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An established professional services firm is seeking a Tax Senior to join its growing Trusts & Estates team in Ipswich. This is an excellent opportunity for a part-qualified tax professional looking to develop their career within a specialist area of private client taxation. Working alongside experienced managers and partners, you will gain exposure to a varied portfolio of trusts, estates and private clients while building your technical expertise and client management skills. Responsibilities Assist with the management of a portfolio of trust and estate clients. Prepare trust and estate tax returns accurately and within deadlines. Support the delivery of tax advisory projects for private clients, trustees and executors. Liaise with clients and professional advisers to obtain information and resolve queries. Build and maintain strong client relationships through excellent service. Monitor work progress and ensure deadlines are met. Identify opportunities to improve processes and efficiencies within the team. Support junior team members and contribute to a collaborative working environment. Assist with business development initiatives and networking events where appropriate. Maintain up-to-date technical knowledge of trust and estate taxation. About You To be successful in this role, you will ideally have: Previous experience within a tax, trust or private client environment. An understanding of trust and estate taxation. ATT qualified, ATT studying, or qualified by experience. Strong organisational and time management skills. Excellent written and verbal communication abilities. The ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines. A proactive approach to learning and professional development. Strong attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality client service. What's on Offer Salary up to 35,000. Study support for professional qualifications where appropriate. Ongoing technical training and development. Clear career progression opportunities. A supportive and collaborative team environment. Competitive benefits package. Flexible working arrangements. Interested? If you are looking to build your career in private client tax and gain specialist experience in trusts and estates, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to find out more about this exciting opportunity in Ipswich.

Your new company Our client is a high-growth organisation operating within the leadership development and private equity space. Working with senior executives and leadership teams, they provide a unique platform that supports business leaders through periods of growth, transformation and investment. Due to continued expansion, they are seeking a Business Development Manager to join their London-based team. Your new role As a Business Development Manager, you will be responsible for managing the full sales cycle, from initial engagement through to conversion. This is a relationship-led consultative sales role where you will work closely with senior stakeholders, building long-term partnerships and developing business opportunities.Key responsibilities include: Managing inbound and marketing-generated leads through the sales process Conducting discovery calls and qualifying opportunities Generating new business through targeted outreach campaigns Building relationships with senior executives and business leaders Using LinkedIn and other channels to identify and engage prospective clients Attending networking and industry events to develop opportunities and build relationships Maintaining accurate pipeline information and CRM records Identifying opportunities to expand existing client relationships and increase revenue What you'll need to succeed 2-5 years' experience within a B2B sales or business development environment Proven ability to manage a sales pipeline and deliver against targets Strong communication and relationship-building skills Experience engaging with senior stakeholders and decision-makers A proactive, driven and commercially focused approach Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail Confidence using LinkedIn and digital outreach methods to generate opportunities Experience within professional services, membership organisations, learning and development, executive networks or consultative sales environments would be advantageous but is not essential. What you'll get in return Competitive basic salary with uncapped commission structure Exposure to senior business leaders across a wide range of sectors Clear progression opportunities within a growing organisation High levels of ownership and autonomy Supportive and collaborative team environment Ongoing professional development and training What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this opportunity, click 'Apply Now' to submit your CV, or contact Hays for a confidential discussion. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)

We are a well-established Global business based in Woking who are now recruiting for a Business Development Executive to join our existing team. You will assist the Bid Managers and Sales Managers with proactive sales and research, sales administration and creative marketing tasks. We offer hybrid working, Monday to Friday with 2 days from home. You will receive a basic salary up to £35k dependant on experience, with a generous bonus and OTE around £45k pending on basic offered. Our benefits include; 20 days annual leave (increasing annually up to 30 days) plus the bank holidays and complimentary Christmas shutdown days, free parking, healthcare, pension scheme and life insurance. The Business Development Executive role would suit candidates with proven experience in a similar role selling in B2B environments with strong customer service skills, good attention to detail and the ability to communicate effectively with management and external stakeholders of all levels. You will have excellent copywriting, content creation and experience creating draft proposals to bring to market, as well as strong interpersonal, organisational and administration skills. You will be PC literate including experience using PowerPoint, Word and Excel to intermediate level. Working in a team of four, the Business Development Executive will report into the Senior Bid Manager with the main responsibilities inducing: • Find and attract potential clients who require our services. • Search for clients on social media and company directories and establish which companies require our services. • Cleanse existing target lists, create and maintain new target lists, keep CRM clean, tidy and updated daily. • Identify new opportunities through open-source procurement sites and portals. • Assist Bid and Sales teams with administration of Bid Library and coordination of marketing campaigns. • Communicate with potential clients to identify client needs, gaps in current services and areas for improvement to identify value adding criteria. • Liaise with potential clients to ascertain tender dates and establish progressive lines of communication, the objective of which is to facilitate B2B meetings. • Gather feedback from potential client interactions and relay it to management to improve campaign effectiveness. • Provide insights and suggestions for optimizing marketing campaigns. • Conducting market research of competitors to identify their service offerings and unique selling points. • Provide analysis on the effectiveness of marketing strategies and engagement. To be successful for the Business Development Executive role you will have proven experience selling in a B2B environment, proven track record of working to sales targets and making cold and warm calls. You will have experience presenting to clients and closing a sale. Therefore, you will need to be confident communicator, capable of building strong and lasting relationships with strong customer service skills. You will need to have excellent copywriting, content creation and experience creating draft proposals, strong interpersonal and organisational skills, and good admin and PC skills. In return we offer a basic salary up to £35k dependant on experience, with a generous bonus, 20 days annual leave (increasing annually up to 30 days) plus the bank holidays and complimentary Christmas shutdown days, free parking, healthcare, pension scheme and life insurance. Please send your CV for immediate consideration.

