Resource Manager (15 Month FTC) at SW Group

Birmingham, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

26 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

28 Nov, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Resourcing, Workforce Planning, Communication, Stakeholder Engagement, Proactive, Detail-Oriented, Planning, Organizational Skills, Customer Focus, Relationship Building, Commercial Awareness, Team Player, Data Analysis, Management Information, Problem Solving, Resource Allocation

Industry

Financial Services

Description

Company Description At S&W, we help our clients thrive by simplifying the complex, illuminating new paths, and shaping solutions that make a difference. As one of the UK’s top 10 fastest-growing accountancy firms, we have been a trusted partner since 1881—helping businesses and individuals meet challenges and seize opportunities across generations. Built on expertise and driven by ambition, we provide a comprehensive range of services, including tax and accountancy, advisory and assurance, corporate finance, and restructuring. We are defined by our purpose—to help navigate challenges, unlock potential, and achieve the extraordinary. Job Description We are seeking an experienced Resourcing Manager to join our Workforce Planning team in support of our Audit business in the North. This is a key role in supporting the firm’s growth ambitions and will play a key part in transforming our resourcing service across offices in the North. As Resource Manager your responsibilities will include among others Developing a deep understanding of departmental resourcing needs and take ownership of workforce planning and scheduling for assigned teams. Build strong relationships with the Manager group to understand business requirements and support effective resource allocation. Maintain detailed knowledge of individual team members’ skills, aspirations, and development needs to enable optimal workforce deployment. Ensure fair and consistent allocation of work across the department, balancing business priorities and individual development. Apply commercial insight to resourcing decisions, promoting alternative solutions where appropriate to maximise value. Monitor and report on utilisation and capacity levels, providing regular updates to the leadership team. Track and analyse time-recording data to identify discrepancies and support accurate reporting. Produce high-quality, commercially focused management information, highlighting trends, risks, and opportunities. Qualifications To be successful in this role, you should have/be; Proven experience in a similar resourcing or workforce planning role. Strong communication skills with the ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels. Highly proactive, self-motivated, and detail-oriented. Excellent planning and organisational skills, with a track record of meeting deadlines. Strong customer focus and relationship-building capabilities. Commercially aware, with an understanding of key business drivers and pressures. Collaborative team player. Ability to interpret and analyse management information and present actionable insights. Additional Information As a colleague here at S&W you will have access to benefits that include Competitive salary Private medical insurance Life assurance Pension contribution Hybrid working model (role dependent) Generous holiday package Option to purchase additional holiday Shared parental leave Fully funded training towards professional qualifications Cycle to work scheme Season ticket loan Eye care support We are proud to value the differences that a diverse workforce brings, representative of society and our clients. At S&W we have a wide range of highly active employee resource groups and we’re delivering multiple diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives across the organisation. It is our commitment to provide a workplace where all colleagues, regardless of identity, background, or circumstance, feel respected as individuals and feel that they can achieve their full potential and work in a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment. We are happy to make any reasonable adjustments to accommodate for your needs throughout the application process. Please let your Recruiter know.

Responsibilities

The Resource Manager will develop a deep understanding of departmental resourcing needs and take ownership of workforce planning and scheduling for assigned teams. This role involves building strong relationships with management to support effective resource allocation and ensure fair distribution of work across the department.