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Were looking for a Senior Business Development Manager to support and grow the Technology Group within a leading professional services firm. The Technology Group is a strategic priority for the organisation and brings together partners and associates from a range of practice areas, including Corporate, Technology, Digital, Data, Intellectual Property and Competition. This is an opportunity for an experienced business development professional with a strong background in the technology sector who can bring a strategic and client focused approach while enhancing the firm's external market presence in this space. The nature of the cross practice structure will allow for extensive collaboration and visibility across the firm. Key Responsibilities Strategy Provide strategic business development leadership to the Technology Practice, including creating and delivering a cohesive business development strategy alongside the Technology Group leadership. Coordinate internally with relevant practice groups, international offices and country teams. Lead on twice yearly strategy reporting to the firm's governance committees and ensure that key performance indicators for the Technology Group and its sub groups are met. Act as a senior strategic advisor to the partners within the Technology Leadership Group. Business Development Manage client targeting activities for both existing and potential clients, including cross selling, spotting opportunities and pursuing new client prospects. Produce high quality pitches, credentials documents and training materials to support client engagement. Oversee planning, production and distribution of external communications including thought leadership, briefings, podcasts, expert guides and blogs, ensuring they reach the correct target audience. Work with communications teams to enhance visibility in relevant publications and to strengthen the firm's online presence. Plan and deliver both internal and external events aligned with strategic objectives, ensuring follow up activities lead to tangible outcomes. Oversee directory submissions and selected award submissions, working with junior business development colleagues. Set and manage the international strategy for the Technology Group, including target markets, relationships with overseas firms and travel or conference activity. Relationships and Communication Build strong relationships with partners, supporting them with tailored business development activity. Support client relationship management by ensuring clients receive appropriate communications and are included in relevant targeting plans. Engage with associates who have an interest in technology, supporting and guiding them with business development initiatives. Act as the business development lead for the Technology Cross Practice group, ensuring effective communication, information sharing and coordination across the firm. Candidate Profile Candidates must have: At least seven to ten years of business development or legal sector experience, with a strong focus on or interest in the technology sector. Deep understanding of the technology landscape, including key companies, market dynamics and emerging trends. Experience developing and delivering strategic plans aligned with wider organisational objectives. Strong client relationship management skills, with a track record of engaging senior stakeholders. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to produce compelling pitches and proposals. Strong collaboration skills, with the ability to lead cross functional teams and support junior colleagues. A proactive and self motivated approach, with strong problem solving ability and focus on achieving measurable outcomes. Strong commercial awareness and the ability to understand client needs. Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates

We are seeking a Principal Control, Command, Signalling, and Communications (CCS&C) Engineer to provide expert guidance on RSSB's CCS&C standards and signalling projects, with expertise in either conventional signalling or digital signalling. This integral role involves leading the development of system compatibility requirements, ensuring safe integration, and managing operational technology including hardware, firmware, software, and data for signalling, train control, traffic management, SCADA, and remote monitoring systems. This is a permanent, full-time role based at our Fenchurch Avenue office and includes some hybrid working. The closing date for this role is 12th January 2026. Early application is encouraged, and candidates may be contacted before the close date. RSSB reserves the right to close this advertisement early should suitable candidates be identified. What you'll be doing: Provide technical leadership and expertise on rail systems engineering, predominately control, command, signalling and communications (CCS&C) Lead and contribute to research and innovation projects, standards development, and industry guidance on CCS&C topics, such as conventional signalling, digital signalling, cyber security, and interoperability Engage with a wide range of stakeholders, including rail operators, infrastructure managers, suppliers, regulators, and academia, to understand their needs and expectations, and to influence and promote best practice in (CCS&C) engineering Work as part of a multidisciplinary team of engineers, analysts, and specialists, and collaborate with external partners and experts, to deliver high-quality outputs that support RSSB's vision and mission What we're looking for: A degree in engineering, computer science, or a related discipline, and a professional qualification (e.g. CEng, IEng, CITP) or equivalent experience Extensive knowledge and experience in (CCS&C) engineering, and a track record of delivering successful projects and outcomes Effective communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to present complex technical information to diverse audiences, both verbally and in writing Analytical and problem-solving skills, and the ability to apply systems thinking and innovation to (CCS&C) challenges and opportunities A passion for rail safety and standards, and a commitment to continuous learning and professional development Why Join RSSB? We value our people and offer a competitive benefits package, including: 30 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) Private medical and dental cover Smart working policy Season ticket loan and travel subsidy Cycle to work scheme Volunteer leave Performance-related bonus Pension scheme Learning and development opportunities We value diversity and equal opportunities in employment and are committed to creating a workplace which is inclusive to everyone. As a member of the Disability Confident Scheme , we encourage candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria, to apply for our jobs. If you have applied under the Disability Confident Scheme, please let us know in advance by emailing Find out more about Diversity and Inclusion at RSSB: Rail Safety and Standards Board Careers - VERCIDA If you require any reasonable adjustments with respect to our selection process including information in an alternative format, please contact us at We understand the importance of work-life balance and we offer our staff the flexibility to work within our core hours and the option to vary their location between both the office and home. If you are looking for further flexibility, speak to us at interview stage so that we can consider your request.

