Category Manager - Products Location: Flexible UK Location Hybrid (2 days WFH / 3 days on-site or travel) Pay Rate: 650 per day via umbrella (Inside IR35) Contract Length: 12-month contract (Possible extension) The Opportunity This is a fantastic opportunity to join a large, nationally significant infrastructure organisation on a high-impact contract. You'll step into a key Category Manager role responsible for managing critical product supply chains (e.g. valves, pipes, fittings) that underpin essential operations. This is a role where you can genuinely make a difference - improving supplier performance, unlocking value, and shaping how contracts are managed going forward. There is real scope to put your stamp on the category, with clear opportunities to drive improvements in areas that haven't been fully optimised before. Regular travel required across the UK and occasionally Europe (typically once every 4 weeks or as required) Key Responsibilities Develop and deliver category strategies for product-based spend areas Lead supplier performance management, including: KPI and SLA setting Monthly and quarterly performance reviews Identify and deliver cost savings and value improvement opportunities Manage supplier contracts, ensuring optimal performance and compliance Build strong relationships with key stakeholders and present strategies to senior leaders Support and lead tendering and framework activities where required Monitor market trends and maintain strong engagement with the supplier base Key Skills & Experience Essential Proven experience as a Category Manager / Procurement Manager Strong background in: Contract management and supplier performance Setting and managing KPIs / SLAs Experience conducting supplier reviews (e.g. QBRs, MBRs) Excellent stakeholder management skills, including presenting to senior stakeholders Background within engineering, manufacturing, or industrial environments Solid understanding of procurement processes and tendering Desirable Experience within regulated environments (e.g. utilities, infrastructure) CIPS (or working towards) Exposure to logistics, expediting, or supply chain operations Please note: Due to the high volume of applications, only successful candidates will be contacted. If you do not hear from us within 48 hours, unfortunately, your application has not been successful on this occasion. However, we may retain your details for any future suitable vacancies and contact you accordingly. Pontoon is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you. We use generative AI tools to support our candidate screening process. This helps us ensure a fair, consistent, and efficient experience for all applicants. Rest assured, all final decisions are made by our hiring team, and your application will be reviewed with care and attention.
May 13, 2026
Contractor
Category Manager - Products Location: Flexible UK Location Hybrid (2 days WFH / 3 days on-site or travel) Pay Rate: 650 per day via umbrella (Inside IR35) Contract Length: 12-month contract (Possible extension) The Opportunity This is a fantastic opportunity to join a large, nationally significant infrastructure organisation on a high-impact contract. You'll step into a key Category Manager role responsible for managing critical product supply chains (e.g. valves, pipes, fittings) that underpin essential operations. This is a role where you can genuinely make a difference - improving supplier performance, unlocking value, and shaping how contracts are managed going forward. There is real scope to put your stamp on the category, with clear opportunities to drive improvements in areas that haven't been fully optimised before. Regular travel required across the UK and occasionally Europe (typically once every 4 weeks or as required) Key Responsibilities Develop and deliver category strategies for product-based spend areas Lead supplier performance management, including: KPI and SLA setting Monthly and quarterly performance reviews Identify and deliver cost savings and value improvement opportunities Manage supplier contracts, ensuring optimal performance and compliance Build strong relationships with key stakeholders and present strategies to senior leaders Support and lead tendering and framework activities where required Monitor market trends and maintain strong engagement with the supplier base Key Skills & Experience Essential Proven experience as a Category Manager / Procurement Manager Strong background in: Contract management and supplier performance Setting and managing KPIs / SLAs Experience conducting supplier reviews (e.g. QBRs, MBRs) Excellent stakeholder management skills, including presenting to senior stakeholders Background within engineering, manufacturing, or industrial environments Solid understanding of procurement processes and tendering Desirable Experience within regulated environments (e.g. utilities, infrastructure) CIPS (or working towards) Exposure to logistics, expediting, or supply chain operations Please note: Due to the high volume of applications, only successful candidates will be contacted. If you do not hear from us within 48 hours, unfortunately, your application has not been successful on this occasion. However, we may retain your details for any future suitable vacancies and contact you accordingly. Pontoon is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you. We use generative AI tools to support our candidate screening process. This helps us ensure a fair, consistent, and efficient experience for all applicants. Rest assured, all final decisions are made by our hiring team, and your application will be reviewed with care and attention.
Overview of the Role This is a key national role within our business, positioned at the forefront of shaping our future growth. The National Marketing & Events Manager will play a pivotal role in leading how we engage with priority markets, sectors, and customers; ensuring we are visible, relevant, and influential in the spaces that matter most. As part of a strategic service accountable to the Construction Board, this role directly supports our ambitions for significant, sustainable growth over the next five years. By targeting future growth sectors and markets, the role will help position the business as a thought leader and trusted partner, driving brand awareness, customer engagement, and ultimately revenue. Through the delivery of high-impact national events, campaigns, and marketing activity, this role ensures that our efforts are focused, measurable, and aligned to our long-term strategic priorities. Where the Role Sits This role sits within our Strategic Accounts & Services Team, the strategic arm of our operational business. The team is made up of 12 complementary services, all focused on enabling growth and delivering outstanding customer service. Collectively, the team is accountable for providing access to over 70% of the business's turnover, making it a critical driver of our success. Within this environment, the National Marketing & Events Manager works directly with our Principal Marketing & Events Manager and collaboratively across our Local Construction Offices new business teams, strategic services, frameworks (win/deliver teams), knowledge services, and customer insights; ensuring a fully integrated and aligned approach to market engagement. Personal Qualities, Skills & Experience Experience: This role is suited to an ambitious Manager performing at the top of their level, with clear potential and ambition to progress to Senior once established and delivering strong results. Essential Degree (or equivalent experience) in marketing, communications, or a related field. Proven experience delivering marketing campaigns and events aligned to business objectives in public sector construction (e.g. education, health, defence). Strong written and verbal communication skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and familiarity with digital marketing tools and platforms. Desirable Professional marketing qualification (e.g., CIM). Experience with design tools (e.g., InDesign, Photoshop) or content management systems. Attributes Highly organised with strong attention to detail. Collaborative team player with excellent interpersonal skills. Customer-focused with the ability to build strong relationships. Creative, proactive, and eager to learn and develop. Awareness of health and safety requirements and compliance. The Role Delivery Lead the delivery of national marketing campaigns and events aligned to business priorities. Plan and execute high-impact activity that builds brand awareness, supports work-winning, and delivers measurable ROI. Develop and coordinate marketing content and collateral, ensuring consistency of messaging and brand. Use appropriate channels and tools to maximise engagement and effectiveness. Track, analyse, and report on performance metrics, using insights to continuously improve activity. Relationships Build strong, collaborative relationships across the business to ensure effective delivery of marketing activity. Work closely with senior stakeholders to understand sector, customer, and growth priorities. Manage relationships with external agencies and suppliers to deliver high-quality outputs. Communicate clearly and professionally with a wide range of audiences. Collaboration Partner with cross-functional teams including communications, business development, strategic services, frameworks, and local marketing teams. Ensure alignment between national and local marketing and growth plans. Support the New Business team with targeted campaigns and marketing resources. Engage with industry partners and stakeholders to support successful event and campaign delivery. Technical Expertise Produce clear, engaging, and high-quality marketing content across multiple platforms. Apply knowledge of marketing legislation and compliance (e.g., GDPR, image use). Utilise digital tools and platforms (CRM, analytics, social media, email marketing) to deliver and track campaigns. Stay up to date with industry trends and apply innovative approaches where appropriate. Personal Effectiveness Demonstrate creativity and proactivity in developing new ideas and approaches. Manage multiple projects effectively with strong organisation and attention to detail. Build positive relationships with colleagues, customers, and partners. Take ownership of personal development and continuously seek to improve. Leadership Contribute to a positive, collaborative, and high-performing team environment. Provide guidance and support to colleagues or project teams where required. Recognise and celebrate team contributions and successes. Role model professionalism, inclusivity, and respect. About Us With over 170 years of rich history, Willmott Dixon's purpose is beyond profit; delivering brilliant buildings, transforming lives, strengthening communities and enhancing the environment so our world is fit for future generations. Ensuring that we add lasting value to the neighbourhoods we work in; our values, people, innovation, partnerships and focus on sustainability has allowed us to build a successful and solid privately owned business where our people can thrive. Willmott Dixon was recognised by The Sunday Times as one of the Top 10 "Big" Companies to Work For in 2025, named among the Times Top 50 Employers for Gender Equality in 2024, and ranked in the Top Five of Europe's 1,000 best workplaces by the Financial Times in 2025. Willmott Dixon is also the first major contractor and developer to win a King's Award for Enterprise in the category of sustainable development.
May 13, 2026
Full time
Overview of the Role This is a key national role within our business, positioned at the forefront of shaping our future growth. The National Marketing & Events Manager will play a pivotal role in leading how we engage with priority markets, sectors, and customers; ensuring we are visible, relevant, and influential in the spaces that matter most. As part of a strategic service accountable to the Construction Board, this role directly supports our ambitions for significant, sustainable growth over the next five years. By targeting future growth sectors and markets, the role will help position the business as a thought leader and trusted partner, driving brand awareness, customer engagement, and ultimately revenue. Through the delivery of high-impact national events, campaigns, and marketing activity, this role ensures that our efforts are focused, measurable, and aligned to our long-term strategic priorities. Where the Role Sits This role sits within our Strategic Accounts & Services Team, the strategic arm of our operational business. The team is made up of 12 complementary services, all focused on enabling growth and delivering outstanding customer service. Collectively, the team is accountable for providing access to over 70% of the business's turnover, making it a critical driver of our success. Within this environment, the National Marketing & Events Manager works directly with our Principal Marketing & Events Manager and collaboratively across our Local Construction Offices new business teams, strategic services, frameworks (win/deliver teams), knowledge services, and customer insights; ensuring a fully integrated and aligned approach to market engagement. Personal Qualities, Skills & Experience Experience: This role is suited to an ambitious Manager performing at the top of their level, with clear potential and ambition to progress to Senior once established and delivering strong results. Essential Degree (or equivalent experience) in marketing, communications, or a related field. Proven experience delivering marketing campaigns and events aligned to business objectives in public sector construction (e.g. education, health, defence). Strong written and verbal communication skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and familiarity with digital marketing tools and platforms. Desirable Professional marketing qualification (e.g., CIM). Experience with design tools (e.g., InDesign, Photoshop) or content management systems. Attributes Highly organised with strong attention to detail. Collaborative team player with excellent interpersonal skills. Customer-focused with the ability to build strong relationships. Creative, proactive, and eager to learn and develop. Awareness of health and safety requirements and compliance. The Role Delivery Lead the delivery of national marketing campaigns and events aligned to business priorities. Plan and execute high-impact activity that builds brand awareness, supports work-winning, and delivers measurable ROI. Develop and coordinate marketing content and collateral, ensuring consistency of messaging and brand. Use appropriate channels and tools to maximise engagement and effectiveness. Track, analyse, and report on performance metrics, using insights to continuously improve activity. Relationships Build strong, collaborative relationships across the business to ensure effective delivery of marketing activity. Work closely with senior stakeholders to understand sector, customer, and growth priorities. Manage relationships with external agencies and suppliers to deliver high-quality outputs. Communicate clearly and professionally with a wide range of audiences. Collaboration Partner with cross-functional teams including communications, business development, strategic services, frameworks, and local marketing teams. Ensure alignment between national and local marketing and growth plans. Support the New Business team with targeted campaigns and marketing resources. Engage with industry partners and stakeholders to support successful event and campaign delivery. Technical Expertise Produce clear, engaging, and high-quality marketing content across multiple platforms. Apply knowledge of marketing legislation and compliance (e.g., GDPR, image use). Utilise digital tools and platforms (CRM, analytics, social media, email marketing) to deliver and track campaigns. Stay up to date with industry trends and apply innovative approaches where appropriate. Personal Effectiveness Demonstrate creativity and proactivity in developing new ideas and approaches. Manage multiple projects effectively with strong organisation and attention to detail. Build positive relationships with colleagues, customers, and partners. Take ownership of personal development and continuously seek to improve. Leadership Contribute to a positive, collaborative, and high-performing team environment. Provide guidance and support to colleagues or project teams where required. Recognise and celebrate team contributions and successes. Role model professionalism, inclusivity, and respect. About Us With over 170 years of rich history, Willmott Dixon's purpose is beyond profit; delivering brilliant buildings, transforming lives, strengthening communities and enhancing the environment so our world is fit for future generations. Ensuring that we add lasting value to the neighbourhoods we work in; our values, people, innovation, partnerships and focus on sustainability has allowed us to build a successful and solid privately owned business where our people can thrive. Willmott Dixon was recognised by The Sunday Times as one of the Top 10 "Big" Companies to Work For in 2025, named among the Times Top 50 Employers for Gender Equality in 2024, and ranked in the Top Five of Europe's 1,000 best workplaces by the Financial Times in 2025. Willmott Dixon is also the first major contractor and developer to win a King's Award for Enterprise in the category of sustainable development.
