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BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER - RETAIL THATCHAM, BERSKSHIRE HYBRID UP TO 55,000 UP TO 10,000 OTE + BONUS + COMMISSION Looking to join a growing and innovative business that genuinely makes a difference to people's everyday lives? This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established company, with 20-years in supplying products to both retail and trade partners across the UK, operating across the health, wellbeing, and independent living sectors. Get Recruited are partnering with a market-leading retail and distribution business that is continuing to grow its commercial presence across key retail, wholesale, and distributor channels. They are now looking for an experienced Senior Business Development Manager to play a key role in driving growth, developing strategic partnerships, and expanding existing national accounts. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially driven sales professional who enjoys building relationships, identifying new opportunities, and working within a collaborative SME environment where you can genuinely make an impact. Key Responsibilities: Develop and implement sales strategies alongside the Managing Director to drive business growth and achieve revenue targets Manage and grow a portfolio of existing retail, wholesale, and distributor accounts through strong relationship management and account development Identify opportunities to maximise revenue within existing customer accounts Generate and convert new business opportunities across retail and trade channels Build relationships with key national retailers, wholesalers, and distribution partners Support product launches, sales forecasting, and strategic commercial planning Deliver engaging presentations and sales pitches to prospective customers and partners Work collaboratively with internal teams to ensure excellent customer service and account support Attend customer meetings, trade events, and exhibitions across the UK as required You must have: Proven experience in business development, account management, or commercial sales within a retail or trade partner environment Experience managing or developing relationships with national retailers A proactive and self-motivated approach with strong relationship-building skills Excellent presentation, negotiation, and commercial awareness A track record of exceeding sales targets and securing new business wins Full UK driving licence and flexibility to travel nationally with occasional overnight stays Proven experience as the following: Senior Business Development Manager, National Account Manager, Retail Account Manager, Commercial Manager, Trade Sales Manager, Key Account Manager, Business Development Executive, Partnerships Manager, Sales Manager, Channel Development Manager Benefits: Commission + Bonus structure Hybrid working Growing and supportive SME environment Opportunity to work with innovative wellbeing and independent living products Career progression opportunities Collaborative and friendly team culture By sending an application or applying for a job, you consent to your personal data being processed and stored by Get Recruited (UK) Ltd in accordance with our Cookie & Privacy Policy (available in the footer on our website). Get Recruited (UK) Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and as an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. We are an equal opportunities employer and we never charge candidates a fee for our services.

Fire Safety Advisor required to joing a 20 year established health, safety and fire consultancy business within the Fire Safety Services team. Applications are welcome from experienced Fire Safety Advisers, Fire Risk Assessors, or Fire Consultants looking to join a professional consultancy that values expertise, client service, and continuous improvement. The company offer ongoing professional development and support with CPD and a supportive team environment with opportunities for career progression. Reporting directly to the Director you will play a key role in delivering high-quality fire safety consultancy services across residential, commercial, industrial and high-risk buildings. This is an excellent opportunity to enjoy a varied workload, client interaction and the opportunity to influence fire safety standards across varied projects. Key Responsibilities Conduct fire risk assessments across a variety of premises, using both intrusive and non-intrusive inspection methods. Assess fire hazards and existing fire safety measures, including fire alarms, suppression systems, fire doors, extinguishers, compartmentation, and means of escape. Identify areas of non-compliance and provide practical, risk-based recommendations for remedial action. Review new and existing building designs to ensure compliance with relevant fire safety legislation and guidance. Assess fire compartmentation, smoke control measures, evacuation strategies, and external wall systems. Prepare clear, professional reports outlining findings, risks, and recommendations. Support clients with fire safety training, fire drills, and emergency planning. Liaise with Fire & Rescue Services, Building Control, local authorities, contractors, and design teams. Monitor fire safety remedial works and provide technical guidance. Maintain accurate site records and evidence as part of professional due diligence. Keep up to date with evolving legislation, standards, and industry best practice. Essential A Diploma, level 4 or 5 fire safety, engineering or fire prevention Diploma in Fire Prevention or equivalent appropriate qualification. Experience delivering fire consultancy, auditing, or fire risk assessment services. Strong working knowledge of UK fire safety legislation, standards, and guidance including (but not all). Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 Fire Safety (England) Regulations 2022 Approved Document B PAS 79 PAS 9980 BS 9999, BS 9991, BS 5839 and associated standards Fire Safety in Purpose-Built Blocks of Flats LACORS Guidance Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong report-writing and client-facing skills. Good IT literacy and ability to use digital reporting systems. Demonstrable commitment to Continuing Professional Development (CPD). Full UK Driving Licence. Willingness to travel regularly throughout the South and South East. Desirable Membership of the Institution of Fire Engineers (IFE). Experience delivering Fire Safety Strategies and FRAEWs. Knowledge of cladding systems, external wall assessments, and remediation projects. What they offer Competitive salary based on experience plus strong benefits. Hybrid working Varied and technically challenging workload. Ongoing professional development and support with CPD. Opportunity to work with a respected and growing consultancy. Supportive team environment with opportunities for career progression. Flexible working arrangements where appropriate.

Fire Safety Advisor required to joing a 20 year established health, safety and fire consultancy business within the Fire Safety Services team. Applications are welcome from experienced Fire Safety Advisers, Fire Risk Assessors, or Fire Consultants looking to join a professional consultancy that values expertise, client service, and continuous improvement. The company offer ongoing professional development and support with CPD and a supportive team environment with opportunities for career progression. Reporting directly to the Director you will play a key role in delivering high-quality fire safety consultancy services across residential, commercial, industrial and high-risk buildings. This is an excellent opportunity to enjoy a varied workload, client interaction and the opportunity to influence fire safety standards across varied projects. Key Responsibilities Conduct fire risk assessments across a variety of premises, using both intrusive and non-intrusive inspection methods. Assess fire hazards and existing fire safety measures, including fire alarms, suppression systems, fire doors, extinguishers, compartmentation, and means of escape. Identify areas of non-compliance and provide practical, risk-based recommendations for remedial action. Review new and existing building designs to ensure compliance with relevant fire safety legislation and guidance. Assess fire compartmentation, smoke control measures, evacuation strategies, and external wall systems. Prepare clear, professional reports outlining findings, risks, and recommendations. Support clients with fire safety training, fire drills, and emergency planning. Liaise with Fire & Rescue Services, Building Control, local authorities, contractors, and design teams. Monitor fire safety remedial works and provide technical guidance. Maintain accurate site records and evidence as part of professional due diligence. Keep up to date with evolving legislation, standards, and industry best practice. Essential A Diploma, level 4 or 5 fire safety, engineering or fire prevention Diploma in Fire Prevention or equivalent appropriate qualification. Experience delivering fire consultancy, auditing, or fire risk assessment services. Strong working knowledge of UK fire safety legislation, standards, and guidance including (but not all). Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 Fire Safety (England) Regulations 2022 Approved Document B PAS 79 PAS 9980 BS 9999, BS 9991, BS 5839 and associated standards Fire Safety in Purpose-Built Blocks of Flats LACORS Guidance Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong report-writing and client-facing skills. Good IT literacy and ability to use digital reporting systems. Demonstrable commitment to Continuing Professional Development (CPD). Full UK Driving Licence. Willingness to travel regularly throughout the South and South East. Desirable Membership of the Institution of Fire Engineers (IFE). Experience delivering Fire Safety Strategies and FRAEWs. Knowledge of cladding systems, external wall assessments, and remediation projects. What they offer Competitive salary based on experience plus strong benefits. Hybrid working Varied and technically challenging workload. Ongoing professional development and support with CPD. Opportunity to work with a respected and growing consultancy. Supportive team environment with opportunities for career progression. Flexible working arrangements where appropriate.

