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Human Resources Advisor - Borehamwood - 35k to 38k - 25 Days Holiday Monday to Thursday in the office Work from Home Fridays if workload permits - Hours 9am to 5pm Is this the single GREATEST HR Advisor job in the entire WORLD?! Probably maybe you tell me! ;) And here's why: We're not a start-up. We've been doing what we do for over 19 years. We help businesses to look after their staff AND protect their business. We turn Red Tape PURPLE! Reasons Why We're An Amazing Place To Work 1. We work together and very collaboratively Monday Thursday 2. We work from home every Friday 3. We have access to open space and fields for healthy walks 4. There s free parking, and the station is very local to our office 5. There are loads of training opportunities as continual improvement is a core value 6. And the usual benefits including 25 days holiday, Costco membership, discounted gym and free private GP / counselling 7. We are very PURPLE! WHAT YOUR TYPICAL DAY WILL LOOK LIKE: No two days look the same. There is plenty of free parking and it s a safe, fun, friendly and purple environment. We are led by client priorities, and your day is a mixture of pro-active support work such as policy drafting, reactive advice in response to phone calls and emails, note taking for disciplinaries, chairing appeal meetings, meeting with clients, writing up notes and producing documentation. Time chunking for efficiency is strongly encouraged, but you are in charge of your diary. The working day starts at 9am and you can expect to be away shortly after 5pm. You get an hour at lunchtime for shopping in the local high street, eating lunch, going to the gym or taking a walk around the local area. On occasions, you will be offsite at client sites, networking events, exhibitions or training events. These days may be longer and you will take it all in your stride to ensure you are delivering world class HR to our clients. My Client is a one stop shop, multi-award winning HR practice based in Hertfordshire. Supporting small and medium sized companies with their HR needs, they have built a strong brand and reputation for quality, practical, legally compliant, cost effective HR and business advice. They are a highly professional practice which delivers to consistently high standards and believes in the power of the customer experience. The customer is not always right, but at our company we strive to ensure the solution delivered provides customers with the outcomes they want for their business and their staff. We provide HR consultancy and support to businesses and charities Nationwide with a focus across London and the Northern Home Counties. From 1 employee to 250, our customers vary from start-ups needing initial advice to larger businesses needing additional expertise or resource. Whether it is recruitment, contracts of employment, induction, appraisals, sickness management, management training, pay and reward or redundancies, we are a one stop shop for businesses in search of a real HR partner. Fantastic opportunity to join a multi award winning HR Practice who support small and medium sized companies with their HR needs. Working as part of a small team of HR Advisors the role is busy and varied with no two clients or days the same. Providing first and second line support for clients you will work as an integral part of our team of HR Advisors providing practical advice and support to clients • Providing telephone and email support and advice to clients • Writing and issuing documents in line with client needs • Advising on / attending / chairing disciplinaries and grievances meetings • Support with redundancy, TUPE and restructures • Supporting recruitment activities of clients • HR administration for clients such as sickness tracking and absence management • Providing onsite support to clients as required on a regular or ad hoc basis The needs of each of client will vary and all or none of the above may be required for any specific client. All solutions are bespoke and developed specifically for each client in line with their business and sector needs. This role will also include the promotion of our practice in a number of different contexts, including but not limited to: • Face to face networking • Social media • Exhibitions The successful candidate will bring relevant experience, and is likely to have CIPD Level 5, or similar. The Perfect Candidate Will Tick The Boxes Below: • You'll be a people person • You ll have handled TUPE, redundancies, disciplinaries and grievances yourself, so you can advise and support others • You ll be CIPD qualified and will understand the strong links between HR and business success • You ll be customer service focussed ensuring that business owners are able to take informed decisions, understanding all the risks • You'll have tremendous credibility in your communications, email, phone and video • You'll be able to spell (seriously, some of the applications we get!) ;) • You'll have advised business owners or senior managers before (and loved it!) • You'll be reliable, hard-working and all the usual stuff too! • You definitely WON'T be a technophobe as you will be living on your computer and making full use of Microsoft Office • You ll be a car driver with full access to a car • You ll have the right to work in the UK without sponsorship or a visa. • You'll have read this job description and thought "OMG this is the job for me " Then PLEASE DO NOT HESITATE IN SENDING YOUR CV TO ME FOR EARLY CONSIDERATION