The Interim Senior Procurement Manager will oversee procurement strategies and ensure compliance with organisational policies within the not-for-profit sector. This temporary role based in Warwickshire requires a focused professional to manage procurement processes effectively and drive value for money. Client Details This opportunity is with a well-established organisation within the not-for-profit sector. The organisation operates at a large scale, providing essential services and maintaining a strong commitment to excellence in its operations. Description Develop, implement and monitor top level category / capital project procurement strategies to achieve strict savings targets / budgets, timescales. Support achievement of Procurement Office KPIs and embed the category management framework across spend areas in excess of 10M p.a. Ensure procurement recommendations and continuous improvement initiatives support the organisation's strategic goals. Produce and present reports, options appraisals, business cases and KPIs analysis. Plan, lead and award complex procurement processes, contracts and framework agreements to achieve optimum savings, value for money and timescales. Comply with the organisation's financial regulations ensuring good governance across procurement activities in compliance with statutory obligations. Ensure funding conditions are met and procurement is conducted with full and compliant audit trails. Where required, comply with the Public Contracts Regulations. Support stakeholders in the development of complex and commercially optimum specifications for incorporation into market engagements and tender exercises. Review contracts and licence agreements as appropriate to identify and address risks. Procurement lead for complex, strategic negotiations to ensure commercially optimum contracts, mitigating financial and legal risk (for example total cost analysis, management of payment terms, import, currency, liability and IPR risks). Lead ongoing contract management to ensure benefits realisation, effective supplier performance management and exploit innovative opportunities from the supply chain. Designated Procurement link to one or more strategic departments, undertake procurement activity and provide expert advice to senior members of staff. Facilitate greater visibility of the procurement pipeline. Build effective collaborative relationships with departments, promote a responsive, agile and professional image of the Procurement Office. Profile A successful Interim Senior Procurement Manager should have: Broad range of experience including category management, tendering, specification development, whole life and total cost evaluation, contract negotiation, formation and management. Skilled in developing and implementing top level category or capital project strategies to strict budgets / savings targets, timescales and KPI frameworks. Skilled in fostering effective relationships across senior internal and external groups. Influencing skills, collaborative approach and strong ability to work as part of a team. Skilled negotiator, ability to plan and lead complex, strategic negotiations and adapt negotiation style. Good understanding of commercial and legal risk management, financial assessments and ratio analysis. Skilled in delivering robust, auditable and effective procurement processes. In depth knowledge and application of competitive, cradle to grave tendering approaches, specification development, total and whole life cost analysis, contract award and management. Knowledge and compliance with key regulatory requirements. Desirable: Working knowledge and experience of EU Procurement Directives / Public Contracts Regulations 2015 (as updated from time to time). Job Offer Competitive daily rate of 500 to 600 (Umbrella) Temporary position offering flexibility and a chance to make a significant impact. Opportunity to work within a respected not-for-profit organisation. Engage in meaningful work within a collaborative environment. Based in Warwickshire with accessible transport links. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced procurement professional to contribute to a valued organisation. If you meet the criteria and are ready for a new challenge, we encourage you to apply.
May 13, 2026
Contractor
The Interim Senior Procurement Manager will oversee procurement strategies and ensure compliance with organisational policies within the not-for-profit sector. This temporary role based in Warwickshire requires a focused professional to manage procurement processes effectively and drive value for money. Client Details This opportunity is with a well-established organisation within the not-for-profit sector. The organisation operates at a large scale, providing essential services and maintaining a strong commitment to excellence in its operations. Description Develop, implement and monitor top level category / capital project procurement strategies to achieve strict savings targets / budgets, timescales. Support achievement of Procurement Office KPIs and embed the category management framework across spend areas in excess of 10M p.a. Ensure procurement recommendations and continuous improvement initiatives support the organisation's strategic goals. Produce and present reports, options appraisals, business cases and KPIs analysis. Plan, lead and award complex procurement processes, contracts and framework agreements to achieve optimum savings, value for money and timescales. Comply with the organisation's financial regulations ensuring good governance across procurement activities in compliance with statutory obligations. Ensure funding conditions are met and procurement is conducted with full and compliant audit trails. Where required, comply with the Public Contracts Regulations. Support stakeholders in the development of complex and commercially optimum specifications for incorporation into market engagements and tender exercises. Review contracts and licence agreements as appropriate to identify and address risks. Procurement lead for complex, strategic negotiations to ensure commercially optimum contracts, mitigating financial and legal risk (for example total cost analysis, management of payment terms, import, currency, liability and IPR risks). Lead ongoing contract management to ensure benefits realisation, effective supplier performance management and exploit innovative opportunities from the supply chain. Designated Procurement link to one or more strategic departments, undertake procurement activity and provide expert advice to senior members of staff. Facilitate greater visibility of the procurement pipeline. Build effective collaborative relationships with departments, promote a responsive, agile and professional image of the Procurement Office. Profile A successful Interim Senior Procurement Manager should have: Broad range of experience including category management, tendering, specification development, whole life and total cost evaluation, contract negotiation, formation and management. Skilled in developing and implementing top level category or capital project strategies to strict budgets / savings targets, timescales and KPI frameworks. Skilled in fostering effective relationships across senior internal and external groups. Influencing skills, collaborative approach and strong ability to work as part of a team. Skilled negotiator, ability to plan and lead complex, strategic negotiations and adapt negotiation style. Good understanding of commercial and legal risk management, financial assessments and ratio analysis. Skilled in delivering robust, auditable and effective procurement processes. In depth knowledge and application of competitive, cradle to grave tendering approaches, specification development, total and whole life cost analysis, contract award and management. Knowledge and compliance with key regulatory requirements. Desirable: Working knowledge and experience of EU Procurement Directives / Public Contracts Regulations 2015 (as updated from time to time). Job Offer Competitive daily rate of 500 to 600 (Umbrella) Temporary position offering flexibility and a chance to make a significant impact. Opportunity to work within a respected not-for-profit organisation. Engage in meaningful work within a collaborative environment. Based in Warwickshire with accessible transport links. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced procurement professional to contribute to a valued organisation. If you meet the criteria and are ready for a new challenge, we encourage you to apply.
Our client, a leading name in the procurement supply chain sector, is seeking a Senior Buyer to join their team based in either Harefield or Ipswich. This permanent position sits within their Energy Supply Chain team, supporting major substation and energy infrastructure projects. You will play a vital role in the procurement of critical, high-value, long-lead materials, working closely with operational teams, suppliers, and stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, and to best value. This is a highly collaborative role with the opportunity to shape procurement strategy within a growing and forward-thinking business. Key Responsibilities: Supporting Energy Major Projects with the procurement of critical materials and services Engaging early with estimating and work-winning teams to support pricing and procurement strategy Developing and delivering procurement strategies aligned to project and wider group objectives Managing supplier relationships, including negotiation, performance monitoring, and KPI management Identifying and working with key strategic suppliers and subcontractors, both UK and international Ensuring compliance with client frameworks, technical specifications, and regulatory requirements Monitoring cost performance against tender allowances and project programmes Providing technical procurement support to contract teams, including specifications, COSHH and H&S documentation Supporting category management activities and wider group procurement initiatives Job Requirements: Proven experience operating at Senior Buyer or Procurement Manager level within the energy, utilities, M&E, or civil engineering sectors CIPS qualified (or working towards) is preferable Excellent stakeholder management and negotiation skills with sound knowledge of contract law, supply markets, and pricing trends Strong analytical, research, and problem-solving skills Confident communicator with strong written and verbal skills Advanced IT skills and attention to detail Full UK driving licence is essential, as there will be significant travel within the UK, mostly between Harefield, Ipswich, and Gwent Benefits: Opportunity to influence and shape procurement strategy within major projects Highly collaborative environment within a growing and forward-thinking business Professional development and training opportunities Competitive employee benefits package Dynamic and supportive work environment If you are an experienced Senior Buyer looking to make a significant impact in a dynamic and growing company, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's talented team in either Harefield or Ipswich.
May 13, 2026
Full time
Our client, a leading name in the procurement supply chain sector, is seeking a Senior Buyer to join their team based in either Harefield or Ipswich. This permanent position sits within their Energy Supply Chain team, supporting major substation and energy infrastructure projects. You will play a vital role in the procurement of critical, high-value, long-lead materials, working closely with operational teams, suppliers, and stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, and to best value. This is a highly collaborative role with the opportunity to shape procurement strategy within a growing and forward-thinking business. Key Responsibilities: Supporting Energy Major Projects with the procurement of critical materials and services Engaging early with estimating and work-winning teams to support pricing and procurement strategy Developing and delivering procurement strategies aligned to project and wider group objectives Managing supplier relationships, including negotiation, performance monitoring, and KPI management Identifying and working with key strategic suppliers and subcontractors, both UK and international Ensuring compliance with client frameworks, technical specifications, and regulatory requirements Monitoring cost performance against tender allowances and project programmes Providing technical procurement support to contract teams, including specifications, COSHH and H&S documentation Supporting category management activities and wider group procurement initiatives Job Requirements: Proven experience operating at Senior Buyer or Procurement Manager level within the energy, utilities, M&E, or civil engineering sectors CIPS qualified (or working towards) is preferable Excellent stakeholder management and negotiation skills with sound knowledge of contract law, supply markets, and pricing trends Strong analytical, research, and problem-solving skills Confident communicator with strong written and verbal skills Advanced IT skills and attention to detail Full UK driving licence is essential, as there will be significant travel within the UK, mostly between Harefield, Ipswich, and Gwent Benefits: Opportunity to influence and shape procurement strategy within major projects Highly collaborative environment within a growing and forward-thinking business Professional development and training opportunities Competitive employee benefits package Dynamic and supportive work environment If you are an experienced Senior Buyer looking to make a significant impact in a dynamic and growing company, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's talented team in either Harefield or Ipswich.
Summary Housing Standards Manager You will be managing a small team focussed on ensuring that the council delivers on its legal responsibilities around housing standards (across all tenures) within the borough. Working collaboratively with a range of stakeholders, you will lead on the development and implementation of policies and practices to achieve these goals, using a mix of information, advice, financial assistance and enforcement, as appropriate. You will also lead on our work around empty homes and home energy efficiency. You will ensure that our service evolves to manage the additional responsibilities placed on it, including the Renters Rights Act 2025. The role is based at Elmbridge Civic Centre, based in Esher. The main purpose of the role Housing Standards Manager • To lead, manage develop and deliver the Housing Standards Service within the borough, improving standards and ensuring compliance through regulation, advice, assistance and enforcement across a range of tenures. The role ensures that statutory standards duties are met. • To ensure the council is effectively using its powers and duties to minimise the number of empty homes in the Borough, particularly long-term empty homes. To lead and manage the Housing Standards Team to deliver a high-quality service, providing coaching supervision and professional development opportunities to staff. Specific duties and responsibilities 1. To lead and manage the Housing Standards Team to deliver high-quality services through: • Allocation of workloads, monitoring performance and quality assuring casework. • Providing coaching, supervision and professional development to the team. 2. To be responsible for the development and operation of the council's Housing Enforcement policy. 3. To be jointly responsible for development and operation of Housing Financial Assistance Policy with the Care & Repair Elmbridge Team Manager, with the post-holder having budgetary responsibility in relation to financial assistance provided outside of the Better Care Fund. 1. To ensure adequate handling of requests and complaints about poor housing conditions, response which includes: • Overseeing HHSRS inspections and ensuring appropriate action for Category 1 and 2 hazards. • Completing inspection reports and schedules of work and assessments of best courses of action in line with legislation, guidance and council's policies • Managing enforcement activity including improvement notices, prohibition orders, civil penalties, rent repayment orders, and prosecutions. • To liaise with the council's Legal Service with regards to the taking of formal enforcement action, including representation the authority at tribunals or court where required. • Ensuring licensing compliance for HMOs and other licensable properties. 2. To oversee administration the council's scheme of Financial Assistance including: • The handling of enquiries and requests from potential applicants and their families, advocates or professionals about the availability of financial assistance and the processes involved. • Responding to applications for assistance and undertaking initial assessments including means testing and undertaking of property inspections for the purposes of assessing works required, eligibility etc • Completing schedules of work where appropriate and confirming grant decisions and securing best value in selection of contractor to undertake grant work and issuing & monitoring staged payments. 3. To oversee administration of Caravan Site Licensing for the Borough including the development and review of policy, the handling of enquiries and requests for licences, undertake inspections, issuing licences and monitoring of site licence conditions. 4. To manage and oversee the use and administration of the ICT systems used within the Housing Standards Team, including the project management of system upgrades and ensuring that the service and staff are making best use of the available technology. 5. To lead on the development, review and implementation of the Council's Empty Homes Strategy, working in collaboration with a range of stakeholders, with the objectives of making best use of the stock and reducing the number of long-term empty homes in the borough. 6. To monitor service performance and report outcomes to senior management. 7. To ensure accurate record keeping and sound data management 8. To ensure safe working practices including lone working, through the use of risk assessments and the adoption and use of appropriate measures to manage and control risk 9. To work collaboratively with internal teams and external agencies, to safeguard residents 10. To engage constructively with landlords, agents, householders and tenant to promote compliance 11. To respond to FOI requests, MP and Councillor enquiries regarding matters relevant to the work of the Housing Standards Team, to be responsible for leading on responding to complaints about the service under stage one of the council's complaints procedure and assisting with responses under stage two of the same or enquiries made by the Local Government Ombudsman and Social Care Ombudsman. 12. To lead on the promotion of home energy conservation and meeting the council's obligations under the Home Energy Conservation Act, Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards regulations for residential properties and other legislation relating to energy performance, fuel poverty and carbon reduction. 13. To ensure, subject to any necessary approvals, that the council's services adapt to reflect changes in the law - such as the Renters Rights Act 2025 and the Supported Housing Regulatory Oversight Act 2023. Person Specification Housing Standards Manager Below are Mandatory Requirements : Basic DBS UK Driving Licence Access to a vehicle Copy of Environmental Health degree or equivalent Copy of certificate of registration from CIEH, or equivalent