In a Nutshell We have a fantastic opportunity for a Assistant Development Manager to join our team within Vistry East London , at our Brentwood office. As our Assistant Development Manager, you will be responsible for supporting the Land & Development Managers in the pre-construction phases of their development projects, including feasibility, legal, design, planning and health and safety related activities and assist the Development Manager in the progress of potential new developments or phases through the technical, legal, planning and financial hurdles to the stage of signing off the Budget Pack and starting on site. General - To support the Regional Development Director and senior members of the Development team in the efficient running of the Development function. To support the pre-construction process via the project team from handover to completion. Financials - To support the Regional Development Director and senior members of the Development team in their responsibility to ensure overall financial viability of development is maintained and controlled at all times Legal - Responsibility to support (Senior) Development Manager in their responsibility to ensure overall legal requirements are met for a development Planning - Responsibility to support (Senior) Development Manager in their responsibility to ensure planning consent is secured (Region dependent) Internal Governance - Responsibility to support (Senior) Development Manager in their responsibility to secure internal governance approval We value in-person collaboration and team culture, but we're also committed to supporting flexible working where possible. We encourage you to raise any specific requirements during the interview process so we can explore how this could be accommodated. Let's cut to the chase, what's in it for you Competitive basic salary and annual bonus Company car, car allowance or travel allowance Salary sacrifice car scheme available to all employees Up to 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays increasing to up to 39 days with service 2 Volunteering days per annum Private medical insurance, with employee paid cover Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave Competitive pension scheme through salary sacrifice Life assurance at 4 x your annual salary Share save and share incentive schemes Employee rewards portal with many more benefits In return, what we would like from you Behave in line with our company values - Integrity, Caring and Quality As a minimum, educated to A level standard or equivalent, or ability to demonstrate relevant experience in a similar position. Proficient in MS Office programmes; particularly Excel, Word, and Outlook A keen interest in Development or preconstruction activities Good geographic knowledge Organised and methodical, with good attention to detail Highly numerate with the ability to undertake feasibility appraisals Highly literate and able to understand and interpret complex legal documentation Able to work under own initiative, having good decision making skills and a keen sense of responsibility Ability to follow and lead change management programmes Firm commitment to accountability, performance management, target setting and monitoring Professional manner Able to work as part of a team as well as autonomously Ability to communicate well with individuals at all levels Able to travel on a regular basis throughout the area, with access to a vehicle on a daily basis Desirable A desire to continue with further education Some experience in a Development role within the Construction industry; ideally in either Affordable Housing, Care or Property Development More about the Assistant Development Manager role Assist other Development Managers in their work with the Land / New Business department during the pre-development programme. Support the Development Team in facilitating early Handover of prospective Development sites from the Land / New Business Team to the full Project Team Assist senior members in the Development Team in settling the Construction Budget and programme, monitoring all Developments through a thorough review of development co-ordination checklists on a regular basis. Assist the Development Managers in preparing and submitting a Post Investment Review and Ensure Project Close out Reports are completed and concluded, where appropriate via the Technical Team. Assist with the preparation of land and build contracts, to ensure land is secured and contracts are entered into in line with agreed timescales. Assist the team to prepare consultant appointments and collateral warranties, and to co-ordinate signatures, scan and circulate documents as required. Assist the team to complete paperwork and reports in order to gain internal approvals and ensure audit compliance. Assist the team to procure suitable supporting information e.g. surveys, reports, assessments etc. required to support the planning process and enable sufficient pre delivery planning/design. This may include placing orders and dealing with invoice enquiries. Assist the team to approve invoices via the company financial systems Liaison with the Legal department / appointed Solicitor / Technical department as required to ensure all relevant documentation is available at the requisite time including: Conveyance Plans Section 38 / 104 Agreements Open Space Agreements Service Wayleaves / Easements Freehold Transfer Contracts Carry out duties in compliance with the Company's ISO9001 accreditation. Support the Group Environmental Policy. Management of several small projects, with the support of a Development Manager, to enable development and career progression. Any other task deemed necessary to the role. Finally, let's tell you a bit more about us We build more than homes, we're making Vistry. Being a responsible developer and award-winning employer means we live each day through our ethos - doing the right thing. Our behaviours reflect this, as well as our values of integrity, caring and quality. Shaping all we do; they empower us to develop sustainable communities across affordable and private housing. We work in a partnership-led way, and you'll recognise our renowned brands Bovis Homes, Linden Homes and Countryside Homes. Together with Vistry Works, our manufacturing operation, and the functional support of Vistry Services, we're a proud UK Green Building Council member, UK top five housebuilder with a five-star House Builders Federation (HBF) customer satisfaction rating, and winner of many awards including Top Employer, Global Top Inspiring Workplaces, and Best for Talent Attraction and Outreach. Join us in making Vistry. JBRP1_UKTJ

We are looking for an experienced audit professional to take ownership of a varied client portfolio, manage engagements from planning through completion, and play a key role in developing both client relationships and the wider business. What you'll be doing Managing a portfolio of medium and large clients, including group structures. Allocating staff to audits and overseeing workflow. Reviewing audit files and highlighting key issues to the Responsible Individual (RI). Liaising professionally with clients to maintain strong working relationships. Setting budgets, negotiating fees, and raising invoices in line with agreed billing schedules. Monitoring delivery against budgets and identifying causes of overruns. Participating in appraisals, reviews, and identifying training needs for the team. Engaging in business development and networking to contribute to firm growth. What we're looking for ACA or ACCA qualified. At least 2 years' post-qualified audit experience within a UK accountancy practice. Strong technical knowledge of UK GAAP. IT proficient, ideally with CaseWare experience. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to prioritise, meet deadlines, and manage multiple assignments. Strong risk assessment skills at both planning and completion stages. Proactive, flexible, and confident in working independently or as part of a team. Demonstrates a positive, professional attitude and acts as a role model to others. What's on offer Competitive salary, dependent on experience. Hybrid working (Monday to Friday). Annual Christmas Bonus equivalent to one week's salary. Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme (Employer: 5%; Employee: 3%), subject to eligibility. Private Medical Insurance after 3 months' service (taxable benefit). Death in Service cover (4x salary). Group Income Protection Scheme (non-contributory) after 3 months' service. 25 days annual leave (pro-rata), including 3 days normally taken at Christmas/New Year. Connect2Employment is a trading style of Luton & Kent Commercial Services LLP - A joint venture between Luton Borough Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Employment is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.

