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Job Title: Associate Director Director - Town Planning Location: Birmingham Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a nationally recognised and forward-thinking planning consultancy in the appointment of an Associate Planning Director / Planning Director to play a key role in the continued growth of its Birmingham office. This is a senior leadership opportunity for an ambitious planning professional looking to shape regional strategy, develop new business opportunities, and lead the delivery of major planning projects across the UK. The Opportunity The successful candidate will join a consultancy with ambitious growth plans and a strong reputation for delivering high-quality planning advice on complex and high-profile schemes. Projects include urban regeneration initiatives and major mixed-use sustainable urban extensions, working with national housebuilders, land promoters, and landowners. You will become a key member of the regional leadership team, helping to drive business growth while mentoring and developing planning colleagues. The Role As Associate Planning Director / Planning Director, you will: Play a central role in the growth strategy of the Birmingham office Identify, secure, and deliver new development opportunities Lead major planning applications and appeals for large-scale mixed-use schemes Provide strategic planning advice to a diverse client base Manage and inspire a high-performing planning team Maintain and develop strong client relationships Ensure the delivery of high-quality work to agreed timescales Requirements To be considered for this role, you will have: A degree in Town Planning or a related discipline Significant experience within a planning consultancy environment A strong understanding of UK planning policy and regulatory frameworks Proven experience preparing and managing planning applications and appeals Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills A strong track record of delivering work to tight deadlines RTPI membership What's on Offer Highly competitive salary and benefits package Private medical insurance 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with an additional day off for your birthday Hybrid working from a central Birmingham hub A culture of trust, autonomy, and professional empowerment The opportunity to join a vibrant, ambitious consultancy and influence long-term business strategy Support from experienced and approachable senior leadership Interested? The hiring manager is looking to meet with suitable candidates as soon as possible. If you meet the criteria above, please contact Josh Jones at Penguin Recruitment on (phone number removed) or email (url removed).

Job Title: Associate Director Location: Cardiff (Hybrid) Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a well-established and highly regarded consultancy operating across planning, development economics, and design throughout the UK. With a creative, dynamic, and collaborative culture, they provide expert advice to major developers and housebuilders on complex, high-profile projects across both England and Wales. This is a full-time position offering an excellent benefits package, including: Competitive salary 25 days annual leave + bank holidays (increasing by 1 day per year of service up to 30 days) Staff discount schemes across a range of retailers 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme Discounts on property and financial services Salary sacrifice pension scheme Death in Service benefit Private medical insurance Cycle to Work scheme Eye care vouchers Staff referral bonus scheme The Role As part of the Cardiff Planning team, you will play a leading role in delivering significant projects across strategic planning, development management, and project coordination. You will work with a diverse portfolio of private and public sector clients, contributing to the continued growth and success of the Cardiff office. This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious professional to take the next step in their career within a supportive and forward-thinking environment. The Ideal Candidate Will Have: A minimum of 6 years' experience and MRTPI accreditation Strong understanding of commercial planning environments, including both forward planning and development management Excellent knowledge of planning legislation and a commitment to high professional standards Strong analytical, written, and communication skills Confidence in client-facing situations and project leadership responsibilities Experience working within the local/regional area is advantageous Interested? The hiring manager is looking to meet with suitable candidates ASAP so if you meet the above criteria, please contact Josh Jones on (phone number removed) or (url removed)

We're working alongside a well-established construction and engineering company in order to find them a Gateman/Site Assistant for their 400kV substation project in the North Hertfordshire area. This is a contract role starting ASAP and lasting until 18/12/2026 . This is an outside IR35 role and you MUST have an NSI8 authorisation as it's a live substation project. Key Responsibilities: Assist the site team with the day-to-day upkeep of the site, including generators and general site housekeeping Tending the main access gate Escorting vehicles in accordance with National Grid Safety Rules. Taking of deliveries Supporting the Site Management and Supervision teams along with other tasks as and when requested by the Site Manager Work closely with the Site Management team to ensure a safe and effective delivery of the project To maintain own levels of skill and knowledge to do the job effectively Comply with relevant company HSQE and welfare policy provisions Please click here to find out more about our Key Information Documents. Please note that the documents provided contain generic information. If we are successful in finding you an assignment, you will receive a Key Information Document which will be specific to the vendor set-up you have chosen and your placement. To find out more about Progressive please visit (url removed) Progressive Recruitment, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy Registered office 8 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ, United Kingdom Partnership Number OC(phone number removed) England and Wales

