Any company can tell you about how they are a multi award winning, market leading business and yes, we're both of those things in the world of IoT connectivity! But we're more than that. Our mission? To make IoT management a breeze for any device, anywhere. With over18 million IoT subscriptionsactive in165 countriesand direct partnerships with50 mobile networks, we connect you to more than750 networks worldwide, delivering unmatched value across the IoT connectivity chain. Innovation is in our DNA, and we have an insatiable hunger to 'wow'! While we may not always get it right, our drive to collaborate, innovate, and achieve top notch customer satisfaction never wavers. We offer industry expertise, stellar service support, and the most flexible, resilient, and secure connectivity solutions on the market. Our expertise spans across various sectors, including industry, agriculture, healthcare, security, transport, utilities, and smart cities. The Opportunity We are seeking an exceptional Managing Director - Operations to lead and scale the operational backbone of Wireless Logic. This role is accountable for the end-to-end operational performance of the business, ensuring that we can sell, deliver, bill, support, comply and govern effectively at scale. You will play a critical role in enabling growth while ensuring operational control, consistency, and resilience across a complex, international organisation. Working in close partnership with the Managing Director - Technology, this role ensures alignment between service delivery, platform reliability and change, supporting a high availability, regulated and product led business. This is a highly strategic and hands on leadership role requiring strong commercial, operational and governance expertise. Key Responsibilities Include But Not Limited To: End-to-End Operational Leadership Own operational performance across: Customer service delivery Commercial lifecycle (Contract-to-Cash) Internal IT and business systems Compliance, quality and ESG Legal governance Ensure operations are predictable, scalable, controlled and auditable Translate company strategy into repeatable, high-quality operational execution Drive alignment between service delivery, commercial performance and operational control Customer Service & Experience Own the customer service operating model and customer experience outcomes Ensure service operations: Deliver consistent, high-quality customer support Meet contractual SLAs and performance standards Provide clear communication during incidents and change Partner with Technology to: Manage customer impact during incidents Ensure effective service recovery and coordination Ensure customer experience is protected through growth and transformation Commercial Lifecycle Performance & Revenue Protection Ensure the organisation can contract, fulfil and bill customers accurately at scale Hold leadership accountable for: Revenue integrity Billing accuracy Commercial assurance across the lifecycle Partner with the CFO to ensure: Financial accuracy and control Alignment between operational execution and financial reporting Drive operational models that support revenue growth and margin optimisation Business Operations, Systems & Enablement Ensure internal systems and processes enable efficient and scalable operations Drive: End-to-end process integration across the business Reduction of system fragmentation and inefficiencies Secure, compliant and auditable system environments Own prioritisation of internal IT and operational system changes Compliance, Quality & ESG Assurance Own the organisation's assurance and compliance posture Ensure regulatory, quality and ESG obligations are: Clearly defined and understood Embedded into operational processes Actively monitored and managed Maintain confidence with regulators, auditors, customers and the Board Drive continuous improvement through audit and assurance insights Legal Governance & Risk Management Oversee legal governance through the General Counsel Ensure legal risks are: Identified early Managed pragmatically Escalated appropriately Ensure legal frameworks support commercial activity and operational execution Operational Governance & Decision Making Own and lead the operational governance framework Chair key forums including: Service performance reviews Commercial assurance and margin reviews Risk, compliance and audit forums Ensure: Clear accountability and escalation paths Strong cross functional alignment Effective resolution of operational conflicts Act as final decision maker on trade offs between: Customer experience Operational efficiency Commercial performance Partnership with Product & Go To Market Partner with Product and GTM leadership to ensure: Product strategies are operationally deliverable Pricing and commercial constructs are executable Products are scalable, compliant and supportable Act as joint owner of: Product operability standards Launch readiness and go/no go decisions Provide insight on: Cost to serve Service complexity Customer experience drivers Partnership with Managing Director - Technology Act as the primary operational counterpart to Technology leadership Ensure alignment between: Service delivery Platform reliability Change and transformation initiatives Balance: Operational stability Platform evolution and innovation Maintain clear accountability boundaries: Technology: platforms, engineering, reliability Operations: service delivery, commercial performance, operational control Measures of Success Customer SLA performance and satisfaction Billing accuracy and revenue leakage reduction Margin performance and cost to serve efficiency Audit, regulatory and compliance outcomes Internal system performance and usability Reduction in operational defects and repeat issues Strength and maturity of operational governance and controls Confidence of Board, regulators and executive stakeholders Required Experience & Attributes Proven experience in a senior operational leadership role within a complex, international business Strong background in telecoms, IoT, SaaS, or subscription based environments Demonstrated success in building and scaling end to end operating models Deep understanding of commercial lifecycle management (Contract-to-Cash) Experience operating in regulated or compliance heavy environments Strong financial and commercial acumen, including margin and cost to serve management Experience working in private equity backed or high growth organisations is highly desirable Wireless Logic Group unites and brings people together. We accomplish this when we lead with a lens of diversity, equity, and inclusion in everything we do. As a global company that drives culture, we aim to reflect the world's diverse voices both internally and externally to ensure success in our mission.
