Internal Audit Manager - Thurrock Council Salary: £53,460 - £61,638 Grays, 2 days per week in office Job Purpose To manage a team of audit staff to deliver internal audit reviews from agreed audit plans to specified quality and timescales. To coach and develop staff to deliver the highest quality service. To act as the client management contact and audit specialist for a range of council service areas and external clients. Lead by example in modelling and embedding the council's values and behaviours to help build a sustainable highly effective organisation and develop our reputation as a successful council delivering great value for its residents. Key Service Accountabilities: Audit Planning - contribute to the preparation of the council audit plan through consultation with the Head of Internal Audit, Counter Fraud, Risk Management and Insurance. To take the lead on preparing audit plans, including consultation with senior management, research, risk assessment and presentation of the draft audit plan for approval by senior management teams and the Audit committee. Managing the team - take line manager responsibility for several named audit staff (Senior and Internal Auditors), carrying out all the required functions of a line manager; coaching and development, allocation and supervision of work, appraisals, identification of development needs and training to address these, regular one to one meetings, managing performance and attendance in conformance with council policies and procedures. Delivery of audit workplans - manage across the wider team to ensure agreed audit plans are delivered in line with agreed performance measures. Allocate work to team members according to skills, experience and development needs of staff. Client management - act as the key contact for allocated council Assistant Directors and shared service client managers. Attend senior management team meetings to present the outcomes of internal audit work, attend audit committee meetings as the head of internal audit for allocated clients and present audit progress reports and annual opinion statements. Deliver awareness raising for teams of managers and elected Members on audit and governance matters. Monitoring and Quality Assurance - Ensure all audits are completed within agreed Quality Assurance and Improvement Programme (QAIP) through regular monitoring of work across the team. Initiate service development project groups to take forward service improvement projects and oversee the delivery of outcomes from these. Person Specification CCAB/CIMA accounting qualification or MIIA (or equivalent CIIA qualification) Demonstrable success at inter-agency working establishing and building partnerships and productive working relationships within a complex policy and service environment with senior managers and councillors, and a wide range of other bodies, such as partner organisations, communities, public agencies and statutory bodies. Significant relevant experience in a management position with a record of measurable success leading and developing a significant organisational function or service in a large multi-disciplined organisation with comparable scope, budgets and resources including experience of producing a full statement of organisational accounts and all arrangements leading up to that. Evidence of successful resources management in a multi-disciplinary environment, as well as a successful track record in managing large budgets, business planning, quality and performance management including developing strategic financial plans, planning formulating and monitoring complex revenue and capital budgets with varied funding streams and partners.
Apr 02, 2026
Full time
Internal Audit Manager - Thurrock Council Salary: £53,460 - £61,638 Grays, 2 days per week in office Job Purpose To manage a team of audit staff to deliver internal audit reviews from agreed audit plans to specified quality and timescales. To coach and develop staff to deliver the highest quality service. To act as the client management contact and audit specialist for a range of council service areas and external clients. Lead by example in modelling and embedding the council's values and behaviours to help build a sustainable highly effective organisation and develop our reputation as a successful council delivering great value for its residents. Key Service Accountabilities: Audit Planning - contribute to the preparation of the council audit plan through consultation with the Head of Internal Audit, Counter Fraud, Risk Management and Insurance. To take the lead on preparing audit plans, including consultation with senior management, research, risk assessment and presentation of the draft audit plan for approval by senior management teams and the Audit committee. Managing the team - take line manager responsibility for several named audit staff (Senior and Internal Auditors), carrying out all the required functions of a line manager; coaching and development, allocation and supervision of work, appraisals, identification of development needs and training to address these, regular one to one meetings, managing performance and attendance in conformance with council policies and procedures. Delivery of audit workplans - manage across the wider team to ensure agreed audit plans are delivered in line with agreed performance measures. Allocate work to team members according to skills, experience and development needs of staff. Client management - act as the key contact for allocated council Assistant Directors and shared service client managers. Attend senior management team meetings to present the outcomes of internal audit work, attend audit committee meetings as the head of internal audit for allocated clients and present audit progress reports and annual opinion statements. Deliver awareness raising for teams of managers and elected Members on audit and governance matters. Monitoring and Quality Assurance - Ensure all audits are completed within agreed Quality Assurance and Improvement Programme (QAIP) through regular monitoring of work across the team. Initiate service development project groups to take forward service improvement projects and oversee the delivery of outcomes from these. Person Specification CCAB/CIMA accounting qualification or MIIA (or equivalent CIIA qualification) Demonstrable success at inter-agency working establishing and building partnerships and productive working relationships within a complex policy and service environment with senior managers and councillors, and a wide range of other bodies, such as partner organisations, communities, public agencies and statutory bodies. Significant relevant experience in a management position with a record of measurable success leading and developing a significant organisational function or service in a large multi-disciplined organisation with comparable scope, budgets and resources including experience of producing a full statement of organisational accounts and all arrangements leading up to that. Evidence of successful resources management in a multi-disciplinary environment, as well as a successful track record in managing large budgets, business planning, quality and performance management including developing strategic financial plans, planning formulating and monitoring complex revenue and capital budgets with varied funding streams and partners.
Position: Office Administrator Industry: Signage Location: Dartford, Kent Salary: Up to 30,000 DOE Hours: Mon-Fri 9am-5pm - 2 Week shut down at Christmas My client is a leading signage company that provides graphics and signage to clients nationally. Their knowledge and experience are unparalleled in the signage sector, and they are now looking to add an Office Admin to their team in Dartford. The role would include the following duties: General office administration Estimating & quoting support Purchasing support Document control through Portals Invoice processing Liaising with art and production departments Producing job cards and booking signage jobs in the system Switchboard cover Our client is looking for someone who has a strong track record in an administrative position. The role comes with an excellent remuneration scheme and an opportunity to develop skills to progress up the career ladder within this business. All we ask is you come from a similar office admin background and are computer literate. Having a signage or similar creative background would be a massive plus but not essential. If this position sounds of interest, please send an updated CV in response to this advert and a member of the KRG team will be in contact for a confidential chat. KEY WORDS: Print, Office admin, Administrator, Project Manager, Project controller, admin, Dartford, Kent, Print, Office admin, Administrator, Project Manager, Project controller, admin, Dartford, Kent, Print, Office admin, Administrator, Project Manager, Project controller, admin, Dartford, Kent, Print, Office admin, Administrator, Project Manager, Project controller, admin, Dartford, Kent.
Apr 02, 2026
Full time
Position: Office Administrator Industry: Signage Location: Dartford, Kent Salary: Up to 30,000 DOE Hours: Mon-Fri 9am-5pm - 2 Week shut down at Christmas My client is a leading signage company that provides graphics and signage to clients nationally. Their knowledge and experience are unparalleled in the signage sector, and they are now looking to add an Office Admin to their team in Dartford. The role would include the following duties: General office administration Estimating & quoting support Purchasing support Document control through Portals Invoice processing Liaising with art and production departments Producing job cards and booking signage jobs in the system Switchboard cover Our client is looking for someone who has a strong track record in an administrative position. The role comes with an excellent remuneration scheme and an opportunity to develop skills to progress up the career ladder within this business. All we ask is you come from a similar office admin background and are computer literate. Having a signage or similar creative background would be a massive plus but not essential. If this position sounds of interest, please send an updated CV in response to this advert and a member of the KRG team will be in contact for a confidential chat. KEY WORDS: Print, Office admin, Administrator, Project Manager, Project controller, admin, Dartford, Kent, Print, Office admin, Administrator, Project Manager, Project controller, admin, Dartford, Kent, Print, Office admin, Administrator, Project Manager, Project controller, admin, Dartford, Kent, Print, Office admin, Administrator, Project Manager, Project controller, admin, Dartford, Kent.
Category Manager London/Hybrid 6 months contract Day rate from 550 via Umbrella Company dependant on experience Our commitment is to provide equal opportunity regardless of, for example, your gender, age, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation or beliefs. We also engage with employers to develop programmes and pathways that embrace diverse talent and promote more inclusive employment worldwide through partnerships and other initiatives. We recognise and celebrate the value of difference and how it makes us faster, smarter and more innovative than our competition. My client is one of the largest financial institutions headquartered in Japan, with an established presence across all consumer and corporate banking businesses. Through its subsidiaries and affiliates, they offer a diverse range of financial services, including commercial banking, leasing, securities, credit card, consumer finance and other services. They are looking for a Category Manager on an initial 6 month contract with the potential to extend. You will be expected to work Monday to Friday standard office hours, however there will need to be flexibility to work outside of these hours as required. The position is hybrid working being in the office 2 days a week with the remainder of time working from home. Purpose of Job The Category Manager will be responsible in supporting the execution of Procurement tasks within their EMEA region. Accountabilities and Responsibilities This role reports into the Head of Procurement, within the Procurement team, will perform procurement activities for IT across all spend categories, in particular for projects supporting the execution of the EMEA IT Strategy. IT supplier vendor selection using RFIs and RFPs and commercial negotiations IT supplier contract finalisation in partnership with legal Develop IT supplier consolidation towards target preferred supplier list determination Analyse IT spend, identify cost saving opportunities Ensure cloud and AI and other non core third party contractual clauses are included in respective contacts and oversee any required remediation Support tracking of IT contract metrics including cost savings Develop oversight and governance for key IT suppliers Ensure optimisation of IT resources in particular Cloud services, AI and other IT strategic initiatives. Collaborate with Technical teams to implement best practices Act as a procurement business partner, build and maintain strong relationships and credibility with the business. Maintain and build strong mutual beneficial relationship with key strategic suppliers. Lead the delivery of sourcing projects and savings, including the responsibility for driving incremental IT savings through, and in partnership with external service providers. Work closely with the Legal Department to ensure contracts are finalised appropriately. Ensure category performance and project data (savings, pipeline, milestones, risks, issues, compliance) is accurate and report to line management and appropriate governance forums. Knowledge, Skills, Experience and Qualifications Experience in IT Procurement in a financial setting, with a deep understanding of Software, Infrastructure and Saas. Expertise in IT cost optimisation. Proven track record of managing IT spend and negotiation of contracts Initiative-taking and organised with excellent time management skills and the ability to prioritise workload to deliver within set time frames to the highest quality. Strong business awareness, researching, investigating and problem solving. Demonstrable experience in governance and spend control in the banking industry necessary. Strong analytical capabilities and critical thinking skills; ability to translate data into decision making. Familiarity with procurement tools. Experience of working within Europe would be an advantage Candidates must show evidence of the above in their CV to be considered. 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. 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.