Shape the Future of Advanced Fire Protection Materials Are you a materials science expert with a passion for innovation, product development, and solving real-world engineering challenges? Do you have a Chemical or scientific background? Would you like a role in an established global brand with career progression? We develop world-class advanced material solutions that protect critical infrastructure across the energy, automotive, marine, industrial, defence, and offshore sectors. From passive fire protection systems to cutting-edge thermal barrier technologies, our products are trusted in some of the world's most demanding environments. With over 800 employees worldwide and a reputation for innovation, we are continuing to grow and we are now looking for an experienced and ambitious Product Technical Lead to help drive the next generation of specialist coating technologies. Why Join? Innovation is at the heart of everything we do. This is an exciting opportunity to join a globally recognised materials science company where your expertise will directly influence product strategy, technical development, and commercial success. You will work alongside cross-functional teams including R&D, manufacturing, supply chain, and commercial operations to develop high-performance products that make a genuine impact. Whether you are leading new product development, supporting customers with technical expertise, or driving continuous improvement initiatives, you will play a pivotal role in shaping future technologies. The Opportunity As Product Technical Lead, you will oversee the full product lifecycle from concept and research through to manufacture, launch, and ongoing technical support. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a technically challenging environment and enjoys balancing hands-on scientific expertise with commercial awareness and leadership. Key Responsibilities Lead research and development activities for innovative new products Provide technical leadership and support for existing product ranges Collaborate with customers and internal stakeholders to identify market needs and future opportunities Support manufacturing and production teams with technical guidance Work closely with supply chain teams to ensure product manufacturability and delivery Partner with sales and commercial teams to provide technical expertise and product insight Monitor product performance and drive continuous improvement initiatives Ensure compliance with relevant industry standards and regulations Manage product-related budgets, cost estimates, and capital expenditure tracking Identify opportunities for cost reduction and process optimisation Protect and document intellectual property generated during development Present project progress and technical outputs to senior leadership What We're Looking For Education MSc in Chemistry or Material Science (or equivalent) We're seeking a technically driven professional with a strong background in advanced coatings or material science. Ideal Experience Experience working with fireproof or coatings Knowledge of silicone or similar chemistry Experience with fabric coating technologies Strong understanding of product development and manufacturing processes Ability to work collaboratively across technical and commercial teams Commercial awareness with experience supporting costing and pricing decisions What You'll Receive Salary up to 50,000 per annum (depending on experience) Discretionary annual bonus of up to 15% 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Group personal pension scheme Life assurance scheme (4x annual salary) Comprehensive employee assistance programme 24/7 GP access, mental health support, and legal consultations Cycle to work scheme and leisure benefits Opportunity to work within a fast-growing, award-winning global organisation About AIS The business is a global leader in advanced materials technology, specialising in passive fire protection, insulation, buoyancy, and protection systems for mission-critical infrastructure. Since 2007, They have grown from a UK-based business into an international organisation with operations worldwide. Our technologies protect people, assets, and infrastructure in some of the harshest and most safety-critical environments on the planet. If you're ready to bring your technical expertise into a role where innovation, collaboration, and impact truly matter we'd love to hear from you. Take the next step in your career and become part of a company shaping the future of advanced protection technologies. Important Information: We endeavour to process your personal data in a fair and transparent manner. In applying for this role, Russell Taylor will be acting within your interest and will contact you in relation to the role, either by email, phone or text message. For more information see our Privacy Policy on our website. It is important you are aware of your individual rights and the provisions the company has put in place to protect your data. 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The Portfolio Group are proudly partnered with a global business specialising within the Media industry, and we are looking for a Business Operations Coordinator to support their business goals. You will have minimum 2 years' experience in business operations, analytical, project experienced and thrive working in a fast-paced environment. This is a 12-month contract. The Business Coordinator will act as a business advisor, ensuring efficient and prudent use of resources. The primary goal is to manage business related functions, enabling executive management, department heads, and production staff to focus on editorial responsibilities. Additional or modified responsibilities may be assigned as needed, provided they remain within the scope of business operations and strategic support. This role does not extend to providing personal or executive assistant support to leadership. This is a 12-month contract Key Responsibilities Partner with management and colleagues to establish and maintain projects and departmental objectives. Where applicable, work closely with Finance, Accounting, P&C, Legal, Security, and Procurement to lead and execute cross-functional initiatives. AP Processing: Code, track, and approve invoices ensuring accurate allocations. Manage vendor and independent contractor setup in AP systems. Maintain strong vendor relationships, coordinate payments, respond to invoice inquiries, and gather supporting documentation as needed. Expense Management: Review and process T&E reports in Concur in line with management direction and approval. Monitor cash advances where applicable and train staff on system usage as needed. Compliance: Ensure adherence to company policies, procurement guidelines, and FCPA/OFAC regulations. Train and guide staff on compliance matters, proactively identify and resolve issues, and escalate when necessary by confidently engaging in difficult conversations to maintain alignment and accountability. Onboarding: Oversee onboarding for staff, contractors, interns, and freelancers, including access provisioning, equipment setup, ID badge and AmEx card requests. Partner with P&C and management to ensure a smooth onboarding experience for groups that you support. Provide a full range of business operational support, as applicable or directed. This could include procuring and tracking equipment, office supplies, safety gear, medical supplies, and inventory for newsrooms and outbound bureaus/field employees, as well as coordinating catering and other logistical needs as requested. What you bring to the team Bachelor's degree, or equivalent experience within a business field. 2+ years of strong business operations, analytical and project experience is preferred. Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel Able to analyse complex problems by identifying and evaluating multiple components and drawing sound conclusions. Project experience focusing on expense reduction is a plus. Comfortable presenting to and collaborating with senior business executives. Highly accurate, detail-oriented, analytical, organized, and an effective communicator. Self-motivated, takes initiative, and performs well under pressure in fast-paced environments (e.g., during breaking news). Fluency in additional languages is a plus, but not required. Flexible work environment: Work some days of the week from the office and from home. May be required to travel for field production work. Start date: Immedate start 51500SK INDLON The Portfolio Group are acting on behalf of our client in recruiting for this position.

This exciting opportunity is for an Interim Social Media Manager to lead and manage social media strategies for a public sector organisation based in Sheffield. This role will work across the communications and marketing team to lead the planning, development and coordination of social content across varied time frames alongside managing workload from longer term planned content to urgent requests at short notice. Client Details This public sector organisation plays a pivotal role in delivering services and initiatives to benefit communities. As a medium-sized organisation, it values innovation and strives to maintain a strong presence within its industry. Description Provide strategic leadership for social media activity, embedding and championing best practice across all channels Ensure social media supports organisational priorities and delivery of the Communications Strategy Lead planning and coordination of social content across short, medium and long-term timelines Manage a dynamic workload, balancing planned campaigns with urgent requests Align content to organisational priorities to maintain a consistent, proactive, and impactful pipeline Maintain high standards of quality, consistency, and accessibility across all social media content Oversee adherence to brand, tone of voice, and accessibility guidelines Ensure communications are clear, inclusive, credible, and trusted Use audience insight to shape content and channel choices, focusing on diverse and hard-to-reach audiences Apply sound judgement to maximise engagement, relevance, and impact Provide expert social media advice to senior leadership Oversee the creation and publication of high-quality visual and multimedia content Model best practice and strengthen organisational capability Collaborate with internal teams and external partners (e.g. designers, videographers, agencies) to deliver integrated, high-quality content Ensure social media output is fully aligned with wider communications activity Oversee approvals processes and risk management for social media channels Ensure accuracy, compliance, and proactive management of reputational, legal, and political risks Participate in an out-of-hours social media rota Drive continuous improvement through trend monitoring, performance analysis, and innovation Use data and insight to optimise channels, campaigns, and value for money Provide leadership in a matrix environment by managing projects, coordinating resources, and supporting colleagues Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous learning Manage allocated budgets effectively, ensuring efficient use of resources aligned to strategic priorities Support inclusive growth, environmental sustainability, and organisational value-for-money commitments Undertake additional duties as required, including potential future line management responsibilities Profile A successful Interim Social Media Manager should have: Strong social media expertise, including creating high-quality visual and multimedia content Excellent visual judgement with ability to simplify complex information for non-specialist audiences In-depth knowledge of digital communications best practice (audience insight, content planning, channel management, performance measurement) Skilled in using data and insights to improve impact and value for money Experience in political or public-facing environments with understanding of governance and reputation management Demonstrates sound judgement, accuracy, and sensitivity in high-profile contexts Proven ability to build and maintain relationships with internal teams, senior stakeholders, and external partners Strong influencing, negotiation, and interpersonal skills to secure buy-in in complex environments Experience in leadership and collaborative working, including project management and supporting team performance Line management and performance management experience desirable Strong organisational, planning, and problem-solving skills Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively under pressure Experience overseeing budgets Applies equality, diversity, health & safety, and accessibility considerations to communications activities Job Offer Daily rate equivalent 52,000. Temporary position offering flexibility and a chance to make a meaningful impact. Opportunity to work within the public sector and contribute to community-focused initiatives. Based in Sheffield. If you are ready to bring your expertise in social media management to this rewarding role in the public sector, apply now!

