Head of Development Department: Development Line Manager: Director of Audiences and Growth Reports From: Development Officer, Freelance Bid Writer Salary: £43,000 - £52,500 The Belgrade theatre has big growth plans with a vibrant programme; we are proud of our reputation for excellent stewardship and donor care. We are a National Portfolio Organisation, funded by Arts Council England, and enjoy the support of many individuals, trust and foundations and corporate supporters. We are now looking for an ambitious, creative, and energetic fundraiser to help take us into our next chapter. You might be an experienced Development leader or someone looking to take that next step, or perhaps this could be a lateral move from another related sector. We are open to discussing flexible working patterns, and you will be able to shape the role around your particular skills and experience. You will have the full support of the CEO, senior team and Board of Trustees, and we will work with you to ensure you continue to develop in your professional practice. You will have the satisfaction of knowing that your work is making a real difference in supporting the Belgrade Theatre realise its Story of Change and continue to build on our co-creation model of developing theatre by and with the people of Coventry. You will be joining us at an exciting time whilst we build the production of our new co-created show Nanny of the Maroons, and your skills and expertise in fundraising and income-generation activity, will support us to launch this production in a way that can have real impact for the people of Coventry; whilst shaping a sustainable future for the organisation, and achieving an annual revenue funding target of £450K. This is a hands-on role focused on delivering fundraising activity, supporting income generation through campaigns, events, partnerships and donor stewardship. You will build meaningful relationships with donors, partners, and funders, working on strategies that support artistic ambition, creative learning and community engagement programmes, and long-term organisational growth. This role will suit someone who is organised, proactive and confident in delivering fundraising activity, and who can bring practical ideas that connect with Coventry s diverse communities. Key Working Relationships: Internal: Director of Audiences and Growth, CEO, Artistic Director and Director of Producing and Co-creation. This role will line manage the Development Officer and oversee freelance bid writers. This role needs to have constructive relationships with all departments within the business including working closely with the audiences, marketing and communications team and colleagues across Box Office, Finance and Front of House. You will deliver a programme of fundraising activity including memberships, small, mid-scale and larger trusts and foundations, community fundraising, sponsorship and local business partnerships. External: Trusts and Foundations, Donors, High Net worth individuals, Members, Individual Giving, Stakeholders, Volunteers and Business Networks Key Responsibilities: Strategic Leadership Develop and deliver a multi-year fundraising strategy aligned with organisational priorities Lead on income diversification across individual giving/membership, major gifts, legacies, trusts and foundations, corporate partnerships, campaigns and events Set and monitor annual income targets with clear KPIs and reporting structure Fundraising Campaigns & Income Generation Develop and deliver audience-focused fundraising campaigns that support theatre programming, community engagement and audience development. Identify and implement practical income opportunities, such as round-up donations, maximising Gift Aid and testing messaging at key audience touchpoints. Events & Community Fundraising Plan, promote and deliver fundraising events including donor evenings and follow up donor cultivation, community fundraising activities and donor profile events Work collaboratively with colleagues and volunteers to ensure events are well organised and provide a positive supporter experience. Trusts, Memberships & Partnerships Research, write and submit applications to small, mid-scale and large trusts and foundations aligned with The Belgrade s artistic, co-creation, educational and community activity to ensure we meet our target of 10% of turnover against fundraising activity Review and refresh The Belgrade s s membership schemes, sponsorship offers and local business fundraising opportunities. Develop proposals to support income from individuals, trusts and community partners. Establish and Develop a Legacy programme with the associated campaign Donor Stewardship & Supporter Care Support and steward donors, members and supporters through appropriate communication, recognition and reporting. Ensure donor recognition is accurate and visible across digital, print and in-venue materials. Experience of managing a varied pipeline of fundraising prospects, including identification of key internal and external milestones Digital Fundraising & Communications Work with the Marketing team to create fundraising content for email, web and social media. Use storytelling to promote THE BELGRADE s charitable activity and encourage supporter engagement. Monitoring, Reporting & Compliance Maintain accurate donor records. Track fundraising income and prepare reports for internal and external stakeholders. Ensure all fundraising activity complies with GDPR, Gift Aid requirements and Fundraising Regulator guidance. Planning, Collaboration & Good Practice Contribute to the delivery of agreed annual fundraising plans, supporting our Audiences and Marketing team by tracking activity and progress against targets. Stay informed about THE BELGRADE s artistic programme and community work, working with colleagues across departments to support clear and relevant case for support. Build and maintain networks with fundraising colleagues in the arts and charity sectors, sharing learning and good practice with THE BELGRADE particularly at a local and regional level Contribute positively to THE BELGRADE s inclusive, collaborative and community-focused culture, supporting volunteers involved in fundraising activity where appropriate. Set company wide strategies to maximise individual giving around our Making Memories campaign for Pantomime and our Stage for All campaign that supports co-creation. General Keep up to date with emerging technologies and industry trends to improve efficiency and fundraising potential. Maintain a strong applicable knowledge of the theatre s programme, strategy and business plan. Attend staff meetings / training as required. Adhere to policies and procedures and act as an ambassador for best practice. What Success Looks Like Reaching our fundraising target of £450k Growth in philanthropic income year-on-year Strong donor engagement, both recruitment and retention Increase in size and diversity of membership base including renewal of lapsed bookers A motivated, high-performing development team Clear, compelling fundraising messaging around The Belgrade s case for support embedded across the organisation A sustainable funding model that supports artistic excellence and community impact The postholder will be required to work from the theatre in Coventry, although some flexibility for occasional working from home is available subject to the needs of the business. This role may require working weekends and evenings for attendance at Guest Nights and Stakeholder Events etc. from time to time for which time off can be taken in lieu. Please note the job description for this position may be reviewed and amended to incorporate future business needs. Person Specification: Essential - the successful candidate will meet the majority of these requirements. Experience delivering fundraising campaigns. Experience stewarding and supporting donors or supporters. Experience writing successful funding applications. Experience planning and delivering fundraising or community events. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Understanding of fundraising compliance, including GDPR and Gift Aid. Awareness of current fundraising trends and inclusive fundraising practices. Proactive, organised and hands-on approach. Confidence building and maintaining professional relationships with a range of stakeholders Commitment to inclusivity, ethical fundraising and community values. Collaborative, adaptable and solution focused. Experience cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding donors or supporters Experience using CRM or database systems to manage supporter data Willingness to embrace the Belgrade s Brand Values A genuine interest in inclusive arts, music and social impact Desirable Experience of developing new fundraising initiatives from conception to realisation Experience of budget responsibility and reporting on achievements against targets Knowledge and experience of major gift fundraising Apply Now . click apply for full job details
Mar 25, 2026
Full time
Head of Development Department: Development Line Manager: Director of Audiences and Growth Reports From: Development Officer, Freelance Bid Writer Salary: £43,000 - £52,500 The Belgrade theatre has big growth plans with a vibrant programme; we are proud of our reputation for excellent stewardship and donor care. We are a National Portfolio Organisation, funded by Arts Council England, and enjoy the support of many individuals, trust and foundations and corporate supporters. We are now looking for an ambitious, creative, and energetic fundraiser to help take us into our next chapter. You might be an experienced Development leader or someone looking to take that next step, or perhaps this could be a lateral move from another related sector. We are open to discussing flexible working patterns, and you will be able to shape the role around your particular skills and experience. You will have the full support of the CEO, senior team and Board of Trustees, and we will work with you to ensure you continue to develop in your professional practice. You will have the satisfaction of knowing that your work is making a real difference in supporting the Belgrade Theatre realise its Story of Change and continue to build on our co-creation model of developing theatre by and with the people of Coventry. You will be joining us at an exciting time whilst we build the production of our new co-created show Nanny of the Maroons, and your skills and expertise in fundraising and income-generation activity, will support us to launch this production in a way that can have real impact for the people of Coventry; whilst shaping a sustainable future for the organisation, and achieving an annual revenue funding target of £450K. This is a hands-on role focused on delivering fundraising activity, supporting income generation through campaigns, events, partnerships and donor stewardship. You will build meaningful relationships with donors, partners, and funders, working on strategies that support artistic ambition, creative learning and community engagement programmes, and long-term organisational growth. This role will suit someone who is organised, proactive and confident in delivering fundraising activity, and who can bring practical ideas that connect with Coventry s diverse communities. Key Working Relationships: Internal: Director of Audiences and Growth, CEO, Artistic Director and Director of Producing and Co-creation. This role will line manage the Development Officer and oversee freelance bid writers. This role needs to have constructive relationships with all departments within the business including working closely with the audiences, marketing and communications team and colleagues across Box Office, Finance and Front of House. You will deliver a programme of fundraising activity including memberships, small, mid-scale and larger trusts and foundations, community fundraising, sponsorship and local business partnerships. External: Trusts and Foundations, Donors, High Net worth individuals, Members, Individual Giving, Stakeholders, Volunteers and Business Networks Key Responsibilities: Strategic Leadership Develop and deliver a multi-year fundraising strategy aligned with organisational priorities Lead on income diversification across individual giving/membership, major gifts, legacies, trusts and foundations, corporate partnerships, campaigns and events Set and monitor annual income targets with clear KPIs and reporting structure Fundraising Campaigns & Income Generation Develop and deliver audience-focused fundraising campaigns that support theatre programming, community engagement and audience development. Identify and implement practical income opportunities, such as round-up donations, maximising Gift Aid and testing messaging at key audience touchpoints. Events & Community Fundraising Plan, promote and deliver fundraising events including donor evenings and follow up donor cultivation, community fundraising activities and donor profile events Work collaboratively with colleagues and volunteers to ensure events are well organised and provide a positive supporter experience. Trusts, Memberships & Partnerships Research, write and submit applications to small, mid-scale and large trusts and foundations aligned with The Belgrade s artistic, co-creation, educational and community activity to ensure we meet our target of 10% of turnover against fundraising activity Review and refresh The Belgrade s s membership schemes, sponsorship offers and local business fundraising opportunities. Develop proposals to support income from individuals, trusts and community partners. Establish and Develop a Legacy programme with the associated campaign Donor Stewardship & Supporter Care Support and steward donors, members and supporters through appropriate communication, recognition and reporting. Ensure donor recognition is accurate and visible across digital, print and in-venue materials. Experience of managing a varied pipeline of fundraising prospects, including identification of key internal and external milestones Digital Fundraising & Communications Work with the Marketing team to create fundraising content for email, web and social media. Use storytelling to promote THE BELGRADE s charitable activity and encourage supporter engagement. Monitoring, Reporting & Compliance Maintain accurate donor records. Track fundraising income and prepare reports for internal and external stakeholders. Ensure all fundraising activity complies with GDPR, Gift Aid requirements and Fundraising Regulator guidance. Planning, Collaboration & Good Practice Contribute to the delivery of agreed annual fundraising plans, supporting our Audiences and Marketing team by tracking activity and progress against targets. Stay informed about THE BELGRADE s artistic programme and community work, working with colleagues across departments to support clear and relevant case for support. Build and maintain networks with fundraising colleagues in the arts and charity sectors, sharing learning and good practice with THE BELGRADE particularly at a local and regional level Contribute positively to THE BELGRADE s inclusive, collaborative and community-focused culture, supporting volunteers involved in fundraising activity where appropriate. Set company wide strategies to maximise individual giving around our Making Memories campaign for Pantomime and our Stage for All campaign that supports co-creation. General Keep up to date with emerging technologies and industry trends to improve efficiency and fundraising potential. Maintain a strong applicable knowledge of the theatre s programme, strategy and business plan. Attend staff meetings / training as required. Adhere to policies and procedures and act as an ambassador for best practice. What Success Looks Like Reaching our fundraising target of £450k Growth in philanthropic income year-on-year Strong donor engagement, both recruitment and retention Increase in size and diversity of membership base including renewal of lapsed bookers A motivated, high-performing development team Clear, compelling fundraising messaging around The Belgrade s case for support embedded across the organisation A sustainable funding model that supports artistic excellence and community impact The postholder will be required to work from the theatre in Coventry, although some flexibility for occasional working from home is available subject to the needs of the business. This role may require working weekends and evenings for attendance at Guest Nights and Stakeholder Events etc. from time to time for which time off can be taken in lieu. Please note the job description for this position may be reviewed and amended to incorporate future business needs. Person Specification: Essential - the successful candidate will meet the majority of these requirements. Experience delivering fundraising campaigns. Experience stewarding and supporting donors or supporters. Experience writing successful funding applications. Experience planning and delivering fundraising or community events. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Understanding of fundraising compliance, including GDPR and Gift Aid. Awareness of current fundraising trends and inclusive fundraising practices. Proactive, organised and hands-on approach. Confidence building and maintaining professional relationships with a range of stakeholders Commitment to inclusivity, ethical fundraising and community values. Collaborative, adaptable and solution focused. Experience cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding donors or supporters Experience using CRM or database systems to manage supporter data Willingness to embrace the Belgrade s Brand Values A genuine interest in inclusive arts, music and social impact Desirable Experience of developing new fundraising initiatives from conception to realisation Experience of budget responsibility and reporting on achievements against targets Knowledge and experience of major gift fundraising Apply Now . click apply for full job details
