Assistant Manager Big Ticket Sales 30-35k base Earnings over 40-45k We are currently recruiting for an Assistant Manager for a retailer well known for their sales and customer service standards within assisted sales and big-ticket retail. With a basic salary circa 32-35k and realistic earning potential of over 45k OTE, this is a fantastic opportunity to join a business where service and results go hand in hand. With a background in an assisted sales environment, we are seeking a proven Manager who can succeed in an extremely competitive premium market. We are keen to speak to Assistant Managers or General Managers with experience in Furniture sales, Telecom Sales, Kitchen, Bedroom, Bathroom sales, Flooring, Jewellery, or Car Sales. We want our client's new Assistant Manager to have the ability and drive to support managing a business that thrives on customer interaction and strong sales performance. You will have the autonomy to support the Store Manager, motivate your team and deliver an amazing customer experience with every interaction. Zachary Daniels has an exciting opportunity to join this superb retailer at Assistant Manager level where you will have the freedom to drive sales with your team and deliver outstanding results for the business! Key Responsibilities as the Assistant Manager; Customer centric; ensure the team interact with customers at all times Undertake a personal service for high value clients and customers Support the Store Manager in managing performance of the team Drive sales and customer conversion on high-value purchases Drive incentives for staff to achieve targets and KPI's Passionate about retail and the customer journey Commercially aware and able to understand business performance and react to areas that are underperforming The successful Assistant Manager will be working in a customer-focused, assisted sales environment, where high levels of service and relationship building are central to success. You will develop the brand through an excellent customer experience, work closely with customers and clients, and inspire your team to achieve and exceed sales targets. Package: This role has a fantastic base salary circa 32-35k with superb re-designed bonus schemes that reward sales performance and business growth, where you can earn over 45k OTE . Apply now for an immediate interview! BH35545
Feb 25, 2026
Full time
Assistant Manager Big Ticket Sales 30-35k base Earnings over 40-45k We are currently recruiting for an Assistant Manager for a retailer well known for their sales and customer service standards within assisted sales and big-ticket retail. With a basic salary circa 32-35k and realistic earning potential of over 45k OTE, this is a fantastic opportunity to join a business where service and results go hand in hand. With a background in an assisted sales environment, we are seeking a proven Manager who can succeed in an extremely competitive premium market. We are keen to speak to Assistant Managers or General Managers with experience in Furniture sales, Telecom Sales, Kitchen, Bedroom, Bathroom sales, Flooring, Jewellery, or Car Sales. We want our client's new Assistant Manager to have the ability and drive to support managing a business that thrives on customer interaction and strong sales performance. You will have the autonomy to support the Store Manager, motivate your team and deliver an amazing customer experience with every interaction. Zachary Daniels has an exciting opportunity to join this superb retailer at Assistant Manager level where you will have the freedom to drive sales with your team and deliver outstanding results for the business! Key Responsibilities as the Assistant Manager; Customer centric; ensure the team interact with customers at all times Undertake a personal service for high value clients and customers Support the Store Manager in managing performance of the team Drive sales and customer conversion on high-value purchases Drive incentives for staff to achieve targets and KPI's Passionate about retail and the customer journey Commercially aware and able to understand business performance and react to areas that are underperforming The successful Assistant Manager will be working in a customer-focused, assisted sales environment, where high levels of service and relationship building are central to success. You will develop the brand through an excellent customer experience, work closely with customers and clients, and inspire your team to achieve and exceed sales targets. Package: This role has a fantastic base salary circa 32-35k with superb re-designed bonus schemes that reward sales performance and business growth, where you can earn over 45k OTE . Apply now for an immediate interview! BH35545
Senior Manager, Trading Partner Quality Closing Date: 4th March 2026 (COB) Business Introduction We manufacture and supply reliable, high quality medicines and vaccines to meet patients' needs and drive our performance. Our network of 37 medicines and vaccines manufacturing sites delivered 1.7 billion packs of medicines and 409 million vaccine doses in 2024 to help make a positive impact on the health of millions of people. Our supply chain is not just core to our operations; it's vital to bringing our innovations to patients as quickly, efficiently and effectively as possible. Technology is transforming how we manufacture medicines and vaccines, enabling us to increase the speed, quality and scale of product supply. We need the very best minds and capability to help us on our journey to make more complex products, harnessing the power of smart manufacturing technologies including robotics, digital solutions and artificial intelligence to deliver for patients. Position Summary You will lead quality activities for GSK's trading partner operations in the United Kingdom. You will act as the Responsible Person for wholesale distribution and the Designated Person for active substance distribution. You will work with internal teams and external partners to keep supply chains compliant and resilient. We value practical, collaborative leaders who protect patient safety and enable efficient, compliant distribution. This role offers visible impact, career growth and the chance to contribute to our mission of uniting science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together. Responsibilities Serve as Responsible Person for wholesale distribution and Designated Person for active substance distribution, ensuring legal and regulatory compliance. Own licensing and registrations required for trading operations and keep them current with national and international regulations. Lead the Trading Partner Quality Management System, maintaining policies, procedures and records to meet regulatory expectations. Manage quality risk and issue escalation through the Trading Partner Quality Risk Management Board and Quality Council. Provide quality oversight for audits, manage audit responses and drive corrective actions to closure. Lead, coach and develop a small team of quality specialists and assistants supporting trading partner activities. Working pattern and travel This role is based in the United Kingdom at GSKHQ site and follows a hybrid working model. You will work on site and remotely as required. Flexible hours may be needed for global collaboration. Travel may be required for stakeholder meetings or audits in the UK and internationally. Basic Qualifications Degree in a scientific, technical, legal or related discipline, or equivalent experience. Significant experience in quality, regulatory or compliance roles in a regulated industry. Practical knowledge of Good Distribution Practice and the Human Medicines Regulations, or equivalent national legislation. Experience managing Quality Management Systems and audit programs. Experience in licensing, registrations or regulatory affairs for distribution activities. Proven people leadership experience, including managing teams in a matrix environment. Preferred Qualifications Previous experience holding Responsible Person status with a national regulator. Knowledge of controlled drug licensing and precursor chemical requirements for the UK. Experience with active substance registrations and global trading services operations. Strong track record managing supplier or third party quality relationships. Experience using quality management systems such as Veeva or similar electronic QMS tools. Professional qualifications in quality, pharmacy, regulatory affairs or related fields. What we value in you You focus on outcomes and patient safety. You make clear, evidence based decisions. You build trusted working relationships across teams. You explain complex requirements in simple terms. You coach others and share knowledge. You welcome inclusion and different perspectives. You stay calm under pressure and keep work moving forward. How to apply If this role feels like a good next step, please apply now. Tell us how your experience will help deliver safe, compliant distribution and strengthen trading partner quality. We look forward to hearing from you. Why GSK? GSK is a global biopharma company with a purpose to unite science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together. We aim to positively impact the health of 2.5 billion people by the end of the decade, as a successful, growing company where people can thrive. We get ahead of disease by preventing and treating it with innovation in specialty medicines and vaccines. We focus on four therapeutic areas: respiratory, immunology and inflammation; oncology; HIV; and infectious diseases - to impact health at scale. People and patients around the world count on the medicines and vaccines we make, so we're committed to creating an environment where our people can thrive and focus on what matters most. Our culture of being ambitious for patients, accountable for impact and doing the right thing is the foundation for how, together, we deliver for patients, shareholders and our people. GSK is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This ensures that all qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), military service or any basis prohibited under federal, state or local law. We believe in an agile working culture for all our roles. If flexibility is important to you, we encourage you to explore with our hiring team what the opportunities are. Should you require any adjustments to our process to assist you in demonstrating your strengths and capabilities contact us at where you can also request a call.
Feb 25, 2026
Full time
Senior Manager, Trading Partner Quality Closing Date: 4th March 2026 (COB) Business Introduction We manufacture and supply reliable, high quality medicines and vaccines to meet patients' needs and drive our performance. Our network of 37 medicines and vaccines manufacturing sites delivered 1.7 billion packs of medicines and 409 million vaccine doses in 2024 to help make a positive impact on the health of millions of people. Our supply chain is not just core to our operations; it's vital to bringing our innovations to patients as quickly, efficiently and effectively as possible. Technology is transforming how we manufacture medicines and vaccines, enabling us to increase the speed, quality and scale of product supply. We need the very best minds and capability to help us on our journey to make more complex products, harnessing the power of smart manufacturing technologies including robotics, digital solutions and artificial intelligence to deliver for patients. Position Summary You will lead quality activities for GSK's trading partner operations in the United Kingdom. You will act as the Responsible Person for wholesale distribution and the Designated Person for active substance distribution. You will work with internal teams and external partners to keep supply chains compliant and resilient. We value practical, collaborative leaders who protect patient safety and enable efficient, compliant distribution. This role offers visible impact, career growth and the chance to contribute to our mission of uniting science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together. Responsibilities Serve as Responsible Person for wholesale distribution and Designated Person for active substance distribution, ensuring legal and regulatory compliance. Own licensing and registrations required for trading operations and keep them current with national and international regulations. Lead the Trading Partner Quality Management System, maintaining policies, procedures and records to meet regulatory expectations. Manage quality risk and issue escalation through the Trading Partner Quality Risk Management Board and Quality Council. Provide quality oversight for audits, manage audit responses and drive corrective actions to closure. Lead, coach and develop a small team of quality specialists and assistants supporting trading partner activities. Working pattern and travel This role is based in the United Kingdom at GSKHQ site and follows a hybrid working model. You will work on site and remotely as required. Flexible hours may be needed for global collaboration. Travel may be required for stakeholder meetings or audits in the UK and internationally. Basic Qualifications Degree in a scientific, technical, legal or related discipline, or equivalent experience. Significant experience in quality, regulatory or compliance roles in a regulated industry. Practical knowledge of Good Distribution Practice and the Human Medicines Regulations, or equivalent national legislation. Experience managing Quality Management Systems and audit programs. Experience in licensing, registrations or regulatory affairs for distribution activities. Proven people leadership experience, including managing teams in a matrix environment. Preferred Qualifications Previous experience holding Responsible Person status with a national regulator. Knowledge of controlled drug licensing and precursor chemical requirements for the UK. Experience with active substance registrations and global trading services operations. Strong track record managing supplier or third party quality relationships. Experience using quality management systems such as Veeva or similar electronic QMS tools. Professional qualifications in quality, pharmacy, regulatory affairs or related fields. What we value in you You focus on outcomes and patient safety. You make clear, evidence based decisions. You build trusted working relationships across teams. You explain complex requirements in simple terms. You coach others and share knowledge. You welcome inclusion and different perspectives. You stay calm under pressure and keep work moving forward. How to apply If this role feels like a good next step, please apply now. Tell us how your experience will help deliver safe, compliant distribution and strengthen trading partner quality. We look forward to hearing from you. Why GSK? GSK is a global biopharma company with a purpose to unite science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together. We aim to positively impact the health of 2.5 billion people by the end of the decade, as a successful, growing company where people can thrive. We get ahead of disease by preventing and treating it with innovation in specialty medicines and vaccines. We focus on four therapeutic areas: respiratory, immunology and inflammation; oncology; HIV; and infectious diseases - to impact health at scale. People and patients around the world count on the medicines and vaccines we make, so we're committed to creating an environment where our people can thrive and focus on what matters most. Our culture of being ambitious for patients, accountable for impact and doing the right thing is the foundation for how, together, we deliver for patients, shareholders and our people. GSK is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This ensures that all qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), military service or any basis prohibited under federal, state or local law. We believe in an agile working culture for all our roles. If flexibility is important to you, we encourage you to explore with our hiring team what the opportunities are. Should you require any adjustments to our process to assist you in demonstrating your strengths and capabilities contact us at where you can also request a call.
A growing manufacturer of cast stone products is looking to recruit an experienced Estimating Assistant to join their busy Cast Stone department. This role is ideal for someone with experience in a Builders Merchant environment or within a construction products manufacturer supplying into the merchant sector. You will be working in a fast-paced setting and must be confident working under your own initiative. Experience in the precast concrete or cast stone sector is highly advantageous. A proactive, solutions-driven attitude is essential. Candidates from other areas of the construction supply chain will also be considered. CAD experience is an advantage. Key Responsibilities Register incoming enquiries and ensure all documentation is correctly filed. Prepare take-offs from architectural drawings. Produce detailed estimates within strict deadlines. Check and validate incoming purchase orders. Handle technical enquiries and product sample requests. Liaise with the finance team to ensure customer accounts are up to date. Acknowledge customer purchase orders and issue company T&Cs. Work with the design department to ensure timely issue of product drawings. Ensure drawings are approved/signed off before manufacture. Raise sales orders for the production department to meet agreed delivery times. Support the National Sales Manager on customer service matters. Produce enquiry and sales reports as required by the line manager. Candidate Requirements Experience within a Builders Merchant or construction manufacturing environment. Background in cast stone or precast concrete (preferred). Ability to work independently in a fast-moving environment. Strong organisational, communication, and problem-solving skills. CAD experience (advantageous but not essential). A proactive, hands-on approach and a commitment to excellent customer service. This role is full-time and permament working (Apply online only) Monday to Friday. In order to be considered for the higher end of the salary scale you must have a minimum of 5 years proven experience within an estimating role and be able to work with minimal supervision.
Feb 25, 2026
Full time
A growing manufacturer of cast stone products is looking to recruit an experienced Estimating Assistant to join their busy Cast Stone department. This role is ideal for someone with experience in a Builders Merchant environment or within a construction products manufacturer supplying into the merchant sector. You will be working in a fast-paced setting and must be confident working under your own initiative. Experience in the precast concrete or cast stone sector is highly advantageous. A proactive, solutions-driven attitude is essential. Candidates from other areas of the construction supply chain will also be considered. CAD experience is an advantage. Key Responsibilities Register incoming enquiries and ensure all documentation is correctly filed. Prepare take-offs from architectural drawings. Produce detailed estimates within strict deadlines. Check and validate incoming purchase orders. Handle technical enquiries and product sample requests. Liaise with the finance team to ensure customer accounts are up to date. Acknowledge customer purchase orders and issue company T&Cs. Work with the design department to ensure timely issue of product drawings. Ensure drawings are approved/signed off before manufacture. Raise sales orders for the production department to meet agreed delivery times. Support the National Sales Manager on customer service matters. Produce enquiry and sales reports as required by the line manager. Candidate Requirements Experience within a Builders Merchant or construction manufacturing environment. Background in cast stone or precast concrete (preferred). Ability to work independently in a fast-moving environment. Strong organisational, communication, and problem-solving skills. CAD experience (advantageous but not essential). A proactive, hands-on approach and a commitment to excellent customer service. This role is full-time and permament working (Apply online only) Monday to Friday. In order to be considered for the higher end of the salary scale you must have a minimum of 5 years proven experience within an estimating role and be able to work with minimal supervision.