Role Background Bradford District and Craven is a diverse area with both significant strengths and complex challenges, where the VCSE sector plays a vital role in supporting communities. Bradford District & Craven Mind (BDC Mind) is a key charity working in partnership to deliver impactful services and drive positive change. Following a period of growth, we are looking for a Head of Finance to strengthen governance, financial planning, and long-term resilience. The postholder will lead a three-person finance function, support strategic decision-making, and ensure strong systems, compliance, and effective budget management. As part of the senior leadership team, the role requires technical expertise and strong communication skills to help the organisation respond to a changing funding environment and maximise its impact across the district. Role Purpose You are responsible for ensuring the financial health of the organisation and that all financial, legal and required operational standards and obligations are met. You lead and deliver the day-to-day operational finance functions to meet the needs of the business. Role Outcomes Oversee the delivery of day-to-day financial operations efficiently and effectively ensuring appropriate records and systems remain up to date and accurate. Reviewing the company's financial status, performance and cash position to identify areas for potential improvement, including risk management. Managing financial third parties to ensure accurate transactions and annual submissions. Delivering accurate monthly management accounts with clear analysis and actionable insight. Producing high-quality annual accounts and successfully managing the annual audit processes. Supporting the development, review and management of annual budgets in line with the operational plan. Contributing to funding submissions/bids and project plans to ensure appropriate and robust financial information is provided. Overseeing accurate and timely monthly payroll process involving management of internal stakeholders and external suppliers. Supporting senior colleagues and the Board with clear, reliable information and reports. Staying up to date with technological advances and accounting software to be used for financial purposes. Establishing, maintaining and refining financial policies and procedures for the company. Ensure full compliance with Charity SORP, statutory reporting, and relevant regulation Stay up to date with financial legislation and changes to ensure BDC Mind meets all requirements in a planned and timely manner. Supporting the completion of returns to Companies House and Charity Commission, plus any other statutory reporting identified. Leading your team in alignment with our aims, objectives, policies, core values and the standards set out in out Employee Handbook. Fully participating in all relevant training to develop and maintain your performance in the role. Demonstrating an ongoing commitment to our values: Caring Always, Working Together, Supporting Everyone, Enabling All and Continually Improving. Performing other duties as reasonably required within the role.

Director of Operations Finance & Support Services Dartington (& Torquay as required) Working Hours: 37.5 hours per week, 52 weeks per year, ideally Monday-Friday 08.30-16.30 Salary: £51,663.00 - £59,597.00 per annum (DOE) Are you a skilled operations professional with a background in finance? We have a brand-new opportunity at Lifeworks Charity, for a Director of Operations (Finance & Support Services) to play a crucial role in our Central Support team. You will drive the sustainable growth and operational efficiency of the charity, directly contributing to our charitable impact. You'll blend your financial expertise with your keen eye for operational oversight in this hybrid role, ensuring our resources are managed effectively to benefit the young people and families we support. Who we are: Since 1996, we've been empowering people with learning disabilities in Devon to achieve their dreams and build fulfilling lives. Our core values of kindness, respect, and positivity guide everything we do. What you ll do: Finance - Manage and maintain all financial aspects of the charity, including (but not limited to), budgeting, forecasting, reporting, ledgers, balance sheets, bank reconciliations, debtor accounts, cash flow management, insurances, property and procurement. - Take a lead on the development of financial and fundraising processes and strategies. - Manage and be the main point of contact for all aspects of ESFA and DfE funding compliance and reporting. - Lead a small team to deliver outstanding support to the charity and act as a key financial advisor to managers across the organisation. - Produce clear and concise monthly management accounts and provide financial insights to senior managers and the Board of Trustees. - Working closely with external auditors, prepare and oversee our year end accounts. Operations - Ensure that charity governance and compliance is upheld, by contributing to record maintenance, managing registers and supporting with reviews of policies and procedures. - Work with our external IT partners to manage our technology. You will make sure that the correct infrastructure, systems and processes are in the right place at the right time. - Lead on IT security for the charity, implementing regular reviews to monitor compliance. - Act as the Data Controller and manage all areas of data protection regulations, always prioritising data security. - Develop and review charity policies as necessary, ensuring they align with best practices and legal requirements. - Ensure compliance of Health and Safety policies, liaising with external advisors to maintain safety within the workplace. Last but not least, we are looking for someone that is an advocate for people with learning disabilities and shares our common goal of making sure the people we support achieve their best lives with us. You may not be involved in the day-to-day work with our service users, but the work you will do is vital to the success of our charity. What we're looking for: You'll be a motivated and experienced professional who is passionate about making a difference. You should be: - ACCA/CIMA/ACA part-qualified with significant experience (or fully qualified is a bonus!). - A proven leader with the ability to inspire and develop a team. - An expert in financial management, from budgeting to reporting. - An excellent communicator who can clearly explain complex financial information to all audiences. - Experienced in managing a broad portfolio, ideally including Health and Safety, IT, or facilities. - Knowledgeable about governance frameworks and risk management. If you are a strategic thinker with a hands-on approach and a desire to contribute to a vital cause, we would love to hear from you. We're passionate about supporting our staff just as much as we are about supporting our service users. When you join our team, you can expect: - An hourly rate above the Real Living Wage - A holiday entitlement of 33 days holiday (inclusive of bank holidays) - A fully funded DBS check and update service to ensure a smooth onboarding process - Access to valuable resources including an employee assistance program to support your mental and emotional health Building a diverse and safe team: At Lifeworks, we're committed to fostering a workplace that reflects the diversity of our community. As a Disability Confident Employer, we actively encourage applications from individuals with disabilities who meet the job criteria, and we guarantee qualified candidates with disabilities an interview. Lifeworks is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk. To achieve this commitment, we will ensure the continuous development, improvement and review of robust safeguarding processes and procedures that continuously promote a culture of vigilance in respect of safeguarding within our organisation. All staff undergo Safer Recruitment checks which include pre-employment checks, reference checks, and a DBS check with Barred List checks (where applicable). Early applications encouraged! This vacancy is scheduled to close on the 19th of July, but may close earlier if suitable candidates are identified. So, to ensure your application is considered, ensure you apply early! The interview format will consist of 3 parts; a formal interview assessment, a short presentation and a Q&A with staff members. If you are selected for interview, further details will be shared ahead of the above date. Apply today and tell us why you'd be a great fit for our team. Please note that this role was previously advertised as Operations Manager. We ask that previous applicants of this role need not reapply. We d appreciate no contact from agencies regarding this role. We are only accepting direct applications.

