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Senior Project Manager - Defence, Software Engineering Senior Project Manager - Defence, Software Engineering The location of the role is Bristol (hybrid working) . The duration of the contract is 6 months . The pay rate on offer is 95 per hour (via Umbrella agency - inside IR35) . Security Clearance: must hold SC clearance / SC cleared candidates only Role Summary We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead the transformation of a complex, high-profile, and mission-critical project As a key member of the Programme Delivery Team, you will be accountable for day-to-day project execution, leading a multi-disciplinary team to achieve successful outcomes across time, cost, and quality objectives. The role demands close collaboration with internal and external stakeholders across technical, commercial, and operational domains, and requires strong leadership in planning, governance, and project controls to manage dependencies, mitigate risks, and drive overall programme performance throughout the delivery lifecycle. Key Responsibilities Lead a multi-disciplinary team to deliver a complex system upgrade through the customisation and configuration of COTS products, applying structured programme management and Agile leadership. Develop and maintain integrated project plans, applying robust controls to ensure delivery against agreed milestones, budgets, and performance metrics. Engage and manage senior stakeholders across the business and commercial partners to ensure effective collaboration and delivery assurance. Oversee resource planning and management to meet customer requirements, delivery schedules, and commercial targets. Identify and manage risks, issues, and dependencies throughout the delivery lifecycle, ensuring timely resolution and adherence to governance and change control processes. Take commercial ownership within a complex delivery environment, including budget forecasting, financial management, and contract oversight. Support vendor engagement and performance management, including the development and transition to fixed-cost contracts and Statements of Work. Facilitate Agile ceremonies and ensure adherence to Agile principles, using tools such as Azure DevOps to manage delivery workflows and maintain project momentum. Promote and uphold health, safety, and environmental standards across all programme activities, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and compliance. Essential Experience & Skills Programme Delivery Expertise: Proven track record of delivering complex technical projects/programmes using both Agile and Waterfall methodologies. Planning & Controls: Experienced in developing and maintaining integrated programme plans, applying robust project controls, and using tools such as MS Project, Primavera, or equivalent to track progress, manage dependencies, and ensure delivery against milestones. Stakeholder Management: Ability to engage and manage diverse stakeholders including engineering teams, vendors, customers, and senior leadership. Risk & Issue Management: Skilled in identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks throughout the project lifecycle. Budget & Resource Management: Experience managing multi-million-pound budgets and cross-functional delivery teams. Vendor & Contract Management: Comfortable working with third-party suppliers, negotiating contracts, and managing deliverables. Governance & Reporting: Familiar with programme governance frameworks and capable of producing high-quality reporting for senior stakeholders. Agile Leadership: Experienced in facilitating Agile ceremonies such as Sprint Planning, Daily Stand-ups, Retrospectives, and Reviews. Skilled in applying Agile principles and using Azure DevOps to manage delivery workflows, resolve impediments, and maintain project momentum. Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC): Strong understanding of software engineering processes, including requirements gathering, design, development, testing, and deployment. Systems Integration: Experience managing integration of software with hardware and existing infrastructure, including interfacing with legacy systems. Agile Software Development - Experience controlling development of use case, data flows , Epics and user stories. Optional/Desired Experience & Skills Network Management Systems: Hands-on experience with NMS platforms, ideally in telecoms or satellite communications environments. Satellite Communications: Familiarity with satellite network architecture, protocols, and operational constraints. Systems Engineering: Understanding of systems engineering principles, including requirements decomposition, interface definition, verification and validation, and lifecycle traceability. Scrum Master Certification (e.g., CSM, PSM) with proven experience in delivering software projects in demanding environments, ideally including one or more of the following: SAFe, Disciplined Agile, DSDM

Your new company A high school in Stockport has approached Hays seeking an experienced IT specialist from the education sector to become their new IT Manager due to the upcoming retirement of their current IT Manager. The school has over 800 pupils from ages 11-16, over 100 staff and, with a long-standing and well-established IT team, they are looking for an IT Manager to join their welcoming and supportive team of support staff. The school has an excellent reputation locally, and it is therefore key that the right individuals are appointed to join the team, to ensure the high standards remain and overall contribute positively to the quality of teaching and learning. Your new role This is an exciting opportunity for either an experienced IT Manager to join a thriving school, or for a senior IT Technician from the education sector to take their first management role. As the IT manager, your main responsibilities will be: To manage the school's infrastructure, including servers, networks, security systems, helpdesk and troubleshooting services. Maintain and upgrade software applications. Oversee network administration, including setting up new staff and pupils and controlling access rights. Hold regular team meetings with ICT support staff, manage their performance and undertake appraisals. Maintain a high level of security of school networks, including firewalls, antivirus software and access control systems with back-up data Work closely with the wider IT team, which will include overseeing 1 apprentice. Liaise with academic staff and senior leadership, keeping up to date on upcoming changes from an IT perspective. Overseeing the roll-out of IT projects across the school, with the support of Local Authority IT services. What you'll need to succeed In order to secure this role, the ideal candidate would have : Proven experience in IT (Education sector experience desirable) Relevant IT qualifications Leadership or mentoring experience Experience of using Google Workspace, school MIS systems and server administration Have excellent customer service skills and be personable (able to understand and empathise with non-technical users) Knowledge of data protection requirements and cybersecurity polices Be highly organised and proactive Have an analytical mindset and ability to collate and interpret data What you'll get in return In return, you will be paid a competitive salary of between 37,000 and 42,000 dependent on experience, as well as receiving an attractive benefits package. This benefits package will include 28 days holiday (plus bank holidays), then an extra 2 days after 5 years' service and an attractive local government pension scheme. You will also gain access to an employee scheme, which includes benefits such as cycle to work, wellbeing, gym memberships, health plans. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)

