Chair in Drug Discovery Department Faculty of Science Salary Starting from £75,182, rising to £138,905 Contract Type Full Time, Open Ended Closing Date Tuesday 26 May 2026 About the role The Departments of Life Sciences and Chemistry are seeking an exceptional research leader to join us as Chair in Drug Discovery, a strategic joint appointment across the two departments that will help shape the future of therapeutic innovation at Bath and play a central role in the new Centre for Drug Discovery (CDD). CDD is a major cross-faculty initiative bringing together chemists, biologists, data scientists and engineers to accelerate drug discovery through innovation in synthesis, screening, computation and translation. The Centre will focus on emerging modalities and enabling technologies from cyclic small molecules, peptides, antibodies and macrocycles, exploring new 3D chemical space to AI-guided synthesis, flow automation and direct-to-biology screening. By integrating Bath's strengths in synthetic chemistry, chemical and structural biology and advanced delivery science, the CDD will offer a distinctive environment for developing next-generation molecular tools and therapeutic leads. About you: Demonstrate inclusive leadership and a commitment to fostering a diverse research environment Have a strong track record of internationally recognised research in drug discovery Are passionate about collaboration across disciplines and sectors Can mentor and support researchers at all career stages, including Bath Prize Fellows Engage with industry and innovation networks to translate discoveries into real-world impact Can teach aspects of drug discovery in both lectures and laboratory classes and contribute to our PGT course on Drug Discovery (joint between the departments of Chemistry and Life Sciences), maintaining the University's high standards in teaching and learning, and its inclusive and supportive learning environment While we encourage applications from a range of backgrounds, we particularly welcome candidates whose research aligns with one or more of the following areas: Medicinal chemistry for emerging modalities such as peptides, molecular glues, PROTACs, ADCs or covalent inhibitors Innovative screening approaches, e.g. DNA-encoded libraries, affinity-selection mass spectrometry, chemoproteomics or AI/ML-driven virtual screening Computational drug discovery, including molecular design, macrocycle conformations, docking, or predictive models for permeability and pharmacokinetics About Drug Discovery at Bath Drug discovery at Bath is driven by close integration between the Departments of Life Sciences and Chemistry, uniting expertise in peptide design, synthetic chemistry, chemoproteomics and computational modelling. Core strengths include chemical and structural biology, pharmacology and antibiotic discovery, with projects spanning early-stage molecular design through to pre-clinical mechanism-of-action studies. Life Sciences provides cutting-edge laboratories for molecular and cellular biology, microbiology and pharmaceutical sciences, including tissue-culture suites, automated liquid handling and a zebrafish facility for in vivo pharmacology. Chemistry complements this with world-class infrastructure for automated and flow synthesis, compound characterisation (MS, NMR, DReaM Facility) and access to Bath's High-Performance Computing and AI/ML platforms for virtual screening and molecular design. Both departments have a strong track record in innovation with a number of spin-out companies. The new appointment will join a vibrant cross-faculty community engaging with industry, the regional GW4 innovation network and an opportunity to benefit from the South-West Life Science network. Together, these resources offer an exceptional environment for innovative researchers to develop and test new approaches to molecular discovery. Informal enquiries & application For informal enquiries, please contact Dr Amanda Mackenzie, Head of Life Sciences or Professor Matthew Jones, Head of Chemistry. Please ensure applications are submitted via the University's online system. Alongside the online form, upload a full CV. This is a full-time role (36.5 hours per week). Interviews for this position will take place on 22 and 23 June 2026 (a 2-day process). We are committed to providing a supportive and inclusive working environment for all staff, including mentorship and flexible working arrangements. The Departments of Life Science, Chemistry and the University currently hold Athena SWAN Silver awards, and we are working to further improve equality, diversity and inclusion for the benefit of all staff. If you would like to discuss any issues or other aspects of the working environment with a member of staff who is not involved in the recruitment process, please contact Prof Stephen Husbands, Director of Research in the Department of Life Sciences. What we can offer you: We're continually expanding our benefits package to better support you and enhance your experience with us, and the below is just an example of some of the many great benefits we offer: Free counselling services through Health Assured Cycle to work scheme Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme Staff discount at Team Bath gym Staff discounts on postgraduate tuition fees Staff discount on language courses Generous employer contributory pension schemes Generous annual leave allowance with an additional 5 discretionary days so that you can enjoy a positive work-life balance A wide range of personal and professional development opportunities, including Apprenticeships, LinkedIn Learning and more Free entry to the Holburne Museum in Bath Local discounts and more A family-friendly workplace An excellent reward package that recognises the talents of our diverse workforce Relocation allowance Visa reimbursement and Interest-Free Loan to help with the cost of some immigration expenses Find out more about our benefits on our website and watch the video to hear from our staff about what makes the University of Bath a great place to work, as well as following us on X and LinkedIn. Right to Work in the UK: We do not assess immigration or right to work status until offer stage. Being invited to interview does not guarantee you are eligible for visa sponsorship, and all offers are conditional on meeting right to work requirements. Further information is available on our application support webpage. Anonymous shortlisting: We are constantly seeking to reduce the unconscious bias that enters any assessment process, with the goal of creating an inclusive and equal assessment process. To support this, personal details such as your name may be removed from application forms at the initial shortlisting stage.
Apr 30, 2026
Full time
Chair in Drug Discovery Department Faculty of Science Salary Starting from £75,182, rising to £138,905 Contract Type Full Time, Open Ended Closing Date Tuesday 26 May 2026 About the role The Departments of Life Sciences and Chemistry are seeking an exceptional research leader to join us as Chair in Drug Discovery, a strategic joint appointment across the two departments that will help shape the future of therapeutic innovation at Bath and play a central role in the new Centre for Drug Discovery (CDD). CDD is a major cross-faculty initiative bringing together chemists, biologists, data scientists and engineers to accelerate drug discovery through innovation in synthesis, screening, computation and translation. The Centre will focus on emerging modalities and enabling technologies from cyclic small molecules, peptides, antibodies and macrocycles, exploring new 3D chemical space to AI-guided synthesis, flow automation and direct-to-biology screening. By integrating Bath's strengths in synthetic chemistry, chemical and structural biology and advanced delivery science, the CDD will offer a distinctive environment for developing next-generation molecular tools and therapeutic leads. About you: Demonstrate inclusive leadership and a commitment to fostering a diverse research environment Have a strong track record of internationally recognised research in drug discovery Are passionate about collaboration across disciplines and sectors Can mentor and support researchers at all career stages, including Bath Prize Fellows Engage with industry and innovation networks to translate discoveries into real-world impact Can teach aspects of drug discovery in both lectures and laboratory classes and contribute to our PGT course on Drug Discovery (joint between the departments of Chemistry and Life Sciences), maintaining the University's high standards in teaching and learning, and its inclusive and supportive learning environment While we encourage applications from a range of backgrounds, we particularly welcome candidates whose research aligns with one or more of the following areas: Medicinal chemistry for emerging modalities such as peptides, molecular glues, PROTACs, ADCs or covalent inhibitors Innovative screening approaches, e.g. DNA-encoded libraries, affinity-selection mass spectrometry, chemoproteomics or AI/ML-driven virtual screening Computational drug discovery, including molecular design, macrocycle conformations, docking, or predictive models for permeability and pharmacokinetics About Drug Discovery at Bath Drug discovery at Bath is driven by close integration between the Departments of Life Sciences and Chemistry, uniting expertise in peptide design, synthetic chemistry, chemoproteomics and computational modelling. Core strengths include chemical and structural biology, pharmacology and antibiotic discovery, with projects spanning early-stage molecular design through to pre-clinical mechanism-of-action studies. Life Sciences provides cutting-edge laboratories for molecular and cellular biology, microbiology and pharmaceutical sciences, including tissue-culture suites, automated liquid handling and a zebrafish facility for in vivo pharmacology. Chemistry complements this with world-class infrastructure for automated and flow synthesis, compound characterisation (MS, NMR, DReaM Facility) and access to Bath's High-Performance Computing and AI/ML platforms for virtual screening and molecular design. Both departments have a strong track record in innovation with a number of spin-out companies. The new appointment will join a vibrant cross-faculty community engaging with industry, the regional GW4 innovation network and an opportunity to benefit from the South-West Life Science network. Together, these resources offer an exceptional environment for innovative researchers to develop and test new approaches to molecular discovery. Informal enquiries & application For informal enquiries, please contact Dr Amanda Mackenzie, Head of Life Sciences or Professor Matthew Jones, Head of Chemistry. Please ensure applications are submitted via the University's online system. Alongside the online form, upload a full CV. This is a full-time role (36.5 hours per week). Interviews for this position will take place on 22 and 23 June 2026 (a 2-day process). We are committed to providing a supportive and inclusive working environment for all staff, including mentorship and flexible working arrangements. The Departments of Life Science, Chemistry and the University currently hold Athena SWAN Silver awards, and we are working to further improve equality, diversity and inclusion for the benefit of all staff. If you would like to discuss any issues or other aspects of the working environment with a member of staff who is not involved in the recruitment process, please contact Prof Stephen Husbands, Director of Research in the Department of Life Sciences. What we can offer you: We're continually expanding our benefits package to better support you and enhance your experience with us, and the below is just an example of some of the many great benefits we offer: Free counselling services through Health Assured Cycle to work scheme Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme Staff discount at Team Bath gym Staff discounts on postgraduate tuition fees Staff discount on language courses Generous employer contributory pension schemes Generous annual leave allowance with an additional 5 discretionary days so that you can enjoy a positive work-life balance A wide range of personal and professional development opportunities, including Apprenticeships, LinkedIn Learning and more Free entry to the Holburne Museum in Bath Local discounts and more A family-friendly workplace An excellent reward package that recognises the talents of our diverse workforce Relocation allowance Visa reimbursement and Interest-Free Loan to help with the cost of some immigration expenses Find out more about our benefits on our website and watch the video to hear from our staff about what makes the University of Bath a great place to work, as well as following us on X and LinkedIn. Right to Work in the UK: We do not assess immigration or right to work status until offer stage. Being invited to interview does not guarantee you are eligible for visa sponsorship, and all offers are conditional on meeting right to work requirements. Further information is available on our application support webpage. Anonymous shortlisting: We are constantly seeking to reduce the unconscious bias that enters any assessment process, with the goal of creating an inclusive and equal assessment process. To support this, personal details such as your name may be removed from application forms at the initial shortlisting stage.
Bucksmore Education is full of history and tradition, but also of originality and challenge. With 40 years of experience to perfect and improve the quality of our prestigious summer schools, we are proud of the summer programmes we offer. It is our goal to support every student towards achieving their goals, in a safe and positive learning environment, whether this is building on their language skills, developing fundamental 21st century leadership skills and a global mindset or studying at a top UK boarding school or university. The summer school was modelled on American summer camps, with 'Counsellors' who live with students, teach lessons and lead excursions and activities, providing a higher level of pastoral care, guidance, and friendship - giving students more than just 'teachers' and 'activity leaders' at a summer school. Working in summer schools is a rewarding experience for both students and staff, and Bucksmore aims to make our courses ones that our students never forget. The Bucksmore philosophy is for students to mix with their fellow students and staff wherever possible to make their time with us a rich and genuinely international cultural experience. Centre Manager Locations: Oxford or Cambridge Summer 2026 Contract length 2-6 weeks Bucksmore Education are hiring engaging, motivated Centre Managers for memorable BC accredited EFL, Leadership and pre-University programmes teaching students aged 10-17 for summer 2026 in prestigious residential settings around the UK. Bucksmore Education strives to have a great team of leaders within our centres. The Centre Manager (CM) role is responsible for the day-to-day management of a centre and is responsible for its smooth running. It is the most senior post at the centre. The CM is in charge of all aspects of the centre, from managing finance, budgets, staffing and accommodation, dealing with clients and liaising with College staff. Forming the head of each senior management team the CM will directly line manage and work closely with an Academic manager and an Activities manager to ensure the smooth and successful day to day running of the centre. The CM is the Safeguarding Lead for the centre, and will undergo Safeguarding specific training for this responsibility. It is a challenging but rewarding opportunity. The list below summarises the key tasks of the role and is not a definitive list of all the tasks to be undertaken as those can be varied from time to time at the discretion of the Head of Operations. Bucksmore will exercise this right reasonably. - Ensuring that all necessary materials and equipment are in place at the centre in time for opening. - Provide a comprehensive induction day for all staff that ensures they have a good overview of their roles at the centre, and the performance expectations. - Hold regular meetings with all staff to ensure that the running of the centre is efficient and up to Bucksmores high standards in all aspects of the academic and activity programme. - Hold regular meetings with the appropriate college administrative staff (e.g., catering (meal numbers, dietaries) and accommodation managers) to allow for the smooth running of the centre. - Liaise with the Head Office in respect of student numbers/expected arrivals departures or cancelations. - Ensure that staff payroll is submitted on time, in accordance to the dates specified by the Recruitment Manager. - Liaise with Head Office in respect of staff pay details. - Manage the centre budget and petty cash, ensuring that the weekly finance and administration report is completed and sent to Head Office on time. - Manage student pocket money and update payment ledger accurately. - Work with other Senior Staff, to maintain staff and student discipline. - Maintaining control over student security - The Centre Manager is the Safeguarding Lead at the centres (with support from the Bucksmore Designated Safeguarding Lead) and has the responsibility of monitoring the MyConcern App and taking responsible and appropriate action where necessary or in consultation with the Bucksmore DSL. - Upon arrival, the CM is responsible for students being allocated to their rooms quickly and efficiently. - Upon departure, CM is responsible for inspecting all the rooms for damage and any damages recorded. - Monitoring staff levels and ensuring appropriate staffing levels are maintained, in consultation with the Bucksmore Head Office. - Shutting down the centre at the end of the course, returning all materials and equipment to Head Office. - Provide an end-of-course report to Head Office. - Ensure all staff receive an appraisal meeeting and these are passed to HR at Head Office. - During working hours, devoting their time, attention and abilities to the business and affairs of the centre and not act in any way that may bring Bucksmore Education into disrepute. Qualifications All applicants must have the eligibility to work in the UK prior to commencing employment. - Native or native level English speaker - Management experience in a residential environment with young people such as a school, university, summer school or similar environment - Experience of working with young learners and delivering a programme of study for young learners - Proficiency in standard office software and data management - Experience working with international students, familiarity with cultural differences, and sensitivity to diverse backgrounds Weekly rate from £935.20 - £1127.10 (holiday pay will be calculated on top) A weekly accommodation offset will be deducted from salary. All meals are provided Successful candidates will be required to complete an Enhanced DBS check (and a police check if you reside outside the UK). You will also need to provide proof of identity, such as a passport or driving licence, for our records. Bucksmore will cover the upfront cost of the Enhanced DBS check (currently £49.50) and the DBS Update Service subscription50% of the total cost will be reclaimed from your first pay run. If you return to work with us in subsequent years, you must maintain your Update Service subscription. Failure to do so will mean you are responsible for the full cost of a new Enhanced DBS check. At Nord Anglia Education we are committed to providing a world class, safe, happy environment in which children and young people can thrive and learn. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our pupils where we embrace all race, abilities, religions, genders, and cultures. All post holders in regulated activity (having regular unsupervised contact with children) are subject to appropriate national and international vetting procedures including satisfactory criminal record checks from both your country of residence/birth and any country of residence within the last 10 years. We welcome applications from suitable qualified persons from all diverse backgrounds. Please note, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Apr 30, 2026
Full time
Bucksmore Education is full of history and tradition, but also of originality and challenge. With 40 years of experience to perfect and improve the quality of our prestigious summer schools, we are proud of the summer programmes we offer. It is our goal to support every student towards achieving their goals, in a safe and positive learning environment, whether this is building on their language skills, developing fundamental 21st century leadership skills and a global mindset or studying at a top UK boarding school or university. The summer school was modelled on American summer camps, with 'Counsellors' who live with students, teach lessons and lead excursions and activities, providing a higher level of pastoral care, guidance, and friendship - giving students more than just 'teachers' and 'activity leaders' at a summer school. Working in summer schools is a rewarding experience for both students and staff, and Bucksmore aims to make our courses ones that our students never forget. The Bucksmore philosophy is for students to mix with their fellow students and staff wherever possible to make their time with us a rich and genuinely international cultural experience. Centre Manager Locations: Oxford or Cambridge Summer 2026 Contract length 2-6 weeks Bucksmore Education are hiring engaging, motivated Centre Managers for memorable BC accredited EFL, Leadership and pre-University programmes teaching students aged 10-17 for summer 2026 in prestigious residential settings around the UK. Bucksmore Education strives to have a great team of leaders within our centres. The Centre Manager (CM) role is responsible for the day-to-day management of a centre and is responsible for its smooth running. It is the most senior post at the centre. The CM is in charge of all aspects of the centre, from managing finance, budgets, staffing and accommodation, dealing with clients and liaising with College staff. Forming the head of each senior management team the CM will directly line manage and work closely with an Academic manager and an Activities manager to ensure the smooth and successful day to day running of the centre. The CM is the Safeguarding Lead for the centre, and will undergo Safeguarding specific training for this responsibility. It is a challenging but rewarding opportunity. The list below summarises the key tasks of the role and is not a definitive list of all the tasks to be undertaken as those can be varied from time to time at the discretion of the Head of Operations. Bucksmore will exercise this right reasonably. - Ensuring that all necessary materials and equipment are in place at the centre in time for opening. - Provide a comprehensive induction day for all staff that ensures they have a good overview of their roles at the centre, and the performance expectations. - Hold regular meetings with all staff to ensure that the running of the centre is efficient and up to Bucksmores high standards in all aspects of the academic and activity programme. - Hold regular meetings with the appropriate college administrative staff (e.g., catering (meal numbers, dietaries) and accommodation managers) to allow for the smooth running of the centre. - Liaise with the Head Office in respect of student numbers/expected arrivals departures or cancelations. - Ensure that staff payroll is submitted on time, in accordance to the dates specified by the Recruitment Manager. - Liaise with Head Office in respect of staff pay details. - Manage the centre budget and petty cash, ensuring that the weekly finance and administration report is completed and sent to Head Office on time. - Manage student pocket money and update payment ledger accurately. - Work with other Senior Staff, to maintain staff and student discipline. - Maintaining control over student security - The Centre Manager is the Safeguarding Lead at the centres (with support from the Bucksmore Designated Safeguarding Lead) and has the responsibility of monitoring the MyConcern App and taking responsible and appropriate action where necessary or in consultation with the Bucksmore DSL. - Upon arrival, the CM is responsible for students being allocated to their rooms quickly and efficiently. - Upon departure, CM is responsible for inspecting all the rooms for damage and any damages recorded. - Monitoring staff levels and ensuring appropriate staffing levels are maintained, in consultation with the Bucksmore Head Office. - Shutting down the centre at the end of the course, returning all materials and equipment to Head Office. - Provide an end-of-course report to Head Office. - Ensure all staff receive an appraisal meeeting and these are passed to HR at Head Office. - During working hours, devoting their time, attention and abilities to the business and affairs of the centre and not act in any way that may bring Bucksmore Education into disrepute. Qualifications All applicants must have the eligibility to work in the UK prior to commencing employment. - Native or native level English speaker - Management experience in a residential environment with young people such as a school, university, summer school or similar environment - Experience of working with young learners and delivering a programme of study for young learners - Proficiency in standard office software and data management - Experience working with international students, familiarity with cultural differences, and sensitivity to diverse backgrounds Weekly rate from £935.20 - £1127.10 (holiday pay will be calculated on top) A weekly accommodation offset will be deducted from salary. All meals are provided Successful candidates will be required to complete an Enhanced DBS check (and a police check if you reside outside the UK). You will also need to provide proof of identity, such as a passport or driving licence, for our records. Bucksmore will cover the upfront cost of the Enhanced DBS check (currently £49.50) and the DBS Update Service subscription50% of the total cost will be reclaimed from your first pay run. If you return to work with us in subsequent years, you must maintain your Update Service subscription. Failure to do so will mean you are responsible for the full cost of a new Enhanced DBS check. At Nord Anglia Education we are committed to providing a world class, safe, happy environment in which children and young people can thrive and learn. