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Office Manager About the Company Our client is an established and award-winning consultancy company offering bespoke design and management consulting services to a small portfolio of longstanding private sector clients. Their success has been based on building long-term partnerships with their clients, and they work hard to understand them to ensure that their services dovetail with their needs often working as an extension to their internal teams. This has resulted in them securing long term commissions, many of which are of regional and national significance in their field. Our client s practice offers a full range of landscape architectural, ecological and strategic management services across the UK and Ireland. They lead design teams and contribute landscape and environmental services inputs to teams led by others, working on large scale projects. Known for delivering expert service and attention to detail, they respond on every project with bespoke support. Their clients benefit from Director-led services, with hands-on Director involvement at every stage in all their projects, assuring design excellence and the highest quality outputs, delivered within budget and on time. About the Role Our client is experiencing considerable growth, and this is a new role, responding to an expanded organisation and growing workload for the Directors and key clients. The Office and Operations Manager will play a key role in their team. Reporting to the Managing Director, you will work closely together across a range of commissioned projects, leading the administrative and office team. Your role will be central to activity and output across the business, and you ll operate in a prominent client-facing position, co-ordinating a wide range of projects, as well as supporting the day-to-day running and administration of a very busy office. You ll provide efficient and dynamic support to the Managing Director, working hand-in-glove to respond to business needs, including co-ordinating aspects of business finance working with their accounts team, sub-contractor management, programme management and workload co-ordination for technical specialists within their team. You will take responsibility for ensuring the smooth operation of the business, with calm and collected leadership and bringing a positive, supportive approach to enable and empower team members. You ll get involved in key projects across the UK and Ireland, travelling to support client needs when needed and take the lead on key projects, such as event planning or supporting new team projects. About You This is a wonderful opportunity for someone who is highly organised, likes a very varied and dynamic workload and can calmly and supportively empower others to be their very best. You ll be skilled in motivating and organising others, be highly detail oriented and keen to secure a role that is challenging whilst providing considerable autonomy. The role is hands-on, is extremely varied and will suit someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and is confident with a range of current technologies. You will take great pride in delivering high quality work and working with others to enable them to achieve the very best too. You ll possess excellent communications skills and possess the ability to remain calm and reliable under pressure even when juggling a variety of competing demands. They are a small team, and they all work across different project areas to support each other when needed. You ll be keen to work in this way, and enjoy working as part of a flexible, mutually supportive team. Essential Criteria Skills and Experience: Exceptional organisational skills and ability to anticipate needs, prioritise and plan work effectively. Technologically competent highly proficient in all aspects of the Microsoft Office Suite, ideally skilled with Salesforce and Adobe Creative Suite experience. You ll have the aptitude to develop your skills on new packages too, as needed. Budget management and cost-conscious working, relating to office-wide cost control and business planning. Skilled in research and technical appraisal you ll bring experience of co-ordinating technical and multidisciplinary meetings and preparing briefing papers. Demonstrable track record of successful office and administrative operations management, development and leadership of office systems, procurement and all aspects of administration. An effective communicator able to communicate messages clearly to a range of audiences at all levels, both verbally and in writing. Able to maintain a high degree of confidentiality at all times. An effective, calm, positive and reliable team player. Able to work confidently with senior leaders and influencers. Takes responsibility and ownership for projects, thinking about and acting on what is needed ahead of time. Adaptable and flexible able to respond proactively to the changing needs of a busy team with a diverse workload.

An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Ecologist to play a central role in establishing and growing a brand-new ecology hub in Milton Keynes. This is not simply another senior post - it's a genuine opportunity to help build and shape a regional presence from the ground up. As a founding member of the new office, you will have meaningful influence over how the ecology function develops - from technical standards and team culture to client relationships and strategic direction. You'll help recruit and mentor a growing team, while delivering high-quality ecological input across a diverse and design-led project portfolio nationwide. You will be embedded within a genuinely multidisciplinary environment, working closely with ecologists, landscape architects and arboriculturists to deliver integrated, sustainable solutions. Projects are thoughtful, forward-thinking and varied - offering the chance to influence outcomes from early concept through planning and delivery, ensuring tangible benefits for biodiversity, communities and place. Why this opportunity stands out; A pivotal leadership role within a newly established and expanding Milton Keynes office The autonomy to shape and grow an ecology team your way Early involvement in projects, influencing design and strategy from inception A collaborative, design-focused culture where ecology is valued and embedded Clear progression opportunities as the office and wider business continue to grow A supportive and ambitious leadership team invested in long-term development Flexible working and a strong emphasis on work-life balance Competitive salary and benefits package reflective of seniority and impact About you; An experienced ecologist ready to step into a highly influential position Strong project management skills with confidence leading surveys, reporting and client liaison Comfortable mentoring junior colleagues and helping shape team growth Commercially aware, with the ability to support business development Passionate about delivering high-quality ecological work within an integrated design framework Motivated by leadership, responsibility and the excitement of building something new This role is ideal for someone who wants more than business as usual - someone excited by responsibility, collaboration and the opportunity to shape something from the outset. If the idea of building a team, influencing meaningful projects and growing alongside an ambitious new office appeals to you, this is an opportunity not to miss. Please apply today or contact Ashleigh Garner at Penguin Recruitment for more information.