Estimator Southampton, Hampshire Salary up to 65000 - 75,000 + Car Allowance 5,000 + 25 Days Holiday + Pension + Free Parking Blaymires Recruitment is working with refurbishment contractor based in Southampton who is searching for an Estimator to join the team. The company operates as a principal contractor and undertakes a variety of commercial refurbishment projects for a wide range of clients including, Schools, Hospitals, Local Authority, MoD, Hotels and Retail with projects ranging from 100K to 2M. The company is established and have been operating for over 15 years and is looking to add to its Southampton estimating team. This is a great opportunity for anybody looking to make their mark within a successful contractor and the business will consider applications from Estimators or Senior Estimators who have refurbishment or fit-out experience. Responsibilities of the Estimator: Price projects from bill of quantities, specifications and drawings. Carry out detailed take offs from drawings. Liaise with suppliers and sub-contractors to provide the most competitive cost on a project. Attend internal meetings with the Managing Director and Estimating Manager to discuss tenders. Identify labour, material, and time requirements. Present prepared estimates by assembling and displaying numerical and descriptive information. Prepare special reports by collecting, analysing, and summarising information and trends. Maintain cost database by entering and backing up data. Requirements of the Estimator: Refurbishment or fit-out experience. Experience tendering schemes independently and within a team. Ability to use an estimating computer package such as Conquest would be an advantage. You will confidently communicate with all members of the pre-construction team, Directors, clients and consultants. On Offer for the Estimator: Salary up to 75,000. Car Allowance 5,000. 25 Days Holiday. Professional Working Environment. Ongoing Training and Development. Opportunity for progression. Free Parking. If you would like further information, then contact Stephen Blaymires at Blaymires Recruitment.

Ideal opportunity to amplify your major loss business interruption expertise Your new company Our client is a global claims management firm and sits on the panels of most major insurers. Their forensic team work with external insurers as well as their own major & complex loss, engineering and cyber teams. The UK-wide Forensic team are drawn from a variety of backgrounds which enables them to approach cases from a broad range of angles. Backgrounds include commerce/industry, ex forces and of course practice/consulting. The team has its own graduate program, studying ACA. Being a UK-wide team means they can respond to major loss on a localised level and there are now accountants in each location. Uniquely the team has a dedicated people director, who runs the function operationally. Therefore as a SM in this team, your management is more focused around peer review, case strategy and tech review. Your new role If you've already done some business interruption / insurer-led work then you'll know how rewarding it can be being that bit more "hands-on" with the end business, compared to what is typical in other disputes work. For many that's a real highlight of the job. So in this role you get to go "total immersion" on that, while at the same time leading case strategy and teams, and being responsible for the following: Assess business interruption and financial claims both on site and from office Report preparation including commentary on the review and conclusion of analytical work. Meeting clients including insurers, reinsurers, claimants and the insured. Calculating and agreeing settlement of claims, and preparing final reports. Staff development (though ops and pastoral are taken case of for you.) Develop working relationships with existing clients; help to identify and plan approaches to new clients. Keep abreast of any technical or legal changes which may impact a case Business development - much of this is done via repeat business through high calibre output What you'll need to succeed ACA/ACCA qualified Forensic accounting experience to at least Senior Manager level That experience to have included major loss/ insurer-led work, coupled with a desire to grow this side of your experience. A desire to develop business and be rewarded for success While a hybrid working pattern is in place, an ability and willingness to go out to a business site (likely to be in the South East but potentially elsewhere in the UK) at short notice is desirable. What you'll get in return A culture where BD is as much about generating repeat business through excellent project management and client relationships, as it is generating new clients First-promotion to Director can be considered on merit for experienced Senior Managers/ ADs The chance to take a further qualification and be rewarded with a salary raise for every level you pass A bonus system which has a leveraged element linked to productivity - you have a real chance to influence it A firm where values are not just "a poster on a wall" but part of the cultural ecosystem Tangible metrics for further advancement Working with a broad range of backgrounds and specialities in the team - lots of different minds to bounce ideas and approaches around with What you need to do now If you're in a PE-backed business and the only thing holding you back is a retention bonus yet to pay out, please talk to me anyway. There may well be a workaround with the client. If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. #