Apr 02, 2026
Contractor
Category Manager London/Hybrid 6 months contract Day rate from 550 via Umbrella Company dependant on experience Our commitment is to provide equal opportunity regardless of, for example, your gender, age, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation or beliefs. We also engage with employers to develop programmes and pathways that embrace diverse talent and promote more inclusive employment worldwide through partnerships and other initiatives. We recognise and celebrate the value of difference and how it makes us faster, smarter and more innovative than our competition. My client is one of the largest financial institutions headquartered in Japan, with an established presence across all consumer and corporate banking businesses. Through its subsidiaries and affiliates, they offer a diverse range of financial services, including commercial banking, leasing, securities, credit card, consumer finance and other services. They are looking for a Category Manager on an initial 6 month contract with the potential to extend. You will be expected to work Monday to Friday standard office hours, however there will need to be flexibility to work outside of these hours as required. The position is hybrid working being in the office 2 days a week with the remainder of time working from home. Purpose of Job The Category Manager will be responsible in supporting the execution of Procurement tasks within their EMEA region. Accountabilities and Responsibilities This role reports into the Head of Procurement, within the Procurement team, will perform procurement activities for IT across all spend categories, in particular for projects supporting the execution of the EMEA IT Strategy. IT supplier vendor selection using RFIs and RFPs and commercial negotiations IT supplier contract finalisation in partnership with legal Develop IT supplier consolidation towards target preferred supplier list determination Analyse IT spend, identify cost saving opportunities Ensure cloud and AI and other non core third party contractual clauses are included in respective contacts and oversee any required remediation Support tracking of IT contract metrics including cost savings Develop oversight and governance for key IT suppliers Ensure optimisation of IT resources in particular Cloud services, AI and other IT strategic initiatives. Collaborate with Technical teams to implement best practices Act as a procurement business partner, build and maintain strong relationships and credibility with the business. Maintain and build strong mutual beneficial relationship with key strategic suppliers. Lead the delivery of sourcing projects and savings, including the responsibility for driving incremental IT savings through, and in partnership with external service providers. Work closely with the Legal Department to ensure contracts are finalised appropriately. Ensure category performance and project data (savings, pipeline, milestones, risks, issues, compliance) is accurate and report to line management and appropriate governance forums. Knowledge, Skills, Experience and Qualifications Experience in IT Procurement in a financial setting, with a deep understanding of Software, Infrastructure and Saas. Expertise in IT cost optimisation. Proven track record of managing IT spend and negotiation of contracts Initiative-taking and organised with excellent time management skills and the ability to prioritise workload to deliver within set time frames to the highest quality. Strong business awareness, researching, investigating and problem solving. Demonstrable experience in governance and spend control in the banking industry necessary. Strong analytical capabilities and critical thinking skills; ability to translate data into decision making. Familiarity with procurement tools. Experience of working within Europe would be an advantage Candidates must show evidence of the above in their CV to be considered. 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. 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.
Application Support Manager - AS400 - Core Banking - International Bank Excellent opportunity opens up to join an International Bank as their new Application Support Manager. You will lead the design, implementation, integration, and ongoing support of the bank's applications, whilst taking ownership of day-to-day support and delivery planning as the bank goes through a large-scale digital transformation. Knowledge of Core Banking Systems and Core Banking Transformations, and experience working in AS400, iSeries and RPG environments are a big plus. Key Responsibilities Team Management Lead, mentor, and manage a team of developers and application support analysts Foster a collaborative and high-performance work environment that encourages innovation and continuous improvement. Conduct regular performance evaluations and provide guidance on professional development. Change and Project Delivery Lead the planning, design, and implementation of new software applications and enhancements. Transition new applications from project into BAU standardised support models. Manage the delivery of small change and BAU enhancements Define delivery timelines and resource requirements, and manage development activities to meet deadlines. Work with the project team to manage team capacity, demand and change/project delivery. Application Support and Maintenance Ensure prompt and efficient support for applications, addressing any bugs, performance issues, or feature enhancements. Provide application support for supported business applications. Establish and monitor SLAs for application support and resolve any escalated issues with a focus on root cause analysis. Implement and oversee application monitoring, performance tuning, and optimisation strategies. Onboard support for existing and new applications to deliver a single and holistic application support model. Ensure all applications and services remain in support with 3rd party vendors Ensure resolution of identified application security vulnerabilities and assurance configuration/testing observations Coordinate upgrades, patches, and system maintenance with minimal operational disruption. Maintain application documentation, system configurations, and support procedures. Quality Assurance and Compliance Establish best practices for software development and testing, including code reviews, automated testing, and deployment processes. Ensure compliance with internal and external regulations, audit, security standards, and data protection requirements. Maintain business continuity and disaster recovery procedures for all supported applications. Collaboration and Communication Serve as a liaison between technical teams, business units, and external vendors to ensure clear communication and alignment of priorities. Provide regular status updates, reports, and presentations to IT Change Management and PMO on project progress and support metrics. Budget and Resource Management Manage the budget for small change, BAU enhancements and support activities, ensuring cost-effective use of resources. Make staffing and resourcing recommendations to meet project and support needs. Contribute to the annual budget cycle, ensuring applications are invested in and maintained. Recommend new tools, technologies, and methodologies to enhance the development process and improve operational efficiency. Qualification & Experience Proficiency in various programming languages and development frameworks Experience in application and development lifestyle management Experience in analysis and design, testing and documentation of software Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. 4+ years of experience in software development, with at least 2 years in a managerial role. Strong understanding of application life cycle management, agile methodologies, and DevOps practices. Proven experience with application support and incident management in complex technical environments. Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to handle complex technical issues. Strong project management skills, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously. Exceptional communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills. Experience with cloud platforms (Microsoft Azure) Familiarity with ITIL or other service management frameworks. Certifications such as PMP, Scrum Master, or relevant technical certifications. Essential Competencies Excellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities. Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, managing multiple projects simultaneously Strong knowledge of Core Banking Systems and Core Banking Transformations Experience working in AS400, iSeries and RPG environments a big plus Interested? Please Apply! AS400 AS 400 iSeries IBMi IBM i5 I5 Core Banking Core Banking Transformation App Systems Application Systems Core Banking Application IT Application Change Core Banking Change System Change System Transformation
Apr 02, 2026
Full time
Application Support Manager - AS400 - Core Banking - International Bank Excellent opportunity opens up to join an International Bank as their new Application Support Manager. You will lead the design, implementation, integration, and ongoing support of the bank's applications, whilst taking ownership of day-to-day support and delivery planning as the bank goes through a large-scale digital transformation. Knowledge of Core Banking Systems and Core Banking Transformations, and experience working in AS400, iSeries and RPG environments are a big plus. Key Responsibilities Team Management Lead, mentor, and manage a team of developers and application support analysts Foster a collaborative and high-performance work environment that encourages innovation and continuous improvement. Conduct regular performance evaluations and provide guidance on professional development. Change and Project Delivery Lead the planning, design, and implementation of new software applications and enhancements. Transition new applications from project into BAU standardised support models. Manage the delivery of small change and BAU enhancements Define delivery timelines and resource requirements, and manage development activities to meet deadlines. Work with the project team to manage team capacity, demand and change/project delivery. Application Support and Maintenance Ensure prompt and efficient support for applications, addressing any bugs, performance issues, or feature enhancements. Provide application support for supported business applications. Establish and monitor SLAs for application support and resolve any escalated issues with a focus on root cause analysis. Implement and oversee application monitoring, performance tuning, and optimisation strategies. Onboard support for existing and new applications to deliver a single and holistic application support model. Ensure all applications and services remain in support with 3rd party vendors Ensure resolution of identified application security vulnerabilities and assurance configuration/testing observations Coordinate upgrades, patches, and system maintenance with minimal operational disruption. Maintain application documentation, system configurations, and support procedures. Quality Assurance and Compliance Establish best practices for software development and testing, including code reviews, automated testing, and deployment processes. Ensure compliance with internal and external regulations, audit, security standards, and data protection requirements. Maintain business continuity and disaster recovery procedures for all supported applications. Collaboration and Communication Serve as a liaison between technical teams, business units, and external vendors to ensure clear communication and alignment of priorities. Provide regular status updates, reports, and presentations to IT Change Management and PMO on project progress and support metrics. Budget and Resource Management Manage the budget for small change, BAU enhancements and support activities, ensuring cost-effective use of resources. Make staffing and resourcing recommendations to meet project and support needs. Contribute to the annual budget cycle, ensuring applications are invested in and maintained. Recommend new tools, technologies, and methodologies to enhance the development process and improve operational efficiency. Qualification & Experience Proficiency in various programming languages and development frameworks Experience in application and development lifestyle management Experience in analysis and design, testing and documentation of software Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. 4+ years of experience in software development, with at least 2 years in a managerial role. Strong understanding of application life cycle management, agile methodologies, and DevOps practices. Proven experience with application support and incident management in complex technical environments. Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to handle complex technical issues. Strong project management skills, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously. Exceptional communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills. Experience with cloud platforms (Microsoft Azure) Familiarity with ITIL or other service management frameworks. Certifications such as PMP, Scrum Master, or relevant technical certifications. Essential Competencies Excellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities. Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, managing multiple projects simultaneously Strong knowledge of Core Banking Systems and Core Banking Transformations Experience working in AS400, iSeries and RPG environments a big plus Interested? Please Apply! AS400 AS 400 iSeries IBMi IBM i5 I5 Core Banking Core Banking Transformation App Systems Application Systems Core Banking Application IT Application Change Core Banking Change System Change System Transformation
SENIOR FINANCE MANAGER - UP TO £600/DAY - FARRINGDON - HYBRID - 6 MONTH ASSIGNMENT Robert Half are delighted to be working with a renowned client in their search for a Senior Finance Manager for a 6 month assignment, providing maternity cover, offering up to £600/day! This is a rare opportunity to step into a high-impact leadership role within a company known for its strong culture, collaborative mindset, and commitment to developing its people. If you are a commercially minded finance leader who thrives in dynamic, purpose-driven organisations, this role offers the chance to make a real impact while being part of something truly special. Things to know: Job Title : Senior Finance Manager - 6-month assignment (potential to go perm) Location : Faringdon, London Working pattern : full-time, hybrid (3 days onsite, 2 days working from home) Pay: Up to £600/day via umbrella Responsibilities: Active member of the Retail Development Leadership Team . Drives the long-term channel development, including preparing business cases for new stores. Partner on real estate management and strategy, including store lease renewals. Work on key strategic projects (Retail Platform, Contract re-negotiations etc.). Measures the effectiveness and ROI on store investments such as store maintenance & store fit-out. Ensures the right financial guardrails and governance is in place for store investment decisions. Financial support on store optimisation initiatives - including prioritisation of the right activities, measurement, and benefits tracking. Day to day overseeing 3 Finance Managers. Requirements: Qualified (ACA/ACCA/CIMA). Experience in retail at senior leader level. Line management experience. Strategic business partnering experience. Strong stakeholder experience. Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data:
Apr 02, 2026
Seasonal
SENIOR FINANCE MANAGER - UP TO £600/DAY - FARRINGDON - HYBRID - 6 MONTH ASSIGNMENT Robert Half are delighted to be working with a renowned client in their search for a Senior Finance Manager for a 6 month assignment, providing maternity cover, offering up to £600/day! This is a rare opportunity to step into a high-impact leadership role within a company known for its strong culture, collaborative mindset, and commitment to developing its people. If you are a commercially minded finance leader who thrives in dynamic, purpose-driven organisations, this role offers the chance to make a real impact while being part of something truly special. Things to know: Job Title : Senior Finance Manager - 6-month assignment (potential to go perm) Location : Faringdon, London Working pattern : full-time, hybrid (3 days onsite, 2 days working from home) Pay: Up to £600/day via umbrella Responsibilities: Active member of the Retail Development Leadership Team . Drives the long-term channel development, including preparing business cases for new stores. Partner on real estate management and strategy, including store lease renewals. Work on key strategic projects (Retail Platform, Contract re-negotiations etc.). Measures the effectiveness and ROI on store investments such as store maintenance & store fit-out. Ensures the right financial guardrails and governance is in place for store investment decisions. Financial support on store optimisation initiatives - including prioritisation of the right activities, measurement, and benefits tracking. Day to day overseeing 3 Finance Managers. Requirements: Qualified (ACA/ACCA/CIMA). Experience in retail at senior leader level. Line management experience. Strategic business partnering experience. Strong stakeholder experience. Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data:
Contracts Manager Construction Contractor Commercial Builds Small Works Gateshead £80k base + car Full-Time, Permanent About the Company Our client is a well-established construction contractor delivering high-quality commercial building projects across a diverse range of sectors. Their portfolio includes refurbishment, fit-out, and new build projects with values up to £5 million. Due to continued growth, they are seeking an experienced and motivated Contracts Manager to oversee multiple small works projects and ensure their successful delivery. The Role As a Contracts Manager, you will take overall responsibility for managing several concurrent construction projects from pre-construction through to completion. Working closely with project managers, site teams, and clients, you will ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. This role requires strong leadership, commercial awareness, and excellent organisational skills, as you will be overseeing projects typically ranging from minor works to £5 million commercial builds. Key Responsibilities Manage and oversee multiple construction projects simultaneously, typically valued up to £5 million. Lead project teams including site managers, subcontractors, and suppliers. Ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and in accordance with contractual obligations. Monitor programme performance and implement corrective actions where necessary. Manage project budgets, cost control, and financial reporting in collaboration with the commercial team. Maintain strong client relationships and act as the primary point of contact for project delivery. Ensure compliance with health and safety legislation and company procedures. Attend and lead project meetings, progress reviews, and client updates. Support pre-construction activities including planning, procurement, and resource allocation. Requirements Proven experience as a Contracts Manager, Project Manager, or similar role within the construction industry. Experience managing commercial construction projects, ideally within refurbishment, fit-out, or small works. Strong knowledge of construction contracts, project management, and commercial processes. Excellent leadership and team management skills. Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities. Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously. Solid understanding of health and safety regulations within construction. Relevant construction qualification (HNC/HND/Degree or equivalent). SMSTS and CSCS card preferred. What They Offer Competitive salary package Company car or car allowance Pension scheme Opportunities for career progression within a growing contractor Supportive and collaborative working environment Please send us your CV and we will call you straight away.
