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Platform Services Engineer Moray - office based Head Resourcing are pleased to be working with a global manufacturer who are headquartered in Scotland as they look to hire a Platform Services Engineer. Our client is a long-established, family-owned business with global operations producing a wide range of high-quality products. The Platform Services Engineer is a 3rd line position within our clients IT structure and is responsible for deploying, configuring, monitoring, and maintaining the infrastructure, hardware, and software in our client's global infrastructure estate. The successful candidate will have excellent communication skills and be willing to travel to our clients' other sites on an ad hoc basis. Required Skills: Extensive experience as an Infrastructure / Platform engineer - working up to 3rd line level Comfortable managing large-scale Windows Server and Active Directory environments, with strong Azure knowledge Skilled in Entra ID, and Intune experience for managing identity and access Strong networking understanding including LAN/WAN, VLANS, SD-WAN, and SWAN, plus operational experience with Cisco Meraki Understanding of virtualisation (VMware / Hyper-V) and backup and DR strategies Demonstrable capability to troubleshoot complex incidents, working under pressure, and working as part of a team and the wider IT department If this role is of interest, please apply or send your CV to (url removed) for a confidential chat to find out more.

Introduction Saab UK is part of Scandinavia's largest defence company, bringing together the best of Swedish and British innovation. Saab offers world-leading solutions and services in defence, aviation, space, and civil security to keep people and society safe. Our UK presence has been growing at pace, meaning we can offer a wide range of opportunities for personal fulfilment and career growth. We currently employ over 600 people across eight sites in the UK, and our specialisations include software engineering, underwater robotics, radars, AI, and armed forces training. What you will be part of Explore a wealth of possibilities. Take on challenges, create smart inventions, and grow beyond. This is a place for curious minds, brave pioneers, and everyone in between. Together, we achieve the extraordinary, each bringing our unique perspectives. Your part matters. Saab is a leading defence and security company with an enduring mission, to help nations keep their people and society safe. Empowered by its 26,000 talented people, Saab constantly pushes the boundaries of technology to create a safer and more sustainable world. Saab designs, manufactures and maintains advanced systems in aeronautics, weapons, command and control, sensors and underwater systems. Saab is headquartered in Sweden. It has major operations all over the world and is part of the domestic defence capability of several nations. The Role: The Sensor Systems UK Integrated Logistic Support Training team is seeking a talented and highly motivated UK-based Radar Instructor to support our portfolio of sensor systems operations . The training team is responsible for providing operator and advanced maintenance training at our sites in Fareham, UK and Gothenburg, Sweden, as well as at customer locations globally. The successful candidate should have the potential to help the business develop the role. You will be required to work with the customers' needs foremost, in an environment where cooperation and problem solving are necessary traits. You thrive in big groups, and easily maintain a large professional network. You are perceptive and flexible, but have integrity and always act with Saab's best interest in mind. In order to ensure we deliver the highest quality training, we focus on using different training methodologies and techniques to best suit the training output. You will be trained across the Saab UK sensor system portfolio, with opportunities to develop within Saab. As well as delivering training, you will also be responsible for developing, creating and maintaining the necessary educational material, and assisting in the compilation of technical publications, supporting our UK and Swedish colleagues. Key Responsibilities: As a Radar Instructor, you will be responsible for various activities across the training product lifecycle through development, delivery and assurance, in collaboration with key internal and external stakeholders. Further responsibilities will include: To Plan and deliver both operator and maintainer courses on a variety of sensor systems. Administration and reporting of training events as required. Operate and fault-find on customer sensor systems to enhance training. Solicit, compile, analyse and react to student feedback, internally and externally. Offer subject matter expert advice on system and software development. Provide feedback and input into sensor technical publications. Provide support to demonstrations, trials, exercises and other company market growth activities. Qualifications and Skills: Be a motivated and critical thinking individual, with excellent interpersonal skills that will be comfortable working in a complex customer-facing environment. Enjoy working and developing as part of a team, but also able to individually manage your own workload as required. Experience of radar, communications or sophisticated electronic systems. Teaching or instructional experience. Previous experience in a technical customer-facing environment, demonstrating problem-solving and leadership in a high-pressure environment. Computer literate. Be willing to travel within UK and globally; this will be an active role, with events occurring regularly throughout the year (up to 3 weeks per training event). Full UK driving licence. During your employment you will handle tasks and materials that are classified as military secret and therefore you must have a UK or Swedish citizenship. Qualified to ONC/HNC level or equivalent experience in a technical area. Previous military experience or exposure. As a National Security Vetting clearance is required for this role, applicants will be required to hold National Security Vetting clearance to SC level, or have the ability to gain it.

New Business ITSM Sales Executive / ITSM Solutions Sales IT / MSP Location: Hybrid, Watford (2 days per week in office) Type: Full-time Salary: £60,000 £80,000 + commission About the Role Were seeking an experienced New Business Solutions Sales Executive with a proven track record in ITSM solutions sales, software integration, and automation. This is a high-impact, consultative sales role focused on driving new business growth through strategic lead generation, solution selling, and relationship building across Managed Service Providers (MSPs) and enterprise customers. Youll leverage your domain expertise in IT Service Management (ITSM) to understand customer challenges, demonstrate the value of automation and integration, and position our services as a trusted extension of their IT operations. This is an opportunity to join a rapidly growing international organisation and play a pivotal role in expanding our footprint within the ITSM and MSP ecosystem. Key Responsibilities New Business Development & Lead Generation Drive proactive new business acquisition through outbound prospecting, targeted campaigns, and strategic networking within the ITSM / MSP sector. Identify and engage key decision-makers across IT, Operations, and Service Management functions. Qualify, nurture, and convert leads into opportunities through a consultative, value-driven approach. Develop tailored engagement strategies leveraging CRM and sales intelligence tools (HubSpot, Salesforce, LinkedIn Sales Navigator). Solution Sales & Deal Management Lead discovery sessions to uncover client pain points around ITSM, integration, and automation. Deliver solution-oriented demos and workshops, aligning our services to customer use cases and business outcomes. Navigate complex, multi-stakeholder sales cycles with precision and persistence. Own the full sales cycle from prospecting and qualification to negotiation, close, and successful handover to the delivery team. Position our solutions as strategic, outcome-driven partnerships that enhance efficiency, visibility, and automation for clients. Industry Expertise & Collaboration Stay current with trends in ITSM platforms (ServiceNow, BMC, Freshservice, Jira Service Management, etc.), integration tools, and service automation technologies. Share market insights and customer feedback with internal teams to shape go-to-market and product strategies. Collaborate cross-functionally with Marketing, Product, and Partner teams to align campaigns and customer success efforts. Maintain accurate pipeline and forecasting data using established CRM and reporting processes. What Were Looking For Required: A HUNTER ITSM industry new business experience is a must. You will have an engaging personality and solution expertise. Understanding user experience to put together the building blocks for success service design. Proven experience in new business lead generation and solution sales within ITSM, IT services, or MSP environments. Demonstrated success selling ITSM or automation-based integration solutions (e.g., ServiceNow, Jira, or similar). Strong understanding of managed services, outsourcing models, and recurring revenue sales structures. Experience managing complex B2B sales cycles involving multiple stakeholders and technical evaluations. Excellent communication, presentation, and consultative selling skills. Self-starter mentality with a strong ownership mindset and bias for results. Domain knowledge of ITSM frameworks (ITIL, SIAM, etc.). Understanding integration platforms, automation tools, or workflow orchestration solutions. Experience of selling into MSPs or enterprise IT service teams, or, reseller experience. Additional Information HQ based in Finland initial onboarding includes a 1-week induction and culture immersion at our Finnish headquarters. Global offices located in London, Finland, USA, and Germany. Collaborative, innovative environment with a focus on professional growth, autonomy, and shared success. JBRP1_UKTJ