Exciting Opportunity: Data Engineer Our Client, a leading organisation in the data and technology sector, is seeking a talented Data Engineer to join their dynamic team. Known for fostering an innovative and collaborative environment, our Client is dedicated to advancing data-driven solutions within the regulatory landscape. They promote a culture of continuous learning, agility, and excellence, making it an inspiring place to develop your career. Role Overview This pivotal role is a response to strategic growth and the ongoing digital transformation within our Client. As a Data Engineer, you will be at the forefront of designing and implementing high-quality data solutions that significantly impact decision-making processes. Your expertise will help shape the future of data management and analytics, underpinning critical initiatives in a fast-paced, technology-enabled environment. Key Responsibilities Lead technical designs for scalable data platforms within an AWS Cloud environment, guiding the implementation of robust solutions. Provide expert advice on architecture to ensure data solutions meet business needs and comply with regulatory standards. Review deliverables from various teams, ensuring adherence to best practices such as CI/CD, automated testing, and high-quality coding standards. Identify opportunities for product enhancements, proposing innovative solutions that deliver measurable benefits. Collaborate with senior professionals, stakeholders, and third-party providers to facilitate technology change and promote a data-centric approach. Foster a culture of agility, continuous improvement, and rapid delivery by applying modern engineering practices. Essential Skills & Experience Extensive experience designing and developing end-to-end ETL pipelines on AWS and Cloudera data lake environments, supporting high-volume data ingestion with secure, scalable architectures. Proven track record delivering enterprise data solutions using tools such as Talend ETL, Python, and PySpark. Strong understanding of big data technologies, data governance, security, and compliance frameworks. Demonstrated ability to work effectively across diverse teams and manage complex integrations. Passionate about innovation with a focus on enhancing performance, reliability, and operational efficiency in data engineering. Desirable Skills & Experience Prior experience with DataOps practices and automated testing approaches such as TDD and BDD. Familiarity with additional data processing tools and cloud services. Knowledge of regulatory requirements specific to data handling within a regulated environment. Application Process If you possess the skills and experience outlined above and are eager to make a meaningful impact within a forward-thinking organisation, we encourage you to apply. Please submit your CV today to be considered for this exciting opportunity to contribute to transformative data initiatives.

Vacancy job title: Contact Centre Domain Specialist Start Date: ASAP End Date/Duration: 6 months initially - 3 months rolling Location: London (hybrid) Job description We're looking for a Contact Centre domain specialist to work alongside a Business Lead to build a strategy pack that tells the narrative of what a future Contact Centre should look like for our retail client, focusing on capability shifts, business outcomes, and selected technology strategy considerations. Objectives Create a clear, compelling future-state narrative for a Contact Centre, aligned to measurable business outcomes. Define the capability changes required (people, process, data, operating model, tooling) to realise that future state. Produce an executive-ready strategy pack suitable for senior forums and decision-making (eg, Strategy/Architecture governance). Key responsibilities Partner with the Business Lead to shape the storyline, problem statement, and "North Star" target state for Contact Centre. Assess current Contact Centre capabilities vs. future needs; identify capability gaps and shifts required to deliver outcomes. Facilitate workshops/interviews with stakeholders to gather input and validate direction (business, operations, digital, data, technology). Define business outcomes and success measures (eg, customer experience, cost-to-serve, agent productivity, quality, resilience). Provide "just enough" technology strategy considerations to make the future state actionable (eg, platform patterns, data/AI opportunities, integration/knowledge, vendor considerations) without turning this into a solution design. Produce structured content that is consistent with existing strategy packs (context, scope, outcomes, dependencies, risks, next steps). Deliverables Future Contact Centre narrative (where we are, why change, what "good" looks like, how we get there). Capability model/capability shifts (current vs. target, gaps, priorities). Outcome framework with indicative metrics and measurement approach. Strategic options & recommendations (2-3 options with trade-offs, plus recommended path). Roadmap (high-level) with sequencing, dependencies, and key decisions required. Risks, issues, assumptions, dependencies and proposed mitigations. Executive-ready strategy pack (PowerPoint) and supporting notes (Word) if needed. Required experience Deep expertise in Contact Centre operations and transformation (eg, omni-channel service, workforce management, quality, knowledge, case management, customer journeys). Proven track record producing strategy packs/target state narratives for senior stakeholders. Strong capability-based thinking: linking capability shifts - business outcomes. Comfortable working in ambiguous, fast-moving environments and shaping structure from scratch. Desired skills/knowledge Business architecture (capability mapping, value streams, operating model design). Working knowledge of Contact Centre technology landscape (eg, CCaaS (Contact Centre as a Service), CRM (Customer Relationship Management), knowledge management, analytics, automation, AI-assisted service) to inform strategy considerations. Stakeholder management and facilitation (workshops, interviews, synthesis). Strong writing and storyboarding skills (executive narrative, crisp slides). Bringing industry wide experience and trends for Contact Centres. Ways of working/reporting Contractor will work day-to-day with a nominated Business Lead, collaborating with relevant product/technology stakeholders as needed. Output-oriented engagement: emphasis on producing an agreed strategy pack and decision-ready narrative. What we'll assess Evidence of Contact Centre strategy delivery (examples of packs, artefacts, or programmes shaped). Ability to link capability changes to measurable outcomes. Structured thinking: scope, dependencies, risks, sequencing. Executive communication and storytelling quality.

