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We are looking for an experienced Project Solutions Delivery Manager to lead the successful delivery of complex customer solutions across our business. Operating within the Operations function, this role is responsible for ensuring technical solutions are designed, integrated, deployed, and handed over to customers in a controlled, high-quality, and commercially sound manner. You will lead the Solution Delivery function, providing oversight across scope, schedule, cost, risk, and quality for a portfolio of delivery programmes. Working closely with Business Development, Product, Engineering, and Operations teams, you will ensure projects are delivered consistently, predictably, and in line with customer expectations. This is a leadership role focused on delivery excellence, operational discipline, and building scalable delivery capability across the organisation. Key job requirements and responsibilities: Lead, manage, and develop the Solution Delivery function, including direct leadership of the TSDM team and cross-functional delivery teams across Product, Engineering, Field Service, Monitoring and Operations. Ensure consistent performance management, succession planning, and capability growth. Ensure alignment of Solution Delivery processes, systems and governance with the Group standards and business systems (TBS), embedding group requirements into local delivery practices where applicable. Undertake UK and international travel as required to support customer deployments, programme oversight, and stakeholder engagement. Delivery Governance and Standards Ensure highest standards of Health, Safety, Environment, Security, and Quality in solution delivery in line with applicable ISO and other relevant standards. Establish and own the Solution Delivery framework, tools, and methodology. Standardise project lifecycle governance from proposal through to handover. Programme and Project Oversight Provide oversight and assurance across all active delivery programmes. Manage prioritisation of projects, monitor dependencies, risks, and cross-project resource conflicts. Intervene where required to unblock, escalate, or stabilise projects. Support Business Development in the preparation of proposals Manage handover from Business Development into Delivery Handover from Delivery to Operations Financial and Commercial Control Support bid costing and commercial modelling. Ensure delivery teams operate within approved budgets. Monitor project performance to maintain accurate forecasting, cost tracking, and milestone billing controls, and provide regular reporting as required. Technical and Solution Oversight Maintain sufficient technical understanding across software, sensor integration, infrastructure deployment, and system integration domains. Ensure solutions are fit-for-purpose, scalable, secure, and compliant. Provide escalation support on complex technical delivery challenges. Ensure safe and compliant installation and deployment activity. Ensure team are able to operate, demonstrate, install, and configure FACE. Qualifications / skills and experience Essential Significant experience leading technical solution delivery of integrated hardware and software systems to external customers within a complex technology environment Strong financial and commercial management capability within programme and project delivery, including cost control, forecasting, and risk management. Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to operate confidently at executive and customer level. Eligibility to obtain and maintain UK security clearance. Full UK driving licence. Willingness and ability to undertake international travel as required. Must have the right to work in the UK. Experience operating in regulated, defence, critical infrastructure, or similarly controlled environments is desirable.

We are looking for an experienced Project Solutions Delivery Manager to lead the successful delivery of complex customer solutions across our business. Operating within the Operations function, this role is responsible for ensuring technical solutions are designed, integrated, deployed, and handed over to customers in a controlled, high-quality, and commercially sound manner. You will lead the Solution Delivery function, providing oversight across scope, schedule, cost, risk, and quality for a portfolio of delivery programmes. Working closely with Business Development, Product, Engineering, and Operations teams, you will ensure projects are delivered consistently, predictably, and in line with customer expectations. This is a leadership role focused on delivery excellence, operational discipline, and building scalable delivery capability across the organisation. Key job requirements and responsibilities: Lead, manage, and develop the Solution Delivery function, including direct leadership of the TSDM team and cross-functional delivery teams across Product, Engineering, Field Service, Monitoring and Operations. Ensure consistent performance management, succession planning, and capability growth. Ensure alignment of Solution Delivery processes, systems and