We're looking for a MEP Site Manager (Mechanical) to join our Faslane & Coulport Naval bases team based in Faslane & Coulport Naval bases. Location: Faslane & Coulport Naval bases - On Site Hours: 42.5 hours per week - some flexibility on hours available if desired, just let us know when you speak to us. We are unable to offer certificates of sponsorship to any candidates in this role. We're looking for an experienced MEP Site Manager with a strong mechanical focus to lead the delivery of mechanical and associated MEP works on our large-scale construction projects. You'll be at the heart of site operations, coordinating activities, supporting subcontractors, and ensuring we deliver the highest standards of quality, safety, and efficiency from installation through to handover. What will you be responsible for? As a MEP Site Manager (Mechanical), you'll be working within the Operations team, supporting them in delivering excellence across mechanical services on site. Your day to day will include: Overseeing site management of mechanical services including HVAC, pipework, plant, ductwork, public health, and BMS interfaces Coordinating mechanical works alongside electrical, CSA, and specialist packages to ensure seamless MEP integration Managing day-to-day site activities, logistics, access, safety, and quality whilst promoting a safety-first culture Ensuring mechanical installations meet design specifications and quality standards, managing inspections, snagging, and sign-off Supporting testing, commissioning, and handover procedures, whilst maintaining clear communication with subcontractors, project teams, and client stakeholders What are we looking for? This role of MEP Site Manager (Mechanical) is great for you if: You have proven experience as an MEP or Mechanical Site Manager on large-scale construction projects with a strong mechanical background in building services You're skilled at managing multiple subcontractors on live construction sites and have excellent coordination, leadership, and communication abilities You hold SMSTS and CSCS qualifications, along with a sound knowledge of UK building regulations and mechanical services standards You understand commissioning and handover processes, and have experience on projects with £10m+ MEP value You have a relevant mechanical or building services qualification (HNC/HND/Degree preferred) and a full driving licence Rewards and benefits We're proud to be able to offer our brilliant people a wide variety of benefits that you can tailor to your needs. You can see more information of benefits here. Diversity and inclusion Making Kier a diverse and inclusive place to work is a huge priority for us. We're proud of the steps we've taken so far, but we know we must always do more. Our employees are key in shaping Kier's diversity and inclusion initiatives and our people have made a huge impact on how we work, by using their experiences to shape our policies. You can see our D&I action plan here. As a Disability Confident employer, we will ensure that a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants that meet the minimum criteria for this role will be offered an interview. Due to the nature of this role and the nature of the work at this site, you will be required to complete a Government Security Check (SC) Clearance, which takes place before your employment, and is conducted by the Cabinet Office's United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) agency who set out a pre-requisite criteria including residency history. Applicants with convictions will be treated on a case-by-case basis. We do not discriminate based on an applicant's conviction history or the details of any convictions disclosed to us - to read more about our programme to support people with convictions into employment, visit careers/making-ground. This role will also be subject to further pre-employment checks. We look forward to seeing your application to . Matched pension scheme up to 7.5%, Life Assurance, Enhanced Family Friendly Policies, Discounts on go-to brands, Free Heath and wellbeing services, Training and development schemes, Electric Vehicle Leasing, Paid volunteering leave.
Apr 15, 2026
Full time
We're looking for a MEP Site Manager (Mechanical) to join our Faslane & Coulport Naval bases team based in Faslane & Coulport Naval bases. Location: Faslane & Coulport Naval bases - On Site Hours: 42.5 hours per week - some flexibility on hours available if desired, just let us know when you speak to us. We are unable to offer certificates of sponsorship to any candidates in this role. We're looking for an experienced MEP Site Manager with a strong mechanical focus to lead the delivery of mechanical and associated MEP works on our large-scale construction projects. You'll be at the heart of site operations, coordinating activities, supporting subcontractors, and ensuring we deliver the highest standards of quality, safety, and efficiency from installation through to handover. What will you be responsible for? As a MEP Site Manager (Mechanical), you'll be working within the Operations team, supporting them in delivering excellence across mechanical services on site. Your day to day will include: Overseeing site management of mechanical services including HVAC, pipework, plant, ductwork, public health, and BMS interfaces Coordinating mechanical works alongside electrical, CSA, and specialist packages to ensure seamless MEP integration Managing day-to-day site activities, logistics, access, safety, and quality whilst promoting a safety-first culture Ensuring mechanical installations meet design specifications and quality standards, managing inspections, snagging, and sign-off Supporting testing, commissioning, and handover procedures, whilst maintaining clear communication with subcontractors, project teams, and client stakeholders What are we looking for? This role of MEP Site Manager (Mechanical) is great for you if: You have proven experience as an MEP or Mechanical Site Manager on large-scale construction projects with a strong mechanical background in building services You're skilled at managing multiple subcontractors on live construction sites and have excellent coordination, leadership, and communication abilities You hold SMSTS and CSCS qualifications, along with a sound knowledge of UK building regulations and mechanical services standards You understand commissioning and handover processes, and have experience on projects with £10m+ MEP value You have a relevant mechanical or building services qualification (HNC/HND/Degree preferred) and a full driving licence Rewards and benefits We're proud to be able to offer our brilliant people a wide variety of benefits that you can tailor to your needs. You can see more information of benefits here. Diversity and inclusion Making Kier a diverse and inclusive place to work is a huge priority for us. We're proud of the steps we've taken so far, but we know we must always do more. Our employees are key in shaping Kier's diversity and inclusion initiatives and our people have made a huge impact on how we work, by using their experiences to shape our policies. You can see our D&I action plan here. As a Disability Confident employer, we will ensure that a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants that meet the minimum criteria for this role will be offered an interview. Due to the nature of this role and the nature of the work at this site, you will be required to complete a Government Security Check (SC) Clearance, which takes place before your employment, and is conducted by the Cabinet Office's United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) agency who set out a pre-requisite criteria including residency history. Applicants with convictions will be treated on a case-by-case basis. We do not discriminate based on an applicant's conviction history or the details of any convictions disclosed to us - to read more about our programme to support people with convictions into employment, visit careers/making-ground. This role will also be subject to further pre-employment checks. We look forward to seeing your application to . Matched pension scheme up to 7.5%, Life Assurance, Enhanced Family Friendly Policies, Discounts on go-to brands, Free Heath and wellbeing services, Training and development schemes, Electric Vehicle Leasing, Paid volunteering leave.
Alexander Mann Solutions - Public Sector Resourcing
On behalf of DWP, we are looking for a Senior Product Manager for a 11 months Inside IR35 contract based Hybrid Leeds, Manchester, Birmingham, Newcastle The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is responsible for welfare, pensions, and child maintenance policy. As the UK's biggest public service department, it administers the State Pension and a range of working age, disability and ill health benefits to around 20 million claimants and customers. As such, we operate on a scale that is almost unmatched anywhere in Europe and most people in Britain come into contact with us at some point in their lives. Working with DWP, you will be helping us to drive our priorities to: . Help people to move into work and support those already in work to progress, with the aim of increasing overall workforce participation . Help people to plan and save for later life, while providing a safety net for those who need it now . Provide effective, efficient, and innovative services to the millions of claimants who rely on us every day, including the most vulnerable in society . Improve experience of our services while maximising value for money for the taxpayer. As a Senior Product Manager, your main responsibilities will be: Essential: . Own the vision for a complex large product or a portfolio of products, working with stakeholders to ensure strategic fit and engaging the development team to maintain alignment and buy in. . AI tooling experience would be a positive . Develop the product strategy and manage the product roadmap as well as prioritising the product backlog through a range of techniques to maximise value and return on investment . Identify and communicate user needs to the development and delivery team through the creation of backlog items (user stories) and representing users and other stakeholders at team meetings such as planning and review session. . Responsible for ensuring appropriate performance metrics and success measures are In place to meet the needs of the service so that outcomes can be tracked and achieved. . Manage, influence and negotiate with stakeholders, sometimes more senior and up to ministerial level, and communicate progress and achievements, championing the product within the department. . Lead product team, and ensure the product is developed to an appropriate level of quality taking into consideration expected lifetime, investment and timeframes. . Lead on and be accountable for the professional development of all Product Managers in your area. . Ensure the team is working towards the appropriate service standards as defined by Government Digital and Data (GDaD) Capability Framework and the internal assurance team, and provide coaching where needed to the product teams. . Be an active member of the Product Management Community, attending community sessions and supporting any associated community based activity . You will be expected to play a leadership role in the product community by contributing to, leading and building on the Practice work that ensures an effective professional community within the Practice continues to operate at its fullest potential. This includes leading events, educating and coaching community members, and taking the lead on recruitment activity. Please be aware that this role can only be worked within the UK and not Overseas. Disability Confident As a member of the Disability Confident Scheme, DWP guarantees to interview all candidates who have a disability and who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy. In cases where we have a high volume of candidates who have a disability who meet all the essential criteria, we will interview the best candidates from within that group. This scheme encourages candidates with a disability and/or neurodivergence to apply. In exceptional circumstances, we may also need to apply the desirable criteria in our shortlisting process which may include holding active security clearance. Armed Forces Covenant DWP guarantees to interview veterans or spouses/partners of military personnel who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy. In cases where we have a high volume of ex-military candidates/military spouses or partners, who meet all of the essential criteria, we will interview the best candidates from within that group. In exceptional circumstances, we may also need to apply the desirable criteria in our shortlisting process which may include holding active security clearance. In applying for this role, you acknowledge the following "this role falls in scope of the Off Payroll Working in the Public Sector legislation. Any rates of payment quoted will reflect the gross rate per day for the assignment and will be subject to appropriate taxes and statutory costs. As such the payment to the intermediary and your income resulting from this contract will be different".
Apr 15, 2026
Contractor
On behalf of DWP, we are looking for a Senior Product Manager for a 11 months Inside IR35 contract based Hybrid Leeds, Manchester, Birmingham, Newcastle The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is responsible for welfare, pensions, and child maintenance policy. As the UK's biggest public service department, it administers the State Pension and a range of working age, disability and ill health benefits to around 20 million claimants and customers. As such, we operate on a scale that is almost unmatched anywhere in Europe and most people in Britain come into contact with us at some point in their lives. Working with DWP, you will be helping us to drive our priorities to: . Help people to move into work and support those already in work to progress, with the aim of increasing overall workforce participation . Help people to plan and save for later life, while providing a safety net for those who need it now . Provide effective, efficient, and innovative services to the millions of claimants who rely on us every day, including the most vulnerable in society . Improve experience of our services while maximising value for money for the taxpayer. As a Senior Product Manager, your main responsibilities will be: Essential: . Own the vision for a complex large product or a portfolio of products, working with stakeholders to ensure strategic fit and engaging the development team to maintain alignment and buy in. . AI tooling experience would be a positive . Develop the product strategy and manage the product roadmap as well as prioritising the product backlog through a range of techniques to maximise value and return on investment . Identify and communicate user needs to the development and delivery team through the creation of backlog items (user stories) and representing users and other stakeholders at team meetings such as planning and review session. . Responsible for ensuring appropriate performance metrics and success measures are In place to meet the needs of the service so that outcomes can be tracked and achieved. . Manage, influence and negotiate with stakeholders, sometimes more senior and up to ministerial level, and communicate progress and achievements, championing the product within the department. . Lead product team, and ensure the product is developed to an appropriate level of quality taking into consideration expected lifetime, investment and timeframes. . Lead on and be accountable for the professional development of all Product Managers in your area. . Ensure the team is working towards the appropriate service standards as defined by Government Digital and Data (GDaD) Capability Framework and the internal assurance team, and provide coaching where needed to the product teams. . Be an active member of the Product Management Community, attending community sessions and supporting any associated community based activity . You will be expected to play a leadership role in the product community by contributing to, leading and building on the Practice work that ensures an effective professional community within the Practice continues to operate at its fullest potential. This includes leading events, educating and coaching community members, and taking the lead on recruitment activity. Please be aware that this role can only be worked within the UK and not Overseas. Disability Confident As a member of the Disability Confident Scheme, DWP guarantees to interview all candidates who have a disability and who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy. In cases where we have a high volume of candidates who have a disability who meet all the essential criteria, we will interview the best candidates from within that group. This scheme encourages candidates with a disability and/or neurodivergence to apply. In exceptional circumstances, we may also need to apply the desirable criteria in our shortlisting process which may include holding active security clearance. Armed Forces Covenant DWP guarantees to interview veterans or spouses/partners of military personnel who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy. In cases where we have a high volume of ex-military candidates/military spouses or partners, who meet all of the essential criteria, we will interview the best candidates from within that group. In exceptional circumstances, we may also need to apply the desirable criteria in our shortlisting process which may include holding active security clearance. In applying for this role, you acknowledge the following "this role falls in scope of the Off Payroll Working in the Public Sector legislation. Any rates of payment quoted will reflect the gross rate per day for the assignment and will be subject to appropriate taxes and statutory costs. As such the payment to the intermediary and your income resulting from this contract will be different".
Overview The AtkinsRéalis Infrastructure Project Delivery Practice (PDP) is the Centre of excellence for the delivery of infrastructure projects and combines the best in project management and design management to provide a full suite of services to clients in the public and private sectors. The team is responsible for delivery of design services across our markets of Water Infrastructure, Defence Infrastructure, Nuclear, Aviation, Energy, Rail (stations), and Urban Developments. We have an exciting vacancy within the Infrastructure PDP and are seeking an enthusiastic Engineering / Design Manager to join our North, Scotland, and Northern Ireland (NS&NI) practice, based from our Manchester office. This role offers an excellent opportunity for a talented person who want to take the next step in their career and take responsibility for projects from inception through to completion. You will be an established Engineering / Design Manager within the infrastructure sector, this role offers the chance to develop your career and expand your experiences across a wide range of exciting projects across varied markets. The position is likely to combine agile working from our NS&NI offices with time at client offices and sites. Our need to recruit comes from the success of our division and our pipeline and expected growth within the Northern regions across a variety of sectors, predominantly in Nuclear, Defence, Energy and Water to which this role is focused. A role within the Infrastructure PDP offers the opportunity to work on the full suite of projects AtkinsRéalis delivers, be it refurbishment and new build projects, nuclear new build, defence, water projects and many more, which will enable you to demonstrate and progress your project management skills, knowledge and experience. Your Role Responsible for authoring and maintenance of a robust Design Management Plan, drawing contribution from the discipline leads in accordance with governance processes. Contribute to the production and development of the Project Execution Plan. Ensure all discipline leads have contributed to the production and development of the project BIM Execution Plan appropriately. Ensure the implementation of an agreed platform for project collaboration is in place. Deliver the Basis of Design. Ensure Technical Quality Assurance/Control processes are in place. Develop, manage, and track the list of deliverables. Develop simple, effective technical delivery processes to improve the production of design deliverables to time/cost/quality. Ensure that all key design choices and requirements are clearly captured and documented through agreed tools or forms. Work collaboratively with the Project Manager and discipline leads in communicating with client stakeholders where additional scope is occurring. First point of contact to co-ordinate the resolution of technical issues. Host stakeholder meetings to ensure full involvement in the developed design process and that operational requirements are integrated into the design. Facilitate meeting actions and close out. Promote, motivate and mentor the multi-disciplinary design team. Provide multi-disciplinary linkage between the delivery teams. Ensure effective communications take place within the team, with proportionate use of Teams, in person workshops etc. Liaise regularly with the discipline for effectively managing resources and coordinate with the Project Manager. Provide input to annual performance reviews for multi-discipline staff within the team. Contribute to identification of commercial and technical risks. Ensure the scope and level of design information is executed. Agree programme and identification of key milestones and model release. Ensure commercial arrangements are coordinated with the teams, documented and instructed. Monitor resource requirements and ensure discipline leads have access to adequate and appropriate resource to deliver the project. Ensure delivery to programme and monitor/control budget for their designated part of the works. Actively seek additional workflows to increase revenue while working with the Project Manager to ensure that contract commercial coverage and programme adjustments have been agreed before the start of the project. Work collaboratively with the Project Manager to ensure change control process is in place. Requirements capture. Ensure assessment of technical competencies have practice sign off. Ensure multi-disciplinary compliance with the design brief and their contribution towards designated part of the works. Apply and reinforce standard designs and products across contracted work scope. Rigorously challenge the teams to drive efficiency in the design programmes. Convene regular cross-team technical meetings to ensure multi-disciplinary co-ordination and consistency of output across the project. Lead multi-disciplinary technical and CDM reviews for their designated part of the works. Ensure multi-disciplinary co-ordination of design and consistency of output for their designated part of the works. Ensure technical assurance is undertaken with necessary discipline sign off. Deliver design reviews, internally and to clients and project stakeholders. Maintain Configuration Control over the project. Review multi-disciplinary output from delivery teams for quality and consistency, providing sign-off within agreed Delegation of Authority (DoA).Awareness of sustainable design and Net Zero principles. About you Chartered Engineer or Architect or equivalent with demonstrable experience managing design, build and/or operate commissions on multi-disciplinary projects. Good knowledge of the fundamental concepts, principles and theories of system integration as applied to multi-discipline designs. Good understanding of management processes related to technical integration and associated analytical/investigative approaches. Infrastructure sector experience in delivering major projects. Experience with various forms of construction contract, i.e. NEC3 or 4.Self-motivated and able to work both independently and within a multi-discipline team. Familiar with BIM and understands 3D modelling tools for design and coordination purposes and the associated information attributes that are managed within the Model. Ability to recognise and adapt digital technologies to aid the design process. Customer focused with excellent client relationship management skills. A hard working and flexible individual, who is a team player, possesses great attention to detail, is reliable, proactive and shows initiative whilst able to keep cool under pressure and when working to often demanding deadlines. Ability to manage and motivate a team and demonstrate good leadership qualities. A supportive and encouraging approach to mentoring developing members of the team. Able to adapt to different cultures and working environments, building client relationships. Excellent interpersonal, organizational and communication skills both verbal and written. Be available to travel across the UK and work away from home on client sites if required. Reward & benefits Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive - at every stage of your life and your career. Enjoy competitive salaries, employee rewards and a brilliant range of benefits you can tailor to suit your own health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle choices. Make the most of a myriad of opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise. And combine our hybrid working culture and flexible holiday allowances to balance a great job and fulfilling personal life. Be rewarded. Find out more. About AtkinsRéalis We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people. Find out more. Additional information Security clearance This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. If this is necessary, it will be discussed with you at interview. The vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of residency in the UK of 5 years or longer. If applying to this role please do not make reference to (in conversation) or include in your application or CV, details of any current or previously held security clearance. We are committed to creating a culture where everyone feels that they belong - a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop to be the best we can be. So, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee resource groups to support all employees. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability.