Head of Data Management & Reporting Permanent, Full Time £77,258 - £90,892 per annum Location: Chelmsford Working Style: Anywhere worker Ref: 22158 We're recruiting an experienced and forward thinking leader to take on the role of Head of Data Management and Reporting. This is a high impact position at the centre of how the Council uses data to shape strategy, improve services, and deliver better outcomes for communities across Essex. In this strategically important role, you will lead the development of a modern, reliable, and high quality data environment that supports confident, evidence based decision making at every level of the organisation. We are seeking someone with proven experience working within data teams and modern data platforms, and who is confident navigating future organisational and technical challenges, including those arising from Local Government Reorganisation (LGR). You will set the direction for data governance, reporting standards, and engineering capability, ensuring that insight is accurate, accessible, and aligned to the Council's priorities. You will head a talented team of data engineers, analysts, and reporting specialists, creating a culture that values quality, innovation, and continuous improvement. Working collaboratively across the organisation, you will drive the delivery of scalable data platforms and reporting solutions that enable greater automation, improved efficiency, and enhanced analytical capability. This role requires a leader who can balance strategic vision with operational rigour. You will ensure data is managed responsibly and securely, maintaining full compliance with legal and regulatory standards while enabling the organisation to make better use of its data assets. Your leadership will directly contribute to Essex County Council's (ECC's) ambition to be a modern, data driven, digitally enabled council. For an accomplished data leader, this is a significant opportunity to influence change at scale, shape the future of ECC's data landscape, and support services that make a tangible difference to the lives of residents. To read more about our business area, please visit: Policy, Economy, Investment and Property Interviews are expected to take place for this role towards the end of April 2026 / beginning of May 2026 at County Hall, Chelmsford. Accountabilities In this role, you will provide strategic leadership to translate organisational priorities into effective, future-focused data and service delivery. You will work collaboratively across ECC and with external partners, maintaining strong relationships that support long-term planning and high-quality outcomes. Using evidence-based insight, you will identify and deliver improvements, implement innovative and commercially minded solutions, and ensure digital technologies are effectively used to enhance performance and customer experience. You will lead the development, governance, and optimisation of ECC's enterprise data architecture, ensuring secure, scalable and interoperable data systems, high-quality core datasets, and robust reporting capabilities that enable data-driven decision-making. You will champion self-service analytics, oversee advanced visualisation and reporting products, and drive automation to improve efficiency. As a senior leader, you will manage and develop a high-performing data and reporting team, promote equality and diversity in decision-making, ensure compliance with legislation and data standards, and maintain exemplary customer interactions. Targets and objectives will be set annually in line with the performance management framework. The Experience You Will Bring Educated to degree level in a relevant discipline (e.g., Data Engineering, Computer Science, Information Management, Business Intelligence, or a related field), or equivalent professional experience demonstrating deep expertise in enterprise data management and reporting. Evidence of sustained continuing professional development in data architecture, engineering, analytics, or business intelligence. Membership of a relevant professional body (e.g. British Computer Society, DAMA International, Chartered Institute for IT, or equivalent) is highly desirable, demonstrating commitment to professional standards and ethical data practice. Extensive experience in designing and managing scalable data architectures, including data warehouses, lakes, and integration platforms. Proven ability to align technical infrastructure with business needs and future growth. Strong track record in leading the development of reporting tools, dashboards, and analytical products that translate complex data into actionable insights for strategic and operational decision-making. Deep understanding of data governance principles, data stewardship, and quality assurance practices. Experience in embedding standards, policies, and controls that ensure consistency, reliability, and compliance across the organisation. Proven track record of leading Multidisciplinary teams comprising of data engineers, analysts, and reporting professionals. Skilled in building technical capability, fostering innovation, and promoting a culture of continuous improvement and data literacy. What's in it for you? Many great employee benefits, including support for unpaid carers and flexible working arrangements to accommodate their needs. Generous Time Off: Starting with 27 days of holiday, which increases with your length of service, plus 8 bank holidays and up to 4 paid volunteer days each year to give back to your community. Secure Your Future: Benefit from enrolment in the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS), ensuring your financial security for the future. Health and Wellbeing: We know that your wellbeing is essential. We are committed to providing an inclusive and supportive working environment for all employees. You will have access to our wellbeing portal, employee networks and more. Professional Growth: We cover the payment of professional fees for approved professions, supporting your career development. Work-Life Balance: Enjoy the flexibility of hybrid working arrangements, allowing you to balance work with your personal life. To apply, please click on the apply button. Closing date: 8 April 2026. Why Essex? As one of the largest and most dynamic UK local authorities, Essex offers a stimulating public service environment. Covering over 1,420 square miles and serving 1.8 million residents, we're committed to transformational change and delivering better quality at lower cost. Recognised in the top three of the latest IMPOWER index for productivity, we ensure everyone matters in Everyone's Essex . With flexible working options and a focus on innovation, whether you are looking to develop your career or contribute to the local community, Essex is the ideal place for you. In February 2025, Greater Essex was accepted onto the Government's devolution priority programme, which will see local authorities in Essex work towards establishing a Mayoral Combined County Authority by May 2026. You can read more about devolution and local government reorganisation (LGR ) on our careers site. Essex County Council is proud to be a Disability Confident Leader. We're committed to interview all disabled applicants who choose to apply under our Job Interview Scheme if they meet the minimum requirements of the job. Please speak to our Recruiters if you require any reasonable adjustments during the process. We're also committed to interview all veterans and care leavers, who meet the minimum requirements of the role for which they are applying. At Essex County Council, we value integrity and ethical behaviour. We kindly ask that you embrace our code of conduct and the Nolan principles , including throughout the recruitment process. Your commitment to these standards helps us maintain a positive and respectful workplace for everyone. As part of employment with Essex County Council (ECC) should your role require a DBS check you will be required to register with the DBS update service. The DBS update service ensures all registered DBS certificates are kept up to date and allows authorised parties to view the status of your certificate. 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Covering Manchester and Northampton Reporting to the Chief Marketing Officer. The Brand Director is a visionary leader responsible for the global health, perception, and emotional resonance of the brand, where you will move beyond execution to architect the long-term brand roadmap, ensuring our "challenger" spirit is felt at every touchpoint of the customer journey. • Global Brand Vision: Define and implement the multi-year brand strategy, as the leading challenger brand in the travel sector across all current and future markets. • Strategic Leadership: Oversee the integration of brand narrative across Social, PR, and Influencer channels, ensuring these functions serve the broader brand goal of building trust and cultural fame. • Commercial Synergy: Partner closely with Performance Marketing, Product, and Commercial leads to ensure brand investments drive long-term consideration and lower customer acquisition costs. • International Scaling: Develop the "playbook" for brand entry and growth in new markets, balancing global consistency with the local nuance required to win in diverse cultural landscapes. • Creative Excellence: Act as the ultimate bar-setter for creative output, pushing the internal team and agency partners to deliver work that is "playful, devoted, and joyful." • Reputation & Trust: Lead the strategy for brand reputation and high-level PR, ensuring maintains a position of authority and trust in an evolving AI-driven travel landscape. • Budget & ROI Ownership: Manage the total brand budget, establishing sophisticated measurement frameworks that prove the impact of brand equity on the bottom line. • Mentorship & Culture: Lead and inspire a high-performing team, fostering a culture of "creative confidence" where big ideas are encouraged and data-informed decision-making is the norm. must be a graduate calibre candidate. • Seasoned Brand Architect: You have a proven track record of leading brand strategy at a senior level for high-growth, consumer-facing brands. • Challenger Mindset: You know how to make a brand have impact, through creativity and cultural agility rather than just outspending the competition. • Strategic Clarity: You excel at translating complex business goals into simple, inspiring brand directions that align the entire organization. • Cultural Fluency: You have an innate "pulse" on culture; you understand how brands stay relevant in a fast-moving social and digital world without losing their core identity. • Analytical Rigour: You are comfortable with data and can navigate the tension between "gut-feel" creativity and performance metrics. • Exceptional Influencer: You are a master at stakeholder management, capable of advocating for brand investment at the Board/Executive level and building cross-functional alliances. • A background in "disruptor" brands that have successfully challenged legacy incumbents. • Experience overseeing high-budget integrated campaigns (TV, OOH, Digital) alongside organic community-led growth. • Global Perspective: Experience managing brands across multiple international markets, with a deep understanding of localizing brand sentiment.

