Total 96 Business Management / Project / Planning job vacancies in Plymouth, Devon, PL1 1HY

Fixed term contract for 12 months


Are you looking to start your career in Human Resources? If so, this could be the perfect opportunity for you and we’d love to hear from you.

We are looking for an organised individual who wants to join our Human Resources team as a Business Support Officer, you will need good administration skills and like working with people.

This role is ideal for anyone wishing to gain or develop skills in HR as it will give you the opportunity to be involved in various activities and projects across the HR service including assisting with recruitment campaigns, organising training, data inputting, producing and analysing statistics and monitoring and responding to queries coming into the team.

We’re looking for an individual who gets on well with others and is confident in building good working relationships with staff at all levels of the organisation. You will need to be able to work on your own initiative as well as part of the team with the ability to switch between tasks and juggle competing deadlines and demands. You’ll need to have great attention to detail and be confident in working in a confidential environment. No previous experience is necessary as full training will be provided.

For an informal discussion please contact Michelle Hodgkiss, Principal Human Resources & Organisational Development Officer at michelle.hodgkiss@swdevon.gov.uk or 01803 861397.

Interviews will be held Monday 5th August 2024.

Closing date: Sunday 28th July 2024

Fixed term contract for 12 months


Are you looking to start your career in Human Resources? If so, this could be the perfect opportunity for you and we’d love to hear from you.

We are looking for an organised individual who wants to join our Human Resources team as a Business Support Officer, you will need good administration skills and like working with people.

This role is ideal for anyone wishing to gain or develop skills in HR as it will give you the opportunity to be involved in various activities and projects across the HR service including assisting with recruitment campaigns, organising training, data inputting, producing and analysing statistics and monitoring and responding to queries coming into the team.

We’re looking for an individual who gets on well with others and is confident in building good working relationships with staff at all levels of the organisation. You will need to be able to work on your own initiative as well as part of the team with the ability to switch between tasks and juggle competing deadlines and demands. You’ll need to have great attention to detail and be confident in working in a confidential environment. No previous experience is necessary as full training will be provided.

For an informal discussion please contact Michelle Hodgkiss, Principal Human Resources & Organisational Development Officer at michelle.hodgkiss@swdevon.gov.uk or 01803 861397.

Interviews will be held Monday 5th August 2024.

Closing date: Sunday 28th July 2024

Your new company
Working for a large builders merchants covering their South West Patch.

You can be located anywhere in the South West as they have merchants across the area however you must be happy to travel to any location within your region. More can be discussed after application stage.

Are you an experienced HR Business Partner with a passion for driving organisational change and delivering practical solutions? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join our team as an HR Business Partner for South West. As part of the local senior management team, you will play a pivotal role in delivering the people strategy across your operational/functional team. You will use your knowledge, expertise, insight and influence to develop commercially focused HR solutions that support the delivery of the team's objectives and financial growth.

Your new role
To be successful in this role, you should have proven experience as an HR Business Partner in a multi-site complex commercial environment, with a focus on delivering practical solutions. You should be commercially astute with the ability to grasp and translate the business strategy into clear, achievable people objectives, with a 'customer first' focus. Additionally, you should have demonstrable experience in partnering with stakeholders at all levels to drive organisational change, with the ability to support and influence operational/functional teams in achieving their plans and objectives.
As part of a wider HR team, you will seek and share insight into the UK People Plan and implement the plan at the local level, so that it becomes part of the culture and business as usual. You will also drive initiatives to deliver increased management capability and accountability, advocate and drive talent development to create a continuous pipeline of successors for key roles, and work proactively with the recruitment team to retain talented individuals.

What you'll need to succeed
We are looking for someone who is comfortable working with ambiguity, is resilient, curious and open to learning and sharing. You should be MCIPD qualified or equivalent experience. Additionally, you should have in-depth knowledge of HR best practices, employment law, and ideally experienced in competency-based selection and psychometric testing.

