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Job Description:
Our client, a leading financial services organisation, is seeking an experienced Head of Procurement to lead its Procurement and Third-Party Risk Management function.
This role will lead the development and delivery of a robust procurement and supplier management framework, ensuring commercial value is achieved while maintaining strong regulatory compliance and operational resilience.
Essential Skills/Experience:
Significant experience in Procurement and/or Third-Party Risk Management within a regulated financial services environment.
Strong knowledge of procurement governance, outsourcing oversight and supplier risk management.
Experience implementing and managing procurement operating models, controls and governance frameworks.
Strong understanding of regulatory requirements relating to outsourcing and operational resilience.
Proven ability to engage, influence and present to senior executive and board-level stakeholders.
Excellent leadership, stakeholder management and supplier negotiation skills.
Experience leading teams and driving strategic procurement initiatives.
Core Responsibilities:
Develop and deliver the organisation's procurement and supplier management strategy.
Lead and enhance procurement and third-party risk governance frameworks and operating models.
Oversee the assessment, onboarding, management and monitoring of suppliers and outsourcing arrangements.
Ensure compliance with applicable regulatory requirements relating to procurement, outsourcing and operational resilience.
Provide reporting, insight and recommendations to senior management and governance committees.
Partner with stakeholders across Risk, Compliance, Technology, Finance, Operations and Legal functions.
Lead and develop the Procurement and Third-Party Risk team.
Benefits:
A highly competitive salary
Wider Benefits package
Core-Asset Consulting is an equal opportunities recruiter, and we welcome applications from everyone irrespective of age, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital/civil partner status or pregnancy.
Job reference: (16495)
To apply for this vacancy applicants must be eligible to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.
At Core-Asset, we're committed to protecting and respecting your privacy.
Our privacy statement explains when and why we collect personal information about people who engage with our services, how we use it, the conditions under which we may disclose it to others, and how we keep it secure.
We may change this policy from time to time, so please check this policy occasionally to ensure that you're happy with any changes.
By engaging with us (either by applying for a job we're advertising, registering through our website, or getting in touch with our business) you're agreeing to be bound by this policy.
Core-Asset Consulting is committed to protecting the privacy of our candidates, clients and website users.
For further information, please refer to our full Privacy Statement available on our website http://www.core-asset.co.uk/about-core-asset/privacy-statement
Core-Asset Consulting offers specialist recruitment services to asset management, accounting & finance, asset servicing, legal and the wider financial services sector in Scotland.
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Type: Permanent Location: Newcastle upon Tyne, England
Start: ASAP
Posted: 2026-06-04 10:02:52
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An opportunity has arisen for an Accountant to join a well-established consultancy providing IT, finance, and business support services helping SMEs improve efficiency through outsourcing, accounting, and technology-driven solutions.
As an Accountant, you will support the assessment, acquisition and integration of accountancy practices, while contributing to wider business growth initiatives and market development activities.
This is a temporary role initially for 3 months (30 hours per month) working remotely and offering a salary range of £50 - £60 per hour and benefits.
You will be responsible for:
* Identifying suitable accountancy practices that align with acquisition objectives
* Supporting financial and operational due diligence exercises
* Reviewing financial information, tax records and client portfolios
* Assisting with the preparation of acquisition proposals and related documentation
* Liaising with professional advisers, including accountants, solicitors and brokers
* Contributing to negotiations and transaction processes
* Supporting the integration of newly acquired businesses
* Assisting with the expansion of services and client relationships within the UK market
* Undertaking market analysis to identify opportunities for growth
* Coordinating with internal and external stakeholders throughout acquisition projects
What We Are Looking For
* Previously worked as a Practice Accountant, Accountant, M&A Accountant, Acquisitions Accountant, Client Manager, Client Accountant, Corporate Finance Accountant or in a similar role
* At least 2-3 years of experience working within an accountancy practice
* ACCA, ICAEW or equivalent accountancy qualification
* Strong commercial awareness and business acumen
* Ability to analyse financial and operational information effectively
* Interest in acquisitions, growth strategy and business development activities
* High level of accuracy and attention to detail
This is an excellent opportunity for a Practice Accountant to contribute to the expansion of a growing business.
Important Information: We endeavour to process your personal data in a fair and transparent manner.
In applying for this role, Additional Resources will be acting in your best interest and may contact you in relation to the role, either by email, phone or text message.
For more information see our Privacy Policy on our website.
It is important you are aware of your individual rights and the provisions the company has put in place to protect your data.
If you would like further information on the policy or GDPR please contact us.
Additional Resources Ltd is an Employment Business and an Employment Agency as defined within The Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Businesses Regulations 2003.
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Type: Contract Location: Remote, All UK
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Duration:
Salary / Rate: £50 - £60 Per Hour
Posted: 2026-06-01 14:08:07
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Job Description:
Are you a qualified accountant with a background in Finance Change, focussed on system implementations and / or migrations? If so, we'd love to hear from you.
Core-Asset Consulting is supporting a leading financial services organisation in the appointment of a Finance Change Lead on a 9-month contract based in Edinburgh (hybrid working with 3 days in the office)
Essential Skills/Experience:
Fully qualified accountant with relevant work experience
Proven experience delivering finance change projects
Hands-on experience with general ledger migration or ERP-led finance transformation
Experience supporting outsourcing transitions within finance
Strong understanding of core finance processes, controls, and month-end cycles
Ability to operate independently and deliver in a fast-paced, time-bound environment
Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
Core Responsibilities:
Deliver finance change and business readiness activities within agreed timelines
Lead delivery of general ledger migration, including business readiness and cutover support
Lead the outsourcing of accounts payable and expense processes, including vendor mobilisation and process handover
Manage impacts across finance teams, processes, and systems
Engage effectively with senior stakeholders, providing clear communication throughout the programme
Deliver training and support materials to enable adoption of new operating models
Conduct readiness assessments and support go-live and post-implementation stabilisation
Core-Asset Consulting is an equal opportunities recruiter, and we welcome applications from everyone irrespective of age, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital/civil partner status or pregnancy.
Job reference: 16473
To apply for this vacancy applicants must be eligible to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.
At Core-Asset, we're committed to protecting and respecting your privacy.
Our privacy statement explains when and why we collect personal information about people who engage with our services, how we use it, the conditions under which we may disclose it to others, and how we keep it secure.
We may change this policy from time to time, so please check this policy occasionally to ensure that you're happy with any changes.
By engaging with us (either by applying for a job we're advertising, registering through our website, or getting in touch with our business) you're agreeing to be bound by this policy.
Core-Asset Consulting is committed to protecting the privacy of our candidates, clients and website users.
For further information, please refer to our full Privacy Statement available on our website http://www.core-asset.co.uk/about-core-asset/privacy-statement
Core-Asset Consulting offers specialist recruitment services to asset management, accounting & finance, asset servicing, legal and the wider financial services sector in Scotland.
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Type: Contract Location: Edinburgh, Scotland
Start: ASAP
Posted: 2026-05-06 15:57:44