Job Title: Senior/Principal Environmental Consultant (EIA) Location: Manchester Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting one of the world's leading multi-disciplinary consultancy firms. With a global reputation for delivering sustainable solutions across infrastructure, energy, water, environment, and transport, this is an organisation offering outstanding opportunities for ambitious professionals who want to make a meaningful difference. Their UK Environment Practice is a vibrant network of over 600 specialists, providing world-class consultancy and advisory services to help clients address today's biggest challenges - from climate change and biodiversity net gain to social inclusion and urbanisation. In Manchester, their key clients include National Highways, Network Rail, Transport for the North, Anglian Water, Environment Agency, Transport for Greater Manchester, WYCA, and a range of local authorities. We are now looking to speak with experienced Environmental Consultants with strong EIA expertise to join their established team. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual with practical experience in environmental coordination, assessment, and management to step up in their career, working on major infrastructure projects and helping shape the future of our built and natural environment. The Role Your purpose will include: Leading on the coordination and delivery of environmental work across multidisciplinary teams, including EIA, options appraisals and environmental management. Line managing and mentoring a team of environmental professionals. Championing high standards of environmental performance within projects, influencing design and delivery for optimal outcomes. Collating and editing information from multiple sources to prepare clear, well-structured reports. Delivering high-quality outputs on time and within budget, while reviewing and assuring the work of others. Building and managing client relationships in a confident and professional manner. Leading and supporting on bid preparation and business development. Actively pursuing Continual Professional Development (CPD) in line with professional institute requirements. What You Can Bring Degree or Masters in an environmental or related science discipline. Significant post-graduate experience within consultancy (Chartered status desirable). Proven track record of working on major infrastructure projects. Comprehensive knowledge of the EIA process and relevant technical expertise. Leadership experience within multidisciplinary teams. Strong report writing, verbal and presentation skills, with the ability to review and assure the work of others. Ability to prioritise, manage workload under pressure and deliver consistently. Strong interpersonal skills with the confidence to communicate effectively at all levels. A flexible and adaptable approach, with enthusiasm and commitment to delivering sustainable outcomes. Why Join? This consultancy has been recognised as a LinkedIn Top 25 Company and one of the Times Top 50 Employers for Women. They are committed to innovation, sustainability, and creating long-term social value. You will benefit from: Working on some of the UK's most influential and high-profile environmental and infrastructure projects. A strong emphasis on career development, including structured training, mentoring and CPD. A genuinely inclusive and diverse working environment, with active employee networks and supportive policies. Flexible working arrangements to support your wellbeing and work-life balance. Interested? The hiring manager is looking to meet with suitable candidates ASAP so if you meet the above criteria, please contact Josh Jones on (phone number removed) or (url removed)

An opportunity has arisen for an ambitious Tax Manager to join a highly respected UK tax team in Cambridge. This Tax Manager role is ideal for a driven tax specialist who is looking to take on greater responsibility, contribute to the continued growth of the practice and step into a key leadership role in the future. As a Tax Manager you will be overseeing client relationships and acting as a Senior point of contact for all technical queries. This opportunity is to work with a recognised specialist across the UK and combine the knowledge of tax advisers, accountants and lawyers to deliver a comprehensive and forward thinking service. Key responsibilities within the role will include: Managing a broad portfolio of clients with complex personal and corporate tax matters Providing specialist advice on residence, domicile, capital gains and cross border issues Overseeing the delivery of both advisory projects and compliance work to ensure accuracy and technical excellence Leading, mentoring and developing a growing team of tax professionals Working closely with senior leadership on succession planning and long term strategic initiatives Identifying opportunities for added value tax planning and wider advisory support Supporting business development activities, helping to raise the profile of the tax team and the wider firm Qualifications and experience The successful candidate will hold the CTA qualification as a minimum and will have strong experience advising on UK residence issues and complex capital gains. Experience managing both advisory and compliance work, together with the ability to lead and motivate a team, will be desired but not essential.

This is an onsite position, based in our Cyber Centre of Excellence in Maidenhead Cyber Business Our Cyber business unit is at the forefront of pioneering advanced cryptographic and key management solutions, facilitating the confidential exchange of vital information for customers operating at both tactical and strategic echelons. Join our team and participate in the innovation that ensures the highest security and trust worldwide. Job Description Working within the DevOps team provide the software configuration management, build management and engineering tools management to project teams within the Cyber UK Business Unit. Role Summary The role, in conjunction with the DevOps / Configuration Manager and the DevOps team, involves working with multiple project teams, each team potentially using different technologies and ranging in size from 2 to 40 engineers spread across several sites. The incumbent will provide robust configuration management and build solutions to multiple (software / firmware) projects within the Cyber UK Business Unit, delivering multiple concurrent research, development and production programmes. Key Responsibilities Develop (from a design) and maintain the continuous integration (CI) pipelines, ensuring that they are operational, fit for purpose and delivering the required outputs for the project team. Suggest and implement minor improvements to the CI pipelines. Be the primary interface to the project for DevOps, understanding the project's requirements and development processes. Perform regular monitoring of the DevOps environment, using dashboards, respond to events that require further analysis and potential remediation. Conduct appropriate independent research regarding the evolution of the DevOps environment, feeding back suggestions to the other members of the DevOps team. Execute tests within a protype environment for the proving of a proposed change to the DevOps environment, working with the Senior DevOps Engineer to agree the tests and processes to evaluate. Required Experience, Skills and Qualifications A relevant engineering / computer science degree or equivalent experience Working knowledge Version Control Systems (client side) git, SourceTree, gitextensions, SVN & TortoiseSVN Scripting - Python, DOS-CMD, PowerShell, Bash Continuous Integration Systems - Jenkins, GitHubEnterprise & GitLab Configuration Management Systems - Ansible & Packer Task Management Systems - Tools - Jira, GitHub, GitLab Awareness Version Control System (server-side) Bitbucket, GitHub Enterprise, GitLab & VisualSVN Virtualisation Systems - Hyper-V, VirtualBox & ProxMox Security Clearance Candidates must be willing and able to obtain, and maintain, DV security clearance Notice Due to the nature of the programs we deliver for our customers, candidates may need to obtain the relevant security clearance or handle export-controlled material as defined by the role's requirements. Applicants must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate level of security clearance for the role. Due to the nature of our work, you must be a British Citizen who has been resident in the UK for the past 5 years in order to apply for SC clearance and 10 years for DV. For more information, please visit the UKSV website.

