This post will establish the Manchester Council approach to BNG delivery providing support to BNG delivery, identifying best practice and supporting policy delivery as well as the procurement of Manchester located BNG sites for off-site delivery. They require someone with a good planning background within environmental management, They need to create the robust policy and liaise wwith GMCA They will report into the Head of Strategic policy who is responsible for the local plan. The Job title: Biodiversity Net Gain Officer We are looking for a contractor with detailed knowledge of Biodiversity Net Gain who will be working to set the authority up as a leader in BNG. Ideally the candidate will have a working knowledge of the planning system and understands the delivery of BNG through development. The post can be full time or part rime but there is a need for the officer to start delivering from the start - the procurement of Ashenhurst is temporarily on hold until the post holder starts and the Reg19 consultation is timetabled for the summer. The candidate will have to be office based for the majority of the working week so they can liaise with the team. Be the planning lead on the procurement of Ashenhurst as the MCC off-site BNG site; Be the planning lead on the development of a pipeline of potential additional off-site BNG sites; Act as liaison with GMCA on strategic BNG issues - including the liaison with GMEU; Review the DM approach to BNG delivery through development; Support the integration of BNG as part of the new Arcus system; Lead on the BNG policy area as part of the MCC Local Plan (initially leading to the Reg19 consultation), including review the draft policy and draft evidence base; Create a monitoring approach to all BNG secured through the planning service.
Apr 26, 2026
Contractor
This post will establish the Manchester Council approach to BNG delivery providing support to BNG delivery, identifying best practice and supporting policy delivery as well as the procurement of Manchester located BNG sites for off-site delivery. They require someone with a good planning background within environmental management, They need to create the robust policy and liaise wwith GMCA They will report into the Head of Strategic policy who is responsible for the local plan. The Job title: Biodiversity Net Gain Officer We are looking for a contractor with detailed knowledge of Biodiversity Net Gain who will be working to set the authority up as a leader in BNG. Ideally the candidate will have a working knowledge of the planning system and understands the delivery of BNG through development. The post can be full time or part rime but there is a need for the officer to start delivering from the start - the procurement of Ashenhurst is temporarily on hold until the post holder starts and the Reg19 consultation is timetabled for the summer. The candidate will have to be office based for the majority of the working week so they can liaise with the team. Be the planning lead on the procurement of Ashenhurst as the MCC off-site BNG site; Be the planning lead on the development of a pipeline of potential additional off-site BNG sites; Act as liaison with GMCA on strategic BNG issues - including the liaison with GMEU; Review the DM approach to BNG delivery through development; Support the integration of BNG as part of the new Arcus system; Lead on the BNG policy area as part of the MCC Local Plan (initially leading to the Reg19 consultation), including review the draft policy and draft evidence base; Create a monitoring approach to all BNG secured through the planning service.
Michael Page Procurement & Supply Chain
Liverpool, Merseyside
Interim Procurement Officer will be supporting with the review and update of procurement governance, policy, procedures, and processes for a Local Authority-owned company to ensure compliance with the Procurement Act 2023 and alignment with the Council's Procedure Rules. Client Details This is a temporary position within a public sector organisation known for its commitment to delivering effective and efficient procurement processes. Description Gather and analyse procurement information, contracts, and project data. Support development of updated Procedure Rules and process documentation. Draft templates, guidance notes, and workflow materials. Develop process maps using agreed formats. Review Procurement Act 2023 requirements and incorporate into documentation. Assist with pipeline analysis and route-to-market planning. Liaise with council procurement, legal, and finance teams. Prepare materials for consultation and governance meetings including Board of Directors. Profile Proven experience in public sector procurement. Understanding of PCR 2015 and Procurement Act 2023. Evidence of working and using public sector regulations. Experience in or understanding of the construction/development sector would be preferred. Strong documentation and procedure writing skills. Process mapping experience. Job Offer 3 month interim opportunity with a leading public sector body, paying £350 per day (Inside IR35). You will be required to be on site in Liverpool a minimum of 1 day a month, you will need to be flexible depending on organisation needs.
Apr 26, 2026
Seasonal
Interim Procurement Officer will be supporting with the review and update of procurement governance, policy, procedures, and processes for a Local Authority-owned company to ensure compliance with the Procurement Act 2023 and alignment with the Council's Procedure Rules. Client Details This is a temporary position within a public sector organisation known for its commitment to delivering effective and efficient procurement processes. Description Gather and analyse procurement information, contracts, and project data. Support development of updated Procedure Rules and process documentation. Draft templates, guidance notes, and workflow materials. Develop process maps using agreed formats. Review Procurement Act 2023 requirements and incorporate into documentation. Assist with pipeline analysis and route-to-market planning. Liaise with council procurement, legal, and finance teams. Prepare materials for consultation and governance meetings including Board of Directors. Profile Proven experience in public sector procurement. Understanding of PCR 2015 and Procurement Act 2023. Evidence of working and using public sector regulations. Experience in or understanding of the construction/development sector would be preferred. Strong documentation and procedure writing skills. Process mapping experience. Job Offer 3 month interim opportunity with a leading public sector body, paying £350 per day (Inside IR35). You will be required to be on site in Liverpool a minimum of 1 day a month, you will need to be flexible depending on organisation needs.
Key Purpose To assist the Strategic Contract Manager to manage contractual relationships and of providers through mobilisation, transition, delivery and exit of contracts To provide support and assistance to ensure that all contracts include appropriate arrangements, measures and mechanisms to enable delivery of the benefits and value of contracts throughout the contract life Ensure the Council can evidence effective delivery, efficient arrangements, wide market intelligence and active supplier assessment. Main Responsibilities To carry out a range of duties that enables the post holder to assist the Strategic Contract Manager in embedding and undertaking best contract management practices and ensuring that the Council operates national best practice in the evident delivery of the required outcomes, performances, and value over the whole life of contracts. To provide support with respect to contract management requirements in contract documentation, encompassing such as relationship management, incentive schemes, market development, mobilisation, transition, risk and issue management, change management, dispute resolution, contingency and exit planning, ensuring that opportunity is provided for continuous improvement and the on-going delivery of best value over the life of any contract. To ensure that contracts are delivered and managed in accordance with the Council's best practice for customers, users, and citizens. To effectively influence contract management practice undertaken within service delivery to achieve best practice and collage and monitor evidence of operational best practice. To support contractual negotiations, with the support of the Strategic Contract Manager, as required. To contribute to the development of contract management manuals where appropriate. To assist the Strategic Contract Manager in the proactive management of the supply market to develop opportunities, capacity and awareness for future needs including the development of supplier appraisal processes to improve Council practice and performance. To facilitate the transfer of best practice and learning with respect to contract managers, procurement managers and other contract managers and their teams. To assist in providing commercial market intelligence and advice to assist the Council and its partners in achieving VFM and continuous improvement. To manage relationships with clients and suppliers and the reputation of the Council in the arrangement s to ensure that the best of suppliers want to provide their best to the Council. 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 experience requirement Experience delivering contract management and procurement advice to internal stakeholders. experience of contract monitoring & evaluation Relevant professional qualifications requirement L6 - NQF Level 6 - or equivalent level or professional qualification in a discipline related to contract management or procurement Guidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Apr 26, 2026
Contractor
Key Purpose To assist the Strategic Contract Manager to manage contractual relationships and of providers through mobilisation, transition, delivery and exit of contracts To provide support and assistance to ensure that all contracts include appropriate arrangements, measures and mechanisms to enable delivery of the benefits and value of contracts throughout the contract life Ensure the Council can evidence effective delivery, efficient arrangements, wide market intelligence and active supplier assessment. Main Responsibilities To carry out a range of duties that enables the post holder to assist the Strategic Contract Manager in embedding and undertaking best contract management practices and ensuring that the Council operates national best practice in the evident delivery of the required outcomes, performances, and value over the whole life of contracts. To provide support with respect to contract management requirements in contract documentation, encompassing such as relationship management, incentive schemes, market development, mobilisation, transition, risk and issue management, change management, dispute resolution, contingency and exit planning, ensuring that opportunity is provided for continuous improvement and the on-going delivery of best value over the life of any contract. To ensure that contracts are delivered and managed in accordance with the Council's best practice for customers, users, and citizens. To effectively influence contract management practice undertaken within service delivery to achieve best practice and collage and monitor evidence of operational best practice. To support contractual negotiations, with the support of the Strategic Contract Manager, as required. To contribute to the development of contract management manuals where appropriate. To assist the Strategic Contract Manager in the proactive management of the supply market to develop opportunities, capacity and awareness for future needs including the development of supplier appraisal processes to improve Council practice and performance. To facilitate the transfer of best practice and learning with respect to contract managers, procurement managers and other contract managers and their teams. To assist in providing commercial market intelligence and advice to assist the Council and its partners in achieving VFM and continuous improvement. To manage relationships with clients and suppliers and the reputation of the Council in the arrangement s to ensure that the best of suppliers want to provide their best to the Council. 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 experience requirement Experience delivering contract management and procurement advice to internal stakeholders. experience of contract monitoring & evaluation Relevant professional qualifications requirement L6 - NQF Level 6 - or equivalent level or professional qualification in a discipline related to contract management or procurement Guidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
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 26, 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.
ASA Recruitment's client, a Public Sector organisation in Glasgow, are currently looking to recruit a Housing Project Officer, for an initial 3 month contract (with potential extensions) on a rate £21.56 - £23.95/hour PAYE (based on experience). The Role Our client is looking for an enthusiastic and organised professional to assist in the development, management and delivery of our client's new build affordable housing programme. This will include supporting the identification of development opportunities, project management of the programme through to completion and monitoring and reporting on progress to a range of stakeholders. Responsibilities Assist the Senior Development Officer/Project Manager take forward agreed sites by liaising closely with the organisation's statutory authorities, private developers and housing services colleagues. Ensure that proposed new developments meet housing need and demand by liaising closely with colleagues responsible for the local development plan and local housing strategy. Liaising closely with Finance colleagues to ensure that new build proposals are financially viable. Assisting the delivery of the organisation's new build programme by: Briefing and appointing design teams/contractors and reporting on consultant/ contractor performance. Ensuring design proposals comply with ERC's standard design guide and specification, Housing for Varying Needs and Scottish Building Regulations. Monitoring and reporting on development spend v budget. Assisting in the procurement of design and construction works. Preparing of grant funding bids and inputting tender applications and grant claims to the Scottish Government's HARP portal. Maintaining administration systems in relation to new build. Attending design team and site meetings, liaising with consultants and contractors to agree final account. Undertaking post development completion reviews and identifying ways for improving future developments. Liaise with Housing Management colleagues to maximise input into proposals and develop/ refine handover procedures. Regularly update finance colleagues on spend against budget and anticipated development completion dates; ensure ERC's Community Benefits officer is aware of new build development programme in order to maximise community benefits. Support the handover of new developments ensuring that the organisation receives all relevant documentation and information required for the effective management and maintenance of the new properties, and to minimise any void period between handover and occupation. Ensure the defect period is managed effectively and reported defects are dealt with within agreed timescales. Ensure compliance with ERC's procurement policies and relevant guidance issued by Scottish Housing Regulator, Scottish Government and ERC's internal auditors. Regularly review ERC's design guide and specification to ensure it remains fit for purpose, incorporates best practice and customer feedback. Assist the Senior Development Officer/Project Manager prepare reports for senior management, elected members on project viability, progress and final account. Remain informed on emerging housing development policy and practice. Liaising with other services and external agencies including Housing Associations and the Scottish Government on strategic and new build housing matters. Any other duties as deemed appropriate by the Head of Service or Manager. Essential Skills & Experience Experience of new build projects from inception to completion. Experience of working in a social housing environment. Experience of risk management and risk mitigation. Experience of working with performance indicators and targets. Experience of dealing with legal issues e.g Section 75 agreements. Experience of procuring construction works and services. Good understanding of construction industry legislation and Scottish Government grant requirements. Strong analytical/problem solving skills. Strong IT and report writing skills. Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with people at all levels. Ability to prioritise own workload. Good negotiating and influencing skills. Educated to degree level or equivalent. Desirable Skills & Experience Construction related qualification- project management, architecture, quantity surveying, planning or other appropriate discipline. Full Driving Licence. Membership of professional relevant body. Experience of dealing with legal issues e.g Section 75 agreements. Experience of procuring construction works and services.