3rd Line IT Support Desk Engineer Permanent Central London Office Based 45k - 50k + Training + Benfits My client is a award winning MSP based in Central London who are recruiting a 3rd Line IT Support Desk Engineer to join its Highly Accredited UK Help Desk operations. Overall, the Help Desk consists of 30 Engineers, of which 9 are based in the Philippines. As a 3rd Line IT Support Desk Engineer, you will be reporting to the Service Desk Manager and work alongside other 3rd Line Senior Engineer and the Escalations Team Leader to ensure Critical (P1) and Priority (P2) service tickets are resolved for our clients. 3rd Line IT Support Desk Engineer Responsibilities: Troubleshoot a range of technical support tickets logged by clients on the following technologies: Microsoft 365 Azure VMware & Hyper V Administration and Troubleshooting of Windows Server 2016, 2019 Network troubleshooting that 2nd Line Engineers cannot resolve Supporting Firewalls and Switches related support tickets Using ConnectWise to log and respond to support tickets Identifying and escalating higher level issues to a Head of Service for guidance and steering Being a team player, delivering support in a friendly and positive manner "Steer the wheel" and provide guidance as required to 2nd Line Escalations Teams Work with the Service Desk Management Team to balance priorities and workload as required Ability to work with internal and external stakeholders on tickets leading up to their resolution Ability to work with 3rd parties as required for ticket resolution 3rd Line IT Support Desk Engineer Skills: Experience in a similar role as part of a support desk team Excellent interpersonal skills Calm and effective communicator Ability to prioritise own workload or as required by Service Desk Management Team Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English. 3rd Line IT Support Desk Engineer Qualifications: Good understanding of Microsoft Cloud technologies (Teams & Microsoft 365). Any Microsoft Cloud Certifications would be good to have. 3rd Line IT Support Desk Engineer Experience: Relevant experience of 3 to 5 Years in a similar role (preference given to candidates with UK MSP experience) Working Experience with ITSM tools like ConnectWise, BrightGauge, SmileBack, ITBoost, and NinjaOne. Exams towards certifications relevant for your role fully paid for! Services advertised by Gold Group are those of an Agency and/or an Employment Business. We will contact you within the next 14 days if you are selected for interview. For a copy of our privacy policy please visit our website.

Role: Head of Technology and CybersecurityLocation: Doncaster (Hybrid 2/3 split)Salary: Up to £108,000 + £8,000 Car AllowanceType: Permanent, Full-TimeSummary: We are looking to hire a Head of Technology and Cybersecurity who will lead and manage the design, build, operation, support, and security of a company's technology and information systems. This role oversees Service Delivery, Technical Services, Information Systems, and Cybersecurity, as well as the solutions and systems architecture team. Working closely with the IT Director and senior IT leaders, the Head of Technology & Cybersecurity supports growth through effective use of people, processes, and technology-driven solutions. This position will also manage strategic partners, such as their MSP and Consultancies as well as leading a technical team of around 15 people. They have a significant program of work through 2026 and 2027 and some major projects currently underway. We are looking for someone with strong organisation skills who can approach these in a structured way, prioritizing the workload of the team members Key Responsibilities: Act as a subject matter expert, providing guidance across the function and wider organisation. Ensure services are delivered in line with agreed SLAs and KPIs. Develop, maintain, and oversee company policies and guidance. Design and direct network safeguards to reduce security risks. Regularly review technical efficiency and implement improvements. Lead development and implementation of disaster recovery policies. Direct the creation of high-level and detailed technical designs. Chair the Technical Design Authority (TDA) and present as required. Manage and develop Solution and Security Architects. Ensure compliance and governance requirements are met. Develop and implement strategies to minimise cyber-attack risks. Oversee operational aspects of Business Systems. Stakeholder Management: Will maintain strong relationships with Regional Business Management Teams and Central Service Heads of Function. Will expect to spend an average of 20% of time within Regional, Sales and Site offices. Will deputise for the Group IT Director as and when required. People Management Responsibilities: Shape, develop, and lead a motivated, high-performing team. Support career progression through succession planning where appropriate. Conduct bi-annual Performance Development Reviews and support Personal Development Plans. Confidently manage performance, behavioural, and absence issues, taking action to drive improvement. Essential Skills & Attributes: Proven experience in leading technology teams across infrastructure, applications, and cybersecurity oversight. Strong strategic and organisational skills, able to bring structure and maturity to the team. Experience managing teams of 6-15 people. Broad understanding of IT operations, business systems, and service delivery. Knowledge of IT strategy, enterprise architecture, and security principles. Experience managing third-party service providers and outsourced contracts. Extensive stakeholder management experience. Focus on coaching, developing, and mentoring high-performing teams. Next Steps: Interviews for this role will be held imminently. To be considered, please send your CV to me now to avoid disappointment. Referrals: If this role isn't right for you, do you know someone that might be interested? You could earn £500 of retail vouchers if you refer a successful candidate to Oscar Email louis.metcalfe to recommend someone. Role: Head of Technology and CybersecurityLocation: Doncaster (Hybrid 2/3 split)Salary: Up to £108,000 + £8,000 Car AllowanceType: Permanent, Full-Time Oscar Associates (UK) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. To understand more about what we do with your data please review our privacy policy in the privacy section of the Oscar website.

At Amentum, we're not just solving problems; we're engineering the future. Our team is driven by an unyielding commitment to innovation, integrity, and collaboration, tackling some of the most significant challenges in science, security, and sustainability. If you're passionate about making a real impact and want to be part of a community that values ethical excellence, this is the place where your ambition can thrive. About the Opportunity We are seeking a dynamic and customer-focused Sedond-Line IT Support Technician to join our team at our UK Head Quarters, situated at our Birchwood Park, Warrington campus and comprising approximately seven buildings (the majority of business operations are conducted from a small subset of these offices). The other location is Theale, near Reading. You will be the local and friendly face of IT, providing essential on-site support to our end-users, ensuring smooth and efficient technology operations. This role requires a proactive individual with excellent problem-solving skills, a passion for customer service, and a willingness to contribute to a collaborative and positive work environment. Key Responsibilities Provide first-line technical support to end-users via ticketing system, drop-ins, and scheduled Tech Bars Diagnose and resolve hardware and software issues, including device swap-outs Deliver technical training and education to end-users during Tech Bar sessions Provide VIP support to key stakeholders. Technical Troubleshooting End User Compute (EUC), Networking, Applications, Printing, Unified Communications, including meeting room facilities (video conferencing), fixed and mobile telephony, video conferencing (e.g. Microsoft Teams, Zoom) Act as local "hands & eyes" support for second and third-line support colleagues and external partners Assist with IT security incidents Collaborate with the Facilities Management team to maintain on-site service and physical security, e.g. building access control / building management system (BMS) Manage stock inventory of IT equipment General ticket management, ensuring all tickets are dealt with in a timely and professional manner Service Improvement and Collaboration: Essential Skills and Attributes Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities Willingness to undertake funded and self-paced training, to enhance skills & experience Ability to work independently and as part of a team Ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical users Ability to work in a fast paced environment Experience with IT ticketing systems Basic networking knowledge Experience with EUC environments and management platforms (e.g. SCCM, inTune, Active Directory) Cloud Platform experience, particularly Microsoft Azure Strong Microsoft 365 (inc. Office 365) skills and experience Experience with Video Conferencing and telephony systems. Our Culture Our values are built on a strong foundation of safety, integrity, and respect for every individual. People are at the heart of our mission, and we believe in supporting one another through a culture of care and collaboration. We strive to create a workplace where everyone feels they belong and can thrive. Supporting mental wellbeing and fostering a sense of connection are essential to how we work. When we embrace different perspectives and work together, we become more innovative, more agile, and more successful.

