Head of FM and Capital Projects To lead, manage and direct the strategy and internal governance for the delivery of facilities building management (FM) across the Council and its partner services Head of FM and Capital Projects Implement the strategic overview of FM operations and ensure that facilities management operations activities are regularly reviewed regards contract management, and that building related duties and procurement arrangements are followed. This will include FM energy related works and works related to net carbon zero efficiencies through lifecycle repairs and/or upgrades. Head of FM and Capital Projects To oversee the formulation and delivery of plans for the management of the Council's property assets to ensure that assets are appropriately inspected and maintained in accordance with all legislative and regulatory requirements. Head of FM and Capital Projects To develop and implement effective arrangements for Facilities Management in all the premises occupied by the Council, its staff or partners for the delivery of its services. Head of FM and Capital Projects To present timely, robust and relevant information and advice to Members and Officers in relation to the Council's property and land assets To ensure that the Council's property assets are regularly inspected, maintained, and reviewed as appropriate to keep them in good repair and maximise the benefit the Council gains from the ownership and use of the properties. To ensure that all statutory and legislative requirements are met in respect of the Council's ownership and use of its property assets, including completing any necessary risk assessments and remedial works. To put in place contracts and agreements with appropriate contractors or providers as necessary to deliver the full range of Facilities Management functions in an effective, timely manner, ensuring value for money for the Council. To procure where appropriate, suitable providers/contractors to undertake specialist work. To direct and monitor such providers and contractors so as to ensure that all services are delivered to specified standards and within agreed budgets and timescales. To be conversant with the relevant statutory and regulatory requirements (in particular as they relate to Local Authority owned and occupied property) and the provisions of the Council's constitution and to develop the full range of managerial and professional skills and knowledge to satisfy the requirements of the post. To present timely and relevant information and advice to the Deputy Director Finance and Property and to Cabinet Members and to deal promptly with other matters requiring the postholders attention. A degree in Facilities Management or similar CIWFM or similar professional accreditation Project Management qualification - PRINCE 2
Jun 11, 2026
Contractor
Head of FM and Capital Projects To lead, manage and direct the strategy and internal governance for the delivery of facilities building management (FM) across the Council and its partner services Head of FM and Capital Projects Implement the strategic overview of FM operations and ensure that facilities management operations activities are regularly reviewed regards contract management, and that building related duties and procurement arrangements are followed. This will include FM energy related works and works related to net carbon zero efficiencies through lifecycle repairs and/or upgrades. Head of FM and Capital Projects To oversee the formulation and delivery of plans for the management of the Council's property assets to ensure that assets are appropriately inspected and maintained in accordance with all legislative and regulatory requirements. Head of FM and Capital Projects To develop and implement effective arrangements for Facilities Management in all the premises occupied by the Council, its staff or partners for the delivery of its services. Head of FM and Capital Projects To present timely, robust and relevant information and advice to Members and Officers in relation to the Council's property and land assets To ensure that the Council's property assets are regularly inspected, maintained, and reviewed as appropriate to keep them in good repair and maximise the benefit the Council gains from the ownership and use of the properties. To ensure that all statutory and legislative requirements are met in respect of the Council's ownership and use of its property assets, including completing any necessary risk assessments and remedial works. To put in place contracts and agreements with appropriate contractors or providers as necessary to deliver the full range of Facilities Management functions in an effective, timely manner, ensuring value for money for the Council. To procure where appropriate, suitable providers/contractors to undertake specialist work. To direct and monitor such providers and contractors so as to ensure that all services are delivered to specified standards and within agreed budgets and timescales. To be conversant with the relevant statutory and regulatory requirements (in particular as they relate to Local Authority owned and occupied property) and the provisions of the Council's constitution and to develop the full range of managerial and professional skills and knowledge to satisfy the requirements of the post. To present timely and relevant information and advice to the Deputy Director Finance and Property and to Cabinet Members and to deal promptly with other matters requiring the postholders attention. A degree in Facilities Management or similar CIWFM or similar professional accreditation Project Management qualification - PRINCE 2
Senior Commercial Manager- London - Hybrid Competitive + Car + Bonus Energy Sector Client Details Our client is a growing UK-based energy infrastructure business,. Operating a portfolio of energy centres and district energy networks, the business plays a key role in supporting the UK's energy transition. With continued expansion across the UK, they are strengthening their regional commercial capability. Description We're looking for an experienced Commercial Manager to take ownership of a diverse portfolio of business-critical contracts across our northern region. This is a highly visible role where you'll operate as the commercial lead across live contracts, ensuring performance, protecting revenue, managing risk, and driving value from complex agreements. You'll partner closely with operational, finance, legal, and business development teams, playing a key role in both pre-contract negotiations and post-contract management with a strong focus on commercial performance and contract optimisation. As a Commercial Manager you will need to understand and take contract and how it works and how output is. Need someone who can interpret contract so need someone who has enough experience to understand contracts and interpret the risk and what that means for them commercially What You'll Be Doing Commercial Contract Ownership Take full ownership of a portfolio of commercial contracts, ensuring they deliver against financial and operational expectations Lead on contract interpretation, ensuring key obligations and risks are clearly understood across the business Manage contract variations, amendments, and new agreements in line with business strategy Performance & Commercial Oversight Monitor and drive contract performance, ensuring all KPIs, SLAs, and commercial targets are met Analyse financial and operational data to identify risks, underperformance, and commercial opportunities Deliver clear, insight-led reporting to senior stakeholders Commercial Strategy & Risk Management Act as the commercial advisor to operational teams on existing and future contracts Identify, manage, and mitigate commercial and contractual risk Develop strategies to maximise value, protect margin, and improve contract outcomes Stakeholder & Relationship Management Build strong relationships with: Senior internal stakeholders (operations, finance, legal, leadership) External clients and partners Act as a key interface between commercial, operational, and client teams Support and lead commercial negotiations with customers and partners Disputes & Resolution Lead on the resolution of contractual and commercial disputes Work collaboratively to reach commercially sound outcomes that protect the business Financial & Commercial Governance Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning across contracts Ensure strong cash collection performance on commercial agreements Maintain oversight of contract compliance from both a financial and regulatory perspective Profile We're keen to speak with commercial managers/ contract managers who bring strong real-world experience managing complex agreements across the full supplier range. Essential Experience Proven experience in commercial or contract management roles (5+ years) Strong track record of managing live commercial contracts and driving performance Experience working in sectors such as public sector, utilities, infrastructure, energy, or built environment Confident handling complex contract structures (e.g. concessions, service agreements, long-term frameworks) Demonstrable experience of commercial negotiations and dispute resolution Skills & Capability Excellent commercial acumen with the ability to understand P&L impact Strong contract interpretation skills, able to translate legal language into business risk/opportunity Effective stakeholder management across multiple levels Data-driven mindset with the ability to analyse performance and identify improvements Proactive, solutions-focused, and comfortable working autonomously Job Offer Competitive salary range plus car allowance + bonus Full benefits package included to support your well-being. Opportunity to work in the thriving energy and natural resources sector. Collaborative and professional work environment in London. Chance to contribute to impactful projects and develop your career further. If you are ready to take the next step in your career as a Commercial Manager, apply now to join this exciting opportunity in London
Jun 11, 2026
Full time
Senior Commercial Manager- London - Hybrid Competitive + Car + Bonus Energy Sector Client Details Our client is a growing UK-based energy infrastructure business,. Operating a portfolio of energy centres and district energy networks, the business plays a key role in supporting the UK's energy transition. With continued expansion across the UK, they are strengthening their regional commercial capability. Description We're looking for an experienced Commercial Manager to take ownership of a diverse portfolio of business-critical contracts across our northern region. This is a highly visible role where you'll operate as the commercial lead across live contracts, ensuring performance, protecting revenue, managing risk, and driving value from complex agreements. You'll partner closely with operational, finance, legal, and business development teams, playing a key role in both pre-contract negotiations and post-contract management with a strong focus on commercial performance and contract optimisation. As a Commercial Manager you will need to understand and take contract and how it works and how output is. Need someone who can interpret contract so need someone who has enough experience to understand contracts and interpret the risk and what that means for them commercially What You'll Be Doing Commercial Contract Ownership Take full ownership of a portfolio of commercial contracts, ensuring they deliver against financial and operational expectations Lead on contract interpretation, ensuring key obligations and risks are clearly understood across the business Manage contract variations, amendments, and new agreements in line with business strategy Performance & Commercial Oversight Monitor and drive contract performance, ensuring all KPIs, SLAs, and commercial targets are met Analyse financial and operational data to identify risks, underperformance, and commercial opportunities Deliver clear, insight-led reporting to senior stakeholders Commercial Strategy & Risk Management Act as the commercial advisor to operational teams on existing and future contracts Identify, manage, and mitigate commercial and contractual risk Develop strategies to maximise value, protect margin, and improve contract outcomes Stakeholder & Relationship Management Build strong relationships with: Senior internal stakeholders (operations, finance, legal, leadership) External clients and partners Act as a key interface between commercial, operational, and client teams Support and lead commercial negotiations with customers and partners Disputes & Resolution Lead on the resolution of contractual and commercial disputes Work collaboratively to reach commercially sound outcomes that protect the business Financial & Commercial Governance Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning across contracts Ensure strong cash collection performance on commercial agreements Maintain oversight of contract compliance from both a financial and regulatory perspective Profile We're keen to speak with commercial managers/ contract managers who bring strong real-world experience managing complex agreements across the full supplier range. Essential Experience Proven experience in commercial or contract management roles (5+ years) Strong track record of managing live commercial contracts and driving performance Experience working in sectors such as public sector, utilities, infrastructure, energy, or built environment Confident handling complex contract structures (e.g. concessions, service agreements, long-term frameworks) Demonstrable experience of commercial negotiations and dispute resolution Skills & Capability Excellent commercial acumen with the ability to understand P&L impact Strong contract interpretation skills, able to translate legal language into business risk/opportunity Effective stakeholder management across multiple levels Data-driven mindset with the ability to analyse performance and identify improvements Proactive, solutions-focused, and comfortable working autonomously Job Offer Competitive salary range plus car allowance + bonus Full benefits package included to support your well-being. Opportunity to work in the thriving energy and natural resources sector. Collaborative and professional work environment in London. Chance to contribute to impactful projects and develop your career further. If you are ready to take the next step in your career as a Commercial Manager, apply now to join this exciting opportunity in London
HR Assistant (Part-time) Our client, a prestigious educational establishment, based in OX2 has an exciting opportunity to join their team as an HR Assistant. In this busy and varied role, you will provide vital administrative and operational support to the HR Manager where no two days are the same. Key duties include coordinating recruitment and new starter processes; ensuring compliance with safer recruitment and statutory requirements; and maintaining the accurate employee records and HR databases. The role includes day-today HR administration and offers opportunities to contribute to a wide range of HR activities. his role is a part-time vacancy, 25-30 hours per week, though there may be scope for 35 hours for the right candidate, alongside a full-time equivalent salary of £28-29.5k as well as a generous benefits package. The Role Coordinate recruitment activities, ensuring compliance with current legislation and safer recruitment requirements Assist with the preparation of recruitment packs and arrange advertising Managing candidate correspondence and application records Issue contracts of employments, ensuring all starter paperwork is received and recorded Maintain accurate and up-to-date information and the HR databases Monitor HR inboxes Provide note-taking support for HR meetings (disciplinary, grievances, absences etc.) The Ideal Candidate Minimum 1 year HR administrative or assistant experience Strong organisational and administrative skills with the ability to prioritise workload Good time-management skills and ability to meet deadlines Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate with a variety of stakeholders Level 3 CIPD is desired but not essential The Benefits The successful candidate will join a friendly and welcoming team at a prestigious educational establishment, with a real community feel. You will be entitled to a full-time equivalent salary of £28-29.5k dependent on experience as well as a generous benefits package that includes 5 weeks holiday, pensions scheme, employee assistance programme, access to gym and leisure facilities, discount for holiday clubs and much more. This is a part-time role, 25-30 hours a week, with potential scope for further hours dependent on the candidate. There is parking on site however the institution is also very accessible via public transport. If this sounds like a role for you, please click apply, alternatively please contact Max at Socrates Recruitment for more immediate assistance. We look forward to hearing from you!
