Portfolio HR & Reward are currently recruiting for a People Operations Manager to join our client on a 12-month fixed-term contract . We are looking for a seasoned professional who can balance strategic oversight with the day-to-day delivery of a high-quality HR service. Reporting to the Head of Corporate Services, you will lead a dedicated team of three-comprising a People Operations Advisor, Assistant, and Coordinator. This role is split between Enfield (3 days) and Welwyn Garden City (1-2 days), making it an ideal move for a leader who enjoys being visible across sites and driving a consistent, high-standard employee experience. The Role As the subject matter expert for all things People Operations, you will oversee the entire employee lifecycle, ensuring that recruitment, onboarding, and offboarding processes are seamless and compliant. A significant part of your remit will involve managing complex employee relations cases, providing pragmatic guidance to managers, and ensuring risks are appropriately handled. You will also take ownership of HR data and systems, using analytics to create meaningful dashboards that help senior leadership make informed business decisions. Key Responsibilities Operations & Strategy: Developing scalable HR processes and driving continuous improvement across all systems and workflows. Employee Relations: Managing disciplinary, grievance, and performance processes while coaching managers on best practice. Policy & Governance: Maintaining and reviewing HR policies to ensure the business stays ahead of employment law and audit requirements. Reward & Benefits: Supporting the administration of reward programmes and ensuring payroll inputs and benefit enrolments are accurate. Workforce Planning: Partnering with business leaders to support organisational structuring and contingent labour governance. What you will bring We are looking for someone with at least 5 years of experience in a People Operations or HR leadership role, ideally within a fast-paced or multi-site environment. You should hold a minimum of a Level 5 CIPD qualification and possess a strong technical understanding of UK employment law. Beyond the technical skills, you will need to be a relationship-oriented problem solver who is comfortable working both strategically and operationally. If you are a proactive HR professional who enjoys professionalising services and leading a team through a 12-month assignment, I would love to discuss this with you. 45891BR INDHRR The Portfolio Group are acting on behalf of our client in recruiting for this position.
Apr 03, 2026
Contractor
Portfolio HR & Reward are currently recruiting for a People Operations Manager to join our client on a 12-month fixed-term contract . We are looking for a seasoned professional who can balance strategic oversight with the day-to-day delivery of a high-quality HR service. Reporting to the Head of Corporate Services, you will lead a dedicated team of three-comprising a People Operations Advisor, Assistant, and Coordinator. This role is split between Enfield (3 days) and Welwyn Garden City (1-2 days), making it an ideal move for a leader who enjoys being visible across sites and driving a consistent, high-standard employee experience. The Role As the subject matter expert for all things People Operations, you will oversee the entire employee lifecycle, ensuring that recruitment, onboarding, and offboarding processes are seamless and compliant. A significant part of your remit will involve managing complex employee relations cases, providing pragmatic guidance to managers, and ensuring risks are appropriately handled. You will also take ownership of HR data and systems, using analytics to create meaningful dashboards that help senior leadership make informed business decisions. Key Responsibilities Operations & Strategy: Developing scalable HR processes and driving continuous improvement across all systems and workflows. Employee Relations: Managing disciplinary, grievance, and performance processes while coaching managers on best practice. Policy & Governance: Maintaining and reviewing HR policies to ensure the business stays ahead of employment law and audit requirements. Reward & Benefits: Supporting the administration of reward programmes and ensuring payroll inputs and benefit enrolments are accurate. Workforce Planning: Partnering with business leaders to support organisational structuring and contingent labour governance. What you will bring We are looking for someone with at least 5 years of experience in a People Operations or HR leadership role, ideally within a fast-paced or multi-site environment. You should hold a minimum of a Level 5 CIPD qualification and possess a strong technical understanding of UK employment law. Beyond the technical skills, you will need to be a relationship-oriented problem solver who is comfortable working both strategically and operationally. If you are a proactive HR professional who enjoys professionalising services and leading a team through a 12-month assignment, I would love to discuss this with you. 45891BR INDHRR The Portfolio Group are acting on behalf of our client in recruiting for this position.
Probate Lawyer Senior Associate Personal Estate Manager Salary: £40,000 - £62,500 per annum Start Date: Flexible We are open to remote, hybrid and flexible working applications. Our office is in Bristol. About Us At Kings Court Trust, we occupy a unique, privileged position. We are called upon at a sensitive time when families are going through the stages of grief, but there is an acceptance that certain realities need to be addressed. Our Purpose To support families through bereavement with expert guidance and genuine compassion, making a complex process feel manageable and human. What you'll be doing: Manage and progress a case load of mostly taxable estate administration cases. Take ownership of all technical tasks required to progress a case. Manage all client communication and correspondence. Draft interim and final estate accounts. Support the coaching, development and mentoring of junior colleagues. Collaborate across teams to ensure a seamless client experience. Contribute to continuous improvement and innovation in how we work. What we're looking for Qualifications are desirable but not essential. We are looking for individuals with some of the following experience: 5 years' experience of end-to-end estate administration and probate. STEP / TEP Qualification (or working towards). Qualified Solicitor (desirable). CILEX Qualified (desirable). The type of person you'll be: A Strong communicator - clear, empathetic, and confident. A proactive, solutions-focused individual. Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team whether in the office or working remotely. Vast experience in probate, legal services, or estate administration. A passion for making a difference in people's lives at a time when they really need you. What we can offer you We believe in rewarding great work. For this role we offer the following benefits: Up to £62,500 per annum Quarterly Bonus / Scheme 25 days plus bank holidays, increasing annually to 30 Health Cash Plan - Cash back for Dental, optical, and other treatments Employee discounts across a range of products and services Variety of salary sacrifice benefits such as tech vouchers, dental and holiday buy Company pension scheme - matching up to 5% Income protection insurance Life assurance policy Enhanced family leave (upon completion of probation) Cycle to work scheme Employee Assistance Programme Why join us: A supportive, people-first culture. Opportunities for growth and development. A chance to make a real impact during life's most challenging times. Hybrid and flexible working options to suit your needs. Where you'll be working: Our office based at Spectrum House, Bond Street, Bristol, BS1 3LG From home Hybrid Hiring process - what to expect We like to keep things clear and straightforward. Here's what you can expect: Application review - We review applications on a rolling basis and will contact you when shortlisted. Initial chat - A short call to get to know you better. There will be some element of competency here, but we aim for it to be more conversational (30mins). Interview - This is your competency-based interview with our Operations Director and Legal Services Director (up to 60mins). Task - A chance to show us how your technical competence. Feedback - We will contact you following your interview, typically within 1 week. Support - We want everyone to feel comfortable and confident throughout our hiring process. If you have a medical condition or need any adjustments, whether that's for an interview or any part of the process, please let us know. We're happy to have a conversation about how we can best support you. Ready to apply If Kings Court Trust sounds like the kind of place where you'd thrive, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now and help us shape the future of estate administration. Equality, Diversity and Inclusion At Kings Court Trust, we're committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome, respected, and able to thrive. We believe in equal opportunities for all and ensure that every hiring decision is based on merit, skills, and experience - nothing else. We're proud to foster an inclusive environment where individuality is celebrated and diverse perspectives are valued across everything we do. By applying for this role, you're sharing your information with Kings Court Trust. We take your privacy seriously. To understand how we handle your data, please read our Privacy Policy, available on our website.
Apr 03, 2026
Full time
Probate Lawyer Senior Associate Personal Estate Manager Salary: £40,000 - £62,500 per annum Start Date: Flexible We are open to remote, hybrid and flexible working applications. Our office is in Bristol. About Us At Kings Court Trust, we occupy a unique, privileged position. We are called upon at a sensitive time when families are going through the stages of grief, but there is an acceptance that certain realities need to be addressed. Our Purpose To support families through bereavement with expert guidance and genuine compassion, making a complex process feel manageable and human. What you'll be doing: Manage and progress a case load of mostly taxable estate administration cases. Take ownership of all technical tasks required to progress a case. Manage all client communication and correspondence. Draft interim and final estate accounts. Support the coaching, development and mentoring of junior colleagues. Collaborate across teams to ensure a seamless client experience. Contribute to continuous improvement and innovation in how we work. What we're looking for Qualifications are desirable but not essential. We are looking for individuals with some of the following experience: 5 years' experience of end-to-end estate administration and probate. STEP / TEP Qualification (or working towards). Qualified Solicitor (desirable). CILEX Qualified (desirable). The type of person you'll be: A Strong communicator - clear, empathetic, and confident. A proactive, solutions-focused individual. Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team whether in the office or working remotely. Vast experience in probate, legal services, or estate administration. A passion for making a difference in people's lives at a time when they really need you. What we can offer you We believe in rewarding great work. For this role we offer the following benefits: Up to £62,500 per annum Quarterly Bonus / Scheme 25 days plus bank holidays, increasing annually to 30 Health Cash Plan - Cash back for Dental, optical, and other treatments Employee discounts across a range of products and services Variety of salary sacrifice benefits such as tech vouchers, dental and holiday buy Company pension scheme - matching up to 5% Income protection insurance Life assurance policy Enhanced family leave (upon completion of probation) Cycle to work scheme Employee Assistance Programme Why join us: A supportive, people-first culture. Opportunities for growth and development. A chance to make a real impact during life's most challenging times. Hybrid and flexible working options to suit your needs. Where you'll be working: Our office based at Spectrum House, Bond Street, Bristol, BS1 3LG From home Hybrid Hiring process - what to expect We like to keep things clear and straightforward. Here's what you can expect: Application review - We review applications on a rolling basis and will contact you when shortlisted. Initial chat - A short call to get to know you better. There will be some element of competency here, but we aim for it to be more conversational (30mins). Interview - This is your competency-based interview with our Operations Director and Legal Services Director (up to 60mins). Task - A chance to show us how your technical competence. Feedback - We will contact you following your interview, typically within 1 week. Support - We want everyone to feel comfortable and confident throughout our hiring process. If you have a medical condition or need any adjustments, whether that's for an interview or any part of the process, please let us know. We're happy to have a conversation about how we can best support you. Ready to apply If Kings Court Trust sounds like the kind of place where you'd thrive, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now and help us shape the future of estate administration. Equality, Diversity and Inclusion At Kings Court Trust, we're committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome, respected, and able to thrive. We believe in equal opportunities for all and ensure that every hiring decision is based on merit, skills, and experience - nothing else. We're proud to foster an inclusive environment where individuality is celebrated and diverse perspectives are valued across everything we do. By applying for this role, you're sharing your information with Kings Court Trust. We take your privacy seriously. To understand how we handle your data, please read our Privacy Policy, available on our website.
Our client is looking to add an Audit Senior to their Corporate Audit and Assurance team. Based in a modern office environment, this role offers the chance to work with a diverse portfolio of clients ranging from ambitious growing businesses to larger established corporate groups. You will take a lead role on audit engagements, managing assignments from planning through to completion while working closely with both clients and the wider audit team. This position offers strong client exposure and the opportunity to continue progressing within a nationally recognised firm. Job Title: Audit Senior Job Type: Permanent Location: Southampton Salary: £40,000 - 55,000 Reference no: 16023 Audit Senior - Benefits • Hybrid working• Private medical cover• Pension with employer contributions• Life assurance• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays• Professional subscription paid• Employee referral bonus scheme• Cycle to work scheme• Clear career progression within a national firm Audit Senior - About The Role Reporting into an Audit Manager, you will play a key role in delivering audit assignments for a range of corporate clients. You will take responsibility for planning and completing audits, coordinating with junior team members, and ensuring work is completed to a high standard and within deadlines. The role involves regular interaction with clients, both remotely and on site, providing a great opportunity to build relationships while gaining exposure to a variety of sectors. You will also work closely with colleagues across the wider audit team, contributing to the delivery of high-quality audit and assurance services. This is a position suited to someone who enjoys taking ownership of their work, leading engagements, and continuing to build their experience within a supportive and collaborative firm. Key responsibilities: • Managing audit assignments from planning through to completion• Supervising and supporting junior members of the audit team• Reviewing audit work and ensuring compliance with auditing standards• Preparing and reviewing statutory accounts• Identifying key audit risks and ensuring appropriate procedures are carried out• Liaising with clients and responding to queries throughout the audit process The successful Audit Senior will have: • ACA or ACCA qualified, or close to qualification• Recent external audit experience within a UK accountancy practice• Experience working on corporate audit assignments• Strong understanding of auditing standards• Confidence supervising junior staff and working directly with clients• Strong organisational and communication skills Howett Thorpe are acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role and comply with all relevant UK legislation and do not discriminate on any protected characteristics. Due to the high volume of applications we currently receive, we are unable to respond to all candidates. If you do not hear from a Consultant within 5 working days, please assume that you have not been successful. Refer a friend If this job is not of interest to you, but you know a friend or colleague who may be interested, recommend them to us and receive a minimum of £100 in vouchers if we assist them in securing a permanent role and a minimum of £25 in vouchers if we place them in a temporary assignment. (Terms & conditions apply)
Apr 03, 2026
Full time
Our client is looking to add an Audit Senior to their Corporate Audit and Assurance team. Based in a modern office environment, this role offers the chance to work with a diverse portfolio of clients ranging from ambitious growing businesses to larger established corporate groups. You will take a lead role on audit engagements, managing assignments from planning through to completion while working closely with both clients and the wider audit team. This position offers strong client exposure and the opportunity to continue progressing within a nationally recognised firm. Job Title: Audit Senior Job Type: Permanent Location: Southampton Salary: £40,000 - 55,000 Reference no: 16023 Audit Senior - Benefits • Hybrid working• Private medical cover• Pension with employer contributions• Life assurance• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays• Professional subscription paid• Employee referral bonus scheme• Cycle to work scheme• Clear career progression within a national firm Audit Senior - About The Role Reporting into an Audit Manager, you will play a key role in delivering audit assignments for a range of corporate clients. You will take responsibility for planning and completing audits, coordinating with junior team members, and ensuring work is completed to a high standard and within deadlines. The role involves regular interaction with clients, both remotely and on site, providing a great opportunity to build relationships while gaining exposure to a variety of sectors. You will also work closely with colleagues across the wider audit team, contributing to the delivery of high-quality audit and assurance services. This is a position suited to someone who enjoys taking ownership of their work, leading engagements, and continuing to build their experience within a supportive and collaborative firm. Key responsibilities: • Managing audit assignments from planning through to completion• Supervising and supporting junior members of the audit team• Reviewing audit work and ensuring compliance with auditing standards• Preparing and reviewing statutory accounts• Identifying key audit risks and ensuring appropriate procedures are carried out• Liaising with clients and responding to queries throughout the audit process The successful Audit Senior will have: • ACA or ACCA qualified, or close to qualification• Recent external audit experience within a UK accountancy practice• Experience working on corporate audit assignments• Strong understanding of auditing standards• Confidence supervising junior staff and working directly with clients• Strong organisational and communication skills Howett Thorpe are acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role and comply with all relevant UK legislation and do not discriminate on any protected characteristics. Due to the high volume of applications we currently receive, we are unable to respond to all candidates. If you do not hear from a Consultant within 5 working days, please assume that you have not been successful. Refer a friend If this job is not of interest to you, but you know a friend or colleague who may be interested, recommend them to us and receive a minimum of £100 in vouchers if we assist them in securing a permanent role and a minimum of £25 in vouchers if we place them in a temporary assignment. (Terms & conditions apply)
Bristol A fantastic opportunity has arisen for experienced Principal Test Development Engineer to contribute to the design, integration and validation of test system hardware solutions, joining our highly skilled and dynamic Test Equipment Design Team. We can offer you a stimulating and rewarding role coupled with an exciting career path! Salary: Circa £55,000 depending on experience Location: Stevenage, Bristol or Bolton (We may be able to offer a relocation package for this role) Please note: Those who wish to be based in Bolton or Bristol will be expected to travel to Stevenage on average once a month. With the majority of the Test Equipment team being based in Stevenage, Bolton and Bristol based engineers will need to have relevant transferable Military or Aerospace experience and the ability to work autonomously. Dynamic (hybrid) working: Where project needs allow, we will seek to accommodate a blended approach to on-site and remote working such as being onsite when necessary to work with people and collaborate, then working from home and around family commitments to work where you are most efficient. Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team. What we can offer you: Company bonus: Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year) Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% Overtime: opportunity for paid overtime Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave. Enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments. Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more. The opportunity: Your role will be to define and specify test approaches; identifying any potential improvements to test/diagnostic processes. You will be involved in the design process at all stages, supporting design reviews and manufacturing queries, reporting into the Technical Lead or Equipment Project Manager. You will have the opportunity to lead on packages of work, manage deliveries and assign work to senior design engineers. Working in an international environment, this is a fantastic opportunity to broaden your expertise and play an important role in the delivery of our products. Additional Opportunities depending on experience: Technical Leadership - You will take ownership for and lead the development of test equipment technical design solutions. You will be responsible for leading a package or packages of work, manage resourcing needs and deliveries while leading your own team. Test Equipment Architect - Working within the established Test Equipment Architecture team, you'll be advising the customer; providing guidance and feedback on the Test Equipment requirements; disseminating the requirements into a system design (providing the solution architecture), and working to ensure the developed test system meets its system requirements. You should be able to act as an authority on test equipment aspects to the design teams and the project. What we're looking for from you: Skilled Hardware Design Engineers with proven experience to support the design, integration and validation of test system hardware solutions. Knowledge of test needs and techniques in support of product life cycle development. Experience of Design Proving and performance testing during development. Experience of Environmental and EMC testing during qualification. Strong document writing skills associated with Test Equipment hardware design needs. Experience of managing packages of work is highly desirable. Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom. We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability and more We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process. Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information.