What you'll get in return

• Salary of £65k
• Bonus structure of between 25-45% of salary
• 7% company contribution into defined contribution pension
• Car allowance of £500 per month
• PMI for colleague and partner
• Life assurance of 4 x salary (as long as colleague contributes minimum 4% into pension)
• Holiday entitlement starts at 34 days a year, including bank holidays.
  Holidays increase by 1 extra day in the year following your 5th, 6th and 7th service anniversary, leading to a max of 36.
  We also have bonus anniversary holidays that colleagues receive starting at 20 years service (2 extra days for that year only), 30 years (3 days), 40 years (4 days), 50 years (5 days).
• Colleagues generally have the ability to buy holidays every year (currently it's 3 days per calendar year, but this can change year to year depending on circumstances).
• Car salary sacrifice option
• Access to our reward gateway platform with high street discounts and cycle to work etc
• Access to Aviva Digicare+ platform, where you can access services such as counselling, GP appointments, bloodwork checks, access to wellbeing discounts such as gym membership

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 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

We are working closely alongside a Local Authority in Plymouth to assist with the appointment of a Business Support Officer, on a 2-month contract, highly likely to be extended at clients discretion. Please apply with your CV for immediate consideration.

Rate of Pay: £12.18 - £14.68 per hour

Responsibilities:

Deal with enquiries, providing advice and guidance to customers
Check applications, consider evidence, make decisions and produce documents based on set criteria.
Undertake routine planned administrative support to a range of teams across the council, including inputting information into relevant databases to support data quality
Qualifications:

GCSEs A*- C (9-4) or equivalent in English and Maths
A willingness to undertake appropriate learning and development as
required.
Experience:

Experience of using Microsoft Software Packages e.g. Word, Excel,
Outlook.
Experience of giving information and signposting customers in a tactful and professional manner face to face, over the phone, online and in writing.
Experience of providing an effective and efficient business support service to customers.
Administrative experience with an understanding of office procedures.
Experience of prioritising own workload to ensure deadlines are met.
Experience of maintaining documents, records and data e.g. financial
records, customer records or accounts.
Please note:

You should be available to work immediately or at a short notice.
You should have right to work in U.K
Disclaimer: Brackenberry Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. We are committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. Unless otherwise stated all of our roles are temporary, though opening assignments can be and often are, extended by clients on a longer term basis and can sometimes become permanent.

Important: We will interpret your application as being permission to submit your CV to this role (with the right to represent you) unless you advise us to the contrary. Incase the role requires an enhanced DBS, your DBS must be either through us or be accompanied by a subscription to the DBS updating service.

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Utilising specialist knowledge of complex NHS/Trust accounting systems, processes, regulations, financial techniques and relevant legislation; NHS Tariff guidance and Contractual requirements, together with general commercial awareness, for individual Services to: o Provide strategic and business planning advice to Service Line and Care Group Management teams; o Encourage and influence Service Line Management Teams to ensure cost-effective decision making by management, using high developed persuasion, motivation and negotiation skills; o Investigate highly complex financial queries on income and expenditure, carrying out regular complicated analytical reviews of the Service Line financial position, predicting income, developing and using complex models and multiple inputs including activity projections and case mix issues; o Interpret highly complex financial data and give advice on financial risks to ensure the budgets are achievable and owned by the Service Line Managers and Budget Holders. o Assist and advise Service Line Management Teams in the execution of plans to achieve the performance targets set out in the Trusts Annual Plan, within the financial resources allocated to the Service Line for that purpose o Oversee the accuracy and integrity of Service Line financial information relating to service line reporting and reference costs in particular; o Identify business opportunities and threats arising out of market analyses and work with service lines to identify financial impacts and mitigating actions o Thoroughly review monthly contract monitoring reports with service lines to ensure robust capture and coding of income. Work with service lines and Accountants to develop robust activity and income forecasts based on changes to demand, RTT requirements and capacity constraints. o Benchmark the Service Lines against other similar hospitals using nationally recognised activity and management information and peer data (such as GIRFT and the Model Hospital) - identify areas for improvement and advise Service Line Management Teams and work closely with Service Line Management teams to effect such changes. For further details please see attached JD&PS.