May 13, 2026
Contractor
Summary Housing Standards Manager You will be managing a small team focussed on ensuring that the council delivers on its legal responsibilities around housing standards (across all tenures) within the borough. Working collaboratively with a range of stakeholders, you will lead on the development and implementation of policies and practices to achieve these goals, using a mix of information, advice, financial assistance and enforcement, as appropriate. You will also lead on our work around empty homes and home energy efficiency. You will ensure that our service evolves to manage the additional responsibilities placed on it, including the Renters Rights Act 2025. The role is based at Elmbridge Civic Centre, based in Esher. The main purpose of the role Housing Standards Manager • To lead, manage develop and deliver the Housing Standards Service within the borough, improving standards and ensuring compliance through regulation, advice, assistance and enforcement across a range of tenures. The role ensures that statutory standards duties are met. • To ensure the council is effectively using its powers and duties to minimise the number of empty homes in the Borough, particularly long-term empty homes. To lead and manage the Housing Standards Team to deliver a high-quality service, providing coaching supervision and professional development opportunities to staff. Specific duties and responsibilities 1. To lead and manage the Housing Standards Team to deliver high-quality services through: • Allocation of workloads, monitoring performance and quality assuring casework. • Providing coaching, supervision and professional development to the team. 2. To be responsible for the development and operation of the council's Housing Enforcement policy. 3. To be jointly responsible for development and operation of Housing Financial Assistance Policy with the Care & Repair Elmbridge Team Manager, with the post-holder having budgetary responsibility in relation to financial assistance provided outside of the Better Care Fund. 1. To ensure adequate handling of requests and complaints about poor housing conditions, response which includes: • Overseeing HHSRS inspections and ensuring appropriate action for Category 1 and 2 hazards. • Completing inspection reports and schedules of work and assessments of best courses of action in line with legislation, guidance and council's policies • Managing enforcement activity including improvement notices, prohibition orders, civil penalties, rent repayment orders, and prosecutions. • To liaise with the council's Legal Service with regards to the taking of formal enforcement action, including representation the authority at tribunals or court where required. • Ensuring licensing compliance for HMOs and other licensable properties. 2. To oversee administration the council's scheme of Financial Assistance including: • The handling of enquiries and requests from potential applicants and their families, advocates or professionals about the availability of financial assistance and the processes involved. • Responding to applications for assistance and undertaking initial assessments including means testing and undertaking of property inspections for the purposes of assessing works required, eligibility etc • Completing schedules of work where appropriate and confirming grant decisions and securing best value in selection of contractor to undertake grant work and issuing & monitoring staged payments. 3. To oversee administration of Caravan Site Licensing for the Borough including the development and review of policy, the handling of enquiries and requests for licences, undertake inspections, issuing licences and monitoring of site licence conditions. 4. To manage and oversee the use and administration of the ICT systems used within the Housing Standards Team, including the project management of system upgrades and ensuring that the service and staff are making best use of the available technology. 5. To lead on the development, review and implementation of the Council's Empty Homes Strategy, working in collaboration with a range of stakeholders, with the objectives of making best use of the stock and reducing the number of long-term empty homes in the borough. 6. To monitor service performance and report outcomes to senior management. 7. To ensure accurate record keeping and sound data management 8. To ensure safe working practices including lone working, through the use of risk assessments and the adoption and use of appropriate measures to manage and control risk 9. To work collaboratively with internal teams and external agencies, to safeguard residents 10. To engage constructively with landlords, agents, householders and tenant to promote compliance 11. To respond to FOI requests, MP and Councillor enquiries regarding matters relevant to the work of the Housing Standards Team, to be responsible for leading on responding to complaints about the service under stage one of the council's complaints procedure and assisting with responses under stage two of the same or enquiries made by the Local Government Ombudsman and Social Care Ombudsman. 12. To lead on the promotion of home energy conservation and meeting the council's obligations under the Home Energy Conservation Act, Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards regulations for residential properties and other legislation relating to energy performance, fuel poverty and carbon reduction. 13. To ensure, subject to any necessary approvals, that the council's services adapt to reflect changes in the law - such as the Renters Rights Act 2025 and the Supported Housing Regulatory Oversight Act 2023. Person Specification Housing Standards Manager Below are Mandatory Requirements : Basic DBS UK Driving Licence Access to a vehicle Copy of Environmental Health degree or equivalent Copy of certificate of registration from CIEH, or equivalent
Cedar are supporting a Public Sector client, based in Central London, who are looking for a Senior Commercial Officer for their Construction category. This is 12-Month Fixed Term Contract opportunity (high potential to extend) and offers a salary ranged from c£45,000 up to £54,000 per annum plus a range of benefits which include a Public Sector Pension Scheme. This role will also operate on a hybrid basis with the expectation to be on-site set to 1 day per week and the remainder of the working week can be done from home. Reporting into the Commercial Manager, the successful candidate will be responsible for running full end to end procurements on requirements for Construction Goods and/or Services with values ranging up to c£5m. The successful candidate will need strong Stakeholder Management skills in order to effectively manage relationships and expectations to continually deliver compliance, in line with PA23, and value for money. Please note this role does not have any line management responsibility. Candidates applying MUST HAVE: experience working in a similar role in the UK Public Sector marketplace - i.e. a role in Procurement, Commercial, Category or Contract Management experience running end to end Procurements for requirements covering Construction Goods and/or Services ideally working towards or have completed Level 4 CIPS completion of PA23 training is required
May 13, 2026
Full time
Cedar are supporting a Public Sector client, based in Central London, who are looking for a Senior Commercial Officer for their Construction category. This is 12-Month Fixed Term Contract opportunity (high potential to extend) and offers a salary ranged from c£45,000 up to £54,000 per annum plus a range of benefits which include a Public Sector Pension Scheme. This role will also operate on a hybrid basis with the expectation to be on-site set to 1 day per week and the remainder of the working week can be done from home. Reporting into the Commercial Manager, the successful candidate will be responsible for running full end to end procurements on requirements for Construction Goods and/or Services with values ranging up to c£5m. The successful candidate will need strong Stakeholder Management skills in order to effectively manage relationships and expectations to continually deliver compliance, in line with PA23, and value for money. Please note this role does not have any line management responsibility. Candidates applying MUST HAVE: experience working in a similar role in the UK Public Sector marketplace - i.e. a role in Procurement, Commercial, Category or Contract Management experience running end to end Procurements for requirements covering Construction Goods and/or Services ideally working towards or have completed Level 4 CIPS completion of PA23 training is required
MERCHANDISER HIGHLY SUCCESSFUL BUSINESS SECURITY LADIES FASHION UP TO 60,000 DOE For this opportunity, you'll find yourself emerged in the creative side of merchandising as you'll work closely to your design and buying teams on the new, commercial and profitable ranges that are being bought for the business. This business is one of the best performing retailers in the last 5 years. This brand really care about the product they offer to their consumer. As the Merchandiser you will be actively involved in the set up of new reporting tools and the roll out of WSSI's. You will trade and de-risk your category area by having a commercial approach to knowing your best sellers and how to capitalise on newness whilst ensuring that your Junior and Assistants are accountable for their own trading areas. AS THE MERCHANDISER, YOU WILL BE: Forecasting stock within inventory plans with the support of junior members of your team Balancing pricing, risk profile and category, supplier profiles, colour, and mixes throughout all product ranges each season Build and implement WSSI & OTB management to ensure sales and stock targets are achieved. You will be responsible for identifying best sellers and move on's that the team need to focus on to generate new sales. Review product and supplier mix's with your Buyer to ensure that the right product, quality and designs are being brought into the business Building strategy, lessons learnt and weekly trade packs for the wider team, whilst being confident in presenting your suggestions and actions to senior management. Establish a consistent pricing architecture across your ranges whilst being mindful of the competition and any promotional activity you wish to implement Manage the range in conjunction with the Head of Merchandising, along with the Buying & Design team ensuring that the best product is being brought into the business You will conduct market specific promotions and activity to grow the business, this is a great opportunity to have autonomy within a merchandising function Analysing and collating data to provide support to the team in decision making. Constantly monitor and review online performance in order to potentialise profit Ensure that your team are b new range implementation and ranging amendments. Ensuring correct stock quantities are ordered and replenishment levels loaded. Responsible for monthly Re-forecast whilst feeding back key actions to the Senior and Head of Merchandising. You will protect your department by reviewing your cover each week and will make commercial decisions about getting new product or repeats into the business You will be a motivating line manager who is approachable to all junior colleagues If you're looking for a new opportunity where there is real opportunity for growth then this is the role for you. BBBH36184
May 13, 2026
Full time
MERCHANDISER HIGHLY SUCCESSFUL BUSINESS SECURITY LADIES FASHION UP TO 60,000 DOE For this opportunity, you'll find yourself emerged in the creative side of merchandising as you'll work closely to your design and buying teams on the new, commercial and profitable ranges that are being bought for the business. This business is one of the best performing retailers in the last 5 years. This brand really care about the product they offer to their consumer. As the Merchandiser you will be actively involved in the set up of new reporting tools and the roll out of WSSI's. You will trade and de-risk your category area by having a commercial approach to knowing your best sellers and how to capitalise on newness whilst ensuring that your Junior and Assistants are accountable for their own trading areas. AS THE MERCHANDISER, YOU WILL BE: Forecasting stock within inventory plans with the support of junior members of your team Balancing pricing, risk profile and category, supplier profiles, colour, and mixes throughout all product ranges each season Build and implement WSSI & OTB management to ensure sales and stock targets are achieved. You will be responsible for identifying best sellers and move on's that the team need to focus on to generate new sales. Review product and supplier mix's with your Buyer to ensure that the right product, quality and designs are being brought into the business Building strategy, lessons learnt and weekly trade packs for the wider team, whilst being confident in presenting your suggestions and actions to senior management. Establish a consistent pricing architecture across your ranges whilst being mindful of the competition and any promotional activity you wish to implement Manage the range in conjunction with the Head of Merchandising, along with the Buying & Design team ensuring that the best product is being brought into the business You will conduct market specific promotions and activity to grow the business, this is a great opportunity to have autonomy within a merchandising function Analysing and collating data to provide support to the team in decision making. Constantly monitor and review online performance in order to potentialise profit Ensure that your team are b new range implementation and ranging amendments. Ensuring correct stock quantities are ordered and replenishment levels loaded. Responsible for monthly Re-forecast whilst feeding back key actions to the Senior and Head of Merchandising. You will protect your department by reviewing your cover each week and will make commercial decisions about getting new product or repeats into the business You will be a motivating line manager who is approachable to all junior colleagues If you're looking for a new opportunity where there is real opportunity for growth then this is the role for you. BBBH36184
Found Recruitment Solutions Ltd
Trowbridge, Wiltshire
Location: Wiltshire Salary: £45,000 plus Bonus Hours: Monday to Friday Are you an NPD Manager who enjoys turning ideas into finished products that work commercially, technically and operationally? A growing food manufacturing business is looking for an NPD Manager to lead one of its development streams, taking ownership of key NPD projects from concept through to successful launch. This is a role for someone who enjoys balancing creativity with pace and delivery. You will work closely with category, factory, technical and commercial teams to ensure products are not only exciting and relevant, but also achievable at scale. If you are looking for a position where you can lead projects, support others and see your work make a real impact, this is a strong opportunity to do so. What You ll Be Doing Take the lead on NPD projects, managing the full lifecycle from concept through to launch Lead one of the development streams, supporting and guiding Development Technologists Translate ideas and briefs into viable products that meet operational, quality and cost requirements Work closely with category teams to understand opportunities, trends and future range direction Plan and execute kitchen work, factory trials and product scale up activity Manage critical paths, deadlines and launch requirements across multiple projects Work closely with factory teams to ensure smooth scale up and successful product delivery Collaborate with Technical, Production and Commercial teams to align product and process Review and refine existing products to improve quality, efficiency and customer appeal Identify gaps and opportunities within the range, contributing to future product direction Present concepts, progress and outcomes clearly to stakeholders across the business Support continuous improvement within the development function What s In It for You Opportunity to take ownership of meaningful product development projects A senior role leading a development stream and supporting others in the team Strong cross functional exposure across NPD, category, technical, factory and commercial teams Involvement in shaping product range, future launches and wider innovation pipeline A business investing in its products, people and manufacturing capability Exposure to a growing operation with ongoing site investment and future capacity plans Clear opportunity to develop and progress within a stable, long-term environment Supportive and collaborative team culture with a strong mix of experienced people and new talent Company bonus and a wider employee benefits package Your Background Experience within food product development in a manufacturing environment Strong understanding of how products move from kitchen concept to factory production Experience managing NPD projects, critical paths, deadlines and launches Comfortable working at pace and managing multiple projects at once Experience running or supporting factory trials and product scale up Commercially aware, with the ability to work closely with category and wider stakeholders Strong communication skills with the ability to influence different teams Creative and foodie, but practical enough to deliver products that work operationally Food science or related qualification would be beneficial, but hands-on development experience is more important Organised, proactive and able to manage competing priorities Genuine interest in food, product quality and innovation Join a Business That Invests in You You will be joining a business that is focused on developing its product offering, improving capability and continuing to invest in its future. This is an opportunity to lead meaningful projects, work closely with multiple teams and play a key role in delivering products that meet both customer and business expectations. With continued growth across its core markets, ongoing investment into manufacturing capability and a team that combines long-standing knowledge with fresh thinking, this is an environment where you can build a strong long-term career. If you are looking for a role where you can influence product direction, develop your career and be part of a business that values innovation and delivery, we would love to hear from you. Apply today and get in touch with Kimia at Found Food and Drink.