The Tax Manager will oversee the VAT, tax compliance and advisory functions within the technology and telecoms sector, ensuring accurate reporting and adherence to regulations. This role offers a hybrid working arrangement in London, requiring expertise in tax management and a proactive approach to problem-solving. Client Details The organisation is a well-established player in the technology and telecoms industry. As a large organisation, it provides innovative services and solutions to its clients while maintaining a strong focus on operational excellence. Description Manage tax compliance processes, including preparation and submission of tax returns. Provide expert advice on tax planning and strategy to optimise financial outcomes. Monitor changes in tax legislation and ensure the organisation remains compliant. Collaborate with internal teams to provide guidance on tax-related matters. Conduct tax risk assessments and implement mitigation strategies as needed. Oversee tax audits and liaise with external advisors and authorities. Prepare detailed tax reports for senior management and stakeholders. Support business expansion initiatives by evaluating tax implications of new projects.Manage all aspects of UK tax compliance, including VAT, corporation tax, withholding tax, payroll taxes (e.g., PSA, Appendix 4), and UK tax accounting. Own the delivery of compliance cycles, ensuring timely and accurate submissions. Maintain and cascade up-to-date technical tax knowledge within the team. Build and manage effective relationships with external advisors, including engagement letters and fee negotiations. Identify and implement continuous improvements in compliance processes. Provide high-quality, timely UK tax advice and supporting documentation. Partner with business teams to review VAT implications, tax clauses in contracts, and expense/shopping cart configurations. Adopt a proactive, risk-aware approach to tax matters. Maintain high standards of record-keeping for all deliverables (emails, notes, advice). Strengthen professional reputation and visibility with key UK business leaders (e.g., POM, SOM, LTS). Oversee day-to-day and strategic management of tax systems, including Meridian (exception reports, ad-hoc queries, testing events), Making Tax Digital (MTD) upgrades, Alpha CT upgrades, and UK compliance/indirect tax tools. Lead projects related to system upgrades and evolving market requirements. Engage with the broader tax team to drive adoption and effective use of tax technologies. Provide on-the-job technical coaching to team members in the UK and Hungary. Enhance team visibility by involving members in relevant meetings and cross-functional initiatives. Foster a collaborative, high-performing, and growth-oriented culture within the tax function. Profile A successful Tax Manager should have: A relevant qualification in accounting, finance, or tax. Strong technical knowledge of tax laws and regulations within the UK. Experience in the technology and telecoms industry is an advantage. Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail. Proficiency in using tax reporting tools and financial systems. The ability to communicate complex information clearly to non-specialists. A proactive approach to problem-solving and process improvement. The candidate must be able to commute to Hatfield twice a week. Job Offer A competitive salary of approximately 75,000 to 80,000 per annum. Hybrid working arrangement, allowing flexibility in your role. Permanent position within a stable and reputable organisation. Opportunities to work on impactful projects in the technology and telecoms sector. Comprehensive benefits package to support your well-being and career growth. This is a fantastic opportunity for a Tax Manager based in London to make a significant impact within the technology and telecoms industry. Apply now to take the next step in your career-

VolkerWessels UK is a market leading contracting group of five closely linked businesses. We provide integrated and ground-breaking solutions for the civil engineering and construction sectors, with specialisms in rail, highways, airports, marine, defence, energy, water, and environmental infrastructure. Reporting into our ICT Infrastructure Manager, you'll maintain and support our UK infrastructure, aiding in the transition to cloud services. A collaborative, proactive attitude is essential, as you will work closely with the business to ensure new technologies align with our strategic goals and ICT governance framework. Our role Designing, deploying, and managing secure, scalable, and robust cloud environments. Implementing and optimising cloud infrastructure for best cost, performance, and security. Developing scripts for automating cloud/server functions. Developing & Maintaining integrations with our Azure environment. Collaborating with IT security to monitor the company's cloud privacy. Maintain and support the infrastructure technology stack to ensure optimal availability. Configuration, administration, installation, and maintenance of server hardware and software. Collaboration across the ICT department Key stakeholder in creation and delivery of technology roadmaps Manage projects end to end where required. Create and update in-depth documentation including LLD's. About you You'll have experience in a similar role coupled with Microsoft Azure Administrator AZ104 (essential). You'll also have Advanced Entra ID, In depth active directory knowledge, In depth Dataverse knowledge, In depth Logic Apps Knowledge, as well as Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central. Essential: Knowledge of firewalls and routers, Windows Server, Intermediate Exchange Knowledge, Advanced M365 knowledge Microsoft OS troubleshooting VMware knowledge Remote Desktop Services SCCM / Intune Microsoft SQL server knowledge PowerShell scripting ISCSI SAN's Strong organisational and communication skills. Strong relationship building and stakeholder management skills. Ability to work in a fast-paced, project-driven environment. Desirable: Network+ CCNA/CCNP Fortinet products Rubrik would be desirable. About you Technical qualification (example Degree in civil engineering or HND) Proven technical organisational skills Knowledge of the requirements and implementation of Ability to produce Work Package Plans, Task Briefing Sheets, and safe systems of work Knowledge of Safety, Quality and Environmental issues Experience in civil engineering If your past experience doesn't match perfectly with every requirement of the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for us. Why work with us? VolkerWessels UK operate through five separate, but complementary businesses, working in collaboration and using our specialist skills to deliver an integrated service for our clients. At any one time, our people are working on our sites or in our offices, for around 250 projects across the UK. Everyday we overcome challenges, fulfilling our commitments, no matter what. That's what our business is about, that's how our people find satisfaction in their jobs. This role is permanent, full time and based at our Hoddesdon head office. Please note that there will be on call expectations with this role. We offer competitive rewards and benefits, recognising the value we place on our employees. We offer a range of benefits, including: Competitive salary Competitive annual leave and an additional day off on your birthday Option to buy additional annual leave Private medical care Pension Life Assurance Cycle to Work scheme Shopping and restaurants vouchers, rewards, and discounts Training and development opportunities-comprehensive skills-based training Family friendly polices including enhanced maternity benefits Employee Assistance programme Mental health, physical health, and financial support 24/7 Virtual GP service Fairness, inclusion and respect We believe in pushing boundaries in the pursuit of fairness, inclusion and respect. So, our teams can be comfortable that, whatever their background, VolkerWessels UK is a place where they can be themselves and thrive. If you need support with your application, please contact us at Additional information Note for Recruitment Agencies: Our preference is to hire directly, and we will reach out to our Preferred Supplier List (PSL) agencies if this particular role qualifies for release. We kindly request that you refrain from sending speculative CVs. In the event of speculative CV submissions, no fees will be applicable, and we kindly ask that all inquiries to be directed VolkerWessels UK is committed to maintaining healthy, safe and productive working conditions for its entire staff and therefore a drugs & alcohol screening is mandatory for all.