A respected multidisciplinary construction consultancy based in South London is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to join their growing team. This Assistant Project Manager will support Directors and Senior Project Managers across a diverse portfolio of projects including education, residential, commercial refurbishment and public sector schemes. The Assistant Project Manager will gain exposure to projects ranging from 2m to 40m in value across Greater London and the surrounding boroughs. The Assistant Project Manager will support procurement activities under JCT Traditional and Design & Build contracts, contribute to programme management and assist with risk and stakeholder reporting. The Assistant Project Manager will work closely with clients including local authorities, housing associations, private developers and commercial occupiers. You must have prior construiction consultancy experience as a Assistant Project Manager to be considered for this role. The 'Assistant Project Manager's' role The Assistant Project Manager will attend design team and site progress meetings, prepare monthly client reports and assist with contract administration duties. The Assistant Project Manager will help manage change control procedures, monitor contractor performance and maintain project documentation including risk registers and programme trackers. Working directly with Directors and Senior Project Managers, the Assistant Project Manager will gain hands-on exposure to project strategy, procurement advice and stakeholder management across multiple sectors. The 'Assistant Project Manager' The successful Assistant Project Manager will hold a degree in Construction Management, Project Management, Building Surveying or a related discipline and be working towards MRICS, MAPM or MCIOB accreditation. Previous consultancy-side experience across one or more sectors such as education, residential or commercial is essential. An understanding of JCT contracts, RIBA stages and programme management principles is required. In Return? 36,000 - 45,000 Annual discretionary bonus 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays Pension contribution Professional membership fees paid Structured APC or chartership support Clear progression to Project Manager Assistant Project Manager South London Construction Consultancy JCT APC Support Multi-Sector
Feb 25, 2026
Full time
A respected multidisciplinary construction consultancy based in South London is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to join their growing team. This Assistant Project Manager will support Directors and Senior Project Managers across a diverse portfolio of projects including education, residential, commercial refurbishment and public sector schemes. The Assistant Project Manager will gain exposure to projects ranging from 2m to 40m in value across Greater London and the surrounding boroughs. The Assistant Project Manager will support procurement activities under JCT Traditional and Design & Build contracts, contribute to programme management and assist with risk and stakeholder reporting. The Assistant Project Manager will work closely with clients including local authorities, housing associations, private developers and commercial occupiers. You must have prior construiction consultancy experience as a Assistant Project Manager to be considered for this role. The 'Assistant Project Manager's' role The Assistant Project Manager will attend design team and site progress meetings, prepare monthly client reports and assist with contract administration duties. The Assistant Project Manager will help manage change control procedures, monitor contractor performance and maintain project documentation including risk registers and programme trackers. Working directly with Directors and Senior Project Managers, the Assistant Project Manager will gain hands-on exposure to project strategy, procurement advice and stakeholder management across multiple sectors. The 'Assistant Project Manager' The successful Assistant Project Manager will hold a degree in Construction Management, Project Management, Building Surveying or a related discipline and be working towards MRICS, MAPM or MCIOB accreditation. Previous consultancy-side experience across one or more sectors such as education, residential or commercial is essential. An understanding of JCT contracts, RIBA stages and programme management principles is required. In Return? 36,000 - 45,000 Annual discretionary bonus 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays Pension contribution Professional membership fees paid Structured APC or chartership support Clear progression to Project Manager Assistant Project Manager South London Construction Consultancy JCT APC Support Multi-Sector
Reports to: Senior Grants & Commissioning Manager Line Manages: No direct reports (subject to change) Salary: £43,120 - £47,659 (Professional Level 3) Location: Central London or Hybrid Contract: 1-year fixed term potential to extend Interview dates: Week Commencing 16th March 2026 About the Youth Endowment Fund We re here to prevent children and young people becoming involved in violence. We do this by finding out what works and building a movement to put this knowledge into practice. In recent years violent crime has risen significantly. Homicides, assaults, robberies and offences involving weapons have all seen sustained growth. We have also seen large increases in violent crime involving children and young people. This is a tragedy. Every child captured in these numbers is an important member of our community and society has a duty to protect them. The Youth Endowment Fund (YEF) is a charity with a £200m endowment and a mission that matters. We exist to prevent children and young people becoming involved in violence. We do this by funding great initiatives, finding what works and working for change - scaling and spreading the practices that make a difference. One of the most important things we do is make sure our commissioning and procurement processes run smoothly and efficiently. We manage complex grant agreements and partnerships that support projects designed to create real impact. To do this well, we need accurate data, clear processes and strong coordination across teams and partners. The Delivery Operations Manager role is critical to making that happen. Reporting to the Senior Grants and Commissioning Manager, you ll be the central point for operational delivery; drafting and managing grant agreements, maintaining data integrity in Salesforce and ensuring payments and requirements are processed correctly. You ll onboard partners, resolve issues quickly and keep everything organised so our teams can focus on delivering change. By supporting operations and improvements, you ll help us maximise the impact of every pound we invest. Key Responsibilities Your role would be essential to keeping our commissioning and procurement processes running smoothly and efficiently. By ensuring consistency, accuracy and timely communication, you ll help our teams work brilliantly and enable the organisation to deliver funding that makes a real difference. A detailed list of your key responsibilities on how you ll do this is given below: Manage grant agreements and contract administration in response to the needs of each team: o Draft, prepare and execute initial grant agreements and subsequent variations, using Adobe e-Sign where required. o Accurately input and maintain all project data in Salesforce, including requirements, financial commitments, payment schedules and supporting documents. o Process adjustments to grant commitments, payment schedules and requirements promptly and accurately. o Conduct regular data accuracy spot checks in Salesforce to maintain data integrity. Coordinate grantees and partners o Onboarding new grantees, evaluators and researchers onto our designated community platform when they are approved by each team. o Act as a main point of contact for Programmes, Evaluation, Change and Evidence teams to resolve payment approval issues and discrepancies when they come up. o Chase external partners for outstanding invoices and ensure timely resolution of payment-related queries. Provide directorate-specific support o For the Programmes team: Manage the team inbox, allocate new applications to assessors, set up interviews and provide GEM administrative support when required. o For the Evaluation team: Maintain an evaluation report tracking system to monitor deadlines and ensure timely submissions. o Ensure data archiving is completed and shared with ONS/DfE as required. Support process improvements and system integrity o Assist the Senior Grants and Commissioning Manager and Assistant Director of Finance and Operations in implementing improvements to commissioning and procurement processes. o Provide backup technical support for Salesforce during periods when the Senior Grants and Commissioning Manager is unavailable or requires assistance. o Identify and suggest process enhancements to drive efficiency and consistency across commissioning operations. Enable effective communication and reporting o Serve as the main point of contact for initial commissioning and procurement requests when they arise, ensuring streamlined processes and avoiding duplication. o Provide timely responses and clear communication to internal teams to improve stakeholder experience. o Keep senior leadership informed with forward plans, dashboards and progress updates to support better strategic decisions. Please visit our website for the full 'About you' information. While it s not a criteria, we re especially interested to hear from applicants who have lived experience of youth violence. It s also important to us that the people we hire do not discriminate. We believe in being inclusive and giving everyone an equal chance to succeed. Applications are welcome from all regardless of age, sex, gender identity, disability, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, religion or belief, race, sexual orientation, transgender status or social economic background. To Apply Please send a CV, your answers to the two questions below and complete the monitoring form by clicking on "Apply for this" button by 12pm on Sunday, 8th March 2026. When applying for this role, please ensure that your cover letter can answer, within a maximum of 400 words per answer, the following questions below: 1. Please provide an example of when you ve supported a team to develop a new process or system. What did you do, what impact did it have, and what did you learn? 2. Please provide an example of when you ve had to quickly learn a new operational process or system and put it to immediate use. How did you go about it and what challenges did you face. You ll be required to provide proof of your eligibility to work in the UK. As part of our commitment to flexible working we will consider a range of options for the successful applicant. All options can be discussed at the interview stage. Interviews will take place in the week commencing the 16th March 2026. Benefits Include • £1,000 professional development budget annually • 28 days holiday plus Bank Holidays • Four half days for volunteering activities • Employee Assistance Programme 24hr phone line for free confidential support • Volunteering days - 4 half days per year • Death in service - 4 times annual salary • Flexible hours. Core office hours 10am 4pm • Financial support including travel and hardship loans • Employer contributed pension of 5% Personal Data Your personal data will be shared for the purposes of the recruitment exercise. This includes our HR team, interviewers (who may include other partners in the project and independent advisors), relevant team managers and our IT service provider if access to the data is necessary for performance of their roles. We do not share your data with other third parties, unless your application for employment is successful and we make you an offer of employment. We will then share your data with former employers to obtain references for you. We do not transfer your data outside the European Economic Area
Feb 25, 2026
Full time
Reports to: Senior Grants & Commissioning Manager Line Manages: No direct reports (subject to change) Salary: £43,120 - £47,659 (Professional Level 3) Location: Central London or Hybrid Contract: 1-year fixed term potential to extend Interview dates: Week Commencing 16th March 2026 About the Youth Endowment Fund We re here to prevent children and young people becoming involved in violence. We do this by finding out what works and building a movement to put this knowledge into practice. In recent years violent crime has risen significantly. Homicides, assaults, robberies and offences involving weapons have all seen sustained growth. We have also seen large increases in violent crime involving children and young people. This is a tragedy. Every child captured in these numbers is an important member of our community and society has a duty to protect them. The Youth Endowment Fund (YEF) is a charity with a £200m endowment and a mission that matters. We exist to prevent children and young people becoming involved in violence. We do this by funding great initiatives, finding what works and working for change - scaling and spreading the practices that make a difference. One of the most important things we do is make sure our commissioning and procurement processes run smoothly and efficiently. We manage complex grant agreements and partnerships that support projects designed to create real impact. To do this well, we need accurate data, clear processes and strong coordination across teams and partners. The Delivery Operations Manager role is critical to making that happen. Reporting to the Senior Grants and Commissioning Manager, you ll be the central point for operational delivery; drafting and managing grant agreements, maintaining data integrity in Salesforce and ensuring payments and requirements are processed correctly. You ll onboard partners, resolve issues quickly and keep everything organised so our teams can focus on delivering change. By supporting operations and improvements, you ll help us maximise the impact of every pound we invest. Key Responsibilities Your role would be essential to keeping our commissioning and procurement processes running smoothly and efficiently. By ensuring consistency, accuracy and timely communication, you ll help our teams work brilliantly and enable the organisation to deliver funding that makes a real difference. A detailed list of your key responsibilities on how you ll do this is given below: Manage grant agreements and contract administration in response to the needs of each team: o Draft, prepare and execute initial grant agreements and subsequent variations, using Adobe e-Sign where required. o Accurately input and maintain all project data in Salesforce, including requirements, financial commitments, payment schedules and supporting documents. o Process adjustments to grant commitments, payment schedules and requirements promptly and accurately. o Conduct regular data accuracy spot checks in Salesforce to maintain data integrity. Coordinate grantees and partners o Onboarding new grantees, evaluators and researchers onto our designated community platform when they are approved by each team. o Act as a main point of contact for Programmes, Evaluation, Change and Evidence teams to resolve payment approval issues and discrepancies when they come up. o Chase external partners for outstanding invoices and ensure timely resolution of payment-related queries. Provide directorate-specific support o For the Programmes team: Manage the team inbox, allocate new applications to assessors, set up interviews and provide GEM administrative support when required. o For the Evaluation team: Maintain an evaluation report tracking system to monitor deadlines and ensure timely submissions. o Ensure data archiving is completed and shared with ONS/DfE as required. Support process improvements and system integrity o Assist the Senior Grants and Commissioning Manager and Assistant Director of Finance and Operations in implementing improvements to commissioning and procurement processes. o Provide backup technical support for Salesforce during periods when the Senior Grants and Commissioning Manager is unavailable or requires assistance. o Identify and suggest process enhancements to drive efficiency and consistency across commissioning operations. Enable effective communication and reporting o Serve as the main point of contact for initial commissioning and procurement requests when they arise, ensuring streamlined processes and avoiding duplication. o Provide timely responses and clear communication to internal teams to improve stakeholder experience. o Keep senior leadership informed with forward plans, dashboards and progress updates to support better strategic decisions. Please visit our website for the full 'About you' information. While it s not a criteria, we re especially interested to hear from applicants who have lived experience of youth violence. It s also important to us that the people we hire do not discriminate. We believe in being inclusive and giving everyone an equal chance to succeed. Applications are welcome from all regardless of age, sex, gender identity, disability, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, religion or belief, race, sexual orientation, transgender status or social economic background. To Apply Please send a CV, your answers to the two questions below and complete the monitoring form by clicking on "Apply for this" button by 12pm on Sunday, 8th March 2026. When applying for this role, please ensure that your cover letter can answer, within a maximum of 400 words per answer, the following questions below: 1. Please provide an example of when you ve supported a team to develop a new process or system. What did you do, what impact did it have, and what did you learn? 2. Please provide an example of when you ve had to quickly learn a new operational process or system and put it to immediate use. How did you go about it and what challenges did you face. You ll be required to provide proof of your eligibility to work in the UK. As part of our commitment to flexible working we will consider a range of options for the successful applicant. All options can be discussed at the interview stage. Interviews will take place in the week commencing the 16th March 2026. Benefits Include • £1,000 professional development budget annually • 28 days holiday plus Bank Holidays • Four half days for volunteering activities • Employee Assistance Programme 24hr phone line for free confidential support • Volunteering days - 4 half days per year • Death in service - 4 times annual salary • Flexible hours. Core office hours 10am 4pm • Financial support including travel and hardship loans • Employer contributed pension of 5% Personal Data Your personal data will be shared for the purposes of the recruitment exercise. This includes our HR team, interviewers (who may include other partners in the project and independent advisors), relevant team managers and our IT service provider if access to the data is necessary for performance of their roles. We do not share your data with other third parties, unless your application for employment is successful and we make you an offer of employment. We will then share your data with former employers to obtain references for you. We do not transfer your data outside the European Economic Area
An established property and construction consultancy based in Central London is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to support the delivery of prime residential and mixed-use developments. This Assistant Project Manager will assist on high-end residential refurbishments, new-build apartment schemes and developer-led mixed-use projects. This Assistant Project Manager opportunity offers structured APC support within a well-regarded consultancy environment. The Assistant Project Manager will support senior colleagues in procurement, cost monitoring and programme coordination. The Assistant Project Manager will be involved in preparing client reports, managing risk logs and assisting with contract administration under JCT contracts. You must have prior construiction consultancy experience as a Assistant Project Manager to be considered for this role. The 'Assistant Project Manager's' role The Assistant Project Manager will attend design team meetings, monitor contractor progress on site and assist in managing change control procedures. The Assistant Project Manager will support due diligence, feasibility studies and tender documentation preparation. Projects typically range from £3m-£25m in value, often within constrained Central London sites. You must have prior construiction consultancy experience as a Assistant Project Manager to be considered for this role. The 'Assistant Project Manager' The successful Assistant Project Manager will hold a degree in Construction Management, Project Management or a related discipline and be working towards MRICS, MAPM or MCIOB accreditation. Previous consultancy-side experience within residential or mixed-use sectors is ideal. In Return? £35,000 - £45,000 Full APC support and mentorship Discretionary bonus Pension scheme Private medical cover Professional fees paid Structured career progression Assistant Project Manager Residential Mixed Use Construction Consultancy APC Support Central London
Feb 25, 2026
Full time
