Arthur J. Gallagher & Co. (AJG)
Overview We're looking for an experienced and dynamic leader to join our team as the Head of Major and Complex Loss. In this senior role, you'll lead a team of highly skilled loss adjusters, overseeing the management of high-value and complex property claims. Combining technical expertise, operational management, and strategic oversight, you'll play a key role in delivering exceptional client outcomes and driving team performance. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a strong background in property loss adjusting and leadership, who is passionate about achieving excellence in client service and team development. How you'll make an impact Leadership and Team Management Lead and manage a team of Major and Complex Loss (MCL) adjusters, providing guidance, support, and performance oversight. Inspire, train, and motivate colleagues to maintain the highest standards of performance. Define clear systems and structures to ensure team members are effectively utilised and understand their roles. Foster a culture of continuous improvement, striving for excellence in client and customer service. Claims Handling Personally manage a portfolio of major and complex property loss claims from instruction to settlement. Ensure all claims are handled in line with company and client service standards and KPIs. Produce high-quality, personalised reports and correspondence. Client and Stakeholder Engagement Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, brokers, and other stakeholders. Represent the organisation in the insurance market and at senior client levels, safeguarding the quality, integrity, and reputation of the business. Engage with existing clients to maintain and grow relationships, ensuring client satisfaction and retention. Strategic and Operational Oversight Provide strategic input to improve team performance and client outcomes. Collaborate with operational directors to ensure flexibility and responsiveness to fluctuating claim volumes. Deliver strong financial performance aligned with agreed budgets. Participate in tenders, presentations, and other business development activities. Technical Excellence Demonstrate a high level of technical quality and service delivery. Chair technical meetings and seminars to enhance internal and external technical output. Identify, secure, and develop training materials to support team development. About You Proven experience in property loss adjusting and managing major and complex claims, with deep knowledge of commercial property claims. ACILA/FCILA professional qualification required. Demonstrated leadership or team management experience, with the ability to inspire, motivate, and develop a team of experienced professionals. Strong operational management skills, including designing systems and workflows. Excellent interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills. Confidence in engaging with senior client stakeholders and representing the business at a high level. Strong written, verbal, and presentation skills. Ability to work effectively under pressure in a fast-paced environment. Flexible and adaptable approach to work, with strong organisational skills. Full, clean driving licence. Eligible to work in the UK. Compensation and benefits On top of a competitive salary, great teams and exciting career opportunities, we also offer a wide range of benefits. Below are the minimum core benefits you'll get, depending on your job level these benefits may improve: Minimum of 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays, and the option to 'buy' extra days Defined contribution pension scheme, which Gallagher will also contribute to Life insurance, which will pay 4x your basic annual salary, which you can top up to 10x Income protection, we'll cover up to 50% of your annual income, with options to top up Health cash plan or Private medical insurance Other benefits include: Three fully paid volunteering days per year Employee Stock Purchase plan, offering company shares at a discount Share incentive plan, HMRC approved, tax effective, stock purchase plan Critical illness cover Discounted gym membership, with over 3,000 gyms nationally Season ticket loan Access to a discounted voucher portal to save money on your weekly shop or next big purchase Emergency back up family care And many more We value inclusion and diversity Inclusion and diversity (I&D) is a core part of our business, and it's embedded into the fabric of our organisation. For more than 95 years, Gallagher has led with a commitment to sustainability and to support the communities where we live and work. Gallagher embraces our employees' diverse identities, experiences and talents, allowing us to better serve our clients and communities. We see inclusion as a conscious commitment and diversity as a vital strength. By embracing diversity in all its forms, we live out The Gallagher Way to its fullest. Gallagher is Disability Confident Committed. We have pledged to make sure our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible, in addition to supporting our existing employees with any long term health conditions or disabilities. We understand that applicants may have disabilities, if you do, you may find some parts of the recruitment process more challenging than others. Don't worry, we're here to help, however, we can only do this if you let us know. Should you require reasonable adjustments to your application, please get in touch with . If you'd prefer to speak on the phone, please request a call back, leaving details, so we get in touch. Our employing entity, Arthur J. Gallagher Services (UK) Limited, is proud to be accredited as a Living Wage employer with the Living Wage Foundation. We are committed to diversity and opportunity for all and are opposed to any form of less favourable treatment on the grounds of gender or gender identity, marital status, civil partnership status, parental status, race, ethnicity, colour, nationality, disability, sexual orientation, religion/ belief, age and those with caring responsibilities. Gallagher believes that all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunity and prohibits any form of discrimination by its managers, employees, vendors or customers based on race, color, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy status), sexual orientation, gender identity (which includes transgender and other gender non conforming individuals), gender expression, hair expression, marital status, parental status, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran or military status, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected (herein referred to as "protected characteristics") by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Equal employment opportunity will be extended in all aspects of the employer employee relationship, including, but not limited to, recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, demotion, compensation, benefits, layoff, and termination. In addition, Gallagher will make reasonable accommodations to known physical or mental limitations of an otherwise qualified person with a disability, unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business.
