the day-to-day running of the finance function. Working closely with senior finance leadership, you will play an important role in ensuring the finance function continues to develop and scale alongside the growth of the wider business. Your new role Key responsibilities include: Managing and developing a team of four Ownership of the month-end close and management reporting process Overseeing statutory reporting, audit and compliance requirements Managing balance sheet reconciliations, cash flow and working capital Ensuring robust financial controls and processes are maintained Driving improvements and efficiencies across finance systems and reporting Partnering with senior stakeholders across the wider business Supporting ad hoc projects as the group continues to grow What you'll need to succeed You will be a qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) with strong financial reporting and controllership experience. You'll have proven team management experience and be comfortable operating in a fast-paced, evolving environment. Experience within retail, consumer or another multi-site environment would be advantageous, alongside a track record of improving processes and controls within a growing business. What you'll get in return You'll receive a salary of £75,000-£90,000 plus benefits, alongside the opportunity to join an ambitious, high-growth retail group in a broad and visible finance leadership role. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV , or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
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Travel & Expense Administrator
Hays Specialist Recruitment - London, London
TemporaryFull time
Your new company You will be joining a well-established global organisation on a 6-month contract with an international presence and a collaborative working environment. The business is looking for an experienced Travel & Expense Administrator to support the day-to-day operation of its global travel, expense and corporate card programmes. Your new role In this varied position, you will support employees across the business with corporate travel bookings, expenses and company card administration. You will work closely with internal teams, travel providers and the organisation's Travel Management Company to resolve queries and ensure a smooth and efficient service. Key responsibilities will include: Supporting the administration of global travel, expense and corporate card programmes. Assisting employees with travel bookings, expense reporting, system access and policy queries. Coordinating booking changes, cancellations and travel-related issues with the Travel Management Company. Supporting corporate card administration, including new cards, credit limit changes,suspensions and cancellations. Monitoring outstanding expense reports, card transactions and unresolved travel and expense items. Reviewing travel and expense activity to ensure compliance with company policies. Maintaining accurate employee, traveller and cardholder information. Preparing reports, reconciliations and tracking logs using Excel. Supporting travel disruptions and higher-risk travel escalations alongside relevant internal teams. Identifying recurring issues and opportunities to improve or streamline processes. Supporting system changes, testing, data clean-up and process improvements. Maintaining procedures, training materials and guidance for employees. What you'll need to succeed You will have experience within corporate travel, expense management, corporate card administration or a similar operations role. You will also have: Previous experience using Concur Travel and/or Concur Expense, ideally in an administrative capacity. Experience supporting corporate card programmes and resolving cardholder queries. Strong knowledge of travel and expense processes and policy compliance. Experience working with Travel Management Companies, travel suppliers or external service providers. Strong Excel skills, including pivot tables, lookups, reconciliations and data tracking. Excellent organisational and problem-solving skills with strong attention to detail. Confident communication and stakeholder management skills. The ability to work independently while collaborating with teams across different functions and regions. Experience with Navan or similar travel and expense platforms would be advantageous. Degree-level education or an equivalent qualification. What you'll get in return This is an excellent opportunity to join a global organisation in a varied role where you will have exposure to travel, expense and corporate card operations while contributing to process improvements and the wider employee experience. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
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Compliance & Risk Project Coordinator
Hays Specialist Recruitment - London, London
£40,000 to £50,000 a year
TemporaryFull time
Your new company This company based in London is recruiting for a Compliance & Risk Project Coordinator to join their team on a temporary basis. This role is a 3-month fixed-term contract at 40 hours per week, with 3 days in the office, 2 days working from home and can be done from their London office. This organisation is a leader in the project delivery and management space, with projects in the energy, construction and infrastructure fields. Your new role Situated within the Compliance team, this role will provide operational and project support during a three-month period of transition and implementation. The duties for this role will include: Support day-to-day activities for the Compliance team, including due diligence, screening and reporting. Coordinate projects, tracking actions, risks, issues and delivery milestones. Assist with process improvements, system implementations and compliance initiatives. Engage with stakeholders and maintain accurate compliance records and documentation. What you'll need to succeed In order to be successful in this role, you will need to have the following skills/requirements: Previous experience in a compliance, risk or audit-focused role is essential, particularly with due diligence processes and compliance screening. Additional experience in a project management or project coordination role is highly advantageous. Proficiency with screening & case management tools, compliance systems and project management tools (e.g. LexisNexis, OneTrust, NAVEX). Ability to be adaptable and flexible working both independently and within a team environment. What you'll get in return This is an excellent opportunity to not only utilise your skills and gain experience in a large and busy environment, but also to grow your network within the industry working for a recognisable company. Flexible working arrangements are available for this position (3 days in office, 2 days working from home). What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
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Setting Out Engineer
Hays Specialist Recruitment - Sheffield, South Yorkshire
£80,000 to £90,000 a year
PermanentFull time
Your new company A well-established and growing groundworks and civil engineering contractor delivering large-scale residential infrastructure and housing developments across Yorkshire and the North. Due to continued project wins, they are looking to appoint an experienced Setting Out Site Engineer to support a number of live residential schemes located in Yorkshire and the Midlands. Your new role As a Setting Out Engineer, you will be responsible for setting out and surveying works across multiple residential groundworks projects, including roads, sewers, drainage, foundations and plot works on developments averaging 300 unit sites. You will work closely with the Site and Contracts Management teams, ensuring works are delivered accurately, safely and in line with programme requirements. Key duties will include: Setting out roads, sewers, drainage, foundations and residential plots. Managing and checking line and level controls across the site. Supporting the delivery of Section 278 works. Producing and maintaining accurate site records and surveys. Liaising with site management, subcontractors and clients. Ensuring works are completed to specification and quality standards. Using surveying technology such as Leica or Total Stations This is a fully site-based role covering projects across the Yorkshire region. What you'll need to succeed To be successful in this role, you will have: Previous experience as a Site Engineer or Setting Out Engineer within residential groundworks. Experience delivering roads, sewers and Section 278 works. Competent user of Leica equipment, Total Stations and surveying technology. A valid CSCS Card. SMSTS certification. First Aid qualification. Strong communication and organisational skills. Full UK driving licence. Candidates with their own surveying equipment would be advantageous, although all equipment will be provided. What you'll get in return Salary of £80,000 - £90,000 depending on experience. Company van. Fuel card. Company pension scheme. Standard holiday entitlement. Long-term pipeline of secured residential projects. Immediate start available. Monday to Thursday: 7:30am - 4:30pm Friday: 7:30am - 3:00/3:30pm Opportunity to work on large-scale residential developments with a respected contractor. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
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