Strategic Property & Sustainability Manager Location: Stoke-On-Trent - Hybrid Day Rate: Negotiable depending on experience Full-time hours - Monday - Friday - The client would consider 4 days About the Role Sellick Partnership Ltd are are assisting a housing association who are looking for an experienced Strategic Property & Sustainability Manager to lead the delivery of the Group's strategic approach to property and asset management, supporting the objectives of our Asset Management Strategy. This is a key management role with responsibility for ensuring our property portfolio is effectively managed, financially sustainable, compliant and aligned with the Group's wider strategic objectives. You will lead on strategic property projects, asset management initiatives, sustainability activity and portfolio decisions, while providing expert advice to senior leaders and building strong relationships with customers, partners, regulators and funding organisations. Key Responsibilities As Strategic Property & Sustainability Manager, you will: Lead and deliver strategic property and asset management projects using industry best practice. Manage leasehold and shared ownership matters, including customer enquiries, staircasing, Right to Acquire sales and extra care buy-backs. Lead processes relating to the acquisition, disposal and rationalisation of the Group's property portfolio. Provide expert advice and guidance to senior managers, members and colleagues on strategic property and asset management matters. Deliver the Group's Sustainability Plan, including overseeing activity relating to EPC data collection and asset performance. Liaise with Homes England regarding applications for recycled grant funding. Complete relevant regulatory returns and ensure accurate and timely reporting. Support the development and implementation of property-related policies and procedures. Identify opportunities to improve performance, efficiency and value for money across the Group's property assets. Leadership & Management As a manager within the Group, you will play an important role in supporting strategic goals and creating a high-performing, collaborative culture. You will be expected to: Support the Head of Growth and wider leadership team in delivering strategic objectives. Demonstrate and embed the Group's values through your leadership and decision-making. Lead, motivate and develop colleagues, adopting a positive coaching approach. Promote effective teamwork and remove organisational silos. Allocate resources effectively and ensure value for money. Encourage a culture of continuous improvement and high performance. Ensure the Group operates to high professional, ethical and regulatory standards. Maintain compliance with relevant legislative, regulatory, constitutional and financial requirements. External Relationships You will develop and maintain effective relationships with a range of external stakeholders, including: Homes England and other funding bodies Local authorities Registered providers and housing organisations Regulators Professional and industry networks Other strategic partners and organisations You will represent the Group professionally and help strengthen its reputation and relationships locally, regionally and nationally. About You We are looking for an experienced property or asset management professional who can operate confidently at a strategic level and bring strong knowledge of the housing sector. You will ideally have: Strong knowledge and understanding of strategic property and asset management. Significant experience working within a housing, development or property environment. Experience delivering strategic projects and developing or implementing policies. Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to work accurately and effectively under pressure. A proven ability to manage competing priorities and deliver against deadlines. Excellent communication and influencing skills, with the confidence to communicate complex or challenging information to senior stakeholders. If you feel well-suited to the role, please apply or for further information, contact Josh Meek at Sellick Partnership Ltd, Derby office Sellick Partnership is proud to be an inclusive and accessible recruitment business and we support applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances. Please note, our advertisements use years' experience, hourly rates, and salary levels purely as a guide and we assess applications based on the experience and skills evidenced on the CV. For information on how your personal details may be used by Sellick Partnership, please review our data processing notice on our website.

An fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced and strategically minded Head of IT and Digital, to lead an IT Team in what will be multi-year transformation programme within a large, complex organisation. This will be an interim role, expected to be initially contracted for 9 to 12 months, with a range of challenges, but boiling down to supporting an organisation to work their way through an enterprise-wide transformation programme. The work will affect the organisational structure, ways of working and IT estate. Our client is looking for a very specific profile fit for this role, so please review the details below! Role: Head of IT and Digital Duration: TBC - expected to be 9-12 months Rate: TBC Status: Inside IR35 Location: Warwick Working Practice: 3-5 days per week onsite, dependent on requirements Key Responsibilities Provide strategic leadership for IT, digital and data services Lead the development and execution of a defined transformation programme, delivering against agreed outcomes, timelines and benefits Orchestrate complex organisational change, aligning technology, people, processes and governance Ensure cyber resilience, robust data governance and secure service delivery Oversee teams responsible for IT operations, architecture, applications, infrastructure and service delivery Manage significant revenue budgets and capital investment aligned to transformation objectives Build effective relationships across senior leadership, partners and delivery stakeholders Essential Criteria - Candidate Profile: Proven history in Head of IT / Data or IT Director level roles (not Programme Management as a Programme Manager will be appointed separately) Demonstrable experience across both public and private sector environments Proven track record of leading and directing major organisational transformation programmes, such as M&A activity, Multi-site / multi-organisation outsourcing or insourcing Proven capability in orchestrating complex, enterprise-wide change programmes Strong commercial, financial and strategic capability (Budget management of around 20-30million) Experience leading geographically dispersed, multi-disciplinary teams Outstanding communication, influencing and stakeholder management skills, with credibility at executive and board level Able to communicate the technical challenges in IT, to non-technical stakeholders