Apr 03, 2026
Full time
Bristol A fantastic opportunity has arisen for experienced Principal Test Development Engineer to contribute to the design, integration and validation of test system hardware solutions, joining our highly skilled and dynamic Test Equipment Design Team. We can offer you a stimulating and rewarding role coupled with an exciting career path! Salary: Circa £55,000 depending on experience Location: Stevenage, Bristol or Bolton (We may be able to offer a relocation package for this role) Please note: Those who wish to be based in Bolton or Bristol will be expected to travel to Stevenage on average once a month. With the majority of the Test Equipment team being based in Stevenage, Bolton and Bristol based engineers will need to have relevant transferable Military or Aerospace experience and the ability to work autonomously. Dynamic (hybrid) working: Where project needs allow, we will seek to accommodate a blended approach to on-site and remote working such as being onsite when necessary to work with people and collaborate, then working from home and around family commitments to work where you are most efficient. Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team. What we can offer you: Company bonus: Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year) Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% Overtime: opportunity for paid overtime Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave. Enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments. Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more. The opportunity: Your role will be to define and specify test approaches; identifying any potential improvements to test/diagnostic processes. You will be involved in the design process at all stages, supporting design reviews and manufacturing queries, reporting into the Technical Lead or Equipment Project Manager. You will have the opportunity to lead on packages of work, manage deliveries and assign work to senior design engineers. Working in an international environment, this is a fantastic opportunity to broaden your expertise and play an important role in the delivery of our products. Additional Opportunities depending on experience: Technical Leadership - You will take ownership for and lead the development of test equipment technical design solutions. You will be responsible for leading a package or packages of work, manage resourcing needs and deliveries while leading your own team. Test Equipment Architect - Working within the established Test Equipment Architecture team, you'll be advising the customer; providing guidance and feedback on the Test Equipment requirements; disseminating the requirements into a system design (providing the solution architecture), and working to ensure the developed test system meets its system requirements. You should be able to act as an authority on test equipment aspects to the design teams and the project. What we're looking for from you: Skilled Hardware Design Engineers with proven experience to support the design, integration and validation of test system hardware solutions. Knowledge of test needs and techniques in support of product life cycle development. Experience of Design Proving and performance testing during development. Experience of Environmental and EMC testing during qualification. Strong document writing skills associated with Test Equipment hardware design needs. Experience of managing packages of work is highly desirable. Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom. We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability and more We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process. Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information.
Join a leading national accountancy firm as an Audit Senior within their Corporate Audit and Assurance team in Woking. This is a client facing role working with ambitious mid-sized businesses and larger corporate groups across a range of sectors. You will play a key role in delivering audits from planning through to completion, supervising junior team members and working closely with clients throughout the process. This is a great opportunity to step into a position with real responsibility within a firm that offers strong progression and exposure to a varied client base. Job Title: Audit Supervisor Job Type: Permanent Location: Woking Salary: £40,000 - £55,000 Reference no: 16022 Audit Supervisor - Benefits • Hybrid working• Private medical cover• Pension with employer contributions• Life assurance• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays• Professional subscription paid• Employee referral bonus scheme• Cycle to work scheme• Employee assistance programme• Clear career progression within a national firm Audit Supervisor - About The Role Reporting directly to an Audit Manager, you will take responsibility for managing audit assignments from planning through to completion. You will supervise junior staff, review their work, and ensure assignments are delivered to a high standard and within deadlines. The role involves regular client interaction, both remotely and on site, working with a wide range of businesses from growing companies to larger established groups. You will also collaborate closely with colleagues across the wider audit team to deliver high quality audit and assurance work. This position offers strong exposure to technical audit work and is well suited to someone who enjoys taking ownership of their assignments while continuing to develop their experience within a larger firm environment. Key responsibilities: • Leading audit assignments from planning through to completion• Supervising and reviewing the work of junior staff• Preparing and reviewing statutory accounts• Identifying audit risks and ensuring appropriate procedures are completed• Liaising directly with clients throughout the audit process• Working closely with Managers and the wider audit team to deliver assignments efficiently The successful Audit Supervisor will have: • ACA or ACCA qualified, or close to qualification• Recent external audit experience within a UK accountancy practice• Experience working on corporate audit engagements• Strong knowledge of auditing standards• Confidence working with clients and supervising junior staff• Strong communication skills and a proactive approach Howett Thorpe are acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role and comply with all relevant UK legislation and do not discriminate on any protected characteristics. Due to the high volume of applications we currently receive, we are unable to respond to all candidates. If you do not hear from a Consultant within 5 working days, please assume that you have not been successful. Refer a friend If this job is not of interest to you, but you know a friend or colleague who may be interested, recommend them to us and receive a minimum of £100 in vouchers if we assist them in securing a permanent role and a minimum of £25 in vouchers if we place them in a temporary assignment. (Terms & conditions apply)
Apr 03, 2026
Full time
Join a leading national accountancy firm as an Audit Senior within their Corporate Audit and Assurance team in Woking. This is a client facing role working with ambitious mid-sized businesses and larger corporate groups across a range of sectors. You will play a key role in delivering audits from planning through to completion, supervising junior team members and working closely with clients throughout the process. This is a great opportunity to step into a position with real responsibility within a firm that offers strong progression and exposure to a varied client base. Job Title: Audit Supervisor Job Type: Permanent Location: Woking Salary: £40,000 - £55,000 Reference no: 16022 Audit Supervisor - Benefits • Hybrid working• Private medical cover• Pension with employer contributions• Life assurance• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays• Professional subscription paid• Employee referral bonus scheme• Cycle to work scheme• Employee assistance programme• Clear career progression within a national firm Audit Supervisor - About The Role Reporting directly to an Audit Manager, you will take responsibility for managing audit assignments from planning through to completion. You will supervise junior staff, review their work, and ensure assignments are delivered to a high standard and within deadlines. The role involves regular client interaction, both remotely and on site, working with a wide range of businesses from growing companies to larger established groups. You will also collaborate closely with colleagues across the wider audit team to deliver high quality audit and assurance work. This position offers strong exposure to technical audit work and is well suited to someone who enjoys taking ownership of their assignments while continuing to develop their experience within a larger firm environment. Key responsibilities: • Leading audit assignments from planning through to completion• Supervising and reviewing the work of junior staff• Preparing and reviewing statutory accounts• Identifying audit risks and ensuring appropriate procedures are completed• Liaising directly with clients throughout the audit process• Working closely with Managers and the wider audit team to deliver assignments efficiently The successful Audit Supervisor will have: • ACA or ACCA qualified, or close to qualification• Recent external audit experience within a UK accountancy practice• Experience working on corporate audit engagements• Strong knowledge of auditing standards• Confidence working with clients and supervising junior staff• Strong communication skills and a proactive approach Howett Thorpe are acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role and comply with all relevant UK legislation and do not discriminate on any protected characteristics. Due to the high volume of applications we currently receive, we are unable to respond to all candidates. If you do not hear from a Consultant within 5 working days, please assume that you have not been successful. Refer a friend If this job is not of interest to you, but you know a friend or colleague who may be interested, recommend them to us and receive a minimum of £100 in vouchers if we assist them in securing a permanent role and a minimum of £25 in vouchers if we place them in a temporary assignment. (Terms & conditions apply)
Senior Field Marketing Manager - B2B Technology Location: London (2 days Onsite, can be remote as well) Contract: 10 Month Contract with Potential extension (Inside IR35) Day Rate: £48 - £53 per hour The Opportunity We're recruiting for an experienced Field Marketing Manager to drive high-impact marketing across the UK & Ireland within a leading global technology environment. This is a commercial, sales-aligned marketing role focused on delivering measurable pipeline and revenue growth through integrated campaigns, events, and account-based marketing (ABM). You'll work closely with regional sales leadership to shape and execute marketing strategies targeting enterprise and public sector customers across government, education, and healthcare. What You'll Be Doing . Partner closely with sales teams to align marketing activity to pipeline and revenue targets . Plan and execute integrated B2B campaigns to drive demand generation and customer acquisition . Lead high-impact events, webinars, roundtables, and industry activations . Deliver targeted ABM (Account-Based Marketing) programmes to accelerate strategic deals . Manage and optimise marketing budgets, ensuring strong ROI and pipeline contribution . Track and report on performance metrics including pipeline, lead quality, and campaign effectiveness . Collaborate across global and regional marketing teams to deliver a unified go-to-market strategy What we are looking for Proven experience in B2B field marketing within the technology sector Strong track record of driving pipeline generation and revenue impact Expertise in events, demand generation campaigns, and ABM strategies Experience working closely with sales teams in a Matrix organisation Exposure to public sector markets (government, education, healthcare) is highly desirable Background in enterprise technology organisations or similar environments (eg global tech vendors, telecoms, cloud, or SaaS companies) is highly desirable Experience working within organisations such as Cisco Systems, Microsoft, Amazon Web Services, BT Group, Vodafone or similar is a strong advantage Ability to manage multiple campaigns and stakeholders in a fast-paced environment Strong analytical mindset with experience tracking ROI, pipeline, and marketing performance Experience with tools such as Salesforce, reporting dashboards, or similar platforms This is an urgent vacancy where the hiring manager is shortlisting for an interview immediately. Please apply with a copy of your CV Randstad Technologies is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Apr 03, 2026
Contractor
Senior Field Marketing Manager - B2B Technology Location: London (2 days Onsite, can be remote as well) Contract: 10 Month Contract with Potential extension (Inside IR35) Day Rate: £48 - £53 per hour The Opportunity We're recruiting for an experienced Field Marketing Manager to drive high-impact marketing across the UK & Ireland within a leading global technology environment. This is a commercial, sales-aligned marketing role focused on delivering measurable pipeline and revenue growth through integrated campaigns, events, and account-based marketing (ABM). You'll work closely with regional sales leadership to shape and execute marketing strategies targeting enterprise and public sector customers across government, education, and healthcare. What You'll Be Doing . Partner closely with sales teams to align marketing activity to pipeline and revenue targets . Plan and execute integrated B2B campaigns to drive demand generation and customer acquisition . Lead high-impact events, webinars, roundtables, and industry activations . Deliver targeted ABM (Account-Based Marketing) programmes to accelerate strategic deals . Manage and optimise marketing budgets, ensuring strong ROI and pipeline contribution . Track and report on performance metrics including pipeline, lead quality, and campaign effectiveness . Collaborate across global and regional marketing teams to deliver a unified go-to-market strategy What we are looking for Proven experience in B2B field marketing within the technology sector Strong track record of driving pipeline generation and revenue impact Expertise in events, demand generation campaigns, and ABM strategies Experience working closely with sales teams in a Matrix organisation Exposure to public sector markets (government, education, healthcare) is highly desirable Background in enterprise technology organisations or similar environments (eg global tech vendors, telecoms, cloud, or SaaS companies) is highly desirable Experience working within organisations such as Cisco Systems, Microsoft, Amazon Web Services, BT Group, Vodafone or similar is a strong advantage Ability to manage multiple campaigns and stakeholders in a fast-paced environment Strong analytical mindset with experience tracking ROI, pipeline, and marketing performance Experience with tools such as Salesforce, reporting dashboards, or similar platforms This is an urgent vacancy where the hiring manager is shortlisting for an interview immediately. Please apply with a copy of your CV Randstad Technologies is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Job Title: HR & Payroll Manager Location: Halifax Salary: £45,000 Type: Permanent Full Time Hours: 42.5 hrs PW Monday - Friday 08:00 am - 17:00 pm Office Based (No Hybird) Overview The Flavour Network is recruiting on behalf of a well-established, fast-paced manufacturing business based in Halifax for an experienced HR & Payroll Manager. In this role, you will take full ownership of payroll operations and HR administration across the organisation, overseeing all aspects of payroll processing and HR activities to ensure compliant, efficient, and accurate processes across payroll, onboarding, employee relations, and overall HR compliance. This is a hands-on, fully on-site position requiring strong technical payroll expertise and confident HR operational capability. The successful candidate for the HR & Payroll Manager must hold CIPD Level 5 and demonstrate expert proficiency in Sage Payroll. We are seeking a highly organised, detail-oriented professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is confident managing both payroll accuracy and day-to-day HR responsibilities. Key Responsibilities for the HR & Payroll Manager: Payroll Management (Sage Payroll) Manage end-to-end monthly payroll (Apply online only) people) using Sage Payroll, ensuring full accuracy and compliance. Oversee weekly payroll and provide holiday cover as required. Administer statutory payments, pensions and auto-enrolment in line with UK regulations. Complete HMRC RTI submissions (FPS, EPS) and year-end processes (P60, P45, P11D). Ensure compliance with HMRC legislation, National Minimum Wage and holiday pay regulations. Reconcile payroll with Finance and manage employee payroll queries HR Administration & Employee Relations: Oversee the full employee lifecycle from recruitment through to exit. Draft contracts and offer letters, and manage HR documentation. Support managers with absence, performance, disciplinary and grievance matters. Maintain HR policies and ensure compliance with UK employment law and GDPR. Maintain accurate HR records and track leave and absences to ensure payroll accuracy. Compliance & Reporting: Produce HR and payroll reports and KPIs for senior management. Support annual pay reviews, payroll budgeting and cost control. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of employment law and payroll legislation. Requirements for the HR & Payroll Manager: CIPD Level 5 (essential) Minimum 3 years payroll experience running end-to-end payroll independently. Expert proficiency in Sage Payroll (essential). Strong understanding of UK employment law, payroll regulations and statutory processes. Experience in a fast-paced environment (hospitality, retail or multi-site advantageous). Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving ability. Strong communication skills with the ability to support managers and employees across all HR matters. Highly organised, professional and confidential in approach. Ideally, a 30-minute commute to Halifax is desirable. If you meet the essential criteria, particularly CIPD Level 5 and strong Sage Payroll experience, we would love for you to apply
