Collaborative Streetworks Manager (12-month secondment) Flexible across Scotland £44.4k to £55.5k (Dependent on experience) Full-time Hybrid Joint-contribution pension from 6% (12% total) - Enhanced maternity & family leave - Life assurance - HolidayPlus - Virtual GP & Employee Assistance Programme plus retail and leisure discounts & many more. REQ5835 We're looking for an enthusiastic and proactive Collaborative Street Works Manager to drive collaborative working between SGN, Local Authorities and other utility providers. This is a unique and exciting opportunity to work within the Performance & Commercial Team in Scotland Operations and play a pivotal role in reducing disruption across Scotland's gas network while delivering financial, environmental and social benefits for customers and stakeholders alike. We deliver safety, warmth, and comfort to homes and businesses. Every role, whether in the office or on the front line, plays a key part in this mission. Here's how you will contribute Building and maintaining strong relationships with Local Authorities, utility companies and other key stakeholders. Engage with internal stakeholders to promote and nurture collaborative working practices and get buy-in on the benefits for SGN. Identifying and developing new collaboration opportunities that reduce the frequency and duration of street works across Scotland. Attending and contributing to coordination meetings, working groups and steering forums. Coordinating project delivery to ensure challenging deadlines and commitments are achieved. Supporting the planning of traffic management arrangements, shared resources and integrated programmes of work. Preparing project completion reports and evidence to support Ofgem incentive submissions. What you will need We're interested in hearing from candidates who can demonstrate: Strong communication and influencing skills with the ability to engage audiences at all levels. Ability to work independently, make sound decisions and take ownership of outcomes. Experience working with local authorities, utility companies or infrastructure organisations. Excellent planning and coordination capabilities. Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously. Commercial awareness and an understanding of how collaborative working can deliver cost efficiencies and wider business benefits. Ability to work independently, make sound decisions and take ownership of outcomes. Desirable Experience within a regulated or utility environment. Experience preparing reports, business cases or performance submissions. Proven track record in driving improvements and delivering outcomes in a target driven environment. The work you do will directly contribute to reducing disruption for Scotland's residents and businesses while helping deliver smarter, more sustainable infrastructure solutions. If you're motivated by building partnerships, influencing positive change and delivering high-impact projects, we'd love to hear from you. Not sure you meet every requirement? Research shows some people - particularly women and those from underrepresented backgrounds - may hesitate to apply unless they meet every criteria. At SGN, we value diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. If this role interests you but you're not sure you tick every box, we'd still love to hear from you. You might be just who we're looking for - now or in the future. Why SGN? SGN leads pioneering research and development for a energy system. Our innovative technologies are transforming the gas industry while keeping people safe and warm. We are an award-winning employer, including CCA Gold Awards for Great Places to Work and Inclusivity and Accessibility , and a proud Gold member of the Armed Forces Covenant. If you require any accommodations or support during the application process, reach out to us. We're here to help ensure an inclusive and accessible experience for everyone.
Aug 15, 2026
Full time
Collaborative Streetworks Manager (12-month secondment) Flexible across Scotland £44.4k to £55.5k (Dependent on experience) Full-time Hybrid Joint-contribution pension from 6% (12% total) - Enhanced maternity & family leave - Life assurance - HolidayPlus - Virtual GP & Employee Assistance Programme plus retail and leisure discounts & many more. REQ5835 We're looking for an enthusiastic and proactive Collaborative Street Works Manager to drive collaborative working between SGN, Local Authorities and other utility providers. This is a unique and exciting opportunity to work within the Performance & Commercial Team in Scotland Operations and play a pivotal role in reducing disruption across Scotland's gas network while delivering financial, environmental and social benefits for customers and stakeholders alike. We deliver safety, warmth, and comfort to homes and businesses. Every role, whether in the office or on the front line, plays a key part in this mission. Here's how you will contribute Building and maintaining strong relationships with Local Authorities, utility companies and other key stakeholders. Engage with internal stakeholders to promote and nurture collaborative working practices and get buy-in on the benefits for SGN. Identifying and developing new collaboration opportunities that reduce the frequency and duration of street works across Scotland. Attending and contributing to coordination meetings, working groups and steering forums. Coordinating project delivery to ensure challenging deadlines and commitments are achieved. Supporting the planning of traffic management arrangements, shared resources and integrated programmes of work. Preparing project completion reports and evidence to support Ofgem incentive submissions. What you will need We're interested in hearing from candidates who can demonstrate: Strong communication and influencing skills with the ability to engage audiences at all levels. Ability to work independently, make sound decisions and take ownership of outcomes. Experience working with local authorities, utility companies or infrastructure organisations. Excellent planning and coordination capabilities. Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously. Commercial awareness and an understanding of how collaborative working can deliver cost efficiencies and wider business benefits. Ability to work independently, make sound decisions and take ownership of outcomes. Desirable Experience within a regulated or utility environment. Experience preparing reports, business cases or performance submissions. Proven track record in driving improvements and delivering outcomes in a target driven environment. The work you do will directly contribute to reducing disruption for Scotland's residents and businesses while helping deliver smarter, more sustainable infrastructure solutions. If you're motivated by building partnerships, influencing positive change and delivering high-impact projects, we'd love to hear from you. Not sure you meet every requirement? Research shows some people - particularly women and those from underrepresented backgrounds - may hesitate to apply unless they meet every criteria. At SGN, we value diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. If this role interests you but you're not sure you tick every box, we'd still love to hear from you. You might be just who we're looking for - now or in the future. Why SGN? SGN leads pioneering research and development for a energy system. Our innovative technologies are transforming the gas industry while keeping people safe and warm. We are an award-winning employer, including CCA Gold Awards for Great Places to Work and Inclusivity and Accessibility , and a proud Gold member of the Armed Forces Covenant. If you require any accommodations or support during the application process, reach out to us. We're here to help ensure an inclusive and accessible experience for everyone.
Why Southwark? Could your leadership help transform the future for some of London's most vulnerable residents? Does the opportunity to help people build independence, security and a better quality of life inspire you? Are you ready to lead services where compassion, dignity and opportunity shape every decision? If yes, this could be the opportunity you have been looking for! We are seeking an experienced Assistant Director of Accommodation and Support to join our Housing senior leadership team and play a key role in shaping the future of accommodation and support services across Southwark. As one of London's largest local authority landlords, we have a unique responsibility (and opportunity) to ensure residents have access to safe, high-quality homes alongside the support they need to thrive. Through our Good Landlord Plan, we are placing residents at the heart of everything we do: strengthening trust, improving services and ensuring every person has the opportunity to live a healthy, independent and fulfilling life. This is a unique opportunity to lead services that make a meaningful difference every day - supporting residents with complex needs, strengthening communities and ensuring housing remains a foundation for stability, wellbeing and opportunity. The Role: Reporting to the Director of Housing Needs and Support, you will provide strategic leadership across Southwark's Accommodation and Support services, ensuring they are safe, effective, financially sustainable and designed around positive outcomes for residents. You will lead a diverse and impactful portfolio, including: Older Persons' Housing Supported Hostel Provision Traveller Services Tenancy Sustainment Council-owned Temporary Accommodation Housing Counter Fraud Services As a key member of the housing senior leadership team, you will help shape the future direction of the council's housing offer, ensuring Southwark remains a landlord residents can trust. You will champion innovation, continuous improvement and partnership working, ensuring services evolve in response to changing community needs and continue to deliver meaningful support that enables residents to live with dignity, confidence and independence. What You'll Be Doing You will provide strategic direction and leadership for Accommodation and Support services, ensuring strong governance, accountability and delivery against council priorities, regulatory requirements and contractual commitments. You will: Lead transformation and continuous improvement programmes that enhance service quality and improve outcomes for residents. Drive the delivery of key strategic priorities, including the Older Person's Housing Strategy and Supported Housing Strategy. Inspire and develop Heads of Service and senior managers, creating a culture of inclusion, accountability, innovation and excellence. Build high-performing multidisciplinary teams through effective workforce development, talent management and succession planning. Manage significant budgets, ensuring services remain financially sustainable, efficient and responsive to future challenges. Develop strong partnerships with government departments, council services, housing teams, external agencies and sector experts. Provide expert strategic advice to elected Members, the Corporate Management Team and senior leaders on housing needs, homelessness, safeguarding, risk and performance. Champion equality, diversity and inclusion, ensuring services reflect and respond to the needs of Southwark's diverse communities. Ensure services maintain the highest standards of health and safety, safeguarding, compliance and resident protection. Deputise for the Director of Housing Needs and Support and other executive leaders when required. This is a role where your leadership, decisions and ambition will directly shape the experiences, opportunities and futures of residents across the borough. What We're Looking For We are looking for an inspirational and experienced senior leader with a proven track record of leading complex housing, accommodation, support services or local government functions. You will bring: Significant experience of leading transformation, improving services and delivering measurable outcomes for residents. The ability to translate strategic vision into effective operational delivery. Experience leading large, complex teams and creating inclusive cultures where people can perform at their best. Strong financial leadership skills, with experience managing substantial budgets and delivering sustainable services. The confidence and credibility to operate at executive level, influencing elected Members, senior leaders and external partners within a politically sensitive environment. A strong understanding of housing legislation, safeguarding, regulation and governance. The ability to build trusted relationships and collaborate across organisations to achieve shared outcomes. Above all, you will share our commitment to creating a fairer future - ensuring every resident has access to safe accommodation, meaningful support and the opportunity to live a healthy, independent and fulfilling life. For detailed qualifications and requirements, please review the job description and person specification located at the bottom of the advert. Contact Information: For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Candida Thompson via email at Additional Information Contract Type: Permanent Working Hours: 36 hours per week, Monday - Friday Location: 160 Tooley St London SE1 2QH Enhanced DBS check Benefits and more information: Recruitment Timeline: Advert close date: 11:59pm on Monday 31st August 2026 Shortlisting date/s: Week commencing 31st August 2026 Interview date/s: Week commencing 7th September 2026 The closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. We strongly advise you to complete your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. We are an organisation who is passionate about our people and understands that richness of diversity is a requirement to provide the best possible services to our communities. This is demonstrated through our council-wide ambitious commitment to tackle racial inequality in our communities and workforce through our Southwark Stands Together initiative. We particularly welcome applications from members of the black, Asian and ethnic minority communities to increase representation at senior management level in the Council. Guaranteed Interview Scheme: As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role, and identify with one of the below criteria: Members of the Armed Forces and veterans Are currently in care, or have previously been in care If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition
Aug 15, 2026
Full time
Why Southwark? Could your leadership help transform the future for some of London's most vulnerable residents? Does the opportunity to help people build independence, security and a better quality of life inspire you? Are you ready to lead services where compassion, dignity and opportunity shape every decision? If yes, this could be the opportunity you have been looking for! We are seeking an experienced Assistant Director of Accommodation and Support to join our Housing senior leadership team and play a key role in shaping the future of accommodation and support services across Southwark. As one of London's largest local authority landlords, we have a unique responsibility (and opportunity) to ensure residents have access to safe, high-quality homes alongside the support they need to thrive. Through our Good Landlord Plan, we are placing residents at the heart of everything we do: strengthening trust, improving services and ensuring every person has the opportunity to live a healthy, independent and fulfilling life. This is a unique opportunity to lead services that make a meaningful difference every day - supporting residents with complex needs, strengthening communities and ensuring housing remains a foundation for stability, wellbeing and opportunity. The Role: Reporting to the Director of Housing Needs and Support, you will provide strategic leadership across Southwark's Accommodation and Support services, ensuring they are safe, effective, financially sustainable and designed around positive outcomes for residents. You will lead a diverse and impactful portfolio, including: Older Persons' Housing Supported Hostel Provision Traveller Services Tenancy Sustainment Council-owned Temporary Accommodation Housing Counter Fraud Services As a key member of the housing senior leadership team, you will help shape the future direction of the council's housing offer, ensuring Southwark remains a landlord residents can trust. You will champion innovation, continuous improvement and partnership working, ensuring services evolve in response to changing community needs and continue to deliver meaningful support that enables residents to live with dignity, confidence and independence. What You'll Be Doing You will provide strategic direction and leadership for Accommodation and Support services, ensuring strong governance, accountability and delivery against council priorities, regulatory requirements and contractual commitments. You will: Lead transformation and continuous improvement programmes that enhance service quality and improve outcomes for residents. Drive the delivery of key strategic priorities, including the Older Person's Housing Strategy and Supported Housing Strategy. Inspire and develop Heads of Service and senior managers, creating a culture of inclusion, accountability, innovation and excellence. Build high-performing multidisciplinary teams through effective workforce development, talent management and succession planning. Manage significant budgets, ensuring services remain financially sustainable, efficient and responsive to future challenges. Develop strong partnerships with government departments, council services, housing teams, external agencies and sector experts. Provide expert strategic advice to elected Members, the Corporate Management Team and senior leaders on housing needs, homelessness, safeguarding, risk and performance. Champion equality, diversity and inclusion, ensuring services reflect and respond to the needs of Southwark's diverse communities. Ensure services maintain the highest standards of health and safety, safeguarding, compliance and resident protection. Deputise for the Director of Housing Needs and Support and other executive leaders when required. This is a role where your leadership, decisions and ambition will directly shape the experiences, opportunities and futures of residents across the borough. What We're Looking For We are looking for an inspirational and experienced senior leader with a proven track record of leading complex housing, accommodation, support services or local government functions. You will bring: Significant experience of leading transformation, improving services and delivering measurable outcomes for residents. The ability to translate strategic vision into effective operational delivery. Experience leading large, complex teams and creating inclusive cultures where people can perform at their best. Strong financial leadership skills, with experience managing substantial budgets and delivering sustainable services. The confidence and credibility to operate at executive level, influencing elected Members, senior leaders and external partners within a politically sensitive environment. A strong understanding of housing legislation, safeguarding, regulation and governance. The ability to build trusted relationships and collaborate across organisations to achieve shared outcomes. Above all, you will share our commitment to creating a fairer future - ensuring every resident has access to safe accommodation, meaningful support and the opportunity to live a healthy, independent and fulfilling life. For detailed qualifications and requirements, please review the job description and person specification located at the bottom of the advert. Contact Information: For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Candida Thompson via email at Additional Information Contract Type: Permanent Working Hours: 36 hours per week, Monday - Friday Location: 160 Tooley St London SE1 2QH Enhanced DBS check Benefits and more information: Recruitment Timeline: Advert close date: 11:59pm on Monday 31st August 2026 Shortlisting date/s: Week commencing 31st August 2026 Interview date/s: Week commencing 7th September 2026 The closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. We strongly advise you to complete your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. We are an organisation who is passionate about our people and understands that richness of diversity is a requirement to provide the best possible services to our communities. This is demonstrated through our council-wide ambitious commitment to tackle racial inequality in our communities and workforce through our Southwark Stands Together initiative. We particularly welcome applications from members of the black, Asian and ethnic minority communities to increase representation at senior management level in the Council. Guaranteed Interview Scheme: As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role, and identify with one of the below criteria: Members of the Armed Forces and veterans Are currently in care, or have previously been in care If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition
We are seeking a motivated and organised Business graduate to join our team as an Assistant to PA. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to start their career in business support, administration, and office operations within a professional corporate environment. Working closely with the Personal Assistant and wider Management Team, you will gain exposure to a broad range of business activities, helping to coordinate meetings, support office operations, organise events, and provide administrative assistance across the business. The role offers excellent development opportunities for a graduate looking to build a career in business administration, operations, executive support, or office management. Company Benefits: Annual bonus scheme of up to 12.5% Contributory salary exchange pension scheme Life insurance Private medical insurance (voluntary scheme) 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays Extensive health and wellbeing programme Hybrid and flexible working options considered Ongoing training and professional development opportunities Key Responsibilities: Executive and Administrative Support Assist with diary management and scheduling meetings for the Management Team. Coordinate internal and external meetings, including room bookings and meeting logistics, support travel arrangements, including flights, accommodation, transport, and itinerary preparation. Assist with conference calls, virtual meetings, and meeting room preparation, prepare documents, presentations, reports, and meeting materials as required. Provide general administrative support to the Personal Assistant and Management Team. Office Coordination Help maintain the smooth day-to-day running of the office, monitor and order office supplies when required. Coordinate with external suppliers and service providers, including cleaning and maintenance contractors. Manage incoming and outgoing post and courier deliveries, ensure meeting rooms and communal areas are prepared and maintained to a professional standard. Events and Projects Support the planning and delivery of company events, team activities, and employee engagement initiatives. Assist with coordinating visits from senior leaders and guests, help organise internal meetings, workshops, and business presentations. Financial and Operational Administration Raise purchase orders and assist with invoice processing, support expense claim administration and record keeping, maintain administrative records and company calendars. Assist with various operational and business projects as required. Experience and Skills Requirements We are looking for a positive and enthusiastic graduate who is keen to learn and develop within a business support role. Essential Requirements Degree in Business, Management, Administration, or a related subject. Strong organisational and time management skills, excellent written and verbal communication skills, high attention to detail and accuracy. Strong interpersonal skills and a professional approach, ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritise workload effectively. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, positive attitude with a willingness to learn and take initiative. Desirable Requirements Previous internship, placement year, part-time work, or administrative experience. Experience coordinating events, projects, or university activities. Knowledge of office health and safety procedures. What You'll Gain This role provides an excellent foundation for a graduate looking to build a career in: Executive and Personal Assistant support Office Management and Business Operations Project Coordination and Operations Management Administration and Business Support You will receive hands-on experience working alongside experienced professionals while developing valuable organisational, communication, and business management skills. If you have not been contacted within 5 working days, then unfortunately on this occasion your CV has not been shortlisted.