What if you could join a brand that's not just growing - but scaling globally at pace? This high-growth international eCommerce business operates in the health, wellness, and lifestyle space, delivering premium, science-led products to customers worldwide. With a strong presence across multiple markets and ambitious expansion plans, they're building a performance-driven marketing function that sits at the heart of their growth. The Role We're looking for a Paid Media Specialist to join a fast-paced, collaborative team and support performance across multiple markets. This is a hands-on role where you'll be deep in the data, managing and optimising campaigns across paid social and paid search. You'll work closely with creative, eCommerce, and analytics teams to ensure campaigns are not only well executed but continuously improving. From testing new creatives to refining targeting and analysing performance, you'll play a key role in driving customer acquisition and revenue growth. Day to day, you'll be: Supporting the execution of paid media strategy across key markets Managing campaigns across platforms such as Meta and Google Monitoring performance daily and making data-led optimisation decisions Testing creatives, messaging, and landing pages to improve results Collaborating with creative teams to develop high-performing assets Analysing campaign data to identify trends and growth opportunities Reporting on key metrics including ROAS, CPA, CTR, CVR, and revenue Supporting international campaigns through localisation and audience insights Maintaining strong account structure, tracking, and best practices Keeping up to date with platform updates, trends, and competitor activity Skills & Experience You'll already have a solid foundation in paid media but be eager to keep learning and pushing performance further. 2-4 years' experience in paid media, performance marketing, or digital advertising Hands-on experience with Meta Ads and Google Ads Strong understanding of targeting, bidding, budgeting, and optimisation Confidence working with data and turning insights into actions Familiarity with tools such as GA4, Meta Ads Manager, Google Ads, and Looker Studio Strong analytical mindset and attention to detail Ability to manage multiple campaigns and priorities effectively Clear communication skills and a proactive, test-and-learn attitude Desirable experience includes working within eCommerce or DTC brands, exposure to international campaigns, and familiarity with additional channels such as TikTok or affiliates. An understanding of attribution, tracking, feed-based campaigns, or platforms like Shopify would also be beneficial, along with an interest in health, wellness, or lifestyle brands. Benefits Alongside a competitive salary, you'll benefit from fully remote working and the flexibility that comes with it, as well as the opportunity to work on genuinely global campaigns for a rapidly scaling brand. You'll be part of a team where your work has real impact, with plenty of scope to learn, develop, and grow your career in performance marketing. On top of this, there are ongoing learning and development opportunities, plus additional perks including access to products and other staff benefits. Sound Good? If you're a performance-driven marketer who enjoys being hands-on, testing new ideas, and scaling campaigns in a high-growth environment, this could be the perfect next step. Click the apply button now to send Tonic your CV
Mar 25, 2026
Full time
What if you could join a brand that's not just growing - but scaling globally at pace? This high-growth international eCommerce business operates in the health, wellness, and lifestyle space, delivering premium, science-led products to customers worldwide. With a strong presence across multiple markets and ambitious expansion plans, they're building a performance-driven marketing function that sits at the heart of their growth. The Role We're looking for a Paid Media Specialist to join a fast-paced, collaborative team and support performance across multiple markets. This is a hands-on role where you'll be deep in the data, managing and optimising campaigns across paid social and paid search. You'll work closely with creative, eCommerce, and analytics teams to ensure campaigns are not only well executed but continuously improving. From testing new creatives to refining targeting and analysing performance, you'll play a key role in driving customer acquisition and revenue growth. Day to day, you'll be: Supporting the execution of paid media strategy across key markets Managing campaigns across platforms such as Meta and Google Monitoring performance daily and making data-led optimisation decisions Testing creatives, messaging, and landing pages to improve results Collaborating with creative teams to develop high-performing assets Analysing campaign data to identify trends and growth opportunities Reporting on key metrics including ROAS, CPA, CTR, CVR, and revenue Supporting international campaigns through localisation and audience insights Maintaining strong account structure, tracking, and best practices Keeping up to date with platform updates, trends, and competitor activity Skills & Experience You'll already have a solid foundation in paid media but be eager to keep learning and pushing performance further. 2-4 years' experience in paid media, performance marketing, or digital advertising Hands-on experience with Meta Ads and Google Ads Strong understanding of targeting, bidding, budgeting, and optimisation Confidence working with data and turning insights into actions Familiarity with tools such as GA4, Meta Ads Manager, Google Ads, and Looker Studio Strong analytical mindset and attention to detail Ability to manage multiple campaigns and priorities effectively Clear communication skills and a proactive, test-and-learn attitude Desirable experience includes working within eCommerce or DTC brands, exposure to international campaigns, and familiarity with additional channels such as TikTok or affiliates. An understanding of attribution, tracking, feed-based campaigns, or platforms like Shopify would also be beneficial, along with an interest in health, wellness, or lifestyle brands. Benefits Alongside a competitive salary, you'll benefit from fully remote working and the flexibility that comes with it, as well as the opportunity to work on genuinely global campaigns for a rapidly scaling brand. You'll be part of a team where your work has real impact, with plenty of scope to learn, develop, and grow your career in performance marketing. On top of this, there are ongoing learning and development opportunities, plus additional perks including access to products and other staff benefits. Sound Good? If you're a performance-driven marketer who enjoys being hands-on, testing new ideas, and scaling campaigns in a high-growth environment, this could be the perfect next step. Click the apply button now to send Tonic your CV
Commercial Contracts Manager Location: Hampshire/Surrey borders Hybrid Working Global Defence Contracts Up to £5m Contract Scope Are you an experienced Commercial Contracts Manager looking to play a pivotal role in a growing global engineering business? We are seeking a skilled legal/commercial professional to support our client's defence-sector operations through expert contract drafting, negotiation and risk management. As a Commercial Contracts Manager, you will: Manage contractual risk, draft and negotiate commercial agreements (sales, procurement, IP, MSAs, NDAs). Advise commercial teams and senior leaders throughout the bid and negotiation cycle. Work closely with internal and external specialists on IP, insurance, export controls and regulatory obligations. Possess and maintain strong knowledge of defence procurement frameworks. We're looking for: A legal degree and strong drafting and negotiation skills, ideally within defence, engineering, offshore or related sectors. Excellent attention to detail, analytical strengths and the ability to manage complex workloads. Confidence influencing stakeholders and guiding commercial decisions. What's Being Offered The opportunity to work on high-value, high-impact defence and technology contracts. Global exposure across multiple operating companies. Excellent benefits package and hybrid working. Opportunities for professional growth within a highly skilled Legal & Contracts team. Benefits include hybrid working, 25 days holiday (with the option to purchase additional annual leave), a generous pension scheme, Westfield Health Plan, employee assistance programme, life assurance, cycle to work scheme, recruitment referral scheme, and Christmas shutdown. There is also a profit related bonus scheme in place.
Mar 25, 2026
Full time
Commercial Contracts Manager Location: Hampshire/Surrey borders Hybrid Working Global Defence Contracts Up to £5m Contract Scope Are you an experienced Commercial Contracts Manager looking to play a pivotal role in a growing global engineering business? We are seeking a skilled legal/commercial professional to support our client's defence-sector operations through expert contract drafting, negotiation and risk management. As a Commercial Contracts Manager, you will: Manage contractual risk, draft and negotiate commercial agreements (sales, procurement, IP, MSAs, NDAs). Advise commercial teams and senior leaders throughout the bid and negotiation cycle. Work closely with internal and external specialists on IP, insurance, export controls and regulatory obligations. Possess and maintain strong knowledge of defence procurement frameworks. We're looking for: A legal degree and strong drafting and negotiation skills, ideally within defence, engineering, offshore or related sectors. Excellent attention to detail, analytical strengths and the ability to manage complex workloads. Confidence influencing stakeholders and guiding commercial decisions. What's Being Offered The opportunity to work on high-value, high-impact defence and technology contracts. Global exposure across multiple operating companies. Excellent benefits package and hybrid working. Opportunities for professional growth within a highly skilled Legal & Contracts team. Benefits include hybrid working, 25 days holiday (with the option to purchase additional annual leave), a generous pension scheme, Westfield Health Plan, employee assistance programme, life assurance, cycle to work scheme, recruitment referral scheme, and Christmas shutdown. There is also a profit related bonus scheme in place.
The Role and the Department The Research Operations Team is part of Research and Innovation Services (RIS) and provides comprehensive support to academic and PSS colleagues across the lifecycle of a research project. The team comprises pre- and post-award services, contracting and consultancy support. Support includes tailored financial and contractual advice and management to all researchers at Durham, from planning, costing, and pricing the initial proposal to ensuring that contracts and agreements are negotiated effectively and efficiently, to ensuring robust financial management and compliance of awarded projects. Research Operations works alongside the various teams which make up the Research and Innovation Services and in partnership with Professional Support colleagues across the University to help facilitate research-related planning, reporting and development and to meet the needs of both the individual researcher and the wider institution. As a Research Grants and Contracts Manager (RGCM) within the pre-award team, you will play a key role in supporting and developing externally funded research grant activity by providing high quality support and advice to academic staff in the preparation, submission and contractual negotiation of research grants and awards. You will join an enthusiastic and supportive team of RGCMs based in the central office but will also be expected to spend time in the academic departments you support, to provide a key link role between the academic community and RIS. The RGCM will be a key point of contact for an academic wishing to apply for external research funding and will provide support and expert advice in a number of essential activities including: Project managing the submission process of the bid (including responsibility for budget development and seeking internal approvals). Working closely with the Research Development team on strategic funding opportunities. Lay reviewing applications for regulatory and funder compliance. Ensuring timely acceptance of successful awards including contract negotiation and ensuring all ethical and due diligence checks are completed. Working closely with post-award and contracting colleagues to ensure accurate project information is captured and shared in a central project management system. Delivering training and information events. It is essential that the RGCM is highly organised, pays close attention to detail, and has a pro-active approach to problem-solving. The capability to prioritise and manage a busy and varied workload is crucial. The ability to work across a number of concurrent projects at different stages of development is essential. A confident communicator, you will form close working relationships with the other members of the Operations Team, Research Development Team, Faculty Officials, Heads of Department, Directors of Research, Department Managers and other members of Professional Support Staff.
Mar 25, 2026
Full time
The Role and the Department The Research Operations Team is part of Research and Innovation Services (RIS) and provides comprehensive support to academic and PSS colleagues across the lifecycle of a research project. The team comprises pre- and post-award services, contracting and consultancy support. Support includes tailored financial and contractual advice and management to all researchers at Durham, from planning, costing, and pricing the initial proposal to ensuring that contracts and agreements are negotiated effectively and efficiently, to ensuring robust financial management and compliance of awarded projects. Research Operations works alongside the various teams which make up the Research and Innovation Services and in partnership with Professional Support colleagues across the University to help facilitate research-related planning, reporting and development and to meet the needs of both the individual researcher and the wider institution. As a Research Grants and Contracts Manager (RGCM) within the pre-award team, you will play a key role in supporting and developing externally funded research grant activity by providing high quality support and advice to academic staff in the preparation, submission and contractual negotiation of research grants and awards. You will join an enthusiastic and supportive team of RGCMs based in the central office but will also be expected to spend time in the academic departments you support, to provide a key link role between the academic community and RIS. The RGCM will be a key point of contact for an academic wishing to apply for external research funding and will provide support and expert advice in a number of essential activities including: Project managing the submission process of the bid (including responsibility for budget development and seeking internal approvals). Working closely with the Research Development team on strategic funding opportunities. Lay reviewing applications for regulatory and funder compliance. Ensuring timely acceptance of successful awards including contract negotiation and ensuring all ethical and due diligence checks are completed. Working closely with post-award and contracting colleagues to ensure accurate project information is captured and shared in a central project management system. Delivering training and information events. It is essential that the RGCM is highly organised, pays close attention to detail, and has a pro-active approach to problem-solving. The capability to prioritise and manage a busy and varied workload is crucial. The ability to work across a number of concurrent projects at different stages of development is essential. A confident communicator, you will form close working relationships with the other members of the Operations Team, Research Development Team, Faculty Officials, Heads of Department, Directors of Research, Department Managers and other members of Professional Support Staff.