Flexible finance contract work across Bristol & Bath The Hays Bristol & Bath senior finance team is seeking experienced senior finance, interim, contract, and project accountants for flexible work opportunities for the rest of 2025. We collaborate with a diverse range of private and public sector organisations, from SMEs to medium-sized enterprises and PLC companies in the local area. What We Offer: Flexible/hybrid working arrangements Competitive day rates Introduction to local businesses Ability to start quickly with a seamless registration process A local, credible market expert as your 1-1 consultant throughout Consistent aftercare and support Reasons for bookings include: Covering gaps during a permanent recruitment process Unexpected sickness/absence Busy periods Specific projects Backfilling seconded staff Planning new roles Supporting mergers, acquisitions, or sales Roles supported include: CFO/Chief Financial Officer Head of Finance/Finance Director Financial Controller/Group Financial Controller Finance Manager/Group Finance Manager Finance Business Partner/Senior Finance Business Partner Head of FP&A/FP&A Manager/Senior FP&A Management Accountant Financial Accountant/Technical Support Finance Analyst/FP&A Support Project Accountant/Systems Accountant If you are seeking interim & contract accounting work in Bristol & Bath and want to discuss how we can support you, please don't hesitate to send across your CV. We can arrange an introduction call to explore opportunities further with your local consultant, Charles Maidment. #

Job Title: Senior AV Engineer Location: London Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 Job Purpose Summary: To carry out the installation and basic commissioning of AV systems across corporate, education, and government sectors. Key Responsibilities: Ensure timely completion of installations. Install meeting room solutions, LED screens, audio, and other systems. Provide progress updates to the Project Manager. Train junior engineers when necessary. Lead other engineers on site. Assemble AV racks on and off site. Conduct basic system testing and commissioning. Maintain positive client relationships. Maintain a safe and tidy workspace. Adhere to health and safety policies. Experience and Skills Required: Full UK Driving Licence and valid Passport. Good understanding of Audio Visual and Video Conference systems. 3+ years' experience as an AV Engineer. Understanding of IT networks. Experience with commercial AV systems such as Crestron, Extron, QSYS, Cisco, Logitech, etc. Package: Salary: £40K - £45K Company van. Credit card. Covered lunch and coffee expenses on site. 1.5X overtime rates. 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays. Private healthcare. Christmas shutdown. Pension contributions. Overnight bonus for working away. How to apply: Submit your application or contact Jake Voisey on the details provided. SER-IN

Interim Finance Manager Featherstone - £50-55k 6 months OverviewWe are seeking a proactive and commercially astute Finance Manager to join a dynamic Multi Academy Trust. This role is pivotal in supporting the financial operations of multiple schools within the Trust, with a particular focus on business partnering, stakeholder engagement, and strategic financial oversight.Key ResponsibilitiesFinancial Management & Reporting Lead the financial management of the Trust's lead school, overseeing a budget of approximately £5 million. Initially responsible for the finances of two smaller schools, with scope to expand across the Trust. Prepare and present monthly management accounts, including detailed commentaries and variance analysis. Develop and maintain robust forecasting models and annual budgets in collaboration with school leadership teams. Ensure timely and accurate VAT returns and compliance with HMRC regulations. Maintain strong balance sheet controls, including reconciliations and financial integrity checks. Project Finance Oversee financial planning, monitoring, and reporting for capital projects, including a £3 million building works programme across two schools. Liaise with contractors, project managers, and internal stakeholders to ensure financial accountability and value for money. Business Partnering & Stakeholder Engagement Act as a trusted advisor to Headteachers, Deputy Heads, and senior leadership teams, providing financial insights to support decision-making. Monitor and advise on discretionary spending by school leaders, ensuring alignment with regulatory frameworks and internal policies. Build strong relationships across the Trust to promote financial awareness and accountability. Audit & Compliance Lead the year-end audit process, preparing schedules, liaising with external auditors, and ensuring statutory compliance. Support the development and implementation of financial policies and procedures across the Trust. Person SpecificationEssential Proven experience in a finance role within education, public sector, or a similarly regulated environment. Strong understanding of budget management, forecasting, and financial reporting. Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills. Ability to work independently and collaboratively across multiple sites. Experience with capital project finance and audit preparation. Desirable Qualified or part-qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA). Experience within a Multi Academy Trust or school finance environment. Knowledge of academy financial regulations and ESFA reporting requirements. #