Apr 15, 2026
Full time
Overview The AtkinsRéalis Infrastructure Project Delivery Practice (PDP) is the Centre of excellence for the delivery of infrastructure projects and combines the best in project management and design management to provide a full suite of services to clients in the public and private sectors. The team is responsible for delivery of design services across our markets of Water Infrastructure, Defence Infrastructure, Nuclear, Aviation, Energy, Rail (stations), and Urban Developments. We have an exciting vacancy within the Infrastructure PDP and are seeking an enthusiastic Engineering / Design Manager to join our North, Scotland, and Northern Ireland (NS&NI) practice, based from our Manchester office. This role offers an excellent opportunity for a talented person who want to take the next step in their career and take responsibility for projects from inception through to completion. You will be an established Engineering / Design Manager within the infrastructure sector, this role offers the chance to develop your career and expand your experiences across a wide range of exciting projects across varied markets. The position is likely to combine agile working from our NS&NI offices with time at client offices and sites. Our need to recruit comes from the success of our division and our pipeline and expected growth within the Northern regions across a variety of sectors, predominantly in Nuclear, Defence, Energy and Water to which this role is focused. A role within the Infrastructure PDP offers the opportunity to work on the full suite of projects AtkinsRéalis delivers, be it refurbishment and new build projects, nuclear new build, defence, water projects and many more, which will enable you to demonstrate and progress your project management skills, knowledge and experience. Your Role Responsible for authoring and maintenance of a robust Design Management Plan, drawing contribution from the discipline leads in accordance with governance processes. Contribute to the production and development of the Project Execution Plan. Ensure all discipline leads have contributed to the production and development of the project BIM Execution Plan appropriately. Ensure the implementation of an agreed platform for project collaboration is in place. Deliver the Basis of Design. Ensure Technical Quality Assurance/Control processes are in place. Develop, manage, and track the list of deliverables. Develop simple, effective technical delivery processes to improve the production of design deliverables to time/cost/quality. Ensure that all key design choices and requirements are clearly captured and documented through agreed tools or forms. Work collaboratively with the Project Manager and discipline leads in communicating with client stakeholders where additional scope is occurring. First point of contact to co-ordinate the resolution of technical issues. Host stakeholder meetings to ensure full involvement in the developed design process and that operational requirements are integrated into the design. Facilitate meeting actions and close out. Promote, motivate and mentor the multi-disciplinary design team. Provide multi-disciplinary linkage between the delivery teams. Ensure effective communications take place within the team, with proportionate use of Teams, in person workshops etc. Liaise regularly with the discipline for effectively managing resources and coordinate with the Project Manager. Provide input to annual performance reviews for multi-discipline staff within the team. Contribute to identification of commercial and technical risks. Ensure the scope and level of design information is executed. Agree programme and identification of key milestones and model release. Ensure commercial arrangements are coordinated with the teams, documented and instructed. Monitor resource requirements and ensure discipline leads have access to adequate and appropriate resource to deliver the project. Ensure delivery to programme and monitor/control budget for their designated part of the works. Actively seek additional workflows to increase revenue while working with the Project Manager to ensure that contract commercial coverage and programme adjustments have been agreed before the start of the project. Work collaboratively with the Project Manager to ensure change control process is in place. Requirements capture. Ensure assessment of technical competencies have practice sign off. Ensure multi-disciplinary compliance with the design brief and their contribution towards designated part of the works. Apply and reinforce standard designs and products across contracted work scope. Rigorously challenge the teams to drive efficiency in the design programmes. Convene regular cross-team technical meetings to ensure multi-disciplinary co-ordination and consistency of output across the project. Lead multi-disciplinary technical and CDM reviews for their designated part of the works. Ensure multi-disciplinary co-ordination of design and consistency of output for their designated part of the works. Ensure technical assurance is undertaken with necessary discipline sign off. Deliver design reviews, internally and to clients and project stakeholders. Maintain Configuration Control over the project. Review multi-disciplinary output from delivery teams for quality and consistency, providing sign-off within agreed Delegation of Authority (DoA).Awareness of sustainable design and Net Zero principles. About you Chartered Engineer or Architect or equivalent with demonstrable experience managing design, build and/or operate commissions on multi-disciplinary projects. Good knowledge of the fundamental concepts, principles and theories of system integration as applied to multi-discipline designs. Good understanding of management processes related to technical integration and associated analytical/investigative approaches. Infrastructure sector experience in delivering major projects. Experience with various forms of construction contract, i.e. NEC3 or 4.Self-motivated and able to work both independently and within a multi-discipline team. Familiar with BIM and understands 3D modelling tools for design and coordination purposes and the associated information attributes that are managed within the Model. Ability to recognise and adapt digital technologies to aid the design process. Customer focused with excellent client relationship management skills. A hard working and flexible individual, who is a team player, possesses great attention to detail, is reliable, proactive and shows initiative whilst able to keep cool under pressure and when working to often demanding deadlines. Ability to manage and motivate a team and demonstrate good leadership qualities. A supportive and encouraging approach to mentoring developing members of the team. Able to adapt to different cultures and working environments, building client relationships. Excellent interpersonal, organizational and communication skills both verbal and written. Be available to travel across the UK and work away from home on client sites if required. Reward & benefits Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive - at every stage of your life and your career. Enjoy competitive salaries, employee rewards and a brilliant range of benefits you can tailor to suit your own health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle choices. Make the most of a myriad of opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise. And combine our hybrid working culture and flexible holiday allowances to balance a great job and fulfilling personal life. Be rewarded. Find out more. About AtkinsRéalis We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people. Find out more. Additional information Security clearance This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. If this is necessary, it will be discussed with you at interview. The vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of residency in the UK of 5 years or longer. If applying to this role please do not make reference to (in conversation) or include in your application or CV, details of any current or previously held security clearance. We are committed to creating a culture where everyone feels that they belong - a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop to be the best we can be. So, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee resource groups to support all employees. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability.
Senior Security Advisor Location Egham Salary £43k-£45k The Opportunity An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a leading corporate security group who proudly holding NSI Gold and SIA ACS accreditations, along with compliance to ISO 9001 and key British Standards (BS 7499, 10800, 7984-1/3) Their services include keyholding, alarm response, mobile patrols, unlock/lock routines, static guarding, and control room operations. What You ll Be Doing Their long-standing external security consultant moves on, they are now seeking a dedicated in-house Senior Security Adviser to oversee their security operations with a particular focus on operations, compliance and billing. Overseeing mobile security services, manned guarding, and control room operations Be part of the out of hours duty management roster. Be responsible for team management, support team development, service provider management, workload planning, monitoring and quality assurance Drive proactive, positive change Create and update company systems, processes. policies and procedures About You This senior role is ideal for an experienced professional from the security industry who brings a strong understanding of codes of practice, compliance standards, and operational excellence. Hold a valid and active SIA licence (SG, DS, or CP); a CCTV licence is also advantageous Possess a full UK manual driving licence Have a minimum of 3 years experience as a proactive, hands-on Operational Security Manager Demonstrate proven leadership experience, Be capable of reviewing and assessing service agreements, including those from third-party security providers for labour provision. Be experienced in driving proactive, positive change within a security operations environment Have a track record of creating and updating company systems, processes. policies and procedures Possess in-depth knowledge of ISO 9001, SIA ACS, and relevant British Standards (BS 7499, 10800, 7984-1/3) Be highly organised, with strong experience in planning, implementation, and operational execution Have solid experience with mobile security services, manned guarding, and control room operations Communicate effectively, both in writing and verbally, with excellent interpersonal skills Be proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel) and familiar with staff rostering systems Demonstrate a high level of attention to detail, with the ability to manage deadlines and work well under pressure Exhibit strong leadership capabilities, with the ability to inspire and support team development Be proactive, flexible, enthusiastic, and open to ongoing learning and development Be available to ensure contract compliance Be available to cover out-of-hours duty management responsibilities as rostered The ideal candidate would need to live within 40 minutes travelling time of Egham. This relates to the need to react to emergency call outs at short notice and out of hours. We do try to reply to each application personally, however as you can appreciate, we receive a high number of applications for each role we handle and it is not always possible to do this. Therefore, if we do not contact you within seven days your application for this particular role has not been successful. However, we have retained your CV and we will advise you of future roles that may be of interest. Fairford Associates operates as an Employment Agency introducing work-seekers to client employers for direct employment by those employers.
Apr 15, 2026
Full time
Senior Security Advisor Location Egham Salary £43k-£45k The Opportunity An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a leading corporate security group who proudly holding NSI Gold and SIA ACS accreditations, along with compliance to ISO 9001 and key British Standards (BS 7499, 10800, 7984-1/3) Their services include keyholding, alarm response, mobile patrols, unlock/lock routines, static guarding, and control room operations. What You ll Be Doing Their long-standing external security consultant moves on, they are now seeking a dedicated in-house Senior Security Adviser to oversee their security operations with a particular focus on operations, compliance and billing. Overseeing mobile security services, manned guarding, and control room operations Be part of the out of hours duty management roster. Be responsible for team management, support team development, service provider management, workload planning, monitoring and quality assurance Drive proactive, positive change Create and update company systems, processes. policies and procedures About You This senior role is ideal for an experienced professional from the security industry who brings a strong understanding of codes of practice, compliance standards, and operational excellence. Hold a valid and active SIA licence (SG, DS, or CP); a CCTV licence is also advantageous Possess a full UK manual driving licence Have a minimum of 3 years experience as a proactive, hands-on Operational Security Manager Demonstrate proven leadership experience, Be capable of reviewing and assessing service agreements, including those from third-party security providers for labour provision. Be experienced in driving proactive, positive change within a security operations environment Have a track record of creating and updating company systems, processes. policies and procedures Possess in-depth knowledge of ISO 9001, SIA ACS, and relevant British Standards (BS 7499, 10800, 7984-1/3) Be highly organised, with strong experience in planning, implementation, and operational execution Have solid experience with mobile security services, manned guarding, and control room operations Communicate effectively, both in writing and verbally, with excellent interpersonal skills Be proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel) and familiar with staff rostering systems Demonstrate a high level of attention to detail, with the ability to manage deadlines and work well under pressure Exhibit strong leadership capabilities, with the ability to inspire and support team development Be proactive, flexible, enthusiastic, and open to ongoing learning and development Be available to ensure contract compliance Be available to cover out-of-hours duty management responsibilities as rostered The ideal candidate would need to live within 40 minutes travelling time of Egham. This relates to the need to react to emergency call outs at short notice and out of hours. We do try to reply to each application personally, however as you can appreciate, we receive a high number of applications for each role we handle and it is not always possible to do this. Therefore, if we do not contact you within seven days your application for this particular role has not been successful. However, we have retained your CV and we will advise you of future roles that may be of interest. Fairford Associates operates as an Employment Agency introducing work-seekers to client employers for direct employment by those employers.
Annual salary: up to £44,232.00 Site Manager Location: Islington Contract: Full Time, Permanent Salary up to £44,232 per annum, plus, company van or car allowance 42.5 hours per week Monday - Friday "A desire to make a positive difference wherever we operate has always been at the heart of our business. It was 30 years ago when we were a small maintenance contractor with a single van; and it still is now we are a truly national company". About the Role As a Site Manager you will be working within the social housing background, providing a stable and profitable contract, delivering excellent service and support through our local teams, who understand the importance of working together for the local community you will be supporting high standard Site Management activities for Planned Works Programmes to Housing properties, delivering best in class customer service, and satisfying all safety, quality, and cost control standards Role Responsibilities Manage the day-to-day operational delivery of planned work/s contract and all associated staff and ensuring contractual KPI's targets are achieved and maintained Managing internal and external works to include wall cavity insulation, new windows, doors, storage heaters and roofing to include scaffolding within properties, tower blocks and working at heights Manage and monitor work programme progression and completion via ongoing site visits to ensure works are adequately resourced, being effectively delivered to set quality standard and completed on time and within budget Management of employees and sub-contractors, ensuring compliance and adherence to H&S regulations, Mears standard operating procedures & values, quality assurance accreditations, CDM and the company's commitment to best practice with legislation, codes of & good working practices relevant to all work activities Provide quotations for work, manage costs during work, ensure final accounts are completed accurately and to budget and information input is timely and accurate in support of this Carry out onsite inspections, undertake investigations, enquiries, prepare reports and offer solutions maintaining continuous improvement Liaising with Design Teams, Client Representatives and Consultants Provide good management of employees' performance, ensuring HR Policies & Procedures are followed Ensure the customer experience is central to all activities by adopting a professional manner when communicating with all stakeholders, this includes but is not limited to appearance, company ID, maintaining a high standard of Health & Safety requirements Follow and support policies, procedures, initiatives, and work instructions at all times and keep all supplied company assets in a good condition in line with the company policies, reporting to your manager where damages occur Undertake any other duties as required by the company, provide back up to other site managers to cover any absences and attend informal and formal company & client meetings and training sessions as required Role Criteria Experience in the above role responsibilities SMSTS qualification Asbestos Awareness First aid at work Social housing refurbishment experience UK Full Driving License Knowledge of housing improvements measured term contracts and Schedule of Rates Managing, monitoring, recording, and reporting of Health & Safety and compliance Experience of managing sub-contractors Health & Safety knowledge, including COSHH Strong customer focus Problem solving & results orientated Ability to negotiate and influence IT literate with confident oral and written communication skills Thorough knowledge of CDM requirements Knowledge of SOR's Benefits we can offer you 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays Annual Mears Fun Day - Our annual Fun Day is organised as a massive thank you from the Executive team for all the hard work! Volunteering Leave - Mears supports employees to undertake paid volunteering in the community, in support of our social value commitment Staff perks with Mears Rewards - discounts of up to 10% weekly groceries, holidays, eye test vouchers, Share save scheme, plus much more Family friendly policies Company van or car allowance All our roles require candidates to have the entitlement to work within the UK, Mears does not currently offer visa sponsorship. To drive a Mears vehicle, you must be aged over 21 have held your licence over 3 months and have less than 9 points. Candidates should be aware that all our roles are subject to relevant Background, Identity & Security checks before commencement of employment. Required Qualifications SMSTS or CIOB, CISRS basic scaffold Apply below or to discuss your application further; contact: Laura Bourne () If you need any help with your application process, we are here to support you. We will be accessible every step of the way. At Mears Group, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone can thrive, we are a Disability Confident employer, valuing individuality and ensuring equal opportunities for all. We proudly support the Armed Forces Covenant and are honoured to have achieved the Gold Award in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) to coincide with this, we hold an Endorser Award for the Career Transition Partnership, recognising our commitment to veterans transitioning into civilian careers. In our continued effort to promote social mobility, we invite applicants to voluntarily share their background information during the application stages to help us better understand the diverse experiences of our candidates. This is to ensure we are committed to improving social mobility. We use the Social Mobility Index to assess and enhance opportunities for individuals from diverse backgrounds. These questions are optional and will not impact your ability to apply.
