Private Companies Tax Associate Director - Big 4 Firm London / Cambridge Hybrid £80,000 - £100,000 + £6,700 cash allowance + bonus + benefits I am working with a leading Big 4 firm that is looking to hire a Corporate Tax Associate Director into its growing Private Companies team. This is a senior opportunity for someone with strong UK corporate tax experience who wants to advise privately owned, founder-led, family-owned, PE-backed and high-growth businesses across a broad range of advisory and compliance matters. The team works with ambitious private businesses through key stages of their lifecycle, including organic growth, international expansion, acquisitions, refinancings, restructurings, carve-outs, disposals, PE investment, trade sales and IPO readiness. As an Associate Director, you will take a lead role in managing client relationships, delivering complex corporate tax projects, identifying advisory opportunities and supporting the continued growth of the team. The role will involve providing technical advice across areas such as international expansion, due diligence, acquisition structuring, post-acquisition integration, exit planning, group reorganisations, refinancings, corporate simplification and tax reporting. You will also coordinate input from wider tax specialists across VAT, employment taxes, incentives, international tax and other areas, ensuring clients receive joined-up advice across the full tax landscape. This would suit someone with UK corporate tax experience gained in compliance, advisory, transactions or a mixed role. Experience with privately owned, owner-managed, family-owned, PE-backed or entrepreneurial businesses would be particularly relevant. You should be commercially minded, confident leading client relationships, comfortable managing senior stakeholders and able to oversee multiple projects and teams at once. At this level, you will also play an important role in developing junior team members, supporting business development activity and working closely with Partners and Directors across the wider private business tax network. CTA, ACA, ACCA or equivalent experience would be highly relevant. This is a strong move for someone who wants a broad senior corporate tax role with excellent advisory exposure, direct client ownership, clear progression potential and the platform of a major Big 4 firm. Apply now or get in touch for a confidential conversation. As an employer, we are committed to ensuring the representation of people from all backgrounds regardless of their gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, race, religion, ethnicity, age, neurodiversity, disability status, or any other aspect which makes them unique. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds to apply and would encourage you to let us know if there are steps, we can take to ensure that your recruitment process enables you to present yourself in a way that makes you comfortable.
Jun 11, 2026
Full time
Private Companies Tax Associate Director - Big 4 Firm London / Cambridge Hybrid £80,000 - £100,000 + £6,700 cash allowance + bonus + benefits I am working with a leading Big 4 firm that is looking to hire a Corporate Tax Associate Director into its growing Private Companies team. This is a senior opportunity for someone with strong UK corporate tax experience who wants to advise privately owned, founder-led, family-owned, PE-backed and high-growth businesses across a broad range of advisory and compliance matters. The team works with ambitious private businesses through key stages of their lifecycle, including organic growth, international expansion, acquisitions, refinancings, restructurings, carve-outs, disposals, PE investment, trade sales and IPO readiness. As an Associate Director, you will take a lead role in managing client relationships, delivering complex corporate tax projects, identifying advisory opportunities and supporting the continued growth of the team. The role will involve providing technical advice across areas such as international expansion, due diligence, acquisition structuring, post-acquisition integration, exit planning, group reorganisations, refinancings, corporate simplification and tax reporting. You will also coordinate input from wider tax specialists across VAT, employment taxes, incentives, international tax and other areas, ensuring clients receive joined-up advice across the full tax landscape. This would suit someone with UK corporate tax experience gained in compliance, advisory, transactions or a mixed role. Experience with privately owned, owner-managed, family-owned, PE-backed or entrepreneurial businesses would be particularly relevant. You should be commercially minded, confident leading client relationships, comfortable managing senior stakeholders and able to oversee multiple projects and teams at once. At this level, you will also play an important role in developing junior team members, supporting business development activity and working closely with Partners and Directors across the wider private business tax network. CTA, ACA, ACCA or equivalent experience would be highly relevant. This is a strong move for someone who wants a broad senior corporate tax role with excellent advisory exposure, direct client ownership, clear progression potential and the platform of a major Big 4 firm. Apply now or get in touch for a confidential conversation. As an employer, we are committed to ensuring the representation of people from all backgrounds regardless of their gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, race, religion, ethnicity, age, neurodiversity, disability status, or any other aspect which makes them unique. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds to apply and would encourage you to let us know if there are steps, we can take to ensure that your recruitment process enables you to present yourself in a way that makes you comfortable.
Director of Technology Consulting (Defence sector) Due to continued rapid growth, a industry leading technology consultancy are seeking a Director of Technology Consulting to play a key role in the next phase of their consulting practice expansion. Reporting to the CTO leading the team, this is a senior leadership position combining strategic oversight with hands-on delivery. You will act as the quality gate across the practice, ensuring consistently high standards across all client engagements and serving as the final sign-off point for key deliverables, including board reports, technical assessments and IT due diligence outputs. You will also provide structured oversight across engagements, monitoring timelines, budgets, risks and delivery against agreed outcomes. About the Role Alongside practice leadership, you will lead and deliver complex consulting assignments end-to-end, working directly with senior stakeholders to shape technology strategy and drive digital transformation. Their core service lines include software development, systems specification and selection, IT Due Diligence (ITDD), and project and programme leadership. While not a pure sales role, you will play an important part in strengthening client relationships, identifying follow-on opportunities and supporting the CTO in securing new work through credibility, insight and outstanding delivery. Key responsibilities include: Acting as the quality assurance lead and final sign-off for major client deliverables Maintaining delivery standards, governance and best practice across the consulting team Overseeing engagement performance, including budgets, timelines and risk management Leading and delivering client engagements across digital and technology transformation Coaching and developing consultants within the team Growing existing client relationships and shaping follow-on engagements Supporting proposal development and contributing to winning new work About You Significant experience in a technology consulting leadership is a real bonus Very strong and recent hands on experience in software development, dev ops or data engineering. Strong real-world experience delivering complex projects and programmes, with clear governance and stakeholder management A track record of producing high-quality executive reports and presenting to senior stakeholders Experience leading teams and acting as a quality assurance or sign-off point for deliverables Exceptional written communication skills, with the ability to produce clear, evidence-based recommendations Outstanding verbal communication skills, able to challenge constructively, facilitate workshops and influence at all levels Strong commercial judgement, with the ability to scope engagements effectively, manage expectations and deliver measurable value You will need a very strong academic background with a minimum 2:1 from a top tier University and ideally a Masters or similar. Great training and career development opportunities exist for the right candidate. Based Bristol / Remote Basic salary (phone number removed) + bonus + benefits
