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Interim Senior Associate (Corporate Finance), Major Projects (1)

O F W A T

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09 Feb 2026 at 11:10

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the role titled "Interim Senior Associate (Corporate Finance), Major Projects (1)" was conducted by Ofwat, based in Birmingham, England. This tender falls under the industry category of supply services of personnel, particularly temporary staff, identified by the CPV code 79620000. It was managed through a selective procurement method as a call-off from a framework agreement. The procurement process has progressed to the award stage, with the award made on 12th December 2025, and the contracting period spans from 16th December 2025 to 19th May 2026. The services will be facilitated in the West Midlands and London regions of the United Kingdom, with the overall contract valued at £49,995.

This tender presents opportunities for businesses in the corporate finance or strategic HR services sectors, particularly those capable of providing senior-level temporary staff. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly suitable given the tender's suitability considerations. The awarded contract to Michael Page International Recruitment Limited underscores the prospects for large recruitment firms to engage in similar public procurement opportunities. Businesses capable of supporting major projects, handling significant stakeholder engagement, and providing detailed financial and project management services would be well-suited to compete in this domain.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Interim Senior Associate (Corporate Finance), Major Projects (1)

Notice Description

Awarded under ESPO Framework 3S-22 Strategic HR Services, Lot 1c - Commercial (Finance, Procurement & Legal) to a single Service Provider. As Interim Senior Associate (Corporate Finance), Major Projects: Support the Project Lead on GUC and Havant Thicket on all aspects of each project - the project portfolio may change. Key Deliverables: 1. Support the evaluation of project costs alongside technical consultants and review cost proposals. 2. Act as deputy project lead when required, including leading meetings and representing Ofwat in discussions. 3. Triangulate information between advisors and project teams, preparing clear query lists and structured responses, as needed. 4. Draft high-quality first versions of board papers, presentations, and policy documents. 5. Take comprehensive meeting notes and maintain accurate records for governance and assurance. 6. Conduct high level research or verify information to inform decision-making. 7. Coordinate stakeholder engagement, ensuring timely follow-up on actions and queries. 8. Assist in identifying and monitoring project risks, issues, and compliance milestones. 9. Prepare concise financial and progress reports for internal purposes, including scenario and sensitivity analyses, if needed, e.g. for big meetings or quarterly dashboards. 10. Organise project documentation for continuity and knowledge management. E.g. by always saving documents received in the correct folders.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-a968995f-7c61-4ebb-af80-db3c6eedcd40
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/10f4a653-d15e-48f7-9a8a-e6d05fd1178e
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

CPV Codes

79620000 - Supply services of personnel including temporary staff

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£49,995 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£49,995 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
26 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 Dec 20252 months ago
Contract Period
16 Dec 2025 - 19 May 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
O F W A T
Contact Name
lena.cluxton@ofwat.gov.uk
Contact Email
procurement@ofwat.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B5 4UA
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG31 Birmingham
Delivery Location
TLG West Midlands (England), TLI London
Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Ladywood
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Ladywood

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

MICHAEL PAGE INTERNATIONAL RECRUITMENT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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