Digital Workplace Coach | 12 Months Assignment Location: London-based (Hybrid, Onsite Presence Required) We are seeking an experienced Digital Workplace Coach to join a leading investment management firm on a high-impact, long-term contract. This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established, values-driven team committed to helping colleagues across all levels get the best from modern workplace tools and AI-powered platforms. What You'll Be Doing: You'll support approximately colleagues internationally and combine proactive outreach with responsive support, helping colleagues get the most from the digital tools they use every day. Your core responsibilities: Run coaching sessions-including 1:1s, team drop-ins, onboarding, and structured masterclasses. Provide hands-on guidance on tools like Asana, Microsoft 365, Zoom, ChatGPT Enterprise, Superhuman, Calendly, and others. Proactively identify opportunities for smarter tool usage across teams and departments. Turn digital strategies into actionable how-to guides, workflows, and comms. Engage directly with Customer Success Managers from platforms (like Asana or OpenAI) to organise sessions and stay ahead of updates. Track tool usage, behaviours, and impact through analytics and user feedback, reporting quarterly. Be a champion for digital dexterity-raising the baseline for systems thinking, adaptability, and productivity across the firm. What We're Looking For: Proven experience in digital enablement, L&D, change management, or workplace transformation. Confidence and presence-someone comfortable proactively engaging with busy professionals, from junior staff to senior leaders. Strong knowledge of modern workplace tools (you won't know them all perfectly-but you'll be curious, adaptable, and able to leverage resources). Excellent coaching skills, with a clear, supportive, and empathetic style. Familiarity with adult learning, behavioural science, or change models (eg, ADKAR) is a plus. A data-informed mindset: You use usage data and feedback loops to guide your work and measure success. Experience in investment management or financial services is highly desirable but not essential for standout candidates. You'll play a key role in raising the digital baseline of a world-class organisation that's eager to learn-but needs the right kind of coach to guide the way. If you fit this criteria, we would love to hear from you.

JOB TITLE: Audit Senior ROLE TYPE: Permanent, Full time (hybrid working) LOCATION: Hertfordshire or London HOURS/DAYS (per week): Monday to Friday (9.30am-5.30pm London) or (9am-5pm Herts), flexi-time available after probation (core hours 10am-4pm) SALARY RANGE: Competitive Salary (DOE) NOTICE & PROBATION PERIODS: 6 weeks' notice, 3 months' probation BENEFITS/BONUSES/HOLIDAYS: 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays. Hybrid & flexible working, health & wellbeing plans, regular social events, workplace pension, long service awards, health cash plan, life assurance, holiday trading scheme, season ticket loans. COMPANY CULTURE & SUMMARY: My client has been established for over 50 years and is a dynamic, medium-sized accounting practice with offices in Hertfordshire and Central London. They have a few Partners and a total headcount of over 90 staff, ranging from apprentices to highly experienced managers. They provide the full range of professional services as an established and progressive accountancy firm, including audit and accounts, management consultancy, payroll and taxation. This firm want to be the 'go to' firm for small and medium sized enterprises providing a truly excellent professional service that is tailored to meet clients' needs and requirements. This practice work with clients ranging from all fields of business, industry, the professions and arts, including large corporates operating nationally and internationally, privately owned businesses of every size, partnerships, sole traders and self-employed individuals. JOB ROLES/RESPONSIBILITIES (include but not limited to): This firm have a brilliant opportunity to join their firm as an Audit Senior working within their busy Audit Department, reporting to the Audit Director. The Audit Department provides services to a wide and varied client base specialising in owner managed businesses. The client sectors are extensive and include manufacturing, distribution, retail, wholesale, property, FCA regulated entities, professional organisations, recruitment, charities, academies and pension schemes. The main duties for this position will involve the audit of clients' accounts at clients premises or at one of the offices within either Hertfordshire, or London. The audit of clients' accounts from books and records. The work involved will cover conducting audits at clients' premises as well as on site. Timely completion of audit files from audit planning through to completion. The preparation of financial statements under various accounting standards including FRS 102, IFRS, Charity SORP. Preparation of accounts from client records for non-audit clients which will be in the form of, Limited Companies, LLP Partnerships and Charities. The preparation of tax computations for corporation tax based upon accounts prepared. Reporting directly to the manager on progress and developments throughout the assignment. Liaise with the manager or client on improvements which could be made to the client's accounts function as noted when conducting the audit or preparing the accounts. Reconciliation of control accounts and advising the manager or client directly of any adjustments needed. Supervising the audit process on site, supporting and developing junior members of staff. Reviewing of junior audit work and providing timely feedback. Monitor and manage the progress of the audit assignment against the original budget. Other ad hoc duties as may be required from time to time to assist the smooth running of the Audit Department or to provide additional assistance to clients such as training or general accounting and taxation matters. ANY SPECIFIC TRAINING/QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: Strong previous experience in a senior audit role, qualified to ACA standard or equivalent by experience, with a well-rounded knowledge of auditing standards and accounting principles Highly motivated self-starter with the ability to complete assignments from start to finish within time constraints and deadlines Excellent communication skills and strong interpersonal skills with the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, partners and clients Good organisation skills with the ability to multitask, working on multiple projects, and meet Demonstrates the ability to delegate duties to staff and supervise junior members of the team, sharing knowledge and providing guidance as needed Confident IT and systems skills, with a track record of understanding client's needs and using technologies to achieve effective management ACA qualified Knowledge of CCH Audit Automation and CCH Accounts Production Full UK Right to Work INTERVIEW & START DATES: ASAP

Senior Audit Associate Oxford Permanent, Full-Time About the Firm We are a fast-growing, tech-enabled accounting firm that partners with ambitious businesses to help them achieve their goals and make an impact. Our mission is to become the UK's leading tech-enabled accounting firm for SMEs. We work collaboratively in a respectful environment, delivering exceptional service while shaping the future of accounting. Our focus on SME and small-cap listed clients means variety and learning for our team. You'll gain early exposure to CFOs and CEOs, work on audits from start to finish, and develop strong technical knowledge alongside project and client leadership skills-all within a positive, supportive, and diverse team. The Role As a Senior Associate in Audit, you will: Deliver audits for a wide range of companies across various sectors. Complete audit assignments across client portfolios, working closely with managers and directors. Work both on-site and remotely as part of an audit team. Supervise and train junior team members, ensuring clarity on objectives and overall client work. Plan audit assignments and prepare financial statements. About You You are ACA or ACCA qualified and: Possess excellent communication and influencing skills. Are comfortable working with multiple stakeholders at all levels. Have strong project management skills and can deliver multiple projects successfully. Build strong relationships that lead to engaged teams and additional client work. Value feedback and foster a culture of learning and improvement. Thrive in a hybrid-working environment. What's on Offer A clear progression plan and support for your growth journey. Exceptional learning and development opportunities. A hybrid working model (37.5-hour week, core hours 10am-4pm). A flexible, collaborative, and fast-paced environment. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)