May 16, 2026
Full time
Any company can tell you about how they are a multi award winning, market leading business and yes, we're both of those things in the world of IoT connectivity! But we're more than that. Our mission? To make IoT management a breeze for any device, anywhere. With over18 million IoT subscriptionsactive in165 countriesand direct partnerships with50 mobile networks, we connect you to more than750 networks worldwide, delivering unmatched value across the IoT connectivity chain. Innovation is in our DNA, and we have an insatiable hunger to 'wow'! While we may not always get it right, our drive to collaborate, innovate, and achieve top notch customer satisfaction never wavers. We offer industry expertise, stellar service support, and the most flexible, resilient, and secure connectivity solutions on the market. Our expertise spans across various sectors, including industry, agriculture, healthcare, security, transport, utilities, and smart cities. The Opportunity We are seeking an exceptional Managing Director - Operations to lead and scale the operational backbone of Wireless Logic. This role is accountable for the end-to-end operational performance of the business, ensuring that we can sell, deliver, bill, support, comply and govern effectively at scale. You will play a critical role in enabling growth while ensuring operational control, consistency, and resilience across a complex, international organisation. Working in close partnership with the Managing Director - Technology, this role ensures alignment between service delivery, platform reliability and change, supporting a high availability, regulated and product led business. This is a highly strategic and hands on leadership role requiring strong commercial, operational and governance expertise. Key Responsibilities Include But Not Limited To: End-to-End Operational Leadership Own operational performance across: Customer service delivery Commercial lifecycle (Contract-to-Cash) Internal IT and business systems Compliance, quality and ESG Legal governance Ensure operations are predictable, scalable, controlled and auditable Translate company strategy into repeatable, high-quality operational execution Drive alignment between service delivery, commercial performance and operational control Customer Service & Experience Own the customer service operating model and customer experience outcomes Ensure service operations: Deliver consistent, high-quality customer support Meet contractual SLAs and performance standards Provide clear communication during incidents and change Partner with Technology to: Manage customer impact during incidents Ensure effective service recovery and coordination Ensure customer experience is protected through growth and transformation Commercial Lifecycle Performance & Revenue Protection Ensure the organisation can contract, fulfil and bill customers accurately at scale Hold leadership accountable for: Revenue integrity Billing accuracy Commercial assurance across the lifecycle Partner with the CFO to ensure: Financial accuracy and control Alignment between operational execution and financial reporting Drive operational models that support revenue growth and margin optimisation Business Operations, Systems & Enablement Ensure internal systems and processes enable efficient and scalable operations Drive: End-to-end process integration across the business Reduction of system fragmentation and inefficiencies Secure, compliant and auditable system environments Own prioritisation of internal IT and operational system changes Compliance, Quality & ESG Assurance Own the organisation's assurance and compliance posture Ensure regulatory, quality and ESG obligations are: Clearly defined and understood Embedded into operational processes Actively monitored and managed Maintain confidence with regulators, auditors, customers and the Board Drive continuous improvement through audit and assurance insights Legal Governance & Risk Management Oversee legal governance through the General Counsel Ensure legal risks are: Identified early Managed pragmatically Escalated appropriately Ensure legal frameworks support commercial activity and operational execution Operational Governance & Decision Making Own and lead the operational governance framework Chair key forums including: Service performance reviews Commercial assurance and margin reviews Risk, compliance and audit forums Ensure: Clear accountability and escalation paths Strong cross functional alignment Effective resolution of operational conflicts Act as final decision maker on trade offs between: Customer experience Operational efficiency Commercial performance Partnership with Product & Go To Market Partner with Product and GTM leadership to ensure: Product strategies are operationally deliverable Pricing and commercial constructs are executable Products are scalable, compliant and supportable Act as joint owner of: Product operability standards Launch readiness and go/no go decisions Provide insight on: Cost to serve Service complexity Customer experience drivers Partnership with Managing Director - Technology Act as the primary operational counterpart to Technology leadership Ensure alignment between: Service delivery Platform reliability Change and transformation initiatives Balance: Operational stability Platform evolution and innovation Maintain clear accountability boundaries: Technology: platforms, engineering, reliability Operations: service delivery, commercial performance, operational control Measures of Success Customer SLA performance and satisfaction Billing accuracy and revenue leakage reduction Margin performance and cost to serve efficiency Audit, regulatory and compliance outcomes Internal system performance and usability Reduction in operational defects and repeat issues Strength and maturity of operational governance and controls Confidence of Board, regulators and executive stakeholders Required Experience & Attributes Proven experience in a senior operational leadership role within a complex, international business Strong background in telecoms, IoT, SaaS, or subscription based environments Demonstrated success in building and scaling end to end operating models Deep understanding of commercial lifecycle management (Contract-to-Cash) Experience operating in regulated or compliance heavy environments Strong financial and commercial acumen, including margin and cost to serve management Experience working in private equity backed or high growth organisations is highly desirable Wireless Logic Group unites and brings people together. We accomplish this when we lead with a lens of diversity, equity, and inclusion in everything we do. As a global company that drives culture, we aim to reflect the world's diverse voices both internally and externally to ensure success in our mission.