Jun 10, 2026
Full time
Director of Technology Consulting (Defence sector) Due to continued rapid growth, a industry leading technology consultancy are seeking a Director of Technology Consulting to play a key role in the next phase of their consulting practice expansion. Reporting to the CTO leading the team, this is a senior leadership position combining strategic oversight with hands-on delivery. You will act as the quality gate across the practice, ensuring consistently high standards across all client engagements and serving as the final sign-off point for key deliverables, including board reports, technical assessments and IT due diligence outputs. You will also provide structured oversight across engagements, monitoring timelines, budgets, risks and delivery against agreed outcomes. About the Role Alongside practice leadership, you will lead and deliver complex consulting assignments end-to-end, working directly with senior stakeholders to shape technology strategy and drive digital transformation. Their core service lines include software development, systems specification and selection, IT Due Diligence (ITDD), and project and programme leadership. While not a pure sales role, you will play an important part in strengthening client relationships, identifying follow-on opportunities and supporting the CTO in securing new work through credibility, insight and outstanding delivery. Key responsibilities include: Acting as the quality assurance lead and final sign-off for major client deliverables Maintaining delivery standards, governance and best practice across the consulting team Overseeing engagement performance, including budgets, timelines and risk management Leading and delivering client engagements across digital and technology transformation Coaching and developing consultants within the team Growing existing client relationships and shaping follow-on engagements Supporting proposal development and contributing to winning new work About You Significant experience in a technology consulting leadership is a real bonus Very strong and recent hands on experience in software development, dev ops or data engineering. Strong real-world experience delivering complex projects and programmes, with clear governance and stakeholder management A track record of producing high-quality executive reports and presenting to senior stakeholders Experience leading teams and acting as a quality assurance or sign-off point for deliverables Exceptional written communication skills, with the ability to produce clear, evidence-based recommendations Outstanding verbal communication skills, able to challenge constructively, facilitate workshops and influence at all levels Strong commercial judgement, with the ability to scope engagements effectively, manage expectations and deliver measurable value You will need a very strong academic background with a minimum 2:1 from a top tier University and ideally a Masters or similar. Great training and career development opportunities exist for the right candidate. Based Bristol / Remote Basic salary (phone number removed) + bonus + benefits
Head of Fundraising and Brand Salary: £55,000 - £60,000 (subject to experience) Contract: Permanent Working pattern: Full time, 9am-5pm Monday-Friday, 3-4 days in the office, or on site at projects in prison or in the community. Location: Our Head Office is in Herne Hill, SE24 London (7 min walk from Herne Hill station). Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, so early applications are encouraged. The closing date is Monday 22nd June, 9am. About The Clink Charity The Clink Charity, founded in 2009, aims to prevent and reduce reoffending through training, reintegration, and support. We deliver hospitality and horticulture training behind the prison walls and in the community by creating an environment where our students are supported to gain the skills, confidence and qualifications they need to rebuild their lives. Since that time, we have trained approximately 5,000 people in prison and delivered 2,600 City & Guilds qualifications in a variety of hospitality and food courses. What makes The Clink so unique is our post-release support and mentoring programme that reintegrates an offender back into society through assistance with health and mental health issues, housing, employment, family connections and friendships. The charity operates an award-winning fine-dining restaurant open to the public inside HMP Brixton, training kitchens in the prison estate, horticulture projects at HMP Send and HMP Erlestoke, a commercial bakery in Brixton, and a bespoke delivery service, Catered by Clink. Additionally, Clink Events is our social enterprise catering business with food produced by the women in HMP Downview and also in an additional kitchen at Herne Hill and then served by alumni on front of house at some of the best venues in London including: the Guildhall, the Science Museum, Cutty Sark, Kew Gardens and the Camden Roundhouse. In 2025, across 239 events, The Clink fed 43,000 people. More information can be found on our website and social media channels. About The Role Our Head of Fundraising & Brand is a vital leadership role within The Clink Charity, responsible for securing the income, profile and partnerships needed to sustain and grow our life-changing work. This is a broad and influential role, providing strategic leadership across fundraising, communications, marketing and brand. Working within our portfolio of prison and community-based projects, the postholder will help ensure that The Clink's impact is communicated in a compelling and consistent way to funders, supporters, partners and the wider public, while developing sustainable income streams to support our long-term ambitions. Building on The Clink's strong reputation and proven impact, the Head of Fundraising & Brand will lead the development and delivery of a fundraising and communications strategy that extends beyond grants to encompass major donors, corporate partnerships, individual giving, events and other income opportunities. Through powerful storytelling, audience growth and brand development, they will increase awareness of our work, strengthen engagement with key stakeholders and create new opportunities for fundraising, partnerships and commercial income generation. Working closely with the Chief Executive, Director of Finance & Resources and senior leadership team, the postholder will lead and develop a talented fundraising and marketing team, cultivate strategic relationships and identify new opportunities for growth and collaboration. As The Clink continues to expand its reintegration, training and employment programmes, this role will play a central part in securing the resources needed to support that growth, strengthen our brand and increase engagement with our mission to reduce reoffending. If you are a strategic and ambitious fundraising leader with a track record of generating income, building partnerships and inspiring teams, and are passionate about creating meaningful social change, we would love to hear from you. A Little About You You could be a great fit for our Head of Fundraising & Brand role if you are an ambitious and strategic leader with experience of developing fundraising strategies, growing income and building organisational profile. Perhaps you've led fundraising within a charity, developed successful partnerships, secured major grants, or overseen marketing and communications activity that has strengthened a brand, increased audience engagement and generated growth in income through fundraising, commercial