Hybrid - Strategic HR Business Partner - Swindon Council Salary : 400 Per Day Hours: 37 Hours Working Schedule : Monday to Friday Contract Length : 3 Month Contract Location : Civic Campus, Euclid Street, Swindon, SN1 2JG Job Details Purpose To support delivery of the councils people strategy (At our Best) and the Swindon Plan as a senior member of the HR Operations team. To balance your role as strategic advisor and member of the Senior Management Team to a specific service with supporting the council in its ambition to be an employer of choice. To be an expert strategic HR and organisational development advisor to senior leaders across the breath of complex HR issues. To contribute to the improvement of services through the design, delivery, and implementation of people strategies and solutions that deliver organisational excellence. To be a role model in bringing the councils culture, values and behaviours, and new ways of working to life. Accountabilities To contribute to the strategic management of the council as an extended member of the Senior Management Team to an allocated Directorate / Service, ensuring that people related issues are considered in the design and delivery of services. Strategic alignment: Partner with senior leaders to develop, implement, and embed HR strategies that support long-term goals, drive organisational performance and ensures the councils financial sustainability. Organisational design & change management programmes: Lead initiatives around the design and delivery of restructuring, workforce planning, and transformation to ensure organisational agility and scalability. Talent and development strategy: Collaborate on succession planning, leadership development, and talent acquisition strategies to build a robust talent pipeline and support a culture of growing our own. Culture & engagement: Champion initiatives including the At our Best programme that enhance employee engagement, inclusion, high performance, continuous improvement and a values-driven culture. Performance & capability: Drive performance management processes and support capability building across teams. Data-driven insights: Commission and interpret HR analytics to inform evidence-based decisions, identify trends, and recommend proactive solutions. Employee relations & risk management: Provide guidance on complex employee relations issues, ensuring compliance and mitigating risk in line with council policies, employment law and best practice to deliver innovative people solutions. To provide and evaluate risk-based options, and advise upon risk ahead of key decisions, adjusting plans as necessary. To commission the HR&OD & Enabling Services centres of excellence to develop and embed innovative interventions that drive transformational change across and within services. To provide coaching and risk-based advice and support to senior managers and leaders, enabling and empowering them to make informed decisions while ensuring their accountability for decisions. To embed HR best practice and develop high standards of people management within services. To assist in developing and rolling out organisational HR policy, practice and procedure ensuring their consistent application within services. To be a positive influencer and constructively challenge ideas and proposals to ensure sound people implications are considered ahead of decisions being made. To network and build positive relationships with key stakeholders and external partners. To develop and maintain excellent trade union relationships, particularly regarding HR change and cultural development. To use computerised systems, technology, artificial intelligence (AI) and digital solutions to deliver an effective service. To ensure EDI is integral to the work of the function and adheres to all legal and mandatory requirements. To lead / contribute to people management and organisation change workstreams as required. To lead the compilation of responses to requests for employment data or staffing information. To chair working groups as requested, ensuring the needs of the department on a particular issue are clearly articulated and considered as appropriate. To be a visible, engaging, and inspiring member of the HR Operations leadership team and wider senior management team of the assigned service / s. To work with the HR Operations leadership team to identify and grow future talent, to enable succession planning within the HR Operations team and wider HR & OD Service. To escalate complex problems / issues and areas of risk to the Head of HR Operations and Delivery or other members of the HR and OD Leadership team. To deputise for the Head of HR Operations from time to time, as required. To contribute to the effectiveness of the services provided by the HR &OD Service; and support and advise on the departmental contribution to business processes, making suggestions for improvement / change where appropriate. To be a positive ambassador for the HR Operations team and wider HR and OD Service. To attend HR Operations team meetings and other HR and OD Service meetings as required. To maintain own continuing professional development in consultation with the Head of HR Operations and to liaise / network with other HR practitioners as appropriate. Any other duties commensurate with the grade and purpose of the post.
Mar 28, 2026
Contractor
Hybrid - Strategic HR Business Partner - Swindon Council Salary : 400 Per Day Hours: 37 Hours Working Schedule : Monday to Friday Contract Length : 3 Month Contract Location : Civic Campus, Euclid Street, Swindon, SN1 2JG Job Details Purpose To support delivery of the councils people strategy (At our Best) and the Swindon Plan as a senior member of the HR Operations team. To balance your role as strategic advisor and member of the Senior Management Team to a specific service with supporting the council in its ambition to be an employer of choice. To be an expert strategic HR and organisational development advisor to senior leaders across the breath of complex HR issues. To contribute to the improvement of services through the design, delivery, and implementation of people strategies and solutions that deliver organisational excellence. To be a role model in bringing the councils culture, values and behaviours, and new ways of working to life. Accountabilities To contribute to the strategic management of the council as an extended member of the Senior Management Team to an allocated Directorate / Service, ensuring that people related issues are considered in the design and delivery of services. Strategic alignment: Partner with senior leaders to develop, implement, and embed HR strategies that support long-term goals, drive organisational performance and ensures the councils financial sustainability. Organisational design & change management programmes: Lead initiatives around the design and delivery of restructuring, workforce planning, and transformation to ensure organisational agility and scalability. Talent and development strategy: Collaborate on succession planning, leadership development, and talent acquisition strategies to build a robust talent pipeline and support a culture of growing our own. Culture & engagement: Champion initiatives including the At our Best programme that enhance employee engagement, inclusion, high performance, continuous improvement and a values-driven culture. Performance & capability: Drive performance management processes and support capability building across teams. Data-driven insights: Commission and interpret HR analytics to inform evidence-based decisions, identify trends, and recommend proactive solutions. Employee relations & risk management: Provide guidance on complex employee relations issues, ensuring compliance and mitigating risk in line with council policies, employment law and best practice to deliver innovative people solutions. To provide and evaluate risk-based options, and advise upon risk ahead of key decisions, adjusting plans as necessary. To commission the HR&OD & Enabling Services centres of excellence to develop and embed innovative interventions that drive transformational change across and within services. To provide coaching and risk-based advice and support to senior managers and leaders, enabling and empowering them to make informed decisions while ensuring their accountability for decisions. To embed HR best practice and develop high standards of people management within services. To assist in developing and rolling out organisational HR policy, practice and procedure ensuring their consistent application within services. To be a positive influencer and constructively challenge ideas and proposals to ensure sound people implications are considered ahead of decisions being made. To network and build positive relationships with key stakeholders and external partners. To develop and maintain excellent trade union relationships, particularly regarding HR change and cultural development. To use computerised systems, technology, artificial intelligence (AI) and digital solutions to deliver an effective service. To ensure EDI is integral to the work of the function and adheres to all legal and mandatory requirements. To lead / contribute to people management and organisation change workstreams as required. To lead the compilation of responses to requests for employment data or staffing information. To chair working groups as requested, ensuring the needs of the department on a particular issue are clearly articulated and considered as appropriate. To be a visible, engaging, and inspiring member of the HR Operations leadership team and wider senior management team of the assigned service / s. To work with the HR Operations leadership team to identify and grow future talent, to enable succession planning within the HR Operations team and wider HR & OD Service. To escalate complex problems / issues and areas of risk to the Head of HR Operations and Delivery or other members of the HR and OD Leadership team. To deputise for the Head of HR Operations from time to time, as required. To contribute to the effectiveness of the services provided by the HR &OD Service; and support and advise on the departmental contribution to business processes, making suggestions for improvement / change where appropriate. To be a positive ambassador for the HR Operations team and wider HR and OD Service. To attend HR Operations team meetings and other HR and OD Service meetings as required. To maintain own continuing professional development in consultation with the Head of HR Operations and to liaise / network with other HR practitioners as appropriate. Any other duties commensurate with the grade and purpose of the post.
Head of Housing Options Join us as Head of Housing Options to play a key ley senior role within our Place Directorate. Your impact as a strategic leader can take our approach to preventing homelessness to a new level, while improving access to safe, secure and sustainable housing. Make your mark on the future of Salford Salford has much to celebrate as a city, from new homes and employment opportunities to its vibrant cultural scene. Yet there is still huge potential to build on past successes - and find new and innovative ways to improve residents' lives. Housing is a key priority. We want you to set the vision and direction for a high performing, values driven service that works effectively across the Council, with partners and within communities. You will build a team with the passion and capabilities to deliver prevention, early help, strengthen independence, and secure positive outcomes for residents. The role You will provide visible, values-driven strategic leadership, setting clear direction and driving transformational change that improves outcomes, modernises working practices, reduces spend and strengthens organisational culture. Key responsibilities include: Leading the delivery of our Homelessness and Rough Sleeping Strategies, ensuring homelessness prevention is embedded across core Council services. Ensuring that all statutory homelessness duties are implemented effectively Driving the implementation of homelessness prevention activities. Providing strategic leadership for statutory homelessness assessments, prevention and relief activity, Allocations Policy implementation, Choice Based Lettings system management and the delivery of high quality housing advice. Developing and sustaining a skilled, motivated and values driven workforce. Ensuring the Housing Options service is fully immersed in the Live Well, All Age Prevention and Family First models. Championing innovation, partnership working and system wide collaboration. Leading the planning, delivery and monitoring of the service, in collaboration with partners. Building, strengthening and maintaining effective partnerships across Greater Manchester Contributing to the overall leadership of the Place Directorate. About you You will bring: Demonstrated professional expertise and a strong track record of delivering sustainable, meaningful outcomes within housing, homelessness or a related field. Up to date and in-depth knowledge of the legislative, regulatory and policy frameworks relating to housing, homelessness and allocations. The ability to inspire, motivate and lead teams, creating a positive, supportive and high performing working environment. A 'can do' attitude that gets things done focusing on positive outcomes for service users and staff. Experience of leading successful change and transformation, enabling teams and services to adapt effectively to new challenges and opportunities. Strategic leadership skills that enable the development and continuous improvement of services, ensuring they align with organisational priorities. Excellent communication, negotiation and influencing skills, with a positive, solutions focused, supportive approach and strong problem solving, planning and analytical capability. Want to know more about Salford? As an authority we are dedicated to improving the lives of our residents, and as an employer we are passionate about helping individuals to thrive in their work. We are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture and are proud of our professional accreditations which champion this. Find out about our city as a place to live, work & grow, and learn more about the amazing work we are doing. You'll also find out about the wealth of benefits we have to offer you on our Salford pages ! Continuous Service commitment New employees can keep their service related benefits when moving between a whole host of public sector organisations within Greater Manchester, which include: Councils, NHS, Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue, Transport for Greater Manchester, as well as many others under this scheme. Find out if this applies to you on our Continuous Service page. . Guaranteed Assessment Schemes We have made a commitment to improve the employment opportunities for people with disabilities, care leavers, carers, and ex-military personnel by way of a Guaranteed Assessment Scheme. Our application forms ask you to indicate if you meet any of the criteria within this scheme, and so to find out more and if you qualify please visit our Guaranteed Assessment Scheme page. . Privacy Statement and Data Protection Our core data protection obligations and commitments are set out in the council's primary Recruitment and Employment Privacy Notice which can be found at .
Mar 28, 2026
Full time
Head of Housing Options Join us as Head of Housing Options to play a key ley senior role within our Place Directorate. Your impact as a strategic leader can take our approach to preventing homelessness to a new level, while improving access to safe, secure and sustainable housing. Make your mark on the future of Salford Salford has much to celebrate as a city, from new homes and employment opportunities to its vibrant cultural scene. Yet there is still huge potential to build on past successes - and find new and innovative ways to improve residents' lives. Housing is a key priority. We want you to set the vision and direction for a high performing, values driven service that works effectively across the Council, with partners and within communities. You will build a team with the passion and capabilities to deliver prevention, early help, strengthen independence, and secure positive outcomes for residents. The role You will provide visible, values-driven strategic leadership, setting clear direction and driving transformational change that improves outcomes, modernises working practices, reduces spend and strengthens organisational culture. Key responsibilities include: Leading the delivery of our Homelessness and Rough Sleeping Strategies, ensuring homelessness prevention is embedded across core Council services. Ensuring that all statutory homelessness duties are implemented effectively Driving the implementation of homelessness prevention activities. Providing strategic leadership for statutory homelessness assessments, prevention and relief activity, Allocations Policy implementation, Choice Based Lettings system management and the delivery of high quality housing advice. Developing and sustaining a skilled, motivated and values driven workforce. Ensuring the Housing Options service is fully immersed in the Live Well, All Age Prevention and Family First models. Championing innovation, partnership working and system wide collaboration. Leading the planning, delivery and monitoring of the service, in collaboration with partners. Building, strengthening and maintaining effective partnerships across Greater Manchester Contributing to the overall leadership of the Place Directorate. About you You will bring: Demonstrated professional expertise and a strong track record of delivering sustainable, meaningful outcomes within housing, homelessness or a related field. Up to date and in-depth knowledge of the legislative, regulatory and policy frameworks relating to housing, homelessness and allocations. The ability to inspire, motivate and lead teams, creating a positive, supportive and high performing working environment. A 'can do' attitude that gets things done focusing on positive outcomes for service users and staff. Experience of leading successful change and transformation, enabling teams and services to adapt effectively to new challenges and opportunities. Strategic leadership skills that enable the development and continuous improvement of services, ensuring they align with organisational priorities. Excellent communication, negotiation and influencing skills, with a positive, solutions focused, supportive approach and strong problem solving, planning and analytical capability. Want to know more about Salford? As an authority we are dedicated to improving the lives of our residents, and as an employer we are passionate about helping individuals to thrive in their work. We are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture and are proud of our professional accreditations which champion this. Find out about our city as a place to live, work & grow, and learn more about the amazing work we are doing. You'll also find out about the wealth of benefits we have to offer you on our Salford pages ! Continuous Service commitment New employees can keep their service related benefits when moving between a whole host of public sector organisations within Greater Manchester, which include: Councils, NHS, Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue, Transport for Greater Manchester, as well as many others under this scheme. Find out if this applies to you on our Continuous Service page. . Guaranteed Assessment Schemes We have made a commitment to improve the employment opportunities for people with disabilities, care leavers, carers, and ex-military personnel by way of a Guaranteed Assessment Scheme. Our application forms ask you to indicate if you meet any of the criteria within this scheme, and so to find out more and if you qualify please visit our Guaranteed Assessment Scheme page. . Privacy Statement and Data Protection Our core data protection obligations and commitments are set out in the council's primary Recruitment and Employment Privacy Notice which can be found at .