Apr 02, 2026
Full time
Contracts Manager Construction Contractor Commercial Builds Small Works Gateshead £80k base + car Full-Time, Permanent About the Company Our client is a well-established construction contractor delivering high-quality commercial building projects across a diverse range of sectors. Their portfolio includes refurbishment, fit-out, and new build projects with values up to £5 million. Due to continued growth, they are seeking an experienced and motivated Contracts Manager to oversee multiple small works projects and ensure their successful delivery. The Role As a Contracts Manager, you will take overall responsibility for managing several concurrent construction projects from pre-construction through to completion. Working closely with project managers, site teams, and clients, you will ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. This role requires strong leadership, commercial awareness, and excellent organisational skills, as you will be overseeing projects typically ranging from minor works to £5 million commercial builds. Key Responsibilities Manage and oversee multiple construction projects simultaneously, typically valued up to £5 million. Lead project teams including site managers, subcontractors, and suppliers. Ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and in accordance with contractual obligations. Monitor programme performance and implement corrective actions where necessary. Manage project budgets, cost control, and financial reporting in collaboration with the commercial team. Maintain strong client relationships and act as the primary point of contact for project delivery. Ensure compliance with health and safety legislation and company procedures. Attend and lead project meetings, progress reviews, and client updates. Support pre-construction activities including planning, procurement, and resource allocation. Requirements Proven experience as a Contracts Manager, Project Manager, or similar role within the construction industry. Experience managing commercial construction projects, ideally within refurbishment, fit-out, or small works. Strong knowledge of construction contracts, project management, and commercial processes. Excellent leadership and team management skills. Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities. Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously. Solid understanding of health and safety regulations within construction. Relevant construction qualification (HNC/HND/Degree or equivalent). SMSTS and CSCS card preferred. What They Offer Competitive salary package Company car or car allowance Pension scheme Opportunities for career progression within a growing contractor Supportive and collaborative working environment Please send us your CV and we will call you straight away.
Customer Experience Manager Tamworth, Staffordshire (Hybrid-Working) Up to £60,000 per year + Car/Car Allowance Plus an excellent company benefits package (25 days holiday + Bank holidays, Pension, Healthcare, etc.) Skills and Experience: Proven experience in a customer experience, customer success, technical account management or service delivery role. Professional, customer centric and presented in a great manner for both customers and team Assertive and confident behaviour with a robust character and resilience to achieve positive outcomes. Experience managing complex customer journeys involving hardware installation, commissioning and technical fieldwork. Demonstrated ability to coordinate cross-functional teams and manage customer expectations. Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate technical concepts into clear customer-friendly language. Proven experience in a customer experience/account manager role and the ability to be ambitious to make great customer contacts and be a key part of owning the management of customer experience. Strong background in engineering, technical operations and clean-tech/energy systems. Experience in renewable energy, agriculture, biomethane or related engineering sectors is highly desirable not essential. Experience with HubSpot highly advantageous. The Opportunity: My client based in the renewables sector are looking for a Customer Experience Manager where you will be the primary interface with their customers, responsible for reviewing, managing and continuously improving the end-to-end customer journey. This role is pivotal in ensuring that clear communication and planning across commercial, engineering, project and operations teams is summarised as information back to the customer as well as providing guidance regarding customer considerations and key operational pressures. My client are looking for someone who has proven experience in a customer focused role and this may have begun from a field/service support role but has led to an office-based coordination role with strong organisation communication and problem-solving experience. Applications: Please contact John here at ISR to learn more about our client who are continuing to grow and dominate their sector here in the UK with their expertise and range of technology products?
Apr 02, 2026
Full time
Customer Experience Manager Tamworth, Staffordshire (Hybrid-Working) Up to £60,000 per year + Car/Car Allowance Plus an excellent company benefits package (25 days holiday + Bank holidays, Pension, Healthcare, etc.) Skills and Experience: Proven experience in a customer experience, customer success, technical account management or service delivery role. Professional, customer centric and presented in a great manner for both customers and team Assertive and confident behaviour with a robust character and resilience to achieve positive outcomes. Experience managing complex customer journeys involving hardware installation, commissioning and technical fieldwork. Demonstrated ability to coordinate cross-functional teams and manage customer expectations. Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate technical concepts into clear customer-friendly language. Proven experience in a customer experience/account manager role and the ability to be ambitious to make great customer contacts and be a key part of owning the management of customer experience. Strong background in engineering, technical operations and clean-tech/energy systems. Experience in renewable energy, agriculture, biomethane or related engineering sectors is highly desirable not essential. Experience with HubSpot highly advantageous. The Opportunity: My client based in the renewables sector are looking for a Customer Experience Manager where you will be the primary interface with their customers, responsible for reviewing, managing and continuously improving the end-to-end customer journey. This role is pivotal in ensuring that clear communication and planning across commercial, engineering, project and operations teams is summarised as information back to the customer as well as providing guidance regarding customer considerations and key operational pressures. My client are looking for someone who has proven experience in a customer focused role and this may have begun from a field/service support role but has led to an office-based coordination role with strong organisation communication and problem-solving experience. Applications: Please contact John here at ISR to learn more about our client who are continuing to grow and dominate their sector here in the UK with their expertise and range of technology products?
As part of the Operations team, the successful candidate will be responsible for playing a proactive role in the Thriving Boxing Community element of England Boxing s strategy, as well as having significant input into A Respected and Valued NGB and other elements of the wider strategy. In essence, the role will be responsible for managing, developing and enhancing the day-to-day running of the Membership Services Department to ensure all those engaging with England Boxing have a first-class experience. The role is also responsible for the accuracy of the data on England Boxing s database (which includes the current and past member records) and to provide support to volunteers and England Boxing staff as appropriate. Please note the job will require flexible working hours, including occasional evening and weekend work at National Championships / other EB events. Key Accountabilities Include: • To lead and develop the Thriving Boxing Community element of the England Boxing strategy. In addition, help develop and deliver the broader England Boxing strategy as required. • To develop and update the company CRM system, ensuring streamlined processes and systems to guarantee a high-quality experience for our members & volunteers. • To oversee the day-to-day support and management of regional volunteers across the country in line with England Boxing s policies, procedures, services & systems. • To ensure the membership services function operates effectively and that the functions activities are aligned with departmental and company objectives. • To ensure that all membership enquiries are satisfactorily managed, resolved and closed in agreed timescales. • To manage proactive engagement with members to grow affiliation, enhance membership retention and promote England Boxing services. • To actively review and implement cost-effective improvements in the membership services, processes, and systems. • Ensure a high level of customer service and membership support is provided at all times. • Ensure high-quality records are maintained. • Manage the accurate fulfilment of membership benefits, including partner offers, DBS assessments and insurance. • Serve as project manager for the production and distribution of membership information. • To establish and develop good working relationships with England Boxing staff, members, regional associations, participants and supporters to ensure positive relations. • Line-manage the Membership Services team, effectively sustaining a positive team environment, displaying high levels of motivation and team spirit. • Manage the membership services budget • To provide support and input into the management team as required, and specifically into the delivery of the organisation s strategic plan and Sport England funding programme. • To oversee the training & development of staff and volunteers in the Membership Department, and create a culture of self-improvement and continuous professional development • To perform any other duties as reasonably required to meet the objectives of the organisation Person Specification - Essential: • Minimum three years experience in managing, developing, and enhancing membership, volunteer, or customer services. • Understanding and awareness of individual and club membership within a sporting environment. • Experience in setting goals, targets and measures, and subsequent implementation plans, particularly in relation to commercialisation & CRM development • Comfortable operating in a fast-changing and challenging environment with excellent people/relationship management skills and the ability to influence and engage. • Track record in the successful management of budgets, volunteers and staff, including their ongoing development. • Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Along with appropriate IT skills, specifically Microsoft Teams, Word, Excel and PowerPoint. • To be resilient and able to demonstrate leadership, and have experience operating at a management level. • Experience of writing high-level reports, policies and strategies, particularly in relation to the practical implementation of good governance within a national sporting or third sector organisation • Experience using insight and research methods to help better understand customer or membership behaviour, and apply learnings to improve future work • A demonstrable understanding of the need to co-produce/collaborate with stakeholders and the impact of the same. Desirable: • Knowledge of amateur boxing, including technical rules and competitions. • Experience of managing sub-committees, focus groups and/or consultations in a voluntary, sports or customer service environment • Be able to demonstrate creativity and the instigation and production of innovative and cost-effective development programmes. • Hold a full UK Driving Licence and access to a vehicle. • The role will require travel throughout the country for meetings/events and work unsociable hours, including evenings and weekends (as required). • Experience in developing grassroots sports projects. This includes writing and developing grant funding applications.