activity or the sale of products and services. You may have built your career in fundraising, communications, marketing or business development, but you'll have a strong understanding of how these disciplines work together to generate support, attract funding, grow audiences and drive sustainable income. You'll be comfortable developing strategy, building relationships and translating organisational impact into compelling stories that inspire funders, partners, customers and supporters. We welcome applications from experienced professionals who are ready to lead a talented team, shape the future direction of fundraising and brand development at The Clink Charity, and play a key role in our continued growth. Most importantly, you'll be passionate about our mission and motivated by the opportunity to transform lives, reduce reoffending and create second chances Key Responsibilities Fundraising and Income Generation: Develop and deliver a multi-stream fundraising strategy that supports The Clink Charity's growth and long-term sustainability. Use brand identity to drive sales. Lead income generation activity across trusts and foundations, corporate partnerships, individual giving, events and other fundraising streams. Use communications to create income from marketing of our commercial products and services e.g. bakery, restaurant, café, events. Build and manage a strong fundraising pipeline, identifying and securing new funding opportunities and strategic partnerships Monitor fundraising performance, ensuring targets are achieved and opportunities and risks are proactively managed. Brand, Marketing and Communications: Lead the development and delivery of a compelling brand and communications strategy. Ensure The Clink's impact, mission and outcomes are communicated effectively to supporters, funders, partners and the wider public. Oversee marketing campaigns, digital engagement and communications activity that strengthen the charity's profile and support income generation. Champion a consistent and impactful organisational brand across all channels. Leadership and Team Development: Lead, motivate and develop a high-performing fundraising, marketing and communications team. Create a culture of accountability, collaboration and continuous improvement. Support the development of fundraising and marketing capability across the wider organisation. Strategic Leadership: Contribute to the strategic direction and future development of The Clink Charity. Work closely with colleagues across operational and support functions to align fundraising and brand activity with organisational priorities. Represent the charity externally with funders, partners, supporters and other key stakeholders. Ensure compliance with fundraising regulations, best practice and organisational policies. Person Specification Essential: Significant experience in fundraising, income generation and fundraising strategy development. A proven track record of delivering sustainable income growth across multiple fundraising streams. Experience of developing and implementing successful fundraising plans, campaigns and income-generation initiatives. Experience of leading or overseeing brand, marketing and communications activity, including the development of organisational messaging and audience engagement strategies Strong understanding of how fundraising, brand, marketing and communications can work together to increase income, profile and supporter engagement. Experience of leading, motivating and developing high-performing teams. Excellent stakeholder engagement and relationship-building skills, with the ability to influence and inspire a wide range of audiences. Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to develop compelling cases for support and communicate organisational impact effectively. Strong planning, organisational and project management skills. Experience of using data, insight and performance metrics to inform decision-making and drive improvement. A commitment to the mission, values and objectives of The Clink Charity. Desirable: Experience within the charity, social enterprise or not-for-profit sector Experience of working with senior leadership teams, trustees or boards. Experience of corporate partnership development, major donor fundraising or philanthropy. Experience of managing digital marketing, audience development or supporter engagement activity. Understanding of rehabilitation, employability, education or the criminal justice sector. Membership of a relevant professional body such as the Chartered Institute of Fundraising or the Chartered Institute of Marketing. Personal Attributes: . click apply for full job details
Jun 09, 2026
Full time
Head of Fundraising and Brand Salary: £55,000 - £60,000 (subject to experience) Contract: Permanent Working pattern: Full time, 9am-5pm Monday-Friday, 3-4 days in the office, or on site at projects in prison or in the community. Location: Our Head Office is in Herne Hill, SE24 London (7 min walk from Herne Hill station). Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, so early applications are encouraged. The closing date is Monday 22nd June, 9am. About The Clink Charity The Clink Charity, founded in 2009, aims to prevent and reduce reoffending through training, reintegration, and support. We deliver hospitality and horticulture training behind the prison walls and in the community by creating an environment where our students are supported to gain the skills, confidence and qualifications they need to rebuild their lives. Since that time, we have trained approximately 5,000 people in prison and delivered 2,600 City & Guilds qualifications in a variety of hospitality and food courses. What makes The Clink so unique is our post-release support and mentoring programme that reintegrates an offender back into society through assistance with health and mental health issues, housing, employment, family connections and friendships. The charity operates an award-winning fine-dining restaurant open to the public inside HMP Brixton, training kitchens in the prison estate, horticulture projects at HMP Send and HMP Erlestoke, a commercial bakery in Brixton, and a bespoke delivery service, Catered by Clink. Additionally, Clink Events is our social enterprise catering business with food produced by the women in HMP Downview and also in an additional kitchen at Herne Hill and then served by alumni on front of house at some of the best venues in London including: the Guildhall, the Science Museum, Cutty Sark, Kew Gardens and the Camden Roundhouse. In 2025, across 239 events, The Clink fed 43,000 people. More information can be found on our website and social media channels. About The Role Our Head of Fundraising & Brand is a vital leadership role within The Clink Charity, responsible for securing the income, profile and partnerships needed to sustain and grow our life-changing work. This is a broad and influential role, providing strategic leadership across fundraising, communications, marketing and brand. Working within our portfolio of prison and community-based projects, the postholder will help ensure that The Clink's impact is communicated in a compelling and consistent way to funders, supporters, partners and the wider public, while developing sustainable income streams to support our long-term ambitions. Building on The Clink's strong reputation and proven impact, the Head of Fundraising & Brand will lead the development and delivery of a fundraising and communications strategy that extends beyond grants to encompass major donors, corporate partnerships, individual giving, events and other income opportunities. Through powerful storytelling, audience growth and brand development, they will increase awareness of our work, strengthen engagement with key stakeholders and create new opportunities for fundraising, partnerships and commercial income generation. Working closely with the Chief Executive, Director of Finance & Resources and senior leadership team, the postholder will lead and develop a talented fundraising and marketing team, cultivate strategic relationships and identify new opportunities for growth and collaboration. As The Clink continues to expand its reintegration, training and employment programmes, this role will play a central part