May 13, 2026
Full time
Location: Wiltshire Salary: £45,000 plus Bonus Hours: Monday to Friday Are you an NPD Manager who enjoys turning ideas into finished products that work commercially, technically and operationally? A growing food manufacturing business is looking for an NPD Manager to lead one of its development streams, taking ownership of key NPD projects from concept through to successful launch. This is a role for someone who enjoys balancing creativity with pace and delivery. You will work closely with category, factory, technical and commercial teams to ensure products are not only exciting and relevant, but also achievable at scale. If you are looking for a position where you can lead projects, support others and see your work make a real impact, this is a strong opportunity to do so. What You ll Be Doing Take the lead on NPD projects, managing the full lifecycle from concept through to launch Lead one of the development streams, supporting and guiding Development Technologists Translate ideas and briefs into viable products that meet operational, quality and cost requirements Work closely with category teams to understand opportunities, trends and future range direction Plan and execute kitchen work, factory trials and product scale up activity Manage critical paths, deadlines and launch requirements across multiple projects Work closely with factory teams to ensure smooth scale up and successful product delivery Collaborate with Technical, Production and Commercial teams to align product and process Review and refine existing products to improve quality, efficiency and customer appeal Identify gaps and opportunities within the range, contributing to future product direction Present concepts, progress and outcomes clearly to stakeholders across the business Support continuous improvement within the development function What s In It for You Opportunity to take ownership of meaningful product development projects A senior role leading a development stream and supporting others in the team Strong cross functional exposure across NPD, category, technical, factory and commercial teams Involvement in shaping product range, future launches and wider innovation pipeline A business investing in its products, people and manufacturing capability Exposure to a growing operation with ongoing site investment and future capacity plans Clear opportunity to develop and progress within a stable, long-term environment Supportive and collaborative team culture with a strong mix of experienced people and new talent Company bonus and a wider employee benefits package Your Background Experience within food product development in a manufacturing environment Strong understanding of how products move from kitchen concept to factory production Experience managing NPD projects, critical paths, deadlines and launches Comfortable working at pace and managing multiple projects at once Experience running or supporting factory trials and product scale up Commercially aware, with the ability to work closely with category and wider stakeholders Strong communication skills with the ability to influence different teams Creative and foodie, but practical enough to deliver products that work operationally Food science or related qualification would be beneficial, but hands-on development experience is more important Organised, proactive and able to manage competing priorities Genuine interest in food, product quality and innovation Join a Business That Invests in You You will be joining a business that is focused on developing its product offering, improving capability and continuing to invest in its future. This is an opportunity to lead meaningful projects, work closely with multiple teams and play a key role in delivering products that meet both customer and business expectations. With continued growth across its core markets, ongoing investment into manufacturing capability and a team that combines long-standing knowledge with fresh thinking, this is an environment where you can build a strong long-term career. If you are looking for a role where you can influence product direction, develop your career and be part of a business that values innovation and delivery, we would love to hear from you. Apply today and get in touch with Kimia at Found Food and Drink.
Garden Centre Area Manager - South East England Location: South East England Salary: Competitive, DOE + Car Allowance This is a key regional leadership role within a leading and rapidly growing garden centre group. The business is continuing to expand its reach and is now looking for an experienced Regional Manager to take ownership of its South East region. This is a hands-on multi-site role, responsible for leading a number of established garden centres with experienced management teams already in place. The focus is on driving consistency, improving performance, and supporting strong operators to deliver at an even higher level. You'll need to be comfortable operating in a commercially strong environment where sites are already trading well, but where there is still clear opportunity to optimise performance and continue raising standards across the region. What you'll be doing: Full responsibility for performance across a multi-site region in the South East Leading and developing experienced Garden Centre Managers Driving consistent commercial performance across all sites Supporting trading performance, seasonal activity and category execution Ensuring strong operational standards across retail, plant and support functions Managing compliance across H&S, HR, audit and company processes Acting as key escalation point for operational and people issues Supporting recruitment, development and succession planning across the region Working closely with senior leadership on regional and group initiatives What they're looking for: Experience in a Regional / Area Manager role within multi-site retail (key) Strong garden centre or specialist retail background preferred Proven ability to manage established, high-performing teams Strong commercial acumen with full P&L accountability Hands-on operator who understands both detail and strategy Comfortable working within a growing and evolving business structure Why join? Join a highly respected garden centre group with strong growth plans Established, well-run sites with experienced managers already in place Significant autonomy across a key regional patch Opportunity to genuinely influence performance at scale Strong package including car allowance and performance-related benefits For any further information or a confidential discussion, please contact (url removed).
May 13, 2026
Full time
Garden Centre Area Manager - South East England Location: South East England Salary: Competitive, DOE + Car Allowance This is a key regional leadership role within a leading and rapidly growing garden centre group. The business is continuing to expand its reach and is now looking for an experienced Regional Manager to take ownership of its South East region. This is a hands-on multi-site role, responsible for leading a number of established garden centres with experienced management teams already in place. The focus is on driving consistency, improving performance, and supporting strong operators to deliver at an even higher level. You'll need to be comfortable operating in a commercially strong environment where sites are already trading well, but where there is still clear opportunity to optimise performance and continue raising standards across the region. What you'll be doing: Full responsibility for performance across a multi-site region in the South East Leading and developing experienced Garden Centre Managers Driving consistent commercial performance across all sites Supporting trading performance, seasonal activity and category execution Ensuring strong operational standards across retail, plant and support functions Managing compliance across H&S, HR, audit and company processes Acting as key escalation point for operational and people issues Supporting recruitment, development and succession planning across the region Working closely with senior leadership on regional and group initiatives What they're looking for: Experience in a Regional / Area Manager role within multi-site retail (key) Strong garden centre or specialist retail background preferred Proven ability to manage established, high-performing teams Strong commercial acumen with full P&L accountability Hands-on operator who understands both detail and strategy Comfortable working within a growing and evolving business structure Why join? Join a highly respected garden centre group with strong growth plans Established, well-run sites with experienced managers already in place Significant autonomy across a key regional patch Opportunity to genuinely influence performance at scale Strong package including car allowance and performance-related benefits For any further information or a confidential discussion, please contact (url removed).
Highly competitive salary, monthly bonus of 10% if sales targets achieved (with potential of 20% if stretch targets achieved), generous employee discount, annual jewellery uniform allowance and other excellent benefits! We are currently seeking a proactive, results driven store manager to join the team in our store. If you thrive on taking the lead on retail operations, inspiring a high performing team to beat their targets and provide a world class service, then we'd love to have you join us! In the UK, we are very proud to have recently been recognised in the Sunday Times 'Best Places to Work 2023', one of only 11 in the 'very large' employers category. The role The store manager is our brand ambassador and responsible for the store's overall commercial success. You will be responsible for managing the assistant manager and a team of supervisors and sales assistants and support them in creating special memories for our customers. What to expect from the role Support and motivate the in store team on a day to day basis to achieve the store's targets by identifying and maximising opportunities to achieve and surpass KPIs, whilst setting the example in exemplary Pandora customer service. Having a strong retail floor presence, educating and influencing the store, as well as ensuring back of house activities enable the store's successful commercial execution. You will be trained thoroughly in our hand crafted luxury product to become a Pandora product expert. With the support from the regional sales manager, you will nurture and develop your team to unlock their full potential and support their succession. The successful candidate Our store managers are the ambassadors of the Pandora brand. Therefore, the ideal candidate will be a highly capable leader and a passionate team player who will confidently support their team to provide an unforgettable Pandora in store experience. Prior experience with a leading brand and/or desirable consumer product retailing is preferred. If you are a senior supervisor, or current assistant manager looking for your next challenge then this could be the opportunity for you. We look for people who demonstrate the ability to apply our company core values of dreaming, daring, caring and delivering in their role. An ideal candidate will have: Proven experience in driving sales and profitability in store. A passion for driving a culture of exemplary customer service. An ability to understand the importance of Pandora's local and global business strategy, and can translate this into the delivery of store, regional and division KPIs. Experience in using data to identify trends, issues and root causes, and has the ability to take action to deliver when such opportunities are identified. Strong communication skills in order to establish and coach a high performing team. The ability to be adaptable and flexible to changing business needs. A positive, can do attitude with a contagious enthusiasm for Pandora product and core values. A well presented appearance with a taste for desirable products and a passion for retail. Why work with us? Our people are an integral part of our success. Our commitment to unforgettable career progression is just the start. We offer a competitive rewards package that is second to none. A highly competitive salary. Monthly bonus of 10% if sales targets achieved (with the potential of 20% if stretch targets are achieved!). A generous annual jewellery uniform allowance that you can spend on jewellery to express yourself and your individuality! Access to our online benefits platform with plentiful retail, hospitality and entertainment discounts. Free support for you and your loved ones through 'Retail Trust' on all things health and wellbeing, financial advice, legal aid and lots more. Parties, incentives and gifts throughout the year. Pandora's recruitment procedures are designed to be transparent and clear for all candidates. This helps us ensure that applicants are provided with a fair and equal opportunity to demonstrate their competencies and skills by removing blocking factors, possible biases, and risks of discrimination. We encourage everyone applying to our vacancies to refrain from adding identity related elements such as a photo, marital status and age. If you require reasonable adjustments in place during your interview(s), please make us aware as soon as possible About Pandora Pandora is the world's largest jewellery brand, specialising in the design, crafting and marketing of accessible luxury jewellery made from high quality materials. Each piece is created to inspire self expression, allowing people to share their stories and passions through meaningful jewellery. Pandora jewellery is sold in more than 100 countries through 7,000 points of sale, including more than 2,800 concept stores. Headquartered in Copenhagen, Denmark, Pandora employs around 39,000 people worldwide and crafts its jewellery with 100% recycled silver and gold. Pandora is committed to leadership in sustainability and has set out to halve greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by 2030. Pandora is listed on the Nasdaq Copenhagen stock exchange and generated revenue of DKK 32.5 billion (EUR 4.4 billion) in 2025.
May 13, 2026
Full time
Highly competitive salary, monthly bonus of 10% if sales targets achieved (with potential of 20% if stretch targets achieved), generous employee discount, annual jewellery uniform allowance and other excellent benefits! We are currently seeking a proactive, results driven store manager to join the team in our store. If you thrive on taking the lead on retail operations, inspiring a high performing team to beat their targets and provide a world class service, then we'd love to have you join us! In the UK, we are very proud to have recently been recognised in the Sunday Times 'Best Places to Work 2023', one of only 11 in the 'very large' employers category. The role The store manager is our brand ambassador and responsible for the store's overall commercial success. You will be responsible for managing the assistant manager and a team of supervisors and sales assistants and support them in creating special memories for our customers. What to expect from the role Support and motivate the in store team on a day to day basis to achieve the store's targets by identifying and maximising opportunities to achieve and surpass KPIs, whilst setting the example in exemplary Pandora customer service. Having a strong retail floor presence, educating and influencing the store, as well as ensuring back of house activities enable the store's successful commercial execution. You will be trained thoroughly in our hand crafted luxury product to become a Pandora product expert. With the support from the regional sales manager, you will nurture and develop your team to unlock their full potential and support their succession. The successful candidate Our store managers are the ambassadors of the Pandora brand. Therefore, the ideal candidate will be a highly capable leader and a passionate team player who will confidently support their team to provide an unforgettable Pandora in store experience. Prior experience with a leading brand and/or desirable consumer product retailing is preferred. If you are a senior supervisor, or current assistant manager looking for your next challenge then this could be the opportunity for you. We look for people who demonstrate the ability to apply our company core values of dreaming, daring, caring and delivering in their role. An ideal candidate will have: Proven experience in driving sales and profitability in store. A passion for driving a culture of exemplary customer service. An ability to understand the importance of Pandora's local and global business strategy, and can translate this into the delivery of store, regional and division KPIs. Experience in using data to identify trends, issues and root causes, and has the ability to take action to deliver when such opportunities are identified. Strong communication skills in order to establish and coach a high performing team. The ability to be adaptable and flexible to changing business needs. A positive, can do attitude with a contagious enthusiasm for Pandora product and core values. A well presented appearance with a taste for desirable products and a passion for retail. Why work with us? Our people are an integral part of our success. Our commitment to unforgettable career progression is just the start. We offer a competitive rewards package that is second to none. A highly competitive salary. Monthly bonus of 10% if sales targets achieved (with the potential of 20% if stretch targets are achieved!). A generous annual jewellery uniform allowance that you can spend on jewellery to express yourself and your individuality! Access to our online benefits platform with plentiful retail, hospitality and entertainment discounts. Free support for you and your loved ones through 'Retail Trust' on all things health and wellbeing, financial advice, legal aid and lots more. Parties, incentives and gifts throughout the year. Pandora's recruitment procedures are designed to be transparent and clear for all candidates. This helps us ensure that applicants are provided with a fair and equal opportunity to demonstrate their competencies and skills by removing blocking factors, possible biases, and risks of discrimination. We encourage everyone applying to our vacancies to refrain from adding identity related elements such as a photo, marital status and age. If you require reasonable adjustments in place during your interview(s), please make us aware as soon as possible About Pandora Pandora is the world's largest jewellery brand, specialising in the design, crafting and marketing of accessible luxury jewellery made from high quality materials. Each piece is created to inspire self expression, allowing people to share their stories and passions through meaningful jewellery. Pandora jewellery is sold in more than 100 countries through 7,000 points of sale, including more than 2,800 concept stores. Headquartered in Copenhagen, Denmark, Pandora employs around 39,000 people worldwide and crafts its jewellery with 100% recycled silver and gold. Pandora is committed to leadership in sustainability and has set out to halve greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by 2030. Pandora is listed on the Nasdaq Copenhagen stock exchange and generated revenue of DKK 32.5 billion (EUR 4.4 billion) in 2025.