Apr 15, 2026
Full time
Annual salary: up to £44,232.00 Site Manager Location: Islington Contract: Full Time, Permanent Salary up to £44,232 per annum, plus, company van or car allowance 42.5 hours per week Monday - Friday "A desire to make a positive difference wherever we operate has always been at the heart of our business. It was 30 years ago when we were a small maintenance contractor with a single van; and it still is now we are a truly national company". About the Role As a Site Manager you will be working within the social housing background, providing a stable and profitable contract, delivering excellent service and support through our local teams, who understand the importance of working together for the local community you will be supporting high standard Site Management activities for Planned Works Programmes to Housing properties, delivering best in class customer service, and satisfying all safety, quality, and cost control standards Role Responsibilities Manage the day-to-day operational delivery of planned work/s contract and all associated staff and ensuring contractual KPI's targets are achieved and maintained Managing internal and external works to include wall cavity insulation, new windows, doors, storage heaters and roofing to include scaffolding within properties, tower blocks and working at heights Manage and monitor work programme progression and completion via ongoing site visits to ensure works are adequately resourced, being effectively delivered to set quality standard and completed on time and within budget Management of employees and sub-contractors, ensuring compliance and adherence to H&S regulations, Mears standard operating procedures & values, quality assurance accreditations, CDM and the company's commitment to best practice with legislation, codes of & good working practices relevant to all work activities Provide quotations for work, manage costs during work, ensure final accounts are completed accurately and to budget and information input is timely and accurate in support of this Carry out onsite inspections, undertake investigations, enquiries, prepare reports and offer solutions maintaining continuous improvement Liaising with Design Teams, Client Representatives and Consultants Provide good management of employees' performance, ensuring HR Policies & Procedures are followed Ensure the customer experience is central to all activities by adopting a professional manner when communicating with all stakeholders, this includes but is not limited to appearance, company ID, maintaining a high standard of Health & Safety requirements Follow and support policies, procedures, initiatives, and work instructions at all times and keep all supplied company assets in a good condition in line with the company policies, reporting to your manager where damages occur Undertake any other duties as required by the company, provide back up to other site managers to cover any absences and attend informal and formal company & client meetings and training sessions as required Role Criteria Experience in the above role responsibilities SMSTS qualification Asbestos Awareness First aid at work Social housing refurbishment experience UK Full Driving License Knowledge of housing improvements measured term contracts and Schedule of Rates Managing, monitoring, recording, and reporting of Health & Safety and compliance Experience of managing sub-contractors Health & Safety knowledge, including COSHH Strong customer focus Problem solving & results orientated Ability to negotiate and influence IT literate with confident oral and written communication skills Thorough knowledge of CDM requirements Knowledge of SOR's Benefits we can offer you 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays Annual Mears Fun Day - Our annual Fun Day is organised as a massive thank you from the Executive team for all the hard work! Volunteering Leave - Mears supports employees to undertake paid volunteering in the community, in support of our social value commitment Staff perks with Mears Rewards - discounts of up to 10% weekly groceries, holidays, eye test vouchers, Share save scheme, plus much more Family friendly policies Company van or car allowance All our roles require candidates to have the entitlement to work within the UK, Mears does not currently offer visa sponsorship. To drive a Mears vehicle, you must be aged over 21 have held your licence over 3 months and have less than 9 points. Candidates should be aware that all our roles are subject to relevant Background, Identity & Security checks before commencement of employment. Required Qualifications SMSTS or CIOB, CISRS basic scaffold Apply below or to discuss your application further; contact: Laura Bourne () If you need any help with your application process, we are here to support you. We will be accessible every step of the way. At Mears Group, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone can thrive, we are a Disability Confident employer, valuing individuality and ensuring equal opportunities for all. We proudly support the Armed Forces Covenant and are honoured to have achieved the Gold Award in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) to coincide with this, we hold an Endorser Award for the Career Transition Partnership, recognising our commitment to veterans transitioning into civilian careers. In our continued effort to promote social mobility, we invite applicants to voluntarily share their background information during the application stages to help us better understand the diverse experiences of our candidates. This is to ensure we are committed to improving social mobility. We use the Social Mobility Index to assess and enhance opportunities for individuals from diverse backgrounds. These questions are optional and will not impact your ability to apply.
We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated individual to join the Quality Assurance team in Bolton, providing support to both the Manufacturing and Supply Chain teams. Salary: Circa £60,000 depending on experience Dynamic (hybrid) working: 3-4 days per week on-site due to workload classification Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship. Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team. What we can offer you: Company Bonus: Bonus of up to 21% of base salary Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave -enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more Healthcare Cash Plan: The Healthcare Cash Plan benefit provides the option to claim cash back on everyday healthcare expenses such as optical, dental, health and wellbeing and more . The opportunity? Are you a Quality professional with a passion for problem solving? Working with our Manufacturing & Supply Chain teams you will lead the Quality Assurance activities on one of our complex Weapon System production lines, thereby supporting delivery of UK strategic defence needs. Co-ordinate delivery of the Quality Assurance activities across the Manufacturing Business Units to reduce production programme quality risks. Timely resolution of production line issues, by leading multi-functional teams through application of industry standard problem solving tools and techniques. Lead delivery of assurance activities associated with industrialisation of our production lines. Identify and mitigate production risks through implementation of PFMEA's, Control Plans, Special Process validation, etc. Lead Project Manufacturing Non-Conformance Panels, escalating critical issues to senior management. Ensure implementation of any Project specific non-conformance processes within manufacturing. Conduct non-conformance data analysis to identify trends, root causes and opportunities for improvement. Primary interface to Customer for project contractual deliverables out of our Bolton production facility. Additional role responsibilities: Support the Project team in developing cost effective project planning to assist in on time delivery of all contractual deliverables, whilst meeting MBDA policy and process. Collaborate with the engineering and manufacturing teams to optimise the manufacturing processes. Support the delivery of Product Life Cycle Gate reviews, providing assurance of deliverables and ensuring timely closure of actions. Provide Quality reporting into Project, Manufacturing and Functional Programme Reviews. Drive the Quality culture within the Manufacturing domain to ensure continuous improvement and delivery of the quality strategy and risk assessments. Certify and release product to our customer in accordance with the contractual requirements. What we're looking for from you: Preferably degree educated, or substantial experience in Quality Management Practitioner of current QA problem solving methods (8D, Six Sigma, DMAIC, etc.) Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office packages (PowerPoint, Word and Excel) Excellent interpersonal skills are essential and able to influence others in a collaborative way. Highly self-motivated, and demonstrate a determination and persistence to deliver results despite obstacles and setbacks. Position is based at our Bolton site, but will require provision of support at our other MBDA sites. Some travel (both UK and international) maybe required. What's in it for you? The role provides an exciting opportunity to work in a high technology environment ranging from the manufacture of CCA assemblies through to live build of Weapon Systems. What's great about the team? Join a collaborative and supportive team who work together to contribute to a shared ambition to deliver for our Armed Forces and preserve the company's reputation as the leading provider of Missile and Weapon Systems. Achieve all this while maintaining your work/life balance Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom. We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability and more We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process. Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information.
Apr 15, 2026
Full time
We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated individual to join the Quality Assurance team in Bolton, providing support to both the Manufacturing and Supply Chain teams. Salary: Circa £60,000 depending on experience Dynamic (hybrid) working: 3-4 days per week on-site due to workload classification Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship. Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team. What we can offer you: Company Bonus: Bonus of up to 21% of base salary Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave -enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more Healthcare Cash Plan: The Healthcare Cash Plan benefit provides the option to claim cash back on everyday healthcare expenses such as optical, dental, health and wellbeing and more . The opportunity? Are you a Quality professional with a passion for problem solving? Working with our Manufacturing & Supply Chain teams you will lead the Quality Assurance activities on one of our complex Weapon System production lines, thereby supporting delivery of UK strategic defence needs. Co-ordinate delivery of the Quality Assurance activities across the Manufacturing Business Units to reduce production programme quality risks. Timely resolution of production line issues, by leading multi-functional teams through application of industry standard problem solving tools and techniques. Lead delivery of assurance activities associated with industrialisation of our production lines. Identify and mitigate production risks through implementation of PFMEA's, Control Plans, Special Process validation, etc. Lead Project Manufacturing Non-Conformance Panels, escalating critical issues to senior management. Ensure implementation of any Project specific non-conformance processes within manufacturing. Conduct non-conformance data analysis to identify trends, root causes and opportunities for improvement. Primary interface to Customer for project contractual deliverables out of our Bolton production facility. Additional role responsibilities: Support the Project team in developing cost effective project planning to assist in on time delivery of all contractual deliverables, whilst meeting MBDA policy and process. Collaborate with the engineering and manufacturing teams to optimise the manufacturing processes. Support the delivery of Product Life Cycle Gate reviews, providing assurance of deliverables and ensuring timely closure of actions. Provide Quality reporting into Project, Manufacturing and Functional Programme Reviews. Drive the Quality culture within the Manufacturing domain to ensure continuous improvement and delivery of the quality strategy and risk assessments. Certify and release product to our customer in accordance with the contractual requirements. What we're looking for from you: Preferably degree educated, or substantial experience in Quality Management Practitioner of current QA problem solving methods (8D, Six Sigma, DMAIC, etc.) Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office packages (PowerPoint, Word and Excel) Excellent interpersonal skills are essential and able to influence others in a collaborative way. Highly self-motivated, and demonstrate a determination and persistence to deliver results despite obstacles and setbacks. Position is based at our Bolton site, but will require provision of support at our other MBDA sites. Some travel (both UK and international) maybe required. What's in it for you? The role provides an exciting opportunity to work in a high technology environment ranging from the manufacture of CCA assemblies through to live build of Weapon Systems. What's great about the team? Join a collaborative and supportive team who work together to contribute to a shared ambition to deliver for our Armed Forces and preserve the company's reputation as the leading provider of Missile and Weapon Systems. Achieve all this while maintaining your work/life balance Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom. We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability and more We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process. Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information.
Key Purpose of Post To support all areas of work within the remit of the Strategic Contract Manager by providing support to the delivery of all the strategic contract management services provided across the Council which will include, but is not limited to, the preparation of data, information and reports. Acting as a point of contact for communications across the wider Procurement Service and Council. Main Responsibilities Effective and efficient administration of contract management activities. Liaising with all stakeholders to ensure communication and governance processes, payment, performance and benefit realisation monitoring, and the initiation of remedial/improvement activity are executed properly, enabling reporting that the corporate contracts are on track to deliver the commissioned/procured goods and services To add value through procurement and deliver contract compliance in all contracting activity. The purpose is to improve cost effective supply arrangements, whilst maintaining customer service levels and compliance to Public Contracts Regulations and the Council's Financial and Contract Standing Orders and Procurement Strategy. To support the provision, and grow the current use of fit for purpose electronic tendering systems including e-catalogues and e-auctions, and information to support high quality procurement, supplier management and category management. To participate in 'future thinking' and the development of e-systems and e-processes that will drive forward increased efficiency and greater value for money from the Council's procurement activities. Support contract managers across the Council in all aspects of day to day contract management ensuring the set up and maintenance of the administrative arrangements for effective and efficient contract management are complied with, including stakeholder communication, governance, performance monitoring arrangements, payments and file/records management Conduct contractual monitoring, identifying and initiating remedies for data quality issues to support the provision of assurance of service delivery in line with strategy and contract and report on compliance and delivery performance Ensure all council policies and procedures and contract mechanisms are properly applied by the Strategic Contract Management Team, delivery units and delivery partnersDevelop effective relationships with the delivery units and delivery partners. Maintain accurate and up to date logs of issues, risks, change controls, actions and meeting minutes, ensure that actions are followed up in a timely fashion To contribute to the development of contract management manuals where appropriate. Ensure payments are accurate and reflect agreed performance/payment mechanisms Work collaboratively with colleagues across the Procurement Service to ensure a consistent commercial approach is taken, interdependencies are managed effectively, and a rich understanding of performance is developed. Undertake research into best practice contract management and the outcomes achieved by others to support benchmarking and apply lessons learned to improve the Council's contracting arrangements Ensure that the needs of customers and outcomes for service users drive contract management activity, and that customer feedback is sought and used as part of the contract management processes. Assist contract managers to intervene, analyse, manage and resolve business conflicts with delivery units and partners. Assist procurement professionals, where appropriate, with procurement projects supporting the development tender of documentation and evaluation procedures and other associated processes. To ensure compliance with all relevant standards including all financial regulations, Contracts Standing Orders, as well as European and UK procurement and other relevant legislation pertinent to contracts in the public sector, e.g.,IR35 legislation. Relevant professional qualifications requirement CIPS Level 4 Diploma Guidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Apr 15, 2026
Contractor
Key Purpose of Post To support all areas of work within the remit of the Strategic Contract Manager by providing support to the delivery of all the strategic contract management services provided across the Council which will include, but is not limited to, the preparation of data, information and reports. Acting as a point of contact for communications across the wider Procurement Service and Council. Main Responsibilities Effective and efficient administration of contract management activities. Liaising with all stakeholders to ensure communication and governance processes, payment, performance and benefit realisation monitoring, and the initiation of remedial/improvement activity are executed properly, enabling reporting that the corporate contracts are on track to deliver the commissioned/procured goods and services To add value through procurement and deliver contract compliance in all contracting activity. The purpose is to improve cost effective supply arrangements, whilst maintaining customer service levels and compliance to Public Contracts Regulations and the Council's Financial and Contract Standing Orders and Procurement Strategy. To support the provision, and grow the current use of fit for purpose electronic tendering systems including e-catalogues and e-auctions, and information to support high quality procurement, supplier management and category management. To participate in 'future thinking' and the development of e-systems and e-processes that will drive forward increased efficiency and greater value for money from the Council's procurement activities. Support contract managers across the Council in all aspects of day to day contract management ensuring the set up and maintenance of the administrative arrangements for effective and efficient contract management are complied with, including stakeholder communication, governance, performance monitoring arrangements, payments and file/records management Conduct contractual monitoring, identifying and initiating remedies for data quality issues to support the provision of assurance of service delivery in line with strategy and contract and report on compliance and delivery performance Ensure all council policies and procedures and contract mechanisms are properly applied by the Strategic Contract Management Team, delivery units and delivery partnersDevelop effective relationships with the delivery units and delivery partners. Maintain accurate and up to date logs of issues, risks, change controls, actions and meeting minutes, ensure that actions are followed up in a timely fashion To contribute to the development of contract management manuals where appropriate. Ensure payments are accurate and reflect agreed performance/payment mechanisms Work collaboratively with colleagues across the Procurement Service to ensure a consistent commercial approach is taken, interdependencies are managed effectively, and a rich understanding of performance is developed. Undertake research into best practice contract management and the outcomes achieved by others to support benchmarking and apply lessons learned to improve the Council's contracting arrangements Ensure that the needs of customers and outcomes for service users drive contract management activity, and that customer feedback is sought and used as part of the contract management processes. Assist contract managers to intervene, analyse, manage and resolve business conflicts with delivery units and partners. Assist procurement professionals, where appropriate, with procurement projects supporting the development tender of documentation and evaluation procedures and other associated processes. To ensure compliance with all relevant standards including all financial regulations, Contracts Standing Orders, as well as European and UK procurement and other relevant legislation pertinent to contracts in the public sector, e.g.,IR35 legislation. Relevant professional qualifications requirement CIPS Level 4 Diploma Guidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Probate Lawyer Senior Associate Personal Estate Manager Salary: £40,000 £62,500 per annum Start Date: Flexible We are open to remote, hybrid and flexible working applications. Our office is in Bristol. About Us At Kings Court Trust, we occupy a unique, privileged position. We are called upon at a sensitive time when families are going through the stages of grief, but there is an acceptance that certain realities need to be addressed. Our Purpose To support families through bereavement with expert guidance and genuine compassion, making a complex process feel manageable and human. What you ll be doing: Manage and progress a case load of mostly taxable estate administration cases. Take ownership of all technical tasks required to progress a case. Manage all client communication and correspondence. Draft interim and final estate accounts. Support the coaching, development and mentoring of junior colleagues. Collaborate across teams to ensure a seamless client experience. Contribute to continuous improvement and innovation in how we work. What we re looking for Qualifications are desirable but not essential. We are looking for individuals with some of the following experience: 5 years experience of end-to-end estate administration and probate. STEP / TEP Qualification (or working towards). Qualified Solicitor (desirable). CILEX Qualified (desirable). The type of person you ll be: A Strong communicator clear, empathetic, and confident. A proactive, solutions-focused individual. Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team whether in the office or working remotely. Vast experience in probate, legal services, or estate administration. A passion for making a difference in people s lives at a time when they really need you. What we can offer you We believe in rewarding great work. For this role we offer the following benefits: Up to £62,500 per annum Quarterly Bonus / Scheme 25 days plus bank holidays, increasing annually to 30 Health Cash Plan Cash back for Dental, optical, and other treatments Employee discounts across a range of products and services Variety of salary sacrifice benefits such as tech vouchers, dental and holiday buy Company pension scheme matching up to 5% Income protection insurance Life assurance policy Enhanced family leave (upon completion of probation) Cycle to work scheme Employee Assistance Programme Why join us: A supportive, people-first culture. Opportunities for growth and development. A chance to make a real impact during life s most challenging times. Hybrid and flexible working options to suit your needs. Where you ll be working: Our office based at Spectrum House, Bond Street, Bristol, BS1 3LG From home Hybrid Hiring process what to expect We like to keep things clear and straightforward. Here s what you can expect: Application review We review applications on a rolling basis and will contact you when shortlisted. Initial chat A short call to get to know you better. There will be some element of competency here, but we aim for it to be more conversational (30mins). Interview This is your competency-based interview with our Operations Director and Legal Services Director (up to 60mins). Task A chance to show us how your technical competence. Feedback We will contact you following your interview, typically within 1 week. Support We want everyone to feel comfortable and confident throughout our hiring process. If you have a medical condition or need any adjustments, whether that s for an interview or any part of the process, please let us know. We re happy to have a conversation about how we can best support you. Ready to apply If Kings Court Trust sounds like the kind of place where you d thrive, we d love to hear from you. Apply now and help us shape the future of estate administration. Equality, Diversity and Inclusion At Kings Court Trust, we re committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome, respected, and able to thrive. We believe in equal opportunities for all and ensure that every hiring decision is based on merit, skills, and experience nothing else. We re proud to foster an inclusive environment where individuality is celebrated and diverse perspectives are valued across everything we do. By applying for this role, you re sharing your information with Kings Court Trust. We take your privacy seriously. To understand how we handle your data, please read our Privacy Policy, available on our website.