Jun 11, 2026
Full time
HR Assistant (Part-time) Our client, a prestigious educational establishment, based in OX2 has an exciting opportunity to join their team as an HR Assistant. In this busy and varied role, you will provide vital administrative and operational support to the HR Manager where no two days are the same. Key duties include coordinating recruitment and new starter processes; ensuring compliance with safer recruitment and statutory requirements; and maintaining the accurate employee records and HR databases. The role includes day-today HR administration and offers opportunities to contribute to a wide range of HR activities. his role is a part-time vacancy, 25-30 hours per week, though there may be scope for 35 hours for the right candidate, alongside a full-time equivalent salary of £28-29.5k as well as a generous benefits package. The Role Coordinate recruitment activities, ensuring compliance with current legislation and safer recruitment requirements Assist with the preparation of recruitment packs and arrange advertising Managing candidate correspondence and application records Issue contracts of employments, ensuring all starter paperwork is received and recorded Maintain accurate and up-to-date information and the HR databases Monitor HR inboxes Provide note-taking support for HR meetings (disciplinary, grievances, absences etc.) The Ideal Candidate Minimum 1 year HR administrative or assistant experience Strong organisational and administrative skills with the ability to prioritise workload Good time-management skills and ability to meet deadlines Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate with a variety of stakeholders Level 3 CIPD is desired but not essential The Benefits The successful candidate will join a friendly and welcoming team at a prestigious educational establishment, with a real community feel. You will be entitled to a full-time equivalent salary of £28-29.5k dependent on experience as well as a generous benefits package that includes 5 weeks holiday, pensions scheme, employee assistance programme, access to gym and leisure facilities, discount for holiday clubs and much more. This is a part-time role, 25-30 hours a week, with potential scope for further hours dependent on the candidate. There is parking on site however the institution is also very accessible via public transport. If this sounds like a role for you, please click apply, alternatively please contact Max at Socrates Recruitment for more immediate assistance. We look forward to hearing from you!
Contracts Manager job, Northamptonshire, £90,000 salary + vehicle + Bonus, Industrial Sheds Your new company A regional main contractor specialising in the design, installation, and refurbishment of steel-framed industrial buildings is recruiting for a Contracts Manager. With a strong reputation for quality, customer service, and seamless delivery, the company is experiencing sustained growth, with an expanding pipeline of projects across England. This is an exciting time to join a close-knit, ambitious team where standards are high and autonomy is real. Your new role As a Contracts Manager, you will take full ownership of the successful delivery of multiple construction projects from pre-start through to handover. You will ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest standards. Key responsibilities include: Leading end-to-end project delivery, maintaining programme, quality, and cost control Collaborating with Directors to ensure projects are properly resourced Developing construction programmes and delivery strategies Managing procurement schedules and subcontract packages Appointing and overseeing subcontractors, ensuring performance, compliance, and quality Maintaining robust health & safety processes, including Construction Phase Plans and site inspections Administering contracts and ensuring compliance with key contractual obligations Managing client relationships, providing clear communication on progress, risks, and solutions Producing reports on programme, commercial performance, and site progress Supporting site teams to ensure labour and resources meet programme demands This is a hands-on leadership role requiring strong coordination across site teams, subcontractors, and stakeholders. What you'll need to succeed 10+ years' experience delivering construction projects, ideally with sector experience in Industrial, Commercial or Steel frames. Proven track record of delivering projects on time, within budget, and to a high standard Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple work streams simultaneously Proactive mindset with the ability to identify and mitigate risks early Excellent knowledge of construction processes, health & safety, and compliance requirements Commercial awareness, with confidence in procurement, subcontract management, and margin protection Strong communication and stakeholder management skills Ability to lead and motivate teams while maintaining high standards A pragmatic, can-do attitude with a willingness to get involved where needed Flexibility to travel across mainland England as required What you'll get in return £70,000 - £90,000 salary Company vehicle Bonus Scheme based on site performance 25 days holiday, pension scheme, sick pay High level of autonomy and responsibility within your role Opportunity to join a growing, forward-thinking contractor delivering premium projects nationwide 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.
Jun 11, 2026
Full time
Contracts Manager job, Northamptonshire, £90,000 salary + vehicle + Bonus, Industrial Sheds Your new company A regional main contractor specialising in the design, installation, and refurbishment of steel-framed industrial buildings is recruiting for a Contracts Manager. With a strong reputation for quality, customer service, and seamless delivery, the company is experiencing sustained growth, with an expanding pipeline of projects across England. This is an exciting time to join a close-knit, ambitious team where standards are high and autonomy is real. Your new role As a Contracts Manager, you will take full ownership of the successful delivery of multiple construction projects from pre-start through to handover. You will ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest standards. Key responsibilities include: Leading end-to-end project delivery, maintaining programme, quality, and cost control Collaborating with Directors to ensure projects are properly resourced Developing construction programmes and delivery strategies Managing procurement schedules and subcontract packages Appointing and overseeing subcontractors, ensuring performance, compliance, and quality Maintaining robust health & safety processes, including Construction Phase Plans and site inspections Administering contracts and ensuring compliance with key contractual obligations Managing client relationships, providing clear communication on progress, risks, and solutions Producing reports on programme, commercial performance, and site progress Supporting site teams to ensure labour and resources meet programme demands This is a hands-on leadership role requiring strong coordination across site teams, subcontractors, and stakeholders. What you'll need to succeed 10+ years' experience delivering construction projects, ideally with sector experience in Industrial, Commercial or Steel frames. Proven track record of delivering projects on time, within budget, and to a high standard Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple work streams simultaneously Proactive mindset with the ability to identify and mitigate risks early Excellent knowledge of construction processes, health & safety, and compliance requirements Commercial awareness, with confidence in procurement, subcontract management, and margin protection Strong communication and stakeholder management skills Ability to lead and motivate teams while maintaining high standards A pragmatic, can-do attitude with a willingness to get involved where needed Flexibility to travel across mainland England as required What you'll get in return £70,000 - £90,000 salary Company vehicle Bonus Scheme based on site performance 25 days holiday, pension scheme, sick pay High level of autonomy and responsibility within your role Opportunity to join a growing, forward-thinking contractor delivering premium projects nationwide 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.
Senior Pensions Administrator Location - Fully Remote Type - FTC 15 months Our Company Pensions Solutions is currently looking to recruit a Senior Pensions Administrator to join our team. You'll become an integral part of our team where your expertise will shine as you support and guide a team of administrators in processing monthly movements and buy-in payrolls, all in perfect harmony with scheme calendars and benefit specifications. If you have pensions administration experience with knowledge of DB pension schemes and the ability to coach and mentor others, then this opportunity could be for you! Job Description: What you'll be doing: Supporting a team in operational service delivery in accordance with business policies and procedures, client contracts, legislation, scheme rules, and relevant regulatory requirements. Understanding client requirements and making every effort to ensure key performance indicators and quality standards are met. Mentoring and identifying training needs to ensure staff achieve their full potential, fostering a positive coaching and development environment. Working towards overall goals of the team in line with procedural and Service Level requirements. Providing optimum levels of customer service to clients in terms of quality, cost and time. Regularly reviewing the effectiveness and efficiency of existing systems and controls and making suggestions to continually enhance service delivery. Adhering to Quality Management Systems and complying with regulations and policies from our company and relevant regulatory bodies. Supporting and assisting the management team where required in all aspects of service delivery and business support, including ad hoc projects, auditing, management information reporting, and meeting preparation. Maintaining up-to-date knowledge of processes, procedures, products, pension scheme rules, and regulatory requirements. Building, maintaining, and enhancing stakeholder and client relationships to support effective service delivery. Supporting the Pensions Team Manager with workload coordination, operational activities, business MI, and ensuring casework is completed in line with service level agreements and scheme requirements. What we're looking for: Pension administration experience with knowledge and experience of DB pension schemes. Experience supporting management in allocating work to the wider team. Experience coaching, training and mentoring others, leveraging your expertise to guide and develop colleagues to enhance their skills and proficiency. Excellent numeracy and data inputting skills. Excellent accuracy, attention to detail and quality management skills. Strong understanding of operational service delivery, customer service standards, and service level agreements. Ability to build and maintain effective stakeholder and client relationships. Ability to work within regulatory frameworks, procedures, and pension scheme rules while ensuring high levels of quality and compliance. Experience/understanding of pension buy-in administration (desirable). About our company Our company is one of the UK's leading pension firms. We provide an unrivalled breath of services to over 600 schemes covering over 6 million members. Our team use their experience, insight, expertise, and latest technology to deliver personalised end to end solutions to meet all of their clients' pension needs. Our services include pensions administration, data & remediation solutions, software, actuarial, investment, scheme management, and member communications. What's in it for you? A competitive basic salary Working from home, with the optional use of Company offices Opportunity to progress your career 23 days' holiday (rising to 27 days with length of service) with the opportunity to buy extra leave The opportunity to take a paid day out of the office, volunteering for our charity partners or a cause of your choice Access to our Employee Network Groups, which represent every strand of diversity and allow colleagues to connect and learn from each other on an open, inclusive platform Employee Assistance Programme resources to help manage stress and anxiety, offer direct access to counselling and practical advice on personal or work matters Voluntary benefits designed to suit your lifestyle - from discounts on retail and socialising, to health & wellbeing, travel & technology Company matched pension, life assurance, a cycle2work scheme, 15 weeks' fully paid maternity, adoption and shared parental leave and plenty more Local Hero Awards and whiteboard nominations - Reward & recognise colleague achievements Guidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Jun 11, 2026
Contractor