Overview We're looking for an experienced and dynamic leader to join our team as the Head of Major and Complex Loss. In this senior role, you'll lead a team of highly skilled loss adjusters, overseeing the management of high-value and complex property claims. Combining technical expertise, operational management, and strategic oversight, you'll play a key role in delivering exceptional client outcomes and driving team performance. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a strong background in property loss adjusting and leadership, who is passionate about achieving excellence in client service and team development. How you'll make an impact Leadership and Team Management Lead and manage a team of Major and Complex Loss (MCL) adjusters, providing guidance, support, and performance oversight. Inspire, train, and motivate colleagues to maintain the highest standards of performance. Define clear systems and structures to ensure team members are effectively utilised and understand their roles. Foster a culture of continuous improvement, striving for excellence in client and customer service. Claims Handling Personally manage a portfolio of major and complex property loss claims from instruction to settlement. Ensure all claims are handled in line with company and client service standards and KPIs. Produce high-quality, personalised reports and correspondence. Client and Stakeholder Engagement Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, brokers, and other stakeholders. Represent the organisation in the insurance market and at senior client levels, safeguarding the quality, integrity, and reputation of the business. Engage with existing clients to maintain and grow relationships, ensuring client satisfaction and retention. Strategic and Operational Oversight Provide strategic input to improve team performance and client outcomes. Collaborate with operational directors to ensure flexibility and responsiveness to fluctuating claim volumes. Deliver strong financial performance aligned with agreed budgets. Participate in tenders, presentations, and other business development activities. Technical Excellence Demonstrate a high level of technical quality and service delivery. Chair technical meetings and seminars to enhance internal and external technical output. Identify, secure, and develop training materials to support team development. About You Proven experience in property loss adjusting and managing major and complex claims, with deep knowledge of commercial property claims. ACILA/FCILA professional qualification required. Demonstrated leadership or team management experience, with the ability to inspire, motivate, and develop a team of experienced professionals. Strong operational management skills, including designing systems and workflows. Excellent interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills. Confidence in engaging with senior client stakeholders and representing the business at a high level. Strong written, verbal, and presentation skills. Ability to work effectively under pressure in a fast-paced environment. Flexible and adaptable approach to work, with strong organisational skills. Full, clean driving licence. Eligible to work in the UK. Compensation and benefits On top of a competitive salary, great teams and exciting career opportunities, we also offer a wide range of benefits. Below are the minimum core benefits you'll get, depending on your job level these benefits may improve: Minimum of 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays, and the option to 'buy' extra days Defined contribution pension scheme, which Gallagher will also contribute to Life insurance, which will pay 4x your basic annual salary, which you can top up to 10x Income protection, we'll cover up to 50% of your annual income, with options to top up Health cash plan or Private medical insurance Other benefits include: Three fully paid volunteering days per year Employee Stock Purchase plan, offering company shares at a discount Share incentive plan, HMRC approved, tax effective, stock purchase plan Critical illness cover Discounted gym membership, with over 3,000 gyms nationally Season ticket loan Access to a discounted voucher portal to save money on your weekly shop or next big purchase Emergency back up family care And many more We value inclusion and diversity Inclusion and diversity (I&D) is a core part of our business, and it's embedded into the fabric of our organisation. For more than 95 years, Gallagher has led with a commitment to sustainability and to support the communities where we live and work. Gallagher embraces our employees' diverse identities, experiences and talents, allowing us to better serve our clients and communities. We see inclusion as a conscious commitment and diversity as a vital strength. By embracing diversity in all its forms, we live out The Gallagher Way to its fullest. Gallagher is Disability Confident Committed. We have pledged to make sure our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible, in addition to supporting our existing employees with any long term health conditions or disabilities. We understand that applicants may have disabilities, if you do, you may find some parts of the recruitment process more challenging than others. Don't worry, we're here to help, however, we can only do this