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our pupils where we embrace all race, abilities, religions, genders, and cultures. All post holders in regulated activity (having regular unsupervised contact with children) are subject to appropriate national and international vetting procedures including satisfactory criminal record checks from both your country of residence/birth and any country of residence within the last 10 years. We welcome applications from suitable qualified persons from all diverse backgrounds. Please note, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Head of Housing Works We're looking for a proven leader to join Southampton City Council as the Head of Housing Works. This is a rare opportunity to lead a large and fast-paced in-house direct labour organisation (DLO) - Southampton's preferred and much prized delivery partner for maintaining and improving over 16,000 homes - while driving a shift to a more modern, performance-driven service that underpins the whole Housing system. You'll play a pivotal role in turning day-to-day delivery into a reliable, high-quality service for tenants, while acting as an intelligent supplier to Housing as it moves from recovery and reactive operations towards a more proactive, customer-centred landlord that delivers consistently strong services. About the team We're part of the Council's Residents' Services Directorate, which brings together housing, customer services and community support around a shared purpose: to make sure every resident has access to a safe, affordable and sustainable home, and to strengthen the communities that make Southampton a city of opportunity. Housing Works plays a critical delivery role within Housing's commissioning model - delivering repairs, maintenance, compliance, planned works and estates services across the city's housing stock. Through a large in-house workforce and supply chain, the service is responsible for ensuring homes are safe, well-maintained and available to meet demand. Working closely with colleagues across Housing and related services including Homelessness, Housing Works translates priorities, standards and investment decisions into effective delivery. It ensures that work is well planned, resources are used effectively and services are delivered consistently across the city - forming a key part of a joined-up housing system focused on better outcomes for tenants. This is a newly designed structure, and you will be joining at the point where it moves from design into delivery - shaping how Housing Works operates in practice and establishing the standards, culture and performance needed for short, medium and long-term improvement. About the role In August 2024, the Regulator for Social Housing identified serious failings in how we met the consumer standards. That judgement has been a turning point - and we're now using it to drive lasting improvements for tenants, residents and communities. Our intention is to rebuild confidence and deliver real, sustained change that improves the quality of homes and the lives of people who live in them - building on the progress we have already made over the last twelve months. As Head of Housing Works, you'll be a key member of the Housing Directorate Senior Leadership Team (SLT). Together, the SLT is responsible for ensuring Housing operates as part of a coherent system - owning delivery of Housing's overall purpose and making sure services operate in a joined-up, effective way. Within that, you will lead a large and complex delivery service responsible for repairs, maintenance, compliance, planned works and estates services across the city's housing stock and neighbourhoods. You will ensure services are safe, compliant and deliver value for money, giving tenants, the Council and the Regulator confidence that that Housing is under control and improving. You'll provide clear operational leadership across a large workforce and supply chain - setting priorities in line with commissions from your clients, establishing strong performance expectations and ensuring that work is outcome-focussed, well planned, delivered consistently and to customer expectations. You'll also lead the modernisation of Housing Works - improving productivity, strengthening planning and scheduling, and embedding better use of data and systems. With new core systems being introduced to support mobile working and scheduling, you will build on these foundations to establish more consistent, efficient and modern ways of working, and to drive better value from both the in-house workforce and the wider supply chain. You'll work closely with colleagues across Housing to act as an intelligent supplier - translating priorities, standards and investment decisions into effective delivery. This means shaping Housing Works as a high-performing, commercially aware delivery partner that makes the best use of its own capacity and external suppliers, delivers strong value for money, and feels fully part of a joined-up Housing team. You'll balance day-to-day operational grip with longer-term improvement, ensuring Housing Works supports the wider system to achieve better outcomes for tenants. Success will depend on working with others across Housing, the wider Council and partners. Together with the other Heads of Service, you'll help make Housing operate well as a coherent system that connects commissioning with delivery - maintaining performance today while driving sustained improvement over time. Everything you do will contribute to Southampton's vision to be a city of opportunity where everyone thrives through more equal, healthier, safer, growing and greener communities. Key responsibilities include: Lead a large in-house workforce and supply chain (over 400 staff and c.£33m p.a. spend) to deliver repairs, maintenance, compliance and planned works - ensuring services are safe, reliable, deliver value for money and meet regulatory requirements. Set clear priorities and performance expectations for staff - ensuring work is well planned, delivered consistently and right first time, where possible. Drive improvements in productivity, planning, scheduling and use of resources - reducing waste and improving outcomes for tenants. Act as an intelligent supplier to Housing - translating priorities, standards and investment decisions into effective delivery, and shaping demand and outcomes with commissioning colleagues. Develop Housing Works as a high-performing, commercially aware and modern delivery partner - making effective use of in-house capacity and external suppliers to deliver strong value for money. Lead and embed change across Housing Works - increasing flexibility and adaptability in how the service operates as part of Housing's new commissioning model, so it can respond to changing demand, new ways of working and wider local government reorganisation. Build strong leadership and management capability across Housing Works - developing depth, resilience and clear accountability at every level, so the service performs consistently without over-reliance on central control. About you: We're looking for an experienced and credible operational leader who can run a large, complex delivery service while driving sustained improvement in performance, value and customer outcomes. You will need: Degree-level education and/or a relevant professional or leadership qualification, or equivalent senior leadership experience in a complex operational environment. Significant experience leading large-scale operational services, ideally within housing, property, construction or a comparable environment - with accountability for delivery, performance and budgets. Strong commercial and financial awareness, with experience managing supply chains, improving productivity and delivering value for money across in-house and external delivery models. A track record of driving service improvement and change - strengthening planning, performance management and ways of working to deliver more consistent, reliable outcomes. The ability to lead through others - building strong leadership and management capability, creating clear accountability and enabling teams to perform without over-reliance on central control. Strong communication and influencing skills, with the ability to work effectively across organisational boundaries and build trusted relationships with colleagues, partners and stakeholders. Join us in delivering essential services and building a sustainable Southampton for all. For further information about this role, please view the job description. What we can offer you: Salary: The salary band for this role is £83,643 - £91,823. The starting salary is £83,643 with annual progression through the salary bands. Here at SCC we have a range of different benefits, a few examples can be found below. Excellent local government pension with 16.8% employer contribution Death in service benefit of x3 salary, and optional salary sacrifice shared cost AVC (additional voluntary contribution) Generous holiday 25-31 days, based on role and service Flexible working options (role-dependent) Family-friendly policies - Maternity, Paternity, Adoption, Shared/Unpaid Parental Leave, Time off for Dependents Training and development, including coaching and mentoring Health and wellbeing support - Employee Assistance Programme, Menopause Pledge, Mental Health First Aiders and access to a variety of staff networks Veteran-friendly employer with the Armed Forces Covenant Retail discounts and savings through the Southampton City Council benefits platform Discounted memberships at local sports and fitness centres Sustainable travel benefits - low emission car scheme, cycle to work, season ticket loans Employee volunteering scheme with 2 paid days leave to volunteer For further information on our benefits package, please visit: Employee benefits (southampton.gov.uk) . click apply for full job details
Apr 30, 2026
Full time
Head of Housing Works We're looking for a proven leader to join Southampton City Council as the Head of Housing Works. This is a rare opportunity to lead a large and fast-paced in-house direct labour organisation (DLO) - Southampton's preferred and much prized delivery partner for maintaining and improving over 16,000 homes - while driving a shift to a more modern, performance-driven service that underpins the whole Housing system. You'll play a pivotal role in turning day-to-day delivery into a reliable, high-quality service for tenants, while acting as an intelligent supplier to Housing as it moves from recovery and reactive operations towards a more proactive, customer-centred landlord that delivers consistently strong services. About the team We're part of the Council's Residents' Services Directorate, which brings together housing, customer services and community support around a shared purpose: to make sure every resident has access to a safe, affordable and sustainable home, and to strengthen the communities that make Southampton a city of opportunity. Housing Works plays a critical delivery role within Housing's commissioning model - delivering repairs, maintenance, compliance, planned works and estates services across the city's housing stock. Through a large in-house workforce and supply chain, the service is responsible for ensuring homes are safe, well-maintained and available to meet demand. Working closely with colleagues across Housing and related services including Homelessness, Housing Works translates priorities, standards and investment decisions into effective delivery. It ensures that work is well planned, resources are used effectively and services are delivered consistently across the city - forming a key part of a joined-up housing system focused on better outcomes for tenants. This is a newly designed structure, and you will be joining at the point where it moves from design into delivery - shaping how Housing Works operates in practice and establishing the standards, culture and performance needed for short, medium and long-term improvement. About the role In August 2024, the Regulator for Social Housing identified serious failings in how we met the consumer standards. That judgement has been a turning point - and we're now using it to drive lasting improvements for tenants, residents and communities. Our intention is to rebuild confidence and deliver real, sustained change that improves the quality of homes and the lives of people who live in them - building on the progress we have already made over the last twelve months. As Head of Housing Works, you'll be a key member of the Housing Directorate Senior Leadership Team (SLT). Together, the SLT is responsible for ensuring Housing operates as part of a coherent system - owning delivery of Housing's overall purpose and making sure services operate in a joined-up, effective way. Within that, you will lead a large and complex delivery service responsible for repairs, maintenance, compliance, planned works and estates services across the city's housing stock and neighbourhoods. You will ensure services are safe, compliant and deliver value for money, giving tenants, the Council and the Regulator confidence that that Housing is under control and improving. You'll provide clear operational leadership across a large workforce and supply chain - setting priorities in line with commissions from your clients, establishing strong performance expectations and ensuring that work is outcome-focussed, well planned, delivered consistently and to customer expectations. You'll also lead the modernisation of Housing Works - improving productivity, strengthening planning and scheduling, and embedding better use of data and systems. With new core systems being introduced to support mobile working and scheduling, you will build on these foundations to establish more consistent, efficient and modern ways of working, and to drive better value from both the in-house workforce and the wider supply chain. You'll work closely with colleagues across Housing to act as an intelligent supplier - translating priorities, standards and investment decisions into effective delivery. This means shaping Housing Works as a high-performing, commercially aware delivery partner that makes the best use of its own capacity and external suppliers, delivers strong value for money, and feels fully part of a joined-up Housing team. You'll balance day-to-day operational grip with longer-term improvement, ensuring Housing Works supports the wider system to achieve better outcomes for tenants. Success will depend on working with others across Housing, the wider Council and partners. Together with the other Heads of Service, you'll help make Housing operate well as a coherent system that connects commissioning with delivery - maintaining performance today while driving sustained improvement over time. Everything you do will contribute to Southampton's vision to be a city of opportunity where everyone thrives through more equal, healthier, safer, growing and greener communities. Key responsibilities include: Lead a large in-house workforce and supply chain (over 400 staff and c.£33m p.a. spend) to deliver repairs, maintenance, compliance and planned works - ensuring services are safe, reliable, deliver value for money and meet regulatory requirements. Set clear priorities and performance expectations for staff - ensuring work is well planned, delivered consistently and right first time, where possible. Drive improvements in productivity, planning, scheduling and use of resources - reducing waste and improving outcomes for tenants. Act as an intelligent supplier to Housing - translating priorities, standards and investment decisions into effective delivery, and shaping demand and outcomes with commissioning colleagues. Develop Housing Works as a high-performing, commercially aware and modern delivery partner - making effective use of in-house capacity and external suppliers to deliver strong value for money. Lead and embed change across Housing Works - increasing flexibility and adaptability in how the service operates as part of Housing's new commissioning model, so it can respond to changing demand, new ways of working and wider local government reorganisation. Build strong leadership and management capability across Housing Works - developing depth, resilience and clear accountability at every level, so the service performs consistently without over-reliance on central control. About you: We're looking for an experienced and credible operational leader who can run a large, complex delivery service while driving sustained improvement in performance, value and customer outcomes. You will need: Degree-level education and/or a relevant professional or leadership qualification, or equivalent senior leadership experience in a complex operational environment. Significant experience leading large-scale operational services, ideally within housing, property, construction or a comparable environment - with accountability for delivery, performance and budgets. Strong commercial and financial awareness, with experience managing supply chains, improving productivity and delivering value for money across in-house and external delivery models. A track record of driving service improvement and change - strengthening planning, performance management and ways of working to deliver more consistent, reliable outcomes. The ability to lead through others - building strong leadership and management capability, creating clear accountability and enabling teams to perform without over-reliance on central control. Strong communication and influencing skills, with the ability to work effectively across organisational boundaries and build trusted relationships with colleagues, partners and stakeholders. Join us in delivering essential services and building a sustainable Southampton for all. For further information about this role, please view the job description. What we can offer you: Salary: The salary band for this role is £83,643 - £91,823. The starting salary is £83,643 with annual progression through the salary bands. Here at SCC we have a range of different benefits, a few examples can be found below. Excellent local government pension with 16.8% employer contribution Death in service benefit of x3 salary, and optional salary sacrifice shared cost AVC (additional voluntary contribution) Generous holiday 25-31 days, based on role and service Flexible working options (role-dependent) Family-friendly policies - Maternity, Paternity, Adoption, Shared/Unpaid Parental Leave, Time off for Dependents Training and development, including coaching and mentoring Health and wellbeing support - Employee Assistance Programme, Menopause Pledge, Mental Health First Aiders and access to a variety of staff networks Veteran-friendly employer with the Armed Forces Covenant Retail discounts and savings through the Southampton City Council benefits platform Discounted memberships at local sports and fitness centres Sustainable travel benefits - low emission car scheme, cycle to work, season ticket loans Employee volunteering scheme with 2 paid days leave to volunteer For further information on our benefits package, please visit: Employee benefits (southampton.gov.uk) . click apply for full job details
Store Manager Cambridge up to 38,000 + Bonus Zachary Daniels is exclusively working with an exquisite Store in the heart of Cambridge . This rare opportunity is one not to be missed, they are looking for a dynamic, client focused Store Manager to head up the stunning location where you will be at the sharp end of our client's retail portfolio. The ideal candidate will ideally have a strong fashion or accessory background, excellent commercial focus and is used to managing a larger team. Roles and Responsibilities as a Store Manager As the Store Manager of the high-profile flagship, you will be part of the senior area leadership team and will work on a series national and local events and meetings. You will nurture the client experience to the highest levels and work closely with the team to help drive sales, build lasting loyalty to the Brand. Manage and motivate the team to consistently achieve or exceed monthly, quarterly and annual store sales plan. Drive client development activities among individual team members to cultivate new and existing clients. Operationally, you will manage efficient back of house team and ensure consistency with established operational procedures. Identify and execute efficiencies and best practices. Ensure compliance with all internal control procedures. Other Store Manager Duties Include : Collaborate with the marketing team to develop and implement marketing initiatives to drive traffic to the store and increase sales. Analyse sales data and market trends to identify opportunities for growth and improvement. Maintain a strong understanding of the retail fashion market, including trends, competitors, and customer preferences. For this exciting opportunity we are willing to offer a highly competitive salary as well as bonus and other key benefits. Proven experience in retail management We will consider applications from Area Managers or Regional Managers who want to focus on a single store opportunity Proven track record of achieving sales targets and managing a high-performing team. Strong leadership and management skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire others. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with customers and team members. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze sales data and market trends to identify opportunities for growth and improvement. Zachary Daniels is a Niche, National & International Recruitment Consultancy. Specialising in Buying, Merchandising & Ecommerce Design, Technical, Wholesale & Production Finance HR & Talent H&S & Compliance Marketing, Digital & Technology Property & Centre Management Retail, Trade, Leisure & Wholesale Operations Senior Appointments & Exec Sales Supply Chain & Logistics NOTE - All emails from will be sent from the following & we will never contact you via WhatsApp without calling you prior nor would we ever ask for any financial information BH35828
Apr 30, 2026
Full time
Store Manager Cambridge up to 38,000 + Bonus Zachary Daniels is exclusively working with an exquisite Store in the heart of Cambridge . This rare opportunity is one not to be missed, they are looking for a dynamic, client focused Store Manager to head up the stunning location where you will be at the sharp end of our client's retail portfolio. The ideal candidate will ideally have a strong fashion or accessory background, excellent commercial focus and is used to managing a larger team. Roles and Responsibilities as a Store Manager As the Store Manager of the high-profile flagship, you will be part of the senior area leadership team and will work on a series national and local events and meetings. You will nurture the client experience to the highest levels and work closely with the team to help drive sales, build lasting loyalty to the Brand. Manage and motivate the team to consistently achieve or exceed monthly, quarterly and annual store sales plan. Drive client development activities among individual team members to cultivate new and existing clients. Operationally, you will manage efficient back of house team and ensure consistency with established operational procedures. Identify and execute efficiencies and best practices. Ensure compliance with all internal control procedures. Other Store Manager Duties Include : Collaborate with the marketing team to develop and implement marketing initiatives to drive traffic to the store and increase sales. Analyse sales data and market trends to identify opportunities for growth and improvement. Maintain a strong understanding of the retail fashion market, including trends, competitors, and customer preferences. For this exciting opportunity we are willing to offer a highly competitive salary as well as bonus and other key benefits. Proven experience in retail management We will consider applications from Area Managers or Regional Managers who want to focus on a single store opportunity Proven track record of achieving sales targets and managing a high-performing team. Strong leadership and management skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire others. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with customers and team members. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze sales data and market trends to identify opportunities for growth and improvement. Zachary Daniels is a Niche, National & International Recruitment Consultancy. Specialising in Buying, Merchandising & Ecommerce Design, Technical, Wholesale & Production Finance HR & Talent H&S & Compliance Marketing, Digital & Technology Property & Centre Management Retail, Trade, Leisure & Wholesale Operations Senior Appointments & Exec Sales Supply Chain & Logistics NOTE - All emails from will be sent from the following & we will never contact you via WhatsApp without calling you prior nor would we ever ask for any financial information BH35828
Please, note this role is a 8 hours contract and weekend availability may be required. WHO WE ARE White Stuff was established in 1985 through a simple idea. This idea grew and now we have shops and concessions in the UK and internationally, selling women's and men's clothing as well as beautiful accessories and homeware. Our original prints (all designed in house), intricate details and considered design touches reflect our personality and make us subtly distinctive. Our people are at the heart of our brand, constantly moving and driving us forward. We're sociable, talented and like minded and we're not hierarchical or political in how we do business. We encourage entrepreneurial ideas and accountability at all levels. WHO YOU ARE You'll be passionate about Retail and Fashion. You will have the determination to go the extra mile and provide the best customer experience. You will thrive in a team environment, and you will inspire others with your passion and support. PRIMARY OBJECTIVE OF THE JOB Ensure we are the best on the high street for delivering an amazing customer experience. WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING You'll report to the Shop Manager and sit within our Retail team. Customer Experience Meeting the A.C.E pillars (Be Friendly, Be Inspiring and Be Invaluable) throughout the Customer Journey. Holding an understanding of shop KPIs and working to continuously improve them. Promoting multichannel shopping by using the mobile point of sale system (mPOS) to show customers the products available across our channels and creating endless aisle orders. Engaging customers with our brand by signing customers up to email newsletters, tagging their purchases to their profile, and sending e-receipts in line with data protection regulations. Using knowledge of promotions or discounts available to inform our customers and increase sales. Assisting in events including Customer Event and preview evenings. Product Presentation and Visual Standards Maintaining high visual standards instore. Supporting with floor moves, mannequin and window displays, and replenishment. Understanding the features (fits, style, fabrics) of our product ranges and explaining these to our customers to support their buying decisions. Shop Operations Processing deliveries efficiently and ensuring that on the shop floor products are replenished and always available for customers Supporting in stock management processes such as stocktakes. Using company resources such as the White Stuff website, Looking White Stuff, the Tea Room, email communications, window guidelines and brand posts to engage with our customer and ensure compliance with daily/weekly actions. Being a team player and playing an active role in team briefs. Understanding and complying with the Health & Safety and emergency procedures in store. Having a professional approach to our internal customers, head office departments, centre management (where applicable) and any other visitors. Efficient and accurately fulfilling ship from store and Click + Collect processes. Doing Good Stuff Holding an awareness of our charity partner and the positive impact this has including supporting any events or charity promotions. Understanding our approach to ethical sourcing and environmental impact to be able to explain this to our customers and the team. Benefits As a Customer Host at White Stuff you will be entitled to an array of great benefits, some of which include: Quarterly bonus opportunity Up to 25 days holiday per annum plus bank holidays 2 days paid (as per your contracted hours) per year to volunteer in the local community 50% product discount Annual uniform allowance BUPA Dental Insurance Healthcare cash plan and Life Assurance Interest free season ticket loan Pension Contribution We are committed to creating an environment where we can all be proud to work and be ourselves. Part of this commitment is being an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, and age.
