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We are working with a provider of social housing to assist them with the recruitment of a permanent Contracts Surveyor. Duties & Responsibilities will include: Operational responsibility for the delivery of all responsive, void, planned, capital investment and service chargeable maintenance activities within a designated area. Forming and maintaining long-term relationships with key supply chain partners in delivering programmes of planned investment, major repair projects and responsive maintenance to create a seamless service with shared values. Ensuring that all projects/works are undertaken in safe and CDM compliant manner. Liaising with design consultants, managing agents, local authorities, and/or other construction related professionals as required Producing specifications/schedules of works and carrying out localised procurement for suitable projects To apply for this position, we are looking for: Proven experience of operating long-term partnering contracts. delivering large scale programmes of Capital Investment component works on time and to budget across a wide geographical area. delivering a responsive/void/ service-charge maintenance service. A full understanding of CDM compliance. Significant quality control and on-site project management experience. Knowledge of building components, diagnosis of building defects, building/contract law, building regulations. A full UK driving license / car with the ability to drive as and when required by the business. To apply for this position, please forward your updated CV, or contact Natasha for more information

Estimating Engineer Department: Commercial / Engineering Reporting To: Lead Estimating Engineer Location: Welham Green, Hertfordshire Company Overview Our client is a long-established UK designer and manufacturer of gear systems and specialist gearboxes. Established in 1880 s, the company has been long associated with the supply of precision gears to companies in various industries across the world. The company is certified to AS9100 Rev D and accredited to Nadcap special process EDM machining. They are a specialist in the aerospace and defence power transmission field and has an in-house design and technical department to call upon for the development, prototype and manufacture of systems and assemblies serving aerospace, military, medical and other industries. They are part of MTI Motion wholly owned by Steel Partners Holdings L.P. (NYSE: SPLP) is a global diversified holding company that owns and operates businesses in a variety of industries. Overview This is an exciting opportunity to join our client s growing business, to inspire their people, and ensure their vision, a positive culture and their values are fully embedded in the company. In the short-term, success will be defined by a speedy establishment of gravitas and credentials in a business that requires significant change. In the medium term, their levels of service to existing customers and onboarding of new are to lead to exciting growth. In the long term, the company is looking for the future leaders to lead the company to become market leading gear specialist and manufacturer. Why Join Our Client? You will enjoy a stimulating, rewarding and high-profile role offering wide scope to truly add value and influence their future. There is a lot to do so, provided you enjoy a challenge, are comfortable driving change agendas and are people focused, you will thrive at our client. Our Client s Culture at Work They pursue excellence in all they do. Their customers, their team and stakeholders deserve their very best effort 100% of the time. They strive to exceed customer expectations, create engaging and rewarding environment for their team and deliver committed value to their stakeholders. They are place where ideas are heard, focus is on action, team members respect each other and make impact together. Our Client s Values Teamwork: An ability to work together with others to accomplish a common goal that cannot be accomplished alone. Respect: Valuing something and acting in a way that shows you care about its wellbeing. Integrity: Aligning your values and actions by doing what is right, ALWAYS. Commitment: Overcoming obstacles and persistently pursuing a worthy goal. Role and Responsibilities: Prepare accurate cost estimates for customers. Prepare quotes, compile bids and assist in agreeing contracts. Create routings and BOMs in ERP for quoted products. Interpret customer requirements including technical drawings to develop subcontracting requirements and internal manufacturing routings and develop transparent cost structure liaising with procurement, engineering and manufacturing teams. Collaborate on developing the most cost-effective manufacturing methods. Assists with evaluating cost structure for existing customers. Provide cost estimates during change process. Assist with tracking actual costs vs quoted costs and provide information for pricing change / manufacturing improvements. Assist in identifying and investigating cost reduction opportunities in manufacturing processes through cost analysis review. Prepare cost analysis, reports, and other necessary documentation as required. Analyse supplier quotes and liaise with procurement targeting cost optimisation. Comply with company health, safety and environmental policies and procedures to ensure the safety and wellbeing of self, staff, and visitors. Work and act in accordance with company policy and procedures. This job description is not intended to be a complete list of responsibilities and tasks and can be amended at any time according to the business requirements. Key Skills: Mechanical engineering technical skills. Planning and organisation skills. Creating routings and BOMs. Communication and interpersonal skills. Commercial awareness and financial analytics. Advanced Microsoft Excel. Ability to work and proactively contribute as a part of cross-functional teams. Assertive, resilient and welcomes change. Engages interest and participation of others and has a collaborative approach to working with others. Actively committed to development, self-aware and optimistic. Knowledge and experience with AS9100 are preferred. Knowledge of estimating software package is preferred. Essential Qualifications and Experience: Minimum three years of experience in a cost estimating position and routings / BOM creation in precision engineering CNC industry. Minimum five years of experience working in the precision engineering industry technical positions. Mechanical engineering qualification, preferably at degree level or five years of relevant work experience. Experience in working as a part of cross functional team. Previous exposure in the gear and gear actuation product sectors would be an advantage.