Professional & Technical Recruitment Consultant Location: Hybrid - 3 days on-site Ipswich or Cambridge, Milton, Northampton or Walsall / 2 days from home Salary: Competitive + Bonus Contract: Full-time, 37 hours per week At Opus People Solutions , we deliver managed service recruitment (MSP) to over 25 local authority clients across the UK. Our model is built around expertise, ethical delivery, and long-term partnership - not just filling roles, but finding the right people who will shape the future of public services. We are now expanding our Professional & Technical desk; a vertical which covers complex, business critical roles in areas like environmental health, IT, surveying, building control, and more. This is a great opportunity for a consultant who enjoys working closely with senior stakeholders, managing technical briefs, and playing a part in how local government services are delivered. What you'll do: Work directly with hiring managers to take accurate briefs and understand technical requirements Provide high quality shortlists through direct sourcing and engagement with our trusted supply chain Deliver brilliant candidate and client communication - professional, timely and people focused Manage multiple (often high profile) roles at pace while maintaining strong service quality Build and manage trusted partnerships with a wide supplier base Support workforce planning conversations by understanding long term client needs Attending client meetings and supplier reviews to build relationships, understand challenges and plan ahead We're looking for someone who: Is a confident communicator - written, spoken, and on the phone Can juggle a varied workload and prioritise effectively Is curious and conscientious - keen to learn and deliver high standards Has strong commercial awareness and a drive to exceed expectations (without pushy sales!) Is comfortable engaging with senior decision makers, including up to Chief Executive level Thrives in a fast paced, delivery focused environment with a clear public impact Why Opus? Hybrid working: 3 days in the office, 2 days at home Annual bonus scheme + flexible benefits Join a people first business that values public sector impact Clear career progression and training in MSP deliver
May 16, 2026
Full time
Professional & Technical Recruitment Consultant Location: Hybrid - 3 days on-site Ipswich or Cambridge, Milton, Northampton or Walsall / 2 days from home Salary: Competitive + Bonus Contract: Full-time, 37 hours per week At Opus People Solutions , we deliver managed service recruitment (MSP) to over 25 local authority clients across the UK. Our model is built around expertise, ethical delivery, and long-term partnership - not just filling roles, but finding the right people who will shape the future of public services. We are now expanding our Professional & Technical desk; a vertical which covers complex, business critical roles in areas like environmental health, IT, surveying, building control, and more. This is a great opportunity for a consultant who enjoys working closely with senior stakeholders, managing technical briefs, and playing a part in how local government services are delivered. What you'll do: Work directly with hiring managers to take accurate briefs and understand technical requirements Provide high quality shortlists through direct sourcing and engagement with our trusted supply chain Deliver brilliant candidate and client communication - professional, timely and people focused Manage multiple (often high profile) roles at pace while maintaining strong service quality Build and manage trusted partnerships with a wide supplier base Support workforce planning conversations by understanding long term client needs Attending client meetings and supplier reviews to build relationships, understand challenges and plan ahead We're looking for someone who: Is a confident communicator - written, spoken, and on the phone Can juggle a varied workload and prioritise effectively Is curious and conscientious - keen to learn and deliver high standards Has strong commercial awareness and a drive to exceed expectations (without pushy sales!) Is comfortable engaging with senior decision makers, including up to Chief Executive level Thrives in a fast paced, delivery focused environment with a clear public impact Why Opus? Hybrid working: 3 days in the office, 2 days at home Annual bonus scheme + flexible benefits Join a people first business that values public sector impact Clear career progression and training in MSP deliver
Chief Executive Officer (Part-time, 3 days/week) Veterans With Dogs (VWD) is seeking an experienced, values-driven and credible Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to lead our charity into its next chapter. This rare and exciting opportunity offers the chance to guide a small, high-impact team at a pivotal stage in the charity s growth. Location: Flexible / UK-based, with regular travel to Exeter, training sites, and key meetings as required. We are flexible in how this is structured, and relocation is not required. Salary: £45,000 £55,000 pro-rata (equivalent to £27,000 - £33,000 for 3 days/week) + 3% pension contribution Contract: Permanent Hours: 21 hours / 3 days per week Holiday: 28 days per annum (FTE), plus bank holidays Reports to: Chair of Trustees Direct reports: 3 About Veterans With Dogs Veterans With Dogs is a UK charity that transforms the lives of Armed Forces veterans living with mental health challenges. Through the provision of highly trained assistance dogs and trauma-informed support, we help restore purpose, independence, and dignity to those who have served. Founded in 2012, our work addresses a vital gap for veterans living with PTSD, anxiety, depression, and complex trauma. Through our award-winning PALS (Partner Animal Life Skills) programme, we support veterans to rebuild their lives, with the constant support of a trusted companion by their side. Following a period of governance transition and renewal, we are entering a new and exciting phase. We are strengthening leadership, systems, and strategy to ensure long-term sustainability and greater reach, while maintaining the quality, care, and integrity that sit at the heart of our work. We recognise that this is a senior leadership role within a small organisation and are committed to flexibility in how the role is delivered. We are open to conversations around working patterns and location to ensure we attract the strongest possible candidate. We are also open to shaping aspects of the role around the strengths and location of the successful candidate. We would particularly welcome candidates who can bring fresh perspective, while respecting and building on the strong foundations already in place. This is an opportunity to shape the future of a respected and growing charity at a pivotal moment, with genuine scope to influence strategy, culture, and long-term impact. The Role The CEO will provide strategic direction, operational oversight, and cultural leadership for Veterans With Dogs. Working closely with the Board of Trustees, the CEO will oversee the delivery of the charity s mission, ensure operational excellence, develop our long-term strategy, and foster a values-led and high-performing team. This is a hands-on, multi-dimensional leadership role, ideal for a calm, pragmatic, and inspiring individual with experience of organisational stabilisation, stakeholder engagement, and sustainable growth. You will build strong relationships with the team and stakeholders, maintaining a visible and engaged leadership presence both in person and remotely. This is a genuinely part-time role with a focused and manageable scope, supported by an engaged Board of Trustees and a committed