Apr 30, 2026
Full time
Please, note this role is a 8 hours contract and weekend availability may be required. WHO WE ARE White Stuff was established in 1985 through a simple idea. This idea grew and now we have shops and concessions in the UK and internationally, selling women's and men's clothing as well as beautiful accessories and homeware. Our original prints (all designed in house), intricate details and considered design touches reflect our personality and make us subtly distinctive. Our people are at the heart of our brand, constantly moving and driving us forward. We're sociable, talented and like minded and we're not hierarchical or political in how we do business. We encourage entrepreneurial ideas and accountability at all levels. WHO YOU ARE You'll be passionate about Retail and Fashion. You will have the determination to go the extra mile and provide the best customer experience. You will thrive in a team environment, and you will inspire others with your passion and support. PRIMARY OBJECTIVE OF THE JOB Ensure we are the best on the high street for delivering an amazing customer experience. WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING You'll report to the Shop Manager and sit within our Retail team. Customer Experience Meeting the A.C.E pillars (Be Friendly, Be Inspiring and Be Invaluable) throughout the Customer Journey. Holding an understanding of shop KPIs and working to continuously improve them. Promoting multichannel shopping by using the mobile point of sale system (mPOS) to show customers the products available across our channels and creating endless aisle orders. Engaging customers with our brand by signing customers up to email newsletters, tagging their purchases to their profile, and sending e-receipts in line with data protection regulations. Using knowledge of promotions or discounts available to inform our customers and increase sales. Assisting in events including Customer Event and preview evenings. Product Presentation and Visual Standards Maintaining high visual standards instore. Supporting with floor moves, mannequin and window displays, and replenishment. Understanding the features (fits, style, fabrics) of our product ranges and explaining these to our customers to support their buying decisions. Shop Operations Processing deliveries efficiently and ensuring that on the shop floor products are replenished and always available for customers Supporting in stock management processes such as stocktakes. Using company resources such as the White Stuff website, Looking White Stuff, the Tea Room, email communications, window guidelines and brand posts to engage with our customer and ensure compliance with daily/weekly actions. Being a team player and playing an active role in team briefs. Understanding and complying with the Health & Safety and emergency procedures in store. Having a professional approach to our internal customers, head office departments, centre management (where applicable) and any other visitors. Efficient and accurately fulfilling ship from store and Click + Collect processes. Doing Good Stuff Holding an awareness of our charity partner and the positive impact this has including supporting any events or charity promotions. Understanding our approach to ethical sourcing and environmental impact to be able to explain this to our customers and the team. Benefits As a Customer Host at White Stuff you will be entitled to an array of great benefits, some of which include: Quarterly bonus opportunity Up to 25 days holiday per annum plus bank holidays 2 days paid (as per your contracted hours) per year to volunteer in the local community 50% product discount Annual uniform allowance BUPA Dental Insurance Healthcare cash plan and Life Assurance Interest free season ticket loan Pension Contribution We are committed to creating an environment where we can all be proud to work and be ourselves. Part of this commitment is being an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, and age.
Hamilton Barnes Associates Limited
Manchester, Lancashire
Looking to take your career from engineering or project management into a strategic leadership role on high-value infrastructure builds? Join a respected engineering and construction specialist known for delivering technically complex M&A solutions and critical projects across multiple sectors. The Manchester-based team is seeking a process-driven Pre construction Manager to lead the technical bid stage for major data centre developments, shaping project strategy and ensuring exceptional delivery standards. This role offers the chance to step into a senior management position within a high performing environment that values craftsmanship, collaboration, and professional growth while contributing to meaningful infrastructure outcomes. Ready to lead major projects and make a lasting impact on the UK's built environment? Apply now. Key Responsibilities Lead technical input during the bid stage to ensure project deliverables align with client specs and company capabilities. Chair client workshops and meetings to present technical solutions and manage the flow of information, including RFIs and TQs. Oversee design team meetings to coordinate multi discipline services and mitigate risks at the earliest opportunity. Manage design and estimating resources to ensure all technical and pricing deadlines are met for director sign off. Coordinate the detailed technical and commercial handover to the delivery team and support site based queries. Requirements 5+ years of experience off the tools managing projects or construction within Building Services (No domestic). Degree or HNC in Building Services, Construction, or M&A engineering. Strong electrical background with the ability to read and interpret complex schematics. Process driven mindset with high proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook). Willingness to work from the Manchester/Chadderton office daily to collaborate with the team. Experience in critical infrastructure, LV/HV, or cooling projects is highly desirable. Benefits Rapid Career Progression: The current Head of Projects rose from PM to lead in just 4 years; the pathway to management here is clear and supported. Elite Project Portfolio: You will be the technical heartbeat of massive £40m data centre and critical infrastructure builds. Collaborative Culture: Work in a tight knit, get the job done environment where you actually bounce ideas off peers in the Chadderton office. Investment in You: The company fully funds management and mechanical/electrical courses to help you bridge any skill gaps. £5k Car Allowance Salary £55,000 - £65,000
Apr 30, 2026
Full time
Looking to take your career from engineering or project management into a strategic leadership role on high-value infrastructure builds? Join a respected engineering and construction specialist known for delivering technically complex M&A solutions and critical projects across multiple sectors. The Manchester-based team is seeking a process-driven Pre construction Manager to lead the technical bid stage for major data centre developments, shaping project strategy and ensuring exceptional delivery standards. This role offers the chance to step into a senior management position within a high performing environment that values craftsmanship, collaboration, and professional growth while contributing to meaningful infrastructure outcomes. Ready to lead major projects and make a lasting impact on the UK's built environment? Apply now. Key Responsibilities Lead technical input during the bid stage to ensure project deliverables align with client specs and company capabilities. Chair client workshops and meetings to present technical solutions and manage the flow of information, including RFIs and TQs. Oversee design team meetings to coordinate multi discipline services and mitigate risks at the earliest opportunity. Manage design and estimating resources to ensure all technical and pricing deadlines are met for director sign off. Coordinate the detailed technical and commercial handover to the delivery team and support site based queries. Requirements 5+ years of experience off the tools managing projects or construction within Building Services (No domestic). Degree or HNC in Building Services, Construction, or M&A engineering. Strong electrical background with the ability to read and interpret complex schematics. Process driven mindset with high proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook). Willingness to work from the Manchester/Chadderton office daily to collaborate with the team. Experience in critical infrastructure, LV/HV, or cooling projects is highly desirable. Benefits Rapid Career Progression: The current Head of Projects rose from PM to lead in just 4 years; the pathway to management here is clear and supported. Elite Project Portfolio: You will be the technical heartbeat of massive £40m data centre and critical infrastructure builds. Collaborative Culture: Work in a tight knit, get the job done environment where you actually bounce ideas off peers in the Chadderton office. Investment in You: The company fully funds management and mechanical/electrical courses to help you bridge any skill gaps. £5k Car Allowance Salary £55,000 - £65,000
Head of Sales Your new company Hays are seeking an experienced and driven Head of Sales to lead, manage, and motivate our clients' Manchester city centre-based sales function within a professional services environment. This is a senior leadership role responsible for driving revenue growth, developing high-performing sales teams, and owning the full client and customer journey from initial engagement through to long-term relationship management.The successful candidate will be hands-on, process-driven, highly client-facing, and passionate about building both people and scalable sales operations.This is a fully office based role in Manchester city Manchester. Your new role Key Responsibilities Lead, coach, and motivate the sales team to consistently achieve and exceed targets Set clear sales strategy, objectives, and performance metrics aligned to business goals Take ownership of the end-to-end client and customer journey, with previous experience from lead qualification through onboarding, delivery handover, and ongoing account growth. Act as a senior client-facing leader, strengthening relationships with key clients and stakeholders Design, implement, and continuously improve structured sales processes and pipelines Ensure sales activity is well-documented, data-driven, and CRM-led Collaborate closely with marketing, delivery, and leadership teams to ensure a seamless customer experience. Identify new business opportunities, upselling and cross-selling potential within existing accounts Provide accurate sales forecasting, reporting, and insights to senior leadership What you'll need to succeed You will be a commercially astute sales leader with a strong background in professional services and a proven track record of managing successful sales teams.Essential experience and skills: Significant experience in sales within a professional services environment Demonstrated success in leading, managing, and motivating sales teams A background as a hands-on sales professional, not solely a people manager Extensive client and customer-facing experience at a senior level Proven ownership of the full end-to-end client journey Strongly process-driven, with experience building and embedding sales frameworks Comfortable using CRM systems, sales reporting, and data to drive decisions Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills What you'll get in return A senior leadership role with real influence over commercial strategy Competitive salary of £50,000 and performance-related bonus Excellent culture and Manchester city centre offices. Opportunity to shape and grow a high-performing sales function What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. #
Apr 30, 2026
Full time
Head of Sales Your new company Hays are seeking an experienced and driven Head of Sales to lead, manage, and motivate our clients' Manchester city centre-based sales function within a professional services environment. This is a senior leadership role responsible for driving revenue growth, developing high-performing sales teams, and owning the full client and customer journey from initial engagement through to long-term relationship management.The successful candidate will be hands-on, process-driven, highly client-facing, and passionate about building both people and scalable sales operations.This is a fully office based role in Manchester city Manchester. Your new role Key Responsibilities Lead, coach, and motivate the sales team to consistently achieve and exceed targets Set clear sales strategy, objectives, and performance metrics aligned to business goals Take ownership of the end-to-end client and customer journey, with previous experience from lead qualification through onboarding, delivery handover, and ongoing account growth. Act as a senior client-facing leader, strengthening relationships with key clients and stakeholders Design, implement, and continuously improve structured sales processes and pipelines Ensure sales activity is well-documented, data-driven, and CRM-led Collaborate closely with marketing, delivery, and leadership teams to ensure a seamless customer experience. Identify new business opportunities, upselling and cross-selling potential within existing accounts Provide accurate sales forecasting, reporting, and insights to senior leadership What you'll need to succeed You will be a commercially astute sales leader with a strong background in professional services and a proven track record of managing successful sales teams.Essential experience and skills: Significant experience in sales within a professional services environment Demonstrated success in leading, managing, and motivating sales teams A background as a hands-on sales professional, not solely a people manager Extensive client and customer-facing experience at a senior level Proven ownership of the full end-to-end client journey Strongly process-driven, with experience building and embedding sales frameworks Comfortable using CRM systems, sales reporting, and data to drive decisions Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills What you'll get in return A senior leadership role with real influence over commercial strategy Competitive salary of £50,000 and performance-related bonus Excellent culture and Manchester city centre offices. Opportunity to shape and grow a high-performing sales function What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. #
We re looking for an exceptional Head of Customer Resolution to provide strategic leadership, performance oversight and operational excellence across Peabody s regional resolution services. This is a highly influential senior role, responsible for ensuring that resident concerns, complaints, Member enquiries and executive correspondence are resolved fairly, consistently and in full alignment with statutory and regulatory obligations. Operating at the centre of regional service delivery, you ll be a visible and authoritative leader, shaping how we handle cases, manage risk, and drive system-wide improvements. Working closely with Managing Directors, Assistant Directors and senior stakeholders, you ll ensure that resolution activity not only meets demand but actively improves the resident experience, reduces repeat contact and strengthens organisational trust. This is a pivotal opportunity to lead one of the organisation s most high-impact service areas, shaping how Peabody responds to residents and embeds learning that improves outcomes across our communities. What You ll Lead End-to-end leadership of regional resolution services, ensuring clarity of expectations, high-quality delivery and strong operational grip. Consistent, fair and high-quality handling of complaints, Member enquiries, MP/Councillor enquiries and executive correspondence. Design and implementation of a resilient operating model aligned to fluctuating demand. Close collaboration with MDs and ADs to drive improved resident outcomes. Act as a trusted advisor on resolution performance, reputational risk and emerging trends. Use casework and complaint insight to shape regional and organisational service strategies. Ensure full compliance with the Housing Ombudsman Complaint Handling Code. Provide governance, assurance and oversight across all regional resolution activity. Identify risks, patterns and improvements to reduce repeat complaints and failure demand. Embed lessons from complaints, Ombudsman decisions and Member feedback into operational delivery. Partner with insight functions to translate casework data into improvement activity. Drive a culture of accountability, performance and resident-focused service excellence. What You ll Need Significant senior leadership experience in complaints, customer resolution or casework services at scale. Proven success leading managers and geographically dispersed teams. Strong regulatory and governance understanding, particularly around complaints and Ombudsman frameworks. Experience managing high-risk, high-profile or politically sensitive cases. Excellent judgement, decision-making and stakeholder management skills. High level of data literacy, with the ability to use insight to drive action. Exceptional written and verbal communication skills. Why Join Us? At Peabody, our values guide everything we do Be Kind, Do the Right Thing, Love New Ideas, Celebrate Diversity, Keep Our Promises, and Pull Together. You ll be joining a mission-driven organisation committed to continually improving resident trust, satisfaction and outcomes. What We Offer 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays Two paid volunteering days each year Flexible benefits scheme, including family-friendly options and access to a discount portal 4x salary life assurance Up to 10% pension contribution Please Read Before Applying Peabody does not provide sponsorship as a licensed UK employer. Closing date: 27 April 2026 Interview Dates: Interviews will take place on 13th May via Teams and a second stage, if successful on 20th May. The 2 second stage will be held face to face at Westminster Bridge Road.