The University of Plymouth is seeking an IT Business Partner to join the Technology & Information Services (TIS) directorate. This is an exciting chance to be part of a progressive and cutting-edge University in a beautiful location, where you can really make a difference.

You will be aligned to a strategic Portfolio of IT activity, shaping solutions, acting as the voice for the business within IT and building a close understanding of strategic requirements and priorities.

You will act as a partner to the business. You will lead the investigation of opportunities to exploit technology for improvement via analysis and scoping studies, resulting in the initiation of projects and change activities. The IT Business Partner will guide stakeholders through the governance and delivery process, helping them understand the capacity and constraints of IT to support their needs and setting expectations regarding delivery.

You will support the Dev Ops teams in the development, planning, resourcing and delivery of IT solutions within a designated remit through working with senior leaders across the University and Technology & Information Services (TIS); and will collaborate with technical experts as appropriate.

The Person:

• Proven ability to turn IT Language into something that the business can identify with (essential) Experience of shaping technology solutions for the business (essential)
• Excellent stakeholder communication skills, including ability to influence at senior level (essential)
• Experience of stakeholder demand management, negotiating and having difficult conversations where necessary (essential)
• Strong customer focus (essential)
• Wide and detailed current IT knowledge (desirable)
• Effective portfolio management and business planning skills (essential)
• Ability to work as part of a cross functional team (essential)

Please demonstrate how you meet the essential criteria outlined in the knowledge, qualifications, training and experience elements of the job description in your supporting statement.

For an informal discussion to find out more about the role then please contact Matthew Campbell by email matthew.campbell@plymouth.ac.uk or by telephone on 01752 587197.

Interviews will take place week commencing Monday 5th August 2024 and you will be notified if you have been shortlisted or not.

This is a full-time position working 37 hours per week on a permanent basis.

Remote working is available up to 2 days a week.

We offer a competitive salary package and a generous pension and holiday scheme. We also offer a range of other benefits/support mechanisms, including ongoing development opportunities, flexible working, staff networks and enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave.

A summary of our comprehensive benefits can be viewed here.

A relocation package may be available to the successful candidate, conditions apply.

A successful external candidate for this position would be employed by the University of Plymouth Services Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of the University of Plymouth. Employees of the University of Plymouth Services Limited work alongside the University of Plymouth colleagues in delivery of Plymouth’s strategic vision, and will adopt the University of Plymouth’s HR policies and procedures in full unless otherwise stated.

The University of Plymouth is an inclusive community where everyone is welcomed regardless of their background. To find out more about our inclusive community initiatives, such as Athena Swan and the Race Equality Charter, please visit our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion webpages.

We particularly welcome applicants from under-represented communities at the University of Plymouth, such as carers/parents, people with disabilities, ethnically diverse, LGBT+, and people from all socio-economic backgrounds.

What skills and experience we're looking for

Cranbrook Education Campus is seeking to appoint a Business Administrator to work in the main reception area of the campus. Applicants must have excellent communication and administrative skills, have a proven ability to work under pressure and be able to maintain a high level of accuracy whilst meeting deadlines. The postholder must be confident in dealing with enquiries from parents and members of the public.

What the school offers its staff

Cranbrook Education Campus is a unique, all through school that operates at the heart of its community, offering aspirational learning and opportunities to transform the lives of its pupils. Based in the new town of Cranbrook, the Campus is housed within a purpose-built modern building with very attractive school grounds and sports areas. The school has excellent facilities available for all curriculum areas to help ensure that all of our students enjoy their learning and they are successful academically.

Commitment to safeguarding

The Ted Wragg Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments will be subject to a number of safeguarding checks including an enhanced DBS check.

Your new company

At Hays Education Exeter, we aim to recruit dedicated teachers and match them with their ideal role. We work with a number of schools across Devon, helping them with their recruitment needs, including day-to-day supply, long-term, and permanent roles. Once registered with Hays, you will be put in contact with a named dedicated recruitment consultant for secondary teaching who specialises within their field. Our approach to hiring teachers makes flexible employment an option for those with other commitments, as we tailor our service to suit your needs. Become a lifelong partner with Hays, and we will help you achieve your career goals.