Senior Pensions Administrator Location - Fully Remote Type - FTC 15 months Our Company Pensions Solutions is currently looking to recruit a Senior Pensions Administrator to join our team. You'll become an integral part of our team where your expertise will shine as you support and guide a team of administrators in processing monthly movements and buy-in payrolls, all in perfect harmony with scheme calendars and benefit specifications. If you have pensions administration experience with knowledge of DB pension schemes and the ability to coach and mentor others, then this opportunity could be for you! Job Description: What you'll be doing: Supporting a team in operational service delivery in accordance with business policies and procedures, client contracts, legislation, scheme rules, and relevant regulatory requirements. Understanding client requirements and making every effort to ensure key performance indicators and quality standards are met. Mentoring and identifying training needs to ensure staff achieve their full potential, fostering a positive coaching and development environment. Working towards overall goals of the team in line with procedural and Service Level requirements. Providing optimum levels of customer service to clients in terms of quality, cost and time. Regularly reviewing the effectiveness and efficiency of existing systems and controls and making suggestions to continually enhance service delivery. Adhering to Quality Management Systems and complying with regulations and policies from our company and relevant regulatory bodies. Supporting and assisting the management team where required in all aspects of service delivery and business support, including ad hoc projects, auditing, management information reporting, and meeting preparation. Maintaining up-to-date knowledge of processes, procedures, products, pension scheme rules, and regulatory requirements. Building, maintaining, and enhancing stakeholder and client relationships to support effective service delivery. Supporting the Pensions Team Manager with workload coordination, operational activities, business MI, and ensuring casework is completed in line with service level agreements and scheme requirements. What we're looking for: Pension administration experience with knowledge and experience of DB pension schemes. Experience supporting management in allocating work to the wider team. Experience coaching, training and mentoring others, leveraging your expertise to guide and develop colleagues to enhance their skills and proficiency. Excellent numeracy and data inputting skills. Excellent accuracy, attention to detail and quality management skills. Strong understanding of operational service delivery, customer service standards, and service level agreements. Ability to build and maintain effective stakeholder and client relationships. Ability to work within regulatory frameworks, procedures, and pension scheme rules while ensuring high levels of quality and compliance. Experience/understanding of pension buy-in administration (desirable). About our company Our company is one of the UK's leading pension firms. We provide an unrivalled breath of services to over 600 schemes covering over 6 million members. Our team use their experience, insight, expertise, and latest technology to deliver personalised end to end solutions to meet all of their clients' pension needs. Our services include pensions administration, data & remediation solutions, software, actuarial, investment, scheme management, and member communications. What's in it for you? A competitive basic salary Working from home, with the optional use of Company offices Opportunity to progress your career 23 days' holiday (rising to 27 days with length of service) with the opportunity to buy extra leave The opportunity to take a paid day out of the office, volunteering for our charity partners or a cause of your choice Access to our Employee Network Groups, which represent every strand of diversity and allow colleagues to connect and learn from each other on an open, inclusive platform Employee Assistance Programme resources to help manage stress and anxiety, offer direct access to counselling and practical advice on personal or work matters Voluntary benefits designed to suit your lifestyle - from discounts on retail and socialising, to health & wellbeing, travel & technology Company matched pension, life assurance, a cycle2work scheme, 15 weeks' fully paid maternity, adoption and shared parental leave and plenty more Local Hero Awards and whiteboard nominations - Reward & recognise colleague achievements Guidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
We are seeking an experienced and dynamic HR Manager to join a local firm. The successful candidate will manage the overall HR function in a stand-alone capacity and will provide professional HR support and guidance to the partners, managers, and employees of the firm. Key Responsibilities include: Overseeing and managing the recruitment, selection and on-boarding process Responsible for all HR administration and associated documentation, including preparing and issuing contracts of employment and contract amendments Provide professional and discreet HR advice, guidance and support to managers and employees Manage the firm's performance management process, assisting with the scheduling of probationary and appraisal meetings Ensure that the firm's HR policies and procedures comply with Employment Regulations. Maintain accurate information within the HRIS, PeopleHR, ensuring data regarding sick leave and attendance is captured Identify, source and arrange learning and development activities across the firm Handle and assist with any employee relation issues, including disciplinary processes and formal grievances Set out and review pay structures, employee perks and benefits Attend monthly departmental and management meetings, providing updates on HR activities The Ideal HR Manager will: Have proven experience in a similar role, preferably within a law firm or professional services environment CIPD qualified level 5 (level 7 is desirable) or extensive HR management experience Have excellent communication skills including the ability to listen and effectively verbalise ideas Strong leadership to support and motivate the staff The ability to remain calm in stressful situations during disciplinary hearings or staff conflicts Competent in all Microsoft packages and HRIS, experience of PeopleHR would be advantageous Solid ethics and sound judgement Be a strong team player The Benefits: In return for your commitment, we offer you: A firm with a great reputation A competitive salary 28 days annual leave (full-time equivalent) per annum, including 1 day holiday on your birthday and 4 days holiday over the Christmas and New Year period. In addition, you will be entitled to 8 bank holidays each year. Company paid Private Medical Insurance - single cover Training and development opportunities Our standard office hours are 9am to 5pm with 1-hour unpaid lunch break - 4 days a week If you are a proactive, people-orientated, and strategic thinker who is passionate about HR and can thrive in a friendly, team focused environment, we would love to hear from you. We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community. In line with the Asylum & Immigration Act, all applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. As part of the recruitment process, you will be asked to provide documented evidence of eligibility.
Jun 11, 2026
Full time
We are seeking an experienced and dynamic HR Manager to join a local firm. The successful candidate will manage the overall HR function in a stand-alone capacity and will provide professional HR support and guidance to the partners, managers, and employees of the firm. Key Responsibilities include: Overseeing and managing the recruitment, selection and on-boarding process Responsible for all HR administration and associated documentation, including preparing and issuing contracts of employment and contract amendments Provide professional and discreet HR advice, guidance and support to managers and employees Manage the firm's performance management process, assisting with the scheduling of probationary and appraisal meetings Ensure that the firm's HR policies and procedures comply with Employment Regulations. Maintain accurate information within the HRIS, PeopleHR, ensuring data regarding sick leave and attendance is captured Identify, source and arrange learning and development activities across the firm Handle and assist with any employee relation issues, including disciplinary processes and formal grievances Set out and review pay structures, employee perks and benefits Attend monthly departmental and management meetings, providing updates on HR activities The Ideal HR Manager will: Have proven experience in a similar role, preferably within a law firm or professional services environment CIPD qualified level 5 (level 7 is desirable) or extensive HR management experience Have excellent communication skills including the ability to listen and effectively verbalise ideas Strong leadership to support and motivate the staff The ability to remain calm in stressful situations during disciplinary hearings or staff conflicts Competent in all Microsoft packages and HRIS, experience of PeopleHR would be advantageous Solid ethics and sound judgement Be a strong team player The Benefits: In return for your commitment, we offer you: A firm with a great reputation A competitive salary 28 days annual leave (full-time equivalent) per annum, including 1 day holiday on your birthday and 4 days holiday over the Christmas and New Year period. In addition, you will be entitled to 8 bank holidays each year. Company paid Private Medical Insurance - single cover Training and development opportunities Our standard office hours are 9am to 5pm with 1-hour unpaid lunch break - 4 days a week If you are a proactive, people-orientated, and strategic thinker who is passionate about HR and can thrive in a friendly, team focused environment, we would love to hear from you. We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community. In line with the Asylum & Immigration Act, all applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. As part of the recruitment process, you will be asked to provide documented evidence of eligibility.
Project Manager Sector: Nuclear New Build / Major Infrastructure & Energy Location: Bristol, England (with Hinkley Site interface / Office-Based) Position Type: Full-Time, Permanent The Opportunity: We are partnering with a premier Tier 1 technical services and project management consultancy to recruit a Project Manager to lead complex engineering packages for one of Europe's largest infrastructure developments at Hinkley Point C (HPC) . Reporting directly to the Senior Project Manager, you will take end-to-end operational responsibility for the full lifecycle (design, manufacture, and supply) of a designated contract or work package. Leading a multidisciplinary team, you will ensure that planning and delivery meet strict safety, quality, schedule, and budgetary parameters. Key Responsibilities: Package Leadership: Anticipate, manage, and resolve execution issues within the assigned contract. Identify risks, facilitate problem resolution, manage the package budget, and escalate critical variances to senior leadership. Contract Administration: Execute all contract administration activities in collaboration with commercial managers, overseeing variations, claims, technical queries (TQs), and project instructions under structured frameworks (NEC/FIDIC). Supply Chain Oversight: Provide robust client oversight of Tier 1 contractors and their deeper international supply chains (potentially involving over 100 Tier 2 and Tier 3 suppliers per package) to guarantee nuclear safety compliance. Manufacturing Quality Assurance: Drive the resolution of manufacturing issues, non-conformance reports (NCRs), and technical bottlenecks to protect factory schedules and quality benchmarks. Change Control Management: Manage contract scope changes from initial definition and business justification through to final implementation in line with rigorous project governance. Integrated Scheduling: Oversee the development and maintenance of Level 3 project schedules, ensuring complete alignment with the master project timeline. Nuclear Qualification: Coordinate formal Qualification for Nuclear Safety activities where required to validate equipment performance criteria before delivery. Logistics Coordination: Liaison with site teams to ensure all pre-shipping clearances, inspections, and readiness activities are complete to facilitate seamless site delivery. Resource & Team Management: Support resource planning to meet project demands, ensuring all team members are Suitably Qualified and Experienced Personnel (SQEP) while proactively identifying resource gaps. Commercial Reporting: Apply Earned Value Management (EVM) principles and standard cost-performance reporting mechanisms to track package health. What We're Looking For: Technical Project Management Track Record: Proven experience delivering complex engineering packages within a highly regulated, dynamic, and safety-critical environment (Nuclear Energy sector or similar heavy infrastructure is highly preferred). Contractual Experience: Strong experience managing contractors, consultants, and fabricators under standard institutional contracts, such as NEC or FIDIC suites. Stakeholder Engagement: Exceptional communication and management skills, with a proven ability to engage and influence diverse internal and external stakeholder networks. Project Tools Proficiency: Practical capability in financial management, change control, estimating, scheduling, and risk analysis tools. Education: Minimum of an HND or equivalent higher qualification in Project Management, Engineering, Construction, or a related technical field. What's on Offer (Package & Benefits): Salary: Competitive base salary aligned with senior market rates. Healthcare: Comprehensive private medical cover and digital GP service access. Family Benefits: Enhanced parental leave structures and family support programmes. Professional Development: Financial support and reimbursement for relevant professional engineering or project management memberships (e.g., APM, IMechE). Culture: A collaborative, inclusive environment with dedicated mental health initiatives and paid volunteering time.