Apr 26, 2026
Full time
ASA Recruitment's client, a Public Sector organisation in Glasgow, are currently looking to recruit a Housing Project Officer, for an initial 3 month contract (with potential extensions) on a rate £21.56 - £23.95/hour PAYE (based on experience). The Role Our client is looking for an enthusiastic and organised professional to assist in the development, management and delivery of our client's new build affordable housing programme. This will include supporting the identification of development opportunities, project management of the programme through to completion and monitoring and reporting on progress to a range of stakeholders. Responsibilities Assist the Senior Development Officer/Project Manager take forward agreed sites by liaising closely with the organisation's statutory authorities, private developers and housing services colleagues. Ensure that proposed new developments meet housing need and demand by liaising closely with colleagues responsible for the local development plan and local housing strategy. Liaising closely with Finance colleagues to ensure that new build proposals are financially viable. Assisting the delivery of the organisation's new build programme by: Briefing and appointing design teams/contractors and reporting on consultant/ contractor performance. Ensuring design proposals comply with ERC's standard design guide and specification, Housing for Varying Needs and Scottish Building Regulations. Monitoring and reporting on development spend v budget. Assisting in the procurement of design and construction works. Preparing of grant funding bids and inputting tender applications and grant claims to the Scottish Government's HARP portal. Maintaining administration systems in relation to new build. Attending design team and site meetings, liaising with consultants and contractors to agree final account. Undertaking post development completion reviews and identifying ways for improving future developments. Liaise with Housing Management colleagues to maximise input into proposals and develop/ refine handover procedures. Regularly update finance colleagues on spend against budget and anticipated development completion dates; ensure ERC's Community Benefits officer is aware of new build development programme in order to maximise community benefits. Support the handover of new developments ensuring that the organisation receives all relevant documentation and information required for the effective management and maintenance of the new properties, and to minimise any void period between handover and occupation. Ensure the defect period is managed effectively and reported defects are dealt with within agreed timescales. Ensure compliance with ERC's procurement policies and relevant guidance issued by Scottish Housing Regulator, Scottish Government and ERC's internal auditors. Regularly review ERC's design guide and specification to ensure it remains fit for purpose, incorporates best practice and customer feedback. Assist the Senior Development Officer/Project Manager prepare reports for senior management, elected members on project viability, progress and final account. Remain informed on emerging housing development policy and practice. Liaising with other services and external agencies including Housing Associations and the Scottish Government on strategic and new build housing matters. Any other duties as deemed appropriate by the Head of Service or Manager. Essential Skills & Experience Experience of new build projects from inception to completion. Experience of working in a social housing environment. Experience of risk management and risk mitigation. Experience of working with performance indicators and targets. Experience of dealing with legal issues e.g Section 75 agreements. Experience of procuring construction works and services. Good understanding of construction industry legislation and Scottish Government grant requirements. Strong analytical/problem solving skills. Strong IT and report writing skills. Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with people at all levels. Ability to prioritise own workload. Good negotiating and influencing skills. Educated to degree level or equivalent. Desirable Skills & Experience Construction related qualification- project management, architecture, quantity surveying, planning or other appropriate discipline. Full Driving Licence. Membership of professional relevant body. Experience of dealing with legal issues e.g Section 75 agreements. Experience of procuring construction works and services.
Chief Financial Officer Location: National role with regular travel to the Birmingham and Kettering office E ACT is at a pivotal and exciting moment in its journey. As one of England's most ambitious and forward looking multi academy trusts, we now serve over 26,000 pupils across 37 academies, and we are entering a new phase of growth, innovation and national influence. Our work is guided by our Thrive Strategy, built on the conviction that every child in an E ACT academy should have the opportunity to thrive, regardless of their starting point or background. Following a period of significant organisational transformation and strengthened financial performance, our outgoing CFO, will be transitioning into the role of Deputy CEO. They leave behind a well run, well resourced and sector leading financial operation, giving our new CFO an exceptional platform from which to drive even greater impact. We are now seeking an outstanding Chief Financial Officer who will be a true strategic partner to the CEO and Board. This is not a traditional back office finance post. The CFO will play a central role in shaping E ACT's long term financial strategy, supporting our responsible growth ambitions, enabling digital and AI led innovation, and ensuring that every financial decision ultimately improves the life chances of the children and communities we serve. This is a unique opportunity to join a high performing, values led trust with real momentum, one that thinks big, does the right thing, shows team spirit and is deeply committed to social mobility and educational excellence. Key responsibilities: Provide strategic financial leadership Ensure robust financial governance Lead financial planning and performance Drive value for money and commercial effectiveness Champion digital transformation Lead and develop the finance and procurement functions Pay range: Competitive Salary. Qualifications and Skills: Professional accountancy qualification Deep financial expertise Strong commercial and analytical skills Digital and systems fluency Leadership and relationship-building Purpose-driven mindset What are we about? Join a trust that is going places! At E-ACT, we believe every child deserves opportunity. Our 'Opening Minds, Opening Doors' strategy breaks down barriers and builds pathways to success; driven by purposeful leadership, collaboration, and innovation. We champion diversity, encourage a people-first culture, and ensure every voice is heard. We are proud to lead system-wide change both locally and national - providing sector-wide support while transforming futures. Our achievements are recognised through winning MAT of the Year 2023 at the MAT Excellence Awards and National School Awards, and also the TES Trust Leadership Award 2024. E-ACT is recognised for shaping bold educational outcomes. Most recently, two of our Birmingham academies were selected by the Department for Education as RISE Regional Hubs, in recognition of their outstanding work on inclusion and behaviour, a testament to the impact of our people-first culture and relentless drive for excellence. With 38 academies and over 25,000 pupils, our dedicated staff make excellence possible. We prioritise wellbeing, tackle workload, and continuously raise the bar. We don't just educate, we inspire ambition and empower every child to thrive. Benefits: Financial and Lifestyle We offer a strong financial package including access to defined benefit pension schemes (LGPS or TPS), life cover at three times pensionable pay, and 31 days of annual leave for year-round employees. Staff can also benefit from the Cycle to Work scheme, promoting healthy and sustainable commuting. Professional Growth and Development We invest heavily in staff development through tailored INSET days and high-quality CPD opportunities for both teaching and support staff. Teaching staff benefit from automatic TLR progression, a structured 9-point pay scale (M1 to UPS3), and full TLR payments for part-time colleagues fulfilling full responsibilities. Culture and Wellbeing Our people-first culture values every colleague. We support wellbeing through the Wisdom app and a free Employee Assistance Programme offering counselling and financial advice. Collaboration is at the heart of our Trust, encouraging shared learning and collective success. Please look at our 'Work for Us' page and Recruitment Pack for more information. How to apply: Please read the supporting documentation carefully before completing your application. E-ACT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults, and all appointments are subject to enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks and satisfactory references. E-ACT is also committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.
Apr 26, 2026
Full time
Chief Financial Officer Location: National role with regular travel to the Birmingham and Kettering office E ACT is at a pivotal and exciting moment in its journey. As one of England's most ambitious and forward looking multi academy trusts, we now serve over 26,000 pupils across 37 academies, and we are entering a new phase of growth, innovation and national influence. Our work is guided by our Thrive Strategy, built on the conviction that every child in an E ACT academy should have the opportunity to thrive, regardless of their starting point or background. Following a period of significant organisational transformation and strengthened financial performance, our outgoing CFO, will be transitioning into the role of Deputy CEO. They leave behind a well run, well resourced and sector leading financial operation, giving our new CFO an exceptional platform from which to drive even greater impact. We are now seeking an outstanding Chief Financial Officer who will be a true strategic partner to the CEO and Board. This is not a traditional back office finance post. The CFO will play a central role in shaping E ACT's long term financial strategy, supporting our responsible growth ambitions, enabling digital and AI led innovation, and ensuring that every financial decision ultimately improves the life chances of the children and communities we serve. This is a unique opportunity to join a high performing, values led trust with real momentum, one that thinks big, does the right thing, shows team spirit and is deeply committed to social mobility and educational excellence. Key responsibilities: Provide strategic financial leadership Ensure robust financial governance Lead financial planning and performance Drive value for money and commercial effectiveness Champion digital transformation Lead and develop the finance and procurement functions Pay range: Competitive Salary. Qualifications and Skills: Professional accountancy qualification Deep financial expertise Strong commercial and analytical skills Digital and systems fluency Leadership and relationship-building Purpose-driven mindset What are we about? Join a trust that is going places! At E-ACT, we believe every child deserves opportunity. Our 'Opening Minds, Opening Doors' strategy breaks down barriers and builds pathways to success; driven by purposeful leadership, collaboration, and innovation. We champion diversity, encourage a people-first culture, and ensure every voice is heard. We are proud to lead system-wide change both locally and national - providing sector-wide support while transforming futures. Our achievements are recognised through winning MAT of the Year 2023 at the MAT Excellence Awards and National School Awards, and also the TES Trust Leadership Award 2024. E-ACT is recognised for shaping bold educational outcomes. Most recently, two of our Birmingham academies were selected by the Department for Education as RISE Regional Hubs, in recognition of their outstanding work on inclusion and behaviour, a testament to the impact of our people-first culture and relentless drive for excellence. With 38 academies and over 25,000 pupils, our dedicated staff make excellence possible. We prioritise wellbeing, tackle workload, and continuously raise the bar. We don't just educate, we inspire ambition and empower every child to thrive. Benefits: Financial and Lifestyle We offer a strong financial package including access to defined benefit pension schemes (LGPS or TPS), life cover at three times pensionable pay, and 31 days of annual leave for year-round employees. Staff can also benefit from the Cycle to Work scheme, promoting healthy and sustainable commuting. Professional Growth and Development We invest heavily in staff development through tailored INSET days and high-quality CPD opportunities for both teaching and support staff. Teaching staff benefit from automatic TLR progression, a structured 9-point pay scale (M1 to UPS3), and full TLR payments for part-time colleagues fulfilling full responsibilities. Culture and Wellbeing Our people-first culture values every colleague. We support wellbeing through the Wisdom app and a free Employee Assistance Programme offering counselling and financial advice. Collaboration is at the heart of our Trust, encouraging shared learning and collective success. Please look at our 'Work for Us' page and Recruitment Pack for more information. How to apply: Please read the supporting documentation carefully before completing your application. E-ACT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults, and all appointments are subject to enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks and satisfactory references. E-ACT is also committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.