Fire Safety Advisor required to joing a 20 year established health, safety and fire consultancy business within the Fire Safety Services team. Applications are welcome from experienced Fire Safety Advisers, Fire Risk Assessors, or Fire Consultants looking to join a professional consultancy that values expertise, client service, and continuous improvement. The company offer ongoing professional development and support with CPD and a supportive team environment with opportunities for career progression. Reporting directly to the Director you will play a key role in delivering high-quality fire safety consultancy services across residential, commercial, industrial and high-risk buildings. This is an excellent opportunity to enjoy a varied workload, client interaction and the opportunity to influence fire safety standards across varied projects. Key Responsibilities Conduct fire risk assessments across a variety of premises, using both intrusive and non-intrusive inspection methods. Assess fire hazards and existing fire safety measures, including fire alarms, suppression systems, fire doors, extinguishers, compartmentation, and means of escape. Identify areas of non-compliance and provide practical, risk-based recommendations for remedial action. Review new and existing building designs to ensure compliance with relevant fire safety legislation and guidance. Assess fire compartmentation, smoke control measures, evacuation strategies, and external wall systems. Prepare clear, professional reports outlining findings, risks, and recommendations. Support clients with fire safety training, fire drills, and emergency planning. Liaise with Fire & Rescue Services, Building Control, local authorities, contractors, and design teams. Monitor fire safety remedial works and provide technical guidance. Maintain accurate site records and evidence as part of professional due diligence. Keep up to date with evolving legislation, standards, and industry best practice. Essential A Diploma, level 4 or 5 fire safety, engineering or fire prevention Diploma in Fire Prevention or equivalent appropriate qualification. Experience delivering fire consultancy, auditing, or fire risk assessment services. Strong working knowledge of UK fire safety legislation, standards, and guidance including (but not all). Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 Fire Safety (England) Regulations 2022 Approved Document B PAS 79 PAS 9980 BS 9999, BS 9991, BS 5839 and associated standards Fire Safety in Purpose-Built Blocks of Flats LACORS Guidance Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong report-writing and client-facing skills. Good IT literacy and ability to use digital reporting systems. Demonstrable commitment to Continuing Professional Development (CPD). Full UK Driving Licence. Willingness to travel regularly throughout the South and South East. Desirable Membership of the Institution of Fire Engineers (IFE). Experience delivering Fire Safety Strategies and FRAEWs. Knowledge of cladding systems, external wall assessments, and remediation projects. What they offer Competitive salary based on experience plus strong benefits. Hybrid working Varied and technically challenging workload. Ongoing professional development and support with CPD. Opportunity to work with a respected and growing consultancy. Supportive team environment with opportunities for career progression. Flexible working arrangements where appropriate.

Fire Safety Advisor required to joing a 20 year established health, safety and fire consultancy business within the Fire Safety Services team. Applications are welcome from experienced Fire Safety Advisers, Fire Risk Assessors, or Fire Consultants looking to join a professional consultancy that values expertise, client service, and continuous improvement. The company offer ongoing professional development and support with CPD and a supportive team environment with opportunities for career progression. Reporting directly to the Director you will play a key role in delivering high-quality fire safety consultancy services across residential, commercial, industrial and high-risk buildings. This is an excellent opportunity to enjoy a varied workload, client interaction and the opportunity to influence fire safety standards across varied projects. Key Responsibilities Conduct fire risk assessments across a variety of premises, using both intrusive and non-intrusive inspection methods. Assess fire hazards and existing fire safety measures, including fire alarms, suppression systems, fire doors, extinguishers, compartmentation, and means of escape. Identify areas of non-compliance and provide practical, risk-based recommendations for remedial action. Review new and existing building designs to ensure compliance with relevant fire safety legislation and guidance. Assess fire compartmentation, smoke control measures, evacuation strategies, and external wall systems. Prepare clear, professional reports outlining findings, risks, and recommendations. Support clients with fire safety training, fire drills, and emergency planning. Liaise with Fire & Rescue Services, Building Control, local authorities, contractors, and design teams. Monitor fire safety remedial works and provide technical guidance. Maintain accurate site records and evidence as part of professional due diligence. Keep up to date with evolving legislation, standards, and industry best practice. Essential A Diploma, level 4 or 5 fire safety, engineering or fire prevention Diploma in Fire Prevention or equivalent appropriate qualification. Experience delivering fire consultancy, auditing, or fire risk assessment services. Strong working knowledge of UK fire safety legislation, standards, and guidance including (but not all). Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 Fire Safety (England) Regulations 2022 Approved Document B PAS 79 PAS 9980 BS 9999, BS 9991, BS 5839 and associated standards Fire Safety in Purpose-Built Blocks of Flats LACORS Guidance Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong report-writing and client-facing skills. Good IT literacy and ability to use digital reporting systems. Demonstrable commitment to Continuing Professional Development (CPD). Full UK Driving Licence. Willingness to travel primarily throughout the local region. Desirable Membership of the Institution of Fire Engineers (IFE). Experience delivering Fire Safety Strategies and FRAEWs. Knowledge of cladding systems, external wall assessments, and remediation projects. What they offer Competitive salary based on experience plus strong benefits. Hybrid working Varied and technically challenging workload. Ongoing professional development and support with CPD. Opportunity to work with a respected and growing consultancy. Supportive team environment with opportunities for career progression. Flexible working arrangements where appropriate.

