The salary range for this position is 41, 585- 45,135 per annum based on a full-time, 36-hour working week. We have an exciting job opportunity within the Countryside Team, for an Arboriculturist to deliver tree risk across our countryside portfolio. The post is based at Merrow Depot, Guildford, but travel for site visits, tree inspections, surveys and meetings around Surrey's beautiful countryside is a key part of the role. Our Offer to You 26 days' holiday, rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' service (prorated for part time staff) Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave A generous local government salary related pension Up to 5 days of carer's leave and 2 paid volunteering days per year Paternity, adoption and dependents leave An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, and shopping A chance to make a real difference to the lives of our residents. About the Role Working to the Land Services Manager, this is an estate-wide role managing tree risk across our Countryside estate at a reserve level. As part of a Countryside Group team, you will be working alongside the operational team for the Countryside Estate as well as arboriculturists responsible for delivering the Council's Tree Risk Management Policy on service-based sites and highways. Whilst accountable for tree risk on the Countryside Estate, cross-team working will be vital for updating policy, maintaining best practice with consistent and coordinated delivery and reporting across the teams. You will lead our multi- year Ash Dieback programme and will be expected to manage procurement, working with contractors whilst balancing your business as usual with competing priorities. The ability to prioritise, co-ordinate work with other officers and provide accurate reports on tree risk will be key. You will also have close links to the Woodland Management Team based at the Woodland Hub in Norbury Park to enable support for the Council's Land Management Policies. Whilst Tree Risk management will be your priority, you will have an opportunity to support a sustainable approach to tree and woodland management and support biodiversity on sensitive sites protected at an international level. Your work will support the delivery of woodland management plans and current and future grant funding opportunities at a landscape scale. Working to robust timescales, you will make clear decisions based on both policy and budget offering excellent value for money for Surrey. With safety, public access and biodiversity at the forefront of your work, you will meet tight deadlines and offer training and mentoring to ranger teams for lower-level inspections. Your Application In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills: That you are qualified to at least Level 4 Arboricultural qualification (or related field) and hold a valid and up to date LANTRA 3-Day Professional Tree Inspection Certificate Proven experience in managing commercial arboricultural or horticultural contractors and maintain accurate reporting on tree risk, prioritise recommended works and working across multi-disciplinary teams Demonstrable experience in managing tree risk at a reserve level where biodiversity is an important consideration, alongside a proven record in site investigations, tree inspection reports, works programming, auditing, reporting and communicating in a clear written and verbal style. Experience in managing and mentoring people, and working with, and alongside residents and key stakeholders As part of the application process, you will be asked to upload your CV and answer four questions which will help us assess your application. 1. Please tell us about a significant project or programme that you have delivered, in line with an organisational strategy, policy or strategic objective. 2. Please tell us about a time when you had to manage competing demands on your time and how you managed and overcame this. 3. Please tell us about a recent project that you have worked on or delivered in one of the following areas: Arboriculture and tree management (Surveys, reports, investigations for example) Contractor management Public, Councillor, Stakeholder/customer engagement 4. Please tell us about the personal qualities you possess that can bring to this role that will enable you to be successful. The job advert closes at 23:59 on 14th June 2026 with interviews to follow. An enhanced DBS 'Disclosure and Barring Service' check for regulated activity (formerly known as CRB) will be required for this role. Surrey has both urban and rural areas and the successful applicant will be expected to have a valid driving licence to drive in the UK and access to a vehicle and be willing to travel across a wide geographical area. Reasonable adjustments where needed will be made for successful applicants who have a disability or long term health condition to enable them to fulfil the requirements of the job. Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities. Join our dynamic team and shape the future of local government. Make a lasting impact with innovative solutions and improved services for our community. Help us build a brighter future for our residents! We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum criteria, we guarantee you an interview. Your skills and experience truly matter to us. From application to your first day, we're committed to supporting you with any adjustments you need, we value inclusion and warmly welcome you to join and help build a workplace where everyone belongs.
Jun 14, 2026
Full time
The salary range for this position is 41, 585- 45,135 per annum based on a full-time, 36-hour working week. We have an exciting job opportunity within the Countryside Team, for an Arboriculturist to deliver tree risk across our countryside portfolio. The post is based at Merrow Depot, Guildford, but travel for site visits, tree inspections, surveys and meetings around Surrey's beautiful countryside is a key part of the role. Our Offer to You 26 days' holiday, rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' service (prorated for part time staff) Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave A generous local government salary related pension Up to 5 days of carer's leave and 2 paid volunteering days per year Paternity, adoption and dependents leave An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, and shopping A chance to make a real difference to the lives of our residents. About the Role Working to the Land Services Manager, this is an estate-wide role managing tree risk across our Countryside estate at a reserve level. As part of a Countryside Group team, you will be working alongside the operational team for the Countryside Estate as well as arboriculturists responsible for delivering the Council's Tree Risk Management Policy on service-based sites and highways. Whilst accountable for tree risk on the Countryside Estate, cross-team working will be vital for updating policy, maintaining best practice with consistent and coordinated delivery and reporting across the teams. You will lead our multi- year Ash Dieback programme and will be expected to manage procurement, working with contractors whilst balancing your business as usual with competing priorities. The ability to prioritise, co-ordinate work with other officers and provide accurate reports on tree risk will be key. You will also have close links to the Woodland Management Team based at the Woodland Hub in Norbury Park to enable support for the Council's Land Management Policies. Whilst Tree Risk management will be your priority, you will have an opportunity to support a sustainable approach to tree and woodland management and support biodiversity on sensitive sites protected at an international level. Your work will support the delivery of woodland management plans and current and future grant funding opportunities at a landscape scale. Working to robust timescales, you will make clear decisions based on both policy and budget offering excellent value for money for Surrey. With safety, public access and biodiversity at the forefront of your work, you will meet tight deadlines and offer training and mentoring to ranger teams for lower-level inspections. Your Application In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills: That you are qualified to at least Level 4 Arboricultural qualification (or related field) and hold a valid and up to date LANTRA 3-Day Professional Tree Inspection Certificate Proven experience in managing commercial arboricultural or horticultural contractors and maintain accurate reporting on tree risk, prioritise recommended works and working across multi-disciplinary teams Demonstrable experience in managing tree risk at a reserve level where biodiversity is an important consideration, alongside a proven record in site investigations, tree inspection reports, works programming, auditing, reporting and communicating in a clear written and verbal style. Experience in managing and mentoring people, and working with, and alongside residents and key stakeholders As part of the application process, you will be asked to upload your CV and answer four questions which will help us assess your application. 1. Please tell us about a significant project or programme that you have delivered, in line with an organisational strategy, policy or strategic objective. 2. Please tell us about a time when you had to manage competing demands on your time and how you managed and overcame this. 3. Please tell us about a recent project that you have worked on or delivered in one of the following areas: Arboriculture and tree management (Surveys, reports, investigations for example) Contractor management Public, Councillor, Stakeholder/customer engagement 4. Please tell us about the personal qualities you possess that can bring to this role that will enable you to be successful. The job advert closes at 23:59 on 14th June 2026 with interviews to follow. An enhanced DBS 'Disclosure and Barring Service' check for regulated activity (formerly known as CRB) will be required for this role. Surrey has both urban and rural areas and the successful applicant will be expected to have a valid driving licence to drive in the UK and access to a vehicle and be willing to travel across a wide geographical area. Reasonable adjustments where needed will be made for successful applicants who have a disability or long term health condition to enable them to fulfil the requirements of the job. Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities. Join our dynamic team and shape the future of local government. Make a lasting impact with innovative solutions and improved services for our community. Help us build a brighter future for our residents! We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum criteria, we guarantee you an interview. Your skills and experience truly matter to us. From application to your first day, we're committed to supporting you with any adjustments you need, we value inclusion and warmly welcome you to join and help build a workplace where everyone belongs.
Building Safety Manager Our Client is looking for Building Saftety Manager to provide professional leadership and assurance in the management of building safety for the Council's HRBs. Lead the operational management of building safety for designated HRBs within the council's housing stock. - Oversee compliance with the Building Safety Act 2022, Fire Safety Act 2021, the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 and the Fire Safety (Residential Evacuation Plans) (England) Regulations 2025, ensuring that statutory duties are fully discharged. - Build, maintain and review Building Safety Cases and Building Safety Case Reports, ensuring accurate documentation, up-to-date records and evidence of effective control measures. - Undertake and coordinate regular building inspections, reviews, assessments and audits relating to structural and fire & building safety. - Work with the Fire & Building Safety Manager, Head of Fire & Building Safety and other stakeholders to identify and mitigate building safety risks. - Develop and implement building safety management systems and procedures in line with statutory requirements and best practice. - Coordinate with the Housing, Asset Management and Repairs teams to ensure safety related actions are prioritised and completed. - Promote and facilitate resident engagement, providing clear and accessible information about safety measures, responsibilities and performance. - Undertake or oversee minor physical works to improve building safety - such as installing or upgrading fire safety signage, information displays or wayfinding systems in accordance with regulatory requirements. - Oversee procurement and delivery of major building safety works - including fire safety, fa ade, life safety systems and structural upgrades in higher-risk buildings (HRBs). - Act as a key liaison with the Building Safety Regulator and London Fire Brigade, ensuring timely submissions, responses and compliance with statutory requirements. - Chair and attend relevant internal and external meetings relating to building and fire safety, ensuring effective communication and follow-up actions. - Coach and mentor Housing Officers and other relevant staff, enhancing their understanding and implementation of building safety responsibilities. - Provide professional advice and guidance to colleagues and senior managers on all aspects of fire and building safety compliance. - Support the council's wider compliance programmes and contribute to strategic planning and improvement initiatives. - Maintain up to date knowledge of legislation, standards and best practice in fire and building safety management. A strong working knowledge of the Building Safety Act 2022, Fire Safety Act 2021 and the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, with the ability to apply these within a social housing context. An understanding of building safety case principles, building control processes and resident engagement requirements, alongside the role of the Building Safety Regulator and local authority governance frameworks. At least three years' relevant experience, having developed and managed Building Safety Case Reports, coordinated multi-disciplinary teams and supported continuous safety improvements. Confident with engaging with residents and stakeholders, mentoring operational teams and contributing to a positive compliance culture. A CIOB Level 6 Diploma in Building Safety Management (or working towards), supported by ongoing professional development and eligibility for relevant professional memberships, is expected.
Jun 13, 2026
Contractor
Building Safety Manager Our Client is looking for Building Saftety Manager to provide professional leadership and assurance in the management of building safety for the Council's HRBs. Lead the operational management of building safety for designated HRBs within the council's housing stock. - Oversee compliance with the Building Safety Act 2022, Fire Safety Act 2021, the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 and the Fire Safety (Residential Evacuation Plans) (England) Regulations 2025, ensuring that statutory duties are fully discharged. - Build, maintain and review Building Safety Cases and Building Safety Case Reports, ensuring accurate documentation, up-to-date records and evidence of effective control measures. - Undertake and coordinate regular building inspections, reviews, assessments and audits relating to structural and fire & building safety. - Work with the Fire & Building Safety Manager, Head of Fire & Building Safety and other stakeholders to identify and mitigate building safety risks. - Develop and implement building safety management systems and procedures in line with statutory requirements and best practice. - Coordinate with the Housing, Asset Management and Repairs teams to ensure safety related actions are prioritised and completed. - Promote and facilitate resident engagement, providing clear and accessible information about safety measures, responsibilities and performance. - Undertake or oversee minor physical works to improve building safety - such as installing or upgrading fire safety signage, information displays or wayfinding systems in accordance with regulatory requirements. - Oversee procurement and delivery of major building safety works - including fire safety, fa ade, life safety systems and structural upgrades in higher-risk buildings (HRBs). - Act as a key liaison with the Building Safety Regulator and London Fire Brigade, ensuring timely submissions, responses and compliance with statutory requirements. - Chair and attend relevant internal and external meetings relating to building and fire safety, ensuring effective communication and follow-up actions. - Coach and mentor Housing Officers and other relevant staff, enhancing their understanding and implementation of building safety responsibilities. - Provide professional advice and guidance to colleagues and senior managers on all aspects of fire and building safety compliance. - Support the council's wider compliance programmes and contribute to strategic planning and improvement initiatives. - Maintain up to date knowledge of legislation, standards and best practice in fire and building safety management. A strong working knowledge of the Building Safety Act 2022, Fire Safety Act 2021 and the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, with the ability to apply these within a social housing context. An understanding of building safety case principles, building control processes and resident engagement requirements, alongside the role of the Building Safety Regulator and local authority governance frameworks. At least three years' relevant experience, having developed and managed Building Safety Case Reports, coordinated multi-disciplinary teams and supported continuous safety improvements. Confident with engaging with residents and stakeholders, mentoring operational teams and contributing to a positive compliance culture. A CIOB Level 6 Diploma in Building Safety Management (or working towards), supported by ongoing professional development and eligibility for relevant professional memberships, is expected.