governance with the Group standards and business systems (TBS), embedding group requirements into local delivery practices where applicable. Undertake UK and international travel as required to support customer deployments, programme oversight, and stakeholder engagement. Delivery Governance and Standards Ensure highest standards of Health, Safety, Environment, Security, and Quality in solution delivery in line with applicable ISO and other relevant standards. Establish and own the Solution Delivery framework, tools, and methodology. Standardise project lifecycle governance from proposal through to handover. Programme and Project Oversight Provide oversight and assurance across all active delivery programmes. Manage prioritisation of projects, monitor dependencies, risks, and cross-project resource conflicts. Intervene where required to unblock, escalate, or stabilise projects. Support Business Development in the preparation of proposals Manage handover from Business Development into Delivery Handover from Delivery to Operations Financial and Commercial Control Support bid costing and commercial modelling. Ensure delivery teams operate within approved budgets. Monitor project performance to maintain accurate forecasting, cost tracking, and milestone billing controls, and provide regular reporting as required. Technical and Solution Oversight Maintain sufficient technical understanding across software, sensor integration, infrastructure deployment, and system integration domains. Ensure solutions are fit-for-purpose, scalable, secure, and compliant. Provide escalation support on complex technical delivery challenges. Ensure safe and compliant installation and deployment activity. Ensure team are able to operate, demonstrate, install, and configure FACE. Qualifications / skills and experience Essential Significant experience leading technical solution delivery of integrated hardware and software systems to external customers within a complex technology environment Strong financial and commercial management capability within programme and project delivery, including cost control, forecasting, and risk management. Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to operate confidently at executive and customer level. Eligibility to obtain and maintain UK security clearance. Full UK driving licence. Willingness and ability to undertake international travel as required. Must have the right to work in the UK. Experience operating in regulated, defence, critical infrastructure, or similarly controlled environments is desirable.

Service Advisors, Are you passionate about customer care. Dont you think you deserve to earn a Market leading £38,000+ OTE working as a Service Advisor? Working with a exciting brand and a progressive, supportive dealer group, and a clear training path? MONDAY to FRIDAY only. If so, The Recruitment Solution have the perfect role for you! The opportunity is based within their successful dealership in the Dartford area. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years experience in a similar role, excellent customer service, upsales and administration skills. If you have experience with RTC, One Link and Kerridge this would be a distinct advantage. Why Apply for this Service Advisor vacancy? You get to be a part of an exciting brand dealership, who provide you with excellent support You will receive a great package plus benefits Market leading £38,000+ OTE Monday to Friday ONLY Service Advisor Requirements You will be responsible for meeting and greeting customers into the service reception Booking in vehicles Raising and closing job cards Gaining authorisations for work to be carried out Liaising with the workshop in regards to work in progress Arranging courtesy cars using the one link system Costing, invoicing, customer handovers and up-selling. If you feel this Service Advisor role is ideal for you, call Daniel Walton today on (phone number removed) or send your CV to (url removed) and one of our specialist consultants will be in touch. Alternatively you can call Daniel directly on (phone number removed). If you are looking for a fantastic opportunity within your already successful career and would like to join this highly successful prestige motor company then apply today! We have many different Motor Trade Jobs available from Service Manager, Service Team Leader, Aftersales Manager, Sales Executive, General Sales Manager, Sales Manager, Business Manager, Sales Admin, Body Shop Manager, Panel Beater, Dealer Principal, Motor Mechanic, Service Advisor, Bodyshop Estimator, Paint Sprayer, Motor Cycle Technicians & Mechanics, Vehicle Technician, Light Commercial Vehicle Technicians, HGV Fitters, Parts Advisor, Parts Manager, Workshop Controller, Trade Parts Representative, Fast Fit, Tyre Fitters, Warranty Administrator, Rental Advisor, Car Valetor, Collection & Delivery Drivers. Lots of Motor Trade Jobs throughout the UK. Call Us Now For Motor Trade Jobs, Working in Automotive Main Car Dealerships such as Mercedes, Audi, BMW, VW, Jaguar, Land Rover, Volvo, Bentley, Saab, Lexus, Toyota, Mazda, Ford, Peugeot, Renault, Citroen, Vauxhall, Nissan and many more.

