Grounds Maintenance Team Leader Location: DMRC Stanford Hall Hourly Rate: 13 to 13.75 (dependent on experience and qualifications) Contract type: Permanent Working hours: Monday - Friday, 07:00 - 15:30 About the role Overseeing a team of Grounds Maintenance Operatives based at DMRC Stanford Hall, you will keep the grounds in wonderful condition for our prestige site and active hospital through grounds maintenance and gardening tasks such as grass cutting, strimming, hedge pruning, flower bed maintenance, spraying and more. It's a great opportunity to develop your skills, gain valuable experience, and grow with us in a friendly and encouraging environment! Requirements Previous Grounds Maintenance and Gardening experience is required, with leadership experience being highly advantageous. A full valid UK driving license is essential. Horticultural qualifications highly beneficial as this role will involve head gardening duties. Willing to undertake & achieve clear DBS and BPSS checks prior to start. PA1 and PA6 licenses are desirable. Can-do attitude and safety-conscious mindset. Physically fit and able to work outdoors in all weather conditions. Why join us? As the UK's leading grounds maintenance and landscape creation provider, no two projects are ever the same - and neither are our people. That's why we're committed to nurturing a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone can thrive. What we offer We offer career advancement and development opportunities through our bespoke apprenticeship programmes, our extensive in-house training academy, and coaching and mentorship. Join a diverse and inclusive workplace where you can collaborate with passionate and talented individuals. Contribute to projects that make a real difference in the community and environment. We recognise and reward your hard work with our wide-ranging benefits package designed to prioritise your wellbeing, support life choices, and help in both good and challenging times. Benefits 21 days holiday plus bank holidays. Full workwear and PPE provided. Support for personal and professional challenges. Access to discounts on retail, holidays, gym memberships, and more. Secure your future - resources to manage your finances. Colleague of the month and annual awards. Enhanced maternity and shared parental leave. Two days per year to support a cause of your choice. Comprehensive resources and support. About our client We are Europe's largest provider of grounds maintenance services and landscape creation, in the UK alone we're a community of over 3,000 passionate colleagues shaping the future of the green industry. We understand what it means to grow. Our history dates back to 1919, and today, with a turnover of 250 million, we're more than just a company - we're a force for positive change. We offer a range of services to create, maintain, and manage landscapes across the UK. Grow with us, and together we'll create a greener future for all.
May 01, 2026
Contractor
Grounds Maintenance Team Leader Location: DMRC Stanford Hall Hourly Rate: 13 to 13.75 (dependent on experience and qualifications) Contract type: Permanent Working hours: Monday - Friday, 07:00 - 15:30 About the role Overseeing a team of Grounds Maintenance Operatives based at DMRC Stanford Hall, you will keep the grounds in wonderful condition for our prestige site and active hospital through grounds maintenance and gardening tasks such as grass cutting, strimming, hedge pruning, flower bed maintenance, spraying and more. It's a great opportunity to develop your skills, gain valuable experience, and grow with us in a friendly and encouraging environment! Requirements Previous Grounds Maintenance and Gardening experience is required, with leadership experience being highly advantageous. A full valid UK driving license is essential. Horticultural qualifications highly beneficial as this role will involve head gardening duties. Willing to undertake & achieve clear DBS and BPSS checks prior to start. PA1 and PA6 licenses are desirable. Can-do attitude and safety-conscious mindset. Physically fit and able to work outdoors in all weather conditions. Why join us? As the UK's leading grounds maintenance and landscape creation provider, no two projects are ever the same - and neither are our people. That's why we're committed to nurturing a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone can thrive. What we offer We offer career advancement and development opportunities through our bespoke apprenticeship programmes, our extensive in-house training academy, and coaching and mentorship. Join a diverse and inclusive workplace where you can collaborate with passionate and talented individuals. Contribute to projects that make a real difference in the community and environment. We recognise and reward your hard work with our wide-ranging benefits package designed to prioritise your wellbeing, support life choices, and help in both good and challenging times. Benefits 21 days holiday plus bank holidays. Full workwear and PPE provided. Support for personal and professional challenges. Access to discounts on retail, holidays, gym memberships, and more. Secure your future - resources to manage your finances. Colleague of the month and annual awards. Enhanced maternity and shared parental leave. Two days per year to support a cause of your choice. Comprehensive resources and support. About our client We are Europe's largest provider of grounds maintenance services and landscape creation, in the UK alone we're a community of over 3,000 passionate colleagues shaping the future of the green industry. We understand what it means to grow. Our history dates back to 1919, and today, with a turnover of 250 million, we're more than just a company - we're a force for positive change. We offer a range of services to create, maintain, and manage landscapes across the UK. Grow with us, and together we'll create a greener future for all.
Job Title: Project Finance Capability Centre - Team Lead Location: Warton - Hybrid, 3 days on site We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role. Salary: £59,491+ (DOE) Who we are: Join BAE Systems and you'll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you'll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You'll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow, shaping a safer future, for all of us. From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space, there's no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you. Job Description: You'll oversee a high-performing Project Finance team supporting advanced Air programmes, delivering insight that shapes key business strategies. Working across a diverse portfolio, you'll guide a team of finance professionals, ensuring high-quality reporting, planning and evaluation using modern financial tools and data-driven approaches. You'll collaborate with senior stakeholders and cross-functional teams, balancing team leadership with operational delivery and continuous improvement. This role offers considerable visibility across the business, the opportunity to influence outcomes at scale and excellent development potential, ideal for someone looking to grow their leadership capability within a dynamic and evolving environment. Core duties: Guiding a small team, ensuring delivery of accurate, high-quality financial outputs to key stakeholders Planning workloads and overseeing end-to-end activities, ensuring deadlines are met and quality standards maintained Acting as a key contact for finance stakeholders, coordinating requirements, timelines and process expectations Coordinating process responsibility, implementing improvements to enhance efficiency, consistency and overall performance Supporting team development through performance management , feedback and adherence to HR policies Essential Skills: Fully qualified accountant with post-qualification experience, supporting financial delivery within complex or high-volume environments Demonstratable experience heading teams, ensuring accountability, quality outputs and consistent performance across processes considerable organisational skills, prioritising workloads and managing multiple stakeholders within strategically key, deadline-driven settings Effective communication skills, engaging stakeholders and clearly presenting financial information, expectations and outcomes Experience reviewing financial outputs for accuracy and driving continuous improvement across processes and team performance The AIR Project Finance Capability Centre: Join a dynamic team at the heart of advanced military air programmes, supporting major production and global customer contracts. Working across high-impact projects, the team collaborates closely with multi-functional partners to drive performance, enable growth, and deliver value across innovative, world-class defence capabilities. Why BAE Systems? Here you'll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work, this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You'll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what's most important to you and your family, support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make. A place where everyone can thrive: We're committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 8th April 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
May 01, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Project Finance Capability Centre - Team Lead Location: Warton - Hybrid, 3 days on site We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role. Salary: £59,491+ (DOE) Who we are: Join BAE Systems and you'll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you'll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You'll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow, shaping a safer future, for all of us. From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space, there's no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you. Job Description: You'll oversee a high-performing Project Finance team supporting advanced Air programmes, delivering insight that shapes key business strategies. Working across a diverse portfolio, you'll guide a team of finance professionals, ensuring high-quality reporting, planning and evaluation using modern financial tools and data-driven approaches. You'll collaborate with senior stakeholders and cross-functional teams, balancing team leadership with operational delivery and continuous improvement. This role offers considerable visibility across the business, the opportunity to influence outcomes at scale and excellent development potential, ideal for someone looking to grow their leadership capability within a dynamic and evolving environment. Core duties: Guiding a small team, ensuring delivery of accurate, high-quality financial outputs to key stakeholders Planning workloads and overseeing end-to-end activities, ensuring deadlines are met and quality standards maintained Acting as a key contact for finance stakeholders, coordinating requirements, timelines and process expectations Coordinating process responsibility, implementing improvements to enhance efficiency, consistency and overall performance Supporting team development through performance management , feedback and adherence to HR policies Essential Skills: Fully qualified accountant with post-qualification experience, supporting financial delivery within complex or high-volume environments Demonstratable experience heading teams, ensuring accountability, quality outputs and consistent performance across processes considerable organisational skills, prioritising workloads and managing multiple stakeholders within strategically key, deadline-driven settings Effective communication skills, engaging stakeholders and clearly presenting financial information, expectations and outcomes Experience reviewing financial outputs for accuracy and driving continuous improvement across processes and team performance The AIR Project Finance Capability Centre: Join a dynamic team at the heart of advanced military air programmes, supporting major production and global customer contracts. Working across high-impact projects, the team collaborates closely with multi-functional partners to drive performance, enable growth, and deliver value across innovative, world-class defence capabilities. Why BAE Systems? Here you'll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work, this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You'll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what's most important to you and your family, support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make. A place where everyone can thrive: We're committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 8th April 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited
Bristol, Somerset
Recruitment Consultant(Graduate/Trainee) - Uncapped Commission£28,000 + Uncapped Commission (Year 1 OTE (£35,000-£45,000) + Full Training + Progression + Company DevelopmentsBristol City CentreAre you looking to kickstart your career in Recruitment within a rapidly growing consultancy who have aims of major growth both across the UK and internationally providing the platform for quick career progression to management and beyond?Ernest Gordon are an Engineering, Technical, IT and Finance consultancy with a head office based in Bristol City Centre. With major aims of doubling headcount and turnover year on year, in addition to diversifying into new sectors- we are looking to bring in motivated individuals to help us achieve these goals.You will be joining a tight-knit team where you will receive full training and continual support to help grow your skillset within sales and progress your career. We pride ourselves on our development processes which lead to the autonomy to manage your own desk and play a key part in the growth of the company, and to continually open new offices year on year.We are always looking to the future, reinvesting our profits into the company and constantly making changes in the ways we operate to help develop the next generation of talent. We value our staff and company culture as absolute priorities- we know bringing in the right people will help us to get to where we want to be and provide the opportunity for individuals to change their lives and build great careers.The Role: Full training to build a career as a Recruitment Consultant Autonomy to manage your own desk Market-leading commission rates- uncapped with opportunities to earn up to 40% Rapid progression opportunities- from trainee to directorshipThe Person: Looking to build a career in Recruitment / Sales Motivated with aims of upskilling yourself and progressing your career Commutable to BristolTrainee, Graduate, Junior, Entry-Level, Recruitment, Consultant, Engineering, Technical, Manager, Progression, Principal, Senior, Sales, Account, Progression, Training, Somerset, Bristol, South West, Reference number: BBBH14634If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered renumeration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set.Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job, you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at our website.