team. The role is designed to be sustainable within the allocated hours. Key Responsibilities Leadership & Strategy Lead the development and delivery of an interim plan and longer-term organisational strategy Translate strategic goals into clear operational priorities and plans Foster a compassionate, inclusive, and mission-aligned organisational culture Act as a credible and inspiring ambassador for Veterans With Dogs with stakeholders, funders, partners, and the public Guide the charity through stabilisation and values-led, sustainable growth Governance & Compliance Ensure compliance with all relevant charity law, regulation, and best practice Work in partnership with the Board of Trustees, supporting effective governance and reporting Implement and embed improvements in HR, finance, safeguarding, IT, and operational systems Lead on organisational risk management, ensuring policies and procedures are in place and regularly reviewed Operations & Programme Delivery Oversee day-to-day operations to ensure safe, ethical, and effective service delivery Ensure safeguarding standards are upheld for both veterans and dogs Drive continuous improvement in programme quality, delivery, and impact measurement Ensure operational systems and data processes are robust, compliant, and fit for purpose People & Culture Lead, support, and nurture a small, dedicated staff team and wider network of volunteers Promote staff wellbeing, clear communication, and professional development Work with trustees to assess future staffing needs and build leadership capacity Finance & Sustainability Work with trustees and advisors to ensure sound financial management and reporting Contribute to financial planning, budgeting, and development of a sustainable reserves policy Help diversify income streams, supporting fundraising efforts, corporate partnerships, and individual giving Fundraising & External Relations Build and maintain relationships with funders, donors, corporate partners, and sector allies Collaborate with the fundraising trustee to develop new funding opportunities Represent the charity externally with credibility, transparency, and professionalism Strengthen partnerships with ADUK, ADI, Cobseo, and other key membership bodies Person Specification Essential Senior leadership experience within a charity, social enterprise, or values-led organisation Strong knowledge of charity governance, regulation, and trustee relationships Experience leading teams through organisational change or stabilisation Financial literacy with experience of budgeting, reporting, and planning Excellent communication and interpersonal skills across diverse stakeholders A calm, values-based, and ethical leadership approach Desirable Experience in health, mental health, veterans services, or trauma-informed work Experience working with boards during periods of strategic or leadership transition Fundraising and/or income generation experience Understanding of safeguarding best practice (for people and/or animals) Lived experience of the military or charity sectors (not essential) Our Commitment Veterans With Dogs is committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion. We actively welcome applicants from all backgrounds and strive to create a supportive, respectful, and empowering workplace. We recognise the value of lived experience and are committed to continuous learning as an organisation. How to Apply Please apply via Charity Jobs. If you would like a confidential conversation before applying, we would be happy to speak with you. Closing date to apply : 5pm on Monday 15 June 2026 First interviews (online): week commencing 22 June 2026 Second interviews (in our Exeter office): TBC Previous applicants need not reapply, thank you. Veterans With Dogs is a registered charity in England and Wales (No. ).
May 16, 2026
Full time
Chief Executive Officer (Part-time, 3 days/week) Veterans With Dogs (VWD) is seeking an experienced, values-driven and credible Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to lead our charity into its next chapter. This rare and exciting opportunity offers the chance to guide a small, high-impact team at a pivotal stage in the charity s growth. Location: Flexible / UK-based, with regular travel to Exeter, training sites, and key meetings as required. We are flexible in how this is structured, and relocation is not required. Salary: £45,000 £55,000 pro-rata (equivalent to £27,000 - £33,000 for 3 days/week) + 3% pension contribution Contract: Permanent Hours: 21 hours / 3 days per week Holiday: 28 days per annum (FTE), plus bank holidays Reports to: Chair of Trustees Direct reports: 3 About Veterans With Dogs Veterans With Dogs is a UK charity that transforms the lives of Armed Forces veterans living with mental health challenges. Through the provision of highly trained assistance dogs and trauma-informed support, we help restore purpose, independence, and dignity to those who have served. Founded in 2012, our work addresses a vital gap for veterans living with PTSD, anxiety, depression, and complex trauma. Through our award-winning PALS (Partner Animal Life Skills) programme, we support veterans to rebuild their lives, with the constant support of a trusted companion by their side. Following a period of governance transition and renewal, we are entering a new and exciting phase. We are strengthening leadership, systems, and strategy to ensure long-term sustainability and greater reach, while maintaining the quality, care, and integrity that sit at the heart of our work. We recognise that this is a senior leadership role within a small organisation and are committed to flexibility in how the role is delivered. We are open to conversations around working patterns and location to ensure we attract the strongest possible candidate. We are also open to shaping aspects of the role around the strengths and location of the successful candidate. We would particularly welcome candidates who can bring fresh perspective, while respecting and building on the strong foundations already in place. This is an opportunity to shape the future of a respected and growing charity at a pivotal moment, with genuine scope to influence strategy, culture, and long-term impact. The Role The CEO will provide strategic direction, operational oversight, and cultural leadership for Veterans With Dogs. Working closely with the Board of Trustees, the CEO will oversee the delivery of the charity s mission, ensure operational excellence, develop our long-term strategy, and foster a values-led and high-performing team. This is a hands-on, multi-dimensional leadership role, ideal for a calm, pragmatic, and inspiring individual with experience of organisational stabilisation, stakeholder engagement, and sustainable growth. You will build strong relationships with the team and stakeholders, maintaining a visible and engaged leadership presence both in person and remotely. This is a genuinely part-time role with a focused and manageable scope, supported by an engaged Board of Trustees and a committed team. The role is designed to be sustainable within the allocated hours. Key Responsibilities Leadership & Strategy Lead the development and delivery of an interim plan and longer-term organisational strategy Translate strategic goals into clear operational priorities and plans Foster a compassionate, inclusive, and mission-aligned organisational culture Act as a credible and inspiring ambassador for Veterans With Dogs with stakeholders, funders, partners, and the public Guide the charity through stabilisation and values-led, sustainable growth Governance & Compliance Ensure compliance with all relevant charity law, regulation, and best practice Work in partnership with the Board