Job Title: Chief of Staff (CoS) Location: Fleet, Hampshire (Hybrid working model that also caters for London/ Other UK bases) Reports To: Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Direct Reports: Heads of Departments (People & Culture and South Africa Operations) Organisational alignment of CEO, CTO and CFO functions. Salary: Competitive + Executive Bonus + Equity Options Type: Full-Time, Permanent About CV-Library CV-Library is one of the UK's leading online job sites, attracting millions of monthly visitors and powering the job search experience for candidates and recruiters alike. With a commitment to innovation, excellence in service delivery, and data-driven decision-making, we connect employers to top talent through a sophisticated suite of digital tools and services. As we continue our journey of growth and transformation, we are seeking a visionary and execution-focused Chief of Staff to help shape and operationally impact and deliver our strategic future where we help the world to work'. Role Overview The Chief of Staff (CoS) serves as a strategic partner and trusted advisor to the CEO and executive leadership team, driving organisational alignment, operational excellence, and cultural cohesion. The CoS ensures that business performance and productivity targets are met, operational processes run smoothly, and the organisation's culture remains a source of strength. This role requires a highly organised, analytical, and collaborative leader who can connect strategy with execution, foster high performance across teams, and enable the CEO to focus on the most critical priorities. Key Responsibilities Business Performance and Strategic Alignment: - Partner with the CEO to define and track company objectives, KPIs, and OKRs. - Monitor business performance across functions, identifying trends, risks, and opportunities. - Lead preparation of executive briefings, board reports, and performance dashboared - Drive accountability for results through regular business reviews and follow-ups. Productivity and Operational Effectiveness: - Oversee the company's operating rhythm (monthly, quarterly, annual planning cycles) - Ensure leadership meetings are well-structured, outcomes-focused, and actionable. - Improve organisational productivity by identifying and removing inefficiencies. - Establish systems, tools, and processes that streamline execution. Culture and Leadership Enablement: - Champion company values, ensuring they are embedded in operations and decision-making. - Act as a culture carrier, supporting leadership in building a cohesive, inclusive, and high-performing environment. - Serve as a sounding board and coach executives and managers. Day to day Operational Leadership: - Full oversight and accountability of the People & Culture team, including Recruitment, Learning & Development, Operational and Commercial HR. - Full oversight and accountability of South Africa Operations, including leadership, general management operational excellence and efficiency. - Ensure smooth daily operations by coordinating across departments. - Resolve cross-functional issues and remove blockers to progress. - Lead or oversee critical special projects and strategic initiatives. - Manage crisis response and support risk mitigation planning. Executive Leverage: - Ensure commitments made by the CEO and executive team are tracked and delivered - Represent the CEO in meetings where appropriate, ensuring continuity and clarity. Compliance & Risk Management: - Ensure operational risk is minimised through governance, compliance, and internal controls. - Stay ahead of regulatory trends and data privacy obligations and advise the business accordingly (e.g., GDPR, ESG). Success measures - Business performance targets and KPIs consistently achieved. - Leadership team and CEO time focused on the highest-value priorities. - Organisational productivity improvements measured year-on-year such as office collaboration, attendance, meeting effectiveness, engagement, objectives delivery. - Strong employee engagement (eNPS) scoring and advancement on associated action plans to support culture growth and cultural alignment across office and remote teams. - Effective and cost effective execution of operational cadence, strategic initiatives, and special projects. Candidate Profile Required Experience & Background - Proven experience in senior leadership and operations. - Strong track record in business performance management and operational execution. - Exceptional project management and organisational skills. - Demonstrated ability to build trust, influence without authority, and drive alignment across functions. - Experience fostering positive culture and leading change in dynamic environments. - Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills. - Proven experience of supporting a business through a successful exit or strategic event (e.g. trade sale/private equity investment and m&a). - Experience scaling operational functions to support a high-growth business. - Highly commercial with operational excellence mindset in their leadership style - Deep understanding of data and performance-driven management. - Inspirational leadership style aligned to the values of CV-Library Skills & Competencies - Strategic Thinker: Ability to connect high-level strategy to operational execution. - Analytical & Data-Driven: Skilled at interpreting complex data and translating into clear actions. - Influential Leader: Builds alignment and drives accountability without formal authority. - Operational Excellence: Designs and improves processes that enhance efficiency. - Cultural Steward: Models organisational values and champions inclusive practices. - Trusted Partner: Acts as a confidant and advisor to the CEO and leadership team.