Your new role

We are recruiting a qualified secondary science teacher to join a fantastic school in the North Devon area, where you will be supported by a well-organised and collaborative science department. This position is being advertised as a full-time position starting in September, however, a part-time work pattern would also be considered for the right candidate. This role is suitable for NQTs/ECTs and qualified teachers with experience teaching science within a secondary setting who are passionate about their specialism and value working within a collaborative team. You will be expected to plan lessons accordingly and manage student behaviour so that effective learning can take place. You will be supported throughout this role and given the opportunity for further employment at the end of the contract if necessary.

What you'll need to succeed

You will need to be a qualified teacher with relevant experience and subject knowledge. NQTs/ECTs hoping to gain crucial classroom experience are also welcome to apply. You must have the right to work in the UK and be able to provide the necessary documents required for our compliance process. This includes proof of ID, teaching qualifications, a recent proof of address and teaching or placement references from within the last 5 years. We can help you obtain a new DBS if necessary, which you only pay for once in a role with Hays. Flexibility in this role is desired, including the ability to adapt your teaching techniques to suit the needs of your students. Demonstrating professional conduct at all times is essential, which includes adhering to all safeguarding policies. We welcome applicants who are currently working for other agencies and can offer guaranteed contracts offering financial security.

What you'll get in return

• Competitive rates of pay.
• Holiday pay and pension contributions per week.
• £250 in shopping vouchers for teachers who sign up and complete 21 days with Hays.
• Ongoing support from consultants with extensive educational knowledge.
• Refer-a-Friend scheme worth £250 in high street vouchers.
• Guaranteed payment scheme.
• Exclusive access to the Hays Education Safeguarding training free of charge.

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 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

Project Manager
Up to £55,000 dependent on experience, plus excellent benefits

Are you ready for an exciting new opportunity as a Project Manager in the beautiful coastal city of Plymouth? Do you have a passion for mechanical engineering and a knack for managing key projects? We may have just the perfect role for you.

Acorn by Synergie is currently recruiting a Project Manager on behalf of their client. You will be responsible for ensuring that projects are delivered to their customers on time and within budget. You will work closely with our engineering team to support the development of products and make sure that they meet all technical specifications and quality standards. This role is ideal for someone with a mechanical engineering background who is looking to take the next step in their career and join a dynamic and innovative team.

To be considered for this role, you must have a mechanical engineering degree and experience in project management. Our client is looking for someone with a proven track record of delivering successful projects, preferably in the engineering industry. You should also be an excellent communicator and have strong leadership skills, as you will be responsible for managing a team of engineers and coordinating with other departments within the company.

As a Project Manager, your responsibilities will include:

- Managing key projects and ensuring that they are delivered on time and within budget
- Developing project plans and timelines, and monitoring progress to ensure goals are met
- Working closely with the engineering team to support the development of products, ensuring they meet all technical specifications and quality standards
- Identifying and mitigating any potential risks or issues that may impact project delivery
- Proactively communicating with stakeholders and providing regular updates on project status
- Coordinating with other departments such as sales, marketing, and procurement to ensure smooth project execution
- Managing project budgets and tracking expenses to ensure financial targets are met
- Building and maintaining strong relationships with customers to understand their needs and expectations
- Leading and motivating a team of engineers to ensure they are working efficiently and effectively

In return, we offer a competitive salary and benefits package, with the opportunity for growth and advancement within the company. You will also have the chance to work with a talented and dedicated team, in a supportive and collaborative environment.

Benefits:

• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Canteen
• Company events
• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Discounted or free food
• Free flu jabs
• Free parking
• Health & wellbeing programme
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Private medical insurance
• Referral programme
• Relocation assistance
• Sick pay

If you would like to find out more please APPLY!

Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment.