Apr 02, 2026
Full time
As part of the Operations team, the successful candidate will be responsible for playing a proactive role in the Thriving Boxing Community element of England Boxing s strategy, as well as having significant input into A Respected and Valued NGB and other elements of the wider strategy. In essence, the role will be responsible for managing, developing and enhancing the day-to-day running of the Membership Services Department to ensure all those engaging with England Boxing have a first-class experience. The role is also responsible for the accuracy of the data on England Boxing s database (which includes the current and past member records) and to provide support to volunteers and England Boxing staff as appropriate. Please note the job will require flexible working hours, including occasional evening and weekend work at National Championships / other EB events. Key Accountabilities Include: • To lead and develop the Thriving Boxing Community element of the England Boxing strategy. In addition, help develop and deliver the broader England Boxing strategy as required. • To develop and update the company CRM system, ensuring streamlined processes and systems to guarantee a high-quality experience for our members & volunteers. • To oversee the day-to-day support and management of regional volunteers across the country in line with England Boxing s policies, procedures, services & systems. • To ensure the membership services function operates effectively and that the functions activities are aligned with departmental and company objectives. • To ensure that all membership enquiries are satisfactorily managed, resolved and closed in agreed timescales. • To manage proactive engagement with members to grow affiliation, enhance membership retention and promote England Boxing services. • To actively review and implement cost-effective improvements in the membership services, processes, and systems. • Ensure a high level of customer service and membership support is provided at all times. • Ensure high-quality records are maintained. • Manage the accurate fulfilment of membership benefits, including partner offers, DBS assessments and insurance. • Serve as project manager for the production and distribution of membership information. • To establish and develop good working relationships with England Boxing staff, members, regional associations, participants and supporters to ensure positive relations. • Line-manage the Membership Services team, effectively sustaining a positive team environment, displaying high levels of motivation and team spirit. • Manage the membership services budget • To provide support and input into the management team as required, and specifically into the delivery of the organisation s strategic plan and Sport England funding programme. • To oversee the training & development of staff and volunteers in the Membership Department, and create a culture of self-improvement and continuous professional development • To perform any other duties as reasonably required to meet the objectives of the organisation Person Specification - Essential: • Minimum three years experience in managing, developing, and enhancing membership, volunteer, or customer services. • Understanding and awareness of individual and club membership within a sporting environment. • Experience in setting goals, targets and measures, and subsequent implementation plans, particularly in relation to commercialisation & CRM development • Comfortable operating in a fast-changing and challenging environment with excellent people/relationship management skills and the ability to influence and engage. • Track record in the successful management of budgets, volunteers and staff, including their ongoing development. • Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Along with appropriate IT skills, specifically Microsoft Teams, Word, Excel and PowerPoint. • To be resilient and able to demonstrate leadership, and have experience operating at a management level. • Experience of writing high-level reports, policies and strategies, particularly in relation to the practical implementation of good governance within a national sporting or third sector organisation • Experience using insight and research methods to help better understand customer or membership behaviour, and apply learnings to improve future work • A demonstrable understanding of the need to co-produce/collaborate with stakeholders and the impact of the same. Desirable: • Knowledge of amateur boxing, including technical rules and competitions. • Experience of managing sub-committees, focus groups and/or consultations in a voluntary, sports or customer service environment • Be able to demonstrate creativity and the instigation and production of innovative and cost-effective development programmes. • Hold a full UK Driving Licence and access to a vehicle. • The role will require travel throughout the country for meetings/events and work unsociable hours, including evenings and weekends (as required). • Experience in developing grassroots sports projects. This includes writing and developing grant funding applications.
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Bletchley, Buckinghamshire
Responsibilities of the role: Conduct tests on propulsion systems using laboratory-based facilities, as outlined by project engineer or customer engineer. Monitor and record test data, ensuring it meets quality and performance standards. Raising any anomalies or issues observed to project engineers. Support the troubleshooting and resolving of issues in a methodical manner, introducing solutions to prevent reoccurrence. Assist in administrative tasks related to test scheduling, documentation, data management and hardware inventories to ensure seamless project delivery. Support project hardware and electrical preparation, assembly, disassembly and modification activities. Perform basic fabrication activities to meet project hardware mounting and fixture requirements. Support maintenance, cleaning and organising activities to ensure the facility remains safe, functional and efficient. Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance test methodologies, operational efficiency and standardisation. Work collaboratively with cross-functional internal and client teams. Adherence to health and safety policies. Support risk assessment of safe working in the test environment and the actioning of risk items. Any other tasks deemed appropriate by manager.
Apr 02, 2026
Full time
Responsibilities of the role: Conduct tests on propulsion systems using laboratory-based facilities, as outlined by project engineer or customer engineer. Monitor and record test data, ensuring it meets quality and performance standards. Raising any anomalies or issues observed to project engineers. Support the troubleshooting and resolving of issues in a methodical manner, introducing solutions to prevent reoccurrence. Assist in administrative tasks related to test scheduling, documentation, data management and hardware inventories to ensure seamless project delivery. Support project hardware and electrical preparation, assembly, disassembly and modification activities. Perform basic fabrication activities to meet project hardware mounting and fixture requirements. Support maintenance, cleaning and organising activities to ensure the facility remains safe, functional and efficient. Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance test methodologies, operational efficiency and standardisation. Work collaboratively with cross-functional internal and client teams. Adherence to health and safety policies. Support risk assessment of safe working in the test environment and the actioning of risk items. Any other tasks deemed appropriate by manager.
Closing date: 16 April 2026 Ref: 7337 Save the Children UK is seeking a passionate and experienced Senior Climate Change Advisor to join our Global Outcomes Department and lead transformative climate adaptation work that protects children's rights and futures. In this pivotal role, you will provide technical leadership across the design and delivery of large-scale, single and multi-country climate adaptation programmes particularly in developing countries and fragile contexts. A key focus of the role will be leading the development, delivery and learning of our climate and health portfolio, strengthening the evidence base and driving integration across programmes and policy. Working closely with Country Offices, multilateral and bilateral development partners (such as the Green Climate Fund and Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office), and global partners, you will shape high-quality, evidence-based programmes, strengthen climate resilience across sectors, and influence global policy and practice on climate action. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to one of the most urgent intergenerational challenges of our time. If you are committed to climate justice, child rights, and systems-level change - and have the expertise to bridge climate science with practical, child-focused solutions we would love to hear from you. About Us Save the Children UK believes every child deserves a future. In the UK and around the world, we work every day to give children a healthy start in life, the opportunity to learn and protection from harm. When crisis strikes, and children are most vulnerable, we are always among the first to respond and the last to leave. We ensure children's unique needs are met and their voices are heard. We deliver lasting results for millions of children, including those hardest to reach. About the Team: The climate crisis is a child right's crisis that threatens the fulfilment of all of children's rights. It is therefore of central importance to Save the Children's mission and a critical driver in our 2025-27 strategy. The Climate Change team is working as part of the Global Outcomes Department, having our Impact and Influencing function catalyse positive change for children and their communities; by driving influencing agendas and bringing knowledge, evidence, analysis and expertise to our partnerships, programmes and advocacy work. The Climate Change Team at SCUK also works as part of the Global Save the Children movement and the wider sector to drive long lasting systems changes at the global and country levels. We are committed to promoting inclusive and equitable solutions, amplifying the voices of children most affected by climate change, and prioritising locally led efforts for lasting change, through our ever-growing portfolio in UK, Africa and Asia. We are also committed to shifting powers to the local actors and country office by strengthening capacities particularly through providing high quality technical assistance for design, delivery, monitoring and evaluation of climate change projects (especially supported by GCF and other multilateral, bilateral, philanthropies and private sector development partners). About the role As a Senior Climate Change Advisor you will provide technical leadership in climate change issues and adaptation actions to shape and drive influencing and impact agendas within Save the Children and the wider sector. You will provide expert technical guidance to drive impactful programme design and evidence generation, and to policy and advocacy goals. You will build and maintain strategic relationships with key decision-makers and partners, lead capacity strengthening for colleagues and partners, and champion equality, inclusion and the shifting power agenda. Technical lead for GCF Malawi, Community Resilient Health and Wellbeing of Rural Communities in Southern Malawi (CHWBRC) Project Provide global thought leadership in climate change (adaptation primarily), climate induced health risks, environment & natural resource management to shape and drive shared influencing and impact agendas within the Save the Children movement and the wider sector, maintaining up-to-date expertise and monitoring relevant external trends. Develop and deliver very high-quality policy, research, and/or technical programme design and evaluation with minimal supervision, ensuring inclusivity and excellence in implementation. Contribute to a strong learning culture through leading or supporting research, evaluation, innovation and knowledge sharing. Support Country Offices to integrate climate change risk management and resilience outcomes into ongoing and future Sectoral and developmental programmes, strategies, and policies. Contribute to and lead the development of climate-related research, studies, evaluations, and documentation of good practice to build a body of evidence, based on best practices and lessons learned from global and national experiences, to support (i) knowledge management, (ii) evidence generation, and (iii) programme improvements Facilitate capacity strengthening through mentoring, coaching, and training, providing formal and informal support to colleagues and partners to build expertise and effectiveness. Work closely with colleagues across Save the Children UK and the wider movement to ensure climate is mainstreamed across all thematic areas, ensuring that colleagues are equipped with the latest climate-related science and best practices. Build and maintain relationships with key decision-makers, including donors, government agencies, multilateral partners, and peer organisations, to enhance collaboration and secure funding for climate-related initiatives. Support Country Offices in building relationships with GCF National Designated Authorities (NDAs) and other key stakeholders to advance climate finance access and impact. Work with partnerships and fundraising teams to identify and develop strategic partnerships with external organisations that aligns with Save the Children's climate-related objectives, and to identify funding opportunities for climate-related projects. About you We are looking for someone with the following experience, competencies and skills Proven experience and the ability to design and implement large-scale climate adaptation programmes in developing countries, for multi-lateral and bi-lateral development partners Good understanding of climate change risks affecting global south communities, children and the marginalized Proven ability to translate complex scientific evidence on climate change into practical programming and policy recommendations Proven ability to strengthen evidence and learning uptake through analysis and collaboration, and proven ability to produce high-quality knowledge products (e.g. research, case studies, evaluations, etc.) Strategic thinker and demonstrated thought leader driven by impact and evidence, curious to keep up to date with new ideas and innovations, who sees the positive potential in change Experience of strengthening the integration of climate resilience and environmental sustainability into sectoral programs and/or Experience of designing and implementing nature-based solutions and adopting evidence-based ecosystem-based approaches Familiarity with global climate frameworks, funding mechanisms (e.g. the Green Climate Fund), and relevant policy processes. Experience supporting or managing multidisciplinary teams or consortia, ideally across countries or regions. The ability to be a thought leader in global or national adaptation planning such as climate and health; climate and nutrition; nature-based solutions; locally led adaptation; climate and gender; food and water security, etc. Strong interpersonal skills, emotional intelligence, and authenticity that enable effective communication with different audiences Collaborative team player capable of coaching, motivating and working through others to achieve outstanding results Proven ability to build external relationships and partnerships, and to influence decision-makers, policy audiences (including politicians) and donors, and other key actors globally Please note: To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible as we reserve the right to close the vacancy early if a high volume of applications are received. This is to ensure that we can manage application levels whilst maintaining a positive candidate experience. Unfortunately, once a vacancy has closed, we are unable to consider further applications. Location & Ways of Working: The majority of our roles can be performed remotely in the UK, but at times you will be required to come to your contracted office (usually between 2 4 days per month, depending on the needs of your role, team, or service). For many roles, this is likely to be the minimum required to deliver impact. This will be discussed and agreed with your manager/team, and we encourage candidates to discuss our ways of working in more detail at interview stage. Please note: travel costs to your contracted office will be at your own expense.