TJX Companies At TJX Companies, every day brings new opportunities for growth, exploration, and achievement. You'll be part of our vibrant team that embraces diversity, fosters collaboration, and prioritizes your development. Whether you're working in our four global Home Offices, Distribution Centers or Retail Stores-TJ Maxx, Marshalls, Homegoods, Homesense, Sierra, Winners, and TK Maxx, you'll find abundant opportunities to learn, thrive, and make an impact. Come join our TJX family-a Fortune 100 company and the world's leading off-price retailer. Job Description: Wh o we are The Enterprise Architecture team at TJX drives technology strategy , innovation, and governance across multiple technical domains to ensure all technology decisions align with business goals and enterprise standards. We are seeking a Senior Enterprise Architect with d eep ServiceNow experience to lead the design, architecture, and governance of our enterprise ServiceNow platform. You will define the strategic direction of the platform, ensure scalable and secure implementations, and partner with business and IT stakeholders to maximize the value of ServiceNow aligning with the overall TJX IT strategy and vision. What you'll need As a Senior Architect within the Enterprise Architecture team, you will provide strategic leadership and technical expertise across the enterprise architecture landscape while serving as the primary authority for ServiceNow platform architecture. This role combines deep knowledge of enterprise architecture principles with hands-on experience in designing and governing ServiceNow solutions that align with business objectives and enterprise standards. Our team is looking for people with deep technical expertise , architectural leadership, and a passion for building solutions that enable business agility. We want creative people that bring in thought leadership and interpersonal skills to demonstrate leadership by example, not authority, and who can foster an inclusive environment where everyone feels heard What you will do Serve as the primary architect for the ServiceNow platform, while ensuring its integration and strategic positioning within the broader enterprise ecosystem Lead the architecture and design of solutions across ServiceNow modules (ITOM, ITBM/PPM, HRSD, CSM, ITAM, GRC , SecOps, Integration Services, Intelligence & AI, ITSM / DevOps etc.) Partner with enterprise and solution architects to design end-to-end solutions that span multiple platforms and domains Develop an understanding of TJX 's global business strategies and contribute to development of an application rationalization & modernization roadmap. Develop reusable frameworks, reference architectures, and design templates Supports the publication and communication of strategic technology standards, frameworks, principles and roadmaps to be used throughout the IT organization to guide technology decisions and leverage opportunities through efficient design Define and evolve the enterprise ServiceNow platform 's architecture and roadmap aligned with business needs Promote DevOps, CI/CD, and cloud-native practices across ServiceNow and other enterprise solutions Lead high-level design, integration patterns, and performance/scalability best practices Ensure adherence to platform best practices, security, data model integrity, and upgradeability Define and enforce architectural governance processes and design review boards Stay abreast of new ServiceNow product offerings, trends, and emerging technologies Successful candidate will have 8+ years of overall IT experience, including 5+ years in enterprise architecture or solution architecture, with a proven track record of designing and implementing large-scale, enterprise-level systems across multiple domains. 5+ years of ServiceNow platform architecture and solution design experience, including complex, multi-module implementations. Strong understanding of enterprise architecture principles, frameworks (e.g., TOGAF, Zachman), security, and data governance. Strong understanding of cloud computing concepts and foundational cloud skills, including IaaS, PaaS, SaaS, and hybrid architectures ; experience with DevSecOps practices, CI/CD pipelines Ability to bridge business and technology, translating strategic objectives into actionable architecture roadmaps Expertise in ServiceNow core components: Service Catalog, Workflow, Flow Designer, Integration Hub, CMDB, Discovery, Performance Analytics, and Custom Apps. Strong understanding of ITSM, ITOM, CSM, GRC, or other key ServiceNow modules ServiceNow Certified Technical Architect (CTA), ServiceNow Certified System Administrator, Certified Implementation Specialist (CIS) certification Experience with integration design patterns and technologies ( Event Driven, REST, SOAP, JDBC, APIs) across heterogeneous systems. Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder influencing skills. Bachelor's and/or master's degree in computer science, Computer Engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience. Preferred Qualifications ServiceNow Certified Application Developer (CAD) certification is preferable Experience designing multi-instance or global ServiceNow deployments Exposure to SAFe Agile methodologies and DevOps practices Knowledge of complementary platforms (Workday, Azure/Cloud, etc.). Benefits include Associate discount; 401(k) match; medical/dental/vision; HSA; health care FSA; life insurance; short/long-term disability; paid holidays/vacation /sick/bereavement/parental leave; EAP; incentive programs for management; auto/home insurance discounts; tuition reimbursement; scholarship program; adoption/surrogacy assistance; smoking cessation; child care/cell phone discounts; pet/legal insurance; credit union; referral bonuses. All benefits are subject to applicable plan or program terms (including eligibility terms) and may change from time to time. Contact your TJX representative for more information. In addition to our open door policy and supportive work environment, we also strive to provide a competitive salary and benefits package. TJX considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, gender identity and expression, marital or military status, or based on any individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. TJX also provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state and local law. Address: 770 Cochituate Rd Location: USA Home Office Framingham MA 770 Cochituate Rd This position has a starting salary range of $(phone number removed) to $(phone number removed) per year. Actual starting pay is determined by a number of factors, including relevant skills, qualifications, and experience. This position is eligible for an annual incentive as well as long-term incentives.