Deputy Diocesan Safeguarding Officer The Diocese is seeking an experienced and committed safeguarding professional to join the Diocesan Safeguarding Team as Deputy Diocesan Safeguarding Officer. Position: Deputy Diocesan Safeguarding Officer Location: Hove/Hybrid Salary: £49,536 per annum Hours: Full-time (flexi time available) Contract: Permanent Closing Date: 5th July 2026 Interview Date: Hove on 30th July 2026. About the Role This is a pivotal leadership role, offering an opportunity to shape and strengthen safeguarding practice across a large and diverse diocese. You will play a key part in ensuring the safety and wellbeing of children, young people and adults, while supporting parishes, clergy and diocesan colleagues to uphold the highest safeguarding standards. Key duties include: Lead and manage safeguarding casework across the Diocese, ensuring compliance with national Church of England safeguarding standards and statutory guidance Provide line management and supervision to the team of Assistant Diocesan Safeguarding Advisers Oversee triage, risk assessment and allocation of safeguarding referrals Manage complex and high-risk cases, working collaboratively with statutory agencies such as police, social care and probation services Ensure high-quality case recording, quality assurance and continuous improvement of safeguarding practices Act as the Diocesan Safeguarding Officer in the absence of the Director of Safeguarding Contribute to training, policy development and the promotion of a strong safeguarding culture This role involves regular collaboration with clergy, parish safeguarding officers, senior church leaders and external partners across the Diocese. If you are passionate about safeguarding and want to play a key role in protecting and supporting communities across Sussex, we would love to hear from you. About You We are seeking a highly skilled safeguarding professional who can demonstrate: Significant safeguarding casework experience and strong knowledge of legislation and best practice Experience working with victims, survivors and those who pose risk, and partnering with statutory agencies Proven ability to embed good safeguarding practice Strong leadership, risk assessment and communication skills Ability to manage complex cases, quality assure work and maintain confidentiality High integrity, resilience and sound judgement Reflective, collaborative and committed to equality and inclusion Alignment with the values of the Church of England You can view full details of the in the job description and person specification when you apply. About the Organisation The vision of the Diocese is to help people to know, love and follow Jesus. Based in Hove and serving the people of Sussex across more than 360 parishes and 154 church schools and the wider community, this is a great role for someone who supports the ethos, aims and objectives of the Diocese and the Church of England. As an employer, and as a team, the mutual values at work are to be Respectful, Professional, Flexible and Supportive. What is on offer: 28 days of annual leave, plus bank holidays and two privilege days per year. Flexi-time and the opportunity to apply to use the DBF s remote working policy to work from home for part of the week. Membership of the Church Worker s Pension Scheme with a 15.1% employer contribution and an employee contribution between 0-6%. Employee Assistance Programme with access to GP appointments, counselling and financial and legal support. Free parking, and the ride to work scheme and development opportunities. Our client is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. All post holders are expected to share this commitment and to comply with the relevant safeguarding policy. This role is subject to an enhanced DBS check. Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client, Not For Profit People.

Are you an experienced PA looking for a hands-on, high-impact role with a prestigious law firm? We are supporting a leading legal firm in their search for a Legal PA. This role is supporting a busy Partner and Associates in Real Estate. Location: Manchester City Centre - hybrid 3 days in the office 2 days from home What You'll Be Doing: You'll provide proactive and seamless PA support to a Partner and key stakeholders , operating as a true right hand to the senior team and their wider fee earners. This is a broad PA role , ideal for someone who thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced legal environment. Your responsibilities will include: Extensive diary and travel management Billing support - a key component of the role; strong financial acumen is essential Preparing client billing reports in collaboration with the finance team Client and matter set-up , and ongoing matter management Supporting BD, bids and tenders Who We're Looking For: A PA with at least 3-4 years of legal, real estate or professional services experience Confident supporting at a senior level , with a commercial mindset and proactive approach High competency in finance-related PA duties , including billing Someone seeking more scope, variety and pace in their role What's On Offer: Competitive salary 33,000 - 36,000 DOE Hybrid working - 2 days WFH A progressive, inclusive culture with big ambitions An immediate start for the right candidate Huntress Search Ltd acts as a Recruitment Agency in relation to all Permanent roles and as a Recruitment Business in relation to all Temporary roles. We practice a diverse and inclusive recruitment process that ensures equal opportunity for all we work with, irrespective of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. As an organisation, we encourage applications from all backgrounds and will ensure measures are met when required, to allow a fair process throughout. PLEASE NOTE: We can only consider applications from candidates who have the right to work in the UK.

Operations Manager (Back Office Operation) Professional Services 60,000 - 65,000 plus exceptional benefits Truly hybrid - 1 or 2 per week on site Wakefield, W. Yorkshire (Great links to M1 & M62) Client Details Page Group are supporting an industry leader within their respective field who are now looking to appoint a new Operations Manager. This is a key role in the organisation, forming part of the Senior Leadership Team. Within the Professional Services Industry, this role will oversee a complex operations and will liaise with C-suite stakeholders Description Oversight for back office operational performance across a highly regulated function Drive customer service performance to both customers and partners during any and every interaction Manager and plan resource to deliver trading performance ensuring any potential issues are highlighted Manage and drive performance consistency across the operation Provide front line HR support within your operation across performance management, behaviour, capability, grievance and disciplinary Provide clear leadership and motivation to support the team in delivering key objectives Increase team capability through the implementation of new ways of working, systems, process and procedures Anticipate operational risks and issues Mitigate issues & risk around Case Progression, Regulatory Compliance & Technical Quality Work across the operation and wider business to encourage continuous improvement activities Manage the implementation of operational strategy Optimise case progression across the operation Provide the teams with clear training and development on a regular basis Profile Experience in a similar role and /or environment Strong people management - ideally through Team Leaders Process and continuous improvement knowledge Record of delivering against objectives Budget management experience Extensive stakeholder management across C-suite level Job Offer This is an amazing opportunity to join a leading organisation in the newly created role of Operations Manager The role offers a salary of 60,000 - 65,000 plus up to 15% Bonus True champion of Hybrid working - you would be expected on site in Wakefield, W.Yorkshire 1 or 2 days per week Benefits include - 25 days holiday plus bank with the ability to buy and sell 5 days. Ability to condense working week into 4 days once per month (leading to extra 12 days holiday per year), private medical insurance, life assurance, free on on site parking and many more Candidates across the UK are encouraged to apply with great links via M1, M62 and rail networks

