About the job Job summary Discover a career in your hands at HMRC. Whether you're seeking purpose, growth, or a workplace that gives you a true sense of belonging, hear from some of our employees as they share their story about what it's really like to work at HMRC. Visit our YouTube channel to watch the full series and come and discover your potential. At HMRC, we are already one of the most digital advanced tax authorities in the world and have one of the largest IT infrastructures and data sources in the UK. With 50 million customers to serve, over 60 thousand colleagues to support, and £600 billion to collect to fund UK Plc, our IT operation is huge! For those who are up to the challenge, we offer unique and unparalleled opportunities to work with some of the newest technologies and make a real, lasting difference. We're recruiting for a Lead Product Manager at HMRC Business Tax team (Process Mining) to be part of our highly creative and collaborative teams supporting His Majesty's Revenue and Customs. We are ambitious, and we need a strong product leader to help us achieve the ambitions we have set out in our 2026/27 vision, delivering great outcomes through digital products. This role needs a strong leader who can challenge, create, and own the product strategy. Your goal is to optimise the overall value of an area of the business tax system by contributing to solving complex and often challenging problems through the creation of great digital products. Job description A Product Lead is responsible for leading a number of product teams within a business area to build and release digital products or services. Product Leads understand the business goals and the high-level user needs for different user groups across the services. Product Leads also understand the organisational and business area strategies, and work with senior leaders and stakeholders to ensure the right types of products and services are being delivered to support the strategies. Product Leads also manage product managers, coach, or mentor them, and support the Head of Profession to build the capability amongst the product management profession. Person specification Responsibilities You will: Create the vision, strategy, roadmap and value proposition for a programme or portfolio of digital services, creating achievable and measurable objectives for a portfolio digital service based on transformation programme goals. Set product priorities, strategic direction and leadership for a programme or portfolio of products in a transformation programme. Create and iterate programme-level roadmaps, reporting and set the agile governance framework for product teams in a programme. Lead engagement with Senior Directors, Senior Civil Servants, and stakeholders to shape and influence delivery activity and governance in transformation programmes, in line with the organisation's strategy and objectives. Work with other professions leads and teams across HMRC to promote user-centred and agile ways of working, and to ensure the resourcing model for multidisciplinary teams works effectively. Lead creation of strategic roadmaps, business cases, funding forecasts and delivery plans to define pipeline of future work in CDIO. Accountable for product outcomes within a transformation programme, setting KPIs and performance measures for success. Line manages, coach and mentor Grade 7 Product Managers and SO Associate Product Managers, responsible for increasing capability and ensuring product management standards and met. Work with Head of Product around recruitment, retention, and upskilling of product managers in HMRC, to define standards and best practice for Product Managers Be a leader within local product management communities and other communities of interest across HMRC, managing and organising cross-government conferences and events. Coordinate product development across HMRC Lines of Business to identify reuse of components and patterns in services. Oversee live services and continuous improvement work for the product /service and management of vendor contracts as and when needed. Lead and support multidisciplinary product teams through discovery, alpha, beta, and live phases of development, turning vision into reality and continuously improving. Essential Criteria: Experience of using lean, agile or user centred design methods (ideally all) Experience of building and maintaining positive relationships with senior stakeholders, including negotiating with stakeholders on difficult issues, acting as an escalation point when needed, and being able to influence stakeholders on a portfolio or service strategy. Demonstration of the ability to look across a number of products/services in a portfolio, and the wider marketplace, to understand how different products can work together to deliver a wider outcome. Experience of successfully prioritising work based on what is valuable to do first across a portfolio/ service/programme, managing dependencies between different products, digital and non-digital channels, et cetera. Demonstration of the ability to use qualitative or quantitative research (e.g., customer feedback, market research, service metrics, et cetera) to gain insights on a problem, or potential solutions. Experience of coaching, mentoring and line managing others across a digital team in product management roles or other GDaD roles. Experience of working with digital teams and other professions to improve ways of working at scale across a number of teams. Experience of building capability in others and facilitating learning and development at scale, including of product management frameworks and tools. Demonstration of the ability to understand how to measure and track success of a programme and recalibrate areas of the programme to optimise outcomes- including demonstration of understanding the product lifecycle and knowing when to keep going on products and when to stop or pivot. Experience of successfully communicating with others to explain problems, present options, setting a direction for moving forward, and getting buy in for recommendations. Desirable Criteria: Significant knowledge of user research, or service, content or interaction design, or software engineering practices, and how product managers can successfully work with these professions to create better products. Experience of managing large teams. Working knowledge of ITIL v4 Further Location Information Please ensure that you only apply for a location that you are willing and able to work from, as we will only make one offer of employment. Any additional notes included in a 'Further Location Preferences (optional)' field within the application form, will not be considered. Please be aware that you cannot change your location preference after submitting your application. Office closures For more information on where you might be working, review this information on our locations. If your location preference is for the following site, it's important to note that this is not a long-term site for HMRC and we will require you to move to a new building in the future, subject to our location strategy and the applicable employee policies at that time. This site is: Benton Park View, Newcastle - moving to Pilgrims Quarter, Newcastle You will be given more information about what this means at the job offer stage. Leeds Locations Moves Adjustment Payment will be available for this role, provided the successful applicant is a current HMRC colleague in Bradford and meets the eligibility requirements outlined in the HMRC's Moves Adjustment Payment guidance. Benefits Alongside your salary of £71,725, HM Revenue and Customs contributes £20,778 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides (opens in a new window). HMRC operates both Flexible and Hybrid Working policies, allowing you to balance your work and personal commitments. We welcome applications from those who need to work a more flexible arrangement and will agree to requests where possible, considering our operational and customer service needs. We offer a generous leave allowance, starting at 25 days and increasing by a day for every year of qualifying service up to a maximum of 30 days. Pension - We make contributions to our colleagues' Alpha pension equal to at least 28.97% of their salary. Family friendly policies. Personal support. Coaching and development. To find out more about HMRC benefits and find out what it's really like to work for HMRC hear from our insiders or visit Thinking of joining the Civil Service Things you need to know Artificial intelligence Artificial intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Please see our candidate guidance (opens in a new window) for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use. Selection process details How to Apply . click apply for full job details
Aug 17, 2026
Full time
About the job Job summary Discover a career in your hands at HMRC. Whether you're seeking purpose, growth, or a workplace that gives you a true sense of belonging, hear from some of our employees as they share their story about what it's really like to work at HMRC. Visit our YouTube channel to watch the full series and come and discover your potential. At HMRC, we are already one of the most digital advanced tax authorities in the world and have one of the largest IT infrastructures and data sources in the UK. With 50 million customers to serve, over 60 thousand colleagues to support, and £600 billion to collect to fund UK Plc, our IT operation is huge! For those who are up to the challenge, we offer unique and unparalleled opportunities to work with some of the newest technologies and make a real, lasting difference. We're recruiting for a Lead Product Manager at HMRC Business Tax team (Process Mining) to be part of our highly creative and collaborative teams supporting His Majesty's Revenue and Customs. We are ambitious, and we need a strong product leader to help us achieve the ambitions we have set out in our 2026/27 vision, delivering great outcomes through digital products. This role needs a strong leader who can challenge, create, and own the product strategy. Your goal is to optimise the overall value of an area of the business tax system by contributing to solving complex and often challenging problems through the creation of great digital products. Job description A Product Lead is responsible for leading a number of product teams within a business area to build and release digital products or services. Product Leads understand the business goals and the high-level user needs for different user groups across the services. Product Leads also understand the organisational and business area strategies, and work with senior leaders and stakeholders to ensure the right types of products and services are being delivered to support the strategies. Product Leads also manage product managers, coach, or mentor them, and support the Head of Profession to build the capability amongst the product management profession. Person specification Responsibilities You will: Create the vision, strategy, roadmap and value proposition for a programme or portfolio of digital services, creating achievable and measurable objectives for a portfolio digital service based on transformation programme goals. Set product priorities, strategic direction and leadership for a programme or portfolio of products in a transformation programme. Create and iterate programme-level roadmaps, reporting and set the agile governance framework for product teams in a programme. Lead engagement with Senior Directors, Senior Civil Servants, and stakeholders to shape and influence delivery activity and governance in transformation programmes, in line with the organisation's strategy and objectives. Work with other professions leads and teams across HMRC to promote user-centred and agile ways of working, and to ensure the resourcing model for multidisciplinary teams works effectively. Lead creation of strategic roadmaps, business cases, funding forecasts and delivery plans to define pipeline of future work in CDIO. Accountable for product outcomes within a transformation programme, setting KPIs and performance measures for success. Line manages, coach and mentor Grade 7 Product Managers and SO Associate Product Managers, responsible for increasing capability and ensuring product management standards and met. Work with Head of Product around recruitment, retention, and upskilling of product managers in HMRC, to define standards and best practice for Product Managers Be a leader within local product management communities and other communities of interest across HMRC, managing and organising cross-government conferences and events. Coordinate product development across HMRC Lines of Business to identify reuse of components and patterns in services. Oversee live services and continuous improvement work for the product /service and management of vendor contracts as and when needed. Lead and support multidisciplinary product teams through discovery, alpha, beta, and live phases of development, turning vision into reality and continuously improving. Essential Criteria: Experience of using lean, agile or user centred design methods (ideally all) Experience of building and maintaining positive relationships with senior stakeholders, including negotiating with stakeholders on difficult issues, acting as an escalation point when needed, and being able to influence stakeholders on a portfolio or service strategy. Demonstration of the ability to look across a number of products/services in a portfolio, and the wider marketplace, to understand how different products can work together to deliver a wider outcome. Experience of successfully prioritising work based on what is valuable to do first across a portfolio/ service/programme, managing dependencies between different products, digital and non-digital channels, et cetera. Demonstration of the ability to use qualitative or quantitative research (e.g., customer feedback, market research, service metrics, et cetera) to gain insights on a problem, or potential solutions. Experience of coaching, mentoring and line managing others across a digital team in product management roles or other GDaD roles. Experience of working with digital teams and other professions to improve ways of working at scale across a number of teams. Experience of building capability in others and facilitating learning and development at scale, including of product management frameworks and tools. Demonstration of the ability to understand how to measure and track success of a programme and recalibrate areas of the programme to optimise outcomes- including demonstration of understanding the product lifecycle and knowing when to keep going on products and when to stop or pivot. Experience of successfully communicating with others to explain problems, present options, setting a direction for moving forward, and getting buy in for recommendations. Desirable Criteria: Significant knowledge of user research, or service, content or interaction design, or software engineering practices, and how product managers can successfully work with these professions to create better products. Experience of managing large teams. Working knowledge of ITIL v4 Further Location Information Please ensure that you only apply for a location that you are willing and able to work from, as we will only make one offer of employment. Any additional notes included in a 'Further Location Preferences (optional)' field within the application form, will not be considered. Please be aware that you cannot change your location preference after submitting your application. Office closures For more information on where you might be working, review this information on our locations. If your location preference is for the following site, it's important to note that this is not a long-term site for HMRC and we will require you to move to a new building in the future, subject to our location strategy and the applicable employee policies at that time. This site is: Benton Park View, Newcastle - moving to Pilgrims Quarter, Newcastle You will be given more information about what this means at the job offer stage. Leeds Locations Moves Adjustment Payment will be available for this role, provided the successful applicant is a current HMRC colleague in Bradford and meets the eligibility requirements outlined in the HMRC's Moves Adjustment Payment guidance. Benefits Alongside your salary of £71,725, HM Revenue and Customs contributes £20,778 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides (opens in a new window). HMRC operates both Flexible and Hybrid Working policies, allowing you to balance your work and personal commitments. We welcome applications from those who need to work a more flexible arrangement and will agree to requests where possible, considering our operational and customer service needs. We offer a generous leave allowance, starting at 25 days and increasing by a day for every year of qualifying service up to a maximum of 30 days. Pension - We make contributions to our colleagues' Alpha pension equal to at least 28.97% of their salary. Family friendly policies. Personal support. Coaching and development. To find out more about HMRC benefits and find out what it's really like to work for HMRC hear from our insiders or visit Thinking of joining the Civil Service Things you need to know Artificial intelligence Artificial intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Please see our candidate guidance (opens in a new window) for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use. Selection process details How to Apply . click apply for full job details
Kick-start your career with an exciting and fast-paced graduate development programme from the UK's largest B2B supplier of electrical equipment. Enjoy excellent rewards, hands-on learning and a clear pathway into sales leadership and business management. What's on Offer: 31,000 - 33,000 starting salary Two pay rises in your first year Profit share bonus + up to 1,800 tax-free training bonuses 25 days' holiday + matched employer pension contributions Fast progression into B2B sales and management Industry-leading, accredited training and mentorship Highly sociable company culture with opportunities to network with clients at events such as, golf days, football matches and motorsport About the Company This market-leading group is committed to developing future leaders. Their long-running graduate programme is designed for ambitious, commercially-focused graduates who want to learn how a successful business operates and progress into high-earning sales and management roles. The Role As a Graduate Trainee, you'll learn the business from the ground up, build strong customer relationships and progress into a field sales and business management position. Graduate Training Programme: First 6 Months Develop core knowledge of how the business operates - warehouse, logistics, supply chain, administration, IT software, and marketing. Build a deep understanding of the product range and the electrical wholesale industry. Start building relationships, making deals and advising customers face-to-face over the trade counter, e.g. electricians, contractors and tradespeople. Begin your formal sales training course, attend Head Office training and network with other Graduate Trainees. Complete workbook assessments and earn training bonuses for your progress. 6-12 Months Move into internal sales/account management, engaging with B2B customers by phone, g. construction companies, local government authorities, housing developers and hotels. Learn business development strategies and how to target and win new key accounts. 12 Months and Beyond Progress to a varied B2B field sales management role with higher earning potential. Travel locally in your company car to meet clients, socialise, discuss projects and build strong relationships. Work towards running your own business within the group, gaining experience in staff management, purchasing and profit and loss. Managers enjoy significant autonomy thanks to the company's decentralised structure. You must have: A full UK driving licence The ability to start a full-time role immediately Apply Today to Find Out More If you're driven, confident and ready to take on responsibility, this programme gives you everything you need to build a successful career in sales and management.