Apr 15, 2026
Full time
Probate Lawyer Senior Associate Personal Estate Manager Salary: £40,000 £62,500 per annum Start Date: Flexible We are open to remote, hybrid and flexible working applications. Our office is in Bristol. About Us At Kings Court Trust, we occupy a unique, privileged position. We are called upon at a sensitive time when families are going through the stages of grief, but there is an acceptance that certain realities need to be addressed. Our Purpose To support families through bereavement with expert guidance and genuine compassion, making a complex process feel manageable and human. What you ll be doing: Manage and progress a case load of mostly taxable estate administration cases. Take ownership of all technical tasks required to progress a case. Manage all client communication and correspondence. Draft interim and final estate accounts. Support the coaching, development and mentoring of junior colleagues. Collaborate across teams to ensure a seamless client experience. Contribute to continuous improvement and innovation in how we work. What we re looking for Qualifications are desirable but not essential. We are looking for individuals with some of the following experience: 5 years experience of end-to-end estate administration and probate. STEP / TEP Qualification (or working towards). Qualified Solicitor (desirable). CILEX Qualified (desirable). The type of person you ll be: A Strong communicator clear, empathetic, and confident. A proactive, solutions-focused individual. Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team whether in the office or working remotely. Vast experience in probate, legal services, or estate administration. A passion for making a difference in people s lives at a time when they really need you. What we can offer you We believe in rewarding great work. For this role we offer the following benefits: Up to £62,500 per annum Quarterly Bonus / Scheme 25 days plus bank holidays, increasing annually to 30 Health Cash Plan Cash back for Dental, optical, and other treatments Employee discounts across a range of products and services Variety of salary sacrifice benefits such as tech vouchers, dental and holiday buy Company pension scheme matching up to 5% Income protection insurance Life assurance policy Enhanced family leave (upon completion of probation) Cycle to work scheme Employee Assistance Programme Why join us: A supportive, people-first culture. Opportunities for growth and development. A chance to make a real impact during life s most challenging times. Hybrid and flexible working options to suit your needs. Where you ll be working: Our office based at Spectrum House, Bond Street, Bristol, BS1 3LG From home Hybrid Hiring process what to expect We like to keep things clear and straightforward. Here s what you can expect: Application review We review applications on a rolling basis and will contact you when shortlisted. Initial chat A short call to get to know you better. There will be some element of competency here, but we aim for it to be more conversational (30mins). Interview This is your competency-based interview with our Operations Director and Legal Services Director (up to 60mins). Task A chance to show us how your technical competence. Feedback We will contact you following your interview, typically within 1 week. Support We want everyone to feel comfortable and confident throughout our hiring process. If you have a medical condition or need any adjustments, whether that s for an interview or any part of the process, please let us know. We re happy to have a conversation about how we can best support you. Ready to apply If Kings Court Trust sounds like the kind of place where you d thrive, we d love to hear from you. Apply now and help us shape the future of estate administration. Equality, Diversity and Inclusion At Kings Court Trust, we re committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome, respected, and able to thrive. We believe in equal opportunities for all and ensure that every hiring decision is based on merit, skills, and experience nothing else. We re proud to foster an inclusive environment where individuality is celebrated and diverse perspectives are valued across everything we do. By applying for this role, you re sharing your information with Kings Court Trust. We take your privacy seriously. To understand how we handle your data, please read our Privacy Policy, available on our website.
Our client is a successful and well-established manufacturer. They are looking for a Compliance Manager to take responsibilty for Safety, Health, Environmental and Quality compliance on a permanent basis. Your main responsibilities will include ensuring products and services are manufactured and delivered effectively, efficiently, on-time, to specification, and in a cost-effective manner. This role will include full responsibility for ISO9001 programme/quality control functions; Health & Safety, all weld metallurgy in the manufacture of the company s products. PLEASE ONLY APPLY IF YOU MEET THE FOLLOWING CRITERIA: You have experience of working extensively with Metals / Metallurgy. You are NEBOSH and/or IOSH qualified. You have experience of working to ISO9001. You have experience of managing people/have had direct reports to manage. You have experience of working with both Health & Safety and Quality Assurance within a manufacturing environment (preferably for a metal product manufacturing company, or industrial products). Salary: Up to £53,000 depending on experience. Hours of work: Monday to Thursday 8.00am - 5.00pm, Friday 8.00am 1.00pm. Duties: To assume head departmental responsibility for ISO9001, Health and Safety and Metallurgy functions on site. Manage the business to ensure the ISO9001:2015 accreditation is maintained. Manage all aspects of goods inwards, in process and final quality inspection within the business to support manufacturing output in line with the Financial budget, To contribute with the completion of supplier/internal reject quality documentation and completion of associated Performance Improvement reports (PIR s). Manage all internal rework identification and issuing including methods to ensure it is completed in the most expedient and cost effective manner possible. Manage Customer complaints by understanding the issues, addressing the corrective action and ensuring the customer is communicated to throughout the process. Manage in house inspection resources to support the achievement of the company s customer service deadlines and OTIF delivery targets. Manage the annual calibration and recording of all measuring equipment for manufacturing and quality control. To ensure that any accidents/near misses are investigated thoroughly and within the associated timeframe resulting in corrective actions being in place with the manufacturing team. Review and update Risk assessments and Method statements to underpin the training matrices for all employees to ensure all employees have received adequate training to perform tasks and run machines with supporting signed RAMS documentation. To develop and produce internal Welding procedure specification (WPS). To ensure that all manufacturing is QC checked in line with current ISO Work Instructions. Manage the metallurgical and laboratory functions to ensure plate manufacturing is controlled within the business from a quality and productivity perspective. To adapt and to take on board any future requests or tasks as reasonably requested from time to time. This role would suit someone with experience in both Quality and Health & Safety at a manufacturer, roles such as; Health & Safety Quality Advisor / SHEQ Manager / SHEQ Supervisor / HSQE Manager / HSEQ Manager / QHSE Manager / Health Safety and Environmental Advisor / H&S Co-ordinator / HSE Officer / Health Safety and Environmental Advisor / Quality Assurance Manager / Quality Controller / QC Manager / QA Manager / QC Manager / QC Manager / HSE Manager / QESH Manager / Health & Safety Lead / etc.
Apr 15, 2026
Full time
Our client is a successful and well-established manufacturer. They are looking for a Compliance Manager to take responsibilty for Safety, Health, Environmental and Quality compliance on a permanent basis. Your main responsibilities will include ensuring products and services are manufactured and delivered effectively, efficiently, on-time, to specification, and in a cost-effective manner. This role will include full responsibility for ISO9001 programme/quality control functions; Health & Safety, all weld metallurgy in the manufacture of the company s products. PLEASE ONLY APPLY IF YOU MEET THE FOLLOWING CRITERIA: You have experience of working extensively with Metals / Metallurgy. You are NEBOSH and/or IOSH qualified. You have experience of working to ISO9001. You have experience of managing people/have had direct reports to manage. You have experience of working with both Health & Safety and Quality Assurance within a manufacturing environment (preferably for a metal product manufacturing company, or industrial products). Salary: Up to £53,000 depending on experience. Hours of work: Monday to Thursday 8.00am - 5.00pm, Friday 8.00am 1.00pm. Duties: To assume head departmental responsibility for ISO9001, Health and Safety and Metallurgy functions on site. Manage the business to ensure the ISO9001:2015 accreditation is maintained. Manage all aspects of goods inwards, in process and final quality inspection within the business to support manufacturing output in line with the Financial budget, To contribute with the completion of supplier/internal reject quality documentation and completion of associated Performance Improvement reports (PIR s). Manage all internal rework identification and issuing including methods to ensure it is completed in the most expedient and cost effective manner possible. Manage Customer complaints by understanding the issues, addressing the corrective action and ensuring the customer is communicated to throughout the process. Manage in house inspection resources to support the achievement of the company s customer service deadlines and OTIF delivery targets. Manage the annual calibration and recording of all measuring equipment for manufacturing and quality control. To ensure that any accidents/near misses are investigated thoroughly and within the associated timeframe resulting in corrective actions being in place with the manufacturing team. Review and update Risk assessments and Method statements to underpin the training matrices for all employees to ensure all employees have received adequate training to perform tasks and run machines with supporting signed RAMS documentation. To develop and produce internal Welding procedure specification (WPS). To ensure that all manufacturing is QC checked in line with current ISO Work Instructions. Manage the metallurgical and laboratory functions to ensure plate manufacturing is controlled within the business from a quality and productivity perspective. To adapt and to take on board any future requests or tasks as reasonably requested from time to time. This role would suit someone with experience in both Quality and Health & Safety at a manufacturer, roles such as; Health & Safety Quality Advisor / SHEQ Manager / SHEQ Supervisor / HSQE Manager / HSEQ Manager / QHSE Manager / Health Safety and Environmental Advisor / H&S Co-ordinator / HSE Officer / Health Safety and Environmental Advisor / Quality Assurance Manager / Quality Controller / QC Manager / QA Manager / QC Manager / QC Manager / HSE Manager / QESH Manager / Health & Safety Lead / etc.
You will be a case holding social worker working with approximately 10/11 children (4/5 families) who are subject to care proceedings. You will be responsible for all aspects of the case management including statutory visiting, care planning and review, and court. You will work with children and their families to assist in decision making for Children to remain at home or return home to their parents. Assessments will need to consider the current risks and associated protective factors whilst also identifying the likelihood of sustained change within the child's timescales. You will have experience of working with children subject to care proceedings and their families and produce work of an excellent standard which provides recommendations based upon sound evidence based analysis. You will have undertaken assessments using the DOH Framework of assessment and have knowledge and understanding of the principals of the NSPCC Reunification framework. You will understand the impact of trauma both on parents' capacity and on the child's needs and be able to ascertain if the parent(s) has capacity to meet the needs of the individual child. You will require the skills to overcome barriers to engagement during the assessment process and tailor your assessments to the learning styles of parents. Your assessments will draw upon the knowledge of other professionals working with the child and their family and exploring the informal support networks available to the parents to assist them in the parenting role. We are looking for a Principal Social Worker which will be a supervisory role. Cardiff Council are looking for a Principal Social Worker to work predominantly in a supervisory role, alongside case management of a small complex caseload, within one of our Locality Teams. The successful candidate would be supported by their Team Manager and the Operational Manager. They would work within a team of social workers, social work assistants and resource assistants (additional administrative support). The successful candidate will be required to supervise a pod of social work assistants and lesser experienced social work staff. Cardiff Council is seeking an individual able to support staff, ensuring the focus of a supportive, positive environment is nurtured within the team. You will be responsible for conducting monthly supervision, chairing strategy meetings and attending joint visits. You will be expected to provide regular oversight of the Young People's care plans through robust quality assurance of the Social Work Assistants work and attendance at relevant meetings such as Child Looked After Reviews. Whilst the role is predominately non-caseholding, where concerns escalate in respect of Young People allocated to one of your supervisees you will be expected to take on allocation until risks have de-escalated to enable relocation to the Social Work Assistant or NQSW. If you are interested in this role please send your updated CV in the first instance.
Apr 15, 2026
Seasonal
You will be a case holding social worker working with approximately 10/11 children (4/5 families) who are subject to care proceedings. You will be responsible for all aspects of the case management including statutory visiting, care planning and review, and court. You will work with children and their families to assist in decision making for Children to remain at home or return home to their parents. Assessments will need to consider the current risks and associated protective factors whilst also identifying the likelihood of sustained change within the child's timescales. You will have experience of working with children subject to care proceedings and their families and produce work of an excellent standard which provides recommendations based upon sound evidence based analysis. You will have undertaken assessments using the DOH Framework of assessment and have knowledge and understanding of the principals of the NSPCC Reunification framework. You will understand the impact of trauma both on parents' capacity and on the child's needs and be able to ascertain if the parent(s) has capacity to meet the needs of the individual child. You will require the skills to overcome barriers to engagement during the assessment process and tailor your assessments to the learning styles of parents. Your assessments will draw upon the knowledge of other professionals working with the child and their family and exploring the informal support networks available to the parents to assist them in the parenting role. We are looking for a Principal Social Worker which will be a supervisory role. Cardiff Council are looking for a Principal Social Worker to work predominantly in a supervisory role, alongside case management of a small complex caseload, within one of our Locality Teams. The successful candidate would be supported by their Team Manager and the Operational Manager. They would work within a team of social workers, social work assistants and resource assistants (additional administrative support). The successful candidate will be required to supervise a pod of social work assistants and lesser experienced social work staff. Cardiff Council is seeking an individual able to support staff, ensuring the focus of a supportive, positive environment is nurtured within the team. You will be responsible for conducting monthly supervision, chairing strategy meetings and attending joint visits. You will be expected to provide regular oversight of the Young People's care plans through robust quality assurance of the Social Work Assistants work and attendance at relevant meetings such as Child Looked After Reviews. Whilst the role is predominately non-caseholding, where concerns escalate in respect of Young People allocated to one of your supervisees you will be expected to take on allocation until risks have de-escalated to enable relocation to the Social Work Assistant or NQSW. If you are interested in this role please send your updated CV in the first instance.
Senior Project Manager Location: Home based flexible location within Wales, with frequent travel across Wales Contract: 12-month fixed term contract Hours: Full time, 37.5 hours per week Salary: £39,205.00 - £41,856.00 per annum Benefits: Pension Scheme, Life Assurance Scheme, 26 days' Annual Leave Introduction Are you ready to lead projects that help nature thrive? We re looking for a skilled Senior Project Manager to deliver some of the RSPB s most ambitious and impactful work across Wales. In this role, you ll guide major projects from start to finish - shaping governance, managing risks, keeping budgets on track and bringing people with you every step of the way. You ll ensure projects deliver real results for wildlife, landscapes and communities, using the RSPB s Project Management Framework. What you ll do Lead complex, high-profile projects that contribute directly to our Saving Nature outcomes Put strong governance and reporting in place to keep everything on track Build excellent relationships with partners, stakeholders and internal teams Manage risks, timelines and budgets with confidence Maintain clear scope and quality so projects deliver exactly what s needed What you ll bring Experience managing major or complex projects Skilled communicator with a collaborative approach Strong planning, financial management and risk control Passion for creating positive change for nature and people Competent IT user (e.g. MS packages, Outlook etc). Attention to detail and ability to understand financial systems Demonstrable leadership ability, able to lead without line management authority An ability to produce clear written communications. An ability to persuade and influence a wide range of people, both internally and externally. Excellent problem solving skills and ability to find creative solutions. Able to work under pressure and adapt to changing circumstances. Demonstrated ability to provide advice and interpretation of policy and procedures associated with project management. Logical & methodical, analytical and a good eye for detail. Demonstrable ability to manage changes within projects. Additional Information: This is a 12 month fixed term contract, full time role for 37.5 hours per week. This role can be conducted from home but you would need to be able to travel throughout Wales regularly. The RSPB reserves the right to extend or make this role permanent without further advertising dependent on business needs at the end of the contract term. Join us and help shape projects that make a difference - for wildlife, for Wales, and for future generations. Apply now and be part of something special Closing date: 23:59, Wednesday, 15th April 2026 We are looking to conduct interviews for this position from 29th April. Interested? If you would like to find out more, pleas e click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position. As part of this application process you will be asked to provide a copy of your CV and complete an application form including evidence on how you meet the skills, knowledge, and experience listed above. We are committed to developing an inclusive and diverse RSPB, in which everyone feels supported, valued, and able to be their full selves. To achieve our vision of creating a world richer in nature, we need more people, and more diverse people, on nature s side. People of colour and disabled people are currently underrepresented across the environment, climate, sustainability, and conservation sector. If you identify as a person of colour and/or disabled, we are particularly interested in receiving your application. Contact us to discuss any additional support you may need to complete your application. The RSPB is an equal opportunities employer. This role is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. The RSPB is a licenced sponsor. This role is not eligible for UK Visa Sponsorship - the successful applicant will need to have a pre-existing Right to Work in the UK in order to be offered an employment contract. No agencies please.