Your new company A large, complex organisation operating in a regulated environment, delivering essential services at scale. The organisation has a strong focus on governance, value for money, and collaborative working across finance, commercial, and operational teams. Your new role You will be responsible for an in-house buying function, delivering low to medium value procurement activity end to end while supporting higher value, more complex projects through shared services.Acting as a trusted business partner, you'll advise senior stakeholders on procurement strategy, commercial risk, and contract management. The role includes ownership of the contracts register and pipeline. What you'll need to succeed Experience working in a procurement or commissioning environment Proven delivery of low to medium value tenders end to end Knowledge of procurement regulations, contract law, and risk Confidence engaging and influencing senior stakeholders Excellent written and verbal communication skills Working towards or holding a recognised procurement qualification Comfortable operating with autonomy What you'll get in return A visible, high impact procurement role Role with scope to influence outcomes Hybrid and flexible working Strong benefits and long term career stability A role with genuine purpose and organisational impact What you need to do now If you're an experienced procurement professional looking to step into a true business-partnering role click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

AIOI R&D Lab, developing AI solutions and products to solve societal problems, is looking for a Personal Assistant to take responsibility on supporting administrative works for executives and employees. As Personal Assistant, you will provide high-level administrative and operational support to company executives, ensuring the smooth coordination of executive activities, meetings, and contractual processes. This role requires strong organisational skills, professionalism, and the ability to manage sensitive information while working collaboratively with the Office Manager and wider business functions. If you're ready to take your career to the next level, apply now and join AIOI R&D Lab in making a lasting, positive impact. Apply today! Responsibilities: Manage and coordinate visits by guests and business partners hosted by company executives. Arrange and coordinate company meetings, including scheduling participants, securing meeting rooms, distributing invitations, and providing on-site support on the day of meetings. Process expense requests related to executive activities and third-party contracts. Manage, organise, and maintain company contract documentation and oversee contract template management. Responsibilities under the direction of the Office Manager: Process expense payments in a timely and accurate manner. Support office administration and office supply procurement to ensure smooth daily operations. Knowledge, Experience & Qualifications Essential Bachelor s degree. Experience in a Personal Assistant or similar administrative role. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams). Native-level English proficiency. Strong organisational, communication, and time-management skills. High level of professionalism, discretion, and attention to detail. Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Desirable Ability to read and write Japanese. Experience working in an international or Japanese corporate environment. regulations). Why Join Us? We're all about helping you grow, with plenty of support to develop in your current role whilst also creating opportunities to explore new ones and advance your career. We realise that we need to be a good fit for you above all else so here s what you can enjoy about AND-E: Recognised as the Best Large Insurance Employer: We are proud to have been named the Best Large Insurance Employer for 2023 at the prestigious British Insurance Awards. Unmatched Work-Life Balance. Competitive Salaries and Benefits Package: We offer competitive salaries that recognise your skills and expertise. We champion choice, flexibility, and balance in both work and home life. Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion ensures everyone feels valued and supported including embracing neurodiversity and providing the tools needed to thrive. We like to think our benefits package is one of the best, focusing on colleagues health, wealth, and lifestyle. We offer: Up to 28 Days annual leave with the option to buy/sell up to 5 days holiday Healix Private Medical Insurance Options 3 x Annual Salary Life Assurance A range of health, wellbeing, and financial support benefits, including money back on health expenses, Employee Assistance Programme, Flu Jab voucher, Virtual GP service, and driving lessons for you and your family. Additional perks such as a pension advisory service, family-friendly policies, season ticket loan , cycle scheme , and financial flexibility through Wagestream . Subject to company performance and completion of probation Aioi Nissay Dowa Europe is committed to promoting equal opportunities in employment. Employees and job applicants will receive equal treatment regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation (Protected Characteristics) At AND-E, equal opportunity is more than a policy it s a promise. We welcome applications from all individuals regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, race, religion, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic. Reasonable adjustments: If you require any adjustments to support you during our recruitment process, please let us know. We re committed to making the process accessible and are happy to help.

Project Administrator London (Southwark office-based) Salary: Up to £34,000 + Benefits Full-time Mon Fri (WFH Fridays) Attega is partnering exclusively with a specialist provider of healthcare environment services to recruit a Project Administrator to join their growing London team. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a professional, fast-paced environment supporting the delivery of high-quality projects across healthcare settings. The role is primarily office-based (4 days on-site), with flexibility to work from home on Fridays. The Role You will play a key role in supporting project delivery and business operations, ensuring everything runs smoothly across administration, compliance, and document control. Working closely with the Operations Director and Project Managers, you ll be responsible for keeping projects organised, compliant, and on track. Key Responsibilities Project & Executive Support Provide day-to-day admin support to senior leadership and project teams Prepare reports, presentations, and meeting documentation Take and distribute meeting minutes Compile contractor proposals and project documentation packs Maintain document registers and distribute project information Document Control & Project Coordination Manage document control processes across multiple projects Set up and administer projects on systems such as Procore Track project progress, key deliverables, and deadlines Prepare and issue progress reports and meeting packs Office & Operations Management Oversee daily office operations and facilities Coordinate company insurance and fleet administration Support procurement of site setup requirements Compliance & Governance Maintain company accreditations (ISO, CHAS, ESG, etc.) Coordinate audits, renewals, and compliance documentation Ensure all H&S documentation (RAMS, etc.) is in place and up to date What We re Looking For Essential: Strong administrative and organisational skills High attention to detail, particularly within compliance and documentation Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment Confident communicator (written and verbal) Proficient in Microsoft Office Experience with document control or project systems (e.g. Procore) Experience: Background in administration, operations, or business support Experience supporting senior stakeholders or directors Understanding of compliance frameworks (ISO, CHAS, etc.) Experience within construction, healthcare, or project environments (desirable) Why Apply? Join a specialist, growing business within the healthcare sector Varied and impactful role with real ownership Supportive and collaborative team environment Hybrid flexibility (WFH Fridays) Competitive salary and benefits package