Blue Arrow Edinburgh are recruiting for a temporary Stores Officer for our Public Sector client located in Edinburgh City Centre. The ideal candidate will have: Previous experience in a stores or warehouse environment. Experience in using ERP/Stock/E-Procurement systems to receive and issue goods. Good level of health and safety awareness. Positive attitude to work with the ability to work within a team of stores officers. Flexibility to work between sites when required. This position is for 6 months initially, with the possibility of extension. Key Responsibilities Receive, check and put away stock deliveries Pick and issue materials as required Maintain accurate stock records and report discrepancies Keep the stores area clean, organised and safe Support regular stock takes Follow health & safety and company procedures at all times Skills & Experience Previous stores or warehouse experience desirable Good attention to detail and basic record-keeping skills Ability to work independently and as part of a team Physically fit and able to handle manual tasks Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.
Apr 26, 2026
Seasonal
Blue Arrow Edinburgh are recruiting for a temporary Stores Officer for our Public Sector client located in Edinburgh City Centre. The ideal candidate will have: Previous experience in a stores or warehouse environment. Experience in using ERP/Stock/E-Procurement systems to receive and issue goods. Good level of health and safety awareness. Positive attitude to work with the ability to work within a team of stores officers. Flexibility to work between sites when required. This position is for 6 months initially, with the possibility of extension. Key Responsibilities Receive, check and put away stock deliveries Pick and issue materials as required Maintain accurate stock records and report discrepancies Keep the stores area clean, organised and safe Support regular stock takes Follow health & safety and company procedures at all times Skills & Experience Previous stores or warehouse experience desirable Good attention to detail and basic record-keeping skills Ability to work independently and as part of a team Physically fit and able to handle manual tasks Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.
Accommodation Support Salary: 15 per hour Location: Grange Central, Telford, TF3 4ER Working Pattern: 4 days per week Manpower has a fantastic opportunity for the right candidate to join Capgemini as an Accommodation Support Officer. Working as part of an established team you will play a key role in day to day site operations and project support. About Us Our Accommodation Team manages two dedicated sites in the UK, supporting approximately 2,400 HMRC and visiting Capgemini UK team members. We ensure smooth operations across real estate, facilities, and compliance. Our responsibilities include: Managing leases and supplier contracts (catering, facilities services, vending, etc.) Overseeing MU real estate projects and initiatives Delivering site services (cleaning, maintenance, refurbishments) Driving procurement for accommodation-related needs Ensuring compliance with Environmental ISO, Security ISO, and UK Health & Safety standards Supporting sustainability and legislative requirements Key Responsibilities: Assist with procurement activities, including raising and reconciling purchase orders Manage the Accommodation inbox, responding to queries and escalating as needed Liaise with workplace services supplier (ISS) on reception, parking, visitor coordination, and service improvements Support events across the estate in collaboration with the Communications Team Coordinate meeting room requests and assist with minor events Work with Learning & Development teams to ensure training setups and catering requirements are met Maintain accurate data and reporting for senior stakeholders Contribute to real estate projects and continuous improvement initiatives What You'll Bring Strong Excel skills (formulas, data manipulation) Flexible, proactive approach with a willingness to learn Excellent customer service mindset and communication skills Attention to detail and ability to produce accurate reports Proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint, Word, and Outlook Ability to work collaboratively with internal teams and external suppliers Commitment to high standards in facilities and compliance Interest in learning Health & Safety and Security legislation Interested? Apply today!
Apr 26, 2026
Seasonal
Accommodation Support Salary: 15 per hour Location: Grange Central, Telford, TF3 4ER Working Pattern: 4 days per week Manpower has a fantastic opportunity for the right candidate to join Capgemini as an Accommodation Support Officer. Working as part of an established team you will play a key role in day to day site operations and project support. About Us Our Accommodation Team manages two dedicated sites in the UK, supporting approximately 2,400 HMRC and visiting Capgemini UK team members. We ensure smooth operations across real estate, facilities, and compliance. Our responsibilities include: Managing leases and supplier contracts (catering, facilities services, vending, etc.) Overseeing MU real estate projects and initiatives Delivering site services (cleaning, maintenance, refurbishments) Driving procurement for accommodation-related needs Ensuring compliance with Environmental ISO, Security ISO, and UK Health & Safety standards Supporting sustainability and legislative requirements Key Responsibilities: Assist with procurement activities, including raising and reconciling purchase orders Manage the Accommodation inbox, responding to queries and escalating as needed Liaise with workplace services supplier (ISS) on reception, parking, visitor coordination, and service improvements Support events across the estate in collaboration with the Communications Team Coordinate meeting room requests and assist with minor events Work with Learning & Development teams to ensure training setups and catering requirements are met Maintain accurate data and reporting for senior stakeholders Contribute to real estate projects and continuous improvement initiatives What You'll Bring Strong Excel skills (formulas, data manipulation) Flexible, proactive approach with a willingness to learn Excellent customer service mindset and communication skills Attention to detail and ability to produce accurate reports Proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint, Word, and Outlook Ability to work collaboratively with internal teams and external suppliers Commitment to high standards in facilities and compliance Interest in learning Health & Safety and Security legislation Interested? Apply today!
Career Choices Dewis Gyrfa Ltd
Bristol, Gloucestershire
Interim Chief Financial Officer (6 Month FTC) Bristol £100,000-£110,000 Charles Maidment, from the Hays Bristol Senior Finance Contracts & Interim team, is working on an exclusive interim CFO opportunity with a well regarded UK government agency, based in Bristol. This is an urgent appointment, created by an unexpected leaver, offering a genuine Number 1 in Finance mandate at executive level. The Opportunity This hands on interim role will suit an experienced CFO who can hit the ground running, partner confidently with the CEO and COO, and provide clear financial leadership at a critical time. You'll lead and stabilise the finance function while: Driving the team through a pending audit Acting as senior sponsor on a live finance system change Providing strategic input while remaining operationally credible The remit covers Finance and Commercial / Procurement teams. What We're Looking For Proven interim CFO or 1 Finance lead experience (public sector or complex environments beneficial) Strong strategic presence, with the ability to operate hands on when needed Comfortable influencing at Board and Executive level Confident leading audit, governance, and systems transformation Resilient, pragmatic leader who can steady the ship quickly Location & Contract Bristol based office, with hybrid working Some UK travel aligned to Board and leadership meetings Initial 6 month fixed term contract £100,000-£110,000 For a confidential discussion, contact Charles Maidment at Hays Bristol
Apr 25, 2026
Full time
Interim Chief Financial Officer (6 Month FTC) Bristol £100,000-£110,000 Charles Maidment, from the Hays Bristol Senior Finance Contracts & Interim team, is working on an exclusive interim CFO opportunity with a well regarded UK government agency, based in Bristol. This is an urgent appointment, created by an unexpected leaver, offering a genuine Number 1 in Finance mandate at executive level. The Opportunity This hands on interim role will suit an experienced CFO who can hit the ground running, partner confidently with the CEO and COO, and provide clear financial leadership at a critical time. You'll lead and stabilise the finance function while: Driving the team through a pending audit Acting as senior sponsor on a live finance system change Providing strategic input while remaining operationally credible The remit covers Finance and Commercial / Procurement teams. What We're Looking For Proven interim CFO or 1 Finance lead experience (public sector or complex environments beneficial) Strong strategic presence, with the ability to operate hands on when needed Comfortable influencing at Board and Executive level Confident leading audit, governance, and systems transformation Resilient, pragmatic leader who can steady the ship quickly Location & Contract Bristol based office, with hybrid working Some UK travel aligned to Board and leadership meetings Initial 6 month fixed term contract £100,000-£110,000 For a confidential discussion, contact Charles Maidment at Hays Bristol
Role: Procurement Officer Type: Interim contract (initial 6 months, strong potential to become permanent) Salary: c 22 per hour - 39,862 - 42,839 pa, pro rata for part-time Hybrid: Hybrid working (minimum 2 days per week in office) Location: Warwickshire The role can either be part-time at 29.6 hours per week (over 4 or 5 days) or full-time, 37 hours per week Sellick Partnership is partnering with a public sector organisation in Warwickshire to recruit a Procurement Officer on an interim basis, with strong potential for the role to become permanent. This is a great opportunity for a procurement professional looking to develop their experience within a structured public sector environment, supporting a varied procurement workload and contributing to service improvement. The responsibilities of the Procurement Officer will include: Supporting end-to-end procurement activity, including assisting with tender exercises and documentation Working with stakeholders to ensure procurement processes are followed and compliant Assisting with evaluation processes and contract award activity Supporting supplier engagement and contract management activities Contributing to the maintenance of procurement records, systems, and contract registers Undertaking basic spend analysis to support cost-saving and efficiency initiatives Providing advice and guidance to colleagues on procurement processes where required Supporting general procurement administration, including FOI responses and website updates The ideal candidate for the Procurement Officer role will have: Experience within procurement, ideally in a public sector or regulated environment Understanding of procurement processes and tendering activity Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills Good analytical and organisational abilities Working towards or willing to work towards a CIPS qualification A proactive and collaborative approach to work How to apply for the Procurement Officer role: If you believe that you are well-suited to this excellent opportunity as a Procurement Officer, please apply directly or contact Tim Farnsworth at Sellick Partnership Derby Office for more information. CVs will be screened and submitted to the client for shortlisting, with interviews arranged as soon as possible for successful applicants. Sellick Partnership is proud to be an inclusive and accessible recruitment business and we support applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances. Please note, our advertisements use years' experience, hourly rates, and salary levels purely as a guide and we assess applications based on the experience and skills evidenced on the CV. For information on how your personal details may be used by Sellick Partnership, please review our data processing notice on our website.
Apr 25, 2026
Contractor
Role: Procurement Officer Type: Interim contract (initial 6 months, strong potential to become permanent) Salary: c 22 per hour - 39,862 - 42,839 pa, pro rata for part-time Hybrid: Hybrid working (minimum 2 days per week in office) Location: Warwickshire The role can either be part-time at 29.6 hours per week (over 4 or 5 days) or full-time, 37 hours per week Sellick Partnership is partnering with a public sector organisation in Warwickshire to recruit a Procurement Officer on an interim basis, with strong potential for the role to become permanent. This is a great opportunity for a procurement professional looking to develop their experience within a structured public sector environment, supporting a varied procurement workload and contributing to service improvement. The responsibilities of the Procurement Officer will include: Supporting end-to-end procurement activity, including assisting with tender exercises and documentation Working with stakeholders to ensure procurement processes are followed and compliant Assisting with evaluation processes and contract award activity Supporting supplier engagement and contract management activities Contributing to the maintenance of procurement records, systems, and contract registers Undertaking basic spend analysis to support cost-saving and efficiency initiatives Providing advice and guidance to colleagues on procurement processes where required Supporting general procurement administration, including FOI responses and website updates The ideal candidate for the Procurement Officer role will have: Experience within procurement, ideally in a public sector or regulated environment Understanding of procurement processes and tendering activity Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills Good analytical and organisational abilities Working towards or willing to work towards a CIPS qualification A proactive and collaborative approach to work How to apply for the Procurement Officer role: If you believe that you are well-suited to this excellent opportunity as a Procurement Officer, please apply directly or contact Tim Farnsworth at Sellick Partnership Derby Office for more information. CVs will be screened and submitted to the client for shortlisting, with interviews arranged as soon as possible for successful applicants. Sellick Partnership is proud to be an inclusive and accessible recruitment business and we support applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances. Please note, our advertisements use years' experience, hourly rates, and salary levels purely as a guide and we assess applications based on the experience and skills evidenced on the CV. For information on how your personal details may be used by Sellick Partnership, please review our data processing notice on our website.