Marketing Assistant Location: Hybrid with occasional travel to Bromsgrove office Salary: 26,000 Benefits: 30 days' annual leave increasing to 35 days with length of service plus bank holidays Company pension scheme Life insurance x2 Employee discount scheme Free on-site parking If you're a creative, organised and proactive individual looking to build your career in marketing, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. We are looking for a Marketing Assistant to join our growing marketing team, supporting a wide range of exciting campaigns and projects across social media, digital and PR. This is a hands-on role, making it ideal for someone who enjoys working across multiple areas of marketing in a fast-paced environment. You will play an important role in helping drive awareness, engagement and enquiries across our brands, while supporting the wider marketing team with business-critical projects and day-to-day activity. This is a hybrid working role with occasional travel to our Bromsgrove office required. Role Details The successful candidate will support the delivery of marketing activity across a range of channels but mainly focusing on social media, digital marketing and PR. You will help create and schedule engaging social media content, support community growth across platforms, assist with short-form video and graphic creation, coordinate marketing administration and provide support with wider marketing campaigns and projects. The role also includes supporting virtual event communications, managing internal requests through the shared marketing inbox, coordinating print requests and assisting with refer-a-friend payment processing. Working closely with recruitment teams, marketing managers and internal stakeholders, you will help ensure campaigns and marketing activity are delivered efficiently and effectively. This role would suit someone who is highly organised, creative, eager to learn and able to manage multiple tasks at once while maintaining excellent attention to detail. You will report directly to the Senior Marketing Manager and work closely with the wider marketing leadership team. Essential Skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills Strong organisational and administrative skills Good understanding of social media platforms and trends Experience creating content for social media Basic graphic design and/or video editing skills Ability to work independently and as part of a team High level of attention to detail Strong time management and ability to prioritise workload Proactive and enthusiastic attitude Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment Confident using Microsoft Office and digital platforms Desirable Criteria Experience in a marketing or communications role Experience using Canva, Adobe Creative Suite or similar tools Experience scheduling social media content Knowledge of PR or event coordination Experience using CRM, CMS or project management platforms A qualification in marketing, communications or a related field Why Join Us? This is an exciting opportunity to join a supportive and collaborative marketing team where you will gain hands-on experience across multiple areas of marketing and communications. You'll have the opportunity to develop your skills, contribute to meaningful projects and play a role in helping us grow and engage our communities. Polaris Community is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates. Polaris Community is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. PandoLogic. Category:Marketing & Biz Dev,
May 13, 2026
Full time
Marketing Assistant Location: Hybrid with occasional travel to Bromsgrove office Salary: 26,000 Benefits: 30 days' annual leave increasing to 35 days with length of service plus bank holidays Company pension scheme Life insurance x2 Employee discount scheme Free on-site parking If you're a creative, organised and proactive individual looking to build your career in marketing, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. We are looking for a Marketing Assistant to join our growing marketing team, supporting a wide range of exciting campaigns and projects across social media, digital and PR. This is a hands-on role, making it ideal for someone who enjoys working across multiple areas of marketing in a fast-paced environment. You will play an important role in helping drive awareness, engagement and enquiries across our brands, while supporting the wider marketing team with business-critical projects and day-to-day activity. This is a hybrid working role with occasional travel to our Bromsgrove office required. Role Details The successful candidate will support the delivery of marketing activity across a range of channels but mainly focusing on social media, digital marketing and PR. You will help create and schedule engaging social media content, support community growth across platforms, assist with short-form video and graphic creation, coordinate marketing administration and provide support with wider marketing campaigns and projects. The role also includes supporting virtual event communications, managing internal requests through the shared marketing inbox, coordinating print requests and assisting with refer-a-friend payment processing. Working closely with recruitment teams, marketing managers and internal stakeholders, you will help ensure campaigns and marketing activity are delivered efficiently and effectively. This role would suit someone who is highly organised, creative, eager to learn and able to manage multiple tasks at once while maintaining excellent attention to detail. You will report directly to the Senior Marketing Manager and work closely with the wider marketing leadership team. Essential Skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills Strong organisational and administrative skills Good understanding of social media platforms and trends Experience creating content for social media Basic graphic design and/or video editing skills Ability to work independently and as part of a team High level of attention to detail Strong time management and ability to prioritise workload Proactive and enthusiastic attitude Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment Confident using Microsoft Office and digital platforms Desirable Criteria Experience in a marketing or communications role Experience using Canva, Adobe Creative Suite or similar tools Experience scheduling social media content Knowledge of PR or event coordination Experience using CRM, CMS or project management platforms A qualification in marketing, communications or a related field Why Join Us? This is an exciting opportunity to join a supportive and collaborative marketing team where you will gain hands-on experience across multiple areas of marketing and communications. You'll have the opportunity to develop your skills, contribute to meaningful projects and play a role in helping us grow and engage our communities. Polaris Community is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates. Polaris Community is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. PandoLogic. Category:Marketing & Biz Dev,
Business Account Coordinator Job Title - Business Account Coordinator Job Category - Construction & Surveying Location - Bristol Our client is a leading supplier of fitted kitchens and bedrooms for new build homes with a market share of over 50%. They supply leading housebuilders such as Barratt and Taylor Wimpey, as well as developers of inner-city high-rise projects and social housing providers where a diverse product range and outstanding service sets them apart from their competitors. Their investment in the largest field-based team in the industry, along with outstanding manufacturing capabilities, delivery process and after-sales service means they have built strong long-term relationships with their customers. They are now looking for Business Account Coordinator to join their Solutions Team. Our client is looking for a self-motivated individual who has the communication and coordination skills to support the Business Account Managers within the Bristol and the surrounding areas. Business Account Coordinator - Key responsibilities - Actively supporting the account managers with the management of our larger and more complex accounts. - Working closely with the team to ensure that customers are getting excellent service and we are maximising market share from all customers we deal with. - Building relationships with key customer contacts. - Ensuring business growth from existing customer base is maximised. Business Account Coordinator - Required Skills - Able to communicate confidently with people at all levels to help develop and maintain existing relationships with Architects, Specifiers, Site/Project Managers, Buyers, Senior Managers and Directors. - Able to handle multiple projects positively. - Able to work well under pressure and as part of a dynamic team - Self-motivated and able to maintain deadlines. - The desire to build a career and succeed in a customer-focused environment. - Excellent organisational and administrative skills and be computer literacy. - A full UK driving licence, as travel within the area will be required. - A relevant site H&S card is desirable, but this can be included as part of the training. Our client is a well-established UK manufacturer with over 50 years of success, supplying high quality fitted furniture into some of the largest residential developments in the UK. They are known for their strong reputation, long term partnerships and commitment to developing talent internally. This is a genuine career opportunity with full training provided and future career prospects in line with company growth.
May 13, 2026
Full time
Business Account Coordinator Job Title - Business Account Coordinator Job Category - Construction & Surveying Location - Bristol Our client is a leading supplier of fitted kitchens and bedrooms for new build homes with a market share of over 50%. They supply leading housebuilders such as Barratt and Taylor Wimpey, as well as developers of inner-city high-rise projects and social housing providers where a diverse product range and outstanding service sets them apart from their competitors. Their investment in the largest field-based team in the industry, along with outstanding manufacturing capabilities, delivery process and after-sales service means they have built strong long-term relationships with their customers. They are now looking for Business Account Coordinator to join their Solutions Team. Our client is looking for a self-motivated individual who has the communication and coordination skills to support the Business Account Managers within the Bristol and the surrounding areas. Business Account Coordinator - Key responsibilities - Actively supporting the account managers with the management of our larger and more complex accounts. - Working closely with the team to ensure that customers are getting excellent service and we are maximising market share from all customers we deal with. - Building relationships with key customer contacts. - Ensuring business growth from existing customer base is maximised. Business Account Coordinator - Required Skills - Able to communicate confidently with people at all levels to help develop and maintain existing relationships with Architects, Specifiers, Site/Project Managers, Buyers, Senior Managers and Directors. - Able to handle multiple projects positively. - Able to work well under pressure and as part of a dynamic team - Self-motivated and able to maintain deadlines. - The desire to build a career and succeed in a customer-focused environment. - Excellent organisational and administrative skills and be computer literacy. - A full UK driving licence, as travel within the area will be required. - A relevant site H&S card is desirable, but this can be included as part of the training. Our client is a well-established UK manufacturer with over 50 years of success, supplying high quality fitted furniture into some of the largest residential developments in the UK. They are known for their strong reputation, long term partnerships and commitment to developing talent internally. This is a genuine career opportunity with full training provided and future career prospects in line with company growth.
Job title: Key Account Manager - Field Sales Location: Field based (Requires travel to the Leicestershire based site once or twice a month) Contract length: 6 months initially Randstad Sourceright, a leading provider of RPO & MSP Recruitment Services, is seeking a Key Account Manager to drive profitable Net Sales Value (NSV) growth within their Specialist businesses. This role involves managing all internal and external dimensions of the customer relationship and contributing significantly to the development of long-term customer strategies. Key Responsibilities: The Key Account Manager will be responsible for: Achieving profitable sales and category growth with assigned priority head office customers Creating and executing customer plans that deliver both company and customer objectives, advancing category leadership. Building and maintaining strong customer relationships, influencing senior levels at customer head offices to implement solutions that deliver mutually beneficial results. Solutions include (but are not limited to) sales revenue, trade revenue optimisation, customer profitability, category growth, category leadership, product range, new product launches, placement and pricing throughout the chain. Ensuring the accurate and timely execution of all agreed-upon customer solutions, including forecasting, detailed follow-through, and efficient trade revenue optimisation within the agreed budget Knowledge & Experience: The ideal candidate will possess: Sales experience encompassing selling, negotiating and leveraging insights to create customised customer plans that meet/exceed objectives and advance Category Leadership Direct and head office customer experience, delivering solutions across product, placement, promotion and/or pricing, with a proven track record of meeting/exceeding sales objectives and establishing effective business relationships with key multi-level decision-makers Experience in leveraging Category Leadership fundamentals to drive category growth and the ability to articulate the category story effectively Experience in managing budgets and/or trade revenue optimisation, consistently delivering on budget and achieving a strong Return on Investment (ROI)
May 12, 2026
Contractor
Job title: Key Account Manager - Field Sales Location: Field based (Requires travel to the Leicestershire based site once or twice a month) Contract length: 6 months initially Randstad Sourceright, a leading provider of RPO & MSP Recruitment Services, is seeking a Key Account Manager to drive profitable Net Sales Value (NSV) growth within their Specialist businesses. This role involves managing all internal and external dimensions of the customer relationship and contributing significantly to the development of long-term customer strategies. Key Responsibilities: The Key Account Manager will be responsible for: Achieving profitable sales and category growth with assigned priority head office customers Creating and executing customer plans that deliver both company and customer objectives, advancing category leadership. Building and maintaining strong customer relationships, influencing senior levels at customer head offices to implement solutions that deliver mutually beneficial results. Solutions include (but are not limited to) sales revenue, trade revenue optimisation, customer profitability, category growth, category leadership, product range, new product launches, placement and pricing throughout the chain. Ensuring the accurate and timely execution of all agreed-upon customer solutions, including forecasting, detailed follow-through, and efficient trade revenue optimisation within the agreed budget Knowledge & Experience: The ideal candidate will possess: Sales experience encompassing selling, negotiating and leveraging insights to create customised customer plans that meet/exceed objectives and advance Category Leadership Direct and head office customer experience, delivering solutions across product, placement, promotion and/or pricing, with a proven track record of meeting/exceeding sales objectives and establishing effective business relationships with key multi-level decision-makers Experience in leveraging Category Leadership fundamentals to drive category growth and the ability to articulate the category story effectively Experience in managing budgets and/or trade revenue optimisation, consistently delivering on budget and achieving a strong Return on Investment (ROI)
We have an exciting opportunity for a Category & Insights Manager (On-Trade) to join our team, based full-time, on-site at our beautiful offices in Somerset. Who are Thatchers Cider? Established in 1904 by William John Thatcher, we have grown into one of the top cider making businesses in the world. Now in our fifth generation of family cider makers, we're exceptionally proud of our Somerset roots. We've experienced tremendous growth through industry leading levels of investment in our marketing, people development, innovative technology and world class cider mill. The best part? We're just getting started. What are the perks? Competitive salary Benefits including discounts in our cider shop & on-site pub, The Railway Inn! Training, support and development to help you succeed What will I be doing? As our Category & Insights Manager (On Trade), you'll champion category growth and amplify Thatchers influence across the on trade. This strategic, outward facing role transforms data into clear, actionable insight that shapes customer plans, industry influence, and long term category development. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate about insight, commercially minded, and confident building credibility with customers and industry bodies. What's involved? Category Strategy & Leadership Develop and own the on trade category strategy, identifying growth drivers, market dynamics and future opportunities. Translate insight into strategic actions that shape customer, brand and commercial plans. Lead annual and long term category planning aligned with Thatchers commercial ambitions. Act as a category thought leader, raising the profile of Thatchers cider and positioning the business as a trusted voice on category trends. Insight Generation & Analysis Analyse market, consumer and customer data to uncover trends, performance drivers and risks. Build compelling insight stories to influence senior stakeholders and external partners. Monitor competitor activity, pricing and promotional effectiveness across the on trade. Industry Engagement & Advocacy Represent Thatchers within key industry bodies, forums and associations. Build strong relationships with industry influencers. Share thought leadership that positions Thatchers at the forefront of category development and cider innovation. Customer & Commercial Support Partner with key on trade customers to deliver category led joint business plans. Create tailored insight decks, ranging guidance, menu optimisation and space recommendations. Support the sales team with category stories, pitch materials and performance reviews. Menu, Range & Space Optimisation Lead menu engineering, pricing analysis and range recommendations. Develop tools and frameworks that help customers optimise performance. Evaluate NPD performance and guide commercial decisions. Cross Functional Collaboration Work closely with marketing, sales, finance and supply chain teams. Influence brand planning with insight led recommendations. Support innovation teams with opportunity sizing and concept testing. Reporting & Performance Own category reporting, dashboards and performance updates. Ensure accuracy and clarity across all insight outputs. Track KPIs such as rate of sale, distribution, share and customer performance. What are we looking for? Technical & Analytical Skills Strong experience with on trade customers and industry data sources. Ability to convert complex data into simple, compelling narratives. Skilled in forecasting, modelling and opportunity sizing. Commercial & Category Expertise Deep understanding of the on trade landscape. Proven experience in category management, insights or commercial strategy. Confident influencing customers and external stakeholders. Communication & Influence Exceptional storytelling and presentation skills. Able to constructively challenge and influence decisions. Comfortable representing the business externally. Personal Qualities The Thatchers team is action oriented, adaptable and resourceful, with high levels of resilience to compete in an exciting yet competitive marketplace. We are curious, proactive and passionate about quality cider enjoyed across the world. If you have the passion to make an impact as part of the Thatchers family, this is the role for you.