if you let us know. Should you require reasonable adjustments to your application, please get in touch with . If you'd prefer to speak on the phone, please request a call back, leaving details, so we get in touch. Our employing entity, Arthur J. Gallagher Services (UK) Limited, is proud to be accredited as a Living Wage employer with the Living Wage Foundation. We are committed to diversity and opportunity for all and are opposed to any form of less favourable treatment on the grounds of gender or gender identity, marital status, civil partnership status, parental status, race, ethnicity, colour, nationality, disability, sexual orientation, religion/ belief, age and those with caring responsibilities. Gallagher believes that all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunity and prohibits any form of discrimination by its managers, employees, vendors or customers based on race, color, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy status), sexual orientation, gender identity (which includes transgender and other gender non conforming individuals), gender expression, hair expression, marital status, parental status, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran or military status, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected (herein referred to as "protected characteristics") by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Equal employment opportunity will be extended in all aspects of the employer employee relationship, including, but not limited to, recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, demotion, compensation, benefits, layoff, and termination. In addition, Gallagher will make reasonable accommodations to known physical or mental limitations of an otherwise qualified person with a disability, unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business.
Qargo TMS
About Qargo Qargo is a cloud-based (SaaS) Transport Management Platform. We are a scale-up based in London and Ghent (Belgium), rapidly expanding across Europe. The platform is an 'all-in-one system', handling everything from initial order entry to final invoicing. It optimises planning and has a built-in AI feature that automates lengthy manual tasks. Qargo is designed to help modern logistics operations run more efficiently, while increasing profitability and sustainability. We're looking for a Regional Marketing Director to join our team in London If you're looking to work in an international company in a role that offers autonomy, ownership and impact, this is the role for you! About the Role Qargo is hiring its first Regional Marketing Director to own and scale the full marketing function across the UK and Europe - excluding events, which sit separately under the Head of Commercial. This is a hands on management role with broad scope. You will be responsible for content strategy, website and digital presence, paid acquisition, brand positioning, and demand generation. You will inherit a capable team and be expected to build on existing foundations while raising the bar on execution, measurement, and strategic impact. The role sits within the Commercial organisation and works closely with Sales, Partnerships, Rev Operations, Customer Success, Enablement and Product. You will have a direct line to the Head of Commercial and significant autonomy to shape the marketing strategy. Key Responsibilities Strategy & Leadership Define and execute a regional marketing strategy aligned with commercial targets across the UK and Europe. Own the marketing roadmap: set priorities, allocate budget, and measure ROI across all channels. Build a high performing marketing team - coach, develop, and retain talent. Manage several direct reports (content, digital/web, and campaigns). Serve as the senior marketing voice in commercial leadership discussions. Translate business objectives into marketing plans with clear KPIs. Demand Generation & Paid Acquisition Design and manage multi channel demand generation programs (paid search, paid social, display, retargeting) to drive qualified pipeline for Sales. Own marketing sourced and marketing influenced pipeline targets. Report on funnel metrics from impression to closed won. Continuously test, optimise, and scale campaigns. Manage agency relationships where applicable. Content & Brand Set the content strategy: thought leadership, case studies, whitepapers, blog, video, and social. Position Qargo as the category leader in intelligent transport management. Ensure brand consistency and quality across all touchpoints - website, collateral, advertising, and partner materials. Translate complex product capabilities (AI automation, route optimisation, real time visibility) into compelling narratives for operational and executive audiences in logistics. Website & Digital Own the website as Qargo's primary conversion engine. Drive improvements in traffic, engagement, and lead capture. Manage SEO strategy and organic growth. Oversee marketing technology stack (CRM/marketing automation, analytics, attribution). Market Intelligence Monitor competitive landscape, market trends, and customer insights. Feed intelligence back into product, sales, and leadership. Localise messaging and campaigns for different European markets where relevant Skills & Experience 5+ years of B2B marketing experience, with at least 3 years in