Head of Venue Technical When registering to this job board you will be redirected to the online application form. Please ensure that this is completed in full in order that your application can be reviewed. Head of Venue Technical You'll report to the Venue Director and be responsible for the Deputy Technical Manager, Senior Technician, Venue Technicians, Maintenance Manager and Stage Door Department. Please note, your role may involve working with children or vulnerable people. Key responsibilities The Head of Venue Technical leads all technical and facilities operations at Swansea Arena, delivering exceptional support for visiting productions, conferences and events while maintaining the building's technical infrastructure to a high standard. You'll own health and safety, asset management, and maintenance, and build an efficient, customer focused technical and facilities function. Your skills, qualities, and experience Technical Leadership Lead, develop and work alongside the technical team to deliver outstanding production support. Act as the primary technical contact for visiting productions and events, ensuring requirements are met efficiently and cost effectively. Provide expert technical guidance across all event types, from major concerts to small meetings. Manage supplier relationships to secure high quality equipment at best value. Oversee Stage Door operations to ensure a professional, welcoming backstage experience. Support technical needs across all venue departments and activities. Safety, Health & Compliance Champion a strong safety culture and ensure full compliance with Health & Safety legislation and ATG policies and Risk Management Systems. Lead all building and technical safety processes, inspections, and documentation. Maintain rigorous testing, inspection and risk assessment standards for all equipment, installations, and operations. Ensure staff and contractors demonstrate appropriate competency for all works and meet ATGs Contractor Management Policy. Budget & Finance Prepare, manage, and report on technical and facilities budgets. Oversee all purchasing and investment for building, technical and facilities needs. Ensure all procurement follows company procedures and is accurately recorded. Maintenance & Facilities Management Ensure the building, plant and equipment are maintained, tested and presented to the highest standard. Develop and manage planned and preventative maintenance programmes aligned with group policies. Lead or support capital and repair projects with the General Manager and central teams. Maintain accurate technical and building documentation, drawings, and records. People & Team Management Recruit, train, and manage the technical and facilities team to achieve business and individual goals. Oversee scheduling, HR processes, timesheets, and crew calls. Maintain clear, consistent communication and run regular team meetings. Senior Leadership Contribute actively as part of the venue's Senior Management Team. Collaborate with other Heads of Department to deliver aligned venue objectives. Represent ATG professionally within the industry and support programming and event planning. Other Duties Support operations at other ATG venues when required. Undertake reasonable duties aligned with the seniority of the role. About Us Our values ATG Entertainment's values set the tone for how we work, how we treat one another, and the culture we continue to build across the UK and the wider organisation. THRIVE doing what we love (with passion and dynamism) CONNECT through every act (with collaboration and kindness) DARE to do different (with curiosity and courage) PERFORM at our best (with customer focus and ownership) Our Corporate Social Responsibility pillars Everyone at ATG Entertainment is expected to play their part in achieving our goals and upholding our Corporate Social Responsibility priorities: Inclusion: Committing to creating and upholding a positive, inclusive culture that nurtures potential and supports well-being. Sustainability: Playing your part in reducing our environmental impact and finding more sustainable ways of working. Next Generations: Encouraging the next generation in live entertainment by contributing to our outreach and training programmes, including mentoring students and trainees, and supporting our Creative Learning and Community Partnerships work. Our culture You'll help us uphold a positive culture around meeting our obligations, by having a positive attitude to health and safety, legal and insurance requirements and take care to understand our policies and procedures. We are all expected to participate actively in the life of the company, and opportunities will arise for you to collaborate with others across the business. Everyone at ATG Entertainment is expected to be flexible and adapt as the needs of the business change, taking on new or different responsibilities as the need arises. Our Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Access Mission Statement - A Stage for Everyone Our stages are a platform for compelling stories - stories that are for all, by all, and of all. We shine our spotlight on our differences and believe that understanding and celebrating these differences makes us better global citizens. We are passionate about the pursuit of true diversity and equality. We strive to make our venues beacons of these ideals in our communities. Onstage and off, we hold ourselves accountable for nurturing an inclusive culture, one in which everyone can bring their authentic selves. At ATG entertainment, we provide a stage for everyone. We recognise that we do not have all the answers; but we strive to listen, to learn and to change in order to ensure ATG Entertainment becomes a truly inclusive organisation. We therefore welcome and encourage applications from individuals from the widest possible range of backgrounds and particularly welcome applications from those currently underrepresented in our workforce. We are a Disability Confident Committed Employer, which means that we are taking action to ensure that people with disabilities and long-term health conditions feel supported, engaged, and able to fulfil their potential in the workplace. We will offer an interview or recruitment event to disabled candidates who tell us they wish to participate in the scheme and who demonstrate in their application that they best meet the essential criteria for the role. Where we receive more applications than we are reasonably able to interview for any given role, we will retain applications for the next available interview opportunity wherever possible.
Mar 28, 2026
Full time
Head of Venue Technical When registering to this job board you will be redirected to the online application form. Please ensure that this is completed in full in order that your application can be reviewed. Head of Venue Technical You'll report to the Venue Director and be responsible for the Deputy Technical Manager, Senior Technician, Venue Technicians, Maintenance Manager and Stage Door Department. Please note, your role may involve working with children or vulnerable people. Key responsibilities The Head of Venue Technical leads all technical and facilities operations at Swansea Arena, delivering exceptional support for visiting productions, conferences and events while maintaining the building's technical infrastructure to a high standard. You'll own health and safety, asset management, and maintenance, and build an efficient, customer focused technical and facilities function. Your skills, qualities, and experience Technical Leadership Lead, develop and work alongside the technical team to deliver outstanding production support. Act as the primary technical contact for visiting productions and events, ensuring requirements are met efficiently and cost effectively. Provide expert technical guidance across all event types, from major concerts to small meetings. Manage supplier relationships to secure high quality equipment at best value. Oversee Stage Door operations to ensure a professional, welcoming backstage experience. Support technical needs across all venue departments and activities. Safety, Health & Compliance Champion a strong safety culture and ensure full compliance with Health & Safety legislation and ATG policies and Risk Management Systems. Lead all building and technical safety processes, inspections, and documentation. Maintain rigorous testing, inspection and risk assessment standards for all equipment, installations, and operations. Ensure staff and contractors demonstrate appropriate competency for all works and meet ATGs Contractor Management Policy. Budget & Finance Prepare, manage, and report on technical and facilities budgets. Oversee all purchasing and investment for building, technical and facilities needs. Ensure all procurement follows company procedures and is accurately recorded. Maintenance & Facilities Management Ensure the building, plant and equipment are maintained, tested and presented to the highest standard. Develop and manage planned and preventative maintenance programmes aligned with group policies. Lead or support capital and repair projects with the General Manager and central teams. Maintain accurate technical and building documentation, drawings, and records. People & Team Management Recruit, train, and manage the technical and facilities team to achieve business and individual goals. Oversee scheduling, HR processes, timesheets, and crew calls. Maintain clear, consistent communication and run regular team meetings. Senior Leadership Contribute actively as part of the venue's Senior Management Team. Collaborate with other Heads of Department to deliver aligned venue objectives. Represent ATG professionally within the industry and support programming and event planning. Other Duties Support operations at other ATG venues when required. Undertake reasonable duties aligned with the seniority of the role. About Us Our values ATG Entertainment's values set the tone for how we work, how we treat one another, and the culture we continue to build across the UK and the wider organisation. THRIVE doing what we love (with passion and dynamism) CONNECT through every act (with collaboration and kindness) DARE to do different (with curiosity and courage) PERFORM at our best (with customer focus and ownership) Our Corporate Social Responsibility pillars Everyone at ATG Entertainment is expected to play their part in achieving our goals and upholding our Corporate Social Responsibility priorities: Inclusion: Committing to creating and upholding a positive, inclusive culture that nurtures potential and supports well-being. Sustainability: Playing your part in reducing our environmental impact and finding more sustainable ways of working. Next Generations: Encouraging the next generation in live entertainment by contributing to our outreach and training programmes, including mentoring students and trainees, and supporting our Creative Learning and Community Partnerships work. Our culture You'll help us uphold a positive culture around meeting our obligations, by having a positive attitude to health and safety, legal and insurance requirements and take care to understand our policies and procedures. We are all expected to participate actively in the life of the company, and opportunities will arise for you to collaborate with others across the business. Everyone at ATG Entertainment is expected to be flexible and adapt as the needs of the business change, taking on new or different responsibilities as the need arises. Our Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Access Mission Statement - A Stage for Everyone Our stages are a platform for compelling stories - stories that are for all, by all, and of all. We shine our spotlight on our differences and believe that understanding and celebrating these differences makes us better global citizens. We are passionate about the pursuit of true diversity and equality. We strive to make our venues beacons of these ideals in our communities. Onstage and off, we hold ourselves accountable for nurturing an inclusive culture, one in which everyone can bring their authentic selves. At ATG entertainment, we provide a stage for everyone. We recognise that we do not have all the answers; but we strive to listen, to learn and to change in order to ensure ATG Entertainment becomes a truly inclusive organisation. We therefore welcome and encourage applications from individuals from the widest possible range of backgrounds and particularly welcome applications from those currently underrepresented in our workforce. We are a Disability Confident Committed Employer, which means that we are taking action to ensure that people with disabilities and long-term health conditions feel supported, engaged, and able to fulfil their potential in the workplace. We will offer an interview or recruitment event to disabled candidates who tell us they wish to participate in the scheme and who demonstrate in their application that they best meet the essential criteria for the role. Where we receive more applications than we are reasonably able to interview for any given role, we will retain applications for the next available interview opportunity wherever possible.
Chief Executive Officer Our client has been providing independent advocacy for vulnerable people in Solihull for over 25 years. They are now looking for a new Chief Executive Officer to join the team in this pivotal position. If you are a collaborative, hands-on leader who can balance strategic vision with operational impact then apply today! Position: Chief Executive Officer Location: Solihull, Hybrid Hours: 37 hours per week (flexible working options considered) Contract: Permanent Salary: £45,000 FTE Closing date: 15th April 2026 The organisation supports adults and young people with a learning disability or autism, who also may be experiencing poor mental health or complex life circumstance. It supports people to have their say, understand their rights and be fully involved in decisions about their lives and ensures their voices are heard and their choices are respected. Rooted in the local community, its small and dedicated teams are known for their person-centred approach, strong values and commitment to social justice. Enabling people to live healthier, happier and independent lives is central to their work. The organisation is entering an exciting period of development, with opportunities to strengthen partnerships, diversify income and deepen its impact. About the Opportunity We are recruiting for an inspiring and values-led CEO to lead SAtA into an exciting period of development, with opportunities to strengthen partnerships, diversify income and deepen our impact. Working closely with the Board of Trustees, you will guide the organisation's strategy, people, partnerships and resources to maximise positive outcomes for local people. You will also act as the charity's senior ambassador, strengthening and growing relationships with commissioners, funders and partners. You will: Inspire and support people (staff and volunteers) to deliver their best for the people they serve. Lead the development and delivery of the strategic plan, translating vision into practical outcomes. Ensure delivery of high-quality advocacy services and community projects that champion the voice of lived experience and are underpinned by robust performance monitoring and strong operational systems. Build and strengthen influential partnerships and represent them locally, regionally and nationally. Develop deep insight into health and social care systems and champion the role of advocacy. Support the Board to meet its legal and regulatory duties, providing clear data on performance, finance and risk, to inform decision making. Ensure financial sustainability, including robust financial planning, budgeting, income generation and contract management. About You You will bring a blend of strategic leadership, operational confidence and a genuine commitment to advocating for those the organisation serve. You will be comfortable leading a small organisation, where flexibility, pragmatism and a willingness to be hands on are key to success. With senior leadership experience you will have a record of building trusted relationships internally and with external partners. You will have developed cultures built on collaboration and respect that motivate and support. Your awareness of funding and/or managing contracts will be underpinned by strong financial management and budget oversight and you will be able to demonstrate how you can work closely with a Board, supporting good governance. This is your opportunity to make a transformational impact in a vital charity and make a real difference for the people the organisation serve. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives, and are committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. We are open to flexible working arrangements and encourage candidates to discuss options that support their needs. Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client, Not For Profit People. You may have experience in roles such as CEO, Chief Exec, Chief Executive Officer, Managing Director, Operations, Director.