At Amentum, we're not just solving problems; we're engineering the future. Our team is driven by an unyielding commitment to innovation, integrity, and collaboration, tackling some of the most significant challenges in science, security, and sustainability. If you're passionate about making a real impact and want to be part of a community that values ethical excellence, this is the place where your ambition can thrive. About the Opportunity We are seeking a dynamic and customer-focused Sedond-Line IT Support Technician to join our team at our office in Theale, near Reading. The other location is our UK Head Quarters, situated at our Birchwood Park, Warrington You will be the local and friendly face of IT, providing essential on-site support to our end-users, ensuring smooth and efficient technology operations. This role requires a proactive individual with excellent problem-solving skills, a passion for customer service, and a willingness to contribute to a collaborative and positive work environment. Key Responsibilities Provide first-line technical support to end-users via ticketing system, drop-ins, and scheduled Tech Bars Diagnose and resolve hardware and software issues, including device swap-outs Deliver technical training and education to end-users during Tech Bar sessions Provide VIP support to key stakeholders. Technical Troubleshooting End User Compute (EUC), Networking, Applications, Printing, Unified Communications, including meeting room facilities (video conferencing), fixed and mobile telephony, video conferencing (e.g. Microsoft Teams, Zoom) Act as local "hands & eyes" support for second and third-line support colleagues and external partners Assist with IT security incidents Collaborate with the Facilities Management team to maintain on-site service and physical security, e.g. building access control / building management system (BMS) Manage stock inventory of IT equipment General ticket management, ensuring all tickets are dealt with in a timely and professional manner Service Improvement and Collaboration: Essential Skills and Attributes Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities Willingness to undertake funded and self-paced training, to enhance skills & experience Ability to work independently and as part of a team Ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical users Ability to work in a fast paced environment Experience with IT ticketing systems Basic networking knowledge Experience with EUC environments and management platforms (e.g. SCCM, inTune, Active Directory) Cloud Platform experience, particularly Microsoft Azure Strong Microsoft 365 (inc. Office 365) skills and experience Experience with Video Conferencing and telephony systems. Our Culture Our values are built on a strong foundation of safety, integrity, and respect for every individual. People are at the heart of our mission, and we believe in supporting one another through a culture of care and collaboration. We strive to create a workplace where everyone feels they belong and can thrive. Supporting mental wellbeing and fostering a sense of connection are essential to how we work. When we embrace different perspectives and work together, we become more innovative, more agile, and more successful.

Regional QHSE Manager Circa 63,000 + Car Hybrid with travel 1 Year Fixed Term Contract Are you ready to drive quality assurance, systems and health, safety and environment for a leading business within the electrical infrastructure sector? Do you have the experience and technical know-how to manage and refine HSQE systems across a fast-growing national infrastructure network? If these questions strike a chord with you, the Regional QHSE manager opportunity on offer will be of real interest. This opportunity offers a unique opportunity to impact safety across key sites and make a significant impact within a leading brand in the electrical infrastructure industry. The role will be working with the Head of HSEQ and will be responsible for teams of mobile service engineers, HSEQ systems and wider health and safety delivery. What can you expect in this role? Support, maintain and improve the company's HSQE systems, ensuring quality and compliance across operations. Guide and influence teams to strengthen audit consistency, improve assurance and drive industry-leading standards across both operational and construction activities. Play a key role in connecting field teams, site managers and leadership to ensure high-quality decision-making and a strong safety culture Foster a culture of continuous improvement through training, innovation, and collaboration across teams. What We're Looking For: Proven background in high-risk or regulated industries such as chemicals, rail, energy, renewables with experience managing HSQE systems, audits and assurance activity across multiple sites. Proficiency in quality management systems, including ISO 9001, 14001 & 45001. Effective at influencing stakeholders at all levels and engaging with field service teams Independent, proactive, and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment. This is an excellent opportunity to grow and develop your career further within an exciting organisation who have an enviable reputation in their field. If you are interested and have the required experience, please contact Stanley French on or (phone number removed). Irwin & Colton are a specialist Health and Safety recruitment company, based in the South East of England we recruit across the UK. We recruit all roles in the health and safety industry from Health and Safety Manager, Health and Safety Director through to Health and Safety Advisor positions. Irwin & Colton 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 our website irwinandcolton. Com. Irwin and Colton is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion please let us know if we can do anything to make the process more accessible to you.

We're looking for a kind, empathetic and resilient Team Leader to join our Young People Services in Bracknell. £32,156.80 per annum, working 40 hours per week. Want to feel like you have an exciting future? You'll feel at home here. Making you feel at home here means helping you thrive in every way. That's why we offer a wide range of benefits, award-winning Learning & Development and a culture that welcomes all. These aren't token gestures - we've thought long and hard about how best to support our team. After all, our people are doing something amazing: helping to transform lives every day. Our benefits include: Annual leave increasing up to 30 days with length of service Free DBS Exclusive discounts and cashback via Reward Gateway and opportunity to buy a Blue Light Card Fully paid induction programme and further training ILM courses and Apprenticeship Programmes Cycle to work scheme Employee Assistance Programme for 24-7 confidential support Online wellbeing resources A generous pension - we will contribute up to 4% and life assurance cover up to £10,000 (T&Cs apply) Quarterly Staff Awards to reward & recognise our amazing staff's commitment and contribution All applicants must be legally eligible to work in the UK by the start of employment as Look Ahead are not able to offer sponsorship. The post holder will be fully involved in all aspects of the day to day management of their designated service, including line managing the relevant front line staff. You will lead and develop competence of direct reports as well as carry caseloads of customers requiring support. The working pattern for this role is: 8am-4pm, 12.30am-8.30pm and 9am-5pm This is a fixed Term Contract What you'll do: - Lead and motivate your team to ensure the championing of and maintenance of a positive local culture within your service - Deliver effective supervision and team meetings with staff and ensure that information, reporting and communication - Responsible for the personal development of staff, identifying high performers and feeding into the organisations succession plans - Ensure that Key Performance Indicators (KPI's) required as part of the Contract are met and recorded correctly - Develop key business relationships with all appropriate relevant customers/external parties to ensure service delivery excellence and maximise new business opportunities in own patch - Participate in and monitor the initial and continuous assessment of needs and ensure that support planning is carried out in line with assessed needs of the customer - Carry out other administrative tasks as relevant to the service and directed by the Contract/Heads of Operations - Deliver an out of hours on-call service for region, where required - Ensure that all safeguarding cases are managed in line with safeguarding protocols and are reported to Contract Manager/Head of Operations, as appropriate This is not an exhaustive list of all the duties and responsibilities that may be required from time to time and is subject to change in accordance with the needs of Look Ahead About you: - Enjoys social interaction and the company of others, networks in local business community - Approachable and open behaviour - Prefers working as part of a group or team - Is fundamentally calm and resilient, does not let emotion adversely affect them or obscure their judgement - Has a practical and logical mind and is naturally well organised - Thrives on change and enjoys dynamic diverse environments What you'll bring: Essential: - Educated to degree level or equivalent Desirable: - Other relevant professional memberships and/or specialist qualifications are desirable About us: Look Ahead is a leading, not-for-profit care and support provider in London and the South East. Our vision is to build better lives through social care and housing in local communities. As an organisation we deliver over 100 services, providing support to thousands of customers each year. Our mission is to co-design and deliver services that offer innovative social care solutions and support people to thrive. We work across mental health, homelessness and complex needs, young people and care leavers and learning disabilities so there are plenty of opportunities to grow and progress your career with us. We have a strong social purpose and we live and work by our values: We focus on Excellence and innovation. We are Caring and Compassionate. We are Inclusive and Trusted. We work in Partnership and are One-Team. Look Ahead is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults at risk, and expects all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. If your application for this role is unsuccessful, but we feel that you would be suitable for another role, we may contact you to discuss alternative opportunities. If this occurs you would not need to submit another application for the alternative role. We reserve the right to close this advert early if we are able to appoint to the vacancy before the advertised closed date. We are committed to diversity and inclusion at work and are accredited with Silver in the Inclusive Employers Standard 2021. We are a proud member of the Employers Domestic Abuse Covenant and encourage applications from a diverse range of applicants of all backgrounds. Please see our website for full Job Description