Aug 17, 2026
Full time
Kick-start your career with an exciting and fast-paced graduate development programme from the UK's largest B2B supplier of electrical equipment. Enjoy excellent rewards, hands-on learning and a clear pathway into sales leadership and business management. What's on Offer: 31,000 - 33,000 starting salary Two pay rises in your first year Profit share bonus + up to 1,800 tax-free training bonuses 25 days' holiday + matched employer pension contributions Fast progression into B2B sales and management Industry-leading, accredited training and mentorship Highly sociable company culture with opportunities to network with clients at events such as, golf days, football matches and motorsport About the Company This market-leading group is committed to developing future leaders. Their long-running graduate programme is designed for ambitious, commercially-focused graduates who want to learn how a successful business operates and progress into high-earning sales and management roles. The Role As a Graduate Trainee, you'll learn the business from the ground up, build strong customer relationships and progress into a field sales and business management position. Graduate Training Programme: First 6 Months Develop core knowledge of how the business operates - warehouse, logistics, supply chain, administration, IT software, and marketing. Build a deep understanding of the product range and the electrical wholesale industry. Start building relationships, making deals and advising customers face-to-face over the trade counter, e.g. electricians, contractors and tradespeople. Begin your formal sales training course, attend Head Office training and network with other Graduate Trainees. Complete workbook assessments and earn training bonuses for your progress. 6-12 Months Move into internal sales/account management, engaging with B2B customers by phone, g. construction companies, local government authorities, housing developers and hotels. Learn business development strategies and how to target and win new key accounts. 12 Months and Beyond Progress to a varied B2B field sales management role with higher earning potential. Travel locally in your company car to meet clients, socialise, discuss projects and build strong relationships. Work towards running your own business within the group, gaining experience in staff management, purchasing and profit and loss. Managers enjoy significant autonomy thanks to the company's decentralised structure. You must have: A full UK driving licence The ability to start a full-time role immediately Apply Today to Find Out More If you're driven, confident and ready to take on responsibility, this programme gives you everything you need to build a successful career in sales and management.
Shape the future of one of the UK's most exciting food brands At Premier Foods, we're passionate about creating food that people love. Merchant Gourmet has built a reputation for inspiring consumers to eat more adventurously through delicious, convenient grains, pulses and plant-based products. As we continue to grow, we're looking for an experienced and ambitious Senior Brand Manager to join the team on a maternity cover contract. This is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of a thriving brand, influence strategic direction, and deliver exciting marketing initiatives that drive growth, consumer engagement and commercial success. As Senior Brand Manager, you'll be the brand champion for Merchant Gourmet, both internally and externally. You'll own the brand strategy and deliver best-in-class execution across the marketing mix, ensuring the brand continues to delight consumers and outperform the market. Working closely with cross-functional teams across Commercial, Sales, Innovation, Insights, Finance and R&D, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping growth plans, leading innovation projects and delivering impactful communication campaigns. What you'll be doing? Owning the P&L, brand performance and market share delivery for Merchant Gourmet. Developing and executing growth strategies that drive consumer trial, loyalty and retailer support Leading the creation and implementation of brand communication campaigns. Building compelling activation plans in partnership with retailer-facing teams. Bringing innovation and renovation projects to life, from concept through to launch. Using consumer, category and market insights to inform strategic decision-making. Monitoring and analysing brand performance, identifying opportunities for growth. Playing a key role in monthly business reviews and annual planning cycles. Building strong relationships across Sales, Customer Marketing, Category, Commercial Planning, Finance, R&D and Operations. Leading, coaching and developing the Social Media Manager and Design Lead. Acting as a passionate ambassador for the Merchant Gourmet brand across the business. What we'll need from you? We're looking for a commercially minded marketer who combines strategic thinking with a strong bias for action. You'll bring: At least 5 years' experience in FMCG or another brand-led organisation. Strong brand management and marketing experience, ideally including innovation development. A proven track record of delivering successful growth initiatives and marketing campaigns. Excellent commercial acumen and analytical capability. The ability to translate data and insights into clear recommendations and action plans. Experience working effectively across multiple functions and influencing stakeholders at all levels. Strong leadership skills with a collaborative and inclusive approach. A proactive, entrepreneurial mindset and a high level of personal accountability. What we offer you in return? Competitive salary and bonus Up to 7.5% pension Private medical insurance and life assurance Hybrid working (50% home / 50% office or site) Sharesave scheme and the option to purchase additional holiday Extensive learning and development opportunities Access to a wide employee discount scheme Ready to apply? Click Apply and submit your CV tailored to this opportunity. We look forward to hearing from you.
Aug 17, 2026
Full time
Shape the future of one of the UK's most exciting food brands At Premier Foods, we're passionate about creating food that people love. Merchant Gourmet has built a reputation for inspiring consumers to eat more adventurously through delicious, convenient grains, pulses and plant-based products. As we continue to grow, we're looking for an experienced and ambitious Senior Brand Manager to join the team on a maternity cover contract. This is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of a thriving brand, influence strategic direction, and deliver exciting marketing initiatives that drive growth, consumer engagement and commercial success. As Senior Brand Manager, you'll be the brand champion for Merchant Gourmet, both internally and externally. You'll own the brand strategy and deliver best-in-class execution across the marketing mix, ensuring the brand continues to delight consumers and outperform the market. Working closely with cross-functional teams across Commercial, Sales, Innovation, Insights, Finance and R&D, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping growth plans, leading innovation projects and delivering impactful communication campaigns. What you'll be doing? Owning the P&L, brand performance and market share delivery for Merchant Gourmet. Developing and executing growth strategies that drive consumer trial, loyalty and retailer support Leading the creation and implementation of brand communication campaigns. Building compelling activation plans in partnership with retailer-facing teams. Bringing innovation and renovation projects to life, from concept through to launch. Using consumer, category and market insights to inform strategic decision-making. Monitoring and analysing brand performance, identifying opportunities for growth. Playing a key role in monthly business reviews and annual planning cycles. Building strong relationships across Sales, Customer Marketing, Category, Commercial Planning, Finance, R&D and Operations. Leading, coaching and developing the Social Media Manager and Design Lead. Acting as a passionate ambassador for the Merchant Gourmet brand across the business. What we'll need from you? We're looking for a commercially minded marketer who combines strategic thinking with a strong bias for action. You'll bring: At least 5 years' experience in FMCG or another brand-led organisation. Strong brand management and marketing experience, ideally including innovation development. A proven track record of delivering successful growth initiatives and marketing campaigns. Excellent commercial acumen and analytical capability. The ability to translate data and insights into clear recommendations and action plans. Experience working effectively across multiple functions and influencing stakeholders at all levels. Strong leadership skills with a collaborative and inclusive approach. A proactive, entrepreneurial mindset and a high level of personal accountability. What we offer you in return? Competitive salary and bonus Up to 7.5% pension Private medical insurance and life assurance Hybrid working (50% home / 50% office or site) Sharesave scheme and the option to purchase additional holiday Extensive learning and development opportunities Access to a wide employee discount scheme Ready to apply? Click Apply and submit your CV tailored to this opportunity. We look forward to hearing from you.
Purpose of the Role The Operations Manager is responsible for ensuring the planning, coordination and control of all manufacturing and operational processes within their programme scope. The Operations Manager will ensure that productivity, quality, and safety targets are consistently met. Key Responsibilities Lead daily operations within programme scope to ensure consistent delivery of all products, spares and repairs in line with agreed lead times and cost. Generation of capacity and resource plans, liaising with the Operations Excellence Manager in developing the human, material, space and equipment resources required to meet delivery targets. Monitor performance metrics (KPIs) and drive actions to improve productivity, quality, and efficiency. Liaises with Operational Excellence Manager to provide inputs for continues improvements and performance management needs, including identification and coordination of team development and training needs. Identifies operational bottlenecks and works with Operational Excellence Manager to implement solutions to optimise utilisation, throughput and quality. Ensure assets, equipment and facilities are maintained and fully operational in conjunction with Operational Excellence Manager. Ensure the health and safety of employees and visitors in areas of responsibility through appropriate processes and procedures and adhering to relevant health and safety legal requirements Work closely with Programme lead, Finance, Engineering, Supply Chain, Quality, Manufacturing, Industrialisation Engineering and other departments to support business goals. Ensure compliance with company policies, industry standards, and regulatory requirements. Provide operational insights to leadership for strategic planning. Ensure service levels and customer expectations are consistently met or exceeded. Resolve escalated operational issues quickly and effectively. Supports the Programme lead with customers collaborations, engagements and planning. Required Skills & Experience Technical & Professional Strong understanding of operational processes, workflow optimisation, and performance management. Experience with continuous improvement tools (Lean, Kaizen, Six Sigma). Relevant engineering/manufacturing degree or equivalent experience gained in a complex manufacturing environment Be experienced in the use of MRP/ERP systems Leadership & Behavioural Be able to demonstrate a hands on approach in managing a diverse and flexible operations team Have excellent communication skills both verbal and written at all levels of an organisation Demonstrate stakeholder management and relationship building across multiple functions of a business Work life balance: 37.5 hour working week, Lunchtime finishes on a Friday Hybrid / flexible working arrangements 28 days annual leave, Christmas closure, Holiday purchasing scheme Benefits: Group pension plan matched contributions up to 5% Income protection scheme Employee Assistance Programme gives you and your family access to 4 key services including remote GP service, second opinion, mental health pathway service and physiotherapy consultations Life assurance policy, including bereavement counselling and probate helpline Security Clearance Requirements: Due to the nature of our business, our staff need to be able to obtain UK Security Clearance as a mandated requirement. Therefore, you will need to provide proof of identity, employment history and right to work in the UK, along with proof of UK residency for at least five years.
Aug 17, 2026
Full time
Purpose of the Role The Operations Manager is responsible for ensuring the planning, coordination and control of all manufacturing and operational processes within their programme scope. The Operations Manager will ensure that productivity, quality, and safety targets are consistently met. Key Responsibilities Lead daily operations within programme scope to ensure consistent delivery of all products, spares and repairs in line with agreed lead times and cost. Generation of capacity and resource plans, liaising with the Operations Excellence Manager in developing the human, material, space and equipment resources required to meet delivery targets. Monitor performance metrics (KPIs) and drive actions to improve productivity, quality, and efficiency. Liaises with Operational Excellence Manager to provide inputs for continues improvements and performance management needs, including identification and coordination of team development and training needs. Identifies operational bottlenecks and works with Operational Excellence Manager to implement solutions to optimise utilisation, throughput and quality. Ensure assets, equipment and facilities are maintained and fully operational in conjunction with Operational Excellence Manager. Ensure the health and safety of employees and visitors in areas of responsibility through appropriate processes and procedures and adhering to relevant health and safety legal requirements Work closely with Programme lead, Finance, Engineering, Supply Chain, Quality, Manufacturing, Industrialisation Engineering and other departments to support business goals. Ensure compliance with company policies, industry standards, and regulatory requirements. Provide operational insights to leadership for strategic planning. Ensure service levels and customer expectations are consistently met or exceeded. Resolve escalated operational issues quickly and effectively. Supports the Programme lead with customers collaborations, engagements and planning. Required Skills & Experience Technical & Professional Strong understanding of operational processes, workflow optimisation, and performance management. Experience with continuous improvement tools (Lean, Kaizen, Six Sigma). Relevant engineering/manufacturing degree or equivalent experience gained in a complex manufacturing environment Be experienced in the use of MRP/ERP systems Leadership & Behavioural Be able to demonstrate a hands on approach in managing a diverse and flexible operations team Have excellent communication skills both verbal and written at all levels of an organisation Demonstrate stakeholder management and relationship building across multiple functions of a business Work life balance: 37.5 hour working week, Lunchtime finishes on a Friday Hybrid / flexible working arrangements 28 days annual leave, Christmas closure, Holiday purchasing scheme Benefits: Group pension plan matched contributions up to 5% Income protection scheme Employee Assistance Programme gives you and your family access to 4 key services including remote GP service, second opinion, mental health pathway service and physiotherapy consultations Life assurance policy, including bereavement counselling and probate helpline Security Clearance Requirements: Due to the nature of our business, our staff need to be able to obtain UK Security Clearance as a mandated requirement. Therefore, you will need to provide proof of identity, employment history and right to work in the UK, along with proof of UK residency for at least five years.