Mar 27, 2026
Full time
Chief Executive Officer Our client has been providing independent advocacy for vulnerable people in Solihull for over 25 years. They are now looking for a new Chief Executive Officer to join the team in this pivotal position. If you are a collaborative, hands-on leader who can balance strategic vision with operational impact then apply today! Position: Chief Executive Officer Location: Solihull, Hybrid Hours: 37 hours per week (flexible working options considered) Contract: Permanent Salary: £45,000 FTE Closing date: 15th April 2026 The organisation supports adults and young people with a learning disability or autism, who also may be experiencing poor mental health or complex life circumstance. It supports people to have their say, understand their rights and be fully involved in decisions about their lives and ensures their voices are heard and their choices are respected. Rooted in the local community, its small and dedicated teams are known for their person-centred approach, strong values and commitment to social justice. Enabling people to live healthier, happier and independent lives is central to their work. The organisation is entering an exciting period of development, with opportunities to strengthen partnerships, diversify income and deepen its impact. About the Opportunity We are recruiting for an inspiring and values-led CEO to lead SAtA into an exciting period of development, with opportunities to strengthen partnerships, diversify income and deepen our impact. Working closely with the Board of Trustees, you will guide the organisation's strategy, people, partnerships and resources to maximise positive outcomes for local people. You will also act as the charity's senior ambassador, strengthening and growing relationships with commissioners, funders and partners. You will: Inspire and support people (staff and volunteers) to deliver their best for the people they serve. Lead the development and delivery of the strategic plan, translating vision into practical outcomes. Ensure delivery of high-quality advocacy services and community projects that champion the voice of lived experience and are underpinned by robust performance monitoring and strong operational systems. Build and strengthen influential partnerships and represent them locally, regionally and nationally. Develop deep insight into health and social care systems and champion the role of advocacy. Support the Board to meet its legal and regulatory duties, providing clear data on performance, finance and risk, to inform decision making. Ensure financial sustainability, including robust financial planning, budgeting, income generation and contract management. About You You will bring a blend of strategic leadership, operational confidence and a genuine commitment to advocating for those the organisation serve. You will be comfortable leading a small organisation, where flexibility, pragmatism and a willingness to be hands on are key to success. With senior leadership experience you will have a record of building trusted relationships internally and with external partners. You will have developed cultures built on collaboration and respect that motivate and support. Your awareness of funding and/or managing contracts will be underpinned by strong financial management and budget oversight and you will be able to demonstrate how you can work closely with a Board, supporting good governance. This is your opportunity to make a transformational impact in a vital charity and make a real difference for the people the organisation serve. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives, and are committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. We are open to flexible working arrangements and encourage candidates to discuss options that support their needs. Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client, Not For Profit People. You may have experience in roles such as CEO, Chief Exec, Chief Executive Officer, Managing Director, Operations, Director.
Head of Finance - 2 x Opportunities We currently have the following opportunities within our Finance service: Head of Finance - Financial Management. Head of Finance - Financial Transformation & Improvement. Permanent, Full Time Location: City Hall, Bristol (Hybrid working) Salary: Bristol Grade HoS: £78,158 - £86,607, with potential for Market Supplement of up to 15%. Shape the future of a city that dares to be different Bristol is one of the UK's most vibrant, innovative and ambitious cities. With a strong sense of identity, a clear long term vision and a commitment to social justice, sustainability and inclusive growth, Bristol City Council plays a pivotal role in improving outcomes for people who live, work and visit the city. Sound financial leadership is fundamental to achieving this vision. As we continue to respond to financial challenges while delivering major transformation and investment programmes, we are strengthening our senior finance leadership team and are recruiting to two high profile Head of Finance roles: Head of Finance - Financial Management Head of Finance - Financial Transformation & Improvement Both roles report directly to the Director of Finance, working alongside our Head of Strategic Finance, and operate at the heart of the organisation's strategic and corporate leadership. About the roles These are senior, high profile leadership roles at the heart of Bristol City Council, offering a genuine opportunity to shape the financial future of one of the UK's most ambitious and values driven cities. Reporting directly to the Director of Finance and working closely with the Head of Strategic Finance, both posts operate as trusted members of the organisation's strategic and corporate leadership community. Together, the two Heads of Finance play a pivotal role in securing the Council's financial sustainability while enabling innovation, transformation and investment. They work in close partnership, bringing complementary strengths to a shared ambition: strong stewardship of public resources alongside a finance function that adds real strategic value to services, communities and elected members. The Head of Finance - Financial Management leads the Council's financial management and business partnering activity, ensuring high quality advice, robust governance and effective financial control across services. This role champions excellent financial management, supports informed decision making and builds strong relationships with senior leaders to embed accountability and value for money. The Head of Finance - Financial Transformation & Improvement focuses on forward planning, innovation and change. This role drives improvement across finance and the wider organisation, developing financial planning and transformation programmes. It is about strengthening insight, capability and resilience so the Council is well placed to meet both current pressures and long term challenges. In both roles, you will be a visible and inclusive leader, working with Executive Directors, senior officers, elected members and partners. You will represent Bristol locally, regionally and nationally, championing best practice in public sector financial management and modelling the Council's commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion. About you We are looking for credible, forward thinking finance leaders who are motivated by public service and excited by complex challenge. You will be a fully CCAB qualified (or equivalent) professional with significant post qualification experience and a strong commitment to ongoing development. You will bring senior level experience of providing financial leadership, assurance and strategic influence within a large, complex organisation. You are confident working in a demanding and evolving environment, able to exercise sound judgement, solve complex problems and balance financial discipline with creativity and innovation. Strong relationships matter here. You will have a proven track record of working collaboratively with senior stakeholders, including executive leaders, elected members, auditors and external partners, and of building trust through clear, insightful advice. Experience of operating in a political environment, and an understanding of governance and council owned companies, would be an advantage. Just as importantly, you will be a people centred leader. You will have experience of leading teams through change, setting high professional standards and creating inclusive, high performing cultures where people feel empowered to do their best work. If you are passionate about using finance as a force for good, and want to make a visible difference in a city that dares to be different, these roles offer a exciting next step. Why Bristol City Council? We're proud to be a city that's undergoing major change. Working towards shared goals, our people enjoy a collaborative and forward-thinking environment. We offer: The chance to work at senior level on issues that genuinely matter to people and communities A collaborative, values driven culture with a strong commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion A hybrid working approach, with flexibility balanced against business need The opportunity to shape the future of finance in one of the UK's most dynamic cities You'll receive a competitive salary, flexible working options, generous holiday entitlement, and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme. We also offer agile working practices, family-friendly policies, and a supportive management culture. For further information please see attached the full job description and person specification. To arrange an informal conversation with Sarah Chodkiewicz, Director of Finance (Section 151 Officer), please contact Apply To apply, please submit your CV along with a supporting statement that details how you meet the criteria within the Person Specification. Closing date: Sunday 12th April 2026. No agencies please. At Bristol City Council, we value having a workforce as diverse as the city we serve and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Appointments will be made on merit.
Mar 27, 2026
Full time
Head of Finance - 2 x Opportunities We currently have the following opportunities within our Finance service: Head of Finance - Financial Management. Head of Finance - Financial Transformation & Improvement. Permanent, Full Time Location: City Hall, Bristol (Hybrid working) Salary: Bristol Grade HoS: £78,158 - £86,607, with potential for Market Supplement of up to 15%. Shape the future of a city that dares to be different Bristol is one of the UK's most vibrant, innovative and ambitious cities. With a strong sense of identity, a clear long term vision and a commitment to social justice, sustainability and inclusive growth, Bristol City Council plays a pivotal role in improving outcomes for people who live, work and visit the city. Sound financial leadership is fundamental to achieving this vision. As we continue to respond to financial challenges while delivering major transformation and investment programmes, we are strengthening our senior finance leadership team and are recruiting to two high profile Head of Finance roles: Head of Finance - Financial Management Head of Finance - Financial Transformation & Improvement Both roles report directly to the Director of Finance, working alongside our Head of Strategic Finance, and operate at the heart of the organisation's strategic and corporate leadership. About the roles These are senior, high profile leadership roles at the heart of Bristol City Council, offering a genuine opportunity to shape the financial future of one of the UK's most ambitious and values driven cities. Reporting directly to the Director of Finance and working closely with the Head of Strategic Finance, both posts operate as trusted members of the organisation's strategic and corporate leadership community. Together, the two Heads of Finance play a pivotal role in securing the Council's financial sustainability while enabling innovation, transformation and investment. They work in close partnership, bringing complementary strengths to a shared ambition: strong stewardship of public resources alongside a finance function that adds real strategic value to services, communities and elected members. The Head of Finance - Financial Management leads the Council's financial management and business partnering activity, ensuring high quality advice, robust governance and effective financial control across services. This role champions excellent financial management, supports informed decision making and builds strong relationships with senior leaders to embed accountability and value for money. The Head of Finance - Financial Transformation & Improvement focuses on forward planning, innovation and change. This role drives improvement across finance and the wider organisation, developing financial planning and transformation programmes. It is about strengthening insight, capability and resilience so the Council is well placed to meet both current pressures and long term challenges. In both roles, you will be a visible and inclusive leader, working with Executive Directors, senior officers, elected members and partners. You will represent Bristol locally, regionally and nationally, championing best practice in public sector financial management and modelling the Council's commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion. About you We are looking for credible, forward thinking finance leaders who are motivated by public service and excited by complex challenge. You will be a fully CCAB qualified (or equivalent) professional with significant post qualification experience and a strong commitment to ongoing development. You will bring senior level experience of providing financial leadership, assurance and strategic influence within a large, complex organisation. You are confident working in a demanding and evolving environment, able to exercise sound judgement, solve complex problems and balance financial discipline with creativity and innovation. Strong relationships matter here. You will have a proven track record of working collaboratively with senior stakeholders, including executive leaders, elected members, auditors and external partners, and of building trust through clear, insightful advice. Experience of operating in a political environment, and an understanding of governance and council owned companies, would be an advantage. Just as importantly, you will be a people centred leader. You will have experience of leading teams through change, setting high professional standards and creating inclusive, high performing cultures where people feel empowered to do their best work. If you are passionate about using finance as a force for good, and want to make a visible difference in a city that dares to be different, these roles offer a exciting next step. Why Bristol City Council? We're proud to be a city that's undergoing major change. Working towards shared goals, our people enjoy a collaborative and forward-thinking environment. We offer: The chance to work at senior level on issues that genuinely matter to people and communities A collaborative, values driven culture with a strong commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion A hybrid working approach, with flexibility balanced against business need The opportunity to shape the future of finance in one of the UK's most dynamic cities You'll receive a competitive salary, flexible working options, generous holiday entitlement, and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme. We also offer agile working practices, family-friendly policies, and a supportive management culture. For further information please see attached the full job description and person specification. To arrange an informal conversation with Sarah Chodkiewicz, Director of Finance (Section 151 Officer), please contact Apply To apply, please submit your CV along with a supporting statement that details how you meet the criteria within the Person Specification. Closing date: Sunday 12th April 2026. No agencies please. At Bristol City Council, we value having a workforce as diverse as the city we serve and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Appointments will be made on merit.
Role: Speech & Language Therapist Location: St Helena Island, South Atlantic Contract: 2 Years FTC available immediately Salary: £35k pa, plus International Supplement Enjoying unique lifestyle opportunities, St Helena Island is a self-governing overseas territory of the United Kingdom. Although better placed to develop economically and socially as a result of opening our international airport in 2017, we are not at the stage of self-sufficiency and remain dependent on UK government aid. You will support patients with communication needs across all settings, promoting person-centred and outcome-focused speech and language therapy. You will also promote an ethos which sees communication as central to the culture of the Health and Social Care Portfolio. The caseload is predominantly child focused with some adult support and you will be working both in residential and community settings. Your clinical reasoning skills will be key to analysing and interpreting complex assessment findings, to establish an accurate level of ability and to formulate appropriate therapy goals. You will contribute to, and lead where required, training sessions and relevant follow up sessions. You must develop and monitor support packages, keeping up to date with and training Directorate staff and stakeholders. Holding a recognised Speech and Language Therapy degree level qualification you are a registered member of the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists and the Health Professions Council. You already have significant experience of working with children, young people and adults with communication difficulties. VERVE trained, with experience of multi-disciplinary teams, you have knowledge of the Mental Capacity Ordinance (2016) or Mental Capacity Act (UK). With working knowledge of safeguarding procedures/policy you have training and presentation experience. You also have knowledge of professional standards and code of conduct and their application in practice and of current evidence based practice. Your working knowledge of standards of record keeping is backed by excellent verbal and written communication skills. Flexible and adaptable with good organisation and planning, you must have a full UK Driving licence. In addition, you must demonstrate our core values of fairness, integrity and teamwork and use your diverse expertise and experiences to ensure your time on the Island has the broadest benefit to St Helena. As an officer funded through the Technical Co-Operation Programme you will be expected to share your knowledge and skills beyond the workplace contributing to workforce, community and capacity development in St Helena. Our Benefits Package Includes: An International Supplement (of at least £15,300 per annum), full details of which are in the Overseas Vacancy Information at sthelenapublicservicejobs.sh Relocation Allowances, full details of which are in the Overseas Vacancy Information at sthelenapublicservicejobs.sh Annual Pension Contribution of 7.5% of salary Annual Leave of 30 days per annum plus Public Holidays How to Apply: An application form is available at sthelenapublicservicejobs.sh where further information can also be found, or you may contact Kedell Worboys on or via email: . Applications must be sent to and received by 09 April 2026 Interviews will be held week commencing 27 April 2026 To be considered for this role, you must complete our application form. Failure to do so will mean that your application will not be considered. Please do not submit your CV. The Public Service positively accepts applications from all members of the community regardless of race, gender, disability, age, sexual orientation, religion or belief, and will consider all applications on the basis of merit, in accordance with the person specification. The St Helena Public Service welcomes all applications from across our whole community, including our St Helenian diaspora wishing to return to St Helena. If you are a St Helenian currently living and working overseas, please contact at us
Mar 27, 2026
Full time
Role: Speech & Language Therapist Location: St Helena Island, South Atlantic Contract: 2 Years FTC available immediately Salary: £35k pa, plus International Supplement Enjoying unique lifestyle opportunities, St Helena Island is a self-governing overseas territory of the United Kingdom. Although better placed to develop economically and socially as a result of opening our international airport in 2017, we are not at the stage of self-sufficiency and remain dependent on UK government aid. You will support patients with communication needs across all settings, promoting person-centred and outcome-focused speech and language therapy. You will also promote an ethos which sees communication as central to the culture of the Health and Social Care Portfolio. The caseload is predominantly child focused with some adult support and you will be working both in residential and community settings. Your clinical reasoning skills will be key to analysing and interpreting complex assessment findings, to establish an accurate level of ability and to formulate appropriate therapy goals. You will contribute to, and lead where required, training sessions and relevant follow up sessions. You must develop and monitor support packages, keeping up to date with and training Directorate staff and stakeholders. Holding a recognised Speech and Language Therapy degree level qualification you are a registered member of the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists and the Health Professions Council. You already have significant experience of working with children, young people and adults with communication difficulties. VERVE trained, with experience of multi-disciplinary teams, you have knowledge of the Mental Capacity Ordinance (2016) or Mental Capacity Act (UK). With working knowledge of safeguarding procedures/policy you have training and presentation experience. You also have knowledge of professional standards and code of conduct and their application in practice and of current evidence based practice. Your working knowledge of standards of record keeping is backed by excellent verbal and written communication skills. Flexible and adaptable with good organisation and planning, you must have a full UK Driving licence. In addition, you must demonstrate our core values of fairness, integrity and teamwork and use your diverse expertise and experiences to ensure your time on the Island has the broadest benefit to St Helena. As an officer funded through the Technical Co-Operation Programme you will be expected to share your knowledge and skills beyond the workplace contributing to workforce, community and capacity development in St Helena. Our Benefits Package Includes: An International Supplement (of at least £15,300 per annum), full details of which are in the Overseas Vacancy Information at sthelenapublicservicejobs.sh Relocation Allowances, full details of which are in the Overseas Vacancy Information at sthelenapublicservicejobs.sh Annual Pension Contribution of 7.5% of salary Annual Leave of 30 days per annum plus Public Holidays How to Apply: An application form is available at sthelenapublicservicejobs.sh where further information can also be found, or you may contact Kedell Worboys on or via email: . Applications must be sent to and received by 09 April 2026 Interviews will be held week commencing 27 April 2026 To be considered for this role, you must complete our application form. Failure to do so will mean that your application will not be considered. Please do not submit your CV. The Public Service positively accepts applications from all members of the community regardless of race, gender, disability, age, sexual orientation, religion or belief, and will consider all applications on the basis of merit, in accordance with the person specification. The St Helena Public Service welcomes all applications from across our whole community, including our St Helenian diaspora wishing to return to St Helena. If you are a St Helenian currently living and working overseas, please contact at us
Operations Director - MSP (UK-wide) Salary: On application The Opportunity Our client, a leading Managed Service Provider (MSP) specialising in delivering IT services and technical projects to schools nationwide, is seeking an experienced Operations Director . This is a strategic, hands-on leadership role driving operational excellence across service delivery, technical teams, and project delivery. Reporting directly to the Managing Director, you will play a key role in shaping scalable, efficient operations that support growth, improve customer experience, and strengthen the delivery of managed IT services to over 5,000 schools across the UK. Key Responsibilities Operational Leadership & Transformation Lead operational teams to deliver consistent, high-quality services. Drive process improvement, change management, and operational modernisation. Align ways of working across field teams, service desk, and projects. Champion a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence. Service Delivery & Performance Ensure a reliable, professional managed service for all customers. Set service performance metrics and monitor results. Drive consistency, standards, and best practices across teams. Strengthen operational documentation, processes, and shared methodologies. Project Delivery Oversee successful technical project delivery, ensuring minimal disruption. Support project frameworks, resource planning, and capability development. Ensure project delivery supports business growth and onboarding. Strategic Leadership Contribute to the wider strategic direction of the MSP. Align operational infrastructure with commercial and growth plans. Provide insight on resource planning, capacity, service development, and long-term operational needs. People Leadership Build strong leadership within operational teams. Drive accountability, performance management, and workforce planning. Identify and develop future leaders. Work closely with People & Culture to support engagement and development. Skills & Experience Essential Extensive experience in a Managed Service Provider (MSP) environment. Proven leadership of large-scale service delivery operations. Strong background in operational transformation and change management. Experience overseeing technical support, service desk, and project teams. Ability to develop processes, frameworks, and operational efficiencies. Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills. Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, evolving environment. Desirable Experience working in the education/schools IT sector . Knowledge of ITIL, Prince2, or similar operational frameworks. Personal Attributes Highly driven and results-focused. Confident leading organisational change. Collaborative, team-oriented, and customer-focused. Able to operate strategically while remaining hands-on as needed.