May 01, 2026
Full time
Recruitment Consultant(Graduate/Trainee) - Uncapped Commission£28,000 + Uncapped Commission (Year 1 OTE (£35,000-£45,000) + Full Training + Progression + Company DevelopmentsBristol City CentreAre you looking to kickstart your career in Recruitment within a rapidly growing consultancy who have aims of major growth both across the UK and internationally providing the platform for quick career progression to management and beyond?Ernest Gordon are an Engineering, Technical, IT and Finance consultancy with a head office based in Bristol City Centre. With major aims of doubling headcount and turnover year on year, in addition to diversifying into new sectors- we are looking to bring in motivated individuals to help us achieve these goals.You will be joining a tight-knit team where you will receive full training and continual support to help grow your skillset within sales and progress your career. We pride ourselves on our development processes which lead to the autonomy to manage your own desk and play a key part in the growth of the company, and to continually open new offices year on year.We are always looking to the future, reinvesting our profits into the company and constantly making changes in the ways we operate to help develop the next generation of talent. We value our staff and company culture as absolute priorities- we know bringing in the right people will help us to get to where we want to be and provide the opportunity for individuals to change their lives and build great careers.The Role: Full training to build a career as a Recruitment Consultant Autonomy to manage your own desk Market-leading commission rates- uncapped with opportunities to earn up to 40% Rapid progression opportunities- from trainee to directorshipThe Person: Looking to build a career in Recruitment / Sales Motivated with aims of upskilling yourself and progressing your career Commutable to BristolTrainee, Graduate, Junior, Entry-Level, Recruitment, Consultant, Engineering, Technical, Manager, Progression, Principal, Senior, Sales, Account, Progression, Training, Somerset, Bristol, South West, Reference number: BBBH14634If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered renumeration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set.Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job, you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at our website.
We are partnering with a leading global food ingredients manufacturer to recruit a Commercial Finance Business Partner. This is a key role within the UK&I commercial team, offering significant exposure to senior commercial stakeholders and the opportunity to directly influence business performance and strategy. Reporting to the Head of FP&A and Business Partnering, the successful candidate will lead commercial finance business partnering-providing insight, challenge, and support to drive profitable growth. The Role This position sits at the heart of the commercial function, acting as a trusted advisor to Sales and Commercial leadership. You will play a critical role in shaping decision-making through robust financial insight, effective planning, and strong governance. Key responsibilities include: -Acting as the finance lead to the Commercial team, influencing and challenging decisions to drive profitable growth -Leading the commercial finance input into forecasting, budgeting, and the monthly performance cycle -Delivering clear, actionable insight on revenue, margin, pricing, and portfolio performance -Owning pricing governance, including the development and maintenance of pricing models and frameworks -Supporting customer negotiations through scenario planning and financial analysis -Developing customer and product profitability analysis, identifying risks and opportunities to improve margin -Partnering with R&D and Commercial teams on new product development (NPD) and innovation business cases -Ensuring robust governance, tracking, and delivery of NPD initiatives -Driving continuous improvement across commercial finance processes, tools, and reporting We are looking for a commercially minded finance professional with strong business partnering experience and the ability to influence senior stakeholders. Key requirements: -Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) -Proven experience in commercial finance and business partnering roles, ideally from a food manufacturing background. -Strong analytical and data management skills, with advanced Excel capability -Experience with pricing, costing models, and profitability analysis -Familiarity with BI systems and tools -Excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate data into clear commercial insight -Proactive, solutions-oriented mindset with a track record of driving improvements -Experience working with product development or R&D functions is advantageous This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established, globally recognised organisation in a highly visible and impactful role. You will have the chance to shape commercial performance, influence key decisions, and contribute to ongoing growth and innovation. As you know over here at Zest we like to do things properly and always want to keep you, the candidate in the loop. Applying to this 'one of a kind' role you give Zest permission to hold your information. If you want to know more about how Zest look after your personal information please visit our privacy policy on the website (url removed)
May 01, 2026
Full time
We are partnering with a leading global food ingredients manufacturer to recruit a Commercial Finance Business Partner. This is a key role within the UK&I commercial team, offering significant exposure to senior commercial stakeholders and the opportunity to directly influence business performance and strategy. Reporting to the Head of FP&A and Business Partnering, the successful candidate will lead commercial finance business partnering-providing insight, challenge, and support to drive profitable growth. The Role This position sits at the heart of the commercial function, acting as a trusted advisor to Sales and Commercial leadership. You will play a critical role in shaping decision-making through robust financial insight, effective planning, and strong governance. Key responsibilities include: -Acting as the finance lead to the Commercial team, influencing and challenging decisions to drive profitable growth -Leading the commercial finance input into forecasting, budgeting, and the monthly performance cycle -Delivering clear, actionable insight on revenue, margin, pricing, and portfolio performance -Owning pricing governance, including the development and maintenance of pricing models and frameworks -Supporting customer negotiations through scenario planning and financial analysis -Developing customer and product profitability analysis, identifying risks and opportunities to improve margin -Partnering with R&D and Commercial teams on new product development (NPD) and innovation business cases -Ensuring robust governance, tracking, and delivery of NPD initiatives -Driving continuous improvement across commercial finance processes, tools, and reporting We are looking for a commercially minded finance professional with strong business partnering experience and the ability to influence senior stakeholders. Key requirements: -Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) -Proven experience in commercial finance and business partnering roles, ideally from a food manufacturing background. -Strong analytical and data management skills, with advanced Excel capability -Experience with pricing, costing models, and profitability analysis -Familiarity with BI systems and tools -Excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate data into clear commercial insight -Proactive, solutions-oriented mindset with a track record of driving improvements -Experience working with product development or R&D functions is advantageous This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established, globally recognised organisation in a highly visible and impactful role. You will have the chance to shape commercial performance, influence key decisions, and contribute to ongoing growth and innovation. As you know over here at Zest we like to do things properly and always want to keep you, the candidate in the loop. Applying to this 'one of a kind' role you give Zest permission to hold your information. If you want to know more about how Zest look after your personal information please visit our privacy policy on the website (url removed)
Location: Herefordshire (Head Office) with weekly travel to West Midlands essential Contract: Full-time, Office-based Salary: 45,000 - 55,000 +study support (if required) An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Management Accountant, qualified or newly qualified Accountant to join a busy finance function at a head office location in Herefordshire. This role will have primary responsibility for the preparation and oversight of management accounting information for a secondary operational site in the West Midlands. Reporting to the Finance Director and Financial Controller, the successful candidate will play a key role in delivering accurate, timely financial information to support business decision-making. This role will offer the right candidate a progressive, development route in the future, initially giving someone the chance to oversee the financial function for one company within a group. Due to the requirement for weekly site visits, a full, clean driving licence is essential. Key Responsibilities Full ownership of the Management Accounts function, including monthly Profit & Loss, Balance Sheet and variance analysis Preparation of monthly Board reporting packs Completion of monthly balance sheet reconciliations Preparation and submission of VAT returns and turnover reconciliations Assistance with the annual budgeting and forecasting process Daily cash reconciliations and monthly cash forecasting Liaison with site-based teams to ensure accurate and timely month-end ledger closures Review of weekly payroll processing Providing documentation and explanations to auditors at year-end Development and generation of internal management information and analysis Support with ad-hoc duties as requested by senior finance leadership Skills & Experience Required Qualified or newly qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent) Previous experience in a management accounting or similar finance role Strong Excel skills are essential Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills High level of accuracy and attention to detail Ability to prioritise workloads and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment Confident, proactive, and able to work on own initiative The Opportunity This role would suit a driven Management Accountant looking to take ownership of key financial processes within a growing and dynamic organisation, offering exposure to senior stakeholders and the opportunity to further develop technical and commercial finance experience.
May 01, 2026
Full time
Location: Herefordshire (Head Office) with weekly travel to West Midlands essential Contract: Full-time, Office-based Salary: 45,000 - 55,000 +study support (if required) An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Management Accountant, qualified or newly qualified Accountant to join a busy finance function at a head office location in Herefordshire. This role will have primary responsibility for the preparation and oversight of management accounting information for a secondary operational site in the West Midlands. Reporting to the Finance Director and Financial Controller, the successful candidate will play a key role in delivering accurate, timely financial information to support business decision-making. This role will offer the right candidate a progressive, development route in the future, initially giving someone the chance to oversee the financial function for one company within a group. Due to the requirement for weekly site visits, a full, clean driving licence is essential. Key Responsibilities Full ownership of the Management Accounts function, including monthly Profit & Loss, Balance Sheet and variance analysis Preparation of monthly Board reporting packs Completion of monthly balance sheet reconciliations Preparation and submission of VAT returns and turnover reconciliations Assistance with the annual budgeting and forecasting process Daily cash reconciliations and monthly cash forecasting Liaison with site-based teams to ensure accurate and timely month-end ledger closures Review of weekly payroll processing Providing documentation and explanations to auditors at year-end Development and generation of internal management information and analysis Support with ad-hoc duties as requested by senior finance leadership Skills & Experience Required Qualified or newly qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent) Previous experience in a management accounting or similar finance role Strong Excel skills are essential Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills High level of accuracy and attention to detail Ability to prioritise workloads and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment Confident, proactive, and able to work on own initiative The Opportunity This role would suit a driven Management Accountant looking to take ownership of key financial processes within a growing and dynamic organisation, offering exposure to senior stakeholders and the opportunity to further develop technical and commercial finance experience.