Yolk Recruitment are proud to be supporting a valued-driven, community-based Housing Association in Cardiff in the search for a Senior Procurement Officer to join their ICT & Procurement team on a 12-month maternity cover contract. This is a pivotal role within the organisation, working closely with the Head of ICT & Procurement and key stakeholders across the business to manage and deliver end-to-end procurement activity for goods, works and services. You will play a central role in ensuring compliance with procurement legislation, maintaining the Association's contracts register, and driving value for money across all procurement activity. The Role As Senior Procurement Officer, you will lead on procurement exercises across the association, supporting teams to ensure processes align with best practice, internal policies, and all relevant legislation. You will also take responsibility for maintaining and improving procurement and contract management processes, including supplier registers, KPI monitoring, benchmarking, and supporting dispute resolution. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage procurement exercises from initiation to contract award Provide expert procurement guidance across the organisation Ensure compliance with Public Procurement Regulations and financial frameworks Maintain and manage the contracts register and approved supplier list Carry out market testing, benchmarking and supplier performance reviews Support contract managers with contract packs, KPI development and monitoring Coordinate contract dispute resolution and contractor onboarding compliance checks Deliver procurement and contract management training to internal stakeholders Support delivery of social value and community benefits within procurement Horizon scan for changes in procurement legislation and implement improvements Review and update procurement strategy, audit trails and internal processes What we're looking for: Professional procurement qualification (CIPS) Proven experience running tenders in line with Public Procurement Regulations / OJEU Strong knowledge of tendering and contracting processes, including construction procurement Experience of supplier and contract management, KPI monitoring and dispute resolution Understanding of procurement within the housing sector Strong analytical and financial skills with high attention to detail Confident communicator able to engage with a wide range of stakeholders Ability to manage multiple priorities and work under pressure to deadlines Experience working with frameworks and consortia arrangements Knowledge of GDPR and data sharing agreements Benefits Annual leave is initially 27 days plus 8 bank holidays per year. Opportunity to buy or sell up to 5 days leave each year. Hybrid working. Discounts across 4,000 brands and retailers across purchases including travel, food, entertainment and personal care. Defined Contribution pension with The Pensions Trust, contributing a minimum of 5% while you contribute from 4% to support your future savings. Health Plan. Apply Now To access the full job description and for a confidential conversation, please contact Hannah Welfoot at Yolk Recruitment. To apply, please email your up-to-date CV demonstrating how you meet the requirements of the role.
Apr 25, 2026
Contractor
Yolk Recruitment are proud to be supporting a valued-driven, community-based Housing Association in Cardiff in the search for a Senior Procurement Officer to join their ICT & Procurement team on a 12-month maternity cover contract. This is a pivotal role within the organisation, working closely with the Head of ICT & Procurement and key stakeholders across the business to manage and deliver end-to-end procurement activity for goods, works and services. You will play a central role in ensuring compliance with procurement legislation, maintaining the Association's contracts register, and driving value for money across all procurement activity. The Role As Senior Procurement Officer, you will lead on procurement exercises across the association, supporting teams to ensure processes align with best practice, internal policies, and all relevant legislation. You will also take responsibility for maintaining and improving procurement and contract management processes, including supplier registers, KPI monitoring, benchmarking, and supporting dispute resolution. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage procurement exercises from initiation to contract award Provide expert procurement guidance across the organisation Ensure compliance with Public Procurement Regulations and financial frameworks Maintain and manage the contracts register and approved supplier list Carry out market testing, benchmarking and supplier performance reviews Support contract managers with contract packs, KPI development and monitoring Coordinate contract dispute resolution and contractor onboarding compliance checks Deliver procurement and contract management training to internal stakeholders Support delivery of social value and community benefits within procurement Horizon scan for changes in procurement legislation and implement improvements Review and update procurement strategy, audit trails and internal processes What we're looking for: Professional procurement qualification (CIPS) Proven experience running tenders in line with Public Procurement Regulations / OJEU Strong knowledge of tendering and contracting processes, including construction procurement Experience of supplier and contract management, KPI monitoring and dispute resolution Understanding of procurement within the housing sector Strong analytical and financial skills with high attention to detail Confident communicator able to engage with a wide range of stakeholders Ability to manage multiple priorities and work under pressure to deadlines Experience working with frameworks and consortia arrangements Knowledge of GDPR and data sharing agreements Benefits Annual leave is initially 27 days plus 8 bank holidays per year. Opportunity to buy or sell up to 5 days leave each year. Hybrid working. Discounts across 4,000 brands and retailers across purchases including travel, food, entertainment and personal care. Defined Contribution pension with The Pensions Trust, contributing a minimum of 5% while you contribute from 4% to support your future savings. Health Plan. Apply Now To access the full job description and for a confidential conversation, please contact Hannah Welfoot at Yolk Recruitment. To apply, please email your up-to-date CV demonstrating how you meet the requirements of the role.
This role has a starting salary of £41,585 per annum, based on a 36-hour working week. There are four positions available: two permanent roles and two 24 month fixed term contracts. We are excited to be hiring four Commissioning & Contract Officers to play a key role in discharging adult education functions and funding devolved from the UK Govt to Surrey County Council. The contractual base will be Woodhatch Place, Reigate. The role is hybrid with at least one day in Woodhatch (usually Tuesday), combined with regular attendance at meetings, workshops and events across the county, which be require travel across the county. Our Offer to You: 26 days' holiday, rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' service Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave A generous local government salary related pension Up to 5 days of carer's leave and 2 paid volunteering days per year Paternity, adoption and dependents leave An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, and shopping A chance to make a real difference to the lives of our residents About the team This post sits within the Council's Economy & Growth service and plays a key role in driving inclusive and sustainable growth in line with Surrey's wider economic ambitions. The service works across the organisation as One Council to deliver strategic priorities that grow the economy while ensuring no one is left behind. We provide strategic services spanning business support, innovation, skills and employment, working with partners and major employers to champion and future proof the county's economy. Surrey is home to 110,000 businesses, supports 1.2 million residents and contributes £50bn annually to the UK economy. Working closely with employers, providers and partners, the team delivers the Council's devolved adult education functions, aligning skills provision with pathways into work and empowering residents to achieve sustainable employment. Make a real difference to people living, learning and working in Surrey Surrey County Council is committed to ensuring residents can access the skills they need to enter, progress in and sustain meaningful employment, while employers can access the workforce they need. Through devolved adult education funding, Surrey is shaping skills and employment support around local needs to drive economic growth for all. About the role This role will be central to a highly visible team with significant interest from senior political leaders, local partners and wider stakeholders. Working in the Council's Economy & Growth team, you will be responsible for delivering the commissioning, procurement and contract management of skills provision across Surrey; ensuring that commissioned providers deliver high quality, value for money services that meet local economic, employer and resident needs; and contributing to all aspects of the commissioning cycle - including analysis, planning, procurement, delivery and review - to ensure provision aligns to the county's economic priorities and statutory/funding requirements. The Commissioning & Contract Officers will be expected to work horizontally across Economy & Growth and other Council services, contributing to the team's collectively owned outcomes and connecting into complementary programmes such as Connect to Work and WorkWell. Key responsibilities and outcomes: Commission and deliver programmes through effective planning, procurement and mobilisation to improve employment outcomes Manage contracts, performance, finances and risk to ensure delivery on time, on budget and against KPIs Collaborate with providers, employers and partner programmes to address skills shortages Use data and insight to monitor performance and drive continuous improvement Ensure strong governance, compliance and reporting across all funding and regulatory requirements Your Application In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills: Experience in commissioning, contracts, procurement and project delivery Knowledge of public sector funding and governance, ideally in a local authority Able to manage multiple priorities at pace and meet deadlines Strong analytical and organisational skills, with clear reporting Effective relationship builder with providers and partners To apply, please submit your CV and outline your experience and suitability for the role by responding to the following questions (no more than 400 words for each): Describe your experience of commissioning provision from external organisations. What was your role and how did you ensure an outcome-focused approach? Describe your experience of managing contracts. How did you monitor performance, quality and compliance? This advert will close at 23:59 on Sunday 10th May 2026, with interviews currently scheduled for Tuesday 26th and Wednesday 27th May. Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities. Join our dynamic team and shape the future of local government. Make a lasting impact with innovative solutions and improved services for our community. Help us build a brighter future for our residents! Our Commitment We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum criteria, we guarantee you an interview. Your skills and experience truly matter to us. From application to your first day, we're committed to supporting you with any adjustments you need, we value inclusion and warmly welcome you to join and help build a workplace where everyone belongs.
Apr 25, 2026
Full time
This role has a starting salary of £41,585 per annum, based on a 36-hour working week. There are four positions available: two permanent roles and two 24 month fixed term contracts. We are excited to be hiring four Commissioning & Contract Officers to play a key role in discharging adult education functions and funding devolved from the UK Govt to Surrey County Council. The contractual base will be Woodhatch Place, Reigate. The role is hybrid with at least one day in Woodhatch (usually Tuesday), combined with regular attendance at meetings, workshops and events across the county, which be require travel across the county. Our Offer to You: 26 days' holiday, rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' service Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave A generous local government salary related pension Up to 5 days of carer's leave and 2 paid volunteering days per year Paternity, adoption and dependents leave An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, and shopping A chance to make a real difference to the lives of our residents About the team This post sits within the Council's Economy & Growth service and plays a key role in driving inclusive and sustainable growth in line with Surrey's wider economic ambitions. The service works across the organisation as One Council to deliver strategic priorities that grow the economy while ensuring no one is left behind. We provide strategic services spanning business support, innovation, skills and employment, working with partners and major employers to champion and future proof the county's economy. Surrey is home to 110,000 businesses, supports 1.2 million residents and contributes £50bn annually to the UK economy. Working closely with employers, providers and partners, the team delivers the Council's devolved adult education functions, aligning skills provision with pathways into work and empowering residents to achieve sustainable employment. Make a real difference to people living, learning and working in Surrey Surrey County Council is committed to ensuring residents can access the skills they need to enter, progress in and sustain meaningful employment, while employers can access the workforce they need. Through devolved adult education funding, Surrey is shaping skills and employment support around local needs to drive economic growth for all. About the role This role will be central to a highly visible team with significant interest from senior political leaders, local partners and wider stakeholders. Working in the Council's Economy & Growth team, you will be responsible for delivering the commissioning, procurement and contract management of skills provision across Surrey; ensuring that commissioned providers deliver high quality, value for money services that meet local economic, employer and resident needs; and contributing to all aspects of the commissioning cycle - including analysis, planning, procurement, delivery and review - to ensure provision aligns to the county's economic priorities and statutory/funding requirements. The Commissioning & Contract Officers will be expected to work horizontally across Economy & Growth and other Council services, contributing to the team's collectively owned outcomes and connecting into complementary programmes such as Connect to Work and WorkWell. Key responsibilities and outcomes: Commission and deliver programmes through effective planning, procurement and mobilisation to improve employment outcomes Manage contracts, performance, finances and risk to ensure delivery on time, on budget and against KPIs Collaborate with providers, employers and partner programmes to address skills shortages Use data and insight to monitor performance and drive continuous improvement Ensure strong governance, compliance and reporting across all funding and regulatory requirements Your Application In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills: Experience in commissioning, contracts, procurement and project delivery Knowledge of public sector funding and governance, ideally in a local authority Able to manage multiple priorities at pace and meet deadlines Strong analytical and organisational skills, with clear reporting Effective relationship builder with providers and partners To apply, please submit your CV and outline your experience and suitability for the role by responding to the following questions (no more than 400 words for each): Describe your experience of commissioning provision from external organisations. What was your role and how did you ensure an outcome-focused approach? Describe your experience of managing contracts. How did you monitor performance, quality and compliance? This advert will close at 23:59 on Sunday 10th May 2026, with interviews currently scheduled for Tuesday 26th and Wednesday 27th May. Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities. Join our dynamic team and shape the future of local government. Make a lasting impact with innovative solutions and improved services for our community. Help us build a brighter future for our residents! Our Commitment We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum criteria, we guarantee you an interview. Your skills and experience truly matter to us. From application to your first day, we're committed to supporting you with any adjustments you need, we value inclusion and warmly welcome you to join and help build a workplace where everyone belongs.