Portfolio are proud to be exclusively representing our HR Software & Employment Law client in their search for an Activation and Engagement Team Manager. You will manage a team of approx. 10 account managers who onboard new clients, introduce new products to clients and give unbeatable customer service. You will have experience in a similar industry, onboarding new clients, keeping engagement high and contributing to retention. Team leader experience is also required, monitoring performance, offering support and guidance in order to develop your people and all associated HR. If you are looking for a new challenge, please apply today and we'll be in touch! Job Summary: As an Activation & Engagement Onboarding Manager, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and managing onboarding programs to ensure seamless integration of new customers, products, or services. Your primary goal will be to drive customer activation, engagement, and retention through effective onboarding strategies. Supporting team members in delivering high standard onboards to newly engaged clients as well as our established clients Working with and managing multiple teams within Activation & Engagement ensuring smooth transition through the client journey. Reporting to the Head of activation & Engagement. Day-to-day responsibilities include, but not limited to the below: Manage multiple teams from Activation to Engagement to ensure a smooth transition during the client journey Develop and guide the Activation Team to deliver minimum 80% activated clients. Deliver a "best in class" service to all new and existing clients, producing work to an excellent quality and ensuring 100% task completion. Develop and execute comprehensive onboarding strategies to drive customer activation and engagement Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement onboarding programs Create engaging content, including email campaigns, tutorials, and guides to support onboarding Analyse customer feedback and data to identify areas for improvement and optimize onboarding processes Manage and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure onboarding success within your team. Provide exceptional customer support and address customer concerns in a timely and professional manner Look at overall client cancelations and look at YOY reduction, with suggesting ways to improve. Improve client base logging in YOY, supporting with implementation of account manager models to support the client adoption and continuous engagement. Conduct monthly/Bi-annual team 1-1 and appraisals, and be able to give constructive feedback, and help coach team members in line with company development. Manage and track client journey and suggest and implement change to support adoption of the product and software. Be able to look at and report on daily / weekly / monthly KPI's and look at where improvement can be made team and department wide, In order to support the company yearly objectives. Requirements: Strong understanding of customer onboarding principles and best practices Excellent communication, project management, and analytical skills Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and prioritize multiple tasks Team management of 2 years Proficiency in CRM software and data analysis tools Benefits Enhanced holidays - 25 days increasing to 27 after 2 years' service and 28 after 5 years' service (22 Days for Field Sales) Private health care cover after 5 years' service New business referral scheme Access to Health Shield Access to the EAP service Refer a friend scheme Paid birthday leave Pension scheme contribution increasing to 5% after 5 years' service and again to 7% after 7 years' service Group life insurance Eye care contribution Free fruit (office-based staff) Travel Season Ticket loan scheme Milestone recognition Discounted products - Manchester City centre parking (AO Arena) / First Bus Travel Club Membership / Microsoft Home User programme / Anglian Home Improvements Pace health Club (situated in the park Inn) discounted gym membership and spa treatments Park Inn 20% off food and drink New Century food and drink discount Revolution De Cuba food and drink discount Cycle 2 Work scheme after probationary period On site Gym Bright Exchange perks 51976LF INDMANS The Portfolio Group are acting on behalf of our client in recruiting for this position.

Nightstop Network Officer We are seeking a confident relationship-builder to strengthen a national network of services preventing homelessness among young people. Join a purpose-driven team where your creativity, confidence and passion for young people will directly prevent homelessness and create lasting change in communities. Position: Nightstop Network Officer Salary: £32,606 to £36,106 per annum Location: National, with applications welcomed from London, Manchester and the North East Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week Contract: Permanent Closing date: 26 August 2026 Regular travel across the UK and occasional evening work will be required. About the role Nightstop and Supported Lodgings services provide safe accommodation for young people facing homelessness. As Nightstop Network Officer, you will help ensure these services operate effectively, meet quality standards and continue to grow. Working with internal teams and partner organisations across the UK, you will provide expert guidance, oversee accreditation and compliance, deliver training and use data to improve services and outcomes. Key responsibilities include: Acting as a national point of contact for Nightstop and Supported Lodgings enquiries Supporting services to achieve and maintain accreditation and quality standards Developing partnerships that help grow the Nightstop network Building relationships with frontline teams, senior managers and external stakeholders Designing and delivering training, resources, network forums and events Collecting, analysing and evaluating national performance data Producing reports and service improvement action plans Advising network staff on safeguarding concerns Recruiting, supervising and motivating volunteers Supporting fundraising reports with statistics, information and case studies Helping to coordinate the annual Nightstop conference Maintaining accurate safeguarding, health and safety and incident records About you You will be a skilled relationship-builder with experience of stakeholder management, training delivery and service quality improvement. You will also bring: A strong understanding of youth homelessness Experience of developing and influencing partnerships Confidence communicating with frontline staff and senior leaders Experience designing and facilitating training, forums or conferences Knowledge of volunteer management and good practice Experience implementing quality assessment or accreditation frameworks The ability to analyse data and present findings clearly Strong written communication and report-writing skills An understanding of safeguarding and professional boundaries A commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion Willingness to travel regularly throughout the UK About the organisation The organisation is a national charity working to prevent homelessness and provide accommodation and support for marginalised young people. Its services help thousands of young people each year to find safety, stability and opportunities for a more positive future. Benefits include 26 days annual leave, increasing with service, flexible working options where suitable, tailored training, family-friendly policies, a pension with employer contributions of up to 7%, an Employee Assistance Programme, cash health plan and a range of discounts. The charity is committed to safer, fair and inclusive recruitment. An appropriate DBS check will be undertaken where required, and a criminal record will not automatically prevent appointment. Other roles you may have experience of could include: Network Officer, Service Development Officer, Partnerships Officer, Quality Assurance Officer, Accreditation Officer, Programme Officer, Service Improvement Officer, Network Coordinator, Volunteer Development Officer or Homelessness Project Officer. Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client Not For Profit People.