Mar 27, 2026
Full time
Operations Director - MSP (UK-wide) Salary: On application The Opportunity Our client, a leading Managed Service Provider (MSP) specialising in delivering IT services and technical projects to schools nationwide, is seeking an experienced Operations Director . This is a strategic, hands-on leadership role driving operational excellence across service delivery, technical teams, and project delivery. Reporting directly to the Managing Director, you will play a key role in shaping scalable, efficient operations that support growth, improve customer experience, and strengthen the delivery of managed IT services to over 5,000 schools across the UK. Key Responsibilities Operational Leadership & Transformation Lead operational teams to deliver consistent, high-quality services. Drive process improvement, change management, and operational modernisation. Align ways of working across field teams, service desk, and projects. Champion a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence. Service Delivery & Performance Ensure a reliable, professional managed service for all customers. Set service performance metrics and monitor results. Drive consistency, standards, and best practices across teams. Strengthen operational documentation, processes, and shared methodologies. Project Delivery Oversee successful technical project delivery, ensuring minimal disruption. Support project frameworks, resource planning, and capability development. Ensure project delivery supports business growth and onboarding. Strategic Leadership Contribute to the wider strategic direction of the MSP. Align operational infrastructure with commercial and growth plans. Provide insight on resource planning, capacity, service development, and long-term operational needs. People Leadership Build strong leadership within operational teams. Drive accountability, performance management, and workforce planning. Identify and develop future leaders. Work closely with People & Culture to support engagement and development. Skills & Experience Essential Extensive experience in a Managed Service Provider (MSP) environment. Proven leadership of large-scale service delivery operations. Strong background in operational transformation and change management. Experience overseeing technical support, service desk, and project teams. Ability to develop processes, frameworks, and operational efficiencies. Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills. Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, evolving environment. Desirable Experience working in the education/schools IT sector . Knowledge of ITIL, Prince2, or similar operational frameworks. Personal Attributes Highly driven and results-focused. Confident leading organisational change. Collaborative, team-oriented, and customer-focused. Able to operate strategically while remaining hands-on as needed.
Organisational Development (OD) Specialist - Spans & Levels £600 per day (UMB) 3-month contract Hybrid Shape the future. Simplify the structure. Drive real organisational impact. A large, complex organisation is embarking on a strategic review of its structure across six diverse directorates. With 2,672 employees and ambitious transformation plans, we're looking for a specialist who thrives on complexity, loves data, and knows how to turn structural insight into meaningful change. If you're passionate about organisational design and want to lead a project that will directly influence how a major organisation operates, this is an exceptional opportunity. The Role As the OD Specialist - Spans & Levels , you'll lead a high-profile review of organisational layers, manager ratios, and structural design. Your work will lay the foundations for improved efficiency, better leadership capacity, and a more agile, responsive organisation. You'll be the expert voice in structure optimisation-analysing, advising, influencing, and guiding senior leaders through evidence-based change. What You'll Be Doing Analysing and redesigning organisational spans & layers to drive clarity, simplicity, and performance. Benchmarking against sector best practice to identify opportunities for modernisation. Collaborating with senior stakeholders to shape and validate structure changes. Supporting change implementation , including communications, engagement, and post-change evaluation. Producing clear, insightful reporting on trends, risks, and opportunities. What You'll Bring Proven experience in organisational design , ideally in large or complex environments. Strong analytical skills and confidence working with structural and workforce datasets. Ability to influence and build credibility at all levels-especially senior leadership. Familiarity with OD frameworks, job evaluation and workforce planning. Proficiency in Excel, Power BI, and HRIS systems. A degree in HR, Business, Organisational Psychology, or similar (postgrad desirable). What Success Looks Like A streamlined organisational structure with reduced unnecessary layers. Improved manager-to-employee ratios. High satisfaction from key stakeholders. A clear, implementable plan delivered within timelines and budget. Why This Role? This is a rare chance to lead a transformation that truly matters-supporting a forward-thinking organisation to become more agile, efficient, and future-ready. You'll enjoy: Strong support from senior leadership Autonomy to deliver meaningful change Hybrid working A role with real strategic visibility and impact Ready to design the future? Send your CV or reach out to discuss the opportunity. Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explains how we will use your information - please copy and paste the following link in to your browser
Mar 27, 2026
Contractor
Organisational Development (OD) Specialist - Spans & Levels £600 per day (UMB) 3-month contract Hybrid Shape the future. Simplify the structure. Drive real organisational impact. A large, complex organisation is embarking on a strategic review of its structure across six diverse directorates. With 2,672 employees and ambitious transformation plans, we're looking for a specialist who thrives on complexity, loves data, and knows how to turn structural insight into meaningful change. If you're passionate about organisational design and want to lead a project that will directly influence how a major organisation operates, this is an exceptional opportunity. The Role As the OD Specialist - Spans & Levels , you'll lead a high-profile review of organisational layers, manager ratios, and structural design. Your work will lay the foundations for improved efficiency, better leadership capacity, and a more agile, responsive organisation. You'll be the expert voice in structure optimisation-analysing, advising, influencing, and guiding senior leaders through evidence-based change. What You'll Be Doing Analysing and redesigning organisational spans & layers to drive clarity, simplicity, and performance. Benchmarking against sector best practice to identify opportunities for modernisation. Collaborating with senior stakeholders to shape and validate structure changes. Supporting change implementation , including communications, engagement, and post-change evaluation. Producing clear, insightful reporting on trends, risks, and opportunities. What You'll Bring Proven experience in organisational design , ideally in large or complex environments. Strong analytical skills and confidence working with structural and workforce datasets. Ability to influence and build credibility at all levels-especially senior leadership. Familiarity with OD frameworks, job evaluation and workforce planning. Proficiency in Excel, Power BI, and HRIS systems. A degree in HR, Business, Organisational Psychology, or similar (postgrad desirable). What Success Looks Like A streamlined organisational structure with reduced unnecessary layers. Improved manager-to-employee ratios. High satisfaction from key stakeholders. A clear, implementable plan delivered within timelines and budget. Why This Role? This is a rare chance to lead a transformation that truly matters-supporting a forward-thinking organisation to become more agile, efficient, and future-ready. You'll enjoy: Strong support from senior leadership Autonomy to deliver meaningful change Hybrid working A role with real strategic visibility and impact Ready to design the future? Send your CV or reach out to discuss the opportunity. Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explains how we will use your information - please copy and paste the following link in to your browser
Position Type: Full-time, Permanent MHC is delighted to begin the search for a highly experienced HR Manager to take on a new, standalone HR role within the organisation. This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and driven professional to play a pivotal part in shaping and implementing HR practices that will support a positive and inclusive workplace culture. As HR Manager, you will work closely with the senior team to provide a comprehensive HR service across the organisation, ensuring our people practices align with MHC's Vision, Mission and Values. Role Overview: This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced HR professional to join a supportive, professional environment where you will have the autonomy to implement HR best practices and policies. As HR Manager, you will support MHC s registered managers, directors, and Heads of services across a variety of HR initiatives, casework, training, and development. You will oversee employee relations across all services for a workforce of around 800 team members, ensuring that HR practices are efficient, proactive, and in line with current legal requirements. In this role, you will collaborate with managers to promote a positive workplace culture, implement HR best practices, and continuously review and improve employee relations processes to minimise risk. You will stay up to date with employment law changes and industry trends to ensure the organisation remains compliant and ahead of the curve. Key Responsibilities: Provide HR support to the management team, advising on all aspects of HR, including employee relations, performance management, and absence management. Oversee employee relations casework for a diverse workforce, managing issues related to grievances, disciplinaries, and performance concerns. Work closely with directors to develop and implement HR strategies and policies that support the organisation s goals and ensure compliance with employment law. Stay updated on employment law changes, reviewing and adjusting company HR practices to minimise risk and ensure legal compliance. Work with managers to ensure effective workforce planning, identifying training needs and opportunities for employee development. Promote a positive organisational culture to foster a supportive and engaged workforce. Lead on HR-related projects, ensuring best practices are implemented throughout the employee lifecycle. Provide HR data and reports to support decision-making and improve HR processes across the organisation.
Mar 27, 2026
Full time
Position Type: Full-time, Permanent MHC is delighted to begin the search for a highly experienced HR Manager to take on a new, standalone HR role within the organisation. This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and driven professional to play a pivotal part in shaping and implementing HR practices that will support a positive and inclusive workplace culture. As HR Manager, you will work closely with the senior team to provide a comprehensive HR service across the organisation, ensuring our people practices align with MHC's Vision, Mission and Values. Role Overview: This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced HR professional to join a supportive, professional environment where you will have the autonomy to implement HR best practices and policies. As HR Manager, you will support MHC s registered managers, directors, and Heads of services across a variety of HR initiatives, casework, training, and development. You will oversee employee relations across all services for a workforce of around 800 team members, ensuring that HR practices are efficient, proactive, and in line with current legal requirements. In this role, you will collaborate with managers to promote a positive workplace culture, implement HR best practices, and continuously review and improve employee relations processes to minimise risk. You will stay up to date with employment law changes and industry trends to ensure the organisation remains compliant and ahead of the curve. Key Responsibilities: Provide HR support to the management team, advising on all aspects of HR, including employee relations, performance management, and absence management. Oversee employee relations casework for a diverse workforce, managing issues related to grievances, disciplinaries, and performance concerns. Work closely with directors to develop and implement HR strategies and policies that support the organisation s goals and ensure compliance with employment law. Stay updated on employment law changes, reviewing and adjusting company HR practices to minimise risk and ensure legal compliance. Work with managers to ensure effective workforce planning, identifying training needs and opportunities for employee development. Promote a positive organisational culture to foster a supportive and engaged workforce. Lead on HR-related projects, ensuring best practices are implemented throughout the employee lifecycle. Provide HR data and reports to support decision-making and improve HR processes across the organisation.