Apr 03, 2026
Full time
Job Title: HR & Payroll Manager Location: Halifax Salary: £45,000 Type: Permanent Full Time Hours: 42.5 hrs PW Monday - Friday 08:00 am - 17:00 pm Office Based (No Hybird) Overview The Flavour Network is recruiting on behalf of a well-established, fast-paced manufacturing business based in Halifax for an experienced HR & Payroll Manager. In this role, you will take full ownership of payroll operations and HR administration across the organisation, overseeing all aspects of payroll processing and HR activities to ensure compliant, efficient, and accurate processes across payroll, onboarding, employee relations, and overall HR compliance. This is a hands-on, fully on-site position requiring strong technical payroll expertise and confident HR operational capability. The successful candidate for the HR & Payroll Manager must hold CIPD Level 5 and demonstrate expert proficiency in Sage Payroll. We are seeking a highly organised, detail-oriented professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is confident managing both payroll accuracy and day-to-day HR responsibilities. Key Responsibilities for the HR & Payroll Manager: Payroll Management (Sage Payroll) Manage end-to-end monthly payroll (Apply online only) people) using Sage Payroll, ensuring full accuracy and compliance. Oversee weekly payroll and provide holiday cover as required. Administer statutory payments, pensions and auto-enrolment in line with UK regulations. Complete HMRC RTI submissions (FPS, EPS) and year-end processes (P60, P45, P11D). Ensure compliance with HMRC legislation, National Minimum Wage and holiday pay regulations. Reconcile payroll with Finance and manage employee payroll queries HR Administration & Employee Relations: Oversee the full employee lifecycle from recruitment through to exit. Draft contracts and offer letters, and manage HR documentation. Support managers with absence, performance, disciplinary and grievance matters. Maintain HR policies and ensure compliance with UK employment law and GDPR. Maintain accurate HR records and track leave and absences to ensure payroll accuracy. Compliance & Reporting: Produce HR and payroll reports and KPIs for senior management. Support annual pay reviews, payroll budgeting and cost control. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of employment law and payroll legislation. Requirements for the HR & Payroll Manager: CIPD Level 5 (essential) Minimum 3 years payroll experience running end-to-end payroll independently. Expert proficiency in Sage Payroll (essential). Strong understanding of UK employment law, payroll regulations and statutory processes. Experience in a fast-paced environment (hospitality, retail or multi-site advantageous). Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving ability. Strong communication skills with the ability to support managers and employees across all HR matters. Highly organised, professional and confidential in approach. Ideally, a 30-minute commute to Halifax is desirable. If you meet the essential criteria, particularly CIPD Level 5 and strong Sage Payroll experience, we would love for you to apply
Group Surveying Manager job UK-wide £70-80k + bonus, hybrid working & private medical Your new company You'll be joining a leading, nationally recognised housebuilding organisation known for delivering high quality homes and setting industry standards in safety, innovation, and customer satisfaction. The company is committed to continuous improvement and invests heavily in its people, technology, and modern systems. With a strong culture of inclusivity and professional development, it provides an environment where motivated and talented individuals can carve out long-term, rewarding careers. A hybrid working approach is embedded across the business, supporting flexibility, collaboration, and high performance. Your new role As the Group Surveying Manager, you will take a key role within the central commercial function, supporting multiple divisional teams across the country. Reporting into senior leadership, you will drive cost-saving initiatives, lead cross divisional cost analysis, and ensure consistent compliance with group-wide systems, policies, and procedures. Your responsibilities will include attending valuation meetings across divisions, reviewing budgets and commercial processes, and identifying opportunities to enhance efficiency. You will provide expert training and support in the use of commercial systems while also playing a crucial part in testing new commercial and financial software before implementation. The role will also see you reviewing and updating Sub Contractor Trade Specifications to ensure adherence to industry standards. Regular travel to divisional offices and construction sites will form part of the role. What you'll need to succeed To excel in this role, you will bring: Proven experience in the proficient use of COINS and commercial systems within a housebuilding or similar environment (essential). Strong numerical skills with excellent attention to detail and the ability to analyse, interpret, and confidently present cost data to senior stakeholders. Clear, credible communication skills and the confidence to influence and present information at a senior level. A methodical, organised approach with the ability to manage your own workload in a fast paced environment. Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to build effective working relationships across multiple teams. Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook. A valid CSCS card. A full, clean driving licence, with the flexibility to travel nationwide when required. What you'll get in return In return, you'll receive a comprehensive and competitive package, including: Salary circa £70,000 - £80,000 Performance-related bonus scheme Private medical cover Annual medical health assessment 26 days' holiday, rising with length of service A range of flexible benefits Enhanced family-friendly policies Hybrid working arrangements The opportunity to shape commercial activity at a national level within a high-performing organisation What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #
Apr 03, 2026
Full time
Group Surveying Manager job UK-wide £70-80k + bonus, hybrid working & private medical Your new company You'll be joining a leading, nationally recognised housebuilding organisation known for delivering high quality homes and setting industry standards in safety, innovation, and customer satisfaction. The company is committed to continuous improvement and invests heavily in its people, technology, and modern systems. With a strong culture of inclusivity and professional development, it provides an environment where motivated and talented individuals can carve out long-term, rewarding careers. A hybrid working approach is embedded across the business, supporting flexibility, collaboration, and high performance. Your new role As the Group Surveying Manager, you will take a key role within the central commercial function, supporting multiple divisional teams across the country. Reporting into senior leadership, you will drive cost-saving initiatives, lead cross divisional cost analysis, and ensure consistent compliance with group-wide systems, policies, and procedures. Your responsibilities will include attending valuation meetings across divisions, reviewing budgets and commercial processes, and identifying opportunities to enhance efficiency. You will provide expert training and support in the use of commercial systems while also playing a crucial part in testing new commercial and financial software before implementation. The role will also see you reviewing and updating Sub Contractor Trade Specifications to ensure adherence to industry standards. Regular travel to divisional offices and construction sites will form part of the role. What you'll need to succeed To excel in this role, you will bring: Proven experience in the proficient use of COINS and commercial systems within a housebuilding or similar environment (essential). Strong numerical skills with excellent attention to detail and the ability to analyse, interpret, and confidently present cost data to senior stakeholders. Clear, credible communication skills and the confidence to influence and present information at a senior level. A methodical, organised approach with the ability to manage your own workload in a fast paced environment. Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to build effective working relationships across multiple teams. Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook. A valid CSCS card. A full, clean driving licence, with the flexibility to travel nationwide when required. What you'll get in return In return, you'll receive a comprehensive and competitive package, including: Salary circa £70,000 - £80,000 Performance-related bonus scheme Private medical cover Annual medical health assessment 26 days' holiday, rising with length of service A range of flexible benefits Enhanced family-friendly policies Hybrid working arrangements The opportunity to shape commercial activity at a national level within a high-performing organisation What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #
Operations Director Location: Kington, Herefordshire (On-site) Salary: £45,000 £50,000 per annum (dependent on experience) Contract: Full-Time, Permanent Reporting to: Chairman of the Board Governance: Position on the Board of Directors (Monthly Meetings) Start date: Immediate start preferred Application Deadline: 24th April 2026, 5pm The Role Purpose The Operations Director (OD) will hold total accountability for the day-to-day running of Dunfield House. As a Board member, you will translate the Board s long-term vision into operational reality. Your mission is to maximise the potential of our 15-acre estate, ensuring exceptional guest experiences across all potential revenue streams, while maintaining the financial health and charitable ethos of the venue. Organisational Structure You will act as the "hub" of Dunfield House, providing leadership, mentorship, and accountability to a dedicated senior management team. Direct Reports Sales & Marketing Manager: Driving occupancy and commercial revenue. Admin Assistant: Oversight of HR, budgets, cash flow, and financial reporting. Site Caretaker: Ensuring the 15-acre site, indoor pool, and historic buildings are safe, compliant, and well-maintained. Head of Kitchen: Managing food safety, gross profit (GP), and quality of service. Key Responsibilities 1. Strategic Leadership & Governance Prepare and present monthly operational reports to the Chairman and the Board. Present Key financial reports in collaboration with the admin assistant. Lead the annual business planning process. In collaboration with the sales and marketing manager, implement the marketing strategy. Act as a guardian of Dunfield s culture, ensuring the venue remains a "home from home" for all guests. 2. Financial & Commercial Management Work with the admin assistant to optimise margins, particularly focusing on energy efficiency and food costs. Work with the sales & marketing manager to implement dynamic pricing and improve mid-week occupancy. Understands the importance of financial management and has the ability to compile financial reports for Board meetings. 3. Operational Excellence & Compliance Oversee the site caretaker to ensure rigorous health and safety standards, particularly regarding the indoor pool and fire safety in a high-capacity residential setting. Oversee the head of kitchen to ensure 5-star hygiene ratings and efficient volume catering for up to 90 guests. Streamline internal processes (booking systems, staff rotas, guest check-ins) to improve efficiency. Share duty manager responsibilities. 4. People & Culture Foster a high-performing, collaborative environment between the distinct departments. Manage recruitment, appraisals, and professional development for the senior team. Performance Indicators (KPIs) 1. Financial & Efficiency KPIs Primary KPI: Achievement of 103 FHE days. Secondary KPI: 15% conversion rate of OTA guests to direct bookers. Tertiary KPI: Average TRevPAG of £2.00+ per guest. 2. Operational & Capacity KPIs Full House Equivalent (FHE) Readiness: While Sales books the days, Operations must ensure the site is "Turnaround Ready." A KPI for "Zero Down-Time" between back-to-back groups. The "Pool Availability" Score: A KPI of 98%+ uptime (excluding scheduled maintenance). Catering Margin: 70% Gross Profit (GP) on meals by managing waste and seasonal purchasing. 3. Compliance & Duty Management KPIs Health & Safety Audit Score: 100% compliance on monthly internal safety checks (Fire, Water/Legionella, Pool, Safeguarding). Guest "Home from Home" Satisfaction: A score (derived from post-stay surveys) specifically measuring Cleanliness and Facility Functionality. Staff Retention & Training: A target for Staff Turnover The Ideal Candidate Experience Senior Management: At least 5 years in a senior operational role within hospitality, residential centres, or large-scale venue management. Board-Level Presence: Comfortable reporting to a Board and communicating complex operational data to stakeholders. Commercial Acumen: Proven track record of improving profit margins without compromising service quality. Team Leadership: Experience managing diverse teams (from maintenance and catering to sales and finance). Skills Strategic Thinking: The ability to look beyond the day-to-day and plan for the next 3 5 years. Financial Literacy: Ability to interpret P&Ls, balance sheets, and budget variances. Adaptability: Equally comfortable in a boardroom meeting as they are walking the estate with a contractor. Benefits Board Position: A genuine opportunity to shape the future of a significant regional venue. Autonomy: High degree of freedom to implement operational changes and drive the commercial strategy. Environment: Work in a beautiful 15-acre setting in the Herefordshire countryside. Why Join Us? You will be taking the helm of a financially viable venue at a pivotal moment of transition. You have the opportunity to secure the future of a unique estate that serves as a vital resource for schools, churches, and families alike. Job Description: Internal Document Role Profile Job Title: Operations Director Department: board level Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent Salary Grade: TBC Start date: ASAP Role Purpose The Operations Director (OD) will hold total accountability for the day-to-day running of Dunfield House. As a Board member, you will translate the Board s long-term vision into operational reality. Your mission is to maximise the potential of our 15-acre estate, ensuring exceptional guest experiences across all potential revenue streams, while maintaining the financial health and charitable ethos of the venue. Key Responsibilities 1. Financial Stewardship & Yield Management Monitor the venue s "Daily Burn" of £978.08, ensuring all operational activities contribute toward our annual break-even target of 103 "Full House Equivalent" (FHE) days. Implement and manage "Minimum Facility Fees" and "Minimum Catering Fees" to protect the venue against the risks of under-capacity. Drive a 2026 strategy to move from per-person metrics to FHE tracking to secure long-term sustainability. 2. Operational Excellence & Asset Management Oversee the maintenance and upkeep of the historic manor, 15 acres of grounds and the indoor swimming pool our "gold dust" asset. Manage a quadrupling of energy costs through aggressive utility efficiency and smart scheduling of "Whole Site" vs. "Stables" bookings. Ensure the venue remains a "Safe Sanctuary" for schools and youth groups, maintaining all regulatory standards for residential stays. 3. Commercial Growth & Guest Experience Execute the "Midweek Profit Zone" strategy, targeting corporate retreats and "Work from Hotel" bookings to fill the Monday Friday slump. Collaborate on the "TRevPAG" initiative (Total Revenue Per Available Guest) to increase spend on extras like the tuck shop and pool hire. Maintain the "Home from Home" vibe that differentiates us from institutional "mega" centers, ensuring high-quality communal spaces for all guests. 4. Mission & People Leadership Lead the staff team with a focus on hospitality and mission-alignment. Oversee the "Church Subsidy" model, ensuring that faith-based groups receive their mandated support while commercial groups provide the necessary profit margins. Candidate Profile Commercial Acumen: You understand that a 70% occupancy in the Stables can still result in a net loss and know how to fix it. Operational Grit: You are comfortable managing a high fixed-cost heritage site with complex heating and maintenance needs. Values-Driven: You respect our faith-rooted origins and can balance charitable "at-cost" bookings with high-margin commercial events. Strategic Thinker: You can translate a "Mixed Booking Model" into a daily action plan for your team. If you d like, I can also format this into a PDF, a designed job advert layout, or a shorter recruitment ready version.