a senior or director level role. Proven track record of building and managing demand generation programs that deliver measurable pipeline and revenue impact. Experience managing a marketing team (3+ people) and developing talent. Strong command of paid acquisition, content marketing, SEO, and marketing analytics. Hands on experience with marketing automation and CRM platforms (e.g. HubSpot, Salesforce, Marketo). Excellent written and verbal communication. Able to craft compelling messaging for technical and non technical audiences. Comfort operating in a fast paced, scale up environment with limited legacy process. Preferred Experience in logistics, supply chain, transport, or B2B SaaS serving operational industries. Familiarity with the European logistics market - particularly the UK, Benelux, France, or DACH. Experience marketing AI or automation products. Background working alongside or within a commercial/sales led organisation. Multi market or multi language campaign experience. What We Offer A high impact management role at a company in rapid growth, backed by Sofina and Balderton Capital. Significant autonomy to shape the marketing function and strategy. A collaborative, transparent culture that values ownership and curiosity. Hybrid working from our London office at the WeWork Aviation House, Holborn. Competitive compensation package. The opportunity to define how an emerging category leader goes to market across Europe.
About Qargo Qargo is a cloud-based (SaaS) Transport Management Platform. We are a scale-up based in London and Ghent (Belgium), rapidly expanding across Europe. The platform is an 'all-in-one system', handling everything from initial order entry to final invoicing. It optimises planning and has a built-in AI feature that automates lengthy manual tasks. Qargo is designed to help modern logistics operations run more efficiently, while increasing profitability and sustainability. We're looking for a Regional Marketing Director to join our team in London If you're looking to work in an international company in a role that offers autonomy, ownership and impact, this is the role for you! About the Role Qargo is hiring its first Regional Marketing Director to own and scale the full marketing function across the UK and Europe - excluding events, which sit separately under the Head of Commercial. This is a hands on management role with broad scope. You will be responsible for content strategy, website and digital presence, paid acquisition, brand positioning, and demand generation. You will inherit a capable team and be expected to build on existing foundations while raising the bar on execution, measurement, and strategic impact. The role sits within the Commercial organisation and works closely with Sales, Partnerships, Rev Operations, Customer Success, Enablement and Product. You will have a direct line to the Head of Commercial and significant autonomy to shape the marketing strategy. Key Responsibilities Strategy & Leadership Define and execute a regional marketing strategy aligned with commercial targets across the UK and Europe. Own the marketing roadmap: set priorities, allocate budget, and measure ROI across all channels. Build a high performing marketing team - coach, develop, and retain talent. Manage several direct reports (content, digital/web, and campaigns). Serve as the senior marketing voice in commercial leadership discussions. Translate business objectives into marketing plans with clear KPIs. Demand Generation & Paid Acquisition Design and manage multi channel demand generation programs (paid search, paid social, display, retargeting) to drive qualified pipeline for Sales. Own marketing sourced and marketing influenced pipeline targets. Report on funnel metrics from impression to closed won. Continuously test, optimise, and scale campaigns. Manage agency relationships where applicable. Content & Brand Set the content strategy: thought leadership, case studies, whitepapers, blog, video, and social. Position Qargo as the category leader in intelligent transport management. Ensure brand consistency and quality across all touchpoints - website, collateral, advertising, and partner materials. Translate complex product capabilities (AI automation, route optimisation, real time visibility) into compelling narratives for operational and executive audiences in logistics. Website & Digital Own the website as Qargo's primary conversion engine. Drive improvements in traffic, engagement, and lead capture. Manage SEO strategy and organic growth. Oversee marketing technology stack (CRM/marketing automation, analytics, attribution). Market Intelligence Monitor competitive landscape, market trends, and customer insights. Feed intelligence back into product, sales, and leadership. Localise messaging and campaigns for different European markets where relevant Skills & Experience 5+ years of B2B marketing experience, with at least 3 years in a senior or director level role. Proven track record of building and managing demand generation programs that deliver measurable pipeline and revenue impact. Experience managing a marketing team (3+ people) and developing talent. Strong command of paid acquisition, content marketing, SEO, and marketing analytics. Hands on experience with marketing automation and CRM platforms (e.g. HubSpot, Salesforce, Marketo). Excellent