Fire Safety Advisor required to joing a 20 year established health, safety and fire consultancy business within the Fire Safety Services team. Applications are welcome from experienced Fire Safety Advisers, Fire Risk Assessors, or Fire Consultants looking to join a professional consultancy that values expertise, client service, and continuous improvement. The company offer ongoing professional development and support with CPD and a supportive team environment with opportunities for career progression. Reporting directly to the Director you will play a key role in delivering high-quality fire safety consultancy services across residential, commercial, industrial and high-risk buildings. This is an excellent opportunity to enjoy a varied workload, client interaction and the opportunity to influence fire safety standards across varied projects. Key Responsibilities Conduct fire risk assessments across a variety of premises, using both intrusive and non-intrusive inspection methods. Assess fire hazards and existing fire safety measures, including fire alarms, suppression systems, fire doors, extinguishers, compartmentation, and means of escape. Identify areas of non-compliance and provide practical, risk-based recommendations for remedial action. Review new and existing building designs to ensure compliance with relevant fire safety legislation and guidance. Assess fire compartmentation, smoke control measures, evacuation strategies, and external wall systems. Prepare clear, professional reports outlining findings, risks, and recommendations. Support clients with fire safety training, fire drills, and emergency planning. Liaise with Fire & Rescue Services, Building Control, local authorities, contractors, and design teams. Monitor fire safety remedial works and provide technical guidance. Maintain accurate site records and evidence as part of professional due diligence. Keep up to date with evolving legislation, standards, and industry best practice. Essential A Diploma, level 4 or 5 fire safety, engineering or fire prevention Diploma in Fire Prevention or equivalent appropriate qualification. Experience delivering fire consultancy, auditing, or fire risk assessment services. Strong working knowledge of UK fire safety legislation, standards, and guidance including (but not all). Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 Fire Safety (England) Regulations 2022 Approved Document B PAS 79 PAS 9980 BS 9999, BS 9991, BS 5839 and associated standards Fire Safety in Purpose-Built Blocks of Flats LACORS Guidance Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong report-writing and client-facing skills. Good IT literacy and ability to use digital reporting systems. Demonstrable commitment to Continuing Professional Development (CPD). Full UK Driving Licence. Willingness to travel regularly throughout the South and South East. Desirable Membership of the Institution of Fire Engineers (IFE). Experience delivering Fire Safety Strategies and FRAEWs. Knowledge of cladding systems, external wall assessments, and remediation projects. What they offer Competitive salary based on experience plus strong benefits. Hybrid working Varied and technically challenging workload. Ongoing professional development and support with CPD. Opportunity to work with a respected and growing consultancy. Supportive team environment with opportunities for career progression. Flexible working arrangements where appropriate.

Fire Safety Advisor required to joing a 20 year established health, safety and fire consultancy business within the Fire Safety Services team. Applications are welcome from experienced Fire Safety Advisers, Fire Risk Assessors, or Fire Consultants looking to join a professional consultancy that values expertise, client service, and continuous improvement. The company offer ongoing professional development and support with CPD and a supportive team environment with opportunities for career progression. Reporting directly to the Director you will play a key role in delivering high-quality fire safety consultancy services across residential, commercial, industrial and high-risk buildings. This is an excellent opportunity to enjoy a varied workload, client interaction and the opportunity to influence fire safety standards across varied projects. Key Responsibilities Conduct fire risk assessments across a variety of premises, using both intrusive and non-intrusive inspection methods. Assess fire hazards and existing fire safety measures, including fire alarms, suppression systems, fire doors, extinguishers, compartmentation, and means of escape. Identify areas of non-compliance and provide practical, risk-based recommendations for remedial action. Review new and existing building designs to ensure compliance with relevant fire safety legislation and guidance. Assess fire compartmentation, smoke control measures, evacuation strategies, and external wall systems. Prepare clear, professional reports outlining findings, risks, and recommendations. Support clients with fire safety training, fire drills, and emergency planning. Liaise with Fire & Rescue Services, Building Control, local authorities, contractors, and design teams. Monitor fire safety remedial works and provide technical guidance. Maintain accurate site records and evidence as part of professional due diligence. Keep up to date with evolving legislation, standards, and industry best practice. Essential A Diploma, level 4 or 5 fire safety, engineering or fire prevention Diploma in Fire Prevention or equivalent appropriate qualification. Experience delivering fire consultancy, auditing, or fire risk assessment services. Strong working knowledge of UK fire safety legislation, standards, and guidance including (but not all). Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 Fire Safety (England) Regulations 2022 Approved Document B PAS 79 PAS 9980 BS 9999, BS 9991, BS 5839 and associated standards Fire Safety in Purpose-Built Blocks of Flats LACORS Guidance Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong report-writing and client-facing skills. Good IT literacy and ability to use digital reporting systems. Demonstrable commitment to Continuing Professional Development (CPD). Full UK Driving Licence. Willingness to travel regularly throughout the South and South East. Desirable Membership of the Institution of Fire Engineers (IFE). Experience delivering Fire Safety Strategies and FRAEWs. Knowledge of cladding systems, external wall assessments, and remediation projects. What they offer Competitive salary based on experience plus strong benefits. Hybrid working Varied and technically challenging workload. Ongoing professional development and support with CPD. Opportunity to work with a respected and growing consultancy. Supportive team environment with opportunities for career progression. Flexible working arrangements where appropriate.

Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons Working, achieving, and thriving together, our Tax team move with every challenge. Friendly, driven and diverse, they service our clients across the country and around the world. By providing expertise in many different specialist areas of tax, they collaborate across BDO to deliver wider business solutions. From meeting clients' evolving business needs to managing changes to legislation, there are always fresh challenges to face in the Tax team. If you're after a career that will keep you on your toes, we'll give you the autonomy to drive your career forward. Tax is a dynamic, ever-changing industry. As our clients' needs and the regulatory environment evolve, you'll encounter new problems to solve and new opportunities for growth. Whether it's advising clients on high-profile specialisms like Corporation Tax or leading the implementation of intelligent technology solutions, you'll enjoy variety as well as stretch in your role. BDO supports all kinds of different businesses in different sectors across the UK and around the world. You'll be providing Tax Advisory services to start-ups and scale-ups, to private businesses and FTSE listed multinationals. Each of our clients has different needs and in applying your expertise in different contexts, you'll develop your skills and gain valuable experience that will serve you throughout your career. We'll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be someone who is both comfortable working proactively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with senior managers, directors, and BDO's partners to help businesses effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to organisations we work with. As market leaders, the award-winning Real Estate & Construction tax team at BDO serves a wide and exciting range of domestic and international companies with UK operations. It's your chance to experience a focused and unique blend of the highest level of technical expertise along with extensive experience in commercial transactions. This industry continues to grow rapidly, so there are always new challenges or opportunities that you can take on. At the heart of our success are the strong and progressive relationships we build with our clients and colleagues. With a focus on continuing development and exposure to clients and senior partners, you'll have all the freedom you need to grow your career. Responsibilities: This role will provide corporate tax compliance, advisory and accounting services to a range of clients from small start-ups to major multinationals, predominantly within the real estate and construction sector. Working, and developing relationships, with clients to advise on corporate tax planning and restructuring projects in the UK, as well as producing complex UK tax computations and returns. P-actively manage you own workload, communicating with managers/directors/partners on a regular basis to service their clients. Be able to consider and highlight further opportunities to develop new work. We're looking for someone with: An understanding of and previous experience within UK corporate tax compliance Some experience of providing corporate tax advisory and compliance services to primarily corporate groups, but may include partnership tax returns and non-resident landlord income tax returns Keenness to develop a career within the real estate profession Ability to prepare proposals for new work, including researching target client companies and on technical issues to identify new solutions Ability to manage a small client portfolio Ability to actively seek opportunities for selling new services to existing clients Some experience of dealing with client senior management and key stakeholders Educated to degree level, and CTA and/or ACA qualified or equivalent You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer every colleague the opportunity to work in ways that suit you, your teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for the companies we work with and satisfying experiences for our colleagues, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.

Fawkes & Reece are expanding - and we're looking for driven, ambitious Recruitment Consultants to join our Northampton office. As one of the UK's leading recruitment specialists in the construction, civil engineering, and built environment sectors, we've built our reputation on excellence, relationships, and results. Through increased demand across the market with leading customers we are now looking for passionate people to grow with us. Why Fawkes & Reece? Our consultants are trusted partners to some of the most respected names in the construction and civils sectors, and we take pride in delivering a service that's second to none. We offer a comprehensive benefits package including: Quarterly bonuses incentives All expenses trip for high achievers Exclusive discounts with high end brands Early Friday finish Discounted gym membership Cycle to work and tech schemes Employee wellbeing app 24/7 online doctor support 4x salary life insurance What's in it for you: Uncapped commission structure - your hard work directly rewards you. Comprehensive training & development - from entry-level to director, we'll invest in your career every step of the way. Inclusive and diverse team culture - collaborative, social, and performance-driven. Clear progression - be part of a group business in a growing office offers real progression and leadership opportunities. What we're looking for: We're looking for confident, ambitious individuals with a flair for recruitment and a hunger to succeed. Whether you're an experienced recruiter within the built environment or looking to start your career in a fast-paced, rewarding industry, we'll give you the tools and support to excel. Proven resilience and motivation to achieve targets Strong people and relationship-building skills A team player with a positive attitude What background are we looking for We're seeking individuals from all sectors of recruitment, house lettings and sales who have the right attitude, willingness to learn and drive to build a career. This is your chance to be part of something exciting - to help shape the success of our Northampton office and build a career with one of the industry's most respected recruitment brands.

Partnerships & Operations Coordinator Location: Purfleet, Essex / Hybrid Working Salary: 30,000 per annum + Guaranteed 5,000 Annual Bonus We are a specialist sports travel company that organises UK and international tours for schools, sports clubs, and professional teams. Although established within our sector, we remain a small, agile business with ambitious growth plans and a genuinely supportive culture. With only a handful of employees, every member of the team plays an important role in our success. This is an exciting opportunity to join us at a key stage of our growth and work directly alongside the business owner. The Role We are looking for an organised and relationship-focused Partnerships & Operations Coordinator to support the team. This is a varied role that combines account management, supplier relationship management, business support, and operational coordination. You will play a key role in maintaining relationships with our global network of partners whilst helping identify and develop new suppliers. The successful candidate will become a trusted member of a small team where initiative, communication, and attention to detail are highly valued. Key Responsibilities Build and maintain strong relationships with existing international suppliers, partners, and tour operators. Act as a central point of contact to ensure key relationships remain active and engaged throughout the year. Research, identify, and onboard new suppliers and destination partners worldwide. Support the Managing Director with business coordination and day-to-day operational activities. Ensure effective communication between internal stakeholders and external partners. Attend industry events and trade shows when required. Maintain accurate records of supplier and partner communications. Support projects and operational requirements as the business continues to grow. About You Previous experience in account management, relationship management, partnerships, operations, travel, hospitality, events, or a similar customer-facing role. Excellent communication and relationship-building skills. Highly organised with strong attention to detail. Comfortable working independently within a small business environment. Confident managing multiple priorities and building relationships with stakeholders at all levels. A genuine interest in sport, travel, or both would be highly advantageous. Positive, proactive, and eager to contribute to a growing business. What's On Offer 30,000 basic salary. Guaranteed 5,000 annual bonus. Flexible hybrid working arrangement. Mix of office-based and home working. Opportunity to work directly with the business owner and influence company growth. Exposure to international sports travel projects. Long-term career development within a growing business. Friendly, supportive, and entrepreneurial working environment.