Apr 15, 2026
Contractor
Senior Project Manager Location: Home based flexible location within Wales, with frequent travel across Wales Contract: 12-month fixed term contract Hours: Full time, 37.5 hours per week Salary: £39,205.00 - £41,856.00 per annum Benefits: Pension Scheme, Life Assurance Scheme, 26 days' Annual Leave Introduction Are you ready to lead projects that help nature thrive? We re looking for a skilled Senior Project Manager to deliver some of the RSPB s most ambitious and impactful work across Wales. In this role, you ll guide major projects from start to finish - shaping governance, managing risks, keeping budgets on track and bringing people with you every step of the way. You ll ensure projects deliver real results for wildlife, landscapes and communities, using the RSPB s Project Management Framework. What you ll do Lead complex, high-profile projects that contribute directly to our Saving Nature outcomes Put strong governance and reporting in place to keep everything on track Build excellent relationships with partners, stakeholders and internal teams Manage risks, timelines and budgets with confidence Maintain clear scope and quality so projects deliver exactly what s needed What you ll bring Experience managing major or complex projects Skilled communicator with a collaborative approach Strong planning, financial management and risk control Passion for creating positive change for nature and people Competent IT user (e.g. MS packages, Outlook etc). Attention to detail and ability to understand financial systems Demonstrable leadership ability, able to lead without line management authority An ability to produce clear written communications. An ability to persuade and influence a wide range of people, both internally and externally. Excellent problem solving skills and ability to find creative solutions. Able to work under pressure and adapt to changing circumstances. Demonstrated ability to provide advice and interpretation of policy and procedures associated with project management. Logical & methodical, analytical and a good eye for detail. Demonstrable ability to manage changes within projects. Additional Information: This is a 12 month fixed term contract, full time role for 37.5 hours per week. This role can be conducted from home but you would need to be able to travel throughout Wales regularly. The RSPB reserves the right to extend or make this role permanent without further advertising dependent on business needs at the end of the contract term. Join us and help shape projects that make a difference - for wildlife, for Wales, and for future generations. Apply now and be part of something special Closing date: 23:59, Wednesday, 15th April 2026 We are looking to conduct interviews for this position from 29th April. Interested? If you would like to find out more, pleas e click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position. As part of this application process you will be asked to provide a copy of your CV and complete an application form including evidence on how you meet the skills, knowledge, and experience listed above. We are committed to developing an inclusive and diverse RSPB, in which everyone feels supported, valued, and able to be their full selves. To achieve our vision of creating a world richer in nature, we need more people, and more diverse people, on nature s side. People of colour and disabled people are currently underrepresented across the environment, climate, sustainability, and conservation sector. If you identify as a person of colour and/or disabled, we are particularly interested in receiving your application. Contact us to discuss any additional support you may need to complete your application. The RSPB is an equal opportunities employer. This role is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. The RSPB is a licenced sponsor. This role is not eligible for UK Visa Sponsorship - the successful applicant will need to have a pre-existing Right to Work in the UK in order to be offered an employment contract. No agencies please.
Aspire Personnel Ltd
Great Linford, Buckinghamshire
Our client is an established telecoms provider with over 20 years of experience in installing business phone systems including VoIP phones, business mobiles and connectivity. Through continued growth they are looking to recruit an Operations Manager. Working alongside their Director you will be coordinating projects, building systems in the office, working occasionally on client sites for larger projects. ( people) You will be responsible from order to operations including delivery of the projects, ordering, PM with client throughout project to completion and handover to finance for final billing. Then ongoing wider support after with the client and teams, re training and issue resolution. Key Responsibilities Operational Leadership Lead and manage all operational activities across the business including service delivery, provisioning, customer onboarding, and operational support. Develop and implement operational strategies that support business growth and scalability. Establish clear operational KPIs and performance metrics to drive efficiency and accountability. End-to-End Service Delivery Oversee the full lifecycle of customer solutions from sales order acceptance through to delivery, installation, service activation, and ongoing contract support. Ensure telecoms services such as hosted telephony, VoIP, SIP, connectivity, and associated solutions are delivered on time and within scope. Monitor delivery pipelines and proactively address delays, risks, or operational bottlenecks. Customer Experience & Retention Ensure a high standard of customer onboarding and service implementation. Maintain strong operational communication with customers throughout delivery and support. Support customer retention by ensuring high-quality operational service and issue resolution. Supplier & Partner Management Manage relationships with telecoms carriers, technology vendors, and service partners. Ensure suppliers meet delivery timelines and service level commitments. Negotiate and manage operational performance expectations with third-party providers. Process Development & Continuous Improvement Design, implement, and optimise operational processes to support business efficiency and growth. Identify opportunities to improve order delivery times, provisioning accuracy, and service support. Introduce automation, systems, and reporting tools where appropriate. Team Leadership Build, lead, and develop the operations and service delivery team. Provide leadership, structure, and accountability across operational functions. Work closely with Sales, Technical, and Finance teams to ensure seamless internal collaboration. Risk, Compliance & Quality Assurance Ensure all operational activities meet telecoms regulatory requirements and company policies. Maintain accurate service documentation, provisioning records, and operational reporting. Monitor service performance and ensure operational risks are managed effectively. Key Skills & Experience Essential Senior operational management experience within telecommunications, managed services, or IT service delivery. Strong understanding of telecoms technologies such as VoIP, SIP, hosted telephony, broadband, leased lines, and number porting. Proven ability to manage service delivery pipelines and operational teams. Experience managing supplier relationships within telecoms or technology sectors. Strong commercial awareness and ability to align operations with business objectives. Desirable Experience scaling operations in a growing SME or technology business. Familiarity with telecoms provisioning platforms and carrier management systems. Experience implementing operational systems, workflow automation, or service management tools.
Apr 14, 2026
Full time
Our client is an established telecoms provider with over 20 years of experience in installing business phone systems including VoIP phones, business mobiles and connectivity. Through continued growth they are looking to recruit an Operations Manager. Working alongside their Director you will be coordinating projects, building systems in the office, working occasionally on client sites for larger projects. ( people) You will be responsible from order to operations including delivery of the projects, ordering, PM with client throughout project to completion and handover to finance for final billing. Then ongoing wider support after with the client and teams, re training and issue resolution. Key Responsibilities Operational Leadership Lead and manage all operational activities across the business including service delivery, provisioning, customer onboarding, and operational support. Develop and implement operational strategies that support business growth and scalability. Establish clear operational KPIs and performance metrics to drive efficiency and accountability. End-to-End Service Delivery Oversee the full lifecycle of customer solutions from sales order acceptance through to delivery, installation, service activation, and ongoing contract support. Ensure telecoms services such as hosted telephony, VoIP, SIP, connectivity, and associated solutions are delivered on time and within scope. Monitor delivery pipelines and proactively address delays, risks, or operational bottlenecks. Customer Experience & Retention Ensure a high standard of customer onboarding and service implementation. Maintain strong operational communication with customers throughout delivery and support. Support customer retention by ensuring high-quality operational service and issue resolution. Supplier & Partner Management Manage relationships with telecoms carriers, technology vendors, and service partners. Ensure suppliers meet delivery timelines and service level commitments. Negotiate and manage operational performance expectations with third-party providers. Process Development & Continuous Improvement Design, implement, and optimise operational processes to support business efficiency and growth. Identify opportunities to improve order delivery times, provisioning accuracy, and service support. Introduce automation, systems, and reporting tools where appropriate. Team Leadership Build, lead, and develop the operations and service delivery team. Provide leadership, structure, and accountability across operational functions. Work closely with Sales, Technical, and Finance teams to ensure seamless internal collaboration. Risk, Compliance & Quality Assurance Ensure all operational activities meet telecoms regulatory requirements and company policies. Maintain accurate service documentation, provisioning records, and operational reporting. Monitor service performance and ensure operational risks are managed effectively. Key Skills & Experience Essential Senior operational management experience within telecommunications, managed services, or IT service delivery. Strong understanding of telecoms technologies such as VoIP, SIP, hosted telephony, broadband, leased lines, and number porting. Proven ability to manage service delivery pipelines and operational teams. Experience managing supplier relationships within telecoms or technology sectors. Strong commercial awareness and ability to align operations with business objectives. Desirable Experience scaling operations in a growing SME or technology business. Familiarity with telecoms provisioning platforms and carrier management systems. Experience implementing operational systems, workflow automation, or service management tools.
Rheinmetall BAE Systems Land (RBSL)
Wellington, Shropshire
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR Rheinmetall BAE Systems Land (RBSL) is a defence engineering company based in the UK. We design, manufacture and support military vehicles used by the British Army and international customers. We are recruiting for Project Quality Technician who will support numerous quality inspection and testing activities on the Challenger 3 Programme and provide support to the Project Quality Engineers and Manager where required. Shift work & overtime is not planned but may be required. Position Duties and Responsibilities This individual will be responsible for: Integrating into the project quality team within the programme and work with other programme stakeholders to deliver a successful project. Provide full and effective support, in assigned areas of quality activity to the project (i.e. audits, Inspections and Testing). Support or act as an auditor in the planning, conducting and reporting of system, process and compliance audits. Perform varied tasks associated with visual and dimensional inspection, from first article submissions through final inspection, required in the fabrication and assembly integration and test of components and assemblies of all specified material types, and other miscellaneous accessories. Check components, tooling, S.T.T.E. of all specified material types or tooling dimensional characteristics such as; locations, concentricity's, parallelism, height, angles and squareness using precision measuring equipment. Carry out inspection using first principles and a variety of equipment using Micrometers, Verniers, height gauges etc. Operating knowledge of Laser Scanning and Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMM), Faro Arms. Examine materials received from suppliers, and internal manufacture, providing reports and analysis as required. Perform visual inspection, non destructive testing (NDT), dye penetration testing and dimensional inspection of welded assemblies in accordance with requirements / drawings. Non Destructive Testing (NDT) and Dye Penetration activities. Liaise with key stakeholders and process owners in non-conformance resolution and corrective actions. Ensure all non-conformances are fully briefed to Project Quality and Supplier Quality Engineers. Support certification activity for both internal and supply chain requirements. Provision of accurate relevant data, identify areas of weakness and recommending improvements. Responsible for contributing to delivery of the Quality objectives. Responsible for conducting the verification of non-conformances WHAT QUALIFICATIONS YOU SHOULD HAVE Qualified in an appropriate Quality related technical discipline or equivalent experience. Proven experience in quality inspection and testing Excellent understanding of GD&T Qualified and/or experienced in non-destructive testing techniques including mechanical and visual inspection techniques, dye penetration, magnetic particle and radiographic testing. Working knowledge of Coordinate measurement equipment / laser scanning or equivalent. Have a strong working knowledge and experience in Quality Planning and Assurance systems; policies, processes, procedures and records Experience of ISO 9001 or similar quality related standards A working knowledge of Root Cause Analysis (RCA) methodologies including 8d / STF WHAT WE OFFER YOU We want RBSL to be an employer of choice and for our employees to build a career they can be proud of with us. Through our contracts to deliver world-class products and support, we are able to offer great opportunities for personal development and career advancement through specialist technical roles, essential support functions and leadership positions. Competitive salaries reviewed each year against market Annual incentive scheme Life assurance 5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays Long Service rewards with additional holiday Holiday purchase scheme Health cash plan Employer pension contributions up to 10% Salary sacrifice benefits including cycle to work and electric vehicles schemes Access to high street and gym discounts and cashback Enhanced maternity and paternity benefits
Apr 14, 2026
Full time
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR Rheinmetall BAE Systems Land (RBSL) is a defence engineering company based in the UK. We design, manufacture and support military vehicles used by the British Army and international customers. We are recruiting for Project Quality Technician who will support numerous quality inspection and testing activities on the Challenger 3 Programme and provide support to the Project Quality Engineers and Manager where required. Shift work & overtime is not planned but may be required. Position Duties and Responsibilities This individual will be responsible for: Integrating into the project quality team within the programme and work with other programme stakeholders to deliver a successful project. Provide full and effective support, in assigned areas of quality activity to the project (i.e. audits, Inspections and Testing). Support or act as an auditor in the planning, conducting and reporting of system, process and compliance audits. Perform varied tasks associated with visual and dimensional inspection, from first article submissions through final inspection, required in the fabrication and assembly integration and test of components and assemblies of all specified material types, and other miscellaneous accessories. Check components, tooling, S.T.T.E. of all specified material types or tooling dimensional characteristics such as; locations, concentricity's, parallelism, height, angles and squareness using precision measuring equipment. Carry out inspection using first principles and a variety of equipment using Micrometers, Verniers, height gauges etc. Operating knowledge of Laser Scanning and Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMM), Faro Arms. Examine materials received from suppliers, and internal manufacture, providing reports and analysis as required. Perform visual inspection, non destructive testing (NDT), dye penetration testing and dimensional inspection of welded assemblies in accordance with requirements / drawings. Non Destructive Testing (NDT) and Dye Penetration activities. Liaise with key stakeholders and process owners in non-conformance resolution and corrective actions. Ensure all non-conformances are fully briefed to Project Quality and Supplier Quality Engineers. Support certification activity for both internal and supply chain requirements. Provision of accurate relevant data, identify areas of weakness and recommending improvements. Responsible for contributing to delivery of the Quality objectives. Responsible for conducting the verification of non-conformances WHAT QUALIFICATIONS YOU SHOULD HAVE Qualified in an appropriate Quality related technical discipline or equivalent experience. Proven experience in quality inspection and testing Excellent understanding of GD&T Qualified and/or experienced in non-destructive testing techniques including mechanical and visual inspection techniques, dye penetration, magnetic particle and radiographic testing. Working knowledge of Coordinate measurement equipment / laser scanning or equivalent. Have a strong working knowledge and experience in Quality Planning and Assurance systems; policies, processes, procedures and records Experience of ISO 9001 or similar quality related standards A working knowledge of Root Cause Analysis (RCA) methodologies including 8d / STF WHAT WE OFFER YOU We want RBSL to be an employer of choice and for our employees to build a career they can be proud of with us. Through our contracts to deliver world-class products and support, we are able to offer great opportunities for personal development and career advancement through specialist technical roles, essential support functions and leadership positions. Competitive salaries reviewed each year against market Annual incentive scheme Life assurance 5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays Long Service rewards with additional holiday Holiday purchase scheme Health cash plan Employer pension contributions up to 10% Salary sacrifice benefits including cycle to work and electric vehicles schemes Access to high street and gym discounts and cashback Enhanced maternity and paternity benefits
Programme Coordinator ASAP - 4 weeks with a potential of being extended £18.57 per hour Campus based Summary: This role is responsible for delivering high-quality and complex Assessment and Curriculum operations for both taught and research degree programmes. The role ensures compliance with University policies, enhances service delivery, and provides expert advice to stakeholders. Additionally, the role supports governance structures by providing secretarial support to key academic committees and contributes to continuous improvement initiatives. Assessment and Curriculum Officers will work against operational protocols detailing all tasks associated with each area of responsibility. Assessment and Curriculum Officers will support one or more of the following areas. Accountabilities and responsibilities : Assessment and Curriculum Administration for Taught Programmes Deliver high quality administration of taught progression and assessments, ensuring processes are accurate, efficient, and timely. Coordinate digital assessment systems, including portfolio submissions, online examinations, and secure mark entry. Facilitate the external moderation process by managing sample submissions for external examiners and ensuring feedback is communicated effectively to academic teams. Support exam boards by preparing documentation, liaising with board members, determining student outcomes, and ensuring the accurate processing of student outcomes. Manage programme modifications, ensuring all changes adhere to institutional and regulatory frameworks. Identify and address complex problems resulting from assessment and curriculum operations, acting as decision maker where required. Examination Operations Manage paper and digital exams, including ad-hoc and OSCE exams Work with Timetabling to plan, book and set up exam venues, and additional resources Manage examination events including logistical, technical and student requirements Manage post exam requirements, including de-rigging Recruitment, training and ongoing support for invigilators Ensure students with Additional Needs are supported through the examination process WISEflow: provide guidance and support for students and staff, and technical support. Research Degree Assessment Administration Coordinate research student progression, including scheduling review meetings and viva voce examinations. Liaise with PGR Examination teams and oversee viva voce events Ensure timely distribution of research theses to examination panels and facilitate the processing of examination outcomes. Identify and address complex problems resulting from research degree operations, acting as decision maker where required. Committee and Governance Support Provide secretarial support to Boards of Studies and Student Experience Committees, including scheduling meetings, preparing and distributing papers, recording minutes, and monitoring action items. Contribute to Board of Studies meetings and provide expert advice and guidance on relevant University matters. Quality Assurance and Compliance Provide guidance, interpretation and operational instruction on complex policy and practice. Support the implementation of policy and regulatory changes to enhance student experience and operational efficiency. Ensure all assessment and curriculum activities align with university regulations and external compliance requirements. Report student assessment outcomes to PSRBs as required. Provide specialist advice and guidance to colleagues on academic regulations, processes, and best practices. Support accreditation or internal programme approval activities as required. Service Improvement and Stakeholder Engagement Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and service quality. Engage with internal and external networks to share best practices and contribute to sectorwide discussions on assessment and curriculum. Work collaboratively across departments, and with staff of different seniority levels, to ensure effective information flow and stakeholder engagement. Other Duties Self-manage a complex and changing workload, identifying priorities against institutional risk and/or impact on the student experience Plan and manager small projects relating to the improvement or enhancement of assessment and curriculum operations Supporting a culture of continuous improvement in the way in which the University manages the student journey as it relates to assessment and curriculum operations. Undertake any other reasonable duties as required and commensurate with the grade of post in accordance with university and departmental policies, procedures and codes of conduct. Adhere to and comply with the provisions of the Data Protection Act and the Health and Safety at Work Act in accordance with university policies. Promote the University's Environmental Policy and demonstrate commitment to it through actions and decision making. Actively participate in on going professional development activities as requested. 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 explaining how we will use your information is available on our website.