Annie A Recruitment Ltd
Nottingham, Nottinghamshire
We are currently working with a leading manufacturing company based in Kirkby-in-Ashfield who are looking to recruit a Procurement & Sustainability Coordinator to join our growing team. Working withn a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This is a procurement-focused role with genuine responsibility, supporting the day-to-day purchasing materials and operational supplies. You will play a key role in ensuring material availability, supplier performance, and cost control, working closely with Production, Finance, R&D, and external suppliers to support operational continuity and manufacturing efficiency. Key Responsibilities Day-to-Day Procurement & Supplier Coordination Manage daily procurement activities, including raising purchase orders and coordinating deliveries Ensure continuity of raw materials, packaging, and production-critical supplies Liaise with suppliers to confirm lead times, resolve shortages, and manage order schedules Support supplier negotiations, commercial discussions, and cost-control initiatives Collaborate with Production and Planning teams to align purchasing with manufacturing requirements Work with R&D to identify RMEs (Raw Material Equivalents) and material optimisation opportunities Monitor supplier performance, pricing movements, and supply risks Maintain accurate procurement records, pricing data, and supplier agreements Prepare and report on procurement KPIs and cost metrics Supplier & Commercial Support Assist with supplier evaluations, onboarding, and performance reviews Identify opportunities for cost savings, efficiency improvements, and risk reduction Support budgeting and forecasting processes related to material purchasing Sustainability, Waste & Compliance Track waste streams and utilities data to support environmental reporting Coordinate waste management activities, ensuring compliant handling of hazardous and non-hazardous materials Maintain packaging and plastic reporting data Support sustainability and continuous improvement initiatives across the manufacturing operation Applicants will ideally be from a manufacturing background and have 2 years experience of working in procurement. CIPS qualification would be desirable but is not essential as full training and study support will be provided. Applicants will need to have strong excel skills including Vlookups and Pivots. If you enjoy a hands-on role, solving supply challenges, and working closely with both operational teams and suppliers they please submit your CV for immediate consideration.
Apr 25, 2026
Full time
We are currently working with a leading manufacturing company based in Kirkby-in-Ashfield who are looking to recruit a Procurement & Sustainability Coordinator to join our growing team. Working withn a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This is a procurement-focused role with genuine responsibility, supporting the day-to-day purchasing materials and operational supplies. You will play a key role in ensuring material availability, supplier performance, and cost control, working closely with Production, Finance, R&D, and external suppliers to support operational continuity and manufacturing efficiency. Key Responsibilities Day-to-Day Procurement & Supplier Coordination Manage daily procurement activities, including raising purchase orders and coordinating deliveries Ensure continuity of raw materials, packaging, and production-critical supplies Liaise with suppliers to confirm lead times, resolve shortages, and manage order schedules Support supplier negotiations, commercial discussions, and cost-control initiatives Collaborate with Production and Planning teams to align purchasing with manufacturing requirements Work with R&D to identify RMEs (Raw Material Equivalents) and material optimisation opportunities Monitor supplier performance, pricing movements, and supply risks Maintain accurate procurement records, pricing data, and supplier agreements Prepare and report on procurement KPIs and cost metrics Supplier & Commercial Support Assist with supplier evaluations, onboarding, and performance reviews Identify opportunities for cost savings, efficiency improvements, and risk reduction Support budgeting and forecasting processes related to material purchasing Sustainability, Waste & Compliance Track waste streams and utilities data to support environmental reporting Coordinate waste management activities, ensuring compliant handling of hazardous and non-hazardous materials Maintain packaging and plastic reporting data Support sustainability and continuous improvement initiatives across the manufacturing operation Applicants will ideally be from a manufacturing background and have 2 years experience of working in procurement. CIPS qualification would be desirable but is not essential as full training and study support will be provided. Applicants will need to have strong excel skills including Vlookups and Pivots. If you enjoy a hands-on role, solving supply challenges, and working closely with both operational teams and suppliers they please submit your CV for immediate consideration.
Transport and Allowances Officer Plymouth Contract £13.26 per hour Our client is looking for an experienced is looking for Transport and Allowances Officer At least one day in the office for a 7am. Agreement to attend the office on other days if required. To provide administrative and customer focused support for the School Transport & Allowances Team, ensuring that all services provided to colleagues, managers and customers are efficient and effective. This is one of many roles we are recruiting for please visit our website colbernlimited co uk Key Accountabilities and Role Outcomes Undertake HR administration for Passenger Assistants, ensuring appropriate resources are in place to support service delivery, in conjunction with the Transport Officer responsible for managing Passenger Assistants (20%). Process applications and undertake eligibility checks for free school meals to ensure children have timely access to meals (15%). Undertake ID checks and add information to systems for school transport driver DBS checks and issue school driver ID badges (5%). Undertake administration for the service, ensuring accurate and up to date information is available to management (20%). Implement day to day changes as advised by parents, schools, tutors, etc. Inform operators and Passenger Assistants of changes to procured transport routes, in conjunction with the Transport Officer responsible for procurement (20%). Act as a reliable point of contact for the public, school staff, and other local authority staff, offering advice and guidance on school transport and free school meals matters (20%). Role Measures Authorising timesheets, unpaid leave and sickness in accordance with strict payroll deadlines. DBS checks processed to ensure compliance with safeguarding policy. Organising relief Passenger Assistant cover, maintaining records and ensuring routes are suitably covered for sickness and other absence. Accurate authorisation and recording of pupils entitled to free school meals and holiday allowances. Encouraging take up of free school meals and other allowances. Reviewing invoices and ensuring payments to operators are made within agreed timescales. Reviewing financial discrepancies and compiling information for further action. Ordering equipment, checking receipt, and processing payments via the Spend Management system. Generating invoices in a timely manner. Setting up new routes and maintaining existing routes within policy guideline timescales. Maintaining accurate databases for equipment and school term dates. Covering service on a rota basis between 7.00am and 5.00pm. Processing ID and DBS checks promptly to ensure operators have sufficient authorised drivers. Key Activities Scanning, filing, answering telephone calls, processing free bus passes, preparing correspondence, completing documentation, and producing and sending letters, emails, and tender documents (20%). Issuing changes to contracts and actioning payroll changes to maintain accurate records (10%). Arranging cover for absences and monitoring route changes to ensure efficiency (10%). Assessing and authorising free school meal claims and processing renewals (10%). Verifying and implementing monthly contract payments and processing invoices totalling approximately £2m annually in line with contract terms and financial procedures (10%). Assisting Transport Officers to set up new taxi and minibus routes, and managing changes to existing routes; arranging issuing of car seats and other equipment and maintaining equipment databases (10%). Setting up and terminating accounts, recording miscellaneous invoices, and monitoring requisition and invoice expenditure (5%). Checking budget statements, reporting on variances, and liaising with the finance team on guidelines (5%). Verifying timesheets, unpaid leave and sickness claims to ensure accurate payments (4%). Arranging interviews and training for new Passenger Assistants and processing DBS applications as required by schools (2%). Updating finance details and producing management reports for decision making (2%). Administering DBS checks for taxi and minibus drivers (2%). Managing customer accounts and raising invoices for concessionary travel (2%). Deputising for Transport Officers as required to ensure service continuity (2%). Ensuring allocation of safety equipment to routes (2%). Maintaining school term dates spreadsheets (2%). Proactively suggesting service improvements to enhance efficiency, customer experience and best practice (2%). Undertaking other duties appropriate to the grading of the role. NVQ Level 2 or 3. Customer care qualification or training. Basic knowledge of relevant legislation, policies and procedures. Understanding of school transport issues. PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE FOR MORE OPPORTUNITIES colbernlimited co uk The first part of our recruitment process is to send your CV. Should you be short listed Colbern Limited will contact you within 5 days or we may contact you about other job opportunities. Colbern Limited along with our clients are an equal opportunities employer
Apr 25, 2026
Contractor
Transport and Allowances Officer Plymouth Contract £13.26 per hour Our client is looking for an experienced is looking for Transport and Allowances Officer At least one day in the office for a 7am. Agreement to attend the office on other days if required. To provide administrative and customer focused support for the School Transport & Allowances Team, ensuring that all services provided to colleagues, managers and customers are efficient and effective. This is one of many roles we are recruiting for please visit our website colbernlimited co uk Key Accountabilities and Role Outcomes Undertake HR administration for Passenger Assistants, ensuring appropriate resources are in place to support service delivery, in conjunction with the Transport Officer responsible for managing Passenger Assistants (20%). Process applications and undertake eligibility checks for free school meals to ensure children have timely access to meals (15%). Undertake ID checks and add information to systems for school transport driver DBS checks and issue school driver ID badges (5%). Undertake administration for the service, ensuring accurate and up to date information is available to management (20%). Implement day to day changes as advised by parents, schools, tutors, etc. Inform operators and Passenger Assistants of changes to procured transport routes, in conjunction with the Transport Officer responsible for procurement (20%). Act as a reliable point of contact for the public, school staff, and other local authority staff, offering advice and guidance on school transport and free school meals matters (20%). Role Measures Authorising timesheets, unpaid leave and sickness in accordance with strict payroll deadlines. DBS checks processed to ensure compliance with safeguarding policy. Organising relief Passenger Assistant cover, maintaining records and ensuring routes are suitably covered for sickness and other absence. Accurate authorisation and recording of pupils entitled to free school meals and holiday allowances. Encouraging take up of free school meals and other allowances. Reviewing invoices and ensuring payments to operators are made within agreed timescales. Reviewing financial discrepancies and compiling information for further action. Ordering equipment, checking receipt, and processing payments via the Spend Management system. Generating invoices in a timely manner. Setting up new routes and maintaining existing routes within policy guideline timescales. Maintaining accurate databases for equipment and school term dates. Covering service on a rota basis between 7.00am and 5.00pm. Processing ID and DBS checks promptly to ensure operators have sufficient authorised drivers. Key Activities Scanning, filing, answering telephone calls, processing free bus passes, preparing correspondence, completing documentation, and producing and sending letters, emails, and tender documents (20%). Issuing changes to contracts and actioning payroll changes to maintain accurate records (10%). Arranging cover for absences and monitoring route changes to ensure efficiency (10%). Assessing and authorising free school meal claims and processing renewals (10%). Verifying and implementing monthly contract payments and processing invoices totalling approximately £2m annually in line with contract terms and financial procedures (10%). Assisting Transport Officers to set up new taxi and minibus routes, and managing changes to existing routes; arranging issuing of car seats and other equipment and maintaining equipment databases (10%). Setting up and terminating accounts, recording miscellaneous invoices, and monitoring requisition and invoice expenditure (5%). Checking budget statements, reporting on variances, and liaising with the finance team on guidelines (5%). Verifying timesheets, unpaid leave and sickness claims to ensure accurate payments (4%). Arranging interviews and training for new Passenger Assistants and processing DBS applications as required by schools (2%). Updating finance details and producing management reports for decision making (2%). Administering DBS checks for taxi and minibus drivers (2%). Managing customer accounts and raising invoices for concessionary travel (2%). Deputising for Transport Officers as required to ensure service continuity (2%). Ensuring allocation of safety equipment to routes (2%). Maintaining school term dates spreadsheets (2%). Proactively suggesting service improvements to enhance efficiency, customer experience and best practice (2%). Undertaking other duties appropriate to the grading of the role. NVQ Level 2 or 3. Customer care qualification or training. Basic knowledge of relevant legislation, policies and procedures. Understanding of school transport issues. 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Career Choices Dewis Gyrfa Ltd