Lead Front End Developer Location: Hybrid 3 days in Leigh-on-Sea studio, 2 days remote Salary: £38,000 £42,000 per annum DOE Vacancy Type: Permanent, Full Time About the Role We re looking for a technically capable and creatively minded Lead Front End Developer to support and evolve the studio s growing web offering. You ll work closely with our director, creatives, and digital team to deliver impactful WordPress websites that balance creativity, performance, and long-term client growth. This role is ideal for someone who s confident taking website concepts from Figma through to polished launch-ready builds, whilst supporting the ongoing evolution of websites through SEO, performance optimisation, and technical improvements. Alongside development, you ll contribute to client relationships, digital problem solving, website management, and the wider growth of the studio s digital capabilities. We re looking for someone proactive, collaborative, and commercially aware who enjoys being part of a creative agency environment rather than purely technical delivery. About the Studio We re a tight-knit creative agency based in Leigh-on-Sea, blending strategy, design, and digital to deliver work we re genuinely proud of. It s a collaborative, down-to-earth studio where ideas are shared, wins are celebrated, and everyone genuinely supports each other. Expect plenty of creativity and a team that works closely together to make things happen. We believe in balance, flexibility, and giving people the space to do their best work. Key Responsibilities Website Development Build responsive WordPress websites primarily within Elementor, alongside custom themes and performance-led front-end approaches, taking concepts from Figma through to polished launch-ready builds that balance creativity, usability, speed, and SEO best practices. Technical Development Support advanced front-end functionality including ACF integration, WooCommerce functionality, custom PHP functions, custom theme integrations, and third-party platform integrations. Website Growth & SEO Work alongside the digital team to continually evolve websites for SEO performance, AI search visibility, speed optimisation, landing page creation, and ongoing website growth. Website & Hosting Management Support the management of hosting platforms, DNS records, plugin management, website updates, backups, staging environments, and the wider studio web portfolio. Client Relationships Build trust across the studio portfolio, support client conversations, identify opportunities for website improvements, and contribute to long-term client growth. Team Collaboration Work closely with internal creatives, digital specialists, and external partners to ensure high-quality project delivery across the studio. Pitching & Onboarding Support new business activity from meetings and pitch preparation through to onboarding and early-stage project delivery. Studio Support Contribute to studio-wide planning, technical problem solving, project prioritisation, and the continued evolution of the studio s digital offering. Knowledge and Experience Strong Experience Required In WordPress and Elementor development ACF and dynamic content structures WooCommerce Custom PHP functions CSS and SASS Website optimisation and technical SEO Third-party integrations including SMTP, Turnstile, reCAPTCHA, Google Maps, and API-based tools Hosting environments and DNS management Custom theme integrations Responsive development and cross-device optimisation Advantageous Skills Wireframing and Designing websites in Figma Building custom Elementor widgets Git version control MySQL databases JavaScript Figma asset exporting and image optimisation workflows Experience working within a creative agency environment Understanding of evolving SEO and AI search trend What You ll Get £38k £42k salary DOE Flexible working (3 days studio, 2 days remote) A tight-knit and creative agency environment in Leigh-on-Sea The chance to work on websites for a range of exciting clients Autonomy and ownership, with senior leadership support Opportunity to grow your influence within the agency Exposure across strategy, creative, web, SEO, and digital growth projects To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Swan Creative, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application.

NEW Financial Controller Opportunity - Hybrid Nr Colchester, Essex Your new company Our client is a highly successful privately owned organisation committed to providing excellent service to a blue-chip clientele. Due to continued organic growth, excellent reputation and successful expansion into new markets, our client is looking to recruit a talented finance professional and people manager to join them as Financial Controller at their offices near Colchester, Essex. Your new role Reporting to the Finance Director, the Financial Controller will take day-to-day responsibility for finance; manage and develop a talented finance team, review and develop processes, controls, and lead the implementation of the new ERP system, BI tools and cybersecurity. Working closely with the Managing Director and board, the Financial Controller will provide strategic and operational finance support, delivering robust governance, insightful management reporting with analysis and strong cash management. The Financial Controller will play a key role in driving financial performance, influencing strategy and decision support through business partnering and the provision of high-quality, focused data-driven management information and modelling. They will lead budgeting, strategic business planning, statutory reporting, and audit. The Financial Controller will be the point of contact with banks, auditors and other professional bodies and will manage the business insurance, and utility contracts ensuring they are good value and fit for purpose. What you'll need to succeed The Financial Controller will be a qualified accountant; ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CGMA. They will be technically strong with good business acumen who is adept at providing business partner support to board and SMT. They will have strong IT skills, implementation of ERP systems and have experience of AI, BI and automation. They will be a confident communicator and presenter, inquisitive, able to ask probing questions, provide data-driven insight and influence in a calm and professional manner. The Financial Controller will be a talented people manager, passionate about leading and developing people and continuous process improvement, creating a talented, happy and motivated team culture. What you'll get in return This is an excellent opportunity for a talented and ambitious Financial Controller to join a successful business with exciting and achievable strategic growth plans. The Financial Controller will be offered a very good market-based salary, plus benefits which include: Pension, life assurance, health plan and health insurance, flexible working, professional development, professional membership fees and CIPD, hybrid working, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, company bonus, team building and celebration events. 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 on your career.

Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons Working, achieving, and thriving together, our Tax team move with every challenge. Friendly, driven and diverse, they service our clients across the country and around the world. By providing expertise in many different specialist areas of tax, they collaborate across BDO to deliver wider business solutions. From meeting clients' evolving business needs to managing changes to legislation, there are always fresh challenges to face in the Tax team. If you're after a career that will keep you on your toes, we'll give you the autonomy to drive your career forward. Tax is a dynamic, ever-changing industry. As our clients' needs and the regulatory environment evolve, you'll encounter new problems to solve and new opportunities for growth. Whether it's advising clients on high-profile specialisms like Corporation Tax or leading the implementation of intelligent technology solutions, you'll enjoy variety as well as stretch in your role. BDO supports all kinds of different businesses in different sectors across the UK and around the world. You'll be providing Tax Advisory services to start-ups and scale-ups, to private businesses and FTSE listed multinationals. Each of our clients has different needs and in applying your expertise in different contexts, you'll develop your skills and gain valuable experience that will serve you throughout your career. We'll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be someone who is both comfortable working proactively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with senior managers, directors, and BDO's partners to help businesses effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to organisations we work with. As market leaders, the award-winning Real Estate & Construction tax team at BDO serves a wide and exciting range of domestic and international companies with UK operations. It's your chance to experience a focused and unique blend of the highest level of technical expertise along with extensive experience in commercial transactions. This industry continues to grow rapidly, so there are always new challenges or opportunities that you can take on. At the heart of our success are the strong and progressive relationships we build with our clients and colleagues. With a focus on continuing development and exposure to clients and senior partners, you'll have all the freedom you need to grow your career. Responsibilities: This role will provide corporate tax compliance, advisory and accounting services to a range of clients from small start-ups to major multinationals, predominantly within the real estate and construction sector. Working, and developing relationships, with clients to advise on corporate tax planning and restructuring projects in the UK, as well as producing complex UK tax computations and returns. P-actively manage you own workload, communicating with managers/directors/partners on a regular basis to service their clients. Be able to consider and highlight further opportunities to develop new work. We're looking for someone with: An understanding of and previous experience within UK corporate tax compliance Some experience of providing corporate tax advisory and compliance services to primarily corporate groups, but may include partnership tax returns and non-resident landlord income tax returns Keenness to develop a career within the real estate profession Ability to prepare proposals for new work, including researching target client companies and on technical issues to identify new solutions Ability to manage a small client portfolio Ability to actively seek opportunities for selling new services to existing clients Some experience of dealing with client senior management and key stakeholders Educated to degree level, and CTA and/or ACA qualified or equivalent You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer every colleague the opportunity to work in ways that suit you, your teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for the companies we work with and satisfying experiences for our colleagues, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.