Apr 14, 2026
Contractor
Programme Coordinator ASAP - 4 weeks with a potential of being extended £18.57 per hour Campus based Summary: This role is responsible for delivering high-quality and complex Assessment and Curriculum operations for both taught and research degree programmes. The role ensures compliance with University policies, enhances service delivery, and provides expert advice to stakeholders. Additionally, the role supports governance structures by providing secretarial support to key academic committees and contributes to continuous improvement initiatives. Assessment and Curriculum Officers will work against operational protocols detailing all tasks associated with each area of responsibility. Assessment and Curriculum Officers will support one or more of the following areas. Accountabilities and responsibilities : Assessment and Curriculum Administration for Taught Programmes Deliver high quality administration of taught progression and assessments, ensuring processes are accurate, efficient, and timely. Coordinate digital assessment systems, including portfolio submissions, online examinations, and secure mark entry. Facilitate the external moderation process by managing sample submissions for external examiners and ensuring feedback is communicated effectively to academic teams. Support exam boards by preparing documentation, liaising with board members, determining student outcomes, and ensuring the accurate processing of student outcomes. Manage programme modifications, ensuring all changes adhere to institutional and regulatory frameworks. Identify and address complex problems resulting from assessment and curriculum operations, acting as decision maker where required. Examination Operations Manage paper and digital exams, including ad-hoc and OSCE exams Work with Timetabling to plan, book and set up exam venues, and additional resources Manage examination events including logistical, technical and student requirements Manage post exam requirements, including de-rigging Recruitment, training and ongoing support for invigilators Ensure students with Additional Needs are supported through the examination process WISEflow: provide guidance and support for students and staff, and technical support. Research Degree Assessment Administration Coordinate research student progression, including scheduling review meetings and viva voce examinations. Liaise with PGR Examination teams and oversee viva voce events Ensure timely distribution of research theses to examination panels and facilitate the processing of examination outcomes. Identify and address complex problems resulting from research degree operations, acting as decision maker where required. Committee and Governance Support Provide secretarial support to Boards of Studies and Student Experience Committees, including scheduling meetings, preparing and distributing papers, recording minutes, and monitoring action items. Contribute to Board of Studies meetings and provide expert advice and guidance on relevant University matters. Quality Assurance and Compliance Provide guidance, interpretation and operational instruction on complex policy and practice. Support the implementation of policy and regulatory changes to enhance student experience and operational efficiency. Ensure all assessment and curriculum activities align with university regulations and external compliance requirements. Report student assessment outcomes to PSRBs as required. Provide specialist advice and guidance to colleagues on academic regulations, processes, and best practices. Support accreditation or internal programme approval activities as required. Service Improvement and Stakeholder Engagement Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and service quality. Engage with internal and external networks to share best practices and contribute to sectorwide discussions on assessment and curriculum. Work collaboratively across departments, and with staff of different seniority levels, to ensure effective information flow and stakeholder engagement. Other Duties Self-manage a complex and changing workload, identifying priorities against institutional risk and/or impact on the student experience Plan and manager small projects relating to the improvement or enhancement of assessment and curriculum operations Supporting a culture of continuous improvement in the way in which the University manages the student journey as it relates to assessment and curriculum operations. Undertake any other reasonable duties as required and commensurate with the grade of post in accordance with university and departmental policies, procedures and codes of conduct. Adhere to and comply with the provisions of the Data Protection Act and the Health and Safety at Work Act in accordance with university policies. Promote the University's Environmental Policy and demonstrate commitment to it through actions and decision making. Actively participate in on going professional development activities as requested. 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 explaining how we will use your information is available on our website.
Are you a solutions-focused legal professional looking to use your expertise to make a meaningful impact? Age UK is looking for a skilled Legal Adviser to join our Risk, Governance and Compliance division on a 12-month fixed term contract and help ensure that we continue delivering trusted, compliant and effective services for older people across the UK. As a Legal Adviser at Age UK, you'll provide timely, practical and high-quality legal advice across all areas of the organisation. Working closely with the Company Secretary and our wider Legal team, you'll help shape our approach to legal risk, guide key stakeholders and ensure our charity and its subsidiaries remain compliant and well-informed. This is your opportunity to contribute to the development of a major national charity, supporting its mission through expert, business-focused legal guidance. You must be admitted and qualified to practice law in England and Wales, holding a current practising certificate to be considered for this opportunity. You will have an LLB or equivalent, plus a post-graduate course in a law related field (e.g. the LPC), with excellent academic credentials. We operate a hybrid-working model, a blend of home and office working. This role will include regular days working from our London office (minimum once per week.) Your travel costs to the London office are not covered by the charity. Must haves: The below competencies will be assessed at the indicated stage of the recruitment process: Application = A, Interview = I, Test = T, Presentation = P Experience Considerable demonstrable experience in a commercial or similar in-house/private practice role. (A, I) Skills and knowledge Expertise in commercial law, including technology and IT law (A, I) Excellent writing skills in English (A) Excellent communication skills (A,I) Considers commercial implications of decisions (I) Uses advanced problem solving capabilities (I) Personal attributes Ability to multi task and work flexibly (I) Ability to work in a small team with minimal administrative assistance (I) Ability to manager workflow in line with the organisations business needs whilst ensuring all stakeholders have an understanding of issues, deadlines, etc. (I) Attention to detail (A,I) Understands Age UK, the brand and our strategy (I) Great to Have's: The below competencies will be assessed at the indicated stage of the recruitment process: Application = A, Interview = I, Test = T, Presentation = P Experience Expertise in charity law (A, I) What we offer in return Competitive salary, 26 days annual leave + bank holidays + annual leave purchase scheme Excellent pension scheme, life assurance, Health cashback plan and EAP Car Benefit Scheme, Cycle to Work Scheme and Season Ticket Loan Techscheme - buy any tech from Apple or Currys, up to £1000, and spread the cost over 12 months, interest free Blue Light Card Scheme You Did It Awards - recognition awards from £100-250 Many additional benefits Additional Information Supporting statements and anonymisation Candidates are expected to provide a supporting statement that explains how they meet the competencies annotated with an 'A' in the job description, to assess suitability for the position. Age UK acknowledges and accepts that AI may be used to support the application; we do expect candidates to personalise experience, knowledge and skills and failure to do so, may result in your application being rejected. Please submit a Word version of your CV as it will be anonymised by our recruitment system when you apply for a role. Our system is unable to anonymise supporting statements and heavily formatted CVs. Please could you remove any personal information including your name before you upload to support our inclusive recruitment process. All equalities monitoring information is also anonymised and not shared with the hiring panel. Your name and address will only be known to us if invited for interview. Equal opportunities & Disability Confident Scheme Age UK is an Equal Opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates, regardless of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital/civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity. Age UK is a Disability Confident Scheme employer. Due to high numbers of applications received, Age UK reserves the right to limit the overall number of interviews offered, and therefore, it may not always be practicable or appropriate to interview all disabled people that meet the minimum criteria for the job. Reasonable adjustments Disabled job seekers can access reasonable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process. All requests for reasonable adjustments are considered on a case-by-case basis, in collaboration with the disabled job seeker to best meet their needs, by contacting the Recruitment Team. Disability disclosures will be kept confidential and only shared on a need-to-know basis to support the implementation of adjustments. Disclosures will not be used to inform hiring decisions. Age UK is committed to safeguarding adults at risk, and children, from abuse and neglect. We expect everyone who works with us to share this commitment. Early application is encouraged as we will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert at any time. Age UK politely requests no contact from recruitment agencies or media sales. We do not accept speculative CVs from recruitment agencies nor accept the fees associated with them. For a full list of benefits please visit our website.
Apr 14, 2026
Full time
Are you a solutions-focused legal professional looking to use your expertise to make a meaningful impact? Age UK is looking for a skilled Legal Adviser to join our Risk, Governance and Compliance division on a 12-month fixed term contract and help ensure that we continue delivering trusted, compliant and effective services for older people across the UK. As a Legal Adviser at Age UK, you'll provide timely, practical and high-quality legal advice across all areas of the organisation. Working closely with the Company Secretary and our wider Legal team, you'll help shape our approach to legal risk, guide key stakeholders and ensure our charity and its subsidiaries remain compliant and well-informed. This is your opportunity to contribute to the development of a major national charity, supporting its mission through expert, business-focused legal guidance. You must be admitted and qualified to practice law in England and Wales, holding a current practising certificate to be considered for this opportunity. You will have an LLB or equivalent, plus a post-graduate course in a law related field (e.g. the LPC), with excellent academic credentials. We operate a hybrid-working model, a blend of home and office working. This role will include regular days working from our London office (minimum once per week.) Your travel costs to the London office are not covered by the charity. Must haves: The below competencies will be assessed at the indicated stage of the recruitment process: Application = A, Interview = I, Test = T, Presentation = P Experience Considerable demonstrable experience in a commercial or similar in-house/private practice role. (A, I) Skills and knowledge Expertise in commercial law, including technology and IT law (A, I) Excellent writing skills in English (A) Excellent communication skills (A,I) Considers commercial implications of decisions (I) Uses advanced problem solving capabilities (I) Personal attributes Ability to multi task and work flexibly (I) Ability to work in a small team with minimal administrative assistance (I) Ability to manager workflow in line with the organisations business needs whilst ensuring all stakeholders have an understanding of issues, deadlines, etc. (I) Attention to detail (A,I) Understands Age UK, the brand and our strategy (I) Great to Have's: The below competencies will be assessed at the indicated stage of the recruitment process: Application = A, Interview = I, Test = T, Presentation = P Experience Expertise in charity law (A, I) What we offer in return Competitive salary, 26 days annual leave + bank holidays + annual leave purchase scheme Excellent pension scheme, life assurance, Health cashback plan and EAP Car Benefit Scheme, Cycle to Work Scheme and Season Ticket Loan Techscheme - buy any tech from Apple or Currys, up to £1000, and spread the cost over 12 months, interest free Blue Light Card Scheme You Did It Awards - recognition awards from £100-250 Many additional benefits Additional Information Supporting statements and anonymisation Candidates are expected to provide a supporting statement that explains how they meet the competencies annotated with an 'A' in the job description, to assess suitability for the position. Age UK acknowledges and accepts that AI may be used to support the application; we do expect candidates to personalise experience, knowledge and skills and failure to do so, may result in your application being rejected. Please submit a Word version of your CV as it will be anonymised by our recruitment system when you apply for a role. Our system is unable to anonymise supporting statements and heavily formatted CVs. Please could you remove any personal information including your name before you upload to support our inclusive recruitment process. All equalities monitoring information is also anonymised and not shared with the hiring panel. Your name and address will only be known to us if invited for interview. Equal opportunities & Disability Confident Scheme Age UK is an Equal Opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates, regardless of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital/civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity. Age UK is a Disability Confident Scheme employer. Due to high numbers of applications received, Age UK reserves the right to limit the overall number of interviews offered, and therefore, it may not always be practicable or appropriate to interview all disabled people that meet the minimum criteria for the job. Reasonable adjustments Disabled job seekers can access reasonable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process. All requests for reasonable adjustments are considered on a case-by-case basis, in collaboration with the disabled job seeker to best meet their needs, by contacting the Recruitment Team. Disability disclosures will be kept confidential and only shared on a need-to-know basis to support the implementation of adjustments. Disclosures will not be used to inform hiring decisions. Age UK is committed to safeguarding adults at risk, and children, from abuse and neglect. We expect everyone who works with us to share this commitment. Early application is encouraged as we will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert at any time. Age UK politely requests no contact from recruitment agencies or media sales. We do not accept speculative CVs from recruitment agencies nor accept the fees associated with them. For a full list of benefits please visit our website.
Probate Lawyer Senior Associate Personal Estate Manager Salary: £40,000 £62,500 per annum Start Date: Flexible We are open to remote, hybrid and flexible working applications. Our office is in Bristol. About Us At Kings Court Trust, we occupy a unique, privileged position. We are called upon at a sensitive time when families are going through the stages of grief, but there is an acceptance that certain realities need to be addressed. Our Purpose To support families through bereavement with expert guidance and genuine compassion, making a complex process feel manageable and human. What you ll be doing: Manage and progress a case load of mostly taxable estate administration cases. Take ownership of all technical tasks required to progress a case. Manage all client communication and correspondence. Draft interim and final estate accounts. Support the coaching, development and mentoring of junior colleagues. Collaborate across teams to ensure a seamless client experience. Contribute to continuous improvement and innovation in how we work. What we re looking for Qualifications are desirable but not essential. We are looking for individuals with some of the following experience: 5 years experience of end-to-end estate administration and probate. STEP / TEP Qualification (or working towards). Qualified Solicitor (desirable). CILEX Qualified (desirable). The type of person you ll be: A Strong communicator clear, empathetic, and confident. A proactive, solutions-focused individual. Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team whether in the office or working remotely. Vast experience in probate, legal services, or estate administration. A passion for making a difference in people s lives at a time when they really need you. What we can offer you We believe in rewarding great work. For this role we offer the following benefits: Up to £62,500 per annum Quarterly Bonus / Scheme 25 days plus bank holidays, increasing annually to 30 Health Cash Plan Cash back for Dental, optical, and other treatments Employee discounts across a range of products and services Variety of salary sacrifice benefits such as tech vouchers, dental and holiday buy Company pension scheme matching up to 5% Income protection insurance Life assurance policy Enhanced family leave (upon completion of probation) Cycle to work scheme Employee Assistance Programme Why join us: A supportive, people-first culture. Opportunities for growth and development. A chance to make a real impact during life s most challenging times. Hybrid and flexible working options to suit your needs. Where you ll be working: Our office based at Spectrum House, Bond Street, Bristol, BS1 3LG From home Hybrid Hiring process what to expect We like to keep things clear and straightforward. Here s what you can expect: Application review We review applications on a rolling basis and will contact you when shortlisted. Initial chat A short call to get to know you better. There will be some element of competency here, but we aim for it to be more conversational (30mins). Interview This is your competency-based interview with our Operations Director and Legal Services Director (up to 60mins). Task A chance to show us how your technical competence. Feedback We will contact you following your interview, typically within 1 week. Support We want everyone to feel comfortable and confident throughout our hiring process. If you have a medical condition or need any adjustments, whether that s for an interview or any part of the process, please let us know. We re happy to have a conversation about how we can best support you. Ready to apply If Kings Court Trust sounds like the kind of place where you d thrive, we d love to hear from you. Apply now and help us shape the future of estate administration. Equality, Diversity and Inclusion At Kings Court Trust, we re committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome, respected, and able to thrive. We believe in equal opportunities for all and ensure that every hiring decision is based on merit, skills, and experience nothing else. We re proud to foster an inclusive environment where individuality is celebrated and diverse perspectives are valued across everything we do. By applying for this role, you re sharing your information with Kings Court Trust. We take your privacy seriously. To understand how we handle your data, please read our Privacy Policy, available on our website.