Our client, a well-established public service organisation, is currently recruiting a Pensions Lead to join their Pension administration team for a 12-month FTC. The Pensions Lead will be responsible to help lead and manage the collaborated pension function across multiple locations to ensure that an effective professional service is provided to all employees, stakeholders and that all regulatory requirements are executed in a timely and accurate manner Key Responsibilities for the Pensions Lead : Manage and oversee the collaborated Pension function reporting to the Operations Manager working closely with key stakeholders and partners internally and externally Act as the technical lead on all matters relating to pensions and responsible for providing advice and resolving queries Drive continuous improvement within the pension function and ensure that all complaints and issues are resolved at the lowest level possible, in a timely manner Lead complex pension related projects to drive improvement and fulfil legislative/regulatory requirements Understand and be responsible for the management of demand into the pension and payroll administration function for example queries relating to policy, procedures and processes Lead the resolution of complex issues relating to retirement, ill health, transfers and other applicable employee lifecycle matters. Skills Required for the Pensions Lead : Experience of managing pension operations and administration Public Sector experience is highly advantageous Hands on experience of managing and delivering pension related activities and projects Happy to undergo pre-employment checks and vetting Strong communication skills Please apply as directed!

Job Title: Associate Town Planner Location: Stratford-upon-Avon This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing and collaborative team of planning and development professionals, working on a diverse portfolio of projects across the UK. The team provides expert advice on a wide range of schemes including residential, mixed-use, regeneration, and strategic land development, supporting clients from early feasibility through to planning consent and implementation. You will be joining a supportive and forward-thinking consultancy with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality planning advice, combining technical excellence with a commercially focused approach. This is a key senior appointment offering genuine influence over project delivery and the continued growth of the regional team. Key Responsibilities: Lead and manage planning projects from inception through to determination Provide strategic planning advice on land promotion, development potential, and site appraisals Prepare, manage, and submit complex planning applications and appeals Draft high-quality planning statements, reports, and representations for Local Plan processes Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, local authorities, and key stakeholders Support and contribute to business development and the generation of new opportunities Oversee and mentor junior team members, supporting their professional development Represent clients at meetings, hearings, and examinations where required Requirements: Proven experience at Senior Planner or Associate Planner level within consultancy, local authority, or development environment RTPI accredited degree with Chartered Membership (or working towards) Strong knowledge of the UK planning system, policy, and development management processes Demonstrable experience delivering and managing complex planning projects Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong attention to detail Strong client-facing experience with the ability to build and maintain relationships Commercial awareness and ability to contribute to business growth A proactive, motivated, and collaborative approach Additional Information: This role is based in the Stratford-upon-Avon office, with hybrid working available. The organisation promotes flexibility and trust, allowing individuals to manage their working patterns effectively while maintaining strong team collaboration. This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious planning professional to take the next step in their career within a dynamic and expanding consultancy, working on high-quality and meaningful development projects across the UK. Interested? The hiring manager is looking to meet with suitable candidates ASAP so if you meet the above criteria, please contact Josh Jones on (phone number removed) or (url removed)

Are you an experienced HR professional looking for a role that combines employee relations, people development, recruitment, engagement and organisational improvement? We're seeking an enthusiastic and knowledgeable HR Advisor to join a progressive and people-focused organisation in Aberdeen. This is an excellent opportunity to become a trusted advisor, partnering with managers and colleagues to deliver high-quality HR support while helping to shape a positive, inclusive and high-performing workplace culture. Working as a key member of the People Team, you'll provide expert guidance across the full employee lifecycle and play an active role in driving strategic people initiatives that support organisational success. The Role As HR Advisor, you will: Provide professional, practical and solutions-focused HR advice across a broad range of people matters. Act as the lead advisor on complex and sensitive employee relations issues, including disciplinary, grievance and performance management cases. Manage and oversee the full recruitment and onboarding process, ensuring an outstanding candidate experience. Support and coach junior members of the People Team. Produce, interpret and analyse HR metrics and management information to support informed decision-making. Ensure compliance with employment legislation, HR policies and best practice. Support organisational development, learning and development, wellbeing and engagement initiatives. Lead or contribute to HR projects focused on continuous improvement and people strategy delivery. Advise managers on organisational change, job evaluation and workforce planning matters. Support annual HR processes including salary reviews, benefits administration and compliance activities. Champion a positive employee experience and foster a culture of engagement, development and recognition. About You To be successful in this role, you will have: Essential CIPD Level 5 qualification Previous experience in a HR Advisor or similar generalist HR role. Strong working knowledge of UK employment legislation and HR best practice. Experience managing complex employee relations cases. Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills. Experience supporting formal HR processes and investigations. Strong analytical skills with experience producing and interpreting HR data and metrics. Experience using HR and recruitment systems. Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively. Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Office skills. Desirable Degree qualification in HR or a related discipline. Experience working within a unionised environment. Project management experience. Budget management experience. Previous coaching, mentoring or people management experience. What's in It for You? We recognise the importance of supporting our employees both professionally and personally. In return, you'll benefit from: Hybrid working with 3 days in the office and 2 days from home Flexible start and finish times to support work-life balance 37 days annual leave Generous pension scheme with up to 11% employer matched contributions Private medical insurance Supported learning and development funding to help you progress your career Employee recognition voucher scheme celebrating great work and achievements The opportunity to contribute to meaningful people-focused projects and organisational improvement initiatives