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Interim Procurement Manager to take on a key role within the Not for Profit sector. Based in Liverpool, you will manage procurement activities to ensure efficiency and compliance within the organisation. Client Details This is a market leading organisation within the Not for Profit sector, based in Liverpool City Centre working within a small established procurement team. Description As Interim Procurement Manager duties will include, however not limited to: Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with organisational objectives. Manage supplier relationships and negotiate favourable terms and conditions. Ensure compliance with procurement policies and relevant public sector regulations. Monitor and manage procurement budgets effectively. Lead tendering processes, including preparation and evaluation of bids. Identify cost-saving opportunities and deliver value for money. Provide guidance and support to stakeholders on procurement best practices. Generate detailed reports and updates for senior management. Profile A successful Interim Procurement Manager should have: A strong background in procurement within the not for profit and public sector. Experience working under public sector frameworks (PA23 / PCR2015) Proven experience in managing complex procurement processes. Excellent negotiation and stakeholder management skills. In-depth knowledge of procurement regulations and compliance requirements. Job Offer Competitive daily rate of 400 - 500 Inside IR35 depending on experience. Temporary position with potential for further opportunities. Hybrid working with 3 days in Liverpool City Centre.
Mar 25, 2026
Seasonal
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Interim Procurement Manager to take on a key role within the Not for Profit sector. Based in Liverpool, you will manage procurement activities to ensure efficiency and compliance within the organisation. Client Details This is a market leading organisation within the Not for Profit sector, based in Liverpool City Centre working within a small established procurement team. Description As Interim Procurement Manager duties will include, however not limited to: Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with organisational objectives. Manage supplier relationships and negotiate favourable terms and conditions. Ensure compliance with procurement policies and relevant public sector regulations. Monitor and manage procurement budgets effectively. Lead tendering processes, including preparation and evaluation of bids. Identify cost-saving opportunities and deliver value for money. Provide guidance and support to stakeholders on procurement best practices. Generate detailed reports and updates for senior management. Profile A successful Interim Procurement Manager should have: A strong background in procurement within the not for profit and public sector. Experience working under public sector frameworks (PA23 / PCR2015) Proven experience in managing complex procurement processes. Excellent negotiation and stakeholder management skills. In-depth knowledge of procurement regulations and compliance requirements. Job Offer Competitive daily rate of 400 - 500 Inside IR35 depending on experience. Temporary position with potential for further opportunities. Hybrid working with 3 days in Liverpool City Centre.
Project Manager Civil Engineering Glasgow-Based UK-Wide Projects Permanent Full-Time Office-Based Salary: up to £100,000 + car, pension & annual bonus Are you a Project Manager or Site Agent delivering civil engineering projects and starting to think about your next step? Well this is a Bid Manager role and we'd love you to review this position. Do you want a role that still uses your technical, delivery and commercial insight without spending your life on-site? Our client, a respected civil engineering contractor with decades of success and a strong industry brand, is looking to appoint a Bid Manager. They are actively interested in people from project delivery roles who want to move into pre-construction and hone their strategic, planning and win-work capability. This is not a traditional bid writing job. It s a role for someone who understands how projects genuinely get built and wants to use that knowledge to influence which projects the business secures. Why this is a great move for a Project Manager wanting progression Step away from the daily pressures of site delivery while still using the experience you ve built. Develop new skills in strategy, planning, risk, programme optimisation and client engagement. Gain a broader view of the business, commercial strategy and long-term pipeline. Position yourself for future leadership roles in pre-construction or operations. The type of projects you ll help win You ll contribute to bids across a varied portfolio, including: Windfarms Battery storage facilities Flood and coastal protection Substation projects General civil engineering works What you ll be doing Lead and manage the bid process from enquiry through to submission Work closely with commercial, technical and operational teams to shape the strategy Apply your on-site delivery experience to build realistic, deliverable methodologies Coordinate submission documents with the support of in-house bid/graphics specialists Liaise with clients to clarify requirements and strengthen pre-construction relationships Support post-tender reviews and continuous improvement activity Who would this suit This opportunity is ideal for someone who has: A strong grounding in civil engineering project delivery (Project Manager, Site Agent or similar - if you're already a Bid Manager, great!) Experience coordinating design, programmes, temporary works, risk or procurement on live projects Excellent communication and organisational skills A genuine interest in moving into a more strategic, planning-focused, office-based role (Background in consultancy or design is also welcomed. Chartered status is beneficial but not essential.) Why join? Work alongside an experienced pre-construction leadership team Join a business with a respected brand and a track record of successful project delivery Move into a pivotal role where your operational insight directly shapes the projects the business wins Become part of a collaborative, supportive, highly professional office environment Legal Information: We act as an employment agency for permanent work and as an employment business for temporary work. For roles in the UK, applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. We value diversity and promote equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all areas of society and can discuss any reasonable adjustments to support your application.
Mar 25, 2026
Full time
Project Manager Civil Engineering Glasgow-Based UK-Wide Projects Permanent Full-Time Office-Based Salary: up to £100,000 + car, pension & annual bonus Are you a Project Manager or Site Agent delivering civil engineering projects and starting to think about your next step? Well this is a Bid Manager role and we'd love you to review this position. Do you want a role that still uses your technical, delivery and commercial insight without spending your life on-site? Our client, a respected civil engineering contractor with decades of success and a strong industry brand, is looking to appoint a Bid Manager. They are actively interested in people from project delivery roles who want to move into pre-construction and hone their strategic, planning and win-work capability. This is not a traditional bid writing job. It s a role for someone who understands how projects genuinely get built and wants to use that knowledge to influence which projects the business secures. Why this is a great move for a Project Manager wanting progression Step away from the daily pressures of site delivery while still using the experience you ve built. Develop new skills in strategy, planning, risk, programme optimisation and client engagement. Gain a broader view of the business, commercial strategy and long-term pipeline. Position yourself for future leadership roles in pre-construction or operations. The type of projects you ll help win You ll contribute to bids across a varied portfolio, including: Windfarms Battery storage facilities Flood and coastal protection Substation projects General civil engineering works What you ll be doing Lead and manage the bid process from enquiry through to submission Work closely with commercial, technical and operational teams to shape the strategy Apply your on-site delivery experience to build realistic, deliverable methodologies Coordinate submission documents with the support of in-house bid/graphics specialists Liaise with clients to clarify requirements and strengthen pre-construction relationships Support post-tender reviews and continuous improvement activity Who would this suit This opportunity is ideal for someone who has: A strong grounding in civil engineering project delivery (Project Manager, Site Agent or similar - if you're already a Bid Manager, great!) Experience coordinating design, programmes, temporary works, risk or procurement on live projects Excellent communication and organisational skills A genuine interest in moving into a more strategic, planning-focused, office-based role (Background in consultancy or design is also welcomed. Chartered status is beneficial but not essential.) Why join? Work alongside an experienced pre-construction leadership team Join a business with a respected brand and a track record of successful project delivery Move into a pivotal role where your operational insight directly shapes the projects the business wins Become part of a collaborative, supportive, highly professional office environment Legal Information: We act as an employment agency for permanent work and as an employment business for temporary work. For roles in the UK, applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. We value diversity and promote equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all areas of society and can discuss any reasonable adjustments to support your application.
Salary: Competitive + Annual Bonus + Car Allowance + Enhanced Pension Grade: GG13 Location: Hybrid- Cannock/London (This role s remit is UK wide). When you see the world as we do, you see the chance to help the world take better care of its resources, and help it become a better place for everyone. It's why we're looking for someone who's just as committed as we are, to push for genuine change and bring our ambition of Ecological Transformation to life. We know that everyone here at Veolia can help us work alongside our communities, look after the environment, and contribute to our inclusive culture. What we can offer you; Access to our company pension scheme Discounts on everything from groceries to well known retailers Access to a range of resources to support your physical, mental and financial health; so you can lean on us whenever you need to 24 hour access to a virtual GP, 365 days a year, for you and family members in your household One paid days leave every year to volunteer and support your community Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential What you'll be doing; The Business Development Lead will make a key contribution to Veolia's drive for a substantial share of the market. Through the creation of compelling value propositions that truly set us apart from our competition, you will secure profitable new business contracts across the Municipal Water market and with Water Companies. Contribute to cross-functional teams to enable the delivery of solutions, projects and targets. Work closely with a number of internal stakeholders from our Technical, Operational, PMO, Commercial, Financial, Legal and HR teams to co-design and put forward winning solutions. Provide timely reporting and insights to the Head of Development on key customer and market updates and changes. Input on resources required to ensure opportunities in the market are realised with maximum return on investment. Play an active role in internal market working groups, sharing market knowledge, opportunities and innovations in order to help cross-sell and improve customer communications. Create relationships with senior stakeholders within the customer base, so that Veolia can build continually growing partnerships focussing on innovation and driving ecological transformation. Lead the development and relationship on a selection of key accounts to drive organic growth of services provided. This is a customer-facing role with a good proportion of time spent in the field nurturing relations, winning work and promoting Veolia's services. Build and manage a healthy new business pipeline which will drive growth in key markets. To drive growth in market share by identifying new business leads/opportunities and developing successful solutions that meet customers needs, deliver value and provide a positive impact on the environment. Salesforce is our CRM system of choice and you will be expected to maximise on its functionality to manage interactions with existing and new customers in order to retain, expand and secure new business. Ensure strategic solutions are built in line with our Multifaceted Performance approach to drive Ecological Transformation. Build a future focussed strategy with the customer base to ensure healthy pipeline growth. Proactively network and build relationships with external groups within key growth markets. Work closely with the marketing leadership team to implement a prospect plan to communicate with key customers through digital and social media outlets. Continued engagement with internal stakeholders (General Managers, Contract Managers etc), ensuring proposals are deliverable and effects are known to the business. Ensure Corporate Governance is delivered in line with the Delegation of Authority. What we're looking for; - Experience of building a new business pipeline with customers. - Proven track record and business development experience selling waste/water/energy/FM contracts. - Developing proposals and winning tenders and bids. - Experience working in a large, matrix environment - Ability to develop business in line with a strategic plan. - Excellent communication and influencing skills, as well as stakeholder management. - Good level of commercial acumen and financial modelling. - Understanding of Veolia's offerings in water and energy. - Operational and Technical knowledge. What's next? Apply today, so we can make a difference for generations to come. We're proud to have been named as one of The Sunday Times Best Places to Work for three consecutive years in 2023, 2024 and 2025. This consistent recognition reflects our commitment to our people, demonstrating that Veolia is not just transforming the environment, we're also transforming what it means to have a rewarding, purposeful career. We're dedicated to supporting you throughout your application journey, offering adjustments where reasonable and appropriate. As a proud Disability Confident Employer, we will offer an interview to applicants with a disability or long-term condition who opt-in to the Disability Confident scheme, and meet the minimum criteria for our roles. We're also committed to ensuring that all applicants and colleagues receive fair treatment without discrimination on any grounds, aiming to create a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. If you are successful in securing a new role or promotion within the company, any offer to you may be subject to the acceptance of standardised terms and conditions. These new terms and conditions may differ from your current contract, if you have any questions about how this might affect you, please don't hesitate to contact your line manager or the HR team. What's next? Apply today, so we can make a difference for generations to come. We're proud to have been named as one of The Sunday Times Best Places to Work for three consecutive years in 2023, 2024 and 2025. This consistent recognition reflects our commitment to our people, demonstrating that Veolia is not just transforming the environment, we're also transforming what it means to have a rewarding, purposeful career. We're dedicated to supporting you throughout your application journey, offering adjustments where reasonable and appropriate. As a proud Disability Confident Employer, we will offer an interview to applicants with a disability or long-term condition who opt-in to the Disability Confident scheme, and meet the minimum criteria for our roles. We're also committed to ensuring that all applicants and colleagues receive fair treatment without discrimination on any grounds, aiming to create a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.