Aug 15, 2026
Full time
We are seeking a motivated and organised Business graduate to join our team as an Assistant to PA. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to start their career in business support, administration, and office operations within a professional corporate environment. Working closely with the Personal Assistant and wider Management Team, you will gain exposure to a broad range of business activities, helping to coordinate meetings, support office operations, organise events, and provide administrative assistance across the business. The role offers excellent development opportunities for a graduate looking to build a career in business administration, operations, executive support, or office management. Company Benefits: Annual bonus scheme of up to 12.5% Contributory salary exchange pension scheme Life insurance Private medical insurance (voluntary scheme) 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays Extensive health and wellbeing programme Hybrid and flexible working options considered Ongoing training and professional development opportunities Key Responsibilities: Executive and Administrative Support Assist with diary management and scheduling meetings for the Management Team. Coordinate internal and external meetings, including room bookings and meeting logistics, support travel arrangements, including flights, accommodation, transport, and itinerary preparation. Assist with conference calls, virtual meetings, and meeting room preparation, prepare documents, presentations, reports, and meeting materials as required. Provide general administrative support to the Personal Assistant and Management Team. Office Coordination Help maintain the smooth day-to-day running of the office, monitor and order office supplies when required. Coordinate with external suppliers and service providers, including cleaning and maintenance contractors. Manage incoming and outgoing post and courier deliveries, ensure meeting rooms and communal areas are prepared and maintained to a professional standard. Events and Projects Support the planning and delivery of company events, team activities, and employee engagement initiatives. Assist with coordinating visits from senior leaders and guests, help organise internal meetings, workshops, and business presentations. Financial and Operational Administration Raise purchase orders and assist with invoice processing, support expense claim administration and record keeping, maintain administrative records and company calendars. Assist with various operational and business projects as required. Experience and Skills Requirements We are looking for a positive and enthusiastic graduate who is keen to learn and develop within a business support role. Essential Requirements Degree in Business, Management, Administration, or a related subject. Strong organisational and time management skills, excellent written and verbal communication skills, high attention to detail and accuracy. Strong interpersonal skills and a professional approach, ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritise workload effectively. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, positive attitude with a willingness to learn and take initiative. Desirable Requirements Previous internship, placement year, part-time work, or administrative experience. Experience coordinating events, projects, or university activities. Knowledge of office health and safety procedures. What You'll Gain This role provides an excellent foundation for a graduate looking to build a career in: Executive and Personal Assistant support Office Management and Business Operations Project Coordination and Operations Management Administration and Business Support You will receive hands-on experience working alongside experienced professionals while developing valuable organisational, communication, and business management skills. If you have not been contacted within 5 working days, then unfortunately on this occasion your CV has not been shortlisted.
Playful Productions Playful Productions founded in 2010 by Matthew Byam Shaw, Nia Janis and Nick Salmon is one of the most eminent, independent theatre production companies in the West End. Recent and current producing and general management work includes Pride, Inter Alia, Wicked, Moulin Rouge! The Musical, MJ The Musical, Born with Teeth and The Fifth Step. We also have many plays and musicals in development and pre-production. We are one of the West End's largest employers and we are passionate about presenting high-quality shows to audiences across the UK and beyond. We are committed to a workplace culture that embraces equality, diversity and inclusion across all departments. Overview Provide dedicated and high-level executive and administrative support to Producer and Company Director Nia Janis across all aspects of her work at Playful Productions including the development, production and ongoing management of theatre productions in the West End, nationally and internationally. This role is pivotal in providing seamless executive support that enables Nia to manage the fast pace and heavy workload that her schedule demands. This is a highly trusted role requiring outstanding judgement, anticipation, organisation and relationship management. Reports to - Nia Janis Line Manager - Nia Janis and Head of People & Culture Executive Support Provide exceptional day-to-day executive support across all areas of Nia's work. Function as a trusted gatekeeper, representative and deputy. Act as the first point of contact for matters relating to Nia, ensuring requests are appropriately managed and triaged and that deadlines are met. Make informed decisions on routine matters, knowing when to act independently and when to seek guidance. Be pre-emptive and several steps ahead at all times. Work at pace, supporting Nia's heavy, urgent workload. Manage highly confidential information with discretion and diplomacy. Coordinate internal sign-offs and approvals requiring Nia's input. Prepare agendas, briefing papers, research, presentations and meeting notes. Prepare, proofread and format documents and presentations to an exceptionally high standard with a strong attention to detail. Arrange meeting spaces, hospitality and technology requirements, and ensure guests are welcomed appropriately. Manage travel, accommodation, restaurants, hospitality, theatre tickets and logistics. Process expenses and invoices accurately and in accordance with company procedures. Attending meetings, rehearsals, performances and events as required. Diary & Time Management Take full ownership and responsibility for an exceptionally busy diary. Forward plan weeks, months and production cycles ahead. Anticipate Nia's requirements and ensure she has the information, resources and preparation she needs. Understand the purpose and desired outcome of every meeting. Be agile, nimble and positive when approaching diary management. Maintain excellent relationships when plans change. Ensure meeting actions are communicated and actioned, disseminating information across the team on Nia's behalf. Inbox & Communication Manage Nia's inbox proactively; flagging, folderising, deleting, archiving and drafting responses where appropriate. Identify priorities and ensure important correspondence never stalls. Brief Nia on key correspondence and recommend actions or responses where appropriate. Draft correspondence in Nia's tone and style where appropriate. Ensure communication flows smoothly between investors, creative teams and all external stakeholders. Take a pivotal role in communicating information across the Directors, Managing Director and Finance Director. Manage invitations, RSVPs and follow-up communications. Maintain accurate contact databases and filing systems. Answer and screen telephone calls, taking accurate messages and handling any general enquiries with the Playful team. Production Knowledge & Support Develop and maintain an in-depth understanding of Playful's and Nia's slates of productions. Develop a comprehensive understanding of Playful's productions and key stakeholders in order to anticipate needs and provide seamless support. Understand the lifecycle of commercial theatre productions from development through to closure. Understand the requirements of key production milestones including readings, workshops, auditions, rehearsals, technical rehearsals, previews, press nights, running periods, recasts and closings. Anticipate production requirements before they become urgent. Maintain awareness of theatre industry developments, new productions and emerging talent. Work collaboratively across all Playful departments to support company-wide initiatives, events and production activity as required. Keep abreast of new talent in the industry, productions opening and general trends in the West End. Stakeholder Relationships Represent Nia and Playful professionally at all times. Build trusted relationships with producers, general managers, company managers, theatre owners, investors, creative teams, agents, lawyers, marketing teams, press representatives and members of the Playful team. Become a reliable first point of contact for key external relationships. Coordinate gifts, hospitality and relationship-management activity for key stakeholders. Digital & Social Media Manage Nia's professional social media accounts. Draft, schedule and coordinate content for social media accounts. Maintain biographies, proof the website and professional profiles. Respond to general enquiries from artists, agents, writers and other industry contacts on behalf of Nia where appropriate. General Develop an in-depth understanding of Nia's working style, priorities and preferences to provide seamless support. Maintain an up-to-date understanding of Nia's wider activities, responsibilities and external commitments in order to provide proactive support. Provide excellent judgement when prioritising competing demands. Manage VIP invitations, guest lists and special events as required. Support the planning and delivery of press nights, readings, workshops, investor events, special projects, VIP visits and industry engagements. Take minutes and record actions at meetings where required. Coordinate couriers and ad hoc logistical arrangements where required. Embody Playful's values of Respect, Collaboration, Hard Work, High Standards, Success and Playfulness. Undertake other duties appropriate to the role. Provide ad hoc personal support as and when required. Person Specification Essential Attributes Extensive experience supporting a senior executive/leader 1:1, ideally in commercial theatre, entertainment or a comparable fast-paced environment. Outstanding diary and inbox management. Exceptional organisational ability with meticulous attention to detail. Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication. Proven ability to manage upwards with confidence and tact. Naturally proactive with the ability to anticipate needs several steps ahead. Excellent stakeholder management and relationship-building skills. Demonstrable understanding of the commercial theatre industry, its stakeholders and production processes. Calm under pressure with excellent judgement. High levels of integrity and discretion. Advanced Microsoft Office and Google Workspace skills. Experience managing professional social media accounts. A genuine interest in building a long-term career in executive support within the creative industries. Desirable Attributes Experience supporting a commercial theatre producer or senior creative leader. Knowledge of the West End, Broadway and commercial theatre producing. Experience of proof reading. Experience of liaising with artists. Hours and Place of Work 09.00 - 19.00 Monday to Friday with one hour for lunch. The successful candidate will be expected to work flexibly, including occasional evenings and weekends, and to provide support outside standard office hours where operationally required. The Executive Assistant will be based in the Playful office and might also be expected to accompany Nia to meetings, events and rehearsals as required. Annual Holiday 20 days' holiday during each holiday year, rising to 22 days after two years and 25 days after five years of service, in addition to Bank and Public Holidays. Contract - Permanent. Salary - Competitive and according to experience. All applicants must be eligible to work in the UK. This job description may be amended from time to time to reflect the evolving needs of Playful Productions and its production portfolio.
Aug 15, 2026
Full time
Playful Productions Playful Productions founded in 2010 by Matthew Byam Shaw, Nia Janis and Nick Salmon is one of the most eminent, independent theatre production companies in the West End. Recent and current producing and general management work includes Pride, Inter Alia, Wicked, Moulin Rouge! The Musical, MJ The Musical, Born with Teeth and The Fifth Step. We also have many plays and musicals in development and pre-production. We are one of the West End's largest employers and we are passionate about presenting high-quality shows to audiences across the UK and beyond. We are committed to a workplace culture that embraces equality, diversity and inclusion across all departments. Overview Provide dedicated and high-level executive and administrative support to Producer and Company Director Nia Janis across all aspects of her work at Playful Productions including the development, production and ongoing management of theatre productions in the West End, nationally and internationally. This role is pivotal in providing seamless executive support that enables Nia to manage the fast pace and heavy workload that her schedule demands. This is a highly trusted role requiring outstanding judgement, anticipation, organisation and relationship management. Reports to - Nia Janis Line Manager - Nia Janis and Head of People & Culture Executive Support Provide exceptional day-to-day executive support across all areas of Nia's work. Function as a trusted gatekeeper, representative and deputy. Act as the first point of contact for matters relating to Nia, ensuring requests are appropriately managed and triaged and that deadlines are met. Make informed decisions on routine matters, knowing when to act independently and when to seek guidance. Be pre-emptive and several steps ahead at all times. Work at pace, supporting Nia's heavy, urgent workload. Manage highly confidential information with discretion and diplomacy. Coordinate internal sign-offs and approvals requiring Nia's input. Prepare agendas, briefing papers, research, presentations and meeting notes. Prepare, proofread and format documents and presentations to an exceptionally high standard with a strong attention to detail. Arrange meeting spaces, hospitality and technology requirements, and ensure guests are welcomed appropriately. Manage travel, accommodation, restaurants, hospitality, theatre tickets and logistics. Process expenses and invoices accurately and in accordance with company procedures. Attending meetings, rehearsals, performances and events as required. Diary & Time Management Take full ownership and responsibility for an exceptionally busy diary. Forward plan weeks, months and production cycles ahead. Anticipate Nia's requirements and ensure she has the information, resources and preparation she needs. Understand the purpose and desired outcome of every meeting. Be agile, nimble and positive when approaching diary management. Maintain excellent relationships when plans change. Ensure meeting actions are communicated and actioned, disseminating information across the team on Nia's behalf. Inbox & Communication Manage Nia's inbox proactively; flagging, folderising, deleting, archiving and drafting responses where appropriate. Identify priorities and ensure important correspondence never stalls. Brief Nia on key correspondence and recommend actions or responses where appropriate. Draft correspondence in Nia's tone and style where appropriate. Ensure communication flows smoothly between investors, creative teams and all external stakeholders. Take a pivotal role in communicating information across the Directors, Managing Director and Finance Director. Manage invitations, RSVPs and follow-up communications. Maintain accurate contact databases and filing systems. Answer and screen telephone calls, taking accurate messages and handling any general enquiries with the Playful team. Production Knowledge & Support Develop and maintain an in-depth understanding of Playful's and Nia's slates of productions. Develop a comprehensive understanding of Playful's productions and key stakeholders in order to anticipate needs and provide seamless support. Understand the lifecycle of commercial theatre productions from development through to closure. Understand the requirements of key production milestones including readings, workshops, auditions, rehearsals, technical rehearsals, previews, press nights, running periods, recasts and closings. Anticipate production requirements before they become urgent. Maintain awareness of theatre industry developments, new productions and emerging talent. Work collaboratively across all Playful departments to support company-wide initiatives, events and production activity as required. Keep abreast of new talent in the industry, productions opening and general trends in the West End. Stakeholder Relationships Represent Nia and Playful professionally at all times. Build trusted relationships with producers, general managers, company managers, theatre owners, investors, creative teams, agents, lawyers, marketing teams, press representatives and members of the Playful team. Become a reliable first point of contact for key external relationships. Coordinate gifts, hospitality and relationship-management activity for key stakeholders. Digital & Social Media Manage Nia's professional social media accounts. Draft, schedule and coordinate content for social media accounts. Maintain biographies, proof the website and professional profiles. Respond to general enquiries from artists, agents, writers and other industry contacts on behalf of Nia where appropriate. General Develop an in-depth understanding of Nia's working style, priorities and preferences to provide seamless support. Maintain an up-to-date understanding of Nia's wider activities, responsibilities and external commitments in order to provide proactive support. Provide excellent judgement when prioritising competing demands. Manage VIP invitations, guest lists and special events as required. Support the planning and delivery of press nights, readings, workshops, investor events, special projects, VIP visits and industry engagements. Take minutes and record actions at meetings where required. Coordinate couriers and ad hoc logistical arrangements where required. Embody Playful's values of Respect, Collaboration, Hard Work, High Standards, Success and Playfulness. Undertake other duties appropriate to the role. Provide ad hoc personal support as and when required. Person Specification Essential Attributes Extensive experience supporting a senior executive/leader 1:1, ideally in commercial theatre, entertainment or a comparable fast-paced environment. Outstanding diary and inbox management. Exceptional organisational ability with meticulous attention to detail. Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication. Proven ability to manage upwards with confidence and tact. Naturally proactive with the ability to anticipate needs several steps ahead. Excellent stakeholder management and relationship-building skills. Demonstrable understanding of the commercial theatre industry, its stakeholders and production processes. Calm under pressure with excellent judgement. High levels of integrity and discretion. Advanced Microsoft Office and Google Workspace skills. Experience managing professional social media accounts. A genuine interest in building a long-term career in executive support within the creative industries. Desirable Attributes Experience supporting a commercial theatre producer or senior creative leader. Knowledge of the West End, Broadway and commercial theatre producing. Experience of proof reading. Experience of liaising with artists. Hours and Place of Work 09.00 - 19.00 Monday to Friday with one hour for lunch. The successful candidate will be expected to work flexibly, including occasional evenings and weekends, and to provide support outside standard office hours where operationally required. The Executive Assistant will be based in the Playful office and might also be expected to accompany Nia to meetings, events and rehearsals as required. Annual Holiday 20 days' holiday during each holiday year, rising to 22 days after two years and 25 days after five years of service, in addition to Bank and Public Holidays. Contract - Permanent. Salary - Competitive and according to experience. All applicants must be eligible to work in the UK. This job description may be amended from time to time to reflect the evolving needs of Playful Productions and its production portfolio.