May 12, 2026
Full time
We have an exciting opportunity for a Category & Insights Manager (On-Trade) to join our team, based full-time, on-site at our beautiful offices in Somerset. Who are Thatchers Cider? Established in 1904 by William John Thatcher, we have grown into one of the top cider making businesses in the world. Now in our fifth generation of family cider makers, we're exceptionally proud of our Somerset roots. We've experienced tremendous growth through industry leading levels of investment in our marketing, people development, innovative technology and world class cider mill. The best part? We're just getting started. What are the perks? Competitive salary Benefits including discounts in our cider shop & on-site pub, The Railway Inn! Training, support and development to help you succeed What will I be doing? As our Category & Insights Manager (On Trade), you'll champion category growth and amplify Thatchers influence across the on trade. This strategic, outward facing role transforms data into clear, actionable insight that shapes customer plans, industry influence, and long term category development. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate about insight, commercially minded, and confident building credibility with customers and industry bodies. What's involved? Category Strategy & Leadership Develop and own the on trade category strategy, identifying growth drivers, market dynamics and future opportunities. Translate insight into strategic actions that shape customer, brand and commercial plans. Lead annual and long term category planning aligned with Thatchers commercial ambitions. Act as a category thought leader, raising the profile of Thatchers cider and positioning the business as a trusted voice on category trends. Insight Generation & Analysis Analyse market, consumer and customer data to uncover trends, performance drivers and risks. Build compelling insight stories to influence senior stakeholders and external partners. Monitor competitor activity, pricing and promotional effectiveness across the on trade. Industry Engagement & Advocacy Represent Thatchers within key industry bodies, forums and associations. Build strong relationships with industry influencers. Share thought leadership that positions Thatchers at the forefront of category development and cider innovation. Customer & Commercial Support Partner with key on trade customers to deliver category led joint business plans. Create tailored insight decks, ranging guidance, menu optimisation and space recommendations. Support the sales team with category stories, pitch materials and performance reviews. Menu, Range & Space Optimisation Lead menu engineering, pricing analysis and range recommendations. Develop tools and frameworks that help customers optimise performance. Evaluate NPD performance and guide commercial decisions. Cross Functional Collaboration Work closely with marketing, sales, finance and supply chain teams. Influence brand planning with insight led recommendations. Support innovation teams with opportunity sizing and concept testing. Reporting & Performance Own category reporting, dashboards and performance updates. Ensure accuracy and clarity across all insight outputs. Track KPIs such as rate of sale, distribution, share and customer performance. What are we looking for? Technical & Analytical Skills Strong experience with on trade customers and industry data sources. Ability to convert complex data into simple, compelling narratives. Skilled in forecasting, modelling and opportunity sizing. Commercial & Category Expertise Deep understanding of the on trade landscape. Proven experience in category management, insights or commercial strategy. Confident influencing customers and external stakeholders. Communication & Influence Exceptional storytelling and presentation skills. Able to constructively challenge and influence decisions. Comfortable representing the business externally. Personal Qualities The Thatchers team is action oriented, adaptable and resourceful, with high levels of resilience to compete in an exciting yet competitive marketplace. We are curious, proactive and passionate about quality cider enjoyed across the world. If you have the passion to make an impact as part of the Thatchers family, this is the role for you.
Ready to embark on the quest to join Hack The Box? At the end of this journey, you'll become a proud member of Hack The Box, with the ultimate mission to raise cyber resilience, so that every organization can stay ahead of tomorrow's threats. The core mission of the Sr Partner Development Manager The Partner Manager, EMEA will play an impactful role in scaling our footprint across the region. You will be responsible for nurturing our existing strategic resellers, identifying growth opportunities, and driving co-sell motions with both traditional resellers and complementary technology partners. You will work closely with our Sales, Marketing, and Customer Success teams to ensure our partners are enabled, motivated, and hitting their pipeline goals. This is an exciting opportunity to join a company with a cult following in the cybersecurity community. With your relationship-building skills and commercial acumen, you will evolve our partner program and drive tangible impact in a mission-driven industry. Location & Work Mode UK, London, preferred) Fully Remote The adventures that await you 1. Relationship Management Existing Resellers & Distributors: This is your core focus. You will build and nurture deep relationships at all levels (Sales Reps, Practice Leads, and Executive Stakeholders) across our EMEA partner base. You'll ensure HTB is "top of mind" for their sales teams through regular connects and alignment sessions. Complementary Partners: Work with existing strategic technology partners that align with HTB's mission. You will explore collaborative opportunities for joint GTM. 2. Business Development & Growth Pipeline Generation: Work hand-in-hand with partners to identify and qualify new enterprise opportunities. You'll drive "Partner-Sourced" revenue through targeted account mapping and co-marketing initiatives. Co-Selling & Deal Support: Manage partner sales cycles by providing expertise on HTB's value proposition, navigating complex procurement processes, and leveraging customer success stories to close deals. Go-to-Market (GTM) Plans: Collaborate with internal teams to build EMEA-specific GTM strategies. Funding & Incentives: Manage and optimize partner incentive programs and MDF (Marketing Development Funds) to drive maximum ROI and partner loyalty. 3. Communication & Operations QBRs & Executive Alignment: Lead Quarterly Business Reviews with key partners to track performance, share updates on the HTB roadmap, and realign on strategic goals. Enablement: Facilitate the training and onboarding of partner sales and technical teams. You'll ensure they are equipped to demo the HTB platform and articulate our unique gamified approach to upskilling. Partner Ops: Keep data hygiene high by tracking sourced pipeline, deal registrations, and certification levels to ensure a transparent and efficient ecosystem. Targets: The role is measured on partner-sourced pipeline in focus regions (UKI, DACH, Nordics). Skills, knowledge, and experience points required to unlock the role 5-6 years of experience in partnerships or business development, cyber experience a huge plus Experience creating an actionable plan to grow revenue. Must be willing to travel throughout the regions including attendance at all business reviews and ad hoc meetings. Demonstrate leadership that promotes and exemplifies the highest levels of teamwork, personal accountability, and mutual support to the Partner. Experience collaborating with internal and external teams Excellent communication, presentation, prioritization, time management and negotiation with stakeholders at all levels. ️ What your Hack The Box adventure will have in store: You'll have the exhilarating opportunity to contribute to a product that is highly appreciated by users and the cybersecurity community at large. You'll experience a highly supportive and caring environment, fostering growth, flexibility, and autonomy. You'll embark on an exciting journey of continuous learning and problem-solving, leveling up as our organization grows. Most importantly, you'll have a blast at HTB because fun is an essential ingredient in our recipe for success! Just wait until you see our global meet ups! The gems you'll be enjoying: Private Health Care & Life Insurance Home Office Allowance Ticket Restaurant Allowance Paid paternity leave Dedicated budget for training and professional development, participation in conferences State-of-the-art equipment Full access to the Hack The Box lab offerings; so you can learn how to hack ABOUT HACK THE BOX Hack The Box (HTB) is the cybersecurity upskilling and talent development platform trusted by individuals, enterprises, and government agencies to sharpen offensive and defensive capabilities. Powered by a vibrant global community and hands on, real world training, HTB helps security teams practice like attackers, validate skills continuously, and move faster against emerging threats. We're scaling rapidly across the enterprise market-especially in Financial Services, MSSPs, and Technology-and we're just getting started. If you're excited to turn technical depth into crisp stories, to shape a category, and to fuel measurable growth in a fast, collaborative environment-come build with us.
May 11, 2026
Full time
Ready to embark on the quest to join Hack The Box? At the end of this journey, you'll become a proud member of Hack The Box, with the ultimate mission to raise cyber resilience, so that every organization can stay ahead of tomorrow's threats. The core mission of the Sr Partner Development Manager The Partner Manager, EMEA will play an impactful role in scaling our footprint across the region. You will be responsible for nurturing our existing strategic resellers, identifying growth opportunities, and driving co-sell motions with both traditional resellers and complementary technology partners. You will work closely with our Sales, Marketing, and Customer Success teams to ensure our partners are enabled, motivated, and hitting their pipeline goals. This is an exciting opportunity to join a company with a cult following in the cybersecurity community. With your relationship-building skills and commercial acumen, you will evolve our partner program and drive tangible impact in a mission-driven industry. Location & Work Mode UK, London, preferred) Fully Remote The adventures that await you 1. Relationship Management Existing Resellers & Distributors: This is your core focus. You will build and nurture deep relationships at all levels (Sales Reps, Practice Leads, and Executive Stakeholders) across our EMEA partner base. You'll ensure HTB is "top of mind" for their sales teams through regular connects and alignment sessions. Complementary Partners: Work with existing strategic technology partners that align with HTB's mission. You will explore collaborative opportunities for joint GTM. 2. Business Development & Growth Pipeline Generation: Work hand-in-hand with partners to identify and qualify new enterprise opportunities. You'll drive "Partner-Sourced" revenue through targeted account mapping and co-marketing initiatives. Co-Selling & Deal Support: Manage partner sales cycles by providing expertise on HTB's value proposition, navigating complex procurement processes, and leveraging customer success stories to close deals. Go-to-Market (GTM) Plans: Collaborate with internal teams to build EMEA-specific GTM strategies. Funding & Incentives: Manage and optimize partner incentive programs and MDF (Marketing Development Funds) to drive maximum ROI and partner loyalty. 3. Communication & Operations QBRs & Executive Alignment: Lead Quarterly Business Reviews with key partners to track performance, share updates on the HTB roadmap, and realign on strategic goals. Enablement: Facilitate the training and onboarding of partner sales and technical teams. You'll ensure they are equipped to demo the HTB platform and articulate our unique gamified approach to upskilling. Partner Ops: Keep data hygiene high by tracking sourced pipeline, deal registrations, and certification levels to ensure a transparent and efficient ecosystem. Targets: The role is measured on partner-sourced pipeline in focus regions (UKI, DACH, Nordics). Skills, knowledge, and experience points required to unlock the role 5-6 years of experience in partnerships or business development, cyber experience a huge plus Experience creating an actionable plan to grow revenue. Must be willing to travel throughout the regions including attendance at all business reviews and ad hoc meetings. Demonstrate leadership that promotes and exemplifies the highest levels of teamwork, personal accountability, and mutual support to the Partner. Experience collaborating with internal and external teams Excellent communication, presentation, prioritization, time management and negotiation with stakeholders at all levels. ️ What your Hack The Box adventure will have in store: You'll have the exhilarating opportunity to contribute to a product that is highly appreciated by users and the cybersecurity community at large. You'll experience a highly supportive and caring environment, fostering growth, flexibility, and autonomy. You'll embark on an exciting journey of continuous learning and problem-solving, leveling up as our organization grows. Most importantly, you'll have a blast at HTB because fun is an essential ingredient in our recipe for success! Just wait until you see our global meet ups! The gems you'll be enjoying: Private Health Care & Life Insurance Home Office Allowance Ticket Restaurant Allowance Paid paternity leave Dedicated budget for training and professional development, participation in conferences State-of-the-art equipment Full access to the Hack The Box lab offerings; so you can learn how to hack ABOUT HACK THE BOX Hack The Box (HTB) is the cybersecurity upskilling and talent development platform trusted by individuals, enterprises, and government agencies to sharpen offensive and defensive capabilities. Powered by a vibrant global community and hands on, real world training, HTB helps security teams practice like attackers, validate skills continuously, and move faster against emerging threats. We're scaling rapidly across the enterprise market-especially in Financial Services, MSSPs, and Technology-and we're just getting started. If you're excited to turn technical depth into crisp stories, to shape a category, and to fuel measurable growth in a fast, collaborative environment-come build with us.