Senior Account/New Business Manager Guildford - Hybrid, 1 day a week on-site 40,000 - 45,000 + Car Allowance + OTE 90k + Private Medical Insurance This is an excellent opportunity for a Senior Account Manager who specialises in CCaaS/UCaas to join an award-winning IT company. This company is an established technology partner and managed service provider, specialising in unified communications and cloud contact centre solutions. They help public and private sector organisations modernise their digital infrastructure with a focus on improving customer experience and operational efficiency through system integration and digital transformation. In this varied role you will be responsible for proactively winning new business and hitting sales targets through identifying specific client needs and recommending tailored solutions and services. You're responsible for identifying and developing new market opportunities and producing proposals and reports. The role requires effective planning and review of significant projects, strong communication, negotiation, and influencing skills in complex environments, and the ability to resolve objections. The ideal candidate must have a proven track record in selling CCaaS/UCaaS solutions (with a preference for platforms such as Zoom, 8x8, Five9, Mitel, or Microsoft), along with proven experience engaging with Senior Stakeholders and managing sales processes. This role requires someone who has a track record of acquiring new business with Total Contract Values exceeding 500k. Additionally, you must be able to commute to the Guildford office a minimum of one day per week. This is a fantastic opportunity for a driven Senior Account/New Business Manager to join a growing business, with great earning potential on offer. The Role: Driving new business sales. Identify opportunities, needs, and produce proposals. Plan and review significant projects. Negotiate and influence to resolve objections. The Person: Proven track record selling CCaaS/UCaaS solutions. Experience engaging with Senior Stakeholders. Track record acquiring new business with TCV over 500k. Commutable to the Guildford office 1 day a week. Owns vehicle and full UK driver's license. Reference Number: BBBH(phone number removed) To apply for this role or for to be considered for further roles, please click "Apply Now" or contact Tom McLaughlin at Rise Technical Recruitment This vacancy is being advertised by Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd. The services of Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd are that of an Employment Agency Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd regrets to inform that our client can only accept applications from engineering candidates who have a valid legal permit or right to work in the United Kingdom. Potential candidates who do not have this right or permit, or are pending an application to obtain this right or permit should not apply as your details will not be processed.

Operational Excellence Manager (known internally as IWS Manager) Billingham (Home of McCoy's, Pom-Bear and more) On-site Join our snack-loving team We're looking for an IWS Manager to join us at KP Snacks. If you're ready to bring your ideas to the table, grow your skills and be part of a team that values what makes you, you - this could be your next big move. About the role The IWS Manager will lead the phased implementation of the IWS at the Teesside site. This role is pivotal in driving operational excellence, enhancing employee engagement, and eliminating losses. It also contributes to regional capability-building and cross-site collaboration. What's in it for you? We believe in rewarding our colleagues and helping them thrive. Here's a flavour of what we offer: Annual bonus scheme, with a strong track record of overachievement Comprehensive healthcare support - including Medicash Health Cash Plan or Private Healthcare, Digital GP, Best Doctors second opinion service and specialist cancer care KP Pension Plan - contribution matching up to 7% of your salary 25 days holiday, plus the option to buy more KP4ME - our online platform for benefits, discounts, wellbeing tools and more What will you be doing? Site Leadership Lead the Teesside site through IWS phases to deliver CBN and OGSM targets Coach and develop IWS Deployment Coaches and Line Leads Drive colleague engagement using structured tools including PBAT/OHA, 'Values & behaviours' and the Best Companies Survey Collaborate closely with site leadership and employee representatives Loss elimination & systems implementation Develop and deliver the Site Master Plan and 90-day plans Apply IWS tools including Push/Pull pillars, UPS, 6W2H, DDS, CILs and Defect Handling Lead root cause analysis to achieve breakthrough results in OEE and reduce downtime Embed and coach Daily Management Systems (DMS) and standard work practices Support & capability building Provide coaching and calibrated assessments across all site Pillars, Departments and Line Structure Teams Share best practices and contribute to global IWS capability development Build leadership capability across site teams and Line Structure Teams Who are we? We're KP Snacks, part of the Intersnack family. Across more than 30 countries, over 15,000 of us work together to make the snacks people love - from Hula Hoops to McCoy's. In the UK, we're a team of around 2,400 colleagues, based across seven sites and our Slough HQ. We're proud of our close-knit culture, where we speak up, celebrate differences and push boundaries together. We're committed to inclusion We're building a workplace where everyone belongs. If you don't tick every box, we'd still love to hear from you - your unique perspective could be just what we need. And if there's anything we can do to make the process easier for you, just let us know. We'd love to hear from you if you can bring: Education & Qualifications Degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or related field. Alternatively, candidates with 5+ years in a site leadership role overseeing teams of 150+ people will be considered. Lean Six Sigma or equivalent lean systems certification. Coaching accreditation and project/programme management qualifications (preferred). Experience Proven experience in food manufacturing or FMCG environments. Leadership experience in operational excellence or lean transformation. Budgeting, forecasting, and capital expenditure awareness. Proven track record of embedding continuous improvement within operations, transitioning ownership from a traditional CI department to frontline teams. Skills & Attributes Leadership Through Others: Candidates must demonstrate how they've enabled, coached, and empowered teams-not just delivered results individually. Broad CI Perspective: While TPM expertise is welcome, candidates must show adaptability across multiple IWS pillars and methodologies. Influence & Presence: Ability to challenge constructively, contribute meaningfully in senior forums, and drive alignment across functions. Analytical & Technical: Strong problem-solving skills, intermediate Excel proficiency, and familiarity with structured problem-solving tools. Communication & Coaching: Clear, confident communication style with the ability to inspire and influence diverse teams. Strategic Thinking: Ability to connect operational improvements to broader business goals. Presence in Leadership Forums: Demonstrated ability to influence, challenge, and align senior stakeholders.