Apr 30, 2026
Full time
We re looking for an exceptional Head of Customer Resolution to provide strategic leadership, performance oversight and operational excellence across Peabody s regional resolution services. This is a highly influential senior role, responsible for ensuring that resident concerns, complaints, Member enquiries and executive correspondence are resolved fairly, consistently and in full alignment with statutory and regulatory obligations. Operating at the centre of regional service delivery, you ll be a visible and authoritative leader, shaping how we handle cases, manage risk, and drive system-wide improvements. Working closely with Managing Directors, Assistant Directors and senior stakeholders, you ll ensure that resolution activity not only meets demand but actively improves the resident experience, reduces repeat contact and strengthens organisational trust. This is a pivotal opportunity to lead one of the organisation s most high-impact service areas, shaping how Peabody responds to residents and embeds learning that improves outcomes across our communities. What You ll Lead End-to-end leadership of regional resolution services, ensuring clarity of expectations, high-quality delivery and strong operational grip. Consistent, fair and high-quality handling of complaints, Member enquiries, MP/Councillor enquiries and executive correspondence. Design and implementation of a resilient operating model aligned to fluctuating demand. Close collaboration with MDs and ADs to drive improved resident outcomes. Act as a trusted advisor on resolution performance, reputational risk and emerging trends. Use casework and complaint insight to shape regional and organisational service strategies. Ensure full compliance with the Housing Ombudsman Complaint Handling Code. Provide governance, assurance and oversight across all regional resolution activity. Identify risks, patterns and improvements to reduce repeat complaints and failure demand. Embed lessons from complaints, Ombudsman decisions and Member feedback into operational delivery. Partner with insight functions to translate casework data into improvement activity. Drive a culture of accountability, performance and resident-focused service excellence. What You ll Need Significant senior leadership experience in complaints, customer resolution or casework services at scale. Proven success leading managers and geographically dispersed teams. Strong regulatory and governance understanding, particularly around complaints and Ombudsman frameworks. Experience managing high-risk, high-profile or politically sensitive cases. Excellent judgement, decision-making and stakeholder management skills. High level of data literacy, with the ability to use insight to drive action. Exceptional written and verbal communication skills. Why Join Us? At Peabody, our values guide everything we do Be Kind, Do the Right Thing, Love New Ideas, Celebrate Diversity, Keep Our Promises, and Pull Together. You ll be joining a mission-driven organisation committed to continually improving resident trust, satisfaction and outcomes. What We Offer 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays Two paid volunteering days each year Flexible benefits scheme, including family-friendly options and access to a discount portal 4x salary life assurance Up to 10% pension contribution Please Read Before Applying Peabody does not provide sponsorship as a licensed UK employer. Closing date: 27 April 2026 Interview Dates: Interviews will take place on 13th May via Teams and a second stage, if successful on 20th May. The 2 second stage will be held face to face at Westminster Bridge Road.
LTM Recruitment Specialists Ltd
Gateshead, Tyne And Wear
My client is an Electrical Engineering specialist in the HV sector, covering various areas such as: Substations, Power stations, Wind farm, Power generation, Data centres, switchgear, demolition etc. With a reputation for quality and excellence, they are looking for an Electrical design candidate to join our design team to support the Electrical Design Department. Key Responsibilities Block diagrams and specifying detailed Relay/Protection panel designs. Prepare detailed electrical wiring schematics, single-line diagrams, and interconnection drawings in line with engineering specifications. Develop electrical panel layout drawings, including component placement, terminal schedules, and cable routing. Update and revise drawings to reflect engineering changes, design updates, and production feedback. Maintain drawing registers, document control systems, and revision histories in accordance with company standards. Ensure all drawings comply with relevant electrical standards, regulations, and internal quality requirements. Liaise with manufacturing and procurement teams to clarify technical details and resolve drawing-related queries. Assist with the preparation of Bills of Materials (BOMs) related to electrical panels and wiring assemblies. Support the standardisation of drawing templates and drafting procedures. Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the engineering department. Qualifications & Experience Level 4 certification in Electrical Engineering, Drafting, or a related technical discipline. Minimum 5 years experience in electrical drafting within manufacturing, industrial, or heavy engineering environments. Proficiency in electrical CAD software such as AutoCAD Electrical or similar platforms. Strong ability to interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and panel design documentation. Good understanding of electrical standards and regulations relevant to industrial systems. Experience in electrical panel design and wiring documentation is essential. Key Skills Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in technical drawings Strong organisational and time management skills Ability to collaborate effectively with engineers, production teams, and suppliers Proactive problem-solving approach Commitment to quality, safety, and compliance standards Clear written and verbal communication skill Proficient in AutoCAD, preparing your own drawings as required. Assist the wider electrical design team to prepare and submit contestable designs up to 132kV Be able to interpret electrical design drawings Good communication skills and ability to Multitask
Apr 30, 2026
Full time
My client is an Electrical Engineering specialist in the HV sector, covering various areas such as: Substations, Power stations, Wind farm, Power generation, Data centres, switchgear, demolition etc. With a reputation for quality and excellence, they are looking for an Electrical design candidate to join our design team to support the Electrical Design Department. Key Responsibilities Block diagrams and specifying detailed Relay/Protection panel designs. Prepare detailed electrical wiring schematics, single-line diagrams, and interconnection drawings in line with engineering specifications. Develop electrical panel layout drawings, including component placement, terminal schedules, and cable routing. Update and revise drawings to reflect engineering changes, design updates, and production feedback. Maintain drawing registers, document control systems, and revision histories in accordance with company standards. Ensure all drawings comply with relevant electrical standards, regulations, and internal quality requirements. Liaise with manufacturing and procurement teams to clarify technical details and resolve drawing-related queries. Assist with the preparation of Bills of Materials (BOMs) related to electrical panels and wiring assemblies. Support the standardisation of drawing templates and drafting procedures. Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the engineering department. Qualifications & Experience Level 4 certification in Electrical Engineering, Drafting, or a related technical discipline. Minimum 5 years experience in electrical drafting within manufacturing, industrial, or heavy engineering environments. Proficiency in electrical CAD software such as AutoCAD Electrical or similar platforms. Strong ability to interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and panel design documentation. Good understanding of electrical standards and regulations relevant to industrial systems. Experience in electrical panel design and wiring documentation is essential. Key Skills Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in technical drawings Strong organisational and time management skills Ability to collaborate effectively with engineers, production teams, and suppliers Proactive problem-solving approach Commitment to quality, safety, and compliance standards Clear written and verbal communication skill Proficient in AutoCAD, preparing your own drawings as required. Assist the wider electrical design team to prepare and submit contestable designs up to 132kV Be able to interpret electrical design drawings Good communication skills and ability to Multitask
Senior Network Hosting Architect - freelance - hybrid, London, UK Contract Comgent United Kingdom Posted On 04/18/2026 Job Information Standard Business working Hours Yes Work Experience 8-10 City London State/Province City of London N/A Special Considerations We are committed to building an inclusive workplace and encourage applications from women and other under-represented groups in tech. All qualified candidates are welcome. Start date: May/ June 2026 Location: London, UK (Hybrid - minimum 2 days per week in office) Job Description Reports to Head of Data Centre and Network Services. A highly skilled Senior Network Hosting Architect with extensive experience designing, delivering, and optimising large-scale enterprise, internet-facing, cloud, and market-data-driven hosting environments. This role is accountable for shaping end-to-end hosting network architectures supporting internal enterprise workloads, external internet services, regulated payment platforms, and real time market data distribution, ensuring resilience, security, scalability, and operational excellence in performance critical and regulated environments. deep expertise across traditional networking, multi cloud connectivity, low latency market data platforms, payment systems, and SaaS integrated infrastructure. strong architectural leadership, stakeholder engagement, and structured delivery capabilities are essential, with the ability to influence both technical teams and senior business leadership. The ideal candidate is proactive, able to be detail orientated when required, and comfortable operating in regulated environments. Requirements Hosting Network Architecture & Strategy Lead the architecture of secure, scalable, and resilient network hosting platforms across: On premise data centres and colocation Hybrid and multi cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP/GSP, Oracle Cloud) SaaS integrated services (e.g. Microsoft 365, infrastructure SaaS platforms) Define hosting strategies supporting market data platforms, payment systems, enterprise applications, and customer facing internet services. Develop multi year network hosting roadmaps aligned to business growth, regulatory expectations, and technology evolution. Technical Governance & Engineering Leadership Act as the senior technical authority for complex hosting, connectivity, and L2-L7 network challenges across enterprise, internet, and SaaS integrated environments. Own architectural governance for market data, payment platform, and cloud hosting designs, ensuring compliance with internal standards and external regulation. Provide design assurance for secure inbound/outbound internet connectivity, DDoS protected architectures, and Zero Trust access models. Cloud, SaaS & Internet Connectivity Architect and operate cloud networking across: AWS, Azure, Google Cloud / GSP, and Oracle Cloud Hybrid connectivity using ExpressRoute, Direct Connect, Partner Interconnect, and equivalent services Design resilient connectivity models for Microsoft 365 and key infrastructure SaaS services, including identity aware routing, secure egress, and performance optimisation. Define internet hosting patterns covering DMZs, ingress/egress, load balancing, DNS, CDN integration, and secure access. Market Data & Low Latency Platforms Architect, optimise, and support market data hosting environments including: Bloomberg, Reuters, and other exchange / data vendor platforms Low latency multicast and unicast distribution Cross connects within colocation and exchange venues Design deterministic, high availability network paths for latency sensitive trading and analytics workloads. Partner with vendors and internal platform teams to ensure performance, resilience, and change control for market data services. Payment Systems & Regulated Hosting Design hosting network architectures for payment systems and transactional platforms, ensuring: High availability and fault tolerance Secure segmentation and encryption Compliance with financial and regulatory requirements Support connectivity to payment gateways, clearing systems, and third party providers, including resilience testing and failure scenarios. Project & Transformation Delivery Lead major hosting and network transformation initiatives, including: Data centre and ACI modernisation Cloud and SaaS adoption Internet hosting and perimeter redesign Market data and payment platform migrations Drive structured planning, risk management, stakeholder coordination, and controlled delivery. Operations Excellence & Automation Champion continuous optimisation across performance, capacity, routing efficiency, internet ingress/egress, and cloud cost efficiency. Lead resolution of high severity incidents across enterprise, market data, payment, and internet facing platforms. Implement automation, observability, and tooling using Infrastructure as Code and API driven platforms. Act as the technical interface with: SaaS providers (e.g. Microsoft 365) Telcos, ISPs, exchanges, and market data vendors (Bloomberg, Reuters) Review and influence technical solutions, SLAs, contracts, and support models. Provide clear architectural updates and risk assessments to senior stakeholders. Security, Resilience & Compliance Embed Zero Trust, segmentation, encryption, and secure connectivity across hosting platforms. Ensure internet facing, cloud, market data, and payment environments meet regulatory, audit, and operational resilience standards. Maintain high quality architecture artefacts, runbooks, and audit evidence. Qualifications, Skills, and Experience 8-12+ years in network engineering and hosting architecture, with senior or lead responsibility. Deep knowledge across L2-L7 enterprise, internet, and cloud networking. Payment systems and regulated transactional environments. Internet facing services and SaaS integration. Proven multi cloud expertise across AWS, Azure, GCP/GSP, and Oracle Cloud. Experience supporting Microsoft 365 and infrastructure SaaS connectivity models. Advanced routing (BGP, OSPF), low latency design, multicast, and high availability patterns. Comfortable operating in regulated financial services environments with audit ready practices. Architectural rigor: ensures all designs follow structured governance, secure patterns, and best practice frameworks. Cross Team influence: communicates technical concepts clearly to cybersecurity, infrastructure, and business stakeholders. Operational excellence: drives stability, repeatability, and continuous improvement in security operations. Innovation & forward thinking: identifies emerging threats, technologies, and solutions relevant to enterprise environments.
Apr 30, 2026
Full time
Senior Network Hosting Architect - freelance - hybrid, London, UK Contract Comgent United Kingdom Posted On 04/18/2026 Job Information Standard Business working Hours Yes Work Experience 8-10 City London State/Province City of London N/A Special Considerations We are committed to building an inclusive workplace and encourage applications from women and other under-represented groups in tech. All qualified candidates are welcome. Start date: May/ June 2026 Location: London, UK (Hybrid - minimum 2 days per week in office) Job Description Reports to Head of Data Centre and Network Services. A highly skilled Senior Network Hosting Architect with extensive experience designing, delivering, and optimising large-scale enterprise, internet-facing, cloud, and market-data-driven hosting environments. This role is accountable for shaping end-to-end hosting network architectures supporting internal enterprise workloads, external internet services, regulated payment platforms, and real time market data distribution, ensuring resilience, security, scalability, and operational excellence in performance critical and regulated environments. deep expertise across traditional networking, multi cloud connectivity, low latency market data platforms, payment systems, and SaaS integrated infrastructure. strong architectural leadership, stakeholder engagement, and structured delivery capabilities are essential, with the ability to influence both technical teams and senior business leadership. The ideal candidate is proactive, able to be detail orientated when required, and comfortable operating in regulated environments. Requirements Hosting Network Architecture & Strategy Lead the architecture of secure, scalable, and resilient network hosting platforms across: On premise data centres and colocation Hybrid and multi cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP/GSP, Oracle Cloud) SaaS integrated services (e.g. Microsoft 365, infrastructure SaaS platforms) Define hosting strategies supporting market data platforms, payment systems, enterprise applications, and customer facing internet services. Develop multi year network hosting roadmaps aligned to business growth, regulatory expectations, and technology evolution. Technical Governance & Engineering Leadership Act as the senior technical authority for complex hosting, connectivity, and L2-L7 network challenges across enterprise, internet, and SaaS integrated environments. Own architectural governance for market data, payment platform, and cloud hosting designs, ensuring compliance with internal standards and external regulation. Provide design assurance for secure inbound/outbound internet connectivity, DDoS protected architectures, and Zero Trust access models. Cloud, SaaS & Internet Connectivity Architect and operate cloud networking across: AWS, Azure, Google Cloud / GSP, and Oracle Cloud Hybrid connectivity using ExpressRoute, Direct Connect, Partner Interconnect, and equivalent services Design resilient connectivity models for Microsoft 365 and key infrastructure SaaS services, including identity aware routing, secure egress, and performance optimisation. Define internet hosting patterns covering DMZs, ingress/egress, load balancing, DNS, CDN integration, and secure access. Market Data & Low Latency Platforms Architect, optimise, and support market data hosting environments including: Bloomberg, Reuters, and other exchange / data vendor platforms Low latency multicast and unicast distribution Cross connects within colocation and exchange venues Design deterministic, high availability network paths for latency sensitive trading and analytics workloads. Partner with vendors and internal platform teams to ensure performance, resilience, and change control for market data services. Payment Systems & Regulated Hosting Design hosting network architectures for payment systems and transactional platforms, ensuring: High availability and fault tolerance Secure segmentation and encryption Compliance with financial and regulatory requirements Support connectivity to payment gateways, clearing systems, and third party providers, including resilience testing and failure scenarios. Project & Transformation Delivery Lead major hosting and network transformation initiatives, including: Data centre and ACI modernisation Cloud and SaaS adoption Internet hosting and perimeter redesign Market data and payment platform migrations Drive structured planning, risk management, stakeholder coordination, and controlled delivery. Operations Excellence & Automation Champion continuous optimisation across performance, capacity, routing efficiency, internet ingress/egress, and cloud cost efficiency. Lead resolution of high severity incidents across enterprise, market data, payment, and internet facing platforms. Implement automation, observability, and tooling using Infrastructure as Code and API driven platforms. Act as the technical interface with: SaaS providers (e.g. Microsoft 365) Telcos, ISPs, exchanges, and market data vendors (Bloomberg, Reuters) Review and influence technical solutions, SLAs, contracts, and support models. Provide clear architectural updates and risk assessments to senior stakeholders. Security, Resilience & Compliance Embed Zero Trust, segmentation, encryption, and secure connectivity across hosting platforms. Ensure internet facing, cloud, market data, and payment environments meet regulatory, audit, and operational resilience standards. Maintain high quality architecture artefacts, runbooks, and audit evidence. Qualifications, Skills, and Experience 8-12+ years in network engineering and hosting architecture, with senior or lead responsibility. Deep knowledge across L2-L7 enterprise, internet, and cloud networking. Payment systems and regulated transactional environments. Internet facing services and SaaS integration. Proven multi cloud expertise across AWS, Azure, GCP/GSP, and Oracle Cloud. Experience supporting Microsoft 365 and infrastructure SaaS connectivity models. Advanced routing (BGP, OSPF), low latency design, multicast, and high availability patterns. Comfortable operating in regulated financial services environments with audit ready practices. Architectural rigor: ensures all designs follow structured governance, secure patterns, and best practice frameworks. Cross Team influence: communicates technical concepts clearly to cybersecurity, infrastructure, and business stakeholders. Operational excellence: drives stability, repeatability, and continuous improvement in security operations. Innovation & forward thinking: identifies emerging threats, technologies, and solutions relevant to enterprise environments.
