48 management jobs found in Knutsford

Job Tittle: Technical Project manager Location: Manchester (4 days a week onsite) Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract (12 months) Status: Inside IR35 Are you an experienced Technical Project Manager ready to make your mark in the banking and financial services sector? Our client is seeking a dynamic individual to join their team in Manchester for a 12-month fixed-term contract. This is a fantastic opportunity to lead technology initiatives and drive innovation across multiple banking platforms! What You Bring: Proven experience as a Technical Project Manager within banking or financial services. Strong understanding of enterprise technology systems and platform integration. Experience delivering application builds with engineering teams. Solid knowledge of data privacy and encryption principles. Comfortable working with senior stakeholders and executives. Experienced with complex programme delivery across multiple applications, technology, and product groups. Knowledge of the...

Role Title: CISO Security Consultant Location: Knutsford, Cheshire/ Hybrid - 2/3 days per week onsite Duration: 8 months Rate: £465 per day inside ir35 We're looking for a proactive Security Consultant to assess, design, and strengthen secure systems across infrastructure and applications. You'll bring hands-on expertise in areas such as networking, application security, pentesting, databases, or operating systems (Linux/Windows), along with a strong grasp of risk management and secure design principles. CISSP is highly desirable (additional certifications a bonus). Strong analytical skills, clear communication, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively are essential. Familiarity with MS Office, Confluence, and Jira is advantageous. Role Description As a Security Consultant, you will work closely with clients and internal teams to assess, design, and enhance secure systems. You will provide expert guidance across infrastructure, applications, and...

Role Title: CISO Security Consultant Location: Knutsford, Cheshire/ Hybrid - 2/3 days per week onsite Duration: 8 months Rate: £465 per day inside ir35 We're looking for a proactive Security Consultant to assess, design, and strengthen secure systems across infrastructure and applications. You'll bring hands-on expertise in areas such as networking, application security, pentesting, databases, or operating systems (Linux/Windows), along with a strong grasp of risk management and secure design principles. CISSP is highly desirable (additional certifications a bonus). Strong analytical skills, clear communication, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively are essential. Familiarity with MS Office, Confluence, and Jira is advantageous. Role Description As a Security Consultant, you will work closely with clients and internal teams to assess, design, and enhance secure systems. You will provide expert guidance across infrastructure, applications, and...

An experienced Finance Manager is required to support a major Highways Framework programme. Our clients offices are based in Cheshire and this is a 12-month contract opportunity offering a competitive day rate of £500-£600 (Inside IR35) with an immediate start. You will play a key role in providing financial leadership and control across a highways maintenance and construction environment, supporting operational delivery teams and ensuring robust financial governance across the framework.   Key Responsibilities ·Lead financial management and reporting across the Framework ·Provide commercial and financial insight to operational teams ·Manage budgeting, forecasting, and cost control processes ·Ensure accurate month-end reporting and financial compliance ·Support senior stakeholders with performance analysis and strategic decision-making ·Maintain strong financial governance and risk management controls   Essential Requirements ·CIMA qualified or relevant equivalent...

Oracle Database Specialist Manchester / Leeds - hybrid 6 months - likely to be extended £600 - £700 per day inside IR35 - umbrella only Hold active SC clearance - eligible candidates will be considered The Oracle Database Administrator plays a critical role in ensuring the stability, performance, and integrity of our core data platforms. Operating independently, the DBA safeguards the operational continuity of key systems by maintaining resilient databases, optimising performance, and resolving complex issues that directly impact service availability. This role underpins smooth project delivery by providing expert guidance across development, QA, and infrastructure teams, ensuring that databases remain secure, performant, and fit for purpose throughout ongoing change. Their expertise enables the wider organisation to implement functional solutions with confidence, supported by robust data foundations that meet stringent operational and regulatory requirements. What you'll...