Mar 25, 2026
Full time
Salary: Competitive + Annual Bonus + Car Allowance + Enhanced Pension Grade: GG13 Location: Hybrid- Cannock/London (This role s remit is UK wide). When you see the world as we do, you see the chance to help the world take better care of its resources, and help it become a better place for everyone. It's why we're looking for someone who's just as committed as we are, to push for genuine change and bring our ambition of Ecological Transformation to life. We know that everyone here at Veolia can help us work alongside our communities, look after the environment, and contribute to our inclusive culture. What we can offer you; Access to our company pension scheme Discounts on everything from groceries to well known retailers Access to a range of resources to support your physical, mental and financial health; so you can lean on us whenever you need to 24 hour access to a virtual GP, 365 days a year, for you and family members in your household One paid days leave every year to volunteer and support your community Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential What you'll be doing; The Business Development Lead will make a key contribution to Veolia's drive for a substantial share of the market. Through the creation of compelling value propositions that truly set us apart from our competition, you will secure profitable new business contracts across the Municipal Water market and with Water Companies. Contribute to cross-functional teams to enable the delivery of solutions, projects and targets. Work closely with a number of internal stakeholders from our Technical, Operational, PMO, Commercial, Financial, Legal and HR teams to co-design and put forward winning solutions. Provide timely reporting and insights to the Head of Development on key customer and market updates and changes. Input on resources required to ensure opportunities in the market are realised with maximum return on investment. Play an active role in internal market working groups, sharing market knowledge, opportunities and innovations in order to help cross-sell and improve customer communications. Create relationships with senior stakeholders within the customer base, so that Veolia can build continually growing partnerships focussing on innovation and driving ecological transformation. Lead the development and relationship on a selection of key accounts to drive organic growth of services provided. This is a customer-facing role with a good proportion of time spent in the field nurturing relations, winning work and promoting Veolia's services. Build and manage a healthy new business pipeline which will drive growth in key markets. To drive growth in market share by identifying new business leads/opportunities and developing successful solutions that meet customers needs, deliver value and provide a positive impact on the environment. Salesforce is our CRM system of choice and you will be expected to maximise on its functionality to manage interactions with existing and new customers in order to retain, expand and secure new business. Ensure strategic solutions are built in line with our Multifaceted Performance approach to drive Ecological Transformation. Build a future focussed strategy with the customer base to ensure healthy pipeline growth. Proactively network and build relationships with external groups within key growth markets. Work closely with the marketing leadership team to implement a prospect plan to communicate with key customers through digital and social media outlets. Continued engagement with internal stakeholders (General Managers, Contract Managers etc), ensuring proposals are deliverable and effects are known to the business. Ensure Corporate Governance is delivered in line with the Delegation of Authority. What we're looking for; - Experience of building a new business pipeline with customers. - Proven track record and business development experience selling waste/water/energy/FM contracts. - Developing proposals and winning tenders and bids. - Experience working in a large, matrix environment - Ability to develop business in line with a strategic plan. - Excellent communication and influencing skills, as well as stakeholder management. - Good level of commercial acumen and financial modelling. - Understanding of Veolia's offerings in water and energy. - Operational and Technical knowledge. What's next? Apply today, so we can make a difference for generations to come. We're proud to have been named as one of The Sunday Times Best Places to Work for three consecutive years in 2023, 2024 and 2025. This consistent recognition reflects our commitment to our people, demonstrating that Veolia is not just transforming the environment, we're also transforming what it means to have a rewarding, purposeful career. We're dedicated to supporting you throughout your application journey, offering adjustments where reasonable and appropriate. As a proud Disability Confident Employer, we will offer an interview to applicants with a disability or long-term condition who opt-in to the Disability Confident scheme, and meet the minimum criteria for our roles. We're also committed to ensuring that all applicants and colleagues receive fair treatment without discrimination on any grounds, aiming to create a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. If you are successful in securing a new role or promotion within the company, any offer to you may be subject to the acceptance of standardised terms and conditions. These new terms and conditions may differ from your current contract, if you have any questions about how this might affect you, please don't hesitate to contact your line manager or the HR team. What's next? Apply today, so we can make a difference for generations to come. We're proud to have been named as one of The Sunday Times Best Places to Work for three consecutive years in 2023, 2024 and 2025. This consistent recognition reflects our commitment to our people, demonstrating that Veolia is not just transforming the environment, we're also transforming what it means to have a rewarding, purposeful career. We're dedicated to supporting you throughout your application journey, offering adjustments where reasonable and appropriate. As a proud Disability Confident Employer, we will offer an interview to applicants with a disability or long-term condition who opt-in to the Disability Confident scheme, and meet the minimum criteria for our roles. We're also committed to ensuring that all applicants and colleagues receive fair treatment without discrimination on any grounds, aiming to create a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.
Planner West London - Hybrid Permanent We have an exciting opportunity for a Planner to join our team delivering a major infrastructure project. Responsibilities: Ensure that all planning related activities are carried out in compliance with contractual obligations, internal processes and external legislation governing business operations Arrange and facilitate integrated planning meetings, engaging with all relevant stakeholders to develop and agree the plan Participate within bid activities as required Work closely with relevant project personnel and external customer in order to produce/ agree a contract baseline programme for each allocated project Maintain and update contract baseline in line with any agreed contract changes, ensuring changes are communicated to all stakeholders Ensure that progress and productivity is effectively monitored against project plan, produce clear reports for all stakeholders Ensure that planning outputs/reports are produced for contract reviews. Support the operational teams in order to ascertain whether project targets are being achieved and jointly establish and agree any corrective measures where necessary. Perform time/risk analysis against programmes at regular intervals with the planning manager/senior planner, and the project manager. Requirements: Experience in a planning role on medium to large construction projects. We would be looking for someone with experience of MEP / Building Services projects. Construction site experience Primavera proficient A relevant industry or professional qualification/apprenticeship. Benefits 25 days holiday per annum, plus bank holidays Pension with leading provider and up to 8% employer contribution Private healthcare Free 24/7 365 Employee assistance program to support mental health and wellbeing (including counselling sessions and legal advice) Discounts Personal development programme Flexible Benefits Travel allowance Next Steps: As a business, we're on a journey to build on our culture where everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. This starts with recruitment and how we bring people into the organisation. We'll do our best to outline the recruitment process to you ahead of time with plenty of notice. If you require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met. About Us: We are one of the leading independent engineering and services businesses in the UK. Founded in 1921, with a turnover of £500m and 3000 employees, we are proud of our history of developing great people through our investment in training. Working across a variety of sectors within the building and infrastructure industry, our innovative, responsible and forward-thinking approach allows us to work on fantastic ground-breaking projects, providing solutions using the latest tools and technologies. Progression is something we value, and we will make sure that when you join us you have a clearly defined development path, supported by regular reviews, training and ongoing support to enable you to be the best you can be.
Mar 25, 2026
Full time
Planner West London - Hybrid Permanent We have an exciting opportunity for a Planner to join our team delivering a major infrastructure project. Responsibilities: Ensure that all planning related activities are carried out in compliance with contractual obligations, internal processes and external legislation governing business operations Arrange and facilitate integrated planning meetings, engaging with all relevant stakeholders to develop and agree the plan Participate within bid activities as required Work closely with relevant project personnel and external customer in order to produce/ agree a contract baseline programme for each allocated project Maintain and update contract baseline in line with any agreed contract changes, ensuring changes are communicated to all stakeholders Ensure that progress and productivity is effectively monitored against project plan, produce clear reports for all stakeholders Ensure that planning outputs/reports are produced for contract reviews. Support the operational teams in order to ascertain whether project targets are being achieved and jointly establish and agree any corrective measures where necessary. Perform time/risk analysis against programmes at regular intervals with the planning manager/senior planner, and the project manager. Requirements: Experience in a planning role on medium to large construction projects. We would be looking for someone with experience of MEP / Building Services projects. Construction site experience Primavera proficient A relevant industry or professional qualification/apprenticeship. Benefits 25 days holiday per annum, plus bank holidays Pension with leading provider and up to 8% employer contribution Private healthcare Free 24/7 365 Employee assistance program to support mental health and wellbeing (including counselling sessions and legal advice) Discounts Personal development programme Flexible Benefits Travel allowance Next Steps: As a business, we're on a journey to build on our culture where everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. This starts with recruitment and how we bring people into the organisation. We'll do our best to outline the recruitment process to you ahead of time with plenty of notice. If you require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met. About Us: We are one of the leading independent engineering and services businesses in the UK. Founded in 1921, with a turnover of £500m and 3000 employees, we are proud of our history of developing great people through our investment in training. Working across a variety of sectors within the building and infrastructure industry, our innovative, responsible and forward-thinking approach allows us to work on fantastic ground-breaking projects, providing solutions using the latest tools and technologies. Progression is something we value, and we will make sure that when you join us you have a clearly defined development path, supported by regular reviews, training and ongoing support to enable you to be the best you can be.
Regional Sales Manager - South of England Fire & Emergency Services Field-Based Home-Based with Travel Let's be clear. This isn't a desk job. This isn't a "maintain the spreadsheet" role. And it's not for someone who hides behind email. This is a field sales role for someone who wants territory ownership, real responsibility, and the chance to build trusted relationships with the people who protect lives every day. The Opportunity We're looking for a commercially driven, relationship-led Regional Sales Manager to cover the South of England. You'll represent a respected portfolio of operational firefighting and emergency response equipment used by frontline professionals across the UK and internationally. Your job? Own the region. Grow it. Protect it. Develop it. You'll work from home, manage your own diary, and spend your time where it matters - in front of customers. What You'll Be Doing Managing and growing an established customer base across the South Identifying and converting new business opportunities Delivering confident, professional product demonstrations Preparing quotations and supporting tender submissions Working closely with sales support to deliver accurate proposals Building long-term relationships with fire & rescue services and emergency organisations Representing the business at UK and international trade shows Visiting HQ monthly for collaboration and planning This is consultative, relationship-driven sales - but with clear commercial targets. You'll need to balance: New business development Account growth Bid support Territory planning What We're Looking For You might already be a Regional Sales Manager. Or a strong Area Sales Manager ready to step up. Either way, you will be: Confident presenting to senior decision-makers Comfortable explaining technical products clearly and persuasively Organised and self-sufficient Commercially focused and target-driven Professional, credible and relationship-led Experienced (or confident) in working with tenders and public-sector buyers Experience in firefighting or emergency services equipment is valuable - but not essential. What matters most is your ability to build trust and close business professionally. The Territory South of England. Home-based. Regular regional travel. Monthly HQ visit If you don't enjoy being on the road and in front of customers - this isn't for you. What's In It For You Competitive base salary Performance-related bonus Company car 25 days holiday Pension Full product training Autonomy to run your region properly This is a long-term opportunity with a respected brand in a specialist sector. You won't be micromanaged. You will be expected to perform. The Bottom Line If you're a driven, credible field sales professional who wants: Real autonomy Meaningful customers Long-term relationship selling A defined territory you can own And a product portfolio that makes a difference Then we should talk. Apply with your CV and I will be in touch asap.