Apr 02, 2026
Full time
Closing date: 16 April 2026 Ref: 7337 Save the Children UK is seeking a passionate and experienced Senior Climate Change Advisor to join our Global Outcomes Department and lead transformative climate adaptation work that protects children's rights and futures. In this pivotal role, you will provide technical leadership across the design and delivery of large-scale, single and multi-country climate adaptation programmes particularly in developing countries and fragile contexts. A key focus of the role will be leading the development, delivery and learning of our climate and health portfolio, strengthening the evidence base and driving integration across programmes and policy. Working closely with Country Offices, multilateral and bilateral development partners (such as the Green Climate Fund and Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office), and global partners, you will shape high-quality, evidence-based programmes, strengthen climate resilience across sectors, and influence global policy and practice on climate action. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to one of the most urgent intergenerational challenges of our time. If you are committed to climate justice, child rights, and systems-level change - and have the expertise to bridge climate science with practical, child-focused solutions we would love to hear from you. About Us Save the Children UK believes every child deserves a future. In the UK and around the world, we work every day to give children a healthy start in life, the opportunity to learn and protection from harm. When crisis strikes, and children are most vulnerable, we are always among the first to respond and the last to leave. We ensure children's unique needs are met and their voices are heard. We deliver lasting results for millions of children, including those hardest to reach. About the Team: The climate crisis is a child right's crisis that threatens the fulfilment of all of children's rights. It is therefore of central importance to Save the Children's mission and a critical driver in our 2025-27 strategy. The Climate Change team is working as part of the Global Outcomes Department, having our Impact and Influencing function catalyse positive change for children and their communities; by driving influencing agendas and bringing knowledge, evidence, analysis and expertise to our partnerships, programmes and advocacy work. The Climate Change Team at SCUK also works as part of the Global Save the Children movement and the wider sector to drive long lasting systems changes at the global and country levels. We are committed to promoting inclusive and equitable solutions, amplifying the voices of children most affected by climate change, and prioritising locally led efforts for lasting change, through our ever-growing portfolio in UK, Africa and Asia. We are also committed to shifting powers to the local actors and country office by strengthening capacities particularly through providing high quality technical assistance for design, delivery, monitoring and evaluation of climate change projects (especially supported by GCF and other multilateral, bilateral, philanthropies and private sector development partners). About the role As a Senior Climate Change Advisor you will provide technical leadership in climate change issues and adaptation actions to shape and drive influencing and impact agendas within Save the Children and the wider sector. You will provide expert technical guidance to drive impactful programme design and evidence generation, and to policy and advocacy goals. You will build and maintain strategic relationships with key decision-makers and partners, lead capacity strengthening for colleagues and partners, and champion equality, inclusion and the shifting power agenda. Technical lead for GCF Malawi, Community Resilient Health and Wellbeing of Rural Communities in Southern Malawi (CHWBRC) Project Provide global thought leadership in climate change (adaptation primarily), climate induced health risks, environment & natural resource management to shape and drive shared influencing and impact agendas within the Save the Children movement and the wider sector, maintaining up-to-date expertise and monitoring relevant external trends. Develop and deliver very high-quality policy, research, and/or technical programme design and evaluation with minimal supervision, ensuring inclusivity and excellence in implementation. Contribute to a strong learning culture through leading or supporting research, evaluation, innovation and knowledge sharing. Support Country Offices to integrate climate change risk management and resilience outcomes into ongoing and future Sectoral and developmental programmes, strategies, and policies. Contribute to and lead the development of climate-related research, studies, evaluations, and documentation of good practice to build a body of evidence, based on best practices and lessons learned from global and national experiences, to support (i) knowledge management, (ii) evidence generation, and (iii) programme improvements Facilitate capacity strengthening through mentoring, coaching, and training, providing formal and informal support to colleagues and partners to build expertise and effectiveness. Work closely with colleagues across Save the Children UK and the wider movement to ensure climate is mainstreamed across all thematic areas, ensuring that colleagues are equipped with the latest climate-related science and best practices. Build and maintain relationships with key decision-makers, including donors, government agencies, multilateral partners, and peer organisations, to enhance collaboration and secure funding for climate-related initiatives. Support Country Offices in building relationships with GCF National Designated Authorities (NDAs) and other key stakeholders to advance climate finance access and impact. Work with partnerships and fundraising teams to identify and develop strategic partnerships with external organisations that aligns with Save the Children's climate-related objectives, and to identify funding opportunities for climate-related projects. About you We are looking for someone with the following experience, competencies and skills Proven experience and the ability to design and implement large-scale climate adaptation programmes in developing countries, for multi-lateral and bi-lateral development partners Good understanding of climate change risks affecting global south communities, children and the marginalized Proven ability to translate complex scientific evidence on climate change into practical programming and policy recommendations Proven ability to strengthen evidence and learning uptake through analysis and collaboration, and proven ability to produce high-quality knowledge products (e.g. research, case studies, evaluations, etc.) Strategic thinker and demonstrated thought leader driven by impact and evidence, curious to keep up to date with new ideas and innovations, who sees the positive potential in change Experience of strengthening the integration of climate resilience and environmental sustainability into sectoral programs and/or Experience of designing and implementing nature-based solutions and adopting evidence-based ecosystem-based approaches Familiarity with global climate frameworks, funding mechanisms (e.g. the Green Climate Fund), and relevant policy processes. Experience supporting or managing multidisciplinary teams or consortia, ideally across countries or regions. The ability to be a thought leader in global or national adaptation planning such as climate and health; climate and nutrition; nature-based solutions; locally led adaptation; climate and gender; food and water security, etc. Strong interpersonal skills, emotional intelligence, and authenticity that enable effective communication with different audiences Collaborative team player capable of coaching, motivating and working through others to achieve outstanding results Proven ability to build external relationships and partnerships, and to influence decision-makers, policy audiences (including politicians) and donors, and other key actors globally Please note: To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible as we reserve the right to close the vacancy early if a high volume of applications are received. This is to ensure that we can manage application levels whilst maintaining a positive candidate experience. Unfortunately, once a vacancy has closed, we are unable to consider further applications. Location & Ways of Working: The majority of our roles can be performed remotely in the UK, but at times you will be required to come to your contracted office (usually between 2 4 days per month, depending on the needs of your role, team, or service). For many roles, this is likely to be the minimum required to deliver impact. This will be discussed and agreed with your manager/team, and we encourage candidates to discuss our ways of working in more detail at interview stage. Please note: travel costs to your contracted office will be at your own expense.
Defect Manager (Infrastructure/Networking) Pay Rate: £500 (via umbrella) Duration: 12 months initial (scope to extend) Working arrangement: 3 times a week in Bristol A leading public sector institution is undertaking a major multi-site infrastructure transformation and is seeking an experienced Defect Manager to take ownership of all programme-wide defect streams. This is a pivotal, high-visibility role supporting the rollout of physical devices and networked hardware across a large estate. You will be responsible for end-to-end defect management across multiple workstreams within a large infrastructure implementation project. This includes triage, assignment, tracking, reporting, and driving resolution across on-site teams, engineers, suppliers, and service functions. Experience required: Strong understanding of networking fundamentals (VLANs, Firewalls, VRFs, segmentation; Juniper experience beneficial) Extensive hands-on defect management in physical infrastructure environments (printers, network equipment, building hardware, connected devices, etc.) Solid knowledge of networking fundamentals: understanding of VLANs, Firewalls, VRFs, segment management, preferably with Juniper switch exposure (operation, not configuration). Expert-level Jira skills, including dashboards, reporting, and full audit trail maintenance Proven ability to run multi-stream defect processes including UAT findings, network alerts, user-raised issues, and supplier defects Demonstrable ability to work independently, take ownership, and drive pace without step-by-step direction Comfortable working under tight resolution windows (eg, five-day warranty periods) Experience managing defects across multi-vendor, multi-site infrastructure programme Reasonable Adjustments: Respect and equality are core values to us. We are proud of the diverse and inclusive community we have built, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and perspectives. Our success is driven by our people, united by the spirit of partnership to deliver the best resourcing solutions for our clients. If you need any help or adjustments during the recruitment process for any reason , please let us know when you apply or talk to the recruiters directly so we can support you.
Apr 02, 2026
Contractor
Defect Manager (Infrastructure/Networking) Pay Rate: £500 (via umbrella) Duration: 12 months initial (scope to extend) Working arrangement: 3 times a week in Bristol A leading public sector institution is undertaking a major multi-site infrastructure transformation and is seeking an experienced Defect Manager to take ownership of all programme-wide defect streams. This is a pivotal, high-visibility role supporting the rollout of physical devices and networked hardware across a large estate. You will be responsible for end-to-end defect management across multiple workstreams within a large infrastructure implementation project. This includes triage, assignment, tracking, reporting, and driving resolution across on-site teams, engineers, suppliers, and service functions. Experience required: Strong understanding of networking fundamentals (VLANs, Firewalls, VRFs, segmentation; Juniper experience beneficial) Extensive hands-on defect management in physical infrastructure environments (printers, network equipment, building hardware, connected devices, etc.) Solid knowledge of networking fundamentals: understanding of VLANs, Firewalls, VRFs, segment management, preferably with Juniper switch exposure (operation, not configuration). Expert-level Jira skills, including dashboards, reporting, and full audit trail maintenance Proven ability to run multi-stream defect processes including UAT findings, network alerts, user-raised issues, and supplier defects Demonstrable ability to work independently, take ownership, and drive pace without step-by-step direction Comfortable working under tight resolution windows (eg, five-day warranty periods) Experience managing defects across multi-vendor, multi-site infrastructure programme Reasonable Adjustments: Respect and equality are core values to us. We are proud of the diverse and inclusive community we have built, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and perspectives. Our success is driven by our people, united by the spirit of partnership to deliver the best resourcing solutions for our clients. If you need any help or adjustments during the recruitment process for any reason , please let us know when you apply or talk to the recruiters directly so we can support you.