Head of Chemistry 12 Month FTC (Maternity Cover) Kettering, Northamptonshire Full Time 37.5 Hours Per Week Competitive Salary + Excellent Benefits 100% sitebased Are you an experienced chemistry leader with a passion for people development, technical excellence and commercial growth? We're supporting a leading UK testing, certification and research organisation in the recruitment of a Head of Chemistry to lead a well-established and highly regarded chemistry function on a 12-month maternity cover contract. This is an exciting opportunity to take ownership of a multidisciplinary laboratory operation, leading a team of around 20 scientific professionals while helping shape the future direction of the department. The Opportunity You will provide strategic and operational leadership across the chemistry division, ensuring the continued delivery of high-quality testing services while driving commercial growth, innovation and continuous improvement. The laboratory is equipped with a range of analytical instrumentation including GC-MS, HPLC and LC-MS and supports clients across consumer product sectors through testing, compliance and certification services. Key responsibilities include: Leading, motivating and developing a team of managers, scientists and technicians Driving departmental growth through business development and market engagement Supporting sales and marketing initiatives to increase market share Maintaining technical excellence and regulatory compliance Managing UKAS-accredited activities and scope development Building and maintaining strong relationships with industry stakeholders, customers and regulatory bodies Championing continuous improvement, quality and health & safety standards Contributing technical expertise through webinars, publications and industry engagement About You We're keen to speak with candidates who can demonstrate: Proven experience leading and developing high-performing technical teams A strong chemistry, laboratory or scientific testing background Commercial awareness and experience supporting business growth Excellent stakeholder management and relationship-building skills The ability to translate technical expertise into strategic business outcomes Experience managing quality systems within a regulated environment Strong organisational and leadership capabilities Desirable Degree qualified in Chemistry or a related scientific discipline Leadership or management qualification Experience working within accredited laboratory environments International stakeholder engagement experience What's On Offer? Competitive salary Generous annual leave allowance Company pension scheme Life assurance Income protection Free onsite parking Opportunity to lead an established and respected scientific team Exposure to international projects and industry-leading technical work If you're an ambitious chemistry leader looking for a role where you can influence strategy, develop people and drive commercial success, we'd love to hear from you. For a confidential discussion or to apply, please get in touch.

We are currently recruiting for a Building Information Modelling Manager ( BIM ) to join a UK Gov department on a contract basis, 1 2 months, Hybrid working in any of the below offices listed: S heffield, Leeds, Manchester, Birmingham, Newcastle, Blackpool, Glasgow Hybrid Working - Weekly attendance to any of the listed offices Technical skills: Revit Navisworks Manage BIM 360 Autodesk Construction Cloud Asite Viewpoint ProjectWise COBie IFC AutoCAD Power BI Microsoft Office If you have strong BIM leadership experience and a proven track record in information management and digital delivery, we would be keen to hear from you. Essential Experience Proven experience delivering BIM strategies in line with ISO 19650 . Strong knowledge of asset information standards and BIM assurance . Advanced Revit and Navisworks experience. Experience with CDE platforms and digital collaboration tools. Experience integrating BIM with CAFM/IWMS systems. Strong stakeholder management and project coordination skills. Previous leadership experience within BIM or digital delivery. Desirable Asset or facilities management experience. Experience working with BIM consultants and supply chain partners. Knowledge of BIM applications within CDM and health & safety . Experience with Dynamo and/or Solibri . Familiarity with multiple CDE platforms. Interviews will start as soon good candidates are available, if you are interested do not delay the response and forward you updated CV today. If you would like to discuss further about this opportunity or others in the UK Public Sector, please reach out (extension 8144) and ask for Cristina Ghenu or you may email me at

Sub Agent Civil Engineering Somerset Contract Sub Agent Up to £525 per day (Inside IR35) Immediate Start Long-Term Contract Are you an experienced Sub Agent looking for your next long-term contract within the civil engineering sector? I'm currently recruiting for a Sub Agent to join the delivery team on a major highways and infrastructure project in Somerset. This is an excellent opportunity to secure a long-term contract through to the end of 2027 , working on a significant civil engineering scheme with a leading contractor. The Role Working closely with the Project Manager and Site Agent, you'll play a key role in the successful delivery of a major highways and infrastructure project, ensuring works are completed safely, on programme and to the highest quality standards. You'll be responsible for coordinating site operations, managing subcontractors, maintaining strong client relationships and supporting the engineering and commercial teams throughout the project lifecycle. Key Responsibilities Support the successful delivery of major civil engineering projects. Manage site teams, subcontractors and suppliers. Ensure works are delivered safely, on programme and within budget. Liaise with clients, designers and key stakeholders. Monitor progress and identify project risks and opportunities. Maintain accurate site records and reporting. Ensure Health, Safety, Quality and Environmental standards are maintained. Support planning, programming and project delivery. Requirement To be considered you'll ideally have: Previous experience as a Sub Agent within civil engineering. Highways and infrastructure experience. Strong knowledge of NEC contracts. Excellent leadership and communication skills. Commercial awareness. Experience managing site teams and subcontractors. SMSTS. CSCS Card. Full UK Driving Licence. What's on Offer Up to £525 per day (Inside IR35) Immediate Start Long-term contract through to the end of 2027 Major highways & infrastructure project Weekly pay Interested? If you're an experienced Sub Agent looking for your next long-term contract, I'd love to hear from you. For a confidential discussion, or to apply, please contact Laura Stephenson RGB Recruitment Alternatively, click Apply Now and I'll be in touch.