Your new company Our client is a growing provider of supported housing and community-based support services, helping individuals with a range of needs to live independently and access the services they require. Due to continued growth, they are creating a new role to strengthen quality, compliance and service improvement across the organisation. Your new role Internal Auditor / Quality & Compliance Officer - Salary: Circa £45,000 + Benefits An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and analytical professional to join a growing organisation in a newly created role. Due to continued expansion, the organisation is seeking an independent and commercially minded individual to review services, identify improvements, and drive best practice across the business. The Role Working closely with senior leaders and operational managers, you will spend the first 6-12 months conducting a detailed review of services, processes and procedures across the organisation. Initially focusing on Mental Health and Supported Housing services, you will gather feedback from service users, analyse operational data, evaluate existing practices and identify opportunities for improvement. This role requires someone who can challenge constructively, ask insightful questions and provide objective recommendations that enhance service delivery, compliance and operational effectiveness. Over time, the successful candidate will have the opportunity to help design and implement the organisation's internal audit and quality assurance framework. Key Responsibilities Conduct comprehensive reviews of operational processes and service delivery. Engage with service users and stakeholders to gather feedback and identify improvement opportunities. Analyse data, trends and performance information to support recommendations. Review compliance against regulatory and quality standards. Produce detailed reports and present findings to senior management. Provide constructive challenge and independent oversight across services. Support continuous improvement initiatives and organisational development. Assist in the development of internal audit programmes and quality assurance frameworks. About You The ideal candidate will have experience within social care, supported housing, healthcare, compliance, quality assurance or internal audit environments and be confident in engaging with stakeholders at all levels.Essential Experience Understanding of Supported Housing and/or Supported Accommodation services. Knowledge of adult safeguarding procedures. Experience within social care, housing, healthcare or regulated environments. Strong analytical and investigative skills. Experience reviewing processes, procedures and service delivery. Ability to communicate findings and recommendations effectively. Confident, influencing and challenging professionally whilst maintaining positive working relationships. Strong report writing and stakeholder engagement skills. Previous Internal Audit, Quality Assurance or Compliance experience. Desirable Experience Experience working with CQC-regulated services. Background within a regulatory, inspection or governance setting. Experience developing audit programmes or quality frameworks. Experience working for a regulatory or oversight body. What's on Offer The opportunity to shape a brand-new role. Significant exposure to senior leadership teams. The chance to make a real impact on service quality and operational effectiveness. Long-term career development within a growing organisation. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a keen eye for detail, a passion for continuous improvement and the confidence to provide independent, objective analysis within a highly regulated 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 hays.co.uk
Aug 15, 2026
Full time
Your new company Our client is a growing provider of supported housing and community-based support services, helping individuals with a range of needs to live independently and access the services they require. Due to continued growth, they are creating a new role to strengthen quality, compliance and service improvement across the organisation. Your new role Internal Auditor / Quality & Compliance Officer - Salary: Circa £45,000 + Benefits An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and analytical professional to join a growing organisation in a newly created role. Due to continued expansion, the organisation is seeking an independent and commercially minded individual to review services, identify improvements, and drive best practice across the business. The Role Working closely with senior leaders and operational managers, you will spend the first 6-12 months conducting a detailed review of services, processes and procedures across the organisation. Initially focusing on Mental Health and Supported Housing services, you will gather feedback from service users, analyse operational data, evaluate existing practices and identify opportunities for improvement. This role requires someone who can challenge constructively, ask insightful questions and provide objective recommendations that enhance service delivery, compliance and operational effectiveness. Over time, the successful candidate will have the opportunity to help design and implement the organisation's internal audit and quality assurance framework. Key Responsibilities Conduct comprehensive reviews of operational processes and service delivery. Engage with service users and stakeholders to gather feedback and identify improvement opportunities. Analyse data, trends and performance information to support recommendations. Review compliance against regulatory and quality standards. Produce detailed reports and present findings to senior management. Provide constructive challenge and independent oversight across services. Support continuous improvement initiatives and organisational development. Assist in the development of internal audit programmes and quality assurance frameworks. About You The ideal candidate will have experience within social care, supported housing, healthcare, compliance, quality assurance or internal audit environments and be confident in engaging with stakeholders at all levels.Essential Experience Understanding of Supported Housing and/or Supported Accommodation services. Knowledge of adult safeguarding procedures. Experience within social care, housing, healthcare or regulated environments. Strong analytical and investigative skills. Experience reviewing processes, procedures and service delivery. Ability to communicate findings and recommendations effectively. Confident, influencing and challenging professionally whilst maintaining positive working relationships. Strong report writing and stakeholder engagement skills. Previous Internal Audit, Quality Assurance or Compliance experience. Desirable Experience Experience working with CQC-regulated services. Background within a regulatory, inspection or governance setting. Experience developing audit programmes or quality frameworks. Experience working for a regulatory or oversight body. What's on Offer The opportunity to shape a brand-new role. Significant exposure to senior leadership teams. The chance to make a real impact on service quality and operational effectiveness. Long-term career development within a growing organisation. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a keen eye for detail, a passion for continuous improvement and the confidence to provide independent, objective analysis within a highly regulated 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 hays.co.uk
Front Of House Supervisor, Temporary, £15.50ph Are you passionate about delivering outstanding customer experiences and leading high-performing teams? We are looking for an enthusiastic and proactive Front of House Supervisor to join a vibrant student accommodation in Central London. In this key role, you will oversee the day-to-day operation of our reception and resident services function, ensuring every resident, guest, and stakeholder receives exceptional service. You will lead by example, support the development of the Front of House team, and help create a safe, welcoming, and vibrant community for our residents. Duties Provide daily supervision, coaching, and support to the Front of House team. Lead by example, delivering exceptional customer service and operational excellence. Monitor performance, provide constructive feedback, and support colleague development. Ensure clear communication and seamless shift handovers. Deliver an outstanding resident and guest experience at every interaction. Act as the first point of escalation for resident concerns and complaints, ensuring effective resolutions. Build strong, positive relationships with residents throughout their journey. Support the delivery of resident events and community initiatives. Drive resident satisfaction, positive feedback, and online reputation scores. Maintain exceptional presentation standards across reception and communal areas. Manage day-to-day administrative tasks and property management systems. Oversee parcel management, key control, visitor management, and contractor sign-in procedures. Ensure resident records are accurate and up to date. Support key operational periods including check-ins, check-outs, and summer turnaround. Promote a strong health and safety culture throughout the building. Conduct regular inspections and property walks. Identify and escalate maintenance, security, welfare, and compliance concerns. Support emergency response procedures, incident reporting, and fire safety protocols. Assist with audits, mystery shop assessments, and compliance inspections. Skills & Experience Previous experience in a customer-facing supervisory role. Experience within PBSA (Purpose Built Student Accommodation), hospitality, residential, or hotel operations Strong leadership and team development capabilities. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Proven ability to manage complaints and challenging situations professionally. Highly organised with strong administrative skills. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and manage competing priorities. Good understanding of health and safety responsibilities. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and property management systems. Experience within PBSA (Purpose Built Student Accommodation), hospitality, residential, or hotel operations.
Aug 15, 2026
Seasonal
Front Of House Supervisor, Temporary, £15.50ph Are you passionate about delivering outstanding customer experiences and leading high-performing teams? We are looking for an enthusiastic and proactive Front of House Supervisor to join a vibrant student accommodation in Central London. In this key role, you will oversee the day-to-day operation of our reception and resident services function, ensuring every resident, guest, and stakeholder receives exceptional service. You will lead by example, support the development of the Front of House team, and help create a safe, welcoming, and vibrant community for our residents. Duties Provide daily supervision, coaching, and support to the Front of House team. Lead by example, delivering exceptional customer service and operational excellence. Monitor performance, provide constructive feedback, and support colleague development. Ensure clear communication and seamless shift handovers. Deliver an outstanding resident and guest experience at every interaction. Act as the first point of escalation for resident concerns and complaints, ensuring effective resolutions. Build strong, positive relationships with residents throughout their journey. Support the delivery of resident events and community initiatives. Drive resident satisfaction, positive feedback, and online reputation scores. Maintain exceptional presentation standards across reception and communal areas. Manage day-to-day administrative tasks and property management systems. Oversee parcel management, key control, visitor management, and contractor sign-in procedures. Ensure resident records are accurate and up to date. Support key operational periods including check-ins, check-outs, and summer turnaround. Promote a strong health and safety culture throughout the building. Conduct regular inspections and property walks. Identify and escalate maintenance, security, welfare, and compliance concerns. Support emergency response procedures, incident reporting, and fire safety protocols. Assist with audits, mystery shop assessments, and compliance inspections. Skills & Experience Previous experience in a customer-facing supervisory role. Experience within PBSA (Purpose Built Student Accommodation), hospitality, residential, or hotel operations Strong leadership and team development capabilities. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Proven ability to manage complaints and challenging situations professionally. Highly organised with strong administrative skills. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and manage competing priorities. Good understanding of health and safety responsibilities. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and property management systems. Experience within PBSA (Purpose Built Student Accommodation), hospitality, residential, or hotel operations.
Pontoon is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. Job Title: Personal Assistant (Executive Support) Location: London (Hybrid - 3 days per week in the office) Contract Type: 3 months Job Purpose We are seeking a dynamic, proactive, and highly organised Personal Assistant to provide dedicated support to senior executives within a fast-paced corporate environment. This is a key role where you will enable senior leaders to operate effectively by delivering exceptional executive support across a broad range of responsibilities. You will be responsible for managing complex diaries and inboxes, coordinating domestic and international travel, and ensuring priorities are managed efficiently. You will take ownership of organising executive meetings, leadership events, and external engagements, ensuring every detail is planned and delivered to a high standard. Success in this role requires excellent organisational skills, sound judgement, discretion, and the ability to anticipate the needs of senior stakeholders. The ideal candidate will thrive in a busy environment, demonstrate outstanding communication skills, and build strong working relationships across the business. You will be confident working independently while collaborating with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders. This role is based in London and offers a hybrid working model, with an expectation of attending the office three days per week. Please note: Previous experience supporting senior executives or leadership teams as a Personal Assistant is essential. Key Responsibilities Provide high-level executive support by managing complex diaries, scheduling meetings, and coordinating priorities across multiple stakeholders. Manage executive inboxes, ensuring correspondence is handled promptly and professionally. Coordinate domestic and international travel, including flights, accommodation, transport, itineraries, and associated logistics. Organise executive, leadership, and board-level meetings, including agenda preparation, venue coordination, meeting logistics, and follow-up actions where required. Coordinate internal and external events, conferences, workshops, and off-site meetings, ensuring seamless delivery. Act as a key point of contact for senior leaders, managing communications with professionalism and discretion. Process expenses, invoices, and other administrative tasks accurately and within agreed deadlines. Provide support across the wider Executive Assistant/Personal Assistant team during periods of absence or peak workload. Contribute to business projects and initiatives, providing administrative and organisational support where required. Skills, Knowledge & Experience Proven experience as a Personal Assistant supporting senior executives or leadership teams within a corporate environment. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint. Exceptional organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Strong written and verbal communication skills with excellent attention to detail. Proactive, resourceful, and solution-oriented, with the ability to anticipate needs and work using initiative. Highly adaptable, resilient, and comfortable managing changing priorities. Professional, approachable, and confident when interacting with senior stakeholders. Demonstrates the highest levels of integrity, discretion, and confidentiality when handling sensitive information. Able to build effective relationships across all levels of an organisation while maintaining a collaborative and customer-focused approach. Apply now! Please be advised: if you haven't heard from us within 48 hours, then unfortunately your application has not been successful on this occasion. We may, however, keep your details on file for any suitable future vacancies and contact you accordingly. We use generative AI tools to support our candidate screening process. This helps us ensure a fair, consistent, and efficient experience for all applicants. Rest assured, all final decisions are made by our hiring team, and your application will be reviewed with care and attention.
Aug 15, 2026
Contractor
Pontoon is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. Job Title: Personal Assistant (Executive Support) Location: London (Hybrid - 3 days per week in the office) Contract Type: 3 months Job Purpose We are seeking a dynamic, proactive, and highly organised Personal Assistant to provide dedicated support to senior executives within a fast-paced corporate environment. This is a key role where you will enable senior leaders to operate effectively by delivering exceptional executive support across a broad range of responsibilities. You will be responsible for managing complex diaries and inboxes, coordinating domestic and international travel, and ensuring priorities are managed efficiently. You will take ownership of organising executive meetings, leadership events, and external engagements, ensuring every detail is planned and delivered to a high standard. Success in this role requires excellent organisational skills, sound judgement, discretion, and the ability to anticipate the needs of senior stakeholders. The ideal candidate will thrive in a busy environment, demonstrate outstanding communication skills, and build strong working relationships across the business. You will be confident working independently while collaborating with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders. This role is based in London and offers a hybrid working model, with an expectation of attending the office three days per week. Please note: Previous experience supporting senior executives or leadership teams as a Personal Assistant is essential. Key Responsibilities Provide high-level executive support by managing complex diaries, scheduling meetings, and coordinating priorities across multiple stakeholders. Manage executive inboxes, ensuring correspondence is handled promptly and professionally. Coordinate domestic and international travel, including flights, accommodation, transport, itineraries, and associated logistics. Organise executive, leadership, and board-level meetings, including agenda preparation, venue coordination, meeting logistics, and follow-up actions where required. Coordinate internal and external events, conferences, workshops, and off-site meetings, ensuring seamless delivery. Act as a key point of contact for senior leaders, managing communications with professionalism and discretion. Process expenses, invoices, and other administrative tasks accurately and within agreed deadlines. Provide support across the wider Executive Assistant/Personal Assistant team during periods of absence or peak workload. Contribute to business projects and initiatives, providing administrative and organisational support where required. Skills, Knowledge & Experience Proven experience as a Personal Assistant supporting senior executives or leadership teams within a corporate environment. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint. Exceptional organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Strong written and verbal communication skills with excellent attention to detail. Proactive, resourceful, and solution-oriented, with the ability to anticipate needs and work using initiative. Highly adaptable, resilient, and comfortable managing changing priorities. Professional, approachable, and confident when interacting with senior stakeholders. Demonstrates the highest levels of integrity, discretion, and confidentiality when handling sensitive information. Able to build effective relationships across all levels of an organisation while maintaining a collaborative and customer-focused approach. Apply now! Please be advised: if you haven't heard from us within 48 hours, then unfortunately your application has not been successful on this occasion. We may, however, keep your details on file for any suitable future vacancies and contact you accordingly. We use generative AI tools to support our candidate screening process. This helps us ensure a fair, consistent, and efficient experience for all applicants. Rest assured, all final decisions are made by our hiring team, and your application will be reviewed with care and attention.