# Payroll Manager Job Introduction Payroll Manager Salary: £50,000 - £55,000 Location: Faversham, Head Office Overview Avante is entering a major phase of payroll transformation, offering an exciting opportunity for an experienced Payroll Manager to drive meaningful change. This role goes beyond delivering accurate and compliant payroll - it's about modernising a complex, long-established environment.With multiple payroll runs and legacy processes in place, you'll play a key role in simplifying operations, improving team capability, and embedding a more efficient, system-led payroll function.Reporting to the Head of Finance, this position sits at the centre of a wider finance and systems transformation programme. About You You're a strong Payroll Manager who is comfortable working hands-on while leading change in a complex environment.You will bring: Experience managing payroll in a complex or multi-site organisation (social care, healthcare, or similar is advantageous) Strong knowledge of payroll systems, ideally Staffology or similar cloud-based platforms Excellent systems aptitude, including HR/payroll integrations (e.g. Workforce) Experience managing multiple payroll cycles, legacy processes, or fragmented structures A track record of process improvement, transformation, or system implementation Strong leadership skills, with the ability to develop and support teams through change A pragmatic, confident approach to improving established ways of working Strong attention to detail with a broader strategic mindset What Makes This Role Exciting The opportunity to modernise and shape a key function The chance to simplify complexity and create lasting impact Exposure to modern, integrated systems A supportive environment focused on improvement and investment in people Key Responsibilities Lead the end-to-end payroll function within a complex social care environment, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely delivery across multiple payrolls Take ownership of payroll transformation activity, reviewing and redesigning existing processes, controls, and ways of working Support the consolidation and simplification of four existing payroll runs, working towards a more efficient payroll structure Act as a key driver of change, helping to shift a long-established team towards new systems, processes, and behaviours Provide hands-on expertise in payroll systems, particularly Staffology , ensuring optimal use of system capability Work closely with HR colleagues to ensure effective integration between payroll and the HR system ( Workforce ) Identify and address legacy payroll rules, working with stakeholders to standardise and modernise where appropriate Lead, develop, and upskill payroll team members, building confidence in system-led payroll processing Ensure compliance with statutory requirements, internal controls, and audit standards Act as a trusted partner to the Head of Finance, providing insight, reporting, and recommendations to support strategic decision-making Oversight of Avante's four pension schemes including ensuring compliance with auto enrolment requirements Support with staff cost budgets and staff costings for new projects Person Specification Qualifications Essential: CIPP qualification (Level 5 preferred) or equivalent experience Candidates with substantial payroll leadership experience in complex environments will also be considered Desirable: Additional qualifications in finance, HR, or systems Experience Essential: Proven experience in a Payroll Manager or senior payroll leadership role within a complex organisation Experience managing multiple payroll cycles and navigating operational complexity Demonstrable track record of delivering payroll transformation, process improvement, or change initiatives Experience leading, developing, and upskilling payroll teams Hands-on experience with payroll systems (ideally Staffology or similar cloud-based platforms) Experience working with integrated HR/payroll systems (e.g. Workforce or equivalent) Strong stakeholder management experience, including working with Finance, HR, and senior leadership Desirable: Experience within social care, healthcare, or other high-volume, multi-site sectors Experience rationalising payroll structures (e.g. consolidating multiple payroll runs) Involvement in system implementations or upgrades Skills Strong end-to-end payroll processing expertise, with high levels of accuracy and attention to detail Advanced systems aptitude with the ability to quickly understand, optimise, and improve payroll technologies Analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex payroll rules and data Change management skills, with the ability to drive adoption of new processes and systems Excellent communication skills, able to explain complex payroll matters to non-specialists Strong organisational and prioritisation skills, particularly in a fast-paced, changing environment Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on delivery Knowledge Up-to-date knowledge of UK payroll legislation, statutory requirements, and compliance obligations Understanding of payroll controls, audit requirements, and risk management Knowledge of payroll best practice, including process standardisation and automation Awareness of system integrations between payroll and HR platforms Understanding of the challenges associated with legacy payroll rules and how to modernise them Qualities Demonstrable evidence of Avante's SPARKLE values Resilient and adaptable, with the ability to operate effectively during periods of change and ambiguity Proactive and solutions-focused, with a continuous improvement mind-set Confident in challenging the status quo in a constructive and professional manner Strong leadership presence, with the ability to engage, motivate, and develop a long-established team Collaborative approach, building strong relationships across Finance, HR, and operational teams High level of integrity and accountability, particularly when handling sensitive payroll data Pragmatic and hands-on, willing to "roll up sleeves" while also driving longer-term transformation Payroll Manager Salary £50000 - £55000 Frequency Annual Job Reference avantecare/TP/16125/779 Contract Type Full Time Closing Date 29 April, 2026 Job Category Business support management Service/ Department Finance Location Faversham, United Kingdom Posted on 15 April, 2026
Apr 30, 2026
Full time
# Payroll Manager Job Introduction Payroll Manager Salary: £50,000 - £55,000 Location: Faversham, Head Office Overview Avante is entering a major phase of payroll transformation, offering an exciting opportunity for an experienced Payroll Manager to drive meaningful change. This role goes beyond delivering accurate and compliant payroll - it's about modernising a complex, long-established environment.With multiple payroll runs and legacy processes in place, you'll play a key role in simplifying operations, improving team capability, and embedding a more efficient, system-led payroll function.Reporting to the Head of Finance, this position sits at the centre of a wider finance and systems transformation programme. About You You're a strong Payroll Manager who is comfortable working hands-on while leading change in a complex environment.You will bring: Experience managing payroll in a complex or multi-site organisation (social care, healthcare, or similar is advantageous) Strong knowledge of payroll systems, ideally Staffology or similar cloud-based platforms Excellent systems aptitude, including HR/payroll integrations (e.g. Workforce) Experience managing multiple payroll cycles, legacy processes, or fragmented structures A track record of process improvement, transformation, or system implementation Strong leadership skills, with the ability to develop and support teams through change A pragmatic, confident approach to improving established ways of working Strong attention to detail with a broader strategic mindset What Makes This Role Exciting The opportunity to modernise and shape a key function The chance to simplify complexity and create lasting impact Exposure to modern, integrated systems A supportive environment focused on improvement and investment in people Key Responsibilities Lead the end-to-end payroll function within a complex social care environment, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely delivery across multiple payrolls Take ownership of payroll transformation activity, reviewing and redesigning existing processes, controls, and ways of working Support the consolidation and simplification of four existing payroll runs, working towards a more efficient payroll structure Act as a key driver of change, helping to shift a long-established team towards new systems, processes, and behaviours Provide hands-on expertise in payroll systems, particularly Staffology , ensuring optimal use of system capability Work closely with HR colleagues to ensure effective integration between payroll and the HR system ( Workforce ) Identify and address legacy payroll rules, working with stakeholders to standardise and modernise where appropriate Lead, develop, and upskill payroll team members, building confidence in system-led payroll processing Ensure compliance with statutory requirements, internal controls, and audit standards Act as a trusted partner to the Head of Finance, providing insight, reporting, and recommendations to support strategic decision-making Oversight of Avante's four pension schemes including ensuring compliance with auto enrolment requirements Support with staff cost budgets and staff costings for new projects Person Specification Qualifications Essential: CIPP qualification (Level 5 preferred) or equivalent experience Candidates with substantial payroll leadership experience in complex environments will also be considered Desirable: Additional qualifications in finance, HR, or systems Experience Essential: Proven experience in a Payroll Manager or senior payroll leadership role within a complex organisation Experience managing multiple payroll cycles and navigating operational complexity Demonstrable track record of delivering payroll transformation, process improvement, or change initiatives Experience leading, developing, and upskilling payroll teams Hands-on experience with payroll systems (ideally Staffology or similar cloud-based platforms) Experience working with integrated HR/payroll systems (e.g. Workforce or equivalent) Strong stakeholder management experience, including working with Finance, HR, and senior leadership Desirable: Experience within social care, healthcare, or other high-volume, multi-site sectors Experience rationalising payroll structures (e.g. consolidating multiple payroll runs) Involvement in system implementations or upgrades Skills Strong end-to-end payroll processing expertise, with high levels of accuracy and attention to detail Advanced systems aptitude with the ability to quickly understand, optimise, and improve payroll technologies Analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex payroll rules and data Change management skills, with the ability to drive adoption of new processes and systems Excellent communication skills, able to explain complex payroll matters to non-specialists Strong organisational and prioritisation skills, particularly in a fast-paced, changing environment Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on delivery Knowledge Up-to-date knowledge of UK payroll legislation, statutory requirements, and compliance obligations Understanding of payroll controls, audit requirements, and risk management Knowledge of payroll best practice, including process standardisation and automation Awareness of system integrations between payroll and HR platforms Understanding of the challenges associated with legacy payroll rules and how to modernise them Qualities Demonstrable evidence of Avante's SPARKLE values Resilient and adaptable, with the ability to operate effectively during periods of change and ambiguity Proactive and solutions-focused, with a continuous improvement mind-set Confident in challenging the status quo in a constructive and professional manner Strong leadership presence, with the ability to engage, motivate, and develop a long-established team Collaborative approach, building strong relationships across Finance, HR, and operational teams High level of integrity and accountability, particularly when handling sensitive payroll data Pragmatic and hands-on, willing to "roll up sleeves" while also driving longer-term transformation Payroll Manager Salary £50000 - £55000 Frequency Annual Job Reference avantecare/TP/16125/779 Contract Type Full Time Closing Date 29 April, 2026 Job Category Business support management Service/ Department Finance Location Faversham, United Kingdom Posted on 15 April, 2026
An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Payroll & Finance Officer to join my clients team on a Part-Time Basis in the centre of Norwich, Norfolk. To manage and deliver an accurate, compliant, and confidential end-to-end payroll service for approximately 400 staff. The Payroll & Finance Officer will ensure all payroll processes, statutory reporting, and pension administration are completed correctly and on time, providing a high-quality service to staff and supporting the Head of Finance with payroll-related financial information and compliance. Key Responsibilities: • Prepare and process the monthly payroll for all teaching and support staff (circa 400 employees). • Maintain and update payroll records including starters, leavers, contractual changes, overtime, allowances, and deductions. • Calculate statutory payments (SSP, SMP, SPP, etc.) and occupational entitlements in line with school policies. • Ensure accurate calculation and payment of salaries, tax, National Insurance, and other deductions. • Reconcile payroll prior to finalisation and obtain approval from the Head of Finance. • Issue electronic payslips and respond • Ensure payroll operates in compliance with HMRC regulations and employment legislation. • Submit Real Time Information (RTI) returns and complete year-end processes (P60s, P11Ds if applicable). • Maintain payroll records in line with GDPR and data retention requirements. • Keep up to date with changes in payroll legislation and best practice. • Prepare payroll journals and reconciliation reports for the finance system. • Assist with internal and external payroll audits. • Provide relevant payroll, pension, insurance, and benefits information to support financial reporting, budgeting, and audit requirements including ONS surveys. • Maintain strict confidentiality of payroll and personal data. • Provide excellent customer service to all staff. • Participate in training and other learning activities as required and in the performance appraisal and development review process. • Undertake other similar duties and activities that fall within the band and role; and any other duties that may be reasonably required by the Head, the COO or the Head of Finance. Salary, Working Pattern & Benefits: • This is a permanent, part time position based over 52 weeks. The hours of work are 30 hours per week. Hours will be agreed with the line manager. The salary for the role will be between £26,499 - £29,372, depending on skills and experience. • Flexibility in working hours and pattern is required to meet the changing needs. • Full time staff are entitled to 25 days of annual leave excluding the 8 days bank holidays, increasing to 30 days after five years service. Up to 5 days leave are designated during the Christmas holiday period and will be set in advance. • Staff may benefit from a heavily subsidised private healthcare plan. To join, a full time member of staff has to contribute £100 per annum. • Staff may enjoy a complimentary lunch in. Should you have any questions or wish to apply please do not hesitate to contact Clear IT Recruitment Limited. Please Note: Due to the number of applications we receive we may be unable to respond to every application directly. If you have not heard from us within 3 working days please assume your application has been unsuccessful.
Apr 29, 2026
Full time
An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Payroll & Finance Officer to join my clients team on a Part-Time Basis in the centre of Norwich, Norfolk. To manage and deliver an accurate, compliant, and confidential end-to-end payroll service for approximately 400 staff. The Payroll & Finance Officer will ensure all payroll processes, statutory reporting, and pension administration are completed correctly and on time, providing a high-quality service to staff and supporting the Head of Finance with payroll-related financial information and compliance. Key Responsibilities: • Prepare and process the monthly payroll for all teaching and support staff (circa 400 employees). • Maintain and update payroll records including starters, leavers, contractual changes, overtime, allowances, and deductions. • Calculate statutory payments (SSP, SMP, SPP, etc.) and occupational entitlements in line with school policies. • Ensure accurate calculation and payment of salaries, tax, National Insurance, and other deductions. • Reconcile payroll prior to finalisation and obtain approval from the Head of Finance. • Issue electronic payslips and respond • Ensure payroll operates in compliance with HMRC regulations and employment legislation. • Submit Real Time Information (RTI) returns and complete year-end processes (P60s, P11Ds if applicable). • Maintain payroll records in line with GDPR and data retention requirements. • Keep up to date with changes in payroll legislation and best practice. • Prepare payroll journals and reconciliation reports for the finance system. • Assist with internal and external payroll audits. • Provide relevant payroll, pension, insurance, and benefits information to support financial reporting, budgeting, and audit requirements including ONS surveys. • Maintain strict confidentiality of payroll and personal data. • Provide excellent customer service to all staff. • Participate in training and other learning activities as required and in the performance appraisal and development review process. • Undertake other similar duties and activities that fall within the band and role; and any other duties that may be reasonably required by the Head, the COO or the Head of Finance. Salary, Working Pattern & Benefits: • This is a permanent, part time position based over 52 weeks. The hours of work are 30 hours per week. Hours will be agreed with the line manager. The salary for the role will be between £26,499 - £29,372, depending on skills and experience. • Flexibility in working hours and pattern is required to meet the changing needs. • Full time staff are entitled to 25 days of annual leave excluding the 8 days bank holidays, increasing to 30 days after five years service. Up to 5 days leave are designated during the Christmas holiday period and will be set in advance. • Staff may benefit from a heavily subsidised private healthcare plan. To join, a full time member of staff has to contribute £100 per annum. • Staff may enjoy a complimentary lunch in. Should you have any questions or wish to apply please do not hesitate to contact Clear IT Recruitment Limited. Please Note: Due to the number of applications we receive we may be unable to respond to every application directly. If you have not heard from us within 3 working days please assume your application has been unsuccessful.
On behalf of our client, we are seeking to several Medical Records Assessor's to join on an initial 3 -month contract. As the Medical Records Assessor you will be analysing and summarise an array of medical documents for new starters to to ensure they comply with the medical standards. Role: Medical Records Assessor Pay: 21.60 per hour Via Umbrella Location: Remote Contract: Monday - Friday 40Hours per week, 3 Months contract IR35 Status: Inside Security Clearance : BPSS Responsibilities Critically analysing medical documents including Optometrist Reports, Primary Health Care Records (PHCRs), Laboratory Results, Prior Service Training Records and previous Assessment Centre results. Applying decision making skills and use clinical judgement when reviewing clinical documents to determine whether potential recruits to join the British Army comply with medical entry standards on a case-by-case basis. Succinctly recording medical condition outcome decisions and provide robust justification for potential recruits on an electronic database. Composing professional and empathetic communications to manage candidates' expectations and inform them of the outcome of their applications. Building and maintaining strong relationships with all customers, colleagues, Lead Practitioners and Training and Audit Team and other Stakeholders. Escalating complex medical conditions for review with a Lead Practitioner and referring potential recruits for specialist input where appropriate. Engaging with Capita Audit and Quality Assurance processes. Reflecting on cases to develop an understanding of multiple medical clinical conditions and improve the quality of future assessments. Maintaining daily productivity targets, whilst ensuring efficiency, accuracy and high- quality service in line with the Service Level Agreement. Essential Skills: Full registration with the HCPC or NMC with no restrictions/ sanctions against practice nor pending hearings. Minimum of 3 years' experience within your clinical field. Ability to work reliably and dependably while adhering to strict productivity targets, commonly referred to within the business as Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and consistently producing work of excellent quality. Excellent communication skills including the ability to collaborate with colleagues, discuss complex medical conditions and communicate clearly via Teams or email. Good organisational skills and ability to prioritise tasks. Competently using IT Microsoft packages including Word, Excel, Teams, and Outlook Navigate online databases designed to store potential recruits' medical information. If you are interested in applying for this position and you meet the requirements, please send your updated CV to: Natalie Dalkin at Line Up Aviation Line Up Aviation has carved its own place in the recruitment of Aviation and Aerospace personnel all over the world for more than 30 years. We work with some of the industry's best known companies who demand the highest standard of applicants. " on Twitter for all of our latest vacancies, news and pictures from our busy UK Head Office. Interact with us using the tag at anytime! Thank you for your follow!"
Apr 29, 2026
Contractor
On behalf of our client, we are seeking to several Medical Records Assessor's to join on an initial 3 -month contract. As the Medical Records Assessor you will be analysing and summarise an array of medical documents for new starters to to ensure they comply with the medical standards. Role: Medical Records Assessor Pay: 21.60 per hour Via Umbrella Location: Remote Contract: Monday - Friday 40Hours per week, 3 Months contract IR35 Status: Inside Security Clearance : BPSS Responsibilities Critically analysing medical documents including Optometrist Reports, Primary Health Care Records (PHCRs), Laboratory Results, Prior Service Training Records and previous Assessment Centre results. Applying decision making skills and use clinical judgement when reviewing clinical documents to determine whether potential recruits to join the British Army comply with medical entry standards on a case-by-case basis. Succinctly recording medical condition outcome decisions and provide robust justification for potential recruits on an electronic database. Composing professional and empathetic communications to manage candidates' expectations and inform them of the outcome of their applications. Building and maintaining strong relationships with all customers, colleagues, Lead Practitioners and Training and Audit Team and other Stakeholders. Escalating complex medical conditions for review with a Lead Practitioner and referring potential recruits for specialist input where appropriate. Engaging with Capita Audit and Quality Assurance processes. Reflecting on cases to develop an understanding of multiple medical clinical conditions and improve the quality of future assessments. Maintaining daily productivity targets, whilst ensuring efficiency, accuracy and high- quality service in line with the Service Level Agreement. Essential Skills: Full registration with the HCPC or NMC with no restrictions/ sanctions against practice nor pending hearings. Minimum of 3 years' experience within your clinical field. Ability to work reliably and dependably while adhering to strict productivity targets, commonly referred to within the business as Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and consistently producing work of excellent quality. Excellent communication skills including the ability to collaborate with colleagues, discuss complex medical conditions and communicate clearly via Teams or email. Good organisational skills and ability to prioritise tasks. Competently using IT Microsoft packages including Word, Excel, Teams, and Outlook Navigate online databases designed to store potential recruits' medical information. If you are interested in applying for this position and you meet the requirements, please send your updated CV to: Natalie Dalkin at Line Up Aviation Line Up Aviation has carved its own place in the recruitment of Aviation and Aerospace personnel all over the world for more than 30 years. We work with some of the industry's best known companies who demand the highest standard of applicants. " on Twitter for all of our latest vacancies, news and pictures from our busy UK Head Office. Interact with us using the tag at anytime! Thank you for your follow!"