Area Manager Fast Paced Retail £60,000 - £65,000 We have a fantastic position for an Area Manager for a well-known large format retailer in the UK. This is an exciting opportunity to join a rapidly changing business where you will have the autonomy and freedom to drive your area forward! The successful Area Manager will be responsible for leading a high number of stores across your geographical patch, delivering a strong financial performance and exceptional levels of customer service across the board. Culture fit is extremely important to our client's business. Successful candidates must have a forward thinking and dynamic leadership style with outgoing and upbeat personality that would be able engage a large number of colleagues across the area. Our new Area Manager is going to inspire the team, develop Store Managers to deliver a memorable in store experience, engage with colleagues at all levels and lead by example. You will create fantastic in store visuals and make the store a real go to destination for a fantastic shopping experience. The Role As an Area Manager you will lead your stores in all areas of service excellence, deliver KPI's in line with the business objectives and ensure you are leading and motivating your teams to deliver across your area. Creating a positive and engaging working environment within your sites High standards in all key areas Setting clear expectations in service, standards and operations Managing profit and loss, budgets, sales forecasting and various other key performance indicators Liaising and networking with head office, ensuring relationships are established with all key stakeholders Driving compliance, health & safety to adhere to all policies and procedures Supporting with company events, local marketing and sharing successes The new Area Manager is going to deliver results and performances in large format stores, have the ability to ensure leaders are ready to deliver standards via their teams and also work on projects with the senior leaders in the business. A passion for delivering great standards, service and an engaged team is an absolute must! this role will come with a great challenge, an opportunity to make an impact and the chance to make a real name for yourself as they grow and develop! The Package Basic salary between £60,000 - £65,000 plus a company car allowance, generous holidays and a strong benefits package. Apply now to join one of the fastest and most vibrant retailers around! BH37000

Your new company You will be joining an established and growing organisation with an excellent reputation within its sector. With a collaborative finance team and strong leadership in place, this is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to further develop their accounting experience within a varied and commercially focused role.Due to continued growth and evolving business needs, the organisation is looking to appoint an Assistant Accountant on a permanent basis. Your new role Working closely with the wider finance team, you will play a key role in supporting the preparation of management information, maintaining financial controls, and ensuring the accuracy of day-to-day accounting activities.This is a varied position offering exposure to both transactional and month-end accounting responsibilities, making it an ideal opportunity for someone looking to continue progressing their finance career.Your responsibilities will include: Assisting with the production of monthly management accounts Performing balance sheet and control account reconciliations Maintaining sales ledger and supporting credit control activities Posting journals including accruals and prepayments Assisting with month-end and year-end processes Producing financial reports and analysis for stakeholders Supporting budgeting and forecasting activities Assisting with audit requirements and provision of supporting documentation Monitoring cash receipts and maintaining accurate financial records Supporting process improvements and finance projects as required Providing general accounting support to the Finance Manager and wider team What you'll need to succeed AAT qualified or actively studying ACCA/CIMA Previous experience within a finance or accounting role Strong understanding of double-entry bookkeeping Experience with reconciliations and month-end processes Good Excel skills, including lookups and pivot tables Excellent attention to detail and accuracy Strong communication skills and ability to work with stakeholders across the business Positive, proactive attitude and willingness to take ownership of tasks Desirable Experience supporting management accounts Experience working within a multi-site or multi-entity business Exposure to ERP or integrated finance systems Experience working within a fast-paced commercial environment What you'll get in return Competitive salary Hybrid working opportunities Study support (where applicable) Company pension scheme Generous holiday allowance Supportive and collaborative finance team Opportunities for development and progression Exposure to a broad range of accounting responsibilities What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'Apply Now' to submit your CV, or contact William Loring at Hays Accountancy & Finance on (phone number removed) or for a confidential discussion.If this role isn't quite right, but you're considering a move, please get in touch to discuss other opportunities across South Wales. 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)