Data and Analytics Manager Manchester - minimum 1 day a week on-site £400 - £480 per day (Inside IR35)Our client is seeking an experienced Data and Analytics Manager to support our analytics and compliance data reporting with a strong focus on driving user experience through reporting and enabling narrative based insights. Key Responsibilities: Provide expert leadership and guidance on HR technology, data governance, and analytics best practices. Lead the design, development, and delivery of robust People reporting and analytics solutions using Power BI and other reporting platforms to inform of key decisions. Translate complex HR data into actionable insights and compelling visualisations for various stakeholders, including senior leadership. Ensure compliance with the General Data Protection Regulations, Freedom of Information requests and Subject Access Request statutory requirements. Delivery of statutory returns including the Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) staff...

BIM Manager – Contract – Hybrid – Multiple UK Locations Ceto Talent are recruiting for two experienced BIM Manager professionals to support a major government estate transformation programme. These BIM Manager contracts form part of a growing Asset Information Management function focused on strengthening digital capability and creating a robust golden thread of asset information across a complex property portfolio. One BIM Manager contract runs until March 2027 and the other until December 2026. This is a hybrid position requiring approximately 60% office attendance, with flexibility across several UK city locations (Manchester preferred). Essential Requirements Proven experience developing and implementing BIM strategy aligned with BS EN ISO 19650 and the UK BIM Framework. Significant experience managing Asset Information Requirements (AIR), Exchange Information Requirements (EIR) and structured digital handover processes. Extensive experience delivering BIM assurance and...

Job Title: BIM Manager Location: 60% Hybrid in the office – Manchester (preferred), Sheffield, Leeds, Birmingham, Newcastle Blackpool, Glasgow Contract Duration: Dec 2026 & Mar 27 Daily Rate: £350/day (Umbrella – Maximum) IR35 Status: Inside IR35 Key Responsibilities Manage BIM strategy and compliance, ensuring alignment with BS EN ISO 19650, the UK BIM Framework, and the organisations digital transformation goals. Manage asset information standards, including the development and maintenance of Asset Information Requirements (AIR), Exchange Information Requirements (EIR), and digital handover protocols. Oversee BIM deliverables and assurance, conducting audits and quality checks to ensure data integrity, model accuracy, and compliance with project and operational requirements across project portfolios. Integrate BIM with operational systems, supporting the connection between BIM, CAFM/IWMS platforms, and facilities management processes. Support lifecycle asset management,...

Technical Administrator 12 month contract Based in Bolton Offering up to £24.19ph Inside IR35 Do you have an understanding of asset management principles and systems? Do you have experience carrying out costing activities? Do you want to work with an industry-leading company? If your answer to these is yes, then this could be the role for you! As the Technical Administrator, you will be working alongside a market-leading Defence and Aerospace company who are constantly growing and developing. They are always looking to bring on new talents such as yourself and further develop your skills to enable you to grow within the company and industry. You will be involved in: Providing technical administration support to the Environmental Stress Screening (ESS) and Mechanical Team Updating and controlling company equipment records, including archiving and transfer activities Carrying out costing activities alongside ESS engineers Supporting the ESS & Mechanical team by...

Manufacturing Engineer Rate: £35.00 per hour Location: Bolton Contract: 37 Hours per week Overtime: Hours worked over 37 hours per week will be calculated at ‘time and a quarter’ Duration: 12 Months (initially and then ongoing and long-term thereafter) IR35 status: Inside IR35 (Umbrella)   Manufacturing Engineer Job Description: As a Manufacturing Engineer within the unit & missile assembly manufacturing facility your focus will be to ensure that our products are built efficiently and to budget. A key member of the Manufacturing Engineering team, you will carry out activities in support of multi-project manufacturing. Compilation and update of Manufacturing Instructions. Design, Commissioning and proving of associated tooling. Support the industrial validation process through the use of FMEA’s, FAI’s etc. Resolution of technical problems that may arise during the manufacturing process. Route card changes as a result or rework activities. Management of Configuration Control by...