Start: As soon as possible Job Summary This is a high-impact interim assignment offering hybrid working, a competitive hourly rate and the opportunity to contribute to important housing and estate services projects. You will play a key role in procurement activity, contract oversight, service charge work and stakeholder engagement. About the Role We are recruiting for an experienced Interim Procurement & Contract Manager to support a busy local authority housing service with a range of key projects across Council Housing and Estate Services. This role will suit a confident procurement and contract management professional with strong knowledge of service charges, supplier management and local authority governance. What You'll Be Doing Leading procurement and contract-related projects across Council Housing and Estate Services. Providing specialist advice on tenanted fixed service charges, including formerly sheltered housing schemes. Calculating, reviewing and forecasting future service charge expenditure. Estimating service charges for new housing schemes both within and outside of the Housing Revenue Account. Supporting procurement activity, including preparing reports for committee approval on contract awards. Managing supplier relationships and monitoring contract performance. Responding to Member enquiries and first-stage complaints from residents in a professional and timely manner. Applying health and safety knowledge to contract management and supplier oversight. What We're Looking For Strong experience with service charges, particularly fixed service charges for residential accommodation. Good Understanding of local authority procurement processes and contract award governance. Proven experience managing contracts and working with suppliers. Ability to forecast expenditure and calculate service charges accurately. Experience estimating service charges for housing schemes or new developments. Excellent stakeholder management skills, including the ability to engage with residents, Members and internal teams. Good knowledge of health and safety requirements linked to contracts. Ability to manage competing priorities, work at pace and maintain high levels of accuracy. It Would Be Great If You Also Have Knowledge of the NEC housing management system. Experience of using NEC and Housemark Photobook IT software systems. Experience of setting up and coaching an engaged resident group to oversee grounds maintenance contracts. About You You will be organised, analytical, and confident in communicating technical information clearly and accessibly. You will be comfortable working independently, building strong working relationships and supporting the delivery of effective housing services in a local authority environment. Apply Now If you are an experienced Procurement & Contract Manager with strong housing service charge knowledge and are available for an interim assignment, apply now to be considered for this opportunity. Diamond Blaque is acting as the employment business for this vacancy. We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion, and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates.
Aug 15, 2026
Contractor
Start: As soon as possible Job Summary This is a high-impact interim assignment offering hybrid working, a competitive hourly rate and the opportunity to contribute to important housing and estate services projects. You will play a key role in procurement activity, contract oversight, service charge work and stakeholder engagement. About the Role We are recruiting for an experienced Interim Procurement & Contract Manager to support a busy local authority housing service with a range of key projects across Council Housing and Estate Services. This role will suit a confident procurement and contract management professional with strong knowledge of service charges, supplier management and local authority governance. What You'll Be Doing Leading procurement and contract-related projects across Council Housing and Estate Services. Providing specialist advice on tenanted fixed service charges, including formerly sheltered housing schemes. Calculating, reviewing and forecasting future service charge expenditure. Estimating service charges for new housing schemes both within and outside of the Housing Revenue Account. Supporting procurement activity, including preparing reports for committee approval on contract awards. Managing supplier relationships and monitoring contract performance. Responding to Member enquiries and first-stage complaints from residents in a professional and timely manner. Applying health and safety knowledge to contract management and supplier oversight. What We're Looking For Strong experience with service charges, particularly fixed service charges for residential accommodation. Good Understanding of local authority procurement processes and contract award governance. Proven experience managing contracts and working with suppliers. Ability to forecast expenditure and calculate service charges accurately. Experience estimating service charges for housing schemes or new developments. Excellent stakeholder management skills, including the ability to engage with residents, Members and internal teams. Good knowledge of health and safety requirements linked to contracts. Ability to manage competing priorities, work at pace and maintain high levels of accuracy. It Would Be Great If You Also Have Knowledge of the NEC housing management system. Experience of using NEC and Housemark Photobook IT software systems. Experience of setting up and coaching an engaged resident group to oversee grounds maintenance contracts. About You You will be organised, analytical, and confident in communicating technical information clearly and accessibly. You will be comfortable working independently, building strong working relationships and supporting the delivery of effective housing services in a local authority environment. Apply Now If you are an experienced Procurement & Contract Manager with strong housing service charge knowledge and are available for an interim assignment, apply now to be considered for this opportunity. Diamond Blaque is acting as the employment business for this vacancy. We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion, and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates.
The role holder will provide strategic leadership and lead the asset management strategy and commissioned works for this housing provider. You will lead and facilitate the development of the council's asset and investment strategy Client Details Our client is a leading Greater Manchester housing provider who oversee the management of over 15000 properties around the area. Description Provide strategic leadership for the strategic asset & investment team, to contribute to the achievement of strategic priorities to deliver high quality services that include: Lead accountability for the 25m annual capital programme Lead accountability for developing the capital programme for the HRA 30 year business plan Lead accountability for ensuring the accurate and timely condition surveying of 1bn stock portfolio Lead accountability in developing and leading the delivery of Building Safety, Decent Homes, Zero Carbon and Environmental Works for 1bn portfolio Lead officer in developing the council's HRA strategic asset management and investment strategy and programme, working in partnership with the political and senior executive, partners, contractors and residents. Profile A successful Interim Head of Asset Management Investment should have: Significant social housing knowledge and understanding of public services delivered at a place level and the structural, legislative and policy context within which these services operate. An understanding of the national and regional policy context for local government and social housing Previous managerial experience within a social housing environment Job Offer Daily rate of 500/day Temporary contract offering a challenging and rewarding role in the public sector. Opportunity to work in Manchester, contributing to impactful property management projects. If you're interested in this role, apply now. People are at the heart of Michael Page. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment. As an inclusive recruiter we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and experiences. If you require any adjustments or accommodations during the recruitment process, we'll work with you to ensure you can perform at your best.
Aug 15, 2026
Seasonal
The role holder will provide strategic leadership and lead the asset management strategy and commissioned works for this housing provider. You will lead and facilitate the development of the council's asset and investment strategy Client Details Our client is a leading Greater Manchester housing provider who oversee the management of over 15000 properties around the area. Description Provide strategic leadership for the strategic asset & investment team, to contribute to the achievement of strategic priorities to deliver high quality services that include: Lead accountability for the 25m annual capital programme Lead accountability for developing the capital programme for the HRA 30 year business plan Lead accountability for ensuring the accurate and timely condition surveying of 1bn stock portfolio Lead accountability in developing and leading the delivery of Building Safety, Decent Homes, Zero Carbon and Environmental Works for 1bn portfolio Lead officer in developing the council's HRA strategic asset management and investment strategy and programme, working in partnership with the political and senior executive, partners, contractors and residents. Profile A successful Interim Head of Asset Management Investment should have: Significant social housing knowledge and understanding of public services delivered at a place level and the structural, legislative and policy context within which these services operate. An understanding of the national and regional policy context for local government and social housing Previous managerial experience within a social housing environment Job Offer Daily rate of 500/day Temporary contract offering a challenging and rewarding role in the public sector. Opportunity to work in Manchester, contributing to impactful property management projects. If you're interested in this role, apply now. People are at the heart of Michael Page. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment. As an inclusive recruiter we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and experiences. If you require any adjustments or accommodations during the recruitment process, we'll work with you to ensure you can perform at your best.
Role - Technical Support Engineer (Inside IR35) Location - Stafford Reporting to the UK Service Leader, the Lead Technical Application Engineer is a key member of the Grid Automation Services operations team, providing technical leadership that supports service growth, customer confidence, and high-quality project execution. The role provides engineering support, conducts customer site surveys, supports commercial proposals, responds to customer technical enquiries, and delivers training for installed Protection and Control systems. The position requires sound technical judgement, structured problem solving, and clear engagement with customers and internal teams to resolve issues effectively. Essential Responsibilities: Review, analyse, and resolve assigned customer application enquiries using sound engineering principles while meeting business standards, procedures, quality expectations, and response deadlines. Support the commercial and sales teams by defining technically robust solutions aligned with customer specifications, scope expectations, and service delivery capability. Provide technical support to Operations and Service teams during project execution, factory acceptance testing, site acceptance testing, and commissioning activities. Support Protection and Control system engineering tasks, including technical review, issue investigation, and application guidance. Manage fault reports and customer complaints in line with defined procedures, ensuring timely technical input and clear customer communication. Support internal and external training activities, including classroom-based training and commissioning-focused knowledge transfer. Build knowledge of new products, systems, and industry standards to strengthen technical capability and support continuous improvement across the service organisation. Mandatory Requirements: Minimum BSc in Electrical Engineering, or equivalent qualification, with four to five years of relevant project or service experience. Experience with Substation Automation Systems, including technical support, testing, maintenance, and commissioning in transmission, distribution, industrial, or power plant environments. Ability to analyse customer applications and produce clear, accurate technical reports. Understanding of protection and control testing practices, tools, and equipment. Ability to travel within the UK and overseas as required. Fluent English, with the ability to communicate effectively with customers in writing and verbally. Preferred Experience: Proven knowledge of protection relays and Substation Automation solutions. Desired Characteristics : Working-level knowledge of substation protection and control system applications across transmission, distribution, and industrial environments. Ability to organise priorities, manage workload, and deliver against agreed milestones. Strong problem identification, root-cause analysis, and solution development skills. Sound judgement under pressure, with the ability to manage multiple customer enquiries simultaneously. Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills, with a constructive and customer-focused approach. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across departments. Collaborative working style with strong self-motivation, flexibility, and commitment to continuous learning. Self-starting team player with a strong sense of urgency and the ability to deliver to tight deadlines. With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.
Aug 15, 2026
Contractor
Role - Technical Support Engineer (Inside IR35) Location - Stafford Reporting to the UK Service Leader, the Lead Technical Application Engineer is a key member of the Grid Automation Services operations team, providing technical leadership that supports service growth, customer confidence, and high-quality project execution. The role provides engineering support, conducts customer site surveys, supports commercial proposals, responds to customer technical enquiries, and delivers training for installed Protection and Control systems. The position requires sound technical judgement, structured problem solving, and clear engagement with customers and internal teams to resolve issues effectively. Essential Responsibilities: Review, analyse, and resolve assigned customer application enquiries using sound engineering principles while meeting business standards, procedures, quality expectations, and response deadlines. Support the commercial and sales teams by defining technically robust solutions aligned with customer specifications, scope expectations, and service delivery capability. Provide technical support to Operations and Service teams during project execution, factory acceptance testing, site acceptance testing, and commissioning activities. Support Protection and Control system engineering tasks, including technical review, issue investigation, and application guidance. Manage fault reports and customer complaints in line with defined procedures, ensuring timely technical input and clear customer communication. Support internal and external training activities, including classroom-based training and commissioning-focused knowledge transfer. Build knowledge of new products, systems, and industry standards to strengthen technical capability and support continuous improvement across the service organisation. Mandatory Requirements: Minimum BSc in Electrical Engineering, or equivalent qualification, with four to five years of relevant project or service experience. Experience with Substation Automation Systems, including technical support, testing, maintenance, and commissioning in transmission, distribution, industrial, or power plant environments. Ability to analyse customer applications and produce clear, accurate technical reports. Understanding of protection and control testing practices, tools, and equipment. Ability to travel within the UK and overseas as required. Fluent English, with the ability to communicate effectively with customers in writing and verbally. Preferred Experience: Proven knowledge of protection relays and Substation Automation solutions. Desired Characteristics : Working-level knowledge of substation protection and control system applications across transmission, distribution, and industrial environments. Ability to organise priorities, manage workload, and deliver against agreed milestones. Strong problem identification, root-cause analysis, and solution development skills. Sound judgement under pressure, with the ability to manage multiple customer enquiries simultaneously. Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills, with a constructive and customer-focused approach. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across departments. Collaborative working style with strong self-motivation, flexibility, and commitment to continuous learning. Self-starting team player with a strong sense of urgency and the ability to deliver to tight deadlines. With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.
Yolk Recruitment has been appointed as the Executive Search Partner to the Welsh Revenue Authority for this important Board appointment. The Welsh Revenue Authority (WRA) is entering an exciting new chapter, and we are seeking up to two Non-Executive Board Members to help shape its future. Since its establishment in 2018, the WRA has collected more than £2.7 billion in Land Transaction Tax and Landfill Disposals Tax, raising vital revenue that directly supports public services across Wales. Now, as its responsibilities expand to include the National Register for visitor accommodation providers and the delivery of a Visitor Levy, the organisation is evolving into a broader services-based organisation. About the Welsh Revenue Authority The WRA is a non-Ministerial Welsh Government department, providing independence in its operational decision-making while working closely with Welsh Government, taxpayers, businesses and partners across Wales. The organisation places its customers at the heart of everything it does and is committed to being an innovative, collaborative and kind organisation. Its Corporate Plan for sets out three strategic priorities: Easy - making it easy for people to do the right thing Fair - being fair and consistent in the delivery of services Sustainable - building a sustainable and future-focused organisation The Opportunity As a Non-Executive Board Member, you will play an important role in providing strategic leadership, constructive challenge and assurance as the WRA develops. Working collectively with the Chair, Chief Executive, Executive Members and fellow Non-Executives, you will: Provide strategic leadership, vision and direction Scrutinise performance and seek assurance that organisational objectives are being achieved Support and constructively challenge the WRA leadership team Provide support through periods of organisational change Bring an external perspective and horizon-scan for emerging risks and opportunities Challenge openly and constructively, with integrity and independence Contribute to a positive and inclusive Board culture Develop strong relationships with Welsh Government and wider stakeholders Help ensure the WRA continues to operate with strong governance, effective risk management and appropriate assurance Who are we looking for? We are keen to hear from people with experience or insight in one or more of the following areas: Digital transformation, cyber security or AI The political landscape in Wales Tourism The UK tax landscape You do not need previous Board experience to apply. The WRA is particularly interested in hearing from individuals operating at a strategic level who are looking to bring their experience into a Non-Executive Board environment for the first time. You will need to demonstrate: Strategic thinking and the ability to identify emerging risks and opportunities The ability to analyse and interpret complex financial and management information Strong governance, risk management, audit or assurance experience The confidence to provide constructive challenge Strong interpersonal and communication skills The ability to develop positive and effective working relationships The highest standards of personal integrity A commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion A commitment to the WRA's values of innovation, collaboration and kindness Welsh language skills are desirable but not essential. The WRA is committed to becoming an increasingly bilingual organisation and supports its people, including Board Members, to develop their Welsh language skills. Why join the WRA Board? You will be joining an organisation with a clear public purpose at a significant point in its evolution, helping to shape how it develops its services, responds to emerging opportunities and continues to build trust with the people and organisations it serves. The WRA is a relatively small organisation with a strong culture of collaboration, innovation and openness. Its Board plays an important role not only in governance and assurance, but also in shaping the culture and strategic direction of the organisation. For those considering their first Board appointment, full induction and ongoing development support will be provided. Appointment Details Up to four years (initial appointment) 2-3 days per month, with flexibility where possible £309.75 per day, pro rata A mixture of online and in-person meetings, generally in Cardiff and Merthyr Tydfil How to apply Applications are made through the Welsh Government Public Appointments system and should include a CV and personal statement of no more than two A4 pages. Your personal statement should clearly demonstrate how your experience meets the essential criteria, using specific examples and outlining your individual contribution and the outcomes achieved. Closing date: 6 September 2026 at 4pm Assessment and interview: 21 and 23 October 2026 Interested in finding out more? Yolk Recruitment has been appointed as the Executive Search Partner for this appointment. If you are considering your first Non-Executive appointment, or you already have Board experience and are looking for an opportunity where you can make a genuine contribution to public services in Wales, we would be very happy to have a confidential conversation with you. For an informal and confidential discussion about the role or appointment process, please contact: Hannah Welfoot at Yolk Recruitment.