Role: Ecological or Environmental Clerk of Works Location: Inverness or Edinburgh Duration: Permanent Job Description Make a real environmental impact-on the ground, where it matters most. We're looking for passionate ECoWs / EnvCoWs to join our growing team, supporting a wide range of projects across Scotland-from renewable energy and infrastructure to peatland restoration. If you thrive in a site-based role, enjoy collaborating with teams, and want to help deliver sustainable outcomes, we want to hear from you. The role This is a predominantly site-based position, with time allocated for reporting and project coordination. You'll play a key role in ensuring environmental compliance during construction phases across a range of projects. Key responsibilities include: Acting as the on-site environmental/ecological advisor Ensuring compliance with environmental commitments, planning conditions, and legislation Supporting pollution prevention and environmental best practice Delivering toolbox talks and engaging site teams Collecting water quality samples and monitoring site performance Attending and contributing to site meetings Producing clear and accurate ECoW logs and reports Liaising with clients, contractors, and project managers Supporting surveys, documentation, and environmental planning Contributing to Construction Environmental Management Plans (CEMPs) Working closely with senior ecologists and project teams Playing an active role in our ECoW community of practice Qualifications Essential: Degree in Ecology, Environmental Science, or related discipline Experience in an ECoW, EnvCoW or Environmental Advisor role Strong report writing skills and attention to detail Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills Full UK driving licence Desirable: Membership of CIEEM (or working towards) Valid CSCS card Knowledge of UK environmental legislation and guidance For more information and immediate consideration please apply directly to this advertisement Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.

Our client, a well-established public service organisation, is currently recruiting a Pensions Lead to join their Pension administration team for a 12-month FTC. The Pensions Lead will be responsible to help lead and manage the collaborated pension function across multiple locations to ensure that an effective professional service is provided to all employees, stakeholders and that all regulatory requirements are executed in a timely and accurate manner Key Responsibilities for the Pensions Lead : Manage and oversee the collaborated Pension function reporting to the Operations Manager working closely with key stakeholders and partners internally and externally Act as the technical lead on all matters relating to pensions and responsible for providing advice and resolving queries Drive continuous improvement within the pension function and ensure that all complaints and issues are resolved at the lowest level possible, in a timely manner Lead complex pension related projects to drive improvement and fulfil legislative/regulatory requirements Understand and be responsible for the management of demand into the pension and payroll administration function for example queries relating to policy, procedures and processes Lead the resolution of complex issues relating to retirement, ill health, transfers and other applicable employee lifecycle matters. Skills Required for the Pensions Lead : Experience of managing pension operations and administration Public Sector experience is highly advantageous Hands on experience of managing and delivering pension related activities and projects Happy to undergo pre-employment checks and vetting Strong communication skills Please apply as directed!

Are you an experienced Project Coordinator, Partnership Manager, or Collaboration Manager looking for a role where you can make a genuine impact? Do you enjoy building strong professional relationships, coordinating complex initiatives, and ensuring successful outcomes? Looking to join a growing consultancy that offers responsibility, variety, and long-term career development? Gillespie Recruitment are delighted to be partnering with a growing and ambitious consultancy to recruit a Collaboration Manager to join their expanding team. This opportunity is ideal for a highly organised professional with strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills. As Collaboration Manager, you will work across a diverse portfolio of initiatives, supporting governance activities, coordinating partnerships, and ensuring key objectives are achieved. Working closely with senior leaders and external partners, you will play a central role in driving progress, maintaining momentum across multiple workstreams, and helping deliver successful outcomes. The Role: As a Collaboration Manager, you will coordinate partnership initiatives, oversee project administration, and support effective decision-making across a range of programmes. This is a varied position combining project coordination, stakeholder management, governance support, and business engagement. You will work with both internal teams and external organisations, ensuring actions are completed, priorities remain on track, and objectives are delivered efficiently. The successful Collaboration Manager will also have opportunities to take ownership of meetings, facilitate discussions, and contribute to strategic planning activities. Key Responsibilities Coordinate partnership initiatives and collaborative programmes. Prepare reports, updates, recommendations, and supporting documentation. Organise and facilitate meetings, workshops, and stakeholder forums. Maintain project plans, action trackers, risk registers, and key documentation. Monitor milestones, deadlines, and dependencies across multiple workstreams. Build and maintain effective relationships with partners and stakeholders. Support governance processes and decision-making activities. Identify opportunities to improve processes and ways of working. About You Experience within a Collaboration Manager, Project Coordinator, Project Manager, Partnership Manager, Programme Coordinator, or similar role. Experience coordinating projects, programmes, partnerships, or stakeholder-led initiatives. Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills. Excellent written communication and reporting abilities. Strong organisational skills and attention to detail. Ability to manage competing priorities effectively. Confidence communicating with senior stakeholders and external organisations. Strong Microsoft Office skills including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint. Desirable Experience Social Housing. Construction, Procurement, or Supply Chain environments. Property and Real Estate. Local Government, Public Sector, or Consultancy organisations. What's On Offer? Salary of £35,000. Opportunity to join a growing consultancy. Professional development and career progression opportunities. Exposure to senior leadership and meaningful business projects. Apply Now If you're an experienced Collaboration Manager, Project Manager, Partnership Manager, Programme Coordinator, Governance Coordinator, or Stakeholder Engagement professional looking for your next opportunity, we'd love to hear from you. Even if your experience doesn't match every requirement, we encourage you to apply. Your skills and potential could be exactly what our client is looking for. Apply today to take the next step in your career.