World Class Defence Organisation is currently looking to recruit a Supply Chain Manager subcontractor on an initial 6 month contract.    Rate: £50.00 per hour Location: Stevenage or Bolton, depending on your preference. Hybrid / Remote working: 2 days onsite per week Contract: 37 Hours per week Overtime: Hours worked over 37 hours per week will be calculated at ‘time and a quarter’ Duration: 6 Months (initially and then ongoing and long-term thereafter) IR35 status: Inside IR35 (Umbrella) Supply Chain Manager Job Description: An opportunity has arisen for a Supply Chain Manager to join ISP in the Equipment's team. The successful candidate will bring their experience and knowledge to ensure effective Supplier performance, capability & Risk management. As a team, we work across all programmes in a changing environment, managing and implementing both mature and new technologies. Responsibilities /Skillset/experience required: Internal and external assessment skills/knowledge;...

World Class Defence Organisation is currently looking to recruit a SAP Security Support Administrator Subcontractor on an initial 12 month contract. The role can be based from either the companies Stevenage or Bolton site, depending on your preference.  The role will be predominantly working from home.   Rate: £22.63ph (Umbrella) Overtime Rate: Hours worked over the standard 37 hours per week, will be paid at ‘time and a quarter’ Location: Stevenage or Bolton depending on your preference   Hybrid / Remote working: The role will be predominantly working from home… one day per week onsite.  Also, a condensed 4 day working week of Monday to Thursday is OK too. Duration: 12 Months with very likely extension. Contracts are often ongoing and long-term thereafter.  IR35 status: Inside IR35 (Umbrella)   SAP Security Support Administrator Job Description: The SAP Security Support Administrator plays a key role in supporting documentation, refinement and execution of General IT Controls...

World Class Defence Organisation based in Bolton is currently looking to recruit 2x Manufacturing Engineers. Rate: £35.00 per hour Location: Bolton Contract: 37 Hours per week Overtime: Hours worked over 37 hours per week will be calculated at ‘time and a quarter’ Duration: 12 Months (initially and then ongoing and long-term thereafter) IR35 status: Inside IR35 (Umbrella)   Manufacturing Engineer Job Description: As a Manufacturing Engineer within the unit & missile assembly manufacturing facility your focus will be to ensure that our products are built efficiently and to budget. A key member of the Manufacturing Engineering team, you will carry out activities in support of multi-project manufacturing. Compilation and update of Manufacturing Instructions. Design, Commissioning and proving of associated tooling. Support the industrial validation process through the use of FMEA’s, FAI’s etc. Resolution of technical problems that may arise during the manufacturing process....

World Class Defence Organisation is currently looking to recruit a Project Officer subcontractor on an initial 12 month contract.   Rate: £30.00 per hour Location: Bolton Hybrid / Remote working: Hybrid role of 3 days per week onsite Contract: 37 Hours per week Overtime: Hours worked over 37 hours per week will be calculated at ‘time and a quarter’ Duration: 12 Months (initially and then ongoing and long-term thereafter) IR35 status: Inside IR35 (Umbrella)      Interview Process: One stage onsite Interview Project Officer Job Description: This role will require you to work with the Manufacturing project teams in delivering missiles and test equipment throughout their product life-cycles and in accordance with established company project control methodologies. The role of Project Officer provides support to a range of deliverables across multiple Manufacturing task areas and can provide a stepping stone for further progress within a project management environment. The Project...

World Class Defence Organisation based in Stevenage and Bolton is currently looking to recruit 4x Supplier Quality Engineers.   A strong background of Supplier Quality Engineering / Auditing is required.  Defence, Aerospace or Automotive industries would be great.   Rate: £45.00 per hour Overtime Rate: Hours worked over the standard 37 hours per week, will be paid at ‘time and a quarter’ Location: Stevenage or Bolton – depending on your preference   Hybrid / Remote working: The role will likely be 1-2 days per week onsite and the rest working remote Duration: 6 or 12 Months initially with very likely extension. Contracts are often ongoing and long-term thereafter.  IR35 status: Inside IR35 (Umbrella) Interview process: One stage video interview   Supplier Quality Engineers Job Description:   An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Supplier Quality auditor to join the Supplier Quality Assurance team, supporting assurance of Mechanical & Electro-Mechanical suppliers   This...