Interim Finance Manager - 6-12 Months South Manchester / Stockport Hybrid £50,000 - £55,000 Immediate Start 6-12 month interim assignment with potential to become permanent We're recruiting for a profitable, growing multi-million-pound business based in the South Manchester area that is looking to appoint an experienced Interim Finance Manager.Initially offered on a 6-12 month basis, this is an immediate requirement and there is the potential for the role to become permanent longer term.The business has grown significantly over recent years and is entering another important period in its development. They need someone who can come in quickly, take ownership of the day-to-day finance function and provide stability, structure and strong financial reporting.This is a broad, hands-on role sitting within the Senior Management Team and working closely with the CFO and wider leadership team. The role You'll be responsible for: Producing monthly management accounts from start to finish P&L reporting, variance analysis and commentary Consolidating financial results across multiple entities Preparing monthly accounts for an overseas entity Completing balance sheet reconciliations Managing the nominal, sales and purchase ledgers Managing and supporting an Accounts Assistant Preparing and reviewing VAT returns Managing foreign currency transactions Supporting budgeting and forecasting alongside the CFO Preparing payroll information for an external payroll provider Developing and strengthening finance policies, processes and controls Working with analysts to improve management information and reporting Supporting external audit and liaising with auditors Producing financial information relating to a separate trust structure Presenting monthly financial results to senior stakeholders and the Board Working closely with managers across the business to improve financial understanding and decision-making The business operates Sage alongside a specialist industry system, so previous Sage experience would be useful but isn't essential. About you We're ideally looking for an ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified Finance Manager with strong hands-on management accounting experience.You'll need to be comfortable stepping into a business quickly, getting to grips with the numbers and building credibility with senior stakeholders from the outset.You'll ideally bring: ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualification Strong management accounts experience Experience managing or supervising others Good technical accounting knowledge Strong Excel skills Confidence working with senior stakeholders A proactive, commercially minded approach The ability to challenge constructively and hold your own in senior conversations Strong communication and relationship-building skills This role will suit someone confident and resilient who enjoys taking ownership and is comfortable working in a fast-moving environment with strong personalities and high expectations. Why consider it? This is an opportunity to join a profitable, well-established business that has grown strongly and is entering an interesting period of change and development.The initial 6-12 month interim assignment offers the chance to make an immediate impact, with the possibility of a permanent role for the right person if both sides want to continue the relationship.The company also offers: Hybrid working 26 days' holiday + bank holidays, plus your birthday off Healthcare and wellbeing package, including remote GP and mental health support Death in Service and company sick pay Enhanced family-friendly policies The requirement is immediate, so candidates who are available now or at short notice are particularly encouraged to apply.
Aug 17, 2026
Contractor
Interim Finance Manager - 6-12 Months South Manchester / Stockport Hybrid £50,000 - £55,000 Immediate Start 6-12 month interim assignment with potential to become permanent We're recruiting for a profitable, growing multi-million-pound business based in the South Manchester area that is looking to appoint an experienced Interim Finance Manager.Initially offered on a 6-12 month basis, this is an immediate requirement and there is the potential for the role to become permanent longer term.The business has grown significantly over recent years and is entering another important period in its development. They need someone who can come in quickly, take ownership of the day-to-day finance function and provide stability, structure and strong financial reporting.This is a broad, hands-on role sitting within the Senior Management Team and working closely with the CFO and wider leadership team. The role You'll be responsible for: Producing monthly management accounts from start to finish P&L reporting, variance analysis and commentary Consolidating financial results across multiple entities Preparing monthly accounts for an overseas entity Completing balance sheet reconciliations Managing the nominal, sales and purchase ledgers Managing and supporting an Accounts Assistant Preparing and reviewing VAT returns Managing foreign currency transactions Supporting budgeting and forecasting alongside the CFO Preparing payroll information for an external payroll provider Developing and strengthening finance policies, processes and controls Working with analysts to improve management information and reporting Supporting external audit and liaising with auditors Producing financial information relating to a separate trust structure Presenting monthly financial results to senior stakeholders and the Board Working closely with managers across the business to improve financial understanding and decision-making The business operates Sage alongside a specialist industry system, so previous Sage experience would be useful but isn't essential. About you We're ideally looking for an ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified Finance Manager with strong hands-on management accounting experience.You'll need to be comfortable stepping into a business quickly, getting to grips with the numbers and building credibility with senior stakeholders from the outset.You'll ideally bring: ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualification Strong management accounts experience Experience managing or supervising others Good technical accounting knowledge Strong Excel skills Confidence working with senior stakeholders A proactive, commercially minded approach The ability to challenge constructively and hold your own in senior conversations Strong communication and relationship-building skills This role will suit someone confident and resilient who enjoys taking ownership and is comfortable working in a fast-moving environment with strong personalities and high expectations. Why consider it? This is an opportunity to join a profitable, well-established business that has grown strongly and is entering an interesting period of change and development.The initial 6-12 month interim assignment offers the chance to make an immediate impact, with the possibility of a permanent role for the right person if both sides want to continue the relationship.The company also offers: Hybrid working 26 days' holiday + bank holidays, plus your birthday off Healthcare and wellbeing package, including remote GP and mental health support Death in Service and company sick pay Enhanced family-friendly policies The requirement is immediate, so candidates who are available now or at short notice are particularly encouraged to apply.
Kick-start your career with an exciting and fast-paced graduate development programme from the UK's largest B2B supplier of electrical equipment. Enjoy excellent rewards, hands-on learning and a clear pathway into sales leadership and business management. What's on Offer: 31,000 - 33,000 starting salary Two pay rises in your first year Profit share bonus + up to 1,800 tax-free training bonuses 25 days' holiday + matched employer pension contributions Fast progression into B2B sales and management Industry-leading, accredited training and mentorship Highly sociable company culture with opportunities to network with clients at events such as, golf days, football matches and motorsport About the Company This market-leading group is committed to developing future leaders. Their long-running graduate programme is designed for ambitious, commercially-focused graduates who want to learn how a successful business operates and progress into high-earning sales and management roles. The Role As a Graduate Trainee, you'll learn the business from the ground up, build strong customer relationships and progress into a field sales and business management position. Graduate Training Programme: First 6 Months Develop core knowledge of how the business operates - sales, warehouse, logistics, supply chain, administration, IT software, and marketing. Build a deep understanding of the product range and the electrical wholesale industry. Start building relationships, winning deals and advising customers face-to-face over the trade counter, e.g. electricians, contractors and tradespeople. Begin your formal sales training course, attend Head Office training and network with other Graduate Trainees. Complete workbook assessments and earn training bonuses for your progress. 6-12 Months Move into internal sales/account management, engaging with B2B customers by phone, e.g. construction companies, local government authorities, housing developers and hotels. Learn business development strategies and how to target and win new key accounts. 12 Months and Beyond Progress to a varied B2B field sales management role with higher earning potential. Travel locally in your company car to meet clients, socialise, discuss projects and build strong relationships. Work towards running your own business within the group, gaining experience in staff management, purchasing and profit and loss. Managers enjoy significant autonomy thanks to the company's decentralised structure. You must have: A full UK driving licence The ability to start a full-time role immediately Apply Today to Find Out More If you're driven, confident and ready to take on responsibility, this programme gives you everything you need to build a successful career in sales and management.
Aug 17, 2026
Full time
Kick-start your career with an exciting and fast-paced graduate development programme from the UK's largest B2B supplier of electrical equipment. Enjoy excellent rewards, hands-on learning and a clear pathway into sales leadership and business management. What's on Offer: 31,000 - 33,000 starting salary Two pay rises in your first year Profit share bonus + up to 1,800 tax-free training bonuses 25 days' holiday + matched employer pension contributions Fast progression into B2B sales and management Industry-leading, accredited training and mentorship Highly sociable company culture with opportunities to network with clients at events such as, golf days, football matches and motorsport About the Company This market-leading group is committed to developing future leaders. Their long-running graduate programme is designed for ambitious, commercially-focused graduates who want to learn how a successful business operates and progress into high-earning sales and management roles. The Role As a Graduate Trainee, you'll learn the business from the ground up, build strong customer relationships and progress into a field sales and business management position. Graduate Training Programme: First 6 Months Develop core knowledge of how the business operates - sales, warehouse, logistics, supply chain, administration, IT software, and marketing. Build a deep understanding of the product range and the electrical wholesale industry. Start building relationships, winning deals and advising customers face-to-face over the trade counter, e.g. electricians, contractors and tradespeople. Begin your formal sales training course, attend Head Office training and network with other Graduate Trainees. Complete workbook assessments and earn training bonuses for your progress. 6-12 Months Move into internal sales/account management, engaging with B2B customers by phone, e.g. construction companies, local government authorities, housing developers and hotels. Learn business development strategies and how to target and win new key accounts. 12 Months and Beyond Progress to a varied B2B field sales management role with higher earning potential. Travel locally in your company car to meet clients, socialise, discuss projects and build strong relationships. Work towards running your own business within the group, gaining experience in staff management, purchasing and profit and loss. Managers enjoy significant autonomy thanks to the company's decentralised structure. You must have: A full UK driving licence The ability to start a full-time role immediately Apply Today to Find Out More If you're driven, confident and ready to take on responsibility, this programme gives you everything you need to build a successful career in sales and management.
We are pleased to be working with a leading globally recognised insurance company seeking to recruit a Client Manager within their busy and growing multinational team. Responsibilities: Candidates will lead strategic relationships with large and complex clients driving growth opportunities. Shaping and executing our clients global broker strategy with a focus across account planning, revenue and retention. Experience: Candidates need to have demonstrable underwriting or business development experience within the multinational insurance space dealing with corporate or speciality insurance. A proven ability to build senior relationships with global brokers and corporate clients. Proven track record of developing complex multinational accounts. Ideally candidates will hold professional insurance qualifications and be educated to degree level. In return, candidates can expect to receive a competitive basic salary and an extremely generous benefits package including enhanced pension, over 30 days holiday + bank holidays, PMI etc.
Aug 17, 2026
Full time
We are pleased to be working with a leading globally recognised insurance company seeking to recruit a Client Manager within their busy and growing multinational team. Responsibilities: Candidates will lead strategic relationships with large and complex clients driving growth opportunities. Shaping and executing our clients global broker strategy with a focus across account planning, revenue and retention. Experience: Candidates need to have demonstrable underwriting or business development experience within the multinational insurance space dealing with corporate or speciality insurance. A proven ability to build senior relationships with global brokers and corporate clients. Proven track record of developing complex multinational accounts. Ideally candidates will hold professional insurance qualifications and be educated to degree level. In return, candidates can expect to receive a competitive basic salary and an extremely generous benefits package including enhanced pension, over 30 days holiday + bank holidays, PMI etc.
Job Description We are now recruiting for a customer relations coordinator to join our customer services department. The main purpose of the role is to ensure that we treat all complainants fairly, by ensuring that all complaints that are subject to FCA and internal business requirements are handled appropriately. Key responsibilities: Handling all complaints accurately, subject to FCA Dispute Resolution: Complaints Sourcebook requirements. Ensuring complaints are acknowledged promptly in line with FCA requirements and internal procedures and SLA's. Undertaking investigative work in order to produce a formal response to each complaint. Issuing final response letters in relation to each complaint within internal and FCA timeframes ensuring they are detailed and clear. Ensuring that full, detailed records are maintained in relation to the complaint investigation and sign off on response and any compensation. Ensuring that payment arrangements in relation to any compensation or ex gratia payment are followed up and that payment is made. Maintaining the information on the Complaints Management System Liaising with other departments in the company regarding feedback and improvements from complaints. Assisting the Customer Relations Manager in any other areas as required. Competence, knowledge and skills: Previous experience in an informal and/or formal complaints based role. Significant experience of working in a financial services administration role. Exceptional customer focus and passion for achieving the right outcomes for our customers. Excellent letter writing skills. Exceptional inter personal skills in dealing with customers, advisers and internal departments. Meticulous attention to detail in ensuring records of all complaints are detailed and the audit trail is maintained at all times. Knowledge of FCA requirements for complaints handling. Strong knowledge of the financial services industry. Knowledge of pension administration, ISAs is desirable but not essential. A background in dealing would be of strong benefit, but is not essential. About AJ Bell At AJ Bell, we believe investing should feel good. Whether you're looking for an ISA, pension or dealing account, whether you want to invest with the help of a financial adviser or do it yourself, we have easy-to-use solutions to suit people from all walks of life. We're one of the UK's fastest-growing investment platform businesses, trusted by everyone from professional financial advisers to first-time investors. Today, over 762,000 customers trust us to manage more than £121.5 billion of assets. By continually striving to make investing simpler and more accessible, we're helping more people take control of their financial futures. We're proud to be recognised as one of the UK's Best 100 Companies to Work For for six consecutive years, and a Great Place to Work in 2025 and 2026, a reflection of our supportive and collaborative culture. What we offer Starting salary £28,840 (depending on experience) 25 days holiday, increasing with service + buy/sell scheme + bank holidays 6% Pension with matched contributions Discretionary bonus scheme Share schemes (including free shares and BAYE) Health Cash Plan and discounted private healthcare Free onsite gym Enhanced family leave (subject to qualifying criteria) Travel and bike loan schemes Employee Assistance Programme Life at AJ Bell Regular social events including summer and Christmas parties Learning and development opportunities tailored to you Casual dress code Friendly, supportive team environment Our ways of working We offer hybrid working, with a minimum of 50% of your working time per month spent in the office. For new starters, there's an initial period of full-time office working to help you settle in and build relationships. Inclusion & diversity We're committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and able to be themselves at work. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and make hiring decisions based on skills, experience and potential. Additional Information For internal applications the closing date will be 04 September.