Call Centre Manager Location: South Manchester Salary: 65000 - 77000 per annum + Bonus Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent About the Role We are seeking an experienced and driven Call Centre Manager to lead our customer operations team and deliver an outstanding customer experience. This is an exciting opportunity for a results-oriented leader with a strong background in contact centre management. You will be responsible for overseeing day-to-day operations, driving performance, developing managers and team leaders, and ensuring service excellence across all customer interactions. The successful candidate will have a passion for people leadership, operational efficiency, and continuous improvement. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage the overall performance of the contact centre operation. Develop, coach, and support Team Leaders and frontline advisors. Drive achievement of key performance indicators including service levels, quality, productivity, customer satisfaction, and employee engagement. Monitor and analyse operational performance data to identify trends and improvement opportunities. Manage workforce planning to ensure effective resource allocation and service delivery. Oversee recruitment, onboarding, training, and retention initiatives. Handle escalated customer issues and support effective complaint resolution. Ensure compliance with company policies, industry regulations, and data protection requirements. Build and maintain a positive, high-performing, customer-focused culture. Collaborate with senior leadership to implement strategic objectives and operational improvements. Manage departmental budgets and ensure cost-effective operations. Lead continuous improvement projects to enhance customer and employee experiences. About You To succeed in this role, you will have: Essential Previous experience as a Call Centre Manager, Contact Centre Manager, Operations Manager, or similar leadership role. Proven experience managing large customer service teams. Strong understanding of contact centre KPIs and performance management. Excellent leadership, coaching, and people development skills. Experience driving employee engagement and creating high-performing teams. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills. Experience using CRM and contact centre management systems. Strong organisational and planning capabilities. Desirable Experience managing hybrid or multi-site teams. Customer service or leadership qualifications. Experience within regulated industries. Knowledge of workforce management and quality assurance processes.

Commercial Manager Defence Technology Sector Location: Hybrid / Office-Based Salary: Competitive + Comprehensive Benefits Package We're partnering with an innovative and rapidly growing defence technology organisation seeking an experienced Commercial Manager to play a pivotal role in supporting the company's next phase of growth. This is an opportunity to join a high-performing team delivering cutting-edge capabilities to defence and government customers. The successful candidate will take ownership of commercial strategy and contract management across a diverse portfolio of programmes, helping to shape business growth while ensuring robust governance, risk management, and commercial excellence. The Opportunity As Commercial Manager, you will provide commercial leadership throughout the full programme lifecycle, from early-stage opportunity assessment and bid support through to contract delivery and close-out. Working closely with senior leadership, programme teams, customers, and supply chain partners, you will ensure commercial decisions support strategic objectives while balancing risk, compliance, and long-term value creation. This role offers significant scope to influence business processes, drive continuous improvement, and help establish scalable commercial frameworks within a fast-paced and evolving environment. Key responsibilities will include: Leading commercial and contractual activities across multiple programmes and business opportunities. Supporting bid and proposal activities, ensuring commercial strategies align with business objectives. Managing customer contracts and supplier agreements, including negotiation and contract administration. Providing commercial guidance to project and operational teams throughout programme execution. Identifying, assessing, and managing commercial risks and opportunities. Ensuring compliance with defence industry regulations, contractual obligations, and internal governance requirements. Supporting financial oversight, forecasting, and reporting activities. Developing strong supplier relationships and driving supply chain performance. Contributing to the development of commercial policies, processes, and best-practice frameworks. Providing commercial insight to support strategic decision-making and sustainable business growth. About You We're looking for a commercially astute professional who combines strong contractual expertise with excellent stakeholder management skills. Essential Experience & Qualifications Degree-qualified or able to demonstrate equivalent professional experience. Proven commercial management experience within the defence, aerospace, security, or highly regulated technology sectors. Strong understanding of contract management, commercial governance, and regulatory compliance. Experience negotiating and managing complex customer and supplier agreements. Sound financial and commercial acumen, including risk management and performance reporting. Excellent communication and influencing skills with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels. Strong organisational capability and the ability to manage competing priorities in a dynamic environment. Desirable Experience developing innovative commercial models and solutions. Exposure to matrix or project-based organisations. Knowledge of programme and project delivery methodologies. Familiarity with government or defence procurement environments.

Would you like to continue your career in a supportive, collaborative and innovative company? Do you enjoy working as part of an enthusiastic, passionate, and collaborative team? Join our Communications team The story of Softcat is one driven by an unprecedented 'people-first' culture that celebrates talent, champions potential and delivers customer-centric technology solutions that support business ambitions. As such, employee engagement, high knowledge share, productivity and creative collaboration sit at the heart of what will drive future growth and both employee and customer satisfaction. Success. The Softcat Way. Softcat is a £1billion+ technology solutions business and trusted partner to names like Apple, Microsoft, and Adobe. Offering a growing portfolio of services including software licensing, cyber security, and IT infrastructure, we give our technical teams the tools and support to make exciting things happen. This is where to achieve more for your career. Lead our Communications team This is a senior role responsible for leading the strategy, planning, and delivery of internal and external communications. This role plays a critical part in shaping company-wide messaging, protecting and evolving brand voice, and ensuring communications activity drives measurable impact. As a Communications Manager, you will be a senior member of Softcat's Marketing department, with responsibility across all areas of communications. You will work closely with senior stakeholders across the business, providing expert guidance and owning the end-to-end delivery of high-impact communications initiatives. As Communications Manager, you'll be responsible for: Deliver and drive the communications strategy, ensuring alignment with wider business and marketing objectives. Lead the planning and execution of integrated internal and external communications campaigns, from concept through to delivery and evaluation. Act as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders, providing guidance on messaging, tone of voice, positioning, and communications approach. Oversee the creation of high-quality content across all channels, ensuring consistency, clarity, and alignment with brand and business priorities. Monitor, analyse, and report on communications performance, using data and insights to optimise strategy and demonstrate impact. Manage and prioritise complex communications requests, taking ownership of high-profile or business-critical activity. Manage and prioritise complex communications requests, taking ownership of high-profile or business-critical activity. Act as leadership within the Communications team, supporting best practices and contributing to overall team performance with line management responsibility. Stay up to date with industry trends and best practices, using insights to inform communications strategy and recommend improvements. We'd love you to have Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to tailor messaging and influence and engage senior stakeholders. Significant experience in communications, PR, or marketing roles, with a proven track record of delivering strategic communications initiatives in a fast-paced environment. Strong expertise in content strategy, messaging development, and multi-channel communications delivery. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Teams, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel. Deep understanding of digital communication tools, social media platforms, and performance measurement. Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret data and translate insights into actionable improvements. Excellent organisational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple complex priorities . Experience in leading high-performing teams. A bility to work autonomously, take ownership, and operate with a high degree of accountability We also acknowledge that the confidence gap and imposter syndrome are a real thing and can get in the way of us meeting fantastic talent, so please don't hesitate to apply - we would love to hear from you! Work in a way that works for you We recognise that everyone is different and that the way in which people want to work and deliver at their best is different for everyone too. In this role, we can offer the following flexible working patterns: Hybrid working - 3 days in the office and 2 days working from home Working flexible hours - flexing the times you start and finish during the day Flexibility around school pick up and drop offs Working with us Wherever you work, we want you to experience the freedom and autonomy to realise your potential. You will feel supported by a team that celebrates individuality, encourages different perspectives, and embraces every background. Join us To become part of the success story, please apply now. If you have a disability or neurodiversity, we can provide support or adjustments that you may need throughout our recruitment process or any mitigating circumstance you wish for us to consider. Any information you share on your application will be treated in confidence. You can find out more about life at Softcat and our commitments to diversity and inclusion at Here at Softcat, we don't prohibit the use of AI (artificial intelligence) in our application process, as we understand how far it can go to creating a truly equitable candidate experience. That being said, as a culture-driven organisation, we believe that the genuine essence of each person is what truly matters, so we highly encourage you to be as authentically you as possible when submitting your application to showcase your true and whole self.

