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Audit Senior - £43,000 - £50,000 DOE. Audit Senior - Company Summary Join a highly successful independent firm of accountants based in Manchester, known for its commitment to fostering a people-first culture. Due to continued growth and success, including new client acquisitions, they are looking to strengthen their established audit division with an experienced Audit Senior. The firm prides themselves on a low staff turnover by encouraging continuous development. You will be working on a wide range of businesses, typically ranging from £20m to £50m, alongside some larger corporates. The firm is one of the few independent practices in the city with no intentions of joining a consolidator, offering a supportive working environment and dedication to client and staff success and wellbeing. Their company policy offers Hybrid working (3/2) and flexi-time , which is becoming harder to find in todays market. Audit Senior - Description As an Audit Senior, you will play a crucial role in the audit team, initially focusing predominantly on audits. Once settled, you will have the opportunity to manage a portfolio of accounts clients. They are looking for someone who is hands-on with clients and fieldwork, with experience managing a team on-site. Audit Senior - Responsibilities Lead and execute audit engagements for a diverse portfolio of clients. Manage and mentor a team of audit professionals on-site. Develop and maintain strong client relationships, ensuring a high level of client satisfaction. Contribute to the continuous development and success of peers and juniors. Audit Senior - Benefits Competitive salary of £43k for newly qualified professionals, with increases dependent on post-qualification experience (PQE). 25 days holiday per year with the option to purchase more. Life cover and critical illness cover. Annual bonus Flexible working arrangements: work from home 2 days a week, with 3 days at clients or the office. Flexible day with core hours from 10 am to 4 pm, allowing for an early or late start. Audit Senior - Requirements Newly qualified ACA / ACCA with a strong background in audit. Experience managing a team on-site. Hands-on approach with clients and fieldwork. Strong interpersonal and communication skills. Vaisto Recruitment offers a generous referral scheme. If you refer a practice candidate to me who is not already registered, as a thank you, you will receive a voucher up to the value of £1000. Vouchers are paid on successful completion of the referral's probation period. The above vacancy is only one of many that I am handling. Vaisto Recruitment specializes in permanent and contract practice assignments including: Audit Partner / Audit Director / Audit Associate Director / Audit Manager / Audit Senior / Audit Associate / Audit Semi Senior Business Services Partner / Business Services Director / Business Services Manager / Business Services Associate / Accounts Senior / Accounts Associate Tax Partner / Tax Director / Tax Manager / Tax Senior Manager / Tax Senior / Tax Semi Senior Accounts Partner / Accounts Director / Accounts Manager / Accounts Senior / Accounts Semi Senior Corporate Finance Partner / Corporate Finance Director / Corporate Finance Manager / Corporate Finance Executive / Corporate Finance Senior M&A Payroll Bureau Practice Managers

Senior Planning and Enabling Manager Application closing date: 23/04/2026 We expect to hold interviews in person on 11th and 12th May at our London office. A bit about the role Working in our Planning and Enabling team covering the south of England, the Senior Planning and Enabling Manager will play a critical role in the project management of residential led/mixed use development schemes. The role will require you to de-risk sites through a range of planning and enabling activities (including Local Plan promotion, masterplanning, obtaining necessary planning consents in a timely manner, negotiating S106 agreements and planning conditions, overseeing infrastructure delivery), while ensuring key objectives related to design, placemaking, sustainability and social value are achieved. You will be joining our large, friendly, experienced and highly skilled team, who are committed to making positive change and supporting how the Agency delivers its overarching Mission. There are a number of ambitious projects to get involved with and this is an excellent opportunity to balance day to day delivery whilst bringing innovative solutions to the Southern Development Team offering. As a Senior Planning and Enabling Manager, you will be responsible for a portfolio of complex development projects. The projects you will be involved with are of varying scale and you will be required to take an innovative and creative approach to resolving complex planning, technical and legal issues. At times, you will also be required to support colleagues in the acquisition and disposal teams to assess and manage planning and development risk, support in the preparation of project delivery strategies, assessing tenders and Reserved Matters applications to ensure compliance with the planning framework and quality standards set for our schemes. This is a rare chance to shape the future of Homes England's housing projects in a fast growing, national organisation with real social purpose. Working positively with key stakeholders and partners, appointing specialist consultants, and working alongside a range of multidisciplinary professionals, you will ensure efficient, consistent and effective resolution of delivery challenges. You will have the opportunity to support the wider sector to tackle the housing and regeneration challenges faced by communities, to enable the delivery of places people are proud to call home. A bit about you You'll be comfortable supporting the Regional Director, Project Directors and Heads on a number of specific planning and deliver issues as well as working with the wide range of Agency teams such as investment, markets, places and partnerships, legal, technical services, risk and commercial) with complex planning and development issues, aiming to help shape, and then deliver, the Annual Business Plan. You will be proficient in project management, town planning and technical delivery matters. You'll also have experience in collaborative working with a range of internal and external stakeholders. Delivering on a mission as bold as ours isn't always easy. You will be resilient and comfortable managing stakeholders at a senior level and your discussions will always be shaped by a good understanding of the commercial and operational impact of what we do as a Southern Development team. You will enjoy working in an innovative, fun and engaging way and be able to negotiate and persuade. As an experienced development professional, you'll understand how to manage large, multidisciplinary project teams and be able to demonstrate you can work with others as part of a team in a collaborative, inclusive way. You will ideally have a background in managing complex projects, with experience of identifying and overcoming development constraints with a good awareness of key technical project risks (utilities, contamination, ground conditions, asbestos, ecology etc), and implementation of appropriate mitigation strategies. The applicant will also ideally have experience in the procurement and management of multi-disciplinary teams, with an ability to demonstrate an understanding of forthcoming policy changes and how to effectively manage these through the planning and delivery stages of projects. Who are we? Homes England: The Housing and Regeneration Agency We believe that affordable, quality homes in well-designed places are key to improving people's lives. As the government's housing and regeneration agency, we create thriving new places and transform urban areas, combining the full breadth of our powers, expertise, land, capital and influence to bring investment to communities and get more homes built. How? We form long-term partnerships that bridge the gap between the public and private sector to meet local needs and aspirations. We use our influence to champion the creation of sustainable homes, communities and places that are brilliantly designed for the people that live there now, and in the future. And we use our funding and support to build a more resilient, diverse and innovative housing sector, helping new entrants in the market, encouraging modern methods of construction and design, and promoting the utmost attention to building safety. Together with our partners, we're accelerating the pace of house building, remediation and regeneration across the country, as we seek to deliver ever more affordable homes in places people are proud to call home for generations to come. What we offer As well as a competitive salary and 33 days annual leave, we are committed to 50/50 hybrid working. We'll support you, wherever possible, so that you don't miss out on what matters to you. Membership of the Homes and Communities Agency Pension Scheme, which is a contributory defined benefit scheme with the amount you receive on retirement based on your salary and years worked at the Agency. Internal applicants: please note that if you are successful, the salary you are offered will be in accordance with our pay policy. You can find details on the HR Hub SharePoint site. If you ever need a bit of extra help, we have a great employee assistance programme, a wide range of healthcare plans, financial wellbeing support and access to many great discounts with leading high street names. Our range of network groups are also there to support you to be yourself at work and play a key role in helping shape our future. If you are a member of a professional body, we'll pay for your membership and once you get your digital kit, you'll be good to go. Homes England are a geographically diverse community. We work to a 50/50 office/ home-based model. Moving back into our office environments has enabled us to utilise our space and time together in the most collaborative way. We would encourage all applicants to apply as soon as possible as we may close vacancies early should we receive a high number of applications. We also encourage you to apply using the full application option as opposed to quick apply, this is especially important if you would like to indicate to us that you would like to be considered under the disability confident scheme. Our people remain at the heart of everything we do, and we're committed to building an Agency that not only reflects the diverse communities we serve but also champions inclusion in how we shape homes and places across the country. For more information about our EDI strategy please see our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Report 2024 to 2025 - Second Edition - GOV.UK You will be required to have the Right to Work in the UK and Homes England do not offer visa sponsorship. If your application is shortlisted to interview we will require you to provide proof of your Right to Work in the UK at this stage. Artificial Intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Please see our candidate guidance for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use.