£46.20 via Umbrella or £34.53 per hour PAYE; based in Filton; 35 hours a week; until March 2027 A Finance Business Partner is required to work for a £4bn turnover aerospace company with many stakeholders relying on the timeliness and accuracy of the financial information. The role sits within the Procurement Detail Parts area and the finance controlling role is part of a wider trans-national team but will be expected to be capable of working independently as a Business Partner for Long Bed and Short Bed Detail Parts Procurement delivering £280m across the business' programmes annually. The Business Partner work is varied and requires strong communication and analytical skills. There will be both recurring and ad-hoc activities, on which there will be a drive to make the processes leaner, together with project based opportunities. Job Description: - Business Partner and MFT Lead for Finance for the Procurement Operational Team for Long Bed and Short Bed Detail Parts. - Providing Financial Direction for the Long Bed and Short Bed Commercial Strategy. - Lead the financial decision process to support commercial decision making in the tendering of detail parts and the subsequent impact of tendering decisions on the financial health and performance of the detail parts supply chain. - Support the PMDW team with Supplier Negotiations and Claims. - Support the PM Team on mergers and acquisitions to deliver identified synergies and opportunities within the overall business strategy for the company and PM Detail Parts. - Drive the annual budget and quarterly forecast process across Detail Parts Procurement, ensuring robust financial planning and consistency with company financial objectives. - Working closely with the Detail Parts management in defining / proposing the list of improvement projects eligible for inclusion in the budget assumption pack for the business units, validating the relevant financial information (sizing, business case & ROI) for decision making. - Manage the provision of robust and topical financial reporting to local & central operational / controlling teams to ensure visibility of performance versus target and early warning of potential financial risks. - Challenge operational performance and support / advise management in achieving their targets by driving improvement measures and mitigation actions on all financial topics. - Drive the business cases / proposals for operational investments and performance improvement projects, ensuring robust challenge of assumptions and financial evaluations. - Financial controlling activity in the categories: Recurring Cost, Inventory, Non-Recurring Cost and Capex Jigs / Tools (on request). The role will involve liaison with key stakeholders within the business and they will include: - Local and central controlling / management accounting teams / central operational managers. - Head of Procurement Materials and Detail Parts - Head of Procurement Detail Parts - Head of Procurement Detail Parts Long Bed and Short Bed - UK cost / financial accounting teams. - A major challenge for this role will be working effectively in a matrix organisation with multiple interfaces requiring continuous stakeholder management. - A major challenge for this role will be negotiating with Procurement Suppliers on key financial topics and performance improvement plans Requirements: The successful candidate will be a Qualified Accountant Preferred (CIMA), with several years PQE in a manufacturing or commercial environment. - Knowledge and experience in SAP or equivalent financial reporting tools. - Ability to work in a dynamic, enthusiastic multi-functional team and to contribute with a positive, proactive mindset. - Ability to work independently across varied financial activities - Strong communication skills multiple stakeholders at different levels and in different countries. - Ability to present financial status to key stakeholders and board members - Commercial Negotiation Skills. - Continuous improvement mindset. CIMA; ACCA; FCCA; ACMA; GCMA; ACA; AAT; project accountant; management accountant; reporting accountant; finance manager; finance business partner; procurement; finance controller; FPA; forecasting; audits; SAP; stakeholder management

On behalf of our client, we are seeking to recruit a Procurement Finance Business Partner on an initial 10-month contract. As the Procurement Finance Business Partner, you will be part of a wider transnational team, leading the financial decision-making process to support commercial outcomes in the tendering of detail parts. You will also assess the financial impact of tendering decisions on the overall health and performance of the detail parts supply chain. Role: Procurement Finance Business Partner Pay: 46.20 per hour Via Umbrella Location: Filton Contract: Monday - Friday 35 Hours per week, 10 Months contract IR35 Status: Inside Security Clearance : BPSS Responsibilities Manage the provision of robust and topical financial reporting to local & central operational / controlling teams to ensure visibility of performance versus target and early warning of potential financial risks. Challenge operational performance and support / advise management in achieving their targets by driving improvement measures and mitigation actions on all financial topics. Drive the business cases / proposals for operational investments and performance improvement projects, ensuring robust challenge of assumptions and financial evaluations. Financial controlling activity in the categories: Recurring Cost, Inventory, Non-Recurring Cost and Capex Jigs / Tools (on request). Support the PM Team on mergers and acquisitions to deliver identified synergies and opportunities within the overall business strategy for the company and PM Detail Parts. Drive the annual budget and quarterly forecast process across Detail Parts Procurement, ensuring robust financial planning and consistency with company financial objectives. Working closely with the Detail Parts management in defining / proposing the list of improvement projects eligible for inclusion in the budget assumption pack for the business units, validating the relevant financial information (sizing, business case & ROI) for decision making. Requirements Qualified Accountant Preferred (CIMA), with at least a minimum of 5 years PQE in a manufacturing or commercial environment. Knowledge and experience in SAP or equivalent financial reporting tools. Ability to work in a dynamic, enthusiastic multi-functional team and to contribute with a positive, proactive mindset. Ability to work independently across varied financial activities Strong communication skills - multiple stakeholders at different levels and in different countries. Ability to present financial status to key stakeholders and board members Commercial Negotiation Skills. Continuous improvement mindset. 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!"