National Account Executive Grocery Retail Accounts Home Based Role (travel to Midlands head office - minimum once per week and customer travel as required) A rare opportunity to join this wonderful food business that is passionate about working with customers to develop irresistible products that customers love and that enhance its profitability. Working with true foodies, this is a fabulous chance for you to take your grounding in grocery retail accounts and develop a long-term future in this role, with every opportunity to work towards a Business Unit Manager position. This varied and interesting role will give you exposure to branded and private label categories in a collaborative and supportive environment. The Role Reporting into the Senior Manager, you will support the management and growth of strategic retail accounts while helping to drive profitable sales growth across branded and own-label ranges. Key responsibilities include: -Supporting the delivery of sales plans across key grocery retail accounts -Managing and developing relationships within independent retailer and wholesale channels -Assisting with Joint Business Plans (JBPs) and customer growth strategies -Coordinating promotional activity, pricing files, forecasting, and product launches -Analysing sales performance, identifying risks and opportunities, and reporting insights to the wider commercial team -Working cross-functionally with marketing, supply chain, finance, technical, and product development teams -Supporting customer meetings, presentations, and commercial reviews About You We're looking for an ambitious and organised FMCG professional, with a passion for food coupled with strong analytical and relationship-building skills. You will ideally have: -Experience within FMCG sales, account support, category, or commercial roles -Exposure to the UK grocery retail sector (Tesco and/or Waitrose experience advantageous) -Strong Excel and reporting skills with the ability to interpret commercial data -Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities -A proactive approach and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment -Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail -A genuine passion for food and consumer trends What's on Offer -Salary guide: 40,000 - 45,000 (depending on experience) -Car allowance / car. -25 days holiday + bank holidays -Uncapped bonus -Pension scheme -Private Medical Healthcare -Home-based contract with travel to site at least once a week, and to customers as / when necessary. -Some international travel. -Excellent opportunities for career development As you know over here at Zest we like to do things properly and always want to keep you, the candidate in the loop. Applying to this 'one of a kind' role you give Zest permission to hold your information. If you want to know more about how Zest look after your personal information please visit our privacy policy on the website (url removed)
May 11, 2026
Full time
National Account Executive Grocery Retail Accounts Home Based Role (travel to Midlands head office - minimum once per week and customer travel as required) A rare opportunity to join this wonderful food business that is passionate about working with customers to develop irresistible products that customers love and that enhance its profitability. Working with true foodies, this is a fabulous chance for you to take your grounding in grocery retail accounts and develop a long-term future in this role, with every opportunity to work towards a Business Unit Manager position. This varied and interesting role will give you exposure to branded and private label categories in a collaborative and supportive environment. The Role Reporting into the Senior Manager, you will support the management and growth of strategic retail accounts while helping to drive profitable sales growth across branded and own-label ranges. Key responsibilities include: -Supporting the delivery of sales plans across key grocery retail accounts -Managing and developing relationships within independent retailer and wholesale channels -Assisting with Joint Business Plans (JBPs) and customer growth strategies -Coordinating promotional activity, pricing files, forecasting, and product launches -Analysing sales performance, identifying risks and opportunities, and reporting insights to the wider commercial team -Working cross-functionally with marketing, supply chain, finance, technical, and product development teams -Supporting customer meetings, presentations, and commercial reviews About You We're looking for an ambitious and organised FMCG professional, with a passion for food coupled with strong analytical and relationship-building skills. You will ideally have: -Experience within FMCG sales, account support, category, or commercial roles -Exposure to the UK grocery retail sector (Tesco and/or Waitrose experience advantageous) -Strong Excel and reporting skills with the ability to interpret commercial data -Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities -A proactive approach and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment -Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail -A genuine passion for food and consumer trends What's on Offer -Salary guide: 40,000 - 45,000 (depending on experience) -Car allowance / car. -25 days holiday + bank holidays -Uncapped bonus -Pension scheme -Private Medical Healthcare -Home-based contract with travel to site at least once a week, and to customers as / when necessary. -Some international travel. -Excellent opportunities for career development As you know over here at Zest we like to do things properly and always want to keep you, the candidate in the loop. Applying to this 'one of a kind' role you give Zest permission to hold your information. If you want to know more about how Zest look after your personal information please visit our privacy policy on the website (url removed)
Commercial Lead - Government -PCR15 - PR23 - SC Clearance - London (Hybrid) I am working with a government client who are looking for a number of Commercial Leads to join their DDaT procurement team. Due to the urgency and nature of the role, candidates who hold British nationality and active SC Clearance will be preferred. You'll work across both PCR15 and the Procurement Act 2023, guiding senior stakeholders and ensuring compliant, audit-ready commercial outcomes throughout the life cycle and shaping category strategies and routes to market. I am therefore keen to speak with candidates who have: Public sector procurement experience, ideally within digital, data, AI or wider technology categories. Significant experience managing complex, high-value procurement under PCR15 and/or PR23. Proven ability to operate confidently in a dual-regime environment across Legacy frameworks and new obligations. Strong understanding of government sourcing playbooks and commercial governance. Expertise in using CCS and other frameworks, including call-off procedures and flexible purchasing models. Experience procuring AI solutions, data platforms, SaaS, cloud services and digital delivery or infrastructure. Strong commercial acumen, risk management skills and experience developing sourcing strategies for complex markets. Excellent communication, negotiation and stakeholder engagement skills, with experience influencing senior decision makers. Interested? Apply now for immediate consideration!
May 11, 2026
Contractor
Commercial Lead - Government -PCR15 - PR23 - SC Clearance - London (Hybrid) I am working with a government client who are looking for a number of Commercial Leads to join their DDaT procurement team. Due to the urgency and nature of the role, candidates who hold British nationality and active SC Clearance will be preferred. You'll work across both PCR15 and the Procurement Act 2023, guiding senior stakeholders and ensuring compliant, audit-ready commercial outcomes throughout the life cycle and shaping category strategies and routes to market. I am therefore keen to speak with candidates who have: Public sector procurement experience, ideally within digital, data, AI or wider technology categories. Significant experience managing complex, high-value procurement under PCR15 and/or PR23. Proven ability to operate confidently in a dual-regime environment across Legacy frameworks and new obligations. Strong understanding of government sourcing playbooks and commercial governance. Expertise in using CCS and other frameworks, including call-off procedures and flexible purchasing models. Experience procuring AI solutions, data platforms, SaaS, cloud services and digital delivery or infrastructure. Strong commercial acumen, risk management skills and experience developing sourcing strategies for complex markets. Excellent communication, negotiation and stakeholder engagement skills, with experience influencing senior decision makers. Interested? Apply now for immediate consideration!
Head of Risk page is loaded Head of Riskremote type: Hybridlocations: LON - Londontime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 3 Days Agojob requisition id: R-50212We insure small businesses and enable big dreams - not just for our customers, but for our people and communities too. With over 1,000,000 active insurance policies, we protect builders, bakers, landlords and more than 1,200 other trades.We're a technology company as well as one that sells insurance. That means we build, we fail, we learn and we improve. Through our global social impact strategy, called 'The Big Dreams Project', we're working to help 10,000 small businesses start or grow by 2030.Why not check out our advert on YouTube: .# Job Category Risk Control# Position Type Permanent# Target Openings 1Here's what you'll be doing: You will play a leading role in safeguarding our assets and reputation by proactively identifying and mitigating risks across the whole business. This isn't about traditional "box-ticking"; we want you to move beyond old-school approaches to foster a culture of excellence and innovation. You'll become the trusted expert for an emerging risk environment, fostering a risk-aware mindset throughout the entire organisation. What makes this role different is the level of strategic influence you'll hold. You aren't just monitoring from the side-lines; you are a key partner and advisor providing critical insights to senior leaders on how risks impact our strategy. You'll be responsible for the continuous improvement and evolution of our existing comprehensive risk management framework, ensuring a best-fit approach that aligns perfectly with our long-term objectives. As ur Head of Risk, you'll: Take full ownership of proposing and implementing a risk strategy that is tailored to fit and operates effectively for our specific needs. Identify and prioritise operational and financial risks alongside regulatory and strategic challenges on a day-to-day basis. While maintaining a forward-looking lens on emerging threats. Prepare and present detailed risk reports to department heads,senior management and the Board, providing the strategic clarity needed to drive informed decision-making. Lead and develop a high-performing risk management team, fostering a culture of professional excellence and continuous improvement, and providing the guidance and support they need to succeed. Lead the enterprise-wide risk reporting strategy to ensure emerging issues are identified, triaged, and surfaced to leadership with the urgency required for decisive action Independently lead the placement and management of our UK corporate insurance programmes, ensuring comprehensive coverage across all business activities. Act as primary lead in negotiations with insurers to secure favorable terms and oversee the end-to-end claims process, with a specific focus on Errors & Omissions (E&O). We're looking for someone who is: An expert in risk management frameworks and methodologies with a deep understanding of industry best practices. Strong understanding of the business model and operations of a regulated financial services business (preferably within the insurance market). Deeply knowledgeable about UK regulations and insurance principles, and eligible to hold an FCA Certified Manager role. A proven leader with significant experience in motivating teams and implementing effective risk strategies from the ground up. A collaborative partner who can build strong relationships and influence stakeholders at the highest levels of the organisation. Highly analytical and technically literate, with the ability to use data and software to identify emerging trends. Resilient and ethical, staying calm under pressure and maintaining total objectivity when facing complex challenges. This role may be subject to FCA regulations, which we'll determine during the hiring process. If it is regulated, there will be specific responsibilities under FCA regulations, including enhanced checks and referencing. We'll explain everything in more detail as part of the hiring process. By embedding a forward-thinking risk culture across Simply Business, you'll give us the stability and confidence to keep innovating for our customers. Your expertise directly protects the foundations that allow us to continue enabling big dreams for small businesses. Apply today.# What are the benefits of working at Simply Business: we offer a great work-life balance where workloads are manageable and everyone has the flexibility to work hybrid on top of the 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays), we offer the option to buy five more days of holiday with your flexible benefits our flexible parental leave allows you to approach an important time how you want - with six months full pay to the primary caregiver and four weeks full pay if you're the secondary caregiver our life event leave is an extra days leave every two years for those big moments in your life like moving house or your birthday. And our long-serving employees get a two week paid sabbatical after five years of service, then four weeks off after ten years of service private medical insurance through BUPA, that covers any pre-existing condition is a core benefit. Plus a health cash plan that covers your everyday medical expenses we offer a competitive salary based on your experience and the current market. Plus the potential to earn an annual bonus based on performance access to tools to support your personal development on our dedicated learning platform. As well as support for your mental health with access to counselling we match what you put into your pension up to five per cent . And pass on a tax-free sum that's four times your basic salary with our life assurance policy , with the option to increase it to ten times through our flexible benefit scheme our salary sacrifice car scheme gives you the option to buy a brand new, fully insured, and maintained car for a convenient fixed monthly amount taken from your gross salary (after 6 months service) our flexible benefits scheme gives you an allocated amount to use each year on benefits like critical illness cover, dental insurance, travel insurance, or a gym membership# Employment Practices Simply Business is committed to providing equality and opportunities for all employees and candidates considering a career with us. We offer a workplace where colleagues are treated with respect and dignity. We don't (and won't) discriminate either directly or indirectly on the grounds of race, colour, religion, belief, political opinion, disability, nationality, ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation or relationship status at any stage of the hiring process or during the course of your employment.At Simply Business, we insure small businesses and enable big dreams. Not just for our customers, but for our people, our communities and our environment. We believe a world-class company culture is crucial to achieving our business goals as we make insurance more accessible to small business owners. We're building a better way to buy small business insurance, and we're using technology to get the job done. That includes developing cutting-edge data gathering and analysis capabilities; living and breathing testing and experimentation; and harnessing the many benefits of AI and other emerging technologies.We're a values-led business. Our people all have a part to play in building a culture that lives these values: learning , empowerment , authenticity , pioneering , and simplicity .