We are pleased to announce that we are expanding our North London Open Spaces Team. Ready to bring your organisational brilliance to some of the UK's most iconic green spaces? We're looking for an energetic, motivated, and highly capable Office Manager to lead our local business support operations and ensure the smooth, efficient, and compliant running of our service. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives in a complex, fast-moving environment and enjoys balancing strategic oversight with improving processes, strengthening systems, and bringing clarity and organisation to a fast paced service. About Us The City of London Corporation manages 11,000 acres (approximately 4,500 hectares) of land in and around London that is enjoyed by over 16 million visitors annually. Whilst there are small pockets of land within the Square Mile, the majority can be found elsewhere in London and the surrounding counties. The City Corporation acts as Trustee of 10 charities which, through their various objects, are responsible for the preservation in perpetuity of a large proportion of these award-winning open spaces. The Role As Office Manager, you will be the backbone of administrative excellence across NLOS. Reporting directly to the Superintendent, you'll oversee the full spectrum of business administration, financial processes, systems development, compliance, and internal coordination. You'll also lead a dynamic Support Services Team of six, helping to shape a high-performing, positive, and collaborative office culture. Your work will span everything from ensuring smooth and efficient daytoday operations, to supporting senior leadership with critical information, coordinating cross-departmental initiatives, and making sure NLOS remains aligned with City Corporation standards and procedures. This is an exciting and varied role for someone who enjoys problem-solving, streamlining systems, supporting staff, and helping a busy division deliver at its best. The Ideal Candidate You'll excel in this role if you are: Highly organised, proactive, and adaptable, with the confidence to juggle multiple priorities. A natural problem-solver, able to anticipate needs, implement improvements, and keep operations running smoothly. A strong communicator and collaborator, comfortable working with colleagues at all levels across multiple sites. Experienced in managing administrative systems and financial processes, ideally in a complex or multisite environment. A supportive and inspiring people manager, committed to developing others and fostering a positive team culture. Above all, you'll bring energy, adaptability, and a commitment to delivering highquality support across a busy and diverse service. Benefits Include: Competitive salary starting at £44,110 including inner London Weighting, depending on experience (with clear incremental progress points) 28 days' annual leave plus public holidays Pension scheme is operated in accordance with Local Government Pension Scheme Employee assistance programmes including mental wellbeing support Bicycle loan scheme Travel card scheme The City of London Corporation is currently undergoing a programme to ensure that our pay and reward practices are competitive and equitable across the whole organisation, to ensure that everyone has the opportunity to thrive in the work that we do.

Senior Finance Business Partner Location: Birmingham, Bristol, Leeds, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Nottingham, Swansea Salary: £57,515 per annum. This role attracts a recruitment and retention allowance of £4,000 per annum. Vacancy Type: Permanent Closing date: Tuesday 31st March 2026 Are you confident in leading others? Do you enjoy the challenge of influencing others to achieve business outcomes? Would you love to drive continuous improvement in your role? If so, we'd love to hear from you! Joining our department comes with many benefits, including: Employer pension contribution of 28.97% of your salary. 25 days annual leave, increasing by 1 day each year of service (up to a maximum of 30 days annual leave), plus 8 bank holidays a privilege day for the King's birthday Flexible working options where we encourage a great work-life balance. Job description The Senior Finance Business Partner is a trusted advisor to the business and is expected to have strong interpersonal skills, capable of translating and presenting complex financial information clearly. You will provide valuable financial advice, strategic insights, and business solutions to directors and other budget holders. You will support DVSA to deliver assurance on the financial position and performance of the Service/Business so that effective action is taken on a timely basis. This role will help ensure high quality financial management is embedded throughout the business and that regular, robust, timely financial information and insight is provided to key stakeholders to enable quality decision-making. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: You will be a trusted advisor to the business and develop significant business expertise. You will build and maintain key relationships with internal and external stakeholders, manage senior managers' and stakeholders' expectations, and develop a deep understanding of the business's commercial and operational drivers. You will carry out sufficient analysis and challenge to demonstrate Business and Medium-Term plans are affordable within Spending Review totals, are central case estimates and represent value for money. You will provide strategic insight through your deep understanding of the financial data and the external / internal factors that influence the drivers of cost / income. Great line management is important to us as an organisation, and we will equip and support line managers to develop the skills they need. We aim to empower line managers to create teams where people can flourish and deliver excellent outcomes for the public. For further information on the role, please read the role profile. Please note that the role profile is for information purposes only - whilst all elements are relevant to the role, they may not all be assessed during the recruitment process. This job advert will detail exactly what will be assessed during the recruitment process. Person specification Required experience: To be successful in this role you will need to have the following experience: Leadership, and the ability to motivate and develop a diverse finance team and promote excellence. Ability to influence at all levels of the business, using logical persuasion and consensus building within groups, A confident communicator, comfortable with advising and challenging senior stakeholders, including communicating complex financial issues to into layman's terms for non-specialist audiences. Highly proficient in using and interpreting data and analytics to support analysis and decision making, identifying gaps in data and reporting, and collaborating with colleagues to develop additional reporting as required. You will be required to provide evidence that you hold any essential qualifications at some point during the recruitment process. If you cannot provide evidence, your application will be withdrawn. To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for DVSA, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application.