An established property and construction consultancy based in Central London is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to support the delivery of prime residential and mixed-use developments. This Assistant Project Manager will assist on high-end residential refurbishments, new-build apartment schemes and developer-led mixed-use projects. This Assistant Project Manager opportunity offers structured APC support within a well-regarded consultancy environment. The Assistant Project Manager will support senior colleagues in procurement, cost monitoring and programme coordination. The Assistant Project Manager will be involved in preparing client reports, managing risk logs and assisting with contract administration under JCT contracts. You must have prior construiction consultancy experience as a Assistant Project Manager to be considered for this role. The 'Assistant Project Manager's' role The Assistant Project Manager will attend design team meetings, monitor contractor progress on site and assist in managing change control procedures. The Assistant Project Manager will support due diligence, feasibility studies and tender documentation preparation. Projects typically range from £3m-£25m in value, often within constrained Central London sites. You must have prior construiction consultancy experience as a Assistant Project Manager to be considered for this role. The 'Assistant Project Manager' The successful Assistant Project Manager will hold a degree in Construction Management, Project Management or a related discipline and be working towards MRICS, MAPM or MCIOB accreditation. Previous consultancy-side experience within residential or mixed-use sectors is ideal. In Return? £35,000 - £45,000 Full APC support and mentorship Discretionary bonus Pension scheme Private medical cover Professional fees paid Structured career progression Assistant Project Manager Residential Mixed Use Construction Consultancy APC Support Central London
ABOUT THE ROLE As an Admin Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll carry out a range of responsibilities to help us deliver the quality care and support our residents deserve. In this varied role, we'll need you to answer the phone, handle our files and support our managers. You'll also meet and greet visitors, engage with residents and show prospective clients and their families around so they can see what makes us so different. Across everything you do as an Admin Assistant here, you'll go out of your way to help us create a vibrant, happy environment. ABOUT YOU If you have the ability to multi-task, good computer skills and a confident telephone manner you could be well-suited to the Admin Assistant role with us. It's also really important that you're a people person you'll take a genuine interest in our residents and their families. If that sounds like you, we'll give you the opportunity to develop your skills with courses that have been designed to build your confidence across all your responsibilities. Other qualities for this role will be: Good mathematical skills Computer Literate Able to write minutes Create a good first impression, to our families, visitors and outside professionals by being welcoming and polite Excellent front of house qualities This is an exceptionally busy and rewarding role where you must be familiar, and prepare to learn all electronic systems within Barchester. REWARDS PACKAGE In return for your dedication, you'll receive a competitive rate of pay plus our sector-leading benefits and rewards package including: Free training and development for all roles Access to wellbeing and support tools A range of retail discounts and savings Unlimited referrals with our Refer a Friend' bonus scheme Employee of the Month' rewards and Long Service Awards' Workplace Pension scheme, with Employer contributions from 3% And so much more! If you'd like to use your administration and people skills in an organisation that provides the quality care you'd expect for your loved ones, this is a rewarding place to be. 0508
Feb 25, 2026
Full time
ABOUT THE ROLE As an Admin Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll carry out a range of responsibilities to help us deliver the quality care and support our residents deserve. In this varied role, we'll need you to answer the phone, handle our files and support our managers. You'll also meet and greet visitors, engage with residents and show prospective clients and their families around so they can see what makes us so different. Across everything you do as an Admin Assistant here, you'll go out of your way to help us create a vibrant, happy environment. ABOUT YOU If you have the ability to multi-task, good computer skills and a confident telephone manner you could be well-suited to the Admin Assistant role with us. It's also really important that you're a people person you'll take a genuine interest in our residents and their families. If that sounds like you, we'll give you the opportunity to develop your skills with courses that have been designed to build your confidence across all your responsibilities. Other qualities for this role will be: Good mathematical skills Computer Literate Able to write minutes Create a good first impression, to our families, visitors and outside professionals by being welcoming and polite Excellent front of house qualities This is an exceptionally busy and rewarding role where you must be familiar, and prepare to learn all electronic systems within Barchester. REWARDS PACKAGE In return for your dedication, you'll receive a competitive rate of pay plus our sector-leading benefits and rewards package including: Free training and development for all roles Access to wellbeing and support tools A range of retail discounts and savings Unlimited referrals with our Refer a Friend' bonus scheme Employee of the Month' rewards and Long Service Awards' Workplace Pension scheme, with Employer contributions from 3% And so much more! If you'd like to use your administration and people skills in an organisation that provides the quality care you'd expect for your loved ones, this is a rewarding place to be. 0508
Reports to: Assistant Director of Finance & Operations Line Manages: Delivery Operations Manager Salary: £52,692 Location: Central London, Hybrid Contract: 2-year fixed term Closing date for applications: 12pm, Tuesday 17th March 2026 Interview dates: Week commencing 30th March 2026 About the Youth Endowment Fund We re here to prevent children and young people becoming involved in violence. We do this by finding out what works and building a movement to put this knowledge into practice. In recent years violent crime has risen significantly. Homicides, assaults, robberies and offences involving weapons have all seen sustained growth. We have also seen large increases in violent crime involving children and young people. This is a tragedy. Every child captured in these numbers is an important member of our community and society has a duty to protect them. The Youth Endowment Fund (YEF) is a charity with a £200m endowment and a mission that matters. We exist to prevent children and young people becoming involved in violence. We do this by funding great initiatives, finding what works and working for change - scaling and spreading the practices that make a difference. One of the most important things we do is ensure that our funding and commissioning processes run smoothly and deliver maximum impact. We manage significant grants and complex commissioning arrangements that support projects designed to make a lasting difference. To do this well, we need robust systems, clear governance and strong relationships with partners. This role is critical to making that happen. As our Senior Grants & Commissioning Manager, you ll lead on optimising our grant management system Salesforce, oversee risk and compliance and drive improvements in commissioning and procurement across the organisation. You ll be the go-to person for contracts, grant agreements, policy guidance and Salesforce, ensuring data integrity and enabling confident decision-making. By keeping everything organised and efficient, you will be helping us achieve our strategic goals and deliver on our mission. Key Responsibilities Your role would be to ensure our funding and commissioning processes run efficiently, compliantly and strategically. You ll lead improvements in systems, governance and risk management, act as the organisation s Salesforce and grant management expert, and provide strong leadership to the team which will enable confident decisions and maximising impact. A detailed list of your key responsibilities on how you ll do this is given below: Grant management and system optimisation: Manage the organisation s grant management system (Salesforce), ensuring functionality, accuracy and integrity of data. Configure and update forms, fields and workflows to support new applications and evolving business needs. Develop and deliver custom reports and dashboard for internal teams to enable effective monitoring and decision-making. Act as the primary liaison for system enhancements, ensuring continuous improvement, and day-to-day troubleshooting. Commissioning and procurement: Support the Assistant Director of Finance and Operations in delivering improvements to commissioning and procurement processes across the Programmes, Evaluation, Change and Evidence directorates. Ensure commissioning activities align with organisational priorities and compliance requirements. When required, provide support and additional resource to the Delivery Operations Manager on the execution of agreements for all teams. Risk management and compliance: Lead on negotiating terms and conditions with grantees, evaluators and researchers, escalating complex issues where necessary. Conduct due diligence for funded projects, ensuring compliance with organisational standards and risk mitigation. Maintain and control master versions of all templates, including Grant Agreements and Variations, ensuring accuracy and consistency. Governance and policy development: Develop, maintain and disseminate non-HR policies and guidance documents related to commissioning and procurement. Ensure governance frameworks are robust, up-to-date and embedded across the organisation. Training and capacity building: Design and deliver training sessions to build staff competency in policies, guidance and system procedures. Act as the organisational expert on Salesforce and grant management processes, providing ongoing support and advice. Leadership and team management: Provide direct line management, mentorship and professional development for the Delivery Operations Manager. When required during periods of peak activity, provide support and resource for their responsibilities. Ensure effective delegation, clear escalation routes and a culture of high team performance Please visit our website for the full 'About You' information. While it s not a criterion, we re especially interested to hear from applicants who have lived experience of youth violence. It s also important to us that the people we hire do not discriminate. We believe in being inclusive and giving everyone an equal chance to succeed. Applications are welcome from all regardless of age, sex, gender identity, disability, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, religion or belief, race, sexual orientation, transgender status or social economic background. Hybrid Working Details The office is based in Central London. Those living in and around the 32 London Boroughs are expected to be in the office for a minimum of 2 days per week. If you live outside of London and work remotely, you ll be expected to work from the London office 2 days per month. As part of our commitment to flexible working, we will consider a range of options for the successful applicant. All options can be discussed at the interview stage. To Apply To apply, please send a CV, your answers to the two questions below and complete the monitoring form by clicking on " Apply for this " button by 12pm on Tuesday 17th March 2026. When applying for this role, please ensure that your cover letter can answer, within a maximum of 400 words per answer, the following questions below: 1. Please provide an example of a complex operational process you ve developed from scratch and implemented independently. What did you do, what impact did it have, and what did you learn? 2. Please describe your experience working with CRM or database systems and provide an example of when you ve implemented a change to how that system is designed. You ll be required to provide proof of your eligibility to work in the UK. As part of our commitment to flexible working, we will consider a range of options for the successful applicant. All options can be discussed at the interview stage. Interviews will take place in the week commencing 30th March 2026, we foresee this being a one stage process. Benefits Include • £1,000 professional development budget annually • 28 days holiday plus Bank Holidays • Four half days for volunteering activities • Employee Assistance Programme 24hr phone line for free confidential support • Volunteering days - 4 half days per year • Death in service - 4 times annual salary • Flexible hours. Core office hours 10am 4pm • Financial support including travel and hardship loans • Employer contributed pension of 5% Personal Data Your personal data will be shared for the purposes of the recruitment exercise. This includes our HR team, interviewers (who may include other partners in the project and independent advisors), relevant team managers and our IT service provider if access to the data is necessary for performance of their roles. We do not share your data with other third parties, unless your application for employment is successful and we make you an offer of employment. We will then share your data with former employers to obtain references for you. We do not transfer your data outside the European Economic Area.
Feb 25, 2026
Full time
Reports to: Assistant Director of Finance & Operations Line Manages: Delivery Operations Manager Salary: £52,692 Location: Central London, Hybrid Contract: 2-year fixed term Closing date for applications: 12pm, Tuesday 17th March 2026 Interview dates: Week commencing 30th March 2026 About the Youth Endowment Fund We re here to prevent children and young people becoming involved in violence. We do this by finding out what works and building a movement to put this knowledge into practice. In recent years violent crime has risen significantly. Homicides, assaults, robberies and offences involving weapons have all seen sustained growth. We have also seen large increases in violent crime involving children and young people. This is a tragedy. Every child captured in these numbers is an important member of our community and society has a duty to protect them. The Youth Endowment Fund (YEF) is a charity with a £200m endowment and a mission that matters. We exist to prevent children and young people becoming involved in violence. We do this by funding great initiatives, finding what works and working for change - scaling and spreading the practices that make a difference. One of the most important things we do is ensure that our funding and commissioning processes run smoothly and deliver maximum impact. We manage significant grants and complex commissioning arrangements that support projects designed to make a lasting difference. To do this well, we need robust systems, clear governance and strong relationships with partners. This role is critical to making that happen. As our Senior Grants & Commissioning Manager, you ll lead on optimising our grant management system Salesforce, oversee risk and compliance and drive improvements in commissioning and procurement across the organisation. You ll be the go-to person for contracts, grant agreements, policy guidance and Salesforce, ensuring data integrity and enabling confident decision-making. By keeping everything organised and efficient, you will be helping us achieve our strategic goals and deliver on our mission. Key Responsibilities Your role would be to ensure our funding and commissioning processes run efficiently, compliantly and strategically. You ll lead improvements in systems, governance and risk management, act as the organisation s Salesforce and grant management expert, and provide strong leadership to the team which will enable confident decisions and maximising impact. A detailed list of your key responsibilities on how you ll do this is given below: Grant management and system optimisation: Manage the organisation s grant management system (Salesforce), ensuring functionality, accuracy and integrity of data. Configure and update forms, fields and workflows to support new applications and evolving business needs. Develop and deliver custom reports and dashboard for internal teams to enable effective monitoring and decision-making. Act as the primary liaison for system enhancements, ensuring continuous improvement, and day-to-day troubleshooting. Commissioning and procurement: Support the Assistant Director of Finance and Operations in delivering improvements to commissioning and procurement processes across the Programmes, Evaluation, Change and Evidence directorates. Ensure commissioning activities align with organisational priorities and compliance requirements. When required, provide support and additional resource to the Delivery Operations Manager on the execution of agreements for all teams. Risk management and compliance: Lead on negotiating terms and conditions with grantees, evaluators and researchers, escalating complex issues where necessary. Conduct due diligence for funded projects, ensuring compliance with organisational standards and risk mitigation. Maintain and control master versions of all templates, including Grant Agreements and Variations, ensuring accuracy and consistency. Governance and policy development: Develop, maintain and disseminate non-HR policies and guidance documents related to commissioning and procurement. Ensure governance frameworks are robust, up-to-date and embedded across the organisation. Training and capacity building: Design and deliver training sessions to build staff competency in policies, guidance and system procedures. Act as the organisational expert on Salesforce and grant management processes, providing ongoing support and advice. Leadership and team management: Provide direct line management, mentorship and professional development for the Delivery Operations Manager. When required during periods of peak activity, provide support and resource for their responsibilities. Ensure effective delegation, clear escalation routes and a culture of high team performance Please visit our website for the full 'About You' information. While it s not a criterion, we re especially interested to hear from applicants who have lived experience of youth violence. It s also important to us that the people we hire do not discriminate. We believe in being inclusive and giving everyone an equal chance to succeed. Applications are welcome from all regardless of age, sex, gender identity, disability, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, religion or belief, race, sexual orientation, transgender status or social economic background. Hybrid Working Details The office is based in Central London. Those living in and around the 32 London Boroughs are expected to be in the office for a minimum of 2 days per week. If you live outside of London and work remotely, you ll be expected to work from the London office 2 days per month. As part of our commitment to flexible working, we will consider a range of options for the successful applicant. All options can be discussed at the interview stage. To Apply To apply, please send a CV, your answers to the two questions below and complete the monitoring form by clicking on " Apply for this " button by 12pm on Tuesday 17th March 2026. When applying for this role, please ensure that your cover letter can answer, within a maximum of 400 words per answer, the following questions below: 1. Please provide an example of a complex operational process you ve developed from scratch and implemented independently. What did you do, what impact did it have, and what did you learn? 2. Please describe your experience working with CRM or database systems and provide an example of when you ve implemented a change to how that system is designed. You ll be required to provide proof of your eligibility to work in the UK. As part of our commitment to flexible working, we will consider a range of options for the successful applicant. All options can be discussed at the interview stage. Interviews will take place in the week commencing 30th March 2026, we foresee this being a one stage process. Benefits Include • £1,000 professional development budget annually • 28 days holiday plus Bank Holidays • Four half days for volunteering activities • Employee Assistance Programme 24hr phone line for free confidential support • Volunteering days - 4 half days per year • Death in service - 4 times annual salary • Flexible hours. Core office hours 10am 4pm • Financial support including travel and hardship loans • Employer contributed pension of 5% Personal Data Your personal data will be shared for the purposes of the recruitment exercise. This includes our HR team, interviewers (who may include other partners in the project and independent advisors), relevant team managers and our IT service provider if access to the data is necessary for performance of their roles. We do not share your data with other third parties, unless your application for employment is successful and we make you an offer of employment. We will then share your data with former employers to obtain references for you. We do not transfer your data outside the European Economic Area.