Due to continued growth and to strengthen their national presence, my client is seeking an accomplished and forward-thinking Group Head of Fleet & Transport to lead a critical business function and shape the future direction of the fleet strategy and transport compliance framework across the Group. North West based. This is a high-profile senior leadership appointment with responsibility for a growing fleet of commercial vehicles, company cars and multiple operator licences. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in driving operational excellence, strengthening governance, enhancing commercial performance and setting the benchmark for safety, compliance and customer service. The Role Reporting directly to the Board of Directors, you will provide strategic leadership and executive oversight of all fleet and transport activities across the Group, ensuring the function supports both current operational demands and long-term business objectives. You will be responsible for: Providing inspirational leadership and development to a team of Transport Managers, building capability and succession across the function. Directing the performance and strategic management of a fleet of approximately 150 commercial vehicles and 100 company vehicles. Holding executive accountability for compliance across multiple Operator Licences and ensuring robust governance standards are maintained. Ensuring full compliance with DVSA, Traffic Commissioner and Operator Licence requirements while proactively managing risk and regulatory change. Developing and executing a long-term fleet strategy aligned with the Group's growth ambitions and operational priorities. Driving measurable improvements in vehicle utilisation, fleet availability, maintenance performance, productivity and cost efficiency. Building and managing strategic partnerships with vehicle manufacturers, leasing providers, maintenance suppliers and specialist contractors. Leading fleet investment decisions, vehicle procurement programmes, replacement planning and lifecycle management strategies. Delivering insightful reporting, strategic recommendations and performance analysis to the Executive Team and Board. Collaborating closely with senior operational leaders to ensure fleet capability supports expansion plans, service excellence and future growth. About You You will be a highly credible fleet and transport executive with a proven track record of leading complex, multi-site operations and delivering transformational results. You will combine strategic vision with operational expertise, demonstrating the ability to influence at executive level while driving performance across a geographically dispersed organisation. You will have: Essential Significant senior leadership experience within fleet, transport or logistics operations. Experience managing large commercial vehicle fleets within complex operational environments. Strong knowledge of Operator Licence compliance, transport legislation and regulatory governance. Experience leading Transport Managers and multi-site operational teams, driving engagement, accountability and performance. CPC qualification (National and/or International). Strong commercial acumen and financial management capability. Excellent leadership, communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at Board and Executive level. This is a unique opportunity to take ownership of a strategically critical function within a successful and ambitious organisation entering its next phase of growth As Head of Fleet & Transport, you will have significant influence across the business, working closely with the Board and Executive Team to shape operational strategy, support regional expansion and build a best-in-class transport operation that delivers long-term competitive advantage. The role offers exceptional scope for professional growth, leadership impact and career progression within a dynamic and expanding Group. 70-75,000p.a. Car allowance/company vehicle Pension scheme Ongoing professional development The opportunity to lead and transform a growing national fleet operation If you are an ambitious senior transport leader seeking a role where you can influence strategy, drive meaningful change and leave a lasting legacy, please apply online or call us for an informal confidential discussion including after hours

Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons Working, achieving, and thriving together, our Tax team move with every challenge. Friendly, driven and diverse, they service our clients across the country and around the world. By providing expertise in many different specialist areas of tax, they collaborate across BDO to deliver wider business solutions. From meeting clients' evolving business needs to managing changes to legislation, there are always fresh challenges to face in the Tax team. If you're after a career that will keep you on your toes, we'll give you the autonomy to drive your career forward. Tax is a dynamic, ever-changing industry. As our clients' needs and the regulatory environment evolve, you'll encounter new problems to solve and new opportunities for growth. Whether it's advising clients on high-profile specialisms like Corporation Tax or leading the implementation of intelligent technology solutions, you'll enjoy variety as well as stretch in your role. BDO supports all kinds of different businesses in different sectors across the UK and around the world. You'll be providing Tax Advisory services to start-ups and scale-ups, to private businesses and FTSE listed multinationals. Each of our clients has different needs and in applying your expertise in different contexts, you'll develop your skills and gain valuable experience that will serve you throughout your career. We'll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be someone who is both comfortable working proactively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with senior managers, directors, and BDO's partners to help businesses effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to organisations we work with. As market leaders, the award-winning Real Estate & Construction tax team at BDO serves a wide and exciting range of domestic and international companies with UK operations. It's your chance to experience a focused and unique blend of the highest level of technical expertise along with extensive experience in commercial transactions. This industry continues to grow rapidly, so there are always new challenges or opportunities that you can take on. At the heart of our success are the strong and progressive relationships we build with our clients and colleagues. With a focus on continuing development and exposure to clients and senior partners, you'll have all the freedom you need to grow your career. Responsibilities: This role will provide corporate tax compliance, advisory and accounting services to a range of clients from small start-ups to major multinationals, predominantly within the real estate and construction sector. Working, and developing relationships, with clients to advise on corporate tax planning and restructuring projects in the UK, as well as producing complex UK tax computations and returns. P-actively manage you own workload, communicating with managers/directors/partners on a regular basis to service their clients. Be able to consider and highlight further opportunities to develop new work. We're looking for someone with: An understanding of and previous experience within UK corporate tax compliance Some experience of providing corporate tax advisory and compliance services to primarily corporate groups, but may include partnership tax returns and non-resident landlord income tax returns Keenness to develop a career within the real estate profession Ability to prepare proposals for new work, including researching target client companies and on technical issues to identify new solutions Ability to manage a small client portfolio Ability to actively seek opportunities for selling new services to existing clients Some experience of dealing with client senior management and key stakeholders Educated to degree level, and CTA and/or ACA qualified or equivalent You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer every colleague the opportunity to work in ways that suit you, your teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for the companies we work with and satisfying experiences for our colleagues, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.