Senior Finance Business Partner Location: Birmingham, Bristol, Leeds, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Nottingham, Swansea Salary: £57,515 per annum. This role attracts a recruitment and retention allowance of £4,000 per annum. Vacancy Type: Permanent Closing date: Tuesday 31st March 2026 Are you confident in leading others? Do you enjoy the challenge of influencing others to achieve business outcomes? Would you love to drive continuous improvement in your role? If so, we'd love to hear from you! Joining our department comes with many benefits, including: Employer pension contribution of 28.97% of your salary. 25 days annual leave, increasing by 1 day each year of service (up to a maximum of 30 days annual leave), plus 8 bank holidays a privilege day for the King's birthday Flexible working options where we encourage a great work-life balance. Job description The Senior Finance Business Partner is a trusted advisor to the business and is expected to have strong interpersonal skills, capable of translating and presenting complex financial information clearly. You will provide valuable financial advice, strategic insights, and business solutions to directors and other budget holders. You will support DVSA to deliver assurance on the financial position and performance of the Service/Business so that effective action is taken on a timely basis. This role will help ensure high quality financial management is embedded throughout the business and that regular, robust, timely financial information and insight is provided to key stakeholders to enable quality decision-making. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: You will be a trusted advisor to the business and develop significant business expertise. You will build and maintain key relationships with internal and external stakeholders, manage senior managers' and stakeholders' expectations, and develop a deep understanding of the business's commercial and operational drivers. You will carry out sufficient analysis and challenge to demonstrate Business and Medium-Term plans are affordable within Spending Review totals, are central case estimates and represent value for money. You will provide strategic insight through your deep understanding of the financial data and the external / internal factors that influence the drivers of cost / income. Great line management is important to us as an organisation, and we will equip and support line managers to develop the skills they need. We aim to empower line managers to create teams where people can flourish and deliver excellent outcomes for the public. For further information on the role, please read the role profile. Please note that the role profile is for information purposes only - whilst all elements are relevant to the role, they may not all be assessed during the recruitment process. This job advert will detail exactly what will be assessed during the recruitment process. Person specification Required experience: To be successful in this role you will need to have the following experience: Leadership, and the ability to motivate and develop a diverse finance team and promote excellence. Ability to influence at all levels of the business, using logical persuasion and consensus building within groups, A confident communicator, comfortable with advising and challenging senior stakeholders, including communicating complex financial issues to into layman's terms for non-specialist audiences. Highly proficient in using and interpreting data and analytics to support analysis and decision making, identifying gaps in data and reporting, and collaborating with colleagues to develop additional reporting as required. You will be required to provide evidence that you hold any essential qualifications at some point during the recruitment process. If you cannot provide evidence, your application will be withdrawn. To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for DVSA, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application.

Plant Area Manager with Independent Garden Centre Location: Wigan Salary: Competitive DOE Hours: 40 per week, alternate weekend working This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established, family-run garden centre as a Plant Area Manager, working closely with the owners of the business in a centre where plants are truly at the heart of everything they do. The centre has built a strong reputation for quality plants and a friendly, community focused atmosphere, and they're now looking for someone who is eager to get stuck in, learn from an exceptional team, and develop their career within the business. Your key responsibilities will include: Supporting the management of the plant area to maintain excellent standards and strong sales. Working closely with the owners to help oversee the day-to-day operation of the department. Leading by example on the shop floor and getting involved in all aspects of plant retail. Supporting stock control, plant care, and merchandising. Providing knowledgeable horticultural advice and great service to customers. Learning aspects of plant buying and commercial decision-making over time. Ensuring compliance with health, safety, and operational standards. What they're looking for: Ideally looking for an experienced Plant Area Supervisor or early stage Plant Area Manager within a retail garden centre environment. Strong plant knowledge and a genuine passion for horticulture. Someone hands-on who enjoys working as part of the team and leading from the front. A friendly personality that will fit well within a close-knit team. Someone eager to learn and develop their career within a growing independent business. Flexibility to work weekends and during peak seasonal periods. Applicants should be able to drive or cycle to site, as public transport options are limited. Why join? Join a respected, family-run garden centre with a strong reputation for plants and horticulture. Work closely with experienced owners and gain exposure to plant buying and commercial decisions. Opportunity to develop into a more senior role over time as you grow within the business. Be part of a friendly, hands-on team where everyone works together. Free onsite parking and a supportive working environment. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated horticultural professional to develop their career, gain valuable buying experience, and become a key part of a successful independent garden centre. Apply now To apply, send your CV to (url removed) or call (phone number removed) for a confidential chat.

Chalk Hill Group are supporting a leading Professional Services business, in their search for a Finance Manager to join them on a 4-6 month contract basis. This role would suit a qualified accountant who enjoys working across a broad range of finance activities and supporting the delivery of accurate, high-quality financial reporting. You'll work closely with senior finance leadership while helping coordinate reporting processes, supporting financial statements, and ensuring the smooth running of core finance operations. What you'll be doing: Supporting the preparation of monthly and quarterly financial reporting Assisting with consolidated financial information across multiple entities Coordinating year-end financial statements and external audit activity Reviewing reconciliations and maintaining strong financial controls Contributing to budgeting and cash flow forecasting Supporting improvements to processes and finance systems where possible Acting as a key point of support for the wider finance team What we're looking for: Availability at short notice - no longer than 2 weeks Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA or equivalent) Strong financial reporting and accounting background (IFRS, FRS 102) Experience working with multi-entity or international structures is helpful Comfortable working remotely and managing deadlines independently This is a great opportunity to join a collaborative finance function and make an immediate impact in a contract role with flexibility. Chalk Hill Group is a Recruitment Agency. By applying for this role you are authorising us as a Recruitment Agency to contact you and provide services and information relating to job hunting activities. Please see our privacy policy on our website.

