Venesky Brown

About the Company

Venesky Brown has established itself as a prominent resourcing solutions provider since 2005, with a growing presence in various sectors including Infrastructure, Energy and Public Sector throughout the United Kingdom.

Our diverse client portfolio enables us to deliver projects within multiple industries such as Local and Central Government, Further Education, Higher Education, Renewable Energy, Oil and Gas, as well as Major Road/Rail Infrastructure, spanning across the UK.

For more information and live vacancies please visit us at: www.venesky-brown.co.uk, or contact our business development team at: info@venesky-brown.co.uk

Listed Jobs

Company Name

Venesky Brown

Job Title

Senior Finance Business Partner

Job Description

**Job Title** Senior Finance Business Partner **Role Summary** Provide strategic financial leadership and partnership to a public sector organisation’s SAFER Programme division. Drive budget planning and control, manage accruals, deliver variance analysis and executive reporting, and support financial processes in Oracle Cloud. Act as a trusted adviser to senior managers and non‑finance stakeholders, ensuring accurate financial information, internal control compliance, and value‑for‑money outcomes. **Expectations** - Deliver monthly and annual financial reports on schedule, including variance, budgeting, and forecast analyses. - Act as Finance Manager deputy, driving continuous improvement of financial processes. - Engage with executive management and programme board, providing clear, actionable financial insights. - Maintain rigorous audit readiness and compliance with public sector financial regulations. **Key Responsibilities** 1. Lead budget planning, control, and forecasting for the SAFER Programme, collaborating with the Finance Manager. 2. Manage month‑end accruals, setting timelines and preparing consolidated variance reports. 3. Produce monthly finance meetings, accrual journals, and forecast variance data for the executive team. 4. Monitor actual expenditure against forecasts, investigate variances, and update rolling forecast reports. 5. Promote financial awareness, best practices, and internal control strengthening among non‑finance staff. 6. Support internal and external audit requirements, supplying required documentation and evidence. 7. Initiate and oversee purchasing activities and Oracle Cloud transactions for the programme. **Required Skills** - Advanced financial analysis and interpretation to influence decision‑making. - Strong budgeting and forecasting expertise (public sector experience preferred). - Proficient in Excel (advanced formulas, pivot tables, data modelling). - Experience with Oracle Cloud (Finance & Purchasing) or equivalent ERP systems. - Excellent stakeholder communication and advisory capabilities. - Ability to manage workload, prioritise competing demands, and meet tight deadlines. **Required Education & Certifications** - Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related discipline. - Professional accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) or ongoing training in a recognised accountancy route (desirable). ---

Aberdeen, United kingdom

Hybrid

Senior

23-11-2025

Company Name

Venesky Brown

Job Title

Data Protection Specialist (Outside IR35)

Job Description

Job Title: Data Protection Specialist Role Summary: Contract specialist responsible for reviewing and maintaining data protection compliance across third‑party contracts, procurement processes, and data mapping within a public sector environment. Expectations: - Contract duration until 31 March 2026 - Hybrid working model with occasional on‑site visits - Standard Disclosure/BPSS security clearance required Key Responsibilities: - Review third‑party contracts to identify those containing data processing agreements and build an internal register - Ensure all contracts meet UK GDPR Articles 28, 5(2) and DPA 2018 sections 59 and 34(3) requirements and that data processing agreements are completed - Assess procurement policies, procedures and guidance to confirm formalised data protection pre‑assessment and post‑assessment processes exist for data processors - Conduct data mapping exercises to deliver proof‑of‑concept and blueprint for full processing mapping - Perform additional data protection tasks as assigned Required Skills: - Recognised data protection qualification(s) and demonstrable experience in the field - Self‑directed, with strong organisational and prioritisation skills to meet tight deadlines - Proficient in risk assessment methodologies relevant to data protection - Excellent written and verbal communication, interpersonal and negotiation abilities Required Education & Certifications: - Recognised data protection qualification (e.g., Certified Data Protection Officer, GDPR Practitioner, or equivalent) - Standard Disclosure/BPSS security clearance

Edinburgh, United kingdom

Hybrid

11-12-2025

Company Name

Venesky Brown

Job Title

Workforce Information Analyst

Job Description

**Job Title:** Workforce Information Analyst **Role Summary:** Provide accurate HR data reporting, system testing, and data quality assurance for a public sector organization. Support senior management and business users with HR information systems, ensuring data security, documentation, and user training. **Expectations:** - Deliver timely, reliable HR reports and data extracts. - Maintain high data quality and system security. - Communicate professionally with stakeholders at all levels. - Work collaboratively within the HR Information team and adhere to project timelines. **Key Responsibilities:** - Capture and translate reporting requirements into actionable HR reports for board and executive use. - Test and support new HR system developments, including health & safety and occupational health upgrades. - Develop and maintain data validation routines and monitor inter‑system data flows. - Create and update procedural guidance for HR management systems. - Respond to user enquiries, provide support, and maintain service standards. - Coordinate HR system communication groups, record minutes, and track action items. - Propose system enhancements and participate in change‑request meetings. - Produce data extracts and ensure effective utilization by diverse customers. - Deliver user training on system processes and conduct annual user competency reviews. **Required Skills:** - Strong analytical and data‑validation abilities; high accuracy and speed in data entry. - Excellent written and verbal communication; ability to liaise with all staff levels. - Proven teamwork and interpersonal skills; self‑motivated and able to work under pressure. - Solid understanding of HR information systems and their integration with other applications. - Knowledge of organizational policies, data security, and HR system governance. - Proficient keyboard skills. **Required Education & Certifications:** - Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in IT, information systems, or a related field. - Relevant experience in system maintenance, implementation, and HR systems preferred. - No specific certifications required, but HRIS or data‑analysis certifications are advantageous.

Edinburgh, United kingdom

On site

17-12-2025

Company Name

Venesky Brown

Job Title

Junior Finance Business Partner

Job Description

**Job Title:** Junior Finance Business Partner **Role Summary:** Support senior finance team with budgeting, reporting, and financial oversight for branches, ensuring accuracy and compliance through data analysis and system management. **Expectations:** Collaborative support to optimize financial processes, maintain rigorous controls, and provide actionable insights for decision-making. **Key Responsibilities:** - Assist in budget planning, forecasting, and preparation of financial reports, ensuring accuracy and compliance with financial guidelines. - Monitor branch performance via budget variance analysis, year-to-date actuals, and forecast evaluation. - Prepare monthly financial reports, highlighting critical issues for management review. - Reconcile financial records, manage ledger updates, and process journals to maintain data integrity. - Administer procurement processes (requisitions, goods receipt, invoice validation) within Oracle systems. - Strengthen financial controls and audit trails across operations. - Adapt to cross-functional priorities while supporting continuous process improvement. **Required Skills:** - Budgeting, forecasting, and cost management (awareness level). - Data analysis, interpretation, and visualization from finance systems (working level). - Numeracy and advanced Excel proficiency (practitioner level). - Experience in management accounting or financial process support. **Required Education & Certifications:** - Numerical/business degree or equivalent qualification; accountancy qualification studies preferred. - Intermediate understanding of financial system operations (e.g., Oracle).

Aberdeen, United kingdom

Hybrid

Junior

24-12-2025