POSITION TITLE: Commercial Executive REPORTS TO: Senior Commercial Manager KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Commercial Support Support the management of customer and supplier relationships. Assist in the delivery of sales, margin and profitability targets. Prepare reports, analysis and performance data to support decision making. Maintain accurate commercial records, pricing and contractual information. Trading & Performance Management Monitor daily trading performance and identify risks and opportunities. Support forecasting, budgeting and stock planning activities. Assist with pricing reviews and commercial analysis. Ensure timely communication of market and customer updates. Customer & Supplier Engagement Build positive working relationships with customers, suppliers and internal stakeholders. Support customer meetings, supplier reviews and commercial negotiations. Resolve routine queries and issues in a timely manner. Maintain high levels of customer service and responsiveness. Operational Collaboration Work closely with Procurement, Sales, Operations, Technical and Logistics teams. Support the smooth execution of customer and supplier programmes. Ensure information is communicated accurately and efficiently across the business. Assist with continuous improvement initiatives and project work. Personal Development Develop commercial, negotiation and relationship management skills. Build understanding of the produce market, supply chain and customer landscape. Take ownership of agreed objectives and development plans. Demonstrate a proactive and solutions-focused approach. EXPERIENCE Experience in a commercial, buying, sales or account management role desirable. Strong analytical and numerical skills. Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities. Good organisational skills with strong attention to detail. Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment. Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel. Ambitious, proactive and keen to develop a commercial career.

Your new company Well-established organisation with a project focused on effective talent acquisition. Work Pattern Full-time, Monday to Friday (flexi-hours) Hybrid 2/3 days a week Based in BS16 Duration: September 2026 to March 2027 Your new role Manage end-to-end recruitment processes across the organisation Provide expert advice and guidance to hiring managers and HR colleagues Support critical or high-risk vacancies with proactive solutions Administer recruitment activity using the applicant tracking system Build strong relationships with stakeholders, including senior management Support delivery of recruitment and resourcing projects Coordinate, review and standardise job descriptions across the business Upload and maintain job descriptions within internal systems Contribute to process improvements and development of training materials What you'll need to succeed Experience within a customer-focused HR or recruitment environment Strong understanding of recruitment processes and best practice Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail Ability to deliver high-quality customer service and manage competing priorities Experience using recruitment systems and MS Office Strong stakeholder management and relationship-building skills Experience supporting projects and implementing new processes Minimum of 3 years' experience in HR, recruitment, business support or similar What you'll get in return Competitive hourly rate with holiday pay uplift Potential opportunity for a perm position Opportunity to gain valuable HR experience Exposure to end-to-end recruitment and project work Supportive and collaborative team environment What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)

Business Systems Project Manager Salary: Grade H Salary £47,181 to £52,413 per annum Location: Ripley HQ Hours : 37 hours per week, however you may occasionally need to work beyond normal office hours. Closing date: midnight 01/09/2026 About Us: At Derbyshire Fire & Rescue Service, we re more than an emergency service we re a team of over 900 dedicated people working together to make Derbyshire safer every day. Whether it s responding to emergencies, preventing incidents before they happen, or supporting our frontline teams behind the scenes, every role here makes a real difference. We re proud to be one of the country s top-performing fire and rescue services, recently rated Good in 9 out of 11 areas by His Majesty s Inspectorate of Constabulary and Fire & Rescue Services (HMICFRS). This recognition reflects the professionalism, progress, and dedication of our people. We continue to strive to be an outstanding Service and we know we have more to do. About the Role: Derbyshire Fire & Rescue Service is seeking a highly motivated Business Systems Project Manager to lead the successful delivery of critical business systems projects across the organisation. This is an exciting opportunity to drive digital transformation, improve organisational efficiency and help ensure our people have the systems and information they need to deliver vital services to our communities. Working within the Corporate Systems team, you will manage the full lifecycle of business systems projects, from initial concept and business case development through to implementation, training, support and continuous improvement. As Business Systems Project Manager, you will lead a portfolio of projects involving the introduction, upgrade, replacement and integration of business-critical systems. You will work closely with senior leaders, operational and support departments, technical specialists and third-party suppliers to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget and aligned to organisational objectives. There may be a requirement for some travel for which a pool car will be provided. Please see the attached Job Description/ Person Specification for more information about this exciting role. Required Qualifications and Experience: To be successful in this role, you will bring the following qualifications and experience: Educated to degree level in computing or related subject or equivalent demonstrable experience and training relevant to the role Appropriate project management qualification (e.g. PRINCE2 Foundation and Practitioner level) or equivalent demonstrable experience What We Offer in Return: Flexible working hours. Agile working (60% office based). Family friendly policies. Annual Leave entitlement of 28 days, increasing to 33 days after 5 years service. (Support only). Free, secure on-site car parking. Health & wellbeing services, including free access to gyms at Derbyshire Fire & Rescue Service locations. Employee discount scheme (Boost) and eligibility to apply for Blue Light Card. Employee support networks. Enhanced Maternity Pay (subject to meeting eligibility criteria). Occupational Sick Pay subject to length of service, increasing up to 6 months full & 6 months half after 5 years service. (Support only) Ongoing training and development opportunities. Eligibility to join the Local Government Pension Scheme Scheme with generous employer contributions. Eligibility to join Additional Voluntary Contributions (AVC) offering highly beneficial tax advantages. (Support and Control only) The post holder will be required to provide formal cover on the Recall to Duty Scheme. How to Apply: We are a Disability Confident employer committed to equality and fairness at work. Applications are encouraged from all diverse communities. Under the Disability Confident scheme, we will offer an interview to a fair and proportionate number of applicants with a disability that meet the essential criteria for the role. Derbyshire Fire and Rescue Service s recruitment and selection procedures reflect our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Adults, Children and Young People. All staff are expected to share this commitment. Please note if the role will be based at HQ and JTC at Ripley successful applicants will need to undertake Police Security Vetting procedures at the appropriate level. All other non-HQ roles will be required complete a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check at the appropriate level. Some roles require both Police Security Vetting and a DBS check. Police security vetting procedures at the appropriate level will be requested for the successful applicant. Please note that, due to the nature of security checks undertaken, applicants must have 3 years continuous residency in the UK up to the date of the application and Home Office approval for indefinite leave to remain within the UK. The closing date for completed applications is midnight on Tuesday 1st September 2026 First Interviews will be held via Microsoft Teams on Friday 11th September Second interviews and Job Related Tests will be held on Wednesday 16th / Thursday 17th September.