Job Title: Accounts Assistant (Fleet). Reports to: Fleet Accountant Department: Finance Location: Exeter Head Office Key Purpose of Role The key purpose of the role is to provide accurate data regarding the purchasing and re-marketing of our fleet click apply for full job details
May 01, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Accounts Assistant (Fleet). Reports to: Fleet Accountant Department: Finance Location: Exeter Head Office Key Purpose of Role The key purpose of the role is to provide accurate data regarding the purchasing and re-marketing of our fleet click apply for full job details
Job Description: Vacancy: Head of Finance Permanent £DOE + Benefits Location: Leamington Spa, Warwickshire Here's a thought. Most businesses chase growth by doing more. Vits have spent 65 years proving you can grow by doing less, better. No seasonal sales. No commission click apply for full job details
May 01, 2026
Full time
Job Description: Vacancy: Head of Finance Permanent £DOE + Benefits Location: Leamington Spa, Warwickshire Here's a thought. Most businesses chase growth by doing more. Vits have spent 65 years proving you can grow by doing less, better. No seasonal sales. No commission click apply for full job details
Job Title: HR Director Location: London / Hybrid Salary : £80,000 - £100,000 per annum based upon experience plus discretionary bonus and comprehensive benefits Job Type: Full Time, Permanent techUK Overview: techUK is the trade association which brings together people, companies and organisations to realise the positive outcomes of what digital technology can achieve. Background: We are seeking an experienced HR Director to lead and drive our people agenda. The ideal candidate will be comfortable operating at both the strategic and operational level with broad-based experience across the full range of HR disciplines and with change management experience. If you are passionate about the people agenda, we would be delighted to hear from you. Role Purpose: The HR Director is responsible for shaping and delivering the organisation's people strategy and ensuring the effective day-to-day leadership of the HR team. The role combines strategic influence with operational excellence to attract, develop, and retain high-performing talent in support of techUK and TechSkills' business objectives. Key Responsibilities: Implement a forward-looking People Strategy aligned to organisational priorities and growth ambitions. Act as a trusted adviser to the CEO, Board and Senior Leadership team on people matters. Attend and present at the Membership, Finance and Performance Board, Main Board and the Remuneration Committee, providing insights through people analytics and workforce trends. Oversee the total rewards strategy including salary, benefits, incentives and recognition ensuring they are equitable and competitive in attracting and retaining staff. Oversee the talent acquisition strategy to attract high quality, diverse candidates, including employer branding and recruitment practices to promote techUK and TechSkills as an employer of choice. Oversee the design and implementation of the talent management framework including succession planning and leadership pipeline. Drive the HR technology strategy including system implementation, optimisation and integration and use of data to support strategic decision-making. Oversee the design and implementation of performance management processes that drive accountability and high performance. Oversee the career development strategy ensuring employees have access to meaningful development opportunities, embedding a culture of continuous learning and professional growth. Champion inclusion and wellbeing driving cultural initiatives that foster employee welfare, engagement, belonging and high performance. Lead on complex, high risk employee relations matters providing expert advice and mitigating organisational risk. Keep up-to-date on employment law changes and trends and oversee updates to HR policies and practices, ensuring they are legally compliant and reflect best practice. Assess and manage employment, governance and compliance risks in a pragmatic and commercially balanced way. Manage multiple supplier relationships including contract reviews, contract compliance and managing KPIs. Lead a small HR team to deliver on a compelling employee value proposition to attract and retain high quality talent. Skills, Knowledge and Expertise: Core Competencies: Strategic leadership with the ability to operate at both the strategic and operational levels, balancing long-term vision with strong delivery Commercial acumen and able to align the people strategy with business objectives Skilled in stakeholder management and able to build productive working relationships with Board members, leadership colleagues, employees and suppliers Analytical thinker with strong attention to detail and the ability to make evidence-based decisions Ability to assess and manage organisational risk in a pragmatic and commercially balanced way Excellent verbal and written communication skills Strong conflict management skills with sound judgement in decision-making High levels of integrity, discretion and professionalism Skilled in leading and inspiring teams to achieve ambitious goals Able to navigate ambiguity and drive continuous improvement Essential Knowledge and Experience: Demonstrable experience and proven track record across the full range of HR disciplines Change management and business transformation Supplier management Strong knowledge of UK employment law Desired Knowledge and Experience: Experience in or understanding of the technology sector Knowledge of Belgian employment law and employment practices an advantage Additional Information: This is a full time role based out of techUK's London offices, however techUK operates a flexible working policy. This role profile is a guide to the work that is required but does not form part of any contract of employment and may change from time to time to reflect changing circumstances. The successful candidate must have permission to work in the UK prior to the commencement of employment. Please click APPLY to be redirected to our website to apply for this role. Candidates with experience of: HR Business Partner, HR Director, Human Resources Analyst, Senior HR Advisor, Senior Human Resources Manager, HR Generalist, Personnel Manager, HR Lead, Head of HR, Human Resources Business Partner, Human Resources Consultant, Human Resources, may be considered for this role.
May 01, 2026
Full time
Job Title: HR Director Location: London / Hybrid Salary : £80,000 - £100,000 per annum based upon experience plus discretionary bonus and comprehensive benefits Job Type: Full Time, Permanent techUK Overview: techUK is the trade association which brings together people, companies and organisations to realise the positive outcomes of what digital technology can achieve. Background: We are seeking an experienced HR Director to lead and drive our people agenda. The ideal candidate will be comfortable operating at both the strategic and operational level with broad-based experience across the full range of HR disciplines and with change management experience. If you are passionate about the people agenda, we would be delighted to hear from you. Role Purpose: The HR Director is responsible for shaping and delivering the organisation's people strategy and ensuring the effective day-to-day leadership of the HR team. The role combines strategic influence with operational excellence to attract, develop, and retain high-performing talent in support of techUK and TechSkills' business objectives. Key Responsibilities: Implement a forward-looking People Strategy aligned to organisational priorities and growth ambitions. Act as a trusted adviser to the CEO, Board and Senior Leadership team on people matters. Attend and present at the Membership, Finance and Performance Board, Main Board and the Remuneration Committee, providing insights through people analytics and workforce trends. Oversee the total rewards strategy including salary, benefits, incentives and recognition ensuring they are equitable and competitive in attracting and retaining staff. Oversee the talent acquisition strategy to attract high quality, diverse candidates, including employer branding and recruitment practices to promote techUK and TechSkills as an employer of choice. Oversee the design and implementation of the talent management framework including succession planning and leadership pipeline. Drive the HR technology strategy including system implementation, optimisation and integration and use of data to support strategic decision-making. Oversee the design and implementation of performance management processes that drive accountability and high performance. Oversee the career development strategy ensuring employees have access to meaningful development opportunities, embedding a culture of continuous learning and professional growth. Champion inclusion and wellbeing driving cultural initiatives that foster employee welfare, engagement, belonging and high performance. Lead on complex, high risk employee relations matters providing expert advice and mitigating organisational risk. Keep up-to-date on employment law changes and trends and oversee updates to HR policies and practices, ensuring they are legally compliant and reflect best practice. Assess and manage employment, governance and compliance risks in a pragmatic and commercially balanced way. Manage multiple supplier relationships including contract reviews, contract compliance and managing KPIs. Lead a small HR team to deliver on a compelling employee value proposition to attract and retain high quality talent. Skills, Knowledge and Expertise: Core Competencies: Strategic leadership with the ability to operate at both the strategic and operational levels, balancing long-term vision with strong delivery Commercial acumen and able to align the people strategy with business objectives Skilled in stakeholder management and able to build productive working relationships with Board members, leadership colleagues, employees and suppliers Analytical thinker with strong attention to detail and the ability to make evidence-based decisions Ability to assess and manage organisational risk in a pragmatic and commercially balanced way Excellent verbal and written communication skills Strong conflict management skills with sound judgement in decision-making High levels of integrity, discretion and professionalism Skilled in leading and inspiring teams to achieve ambitious goals Able to navigate ambiguity and drive continuous improvement Essential Knowledge and Experience: Demonstrable experience and proven track record across the full range of HR disciplines Change management and business transformation Supplier management Strong knowledge of UK employment law Desired Knowledge and Experience: Experience in or understanding of the technology sector Knowledge of Belgian employment law and employment practices an advantage Additional Information: This is a full time role based out of techUK's London offices, however techUK operates a flexible working policy. This role profile is a guide to the work that is required but does not form part of any contract of employment and may change from time to time to reflect changing circumstances. The successful candidate must have permission to work in the UK prior to the commencement of employment. Please click APPLY to be redirected to our website to apply for this role. Candidates with experience of: HR Business Partner, HR Director, Human Resources Analyst, Senior HR Advisor, Senior Human Resources Manager, HR Generalist, Personnel Manager, HR Lead, Head of HR, Human Resources Business Partner, Human Resources Consultant, Human Resources, may be considered for this role.
Financial Controller / Finance Manager, £40,0000-£50,000, Tockwith An established and growing manufacturing business based in Tockwith is seeking an experienced Financial Controller / Finance Manager to play a key role in its continued success. This is an excellent opportunity to join the company at an exciting stage of growth, with plans to expand headcount and move to a larger facility click apply for full job details
May 01, 2026
Full time
Financial Controller / Finance Manager, £40,0000-£50,000, Tockwith An established and growing manufacturing business based in Tockwith is seeking an experienced Financial Controller / Finance Manager to play a key role in its continued success. This is an excellent opportunity to join the company at an exciting stage of growth, with plans to expand headcount and move to a larger facility click apply for full job details
The Environment Partnership (TEP) Ltd
Warrington, Cheshire
About The Role Were seeking a national lead to provide strategic direction, specialist advice and operational oversight across our high risk land and project portfolio in our Warrington, Market Harborough or Gateshead office. Youll play a key role in shaping our approach to risk management, ensuring legal compliance, and maintaining safe, secure and well managed sites located across multiple region click apply for full job details
May 01, 2026
Full time
About The Role Were seeking a national lead to provide strategic direction, specialist advice and operational oversight across our high risk land and project portfolio in our Warrington, Market Harborough or Gateshead office. Youll play a key role in shaping our approach to risk management, ensuring legal compliance, and maintaining safe, secure and well managed sites located across multiple region click apply for full job details
This is a rare opportunity to shape procurement at one of the world's leading scientific and conservation organisations. At Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, our work protects biodiversity, supports global research and welcomes millions of visitors each year. As Head of Procurement, you will play a key role in supporting this work by making sure our spending is well managed, delivers value for money and supports our wider goals. You will also lead and develop the procurement team, building skills and ensuring a consistent, high-quality service. Reporting to the Director of Finance & Corporate Planning, you will lead a strategic, organisation-wide procurement service, advising on complex and high-value procurements across goods, services and works. You will work closely with teams across Kew, building strong relationships and helping colleagues make informed, compliant decisions. Using spend data and insight, you will identify opportunities to improve value, manage risk and support better commercial outcomes. You will also lead improvements to how procurement works in practice, in line with the Procurement Act 2023, while strengthening contract management and supporting more consistent, effective ways of working. Educated to degree level (or equivalent experience), you will have substantial experience working in a procurement or commercial role within a complex organisation, ideally within the public or not for profit sector. You will have a strong working knowledge of public sector procurement legislation and governance, and experience of leading or managing complex procurement exercises across goods, services and works. You will be an effective people manager with experience of leading teams through competing priorities. Strong stakeholder management skills are essential, with the ability to advise, influence and challenge budget holders and project teams. Experience of contract management, supplier performance and supporting audit or assurance activity is also important. Join us and help ensure that Kew's resources are used to maximum impact; supporting a global mission to understand and protect the world's plants and fungi. Interviews are due to take place w/c 11 May. This role is based at Kew with the option of regular home working, subject to operational requirements. About Us The Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew (RBG Kew) is a leading plant science institute, UNESCO World Heritage Site, and major visitor attraction. Our mission is to understand and protect plants and fungi for the well-being of people and the future of all life on Earth. We are working to end the unprecedented extinction crisis and to help create a world where nature is protected, valued by all and managed sustainably. We will achieve these goals by drawing on our leading scientific research, unrivalled collections of plants and fungi, global network of partners, inspirational gardens at Kew and Wakehurst, and our 260 years of history. Join us on our journey as protectors of the world's plants and fungi. Our fantastic benefits package includes opportunities for continuous learning, a generous annual leave entitlement, flexible working to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance, an Employee Assistance Programme and other wellbeing support such as cycle to work scheme and discounted gym membership. We also offer a competitive pension, an employee discount scheme and free entry into a wide range of national museums and galleries, as well as access to our own beautiful gardens at Kew and Wakehurst. We are dedicated to equality of opportunity and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to interview disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the post. No agencies please.