Remote Technical Designer - Temporary structures Salary: £45,000 - £65,000 DOE Hours: Fully remote work from home (UK Based) Must have experience working within a design and build environment, ideally within the temporary structures sector. About the Role Our client is looking for an experienced Remote Technical Designer to join their growing remote design team. This role is ideal for a highly organised, proactive and technically skilled individual who can transform creative concepts into accurate, buildable technical drawing packages. Working closely with the interior designers, project managers and fabrication partners, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality projects on time while ensuring every design is practical, compliant, and ready for manufacture and installation. Technical Designer Key Responsibilities Produce comprehensive technical drawing packages, including general arrangements, reflected ceiling plans, elevations, sections, construction details and bespoke joinery drawings. Translate creative concepts into practical, buildable solutions while maintaining the original design intent. Manage technical design deliverables across multiple projects, ensuring milestones and deadlines are achieved. Coordinate with designers, project managers and external suppliers to resolve technical challenges and support efficient project delivery. Develop fabrication-ready drawings that accurately communicate construction methods and assembly requirements. Ensure all technical documentation complies with relevant building regulations, temporary structure guidance, health and safety requirements and industry best practice. Identify missing information, resolve design queries and proactively drive projects forward with minimal supervision. Maintain high standards of accuracy, organisation, and quality across all technical documentation. Essential Skills & Experience Proven experience converting conceptual designs into detailed technical and fabrication drawings. Advanced, fluent proficiency in Autodesk AutoCAD (2D/3D). Strong understanding of bespoke joinery, interior construction, finishes and manufacturing processes. Sound knowledge of materials, structural principles, framing systems and support methods for temporary and semi-permanent installations. Excellent technical detailing skills with exceptional attention to detail. Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while working independently in a fully remote environment. Strong communication and problem-solving skills with the confidence to challenge, question, and resolve technical issues. Familiarity with large-scale event installations and temporary structures. Desirable Skills Proficient use of SketchUp and/or Vectorworks is advantageous but not essential. Prior experience or a strong interest in temporary architecture, event structures, or high-end hospitality installations. About You You are an experienced Technical Designer who enjoys bridging the gap between creative vision and practical delivery. You understand how great design is realised through intelligent detailing, efficient construction methods, and clear technical communication. Working remotely, you are naturally organised, self-motivated, and accountable. You take ownership of your projects, manage your workload effectively, and confidently seek out the information required to keep projects moving. Rather than simply drafting what you're given, you think critically about how something will be built, identifying potential issues before they arise and proposing practical solutions. You are comfortable working to milestone-driven programmes, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and producing technical documentation that enables smooth fabrication and installation. If you thrive in a fast-paced design and build environment and enjoy delivering exceptional projects, we'd love to hear from you.

Are you highly organised with excellent customer service and project coordination skills? Our client, a well-established and successful business based in Cannock, is looking to recruit an experienced Customer Account Manager to join their busy and friendly team. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys building strong customer relationships and takes pride in ensuring projects are delivered accurately and on time. As a Customer Account Manager, you will be responsible for managing several key customer accounts, acting as the main point of contact from order through to delivery. Working closely with customers, the sales team and internal departments, you'll ensure projects run smoothly while delivering an exceptional customer experience. Key Responsibilities Manage multiple key customer accounts on a day-to-day basis. Coordinate customer projects from initial order through to successful completion. Process customer orders accurately and efficiently. Liaise regularly with customers, providing updates on project progress and delivery schedules. Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, colleagues and the external sales team. Monitor and manage stock allocated to customer accounts. Identify and resolve issues quickly, ensuring minimal disruption to projects. Coordinate customer approvals for new product lines. Ensure clear communication across all departments to keep projects on track. Deliver outstanding customer service while meeting deadlines. We're looking for someone who is: Experienced in project coordination, account management, sales support or customer service. An excellent communicator with strong relationship-building skills. Highly organised with exceptional attention to detail. Able to prioritise a busy workload and manage multiple projects simultaneously. Calm under pressure with excellent problem-solving abilities. Confident using Microsoft Office, Excel and business systems. What's on Offer? Permanent full-time opportunity. Friendly and supportive working environment. Opportunity to work with major customer accounts. Varied and fast-paced role with genuine responsibility. 25 days Holiday + Bank Holidays Free on-site parking. If you have experience as a Project Co-ordinator, Project Coordinator, Customer Account Manager, Sales Support, Account Co-ordinator, Order Processing, Customer Service, Project Management we'd love to hear from you.