HR Advisor / Junior HR Business Partner Southend 40,000 Hybrid working - 3 days office, 2 days home Are you an experienced HR Advisor ready to take the next step into business partnering? This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing organisation in a developmental Junior HR Business Partner role. You'll work closely with managers, build your commercial understanding and gain broader exposure across the full people agenda. You won't simply be there to manage processes. You'll be encouraged to offer ideas, challenge constructively and help managers make confident people decisions. The role Working as part of a supportive HR team, you'll partner with managers across the business and provide practical, commercially focused advice. Your responsibilities will include: Coaching managers through employee relations matters, including absence, disciplinary, grievance and performance cases Building strong relationships with managers and becoming a trusted point of contact Supporting organisational change and workforce planning Using people data to identify trends and recommend improvements Contributing to engagement, reward and wider people initiatives Supporting HR projects that improve both the employee and manager experience Helping to strengthen HR processes, policies and ways of working About you You may currently be an HR Advisor looking for your first opportunity to move into business partnering, or already working at Junior HR Business Partner level and seeking broader exposure. You'll ideally bring: Strong generalist HR and employee relations experience A sound understanding of UK employment law Confidence advising and influencing managers The ability to build credible relationships across a business Experience working with HR systems and people data A proactive, curious and solutions-focused approach This role will suit someone who wants to understand how a business operates, not just deliver transactional HR support. You'll be comfortable asking questions, offering a different perspective and taking ownership of your development. What's on offer Salary of 40,000 Hybrid working: three days in the Southend office and two days from home A genuine opportunity to progress from HR Advisor into business partnering Exposure to senior stakeholders and strategic people projects A varied role covering the full employee lifecycle Support from an experienced and collaborative HR team Scope to develop into a fully-fledged HR Business Partner If you're ready to move beyond the traditional HR Advisor remit and build a long-term career in business partnering, we'd love to hear from you. About Us We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options. We are committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients. If you choose to apply, your information will be processed in accordance with the Nicholas Associates Group of companies Privacy Notice.

Restaurant Manager Luxury Hotel Hampshire Countryside Live-In Accommodation Available Full-Time Permanent We are currently recruiting for an experienced and passionate Restaurant Manager to lead the front-of-house team within an exceptional luxury countryside destination renowned for outstanding food, service and guest experiences. This is an exciting opportunity for a confident hospitality leader who thrives in a quality-driven environment and genuinely enjoys creating memorable experiences for guests whilst developing and inspiring a talented team. The operation has a strong focus on seasonality, sustainability, provenance and exceptional hospitality, making this an ideal role for someone who shares those values and wants to work within a business where quality is at the heart of everything they do. The Role As Restaurant Manager, you will take responsibility for the day-to-day operation of the restaurant, ensuring a smooth, efficient and highly guest-focused service. You will lead from the front, maintaining a visible presence throughout service whilst building strong relationships with both guests and colleagues. Key responsibilities will include: Leading and managing the restaurant team to deliver exceptional guest experiences Creating a smooth, efficient and consistently high-quality service Inspiring, motivating and developing team members to achieve the highest standards Building strong relationships with guests and ensuring a genuinely personalised experience Working closely with the Head Chef to maximise the overall food and dining experience Ensuring menus, service standards and operational procedures are delivered consistently Working closely with the wider Food & Beverage team to ensure seamless communication and collaboration Maintaining excellent standards of cleanliness, presentation, Health & Safety and compliance Supporting team performance through coaching, feedback and ongoing development Communicating operational performance, successes and areas of focus with the wider management team What We're Looking For Previous experience as a Restaurant Manager or Senior Restaurant Manager within a quality-led restaurant, luxury hotel or premium hospitality environment A genuine passion for food, hospitality and exceptional guest service A natural leader who leads by example and enjoys developing people Excellent attention to detail and strong organisational skills Confident managing busy services whilst remaining calm and professional Strong communication and interpersonal skills Someone who enjoys building genuine relationships with guests and colleagues A good understanding and appreciation of sustainability, provenance and seasonal produce A polished, engaging and professional approach What's On Offer Live-in accommodation available Generous tronc package Enhanced holiday allowance Private healthcare Employee Assistance Programme Life Assurance from day one Company sick pay Enhanced maternity and paternity pay Free meals on duty 50% discount on food and beverage 1,000 employee referral bonus Monthly employee recognition awards Annual staff events and celebrations Ongoing training and development Genuine career progression opportunities Additional employee discounts and wellbeing benefits Why Join? This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Restaurant Manager to join a truly quality-driven hospitality operation where food, sustainability, provenance and exceptional guest experiences are genuinely at the heart of the business. You'll have the opportunity to lead a talented front-of-house team, work closely with an exceptional kitchen brigade and play a key role in creating memorable dining experiences within a beautiful countryside setting. If you're an ambitious hospitality leader looking for an environment where you can make a real impact and continue to develop your career, we'd love to hear from you. Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.