in securing the resources needed to support that growth, strengthen our brand and increase engagement with our mission to reduce reoffending. If you are a strategic and ambitious fundraising leader with a track record of generating income, building partnerships and inspiring teams, and are passionate about creating meaningful social change, we would love to hear from you. A Little About You You could be a great fit for our Head of Fundraising & Brand role if you are an ambitious and strategic leader with experience of developing fundraising strategies, growing income and building organisational profile. Perhaps you've led fundraising within a charity, developed successful partnerships, secured major grants, or overseen marketing and communications activity that has strengthened a brand, increased audience engagement and generated growth in income through fundraising, commercial activity or the sale of products and services. You may have built your career in fundraising, communications, marketing or business development, but you'll have a strong understanding of how these disciplines work together to generate support, attract funding, grow audiences and drive sustainable income. You'll be comfortable developing strategy, building relationships and translating organisational impact into compelling stories that inspire funders, partners, customers and supporters. We welcome applications from experienced professionals who are ready to lead a talented team, shape the future direction of fundraising and brand development at The Clink Charity, and play a key role in our continued growth. Most importantly, you'll be passionate about our mission and motivated by the opportunity to transform lives, reduce reoffending and create second chances Key Responsibilities Fundraising and Income Generation: Develop and deliver a multi-stream fundraising strategy that supports The Clink Charity's growth and long-term sustainability. Use brand identity to drive sales. Lead income generation activity across trusts and foundations, corporate partnerships, individual giving, events and other fundraising streams. Use communications to create income from marketing of our commercial products and services e.g. bakery, restaurant, café, events. Build and manage a strong fundraising pipeline, identifying and securing new funding opportunities and strategic partnerships Monitor fundraising performance, ensuring targets are achieved and opportunities and risks are proactively managed. Brand, Marketing and Communications: Lead the development and delivery of a compelling brand and communications strategy. Ensure The Clink's impact, mission and outcomes are communicated effectively to supporters, funders, partners and the wider public. Oversee marketing campaigns, digital engagement and communications activity that strengthen the charity's profile and support income generation. Champion a consistent and impactful organisational brand across all channels. Leadership and Team Development: Lead, motivate and develop a high-performing fundraising, marketing and communications team. Create a culture of accountability, collaboration and continuous improvement. Support the development of fundraising and marketing capability across the wider organisation. Strategic Leadership: Contribute to the strategic direction and future development of The Clink Charity. Work closely with colleagues across operational and support functions to align fundraising and brand activity with organisational priorities. Represent the charity externally with funders, partners, supporters and other key stakeholders. Ensure compliance with fundraising regulations, best practice and organisational policies. Person Specification Essential: Significant experience in fundraising, income generation and fundraising strategy development. A proven track record of delivering sustainable income growth across multiple fundraising streams. Experience of developing and implementing successful fundraising plans, campaigns and income-generation initiatives. Experience of leading or overseeing brand, marketing and communications activity, including the development of organisational messaging and audience engagement strategies Strong understanding of how fundraising, brand, marketing and communications can work together to increase income, profile and supporter engagement. Experience of leading, motivating and developing high-performing teams. Excellent stakeholder engagement and relationship-building skills, with the ability to influence and inspire a wide range of audiences. Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to develop compelling cases for support and communicate organisational impact effectively. Strong planning, organisational and project management skills. Experience of using data, insight and performance metrics to inform decision-making and drive improvement. A commitment to the mission, values and objectives of The Clink Charity. Desirable: Experience within the charity, social enterprise or not-for-profit sector Experience of working with senior leadership teams, trustees or boards. Experience of corporate partnership development, major donor fundraising or philanthropy. Experience of managing digital marketing, audience development or supporter engagement activity. Understanding of rehabilitation, employability, education or the criminal justice sector. Membership of a relevant professional body such as the Chartered Institute of Fundraising or the Chartered Institute of Marketing. Personal Attributes: . click apply for full job details
Job Title: Sales Director Department: Lift & Escalator (Sales) Location: South East England / Essex Head Office Reporting to: Chief Operations Officer & Chief Executive Officer Key Relationships: Sales Team, Service and Repair team, Major Works and Projects team, Admin team, and existing clients The information below outlines the role and responsibilities. It provides a general overview of main purposes and is not exhaustive. You may be required to perform additional duties to uphold high business standards. This description may be updated periodically to reflect company needs. Industry: Lift & Escalator Role Purpose: Lead, manage, develop, and recruit the Sales Team while nurturing current and potential client relationships. Define and execute strategies to enhance business opportunities aligned with company goals. Key Responsibilities: Provide direct line management and leadership to the Sales Team, ensuring pricing accuracy, margin growth at sale, and seamless handover processes to Major Works and Service & Repair teams. Build a new client base for tendering major and prestigious UK projects. Oversee team activities and personnel issues, including one-to-ones and performance reviews to meet KPIs and targets. Develop and lead a unified marketing strategy with the team to elevate the Group's reputation and service awareness. Serve as primary contact for key accounts; drive opportunity development to increase share of wallet and add high-margin clients. As a Senior Management Team (SMT) member, attend monthly meetings to report progress, status, support needs, and investment requirements. Collaborate with CEO and COO to set and assess annual sales targets. Design and launch sales campaigns, analysing market needs, returns, margins, and delivery processes. Set, track, and evaluate individual sales targets. Ensure full compliance with legislation, industry standards, solicitation, and anti-collusion policies; foster a compliance-focused culture. Own the tender process (consolidation, preparation, pricing, RFIs) for Service & Repair and Major Works, refining formats and details. Analyse portfolio for loss-making contracts, density gaps, margin opportunities, and action plans. Support Major Works and Service teams on handovers for seamless client transitions and profitability protection. Cultivate relationships with new clients for sustainable growth. Define and manage client onboarding, including critical path mapping, clear communications, and portal training for operational/financial terms. Review contracts for improvements; secure Legal Counsel and MD approval before implementing T&C updates. Help define CRM enhancements for sales tracking, pipeline management, and alignment with operational systems.