May 11, 2026
Full time
Head of Risk page is loaded Head of Riskremote type: Hybridlocations: LON - Londontime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 3 Days Agojob requisition id: R-50212We insure small businesses and enable big dreams - not just for our customers, but for our people and communities too. With over 1,000,000 active insurance policies, we protect builders, bakers, landlords and more than 1,200 other trades.We're a technology company as well as one that sells insurance. That means we build, we fail, we learn and we improve. Through our global social impact strategy, called 'The Big Dreams Project', we're working to help 10,000 small businesses start or grow by 2030.Why not check out our advert on YouTube: .# Job Category Risk Control# Position Type Permanent# Target Openings 1Here's what you'll be doing: You will play a leading role in safeguarding our assets and reputation by proactively identifying and mitigating risks across the whole business. This isn't about traditional "box-ticking"; we want you to move beyond old-school approaches to foster a culture of excellence and innovation. You'll become the trusted expert for an emerging risk environment, fostering a risk-aware mindset throughout the entire organisation. What makes this role different is the level of strategic influence you'll hold. You aren't just monitoring from the side-lines; you are a key partner and advisor providing critical insights to senior leaders on how risks impact our strategy. You'll be responsible for the continuous improvement and evolution of our existing comprehensive risk management framework, ensuring a best-fit approach that aligns perfectly with our long-term objectives. As ur Head of Risk, you'll: Take full ownership of proposing and implementing a risk strategy that is tailored to fit and operates effectively for our specific needs. Identify and prioritise operational and financial risks alongside regulatory and strategic challenges on a day-to-day basis. While maintaining a forward-looking lens on emerging threats. Prepare and present detailed risk reports to department heads,senior management and the Board, providing the strategic clarity needed to drive informed decision-making. Lead and develop a high-performing risk management team, fostering a culture of professional excellence and continuous improvement, and providing the guidance and support they need to succeed. Lead the enterprise-wide risk reporting strategy to ensure emerging issues are identified, triaged, and surfaced to leadership with the urgency required for decisive action Independently lead the placement and management of our UK corporate insurance programmes, ensuring comprehensive coverage across all business activities. Act as primary lead in negotiations with insurers to secure favorable terms and oversee the end-to-end claims process, with a specific focus on Errors & Omissions (E&O). We're looking for someone who is: An expert in risk management frameworks and methodologies with a deep understanding of industry best practices. Strong understanding of the business model and operations of a regulated financial services business (preferably within the insurance market). Deeply knowledgeable about UK regulations and insurance principles, and eligible to hold an FCA Certified Manager role. A proven leader with significant experience in motivating teams and implementing effective risk strategies from the ground up. A collaborative partner who can build strong relationships and influence stakeholders at the highest levels of the organisation. Highly analytical and technically literate, with the ability to use data and software to identify emerging trends. Resilient and ethical, staying calm under pressure and maintaining total objectivity when facing complex challenges. This role may be subject to FCA regulations, which we'll determine during the hiring process. If it is regulated, there will be specific responsibilities under FCA regulations, including enhanced checks and referencing. We'll explain everything in more detail as part of the hiring process. By embedding a forward-thinking risk culture across Simply Business, you'll give us the stability and confidence to keep innovating for our customers. Your expertise directly protects the foundations that allow us to continue enabling big dreams for small businesses. Apply today.# What are the benefits of working at Simply Business: we offer a great work-life balance where workloads are manageable and everyone has the flexibility to work hybrid on top of the 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays), we offer the option to buy five more days of holiday with your flexible benefits our flexible parental leave allows you to approach an important time how you want - with six months full pay to the primary caregiver and four weeks full pay if you're the secondary caregiver our life event leave is an extra days leave every two years for those big moments in your life like moving house or your birthday. And our long-serving employees get a two week paid sabbatical after five years of service, then four weeks off after ten years of service private medical insurance through BUPA, that covers any pre-existing condition is a core benefit. Plus a health cash plan that covers your everyday medical expenses we offer a competitive salary based on your experience and the current market. Plus the potential to earn an annual bonus based on performance access to tools to support your personal development on our dedicated learning platform. As well as support for your mental health with access to counselling we match what you put into your pension up to five per cent . And pass on a tax-free sum that's four times your basic salary with our life assurance policy , with the option to increase it to ten times through our flexible benefit scheme our salary sacrifice car scheme gives you the option to buy a brand new, fully insured, and maintained car for a convenient fixed monthly amount taken from your gross salary (after 6 months service) our flexible benefits scheme gives you an allocated amount to use each year on benefits like critical illness cover, dental insurance, travel insurance, or a gym membership# Employment Practices Simply Business is committed to providing equality and opportunities for all employees and candidates considering a career with us. We offer a workplace where colleagues are treated with respect and dignity. We don't (and won't) discriminate either directly or indirectly on the grounds of race, colour, religion, belief, political opinion, disability, nationality, ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation or relationship status at any stage of the hiring process or during the course of your employment.At Simply Business, we insure small businesses and enable big dreams. Not just for our customers, but for our people, our communities and our environment. We believe a world-class company culture is crucial to achieving our business goals as we make insurance more accessible to small business owners. We're building a better way to buy small business insurance, and we're using technology to get the job done. That includes developing cutting-edge data gathering and analysis capabilities; living and breathing testing and experimentation; and harnessing the many benefits of AI and other emerging technologies.We're a values-led business. Our people all have a part to play in building a culture that lives these values: learning , empowerment , authenticity , pioneering , and simplicity .
An exciting opportunity has arisen with a growing, privately owned flavour house at the forefront of innovation in the health and wellness space. Following significant business growth, they are seeking a commercially driven and strategic Business Development Manager to lead and expand their Health & Wellness category. This is a pivotal role focused on driving revenue, increasing market share, and building long-term partnerships across a dynamic and fast-evolving sector. This position will have hybrid working so location is flexible within the UK, with some home working and travel to customer sites in the UK and occasional travel within Europe. The Role As Business Development Manager, you will take ownership of the Health & Wellness category for flavours, identifying new opportunities and leading strategic growth initiatives across key markets. You will: Identify and win new business for our flavours across sports nutrition, protein powders, functional and sports drinks, hydration sachets and more. Develop and execute a clear commercial strategy aligned with ambitious growth targets Build, manage, and grow relationships with key clients and partners Lead and expand the health & wellness team, fostering a high-performance culture Collaborate cross-functionally with R&D, marketing, and operations to drive innovation and market success About You You are a results-driven commercial professional with a strong background in B2B sales and a passion for the health and wellness sector. You will bring: Proven success in a senior sales or business development role Experience within health & wellness, sports nutrition, food ingredients, or flavours A strong track record of delivering revenue growth and market expansion Excellent negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills Strategic thinking with a highly commercial mindset The ability to thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment Desirable Experience Experience working with flavour houses or functional ingredients An established network within the health & wellness industry Exposure to international markets
May 11, 2026
Full time
An exciting opportunity has arisen with a growing, privately owned flavour house at the forefront of innovation in the health and wellness space. Following significant business growth, they are seeking a commercially driven and strategic Business Development Manager to lead and expand their Health & Wellness category. This is a pivotal role focused on driving revenue, increasing market share, and building long-term partnerships across a dynamic and fast-evolving sector. This position will have hybrid working so location is flexible within the UK, with some home working and travel to customer sites in the UK and occasional travel within Europe. The Role As Business Development Manager, you will take ownership of the Health & Wellness category for flavours, identifying new opportunities and leading strategic growth initiatives across key markets. You will: Identify and win new business for our flavours across sports nutrition, protein powders, functional and sports drinks, hydration sachets and more. Develop and execute a clear commercial strategy aligned with ambitious growth targets Build, manage, and grow relationships with key clients and partners Lead and expand the health & wellness team, fostering a high-performance culture Collaborate cross-functionally with R&D, marketing, and operations to drive innovation and market success About You You are a results-driven commercial professional with a strong background in B2B sales and a passion for the health and wellness sector. You will bring: Proven success in a senior sales or business development role Experience within health & wellness, sports nutrition, food ingredients, or flavours A strong track record of delivering revenue growth and market expansion Excellent negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills Strategic thinking with a highly commercial mindset The ability to thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment Desirable Experience Experience working with flavour houses or functional ingredients An established network within the health & wellness industry Exposure to international markets
FOSTER CARE ASSOCIATES (THE FCA) Senior Participation Officer (Children & Families - Fostering) - Full Time Location: The Regional Office is in Sheffield and the successful candidate will be based here. There will be an expectation that if successful you will travel throughout the region that includes Yorks, Lincs, East Midlands and Northants. There will be some opportunity to work from home when relevant. Basic Salary: 28,500 Benefits: Company Car or 2,000 car allowance (pro rata), 30 days' Annual Leave (rising to 35 with length of service) + Bank Holidays, Company Pension, Life Assurance x2, Employee Discount Scheme & On-site Parking About Us Set up by a former foster parent and former social worker in 1994, Foster Care Associates (FCA) is an established fostering agency which forms part of the Polaris Community - one of the UK's largest leading communities of children's service providers. Today, we're one of the country's largest and most experienced independent fostering agencies. But just because we're large doesn't mean we're impersonal. At FCA we're one big family, and we're committed to supporting every single child and foster parent, every single minute of the day. Role responsibilities We are seeking someone who is passionate about working with children and young people and supporting them to make a difference in their community. This is an exciting opportunity that involves leading a dynamic team to deliver a service to children and families that puts young people at the forefront. We are looking for a confident individual who can share our vision and support us to develop the service. To lead and manage a team in establishing strong consultation systems with foster children, foster carers and their birth children, through a programme of activities, events, and other creative mechanisms - ensuring their voices are heard, actions implemented and outcomes monitored through the Regional Service Improvement plan To work with the Registered Manager and regional management team in developing the agency's Participation Strategy To supervise two members of staff To lead on groups, events and activities specifically for children and young people Take an active and professional role in the continuing development of the Participation Service. To represent the region in relation to Participation within the Polaris community and with external stakeholders Arranging activities and workshops for children in our care and children who foster Forge close and productive working relationships with colleagues, Foster Parents, external professionals and multi-agency networks Attendance at meetings with Professionals from Education, Health and Social Services sectors to support our Children and Young People's care plans Complete reports and maintain clear records Be aware of, and take responsibility for staying up to date with professional practice standards, legislation and company policy including confidentiality, GDPR, safeguarding, equality, diversity and inclusion Provide support and guidance to our families and help promote the stability of foster placements About You Ideally you will have experience of working with children and young people, supporting and advocating to ensure their voices are heard Experience of fostering is not essential, however, experience of working with and/or understanding of children and young people who have experienced trauma, helping them to achieve positive outcomes, will be useful You will be expected to demonstrate passion and aspiration for our children and young people to help them reach their full potential You will have some previous experience of leading a team or projects to ensure the service is delivered Ideally you will possess a relevant qualification or evidence of formal training in childcare, childhood studies, education, social work, youth work, community work and/or psychology You will be able to demonstrate excellent communication skills, with an ability to communicate with and present to children and adults and build strong connections. You will need to demonstrate an ability to remain calm when under high levels of pressure, emotionally traumatic situations and when dealing with difficult or confrontational behaviour You will be expected to possess good written skills and IT skills to include Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint) and databases You will need to have a full driving licence and unrestricted access to a vehicle You will be willing to undertake an Enhanced DBS check FCA is part of the Polaris group being a family of independent fostering agencies, all with our own individual areas of expertise, but with one shared vision. We want to give children across the country who have had a difficult start in life, the support they need to build themselves a stronger and happier future. For our Foster Parents, we provide a close network of support that becomes like a second family. For an informal discussion about this exciting role, please contact Jo Barrass - Fostering Service Manager on (phone number removed). No agencies please. Foster Care Associates is an equal opportunities employer and has been awarded the disability confident employer by the jobcentre plus. The successful applicant will be subject to a DBS check at enhanced level if successful for the position. PandoLogic. Category:Personal Care,
May 11, 2026
Full time
FOSTER CARE ASSOCIATES (THE FCA) Senior Participation Officer (Children & Families - Fostering) - Full Time Location: The Regional Office is in Sheffield and the successful candidate will be based here. There will be an expectation that if successful you will travel throughout the region that includes Yorks, Lincs, East Midlands and Northants. There will be some opportunity to work from home when relevant. Basic Salary: 28,500 Benefits: Company Car or 2,000 car allowance (pro rata), 30 days' Annual Leave (rising to 35 with length of service) + Bank Holidays, Company Pension, Life Assurance x2, Employee Discount Scheme & On-site Parking About Us Set up by a former foster parent and former social worker in 1994, Foster Care Associates (FCA) is an established fostering agency which forms part of the Polaris Community - one of the UK's largest leading communities of children's service providers. Today, we're one of the country's largest and most experienced independent fostering agencies. But just because we're large doesn't mean we're impersonal. At FCA we're one big family, and we're committed to supporting every single child and foster parent, every single minute of the day. Role responsibilities We are seeking someone who is passionate about working with children and young people and supporting them to make a difference in their community. This is an exciting opportunity that involves leading a dynamic team to deliver a service to children and families that puts young people at the forefront. We are looking for a confident individual who can share our vision and support us to develop the service. To lead and manage a team in establishing strong consultation systems with foster children, foster carers and their birth children, through a programme of activities, events, and other creative mechanisms - ensuring their voices are heard, actions implemented and outcomes monitored through the Regional Service Improvement plan To work with the Registered Manager and regional management team in developing the agency's Participation Strategy To supervise two members of staff To lead on groups, events and activities specifically for children and young people Take an active and professional role in the continuing development of the Participation Service. To represent the region in relation to Participation within the Polaris community and with external stakeholders Arranging activities and workshops for children in our care and children who foster Forge close and productive working relationships with colleagues, Foster Parents, external professionals and multi-agency networks Attendance at meetings with Professionals from Education, Health and Social Services sectors to support our Children and Young People's care plans Complete reports and maintain clear records Be aware of, and take responsibility for staying up to date with professional practice standards, legislation and company policy including confidentiality, GDPR, safeguarding, equality, diversity and inclusion Provide support and guidance to our families and help promote the stability of foster placements About You Ideally you will have experience of working with children and young people, supporting and advocating to ensure their voices are heard Experience of fostering is not essential, however, experience of working with and/or understanding of children and young people who have experienced trauma, helping them to achieve positive outcomes, will be useful You will be expected to demonstrate passion and aspiration for our children and young people to help them reach their full potential You will have some previous experience of leading a team or projects to ensure the service is delivered Ideally you will possess a relevant qualification or evidence of formal training in childcare, childhood studies, education, social work, youth work, community work and/or psychology You will be able to demonstrate excellent communication skills, with an ability to communicate with and present to children and adults and build strong connections. You will need to demonstrate an ability to remain calm when under high levels of pressure, emotionally traumatic situations and when dealing with difficult or confrontational behaviour You will be expected to possess good written skills and IT skills to include Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint) and databases You will need to have a full driving licence and unrestricted access to a vehicle You will be willing to undertake an Enhanced DBS check FCA is part of the Polaris group being a family of independent fostering agencies, all with our own individual areas of expertise, but with one shared vision. We want to give children across the country who have had a difficult start in life, the support they need to build themselves a stronger and happier future. For our Foster Parents, we provide a close network of support that becomes like a second family. For an informal discussion about this exciting role, please contact Jo Barrass - Fostering Service Manager on (phone number removed). No agencies please. Foster Care Associates is an equal opportunities employer and has been awarded the disability confident employer by the jobcentre plus. The successful applicant will be subject to a DBS check at enhanced level if successful for the position. PandoLogic. Category:Personal Care,