Apr 03, 2026
Full time
Operations Director Location: Kington, Herefordshire (On-site) Salary: £45,000 £50,000 per annum (dependent on experience) Contract: Full-Time, Permanent Reporting to: Chairman of the Board Governance: Position on the Board of Directors (Monthly Meetings) Start date: Immediate start preferred Application Deadline: 24th April 2026, 5pm The Role Purpose The Operations Director (OD) will hold total accountability for the day-to-day running of Dunfield House. As a Board member, you will translate the Board s long-term vision into operational reality. Your mission is to maximise the potential of our 15-acre estate, ensuring exceptional guest experiences across all potential revenue streams, while maintaining the financial health and charitable ethos of the venue. Organisational Structure You will act as the "hub" of Dunfield House, providing leadership, mentorship, and accountability to a dedicated senior management team. Direct Reports Sales & Marketing Manager: Driving occupancy and commercial revenue. Admin Assistant: Oversight of HR, budgets, cash flow, and financial reporting. Site Caretaker: Ensuring the 15-acre site, indoor pool, and historic buildings are safe, compliant, and well-maintained. Head of Kitchen: Managing food safety, gross profit (GP), and quality of service. Key Responsibilities 1. Strategic Leadership & Governance Prepare and present monthly operational reports to the Chairman and the Board. Present Key financial reports in collaboration with the admin assistant. Lead the annual business planning process. In collaboration with the sales and marketing manager, implement the marketing strategy. Act as a guardian of Dunfield s culture, ensuring the venue remains a "home from home" for all guests. 2. Financial & Commercial Management Work with the admin assistant to optimise margins, particularly focusing on energy efficiency and food costs. Work with the sales & marketing manager to implement dynamic pricing and improve mid-week occupancy. Understands the importance of financial management and has the ability to compile financial reports for Board meetings. 3. Operational Excellence & Compliance Oversee the site caretaker to ensure rigorous health and safety standards, particularly regarding the indoor pool and fire safety in a high-capacity residential setting. Oversee the head of kitchen to ensure 5-star hygiene ratings and efficient volume catering for up to 90 guests. Streamline internal processes (booking systems, staff rotas, guest check-ins) to improve efficiency. Share duty manager responsibilities. 4. People & Culture Foster a high-performing, collaborative environment between the distinct departments. Manage recruitment, appraisals, and professional development for the senior team. Performance Indicators (KPIs) 1. Financial & Efficiency KPIs Primary KPI: Achievement of 103 FHE days. Secondary KPI: 15% conversion rate of OTA guests to direct bookers. Tertiary KPI: Average TRevPAG of £2.00+ per guest. 2. Operational & Capacity KPIs Full House Equivalent (FHE) Readiness: While Sales books the days, Operations must ensure the site is "Turnaround Ready." A KPI for "Zero Down-Time" between back-to-back groups. The "Pool Availability" Score: A KPI of 98%+ uptime (excluding scheduled maintenance). Catering Margin: 70% Gross Profit (GP) on meals by managing waste and seasonal purchasing. 3. Compliance & Duty Management KPIs Health & Safety Audit Score: 100% compliance on monthly internal safety checks (Fire, Water/Legionella, Pool, Safeguarding). Guest "Home from Home" Satisfaction: A score (derived from post-stay surveys) specifically measuring Cleanliness and Facility Functionality. Staff Retention & Training: A target for Staff Turnover The Ideal Candidate Experience Senior Management: At least 5 years in a senior operational role within hospitality, residential centres, or large-scale venue management. Board-Level Presence: Comfortable reporting to a Board and communicating complex operational data to stakeholders. Commercial Acumen: Proven track record of improving profit margins without compromising service quality. Team Leadership: Experience managing diverse teams (from maintenance and catering to sales and finance). Skills Strategic Thinking: The ability to look beyond the day-to-day and plan for the next 3 5 years. Financial Literacy: Ability to interpret P&Ls, balance sheets, and budget variances. Adaptability: Equally comfortable in a boardroom meeting as they are walking the estate with a contractor. Benefits Board Position: A genuine opportunity to shape the future of a significant regional venue. Autonomy: High degree of freedom to implement operational changes and drive the commercial strategy. Environment: Work in a beautiful 15-acre setting in the Herefordshire countryside. Why Join Us? You will be taking the helm of a financially viable venue at a pivotal moment of transition. You have the opportunity to secure the future of a unique estate that serves as a vital resource for schools, churches, and families alike. Job Description: Internal Document Role Profile Job Title: Operations Director Department: board level Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent Salary Grade: TBC Start date: ASAP Role Purpose The Operations Director (OD) will hold total accountability for the day-to-day running of Dunfield House. As a Board member, you will translate the Board s long-term vision into operational reality. Your mission is to maximise the potential of our 15-acre estate, ensuring exceptional guest experiences across all potential revenue streams, while maintaining the financial health and charitable ethos of the venue. Key Responsibilities 1. Financial Stewardship & Yield Management Monitor the venue s "Daily Burn" of £978.08, ensuring all operational activities contribute toward our annual break-even target of 103 "Full House Equivalent" (FHE) days. Implement and manage "Minimum Facility Fees" and "Minimum Catering Fees" to protect the venue against the risks of under-capacity. Drive a 2026 strategy to move from per-person metrics to FHE tracking to secure long-term sustainability. 2. Operational Excellence & Asset Management Oversee the maintenance and upkeep of the historic manor, 15 acres of grounds and the indoor swimming pool our "gold dust" asset. Manage a quadrupling of energy costs through aggressive utility efficiency and smart scheduling of "Whole Site" vs. "Stables" bookings. Ensure the venue remains a "Safe Sanctuary" for schools and youth groups, maintaining all regulatory standards for residential stays. 3. Commercial Growth & Guest Experience Execute the "Midweek Profit Zone" strategy, targeting corporate retreats and "Work from Hotel" bookings to fill the Monday Friday slump. Collaborate on the "TRevPAG" initiative (Total Revenue Per Available Guest) to increase spend on extras like the tuck shop and pool hire. Maintain the "Home from Home" vibe that differentiates us from institutional "mega" centers, ensuring high-quality communal spaces for all guests. 4. Mission & People Leadership Lead the staff team with a focus on hospitality and mission-alignment. Oversee the "Church Subsidy" model, ensuring that faith-based groups receive their mandated support while commercial groups provide the necessary profit margins. Candidate Profile Commercial Acumen: You understand that a 70% occupancy in the Stables can still result in a net loss and know how to fix it. Operational Grit: You are comfortable managing a high fixed-cost heritage site with complex heating and maintenance needs. Values-Driven: You respect our faith-rooted origins and can balance charitable "at-cost" bookings with high-margin commercial events. Strategic Thinker: You can translate a "Mixed Booking Model" into a daily action plan for your team. If you d like, I can also format this into a PDF, a designed job advert layout, or a shorter recruitment ready version.
We are currently recruiting a Supported Living Manager to join our passionate care team in the heart of Oxfordshire. Here we provide quality person-centred care and support to individuals with learning disabilities, physical disabilities, and additional mental health support needs to live exciting and independent lives. This is an excellent development opportunity to take on further responsibility in service management. You will be working with senior managers and be responsible for maintaining an overview of the service, leading a highly motivated team and contributing to the further development of the service. You will carry out the role demonstrating a person-centred approach with a warm, confident, professional manner. Experience of staff and service management is essential. You must be a confident and accountable practitioner, with the ability to put contractual and CQC quality standards into practice. You must be able to lead a team with confidence and provide clear guidance, supervision and support to your team members. You will be able to communicate positively and professionally with the families of the people we support, their advocates and other agencies. This role offers unique and challenging opportunities bringing great job satisfaction and career development opportunities. We provide relevant training including accredited management training and health and social care diplomas through our own internal training academy. We may also support you with advanced practitioner training opportunities in relevant areas. In addition to opportunities for personal and career development we offer good conditions of service and a supportive management culture. We look forward to welcoming you to our vibrant community! Vacancy Reference Number: 88224 Applications for this role must be submitted via the Creative Support website using the above vacancy reference number Full training is provided, as is the opportunity to work towards QCF Diploma in Health and Social Care. Benefits of working with Creative Support include a probationary bonus, pension contributions, 28 days Annual Leave and company paid enhanced DBS. We are a passionate, inclusive, and anti-racist organization - Stonewall Diversity Champion, Disability Confident Employer who have recently received Investors in People Gold awarded. Applications are reviewed as they are received, we do not provide feedback for unsuccessful applications. We can only accept applications from candidates who are located in and eligible to work within the UK
Apr 03, 2026
Full time
We are currently recruiting a Supported Living Manager to join our passionate care team in the heart of Oxfordshire. Here we provide quality person-centred care and support to individuals with learning disabilities, physical disabilities, and additional mental health support needs to live exciting and independent lives. This is an excellent development opportunity to take on further responsibility in service management. You will be working with senior managers and be responsible for maintaining an overview of the service, leading a highly motivated team and contributing to the further development of the service. You will carry out the role demonstrating a person-centred approach with a warm, confident, professional manner. Experience of staff and service management is essential. You must be a confident and accountable practitioner, with the ability to put contractual and CQC quality standards into practice. You must be able to lead a team with confidence and provide clear guidance, supervision and support to your team members. You will be able to communicate positively and professionally with the families of the people we support, their advocates and other agencies. This role offers unique and challenging opportunities bringing great job satisfaction and career development opportunities. We provide relevant training including accredited management training and health and social care diplomas through our own internal training academy. We may also support you with advanced practitioner training opportunities in relevant areas. In addition to opportunities for personal and career development we offer good conditions of service and a supportive management culture. We look forward to welcoming you to our vibrant community! Vacancy Reference Number: 88224 Applications for this role must be submitted via the Creative Support website using the above vacancy reference number Full training is provided, as is the opportunity to work towards QCF Diploma in Health and Social Care. Benefits of working with Creative Support include a probationary bonus, pension contributions, 28 days Annual Leave and company paid enhanced DBS. We are a passionate, inclusive, and anti-racist organization - Stonewall Diversity Champion, Disability Confident Employer who have recently received Investors in People Gold awarded. Applications are reviewed as they are received, we do not provide feedback for unsuccessful applications. We can only accept applications from candidates who are located in and eligible to work within the UK
ROLE PROFILE: Carers Service Manager - Herefordshire Carer Links Responsible to: Director of Governance and Charitable Services Responsible for: Operational team operating across Herefordshire Location: Hybrid Home / Office Based Fred Bulmer Centre, Hereford (minimum two days in the office) Salary: £30,000 Hours of Work: Full Time 37.5 hours per week Key Purpose / WHY? The Carers Services Manager will play a vital role in leading a team to assist unpaid carers to connect with their communities and access the support they need within Herefordshire. The role will support the Herefordshire team, who deliver the what matters assessment to carers and provide bespoke, person-centered information, advice and guidance to people accessing our services. Support includes but is not limited to; one-to-one support, events and activities, as well as signposting and referring to relevant agencies for additional support helping people on their caring journey. The role will work alongside internal teams and external partners to create community connections, develop an outreach support program, linking people to community resources with a focus on preventing the need for escalation to statutory services. Key accountabilities & responsibilities 1. Service Leadership and Delivery Oversee day to day delivery of our commissioned Information, Advice and Guidance service for unpaid Carers in Herefordshire Facilitate the application, review and distribution of small grants to unpaid carers across the region as required Monitor service quality and delivery and report monthly Key Performance Indicators and quarterly monitoring reports to Local Authority Commissioners. Ensure reporting demonstrates the scale, impact, and quality of our services. Meet with commissioners to review service performance quarterly Ensure the service is visible and accessible to carers from all communities Support carer self-identification and address barriers to engagement, including those faced by underrepresented groups of carers Help raise the profile and recognition of TuVida to assist with recruitment, service-user and partner engagement and financial sustainability by contributing to social media presence and the website 2. Service Development Work collaboratively with senior colleagues, identifying opportunities for sustainable growth, and working to execute commercial opportunities, including supporting and/or leading on tendering, Bidding, and negotiating new business as well as business retention strategies and mobilisation of new business. 3. Team Management Lead and develop a team to deliver person-centered outcomes for unpaid carers across Herefordshire providing practical support and guidance as required Provide exemplary leadership and management for the team, including regular team meetings, 121 s and objective setting, caseload management, performance reviews and promoting professional development and well-being Create development plans for team members, identifying training needs and growth opportunities within the team and wider organisation Foster a collaborative team environment that promotes knowledge sharing, continuous improvement, and high-performance standards Delegate effectively while maintaining oversight of service quality and manager satisfaction Oversee recruitment and inductions of new staff Manage leave and staff absence Act as designated safeguarding lead for the team, maintaining hight standards of safeguarding practice. Support the team through the process of raising safeguards and following up on safeguarding concerns complying with internal and external agencies policies and procedures. 