Aug 15, 2026
Full time
Yolk Recruitment has been appointed as the Executive Search Partner to the Welsh Revenue Authority for this important Board appointment. The Welsh Revenue Authority (WRA) is entering an exciting new chapter, and we are seeking up to two Non-Executive Board Members to help shape its future. Since its establishment in 2018, the WRA has collected more than £2.7 billion in Land Transaction Tax and Landfill Disposals Tax, raising vital revenue that directly supports public services across Wales. Now, as its responsibilities expand to include the National Register for visitor accommodation providers and the delivery of a Visitor Levy, the organisation is evolving into a broader services-based organisation. About the Welsh Revenue Authority The WRA is a non-Ministerial Welsh Government department, providing independence in its operational decision-making while working closely with Welsh Government, taxpayers, businesses and partners across Wales. The organisation places its customers at the heart of everything it does and is committed to being an innovative, collaborative and kind organisation. Its Corporate Plan for sets out three strategic priorities: Easy - making it easy for people to do the right thing Fair - being fair and consistent in the delivery of services Sustainable - building a sustainable and future-focused organisation The Opportunity As a Non-Executive Board Member, you will play an important role in providing strategic leadership, constructive challenge and assurance as the WRA develops. Working collectively with the Chair, Chief Executive, Executive Members and fellow Non-Executives, you will: Provide strategic leadership, vision and direction Scrutinise performance and seek assurance that organisational objectives are being achieved Support and constructively challenge the WRA leadership team Provide support through periods of organisational change Bring an external perspective and horizon-scan for emerging risks and opportunities Challenge openly and constructively, with integrity and independence Contribute to a positive and inclusive Board culture Develop strong relationships with Welsh Government and wider stakeholders Help ensure the WRA continues to operate with strong governance, effective risk management and appropriate assurance Who are we looking for? We are keen to hear from people with experience or insight in one or more of the following areas: Digital transformation, cyber security or AI The political landscape in Wales Tourism The UK tax landscape You do not need previous Board experience to apply. The WRA is particularly interested in hearing from individuals operating at a strategic level who are looking to bring their experience into a Non-Executive Board environment for the first time. You will need to demonstrate: Strategic thinking and the ability to identify emerging risks and opportunities The ability to analyse and interpret complex financial and management information Strong governance, risk management, audit or assurance experience The confidence to provide constructive challenge Strong interpersonal and communication skills The ability to develop positive and effective working relationships The highest standards of personal integrity A commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion A commitment to the WRA's values of innovation, collaboration and kindness Welsh language skills are desirable but not essential. The WRA is committed to becoming an increasingly bilingual organisation and supports its people, including Board Members, to develop their Welsh language skills. Why join the WRA Board? You will be joining an organisation with a clear public purpose at a significant point in its evolution, helping to shape how it develops its services, responds to emerging opportunities and continues to build trust with the people and organisations it serves. The WRA is a relatively small organisation with a strong culture of collaboration, innovation and openness. Its Board plays an important role not only in governance and assurance, but also in shaping the culture and strategic direction of the organisation. For those considering their first Board appointment, full induction and ongoing development support will be provided. Appointment Details Up to four years (initial appointment) 2-3 days per month, with flexibility where possible £309.75 per day, pro rata A mixture of online and in-person meetings, generally in Cardiff and Merthyr Tydfil How to apply Applications are made through the Welsh Government Public Appointments system and should include a CV and personal statement of no more than two A4 pages. Your personal statement should clearly demonstrate how your experience meets the essential criteria, using specific examples and outlining your individual contribution and the outcomes achieved. Closing date: 6 September 2026 at 4pm Assessment and interview: 21 and 23 October 2026 Interested in finding out more? Yolk Recruitment has been appointed as the Executive Search Partner for this appointment. If you are considering your first Non-Executive appointment, or you already have Board experience and are looking for an opportunity where you can make a genuine contribution to public services in Wales, we would be very happy to have a confidential conversation with you. For an informal and confidential discussion about the role or appointment process, please contact: Hannah Welfoot at Yolk Recruitment.
We're looking for a Senior Product Marketing Manager to own Veeqo's end-to-end product marketing engine. From positioning and messaging, to launch strategy, to adoption, to understanding what resonates with sellers and why. In this role, you'll be the strategic bridge between Product and the market. You'll ensure every new Veeqo release (from advanced shipping tools to Listings to inventory automation) has a clear value proposition, a defined audience, and a compelling story that drives awareness, activation, and long-term usage. You'll set the standard for product marketing excellence at Veeqo and raise the bar on delivery, collaboration, and seller impact. Key job responsibilities 1. Product Marketing Operations & GTM Ownership - Own how product marketing operates at Veeqo - setting the standard for how we plan, prioritise, and execute launches - Translate product priorities into clear, actionable GTM plans across Marketing, Product, and Sales - Ensure every launch has defined goals, target segments, messaging direction, and success metrics - Drive clarity on what we launch, when, and why - balancing business impact, product readiness, and team capacity 2. Cross-Functional Leadership & Stakeholder Management - Act as the central point of alignment between Product, Sales, Lifecycle, and Design - Proactively manage stakeholders to ensure alignment on priorities, timelines, and expectations - Ensure teams are working towards shared outcomes, not siloed deliverables 3. Launch Execution & Delivery Excellence - Lead end-to-end execution of product launches, ensuring high-quality delivery across all touchpoints - Coordinate cross-functional teams to ensure launches are delivered on time and to a high standard - Identify risks early and proactively resolve blockers to maintain momentum - Ensure launches are outcome-driven - focused on adoption, usage, and revenue impact, not just output 4. Building Scalable PMM Mechanisms - Establish and continuously improve repeatable processes for: - Launch planning and execution - Messaging and asset development - Sales enablement - Post-launch measurement - Create clear frameworks, templates, and ways of working that enable the team to scale effectively - Raise the bar on quality, consistency, and efficiency across all product marketing outputs 5. Adoption, Feedback Loops & Continuous Improvement - Partner with Product and Lifecycle to ensure launches translate into real seller adoption and usage - Identify gaps in adoption and work cross-functionally to address them - Establish feedback loops from Sales, Support, and sellers to inform future launches and messaging - Continuously iterate on GTM approach based on performance and insights 6. Sales Enablement & Internal Readiness - Ensure Sales and Customer-facing teams are equipped with clear, actionable materials for every launch - Drive consistency in how Veeqo is positioned across internal teams - Partner with Sales leadership to ensure priority initiatives are effectively rolled out and adopted 7. Measurement & Business Impact - Define and track success metrics for launches and GTM initiatives - Own reporting on launch performance, adoption, and impact in business reviews - Use data to inform prioritisation, improve execution, and drive continuous improvement - Ensure product marketing efforts are clearly tied to measurable business outcomes About the team Veeqo is Amazon's free multi-channel shipping software, used by 100,000 ecommerce sellers to ship orders, sync inventory, and grow across marketplaces. We combine Amazon-level innovation with a fast-moving startup culture. We're building tools that help sellers ship smarter, list products faster, and scale efficiently across all their sales channels. As part of Amazon, we benefit from deep integrations, access to Amazon's sellers and carrier programs, and a rapidly expanding feature set across shipping, inventory, reporting, listings, and more. The Integrated Marketing team uses data, seller insights, and creative experimentation to raise awareness, drive adoption, and help sellers get value quickly. We're a collaborative group of PMMs, lifecycle marketers, designers, and content specialists who ship fast and learn quickly. You'll partner closely with the wider Marketing team, Product, Sales, Design, and Amazon orgs to bring new features to market. BASIC QUALIFICATIONS - Experience with Excel or Tableau (data manipulation, macros, charts and pivot tables) - Experience building, executing and scaling cross-functional marketing programs - Experience leading go-to-market for consumer software or hardware product launches - Experience in marketing or marketing research - Experience using data and metrics to measure impact and determine improvements - Experience presenting metrics and progress to goal to senior leadership PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS - Experience using any of SQL or other analytical tools for conducting data analysis - Experience with customer segmentation, profiling, and targeting Amazon is an equal opportunities employer. We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We value your passion to discover, invent, simplify and build. Protecting your privacy and the security of your data is a longstanding top priority for Amazon. Please consult our Privacy Notice ( ) to know more about how we collect, use and transfer the personal data of our candidates. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit for more information. If the country/region you're applying in isn't listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
Aug 15, 2026
Full time
We're looking for a Senior Product Marketing Manager to own Veeqo's end-to-end product marketing engine. From positioning and messaging, to launch strategy, to adoption, to understanding what resonates with sellers and why. In this role, you'll be the strategic bridge between Product and the market. You'll ensure every new Veeqo release (from advanced shipping tools to Listings to inventory automation) has a clear value proposition, a defined audience, and a compelling story that drives awareness, activation, and long-term usage. You'll set the standard for product marketing excellence at Veeqo and raise the bar on delivery, collaboration, and seller impact. Key job responsibilities 1. Product Marketing Operations & GTM Ownership - Own how product marketing operates at Veeqo - setting the standard for how we plan, prioritise, and execute launches - Translate product priorities into clear, actionable GTM plans across Marketing, Product, and Sales - Ensure every launch has defined goals, target segments, messaging direction, and success metrics - Drive clarity on what we launch, when, and why - balancing business impact, product readiness, and team capacity 2. Cross-Functional Leadership & Stakeholder Management - Act as the central point of alignment between Product, Sales, Lifecycle, and Design - Proactively manage stakeholders to ensure alignment on priorities, timelines, and expectations - Ensure teams are working towards shared outcomes, not siloed deliverables 3. Launch Execution & Delivery Excellence - Lead end-to-end execution of product launches, ensuring high-quality delivery across all touchpoints - Coordinate cross-functional teams to ensure launches are delivered on time and to a high standard - Identify risks early and proactively resolve blockers to maintain momentum - Ensure launches are outcome-driven - focused on adoption, usage, and revenue impact, not just output 4. Building Scalable PMM Mechanisms - Establish and continuously improve repeatable processes for: - Launch planning and execution - Messaging and asset development - Sales enablement - Post-launch measurement - Create clear frameworks, templates, and ways of working that enable the team to scale effectively - Raise the bar on quality, consistency, and efficiency across all product marketing outputs 5. Adoption, Feedback Loops & Continuous Improvement - Partner with Product and Lifecycle to ensure launches translate into real seller adoption and usage - Identify gaps in adoption and work cross-functionally to address them - Establish feedback loops from Sales, Support, and sellers to inform future launches and messaging - Continuously iterate on GTM approach based on performance and insights 6. Sales Enablement & Internal Readiness - Ensure Sales and Customer-facing teams are equipped with clear, actionable materials for every launch - Drive consistency in how Veeqo is positioned across internal teams - Partner with Sales leadership to ensure priority initiatives are effectively rolled out and adopted 7. Measurement & Business Impact - Define and track success metrics for launches and GTM initiatives - Own reporting on launch performance, adoption, and impact in business reviews - Use data to inform prioritisation, improve execution, and drive continuous improvement - Ensure product marketing efforts are clearly tied to measurable business outcomes About the team Veeqo is Amazon's free multi-channel shipping software, used by 100,000 ecommerce sellers to ship orders, sync inventory, and grow across marketplaces. We combine Amazon-level innovation with a fast-moving startup culture. We're building tools that help sellers ship smarter, list products faster, and scale efficiently across all their sales channels. As part of Amazon, we benefit from deep integrations, access to Amazon's sellers and carrier programs, and a rapidly expanding feature set across shipping, inventory, reporting, listings, and more. The Integrated Marketing team uses data, seller insights, and creative experimentation to raise awareness, drive adoption, and help sellers get value quickly. We're a collaborative group of PMMs, lifecycle marketers, designers, and content specialists who ship fast and learn quickly. You'll partner closely with the wider Marketing team, Product, Sales, Design, and Amazon orgs to bring new features to market. BASIC QUALIFICATIONS - Experience with Excel or Tableau (data manipulation, macros, charts and pivot tables) - Experience building, executing and scaling cross-functional marketing programs - Experience leading go-to-market for consumer software or hardware product launches - Experience in marketing or marketing research - Experience using data and metrics to measure impact and determine improvements - Experience presenting metrics and progress to goal to senior leadership PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS - Experience using any of SQL or other analytical tools for conducting data analysis - Experience with customer segmentation, profiling, and targeting Amazon is an equal opportunities employer. We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We value your passion to discover, invent, simplify and build. Protecting your privacy and the security of your data is a longstanding top priority for Amazon. Please consult our Privacy Notice ( ) to know more about how we collect, use and transfer the personal data of our candidates. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit for more information. If the country/region you're applying in isn't listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
As an Operations and Relationship Manager in Manchester, you'll ensure the smooth running of facilities management operations while building strong partnerships with key stakeholders. This role in the public sector is all about keeping things on track and fostering positive relationships to support the organisation's goals. Client Details We're partnering with a highly respected organisation responsible for managing a portfolio of healthcare and community-focused properties across the UK. They are seeking an Operations & Relationship Manager to play a pivotal role in ensuring their buildings remain safe, compliant, welcoming, and at the heart of the communities they serve Description Manage the operational performance of a portfolio of healthcare and community facilities. Conduct building inspections, health and safety reviews, audits, and compliance checks. Monitor hard and soft FM service delivery and drive continuous improvement. Lead tenant engagement activities and act as the first point of contact for building users. Organise and facilitate stakeholder meetings, inductions, and communication programmes. Support fire safety, water hygiene, PAT testing, and wider compliance obligations. Coordinate minor works, contractor activities, and operational project support. Drive customer satisfaction initiatives and manage feedback, complaints, and service improvements. Support sustainability programmes and environmental initiatives. Work with local groups and stakeholders to maximise community use and social value across the portfolio. Profile Experience within Facilities Management, Estates Management, Property Management, Building Management, or a similar operational environment. Strong customer service and stakeholder management skills. Knowledge of health and safety and property compliance requirements. Experience managing relationships with tenants, customers, contractors, or service providers. Excellent organisational and communication skills. A proactive, solutions-focused approach with the ability to manage multiple priorities. Confidence presenting information and leading meetings with stakeholders. Strong IT and administrative skills, including Microsoft Office and digital systems. Job Offer Join an organisation delivering essential infrastructure that supports local healthcare services. Enjoy a broad role with a mix of operational management, compliance, stakeholder engagement, and community-focused initiatives. Work within a collaborative and values-driven environment. Contribute to sustainability and social value programmes that make a real impact. Benefit from regional responsibility with exposure to a diverse property portfolio. Be part of an organisation committed to professional development and continuous improvement. If you're interested in this role, apply now. People are at the heart of Michael Page. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment. As an inclusive recruiter we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and experiences. If you require any adjustments or accommodations during the recruitment process, we'll work with you to ensure you can perform at your best.