Business Development and Relationship Manager We are seeking an experienced Business Development and Relationship Manager to join our Business Development Team. Salary : £62,754.00 per annum Hours : 39 per week Location : Hybrid working - home working alongside travel to Head Office (based in Warrington) and Making Space services Closing date: 19th June Interview dates: Informal interviews will be held via Teams during the week commencing 19th June, with formal interviews taking place at Head Office during the week commencing 6th July At Making Space we are driven by a strong set of values that guide us in our mission to make a positive impact on the lives of the people who draw on our support. We live and breathe our values; Kind Hearts, Tailor Making, Dreaming Big, Having Courage and Being Ready, every day and are looking for like-minded people to join us in making a meaningful difference in our community. To find out more about our values and the behaviours that underpin them click here. Responsibilities As Business Development and Relationship Manager you will provide senior leadership for business development, commissioner engagement, tendering and contract retention activity that drives Making Space's strategic growth, commercial sustainability and mark position across Health and Social Care. Key responsibilities include: Strengthening Making Space's reputation as a high-performing, trusted and commercially credible strategic partner Shaping high-value, evidence-led propositions that respond to commissioners priorities Supporting income diversification, strategic partnerships and service innovation Contributing to the organisation's wider growth strategy across local government, the NHS and integrated care systems Qualifications Experience of project management and mobilisation for new, retained or transformed services. A degree level qualification or a recognised Project Management Qualification is preferred for this role. You must have a significant track record of winning and leading complex, high-value tenders, grant bids or business cases within Health, Social Care or adjacent public service markets. Along with the experience of identifying, qualifying and shaping commercially viable opportunities through market intelligence, commissioner insight competitor analysis and strategic engagement. Benefits We are constantly reviewing our benefits packages to ensure our employees are receiving the very best company perks and we are always seeking out further additions. Our current benefits include: Stream Access up to 30% of your wages as you earn Electric Car Scheme (subject to salary sacrifice & National Minimum Wage regulations) Lifestyle benefits through Bravo Benefits and Health service discounts Holidays 25 days plus bank holidays (pro rata for part time) We pay double time for Xmas day, Boxing Day and New Year s Day (service roles only) Our employees can buy and sell up to 2 weeks holiday statutory limits apply Access to our library of learning through our e-portal Want to upskill? We will invest in you and provide you with qualifications in level 2-6 in Health and Social Care, Management, Admin plus other continuous professional development should you wish to further your career within Social Care. We invest heavily in your career progression; did you know at least half of our senior posts are filled internally through promotion. Travel schemes including cycle to work, car maintenance and 55p per mile travel expenses. We run a colleague engagement hub with monthly and annual colleague awards Pension Scheme 3% employer contribution as a minimum Paid Sick leave Successful applicants will be subject to employment checks, including DBS and references checks and provided with safeguarding training. Making Space is an equal opportunities employer.We can only accept applications from those who are legally entitled to live and work within the United Kingdom.

HR Manager Otley (Office Based) Salary: £35,000 to £40,000 pro rata + benefits including 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, death in service, company pension, employee assistance programme, and free on site parking. Hours: Part time (school hours or fewer days) with full time also considered. Permanent role. Unity Resourcing is delighted to be supporting our client in recruiting an experienced HR Manager for a growing organisation with multiple business groups. This is an exceptional opportunity for someone who wants to take full ownership of the HR function, implement structure and build a modern, scalable HR approach that will evolve as the wider group continues to expand. This is a standalone role, you ll have the autonomy to shape processes, introduce best practice and influence the people strategy at group level. The Role Reporting directly to the Director, you will lead and deliver a complete generalist HR service for around 100 employees across both operational and office based teams. Responsibilities include: Developing and delivering HR initiatives that support business growth, operational efficiency and a strong people culture Partnering with senior leaders on workforce planning, organisational design and change activity across multiple business groups Acting as the trusted HR expert, providing practical, commercially focused advice across all employee groups Managing all ER matters end to end and coaching managers to ensure fair, consistent decision making Leading recruitment across a wide range of roles and building strong talent pipelines Driving performance management, identifying training needs and supporting development and retention Maintaining HR policies, ensuring legal compliance and supporting audits and record keeping Overseeing payroll accuracy, benefits, pensions and reward processes Managing HR data, producing meaningful metrics and using insights to influence decision making Leading engagement and wellbeing initiatives and promoting a positive, inclusive culture across all teams About You Essential: Proven experience in a generalist HR role at Manager or Senior Advisor level Strong knowledge of UK employment law Experience managing ER cases end to end Excellent communication, problem solving and influencing skills Highly organised, proactive, and comfortable working independently Desirable: Experience in a standalone HR role CIPD Level 5 (or working towards) Experience in a regulated or safety focused environment HR systems experience and ability to analyse HR data Interest in engagement and wellbeing initiatives To apply for this rewarding HR Manager position, please submit your CV via the link or contact Beth Davies at Unity Resourcing.

Employment Lawyer EMEA Level: Director Location: Southampton Role: Flexible full-time or Part-time Salary: Competitive + Bonus + Benefits Reporting to: Group General Counsel An exciting newly created opportunity for an experienced employment lawyer to join a growing international financial services organisation. Reporting directly to the Group Head of Legal, you will act as the lead employment law specialist for the business, partnering closely with senior leaders and the People function across multiple jurisdictions. This is a highly visible role offering exposure to complex domestic and international employment matters, alongside the opportunity to contribute to broader commercial and strategic legal initiatives. The position would suit a commercially minded employment lawyer who enjoys working closely with stakeholders, influencing decision-making and helping organisations navigate change and growth. Both full-time and part-time arrangements will be considered. The Opportunity As the organisation's employment law subject matter expert, you will provide practical, commercially focused advice on a wide range of workforce-related matters while supporting the business in maintaining a compliant, high-performing and people-focused culture. You will be trusted to balance legal risk with commercial objectives, helping leaders make informed decisions across a complex and evolving international environment. Key Responsibilities Serve as a trusted adviser to the People team and senior leadership on complex employment law matters across multiple jurisdictions. Provide expert legal guidance on employee relations issues, including disciplinary matters, grievances, performance management, investigations, redundancies, restructures and workplace disputes. Monitor and advise on developments in employment legislation and workplace regulations, ensuring continued compliance across the business. Manage employment-related claims and disputes, including liaising with external counsel and supporting settlement negotiations where required. Draft, review and update employment contracts, policies, employee handbooks and related documentation. Identify legal and regulatory risks associated with workforce decisions and recommend practical mitigation strategies. Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and become a key strategic partner to the People function. Support employee incentive and equity programmes from a legal and governance perspective. Contribute to broader Legal team initiatives, including advising on commercial contracts, supplier agreements and other corporate legal matters as required. Lead or support cross-functional projects and organisational change initiatives. About You Qualified Lawyer admitted in the UK or similar common law jurisdiction At least 10+ years' of post-qualification experience, with employment law as your primary area of expertise. Strong experience gained within a leading law firm, in-house legal team, or a combination of both. Excellent technical employment law knowledge and ability to apply it in a pragmatic, commercial manner. Experience advising on complex employee relations matters and organisational change projects. Exceptional stakeholder management and relationship-building skills. Strong drafting, negotiation and communication abilities. Proven ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment. Highly organised, proactive and solutions-focused. Desirable Experience In-house legal experience within a regulated or professional services environment. International employment law advisory experience. Exposure to employee share plans, reward structures or executive compensation matters. Experience supporting multi-jurisdictional businesses through periods of growth and transformation. What's on Offer This is a unique opportunity to join a collaborative and ambitious organisation where legal plays a strategic role in business success. You'll work closely with senior leadership, gain exposure to complex international employment law issues and contribute to key business decisions across a growing global platform. The organisation is committed to supporting professional development through ongoing training, technical learning and career progression opportunities. Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates

About Us Global Canopy is a data-driven not for profit delivering real transparency and accountability for market impacts on nature and people. Our special focus is on ending deforestation an essential step in achieving urgent global goals on climate, nature and human rights. We deliver our work by building and maintaining open-data platforms, creating stronger voluntary and compliance frameworks, and accelerating accountability and action in the finance sector with nature-positive guidance to help achieve deforestation-free portfolios. We work globally, with a focus on both forested regions (particularly across Latin America and South East Asia), and major consumer and financial markets (with a focus on Europe, the US, Singapore and China). We have a distributed team of around 70 people worldwide, with a main office in Oxford (UK). We work via close and deep partnerships, including with institutions like the Stockholm Environment Institute, the UN Climate Change High-Level Champions, UNEP Finance Initiative, the World Conservation Monitoring Centre, the Zoological Society of London, and many many others. About the Role As People and Culture Lead, reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, you will be responsible for the delivery and development of the People function at Global Canopy. Providing advice and support to the Leadership Team and colleagues across the organisation, you will lead on people and culture initiatives that enable our team to maximise their potential, resulting in greater impact as an organisation. You will bring excellent relationship-building and influencing skills as well as strong technical expertise to ensure that we can recruit, retain, develop, support and engage the people we rely on to deliver our vital work for forests, nature and human rights. You will manage all aspects of team members journey with the organisation, including recruitment, performance and development, employee relations and pay and benefits. This is a great role for an experienced People professional who believes in the power of a people-centred organisation, has had previous success in delivering people and culture change projects and working in a business-partnering role. You will be comfortable managing upwards, acting as a trusted advisor, and confident being the face of People and Culture at an organisational level. You will thrive in a dynamic non-profit environment, delivering on complex and impactful projects around the world. We are looking for someone who leads with empathy and wisdom, putting individuals at the heart of their work. Responsibilities Employee life cycle management Be responsible for the creation, maintenance, evolution and operation of all HR policies, processes and systems Work closely with the leadership team and internal boards on areas such as recruitment, performance, learning and development, absence, salaries/benefits, job grading and employee engagement Ensure the ongoing development of our P&C offering is aligned with our culture Support & advice to leaders and managers Build strong working relationships with senior team leaders in order to support them directly Provide coaching, guidance and support to people managers ensuring that our people are supported to thrive and develop Advise on people issues and managing cases, to ensure that processes are followed in line with Global Canopy s policy, best practice and employment legislation Support delivery of Global Canopy s People plan Alongside the COO, drive the implementation of people initiatives and be responsible for the successful embedding of changes Lead on connection and collaboration initiatives to build a cohesive, highly motivated team in line with Global Canopy s culture and in the context of hybrid working Provide and present reports and maintain KPIs related to our people. Management Line management of People and Recruitment Advisor, supporting them in their management of recruitment for Global Canopy, and providing coaching and mentoring to support their ongoing development Manage the relationship with our EOR providers Alongside the COO and IT & Operations Manager, provide leadership on data protection across the organisation About You To be successful in this role , these are the things that will matter the most: People-first and positive approach to HR management Broad experience of managing human resources work across organisations, with a good understanding of HR procedures and legislation in the UK Alignment with our values and our mission and a commitment to collaboration and a passion for developing an organisational culture in which people thrive Essential behavioural competencies: Leading with warmth Demonstrates credibility and emotional intelligence Structured and effective in communications Able to handle difficult situations sensitively and confidentially Initiative and ability to manage and prioritise own workload, working to deadlines Creativity Skills and experience: Required: CIPD level 5 or equivalent experience Experience managing all aspects of employee lifecycle Strong understanding of UK employment law and best practice Experience and expertise to support in the areas of diversity and inclusion, learning and development, and employee wellbeing and engagement in a hybrid context Experience of working in an advisory capacity and regularly reporting to senior leaders Experience of working across different departments/functions in a matrixed and int l organisation Line management experience Desirable: Ability to take a leadership role in change projects Experience of working internationally with employees based outside the UK and covered by non-UK law Experience or understanding of the context for a charity / not for profit organisation Salary & Benefits Salary: £55,000- £60,000 full time equivalent. This role sits within Band C on Global Canopy s remuneration framework. Nature of contract: Full time or 0.8 FTE. Permanent. This is a hybrid role working from home and our office in Oxford. There is a requirement to attend the office once a week and for other meetings/work as required. Holidays: 36 days (including bank/public holidays) for discretionary use across the annual leave year. Option to purchase up to an additional 5 days or equivalent of one week s leave. Pension: Employer pension contribution of 8%. Healthcare cashback plan: Covering dental fees, eye-care, wellbeing, physiotherapy, chiropody and much more for you and any children. Employee Assistance Programme: Which provides free, confidential advice on personal and legal matters. Other: Huge range of discounts and cashback deals at gyms, restaurants, holidays, and much more. How to Apply To apply for the position, please follow the instructions and submit an up-to date CV and covering letter. The covering letter should explain your motivation for the role, and how your skills and experience fit the person specification. (Please no more than 1 side of A4). Right-to-work in the UK is required for this role. All candidates are asked to complete an anonymous diversity monitoring form when they apply. This is an open-ended recruitment. Early application is encouraged, as we will close the position once enough suitable candidates for interview are identified. The first stage will be an introductory call with our third-party HR consultant. Those progressed to the second stage will be invited to complete a written assessment and join a virtual interview (with a brief presentation element). Finalists will be invited to interview in Oxford (we will reimburse reasonable travel costs) with the Executive Director and key colleagues.

International Financial Controller - Forum for the Future About Forum for the Future Forum for the Future is a leading international sustainability charity working with business, government and civil society to accelerate the transition to a just and regenerative future. Operating across the UK, US, India and Singapore, Forum for the Future focuses on transforming food systems, accelerating a clean energy transition, and redefining the role of business in delivering long-term value. The Opportunity Ivy Rock Partners is supporting Forum for the Future in the search for a International Financial Controller to lead financial control, statutory reporting and audit across a complex international group. This is a hands-on, technically focused role overseeing financial reporting across four legal entities (UK, US, India and Singapore), ensuring strong controls, accurate consolidation and high-quality statutory reporting. A key feature of the role is managing audit cycles across different jurisdictions. The role suits a qualified accountant with a strong audit or practice background who enjoys working in complex, multi-entity environments and bringing structure and discipline to financial operations. Key Responsibilities Lead financial control and statutory reporting across UK, US, India and Singapore entities Manage month-end, year-end close and group consolidation processes Oversee intercompany accounting, FX and cash management Lead multiple annual audits, coordinating timelines across jurisdictions Ensure compliance with local tax, statutory and regulatory requirements Maintain and strengthen financial controls and governance frameworks Manage a team of two finance professionals Act as a key point of contact for auditors and senior stakeholders Drive continuous improvements in systems, processes, and reporting to enhance efficiency and minimise risk. About You ACA / ACCA / CA qualified, ideally trained in audit or practice Strong technical accounting and statutory reporting experience Confident managing audits and external stakeholders Desirable Charity / not-for-profit or international development experience Knowledge of SORP Group consolidation and FX exposure Line management experience Working Arrangements Salary: £56,500 £60,000 Hybrid working (1-2 days per week in London office) This role can be recruited on a full time, 0.8 or 0.9 FTE basis. For further information, please contact Ivy Rock Partners. Permanent role (candidates interested in the position on a fixed-term contract basis are also invited to apply).