SAP Retail Architect (S/4HANA) Salary: Up to £120,000 + Bonus + Benefits Location: Leeds - Hybrid (3 days per week onsite) Working Hours: 40 hours per week - Full time Job Type: Permanent A globally established organisation is seeking an experienced SAP Retail Architect to lead the design and delivery of enterprise-wide SAP solutions within a large-scale S/4HANA transformation programme. This role will focus on defining and governing end-to-end retail architecture, ensuring solutions are scalable, integrated and aligned to business strategy across complex omnichannel and supply chain environments. Responsibilities for the SAP Retail Architect: Define and lead end-to-end SAP Retail architecture across S/4HANA and integrated platforms Develop and maintain enterprise architecture blueprints across business, application, data and integration layers Design scalable solutions across merchandising, pricing, promotions, inventory and store operations Oversee SAP retail landscapes including S/4HANA Retail, CAR, F&R and POS integrations Define integration strategies across SAP and non-SAP systems (POS, eCommerce, WMS, CRM, finance platforms) Guide implementation of integrations using IDocs, APIs, OData, PI/PO and SAP BTP Collaborate with stakeholders to align solutions with digital transformation and cloud strategies Lead architecture governance, including design reviews and solution assurance Support RFP processes, vendor selection and technology decisions Essential Skills for the SAP Retail Architect: Strong experience as an SAP Architect within retail environments Deep knowledge of SAP S/4HANA Retail and supply chain solutions Experience across omnichannel retail architecture and integrated platforms Strong understanding of SAP integration technologies (PI/PO, APIs, SAP BTP) Experience designing enterprise architecture across multiple domains Strong stakeholder engagement and ability to influence at senior level Desirable Skills for the SAP Retail Architect: Experience with SAP CAR, F&R, IBP or APO Exposure to POS, eCommerce and loyalty platforms TOGAF or relevant architecture certifications Experience working within large-scale retail organisations If you are an experienced SAP Architect looking to lead enterprise-level retail transformation within a complex S/4HANA environment, this role offers the opportunity to shape architecture across a major programme.

Senior Commercial Finance Manager - Tech-Focused Retail Hertfordshire (Hybrid)£75,000 - £85,000 + 20% Bonus + Excellent BenefitsOur client, a forward-thinking consumer and retail technology business, is seeking a Senior Commercial Finance Manager to help drive strategic growth and innovation across its digital channels and omnichannel platforms. This is a key commercial leadership role, supporting the integration of finance and technology to optimise performance in a fast-paced, data-rich retail environment.This position has a clear path to Head of Finance within 18-24 months, offering a high-impact role within a business that values digital transformation, data-driven decisions, and agile financial leadership.Key Responsibilities:- Partner with Technology and Marketing Leaders to shape long-term digital growth strategies, identifying smart investments in brand, platform development, and customer experience innovations.- Evaluate digital pricing, promotional mechanics, and value architecture to unlock profitable growth across eCommerce and retail tech channels.- Lead commercial financial planning and forecasting to support data-driven decision making, particularly in relation to digital product performance and ROI on tech investments.- Own financial input into brand and digital roadmap planning, helping product and digital brand teams build strategies rooted in commercial viability.- Maintain clear insight into trading and digital performance, including customer behaviour analytics, channel performance (e.g. D2C, marketplaces), and competitor landscape shifts.- Develop robust business cases for technology investments, including platforms, tools, digital innovation, and marketing tech - ensuring returns meet both consumer impact and financial hurdle rates.- Influence strategic decisions through compelling commercial insights, backed by data and aligned to evolving technology and customer trends.- Build and evolve advanced financial modelling tools and dashboards, enhancing speed and quality of decision-making across business functions.- Model innovation-led initiatives, particularly those that leverage technology (e.g. AI-powered personalisation, subscription models, fulfilment automation), to assess margin and scalability potential.- Be a mentor and leader to junior finance and cross-functional team members, setting a high bar for strategic, tech-savvy financial business partnering.About You:- Fully qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) with a strong background in commercial finance.- Experience working in technology-led retail, consumer digital, or eCommerce environments highly advantageous.- Able to demonstrate strong business partnering with marketing, digital, and product teams.- A strategic thinker with a passion for performance improvement, innovation, and leveraging data/technology to unlock growth.- Comfortable working in fast-paced, digitally evolving environments where customer expectations and platform capabilities shape decisions.This is a fantastic opportunity to join a tech-driven retail brand at a pivotal time in its digital and commercial evolution. If you're looking to play a key role in the transformation of finance within a business that blends retail heritage with technology innovation, we'd love to hear from you.AGY - Vitae Financial RecruitmentWe Exist To Be Different - Membership NOT Registration