Jun 11, 2026
Full time
Project Manager Sector: Nuclear New Build / Major Infrastructure & Energy Location: Bristol, England (with Hinkley Site interface / Office-Based) Position Type: Full-Time, Permanent The Opportunity: We are partnering with a premier Tier 1 technical services and project management consultancy to recruit a Project Manager to lead complex engineering packages for one of Europe's largest infrastructure developments at Hinkley Point C (HPC) . Reporting directly to the Senior Project Manager, you will take end-to-end operational responsibility for the full lifecycle (design, manufacture, and supply) of a designated contract or work package. Leading a multidisciplinary team, you will ensure that planning and delivery meet strict safety, quality, schedule, and budgetary parameters. Key Responsibilities: Package Leadership: Anticipate, manage, and resolve execution issues within the assigned contract. Identify risks, facilitate problem resolution, manage the package budget, and escalate critical variances to senior leadership. Contract Administration: Execute all contract administration activities in collaboration with commercial managers, overseeing variations, claims, technical queries (TQs), and project instructions under structured frameworks (NEC/FIDIC). Supply Chain Oversight: Provide robust client oversight of Tier 1 contractors and their deeper international supply chains (potentially involving over 100 Tier 2 and Tier 3 suppliers per package) to guarantee nuclear safety compliance. Manufacturing Quality Assurance: Drive the resolution of manufacturing issues, non-conformance reports (NCRs), and technical bottlenecks to protect factory schedules and quality benchmarks. Change Control Management: Manage contract scope changes from initial definition and business justification through to final implementation in line with rigorous project governance. Integrated Scheduling: Oversee the development and maintenance of Level 3 project schedules, ensuring complete alignment with the master project timeline. Nuclear Qualification: Coordinate formal Qualification for Nuclear Safety activities where required to validate equipment performance criteria before delivery. Logistics Coordination: Liaison with site teams to ensure all pre-shipping clearances, inspections, and readiness activities are complete to facilitate seamless site delivery. Resource & Team Management: Support resource planning to meet project demands, ensuring all team members are Suitably Qualified and Experienced Personnel (SQEP) while proactively identifying resource gaps. Commercial Reporting: Apply Earned Value Management (EVM) principles and standard cost-performance reporting mechanisms to track package health. What We're Looking For: Technical Project Management Track Record: Proven experience delivering complex engineering packages within a highly regulated, dynamic, and safety-critical environment (Nuclear Energy sector or similar heavy infrastructure is highly preferred). Contractual Experience: Strong experience managing contractors, consultants, and fabricators under standard institutional contracts, such as NEC or FIDIC suites. Stakeholder Engagement: Exceptional communication and management skills, with a proven ability to engage and influence diverse internal and external stakeholder networks. Project Tools Proficiency: Practical capability in financial management, change control, estimating, scheduling, and risk analysis tools. Education: Minimum of an HND or equivalent higher qualification in Project Management, Engineering, Construction, or a related technical field. What's on Offer (Package & Benefits): Salary: Competitive base salary aligned with senior market rates. Healthcare: Comprehensive private medical cover and digital GP service access. Family Benefits: Enhanced parental leave structures and family support programmes. Professional Development: Financial support and reimbursement for relevant professional engineering or project management memberships (e.g., APM, IMechE). Culture: A collaborative, inclusive environment with dedicated mental health initiatives and paid volunteering time.
About The Role Our client is a leading Ground Engineering and foundations contractor and due to an increase in work, they are looking for a Senior Contracts engineer or an already seasoned Project Manager, ideally with experience in Ground Improvement techniques such as Stone Columns, Vibro, anchors, grouting and Mini-piling. Duties To be responsible for the efficient running of contracts on site which includes, contract performance, safety, monitoring/ reporting progress against targets, client liaison, allocation and supervision of staff, commercial, whilst achieving excellence in safety, quality, sustainability and efficiency. Ensure that the project has clear deliverables through handover meetings with process team (estimating, design, commercial, procurement, plant and operations) and ensure monitoring/compliance through the use of KPI s Prepare and collate contract documentation and ensure submission to the customer in advance of the works. Ensure all approvals are obtained in full prior to mobilisation to site Prepare site documentation and communicate deliverables to the site supervisor. On complex or large projects attend site as directed by the Operations Manager Ensure all site paperwork is presented is comprehensive, neat and tidy. Review site records on a weekly basis to ensure compliance with deliverables and contract Manage the close out of any non-conformities that may arise Responsible for recording all changes to project deliverables with the customer ensuring involvement with the commercial department Monitor the project performance on a daily basis with the project site team, ensuring that all actions/risks are closed out in a timely manner to maximise margins, reduce costs, maximise income and reduce risk. Report on project performance daily to the operations manager Demonstrate highly visible and effective HSE and sustainability leadership as a senior contracts engineer or Project Manager Be responsible for leading or agreeing final account settlements with the support of the commercial department Prepare and review the financial performance on a monthly basis and where applicable revise the project forecast weekly. Be responsible for all contract purchases/costs Provide support to the work winning teams on sequencing, constructability, methodology risks and opportunities. Provide support at customer meetings or input to bid documents Work closely with the whole process team (to include operations, preconstruction, commercial, plant, business development and design), to ensure an effective and efficient project delivery Develop relationships with customers to get a clear understanding of their requirements and to ensure customer understands the needs of Ground Engineering or ground improvement. Ensure that all the project delivery team comply with the Business Management System through support and audit Support the delivery of Ground Improvement projects
Jun 11, 2026
Full time
About The Role Our client is a leading Ground Engineering and foundations contractor and due to an increase in work, they are looking for a Senior Contracts engineer or an already seasoned Project Manager, ideally with experience in Ground Improvement techniques such as Stone Columns, Vibro, anchors, grouting and Mini-piling. Duties To be responsible for the efficient running of contracts on site which includes, contract performance, safety, monitoring/ reporting progress against targets, client liaison, allocation and supervision of staff, commercial, whilst achieving excellence in safety, quality, sustainability and efficiency. Ensure that the project has clear deliverables through handover meetings with process team (estimating, design, commercial, procurement, plant and operations) and ensure monitoring/compliance through the use of KPI s Prepare and collate contract documentation and ensure submission to the customer in advance of the works. Ensure all approvals are obtained in full prior to mobilisation to site Prepare site documentation and communicate deliverables to the site supervisor. On complex or large projects attend site as directed by the Operations Manager Ensure all site paperwork is presented is comprehensive, neat and tidy. Review site records on a weekly basis to ensure compliance with deliverables and contract Manage the close out of any non-conformities that may arise Responsible for recording all changes to project deliverables with the customer ensuring involvement with the commercial department Monitor the project performance on a daily basis with the project site team, ensuring that all actions/risks are closed out in a timely manner to maximise margins, reduce costs, maximise income and reduce risk. Report on project performance daily to the operations manager Demonstrate highly visible and effective HSE and sustainability leadership as a senior contracts engineer or Project Manager Be responsible for leading or agreeing final account settlements with the support of the commercial department Prepare and review the financial performance on a monthly basis and where applicable revise the project forecast weekly. Be responsible for all contract purchases/costs Provide support to the work winning teams on sequencing, constructability, methodology risks and opportunities. Provide support at customer meetings or input to bid documents Work closely with the whole process team (to include operations, preconstruction, commercial, plant, business development and design), to ensure an effective and efficient project delivery Develop relationships with customers to get a clear understanding of their requirements and to ensure customer understands the needs of Ground Engineering or ground improvement. Ensure that all the project delivery team comply with the Business Management System through support and audit Support the delivery of Ground Improvement projects
Job Title: NICEIC QS Electrical Manager Location: North London Salary: 54,267 - 57,402 Job Type: Permanent (Full-Time, 36 hrs/week) A North London local council is seeking an experienced NICEIC Qualified Supervisor (QS) Electrical Manager to lead electrical operations across housing and neighbourhood projects. You will oversee electrical teams, ensuring all works are compliant, safe, and meet regulatory standards. Responsibilities include managing inspection and testing, auditing completed works, monitoring KPIs, and maintaining compliance records, while promoting health & safety and supporting team development. Key Responsibilities: Act as NICEIC Qualified Supervisor (QS) for all electrical works Oversee inspection, testing, and certification processes Ensure compliance with all regulatory, safety, and quality standards Audit completed works and monitor performance KPIs Maintain accurate compliance and certification records Lead and support electrical teams across multiple projects Promote a strong health & safety culture Requirements for the Electrical Manager: NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation AM2 Qualification 18th Edition Wiring Regulations 2391 Inspection & Testing Proven experience in a supervisory or managerial role Strong leadership, organisational, and problem-solving skills Benefits: Competitive local authority salary Generous annual leave entitlement Local Government Pension Scheme Stable, long-term employment Opportunities for professional development If you are interested in this role, please apply to the advert or send your CV for further information. Tags: Electrical Manager, NICEIC QS, Qualified Supervisor, Electrical Supervisor, Compliance Manager, Electrical Compliance, Contracts Manager (Electrical), M&E Manager, Electrical Testing, Inspection & Testing, Social Housing Electrical, Public Sector Electrical, Facilities Electrical Manager, 18th Edition Electrician LON123
Jun 11, 2026
Full time
Job Title: NICEIC QS Electrical Manager Location: North London Salary: 54,267 - 57,402 Job Type: Permanent (Full-Time, 36 hrs/week) A North London local council is seeking an experienced NICEIC Qualified Supervisor (QS) Electrical Manager to lead electrical operations across housing and neighbourhood projects. You will oversee electrical teams, ensuring all works are compliant, safe, and meet regulatory standards. Responsibilities include managing inspection and testing, auditing completed works, monitoring KPIs, and maintaining compliance records, while promoting health & safety and supporting team development. Key Responsibilities: Act as NICEIC Qualified Supervisor (QS) for all electrical works Oversee inspection, testing, and certification processes Ensure compliance with all regulatory, safety, and quality standards Audit completed works and monitor performance KPIs Maintain accurate compliance and certification records Lead and support electrical teams across multiple projects Promote a strong health & safety culture Requirements for the Electrical Manager: NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation AM2 Qualification 18th Edition Wiring Regulations 2391 Inspection & Testing Proven experience in a supervisory or managerial role Strong leadership, organisational, and problem-solving skills Benefits: Competitive local authority salary Generous annual leave entitlement Local Government Pension Scheme Stable, long-term employment Opportunities for professional development If you are interested in this role, please apply to the advert or send your CV for further information. Tags: Electrical Manager, NICEIC QS, Qualified Supervisor, Electrical Supervisor, Compliance Manager, Electrical Compliance, Contracts Manager (Electrical), M&E Manager, Electrical Testing, Inspection & Testing, Social Housing Electrical, Public Sector Electrical, Facilities Electrical Manager, 18th Edition Electrician LON123
People First (Recruitment) Ltd
Letchworth Garden City, Hertfordshire
Salary: to £35K Location: Hertfordshire Job status: Permanent Working hours: 9am to 5.30pm (3 days in the office, 2days WFH) Start date: ASAP Japanese Speaking Financial Administrator - Responsibilities: Submission of SAP related codes in Japanese, as requested by the Financial Controller. Entering supplier invoices. Raising payment runs and ad hoc payments. Producing sales invoices and collecting debt. Bank reconciliations, agreeing SAP to the bank statements. Entering month end journals. Fixed assets recording and processing. Assisting with the annual audits, both internal and external. Assisting with the budgetary process. Support financial analysis. Filing and archiving of invoices. Assisting with VAT returns. Checking and processing employee expenses. Liaison work with the Japanese headquarters (approval procedures, contracts, IT), as requested by Managers. Japanese Speaking Financial Administrator - Requirements: An experienced Administrator with an excellent attention to detail. Communication in both English and Japanese, including assisting translation. The ability to work accurately. Basic knowledge and experiences of Microsoft Excel is required, such as sumifs, vlookups and pivot tables. SAP and IBM Notes knowledge desirable, but not essential. Ability to prioritise workload, working independently and as part of a team. Well organised and a continuous improvement attitude. Please follow us on Linkedin: company/people-first-team-japan We would be grateful if you could send your CV as a Word document. If your application is successful, you will be contacted within 7 days. We regret that due to the high volume of applications we receive we cannot provide feedback on individual CVs. Please note that we can only consider candidates who are eligible to work in the UK and are able to provide relevant supporting documentation. People First is committed to increasing diversity, and maintaining an inclusive workplace culture. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of their ethnicity, race, gender, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, age, marital status or whether or not they have a disability. People First (Recruitment) Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent and fixed term contract recruitment and as an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Please note that by applying for this job you accept our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy which can be found on our website.