Aug 17, 2026
Full time
Job Description We are now recruiting for a customer relations coordinator to join our customer services department. The main purpose of the role is to ensure that we treat all complainants fairly, by ensuring that all complaints that are subject to FCA and internal business requirements are handled appropriately. Key responsibilities: Handling all complaints accurately, subject to FCA Dispute Resolution: Complaints Sourcebook requirements. Ensuring complaints are acknowledged promptly in line with FCA requirements and internal procedures and SLA's. Undertaking investigative work in order to produce a formal response to each complaint. Issuing final response letters in relation to each complaint within internal and FCA timeframes ensuring they are detailed and clear. Ensuring that full, detailed records are maintained in relation to the complaint investigation and sign off on response and any compensation. Ensuring that payment arrangements in relation to any compensation or ex gratia payment are followed up and that payment is made. Maintaining the information on the Complaints Management System Liaising with other departments in the company regarding feedback and improvements from complaints. Assisting the Customer Relations Manager in any other areas as required. Competence, knowledge and skills: Previous experience in an informal and/or formal complaints based role. Significant experience of working in a financial services administration role. Exceptional customer focus and passion for achieving the right outcomes for our customers. Excellent letter writing skills. Exceptional inter personal skills in dealing with customers, advisers and internal departments. Meticulous attention to detail in ensuring records of all complaints are detailed and the audit trail is maintained at all times. Knowledge of FCA requirements for complaints handling. Strong knowledge of the financial services industry. Knowledge of pension administration, ISAs is desirable but not essential. A background in dealing would be of strong benefit, but is not essential. About AJ Bell At AJ Bell, we believe investing should feel good. Whether you're looking for an ISA, pension or dealing account, whether you want to invest with the help of a financial adviser or do it yourself, we have easy-to-use solutions to suit people from all walks of life. We're one of the UK's fastest-growing investment platform businesses, trusted by everyone from professional financial advisers to first-time investors. Today, over 762,000 customers trust us to manage more than £121.5 billion of assets. By continually striving to make investing simpler and more accessible, we're helping more people take control of their financial futures. We're proud to be recognised as one of the UK's Best 100 Companies to Work For for six consecutive years, and a Great Place to Work in 2025 and 2026, a reflection of our supportive and collaborative culture. What we offer Starting salary £28,840 (depending on experience) 25 days holiday, increasing with service + buy/sell scheme + bank holidays 6% Pension with matched contributions Discretionary bonus scheme Share schemes (including free shares and BAYE) Health Cash Plan and discounted private healthcare Free onsite gym Enhanced family leave (subject to qualifying criteria) Travel and bike loan schemes Employee Assistance Programme Life at AJ Bell Regular social events including summer and Christmas parties Learning and development opportunities tailored to you Casual dress code Friendly, supportive team environment Our ways of working We offer hybrid working, with a minimum of 50% of your working time per month spent in the office. For new starters, there's an initial period of full-time office working to help you settle in and build relationships. Inclusion & diversity We're committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and able to be themselves at work. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and make hiring decisions based on skills, experience and potential. Additional Information For internal applications the closing date will be 04 September.
We are working with a growing healthcare group that has reached 7m t/o and is now looking to appoint their first financial controller to bring the accounts in house having utilised their external accounants to date. This role is based in Yorks with hybrid working and offers a 32 hour working week. There is a highly competive salary and performance related bonus. This is a hands-on role with responsibility across management accounts, financial control, cash flow, compliance and payroll, as well as supporting the continued growth and development of the group which uses Xero software. Key Responsibilities; Prepare monthly management accounts and management reporting packs across the group. Provide accurate and timely financial reporting, analysis and insight to senior management. Monitor key financial and operational KPIs, including revenue, EBITDA, cash flow and profitability. Lead budgeting, forecasting and longer-term financial planning. Manage group cash flow forecasting, working capital and treasury activities. Oversee payment runs, bank reconciliations and day-to-day financial controls. Maintain robust financial policies, processes and controls. Oversee payroll and related compliance. Support acquisition activity, financial due diligence and post-acquisition integration. Provide financial information and support to operational managers across multiple sites. Prepare financial models, business cases and scenario analysis to support commercial decisions. Work closely with external accountants, banks and professional advisers. We are looking for a hands-on finance professional who can combine strong technical accounting skills with commercial awareness and the ability to work closely with non-finance stakeholders. This role could suit an accountant seeking a moce from practice or indursty.
Aug 17, 2026
Full time
We are working with a growing healthcare group that has reached 7m t/o and is now looking to appoint their first financial controller to bring the accounts in house having utilised their external accounants to date. This role is based in Yorks with hybrid working and offers a 32 hour working week. There is a highly competive salary and performance related bonus. This is a hands-on role with responsibility across management accounts, financial control, cash flow, compliance and payroll, as well as supporting the continued growth and development of the group which uses Xero software. Key Responsibilities; Prepare monthly management accounts and management reporting packs across the group. Provide accurate and timely financial reporting, analysis and insight to senior management. Monitor key financial and operational KPIs, including revenue, EBITDA, cash flow and profitability. Lead budgeting, forecasting and longer-term financial planning. Manage group cash flow forecasting, working capital and treasury activities. Oversee payment runs, bank reconciliations and day-to-day financial controls. Maintain robust financial policies, processes and controls. Oversee payroll and related compliance. Support acquisition activity, financial due diligence and post-acquisition integration. Provide financial information and support to operational managers across multiple sites. Prepare financial models, business cases and scenario analysis to support commercial decisions. Work closely with external accountants, banks and professional advisers. We are looking for a hands-on finance professional who can combine strong technical accounting skills with commercial awareness and the ability to work closely with non-finance stakeholders. This role could suit an accountant seeking a moce from practice or indursty.
Job Advert: Payroll Officer Our client Staffordshire Police are seeking a dedicated Payroll Officer to join their team based in Cannock. This temporary role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the payroll operations of an esteemed institution for a contract length of 12 months . Position Details: Contract Type: Temporary Hourly Rate: 14.55 Working Pattern: Full Time - Hybrid Location: Cannock Role Overview: The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in maintaining the effective operation of all payroll and pensions remedy activities. Responsibilities will include ensuring accurate and timely input of information into the payroll system, adhering to statutory and legislative compliance, and providing exceptional customer service to both Officers and Staff. Key Responsibilities: Efficiently manage the monthly payroll cycle for Staffordshire Police, ensuring pay-affecting transactions are processed accurately and timely. Address complex payroll-related queries from employees and stakeholders, providing expert advice on PAYE, NI, SMP, SSP, and Pension. Conduct quality assurance checks and resolve discrepancies to ensure accurate payroll processing. Assist in historical pay cases and maintain compliance with HMRC regulations. Support the Payroll & Pensions Manager with ad-hoc projects and data requests. Ideal Candidate Profile: To excel in this role, candidates should possess: Strong analytical and numerical skills with proficiency in Microsoft Excel. Experience in a payroll function, demonstrating a thorough understanding of payroll and employment legislation. Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships at all levels. A proactive approach to identifying and implementing process improvements. Qualifications: GCSEs in Mathematics and English at Grade C (4) or above. Familiarity with an integrated HR and Payroll system is advantageous. Perks and Benefits: Competitive hourly rate of 14.55. Opportunities for hybrid working arrangements. A supportive and inclusive working environment. Professional development and training opportunities. If you are a detail-oriented payroll professional with a passion for delivering high-quality service and compliance, this role is the perfect opportunity to showcase your skills and make a significant impact. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply promptly to secure their chance to become part of this dynamic organisation. Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to contribute to public service payroll operations! This is an excellent opportunity for those looking to enhance their career in payroll within a respected organisation. Act fast and take the next step in your professional journey! Adecco is a disability-confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you. Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explains how we will use your information - please copy and paste the following link in to your browser (url removed)
Aug 17, 2026
Contractor
Job Advert: Payroll Officer Our client Staffordshire Police are seeking a dedicated Payroll Officer to join their team based in Cannock. This temporary role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the payroll operations of an esteemed institution for a contract length of 12 months . Position Details: Contract Type: Temporary Hourly Rate: 14.55 Working Pattern: Full Time - Hybrid Location: Cannock Role Overview: The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in maintaining the effective operation of all payroll and pensions remedy activities. Responsibilities will include ensuring accurate and timely input of information into the payroll system, adhering to statutory and legislative compliance, and providing exceptional customer service to both Officers and Staff. Key Responsibilities: Efficiently manage the monthly payroll cycle for Staffordshire Police, ensuring pay-affecting transactions are processed accurately and timely. Address complex payroll-related queries from employees and stakeholders, providing expert advice on PAYE, NI, SMP, SSP, and Pension. Conduct quality assurance checks and resolve discrepancies to ensure accurate payroll processing. Assist in historical pay cases and maintain compliance with HMRC regulations. Support the Payroll & Pensions Manager with ad-hoc projects and data requests. Ideal Candidate Profile: To excel in this role, candidates should possess: Strong analytical and numerical skills with proficiency in Microsoft Excel. Experience in a payroll function, demonstrating a thorough understanding of payroll and employment legislation. Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships at all levels. A proactive approach to identifying and implementing process improvements. Qualifications: GCSEs in Mathematics and English at Grade C (4) or above. Familiarity with an integrated HR and Payroll system is advantageous. Perks and Benefits: Competitive hourly rate of 14.55. Opportunities for hybrid working arrangements. A supportive and inclusive working environment. Professional development and training opportunities. If you are a detail-oriented payroll professional with a passion for delivering high-quality service and compliance, this role is the perfect opportunity to showcase your skills and make a significant impact. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply promptly to secure their chance to become part of this dynamic organisation. Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to contribute to public service payroll operations! This is an excellent opportunity for those looking to enhance their career in payroll within a respected organisation. Act fast and take the next step in your professional journey! Adecco is a disability-confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you. Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explains how we will use your information - please copy and paste the following link in to your browser (url removed)
Are you a people-focused sales and relationship professional with a passion for delivering exceptional customer experiences? We're recruiting for an experienced Customer Relations Manager to join a well-established care provider and play a pivotal role in driving occupancy, community engagement and resident experience within a welcoming care environment. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives on building relationships, creating strong local partnerships and making a genuine difference to residents and their families during an important stage of life. The Role You'll take ownership of all sales and marketing activity for the home, ensuring occupancy and revenue targets are achieved while maintaining an outstanding experience for prospective residents and their loved ones. Working closely with the leadership team, you'll be responsible for: Managing enquiries and guiding families through the admissions process Building strong relationships within the local community and healthcare sector Coordinating events, PR activity and social media presence Driving occupancy and private funding growth Supporting seamless move-ins and excellent customer journeys Developing local marketing initiatives and outreach campaigns Monitoring competitor activity and market trends This is a highly visible role suited to someone who is confident, proactive and passionate about customer service and business development. What We're Looking For We're looking for a motivated individual with: Previous sales, marketing or business development experience within the care sector Strong communication and relationship-building skills A customer-first mindset with excellent organisational ability Confidence using social media and community engagement to build awareness The ability to work independently while motivating others A proactive, professional and compassionate approach Knowledge of occupancy management, private funding, or healthcare referrals would be highly advantageous. As well as a generous salary, there is also the opportunity to earn commission through temporary stays and general admissions. The home currently has a lot of availability, so there is plenty of additional earning potential Due to the nature of the work, this role requires the candidate to be on fully on-site. You must have a valid UK drivers license, as there will be a requirement to go into the community to meet clients to raise awareness of the care home and the support they provide The site is commutable from Leicester, Corby, Melton Mowbray, Oakham, Loughborough, Coalville & Market Harborough. If this looks like something of interest, please apply now with your updated CV and we will look to schedule a call!
Aug 17, 2026
Full time
Are you a people-focused sales and relationship professional with a passion for delivering exceptional customer experiences? We're recruiting for an experienced Customer Relations Manager to join a well-established care provider and play a pivotal role in driving occupancy, community engagement and resident experience within a welcoming care environment. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives on building relationships, creating strong local partnerships and making a genuine difference to residents and their families during an important stage of life. The Role You'll take ownership of all sales and marketing activity for the home, ensuring occupancy and revenue targets are achieved while maintaining an outstanding experience for prospective residents and their loved ones. Working closely with the leadership team, you'll be responsible for: Managing enquiries and guiding families through the admissions process Building strong relationships within the local community and healthcare sector Coordinating events, PR activity and social media presence Driving occupancy and private funding growth Supporting seamless move-ins and excellent customer journeys Developing local marketing initiatives and outreach campaigns Monitoring competitor activity and market trends This is a highly visible role suited to someone who is confident, proactive and passionate about customer service and business development. What We're Looking For We're looking for a motivated individual with: Previous sales, marketing or business development experience within the care sector Strong communication and relationship-building skills A customer-first mindset with excellent organisational ability Confidence using social media and community engagement to build awareness The ability to work independently while motivating others A proactive, professional and compassionate approach Knowledge of occupancy management, private funding, or healthcare referrals would be highly advantageous. As well as a generous salary, there is also the opportunity to earn commission through temporary stays and general admissions. The home currently has a lot of availability, so there is plenty of additional earning potential Due to the nature of the work, this role requires the candidate to be on fully on-site. You must have a valid UK drivers license, as there will be a requirement to go into the community to meet clients to raise awareness of the care home and the support they provide The site is commutable from Leicester, Corby, Melton Mowbray, Oakham, Loughborough, Coalville & Market Harborough. If this looks like something of interest, please apply now with your updated CV and we will look to schedule a call!
