Authorisation Team Leader

ACCA is committed to a workplace culture which is inclusive, diverse, human and connected. We are currently looking for an Authorisation Team Leader on a fixed term basis until 28 September 2026. The role is based from our Glasgow office on a hybrid basis. The Team Leader will have responsibility to ensure all team activities are efficiently and effectively planned and co-ordinated and provide significant operational support to Authorisation, this role also includes line management and supervision of Authorisation Officers. This role is part of the Regulation and Conduct Department within the Strategy and Governance Directorate and plays a vital part in ensuring ACCA's statutory recognition for audit is maintained, supporting ACCA's strategic delivery plan of achieving and promoting the highest professional, ethical and governance standards.

The Job: Reporting to the Authorisation Manager, on a day to day basis you will:

• Plan and oversee the work of a small team carrying out the day-to-day operations in order to meet targets and team objectives
• Ensure the team meets its monthly KPIs and report on achievement of those
• Closely monitor and manage individual performance within your team in line with monthly KPIs
• Line manage and supervise Authorisation Officers
• Manage the operational cycle of the annual UK/Irish and international renewal exercises, including monitoring and reporting
• Contribute to projects relating to the authorisation process and ACCA-wide projects
• Make recommendations on how to further improve productivity and processes within the Authorisation team to ensure enhancement of processes are identified and achieved

The person We're looking for someone with:

• Experience of managing and leading staff is desirable
• Ability to demonstrate an interest in regulatory work would be an advantage
• Prior experience of working in training environments and supporting team members
• Working in a Business Improvement environment
• Excellent organisation skills with the ability to manage several jobs at once
• Confident and clear verbal and written communication skills, with strong interpersonal skills to deal with people at all levels
• A good team player able to show flexibility and adaptability in a fast-moving environment

We strive to create an environment where you can prioritise your wellbeing and offer a competitive benefits package to help you do this. We provide an employee assistance programme and are proud to offer a financial wellbeing tool to our employees. We are committed to equal opportunities across our recruitment activities and have a real commitment to ensuring the inclusion and well-being of all employees. We have a blended approach to working to support our employees to balance the needs of their job with other aspects of their life.

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