Office Manager Hereford 26,000 - 34,000 (DOE) We are recruiting an office manager to play a key role in the success of our client's modern accountancy firm. They are a progressive firm who are passionate about making a difference to our local Herefordshire based client base. We love working with local business and we love pushing the boundaries of what is expected from an accountancy firm. We are looking for a key team member to take ownership of all things office management, including business performance and marketing. We operate on a subscription basis with our clients, as opposed to the older annual billing method of thinking. In addition, we are a paperless office and provide the flexibility to our clients of being able to work remotely. Although not applicable to this role, our office operates a flexible working policy, with many of the team utilising remote working. This role will come with free parking, as well as a fully supported development program for the candidate. We reiterate, THIS IS NOT A STANDARD RECEPTIONIST ROLE - We are looking for a superstar office manager to work with our superstar accountancy team. Person Specification Has excellent timekeeping and prioritises work effectively Confidentiality is key at all times Is flexible, reliable, co-operative and has a professional approach to work Works as a positive, friendly and helpful team player Communicates in a positive and constructive manner Uses initiative and takes a proactive approach to work by regularly seeking ways to improve internal procedures Positively supports and promotes changes within the work environment Has an interest and aptitude for social media interaction Business Performance Reviewing and reporting key metrics of performance to the directors Reviewing of team performance and ensuring targets are achieved by liaising with team members to plan work Take an active role in the development of the business performance and to identify and communicate deficiencies and areas for improvement To oversee the marketing of the business and to utilise the team members in actively posting marketing content online and through social media To identify marketing opportunities for the business, including networking events, advertising, etc To liaise with and manager the directors time in order to ensure performance and work targets are achieved. First Point of Call for Clients Answering of all incoming telephone calls from Clients in a professional manner. Opening of all incoming post, and distribute as necessary Acts as a first point of contact in the office for all Team Members and Clients Control of all office requirements - stationery to maintenance issues Liaise with IT consultant on office technical issues Document Production Creates typed work of a high quality and accuracy Makes effective use of the Document Management System for client virtual portal Creates new documents from templates, using contact data using Mail Merge Uses initiative to compose and send on behalf of Manager, correspondence requiring focused concentration and attention to detail Be able to supply reports for Managers using internal accounts production / document Management software Control accurate records of all files (hard and virtual) within the office to GDPR compliant levels IT Skills/Systems Maintains a high level of proficiency in core IT applications including the Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook) Be confident in learning and the subsequent use of new software products Be efficient in timely submission of client data to HRMC and Companies House Previous office management experience in an accountancy firm preferable but not essential. The hours of work for this opportunity are 9:00am to 5:15pm (M-F) with an hour for lunch.

Our longstanding client, a hybrid IT solutions and recruitment business, has some exciting growth plans and is looking for a delivery account manager to work on one of its most lucrative accounts. The business works with blue chip organisations across the UK and abroad and has a great reputation for delivering the best candidates in tech. In a nutshell; Pure delivery of IT/digital roles Acct management/on-boarding and monitoring of performance Every tool made available to assist you in doing a great job No sales targets as such (purely delivery/filling of roles) Great team environment Not your typical recruitment agency role! Great basic plus comprehensive commission scheme Hybrid working Ideally you will be a recruiter with 12 months+ experience and be adept at finding those difficult-to-find people. This firms' clients are hiring in numbers at the moment so this offers a great opportunity to move away from that 360 sales role to concentrate on the part of the recruitment job you enjoy - recruiting! Interested? Just curious? Apply now in confidence

Job Title: Administrator Location: Bromsgrove Contract Type: Full-Time Salary: Up to £28,000 per annum We are looking for a proactive and organised Client Administrator to support the smooth running of our client's office and assist the client-facing teams. The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining accurate records, coordinating onboarding processes, and ensuring day-to-day administrative operations run efficiently. Benefits Package Competitive salary. 23 days annual leave plus public holidays. Additional day of holiday for each year of service, up to 26 days. Pension contributions above the statutory minimum. Health plan benefits. On-site parking. Opportunities for ongoing training and professional development. Main Responsibilities Preparing documentation and forms for newly onboarded clients. Coordinating the client onboarding process and working closely with Client Managers to verify that all paperwork is complete and compliant. Updating and maintaining client files, ensuring documents are stored accurately and consistently. Managing shared inboxes and overseeing diary scheduling. Supporting billing activities, including invoice administration and basic credit control tasks. Monitoring and replenishing office supplies, handling orders, and managing inventory. Overseeing the office filing and document management system, including daily scanning, organising, and archiving. Handling all incoming mail and deliveries across departments-logging, labelling, distributing, and dispatching items as required. Assisting with the filing and distribution of documents in line with departmental needs. Producing professionally formatted letters, reports, and formal documents. Supporting the submission of statutory filings to Companies House and HMRC. Providing day-to-day administrative support to colleagues across the business. Welcoming visitors, coordinating client interactions, and acting as a point of contact for general enquiries. Ensuring electronic and physical filing systems are up-to-date and well organised. Maintaining client data within the firm's software systems. Carrying out additional administrative tasks as needed. Skills, Experience & Attributes Ability to thrive in a busy, fast-moving environment. Strong organisational skills with exceptional attention to detail. Confident using technology, including Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word. A collaborative team player who is also capable of working independently and managing their workload effectively. Strong communication skills and the ability to liaise professionally with individuals at all levels. High level of discretion and professionalism when handling confidential information.