Aug 15, 2026
Full time
As an Operations and Relationship Manager in Manchester, you'll ensure the smooth running of facilities management operations while building strong partnerships with key stakeholders. This role in the public sector is all about keeping things on track and fostering positive relationships to support the organisation's goals. Client Details We're partnering with a highly respected organisation responsible for managing a portfolio of healthcare and community-focused properties across the UK. They are seeking an Operations & Relationship Manager to play a pivotal role in ensuring their buildings remain safe, compliant, welcoming, and at the heart of the communities they serve Description Manage the operational performance of a portfolio of healthcare and community facilities. Conduct building inspections, health and safety reviews, audits, and compliance checks. Monitor hard and soft FM service delivery and drive continuous improvement. Lead tenant engagement activities and act as the first point of contact for building users. Organise and facilitate stakeholder meetings, inductions, and communication programmes. Support fire safety, water hygiene, PAT testing, and wider compliance obligations. Coordinate minor works, contractor activities, and operational project support. Drive customer satisfaction initiatives and manage feedback, complaints, and service improvements. Support sustainability programmes and environmental initiatives. Work with local groups and stakeholders to maximise community use and social value across the portfolio. Profile Experience within Facilities Management, Estates Management, Property Management, Building Management, or a similar operational environment. Strong customer service and stakeholder management skills. Knowledge of health and safety and property compliance requirements. Experience managing relationships with tenants, customers, contractors, or service providers. Excellent organisational and communication skills. A proactive, solutions-focused approach with the ability to manage multiple priorities. Confidence presenting information and leading meetings with stakeholders. Strong IT and administrative skills, including Microsoft Office and digital systems. Job Offer Join an organisation delivering essential infrastructure that supports local healthcare services. Enjoy a broad role with a mix of operational management, compliance, stakeholder engagement, and community-focused initiatives. Work within a collaborative and values-driven environment. Contribute to sustainability and social value programmes that make a real impact. Benefit from regional responsibility with exposure to a diverse property portfolio. Be part of an organisation committed to professional development and continuous improvement. If you're interested in this role, apply now. People are at the heart of Michael Page. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment. As an inclusive recruiter we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and experiences. If you require any adjustments or accommodations during the recruitment process, we'll work with you to ensure you can perform at your best.
Job Title : Residential Children s Home Deputy Manager WE DO NOT PROVIDE SPONSORSHIP Service Description Established in May 2021, Young UK Today is the realisation of a vision by a dedicated team of proven and passionate care and support providers with nearly two decades of expertise in their chosen field of work. With a remarkable history of empowering the most vulnerable children and young people in the area of Supported Accommodation, our founders and management team have been lifelong champions of positive change in the lives of those facing emotional and learning disabilities (LD) and complex needs. We've always believed that early support can change the course of a young person's life. Having seen countless journeys through the care system, we recognised a need for a more nurturing, holistic approach. South Park was born from this vision, and we are committed to offering unwavering support to children and young people aged 8-17, providing them with a stable and loving environment within which to flourish and grow. Our services are built on the principles of warmth, safety, and relational care. We provide stable, well-supported environments where every child and young person is treated with dignity and respect, encouraged to develop confidence, and supported to build the skills needed for independence and a brighter future. Job Purpose The Deputy Manager for the children s home will support the Registered Manager in leading and managing the children s home according to the ethos and approach of the organisation, ensuring that outcomes and high-quality care are delivered according to the home s statement of purpose. General Duties Lead shifts and oversee staff management and supervision, care and placement planning, safeguarding, communications, report writing and monitoring quality and compliance. Ensure the staff team implements the statutory and organisational policies and procedures and provide feedback to the Registered Manager on the effectiveness of all policies and procedures. Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements, such as the Children s Homes (England) Regulations 2015 and Quality Standards for Children s Homes, Children Act 1989, Working Together to Safeguard Children 2023, Data Protection Act 2018, and Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974. Support the staff team to develop constructive working relationships within the wider community to promote the overall outcomes for looked after children. Support the staff team to develop their skills and competency to meet each child s needs and provide continuity of positive care. Lead in an aspirational way, inspiring both children and the staff. Incorporate equality and diversity into the home s culture. Provide every child with individualised positive care and care planning tailored to their individual needs and requirements, as defined in their relevant plans. Maintain professional relationships with stakeholders, as appropriate. Support the Registered Manager to run the home and deputise whenever needed. Work flexibly to ensure adequate coverage for the service, including evening work, weekend work, and bank holidays, inclusive of sleep-ins. Act as a positive role model, provide effective supervision and guidance for the team contributing to their performance and professional development. Support the Registered Manager in delivering and maintaining a high-quality service. Support senior care workers (team leaders) to develop the skills, knowledge, and ability to manage residential care workers effectively. Ensure staff are aware of their responsibilities in relation to the Children s Homes (England) Regulations 2015 and Quality Standards for Children s Homes. Work within organisational policy and procedure established in the home. Ensure children s reviews and meetings are held within the required timeframes. Ensure staff work within a non-discriminatory environment Assist the Registered Manager in the administration of related financial issues. Deputise in the Manager s absence and cover for senior residential workers and team leaders where necessary. Take part in the recruitment of prospective staff as needed. Safeguard and promote the welfare of children. Ensure recording is completed to a high standard in all areas. Complete QA audits Work with multi agency partners and ensure the team work professionally with all key stakeholders. Work with Ofsted and complete duties under the SCCIF Specific Duties Ensure residential workers are meeting the needs of children in accordance with their care plans. Ensure the quality of shift handover meetings, records, and other residential duties is in line with best-practice standards and the Children s Homes (England) Regulations 2015 and Quality Standards for Children s Homes. Ensure the home s ethos is embedded in the shifts and that children are involved in the day-to-day running of the service. Ensure the teamwork meets the needs of children from diverse backgrounds under the legislation, policy, and best practice standards. Take responsibility for overseeing safeguarding children and supporting the team to reduce the children s risks. Ensure children access services that meet their education, social, emotional, mental health, and well-being needs. Plan and deliver the service and its programs to meet the needs of children. Plan the rota and shift presence to ensure the needs of children are being met. Monitor children s progress Guide the team to ensure service delivery. Ensure a social inclusion focus is embedded within services. Take part in on-call arrangements. Supervise and support the development of the staff team in line with their statutory training requirements and continuous professional development (CPD). Ensure staff are inducted and briefed on working with children care planning systems and any programmes for positive care. Ensure the home follows health, safety and fire precautions and procedures. Ensure staff and children adhere to the home s ICT policies. Ensure quality monitoring and health and safety assessments are conducted, and action plans are implemented. Ensure effective risk assessment and personal safety procedures are in place to protect staff and children under organisational policies and procedures and keep them under regular review. Ensure care planning, key working, safeguarding, incidents, health, education and activities recording is completed in the required timeframe and to the required standard. Person Specification Qualifications and Education Have attained a Level 3 / 4 Diploma in Health and Social Care for Children and Young People. Be willing to attain a qualification of at least or equivalent to Level 5 Diploma in Health and Social care for Children and Young People. Demonstrate commitment to continuing professional development. Experience A minimum of two years experience in a supervisory role within a children s residential setting. Knowledge and Understanding A sound working knowledge of the statutory requirements related to children s residential care. This includes the Children s Homes (England) Regulations 2015 and Quality Standards for Children s Homes, SCCIF, Children Act 1989, Working Together to Safeguard Children 2023, Data Protection Act 2018, and Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974, and related policies and procedures for the day-to-day running of a residential children s home. Understanding children s rights, child protection, safeguarding children, the impact of abuse and neglect, equality and diversity, care and placement planning, risk assessment, and review processes. Understanding children s education, health, social, emotional and psychological needs of looked after children and ensuring these needs are met. Robust understanding of safeguarding children and young people including from exploitation. Ensure they will deputise for the Registered manager, when required. Skill and Abilities Supporting the Registered Manager for the training and development of staff team members, regular reflective supervision, and rostering to ensure continuity of positive care for each child. Coping with stress and complex dynamics and demonstrating emotional resilience. Handling a wide range of administrative tasks related to the day-to-day running of a children s home. Prioritising and organising workload to maintain and promote quality. Sustaining and working through placement issues to prevent placement breakdowns. Monitoring the service for quality of care and in line with the requirements of Ofsted inspection. Developing constructive working relationships with the wider community and multi-agency teams. Ability to motivate, direct, and delegate in a residential setting. Organisational skills. Skills in financial management. Equality and Diversity Promoting equality and valuing diversity through legislation, policies, procedures, and relevant standards. Identify patterns of discrimination and take actions to overcome this and enable others to promote quality and diversity and a non-discriminatory culture that supports people in exercising their rights. Communication . click apply for full job details
Aug 14, 2026
Full time
Job Title : Residential Children s Home Deputy Manager WE DO NOT PROVIDE SPONSORSHIP Service Description Established in May 2021, Young UK Today is the realisation of a vision by a dedicated team of proven and passionate care and support providers with nearly two decades of expertise in their chosen field of work. With a remarkable history of empowering the most vulnerable children and young people in the area of Supported Accommodation, our founders and management team have been lifelong champions of positive change in the lives of those facing emotional and learning disabilities (LD) and complex needs. We've always believed that early support can change the course of a young person's life. Having seen countless journeys through the care system, we recognised a need for a more nurturing, holistic approach. South Park was born from this vision, and we are committed to offering unwavering support to children and young people aged 8-17, providing them with a stable and loving environment within which to flourish and grow. Our services are built on the principles of warmth, safety, and relational care. We provide stable, well-supported environments where every child and young person is treated with dignity and respect, encouraged to develop confidence, and supported to build the skills needed for independence and a brighter future. Job Purpose The Deputy Manager for the children s home will support the Registered Manager in leading and managing the children s home according to the ethos and approach of the organisation, ensuring that outcomes and high-quality care are delivered according to the home s statement of purpose. General Duties Lead shifts and oversee staff management and supervision, care and placement planning, safeguarding, communications, report writing and monitoring quality and compliance. Ensure the staff team implements the statutory and organisational policies and procedures and provide feedback to the Registered Manager on the effectiveness of all policies and procedures. Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements, such as the Children s Homes (England) Regulations 2015 and Quality Standards for Children s Homes, Children Act 1989, Working Together to Safeguard Children 2023, Data Protection Act 2018, and Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974. Support the staff team to develop constructive working relationships within the wider community to promote the overall outcomes for looked after children. Support the staff team to develop their skills and competency to meet each child s needs and provide continuity of positive care. Lead in an aspirational way, inspiring both children and the staff. Incorporate equality and diversity into the home s culture. Provide every child with individualised positive care and care planning tailored to their individual needs and requirements, as defined in their relevant plans. Maintain professional relationships with stakeholders, as appropriate. Support the Registered Manager to run the home and deputise whenever needed. Work flexibly to ensure adequate coverage for the service, including evening work, weekend work, and bank holidays, inclusive of sleep-ins. Act as a positive role model, provide effective supervision and guidance for the team contributing to their performance and professional development. Support the Registered Manager in delivering and maintaining a high-quality service. Support senior care workers (team leaders) to develop the skills, knowledge, and ability to manage residential care workers effectively. Ensure staff are aware of their responsibilities in relation to the Children s Homes (England) Regulations 2015 and Quality Standards for Children s Homes. Work within organisational policy and procedure established in the home. Ensure children s reviews and meetings are held within the required timeframes. Ensure staff work within a non-discriminatory environment Assist the Registered Manager in the administration of related financial issues. Deputise in the Manager s absence and cover for senior residential workers and team leaders where necessary. Take part in the recruitment of prospective staff as needed. Safeguard and promote the welfare of children. Ensure recording is completed to a high standard in all areas. Complete QA audits Work with multi agency partners and ensure the team work professionally with all key stakeholders. Work with Ofsted and complete duties under the SCCIF Specific Duties Ensure residential workers are meeting the needs of children in accordance with their care plans. Ensure the quality of shift handover meetings, records, and other residential duties is in line with best-practice standards and the Children s Homes (England) Regulations 2015 and Quality Standards for Children s Homes. Ensure the home s ethos is embedded in the shifts and that children are involved in the day-to-day running of the service. Ensure the teamwork meets the needs of children from diverse backgrounds under the legislation, policy, and best practice standards. Take responsibility for overseeing safeguarding children and supporting the team to reduce the children s risks. Ensure children access services that meet their education, social, emotional, mental health, and well-being needs. Plan and deliver the service and its programs to meet the needs of children. Plan the rota and shift presence to ensure the needs of children are being met. Monitor children s progress Guide the team to ensure service delivery. Ensure a social inclusion focus is embedded within services. Take part in on-call arrangements. Supervise and support the development of the staff team in line with their statutory training requirements and continuous professional development (CPD). Ensure staff are inducted and briefed on working with children care planning systems and any programmes for positive care. Ensure the home follows health, safety and fire precautions and procedures. Ensure staff and children adhere to the home s ICT policies. Ensure quality monitoring and health and safety assessments are conducted, and action plans are implemented. Ensure effective risk assessment and personal safety procedures are in place to protect staff and children under organisational policies and procedures and keep them under regular review. Ensure care planning, key working, safeguarding, incidents, health, education and activities recording is completed in the required timeframe and to the required standard. Person Specification Qualifications and Education Have attained a Level 3 / 4 Diploma in Health and Social Care for Children and Young People. Be willing to attain a qualification of at least or equivalent to Level 5 Diploma in Health and Social care for Children and Young People. Demonstrate commitment to continuing professional development. Experience A minimum of two years experience in a supervisory role within a children s residential setting. Knowledge and Understanding A sound working knowledge of the statutory requirements related to children s residential care. This includes the Children s Homes (England) Regulations 2015 and Quality Standards for Children s Homes, SCCIF, Children Act 1989, Working Together to Safeguard Children 2023, Data Protection Act 2018, and Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974, and related policies and procedures for the day-to-day running of a residential children s home. Understanding children s rights, child protection, safeguarding children, the impact of abuse and neglect, equality and diversity, care and placement planning, risk assessment, and review processes. Understanding children s education, health, social, emotional and psychological needs of looked after children and ensuring these needs are met. Robust understanding of safeguarding children and young people including from exploitation. Ensure they will deputise for the Registered manager, when required. Skill and Abilities Supporting the Registered Manager for the training and development of staff team members, regular reflective supervision, and rostering to ensure continuity of positive care for each child. Coping with stress and complex dynamics and demonstrating emotional resilience. Handling a wide range of administrative tasks related to the day-to-day running of a children s home. Prioritising and organising workload to maintain and promote quality. Sustaining and working through placement issues to prevent placement breakdowns. Monitoring the service for quality of care and in line with the requirements of Ofsted inspection. Developing constructive working relationships with the wider community and multi-agency teams. Ability to motivate, direct, and delegate in a residential setting. Organisational skills. Skills in financial management. Equality and Diversity Promoting equality and valuing diversity through legislation, policies, procedures, and relevant standards. Identify patterns of discrimination and take actions to overcome this and enable others to promote quality and diversity and a non-discriminatory culture that supports people in exercising their rights. Communication . click apply for full job details