written and verbal communication. Able to craft compelling messaging for technical and non technical audiences. Comfort operating in a fast paced, scale up environment with limited legacy process. Preferred Experience in logistics, supply chain, transport, or B2B SaaS serving operational industries. Familiarity with the European logistics market - particularly the UK, Benelux, France, or DACH. Experience marketing AI or automation products. Background working alongside or within a commercial/sales led organisation. Multi market or multi language campaign experience. What We Offer A high impact management role at a company in rapid growth, backed by Sofina and Balderton Capital. Significant autonomy to shape the marketing function and strategy. A collaborative, transparent culture that values ownership and curiosity. Hybrid working from our London office at the WeWork Aviation House, Holborn. Competitive compensation package. The opportunity to define how an emerging category leader goes to market across Europe.
Saint-Gobain
Are you an experienced Automation Engineer with a thirst for travel, looking for an amazing opportunity to be integral in the growth of our business by being responsible for the programming, testing and commissioning of our controls systems in our newly acquired or newly built sites around the world? At Saint-Gobain we are looking for an Automation Engineer to work in our Technical Production team, helping to deliver multi-million-pound projects across the globe. You'll be working as part of a small team based out of our East Leake headquarters and will be working on projects abroad for an average of half the year. Some of our recent project locations include France, Spain, Canada and the USA, therefore this role is truly the perfect way to combine your passions of travel and engineering! The Automation Engineer will specifically lead the safe implementation of capital projects for the thermal processes in our plants including programming, testing and commissioning on multi-million-pound projects globally. The Automation Engineer will be a crucial part of a technically minded world class engineering team and will be responsible for the management of their own exciting portfolio of projects, liaising with several key departments and key stakeholders cross-functionally. This is a challenging role where there will be international travel to oversee the various stages, handover of finalised projects and ongoing technical mentoring. It's a fantastic opportunity to make your mark on some of our upcoming best in class manufacturing facility projects in a vital cog in the Saint Gobain business model. Saint-Gobain designs, manufactures and distributes materials and services for the construction and industrial markets. These solutions are found everywhere in our living places and our daily life: in buildings, transportation, infrastructure and in many industrial applications. They provide comfort, performance and sustainability while meeting the challenges of the decarbonization of the world of construction and industry, the preservation of resources and rapid urbanisation. To be successful in your application you'll need to live within a commutable distance from our East Leake office but be flexible to travel globally. In return for your expertise and flexibility we're offering a competitive salary plus bonus, pension and many other benefits too, including healthcare options. You'll also get an allowance for your time abroad. What we're looking for: Ideally degree educated in Controls, Electrical Engineering or a comparable discipline Project management experience, dealing with capex investments Previous experience in programming, installation and testing of new PLC controls systems (Siemens/Rockwell) Proven experience in Process Automation, ideally relating to thermal processes in a manufacturing environment Experience with CI and WCM methodologies A collaborative style of work with the ability to liaise with stakeholders, suppliers and wider teams Presentation and communication skills, you'll be delivering training to our local teams What you'll be doing: Support Project Managers on major projects undertaken by GMT worldwide or existing operations to deliver installations on time and to budget Delivery of solutions for the best performance at lowest cost giving due regard to safety, operability, maintainability etc. Ensure efficient handover of projects ensuring full documentation, training, support and then provide support to operating plants on our global projects Scope and develop initial designs and layouts for capital projects, and then expand them into detailed plans and drawings providing feasibility studies, specifications and budget estimates for capital schemes right to commissioning of new equipment and processes Is Saint-Gobain an inclusive employer? Saint-Gobain is a worldwide leader in light and sustainable construction, following our purpose of 'Making the World a Better Home'. We play a part in improving daily life through high-performance solutions. From wherever you are, let your unique personality and our values guide you every day to invent a more sustainable world. We understand that a diverse workplace is not only a more enjoyable place to be, but also facilitates better decision making and innovation. So, whoever you are, and whichever Saint-Gobain business you join, you can be sure of a warm welcome with us. And what about flexibility? At Saint-Gobain, we're always open to new ways of working. Everyone has different needs and commitments. We'll happily discuss any need you might have for this role. Whilst we can't promise to meet every request when we're recruiting, we do promise to listen. If you match our criteria, we will be in touch to discuss your experience and more about you as a person, we look forward to hearing from you!