of Trustees, supporting effective governance and reporting Implement and embed improvements in HR, finance, safeguarding, IT, and operational systems Lead on organisational risk management, ensuring policies and procedures are in place and regularly reviewed Operations & Programme Delivery Oversee day-to-day operations to ensure safe, ethical, and effective service delivery Ensure safeguarding standards are upheld for both veterans and dogs Drive continuous improvement in programme quality, delivery, and impact measurement Ensure operational systems and data processes are robust, compliant, and fit for purpose People & Culture Lead, support, and nurture a small, dedicated staff team and wider network of volunteers Promote staff wellbeing, clear communication, and professional development Work with trustees to assess future staffing needs and build leadership capacity Finance & Sustainability Work with trustees and advisors to ensure sound financial management and reporting Contribute to financial planning, budgeting, and development of a sustainable reserves policy Help diversify income streams, supporting fundraising efforts, corporate partnerships, and individual giving Fundraising & External Relations Build and maintain relationships with funders, donors, corporate partners, and sector allies Collaborate with the fundraising trustee to develop new funding opportunities Represent the charity externally with credibility, transparency, and professionalism Strengthen partnerships with ADUK, ADI, Cobseo, and other key membership bodies Person Specification Essential Senior leadership experience within a charity, social enterprise, or values-led organisation Strong knowledge of charity governance, regulation, and trustee relationships Experience leading teams through organisational change or stabilisation Financial literacy with experience of budgeting, reporting, and planning Excellent communication and interpersonal skills across diverse stakeholders A calm, values-based, and ethical leadership approach Desirable Experience in health, mental health, veterans services, or trauma-informed work Experience working with boards during periods of strategic or leadership transition Fundraising and/or income generation experience Understanding of safeguarding best practice (for people and/or animals) Lived experience of the military or charity sectors (not essential) Our Commitment Veterans With Dogs is committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion. We actively welcome applicants from all backgrounds and strive to create a supportive, respectful, and empowering workplace. We recognise the value of lived experience and are committed to continuous learning as an organisation. How to Apply Please apply via Charity Jobs. If you would like a confidential conversation before applying, we would be happy to speak with you. Closing date to apply : 5pm on Monday 15 June 2026 First interviews (online): week commencing 22 June 2026 Second interviews (in our Exeter office): TBC Previous applicants need not reapply, thank you. Veterans With Dogs is a registered charity in England and Wales (No. ).
Associate Director of Business Development The Associate Director of Business Development for Markerstudy Retail is the spearhead for the "engine room" of growth and the role is designed to lead the business development strategy for Markerstudy Retail, specifically focusing on the acquisition and delivery of new corporate partnerships. The Associate Director will be responsible for leading a high-performing team to identify, develop, and deliver innovative insurance propositions for corporate partners, managing everything from initial market mapping to final contract execution and solution design. We are a flexible, hybrid working employer. We do have offices based in Manchester, Peterborough and London where frequent travel to would be expected although the primary role will be out and about seeing clients and partners as and when required. Key Responsibilities Strategy & Pipeline Development Strategic Growth : Develop and implement a robust business development strategy aligned with our growth objectives, specifically targeting the expansion of corporate partnership channels, primarily for motor, household and pet opportunities. Market Mapping & Research : Conduct in-depth market research to identify new sector opportunities and emerging trends in the personal lines market to stay ahead of competitors. Pipeline Management : Proactively build and manage a multi-stage pipeline of high-value corporate clients, ensuring a consistent flow of opportunities from lead generation to conversion. Sales Playbooks : Develop and implement repeatable sales processes and "playbooks" to standardise the approach to new business acquisition. Proposition Design & Delivery Solution Design : Lead the creation of bespoke insurance propositions tailored to the unique needs of corporate partners and their employee/customer bases. Cross-Functional Collaboration : Work closely with commercial directors, product development, operations, technology and claims teams to ensure that new propositions are operationally viable and commercially sound. Delivery Oversight : Manage the transition of new partnerships from the sales phase to full operational delivery, ensuring a seamless implementation for the partner. Negotiation & Commercial Management Contract Negotiation : Lead complex negotiations regarding commercial terms, service level agreements (SLAs), and contractual negotiations to ensure profitable and sustainable partnerships. Commercial Viability : Conduct financial analysis and develop business cases to justify new partnership investments to the Executive Leadership Team. Team Leadership & Performance Team Management : Direct and mentor a team of business development professionals, setting clear KPIs and fostering a culture of accountability and excellence. Performance Monitoring : Regularly report on team performance, pipeline health, and revenue targets to senior management. Key Skills & Experience Proven track record in senior-level business development within the UK insurance sector, with specific success in securing large-scale corporate or affinity partnerships. Exceptional influencing and negotiation skills, with the ability to engage credibly with C-suite stakeholders at national and multinational organisations. Demonstrated experience in leading, coaching, and developing high-performing sales or business development teams. Deep understanding of the UK personal lines market, regulatory requirements (FCA), and the dynamics of corporate partnerships. What we offer in return? A collaborative and fast paced work environment Private Medical Insurance Yearly bonus scheme 30 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays and the ability to buy additional leave (annual leave also increases with service) Life Assurance 4x annual salary Vibrant, modern offices About Us Markerstudy Insurance Services Limited (MISL) is one of the largest Managing General Agents in the UK. With a strong presence in the UK motor insurance market, we specialise in niche motor cover, where our solid market knowledge and experience enables us to create highly targeted products. Our success is underpinned by our underwriting strategy to identify and apply special risk factors to the customers' advantage. That, and our skilled underwriting technicians who are friendly, accessible and empowered to make decisions. We only transact business through professional UK insurance intermediaries and we take pride in fostering excellent working relationships. Our products feature prominently on Aggregators' sites, such as Confused, Go Compare and Compare the Market, via our broker partners.