IRC176534 - Project Officer Ashridge Estate, Visitor Centre, Berkhamsted, HP4 1LT Summary This is a unique opportunity to join The National Trusts Specialist Delivery Team in a key role supporting projects and partnerships to restore nature at one of the largest estates in the Trust's care, focusing on the Ashridge Estate. You'll be joining the project at an exciting and pivotal point, with transformational plans being developed to look after this special place for future generations as part of the 'Protecting Our Roots' programme. What it's like to work here At Ashridge the team are prioritising nature recovery, by creating the right conditions for it to flourish across our diverse and beautiful place. You'll be part of a wider programme team, reporting to a Project or Programme Manager, delivering projects that enhance biodiversity and habitats for nature and provide engaging places for people to visit. This position is advertised as a Full Time 2 year Fixed Term Contract; however, we welcome conversations about part time or flexible working for candidates who feel they can fulfil the role's responsibilities. You should expect to be at Ashridge 2-3 days per week, with the remainder working from home or occasionally at one of our other places within the region. What you'll be doing You'll help maintain project plans, track progress, manage risks and ensure effective reporting, both internally and externally. You'll coordinate project activity with internal colleagues and external partners, help ensure work is delivered to time, cost and quality expectations, and contribute to clear communication with stakeholders. You'll also support good governance and compliance, helping ensure activity is delivered safely, responsibly and in line with agreed processes. Although this role has no line management responsibilities, the National Trust is a matrix working organisation and you'll be responsible for coordinating the work of colleagues and external contractors. Who we're looking for We'd love to hear from you if you have: experience in project management processes, administration and systems, including procurement, finance and reporting strong problem solving and influencing skills and the ability to communicate with a variety of stakeholders. strong experience in the financial management of projects. Able to collate, maintain, analyse and prepare data for reports and comfortable with Microsoft packages, especially Excel. an understanding of project and programme life-cycles, and in particular experience of supporting the transition between the 'project' environment and the 'business and usual' or 'operating' environment. skilled at multi-tasking, prioritising your workload and meeting targets through your thorough and detailed approach to work The package The National Trust has the motto 'For everyone, for ever' at its heart. We're working hard to create an inclusive culture, where everyone feels they belong. It's important that our people reflect and represent the diversity of the communities and audiences we serve. We welcome and value difference, so when we say we're for everyone, we want everyone to be welcome in our teams too. Substantial pension scheme of up to 10% basic salary Free entry to National Trust places for you, a guest and your children (under 18) Rental deposit loan scheme Season ticket loan EV car lease scheme (for roles that meet the salary criteria) Perks at work discounts such as gym memberships, shopping discount codes, cinema discounts Holiday allowance up to 32 days relating to length of service, plus holiday purchase scheme, subject to meeting minimum criteria. Flexible working whenever possible Employee assistance programme Free parking at most Trust places Click here to find out more about the benefits we offer to support you.
Jun 13, 2026
Full time
IRC176534 - Project Officer Ashridge Estate, Visitor Centre, Berkhamsted, HP4 1LT Summary This is a unique opportunity to join The National Trusts Specialist Delivery Team in a key role supporting projects and partnerships to restore nature at one of the largest estates in the Trust's care, focusing on the Ashridge Estate. You'll be joining the project at an exciting and pivotal point, with transformational plans being developed to look after this special place for future generations as part of the 'Protecting Our Roots' programme. What it's like to work here At Ashridge the team are prioritising nature recovery, by creating the right conditions for it to flourish across our diverse and beautiful place. You'll be part of a wider programme team, reporting to a Project or Programme Manager, delivering projects that enhance biodiversity and habitats for nature and provide engaging places for people to visit. This position is advertised as a Full Time 2 year Fixed Term Contract; however, we welcome conversations about part time or flexible working for candidates who feel they can fulfil the role's responsibilities. You should expect to be at Ashridge 2-3 days per week, with the remainder working from home or occasionally at one of our other places within the region. What you'll be doing You'll help maintain project plans, track progress, manage risks and ensure effective reporting, both internally and externally. You'll coordinate project activity with internal colleagues and external partners, help ensure work is delivered to time, cost and quality expectations, and contribute to clear communication with stakeholders. You'll also support good governance and compliance, helping ensure activity is delivered safely, responsibly and in line with agreed processes. Although this role has no line management responsibilities, the National Trust is a matrix working organisation and you'll be responsible for coordinating the work of colleagues and external contractors. Who we're looking for We'd love to hear from you if you have: experience in project management processes, administration and systems, including procurement, finance and reporting strong problem solving and influencing skills and the ability to communicate with a variety of stakeholders. strong experience in the financial management of projects. Able to collate, maintain, analyse and prepare data for reports and comfortable with Microsoft packages, especially Excel. an understanding of project and programme life-cycles, and in particular experience of supporting the transition between the 'project' environment and the 'business and usual' or 'operating' environment. skilled at multi-tasking, prioritising your workload and meeting targets through your thorough and detailed approach to work The package The National Trust has the motto 'For everyone, for ever' at its heart. We're working hard to create an inclusive culture, where everyone feels they belong. It's important that our people reflect and represent the diversity of the communities and audiences we serve. We welcome and value difference, so when we say we're for everyone, we want everyone to be welcome in our teams too. Substantial pension scheme of up to 10% basic salary Free entry to National Trust places for you, a guest and your children (under 18) Rental deposit loan scheme Season ticket loan EV car lease scheme (for roles that meet the salary criteria) Perks at work discounts such as gym memberships, shopping discount codes, cinema discounts Holiday allowance up to 32 days relating to length of service, plus holiday purchase scheme, subject to meeting minimum criteria. Flexible working whenever possible Employee assistance programme Free parking at most Trust places Click here to find out more about the benefits we offer to support you.
Role : Commercial Officer - SC Contract Length: 120 days initially Location : Croydon, Liverpool or Manchester (3 days/week on site - whichever is closest) IR35 : Inside Rate: £550/day Security Clearance: SC Minimum Requirement: Public sector procurement Contract Management Security Clearance: SC Deliverables include: market engagement - planning; identification of required documents and their authors; recommendations; and engaging suppliers under a CCS Framework. procurement - production of documents needed for: the Invitation to Tender; commercial approvals; contract award and contract management. Contract Management Commercial advice, guidance, support and point of escalation for BAU contracts. Enablers provide common services across the organisation. Enterprise Services (ES) provision common IT services across the organisation. Both areas have contracts expiring that require re-procurement along with contract / commercial support for BAU contracted services. Enablers are looking to re-procure their CRM solution and ES are looking to re-procure a number of services including MS Teams External Calling; Contact Centre Services and our Device Support contract. We require an experienced Commercial Manage to support Enables and Enterprise Services including without limitation, the following deliverables: Market engagement - planning; identification of required documents and their authors; recommendations; and engaging suppliers under a CCS Framework. Procurement - production of documents needed for: the Invitation to Tender; commercial approvals; contract award and contract management. Contract Management Commercial advice, guidance, support and point of escalation for BAU contracts. Essential skills and experience: Experience of leading the procurement, through re-opened competition, call-off contracts for Information Technology (IT) from Crown Commercial Service (CCS) framework agreements, as part of a multi-disciplinary team within a project or programme that is governed by one or more Boards Experience of working in multi-disciplinary Buyer teams on market engagement that involved: persuading stakeholders and team colleagues of the value of market engagement, factoring in their reasonable observations and feeding back how market engagement had been adapted. identifying compliant opportunities to identify the team s key information requirements from the market and the team s key messages for the market through, as appropriate: development and application of questionnaires, with review of responses and identification of related actions; iterative sharing of draft documentation; running broadcast events and one-to-one events; and / or other means of market engagement. Experience of involving the incumbent in market engagement in a way that: recognises the incumbent s possible role as a bidder but also mitigates the risk that the incumbent is seen to have a material unfair advantage over other potential bidders. applies contractual obligations to ensure timely provision of data about current service provision such as incumbent s data on assets and personnel (to support other potential bidders assessment of risk against regulations for Transfer of Undertakings (Protection of Employment) (TUPE). recognises the incumbent s role in transition from one contract to another, and potentially the incumbent s role in transition from one supplier to another. Experience of working with a legal advisor to understand and mitigate risks and issues relating to procurement regulations Experience of working with the incumbent and a legal advisor to obtain information that can be shared with potential bidders to help them to assess TUPE risk Skill in persuading stakeholders and team colleagues to acknowledge and accommodate commercial perspective in writing, though informal discussion and by attending Board meetings, achieved by using language stakeholders and team colleagues understand in respect of risks and issues pertaining to time, quality, cost, governance and compliance Skill in listening to or reading written communications from stakeholders and team colleagues who may have low commercial awareness; identifying and then discussing with them the commercial matters, including regulatory compliance, that are implicit in what they are saying or writing but which they may not have recognised Skill in briefing legal advisors when seeking advice about matters that may be hazardous in respect of compliance with the public sector regulatory framework for procurement, including: identifying the points where specific legal advice is wanted, providing the background material legal advisors will want, and being able to discuss the matters verbally with them so they appreciate what advice is needed Skill in resolving differences between parties by finding pragmatic solutions, ideally on the basis of applying reasonable principles accepted by the parties and that are in the Buyer s interest Skill in developing and applying a supplier perspective to market engagement including identification of possible concerns from potential bidders about risk transfer from the buyer to a supplier, and managing these concerns in writing, and verbally at market engagement events Desirable skills and experience: Experience in identifying and checking relevant government guidance (eg playbooks) for ideas and potential weaknesses in a market engagement approach, by considering the relevance of the guidance to the specific market engagement and the feasibility of applying the guidance Experience of procuring, through re-opened competition, call-off contracts for Information Technology To apply for this role please submit your latest CV or contact Aspect Resources on (phone number removed) Disability Confident As a member of the disability confident scheme, CLIENT guarantees to interview all candidates who have a disability and who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy. In cases where we have a high volume of candidates who have a disability who meet all the essential criteria, we will interview the best candidates from within that group. Armed Forces Covenant CLIENT is proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant and as such, we guarantee to interview all veterans or spouses / partners of military personnel who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy. In cases where we have a high volume of ex-military candidates / military spouses or partners, who meet all of the essential criteria, we will interview the best candidates from within that group. If you qualify for the above, please notify us on (phone number removed). We will be in touch to discuss your suitability and arrange your Guaranteed Interview. Should you require reasonable adjustments at any point during the recruitment process or if there is a more accessible way for us to communicate, please do let me know.
Jun 13, 2026
Contractor
Role : Commercial Officer - SC Contract Length: 120 days initially Location : Croydon, Liverpool or Manchester (3 days/week on site - whichever is closest) IR35 : Inside Rate: £550/day Security Clearance: SC Minimum Requirement: Public sector procurement Contract Management Security Clearance: SC Deliverables include: market engagement - planning; identification of required documents and their authors; recommendations; and engaging suppliers under a CCS Framework. procurement - production of documents needed for: the Invitation to Tender; commercial approvals; contract award and contract management. Contract Management Commercial advice, guidance, support and point of escalation for BAU contracts. Enablers provide common services across the organisation. Enterprise Services (ES) provision common IT services across the organisation. Both areas have contracts expiring that require re-procurement along with contract / commercial support for BAU contracted services. Enablers are looking to re-procure their CRM solution and ES are looking to re-procure a number of services including MS Teams External Calling; Contact Centre Services and our Device Support contract. We require an experienced Commercial Manage to support Enables and Enterprise Services including without limitation, the following deliverables: Market engagement - planning; identification of required documents and their authors; recommendations; and engaging suppliers under a CCS Framework. Procurement - production of documents needed for: the Invitation to Tender; commercial approvals; contract award and contract management. Contract Management Commercial advice, guidance, support and point of escalation for BAU contracts. Essential skills and experience: Experience of leading the procurement, through re-opened competition, call-off contracts for Information Technology (IT) from Crown Commercial Service (CCS) framework agreements, as part of a multi-disciplinary team within a project or programme that is governed by one or more Boards Experience of working in multi-disciplinary Buyer teams on market engagement that involved: persuading stakeholders and team colleagues of the value of market engagement, factoring in their reasonable observations and feeding back how market engagement had been adapted. identifying compliant opportunities to identify the team s key information requirements from the market and the team s key messages for the market through, as appropriate: development and application of questionnaires, with review of responses and identification of related actions; iterative sharing of draft documentation; running broadcast events and one-to-one events; and / or other means of market engagement. Experience of involving the incumbent in market engagement in a way that: recognises the incumbent s possible role as a bidder but also mitigates the risk that the incumbent is seen to have a material unfair advantage over other potential bidders. applies contractual obligations to ensure timely provision of data about current service provision such as incumbent s data on assets and personnel (to support other potential bidders assessment of risk against regulations for Transfer of Undertakings (Protection of Employment) (TUPE). recognises the incumbent s role in transition from one contract to another, and potentially the incumbent s role in transition from one supplier to another. Experience of working with a legal advisor to understand and mitigate risks and issues relating to procurement regulations Experience of working with the incumbent and a legal advisor to obtain information that can be shared with potential bidders to help them to assess TUPE risk Skill in persuading stakeholders and team colleagues to acknowledge and accommodate commercial perspective in writing, though informal discussion and by attending Board meetings, achieved by using language stakeholders and team colleagues understand in respect of risks and issues pertaining to time, quality, cost, governance and compliance Skill in listening to or reading written communications from stakeholders and team colleagues who may have low commercial awareness; identifying and then discussing with them the commercial matters, including regulatory compliance, that are implicit in what they are saying or writing but which they may not have recognised Skill in briefing legal advisors when seeking advice about matters that may be hazardous in respect of compliance with the public sector regulatory framework for procurement, including: identifying the points where specific legal advice is wanted, providing the background material legal advisors will want, and being able to discuss the matters verbally with them so they appreciate what advice is needed Skill in resolving differences between parties by finding pragmatic solutions, ideally on the basis of applying reasonable principles accepted by the parties and that are in the Buyer s interest Skill in developing and applying a supplier perspective to market engagement including identification of possible concerns from potential bidders about risk transfer from the buyer to a supplier, and managing these concerns in writing, and verbally at market engagement events Desirable skills and experience: Experience in identifying and checking relevant government guidance (eg playbooks) for ideas and potential weaknesses in a market engagement approach, by considering the relevance of the guidance to the specific market engagement and the feasibility of applying the guidance Experience of procuring, through re-opened competition, call-off contracts for Information Technology To apply for this role please submit your latest CV or contact Aspect Resources on (phone number removed) Disability Confident As a member of the disability confident scheme, CLIENT guarantees to interview all candidates who have a disability and who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy. In cases where we have a high volume of candidates who have a disability who meet all the essential criteria, we will interview the best candidates from within that group. Armed Forces Covenant CLIENT is proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant and as such, we guarantee to interview all veterans or spouses / partners of military personnel who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy. In cases where we have a high volume of ex-military candidates / military spouses or partners, who meet all of the essential criteria, we will interview the best candidates from within that group. If you qualify for the above, please notify us on (phone number removed). We will be in touch to discuss your suitability and arrange your Guaranteed Interview. Should you require reasonable adjustments at any point during the recruitment process or if there is a more accessible way for us to communicate, please do let me know.