Are you an experienced Automation Engineer with a thirst for travel, looking for an amazing opportunity to be integral in the growth of our business by being responsible for the programming, testing and commissioning of our controls systems in our newly acquired or newly built sites around the world? At Saint-Gobain we are looking for an Automation Engineer to work in our Technical Production team, helping to deliver multi-million-pound projects across the globe. You'll be working as part of a small team based out of our East Leake headquarters and will be working on projects abroad for an average of half the year. Some of our recent project locations include France, Spain, Canada and the USA, therefore this role is truly the perfect way to combine your passions of travel and engineering! The Automation Engineer will specifically lead the safe implementation of capital projects for the thermal processes in our plants including programming, testing and commissioning on multi-million-pound projects globally. The Automation Engineer will be a crucial part of a technically minded world class engineering team and will be responsible for the management of their own exciting portfolio of projects, liaising with several key departments and key stakeholders cross-functionally. This is a challenging role where there will be international travel to oversee the various stages, handover of finalised projects and ongoing technical mentoring. It's a fantastic opportunity to make your mark on some of our upcoming best in class manufacturing facility projects in a vital cog in the Saint Gobain business model. Saint-Gobain designs, manufactures and distributes materials and services for the construction and industrial markets. These solutions are found everywhere in our living places and our daily life: in buildings, transportation, infrastructure and in many industrial applications. They provide comfort, performance and sustainability while meeting the challenges of the decarbonization of the world of construction and industry, the preservation of resources and rapid urbanisation. To be successful in your application you'll need to live within a commutable distance from our East Leake office but be flexible to travel globally. In return for your expertise and flexibility we're offering a competitive salary plus bonus, pension and many other benefits too, including healthcare options. You'll also get an allowance for your time abroad. What we're looking for: Ideally degree educated in Controls, Electrical Engineering or a comparable discipline Project management experience, dealing with capex investments Previous experience in programming, installation and testing of new PLC controls systems (Siemens/Rockwell) Proven experience in Process Automation, ideally relating to thermal processes in a manufacturing environment Experience with CI and WCM methodologies A collaborative style of work with the ability to liaise with stakeholders, suppliers and wider teams Presentation and communication skills, you'll be delivering training to our local teams What you'll be doing: Support Project Managers on major projects undertaken by GMT worldwide or existing operations to deliver installations on time and to budget Delivery of solutions for the best performance at lowest cost giving due regard to safety, operability, maintainability etc. Ensure efficient handover of projects ensuring full documentation, training, support and then provide support to operating plants on our global projects Scope and develop initial designs and layouts for capital projects, and then expand them into detailed plans and drawings providing feasibility studies, specifications and budget estimates for capital schemes right to commissioning of new equipment and processes Is Saint-Gobain an inclusive employer? Saint-Gobain is a worldwide leader in light and sustainable construction, following our purpose of 'Making the World a Better Home'. We play a part in improving daily life through high-performance solutions. From wherever you are, let your unique personality and our values guide you every day to invent a more sustainable world. We understand that a diverse workplace is not only a more enjoyable place to be, but also facilitates better decision making and innovation. So, whoever you are, and whichever Saint-Gobain business you join, you can be sure of a warm welcome with us. And what about flexibility? At Saint-Gobain, we're always open to new ways of working. Everyone has different needs and commitments. We'll happily discuss any need you might have for this role. Whilst we can't promise to meet every request when we're recruiting, we do promise to listen. If you match our criteria, we will be in touch to discuss your experience and more about you as a person, we look forward to hearing from you!