Company Profile CBRE is the global leader in real estate services and leverages the industry's most powerful knowledge base to meet the commercial real estate needs of its clients worldwide. Our vision is to be the preeminent, vertically integrated, globally capable real estate service firm. Globally we employ over 70,000 employees and operate in 48 countries. Job Title: Workplace Coordinator CBRE Global Workplace Solutions is a leading global provider of integrated facilities and corporate real estate management. We are recruiting a Workplace Coordinator to join the team located in Manchester . Role Summary: The successful candidate will be responsible for providing the operational delivery of the post room services and support Facility Management services. Carry out Mail Room activities including receipt, sorting and distributing incoming and outgoing post to and from mail collection points, keeping digital mail post trays names up to date, ensuring areas are tidy and that uncollected post is distributed Support in offsite archiving recalling and sending offsite. Monitor and maintain stationery levels Deliver goods received to correct destination/person Approve invoices; goods received notes and statements for payment purposes Assists with preparing meeting and conference rooms. support setup of conference/meetings rooms. Arranges for and reserves projectors and other meeting equipment, ensuring equipment is in good operating condition. Arranges video and/or web conferencing as needed. IT/AV checks. Support/Monitor 3rd party maintenance supplier activities when required and report any corrective works arising Comply with HSE requirements as outlined within the SLA and as instructed by the company policy Act as a part of site Emergency team i.e. Fire Marshall, as required for emergency control activities Report all accidents, occupational illnesses and emergencies in relevant books/documentation Ensure all contractors, under sphere of control, operate within appropriate HSE processes and client HSE standards Conduct monthly health and safety SLA checks in support of contract performance requirements Support/Monitor 3rd party maintenance supplier activities when required and report any corrective works arising Provides personal services to employees such as arrangement stationary for events, office wayfinding, volume tracking & reporting, storytelling & building tours & administrative support (preparation of meeting materials), and other services as needed. Maintains neat appearance in the print hubs, meeting rooms rooms and other common areas. Requests building and housekeeping services as needed. Periodically inspects common area equipment to ensure good operating condition. Arranges equipment service as needed. Assists the Workplace Services Team and CBRE community with general administrative support including event management, desk booking, locker management, etc. Requests building and/or equipment services as needed. Provides administrative support including meeting coordination, office and workplace experience equipment care, and supply management. Responds to community requests and complaints regarding Workplace Experience services. Ensure safety standards are met by those delivery workplace experience services; whether CBRE employees or third-party service providers. Manages facilities and office requests, follow up on all request upon completion and escalate recurring issues. Any other task suitable and agreeable within scope Person Specific Strong PC skills, MS Office Self-motivated and resourceful Good administrative skills Well organised and good prioritisation and planning skills Service orientated attitude combined with innovative thinking Knowledge and awareness of the facilities management industry Practical experience in working with supply partners to deliver a seamless, integrated service Customer services experience and the ability to communicate at all levels Deal with any enquiries in a prompt and efficient manner To immediately raise any health and safety concerns to your manager or team leader
Apr 02, 2026
Full time
Company Profile CBRE is the global leader in real estate services and leverages the industry's most powerful knowledge base to meet the commercial real estate needs of its clients worldwide. Our vision is to be the preeminent, vertically integrated, globally capable real estate service firm. Globally we employ over 70,000 employees and operate in 48 countries. Job Title: Workplace Coordinator CBRE Global Workplace Solutions is a leading global provider of integrated facilities and corporate real estate management. We are recruiting a Workplace Coordinator to join the team located in Manchester . Role Summary: The successful candidate will be responsible for providing the operational delivery of the post room services and support Facility Management services. Carry out Mail Room activities including receipt, sorting and distributing incoming and outgoing post to and from mail collection points, keeping digital mail post trays names up to date, ensuring areas are tidy and that uncollected post is distributed Support in offsite archiving recalling and sending offsite. Monitor and maintain stationery levels Deliver goods received to correct destination/person Approve invoices; goods received notes and statements for payment purposes Assists with preparing meeting and conference rooms. support setup of conference/meetings rooms. Arranges for and reserves projectors and other meeting equipment, ensuring equipment is in good operating condition. Arranges video and/or web conferencing as needed. IT/AV checks. Support/Monitor 3rd party maintenance supplier activities when required and report any corrective works arising Comply with HSE requirements as outlined within the SLA and as instructed by the company policy Act as a part of site Emergency team i.e. Fire Marshall, as required for emergency control activities Report all accidents, occupational illnesses and emergencies in relevant books/documentation Ensure all contractors, under sphere of control, operate within appropriate HSE processes and client HSE standards Conduct monthly health and safety SLA checks in support of contract performance requirements Support/Monitor 3rd party maintenance supplier activities when required and report any corrective works arising Provides personal services to employees such as arrangement stationary for events, office wayfinding, volume tracking & reporting, storytelling & building tours & administrative support (preparation of meeting materials), and other services as needed. Maintains neat appearance in the print hubs, meeting rooms rooms and other common areas. Requests building and housekeeping services as needed. Periodically inspects common area equipment to ensure good operating condition. Arranges equipment service as needed. Assists the Workplace Services Team and CBRE community with general administrative support including event management, desk booking, locker management, etc. Requests building and/or equipment services as needed. Provides administrative support including meeting coordination, office and workplace experience equipment care, and supply management. Responds to community requests and complaints regarding Workplace Experience services. Ensure safety standards are met by those delivery workplace experience services; whether CBRE employees or third-party service providers. Manages facilities and office requests, follow up on all request upon completion and escalate recurring issues. Any other task suitable and agreeable within scope Person Specific Strong PC skills, MS Office Self-motivated and resourceful Good administrative skills Well organised and good prioritisation and planning skills Service orientated attitude combined with innovative thinking Knowledge and awareness of the facilities management industry Practical experience in working with supply partners to deliver a seamless, integrated service Customer services experience and the ability to communicate at all levels Deal with any enquiries in a prompt and efficient manner To immediately raise any health and safety concerns to your manager or team leader
Interview dates: first stage (virtual) on Wednesday 22nd April and second stage (in person) on Wednesday 29th April Annual leave: 33 days (plus eight bank holidays) Benefits: enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave, and shared parental pay family-friendly policies 8% employer pension contribution (Aviva) life assurance cover at 3 x annual salary health cashback plan (Medicash): employee cover plus up to four dependent children 24/7 virtual GP access (UK registered), plus access to Best Doctors confidential employee assistance programme (Medicash) access to a wellbeing app flexible working options including hybrid working, flexible working patterns such as part-time, compressed hours, and more learning and development opportunities including bespoke training and access to LinkedIn Learning) commitment to employee health and wellbeing. We have a Menopause Friendly accreditation and are a Disability Confident employer This is an exciting opportunity to join Dementia UK as a Mass Participation Manager (Engagement) where you ll shape how we connect with and inspire mass participation supporters, ensuring every interaction is meaningful, timely and drives long-term engagement. You ll lead a talented supporter facing team, optimize supporter journeys, and use data-driven insights to grow income and maximise lifetime value. You will be responsible for the stewardship of supporters taking on a virtual event or Dementia UK owned product. The virtual events portfolio at Dementia UK consist of a series of month-long challenges that bring our supporters together online across the UK, for example our upcoming Walk 31 Miles in May challenge. The Owned Products Team is responsible for delivering key flagship events such as Time for a Cuppa, alongside other mass participation fundraising products at Dementia UK. Working closely with the Mass Participation Manager (Virtual Projects) and Mass Participation Manager (Products) you will drive excellent supporter experience, ensuring supporters are engaged, well-supported throughout their events, and motivated to continue their engagement with Dementia UK. A part of this role will be project based, with the goal to develop supporter experience to build lifetime value of supporters by regularly reviewing stewardship journeys. You will also work with other fundraising teams to identify any other fundraising opportunities to continue the supporter journey after our virtual events to build supporter long term value. You will be managing a team of four and will support them with complaints escalation, first point of contact customer service with mass participation supporters, and identify areas of improvement with the team s processes. We are looking for you to have experience with high volume of supporter enquiries and some experience of managing a team or helping them to deliver excellent supporter or customer care, especially in busy periods. You will have experience of delivering supporter journeys and stewardships communications, as well as strong fundraising and stewardship knowledge to motivate, uplift and engage our supporters to build long term value with Dementia UK. If you re passionate about supporter experience, thrive on improving processes, and want to make a tangible impact for families affected by dementia, then this role is for you. This role will be subject to a Basic DBS check. Our culture In addition to a competitive salary and a generous benefits package, we truly value our people. It s important for us to create a working environment that looks after our workforce to support them in achieving their full potential. You will become part of a diverse and dedicated team who are supported to use and develop their skills. We recognise and value the key role you will play in delivering our strategic plans for the benefit of those living with dementia. Our staff have a voice. Representatives from different roles and levels across the organisation positively contribute to and lead on our working groups around health and wellbeing, menopause, and equity, diversity and inclusion. Dementia UK is proud to welcome everyone. We aim for a truly inclusive culture with talented, diverse teams that represent a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We celebrate difference and individuality and encourage everyone to join us and be their whole selves always. Dementia UK is a Disability Confident Employer. By applying to join Dementia UK, you acknowledge that in the event you are successful for the role, any offer and your ongoing employment will be conditional on you having or obtaining the right to work in the UK. Please note that any decision on flexible working is based on business needs When you apply for a job at Dementia UK, we will collect certain information about you to process your application and assess your suitability for the role. Further details can be found in our privacy notice.
Apr 02, 2026
Full time
Interview dates: first stage (virtual) on Wednesday 22nd April and second stage (in person) on Wednesday 29th April Annual leave: 33 days (plus eight bank holidays) Benefits: enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave, and shared parental pay family-friendly policies 8% employer pension contribution (Aviva) life assurance cover at 3 x annual salary health cashback plan (Medicash): employee cover plus up to four dependent children 24/7 virtual GP access (UK registered), plus access to Best Doctors confidential employee assistance programme (Medicash) access to a wellbeing app flexible working options including hybrid working, flexible working patterns such as part-time, compressed hours, and more learning and development opportunities including bespoke training and access to LinkedIn Learning) commitment to employee health and wellbeing. We have a Menopause Friendly accreditation and are a Disability Confident employer This is an exciting opportunity to join Dementia UK as a Mass Participation Manager (Engagement) where you ll shape how we connect with and inspire mass participation supporters, ensuring every interaction is meaningful, timely and drives long-term engagement. You ll lead a talented supporter facing team, optimize supporter journeys, and use data-driven insights to grow income and maximise lifetime value. You will be responsible for the stewardship of supporters taking on a virtual event or Dementia UK owned product. The virtual events portfolio at Dementia UK consist of a series of month-long challenges that bring our supporters together online across the UK, for example our upcoming Walk 31 Miles in May challenge. The Owned Products Team is responsible for delivering key flagship events such as Time for a Cuppa, alongside other mass participation fundraising products at Dementia UK. Working closely with the Mass Participation Manager (Virtual Projects) and Mass Participation Manager (Products) you will drive excellent supporter experience, ensuring supporters are engaged, well-supported throughout their events, and motivated to continue their engagement with Dementia UK. A part of this role will be project based, with the goal to develop supporter experience to build lifetime value of supporters by regularly reviewing stewardship journeys. You will also work with other fundraising teams to identify any other fundraising opportunities to continue the supporter journey after our virtual events to build supporter long term value. You will be managing a team of four and will support them with complaints escalation, first point of contact customer service with mass participation supporters, and identify areas of improvement with the team s processes. We are looking for you to have experience with high volume of supporter enquiries and some experience of managing a team or helping them to deliver excellent supporter or customer care, especially in busy periods. You will have experience of delivering supporter journeys and stewardships communications, as well as strong fundraising and stewardship knowledge to motivate, uplift and engage our supporters to build long term value with Dementia UK. If you re passionate about supporter experience, thrive on improving processes, and want to make a tangible impact for families affected by dementia, then this role is for you. This role will be subject to a Basic DBS check. Our culture In addition to a competitive salary and a generous benefits package, we truly value our people. It s important for us to create a working environment that looks after our workforce to support them in achieving their full potential. You will become part of a diverse and dedicated team who are supported to use and develop their skills. We recognise and value the key role you will play in delivering our strategic plans for the benefit of those living with dementia. Our staff have a voice. Representatives from different roles and levels across the organisation positively contribute to and lead on our working groups around health and wellbeing, menopause, and equity, diversity and inclusion. Dementia UK is proud to welcome everyone. We aim for a truly inclusive culture with talented, diverse teams that represent a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We celebrate difference and individuality and encourage everyone to join us and be their whole selves always. Dementia UK is a Disability Confident Employer. By applying to join Dementia UK, you acknowledge that in the event you are successful for the role, any offer and your ongoing employment will be conditional on you having or obtaining the right to work in the UK. Please note that any decision on flexible working is based on business needs When you apply for a job at Dementia UK, we will collect certain information about you to process your application and assess your suitability for the role. Further details can be found in our privacy notice.