World Class Defence Organisation based in is currently looking to recruit a UK Environmental Sustainability Lead.   Rate: £70.00 per hour Overtime Rate: Hours worked over the standard 37 hours per week, will be paid at ‘time and a quarter’ Location: Stevenage or Bolton – depending on your preference   Hybrid / Remote working: The role will be a mix of onsite (likely 3 days per week) and remote working Duration: 12 Months with very likely extension. Contracts are often ongoing and long-term thereafter.  IR35 status: Inside IR35 (Umbrella) Interview process: One stage video interview   UK Environmental Sustainability Lead Job Description:   Defence is necessary for peaceful prosperity. By doing business responsibly, the company supports their people, local communities and our planet. The company has a Strategy for ESG, Sustainability and Social Value, and is seeking an experienced and practical environmental professional, to lead delivery and reporting of environmental improvements...

Planning Officer – Basics * Day Rate: £350 – £425 per day * Location: UK North West Area (Hybrid Working Available) * Contract Length: 3–6 months (with potential extension) * Start Date: As soon as possible * IR35: Inside IR35 Planning Officer – Overview You will support the delivery of a high‑quality, efficient Development Management service for a busy North West‑based authority. You will manage a varied caseload of planning applications, provide clear written and verbal professional advice, and ensure decisions are made in accordance with planning legislation, national policy and local planning frameworks. You’ll work within a supportive team structure, including Senior Planning Officers, Principal Officers and Technical Administrators who assist with validation, queries and workflow support. Planning Officer – Key Responsibilities * Manage and determine a caseload of planning applications, including householder, minor and change‑of‑use proposals. *...

Technical Shopfloor Engineer (Aerospace Manufacturing) Location: Broughton, North Wales (Onsite) Contract: Inside IR35 Rate: £26.92 per hour PAYE £36.00 per hour Umbrella IR35: Off‑payroll working rules apply Shift Pattern: Double Day Shift (20% shift uplift) The Opportunity We are currently recruiting for a Technical Shopfloor Engineer to join a high‑volume manufacturing environment supporting production operations at shopfloor level. This is an onsite contract role within a complex, regulated engineering setting, offering long‑term stability and the opportunity to contribute directly to operational excellence. The successful candidate will work closely with production teams and autonomous production units, providing hands‑on technical support and problem‑solving expertise. Key Responsibilities Support production teams and Autonomous Production Teams (APT) on the shopfloor Identify, analyse and resolve technical issues beyond operator and first‑line management...

Design Manager to work on various AMP8 Frameworks, particularly Severn Trent Water, United Utilities and Yorkshire Water. * 1-2 days can be worked remotely, but the rest of the week will entail being on site/visiting clients; you MUST be flexible in regard to this. Our client requires you to have experience with: * Temporary Works * Building; i.e. being based on site, where actual construction work is taking place in accordance with the design. * Change Management The work will be across the Peak District, Yorkshire and Wales. This role has been deemed INSIDE IR35

Head of Commercial Property- Liverpool City Council   Location: Cunard Building, Liverpool (Hybrid Working), L2 2BS £700 p/d inside ir35 umbrella 3 months initial contract Reports To: Director of Property Direct Reports: General Practice Surveyors, Asset Valuation Surveyors, Building Surveyors, Unqualified Surveyors, Senior Land Surveyor, Senior Data Officer and Senior Programme Delivery Officer. Job Purpose The Head of Commercial Property provides strategic leadership and professional advice on the management of the Council's commercial property portfolio. The role ensures that Council-owned land and buildings are effectively managed to maximise income, generate capital receipts, support regeneration and deliver wider social and economic benefits for the city. Key Responsibilities ·Provide strategic leadership for the Council's commercial property and asset management services. ·Manage and optimise the Council's commercial property portfolio to maximise income and...