Manchester, Lancashire
Advanced Specialist Clinical Pharmacist - Breast Cancer The Christie NHS Foundation Trust Employer: The Christie NHS Foundation Trust Location: Manchester, M20 4BX Contract Type: Permanent Hours: Full time Disability Confident: Yes About this job We have an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated and experienced Advanced Specialist Breast Cancer Pharmacist (Band 8b) to lead and further develop our breast cancer pharmacy services. This is a senior leadership position within our established breast cancer clinical pharmacy team. The post holder will provide strategic and clinical leadership to the breast cancer pharmacy service, working closely with the multidisciplinary team to ensure delivery of high-quality, patient-centred care across both the main Christie site and our outreach and peripheral clinics. You will be accountable for the safe, effective, and evidence-based use of systemic anti-cancer therapies (SACT) for patients with breast cancer. You be joining a supportive and forward-thinking team with a reputation for pioneering work in service delivery for patients with breast cancer. If you are enthusiastic and keen to shape the future of breast cancer pharmacy at one of the UK's most advanced cancer centres we would like to hear from you. To lead and manage the specialist breast cancer pharmacy service, ensuring clinical excellence, service alignment with Trust and national standards, and continuous improvement through defined performance measures. To provide advanced clinical pharmacy expertise, including independent prescribing, multidisciplinary collaboration, and delivery of patient-centred, evidence-based care for breast cancer patients. To oversee medicines optimisation and governance, ensuring safe, effective, and cost-efficient use of cancer medicines through robust protocols, incident management, and regulatory compliance. To manage and develop staff, providing leadership, mentorship, appraisals. To drive innovation and service development, leading initiatives such as pharmacist-led clinics, digital prescribing, and pathway optimisation to improve outcomes and reduce inequalities. To contribute to education, research, and financial stewardship, delivering teaching, audits, and clinical research while managing budgets, forecasting drug expenditure, and supporting sustainability goals. Although the pharmacy service is based at The Christie Hospital main site, postholders may be required to work at any location across the Greater Manchester and Cheshire Cancer Network. The Trust has a flexible working policy and, subject to service commitments, it may also be possible to support an element of working from home. The Christie is one of Europe's leading cancer centres, treating over 60,000 patients a year. We are based in Manchester and serve a population of 3.2 million across Greater Manchester & Cheshire, but as a national specialist around 15% patients are referred to us from other parts of the country. We provide radiotherapy through one of the largest radiotherapy departments in the world; chemotherapy on site and through 14 other hospitals; highly specialist surgery for complex and rare cancer; and a wide range of support and diagnostic services. We are also an international leader in research, with world first breakthroughs for over 100 years. We run one of the largest early clinical trial units in Europe with over 300 trials every year. Cancer research in Manchester, most of which is undertaken on the Christie site, has been officially ranked the best in the UK. Key Duties and Responsibilities To lead, develop and manage the specialist breast cancer pharmacy service within the Trust, ensuring alignment with departmental, Trust, and national standards. To provide highly specialist clinical pharmacy advice to other clinicians in multidisciplinary team meetings, outpatient clinics and on an ad hoc basis regarding the management of inpatients undergoing treatment for breast cancer including the management of clinical uncertainty by critically appraising the evidence-base and applying it to novel situations and reaching appropriate decisions in complex, challenging or sensitive environments where there are competing priorities and/or an absence of reliable evidence and in situations where other professionals may challenge the advice given. To act as an independent prescriber for appropriate breast cancer patients, managing own caseload and undertaking pharmacist-led clinics. This will include the management of patients with complex pharmaceutical care issues and distressed patients in emotive circumstances. To record personally generated information in the patient's Electronic Case Notes and Electronic Prescribing systems. To support patient-centred care by providing expert medicines advice, promoting adherence, and facilitating shared decision-making including verbal and written communication of highly complex drug or medicine related information to patients and relatives or carers including patients who may have language difficulties, physical or mental disabilities. To identify service improvement opportunities to meet the changing requirements of both the patient population and the Trust and take a pro active role in the development and implementation of these initiatives both within the Trust and with external agencies across the network where applicable e.g.: Greater Manchester Breast pathway board, NorthWest Genomics Laboratory Hub. To drive innovation in the treatment of patients with breast cancer, including pharmacist led clinics, supportive care interventions, and digital prescribing systems (EPMA). To establish a series of performance measures (discussed and agreed with the Consultant breast cancer pharmacist, and Service Manager & the Director of Pharmacy) against which the success of the post will be measured and reviewed on an ongoing basis. To lead and take responsibility for specific projects involving business planning for service expansion, workforce models, delivery of Trust and NHS strategy in shaping the breast cancer services across the organisation which may impact across or within departments, services or agencies external to the organization and collaborate with key stakeholders. To work collaboratively with other organisations across the network to encourage and support the implementation of creative and innovative service models to improve healthcare inequality and drive efficiencies across the system. To identify opportunities to reduce health inequalities and improve access to optimal breast cancer treatments across the network. To develop, implement, and maintain treatment protocols, prescribing guidelines, standard operating procedures and patient information in collaboration with the consultant pharmacist, clinicians and nursing teams. To collaborate in the development and monitoring of breast cancer specific homecare, self administration, and pathway optimisation initiatives and monitor expenditure across these areas. To be responsible for proactive reporting, investigating and reviewing trends in medication incidents in collaboration with the Medicines Safety Officer. Including risk assessment and leading on the implementation of actions with the wider multidisciplinary team to reduce likelihood of future harm and share learning through relevant governance committees. To maintain assurance that high cost, high risk medicines are used appropriately with robust governance processes. To act as a national opinion leader through involvement in guideline development, advisory boards, and specialist forums. To represent the Trust in regional and national projects to advance breast cancer pharmaceutical services. To deputise for the Breast Cancer Consultant Pharmacist at local, regional, and national level meetings (e.g. GM Cancer Breast Pathway Board). To continuously deliver and evaluate clinical pharmacy services and lead on service improvements to optimise breast cancer medication use and contribute to service/system efficiencies. To provide specialist teaching, supervision, and mentorship to pharmacy staff, medical staff, nurses, allied health professionals and students. To develop educational resources for both staff and patients and contribute to local and national training programmes in breast cancer and oncology pharmacy. To initiate, plan, organise, lead and participate in research, clinical audits, quality improvement projects, and service evaluation and disseminate findings through publications, conferences, and professional networks. To monitor and forecast breast cancer drug expenditure in collaboration with pharmacy leadership and consultant teams. To ensure safe, effective, and cost efficient use of medicines for patients with breast cancer, including horizon scanning and implementation of commissioning decisions. To analyse prescribing trends and implement cost saving initiatives while maintaining patient safety and outcomes including the generation of reports from Electronic Prescribing Systems where required. To provide expert advice on procurement, named patient requests, and management of drug shortages. To provide direct line management and professional leadership for specialist breast cancer pharmacists and pharmacy technicians within the oncology clinical pharmacy team. To undertake appraisals, supervision, training, and performance management of staff. . click apply for full job details
Apr 25, 2026
Full time
Advanced Specialist Clinical Pharmacist - Breast Cancer The Christie NHS Foundation Trust Employer: The Christie NHS Foundation Trust Location: Manchester, M20 4BX Contract Type: Permanent Hours: Full time Disability Confident: Yes About this job We have an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated and experienced Advanced Specialist Breast Cancer Pharmacist (Band 8b) to lead and further develop our breast cancer pharmacy services. This is a senior leadership position within our established breast cancer clinical pharmacy team. The post holder will provide strategic and clinical leadership to the breast cancer pharmacy service, working closely with the multidisciplinary team to ensure delivery of high-quality, patient-centred care across both the main Christie site and our outreach and peripheral clinics. You will be accountable for the safe, effective, and evidence-based use of systemic anti-cancer therapies (SACT) for patients with breast cancer. You be joining a supportive and forward-thinking team with a reputation for pioneering work in service delivery for patients with breast cancer. If you are enthusiastic and keen to shape the future of breast cancer pharmacy at one of the UK's most advanced cancer centres we would like to hear from you. To lead and manage the specialist breast cancer pharmacy service, ensuring clinical excellence, service alignment with Trust and national standards, and continuous improvement through defined performance measures. To provide advanced clinical pharmacy expertise, including independent prescribing, multidisciplinary collaboration, and delivery of patient-centred, evidence-based care for breast cancer patients. To oversee medicines optimisation and governance, ensuring safe, effective, and cost-efficient use of cancer medicines through robust protocols, incident management, and regulatory compliance. To manage and develop staff, providing leadership, mentorship, appraisals. To drive innovation and service development, leading initiatives such as pharmacist-led clinics, digital prescribing, and pathway optimisation to improve outcomes and reduce inequalities. To contribute to education, research, and financial stewardship, delivering teaching, audits, and clinical research while managing budgets, forecasting drug expenditure, and supporting sustainability goals. Although the pharmacy service is based at The Christie Hospital main site, postholders may be required to work at any location across the Greater Manchester and Cheshire Cancer Network. The Trust has a flexible working policy and, subject to service commitments, it may also be possible to support an element of working from home. The Christie is one of Europe's leading cancer centres, treating over 60,000 patients a year. We are based in Manchester and serve a population of 3.2 million across Greater Manchester & Cheshire, but as a national specialist around 15% patients are referred to us from other parts of the country. We provide radiotherapy through one of the largest radiotherapy departments in the world; chemotherapy on site and through 14 other hospitals; highly specialist surgery for complex and rare cancer; and a wide range of support and diagnostic services. We are also an international leader in research, with world first breakthroughs for over 100 years. We run one of the largest early clinical trial units in Europe with over 300 trials every year. Cancer research in Manchester, most of which is undertaken on the Christie site, has been officially ranked the best in the UK. Key Duties and Responsibilities To lead, develop and manage the specialist breast cancer pharmacy service within the Trust, ensuring alignment with departmental, Trust, and national standards. To provide highly specialist clinical pharmacy advice to other clinicians in multidisciplinary team meetings, outpatient clinics and on an ad hoc basis regarding the management of inpatients undergoing treatment for breast cancer including the management of clinical uncertainty by critically appraising the evidence-base and applying it to novel situations and reaching appropriate decisions in complex, challenging or sensitive environments where there are competing priorities and/or an absence of reliable evidence and in situations where other professionals may challenge the advice given. To act as an independent prescriber for appropriate breast cancer patients, managing own caseload and undertaking pharmacist-led clinics. This will include the management of patients with complex pharmaceutical care issues and distressed patients in emotive circumstances. To record personally generated information in the patient's Electronic Case Notes and Electronic Prescribing systems. To support patient-centred care by providing expert medicines advice, promoting adherence, and facilitating shared decision-making including verbal and written communication of highly complex drug or medicine related information to patients and relatives or carers including patients who may have language difficulties, physical or mental disabilities. To identify service improvement opportunities to meet the changing requirements of both the patient population and the Trust and take a pro active role in the development and implementation of these initiatives both within the Trust