May 01, 2026
Full time
This is a rare opportunity to shape procurement at one of the world's leading scientific and conservation organisations. At Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, our work protects biodiversity, supports global research and welcomes millions of visitors each year. As Head of Procurement, you will play a key role in supporting this work by making sure our spending is well managed, delivers value for money and supports our wider goals. You will also lead and develop the procurement team, building skills and ensuring a consistent, high-quality service. Reporting to the Director of Finance & Corporate Planning, you will lead a strategic, organisation-wide procurement service, advising on complex and high-value procurements across goods, services and works. You will work closely with teams across Kew, building strong relationships and helping colleagues make informed, compliant decisions. Using spend data and insight, you will identify opportunities to improve value, manage risk and support better commercial outcomes. You will also lead improvements to how procurement works in practice, in line with the Procurement Act 2023, while strengthening contract management and supporting more consistent, effective ways of working. Educated to degree level (or equivalent experience), you will have substantial experience working in a procurement or commercial role within a complex organisation, ideally within the public or not for profit sector. You will have a strong working knowledge of public sector procurement legislation and governance, and experience of leading or managing complex procurement exercises across goods, services and works. You will be an effective people manager with experience of leading teams through competing priorities. Strong stakeholder management skills are essential, with the ability to advise, influence and challenge budget holders and project teams. Experience of contract management, supplier performance and supporting audit or assurance activity is also important. Join us and help ensure that Kew's resources are used to maximum impact; supporting a global mission to understand and protect the world's plants and fungi. Interviews are due to take place w/c 11 May. This role is based at Kew with the option of regular home working, subject to operational requirements. About Us The Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew (RBG Kew) is a leading plant science institute, UNESCO World Heritage Site, and major visitor attraction. Our mission is to understand and protect plants and fungi for the well-being of people and the future of all life on Earth. We are working to end the unprecedented extinction crisis and to help create a world where nature is protected, valued by all and managed sustainably. We will achieve these goals by drawing on our leading scientific research, unrivalled collections of plants and fungi, global network of partners, inspirational gardens at Kew and Wakehurst, and our 260 years of history. Join us on our journey as protectors of the world's plants and fungi. Our fantastic benefits package includes opportunities for continuous learning, a generous annual leave entitlement, flexible working to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance, an Employee Assistance Programme and other wellbeing support such as cycle to work scheme and discounted gym membership. We also offer a competitive pension, an employee discount scheme and free entry into a wide range of national museums and galleries, as well as access to our own beautiful gardens at Kew and Wakehurst. We are dedicated to equality of opportunity and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to interview disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the post. No agencies please.
Accountancy Tutor Annual Salary: £52,000 Location: Hampshire (Accommodation provided) Job Type: Full-time Reed Business School is seeking an Accountancy Tutor to deliver exceptional classroom and live online experiences for learners pursuing professional accountancy qualifications such as ACCA, CIMA, and ICAEW. This role is ideal for a professionally qualified chartered accountant who can motivate students to excel and ensure they achieve outstanding learning and assessment results. Day-to-day of the role: Deliver accountancy qualifications for ICAEW, CTP, ACCA, learners and apprentices through classroom-based, live online, and on-demand delivery methods. Ensure that qualifications are delivered according to Business School's teaching standards and learning materials. Mark learner scripts within required timescales when necessary. Contribute to curriculum design and development to ensure courses are technically prepared and remain relevant to ongoing theory and practice aligned to the professional syllabus requirements. Contribute to annual programme planning in conjunction with the Head of Academic Programmes and create and publish study planners and detailed timetables for product specialist areas. Collaborate with the team to resolve teaching gaps and provide absence cover. Ensure technical competencies remain up to date and maintain CPD requirements. Collaborate with the administrative team to promptly and efficiently address queries from accountancy students and clients. Coordinate with Reed Business School colleagues to gather information on student performance and progress, aiding in relationship management and development. Create new supplementary materials to enhance the learning experience for students. Required Skills & Qualifications: Professionally qualified chartered accountant (equivalent to Level 7 certification) with excellent all-round subject knowledge. Ability to combine academic rigour with excellent learner achievement. Suitable accountancy teaching experience including online delivery. Strong written and verbal communication skills, suitable for both teaching and professional settings. Excellent skills in organisation, time management, and problem-solving. Proactive, solution-oriented approach to tasks and challenges. Ability to create and develop contemporary course materials. Commitment to learner-centred development. Desirable Skills & Experience: Practical experience within the finance and accountancy sector. Familiarity with accountancy apprenticeship frameworks. Benefits: 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays. Paid time off to move home. Contributory pension scheme. Enhanced family leave benefits. Insurance benefits including life assurance. Discount scheme including gyms and popular retailers. Range of wellbeing and mental health support avenues. To apply for this Accountancy Tutor position, please submit your CV
May 01, 2026
Full time
Accountancy Tutor Annual Salary: £52,000 Location: Hampshire (Accommodation provided) Job Type: Full-time Reed Business School is seeking an Accountancy Tutor to deliver exceptional classroom and live online experiences for learners pursuing professional accountancy qualifications such as ACCA, CIMA, and ICAEW. This role is ideal for a professionally qualified chartered accountant who can motivate students to excel and ensure they achieve outstanding learning and assessment results. Day-to-day of the role: Deliver accountancy qualifications for ICAEW, CTP, ACCA, learners and apprentices through classroom-based, live online, and on-demand delivery methods. Ensure that qualifications are delivered according to Business School's teaching standards and learning materials. Mark learner scripts within required timescales when necessary. Contribute to curriculum design and development to ensure courses are technically prepared and remain relevant to ongoing theory and practice aligned to the professional syllabus requirements. Contribute to annual programme planning in conjunction with the Head of Academic Programmes and create and publish study planners and detailed timetables for product specialist areas. Collaborate with the team to resolve teaching gaps and provide absence cover. Ensure technical competencies remain up to date and maintain CPD requirements. Collaborate with the administrative team to promptly and efficiently address queries from accountancy students and clients. Coordinate with Reed Business School colleagues to gather information on student performance and progress, aiding in relationship management and development. Create new supplementary materials to enhance the learning experience for students. Required Skills & Qualifications: Professionally qualified chartered accountant (equivalent to Level 7 certification) with excellent all-round subject knowledge. Ability to combine academic rigour with excellent learner achievement. Suitable accountancy teaching experience including online delivery. Strong written and verbal communication skills, suitable for both teaching and professional settings. Excellent skills in organisation, time management, and problem-solving. Proactive, solution-oriented approach to tasks and challenges. Ability to create and develop contemporary course materials. Commitment to learner-centred development. Desirable Skills & Experience: Practical experience within the finance and accountancy sector. Familiarity with accountancy apprenticeship frameworks. Benefits: 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays. Paid time off to move home. Contributory pension scheme. Enhanced family leave benefits. Insurance benefits including life assurance. Discount scheme including gyms and popular retailers. Range of wellbeing and mental health support avenues. To apply for this Accountancy Tutor position, please submit your CV
White Collar Factory (95009), United Kingdom, London, London Staff Software Engineer - Back End About this role Do you love shaping the technical landscape and driving innovation across the organisation? Are you passionate about solving complex business problems and supporting multiple teams toward a shared technical vision? At Capital One, you'll be part of a community of technical leaders who drive engineering excellence, foster innovation, and deliver impactful solutions that meet real customer needs. What You'll Do Own and drive the technical strategy for a significant business outcome or technology domain, spanning multiple teams and influencing the overall technical direction Lead and coordinate the efforts of multiple teams, ensuring their collective work aligns with broader business objectives and technology strategy Proactively identify emerging patterns, define and evangelise best practices, and establish reusable frameworks that enhance engineering productivity Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including senior leadership, product owners, and architects Represent Capital One in external technical forums, contributing to vendor/industry discussions Drive service quality standards and practices for your domain, guiding complex incident resolution Develop and advocate for strategies to proactively manage technical debt across multiple teams Actively mentor and develop engineers, fostering a culture of continuous learning What we're looking for Deep expertise in Java Deep expertise in system design and distributed architectures Track record of leading technical initiatives across multiple teams Strong experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) Proven experience setting a multi-team technical vision and strategy Strong track record of technical leadership and influence without authority Experience driving engineering standards and best practices across organisations Experience of steering Communities of Practice or technical forums Strong business acumen and ability to translate technical concepts for various audiences Where and how you'll work This is a permanent position based in our London office. We have a hybrid working model which gives you flexibility to work from our office and from home. We're big on collaboration and connection, so you'll be based in our London office 3 days a week on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. What's in it for you Bring us all this - and you'll be well rewarded with a role contributing to the roadmap of an organisation committed to transformation We offer high performers strong and diverse career progression, investing heavily in developing great people through our Capital One University training programmes (and appropriate external providers) Immediate access to our core benefits including pension scheme, bonus, generous holiday entitlement and private medical insurance - with flexible benefits available including season-ticket loans, cycle to work scheme and enhanced parental leave Open-plan workspaces and accessible facilities designed to inspire and support you. Our Nottingham head-office has a fully-serviced gym, subsidised restaurant, mindfulness and music rooms. In London, you can heighten your mood with a run on our rooftop running track or an espresso at the Workshop Coffee café What you should know about how we recruit We pride ourselves on hiring the best people, not the same people. Building diverse and inclusive teams is the right thing to do and the smart thing to do. We want to work with top talent: whoever you are, whatever you look like, wherever you come from. We know it's about what you do, not just what you say. That's why we make our recruitment process fair and accessible. And we offer benefits that attract people at all ages and stages. We also partner with organisations including the Women in Finance and Race At Work Charters, Stonewall and upReach to find people from every walk of life and help them thrive with us. We have a whole host of internal networks and support groups you could be involved in, to name a few: REACH - Race Equality and Culture Heritage group focuses on representation, retention and engagement for associates from minority ethnic groups and allies OutFront - to provide LGBTQ+ support for all associates Mind Your Mind - signposting support and promoting positive mental wellbeing for all Women in Tech - promoting an inclusive environment in tech EmpowHER - network of female associates and allies focusing on developing future leaders, particularly for female talent in our industry Enabled - focused on supporting associates with disabilities and neurodiversity Capital One is committed to diversity in the workplace. If you require a reasonable adjustment, please contact All information will be kept confidential and will only be used for the purpose of applying a reasonable adjustment. For technical support or questions about Capital One's recruiting process, please send an email to Capital One does not provide, endorse nor guarantee and is not liable for third-party products, services, educational tools or other information available through this site. Capital One Financial is made up of several different entities. Please note that any position posted in Canada is for Capital One Canada, any position posted in the United Kingdom is for Capital One Europe and any position posted in the Philippines is for Capital One Philippines Service Corp. (COPSSC). Who We Are At Capital One, we're building a leading information-based technology company. Still founder-led by Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Richard Fairbank, Capital One is on a mission to help our customers succeed by bringing ingenuity, simplicity, and humanity to banking. We measure our efforts by the success our customers enjoy and the advocacy they exhibit. We are succeeding because they are succeeding. Guided by our shared values, we thrive in an environment where collaboration and openness are valued. We believe that innovation is powered by perspective and that teamwork and respect for each other lead to superior results. We elevate each other and obsess about doing the right thing. Our associates serve with humility and a deep respect for their responsibility in helping our customers achieve their goals and realize their dreams. Together, we are on a quest to change banking for good.