4. Partnership and Stakeholder Engagement Ensure the services work collaboratively with partners and community services, manage the delivery of a program of support and services that help improve the wellbeing of carers and which respond to their needs and aspirations. Lead on increasing the awareness of TuVida s services in the county, including development of marketing materials, attending events, stakeholder meetings and increasing recognition of and support available for unpaid carers. Build and maintain effective relationships with local authority, health services, and other stakeholders and third sector organisations involved in supporting carers Represent the service at multi-agency meetings and network meetings Promote awareness of carer rights and needs within the community through talks and training General As a carers services manager the post holder will be a key brand ambassador and a custodian of our values and our reputation. The post holder will lead by example in every area of their work and will work in accordance with the organisation s policies and procedures. We are an organisation led by our culture and values. Our expectation is that all employees will adhere to behaviors that demonstrate these values in everything they do and all decisions they make. No matter what role an employee holds in the organisation, we expect them to operate with compassion for our clients and for each other; to fiercely protect and promote the brand and the reputation of the organisation; and to work in a spirit of openness and trust always challenging practice or behavior that compromises the reputation or values in any way. Vision Values A society where every person who is ill or disabled and every carer can live well and enjoy life Pioneering we will continuously try new approaches and ideas, challenging the status quo. Uncompromising we will do what we say we are going to do and when we are going to do it. Compassionate we are committed to enabling people to have choice over their care and support. Person Specification Essential Experience Required Desirable Experience Required Experience of leading or managing frontline services. Experience of managing staff and/or volunteers. Experience of safeguarding responsibilities. A network of contacts within local authorities, the health sector and voluntary sector organisations in Herefordshire. Experience of working with unpaid carers or people with care/support needs. Experience of business case development and bid writing/contract tendering. Experience of managing Health & Safety risks. Knowledge of the Care Act and carers rights Essential Skills and Abilities Required Desirable Skills and Abilities Required Strong leadership and team building skills. Able to look at the bigger picture and devise plans and priorities that are clearly aligned to achieving an agreed strategy. To also contribute to decision-making and future strategy development. Ability to enact and/or manage change. Excellent communication and relationship building skills, able to communicate effectively with service users, external partners, funders and professionals. Ability to work co-operatively and effectively with colleagues across the organisation. Ability to obtain and provide insight and analysis to ensure funders fully understand the value of our services and that we are meeting contract requirements with a focus on meeting targets and demonstrating outcomes. Capacity to resolve complex and/or challenging situations with the ability to influence actions and appropriately and positively respond to constructive criticism or challenge. Ability to maintain professional boundaries, including appropriate levels of confidentiality and the requirements of GDPR. Qualifications Required Other Desirable Criteria Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications Ability and willingness to travel as part of the role and wider organisational requirements. A commitment to continual professional development Positive attitude toward carers and committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. Knowledge of using CRM systems. ILM Level 5 or above NB: This role profile is not intended to be an exhaustive list of duties and responsibilities, but to give an indication of the main areas of activity and involvement This role profile is an outline of the key tasks and responsibilities of the post, and the post holder may be required to undertake additional duties appropriate to the pay band. The post may change over time to reflect the developing needs of the Charity and its services, as well as the personal development needs of the post holder. This post is exempt under the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions) Order 1975 and is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.
Apr 03, 2026
Full time
ROLE PROFILE: Carers Service Manager - Herefordshire Carer Links Responsible to: Director of Governance and Charitable Services Responsible for: Operational team operating across Herefordshire Location: Hybrid Home / Office Based Fred Bulmer Centre, Hereford (minimum two days in the office) Salary: £30,000 Hours of Work: Full Time 37.5 hours per week Key Purpose / WHY? The Carers Services Manager will play a vital role in leading a team to assist unpaid carers to connect with their communities and access the support they need within Herefordshire. The role will support the Herefordshire team, who deliver the what matters assessment to carers and provide bespoke, person-centered information, advice and guidance to people accessing our services. Support includes but is not limited to; one-to-one support, events and activities, as well as signposting and referring to relevant agencies for additional support helping people on their caring journey. The role will work alongside internal teams and external partners to create community connections, develop an outreach support program, linking people to community resources with a focus on preventing the need for escalation to statutory services. Key accountabilities & responsibilities 1. Service Leadership and Delivery Oversee day to day delivery of our commissioned Information, Advice and Guidance service for unpaid Carers in Herefordshire Facilitate the application, review and distribution of small grants to unpaid carers across the region as required Monitor service quality and delivery and report monthly Key Performance Indicators and quarterly monitoring reports to Local Authority Commissioners. Ensure reporting demonstrates the scale, impact, and quality of our services. Meet with commissioners to review service performance quarterly Ensure the service is visible and accessible to carers from all communities Support carer self-identification and address barriers to engagement, including those faced by underrepresented groups of carers Help raise the profile and recognition of TuVida to assist with recruitment, service-user and partner engagement and financial sustainability by contributing to social media presence and the website 2. Service Development Work collaboratively with senior colleagues, identifying opportunities for sustainable growth, and working to execute commercial opportunities, including supporting and/or leading on tendering, Bidding, and negotiating new business as well as business retention strategies and mobilisation of new business. 3. Team Management Lead and develop a team to deliver person-centered outcomes for unpaid carers across Herefordshire providing practical support and guidance as required Provide exemplary leadership and management for the team, including regular team meetings, 121 s and objective setting, caseload management, performance reviews and promoting professional development and well-being Create development plans for team members, identifying training needs and growth opportunities within the team and wider organisation Foster a collaborative team environment that promotes knowledge sharing, continuous improvement, and high-performance standards Delegate effectively while maintaining oversight of service quality and manager satisfaction Oversee recruitment and inductions of new staff Manage leave and staff absence Act as designated safeguarding lead for the team, maintaining hight standards of safeguarding practice. Support the team through the process of raising safeguards and following up on safeguarding concerns complying with internal and external agencies policies and procedures. 4. Partnership and Stakeholder Engagement Ensure the services work collaboratively with partners and community services, manage the delivery of a program of support and services that help improve the wellbeing of carers and which respond to their needs and aspirations. Lead on increasing the awareness of TuVida s services in the county, including development of marketing materials, attending events, stakeholder meetings and increasing recognition of and support available for unpaid carers. Build and maintain effective relationships with local authority, health services, and other stakeholders and third sector organisations involved in supporting carers Represent the service at multi-agency meetings and network meetings Promote awareness of carer rights and needs within the community through talks and training General As a carers services manager the post holder will be a key brand ambassador and a custodian of our values and our reputation. The post holder will lead by example in every area of their work and will work in accordance with the organisation s policies and procedures. We are an organisation led by our culture and values. Our expectation is that all employees will adhere to behaviors that demonstrate these values in everything they do and all decisions they make. No matter what role an employee holds in the organisation, we expect them to operate with compassion for our clients and for each other; to fiercely protect and promote the brand and the reputation of the organisation; and to work in a spirit of openness and trust always challenging practice or behavior that compromises the reputation or values in any way. Vision Values A society where every person who is ill or disabled and every carer can live well and enjoy life Pioneering we will continuously try new approaches and ideas, challenging the status quo. Uncompromising we will do what we say we are going to do and when we are going to do it. Compassionate we are committed to enabling people to have choice over their care and support. Person Specification Essential Experience Required Desirable Experience Required Experience of leading or managing frontline services. Experience of managing staff and/or volunteers. Experience of safeguarding responsibilities. A network of contacts within local authorities, the health sector and voluntary sector organisations in Herefordshire. Experience of working with unpaid carers or people with care/support needs. Experience of business case development and bid writing/contract tendering. Experience of managing Health & Safety risks. Knowledge of the Care Act and carers rights Essential Skills and Abilities Required Desirable Skills and Abilities Required Strong leadership and team building skills. Able to look at the bigger picture and devise plans and priorities that are clearly aligned to achieving an agreed strategy. To also contribute to decision-making and future strategy development. Ability to enact and/or manage change. Excellent communication and relationship building skills, able to communicate effectively with service users, external partners, funders and professionals. Ability to work co-operatively and effectively with colleagues across the organisation. Ability to obtain and provide insight and analysis to ensure funders fully understand the value of our services and that we are meeting contract requirements with a focus on meeting targets and demonstrating outcomes. Capacity to resolve complex and/or challenging situations with the ability to influence actions and appropriately and positively respond to constructive criticism or challenge. Ability to maintain professional boundaries, including appropriate levels of confidentiality and the requirements of GDPR. Qualifications Required Other Desirable Criteria Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications Ability and willingness to travel as part of the role and wider organisational requirements. A commitment to continual professional development Positive attitude toward carers and committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. Knowledge of using CRM systems. ILM Level 5 or above NB: This role profile is not intended to be an exhaustive list of duties and responsibilities, but to give an indication of the main areas of activity and involvement This role profile is an outline of the key tasks and responsibilities of the post, and the post holder may be required to undertake additional duties appropriate to the pay band. The post may change over time to reflect the developing needs of the Charity and its services, as well as the personal development needs of the post holder. This post is exempt under the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions) Order 1975 and is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.
Probate Lawyer Senior Associate Personal Estate Manager Salary: £40,000 - £62,500 per annum Start Date: Flexible We are open to remote, hybrid and flexible working applications. Our office is in Bristol. About Us At Kings Court Trust, we occupy a unique, privileged position. We are called upon at a sensitive time when families are going through the stages of grief, but there is an acceptance that certain realities need to be addressed. Our Purpose To support families through bereavement with expert guidance and genuine compassion, making a complex process feel manageable and human. What you'll be doing: Manage and progress a case load of mostly taxable estate administration cases. Take ownership of all technical tasks required to progress a case. Manage all client communication and correspondence. Draft interim and final estate accounts. Support the coaching, development and mentoring of junior colleagues. Collaborate across teams to ensure a seamless client experience. Contribute to continuous improvement and innovation in how we work. What we're looking for Qualifications are desirable but not essential. We are looking for individuals with some of the following experience: 5 years' experience of end-to-end estate administration and probate. STEP / TEP Qualification (or working towards). Qualified Solicitor (desirable). CILEX Qualified (desirable). The type of person you'll be: A Strong communicator - clear, empathetic, and confident. A proactive, solutions-focused individual. Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team whether in the office or working remotely. Vast experience in probate, legal services, or estate administration. A passion for making a difference in people's lives at a time when they really need you. What we can offer you We believe in rewarding great work. For this role we offer the following benefits: Up to £62,500 per annum Quarterly Bonus / Scheme 25 days plus bank holidays, increasing annually to 30 Health Cash Plan - Cash back for Dental, optical, and other treatments Employee discounts across a range of products and services Variety of salary sacrifice benefits such as tech vouchers, dental and holiday buy Company pension scheme - matching up to 5% Income protection insurance Life assurance policy Enhanced family leave (upon completion of probation) Cycle to work scheme Employee Assistance Programme Why join us: A supportive, people-first culture. Opportunities for growth and development. A chance to make a real impact during life's most challenging times. Hybrid and flexible working options to suit your needs. Where you'll be working: Our office based at Spectrum House, Bond Street, Bristol, BS1 3LG From home Hybrid Hiring process - what to expect We like to keep things clear and straightforward. Here's what you can expect: Application review - We review applications on a rolling basis and will contact you when shortlisted. Initial chat - A short call to get to know you better. There will be some element of competency here, but we aim for it to be more conversational (30mins). Interview - This is your competency-based interview with our Operations Director and Legal Services Director (up to 60mins). Task - A chance to show us how your technical competence. Feedback - We will contact you following your interview, typically within 1 week. Support - We want everyone to feel comfortable and confident throughout our hiring process. If you have a medical condition or need any adjustments, whether that's for an interview or any part of the process, please let us know. We're happy to have a conversation about how we can best support you. Ready to apply If Kings Court Trust sounds like the kind of place where you'd thrive, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now and help us shape the future of estate administration. Equality, Diversity and Inclusion At Kings Court Trust, we're committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome, respected, and able to thrive. We believe in equal opportunities for all and ensure that every hiring decision is based on merit, skills, and experience - nothing else. We're proud to foster an inclusive environment where individuality is celebrated and diverse perspectives are valued across everything we do. By applying for this role, you're sharing your information with Kings Court Trust. We take your privacy seriously. To understand how we handle your data, please read our Privacy Policy, available on our website.