Do you have experience of leading a team to success and fancy making a move into the hospitality industry? Or maybe you already have experience in hospitality management and are ready to take the next step in your career? The General Manager in Training is a crucial role within our business. As a General Manager in Training, you will embark on a comprehensive 12-week induction program, designed to develop the skills and knowledge you need to become a successful General Manager. This role provides an excellent opportunity for those with strong leadership potential to progress within Mitchells & Butlers. Based within a district as a General Manager in Training, you will need to be able to drive and have access to your own vehicle as you will be working across a number of different businesses. With the support of your area manager and armed with a training plan, you will grow your teams and smash your targets. Join us at Toby Carvery, they don't call us the 'home of the roast' for nothing! Our Toby Carvery family make every visit personal; we love having fun and we truly care about making great memories for our guests. If you love Yorkies as much as we do, we want to hear from you. PROGRESSION Upon successful completion of the 12-week induction program, you will be assessed for your readiness to take on a General Manager role. If you've smashed your training plan, you'll be considered for available General Manager positions to take on a business of your own. Alternatively, individuals may be considered for Deputy or Assistant Manager positions based on their performance and development needs. WHAT'S IN IT FOR ME The opportunity to take the next step in your career, where you will learn from some of the best in the industry. A massive 33% discount across all our brands. Whether its date night at Miller & Carter, a family roast at Toby Carvery or socialising with friends in the city at All Bar One, we've got you covered. 20% discount across all off our brands for up to 5 friends and family. Discounts on gym memberships. Celebrating success- award nights, away days and team socials. Private medical and Dental Plans - to keep you safe, secure and always smiling. On top of this, as part of Mitchells & Butlers you will receive a pension; 25 days paid holiday; high-street shopping discounts; and we even give you free shares! There's also a free employee helpline- to support you with whatever life throws at you. WHAT DO I NEED? You'll Be a seasoned pro in leading a team and developing a business. You may be currently working as a deputy manager, retail manager, store manager, catering manager or the manager of an independent business or equivalent. Be able to drive, to support business in your district whilst training. WHAT WILL I BE DOING? Across your 12 weeks of training, we will give you the tools to become an amazing General Manager who will Train and inspire your team. Ensure our guests are cared for, being the host to life's memorable moments. Support your business to deliver food and drink to be proud of. Strive towards and achieve business targets. If you are a driven and ambitious individual looking to develop a career in hospitality, we encourage you to apply. Please note: This is a demanding role that requires flexibility and the ability to work shifts, including weekends and evenings. At M&B we value the unique perspectives each person brings. We believe that by fostering a culture of inclusion, respect, and allyship, we create a sense of belonging, engagement and team work which are essential to delivering great guest experiences. Join us and be a part of a great team
Feb 25, 2026
Full time
Do you have experience of leading a team to success and fancy making a move into the hospitality industry? Or maybe you already have experience in hospitality management and are ready to take the next step in your career? The General Manager in Training is a crucial role within our business. As a General Manager in Training, you will embark on a comprehensive 12-week induction program, designed to develop the skills and knowledge you need to become a successful General Manager. This role provides an excellent opportunity for those with strong leadership potential to progress within Mitchells & Butlers. Based within a district as a General Manager in Training, you will need to be able to drive and have access to your own vehicle as you will be working across a number of different businesses. With the support of your area manager and armed with a training plan, you will grow your teams and smash your targets. Join us at Toby Carvery, they don't call us the 'home of the roast' for nothing! Our Toby Carvery family make every visit personal; we love having fun and we truly care about making great memories for our guests. If you love Yorkies as much as we do, we want to hear from you. PROGRESSION Upon successful completion of the 12-week induction program, you will be assessed for your readiness to take on a General Manager role. If you've smashed your training plan, you'll be considered for available General Manager positions to take on a business of your own. Alternatively, individuals may be considered for Deputy or Assistant Manager positions based on their performance and development needs. WHAT'S IN IT FOR ME The opportunity to take the next step in your career, where you will learn from some of the best in the industry. A massive 33% discount across all our brands. Whether its date night at Miller & Carter, a family roast at Toby Carvery or socialising with friends in the city at All Bar One, we've got you covered. 20% discount across all off our brands for up to 5 friends and family. Discounts on gym memberships. Celebrating success- award nights, away days and team socials. Private medical and Dental Plans - to keep you safe, secure and always smiling. On top of this, as part of Mitchells & Butlers you will receive a pension; 25 days paid holiday; high-street shopping discounts; and we even give you free shares! There's also a free employee helpline- to support you with whatever life throws at you. WHAT DO I NEED? You'll Be a seasoned pro in leading a team and developing a business. You may be currently working as a deputy manager, retail manager, store manager, catering manager or the manager of an independent business or equivalent. Be able to drive, to support business in your district whilst training. WHAT WILL I BE DOING? Across your 12 weeks of training, we will give you the tools to become an amazing General Manager who will Train and inspire your team. Ensure our guests are cared for, being the host to life's memorable moments. Support your business to deliver food and drink to be proud of. Strive towards and achieve business targets. If you are a driven and ambitious individual looking to develop a career in hospitality, we encourage you to apply. Please note: This is a demanding role that requires flexibility and the ability to work shifts, including weekends and evenings. At M&B we value the unique perspectives each person brings. We believe that by fostering a culture of inclusion, respect, and allyship, we create a sense of belonging, engagement and team work which are essential to delivering great guest experiences. Join us and be a part of a great team
Get Staffed Online Recruitment Limited
Twickenham, London
Interior Designer Are you an experienced Interior Designer with a passion for creating outstanding residential and commercial environments? Do you enjoy delivering thoughtfully designed, high-quality interiors, but feel you re not receiving the recognition, or progression you deserve, or maybe you d like a more supportive, calm and creative environment? Are you motivated by seeing projects through from initial concept to on-site completion, working closely with clients and project teams to deliver bespoke solutions? If you want to be an important cog in a small, yet growing, female-founded business, then this could be an excellent opportunity for you! Our client is a Market-Leading Residential and Commercial, Interior Design and Management Studio, based in St.Margarets, West London. Due to continued growth, the business is seeking a Studio-Based Interior Designer to join their vibrant, studio environment, and its friendly, collaborative, and expanding team. This role offers the opportunity to become a key contributor within an established business, playing an important part in its ongoing growth and success. Salary and Working Hours: £30,000 £38,000 annually, subject to experience and hours, to be agreed Work from office; Full-Time / Part-Time hrs; Monday Friday with occasional Saturday Benefits They Offer You: Results-based bonus structure Flexibility around family Up to one full day working from home per week Healthy breakfast and snacks in the studio Career development opportunities Training and development Team and industry events Key Responsibilities and Duties: Client communication at all stages, including converting enquiries, leading client meetings and site visits. Contractor communication at all stages. Generating new business through outreach, innovation and networking. Working in Sketchup and layout to create 3D visuals and 2D technical drawings. 3D renderings. FF&E schedules. Accurately pricing product proposals. Project cost estimating. Sourcing samples and products. Organising sample library and ensuring the studio remains client presentable (shared responsibility). To create social media and marketing content throughout the design process (to be taken over / shared by the Studio Assistant, once hired). Working closely with Procurement and Project Manager and assisting where needed. Results Expected in this Role: To generate new business. To create visually pleasing and technically accurate 2D and 3D drawings. To nurture positive relationships with their clients, colleagues and industry partners. To be able to confidently oversee projects from start to finish. To work positively as part of a small team and be willing to support others in their tasks and roles. To ensure all projects are profitable. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Confident use of Sketchup and layout. Confident use of rendering software. Interest and some level of understanding of using AI to improve workflows and output within interiors. Excellent communication both verbal and written. Confident speaking over the phone and able to build rapport with different people. Excellent use of the English language. Ability to nurture relationships and be intuitive to clients and colleagues needs. Empathetic and intuitive able to anticipate clients and colleagues needs. Able to articulate and inspire others in their vision. Grounded and level-headed in the face of adversity. Able to quickly form professional relationships. Confident telephone manner and presenting over video. Strong diary management. Bring positive energy to the team and projects. Personal Attributes The successful candidate will be: Self-motivated, enthusiastic, and proactive. Flexible and adaptable within a fast-paced environment. An excellent communicator, both written and verbal. Confident liaising with clients, senior management, and subcontractors. Able to build strong relationships at all levels. Professional, honest, and integrity driven. Well-presented, punctual, and a strong ambassador for the business. Experience Needed: At least two years industry experience within mid to high end interiors. Bathrooms and kitchen design. Experienced and confident on site. Experience dealing directly with clients and trades. Experience working as part of a small team. Other Special Requirements: Driving licence and own vehicle essential. Be physically able to occasionally assist with receiving deliveries. You may be able to work from home up to one full day per week if you have suitable space and equipment. If you want to join a well-established business and be part of a growing team, then this is the job for you! Come join our client s team and contribute to their mission of delivering exceptional Interior Design projects. Their selection process is unique in the marketplace and attracts motivated, productive team members, who they know will be successful and have a great career with them. They look forward to hearing from you. Don't miss this opportunity. Start your application NOW!
Feb 25, 2026
Full time
Interior Designer Are you an experienced Interior Designer with a passion for creating outstanding residential and commercial environments? Do you enjoy delivering thoughtfully designed, high-quality interiors, but feel you re not receiving the recognition, or progression you deserve, or maybe you d like a more supportive, calm and creative environment? Are you motivated by seeing projects through from initial concept to on-site completion, working closely with clients and project teams to deliver bespoke solutions? If you want to be an important cog in a small, yet growing, female-founded business, then this could be an excellent opportunity for you! Our client is a Market-Leading Residential and Commercial, Interior Design and Management Studio, based in St.Margarets, West London. Due to continued growth, the business is seeking a Studio-Based Interior Designer to join their vibrant, studio environment, and its friendly, collaborative, and expanding team. This role offers the opportunity to become a key contributor within an established business, playing an important part in its ongoing growth and success. Salary and Working Hours: £30,000 £38,000 annually, subject to experience and hours, to be agreed Work from office; Full-Time / Part-Time hrs; Monday Friday with occasional Saturday Benefits They Offer You: Results-based bonus structure Flexibility around family Up to one full day working from home per week Healthy breakfast and snacks in the studio Career development opportunities Training and development Team and industry events Key Responsibilities and Duties: Client communication at all stages, including converting enquiries, leading client meetings and site visits. Contractor communication at all stages. Generating new business through outreach, innovation and networking. Working in Sketchup and layout to create 3D visuals and 2D technical drawings. 3D renderings. FF&E schedules. Accurately pricing product proposals. Project cost estimating. Sourcing samples and products. Organising sample library and ensuring the studio remains client presentable (shared responsibility). To create social media and marketing content throughout the design process (to be taken over / shared by the Studio Assistant, once hired). Working closely with Procurement and Project Manager and assisting where needed. Results Expected in this Role: To generate new business. To create visually pleasing and technically accurate 2D and 3D drawings. To nurture positive relationships with their clients, colleagues and industry partners. To be able to confidently oversee projects from start to finish. To work positively as part of a small team and be willing to support others in their tasks and roles. To ensure all projects are profitable. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Confident use of Sketchup and layout. Confident use of rendering software. Interest and some level of understanding of using AI to improve workflows and output within interiors. Excellent communication both verbal and written. Confident speaking over the phone and able to build rapport with different people. Excellent use of the English language. Ability to nurture relationships and be intuitive to clients and colleagues needs. Empathetic and intuitive able to anticipate clients and colleagues needs. Able to articulate and inspire others in their vision. Grounded and level-headed in the face of adversity. Able to quickly form professional relationships. Confident telephone manner and presenting over video. Strong diary management. Bring positive energy to the team and projects. Personal Attributes The successful candidate will be: Self-motivated, enthusiastic, and proactive. Flexible and adaptable within a fast-paced environment. An excellent communicator, both written and verbal. Confident liaising with clients, senior management, and subcontractors. Able to build strong relationships at all levels. Professional, honest, and integrity driven. Well-presented, punctual, and a strong ambassador for the business. Experience Needed: At least two years industry experience within mid to high end interiors. Bathrooms and kitchen design. Experienced and confident on site. Experience dealing directly with clients and trades. Experience working as part of a small team. Other Special Requirements: Driving licence and own vehicle essential. Be physically able to occasionally assist with receiving deliveries. You may be able to work from home up to one full day per week if you have suitable space and equipment. If you want to join a well-established business and be part of a growing team, then this is the job for you! Come join our client s team and contribute to their mission of delivering exceptional Interior Design projects. Their selection process is unique in the marketplace and attracts motivated, productive team members, who they know will be successful and have a great career with them. They look forward to hearing from you. Don't miss this opportunity. Start your application NOW!