and with external agencies across the network where applicable e.g.: Greater Manchester Breast pathway board, NorthWest Genomics Laboratory Hub. To drive innovation in the treatment of patients with breast cancer, including pharmacist led clinics, supportive care interventions, and digital prescribing systems (EPMA). To establish a series of performance measures (discussed and agreed with the Consultant breast cancer pharmacist, and Service Manager & the Director of Pharmacy) against which the success of the post will be measured and reviewed on an ongoing basis. To lead and take responsibility for specific projects involving business planning for service expansion, workforce models, delivery of Trust and NHS strategy in shaping the breast cancer services across the organisation which may impact across or within departments, services or agencies external to the organization and collaborate with key stakeholders. To work collaboratively with other organisations across the network to encourage and support the implementation of creative and innovative service models to improve healthcare inequality and drive efficiencies across the system. To identify opportunities to reduce health inequalities and improve access to optimal breast cancer treatments across the network. To develop, implement, and maintain treatment protocols, prescribing guidelines, standard operating procedures and patient information in collaboration with the consultant pharmacist, clinicians and nursing teams. To collaborate in the development and monitoring of breast cancer specific homecare, self administration, and pathway optimisation initiatives and monitor expenditure across these areas. To be responsible for proactive reporting, investigating and reviewing trends in medication incidents in collaboration with the Medicines Safety Officer. Including risk assessment and leading on the implementation of actions with the wider multidisciplinary team to reduce likelihood of future harm and share learning through relevant governance committees. To maintain assurance that high cost, high risk medicines are used appropriately with robust governance processes. To act as a national opinion leader through involvement in guideline development, advisory boards, and specialist forums. To represent the Trust in regional and national projects to advance breast cancer pharmaceutical services. To deputise for the Breast Cancer Consultant Pharmacist at local, regional, and national level meetings (e.g. GM Cancer Breast Pathway Board). To continuously deliver and evaluate clinical pharmacy services and lead on service improvements to optimise breast cancer medication use and contribute to service/system efficiencies. To provide specialist teaching, supervision, and mentorship to pharmacy staff, medical staff, nurses, allied health professionals and students. To develop educational resources for both staff and patients and contribute to local and national training programmes in breast cancer and oncology pharmacy. To initiate, plan, organise, lead and participate in research, clinical audits, quality improvement projects, and service evaluation and disseminate findings through publications, conferences, and professional networks. To monitor and forecast breast cancer drug expenditure in collaboration with pharmacy leadership and consultant teams. To ensure safe, effective, and cost efficient use of medicines for patients with breast cancer, including horizon scanning and implementation of commissioning decisions. To analyse prescribing trends and implement cost saving initiatives while maintaining patient safety and outcomes including the generation of reports from Electronic Prescribing Systems where required. To provide expert advice on procurement, named patient requests, and management of drug shortages. To provide direct line management and professional leadership for specialist breast cancer pharmacists and pharmacy technicians within the oncology clinical pharmacy team. To undertake appraisals, supervision, training, and performance management of staff. . click apply for full job details
Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS)
Full Time / 37 Hours Per Week / Permanent There are so many exciting things happening in the city to benefit our residents, and make Leicester a better place to live, work and visit. From re development plans aiming to build 6,000 new homes, to repairs and maintenance of our existing housing stock and council's buildings, to the stunning re development of the Leicester train station, the Procurement Team are pivotal in procuring goods, works and services to enable these high profile projects. No day is the same and there is plenty of variety in the work we do. Overview Our team of highly professional, and highly skilled officers develop and implement innovative procurement strategies for categories of goods, works and services to manage demand, deliver efficiency savings, service improvements and meet strategic objectives of the Council. As the manager, you'll lead cross functional teams to deliver significant high value, complex procurement projects and focus on securing the best quality at competitive prices to ensure operational success while controlling costs, managing supplier relationships, and mitigating supply chain risks. Responsibilities Lead cross functional teams to deliver high value, complex procurement projects Secure the best quality at competitive prices and ensure operational success Control costs, manage supplier relationships, and mitigate supply chain risks Lead the team with confidence and clarity, ensuring staff are supported with training and development Qualifications Significant experience and knowledge of public sector procurement, tendering and contract management processes Strong leadership skills Commitment to completing the Procurement Act 2023 training (TPP) within 4 weeks of starting, or already completed Benefits Flexible working environment that encourages a healthy work life balance Generous annual leave and membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme Flexible benefits including discounts on city buses and trains Opportunity to develop skills and expertise with a variety of opportunities Working Arrangement Hybrid role; work from home and Leicester City Offices. Expected to work a minimum of 2 days a week from City Hall. Appointment subject to a standard DBS check. Join us We're committed to recruiting a diverse and highly talented workforce as we continue to build a council that is fitting and representative of our great city. For a chat about this post, please feel free to contact Izabela Skowronek via email or call or Jigna Dhorajia via email or call .
Apr 24, 2026
Full time
Full Time / 37 Hours Per Week / Permanent There are so many exciting things happening in the city to benefit our residents, and make Leicester a better place to live, work and visit. From re development plans aiming to build 6,000 new homes, to repairs and maintenance of our existing housing stock and council's buildings, to the stunning re development of the Leicester train station, the Procurement Team are pivotal in procuring goods, works and services to enable these high profile projects. No day is the same and there is plenty of variety in the work we do. Overview Our team of highly professional, and highly skilled officers develop and implement innovative procurement strategies for categories of goods, works and services to manage demand, deliver efficiency savings, service improvements and meet strategic objectives of the Council. As the manager, you'll lead cross functional teams to deliver significant high value, complex procurement projects and focus on securing the best quality at competitive prices to ensure operational success while controlling costs, managing supplier relationships, and mitigating supply chain risks. Responsibilities Lead cross functional teams to deliver high value, complex procurement projects Secure the best quality at competitive prices and ensure operational success Control costs, manage supplier relationships, and mitigate supply chain risks Lead the team with confidence and clarity, ensuring staff are supported with training and development Qualifications Significant experience and knowledge of public sector procurement, tendering and contract management processes Strong leadership skills Commitment to completing the Procurement Act 2023 training (TPP) within 4 weeks of starting, or already completed Benefits Flexible working environment that encourages a healthy work life balance Generous annual leave and membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme Flexible benefits including discounts on city buses and trains Opportunity to develop skills and expertise with a variety of opportunities Working Arrangement Hybrid role; work from home and Leicester City Offices. Expected to work a minimum of 2 days a week from City Hall. Appointment subject to a standard DBS check. Join us We're committed to recruiting a diverse and highly talented workforce as we continue to build a council that is fitting and representative of our great city. For a chat about this post, please feel free to contact Izabela Skowronek via email or call or Jigna Dhorajia via email or call .
Role Overview: The Talent Set are delighted to partner with their client on a fantastic Marketing Officer role. This position involves developing and implementing impactful marketing campaigns to strengthen the charity s brand, engage supporters, and help achieve strategic objectives through innovative and well-coordinated activities. Key Responsibilities: Lead the planning and delivery of integrated marketing campaigns across multiple channels including digital, print, and social media. Conduct market research to understand supporter needs, sector trends, and competitive landscape. Develop clear and compelling marketing propositions, ensuring brand consistency across all materials. Work collaboratively with internal teams and external agencies to create engaging content, including digital collateral, case studies, and multimedia assets. Manage project timelines, budgets, and resources to meet campaign milestones and goals. Monitor, evaluate, and optimise campaign performance through data analysis, providing insights and recommendations for improvement. Produce reports and presentations for stakeholders, including senior management, to demonstrate campaign impact. Oversee procurement of marketing services and manage supplier relationships to ensure quality and value. Support departmental processes such as GDPR compliance, CRM updates, and stock management of branded materials. Person Specification: Proven experience in managing marketing campaigns across multiple channels and customer touchpoints. Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise tasks and manage time effectively. Excellent written and verbal communication skills with attention to detail. Ability to work collaboratively and build professional relationships internally and with external partners. Competent in budget management and performance tracking. Knowledge of digital marketing tools and social media platforms (desirable). Demonstrates a proactive approach to learning and professional development. Passionate about making a difference within the charity or health sector environment. What s on Offer: Salary: £31,000 Location: Hybrid North Yorkshire Contract: Full time and permanent How to Apply: To apply, please submit your CV demonstrating your suitability for this role by clicking the 'apply now' button (please do not apply via email). We aim to get back to all successful candidates within 48 working hours. Commitment to Diversity: The Talent Set are committed to diverse and inclusive recruitment practices, ensuring equal opportunities for all applicants regardless of race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, disability, or age. We actively encourage applications from a wide range of backgrounds and are always happy to make reasonable adjustments to ensure a fair recruitment process.
Apr 24, 2026
Full time
Role Overview: The Talent Set are delighted to partner with their client on a fantastic Marketing Officer role. This position involves developing and implementing impactful marketing campaigns to strengthen the charity s brand, engage supporters, and help achieve strategic objectives through innovative and well-coordinated activities. Key Responsibilities: Lead the planning and delivery of integrated marketing campaigns across multiple channels including digital, print, and social media. Conduct market research to understand supporter needs, sector trends, and competitive landscape. Develop clear and compelling marketing propositions, ensuring brand consistency across all materials. Work collaboratively with internal teams and external agencies to create engaging content, including digital collateral, case studies, and multimedia assets. Manage project timelines, budgets, and resources to meet campaign milestones and goals. Monitor, evaluate, and optimise campaign performance through data analysis, providing insights and recommendations for improvement. Produce reports and presentations for stakeholders, including senior management, to demonstrate campaign impact. Oversee procurement of marketing services and manage supplier relationships to ensure quality and value. Support departmental processes such as GDPR compliance, CRM updates, and stock management of branded materials. Person Specification: Proven experience in managing marketing campaigns across multiple channels and customer touchpoints. Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise tasks and manage time effectively. Excellent written and verbal communication skills with attention to detail. Ability to work collaboratively and build professional relationships internally and with external partners. Competent in budget management and performance tracking. Knowledge of digital marketing tools and social media platforms (desirable). Demonstrates a proactive approach to learning and professional development. Passionate about making a difference within the charity or health sector environment. What s on Offer: Salary: £31,000 Location: Hybrid North Yorkshire Contract: Full time and permanent How to Apply: To apply, please submit your CV demonstrating your suitability for this role by clicking the 'apply now' button (please do not apply via email). We aim to get back to all successful candidates within 48 working hours. Commitment to Diversity: The Talent Set are committed to diverse and inclusive recruitment practices, ensuring equal opportunities for all applicants regardless of race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, disability, or age. We actively encourage applications from a wide range of backgrounds and are always happy to make reasonable adjustments to ensure a fair recruitment process.