Chief Executive Officer ACE Anglia is looking for a Chief Executive Officer to join their team on a full-time, permanent basis in this exciting hybrid leadership role based in Stowmarket, Suffolk. Company benefits include: Competitive Salary: £62,049 per annum Holiday: 5 weeks plus bank holidays and your birthday off Pension: 3% employer contribution / 5% employee contribution (higher optional) Additional: Hybrid working between home and Stowmarket office About the role: The Chief Executive Officer will provide visionary, inclusive, and empowering leadership to ACE Anglia, ensuring the organisation delivers on its mission and continues to grow its impact. This is a unique opportunity to lead a values-driven organisation that champions co-production, collaboration, and innovation. You will oversee the organisation s day-to-day operations, drive strategic planning, lead on funding and partnerships, and work closely with Trustees to ensure strong governance and long-term sustainability. Working hours for this role will be 35 hours per week (37.5 including a 30-minute lunch) Your key duties will include: Providing strategic leadership and overseeing organisational operations Developing and implementing medium-term strategic plans Leading, motivating, and mentoring senior staff and team leaders Identifying and securing funding opportunities, including bids and tenders Building and maintaining relationships with stakeholders, commissioners, and partners Working closely with Trustees and the self advocate advisory panel providing updates on performance, risks, and progress Managing organisational finances, budgets, and ensuring sustainability Acting as the public face and spokesperson for the organisation Supporting marketing, communications, and partnership development Embedding a culture of co-production, collaboration, and innovation Working with the Director of HR and Operations on workforce planning, performance, and organisational development About you: As a successful Chief Executive Officer , you will have proven experience in a senior leadership role such as CEO or Executive Director within a non-profit or similar organisation. You will bring strong strategic leadership skills, business acumen, and a track record of organisational growth, bid writing and income generation. You will have experience of working with a Board of Trustees and be confident managing stakeholder relationships at all levels. You will be an excellent communicator, with strong interpersonal and public speaking skills, and the ability to inspire and influence others. You will ideally have experience working with diverse communities, including people with learning disabilities and autistic people, and a strong understanding of equality, diversity, and inclusion. You will be innovative, solutions-focused, and emotionally intelligent, with the ability to build high-performing teams, manage change, and drive continuous improvement. About them: ACE Anglia is a highly influential people led independent advocacy organisation based in Suffolk. Their vision is: "A world where everyone has their voice heard so that people live good lives as part of their community with the right support, at the right time from the right people." ACE Anglia is committed to empowering individuals, promoting independence, and ensuring people are at the centre of decisions that affect their lives. Their culture is collaborative, flexible, and supportive, with a strong emphasis on co-production and shared success. Please Note: This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check. If you have the relevant skills and experience for this Chief Executive Officer role and would like to be considered, please apply by forwarding an up-to-date CV with a supporting cover letter as the first page of your CV, as soon as possible. If you would like a copy of the job description or person specification, please contact Spider to obtain a copy. We look forward to hearing from you. Please check your email inbox and spam/junk folder for any correspondence for this role. If you require any reasonable adjustments or information in an alternative format, please inform us as soon as possible so that appropriate arrangements can be made. This vacancy is being advertised and handled through Spider, the region s Online Job Advertiser. We take your privacy seriously. When you apply, your details are processed and available for us to directly review for this vacancy. You may be contacted by email, text, or telephone. For full Privacy Policy details please see email correspondence on receipt of your application.
Mar 27, 2026
Full time
Chief Executive Officer ACE Anglia is looking for a Chief Executive Officer to join their team on a full-time, permanent basis in this exciting hybrid leadership role based in Stowmarket, Suffolk. Company benefits include: Competitive Salary: £62,049 per annum Holiday: 5 weeks plus bank holidays and your birthday off Pension: 3% employer contribution / 5% employee contribution (higher optional) Additional: Hybrid working between home and Stowmarket office About the role: The Chief Executive Officer will provide visionary, inclusive, and empowering leadership to ACE Anglia, ensuring the organisation delivers on its mission and continues to grow its impact. This is a unique opportunity to lead a values-driven organisation that champions co-production, collaboration, and innovation. You will oversee the organisation s day-to-day operations, drive strategic planning, lead on funding and partnerships, and work closely with Trustees to ensure strong governance and long-term sustainability. Working hours for this role will be 35 hours per week (37.5 including a 30-minute lunch) Your key duties will include: Providing strategic leadership and overseeing organisational operations Developing and implementing medium-term strategic plans Leading, motivating, and mentoring senior staff and team leaders Identifying and securing funding opportunities, including bids and tenders Building and maintaining relationships with stakeholders, commissioners, and partners Working closely with Trustees and the self advocate advisory panel providing updates on performance, risks, and progress Managing organisational finances, budgets, and ensuring sustainability Acting as the public face and spokesperson for the organisation Supporting marketing, communications, and partnership development Embedding a culture of co-production, collaboration, and innovation Working with the Director of HR and Operations on workforce planning, performance, and organisational development About you: As a successful Chief Executive Officer , you will have proven experience in a senior leadership role such as CEO or Executive Director within a non-profit or similar organisation. You will bring strong strategic leadership skills, business acumen, and a track record of organisational growth, bid writing and income generation. You will have experience of working with a Board of Trustees and be confident managing stakeholder relationships at all levels. You will be an excellent communicator, with strong interpersonal and public speaking skills, and the ability to inspire and influence others. You will ideally have experience working with diverse communities, including people with learning disabilities and autistic people, and a strong understanding of equality, diversity, and inclusion. You will be innovative, solutions-focused, and emotionally intelligent, with the ability to build high-performing teams, manage change, and drive continuous improvement. About them: ACE Anglia is a highly influential people led independent advocacy organisation based in Suffolk. Their vision is: "A world where everyone has their voice heard so that people live good lives as part of their community with the right support, at the right time from the right people." ACE Anglia is committed to empowering individuals, promoting independence, and ensuring people are at the centre of decisions that affect their lives. Their culture is collaborative, flexible, and supportive, with a strong emphasis on co-production and shared success. Please Note: This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check. If you have the relevant skills and experience for this Chief Executive Officer role and would like to be considered, please apply by forwarding an up-to-date CV with a supporting cover letter as the first page of your CV, as soon as possible. If you would like a copy of the job description or person specification, please contact Spider to obtain a copy. We look forward to hearing from you. Please check your email inbox and spam/junk folder for any correspondence for this role. If you require any reasonable adjustments or information in an alternative format, please inform us as soon as possible so that appropriate arrangements can be made. This vacancy is being advertised and handled through Spider, the region s Online Job Advertiser. We take your privacy seriously. When you apply, your details are processed and available for us to directly review for this vacancy. You may be contacted by email, text, or telephone. For full Privacy Policy details please see email correspondence on receipt of your application.
Alexander Lloyd is delighted to be exclusively partnering with a well-known organisation, on the recruitment of their Head of HR. The successful candidate will drive and deliver a regional people agenda that supports both local operations and broader organisational HR goals. Act as a strategic advisor to senior leaders, shaping workforce decisions and organisational effectiveness. Key Responsibilities: Advise leadership on people-related strategy and challenges Lead and mentor the regional HR team to ensure high-impact delivery Oversee talent planning, succession, and capability development Promote a positive employee experience and inclusive culture Manage recruitment and onboarding aligned with employer brand Handle complex ER issues, ensuring legal and policy compliance Support business transformation, including M&A and restructuring Provide HR insights through accurate data and reporting Collaborate with the wider HR leadership team on group initiatives Qualifications & Experience: Senior HR experience within a business or regional leadership role Strong commercial insight and alignment of people strategy to business needs Skilled in complex employee relations and organisational change Proven team leadership and development abilities Background in fast-paced, multi-site environments Familiarity with unionised settings and collective agreements Please quote 52289 when calling Martin at Alexander Lloyd or email them at . This is only one of many vacancies we are handling, Alexander Lloyd Human Resources Recruitment Solutions is the leading recruiter for HR Director, Manager, Business Partner, Learning & Development, Internal Communications, Talent Acquisition and Reward opportunities across Surrey, Sussex, Kent and London. Due to the high amount of interest that we receive for each of our roles unfortunately we cannot respond to each application individually, therefore if you do not hear back from one of our consultants you have not been shortlisted for this role.
Mar 27, 2026
Full time
Alexander Lloyd is delighted to be exclusively partnering with a well-known organisation, on the recruitment of their Head of HR. The successful candidate will drive and deliver a regional people agenda that supports both local operations and broader organisational HR goals. Act as a strategic advisor to senior leaders, shaping workforce decisions and organisational effectiveness. Key Responsibilities: Advise leadership on people-related strategy and challenges Lead and mentor the regional HR team to ensure high-impact delivery Oversee talent planning, succession, and capability development Promote a positive employee experience and inclusive culture Manage recruitment and onboarding aligned with employer brand Handle complex ER issues, ensuring legal and policy compliance Support business transformation, including M&A and restructuring Provide HR insights through accurate data and reporting Collaborate with the wider HR leadership team on group initiatives Qualifications & Experience: Senior HR experience within a business or regional leadership role Strong commercial insight and alignment of people strategy to business needs Skilled in complex employee relations and organisational change Proven team leadership and development abilities Background in fast-paced, multi-site environments Familiarity with unionised settings and collective agreements Please quote 52289 when calling Martin at Alexander Lloyd or email them at . This is only one of many vacancies we are handling, Alexander Lloyd Human Resources Recruitment Solutions is the leading recruiter for HR Director, Manager, Business Partner, Learning & Development, Internal Communications, Talent Acquisition and Reward opportunities across Surrey, Sussex, Kent and London. Due to the high amount of interest that we receive for each of our roles unfortunately we cannot respond to each application individually, therefore if you do not hear back from one of our consultants you have not been shortlisted for this role.
Head of Development Centre (LGPS) Hybrid or remote with travel to Preston Salary £75k - £85k DOE + inclusion in annual bonus scheme A glance at the Role We are looking for an inspiring and strategic leader to become LPPA's Head of Development Centre. In this pivotal role, you will design and deliver a high-impact learning and development strategy that strengthens colleague capability, embeds a member-first culture, and supports operational excellence across Member Services.You will ensure every colleague receives consistent, high-quality technical and systems training, while partnering closely with the Director of Member Services to drive performance, succession planning and long-term workforce development. A bit about us: Local Pensions Partnership Administration (LPPA) is a multi-award-winning organisation and one of the UK's leading pension administration companies. We strive to deliver the best experience for over 1,500 employers and more than 700,000 members of Local Government, Police and Firefighter pension schemes, keeping them fully informed about their pensions whilst working closely with employers to continuously educate and support them. What we can offer you: - Competitive salary of £75k - £85k DOE & inclusion in annual bonus scheme.- 30 days' holiday, plus bank holidays and 2 additional concessionary days and a half day for your birthday, with the ability to 'buy and sell' leave.- Access to an excellent pension scheme (Local Government Pension Scheme) with generous employer contributions.- Access to Health or Dental Plan.- Access to our Enhanced Employee Assistance Programme for when you might need some support.- The opportunity to earn through our Employee Referral Scheme.- Access to our bespoke Reward Discount Scheme - 'Your Perk Site.'- Opportunities to attend wellbeing webinars and social events.- Daily free fruit and snacks available to you in our office.- Free car parking in Preston City Centre. What you'll be doing - Design and implement a structured, robust training curriculum to ensure consistent, high-quality learning across LPPA.- Set and uphold service standards across Member Services, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and learning.- Develop and maintain succession plans for all key roles within Member Services.- Establish a career development working group to capture and support employee aspirations.- Oversee the delivery of technical and systems training to ensure operational readiness and excellence.- Champion a "member-first" mindset from onboarding through to ongoing development.- Support career pathways and structured development programmes.- Produce regular management information to support strategic decision-making.- Demonstrate measurable improvements in retention, engagement, and training outcomes. About You - Proven experience leading a standalone development centre.- Extensive knowledge of Local Government Pensions Administration (LGPS).- Proven ability to create & manage complex training programmes.- Senior leadership experience at Head-of-Department level or equivalent.- Strategic expertise in staff development, coaching and performance management.- Excellent stakeholder engagement and influencing skills.- Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.- Proactive, innovative and detail-focused, with the ability to manage competing priorities.- Adaptable, decisive and self-driven. Desirable - Experience using the UPM (Civica) pension administration system.- Strong understanding of UK pension legislation. Why LPPA? We're committed to doing the right thing, thinking forward, working together, and striving for excellence. Join us and be part of a team that invests in people and builds careers-not just jobs.
Mar 27, 2026
Full time
Head of Development Centre (LGPS) Hybrid or remote with travel to Preston Salary £75k - £85k DOE + inclusion in annual bonus scheme A glance at the Role We are looking for an inspiring and strategic leader to become LPPA's Head of Development Centre. In this pivotal role, you will design and deliver a high-impact learning and development strategy that strengthens colleague capability, embeds a member-first culture, and supports operational excellence across Member Services.You will ensure every colleague receives consistent, high-quality technical and systems training, while partnering closely with the Director of Member Services to drive performance, succession planning and long-term workforce development. A bit about us: Local Pensions Partnership Administration (LPPA) is a multi-award-winning organisation and one of the UK's leading pension administration companies. We strive to deliver the best experience for over 1,500 employers and more than 700,000 members of Local Government, Police and Firefighter pension schemes, keeping them fully informed about their pensions whilst working closely with employers to continuously educate and support them. What we can offer you: - Competitive salary of £75k - £85k DOE & inclusion in annual bonus scheme.- 30 days' holiday, plus bank holidays and 2 additional concessionary days and a half day for your birthday, with the ability to 'buy and sell' leave.- Access to an excellent pension scheme (Local Government Pension Scheme) with generous employer contributions.- Access to Health or Dental Plan.- Access to our Enhanced Employee Assistance Programme for when you might need some support.- The opportunity to earn through our Employee Referral Scheme.- Access to our bespoke Reward Discount Scheme - 'Your Perk Site.'- Opportunities to attend wellbeing webinars and social events.- Daily free fruit and snacks available to you in our office.- Free car parking in Preston City Centre. What you'll be doing - Design and implement a structured, robust training curriculum to ensure consistent, high-quality learning across LPPA.- Set and uphold service standards across Member Services, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and learning.- Develop and maintain succession plans for all key roles within Member Services.- Establish a career development working group to capture and support employee aspirations.- Oversee the delivery of technical and systems training to ensure operational readiness and excellence.- Champion a "member-first" mindset from onboarding through to ongoing development.- Support career pathways and structured development programmes.- Produce regular management information to support strategic decision-making.- Demonstrate measurable improvements in retention, engagement, and training outcomes. About You - Proven experience leading a standalone development centre.- Extensive knowledge of Local Government Pensions Administration (LGPS).- Proven ability to create & manage complex training programmes.- Senior leadership experience at Head-of-Department level or equivalent.- Strategic expertise in staff development, coaching and performance management.- Excellent stakeholder engagement and influencing skills.- Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.- Proactive, innovative and detail-focused, with the ability to manage competing priorities.- Adaptable, decisive and self-driven. Desirable - Experience using the UPM (Civica) pension administration system.- Strong understanding of UK pension legislation. Why LPPA? We're committed to doing the right thing, thinking forward, working together, and striving for excellence. Join us and be part of a team that invests in people and builds careers-not just jobs.