May 16, 2026
Full time
Associate Director of Business Development The Associate Director of Business Development for Markerstudy Retail is the spearhead for the "engine room" of growth and the role is designed to lead the business development strategy for Markerstudy Retail, specifically focusing on the acquisition and delivery of new corporate partnerships. The Associate Director will be responsible for leading a high-performing team to identify, develop, and deliver innovative insurance propositions for corporate partners, managing everything from initial market mapping to final contract execution and solution design. We are a flexible, hybrid working employer. We do have offices based in Manchester, Peterborough and London where frequent travel to would be expected although the primary role will be out and about seeing clients and partners as and when required. Key Responsibilities Strategy & Pipeline Development Strategic Growth : Develop and implement a robust business development strategy aligned with our growth objectives, specifically targeting the expansion of corporate partnership channels, primarily for motor, household and pet opportunities. Market Mapping & Research : Conduct in-depth market research to identify new sector opportunities and emerging trends in the personal lines market to stay ahead of competitors. Pipeline Management : Proactively build and manage a multi-stage pipeline of high-value corporate clients, ensuring a consistent flow of opportunities from lead generation to conversion. Sales Playbooks : Develop and implement repeatable sales processes and "playbooks" to standardise the approach to new business acquisition. Proposition Design & Delivery Solution Design : Lead the creation of bespoke insurance propositions tailored to the unique needs of corporate partners and their employee/customer bases. Cross-Functional Collaboration : Work closely with commercial directors, product development, operations, technology and claims teams to ensure that new propositions are operationally viable and commercially sound. Delivery Oversight : Manage the transition of new partnerships from the sales phase to full operational delivery, ensuring a seamless implementation for the partner. Negotiation & Commercial Management Contract Negotiation : Lead complex negotiations regarding commercial terms, service level agreements (SLAs), and contractual negotiations to ensure profitable and sustainable partnerships. Commercial Viability : Conduct financial analysis and develop business cases to justify new partnership investments to the Executive Leadership Team. Team Leadership & Performance Team Management : Direct and mentor a team of business development professionals, setting clear KPIs and fostering a culture of accountability and excellence. Performance Monitoring : Regularly report on team performance, pipeline health, and revenue targets to senior management. Key Skills & Experience Proven track record in senior-level business development within the UK insurance sector, with specific success in securing large-scale corporate or affinity partnerships. Exceptional influencing and negotiation skills, with the ability to engage credibly with C-suite stakeholders at national and multinational organisations. Demonstrated experience in leading, coaching, and developing high-performing sales or business development teams. Deep understanding of the UK personal lines market, regulatory requirements (FCA), and the dynamics of corporate partnerships. What we offer in return? A collaborative and fast paced work environment Private Medical Insurance Yearly bonus scheme 30 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays and the ability to buy additional leave (annual leave also increases with service) Life Assurance 4x annual salary Vibrant, modern offices About Us Markerstudy Insurance Services Limited (MISL) is one of the largest Managing General Agents in the UK. With a strong presence in the UK motor insurance market, we specialise in niche motor cover, where our solid market knowledge and experience enables us to create highly targeted products. Our success is underpinned by our underwriting strategy to identify and apply special risk factors to the customers' advantage. That, and our skilled underwriting technicians who are friendly, accessible and empowered to make decisions. We only transact business through professional UK insurance intermediaries and we take pride in fostering excellent working relationships. Our products feature prominently on Aggregators' sites, such as Confused, Go Compare and Compare the Market, via our broker partners.