Apr 03, 2026
Full time
Probate Lawyer Senior Associate Personal Estate Manager Salary: £40,000 - £62,500 per annum Start Date: Flexible We are open to remote, hybrid and flexible working applications. Our office is in Bristol. About Us At Kings Court Trust, we occupy a unique, privileged position. We are called upon at a sensitive time when families are going through the stages of grief, but there is an acceptance that certain realities need to be addressed. Our Purpose To support families through bereavement with expert guidance and genuine compassion, making a complex process feel manageable and human. What you'll be doing: Manage and progress a case load of mostly taxable estate administration cases. Take ownership of all technical tasks required to progress a case. Manage all client communication and correspondence. Draft interim and final estate accounts. Support the coaching, development and mentoring of junior colleagues. Collaborate across teams to ensure a seamless client experience. Contribute to continuous improvement and innovation in how we work. What we're looking for Qualifications are desirable but not essential. We are looking for individuals with some of the following experience: 5 years' experience of end-to-end estate administration and probate. STEP / TEP Qualification (or working towards). Qualified Solicitor (desirable). CILEX Qualified (desirable). The type of person you'll be: A Strong communicator - clear, empathetic, and confident. A proactive, solutions-focused individual. Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team whether in the office or working remotely. Vast experience in probate, legal services, or estate administration. A passion for making a difference in people's lives at a time when they really need you. What we can offer you We believe in rewarding great work. For this role we offer the following benefits: Up to £62,500 per annum Quarterly Bonus / Scheme 25 days plus bank holidays, increasing annually to 30 Health Cash Plan - Cash back for Dental, optical, and other treatments Employee discounts across a range of products and services Variety of salary sacrifice benefits such as tech vouchers, dental and holiday buy Company pension scheme - matching up to 5% Income protection insurance Life assurance policy Enhanced family leave (upon completion of probation) Cycle to work scheme Employee Assistance Programme Why join us: A supportive, people-first culture. Opportunities for growth and development. A chance to make a real impact during life's most challenging times. Hybrid and flexible working options to suit your needs. Where you'll be working: Our office based at Spectrum House, Bond Street, Bristol, BS1 3LG From home Hybrid Hiring process - what to expect We like to keep things clear and straightforward. Here's what you can expect: Application review - We review applications on a rolling basis and will contact you when shortlisted. Initial chat - A short call to get to know you better. There will be some element of competency here, but we aim for it to be more conversational (30mins). Interview - This is your competency-based interview with our Operations Director and Legal Services Director (up to 60mins). Task - A chance to show us how your technical competence. Feedback - We will contact you following your interview, typically within 1 week. Support - We want everyone to feel comfortable and confident throughout our hiring process. If you have a medical condition or need any adjustments, whether that's for an interview or any part of the process, please let us know. We're happy to have a conversation about how we can best support you. Ready to apply If Kings Court Trust sounds like the kind of place where you'd thrive, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now and help us shape the future of estate administration. Equality, Diversity and Inclusion At Kings Court Trust, we're committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome, respected, and able to thrive. We believe in equal opportunities for all and ensure that every hiring decision is based on merit, skills, and experience - nothing else. We're proud to foster an inclusive environment where individuality is celebrated and diverse perspectives are valued across everything we do. By applying for this role, you're sharing your information with Kings Court Trust. We take your privacy seriously. To understand how we handle your data, please read our Privacy Policy, available on our website.
Deputy of Inclusive Curriculum (High Needs, Project-Based Learning and 14-16 Provision) Hours; Full time (37hrs per week, all year round) Duration; Permanent Salary; £43,672 per annum plus benefits Location; Dearne Valley College, Rotherham The role of a Deputy of Inclusive Curriculum (High Needs, SEND, Project-Based and 14-16) is to lead on the delivery of a range of programmes on a specified campus, equipping our students with skills for their future through the delivery of outstanding education and training and inspire students to achieve their potential. About the Role The role of will report directly to the post of Director of Inclusive Curriculum, a new Senior Leadership position which is instrumental in shaping and driving the Group's strategy for inclusive curriculum provision, encompassing High Needs, SEND, Project-Based, and 14-16 pathways. As Deputy of Inclusive Curriculum, you will be responsible for the day-to-day management of both the provision and staff delivering on this exciting new direction for the RNN Group. As Deputy of Inclusive Curriculum, you will need to demonstrate an ability to deliver an engaging and inclusive curriculum for young people working at Entry 3 and Level 1. This role is designed to support students who have Special Education (SEN), Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, those who have been Electively Home Educated (EHE), and those with no prior qualifications or formal education experience. This role is ideal for someone with a passion for alternative and inclusive education and the ideal candidate will be creative, resilient, and student-centred, delivering hands-on, real-world learning experiences that develop employability, technical, personal and essential life skills. You will To be successful you will need to have a demonstrable track record of delivery on inclusive curriculum and additional learning support. You will be responsible for ensuring students benefit from a curriculum that meets their individual needs and supports their aspirations for skills, work and life; one that they participate fully in and prepares them well for further study, employment, or greater independence as adults. Programmes will include foundation learning, project-based, nature-based and work skills-based. You will have achieved Qualified Teacher Status or have a professional qualification in this area. You will hold a Level 2 (or equivalent) qualification in English and Maths. Department Info Your line manager will be the Director of Inclusive Curriculum. You will regularly report on your objectives to update them on a range of KPI's including (but not limited to) student recruitment, retention, anticipated achievement, incremental progress, skills development, attendance and punctuality. You will liaise with all staff that teach and support on your programme(s), monitoring performance indicators and you will provide day to day leadership, guidance and support to Lecturers & associated teaching and support staff in your teams through informal methods and regular team meetings. Our excellent benefits and rewards package: Access to teachers pensions scheme Up to 50 days annual leave per year including closure during Christmas period Access to our gyms, restaurants and salons Staff health & wellbeing and benefits schemes including in-house Occupational Health service Full, part time and flexible working hours available in many roles Parking available at all of our sites Fantastic career development opportunities including funding for teacher training, apprenticeships and various other industry recognised qualifications New FE teachers can also apply for grants of up to £6,000 in STEM subjects (conditions apply) through the levelling up premium payments initiative Recruitment Referral Scheme for all employees, worth £200 per referral made What is the RNN Group? RNN Group's main goal is to be an 'outstanding' education and training provider and this is at the heart of everything that we do. To help us achieve this we are looking to recruit highly motivated, innovative and dynamic individuals to join our existing teams. To be a part of the team at RNN Group we will expect you to be committed to our values too; We are Inclusive, We have Integrity, We Deliver, We are One Team. We are OFSTED 'Good' (November 2022) We celebrate diversity and are proud to have been recognised as Investors in Diversi
Apr 03, 2026
Full time
Deputy of Inclusive Curriculum (High Needs, Project-Based Learning and 14-16 Provision) Hours; Full time (37hrs per week, all year round) Duration; Permanent Salary; £43,672 per annum plus benefits Location; Dearne Valley College, Rotherham The role of a Deputy of Inclusive Curriculum (High Needs, SEND, Project-Based and 14-16) is to lead on the delivery of a range of programmes on a specified campus, equipping our students with skills for their future through the delivery of outstanding education and training and inspire students to achieve their potential. About the Role The role of will report directly to the post of Director of Inclusive Curriculum, a new Senior Leadership position which is instrumental in shaping and driving the Group's strategy for inclusive curriculum provision, encompassing High Needs, SEND, Project-Based, and 14-16 pathways. As Deputy of Inclusive Curriculum, you will be responsible for the day-to-day management of both the provision and staff delivering on this exciting new direction for the RNN Group. As Deputy of Inclusive Curriculum, you will need to demonstrate an ability to deliver an engaging and inclusive curriculum for young people working at Entry 3 and Level 1. This role is designed to support students who have Special Education (SEN), Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, those who have been Electively Home Educated (EHE), and those with no prior qualifications or formal education experience. This role is ideal for someone with a passion for alternative and inclusive education and the ideal candidate will be creative, resilient, and student-centred, delivering hands-on, real-world learning experiences that develop employability, technical, personal and essential life skills. You will To be successful you will need to have a demonstrable track record of delivery on inclusive curriculum and additional learning support. You will be responsible for ensuring students benefit from a curriculum that meets their individual needs and supports their aspirations for skills, work and life; one that they participate fully in and prepares them well for further study, employment, or greater independence as adults. Programmes will include foundation learning, project-based, nature-based and work skills-based. You will have achieved Qualified Teacher Status or have a professional qualification in this area. You will hold a Level 2 (or equivalent) qualification in English and Maths. Department Info Your line manager will be the Director of Inclusive Curriculum. You will regularly report on your objectives to update them on a range of KPI's including (but not limited to) student recruitment, retention, anticipated achievement, incremental progress, skills development, attendance and punctuality. You will liaise with all staff that teach and support on your programme(s), monitoring performance indicators and you will provide day to day leadership, guidance and support to Lecturers & associated teaching and support staff in your teams through informal methods and regular team meetings. Our excellent benefits and rewards package: Access to teachers pensions scheme Up to 50 days annual leave per year including closure during Christmas period Access to our gyms, restaurants and salons Staff health & wellbeing and benefits schemes including in-house Occupational Health service Full, part time and flexible working hours available in many roles Parking available at all of our sites Fantastic career development opportunities including funding for teacher training, apprenticeships and various other industry recognised qualifications New FE teachers can also apply for grants of up to £6,000 in STEM subjects (conditions apply) through the levelling up premium payments initiative Recruitment Referral Scheme for all employees, worth £200 per referral made What is the RNN Group? RNN Group's main goal is to be an 'outstanding' education and training provider and this is at the heart of everything that we do. To help us achieve this we are looking to recruit highly motivated, innovative and dynamic individuals to join our existing teams. To be a part of the team at RNN Group we will expect you to be committed to our values too; We are Inclusive, We have Integrity, We Deliver, We are One Team. We are OFSTED 'Good' (November 2022) We celebrate diversity and are proud to have been recognised as Investors in Diversi
We are seeking an Internal Audit Assistant Manager to play a pivotal role in shaping governance, risk, and control excellence across a complex, nationally significant organisation. You'll lead the planning and delivery of risk-based audits while gaining exceptional exposure to large-scale operations, major transformation activity, and critical infrastructure resilience. Client Details This organisation operates in a nationally essential, regulated space relied on by millions people, ensuring the safe and reliable delivery of vital services across the country. Having gone through some major recent change, the organisation is looking to strengthen its 3rd line function to provide concrete assurance to the audit committee and regulatory stakeholders. This is a hybrid position 2-3 days per week onsite in Warwick Description Conduct internal audits and ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations. Prepare detailed audit reports, identifying risks and areas for improvement. Collaborate with various departments to ensure effective implementation of audit recommendations. Assist in the development and enhancement of internal audit frameworks and processes. Support the team in risk assessments and control evaluations. Monitor adherence to policies and procedures within the organisation. Provide guidance and training to junior team members as required. Stay updated on changes within the energy & natural resources industry and adapt audit practices accordingly. Profile A successful Internal Audit Assistant Manager should have: Professional qualifications in accounting or auditing, such as ACA, ACCA, CIA or equivalent. Experience in internal auditing within an industry or practice environment Experience carrying out the full end-to-end internal audit process Prior experience working alongside senior stakeholders Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities. Proficiency in audit tools and software is advantageous. Job Offer Competitive salary ranging from £55,000 to £60,000 per annum Performance related bonus Progression opportunity across business areas such as projects, commercial finance, compliance, risk & controls. 28 days' holiday plus 8 statutory days Double-match pension scheme Flexible benefits programme 10x salary death-in-service benefit Hybrid working (2-3 days per week on-site, remainder from home) Free on-site gym, exercise classes, and sports clubs On-site canteen and coffee shop Free on-site parking
Apr 03, 2026
Full time
We are seeking an Internal Audit Assistant Manager to play a pivotal role in shaping governance, risk, and control excellence across a complex, nationally significant organisation. You'll lead the planning and delivery of risk-based audits while gaining exceptional exposure to large-scale operations, major transformation activity, and critical infrastructure resilience. Client Details This organisation operates in a nationally essential, regulated space relied on by millions people, ensuring the safe and reliable delivery of vital services across the country. Having gone through some major recent change, the organisation is looking to strengthen its 3rd line function to provide concrete assurance to the audit committee and regulatory stakeholders. This is a hybrid position 2-3 days per week onsite in Warwick Description Conduct internal audits and ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations. Prepare detailed audit reports, identifying risks and areas for improvement. Collaborate with various departments to ensure effective implementation of audit recommendations. Assist in the development and enhancement of internal audit frameworks and processes. Support the team in risk assessments and control evaluations. Monitor adherence to policies and procedures within the organisation. Provide guidance and training to junior team members as required. Stay updated on changes within the energy & natural resources industry and adapt audit practices accordingly. Profile A successful Internal Audit Assistant Manager should have: Professional qualifications in accounting or auditing, such as ACA, ACCA, CIA or equivalent. Experience in internal auditing within an industry or practice environment Experience carrying out the full end-to-end internal audit process Prior experience working alongside senior stakeholders Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities. Proficiency in audit tools and software is advantageous. Job Offer Competitive salary ranging from £55,000 to £60,000 per annum Performance related bonus Progression opportunity across business areas such as projects, commercial finance, compliance, risk & controls. 28 days' holiday plus 8 statutory days Double-match pension scheme Flexible benefits programme 10x salary death-in-service benefit Hybrid working (2-3 days per week on-site, remainder from home) Free on-site gym, exercise classes, and sports clubs On-site canteen and coffee shop Free on-site parking
Senior Project Manager 6 Months - Contract London (2 days a week on site) Are you a dynamic leader with a passion for driving transformational change? Do you thrive in an environment where your project management skills can shine? If so, our client is looking for you! We are seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead and motivate a talented team in delivering impactful projects that align with our mission and goals. Key Responsibilities: As a Senior Project Manager, you will: Lead and Inspire: Motivate a diverse team to achieve project goals, ensuring everyone is aligned and engaged. Deliver Excellence: Oversee programs and activities, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards while managing resources effectively. Strategize and Budget: Schedule resource assignments and determine budgets, forecasts, and operating plans to guarantee seamless service delivery. Communicate Transparently: Provide timely and accurate reporting on program status, analyze risks, and maintain effective communication with key stakeholders. Enhance Operations: Implement operational procedures to drive productivity, quality, and customer service standards, continually seeking improvement opportunities. Drive Change: Lead iterative improvements by evaluating program strengths and addressing areas for growth through collaboration and stakeholder engagement. What You Bring: To be successful in this role, you should have: Extensive experience in Agile project management practices and a proven track record in leading transformational change. Strong analytical and conceptual thinking skills, with a keen attention to detail. Proficiency in the MS Office suite and project management software. The ability to influence decisions and drive change while building and maintaining strong internal and external relationships. Excellent oral and written communication skills, with a customer-oriented mindset. Why Join Us? Our client offers a vibrant work environment where innovation and collaboration are at the heart of everything we do. You'll have the opportunity to make a significant impact within the utilities industry while working alongside passionate professionals dedicated to excellence. Perks Include: o Competitive salary and benefits package o Opportunities for professional development and growth o A supportive and inclusive workplace culture o The chance to lead projects that truly matter in your community If you are ready to take the next step in your career and lead exciting projects in the utilities sector, we want to hear from you! Apply Today! Bring your expertise, enthusiasm, and leadership to our client. Together, let's drive positive change and make a lasting impact. Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity! Join us in transforming the utilities landscape-your future awaits! Pontoon is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you. We use generative AI tools to support our candidate screening process. This helps us ensure a fair, consistent, and efficient experience for all applicants. Rest assured, all final decisions are made by our hiring team, and your application will be reviewed with care and attention.