Workplace: ITV London, White City + Hybrid - expectation is 2-3 days in the office per week. The team The Group Procurement team plays a vital role in supporting ITV's strategy to transform and grow the business. This includes driving the delivery of our multi-year cost saving programme and ensuring ITV delivers maximum value from its investments being made to digitally transform the business. The ITV Studios & Production Procurement team partners with stakeholders on high profile, complex projects spanning production technology, post production, studios, equipment and facilities whilst supporting travel management across ITV. The Procurement Business Partner will be part of a high performing collaborative team operating at the core of ITV Studios' global production business. The role We're looking for a commercially focused Procurement Business Partner - ITV Studios & Production to join the team on a permanent basis. Reporting to the Director of Procurement, you will act as a strategic partner to senior stakeholders, proactively and positively shaping procurement decisions across some of ITV Studios' most critical and high profile projects. This role goes beyond traditional procurement. You'll bring insight, dynamic ideas and commercial thinking to the table - enabling the business to drive innovation, unlock value and deliver long term savings. You'll lead procurement activity across complex categories and projects, working closely with stakeholders to balance local needs with wider group priorities. Some of your key day to day responsibilities will include: Developing and maintaining a strong understanding of ITV Studios and productions, including operational challenges and strategic priorities Developing and delivering sourcing strategies across key production related categories Leading end to end procurement activity, including tenders, supplier evaluation and commercial negotiations Analysing spend, market trends and supplier landscapes to inform strategic decisions Managing supplier relationships, driving performance, governance and continuous improvement Supporting delivery of cost saving initiatives and tracking savings in partnership with Finance Leading procurement workstreams across major transformation and production projects Supporting identification, mitigation and monitoring of key third party risks, ensuring ITV's Social Purpose standards and targets are upheld. Contributing to the digital transformation of the business, demonstrating curiosity and practical application of innovative technology, data and Gen AI to unlock value opportunities and enhance procurement processes. Proactively contributing to the continuous improvement of Procurement's processes, tools and capabilities. Skills you'll need (minimum criteria) Significant procurement experience (typically 5+ years) within a complex organisation Proven track record delivering strategic sourcing initiatives and leading high profile procurement projects Experience working on transformation or large scale change programmes Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence Other things we're looking for (key criteria) Commercially minded, able to translate strategy into practical, value driven outcomes Strong analytical capability, able to generate insights from multiple data sources Confident leading cross functional teams and working across complex stakeholder groups Curious and forward thinking, with an interest in innovation, technology and Gen AI Resilient and adaptable, comfortable working in a fast paced and evolving environment Collaborative team player who builds strong, trusted relationships Organised and able to manage multiple priorities and projects effectively Continuous improvement mindset, always looking for ways to enhance processes and outcomes Please note, on occasion we may receive a very large volume of applications which means applications for a role may close earlier than the referenced closing date. We'd encourage you to apply as soon as possible if interested.

We have an excellent contract job opportunity for Category Lead (Software) for our leading airline client. Purpose of the role Lead the procurement spend across a range of software and related services. Managing a range of software suppliers including niche providers.Working across a complex organisation of multiple operating companies, ensuring the delivery of effective, robust and compliant procurement that delivers the business plan while maximising the Group's buying power.Lead procurement strategic activities, including category planning, sourcing, risk management and act as a single point of contact for senior stakeholders.Delivery of big strategic procurement programmes end to end. Contract - 14 months (3 months rolling contract) Location - Waterside (UB7 0GB) Hybrid - 2 to 3 days per week on-site Pay - attractive daily rate (inside IR35) Your responsibilities Responsibility for developing and implementing a 3-5 year category plan for the given sub-category. Responsibility for developing and implementing local and global sourcing strategies for all external spend-related activity. Management of stakeholder relationships in all operating companies, ensuring appropriately robust challenge while delivering the operating companies' business plans. Manage supplier risk to protect the operating companies and the Group from financial, operational and reputational damage. Provide commercial innovation to internal stakeholders through interaction with the supply base. Work with internal stakeholders and external suppliers to resolve commercial and contractual disputes; in particular suppliers with high complexity and/or high spend. Support operating companies' tier 1 (high strategic/high risk/high spend) projects. Work with strategic suppliers to grow and develop supplier markets. Through liaison with the Procurement Operations Centre and operating company stakeholders, ensure supplier performance management is robust, effective and compliant. Work alongside business areas to identify, challenge, harmonise and simplify specifications and processes across the operating companies to ensure that group's buying power is maximised. Ensure that all procurement activity is carried out in line with Group and operating company governance principles. Develop effective working relations with key interfaces across the Group and operating companies, including line, finance, legal and other stakeholders. Take an active role in cross-departmental strategic and leadership activities. Your skills, experience and qualifications Degree and/or ability to demonstrate strong knowledge of working in IT Procurement, preferably with Software. Previous experience delivering key strategic procurement programmes. Strong, demonstrable commercial expertise including contract negotiation and dispute resolution. Strong aptitude and knowledge across the full commodity lifecycle and awareness of market trends and suppliers. Strong business and financial acumen with the ability to evaluate, analyse and solve problems. Ability to influence, align diverse views and gain consensus, providing clarity and direction on what is to be achieved and break down barriers that get in the way ofeffective team working. Ability to prioritise, maintain clear focus and provide direction in constant ambiguity and change, using knowledge, judgment, resilience and courage to resolve conflicting priorities and manage crises. Ability to operate effectively in an environment with tight deadlines, finite resource and uncertainty. Senior level experience of partnering with Senior Leaders and Executives in a fast-moving and agile business environment. Senior level experience in Procurement gathered in a complex global organisation. Experience of working in an environment of change involving people, process, policy and technology. Experience managing teams for success across multiple countries and cultures. Willingness to travel and work in a multi-site/location environment. 