Commercial Partnerships Executive London Hybrid Permanent Full Time 35 Hours £31,000 to £37,775 Join the ICAEW At ICAEW, you'll be part of an organisation that's shaping the future of business, finance and the accountancy profession on a global scale. Our bold 2030 Strategy puts members, innovation, sustainability and trust at the heart of everything we do-creating an exciting, forward-looking environment where your work has real impact. We invest in our people through our benefits package, continuous development and a supportive, inclusive culture that empowers you to grow and thrive. If you're looking for a role with purpose, influence and opportunity, ICAEW is a place where your future can truly take shape. Overall purpose of this role. The Institute of Chartered Accountants is responsible for regulation, education and development financial/services profession. Its members are those working in business, typically at Financial Director/CFO level or members working in accountancy practice, ranging from the big four to small regional firms. The Commercial Partnerships team are responsible for generating income through developing strategic partnerships with external organisations, with a view to aligning their marketing and engagement objectives with our technical requirements and member demographic. The Commercial Partnerships team are responsible for proposing activity that would provide this mutual benefit, often by designing annual strategic marketing campaigns with the client and liaising with internal technical managers to align the topic. These partnerships may include the following: Sponsorsip of in person and virtual events including bespoke silutions (round tables, workshops), webinars, digital and print advertising, and research. The successful candidate will be interested in business and finance with a drive to generate and execute new ideas, develop propositions, build relationship and become a leading expert in this sector. The person that will excel in this position will want to know what the next opportunity is, they will scan the news to find a commercial angle, they will see opportunity in regulation, they will be an outstanding networker with both internal and external senior finance professionals. The Commercial Partnerships team consists of Business Development and is supported by business operations and marketing. Responsibilities include: To identify new business opportunities through new client acquisition and growth, spotting business opportunities and working with internal stakeholders. To generate, through partnerships, a set revenue target as well as owning budgets and P&Ls for key ICAEW initiatives. To support and work with the Commercial Partnerships Account Management team on delivery of your client's program. To gain a detailed understanding of ICAEW's strategic objectives and that of our members. To gain detailed understanding of the clients' marketing and strategic objectives and to work with them to align with our own in the form of a partnership. Specific duties will vary from time to time in line with the business needs Candidate Profile Requirements: Good academic background and experience with selling and influencing skills. Previous consultative sales experience Experience working and interacting with C-Suite professionals Interest or experience in business and finance is beneficial to understand complex issues and spot opportunities Communication and presentation skills at all levels. Proven project/time management skills For the full role profile please click the document attached. Why work for us? We want you to enjoy your work and flourish in your role. Our working environment is friendly and supportive, and we encourage everyone to understand personal differences and treat each other with respect. We are a diverse organisation, employing skilled and motivated people from all backgrounds and helping them to reach their full potential, through training and development. Sustainability is important to us, and we work hard to reduce our carbon footprint, whether that's in our buildings through lighting and heating, or encouraging staff to recycle and reduce paper consumption. Our employee benefits include: A substantial suite of training and development Flexible working arrangements A generous benefits package which includes gym discounts, pension plan, season ticket travel loans and health and dental plans We are a disability confident employer.
May 16, 2026
Full time
Commercial Partnerships Executive London Hybrid Permanent Full Time 35 Hours £31,000 to £37,775 Join the ICAEW At ICAEW, you'll be part of an organisation that's shaping the future of business, finance and the accountancy profession on a global scale. Our bold 2030 Strategy puts members, innovation, sustainability and trust at the heart of everything we do-creating an exciting, forward-looking environment where your work has real impact. We invest in our people through our benefits package, continuous development and a supportive, inclusive culture that empowers you to grow and thrive. If you're looking for a role with purpose, influence and opportunity, ICAEW is a place where your future can truly take shape. Overall purpose of this role. The Institute of Chartered Accountants is responsible for regulation, education and development financial/services profession. Its members are those working in business, typically at Financial Director/CFO level or members working in accountancy practice, ranging from the big four to small regional firms. The Commercial Partnerships team are responsible for generating income through developing strategic partnerships with external organisations, with a view to aligning their marketing and engagement objectives with our technical requirements and member demographic. The Commercial Partnerships team are responsible for proposing activity that would provide this mutual benefit, often by designing annual strategic marketing campaigns with the client and liaising with internal technical managers to align the topic. These partnerships may include the following: Sponsorsip of in person and virtual events including bespoke silutions (round tables, workshops), webinars, digital and print advertising, and research. The successful candidate will be interested in business and finance with a drive to generate and execute new ideas, develop propositions, build relationship and become a leading expert in this sector. The person that will excel in this position will want to know what the next opportunity is, they will scan the news to find a commercial angle, they will see opportunity in regulation, they will be an outstanding networker with both internal and external senior finance professionals. The Commercial Partnerships team consists of Business Development and is supported by business operations and marketing. Responsibilities include: To identify new business opportunities through new client acquisition and growth, spotting business opportunities and working with internal stakeholders. To generate, through partnerships, a set revenue target as well as owning budgets and P&Ls for key ICAEW initiatives. To support and work with the Commercial Partnerships Account Management team on delivery of your client's program. To gain a detailed understanding of ICAEW's strategic objectives and that of our members. To gain detailed understanding of the clients' marketing and strategic objectives and to work with them to align with our own in the form of a partnership. Specific duties will vary from time to time in line with the business needs Candidate Profile Requirements: Good academic background and experience with selling and influencing skills. Previous consultative sales experience Experience working and interacting with C-Suite professionals Interest or experience in business and finance is beneficial to understand complex issues and spot opportunities Communication and presentation skills at all levels. Proven project/time management skills For the full role profile please click the document attached. Why work for us? We want you to enjoy your work and flourish in your role. Our working environment is friendly and supportive, and we encourage everyone to understand personal differences and treat each other with respect. We are a diverse organisation, employing skilled and motivated people from all backgrounds and helping them to reach their full potential, through training and development. Sustainability is important to us, and we work hard to reduce our carbon footprint, whether that's in our buildings through lighting and heating, or encouraging staff to recycle and reduce paper consumption. Our employee benefits include: A substantial suite of training and development Flexible working arrangements A generous benefits package which includes gym discounts, pension plan, season ticket travel loans and health and dental plans We are a disability confident employer.