Customer Service Move Coordinator - Cambridge Salary: Up to £30,000 Location: Cambridge - Fully Office Based Position: Permanent, Full Time Start Date: ASAP About the Role We're looking for an organised and customer-focused Move Coordinator to join an established and highly regarded removals and relocation business in Cambridge. This is very much a customer service and administration-focused role , so we're looking for someone with a strong background in customer service, administration or coordination who takes pride in delivering an excellent customer experience. You'll take ownership of customer moves from the initial booking through to completion, coordinating the various stages of the process and ensuring customers receive a professional and seamless service throughout. We're looking for candidates with a stable employment history who are looking for a long-term opportunity and are not frequent job movers. What you'll do: As a Move Coordinator, you'll be the key point of contact for customers throughout their move. You'll coordinate with internal teams, agents and service partners to ensure everything runs smoothly and customers are kept fully informed. Main Responsibilities: Manage customer moves from initial booking through to successful completion Coordinate end-to-end removals and relocation services Maintain regular communication with customers and provide updates throughout their move Liaise with UK and international agents, suppliers and internal departments Monitor consignments and ensure customers are kept fully informed Build strong customer relationships and provide a professional, reassuring service Identify opportunities to maximise revenue through additional products and services Maintain accurate records, documentation and customer information Ensure company procedures and processes are followed Work closely with colleagues to deliver an excellent customer journey Achieve agreed customer service and performance KPIs What you need: Previous experience in a customer service, administration, account management or coordination role Excellent written and verbal communication skills Strong organisational and multitasking abilities Excellent attention to detail A proactive, positive and customer-focused approach Professional, reliable and comfortable working in a busy office environment Confident using Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel and Outlook A stable employment history and genuine interest in building a long-term career Experience within removals, relocation or the moving industry would be advantageous, although full training will be provided Why you'll love this role: Salary of up to £30,000 Permanent, full-time position Fully office-based role in Cambridge Join an established and award-winning removals business Full training and ongoing support Friendly and collaborative team environment Genuine career development opportunities Varied role with plenty of customer interaction The opportunity to make a real difference to customers during one of life's biggest milestones If you're an experienced customer service or administration professional looking for a stable, long-term opportunity with a respected business, we'd love to hear from you.
Aug 17, 2026
Full time
Customer Service Move Coordinator - Cambridge Salary: Up to £30,000 Location: Cambridge - Fully Office Based Position: Permanent, Full Time Start Date: ASAP About the Role We're looking for an organised and customer-focused Move Coordinator to join an established and highly regarded removals and relocation business in Cambridge. This is very much a customer service and administration-focused role , so we're looking for someone with a strong background in customer service, administration or coordination who takes pride in delivering an excellent customer experience. You'll take ownership of customer moves from the initial booking through to completion, coordinating the various stages of the process and ensuring customers receive a professional and seamless service throughout. We're looking for candidates with a stable employment history who are looking for a long-term opportunity and are not frequent job movers. What you'll do: As a Move Coordinator, you'll be the key point of contact for customers throughout their move. You'll coordinate with internal teams, agents and service partners to ensure everything runs smoothly and customers are kept fully informed. Main Responsibilities: Manage customer moves from initial booking through to successful completion Coordinate end-to-end removals and relocation services Maintain regular communication with customers and provide updates throughout their move Liaise with UK and international agents, suppliers and internal departments Monitor consignments and ensure customers are kept fully informed Build strong customer relationships and provide a professional, reassuring service Identify opportunities to maximise revenue through additional products and services Maintain accurate records, documentation and customer information Ensure company procedures and processes are followed Work closely with colleagues to deliver an excellent customer journey Achieve agreed customer service and performance KPIs What you need: Previous experience in a customer service, administration, account management or coordination role Excellent written and verbal communication skills Strong organisational and multitasking abilities Excellent attention to detail A proactive, positive and customer-focused approach Professional, reliable and comfortable working in a busy office environment Confident using Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel and Outlook A stable employment history and genuine interest in building a long-term career Experience within removals, relocation or the moving industry would be advantageous, although full training will be provided Why you'll love this role: Salary of up to £30,000 Permanent, full-time position Fully office-based role in Cambridge Join an established and award-winning removals business Full training and ongoing support Friendly and collaborative team environment Genuine career development opportunities Varied role with plenty of customer interaction The opportunity to make a real difference to customers during one of life's biggest milestones If you're an experienced customer service or administration professional looking for a stable, long-term opportunity with a respected business, we'd love to hear from you.
Investigo Government Solutions (IGS) require PIP 2 investigators for a Public Protection Unit (PPU) in Gloucestershire. Overview: These roles sit in the Public Protection Unit, which is made up of several specialist units with the responsibility of keeping people safe from harm and investigating offences committed against the most vulnerable. The Child Abuse Investigation Team (CAIT), Child Exploitation Team (CET). You will liaise with other units in the team, including IIOC and CEMM. Working arrangements: You will be based at Gloucestershire HQ in Quedgeley. There will be a need to be mobile from this site, eg for enquiries with public and to attend other police premises etc. Due to the sensitive nature of the cases, there is no hybrid or remote working for investigators, occasionally they might authorise a working from home day for admin work. You will need to be deployable and available for briefings etc based on daily demand. You will have access to a police vehicle; hence you must have a full UK driving licence. CAIT role: Due to the nature of these cases, you will be placed on 8-week rotation, day and late shift. Early shift /1700 and late shift , with one weekend in 8 on early shift. CET role: This is a Monday to Friday role, with core hours of . We offer Pay for both roles is £172.50 per day, inclusive of holiday pay Flexible working, ie part time or amended shift times can be considered. Continuous professional development Main Responsibilities: Qualified PIP 2 investigator - having passed the NIE, DDP course and successfully completed tutorship and Conduct and carry out investigations relating to Public Protection areas of responsibility at the direction of managers Work with witnesses, draft and take statements as Take possession of and accurately record exhibits in accordance with legal requirements, policies and Take part in multiagency meetings to share information and safeguard vulnerable Produce relevant reports/files - prepare files for presentation to the CPS and present evidence which may be used in court (criminal/family). Work to an agreed case investigation plan and adhere to time To work closely as OIC with CPS lawyers and prosecution barristers and attend all meetings and Attend court hearings and trials as OIC and witness and give evidence where Maintain and use a good working knowledge of Legislation, Policy and Procedure Update databases and charts for use in case investigation and Prioritise and organise own workload to ensure adherence to required Contribute to the development of intelligence relating to Public Protection areas of business by using analytical skills and reviewing of databases, collect and input intelligence where required Collate documentary evidence for the preparation of civil orders and disruption processes, liaising with legal departments as necessary. Liaise with other forces and outside agencies to further investigations or identify risk Escort prisoners if required Maintain an accurate record of daily activities using an Investigators Day book or pocket notebook Skills required: PIP 2 qualification Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal Full UK driving licence. You will have access to unmarked vehicles Preferred skills: ABE trained Child abuse and exploitation investigations SUDIC (child death) Advanced interviewer (suspect or victims) Has worked within a multi-agency team Has experience of working within a child/adult protection arena or has safeguarding experience of any other Can demonstrate ability to interpret data and evaluate information from multiple sources Experience of performing the role of disclosure officer for serious and complex crime Experience of performing the role of exhibits officer for serious and complex crime
Aug 17, 2026
Contractor
Investigo Government Solutions (IGS) require PIP 2 investigators for a Public Protection Unit (PPU) in Gloucestershire. Overview: These roles sit in the Public Protection Unit, which is made up of several specialist units with the responsibility of keeping people safe from harm and investigating offences committed against the most vulnerable. The Child Abuse Investigation Team (CAIT), Child Exploitation Team (CET). You will liaise with other units in the team, including IIOC and CEMM. Working arrangements: You will be based at Gloucestershire HQ in Quedgeley. There will be a need to be mobile from this site, eg for enquiries with public and to attend other police premises etc. Due to the sensitive nature of the cases, there is no hybrid or remote working for investigators, occasionally they might authorise a working from home day for admin work. You will need to be deployable and available for briefings etc based on daily demand. You will have access to a police vehicle; hence you must have a full UK driving licence. CAIT role: Due to the nature of these cases, you will be placed on 8-week rotation, day and late shift. Early shift /1700 and late shift , with one weekend in 8 on early shift. CET role: This is a Monday to Friday role, with core hours of . We offer Pay for both roles is £172.50 per day, inclusive of holiday pay Flexible working, ie part time or amended shift times can be considered. Continuous professional development Main Responsibilities: Qualified PIP 2 investigator - having passed the NIE, DDP course and successfully completed tutorship and Conduct and carry out investigations relating to Public Protection areas of responsibility at the direction of managers Work with witnesses, draft and take statements as Take possession of and accurately record exhibits in accordance with legal requirements, policies and Take part in multiagency meetings to share information and safeguard vulnerable Produce relevant reports/files - prepare files for presentation to the CPS and present evidence which may be used in court (criminal/family). Work to an agreed case investigation plan and adhere to time To work closely as OIC with CPS lawyers and prosecution barristers and attend all meetings and Attend court hearings and trials as OIC and witness and give evidence where Maintain and use a good working knowledge of Legislation, Policy and Procedure Update databases and charts for use in case investigation and Prioritise and organise own workload to ensure adherence to required Contribute to the development of intelligence relating to Public Protection areas of business by using analytical skills and reviewing of databases, collect and input intelligence where required Collate documentary evidence for the preparation of civil orders and disruption processes, liaising with legal departments as necessary. Liaise with other forces and outside agencies to further investigations or identify risk Escort prisoners if required Maintain an accurate record of daily activities using an Investigators Day book or pocket notebook Skills required: PIP 2 qualification Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal Full UK driving licence. You will have access to unmarked vehicles Preferred skills: ABE trained Child abuse and exploitation investigations SUDIC (child death) Advanced interviewer (suspect or victims) Has worked within a multi-agency team Has experience of working within a child/adult protection arena or has safeguarding experience of any other Can demonstrate ability to interpret data and evaluate information from multiple sources Experience of performing the role of disclosure officer for serious and complex crime Experience of performing the role of exhibits officer for serious and complex crime
The Role The successful candidate will take ownership and strategic management of the finance function while ensuring the smooth and efficient running of the office. This is a varied and hands-on role that requires strong accounting experience, excellent organisational skills, and a proactive approach. You will be highly proficient in Xero , experienced with other accounting packages, and possess expert-level Microsoft Excel skills . Experience within property development, construction, legal, or professional services environments would be advantageous. Key Responsibilities Finance & Accounts Manage all day-to-day bookkeeping and accounting activities. Maintain purchase and sales ledgers. Process supplier invoices, payments, expenses, and receipts. Perform bank reconciliations and monitor cash flow. Prepare and maintain short-term and long-term cash flow forecasts, ensuring the business has clear visibility of funding requirements and expenditure commitments. Prepare VAT returns and supporting documentation. Assist with monthly and year-end accounting procedures. Produce management accounts, financial reports, budgets, business performance information and analysis for the Directors. Monitor debtors and creditors and ensure timely payments. Liaise with external accountants, auditors, banks, suppliers, and professional advisers. Maintain accurate financial records and accounting systems. Office Management & Administration Oversee the smooth day-to-day running of the office. Support Directors with reporting, manage filing and business administration. Coordinate meetings, appointments, and company correspondence. Maintain databases, office systems, and administrative procedures. Assist with contract administration and development-related documentation. Manage office suppliers and facilities. Ensure efficient and professional office operations at all times. About Us We are a growing new homes property developer with an excellent reputation for delivering high-quality residential developments across Sussex. Due to continued expansion, we are seeking an experienced and highly organised Finance and Office Manager to join our team. This is a key role within the business, combining responsibility for the day-to-day financial management of the company with oversight of office operations and administration. Working closely with the Directors, you will play an important part in supporting the continued growth and success of the business. Essential Skills & Experience Proven experience in a Finance Manager, Accounts Manager, Company Accountant, or similar role. Strong working knowledge of Xero . Experience using other accounting software packages, including Sage, QuickBooks, or similar. Expert-level Microsoft Excel skills , including: Pivot Tables XLOOKUP/VLOOKUP Advanced formulas and reporting Data analysis and reconciliation Cash flow forecasting Excellent bookkeeping and accounting knowledge. Strong administration and organisational skills. Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy. Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work independently and use initiative. Desirable Experience Experience within the property development, construction, or housebuilding sector. Knowledge of the Construction Industry Scheme (CIS). AAT qualification or equivalent accounting qualification. Experience preparing management accounts and financial reports. Previous experience working within a legal, conveyancing, or professional services environment. An understanding of the legal and conveyancing process involved in new homes sales, including reservation, exchange, completion, and liaison with solicitors and purchasers, would be advantageous but is not essential. Personal Attributes Friendly, outgoing, and confident personality. A sunny, positive outlook and genuine enthusiasm for work. Professional, approachable, and personable. Strong relationship-building skills. Highly organised with a proactive and practical approach. Reliable, trustworthy, and discreet. A genuine team player who contributes positively to the office environment. Ability to remain calm and effective while managing a varied workload. What We Offer Competitive salary of £40,000 - £52,000 per annum , dependent on experience. Company pension scheme. Holiday entitlement. Long-term career opportunity within a growing and successful property development business. Friendly, supportive, and professional working environment. A varied role with genuine responsibility and the opportunity to make a significant contribution to the business. Important Information This is a full-time office-based position in Worthing, West Sussex . Due to the nature of the role and the requirement to work closely with the Directors and wider team, hybrid working and working from home are not available . To Apply Please submit your CV together with a brief covering letter outlining your relevant finance, office management, Xero, and Excel experience. We are looking for an experienced professional with a sunny personality, a positive attitude, and a desire to become a valued member of our team for the long term.