Customer Excellence Manager Northwest (Site & Office Based) Circa £40,000+ (depending on experience) + Excellent Benefits + Career Progression A leading Northwest contractor is looking to appoint a Customer Excellence Manager to lead and develop a high-performing team of Customer Liaison Officers across a range of housing and construction projects click apply for full job details
Apr 02, 2026
Full time
Customer Excellence Manager Northwest (Site & Office Based) Circa £40,000+ (depending on experience) + Excellent Benefits + Career Progression A leading Northwest contractor is looking to appoint a Customer Excellence Manager to lead and develop a high-performing team of Customer Liaison Officers across a range of housing and construction projects click apply for full job details
Nigel Wright Group
Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear
The Opportunity Senior Group Reporting ManagerLocation: North East (Head Office based) A leading UK corporate with a North East HQ is seeking a competent Senior Group Reporting Manager to join its central finance function. This is a key role within a high-performing Group team, offering excellent exposure to senior stakeholders, complex reporting activities, and opportunities to contribute to ongoing improvement projects. The Role In this position, you will play a pivotal part in delivering high-quality financial reporting across a multi-entity Group structure. You will be a core contributor during peak reporting cycles and a valued business partner throughout the year.Working closely with senior finance leaders, you will provide technical expertise, ensure robust controls and reporting processes, and support the development of enhanced financial insight across the organisation. Lead and support Group-level statutory and consolidated reporting. Manage the preparation and review of financial statements across multiple entities. Act as a key point of contact for external auditors during year-end. Provide technical accounting guidance (IFRS/FRS 101) to senior stakeholders. Deliver clear, insightful analysis and commentary for leadership and governance forums. Support the strengthening of financial controls and reporting processes. Contribute to finance improvement initiatives and systems-related projects. Provide coaching or oversight to more junior team members within the reporting structure. About You Fully qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent), ideally with practice training. Strong technical accounting capability and experience with complex Group structures. Confident operating in a fast-paced environment with tight reporting deadlines. Analytical, detail-oriented and comfortable taking ownership. Able to build strong working relationships across central and operational teams. Proactive, solutions-focused and able to work independently when required. Experience mentoring or managing junior colleagues is advantageous. What's on Offer? A visible and influential Group Finance role. A collaborative culture with strong career-development potential. Competitive salary, bonus and benefits aligned to contribution and performance. Exposure to a wide variety of financial, operational and project-based work.
Apr 02, 2026
Full time
The Opportunity Senior Group Reporting ManagerLocation: North East (Head Office based) A leading UK corporate with a North East HQ is seeking a competent Senior Group Reporting Manager to join its central finance function. This is a key role within a high-performing Group team, offering excellent exposure to senior stakeholders, complex reporting activities, and opportunities to contribute to ongoing improvement projects. The Role In this position, you will play a pivotal part in delivering high-quality financial reporting across a multi-entity Group structure. You will be a core contributor during peak reporting cycles and a valued business partner throughout the year.Working closely with senior finance leaders, you will provide technical expertise, ensure robust controls and reporting processes, and support the development of enhanced financial insight across the organisation. Lead and support Group-level statutory and consolidated reporting. Manage the preparation and review of financial statements across multiple entities. Act as a key point of contact for external auditors during year-end. Provide technical accounting guidance (IFRS/FRS 101) to senior stakeholders. Deliver clear, insightful analysis and commentary for leadership and governance forums. Support the strengthening of financial controls and reporting processes. Contribute to finance improvement initiatives and systems-related projects. Provide coaching or oversight to more junior team members within the reporting structure. About You Fully qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent), ideally with practice training. Strong technical accounting capability and experience with complex Group structures. Confident operating in a fast-paced environment with tight reporting deadlines. Analytical, detail-oriented and comfortable taking ownership. Able to build strong working relationships across central and operational teams. Proactive, solutions-focused and able to work independently when required. Experience mentoring or managing junior colleagues is advantageous. What's on Offer? A visible and influential Group Finance role. A collaborative culture with strong career-development potential. Competitive salary, bonus and benefits aligned to contribution and performance. Exposure to a wide variety of financial, operational and project-based work.
We are working with the world's premier provider in their industry and sector to assist in the recruitment of a customer service, sales and admin support employee if you like lots of variety, keep reading They lead the global market in both volume and quality. As a family-owned company, they have a long history of success, ensuring job stability and long-term growth opportunities. The company is committed to continuous improvement and progress while fostering a fun, professional, ethical, and safe work environment. To be considered for the role, you ll require the following essentials: Manage customer accounts, process and follow up on invoices. Provide first-line customer support and handle inquiries. Process orders, manage order-related projects, and ensure timely delivery. Prepare quotations, maintain the customer database, and update pricing. Verify stock availability, monitor inventory, and oversee office supply procurement. Liaise with suppliers, coordinate business travel, and schedule meetings. Organize events, and internal meetings. Assist with general office administration, reception duties, and data entry. Collaborate with Management and Supply Chain to meet lead times and deliver exceptional customer service. Provide after-sales support, manage returned products, and liaise with couriers. Engage in proactive sales and support ad-hoc projects. Proofread marketing documents and assist the sales manager with prospecting. The ideal candidate will be an excellent customer focused individual, that can communicate on many levels, and be IT literate. Having a can-do attitude, strong organisational skills and a flexible work attitude you will fit directly into the team fostering a fun, professional ethical and safe role. Within this position, you ll also be: Possessing a keen eye for detail and the ability to manage priorities. Able to demonstrate strong organizational skills and a methodical approach to tasks. Working in a fast-paced, high-demand environment with multitasking capabilities. Showing exceptional interpersonal skills. Focusing on customer satisfaction. Equipped with administrative, record-keeping, and clerical expertise. Known for problem-solving abilities. Retaining and applying knowledge effectively. Salary & Working Hours Salary is £26,000 FTE per annum 5 days per week 30/32 hours 1 day wfh Free on Site Parking 25 Days annual leave plus Bank Holidays (Pro ratad) Good working atmosphere International Environment Annual Profit-Sharing program Annual salary increase program Talk Staff Recruitment is an established division of Talk Staff Group and works with companies throughout the East Midlands and UK with roles including many areas such as: Accountancy & Finance, Human Resources, Marketing, Contact Centre and Office Support. Talk Staff Recruitment act as an Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy. See our website for more details and jobs available - (url removed) (phone number removed)
Apr 02, 2026
Full time
We are working with the world's premier provider in their industry and sector to assist in the recruitment of a customer service, sales and admin support employee if you like lots of variety, keep reading They lead the global market in both volume and quality. As a family-owned company, they have a long history of success, ensuring job stability and long-term growth opportunities. The company is committed to continuous improvement and progress while fostering a fun, professional, ethical, and safe work environment. To be considered for the role, you ll require the following essentials: Manage customer accounts, process and follow up on invoices. Provide first-line customer support and handle inquiries. Process orders, manage order-related projects, and ensure timely delivery. Prepare quotations, maintain the customer database, and update pricing. Verify stock availability, monitor inventory, and oversee office supply procurement. Liaise with suppliers, coordinate business travel, and schedule meetings. Organize events, and internal meetings. Assist with general office administration, reception duties, and data entry. Collaborate with Management and Supply Chain to meet lead times and deliver exceptional customer service. Provide after-sales support, manage returned products, and liaise with couriers. Engage in proactive sales and support ad-hoc projects. Proofread marketing documents and assist the sales manager with prospecting. The ideal candidate will be an excellent customer focused individual, that can communicate on many levels, and be IT literate. Having a can-do attitude, strong organisational skills and a flexible work attitude you will fit directly into the team fostering a fun, professional ethical and safe role. Within this position, you ll also be: Possessing a keen eye for detail and the ability to manage priorities. Able to demonstrate strong organizational skills and a methodical approach to tasks. Working in a fast-paced, high-demand environment with multitasking capabilities. Showing exceptional interpersonal skills. Focusing on customer satisfaction. Equipped with administrative, record-keeping, and clerical expertise. Known for problem-solving abilities. Retaining and applying knowledge effectively. Salary & Working Hours Salary is £26,000 FTE per annum 5 days per week 30/32 hours 1 day wfh Free on Site Parking 25 Days annual leave plus Bank Holidays (Pro ratad) Good working atmosphere International Environment Annual Profit-Sharing program Annual salary increase program Talk Staff Recruitment is an established division of Talk Staff Group and works with companies throughout the East Midlands and UK with roles including many areas such as: Accountancy & Finance, Human Resources, Marketing, Contact Centre and Office Support. Talk Staff Recruitment act as an Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy. See our website for more details and jobs available - (url removed) (phone number removed)
We're recruiting for an experienced Office Manager to join a growing professional services firm in Beverley. This is a key leadership role, offering a salary of 33,000, and responsible for the day-to-day running of the office while managing and supporting a small team. This is a true player-manager position, combining people leadership with hands-on involvement in office operations and workflow management. The Role: Lead the daily operations of the office, ensuring a professional and well-run environment Manage and support a team of administrators, providing coaching, guidance, and performance support Oversee client workflow, ensuring tasks are managed efficiently and deadlines are met Act as a key support point for the team, helping maximise their time and client outcomes Drive process improvements and maintain consistent operational standards Support onboarding, team engagement, and a positive office culture Work closely with senior leadership on projects and business improvements About You: Proven experience in office management and team leadership Strong organisational and workflow management skills Confident communicator with the ability to motivate and develop others Proactive problem-solver with a hands-on approach Comfortable using CRM systems and Microsoft Office (Salesforce experience beneficial) High attention to detail and commitment to quality This is a great opportunity to join a professional, people-focused organisation where you can make a real impact on both team performance and overall office success. Huntress Search Ltd acts as a Recruitment Agency in relation to all Permanent roles and as a Recruitment Business in relation to all Temporary roles. We practice a diverse and inclusive recruitment process that ensures equal opportunity for all we work with, irrespective of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. As an organisation, we encourage applications from all backgrounds and will ensure measures are met when required, to allow a fair process throughout. PLEASE NOTE: We can only consider applications from candidates who have the right to work in the UK.
Apr 02, 2026
Full time
We're recruiting for an experienced Office Manager to join a growing professional services firm in Beverley. This is a key leadership role, offering a salary of 33,000, and responsible for the day-to-day running of the office while managing and supporting a small team. This is a true player-manager position, combining people leadership with hands-on involvement in office operations and workflow management. The Role: Lead the daily operations of the office, ensuring a professional and well-run environment Manage and support a team of administrators, providing coaching, guidance, and performance support Oversee client workflow, ensuring tasks are managed efficiently and deadlines are met Act as a key support point for the team, helping maximise their time and client outcomes Drive process improvements and maintain consistent operational standards Support onboarding, team engagement, and a positive office culture Work closely with senior leadership on projects and business improvements About You: Proven experience in office management and team leadership Strong organisational and workflow management skills Confident communicator with the ability to motivate and develop others Proactive problem-solver with a hands-on approach Comfortable using CRM systems and Microsoft Office (Salesforce experience beneficial) High attention to detail and commitment to quality This is a great opportunity to join a professional, people-focused organisation where you can make a real impact on both team performance and overall office success. Huntress Search Ltd acts as a Recruitment Agency in relation to all Permanent roles and as a Recruitment Business in relation to all Temporary roles. We practice a diverse and inclusive recruitment process that ensures equal opportunity for all we work with, irrespective of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. As an organisation, we encourage applications from all backgrounds and will ensure measures are met when required, to allow a fair process throughout. PLEASE NOTE: We can only consider applications from candidates who have the right to work in the UK.