FP&A Manager - UK Robert Half is looking for a hands-on and experienced FP&A Manager to join a dynamic UK business. This role offers the opportunity to lead financial planning and analysis across multiple sites, providing insight and support to help the business achieve its strategic goals. You will manage one team member and partner with senior leaders to drive budgeting, forecasting, and reporting activities. You will be CIMA, ACCA or ACA qualified (or finalist) accountant on a upward trajectory in your career with strong analytical skills. You will work closely with the Group Financial Controller and CFO who is visible onsite and will support your development. You will have one direct report. Key Responsibilities Lead financial planning and analysis, including annual budgeting, quarterly forecasting, and scenario planning Analyse financial performance against budgets, forecasts, and historical results, identifying trends, risks, and opportunities Provide commercial insight, including revenue, margin, cost analysis, business case modelling, and ad hoc financial scenarios Monitor cash flow and working capital, recommending improvement actions where needed Enhance and streamline financial processes, reporting tools, and models to improve efficiency and accuracy Manage, coach, and develop one direct report Partner with key business stakeholders, presenting financial findings and recommendations to support decision-making Support month-end close processes and contribute to internal and external audit requirements Undertake other finance projects and initiatives as required What We're Looking For Professionally qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent) or finalist. Minimum of 3 years' experience in FP&A, management accounting, or corporate finance Strong experience with budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and management reporting Experience managing people Advanced Excel and financial modelling skills; familiarity with business intelligence tools and ERP systems desirable Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to present financial insights clearly Commercially minded, analytical, and detail-oriented Able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment Proactive and solutions-focused, with a continuous improvement mindset Collaborative and able to build strong relationships across the business This is an exciting opportunity to make a real impact within a growing and dynamic organisation. You'll work closely with senior leadership, contribute to key financial decisions, and play a key role in shaping business performance. The role is located in Bury, applicants must be able to travel to the Bury site for a minimum of 4 days a week. Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data:

Senior Construction Project Manager Bridport Must have strong NEC3 or NEC4 contract experience £450 a day 4 days a week IR35 Status: Optional if TAX status allows Hybrid - Onsite Dorchester/Bridport 2 days a week Commencing July 26 - 18 month contract About Us Connect2Dorset is a managed service agency owned by Dorset Council, providing temporary, contract and interim opportunities within Dorset Council. Our service is built on our values of being ethical, trustworthy and caring, with profits returned to our Local Authority shareholders. Project Overview Construction Value: circa £23m Dorset Council is seeking an experienced Senior Construction Project Manager to lead the delivery of the Bridport Reablement Centre, a 56-bed nurse-led short-term reablement facility forming part of the Council's wider reablement programme. The project is currently at RIBA Stage 4 completion, with the construction contract due to proceed following Cabinet approval in June 2026. Construction will be delivered under NEC4 ECC Option A (Priced Contract with Activity Schedule) with the council's chosen contractor appointed via tender. The appointed Project Manager will play a critical role in client-side construction leadership, ensuring the project is delivered safely, on programme, within budget, and in accordance with Dorset Council governance requirements. The Project Manager will lead the contract administration and support the Client Advisor in ensuring design continuity and strategic oversight. Key Responsibilities - Construction Delivery Leadership Lead the client-side management of the construction phase of the Bridport Reablement Centre project. NEC Day-to-day liaison with: the Council's Construction Partner as NEC4 Contractor; the Council's retained Quantity Surveyor; novated design consultants (engaged through the Contractor); and Dorset Council programme management consultants. Oversee the transition from Stage 4 design completion to Stage 5 construction delivery. Ensure works are delivered in accordance with the Employer's Requirements and NEC4 Scope. Maintain oversight of programme, cost, risk, and quality throughout the construction phase. Governance interfaces: supports CASM and Cabinet reporting cycles; operates within the Council's delegated authority framework for compensation event decisions. Relationship to Client Advisor / Design Continuity function: the NEC4 PM is responsible for contract administration; a separate Client Advisor role holds design continuity and strategic oversight. The PM should work in close co-ordination with that function, escalating design disputes and CDP concerns as required. Project Management Responsibilities Assess and respond to Compensation Event notifications within contractual timescales. Review and accept the Contractor's Programme. Manage the Early Warning process and maintain the risk register. Issue Project Manager instructions where changes to scope are required. Review and accept Contractor Design Portion (CDP) submissions. Certify payments in accordance with the Activity Schedule. The contractors are using Sypro as the change management system for compensation events, early warnings and programme records, The Project Manager would be required to administer this system. Commercial and Risk Management Monitor project costs against the approved budget and cost plan. Work closely with the Council's independent Quantity Surveyor to review compensation events and cost reporting. Scrutinise contractor valuations and ensure robust commercial governance. Maintain and manage the Compensation Event Register and Early Warning Register. Programme Control Monitor contractor programmes and ensure delivery milestones are achieved. Manage key programme risks including power supply upgrades, site logistics and highway approvals. Ensure alignment with Dorset Council governance and Cabinet reporting requirements. Design Continuity and Quality Ensure the design intent agreed at Stage 4 design freeze is maintained during construction. Review contractor design proposals to ensure alignment with the approved technical design. Coordinate with retained design consultants where required. Governance and Reporting Provide regular project reporting to Dorset Council senior leadership and governance groups. Support reporting requirements for Corporate Strategic Asset Management Group (CASM) and Cabinet. Maintain transparent reporting on cost, programme and risk. Stakeholder Management Work closely with Dorset Council sponsors, programme management consultants and the construction partner. Coordinate with design consultants, cost consultants, planning authorities and other stakeholders. Maintain effective communication across the full project team. Essential Experience Experience managing construction projects valued at £20m+. Strong NEC3 or NEC4 contract experience Delivery of complex projects through RIBA Stage 5 construction. Experience in Design & Build procurement routes. Experience working on public sector or local authority projects. Desirable Experience Healthcare or care facility projects. Experience working with CCS frameworks. Experience within Cabinet-level governance environments. Knowledge of BREEAM or sustainability requirements. Connect2Dorset is a trading style of Dorset & Kent Commercial Services LLP - A joint venture between Dorset Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Dorset is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.