Mar 25, 2026
Full time
Regional Sales Manager - South of England Fire & Emergency Services Field-Based Home-Based with Travel Let's be clear. This isn't a desk job. This isn't a "maintain the spreadsheet" role. And it's not for someone who hides behind email. This is a field sales role for someone who wants territory ownership, real responsibility, and the chance to build trusted relationships with the people who protect lives every day. The Opportunity We're looking for a commercially driven, relationship-led Regional Sales Manager to cover the South of England. You'll represent a respected portfolio of operational firefighting and emergency response equipment used by frontline professionals across the UK and internationally. Your job? Own the region. Grow it. Protect it. Develop it. You'll work from home, manage your own diary, and spend your time where it matters - in front of customers. What You'll Be Doing Managing and growing an established customer base across the South Identifying and converting new business opportunities Delivering confident, professional product demonstrations Preparing quotations and supporting tender submissions Working closely with sales support to deliver accurate proposals Building long-term relationships with fire & rescue services and emergency organisations Representing the business at UK and international trade shows Visiting HQ monthly for collaboration and planning This is consultative, relationship-driven sales - but with clear commercial targets. You'll need to balance: New business development Account growth Bid support Territory planning What We're Looking For You might already be a Regional Sales Manager. Or a strong Area Sales Manager ready to step up. Either way, you will be: Confident presenting to senior decision-makers Comfortable explaining technical products clearly and persuasively Organised and self-sufficient Commercially focused and target-driven Professional, credible and relationship-led Experienced (or confident) in working with tenders and public-sector buyers Experience in firefighting or emergency services equipment is valuable - but not essential. What matters most is your ability to build trust and close business professionally. The Territory South of England. Home-based. Regular regional travel. Monthly HQ visit If you don't enjoy being on the road and in front of customers - this isn't for you. What's In It For You Competitive base salary Performance-related bonus Company car 25 days holiday Pension Full product training Autonomy to run your region properly This is a long-term opportunity with a respected brand in a specialist sector. You won't be micromanaged. You will be expected to perform. The Bottom Line If you're a driven, credible field sales professional who wants: Real autonomy Meaningful customers Long-term relationship selling A defined territory you can own And a product portfolio that makes a difference Then we should talk. Apply with your CV and I will be in touch asap.
We are looking for an experienced Project Solutions Delivery Manager to lead the successful delivery of complex customer solutions across our business. Operating within the Operations function, this role is responsible for ensuring technical solutions are designed, integrated, deployed, and handed over to customers in a controlled, high-quality, and commercially sound manner. You will lead the Solution Delivery function, providing oversight across scope, schedule, cost, risk, and quality for a portfolio of delivery programmes. Working closely with Business Development, Product, Engineering, and Operations teams, you will ensure projects are delivered consistently, predictably, and in line with customer expectations. This is a leadership role focused on delivery excellence, operational discipline, and building scalable delivery capability across the organisation. Key job requirements and responsibilities: Lead, manage, and develop the Solution Delivery function, including direct leadership of the TSDM team and cross-functional delivery teams across Product, Engineering, Field Service, Monitoring and Operations. Ensure consistent performance management, succession planning, and capability growth. Ensure alignment of Solution Delivery processes, systems and governance with the Group standards and business systems (TBS), embedding group requirements into local delivery practices where applicable. Undertake UK and international travel as required to support customer deployments, programme oversight, and stakeholder engagement. Delivery Governance and Standards Ensure highest standards of Health, Safety, Environment, Security, and Quality in solution delivery in line with applicable ISO and other relevant standards. Establish and own the Solution Delivery framework, tools, and methodology. Standardise project lifecycle governance from proposal through to handover. Programme and Project Oversight Provide oversight and assurance across all active delivery programmes. Manage prioritisation of projects, monitor dependencies, risks, and cross-project resource conflicts. Intervene where required to unblock, escalate, or stabilise projects. Support Business Development in the preparation of proposals Manage handover from Business Development into Delivery Handover from Delivery to Operations Financial and Commercial Control Support bid costing and commercial modelling. Ensure delivery teams operate within approved budgets. Monitor project performance to maintain accurate forecasting, cost tracking, and milestone billing controls, and provide regular reporting as required. Technical and Solution Oversight Maintain sufficient technical understanding across software, sensor integration, infrastructure deployment, and system integration domains. Ensure solutions are fit-for-purpose, scalable, secure, and compliant. Provide escalation support on complex technical delivery challenges. Ensure safe and compliant installation and deployment activity. Ensure team are able to operate, demonstrate, install, and configure FACE. Qualifications / skills and experience Essential Significant experience leading technical solution delivery of integrated hardware and software systems to external customers within a complex technology environment Strong financial and commercial management capability within programme and project delivery, including cost control, forecasting, and risk management. Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to operate confidently at executive and customer level. Eligibility to obtain and maintain UK security clearance. Full UK driving licence. Willingness and ability to undertake international travel as required. Must have the right to work in the UK. Experience operating in regulated, defence, critical infrastructure, or similarly controlled environments is desirable.
Mar 25, 2026
Full time
We are looking for an experienced Project Solutions Delivery Manager to lead the successful delivery of complex customer solutions across our business. Operating within the Operations function, this role is responsible for ensuring technical solutions are designed, integrated, deployed, and handed over to customers in a controlled, high-quality, and commercially sound manner. You will lead the Solution Delivery function, providing oversight across scope, schedule, cost, risk, and quality for a portfolio of delivery programmes. Working closely with Business Development, Product, Engineering, and Operations teams, you will ensure projects are delivered consistently, predictably, and in line with customer expectations. This is a leadership role focused on delivery excellence, operational discipline, and building scalable delivery capability across the organisation. Key job requirements and responsibilities: Lead, manage, and develop the Solution Delivery function, including direct leadership of the TSDM team and cross-functional delivery teams across Product, Engineering, Field Service, Monitoring and Operations. Ensure consistent performance management, succession planning, and capability growth. Ensure alignment of Solution Delivery processes, systems and governance with the Group standards and business systems (TBS), embedding group requirements into local delivery practices where applicable. Undertake UK and international travel as required to support customer deployments, programme oversight, and stakeholder engagement. Delivery Governance and Standards Ensure highest standards of Health, Safety, Environment, Security, and Quality in solution delivery in line with applicable ISO and other relevant standards. Establish and own the Solution Delivery framework, tools, and methodology. Standardise project lifecycle governance from proposal through to handover. Programme and Project Oversight Provide oversight and assurance across all active delivery programmes. Manage prioritisation of projects, monitor dependencies, risks, and cross-project resource conflicts. Intervene where required to unblock, escalate, or stabilise projects. Support Business Development in the preparation of proposals Manage handover from Business Development into Delivery Handover from Delivery to Operations Financial and Commercial Control Support bid costing and commercial modelling. Ensure delivery teams operate within approved budgets. Monitor project performance to maintain accurate forecasting, cost tracking, and milestone billing controls, and provide regular reporting as required. Technical and Solution Oversight Maintain sufficient technical understanding across software, sensor integration, infrastructure deployment, and system integration domains. Ensure solutions are fit-for-purpose, scalable, secure, and compliant. Provide escalation support on complex technical delivery challenges. Ensure safe and compliant installation and deployment activity. Ensure team are able to operate, demonstrate, install, and configure FACE. Qualifications / skills and experience Essential Significant experience leading technical solution delivery of integrated hardware and software systems to external customers within a complex technology environment Strong financial and commercial management capability within programme and project delivery, including cost control, forecasting, and risk management. Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to operate confidently at executive and customer level. Eligibility to obtain and maintain UK security clearance. Full UK driving licence. Willingness and ability to undertake international travel as required. Must have the right to work in the UK. Experience operating in regulated, defence, critical infrastructure, or similarly controlled environments is desirable.
We are looking for an experienced Project Solutions Delivery Manager to lead the successful delivery of complex customer solutions across our business. Operating within the Operations function, this role is responsible for ensuring technical solutions are designed, integrated, deployed, and handed over to customers in a controlled, high-quality, and commercially sound manner. You will lead the Solution Delivery function, providing oversight across scope, schedule, cost, risk, and quality for a portfolio of delivery programmes. Working closely with Business Development, Product, Engineering, and Operations teams, you will ensure projects are delivered consistently, predictably, and in line with customer expectations. This is a leadership role focused on delivery excellence, operational discipline, and building scalable delivery capability across the organisation. Key job requirements and responsibilities: Lead, manage, and develop the Solution Delivery function, including direct leadership of the TSDM team and cross-functional delivery teams across Product, Engineering, Field Service, Monitoring and Operations. Ensure consistent performance management, succession planning, and capability growth. Ensure alignment of Solution Delivery processes, systems and governance with the Group standards and business systems (TBS), embedding group requirements into local delivery practices where applicable. Undertake UK and international travel as required to support customer deployments, programme oversight, and stakeholder engagement. Delivery Governance and Standards Ensure highest standards of Health, Safety, Environment, Security, and Quality in solution delivery in line with applicable ISO and other relevant standards. Establish and own the Solution Delivery framework, tools, and methodology. Standardise project lifecycle governance from proposal through to handover. Programme and Project Oversight Provide oversight and assurance across all active delivery programmes. Manage prioritisation of projects, monitor dependencies, risks, and cross-project resource conflicts. Intervene where required to unblock, escalate, or stabilise projects. Support Business Development in the preparation of proposals Manage handover from Business Development into Delivery Handover from Delivery to Operations Financial and Commercial Control Support bid costing and commercial modelling. Ensure delivery teams operate within approved budgets. Monitor project performance to maintain accurate forecasting, cost tracking, and milestone billing controls, and provide regular reporting as required. Technical and Solution Oversight Maintain sufficient technical understanding across software, sensor integration, infrastructure deployment, and system integration domains. Ensure solutions are fit-for-purpose, scalable, secure, and compliant. Provide escalation support on complex technical delivery challenges. Ensure safe and compliant installation and deployment activity. Ensure team are able to operate, demonstrate, install, and configure FACE. Qualifications / skills and experience Essential Significant experience leading technical solution delivery of integrated hardware and software systems to external customers within a complex technology environment Strong financial and commercial management capability within programme and project delivery, including cost control, forecasting, and risk management. Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to operate confidently at executive and customer level. Eligibility to obtain and maintain UK security clearance. Full UK driving licence. Willingness and ability to undertake international travel as required. Must have the right to work in the UK. Experience operating in regulated, defence, critical infrastructure, or similarly controlled environments is desirable.
Mar 25, 2026
Full time
We are looking for an experienced Project Solutions Delivery Manager to lead the successful delivery of complex customer solutions across our business. Operating within the Operations function, this role is responsible for ensuring technical solutions are designed, integrated, deployed, and handed over to customers in a controlled, high-quality, and commercially sound manner. You will lead the Solution Delivery function, providing oversight across scope, schedule, cost, risk, and quality for a portfolio of delivery programmes. Working closely with Business Development, Product, Engineering, and Operations teams, you will ensure projects are delivered consistently, predictably, and in line with customer expectations. This is a leadership role focused on delivery excellence, operational discipline, and building scalable delivery capability across the organisation. Key job requirements and responsibilities: Lead, manage, and develop the Solution Delivery function, including direct leadership of the TSDM team and cross-functional delivery teams across Product, Engineering, Field Service, Monitoring and Operations. Ensure consistent performance management, succession planning, and capability growth. Ensure alignment of Solution Delivery processes, systems and governance with the Group standards and business systems (TBS), embedding group requirements into local delivery practices where applicable. Undertake UK and international travel as required to support customer deployments, programme oversight, and stakeholder engagement. Delivery Governance and Standards Ensure highest standards of Health, Safety, Environment, Security, and Quality in solution delivery in line with applicable ISO and other relevant standards. Establish and own the Solution Delivery framework, tools, and methodology. Standardise project lifecycle governance from proposal through to handover. Programme and Project Oversight Provide oversight and assurance across all active delivery programmes. Manage prioritisation of projects, monitor dependencies, risks, and cross-project resource conflicts. Intervene where required to unblock, escalate, or stabilise projects. Support Business Development in the preparation of proposals Manage handover from Business Development into Delivery Handover from Delivery to Operations Financial and Commercial Control Support bid costing and commercial modelling. Ensure delivery teams operate within approved budgets. Monitor project performance to maintain accurate forecasting, cost tracking, and milestone billing controls, and provide regular reporting as required. Technical and Solution Oversight Maintain sufficient technical understanding across software, sensor integration, infrastructure deployment, and system integration domains. Ensure solutions are fit-for-purpose, scalable, secure, and compliant. Provide escalation support on complex technical delivery challenges. Ensure safe and compliant installation and deployment activity. Ensure team are able to operate, demonstrate, install, and configure FACE. Qualifications / skills and experience Essential Significant experience leading technical solution delivery of integrated hardware and software systems to external customers within a complex technology environment Strong financial and commercial management capability within programme and project delivery, including cost control, forecasting, and risk management. Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to operate confidently at executive and customer level. Eligibility to obtain and maintain UK security clearance. Full UK driving licence. Willingness and ability to undertake international travel as required. Must have the right to work in the UK. Experience operating in regulated, defence, critical infrastructure, or similarly controlled environments is desirable.