Opus People Solutions Ltd
Astwood Bank, Worcestershire
Greenspaces & Projects Officer (Parks & Events) Location: Bromsgrove & Redditch Rate: 18.85 per hour Contract: 12 month interim (potential extension) Working Pattern: Office-based with flexibility for agile working Our client, a well-regarded local authority partnership, is seeking an experienced Greenspaces & Projects Officer (Parks & Events) to support the delivery of high-profile environmental and community projects across Bromsgrove and Redditch. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in shaping greener, more vibrant public spaces and delivering visible improvements that benefit local communities. The Opportunity You will join the Parks & Events team, taking a lead role in delivering capital projects, including Section 106 schemes, parish initiatives, and externally funded programmes. This is a varied and hands on position where you'll oversee projects from inception through to completion managing procurement, contractors, and stakeholder relationships to ensure successful outcomes. Key Responsibilities Lead on the delivery of capital investment programmes Manage Section 106 funding from feasibility through to completion Oversee contractor performance and project delivery Support Green Flag standard improvements across parks and open spaces Contribute to funding bids and service development strategies Support the planning and delivery of community events and play schemes Engage with councillors, residents, and external partners Use feedback and consultation to improve services and participation What We're Looking For Proven experience in project management and capital delivery Background within a local authority or similar public/community sector environment Strong understanding of budget and risk management Confident stakeholder engagement skills, including working in a political setting Experience within green spaces, parks, or leisure services (highly desirable) Ability to manage projects from start to finish What's in It for You? Opportunity to work on impactful, community-focused projects Gain experience across two local authorities Supportive team environment with flexible working options Potential for contract extension
Jun 13, 2026
Seasonal
Greenspaces & Projects Officer (Parks & Events) Location: Bromsgrove & Redditch Rate: 18.85 per hour Contract: 12 month interim (potential extension) Working Pattern: Office-based with flexibility for agile working Our client, a well-regarded local authority partnership, is seeking an experienced Greenspaces & Projects Officer (Parks & Events) to support the delivery of high-profile environmental and community projects across Bromsgrove and Redditch. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in shaping greener, more vibrant public spaces and delivering visible improvements that benefit local communities. The Opportunity You will join the Parks & Events team, taking a lead role in delivering capital projects, including Section 106 schemes, parish initiatives, and externally funded programmes. This is a varied and hands on position where you'll oversee projects from inception through to completion managing procurement, contractors, and stakeholder relationships to ensure successful outcomes. Key Responsibilities Lead on the delivery of capital investment programmes Manage Section 106 funding from feasibility through to completion Oversee contractor performance and project delivery Support Green Flag standard improvements across parks and open spaces Contribute to funding bids and service development strategies Support the planning and delivery of community events and play schemes Engage with councillors, residents, and external partners Use feedback and consultation to improve services and participation What We're Looking For Proven experience in project management and capital delivery Background within a local authority or similar public/community sector environment Strong understanding of budget and risk management Confident stakeholder engagement skills, including working in a political setting Experience within green spaces, parks, or leisure services (highly desirable) Ability to manage projects from start to finish What's in It for You? Opportunity to work on impactful, community-focused projects Gain experience across two local authorities Supportive team environment with flexible working options Potential for contract extension
Job Title:- Partner & Sales Enablement Manager Location: Camberley / South East Salary: Competitive Type: Permanent Sector: Product & Proposition Job Description The North Partner & Sales Enablement Manager is a highly collaborative role at North focused on developing and growing our business performance with strategic and solution partners. Reporting directly to the Chief Product & Propositions Officer but working across North s three sectors, acting as the focal point in developing business with our strategic and solutions partners. The role involves partner (technology vendors) management and engagement, including cultivating and strengthening relationships from exec to sales, product, engineering and procurement to develop an effective growing partnership. The Partner Manager will be responsible for upstream account management of North s relationship with partners, to maximise the business performance and value of these select partnerships, RESPONSIBILITIES This role will require effective relationship and partner management skills. commercial, market and sales or sales enablement skills and experience preferred. Key responsibilities will include: Management of partner (vendor) relationships to drive commercial performance, including closed business, referred business, new pipeline development and win/loss of strategic partners Understanding, collating and curating demand from product and sector sales teams to support and implement a value added quarterly calendar of training, workshops and sales enablement activities Development and management of quarterly business reviews (engaging sales, product and partner teams) to review pipeline, and plan sales enablement activities. Work with product and procurement teams to support the onboarding and develop new partner relationships that align with North s product and business needs Keeping abreast of partner promotions, product releases, pricing and roadmap updates ensuring our sales teams are well-informed of relevant offers Work with L&D manager to ensure the ongoing certification and compliance with vendor contracts, including managing learning and development needs and opportunities to maintain and build new levels of certification Work with the marketing team to ensure that they are aware of all funding available to them, make Marketing Development Fund (MDF) applications and submit successful claims to invest in relationship. Provide monthly scorecards to report on partner/Vendor performance. To succeed in the role, the following skills, knowledge and attributes are key: Excellent relationship management and collaboration skills Effective communicator and stakeholder management, confident in conversing at all levels Aptitude for developing pipeline and driving performance through partner, sales and marketing activity A solid track record in one or more of the following product families:-Networking & Cyber Security, Physical Security Systems and IoT Solutions Experience of developing business within a relevant strategic channel programme ie Cisco, Fortinet, Aruba, Juniper, Gallager, Genetec, or Axis or similar Ability to work autonomously and within a?team Enjoys working with sales team and partners sales teams to build pipeline, and winning sales opportunities plans Ability to develop a plan and then execute the plan to deliver growth Location: Camberley preferred. Benefits We offer a competitive remuneration package reflective of the candidate s skills and experience, along with a range of benefits typical for roles within the IT sector , including: Generous holiday entitlement Contributory pension scheme Healthcare and wellbeing programmes Professional development and training opportunities Flexible working arrangements subject to business needs Employee assistance programmes How to Apply If you are a proactive and detail-oriented professional looking to make a meaningful impact within a dynamic organisation, we welcome your application. Please submit your CV and complete the application form . We can only accept candidates who have the Right To Work in the UK
Jun 13, 2026
Full time
Job Title:- Partner & Sales Enablement Manager Location: Camberley / South East Salary: Competitive Type: Permanent Sector: Product & Proposition Job Description The North Partner & Sales Enablement Manager is a highly collaborative role at North focused on developing and growing our business performance with strategic and solution partners. Reporting directly to the Chief Product & Propositions Officer but working across North s three sectors, acting as the focal point in developing business with our strategic and solutions partners. The role involves partner (technology vendors) management and engagement, including cultivating and strengthening relationships from exec to sales, product, engineering and procurement to develop an effective growing partnership. The Partner Manager will be responsible for upstream account management of North s relationship with partners, to maximise the business performance and value of these select partnerships, RESPONSIBILITIES This role will require effective relationship and partner management skills. commercial, market and sales or sales enablement skills and experience preferred. Key responsibilities will include: Management of partner (vendor) relationships to drive commercial performance, including closed business, referred business, new pipeline development and win/loss of strategic partners Understanding, collating and curating demand from product and sector sales teams to support and implement a value added quarterly calendar of training, workshops and sales enablement activities Development and management of quarterly business reviews (engaging sales, product and partner teams) to review pipeline, and plan sales enablement activities. Work with product and procurement teams to support the onboarding and develop new partner relationships that align with North s product and business needs Keeping abreast of partner promotions, product releases, pricing and roadmap updates ensuring our sales teams are well-informed of relevant offers Work with L&D manager to ensure the ongoing certification and compliance with vendor contracts, including managing learning and development needs and opportunities to maintain and build new levels of certification Work with the marketing team to ensure that they are aware of all funding available to them, make Marketing Development Fund (MDF) applications and submit successful claims to invest in relationship. Provide monthly scorecards to report on partner/Vendor performance. To succeed in the role, the following skills, knowledge and attributes are key: Excellent relationship management and collaboration skills Effective communicator and stakeholder management, confident in conversing at all levels Aptitude for developing pipeline and driving performance through partner, sales and marketing activity A solid track record in one or more of the following product families:-Networking & Cyber Security, Physical Security Systems and IoT Solutions Experience of developing business within a relevant strategic channel programme ie Cisco, Fortinet, Aruba, Juniper, Gallager, Genetec, or Axis or similar Ability to work autonomously and within a?team Enjoys working with sales team and partners sales teams to build pipeline, and winning sales opportunities plans Ability to develop a plan and then execute the plan to deliver growth Location: Camberley preferred. Benefits We offer a competitive remuneration package reflective of the candidate s skills and experience, along with a range of benefits typical for roles within the IT sector , including: Generous holiday entitlement Contributory pension scheme Healthcare and wellbeing programmes Professional development and training opportunities Flexible working arrangements subject to business needs Employee assistance programmes How to Apply If you are a proactive and detail-oriented professional looking to make a meaningful impact within a dynamic organisation, we welcome your application. Please submit your CV and complete the application form . We can only accept candidates who have the Right To Work in the UK
Are you an experienced procurement professional looking for the perfect step up into a strategic role? We are partnering with Dacorum Borough Council to recruit for a permanent Procurement Lead. This opportunity offers flexible working, exposure to high-profile Housing and Property projects, and the chance to shape procurement strategy. Offering £50,000 £55,000, generous holiday entitlement and a 17.1% employer contribution pension scheme, this is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to progress their career while leading complex commissioning and procurement activity across a large public sector organisation. This Procurement Lead role offers the following benefits: A permanent role within a supportive and friendly team Up to 32 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays, with the option to purchase an additional week Local Government pension scheme, with employer contributions of 17.1% Working from home Flexible working In this position, you will be: Managing the Housing and Property contract register and procurement forward plan Leading complex procurement and commissioning activities across goods, services and works Ensuring procurement activities comply with legislation, standing orders and public sector best practice Delivering procurement projects that achieve value for money, sustainability and service quality Supporting contract management and governance processes across the directorate Providing technical procurement advice to officers, managers and stakeholders Supporting the training, development and implementation of procurement strategy Managing multiple procurement projects simultaneously and delivering to strict deadlines Identifying procurement risks and implementing mitigation strategies Preparing reports and updates for senior leadership, committees and governance boards I d love to speak to someone who has: Significant experience within a public sector procurement role, and knowledge of contract management Experience leading complex procurement projects and coordinating stakeholders Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Experience working within governance and compliance frameworks The ability to manage competing priorities and deliver outcomes to deadlines CIPS qualification and a Full UK Valid Driving License This permanent Procurement Lead position is ideal for someone looking to take the next step in their career within a supportive environment that offers flexible working and genuine long-term progression opportunities. If you are interested in this Procurement Lead role, apply online now or contact Charlotte Sutton at (url removed) for more information.
Jun 13, 2026
Full time
Are you an experienced procurement professional looking for the perfect step up into a strategic role? We are partnering with Dacorum Borough Council to recruit for a permanent Procurement Lead. This opportunity offers flexible working, exposure to high-profile Housing and Property projects, and the chance to shape procurement strategy. Offering £50,000 £55,000, generous holiday entitlement and a 17.1% employer contribution pension scheme, this is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to progress their career while leading complex commissioning and procurement activity across a large public sector organisation. This Procurement Lead role offers the following benefits: A permanent role within a supportive and friendly team Up to 32 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays, with the option to purchase an additional week Local Government pension scheme, with employer contributions of 17.1% Working from home Flexible working In this position, you will be: Managing the Housing and Property contract register and procurement forward plan Leading complex procurement and commissioning activities across goods, services and works Ensuring procurement activities comply with legislation, standing orders and public sector best practice Delivering procurement projects that achieve value for money, sustainability and service quality Supporting contract management and governance processes across the directorate Providing technical procurement advice to officers, managers and stakeholders Supporting the training, development and implementation of procurement strategy Managing multiple procurement projects simultaneously and delivering to strict deadlines Identifying procurement risks and implementing mitigation strategies Preparing reports and updates for senior leadership, committees and governance boards I d love to speak to someone who has: Significant experience within a public sector procurement role, and knowledge of contract management Experience leading complex procurement projects and coordinating stakeholders Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Experience working within governance and compliance frameworks The ability to manage competing priorities and deliver outcomes to deadlines CIPS qualification and a Full UK Valid Driving License This permanent Procurement Lead position is ideal for someone looking to take the next step in their career within a supportive environment that offers flexible working and genuine long-term progression opportunities. If you are interested in this Procurement Lead role, apply online now or contact Charlotte Sutton at (url removed) for more information.