The Accounts Payable Manager will oversee the accounts payable function, ensuring accurate and efficient processing of invoices and payments. This role in the business services industry is based in London and requires strong organisational skills and attention to detail. Client Details This opportunity is with a well-established organisation within the business services sector, recognised for its professionalism and expertise. The company operates as a medium-sized enterprise, offering a structured and supportive environment for its employees. Description Manage the accounts payable function, ensuring timely and accurate invoice processing. Supervise and support the accounts payable team to achieve departmental goals. Oversee payment runs and ensure compliance with company policies and procedures. Reconcile supplier statements and resolve any discrepancies promptly. Develop and maintain relationships with key suppliers and stakeholders. Ensure accurate record-keeping and assist with internal and external audits. Implement process improvements to enhance efficiency within the accounts payable function. Provide regular reports and updates to senior management as required. Profile A successful Accounts Payable Manager should have: Strong experience in managing accounts payable processes in a professional setting. Proficiency in relevant accounting software and tools. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. The ability to lead and motivate a team effectively. A good understanding of financial regulations and compliance requirements. A professional qualification in accounting or finance is preferred. Job Offer Competitive salary ranging from 50,000 to 60,000 per annum. Permanent role with opportunities for career development. Inclusive and professional company culture in the heart of London. Comprehensive benefits package to support your well-being. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled Accounts Payable Manager to make an impact in the business services industry. If you are looking to advance your career in London, we encourage you to apply today!

Your new company Our client is a long-established organisation responsible for supporting some of the UK's most important operational and infrastructure environments. Working across a large and geographically diverse estate, they provide critical services, manage complex facilities and deliver programmes that directly support national operational capability. With a strong focus on quality, governance and continuous improvement, the business is investing in its Information & Technology function to ensure services, programmes and suppliers are operating effectively, risks are managed appropriately and technology outcomes remain aligned with wider organisational objectives. This is a business where governance is viewed as a value-adding function rather than a compliance exercise. Your new role This is a newly created leadership role within the Information & Technology function, reporting directly to the Head of I&T. The organisation has invested heavily in strengthening its technology leadership team and is now looking for an experienced governance professional to establish greater consistency, visibility and control across the department. Governance processes exist today, but there is a clear opportunity to improve maturity, strengthen reporting and implement a framework that supports future growth and change. The successful candidate will take ownership of governance across the entire I&T function, covering operational services, architecture, projects, suppliers, risk, financial oversight and performance management. You'll be responsible for ensuring the right decisions are being made, the right controls are in place and senior leaders have clear visibility of performance across technology. This role offers genuine scope to shape the future operating model. The Head of I&T is looking for someone who can assess the current framework, identify areas for improvement and implement a governance structure that is robust, practical and scalable. Over time, you'll become the central point of coordination for governance, assurance, risk and performance reporting across the department. You'll work closely with senior stakeholders across the business, regularly engaging at leadership level and providing assurance that technology services, programmes and investments remain aligned to wider organisational objectives. Stakeholder engagement, influencing ability and the confidence to challenge constructively will be as important as technical governance knowledge. What you'll need to succeed Lead and continuously develop the I&T governance framework. Ensure governance processes, policies, standards and controls remain effective and fit for purpose. Produce executive-level reporting, dashboards, KPIs and performance insights. Oversee risk management, financial governance and benefits tracking activities. Coordinate governance forums, audits and senior leadership reporting. Lead operational reviews, supplier assurance activities and quality assessments. Drive lessons learned, continuous improvement and governance maturity initiatives. Manage and develop a team supporting governance, testing and coordination activities. Act as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders on governance, assurance and performance matters. What you'll get in return In addition to a competitive salary and car allowance, the successful candidate will receive a strong benefits package including an enhanced employer pension contribution, generous annual leave entitlement, life assurance, healthcare benefits and ongoing professional development support. This is an opportunity to join a well-established organisation where governance and assurance are highly visible functions, offering the chance to influence how technology services are governed, measured and improved across the wider business. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)