Job title: Operations & People Lead Contract: 1.0 FTE - 1 year fixed-term contract with the possibility to become permanent Location: Hybrid working: office base is at Somerset House, London: we are flexible on approach, within a hybrid model of in-person & virtual. This can be discussed at interview ( ) Salary: £45k to £50k p.a. (pro rata), depending on experience Reporting to: CEO Start date: ASAP - depending on candidate s notice period Normal hours: Office hours are 9.30 - 5.30pm, Monday Friday. As this is ideally a 0.8 FTE role, there is flexibility on how the time is spread across the week. Please state how you would intend to allocate your time when you apply. ( requests for flexible working hours will be considered) Other: Annual leave is 25 days per year (pro rata) plus standard bank holidays Cultural entitlement of £250 per annum (pro rata) to spend on arts/cultural events & activities All employees are able to claim 1 hour a week for personal wellbeing Pension scheme enrolment and 6% employer contributions (reviewed annually) ( ) Access to office space in London is always available to staff who can't or don't want to work from home. Some travel is involved in this role, to visit organisations and run programme activities. If you would like this application pack in a different format (e.g. large print or audio file), please email us (information in the link provided). About Julie s Bicycle (JB) JB unites culture, creativity and climate action to drive change. For nearly two decades, we ve been at the forefront of the creative climate movement - one of the first to position culture as a powerful force for radical change. Our mission is to mobilise the creative sector, equipping thousands of artists, cultural organisations, and creative leaders with the tools, knowledge, and confidence needed to transform their practice into climate action. We focus on tackling the root causes of the climate, nature, and justice crises by shaping thinking, informing policy, and scaling practical solutions. Together, we can turn creativity into a powerful force for a just and regenerative future. Role summary As our new Operations and People Lead, you will help us continue to build and nurture a strong, can-do, and empowering operational culture that is rooted in collaboration, equity and care. You will support the CEO in ensuring the right systems and processes are in place for the smooth running of the organisation and support the Head of Programmes in the seamless delivery of our programs during a period of rapid change. You will collaborate with the whole team to continue to strengthen our equitable foundations and ensure our internal structures fully reflect and sustain our core values of justice and care. Your goal will be to balance operational efficiency with team well-being, optimising people and teams allocations and implementing new approaches and processes so that we deliver outstanding work, while our people thrive. You will allow the leadership to focus on high-level strategy while you support us in continuing to nurture our supportive, empowering, and equitable working environment. Key Responsibilities People strategy - (Approx 40%) Operations strategy and ways of working: Work with the CEO and SLT, co-design and implement a robust operations strategy and clear ways of working for effective allocation of team and resources to achieve the organisation's objectives, strengthening further our principles of deep collaboration, equity and care. Equitable recruitment and retention strategy: Building on our existing progress in inclusive hiring, you will work closely with the CEO and SLT to evolve and champion our recruitment and retention strategy. You will continue to refine our processes, ensuring we remain at the forefront of removing access barriers and nurturing a diverse, flourishing, and long-term workforce. You will be responsible for timelining, creating Job Descriptions; advertising strategy and budget; liaise with hiring manager; referencing; offer letters & contracts. People development & care: Working closely with the CEO and SLT, contribute to the development and lead on the implementation of training, continuous professional development processes and policies that enable transparency, peer to peer feedback, psychological safety, professional development and empowerment. Delivery strategy: Working closely with the Head of Programmes, design and drive a capacity planning strategy for the team across 20+ projects to ensure impact delivery as well as balanced workloads. Cross-cutting principles: Working closely with the CEO, leading internal policy work, you will steward and expand our internal policy framework, ensuring that our established principles of wellbeing, diversity, accessibility, and anti-racism continue to be deeply woven into the fabric of every new and existing policy. Operational excellence (Approx 30%) Systems improvement: Enhance and adjust systems, processes, and best practices to ensure they are flexible enough to respond to the lived realities of a diverse team. Digital access: Lead the planning and implementation of IT and digital strategies that facilitate accessible and collaborative remote/hybrid working. Compliance and safety: Maintain and communicate health, safety, and security protocols through a lens of collective care and team protection. Process standardisation: Working with the CEO and Finance Manager, drive consistency across HR, admin, and finance to reduce cognitive load and administrative friction for the team. HR & financial administration (Approx 20%) HR: HR Software & data ownership, maintenance and ensuring consistency in colleagues use of the software. Act as the primary point of contact for HR enquiries, accessibility requests, and leave calculation. Act on behalf of the CEO in handling confidential issues with care and restorative intent & liaising with external HR advisor. Financial support: In partnership with our Finance Manager, coordinate confidential finance administration, including payroll, pensions, and audit preparation, ensuring all team members are supported by stable financial operations. Resource management: Manage IT and Operations budgets. Contract management: Oversee the administration of employment contracts and agreements and NDAs for freelancers, as well as internship placements to ensure fair and clear working agreements. Executive support & governance (Approx 10% of the time) Leadership partnership: Support the SLT in strategic direction, planning, and workforce development so they can focus on fundraising, advocacy and high-level impact work. Support the CEO on internal communications, business travel, scheduling, diary management, technical assistance. Board: Manage all JB Board administration, including arranging quarterly meetings, minutes, etc. Funding & tenders: Provide necessary operational and organisational information for funding applications and manage portal processes for payments and offers. Office Management: Lead on the management of JB s office, ensuring that the office is a comfortable working environment and equipment is maintained. Be the first point of contact for Somerset House, facilities, and for office related issues. Person Specification Essential HR Expertise: Six to eight years of demonstrable practical experience in designing and implementing People centred strategies with a focus on collaborative leadership rooted in inclusion, equity, diversity and care (six to eight years of experience). We re particularly interested in someone experienced and/or genuinely interested in participatory design methods that incorporate the lived experiences of a diverse team. Operational excellence: Six to eight years of demonstrable practical experience of developing and implementing effective operations strategies and effective systems and processes that enable organisational excellence and staff wellbeing. A genuine, demonstrable commitment for the role of culture in addressing the climate, environment and justice crises, preferably with experience of working with values-led teams working on systemic issues especially working across climate, environmental and justice issues. Demonstrable experience of planning and implementing streamlined digital operations, bringing a seamless and cohesive approach to IT and software solutions. Strategic thinking with an eye for detail: Ability to contribute to high-level strategy while maintaining excellent attention to detail. Excellent communication skills: Ability to communicate key messages effectively across various written and verbal forms. Broad familiarity with financial and business principles. Effectively manage competing priorities and adapt and respond as business needs require Experience of planning using organisational and project management skills with the ability to work under pressure and manage time and resources effectively. Creative problem solving skills A proactive, flexible approach, and ability to progress work independently in a fast paced environment. Why Join Us? At Julie s Bicycle, you ll join a passionate team working at the intersection of creativity and climate action . click apply for full job details
Apr 29, 2026
Full time
Job title: Operations & People Lead Contract: 1.0 FTE - 1 year fixed-term contract with the possibility to become permanent Location: Hybrid working: office base is at Somerset House, London: we are flexible on approach, within a hybrid model of in-person & virtual. This can be discussed at interview ( ) Salary: £45k to £50k p.a. (pro rata), depending on experience Reporting to: CEO Start date: ASAP - depending on candidate s notice period Normal hours: Office hours are 9.30 - 5.30pm, Monday Friday. As this is ideally a 0.8 FTE role, there is flexibility on how the time is spread across the week. Please state how you would intend to allocate your time when you apply. ( requests for flexible working hours will be considered) Other: Annual leave is 25 days per year (pro rata) plus standard bank holidays Cultural entitlement of £250 per annum (pro rata) to spend on arts/cultural events & activities All employees are able to claim 1 hour a week for personal wellbeing Pension scheme enrolment and 6% employer contributions (reviewed annually) ( ) Access to office space in London is always available to staff who can't or don't want to work from home. Some travel is involved in this role, to visit organisations and run programme activities. If you would like this application pack in a different format (e.g. large print or audio file), please email us (information in the link provided). About Julie s Bicycle (JB) JB unites culture, creativity and climate action to drive change. For nearly two decades, we ve been at the forefront of the creative climate movement - one of the first to position culture as a powerful force for radical change. Our mission is to mobilise the creative sector, equipping thousands of artists, cultural organisations, and creative leaders with the tools, knowledge, and confidence needed to transform their practice into climate action. We focus on tackling the root causes of the climate, nature, and justice crises by shaping thinking, informing policy, and scaling practical solutions. Together, we can turn creativity into a powerful force for a just and regenerative future. Role summary As our new Operations and People Lead, you will help us continue to build and nurture a strong, can-do, and empowering operational culture that is rooted in collaboration, equity and care. You will support the CEO in ensuring the right systems and processes are in place for the smooth running of the organisation and support the Head of Programmes in the seamless delivery of our programs during a period of rapid change. You will collaborate with the whole team to continue to strengthen our equitable foundations and ensure our internal structures fully reflect and sustain our core values of justice and care. Your goal will be to balance operational efficiency with team well-being, optimising people and teams allocations and implementing new approaches and processes so that we deliver outstanding work, while our people thrive. You will allow the leadership to focus on high-level strategy while you support us in continuing to nurture our supportive, empowering, and equitable working environment. Key Responsibilities People strategy - (Approx 40%) Operations strategy and ways of working: Work with the CEO and SLT, co-design and implement a robust operations strategy and clear ways of working for effective allocation of team and resources to achieve the organisation's objectives, strengthening further our principles of deep collaboration, equity and care. Equitable recruitment and retention strategy: Building on our existing progress in inclusive hiring, you will work closely with the CEO and SLT to evolve and champion our recruitment and retention strategy. You will continue to refine our processes, ensuring we remain at the forefront of removing access barriers and nurturing a diverse, flourishing, and long-term workforce. You will be responsible for timelining, creating Job Descriptions; advertising strategy and budget; liaise with hiring manager; referencing; offer letters & contracts. People development & care: Working closely with the CEO and SLT, contribute to the development and lead on the implementation of training, continuous professional development processes and policies that enable transparency, peer to peer feedback, psychological safety, professional development and empowerment. Delivery strategy: Working closely with the Head of Programmes, design and drive a capacity planning strategy for the team across 20+ projects to ensure impact delivery as well as balanced workloads. Cross-cutting principles: Working closely with the CEO, leading internal policy work, you will steward and expand our internal policy framework, ensuring that our established principles of wellbeing, diversity, accessibility, and anti-racism continue to be deeply woven into the fabric of every new and existing policy. Operational excellence (Approx 30%) Systems improvement: Enhance and adjust systems, processes, and best practices to ensure they are flexible enough to respond to the lived realities of a diverse team. Digital access: Lead the planning and implementation of IT and digital strategies that facilitate accessible and collaborative remote/hybrid working. Compliance and safety: Maintain and communicate health, safety, and security protocols through a lens of collective care and team protection. Process standardisation: Working with the CEO and Finance Manager, drive consistency across HR, admin, and finance to reduce cognitive load and administrative friction for the team. HR & financial administration (Approx 20%) HR: HR Software & data ownership, maintenance and ensuring consistency in colleagues use of the software. Act as the primary point of contact for HR enquiries, accessibility requests, and leave calculation. Act on behalf of the CEO in handling confidential issues with care and restorative intent & liaising with external HR advisor. Financial support: In partnership with our Finance Manager, coordinate confidential finance administration, including payroll, pensions, and audit preparation, ensuring all team members are supported by stable financial operations. Resource management: Manage IT and Operations budgets. Contract management: Oversee the administration of employment contracts and agreements and NDAs for freelancers, as well as internship placements to ensure fair and clear working agreements. Executive support & governance (Approx 10% of the time) Leadership partnership: Support the SLT in strategic direction, planning, and workforce development so they can focus on fundraising, advocacy and high-level impact work. Support the CEO on internal communications, business travel, scheduling, diary management, technical assistance. Board: Manage all JB Board administration, including arranging quarterly meetings, minutes, etc. Funding & tenders: Provide necessary operational and organisational information for funding applications and manage portal processes for payments and offers. Office Management: Lead on the management of JB s office, ensuring that the office is a comfortable working environment and equipment is maintained. Be the first point of contact for Somerset House, facilities, and for office related issues. Person Specification Essential HR Expertise: Six to eight years of demonstrable practical experience in designing and implementing People centred strategies with a focus on collaborative leadership rooted in inclusion, equity, diversity and care (six to eight years of experience). We re particularly interested in someone experienced and/or genuinely interested in participatory design methods that incorporate the lived experiences of a diverse team. Operational excellence: Six to eight years of demonstrable practical experience of developing and implementing effective operations strategies and effective systems and processes that enable organisational excellence and staff wellbeing. A genuine, demonstrable commitment for the role of culture in addressing the climate, environment and justice crises, preferably with experience of working with values-led teams working on systemic issues especially working across climate, environmental and justice issues. Demonstrable experience of planning and implementing streamlined digital operations, bringing a seamless and cohesive approach to IT and software solutions. Strategic thinking with an eye for detail: Ability to contribute to high-level strategy while maintaining excellent attention to detail. Excellent communication skills: Ability to communicate key messages effectively across various written and verbal forms. Broad familiarity with financial and business principles. Effectively manage competing priorities and adapt and respond as business needs require Experience of planning using organisational and project management skills with the ability to work under pressure and manage time and resources effectively. Creative problem solving skills A proactive, flexible approach, and ability to progress work independently in a fast paced environment. Why Join Us? At Julie s Bicycle, you ll join a passionate team working at the intersection of creativity and climate action . click apply for full job details
BIM Information Manager Stations HS2 Location: Birmingham or London Hybrid Salary: Brum £70 500 London 75,000 - £83,500 + 12% Pen + pkg Progression: Lead BIM Information Manager (£90,000 £100,000+) Shape Four Railways Stations of National Significance Client Side on HS2 This is not a traditional BIM role. This is an opportunity to join High Speed Two Ltd and take a highly visible client-side position responsible for digital information across four of the UK s most high-profile transport buildings: Curzon Street Station - c£800m flagship new station development Old Oak Common Station - c£1.67bn super-hub and one of the largest station builds in Europe Euston Station & Interchange Station Both in early design These are nationally significant assets and this role sits at the centre of how they are digitally delivered and used to monitor the delivery of them. You ll be responsible for giving senior leadership complete visibility of what is actually being delivered across the Stations supply chain through digital information. You ll sit between Tier 1 contractors and programme leadership, translating BIM, CAD, GIS, Asset Data, metadata, and Common Data Environment outputs into clear intelligence that drives decision-making. Why This Role Stands Out Client-side authority, influence Tier 1 contractors rather than deliver for them Work across landmark live new build station programmes. Digital Engineering team operates as a true command & control function High visibility direct influence into senior programme leadership Opportunity to shape digital standards, assurance, and innovation at scale Significant interaction with Project Controls, Programme Delivery, and Engineering leadership Become a recognised high-profile expert across BIM, Information Management, and Digital Engineering within major infrastructure Long-term programme security with major delivery phases still ahead Clear progression towards Lead Information Manager level The Role Reporting into the Lead Information Manager, you will sit within HS2 s Digital Engineering team and act as the client-side authority for information management across live station contracts. Your role is not simply to monitor BIM compliance. You will challenge, assure, and influence Tier 1 contractors to improve digital delivery performance, ensuring information is accurate, structured, commercially meaningful, and aligned to programme outcomes. This role sits at the intersection of BIM, project controls, programme assurance, delivery risk, and digital governance. You will become a trusted technical authority capable of challenging major contractors on: BIM execution strategy Data quality and assurance Programme outputs and deliverables Information governance Work breakdown structures Digital maturity and innovation Delivery performance linked to information outputs Information Delivery Packages IDP (MIDP) this is information is used by HS2 to monitor delivery. Key Responsibilities Act as client-side BIM & Information Management lead across assigned station contracts Assure contractor BIM Execution Plans, MIDP, MPDT and Information Delivery Plans Review and audit digital engineering processes through Technical Assurance Reviews Challenge contractor digital delivery performance and drive improvement plans Assure CAD, GIS, BIM, Asset and design data submissions are compliant and fit-for-purpose Conduct quality reviews and spot checks across critical information deliverables Collaborate closely with Project Controls to align digital outputs with delivery programmes Provide performance reporting and metrics around contractor digital compliance Support Project Managers and Engineers with technical information queries Drive awareness, governance, education, and best practice across Information Management Influence innovation and improved ways of working across the programme What They re Looking For You will likely come from a BIM, Digital Engineering, Information Management, GIS, Asset Information or Design Data background within complex infrastructure or major projects. Most importantly, you will have the confidence to challenge contractors and operate in a highly influential client-side environment. Open to candidates from Client, Consultants (engineering & technology) and contractors and also open to manufactures. Ideal Experience Includes: BIM / Information Management within large infrastructure or multi-disciplinary projects Experience working within rail, stations, aviation, highways, complex buildings, utilities or transport programmes Strong knowledge of ISO 19650 and information governance Experience managing information within Common Data Environments (ProjectWise or similar) Ability to influence senior stakeholders and challenge delivery teams Understanding of digital assurance and contractor performance management Experience operating in technically complex, highly regulated environments Why Join HS2? This is one of the few BIM roles where digital information directly influences programme delivery at a national level. You will not sit behind a model You will sit at the centre of one of Europe s largest infrastructure programmes, influencing how two landmark stations are delivered technically, commercially, and operationally. For someone wanting to move beyond coordination and become a strategic digital leader, this is a career-defining opportunity.