Responsible for leading digital products and platforms. Lead major digital change. About Our Client Arts Council England is the national development agency for creativity and culture. We help people in every corner of the country to experience and benefit from creativity. We do this by investing in artists and organisations that make and deliver exceptional, inspirational work for our communities. We set out our strategic vision in Let's Create that by 2030 we want England to be a country in which the creativity of each of us is valued and given the chance to flourish, and where every one of us has access to a remarkable range of high-quality cultural experiences. We invest public money from the Government and the National Lottery to help support the sector and to deliver this vision. Job Description Reporting directly to the Chief Digital & Information Officer, as Director of Digital, you will lead Arts Council England's digital products and platforms, including Grants Management, CRM, Museum and Cultural Property services, the digital workplace and new AI-enabled capabilities. You will be accountable for the strategy, investment decisions and governance that ensure these services are reliable, secure, accessible and meet public-sector requirements. These services are essential to how we fund and support the sector, meet our obligations, and serve applicants, funded organisations, staff and partners. You will work closely with the Technology Director to align product direction with architecture, operational resilience and service performance, and you will be the senior voice representing business needs in digital delivery decisions. Key accountabilities: Set a clear vision and strategy for digital products and platforms. Lead and govern delivery across "run and improve" services and major transformation programmes. Ensure services meet standards for value for money, accessibility, security, data protection and assurance. Build strong relationships with senior stakeholders, the Executive Board and delivery partners. Develop a high-performing team, and create an inclusive, values-led culture. Key responsibilities: Own the digital product and platform portfolio, setting priorities and balancing day-to-day service needs with longer-term change. Set direction for product roadmaps and investment, based on user needs, evidence and organisational priorities. Provide clear governance for design and change decisions, ensuring the right controls and pace of delivery. Be accountable for service performance, resilience and risk management, working with Technology to meet agreed service levels. Lead major digital change, including modernising legacy systems and improving integrations and data quality. Sponsor innovation where it adds value (including AI and automation), running controlled trials and scaling what works. Manage budgets and suppliers, ensuring strong contract performance, good commercial discipline and value for money. Lead, coach and develop the Digital team, planning capacity and building succession for key roles. Represent digital at senior forums, building alignment across Operations, Funding, Data & Insights and corporate functions. Key relationships: Chief Digital and Information Officer Technology Director and Digital, Data & Technology leadership team Chief Data Officer and Data & Insights colleagues Executive Board, transformation governance groups and peer Directors Operational leaders across Funding and corporate services (e.g., Finance, HR, Procurement) External suppliers and delivery partners The Successful Applicant About you: You are a strategic, credible leader who can work at the executive level and stay close enough to delivery to remove barriers and make good decisions. You communicate clearly with both technical and non-technical colleagues and can explain complex issues in plain English. You understand modern digital product and platform delivery, including user-centred design, integrations, data and good service management. You can lead and improve supplier performance and contracts, and you take a disciplined approach to value for money, risk and assurance. You lead collaboratively and invest in building a high-performing, inclusive team. Essential requirements: You will need strong evidence of strategic leadership, delivery and commercial judgement. Senior leadership experience owning a portfolio of digital products/platforms across live service, improvement and transformation. Proven people leadership, including developing leaders and building a high-performing, inclusive team. Experience setting strategy and turning it into clear roadmaps, priorities, governance and measurable outcomes. Strong stakeholder management, able to influence Executive and Board-level decisions and build trust across the organisation. Commercial and financial management experience, including managing significant budgets (typically up to £5m) and leading supplier/partner performance. Good working knowledge of modern delivery and service approaches (e.g., agile/hybrid delivery, DevOps, continuous improvement) and when to use them. Experience ensuring services meet security and data protection requirements, with a working knowledge of recognised standards (e.g., ISO 27001 / NIST and UK GDPR). Desirable requirements but not essential: A relevant degree or equivalent experience. Relevant professional qualifications (e.g., programme/project delivery, enterprise architecture or service management). What's on Offer Salary: The role will pay a competitive salary up to £85,000 per annum. Pension scheme: The Arts Council retirement plan is a final salary scheme with contributions on a sliding scale. Annual leave: 25 days, plus bank holidays and an additional three days leave at Christmas. All staff also earn one additional leave day per full year of service (up to five days), and we offer a scheme to buy and sell annual leave. There is also a winter closure of three days between Christmas and New Year for all colleagues. We offer generous sick pay, paid maternity, paternity and adoptive parental leave, as well as up to five days a year for personal and religious reasons. Hybrid working: 1 day per week in the Manchester Office (factoring in flexibility when required) Life assurance: All staff members are automatically provided with life assurance cover. Wellbeing support: Our internalwellbeing strategy launched in 2021, and colleagues have access to a range of resources to support theirwellbeing, including: Unmind: a workplace mental health platform. The Employee Assistance Programme: a confidential 24/7 telephone counselling service which offers impartial external advice and support on personal, legal, financial and line management issues, plus up to six counselling sessions per year. A fully trained team of internal Mental Health First Aiders. Learning & development: We invest in the growth and development of all our staff, including professional qualifications, in-house and external training courses, conferences, e-learning, apprenticeships and more. We encourage individuals and teams to keep learning and developing - as a gold standard Investor in People, we provide flexible and adaptable learning and development opportunities for staff at all levels. Shopping discounts: Exclusive savings on high street and online shops, holidays, cinema tickets, gym membership, dining out and more. Relocation support: Newly appointed staff who need to move residence are eligible to apply for up to £5,000 support. Travel loans: Interest-free loans for travel season tickets, as well as bicycle, car and motorbike loans for those who regularly use them for commuting. Disabled, D/deaf and/or neurodivergent people and those from Black, Asian and Ethnically Diverse backgrounds are underrepresented in our workforce, so we particularly encourage applications from people in these groups. If you are disabled and your application meets the essential criteria for the post, we guarantee you an interview. Candidates who wish to apply under this scheme should indicate this on their cover letter under 'Candidate Personal Information' and then demonstrate within their cover letter how they have met the essential criteria for the role. Contact: Rutesh Shah Quote job ref: JN-216 Job summary Function CIO & IT Leadership Subsector CIO & IT Leadership Subsector Industry Public Sector & Not-For-Profit Location Manchester Contract type Permanent
Jun 13, 2026
Full time
Responsible for leading digital products and platforms. Lead major digital change. About Our Client Arts Council England is the national development agency for creativity and culture. We help people in every corner of the country to experience and benefit from creativity. We do this by investing in artists and organisations that make and deliver exceptional, inspirational work for our communities. We set out our strategic vision in Let's Create that by 2030 we want England to be a country in which the creativity of each of us is valued and given the chance to flourish, and where every one of us has access to a remarkable range of high-quality cultural experiences. We invest public money from the Government and the National Lottery to help support the sector and to deliver this vision. Job Description Reporting directly to the Chief Digital & Information Officer, as Director of Digital, you will lead Arts Council England's digital products and platforms, including Grants Management, CRM, Museum and Cultural Property services, the digital workplace and new AI-enabled capabilities. You will be accountable for the strategy, investment decisions and governance that ensure these services are reliable, secure, accessible and meet public-sector requirements. These services are essential to how we fund and support the sector, meet our obligations, and serve applicants, funded organisations, staff and partners. You will work closely with the Technology Director to align product direction with architecture, operational resilience and service performance, and you will be the senior voice representing business needs in digital delivery decisions. Key accountabilities: Set a clear vision and strategy for digital products and platforms. Lead and govern delivery across "run and improve" services and major transformation programmes. Ensure services meet standards for value for money, accessibility, security, data protection and assurance. Build strong relationships with senior stakeholders, the Executive Board and delivery partners. Develop a high-performing team, and create an inclusive, values-led culture. Key responsibilities: Own the digital product and platform portfolio, setting priorities and balancing day-to-day service needs with longer-term change. Set direction for product roadmaps and investment, based on user needs, evidence and organisational priorities. Provide clear governance for design and change decisions, ensuring the right controls and pace of delivery. Be accountable for service performance, resilience and risk management, working with Technology to meet agreed service levels. Lead major digital change, including modernising legacy systems and improving integrations and data quality. Sponsor innovation where it adds value (including AI and automation), running controlled trials and scaling what works. Manage budgets and suppliers, ensuring strong contract performance, good commercial discipline and value for money. Lead, coach and develop the Digital team, planning capacity and building succession for key roles. Represent digital at senior forums, building alignment across Operations, Funding, Data & Insights and corporate functions. Key relationships: Chief Digital and Information Officer Technology Director and Digital, Data & Technology leadership team Chief Data Officer and Data & Insights colleagues Executive Board, transformation governance groups and peer Directors Operational leaders across Funding and corporate services (e.g., Finance, HR, Procurement) External suppliers and delivery partners The Successful Applicant About you: You are a strategic, credible leader who can work at the executive level and stay close enough to delivery to remove barriers and make good decisions. You communicate clearly with both technical and non-technical colleagues and can explain complex issues in plain English. You understand modern digital product and platform delivery, including user-centred design, integrations, data and good service management. You can lead and improve supplier performance and contracts, and you take a disciplined approach to value for money, risk and assurance. You lead collaboratively and invest in building a high-performing, inclusive team. Essential requirements: You will need strong evidence of strategic leadership, delivery and commercial judgement. Senior leadership experience owning a portfolio of digital products/platforms across live service, improvement and transformation. Proven people leadership, including developing leaders and building a high-performing, inclusive team. Experience setting strategy and turning it into clear roadmaps, priorities, governance and measurable outcomes. Strong stakeholder management, able to influence Executive and Board-level decisions and build trust across the organisation. Commercial and financial management experience, including managing significant budgets (typically up to £5m) and leading supplier/partner performance. Good working knowledge of modern delivery and service approaches (e.g., agile/hybrid delivery, DevOps, continuous improvement) and when to use them. Experience ensuring services meet security and data protection requirements, with a working knowledge of recognised standards (e.g., ISO 27001 / NIST and UK GDPR). Desirable requirements but not essential: A relevant degree or equivalent experience. Relevant professional qualifications (e.g., programme/project delivery, enterprise architecture or service management). What's on Offer Salary: The role will pay a competitive salary up to £85,000 per annum. Pension scheme: The Arts Council retirement plan is a final salary scheme with contributions on a sliding scale. Annual leave: 25 days, plus bank holidays and an additional three days leave at Christmas. All staff also earn one additional leave day per full year of service (up to five days), and we offer a scheme to buy and sell annual leave. There is also a winter closure of three days between Christmas and New Year for all colleagues. We offer generous sick pay, paid maternity, paternity and adoptive parental leave, as well as up to five days a year for personal and religious reasons. Hybrid working: 1 day per week in the Manchester Office (factoring in flexibility when required) Life assurance: All staff members are automatically provided with life assurance cover. Wellbeing support: Our internalwellbeing strategy launched in 2021, and colleagues have access to a range of resources to support theirwellbeing, including: Unmind: a workplace mental health platform. The Employee Assistance Programme: a confidential 24/7 telephone counselling service which offers impartial external advice and support on personal, legal, financial and line management issues, plus up to six counselling sessions per year. A fully trained team of internal Mental Health First Aiders. Learning & development: We invest in the growth and development of all our staff, including professional qualifications, in-house and external training courses, conferences, e-learning, apprenticeships and more. We encourage individuals and teams to keep learning and developing - as a gold standard Investor in People, we provide flexible and adaptable learning and development opportunities for staff at all levels. Shopping discounts: Exclusive savings on high street and online shops, holidays, cinema tickets, gym membership, dining out and more. Relocation support: Newly appointed staff who need to move residence are eligible to apply for up to £5,000 support. Travel loans: Interest-free loans for travel season tickets, as well as bicycle, car and motorbike loans for those who regularly use them for commuting. Disabled, D/deaf and/or neurodivergent people and those from Black, Asian and Ethnically Diverse backgrounds are underrepresented in our workforce, so we particularly encourage applications from people in these groups. If you are disabled and your application meets the essential criteria for the post, we guarantee you an interview. Candidates who wish to apply under this scheme should indicate this on their cover letter under 'Candidate Personal Information' and then demonstrate within their cover letter how they have met the essential criteria for the role. Contact: Rutesh Shah Quote job ref: JN-216 Job summary Function CIO & IT Leadership Subsector CIO & IT Leadership Subsector Industry Public Sector & Not-For-Profit Location Manchester Contract type Permanent
Youth and Play Service Manager Reference number: SC08175 Location: London Schedule: Full-time Salary Range: (Full time equivalent) - £59,526 - £74,040 Contract Type: Permanent Why Southwark? In Southwark, we're proud to be a borough that's ambitious for its people and its place - and determined to tackle inequality and injustice. That commitment shapes how we work, how we lead, and how we serve our communities. Our Youth and Play Service is central to that ambition. It includes three youth centres and three adventure playgrounds, a large and diverse commissioning programme, and Southwark's key youth voice structures - including the Youth Parliament and our borough-wide Youth Digital Hub - so young people can shape decisions and access positive opportunities. Southwark isn't standing still. We continue to invest in young people and the buildings that support them, with capital investment in youth centres and adventure playgrounds alongside strong commissioning and partnership work. For leaders in the sector, this is a chance to shape high-profile community assets and see your ideas translated into real, felt improvements for young people and communities. This is a role for someone who believes that every young person should feel they belong, be safe, be heard, and have access to positive activities and opportunities - and who wants to lead the systems, partnerships and services that make that real at scale. You'll be joining a council that values openness, accountability and fairness, and that expects its leaders to help make Southwark more equal and just. What You'll Be Doing The Youth and Play Service Manager is a senior, borough-shaping leadership role. You'll be responsible for developing and delivering Youth and Play Services across Southwark, aligning them with corporate priorities and driving continuous improvement. This is a strategic, outward-facing post. You'll work with key partners across the council and beyond to embed learning from the London Youth Transformation pilot into service improvements - strengthening commissioning, quality assurance and impact, and building young people's voice into design and decision-making. You'll lead service planning and redesign and coordinate youth and play programmes so delivery is joined up and effective. You'll be accountable for the safe, smooth day-to-day running of our direct youth provision, alongside commissioning and grant programmes, procurement activity, and significant capital investment programmes for youth and play buildings. You'll oversee a portfolio of council owned assets, manage complex risks, and secure external funding opportunities. You'll also provide professional advice to senior officers and elected members and deputise for the Head of Culture when required. In this role, you will : Set the direction for Youth and Play and lead service improvement, including business planning, service reviews and change programmes that strengthen quality, consistency and outcomes. Align in-house delivery, commissioned provision and cross-council activity, building strong partnerships (schools, VCSE, health/public health and others) to deliver a joined-up offer. Champion youth voice and co-production, embedding young people's lived experience in service design, delivery and wider council decision-making. Ensure the day-to-day operation of our directly delivered youth centres and adventure playgrounds is safe, well-run and compliant, with strong safeguarding, health & safety and risk management. Lead youth and play commissioning, grants and procurement, with robust performance, outcomes and contract management to assure quality, value for money and impact. Deliver and de-risk capital investment programmes for youth centres and adventure playgrounds, ensuring buildings are safe, welcoming, fit for purpose and future-ready. Source and secure external funding and income opportunities to support sustainability and growth of the youth and play offer. Provide clear, confident professional advice to senior officers and elected members on youth and play matters. Lead, support and develop your senior management team, creating a positive, inclusive and high-performing culture. What We're Looking For We're looking for a strategic, values led leader who combines strong system leadership with a deep understanding of what great youth and play services look like on the ground. You will bring : Degree level qualification or equivalent through relevant experience, alongside continued professional and leadership development. In depth knowledge of youth and play services, including current challenges, risks and opportunities, and experience of service redesign and innovation. Senior management experience within a large or complex organisation, with responsibility for staff leadership and substantial budgets. A strong track record of leading complex programmes and change in a political or partnership environment. Experience of commissioning, procurement and contract management, with the confidence to work with a wide range of providers. Sound financial management skills, including oversight of revenue budgets of £1m+ and capital programmes. Proven ability to build trusting, productive relationships and influence senior stakeholders across sectors. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present clearly and persuasively to diverse audiences, including elected members. A leadership style that is inclusive, organised and resilient, able to manage competing priorities and uncertainty. A strong commitment to equity, inclusion and ensuring that no young person is left behind. Recruitment Timeline Closing date: 14 June 2026. Shortlisting: 18 June 2026. Interviews: 7 July 2026. Guaranteed Interview Scheme As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role, and identify with one of the criteria below: Members of the Armed Forces and veterans. Are currently in care or have previously been in care. If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition. Benefits Working for Southwark Council - Southwark There are shift enhancements for out of hours and weekend working associated with this post. Benefits include : 29 days annual leave per year plus bank holidays, competitive pension scheme and excellent support for learning and development. Reports to: Head of Culture. Leads : Youth and Play Inclusion & Commissioning Manager and Youth and Play Operations Manager (2 direct reports). Service scope : Youth (11-19; up to 25 with SEN), adventure playgrounds, youth centres, Youth Parliament, Youth Digital Hub, commissioning and grants, cross council youth programmes. Accountability : Safe, smooth day-to-day delivery of direct youth provision; service leadership and improvement; partnership and system leadership; commissioning, procurement and performance/contract management; capital investment and risk across youth and play assets; external funding and financial oversight; senior advice to members and officers; deputising for Head of Culture. Attachments Click here to view the Job Description and Person Specification
Jun 13, 2026
Full time
Youth and Play Service Manager Reference number: SC08175 Location: London Schedule: Full-time Salary Range: (Full time equivalent) - £59,526 - £74,040 Contract Type: Permanent Why Southwark? In Southwark, we're proud to be a borough that's ambitious for its people and its place - and determined to tackle inequality and injustice. That commitment shapes how we work, how we lead, and how we serve our communities. Our Youth and Play Service is central to that ambition. It includes three youth centres and three adventure playgrounds, a large and diverse commissioning programme, and Southwark's key youth voice structures - including the Youth Parliament and our borough-wide Youth Digital Hub - so young people can shape decisions and access positive opportunities. Southwark isn't standing still. We continue to invest in young people and the buildings that support them, with capital investment in youth centres and adventure playgrounds alongside strong commissioning and partnership work. For leaders in the sector, this is a chance to shape high-profile community assets and see your ideas translated into real, felt improvements for young people and communities. This is a role for someone who believes that every young person should feel they belong, be safe, be heard, and have access to positive activities and opportunities - and who wants to lead the systems, partnerships and services that make that real at scale. You'll be joining a council that values openness, accountability and fairness, and that expects its leaders to help make Southwark more equal and just. What You'll Be Doing The Youth and Play Service Manager is a senior, borough-shaping leadership role. You'll be responsible for developing and delivering Youth and Play Services across Southwark, aligning them with corporate priorities and driving continuous improvement. This is a strategic, outward-facing post. You'll work with key partners across the council and beyond to embed learning from the London Youth Transformation pilot into service improvements - strengthening commissioning, quality assurance and impact, and building young people's voice into design and decision-making. You'll lead service planning and redesign and coordinate youth and play programmes so delivery is joined up and effective. You'll be accountable for the safe, smooth day-to-day running of our direct youth provision, alongside commissioning and grant programmes, procurement activity, and significant capital investment programmes for youth and play buildings. You'll oversee a portfolio of council owned assets, manage complex risks, and secure external funding opportunities. You'll also provide professional advice to senior officers and elected members and deputise for the Head of Culture when required. In this role, you will : Set the direction for Youth and Play and lead service improvement, including business planning, service reviews and change programmes that strengthen quality, consistency and outcomes. Align in-house delivery, commissioned provision and cross-council activity, building strong partnerships (schools, VCSE, health/public health and others) to deliver a joined-up offer. Champion youth voice and co-production, embedding young people's lived experience in service design, delivery and wider council decision-making. Ensure the day-to-day operation of our directly delivered youth centres and adventure playgrounds is safe, well-run and compliant, with strong safeguarding, health & safety and risk management. Lead youth and play commissioning, grants and procurement, with robust performance, outcomes and contract management to assure quality, value for money and impact. Deliver and de-risk capital investment programmes for youth centres and adventure playgrounds, ensuring buildings are safe, welcoming, fit for purpose and future-ready. Source and secure external funding and income opportunities to support sustainability and growth of the youth and play offer. Provide clear, confident professional advice to senior officers and elected members on youth and play matters. Lead, support and develop your senior management team, creating a positive, inclusive and high-performing culture. What We're Looking For We're looking for a strategic, values led leader who combines strong system leadership with a deep understanding of what great youth and play services look like on the ground. You will bring : Degree level qualification or equivalent through relevant experience, alongside continued professional and leadership development. In depth knowledge of youth and play services, including current challenges, risks and opportunities, and experience of service redesign and innovation. Senior management experience within a large or complex organisation, with responsibility for staff leadership and substantial budgets. A strong track record of leading complex programmes and change in a political or partnership environment. Experience of commissioning, procurement and contract management, with the confidence to work with a wide range of providers. Sound financial management skills, including oversight of revenue budgets of £1m+ and capital programmes. Proven ability to build trusting, productive relationships and influence senior stakeholders across sectors. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present clearly and persuasively to diverse audiences, including elected members. A leadership style that is inclusive, organised and resilient, able to manage competing priorities and uncertainty. A strong commitment to equity, inclusion and ensuring that no young person is left behind. Recruitment Timeline Closing date: 14 June 2026. Shortlisting: 18 June 2026. Interviews: 7 July 2026. Guaranteed Interview Scheme As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role, and identify with one of the criteria below: Members of the Armed Forces and veterans. Are currently in care or have previously been in care. If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition. Benefits Working for Southwark Council - Southwark There are shift enhancements for out of hours and weekend working associated with this post. Benefits include : 29 days annual leave per year plus bank holidays, competitive pension scheme and excellent support for learning and development. Reports to: Head of Culture. Leads : Youth and Play Inclusion & Commissioning Manager and Youth and Play Operations Manager (2 direct reports). Service scope : Youth (11-19; up to 25 with SEN), adventure playgrounds, youth centres, Youth Parliament, Youth Digital Hub, commissioning and grants, cross council youth programmes. Accountability : Safe, smooth day-to-day delivery of direct youth provision; service leadership and improvement; partnership and system leadership; commissioning, procurement and performance/contract management; capital investment and risk across youth and play assets; external funding and financial oversight; senior advice to members and officers; deputising for Head of Culture. Attachments Click here to view the Job Description and Person Specification
We are recruiting an exciting, newly created, Procurement Officer on a Fixed Term Contract basis for a growing client who are based near Worcester! This role is looking for someone who has prior procurement experience & is looking for a new role offering and immediate start & hybrid working! Client Details This organisation is a recognised name with it's sector delivering innovative solutions to its clients. They are looking to hire a newly created Procurement Officer position due to extensive and continued growth within the procurement team! Description As Procurement Officer, duties will include, however, not be limited to: Manage end-to-end procurement processes to support business objectives. Source and negotiate with suppliers to achieve cost savings and value for money. Develop and maintain supplier relationships to ensure quality and timely deliveries. Monitor market trends and identify potential risks and opportunities in the supply chain. Ensure compliance with procurement policies and procedures. Collaborate with internal teams to understand and fulfil procurement needs effectively. Prepare and analyse reports on procurement activities to inform decision-making. Support the implementation of procurement strategies and initiatives. Profile A successful Procurement Officer should have: Experience in procurement or supply chain management. Strong negotiation and supplier management skills. Proficiency in procurement tools and systems. Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities. Knowledge of procurement policies and best practices. Job Offer Competitive salary ranging up to 36,000 per annum. Hybrid working opportunities with 2 days per week on site near Worcester. Fixed-term contract offering stability and career growth opportunities. Supportive and professional work environment. Free Parking onsite + excellent company benefits!
Jun 13, 2026
Contractor
We are recruiting an exciting, newly created, Procurement Officer on a Fixed Term Contract basis for a growing client who are based near Worcester! This role is looking for someone who has prior procurement experience & is looking for a new role offering and immediate start & hybrid working! Client Details This organisation is a recognised name with it's sector delivering innovative solutions to its clients. They are looking to hire a newly created Procurement Officer position due to extensive and continued growth within the procurement team! Description As Procurement Officer, duties will include, however, not be limited to: Manage end-to-end procurement processes to support business objectives. Source and negotiate with suppliers to achieve cost savings and value for money. Develop and maintain supplier relationships to ensure quality and timely deliveries. Monitor market trends and identify potential risks and opportunities in the supply chain. Ensure compliance with procurement policies and procedures. Collaborate with internal teams to understand and fulfil procurement needs effectively. Prepare and analyse reports on procurement activities to inform decision-making. Support the implementation of procurement strategies and initiatives. Profile A successful Procurement Officer should have: Experience in procurement or supply chain management. Strong negotiation and supplier management skills. Proficiency in procurement tools and systems. Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities. Knowledge of procurement policies and best practices. Job Offer Competitive salary ranging up to 36,000 per annum. Hybrid working opportunities with 2 days per week on site near Worcester. Fixed-term contract offering stability and career growth opportunities. Supportive and professional work environment. Free Parking onsite + excellent company benefits!
Job Title: IT Graduate Location: Kendal Part-time 21 hours a week over 3-5 days Our client is seeking an IT and Digital Officer who can support the Head of Facilities and Digital with the maintenance, security, and planning of key IT and digital assets. You will help ensure a safe, functional, cost-effective, and legally compliant environment for staff, volunteers, and visitors. The role combines hands-on IT support, cyber security practices, and digital transformation initiatives, including innovative technology solutions for remote sites and community engagement. Responsibilities Assist with procurement of IT and communications software, hardware, peripherals, and support services to meet organizational requirements. Work alongside external contractors to provide software and hardware support, resolving incidents for staff across the entire trust. Deliver basic staff training on general office equipment, software, and induction to IT and communication systems for new starters. Help secure all digital systems against cyber-attack, including staff awareness of current cyber threats and secure remote access. Maintain secure daily backups of data on computer network file servers and recover information requested by staff and volunteers. Implement preventive measures by checking system logs, applying patches and security updates, and maintaining or upgrading network components. Support digital transformation projects, including webcams for immersive community engagement and tap to donate systems at remote sites. Carry out additional ad hoc tasks for the Head of Facilities and Digital, including membership support and external fundraising activities. Follow organizational policies and procedures, promoting environmentally friendly working practices and high standards of efficiency and customer care. Your Skills Relevant experience or qualification in IT and/or Maths and English GCSE at grade 4 or above, with at least two years in IT support or a similar role. Experience procuring computer hardware and providing IT problem-solving in a mixed hardware, software, and network environment. Good understanding of computer systems, security protocols, and GDPR principles and best practice for handling personal data securely. Hands-on experience diagnosing and resolving hardware, software, and network issues for users with varying technical knowledge levels. Experience managing and supporting Microsoft 365 tools, including Outlook, Teams, SharePoint, OneDrive, Azure and Entra in a business context. Working knowledge of Active Directory user administration, including password resets, account creation, and managing user and group permissions. Experience managing Windows Server environments and Endpoint management solutions to ensure secure, stable, and up-to-date devices. Experience maintaining networking equipment such as routers, switches, and firewalls, ensuring connectivity and appropriate access controls. Ability to maintain privacy and confidentiality, communicate effectively and confidently, and support others in achieving their goals. Capable of working independently and as part of a team, prioritizing multiple tasks, with a full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle desirable. Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website.
Jun 13, 2026
Full time
Job Title: IT Graduate Location: Kendal Part-time 21 hours a week over 3-5 days Our client is seeking an IT and Digital Officer who can support the Head of Facilities and Digital with the maintenance, security, and planning of key IT and digital assets. You will help ensure a safe, functional, cost-effective, and legally compliant environment for staff, volunteers, and visitors. The role combines hands-on IT support, cyber security practices, and digital transformation initiatives, including innovative technology solutions for remote sites and community engagement. Responsibilities Assist with procurement of IT and communications software, hardware, peripherals, and support services to meet organizational requirements. Work alongside external contractors to provide software and hardware support, resolving incidents for staff across the entire trust. Deliver basic staff training on general office equipment, software, and induction to IT and communication systems for new starters. Help secure all digital systems against cyber-attack, including staff awareness of current cyber threats and secure remote access. Maintain secure daily backups of data on computer network file servers and recover information requested by staff and volunteers. Implement preventive measures by checking system logs, applying patches and security updates, and maintaining or upgrading network components. Support digital transformation projects, including webcams for immersive community engagement and tap to donate systems at remote sites. Carry out additional ad hoc tasks for the Head of Facilities and Digital, including membership support and external fundraising activities. Follow organizational policies and procedures, promoting environmentally friendly working practices and high standards of efficiency and customer care. Your Skills Relevant experience or qualification in IT and/or Maths and English GCSE at grade 4 or above, with at least two years in IT support or a similar role. Experience procuring computer hardware and providing IT problem-solving in a mixed hardware, software, and network environment. Good understanding of computer systems, security protocols, and GDPR principles and best practice for handling personal data securely. Hands-on experience diagnosing and resolving hardware, software, and network issues for users with varying technical knowledge levels. Experience managing and supporting Microsoft 365 tools, including Outlook, Teams, SharePoint, OneDrive, Azure and Entra in a business context. Working knowledge of Active Directory user administration, including password resets, account creation, and managing user and group permissions. Experience managing Windows Server environments and Endpoint management solutions to ensure secure, stable, and up-to-date devices. Experience maintaining networking equipment such as routers, switches, and firewalls, ensuring connectivity and appropriate access controls. Ability to maintain privacy and confidentiality, communicate effectively and confidently, and support others in achieving their goals. Capable of working independently and as part of a team, prioritizing multiple tasks, with a full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle desirable. Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website.