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, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Talent Solutions is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited and acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Date Posted: 2026-04-20 Country: United Kingdom Location: Winnersh, Wokingham Position Role Type: Hybrid At RTX, the world largest aerospace and defence company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world's most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world. Collins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced, intelligent solutions that help redefine the aerospace and defence industry. With a comprehensive portfolio and deep technical expertise, we help customers meet the demands of the global market. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defence. The Role: Strategic Defence Solutions is a strategic business unit of Collins Aerospace specialising in the supply of mission-critical systems enabling military, government, and civil customers to complete their most complex missions safely and successfully. Reporting to the BMC2&N ( Battle Management, Command & Control and Networks) Director of Business Development, we are looking to hire an experienced Senior Business Development professional on a hybrid basis located in Winnersh, UK, focused on identifying, qualifying, and winning new business in the strategically important Battlespace Digitisation and Air Defence C2 market. This is a critical, challenging and high-profile role that will require skilled influencing of senior military customers and internal Collins executive stakeholders. The successful candidate will also need to be comfortable communicating outside of Mission Systems to build partnerships with other parts of the RTX corporation including Raytheon UK. What You Will Do: The Business Development Manager will interface with external and internal stakeholders and be responsible for understanding Concept of Operations, requirements, investments, and acquisition plans of UK Defence, focused on the MOD Tri-service Commands, Defence Digital, and relevant primes and integrators. The Business Development Manager will coordinate all BMC2&N UK, NATO, and greater European opportunities. The role is focused on identifying and incubating a pipeline of new business opportunities, influencing, and shaping customers' requirements, leading pursuit order capture campaigns, and recommending compelling win strategies to senior internal stakeholders. Owning significant order intake is a key responsibility while collaborating with pursuit order capture team members across Business Development and other functions. Accountability for annual and 5-year prospect pipeline, conversion to pursuit(s), accurate forecasting and meeting order intake commitments over the 5 year SFP period. Leading MiS Battlespace Digitisation and Air Defence Enablement C2 pursuits in the UK. Building winning value propositions aligned to multiple Mission Systems value stream portfolios. Leading teams to develop critical win strategies to address UK Social Value and Sovereign onshore requirements along with the associated business case(s) to justify business investment. Developing a growth pipeline of new product, system, and prime system integration opportunities through a comprehensive customer network of contacts, application of operational analysis, knowledge of military doctrine, requirements analysis and an understanding of MoD investment plans. Working collaboratively as a team to execute the Pursuit Order Capture (POC) process to contract award Supporting the development of competitive assessments, Price to Win and Win Strategies. Leading large Pursuit Order Capture teams to capture strategic pursuits, building and expand relationships and customer affinity across key stakeholders and decision makers in Government, end-user communities, OEMs, Primes and/or System Integrators. Supporting the analysis of competitors' strategy and development of counter strategies. Conduct customer needs assessment, develop and execute key relationship and influencing plans. Working with colleagues to formulate solutions to grow Mission Systems business in the UK. Support of the 5-year strategic and financial planning process Working collaboratively with key internal stakeholders in the U.S., UK, Canada and Australia. Providing SME advice to BD Managers in other NATO/FVEYS countries. Demonstration of the following behaviours: customer focus, effective communication, a competitive nature, critical thinking, confident decision making, collaborative team working, sense of urgency, persistence, and courage of conviction. Qualifications You Must Have: University degree and/or prior relevant experience Extensive knowledge and experience of the military market environment in the UK. Must have knowledge of UK Defence budget, programmes and requirements development, acquisition, and in-service support process, with a demonstrated ability to match the customer's requirements with relevant solutions. Strong network within the UK OEMs/Prime integrators in the Defence market and at least two of the following front line commands British Army, Navy, Air Force, Strategic Command and/or Defence Digital, DE&S plus other relevant government departments. Proven track record in pursuing and winning significant and complex Defence programmes in the UK Must either hold or be eligible for an appropriate UK MoD Security Clearance Experience in one or more of the following: Resilient Communications and Networking; Command and Control (C2) systems or Command, Control, Communications, Computers (C4); Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance (ISR); Air Defence C2 Systems; or Fires Control. Strategic thinking and leadership skills Strong communication skills, demonstrated ability to solve customer problems and to be a customer advocate Passion for winning new competitive business Ability to regularly travel in the UK and Internationally Military operations or government procurement background/experience Qualifications We Prefer: Master's degree, MBA or other relevant post-graduate degree Experience in and knowledge of program management, marketing, strategy and Business Development. What We Offer: Competitive Compensation Package 25 days Annual Leave + Public Holidays + option to buy / sell up to 5 days per year Generous Employer Contribution Pension Scheme with 2:1 matched contributions up to 10% Private Medical Insurance Health & Wellbeing Cash Plan - (dental/optical/therapy/chiropody/health screening) Life Assurance & Group Income protection scheme participation Professional Development & Growth Support with professional fees Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Employee Discounts & Flexible Benefits Platform Employee Recognition & Referral Bonuses and much more! Learn More & Apply Now! Please ensure the role type defined below is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role. This position is classified as Hybrid: Employees who are working in Hybrid roles will work regularly both onsite and offsite. Ratio of time working onsite will be determined in partnership with your leader. 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Date Posted: 2026-04-20 Country: United Kingdom Location: Winnersh, Wokingham Position Role Type: Hybrid At RTX, the world largest aerospace and defence company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world's most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world. Collins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced, intelligent solutions that help redefine the aerospace and defence industry. With a comprehensive portfolio and deep technical expertise, we help customers meet the demands of the global market. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defence. The Role: Strategic Defence Solutions is a strategic business unit of Collins Aerospace specialising in the supply of mission-critical systems enabling military, government, and civil customers to complete their most complex missions safely and successfully. Reporting to the BMC2&N ( Battle Management, Command & Control and Networks) Director of Business Development, we are looking to hire an experienced Senior Business Development professional on a hybrid basis located in Winnersh, UK, focused on identifying, qualifying, and winning new business in the strategically important Battlespace Digitisation and Air Defence C2 market. This is a critical, challenging and high-profile role that will require skilled influencing of senior military customers and internal Collins executive stakeholders. The successful candidate will also need to be comfortable communicating outside of Mission Systems to build partnerships with other parts of the RTX corporation including Raytheon UK. What You Will Do: The Business Development Manager will interface with external and internal stakeholders and be responsible for understanding Concept of Operations, requirements, investments, and acquisition plans of UK Defence, focused on the MOD Tri-service Commands, Defence Digital, and relevant primes and integrators. The Business Development Manager will coordinate all BMC2&N UK, NATO, and greater European opportunities. The role is focused on identifying and incubating a pipeline of new business opportunities, influencing, and shaping customers' requirements, leading pursuit order capture campaigns, and recommending compelling win strategies to senior internal stakeholders. Owning significant order intake is a key responsibility while collaborating with pursuit order capture team members across Business Development and other functions. Accountability for annual and 5-year prospect pipeline, conversion to pursuit(s), accurate forecasting and meeting order intake commitments over the 5 year SFP period. Leading MiS Battlespace Digitisation and Air Defence Enablement C2 pursuits in the UK. Building winning value propositions aligned to multiple Mission Systems value stream portfolios. Leading teams to develop critical win strategies to address UK Social Value and Sovereign onshore requirements along with the associated business case(s) to justify business investment. Developing a growth pipeline of new product, system, and prime system integration opportunities through a comprehensive customer network of contacts, application of operational analysis, knowledge of military doctrine, requirements analysis and an understanding of MoD investment plans. Working collaboratively as a team to execute the Pursuit Order Capture (POC) process to contract award Supporting the development of competitive assessments, Price to Win and Win Strategies. Leading large Pursuit Order Capture teams to capture strategic pursuits, building and expand relationships and customer affinity across key stakeholders and decision makers in Government, end-user communities, OEMs, Primes and/or System Integrators. Supporting the analysis of competitors' strategy and development of counter strategies. Conduct customer needs assessment, develop and execute key relationship and influencing plans. Working with colleagues to formulate solutions to grow Mission Systems business in the UK. Support of the 5-year strategic and financial planning process Working collaboratively with key internal stakeholders in the U.S., UK, Canada and Australia. Providing SME advice to BD Managers in other NATO/FVEYS countries. Demonstration of the following behaviours: customer focus, effective communication, a competitive nature, critical thinking, confident decision making, collaborative team working, sense of urgency, persistence, and courage of conviction. Qualifications You Must Have: University degree and/or prior relevant experience Extensive knowledge and experience of the military market environment in the UK. Must have knowledge of UK Defence budget, programmes and requirements development, acquisition, and in-service support process, with a demonstrated ability to match the customer's requirements with relevant solutions. Strong network within the UK OEMs/Prime integrators in the Defence market and at least two of the following front line commands British Army, Navy, Air Force, Strategic Command and/or Defence Digital, DE&S plus other relevant government departments. Proven track record in pursuing and winning significant and complex Defence programmes in the UK Must either hold or be eligible for an appropriate UK MoD Security Clearance Experience in one or more of the following: Resilient Communications and Networking; Command and Control (C2) systems or Command, Control, Communications, Computers (C4); Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance (ISR); Air Defence C2 Systems; or Fires Control. Strategic thinking and leadership skills Strong communication skills, demonstrated ability to solve customer problems and to be a customer advocate Passion for winning new competitive business Ability to regularly travel in the UK and Internationally Military operations or government procurement background/experience Qualifications We Prefer: Master's degree, MBA or other relevant post-graduate degree Experience in and knowledge of program management, marketing, strategy and Business Development. What We Offer: Competitive Compensation Package 25 days Annual Leave + Public Holidays + option to buy / sell up to 5 days per year Generous Employer Contribution Pension Scheme with 2:1 matched contributions up to 10% Private Medical Insurance Health & Wellbeing Cash Plan - (dental/optical/therapy/chiropody/health screening) Life Assurance & Group Income protection scheme participation Professional Development & Growth Support with professional fees Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Employee Discounts & Flexible Benefits Platform Employee Recognition & Referral Bonuses and much more! Learn More & Apply Now! Please ensure the role type defined below is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role. This position is classified as Hybrid: Employees who are working in Hybrid roles will work regularly both onsite and offsite. Ratio of time working onsite will be determined in partnership with your leader. 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We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Assistant Financial Accountant to join our finance team in Melton, UK. This role supports the Financial Controller and Senior Operations Finance Manager in delivering accurate financial reporting, inventory management, cost analysis, and financial controls within a manufacturing environment. The position works closely with finance, sales, production, procurement, and warehouse teams to ensure accurate financial data, maintain strong internal controls, and support business decision-making. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with SAP experience and an interest in manufacturing finance and costing who is looking to develop their career within a dynamic business. Key Responsibilities Support the Financial Controller and Senior Operations Finance Manager with core finance activities including intercompany reconciliations, balance sheet reconciliations, invoice runs, and financial reporting. Assist with the preparation of monthly management accounts, financial reports, and month-end/year-end close processes. Deputise for the Operations Finance Manager, ensuring accuracy across production processes, investigating production order costing, and maintaining ERP updates. Support manufacturing cost analysis and variance reporting, maintaining and updating standard costing data within SAP. Manage inventory accounting and stock reconciliations, including producing monthly inventory reserve calculations in line with group policy and updating SAP accordingly. Support stock take activities across sites, including pre-count preparation, audit oversight, and investigation of stock discrepancies. Reconcile production paperwork to SAP, investigating quantity and value differences to ensure data accuracy and completeness. Act as Internal Audit Control Owner for production processes, carrying out monthly reconciliations, running audit reports, updating samples, and maintaining audit records. Partner with the Sales team to provide margin analysis, commissions calculations, and maintain relevant ERP records. Manage overdue accounts and credit control support, including bad debt monitoring and customer/vendor account management. Prepare monthly commission journals and reconciliations for sales agents. Manage freight processes, including purchase order booking and maintaining monthly freight accruals. Support budgeting and forecasting activities and maintain financial records in line with company policies. Key Requirements Previous experience in a finance or accounting role. Studying towards or interested in studying a professional accounting qualification such as ACA, ACCA, or CIMA. Experience using SAP or similar ERP systems. Strong Excel and analytical skills. High level of accuracy and attention to detail. Ability to work to tight deadlines during month-end processes. Strong communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to work cross-functionally. Desirable Experience Experience in a manufacturing or production environment. Knowledge of standard costing, cost analysis, or inventory accounting. Experience working with large data sets in Excel. What We Offer Competitive salary and benefits package Opportunities for career progression within finance A supportive and collaborative working environment If you are a motivated finance professional looking to build your career within a supportive and dynamic team, we encourage you to apply. Apply now by submitting your CV

We're looking for Quantity Surveyors to join our Southern Water team based in Falmer and Chatham. Location: Falmer / Chatham - remote working available, with 3 days to be based at site. Hours: FTE is 40 hours - we can consider condensed working, part-time, or job share We are unable to offer certificates of sponsorship to any candidates in this role Join our exciting £3.1bn Strategic Development Partnership with Southern Water, where you'll play a vital role in our Commercial team. This opportunity offers the chance to contribute to meaningful water infrastructure projects while developing your career in a supportive environment that values your input and wellbeing. What will you be responsible for? As a Quantity Surveyor, you'll be working within the Commercial team, supporting them in controlling costs and maximizing value. Your day to day will include: Managing project finances including preparing applications for payment and monitoring project costs Building relationships with subcontractors and clients to ensure smooth financial processes Supporting procurement activities and providing commercial evaluations Identifying changes and supporting the Change Control procedures Ensuring all contractual notifications are correctly in place What are we looking for? This role of a Quantity Surveyor is great for you if: You have experience with NEC contracts with Target Costs You enjoy collaborative working and building relationships across teams You have experience in the construction, water or civil infrastructure sectors You're comfortable with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel You have strong communication skills and enjoy working with clients We're all about finding potential here at Kier, and transferrable skills are always welcome! So, even if you don't tick every box, please apply and we can have a chat. If you would like to explore more about the incredible growth and scale of our water business, dive into our diverse project portfolios, and uncover both current and future career opportunities. You can see more information about our water business here . There's never been a better time to get involved, register your interest today and take the first step toward a rewarding career with us! Rewards and benefits We're proud to be able to offer our brilliant people a wide variety of benefits that you can tailor to your needs. You can see more information of benefits here . Diversity and inclusion Making Kier a diverse and inclusive place to work is a huge priority for us. We're proud of the steps we've taken so far, but we know we must always do more. Our employees are key in shaping Kier's diversity and inclusion initiatives and our people have made a huge impact on how we work, by using their experiences to shape our policies. You can see our D&I action plan here . As a Disability Confident employer, we will ensure that a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants that meet the minimum criteria for this role will be offered an interview. We look forward to seeing your application to .

Job Title: Commercial Lead Location: Manchester (with regular travel to Leeds weekly/fortnightly) (60% on site) Contract Duration : 31/3/27 Daily Rate: £ 700/day (Umbrella Maximum) IR35 Status: Inside IR35 Key Responsibilities Provide strategic commercial leadership across a high-profile digital programme Lead and support delivery model assessment at a programme/enterprise level Manage and influence senior stakeholders (Director level through to operational teams) Ensure strong programme governance, assurance, and compliance Support and oversee end-to-end procurement activity Work across cross-functional teams to drive alignment and delivery outcomes Operate effectively in a high-visibility, assurance-driven environment Essential Experience HMT Green Book business cases (hands-on experience essential) Public Accounts (PA) 2023 exposure Working within large, complex public sector programmes End-to-end procurement and commercial lifecycle management Operating in high-assurance/governance environments Influencing and challenging senior stakeholders Experience with CCS frameworks Desirable Experience Experience in large-scale programme procurements MCIPS qualification Familiarity with Atamis procurement system Key Skills Strategic thinking and programme-level insight Strong stakeholder engagement and communication Commercial acumen and procurement expertise Governance and assurance oversight Ability to operate in ambiguity and at pace Disability Confident As a member of the disability confident scheme, CLIENT guarantees to interview all candidates who have a disability and who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy. In cases where we have a high volume of candidates who have a disability who meet all the essential criteria, we will interview the best candidates from within that group. Armed Forces Covenant CLIENT is proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant and as such, we guarantee to interview all veterans or spouses / partners of military personnel who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy. In cases where we have a high volume of ex-military candidates / military spouses or partners, who meet all of the essential criteria, we will interview the best candidates from within that group. If you qualify for the above, please notify us on (phone number removed). We will be in touch to discuss your suitability and arrange your Guaranteed Interview. Should you require reasonable adjustments at any point during the recruitment process or if there is a more accessible way for us to communicate, please do let me know. To apply for this role please submit your latest CV or contact Aspect Resources on (phone number removed)