Junior Research Executive Market Research Location: Hybrid Working between Office in Dorking and Home Salary: From £30,000 per annum Job Type: Full Time, Permanent About the Company Our client is a boutique market research agency founded 8 years ago. The company was inspired by an emergent trend in the Research industry for innovative, agile, online tools that allow research to be conducted in a quicker more cost-effective way. The business is run by senior researchers with both client-side and agency side experience and backed up by a team of Research Executives skilled in their agile tools. The majority of work is quantitative, international and could be anything from skincare to pet food to automotive. Most employees are based within 90 mins of Dorking. The team work mainly from home but connect frequently using Microsoft Teams and meet once a week in a rented office space really near to bustling Dorking High Street. They work hard but are a friendly bunch! You will have opportunities to make a bigger impact and progress more quickly than you would in a bigger agency. Come and find out for yourself! The Role This is an entry level role. The primary focus of this role is market research where you will be working on many different types of primarily quantitative research techniques. You will quickly learn about the different research methodologies, and their applications. This is a very hands-on role, there is a lot to learn but it is a very interesting and rewarding industry. They work with consumer facing brands and have skin care, petrochemical, alcoholic beverage, healthcare and consumer packaged goods clients. The business is based in Dorking, Surrey and you would be required to spend 1 day a week there, the rest of the time working from home. There may be a requirement to travel to clients occasionally. They are a small company, and there will be unlimited opportunities for you to grow with the business. Analytical skills, a natural curiosity and Microsoft Office experience will be essential for this role. A university graduate, you must also be organised, motivated, hands-on and able to grasp new concepts quickly, be professional, a good communicator, be happy working remotely 4 days a week and have some understanding of how research & insights work from a project perspective. They will monitor and guide your development continuously with reviews at 3, 6 and 10 months and if you progress in line with expectations there will be regular salary increases, such that in year 1 they would expect you to earn in excess of £30,000. Key Responsibilities Getting involved in projects, helping design questionnaires and prepare dashboards Understanding project objectives and how these will be addressed by the research Ensuring projects are progressing as per the agreed timeline Becoming involved in client management Being able to follow a brief, and prioritise workload Playing a key role in project analysis and reporting Using analysis skills to turn data into insight Drafting sections of reports/presentations Data checking as required Supporting the senior team on pulling together proposals and keeping an eye out for future business development opportunities Contributing where appropriate to the company s marketing activities Desired Background and Skills The company are looking to grow and develop the very best researchers to maintain their reputation as a first-class insight agency delivering high quality, agile research. Specifically, they are looking for individuals with the following: A strong work ethic and a solution-focused 'can do' attitude combined with intellectual curiosity and creativity Meticulous attention to detail Excellent planning and organisational skills Strong English language skills The ability to pick up and understand new information rapidly, and to work well both in a team and individually A self-starter with a passion for research, communications and understanding people s decision making around brands, products & services A bachelor's degree (2:1 or higher) and a strong academic record will add to the strength of the application Solid experience using Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint and Excel) with Adobe Acrobat experience an advantage Additional Information You must be resident of the UK and should be eligible to work in this country to apply to this role. PLEASE DO NOT APPLY for this role if you are on a student visa, student working visa or your partner s visa or equivalent or currently live in another country. The company will not consider your application if this is the case. To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for this reputable company, then please do not hesitate in applying.