Apr 03, 2026
Contractor
Senior Project Manager 6 Months - Contract London (2 days a week on site) Are you a dynamic leader with a passion for driving transformational change? Do you thrive in an environment where your project management skills can shine? If so, our client is looking for you! We are seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead and motivate a talented team in delivering impactful projects that align with our mission and goals. Key Responsibilities: As a Senior Project Manager, you will: Lead and Inspire: Motivate a diverse team to achieve project goals, ensuring everyone is aligned and engaged. Deliver Excellence: Oversee programs and activities, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards while managing resources effectively. Strategize and Budget: Schedule resource assignments and determine budgets, forecasts, and operating plans to guarantee seamless service delivery. Communicate Transparently: Provide timely and accurate reporting on program status, analyze risks, and maintain effective communication with key stakeholders. Enhance Operations: Implement operational procedures to drive productivity, quality, and customer service standards, continually seeking improvement opportunities. Drive Change: Lead iterative improvements by evaluating program strengths and addressing areas for growth through collaboration and stakeholder engagement. What You Bring: To be successful in this role, you should have: Extensive experience in Agile project management practices and a proven track record in leading transformational change. Strong analytical and conceptual thinking skills, with a keen attention to detail. Proficiency in the MS Office suite and project management software. The ability to influence decisions and drive change while building and maintaining strong internal and external relationships. Excellent oral and written communication skills, with a customer-oriented mindset. Why Join Us? Our client offers a vibrant work environment where innovation and collaboration are at the heart of everything we do. You'll have the opportunity to make a significant impact within the utilities industry while working alongside passionate professionals dedicated to excellence. Perks Include: o Competitive salary and benefits package o Opportunities for professional development and growth o A supportive and inclusive workplace culture o The chance to lead projects that truly matter in your community If you are ready to take the next step in your career and lead exciting projects in the utilities sector, we want to hear from you! Apply Today! Bring your expertise, enthusiasm, and leadership to our client. Together, let's drive positive change and make a lasting impact. Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity! Join us in transforming the utilities landscape-your future awaits! Pontoon is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you. We use generative AI tools to support our candidate screening process. This helps us ensure a fair, consistent, and efficient experience for all applicants. Rest assured, all final decisions are made by our hiring team, and your application will be reviewed with care and attention.
Can you turn complex commercial data into a compelling story that influences senior leaders decisions? Are you ready to shape how a fast-moving EMEA business understands its performance and where it goes next? We re looking for a Commercial Insights Manager to lead and elevate commercial reporting across the EMEA & OSP region. This is a high-impact role at the heart of commercial strategy, responsible for turning complex data into clear, compelling insights that shape senior decision-making. You ll own the narrative crafting board-level reporting, improving how performance is measured, and building scalable, best-in-class reporting processes across markets. What You ll Be Doing Lead commercial storytelling own the development of quarterly commercial updates for EMEA & OSP, translating performance data into clear, structured narratives for senior leadership, including CEO and Board-level audiences. Elevate reporting frameworks continuously review and improve reporting processes, tools, and outputs to drive efficiency, consistency, and scalability across the region. Build analytical capability design and implement robust analytical tools and methodologies that turn multiple data sources into actionable commercial insight. Drive performance insight deliver deep-dive and ad-hoc analysis to support strategic initiatives and commercial optimisation projects. Standardise best practice assess local market reporting, identify opportunities for harmonisation, and develop reporting solutions that can be scaled regionally. Partner cross-functionally work closely with commercial, finance, and other central teams to ensure alignment and relevance as business needs evolve. What You ll Bring Advanced Excel and PowerPoint capability Experience working with large, complex datasets and turning them into clear business insight Strong stakeholder management skills, with confidence influencing senior leaders Excellent attention to detail and a structured, analytical mindset Proven data storytelling skills you know how to land a message, not just present numbers Solid understanding of commercial performance and P&L dynamics Experience using Nielsen data (or similar syndicated data sources) Power BI knowledge is a plus This is a high-visibility, high-impact position for someone who wants to shape how a large, fast-moving business understands its performance and where it goes next. If you thrive at the intersection of data, strategy, and storytelling, we d love to hear from you. (url removed) The Advocate Group is a leading recruitment partner, based in the UK, to the FMCG and consumer product sectors. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age. By applying for this role, you are agreeing to our Privacy Policy, which can be found on our website. Please note that The Advocate Group is acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy.
Apr 03, 2026
Full time
Can you turn complex commercial data into a compelling story that influences senior leaders decisions? Are you ready to shape how a fast-moving EMEA business understands its performance and where it goes next? We re looking for a Commercial Insights Manager to lead and elevate commercial reporting across the EMEA & OSP region. This is a high-impact role at the heart of commercial strategy, responsible for turning complex data into clear, compelling insights that shape senior decision-making. You ll own the narrative crafting board-level reporting, improving how performance is measured, and building scalable, best-in-class reporting processes across markets. What You ll Be Doing Lead commercial storytelling own the development of quarterly commercial updates for EMEA & OSP, translating performance data into clear, structured narratives for senior leadership, including CEO and Board-level audiences. Elevate reporting frameworks continuously review and improve reporting processes, tools, and outputs to drive efficiency, consistency, and scalability across the region. Build analytical capability design and implement robust analytical tools and methodologies that turn multiple data sources into actionable commercial insight. Drive performance insight deliver deep-dive and ad-hoc analysis to support strategic initiatives and commercial optimisation projects. Standardise best practice assess local market reporting, identify opportunities for harmonisation, and develop reporting solutions that can be scaled regionally. Partner cross-functionally work closely with commercial, finance, and other central teams to ensure alignment and relevance as business needs evolve. What You ll Bring Advanced Excel and PowerPoint capability Experience working with large, complex datasets and turning them into clear business insight Strong stakeholder management skills, with confidence influencing senior leaders Excellent attention to detail and a structured, analytical mindset Proven data storytelling skills you know how to land a message, not just present numbers Solid understanding of commercial performance and P&L dynamics Experience using Nielsen data (or similar syndicated data sources) Power BI knowledge is a plus This is a high-visibility, high-impact position for someone who wants to shape how a large, fast-moving business understands its performance and where it goes next. If you thrive at the intersection of data, strategy, and storytelling, we d love to hear from you. (url removed) The Advocate Group is a leading recruitment partner, based in the UK, to the FMCG and consumer product sectors. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age. By applying for this role, you are agreeing to our Privacy Policy, which can be found on our website. Please note that The Advocate Group is acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy.
The Head of Public Fundraising will lead the design and delivery of a mass audience fundraising strategy for The Children s Trust. Taking a supporter centred approach, the postholder will lead a team of individual giving and relationship fundraisers to generate income through the strategic and long-term engagement of new and existing supporters. The role will include setting and delivering income and expenditure budgets across individual giving, legacy, events, community and partnerships income streams as well as evaluating new opportunities for voluntary income growth. The postholder will play a key part within the Fundraising, Retail and Communications directorate and champion fundraising across the organisation. This role is not open to sponsorship. Staff benefits include shuttle bus, and more Read more below. Role Requirements Develop, implement and monitor a fundraising strategy across all public fundraising areas aligned to the voluntary income strategy. Working with the Director of Fundraising and Communications, set income and expenditure budgets, agreeing activities and initiatives to deliver these budgets ensuring. cost control regular forecasting and taking corrective action to achieve budgets. Establishing and monitoring KPIs and quality standards for the Public Fundraising team Review and build on The Children s Trust supporter journey, ensuring that all supporter relationships are strengthened and that donors are engaged on many levels. Review and revise The Children s Trust case for support, working with the Head of High Value Philanthropy to develop appeals and/or products relevant for different audiences. Using a donor centred approach, explore opportunities to maximise income growth and long-term relationship development. Work with Senior Events and Partnerships Manager and Senior Individual Giving Manager to strengthen relationships and cross-team working within the Public Fundraising team with a view to maximising supporter engagement and fundraising opportunities. Lead the team to create a supporter-focussed plan to refine assumptions around product offerings and audience needs. Using CRM principles, work with senior managers to optimise acquisition planning, and channels and campaigns within agreed budgets. Build and strengthen internal relationships across the organisation to co-produce fundraising propositions and ensure that budget relieving, organisational priorities are at the centre of all fundraising relationships. Work with Heads across the Fundraising, Retail and Communications Directorate to manage relationships, scope of work and overall budgets when commissioning external data analytics, creative and media agencies. Interview Date: 1st Stage - w/c 27th April 2026 2nd Stage - w/c 4th May 2026 PLEASE READ CAREFULLY How to Apply Terms and Conditions PLEASE NOTE: The Children's Trust Application Form MUST be completed and submitted, for your application to be considered. As part of the shortlisting process, gaps in employment will be examined and further explored during the interview process. Strictly no agencies, please. As we often receive high levels of applicants for our roles, we regret that we will only be able to contact those applicants who are shortlisted for interviews. Therefore, if you have not heard from us within 2 weeks of the closing date, please assume you have not been shortlisted for an interview on this occasion. About Us The Children s Trust is the UK s leading charity for children with acquired brain injury, providing expert rehabilitation, education, therapy, and care at our national specialist centre in Tadworth, and to children and their families across the UK, via our Brain Injury Community Service. Boasting a beautiful 24-acre site in Surrey, we are located just outside of London, close to the M25 (accessible via Junction 8, A217 to Tadworth) and easily accessible via National Rail, by way of: Clapham Junction, Sutton, and Epsom. Staff Benefits The work we do is highly rewarding, and in addition to an attractive salary, we offer a valuable range of benefits, including our staff flexible benefits platform, on-site nursery, free eye tests, enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay, time out days for those experiencing menopause symptoms and time off for gender reassignment. We also offer additional annual leave days for those with long service, with entitlements ranging from 35 to 41 days (including bank holidays) depending on your length of service. Other benefits include free on-site parking; a staff shuttle service from Epsom and Sutton train stations to Tadworth Court, subsidised cafeteria, on-site staff accommodation (subject to availability), the ability to retain your NHS pension (where applicable), Teacher s pension (where applicable) or the opportunity to join an alternative scheme, and the opportunity to develop your career in a supportive and collaborative environment. Rehabilitation of Offenders Many roles at The Children s Trust are exempt from the provisions of Section 4 (2) of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, by virtue of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013 and 2020) and as such, are subject to an Enhanced DBS check. Successful applicants will be required to complete an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check, which will disclose all unspent convictions and adult cautions and any spent convictions or adult cautions that would not be protected. The exceptions to this are our retail roles within The Children s Trust shops, which are subject to Basic DBS checks which will disclose unspent convictions or adult cautions. Equal Opportunity Employer To help us achieve our ambition to give children and young people with brain injury and neurodisability the opportunity to live the best life possible, we want to accurately reflect the UK s diverse population. We want equity, diversity, and inclusion to be at the heart of everything we do, and our people, services, and culture to reflect the diverse needs of all. Through our diversity and inclusion strategy, we have made a commitment to increase the diversity of our charity and create an inclusive culture. We have networks across the organisation working to ensure that these aims are met - including an LGBTQIA2S+ group, Ethnic Diversity Group, and Spark our broad EDI group. Read more about our EDI work here. We welcome applications from all who share our ambition regardless of background. We will strive to ensure that any reasonable adjustments are made in respect of interview and working arrangements. Online Searches In accordance with statutory safeguarding and child protection guidance, online searches will be conducted for shortlisted candidates before interview. The online searches will be conducted by a person who is independent of the interview and selection process and will focus on relevant information returned via searches of the candidate s name (and variations thereof). Social media searches will be limited to professional platforms such as LinkedIn. Any concerns relating to suitability for work with children and young people will be forwarded to the interview panel, for discussion during the interview.