Mon- Fri Days 2 Years FTC How will you make an impact? Based at our Stourton Dairy in Leeds, you will play a critical role in delivering the strategic people agenda for a workforce of around 480 colleagues. The role partners closely with the Senior Site Director and Site Leadership Team to drive cultural transformation, strengthen leadership capability, and ensure high-quality execution of people initiatives that support long-term site performance. As a senior HR specialist, the role operates with high autonomy, leads strategic HR projects, and ensures compliance with Arla's standards, policies and global best practices. Act as a trusted advisor to the Senior Site Director and Site Leadership Team, providing insight, challenge and coaching to strengthen leadership effectiveness and decision making Lead people, culture and organisational initiatives at the Stourton site, aligning solutions with Arla's strategy, behaviours and leadership expectations Drive a high performance culture through colleague engagement, continuous improvement, workforce planning and organisational design Partner with managers to build future capability, including talent development, succession planning, employee relations and effective case management Influence senior stakeholders and represent the site across UK HR and Supply Chain HR forums, contributing to wider HR strategy and best practice What will you need to succeed? Minimum 6-7 years' HR experience with exposure to complex operational environments or 5+ years of proven business success with strong HR capability. Demonstrated experience in leading strategic HR projects and facilitating annual HR processes. Ability to influence, challenge and engage senior stakeholders effectively. Strong knowledge of organisational development, change management, talent management and employment law. Bachelor's degree in HR, Business Administration, Psychology or related discipline. What can we offer? We're committed to supporting your growth and development, offering internal and external training opportunities. You'll enjoy a competitive salary, 26 days of holiday plus Bank Holidays, matched pension contributions up to 6%, life assurance, and bonus scheme. We also provide BUPA Healthcare, and other flexible benefits. How to Apply The closing date for applications is Wednesday 18th March 2026. For additional information, please reach out to Rachel McDaid, Senior Talent Partner Shape the Future of Dairy Arla is a global leader in the dairy industry, committed to enabling good food choices that make life better, providing people with natural, sustainable nourishment, while taking care at every step to ensure Arla is a choice they can feel good about. If you are looking to shape the future with an ambitious global cooperative that truly cares about your growth, where everyone feels valued and empowered, and collaboration is the core of culture, Arla is a choice you can feel good about
Mar 27, 2026
Full time
Mon- Fri Days 2 Years FTC How will you make an impact? Based at our Stourton Dairy in Leeds, you will play a critical role in delivering the strategic people agenda for a workforce of around 480 colleagues. The role partners closely with the Senior Site Director and Site Leadership Team to drive cultural transformation, strengthen leadership capability, and ensure high-quality execution of people initiatives that support long-term site performance. As a senior HR specialist, the role operates with high autonomy, leads strategic HR projects, and ensures compliance with Arla's standards, policies and global best practices. Act as a trusted advisor to the Senior Site Director and Site Leadership Team, providing insight, challenge and coaching to strengthen leadership effectiveness and decision making Lead people, culture and organisational initiatives at the Stourton site, aligning solutions with Arla's strategy, behaviours and leadership expectations Drive a high performance culture through colleague engagement, continuous improvement, workforce planning and organisational design Partner with managers to build future capability, including talent development, succession planning, employee relations and effective case management Influence senior stakeholders and represent the site across UK HR and Supply Chain HR forums, contributing to wider HR strategy and best practice What will you need to succeed? Minimum 6-7 years' HR experience with exposure to complex operational environments or 5+ years of proven business success with strong HR capability. Demonstrated experience in leading strategic HR projects and facilitating annual HR processes. Ability to influence, challenge and engage senior stakeholders effectively. Strong knowledge of organisational development, change management, talent management and employment law. Bachelor's degree in HR, Business Administration, Psychology or related discipline. What can we offer? We're committed to supporting your growth and development, offering internal and external training opportunities. You'll enjoy a competitive salary, 26 days of holiday plus Bank Holidays, matched pension contributions up to 6%, life assurance, and bonus scheme. We also provide BUPA Healthcare, and other flexible benefits. How to Apply The closing date for applications is Wednesday 18th March 2026. For additional information, please reach out to Rachel McDaid, Senior Talent Partner Shape the Future of Dairy Arla is a global leader in the dairy industry, committed to enabling good food choices that make life better, providing people with natural, sustainable nourishment, while taking care at every step to ensure Arla is a choice they can feel good about. If you are looking to shape the future with an ambitious global cooperative that truly cares about your growth, where everyone feels valued and empowered, and collaboration is the core of culture, Arla is a choice you can feel good about
HR Business Partner Why This Role Matters IWM is delivering an ambitious transformation agenda, with one of our core organisational objectives being to make IWM a fantastic place to work . The People & Culture team plays a central role in shaping how we support, develop and empower our people so they can deliver extraordinary work every day. As our HR Business Partner , you will act as a trusted advisor to leaders across the organisation, guiding them through change, organisational development, people challenges, and cultural evolution. You will have a direct impact on employee experience, wellbeing, inclusion, talent development, and the strength of our employer brand. This role is an opportunity to shape a modern, people centred HR function in a unique organisation with a powerful mission. What It's Like to Work Here At IWM, people care deeply about the mission and about each other. You'll join a genuinely supportive community where: relationships are built on trust curiosity and continuous improvement are encouraged hybrid working is enabled where practical new ideas, innovation and evidence-led decision-making are welcomed wellbeing, inclusion and respect are central to our culture People & Culture has strong visibility across the organisation, working closely with leaders to embed inclusive behaviours, strengthen capability and deliver meaningful change. You'll have the autonomy to bring your expertise, creativity and judgement to the table. Although primarily based in London, you'll also travel to our five branches across the UK, ensuring all colleagues receive a consistent, high quality People service. What You'll Be Doing Your role is both strategic and hands-on, blending partnership, coaching, insight, and operational excellence. A typical month could include: Business Partnering & Leadership Support Building strong, proactive relationships with senior leaders and managers across your business areas Designing and delivering local people plans aligned to IWM's strategic objectives Coaching managers on performance, employee relations, change, and people management Acting as a change agent , supporting delivery of organisational change programmes Leading on complex employee relations cases , using IWM's restorative framework to resolve issues effectively Using people analytics, survey data and key metrics to inform decision-making and highlight priorities Supporting succession planning and workforce planning, working closely with Learning & Development Updating, advising on and developing People policies and procedures Identifying and mitigating people risks, including capability gaps, single-point dependencies and organisational risks Building constructive relationships with recognised trade union representatives Delivering the People & Culture Strategy Supporting the Director of People & Culture in delivering strategic people initiatives Researching, benchmarking and bringing new ideas to strengthen people practices Leading or contributing to projects that enhance employee experience and organisational culture Playing a key role in advancing IWM's Access & Inclusion agenda Supporting employee engagement initiatives and contributing to the development of IWM's employee value proposition Contributing to annual corporate planning and ensuring People plans are achievable and aligned to organisational goals What We're Looking For Required We're looking for someone who brings: CIPD Level 7 qualification or equivalent senior-level HR/OD/change experience Strong ability to deliver impactful HR advice at senior management level Experience managing complex people initiatives, organisational change or multi stakeholder projects Confidence handling senior-level conversations with sound judgement and discretion Experience supporting performance, employee relations and people development Ability to work effectively under pressure, balancing planned work with unplanned issues Experience identifying, designing and implementing People initiatives Strategic partnering experience, particularly around organisational design and development Desirable Experience working with trade unions or staff forums Experience working within organisations focused on continuous improvement Experience supporting multi site operations Experience in a commercialised not for profit or cultural sector environment How You'll Work You'll work in partnership with senior leaders and managers across all directorates, ensuring that People & Culture is a trusted, proactive and strategic partner. You'll collaborate with specialists in Learning & Development, People Operations, Wellbeing, Diversity & Inclusion and organisational leadership to deliver a cohesive, high-impact People service. Hybrid working is available, with on site presence guided by business needs, collaboration, and stakeholder engagement. What Success Looks Like Over the course of your time with us, success will look like: Strong, trusted relationships with senior leaders and managers Clear people plans that support business priorities and positive cultural change High-quality coaching and guidance that strengthens people capability Meaningful improvements in employee experience, engagement and inclusion Positive outcomes in complex employee relations cases Evidence led insights supporting strategic decision making Contribution to key People & Culture projects and strategic programmes A developed and more confident People Advisor/Officer cohort For a full list of duties and the person specification which your application will be marked against, please view the Job Description.
Mar 27, 2026
Full time
HR Business Partner Why This Role Matters IWM is delivering an ambitious transformation agenda, with one of our core organisational objectives being to make IWM a fantastic place to work . The People & Culture team plays a central role in shaping how we support, develop and empower our people so they can deliver extraordinary work every day. As our HR Business Partner , you will act as a trusted advisor to leaders across the organisation, guiding them through change, organisational development, people challenges, and cultural evolution. You will have a direct impact on employee experience, wellbeing, inclusion, talent development, and the strength of our employer brand. This role is an opportunity to shape a modern, people centred HR function in a unique organisation with a powerful mission. What It's Like to Work Here At IWM, people care deeply about the mission and about each other. You'll join a genuinely supportive community where: relationships are built on trust curiosity and continuous improvement are encouraged hybrid working is enabled where practical new ideas, innovation and evidence-led decision-making are welcomed wellbeing, inclusion and respect are central to our culture People & Culture has strong visibility across the organisation, working closely with leaders to embed inclusive behaviours, strengthen capability and deliver meaningful change. You'll have the autonomy to bring your expertise, creativity and judgement to the table. Although primarily based in London, you'll also travel to our five branches across the UK, ensuring all colleagues receive a consistent, high quality People service. What You'll Be Doing Your role is both strategic and hands-on, blending partnership, coaching, insight, and operational excellence. A typical month could include: Business Partnering & Leadership Support Building strong, proactive relationships with senior leaders and managers across your business areas Designing and delivering local people plans aligned to IWM's strategic objectives Coaching managers on performance, employee relations, change, and people management Acting as a change agent , supporting delivery of organisational change programmes Leading on complex employee relations cases , using IWM's restorative framework to resolve issues effectively Using people analytics, survey data and key metrics to inform decision-making and highlight priorities Supporting succession planning and workforce planning, working closely with Learning & Development Updating, advising on and developing People policies and procedures Identifying and mitigating people risks, including capability gaps, single-point dependencies and organisational risks Building constructive relationships with recognised trade union representatives Delivering the People & Culture Strategy Supporting the Director of People & Culture in delivering strategic people initiatives Researching, benchmarking and bringing new ideas to strengthen people practices Leading or contributing to projects that enhance employee experience and organisational culture Playing a key role in advancing IWM's Access & Inclusion agenda Supporting employee engagement initiatives and contributing to the development of IWM's employee value proposition Contributing to annual corporate planning and ensuring People plans are achievable and aligned to organisational goals What We're Looking For Required We're looking for someone who brings: CIPD Level 7 qualification or equivalent senior-level HR/OD/change experience Strong ability to deliver impactful HR advice at senior management level Experience managing complex people initiatives, organisational change or multi stakeholder projects Confidence handling senior-level conversations with sound judgement and discretion Experience supporting performance, employee relations and people development Ability to work effectively under pressure, balancing planned work with unplanned issues Experience identifying, designing and implementing People initiatives Strategic partnering experience, particularly around organisational design and development Desirable Experience working with trade unions or staff forums Experience working within organisations focused on continuous improvement Experience supporting multi site operations Experience in a commercialised not for profit or cultural sector environment How You'll Work You'll work in partnership with senior leaders and managers across all directorates, ensuring that People & Culture is a trusted, proactive and strategic partner. You'll collaborate with specialists in Learning & Development, People Operations, Wellbeing, Diversity & Inclusion and organisational leadership to deliver a cohesive, high-impact People service. Hybrid working is available, with on site presence guided by business needs, collaboration, and stakeholder engagement. What Success Looks Like Over the course of your time with us, success will look like: Strong, trusted relationships with senior leaders and managers Clear people plans that support business priorities and positive cultural change High-quality coaching and guidance that strengthens people capability Meaningful improvements in employee experience, engagement and inclusion Positive outcomes in complex employee relations cases Evidence led insights supporting strategic decision making Contribution to key People & Culture projects and strategic programmes A developed and more confident People Advisor/Officer cohort For a full list of duties and the person specification which your application will be marked against, please view the Job Description.