Apr 29, 2026
Full time
BIM Information Manager Stations HS2 Location: Birmingham or London Hybrid Salary: Brum £70 500 London 75,000 - £83,500 + 12% Pen + pkg Progression: Lead BIM Information Manager (£90,000 £100,000+) Shape Four Railways Stations of National Significance Client Side on HS2 This is not a traditional BIM role. This is an opportunity to join High Speed Two Ltd and take a highly visible client-side position responsible for digital information across four of the UK s most high-profile transport buildings: Curzon Street Station - c£800m flagship new station development Old Oak Common Station - c£1.67bn super-hub and one of the largest station builds in Europe Euston Station & Interchange Station Both in early design These are nationally significant assets and this role sits at the centre of how they are digitally delivered and used to monitor the delivery of them. You ll be responsible for giving senior leadership complete visibility of what is actually being delivered across the Stations supply chain through digital information. You ll sit between Tier 1 contractors and programme leadership, translating BIM, CAD, GIS, Asset Data, metadata, and Common Data Environment outputs into clear intelligence that drives decision-making. Why This Role Stands Out Client-side authority, influence Tier 1 contractors rather than deliver for them Work across landmark live new build station programmes. Digital Engineering team operates as a true command & control function High visibility direct influence into senior programme leadership Opportunity to shape digital standards, assurance, and innovation at scale Significant interaction with Project Controls, Programme Delivery, and Engineering leadership Become a recognised high-profile expert across BIM, Information Management, and Digital Engineering within major infrastructure Long-term programme security with major delivery phases still ahead Clear progression towards Lead Information Manager level The Role Reporting into the Lead Information Manager, you will sit within HS2 s Digital Engineering team and act as the client-side authority for information management across live station contracts. Your role is not simply to monitor BIM compliance. You will challenge, assure, and influence Tier 1 contractors to improve digital delivery performance, ensuring information is accurate, structured, commercially meaningful, and aligned to programme outcomes. This role sits at the intersection of BIM, project controls, programme assurance, delivery risk, and digital governance. You will become a trusted technical authority capable of challenging major contractors on: BIM execution strategy Data quality and assurance Programme outputs and deliverables Information governance Work breakdown structures Digital maturity and innovation Delivery performance linked to information outputs Information Delivery Packages IDP (MIDP) this is information is used by HS2 to monitor delivery. Key Responsibilities Act as client-side BIM & Information Management lead across assigned station contracts Assure contractor BIM Execution Plans, MIDP, MPDT and Information Delivery Plans Review and audit digital engineering processes through Technical Assurance Reviews Challenge contractor digital delivery performance and drive improvement plans Assure CAD, GIS, BIM, Asset and design data submissions are compliant and fit-for-purpose Conduct quality reviews and spot checks across critical information deliverables Collaborate closely with Project Controls to align digital outputs with delivery programmes Provide performance reporting and metrics around contractor digital compliance Support Project Managers and Engineers with technical information queries Drive awareness, governance, education, and best practice across Information Management Influence innovation and improved ways of working across the programme What They re Looking For You will likely come from a BIM, Digital Engineering, Information Management, GIS, Asset Information or Design Data background within complex infrastructure or major projects. Most importantly, you will have the confidence to challenge contractors and operate in a highly influential client-side environment. Open to candidates from Client, Consultants (engineering & technology) and contractors and also open to manufactures. Ideal Experience Includes: BIM / Information Management within large infrastructure or multi-disciplinary projects Experience working within rail, stations, aviation, highways, complex buildings, utilities or transport programmes Strong knowledge of ISO 19650 and information governance Experience managing information within Common Data Environments (ProjectWise or similar) Ability to influence senior stakeholders and challenge delivery teams Understanding of digital assurance and contractor performance management Experience operating in technically complex, highly regulated environments Why Join HS2? This is one of the few BIM roles where digital information directly influences programme delivery at a national level. You will not sit behind a model You will sit at the centre of one of Europe s largest infrastructure programmes, influencing how two landmark stations are delivered technically, commercially, and operationally. For someone wanting to move beyond coordination and become a strategic digital leader, this is a career-defining opportunity.
HEAD OF TALENT & ORGANISATIONAL DEVELOPMENT Shape the future of work Runcorn (Hybrid: 3-4 days on-site) Highly competitive total reward package. We're moving fast, thinking differently, and redefining what's possible. Last year, we secured two employer awards, and we're proud that our Rowlands Pharmacy business has just been recognised as a Top 100 Sunday Times Best Employer UK. To build on this momentum, we're now searching for an impact driven Head of Talent & OD to help shape what comes next. About the Role Sitting at the heart of the HR team, this role will enhance our talent management propositions, products, and services. Grounded in a modern HR value chain approach, your mission will be to elevate what we do and how we do it. You'll bring all this to life through leading our talent management speciality hubs and working collaboratively with HR operations. What You'll Do You'll help shape and deliver our agenda by: Using data to identify patterns, diagnose root causes, and deliver improvements across processes, policies, and systems. Working with HR Shared Services to deploy technology that simplifies HR - improving platforms such as our LMS, ATS, and Performance & Reward systems. Reimagining our employer brand, social presence, EVP, sourcing channels, and assessment methods to strengthen our ability to attract and retain talent. Enhancing colleague and manager experiences across key areas of the employment lifecycle - sourcing/attraction, selection, onboarding, development, engagement, belonging, performance, and reward. Elevating communications and adoption of colleague propositions and HR initiatives, ensuring they land effectively with everyone. Ensuring that your team's commitments and KPIs drive strong performance and continuous improvement. Benchmarking and horizon scanning and making recommendations to ensure we keep pace with the evolving employment landscape. What Success Looks Like You'll succeed by optimising our talent management products, services, and propositions into simpler, faster, better experiences whilst also enabling our colleagues and managers to do their best work. About You You're a strategic, data-driven leader with the ability to execute at pace. You combine deep HR/OD expertise with a passion for designing and delivering HR experiences that have tangible business impact. You'll bring: Strong experience in redesigning and elevating talent management programmes - recruitment, onboarding, L&D, engagement, performance, reward, and retention. Considerable experience of leading delivery focussed Talent Management/HR teams that are both results oriented and relationship centred. An appetite for, and relevant experience, in using data to diagnose issues and shape pragmatic and simple HR solutions. A strong record of improving colleague engagement and experience across the full employee lifecycle and making HR "easy to do business with." Experience in deploying modern technology (including some AI) to enhance talent management. The ability to craft and deliver engaging, multi channel communications and campaigns that drive awareness and adoption. Evidence of delivering initiatives that have improved retention and reduced turnover/attrition. Experience operating at senior leader level in a fast-paced, large-scale environment - ideally Retail or Distribution. A CIPD or OD qualification; psychometrics qualification (desirable). Ready to Shape the Future? If you're an ambitious HR, Talent, or OD professional who is energised by continuous improvement, enthusiastic about delivering meaningful and impactful HR change, and ready for your next challenge - we'd love to hear from you!
Apr 28, 2026
Full time
HEAD OF TALENT & ORGANISATIONAL DEVELOPMENT Shape the future of work Runcorn (Hybrid: 3-4 days on-site) Highly competitive total reward package. We're moving fast, thinking differently, and redefining what's possible. Last year, we secured two employer awards, and we're proud that our Rowlands Pharmacy business has just been recognised as a Top 100 Sunday Times Best Employer UK. To build on this momentum, we're now searching for an impact driven Head of Talent & OD to help shape what comes next. About the Role Sitting at the heart of the HR team, this role will enhance our talent management propositions, products, and services. Grounded in a modern HR value chain approach, your mission will be to elevate what we do and how we do it. You'll bring all this to life through leading our talent management speciality hubs and working collaboratively with HR operations. What You'll Do You'll help shape and deliver our agenda by: Using data to identify patterns, diagnose root causes, and deliver improvements across processes, policies, and systems. Working with HR Shared Services to deploy technology that simplifies HR - improving platforms such as our LMS, ATS, and Performance & Reward systems. Reimagining our employer brand, social presence, EVP, sourcing channels, and assessment methods to strengthen our ability to attract and retain talent. Enhancing colleague and manager experiences across key areas of the employment lifecycle - sourcing/attraction, selection, onboarding, development, engagement, belonging, performance, and reward. Elevating communications and adoption of colleague propositions and HR initiatives, ensuring they land effectively with everyone. Ensuring that your team's commitments and KPIs drive strong performance and continuous improvement. Benchmarking and horizon scanning and making recommendations to ensure we keep pace with the evolving employment landscape. What Success Looks Like You'll succeed by optimising our talent management products, services, and propositions into simpler, faster, better experiences whilst also enabling our colleagues and managers to do their best work. About You You're a strategic, data-driven leader with the ability to execute at pace. You combine deep HR/OD expertise with a passion for designing and delivering HR experiences that have tangible business impact. You'll bring: Strong experience in redesigning and elevating talent management programmes - recruitment, onboarding, L&D, engagement, performance, reward, and retention. Considerable experience of leading delivery focussed Talent Management/HR teams that are both results oriented and relationship centred. An appetite for, and relevant experience, in using data to diagnose issues and shape pragmatic and simple HR solutions. A strong record of improving colleague engagement and experience across the full employee lifecycle and making HR "easy to do business with." Experience in deploying modern technology (including some AI) to enhance talent management. The ability to craft and deliver engaging, multi channel communications and campaigns that drive awareness and adoption. Evidence of delivering initiatives that have improved retention and reduced turnover/attrition. Experience operating at senior leader level in a fast-paced, large-scale environment - ideally Retail or Distribution. A CIPD or OD qualification; psychometrics qualification (desirable). Ready to Shape the Future? If you're an ambitious HR, Talent, or OD professional who is energised by continuous improvement, enthusiastic about delivering meaningful and impactful HR change, and ready for your next challenge - we'd love to hear from you!
Overview Morgan Advanced Materials is a business rich in history and innovation. Founded in the UK in 1856, we have grown into a global organisation with 70 sites in 18 countries. Our model to serve our customers where they need us has led to a diversified product range using our unparalleled expertise in ceramic and carbon materials, which we exploit to solve difficult problems for our customers across a diverse range of markets. We are a purpose driven organisation. Our purpose is to use advanced materials to make the world more sustainable and to improve the quality of life. We deliver on that purpose through the products that we make, and the way that we make them. The Technical Ceramics business of Morgan Advanced Materials engineers high performance functional and structural ceramic materials, components and sub-assemblies to address customer-specific technical challenges. Key Figures:Revenue £1,100.7m (2024), 8,000 employees, manufacturing in 20+ countries, and a global customer portfolio. A UK PLC with head office located in Windsor, Berkshire UK. Listed on London Stock Exchange; Member of the FTSE 250 Index. Responsibilities Morgan Advanced Materials is a world leader in advanced materials development and production. We produce a wide range of specialist, high specification materials that have extraordinary attributes and properties. Despite the complexity of our technologies, our focus is simple - we supply innovative, differentiated products made from advanced materials which enable our customers' products to perform more efficiently, more reliably and for longer. Material science is pivotal to our Company's success as it is a key constituent to developing our distinctive competencies that differentiate our business from the competition. The Structural Ceramics Global Centre of Excellence serves our global customers by developing new, differentiated materials technologies for structural ceramics applications. The Centre of Excellence leads in innovating new formulations and processes, serves as a hub for academic collaboration on structural ceramics with key university faculties worldwide and acts as a focal point for R&D with raw material suppliers. It allows Morgan to focus on both idea generation and execution in one integrated facility, with the ultimate aim of maximising the performance of our customers' applications and processes. This Senior Materials Scientist role extends that of the Materials Scientist in taking individual lead on strategic projects for the business, providing a source of technology expertise within the CoE and across the wider business and in leading, guiding and mentoring Materials Scientists within the group. The individual will have demonstrable technical skill and an ability to apply their core skills across a wide range of technical challenges, being able to swiftly learn new technical areas and working beyond past discrete experiences. Principal Objectives Lead strategic development programmes to enhance material, processor product performance Lead the definition, planning and execution of the technology development programmes to achieve success. Act as a source of Materials Science and technology expertise across the CoE and the wider Morgan Global Business Units Represent the CoE at a GBU level in technology relevant activities and on a wider basis represent Morgan in external interactions Supervise, guide and mentor Materials Scientists Design, organise and carry out material analysis, development, production and processing trials at laboratory, pilot and production scales. Interact with global raw materials or equipment suppliers and research facilities to coordinate support for the R&D program, and to organise external testing programs to benchmark and develop capabilities. Define, plan, direct and supervise the day to day activities of technicians supporting projects Assess, analyse and interpret development results, adapting and iterating project activities to achieve the desired outcomes within an optimised timescale. Ensure high standards of operational management including measurement control and data recording. Where necessary to develop new or improved development or testing methods. Apply existing knowledge of materials and processes to maximise benefits to the business through increased sales revenue and lower operating costs. Develop quicker and more efficient routes and processes for materials development Identify, quantify and communicate improvement opportunities relating to materials science and manufacture. Support recruitment of technical employees and build links with technology contacts both within and external to the Morgan portfolio. Peer review the work of others to maintain technical standards Support and enhance the company's commitment to the highest standards of Health and Safety and ensure all policies are adhered to during daily working. Investigate and resolve technical issues that may arise in the manufacturing process or products. Qualifications Educated to PhD level or equivalent experience in Materials Science or a closely related scientific field. Candidates with proven R&D experience and expertise in ceramic manufacturing would be particularly attractive. Experience leading project delivery to meet stakeholder requirements, leading projects of scale; directing, supervising and mentoring technologists and technician staff, collaborating across multiple time zones and cultures. Ability to take ownership of a complex problem and work in a structured manner to develop a solution by following an evidence-led development path. Act as a source of technical competency both within the group and across the wider relevant business portfolio. Demonstrate a good understanding of the commercial drivers and benefits associated with development and the steer of activity towards pragmatic and fundamental goals. Excellent record keeping of laboratory experiments. Ability to communicate complex ideas clearly to a non-technical audience. Can understand and analyse complex data. Is able to spot flaws and trends and work around these. Able to apply scientific reasoning to complex industrial situations. Able to locate & exploit relevant technology from other industries. An innovative and logical thinker. Energetic, enthusiastic, flexible and adaptable. Willing to offer a 'hands on' approach. Willing to travel nationally and internationally. Able to prioritise work according to business need. Competent carrying out COSHH and risk assessments and works with a focus on Health and Safety. Able to delegate work according to business need and technical strategy. Attributes Be a self-motivated and proactive individual. Work effectively with people beyond educational / age / background peer group. Leadership and mentorship qualities. Be able to work as part of a team. Be able to communicate effectively with people at all levels. Be persistent, energetic & enthusiastic and adaptable to achieve objectives. Pursue continuous improvement, both in the workplace and in their own skills & knowledge. Be customer and supplier facing. Encourage and develop others to achieve personal and team objectives. Morgan Advanced Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Ind-1
Apr 27, 2026
Full time
Overview Morgan Advanced Materials is a business rich in history and innovation. Founded in the UK in 1856, we have grown into a global organisation with 70 sites in 18 countries. Our model to serve our customers where they need us has led to a diversified product range using our unparalleled expertise in ceramic and carbon materials, which we exploit to solve difficult problems for our customers across a diverse range of markets. We are a purpose driven organisation. Our purpose is to use advanced materials to make the world more sustainable and to improve the quality of life. We deliver on that purpose through the products that we make, and the way that we make them. The Technical Ceramics business of Morgan Advanced Materials engineers high performance functional and structural ceramic materials, components and sub-assemblies to address customer-specific technical challenges. Key Figures:Revenue £1,100.7m (2024), 8,000 employees, manufacturing in 20+ countries, and a global customer portfolio. A UK PLC with head office located in Windsor, Berkshire UK. Listed on London Stock Exchange; Member of the FTSE 250 Index. Responsibilities Morgan Advanced Materials is a world leader in advanced materials development and production. We produce a wide range of specialist, high specification materials that have extraordinary attributes and properties. Despite the complexity of our technologies, our focus is simple - we supply innovative, differentiated products made from advanced materials which enable our customers' products to perform more efficiently, more reliably and for longer. Material science is pivotal to our Company's success as it is a key constituent to developing our distinctive competencies that differentiate our business from the competition. The Structural Ceramics Global Centre of Excellence serves our global customers by developing new, differentiated materials technologies for structural ceramics applications. The Centre of Excellence leads in innovating new formulations and processes, serves as a hub for academic collaboration on structural ceramics with key university faculties worldwide and acts as a focal point for R&D with raw material suppliers. It allows Morgan to focus on both idea generation and execution in one integrated facility, with the ultimate aim of maximising the performance of our customers' applications and processes. This Senior Materials Scientist role extends that of the Materials Scientist in taking individual lead on strategic projects for the business, providing a source of technology expertise within the CoE and across the wider business and in leading, guiding and mentoring Materials Scientists within the group. The individual will have demonstrable technical skill and an ability to apply their core skills across a wide range of technical challenges, being able to swiftly learn new technical areas and working beyond past discrete experiences. Principal Objectives Lead strategic development programmes to enhance material, processor product performance Lead the definition, planning and execution of the technology development programmes to achieve success. Act as a source of Materials Science and technology expertise across the CoE and the wider Morgan Global Business Units Represent the CoE at a GBU level in technology relevant activities and on a wider basis represent Morgan in external interactions Supervise, guide and mentor Materials Scientists Design, organise and carry out material analysis, development, production and processing trials at laboratory, pilot and production scales. Interact with global raw materials or equipment suppliers and research facilities to coordinate support for the R&D program, and to organise external testing programs to benchmark and develop capabilities. Define, plan, direct and supervise the day to day activities of technicians supporting projects Assess, analyse and interpret development results, adapting and iterating project activities to achieve the desired outcomes within an optimised timescale. Ensure high standards of operational management including measurement control and data recording. Where necessary to develop new or improved development or testing methods. Apply existing knowledge of materials and processes to maximise benefits to the business through increased sales revenue and lower operating costs. Develop quicker and more efficient routes and processes for materials development Identify, quantify and communicate improvement opportunities relating to materials science and manufacture. Support recruitment of technical employees and build links with technology contacts both within and external to the Morgan portfolio. Peer review the work of others to maintain technical standards Support and enhance the company's commitment to the highest standards of Health and Safety and ensure all policies are adhered to during daily working. Investigate and resolve technical issues that may arise in the manufacturing process or products. Qualifications Educated to PhD level or equivalent experience in Materials Science or a closely related scientific field. Candidates with proven R&D experience and expertise in ceramic manufacturing would be particularly attractive. Experience leading project delivery to meet stakeholder requirements, leading projects of scale; directing, supervising and mentoring technologists and technician staff, collaborating across multiple time zones and cultures. Ability to take ownership of a complex problem and work in a structured manner to develop a solution by following an evidence-led development path. Act as a source of technical competency both within the group and across the wider relevant business portfolio. Demonstrate a good understanding of the commercial drivers and benefits associated with development and the steer of activity towards pragmatic and fundamental goals. Excellent record keeping of laboratory experiments. Ability to communicate complex ideas clearly to a non-technical audience. Can understand and analyse complex data. Is able to spot flaws and trends and work around these. Able to apply scientific reasoning to complex industrial situations. Able to locate & exploit relevant technology from other industries. An innovative and logical thinker. Energetic, enthusiastic, flexible and adaptable. Willing to offer a 'hands on' approach. Willing to travel nationally and internationally. Able to prioritise work according to business need. Competent carrying out COSHH and risk assessments and works with a focus on Health and Safety. Able to delegate work according to business need and technical strategy. Attributes Be a self-motivated and proactive individual. Work effectively with people beyond educational / age / background peer group. Leadership and mentorship qualities. Be able to work as part of a team. Be able to communicate effectively with people at all levels. Be persistent, energetic & enthusiastic and adaptable to achieve objectives. Pursue continuous improvement, both in the workplace and in their own skills & knowledge. Be customer and supplier facing. Encourage and develop others to achieve personal and team objectives. Morgan Advanced Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Ind-1