Senior Philanthropy Manager Senior Corporate Development Executive Salary: £52,000 per annum. Location: Hybrid Work Culture. We are proud to promote a truly hybrid work culture, recognising that every role is different, and everyone has unique needs and preferences. Our Hybrid Work Arrangement empowers each team member to work with their manager to choose the most effective way to work that balances your needs and Hospice UK's. For this role, we expect someone to come into the office for two or more days a week. One of those days would be a Tuesday when Income Generation & Grants colleagues come into the office. You can work remotely for the rest of the time, but equally, you may prefer to work from the office full-time. You can discuss your preferences as they meet our business needs with your line manager at the start of your employment. You will also need to be available for some out of hours events in the evenings. Contractually this role is London-based. Contract : Permanent. Full time role - 35 hours per week. Benefits: 25 days annual leave rising to 30 days after 2 years (+ an extra 10 days on each 5th year). Pro rata for part time hours Matched pension scheme up to 7% of salary Healthcare plan Support for staff with caring responsibilities Family-friendly culture How to apply: CV and supporting statement - using Hospice UK's supporting statement document - available on our website to download. Closing date for applications: 10:00am on Tuesday 7 April 2026. Interview dates: 15 and 16 April. Interviews will take place online via MS Teams. We'll send assessments and some questions to you in advance so that you can prepare. Let us know if you have any specific needs to be able to fully engage with the process. Job Information: The Role This is an exciting time to join Hospice UK! We are growing significantly as a charity and our brand awareness and profile has never been higher. You will have already proven you can raise significant funds from trusts and foundations and are now looking to develop your skillset and deepen your experience in an exciting new role. This is a great opportunity if you are ambitious and have the passion to excel. Hybrid working is part of the deal too, so you will be looking to work between time in the office and home. As our Senior Philanthropy Manager we see you maximising the capacity of our well-established portfolio of warm trusts and foundations of all sizes via bespoke proposals and relationship management. You'll also be developing exciting new business opportunities as we continue to grow our ambitious but achievable targets, with major income already pledged for future years. You will have the chance to work with large funders like the National Lottery, Wolfson Foundation, Masonic Charitable Foundation and others. You'll be writing complex applications to secure new, multi-year income for interesting and fundable projects, as well as growing our pipeline of unrestricted income for the charity. You will also be supporting the Head of Philanthropy and Philanthropy Manager (major donors) as well as line-managing the Philanthropy Assistant. The Team We are a supportive and collaborative team of four, focussed on delivering over £1.5M per year from trusts and major donors. Hospice UK offers a vibrant and rewarding work environment with a great culture of sharing, learning, social activities, and regular meet-ups. We work collaboratively, support each other, commiserate our failures and celebrate our successes! At Hospice UK you will have the structure, support and opportunities to develop a stellar track-record and work towards your career goals. We pride ourselves as one of the best in the sector for providing excellent development and training opportunities for our fundraisers. About You You are a positive, creative, and proactive individual who embraces the challenge of a diverse portfolio. With success in cultivating new relationships, as well as managing existing donors, you will have the drive to succeed as a self-starter with excellent written and verbal communication skills. You'll already have great database and prospect research skills, and pride yourself on your organisation and attention to detail. You will be able to quickly form relationships with internal and external partners, and act as a representative for Hospice UK. You will have a track record of generating income and hitting your targets through high quality applications and excellent reporting and account management. More information is available in the candidate information pack, which is available on our website to download.

Senior Charge Nurse Location: Rachel House, Kinross Salary: £52,261 - £59,573 per annum + 5% on call and 6% shift allowance (pro rata) Contract Type: Permanent, Full time 37.5 hours per week Closing Date: 06/04/:59 The Vacancy Are you a compassionate and experienced community nurse leader ready to take the next step in your career? Community support for children and families is evolving and growing rapidly, and home is increasingly becoming families preferred place of care. The addition of a third Senior Charge Nurse (SCN) community role within CHAS demonstrates our commitment to supporting this need and providing leadership as services develop and we work towards transforming the experience of children s palliative care across Scotland. About the Role As a Senior Charge Nurse, you ll be a visible leader, responsible for the coordination and delivery of safe, high-quality, holistic, person-centred care for children and young people with life-shortening conditions. You ll lead clinical practice, enhance patient experience, manage team performance, and contribute to CHAS s strategic goals. You ll also participate in our nurse on-call rota and hold the role of registered manager under Care Inspectorate regulations. Working with CHAS provides a unique opportunity to support children and families to make the most of their precious time together; as a team, we make extraordinary things happen every day. About You To thrive in this role, you ll bring: Paediatric Nursing Degree / Registered Nurse (Child), Registered Nurse (Learning Disability) (Master s level study is an advantage) Extensive experience in senior nursing roles (NHS Band 6 or above) (Community experience an advantage) Expertise in children s palliative and end-of-life care Proven leadership and service development experience Strong clinical skills in paediatric complex care Track record of supporting change management in teams A passion for quality improvement and collaborative working Why CHAS? Working with CHAS provides a unique opportunity to support children and families to make the most of their precious time together; as a team, we make extraordinary things happen every day. Our children s palliative care nurses report great satisfaction in being able to provide high quality nursing care in a supportive team with exciting career development opportunities. Some of the benefits you can expect to receive from working with CHAS: The opportunity to pay into an existing NHS scheme or membership of local government pension scheme Enhanced pay for unsocial hours and overtime Generous annual leave entitlement (matched to current service-based enhanced entitlement with NHS, up to a maximum of 40 days) Ability to offer choice around preferred place of care and support Opportunities for further learning and development Access to a range of tools to support wellbeing The opportunity to work within a multi-disciplinary team which includes volunteers Working within an experienced and supportive team, Free on-site parking. Commitment to support clinical skills to enable development and support collaborative working across all health and social care settings. How to Apply If this sounds like the opportunity for you, we d love to hear from you! Click apply and you will be redirected to our careers page to complete your application.