May 01, 2026
Full time
White Collar Factory (95009), United Kingdom, London, London Staff Software Engineer - Back End About this role Do you love shaping the technical landscape and driving innovation across the organisation? Are you passionate about solving complex business problems and supporting multiple teams toward a shared technical vision? At Capital One, you'll be part of a community of technical leaders who drive engineering excellence, foster innovation, and deliver impactful solutions that meet real customer needs. What You'll Do Own and drive the technical strategy for a significant business outcome or technology domain, spanning multiple teams and influencing the overall technical direction Lead and coordinate the efforts of multiple teams, ensuring their collective work aligns with broader business objectives and technology strategy Proactively identify emerging patterns, define and evangelise best practices, and establish reusable frameworks that enhance engineering productivity Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including senior leadership, product owners, and architects Represent Capital One in external technical forums, contributing to vendor/industry discussions Drive service quality standards and practices for your domain, guiding complex incident resolution Develop and advocate for strategies to proactively manage technical debt across multiple teams Actively mentor and develop engineers, fostering a culture of continuous learning What we're looking for Deep expertise in Java Deep expertise in system design and distributed architectures Track record of leading technical initiatives across multiple teams Strong experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) Proven experience setting a multi-team technical vision and strategy Strong track record of technical leadership and influence without authority Experience driving engineering standards and best practices across organisations Experience of steering Communities of Practice or technical forums Strong business acumen and ability to translate technical concepts for various audiences Where and how you'll work This is a permanent position based in our London office. We have a hybrid working model which gives you flexibility to work from our office and from home. We're big on collaboration and connection, so you'll be based in our London office 3 days a week on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. What's in it for you Bring us all this - and you'll be well rewarded with a role contributing to the roadmap of an organisation committed to transformation We offer high performers strong and diverse career progression, investing heavily in developing great people through our Capital One University training programmes (and appropriate external providers) Immediate access to our core benefits including pension scheme, bonus, generous holiday entitlement and private medical insurance - with flexible benefits available including season-ticket loans, cycle to work scheme and enhanced parental leave Open-plan workspaces and accessible facilities designed to inspire and support you. Our Nottingham head-office has a fully-serviced gym, subsidised restaurant, mindfulness and music rooms. In London, you can heighten your mood with a run on our rooftop running track or an espresso at the Workshop Coffee café What you should know about how we recruit We pride ourselves on hiring the best people, not the same people. Building diverse and inclusive teams is the right thing to do and the smart thing to do. We want to work with top talent: whoever you are, whatever you look like, wherever you come from. We know it's about what you do, not just what you say. That's why we make our recruitment process fair and accessible. And we offer benefits that attract people at all ages and stages. We also partner with organisations including the Women in Finance and Race At Work Charters, Stonewall and upReach to find people from every walk of life and help them thrive with us. We have a whole host of internal networks and support groups you could be involved in, to name a few: REACH - Race Equality and Culture Heritage group focuses on representation, retention and engagement for associates from minority ethnic groups and allies OutFront - to provide LGBTQ+ support for all associates Mind Your Mind - signposting support and promoting positive mental wellbeing for all Women in Tech - promoting an inclusive environment in tech EmpowHER - network of female associates and allies focusing on developing future leaders, particularly for female talent in our industry Enabled - focused on supporting associates with disabilities and neurodiversity Capital One is committed to diversity in the workplace. If you require a reasonable adjustment, please contact All information will be kept confidential and will only be used for the purpose of applying a reasonable adjustment. For technical support or questions about Capital One's recruiting process, please send an email to Capital One does not provide, endorse nor guarantee and is not liable for third-party products, services, educational tools or other information available through this site. Capital One Financial is made up of several different entities. Please note that any position posted in Canada is for Capital One Canada, any position posted in the United Kingdom is for Capital One Europe and any position posted in the Philippines is for Capital One Philippines Service Corp. (COPSSC). Who We Are At Capital One, we're building a leading information-based technology company. Still founder-led by Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Richard Fairbank, Capital One is on a mission to help our customers succeed by bringing ingenuity, simplicity, and humanity to banking. We measure our efforts by the success our customers enjoy and the advocacy they exhibit. We are succeeding because they are succeeding. Guided by our shared values, we thrive in an environment where collaboration and openness are valued. We believe that innovation is powered by perspective and that teamwork and respect for each other lead to superior results. We elevate each other and obsess about doing the right thing. Our associates serve with humility and a deep respect for their responsibility in helping our customers achieve their goals and realize their dreams. Together, we are on a quest to change banking for good.
Head of Tax & Reporting £90,000 to £110,000 plus package Chorley (Hyrbid 1 day in the office) Large Complex GroupAxon Moore are pleased to be working with an international group of businesses based near Chorley as they hire a Head of Tax & Reporting.This is an exciting group that is experiencing fast organic growth (by developing new services and revenue streams), and are also expanding into new overseas territories through acquisition too. This opportunity will suit an experienced tax professional in industry looking for a new challenge. They'll be a leader and strategic thinker who is interested in being hands-on with some very interesting strategic projects at a regional level, including M&A. This role will work closely with the CFO, Group FD and a senior team of finance professionals who are excellent to work with. Even though the business is flexible/hybrid in their working methods, they maintain an excellent working environment and culture.The role will be responsible for all group and local tax work, including maintaining external advisory relationships across a range of different tax elements. The role will also be responsible for group and local entity statutory accounts and reporting. This will be a growing leadership position, with the strong intention of building out a best-in-class group team.For more information about this opportunity, please submit an application to Dan Calland at Axon Moore's Chorley office.
May 01, 2026
Full time
Head of Tax & Reporting £90,000 to £110,000 plus package Chorley (Hyrbid 1 day in the office) Large Complex GroupAxon Moore are pleased to be working with an international group of businesses based near Chorley as they hire a Head of Tax & Reporting.This is an exciting group that is experiencing fast organic growth (by developing new services and revenue streams), and are also expanding into new overseas territories through acquisition too. This opportunity will suit an experienced tax professional in industry looking for a new challenge. They'll be a leader and strategic thinker who is interested in being hands-on with some very interesting strategic projects at a regional level, including M&A. This role will work closely with the CFO, Group FD and a senior team of finance professionals who are excellent to work with. Even though the business is flexible/hybrid in their working methods, they maintain an excellent working environment and culture.The role will be responsible for all group and local tax work, including maintaining external advisory relationships across a range of different tax elements. The role will also be responsible for group and local entity statutory accounts and reporting. This will be a growing leadership position, with the strong intention of building out a best-in-class group team.For more information about this opportunity, please submit an application to Dan Calland at Axon Moore's Chorley office.
This is a great opportunity for an accounting software support professional to join a small product team of three within a 40-person ERP software company. You will work closely with a very experienced Finance Implementation Consultant who has worked with large ERP solutions for global companies and now heads up the product team. You will also collaborate with other members of the Finance Support and Implementation Team based in the UK and Europe who know the solution extremely well and will help you learn and develop quickly. As your experience grows you will also gain experience in other modules across the ERP system that integrate with Finance, e.g. Sales, and Purchasing. As an Associate Finance Implementation Consultant your typical tasks would be: Deliver end-user training sessions Maintain training materials Deliver online workshops for key users Assist in configuring and setting up the ERP system for clients Support User Acceptance Testing with clients Assist with go-live preparation and provide initial post go-live support Troubleshoot data quality issues Carry out functional testing to ensure the system works as expected Assist in tracking open issues and follow up on resolutions This is an excellent opportunity to develop your career into ERP implementation and become a functional ERP consultant . Required Skills Comfortable with MS Office products and AI tools Good communication Problem-solving mindset for troubleshooting client issues Some recognised form of financial qualification, or proven experience with finance business processes You will need strong accounting software support experience working with solutions such as: Sage 50/200 Xero QuickBooks Unit 4
May 01, 2026
Full time
This is a great opportunity for an accounting software support professional to join a small product team of three within a 40-person ERP software company. You will work closely with a very experienced Finance Implementation Consultant who has worked with large ERP solutions for global companies and now heads up the product team. You will also collaborate with other members of the Finance Support and Implementation Team based in the UK and Europe who know the solution extremely well and will help you learn and develop quickly. As your experience grows you will also gain experience in other modules across the ERP system that integrate with Finance, e.g. Sales, and Purchasing. As an Associate Finance Implementation Consultant your typical tasks would be: Deliver end-user training sessions Maintain training materials Deliver online workshops for key users Assist in configuring and setting up the ERP system for clients Support User Acceptance Testing with clients Assist with go-live preparation and provide initial post go-live support Troubleshoot data quality issues Carry out functional testing to ensure the system works as expected Assist in tracking open issues and follow up on resolutions This is an excellent opportunity to develop your career into ERP implementation and become a functional ERP consultant . Required Skills Comfortable with MS Office products and AI tools Good communication Problem-solving mindset for troubleshooting client issues Some recognised form of financial qualification, or proven experience with finance business processes You will need strong accounting software support experience working with solutions such as: Sage 50/200 Xero QuickBooks Unit 4
White Collar Factory (95009), United Kingdom, London, London Senior Software Engineering Manager What you'll do You'll support a cross-functional group of 3 to 4 engineering teams to design, develop and integrate software features that are delightful and vital to the lives of credit card consumers across all walks of life Coach and nurture your engineering managers on how to build, empower and operate teams to achieve their goals Collaborate with product managers and designers on the overall product roadmap for a key business goal Provide sound stewardship of the platform and capabilities created and owned by your teams Be part of the engineering leadership team that evolves and enhances our capability, by defining and adopting best practices Play a lead role in the development of your teams culture, their vision and how they achieve it Work with associates across the business to identify, lead and drive change that impacts associates beyond your team What we're looking for You'll have experience in leading and supporting multi-disciplined engineering teams to achieve business goals You're comfortable in reaching technical trade-offs between short-term team and long-term business needs You're passionate about recruiting and developing great engineering talent You'll demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively and work together across engineering to maximise inner-sourcing opportunities and reduce waste What you'll get to learn (any previous experience would be advantageous) An in-depth understanding and experience working with the cloud/AWS and the opportunities that it brings Solving real world problems and being comfortable working in a complex regulated environment Where and how you'll work This is a permanent position and can be based in either our London or Nottingham office. We have a hybrid working model which gives you flexibility to work from our offices and from home. We're big on collaboration and connection, so you'll be based in our office 3 days a week on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. Many of our associates have flexible working arrangements, and we're open to talking about an arrangement that works for you. What's in it for you Bring us all this - and you'll be well rewarded with a role contributing to the roadmap of an organisation committed to transformation We offer high performers strong and diverse career progression, investing heavily in developing great people through our Capital One University training programmes (and appropriate external providers) Immediate access to our core benefits including pension scheme, bonus, generous holiday entitlement and private medical insurance - with flexible benefits available including season-ticket loans, cycle to work scheme and enhanced parental leave Open-plan workspaces and accessible facilities designed to inspire and support you. Our Nottingham head-office has a fully-serviced gym, subsidised restaurant, mindfulness and music rooms. In London, you can heighten your mood with a run on our rooftop running track or an espresso at the Workshop Coffee café What you should know about how we recruit We pride ourselves on hiring the best people, not the same people. Building diverse and inclusive teams is the right thing to do and the smart thing to do. We want to work with top talent: whoever you are, whatever you look like, wherever you come from. We know it's about what you do, not just what you say. That's why we make our recruitment process fair and accessible. And we offer benefits that attract people at all ages and stages. We also partner with organisations including the Women in Finance and Race At Work Charters, Stonewall and upReach to find people from every walk of life and help them thrive with us. We have a whole host of internal networks and support groups you could be involved in, to name a few: REACH - Race Equality and Culture Heritage group focuses on representation, retention and engagement for associates from minority ethnic groups and allies OutFront - to provide LGBTQ+ support for all associates Mind Your Mind - signposting support and promoting positive mental wellbeing for all Women in Tech - promoting an inclusive environment in tech EmpowHER - network of female associates and allies focusing on developing future leaders, particularly for female talent in our industry Capital One is committed to diversity in the workplace. If you require a reasonable adjustment, please contact All information will be kept confidential and will only be used for the purpose of applying a reasonable adjustment. For technical support or questions about Capital One's recruiting process, please send an email to Capital One does not provide, endorse nor guarantee and is not liable for third-party products, services, educational tools or other information available through this site. Capital One Financial is made up of several different entities. Please note that any position posted in Canada is for Capital One Canada, any position posted in the United Kingdom is for Capital One Europe and any position posted in the Philippines is for Capital One Philippines Service Corp. (COPSSC). Who We Are At Capital One, we're building a leading information-based technology company. Still founder-led by Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Richard Fairbank, Capital One is on a mission to help our customers succeed by bringing ingenuity, simplicity, and humanity to banking. We measure our efforts by the success our customers enjoy and the advocacy they exhibit. We are succeeding because they are succeeding. Guided by our shared values, we thrive in an environment where collaboration and openness are valued. We believe that innovation is powered by perspective and that teamwork and respect for each other lead to superior results. We elevate each other and obsess about doing the right thing. Our associates serve with humility and a deep respect for their responsibility in helping our customers achieve their goals and realize their dreams. Together, we are on a quest to change banking for good.