Role Summary The Head of Coach Development is responsible for leading, implementing, and continuously improving Badminton England's Coaching Strategy. The role plays a critical part in ensuring that badminton in England is supported by an inclusive, high quality, and expanding coaching workforce-from grassroots through to the performance environment. Key Responsibilities Lead and deliver Badminton England's Coaching Strategy, ensuring alignment with A Sport for Everyone. Oversee the national coaching pathway, ensuring clear progression routes and consistent, high-quality development opportunities for coaches at all levels. Drive the growth of the coaching workforce, growing overall capacity and increasing the number of full-time coaches across the badminton ecosystem. Ensure the quality, rigour, and relevance of coach education, including qualifications, CPD, and mentoring, in-line with national standards (e.g., CIMSPA, UK Coaching). Provide leadership to the Coaching Development Manager and Coaching Coordinator, ensuring effective planning, delivery, and evaluation of coaching programmes. Embed world-class coaching standards, supporting the recruitment, training, and continuous improvement of volunteer and professional coaches across both community and performance pathways. Collaborate across the organisation, ensuring coaching is integrated with talent, performance, clubs, competitions, and workforce initiatives. Build strong partnerships with external bodies (NGBs, Sport England, education providers, CIMSPA, UK Coaching) to enhance development opportunities and national alignment. Use data and insight to inform decision-making, track workforce needs, and report progress against strategic objectives. Oversee quality assurance and compliance, ensuring that all coaching delivery meets relevant national standards, and organisational policies. Other Responsibilities Undertake other duties as reasonably required, consistent with the purpose of the post. Successful Candidate Proven leadership experience in coach development within a national governing body, sport system, or comparable environment. Strong understanding of coaching workforce pathways, coach education, and coach accreditation models. Strong understanding of the business of coaching including volunteer, employed and self-employed models implemented within sports. Experience of being a coach and the ability to empathise with the workforce and the challenges they face. Demonstrated ability to implement strategy and deliver system-wide change. Experience managing teams and developing staff to achieve high performance. Deep knowledge of national standards for coaching (e.g., CIMSPA Professional Standards, UK Coaching frameworks). Evidence of enhancing coach quality and increasing coaching capacity in a sport or physical activity setting. Strong relationship-building skills with internal teams and external partners. Ability to design, evaluate, and improve workforce development programmes. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels. Comfortable using data, insight, and evaluation to drive improvement. Strong understanding of welfare, safeguarding and governance requirements related to coaching. Strong badminton technical knowledge and/or the proven ability to work with technical experts from within a sport to ensure appropriate information is incorporated across a coach development programme. Commitment to diversity, inclusion, and ensuring coaching is accessible to everyone. Diversity & Inclusion We positively celebrate Diversity & Inclusion at Badminton England. Our aim is to become the UK's most inclusive National Governing Body - for our staff and members, reflecting and connecting with the diverse communities that we serve. We want people from all walks of life to feel valued for their individuality, thrive in our business and share a sense of belonging. To find out more about D&I at Badminton England, head over to our website to read out Inclusion Strategy. Job Details Job Title: Head of Coach Development Responsible to: Sport Director Responsible for: Coaching Development Manager, and Coaching Coordinator. Office Location: National Badminton Centre, Milton Keynes (Hybrid working with minimum 2 days in the office to include Thursdays) Term: Permanent Hours: Full-time (35.58h) Salary: £48,000 - £53,000
Apr 27, 2026
Full time
Role Summary The Head of Coach Development is responsible for leading, implementing, and continuously improving Badminton England's Coaching Strategy. The role plays a critical part in ensuring that badminton in England is supported by an inclusive, high quality, and expanding coaching workforce-from grassroots through to the performance environment. Key Responsibilities Lead and deliver Badminton England's Coaching Strategy, ensuring alignment with A Sport for Everyone. Oversee the national coaching pathway, ensuring clear progression routes and consistent, high-quality development opportunities for coaches at all levels. Drive the growth of the coaching workforce, growing overall capacity and increasing the number of full-time coaches across the badminton ecosystem. Ensure the quality, rigour, and relevance of coach education, including qualifications, CPD, and mentoring, in-line with national standards (e.g., CIMSPA, UK Coaching). Provide leadership to the Coaching Development Manager and Coaching Coordinator, ensuring effective planning, delivery, and evaluation of coaching programmes. Embed world-class coaching standards, supporting the recruitment, training, and continuous improvement of volunteer and professional coaches across both community and performance pathways. Collaborate across the organisation, ensuring coaching is integrated with talent, performance, clubs, competitions, and workforce initiatives. Build strong partnerships with external bodies (NGBs, Sport England, education providers, CIMSPA, UK Coaching) to enhance development opportunities and national alignment. Use data and insight to inform decision-making, track workforce needs, and report progress against strategic objectives. Oversee quality assurance and compliance, ensuring that all coaching delivery meets relevant national standards, and organisational policies. Other Responsibilities Undertake other duties as reasonably required, consistent with the purpose of the post. Successful Candidate Proven leadership experience in coach development within a national governing body, sport system, or comparable environment. Strong understanding of coaching workforce pathways, coach education, and coach accreditation models. Strong understanding of the business of coaching including volunteer, employed and self-employed models implemented within sports. Experience of being a coach and the ability to empathise with the workforce and the challenges they face. Demonstrated ability to implement strategy and deliver system-wide change. Experience managing teams and developing staff to achieve high performance. Deep knowledge of national standards for coaching (e.g., CIMSPA Professional Standards, UK Coaching frameworks). Evidence of enhancing coach quality and increasing coaching capacity in a sport or physical activity setting. Strong relationship-building skills with internal teams and external partners. Ability to design, evaluate, and improve workforce development programmes. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels. Comfortable using data, insight, and evaluation to drive improvement. Strong understanding of welfare, safeguarding and governance requirements related to coaching. Strong badminton technical knowledge and/or the proven ability to work with technical experts from within a sport to ensure appropriate information is incorporated across a coach development programme. Commitment to diversity, inclusion, and ensuring coaching is accessible to everyone. Diversity & Inclusion We positively celebrate Diversity & Inclusion at Badminton England. Our aim is to become the UK's most inclusive National Governing Body - for our staff and members, reflecting and connecting with the diverse communities that we serve. We want people from all walks of life to feel valued for their individuality, thrive in our business and share a sense of belonging. To find out more about D&I at Badminton England, head over to our website to read out Inclusion Strategy. Job Details Job Title: Head of Coach Development Responsible to: Sport Director Responsible for: Coaching Development Manager, and Coaching Coordinator. Office Location: National Badminton Centre, Milton Keynes (Hybrid working with minimum 2 days in the office to include Thursdays) Term: Permanent Hours: Full-time (35.58h) Salary: £48,000 - £53,000
Software Engineer - Defined Benefits Team Location: London - hybrid 50% Contract: Permanent Hours: Fulltime - 35 hours Purpose Support the DB Transformation engineering team in designing, developing, and delivering enterprise grade software built on a Python (FastAPI), React (Next.js), and Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) stack. This role plays a key part in building our service oriented data platform, ensuring scalability, reliability, and security within a regulated environment. You will work across the stack-from front end applications to containerised services-and help embed DevOps excellence and modern engineering practices across the team. Key Responsibilities Deliver high quality, secure and maintainable code using Python, React and TypeScript, aligned to business and architectural standards. Contribute to the development of a cloud native data platform running on Azure Kubernetes Service, ensuring scalability and reliability. Design and build RESTful APIs and data integration services using FastAPI, with occasional use of Go where required. Develop responsive and high performing front end applications using React, Next.js and modern component libraries. Containerise and deploy applications using Docker and Helm within Kubernetes environments. Build and maintain CI CD pipelines in Azure DevOps, embedding automation, testing and release quality. Apply Infrastructure as Code using Terraform and ensure solutions meet security and compliance standards including OWASP and data protection. Collaborate across engineering and product teams, contribute to Agile practices, support production systems and mentor junior developers. Examples of Key Activities Develop and maintain backend services using FastAPI to support core business functions. Build and enhance React and TypeScript front ends using Next.js, focusing on performance, usability and component reusability. Design, build and maintain scalable solutions across the Microsoft Power Platform including Power Apps, Dataverse, Power Pages, Power Automate and custom connectors, integrating with Azure services and APIs. Containerise and deploy applications using Docker and Helm within Azure Kubernetes Service environments. Extend and manage CI CD pipelines in Azure DevOps, embedding automated testing, linting and security scanning. Implement monitoring and observability using Azure Monitor, Grafana and structured logging to ensure system reliability. Define and provision infrastructure using Terraform, while applying secure coding practices and supporting risk and threat assessments. Collaborate with architecture and engineering teams, contribute to code reviews and testing, and support incident management and continuous improvement. What we're looking for Qualifications Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field. Desirable - Relevant certifications in Microsoft technologies and Azure are highly desirable. Experience Strong experience with React, TypeScript and Next.js alongside Python and SQL Server to build scalable applications. Proven ability to design and develop RESTful APIs for internal and external integrations. Hands on experience with Azure services including App Services, Azure SQL, Key Vault and Azure DevOps. Experience with Docker and Azure Kubernetes Service for containerisation and microservices deployment. Solid understanding of DevOps practices including CI CD pipeline design and deployment automation. Familiarity with Infrastructure as Code tools such as Terraform and ARM templates for environment management. Experience supporting production systems, including incident triage, root cause analysis and resolution of complex issues. Strong understanding of secure coding practices, OWASP principles, Agile delivery, Git, testing and code review best practices. Our behaviours At Just you'll have the opportunity to develop your career, whilst making a difference to the lives of those around you. You'll be part of a company with a strong and distinctive culture - we're ambitious, curious and collaborative - and every decision we make centres around being Just and delivering the best outcomes for our customers. What's in it for you A competitive salary, pension scheme and life assurance. 25 days annual leave plus an additional day on us for your birthday. Private medical cover and income protection, just in case. A generous and highly achievable bonus scheme. Opportunities to progress your career in role and within the company. Free access to the Headspace app, 24/7 employee assistance helpline and trained physical and mental health first aiders. A variety of employee funded benefits available via our online benefits portal. Plus, several additional purchase options available for you and your loved ones. Valuing diversity of thought and fostering a sense of belonging is critical to our business success, driving innovation and balanced decision making. Our work on DEIB (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging) aims to deliver a brilliant employee experience underpinned by a sense of belonging, where our people feel proud to work at Just. We remain committed to our publicly disclosed HM Treasury Women in Finance Charter and Race at Work Charter targets and support a wide range of employee network and events, championing issues including intergenerational working, social mobility and neurodiversity.
Apr 27, 2026
Full time
Software Engineer - Defined Benefits Team Location: London - hybrid 50% Contract: Permanent Hours: Fulltime - 35 hours Purpose Support the DB Transformation engineering team in designing, developing, and delivering enterprise grade software built on a Python (FastAPI), React (Next.js), and Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) stack. This role plays a key part in building our service oriented data platform, ensuring scalability, reliability, and security within a regulated environment. You will work across the stack-from front end applications to containerised services-and help embed DevOps excellence and modern engineering practices across the team. Key Responsibilities Deliver high quality, secure and maintainable code using Python, React and TypeScript, aligned to business and architectural standards. Contribute to the development of a cloud native data platform running on Azure Kubernetes Service, ensuring scalability and reliability. Design and build RESTful APIs and data integration services using FastAPI, with occasional use of Go where required. Develop responsive and high performing front end applications using React, Next.js and modern component libraries. Containerise and deploy applications using Docker and Helm within Kubernetes environments. Build and maintain CI CD pipelines in Azure DevOps, embedding automation, testing and release quality. Apply Infrastructure as Code using Terraform and ensure solutions meet security and compliance standards including OWASP and data protection. Collaborate across engineering and product teams, contribute to Agile practices, support production systems and mentor junior developers. Examples of Key Activities Develop and maintain backend services using FastAPI to support core business functions. Build and enhance React and TypeScript front ends using Next.js, focusing on performance, usability and component reusability. Design, build and maintain scalable solutions across the Microsoft Power Platform including Power Apps, Dataverse, Power Pages, Power Automate and custom connectors, integrating with Azure services and APIs. Containerise and deploy applications using Docker and Helm within Azure Kubernetes Service environments. Extend and manage CI CD pipelines in Azure DevOps, embedding automated testing, linting and security scanning. Implement monitoring and observability using Azure Monitor, Grafana and structured logging to ensure system reliability. Define and provision infrastructure using Terraform, while applying secure coding practices and supporting risk and threat assessments. Collaborate with architecture and engineering teams, contribute to code reviews and testing, and support incident management and continuous improvement. What we're looking for Qualifications Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field. Desirable - Relevant certifications in Microsoft technologies and Azure are highly desirable. Experience Strong experience with React, TypeScript and Next.js alongside Python and SQL Server to build scalable applications. Proven ability to design and develop RESTful APIs for internal and external integrations. Hands on experience with Azure services including App Services, Azure SQL, Key Vault and Azure DevOps. Experience with Docker and Azure Kubernetes Service for containerisation and microservices deployment. Solid understanding of DevOps practices including CI CD pipeline design and deployment automation. Familiarity with Infrastructure as Code tools such as Terraform and ARM templates for environment management. Experience supporting production systems, including incident triage, root cause analysis and resolution of complex issues. Strong understanding of secure coding practices, OWASP principles, Agile delivery, Git, testing and code review best practices. Our behaviours At Just you'll have the opportunity to develop your career, whilst making a difference to the lives of those around you. You'll be part of a company with a strong and distinctive culture - we're ambitious, curious and collaborative - and every decision we make centres around being Just and delivering the best outcomes for our customers. What's in it for you A competitive salary, pension scheme and life assurance. 25 days annual leave plus an additional day on us for your birthday. Private medical cover and income protection, just in case. A generous and highly achievable bonus scheme. Opportunities to progress your career in role and within the company. Free access to the Headspace app, 24/7 employee assistance helpline and trained physical and mental health first aiders. A variety of employee funded benefits available via our online benefits portal. Plus, several additional purchase options available for you and your loved ones. Valuing diversity of thought and fostering a sense of belonging is critical to our business success, driving innovation and balanced decision making. Our work on DEIB (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging) aims to deliver a brilliant employee experience underpinned by a sense of belonging, where our people feel proud to work at Just. We remain committed to our publicly disclosed HM Treasury Women in Finance Charter and Race at Work Charter targets and support a wide range of employee network and events, championing issues including intergenerational working, social mobility and neurodiversity.
Head of Business & Operations for Adult Social Care Our Client is looking for an Interim Head of Business & Operations for Adult Social Care Strategic Improvement & Transformation Lead the development and delivery of the ASC Improvement & Transformation Programme working with the Modernisation Programme through a clear outcome based workplan devised with the Director of Modernisation and delivered through the corporate governance structures. Translate national policy, legislation and regulatory requirements into local improvement initiatives. Oversee transformation linked to Care Act duties, safeguarding, integration, prevention and independence. Drive measurable service redesign that improves outcomes and delivers financial sustainability. Lead preparation for inspections (e.g. CQC assurance framework) and external reviews. Lead and develop strategies / procedures and guidelines to ensure clear givernance and assurance as part of ASC Operating model 2. Financial Sustainability & Performance Cordinate, Identify and deliver savings and cost-avoidance initiatives aligned to Medium-Term Financial Strategy across all ASC operational services. Lead data-driven service redesign using performance, benchmarking and demand modelling. Oversee and address areas of overspend with operational teams and implement recovery plans where required. Embed performance management frameworks to monitor impact and outcomes. 3. Programme & Change Leadership Establish and manage programme governance, risk management and reporting frameworks. Lead complex change programmes involving multiple stakeholders. Build capability in improvement methodologies (e.g. Lean, systems thinking, co-production). Provide clear reporting to senior leadership, Members and Boards. 4. Partnership & System Leadership Work collaboratively with NHS partners, voluntary sector organisations and community stakeholders. Support integration priorities (e.g. Better Care Fund, hospital discharge, community models). Represent ASC at strategic boards and cross-council transformation forums. Identify work streams and financial mapping across health partners to ensure corporate oversight Oversee the development / implementation of the s75 arrangment with NELFT to ensure the key performance indicators are deliverd and oversee the govenrance framework / strucutre is implemented. Build strong working relationships with finance, HR, digital and commissioning colleagues. 5. Culture & Workforce Development Promote strengths-based practice and person-centred approaches. Support workforce development aligned to improvement priorities. Lead engagement with staff to ensure change is understood, owned and embedded.
Apr 26, 2026
Contractor
Head of Business & Operations for Adult Social Care Our Client is looking for an Interim Head of Business & Operations for Adult Social Care Strategic Improvement & Transformation Lead the development and delivery of the ASC Improvement & Transformation Programme working with the Modernisation Programme through a clear outcome based workplan devised with the Director of Modernisation and delivered through the corporate governance structures. Translate national policy, legislation and regulatory requirements into local improvement initiatives. Oversee transformation linked to Care Act duties, safeguarding, integration, prevention and independence. Drive measurable service redesign that improves outcomes and delivers financial sustainability. Lead preparation for inspections (e.g. CQC assurance framework) and external reviews. Lead and develop strategies / procedures and guidelines to ensure clear givernance and assurance as part of ASC Operating model 2. Financial Sustainability & Performance Cordinate, Identify and deliver savings and cost-avoidance initiatives aligned to Medium-Term Financial Strategy across all ASC operational services. Lead data-driven service redesign using performance, benchmarking and demand modelling. Oversee and address areas of overspend with operational teams and implement recovery plans where required. Embed performance management frameworks to monitor impact and outcomes. 3. Programme & Change Leadership Establish and manage programme governance, risk management and reporting frameworks. Lead complex change programmes involving multiple stakeholders. Build capability in improvement methodologies (e.g. Lean, systems thinking, co-production). Provide clear reporting to senior leadership, Members and Boards. 4. Partnership & System Leadership Work collaboratively with NHS partners, voluntary sector organisations and community stakeholders. Support integration priorities (e.g. Better Care Fund, hospital discharge, community models). Represent ASC at strategic boards and cross-council transformation forums. Identify work streams and financial mapping across health partners to ensure corporate oversight Oversee the development / implementation of the s75 arrangment with NELFT to ensure the key performance indicators are deliverd and oversee the govenrance framework / strucutre is implemented. Build strong working relationships with finance, HR, digital and commissioning colleagues. 5. Culture & Workforce Development Promote strengths-based practice and person-centred approaches. Support workforce development aligned to improvement priorities. Lead engagement with staff to ensure change is understood, owned and embedded.