Who We Are Boston Consulting Group partners with leaders in business and society to tackle their most important challenges and capture their greatest opportunities. BCG was the pioneer in business strategy when it was founded in 1963. Today, we help clients with total transformation-inspiring complex change, enabling organizations to grow, building competitive advantage, and driving bottom-line impact. To succeed, organizations must blend digital and human capabilities. Our diverse, global teams bring deep industry and functional expertise and a range of perspectives to spark change. BCG delivers solutions through leading-edge management consulting along with technology and design, corporate and digital ventures-and business purpose. We work in a uniquely collaborative model across the firm and throughout all levels of the client organization, generating results that allow our clients to thrive. What You'll Do BCG has a real estate portfolio of more than 4M square feet across 100+ cities, with significant real estate activity as we grow and diversify as a business and evolve our workplace of the future. We have high expectations of our office experience, focused on forward thinking office design, a human-centered employee experience, and technology innovation. The Regional Portfolio Manager will be an integral part of the Portfolio Insights & Governance team to provide insightful analyses that inform the strategic direction of real estate actions, support evolution of BCG's real estate portfolio strategy, and drive a more sustainable global portfolio. Specifically, you will be a business partner to the EMESA Region Lead to proactively manage a regional portfolio and support project delivery program managers through the real estate life cycle, from strategy development to real estate approval and implementation. This position is built around teamwork, meeting customer needs, identifying trends and opportunities in the portfolio, and developing new ways of driving change in a culturally diversified portfolio. Key responsibilities include, among others: Partner closely with the Region Lead to shape portfolio initiatives and deliver compelling, executive-ready presentations to senior leadership across office, system, and regional levels Strengthen GRE seat-at-the table with senior leadership with rich, data-driven insights on portfolio trends, performance, and future trajectory Deepen cross-functional collaboration with Finance, by proactively fostering partnerships, enhancing transparency, and aligning key finance initiatives across the region Drive effective decision making and manage risk for the portfolio, ensuring consistency in quality and depth of analysis for each project Guide comprehensive due diligence of real estate strategies that balance business priorities within global parameters and regional nuances for flexibility and cost Manage business case development, from strategy planning to designing a compelling story Evolve portfolio management via digitization and other tools, uncovering opportunities to proactively optimize portfolio Partner with the Region Lead to strengthen team effectiveness through collaboration across the Regional Delivery team, ensuring the team remains coordinated to deliver on stakeholder requirements WHAT YOU'RE GOOD AT A successful candidate will be able to design a compelling story, structure and solve problems, communicate solutions, and navigate cultural nuances, as well as integrate seamlessly with a global BCG team. Specifically, you possess: A consultative approach to problem solving A drive for collaboration across multiple functions, disciplines and seniority levels Passion to make an impact through creative and insightful analyses A keen eye for detail, with a structured approach Excellence in tactical project management with strategic mindset An innate ability to build relationships within a team and with stakeholders What You'll Bring Bachelor's degree in business, finance, or related field; consulting experience a plus 5- 7 years of relevant work experience, preferably in a global environment Experience in mentorship of junior team members Experience in collaborating with finance teams, understanding the importance of their planning processes and how Finance and Real Estate partners to ensure the best outcome for the business Established record of stakeholder management experience, especially storyboarding to effectively communicate (real estate) strategies to senior leadership Exceptional attention to detail and strong organization skills Ability to synthesize data into actionable results; experience with advanced analytics a plus Strong computer skills, particularly Excel and PowerPoint Who You'll Work With The Regional Portfolio Manager will work primarily with the Region lead and Project Delivery team members on a day-to-day basis. Due to the functional nature of the work, the role will also interact with various GRE work streams, other global functions such as Technology and Finance, and senior stakeholders for GRE portfolio level initiatives as well as individual office projects. Our truly global team is highly collaborative, strategic, and solutions-oriented. While we are located in various regions (Frankfurt, London, Singapore, Delhi, Dubai, and the US), we still work very closely, learn from, and challenge each other daily. Boston Consulting Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under national, provincial, or local law, where applicable, and those with criminal histories will be considered in a manner consistent with applicable state and local laws. 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Good Growth Good Growth is responsible for delivering and implementing the Mayor's environment, transport and economic strategies and for the effective implementation of the London Plan. The Directorate is also responsible for regeneration (where the programme is not housing led), enterprise, growth, capital projects and design work. About the role This role is in the Development Management team within Planning and Regeneration, where you will be part of a high quality statutory planning service dealing with a wide variety of strategic planning applications with competing priorities. You will be assessing major planning applications that are referred to the Mayor, and will present your planning recommendations directly to the Mayor and Deputy Mayors. You will understand how to apply the London Plan in a pragmatic and sensible way that encourages and delivers the Mayor's objectives. What your day will look like Your job will involve a wide range of duties including: Leading pre-application meetings with developer teams and boroughs to discuss forthcoming major developments across London and provide strategic planning advice. Assessing planning applications of strategic importance that are referred to the Mayor and preparing written planning reports. Presenting planning recommendations directly to the Mayor and Deputy Mayors at the Mayor's weekly planning meeting Working collaboratively with other teams across the GLA including viability, the Design Unit and the Place Unit, TfL, Environment and London Plan teams Engaging with London boroughs and applicants to ensure delivery of Good Growth ambitions Skills, knowledge and experience To be considered for the role you must meet the following essential criteria: Please address these in your covering letter. You will have a degree/post graduate qualification in planning or equivalent with eligibility for RTPI membership. You will have demonstrable post-qualification experience in dealing with sensitive planning issues, preferably within the context of handling major planning applications. A detailed knowledge and understanding of national, regional and London strategic planning and development issues and relevant legal processes You will be expected to present reports to the Mayor and Deputy Mayors directly so you will need excellent, written and verbal communication skills. You will also need exceptional negotiation skills and the ability to work successfully with a range of internal and external stakeholders. Planning and Organising Problem solving Communicating and Influencing Building and Managing Relationships How to apply If you would like to apply for the role you'll need to submit: an online application a Word statement (1,500 words) outlining how you meet the essential criteria as well as the competencies outlined in the advert. If you have questions about the role If you wish to talk to someone about the role, the hiring manager Connaire OSullivan would be happy to speak to you. Please contact them at Assessment process Once you have submitted an application, your details will be reviewed by a panel. If shortlisted you'll be invited to an interview/assessment. The interview/assessment date is: w/c 5th January Equality, diversity and inclusion We are committed to being an inclusive employer and we are happy to consider flexible working arrangements. Please note, should you require any adjustments through the process, we will accommodate as much as possible. Please contact the recruitment team for further information if required. Please note we are a Disability Confident Employer so for candidates who wish to be considered under the scheme and meet the essential criteria, they will automatically be invited to interview. Additional information Please note, all candidates will need to confirm that the information provided in this application form is true and correct. Should a candidate deliberately give false information, including the use of AI software, they understand that this would disqualify them from consideration. Job Description CAREER GRADE TERMS AND CONDITIONS POST Principal/Senior Strategic Planner This Scheme is designed to nurture and support GLA talent, giving planning officers an opportunity to gain valuable experience working within a complex and fast paced environment and encouraging them to develop their career within the GLA. This scheme is not linked to the Strategic Planner Career Grade scheme. SALARY The grade and salary of this post is related to successful development of on the job experience at the Greater London Authority or equivanent organisation. The grade for newly appointed planning officers joining the GLA's Planning Unit will be determined by The Planning Unit's senior management team based on an assessment against the career grade matrix. If appointed at Grade 8 the Planning Unit's senior management team will consider development against the criteria set out below to determine individual progression from Grade 8 to Grade 9. Within each grade band normal incremental progression will apply on 1 April each year except where the date of commencement is between 1 October and 31 March in which case incremental progression will be six months after the start date. Subsequent increments will then fall into line in accordance with normal GLA incremental progression rules. ELIGIBILITY To be eligible to join the Principal/ Senior Planner career grade scheme you must satisfy the entry level attributes as set out in the technical requirements and experience and have qualifications or exemptions enabling you to satisfy the requirements for RTPI membership. PROGRESSION Progression is dependent on the satisfactory completion of practical work activity and the GLA's assessment of your competence against the criteria set out below. ASSESSMENT Twice annually, the Planning Unit's senior management team will consider achievement against the criteria set out below to determine individual progression from Grade 8 to Grade 9. The individual will, as part of their annual performance review process and on-going personal development plans, be responsible for keeping a record of their experience, performance and achievements against the criteria and signing these off regularly with their direct line manager. The individual records kept will provide the evidence to be used by the senior management team to determine progression through the career grade. Job Description Job title: Principal/Senior Strategic Planner Grade: 8/9 career grade Post number: GLA Directorate: Development, Enterprise & Environment Unit: Planning Job Purpose To adopt a flexible way of working which supports the delivery of the broad range of the Authority's statutory planning responsibilities for London. To provide expert advice on, and research into, current and emerging strategic planning matters, spatial development trends and issues facing London. To provide spatial planning advice to senior GLA group staff on development management, Local Development Documents and other mayoral concerns, including those arising from the proposals of other organizations and local planning authorities. Contribute to the production of London Plan, SPGs, Opportunity Areas, related planning frameworks (OAPFs) and development infrastructure and funding assessments (DIFS) that interpret strategic and local policy and guide area based development and growth areas. Process large scale applications for developments of potential strategic importance (PSI) referred to the Mayor and engage with London boroughs, landowners and applicants. Principal Accountabilities Either lead or contribute to: spatial strategies: development, monitoring and review of the Mayor's strategies, especially the spatial and economic development, housing and transport strategies and environment impact assessments; process strategic planning application referrals and negotiate Section 106 agreements; conformity monitoring and advice on borough development plan documents, local plans and associated local plan-making statutory and supplementary planning documents; Lead on or contribute to the production of Opportunity Area Planning Frameworks; Briefings and reports for the Mayor, Assembly and other organisations on planning and spatial development issues. Lead or contribute to the initiation, design, management and completion of relevant policy development projects and research. Lead or contribute to advice on planning briefs, development proposals and the plans and strategies of other agencies especially Local Development Documents and the development plans of authorities outside London. Lead or contribute to coordination, liaison and engagement processes necessary to address spatial development and planning issues. Prepare responses on behalf of the GLA to complex issues raised by the public and diverse agencies. Liaise and work with GLA group staff and external organisations including boroughs, partnerships, consultancies . click apply for full job details