Business Support Officer needed! Location: Town Hall, Gosport Hours: 14.5 hours per week, days to be negotiated. Salary: 14.86 Contract Type: July 2026 We are seeking a highly organised and proactive Business Support Officer to provide essential administrative and operational support to our Streetscene service with a focus on Arboriculture. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives in a busy, customer-focused environment and wants to make a real difference in the local community. Key Responsibilities: Provide effective business support and ensure a customer-focused service. Maintain accurate records of public enquiries. Assist in updating web content in coordination with Streetscene Managers. Handling invoicing. Supporting the Arboriculture Officer by, ordering materials, and providing general administrative support. Process orders and invoices via our procurement systems. Ensure compliance with council data and information policies. Handle customer queries and complaints professionally. Adhere to all Health & Safety, Equal Opportunities, and Safeguarding policies. What We're Looking For: Strong IT skills, particularly in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel). Excellent organisational and time management abilities. Experience working in a busy office or customer service environment. Clear communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work independently and use initiative. Apply today! Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.
Apr 24, 2026
Seasonal
Business Support Officer needed! Location: Town Hall, Gosport Hours: 14.5 hours per week, days to be negotiated. Salary: 14.86 Contract Type: July 2026 We are seeking a highly organised and proactive Business Support Officer to provide essential administrative and operational support to our Streetscene service with a focus on Arboriculture. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives in a busy, customer-focused environment and wants to make a real difference in the local community. Key Responsibilities: Provide effective business support and ensure a customer-focused service. Maintain accurate records of public enquiries. Assist in updating web content in coordination with Streetscene Managers. Handling invoicing. Supporting the Arboriculture Officer by, ordering materials, and providing general administrative support. Process orders and invoices via our procurement systems. Ensure compliance with council data and information policies. Handle customer queries and complaints professionally. Adhere to all Health & Safety, Equal Opportunities, and Safeguarding policies. What We're Looking For: Strong IT skills, particularly in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel). Excellent organisational and time management abilities. Experience working in a busy office or customer service environment. Clear communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work independently and use initiative. Apply today! Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.
Michael Page Property and Construction
Liverpool, Merseyside
A leading North West housing and property organisation is hiring a Compliance Officer to support the delivery of statutory compliance across key safety workstreams, ensuring programmes are completed, data is accurate, and assurance reporting is robust. You'll be the day-to-day operational point of contact, working with internal teams and specialist contractors to deliver safe, compliant homes and excellent customer outcomes. Client Details Our client is a values-led, customer-focused housing and property organisation with a strong reputation for doing the right thing, investing in people, and operating to high governance and safety standards. They manage a significant property portfolio across the North West and are committed to continuous improvement , service quality , and regulatory excellence . Description Support the management and evolution of the organisation's statutory compliance framework , ensuring alignment with best practice and legislation. Act as the main operational point of contact for compliance delivery-ensuring smooth, high-quality, value-for-money service. Manage day-to-day delivery of compliance servicing, inspections, and follow-up remedial works across: Gas , Asbestos , Legionella , Electrical , Fire Safety , Lifts , and associated M&E services Coordinate access for hard-to-reach properties, working with colleagues and contractors to deliver approved procedures. Maintain and improve compliance data management systems -ensuring records are accurate, complete, auditable and readily available. Collate performance data and produce draft monthly/quarterly/annual KPI reports by compliance stream. Keep current with compliance best practice/legislation and share key updates with relevant teams and stakeholders. Coordinate a programme of compliance audits (internal and external), collating findings and performance evidence for assurance reporting. Provide technical support/advice on regulatory requirements related to asset compliance. Support procurement activity: contractor/consultant selection and appointment in line with governance and financial procedures. Run contractor performance and contract management meetings-agenda/action tracking and documentation. Raise work orders/variations, ensure approvals are in place, and reconcile invoices against authorised orders. Work confidently within compliance IT systems/third-party portals and asset management software modules (e.g., servicing & inspection systems). Promote safe working and safeguarding culture-reporting hazards and supporting organisational obligations. Produce analysis in Excel (intermediate+) to support decisions and compliance assurance Profile NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) and/or strong relevant experience in property compliance or asset safety. Compliance training/knowledge across some of: Fire Safety, Asbestos, Gas Safety, Electrical Safety (others desirable). Experience managing and/or supporting delivery of building services/maintenance contracts (including procurement exposure). Understanding of compliance requirements and Health & Safety legislation (CDM knowledge is advantageous). Strong admin discipline and confidence using MS Office and property/compliance databases/asset management systems. Confidence building relationships with contractors, auditors, regulators and internal stakeholders. Job Offer High-impact role protecting customers and ensuring safe, compliant homes Genuine development exposure across multiple compliance workstreams Strong stakeholder visibility and the chance to shape performance through data and assurance Supportive leadership and a values-driven culture focused on ownership and growth Competitive salary (DOE) + strong benefits package (details shared at application stage) Training and professional development support (role-dependent)
Apr 24, 2026
Contractor
A leading North West housing and property organisation is hiring a Compliance Officer to support the delivery of statutory compliance across key safety workstreams, ensuring programmes are completed, data is accurate, and assurance reporting is robust. You'll be the day-to-day operational point of contact, working with internal teams and specialist contractors to deliver safe, compliant homes and excellent customer outcomes. Client Details Our client is a values-led, customer-focused housing and property organisation with a strong reputation for doing the right thing, investing in people, and operating to high governance and safety standards. They manage a significant property portfolio across the North West and are committed to continuous improvement , service quality , and regulatory excellence . Description Support the management and evolution of the organisation's statutory compliance framework , ensuring alignment with best practice and legislation. Act as the main operational point of contact for compliance delivery-ensuring smooth, high-quality, value-for-money service. Manage day-to-day delivery of compliance servicing, inspections, and follow-up remedial works across: Gas , Asbestos , Legionella , Electrical , Fire Safety , Lifts , and associated M&E services Coordinate access for hard-to-reach properties, working with colleagues and contractors to deliver approved procedures. Maintain and improve compliance data management systems -ensuring records are accurate, complete, auditable and readily available. Collate performance data and produce draft monthly/quarterly/annual KPI reports by compliance stream. Keep current with compliance best practice/legislation and share key updates with relevant teams and stakeholders. Coordinate a programme of compliance audits (internal and external), collating findings and performance evidence for assurance reporting. Provide technical support/advice on regulatory requirements related to asset compliance. Support procurement activity: contractor/consultant selection and appointment in line with governance and financial procedures. Run contractor performance and contract management meetings-agenda/action tracking and documentation. Raise work orders/variations, ensure approvals are in place, and reconcile invoices against authorised orders. Work confidently within compliance IT systems/third-party portals and asset management software modules (e.g., servicing & inspection systems). Promote safe working and safeguarding culture-reporting hazards and supporting organisational obligations. Produce analysis in Excel (intermediate+) to support decisions and compliance assurance Profile NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) and/or strong relevant experience in property compliance or asset safety. Compliance training/knowledge across some of: Fire Safety, Asbestos, Gas Safety, Electrical Safety (others desirable). Experience managing and/or supporting delivery of building services/maintenance contracts (including procurement exposure). Understanding of compliance requirements and Health & Safety legislation (CDM knowledge is advantageous). Strong admin discipline and confidence using MS Office and property/compliance databases/asset management systems. Confidence building relationships with contractors, auditors, regulators and internal stakeholders. Job Offer High-impact role protecting customers and ensuring safe, compliant homes Genuine development exposure across multiple compliance workstreams Strong stakeholder visibility and the chance to shape performance through data and assurance Supportive leadership and a values-driven culture focused on ownership and growth Competitive salary (DOE) + strong benefits package (details shared at application stage) Training and professional development support (role-dependent)
I am currently recruiting for a Financial Improvement Manager to work within a local authority. The role will be for 6 months at least and will be paying up to 700 p/day. Job Specification Provide day to day leadership of a Council-wide finance improvement programme focused around the priority themes identified, ensuring that the desired outcomes are delivered by working directly with workstream leads, the programme team, support services and staff to scope, initiate, design and direct improvement projects. Provide strategic and operational financial insight to the programme, establishing financial standards and ensuring a sound diagnostic understanding of issues in each workstream is established as the basis for the improvement plan Develop a sound financial culture across the organisation, working directly with managers and budget holders in setting the tone, direction, and framework to deliver improvement and change in financial management. Provide significant support to the Finance Improvement Lead, elected Members, Finance Leadership Team, programme and project boards, and wider stakeholders in the leadership and delivery of the programme, including the analysis of risks and opportunities and proposing recommendations and solutions to specific issues affecting the delivery of the programme outcomes. Provide significant support to the Finance Improvement Lead, elected Members, Finance Leadership Team, programme and project boards, and wider stakeholders in the leadership and delivery of the programme, including the analysis of risks and opportunities and proposing recommendations and solutions to specific issues affecting the delivery of the programme outcomes. To client and work closely with Transformation Programme staff such as the Transformation Programme Director, programme managers and project support officers supporting the delivery of the transformational aspects of the finance improvement programme To manage programme risks effectively, reporting them in line with the council's risk management framework. Provide advice, guidance, and intervention as appropriate to resolve all those issues escalated or requiring support and initiate corrective action to ensure minimal impact upon the programme and operational or strategic service delivery. Person Profile Accountancy qualification (CIPFA or equivalent). Extensive knowledge of best practice standards in local government financial management and good wider working knowledge of a variety of areas such as procurement, internal audit, council companies. The ability to draw on contacts and evidence from elsewhere to benchmark, identify professional and operational standards and know the art of the possible Used to working in a disciplined and methodical programme approach - systematic in nature and able to hold others to account to follow agreed processes and procedures Track record of successfully delivering service improvement and transformation in a local authority or public sector context If you are interested, please send me your CV
Apr 24, 2026
Contractor
I am currently recruiting for a Financial Improvement Manager to work within a local authority. The role will be for 6 months at least and will be paying up to 700 p/day. Job Specification Provide day to day leadership of a Council-wide finance improvement programme focused around the priority themes identified, ensuring that the desired outcomes are delivered by working directly with workstream leads, the programme team, support services and staff to scope, initiate, design and direct improvement projects. Provide strategic and operational financial insight to the programme, establishing financial standards and ensuring a sound diagnostic understanding of issues in each workstream is established as the basis for the improvement plan Develop a sound financial culture across the organisation, working directly with managers and budget holders in setting the tone, direction, and framework to deliver improvement and change in financial management. Provide significant support to the Finance Improvement Lead, elected Members, Finance Leadership Team, programme and project boards, and wider stakeholders in the leadership and delivery of the programme, including the analysis of risks and opportunities and proposing recommendations and solutions to specific issues affecting the delivery of the programme outcomes. Provide significant support to the Finance Improvement Lead, elected Members, Finance Leadership Team, programme and project boards, and wider stakeholders in the leadership and delivery of the programme, including the analysis of risks and opportunities and proposing recommendations and solutions to specific issues affecting the delivery of the programme outcomes. To client and work closely with Transformation Programme staff such as the Transformation Programme Director, programme managers and project support officers supporting the delivery of the transformational aspects of the finance improvement programme To manage programme risks effectively, reporting them in line with the council's risk management framework. Provide advice, guidance, and intervention as appropriate to resolve all those issues escalated or requiring support and initiate corrective action to ensure minimal impact upon the programme and operational or strategic service delivery. Person Profile Accountancy qualification (CIPFA or equivalent). Extensive knowledge of best practice standards in local government financial management and good wider working knowledge of a variety of areas such as procurement, internal audit, council companies. The ability to draw on contacts and evidence from elsewhere to benchmark, identify professional and operational standards and know the art of the possible Used to working in a disciplined and methodical programme approach - systematic in nature and able to hold others to account to follow agreed processes and procedures Track record of successfully delivering service improvement and transformation in a local authority or public sector context If you are interested, please send me your CV