Established luxury travel company, who set the standard for luxury adventurous holidays are expanding their team in Cheltenham (hybrid working available) are seeking an Operations Executive, with fantastic organisational skills, to join their Tours Team. There is a competitive salary, extensive benefits and realistic career progression opportunities! As an Operations Coordinator (or Consultant) you will be responsible for the successful operating of our luxury Tailor-Made travel itineraries, accurately booking all ground arrangements for multiple departures of European tours. You will be working with the internal sales team and suppliers to ensure the smooth operation of the tour JOB DESCRIPTION: Operations Accurately book all services required for the successful operation of the tour within the budget set To liaise with agents directly on any changes or operational requirements To accurately cost any additional requests or changes Prepare detailed documentation for tours To log and share feedback from each tour, to ensure that improvements are made promptly Successfully deliver the guests' tour so it runs perfectly and exceeds their high expectations Operate the targeted volume of tours (by sales value) within a given year Financial Taking full responsibility of a tour's cost control and margins Ensuring necessary payments are made and received at the appropriate time Preparing accurate client payment and agent commission statements To assist the Finance Department with invoice queries as they arise. To manage tour costs in order that budgeted margins are achieved To enter financial data onto reservations system in a timely and accurate manner Quality Control / Customer Service To have the highest standards of quality at the forefront of mind To proactively highlight potential Customer Service problems and take steps to make improvements To investigate and provide information to enable a response to customer service issues. EXPERIENCE REQURED: A confident, positive attitude Strong spoken and written communication skills. A second European language is advantageous Good level of geographical and general knowledge of Europe is advantageous Up-to-date knowledge of Outlook, Word, Teams and Excel Numeracy and good, basic mathematical understanding A real passion for travel Ability to multi-task and work under pressure extensive Attention to detail A willingness to develop relationships with key suppliers Good and effective time management THE PACKAGE Competitive salary plus commission & bonus plan Company pension plan from start of employment, with employer contributions increasing after 5 and 10 years of service 25 days annual leave - in addition to bank holidays, plus the ability to buy an additional 5 days or sell 5 days Discounted trips (includes friends and family) Discounted Gym Membership Private Healthcare Life Assurance Hybrid working Enhanced Paid Parental Leave Employee Assistance Program - includes access to wellbeing resources and counselling Recruitment Referral Bonus Cycle to work scheme Season Ticket Loans Regular Social Events INTERESTED? Please follow the instructions to apply attaching your CV. This vacancy is being managed by Claire Muge. I can be contacted on (phone number removed) or (url removed) Not right for this role, or this role not right for you, but keen to further your career in the Travel Industry! We have a variety of different opportunities so do submit your CV to us! Unfortunately if you are unsuccessful, due to our volume of applications, we are unable to reply to everyone individually.

Come and join the Littlefish team! Work location: Remote Salary: Up to: £85,000 Must be eligible for SC Clearance (UK resident for the last 5 years) Here at Littlefish, we look for people who can make a real difference and become a giant slayer. As the world around us continues to change, we look for people who grab that change with optimism and excitement. These are the passionate and high performing people who enjoy and thrive on thinking outside the box. Our current employees are the giant slayers who have made Littlefish who we are today, and you will be the future employees who continue to add the drive, passion, and add to our skills and experience as we see Littlefish grow. So, if this is ticking your boxes and you are excited at the thought of working with creative, passionate, energetic, friendly people- we would love to hear from you. The role and what you'll be getting up to on a day to day basis: As a Solutions Architect at Littlefish, you'll play a key role in helping our customers shape and deliver their digital transformation journeys. Sitting within our Consultancy Services team, you'll design futureproof, cloudfirst solutions that solve complex business challenges and enable long-term success. You'll work closely with customers, partners, and internal teams to translate business goals into clear, robust technical architectures. Acting as a trusted advisor, you'll lead customer strategy sessions, define IT roadmaps, and ensure solutions are aligned to both commercial objectives and best practice architecture standards. This is a highly consultative role where your expertise, communication skills, and passion for innovation will make a real impact. You will: Design, cost, and present high-quality technical solutions for existing and prospective customers Lead architectural engagements, owning solution design from discovery through to delivery Deliver customer strategy workshops, helping organisations define their IT strategy and cloud roadmap Produce clear, accurate architecture documentation, including diagrams, designs, and implementation plans Provide architectural governance and oversight to ensure solutions meet best-practice standards Act as a trusted technical advisor to senior stakeholders, including C-level leaders Collaborate closely with internal teams such as