Job Description Home Based (with occasional UK travel) Competitive Salary + benefits + bonus + car allowance Here at Sysco GB our HR function is going through significant change and transformation, with investment in people, processes and systems, which has created a fantastic opportunity for a Reward Business Partner to join our team who will ensure our business remains competitive to attract talent, retain our colleagues and support our recipe for growth. As the Reward subject matter expert for Sysco GB, reporting to the Director of HR Operations you will work collaboratively with the Global Reward Team, HR Business Partners and Centres of Excellence to shape and embed a forward-looking reward strategy. You will leverage Workday to drive compensation outcomes, maintain robust governance and compliance, and lead key strategic initiatives including Gender Pay Gap reporting and action planning. The role is home based with some travel to sites and comes with a competitive base salary, attractive car allowance, annual bonus scheme, pension, private healthcare, additional holiday purchase scheme, award-winning products at virtually cost price and a range of range of employee perks through our online benefits platform. Key Responsibilities Develop, implement and deliver the Sysco GB Reward Strategy, ensuring alignment with business objectives and the wider people strategy. Act as the primary reward lead covering GB and key point of contact for the Global Reward Team, ensuring effective collaboration, alignment and execution of global reward initiatives within Sysco GB. Partner closely with HR Business Partners, Centres of Excellence (Talent and Development, DEI, Recruitment and HR Operations) and business leaders to develop, embed and continuously evolve reward solutions that support organisational performance and engagement. Work in partnership with Global Reward Team to implement compliant reward processes, policies and procedures to ensure effective execution of key reward activities across the organisation. Support HR Directors across GB with compensation benchmarking, ensuring alignment with Sysco total reward principles and source relevant market salary surveys to meet specific business needs. Represent Sysco GB in external pay and benefits surveys and develop strong external networks to maintain market awareness and reward best practice In collaboration with Finance and HRBP provide input into the principles on design of local incentive progress, ensuring a robust governance process is in place for target setting and performance tracking, and develop an appropriate communication plan to keep participants engaged. Drive continuous improvement within reward-related processes, maximising the use of technology, including Workday, to increase efficiency, enhance data quality, strengthen governance and support compensation outcomes. In collaboration with the Global Reward Team, lead all cyclical remuneration processes, including annual pay reviews, legislative pay reporting, incentive schemes, and salary benchmarking, providing expert guidance and insight throughout. Act as the Sysco GB subject matter expert for Workday Advanced Compensation, driving continuous enhancement of compensation planning processes and functionality, and ensuring alignment with global standards and local business requirements. In partnership with GB Benefits, support the review, design and development of reward and benefits programmes, ensuring they remain competitive, commercially effective and aligned to business needs. Lead the annual Gender Pay Gap reporting ensuring alignment to evolving legislation and incorporating data analysis, narrative development, action planning and stakeholder engagement to drive meaningful progress and ensure statutory compliance. Provide expert advice and guidance on all reward matters, ensuring the business remains legally compliant and aligned with best practice, including preparation for Trade Union engagement. Chair and actively participate in the monthly Job Evaluation Panel, ensuring consistency and governance in role evaluation decisions and alignment with Sysco job architecture and grading approach. Maintain accountability for SOX controls and governance requirements across all Reward processes. Support internal and external audit activity and act as the key HR contact for Reward-related audits with KPMG, EY and Sysco Internal Audit teams. About you: You'll be an experienced Reward Business Partner with a strong background in compensation, job evaluation, benchmarking, and incentive schemes within a large and complex organisation, ideally with experience with a high-volume front-line workforce. You'll be confident partnering with HR Business Partners, Centres of Excellence and business leaders to develop and deliver reward solutions that support business goals and employee engagement. Strong analytical skills are essential, with the ability to interpret reward and people data, identify trends and provide clear, actionable insights. Experience of salary benchmarking and Gender Pay Gap reporting and pay equity analysis is required. You will have experience leading annual reward and compensation cycles, ensuring appropriate governance, compliance and controls are maintained. Experience with Workday is helpful but not essential, experience with other HCM systems is preferable. You will be comfortable using reward technology and analytics to support compensation outcomes, improve processes and enhance the employee and manager experience. You will be a proactive and collaborative leader with strong project management skills and a continuous improvement mindset. Advanced Microsoft 365 skills, particularly Excel, are essential, along with the ability to influence stakeholders and deliver results in a fast-paced environment.

Contracts Manager - Civil Engineering South West Bristol Region £65,000-£70,000 + Car/Allowance + Bonus + Benefits An established civil engineering contractor is looking to appoint an experienced Contracts Manager to strengthen its regional delivery team across the South West. This is a senior operational position overseeing a portfolio of highways and civil engineering schemes , with responsibility for multiple project teams and the successful delivery of works from pre-construction through to completion. The role offers a good mix of operational leadership, client management and business development , working closely with project, commercial and pre-construction teams across a strong pipeline of regional work. The Role As Contracts Manager, you will: Oversee multiple civil engineering projects across the region Lead and support Project Managers and site delivery teams Take responsibility for programme, quality, safety and overall project performance Work closely with commercial, planning and pre-construction teams Maintain strong relationships with clients, stakeholders and supply chain partners Support tendering and future work-winning opportunities Monitor project performance and implement corrective measures where required Identify opportunities for continued growth across existing and future projects Drive best practice and continuous improvement across delivery teams About You We are looking for someone with: Proven senior management experience within civil engineering, highways or infrastructure Experience overseeing multiple projects and delivery teams Strong operational and commercial awareness Experience working within framework or repeat-client environments Good knowledge of NEC contracts Excellent leadership and client-facing skills SMSTS Full UK driving licence Applications are welcomed from established Contracts Managers , as well as experienced Senior Project Managers who can demonstrate they are ready to take the next step. Package £65,000-£70,000 DOE Company car or car allowance Performance-related bonus Excellent pension and wider benefits package Permanent position This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established contractor with a strong pipeline of civil engineering work across the South West. For further information or a confidential discussion, please get in touch with Laura at RGB.