Jun 11, 2026
Full time
Salary: to £35K Location: Hertfordshire Job status: Permanent Working hours: 9am to 5.30pm (3 days in the office, 2days WFH) Start date: ASAP Japanese Speaking Financial Administrator - Responsibilities: Submission of SAP related codes in Japanese, as requested by the Financial Controller. Entering supplier invoices. Raising payment runs and ad hoc payments. Producing sales invoices and collecting debt. Bank reconciliations, agreeing SAP to the bank statements. Entering month end journals. Fixed assets recording and processing. Assisting with the annual audits, both internal and external. Assisting with the budgetary process. Support financial analysis. Filing and archiving of invoices. Assisting with VAT returns. Checking and processing employee expenses. Liaison work with the Japanese headquarters (approval procedures, contracts, IT), as requested by Managers. Japanese Speaking Financial Administrator - Requirements: An experienced Administrator with an excellent attention to detail. Communication in both English and Japanese, including assisting translation. The ability to work accurately. Basic knowledge and experiences of Microsoft Excel is required, such as sumifs, vlookups and pivot tables. SAP and IBM Notes knowledge desirable, but not essential. Ability to prioritise workload, working independently and as part of a team. Well organised and a continuous improvement attitude. Please follow us on Linkedin: company/people-first-team-japan We would be grateful if you could send your CV as a Word document. If your application is successful, you will be contacted within 7 days. We regret that due to the high volume of applications we receive we cannot provide feedback on individual CVs. Please note that we can only consider candidates who are eligible to work in the UK and are able to provide relevant supporting documentation. People First is committed to increasing diversity, and maintaining an inclusive workplace culture. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of their ethnicity, race, gender, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, age, marital status or whether or not they have a disability. People First (Recruitment) Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent and fixed term contract recruitment and as an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Please note that by applying for this job you accept our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy which can be found on our website.
SC Cleared Procurement Consultants Location: UK - Hybrid Clearance: SC Cleared Sector: Defence & National Security Role Summary We are seeking Consultants, Senior Consultants and Managers to support high impact Defence and Security programmes. In this role, you will help clients design and deliver complex procurement and commercial strategies that underpin mission-critical national systems. You will work across the full life cycle of engagements - from shaping strategy and engaging the market through to supporting negotiations and implementation. This is a client-facing consulting role, combining strategic thinking with hands-on delivery in fast-paced, high-stakes environments. Key Responsibilities Develop procurement and commercial strategies, defining clear options for clients (eg commercial models, pricing approaches, route to market). Support the creation of key procurement documentation, including PQQs, ITNs, contracts and Heads of Terms. Conduct detailed analysis to generate insights and build evidence-based recommendations. Support commercial negotiations between public sector clients and suppliers. Help design contract management operating models to ensure long-term value delivery. Contribute to business cases, transformation programmes and solution design activities. Build strong working relationships with clients, suppliers and internal stakeholders. Collaborate with cross-functional teams (eg digital, cyber, analytics) to deliver integrated solutions. Work within Agile delivery environments, contributing to project planning and delivery. Required Skills & Experience Core Experience SC clearance is essential. Experience working in complex procurement environments, ideally within Defence or government. Understanding of procurement regulations and commercial frameworks. Proven ability to support delivery of strategic outcomes while ensuring value for money. Strong analytical and problem solving skills. Ability to manage workstreams within larger projects. Strong communication skills and stakeholder engagement capability. Consulting & Delivery Experience working in client facing or consulting environments is desirable. Ability to translate business requirements into structured, actionable solutions. Experience delivering work under tight deadlines with high levels of accuracy. Comfortable operating in ambiguous, fast changing environments. Strong collaboration skills and ability to work effectively in multi-disciplinary teams. If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.
Jun 11, 2026
Full time
SC Cleared Procurement Consultants Location: UK - Hybrid Clearance: SC Cleared Sector: Defence & National Security Role Summary We are seeking Consultants, Senior Consultants and Managers to support high impact Defence and Security programmes. In this role, you will help clients design and deliver complex procurement and commercial strategies that underpin mission-critical national systems. You will work across the full life cycle of engagements - from shaping strategy and engaging the market through to supporting negotiations and implementation. This is a client-facing consulting role, combining strategic thinking with hands-on delivery in fast-paced, high-stakes environments. Key Responsibilities Develop procurement and commercial strategies, defining clear options for clients (eg commercial models, pricing approaches, route to market). Support the creation of key procurement documentation, including PQQs, ITNs, contracts and Heads of Terms. Conduct detailed analysis to generate insights and build evidence-based recommendations. Support commercial negotiations between public sector clients and suppliers. Help design contract management operating models to ensure long-term value delivery. Contribute to business cases, transformation programmes and solution design activities. Build strong working relationships with clients, suppliers and internal stakeholders. Collaborate with cross-functional teams (eg digital, cyber, analytics) to deliver integrated solutions. Work within Agile delivery environments, contributing to project planning and delivery. Required Skills & Experience Core Experience SC clearance is essential. Experience working in complex procurement environments, ideally within Defence or government. Understanding of procurement regulations and commercial frameworks. Proven ability to support delivery of strategic outcomes while ensuring value for money. Strong analytical and problem solving skills. Ability to manage workstreams within larger projects. Strong communication skills and stakeholder engagement capability. Consulting & Delivery Experience working in client facing or consulting environments is desirable. Ability to translate business requirements into structured, actionable solutions. Experience delivering work under tight deadlines with high levels of accuracy. Comfortable operating in ambiguous, fast changing environments. Strong collaboration skills and ability to work effectively in multi-disciplinary teams. If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.
We are seeking an enthusiastic and driven Inside Sales Executive to join a growing international technology business. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop a long-term career in sales within a highly innovative and technical environment. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting sales activity across multiple sectors and territories, helping to identify opportunities, engage with prospective customers, and contribute to business growth. A combination of strong commercial awareness, excellent communication skills, and an interest in technology is essential. Reporting to: Sales Manager Key Responsibilities Supporting sales activities across a range of international markets and customer sectors. Managing inbound enquiries and following up on leads through telephone, email, and online channels. Ensuring all customer interactions and sales activities are accurately recorded within the CRM system. Maintaining and progressing a pipeline of opportunities, assisting with the conversion of prospects into customers. Preparing quotations, contracts, invoices, and other sales documentation. Producing sales reports and analysing data to support business decision-making. Conducting market research and identifying new business opportunities. Supporting marketing initiatives, campaigns, events, webinars, and customer engagement activities. Monitoring tender portals and industry sources to identify potential opportunities. Working collaboratively with colleagues to achieve sales targets and business objectives. Skills & Experience Previous experience in a customer-facing sales, account management, or sales support role. Strong research and prospecting abilities with a proactive approach to identifying opportunities. Target-driven with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Strong organisational skills and attention to detail. Confident using Microsoft Office applications, CRM systems, and business databases. A positive, flexible, and professional approach with strong relationship-building skills. Good numerical and analytical skills. Desirable Degree educated, ideally within a STEM discipline such as Mathematics, Physics, Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field. An interest in technology and innovation. Experience working within a technical, software, scientific, or engineering-related environment. Please note: Only candidates with the relevant skills and experience will be contacted regarding this position. If you do not hear back from us within 5 days you have unfortunately been unsuccessful in your application for this position, however we may contact you in the future to discuss other opportunities. Please note: That no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and abilities to perform the duties of the job
Jun 11, 2026
Full time
We are seeking an enthusiastic and driven Inside Sales Executive to join a growing international technology business. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop a long-term career in sales within a highly innovative and technical environment. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting sales activity across multiple sectors and territories, helping to identify opportunities, engage with prospective customers, and contribute to business growth. A combination of strong commercial awareness, excellent communication skills, and an interest in technology is essential. Reporting to: Sales Manager Key Responsibilities Supporting sales activities across a range of international markets and customer sectors. Managing inbound enquiries and following up on leads through telephone, email, and online channels. Ensuring all customer interactions and sales activities are accurately recorded within the CRM system. Maintaining and progressing a pipeline of opportunities, assisting with the conversion of prospects into customers. Preparing quotations, contracts, invoices, and other sales documentation. Producing sales reports and analysing data to support business decision-making. Conducting market research and identifying new business opportunities. Supporting marketing initiatives, campaigns, events, webinars, and customer engagement activities. Monitoring tender portals and industry sources to identify potential opportunities. Working collaboratively with colleagues to achieve sales targets and business objectives. Skills & Experience Previous experience in a customer-facing sales, account management, or sales support role. Strong research and prospecting abilities with a proactive approach to identifying opportunities. Target-driven with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Strong organisational skills and attention to detail. Confident using Microsoft Office applications, CRM systems, and business databases. A positive, flexible, and professional approach with strong relationship-building skills. Good numerical and analytical skills. Desirable Degree educated, ideally within a STEM discipline such as Mathematics, Physics, Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field. An interest in technology and innovation. Experience working within a technical, software, scientific, or engineering-related environment. Please note: Only candidates with the relevant skills and experience will be contacted regarding this position. If you do not hear back from us within 5 days you have unfortunately been unsuccessful in your application for this position, however we may contact you in the future to discuss other opportunities. Please note: That no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and abilities to perform the duties of the job
Marine Project Manager for a major offshore wind project in Scotland Responsibilities Maintain safety as the primary focus across all marine operations. Lead the marine and vessel assurance process for assigned projects. Work closely with project teams, contractors, subcontractors and vessel crews. Provide marine input into contracts and stage gate documentation. Develop and implement Project Marine and Vessel Management Plans. Strong leadership capability with a deep understanding of marine assurance, standards, processes, and practices. Advanced knowledge of marine construction vessel types and their specialist equipment. Extensive experience in marine and vessel assurance, including familiarity with IMCA and OCIMF guidelines. Proven experience within the offshore energy sector, including marine operations and environmental considerations. Experience in incident investigation and safety leadership on site. Master Mariner qualification with command experience.
Jun 11, 2026
Contractor
Marine Project Manager for a major offshore wind project in Scotland Responsibilities Maintain safety as the primary focus across all marine operations. Lead the marine and vessel assurance process for assigned projects. Work closely with project teams, contractors, subcontractors and vessel crews. Provide marine input into contracts and stage gate documentation. Develop and implement Project Marine and Vessel Management Plans. Strong leadership capability with a deep understanding of marine assurance, standards, processes, and practices. Advanced knowledge of marine construction vessel types and their specialist equipment. Extensive experience in marine and vessel assurance, including familiarity with IMCA and OCIMF guidelines. Proven experience within the offshore energy sector, including marine operations and environmental considerations. Experience in incident investigation and safety leadership on site. Master Mariner qualification with command experience.