Finance Data Reporting Transformation Lead - Interim Contract- 80% Remote 20% London Based- PowerBi Reporting Transformation- Circa £150,000 Pro-Rata IN2 Consult is seeking an Interim Finance Data Transformation Lead to drive the design, delivery, and adoption of Power BI-based reporting transformation across a multinational, multi-currency organisation. This role focuses on producing 20+ executive dashboards and reports that translate complex financial and operational data into actionable insights for the C-suite. The ideal candidate is a strategic reporting leader with a proven track record in international reporting transformation, combining financial expertise with strong working knowledge of Power BI. They will lead reporting design from workshops through to senior stakeholder presentations, ensuring outputs are insight-driven, commercially impactful, and tailored to the end-user experience. This role is design-focused rather than hands-on development, but deep familiarity with Power BI's capabilities is essential to guide report architecture, design, and platform optimisation. Key Responsibilities: Enterprise Reporting Strategy & Transformation Define and own the end-to-end reporting transformation strategy across a multinational, multi-currency organisation. Lead rationalisation of the reporting landscape, eliminating duplication and aligning outputs to global strategic priorities. Develop a phased transformation roadmap with clear milestones, adoption metrics, and measurable business impact. Embed a scalable, future-proof reporting operating model that supports international complexity and evolving business needs. Power BI Reporting Design & Insight Optimisation Design executive-grade, insight-led dashboards that prioritise clarity, narrative, and commercial impact over data volume. Translate complex financial and operational data from multiple regions and currencies into actionable executive reporting. Define enterprise design principles, including layout, visual standards, KPI hierarchy, and storytelling approaches. Ensure reporting reflects multi-currency, multi-region nuances while maintaining global consistency. Continuously refine dashboards based on feedback from senior stakeholders and evolving business requirements. Governance, Standards & Quality Control Establish enterprise reporting governance frameworks, including ownership models, review cycles, and controls. Standardise metrics, definitions, and data hierarchies across geographies and business units. Implement quality assurance processes to enhance accuracy, integrity, and trust in reporting outputs. Monitor adoption and compliance, driving continuous improvement and value realisation. Platform Enablement & Capability Oversight Apply strong working knowledge of Power BI to guide report architecture, functionality, and user experience. Ensure dashboards leverage automation, interactivity, and drill-down capabilities for maximum insight and usability. Provide guidance on data modelling, reporting performance, and design best practices. Promote self-service reporting while maintaining appropriate governance and control standards. Essential Qualifications & Experience: Extensive experience leading international reporting transformation in multinational, multi-currency organisations. Proven ability to rationalise complex reporting landscapes across functions, regions, and currencies. Significant experience engaging and influencing Executive and senior stakeholders, including facilitating workshops and aligning priorities. Strong working knowledge of Power BI, including dashboard design principles, data modelling concepts, and platform limitations. Demonstrated ability to design insight-driven reporting that informs commercial decision-making rather than simply presenting data. Professional qualification in Finance, Accounting, Data, or Business (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA, MBA). Experience in global matrix organisations undergoing transformation or ERP/system change. Finance Data Reporting Transformation Lead - Interim Contract- 80% Remote 20% London Based- PowerBi Reporting Transformation- Circa £150,000 Pro-Rata

Town Planning Director, Liverpool Hybrid working, Salary negotiable DOE Are you a Planning Director ready to lead, grow, and shape the future of a well-established planning office? We're looking for a Planning Director to lead our Liverpool office, strengthen its regional profile, and drive the next phase of growth. This is a strategic, hands-on leadership role where you'll combine technical planning expertise with business development, team leadership, and client-facing work, supported by a senior management team. What you'll be doing You'll take overall responsibility for the Liverpool team, with a focus on leadership, growth, and delivery. Your role will include: Leading and growing the Liverpool planning team Developing and managing key client relationships and new business opportunities Overseeing major planning projects, including large applications, appeals, Local Plans, Examinations, and Public Inquiries Assembling and leading multidisciplinary project teams across the business Contributing to company-wide strategy, performance planning, and financial management Representing the business at networking and industry events Mentoring, supporting, and developing staff at all levels What we're looking for You'll be an experienced, confident planning professional with a strong leadership mindset. Ideally, you'll have: Significant professional planning experience, ideally from a consultancy background, or mixed public/private background A postgraduate qualification in Planning Chartered Membership of the RTPI Proven experience leading planning projects and professional teams A strong track record in business development and client management An established network and clear ideas for regional growth sectors Why join? You'll work as part of a collaborative national team, with hybrid working and access to expertise across planning, design, engineering, and environmental services. Their Liverpool office covers the North West and Scotland and includes close collaboration with our in-house architecture, landscape, and masterplanning teams. What's on offer? We offer a competitive and people-focused benefits package, including: Hybrid working with core office days Private healthcare Access to an Employee Owned Trust bonus (EOT bonus) Life insurance and company pension Enhanced maternity scheme Generous annual leave Payment of professional subscriptions Ready to lead the next chapter of our Liverpool office? If you're looking for a senior planning role with real influence and long-term opportunity, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now or get in touch for a confidential discussion. Georgia Cookson, (url removed) (phone number removed) Job reference number: 64179

Konker is recruiting for a Senior Landscape Architect / Head of Department to join a growing multi-disciplinary consultancy based in the North West. With over 50 employees across architecture, building surveying and project management, this well-established practice has built a strong reputation across health, education, industrial/logistics and Ministry of Defence sectors. Their pipeline is steady and growing, and due to sustained demand, they are now bringing their landscape function back in-house. This is a key strategic hire for their Manchester office. You will lead and shape the Landscape team, taking ownership of projects from day one. The business is ready to appoint the right person immediately and build a team around them. This role suits a senior, consultant-side Landscape Architect who can: Run sites independently from concept through to delivery Produce landscape designs, tree-planting schedules and detailed landscape drawings Act as a client-facing lead Liaise confidently with planning officers Why Join? Multi-disciplinary consultancy (approx. 50 staff) Balanced 50/50 gender split 10 languages spoken across the office Manchester or Warrington office options Strong pipeline across health, education, industrial/logistics & defence sectors Modern, collaborative working environment Genuine progression - many of the current management team joined at junior level and progressed into leadership roles This is a well-run business that rewards capability and ambition. For the right individual, there is clear scope to shape a department and influence long-term growth. Salary & Benefits £40,000-£60,000 depending on experience and what you bring Discretionary annual bonus Flexible working hours Company pension Professional memberships paid The business is actively looking and ready to make offers for the right senior hire. For more information, contact Curtis Hunter at Konker. Please also visit our website for other suitable opportunities. Location: Manchester