Aug 17, 2026
Full time
The Role The successful candidate will take ownership and strategic management of the finance function while ensuring the smooth and efficient running of the office. This is a varied and hands-on role that requires strong accounting experience, excellent organisational skills, and a proactive approach. You will be highly proficient in Xero , experienced with other accounting packages, and possess expert-level Microsoft Excel skills . Experience within property development, construction, legal, or professional services environments would be advantageous. Key Responsibilities Finance & Accounts Manage all day-to-day bookkeeping and accounting activities. Maintain purchase and sales ledgers. Process supplier invoices, payments, expenses, and receipts. Perform bank reconciliations and monitor cash flow. Prepare and maintain short-term and long-term cash flow forecasts, ensuring the business has clear visibility of funding requirements and expenditure commitments. Prepare VAT returns and supporting documentation. Assist with monthly and year-end accounting procedures. Produce management accounts, financial reports, budgets, business performance information and analysis for the Directors. Monitor debtors and creditors and ensure timely payments. Liaise with external accountants, auditors, banks, suppliers, and professional advisers. Maintain accurate financial records and accounting systems. Office Management & Administration Oversee the smooth day-to-day running of the office. Support Directors with reporting, manage filing and business administration. Coordinate meetings, appointments, and company correspondence. Maintain databases, office systems, and administrative procedures. Assist with contract administration and development-related documentation. Manage office suppliers and facilities. Ensure efficient and professional office operations at all times. About Us We are a growing new homes property developer with an excellent reputation for delivering high-quality residential developments across Sussex. Due to continued expansion, we are seeking an experienced and highly organised Finance and Office Manager to join our team. This is a key role within the business, combining responsibility for the day-to-day financial management of the company with oversight of office operations and administration. Working closely with the Directors, you will play an important part in supporting the continued growth and success of the business. Essential Skills & Experience Proven experience in a Finance Manager, Accounts Manager, Company Accountant, or similar role. Strong working knowledge of Xero . Experience using other accounting software packages, including Sage, QuickBooks, or similar. Expert-level Microsoft Excel skills , including: Pivot Tables XLOOKUP/VLOOKUP Advanced formulas and reporting Data analysis and reconciliation Cash flow forecasting Excellent bookkeeping and accounting knowledge. Strong administration and organisational skills. Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy. Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work independently and use initiative. Desirable Experience Experience within the property development, construction, or housebuilding sector. Knowledge of the Construction Industry Scheme (CIS). AAT qualification or equivalent accounting qualification. Experience preparing management accounts and financial reports. Previous experience working within a legal, conveyancing, or professional services environment. An understanding of the legal and conveyancing process involved in new homes sales, including reservation, exchange, completion, and liaison with solicitors and purchasers, would be advantageous but is not essential. Personal Attributes Friendly, outgoing, and confident personality. A sunny, positive outlook and genuine enthusiasm for work. Professional, approachable, and personable. Strong relationship-building skills. Highly organised with a proactive and practical approach. Reliable, trustworthy, and discreet. A genuine team player who contributes positively to the office environment. Ability to remain calm and effective while managing a varied workload. What We Offer Competitive salary of £40,000 - £52,000 per annum , dependent on experience. Company pension scheme. Holiday entitlement. Long-term career opportunity within a growing and successful property development business. Friendly, supportive, and professional working environment. A varied role with genuine responsibility and the opportunity to make a significant contribution to the business. Important Information This is a full-time office-based position in Worthing, West Sussex . Due to the nature of the role and the requirement to work closely with the Directors and wider team, hybrid working and working from home are not available . To Apply Please submit your CV together with a brief covering letter outlining your relevant finance, office management, Xero, and Excel experience. We are looking for an experienced professional with a sunny personality, a positive attitude, and a desire to become a valued member of our team for the long term.
Who Are We? Taking care of our customers, our communities and each other. That's the Travelers Promise. By honoring this commitment, we have maintained our reputation as one of the best property casualty insurers in the industry for over 170 years. Join us to discover a culture that is rooted in innovation and thrives on collaboration. Imagine loving what you do and where you do it. Target Openings 1 What Is the Opportunity? We are currently recruiting for a Head of Ceded Reinsurance to join our team based in London on a full time permanent basis. The Head of Ceded Reinsurance leads Travelers Europe's ceded reinsurance strategy and relationships, with oversight of the analysis, placement, management, and optimisation of reinsurance programmes. Working closely with European Leadership and underwriting management, the role shapes and refines risk appetite and reinsurance strategy, ensures appropriate programme structure recommendations are made, and that placement is executed effectively. Drawing on deep reinsurance expertise, strong relationship-building skills, and executive presence, the role drives day-to-day treaty placement activity, provides thought leadership on long-term placement strategy and other critical reinsurance matters, and builds robust internal and external networks. This role has direct line management responsibility. This role is a Key Function holder within the Senior Manager and Certification Regime (SM&CR) as set out in the Financial Services and Markets Act 2000 (FSMA), and is subject to the rules and regulations of the relevant regulators. Fitness and Probity (F&P) will be assessed - and certified where required - both on appointment and annually thereafter. Post-holders are required to abide by the Conduct Rules at all times. Our leaders in regulated roles champion Travelers' culture and are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive working environment. In addition to this job description, the successful candidate will receive a Statement of Responsibilities (SoR) outlining their specific accountabilities, along with any applicable mandatory prescribed responsibilities. Travelers Europe currently offers flexibility to employees who wish to work on a hybrid basis in accordance with our Hybrid Work Arrangements Policy. This entails full time employees working three days a week in the office and two days at home (or pro rata for part-time employees). This policy may be changed at the Company's discretion. What Will You Do? Strategic Leadership & Innovation. Develop and execute the overall ceded reinsurance strategy, aligned with corporate risk appetite and business objectives. Lead the design and structuring of treaty and facultative reinsurance programmes across all lines of business, driving best-in-market structures that differentiate the company and meet strategic goals. Provide thought leadership and strategic guidance to senior leadership on reinsurance market conditions and opportunities, and on how reinsurance can influence business strategy. Ensure reinsurance solutions support enterprise growth, profitability, and capital optimisation. External Relationship Management. Establish and maintain key broker and reinsurer relationships to secure optimal market access and competitive terms, building strategic partnerships with top-tier reinsurance markets globally. Manage broker expectations and timelines for assigned placements, coordinating materials and meeting with and presenting to reinsurance markets. Represent the company at industry events, reinsurance market meetings, and, where appropriate, on reinsurance industry panels. Where appropriate, appoint brokers and engage in joint strategic planning to align on objectives and market opportunities, keeping reinsurers updated on plans and developments. Internal Relationship Management & Stakeholder Collaboration. Partner with underwriting, actuarial, finance, risk management, and capital management teams to ensure alignment and deliver group objectives. Communicate proactively with business units, demonstrating a thorough understanding of primary coverages and underwriting strategies. Propose ideas and solutions to portfolio challenges above and beyond renewal placements, leading management strategy decision meetings and advocating for the best option. Communicate reinsurance strategy and results effectively to diverse stakeholder groups, building consensus and driving execution of group-wide initiatives. Reinsurance Programme Management & Treaty Negotiation. Oversee the placement and renewal of treaty and facultative reinsurance agreements, ensuring optimal protection while managing cost efficiency. Independently negotiate pricing, coverage, exclusions, terms, and conditions with reinsurance markets to obtain the best terms for the company. Coordinate the preparation of reinsurance submissions and gather the information required from brokers, evaluating and implementing changes to data requirements. Continuously evaluate and enhance reinsurance coverage and structures to maintain competitive advantage. Contract Wording & Documentation. Draft and propose contract wording for new and renewal treaties, researching conceptual topics and evaluating alternative clauses. Research and implement changes to standard treaty clauses and perform secondary contract reviews. Oversee documentation and contract management processes. Capital Management, Analytics & Reporting. Use capital model metrics to assess the effectiveness of the reinsurance strategy against regulatory capital requirements and internal targets, optimising capital efficiency in collaboration with capital management and actuarial teams. Verify data for accuracy and identify anomalies, directing brokers and actuarial teams on pricing and risk-evaluation analytics and their implications for placement options. Monitor and report on capital relief achieved and on reinsurance programme performance and market trends. Manage internal and external reporting requirements and prepare comprehensive reports and presentations for executive leadership and board committees. Treaty Design & Structuring. Evaluate broker and reinsurer presentations for veracity and applicability, proposing renewal structure changes and establishing the associated evaluation criteria. Apply knowledge of capital market (ILS) and structured reinsurance solutions and consult on their use. Provide leadership and technical expertise on intercompany reinsurance solutions and reinsurance impacts from corporate M&A activity. Risk Management. Analyse catastrophe exposure and develop appropriate risk-transfer solutions. Monitor reinsurance recoverables and ensure their timely collection. Evaluate the financial impact of reinsurance decisions on company results. Operational Controls & Regulatory Compliance. Design and implement team controls and develop corporate reinsurance policies to assure compliance, appropriate referral protocols, and best practices. Ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulatory requirements, maintaining corporate governance standards and risk-management frameworks. Take reasonable steps to ensure the business for which you are responsible is controlled effectively and complies with the relevant requirements and standards of the regulatory system. Take reasonable steps to ensure any delegation of responsibility is to an appropriate person and that oversight of the delegation is discharged effectively. Disclose appropriately any information of which the FCA and PRA would reasonably expect to have notice. Team Leadership & Development. Lead, mentor, and develop the ceded reinsurance team, coaching members on the technical expertise and other skills required to perform effectively, and developing and implementing associated training programmes. Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement, and build organisational capability in reinsurance expertise. Perform other duties as assigned. What Will Our Ideal Candidate Have? Proven experience leading a reinsurance function, with demonstrated success in strategic leadership. Extensive experience of Global Property and Casualty Insurance and Reinsurance business. Proven knowledge and understanding of London Market processes and systems. Extensive experience in reinsurance, including in a senior leadership role. Proven track record in reinsurance programme design, placement, and negotiation, and in building and maintaining broker and reinsurer relationships. Strong understanding of capital modelling and its application to reinsurance strategy. What is a Must Have? University degree (Business, Finance, Actuarial Science, or related field). ACII (Associate of the Chartered Insurance Institute) qualification. What Is in It for You? Private Medical Insurance: On commencement of employment, you are eligible for single cover provided by Travelers, with the option to add cover for your dependents, at your expense through payroll deduction. Retirement: Travelers will make a core contribution of a percentage of salary to your Pension Plan. Additionally, if you decide to contribute to the plan, you will receive an increased company contribution. Holiday Entitlement: Start your career at Travelers with a minimum of 25 days holiday entitlement annually, plus the opportunity to purchase additional days to allow for up to a total of 35 holidays per year. Wellness Programme: The Travelers wellness programme is comprised of tools . click apply for full job details
Aug 17, 2026
Full time
Who Are We? Taking care of our customers, our communities and each other. That's the Travelers Promise. By honoring this commitment, we have maintained our reputation as one of the best property casualty insurers in the industry for over 170 years. Join us to discover a culture that is rooted in innovation and thrives on collaboration. Imagine loving what you do and where you do it. Target Openings 1 What Is the Opportunity? We are currently recruiting for a Head of Ceded Reinsurance to join our team based in London on a full time permanent basis. The Head of Ceded Reinsurance leads Travelers Europe's ceded reinsurance strategy and relationships, with oversight of the analysis, placement, management, and optimisation of reinsurance programmes. Working closely with European Leadership and underwriting management, the role shapes and refines risk appetite and reinsurance strategy, ensures appropriate programme structure recommendations are made, and that placement is executed effectively. Drawing on deep reinsurance expertise, strong relationship-building skills, and executive presence, the role drives day-to-day treaty placement activity, provides thought leadership on long-term placement strategy and other critical reinsurance matters, and builds robust internal and external networks. This role has direct line management responsibility. This role is a Key Function holder within the Senior Manager and Certification Regime (SM&CR) as set out in the Financial Services and Markets Act 2000 (FSMA), and is subject to the rules and regulations of the relevant regulators. Fitness and Probity (F&P) will be assessed - and certified where required - both on appointment and annually thereafter. Post-holders are required to abide by the Conduct Rules at all times. Our leaders in regulated roles champion Travelers' culture and are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive working environment. In addition to this job description, the successful candidate will receive a Statement of Responsibilities (SoR) outlining their specific accountabilities, along with any applicable mandatory prescribed responsibilities. Travelers Europe currently offers flexibility to employees who wish to work on a hybrid basis in accordance with our Hybrid Work Arrangements Policy. This entails full time employees working three days a week in the office and two days at home (or pro rata for part-time employees). This policy may be changed at the Company's discretion. What Will You Do? Strategic Leadership & Innovation. Develop and execute the overall ceded reinsurance strategy, aligned with corporate risk appetite and business objectives. Lead the design and structuring of treaty and facultative reinsurance programmes across all lines of business, driving best-in-market structures that differentiate the company and meet strategic goals. Provide thought leadership and strategic guidance to senior leadership on reinsurance market conditions and opportunities, and on how reinsurance can influence business strategy. Ensure reinsurance solutions support enterprise growth, profitability, and capital optimisation. External Relationship Management. Establish and maintain key broker and reinsurer relationships to secure optimal market access and competitive terms, building strategic partnerships with top-tier reinsurance markets globally. Manage broker expectations and timelines for assigned placements, coordinating materials and meeting with and presenting to reinsurance markets. Represent the company at industry events, reinsurance market meetings, and, where appropriate, on reinsurance industry panels. Where appropriate, appoint brokers and engage in joint strategic planning to align on objectives and market opportunities, keeping reinsurers updated on