May 01, 2026
Full time
White Collar Factory (95009), United Kingdom, London, London Senior Software Engineering Manager What you'll do You'll support a cross-functional group of 3 to 4 engineering teams to design, develop and integrate software features that are delightful and vital to the lives of credit card consumers across all walks of life Coach and nurture your engineering managers on how to build, empower and operate teams to achieve their goals Collaborate with product managers and designers on the overall product roadmap for a key business goal Provide sound stewardship of the platform and capabilities created and owned by your teams Be part of the engineering leadership team that evolves and enhances our capability, by defining and adopting best practices Play a lead role in the development of your teams culture, their vision and how they achieve it Work with associates across the business to identify, lead and drive change that impacts associates beyond your team What we're looking for You'll have experience in leading and supporting multi-disciplined engineering teams to achieve business goals You're comfortable in reaching technical trade-offs between short-term team and long-term business needs You're passionate about recruiting and developing great engineering talent You'll demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively and work together across engineering to maximise inner-sourcing opportunities and reduce waste What you'll get to learn (any previous experience would be advantageous) An in-depth understanding and experience working with the cloud/AWS and the opportunities that it brings Solving real world problems and being comfortable working in a complex regulated environment Where and how you'll work This is a permanent position and can be based in either our London or Nottingham office. We have a hybrid working model which gives you flexibility to work from our offices and from home. We're big on collaboration and connection, so you'll be based in our office 3 days a week on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. Many of our associates have flexible working arrangements, and we're open to talking about an arrangement that works for you. What's in it for you Bring us all this - and you'll be well rewarded with a role contributing to the roadmap of an organisation committed to transformation We offer high performers strong and diverse career progression, investing heavily in developing great people through our Capital One University training programmes (and appropriate external providers) Immediate access to our core benefits including pension scheme, bonus, generous holiday entitlement and private medical insurance - with flexible benefits available including season-ticket loans, cycle to work scheme and enhanced parental leave Open-plan workspaces and accessible facilities designed to inspire and support you. Our Nottingham head-office has a fully-serviced gym, subsidised restaurant, mindfulness and music rooms. In London, you can heighten your mood with a run on our rooftop running track or an espresso at the Workshop Coffee café What you should know about how we recruit We pride ourselves on hiring the best people, not the same people. Building diverse and inclusive teams is the right thing to do and the smart thing to do. We want to work with top talent: whoever you are, whatever you look like, wherever you come from. We know it's about what you do, not just what you say. That's why we make our recruitment process fair and accessible. And we offer benefits that attract people at all ages and stages. We also partner with organisations including the Women in Finance and Race At Work Charters, Stonewall and upReach to find people from every walk of life and help them thrive with us. We have a whole host of internal networks and support groups you could be involved in, to name a few: REACH - Race Equality and Culture Heritage group focuses on representation, retention and engagement for associates from minority ethnic groups and allies OutFront - to provide LGBTQ+ support for all associates Mind Your Mind - signposting support and promoting positive mental wellbeing for all Women in Tech - promoting an inclusive environment in tech EmpowHER - network of female associates and allies focusing on developing future leaders, particularly for female talent in our industry Capital One is committed to diversity in the workplace. If you require a reasonable adjustment, please contact All information will be kept confidential and will only be used for the purpose of applying a reasonable adjustment. For technical support or questions about Capital One's recruiting process, please send an email to Capital One does not provide, endorse nor guarantee and is not liable for third-party products, services, educational tools or other information available through this site. Capital One Financial is made up of several different entities. Please note that any position posted in Canada is for Capital One Canada, any position posted in the United Kingdom is for Capital One Europe and any position posted in the Philippines is for Capital One Philippines Service Corp. (COPSSC). Who We Are At Capital One, we're building a leading information-based technology company. Still founder-led by Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Richard Fairbank, Capital One is on a mission to help our customers succeed by bringing ingenuity, simplicity, and humanity to banking. We measure our efforts by the success our customers enjoy and the advocacy they exhibit. We are succeeding because they are succeeding. Guided by our shared values, we thrive in an environment where collaboration and openness are valued. We believe that innovation is powered by perspective and that teamwork and respect for each other lead to superior results. We elevate each other and obsess about doing the right thing. Our associates serve with humility and a deep respect for their responsibility in helping our customers achieve their goals and realize their dreams. Together, we are on a quest to change banking for good.
Our client is a large local government organisation and looking for an experienced Head of Legal and Governance.This is initially a 3 month contract which may be extended for the right candidate You will Advising on decisions that constitute a key decision and ensuring appropriate support is in place to enable effective scrutiny. Develop and maintain the authority's Constitution, governance frameworks, and decision-making protocols, ensuring these are widely available for consultation with members, employees and the public. Oversee corporate assurance with reference to code of conduct (including conflicts of interest), whistleblowing, information governance and transparency. As the Monitoring Officer, make recommendations on the appropriate action against any unlawful acts in line with relevant governance requirements. Act as the most senior legal adviser to the authority, the Mayor (when elected), Chief Executive and Head of Paid Service, including on constitutional matters and complex legal issues. Work closely with the Chief Executive, the Director of Finance (S73 Officer) and Executive Leadership Team to shape and deliver strategic policy and corporate plans. Provide legal and governance input into programmes, partnerships, and regional initiatives representing the authority in these and other external forums. Operational oversight Strategic and operational leadership of the Legal Services function, ensuring high-quality, timely legal advice across the authority. Develop and lead the Democratic Services and Scrutiny function, ensuring effective support for elected members, committees and advisory boards, and facilitating public engagement. Support and enable the leadership of the emerging HR and OD function, including relevant policies and frameworks, and appropriate execution of an effective HROD service. Strategic and operational leadership of the Information Governance and Data Protection function, ensuring statutory requirements are met in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulations, and acting as the Senior Information Risk Owner (SIRO) Ensure a register of Members' interests, gifts and hospitality is maintained Ensure the effective operation of the Councillors' Code of Conduct including member complaints and the Investigation and Disciplinary Committee process in relation to Protected Officers. Oversee legal risk management, litigation, and regulatory compliance. Leadership and management Lead, inspire and develop a high-performing team of professionals, providing clear objectives and direction. Lead by example as part of the Senior Leadership Team, embodying the highest standards of ethical practice and behaviour and demonstrating integrity at all times. Promote a culture of integrity, transparency, and continuous improvement through mentoring and coaching of staff. Manage budgets and resources effectively. Support the development of the team by creating a learning environment and a culture of collaboration. PLEASE NOTE THIS ROLE IS INSIDE SCOPE OF IR35 HYBRID WORKING IS AVAILABLE
May 01, 2026
Seasonal
Our client is a large local government organisation and looking for an experienced Head of Legal and Governance.This is initially a 3 month contract which may be extended for the right candidate You will Advising on decisions that constitute a key decision and ensuring appropriate support is in place to enable effective scrutiny. Develop and maintain the authority's Constitution, governance frameworks, and decision-making protocols, ensuring these are widely available for consultation with members, employees and the public. Oversee corporate assurance with reference to code of conduct (including conflicts of interest), whistleblowing, information governance and transparency. As the Monitoring Officer, make recommendations on the appropriate action against any unlawful acts in line with relevant governance requirements. Act as the most senior legal adviser to the authority, the Mayor (when elected), Chief Executive and Head of Paid Service, including on constitutional matters and complex legal issues. Work closely with the Chief Executive, the Director of Finance (S73 Officer) and Executive Leadership Team to shape and deliver strategic policy and corporate plans. Provide legal and governance input into programmes, partnerships, and regional initiatives representing the authority in these and other external forums. Operational oversight Strategic and operational leadership of the Legal Services function, ensuring high-quality, timely legal advice across the authority. Develop and lead the Democratic Services and Scrutiny function, ensuring effective support for elected members, committees and advisory boards, and facilitating public engagement. Support and enable the leadership of the emerging HR and OD function, including relevant policies and frameworks, and appropriate execution of an effective HROD service. Strategic and operational leadership of the Information Governance and Data Protection function, ensuring statutory requirements are met in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulations, and acting as the Senior Information Risk Owner (SIRO) Ensure a register of Members' interests, gifts and hospitality is maintained Ensure the effective operation of the Councillors' Code of Conduct including member complaints and the Investigation and Disciplinary Committee process in relation to Protected Officers. Oversee legal risk management, litigation, and regulatory compliance. Leadership and management Lead, inspire and develop a high-performing team of professionals, providing clear objectives and direction. Lead by example as part of the Senior Leadership Team, embodying the highest standards of ethical practice and behaviour and demonstrating integrity at all times. Promote a culture of integrity, transparency, and continuous improvement through mentoring and coaching of staff. Manage budgets and resources effectively. Support the development of the team by creating a learning environment and a culture of collaboration. PLEASE NOTE THIS ROLE IS INSIDE SCOPE OF IR35 HYBRID WORKING IS AVAILABLE