Deliver Impact. Build Your Procurement Career. This public sector procurement and commissioning team is looking for an ambitious procurement officer to help deliver high-quality, value-for-money services that make a difference. This is an excellent opportunity to deepen both strategic and operational expertise across procurement and commissioning in a forward-thinking local authority. You'll have responsibility for supporting the Council in undertaking outcomes focused, lawful and commercially sound commissioning projects to deliver quality and value for money services. The team have delivered a number of major transformational projects across Adults and Children's services, including the development of two ASC frameworks for homecare and supported living, appointed a change partner to deliver a proof of concept for Assistive Technology, School meals and there are more contracts being worked on including, short breaks, day opportunities and VCSE recommissioning. What We're Looking For: Strong understanding of public procurement regulations, including a recent working knowledge of The Procurement Act 2023. Previous experience in Social Care & Health categories within a local authority setting or another area of the public sector. Excellent stakeholder and project management skills. A proactive, adaptable approach and a passion for learning. Aswell as gaining invaluable procurement experience, real career development opportunities, and the chance to make a direct impact on residents' lives, you'll also benefit from: Flexible working Support with CIPS studies Local government pension scheme Season ticket loan, childcare vouchers & local discounts A supportive, inclusive, and values-led culture The long-term hybrid working pattern will be 1 or 2 days per month in the office with more office presence required in the first few weeks of the role. The salary starts at c 40k (inc. London Weighting) Ready to grow your career while supporting meaningful change in the public sector? Please apply now for further details
Jun 13, 2026
Full time
Deliver Impact. Build Your Procurement Career. This public sector procurement and commissioning team is looking for an ambitious procurement officer to help deliver high-quality, value-for-money services that make a difference. This is an excellent opportunity to deepen both strategic and operational expertise across procurement and commissioning in a forward-thinking local authority. You'll have responsibility for supporting the Council in undertaking outcomes focused, lawful and commercially sound commissioning projects to deliver quality and value for money services. The team have delivered a number of major transformational projects across Adults and Children's services, including the development of two ASC frameworks for homecare and supported living, appointed a change partner to deliver a proof of concept for Assistive Technology, School meals and there are more contracts being worked on including, short breaks, day opportunities and VCSE recommissioning. What We're Looking For: Strong understanding of public procurement regulations, including a recent working knowledge of The Procurement Act 2023. Previous experience in Social Care & Health categories within a local authority setting or another area of the public sector. Excellent stakeholder and project management skills. A proactive, adaptable approach and a passion for learning. Aswell as gaining invaluable procurement experience, real career development opportunities, and the chance to make a direct impact on residents' lives, you'll also benefit from: Flexible working Support with CIPS studies Local government pension scheme Season ticket loan, childcare vouchers & local discounts A supportive, inclusive, and values-led culture The long-term hybrid working pattern will be 1 or 2 days per month in the office with more office presence required in the first few weeks of the role. The salary starts at c 40k (inc. London Weighting) Ready to grow your career while supporting meaningful change in the public sector? Please apply now for further details
Opus People Solutions Ltd
Chittering, Cambridgeshire
Waste Development Officer Location: Waterbeach Waste Management Park, CB25 9PG Rate of Pay: 16.35 per hour PAYE Hours: 37 hours per week, Monday - Friday, 9am-5pm with flexible hours available. Occasional weekend and evening work required. Working Schedule: Hybrid - onsite visits required, up to 3 days onsite at Waterbeach Management Park (onsite basis to be discussed with manager) and working from home. Duration: 12-week temporary role with potential to move to a fixed-term basis with Cambridgeshire County Council until March 2028 DBS Requirement: Enhanced DBS - if you do not have one, Opus People Solutions will process one on your behalf. All applicants must hold a Valid UK Driving Licence and have access to their own vehicle. Opus People Solutions are recruiting on behalf of our Client, Cambridgeshire County Council, for a Waste Development Officer on a temporary basis. This is a great opportunity for candidates with environmental or operational experience, including recent graduates. Key Responsibilities Monitor service performance and analyse data Conduct site visits and resolve operational issues Support public engagement and behaviour change initiatives Contribute to projects and strategy work Work with contractors, councils, and internal teams Support procurement and compliance activities Requirements Valid UK driving licence and access to a vehicle (essential) Experience in operational, waste, or environmental roles (preferred) Understanding of waste management principles Environmental qualification or relevant experience (desirable) Additional Info & Benefits Flexible working hours (some evenings/weekends required) Mileage expenses covered PPE provided Opportunity to secure a fixed-term role until March 2028 Apply Now!
Jun 13, 2026
Seasonal
Waste Development Officer Location: Waterbeach Waste Management Park, CB25 9PG Rate of Pay: 16.35 per hour PAYE Hours: 37 hours per week, Monday - Friday, 9am-5pm with flexible hours available. Occasional weekend and evening work required. Working Schedule: Hybrid - onsite visits required, up to 3 days onsite at Waterbeach Management Park (onsite basis to be discussed with manager) and working from home. Duration: 12-week temporary role with potential to move to a fixed-term basis with Cambridgeshire County Council until March 2028 DBS Requirement: Enhanced DBS - if you do not have one, Opus People Solutions will process one on your behalf. All applicants must hold a Valid UK Driving Licence and have access to their own vehicle. Opus People Solutions are recruiting on behalf of our Client, Cambridgeshire County Council, for a Waste Development Officer on a temporary basis. This is a great opportunity for candidates with environmental or operational experience, including recent graduates. Key Responsibilities Monitor service performance and analyse data Conduct site visits and resolve operational issues Support public engagement and behaviour change initiatives Contribute to projects and strategy work Work with contractors, councils, and internal teams Support procurement and compliance activities Requirements Valid UK driving licence and access to a vehicle (essential) Experience in operational, waste, or environmental roles (preferred) Understanding of waste management principles Environmental qualification or relevant experience (desirable) Additional Info & Benefits Flexible working hours (some evenings/weekends required) Mileage expenses covered PPE provided Opportunity to secure a fixed-term role until March 2028 Apply Now!
We are working with a registered social landlord, who are recruiting a Planned Investment Manager to lead the delivery of a range of projects within capital programmes, from inception through to completion. The postholder will support the effective monitoring and reporting of spend, progress and risks across the delivery of the capital programme, escalating issues as required to the executive management team. You will be overseeing the delivery of the Surveying Team, managing one-off and specialist contracts and oversee the delivery of large adaptation work, legal disrepair, large one-off projects, decent homes, retrofit and decarbonisation activities. You will be the lead Officer in Contract Management for Planned Works from design, procurement, delivery, and implementation and be responsible for CDM compliance for the team. The post holder will be responsible for the work of more junior colleagues providing support on specific projects and the work of appointed project managers and external consultants. This will also include Regulatory and professional bodies; contractors and consultants; tenants/leaseholders; and voluntary and community groups and members of the public. Role Purpose Operational lead for the organisation's delivery of the annual programme of planned investment, component replacements, damp & mould remedial works, Compliance, and other associated major works. Operational lead on managing and fostering long term strategic relationships with key partners. Ensure all areas of operational responsibility are shaped by key values. Provide an excellent customer service for all the association's residents. Key Accountabilities Contribute to the delivery of the corporate and assets strategy to ensure organisational service direction and strategic objective targets are met. Develop and sustain long term strategic relationships with our key partners in delivering a programme of planned investment and major repairs to create a seamless service with shared value. Lead on embedding and sustaining key values across all national contracts so that values are aligned, and all parties have the opportunity to create social and economic value. Lead on the building and management of sustainable and meaningful partnerships so that our contractors are resilient, and profitable whilst delivering good quality services in the way our customers expect. Assist in the procurement and mobilisation of new contractors and ongoing contract management. Ensure that all services are delivered in accordance with contract terms, KPIs and budgeted spend. Ensure compliance with all relevant policies and procedures to ensure there are no statutory, regulatory or contractual breaches. Responsible for the delivery of national planned investment and major works programmes, to circa XXXk properties. Manage budgets for planned investment and major works. Knowledge / Skills / Experience required Proven experience of developing long term strategic partnerships and embedding key values with stakeholders. Proven experience of project managing multi-disciplined teams across a city-wide geographical area. Proven experience of developing and implementing customer and stakeholder engagement strategies. Highly developed communication skills with experience of presenting to a range of audiences. Proven experience of driving costs down whilst improving economic and social value. Proven experience of managing large capital project budgets specifically within Asset Management, Property Investment and Public Procurement. Highly skilled in assessing information and devising and implementing appropriate solutions. Knowledge of building components and the diagnosis of building defects. Knowledge of building law, regulation, building contracts, contract law and health and safety legislation and best practise. Educated to HND level or equivalent, professional qualification in construction, housing, management or property surveying Hold a relevant management qualification, such as ILM Level 4 in Leadership and Management (desirable) A full UK driving license with the ability to drive as and when required by the business If you would like more information or to apply for this vacancy, please submit your CV, or contact Harvey Baker on (phone number removed) TristoneNash is working as an employment agency on behalf of a client
Jun 12, 2026
Full time
We are working with a registered social landlord, who are recruiting a Planned Investment Manager to lead the delivery of a range of projects within capital programmes, from inception through to completion. The postholder will support the effective monitoring and reporting of spend, progress and risks across the delivery of the capital programme, escalating issues as required to the executive management team. You will be overseeing the delivery of the Surveying Team, managing one-off and specialist contracts and oversee the delivery of large adaptation work, legal disrepair, large one-off projects, decent homes, retrofit and decarbonisation activities. You will be the lead Officer in Contract Management for Planned Works from design, procurement, delivery, and implementation and be responsible for CDM compliance for the team. The post holder will be responsible for the work of more junior colleagues providing support on specific projects and the work of appointed project managers and external consultants. This will also include Regulatory and professional bodies; contractors and consultants; tenants/leaseholders; and voluntary and community groups and members of the public. Role Purpose Operational lead for the organisation's delivery of the annual programme of planned investment, component replacements, damp & mould remedial works, Compliance, and other associated major works. Operational lead on managing and fostering long term strategic relationships with key partners. Ensure all areas of operational responsibility are shaped by key values. Provide an excellent customer service for all the association's residents. Key Accountabilities Contribute to the delivery of the corporate and assets strategy to ensure organisational service direction and strategic objective targets are met. Develop and sustain long term strategic relationships with our key partners in delivering a programme of planned investment and major repairs to create a seamless service with shared value. Lead on embedding and sustaining key values across all national contracts so that values are aligned, and all parties have the opportunity to create social and economic value. Lead on the building and management of sustainable and meaningful partnerships so that our contractors are resilient, and profitable whilst delivering good quality services in the way our customers expect. Assist in the procurement and mobilisation of new contractors and ongoing contract management. Ensure that all services are delivered in accordance with contract terms, KPIs and budgeted spend. Ensure compliance with all relevant policies and procedures to ensure there are no statutory, regulatory or contractual breaches. Responsible for the delivery of national planned investment and major works programmes, to circa XXXk properties. Manage budgets for planned investment and major works. Knowledge / Skills / Experience required Proven experience of developing long term strategic partnerships and embedding key values with stakeholders. Proven experience of project managing multi-disciplined teams across a city-wide geographical area. Proven experience of developing and implementing customer and stakeholder engagement strategies. Highly developed communication skills with experience of presenting to a range of audiences. Proven experience of driving costs down whilst improving economic and social value. Proven experience of managing large capital project budgets specifically within Asset Management, Property Investment and Public Procurement. Highly skilled in assessing information and devising and implementing appropriate solutions. Knowledge of building components and the diagnosis of building defects. Knowledge of building law, regulation, building contracts, contract law and health and safety legislation and best practise. Educated to HND level or equivalent, professional qualification in construction, housing, management or property surveying Hold a relevant management qualification, such as ILM Level 4 in Leadership and Management (desirable) A full UK driving license with the ability to drive as and when required by the business If you would like more information or to apply for this vacancy, please submit your CV, or contact Harvey Baker on (phone number removed) TristoneNash is working as an employment agency on behalf of a client
Lynx Employment Services Ltd
Astwood Bank, Worcestershire
Greenspaces & Project Officer Location: Bromsgrove Area Pay Rate: 18.35 per hour Contract: Temporary until Mid-August 2026 Hours: Full Time About the Role We are currently recruiting for a Greenspaces & Project Officer to join a dynamic Parks & Events Team. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced project professional to play a key role in delivering capital investment programmes that enhance parks, play areas, community assets, and green spaces across the area. Working closely with internal departments, contractors, elected members, parish councils, funding bodies, and community organisations, you will support the planning, management, and successful delivery of a wide range of improvement projects. You will act as one of the lead officers for project management, procurement, and contractor performance, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards. This role will involve occasional evening, weekend, and bank holiday working to support project delivery and community events. Key Responsibilities Lead on the development, management, and delivery of capital investment programmes. Coordinate and manage Section 106-funded projects from feasibility through to completion. Project manage internal and external contractor works, ensuring quality, compliance, and value for money. Support the delivery of Green Flag Award standards and outcomes across parks and open spaces. Lead on external funding applications, grant bids, and service improvement initiatives. Support the delivery of parks, play provision, and community events. Engage effectively with residents, elected members, partners, parish councils, and voluntary organisations. Use consultation findings and customer feedback to improve participation, usage, and satisfaction. Work collaboratively with colleagues and volunteers to support service objectives. Monitor project risks, budgets, and performance to ensure successful outcomes. About You To be successful in this role, you will have a relevant professional qualification or equivalent mid-to-senior level experience in project management, capital delivery, or a related field. You will also possess: Strong project management experience, including delivering capital projects from inception through to completion. Experience managing budgets, procurement processes, and contractor performance. Knowledge of risk management and governance within project delivery. Experience working within a public sector, community-focused, or similar environment. Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills. The ability to build positive relationships and work effectively within a politically sensitive environment. Experience within green spaces, parks, leisure, environmental, or open space services is highly desirable. A proactive and organised approach, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. A passion for improving community assets and public spaces.