Are you a Senior Design Manager looking for an opportunity to join a UK leading main contractor working on exciting and high profile projects? Due to continued growth, you will be joining a UK leading main contractor working on a high profile 150m high-rise development in the heart of Leeds City Centre. The role of a Senior Design Manager You will be working on 150m RC frame 45 storey BtR high rise accommodation block and two 15 storey commercial office blocks located in the heart of Leeds. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Senior Design Manager to take the technical and design lead. You will be working alongside knowledgeable, professional, and supportive construction professionals who will provide you with the environment in which you can thrive and progress your career. The company are a multi-disciplinary main contractor with a solid track record of delivering high quality sustainable builds across commercial, leisure, industrial, retail, mixed tenure and student accommodation / high-rise residential. My clients take great pride in exceeding client expectations and value honesty & trust with their clients, subcontractors and internal team members which have allowed them to go above and beyond and consistently deliver high quality projects time and time again. About the role of a Senior Design Manager: Reporting directly to the Design Director Hybrid role. Working on a 150m High Rise Student Accommodation and commercial offices project. Experience / Qualifications Required for a Senior Design Manager: The successful candidate must have a career history and track record of Design Management and a Senior Design roles within a similar size main contractor environment and have worked on large sizeable construction projects. Excellent people management skills with the ability to motivate and work to strict build programmes and deadlines & exceed client expectations. Track record of the delivery of high standards. Excellent planning & time management skills. Benefits for a Senior Design Manager: Salary up to 90,000 DOE Car allowance & mileage. Private healthcare. Excellent employer pension contribution. 26 days holiday + bank holidays. Good additional company benefits & perks. If you think you would be a good fit for this role or would like more information on the position call Alex Cocker on (phone number removed) in our Sheffield office, or email a copy of your CV to (url removed)
Aug 14, 2026
Full time
Are you a Senior Design Manager looking for an opportunity to join a UK leading main contractor working on exciting and high profile projects? Due to continued growth, you will be joining a UK leading main contractor working on a high profile 150m high-rise development in the heart of Leeds City Centre. The role of a Senior Design Manager You will be working on 150m RC frame 45 storey BtR high rise accommodation block and two 15 storey commercial office blocks located in the heart of Leeds. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Senior Design Manager to take the technical and design lead. You will be working alongside knowledgeable, professional, and supportive construction professionals who will provide you with the environment in which you can thrive and progress your career. The company are a multi-disciplinary main contractor with a solid track record of delivering high quality sustainable builds across commercial, leisure, industrial, retail, mixed tenure and student accommodation / high-rise residential. My clients take great pride in exceeding client expectations and value honesty & trust with their clients, subcontractors and internal team members which have allowed them to go above and beyond and consistently deliver high quality projects time and time again. About the role of a Senior Design Manager: Reporting directly to the Design Director Hybrid role. Working on a 150m High Rise Student Accommodation and commercial offices project. Experience / Qualifications Required for a Senior Design Manager: The successful candidate must have a career history and track record of Design Management and a Senior Design roles within a similar size main contractor environment and have worked on large sizeable construction projects. Excellent people management skills with the ability to motivate and work to strict build programmes and deadlines & exceed client expectations. Track record of the delivery of high standards. Excellent planning & time management skills. Benefits for a Senior Design Manager: Salary up to 90,000 DOE Car allowance & mileage. Private healthcare. Excellent employer pension contribution. 26 days holiday + bank holidays. Good additional company benefits & perks. If you think you would be a good fit for this role or would like more information on the position call Alex Cocker on (phone number removed) in our Sheffield office, or email a copy of your CV to (url removed)
Interaction milton keynes are currently looking for an Operations manager for one of our long standing clients based in newport Pagnell, Milton Keynes. The role is Monday to Friday 08:00 -17:00, you must be able to drive and own your own car. You will be reporting to the director of operations. About the company: County Rents and Exclusive Housing are part of a family owned group providing the best solutions in temporary accommodation for local authorities and national agencies. They currently support over 1800 households during difficult times for them and are a trusted provider with over 20 years of experience. Job Overview: We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Operations Manager to oversee the daily operations of our temporary accommodation facilities. The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring the smooth, efficient, and effective delivery of services, maintaining high standards of service delivery, compliance, and managing the operational team. This role requires a proactive individual with strong leadership skills, a focus on operational excellence, and the ability to adapt in a fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities: Operational Management: Oversee day-to-day operations of temporary accommodation facilities, ensuring all services are delivered to a high standard. Implement and manage operational procedures, policies, and standards to ensure consistency and quality. Monitor and manage occupancy levels, maintenance repairs, and overall capacity planning. Team Leadership: Lead, motivate, and manage a diverse team, including front-line staff, external contractors, maintenance officers and our service centre. Conduct regular training and development sessions to enhance team skills and knowledge. Foster a positive and collaborative work environment, encouraging high performance and staff retention. Customer Service: Ensure exceptional customer service is provided at all times, addressing and resolving customer issues promptly and effectively. Create a cross function collaboration for complaint resolution. Develop and implement strategies to improve guest satisfaction and experience. Financial Management: Assessing and approving expenditures within agreed mandates and negotiate commercial terms. Monitor expenses and implement cost-saving measures without compromising service quality. Collaborate with the finance department to ensure accurate billing and payment processes. Health and Safety: Ensure compliance with all health and safety regulations and standards, maintaining a safe environment for tenants and staff. Regularly review and update health and safety policies and procedures. Ensure up to date compliance reviews and HHSRS standards are adhered to at all time. Strategic Planning and Development: Work with senior management to develop and implement long-term operational strategies. Deliver internal strategies such as Project 30 and Blue Sky Review Identify and pursue opportunities for service improvement and business growth. Reporting and Analysis: Prepare regular reports on operational performance, including occupancy rates, operation performance, customer satisfaction, and other key metrics. Analyse data to identify trends, challenges, and opportunities for improvement. Key Requirements: Education: Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Hospitality Management, or a related field is desired. Experience: Minimum of 3 years of experience in property management, preferably in the hospitality, property management, or temporary accommodation sector is desired Skills and Competencies: Strong leadership and people management skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Proven ability to add commercially without affecting service outcome Strong organisational and problem-solving skills. Knowledge of Housing regulations and standards. Proficiency in using property management systems and other relevant software. Personal Attributes: Proactive, adaptable, and able to work under pressure. Customer-focused with a commitment to delivering high-quality service. Strong ethical standards and integrity. Benefits: Competitive salary and benefits package. Opportunities for professional development and career advancement. A supportive and dynamic work environment. If you are interested in this role please apply online with your full CV and preferably a cover letter. INDMK INDNH
Aug 14, 2026
Full time
Interaction milton keynes are currently looking for an Operations manager for one of our long standing clients based in newport Pagnell, Milton Keynes. The role is Monday to Friday 08:00 -17:00, you must be able to drive and own your own car. You will be reporting to the director of operations. About the company: County Rents and Exclusive Housing are part of a family owned group providing the best solutions in temporary accommodation for local authorities and national agencies. They currently support over 1800 households during difficult times for them and are a trusted provider with over 20 years of experience. Job Overview: We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Operations Manager to oversee the daily operations of our temporary accommodation facilities. The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring the smooth, efficient, and effective delivery of services, maintaining high standards of service delivery, compliance, and managing the operational team. This role requires a proactive individual with strong leadership skills, a focus on operational excellence, and the ability to adapt in a fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities: Operational Management: Oversee day-to-day operations of temporary accommodation facilities, ensuring all services are delivered to a high standard. Implement and manage operational procedures, policies, and standards to ensure consistency and quality. Monitor and manage occupancy levels, maintenance repairs, and overall capacity planning. Team Leadership: Lead, motivate, and manage a diverse team, including front-line staff, external contractors, maintenance officers and our service centre. Conduct regular training and development sessions to enhance team skills and knowledge. Foster a positive and collaborative work environment, encouraging high performance and staff retention. Customer Service: Ensure exceptional customer service is provided at all times, addressing and resolving customer issues promptly and effectively. Create a cross function collaboration for complaint resolution. Develop and implement strategies to improve guest satisfaction and experience. Financial Management: Assessing and approving expenditures within agreed mandates and negotiate commercial terms. Monitor expenses and implement cost-saving measures without compromising service quality. Collaborate with the finance department to ensure accurate billing and payment processes. Health and Safety: Ensure compliance with all health and safety regulations and standards, maintaining a safe environment for tenants and staff. Regularly review and update health and safety policies and procedures. Ensure up to date compliance reviews and HHSRS standards are adhered to at all time. Strategic Planning and Development: Work with senior management to develop and implement long-term operational strategies. Deliver internal strategies such as Project 30 and Blue Sky Review Identify and pursue opportunities for service improvement and business growth. Reporting and Analysis: Prepare regular reports on operational performance, including occupancy rates, operation performance, customer satisfaction, and other key metrics. Analyse data to identify trends, challenges, and opportunities for improvement. Key Requirements: Education: Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Hospitality Management, or a related field is desired. Experience: Minimum of 3 years of experience in property management, preferably in the hospitality, property management, or temporary accommodation sector is desired Skills and Competencies: Strong leadership and people management skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Proven ability to add commercially without affecting service outcome Strong organisational and problem-solving skills. Knowledge of Housing regulations and standards. Proficiency in using property management systems and other relevant software. Personal Attributes: Proactive, adaptable, and able to work under pressure. Customer-focused with a commitment to delivering high-quality service. Strong ethical standards and integrity. Benefits: Competitive salary and benefits package. Opportunities for professional development and career advancement. A supportive and dynamic work environment. If you are interested in this role please apply online with your full CV and preferably a cover letter. INDMK INDNH
Senior Allocations & Lettings Officer Location: Hybrid working - 3 days onsite and 2 days remote Contract: Initial 4-month contract, with a strong possibility of extension Start date: 1st September Rate: £32.59 PAYE or £42 Umbrella Team responsibility: Managing a small team of 5 officers An award-winning public sector organisation is seeking an experienced Senior Allocations & Lettings Officer to manage and support the delivery of an efficient, responsive, and customer-focused social housing allocations and lettings service. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced housing professional with strong team management skills and a detailed understanding of housing legislation, allocations policies, voids, lettings, and housing options. The Role As Senior Allocations & Lettings Officer, you will manage a team of five officers responsible for delivering housing allocations, lettings, transfers, decants, and under-occupation services. You will provide leadership, guidance, and support to ensure that applicants and residents receive accurate advice and appropriate housing solutions. You will also work closely with internal teams, Registered Providers, contractors, landlords, surveyors, and other partners to deliver a seamless and financially efficient service. The role requires a strong customer focus, excellent organisational skills, and the ability to make sound decisions within a legislative and performance-driven environment. Key Responsibilities Manage, motivate, and develop a team of five officers delivering allocations and lettings services. Oversee the provision of social housing in line with relevant legislation, statutory guidance, and housing allocation policies. Maintain a detailed working knowledge of the Housing Act 1996 Part VI and relevant homelessness legislation. Support the delivery of allocations through the housing register, transfers, decants, nominations, and under-occupation schemes. Monitor performance against key performance indicators and service standards. Work with the voids team, surveyors, contractors, and landlords to improve void turnaround times and minimise rental income loss. Ensure available properties are allocated and let efficiently and in accordance with policy. Liaise closely with Registered Providers regarding nomination requests and nomination agreements. Provide advice and guidance to residents regarding housing options, temporary accommodation, social housing, transfers, and alternative housing solutions. Manage and respond to customer complaints, Members' enquiries, and complex correspondence within required timescales. Prepare written and verbal briefings, reports, performance information, and financial returns for senior management and relevant stakeholders. Ensure officers maintain accurate, timely, and complete records on the authority's housing IT systems. Ensure that information is recorded correctly to meet legal, landlord, tenant, and data-quality requirements. Assist with emergency housing decants, transfers, service continuity, and other urgent housing matters. About You The successful candidate will have: Proven experience working in housing allocations, lettings, housing management, or a related property environment. Experience managing, supervising, coaching, or supporting a team. Good knowledge of housing legislation, statutory guidance, and social housing allocation frameworks. An understanding of Housing Act 1996 Part VI and homelessness legislation. Experience working with housing registers, nominations, transfers, decants, voids, or temporary accommodation. Experience supporting vulnerable residents and handling sensitive or complex customer issues. Experience working within a performance management framework and reporting against KPIs. Strong knowledge of customer-focused housing services and service improvement. Experience managing complaints, enquiries, correspondence, and competing priorities. Good numeracy and basic accounting skills, including the ability to produce clear and accurate reports. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to adapt messages to different audiences. Strong administrative, organisational, record-keeping, and case-management skills. Experience using housing management systems, databases, spreadsheets, email, and other IT applications. Knowledge of health and safety procedures and their practical application within housing and lettings services. The ability to work effectively in a hybrid, agile, and sometimes remote-working environment. A relevant housing qualification, NVQ, GCSEs, or equivalent experience within housing or property management would be advantageous Working Arrangements This is an initial 4-month contract with a view to extend, subject to service requirements and performance. The successful candidate will work on a hybrid basis, with 3 days onsite and 2 days remote. The role is expected to commence on 1st September. The position offers the opportunity to join an award-winning organisation and make a direct contribution to the delivery of effective social housing and lettings services.
Aug 14, 2026
Full time
Senior Allocations & Lettings Officer Location: Hybrid working - 3 days onsite and 2 days remote Contract: Initial 4-month contract, with a strong possibility of extension Start date: 1st September Rate: £32.59 PAYE or £42 Umbrella Team responsibility: Managing a small team of 5 officers An award-winning public sector organisation is seeking an experienced Senior Allocations & Lettings Officer to manage and support the delivery of an efficient, responsive, and customer-focused social housing allocations and lettings service. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced housing professional with strong team management skills and a detailed understanding of housing legislation, allocations policies, voids, lettings, and housing options. The Role As Senior Allocations & Lettings Officer, you will manage a team of five officers responsible for delivering housing allocations, lettings, transfers, decants, and under-occupation services. You will provide leadership, guidance, and support to ensure that applicants and residents receive accurate advice and appropriate housing solutions. You will also work closely with internal teams, Registered Providers, contractors, landlords, surveyors, and other partners to deliver a seamless and financially efficient service. The role requires a strong customer focus, excellent organisational skills, and the ability to make sound decisions within a legislative and performance-driven environment. Key Responsibilities Manage, motivate, and develop a team of five officers delivering allocations and lettings services. Oversee the provision of social housing in line with relevant legislation, statutory guidance, and housing allocation policies. Maintain a detailed working knowledge of the Housing Act 1996 Part VI and relevant homelessness legislation. Support the delivery of allocations through the housing register, transfers, decants, nominations, and under-occupation schemes. Monitor performance against key performance indicators and service standards. Work with the voids team, surveyors, contractors, and landlords to improve void turnaround times and minimise rental income loss. Ensure available properties are allocated and let efficiently and in accordance with policy. Liaise closely with Registered Providers regarding nomination requests and nomination agreements. Provide advice and guidance to residents regarding housing options, temporary accommodation, social housing, transfers, and alternative housing solutions. Manage and respond to customer complaints, Members' enquiries, and complex correspondence within required timescales. Prepare written and verbal briefings, reports, performance information, and financial returns for senior management and relevant stakeholders. Ensure officers maintain accurate, timely, and complete records on the authority's housing IT systems. Ensure that information is recorded correctly to meet legal, landlord, tenant, and data-quality requirements. Assist with emergency housing decants, transfers, service continuity, and other urgent housing matters. About You The successful candidate will have: Proven experience working in housing allocations, lettings, housing management, or a related property environment. Experience managing, supervising, coaching, or supporting a team. Good knowledge of housing legislation, statutory guidance, and social housing allocation frameworks. An understanding of Housing Act 1996 Part VI and homelessness legislation. Experience working with housing registers, nominations, transfers, decants, voids, or temporary accommodation. Experience supporting vulnerable residents and handling sensitive or complex customer issues. Experience working within a performance management framework and reporting against KPIs. Strong knowledge of customer-focused housing services and service improvement. Experience managing complaints, enquiries, correspondence, and competing priorities. Good numeracy and basic accounting skills, including the ability to produce clear and accurate reports. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to adapt messages to different audiences. Strong administrative, organisational, record-keeping, and case-management skills. Experience using housing management systems, databases, spreadsheets, email, and other IT applications. Knowledge of health and safety procedures and their practical application within housing and lettings services. The ability to work effectively in a hybrid, agile, and sometimes remote-working environment. A relevant housing qualification, NVQ, GCSEs, or equivalent experience within housing or property management would be advantageous Working Arrangements This is an initial 4-month contract with a view to extend, subject to service requirements and performance. The successful candidate will work on a hybrid basis, with 3 days onsite and 2 days remote. The role is expected to commence on 1st September. The position offers the opportunity to join an award-winning organisation and make a direct contribution to the delivery of effective social housing and lettings services.