Head of Study Programme Reports to: Executive director (ED) Direct reports: Education programme manager, exam and research paper (RP) coordinator, North America administrator, Australasia administrator Salary: £55,000 - £60,000, depending on experience Application process: Apply with a covering letter and CV, outlining how your skills and experience apply to those outlined in the role description Apply by: 7 December (midnight, UK time) Phone interviews: W/C 8 December Final interview: 18 December Scope of the Role The head of study programme is responsible for the global delivery of the Master of Wine (MW) study programme and examinations. Within that remit they are responsible for building the membership of the Institute by attracting high calibre potential members and supporting them through the process of becoming Masters of Wine. The head of study programme oversees a team of five, works with a global network of MWs and students and is a member of the IMW's senior management team. The role requires regular travel and working during evening/weekends to attend and oversee the events related to the MW study programme (introductory courses, seminars, trips). Team management Management of a team of fiver and line management of a team of four including conducting performance reviews, providing feedback and support. Ensuring cross-team planning and collaboration so that deadlines are shared and pressure is managed well over the team Stakeholder management Works with and coordinates highly engaged, volunteer Masters of Wine in all aspects of the study programme and exam. Maintains strong relationships with the Institute of Masters of Wine (IMW) supporters and, where relevant, provides them with opportunities to contribute to the MW study programme. Works with supporters and sponsors and other contributors to develop opportunities for MW students (such as scholarships) and oversee the implementation of these opportunities. Develops a strong understanding of the student body and their perceptions of the programme and exam. Manages MW candidates' expectations globally. Study programme Ensures effective delivery of all study programme events, including course days and seminars. Attends seminars globally every year. Works closely with the study programme committee (SPCom) to continually improve the MW study programme. Main escalation point for students with complaints, issues or requests for special consideration. Represents the IMW at study programme events and in webinars to students. Ensure that the programme is delivered on time and to budget. In collaboration with education programme manager, have oversight of all communication with students, making sure that expectations are clear and well understood. Recruitment and admissions Work with the marketing and events manager to oversee the marketing and communication of education programme across all channels. Oversight of recruitment and admissions process, supporting education programme manager to ensure that the process is efficient and effective. With education programme manager, supports admissions committee (AdCom) to recruit strong candidates to the MW study programme. Examination Oversees the work of the exam and RP coordinator to ensure the effective, high-quality delivery of the annual examinations (stage one assessment, stage two exam and research paper). Final quality assurance of all examination-related administration, including: production of examination papers, distribution of scripts, exam software set up, results, announcement, etc. Producing reports on final exam results for exam and study programme board (ESPB), chief examiner and ED. Ensures that exam policies and procedures are up-to-date, understood and implemented consistently across all regions, including oversight of the appeals process. Ensures any examination software functions appropriately. Wine procurement and management Working alongside education officer, procure wines required for the MW study programme on a yearly basis, ensuring good value for money. Ensure operation efficiency in wine procurement, storage and shipping, making sure that wines arrive promptly and in good condition. Software and technology Responsible for maintenance of IMW's student database and ensuring clean and accurate data entered for all students both present and historical. Accountable for effective use of technology at all student events. Developing systems that improve student experience. Working with communications team, ensuring the student website is kept up to date and is easy to use and navigate. Working with operations manager, accountable for continuous improvement of the use of software used to manage the study programme. Ensuring team are well trained in how to use relevant technology. Budgets Working with the finance team, sets and agrees the yearly budget. Manages the budget for study programme and exam, ensuring careful financial management. Working with operations manager, increase operational and budgetary efficiencies to ensure that study programme can manage costs over the longer term. Committees Sits on, and secretariat to ESPB, ensuring that they are well supported to set the overall study programme strategy, and make continual improvement. Sit on other relevant committees: Admissions committee (AdCom) education committee (EdCom) and the examination committee (ExamCom). Facilitates the efficient operation of all committees listed above. Continuous Improvement In collaboration with ED and operations manager, recommends and implements changes in the delivery of the study programme to improve quality of delivery. Takes technical lead on developing the education and examination strategy. Keeps the Institute up to date with education and examination best practices. Ensures that policies and procedures are developed to respond to global changes. Works with the ED to maintain the Institute's relevance to the global wine industry. Identifies policy areas relating to the study programme or the examination that need development and to develop new or improved policies. In collaboration with operations manager, improves use of software and technology. The head of study programme will also support across wider IMW projects where required. Person specification Significant experience leading complex educational programmes or examinations delivered across multiple locations. Significant experience of stakeholder management working with high-level, industry leading experts in a creative and engaging way. Proven track record of delivering complex and multifaceted projects on time and within budget. Experience of managing successful teams within dynamic and changing environments. High level data analysis skills. Ability to work under pressure and on own initiative. Experience of working and travelling internationally. Experience of using the latest technology to enhance educational delivery. An effective communicator with the ability to adapt style to suit audience. High degree of emotional and cultural intelligence, diplomacy and organisational awareness. The ability to motivate and enthuse colleagues and stakeholders in meeting high standards and delivering client focused outcomes. Ability to respond to challenges, create and implement novel solutions. Meticulous attention to detail. An interest in the world of wine and a passion for high-quality learning outcomes. The desire to strive towards and maintain outstanding standards for the Institute Experience within the wine industry is not required for this role, however a genuine interest in the subject is essential. A second language is desirable. How to Apply Click on the 'Apply now' button below. Please upload your CV and a cover letter. The closing date for applications is Sunday 7th December 2025.