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Job Title: Business Manager - Car Dealership

Location: Exeter

Salary: £30,000 Basic + Commission (OTE 50,000+) + Company Car

We have a new vacancy for a Business Manager for my clients main dealership in Exeter. Fantastic opportunity for a Business Manager to join a high performing sales team. This role suits a Business Manager looking for a long-term role.

Business Manager Responsibilities:

• Working closely with the Sales Executives and Sales Manager you will need to show a strong F&I knowledge to aid the department.
• Selling finance, insurance products and additional products
• Working within a the FCA regulations and company guidelines
• Matching customers needs to the relevant finance sources.

Business Manager Requirements:

• The ideal candidate will be FCA accredited or be prepared to become accredited and must have passed or be prepared to pass a Specialist Automotive Finance expert test. (SAF Test)
• Ideally you will be an experienced Business Manager or Retail Manager.
• Must have experience with stacking finance deals.
• Would look at someone who is an experienced Sales Executive looking to progress.

Consultant - Beatrice Dickinson
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Octane Recruitment are a leading Recruitment agency specialising in Automotive, Motor trade, Engineering, OEM and various related industries.

We are recruiting across the UK for Car Sales Executive, Trainee Car Sales Executive, Commercial Sales Executive, Sales Experts, Business Manager, Transaction Manager, Sales Controller, Sales Manager, General Sales Manager, Fleet Sales Executives, BDM, Business Development Manager, Sales Administrator.

Octane Recruitment cover a variety of different sectors including Technical, Mechanical, Engineering, Sales, Service, Aftersales, Bodyshop, Fleet & Rental Management, Accounts, Finance, Marketing, & Payroll, Managerial, Logistics, Parts, Administration, Call Centre / Contact Centre, Senior Appointments, Head Office Positions and Confidential Appointments.

Housing Advice and Homelessness has never been more challenging or exciting. The recent declaration of a Housing Crisis in both South Hams and West Devon has resulted in a renewed focus and drive to find creative and innovative solutions to housing need across our area.

Due to internal promotions and expansion of the team we are now looking to recruit an additional two Housing Options Officers to join our established team. We are looking for people who work well as part of a team; and are experienced at building excellent working relationships with multiple agencies and disciplines, to ensure the best possible outcomes for our customers.

You will have a strong focus on customer service alongside the ability to think outside of the box and work effectively as part of a team. You will be able to manage difficult conversations, and have experience in delivering difficult messages effectively, whilst maintaining a good working relationship with clients and providing a supportive approach to the work.

We can offer genuine flexible working, with a significant proportion of the role to be homeworking.

For an informal discussion please contact Naomi Parfitt, Housing Team Leader at naomi.parfitt@swdevon.gov.uk or 01822 813616.

Closing date: Thursday 11 July 2024.

Housing Advice and Homelessness has never been more challenging or exciting. The recent declaration of a Housing Crisis in both South Hams and West Devon has resulted in a renewed focus and drive to find creative and innovative solutions to housing need across our area.

Due to internal promotions and expansion of the team we are now looking to recruit an additional two Housing Options Officers to join our established team. We are looking for people who work well as part of a team; and are experienced at building excellent working relationships with multiple agencies and disciplines, to ensure the best possible outcomes for our customers.

You will have a strong focus on customer service alongside the ability to think outside of the box and work effectively as part of a team. You will be able to manage difficult conversations, and have experience in delivering difficult messages effectively, whilst maintaining a good working relationship with clients and providing a supportive approach to the work.

We can offer genuine flexible working, with a significant proportion of the role to be homeworking.

For an informal discussion please contact Naomi Parfitt, Housing Team Leader at naomi.parfitt@swdevon.gov.uk or 01822 813616.

Closing date: Thursday 11 July 2024.

Location: Hybrid
Salary: £40,000 - £47,500 per annum DOE
Department: Fire and Security
Reporting to: Fire and Security Manager

Are you an experienced Project Manager with a passion for fire protection and security systems? Join my clients dynamic Fire and Security team and lead the planning, execution, and completion of critical projects that make a difference!