Witney, Princes Risborough & UK-wide travel Salary - On application Our client provides hands-on IT managed services, and technical projects to schools across England. They support over 5,000 schools nationally and are proud to be an inclusive, collaborative and people centred organisation. They put schools first, delivering reliable, high quality services that help them get on with what matters most teaching and learning. Their values guide everything they do: they care about their work, they think yes, they keep things clear, they commit to excellence, they deliver on their promises and they work as one team. They are now seeking an experienced Operations Director to lead the next phase of operational excellence across their organisation. The Role Reporting directly to the Managing Director, the Operations Director will provide strategic and operational leadership across their core service delivery functions: Service Desk Regional Technical Teams Project Delivery This is a key role shaping how we scale, transform and continuously improve their services. You will lead the development of efficient, consistent and scalable operational processes to support growth, build capability and deliver an excellent customer experience for schools. Working as part of the senior leadership team, you will drive operational transformation, strengthen performance across all service areas and ensure their operational model supports their commercial and strategic objectives. Direct reports include the Head of Service Delivery, Head of Service Desk Operations and Head of Projects. Key Responsibilities Operational Leadership & Transformation Lead all operational teams to deliver consistent, high quality services. Drive operational change, process improvement and modernisation across the business. Create aligned ways of working across field teams, service desk and projects. Champion a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence Service Delivery & Performance Ensure a reliable, professional managed service for all customers. Set clear service performance metrics and reporting. Drive consistency, standards and best practice across regional teams. Strengthen documentation, processes and shared service methodologie Projects Delivery Oversee the successful delivery of technical projects, ensuring work is delivered on time and with minimal disruption. Support project frameworks, resource planning and capability development. Ensure project delivery supports growth and onboarding Strategic Leadership Contribute to the wider strategic direction their organisation. Align operational infrastructure with commercial and growth plans. Provide insight on resource planning, capacity, service development and long term operational needs. People Leadership Build strong leadership within operational teams. Drive accountability, performance and workforce planning. Identify and develop future leaders. Work closely with People & Culture to support engagement and development Skills & Experience Essential Extensive experience in a Managed Service Provider (MSP) environment. Proven leadership of large-scale service delivery operations. Strong background in operational transformation and change management. Understanding of IT service management frameworks (e.g. ITIL). Experience overseeing technical support, service desk and project functions. Ability to develop processes, frameworks and operational efficiencies. Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills. Able to operate effectively in a fast paced, evolving environment. Desirable Experience working in the education or schools IT sector. Knowledge of ITIL, Prince2 or similar frameworks. Personal Attributes Highly driven and results focused. Confident leading organisational change. Collaborative and team oriented. Strong customer focused mindset. Able to operate strategically while remaining hands on when needed. This is a full time role with flexible working. Regular presence will be required across their Witney and Princes Risborough offices, with travel across the UK to support regional teams and customer engagement. The package will be discussed at the interview stage and reflects the responsibility and scope of the role. Our client provides a comprehensive range of hands-on ICT and computing support, MIS support, GDPR services and software consultancy and training. Between these brands they provide services to over 5,000 schools across UK and employ over 470 staff members. They put schools and their needs first, taking care of all their technological needs so that they can get on with teaching and learning. Our client is a friendly and supportive place to work where people feel trusted and respected, and they are proud of the diversity and flexibility that they have and the breadth of skills and experience of their staff. Our client is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all employees to share this commitment REF-
Mar 27, 2026
Full time
Witney, Princes Risborough & UK-wide travel Salary - On application Our client provides hands-on IT managed services, and technical projects to schools across England. They support over 5,000 schools nationally and are proud to be an inclusive, collaborative and people centred organisation. They put schools first, delivering reliable, high quality services that help them get on with what matters most teaching and learning. Their values guide everything they do: they care about their work, they think yes, they keep things clear, they commit to excellence, they deliver on their promises and they work as one team. They are now seeking an experienced Operations Director to lead the next phase of operational excellence across their organisation. The Role Reporting directly to the Managing Director, the Operations Director will provide strategic and operational leadership across their core service delivery functions: Service Desk Regional Technical Teams Project Delivery This is a key role shaping how we scale, transform and continuously improve their services. You will lead the development of efficient, consistent and scalable operational processes to support growth, build capability and deliver an excellent customer experience for schools. Working as part of the senior leadership team, you will drive operational transformation, strengthen performance across all service areas and ensure their operational model supports their commercial and strategic objectives. Direct reports include the Head of Service Delivery, Head of Service Desk Operations and Head of Projects. Key Responsibilities Operational Leadership & Transformation Lead all operational teams to deliver consistent, high quality services. Drive operational change, process improvement and modernisation across the business. Create aligned ways of working across field teams, service desk and projects. Champion a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence Service Delivery & Performance Ensure a reliable, professional managed service for all customers. Set clear service performance metrics and reporting. Drive consistency, standards and best practice across regional teams. Strengthen documentation, processes and shared service methodologie Projects Delivery Oversee the successful delivery of technical projects, ensuring work is delivered on time and with minimal disruption. Support project frameworks, resource planning and capability development. Ensure project delivery supports growth and onboarding Strategic Leadership Contribute to the wider strategic direction their organisation. Align operational infrastructure with commercial and growth plans. Provide insight on resource planning, capacity, service development and long term operational needs. People Leadership Build strong leadership within operational teams. Drive accountability, performance and workforce planning. Identify and develop future leaders. Work closely with People & Culture to support engagement and development Skills & Experience Essential Extensive experience in a Managed Service Provider (MSP) environment. Proven leadership of large-scale service delivery operations. Strong background in operational transformation and change management. Understanding of IT service management frameworks (e.g. ITIL). Experience overseeing technical support, service desk and project functions. Ability to develop processes, frameworks and operational efficiencies. Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills. Able to operate effectively in a fast paced, evolving environment. Desirable Experience working in the education or schools IT sector. Knowledge of ITIL, Prince2 or similar frameworks. Personal Attributes Highly driven and results focused. Confident leading organisational change. Collaborative and team oriented. Strong customer focused mindset. Able to operate strategically while remaining hands on when needed. This is a full time role with flexible working. Regular presence will be required across their Witney and Princes Risborough offices, with travel across the UK to support regional teams and customer engagement. The package will be discussed at the interview stage and reflects the responsibility and scope of the role. Our client provides a comprehensive range of hands-on ICT and computing support, MIS support, GDPR services and software consultancy and training. Between these brands they provide services to over 5,000 schools across UK and employ over 470 staff members. They put schools and their needs first, taking care of all their technological needs so that they can get on with teaching and learning. Our client is a friendly and supportive place to work where people feel trusted and respected, and they are proud of the diversity and flexibility that they have and the breadth of skills and experience of their staff. Our client is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all employees to share this commitment REF-
CIBSE The Chartered Institution of Building Services Engineers
Company: CIBSE - The Chartered Institution of Building Services Engineers Title: Operations Director Location: London (hybrid working, minimum three days per week including organisational day on Monday) Salary: c. £95,000 Contract: Permanent, full time CIBSE is an organisation with a proud heritage, a global reputation for technical excellence and a deep sense of responsibility to the built environment. Supporting a community of 24,000 members across more than 100 countries, we advance and promote the art, science and practice of building services engineering, driving progress in sustainability, health, wellbeing and net zero. As our influence continues to grow and our international footprint expands at pace, we are seeking an Operations Director to lead, strengthen and continuously improve CIBSE's operational infrastructure. This is a key senior leadership role, overseeing critical central functions including Governance and Secretariat, IT and CRM, People & Culture, Process Management and internal service delivery. The postholder will provide strategic and operational leadership across these areas, advancing our already robust and scalable infrastructure and ensuring our policies, processes and systems remain efficient, customer focused and fit for purpose. You will help embed a proactive approach to international operations, ensuring our growing global workforce and offices receive consistent, high quality support. Acting as a trusted adviser to the Chief Executive, senior leadership team and Trustees, you will ensure operational excellence underpins and enables the organisation's strategy. This is a highly varied, fast paced and hands on role suited to an individual with strong operational breadth, sound judgement and outstanding organisational capability. We are seeking someone who brings a confident, structured and reassuring approach; excellent interpersonal skills; and the ability to manage high performing teams and engage effectively across a member led organisation. You will thrive on variety, moving seamlessly between strategic oversight and hands on problem solving, and bring an outward looking, modernising mindset to simplify, streamline and improve systems and processes. About You We are looking for a sophisticated operator who: Demonstrates strong leadership experience in operational, governance or corporate services roles, ideally within a charity, professional body or complex membership organisation. Has experience managing cross functional teams across governance, HR, IT, CRM and/or process management. Brings resilience, diplomacy and sound judgement within governance rich contexts involving Trustees, Boards and Committees. Has international operational experience or confidence navigating international infrastructures. Possesses excellent communication skills, strong planning, budgeting and resource management capability, and a proactive, hands on approach. How to Apply Closing date for applications: 23:59 on Tuesday 7th April 2026 Apply online at If unable to apply online, please email: All candidates are requested to complete an online Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form at the end of the application process. For details on how we process personal data, please review our privacy policy: Queries: Thomas Ewen, Principal Consultant -
Mar 27, 2026
Full time
Company: CIBSE - The Chartered Institution of Building Services Engineers Title: Operations Director Location: London (hybrid working, minimum three days per week including organisational day on Monday) Salary: c. £95,000 Contract: Permanent, full time CIBSE is an organisation with a proud heritage, a global reputation for technical excellence and a deep sense of responsibility to the built environment. Supporting a community of 24,000 members across more than 100 countries, we advance and promote the art, science and practice of building services engineering, driving progress in sustainability, health, wellbeing and net zero. As our influence continues to grow and our international footprint expands at pace, we are seeking an Operations Director to lead, strengthen and continuously improve CIBSE's operational infrastructure. This is a key senior leadership role, overseeing critical central functions including Governance and Secretariat, IT and CRM, People & Culture, Process Management and internal service delivery. The postholder will provide strategic and operational leadership across these areas, advancing our already robust and scalable infrastructure and ensuring our policies, processes and systems remain efficient, customer focused and fit for purpose. You will help embed a proactive approach to international operations, ensuring our growing global workforce and offices receive consistent, high quality support. Acting as a trusted adviser to the Chief Executive, senior leadership team and Trustees, you will ensure operational excellence underpins and enables the organisation's strategy. This is a highly varied, fast paced and hands on role suited to an individual with strong operational breadth, sound judgement and outstanding organisational capability. We are seeking someone who brings a confident, structured and reassuring approach; excellent interpersonal skills; and the ability to manage high performing teams and engage effectively across a member led organisation. You will thrive on variety, moving seamlessly between strategic oversight and hands on problem solving, and bring an outward looking, modernising mindset to simplify, streamline and improve systems and processes. About You We are looking for a sophisticated operator who: Demonstrates strong leadership experience in operational, governance or corporate services roles, ideally within a charity, professional body or complex membership organisation. Has experience managing cross functional teams across governance, HR, IT, CRM and/or process management. Brings resilience, diplomacy and sound judgement within governance rich contexts involving Trustees, Boards and Committees. Has international operational experience or confidence navigating international infrastructures. Possesses excellent communication skills, strong planning, budgeting and resource management capability, and a proactive, hands on approach. How to Apply Closing date for applications: 23:59 on Tuesday 7th April 2026 Apply online at If unable to apply online, please email: All candidates are requested to complete an online Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form at the end of the application process. For details on how we process personal data, please review our privacy policy: Queries: Thomas Ewen, Principal Consultant -
Transformation Project Director (Avon Riversides 2100) £78,158 - £86,607 Full time, Permanent Shape Bristol's riverside future for the next century As the Transformational Projects Director for Avon Riversides 2100 you will be at the heart of Bristol's growth and regeneration and at the helm of one of the city's most ambitious, high-profile and consequential resilience programmes. You will be directly responsible for the effective planning, consenting, funding, and delivery of the council's £250m+ programme of flood resilience works, ensuring they provide multiple benefits beyond flood resilience to the city for generations to come. If you haven't already done so, then view further details about the Avon Riversides 100 project on our recruitment site. About you You are a strategic leader with a passion for sustainability and resilience in an urban environment and a drive to make a tangible impact. You thrive in complex environments, where collaboration, innovation and long-term thinking are essential. You understand the importance of balancing public sector priorities with private sector dynamics, and you're confident navigating political landscapes and multi-stakeholder partnerships. We're looking for someone with: Experience of overseeing the delivery of major built environment and / or infrastructure projects with high value, high risk or complex needs. A demonstrable track record of leading successful regeneration projects. Proven ability to co-ordinate the management of complex interfacing projects in a changing environment. A passion to build relationships and positively influence senior decision makers and public and private funding providers and land and development interests. The benefits We're proud to be a city that is undergoing major change. Working towards communal goals, our people enjoy a uniquely collaborative and forward-thinking environment. You'll receive a competitive salary, generous holiday entitlement, and access to our desirable Local Government Pension Scheme. We strive for an inclusive, high-performing, healthy and motivated workforce. To help us achieve this we offer plenty of flexibility to adopt agile working practices and family friendly policies. With the backing of a supportive management team and colleagues who are genuinely passionate about their work, you'll have the chance to make Bristol a better place and contribute to its future. Further information For further details about the Avon Riversides 2100 project and the role then visit our recruitment site. For informal enquiries please contact Alex Hearn, Director of Economy of Place: Closing date: Sunday 12th April 2026. Interviews to be held w/c 27th April. How to apply Please visit our careers site to submit your CV along with a supporting statement detailing how you meet the essential criteria within the Person Specification. No agencies please. We're a Disability Confident employer which means we value recruiting and retaining disabled people. Any job applicants who consider themselves to be disabled and meet the essential criteria in the Person Specification are guaranteed an interview. We'll make reasonable adjustments throughout the interview process and provide continued workplace support throughout your career. At Bristol City Council, we value having a workforce as diverse as the City we serve. We therefore welcome, develop and promote people from all sections of the community. Appointments will be made on merit.