Jun 09, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Sales Director Department: Lift & Escalator (Sales) Location: South East England / Essex Head Office Reporting to: Chief Operations Officer & Chief Executive Officer Key Relationships: Sales Team, Service and Repair team, Major Works and Projects team, Admin team, and existing clients The information below outlines the role and responsibilities. It provides a general overview of main purposes and is not exhaustive. You may be required to perform additional duties to uphold high business standards. This description may be updated periodically to reflect company needs. Industry: Lift & Escalator Role Purpose: Lead, manage, develop, and recruit the Sales Team while nurturing current and potential client relationships. Define and execute strategies to enhance business opportunities aligned with company goals. Key Responsibilities: Provide direct line management and leadership to the Sales Team, ensuring pricing accuracy, margin growth at sale, and seamless handover processes to Major Works and Service & Repair teams. Build a new client base for tendering major and prestigious UK projects. Oversee team activities and personnel issues, including one-to-ones and performance reviews to meet KPIs and targets. Develop and lead a unified marketing strategy with the team to elevate the Group's reputation and service awareness. Serve as primary contact for key accounts; drive opportunity development to increase share of wallet and add high-margin clients. As a Senior Management Team (SMT) member, attend monthly meetings to report progress, status, support needs, and investment requirements. Collaborate with CEO and COO to set and assess annual sales targets. Design and launch sales campaigns, analysing market needs, returns, margins, and delivery processes. Set, track, and evaluate individual sales targets. Ensure full compliance with legislation, industry standards, solicitation, and anti-collusion policies; foster a compliance-focused culture. Own the tender process (consolidation, preparation, pricing, RFIs) for Service & Repair and Major Works, refining formats and details. Analyse portfolio for loss-making contracts, density gaps, margin opportunities, and action plans. Support Major Works and Service teams on handovers for seamless client transitions and profitability protection. Cultivate relationships with new clients for sustainable growth. Define and manage client onboarding, including critical path mapping, clear communications, and portal training for operational/financial terms. Review contracts for improvements; secure Legal Counsel and MD approval before implementing T&C updates. Help define CRM enhancements for sales tracking, pipeline management, and alignment with operational systems.
Job Title: Sales Executive / Business Development Executive Location: Solihull (with regional travel) Salary: £32,000 £35,000 per annum + Results-Based Bonus Scheme Benefits: Company Car, Laptop, Mobile Phone, Full Product & Market Training, Clear Career Progression About the Role Are you a driven sales professional looking to transition your career into a high-growth, stable sector? We are recruiting for a market-leading surfacing contractor that designs and installs safety surfacing across the play, sports, and recreation sectors. Serving a diverse client base including Local Authorities, Town & Parish Councils, Schools, and major Housing Developers this role offers an excellent pipeline of business development opportunities. Whether you are looking to step away from weekend estate agency hours, move into technical solution sales from a housebuilder, or leverage an existing landscaping/surfacing or play sector background, full product and market training will be provided. You will initially attend joint client meetings to learn the ropes, understand customer needs, and master the proposal process. Key Responsibilities Account Development: Nurture and expand relationships with an existing customer base to unlock new business. New Business Targeting: Promote the company s range of construction-related surfacing solutions and installation services to new-build developers, educational bodies, and local authorities. Territory Growth: Manage and investigate new opportunities within your designated area to drive consistent sales growth. Project Delivery: Listen to client requirements, generate accurate solution quotes, and follow projects through from order confirmation to final site handover. What We Are Looking For We are highly open to transferable skills. To be considered, you should bring relatable sales experience from at least one of the following areas: Property & Construction: Experience working for an Estate Agent or Housebuilder selling new-build properties, or selling related construction products. Sector-Relevant Sales: Experience within the surfacing, landscaping, play equipment, or playground sectors. Technical Sales: A proven track record in B2B solution or technical sales roles, with the ability to absorb technical details and explain their commercial benefits. Drive & Passion: A high-energy professional who brings fresh ideas and enthusiasm to an ambitious, expanding business. Mobility: A full, valid UK driving licence is essential due to the travel required for site visits and client meetings. What s on Offer? Competitive base salary of £32k £35k (negotiable based on experience). Uncapped bonus scheme linked directly to sales and margin targets. Company car for meetings and site visits. Laptop and mobile phone. Genuine opportunities to progress your sales career within a market-leading business that actively invests in its team.
Jun 07, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Sales Executive / Business Development Executive Location: Solihull (with regional travel) Salary: £32,000 £35,000 per annum + Results-Based Bonus Scheme Benefits: Company Car, Laptop, Mobile Phone, Full Product & Market Training, Clear Career Progression About the Role Are you a driven sales professional looking to transition your career into a high-growth, stable sector? We are recruiting for a market-leading surfacing contractor that designs and installs safety surfacing across the play, sports, and recreation sectors. Serving a diverse client base including Local Authorities, Town & Parish Councils, Schools, and major Housing Developers this role offers an excellent pipeline of business development opportunities. Whether you are looking to step away from weekend estate agency hours, move into technical solution sales from a housebuilder, or leverage an existing landscaping/surfacing or play sector background, full product and market training will be provided. You will initially attend joint client meetings to learn the ropes, understand customer needs, and master the proposal process. Key Responsibilities Account Development: Nurture and expand relationships with an existing customer base to unlock new business. New Business Targeting: Promote the company s range of construction-related surfacing solutions and installation services to new-build developers, educational bodies, and local authorities. Territory Growth: Manage and investigate new opportunities within your designated area to drive consistent sales growth. Project Delivery: Listen to client requirements, generate accurate solution quotes, and follow projects through from order confirmation to final site handover. What We Are Looking For We are highly open to transferable skills. To be considered, you should bring relatable sales experience from at least one of the following areas: Property & Construction: Experience working for an Estate Agent or Housebuilder selling new-build properties, or selling related construction products. Sector-Relevant Sales: Experience within the surfacing, landscaping, play equipment, or playground sectors. Technical Sales: A proven track record in B2B solution or technical sales roles, with the ability to absorb technical details and explain their commercial benefits. Drive & Passion: A high-energy professional who brings fresh ideas and enthusiasm to an ambitious, expanding business. Mobility: A full, valid UK driving licence is essential due to the travel required for site visits and client meetings. What s on Offer? Competitive base salary of £32k £35k (negotiable based on experience). Uncapped bonus scheme linked directly to sales and margin targets. Company car for meetings and site visits. Laptop and mobile phone. Genuine opportunities to progress your sales career within a market-leading business that actively invests in its team.