Following the success of a piece of work for similar roles in South Wales Artis HR are delighted to be supporting this Professional Services, finance Client to recruit a strategic HR Business Partner for their office in North Bristol. An exciting business who have gone through extensive growth, still branching out in to new markets. This is a permanent full time post paying 80- 90000 Summary: We are looking for an accomplished Senior Strategic HR Business Partner to join this matrix Group Business, specifically focusing on supporting their technical Finance functions. Key responsibilities & tasks Partner with Senior Executives to comprehensively understand organisational strategy, objectives and people challenges. Coach, influence and contribute to the development of the functional strategy, aligning HR and Business strategies to ensure achievement of business goals Translate business requirements into solutions, collaborating with OD, Resourcing and HR teams to ensure resource availability and successful implementation of solutions Establish a culture of self-sufficiency through being a role model and coaching managers around HR processes and practices Managing a team of Operational HR Business Partners and driving their ongoing development Build a manpower and succession plan for the function Analyse management information reporting to line management as needed and driving strategy from trends/risks identified through analysis Work in partnership with wider HR team on specific projects adding value to the whole business Work with the head office teams to best facilitate the needs of the retail business To undertake any other reasonable duties as required Experience required An experienced Senior HRBP with a track record of partnering at an executive level within a complex, matrix company. Proven experience of working in partnership, building strong working relationships and coaching and influencing senior stakeholders in order to drive high performance Change management experience including experience of organisation restructure and TUPE Demonstrates strong business/commercial approach and understanding of business needs Excellent knowledge of UK employment law Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present complex ideas Excellent project management and organisational skills, able to prioritise and manage multiple workstreams and meet deadlines Able to demonstrate ability to solve complex problems Good IT skills with experience in Excel, Microsoft Word and Microsoft office packages Excellent technical HR Knowledge - CIPD Level 7 qualified or relevant experience to demonstrate level of competence. Willingness to share knowledge and experience to mentor colleagues across the team Ability to work in a fast paced and challenging environment. Artis Recruitment provide specialist recruitment services within HR, Finance, IT, Procurement, Marketing, Customer Contact and Executive Search. By applying to this position, you acknowledge that you have read and accept our Privacy Policy: (url removed)

This role can be remote but you must live in the UK. You must have an exceptioanl red brick universtity background. Job Title: Senior Python Software Engineer Job Type: Full-time, permanent Salary: Up to £120,000 + Equity About the business This organisation are one of the UK's fastest-growing AI scale up comany's who are on a mission to beacome the market leader in both their specilaist B2B and B2C offerings. They build internal scalable, cutting-edge AI technology that powers a niche area to be the best that it can be. Join them to work on high-impact projects in a collaborative, innovation-driven environment. Role Overview They are looking for a passionate and experienced Senior or Lead Python Software Engineer to help design, develop, and maintain robust Back End systems and APIs. You'll work closely with product managers, data scientists, and other engineers to deliver reliable, scalable, and secure software. Key Responsibilities Design, develop, test, and deploy scalable Back End services using Python. Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code. Build and maintain RESTful APIs and integrate with third-party services. Collaborate with DevOps and Front End engineers to ensure seamless delivery. Optimize applications for maximum speed and scalability. Participate in code reviews and contribute to best practices. Troubleshoot, debug, and upgrade existing systems. Required Skills & Qualifications 5+ years of professional experience in Python software development. Strong knowledge of Python frameworks such as Django, Flask, or FastAPI. Experience with SQL and NoSQL databases (eg, PostgreSQL, MongoDB). Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure). Experience with containerization tools (Docker, Kubernetes is a plus). Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail. Excellent communication and teamwork skills. Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field (or equivalent experience). Preferred Qualifications Experience with CI/CD pipelines and test-driven development. Exposure to asynchronous programming (eg, asyncio, Celery). Familiarity with Front End technologies (React, Vue.js) is a bonus. What They Offer Competitive salary and bonus Flexible remote work or hybrid model. Health, dental, and vision insurance. Generous holidays. Professional development budget. A collaborative and inclusive team culture. InterQuest Group is acting as an employment agency for this vacancy. InterQuest Group is an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, religion/belief, race, marriage, civil partnership, pregnancy, maternity, sex or sexual orientation. Please make us aware if you require any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process.