Who We Are Boston Consulting Group partners with leaders in business and society to tackle their most important challenges and capture their greatest opportunities. BCG was the pioneer in business strategy when it was founded in 1963. Today, we help clients with total transformation-inspiring complex change, enabling organizations to grow, building competitive advantage, and driving bottom-line impact. To succeed, organizations must blend digital and human capabilities. Our diverse, global teams bring deep industry and functional expertise and a range of perspectives to spark change. BCG delivers solutions through leading-edge management consulting along with technology and design, corporate and digital ventures-and business purpose. We work in a uniquely collaborative model across the firm and throughout all levels of the client organization, generating results that allow our clients to thrive. What You'll Do BCG has a real estate portfolio of more than 4M square feet across 100+ cities, with significant real estate activity as we grow and diversify as a business and evolve our workplace of the future. We have high expectations of our office experience, focused on forward thinking office design, a human-centered employee experience, and technology innovation. The Regional Portfolio Manager will be an integral part of the Portfolio Insights & Governance team to provide insightful analyses that inform the strategic direction of real estate actions, support evolution of BCG's real estate portfolio strategy, and drive a more sustainable global portfolio. Specifically, you will be a business partner to the EMESA Region Lead to proactively manage a regional portfolio and support project delivery program managers through the real estate life cycle, from strategy development to real estate approval and implementation. This position is built around teamwork, meeting customer needs, identifying trends and opportunities in the portfolio, and developing new ways of driving change in a culturally diversified portfolio. Key responsibilities include, among others: Partner closely with the Region Lead to shape portfolio initiatives and deliver compelling, executive-ready presentations to senior leadership across office, system, and regional levels Strengthen GRE seat-at-the table with senior leadership with rich, data-driven insights on portfolio trends, performance, and future trajectory Deepen cross-functional collaboration with Finance, by proactively fostering partnerships, enhancing transparency, and aligning key finance initiatives across the region Drive effective decision making and manage risk for the portfolio, ensuring consistency in quality and depth of analysis for each project Guide comprehensive due diligence of real estate strategies that balance business priorities within global parameters and regional nuances for flexibility and cost Manage business case development, from strategy planning to designing a compelling story Evolve portfolio management via digitization and other tools, uncovering opportunities to proactively optimize portfolio Partner with the Region Lead to strengthen team effectiveness through collaboration across the Regional Delivery team, ensuring the team remains coordinated to deliver on stakeholder requirements WHAT YOU'RE GOOD AT A successful candidate will be able to design a compelling story, structure and solve problems, communicate solutions, and navigate cultural nuances, as well as integrate seamlessly with a global BCG team. Specifically, you possess: A consultative approach to problem solving A drive for collaboration across multiple functions, disciplines and seniority levels Passion to make an impact through creative and insightful analyses A keen eye for detail, with a structured approach Excellence in tactical project management with strategic mindset An innate ability to build relationships within a team and with stakeholders What You'll Bring Bachelor's degree in business, finance, or related field; consulting experience a plus 5- 7 years of relevant work experience, preferably in a global environment Experience in mentorship of junior team members Experience in collaborating with finance teams, understanding the importance of their planning processes and how Finance and Real Estate partners to ensure the best outcome for the business Established record of stakeholder management experience, especially storyboarding to effectively communicate (real estate) strategies to senior leadership Exceptional attention to detail and strong organization skills Ability to synthesize data into actionable results; experience with advanced analytics a plus Strong computer skills, particularly Excel and PowerPoint Who You'll Work With The Regional Portfolio Manager will work primarily with the Region lead and Project Delivery team members on a day-to-day basis. Due to the functional nature of the work, the role will also interact with various GRE work streams, other global functions such as Technology and Finance, and senior stakeholders for GRE portfolio level initiatives as well as individual office projects. Our truly global team is highly collaborative, strategic, and solutions-oriented. While we are located in various regions (Frankfurt, London, Singapore, Delhi, Dubai, and the US), we still work very closely, learn from, and challenge each other daily. Boston Consulting Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under national, provincial, or local law, where applicable, and those with criminal histories will be considered in a manner consistent with applicable state and local laws. 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Principal Thermal Engineer 12 month contract Based in Stevenage Offering 50ph Inside IR35 Do you have experience carrying out thermal analysis of electronics? Do you have experience with MATLAB/Simulink? Do you want to work with an industry-leading company? If your answer to these is yes, then this could be the role for you! As the Principal Thermal Engineer, you will be working alongside a market-leading Defence and Aerospace company who are constantly growing and developing. They are always looking to bring on new talents such as yourself and further develop your skills to enable you to grow within the company and industry. You will be involved in: Take ownership of delivering packages of thermal analysis work Provide mechanical analysis support to develop designs and deliver thermal performance evidence Deliver analysis evidence in clear reports with firm conclusion statements Participate in team meetings and design reviews Manage workload against time schedules and report progress regularly to stakeholders Responsible for dealing and collaborating with project stakeholders (internal & external) Your skillset may include: Proven ability to carry out thermal analysis through the application of hand calculations and Finite Element methods (e.g. ANSYS) Experience carrying out studies to determine the effects of conduction, convection, and radiation on the thermal response of systems Thermal analysis of electronics Application of MATLAB-Simulink to deliver thermal studies Use of CFD to assess thermal behaviour Scripting using MATLAB or Python If this all sounds like something you will be interested in then simply apply and we can discuss the opportunity further! Principal Thermal Engineer 12 month contract Based in Stevenage Offering 50ph Inside IR35 Disclaimer: This vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering Limited ("ARM"). ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission. Where the role is marked as Outside IR35 in the advertisement this is subject to receipt of a final Status Determination Statement from the end Client and may be subject to change.