Working closely with the Participation Manager, you will help shape and develop programmes using collaborative approaches with community groups, schools and youth organisations. This will include building partnerships that support sustained engagement with underserved audiences and encourage young people and families to explore ongoing opportunities within Wakehurst. An Enhanced DBS Check is required for this role. We are looking for someone with significant experience of working with young people, families and community groups, with a strong emphasis on outreach and partnership development. You will have a proven track record of building and maintaining relationships with schools, youth organisations and community partners, and of successfully bringing new audiences into programmes or engagement opportunities. You will be confident working externally and proactively developing connections, with significant experience of engaging under-served communities and a strong understanding of the barriers that can prevent people from accessing nature, science and cultural spaces. You will play a key role in contributing to the growth of youth and family audiences at Wakehurst by identifying participation trends, developing targeted outreach approaches and working with partners to remove barriers to participation and improve access to engagement opportunities. You will support the development of clear pathways that enable participants to move from initial engagement into deeper involvement with Wakehurst s programmes, including opportunities linked to the Community Access Scheme. You will be an excellent communicator with strong organisational skills, able to manage multiple relationships and coordinate projects effectively while working collaboratively with colleagues across different teams. An interest in nature, conservation or environmental engagement is important, alongside a genuine passion for supporting people to connect with the natural world. Experience of developing new participation initiatives, and embedding inclusive practice within programmes, as well as knowledge of evaluation and safeguarding, would be beneficial. This role is based at Wakehurst with the option of regular home working, subject to operational requirements. About Us The Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew (RBG Kew) is a leading plant science institute, UNESCO World Heritage Site, and major visitor attraction. Our mission is to understand and protect plants and fungi for the well-being of people and the future of all life on Earth. We are working to end the unprecedented extinction crisis and to help create a world where nature is protected, valued by all and managed sustainably. We will achieve these goals by drawing on our leading scientific research, unrivalled collections of plants and fungi, global network of partners, inspirational gardens at Kew and Wakehurst, and our 260 years of history. Join us on our journey as protectors of the world s plants and fungi. Our fantastic benefits package includes opportunities for continuous learning, a generous annual leave entitlement, flexible working to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance, an Employee Assistance Programme and other wellbeing support such as cycle to work scheme and discounted gym membership. We also offer a competitive pension, an employee discount scheme and free entry into a wide range of national museums and galleries, as well as access to our own beautiful gardens at Kew and Wakehurst. We are dedicated to equality of opportunity and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to interview disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the post. No agencies please.
Apr 02, 2026
Full time
Working closely with the Participation Manager, you will help shape and develop programmes using collaborative approaches with community groups, schools and youth organisations. This will include building partnerships that support sustained engagement with underserved audiences and encourage young people and families to explore ongoing opportunities within Wakehurst. An Enhanced DBS Check is required for this role. We are looking for someone with significant experience of working with young people, families and community groups, with a strong emphasis on outreach and partnership development. You will have a proven track record of building and maintaining relationships with schools, youth organisations and community partners, and of successfully bringing new audiences into programmes or engagement opportunities. You will be confident working externally and proactively developing connections, with significant experience of engaging under-served communities and a strong understanding of the barriers that can prevent people from accessing nature, science and cultural spaces. You will play a key role in contributing to the growth of youth and family audiences at Wakehurst by identifying participation trends, developing targeted outreach approaches and working with partners to remove barriers to participation and improve access to engagement opportunities. You will support the development of clear pathways that enable participants to move from initial engagement into deeper involvement with Wakehurst s programmes, including opportunities linked to the Community Access Scheme. You will be an excellent communicator with strong organisational skills, able to manage multiple relationships and coordinate projects effectively while working collaboratively with colleagues across different teams. An interest in nature, conservation or environmental engagement is important, alongside a genuine passion for supporting people to connect with the natural world. Experience of developing new participation initiatives, and embedding inclusive practice within programmes, as well as knowledge of evaluation and safeguarding, would be beneficial. This role is based at Wakehurst with the option of regular home working, subject to operational requirements. About Us The Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew (RBG Kew) is a leading plant science institute, UNESCO World Heritage Site, and major visitor attraction. Our mission is to understand and protect plants and fungi for the well-being of people and the future of all life on Earth. We are working to end the unprecedented extinction crisis and to help create a world where nature is protected, valued by all and managed sustainably. We will achieve these goals by drawing on our leading scientific research, unrivalled collections of plants and fungi, global network of partners, inspirational gardens at Kew and Wakehurst, and our 260 years of history. Join us on our journey as protectors of the world s plants and fungi. Our fantastic benefits package includes opportunities for continuous learning, a generous annual leave entitlement, flexible working to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance, an Employee Assistance Programme and other wellbeing support such as cycle to work scheme and discounted gym membership. We also offer a competitive pension, an employee discount scheme and free entry into a wide range of national museums and galleries, as well as access to our own beautiful gardens at Kew and Wakehurst. We are dedicated to equality of opportunity and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to interview disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the post. No agencies please.
Site Manager Civil Engineering Contractor - Roads & Highways Durham £55k base + car Full-time, Permanent Company Overview Our client are a well-established civil engineering contractor delivering high-quality infrastructure projects across the UK. With a strong reputation in the highways and transportation sector, they work closely with local authorities, national highways bodies, and private sector clients to deliver safe, efficient, and sustainable road construction and improvement schemes. Role Overview They are seeking an experienced and motivated Site Manager to oversee the successful delivery of roads and highways projects. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing site operations, ensuring works are completed safely, on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards. This role is ideal for someone with a strong background in civil engineering, particularly in highways, road construction, and associated infrastructure works. Key Responsibilities Manage day-to-day site operations on highways and road construction projects. Ensure all works are carried out in compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations. Coordinate site teams including subcontractors, engineers, and operatives. Develop and implement construction programmes and monitor progress against targets. Ensure quality control procedures and project specifications are met. Liaise with clients, local authorities, and stakeholders. Manage site documentation including RAMS, permits, and site reports. Monitor project costs and resource allocation to ensure efficient delivery. Lead site briefings and toolbox talks to promote a strong safety culture. Requirements Proven experience as a Site Manager within civil engineering or highways projects. Strong knowledge of road construction, drainage, earthworks, and surfacing works. Excellent leadership and team management skills. Strong organisational and problem-solving abilities. Ability to manage multiple subcontractors and coordinate complex site activities. Essential Qualifications SMSTS (Site Management Safety Training Scheme) CSCS Card (Black/Manager Level preferred) First Aid at Work Full UK Driving Licence Desirable HNC/HND or Degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline Experience working on local authority or National Highways projects Temporary Works Coordinator or Supervisor qualification NRSWA Supervisor What They Offer Competitive salary and benefits package Company vehicle or car allowance Pension scheme Opportunities for career progression within a growing civil engineering contractor Ongoing training and professional development Please send us your CV and we will call you straight away.
Apr 02, 2026
Full time
Site Manager Civil Engineering Contractor - Roads & Highways Durham £55k base + car Full-time, Permanent Company Overview Our client are a well-established civil engineering contractor delivering high-quality infrastructure projects across the UK. With a strong reputation in the highways and transportation sector, they work closely with local authorities, national highways bodies, and private sector clients to deliver safe, efficient, and sustainable road construction and improvement schemes. Role Overview They are seeking an experienced and motivated Site Manager to oversee the successful delivery of roads and highways projects. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing site operations, ensuring works are completed safely, on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards. This role is ideal for someone with a strong background in civil engineering, particularly in highways, road construction, and associated infrastructure works. Key Responsibilities Manage day-to-day site operations on highways and road construction projects. Ensure all works are carried out in compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations. Coordinate site teams including subcontractors, engineers, and operatives. Develop and implement construction programmes and monitor progress against targets. Ensure quality control procedures and project specifications are met. Liaise with clients, local authorities, and stakeholders. Manage site documentation including RAMS, permits, and site reports. Monitor project costs and resource allocation to ensure efficient delivery. Lead site briefings and toolbox talks to promote a strong safety culture. Requirements Proven experience as a Site Manager within civil engineering or highways projects. Strong knowledge of road construction, drainage, earthworks, and surfacing works. Excellent leadership and team management skills. Strong organisational and problem-solving abilities. Ability to manage multiple subcontractors and coordinate complex site activities. Essential Qualifications SMSTS (Site Management Safety Training Scheme) CSCS Card (Black/Manager Level preferred) First Aid at Work Full UK Driving Licence Desirable HNC/HND or Degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline Experience working on local authority or National Highways projects Temporary Works Coordinator or Supervisor qualification NRSWA Supervisor What They Offer Competitive salary and benefits package Company vehicle or car allowance Pension scheme Opportunities for career progression within a growing civil engineering contractor Ongoing training and professional development Please send us your CV and we will call you straight away.
Relationship Manager Marylebone, London (Hybrid: 3 days in the office, 2 days from home) Salary: £35,000 + benefits Prospectus is thrilled to be working with an ambitious organisation that is transforming the landscape of modern philanthropy. As a fast-moving, award-winning charity working with high-net-worth individuals, foundations, and dynamic charitable projects, they are driven by their mission to make giving easier. They are looking for a Relationship Manager to join their team, someone who thrives in a fast-paced, ever-evolving environment, brings energy and initiative, and is excited to take ownership of a varied and meaningful portfolio of work. If you're motivated by problem-solving, enjoy making sense of complexity, and want to see the real-world result of your work, you'll fit right in. What You'll Do Build good relationships with clients and intermediaries. Oversee financial administration including reconciliations, payment processing, budgeting, and cashflow management. Review, assess, and summarise grant applications and project reports. Carry out due diligence in accordance with UK charitable law and regulatory requirements. Analyse complex information, spot risks, and ensure proper compliance throughout. Maintain detailed internal processes while adapting to a dynamic, entrepreneurial environment. Support external communications, produce impact materials, and represent Prism at events. Who We're Looking For A few years' experience in a relationship management or client-facing role. Background in grant making or grant management. Strong analytical skills with an eye for detail and compliance. Ability to digest, evaluate, and summarise large amounts of information clearly. What you'll bring: A proactive, can-do mindset. Strong communication skills. Excellent organisation and attention to detail. Comfortable with change, pace, and evolving structures. Why This Organisation? Work alongside experts shaping the future of philanthropy. Be part of a collaborative, ambitious, and high-performing team. Enjoy variety, challenge, and ownership of your work. Spend your days enabling real social impact. Clear career progression. Based in vibrant Marylebone with hybrid working. If you're driven, adaptable, analytical, and analytical, we would love to hear from you. CV's and cover letters are being reviewed on a rolling basis, so please don't delay in applying.
Apr 02, 2026
Full time
Relationship Manager Marylebone, London (Hybrid: 3 days in the office, 2 days from home) Salary: £35,000 + benefits Prospectus is thrilled to be working with an ambitious organisation that is transforming the landscape of modern philanthropy. As a fast-moving, award-winning charity working with high-net-worth individuals, foundations, and dynamic charitable projects, they are driven by their mission to make giving easier. They are looking for a Relationship Manager to join their team, someone who thrives in a fast-paced, ever-evolving environment, brings energy and initiative, and is excited to take ownership of a varied and meaningful portfolio of work. If you're motivated by problem-solving, enjoy making sense of complexity, and want to see the real-world result of your work, you'll fit right in. What You'll Do Build good relationships with clients and intermediaries. Oversee financial administration including reconciliations, payment processing, budgeting, and cashflow management. Review, assess, and summarise grant applications and project reports. Carry out due diligence in accordance with UK charitable law and regulatory requirements. Analyse complex information, spot risks, and ensure proper compliance throughout. Maintain detailed internal processes while adapting to a dynamic, entrepreneurial environment. Support external communications, produce impact materials, and represent Prism at events. Who We're Looking For A few years' experience in a relationship management or client-facing role. Background in grant making or grant management. Strong analytical skills with an eye for detail and compliance. Ability to digest, evaluate, and summarise large amounts of information clearly. What you'll bring: A proactive, can-do mindset. Strong communication skills. Excellent organisation and attention to detail. Comfortable with change, pace, and evolving structures. Why This Organisation? Work alongside experts shaping the future of philanthropy. Be part of a collaborative, ambitious, and high-performing team. Enjoy variety, challenge, and ownership of your work. Spend your days enabling real social impact. Clear career progression. Based in vibrant Marylebone with hybrid working. If you're driven, adaptable, analytical, and analytical, we would love to hear from you. CV's and cover letters are being reviewed on a rolling basis, so please don't delay in applying.