Category Manager for Development and Safer Buildings Full-time, Permanent position (37.5 hours) Hybrid Beeston, Nottingham: £59,071 - £62,179 Farringdon, London: £65,633 - £69,087 About this role: As Category Manager for Development and Safer Buildings, you will develop & lead strategic sourcing & purchasing programmes taking the commercial lead to contribute significantly to the delivery of allocated procurement projects. Reporting to the Head of Commercial Procurement, you will be responsible for identifying and working to exceed internal & external customer expectations by delivering demonstrable value for money from your category, creating innovative and robust approaches to getting the best from our suppliers and upholding compliance to all relevant regulation and legislation, including our own internal financial procedures. To succeed as the Category Manager you'll have: Relevant & specialist commercial / industry experience in purchasing & supply in a senior management role and ideally have experience in the Housing Sector. You will also have experience understanding and applying Strategic sourcing methodologies. Robust procurement knowledge comprising: advanced negotiation skills, knowledge of strategic sourcing methodologies, knowledge of supply chain theory, persuading and influencing and interpersonal skills, contract law and dispute resolution, statistical and data analysis skills Knowledge of market areas related to specific work categories, finance and leasing knowledge, business development and marketing plans, business accounting. At MTVH, you will support the Head of Commercial Procurement to create organisational excellence in procurement and purchasing and you will develop and lead a specific strategic sourcing programme for your defined categories, taking the lead on specific/allocated portfolio of sourcing categories, and contributing significantly to the delivery of allocated procurement projects. You will keep abreast of and ensure overall compliance to the latest internal financial procedures, relevant legislation & regulatory procurement compliance and work with your stakeholders to support a compliant balance of a flexible and commercial approach to project management. You will strive to exceed customer requirements by demonstrating best value for money and excellent customer service, through compliance with category priorities and contracts, and by actively managing the market place through development of key strategies for supplier and contract management. Additionally, you will support the successful development of supplier & contract management capabilities at MTVH to ensure your stakeholders are aware of their obligations and have access to the most appropriate resources. You will also adopt a Category Management approach, to ensure you are continually up to date and monitoring & reporting the detailed expenditure within your defined category, the suppliers & operating markets within, the products & services they provide, current performance & service levels, value for money & opportunities for efficiency, and you will work to understand existing supplier performance and contract compliance in liaison with stakeholders. You will be a Member of Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (CIPS) or appropriate professional institute or relevant experience and you will have a degree level qualification (or equivalent) plus specialist procurement knowledge and experience. Key dates: F irst-round MS Teams interviews will be conducted Friday 26 June. Second-round in-person interviews will be scheduled Tuesday 30 June and Wednesday 01 July Metropolitan Thames Valley provides affordable housing for people living in London, the South East, East Midlands and East of England. We also offer a range of care and support services. Our specialist areas include older people, mental health and transitional services which provide intensive support to marginalised or vulnerable people. We deliver training programmes, events and activities for our residents, designed to boost employment opportunities and foster stronger communities. A member of the National Housing Federation the G15 ? which represents London?s largest housing associations ? we influence policy for the benefits of our residents and the wider sector. In October 2018 like minded housing associations Metropolitan and Thames Valley Housing formally completed a partnership to form Metropolitan Thames Valley. We came together because we want to improve the services we provide and do more in our communities. We?ll do this by listening to our customers and working alongside them. Phone: (phone number removed) Email: (url removed)
Jun 11, 2026
Full time
Category Manager for Development and Safer Buildings Full-time, Permanent position (37.5 hours) Hybrid Beeston, Nottingham: £59,071 - £62,179 Farringdon, London: £65,633 - £69,087 About this role: As Category Manager for Development and Safer Buildings, you will develop & lead strategic sourcing & purchasing programmes taking the commercial lead to contribute significantly to the delivery of allocated procurement projects. Reporting to the Head of Commercial Procurement, you will be responsible for identifying and working to exceed internal & external customer expectations by delivering demonstrable value for money from your category, creating innovative and robust approaches to getting the best from our suppliers and upholding compliance to all relevant regulation and legislation, including our own internal financial procedures. To succeed as the Category Manager you'll have: Relevant & specialist commercial / industry experience in purchasing & supply in a senior management role and ideally have experience in the Housing Sector. You will also have experience understanding and applying Strategic sourcing methodologies. Robust procurement knowledge comprising: advanced negotiation skills, knowledge of strategic sourcing methodologies, knowledge of supply chain theory, persuading and influencing and interpersonal skills, contract law and dispute resolution, statistical and data analysis skills Knowledge of market areas related to specific work categories, finance and leasing knowledge, business development and marketing plans, business accounting. At MTVH, you will support the Head of Commercial Procurement to create organisational excellence in procurement and purchasing and you will develop and lead a specific strategic sourcing programme for your defined categories, taking the lead on specific/allocated portfolio of sourcing categories, and contributing significantly to the delivery of allocated procurement projects. You will keep abreast of and ensure overall compliance to the latest internal financial procedures, relevant legislation & regulatory procurement compliance and work with your stakeholders to support a compliant balance of a flexible and commercial approach to project management. You will strive to exceed customer requirements by demonstrating best value for money and excellent customer service, through compliance with category priorities and contracts, and by actively managing the market place through development of key strategies for supplier and contract management. Additionally, you will support the successful development of supplier & contract management capabilities at MTVH to ensure your stakeholders are aware of their obligations and have access to the most appropriate resources. You will also adopt a Category Management approach, to ensure you are continually up to date and monitoring & reporting the detailed expenditure within your defined category, the suppliers & operating markets within, the products & services they provide, current performance & service levels, value for money & opportunities for efficiency, and you will work to understand existing supplier performance and contract compliance in liaison with stakeholders. You will be a Member of Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (CIPS) or appropriate professional institute or relevant experience and you will have a degree level qualification (or equivalent) plus specialist procurement knowledge and experience. Key dates: F irst-round MS Teams interviews will be conducted Friday 26 June. Second-round in-person interviews will be scheduled Tuesday 30 June and Wednesday 01 July Metropolitan Thames Valley provides affordable housing for people living in London, the South East, East Midlands and East of England. We also offer a range of care and support services. Our specialist areas include older people, mental health and transitional services which provide intensive support to marginalised or vulnerable people. We deliver training programmes, events and activities for our residents, designed to boost employment opportunities and foster stronger communities. A member of the National Housing Federation the G15 ? which represents London?s largest housing associations ? we influence policy for the benefits of our residents and the wider sector. In October 2018 like minded housing associations Metropolitan and Thames Valley Housing formally completed a partnership to form Metropolitan Thames Valley. We came together because we want to improve the services we provide and do more in our communities. We?ll do this by listening to our customers and working alongside them. Phone: (phone number removed) Email: (url removed)
Garrard Building and Construction Limited
Stevenage, Hertfordshire
Job Title: Trainee Contract Manager Location: SG1 4QX - Stevenage, Hertfordshire Salary: Competitive Job Type: Full time, Permanent Working Hours: 40 Hours Per Week, Monday to Friday 08:00 - 17:00 About us: Garrard Building and Construction Ltd is a family run construction company established in 1946. The Company specialises in building repair and renovation to domestic and commercial properties within an approximate 50-mile radius of our offices in Stevenage, Hertfordshire. We are a specialist construction and property repair company delivering insured building repairs on behalf of insurers, loss adjusters, housing providers, and private clients. Our projects range from minor reinstatement works to major property repairs following subsidence, fire, flood, escape of water, impact, and other insured events. We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality repairs, excellent customer service, and efficient project management. About the Role: The Assistant Contract Manager will provide administrative, operational, and project support to multiple Contract Managers and repair teams across a portfolio of insured building repair projects. The role is ideal for an organised and proactive individual looking to develop a career in construction management, insurance reinstatement, and project delivery. The successful candidate will assist in coordinating projects from instruction through to completion, ensuring works are delivered safely, efficiently, within budget, and to the required quality standards while maintaining excellent communication with clients, customers, subcontractors and suppliers. Career Development This role offers an excellent opportunity to develop within a growing construction business, with progression opportunities into Contract Management, Project Management, Surveying, or Operations Management roles. Main Duties & Responsibilities: Contract & Project Support Provide day-to-day support to Contract Managers across multiple live projects Assist with planning, scheduling, and coordinating repair works Monitor project progress and update internal management systems Support the preparation of work programmes and project documentation Assist in managing project costs and monitoring budgets Help ensure projects are completed within agreed timescales and service level agreements Client & Stakeholder Communication Act as a point of contact for clients, customers, loss adjusters, and subcontractors Provide regular updates regarding project progress Respond to customer queries and assist in resolving issues promptly Support the management of customer expectations throughout the repair process Commercial & Administrative Duties Raise purchase orders and subcontractor instructions Assist with valuations, variations, and invoicing processes Maintain accurate project records and documentation Support the preparation of reports and performance data Ensure all project files are up to date and compliant Health, Safety & Compliance Assist in ensuring projects comply with company health and safety procedures Maintain records relating to risk assessments, method statements, and site documentation Support compliance with company policies, insurance requirements, and industry regulations Promote safe working practices across all projects Operational Support Assist with general project administration Assist with material ordering and delivery schedules Support site inspections and quality control processes where required Work collaboratively with all other team members About you: Essential Previous experience in an administrative, coordinator, assistant project management, or construction support role Strong organisational and time management skills Excellent communication and customer service abilities Good IT skills including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities simultaneously Strong attention to detail and accuracy Full UK driving licence Desirable Experience within construction, property maintenance, facilities management, or insurance reinstatement Knowledge of insured building repairs and claims processes Understanding of construction contracts and project management principles Experience using job management or construction software systems Personal Attributes Professional and customer-focused Proactive and willing to learn Able to work effectively both independently and as part of a team Strong problem-solving skills Adaptable and capable of working in a fast-paced environment Positive attitude with a commitment to delivering excellent service Benefits: The benefits package includes a standard entitlement of 20 days paid holiday per year (in addition to the 8 UK Bank and Public holidays) and access to a pension scheme following a qualifying period. Please click the APPLY button to send your CV and Cover Letter for this role. The Company is committed to diversity and equality of opportunity for all and is opposed to any form of less favourable treatment and harassment on the grounds of all the 'protected characteristics' as identified by the Equality Act 2010. Candidates with experience or relevant job titles of; Project Coordinator, Site Administrator, Construction Planner, Insurance Reinstatement, Property Maintenance Coordinator, Assistant Contracts Manager, Building Repair Coordination, Works Scheduler, Subcontractor Management, Claims Handling, Construction Admin, Facilities Coordinator, Project Support Assistant, RAMS (Risk Assessments & Method Statements), and Building Services Coordinator may also be considered for this role.