Kingdom People
City, Manchester
Regional Director of Project Management - Northern Region An Introduction: Day to day, you will report into the Senior Director in charge of the Manchester Office, but you will also work closely with the Head of Project Management for UK and Ireland on service line specific issues. Working directly with other Senior Directors, the primary focus of the role is to grow the project management service line in the North, by securing work from new and existing clients. As well as working to develop and grow the service line across Manchester and Leeds, you will be working with existing clients on a range of high-profile projects across several sectors, including industrial, office, purpose-built student accommodation and build to rent. My client will leverage these relationships to support the service line growth however the candidate must have their own existing client base to generate fee income. As a commercially focused consultant, you will maintain and further develop client relationships, as well as progressing your own career. The Role: Coordinate business development, marketing, resourcing, and knowledge sharing Champion excellence in service delivery internally; driving improvements to working practices including templates and quality control Advocate and oversee operational and process improvement, promoting innovation and new ways of working Drive and manage consistency and adherence to best practice Promote the business for new and existing clients, supporting marketing as required Identify service line priorities and link back to the service line business plan, update annually Set SMART actions for the team and support delivery, updating progress quarterly Celebrate successes internally and externally Ensure marketing materials are up to date Support the project management community of practice across the business Support the success of each team member and continue to grow and develop all Technology oriented to share information centrally Team leadership and management, including dealing with performance concerns Knowledge Be aware of the latest commercial property challenges technically and commercially Be aware of market trends to inform business direction Identify areas of personal development to enhance performance Be aware of the latest legislation and statutory requirements of the Building Safety Act Accountablities: Manage and drive the clients project management service line within the Manchester and Leeds offices bringing a profile of technical strength and commercial excellent, to complement the existing team. As well as being a hands-on delivery role, you will help develop and deliver against a business plan for project management across the business. Support the management and development of the technical team, to deliver quality project management services to existing and new clients End to end project management delivery Achieving performance targets (fee delivery and business development) Liaise with the Service Hub Leaders across Built Asset, Development and Engineering & Sustainability to align services with strategic goals and performance standards Demonstrate leadership: lead and engage the wider service line group to develop the clients offer. Coach and mentor junior team members to develop their knowledge and confidence Network effectively with existing commercial clients and agreed targets The Candidate: Relevant degree equivalent qualification and MRICS Personable and confident with industry contacts Hands-on high-quality delivery of technical services, demonstrating expertise in project management Gain client trust with regard to commercial confidentiality be a direct contact for instructions Demonstrable ability to influence, lead and respond constructively to challenges Existing project management client base with potential to generate new work and introductions Attain financial targets (2.75 base salary for directors), and support and manage the performance of others Engage with the team to win work and deliver profitability Inspire others to achieve, and help in their development, through mentoring, coaching and achieving engaging appraisal discussions Demonstrate excellent team skills, embracing the support and expertise of the wider business Demonstrate a detailed understanding of the market trends, client base and competitor dynamics within the Manchester and Leeds region Prioritise work effectively to enable quality of work and wellbeing for self and team Client facing and comfortable in business development Able to handle multiple jobs and manage your own workload Risk-manage through best practice aligned with the Risk Management Guidance protocol Confident and concise communicator both verbally and in writing Package Competitive salary and car allowance Flexible & hybrid working Fee Plus bonus scheme, director bonus scheme, mobile phone & laptop, personal accident cover, private health care (after 6 months), life assurance, 27 days holiday, 1 day charity leave per year and annual wellbeing day. Company contributory pension scheme after 3 months Season ticket loan and cycle scheme on completion of probationary period