Bioresource & Energy Services Operations Leadership We're looking for an experienced and driven Regional Industrial Cleaning Manager to lead the delivery of specialist industrial cleaning services across our region. This is a senior operational leadership role, accountable for safety, performance, compliance and financial delivery of a large, business-critical service. You'll work closely with the Head of Bioresource Operations, shaping regional strategy while remaining hands-on in operational delivery. About The Role You'll have full accountability for planned and reactive industrial cleaning activities, including the expansion and delivery of new IED cleaning requirements. Operating in a highly regulated environment, you'll provide senior leadership to an operational workforce, overseeing performance and ensuring services are delivered safely, efficiently, and compliantly across Water, Wastewater, and Bioresource business areas. Key responsibilities Lead and deliver the regional industrial cleaning service, ensuring safe, compliant and efficient operations Develop and own the regional industrial cleaning business plan, aligned to regulatory change and future demand Full accountability for delivery of the regional programme, reporting to the Head of Bioresource Operations Lead and performance-manage a large, geographically dispersed operational workforce, including contractors Manage a c. £20m annual OPEX budget, identifying efficiencies and continuous improvements Act as Transport Manager for Industrial Cleaning Services, ensuring compliance with all transport and CPC requirements Oversee contractor performance, commercial arrangements and future supply chain strategies Influence fleet replacement strategy and capital investment planning Develop and deliver a robust Health, Safety & Wellbeing plan, aligned to wider business HSE strategy Act as the regional subject matter expert for industrial cleaning, supporting cross-business emergency response Lead regional improvement projects and performance reporting through KPIs and scorecards Stay ahead of legislative and regulatory changes affecting industrial cleaning and transport operations. What We're Looking For A valid UK driving license is essential due to the regional nature of the role. Degree-level qualification in a technical or related discipline, or equivalent senior leadership experience. Proven leadership experience delivering results in a highly regulated environment. Previous experience operating, managing or overseeing DISAB Vactor units within an industrial cleaning or wastewater environment would be highly advantageous. Experience managing large operational teams across multiple locations. Strong financial and commercial acumen, including budget ownership. Excellent working knowledge of industrial cleaning regulations and transport legislation. Technical understanding of vacuum waste tankers and industrial cleaning equipment. Confident, credible leader with strong stakeholder and communication skills. Why this role? This role offers: Senior leadership responsibility with real business impact High visibility and influence across the business The opportunity to shape and grow a critical, specialist service A balance of strategic planning and operational leadership Benefits A generous annual leave package of 26 days, rising to 30 with service, plus 8 bank holidays A competitive pension scheme with up to 14% employer contribution, 21% combined, and life cover Up to 20% performance-related bonus, plus recognition awards £5000 Annual Car Allowance Company-funded healthcare plan MyGymDiscounts - up to 25% off gym memberships and digital fitness subscriptions Best Doctors Salary Finance Wealth at Work courses Deals and discounts EVolve Car Scheme Employee Assistance Plan Mental health first aiders ShareBuy MORE Choices flexible benefits Enhanced parental leave schemes About Us Regional Industrial Cleaning Manager Salary - Competitive Salary + £5000 Car Allowance and comprehensive benefits package Work Type - Hybrid Job Location - Manchester or Warrington Role Type - Permanent Employment Type - Full Time Working Hours - 37 hours per week United Utilities' (UU) purpose is to deliver great water for a stronger, greener and healthier North West of England. We are committed to providing our services in a way that respects the environment, supports the economy, and benefits society. We value diversity, inclusion and innovation in our workplace, and we foster a culture where our people can grow, excel, and be themselves. We uphold our ethics, values and business model to fulfil our mission and, by setting clear goals and objectives, we create sustainable long-term value for our colleagues, customers and communities. Whether you work with a team that shares your vision or join a network of peers with similar interests, you will find a welcoming and supportive organisation to be part of. We've got a lot to offer. You'll be part of a thriving FTSE 100 company and will enjoy a range of core benefits that reflect your value and contribution.
May 01, 2026
Full time
Bioresource & Energy Services Operations Leadership We're looking for an experienced and driven Regional Industrial Cleaning Manager to lead the delivery of specialist industrial cleaning services across our region. This is a senior operational leadership role, accountable for safety, performance, compliance and financial delivery of a large, business-critical service. You'll work closely with the Head of Bioresource Operations, shaping regional strategy while remaining hands-on in operational delivery. About The Role You'll have full accountability for planned and reactive industrial cleaning activities, including the expansion and delivery of new IED cleaning requirements. Operating in a highly regulated environment, you'll provide senior leadership to an operational workforce, overseeing performance and ensuring services are delivered safely, efficiently, and compliantly across Water, Wastewater, and Bioresource business areas. Key responsibilities Lead and deliver the regional industrial cleaning service, ensuring safe, compliant and efficient operations Develop and own the regional industrial cleaning business plan, aligned to regulatory change and future demand Full accountability for delivery of the regional programme, reporting to the Head of Bioresource Operations Lead and performance-manage a large, geographically dispersed operational workforce, including contractors Manage a c. £20m annual OPEX budget, identifying efficiencies and continuous improvements Act as Transport Manager for Industrial Cleaning Services, ensuring compliance with all transport and CPC requirements Oversee contractor performance, commercial arrangements and future supply chain strategies Influence fleet replacement strategy and capital investment planning Develop and deliver a robust Health, Safety & Wellbeing plan, aligned to wider business HSE strategy Act as the regional subject matter expert for industrial cleaning, supporting cross-business emergency response Lead regional improvement projects and performance reporting through KPIs and scorecards Stay ahead of legislative and regulatory changes affecting industrial cleaning and transport operations. What We're Looking For A valid UK driving license is essential due to the regional nature of the role. Degree-level qualification in a technical or related discipline, or equivalent senior leadership experience. Proven leadership experience delivering results in a highly regulated environment. Previous experience operating, managing or overseeing DISAB Vactor units within an industrial cleaning or wastewater environment would be highly advantageous. Experience managing large operational teams across multiple locations. Strong financial and commercial acumen, including budget ownership. Excellent working knowledge of industrial cleaning regulations and transport legislation. Technical understanding of vacuum waste tankers and industrial cleaning equipment. Confident, credible leader with strong stakeholder and communication skills. Why this role? This role offers: Senior leadership responsibility with real business impact High visibility and influence across the business The opportunity to shape and grow a critical, specialist service A balance of strategic planning and operational leadership Benefits A generous annual leave package of 26 days, rising to 30 with service, plus 8 bank holidays A competitive pension scheme with up to 14% employer contribution, 21% combined, and life cover Up to 20% performance-related bonus, plus recognition awards £5000 Annual Car Allowance Company-funded healthcare plan MyGymDiscounts - up to 25% off gym memberships and digital fitness subscriptions Best Doctors Salary Finance Wealth at Work courses Deals and discounts EVolve Car Scheme Employee Assistance Plan Mental health first aiders ShareBuy MORE Choices flexible benefits Enhanced parental leave schemes About Us Regional Industrial Cleaning Manager Salary - Competitive Salary + £5000 Car Allowance and comprehensive benefits package Work Type - Hybrid Job Location - Manchester or Warrington Role Type - Permanent Employment Type - Full Time Working Hours - 37 hours per week United Utilities' (UU) purpose is to deliver great water for a stronger, greener and healthier North West of England. We are committed to providing our services in a way that respects the environment, supports the economy, and benefits society. We value diversity, inclusion and innovation in our workplace, and we foster a culture where our people can grow, excel, and be themselves. We uphold our ethics, values and business model to fulfil our mission and, by setting clear goals and objectives, we create sustainable long-term value for our colleagues, customers and communities. Whether you work with a team that shares your vision or join a network of peers with similar interests, you will find a welcoming and supportive organisation to be part of. We've got a lot to offer. You'll be part of a thriving FTSE 100 company and will enjoy a range of core benefits that reflect your value and contribution.
Position: Head Buyer Location: West Yorkshire Salary: 45K- 50K Nicholas Associates have an excellent opportunity for a proactive and detail-oriented Buyer to manage the end-to-end procurement of goods and services. This role is critical in ensuring engineering requirements are accurately communicated, purchase orders are effectively managed, and supplier performance supports the delivery demands of a fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities: Raise and manage purchase orders, ensuring all engineering specifications and requirements are clearly defined and fully authorised. Coordinate closely with suppliers to expedite deliveries, track progress, and provide timely updates to internal stakeholders. Resolve non-conformances quickly and effectively to minimise disruption to operations. Review and validate supplier commercial terms, including payment terms, delivery conditions, and contractual obligations, ensuring alignment with company standards. Lead tender processes, including supplier selection and contract creation, with clearly defined deliverables and terms. Develop and maintain a high-performing, strategic supplier base. Conduct supplier audits to ensure quality, performance, and compliance standards are met. Monitor supplier acknowledgements and challenge discrepancies where necessary. Drive value by ensuring goods and services are delivered on time, within budget, and to required quality standards. Negotiate contracts to achieve the best commercial outcomes for the business. Continuously review and optimise the supplier base to maximise value and efficiency. Support team performance objectives and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives. Promote the value of procurement across the wider business to enhance collaboration and commercial impact. Adhere to all Health & Safety policies and company procedures. Skills & Experience Proven experience in procurement within a fast-paced engineering or manufacturing environment. Experience in the automotive sector is advantageous. Ability to interpret technical drawings; experience sourcing mechanical or composite parts. Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently and collaboratively. Positive, adaptable mindset with a willingness to support wider team objectives. Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills. About Us We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options. We are committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients. If you choose to apply, your information will be processed in accordance with the Nicholas Associates Group of companies Privacy Notice.