Apr 14, 2026
Full time
Probate Lawyer Senior Associate Personal Estate Manager Salary: £40,000 £62,500 per annum Start Date: Flexible We are open to remote, hybrid and flexible working applications. Our office is in Bristol. About Us At Kings Court Trust, we occupy a unique, privileged position. We are called upon at a sensitive time when families are going through the stages of grief, but there is an acceptance that certain realities need to be addressed. Our Purpose To support families through bereavement with expert guidance and genuine compassion, making a complex process feel manageable and human. What you ll be doing: Manage and progress a case load of mostly taxable estate administration cases. Take ownership of all technical tasks required to progress a case. Manage all client communication and correspondence. Draft interim and final estate accounts. Support the coaching, development and mentoring of junior colleagues. Collaborate across teams to ensure a seamless client experience. Contribute to continuous improvement and innovation in how we work. What we re looking for Qualifications are desirable but not essential. We are looking for individuals with some of the following experience: 5 years experience of end-to-end estate administration and probate. STEP / TEP Qualification (or working towards). Qualified Solicitor (desirable). CILEX Qualified (desirable). The type of person you ll be: A Strong communicator clear, empathetic, and confident. A proactive, solutions-focused individual. Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team whether in the office or working remotely. Vast experience in probate, legal services, or estate administration. A passion for making a difference in people s lives at a time when they really need you. What we can offer you We believe in rewarding great work. For this role we offer the following benefits: Up to £62,500 per annum Quarterly Bonus / Scheme 25 days plus bank holidays, increasing annually to 30 Health Cash Plan Cash back for Dental, optical, and other treatments Employee discounts across a range of products and services Variety of salary sacrifice benefits such as tech vouchers, dental and holiday buy Company pension scheme matching up to 5% Income protection insurance Life assurance policy Enhanced family leave (upon completion of probation) Cycle to work scheme Employee Assistance Programme Why join us: A supportive, people-first culture. Opportunities for growth and development. A chance to make a real impact during life s most challenging times. Hybrid and flexible working options to suit your needs. Where you ll be working: Our office based at Spectrum House, Bond Street, Bristol, BS1 3LG From home Hybrid Hiring process what to expect We like to keep things clear and straightforward. Here s what you can expect: Application review We review applications on a rolling basis and will contact you when shortlisted. Initial chat A short call to get to know you better. There will be some element of competency here, but we aim for it to be more conversational (30mins). Interview This is your competency-based interview with our Operations Director and Legal Services Director (up to 60mins). Task A chance to show us how your technical competence. Feedback We will contact you following your interview, typically within 1 week. Support We want everyone to feel comfortable and confident throughout our hiring process. If you have a medical condition or need any adjustments, whether that s for an interview or any part of the process, please let us know. We re happy to have a conversation about how we can best support you. Ready to apply If Kings Court Trust sounds like the kind of place where you d thrive, we d love to hear from you. Apply now and help us shape the future of estate administration. Equality, Diversity and Inclusion At Kings Court Trust, we re committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome, respected, and able to thrive. We believe in equal opportunities for all and ensure that every hiring decision is based on merit, skills, and experience nothing else. We re proud to foster an inclusive environment where individuality is celebrated and diverse perspectives are valued across everything we do. By applying for this role, you re sharing your information with Kings Court Trust. We take your privacy seriously. To understand how we handle your data, please read our Privacy Policy, available on our website.
This is an exciting opportunity to establish RLSS UK s first-ever corporate fundraising function. The Corporate Partnerships Manager will build, lead, and deliver a new programme that maximises income from corporate supporters and aligns partners with our mission to save lives. You will be responsible for developing the strategy, creating the tools and foundations, proactively generating new business, and delivering excellent stewardship as partnerships are secured. This role requires a commercially aware, results-driven individual who understands how to position partnerships in a way that delivers mutual value and translate opportunity into income through focused action, strong relationship building, and a clear understanding of corporate priorities. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a build from scratch environment, combining strategic thinking, creativity, and hands on delivery. ROLE OVERVIEW As the Corporate Partnerships Manager, you will lead the development and delivery of RLSS UK s new corporate fundraising function, create a sustainable strategy, and build a strong pipeline from the ground up. You will identify, secure, and grow high-value partnerships that align with corporate priorities, producing compelling and commercially compelling propositions that demonstrate clear mutual benefit. Working collaboratively across the organisation, you will ensure partnerships support RLSS UK s mission and contribute to long term income growth. KEY TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES Strategy and Planning Develop and deliver RLSS UK s first corporate partnerships strategy, setting clear priorities and income targets for year one and beyond. Lead the development of a corporate partnerships income stream, building a sustainable portfolio of partnerships and relationships. Create the foundations for growth including a case for support, stewardship framework, pitch decks and templates and KPI and reporting tools. Establish systems and internal processes required for a corporate fundraising function. Use sector insights, benchmarking, and data to inform strategy and identify opportunities for growth. Partnership Development Build and actively manage a new business pipeline from scratch, ensuring consistent prospecting and follow up. Conduct in-depth prospect research to identify target companies, align commercial priorities, and map key decision makers. Develop compelling, tailored proposals, pitches, and partnership packages that clearly articulate impact and mutual value. Secure a diverse portfolio of partnerships including multi-year strategic, six-figure, Charity of the Year, cause-related marketing, and sponsorship agreements. Create cultivation journeys for high-value prospects, maintaining momentum from first contact to close. Represent RLSS UK externally at meetings, events, and networking opportunities, confidently positioning the organisation with senior stakeholders. Work closely with commercial colleagues to ensure alignment and avoid overlap with existing commercial contracts. Account Management Provide effective day-to-day relationship management to ensure partners feel supported, informed, and engaged with RLSS UK s mission. Deliver clear partnership growth plans that maximise income, engagement, impact, and mutual benefit. Identify and activate opportunities to expand partnerships across corporate philanthropy, payroll giving, strategic volunteering, sponsorship, cause-related marketing, and employee engagement. Build and maintain positive relationships with senior stakeholders, acting as a trusted and credible partner. Monitor partnership delivery against agreed KPIs and use insight to refine and strengthen activity over time. Produce high-quality written communications, proposals, and impact reports tailored to individual partners. Work collaboratively with colleagues across Fundraising, Marketing and Communications, Education, and Commercial teams to ensure consistent and high-quality delivery. Reporting and Evaluation Use data-driven insights and KPIs to evaluate and refine strategies for maximum impact, income growth, and return on investment. Ensure compliance with fundraising regulations, UK GDPR, and RLSS UK policies. Maintain accurate pipeline and forecasting information within the CRM system. Deliver annual reviews for partnerships to demonstrate impact and ensure all partnerships are meeting agreed KPIS. Identify emerging trends and opportunities to diversify income streams and enhance brand visibility. Other Duties & Responsibilities All other duties reasonably associated with your role, as directed by the Line Manager. Line management responsibility for the Supporter Engagement Executive, including performance and development, assigning day-to-day tasks and projects, and providing guidance and support. Ensure compliance with UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018 by complying with internal information governance policies and maintaining up-to-date documentation as part of RLSS UK s compliance programme. Demonstrate and uphold the Society s values and behavioural standards at all times. Help create an inclusive working environment where diversity is valued, everyone can contribute, and everyday actions ensure we meet our duty to uphold and promote equality. This job description is not to be regarded as exclusive or exhaustive. It is intended as an outline indication of areas of activity and responsibility and will be amended in light of the changing needs of the organisation. PERSON SPECIFICATION Essential Relevant Experience, Skills and/or Aptitudes Experience in business development, fundraising, partnerships, or relevant commercial roles. Ability to build strong relationships with senior internal and external stakeholders. Experience securing and managing partnerships across at least two of: Charity of the Year Strategic partnerships Sponsorship Cause related marketing/ brand licensing Confident pitching and negotiating with senior corporate leaders. Strong strategic thinking coupled with hands on delivery. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to create persuasive proposals and cases for support. Strong organisational and project management skills. Strong understanding of return on investment (ROI) and the ability to evaluate the effectiveness, sustainability, and value of fundraising activity. Strong understanding of CRM systems and fundraising technologies, and how these support effective partnership programmes. Understanding of fundraising regulation, GDPR, and ethical fundraising practices. Experience managing budgets and ensuring effective allocation of resources. Comfortable working in an environment where systems, processes, and programmes are being built from the ground up. Desirable Relevant Experience, Skills and/or Aptitudes Knowledge and understanding of RLSS UK. Previous experience of line management. Experience of working in a charity or organisation where corporate fundraising or partnerships have been developed from the ground up, including building systems, processes, and pipeline momentum. Experience working in a small team or start-up environment. Commercially minded, with a strong understanding of the corporate landscape and the ability to shape compelling, mutually beneficial partnership opportunities that align business priorities with charitable impact. ABOUT RLSS UK The Royal Life Saving Society UK (RLSS UK) is the leading charity for water safety and drowning prevention in the UK and Ireland. Our mission is to save lives by being the leader in lifesaving, lifeguarding, and water safety education so that everyone can enjoy water safely. We share our expertise, skills, and knowledge to empower people to enjoy water safely and achieve our vision; communities free from drowning. With increasing corporate focus on ESG, community safety, and employee wellbeing, RLSS UK is uniquely positioned to build strategic partnerships that help companies keep their people and communities safe around water. WHAT RLSS UK CAN OFFER YOU RLSS UK is a national Charity based in Worcester, and we offer great staff benefits including - Annual Leave based on 27 days + Bank Holidays + a discretionary day off for your birthday Private Medical Scheme Enhanced Society Sick Pay Eye Care Employee Assistance Programme via Health Assured Life Assurance Scheme Howdens Sports Benefits/Perks at Work Free RLSS UK Membership Free tea and coffee when working from HQ, including access to our wonderful Coffee Machine Free on-site parking when working from HQ Company Events and more! Subject to eligibility criteria YOUR APPLICATION Please send your CV along with a Cover Letter outlining why you should join our Income Generation and Engagement Team Closing Date 5.00pm, Wednesday 29th April 2026 Interview Date Thursday 7th May 2026 at our Worcester Head Office (subject to change) Should you wish to discuss the role . click apply for full job details
Apr 13, 2026
Full time
This is an exciting opportunity to establish RLSS UK s first-ever corporate fundraising function. The Corporate Partnerships Manager will build, lead, and deliver a new programme that maximises income from corporate supporters and aligns partners with our mission to save lives. You will be responsible for developing the strategy, creating the tools and foundations, proactively generating new business, and delivering excellent stewardship as partnerships are secured. This role requires a commercially aware, results-driven individual who understands how to position partnerships in a way that delivers mutual value and translate opportunity into income through focused action, strong relationship building, and a clear understanding of corporate priorities. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a build from scratch environment, combining strategic thinking, creativity, and hands on delivery. ROLE OVERVIEW As the Corporate Partnerships Manager, you will lead the development and delivery of RLSS UK s new corporate fundraising function, create a sustainable strategy, and build a strong pipeline from the ground up. You will identify, secure, and grow high-value partnerships that align with corporate priorities, producing compelling and commercially compelling propositions that demonstrate clear mutual benefit. Working collaboratively across the organisation, you will ensure partnerships support RLSS UK s mission and contribute to long term income growth. KEY TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES Strategy and Planning Develop and deliver RLSS UK s first corporate partnerships strategy, setting clear priorities and income targets for year one and beyond. Lead the development of a corporate partnerships income stream, building a sustainable portfolio of partnerships and relationships. Create the foundations for growth including a case for support, stewardship framework, pitch decks and templates and KPI and reporting tools. Establish systems and internal processes required for a corporate fundraising function. Use sector insights, benchmarking, and data to inform strategy and identify opportunities for growth. Partnership Development Build and actively manage a new business pipeline from scratch, ensuring consistent prospecting and follow up. Conduct in-depth prospect research to identify target companies, align commercial priorities, and map key decision makers. Develop compelling, tailored proposals, pitches, and partnership packages that clearly articulate impact and mutual value. Secure a diverse portfolio of partnerships including multi-year strategic, six-figure, Charity of the Year, cause-related marketing, and sponsorship agreements. Create cultivation journeys for high-value prospects, maintaining momentum from first contact to close. Represent RLSS UK externally at meetings, events, and networking opportunities, confidently positioning the organisation with senior stakeholders. Work closely with commercial colleagues to ensure alignment and avoid overlap with existing commercial contracts. Account Management Provide effective day-to-day relationship management to ensure partners feel supported, informed, and engaged with RLSS UK s mission. Deliver clear partnership growth plans that maximise income, engagement, impact, and mutual benefit. Identify and activate opportunities to expand partnerships across corporate philanthropy, payroll giving, strategic volunteering, sponsorship, cause-related marketing, and employee engagement. Build and maintain positive relationships with senior stakeholders, acting as a trusted and credible partner. Monitor partnership delivery against agreed KPIs and use insight to refine and strengthen activity over time. Produce high-quality written communications, proposals, and impact reports tailored to individual partners. Work collaboratively with colleagues across Fundraising, Marketing and Communications, Education, and Commercial teams to ensure consistent and high-quality delivery. Reporting and Evaluation Use data-driven insights and KPIs to evaluate and refine strategies for maximum impact, income growth, and return on investment. Ensure compliance with fundraising regulations, UK GDPR, and RLSS UK policies. Maintain accurate pipeline and forecasting information within the CRM system. Deliver annual reviews for partnerships to demonstrate impact and ensure all partnerships are meeting agreed KPIS. Identify emerging trends and opportunities to diversify income streams and enhance brand visibility. Other Duties & Responsibilities All other duties reasonably associated with your role, as directed by the Line Manager. Line management responsibility for the Supporter Engagement Executive, including performance and development, assigning day-to-day tasks and projects, and providing guidance and support. Ensure compliance with UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018 by complying with internal information governance policies and maintaining up-to-date documentation as part of RLSS UK s compliance programme. Demonstrate and uphold the Society s values and behavioural standards at all times. Help create an inclusive working environment where diversity is valued, everyone can contribute, and everyday actions ensure we meet our duty to uphold and promote equality. This job description is not to be regarded as exclusive or exhaustive. It is intended as an outline indication of areas of activity and responsibility and will be amended in light of the changing needs of the organisation. PERSON SPECIFICATION Essential Relevant Experience, Skills and/or Aptitudes Experience in business development, fundraising, partnerships, or relevant commercial roles. Ability to build strong relationships with senior internal and external stakeholders. Experience securing and managing partnerships across at least two of: Charity of the Year Strategic partnerships Sponsorship Cause related marketing/ brand licensing Confident pitching and negotiating with senior corporate leaders. Strong strategic thinking coupled with hands on delivery. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to create persuasive proposals and cases for support. Strong organisational and project management skills. Strong understanding of return on investment (ROI) and the ability to evaluate the effectiveness, sustainability, and value of fundraising activity. Strong understanding of CRM systems and fundraising technologies, and how these support effective partnership programmes. Understanding of fundraising regulation, GDPR, and ethical fundraising practices. Experience managing budgets and ensuring effective allocation of resources. Comfortable working in an environment where systems, processes, and programmes are being built from the ground up. Desirable Relevant Experience, Skills and/or Aptitudes Knowledge and understanding of RLSS UK. Previous experience of line management. Experience of working in a charity or organisation where corporate fundraising or partnerships have been developed from the ground up, including building systems, processes, and pipeline momentum. Experience working in a small team or start-up environment. Commercially minded, with a strong understanding of the corporate landscape and the ability to shape compelling, mutually beneficial partnership opportunities that align business priorities with charitable impact. ABOUT RLSS UK The Royal Life Saving Society UK (RLSS UK) is the leading charity for water safety and drowning prevention in the UK and Ireland. Our mission is to save lives by being the leader in lifesaving, lifeguarding, and water safety education so that everyone can enjoy water safely. We share our expertise, skills, and knowledge to empower people to enjoy water safely and achieve our vision; communities free from drowning. With increasing corporate focus on ESG, community safety, and employee wellbeing, RLSS UK is uniquely positioned to build strategic partnerships that help companies keep their people and communities safe around water. WHAT RLSS UK CAN OFFER YOU RLSS UK is a national Charity based in Worcester, and we offer great staff benefits including - Annual Leave based on 27 days + Bank Holidays + a discretionary day off for your birthday Private Medical Scheme Enhanced Society Sick Pay Eye Care Employee Assistance Programme via Health Assured Life Assurance Scheme Howdens Sports Benefits/Perks at Work Free RLSS UK Membership Free tea and coffee when working from HQ, including access to our wonderful Coffee Machine Free on-site parking when working from HQ Company Events and more! Subject to eligibility criteria YOUR APPLICATION Please send your CV along with a Cover Letter outlining why you should join our Income Generation and Engagement Team Closing Date 5.00pm, Wednesday 29th April 2026 Interview Date Thursday 7th May 2026 at our Worcester Head Office (subject to change) Should you wish to discuss the role . click apply for full job details
Application Security Architect Onsite in Bracknell Eligible for DV clearance £65-70k per annum + benefits package We are seeking an experienced Security Application Architect to support the delivery and ongoing evolution of a secure Gateway capability for a strategic UK defence customer . This role combines architectural ownership, secure design governance, and operational assurance within a high-security, mission-critical environment. You'll shape technical direction, drive change, and ensure resilient, compliant solution delivery across engineering and support teams. What you'll be doing; Own and design technical changes required to maintain and enhance Gateway capability Produce high-quality design documentation in collaboration with the customer and Programme Manager Support solution governance and architectural integrity Assist in maintaining secure, resilient and scalable infrastructure components across Windows and Linux environments Support monitoring and investigation of communications platforms such as email and XMPP-based chat, including the ability to review underlying conversation data where required for security analysis Contribute to file validation and inspection processes, ensuring transferred files conform to expected formats and security controls Your technical background;Core Infrastructure VMware/vSphere RHEL & Windows Server Microsoft Services Active Directory , including Group Policy (GPO), DNS integration, LDAP directory structures, and directory management/maintenance Resource management of server platforms and optimisation of system performance Trellix/McAfee security platforms SIEM integration , including syslog creation, forwarding and reporting pipelines Email security standards and protocols Linux & Platform Engineering Experience working within Red Hat Enterprise Linux environments Ability to write scripts to automate operational or security processes Familiarity with pattern matching techniques and regular expressions (Regex) , particularly within security or antivirus tooling Configuration and management of the standard RHEL Firewall Exposure to Linux-based security tooling and antivirus technologies Gateway Technologies Understanding of Gateway appliances and associated software Knowledge of secure communications protocols , including messaging platforms such as XMPP Security & Web Experience supporting file validation, inspection, and content verification within secure transfer environments If you are interested in discussing this Application Security Architect role further, please reply back with a copy of your updated CV.