Solutions Analyst Staffordshire (Hybrid - 1 day per week onsite)£50,000 + benefitsPermanent We're working with a growing organisation undergoing a significant period of transformation, looking to bring in a Solutions Analyst to play a key role in bridging the gap between business needs and technical delivery. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working across both analysis and delivery, with the autonomy to influence change and drive improvements across the business. The Role You'll work closely with stakeholders across the organisation to: Understand and document business requirements Analyse and map existing processes, identifying opportunities for improvement Translate business needs into clear, actionable technical solutions Support the delivery of change initiatives from concept through to implementation Build business cases and recommend solutions aligned to strategic objectives Ensure successful adoption and measurable outcomes from delivered solutions This role offers a blend of Business Analysis and Project Delivery, giving you ownership from initial discovery through to real-world impact. Key Responsibilities Lead requirements gathering through workshops, interviews, and analysis Create clear documentation including process maps, data models, and requirement catalogues Work closely with technical teams to shape and deliver solutions Manage and track requirements through to delivery, ensuring alignment and traceability Engage stakeholders at all levels, including senior leadership Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and operational efficiency Support governance processes, risk management, and reporting What We're Looking For Proven experience in a Solutions Analyst / Business Analyst role with delivery exposure Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and challenge Experience working across end-to-end change or transformation initiatives Ability to translate complex business problems into structured solutions Experience with process mapping tools (e.g. Visio, BPMN, UML) Familiarity with project methodologies (Agile, PRINCE2, etc.) Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving capability Why Apply? Opportunity to play a key role in meaningful transformation projects High level of ownership and visibility across the business Collaborative environment with strong stakeholder engagement Hybrid working and competitive benefits package Solution Analyst, Business Analyst, Project Manager

Site Manager - Oxford Senior Site Manager / Site Manager - Laboratory RefurbishmentLocation: Oxford Salary: £50,000 - £65,000 + Car Allowance + Benefits Sector: Construction Refurbishment Specialist EnvironmentsSEO The OpportunityWe are working exclusively with a leading regional contractor to recruit a Senior Site Manager or experienced Site Manager for a high-profile refurbishment scheme in Oxford. This is an excellent opportunity for a Site Manager in Oxford to take full ownership of a £3 million laboratory refurbishment project within a controlled environment.The role offers genuine progression, with routes into Project Management or Contracts Management as the business continues to grow. This contractor has a strong pipeline across specialist refurbishment, education, commercial and technical projects in Oxfordshire. Key ResponsibilitiesSite LeadershipLead all day to day operations on site, ensuring work is delivered safely, compliantly and to a high technical standard.Programme ManagementManage the sequencing, short-term planning and progress of a fast track refurbishment project.CoordinationWork closely with design teams, specialist subcontractors and suppliers to resolve technical issues efficiently and maintain project momentum.Quality & SafetyMaintain high levels of workmanship and implement strong health & safety procedures throughout the project.Client InteractionAct as the main on-site representative, maintaining strong relationships with client teams and ensuring expectations are met. What We're Looking For Proven experience as a Senior Site Manager or Site Manager on refurbishment or fit out schemes Strong understanding of design & build processes and JCT contracts Experience working in laboratories, healthcare, education, or controlled technical environments is beneficial Ability to manage fast-track, technically demanding projects Strong organisational, leadership and communication skills SMSTS, CSCS (Manager), First Aid essential; MCIOB advantageous Full UK driving licence What's on Offer Salary of £50,000 - £65,000 plus car allowance and benefits Opportunity to deliver a high profile, technically complex laboratory refurbishment Long-term progression with a growing regional contractor Exposure to specialist sectors with strong and stable future demand How to ApplyIf you are interested in this Site Manager Oxford opportunity, please apply via the link or contact James Mitchell at the Hays Southampton office for a confidential discussion. #

Operations Planning Manager Role Overview On behalf of our client, a rapidly growing commercial vehicle conversion and specialist build business operating across multiple UK sites, we are recruiting a Sales & Operations Planning Manager to support continued expansion and operational scalability. This strategic and operational leadership role is responsible for aligning sales demand, operational capacity, and margin performance across the organisation. The successful candidate will lead the Sales & Operations Planning process, translating the sales pipeline into structured production plans while ensuring operational capability supports sustainable and profitable revenue growth. Key Activities S&OP Leadership • Design and lead the monthly Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) process. • Develop and maintain a rolling 3 12-month demand and capacity plan across all sites. • Provide scenario modelling to support growth planning, contract wins, and operational investment decisions. • Present demand, capacity, and risk analysis to senior leadership. Demand & Commercial Planning • Collaborate closely with the Sales Manager to review sales pipeline and forecast demand. • Phase contract wins and new work to align with operational capacity and margin targets. • Challenge commercially unsustainable or operationally unachievable demand intake. Capacity & Production Planning • Own and manage the Master Production Schedule within EPICOR ERP. • Lead, coach, and develop the production scheduling team. • Balance labour loading and production flow across multiple operational sites. • Identify production bottlenecks and capacity constraints. • Drive improvements in utilisation, throughput, and production lead times. ERP / Systems Ownership • Lead planning functionality and best practice use of EPICOR ERP. • Optimise MRP configuration, reporting capability, and system workflows. • Ensure data integrity across demand planning, inventory management, and production modules. • Develop dashboards and operational KPIs including OTIF, utilisation, WIP, and throughput, using Power BI. Operational Performance • Improve demand planning accuracy and forecasting reliability. • Protect gross margin through disciplined production phasing and controlled intake. • Drive continuous improvement across production scheduling and planning processes. • Support operational scalability as the business expands across additional sites. Skills & Experience Essential • Proven leadership experience in Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) or demand planning. • Strong background within manufacturing, engineering, automotive, or commercial vehicle environments. • Demonstrable experience operating and managing MRP/ERP systems. • Experience leading and developing production scheduling or planning teams. • Strong commercial awareness with experience supporting revenue growth in scaling organisations. • Confident communicator able to influence sales teams and senior stakeholders. Desirable • Hands-on experience using EPICOR ERP. • Experience implementing or improving S&OP processes in multi-site environments. • Experience building Power BI dashboards or operational reporting frameworks.