About the Role

As a Project Manager, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing projects from inception to completion. Your responsibilities will include developing project scopes, timelines, and budgets while ensuring compliance with customer requirements and industry standards. You will be directly responsible for on-time delivery and budget management for individual projects, cost tracking, and managing life cycle replacement and additional client works.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, delivery, and closing phases of projects.
• Develop project scopes, timelines, and budgets.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and customer requirements.
• Monitor project progress, manage risks, and resolve issues promptly.
• Coordinate and communicate effectively with internal teams, subcontractors, and clients.
• Conduct regular project status meetings and produce progress reports.
• Maintain accurate project documentation and records.
• Ensure all project activities comply with relevant health and safety regulations and company policies.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships to ensure high levels of satisfaction and retention.
• Provide training and handover documentation to clients upon project completion.

What We're Looking For

Essential:

• Proven experience in project management within the electrical or fire & security industries.
• Proficiency in project management tools.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organisational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently and prioritise effectively.

Desirable:

• Experience within the Fire and Security industry.
• Comprehensive knowledge of fire and security systems (fire alarms, access control, CCTV, intruder alarms).
• Strong understanding of British Standards and relevant regulations.
• Proficiency in CAD software.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., Prince2, PMP, FIA qualifications).

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.

Are you a dynamic and strategic individual with a passion for innovation and sustainability? The University of Plymouth invites applications for a Project Manager to join the Centre for Research excellence in Intelligent and Sustainable Productive Systems (CRISPS). This is a unique opportunity to act as project manager for a prestigious, five-year project funded by the Research England Enhancing Excellence in England Programme.

As the Project Manager, you will play a pivotal role in managing the delivery and long-term development of CRISPS. You will be the main point of contact for all project-related matters, ensuring compliance with funders and contractual requirements. Your responsibilities will include preparing and delivering strategic plans, financial reporting, and tracking and reporting progress across multiple workstreams. You will collaborate closely with academic staff, regional partners, and other stakeholders to promote the project and raise the university’s profile.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure the effective and efficient delivery of CRISPS, implementing strategic initiatives.
• Oversee and report on all project elements, minimizing financial risk.
• Develop and maintain delivery and implementation plans, risk registers, and progress reports.
• Build and maintain relationships with academic staff and external stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with financial, regulatory, health and safety, legal, and contractual policies.
• Act as an ambassador for the University, promoting the project locally, nationally, and internationally.
• Develop processes, procedures, and policies to support strategic business needs and ensure continuous improvement.
• Participate in and represent the project at internal and external events and committees.
• Manage project expenditures, ensuring costs are minimized and revenue targets are met.
• Research, interpret, and analyze complex data, advising on appropriate actions.
• Facilitate and contribute to meetings, visits, conferences, and committees through report preparation and presentations.
• Support the Deputy Director and Director in creating and developing relationships and networks with partners and stakeholders.

A current full driving licence and willingness to travel is essential/desirable as you will be required to travel to remote areas not easily accessible by public transport.

Please demonstrate how you meet the essential criteria outlined in the knowledge, qualifications, training and experience elements of the job description in your supporting statement.

For an informal discussion to find out more about the role then please contact Richard Preziosi by email at richard.preziosi@plymouth.ac.uk.

Interviews are likely to take place week commencing Monday 12th August 2024 and you will be notified if you have been shortlisted or not.

This is a full-time position working 37 hours per week on a fixed-term basis for 5 years due to funding.

Flexible working options including job share will be considered.

We offer a competitive salary package and a generous pension and holiday scheme. We also offer a range of other benefits/support mechanisms, including ongoing development opportunities, flexible working, staff networks and enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave.

A summary of our comprehensive benefits can be viewed here.

Remote working is available up to 1 day a week.

A relocation package may be available to the successful candidate, conditions apply.

A successful external candidate for this position would be employed by the University of Plymouth Services Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of the University of Plymouth. Employees of the University of Plymouth Services Limited work alongside the University of Plymouth colleagues in delivery of Plymouth’s strategic vision, and will adopt the University of Plymouth’s HR policies and procedures in full unless otherwise stated.