Head of Manufacturing Wallasey Up to £80,000 + Performance-Related Bonus Lead Manufacturing Excellence. Drive Performance. Shape the Future. Hydrokem are looking for an ambitious and experienced Head of Manufacturing to lead our manufacturing operations and play a key role in the continued success and growth of our business. Reporting directly to the Managing Director, this is a senior leadership position with full responsibility for operational performance across our busy manufacturing site. You'll have the opportunity to influence business strategy, drive cultural transformation, improve productivity, and lead a high-performing team in a fast-paced environment. This role is ideally suited to a hands-on operational leader with a strong engineering background, a passion for continuous improvement, and a proven track record of delivering measurable results through people, processes, and performance. Please note: Previous applicants need not apply. What You'll Be Doing As Head of Manufacturing, you will be responsible for ensuring the safe, efficient, and profitable operation of the plant while driving a culture of accountability, engagement, and continuous improvement. Key Responsibilities of the Head of Manufacturing Lead, manage, and continuously improve all manufacturing operations across the site. Drive productivity, quality, efficiency, and service levels in line with business objectives and KPIs. Embed Lean Six Sigma principles and foster a culture of continuous improvement throughout the business. Lead, coach, and develop a diverse workforce, including both permanent employees and agency staff. Work closely with Engineering, Technical, Quality, and Finance teams to optimise operational performance. Champion employee engagement initiatives and drive positive cultural change. Manage operational budgets, identify cost-saving opportunities, and ensure effective resource utilisation. Ensure full compliance with health, safety, environmental, and quality standards. Lead performance management processes, including annual reviews, capability management, disciplinary, and grievance matters. Support and deliver major engineering and capital improvement projects. Manage competing operational priorities while maximising plant and equipment utilisation. Build strong working relationships across all levels of the business and naturally engage with employees to support a positive workplace culture. Skills & Experience Required A minimum of 5 years' experience in a senior manufacturing or operations leadership role. A strong engineering background (Mechanical, Electrical, or Chemical Engineering). Proven success in driving continuous improvement and operational efficiency programmes. Extensive people management experience, including coaching, mentoring, and developing high-performing teams. Demonstrable experience implementing positive culture change and employee engagement initiatives. Lean Six Sigma expertise with a strong track record of delivering measurable improvements. Experience managing both permanent and temporary/agency workforces. Strong commercial awareness and experience managing operational budgets. Previous experience as part of a Senior Leadership Team. Excellent communication, organisational, and decision-making skills. The ability to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving manufacturing environment. Experience within the chemical manufacturing sector would be advantageous, although not essential. Why Join Us? This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established and forward-thinking manufacturing business where you'll have genuine influence and autonomy to make a lasting impact. You'll be joining a supportive leadership team committed to operational excellence, continuous improvement, and investing in its people. Benefits Competitive salary of up to £80,000 Performance-related bonus 25 days annual leave plus 1 gifted company day Option to purchase up to 3 additional days' holiday Christmas factory shutdown Company pension scheme Accident insurance Simply Health and Unum Cycle to Work scheme Professional development and training opportunities Free on-site parking Hydrokem Social Day Ready for Your Next Challenge? This is an outstanding opportunity to join a successful and growing manufacturing business in a key leadership role. If you have the experience, drive, and vision to lead operational performance and deliver lasting change, submit your application today for immediate consideration.

Birmingham We're partnering with an established, entrepreneurial supply and distribution business entering an exciting new phase of growth. Following a recent strategic realignment, the business is targeting a 33% increase in revenue over the next five years. They are now looking to appoint a Finance Director, a commercially minded finance leader who will partner closely with the Managing Director and Senior Leadership Team to shape strategy, enable growth and build the infrastructure required to scale. The Role Reporting directly to the Managing Director, this is a highly visible leadership role combining strategic finance, operational improvement and commercial influence. You will act as a key partner to the MD and SLT - providing challenge, insight and risk mitigation whilst enabling decision-making in a business committed to growth. This is a role defined by commercial influence, strategic input and business leadership. Key responsibilities include: Acting as the MD's primary financial partner, helping shape long-term strategy and business growth Supporting the SLT through commercial insight, strategic challenge and effective risk management Providing commercial input around supplier arrangements, customer agreements, contracts and profitability Leading a business-wide ERP implementation, driving successful adoption across finance, operations, procurement and reporting Improving FP&A capability, management insight and dashboard reporting, creating clearer visibility to support decision-making Acting as the business lead for AI adoption, identifying practical ways to improve reporting, efficiency and workflow Building scalable finance, reporting and governance frameworks to support future growth Leading core finance responsibilities including compliance, controls, reporting and team leadership About You You are a fully qualified finance leader with strong post-qualification experience and the credibility to operate at Senior Leadership level. You bring: Proven experience in a senior finance role within a growth-focused, commercially driven business A track record of successfully leading ERP transformation projects, with the ability to drive adoption across the wider business Strong commercial judgement across contracts, supplier/customer arrangements and business performance A technically curious mindset, excited by the opportunity to leverage technology and AI to drive smarter decisions and greater efficiency The confidence to challenge constructively, influence senior stakeholders and facilitate decision-making A relationship-led leadership style, able to build credibility, influence and trust without ego or friction Why Join? Opportunity to join a business with clear growth ambition and a strategy already delivering results Genuine influence at board and Senior Leadership Team level Ability to shape strategy, not just execute it A pivotal role in enabling growth through systems, commercial insight and operational improvement Strong people-first culture with a real commitment to leadership development, mentorship and coaching , including at Director level A fantastic opportunity for an operationally strong finance leader to take a broader, more strategic seat at the table If you're looking for a Finance Director role where you can genuinely influence strategy, drive meaningful change and help shape the next stage of growth, this is a standout opportunity.