Project Quantity Surveyor Job in Central London Project Quantity Surveyor Job now available. Join a forward-thinking construction consultancy working across high-profile residential and mixed-use developments in London. This is a great opportunity for a driven Quantity Surveyor to take ownership of exciting projects while enjoying hybrid flexibility and a supportive professional environment. They're a progressive cost and project management practice recognised for its collaborative approach, technical expertise, and commitment to modern methods of construction. The team partners with leading developers, investors, and contractors to deliver outstanding results across the built environment. With a reputation for innovation and quality, the firm offers an excellent platform for career progression and continuous learning. Role & Responsibilities Reporting to the Associate Director Liaising with clients and internal cost consultants and project managers delivering cost consultancy services from acquisition to final accounts Providing Cost Control, Cost Planning, Cost Estimates and Procurement advice Leading negotiation and contract preparation Engaging with the supply chain to support procurement strategies Carrying out budget reconciliations and cost reporting throughout project lifecycles Administering contractor payments and ensuring commercial compliance Conducting value engineering and supporting risk assessments. Required Skills & Experience Ideally 3+ years' experience in the UK construction industry as a Quantity Surveyor / Cost Consultant Experience across all stages from cost planning to final accounts Main Contractor or Consultancy background MRICS/MCIOB or working towards preferred but not essential Experienced in serving private sector clients Degree in Quantity Surveying or similar Passion for the construction industry and a collaborative mindset. What you get back Salary 50,000 - 65,000 DOE Discretionary Bonus 27 days holiday + Bank Holidays Hybrid Working (typically 3 days in the office or on sites, 2 days remote) Pension matched up to 5% Healthcare Life Assurance Mileage/Public Transport paid to sites Regular social events Support with professional industry subscriptions. Apply If you meet the criteria above, send us your CV and portfolio. We receive a large number of applications so if you do not hear back within 7 days consider your application unsuccessful this time. We will keep a copy of your details on file for future vacancies. In accordance with GDPR, by applying for this position you give us your consent to process your data in-line with our Privacy and Data Protection Policies which can be read on the privacy policy page on our website. Referral Did you know we run a referral scheme? We pay a 1000 referral bonus if you introduce us to anyone who we then successfully place in a new job role. Just send us their information and we'll do the rest. Terms: A candidate is deemed to have been successfully placed once they have started a new job as a result of an introduction made by Hunter Dunning and when they've successfully completed the probation period. See website for full terms & conditions.