Regional Director of Project Management - Northern Region An Introduction: Day to day, you will report into the Senior Director in charge of the Manchester Office, but you will also work closely with the Head of Project Management for UK and Ireland on service line specific issues. Working directly with other Senior Directors, the primary focus of the role is to grow the project management service line in the North, by securing work from new and existing clients. As well as working to develop and grow the service line across Manchester and Leeds, you will be working with existing clients on a range of high-profile projects across several sectors, including industrial, office, purpose-built student accommodation and build to rent. My client will leverage these relationships to support the service line growth however the candidate must have their own existing client base to generate fee income. As a commercially focused consultant, you will maintain and further develop client relationships, as well as progressing your own career. The Role: Coordinate business development, marketing, resourcing, and knowledge sharing Champion excellence in service delivery internally; driving improvements to working practices including templates and quality control Advocate and oversee operational and process improvement, promoting innovation and new ways of working Drive and manage consistency and adherence to best practice Promote the business for new and existing clients, supporting marketing as required Identify service line priorities and link back to the service line business plan, update annually Set SMART actions for the team and support delivery, updating progress quarterly Celebrate successes internally and externally Ensure marketing materials are up to date Support the project management community of practice across the business Support the success of each team member and continue to grow and develop all Technology oriented to share information centrally Team leadership and management, including dealing with performance concerns Knowledge Be aware of the latest commercial property challenges technically and commercially Be aware of market trends to inform business direction Identify areas of personal development to enhance performance Be aware of the latest legislation and statutory requirements of the Building Safety Act Accountablities: Manage and drive the clients project management service line within the Manchester and Leeds offices bringing a profile of technical strength and commercial excellent, to complement the existing team. As well as being a hands-on delivery role, you will help develop and deliver against a business plan for project management across the business. Support the management and development of the technical team, to deliver quality project management services to existing and new clients End to end project management delivery Achieving performance targets (fee delivery and business development) Liaise with the Service Hub Leaders across Built Asset, Development and Engineering & Sustainability to align services with strategic goals and performance standards Demonstrate leadership: lead and engage the wider service line group to develop the clients offer. Coach and mentor junior team members to develop their knowledge and confidence Network effectively with existing commercial clients and agreed targets The Candidate: Relevant degree equivalent qualification and MRICS Personable and confident with industry contacts Hands-on high-quality delivery of technical services, demonstrating expertise in project management Gain client trust with regard to commercial confidentiality be a direct contact for instructions Demonstrable ability to influence, lead and respond constructively to challenges Existing project management client base with potential to generate new work and introductions Attain financial targets (2.75 base salary for directors), and support and manage the performance of others Engage with the team to win work and deliver profitability Inspire others to achieve, and help in their development, through mentoring, coaching and achieving engaging appraisal discussions Demonstrate excellent team skills, embracing the support and expertise of the wider business Demonstrate a detailed understanding of the market trends, client base and competitor dynamics within the Manchester and Leeds region Prioritise work effectively to enable quality of work and wellbeing for self and team Client facing and comfortable in business development Able to handle multiple jobs and manage your own workload Risk-manage through best practice aligned with the Risk Management Guidance protocol Confident and concise communicator both verbally and in writing Package Competitive salary and car allowance Flexible & hybrid working Fee Plus bonus scheme, director bonus scheme, mobile phone & laptop, personal accident cover, private health care (after 6 months), life assurance, 27 days holiday, 1 day charity leave per year and annual wellbeing day. Company contributory pension scheme after 3 months Season ticket loan and cycle scheme on completion of probationary period