Senior Commercial Specialist Bedlington, Northumberland Salary Dependent on Experience We at JKR are recruiting a brand-new, exciting position for a global manufacturing company! Role Introduction: As part of our Global Sales Organisation, the Sr. Commercial Specialist / Commercial Team plays a key role in the company pricing strategy for the Components Division. This is a Global role that interacts regularly with Sales, Factory, Engineering, and Product teams in Europe, Asia and North America to establish pricing strategies, and formulate responses to Requests for Quotation. Roles and Responsibilities: Respond to Daily RFQ's for Optoelectronics, Resistors, and Variable Resistor product lines Make pricing decisions based on established guidelines Research and Analyse Major Bid Packages and Volume Price Agreements Review / Capture competitive information Compare and analyse previous bids to determine best pricing strategy to win Solicit from, and provide inputs to, the Product line Directors in a team effort to achieve the most competitive proposal response Actively participate in the negotiation process Analyse profit margins Analyse and report final award results Develop a basic knowledge for all products including Strengths and weaknesses verses our competition through extensive product training Gain the ability to cross reference our products to our competitors or gain that information from our engineering team Assist with Development and production of Standard price lists and Maintaining Pricing Portal as needed Work with Commercial Executive to complete this action in a timely manner, including periodic updates & revisions Ideal Candidate: 2-3 years of experience in Inside sales, Product Management, or other Pricing role in the Electronics Components Industry Basic Knowledge of Electronic Components industry especially Resistors, and /or Optoelectronics Preferred Strong Negotiation Skills Proficiency in MS Word, Windows, Outlook, Power Point and MS Excel required, Expert Level Preferred Exceptional Organisational Skills Excellent Written & Verbal Communication Skills Ability to Work with Minimal Supervision as part of a team Excellent English Language Skills Required Ability to travel domestically and /or internationally as needed up to 25% of the time Fluency in German, Spanish, French, or Mandarin (Chinese) is desirable Knowledge of SAP & Sales Force (CRM) and Data Base Skills are desirable Experience Managing Projects and / or People is also desirable Benefits: Competitive Salary, Enhanced pension contributions, Healthcare cashback plan Employee assistance programme, Site incentive plan, Financial wellbeing benefit Discounted online and high street shopping and lifestyle vouchers, Cycle to Work Scheme, Discounted RAC membership Discounted Gym membership, 5 weeks (in hours) annual leave plus bank holidays Jackie Kerr Recruitment is an independent agency that has been established for 28 years. We strive to provide the ultimate consultancy service to all our candidates. Whether you are looking for permanent or temporary work we pride ourselves in understanding our candidate s requirements to ensure that we place you in your ideal role. We have recently heavily invested in new Recruitment Software that provides an online portal. Simply visit jackiekerrrecruitment . com to enter your details and you will receive job alerts, hot off the press. The portal enables you to update your information and CV at any time, so we always have your latest employment details on record. So please visit our website and let us help you to find your dream job! Please note: At Jackie Kerr Recruitment we receive a huge number of applications for each job that is posted. If you do not hear from us within 2 weeks of your original application, please go to our website jackiekerrrecruitment . com to apply for other jobs that may be suitable to you.
Jun 07, 2026
Full time
Senior Commercial Specialist Bedlington, Northumberland Salary Dependent on Experience We at JKR are recruiting a brand-new, exciting position for a global manufacturing company! Role Introduction: As part of our Global Sales Organisation, the Sr. Commercial Specialist / Commercial Team plays a key role in the company pricing strategy for the Components Division. This is a Global role that interacts regularly with Sales, Factory, Engineering, and Product teams in Europe, Asia and North America to establish pricing strategies, and formulate responses to Requests for Quotation. Roles and Responsibilities: Respond to Daily RFQ's for Optoelectronics, Resistors, and Variable Resistor product lines Make pricing decisions based on established guidelines Research and Analyse Major Bid Packages and Volume Price Agreements Review / Capture competitive information Compare and analyse previous bids to determine best pricing strategy to win Solicit from, and provide inputs to, the Product line Directors in a team effort to achieve the most competitive proposal response Actively participate in the negotiation process Analyse profit margins Analyse and report final award results Develop a basic knowledge for all products including Strengths and weaknesses verses our competition through extensive product training Gain the ability to cross reference our products to our competitors or gain that information from our engineering team Assist with Development and production of Standard price lists and Maintaining Pricing Portal as needed Work with Commercial Executive to complete this action in a timely manner, including periodic updates & revisions Ideal Candidate: 2-3 years of experience in Inside sales, Product Management, or other Pricing role in the Electronics Components Industry Basic Knowledge of Electronic Components industry especially Resistors, and /or Optoelectronics Preferred Strong Negotiation Skills Proficiency in MS Word, Windows, Outlook, Power Point and MS Excel required, Expert Level Preferred Exceptional Organisational Skills Excellent Written & Verbal Communication Skills Ability to Work with Minimal Supervision as part of a team Excellent English Language Skills Required Ability to travel domestically and /or internationally as needed up to 25% of the time Fluency in German, Spanish, French, or Mandarin (Chinese) is desirable Knowledge of SAP & Sales Force (CRM) and Data Base Skills are desirable Experience Managing Projects and / or People is also desirable Benefits: Competitive Salary, Enhanced pension contributions, Healthcare cashback plan Employee assistance programme, Site incentive plan, Financial wellbeing benefit Discounted online and high street shopping and lifestyle vouchers, Cycle to Work Scheme, Discounted RAC membership Discounted Gym membership, 5 weeks (in hours) annual leave plus bank holidays Jackie Kerr Recruitment is an independent agency that has been established for 28 years. We strive to provide the ultimate consultancy service to all our candidates. Whether you are looking for permanent or temporary work we pride ourselves in understanding our candidate s requirements to ensure that we place you in your ideal role. We have recently heavily invested in new Recruitment Software that provides an online portal. Simply visit jackiekerrrecruitment . com to enter your details and you will receive job alerts, hot off the press. The portal enables you to update your information and CV at any time, so we always have your latest employment details on record. So please visit our website and let us help you to find your dream job! Please note: At Jackie Kerr Recruitment we receive a huge number of applications for each job that is posted. If you do not hear from us within 2 weeks of your original application, please go to our website jackiekerrrecruitment . com to apply for other jobs that may be suitable to you.