Quality & Governance Senior Radiographer Brighton Diagnostic & Treatment Centre Medical Imaging Partnership Lead quality. Champion patient safety. Shape the future of diagnostic imaging. Are you passionate about clinical excellence, patient safety and driving continuous improvement? We're looking for an experienced Senior Radiographer to become our Quality & Governance Senior Radiographer, leading quality assurance, clinical governance and patient safety across our Brighton Diagnostic & Treatment Centre and satellite sites. This is an exciting opportunity to move beyond day-to-day clinical practice and become the clinical quality expert within one of our flagship Community Diagnostic Centres. Working alongside our Centre Manager, radiologists and multidisciplinary teams, you'll help shape the way we deliver safe, effective and outstanding diagnostic services for every patient. Why join us? At Medical Imaging Partnership, we're committed to delivering exceptional diagnostic care through outstanding people, innovative technology and a culture of continuous improvement. This role offers the opportunity to: - Become the clinical governance lead for one of our flagship diagnostic centres. - Influence quality, governance and patient safety across multiple imaging modalities. - Lead clinical audits, quality improvement and service development initiatives. - Work closely with senior clinical leaders, radiologists and medical physics experts. - Develop and mentor the next generation of radiographers. - Help shape a culture where learning, safety and excellence are at the heart of everything we do. Our benefits We believe great people deserve great benefits, including: - Competitive salary. - Private healthcare. - Enhanced employer pension through salary sacrifice. - 35 days' annual leave (including bank holidays). - Enhanced maternity and paternity leave. - Life assurance. - Learning and development opportunities. - Support for continuing professional development. - Career progression within a growing national healthcare provider. The opportunity This is a unique role combining senior clinical practice with strategic leadership in quality and governance. You'll lead clinical governance, quality assurance, radiation safety and continuous improvement across MRI, CT, Ultrasound and X-ray services, ensuring compliance with national standards including IR(ME)R and IRR while supporting exceptional patient care. You'll also play a key role in patient safety, supporting incident investigations, learning responses, clinical audits and service improvement while helping to embed a positive culture of openness and continuous learning. What you'll be doing You'll: - Lead quality assurance and clinical governance across the centre. - Drive continuous improvement through clinical audit and service development. - Ensure compliance with IR(ME)R, IRR and CQC standards. - Support patient safety investigations and organisational learning. - Develop and review policies, SOPs and clinical protocols. - Work alongside Radiologists and Medical Physics Experts to optimise imaging practice. - Mentor, coach and support radiographers and students. - Promote a positive culture of learning, safety and clinical excellence. What success looks like Within your first 12 months, you'll have: - Strengthened governance and quality assurance across all imaging services. - Enhanced compliance with national regulatory standards. - Embedded a proactive patient safety and learning culture. - Delivered meaningful quality improvement initiatives. - Become a trusted clinical leader, supporting colleagues across the organisation. About you You're an experienced Senior Radiographer who combines excellent clinical practice with a passion for quality, governance and improving patient care. You'll bring: Essential - HCPC registration. - BSc (or equivalent) in Diagnostic Radiography. - Significant post-registration experience as a Senior Radiographer. - Experience contributing to clinical audit, quality assurance and governance. - Excellent communication and leadership skills. - Strong understanding of IR(ME)R, radiation safety and clinical governance. - The ability to analyse information and drive service improvements. We'd particularly love to hear from you if you have - Experience in a Community Diagnostic Centre or busy outpatient imaging service. - Postgraduate qualifications in Clinical Governance, Quality Management or Radiation Protection. - Experience leading quality improvement projects. - Cross-sectional imaging experience. - Experience mentoring and developing colleagues. Why Medical Imaging Partnership? We're one of the UK's leading independent diagnostic imaging providers, delivering high-quality MRI, CT, Ultrasound, X-ray and other diagnostic services across the UK. As we continue to grow, we're investing in our people, technology and quality. This role offers the opportunity to influence how diagnostic services are delivered while making a lasting impact on patient safety, clinical excellence and the development of our teams. If you're ready to take the next step in your career and become a clinical leader in quality and governance, we'd love to hear from you.

Elevate Projects are working in partnership with our client, a Wiltshire based housing provider, to appoint an experienced Planned Maintenance Quantity Surveyor / Contract Manager to support the successful delivery of its capital investment programme. This is a key role responsible for commercial management and contract administration across a range of planned maintenance and improvement works, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget and to a high standard of quality, whilst providing excellent value for money for residents. Typical programmes include: Kitchen and bathroom replacements Window and door renewal Roofing programmes External decoration Cyclical maintenance Energy efficiency improvements Retrofit and decarbonisation works Mechanical & Electrical upgrades Fire safety improvement works Key Responsibilities Manage the commercial delivery of planned maintenance contracts from procurement through to final account. Prepare cost estimates, budgets, tender documentation and financial reports. Undertake valuations, payment applications and variation assessments. Monitor contractor performance against cost, quality and programme. Administer contracts in accordance with JCT and NEC forms of contract. Review and challenge contractor costs to ensure value for money. Forecast programme expenditure and report on budgets. Carry out site inspections to monitor quality, progress and compliance. Work closely with Asset Management, Finance and Operational teams to deliver investment programmes. Manage contractor meetings and maintain positive stakeholder relationships. Ensure compliance with procurement regulations and organisational policies. Support the development of future investment programmes using stock condition data. Produce regular performance and financial reports for senior management.