Role Overview: proAV are a leading global audio visual integrator, providing AV and event services across multiple client partnerships globally. Our immediate requirement is for an experienced Audio Visual Events Technician to be a key part of our London team, representing proAV and working onsite, taking full responsibility for delivering a demanding calendar of corporate events, maintaining the quality and standard of the client s experience. You will be responsible for all aspects of AV in relation to client s events from preplanning, identifying technical requirements, attending meetings in an advisory capacity and event execution. You will also be required to provide support for client meetings. One of many openings available at proAV (who have over 500 team members globally), this position is based within our end user s organisation who continue to invest in state-of-the-art technologies, services, and training. This is an exciting opportunity for an exceptional, experienced AV Events Technician to join an established operation with scope to drive and enhance the service at every opportunity. Experience and seniority of the position will be reflected by the remuneration and benefits package. Key Responsibilities: Provide Audio Visual Event Support. Carry out all aspects of the AV service prescribed in Event Function Sheets. Report all service shortcomings affecting Events Team to the AV Events Team Leader. Deliver a high standard of service in accordance with SLAs for the team. Deal with day to day administrative duties and any ad hoc duties assigned by the senior staff. Be fully conversant with H&S and First Aid procedures. Ensure a consistent standard is maintained throughout all events and that all processes are routinely followed. Be proactive in suggesting new methods and techniques to improve efficiency. Travel across both sites. Other duties as required or assigned by company management Ensure mandatory compliance with information security policies, standards and procedures. Process enquiries to the Events team mailbox. Provide meeting room support when required Key skills: Minimum of (3) three years experience within a client facing Corporate AV Events field Ability to provide workings standards to the highest specification within a Corporate Head Office Building. Excellent computer skills and the ability to learn new software and systems. Hands-on experience of Tandberg/Polycom/Lifesize; AMX/Crestron; Clear One; Extron and Mediastar systems. CTS Certified prefered. Candidates without this qualification will be expected to complete this training onsite Live experience of digital sound desks including microphone management and EQ Multi-camera control systems and vision mixing Crestron control systems including virtual and physical signal routing Video & Audio Conference experience including Point-Point and interactive Multipoint events Understanding of multiple display types including aspect ratios and video walls Basic stage lighting principles Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Expert PowerPoint user and knowledge of MS Windows About Us: proAV designs, integrates and supports blended technology solutions with AV, UC and beyond including end-to-end services and 24/7/365 support to enhance global collaboration and empower your world of communication. From reviewing technology to integration to post-deployment support, you re in safe hands when you trust your AV and UC to proAV. We are recognised as one of the AV industry s most powerful international delivery and support operations trusted by a varied client base in more than 80 countries across 6 continents. To date, we have completed 700+ projects outside of the UK that meets the demands and challenges of a globalised marketplace, keeping the lines of communication and collaboration open. From our state-of-the-art Customer Services Centre and Video Network Operations Centre (VNOC) our dedicated teams manage, monitor and protect our global clients business-critical AV systems architecture, products and technologies 24/7/365. Equality, Diversity & Inclusion proAV is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to supporting and promoting an inclusive culture for all employees and job applicants. We want everyone to feel comfortable being themselves and create a culture where we understand and respect each other s differences. proAV does not tolerate discrimination based on age, disability, gender identity, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. We make employment decision based on the needs of our business and the qualifications and/or experience of the individual. proAV offers personal and professional development opportunities, not just through traditional qualifications, but also through Apprenticeship schemes, internal training and mentorship programmes. We support employees and job applicants with their work-life balance through our family friendly policies and practices. We encourage all to apply.

Business Development Manager - Highways Maintenance (Nationwide, Hybrid) Drive nationwide growth and make your mark You will step into a Business Development Manager role where you're trusted to shape the national sales strategy, open new routes to market and directly influence a £15m+ growth plan. You'll enjoy a competitive salary, bonus, company car and the flexibility of hybrid working, while owning high-value relationships across the highways maintenance sector. Who you'll be joining You'll be joining a well-established, nationwide highways maintenance contractor working across both public and private sectors. The business delivers: Conventional highways maintenance - surfacing, patching and minor civils Safety defect repairs and pre-patching works Footway and footpath schemes, minor civils and small surfacing schemes Specialist spray injection patching services Thermal patching solutions Porous, low-impact footpath surfacing suitable for active travel routes and off-highway use You'll work closely with an experienced Operations Director and Managing Director who are committed to innovation, sustainable growth and long-term client partnerships, giving you the backing and support to deliver ambitious results. What you'll be doing As Business Development Manager, you will take ownership of driving profitable growth across a diverse highways portfolio, with a key focus on new relationships and frameworks. In this role you will: Lead the strategy to grow the contracting business from its current level towards a £15m+ target Develop new relationships on term maintenance contracts (TMCs) and with direct clients to deliver c. £3m+ per year of new highways maintenance revenue Target safety defects, pre-patching, footway schemes, minor civils, small surfacing and associated works with local authorities and major contractors Grow spray injection patching revenues by £500k-£1m per year by winning work with local authorities and Tier 1 contractors where the business currently has limited or no presence Do the same for thermal patching - identifying, bidding and securing new opportunities worth £500k-£1m per year Build a predictable pipeline of porous / low-impact footpath surfacing schemes (e.g. off-highway footpaths, bridleways, PROWs and active travel routes) towards a £1m per year target Lead the full business development lifecycle - from market mapping, lead generation and networking, through to bid support, negotiation and closing Work hand-in-hand with operations to ensure tenders are deliverable, commercially sound and aligned with wider business objectives Monitor performance against agreed targets and KPIs, reporting regularly to the Operations Director and Managing Director Represent the company at client meetings, industry events and networking opportunities to raise profile and uncover new workstreams What you'll bring To succeed in this Business Development Manager position, you will need: Proven business development or sales leadership experience in the highways sector (maintenance, surfacing, term maintenance, minor civils or similar) A strong track record of winning work with local authorities, Tier 1 contractors and/or on highways maintenance frameworks Commercial awareness and confidence in negotiating profitable contracts and frameworks Understanding of highways maintenance activities such as surfacing, patching, safety defects, minor civils and specialist repair techniques Excellent relationship-building skills, with the ability to operate credibly with clients at all levels A proactive, results-driven approach with the resilience to work towards stretching revenue targets Strong communication, presentation and report-writing skills Willingness to travel nationwide to meet clients and visit sites as required Pay, bonus and benefits In return for your skills and experience, you will receive: Salary in the region of £50,000-£60,000 per annum, depending on experience Performance-related bonus linked to clear growth and revenue objectives Company car (or car allowance, depending on package) suitable for regular nationwide travel Hybrid working arrangement combining home, site/client visits and time in the head office A comprehensive benefits package, including pension and holiday entitlement The tools, backing and autonomy you need to deliver results and grow your career Where and how you'll work, and how you can develop You will be contracted on a permanent, hybrid basis. The role is: Nationwide, with regular travel to meet clients and visit schemes Linked to a head office in Rugby, where you'll collaborate with senior leadership and operations Hybrid, giving you flexibility to balance office, home and field-based work in line with business needs As the business grows, you'll have the opportunity to: Play a central role in shaping sales strategy across multiple product and service lines Develop towards more senior commercial or strategic positions, such as Head of Business Development or senior leadership roles Build a national profile within the highways, term maintenance and local authority markets FOOTNOTE: If you feel that you are right for this role technically, but the salary, location or seniority does not suit you specifically then please still feel free to send us your CV. We constantly recruit for roles very similar to this one at all levels UK Wide. We are always keen to chat with you discreetly about your employment situation. Even if you are happy in your current role for now, we always welcome calls from Highways professionals keen to make their introductions for future months or years. Carrington West's Highways, Transport & Infrastructure division is the fastest growing in the country, our specialist team has a combined over 100+ years' experience in this market. Please call Jordan Townley at Carrington West on (phone number removed) or email (url removed) for more information. By applying for this position, you are agreeing for Carrington West to hold and process your personal data in accordance with our Data Protection Policy. Your data will be shared with third-party clients specifically relevant to any roles you have applied for. If at any stage, you wish to withdraw your consent please contact us.

On behalf of our client, we are seeking to recruit a Cyber Security Operations Lead on an initial 6-month contract. As the Cyber Security Operations Lead responsible for the transition of projects from the System Design team into the SOC operations ensuring impact analysis, capacity and availability management are considered prior to accepting new projects. You will also mentor/oversee members of the SOC Engineering team, ensuring all operational tasks are completed and work tickets updated/closed on time. Role: Cyber Security Operations Lead Pay: Up to 90 per hour via umbrella Location: Newport Contract: Monday - Friday 37 Hours per week, 6 Months contract IR35 Status: Inside Security Clearance : DV Clearance on submission Responsibilities Support SOC Engineers & Analyst activity Supports change & release management activity Toolset availability and capacity management review and escalation Maintain currency in security concepts, tools and best practices Engagement with the R&D Cyber Defence Centre for Airbus Cyber Solutions/Products Essential Skills: Good knowledge of multiple SOC tooling including IDPS/Firewalls/SIEM/Splunk/Email & Web Protection etc. Experience of implementing and fault finding Firewall technologies including Cisco ASR/Palo Alto/Fortinet Excellent understanding of network technologies Experience of Scripting and programming Experience of Windows and RedHat server systems and implementation of CIS hardening If you are interested in applying for this position and you meet the requirements, please send your updated CV to: Natalie Dalkin at Line Up Aviation Line Up Aviation has carved its own place in the recruitment of Aviation and Aerospace personnel all over the world for more than 30 years. We work with some of the industry's best known companies who demand the highest standard of applicants. " on Twitter for all of our latest vacancies, news and pictures from our busy UK Head Office. Interact with us using the tag at anytime! Thank you for your follow!"