Professional Services, Sales, and Engineering Champion consultancy services, ensuring engagements are set up for success from the outset Stay ahead of emerging technologies and contribute to continuous improvement of architectural standards Who you are: You're an experienced Solutions Architect with a strong background in public cloud technologies, particularly Microsoft Azure & M365 Solution areas. You're comfortable operating at all levels of a customer's organisation and can clearly translate complex technical concepts into language that resonates with both technical and nontechnical audiences. This specific role will likely be aligned with one of our long standing clients, with a focus mainly on End User Compute (EUC), Microsoft 365 and Modern Workplace type scenarios. There will be scope to work on other solution areas including Microsoft Azure and classic Infrastructure solutions, but the former is anticipated to be the primary demand. Proven experience designing and delivering cloud solutions, with strong Microsoft M365 and Azure expertise Have deep technical understanding of the solutions being developed, capable of working alongside our Professional Services Consultant level resource to ensure successful project delivery and critical success criteria are met Confident engaging with stakeholders across technical, commercial, and executive levels Consultative in approach, with strong stakeholder management and influencing skills Experienced in leading architectural discussions and guiding decision making Trusted partner who delivers value throughout the end-to-end customer journey Passionate about technology, innovation, and enabling meaningful organisational change through well architected solutions What can we offer you? Healthcare cash plan. This will give you access to online GP appointments, 24/7 access to qualified counsellors and cash back against a range of general healthcare Referral bonus scheme of £1000 when you successfully refer a friend. Access to our LinkedIn Learning platform, with over 16000 expert-led online tutorials to enhance and achieve your personal and professional goals. Casual dress policy Company Pension Scheme Company social events 25 days annual leave plus public/bank holidays Purchase of annual leave scheme Life at Littlefish: Our company values shape who we are as a business, what we stand for and how we work. Hiring people with our values at heart, is very important as we see Littlefish grow. I am High Performing- I like to raise the bar, we look at creating opportunities to increase quality and improve efficiency, we strive for service excellence. I am Passionate- We build team success and celebrate them together, I am enthusiastic and energetic, I care about the people I work with and we support one another. I Have a Can-Do Attitude - I am not afraid to step outside my comfort zone, we are not afraid to challenge status quo, we get stuff done! So, if you feel like you can make a tangible difference, apply today, and join us on this journey. Here at Littlefish we aim to be somewhere everyone can be themselves. We are committed to encouraging a diverse and inclusive community where everyone irrespective of who they are, or their background, can feel equal and supported. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. Please get in touch if you are concerned about any difficulties you may face during your recruitment process, so we adjust accordingly. Part of our application process includes a set of ED&I (Equality, diversity and inclusion) questions. Please note, each question has a prefer not to say option).

Supply Chain PMO Location: Filton (60% onsite) Contract Duration: Until 03/08/2026 (with potential for extension) Pay Rate: 33.00/hour (Umbrella) / 24.66/hour (PAYE) Hours: 35 hours/week (working 4.5 days between 7am - 7pm, flexible within business discretion) Clearance Required: BPSS + Security Clearance (to be completed by client) IR35 Status: Off-payroll working rules apply Travel:Occasional international travel may be required About the Role Our Client is seeking a dynamic and autonomous Supply Chain PMO Consultant to support strategic procurement initiatives and supplier transformation projects. This role is pivotal in driving governance, performance tracking, and continuous improvement across supply chain operations. You will be embedded in the Joint Improvement Plan (JIP) and Supply and Quality Improvement Plan (SQIP) frameworks, supporting internal governance, supplier engagement, and executive reporting. Key Responsibilities Organise and prepare PIA meetings and steering committees. Record, activate, and monitor action plans for internal governance. Produce high-level dashboards and executive reports summarising procurement performance, risk exposure, and actionable insights. Track procurement metrics including supplier delivery, quality, and cost performance. Support governance and preparation of JIPs under the leadership of project leads. Identify inefficiencies and risks, recommending improvements based on data trends and best practices. Assist with audit outputs and supplier risk assessments. Ideal Candidate Profile Proven experience in PMO, Supply Chain, Quality, or Value Stream Mapping (VSM). Strong understanding of structured project management methodologies. Skilled in executive reporting and strategic decision-making support. Ability to translate complex business problems into clear, actionable insights. Excellent presentation and stakeholder management skills. Comfortable working in a multicultural environment. If you think this could be a new and exciting career opportunity for you and you would like to learn more or just for an initial, no-obligation conversation please contact me on (phone number removed) or you can apply directly by following the Easy Apply link and I will contact you as soon as I receive your contact details. This vacancy is being advertised by Belcan