Operational Excellence Manager (known internally as IWS Manager) Billingham (Home of McCoy's, Pom-Bear and more) On-site Join our snack-loving team We're looking for an IWS Manager to join us at KP Snacks. If you're ready to bring your ideas to the table, grow your skills and be part of a team that values what makes you, you - this could be your next big move. About the role The IWS Manager will lead the phased implementation of the IWS at the Teesside site. This role is pivotal in driving operational excellence, enhancing employee engagement, and eliminating losses. It also contributes to regional capability-building and cross-site collaboration. What's in it for you? We believe in rewarding our colleagues and helping them thrive. Here's a flavour of what we offer: Annual bonus scheme, with a strong track record of overachievement Comprehensive healthcare support - including Medicash Health Cash Plan or Private Healthcare, Digital GP, Best Doctors second opinion service and specialist cancer care KP Pension Plan - contribution matching up to 7% of your salary 25 days holiday, plus the option to buy more KP4ME - our online platform for benefits, discounts, wellbeing tools and more What will you be doing? Site Leadership Lead the Teesside site through IWS phases to deliver CBN and OGSM targets Coach and develop IWS Deployment Coaches and Line Leads Drive colleague engagement using structured tools including PBAT/OHA, 'Values & behaviours' and the Best Companies Survey Collaborate closely with site leadership and employee representatives Loss elimination & systems implementation Develop and deliver the Site Master Plan and 90-day plans Apply IWS tools including Push/Pull pillars, UPS, 6W2H, DDS, CILs and Defect Handling Lead root cause analysis to achieve breakthrough results in OEE and reduce downtime Embed and coach Daily Management Systems (DMS) and standard work practices Support & capability building Provide coaching and calibrated assessments across all site Pillars, Departments and Line Structure Teams Share best practices and contribute to global IWS capability development Build leadership capability across site teams and Line Structure Teams Who are we? We're KP Snacks, part of the Intersnack family. Across more than 30 countries, over 15,000 of us work together to make the snacks people love - from Hula Hoops to McCoy's. In the UK, we're a team of around 2,400 colleagues, based across seven sites and our Slough HQ. We're proud of our close-knit culture, where we speak up, celebrate differences and push boundaries together. We're committed to inclusion We're building a workplace where everyone belongs. If you don't tick every box, we'd still love to hear from you - your unique perspective could be just what we need. And if there's anything we can do to make the process easier for you, just let us know. We'd love to hear from you if you can bring: Education & Qualifications Degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or related field. Alternatively, candidates with 5+ years in a site leadership role overseeing teams of 150+ people will be considered. Lean Six Sigma or equivalent lean systems certification. Coaching accreditation and project/programme management qualifications (preferred). Experience Proven experience in food manufacturing or FMCG environments. Leadership experience in operational excellence or lean transformation. Budgeting, forecasting, and capital expenditure awareness. Proven track record of embedding continuous improvement within operations, transitioning ownership from a traditional CI department to frontline teams. Skills & Attributes Leadership Through Others: Candidates must demonstrate how they've enabled, coached, and empowered teams-not just delivered results individually. Broad CI Perspective: While TPM expertise is welcome, candidates must show adaptability across multiple IWS pillars and methodologies. Influence & Presence: Ability to challenge constructively, contribute meaningfully in senior forums, and drive alignment across functions. Analytical & Technical: Strong problem-solving skills, intermediate Excel proficiency, and familiarity with structured problem-solving tools. Communication & Coaching: Clear, confident communication style with the ability to inspire and influence diverse teams. Strategic Thinking: Ability to connect operational improvements to broader business goals. Presence in Leadership Forums: Demonstrated ability to influence, challenge, and align senior stakeholders.

An exciting growth opportunity for a practice manager Practice Manager - Accountancy Firm (South Buckinghamshire) Location: Flackwell Heath, near Beaconsfield & High Wycombe Type: Full-Time Permanent Salary: £45,000 - £65,000 DOE + Benefits A well-established accountancy practice in South Buckinghamshire is seeking a Practice Manager to lead its operations and support the transition of leadership from the current directors. This is a rare opportunity to step into a senior role with full operational responsibility and a clear succession plan, including a dedicated handover period of up to 12 months. About the FirmOperating since 2003, the practice is part of a UK-wide group of seven accountancy firms with growing international links, including the UAE. The team of 8 is known for embracing technology and innovation, with a diverse client base and a collaborative culture.Key Responsibilities Oversee day-to-day operations of the practice Mentor and review work of client managers Sign off financial statements and ensure compliance Lead on MTD for ITSA planning and implementation Manage internal financials: payroll, VAT, statutory accounts Liaise with suppliers, IT, HR, and marketing teams Attend quarterly senior leadership meetings in London Drive profitability and operational efficiency Handle team reviews, CPD planning, and holiday approvals Ideal Candidate ACA/ACCA qualified or QBE with strong practice experience Passionate about technology and software Strong leadership and project management skills Experience with accounting software such as QuickBooks, Xero, Dext, TaxCalc, BrightPay, etc. (preferred but not essential) Benefits Salary £45k-£65k depending on experience 3% employer pension contribution 20 days holiday + bank holidays Support from wider group network Annual company Christmas event Apply today to take the next step in your accountancy career with a forward-thinking, tech-savvy practice. #