Our client, a Franco-British private organisation, is looking to recruit a French speaking (ideally) results-driven Business Development Executive to manage and grow a portfolio of member organisations while securing new partnerships. The Business Development Executive role is pivotal in driving revenue through renewals, upgrading membership tiers, acquiring new members, and establishing sponsorships and long-term commercial partnerships . With previous experience in consultancy or advisory firms, you will prioritise organisations operating within key strategic sectors, including Energy & Clean Growth, Defence, economic security and Technology & AI . The Business Consultant will engage with stakeholders across the full industry value chain including SME's: from financing, engineering, and procurement to manufacturing, commissioning, and transportation. ROLE of the Business Development Executive: Business Development: Acquiring new members and clients aligned with the organisation's strategic sector focus Proactively identifying and pursuing partnership and sponsorship opportunities Creating tailored commercial proposals (annual or multi-year) for prospects and existing members Account Management: Managing a portfolio of existing members to ensure satisfaction and long-term retention Securing timely renewals and identify opportunities to upgrade membership tiers Building and maintaining strong, consultative relationships with senior decision-makers Cross-functional Collaboration: Working closely with the marketing and events teams to develop compelling offers and campaigns Contributing to the development of sector-focused programming and strategic initiatives Representing the organisation at networking events, roundtables, and forums to promote services and generate leads Reporting & Strategic Input: Reporting regularly on key performance indicators (e.g. revenue, pipeline, ) Providing strategic insights and feedback from the field to help shape business development initiatives PROFILE: Fluency in both English and French with strong communication skills or at least a great interest for France Min 3 years of experience as a Business Consultant, or Business Development Executive or Sales Executive, ideally within a consultancy or advisory firm Proven ability to manage client relationships and consistently meet or exceed revenue targets A balanced skill set combining account management and proactive new business development Strong commercial awareness and ability to tailor value propositions to C-level audiences Knowledge of or interest in sectors such as Energy, Defence, or Technology & AI is highly desirable Excellent interpersonal and communication skills SALARY & BENEFITS: up to £40k basic + performance-based incentive directly tied to revenue generated Private Pension scheme after 3 months Private Medical Insurance after 6 months of service 25 days per annum in addition to 3 days of holiday at Christmas

Job Title: M&E Operations Manager Location: North & Central London Salary: Up to 130,000 + Extensive Package (including bonus) A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced M&E Operations Manager to join a leading Building Services Contractor delivering high-end residential and commercial projects across London. I am working with a highly regarded M&E contractor who operate as a trusted delivery partner to Tier One main contractors and developers, including Berkeley Group, Landsec, Barratt London and L&Q. With a strong pipeline of secured work and continued growth across both the residential and commercial sectors, they are now looking to appoint an M&E Operations Manager to play a key role in the next phase of their expansion. The business delivers complex, high-specification projects with MEP values typically ranging from 10 million up to 20 million+, working on flagship developments across the capital. This role would suit an experienced Mechanical or Electrical professional with a strong background in project delivery, who is looking to step up into an operational leadership role with real influence across multiple projects and the wider business or someone who is looking to make a difference within a forward thinking contractor. The successful individual will take ownership of 2-4 projects at any one time, ensuring successful delivery across programme, quality, commercial performance and client satisfaction. The role will be split between site (3 days) and office (2 days), offering a balanced and flexible working arrangement. I am keen to speak with individuals who meet the following criteria: Proven experience within an M&E or Building Services contractor Strong background delivering high-end residential and/or commercial projects Experience working alongside Tier One main contractors and developers such as Berkeley Group, Landsec, Barratt London or L&Q Track record of delivering projects with MEP values in the 10m- 20m+ range Mechanical or Electrical bias with a strong understanding of full MEP delivery Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously (2-4 projects) Strong leadership and team management capability across project and site teams Commercial awareness with the ability to oversee procurement, programme and performance Confident communicator, able to liaise with clients, consultants and senior stakeholders Ambition to progress and play a key role in the future growth of the business In return, the company can offer a long-term career opportunity with clear progression into senior leadership/shareholding, exposure to flagship projects, and the opportunity to have a genuine impact on a growing and forward-thinking business. The role offers a salary of up to 130,000 plus package, alongside a flexible working split between site and office. If you are an experienced M&E professional looking to step into an Operations Manager role within a leading contractor, please get in touch for a confidential discussion.

Manufacturing Ambitious Growth Plans Hands-on Leadership Opportunity Birmingham c. 50,000 + bonus Are you a supply chain professional who thrives on balancing strategic purchasing with hands-on factory planning ? Do you enjoy building strong supplier partnerships while ensuring production runs smoothly and efficiently? We're looking for a Purchasing & Scheduling Manager to lead the end-to-end purchasing strategy and production planning activities for a well-established international manufacturing business. Reporting to the Commercial Manager and working closely with the European HQ , Finance, Manufacturing, Sub-Contractors and Warehouse teams, you will ensure materials are sourced competitively, delivered on time and available to support uninterrupted production and customer fulfilment. This is a highly visible, hands-on leadership role where your ability to balance factory scheduling with the right safety stock levels will keep the operation agile, efficient and ready to meet customer demand. The role: As Purchasing & Scheduling Manager you will: Build and manage supplier relationships, negotiating contracts, pricing and service levels Drive cost optimisation while maintaining quality and delivery performance Own the factory production plan , ensuring efficient utilisation of labour, machines and materials Work closely with planning and warehouse teams to maintain accurate inventory and optimal safety stock levels Coordinate with subcontractors to manage capacity, lead times and quality standards Deliver improvements in lead times, on-time delivery and manufacturing flow Provide regular reporting on purchasing performance, supplier metrics, inventory and production scheduling The person: Proven experience in Purchasing, Planning or Supply Chain within a manufacturing environment Strong understanding of production planning, inventory control and supply chain operations Proven supplier negotiation and relationship management skills Experience using ERP systems (SAP, Cyberplan or similar) Analytical, data-driven and comfortable making decisions in a fast-paced environment To apply: This is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of both procurement strategy and factory planning . As Purchasing & Scheduling Manager you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the business remains agile, efficient and customer-focused while working within a globally connected manufacturing group.To apply, please submit a copy of your CV quoting reference 10367.