The Senior Fundraising & Grants Manager will lead the development and delivery of Bite Back's fundraising strategy with a primary focus on trusts, foundations and institutional grants. You ll oversee the organisation s grants pipeline, coordinate funding applications and reports, and ensure excellent standards of funder stewardship and compliance. You ll also play a role in developing early-stage public fundraising activities to diversify income and support the long-term sustainability of Bite Back s youth-led mission. RESPONSIBILITIES The Senior Fundraising and Grants Manager is accountable for: Fundraising Strategy & Planning Design, deliver and monitor a values-aligned fundraising strategy, with a primary focus on trusts and foundations. Set annual income targets, track progress against goals, and report performance to senior leadership and trustees. Identify new income opportunities to support Bite Back s strategic growth and impact. Develop and maintain a month grant pipeline to forecast income and manage funding cycles. Ensure all fundraising activity complies with the Code of Fundraising Practice, GDPR, and Bite Back s ethical standards. Grants from Trusts and Foundations Lead the processes for securing income from trusts, foundations and institutional funders, from prospect research through to submission, reporting and renewal. Research, identify and prioritise funding opportunities aligned with Bite Back s youth-led mission and programmes. Collaborate with internal teams to conduct due diligence to ensure funding sources are aligned with our values. Prepare and submit high-quality, evidence-led, and compelling grant proposals in collaboration with the CEO, Director of Finance & Operations, Monitoring & Evaluation Manager, and programme leads. Coordinate grant management and tracking: maintain accurate records of deadlines, deliverables, and reporting requirements. Work with the finance team to develop accurate project budgets and ensure financial reporting meets funder expectations and our operational needs. Produce and submit clear, engaging progress reports to funders that highlight impact, learning, and youth voices. Monitor grant income and expenditure, ensuring compliance and timely claims against restricted funding. Work with the Operations and Contracts Manager and the Monitoring and Evaluation Manager to develop and improve systems for grant tracking and data integrity within the CRM (Salesforce). Donor Stewardship and Relationship Management Work closely with the CEO to build and maintain strong relationships with existing and potential funders, ensuring high-quality engagement and stewardship. Coordinate communications, updates, and thank-you processes for donors to encourage repeat and multi-year funding. Lead workstreams, working closely with the Brand Manager and leadership team for support, in order to deliver meetings, presentations, and reports to funders. Represent Bite Back at relevant events, funder briefings, and networking opportunities. Promote a culture of fundraising awareness and collaboration across the organisation. Fundraising Development Work with the Communications and Operations teams to explore and pilot small-scale public fundraising initiatives (e.g. individual giving, online campaigns, web donation tool). Work with the CEO and Communications team to develop a new strategy to build a strong and committed donor network of high net worth individuals aligned with Bite Back s values Develop systems, messaging, and supporter journeys that reflect Bite Back s youth-led identity. Explore opportunities for revenue from the public sector. Test new public fundraising channels and evaluate their return on investment to inform future strategy. Other Champion Bite Back s values - Fresh, Resilient, Respectful, Energetic, and Real - in all fundraising work. Collaborate with the youth activism, communications, and policy teams to translate programme outcomes into fundable opportunities and compelling narratives. Stay informed about trends in the fundraising and grant-making sectors and share learning across the team. SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE We will be looking for applications that demonstrate experience in at least some of these, and evidence of capacity to build skills in other areas. Please don t be put off applying for one of our jobs because you can t demonstrate every skill. If you're passionate and excited about working for us, and possess the main skills and experience we are looking for, go ahead and apply. You could be just what we are looking for! The ideal candidate would have the following: Essential Proven experience in securing income from trusts and foundations, ideally within the non-profit or campaigning sector. Track record of developing and managing a grant pipeline and meeting income targets. Excellent written communication skills with experience producing high-quality funding applications and impact reports. Strong organisational and project management skills with the ability to meet multiple deadlines. Understanding of budgeting and financial management for grant-funded projects. Strong relationship-building and stakeholder engagement skills. Experience using CRM systems for tracking income and reporting (ideally Salesforce). Knowledge of fundraising regulations, GDPR, and ethical standards. Commitment to Bite Back s youth-led, systems-change mission. Desirable Experience of developing public fundraising initiatives (individual giving, digital, community). Familiarity with youth-led or campaigning charities. Experience managing cross-team collaboration on proposals and reports. Understanding of impact measurement and evaluation in fundraising contexts. Confidence presenting to funders or representing the organisation externally.

Receptionist and Office Admin (Full-time, Permanent) Office Hours 8:30am to 5pm, Monday to Friday Onsite Aylesford, Kent Unlock your potential with our client Our client is a leading global supplier of ingredients and premix manufacturing solutions and trusted by the world's best-known food, beverage, and nutrition brands. Part of the NAGASE Group, their expertise lies in Ingredient Distribution, Manufacturing Solutions, and Customised Services. Their global network of colleagues, located in offices and manufacturing facilities around the world, deliver sustainable value-added solutions to customers. They are recognised for their deep expertise, commitment to excellence, and bold innovation which have earned them a strong reputation as a trusted industry leader. Wherever your career is headed, you'll find direction, opportunity, and belonging with them. What does the Receptionist and Office Admin role involve? As the Receptionist and Office Administrator, you will serve as the first point of contact for all visitors and callers, providing a welcoming and professional front-of-house experience. Your primary responsibilities will include greeting guests in person and over the phone, handling general inquiries, and directing them to the appropriate departments. You will also be responsible for maintaining accurate visitor records and managing the sign-in process at reception. Beyond front desk duties, you will play a vital role in supporting the wider site operations through a range of administrative tasks. These may include issuing parking permits, assisting with the coordination of employee benefits, and providing ad-hoc support to the HR team as needed. An important aspect of this role will also involve managing purchase requests from departmental managers across the business, ensuring the timely and accurate placement of orders in line with company procedures. What's in it for you? Personal growth, including training and development opportunities Health Cash Plan Subsidised gym membership Discretionary bonus Access to flexible pay with Aslan What to expect? Maintain reception area by keeping it clean and tidy. Receiving and distributing post and deliveries. Posting out mail. Answering and forwarding calls from the Mainline. Manage and maintain consumables stock for both sites (cleaning products, canteen refreshments, meeting room drinks, etc.). Oversee the upkeep of water coolers and coffee machines across the site, liaising with external suppliers to resolve any maintenance or service issues promptly. Process and place general purchase orders on behalf of all departments across the site (stationery, PPE, etc.), ensuring compliance with the company's approval process. Ensure effective organisation of purchase orders by maintaining a well-structured and up-to-date invoice filing system. Coordinate and place meeting lunch orders as requested by management, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with dietary requirements. Maintain security standards by following procedures and controlling access (monitor visitor records and issuing visitor access fobs). Support management with scheduling of meetings and minute-taking when required. Maintain the company movements log to ensure accurate visibility of who is on-site at any given time. Perform other administrative duties such as filing, photocopying, collating, etc. Booking/Organising transport arrangements for visitors. Support the organisation of company social and charity events. Coordinate the annual health surveillance testing and flu vaccination program, under the guidance of the HR department, ensuring smooth scheduling and communication with employees. Coordinate the scheduling and delivery of monthly on-site massage sessions for employees, ensuring smooth organisation and communication. Conduct monthly Health and Safety inspections of the reception area to ensure compliance with workplace standards and maintain a safe, welcoming environment. Maintain company notice boards. Support with organisation of monthly Town Hall meetings. Support with any ad-hoc tasks or projects as required by HR or the General Manager. Does this sound like you? Minimum 1 year of working experience in a front office handling administrative/receptionist responsibilities. Excellent organisation skills. Confident using Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.). Friendly and approachable. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to be resourceful and proactive in dealing with issues that may arise. Interested? Our client would love to hear from you! Click apply and complete your application.