Business Solutions Lead - ERP Transformation (SAP S/4HANA) 12-Month FTC Location: Sheffield (Hybrid) Salary: £75,000 - £80,000 Elevation Recruitment Group is partnering with a well-established SME in the Sheffield area is in the early stages of a significant ERP transformation - migrating from to SAP S/4HANA Public Cloud. This is a brilliant role for a stand alone Business Solutions Lead to work to sit at the heart of the programme and make sure it is successfully delivered. As the Business Solutions lead, you will: Acting as solution assurance lead on the Solution Architect's SAP configuration - reviewing workshop outputs and business designs to ensure they're viable and fit-for-purpose Owning the legacy and peripheral application landscape - ensuring third-party systems integrate cleanly with SAP, and managing the decommissioning of those being retired Driving the rationalisation of legacy spreadsheets, migrating functionality into the new ERP where appropriate Working closely with the Programme Manager, data architect, change manager, business SMEs, and senior stakeholders including the CFO Being the person who spots the gaps, asks the relevant questions, and keeps the solution coherent end-to-end Key Skills & Experience required: A solid ERP transformation background - SAP S/4HANA Public Cloud experience is a strong advantage, but Oracle Fusion/EBS or comparable ERP experience will be considered if the fundamentals are there Experience working in SME or mid-market environments - this is important. If your background is exclusively large enterprise or public sector programmes with big teams and layers of support, this probably isn't the right fit A hands-on, sleeves-rolled-up approach - you'll be expected to own your area independently, not manage a team of architects Strong business and solution mindset - you need to understand how a business works, not just how SAP works The gravitas and communication skills to hold your own with senior stakeholders and influence outcomes without direct authority Comfortable working autonomously while remaining collaborative with the wider programme team If this sounds like your kind of programme - the right scale, the right challenge, and the chance to make a real difference in a business, then apply today!

Design Manager /Technical Manager - Oxford / Bicester salary: £75,000 - £85,000 DOE + Company Benefits + Flexible Home & Office Working We're working with a respected developer delivering one of Oxfordshire's most ambitious large-scale residential schemes, a multi-year project featuring a diverse mix of housing and community spaces. With several hundred homes still to come across the next phases, including a strong pipeline of traditional family housing, we're looking for an experienced senior Design Manager or technical manager in Oxford to step into a lead role within the project team. This position will form part of a three-person senior delivery group, working closely with two Senior Managers to oversee day-to-day design coordination, technical progression, and consultant management across a broad and evolving scope of work. About the Development The upcoming phases of the project include a varied collection of traditionally built homes, designed to create a balanced and attractive neighbourhood. You'll be involved in the delivery of: 2-bed starter homes aimed at first-time buyers and downsizers 3-bed family homes 4-bed detached homes with larger plots and enhanced specification Play areas, local amenities, and landscaped open spaces The range of house types means you'll be navigating different design challenges, from compact high-efficiency units through to larger family plots with bespoke detailing. The Role Lead design coordination across multiple residential parcels, ensuring architectural, engineering and technical information is fully aligned. Work hand-in-hand with two senior operational leads, forming a core management unit for the live project. Review drawings, layouts, specifications and technical submissions with a focus on buildability, compliance and programme continuity. Manage consultant interfaces and drive effective communication between design disciplines. Oversee design risk, planning conditions, and timely resolution of technical queries on site. Contribute to future-phase planning and design strategy as the development progresses into new build stages with varied home types. Champion quality and consistency across all traditional house types and streetscape elements. Candidate Profile Strong background as a Design Manager or Technical manager within residential construction, housebuilding or main contracting. Confident working with traditional build methods, housing layouts and multi-disciplinary design teams. Experience reviewing architectural details for 2-4 bed homes and understanding infrastructure tie-ins. A proactive problem-solver who can lead discussions, manage design flow and maintain clear communication. Comfortable operating autonomously while working collaboratively within a senior leadership structure. What's on Offer Salary £75,000-£85,000 DOE Full company benefits package Hybrid working - typically split between home and the Oxfordshire site/office The chance to take a genuinely leading role on a major multi-phase development Long-term project stability How to Apply If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply via the link or contact James Mitchell for a confidential discussion. 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

I am recruiting for a Senior Infrastructure Engineer to work on a hybrid basis - 3 days in either London, Manchester, Bristol, Newcastle, York, Glasgow or Norwich, 2 days remote. The role falls inside IR35 so you will be required to work through an umbrella company for the duration of the contract. You MUST have worked within central government recently. Working with the End User Compute Team you'll be instrumental in shaping the infrastructure, network and cloud capabilities that support vital services for the client. As the Senior Infrastructure Engineer (Mobile Device Management), you won't just be maintaining systems, you'll be a key architect of our future infrastructure landscape. Working alongside Technical Architects and Principal Engineers, you'll design, maintain and upgrade our infrastructure, tackling challenges head on and ensuring seamless service delivery. You must have several years of experience managing an MDM / EMM solution and SaaS based platforms. A strong understanding of security and device hardening, especially with mobile devices such as phones and tablets. You will also have strong experience managing and administering of Android and iOS devices with Workspace ONE. You must have an understanding of Windows 11 and macOS device management and experience of supporting infrastructure services for 10000+ users. Experience in IaaS/PaaS Compute such as AWS, GCP or Azure is essential. Please apply ASAP.