Bid Manager - High-Performance Sales Environment Location: Batley, West Yorkshire Some companies treat bids like paperwork. We don't. For us, every tender is a sales campaign. Every proposal is a chance to win. Every submission is an opportunity to outperform competitors who are still playing small click apply for full job details
Mar 25, 2026
Full time
Bid Manager - High-Performance Sales Environment Location: Batley, West Yorkshire Some companies treat bids like paperwork. We don't. For us, every tender is a sales campaign. Every proposal is a chance to win. Every submission is an opportunity to outperform competitors who are still playing small click apply for full job details
Your new company You will work for a forward-thinking consultancy with over two decades of expertise. This organisation brings together specialists in architecture, building services engineering, surveying, project management, cost consultancy, and sustainability to deliver outstanding results for both public and private sector clients. Operating nationwide, this organisation employs nearly 200 professionals who collaborate across disciplines to create high-quality living environments, workplaces, and public infrastructure. Recognised as one of the UK's Best Companies to Work For, it has built a reputation for agility, innovation, and a people-first culture. Your new role You will work as a Senior Project Manager to join this multidisciplinary construction consultancy. You will play a pivotal role in delivering projects across sectors including education, residential, healthcare, and refurbishment, working alongside architects, engineers, surveyors, and external partners. This is a senior position where you will not only lead complex projects but also mentor junior colleagues, contribute to business development, and ensure that their clients receive the highest level of service.Key Responsibilities Lead and manage the delivery of construction projects from inception to completion. Develop project strategies, manage budgets, and oversee risk management. Coordinate multidisciplinary teams, ensuring collaboration and efficiency. Act as the main point of contact for clients, building strong relationships and ensuring satisfaction. Provide guidance and mentoring to junior project managers and graduates. Contribute to the continuous improvement of project management processes. Support business development activities, including bid preparation and client presentations. What you'll need to succeed Proven experience in project management within the construction industry. Strong knowledge of contracts, procurement routes, and construction methodologies. Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders. Degree-qualified in a relevant discipline (e.g., Construction Management, Surveying, Engineering). Professional membership (RICS, CIOB, APM, or equivalent) is highly desirable. Track record of delivering projects on time, within budget, and to a high standard. What you'll get in return You will be paid a competitive basic salary, along with car allowance. You will also receive 35 days holiday, a competitive pension, medicash and more! What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
Mar 25, 2026
Full time
Your new company You will work for a forward-thinking consultancy with over two decades of expertise. This organisation brings together specialists in architecture, building services engineering, surveying, project management, cost consultancy, and sustainability to deliver outstanding results for both public and private sector clients. Operating nationwide, this organisation employs nearly 200 professionals who collaborate across disciplines to create high-quality living environments, workplaces, and public infrastructure. Recognised as one of the UK's Best Companies to Work For, it has built a reputation for agility, innovation, and a people-first culture. Your new role You will work as a Senior Project Manager to join this multidisciplinary construction consultancy. You will play a pivotal role in delivering projects across sectors including education, residential, healthcare, and refurbishment, working alongside architects, engineers, surveyors, and external partners. This is a senior position where you will not only lead complex projects but also mentor junior colleagues, contribute to business development, and ensure that their clients receive the highest level of service.Key Responsibilities Lead and manage the delivery of construction projects from inception to completion. Develop project strategies, manage budgets, and oversee risk management. Coordinate multidisciplinary teams, ensuring collaboration and efficiency. Act as the main point of contact for clients, building strong relationships and ensuring satisfaction. Provide guidance and mentoring to junior project managers and graduates. Contribute to the continuous improvement of project management processes. Support business development activities, including bid preparation and client presentations. What you'll need to succeed Proven experience in project management within the construction industry. Strong knowledge of contracts, procurement routes, and construction methodologies. Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders. Degree-qualified in a relevant discipline (e.g., Construction Management, Surveying, Engineering). Professional membership (RICS, CIOB, APM, or equivalent) is highly desirable. Track record of delivering projects on time, within budget, and to a high standard. What you'll get in return You will be paid a competitive basic salary, along with car allowance. You will also receive 35 days holiday, a competitive pension, medicash and more! What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
Context and Purpose of the Role After five years of dedicated leadership, GROW s Managing Director is moving on. We are now seeking an exceptional, values-led leader to guide GROW through the next phase of our 2030 strategy and help realise our ambition to become a movement-shaping force within agroecology. GROW is entering a pivotal stage of growth. Our focus now is on strengthening team capacity, centring community voice, developing pathways to leadership and employment, deepening hyper-local networks, and contributing more visibly to the agroecology sector. With strong financial foundations, a committed team, and a long-standing partnership with a progressive secondary school, this is a rare opportunity to lead an organisation uniquely positioned at the intersection of farming, education, and community action. The Managing Director will provide clear strategic direction and overall leadership, ensuring GROW remains responsibly-governed, financially resilient, and grounded in its agroecological values. Working closely with the Board of Trustees, they will nurture and inspire a multidisciplinary team of 16 employees and freelancers, strengthen key partnerships, and guide the organisation s continued development and impact. Job Title: Managing Director Reports to: Board of Trustees Salary: £48,000-£53,000 per annum Contract: Permanent Hours: Full Time, 40 hours per week (9am-5pm with 1-hour paid lunch break) Location: Hybrid. Minimum 3 days a week on site at The Totteridge Academy, Barnet Lane, N20 8AZ (more days on site expected for the first 3-6 months) Pension: GROW participates in the National Employment Savings Trust (NEST) pension scheme and contributes 3%. Benefits: 30% off all GROW Farm produce, annual training budget, subsidised lunches, and a generous holiday allowance of 28 days plus bank holidays. Probation period: 6 months GROW is a site-based organisation, and our farm sits at the heart of everything we do. We are looking for a Managing Director who is as comfortable talking with students, volunteers and visitors as they are shaping strategy and leading the organisation s future. This is a role for a thoughtful, adaptable and hands-on leader who can hold the big picture while staying closely connected to our farm, outdoor programmes and the communities we work alongside. Leadership at GROW is practical, relational and rooted in place. One day you might be gathering feedback from our Student Board of Advisors, listening to how our programmes are working for the young people who shape them. The next, you might be at the farm stall chatting with local community members selling jars of GROW s homemade pickles. The Managing Director helps ensure that these everyday moments remain central to the organisation. The successful candidate will lead a small, committed team of 16 staff, nurturing a culture that is collaborative, knowledgeable and grounded in our values. They will guide GROW s strategic direction while staying attentive to the daily rhythms of farm and school life that make it a vibrant place for learning, growing and connection. Trustees recognise the breadth of this role and are committed to strengthening the organisation s operational capacity. An early priority for the new Managing Director will be to shape and secure support for an additional capacity-building role that complements their leadership and enables GROW to thrive in the years ahead. 1. Strategy, Governance & Risk Provide overall leadership and strategic development of the charity. Oversee and report on organisational performance to the Board of Trustees quarterly. Ensure charity policies and legal guidelines are up to date, clearly communicated, and embedded in everyday culture. Ensure statutory filings (e.g. Charity Commission, Companies House) are accurate and timely. Maintain and regularly review the organisational Risk Register and report key risks and mitigations to the Board. Ensure compliance with all relevant legislation, including charity law, employment law, data protection, health & safety, safeguarding, and environmental regulations. Lead on crisis management and serious incident reporting. Prepare high-quality written reports for Board and sub-committee meetings. Advise Trustees on strategic opportunities, risks, and sector trends. Support Trustee recruitment, induction, and development. Enable Trustees to fulfil their governance responsibilities effectively. Engage relevant professional expertise where appropriate to support decision making. 2. Operations, Education & Farm Ensure operational resilience, deputising and covering critical functions during staff absence. Work closely with Education Leads to develop the quality of our educational programmes, ensuring they align with agroecological principles. Ensure thorough Risk Assessments are completed, communicated, and implemented for all activities and programmes. Support the income generation strategy for the Farm. Support the Farm Manager with infrastructure development, including planning permission applications. 3. Finance & Fundraising Act as the main point of contact for the charity s accountants. Develop and oversee organisational budgets, leading annual budget-setting and ongoing monthly, quarterly, and forecast reviews. Develop and deliver the annual income generation and fundraising strategy with the Head of Fundraising. Oversee effective impact reporting with the Head of Fundraising. Develop and implement plans to improve cost-efficiency. Support the completion of large and complex fundraising bids. 4. Partnerships Act as the main point of contact for GROW s key partner, The Totteridge Academy (TTA), and the Academy Trust, United Learning, to ensure the partnership is effective and positive. Build and develop partnerships with schools, youth services, local authority, community growing networks and organisations to support the long-term development of educational programmes and participant recruitment and local environmental impact. 5. Marketing & Profile Oversee the charity s overall marketing and communications strategy. Retain strategic oversight of all core marketing and communications, including the press opportunities, charity s website, printed materials, and promotional content, ensuring that GROW s voice, values, and impact are communicated clearly and consistently. Build and enhance the charity s public profile through events, speaking engagements, and external representation. 6. People, HR & Safeguarding Manage and support the team to effectively perform their roles and develop within GROW, ensuring staff are fully trained and confident with organisational policies. Lead the recruitment and onboarding of all staff in line with Equality, Diversity & Inclusion and Safeguarding policies, and Safer Recruitment best practice. Act as the Designated Safeguarding Lead and ensure compliance with any safeguarding requirements set by partner school, The Totteridge Academy. Be rigorously mindful of child safeguarding at all times, embedding safeguarding policies in everyday culture and remain up to date with relevant legislation and training. Oversee HR processes including appraisals, performance management, and professional development. Develop progressive internal systems, policies, and training that promote a fair, inclusive, and supportive workplace, grounded in our agroecological principles. Ensuring the organisation is GDPR compliant and acts as the Data Protection Lead. 7. Values & Culture Act as a role model for GROW s guiding agroecological principles and organisational values in all internal and external relationships. Create a supportive, nurturing, high-trust culture in which staff and freelancers can thrive. Champion a culture of reflection, evaluation, and continuous improvement. Centre community voice in decision making, governance, and organisational strategy Direct reports: Farm Manager TTA Education Lead Senior Facilitator Head of Fundraising Freelance Programme Leads This job description is not exhaustive; as a small and evolving charity, flexibility is essential and all staff are expected to take a hands-on approach and support wider organisational needs where required. Person Specification Essential Personal Qualities Strong alignment with GROW s mission, agroecological principles, and organisational values. Ability to lead and nurture a strong, cohesive, and collaborative team intuitively and with empathy. Resilient and adaptable. Calm under pressure. Collaborative by nature and solution-focussed in approach. Strong commitment to inclusive working practices and social justice. Essential Experience Significant experience working in a Senior Leadership role within a not-for-profit, education, and/or environmental sectors. Experience of building and maintaining successful partnership work, for example with farms, schools, local authorities, funders, and/or community organisations. Significant experience of managing and developing staff and freelancers in a small team. . click apply for full job details
Mar 25, 2026
Full time