Paying up £70k + Hybrid Working + Benefits - Join a leading wholesale organisation as a Senior IT Manager and make a real impact across multiple UK sites. Based at the Manchester head office, you will lead the IT function during an exciting period of transformation, including major system upgrades and business growth initiatives. This is a unique opportunity to shape the technology strategy, drive operational excellence, and empower teams to perform at their best in a fast-paced, evolving environment. THE JOB The IT Technical Services Manager plays a vital role in powering the organisation s daily operations, ensuring systems run seamlessly, providing expert user support, maintaining essential infrastructure, and protecting the business with strong cyber-security practices. In this hands-on, high-impact role, you will be the driving force behind smooth, secure, and reliable technology services that enhance productivity, safeguard business continuity, and enable teams to perform at their best. With a recent merger, rebrand, and a major ERP upgrade underway, this is an exciting moment to bring your expertise to the forefront and help shape the organisation as it moves into its next phase of growth and transformation. Key Responsibilities Operational Efficiency: Manage cybersecurity risks and ensure compliance with IT policies, data protection standards, and PCI DSS requirements Monitor and safeguard business-critical IT operations, including servers, software, POS systems, and the data warehouse Lead and support IT projects, from new hardware and software implementations to branch launches, ensuring continuity and timely delivery Oversee Microsoft Business Central and other core business systems, providing hands-on support for hardware, software, and networking issues across all locations Stay current with technology trends and best practices, maintaining accurate documentation and managing IT budgets for hardware and software needs Contract Management: Forge strong partnerships with suppliers and service providers, ensuring maximum value, reliability, and adherence to SLAs People & Team Leadership: Coach and develop the IT team, champion ongoing training, and drive continuous improvement and innovation across IT operations Align resources with business needs and headcount budgets to ensure optimal performance Stakeholder & Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to understand requirements and deliver IT solutions effectively Communicate updates and changes clearly, keeping the organisation informed and operations running smoothly THE PERSON Microsoft Business Central expertise with hands-on experience driving system efficiency Proven IT management or leadership experience, guiding teams and projects to success Effective communication and problem-solving skills, providing clear user support and resolving technical challenges Flexible, location-based role near Manchester or West Yorkshire with hybrid working and occasional travel (full driving licence is required) Immediate start opportunity, with notice periods accommodated THE BENEFITS Flexible hybrid working (2 days WFH per week) 37.5hr working week 25 days holiday + bank holidays Company pension scheme Free onsite parking Staff discounts Casual dress code Please note: Applications are only considered from candidates eligible to work in the UK without sponsorship

Job Description - Business Development Manager - Major Projects Sector: Power, Substations, Heavy/Light Rail Location: Remote, must be prepared to travel Contract Type: Permanent Reports To: Head of Business Development Role Overview We are seeking an experienced Business Development Manager with a strong track record in the power, substation, and/or heavy or light rail infrastructure sectors. Dats centre experience would also be very relevant. The successful candidate will lead growth initiatives across key markets, identify new business opportunities, and develop long-term relationships with clients, stakeholders, and partners. This role requires a blend of technical understanding, commercial acumen, and the ability to operate effectively within complex engineering and infrastructure environments. Key Responsibilities Business Development & Sales Identify, pursue, and secure new business opportunities across power, substation, and rail infrastructure sectors. Build and manage a robust pipeline aligned to business targets and strategic growth areas. Lead bid strategies, presentations, proposals, and tender submissions. Conduct market research to identify trends, competitor activity, and emerging opportunities. Deliver against revenue, margin, and growth objectives. Client & Stakeholder Engagement Develop and maintain long-term relationships with key clients, industry partners, suppliers, and contractors. Serve as the primary point of contact for new and existing customers, ensuring excellent service delivery and client satisfaction. Represent the organisation at industry events, networking forums, and trade exhibitions. Strategic & Commercial Input Contribute to the development of business strategy and market positioning within relevant sectors. Work closely with engineering, operations, and delivery teams to prepare accurate and competitive proposals. Provide input into pricing models, commercial strategies, and partnership approach. Support internal teams with customer insights, forecasts, and commercial intelligence. Collaboration & Internal Engagement Collaborate with technical, engineering, project, and commercial teams to ensure solutions meet client needs. Report regularly on pipeline progress, sales forecasts, and market activity. Support business planning activities, including budgeting and revenue projection. Skills & Experience Required Essential Proven experience as a Business Development Manager within the power, substation, heavy rail, or light rail sectors. Strong understanding of infrastructure environments, engineering processes, and industry standards. Demonstrated success delivering sales growth and securing major contracts. Ability to build relationships at senior levels within client and partner organisations. Excellent commercial acumen, negotiation skills, and strategic thinking. High-level communication, presentation, and stakeholder engagement skills. Ability to manage complex sales cycles and multi-disciplinary opportunities. Desirable Knowledge of UK infrastructure clients (e.g., DNOs, TOs, Network Rail, Transport Authorities). Experience working with EPC contractors, engineering consultancies, or rail/power OEMs. Technical background in electrical engineering, power systems, rail engineering, or related field. Existing network of industry contacts. Qualifications Degree in Engineering, Business, or related discipline (preferred but not essential). Professional memberships (IET, IRSE, etc.) beneficial but not required. Valid UK driving licence and willingness to travel when required. Behavioural Competencies Results-driven with a strong commercial mindset. Self-motivated, proactive, and able to work independently. Persuasive communicator with excellent interpersonal skills. Strategic thinker with the ability to execute tactically. Strong organisational skills and attention to detail. What We Offer Competitive salary and commission/bonus structure. Opportunities for progression within a growing business. Supportive, collaborative working environment. Exposure to major infrastructure and engineering projects across the UK. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Head of Product - Events 1 Year Contract (Likely to go perm) £60,000 - £80,000 DOE + Bonus + Excellent Benefits 2 Days Office Based - London About us: Our client is a long-standing and trusted provider of large-scale, international networking events, memberships and news covering the complete digital infrastructure ecosystem. The need has arisen to hire a Head of Product to lead across their flagship events portfolio. Their events connect leaders from more than 150 countries with tens of thousands of customers meeting at their series of powerhouse global events. Role Summary: This is a new, fixed term maternity cover role as Head of Product across their data/tech events. Specifically, you will lead the market leading Global Congress event alongside additional portfolio events. Reporting to the portfolio Managing Director, you will shape event propositions, drive growth, and ensure each product meets its commercial, strategic, and brand objectives. You will manage and mentor a team of Senior and Product Managers, working cross-functionally with content, marketing, operations, and sales to deliver world-class event experiences. This is a key role for a strategic yet hands-on product leader who can balance growth with commercial discipline, ensuring that every event evolves in line with customer needs and market opportunities. Crucially, you must love producing commercial events as this role is still very much hands on, building relationships with key speakers, partners and working with SPEX. Profile Required: Circa 6+ years' experience in B2B events, media, or community-led businesses, including 3+ years in a product or portfolio leadership role. Proven ability to grow event brands commercially and strategically. Strong commercial and analytical skills - comfortable with budgets, P&L ownership, and KPI tracking. Deep interest in (or experience with) the telecoms, data centre, or technology sectors. Exceptional communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with confidence at senior industry level. Strong people leadership experience, with the ability to motivate and mentor cross-functional teams. Entrepreneurial mindset - curious, creative, and outcome-focused. L ipton Media is a specialist media recruitment agency based in London. We specialise in all forms of b2b media sales including conferences, exhibitions, awards, summits, publishing, digital, outdoor, TV, radio and business intelligence. Our clients range from small start-up companies to FTSE 100 and 250 businesses. We work with people at every stage of their career from undergraduates looking for their first entry point into sales to senior managers and directors looking for their next challenge.