May 01, 2026
Full time
Position: Head Buyer Location: West Yorkshire Salary: 45K- 50K Nicholas Associates have an excellent opportunity for a proactive and detail-oriented Buyer to manage the end-to-end procurement of goods and services. This role is critical in ensuring engineering requirements are accurately communicated, purchase orders are effectively managed, and supplier performance supports the delivery demands of a fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities: Raise and manage purchase orders, ensuring all engineering specifications and requirements are clearly defined and fully authorised. Coordinate closely with suppliers to expedite deliveries, track progress, and provide timely updates to internal stakeholders. Resolve non-conformances quickly and effectively to minimise disruption to operations. Review and validate supplier commercial terms, including payment terms, delivery conditions, and contractual obligations, ensuring alignment with company standards. Lead tender processes, including supplier selection and contract creation, with clearly defined deliverables and terms. Develop and maintain a high-performing, strategic supplier base. Conduct supplier audits to ensure quality, performance, and compliance standards are met. Monitor supplier acknowledgements and challenge discrepancies where necessary. Drive value by ensuring goods and services are delivered on time, within budget, and to required quality standards. Negotiate contracts to achieve the best commercial outcomes for the business. Continuously review and optimise the supplier base to maximise value and efficiency. Support team performance objectives and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives. Promote the value of procurement across the wider business to enhance collaboration and commercial impact. Adhere to all Health & Safety policies and company procedures. Skills & Experience Proven experience in procurement within a fast-paced engineering or manufacturing environment. Experience in the automotive sector is advantageous. Ability to interpret technical drawings; experience sourcing mechanical or composite parts. Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently and collaboratively. Positive, adaptable mindset with a willingness to support wider team objectives. Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills. About Us We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options. We are committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients. If you choose to apply, your information will be processed in accordance with the Nicholas Associates Group of companies Privacy Notice.
Empower Youth Zones is the charity that oversees the creation, management and sustainability of Youth Zones in Manchester and Salford. These include HideOut Youth Zone located in Gorton (East Manchester) which opened in 2020, and Salford Youth Zone located in Pendleton, which opened to young people in June 2025. HideOut and Salford Youth Zone provide children and young people aged 8-19 and up to 25 for those with additional needs with somewhere safe to go, something positive to do and someone trusted to talk to. What is the Role? We are looking for an exceptional Director of Youth Work & Impact to lead our life changing work with young people. As Director of Youth Work & Impact, you will shape and drive the entire youth work offer across both Youth Zones. You'll lead programme development, ensure delivery is high quality and inclusive, and make sure our work has measurable impact on the lives of children and young people aged 8-19 (and up to 25 with additional needs) You will establish and oversee a robust Monitoring & Evaluation framework, to measure outcomes, track delivery against KPIs, and provide clear insights that inform strategic decisions by the CEO and Board. Alongside this, you will lead safeguarding as Empower's Designated Safeguarding Lead, manage programme budgets, and provide line management to senior operational staff. Through strong leadership, strategic planning and a commitment to high performance, you will ensure both Youth Zones deliver inspiring, impactful and safe experiences for every young person who walks through our doors, creating opportunities for them to have a voice and influence decisions that affect them You'll also be a visible leader across Greater Manchester - representing Empower Youth Zones at key events and meetings, strengthening partnerships and advocating for our work. This is a rare opportunity to be at the heart of a growing movement dedicated to giving every young person the chance to realise their full potential and thrive. What will I be doing? Lead strategic and operational planning, delivery, and continuous improvement of youth delivery programmes across HideOut and Salford Youth Zones, embedding the national youth work curriculum into all programme areas. Through effective leadership and line management of the Heads of Youth Work, ensure programme design and delivery aligns with organisational objectives and meets the needs of young people. Establish a Monitoring and Evaluation framework (linking Onside's Excellence Framework) across operational Youth Zone delivery to inform the CEO and Board (measure impact, monitor delivery plan and KPIs against strategy) ensuring a high level of quality assurance, accountability and continuous improvement. Build and maintain strong relationships with delivery partners, funders, national and regional youth sector infrastructure organisations and other key stakeholders. Act as the charity's lead representative at local events, conferences and meetings (Local, GM & City Wide Youth Partnerships, VCS boards, Local Authority Partnership and neighbourhood groups etc) to advocate for our work Provide strategic leadership and management of every aspect of the Youth Zone's services to young people, including our work with external partners ensure they meet performance and safeguarding standards Take responsibility as Empower's Designated Safeguarding Lead, ensuring safeguarding policies and procedures are upheld across all programme activities, supporting the wider team to manage any concerns or incidents appropriately, creating a safe and inclusive environment. Embed a pro-active planning culture throughout the organisation with effective planning taking place at all levels, to execute the Charity's strategic goals in the most efficient and effective way, that delivers our priorities and contributes to the core values of the charity Set and manage budgets effectively, ensuring financial accountability and value for money, and work with Finance to meet financial planning, reporting and management requirements. Support the CEO to develop the risk register for the charity so trustees can easily identify major issues and ensure effective mitigation procedures are in place and regularly reviewed Through effective Line Management of Empower's Head of Youth Work and Partnerships and Data and Insights Manager, ensure they have all the support and resources needed to enable the Charity to be fully compliant with all relevant reporting requirements and ensure necessary processes and procedures are in place across both youth zones. Work closely with the Director of People to develop, implement and regularly review a workforce development plan for all staff and volunteers working with children and young people, ensuring professional youth work values and principles are embedded throughout our practise Integrate equity, diversity and inclusion principles and practice across programme delivery using equity impact assessments and ensuring EDI is a core component of training and onboarding for all partners and stakeholders. To undertake any other reasonably required duties as instructed by someone acting on Chief Executive's behalf, in addition to the role-specific tasks and responsibilities detailed above. What else will I need to do? Be a role model for young people and present a positive "can do" attitude Take personal responsibility for own actions Provide strong leadership to the programmes team, setting clear direction and fostering a high -performance culture Represent Empower Youth Zones positively and effectively in all dealings with internal colleagues, and external partners Champion innovation and continuous improvement in programme delivery Comply with all policies and procedures, with particular reference to safeguarding, codes of conduct, health and safety and equality and diversity to ensure all activities are accessible Promote a collaborative and inclusive working environment, both within the organisation and with external partners Assist with any promotional activities and visits that take place at the Youth Zone Actively promote the Youth Zone and positively contribute towards increasing Youth Zone membership.
May 01, 2026
Full time
Empower Youth Zones is the charity that oversees the creation, management and sustainability of Youth Zones in Manchester and Salford. These include HideOut Youth Zone located in Gorton (East Manchester) which opened in 2020, and Salford Youth Zone located in Pendleton, which opened to young people in June 2025. HideOut and Salford Youth Zone provide children and young people aged 8-19 and up to 25 for those with additional needs with somewhere safe to go, something positive to do and someone trusted to talk to. What is the Role? We are looking for an exceptional Director of Youth Work & Impact to lead our life changing work with young people. As Director of Youth Work & Impact, you will shape and drive the entire youth work offer across both Youth Zones. You'll lead programme development, ensure delivery is high quality and inclusive, and make sure our work has measurable impact on the lives of children and young people aged 8-19 (and up to 25 with additional needs) You will establish and oversee a robust Monitoring & Evaluation framework, to measure outcomes, track delivery against KPIs, and provide clear insights that inform strategic decisions by the CEO and Board. Alongside this, you will lead safeguarding as Empower's Designated Safeguarding Lead, manage programme budgets, and provide line management to senior operational staff. Through strong leadership, strategic planning and a commitment to high performance, you will ensure both Youth Zones deliver inspiring, impactful and safe experiences for every young person who walks through our doors, creating opportunities for them to have a voice and influence decisions that affect them You'll also be a visible leader across Greater Manchester - representing Empower Youth Zones at key events and meetings, strengthening partnerships and advocating for our work. This is a rare opportunity to be at the heart of a growing movement dedicated to giving every young person the chance to realise their full potential and thrive. What will I be doing? Lead strategic and operational planning, delivery, and continuous improvement of youth delivery programmes across HideOut and Salford Youth Zones, embedding the national youth work curriculum into all programme areas. Through effective leadership and line management of the Heads of Youth Work, ensure programme design and delivery aligns with organisational objectives and meets the needs of young people. Establish a Monitoring and Evaluation framework (linking Onside's Excellence Framework) across operational Youth Zone delivery to inform the CEO and Board (measure impact, monitor delivery plan and KPIs against strategy) ensuring a high level of quality assurance, accountability and continuous improvement. Build and maintain strong relationships with delivery partners, funders, national and regional youth sector infrastructure organisations and other key stakeholders. Act as the charity's lead representative at local events, conferences and meetings (Local, GM & City Wide Youth Partnerships, VCS boards, Local Authority Partnership and neighbourhood groups etc) to advocate for our work Provide strategic leadership and management of every aspect of the Youth Zone's services to young people, including our work with external partners ensure they meet performance and safeguarding standards Take responsibility as Empower's Designated Safeguarding Lead, ensuring safeguarding policies and procedures are upheld across all programme activities, supporting the wider team to manage any concerns or incidents appropriately, creating a safe and inclusive environment. Embed a pro-active planning culture throughout the organisation with effective planning taking place at all levels, to execute the Charity's strategic goals in the most efficient and effective way, that delivers our priorities and contributes to the core values of the charity Set and manage budgets effectively, ensuring financial accountability and value for money, and work with Finance to meet financial planning, reporting and management requirements. Support the CEO to develop the risk register for the charity so trustees can easily identify major issues and ensure effective mitigation procedures are in place and regularly reviewed Through effective Line Management of Empower's Head of Youth Work and Partnerships and Data and Insights Manager, ensure they have all the support and resources needed to enable the Charity to be fully compliant with all relevant reporting requirements and ensure necessary processes and procedures are in place across both youth zones. Work closely with the Director of People to develop, implement and regularly review a workforce development plan for all staff and volunteers working with children and young people, ensuring professional youth work values and principles are embedded throughout our practise Integrate equity, diversity and inclusion principles and practice across programme delivery using equity impact assessments and ensuring EDI is a core component of training and onboarding for all partners and stakeholders. To undertake any other reasonably required duties as instructed by someone acting on Chief Executive's behalf, in addition to the role-specific tasks and responsibilities detailed above. What else will I need to do? Be a role model for young people and present a positive "can do" attitude Take personal responsibility for own actions Provide strong leadership to the programmes team, setting clear direction and fostering a high -performance culture Represent Empower Youth Zones positively and effectively in all dealings with internal colleagues, and external partners Champion innovation and continuous improvement in programme delivery Comply with all policies and procedures, with particular reference to safeguarding, codes of conduct, health and safety and equality and diversity to ensure all activities are accessible Promote a collaborative and inclusive working environment, both within the organisation and with external partners Assist with any promotional activities and visits that take place at the Youth Zone Actively promote the Youth Zone and positively contribute towards increasing Youth Zone membership.