Chief Operating Officer Succession-Led Executive Leadership Opportunity Asset Management company based in Chester The Opportunity An established and growing asset management business is seeking an exceptional Chief Operating Officer (Designate) to join its executive leadership team as part of a planned succession strategy. This is a rare opportunity for an ambitious commercial leader to step into a genuine executive succession role, working alongside the Founder and Board before assuming full responsibility for the strategic and operational leadership of the business. The organisation has built a strong reputation through its client-first approach, commercial expertise, and ability to deliver consistent results within a competitive market. With significant growth ambitions and strong commercial momentum, the business is now looking for a proven leader to drive the next phase of expansion. Initially joining as COO Designate, you will spend approximately six months working closely with the existing leadership team, gaining a comprehensive understanding of the business, its people, clients, operations, and growth strategy. Following a structured transition period, you will assume full executive leadership responsibility, including direct ownership of the national sales function. This role is ideally suited to someone who began their career in sales, progressed into sales leadership, and has evolved into a commercially focused senior executive. Someone who understands that disciplined sales execution, operational excellence, and strong leadership are the foundations of sustainable business growth. You will inherit an established, high-performing sales operation and a respected market position. Your challenge will be to take both to the next level. Key Responsibilities Strategic & Executive Leadership Assume full P&L responsibility within the agreed transition period. Develop and execute the organisation's long-term commercial strategy and growth plans. Provide strategic leadership across all areas of the business. Drive business performance through clear objectives, accountability, and operational discipline. Represent the company externally with clients, strategic partners, regulators, and industry stakeholders. Build, develop, and retain a high-performing senior leadership team. Lead board-level reporting, business planning, and financial performance reviews. Support long-term planning, business expansion, acquisition opportunities, and future strategic initiatives. Sales Leadership (Direct Ownership) A key component of this role will be the direct leadership of the national sales function. Responsibilities include: Taking ownership of all sales leadership responsibilities currently managed at director level. Managing, coaching, and developing a national sales team. Overseeing pipeline management, territory planning, forecasting, incentive structures, and performance management. Driving measurable improvements in: Revenue growth Conversion rates Average deal values Customer retention Client lifetime value Leading from the front with key clients and strategic opportunities. Personally supporting the acquisition and closure of major commercial contracts. Embedding a culture of accountability, professionalism, data-driven decision-making, and continuous improvement. Operations, Finance & Compliance Ensure the business operates effectively within all applicable regulatory and compliance frameworks. Oversee finance, operations, HR, technology, and support functions through departmental leadership teams. Identify and implement operational improvements that increase efficiency, profitability, and scalability. Manage budgeting, forecasting, resource planning, and financial performance. Work closely with the Founder and Board on strategic planning and long-term value creation. Drive initiatives that strengthen operational capability and support future growth objectives. Essential Experience A genuine sales background, having progressed from individual contributor to sales leadership and ultimately senior management. Demonstrable success building, developing, and scaling high-performing sales teams. Proven ability to deliver significant revenue growth and commercial transformation. Strong financial acumen and experience managing P&L performance. Comfortable operating within entrepreneurial, founder-led businesses while introducing the structure and governance associated with larger organisations. Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills. Desirable Experience Existing relationships across institutional investors, wealth management firms, IFAs, distribution networks, or other relevant commercial channels. Experience leading a business through succession planning or leadership transition. Previous ownership of a P&L within a business of comparable scale. Experience supporting acquisitions, business integration projects, or strategic growth initiatives. Personal Qualities The successful candidate will be: A highly credible and inspirational leader. Commercially astute and growth-focused. Decisive, resilient, and accountable. Entrepreneurial in mindset and approach. Confident operating under pressure and within highly visible leadership positions. Passionate about developing people and building successful teams. Naturally curious and always looking for opportunities to improve performance, efficiency, and profitability. Ambitious both for themselves and the organisation they lead. This opportunity is designed for someone who wants to take ownership of a business, not simply oversee its operations Career Progression This is a genuine succession-led appointment with a clearly defined pathway to full executive leadership responsibility within approximately six months. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to shape the future direction of the organisation, influence strategic decisions, build and develop leadership teams, and play a key role in creating long-term business value.
Jun 05, 2026
Full time
Chief Operating Officer Succession-Led Executive Leadership Opportunity Asset Management company based in Chester The Opportunity An established and growing asset management business is seeking an exceptional Chief Operating Officer (Designate) to join its executive leadership team as part of a planned succession strategy. This is a rare opportunity for an ambitious commercial leader to step into a genuine executive succession role, working alongside the Founder and Board before assuming full responsibility for the strategic and operational leadership of the business. The organisation has built a strong reputation through its client-first approach, commercial expertise, and ability to deliver consistent results within a competitive market. With significant growth ambitions and strong commercial momentum, the business is now looking for a proven leader to drive the next phase of expansion. Initially joining as COO Designate, you will spend approximately six months working closely with the existing leadership team, gaining a comprehensive understanding of the business, its people, clients, operations, and growth strategy. Following a structured transition period, you will assume full executive leadership responsibility, including direct ownership of the national sales function. This role is ideally suited to someone who began their career in sales, progressed into sales leadership, and has evolved into a commercially focused senior executive. Someone who understands that disciplined sales execution, operational excellence, and strong leadership are the foundations of sustainable business growth. You will inherit an established, high-performing sales operation and a respected market position. Your challenge will be to take both to the next level. Key Responsibilities Strategic & Executive Leadership Assume full P&L responsibility within the agreed transition period. Develop and execute the organisation's long-term commercial strategy and growth plans. Provide strategic leadership across all areas of the business. Drive business performance through clear objectives, accountability, and operational discipline. Represent the company externally with clients, strategic partners, regulators, and industry stakeholders. Build, develop, and retain a high-performing senior leadership team. Lead board-level reporting, business planning, and financial performance reviews. Support long-term planning, business expansion, acquisition opportunities, and future strategic initiatives. Sales Leadership (Direct Ownership) A key component of this role will be the direct leadership of the national sales function. Responsibilities include: Taking ownership of all sales leadership responsibilities currently managed at director level. Managing, coaching, and developing a national sales team. Overseeing pipeline management, territory planning, forecasting, incentive structures, and performance management. Driving measurable improvements in: Revenue growth Conversion rates Average deal values Customer retention Client lifetime value Leading from the front with key clients and strategic opportunities. Personally supporting the acquisition and closure of major commercial contracts. Embedding a culture of accountability, professionalism, data-driven decision-making, and continuous improvement. Operations, Finance & Compliance Ensure the business operates effectively within all applicable regulatory and compliance frameworks. Oversee finance, operations, HR, technology, and support functions through departmental leadership teams. Identify and implement operational improvements that increase efficiency, profitability, and scalability. Manage budgeting, forecasting, resource planning, and financial performance. Work closely with the Founder and Board on strategic planning and long-term value creation. Drive initiatives that strengthen operational capability and support future growth objectives. Essential Experience A genuine sales background, having progressed from individual contributor to sales leadership and ultimately senior management. Demonstrable success building, developing, and scaling high-performing sales teams. Proven ability to deliver significant revenue growth and commercial transformation. Strong financial acumen and experience managing P&L performance. Comfortable operating within entrepreneurial, founder-led businesses while introducing the structure and governance associated with larger organisations. Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills. Desirable Experience Existing relationships across institutional investors, wealth management firms, IFAs, distribution networks, or other relevant commercial channels. Experience leading a business through succession planning or leadership transition. Previous ownership of a P&L within a business of comparable scale. Experience supporting acquisitions, business integration projects, or strategic growth initiatives. Personal Qualities The successful candidate will be: A highly credible and inspirational leader. Commercially astute and growth-focused. Decisive, resilient, and accountable. Entrepreneurial in mindset and approach. Confident operating under pressure and within highly visible leadership positions. Passionate about developing people and building successful teams. Naturally curious and always looking for opportunities to improve performance, efficiency, and profitability. Ambitious both for themselves and the organisation they lead. This opportunity is designed for someone who wants to take ownership of a business, not simply oversee its operations Career Progression This is a genuine succession-led appointment with a clearly defined pathway to full executive leadership responsibility within approximately six months. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to shape the future direction of the organisation, influence strategic decisions, build and develop leadership teams, and play a key role in creating long-term business value.