We have been exclusively appointed by our client company on a retained search for A commercially astute Commercial Director with strong strategic and financial acumen, with proven experience in building cost models and driving business growth, and the ability to provide clear direction and leadership to a capable but underdeveloped team. Below you will find a Candidate Opportunity Brief developed from notes taken during the scoping meeting (Situational Discovery) held between the Head of Executive Search & Principal Consultant of Ford & Stanley Executive Search and the General Manager of the business in question. This brief is designed to give candidates a deeper insight into the opportunity inherent within the role, the challenges the role presents, and provide access to the detail that sits behind the job specification. Client Opportunity Statements: We re looking for someone who can introduce clear processes, build confidence, and lead with intent as we scale out commercial function into a more mature, performance-driven operation Our pricing and margin models vary too much across contracts. We need someone who can create a unified, data-led approach that supports profitable growth and gives us commercial control. Challenges expected within the first 12 months include: The function currently lacks structure and consistency, as such the incoming Commercial Director needs to address the lack of processes, procedures, systems, contract standardisation. As the business grows, the cost models need to be fit for purpose, currently, there is no consistency to these cost models and uniformity needs to be achieved. The team have lacked true leadership, and we expect some resistance to change as higher performance is demanded across the function. Key deliverables within the first 12 months include: Define and implement a consistent costing model. In close collaboration with the senior leadership team, build a robust pipeline of opportunity. Analyse the capability of the current team, identify any gaps and implement practical steps to address these. Essential Hard Skills (Skills & Experience) Proven leasing knowledge with the capability of building pricing models and leading negotiations. Strong rail operations knowledge Have a strong commercial acumen with the ability to set a commercial strategy and lead new business activity. Line Management experience Bidding knowledge highly desirable Essential Soft Skills (Attributes & Behaviours) Dedicated and capable of prioritising the various responsibilities. Gravitas and has the ability to influence and persuade Exceptional negotiation skills Strong emotional intelligence, with an ability to navigate diverse stakeholders Natural commercial acumen that can think on their feet. Working Arrangements & Location: Hybrid working model Based in Derbyshire office, with 1 day working from home and another optional on client visits. Interview Process: 1st Stage Face-to-face interview with General Manager, and HR & Administration Manager. 2nd Stage Face-to-face interview with General Manager & Chief Executive Officer. Good to know: The working environment can be described as agile, quick, and unaffected by red tape. With a headcount of 75, this is an SME with an incredible passion for the products, industry, progress and achievements of the collective. With a culture of name, not a number , this is a business where everyone knows everyone, and this sets the business apart from other businesses in the Freight Sector. It has been identified that there is a lack of leadership in the commercial function and as a result capability gaps in the team. The incoming Commercial Director needs to develop the team culture and clearly define the mission surrounding growth of the division. The Commercial Director will play a pivotal role in shaping the company s commercial strategy, building robust costing models and leading both a capable and under-directed team. We need the incoming Commercial Director to drive consistency in contracts, processes and system utilisation. In conjunction with the above, we need the successful candidate to build a strong pipeline and identify opportunities for growth. A major project, and indeed focus area of this role, for the company involves the introduction of a new product into the market. Early tests have shown exceptional capabilities and the product is described as being among the best in the sector. This is gaining a lot of interest, and the initial order numbers will likely be doubled. Budget: Low: £90,(Apply online only) Mid: £95,(Apply online only) High: £100,(Apply online only) Supporting benefits Bonus: 10% of annual salary, structure and earning metric to be defined. Pension 8% Employer contribution. Executive Search Delivery Team: Head of Executive Search, Tom Norton: Client & Opportunity Management, Client Advisory, Recommendations & Offer Negotiation. Principal Consultant, Billy Jackson: Longlisting, Networking, Research & Search, Interviews, Data & Market Intel & shortlist presentation. About Ford & Stanley Executive Search: Please see supporting appendix : Executive Search Candidate Journey Ford & Stanley Talent Services Group Ltd is a Disability Confident employer that is committed to a policy of equal opportunities for all opportunity seekers. We shall adhere to such a policy at all times and will review on an on-going basis all aspects of recruitment to avoid unlawful or undesirable discrimination. We will treat everyone equally irrespective sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, age, disability, colour, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief or political beliefs and we place an obligation upon all staff to respect and act in accordance with the policy. Services advertised by Ford & Stanley Executive Search are that of an executive search and talent advisory business.