Site Manager Social Housing Roofing & Solar Location: Hemel Hempstead Competitive Salary Package including company vehicle once Perm We are recruiting an experienced Site Manager to oversee pitched roofing replacement works within the social housing sector, including integrated solar panel installations. This role involves managing multiple roofing projects, ensuring works are delivered safely, on time, and to a high standard while maintaining excellent communication with clients and residents. The works are on a mix of houses and flats, not construction sites and you will need to be driving from site to site on a daily basis. Key Responsibilities for the Site Manager Social Housing Roofing & Solar Oversee pitched roof replacement projects within occupied social housing. Manage roofing contractors, scaffold teams, and solar installers. Coordinate works involving recessed solar panel systems within tiled roofs. Ensure site safety and compliance, including awareness of asbestos and gas works where relevant. Carry out roof and Gas flue surveys / inspections prior to works. Maintain photographic evidence and site records for compliance and reporting. Liaise with clients, residents, and internal teams. Manage programme delivery using systems such as EasyBOP, SharePoint or similar reporting tools. Communicate all of the above effectively to the client and senior MGMT team Requirements for the Site Manager Social Housing Roofing & Solar Proven experience as a Site Manager within social housing refurbishment or roofing works. Strong knowledge of pitched roofing systems. Experience coordinating solar PV installations on residential roofs. Ability to manage scaffolding and multi-trade site operations. Experience conducting roof surveys and inspections. Strong reporting and documentation skills. Qualifications for the Site Manager Social Housing Roofing & Solar SMSTS Asbestos Awareness First Aid Experience working within social housing frameworks Driving License Desirable for the Site Manager Social Housing Roofing & Solar Experience working on renewable energy / solar programmes Knowledge of EasyBOP / SharePoint / ECO online for H&S Experience with occupied properties and resident liaison The Opportunity for the Site Manager Social Housing Roofing & Solar This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing contractor delivering large-scale social housing roofing and energy upgrade programmes, combining roof replacement with renewable energy solutions. Fore more information please send up to date CV to (url removed)

We're thrilled to be partnering with a fast-growing, award-winning manufacturing company to find a Finance Business Partner . This is a newly created role due to a period of growth, both organic and through acquisition. This is a chance to work at the heart of the business, collaborating with senior leaders across operational and commercial teams to drive projects, profitability, and growth. Key Responsibilities: Be the go-to financial partner for project managers and senior stakeholders, providing insight that shapes key business decisions. Take ownership of annual budgeting, long-term planning, and strategic analysis, influencing the direction of the business. Provide clear, actionable financial intelligence that directly supports high-profile projects and commercial initiatives. Drive efficiency, improve reporting, and implement best-in-class financial processes. Identify project-level risks and opportunities, recommending corrective actions. Support divisional finance leads with FP&A and performance reviews. Champion improvements in reporting, tools, and processes. Ideally you will be able to demonstrate the below qualifications/experience: Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent). Previous experience as a Finance Business Partner-ideally in engineering, construction, utilities, infrastructure, or project-led environments. Strong commercial mindset with sharp analytical skills. Confident communicator, able to influence and challenge at all levels. Advanced Excel skills; ERP experience a bonus. Hands-on, proactive approach with a focus on continuous improvement. Sharp Consultancy is a finance and accountancy recruitment specialist assisting accounting and finance divisions of businesses in the Yorkshire and Derbyshire area. With over 30 years' experience we pride ourselves on sourcing excellent finance professionals across all divisions of an accounts function. Candidates must be eligible to work in the UK full time without restriction. To apply please send your CV to the e-mail address stated, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on. Due to the high volume of applications, we receive it is not always possible to respond to unsuccessful applicants. Therefore, if we have not responded to your application within seven days, please note that on this occasion your application has not been successful.

Senior Technical Manager - East London A great opportunity has arisen for a Senior Technical Manager to join a well-established residential developer delivering a significant scheme in East London. This position offers the chance to take ownership of the technical function on complex, design-led developments and play a key role in driving projects from planning through to completion. The company is recognised for delivering high-quality homes and vibrant mixed-use communities across London. They are looking for an experienced technical professional who can confidently manage consultant teams, ensure design coordination and support the wider project team in delivering successful developments. Key responsibilities: Taking responsibility for the technical delivery of residential and mixed-use projects Managing and coordinating external consultants including architects and engineers Driving design development through planning, tender and construction stages Reviewing drawings and technical documentation to ensure accuracy, compliance and buildability Managing design programmes and ensuring information is issued in line with project timelines Resolving technical challenges and providing solutions throughout the build process Ensuring compliance with building regulations and statutory approvals Supporting procurement of specialist subcontractor design packages Attending design team and site meetings to monitor progress and maintain coordination The ideal candidate will have a degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management or a similar discipline, along with strong experience working on residential developments. The ability to manage multiple consultants, maintain design quality and work collaboratively with project teams will be key to success in this role. Competitive salary + package (dependent on experience).

Kerry Robert Associates is looking for a strong Hotel Finance Manager for a well-known hotel in Scotland near Edinburgh, on behalf of a company with an impressive hotel portfolio through Europe. The ideal candidate needs to be extremely hotel focussed and have a strong finance background. This role requires someone who has experience in preparing month-end journals/reviewing a P&L/Balance sheet Recs and working closely with the hotel management team. If you come from a hospitality finance background and looking for a senior finance role, this is a great opportunity not to be missed. Requirements Experience as a Finance Supervisor / Assistant Financial Controller / Finance Manager (min 3 years+) Have worked in a hotel finance department for at least 2 years Broad knowledge of all areas of a hotel finance department A forward-thinking person who embraces technology A motivated individual Self-accounting experience IT proficient in hotel PMS/EPOS systems Benefits Salary package: Between 38,000 - 40,000 plus benefits ( ) This is an on-site role (no hybrid working available) ( ) Candidates must be eligible to work in the UK