Jun 11, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Trainee Contract Manager Location: SG1 4QX - Stevenage, Hertfordshire Salary: Competitive Job Type: Full time, Permanent Working Hours: 40 Hours Per Week, Monday to Friday 08:00 - 17:00 About us: Garrard Building and Construction Ltd is a family run construction company established in 1946. The Company specialises in building repair and renovation to domestic and commercial properties within an approximate 50-mile radius of our offices in Stevenage, Hertfordshire. We are a specialist construction and property repair company delivering insured building repairs on behalf of insurers, loss adjusters, housing providers, and private clients. Our projects range from minor reinstatement works to major property repairs following subsidence, fire, flood, escape of water, impact, and other insured events. We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality repairs, excellent customer service, and efficient project management. About the Role: The Assistant Contract Manager will provide administrative, operational, and project support to multiple Contract Managers and repair teams across a portfolio of insured building repair projects. The role is ideal for an organised and proactive individual looking to develop a career in construction management, insurance reinstatement, and project delivery. The successful candidate will assist in coordinating projects from instruction through to completion, ensuring works are delivered safely, efficiently, within budget, and to the required quality standards while maintaining excellent communication with clients, customers, subcontractors and suppliers. Career Development This role offers an excellent opportunity to develop within a growing construction business, with progression opportunities into Contract Management, Project Management, Surveying, or Operations Management roles. Main Duties & Responsibilities: Contract & Project Support Provide day-to-day support to Contract Managers across multiple live projects Assist with planning, scheduling, and coordinating repair works Monitor project progress and update internal management systems Support the preparation of work programmes and project documentation Assist in managing project costs and monitoring budgets Help ensure projects are completed within agreed timescales and service level agreements Client & Stakeholder Communication Act as a point of contact for clients, customers, loss adjusters, and subcontractors Provide regular updates regarding project progress Respond to customer queries and assist in resolving issues promptly Support the management of customer expectations throughout the repair process Commercial & Administrative Duties Raise purchase orders and subcontractor instructions Assist with valuations, variations, and invoicing processes Maintain accurate project records and documentation Support the preparation of reports and performance data Ensure all project files are up to date and compliant Health, Safety & Compliance Assist in ensuring projects comply with company health and safety procedures Maintain records relating to risk assessments, method statements, and site documentation Support compliance with company policies, insurance requirements, and industry regulations Promote safe working practices across all projects Operational Support Assist with general project administration Assist with material ordering and delivery schedules Support site inspections and quality control processes where required Work collaboratively with all other team members About you: Essential Previous experience in an administrative, coordinator, assistant project management, or construction support role Strong organisational and time management skills Excellent communication and customer service abilities Good IT skills including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities simultaneously Strong attention to detail and accuracy Full UK driving licence Desirable Experience within construction, property maintenance, facilities management, or insurance reinstatement Knowledge of insured building repairs and claims processes Understanding of construction contracts and project management principles Experience using job management or construction software systems Personal Attributes Professional and customer-focused Proactive and willing to learn Able to work effectively both independently and as part of a team Strong problem-solving skills Adaptable and capable of working in a fast-paced environment Positive attitude with a commitment to delivering excellent service Benefits: The benefits package includes a standard entitlement of 20 days paid holiday per year (in addition to the 8 UK Bank and Public holidays) and access to a pension scheme following a qualifying period. Please click the APPLY button to send your CV and Cover Letter for this role. The Company is committed to diversity and equality of opportunity for all and is opposed to any form of less favourable treatment and harassment on the grounds of all the 'protected characteristics' as identified by the Equality Act 2010. Candidates with experience or relevant job titles of; Project Coordinator, Site Administrator, Construction Planner, Insurance Reinstatement, Property Maintenance Coordinator, Assistant Contracts Manager, Building Repair Coordination, Works Scheduler, Subcontractor Management, Claims Handling, Construction Admin, Facilities Coordinator, Project Support Assistant, RAMS (Risk Assessments & Method Statements), and Building Services Coordinator may also be considered for this role.
Finance Manager Job Title: Finance Manager Reporting to: Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Hours: 4 days a week (28 hours) Salary: Dependent on experience and skill set About the Organisation A community-based charity committed to delivering high-quality, person-centred support to individuals experiencing homelessness, crisis, and multiple disadvantage. Services span supported housing, crisis and drop-in provision, food services, a social supermarket, and a trading subsidiary. Those supported are often living with the long-term effects of complex childhood trauma, alongside challenges including addiction, mental ill-health, and significant health inequality. Work is rooted in compassion, and belief everyone deserves the chance to rebuild their life. Purpose of the Role We are looking for an experienced Finance Manager to take ownership of the financial health of the organisation. You will provide robust financial management, ensure compliance across a varied range of income streams, and act as a trusted adviser to senior leadership and trustees. Key Responsibilities Financial Management & Reporting Oversee the preparation of monthly management accounts, including commentary and variance analysis Drive the annual budgeting and forecasting cycle Deliver clear, accessible financial reporting to the Senior Leadership Team and Board of Trustees Monitor performance against budget and flag risks in a timely manner Income & Fund Management Maintain accurate management of restricted and unrestricted funds in line with funder requirements Ensure correct income recognition across grants, contracts, rental income, donations, and trading Oversee subsidiary and retail-style accounting activities Support the preparation of funder financial reports and returns Housing & Operations Finance Manage financial processes relating to supported housing stock, including rent accounting and arrears Work alongside operational managers to support cost control and budget ownership Provide financial oversight across seasonal and crisis services Compliance & Controls Take the lead on annual audit and independent examination preparation Ensure adherence to Charity Commission requirements and applicable accounting standards including SORP Manage VAT obligations, particularly in relation to trading activity Own and develop Finance Policy, procedures, and standard operating processes Leadership & Strategy Serve as a key financial adviser to the CEO and Board Input into organisational strategy, long-term financial planning, and sustainability Contribute to funding bids and business planning activity Systems & Team Line manage the Finance Officer, providing support and development Oversee payroll processing and HMRC and pension compliance Develop and maintain financial systems and reporting tools Person Specification Essential: Proven experience in a finance role within the charity, not-for-profit, or housing sector Solid grounding in management accounting, budgeting, and financial controls Experience managing multiple income streams including restricted funding Confident communicating financial information to non-finance audiences Strong Excel skills and experience with SAGE accounting software Comfortable working both strategically and at a hands-on operational level Desirable: Accountancy qualification (ACCA, CIMA, ACA) or working towards one Knowledge of Charity SORP and VAT in mixed-income organisations Experience in supported housing finance Previous line management responsibility Key Attributes Values-driven with strong commercial awareness Analytical and detail-focused Collaborative, with a genuine commitment to supporting frontline services Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.
Jun 11, 2026
Full time
Finance Manager Job Title: Finance Manager Reporting to: Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Hours: 4 days a week (28 hours) Salary: Dependent on experience and skill set About the Organisation A community-based charity committed to delivering high-quality, person-centred support to individuals experiencing homelessness, crisis, and multiple disadvantage. Services span supported housing, crisis and drop-in provision, food services, a social supermarket, and a trading subsidiary. Those supported are often living with the long-term effects of complex childhood trauma, alongside challenges including addiction, mental ill-health, and significant health inequality. Work is rooted in compassion, and belief everyone deserves the chance to rebuild their life. Purpose of the Role We are looking for an experienced Finance Manager to take ownership of the financial health of the organisation. You will provide robust financial management, ensure compliance across a varied range of income streams, and act as a trusted adviser to senior leadership and trustees. Key Responsibilities Financial Management & Reporting Oversee the preparation of monthly management accounts, including commentary and variance analysis Drive the annual budgeting and forecasting cycle Deliver clear, accessible financial reporting to the Senior Leadership Team and Board of Trustees Monitor performance against budget and flag risks in a timely manner Income & Fund Management Maintain accurate management of restricted and unrestricted funds in line with funder requirements Ensure correct income recognition across grants, contracts, rental income, donations, and trading Oversee subsidiary and retail-style accounting activities Support the preparation of funder financial reports and returns Housing & Operations Finance Manage financial processes relating to supported housing stock, including rent accounting and arrears Work alongside operational managers to support cost control and budget ownership Provide financial oversight across seasonal and crisis services Compliance & Controls Take the lead on annual audit and independent examination preparation Ensure adherence to Charity Commission requirements and applicable accounting standards including SORP Manage VAT obligations, particularly in relation to trading activity Own and develop Finance Policy, procedures, and standard operating processes Leadership & Strategy Serve as a key financial adviser to the CEO and Board Input into organisational strategy, long-term financial planning, and sustainability Contribute to funding bids and business planning activity Systems & Team Line manage the Finance Officer, providing support and development Oversee payroll processing and HMRC and pension compliance Develop and maintain financial systems and reporting tools Person Specification Essential: Proven experience in a finance role within the charity, not-for-profit, or housing sector Solid grounding in management accounting, budgeting, and financial controls Experience managing multiple income streams including restricted funding Confident communicating financial information to non-finance audiences Strong Excel skills and experience with SAGE accounting software Comfortable working both strategically and at a hands-on operational level Desirable: Accountancy qualification (ACCA, CIMA, ACA) or working towards one Knowledge of Charity SORP and VAT in mixed-income organisations Experience in supported housing finance Previous line management responsibility Key Attributes Values-driven with strong commercial awareness Analytical and detail-focused Collaborative, with a genuine commitment to supporting frontline services Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.
ONLi Group are working with a market leading Scaffolding contractor based in the West Midlands. Our client has been a prominent name within the industry, offering services such as contract scaffolding, powered access, scaffolding rental, and sales services. Due to continued growth plans and the current Operations Director soon to retire after 40 years service, they now have a requirment for a Scaffolding Operations Manager/ Operations Director to head up their operations team. The Scaffolding Operations Director is a senior strategic role responsible for overseeing all scaffolding and access activities, ensuring projects are safe, compliant, and profitable. They are responsible for managing the operations team, foster client relationships, and improve business profitability. Key duties include leading safety culture, managing resources, and driving commercial success. Key Responsibilities and Skills Operational Leadership: Manage overall scaffolding operations, project delivery, and resource allocation across multiple sites Commercial Acumen: Take full responsibility for divisional profitability, budget management, and financial reporting Strategic Planning: Develop long-term strategies for growth, business development, and improving service delivery. Safety and Compliance: Ensure all scaffolding operations adhere to health & safety legislation and company policies, including high-risk work. Team Leadership: Mentor, coach, and manage the performance of Contracts Managers, site managers, supervisors, and Scaffolding operatives. Client Management: Nurture relationships with major contractors and key clients to secure new projects and ensure satisfaction This role would suit an experienced Operations Manager or Operations Director with at least 5 years experience in the role with another Scaffolding Contractor. Ideally you will have some experience in working with Tier 1 contractors. Points of Appeal - Employee Ownership - Our clients business is employee owned, meaning all employee's are entitled to a profit share after a probation period. - You will have an opportunity to lead an excellent team of people - A full benefits package - You will have the opportunity to work with Tier 1 clients - You will have the opportunity to be involved in growth plans - Excellent Team environment.