We are seeking an Assistant Finance Business Partner (internally known as a Logistics Finance Analyst) to join our Logistics Finance Team based in Howden, East Yorkshire. Reporting to the Logistics Senior Finance Manager, you'll play a key role in supporting the financial performance of our logistics operation. Partnering with stakeholders across 11 cross docking distribution centres, you'll deliver financial reporting, analysis, budgeting and forecasting activities, providing valuable insight that helps drive informed business decisions and operational performance. Location Howden, East Yorkshire Contract Type Full-Time - Permanent Shift Monday to Friday, 37.5 Hours Hiring Manager Senior Finance Manager (Logistics) What will I be doing as an Assistant Finance Business Partner? Produce weekly management reports and periodic management accounts. Analyse financial performance, investigate variances and provide insight to stakeholders. Partner with stakeholders to support decision-making and financial performance. Support the annual budget-setting process and quarterly reforecasts. Assist with budget uploads, phasing and financial planning activities. Contribute to financial analysis that supports strategic business decisions and savings initiatives. Raise invoices, manage aged debt and support purchase order processes. Build strong relationships with finance and operational stakeholders across the business. Provide clear, accurate financial information to support operational and commercial decisions. Ensure compliance with financial controls and support audit requirements when required. What do I need to qualify for the Assistant Finance Business Partner role? Educated to A-Level or degree standard and part-qualified or qualified in CIMA, ACCA, ACA, or an equivalent professional accounting qualification. Previous experience within a finance, accounting or financial analysis role. Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret financial data and identify trends. Understanding and experience of financial reporting, management accounting and budgeting processes. Ability to build effective relationships with a range of stakeholders. Confident communicator, with the ability to present financial information clearly to non-finance audiences. Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines. Good attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving. Proficient in Microsoft Excel and other financial systems. What we can offer you: Competitive salary and annual company bonus Excellent pension scheme (company contribution of up to 12%) 25 days holiday + bank holidays with the option to buy additional days Staff Discount Employee Assistance Programme Exceptional Reward and Recognition events How to Apply: We are shaping a future where exceptional service, innovation, and sustainability are at the core of everything we do. If you're looking for a place where you can grow and advance your career, Howdens could be the perfect fit. Join a team that prioritises innovation, safety, and excellence. If you're ready to lead impactful projects and drive meaningful change, we encourage you to apply today. Howdens is founded on the principle of being Worthwhile for ALL concerned. We're working hard to ensure we provide an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome. We will do everything we can to support you during your application. If you need us to make any adjustments to our recruitment process, please email (url removed) with the job title and location, and we will be happy to help you. About Howdens: Howdens Joinery is a highly successful FTSE 100 business, with more than 900 depots nationwide and more than 11,000 staff. Last year our sales reached circa 2.3bn, and we continue to experience significant growth and success. Despite our scale, Howdens remains a local business with traditional values. There is a strong entrepreneurial ethos and the opportunity to develop within a fast-paced and commercial environment. That, along with a competitive salary, development opportunities, and exciting rewards, are among the reasons why our people enjoy working for Howdens - and why we have been named one of the 10 Best Big Companies to Work For. Howdens is founded on the principle of being Worthwhile for ALL concerned. We're working hard to ensure we provide an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome. We will do everything we can to support you during your application. If you need us to make any adjustments to our recruitment process, please email (url removed) with the job title and location, and we will be happy to help you. Please note that candidates applying for this role must have a valid right to work in the UK, we do not offer sponsorship of employment for any depot positions at this time. We appreciate your understanding.

This role has a starting salary of 63,823 per annum, for working 36 hours per week. This is a fixed term / secondment opportunity until 31st March 2027. The Government has confirmed that, from April 2027, Surrey's 12 councils will be replaced by two new unitary authorities: East Surrey and West Surrey. Working across all Surrey councils, the Senior Transformation Manager will play a key role in supporting services to deliver Local Government Reorganisation, including disaggregating services, redesigning processes, and implementing changes required for the new organisations. Our Offer to You 26 days' holiday, rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' service (prorated for part time staff) Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave A generous local government salary related pension Up to 5 days of carer's leave and 2 paid volunteering days per year Paternity, adoption and dependents leave An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, and shopping A chance to make a real difference to the lives of our residents. About the Role Surrey County Council is seeking a Senior Transformation Manager to work within our Design function supporting services to deliver on the transition of in two new unitary authorities from April 2027. We will not be transforming or re-designing services but ensuring their safe transition. In this context there will still be range of issues to work through and design thinking will be a critical part of this process. The Senior Transformation Manager sits within the Design function of the Design & Transformation service. It has been developed so that we can directly utilise internal consultancy skills and expertise within our existing teams of design, programme and project management professionals. As a Senior Transformation Manager, you will play a key role in developing design-led approaches to support the councils' transition, and work alongside programme managers and subject matter experts (SMEs) to apply these approaches. You will work collaboratively with services as an internal consultant to identify the root causes to problems, identify and evaluate transition options and recommend the appropriate implementation approach using a range of consultancy and design tools and techniques. This may include delivering workshops, workstream meetings and steering groups. data analysis and best practice research, As a Senior Transformation Manager, you will: Lead complex, politically sensitive LGR projects from inception to delivery, within the context of the wider LGR programme. Collaborate with stakeholders to define problems, align objectives, and co-create solutions. Use data-driven insights to measure impact and inform decision-making. Champion continuous improvement and innovation across the organisation. Mentor and support junior colleagues, fostering a culture of learning and excellence. Provide strategic advice to senior leaders and contribute to LGR transition planning. Your Application In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills and align with our behaviours: A degree or equivalent professional qualification, with significant experience in design or transformation consultancy roles. Proven experience leading organisational change using a range of methodologies. Design skills and experience of operating models and their relevance to supporting large scale organisational change. Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills, with the ability to influence at all levels. Advanced analytical and problem-solving capabilities with experience managing complex projects in a dynamic, political environment. A collaborative, agile mindset and a commitment to continuous improvement. To apply, we request that you submit a CV and you will be asked the following 4 questions: Tell us about the key skills and experience you have in design or consultancy within the public sector or a related organisation, and how these would help you succeed in this role. Please provide an example of a design consultancy project you have led, detailing the challenges you faced, any strategies you used, and the measurable outcomes achieved. Please describe a design or transformation project that you are particularly proud of. Explain your role, the impact and outcomes achieved, and how the skills and experience gained would support you in this role. What do you see as the most significant service design priorities arising from Surrey's Devolution and Local Government Reorganisation programme, and how would you help shape the future design of services to support successful delivery? Contact Us Please contact us for any questions relating to the role. This could be to discuss flexible working requests, transferable skills or any barriers to employment. The job advert closes at 23:59 on 02/08/2026 with interviews to follow. We look forward to receiving your application, please click on the apply online button below to submit. Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities. Join our dynamic team and shape the future of local government. Make a lasting impact with innovative solutions and improved services for our community. Help us build a brighter future for our residents! Our Commitment We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum criteria, we guarantee you an interview. Your skills and experience truly matter to us. From application to your first day, we're committed to supporting you with any adjustments you need, we value inclusion and warmly welcome you to join and help build a workplace where everyone belongs.