Are you an organised and commercially minded Sales Coordinator looking to join a growing international engineering business operating at the heart of the UK's critical infrastructure sector? Consulo are proud recruitment partners to a highly respected global manufacturer and supplier of specialist electrical infrastructure solutions, supporting some of the UK's largest utility, power distribution and energy projects. With an established presence across Europe and a reputation for technical excellence, innovation and customer service, the business continues to experience significant growth throughout the UK market. As a result, they are seeking a Sales Coordinator to support their Scottish commercial operation, working closely with the Regional Sales Manager and acting as a key link between customers, internal technical teams and international manufacturing facilities. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment, coordinating multiple projects simultaneously and playing a pivotal role in the successful delivery of customer requirements. The Role Working alongside the Regional Sales Manager, you will be responsible for coordinating customer enquiries, quotations, technical requests and project updates whilst ensuring a seamless flow of communication between customers and internal teams. Key responsibilities will include: Acting as the primary coordination point between customers and internal departments Managing customer enquiries and ensuring timely responses Chasing quotations, technical information and project updates from internal teams Supporting the preparation and submission of quotations and commercial proposals Coordinating communication between UK customers and overseas technical and manufacturing teams Monitoring and tracking multiple live projects and opportunities simultaneously Maintaining accurate CRM records and customer data Supporting framework agreements, tenders and ongoing contract activity Preparing reports, documentation and customer correspondence Assisting with opportunity tracking and sales pipeline management Providing administrative and commercial support to the Regional Sales Manager The Person We are interested in speaking with individuals who possess excellent organisational skills and thrive in a customer-focused commercial environment. You may currently be working as a: Sales Coordinator Internal Sales Executive Sales Administrator Commercial Coordinator Project Coordinator Customer Service Coordinator Account Coordinator Contracts Coordinator Internal Account Manager Experience within engineering, manufacturing, utilities, construction products, electrical products, technical distribution or industrial sectors would be advantageous, although not essential. The successful candidate will demonstrate: Strong organisational and administrative skills Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities The ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines simultaneously A proactive approach to problem solving and follow-up activity Strong attention to detail Good IT skills including Microsoft Office and CRM systems A professional and customer-focused approach The Opportunity You will become an integral member of a successful and growing commercial team, supporting major infrastructure and utility projects across the UK whilst gaining exposure to a highly technical and commercially driven environment. The business offers genuine long-term career development opportunities and is looking for an individual who wants to grow with the organisation as it continues its expansion within the UK market. Please send me through an updated copy of your cv for immediate consideration
Jun 05, 2026
Full time
Are you an organised and commercially minded Sales Coordinator looking to join a growing international engineering business operating at the heart of the UK's critical infrastructure sector? Consulo are proud recruitment partners to a highly respected global manufacturer and supplier of specialist electrical infrastructure solutions, supporting some of the UK's largest utility, power distribution and energy projects. With an established presence across Europe and a reputation for technical excellence, innovation and customer service, the business continues to experience significant growth throughout the UK market. As a result, they are seeking a Sales Coordinator to support their Scottish commercial operation, working closely with the Regional Sales Manager and acting as a key link between customers, internal technical teams and international manufacturing facilities. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment, coordinating multiple projects simultaneously and playing a pivotal role in the successful delivery of customer requirements. The Role Working alongside the Regional Sales Manager, you will be responsible for coordinating customer enquiries, quotations, technical requests and project updates whilst ensuring a seamless flow of communication between customers and internal teams. Key responsibilities will include: Acting as the primary coordination point between customers and internal departments Managing customer enquiries and ensuring timely responses Chasing quotations, technical information and project updates from internal teams Supporting the preparation and submission of quotations and commercial proposals Coordinating communication between UK customers and overseas technical and manufacturing teams Monitoring and tracking multiple live projects and opportunities simultaneously Maintaining accurate CRM records and customer data Supporting framework agreements, tenders and ongoing contract activity Preparing reports, documentation and customer correspondence Assisting with opportunity tracking and sales pipeline management Providing administrative and commercial support to the Regional Sales Manager The Person We are interested in speaking with individuals who possess excellent organisational skills and thrive in a customer-focused commercial environment. You may currently be working as a: Sales Coordinator Internal Sales Executive Sales Administrator Commercial Coordinator Project Coordinator Customer Service Coordinator Account Coordinator Contracts Coordinator Internal Account Manager Experience within engineering, manufacturing, utilities, construction products, electrical products, technical distribution or industrial sectors would be advantageous, although not essential. The successful candidate will demonstrate: Strong organisational and administrative skills Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities The ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines simultaneously A proactive approach to problem solving and follow-up activity Strong attention to detail Good IT skills including Microsoft Office and CRM systems A professional and customer-focused approach The Opportunity You will become an integral member of a successful and growing commercial team, supporting major infrastructure and utility projects across the UK whilst gaining exposure to a highly technical and commercially driven environment. The business offers genuine long-term career development opportunities and is looking for an individual who wants to grow with the organisation as it continues its expansion within the UK market. Please send me through an updated copy of your cv for immediate consideration