Head of IT Location: (multi-site) Type: Permanent Full-time Salary: £50-£60k IT Budget: £1m internal Infrastructure: Predominantly cloud Core Platform: SAP + bespoke portals A market-leading, business part of a well-established European group is seeking a credible, commercially-minded Head of IT to lead its UK technology function and shape the path forward on automation, SAP optimisation, and group-level engagement. The Opportunity This is a newly elevated role, created as the business recognises the need for a technology leader with genuine gravitas someone who can set strategy, challenge suppliers with confidence, and represent the UK IT function credibly within a wider European governance structure. You will inherit a capable team and an established cloud-based infrastructure, and take ownership of an IT function that interacts closely with Group IT in Germany. The business pays for Group IT services and needs a leader who can maximise what it gets in return influencing global initiatives, navigating governance effectively, and securing a stronger seat at the table. There is no formal technology roadmap yet. You will be expected to build one rooted in practical guidance from Group, but shaped by your own expertise in systems alignment, productivity, and intelligent automation. Key Responsibilities Lead the UK IT function, managing a small team and an internal budget of approximately £1m Build and own the technology roadmap, with a clear focus on automation, SAP optimisation, and cost reduction through systems alignment Identify and deliver SAP improvements challenging what the business does today, where costs are incurred, and where productivity gains are possible Engage confidently with third-party software developers, portal and API suppliers, and automation vendors pushing back where needed Manage the relationship with Group IT in europe navigating governance, securing approval for UK initiatives, and maximising the value of central services Drive a shift toward leveraging Group IT more fully, reducing duplicated internal effort and realigning headcount accordingly Oversee bespoke development work across portals, APIs, and workflow automations Be visible across multiple UK sites, with regular travel as the role requires About You Proven experience leading an IT function at Head of IT, IT Director, or equivalent level Technically credible able to hold your own in conversations with developers, architects, and Group-level IT leadership Strong SAP knowledge with experience identifying process improvements and driving system efficiencies Commercially minded you understand the cost base, challenge suppliers effectively, and can build a business case Experience working within a group or subsidiary structure, ideally with European or international governance Comfortable operating in an environment without a fully-formed roadmap you can create structure where there is ambiguity A confident communicator who can represent the IT function professionally at all levels, internally and externally Experience with automation programmes and an appetite to push the business forward in this area What s on Offer A senior, highly visible role in a business that is ready to invest in IT leadership. You will have genuine autonomy to shape the agenda, the support of a knowledgeable existing team, and the platform to build a strategy from the ground up. The business is based in Warwickshire, with additional sites requiring regular visits. INDL

Job Title: Business Development Executive Construction / Engineering Salary: £45,000 - £50,000 + Commission Location: Hybrid Overall Job Purpose: The Business Development Executive will be responsible for generating new employer partnerships, building a strong pipeline of apprenticeship opportunities, and converting these into learner starts. As the Business Development Executive you will play a key role in achieving their growth target of 5 apprenticeship starts per month, working closely with employers across the construction and built environment sectors. Key Responsibilities: Business Development & Pipeline Growth Identify and engage new employer clients within the AEC sector Build and manage a consistent pipeline of apprenticeship opportunities Conduct outreach via phone, email, LinkedIn, and networking events Develop relationships with decision-makers (HR, L&D, Directors) Employer Engagement Consult with employers to understand workforce needs Promote apprenticeship solutions aligned to business goals Deliver presentations (virtual and face-to-face where appropriate) Conversion & Performance Convert employer interest into confirmed apprenticeship starts Manage the full sales cycle from prospecting to enrolment Work towards a target of 10 starts per month Market Insight & Collaboration Stay informed on apprenticeship funding, policy, and AEC trends Work closely with delivery teams to ensure smooth onboarding Provide feedback to marketing and leadership teams Experience & Skills Essential: Proven experience in business development or sales within apprenticeships / training Strong understanding of the apprenticeship landscape (levy/non-levy, funding, compliance) Experience working with or selling into the construction / AEC sector Track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets Excellent communication and relationship-building skills Desirable: Existing employer network within construction or built environment Knowledge of relevant apprenticeship standards (e.g. Civil Engineering, Construction, Design) Personal Attributes Self-motivated and target-driven Commercially astute Confident engaging senior stakeholders Organised with strong pipeline management skills Personal Organisation Maintain a transparent diary in Outlook and Hubspot recording planned and past activities, aswell as accurate records Professional Skills, Knowledge and Understanding Value and promote social and cultural diversity, equality of opportunity and inclusion Carry out duties at all times in accordance with the organisations equal opportunities, health and safety, safeguarding, prevent and risk management policies and procedures Promote by consistent example internally and externally the philosophy and responsibility for promoting equality and diversity. Undertake any other reasonable duties within the framework of the post. Meet individual KPI s as set by the organisation. Paul Feldman is the National Skills Agency Data Protection Officer. Your data will be stored until notice is given by you for it to be removed. Our Data Protection Policy will be forwarded to you on request. As we get a high number of applications we may be unable to give feedback to unsuccessful candidates. We will retain your details to keep you informed of other opportunities. National Skills Agency Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy and is an Equal Opportunities employer we welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

Interested in starting a career as a Recruitment Consultant? We re a high-end Engineering, Science, and Technology recruitment business based in Camberley, founded in 2019 by experienced industry professionals. Since then, we ve built a strong reputation and we re just getting started. As we grow in 2026, we re looking for motivated, driven individuals to join our team. You don t need prior recruitment experience, we ll provide the training, support, and mentorship you need to succeed. We would like you to be: Ambitious and motivated to build a successful career Organised, goal-oriented, and able to plan effectively A strong communicator who enjoys building relationships Detail-focused, especially in written communication Resilient, with a positive mindset and willingness to learn And to have at least a Grade C / Level 4 in English and Maths Required: Must have the right to work in the UK Previous experience in sales or business development Minimum Grade C / Level 4 in English and Maths Our Benefits: Excellent structured training (learning from the leaders in the business who are all hands on) Ability to fast track your recruitment career, even up to Director level (there is no glass ceiling!) 25 Days holiday Birthday off work as an additional days holiday Hybrid / flexible working (Every Tuesday WFH) Electric car scheme (Senior Consultant level and above) Pension scheme Uncapped commission (with no thresholds) BBB (Big Billers Bonuses) Quarterly lunch clubs going to top restaurants Incentive trips abroad for the top performers Activity based cash bonuses Your main responsibilities as a Recruitment Consultant will involve: Focusing on managing the entire candidate recruitment process from initial screening through to offer and onboarding whilst picking up leads and referrals to increase your market knowledge & business development opportunities. As you progress, your role will involve managing client relationships and larger accounts. There are also opportunities to become involved in new business development. Your typical day will be diverse! You might be dealing with applications at 9am, booking in interviews at 11am, headhunting a candidate from a competitor at 1pm and then agreeing terms with a new client by 3pm! You will spend the majority of your day creating & building relationships and facilitating the recruitment process between both candidates and clients. You will also have the freedom to be out on the road visiting new and existing clients and have the opportunity to significantly contribute to the growth and success of April Quest. Interested in joining our team? Then please apply! April Quest Ltd acts as both an Employment Business and Employment Agency and complies with the Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations Act 2003. We take your privacy seriously, our Privacy Policy can be viewed on our website