About Depaul International Our vision is of a society in which everyone has a place to call home and a stake in their community. We aim to end homelessness and change the lives of those affected by it. Depaul International, made up internationally of eight member organisations, exists because we believe everyone deserves the dignity and security of a place to call home. We are committed to ending homelessness and improving the lives of the people affected by it. Depaul International s current six-year strategy is focussed on four key areas: Service: Developing evidence-based solutions to develop services to prevent and end homelessness on a local, national and global scale Reach: Empowering member organisations to lead services in their own countries, establishing partnerships and cross-sector working globally to strengthen capacity and scale. Voice: Advocating for local, national, and global responses to end homelessness Values: Working to strengthen client involvement and enabling our clients to influence decision making to ensure our services are welcoming, accessible and just. The incoming Director of Finance will play a key role in delivering this strategy, providing the financial leadership needed to support international growth, strengthen resilience, and ensure sustainable impact worldwide. Key Responsibilities Lead financial management across Depaul Group, supporting National Members, this includes consolidated reporting, budgeting, cashflow and audits. Develop and implement financial strategy, controls, policies and best practice across the charity Act as principal financial adviser to the CEO, Executive Team, Board and Committees. Provide insightful financial reporting, forecasting and risk analysis to support decision-making. Oversee governance, compliance, company secretarial duties and data protection. Lead group-wide internal audit processes and financial due diligence activities. Support and strengthen finance capacity across international member organisations. Manage key external relationships including auditors, bankers, legal advisers, investment portfolio managers, insurers and regulators. Pivotal member of the Executive Team, which leads the development of organisational strategy, performance and culture. Lead and develop the finance function. About You You will be a qualified accountant (CCAB qualified or equivalent), You will have experience in senior leadership roles (Head of Finance, Director of Finance or similar) within the charity or wider non-profit sector You will have the ability to balance strategic leadership with operational delivery in a small, collaborative organisation You will be pragmatic and collaborative, and passionate about social justice and the work Depaul International undertakes to end homelessness. We welcome applications from ambitious senior finance leaders who are ready to take their first step into a Director of Finance position and can demonstrate the strategic capability, leadership skills and values alignment required for the role. Further Information Hybrid working of 3 days per week of central London based office This role will require occasional international travel to member organisation countries Interviews will be held w/c 13th July and w/c 20th July for first and second stage interviews respectively Ivy Rock Partners is working exclusively with Depaul International for this appointment. Depaul International is a faith-inspired charity rooted in St Vincent de Paul's tradition of dignity and compassion. We welcome people of all backgrounds, faiths, beliefs and non-beliefs, working together towards a shared goal of ending homelessness and creating positive social change. If you are looking for an opportunity to use your financial leadership skills to drive meaningful social impact on a global scale, we would love to hear from you. For a confidential discussion, please contact Holly Arrowsmith at Ivy Rock Partners.

Senior Legal Counsel Location: Southampton Salary: Competitive + Bonus + Benefits WFH: 2 days work from home, 3 days office-based Reporting to: Group General Counsel Direct Reports: 1 direct report About the Role: An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Legal Counsel to join a growing and highly regarded alternative investments organisation. Reporting directly to the Group Head of Legal, you will play a key role in advising the business on a broad range of legal and regulatory matters across private markets, financial services, corporate governance, commercial contracts and data protection. This is a highly visible position offering significant exposure to senior stakeholders and strategic business initiatives. This role is ideally suited to a commercially minded lawyer who enjoys partnering with the business, influencing decision-making and operating in a fast-paced, international environment. Key Responsibilities Provide practical, commercially focused legal advice across financial services regulation, alternative investment funds, data protection and commercial contracting matters. Support and oversee members of the Legal team, contributing to the continued development of the function. Partner closely with senior stakeholders across Finance, Compliance, Risk and wider business teams. Lead and support negotiations with clients, suppliers and other third parties. Monitor legal and regulatory developments impacting the alternative investment funds sector and advise on potential business implications. Promote awareness and understanding of relevant legal and regulatory obligations across the organisation. Review, enhance and streamline legal documentation, corporate policies and contractual precedents. Represent the Legal function on strategic projects and business initiatives. About You Qualified Solicitor or similar qualification. At least 8+ years of post-qualification experience as a rough guide. Law degree or similar qualification. Significant experience advising on corporate, financial services regulatory and commercial legal matters. An understanding of the alternative investment funds or wider asset management industry is helpful but not essential for this role. Proven ability to deliver clear, pragmatic and commercially focused legal advice. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and complex projects simultaneously. Comfortable operating in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. Strong relationship-building skills and a collaborative approach. High level of attention to detail and sound commercial judgement. Experience The successful candidate will typically have a combination of: In-house legal experience within a financial services, asset management or alternative investments business; and Private practice experience gained within a leading law firm advising international clients. What's on Offer This is an opportunity to join a collaborative and ambitious organisation where legal is viewed as a strategic business partner. You will work closely with senior leadership, gain exposure to complex and evolving legal issues, and play a meaningful role in supporting the continued growth of the business. The organisation is committed to ongoing professional development and provides access to both technical training and professional qualifications to support long-term career progression. Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates

Astute's Renewables Team is partnering with a UK based renewable energy company who specialises in the development, construction and operation of utility scale solar projects, to recruit a Senior Procurement Officer for their UK business. The Senior Procurement Officer comes with a Salary up to 65,000 + training and development opportunities. If you're an experienced Procurement Officer and are looking to work for an organisation that has strong commitment to people and planet, then submit your CV to apply today. Responsibilities and duties of the Senior Procurement Officer role Reporting to the Operations Director you will: Lead and manage end-to-end procurement activities across large-scale renewable energy projects, ensuring alignment with commercial and operational objectives Develop and implement strategic sourcing strategies to optimise supplier performance, mitigate risk and deliver long-term value across the supply chain Lead high-value supplier and subcontractor negotiations, securing favourable commercial, contractual and legal terms Build and manage strategic supplier relationships, driving performance, service delivery and continuous improvement initiatives Oversee contract management activities including tendering, contract execution, compliance and commercial governance Conduct market analysis and supply chain assessments to identify procurement risks, cost-saving opportunities and sourcing improvements Partner with senior project and operational stakeholders to provide procurement leadership and support across multiple business-critical projects Drive procurement best practice, governance and process improvement initiatives while supporting cost reduction, supply chain resilience and overall business performance Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following: Degree qualified in a relevant discipline or equivalent industry experience within procurement, construction, engineering or infrastructure sectors Strong knowledge of tendering processes, procurement strategy and contract management, with exposure to construction contracts Commercially aware with strong negotiation skills and a focus on cost control, quality and supplier performance Highly organised and capable of managing multiple priorities, stakeholders and procurement activities simultaneously Self-motivated team player with strong communication skills, leadership capability and proficiency in Microsoft Office applications Personal skills The Senior Procurement Officer role would suit someone who is: An experienced procurement professional with a strong track record in strategic sourcing, supplier management, and contract negotiation Commercially aware, with the ability to balance cost, quality, and risk effectively Confident working in a fast-paced environment and managing end-to-end procurement activities Strong at stakeholder engagement, with the ability to influence and build effective relationships at all levels Proactive and solution-focused, with a continuous improvement mindset and experience in regulated or project-based environments beneficial Salary and benefits of the Senior Procurement role Salary up to 65,000 depending on experience Training and Continuous Professional Development Life Insurance Health Insurance Cycle to Work Scheme INDREN Astute People are acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy. We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and comply with all relevant UK legislation. We encourage applications from individuals from all backgrounds but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Astute is also committed to the government's Disability Confident Employer initiative. We endeavour to get back to everyone, however, if you have not heard anything after 7 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.

Legal PA - Real Estate Manchester £33,000 - £37,000 (negotiable) Are you an experienced Legal PA who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys supporting senior stakeholders? We're recruiting for a highly respected and award winning international law firm seeking a confident and proactive Legal PA to join its thriving Transactional Real Estate team in Manchester. This is not your average Legal PA role. You'll be supporting a very busy Partner alongside a team of Associates and Managing Associates within one of the firm's largest departments. The role requires someone who is highly organised, commercially aware and confident enough to manage priorities, influence where needed and keep things running smoothly. What you'll be doing: Managing complex and ever-changing diaries Organising meetings, travel and client events Handling billing, expenses and financial administration Supporting a busy Real Estate team with day-to-day PA duties Building strong relationships with clients and internal stakeholders Ensuring deadlines and priorities are effectively managed What we're looking for: 3 years plus Legal PA experience within a law firm Experience supporting Partners or senior legal professionals Excellent organisational and communication skills Strong billing and diary management experience A proactive approach and the confidence to work with senior stakeholders Real Estate or Property law experience would be advantageous Why apply? Join one of Manchester's most successful Real Estate teams Work alongside highly regarded legal professionals Genuine opportunity to make an impact Friendly and supportive culture Competitive salary and benefits package What's on offer: 3 days in the office, 2 WFH (not set days) Discretionary bonus 25 days holiday plus 10 days buy back scheme Interest free travel loan Private healthcare

Your new company You will be joining a highly regarded, international organisation operating within a complex and fast-evolving sector. The business is well established in the UK and Ireland with a strong reputation for delivering innovative, high-value solutions to its customers. The environment is commercially driven, regulated and procurement-led, with a clear focus on balancing growth, compliance and long-term partnerships. The role is outside of scope, paying 300- 360 per day (Ltd / UMB) outside IR35. Your new role As Commercial Contracts Manager, you will sit within a specialist team responsible for drafting, negotiating and advising on a wide range of customer and supplier contracts. A significant part of the role will involve supporting tender activity, working closely with bids and commercial teams to assess risk, shape submissions and position the business effectively. You will take ownership of contract reviews and negotiations across multiple high-value opportunities at any one time, providing clear, pragmatic advice to internal stakeholders. Alongside this, you will advise on live contracts, handle variations, and support on a broad range of commercial documentation. This is a visible role across the business, requiring you to build strong internal relationships and influence decision making, while ensuring that commercial objectives are met without exposing the organisation to unnecessary risk. What you'll need to succeed You will bring a strong foundation in commercial contracts, ideally as a qualified lawyer or with a recognised contract qualification, although significant practical experience will be equally valuable. You will have a track record of: Drafting and negotiating complex, high-value contracts Operating within tender or procurement-led environments Providing clear, commercially grounded advice to non-legal stakeholders Experience within regulated sectors or exposure to public procurement frameworks will be advantageous, as will a working understanding of data protection considerations. From a personal perspective, you will be: Commercially minded and pragmatic in your approach Comfortable managing multiple priorities in a deadline-driven setting Confident engaging with stakeholders at all levels Detail orientated, with strong drafting and negotiation capability Resilient, proactive and able to work both independently and as part of a wider team. What you'll get in return You will gain exposure to complex, high-value commercial work within a well-structured and supportive environment. The role offers the opportunity to work closely with senior stakeholders across multiple business areas, enhancing both your technical and commercial skill set. This is a 12-month opportunity that will suit someone looking to further develop their experience in a dynamic, collaborative setting, where you will have genuine influence on commercial outcomes and contractual strategy. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)

Senior Employment Solicitor - Cardiff Opportunity to Establish and Lead a New Office A growing boutique employment law firm is seeking a Senior Employment Solicitor to play a key role in establishing and developing its Cardiff office. This is a rare opportunity for an ambitious solicitor with an entrepreneurial mindset to shape and lead a new regional presence within a well-supported and collaborative firm. About the Role The successful candidate will take a leading role in setting up and growing the Cardiff office, with responsibility for providing high-quality employment law advice to a diverse client base. In the initial phase, there will be flexibility to provide remote support to work generated by the firm's established Bristol office, allowing the Cardiff presence to be developed sustainably and strategically. Who We Are Looking For While this role is ideally suited to a senior employment solicitor, we are keen to speak with experienced employment solicitors who have the drive and capability to contribute to the growth of a new office. You may be: A senior solicitor or partner looking to build and lead a Cardiff-based practice An experienced solicitor ready to step into a more autonomous and strategic role An employment lawyer seeking flexibility, influence, and long-term career progression Key Responsibilities Advising employers and/or employees across the full range of employment law matters Supporting and collaborating with the Bristol office on existing and incoming work Playing a central role in establishing and growing the Cardiff office Developing client relationships and contributing to business development Helping shape the culture, processes, and strategic direction of the Cardiff team What We're Looking For Strong technical experience in employment law A proactive, solutions-focused approach Commercial awareness and enthusiasm for business development Ability to work independently while collaborating with a wider team Interest in helping grow a boutique practice and regional presence What's on Offer The opportunity to help build a Cardiff office from the ground up High degree of autonomy with genuine support from an established Bristol team Flexible working, including remote working during the initial setup phase Competitive remuneration package, aligned with experience and role expectations Clear long-term progression opportunities within a growing firm Interested? If you are an employment solicitor interested in playing a pivotal role in launching and developing a Cardiff office, we would be delighted to hear from you. Confidential discussions are welcomed. Please get in touch with Sam Higgins at Simpson Judge either on (phone number removed).