Your new company My client is a chartered consultancy based in West Sussex, providing services for the past 25 years. They bring together a multidisciplinary team of landscape architects, landscape planners, ecological consultants, and tree surveyors, offering integrated services across landscape and ecological design. Their core focus lies in delivering landscape design and ecological commissions for a range of clients, particularly in education, the public sector, and property development. They are known for crafting solutions that balance aesthetic, functional, and environmental considerations-ensuring that development projects are both visually compelling and ecologically responsible. They place high value on their environmental ethos, working only with clients that wish to conserve and cooperate. Your new role They are looking for a motivated Consultant, Senior or Principal Ecologist to join the growing ecology team. You'll play a key role in delivering high-quality ecological assessments and helping drive productivity across the team, the role is expected to be split 50/50 between site and office work. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to grow into a future management role. The current ecology team is 14 staff strong, as part of a wider team of 30, all of which contribute to their collaborative and supportive culture. Key Responsibilities Lead and support ecological assessments, including PEA, BNG, and protected species surveys. Collaborate with landscape architects and arboricultural consultants. Help manage project delivery and ensure timely output. Contribute to team development and mentoring of junior staff. Participate in site work primarily across the Southeast. Engage with clients to deliver value-driven ecological solutions. What you'll need to succeed Experience in consultancy with a broad ecological skillset. Licenses for GCN and bats are highly desirable. ACIEEM membership desirable, MCIEEM ideal. GIS skills beneficial but not essential. Strong communication and collaboration skills. Full UK driving license and car What you'll get in return Competitive salary: 30,000 - 55,000 - dependent on experinece. Flexi-time, flexible working and a strong work/life balance, 2-3 days of WFH offered p/week. Enhanced pension contributions. 24 days holiday + bank holidays. Cycle to work scheme. Internal training as well as funded external training and licensing support. Christmas bonus based on company and individual performance. 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 on 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 (url removed)

Your new company Experienced Director of Digital Transformation and Data required for a national charity on a permanent basis. The organisation is undertaking an ambitious digital and data transformation to modernise its technology estate and strengthen impact for beneficiaries and colleagues. Your new role As the Director of Digital Transformation and Data, you will lead the digital, data and innovation strategy. Reporting to the Director of Technology, you will shape future-ready operating models, modern digital platforms and robust enterprise architecture. You will oversee Solutions Architecture, Data Architecture and the DMO/PMO, ensuring all programmes align to the Technology Roadmap. You will drive the adoption of automation, AI and modern data platforms such as Microsoft Fabric to embed data-driven decision-making. This is a strategic, collaborative leadership role working closely with IT Operations, Cyber Security, Change and external partners, with responsibility for the full digital innovation lifecycle-from discovery to delivery. Key Duties Lead the digital transformation and innovation portfolio. Oversee Solutions Architecture, Data Architecture and the DMO/PMO. Develop data platforms, governance and the organisation's data programme. Drive automation, AI and integration opportunities. Ensure secure, scalable enterprise architecture and strong technical assurance. Produce Power BI reporting for senior stakeholders. Lead business cases, ROI analysis and support commercial bids. Manage budgets and optimise digital investments. Lead, support and develop high-performing digital and data teams. What you'll need to succeed Extensive experience delivering digital transformation and enterprise architecture. Strong technical expertise across Azure, data engineering, warehousing and cloud platforms. Experience leading PMO/DMO functions and development/low-code teams. Fabric awareness would be highly desirable Excellent stakeholder engagement across operational and corporate environments. Strategic leadership capability with strong communication skills. Proven ability to manage budgets and develop business cases. What you'll get in return A key leadership role shaping the future digital landscape of a national charity. Opportunity to deliver high-impact change with real social value. Collaborative, forward-thinking environment. Competitive salary up to £100k and benefits package. 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. 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

Senior Planner Job in Bedford, Bedfordshire Senior Planner Job available with an established planning consultancy, based from their office in Bedford on a hybrid schedule. The practice has a diverse portfolio of projects across residential, commercial, mixed-use, energy and more. Offering a competitive salary plus hybrid working, bonus potential, enhanced holiday, and much more. Founded 30 years ago, this multi-disciplinary consultancy operates throughout the UK with a team of 70+ across multiple offices, they are now looking to expand their Bedford office with a Senior Planner, ideally MRTPI. Their services encompass town planning, architecture, master planning, landscape architecture, and heritage consultancy. Role & Responsibilities Provide advice on planning matter to clients Preparing and submitting planning applications Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders Optimise new business and cross-selling opportunities Keep updated on local and national planning policy changes Assist in mentoring and supporting other members of the team Support the Associate Directors and Directors. Required Skills & Experience 3+ years of experience post-qualification (private or public sector) RTPI membership is strongly desirable Strong communication skills Full driving licence and car. What you get back Competitive salary Bonus Employee-Owned Firm Hybrid working 25 days + bank holidays Pension Private health insurance Death in service Professional body membership paid. Apply If you meet the criteria above, send us your CV and portfolio. We receive a large number of applications so if you do not hear back within 7 days consider your application unsuccessful this time. We will keep a copy of your details on file for future vacancies. In accordance with GDPR, by applying for this position you give us your consent to process your data in-line with our Privacy and Data Protection Policies which can be read on the privacy policy page on our website. Referral Did you know we run a referral scheme? We pay a 1000 referral bonus if you introduce us to anyone who we then successfully place in a new job role. Just send us their information and we'll do the rest. Terms: A candidate is deemed to have been successfully placed once they have started a new job as a result of an introduction made by Hunter Dunning and when they've successfully completed the probation period. See website for full terms & conditions.