Jun 11, 2026
Full time
ONLi Group are working with a market leading Scaffolding contractor based in the West Midlands. Our client has been a prominent name within the industry, offering services such as contract scaffolding, powered access, scaffolding rental, and sales services. Due to continued growth plans and the current Operations Director soon to retire after 40 years service, they now have a requirment for a Scaffolding Operations Manager/ Operations Director to head up their operations team. The Scaffolding Operations Director is a senior strategic role responsible for overseeing all scaffolding and access activities, ensuring projects are safe, compliant, and profitable. They are responsible for managing the operations team, foster client relationships, and improve business profitability. Key duties include leading safety culture, managing resources, and driving commercial success. Key Responsibilities and Skills Operational Leadership: Manage overall scaffolding operations, project delivery, and resource allocation across multiple sites Commercial Acumen: Take full responsibility for divisional profitability, budget management, and financial reporting Strategic Planning: Develop long-term strategies for growth, business development, and improving service delivery. Safety and Compliance: Ensure all scaffolding operations adhere to health & safety legislation and company policies, including high-risk work. Team Leadership: Mentor, coach, and manage the performance of Contracts Managers, site managers, supervisors, and Scaffolding operatives. Client Management: Nurture relationships with major contractors and key clients to secure new projects and ensure satisfaction This role would suit an experienced Operations Manager or Operations Director with at least 5 years experience in the role with another Scaffolding Contractor. Ideally you will have some experience in working with Tier 1 contractors. Points of Appeal - Employee Ownership - Our clients business is employee owned, meaning all employee's are entitled to a profit share after a probation period. - You will have an opportunity to lead an excellent team of people - A full benefits package - You will have the opportunity to work with Tier 1 clients - You will have the opportunity to be involved in growth plans - Excellent Team environment.
Job Title: Small Works Delivery Manager Location: Witham, Essex Salary: 40,000 - 55,000 + per annum depending on experience Job Type: Full Time, Permanent About us: With over 30 years of industry experience, MBC Contracts was formed in 1991 to provide a design and shopfitting service capable of fast-track implementation within demanding and constantly changing retail environments. Our clients know that at MBC we can deal with any task with the utmost professionalism. About the role: We have an exciting opportunity for a Small Works Delivery Manager within the UK building sector. The role typically entails managing multiple fast-paced, low-value projects (construction, maintenance, fit-out) from initial scoping to completion. The Small Works Delivery Manager will be based from our Witham office with regular site visits required. Key Role Responsibilities Project Delivery: Take full ownership of multiple small-to-medium-sized projects ( 0k- 500k+), ensuring they are completed within budget, on time, and to high quality standards Scoping & Tendering: Site scoping, producing method statements, and managing quotations Client Management: Acting as the main point of contact for clients, building strong relationships, and managing expectations Safety & Compliance: Ensuring all work complies with health and safety regulations (CDM regulations) Supply Chain Management: Overseeing Labour scheduling and ensuring safe site operations. About you: Skills and Experience: Proven background in managing construction, fit-out, or building maintenance projects Strong commercial awareness Excellent communication and proficiency in project planning/scheduling software Mechanical background in VRF Systems/HVAC an advantage Qualifications: NEBOSH/NVQ site Management/REFCOM an advantage Benefits: Competitive salary Company vehicle Pension Mobile phone/contribution Please click on the APPLY button to send your CV and Cover Letter for this role. Candidates with experience of; Small Works Manager, Small Works, Small Works Contract Manager, Operations Manager, Small Works Building Contracts Manager, Small Works Construction Manager, Construction Project Manager, Fit Out Project Manager, Building Maintenance Project Manager, Mechanical Projects may also be considered for this role.
Jun 11, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Small Works Delivery Manager Location: Witham, Essex Salary: 40,000 - 55,000 + per annum depending on experience Job Type: Full Time, Permanent About us: With over 30 years of industry experience, MBC Contracts was formed in 1991 to provide a design and shopfitting service capable of fast-track implementation within demanding and constantly changing retail environments. Our clients know that at MBC we can deal with any task with the utmost professionalism. About the role: We have an exciting opportunity for a Small Works Delivery Manager within the UK building sector. The role typically entails managing multiple fast-paced, low-value projects (construction, maintenance, fit-out) from initial scoping to completion. The Small Works Delivery Manager will be based from our Witham office with regular site visits required. Key Role Responsibilities Project Delivery: Take full ownership of multiple small-to-medium-sized projects ( 0k- 500k+), ensuring they are completed within budget, on time, and to high quality standards Scoping & Tendering: Site scoping, producing method statements, and managing quotations Client Management: Acting as the main point of contact for clients, building strong relationships, and managing expectations Safety & Compliance: Ensuring all work complies with health and safety regulations (CDM regulations) Supply Chain Management: Overseeing Labour scheduling and ensuring safe site operations. About you: Skills and Experience: Proven background in managing construction, fit-out, or building maintenance projects Strong commercial awareness Excellent communication and proficiency in project planning/scheduling software Mechanical background in VRF Systems/HVAC an advantage Qualifications: NEBOSH/NVQ site Management/REFCOM an advantage Benefits: Competitive salary Company vehicle Pension Mobile phone/contribution Please click on the APPLY button to send your CV and Cover Letter for this role. Candidates with experience of; Small Works Manager, Small Works, Small Works Contract Manager, Operations Manager, Small Works Building Contracts Manager, Small Works Construction Manager, Construction Project Manager, Fit Out Project Manager, Building Maintenance Project Manager, Mechanical Projects may also be considered for this role.
Commercial Manager - M&E (Mechanical & Electrical) London (Projects Across Greater London) 90,000 + Excellent Benefits A leading building services and engineering contractor is seeking an experienced M&E Commercial Manager to oversee the commercial delivery of major mechanical and electrical projects across London. This is a senior role within a well-established business delivering high-value schemes across sectors including commercial offices, residential developments, healthcare, data centres, and mixed-use projects. You'll play a key role in protecting commercial performance while supporting project teams to deliver first-class engineering solutions. The Role As Commercial Manager, you will take full commercial responsibility for multiple M&E packages and projects, managing costs, contracts, and commercial risk from pre-construction through to final account. Key Responsibilities: Leading the commercial management of mechanical and electrical packages Overseeing procurement of subcontractors and suppliers Contract administration under NEC, JCT, or bespoke forms of contract Managing project budgets, cost reporting, and forecasting Identifying, managing, and mitigating commercial risks Valuations, variations, change control, and final accounts Leading and mentoring Quantity Surveyors and commercial staff Working closely with project managers, engineers, and clients to ensure commercial success Supporting bid and pre-construction teams with commercial input where required About You You'll be a commercially astute professional with a strong background in building services or M&E contracting. Essential: Proven experience as a Commercial Manager or Senior Quantity Surveyor within M&E or building services Strong knowledge of mechanical and electrical installations and project lifecycles Experience managing high-value M&E packages on major construction projects Excellent understanding of NEC and/or JCT contracts Strong negotiation, financial management, and reporting skills Experience leading or mentoring junior commercial team members Desirable: Degree-qualified in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, or similar Experience on large-scale London-based projects Professional membership (RICS, CICES, or similar) What's on Offer 90,000 salary Car allowance or travel allowance Annual performance bonus Private healthcare Pension scheme If you're an experienced M&E commercial professional ready to step into a leadership role on major London projects, this is a fantastic opportunity to join a respected and growing contractor. If interested in further details please contact John Baker or Katherine Oxlade Fusion People are committed to promoting equal opportunities to people regardless of age, gender, religion, belief, race, sexuality or disability. We operate as an employment agency and employment business. You'll find a wide selection of vacancies on our website.
Jun 11, 2026
Full time
Commercial Manager - M&E (Mechanical & Electrical) London (Projects Across Greater London) 90,000 + Excellent Benefits A leading building services and engineering contractor is seeking an experienced M&E Commercial Manager to oversee the commercial delivery of major mechanical and electrical projects across London. This is a senior role within a well-established business delivering high-value schemes across sectors including commercial offices, residential developments, healthcare, data centres, and mixed-use projects. You'll play a key role in protecting commercial performance while supporting project teams to deliver first-class engineering solutions. The Role As Commercial Manager, you will take full commercial responsibility for multiple M&E packages and projects, managing costs, contracts, and commercial risk from pre-construction through to final account. Key Responsibilities: Leading the commercial management of mechanical and electrical packages Overseeing procurement of subcontractors and suppliers Contract administration under NEC, JCT, or bespoke forms of contract Managing project budgets, cost reporting, and forecasting Identifying, managing, and mitigating commercial risks Valuations, variations, change control, and final accounts Leading and mentoring Quantity Surveyors and commercial staff Working closely with project managers, engineers, and clients to ensure commercial success Supporting bid and pre-construction teams with commercial input where required About You You'll be a commercially astute professional with a strong background in building services or M&E contracting. Essential: Proven experience as a Commercial Manager or Senior Quantity Surveyor within M&E or building services Strong knowledge of mechanical and electrical installations and project lifecycles Experience managing high-value M&E packages on major construction projects Excellent understanding of NEC and/or JCT contracts Strong negotiation, financial management, and reporting skills Experience leading or mentoring junior commercial team members Desirable: Degree-qualified in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, or similar Experience on large-scale London-based projects Professional membership (RICS, CICES, or similar) What's on Offer 90,000 salary Car allowance or travel allowance Annual performance bonus Private healthcare Pension scheme If you're an experienced M&E commercial professional ready to step into a leadership role on major London projects, this is a fantastic opportunity to join a respected and growing contractor. If interested in further details please contact John Baker or Katherine Oxlade Fusion People are committed to promoting equal opportunities to people regardless of age, gender, religion, belief, race, sexuality or disability. We operate as an employment agency and employment business. You'll find a wide selection of vacancies on our website.
Cloud IT Platform Manager Bristol Start ASAP Package negotiable for the right applicant. A Market leader in terms of innovation with its High Availability Cloud platforms that it hosts its customers on. One based on VMWare virtualisation, One based on Oracle ILVM virtualisation. Responsibility: There is an internal IT team (ITS) that manage these private cloud platforms and provide internal IT services to company staff. The business also has contracts with external suppliers that assist with resource and skills in this area. This role is primarily as above but ideally will extend to include technical input into the software development team. Activities would include Resource planning Out of Hours work scheduling On call cover scheduling Providing reports to company as a whole and to board Member of the management team Working with external suppliers IT Budget management Technical staff recruitment Technical input to strategy discussions This will be an incredible opportunity for the right person, help shape and develop the team, get involved in technical direction and be senior figure within a successful business that has been around for over quarter of a century. Anyone that feels they have the management skills and technical capability, should send their CV in the first instance for the attention of Mark Hadfield
Jun 11, 2026
Full time
Cloud IT Platform Manager Bristol Start ASAP Package negotiable for the right applicant. A Market leader in terms of innovation with its High Availability Cloud platforms that it hosts its customers on. One based on VMWare virtualisation, One based on Oracle ILVM virtualisation. Responsibility: There is an internal IT team (ITS) that manage these private cloud platforms and provide internal IT services to company staff. The business also has contracts with external suppliers that assist with resource and skills in this area. This role is primarily as above but ideally will extend to include technical input into the software development team. Activities would include Resource planning Out of Hours work scheduling On call cover scheduling Providing reports to company as a whole and to board Member of the management team Working with external suppliers IT Budget management Technical staff recruitment Technical input to strategy discussions This will be an incredible opportunity for the right person, help shape and develop the team, get involved in technical direction and be senior figure within a successful business that has been around for over quarter of a century. Anyone that feels they have the management skills and technical capability, should send their CV in the first instance for the attention of Mark Hadfield