Context and Purpose of the Role After five years of dedicated leadership, GROW s Managing Director is moving on. We are now seeking an exceptional, values-led leader to guide GROW through the next phase of our 2030 strategy and help realise our ambition to become a movement-shaping force within agroecology. GROW is entering a pivotal stage of growth. Our focus now is on strengthening team capacity, centring community voice, developing pathways to leadership and employment, deepening hyper-local networks, and contributing more visibly to the agroecology sector. With strong financial foundations, a committed team, and a long-standing partnership with a progressive secondary school, this is a rare opportunity to lead an organisation uniquely positioned at the intersection of farming, education, and community action. The Managing Director will provide clear strategic direction and overall leadership, ensuring GROW remains responsibly-governed, financially resilient, and grounded in its agroecological values. Working closely with the Board of Trustees, they will nurture and inspire a multidisciplinary team of 16 employees and freelancers, strengthen key partnerships, and guide the organisation s continued development and impact. Job Title: Managing Director Reports to: Board of Trustees Salary: £48,000-£53,000 per annum Contract: Permanent Hours: Full Time, 40 hours per week (9am-5pm with 1-hour paid lunch break) Location: Hybrid. Minimum 3 days a week on site at The Totteridge Academy, Barnet Lane, N20 8AZ (more days on site expected for the first 3-6 months) Pension: GROW participates in the National Employment Savings Trust (NEST) pension scheme and contributes 3%. Benefits: 30% off all GROW Farm produce, annual training budget, subsidised lunches, and a generous holiday allowance of 28 days plus bank holidays. Probation period: 6 months GROW is a site-based organisation, and our farm sits at the heart of everything we do. We are looking for a Managing Director who is as comfortable talking with students, volunteers and visitors as they are shaping strategy and leading the organisation s future. This is a role for a thoughtful, adaptable and hands-on leader who can hold the big picture while staying closely connected to our farm, outdoor programmes and the communities we work alongside. Leadership at GROW is practical, relational and rooted in place. One day you might be gathering feedback from our Student Board of Advisors, listening to how our programmes are working for the young people who shape them. The next, you might be at the farm stall chatting with local community members selling jars of GROW s homemade pickles. The Managing Director helps ensure that these everyday moments remain central to the organisation. The successful candidate will lead a small, committed team of 16 staff, nurturing a culture that is collaborative, knowledgeable and grounded in our values. They will guide GROW s strategic direction while staying attentive to the daily rhythms of farm and school life that make it a vibrant place for learning, growing and connection. Trustees recognise the breadth of this role and are committed to strengthening the organisation s operational capacity. An early priority for the new Managing Director will be to shape and secure support for an additional capacity-building role that complements their leadership and enables GROW to thrive in the years ahead. 1. Strategy, Governance & Risk Provide overall leadership and strategic development of the charity. Oversee and report on organisational performance to the Board of Trustees quarterly. Ensure charity policies and legal guidelines are up to date, clearly communicated, and embedded in everyday culture. Ensure statutory filings (e.g. Charity Commission, Companies House) are accurate and timely. Maintain and regularly review the organisational Risk Register and report key risks and mitigations to the Board. Ensure compliance with all relevant legislation, including charity law, employment law, data protection, health & safety, safeguarding, and environmental regulations. Lead on crisis management and serious incident reporting. Prepare high-quality written reports for Board and sub-committee meetings. Advise Trustees on strategic opportunities, risks, and sector trends. Support Trustee recruitment, induction, and development. Enable Trustees to fulfil their governance responsibilities effectively. Engage relevant professional expertise where appropriate to support decision making. 2. Operations, Education & Farm Ensure operational resilience, deputising and covering critical functions during staff absence. Work closely with Education Leads to develop the quality of our educational programmes, ensuring they align with agroecological principles. Ensure thorough Risk Assessments are completed, communicated, and implemented for all activities and programmes. Support the income generation strategy for the Farm. Support the Farm Manager with infrastructure development, including planning permission applications. 3. Finance & Fundraising Act as the main point of contact for the charity s accountants. Develop and oversee organisational budgets, leading annual budget-setting and ongoing monthly, quarterly, and forecast reviews. Develop and deliver the annual income generation and fundraising strategy with the Head of Fundraising. Oversee effective impact reporting with the Head of Fundraising. Develop and implement plans to improve cost-efficiency. Support the completion of large and complex fundraising bids. 4. Partnerships Act as the main point of contact for GROW s key partner, The Totteridge Academy (TTA), and the Academy Trust, United Learning, to ensure the partnership is effective and positive. Build and develop partnerships with schools, youth services, local authority, community growing networks and organisations to support the long-term development of educational programmes and participant recruitment and local environmental impact. 5. Marketing & Profile Oversee the charity s overall marketing and communications strategy. Retain strategic oversight of all core marketing and communications, including the press opportunities, charity s website, printed materials, and promotional content, ensuring that GROW s voice, values, and impact are communicated clearly and consistently. Build and enhance the charity s public profile through events, speaking engagements, and external representation. 6. People, HR & Safeguarding Manage and support the team to effectively perform their roles and develop within GROW, ensuring staff are fully trained and confident with organisational policies. Lead the recruitment and onboarding of all staff in line with Equality, Diversity & Inclusion and Safeguarding policies, and Safer Recruitment best practice. Act as the Designated Safeguarding Lead and ensure compliance with any safeguarding requirements set by partner school, The Totteridge Academy. Be rigorously mindful of child safeguarding at all times, embedding safeguarding policies in everyday culture and remain up to date with relevant legislation and training. Oversee HR processes including appraisals, performance management, and professional development. Develop progressive internal systems, policies, and training that promote a fair, inclusive, and supportive workplace, grounded in our agroecological principles. Ensuring the organisation is GDPR compliant and acts as the Data Protection Lead. 7. Values & Culture Act as a role model for GROW s guiding agroecological principles and organisational values in all internal and external relationships. Create a supportive, nurturing, high-trust culture in which staff and freelancers can thrive. Champion a culture of reflection, evaluation, and continuous improvement. Centre community voice in decision making, governance, and organisational strategy Direct reports: Farm Manager TTA Education Lead Senior Facilitator Head of Fundraising Freelance Programme Leads This job description is not exhaustive; as a small and evolving charity, flexibility is essential and all staff are expected to take a hands-on approach and support wider organisational needs where required. Person Specification Essential Personal Qualities Strong alignment with GROW s mission, agroecological principles, and organisational values. Ability to lead and nurture a strong, cohesive, and collaborative team intuitively and with empathy. Resilient and adaptable. Calm under pressure. Collaborative by nature and solution-focussed in approach. Strong commitment to inclusive working practices and social justice. Essential Experience Significant experience working in a Senior Leadership role within a not-for-profit, education, and/or environmental sectors. Experience of building and maintaining successful partnership work, for example with farms, schools, local authorities, funders, and/or community organisations. Significant experience of managing and developing staff and freelancers in a small team. . click apply for full job details
Principal Highway Engineer to deliver the structures and drainage programme and assist with the the delivery of the overall capital programme and flood risk management. Overview of the role Principal Highways Engineer The Council's Highways services are high profile and vital to maintaining and enhancing the reputation of Islington Council as the custodian of the Public Realm. The post holder will be responsible for the contract compliance, in accordance with all the relevant specifications, contracts, quality, costs and legislative requirements. Providing a technical support service and to manage a team of assigned professional, technical and support staff engaging with residents, members and third parties to deliver public realm projects. Key responsibilities As Principal Highways Engineer, contribute to the collective leadership of the service, working collaboratively with other services across the Council, partners and stakeholders to deliver the service's objectives and priorities. Have a working knowledge of relevant highways legislation including Town and Country Planning Act 1990 and the Highways Act 1980. Actively contribute to the integrated delivery, improvement, management and performance of the Highways and Public Realm service, commissioning and managing activity within the Council and with internal and external partners, as required. Undertake tendering and procurement for contracts, from the specification stage to final award. Drive processes and contract efficiencies across allocated portfolio of contracts within the Highways and Public Realm service. Prepare and contribute to the comprehensive monthly reports on performance against all key performance indicators. Proficient use of IT including Microsoft Office, AutoCad / GIS. Prepare reports, briefing notes, FOI responses and press enquiry information as required. Manage the high-quality delivery of the Highways and Public Realm service, to meet business strategy. Ensure all service areas meet identified needs and deliver continuous service improvement. Criteria description Principal Highways Engineer Principal Highways Engineer Educated to Degree level or equivalent experience in Highways Engineering / Management. Evidence of continued professional, managerial and personal development. Experience working within a Highways Service managing highway improvement schemes. Principal Highways Engineer Management and supervision of a team of Technical Staff. Experience in Project Management including bid writing and funding applications. Experience using Microsoft Office, AutoCAD and GIS systems. Principal Highways Engineer Good understanding of legislation including the Highways Act 1980. Ability to prepare and manage capital and revenue budgets. Ability to write technical reports, briefing notes and respond to correspondence (including FOIs).
Mar 25, 2026
Contractor
Principal Highway Engineer to deliver the structures and drainage programme and assist with the the delivery of the overall capital programme and flood risk management. Overview of the role Principal Highways Engineer The Council's Highways services are high profile and vital to maintaining and enhancing the reputation of Islington Council as the custodian of the Public Realm. The post holder will be responsible for the contract compliance, in accordance with all the relevant specifications, contracts, quality, costs and legislative requirements. Providing a technical support service and to manage a team of assigned professional, technical and support staff engaging with residents, members and third parties to deliver public realm projects. Key responsibilities As Principal Highways Engineer, contribute to the collective leadership of the service, working collaboratively with other services across the Council, partners and stakeholders to deliver the service's objectives and priorities. Have a working knowledge of relevant highways legislation including Town and Country Planning Act 1990 and the Highways Act 1980. Actively contribute to the integrated delivery, improvement, management and performance of the Highways and Public Realm service, commissioning and managing activity within the Council and with internal and external partners, as required. Undertake tendering and procurement for contracts, from the specification stage to final award. Drive processes and contract efficiencies across allocated portfolio of contracts within the Highways and Public Realm service. Prepare and contribute to the comprehensive monthly reports on performance against all key performance indicators. Proficient use of IT including Microsoft Office, AutoCad / GIS. Prepare reports, briefing notes, FOI responses and press enquiry information as required. Manage the high-quality delivery of the Highways and Public Realm service, to meet business strategy. Ensure all service areas meet identified needs and deliver continuous service improvement. Criteria description Principal Highways Engineer Principal Highways Engineer Educated to Degree level or equivalent experience in Highways Engineering / Management. Evidence of continued professional, managerial and personal development. Experience working within a Highways Service managing highway improvement schemes. Principal Highways Engineer Management and supervision of a team of Technical Staff. Experience in Project Management including bid writing and funding applications. Experience using Microsoft Office, AutoCAD and GIS systems. Principal Highways Engineer Good understanding of legislation including the Highways Act 1980. Ability to prepare and manage capital and revenue budgets. Ability to write technical reports, briefing notes and respond to correspondence (including FOIs).
CBSbutler Holdings Limited trading as CBSbutler
Romsey, Hampshire
Project Manager (Defence) - Contract Romsey, Woking or Gloucester (Hybrid - 2 days onsite) 695 per day (Inside IR35) 6-month contract Active SC Clearance required Overview Join a high-impact Defence programme delivering innovative solutions to complex challenges. This role provides project management resilience across multiple projects, supporting delivery from concept through to deployment. Key Responsibilities Define project scope, objectives, and deliverables with stakeholders Develop and manage detailed project plans, schedules, and milestones Lead cross-functional teams and manage resources effectively Oversee budgets, costs, and financial performance Identify and mitigate risks and issues Monitor progress and ensure delivery to time, cost, and quality targets Manage stakeholder communication and expectations Maintain accurate documentation and reporting Ensure quality standards and successful project closure Key Requirements Active UK SC clearance (essential) Strong stakeholder management and communication skills Proven experience delivering hardware/software projects up to 5m Background in Defence/MOD environments Experience across full project lifecycle, including bids/pre-sales Strong commercial and financial awareness Ability to manage multiple projects in fast-paced environments Experience with risk and opportunity management Knowledge of subcontractor and supplier management (including international) Relevant qualifications (APM, PRINCE2, PMP, Agile) preferred Desirable Experience in rapid prototyping/UOR environments Bid training or certifications Ideal for an experienced Project Manager who thrives in complex, mission-driven environments and can deliver at pace. If this Project Manager role is of interest, apply now!
Mar 25, 2026
Contractor
Project Manager (Defence) - Contract Romsey, Woking or Gloucester (Hybrid - 2 days onsite) 695 per day (Inside IR35) 6-month contract Active SC Clearance required Overview Join a high-impact Defence programme delivering innovative solutions to complex challenges. This role provides project management resilience across multiple projects, supporting delivery from concept through to deployment. Key Responsibilities Define project scope, objectives, and deliverables with stakeholders Develop and manage detailed project plans, schedules, and milestones Lead cross-functional teams and manage resources effectively Oversee budgets, costs, and financial performance Identify and mitigate risks and issues Monitor progress and ensure delivery to time, cost, and quality targets Manage stakeholder communication and expectations Maintain accurate documentation and reporting Ensure quality standards and successful project closure Key Requirements Active UK SC clearance (essential) Strong stakeholder management and communication skills Proven experience delivering hardware/software projects up to 5m Background in Defence/MOD environments Experience across full project lifecycle, including bids/pre-sales Strong commercial and financial awareness Ability to manage multiple projects in fast-paced environments Experience with risk and opportunity management Knowledge of subcontractor and supplier management (including international) Relevant qualifications (APM, PRINCE2, PMP, Agile) preferred Desirable Experience in rapid prototyping/UOR environments Bid training or certifications Ideal for an experienced Project Manager who thrives in complex, mission-driven environments and can deliver at pace. If this Project Manager role is of interest, apply now!