Apr 03, 2026
Full time
The Head of Public Fundraising will lead the design and delivery of a mass audience fundraising strategy for The Children s Trust. Taking a supporter centred approach, the postholder will lead a team of individual giving and relationship fundraisers to generate income through the strategic and long-term engagement of new and existing supporters. The role will include setting and delivering income and expenditure budgets across individual giving, legacy, events, community and partnerships income streams as well as evaluating new opportunities for voluntary income growth. The postholder will play a key part within the Fundraising, Retail and Communications directorate and champion fundraising across the organisation. This role is not open to sponsorship. Staff benefits include shuttle bus, and more Read more below. Role Requirements Develop, implement and monitor a fundraising strategy across all public fundraising areas aligned to the voluntary income strategy. Working with the Director of Fundraising and Communications, set income and expenditure budgets, agreeing activities and initiatives to deliver these budgets ensuring. cost control regular forecasting and taking corrective action to achieve budgets. Establishing and monitoring KPIs and quality standards for the Public Fundraising team Review and build on The Children s Trust supporter journey, ensuring that all supporter relationships are strengthened and that donors are engaged on many levels. Review and revise The Children s Trust case for support, working with the Head of High Value Philanthropy to develop appeals and/or products relevant for different audiences. Using a donor centred approach, explore opportunities to maximise income growth and long-term relationship development. Work with Senior Events and Partnerships Manager and Senior Individual Giving Manager to strengthen relationships and cross-team working within the Public Fundraising team with a view to maximising supporter engagement and fundraising opportunities. Lead the team to create a supporter-focussed plan to refine assumptions around product offerings and audience needs. Using CRM principles, work with senior managers to optimise acquisition planning, and channels and campaigns within agreed budgets. Build and strengthen internal relationships across the organisation to co-produce fundraising propositions and ensure that budget relieving, organisational priorities are at the centre of all fundraising relationships. Work with Heads across the Fundraising, Retail and Communications Directorate to manage relationships, scope of work and overall budgets when commissioning external data analytics, creative and media agencies. Interview Date: 1st Stage - w/c 27th April 2026 2nd Stage - w/c 4th May 2026 PLEASE READ CAREFULLY How to Apply Terms and Conditions PLEASE NOTE: The Children's Trust Application Form MUST be completed and submitted, for your application to be considered. As part of the shortlisting process, gaps in employment will be examined and further explored during the interview process. Strictly no agencies, please. As we often receive high levels of applicants for our roles, we regret that we will only be able to contact those applicants who are shortlisted for interviews. Therefore, if you have not heard from us within 2 weeks of the closing date, please assume you have not been shortlisted for an interview on this occasion. About Us The Children s Trust is the UK s leading charity for children with acquired brain injury, providing expert rehabilitation, education, therapy, and care at our national specialist centre in Tadworth, and to children and their families across the UK, via our Brain Injury Community Service. Boasting a beautiful 24-acre site in Surrey, we are located just outside of London, close to the M25 (accessible via Junction 8, A217 to Tadworth) and easily accessible via National Rail, by way of: Clapham Junction, Sutton, and Epsom. Staff Benefits The work we do is highly rewarding, and in addition to an attractive salary, we offer a valuable range of benefits, including our staff flexible benefits platform, on-site nursery, free eye tests, enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay, time out days for those experiencing menopause symptoms and time off for gender reassignment. We also offer additional annual leave days for those with long service, with entitlements ranging from 35 to 41 days (including bank holidays) depending on your length of service. Other benefits include free on-site parking; a staff shuttle service from Epsom and Sutton train stations to Tadworth Court, subsidised cafeteria, on-site staff accommodation (subject to availability), the ability to retain your NHS pension (where applicable), Teacher s pension (where applicable) or the opportunity to join an alternative scheme, and the opportunity to develop your career in a supportive and collaborative environment. Rehabilitation of Offenders Many roles at The Children s Trust are exempt from the provisions of Section 4 (2) of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, by virtue of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013 and 2020) and as such, are subject to an Enhanced DBS check. Successful applicants will be required to complete an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check, which will disclose all unspent convictions and adult cautions and any spent convictions or adult cautions that would not be protected. The exceptions to this are our retail roles within The Children s Trust shops, which are subject to Basic DBS checks which will disclose unspent convictions or adult cautions. Equal Opportunity Employer To help us achieve our ambition to give children and young people with brain injury and neurodisability the opportunity to live the best life possible, we want to accurately reflect the UK s diverse population. We want equity, diversity, and inclusion to be at the heart of everything we do, and our people, services, and culture to reflect the diverse needs of all. Through our diversity and inclusion strategy, we have made a commitment to increase the diversity of our charity and create an inclusive culture. We have networks across the organisation working to ensure that these aims are met - including an LGBTQIA2S+ group, Ethnic Diversity Group, and Spark our broad EDI group. Read more about our EDI work here. We welcome applications from all who share our ambition regardless of background. We will strive to ensure that any reasonable adjustments are made in respect of interview and working arrangements. Online Searches In accordance with statutory safeguarding and child protection guidance, online searches will be conducted for shortlisted candidates before interview. The online searches will be conducted by a person who is independent of the interview and selection process and will focus on relevant information returned via searches of the candidate s name (and variations thereof). Social media searches will be limited to professional platforms such as LinkedIn. Any concerns relating to suitability for work with children and young people will be forwarded to the interview panel, for discussion during the interview.
Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited
Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands
Your new company You will be joining a large multi-site organisation operating in a fast-moving environment where strong financial oversight is essential. The business continues to evolve across its network, and the finance team plays a key role in providing accurate reporting, analysis and support to operational leaders. Your new role In this role, you will partner with stakeholders across the business to deliver clear financial insight and support decision-making. You will manage budgeting and forecasting cycles, analyse financial performance, and help the organisation understand key drivers of results. You will assess business cases, review profitability, identify opportunities for improvement, and contribute to the ongoing development of financial reporting and planning processes. What you'll need to succeed To be successful, you will be a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) with experience in commercial finance, FP&A or business partnering. You should be confident working with financial data, able to present information clearly, and comfortable challenging assumptions where required. Strong Excel or modelling skills are important, and experience in a multi-site or fast-paced organisation would be advantageous. What you'll get in return You will receive a competitive salary and benefits package, with access to hybrid working . The role offers the opportunity to develop within a large organisation, gain exposure to senior stakeholders, and build experience across a range of operational areas. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
Apr 03, 2026
Full time
Your new company You will be joining a large multi-site organisation operating in a fast-moving environment where strong financial oversight is essential. The business continues to evolve across its network, and the finance team plays a key role in providing accurate reporting, analysis and support to operational leaders. Your new role In this role, you will partner with stakeholders across the business to deliver clear financial insight and support decision-making. You will manage budgeting and forecasting cycles, analyse financial performance, and help the organisation understand key drivers of results. You will assess business cases, review profitability, identify opportunities for improvement, and contribute to the ongoing development of financial reporting and planning processes. What you'll need to succeed To be successful, you will be a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) with experience in commercial finance, FP&A or business partnering. You should be confident working with financial data, able to present information clearly, and comfortable challenging assumptions where required. Strong Excel or modelling skills are important, and experience in a multi-site or fast-paced organisation would be advantageous. What you'll get in return You will receive a competitive salary and benefits package, with access to hybrid working . The role offers the opportunity to develop within a large organisation, gain exposure to senior stakeholders, and build experience across a range of operational areas. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
Job Description Partnership Manager National Composite Centre Full time Bristol Why join Rolls-Royce? At Rolls-Royce we are proud to be a business that has truly helped to shape the modern world and are committed to always being a force for progress; powering, protecting and connecting people everywhere. By joining Rolls-Royce, you'll have the opportunity to work on world-class solutions, supported by a culture that believes individuality is our greatest strength, and all perspectives, experiences and backgrounds help us innovate and enable our high-performance culture. What you will be doing You'll be responsible for the successful delivery of all the RR funded programmes of work at the research centre, through working with both the centre's staff and RR business teams. Ensure, with the support of the respective GPO's and wider business stakeholders, that the technical direction of the research at the centre aligns to our own. You will lead improvement activities to improve the safe, secure, timely, and cost-effective delivery of high-quality research, for Rolls-Royce, at the centre. Represent and communicate the views of Rolls-Royce at centre and take a leadership role in broadening, growing and maintaining our portfolio of work. On occasion lead specific projects/activities either at the centre or on behalf of Manufacturing Technology. Responsibilities Governance - Represent the company on the relevant technical / operational committees. Ensure that our membership fees are spent wisely. Through the quality system raise concerns and opportunities for improvement and drive close out. Pull together senior RR stakeholders and the centres leadership to align thinking on a regular basis. Successful Projects - Ensure that projects are well defined, planned correctly, technically appropriate and, once running, that the joint teams operate in a fashion that deliver solutions that add value. Technical Alignment - Through partnership with the appropriate RR specialists, put in place, at the centre, joint roadmaps and associated core research projects to expand our technical knowledge. In addition, influence equipment selection at the centre and resource capability. Strategic Fit - Proactively engage in the development of the centre and look for opportunities to marry current and emergent capability to requirements from across the business. Continuous Improvement - Help to develop network wide improvement solutions and centre specific activities to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the work we do. Safe and Secure - Work with the centre to enable RR personnel to carry out work in an environment that is compliant with our corporate health and safety guidance. In addition, continuously review and fix, if required, systems and processes to secure our intellectual property. Project Leadership - On behalf of Manufacturing Technology or a new/remote business personally lead specific projects, either within the centre or occasionally beyond, these can be technical or strategic in nature. Communication and Marketing - Project the company and our interests with the employees of the centre, other members, funding agencies and other associated entities e.g. Universities. Represent the company in respect to VIP visits to the centre. Manage communications on behalf of the company, working with corporate comms and government relations to ensure content is correct. Who we're looking for: At Rolls-Royce we put safety first, do the right thing, keep it simple and make a difference. These principles form the behaviours that guide us and are an essential component of our assessment process. They are the fundamental qualities that we seek for all roles. Professionally qualified Engineer (UK minimum BEng degree or another national equivalent) Knowledge of legal, contracts, collaboration agreements and IP management Organised and demonstrated ability to create and manage projects from inception through execution Ability to build strong partnerships with internal and external customers and key stakeholders Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communications skills Understanding of funding mechanisms and contacts in the funding agencies Perseverance and ability to work independently to identify, prioritize and act upon emerging issues Our vision is to ensure that the excellence and ingenuity that shaped our history continues into our future. Our multi-year transformation programme aims to turn Rolls-Royce into a high-performing, competitive, resilient and growing company. Join us, and it can be your future vision too. Rolls-Royce are committed to being a respectful, inclusive, and non-discriminatory workplace where individuality is valued, diverse perspectives fuel innovation, and everyone can thrive. Closing date: 2nd April 2026 As part of our selection process, candidates in certain locations may be asked to complete an online assessment, which can include cognitive and behavioural aptitude testing relevant to the role. If required, full instructions for the next steps will be provided. Job Category Manufacturing Engineering Posting Date 19 Mar 2026; 00:03 Posting End Date 02 Apr 2026PandoLogic.
Apr 03, 2026
Full time
Job Description Partnership Manager National Composite Centre Full time Bristol Why join Rolls-Royce? At Rolls-Royce we are proud to be a business that has truly helped to shape the modern world and are committed to always being a force for progress; powering, protecting and connecting people everywhere. By joining Rolls-Royce, you'll have the opportunity to work on world-class solutions, supported by a culture that believes individuality is our greatest strength, and all perspectives, experiences and backgrounds help us innovate and enable our high-performance culture. What you will be doing You'll be responsible for the successful delivery of all the RR funded programmes of work at the research centre, through working with both the centre's staff and RR business teams. Ensure, with the support of the respective GPO's and wider business stakeholders, that the technical direction of the research at the centre aligns to our own. You will lead improvement activities to improve the safe, secure, timely, and cost-effective delivery of high-quality research, for Rolls-Royce, at the centre. Represent and communicate the views of Rolls-Royce at centre and take a leadership role in broadening, growing and maintaining our portfolio of work. On occasion lead specific projects/activities either at the centre or on behalf of Manufacturing Technology. Responsibilities Governance - Represent the company on the relevant technical / operational committees. Ensure that our membership fees are spent wisely. Through the quality system raise concerns and opportunities for improvement and drive close out. Pull together senior RR stakeholders and the centres leadership to align thinking on a regular basis. Successful Projects - Ensure that projects are well defined, planned correctly, technically appropriate and, once running, that the joint teams operate in a fashion that deliver solutions that add value. Technical Alignment - Through partnership with the appropriate RR specialists, put in place, at the centre, joint roadmaps and associated core research projects to expand our technical knowledge. In addition, influence equipment selection at the centre and resource capability. Strategic Fit - Proactively engage in the development of the centre and look for opportunities to marry current and emergent capability to requirements from across the business. Continuous Improvement - Help to develop network wide improvement solutions and centre specific activities to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the work we do. Safe and Secure - Work with the centre to enable RR personnel to carry out work in an environment that is compliant with our corporate health and safety guidance. In addition, continuously review and fix, if required, systems and processes to secure our intellectual property. Project Leadership - On behalf of Manufacturing Technology or a new/remote business personally lead specific projects, either within the centre or occasionally beyond, these can be technical or strategic in nature. Communication and Marketing - Project the company and our interests with the employees of the centre, other members, funding agencies and other associated entities e.g. Universities. Represent the company in respect to VIP visits to the centre. Manage communications on behalf of the company, working with corporate comms and government relations to ensure content is correct. Who we're looking for: At Rolls-Royce we put safety first, do the right thing, keep it simple and make a difference. These principles form the behaviours that guide us and are an essential component of our assessment process. They are the fundamental qualities that we seek for all roles. Professionally qualified Engineer (UK minimum BEng degree or another national equivalent) Knowledge of legal, contracts, collaboration agreements and IP management Organised and demonstrated ability to create and manage projects from inception through execution Ability to build strong partnerships with internal and external customers and key stakeholders Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communications skills Understanding of funding mechanisms and contacts in the funding agencies Perseverance and ability to work independently to identify, prioritize and act upon emerging issues Our vision is to ensure that the excellence and ingenuity that shaped our history continues into our future. Our multi-year transformation programme aims to turn Rolls-Royce into a high-performing, competitive, resilient and growing company. Join us, and it can be your future vision too. Rolls-Royce are committed to being a respectful, inclusive, and non-discriminatory workplace where individuality is valued, diverse perspectives fuel innovation, and everyone can thrive. Closing date: 2nd April 2026 As part of our selection process, candidates in certain locations may be asked to complete an online assessment, which can include cognitive and behavioural aptitude testing relevant to the role. If required, full instructions for the next steps will be provided. Job Category Manufacturing Engineering Posting Date 19 Mar 2026; 00:03 Posting End Date 02 Apr 2026PandoLogic.
Senior Site Reliability Engineer (SRE) UK Remote Permanent Up to £120,000 Fully Remote (UK Only) This Is NOT a DevOps Role Real SRE Work Only Were looking for a true Senior Site Reliability Engineer with deep incident management experience, strong operational ownership, and expert Linux/AWS troubleshooting skills. This role is focused entirely on reliability, availability, incident response, click apply for full job details
Apr 03, 2026
Full time
Senior Site Reliability Engineer (SRE) UK Remote Permanent Up to £120,000 Fully Remote (UK Only) This Is NOT a DevOps Role Real SRE Work Only Were looking for a true Senior Site Reliability Engineer with deep incident management experience, strong operational ownership, and expert Linux/AWS troubleshooting skills. This role is focused entirely on reliability, availability, incident response, click apply for full job details