Are you an excellent organiser and a confidentcommunicator who thrives at the heart of leadership? We are seeking aprofessional to provide high-level Executive Officer support to our CEO andSenior Leadership Team, while serving as Company Secretary to ensure excellentgovernance. Main duties of the job Your key responsibilities Act as the primarypoint of contact for the CEO, managing complex schedules, key communications,and sensitive information with total discretion. Lead on CompanySecretarial duties, ensuring full compliance with charity and company law,managing statutory filings, and overseeing the insurance portfolio. Support the Board ofTrustees and committees by coordinating meetings, drafting high-qualityreports, and managing the onboarding of new Trustees. Lead key projects onbehalf of the CEO and oversee the governance of our Annual General Meetings(AGMs) and policy reviews. What you bring A background insenior administration or secretariat roles, ideally within a regulatednot-for-profit or health sector environment. A solidunderstanding of company secretarial duties and charity law. The ability todraft, edit, and present sophisticated written materials for executiveaudiences. High-level ITliteracy and the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-pacedsetting. A Standard Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check isrequired for this role. About us Weldmar Hospicecare provides specialist care foradults in Dorset who have a life limiting illness, and support for their lovedones. We are dedicated to fostering a culture of equality, diversity, andinclusion across all aspects of our organisation. Job responsibilities WELDMAR HOSPICECARE JOB DESCRIPTION AND PERSON SPECIFICATION Job Title Executive Officer and Company Secretary Hours of work: 37.50 Reports to: Chief Executive Responsible for: Job Context The Executive Officer and Company Secretary will support our CEO with personal assistant duties and occasionally the Chief Operating Officer, executive Directors Group and non-executive Trustee Board and committees. This role is designed to alleviate the Boards day-to-day administrative and operational workload, enabling a greater focus on strategic priorities. The Executive Officer will actively engage in projects, reporting, and business initiatives whilst also acting as Company Secretary, legally accountable for all areas of charity and company compliance and reporting. Job Purpose To provide executive support to the Chief Executive, including coordination of senior meetings, management of CEOs office, management of relationships and to support the Chief Operating Officer as required; To coordinate or manage delegated projects on behalf of the CEO Support to the Board, Directors Group and Risk Appraisal Panel including progress chasing, and other meetings as required; To act as Company Secretary for Weldmar Hospicecare Ltd and its subsidiaries. As Company Secretary the post holder is legally accountable for all areas of charity and company compliance and reporting; To provide full support, including diary management, timely circulation of meeting agendas and papers; recording minutes and maintaining records, for the Board of Trustees and non-Clinical Trustee Committees; these are the People; Finance, Investment and Property; Audit and Income Generation; Support to the Boards Integrated Governance and Nominations Committees; To manage the insurance portfolio of the charity; Completion of the annual Quality Account; Handle highly sensitive information with discretion and professionalism. Scope and Limits of Authority The Executive Officer will be required to familiarise themselves with all areas of the work of the Charity in order to provide a proactive, confidential and influential executive support to the CEO, Directors and Chair of Trustees; The Executive Officer will be responsible for the day-to-day coordination and management of senior meetings, project management and senior administration. Job tasks Executive Support to CEO and Board Management of the CEOs office, including either personally providing or overseeing the provision of senior level PA support; Researching and drafting briefing papers or reports on behalf of the CEO and as directed and editing of papers written by senior managers for the Board; Preparing presentations on behalf of the CEO and other senior managers, using audio visual aids and power-point, including graphs and analysis and utilising technology wherever appropriate; Progress chasing actions arising from Board meetings on behalf of the CEO; Liaison with the Chair and Board of Trustees on behalf of the CEO; To provide support to Chair and Trustees if required. Company Secretary To ensure that the conduct of Weldmar Hospicecare Ltd and its subsidiaries comply with all relevant requirements of charity and company law and within its own constitution and to support the Chair of Trustees by ensuring the smooth functioning of the Trustee body; To ensure that all legal and statutory company requirements are adhered to in a timely manner; Providing full support for committees of the Board and the Board, ensuring good governance and legal compliance; Maintain accurate and up to date confidential registers of company members and Trustees; Manage Annual General and Extra-ordinary Meetings of the Company and its subsidiaries; Submitting statutory annual returns and other filings and obligations for Companies House and the Charity Commission. Executive Support Setting up annual calendar of meetings, scheduled to link as appropriate to other meetings and cycles (e.g. Board, Clinical Governance Steering Group, Budgetary and business planning cycles); Drafting of agendas in consultation with the CEO, Finance Director, Directors, senior managers and committee chairs and ensuring that participants have prepared the required papers and reports; Ensuring that good practice, regulatory and compliance areas are suitably covered and reported (e.g. risk reports, emergency planning), liaising with internal leads as appropriate; Compiling reports on complaints and information governance, including data breaches, for committees and groups; Maintaining and reporting conflicts of interest registers and the register of gifts and hospitality; Coordinating policy reviews and publication (in partnership with the Clinical Administration Manager; Assisting with recruitment of new Trustees and committee advisers and carrying out their onboarding with Weldmar. Specialist Administration Ensure Trust has a comprehensive portfolio of required insurances and participate in the review and negotiation of annual renewal policies and premiums; As Trust contact for all insurance issues, liaise with insurance broker as appropriate. Maintain up to date, accurate records and secure files for all Trust-related insurance policies, claims and associated paperwork Project Coordination and Support Undertake delegated projects on behalf of the CEO; Any other project as identified by the CEO at any time. Communications and Relationships First point of contact to the CEO, Chair and Board of Trustees, handling all correspondence and calls, prioritising items, undertaking actions personally and drafting responses as appropriate; Building and maintaining relationships with a wide range of external contacts on behalf of the CEO; Undertaking key liaison, progress chasing, consultative and collaborative working with a wide range of internal contacts, both on behalf of the CEO and executive responsibilities, but also in relation to own delegated areas; Playing a key role in external communications, including liaison on behalf of the CEO, building relationships with senior contacts in other organisations. Person Specification Experience Experience of administration or secretariat management, ideally within a health sector organisation; Some experience of coordinating or contributing to change management; Experience of researching, collating and drafting information; Ideally some experience of budgets or financial management. Qualifications Advanced knowledge of administration management; Executive Assistant knowledge and skills, including committee secretariat; Knowledge of supporting governance and senior management levels within an organisation; Excellent knowledge of organisational policies and procedures, ideally within the context of a not-for-profit regulated body; Knowledge of the health sector, including regulatory requirements; An understanding of the duties of a company secretary; IT Literate. Skills and Abilities Written communication skills in order to draft and edit papers, minute meetings, write briefings and policy; Good formal communication skills, including production of committee minutes; Understanding of confidentiality and discretion when handling sensitive business matters; Strong analytical thinking skills, including ability to research and present findings and options; Planning and organising skills . click apply for full job details
Feb 25, 2026
Full time
Are you an excellent organiser and a confidentcommunicator who thrives at the heart of leadership? We are seeking aprofessional to provide high-level Executive Officer support to our CEO andSenior Leadership Team, while serving as Company Secretary to ensure excellentgovernance. Main duties of the job Your key responsibilities Act as the primarypoint of contact for the CEO, managing complex schedules, key communications,and sensitive information with total discretion. Lead on CompanySecretarial duties, ensuring full compliance with charity and company law,managing statutory filings, and overseeing the insurance portfolio. Support the Board ofTrustees and committees by coordinating meetings, drafting high-qualityreports, and managing the onboarding of new Trustees. Lead key projects onbehalf of the CEO and oversee the governance of our Annual General Meetings(AGMs) and policy reviews. What you bring A background insenior administration or secretariat roles, ideally within a regulatednot-for-profit or health sector environment. A solidunderstanding of company secretarial duties and charity law. The ability todraft, edit, and present sophisticated written materials for executiveaudiences. High-level ITliteracy and the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-pacedsetting. A Standard Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check isrequired for this role. About us Weldmar Hospicecare provides specialist care foradults in Dorset who have a life limiting illness, and support for their lovedones. We are dedicated to fostering a culture of equality, diversity, andinclusion across all aspects of our organisation. Job responsibilities WELDMAR HOSPICECARE JOB DESCRIPTION AND PERSON SPECIFICATION Job Title Executive Officer and Company Secretary Hours of work: 37.50 Reports to: Chief Executive Responsible for: Job Context The Executive Officer and Company Secretary will support our CEO with personal assistant duties and occasionally the Chief Operating Officer, executive Directors Group and non-executive Trustee Board and committees. This role is designed to alleviate the Boards day-to-day administrative and operational workload, enabling a greater focus on strategic priorities. The Executive Officer will actively engage in projects, reporting, and business initiatives whilst also acting as Company Secretary, legally accountable for all areas of charity and company compliance and reporting. Job Purpose To provide executive support to the Chief Executive, including coordination of senior meetings, management of CEOs office, management of relationships and to support the Chief Operating Officer as required; To coordinate or manage delegated projects on behalf of the CEO Support to the Board, Directors Group and Risk Appraisal Panel including progress chasing, and other meetings as required; To act as Company Secretary for Weldmar Hospicecare Ltd and its subsidiaries. As Company Secretary the post holder is legally accountable for all areas of charity and company compliance and reporting; To provide full support, including diary management, timely circulation of meeting agendas and papers; recording minutes and maintaining records, for the Board of Trustees and non-Clinical Trustee Committees; these are the People; Finance, Investment and Property; Audit and Income Generation; Support to the Boards Integrated Governance and Nominations Committees; To manage the insurance portfolio of the charity; Completion of the annual Quality Account; Handle highly sensitive information with discretion and professionalism. Scope and Limits of Authority The Executive Officer will be required to familiarise themselves with all areas of the work of the Charity in order to provide a proactive, confidential and influential executive support to the CEO, Directors and Chair of Trustees; The Executive Officer will be responsible for the day-to-day coordination and management of senior meetings, project management and senior administration. Job tasks Executive Support to CEO and Board Management of the CEOs office, including either personally providing or overseeing the provision of senior level PA support; Researching and drafting briefing papers or reports on behalf of the CEO and as directed and editing of papers written by senior managers for the Board; Preparing presentations on behalf of the CEO and other senior managers, using audio visual aids and power-point, including graphs and analysis and utilising technology wherever appropriate; Progress chasing actions arising from Board meetings on behalf of the CEO; Liaison with the Chair and Board of Trustees on behalf of the CEO; To provide support to Chair and Trustees if required. Company Secretary To ensure that the conduct of Weldmar Hospicecare Ltd and its subsidiaries comply with all relevant requirements of charity and company law and within its own constitution and to support the Chair of Trustees by ensuring the smooth functioning of the Trustee body; To ensure that all legal and statutory company requirements are adhered to in a timely manner; Providing full support for committees of the Board and the Board, ensuring good governance and legal compliance; Maintain accurate and up to date confidential registers of company members and Trustees; Manage Annual General and Extra-ordinary Meetings of the Company and its subsidiaries; Submitting statutory annual returns and other filings and obligations for Companies House and the Charity Commission. Executive Support Setting up annual calendar of meetings, scheduled to link as appropriate to other meetings and cycles (e.g. Board, Clinical Governance Steering Group, Budgetary and business planning cycles); Drafting of agendas in consultation with the CEO, Finance Director, Directors, senior managers and committee chairs and ensuring that participants have prepared the required papers and reports; Ensuring that good practice, regulatory and compliance areas are suitably covered and reported (e.g. risk reports, emergency planning), liaising with internal leads as appropriate; Compiling reports on complaints and information governance, including data breaches, for committees and groups; Maintaining and reporting conflicts of interest registers and the register of gifts and hospitality; Coordinating policy reviews and publication (in partnership with the Clinical Administration Manager; Assisting with recruitment of new Trustees and committee advisers and carrying out their onboarding with Weldmar. Specialist Administration Ensure Trust has a comprehensive portfolio of required insurances and participate in the review and negotiation of annual renewal policies and premiums; As Trust contact for all insurance issues, liaise with insurance broker as appropriate. Maintain up to date, accurate records and secure files for all Trust-related insurance policies, claims and associated paperwork Project Coordination and Support Undertake delegated projects on behalf of the CEO; Any other project as identified by the CEO at any time. Communications and Relationships First point of contact to the CEO, Chair and Board of Trustees, handling all correspondence and calls, prioritising items, undertaking actions personally and drafting responses as appropriate; Building and maintaining relationships with a wide range of external contacts on behalf of the CEO; Undertaking key liaison, progress chasing, consultative and collaborative working with a wide range of internal contacts, both on behalf of the CEO and executive responsibilities, but also in relation to own delegated areas; Playing a key role in external communications, including liaison on behalf of the CEO, building relationships with senior contacts in other organisations. Person Specification Experience Experience of administration or secretariat management, ideally within a health sector organisation; Some experience of coordinating or contributing to change management; Experience of researching, collating and drafting information; Ideally some experience of budgets or financial management. Qualifications Advanced knowledge of administration management; Executive Assistant knowledge and skills, including committee secretariat; Knowledge of supporting governance and senior management levels within an organisation; Excellent knowledge of organisational policies and procedures, ideally within the context of a not-for-profit regulated body; Knowledge of the health sector, including regulatory requirements; An understanding of the duties of a company secretary; IT Literate. Skills and Abilities Written communication skills in order to draft and edit papers, minute meetings, write briefings and policy; Good formal communication skills, including production of committee minutes; Understanding of confidentiality and discretion when handling sensitive business matters; Strong analytical thinking skills, including ability to research and present findings and options; Planning and organising skills . click apply for full job details
Purchasing Assistant North Yorkshire ? Engineering & Manufacturing 12-Month FTC (Maternity Cover) A well-established and globally recognised engineering technology business is seeking a Purchasing Assistant to join its Operations team on a 12-month fixed-term contract (maternity cover). The organisation designs and manufactures highly technical sensing systems used in safety-critical and demanding environments worldwide. With a collaborative culture and strong growth ambitions, this is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive and fast-paced manufacturing environment. The Role Reporting to the Purchasing Manager, you will support the purchasing function to ensure goods and services are sourced efficiently, cost-effectively and in line with company procedures. This is a varied role involving supplier communication, order processing, inventory support and cross-functional coordination with finance, engineering and operations teams. Key Responsibilities Raise and process purchase orders, ensuring timely and accurate delivery Source quotations and support supplier negotiations Manage and monitor the order book to ensure on-time supply Maintain accurate procurement and stock records within ERP/MRP systems Assist with inventory control and optimal stock level management Resolve supplier issues including delivery delays, damages and invoice discrepancies Support cost control initiatives and identify value-for-money purchasing options Ensure procurement activity complies with internal policies and industry standards Build and maintain strong supplier relationships Provide general administrative support to the purchasing team About You We are looking for a highly organised and detail-oriented purchasing professional who thrives in a busy manufacturing environment. Essential Minimum 2 years' experience in a purchasing, procurement or buying support role Experience working within manufacturing or engineering environments Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems Strong IT skills including Excel or Google Sheets Excellent communication skills Ability to multitask and work to deadlines High attention to detail Desirable Advanced Excel or Google Sheets capability Personal Attributes Personable and approachable Confident communicator Able to work well under pressure Strong team player with a proactive attitude Why Apply? Join a respected engineering organisation operating in global markets Gain experience in a technically advanced manufacturing environment Work within a collaborative and supportive Operations team Opportunity to develop procurement and supplier management experience This is an ideal opportunity for a Purchasing or Procurement professional seeking a stable, structured contract role within a high-quality engineering business.