plans and developments. Internal Relationship Management & Stakeholder Collaboration. Partner with underwriting, actuarial, finance, risk management, and capital management teams to ensure alignment and deliver group objectives. Communicate proactively with business units, demonstrating a thorough understanding of primary coverages and underwriting strategies. Propose ideas and solutions to portfolio challenges above and beyond renewal placements, leading management strategy decision meetings and advocating for the best option. Communicate reinsurance strategy and results effectively to diverse stakeholder groups, building consensus and driving execution of group-wide initiatives. Reinsurance Programme Management & Treaty Negotiation. Oversee the placement and renewal of treaty and facultative reinsurance agreements, ensuring optimal protection while managing cost efficiency. Independently negotiate pricing, coverage, exclusions, terms, and conditions with reinsurance markets to obtain the best terms for the company. Coordinate the preparation of reinsurance submissions and gather the information required from brokers, evaluating and implementing changes to data requirements. Continuously evaluate and enhance reinsurance coverage and structures to maintain competitive advantage. Contract Wording & Documentation. Draft and propose contract wording for new and renewal treaties, researching conceptual topics and evaluating alternative clauses. Research and implement changes to standard treaty clauses and perform secondary contract reviews. Oversee documentation and contract management processes. Capital Management, Analytics & Reporting. Use capital model metrics to assess the effectiveness of the reinsurance strategy against regulatory capital requirements and internal targets, optimising capital efficiency in collaboration with capital management and actuarial teams. Verify data for accuracy and identify anomalies, directing brokers and actuarial teams on pricing and risk-evaluation analytics and their implications for placement options. Monitor and report on capital relief achieved and on reinsurance programme performance and market trends. Manage internal and external reporting requirements and prepare comprehensive reports and presentations for executive leadership and board committees. Treaty Design & Structuring. Evaluate broker and reinsurer presentations for veracity and applicability, proposing renewal structure changes and establishing the associated evaluation criteria. Apply knowledge of capital market (ILS) and structured reinsurance solutions and consult on their use. Provide leadership and technical expertise on intercompany reinsurance solutions and reinsurance impacts from corporate M&A activity. Risk Management. Analyse catastrophe exposure and develop appropriate risk-transfer solutions. Monitor reinsurance recoverables and ensure their timely collection. Evaluate the financial impact of reinsurance decisions on company results. Operational Controls & Regulatory Compliance. Design and implement team controls and develop corporate reinsurance policies to assure compliance, appropriate referral protocols, and best practices. Ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulatory requirements, maintaining corporate governance standards and risk-management frameworks. Take reasonable steps to ensure the business for which you are responsible is controlled effectively and complies with the relevant requirements and standards of the regulatory system. Take reasonable steps to ensure any delegation of responsibility is to an appropriate person and that oversight of the delegation is discharged effectively. Disclose appropriately any information of which the FCA and PRA would reasonably expect to have notice. Team Leadership & Development. Lead, mentor, and develop the ceded reinsurance team, coaching members on the technical expertise and other skills required to perform effectively, and developing and implementing associated training programmes. Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement, and build organisational capability in reinsurance expertise. Perform other duties as assigned. What Will Our Ideal Candidate Have? Proven experience leading a reinsurance function, with demonstrated success in strategic leadership. Extensive experience of Global Property and Casualty Insurance and Reinsurance business. Proven knowledge and understanding of London Market processes and systems. Extensive experience in reinsurance, including in a senior leadership role. Proven track record in reinsurance programme design, placement, and negotiation, and in building and maintaining broker and reinsurer relationships. Strong understanding of capital modelling and its application to reinsurance strategy. What is a Must Have? University degree (Business, Finance, Actuarial Science, or related field). ACII (Associate of the Chartered Insurance Institute) qualification. What Is in It for You? Private Medical Insurance: On commencement of employment, you are eligible for single cover provided by Travelers, with the option to add cover for your dependents, at your expense through payroll deduction. Retirement: Travelers will make a core contribution of a percentage of salary to your Pension Plan. Additionally, if you decide to contribute to the plan, you will receive an increased company contribution. Holiday Entitlement: Start your career at Travelers with a minimum of 25 days holiday entitlement annually, plus the opportunity to purchase additional days to allow for up to a total of 35 holidays per year. Wellness Programme: The Travelers wellness programme is comprised of tools . click apply for full job details
Senior Project Manager - NPI Location: Clevedon, North Somerset Salary: Up to £63,000 DOE + Bonus Working Pattern: Hybrid Are you an experienced Senior Project Manager with a strong technical or engineering background? We're looking for a Senior Project Manager to take ownership of complex New Product Introduction (NPI) projects, helping take new products and technologies from development through to successful delivery. This is a senior position where you'll work across engineering, software, manufacturing and other functions, coordinating teams and ensuring projects are delivered against agreed timescales, budgets, quality standards and requirements. The Role You'll take responsibility for the successful delivery of assigned projects within a wider programme, working closely with technical and business stakeholders to keep projects moving forward. You'll be responsible for: Leading complex technical and NPI projects from planning through to delivery Developing detailed project plans, timelines and Work Breakdown Structures Coordinating cross-functional teams to achieve key milestones Managing project budgets, schedules, quality and delivery requirements Identifying and managing risks, actions, issues and decisions Providing clear project updates to senior stakeholders Managing changes to project scope and requirements Identifying resource requirements and resolving delivery constraints Working across multiple sites and with global teams Influencing stakeholders and driving accountability across project teams Supporting and mentoring Project Managers and Associate Project Managers About You We're looking for someone with significant experience managing complex technical projects , ideally within an engineering, manufacturing, product development or technology environment. You'll ideally have: A degree in an Engineering, Technical or Science discipline Significant experience managing complex technical projects or programmes Experience delivering projects involving new product development or NPI Experience working with software-related projects Experience managing projects across multiple sites or global teams Strong stakeholder management, influencing and negotiation skills Experience using project planning tools such as Microsoft Project Experience managing RAID logs Understanding of Work Breakdown Structures (WBS) A recognised Project or Programme Management qualification such as APM PMQ or PRINCE2 , or equivalent experience Strong leadership skills and the ability to take ownership and drive delivery Why Join? Financial & Security Bonus up to 7.5% of basic annual salary Pension with company contribution of up to 8% Life assurance of 4 x basic salary Health & Wellbeing Cash health plan Wellbeing Programme supporting physical, mental and social wellbeing Discounted gym memberships Time Off 25 days holiday excluding Bank Holidays On-site Facilities Free parking Ample cycle storage, lockers and showers Subsidised canteen Dedicated wellbeing and prayer room Location & Working Clevedon, North Somerset Hybrid working is available, giving you the flexibility to split your time between working remotely and on-site. Interested? If you're an experienced Senior Project Manager, Technical Project Manager or Engineering Project Manager looking for your next challenge within NPI and complex product development, we'd love to hear from you. Click Apply or contact Kirk at Pertemps, Bristol to find out more.
Aug 17, 2026
Full time
Senior Project Manager - NPI Location: Clevedon, North Somerset Salary: Up to £63,000 DOE + Bonus Working Pattern: Hybrid Are you an experienced Senior Project Manager with a strong technical or engineering background? We're looking for a Senior Project Manager to take ownership of complex New Product Introduction (NPI) projects, helping take new products and technologies from development through to successful delivery. This is a senior position where you'll work across engineering, software, manufacturing and other functions, coordinating teams and ensuring projects are delivered against agreed timescales, budgets, quality standards and requirements. The Role You'll take responsibility for the successful delivery of assigned projects within a wider programme, working closely with technical and business stakeholders to keep projects moving forward. You'll be responsible for: Leading complex technical and NPI projects from planning through to delivery Developing detailed project plans, timelines and Work Breakdown Structures Coordinating cross-functional teams to achieve key milestones Managing project budgets, schedules, quality and delivery requirements Identifying and managing risks, actions, issues and decisions Providing clear project updates to senior stakeholders Managing changes to project scope and requirements Identifying resource requirements and resolving delivery constraints Working across multiple sites and with global teams Influencing stakeholders and driving accountability across project teams Supporting and mentoring Project Managers and Associate Project Managers About You We're looking for someone with significant experience managing complex technical projects , ideally within an engineering, manufacturing, product development or technology environment. You'll ideally have: A degree in an Engineering, Technical or Science discipline Significant experience managing complex technical projects or programmes Experience delivering projects involving new product development or NPI Experience working with software-related projects Experience managing projects across multiple sites or global teams Strong stakeholder management, influencing and negotiation skills Experience using project planning tools such as Microsoft Project Experience managing RAID logs Understanding of Work Breakdown Structures (WBS) A recognised Project or Programme Management qualification such as APM PMQ or PRINCE2 , or equivalent experience Strong leadership skills and the ability to take ownership and drive delivery Why Join? Financial & Security Bonus up to 7.5% of basic annual salary Pension with company contribution of up to 8% Life assurance of 4 x basic salary Health & Wellbeing Cash health plan Wellbeing Programme supporting physical, mental and social wellbeing Discounted gym memberships Time Off 25 days holiday excluding Bank Holidays On-site Facilities Free parking Ample cycle storage, lockers and showers Subsidised canteen Dedicated wellbeing and prayer room Location & Working Clevedon, North Somerset Hybrid working is available, giving you the flexibility to split your time between working remotely and on-site. Interested? If you're an experienced Senior Project Manager, Technical Project Manager or Engineering Project Manager looking for your next challenge within NPI and complex product development, we'd love to hear from you. Click Apply or contact Kirk at Pertemps, Bristol to find out more.
Deputy General Manager Inverness Up to £33,000 + Package What's on offer: Salary up to £33,000 Bonus potential 30 days annual leave Staff discount Uniform provided Pension and additional benefits Zachary Daniels is recruiting for a Deputy General Manager on behalf of a leading hospitality brand in Inverness. This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate, people-focused leader to support the General Manager in driving operational excellence, delivering an outstanding customer experience, and developing a high-performing team in a fast-paced environment. Key responsibilities: Support and develop the management team. Drive sales, profitability, and operational performance. Manage KPIs, labour costs, and productivity. Maintain high standards of customer service. Ensure Health & Safety and company compliance. Analyse performance and implement improvements. Support recruitment, training, and people development. Step up and lead the operation in the General Manager's absence. About you: You'll currently be working as a Deputy General Manager, Restaurant Manager, Assistant Manager, or Senior Manager within: Restaurants Quick Service Restaurants (QSR) Hospitality Food Retail Convenience Retail If you're looking for your next challenge with a business that offers genuine career progression, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today with your most up-to-date CV. BH37029
Aug 17, 2026
Full time
Deputy General Manager Inverness Up to £33,000 + Package What's on offer: Salary up to £33,000 Bonus potential 30 days annual leave Staff discount Uniform provided Pension and additional benefits Zachary Daniels is recruiting for a Deputy General Manager on behalf of a leading hospitality brand in Inverness. This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate, people-focused leader to support the General Manager in driving operational excellence, delivering an outstanding customer experience, and developing a high-performing team in a fast-paced environment. Key responsibilities: Support and develop the management team. Drive sales, profitability, and operational performance. Manage KPIs, labour costs, and productivity. Maintain high standards of customer service. Ensure Health & Safety and company compliance. Analyse performance and implement improvements. Support recruitment, training, and people development. Step up and lead the operation in the General Manager's absence. About you: You'll currently be working as a Deputy General Manager, Restaurant Manager, Assistant Manager, or Senior Manager within: Restaurants Quick Service Restaurants (QSR) Hospitality Food Retail Convenience Retail If you're looking for your next challenge with a business that offers genuine career progression, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today with your most up-to-date CV. BH37029
An Opportunity for High-Performance Business Development Managers Our client is a pre-eminent, multiple award-winning provider of Health & Safety, HR, and Employment Law services. With an 80-year legacy of excellence and market leadership, they are currently seeking an experienced Business Development Manager to join their high-growth commercial team. This is a transformative role designed for a pro-active, sophisticated B2B sales professional who excels in consultative, value-based environments and possesses a proven track record of exceeding ambitious revenue targets. Financial Rewards & Compensation Guaranteed Minimum Earnings: £60,000 (£30,000 Basic + £30,000 Top-up). Realistic OTE: £155,000 per annum - uncapped, no threshold. High-Performer Ceiling: Top consultants currently exceed £250,000 . Vehicle Allowance: Premium company car or a £5,000 annual car allowance. Performance Bonuses: Additional quarterly incentives of up to £5,000 based on revenue achievements. The Role & Responsibilities As a field-based BDM for the brand, you will focus on high-value client acquisition: Direct Sales Execution: Attend face-to-face appointments secured through your own network and self-generation of leads. Strategic Market Development: Pro-actively identify and cultivate new business opportunities and untapped market segments. Pipeline Management: Rigorously manage and forecast a robust sales pipeline to ensure consistent quarterly growth. Stakeholder Engagement: Build immediate rapport and long-term trust with C-suite executives, HR Directors, and Business Owners. Candidate Profile We are seeking a candidate who demonstrates a high degree of commercial acumen and resilience: Experience: Minimum 2+ years of successful B2B Business Development experience (industry-specific knowledge is not required; comprehensive training is provided). Methodology: Expert-level proficiency in "value-based" selling rather than transactional product pitching. Adaptability: A professional demeanour capable of navigating diverse corporate environments and engaging varied audiences. Mobility: Full UK driving license and the ability to manage a field-based schedule effectively. Comprehensive Benefits & Professional Growth Training: A structured 4-week industry-leading induction program. Infrastructure: Full professional suite of technology, including iPhone and iPad. Healthcare: Medicash health plan and 24/7 access to mental and physical health support. Security: Comprehensive pension scheme and Private Healthcare (after 5 years of service). Culture: Quarterly sales conferences, your birthday off, and exclusive international incentive trips for top achievers to places like Miami, Monaco, Dubai and much more. Apply Today Join a legacy organization that offers the stability of an 80-year-old market leader with the earning potential of a high-growth scale-up. 49072KMA1R2 INDPSAL The Portfolio Group are acting on behalf of our client in recruiting for this position.