A leading defence technology contractor require an Assistant Commercial Contracts Manager. Applicants need previous commercial contracts management expertise, ideally within the defence, aerospace or security sectors and the ability to lead commercial negotiations and strategies. The Assistant Commercial Contracts Manager will join a dynamic and high-performing commercial team. Interfacing with both UK MOD and export customers, the Assistant Commercial Contracts Manager will work across the contract lifecycle from bids/proposals, negotiation, in life management and claims/close-out. Hybrid working options available. Specific duties of the Assistant Commercial Contracts Manager include: Provide commercial contract management support to sales, bids and programme teams Responsible for all aspects of; legal, pricing, IP and negotiation Stakeholder management Use commercial acumen on tenders and a variety of contracts which range from standard to typically non-standard, of medium to higher complexity Support commercial leadership with improving and refining commercial contract management processes Assistant Commercial Contracts Manager applicants should meet the following criteria: Previous Commercial Contract Management experience within; aerospace, defence, engineering services, IT or technology sectors Previous experience at Senior Commercial Officer or Commercial Specialist level would suit Expertise across the entire contract lifecycle, with experience across a range of commercial agreements Ability to engage with stakeholders IACCM, WCC or MCIPS certified or holding a LLB, LLM would be advantageous
Mar 25, 2026
Full time
A leading defence technology contractor require an Assistant Commercial Contracts Manager. Applicants need previous commercial contracts management expertise, ideally within the defence, aerospace or security sectors and the ability to lead commercial negotiations and strategies. The Assistant Commercial Contracts Manager will join a dynamic and high-performing commercial team. Interfacing with both UK MOD and export customers, the Assistant Commercial Contracts Manager will work across the contract lifecycle from bids/proposals, negotiation, in life management and claims/close-out. Hybrid working options available. Specific duties of the Assistant Commercial Contracts Manager include: Provide commercial contract management support to sales, bids and programme teams Responsible for all aspects of; legal, pricing, IP and negotiation Stakeholder management Use commercial acumen on tenders and a variety of contracts which range from standard to typically non-standard, of medium to higher complexity Support commercial leadership with improving and refining commercial contract management processes Assistant Commercial Contracts Manager applicants should meet the following criteria: Previous Commercial Contract Management experience within; aerospace, defence, engineering services, IT or technology sectors Previous experience at Senior Commercial Officer or Commercial Specialist level would suit Expertise across the entire contract lifecycle, with experience across a range of commercial agreements Ability to engage with stakeholders IACCM, WCC or MCIPS certified or holding a LLB, LLM would be advantageous
Senior Administrator Evesham Up to £32,000 Arden Personnel is partnering with a respected client in Evesham to find a highly organised Senior Administrator. This is a varied, busy role where you will help run professional development programmes and support the organisation's members. If you are comfortable juggling multiple tasks, have a great eye for detail, and want to join a small, friendly team, this is a fantastic opportunity. The Details Salary: £29,000 £32,000 per year. Hours: Monday to Friday, 09 30 (No weekends or bank holidays). Hybrid Working: Work from home every Monday (Tuesday to Friday in the Evesham office). Contract: Full-time, permanent Location: Evesham. Please note: A valid UK driving licence and you own vehicle are essential, as the office is not on a public transport route. Perks: Free on-site parking and a supportive working environment. Holidays are 22 days + BH, going up to 25 after 2 yrs service What You Will Be Doing Reporting to the Corporate Relationship Manager, your day-to-day duties will include: Guiding individual members through their membership upgrade process. Organising and overseeing professional training programmes to ensure they run smoothly and meet targets. Communicating with senior members to recruit and train them as volunteer assessors. Liaising with external training providers to arrange course access for members. Keeping the CRM database clean and up to date. Providing simple performance reports to the management team and Board. Acting as a helpful, friendly point of contact for members via phone and email. What We Are Looking For To do well in this role, you will need: Strong administrative experience (a background in professional membership, training, or project coordination is a bonus). Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and hit deadlines. Great attention to detail to ensure all records and processes are accurate. Confident communication skills, both written and over the phone. Good IT skills and the ability to pick up new database systems easily. &#(phone number removed); Ready to Apply? We are actively reviewing CVs for this Senior Administrator role, so please get in touch! &#(phone number removed); (url removed) &#(phone number removed); (phone number removed) (Alcester) (phone number removed) (Redditch) Follow Arden Personnel on Facebook, Instagram & LinkedIn for live vacancies. &#(phone number removed); About Arden Personnel We recruit across Redditch, Bromsgrove, Studley, Henley in Arden, Evesham, Alcester, Bidford on Avon, Leamington Spa, Warwick & Stratford upon Avon. We re an equal opportunities employer, placing talent across Administration, Marketing, IT, HR, Finance, Customer Service, Purchasing, Engineering and more. &#(phone number removed); Your next opportunity could be just a call or click away.
Mar 25, 2026
Full time
Senior Administrator Evesham Up to £32,000 Arden Personnel is partnering with a respected client in Evesham to find a highly organised Senior Administrator. This is a varied, busy role where you will help run professional development programmes and support the organisation's members. If you are comfortable juggling multiple tasks, have a great eye for detail, and want to join a small, friendly team, this is a fantastic opportunity. The Details Salary: £29,000 £32,000 per year. Hours: Monday to Friday, 09 30 (No weekends or bank holidays). Hybrid Working: Work from home every Monday (Tuesday to Friday in the Evesham office). Contract: Full-time, permanent Location: Evesham. Please note: A valid UK driving licence and you own vehicle are essential, as the office is not on a public transport route. Perks: Free on-site parking and a supportive working environment. Holidays are 22 days + BH, going up to 25 after 2 yrs service What You Will Be Doing Reporting to the Corporate Relationship Manager, your day-to-day duties will include: Guiding individual members through their membership upgrade process. Organising and overseeing professional training programmes to ensure they run smoothly and meet targets. Communicating with senior members to recruit and train them as volunteer assessors. Liaising with external training providers to arrange course access for members. Keeping the CRM database clean and up to date. Providing simple performance reports to the management team and Board. Acting as a helpful, friendly point of contact for members via phone and email. What We Are Looking For To do well in this role, you will need: Strong administrative experience (a background in professional membership, training, or project coordination is a bonus). Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and hit deadlines. Great attention to detail to ensure all records and processes are accurate. Confident communication skills, both written and over the phone. Good IT skills and the ability to pick up new database systems easily. &#(phone number removed); Ready to Apply? We are actively reviewing CVs for this Senior Administrator role, so please get in touch! &#(phone number removed); (url removed) &#(phone number removed); (phone number removed) (Alcester) (phone number removed) (Redditch) Follow Arden Personnel on Facebook, Instagram & LinkedIn for live vacancies. &#(phone number removed); About Arden Personnel We recruit across Redditch, Bromsgrove, Studley, Henley in Arden, Evesham, Alcester, Bidford on Avon, Leamington Spa, Warwick & Stratford upon Avon. We re an equal opportunities employer, placing talent across Administration, Marketing, IT, HR, Finance, Customer Service, Purchasing, Engineering and more. &#(phone number removed); Your next opportunity could be just a call or click away.
A leading defence technology contractor require an Assistant Commercial Contracts Manager. Applicants need previous commercial contracts management expertise, ideally within the defence, aerospace or security sectors and the ability to lead commercial negotiations and strategies. The Assistant Commercial Contracts Manager will join a dynamic and high-performing commercial team. Interfacing with both UK MOD and export customers, the Assistant Commercial Contracts Manager will work across the contract lifecycle from bids/proposals, negotiation, in life management and claims/close-out. Hybrid working options available. Specific duties of the Assistant Commercial Contracts Manager include: Provide commercial contract management support to sales, bids and programme teams Responsible for all aspects of; legal, pricing, IP and negotiation Stakeholder management Use commercial acumen on tenders and a variety of contracts which range from standard to typically non-standard, of medium to higher complexity Support commercial leadership with improving and refining commercial contract management processes Assistant Commercial Contracts Manager applicants should meet the following criteria: Previous Commercial Contract Management experience within; aerospace, defence, engineering services, IT or technology sectors Previous experience at Senior Commercial Officer or Commercial Specialist level would suit Expertise across the entire contract lifecycle, with experience across a range of commercial agreements Ability to engage with stakeholders IACCM, WCC or MCIPS certified or holding a LLB, LLM would be advantageous
Mar 25, 2026
Full time
A leading defence technology contractor require an Assistant Commercial Contracts Manager. Applicants need previous commercial contracts management expertise, ideally within the defence, aerospace or security sectors and the ability to lead commercial negotiations and strategies. The Assistant Commercial Contracts Manager will join a dynamic and high-performing commercial team. Interfacing with both UK MOD and export customers, the Assistant Commercial Contracts Manager will work across the contract lifecycle from bids/proposals, negotiation, in life management and claims/close-out. Hybrid working options available. Specific duties of the Assistant Commercial Contracts Manager include: Provide commercial contract management support to sales, bids and programme teams Responsible for all aspects of; legal, pricing, IP and negotiation Stakeholder management Use commercial acumen on tenders and a variety of contracts which range from standard to typically non-standard, of medium to higher complexity Support commercial leadership with improving and refining commercial contract management processes Assistant Commercial Contracts Manager applicants should meet the following criteria: Previous Commercial Contract Management experience within; aerospace, defence, engineering services, IT or technology sectors Previous experience at Senior Commercial Officer or Commercial Specialist level would suit Expertise across the entire contract lifecycle, with experience across a range of commercial agreements Ability to engage with stakeholders IACCM, WCC or MCIPS certified or holding a LLB, LLM would be advantageous
A leading defence technology contractor require an Assistant Commercial Contracts Manager. Applicants need previous commercial contracts management expertise, ideally within the defence, aerospace or security sectors and the ability to lead commercial negotiations and strategies. The Assistant Commercial Contracts Manager will join a dynamic and high-performing commercial team. Interfacing with both UK MOD and export customers, the Assistant Commercial Contracts Manager will work across the contract lifecycle from bids/proposals, negotiation, in life management and claims/close-out. Hybrid working options available. Specific duties of the Assistant Commercial Contracts Manager include: Provide commercial contract management support to sales, bids and programme teams Responsible for all aspects of; legal, pricing, IP and negotiation Stakeholder management Use commercial acumen on tenders and a variety of contracts which range from standard to typically non-standard, of medium to higher complexity Support commercial leadership with improving and refining commercial contract management processes Assistant Commercial Contracts Manager applicants should meet the following criteria: Previous Commercial Contract Management experience within; aerospace, defence, engineering services, IT or technology sectors Previous experience at Senior Commercial Officer or Commercial Specialist level would suit Expertise across the entire contract lifecycle, with experience across a range of commercial agreements Ability to engage with stakeholders IACCM, WCC or MCIPS certified or holding a LLB, LLM would be advantageous
Mar 25, 2026
Full time
A leading defence technology contractor require an Assistant Commercial Contracts Manager. Applicants need previous commercial contracts management expertise, ideally within the defence, aerospace or security sectors and the ability to lead commercial negotiations and strategies. The Assistant Commercial Contracts Manager will join a dynamic and high-performing commercial team. Interfacing with both UK MOD and export customers, the Assistant Commercial Contracts Manager will work across the contract lifecycle from bids/proposals, negotiation, in life management and claims/close-out. Hybrid working options available. Specific duties of the Assistant Commercial Contracts Manager include: Provide commercial contract management support to sales, bids and programme teams Responsible for all aspects of; legal, pricing, IP and negotiation Stakeholder management Use commercial acumen on tenders and a variety of contracts which range from standard to typically non-standard, of medium to higher complexity Support commercial leadership with improving and refining commercial contract management processes Assistant Commercial Contracts Manager applicants should meet the following criteria: Previous Commercial Contract Management experience within; aerospace, defence, engineering services, IT or technology sectors Previous experience at Senior Commercial Officer or Commercial Specialist level would suit Expertise across the entire contract lifecycle, with experience across a range of commercial agreements Ability to engage with stakeholders IACCM, WCC or MCIPS certified or holding a LLB, LLM would be advantageous