Feb 25, 2026
Full time
Purchasing Assistant North Yorkshire ? Engineering & Manufacturing 12-Month FTC (Maternity Cover) A well-established and globally recognised engineering technology business is seeking a Purchasing Assistant to join its Operations team on a 12-month fixed-term contract (maternity cover). The organisation designs and manufactures highly technical sensing systems used in safety-critical and demanding environments worldwide. With a collaborative culture and strong growth ambitions, this is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive and fast-paced manufacturing environment. The Role Reporting to the Purchasing Manager, you will support the purchasing function to ensure goods and services are sourced efficiently, cost-effectively and in line with company procedures. This is a varied role involving supplier communication, order processing, inventory support and cross-functional coordination with finance, engineering and operations teams. Key Responsibilities Raise and process purchase orders, ensuring timely and accurate delivery Source quotations and support supplier negotiations Manage and monitor the order book to ensure on-time supply Maintain accurate procurement and stock records within ERP/MRP systems Assist with inventory control and optimal stock level management Resolve supplier issues including delivery delays, damages and invoice discrepancies Support cost control initiatives and identify value-for-money purchasing options Ensure procurement activity complies with internal policies and industry standards Build and maintain strong supplier relationships Provide general administrative support to the purchasing team About You We are looking for a highly organised and detail-oriented purchasing professional who thrives in a busy manufacturing environment. Essential Minimum 2 years' experience in a purchasing, procurement or buying support role Experience working within manufacturing or engineering environments Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems Strong IT skills including Excel or Google Sheets Excellent communication skills Ability to multitask and work to deadlines High attention to detail Desirable Advanced Excel or Google Sheets capability Personal Attributes Personable and approachable Confident communicator Able to work well under pressure Strong team player with a proactive attitude Why Apply? Join a respected engineering organisation operating in global markets Gain experience in a technically advanced manufacturing environment Work within a collaborative and supportive Operations team Opportunity to develop procurement and supplier management experience This is an ideal opportunity for a Purchasing or Procurement professional seeking a stable, structured contract role within a high-quality engineering business.
Clarion Housing Group Limited
March, Cambridgeshire
Location: Hybrid/Beacon House, March Salary: £33,592 - £41,990 per annum pro rata Hours: Part Time 30 per week Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract until September 2027 Are you an experienced project professional ready to make a lasting impact in Fenland? We're seeking a dynamic and highly organised Project Coordinator to lead the day-to-day management and delivery of the Fenland Place Partnership Programme (FPP). This is a pivotal role at the heart of a collaborative initiative designed to drive meaningful change across the area. Working closely with the Community Manager (East/North Region) and in partnership with the FPP Strategic Steering Group, you'll ensure the smooth coordination of programme activities, stakeholder engagement, and strategic oversight. With operational support from the Communities Officer and Administration Assistant, you'll guide multiple workstreams from planning through to delivery, ensuring objectives are met on time and to a high standard. You'll bring proven project management experience, with strong organisational and planning skills that enable you to manage competing priorities and tight deadlines with confidence. A proactive approach to monitoring progress, identifying risks, and implementing corrective actions will be essential to maintaining momentum and achieving programme goals. Clear, professional communication is key to this role. You'll produce high-quality reports, updates, and presentations, ensuring stakeholders remain informed, engaged, and aligned with the programme's vision. If you are motivated by partnership working, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and are passionate about delivering impactful community programmes, we would love to hear from you. As you can imagine, the full job description includes lots more detail, so please check it out before applying. Salaries are just the starting point. Here at Clarion, we're dedicated to rewarding hard work and commitment, and providing benefits that support you and your lifestyle - dive in and find out more. Closing Date: Monday 2nd March 2026 at midnight. At Clarion Housing Group, we support the responsible use of AI. This is a hybrid role with a base location at our office in March. Candidates will be expected to work from the office at least 1 day per week. You must be eligible to work in the UK to apply for this vacancy; Clarion are not able to offer visa sponsorship. You are required to reside in England or Wales for the duration of your employment. Diversity and Inclusion We want Clarion to be a workplace where everyone feels valued, can be themselves and know they can reach their full potential. We embrace and celebrate our differences through various initiatives and support colleagues through a number of staff networks. We're committed to building a strong, diverse workforce and making Clarion an inclusive place to work.
Feb 24, 2026
Full time
Location: Hybrid/Beacon House, March Salary: £33,592 - £41,990 per annum pro rata Hours: Part Time 30 per week Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract until September 2027 Are you an experienced project professional ready to make a lasting impact in Fenland? We're seeking a dynamic and highly organised Project Coordinator to lead the day-to-day management and delivery of the Fenland Place Partnership Programme (FPP). This is a pivotal role at the heart of a collaborative initiative designed to drive meaningful change across the area. Working closely with the Community Manager (East/North Region) and in partnership with the FPP Strategic Steering Group, you'll ensure the smooth coordination of programme activities, stakeholder engagement, and strategic oversight. With operational support from the Communities Officer and Administration Assistant, you'll guide multiple workstreams from planning through to delivery, ensuring objectives are met on time and to a high standard. You'll bring proven project management experience, with strong organisational and planning skills that enable you to manage competing priorities and tight deadlines with confidence. A proactive approach to monitoring progress, identifying risks, and implementing corrective actions will be essential to maintaining momentum and achieving programme goals. Clear, professional communication is key to this role. You'll produce high-quality reports, updates, and presentations, ensuring stakeholders remain informed, engaged, and aligned with the programme's vision. If you are motivated by partnership working, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and are passionate about delivering impactful community programmes, we would love to hear from you. As you can imagine, the full job description includes lots more detail, so please check it out before applying. Salaries are just the starting point. Here at Clarion, we're dedicated to rewarding hard work and commitment, and providing benefits that support you and your lifestyle - dive in and find out more. Closing Date: Monday 2nd March 2026 at midnight. At Clarion Housing Group, we support the responsible use of AI. This is a hybrid role with a base location at our office in March. Candidates will be expected to work from the office at least 1 day per week. You must be eligible to work in the UK to apply for this vacancy; Clarion are not able to offer visa sponsorship. You are required to reside in England or Wales for the duration of your employment. Diversity and Inclusion We want Clarion to be a workplace where everyone feels valued, can be themselves and know they can reach their full potential. We embrace and celebrate our differences through various initiatives and support colleagues through a number of staff networks. We're committed to building a strong, diverse workforce and making Clarion an inclusive place to work.
Role overview As an Assistant Store Manager at Vision Express, you'll support the Store Manager in overseeing the daily operations of the store. This can include managing the team, ensuring excellent customer service, achieving sales targets, and maintaining the high standards of visual merchandising and store presentation. You'll assist with administrative tasks such as stock ordering and management, cash handling and reporting. You'll play a key role in creating a positive and productive work environment, ensuring the store meets the business objectives. All our colleagues play a key part in our mission of helping our customers to 'See More and Be More' by providing tailored and effective eyecare and eyewear solutions, to help customers maximise their visual potential and enhance their lifestyle. Although the hours of this role are advertised, if this sounds like the role for you, we'd love to hear about your ideal working week. Whether this is hours to fit around the school run or you prefer a compressed week - we are open to discussing flexible options with you further. Who are we? We are Vision Express - with over 550 stores across the UK and Ireland, we have something for everyone. Whether you want to work in a busy city centre flagship, a smaller village store or in one of our coastal locations, we're sure we will have the perfect solution for you! Did you know, we are also part of the EssilorLuxottica family? EssilorLuxottica is the global leader in the design, manufacture and distribution of lenses, frames and sunglasses! We are home to the most loved and widely-recognised vision care and eyewear brands in the world. Their priority eyewear brands include Ray-Ban, Oakley, Costa, Vogue Eyewear, Persol and Oliver Peoples, complemented by over 20 prestigious licensed brands. Who is the perfect candidate? Show strong leadership and management skills to be able to support your colleagues in store Great communication and rapport building to translate professional terminology into language understanding to patients Exceptional attention to detail in maintaining accurate customer records, prescriptions, and requirements to provide them with the best service and product recommendations Teamwork with colleagues across the whole store team, including our Eye Care Professionals, Optical Assistants and Management The ability to work under pressure and handle challenging situations in a fast-paced retail environment Confidence, passion, drive and enthusiasm Monitor and analyse sales performance data to identify areas for improvement Training and coaching sessions with your colleagues in store, to ensure everybody is working to the best of their ability and towards our mission to help customers 'See More and Be More'. Anything else you should know? Sales and performance-based bonus Targeted incentives Competitive pension scheme Private Medical Cover for you Life Assurance - 4 x your basic annual salary Free eyewear annually with eligibility from day one of joining us! Opportunities to get involved in the OneSight EssilorLuxottica Foundation Discounts throughout the year for your friends and family Employee Assistance Program offering confidential support and advice on everything from financial support and everything in-between 33 days annual leave - increasing with your length of service, plus the opportunity to buy or sell holiday Flexible health related benefits, such as Health Cash plan, Additional Life Cover, Critical Illness cover and Dental Plan Opportunities to join a company wide community with peer-to-peer knowledge sharing and collaborating through our internal channels Flexible lifestyle benefits, such as Gymflex, Dining Cards, discounted Travel Insurance, Experience Days and even discounted bicycles through our Cycle to Work Scheme And so much more!
Feb 24, 2026
Full time
Role overview As an Assistant Store Manager at Vision Express, you'll support the Store Manager in overseeing the daily operations of the store. This can include managing the team, ensuring excellent customer service, achieving sales targets, and maintaining the high standards of visual merchandising and store presentation. You'll assist with administrative tasks such as stock ordering and management, cash handling and reporting. You'll play a key role in creating a positive and productive work environment, ensuring the store meets the business objectives. All our colleagues play a key part in our mission of helping our customers to 'See More and Be More' by providing tailored and effective eyecare and eyewear solutions, to help customers maximise their visual potential and enhance their lifestyle. Although the hours of this role are advertised, if this sounds like the role for you, we'd love to hear about your ideal working week. Whether this is hours to fit around the school run or you prefer a compressed week - we are open to discussing flexible options with you further. Who are we? We are Vision Express - with over 550 stores across the UK and Ireland, we have something for everyone. Whether you want to work in a busy city centre flagship, a smaller village store or in one of our coastal locations, we're sure we will have the perfect solution for you! Did you know, we are also part of the EssilorLuxottica family? EssilorLuxottica is the global leader in the design, manufacture and distribution of lenses, frames and sunglasses! We are home to the most loved and widely-recognised vision care and eyewear brands in the world. Their priority eyewear brands include Ray-Ban, Oakley, Costa, Vogue Eyewear, Persol and Oliver Peoples, complemented by over 20 prestigious licensed brands. Who is the perfect candidate? Show strong leadership and management skills to be able to support your colleagues in store Great communication and rapport building to translate professional terminology into language understanding to patients Exceptional attention to detail in maintaining accurate customer records, prescriptions, and requirements to provide them with the best service and product recommendations Teamwork with colleagues across the whole store team, including our Eye Care Professionals, Optical Assistants and Management The ability to work under pressure and handle challenging situations in a fast-paced retail environment Confidence, passion, drive and enthusiasm Monitor and analyse sales performance data to identify areas for improvement Training and coaching sessions with your colleagues in store, to ensure everybody is working to the best of their ability and towards our mission to help customers 'See More and Be More'. Anything else you should know? Sales and performance-based bonus Targeted incentives Competitive pension scheme Private Medical Cover for you Life Assurance - 4 x your basic annual salary Free eyewear annually with eligibility from day one of joining us! Opportunities to get involved in the OneSight EssilorLuxottica Foundation Discounts throughout the year for your friends and family Employee Assistance Program offering confidential support and advice on everything from financial support and everything in-between 33 days annual leave - increasing with your length of service, plus the opportunity to buy or sell holiday Flexible health related benefits, such as Health Cash plan, Additional Life Cover, Critical Illness cover and Dental Plan Opportunities to join a company wide community with peer-to-peer knowledge sharing and collaborating through our internal channels Flexible lifestyle benefits, such as Gymflex, Dining Cards, discounted Travel Insurance, Experience Days and even discounted bicycles through our Cycle to Work Scheme And so much more!