A reputable London housing provider is seeking an experienced Senior Allocations & Lettings Officer to join its Housing and Lettings service on a temporary basis. This is a senior operational role responsible for overseeing the delivery of an effective, customer-focused social housing allocations and lettings service , while supporting and managing a team of officers. Location: London Working Pattern: Hybrid - 3 days office-based Contract: Temporary Pay Rate: £31.50 - £32.59 per hour The successful candidate will have strong knowledge of social housing allocations, lettings, housing legislation and statutory guidance , together with proven experience of managing staff, monitoring performance and working with internal and external stakeholders. Key Responsibilities Lead and oversee the day-to-day delivery of social housing allocations and lettings , including housing register, transfers, decants and under-occupation cases. Manage, motivate and support a team of housing officers to deliver a high-quality, responsive and customer-focused service. Ensure allocations and lettings are delivered in accordance with Housing Act 1996 Part VI, the Council/Housing Provider Allocation Scheme and relevant statutory guidance . Work closely with voids, repairs, surveyors and contractors to improve void turnaround times and minimise rental income loss. Manage nominations and maintain effective relationships with Registered Providers and housing association partners , ensuring nomination agreements and allocation policies are followed. Monitor service performance against agreed KPIs, targets and service standards , producing accurate performance and financial information. Oversee the accurate maintenance of housing management systems and ensure records are complete, up to date and compliant with relevant requirements. Respond to and coordinate Member enquiries, customer complaints, escalated cases and complex housing enquiries within required timescales. Provide clear housing advice and guidance to residents regarding social housing, temporary accommodation, transfers and available housing options. Support emergency decants, transfers and rehousing arrangements , working closely with relevant internal teams and external partners. Prepare written reports, briefings and correspondence for senior managers, elected Members, solicitors and other stakeholders. Identify service improvements and develop initiatives to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the allocations and lettings service. Build strong working relationships with residents, colleagues, Registered Providers, contractors, health and welfare services and other partner agencies. Ensure services are delivered fairly and inclusively, with particular consideration given to vulnerable residents and customers with additional needs . Support the training, development and induction of team members and contribute to continuous service improvement. Essential Experience & Knowledge: Proven experience working within social housing allocations and lettings . Strong knowledge of Housing Act 1996 Part VI and housing allocation legislation. Understanding of the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017 and relevant homelessness statutory guidance. Experience managing or supervising housing/allocations officers. Experience of managing housing registers, nominations, transfers, decants and lettings . Strong understanding of voids management and void turnaround performance . Experience working with Registered Providers / Housing Associations . Proven experience monitoring KPIs, performance targets and service standards . Experience handling complex customer enquiries, complaints and Members' enquiries . Strong knowledge of housing management systems and accurate case recording. Desirable Local authority or housing association experience. Experience using housing management systems such as Northgate, NEC, Civica, MRI or equivalent . Experience of working with Locata or other choice-based lettings systems . Knowledge of temporary accommodation and homelessness pathways. Experience contributing to housing policy or service improvement initiatives. Relevant housing qualification such as CIH or equivalent professional experience. You will be comfortable working in a fast-paced housing environment, managing complex allocations and lettings issues, interpreting legislation and making sound decisions. You will also need to demonstrate strong stakeholder management skills and the ability to work collaboratively across housing, repairs, voids, Registered Providers and other partner services. , APPLY NOW, If you have strong Senior Allocations, Lettings or Housing Register experience and are immediately available for a hybrid London assignment, we would be keen to hear from you.
Aug 14, 2026
Full time
A reputable London housing provider is seeking an experienced Senior Allocations & Lettings Officer to join its Housing and Lettings service on a temporary basis. This is a senior operational role responsible for overseeing the delivery of an effective, customer-focused social housing allocations and lettings service , while supporting and managing a team of officers. Location: London Working Pattern: Hybrid - 3 days office-based Contract: Temporary Pay Rate: £31.50 - £32.59 per hour The successful candidate will have strong knowledge of social housing allocations, lettings, housing legislation and statutory guidance , together with proven experience of managing staff, monitoring performance and working with internal and external stakeholders. Key Responsibilities Lead and oversee the day-to-day delivery of social housing allocations and lettings , including housing register, transfers, decants and under-occupation cases. Manage, motivate and support a team of housing officers to deliver a high-quality, responsive and customer-focused service. Ensure allocations and lettings are delivered in accordance with Housing Act 1996 Part VI, the Council/Housing Provider Allocation Scheme and relevant statutory guidance . Work closely with voids, repairs, surveyors and contractors to improve void turnaround times and minimise rental income loss. Manage nominations and maintain effective relationships with Registered Providers and housing association partners , ensuring nomination agreements and allocation policies are followed. Monitor service performance against agreed KPIs, targets and service standards , producing accurate performance and financial information. Oversee the accurate maintenance of housing management systems and ensure records are complete, up to date and compliant with relevant requirements. Respond to and coordinate Member enquiries, customer complaints, escalated cases and complex housing enquiries within required timescales. Provide clear housing advice and guidance to residents regarding social housing, temporary accommodation, transfers and available housing options. Support emergency decants, transfers and rehousing arrangements , working closely with relevant internal teams and external partners. Prepare written reports, briefings and correspondence for senior managers, elected Members, solicitors and other stakeholders. Identify service improvements and develop initiatives to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the allocations and lettings service. Build strong working relationships with residents, colleagues, Registered Providers, contractors, health and welfare services and other partner agencies. Ensure services are delivered fairly and inclusively, with particular consideration given to vulnerable residents and customers with additional needs . Support the training, development and induction of team members and contribute to continuous service improvement. Essential Experience & Knowledge: Proven experience working within social housing allocations and lettings . Strong knowledge of Housing Act 1996 Part VI and housing allocation legislation. Understanding of the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017 and relevant homelessness statutory guidance. Experience managing or supervising housing/allocations officers. Experience of managing housing registers, nominations, transfers, decants and lettings . Strong understanding of voids management and void turnaround performance . Experience working with Registered Providers / Housing Associations . Proven experience monitoring KPIs, performance targets and service standards . Experience handling complex customer enquiries, complaints and Members' enquiries . Strong knowledge of housing management systems and accurate case recording. Desirable Local authority or housing association experience. Experience using housing management systems such as Northgate, NEC, Civica, MRI or equivalent . Experience of working with Locata or other choice-based lettings systems . Knowledge of temporary accommodation and homelessness pathways. Experience contributing to housing policy or service improvement initiatives. Relevant housing qualification such as CIH or equivalent professional experience. You will be comfortable working in a fast-paced housing environment, managing complex allocations and lettings issues, interpreting legislation and making sound decisions. You will also need to demonstrate strong stakeholder management skills and the ability to work collaboratively across housing, repairs, voids, Registered Providers and other partner services. , APPLY NOW, If you have strong Senior Allocations, Lettings or Housing Register experience and are immediately available for a hybrid London assignment, we would be keen to hear from you.
Are you an experienced Commercial Manager with a strong background in Social Housing Planned Works? Do you thrive on leading commercial teams, driving profitability, and delivering successful refurbishment and investment programmes? Client Details We are partnering with a leading construction and property services organisation to recruit a Commercial Manager to join their growing Planned Maintenance division. This is a senior leadership opportunity offering responsibility for multiple social housing contracts and the chance to play a key role in delivering major investment and regeneration programmes across the West Midlands. Description Lead the commercial management of multiple social housing planned works contracts. Drive contract profitability through effective cost control, forecasting and cash flow management. Manage, mentor and develop teams of Quantity Surveyors, Senior Quantity Surveyors and Assistant Quantity Surveyors. Ensure robust contract administration, commercial governance and risk management. Oversee subcontractor procurement, valuations, payments and final accounts. Identify value engineering opportunities and support commercial improvement initiatives. Work collaboratively with Operational Managers, Project Managers and Clients to deliver successful outcomes. Support contract mobilisation, delivery and close-out activities. Produce accurate CVRs, financial reports and forecasts. Protect and maximise contractual entitlements through effective contract management. Profile Proven experience operating as a Commercial Manager or Senior Commercial Manager within Social Housing Planned Works. Experience managing multiple contracts simultaneously. Previous leadership experience with direct reports and responsibility for developing commercial teams. Strong knowledge of JCT and NEC contracts. Excellent commercial, financial and contractual management capability. Experience producing CVRs, forecasts and financial performance reports. Strong client-facing and stakeholder management skills. Full UK Driving Licence. Job Offer Competitive salary Car allowance Annual bonus scheme Private healthcare Enhanced pension contributions 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays Flexible working arrangements Ongoing leadership development and career progression opportunities Opportunity to work on high-profile social housing investment and refurbishment programmes If you're interested in this role, apply now. People are at the heart of Michael Page. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment. As an inclusive recruiter we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and experiences. If you require any adjustments or accommodations during the recruitment process, we'll work with you to ensure you can perform at your best.
Aug 14, 2026
Full time
Are you an experienced Commercial Manager with a strong background in Social Housing Planned Works? Do you thrive on leading commercial teams, driving profitability, and delivering successful refurbishment and investment programmes? Client Details We are partnering with a leading construction and property services organisation to recruit a Commercial Manager to join their growing Planned Maintenance division. This is a senior leadership opportunity offering responsibility for multiple social housing contracts and the chance to play a key role in delivering major investment and regeneration programmes across the West Midlands. Description Lead the commercial management of multiple social housing planned works contracts. Drive contract profitability through effective cost control, forecasting and cash flow management. Manage, mentor and develop teams of Quantity Surveyors, Senior Quantity Surveyors and Assistant Quantity Surveyors. Ensure robust contract administration, commercial governance and risk management. Oversee subcontractor procurement, valuations, payments and final accounts. Identify value engineering opportunities and support commercial improvement initiatives. Work collaboratively with Operational Managers, Project Managers and Clients to deliver successful outcomes. Support contract mobilisation, delivery and close-out activities. Produce accurate CVRs, financial reports and forecasts. Protect and maximise contractual entitlements through effective contract management. Profile Proven experience operating as a Commercial Manager or Senior Commercial Manager within Social Housing Planned Works. Experience managing multiple contracts simultaneously. Previous leadership experience with direct reports and responsibility for developing commercial teams. Strong knowledge of JCT and NEC contracts. Excellent commercial, financial and contractual management capability. Experience producing CVRs, forecasts and financial performance reports. Strong client-facing and stakeholder management skills. Full UK Driving Licence. Job Offer Competitive salary Car allowance Annual bonus scheme Private healthcare Enhanced pension contributions 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays Flexible working arrangements Ongoing leadership development and career progression opportunities Opportunity to work on high-profile social housing investment and refurbishment programmes If you're interested in this role, apply now. People are at the heart of Michael Page. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment. As an inclusive recruiter we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and experiences. If you require any adjustments or accommodations during the recruitment process, we'll work with you to ensure you can perform at your best.
Event Manager (12 Month Contract On-Site) Roche Diagnostics UK Ltd. - Burgess Hill Our client, a dynamic organisation in the events industry, is seeking a talented Event Manager to orchestrate a variety of internal and external events that align with their strategic business objectives. This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about delivering exceptional experiences. About the Role: As the Event Manager, you will work closely with the Events Team Leader and a dedicated group of event professionals. Your primary responsibility will be to design and deliver remarkable events, including large multi-day conferences, gala dinners, third-party exhibitions, and intimate customer visits-both nationally and internationally. Core Responsibilities: Facilitate the creation and execution of outstanding events as part of the marketing strategy. Supervise budgeting, scheduling, deliverables, vendor coordination, invoicing, contractual matters, logistics, and event reporting. Champion the use of essential tools and processes, including the CRM system (Rexis) and the marketing content approval platform (Acadia). Manage event budgets in alignment with the business plan. Respond to and project manage internal and external event requests, including: - Sourcing and contracting venues - Managing content and speakers - Tracking event budgets and raising purchase orders - On-site event and delegate management - Booking accommodations and travel - Conducting risk assessments and ensuring health and safety compliance - Monitoring registrations and formulating attendee lists The Team: Support the Team Leader with team engagement initiatives and regular check-ins. Assist in meeting training needs and onboarding processes for team members. Collaborate with the team to drive the delivery of marketing and business plans, suggesting corrective actions throughout the year. Key Relationships: Work collaboratively with event team members and key stakeholders. Maintain essential relationships across the affiliate and global network. Experience, Skills, and Knowledge: Essential: Proven experience and in-depth knowledge of managing virtual, hybrid, and face-to-face events. Strong project and stakeholder management skills. Proficiency in budget management, communication, and organisational abilities. Exceptional problem-solving skills and adaptability, with the ability to remain calm under pressure. Understanding of the role of events within a commercial organisation. Desirable: Familiarity with event-related platforms such as Cvent and Salesforce. A degree in Event Management, Marketing, Business, or a related field. Line management experience. Knowledge of customer experience journeys/journey mapping. Understanding of the diagnostic or healthcare industries, and/or relevant experience. This full-time, fixed-term contract offers the chance to make a significant impact within a vibrant organisation. If you are a proactive and enthusiastic Event Manager looking to take the next step in your career, this role might be the perfect fit! Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explains how we will use your information - please copy and paste the following link in to your browser (url removed)
Aug 14, 2026
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Event Manager (12 Month Contract On-Site) Roche Diagnostics UK Ltd. - Burgess Hill Our client, a dynamic organisation in the events industry, is seeking a talented Event Manager to orchestrate a variety of internal and external events that align with their strategic business objectives. This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about delivering exceptional experiences. About the Role: As the Event Manager, you will work closely with the Events Team Leader and a dedicated group of event professionals. Your primary responsibility will be to design and deliver remarkable events, including large multi-day conferences, gala dinners, third-party exhibitions, and intimate customer visits-both nationally and internationally. Core Responsibilities: Facilitate the creation and execution of outstanding events as part of the marketing strategy. Supervise budgeting, scheduling, deliverables, vendor coordination, invoicing, contractual matters, logistics, and event reporting. Champion the use of essential tools and processes, including the CRM system (Rexis) and the marketing content approval platform (Acadia). Manage event budgets in alignment with the business plan. Respond to and project manage internal and external event requests, including: - Sourcing and contracting venues - Managing content and speakers - Tracking event budgets and raising purchase orders - On-site event and delegate management - Booking accommodations and travel - Conducting risk assessments and ensuring health and safety compliance - Monitoring registrations and formulating attendee lists The Team: Support the Team Leader with team engagement initiatives and regular check-ins. Assist in meeting training needs and onboarding processes for team members. Collaborate with the team to drive the delivery of marketing and business plans, suggesting corrective actions throughout the year. Key Relationships: Work collaboratively with event team members and key stakeholders. Maintain essential relationships across the affiliate and global network. Experience, Skills, and Knowledge: Essential: Proven experience and in-depth knowledge of managing virtual, hybrid, and face-to-face events. Strong project and stakeholder management skills. Proficiency in budget management, communication, and organisational abilities. Exceptional problem-solving skills and adaptability, with the ability to remain calm under pressure. Understanding of the role of events within a commercial organisation. Desirable: Familiarity with event-related platforms such as Cvent and Salesforce. A degree in Event Management, Marketing, Business, or a related field. Line management experience. Knowledge of customer experience journeys/journey mapping. Understanding of the diagnostic or healthcare industries, and/or relevant experience. This full-time, fixed-term contract offers the chance to make a significant impact within a vibrant organisation. If you are a proactive and enthusiastic Event Manager looking to take the next step in your career, this role might be the perfect fit! Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explains how we will use your information - please copy and paste the following link in to your browser (url removed)