Aug 17, 2026
Full time
An Opportunity for High-Performance Business Development Managers Our client is a pre-eminent, multiple award-winning provider of Health & Safety, HR, and Employment Law services. With an 80-year legacy of excellence and market leadership, they are currently seeking an experienced Business Development Manager to join their high-growth commercial team. This is a transformative role designed for a pro-active, sophisticated B2B sales professional who excels in consultative, value-based environments and possesses a proven track record of exceeding ambitious revenue targets. Financial Rewards & Compensation Guaranteed Minimum Earnings: £60,000 (£30,000 Basic + £30,000 Top-up). Realistic OTE: £155,000 per annum - uncapped, no threshold. High-Performer Ceiling: Top consultants currently exceed £250,000 . Vehicle Allowance: Premium company car or a £5,000 annual car allowance. Performance Bonuses: Additional quarterly incentives of up to £5,000 based on revenue achievements. The Role & Responsibilities As a field-based BDM for the brand, you will focus on high-value client acquisition: Direct Sales Execution: Attend face-to-face appointments secured through your own network and self-generation of leads. Strategic Market Development: Pro-actively identify and cultivate new business opportunities and untapped market segments. Pipeline Management: Rigorously manage and forecast a robust sales pipeline to ensure consistent quarterly growth. Stakeholder Engagement: Build immediate rapport and long-term trust with C-suite executives, HR Directors, and Business Owners. Candidate Profile We are seeking a candidate who demonstrates a high degree of commercial acumen and resilience: Experience: Minimum 2+ years of successful B2B Business Development experience (industry-specific knowledge is not required; comprehensive training is provided). Methodology: Expert-level proficiency in "value-based" selling rather than transactional product pitching. Adaptability: A professional demeanour capable of navigating diverse corporate environments and engaging varied audiences. Mobility: Full UK driving license and the ability to manage a field-based schedule effectively. Comprehensive Benefits & Professional Growth Training: A structured 4-week industry-leading induction program. Infrastructure: Full professional suite of technology, including iPhone and iPad. Healthcare: Medicash health plan and 24/7 access to mental and physical health support. Security: Comprehensive pension scheme and Private Healthcare (after 5 years of service). Culture: Quarterly sales conferences, your birthday off, and exclusive international incentive trips for top achievers to places like Miami, Monaco, Dubai and much more. Apply Today Join a legacy organization that offers the stability of an 80-year-old market leader with the earning potential of a high-growth scale-up. 49072KMA1R2 INDPSAL The Portfolio Group are acting on behalf of our client in recruiting for this position.
Job Title: Lead Quality Assurance Engineer Location: Barrow-In-Furness or Sheffield - Hybrid, (Occasional travel to the alternative site as and when required) additional travel at least once or twice a month within the UK or overseas, including India and USA to suppliers and other BAE sites We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role. Salary: £54,490 (minimum) Who we are: Join BAE Systems and you'll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you'll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You'll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow, shaping a safer future, for all of us. From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space, there's no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you. Job Description: You'll play a key role in driving quality excellence across advanced weapon systems programmes, supporting the development, manufacture and delivery of highly detailed defence products. Working across the full quality lifecycle, you'll oversee quality planning, audits, risk assessment and continuous improvement activities, ensuring compliance with industry standards and business frameworks such as ISO quality systems. Collaborating closely with supplier and project teams across multiple sites, you'll help strengthen processes, improve performance and support successful programme delivery. This role offers exposure to strategic quality activities, leadership opportunities and the potential to grow into a Quality Manager position within an expanding and high-impact environment and training qualifications. Core duties: Guiding multi-faceted quality activities across the full lifecycle, ensuring compliance with quality systems, policies and standards Conducting supplier audits, supporting supplier performance, risk mitigation and adherence to industry requirements Overseeing non-conformance investigations and quality reviews, implementing preventative actions to improve operational performance Supporting continuous improvement strategies, promoting a Forward-thinking quality culture across projects, suppliers and manufacturing teams Maintaining quality documentation and reporting within business systems, ensuring accurate records and compliance across programmes Essential Skills: Qualified to HNC, HND or Degree level, or equivalent practical experience within quality environments Experience working in a quality-focused role, supporting compliance, audits and continuous improvement activities Demonstratable supplier audit experience, a formal audit qualification is desirable, with ample understanding of ISO 9001 quality standards and requirements Experience using ERP systems such as SAP to oversee quality data, records and reporting processes Knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma and risk mitigation techniques, with experience mentoring or supporting colleagues The Platforms and Services sector, Weapon Systems As part of BAE Systems Platforms and Services sector, Weapon Systems (UK) designs, develops, manufactures and supports artillery systems, naval guns, and provides engineering capability to the wider BAE Systems business. Our global reach brings our customers a depth and breadth of expertise that meet critical needs in the air, on land, and at sea. Our mission strives for us to be our customer's trusted and affordable weapons provider, delivering enhanced effects on target and complete mission solutions. We are looking for innovation, commitment and drive to help define the future of Weapon Systems capabilities. Why BAE Systems? Here you'll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work, this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You'll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what's most important to you and your family, support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make. A place where everyone can thrive: We're committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 20th August 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Aug 17, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Lead Quality Assurance Engineer Location: Barrow-In-Furness or Sheffield - Hybrid, (Occasional travel to the alternative site as and when required) additional travel at least once or twice a month within the UK or overseas, including India and USA to suppliers and other BAE sites We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role. Salary: £54,490 (minimum) Who we are: Join BAE Systems and you'll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you'll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You'll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow, shaping a safer future, for all of us. From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space, there's no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you. Job Description: You'll play a key role in driving quality excellence across advanced weapon systems programmes, supporting the development, manufacture and delivery of highly detailed defence products. Working across the full quality lifecycle, you'll oversee quality planning, audits, risk assessment and continuous improvement activities, ensuring compliance with industry standards and business frameworks such as ISO quality systems. Collaborating closely with supplier and project teams across multiple sites, you'll help strengthen processes, improve performance and support successful programme delivery. This role offers exposure to strategic quality activities, leadership opportunities and the potential to grow into a Quality Manager position within an expanding and high-impact environment and training qualifications. Core duties: Guiding multi-faceted quality activities across the full lifecycle, ensuring compliance with quality systems, policies and standards Conducting supplier audits, supporting supplier performance, risk mitigation and adherence to industry requirements Overseeing non-conformance investigations and quality reviews, implementing preventative actions to improve operational performance Supporting continuous improvement strategies, promoting a Forward-thinking quality culture across projects, suppliers and manufacturing teams Maintaining quality documentation and reporting within business systems, ensuring accurate records and compliance across programmes Essential Skills: Qualified to HNC, HND or Degree level, or equivalent practical experience within quality environments Experience working in a quality-focused role, supporting compliance, audits and continuous improvement activities Demonstratable supplier audit experience, a formal audit qualification is desirable, with ample understanding of ISO 9001 quality standards and requirements Experience using ERP systems such as SAP to oversee quality data, records and reporting processes Knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma and risk mitigation techniques, with experience mentoring or supporting colleagues The Platforms and Services sector, Weapon Systems As part of BAE Systems Platforms and Services sector, Weapon Systems (UK) designs, develops, manufactures and supports artillery systems, naval guns, and provides engineering capability to the wider BAE Systems business. Our global reach brings our customers a depth and breadth of expertise that meet critical needs in the air, on land, and at sea. Our mission strives for us to be our customer's trusted and affordable weapons provider, delivering enhanced effects on target and complete mission solutions. We are looking for innovation, commitment and drive to help define the future of Weapon Systems capabilities. Why BAE Systems? Here you'll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work, this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You'll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what's most important to you and your family, support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make. A place where everyone can thrive: We're committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 20th August 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
We have an excellent Audit Manager opportunity for a talented, qualified audit professional to join a well-established, independent accountancy practice. Along with a competitive salary, this firm will offer the successful candidate a good benefits package, a work/life balance and hybrid working. Benefits include life assurance, 25 days annual leave (rising to up to 30 days after five years' service), extensive learning & development opportunities, employer contributory pension scheme, flexible working, and a lead incentive scheme. Reporting to directors and partners, as Audit Manager your responsibilities will include: Managing a mixed portfolio of commercial and not-for-profit clients ranging in sector and size Ensure assignments are completed on time in accordance with the firm's procedures and quality expectations Brief and oversee staff on assignments, providing on the job training as required, liaising with senior client staff to ensure the assignment is completed as per the agreed terms Identify and resolve key audit matters and contentious items, in consultation with the client, Director/Partner and technical team as appropriate Attend and present at client audit committee and board meeting Assist directors and partners with business development opportunities including participation in tendering process Accounts preparation on occasion, if desired Willingness to be hands on to ensure assignments are completed on time Please do apply for this role if you have the following: ACA or ACCA qualification (or equivalent) with extensive experience gained within a UK practice environment Proven experience producing high quality audits and client handling Strong IT skills - experience of Mercia audit methodology and Myworkpapers a bonus Excellent written and verbal communication skills Submit your CV for this Audit Manager role Unfortunately, we cannot accept applications for this role from candidates that do not have the right to work in the UK, or require visa sponsorship , either currently or in the future. This includes those currently on a student or graduate visa. Additionally, candidates must have experience gained within UK accountancy practice. We stipulate these criteria due to the high volume of applications from outside of the UK. Due to the high volume of applications we receive it is not always possible to respond to unsuccessful applicants. Therefore, if we have not responded to your application within five days please assume that on this occasion your application has not been successful.
Aug 17, 2026
Full time
We have an excellent Audit Manager opportunity for a talented, qualified audit professional to join a well-established, independent accountancy practice. Along with a competitive salary, this firm will offer the successful candidate a good benefits package, a work/life balance and hybrid working. Benefits include life assurance, 25 days annual leave (rising to up to 30 days after five years' service), extensive learning & development opportunities, employer contributory pension scheme, flexible working, and a lead incentive scheme. Reporting to directors and partners, as Audit Manager your responsibilities will include: Managing a mixed portfolio of commercial and not-for-profit clients ranging in sector and size Ensure assignments are completed on time in accordance with the firm's procedures and quality expectations Brief and oversee staff on assignments, providing on the job training as required, liaising with senior client staff to ensure the assignment is completed as per the agreed terms Identify and resolve key audit matters and contentious items, in consultation with the client, Director/Partner and technical team as appropriate Attend and present at client audit committee and board meeting Assist directors and partners with business development opportunities including participation in tendering process Accounts preparation on occasion, if desired Willingness to be hands on to ensure assignments are completed on time Please do apply for this role if you have the following: ACA or ACCA qualification (or equivalent) with extensive experience gained within a UK practice environment Proven experience producing high quality audits and client handling Strong IT skills - experience of Mercia audit methodology and Myworkpapers a bonus Excellent written and verbal communication skills Submit your CV for this Audit Manager role Unfortunately, we cannot accept applications for this role from candidates that do not have the right to work in the UK, or require visa sponsorship , either currently or in the future. This includes those currently on a student or graduate visa. Additionally, candidates must have experience gained within UK accountancy practice. We stipulate these criteria due to the high volume of applications from outside of the UK. Due to the high volume of applications we receive it is not always possible to respond to unsuccessful applicants. Therefore, if we have not responded to your application within five days please assume that on this occasion your application has not been successful.