Apr 13, 2026
Full time
Application Security Architect Onsite in Bracknell Eligible for DV clearance £65-70k per annum + benefits package We are seeking an experienced Security Application Architect to support the delivery and ongoing evolution of a secure Gateway capability for a strategic UK defence customer . This role combines architectural ownership, secure design governance, and operational assurance within a high-security, mission-critical environment. You'll shape technical direction, drive change, and ensure resilient, compliant solution delivery across engineering and support teams. What you'll be doing; Own and design technical changes required to maintain and enhance Gateway capability Produce high-quality design documentation in collaboration with the customer and Programme Manager Support solution governance and architectural integrity Assist in maintaining secure, resilient and scalable infrastructure components across Windows and Linux environments Support monitoring and investigation of communications platforms such as email and XMPP-based chat, including the ability to review underlying conversation data where required for security analysis Contribute to file validation and inspection processes, ensuring transferred files conform to expected formats and security controls Your technical background;Core Infrastructure VMware/vSphere RHEL & Windows Server Microsoft Services Active Directory , including Group Policy (GPO), DNS integration, LDAP directory structures, and directory management/maintenance Resource management of server platforms and optimisation of system performance Trellix/McAfee security platforms SIEM integration , including syslog creation, forwarding and reporting pipelines Email security standards and protocols Linux & Platform Engineering Experience working within Red Hat Enterprise Linux environments Ability to write scripts to automate operational or security processes Familiarity with pattern matching techniques and regular expressions (Regex) , particularly within security or antivirus tooling Configuration and management of the standard RHEL Firewall Exposure to Linux-based security tooling and antivirus technologies Gateway Technologies Understanding of Gateway appliances and associated software Knowledge of secure communications protocols , including messaging platforms such as XMPP Security & Web Experience supporting file validation, inspection, and content verification within secure transfer environments If you are interested in discussing this Application Security Architect role further, please reply back with a copy of your updated CV.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Cost Manager to join a well-established multidisciplinary construction consultancy in their Sheffield office. This is a fantastic chance for a Cost Manager with solid PQS experience to join a growing team working across a range of commercial, residential, and industrial developments. The Cost Manager The successful Cost Manager will become part of a dynamic team delivering high-quality cost consultancy services to a broad range of clients, including developers, local authorities, and private sector investors. The Cost Manager role will involve supporting senior staff and managing individual projects from inception through to completion, with a focus on cost planning, tendering, contract administration, and final accounts. This role is ideally suited to a Cost Manager who is looking to develop their career within a forward-thinking consultancy, with structured support towards MRICS chartership if not already achieved. The position offers exposure to varied and challenging projects, from major city centre redevelopments to large-scale industrial sheds and commercial refurbishments. Key Experience and Responsibilities: Demonstrable experience in a PQS (Professional Quantity Surveyor) environment Pre- and post-contract cost management duties Preparation of cost plans, estimates, and tender documentation Managing variations, valuations, and change control processes Supporting contract administration and project delivery Working closely with clients and design teams Required Qualifications and Skills: Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or a related construction discipline Progressing towards MRICS, or recently chartered Strong communication and client-facing skills A team-oriented approach with the ability to work independently when required What's in it for you? 40,000 - 55,000+ 25 Days holiday + Bank holidays Health insurance Hybrid working Generous Pension Plan Life assurance Mobile and Laptop Car allowance Regular socials Cycle to work scheme Supportive culture Flexible working conditions Great work-life balance Income protection Internal training programmes Death in Service contribution Health & Wellness programme If you are a Cost Manager considering your career opportunities, then please contact Dominic Jansen at Brandon James. (phone number removed) Reference Employers Agent / Surveying / Construction / MRICS / FRICS / Quantity Surveyor / Contract Administration / Associate Director / Construction Consultancy / Fee Generation / Pre-Construction Planning / Quantity Surveying / QS / Cost Manager / Cost Consultant / Consultancy
Apr 13, 2026
Full time
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Cost Manager to join a well-established multidisciplinary construction consultancy in their Sheffield office. This is a fantastic chance for a Cost Manager with solid PQS experience to join a growing team working across a range of commercial, residential, and industrial developments. The Cost Manager The successful Cost Manager will become part of a dynamic team delivering high-quality cost consultancy services to a broad range of clients, including developers, local authorities, and private sector investors. The Cost Manager role will involve supporting senior staff and managing individual projects from inception through to completion, with a focus on cost planning, tendering, contract administration, and final accounts. This role is ideally suited to a Cost Manager who is looking to develop their career within a forward-thinking consultancy, with structured support towards MRICS chartership if not already achieved. The position offers exposure to varied and challenging projects, from major city centre redevelopments to large-scale industrial sheds and commercial refurbishments. Key Experience and Responsibilities: Demonstrable experience in a PQS (Professional Quantity Surveyor) environment Pre- and post-contract cost management duties Preparation of cost plans, estimates, and tender documentation Managing variations, valuations, and change control processes Supporting contract administration and project delivery Working closely with clients and design teams Required Qualifications and Skills: Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or a related construction discipline Progressing towards MRICS, or recently chartered Strong communication and client-facing skills A team-oriented approach with the ability to work independently when required What's in it for you? 40,000 - 55,000+ 25 Days holiday + Bank holidays Health insurance Hybrid working Generous Pension Plan Life assurance Mobile and Laptop Car allowance Regular socials Cycle to work scheme Supportive culture Flexible working conditions Great work-life balance Income protection Internal training programmes Death in Service contribution Health & Wellness programme If you are a Cost Manager considering your career opportunities, then please contact Dominic Jansen at Brandon James. (phone number removed) Reference Employers Agent / Surveying / Construction / MRICS / FRICS / Quantity Surveyor / Contract Administration / Associate Director / Construction Consultancy / Fee Generation / Pre-Construction Planning / Quantity Surveying / QS / Cost Manager / Cost Consultant / Consultancy
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a New Product Introduction (NPI) Quality Assurance Engineer to join the Product Assurance team as they provide professional quality support to the Manufacturing team in the UK across all NPI Programs. Salary: Circa £50,000 depending on experience Dynamic (hybrid) working: Minimum 3 days per week on-site, due to workload classification Security Clearance: British Citizen. Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team. What we can offer you: Company bonus: Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year) Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% Overtime: opportunity for paid overtime Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave -enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more Healthcare Cash Plan: The Healthcare Cash Plan benefit provides the option to claim cash back on everyday healthcare expenses such as optical, dental, health and wellbeing and more . The Opportunity: You will provide an independent visibility and assurance that manufacturing and related processes are correctly applied across all NPI Programs. You will provide support and advice on all aspects of quality within New Product Introduction. You will provide support in the identification and implementation of sustainable process improvements to existing methods and processes. You will support Manufacturing in the identification and reduction of project risk or problem areas / issues associated with process application, process effectiveness or compliance across all NPI programs. Reporting to the Product Assurance Manager, responsibilities include the following activities: Provision of professional support and advice on all aspects of quality within NPI Manufacturing UK; apply quality expertise to critical business issues to support business excellence, continuous improvement and customer satisfaction. Provision of quality assurance assistance to NPI Manufacturing UK in support of manufacturing excellence including development and delivery of quality awareness and other process and quality-related training. Supporting Manufacturing UK on all NPI programmes to achieve cost, time and quality targets. Assessing and controlling the product assurance quality processes and the resulting outputs. Assuring to and implemented in Company production programmes, and providing the appropriate level of support to improve the effectivity of processes used by the Company Business Management System is correctly tailored within NPI Confirm through a programme of Independent assessments and audits that processes and quality requirements are being successfully implemented, applied, and improved. Provide reports to Management that identifies the outcome of audits and issues. Monitor and facilitate the progression of any improvements from audit activities and the timely closure of identified issues. Maintaining strong links with Quality Assurance colleagues across MBDA (UK and Overseas) to enable the dissemination and achievement of Quality Objectives within NPI Manufacturing UK. Work with Product Assurance Managers and other functions to define appropriate risk reduction strategies/action plans Provide advice and help in the use of SAP as the non-conformance management tool and identify SAP improvement with respect to the Quality Module. Facilitation and/or support to various levels of Non-Conformance Review Panels Analysis of non-conformance defect data and acting on this data to undertake problem solving investigations identifying defect root cause and corrective action implementation. Assure compliance to the company BMS requirements within NPI manufacturing Support DFMEAs giving a manufacturing perspective, driving producibility. Facilitate PFMEAs for NPI products, ensuring they are suitably reviewed and kept topical throughout the NPI process Assuring early adoption and compliance to the Industrial Validation BMS Supporting lessons learnt activities and facilitating the outcomes of these into future programs of work Support the creation and update of Manufacturing Proposals by providing appropriate data and lesson learnt. Ensuring these are then appropriately captured within the Manufacturing Requirements Support and provide appropriate input to Design and PG Reviews What are the benefits for you? Working in a high technology environment ranging from the manufacture of CCA assemblies through to live build of weapon systems, your broad range of skill and expertise will be called upon to support quality and process improvement initiatives as we drive to maintain our reputation as a leading manufacturer of guided weapon systems Become a member of a well-established and value added team within a world leading Defence business, directly supporting the delivery of assured, complex weapons systems to both internal and external customers. Opportunities to develop personal, profession and behavioural skills to enable future further progression with the function and business What we're looking for from you: Ideally qualified to minimum HNC/HND in relevant subject. Quality professional, experienced in process-based integrated management systems & business improvement in an engineering / manufacturing environment. Experience using both risk management and practical problem solving tools e.g. 8D, 5Y, PFMEA etc. Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office packages (PowerPoint, Word and Excel) Quality Auditing experience required Knowledge and experience of EN/AS9100 Excellent interpersonal skills Good planning and organising skills to ensure multiple tasks are prioritised and monitored to deliver set objectives Capability to identify sustainable business improvements & ensure effective implementation Recognise and understand internal and external customer requirements, and respond to them Ability to communicate and influence effectively at all levels of the organisation Highly self-motivated and demonstrate a determination and persistence to deliver results despite obstacles and setbacks Recognise and understand regulatory and certification requirements, and respond to them Understanding of AS9145 APQP/PPAP - Desirable Understanding of AS9102 -First Article Inspection Requirements Position is based in Stevenage, but will require regular support to Manufacturing at other MBDA sites, including Bolton and Henlow. Travel (both UK and international) will be required. Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom. We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability and more We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process. Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information.
Apr 13, 2026
Full time
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a New Product Introduction (NPI) Quality Assurance Engineer to join the Product Assurance team as they provide professional quality support to the Manufacturing team in the UK across all NPI Programs. Salary: Circa £50,000 depending on experience Dynamic (hybrid) working: Minimum 3 days per week on-site, due to workload classification Security Clearance: British Citizen. Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team. What we can offer you: Company bonus: Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year) Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% Overtime: opportunity for paid overtime Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave -enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more Healthcare Cash Plan: The Healthcare Cash Plan benefit provides the option to claim cash back on everyday healthcare expenses such as optical, dental, health and wellbeing and more . The Opportunity: You will provide an independent visibility and assurance that manufacturing and related processes are correctly applied across all NPI Programs. You will provide support and advice on all aspects of quality within New Product Introduction. You will provide support in the identification and implementation of sustainable process improvements to existing methods and processes. You will support Manufacturing in the identification and reduction of project risk or problem areas / issues associated with process application, process effectiveness or compliance across all NPI programs. Reporting to the Product Assurance Manager, responsibilities include the following activities: Provision of professional support and advice on all aspects of quality within NPI Manufacturing UK; apply quality expertise to critical business issues to support business excellence, continuous improvement and customer satisfaction. Provision of quality assurance assistance to NPI Manufacturing UK in support of manufacturing excellence including development and delivery of quality awareness and other process and quality-related training. Supporting Manufacturing UK on all NPI programmes to achieve cost, time and quality targets. Assessing and controlling the product assurance quality processes and the resulting outputs. Assuring to and implemented in Company production programmes, and providing the appropriate level of support to improve the effectivity of processes used by the Company Business Management System is correctly tailored within NPI Confirm through a programme of Independent assessments and audits that processes and quality requirements are being successfully implemented, applied, and improved. Provide reports to Management that identifies the outcome of audits and issues. Monitor and facilitate the progression of any improvements from audit activities and the timely closure of identified issues. Maintaining strong links with Quality Assurance colleagues across MBDA (UK and Overseas) to enable the dissemination and achievement of Quality Objectives within NPI Manufacturing UK. Work with Product Assurance Managers and other functions to define appropriate risk reduction strategies/action plans Provide advice and help in the use of SAP as the non-conformance management tool and identify SAP improvement with respect to the Quality Module. Facilitation and/or support to various levels of Non-Conformance Review Panels Analysis of non-conformance defect data and acting on this data to undertake problem solving investigations identifying defect root cause and corrective action implementation. Assure compliance to the company BMS requirements within NPI manufacturing Support DFMEAs giving a manufacturing perspective, driving producibility. Facilitate PFMEAs for NPI products, ensuring they are suitably reviewed and kept topical throughout the NPI process Assuring early adoption and compliance to the Industrial Validation BMS Supporting lessons learnt activities and facilitating the outcomes of these into future programs of work Support the creation and update of Manufacturing Proposals by providing appropriate data and lesson learnt. Ensuring these are then appropriately captured within the Manufacturing Requirements Support and provide appropriate input to Design and PG Reviews What are the benefits for you? Working in a high technology environment ranging from the manufacture of CCA assemblies through to live build of weapon systems, your broad range of skill and expertise will be called upon to support quality and process improvement initiatives as we drive to maintain our reputation as a leading manufacturer of guided weapon systems Become a member of a well-established and value added team within a world leading Defence business, directly supporting the delivery of assured, complex weapons systems to both internal and external customers. Opportunities to develop personal, profession and behavioural skills to enable future further progression with the function and business What we're looking for from you: Ideally qualified to minimum HNC/HND in relevant subject. Quality professional, experienced in process-based integrated management systems & business improvement in an engineering / manufacturing environment. Experience using both risk management and practical problem solving tools e.g. 8D, 5Y, PFMEA etc. Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office packages (PowerPoint, Word and Excel) Quality Auditing experience required Knowledge and experience of EN/AS9100 Excellent interpersonal skills Good planning and organising skills to ensure multiple tasks are prioritised and monitored to deliver set objectives Capability to identify sustainable business improvements & ensure effective implementation Recognise and understand internal and external customer requirements, and respond to them Ability to communicate and influence effectively at all levels of the organisation Highly self-motivated and demonstrate a determination and persistence to deliver results despite obstacles and setbacks Recognise and understand regulatory and certification requirements, and respond to them Understanding of AS9145 APQP/PPAP - Desirable Understanding of AS9102 -First Article Inspection Requirements Position is based in Stevenage, but will require regular support to Manufacturing at other MBDA sites, including Bolton and Henlow. Travel (both UK and international) will be required. Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom. We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability and more We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process. Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information.