As a Store Manager at Vision Express, you're responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the store. This includes managing your colleagues in store, ensuring excellent customer service, maintaining store standards, and meeting sales targets. You'll also handle administrative tasks such as scheduling, inventory management, and financial reporting. You'll also manage the recruitment for your store with the support of your peers, including your Regional Manager and our Store Support Centre colleagues. You're responsible for creating a positive and productive work environment for your team, ensuring that all employees are trained and supported in their roles as we all play a key part in our mission of helping our customers to 'See More and Be More' by providing tailored and effective eyecare and eyewear solutions, to help customers maximise their visual potential and enhance their lifestyle. Although the hours of this role are advertised, if this sounds like the role for you, we'd love to hear about your ideal working week. Whether this is hours to fit around the school run or you prefer a compressed week - we are open to discussing flexible options with you further. Who are we? We are Vision Express - with over 550 stores across the UK and Ireland, we have something for everyone. Whether you want to work in a busy city centre flagship, a smaller village store or in one of our coastal locations, we're sure we will have the perfect solution for you! Did you know, we are also part of the EssilorLuxottica family? EssilorLuxottica is the global leader in the design, manufacture and distribution of lenses, frames and sunglasses! We are home to the most loved and widely-recognised vision care and eyewear brands in the world. Their priority eyewear brands include Ray-Ban, Oakley, Costa, Vogue Eyewear, Persol and Oliver Peoples, complemented by over 20 prestigious licensed brands. Who is the perfect candidate? Monitor and analyse sales performance data to identify areas for improvement and encourage this within your team to meet or exceed sales targets and drive business growth Support your colleagues in store with your strong leadership and management skills Great communication and rapport building to translate professional terminology into language understanding to patients Exceptional attention to detail in maintaining accurate customer records, prescriptions, and requirements to provide them with the best service and product recommendations Teamwork with colleagues across the whole store team, including our Eye Care Professionals, Optical Assistants and Management The ability to work under pressure and handle challenging situations in a fast-paced retail environment Confidence, passion, drive and enthusiasm Support with the instore recruitment process Training and coaching sessions with your colleagues in store, to ensure everybody is working to the best of their ability and towards our mission to help customers 'See More and Be More'. Anything else you should know? Sales and performance-based bonus Targeted incentives Competitive pension scheme Private medical cover for you and your family Life Assurance - 4 x your basic annual salary Free eyewear annually with eligibility from day one of joining us! Opportunities to get involved in the OneSight EssilorLuxottica Foundation Discounts throughout the year for your friends and family Employee Assistance Program offering confidential support and advice on everything from financial support and everything in-between 33 days annual leave - increasing with your length of service, plus the opportunity to buy or sell holiday Flexible health related benefits, such as Health Cash Plan, Additional Life cover, Critical Illness cover and Dental Plan Opportunities to join a company wide community with peer-to-peer knowledge sharing and collaborating through our internal channels Flexible lifestyle benefits, such as Gymflex, Dining Cards, discounted Travel Insurance, Experience Days and even discounted bicycles through our Cycle to Work Scheme And so much more!
Feb 24, 2026
Full time
As a Store Manager at Vision Express, you're responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the store. This includes managing your colleagues in store, ensuring excellent customer service, maintaining store standards, and meeting sales targets. You'll also handle administrative tasks such as scheduling, inventory management, and financial reporting. You'll also manage the recruitment for your store with the support of your peers, including your Regional Manager and our Store Support Centre colleagues. You're responsible for creating a positive and productive work environment for your team, ensuring that all employees are trained and supported in their roles as we all play a key part in our mission of helping our customers to 'See More and Be More' by providing tailored and effective eyecare and eyewear solutions, to help customers maximise their visual potential and enhance their lifestyle. Although the hours of this role are advertised, if this sounds like the role for you, we'd love to hear about your ideal working week. Whether this is hours to fit around the school run or you prefer a compressed week - we are open to discussing flexible options with you further. Who are we? We are Vision Express - with over 550 stores across the UK and Ireland, we have something for everyone. Whether you want to work in a busy city centre flagship, a smaller village store or in one of our coastal locations, we're sure we will have the perfect solution for you! Did you know, we are also part of the EssilorLuxottica family? EssilorLuxottica is the global leader in the design, manufacture and distribution of lenses, frames and sunglasses! We are home to the most loved and widely-recognised vision care and eyewear brands in the world. Their priority eyewear brands include Ray-Ban, Oakley, Costa, Vogue Eyewear, Persol and Oliver Peoples, complemented by over 20 prestigious licensed brands. Who is the perfect candidate? Monitor and analyse sales performance data to identify areas for improvement and encourage this within your team to meet or exceed sales targets and drive business growth Support your colleagues in store with your strong leadership and management skills Great communication and rapport building to translate professional terminology into language understanding to patients Exceptional attention to detail in maintaining accurate customer records, prescriptions, and requirements to provide them with the best service and product recommendations Teamwork with colleagues across the whole store team, including our Eye Care Professionals, Optical Assistants and Management The ability to work under pressure and handle challenging situations in a fast-paced retail environment Confidence, passion, drive and enthusiasm Support with the instore recruitment process Training and coaching sessions with your colleagues in store, to ensure everybody is working to the best of their ability and towards our mission to help customers 'See More and Be More'. Anything else you should know? Sales and performance-based bonus Targeted incentives Competitive pension scheme Private medical cover for you and your family Life Assurance - 4 x your basic annual salary Free eyewear annually with eligibility from day one of joining us! Opportunities to get involved in the OneSight EssilorLuxottica Foundation Discounts throughout the year for your friends and family Employee Assistance Program offering confidential support and advice on everything from financial support and everything in-between 33 days annual leave - increasing with your length of service, plus the opportunity to buy or sell holiday Flexible health related benefits, such as Health Cash Plan, Additional Life cover, Critical Illness cover and Dental Plan Opportunities to join a company wide community with peer-to-peer knowledge sharing and collaborating through our internal channels Flexible lifestyle benefits, such as Gymflex, Dining Cards, discounted Travel Insurance, Experience Days and even discounted bicycles through our Cycle to Work Scheme And so much more!
Are you interested in becoming a Joint Venture Partner at Vision Express, part of Essilor Luxottica, a global leader in the design, manufacture and distribution of ophthalmic lenses, frames and sunglasses? Our Petersfield store in Hampshire, is currently looking for its next Joint Venture Partner. This store is available as a full purchase and would be an ideal opportunity for an Optometrist looking for their first investment. The store comprises of 2 testing rooms with a small team of 4 well trained retail colleagues including an Assistant Store Manager. As a Joint Venture Partner at Vision Express, you'll become a shareholder in your store. You will lead the culture of your store, have access to our Essilor Luxottica product range and support services and you will have the opportunity to make a difference to customers as a custodian of the Vision Express brand. To be successful in this application process, you must have financial capital to invest in a store purchase and be able to develop a clear business plan to ensure that you will receive a return on your investment. Benefits •Profit share based on store performance •Central support from our Stores Support Centre •Field support from a dedicated Business Operations Manager •Private medical cover for you and your family •Free eyewear and benefits for your friends and family •Employee Assistance Program offering confidential support for your wellbeing •Opportunities to get involved in the OneSight EssilorLuxottica Foundation Some attributes you might have: •Experience of managing an optical business. •Strong business acumen and financial understanding. •Passion for eyecare and the Vision Express brand. •Excellent communication skills with customers and colleagues. •Ability to remain delivery focused throughout challenging times. •Leading, selecting and developing your own team, with support from our HR business partners. •Displaying a positive attitude that has influenced others to commit to a cause. •Being customer obsessed and fostering a culture of exceptional customer service. Why Vision Express? Working at Vision Express, you will be part of something bigger. With over 550 stores across the UK and Ireland, you will have the opportunity to share knowledge, elevate your career and reach your potential. Together, we believe that we're made stronger by our differences, so diversity and inclusion are key ingredients to our success, and we believe that striving for a culture of mutual trust enables us to reach our goals and achieve results.
Feb 24, 2026
Full time
Are you interested in becoming a Joint Venture Partner at Vision Express, part of Essilor Luxottica, a global leader in the design, manufacture and distribution of ophthalmic lenses, frames and sunglasses? Our Petersfield store in Hampshire, is currently looking for its next Joint Venture Partner. This store is available as a full purchase and would be an ideal opportunity for an Optometrist looking for their first investment. The store comprises of 2 testing rooms with a small team of 4 well trained retail colleagues including an Assistant Store Manager. As a Joint Venture Partner at Vision Express, you'll become a shareholder in your store. You will lead the culture of your store, have access to our Essilor Luxottica product range and support services and you will have the opportunity to make a difference to customers as a custodian of the Vision Express brand. To be successful in this application process, you must have financial capital to invest in a store purchase and be able to develop a clear business plan to ensure that you will receive a return on your investment. Benefits •Profit share based on store performance •Central support from our Stores Support Centre •Field support from a dedicated Business Operations Manager •Private medical cover for you and your family •Free eyewear and benefits for your friends and family •Employee Assistance Program offering confidential support for your wellbeing •Opportunities to get involved in the OneSight EssilorLuxottica Foundation Some attributes you might have: •Experience of managing an optical business. •Strong business acumen and financial understanding. •Passion for eyecare and the Vision Express brand. •Excellent communication skills with customers and colleagues. •Ability to remain delivery focused throughout challenging times. •Leading, selecting and developing your own team, with support from our HR business partners. •Displaying a positive attitude that has influenced others to commit to a cause. •Being customer obsessed and fostering a culture of exceptional customer service. Why Vision Express? Working at Vision Express, you will be part of something bigger. With over 550 stores across the UK and Ireland, you will have the opportunity to share knowledge, elevate your career and reach your potential. Together, we believe that we're made stronger by our differences, so diversity and inclusion are key ingredients to our success, and we believe that striving for a culture of mutual trust enables us to reach our goals and achieve results.
Job Title: Assistant Town Planner Location: Bedfordshire Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting an award-winning planning, development and ecology consultancy in their search for a Graduate Consultant to join their growing team. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated graduate to begin their career within the planning and development industry, working on a diverse portfolio of residential projects ranging from large-scale national housebuilder schemes to bespoke domestic developments. The Role The successful candidate will join a small, friendly consultancy where career progression is strongly encouraged. The graduate programme is designed to provide broad exposure to the industry, with rotations across planning, land and consultancy services to help you identify your areas of interest and develop core technical and commercial skills. Key Responsibilities Planning Team: Assisting with planning applications, pre-application submissions and appeals Undertaking site appraisals and policy reviews Monitoring applications and liaising with local authorities Supporting public consultations and stakeholder meetings Research and analysis for local plan and policy work Land Team: Undertaking strategic site searches and identifying development opportunities Supporting land disposal and acquisition processes Preparing sales prospectuses and reviewing offers Gathering market intelligence and undertaking development appraisals Networking with landowners, developers and agents General Duties: Supporting administrative consultancy tasks such as enquiries, invoicing and time recording Attending site visits, client meetings and planning committees Maintaining project files and databases Working towards professional qualifications and ongoing training Candidate Requirements A degree in Planning, Geography, Urban Design, Real Estate, or a related discipline Strong communication and organisational skills Commercial awareness and an interest in the development industry A proactive and detail-oriented approach A full UK driving licence is advantageous Why Apply? Exposure to a wide range of projects and clients Structured graduate training programme with tailored development Support towards professional accreditation Friendly, sociable team environment with genuine progression opportunities Interested? The hiring manager is looking to meet with suitable candidates ASAP so if you meet the above criteria, please contact Josh Jones on (phone number removed) or (url removed)
Feb 24, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Assistant Town Planner Location: Bedfordshire Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting an award-winning planning, development and ecology consultancy in their search for a Graduate Consultant to join their growing team. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated graduate to begin their career within the planning and development industry, working on a diverse portfolio of residential projects ranging from large-scale national housebuilder schemes to bespoke domestic developments. The Role The successful candidate will join a small, friendly consultancy where career progression is strongly encouraged. The graduate programme is designed to provide broad exposure to the industry, with rotations across planning, land and consultancy services to help you identify your areas of interest and develop core technical and commercial skills. Key Responsibilities Planning Team: Assisting with planning applications, pre-application submissions and appeals Undertaking site appraisals and policy reviews Monitoring applications and liaising with local authorities Supporting public consultations and stakeholder meetings Research and analysis for local plan and policy work Land Team: Undertaking strategic site searches and identifying development opportunities Supporting land disposal and acquisition processes Preparing sales prospectuses and reviewing offers Gathering market intelligence and undertaking development appraisals Networking with landowners, developers and agents General Duties: Supporting administrative consultancy tasks such as enquiries, invoicing and time recording Attending site visits, client meetings and planning committees Maintaining project files and databases Working towards professional qualifications and ongoing training Candidate Requirements A degree in Planning, Geography, Urban Design, Real Estate, or a related discipline Strong communication and organisational skills Commercial awareness and an interest in the development industry A proactive and detail-oriented approach A full UK driving licence is advantageous Why Apply? Exposure to a wide range of projects and clients Structured graduate training programme with tailored development Support towards professional accreditation Friendly, sociable team environment with genuine progression opportunities Interested? The hiring manager is looking to meet with suitable candidates ASAP so if you meet the above criteria, please contact Josh Jones on (phone number removed) or (url removed)
The Kingston Educational Trust
Kingston Upon Thames, Surrey
About this Role Thank you for your interest in the role of Head of Estates within Kingston Educational Trust. As our Trust continues to grow and mature, we are delighted to invite applications from ambitious and values-driven professionals who are excited by the opportunity to shape and support outstanding educational environments across our family of schools Our distinctive Trust composition places us in a unique position to develop, grow and support our staff, while ensuring that our schools benefit from high-quality central expertise and strategic leadership. The Head of Estates role is pivotal to this ambition, helping to create safe, inspiring and well-maintained environments in which pupils and staff can thrive. Kingston Educational Trust was established to deliver exceptional education for the communities we serve, building on the success and strong foundations of The Kingston Academy, which opened in September 2015 through a unique partnership between Kingston University, Kingston College and the Royal Borough of Kingston upon Thames. These organisations continue to form our Trust membership today and underpin our collaborative, civic-minded ethos. This is an exciting time to develop your career with Kingston Educational Trust as we continue on our journey of excellence. For further details about the role, please refer to the information contained within our Job Packs, including opportunities to visit our schools in person. We would be delighted to meet you. Head of Estates This is a senior strategic leadership position with Trust-wide responsibility. As Head of Estates, you will play a central role in strengthening and extending our operational capacity as we continue on our journey of excellence. You will: Lead and shape the Trust-wide estates strategy Oversee asset management planning and capital investment Manage major refurbishment and condition improvement projects Ensure robust statutory compliance and health & safety Lead and line-manage Facilities Managers Provide assurance to senior leaders and Trustees Embed a culture of professionalism, accountability and continuous improvement. Who We Are Looking For: The successful candidate will be: An experienced senior estates professional Proven in leading estates or facilities functions across complex, multi-site organisations A confident and visible leader Collaborative and service-oriented Committed to high standards and continuous improvement An excellent communicator with strong governance awareness Most importantly, you will understand that exceptional learning environments are fundamental to exceptional education. Benefits of working at The Kingston Educational Trust: Generous pay-scales, regularly paying 1% higher than National Support Staff Pay Scales Access to subsidised Cycle to Work scheme Weekly Professional Development sessions at whole-school and departmental level Staff Laptop or Chromebook Flexible working arrangements may be considered on request Access to the Employees Assistance Programme, subsidised eye test and flu vaccinations Work in a vibrant, supportive school environment where staff wellbeing is prioritised. More details on the job description and person specification are provided in the candidate information pack. Application Process Applicants should complete an application which can be accessed via the school website. Shortlisted applicants will be invited for an assessment day. Visits can be arranged by contacting Emily Kyprianou, Assistant to our Executive Director and can be organised by arrangement during Week Beginning 23rd February. Interview Procedure Our selection procedure will aim to identify with rigour whether the candidate fulfils the requirements of the post and will include the consideration of the candidate's suitability to work with children and young people. The process will include: Designated tasks during an Assessment Day Presentation and interview with Executive Director, Senior Staff and Trustees Early applications are welcome, and we reserve the right to appoint before the closing date if we find a suitable candidate. Closing Date for Applications: 9.00 am , Friday 27th February 2026. Interview Date: To be confirmed. Safeguarding and Safer Recruitment Statement The Kingston Educational Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and undergo appropriate checks, including enhanced DBS checks (with a barred list check for regulated activity), checks with past employers and eligibility to work in the UK. Identity and qualification documents will be checked prior to any offer being made. Equal Opportunities At The Kingston Educational Trust we believe that diversity enriches our school community and enhances the educational experience for all. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment that respects and celebrates the unique background, perspectives, and talents of our staff and students. We welcome applicants from all walks of life and are dedicated to providing equal opportunities for everyone. Join us in fostering a culture of diversity and inclusion where every individual is valued and empowered to thrive. We look forward to receiving your application.