My client is looking for a commercially minded Finance Business Partner to join their continuously growing organisation based in Medway. Reporting to the Finance Manager, this is a key role where you ll partner closely with commercial and operational teams, driving performance, challenging decisions, and providing the financial insight needed to shape the future of the business. Duties will include: Collaborate with commercial teams to deliver actionable financial insight and guidance Influence and drive conversations around cost savings, efficiencies, and pricing strategies Delivering monthly financial reviews, offering analysis to support decision-making Lead the budgeting cycle, aligning plans with the company s long-term objectives Benchmark performance against competitors, highlighting key opportunities and risks Provide detailed analysis to support both operational performance and financial outcomes Ensuring deadlines are met with accurate reporting and robust internal controls Oversee preparation of statutory accounts, board reports, and tax submissions The successful candidate will: Ideally be ACCA/ ACA/ CIMA qualified ACA, ACCA, but part-qualified and QBE candidates will be considered Have previous experience in a finance business partnering role within the Manufacturing/FMCG or similar sectors Possess excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Have strong financial modelling and analytical skills Be highly organised, detail-focused, and comfortable working to tight deadlines In return the company is offering a competitive salary depending on experience, life insurance, cash plan, discounts on products, retail and gym memberships, referral rewards, excellent progression opportunities and more! Please note due to the expected high volume of applicants, only suitable candidates will be contacted. This role is being managed by Polly Alexander, Recruitment Consultant for Pearson Whiffin Recruitment. Not quite the right role but still looking? Whether you are entry or Executive level, our team of experienced Recruitment specialists can help you with your career. We are Kent s leading independent consultancy and pride ourselves on delivering an exceptional service to both candidates and clients. Follow us on and By working with us, you will be helping support charities across Kent; we have raised over £60,000 so far!

Marketing Executive Reporting to: Marketing Manager Overview: Grafton Recruitment are recruiting a Marketing Executive for a leading heat network energy supplier in the Greater Bradford area. Our client is a leading provider of end-to-end heat network solutions, with a nation-wide presence, over 40 years of experience in reducing carbon emissions and 200+ employees. Their client base includes local authorities, housing associations and private developers. Helping to optimise energy efficiency, manage renewable energy, and focus on well performing schemes, whilst minimising costs to the resident. They are looking for a Marketing Executive to support the delivery of their strategic marketing plan. Reporting to the Marketing Manager, the role contributes directly to business growth by executing targeted campaigns, generating qualified leads, and enhancing brand visibility across multiple channels. Key Responsibilities: Support the development and execution of integrated marketing campaigns. Supporting the business with customer communications and material Perform market analysis and research to identify product, service, and market gaps. Collaborate with external agencies (creative, PR, SEO, web, design) to deliver marketing initiatives. Design basic marketing and comms materials in line with brand guidelines Create and proofread compelling content for digital platforms, including website, blogs, social media, email, and video. Manage and optimise social media channels to increase engagement and brand awareness. Coordinate webinars, events, and exhibitions from planning to execution. Maintain and update CRM and customer databases. Analyse and report on campaign performance and ROI. Ensure all activity aligns with brand guidelines and industry best practices. Play a role in understanding the evolving needs of customers across multiple sectors Support and manage internal company events and the marketing department SharePoint You: Minimum 2 years B2B marketing experience. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Proven ability to manage campaigns and third-party agencies. Experience with SEO, PPC, CRM systems, and social media management. Proficient in digital marketing tools; experience with WordPress and HubSpot desirable. Creative, proactive, and results-driven approach. Ability to work independently and as part of a wider team Excellent attention to detail Familiarity with marketing programmes and social media platforms. Experience and skill with MS Office packages including Word, Excel and PowerPoint We are happy to provide application and/or accessibility support, please contact your Marks Sattin or Grafton consultant directly to discuss your needs. We're committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients, please visit (url removed) and (url removed) for our privacy policy.