Jun 12, 2026
Seasonal
Greenspaces & Project Officer Location: Bromsgrove Area Pay Rate: 18.35 per hour Contract: Temporary until Mid-August 2026 Hours: Full Time About the Role We are currently recruiting for a Greenspaces & Project Officer to join a dynamic Parks & Events Team. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced project professional to play a key role in delivering capital investment programmes that enhance parks, play areas, community assets, and green spaces across the area. Working closely with internal departments, contractors, elected members, parish councils, funding bodies, and community organisations, you will support the planning, management, and successful delivery of a wide range of improvement projects. You will act as one of the lead officers for project management, procurement, and contractor performance, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards. This role will involve occasional evening, weekend, and bank holiday working to support project delivery and community events. Key Responsibilities Lead on the development, management, and delivery of capital investment programmes. Coordinate and manage Section 106-funded projects from feasibility through to completion. Project manage internal and external contractor works, ensuring quality, compliance, and value for money. Support the delivery of Green Flag Award standards and outcomes across parks and open spaces. Lead on external funding applications, grant bids, and service improvement initiatives. Support the delivery of parks, play provision, and community events. Engage effectively with residents, elected members, partners, parish councils, and voluntary organisations. Use consultation findings and customer feedback to improve participation, usage, and satisfaction. Work collaboratively with colleagues and volunteers to support service objectives. Monitor project risks, budgets, and performance to ensure successful outcomes. About You To be successful in this role, you will have a relevant professional qualification or equivalent mid-to-senior level experience in project management, capital delivery, or a related field. You will also possess: Strong project management experience, including delivering capital projects from inception through to completion. Experience managing budgets, procurement processes, and contractor performance. Knowledge of risk management and governance within project delivery. Experience working within a public sector, community-focused, or similar environment. Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills. The ability to build positive relationships and work effectively within a politically sensitive environment. Experience within green spaces, parks, leisure, environmental, or open space services is highly desirable. A proactive and organised approach, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. A passion for improving community assets and public spaces.
We are working with a registered social landlord, who are recruiting a Planned Investment Manager to lead the delivery of a range of projects within capital programmes, from inception through to completion. The postholder will support the effective monitoring and reporting of spend, progress and risks across the delivery of the capital programme, escalating issues as required to the executive management team. You will be overseeing the delivery of the Surveying Team, managing one-off and specialist contracts and oversee the delivery of large adaptation work, legal disrepair, large one-off projects, decent homes, retrofit and decarbonisation activities. You will be the lead Officer in Contract Management for Planned Works from design, procurement, delivery, and implementation and be responsible for CDM compliance for the team. The post holder will be responsible for the work of more junior colleagues providing support on specific projects and the work of appointed project managers and external consultants. This will also include Regulatory and professional bodies; contractors and consultants; tenants/leaseholders; and voluntary and community groups and members of the public. Role Purpose Operational lead for the organisation's delivery of the annual programme of planned investment, component replacements, damp & mould remedial works, Compliance, and other associated major works. Operational lead on managing and fostering long term strategic relationships with key partners. Ensure all areas of operational responsibility are shaped by key values. Provide an excellent customer service for all the association's residents. Key Accountabilities Contribute to the delivery of the corporate and assets strategy to ensure organisational service direction and strategic objective targets are met. Develop and sustain long term strategic relationships with our key partners in delivering a programme of planned investment and major repairs to create a seamless service with shared value. Lead on embedding and sustaining key values across all national contracts so that values are aligned, and all parties have the opportunity to create social and economic value. Lead on the building and management of sustainable and meaningful partnerships so that our contractors are resilient, and profitable whilst delivering good quality services in the way our customers expect. Assist in the procurement and mobilisation of new contractors and ongoing contract management. Ensure that all services are delivered in accordance with contract terms, KPIs and budgeted spend. Ensure compliance with all relevant policies and procedures to ensure there are no statutory, regulatory or contractual breaches. Responsible for the delivery of national planned investment and major works programmes, to circa XXXk properties. Manage budgets for planned investment and major works. Knowledge / Skills / Experience required Proven experience of developing long term strategic partnerships and embedding key values with stakeholders. Proven experience of project managing multi-disciplined teams across a city-wide geographical area. Proven experience of developing and implementing customer and stakeholder engagement strategies. Highly developed communication skills with experience of presenting to a range of audiences. Proven experience of driving costs down whilst improving economic and social value. Proven experience of managing large capital project budgets specifically within Asset Management, Property Investment and Public Procurement. Highly skilled in assessing information and devising and implementing appropriate solutions. Knowledge of building components and the diagnosis of building defects. Knowledge of building law, regulation, building contracts, contract law and health and safety legislation and best practise. Educated to HND level or equivalent, professional qualification in construction, housing, management or property surveying Hold a relevant management qualification, such as ILM Level 4 in Leadership and Management (desirable) A full UK driving license with the ability to drive as and when required by the business If you would like more information or to apply for this vacancy, please submit your CV, or contact Harvey Baker on (phone number removed) TristoneNash is working as an employment agency on behalf of a client
Jun 12, 2026
Full time
We are working with a registered social landlord, who are recruiting a Planned Investment Manager to lead the delivery of a range of projects within capital programmes, from inception through to completion. The postholder will support the effective monitoring and reporting of spend, progress and risks across the delivery of the capital programme, escalating issues as required to the executive management team. You will be overseeing the delivery of the Surveying Team, managing one-off and specialist contracts and oversee the delivery of large adaptation work, legal disrepair, large one-off projects, decent homes, retrofit and decarbonisation activities. You will be the lead Officer in Contract Management for Planned Works from design, procurement, delivery, and implementation and be responsible for CDM compliance for the team. The post holder will be responsible for the work of more junior colleagues providing support on specific projects and the work of appointed project managers and external consultants. This will also include Regulatory and professional bodies; contractors and consultants; tenants/leaseholders; and voluntary and community groups and members of the public. Role Purpose Operational lead for the organisation's delivery of the annual programme of planned investment, component replacements, damp & mould remedial works, Compliance, and other associated major works. Operational lead on managing and fostering long term strategic relationships with key partners. Ensure all areas of operational responsibility are shaped by key values. Provide an excellent customer service for all the association's residents. Key Accountabilities Contribute to the delivery of the corporate and assets strategy to ensure organisational service direction and strategic objective targets are met. Develop and sustain long term strategic relationships with our key partners in delivering a programme of planned investment and major repairs to create a seamless service with shared value. Lead on embedding and sustaining key values across all national contracts so that values are aligned, and all parties have the opportunity to create social and economic value. Lead on the building and management of sustainable and meaningful partnerships so that our contractors are resilient, and profitable whilst delivering good quality services in the way our customers expect. Assist in the procurement and mobilisation of new contractors and ongoing contract management. Ensure that all services are delivered in accordance with contract terms, KPIs and budgeted spend. Ensure compliance with all relevant policies and procedures to ensure there are no statutory, regulatory or contractual breaches. Responsible for the delivery of national planned investment and major works programmes, to circa XXXk properties. Manage budgets for planned investment and major works. Knowledge / Skills / Experience required Proven experience of developing long term strategic partnerships and embedding key values with stakeholders. Proven experience of project managing multi-disciplined teams across a city-wide geographical area. Proven experience of developing and implementing customer and stakeholder engagement strategies. Highly developed communication skills with experience of presenting to a range of audiences. Proven experience of driving costs down whilst improving economic and social value. Proven experience of managing large capital project budgets specifically within Asset Management, Property Investment and Public Procurement. Highly skilled in assessing information and devising and implementing appropriate solutions. Knowledge of building components and the diagnosis of building defects. Knowledge of building law, regulation, building contracts, contract law and health and safety legislation and best practise. Educated to HND level or equivalent, professional qualification in construction, housing, management or property surveying Hold a relevant management qualification, such as ILM Level 4 in Leadership and Management (desirable) A full UK driving license with the ability to drive as and when required by the business If you would like more information or to apply for this vacancy, please submit your CV, or contact Harvey Baker on (phone number removed) TristoneNash is working as an employment agency on behalf of a client
Client Local Authority in Barking Job Title Resident Engagement Officer Pay Rate 22.54 an hour PAYE/ 29.42 an hour UMBRELLA Hours 35 Hours a week(Mon-Fri) Duration Initial 6 Month Contract Location HYBRID WORKING- 3 Days office based/site visits in Barking Description Job Purpose To deliver a responsive and dynamic resident engagement function across all of the Council's social housing properties. To ensure that housing services meet and exceed the requirements of the Regulator of Social Housing's Transparency Influence and Accountability Consumer Standard, ensuring that as a social landlord the Council takes tenants' views into account and provides relevant information in an accessible form on accessing services and the performance of the housing service. To be responsible for scheduling and delivering on specific programmes and events including awareness-raising campaigns, consultation on specific policies and proposed changes to services, gathering feedback on the quality of services, and measuring residents' satisfaction with housing services. Specific Accountabilities of the Role To engage with tenants and other residents in the Council's housing stock, delivering a full programme of engagement projects and meeting the requirements of the Regulator of Social Housing's Transparency Influence and Accountability Consumer Standard. To organise and facilitate public and online meetings, surveys, surgeries etc. across the borough to capture the views of tenants and to provide a comprehensive set of opportunities for them to make their voices heard and to contribute to the development of housing services. To lead meetings with tenants and residents, ensuring all voices are heard and that follow-up actions are captured and implemented after the meeting, with all attendees advised of progress ( you said, we did') To lead on developing initiatives to increase the participation of a wide range of tenants and leaseholders in all engagement events and activities; to support tenants and residents to take an active part in resident engagement, utilising creative and innovative engagement methods to drive participation. To assist other teams in Housing to collate and present performance information in a way that is accessible and easy to understand, and to provide opportunities for comment and scrutiny on performance as an integral part of the engagement programme. To promote digital inclusion amongst tenants to enable them to engage with LBBD using improved technology; and to enable tenants to take part in engagement activities by more traditional means if necessary. To work closely with other teams in Housing including Housing Management and Asset Management to coordinate tenant engagement activities and ensure that they provide specialist input into the dialogue with tenants about all housing services. To facilitate induction and training programmes for tenants joining the Tenants Scrutiny Panel and other bodies such as recruitment panels or procurement panels, ensuring they are empowered to play a full role in these exercises as the voice of the tenants. Experience: Knowledge of effective community engagement techniques and practices. Knowledge of the Regulator of Social Housing's Transparency Influence and Accountability Consumer Standard for social housing providers Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website.
Jun 12, 2026
Contractor
Client Local Authority in Barking Job Title Resident Engagement Officer Pay Rate 22.54 an hour PAYE/ 29.42 an hour UMBRELLA Hours 35 Hours a week(Mon-Fri) Duration Initial 6 Month Contract Location HYBRID WORKING- 3 Days office based/site visits in Barking Description Job Purpose To deliver a responsive and dynamic resident engagement function across all of the Council's social housing properties. To ensure that housing services meet and exceed the requirements of the Regulator of Social Housing's Transparency Influence and Accountability Consumer Standard, ensuring that as a social landlord the Council takes tenants' views into account and provides relevant information in an accessible form on accessing services and the performance of the housing service. To be responsible for scheduling and delivering on specific programmes and events including awareness-raising campaigns, consultation on specific policies and proposed changes to services, gathering feedback on the quality of services, and measuring residents' satisfaction with housing services. Specific Accountabilities of the Role To engage with tenants and other residents in the Council's housing stock, delivering a full programme of engagement projects and meeting the requirements of the Regulator of Social Housing's Transparency Influence and Accountability Consumer Standard. To organise and facilitate public and online meetings, surveys, surgeries etc. across the borough to capture the views of tenants and to provide a comprehensive set of opportunities for them to make their voices heard and to contribute to the development of housing services. To lead meetings with tenants and residents, ensuring all voices are heard and that follow-up actions are captured and implemented after the meeting, with all attendees advised of progress ( you said, we did') To lead on developing initiatives to increase the participation of a wide range of tenants and leaseholders in all engagement events and activities; to support tenants and residents to take an active part in resident engagement, utilising creative and innovative engagement methods to drive participation. To assist other teams in Housing to collate and present performance information in a way that is accessible and easy to understand, and to provide opportunities for comment and scrutiny on performance as an integral part of the engagement programme. To promote digital inclusion amongst tenants to enable them to engage with LBBD using improved technology; and to enable tenants to take part in engagement activities by more traditional means if necessary. To work closely with other teams in Housing including Housing Management and Asset Management to coordinate tenant engagement activities and ensure that they provide specialist input into the dialogue with tenants about all housing services. To facilitate induction and training programmes for tenants joining the Tenants Scrutiny Panel and other bodies such as recruitment panels or procurement panels, ensuring they are empowered to play a full role in these exercises as the voice of the tenants. Experience: Knowledge of effective community engagement techniques and practices. Knowledge of the Regulator of Social Housing's Transparency Influence and Accountability Consumer Standard for social housing providers Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website.