Feb 24, 2026
Full time
About this Role Thank you for your interest in the role of Head of Estates within Kingston Educational Trust. As our Trust continues to grow and mature, we are delighted to invite applications from ambitious and values-driven professionals who are excited by the opportunity to shape and support outstanding educational environments across our family of schools Our distinctive Trust composition places us in a unique position to develop, grow and support our staff, while ensuring that our schools benefit from high-quality central expertise and strategic leadership. The Head of Estates role is pivotal to this ambition, helping to create safe, inspiring and well-maintained environments in which pupils and staff can thrive. Kingston Educational Trust was established to deliver exceptional education for the communities we serve, building on the success and strong foundations of The Kingston Academy, which opened in September 2015 through a unique partnership between Kingston University, Kingston College and the Royal Borough of Kingston upon Thames. These organisations continue to form our Trust membership today and underpin our collaborative, civic-minded ethos. This is an exciting time to develop your career with Kingston Educational Trust as we continue on our journey of excellence. For further details about the role, please refer to the information contained within our Job Packs, including opportunities to visit our schools in person. We would be delighted to meet you. Head of Estates This is a senior strategic leadership position with Trust-wide responsibility. As Head of Estates, you will play a central role in strengthening and extending our operational capacity as we continue on our journey of excellence. You will: Lead and shape the Trust-wide estates strategy Oversee asset management planning and capital investment Manage major refurbishment and condition improvement projects Ensure robust statutory compliance and health & safety Lead and line-manage Facilities Managers Provide assurance to senior leaders and Trustees Embed a culture of professionalism, accountability and continuous improvement. Who We Are Looking For: The successful candidate will be: An experienced senior estates professional Proven in leading estates or facilities functions across complex, multi-site organisations A confident and visible leader Collaborative and service-oriented Committed to high standards and continuous improvement An excellent communicator with strong governance awareness Most importantly, you will understand that exceptional learning environments are fundamental to exceptional education. Benefits of working at The Kingston Educational Trust: Generous pay-scales, regularly paying 1% higher than National Support Staff Pay Scales Access to subsidised Cycle to Work scheme Weekly Professional Development sessions at whole-school and departmental level Staff Laptop or Chromebook Flexible working arrangements may be considered on request Access to the Employees Assistance Programme, subsidised eye test and flu vaccinations Work in a vibrant, supportive school environment where staff wellbeing is prioritised. More details on the job description and person specification are provided in the candidate information pack. Application Process Applicants should complete an application which can be accessed via the school website. Shortlisted applicants will be invited for an assessment day. Visits can be arranged by contacting Emily Kyprianou, Assistant to our Executive Director and can be organised by arrangement during Week Beginning 23rd February. Interview Procedure Our selection procedure will aim to identify with rigour whether the candidate fulfils the requirements of the post and will include the consideration of the candidate's suitability to work with children and young people. The process will include: Designated tasks during an Assessment Day Presentation and interview with Executive Director, Senior Staff and Trustees Early applications are welcome, and we reserve the right to appoint before the closing date if we find a suitable candidate. Closing Date for Applications: 9.00 am , Friday 27th February 2026. Interview Date: To be confirmed. Safeguarding and Safer Recruitment Statement The Kingston Educational Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and undergo appropriate checks, including enhanced DBS checks (with a barred list check for regulated activity), checks with past employers and eligibility to work in the UK. Identity and qualification documents will be checked prior to any offer being made. Equal Opportunities At The Kingston Educational Trust we believe that diversity enriches our school community and enhances the educational experience for all. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment that respects and celebrates the unique background, perspectives, and talents of our staff and students. We welcome applicants from all walks of life and are dedicated to providing equal opportunities for everyone. Join us in fostering a culture of diversity and inclusion where every individual is valued and empowered to thrive. We look forward to receiving your application.
Are you interested in becoming a Joint Venture Partner at Vision Express, part of Essilor Luxottica, a global leader in the design, manufacture and distribution of ophthalmic lenses, frames and sunglasses? Our Westwood Cross store in Broadstairs , Kent is currently looking for its next Joint Venture Partner. This store could be available as a full or partial investment depending on your situation. The store comprises of 2 testing rooms and is due to expand to 3 and has a small team of 6 employed retail colleagues including an Assistant Store Manager and Dispensing Optician. As a Joint Venture Partner at Vision Express, you'll become a shareholder in your store. You will lead the culture of your store, have access to our Essilor Luxottica product range and support services and you will have the opportunity to make a difference to customers as a custodian of the Vision Express brand. To be successful in this application process, you must have financial capital to invest in a store purchase and be able to develop a clear business plan to ensure that you will receive a return on your investment. Benefits •Profit share based on store performance •Central support from our Stores Support Centre •Field support from a dedicated Business Operations Manager •Private medical cover for you and your family •Free eyewear and benefits for your friends and family •Employee Assistance Program offering confidential support for your wellbeing •Opportunities to get involved in the OneSight EssilorLuxottica Foundation Some attributes you might have: •Experience of managing an optical business. •Strong business acumen and financial understanding. •Passion for eyecare and the Vision Express brand. •Excellent communication skills with customers and colleagues. •Ability to remain delivery focused throughout challenging times. •Leading, selecting and developing your own team, with support from our HR business partners. •Displaying a positive attitude that has influenced others to commit to a cause. •Being customer obsessed and fostering a culture of exceptional customer service. Why Vision Express? Working at Vision Express, you will be part of something bigger. With over 550 stores across the UK and Ireland, you will have the opportunity to share knowledge, elevate your career and reach your potential. Together, we believe that we're made stronger by our differences, so diversity and inclusion are key ingredients to our success, and we believe that striving for a culture of mutual trust enables us to reach our goals and achieve results.
Feb 24, 2026
Full time
Are you interested in becoming a Joint Venture Partner at Vision Express, part of Essilor Luxottica, a global leader in the design, manufacture and distribution of ophthalmic lenses, frames and sunglasses? Our Westwood Cross store in Broadstairs , Kent is currently looking for its next Joint Venture Partner. This store could be available as a full or partial investment depending on your situation. The store comprises of 2 testing rooms and is due to expand to 3 and has a small team of 6 employed retail colleagues including an Assistant Store Manager and Dispensing Optician. As a Joint Venture Partner at Vision Express, you'll become a shareholder in your store. You will lead the culture of your store, have access to our Essilor Luxottica product range and support services and you will have the opportunity to make a difference to customers as a custodian of the Vision Express brand. To be successful in this application process, you must have financial capital to invest in a store purchase and be able to develop a clear business plan to ensure that you will receive a return on your investment. Benefits •Profit share based on store performance •Central support from our Stores Support Centre •Field support from a dedicated Business Operations Manager •Private medical cover for you and your family •Free eyewear and benefits for your friends and family •Employee Assistance Program offering confidential support for your wellbeing •Opportunities to get involved in the OneSight EssilorLuxottica Foundation Some attributes you might have: •Experience of managing an optical business. •Strong business acumen and financial understanding. •Passion for eyecare and the Vision Express brand. •Excellent communication skills with customers and colleagues. •Ability to remain delivery focused throughout challenging times. •Leading, selecting and developing your own team, with support from our HR business partners. •Displaying a positive attitude that has influenced others to commit to a cause. •Being customer obsessed and fostering a culture of exceptional customer service. Why Vision Express? Working at Vision Express, you will be part of something bigger. With over 550 stores across the UK and Ireland, you will have the opportunity to share knowledge, elevate your career and reach your potential. Together, we believe that we're made stronger by our differences, so diversity and inclusion are key ingredients to our success, and we believe that striving for a culture of mutual trust enables us to reach our goals and achieve results.
As a Joint Venture Partner at Vision Express, you'll become a shareholder in our business, where you'll be responsible for the day-to-day running of a Vision Express store, including the sales, customer service and staff management. You'll get a real scope to put your passion into practice and be fully rewarded for the difference that you can make, all with the backing of an established, trusted brand. Your passion for optics will support our ambition to 'Create Joy in Vision' for our customers maximising their lifestyle through appropriate eyecare and eyewear solutions. About us We are Vision Express - with over 600 stores across the UK and Ireland, we have something for everyone. Whether you want to work in a busy city centre flagship, a smaller village store or in one of our coastal locations, we're sure we will have the perfect solution for you! Did you know, we are also part of the EssilorLuxottica family? EssilorLuxottica are the global leaders in the design, manufacture and distribution of lenses, frames and sunglasses! We are home to the most loved and widely-recognized vision care and eyewear brands in the world. Their priority eyewear brand include Ray-Ban, Oakley, Costa, Vogue Eyewear, Persol and Oliver Peoples, complemented by over 20 prestigious licensed brands. To be successful in the role, here are a few things we will look for: Be passionate about eyecare and our brand - This is essential, as you'll be responsible for providing high-quality eyecare for your customers Have a strong business acumen - You'll need to be able to manage the store effectively and make financial decisions Great communication at all levels with the ability to build rapport with both customers and colleagues Be a team player - you're part of a larger Vision Express team to, so you'll need to work effectively with others Be adaptable - the optical industry is constantly changing and is fast-paced, so you'll need to be able to adapt to these changes and work well under pressure and be able to handle challenging situations Be committed to excellence - you'll have the passion, drive, and enthusiasm to be the best and provide the best service to your customers, but also, your colleagues. What's on offer? Building a Financial Asset - hard work goes into building a financial asset, this is your chance to maximise a future sell on value once the business is established Financial Benefit - As a Partner, you'll have a stable income with a competitive salary in line with your role as a partner as well the benefits from taking home dividends. Support Office Team - Support from a wide range of HR Teams such as; Talent Acquisition, Payroll, Training, HR Business Partners and wider departments; Finance, IT, Marketing, Legal, JV Operations Team & Property. Business Operations Manager - You'll have a dedicated field Operations Manager on hand to support every store within the region vis phone, F2F or email. As a partner, you're entitled to all of the above as well as the JV Director Package which includes; A competitive salary Private medical cover for you and your family Life assurance 18x your salary Income protection Auto-enrolment pension Free eyewear annually with eligibility from day one of joining us! Opportunities to get involved in the EssilorLuxottica One Sight Foundation Discounts for friends and family Employee Assistant Program offering confidential support and advice on everything from financial support to emotional support and everything in-between 33 days annual leave - increasing with your length of service, plus the opportunity to buy or sell holiday Flexible health related benefits, such as health cash plan, additional life cover, critical illness cover and dental cover Flexible lifestyle benefits such as Gymflex, Gourmet Society Cards, Taste Cards, Discounted Travel Insurance, Experience Days and even discounted bicycles through our cycle to work scheme And so much more!
Feb 24, 2026
Full time
As a Joint Venture Partner at Vision Express, you'll become a shareholder in our business, where you'll be responsible for the day-to-day running of a Vision Express store, including the sales, customer service and staff management. You'll get a real scope to put your passion into practice and be fully rewarded for the difference that you can make, all with the backing of an established, trusted brand. Your passion for optics will support our ambition to 'Create Joy in Vision' for our customers maximising their lifestyle through appropriate eyecare and eyewear solutions. About us We are Vision Express - with over 600 stores across the UK and Ireland, we have something for everyone. Whether you want to work in a busy city centre flagship, a smaller village store or in one of our coastal locations, we're sure we will have the perfect solution for you! Did you know, we are also part of the EssilorLuxottica family? EssilorLuxottica are the global leaders in the design, manufacture and distribution of lenses, frames and sunglasses! We are home to the most loved and widely-recognized vision care and eyewear brands in the world. Their priority eyewear brand include Ray-Ban, Oakley, Costa, Vogue Eyewear, Persol and Oliver Peoples, complemented by over 20 prestigious licensed brands. To be successful in the role, here are a few things we will look for: Be passionate about eyecare and our brand - This is essential, as you'll be responsible for providing high-quality eyecare for your customers Have a strong business acumen - You'll need to be able to manage the store effectively and make financial decisions Great communication at all levels with the ability to build rapport with both customers and colleagues Be a team player - you're part of a larger Vision Express team to, so you'll need to work effectively with others Be adaptable - the optical industry is constantly changing and is fast-paced, so you'll need to be able to adapt to these changes and work well under pressure and be able to handle challenging situations Be committed to excellence - you'll have the passion, drive, and enthusiasm to be the best and provide the best service to your customers, but also, your colleagues. What's on offer? Building a Financial Asset - hard work goes into building a financial asset, this is your chance to maximise a future sell on value once the business is established Financial Benefit - As a Partner, you'll have a stable income with a competitive salary in line with your role as a partner as well the benefits from taking home dividends. Support Office Team - Support from a wide range of HR Teams such as; Talent Acquisition, Payroll, Training, HR Business Partners and wider departments; Finance, IT, Marketing, Legal, JV Operations Team & Property. Business Operations Manager - You'll have a dedicated field Operations Manager on hand to support every store within the region vis phone, F2F or email. As a partner, you're entitled to all of the above as well as the JV Director Package which includes; A competitive salary Private medical cover for you and your family Life assurance 18x your salary Income protection Auto-enrolment pension Free eyewear annually with eligibility from day one of joining us! Opportunities to get involved in the EssilorLuxottica One Sight Foundation Discounts for friends and family Employee Assistant Program offering confidential support and advice on everything from financial support to emotional support and everything in-between 33 days annual leave - increasing with your length of service, plus the opportunity to buy or sell holiday Flexible health related benefits, such as health cash plan, additional life cover, critical illness cover and dental cover Flexible lifestyle benefits such as Gymflex, Gourmet Society Cards, Taste Cards, Discounted Travel Insurance, Experience Days and even discounted bicycles through our cycle to work scheme And so much more!