Materials ManagerLocation: Ipswich (with regular travel) Day Rate: £250 - £350 - DOE (Inside IR35) Contract Length: 6 Months Our client, a leading name in rail, is seeking a proactive Materials Manager to lead the transformation of stores operations across three key sites. The Role Based in Ipswich reporting into the Fleet Manager, you'll take ownership of stores operations at Ipswich and two other key sites. This is a hands-on, multi-site role requiring both strategic thinking and practical execution. While Ipswich will serve as the central hub, this is a mobile role with regular expensed travel. You'll work closely with transport planners, depot managers, and material controllers to ensure materials are stored, moved, and managed efficiently. Key Responsibilities Lead the organisation and day-to-day management of materials / stores at Ipswich and two other key locations. Develop and implement strategies for storing overflow goods safely and efficiently. Collaborate with the Transport Planner to coordinate the movement of materials between sites. Set up and maintain well-organised, functional stores environments that support operational needs. Apply a hands-on, logistical approach to managing stock, layout, and material flow. Ensure accurate inventory control and timely availability of parts and materials. Drive continuous improvement in stores processes, layout, and efficiency. Promote a culture of safety, compliance, and teamwork across all stores operations. Candidate Requirements Proven experience in managing materials and stores operations, ideally within a rail or heavy engineering environment (rail preferred but not essential). Strong understanding of how to set up and maintain an efficient, well-organised stores function. Comfortable applying both logistical planning and a hands-on approach to daily operations. Able to liaise effectively with key stakeholders including Transport Planners, Depot Managers, and Material Controllers. Willingness to travel frequently between Ipswich and other depots. Experience in managing multiple stores is beneficial but not essential. Ability to quickly learn the in-house EAM asset management system (prior familiarity is a plus). Capable of setting up systems and processes that ensure smooth and consistent stores operations across multiple sites. Additional Information All Travel and accommodation costs related to site visits will be covered by the client. How to apply for the role: If you are interested in the Materials Manager role, then please apply via this job board. For more information, please get in touch with the Consultant listed on this page. About Ford & Stanley Group Ford & Stanley Talent Services Group are in the business of people and performance. Our mission is to create one million better workdays through facilitating great recruitment, leadership and occupational mental fitness. We support our clients in their most challenging business areas - recruiting, developing and retaining the best talent from shop floor to boardroom. Ford & Stanley TalentWise - Business specialising in blue collar trade & technical services - permanent and temporary. Ford & Stanley Recruitment - Business specialising in white collar spanning all company functions with specialist verticals within Digital, Rail Engineering, Civils & Infrastructure, General Manufacturing, Supply Chain & Logistics both permanent and contract. Ford & Stanley Executive Search - Business specialising in Executive Search & Executive Interim Solutions in the UK, North America, Middle East and Europe. Ford & Stanley Genius Performance - Performance is always accelerated when good people are coached, inspired, trained and focused in the right way. Ford & Stanley Talent Services Group Ltd is a Disability Confident employer that is committed to a policy of equal opportunities for all opportunity seekers. We shall adhere to such a policy at all times and will review on an on-going basis all aspects of recruitment to avoid unlawful or undesirable discrimination. We will treat everyone equally irrespective sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, age, disability, colour, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief or political beliefs and we place an obligation upon all staff to respect and act in accordance with the policy. Services advertised by Ford & Stanley are that of an employment consultancy business.