Mar 27, 2026
Full time
Transformation Project Director (Avon Riversides 2100) £78,158 - £86,607 Full time, Permanent Shape Bristol's riverside future for the next century As the Transformational Projects Director for Avon Riversides 2100 you will be at the heart of Bristol's growth and regeneration and at the helm of one of the city's most ambitious, high-profile and consequential resilience programmes. You will be directly responsible for the effective planning, consenting, funding, and delivery of the council's £250m+ programme of flood resilience works, ensuring they provide multiple benefits beyond flood resilience to the city for generations to come. If you haven't already done so, then view further details about the Avon Riversides 100 project on our recruitment site. About you You are a strategic leader with a passion for sustainability and resilience in an urban environment and a drive to make a tangible impact. You thrive in complex environments, where collaboration, innovation and long-term thinking are essential. You understand the importance of balancing public sector priorities with private sector dynamics, and you're confident navigating political landscapes and multi-stakeholder partnerships. We're looking for someone with: Experience of overseeing the delivery of major built environment and / or infrastructure projects with high value, high risk or complex needs. A demonstrable track record of leading successful regeneration projects. Proven ability to co-ordinate the management of complex interfacing projects in a changing environment. A passion to build relationships and positively influence senior decision makers and public and private funding providers and land and development interests. The benefits We're proud to be a city that is undergoing major change. Working towards communal goals, our people enjoy a uniquely collaborative and forward-thinking environment. You'll receive a competitive salary, generous holiday entitlement, and access to our desirable Local Government Pension Scheme. We strive for an inclusive, high-performing, healthy and motivated workforce. To help us achieve this we offer plenty of flexibility to adopt agile working practices and family friendly policies. With the backing of a supportive management team and colleagues who are genuinely passionate about their work, you'll have the chance to make Bristol a better place and contribute to its future. Further information For further details about the Avon Riversides 2100 project and the role then visit our recruitment site. For informal enquiries please contact Alex Hearn, Director of Economy of Place: Closing date: Sunday 12th April 2026. Interviews to be held w/c 27th April. How to apply Please visit our careers site to submit your CV along with a supporting statement detailing how you meet the essential criteria within the Person Specification. No agencies please. We're a Disability Confident employer which means we value recruiting and retaining disabled people. Any job applicants who consider themselves to be disabled and meet the essential criteria in the Person Specification are guaranteed an interview. We'll make reasonable adjustments throughout the interview process and provide continued workplace support throughout your career. At Bristol City Council, we value having a workforce as diverse as the City we serve. We therefore welcome, develop and promote people from all sections of the community. Appointments will be made on merit.
A fantastic opportunity has emerged for a Head of Housing Management to join one of Adecco's leading public sector clients in a temporary role until they recruit permanently for the post (likely to be 3-6 months). This role is hybrid working, so requires a minimum of three days each week working from our client's office. Based in South London, this is a full time role (36 hours, Monday to Friday) and will report directly into the Director of Housing Management. You will be responsible for the design and delivery of housing management services for the residents, including anti social behaviour, tenancy sustainment, tenancy checks and environmental improvements. In addition, you will also undertake the role of strategic lead including associated policies and procedures in relation to housing management and support services. Key elements of this role include: Managing responses to complex professional or politically sensitive issues Planning and ensuring service delivery, as well as controlling operational activities ensuring professional standards are delivered. Managing key relationships with delivery partners/providers to commission and deliver outcomes Developing service plans to meet strategic business goals, ensuring compliance with all internal and external standards. Ensuring the development and delivery of continuous improvements in all aspects of the housing management service. Leading, motivating and developing staff to create and maintain a highly competent and participative workforce. Identifying, securing, deploying and managing the resources necessary for the service area to meet or exceed its objectives. Ensuring the necessary standards relating to safeguarding best practices/protocols are effectively communicated, monitored and maintained. Candidates will ideally possess a: Demonstrable track record and background of consistent achievement at senior level across the public sector or large complex organisation. Proven transformational leadership & management experience Track record in performance management, driving improvements and efficiencies with a significant track record executing team and individual performance effectively. Leading, motivating, coaching and inspiring change, developing a high performing team culture across all areas of responsibility and delivering agreed business and service plans and supporting KPI's. Developing and embedding quality assurance to ensure that statutory and regulatory performance metrics are meet and exceeded, and that a commitment to ongoing innovation and improvement defines services delivered. Proven strategic leadership experience within a housing context, including direct management of senior professionals and a customer-driven service approach. Our client is ideally looking to conduct interviews in mid/late March 2026, so applicants will preferably be immediately available or on a short notice period (1-2 weeks). Only applicants who feel they meet the above criteria need apply.
Mar 27, 2026
Seasonal
A fantastic opportunity has emerged for a Head of Housing Management to join one of Adecco's leading public sector clients in a temporary role until they recruit permanently for the post (likely to be 3-6 months). This role is hybrid working, so requires a minimum of three days each week working from our client's office. Based in South London, this is a full time role (36 hours, Monday to Friday) and will report directly into the Director of Housing Management. You will be responsible for the design and delivery of housing management services for the residents, including anti social behaviour, tenancy sustainment, tenancy checks and environmental improvements. In addition, you will also undertake the role of strategic lead including associated policies and procedures in relation to housing management and support services. Key elements of this role include: Managing responses to complex professional or politically sensitive issues Planning and ensuring service delivery, as well as controlling operational activities ensuring professional standards are delivered. Managing key relationships with delivery partners/providers to commission and deliver outcomes Developing service plans to meet strategic business goals, ensuring compliance with all internal and external standards. Ensuring the development and delivery of continuous improvements in all aspects of the housing management service. Leading, motivating and developing staff to create and maintain a highly competent and participative workforce. Identifying, securing, deploying and managing the resources necessary for the service area to meet or exceed its objectives. Ensuring the necessary standards relating to safeguarding best practices/protocols are effectively communicated, monitored and maintained. Candidates will ideally possess a: Demonstrable track record and background of consistent achievement at senior level across the public sector or large complex organisation. Proven transformational leadership & management experience Track record in performance management, driving improvements and efficiencies with a significant track record executing team and individual performance effectively. Leading, motivating, coaching and inspiring change, developing a high performing team culture across all areas of responsibility and delivering agreed business and service plans and supporting KPI's. Developing and embedding quality assurance to ensure that statutory and regulatory performance metrics are meet and exceeded, and that a commitment to ongoing innovation and improvement defines services delivered. Proven strategic leadership experience within a housing context, including direct management of senior professionals and a customer-driven service approach. Our client is ideally looking to conduct interviews in mid/late March 2026, so applicants will preferably be immediately available or on a short notice period (1-2 weeks). Only applicants who feel they meet the above criteria need apply.
HR Business Partner - Yorkshire/North WestSalary - £40,000 - £45,000 + Car Allowance I'm supporting a fast-growing, people-focused business as they look to welcome an HR Business Partner into their expanding People team. This is a brilliant opportunity to join a business in an exciting phase of growth and change, where people, culture and development sit right at the heart of the journey. Reporting directly to the HR Manager. You'll play a key role in shaping how the organisation scales, supports its teams and continues to build an engaged, high-performing culture. What you'll be doing Partnering with leaders across your region to deliver strategic and hands-on HR support Coaching managers on performance, development, engagement and employee relations Leading on complex ER matters and working closely with the People Director on key decisions Supporting organisational design, change initiatives and workforce planning Helping shape leadership capability and talent development across the business Using people data and insights to guide decisions and identify trends Getting involved in projects that enhance culture, wellbeing and employee experience Championing values, behaviours and a people-first approach as the business continues to grow About you CIPD qualified Strong HR generalist and business partnering background within a fast-paced environment Confident in managing complex ER and change activity Able to build strong relationships and influence at all levels Pragmatic, commercial and solutions-focused, with a people-centred approach Enjoy working at pace and comfortable balancing strategic work with hands-on delivery Passionate about culture, development and helping leaders grow their teams This is a wonderful opportunity for an ambitious HR professional who wants to make a real impact in a business with huge potential - and be part of a supportive, values-led People team. BH35511
Mar 27, 2026
Full time
HR Business Partner - Yorkshire/North WestSalary - £40,000 - £45,000 + Car Allowance I'm supporting a fast-growing, people-focused business as they look to welcome an HR Business Partner into their expanding People team. This is a brilliant opportunity to join a business in an exciting phase of growth and change, where people, culture and development sit right at the heart of the journey. Reporting directly to the HR Manager. You'll play a key role in shaping how the organisation scales, supports its teams and continues to build an engaged, high-performing culture. What you'll be doing Partnering with leaders across your region to deliver strategic and hands-on HR support Coaching managers on performance, development, engagement and employee relations Leading on complex ER matters and working closely with the People Director on key decisions Supporting organisational design, change initiatives and workforce planning Helping shape leadership capability and talent development across the business Using people data and insights to guide decisions and identify trends Getting involved in projects that enhance culture, wellbeing and employee experience Championing values, behaviours and a people-first approach as the business continues to grow About you CIPD qualified Strong HR generalist and business partnering background within a fast-paced environment Confident in managing complex ER and change activity Able to build strong relationships and influence at all levels Pragmatic, commercial and solutions-focused, with a people-centred approach Enjoy working at pace and comfortable balancing strategic work with hands-on delivery Passionate about culture, development and helping leaders grow their teams This is a wonderful opportunity for an ambitious HR professional who wants to make a real impact in a business with huge potential - and be part of a supportive, values-led People team. BH35511
We are seeking an experienced Director - Human Resources with a strong background in Mergers & Acquisitions, TUPE transfers, organizational transitions, and cross-border HR compliance across the UK and European markets . This role will play a critical leadership position in HR strategy, workforce integration, organizational restructuring, and policy governance , ensuring that all people-related aspects of business expansion, acquisitions, divestitures, and operational transitions are delivered smoothly and in full compliance with local employment regulations. The successful candidate will partner closely with executive leadership, legal teams, finance, and operational stakeholders to lead complex workforce programs across multiple jurisdictions. Key Responsibilities Mergers & Acquisitions (HR Due Diligence) Lead HR due diligence during mergers, acquisitions, and strategic partnerships. Assess workforce risks including contracts, compensation structures, benefits liabilities, and employment disputes . Support integration planning including organization design, workforce harmonization, and talent retention strategies . TUPE & Workforce Transfers Lead TUPE consultations and workforce transfers in compliance with UK regulations. Manage employee consultations, union engagement, and communication strategies during transfers. Ensure proper documentation, legal compliance, and smooth workforce integration. Transitions & Organizational Change Design and implement workforce transition programs including restructuring, outsourcing, and insourcing. Lead change management frameworks during operational transitions. Ensure business continuity while protecting employee engagement. Exit Management & Workforce Restructuring Oversee redundancy programs, exits, and restructuring initiatives . Ensure processes comply with UK and European labour laws , collective consultation requirements, and legal frameworks. Manage risk mitigation around employment disputes and litigation. HR Policy & Governance Develop and maintain HR policies aligned with UK and EU employment regulations . Ensure compliance with: Employment law Data protection (GDPR) Equality and diversity legislation Workforce consultation regulations Compliance & Risk Management Ensure HR operations comply with UK and European labour legislation . Work closely with legal advisors on cross-border workforce governance . Implement audit and compliance frameworks for HR processes. Leadership & Stakeholder Management Partner with executive leadership and board stakeholders to align HR strategy with business goals. Lead HR teams supporting multi-country operations . Support business expansion initiatives including new market entry and workforce setup . Required Experience 10-15 years of HR leadership experience in international organizations. Strong experience managing HR aspects of mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures . Proven expertise in TUPE transfers and workforce consultation processes . Experience managing cross-border HR operations across the UK and Europe . Track record in organizational restructuring, workforce integration, and transition management . Strong understanding of UK employment law and European labour frameworks . Preferred Background Experience in technology, consulting, enterprise funded startups or multinational services organizations . Experience working with private equity, growth companies, or international expansion projects . Exposure to global workforce models including remote and multi-country teams . Education & Qualifications Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or Law CIPD Level 7 or equivalent HR qualification preferred Additional certifications in employment law, organizational change, or HR transformation advantageous Key Competencies Strategic HR leadership M&A workforce integration TUPE and employment law expertise Cross-border HR compliance Change management Stakeholder engagement Risk management and governance
Mar 27, 2026
Full time
We are seeking an experienced Director - Human Resources with a strong background in Mergers & Acquisitions, TUPE transfers, organizational transitions, and cross-border HR compliance across the UK and European markets . This role will play a critical leadership position in HR strategy, workforce integration, organizational restructuring, and policy governance , ensuring that all people-related aspects of business expansion, acquisitions, divestitures, and operational transitions are delivered smoothly and in full compliance with local employment regulations. The successful candidate will partner closely with executive leadership, legal teams, finance, and operational stakeholders to lead complex workforce programs across multiple jurisdictions. Key Responsibilities Mergers & Acquisitions (HR Due Diligence) Lead HR due diligence during mergers, acquisitions, and strategic partnerships. Assess workforce risks including contracts, compensation structures, benefits liabilities, and employment disputes . Support integration planning including organization design, workforce harmonization, and talent retention strategies . TUPE & Workforce Transfers Lead TUPE consultations and workforce transfers in compliance with UK regulations. Manage employee consultations, union engagement, and communication strategies during transfers. Ensure proper documentation, legal compliance, and smooth workforce integration. Transitions & Organizational Change Design and implement workforce transition programs including restructuring, outsourcing, and insourcing. Lead change management frameworks during operational transitions. Ensure business continuity while protecting employee engagement. Exit Management & Workforce Restructuring Oversee redundancy programs, exits, and restructuring initiatives . Ensure processes comply with UK and European labour laws , collective consultation requirements, and legal frameworks. Manage risk mitigation around employment disputes and litigation. HR Policy & Governance Develop and maintain HR policies aligned with UK and EU employment regulations . Ensure compliance with: Employment law Data protection (GDPR) Equality and diversity legislation Workforce consultation regulations Compliance & Risk Management Ensure HR operations comply with UK and European labour legislation . Work closely with legal advisors on cross-border workforce governance . Implement audit and compliance frameworks for HR processes. Leadership & Stakeholder Management Partner with executive leadership and board stakeholders to align HR strategy with business goals. Lead HR teams supporting multi-country operations . Support business expansion initiatives including new market entry and workforce setup . Required Experience 10-15 years of HR leadership experience in international organizations. Strong experience managing HR aspects of mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures . Proven expertise in TUPE transfers and workforce consultation processes . Experience managing cross-border HR operations across the UK and Europe . Track record in organizational restructuring, workforce integration, and transition management . Strong understanding of UK employment law and European labour frameworks . Preferred Background Experience in technology, consulting, enterprise funded startups or multinational services organizations . Experience working with private equity, growth companies, or international expansion projects . Exposure to global workforce models including remote and multi-country teams . Education & Qualifications Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or Law CIPD Level 7 or equivalent HR qualification preferred Additional certifications in employment law, organizational change, or HR transformation advantageous Key Competencies Strategic HR leadership M&A workforce integration TUPE and employment law expertise Cross-border HR compliance Change management Stakeholder engagement Risk management and governance