Our top telecoms client is looking for a Delivery Assessment Engineer to join their team on a staff basis Our Client has a requirement for a Delivery Assessment Engineer, who will be required to work on a staff basis in Irlam/Shropshire. Role Purpose: The Assessment Engineer plays a key role in supporting field readiness, infrastructure deployment, and customer order fulfilment. Sitting within the Delivery Assessment function, this role combines traditional surveying and plant protection responsibilities with modern service assurance duties - ensuring build and connection activity is efficient, compliant, and Right First Time (RFT). Job Role Responsibilities: This hybrid field-based role supports the technical assessment of infrastructure delivery, identifies and resolves field blockers to customer installations, completes excess construction charge (ECC) scoping, and helps maintain the resilience of deployed assets. The role operates cross-functionally with design, build, service, and installation teams to protect both service outcomes and infrastructure integrity. Lead complex surveys and infrastructure assessments to enable cost-effective and compliant deployment of new network assets, including poles, ducts, and overhead routes. Provide senior technical oversight during customer installations, validating engineering plans and resolving highrisk blockers to support successful delivery. Represent Freedom Fibre in joint site visits with third-party civils and build partners, offering expert judgement on feasibility, constructability, and safety planning. Take ownership of non-standard or escalated installations, executing in-field decisions where required to maintain build momentum and minimise delay. Oversee the resolution of field-based issues impacting live customer connections, acting as a technical escalation point within the team. Manage stakeholder interactions on-site, particularly in sensitive or high-impact locations, advising on solutions that meet engineering and customer standards. Scope and validate ECCs (Excess Construction Charges), ensuring high accuracy and completeness in support of the planning and commercial teams. Prove the fluidity of proposed overhead and underground routes by validating continuity, access, and constructability for planned connections and build. This includes planning for duct provision through test rods and ropes (TRR), verifying requirements, resolving line-of-sight (LOS) issues for overhead deployment, and locating and resolving network issues (faults). Confirm that all planned infrastructure has the appropriate permissions and consents in place, including wayleave and permit-to-work (PTW) requirements, and progress relevant documentation to the appropriate department for resolution or approval. Collaborate with contractors, planners, and internal teams to ensure infrastructure proposals are deliverable, scalable, and meet field-readiness standards. Lead the execution of pre-connection activities including pole hangs, final route validation, and pre-build quality assurance to support Right First Time outcomes. Act as a senior interface between engineering, service desk, and operations teams, facilitating the timely resolution of complex or high-profile cases. Maintain high standards of documentation and reporting across site visits, risks, and issue resolution activities. Champion safe working practices across all field interactions, supporting audits and driving continuous improvement in site safety culture. Advise on process enhancements and field deployment models based on live observations and stakeholder feedback. Experience / Skills / Knowledge / Qualifications: Practical knowledge of telecoms infrastructure and deployment methods, including civils, poles, ducts, fibre routing and customer installs. Experience working in a field operations, survey, or service assurance capacity. Ability to assess and document complex installation scenarios and build constraints. Familiarity with ECC processes and experience producing costed infrastructure recommendations. Comfortable using GIS and job management tools to document, track, and plan field activity. Solid understanding of health and safety expectations in a field environment. Professional conduct with customers and property stakeholders during on-site issue resolution. Ability to work independently and manage a busy field-based workload efficiently. Good written and verbal communication, especially in producing survey summaries or issue reports. Full clean UK driving licence and availability to travel across operational areas. Desired Accreditations NRSWA SLG SA001 o SA002 SA008 SA051C IPAF 1B S5 o S6 o S7 S8 Benefits: Company Car Fuel Card Overtime rates Company information At First Recruitment Group we understand just how important it is to secure the right people. That is why our Recruitment Consultants always take the time to understand requirements in detail and offer sound advice to both clients and candidates. We actively recruit at all levels and this is a superb opportunity for a Delivery Assessment Engineer looking for new employment. As part of putting people first, we strive to be an equal opportunities employer and we are always looking to increase the diversity of our workforce, working closely with our clients to ensure everyone is included.

Business Development Director QUVARA Medical Limited Swindon (Hybrid with Travel) Salary: Competitive base + performance-based bonus Be the commercial force behind a new era of medical manufacturing. About QUVARA Medical QUVARA Medical is a newly launched Contract Manufacturing Organisation (CMO) specialising in injection moulding and medical device manufacturing. Although newly formed, QUVARA Medical is built on over 30 years of precision, compliance, and proven performance, grounded in global pharmaceutical quality and regulatory expectations. Operating from our state-of-the-art facility in Swindon, we combine quality, speed, and scalability to deliver high-integrity manufacturing solutions for partners across pharmaceuticals, medtech, and diagnostics. With significant spare capacity ready for immediate utilisation, our focus is to build a pipeline of high-value opportunities across drug delivery devices, combination products, diagnostics, and other regulated healthcare applications. The Opportunity We are seeking a Business Development Director as our first dedicated commercial hire. This is a rare opportunity to shape the commercial direction of a business backed by decades of technical excellence, yet agile and ambitious in its growth trajectory. You will be the spearhead of QUVARA Medical s commercial effort responsible for generating new business, securing strategic accounts, and building a sustainable pipeline of profitable projects. To succeed, you ll bring live industry contacts and a proven record of delivering revenue quickly within the CMO, injection moulding, or medical device manufacturing sectors. Key Responsibilities Business Development & Sales: Identify, engage, and convert new clients across pharma, biotech, medtech, and diagnostics. Leverage your existing industry network to create immediate commercial opportunities. Develop and close deals to optimise manufacturing capacity at our Swindon site. Lead negotiations on commercial terms and supply agreements. Account & Relationship Management: Manage and grow high-value customer accounts. Build long-term partnerships across procurement, R&D, operations, and QA. Ensure smooth handover to operations for project execution and delivery. Strategy & Leadership: Shape the commercial strategy and go-to-market approach with senior leadership. Represent QUVARA Medical at industry exhibitions, conferences, and events. Contribute to laying the foundations of a scalable sales and marketing function. Key Requirements 10+ years experience in sales or business development in contract manufacturing, injection moulding, medical devices, pharma packaging, or CDMO/CMO environments. A proven track record of securing new business and managing multi-million-pound accounts. Strong industry network with live contacts in pharma, biotech, medtech, and diagnostics. Technical credibility in plastics, moulding, and device manufacturing processes. Excellent commercial judgement, able to structure profitable, value-driven deals. Entrepreneurial mindset resilient, self-starting, and comfortable in a lean, fast-moving environment. What We Offer The opportunity to be the first commercial hire in a fast-growing medical manufacturing organisation backed by decades of operational excellence. Competitive salary plus performance-based bonus. High autonomy to shape sales strategy and your customer portfolio. A supportive, ambitious leadership team focused on growth and long-term success. Ready to help scale a new CMO built on 30 years of trusted capability? Apply now or contact us for a confidential discussion.