Job Title: IT and Digital Officer Location: Kendal Part-time 21 hours a week over 3-5 days Our client is seeking an IT and Digital Officer who can support the Head of Facilities and Digital with the maintenance, security, and planning of key IT and digital assets. You will help ensure a safe, functional, cost-effective, and legally compliant environment for staff, volunteers, and visitors. The role combines hands-on IT support, cyber security practices, and digital transformation initiatives, including innovative technology solutions for remote sites and community engagement. Responsibilities Assist with procurement of IT and communications software, hardware, peripherals, and support services to meet organizational requirements. Work alongside external contractors to provide software and hardware support, resolving incidents for staff across the entire trust. Deliver basic staff training on general office equipment, software, and induction to IT and communication systems for new starters. Help secure all digital systems against cyber-attack, including staff awareness of current cyber threats and secure remote access. Maintain secure daily backups of data on computer network file servers and recover information requested by staff and volunteers. Implement preventive measures by checking system logs, applying patches and security updates, and maintaining or upgrading network components. Support digital transformation projects, including webcams for immersive community engagement and tap to donate systems at remote sites. Carry out additional ad hoc tasks for the Head of Facilities and Digital, including membership support and external fundraising activities. Follow organizational policies and procedures, promoting environmentally friendly working practices and high standards of efficiency and customer care. Your Skills Relevant experience or qualification in IT and/or Maths and English GCSE at grade 4 or above, with at least two years in IT support or a similar role. Experience procuring computer hardware and providing IT problem-solving in a mixed hardware, software, and network environment. Good understanding of computer systems, security protocols, and GDPR principles and best practice for handling personal data securely. Hands-on experience diagnosing and resolving hardware, software, and network issues for users with varying technical knowledge levels. Experience managing and supporting Microsoft 365 tools, including Outlook, Teams, SharePoint, OneDrive, Azure and Entra in a business context. Working knowledge of Active Directory user administration, including password resets, account creation, and managing user and group permissions. Experience managing Windows Server environments and Endpoint management solutions to ensure secure, stable, and up-to-date devices. Experience maintaining networking equipment such as routers, switches, and firewalls, ensuring connectivity and appropriate access controls. Ability to maintain privacy and confidentiality, communicate effectively and confidently, and support others in achieving their goals. Capable of working independently and as part of a team, prioritizing multiple tasks, with a full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle desirable. Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website.
Jun 12, 2026
Full time
Job Title: IT and Digital Officer Location: Kendal Part-time 21 hours a week over 3-5 days Our client is seeking an IT and Digital Officer who can support the Head of Facilities and Digital with the maintenance, security, and planning of key IT and digital assets. You will help ensure a safe, functional, cost-effective, and legally compliant environment for staff, volunteers, and visitors. The role combines hands-on IT support, cyber security practices, and digital transformation initiatives, including innovative technology solutions for remote sites and community engagement. Responsibilities Assist with procurement of IT and communications software, hardware, peripherals, and support services to meet organizational requirements. Work alongside external contractors to provide software and hardware support, resolving incidents for staff across the entire trust. Deliver basic staff training on general office equipment, software, and induction to IT and communication systems for new starters. Help secure all digital systems against cyber-attack, including staff awareness of current cyber threats and secure remote access. Maintain secure daily backups of data on computer network file servers and recover information requested by staff and volunteers. Implement preventive measures by checking system logs, applying patches and security updates, and maintaining or upgrading network components. Support digital transformation projects, including webcams for immersive community engagement and tap to donate systems at remote sites. Carry out additional ad hoc tasks for the Head of Facilities and Digital, including membership support and external fundraising activities. Follow organizational policies and procedures, promoting environmentally friendly working practices and high standards of efficiency and customer care. Your Skills Relevant experience or qualification in IT and/or Maths and English GCSE at grade 4 or above, with at least two years in IT support or a similar role. Experience procuring computer hardware and providing IT problem-solving in a mixed hardware, software, and network environment. Good understanding of computer systems, security protocols, and GDPR principles and best practice for handling personal data securely. Hands-on experience diagnosing and resolving hardware, software, and network issues for users with varying technical knowledge levels. Experience managing and supporting Microsoft 365 tools, including Outlook, Teams, SharePoint, OneDrive, Azure and Entra in a business context. Working knowledge of Active Directory user administration, including password resets, account creation, and managing user and group permissions. Experience managing Windows Server environments and Endpoint management solutions to ensure secure, stable, and up-to-date devices. Experience maintaining networking equipment such as routers, switches, and firewalls, ensuring connectivity and appropriate access controls. Ability to maintain privacy and confidentiality, communicate effectively and confidently, and support others in achieving their goals. Capable of working independently and as part of a team, prioritizing multiple tasks, with a full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle desirable. Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website.
We are working with a registered social landlord, who are recruiting a Planned Investment Manager to lead the delivery of a range of projects within capital programmes, from inception through to completion. The postholder will support the effective monitoring and reporting of spend, progress and risks across the delivery of the capital programme, escalating issues as required to the executive management team. You will be overseeing the delivery of the Surveying Team, managing one-off and specialist contracts and oversee the delivery of large adaptation work, legal disrepair, large one-off projects, decent homes, retrofit and decarbonisation activities. You will be the lead Officer in Contract Management for Planned Works from design, procurement, delivery, and implementation and be responsible for CDM compliance for the team. The post holder will be responsible for the work of more junior colleagues providing support on specific projects and the work of appointed project managers and external consultants. This will also include Regulatory and professional bodies; contractors and consultants; tenants/leaseholders; and voluntary and community groups and members of the public. Role Purpose Operational lead for the organisation's delivery of the annual programme of planned investment, component replacements, damp & mould remedial works, Compliance, and other associated major works. Operational lead on managing and fostering long term strategic relationships with key partners. Ensure all areas of operational responsibility are shaped by key values. Provide an excellent customer service for all the association's residents. Key Accountabilities Contribute to the delivery of the corporate and assets strategy to ensure organisational service direction and strategic objective targets are met. Develop and sustain long term strategic relationships with our key partners in delivering a programme of planned investment and major repairs to create a seamless service with shared value. Lead on embedding and sustaining key values across all national contracts so that values are aligned, and all parties have the opportunity to create social and economic value. Lead on the building and management of sustainable and meaningful partnerships so that our contractors are resilient, and profitable whilst delivering good quality services in the way our customers expect. Assist in the procurement and mobilisation of new contractors and ongoing contract management. Ensure that all services are delivered in accordance with contract terms, KPIs and budgeted spend. Ensure compliance with all relevant policies and procedures to ensure there are no statutory, regulatory or contractual breaches. Responsible for the delivery of national planned investment and major works programmes, to circa XXXk properties. Manage budgets for planned investment and major works. Knowledge / Skills / Experience required Proven experience of developing long term strategic partnerships and embedding key values with stakeholders. Proven experience of project managing multi-disciplined teams across a city-wide geographical area. Proven experience of developing and implementing customer and stakeholder engagement strategies. Highly developed communication skills with experience of presenting to a range of audiences. Proven experience of driving costs down whilst improving economic and social value. Proven experience of managing large capital project budgets specifically within Asset Management, Property Investment and Public Procurement. Highly skilled in assessing information and devising and implementing appropriate solutions. Knowledge of building components and the diagnosis of building defects. Knowledge of building law, regulation, building contracts, contract law and health and safety legislation and best practise. Educated to HND level or equivalent, professional qualification in construction, housing, management or property surveying Hold a relevant management qualification, such as ILM Level 4 in Leadership and Management (desirable) A full UK driving license with the ability to drive as and when required by the business If you would like more information or to apply for this vacancy, please submit your CV, or contact Harvey Baker on (phone number removed) TristoneNash is working as an employment agency on behalf of a client
Jun 12, 2026
Full time
We are working with a registered social landlord, who are recruiting a Planned Investment Manager to lead the delivery of a range of projects within capital programmes, from inception through to completion. The postholder will support the effective monitoring and reporting of spend, progress and risks across the delivery of the capital programme, escalating issues as required to the executive management team. You will be overseeing the delivery of the Surveying Team, managing one-off and specialist contracts and oversee the delivery of large adaptation work, legal disrepair, large one-off projects, decent homes, retrofit and decarbonisation activities. You will be the lead Officer in Contract Management for Planned Works from design, procurement, delivery, and implementation and be responsible for CDM compliance for the team. The post holder will be responsible for the work of more junior colleagues providing support on specific projects and the work of appointed project managers and external consultants. This will also include Regulatory and professional bodies; contractors and consultants; tenants/leaseholders; and voluntary and community groups and members of the public. Role Purpose Operational lead for the organisation's delivery of the annual programme of planned investment, component replacements, damp & mould remedial works, Compliance, and other associated major works. Operational lead on managing and fostering long term strategic relationships with key partners. Ensure all areas of operational responsibility are shaped by key values. Provide an excellent customer service for all the association's residents. Key Accountabilities Contribute to the delivery of the corporate and assets strategy to ensure organisational service direction and strategic objective targets are met. Develop and sustain long term strategic relationships with our key partners in delivering a programme of planned investment and major repairs to create a seamless service with shared value. Lead on embedding and sustaining key values across all national contracts so that values are aligned, and all parties have the opportunity to create social and economic value. Lead on the building and management of sustainable and meaningful partnerships so that our contractors are resilient, and profitable whilst delivering good quality services in the way our customers expect. Assist in the procurement and mobilisation of new contractors and ongoing contract management. Ensure that all services are delivered in accordance with contract terms, KPIs and budgeted spend. Ensure compliance with all relevant policies and procedures to ensure there are no statutory, regulatory or contractual breaches. Responsible for the delivery of national planned investment and major works programmes, to circa XXXk properties. Manage budgets for planned investment and major works. Knowledge / Skills / Experience required Proven experience of developing long term strategic partnerships and embedding key values with stakeholders. Proven experience of project managing multi-disciplined teams across a city-wide geographical area. Proven experience of developing and implementing customer and stakeholder engagement strategies. Highly developed communication skills with experience of presenting to a range of audiences. Proven experience of driving costs down whilst improving economic and social value. Proven experience of managing large capital project budgets specifically within Asset Management, Property Investment and Public Procurement. Highly skilled in assessing information and devising and implementing appropriate solutions. Knowledge of building components and the diagnosis of building defects. Knowledge of building law, regulation, building contracts, contract law and health and safety legislation and best practise. Educated to HND level or equivalent, professional qualification in construction, housing, management or property surveying Hold a relevant management qualification, such as ILM Level 4 in Leadership and Management (desirable) A full UK driving license with the ability to drive as and when required by the business If you would like more information or to apply for this vacancy, please submit your CV, or contact Harvey Baker on (phone number removed) TristoneNash is working as an employment agency on behalf of a client
Accommodation Placement Manager Location: East London Rate: £46.87 per hour Umbrella Contract: 3-Month Ongoing Contract Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am - 5:00pm Working Pattern: Hybrid - Minimum 2 Days in the Office / 3 Days Working from Home Key Responsibilities Lead and manage a team of Accommodation Placement Officers delivering a high-quality operational service. Oversee the placement of homeless households into all forms of temporary accommodation. Ensure the Council meets and discharges its statutory duties under homelessness legislation. Manage accommodation placements into: Temporary Accommodation Private Rented Sector Offers In-house Acquired Properties Local Space Schemes More Homes Initiatives Private Sector Leasing Schemes Capital Letters and other accommodation initiatives Ensure effective utilisation of accommodation stock and minimise void periods. Manage nomination processes and ensure contractual timescales are achieved. Monitor accommodation availability and demand to maximise placement opportunities. Implement effective processes to reduce costs through prompt cancellation of unused bookings. Ensure accurate casework, placement records and financial information are maintained. Produce performance reports, management information and service analysis. Develop and maintain strong relationships with accommodation providers, landlords and partner organisations. Drive continuous improvement across placement processes and service delivery. Essential Experience Significant experience within homelessness, temporary accommodation or housing needs services. Experience managing accommodation placement teams within a local authority setting. Strong knowledge of homelessness legislation and statutory housing duties. Experience managing temporary accommodation portfolios and placement services. Proven ability to manage voids, nominations and accommodation utilisation. Experience working with private rented sector accommodation and housing providers. Strong understanding of housing procurement and accommodation supply initiatives. Experience managing budgets, financial controls and cost reduction initiatives. Knowledge & Skills Excellent understanding of Housing Act 1996 Part VII and Homelessness Reduction Act 2017. Strong leadership and staff management skills. Excellent stakeholder engagement and partnership working abilities. Strong performance management and reporting experience. Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-demand housing environment. Excellent communication, negotiation and problem-solving skills. If you have a proven background in homelessness services, temporary accommodation management and leading housing placement teams within a local authority environment, we'd be keen to hear from you.
Jun 12, 2026
Seasonal
Accommodation Placement Manager Location: East London Rate: £46.87 per hour Umbrella Contract: 3-Month Ongoing Contract Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am - 5:00pm Working Pattern: Hybrid - Minimum 2 Days in the Office / 3 Days Working from Home Key Responsibilities Lead and manage a team of Accommodation Placement Officers delivering a high-quality operational service. Oversee the placement of homeless households into all forms of temporary accommodation. Ensure the Council meets and discharges its statutory duties under homelessness legislation. Manage accommodation placements into: Temporary Accommodation Private Rented Sector Offers In-house Acquired Properties Local Space Schemes More Homes Initiatives Private Sector Leasing Schemes Capital Letters and other accommodation initiatives Ensure effective utilisation of accommodation stock and minimise void periods. Manage nomination processes and ensure contractual timescales are achieved. Monitor accommodation availability and demand to maximise placement opportunities. Implement effective processes to reduce costs through prompt cancellation of unused bookings. Ensure accurate casework, placement records and financial information are maintained. Produce performance reports, management information and service analysis. Develop and maintain strong relationships with accommodation providers, landlords and partner organisations. Drive continuous improvement across placement processes and service delivery. Essential Experience Significant experience within homelessness, temporary accommodation or housing needs services. Experience managing accommodation placement teams within a local authority setting. Strong knowledge of homelessness legislation and statutory housing duties. Experience managing temporary accommodation portfolios and placement services. Proven ability to manage voids, nominations and accommodation utilisation. Experience working with private rented sector accommodation and housing providers. Strong understanding of housing procurement and accommodation supply initiatives. Experience managing budgets, financial controls and cost reduction initiatives. Knowledge & Skills Excellent understanding of Housing Act 1996 Part VII and Homelessness Reduction Act 2017. Strong leadership and staff management skills. Excellent stakeholder engagement and partnership working abilities. Strong performance management and reporting experience. Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-demand housing environment. Excellent communication, negotiation and problem-solving skills. If you have a proven background in homelessness services, temporary accommodation management and leading housing placement teams within a local authority environment, we'd be keen to hear from you.