The University of Plymouth is an inclusive community where everyone is welcomed regardless of their background. To find out more about our inclusive community initiatives, such as Athena Swan and the Race Equality Charter, please visit our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion webpages.

We particularly welcome applicants from under-represented communities at the University of Plymouth, such as carers/parents, people with disabilities, ethnically diverse, LGBT+, and people from all socio-economic backgrounds.

Job Title: Project Accountant
Location: Plymouth, Devon + Hybrid Working Arrangements
Compensation: Up to £42,245 (Dependent on Experience) + Benefits
Role Type: Full time / Permanent
Role ID: SF57046

At Babcock we're working to create a safe and secure world, together, and if you join us, you can play your part as a Project Accountant at our Plymouth site.

The Role
As a Project Accountant, you'll have a role that's out of the ordinary. Providing accurate and timely financial information and advice relating to all areas of responsibility to Business Unit and Project Managers to enable them to exercise effective financial control over the area to maximise value for money, cashflow and profitability.

Day-to-day, you'll be responsible for the production and analysis of accounts in accordance with the issued monthly timetable, as well as maintaining the integrity of data that supports the accounts maintaining full audit trails for both internal and external audit purposes:

• Production of monthly Project Status Packs for management reviews in conjunction with the respective Project Teams. These packs are also to be prepared on a quarterly basis for Senior Management review.
• Raising customer invoices in a timely and accurate manner in accordance with the contract terms and conditions and management information requirements.
• Production of Cost Certificates / statements for MoD in accordance with the contract terms and conditions.

This role is full time, 35 hours per week and provides hybrid working arrangements with 3 days in the office/onsite and 2 days working from home.

Agile working may be available to employees in some instances, applying the principles of fairness and consistency whilst ensuring that the overriding business needs can be appropriately met. We are happy to consider flexible, blended working, including part-time, condensed hours, and job sharing. Please ask about alternative patterns of work at interview.

Essential Experience of the Project Accountant:

• Excellent working knowledge of Excel.
• Sound technical knowledge.
• Good interpersonal skills with ability to communicate effectively at all levels.
• Experience of working with non-finance managers and challenging complex financial data.
• Contract accounting and / or IFS and / or Business Analytics experience is an advantage but, not essential.

Qualifications for the Project Accountant:

• You must hold a recognised accounting qualification (ACCA, ACA, ACMA, CIMA, ICAEW, ICAS) or equivalent / similar.

Security Clearance
The successful candidate must be a sole UK national who is able to achieve and maintain Security Check (SC) security clearance for this role.

Many of the positions within our company are subject to national security clearance and Trade Control restrictions. This means that your eligibility for certain roles may be affected by your place of birth, nationality, current or former citizenship, and any residency you hold or have held. Further details are available at United Kingdom Security Vetting: clearance levels - GOV.UK.

What we Offer:

• Generous holiday allowance
• Matched contribution pension scheme, with life assurance
• Employee share scheme
• Employee shopping savings portal
• Payment of Professional Fees
• Reservists in the armed forces receive 10-days special paid leave
• Holiday Trading is a benefit that allows the majority of employees to buy additional leave or to sell up to one working week of annual leave from their annual entitlement
• 'Be Kind Day' enables employees to take one working day's paid leave a year (or equivalent hours) to undertake volunteering work with their chosen organisation or registered charity
• Flexible working - we give people more options to better integrate their work and personal life, whilst ensuring that business needs are met.
• Autonomy to perform the role.
• Excellent development opportunities and benefits package including an employee assistance programme supporting physical, mental and financial wellbeing.

Babcock International
For over a century Babcock has helped to defend nations, protect communities and build a better world. To continue, we must adapt, advance and be a sustainable business with a shared goal.

We are a disability confident committed employer. If you have a disability or need any reasonable adjustments during the application and selection stages, please email with the subject header 'Reasonable adjustments requirement'. We're committed to building an inclusive culture where everyone's free to thrive. We are happy to talk about flexible working - please ask about alternative patterns of work at interview.

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