Quality Manager Education and Assessments Location: Hybrid Birmingham, Fort Dunlop B24 9FD Attendance once a week on a Monday Salary: £48,000 £50,000 per annum, DOE + Excellent Benefits Contract Type: Full Time, Permanent What We Can Offer You: 25 Days Annual Leave (Pro-Rata for Part-time and Fixed-Term Roles), Additional Holiday Purchase, Hybrid Working, Performance-Related Bonus, Life Assurance, Vitality Private Healthcare, Subsidised Gym Memberships, Cycle to Work Scheme, Discount Vouchers and Access to Wellbeing Resources Why Do We Want You We are looking for a dedicated and experienced Quality Manager with a strong background in End Point Assessment (EPA) and Apprenticeship assessment. You will bring proven expertise in overseeing complex assessment operations, ensuring quality and compliance across multiple programmes, and leading improvements in assessment methodology and assurance. In this role, you will provide strategic leadership while maintaining operational oversight of assessment delivery, internal quality assurance, and stakeholder management. We re looking for someone who can combine deep regulatory understanding with confident decision making, strengthen our assessment frameworks, and support ICA s mission to set industry leading standards in regulatory and financial crime compliance education. Please note: To complete your application, you will be redirected to Wilmington Plc s career site. At Wilmington Plc, we celebrate individuality and are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace. As a Disability Confident employer, we shortlist all applicants who meet the essential role criteria and guarantee an interview for candidates with disabilities who meet these criteria. For reasonable adjustments or to apply under our interview guarantee scheme, please use the contact details provided once you have clicked apply ! Job Purpose, Tasks and Responsibilities Main Purpose of the Role: The Quality Assurance Manager is a senior leadership position within the Assessment team, acting as the Deputy to the Director of Assessments. You will provide strategic oversight of apprenticeship End Point Assessment activity and quality assurance across ICA, Apprenticeship Assessment, CLTI, and Bond Solon. You will lead on quality strategy, ensure the integrity of assessment processes, and provide expert guidance to assessors, markers, moderators, and IQA personnel. With responsibility for managing internal and external stakeholders, you will support effective project management and operational delivery across all assessment functions. Your leadership will ensure that all programmes meet regulatory requirements and uphold the highest standards of validity, reliability, and fairness. Tasks and Responsibilities: Key Responsibilities: • Ensure full compliance with Ofqual, Skills England, and other regulatory/accreditation bodies, with a strong focus on Apprenticeship End Point Assessment. • Develop, review, and maintain robust assessment and IQA policies, procedures, and documentation. • Lead continuous improvement of assessment processes, including moderation, verification, and standardisation, ensuring consistency and accuracy across all programmes. • Manage internal and external audits and provide expert guidance to leadership on regulatory updates, sector changes, and professional standards. • Oversee quality and assessment standards across ICA, Apprenticeship Assessment, CLTI, and Bond Solon, ensuring all activity meets regulatory and internal benchmarks. • Collaborate with assessment teams, senior leaders, external partners, and employer stakeholders to embed best practice quality management. • Support the recruitment, training, development, and performance of assessors, examiners, moderators, and IQAs, with emphasis on EPA capability. • Lead and deliver standardisation activity and training for markers, assessors, and IQA personnel. • Engage effectively with stakeholders to enhance assessment methodologies, learner experience, and EPA delivery. • Maintain accurate assessment and quality assurance records in line with regulatory requirements. • Identify and implement improvements and innovations in assessment and quality assurance processes. • Provide reports, insights, and recommendations to Assessment Boards and senior leadership on quality, compliance, and improvement strategies. • Support project management and operational coordination across assessment delivery to ensure efficiency and strong stakeholder alignment. What s the Best Thing About This Role You will have the opportunity to lead and shape the strategic direction of quality assurance across diverse assessment programmes, including high-stake End Point Assessments. Your work will directly enhance standards, strengthen compliance, and elevate the learner and apprentice experience. This role allows you to influence assessment excellence on a large scale while working with highly skilled and committed teams. What s the Most Challenging Thing About This Role Balancing rigorous regulatory requirements (particularly for Apprenticeships and EPA) with the need for continuous improvement and efficient operational delivery. You will need to maintain strategic oversight while being closely involved in day-to-day assessment functions across multiple programmes, navigating a complex landscape of stakeholders, standards, and deadlines. What We re Looking For To be successful in this role, you must have/be: • Experience in a quality assurance, compliance, or regulatory role within an education, training, or assessment environment. • Understanding of assessment and qualification frameworks (e.g. Apprenticeship Assessment). • Experience working with awarding organisations, professional bodies, or regulatory agencies (e.g., Ofqual, Skills England and DfE). • Relevant qualifications in education, assessment, compliance, or quality assurance (e.g., Certificate in Assessment Practice, Level 4 Award in Internal Quality Assurance, or equivalent). To be successful in this role, it would be great if you have: • Strong project management and process improvement skills. We know it s not a skill, but the successful candidate must have permission to work in the role s location by the start of their employment. About us Wilmington plc is a dynamic and expanding group of companies with a common aim turning knowledge into advantage. We provide information and training to professional business markets within the Risk & Compliance, Finance, Legal and Insight sectors. Our businesses enable professionals and their organisations to perform better by providing quality, relevant and reliable information, education and knowledge. We share ideas and successes across the group, harness shared resources and focus on our customers needs. Join us and do Work That Means Something At Wilmington plc, we help global customers to do the right business in the right way providing trusted data, insights, and education to navigate the Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC) landscape. When you join us, you ll not only make a real difference for our customers, you ll also enjoy flexibility through hybrid working and benefit from a wide range of learning, career, and development opportunities. Whether you're just starting out, returning to work after a break, or looking to take your next step, you ll be doing work with meaning. 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Buyer - Procurement - Purchasing - Manufacturing - Engineering North Somerset (M5 Corridor) - Hybrid (3 Days Onsite) £Very Competitive (DOE) + Bonus + Pension + Benefits A growing UK engineering and environmental solutions manufacturer, part of a FTSE-listed global infrastructure group, is seeking a proactive Buyer to support the development of its centralised procurement function. Based in North Somerset along the M5 corridor - commutable from Bristol, Bath, Weston-super-Mare, Portishead and surrounding areas - this hybrid role requires three days per week onsite. This position offers a genuine pathway into more strategic procurement within a manufacturing environment, rather than remaining purely transactional. About the Business The organisation manufactures specialist water management and environmental infrastructure products supplied to municipal, industrial and construction sectors across the UK and overseas. As part of a wider transformation programme, procurement is being strengthened to improve supplier control, stock planning and commercial governance. The Role - Buyer Working closely with the Procurement Manager and Senior Buyer, you will support day-to-day purchasing across engineered product categories including: Mouldings Castings Electronic components Fabricated parts Precast materials Packaging and freight You will help ensure continuity of supply while contributing to improved purchasing discipline and supplier coordination. Key Responsibilities Raise purchase orders and manage requisitions via ERP systems Expedite orders and ensure on-time delivery Compare supplier quotations and analyse pricing Maintain accurate procurement data Support supplier performance monitoring Assist in embedding procurement policies Identify stock planning improvement opportunities This is not a purely administrative purchasing role. You will develop commercial exposure and supplier interaction over time. About You You will likely have: 2-4 years' experience in purchasing or procurement Manufacturing or engineering sector exposure ERP system experience Strong organisation and attention to detail Confidence communicating with suppliers Understanding of procurement processes CIPS study or professional development interest advantageous. What's On Offer Hybrid working (3 days onsite in North Somerset) Annual discretionary bonus Pension and life assurance Structured progression within procurement Opportunity to grow within a developing function Backing of a global infrastructure group This role suits a motivated Buyer seeking progression within a technically driven manufacturing environment.