Senior Account Executive Description You will play a critical role in driving the next stage of revenue growth at Fluent Commerce, owning and executing strategic sales initiatives across the Northern Europe region. Key Responsibilities: Creating and driving new business revenue(s) within your regional Retail and Direct to Consumer Brand target client base. Managing your personal Sales pipeline through first engagement to deal close. Maintaining consistent forecast accuracy and client/opportunity details. Working alongside Fluent Integration and Technology Partners on client engagements and prospecting. Meeting and exceeding all quarterly and annual sales quotas. Driving brand awareness campaigns and lead generation via networking, tradeshows and networking events. Working with our Marketing team to prepare collateral that will help you to secure meetings and close business. Capturing and quantifying the business impact of our solutions for clients. Identifying and retaining clients references. Skills, Knowledge & Expertise: 10 years + experience in closing enterprise Software as a Service (SaaS) sales in excess of €300k Annual Contract Value (ACV). Prior experience of selling into Enterprise accounts with MEDDPICC. Strong understanding of Retail, eCommerce and order management solutions. A natural ability to identify and follow up on opportunities. Attended trade shows, external events and conferences and publicly presented where appropriate. Demonstrable experience in compiling detailed proposals and presentations in order to close Sales. You'll have presented to C-level customers, and be able to utilise your energy, charisma and communication. Skills to engage with new and existing customers at all levels. An entrepreneurial spirit and the ability to be creative to secure business partnerships. Experience in preparing relevant project reports, budget management & forecasting. You'll be able to lead at Sales meetings in order to share information and ensure project consistency and transparency. Job Benefits: Flexibility: Work on your terms, when and where it suits you, while embodying our company culture. Flexible and supportive leave policies: Including generous paid parental leave and paid leave for your birthday so you can celebrate you. Culture is key: We have a great team and enjoy regular social events to foster a collaborative, supportive and fun work environment. Advance your career: We invest in your future by providing an allowance to help accelerate your learning and professional development. Bring your whole self to work: At Fluent, we strive to create and nurture a culture where every employee can bring their whole self to work, feel inspired, and empowered to do your life's work (or be your best self).
May 16, 2026
Full time
Senior Account Executive Description You will play a critical role in driving the next stage of revenue growth at Fluent Commerce, owning and executing strategic sales initiatives across the Northern Europe region. Key Responsibilities: Creating and driving new business revenue(s) within your regional Retail and Direct to Consumer Brand target client base. Managing your personal Sales pipeline through first engagement to deal close. Maintaining consistent forecast accuracy and client/opportunity details. Working alongside Fluent Integration and Technology Partners on client engagements and prospecting. Meeting and exceeding all quarterly and annual sales quotas. Driving brand awareness campaigns and lead generation via networking, tradeshows and networking events. Working with our Marketing team to prepare collateral that will help you to secure meetings and close business. Capturing and quantifying the business impact of our solutions for clients. Identifying and retaining clients references. Skills, Knowledge & Expertise: 10 years + experience in closing enterprise Software as a Service (SaaS) sales in excess of €300k Annual Contract Value (ACV). Prior experience of selling into Enterprise accounts with MEDDPICC. Strong understanding of Retail, eCommerce and order management solutions. A natural ability to identify and follow up on opportunities. Attended trade shows, external events and conferences and publicly presented where appropriate. Demonstrable experience in compiling detailed proposals and presentations in order to close Sales. You'll have presented to C-level customers, and be able to utilise your energy, charisma and communication. Skills to engage with new and existing customers at all levels. An entrepreneurial spirit and the ability to be creative to secure business partnerships. Experience in preparing relevant project reports, budget management & forecasting. You'll be able to lead at Sales meetings in order to share information and ensure project consistency and transparency. Job Benefits: Flexibility: Work on your terms, when and where it suits you, while embodying our company culture. Flexible and supportive leave policies: Including generous paid parental leave and paid leave for your birthday so you can celebrate you. Culture is key: We have a great team and enjoy regular social events to foster a collaborative, supportive and fun work environment. Advance your career: We invest in your future by providing an allowance to help accelerate your learning and professional development. Bring your whole self to work: At Fluent, we strive to create and nurture a culture where every employee can bring their whole self to work, feel inspired, and empowered to do your life's work (or be your best self).
Job Title: Business Development Executive Location: London, Hybrid 2-3 days in the office Salary: Up to circa 35,000 OTE 70-90,000 Hours: Monday to Friday 9 am to 5.30 pm Benefits: Great office space, gym access and a variety of additional perks Contributory Pension scheme Death in Service Laptop/Phone Travel expenses 25 days of annual leave with bank and public holidays on top Superb development opportunities Hybrid work 2-3 days in London Career advancement as the business scales About the position of Business Development Executive Our client is a fast-growing, specialist finance provider offering a unique finance product within the landlord market. Built around speed, flexibility, and a broker-led distribution model, they provide a modern alternative to traditional lending, helping clients unlock cash quickly. The business offers a fast-paced, low-bureaucracy environment where high performers can make a visible impact. They're now looking for a Business development executive who can play a key role in that growth. This is a true hunter role. You'll be responsible for identifying and signing high-quality finance brokers, building a strong pipeline, and turning prospects into high-performing partners. If you thrive on outbound activity, know how to open doors, and enjoy the chase as much as the close, this will suit you. You'll need to understand the SME lending or broker space, ideally with at least a year's experience within a lender or brokerage. You'll be generating your own opportunities, leading meetings, closing partnerships, and ensuring brokers are set up to succeed. This isn't a maintenance role. It's high ownership, high visibility, and high impact. You'll work closely with senior leadership, influence how the broker channel is built, and have a clear path into leadership as the team grows. If you're commercially sharp, driven, and want a position where your performance directly drives revenue and progression, this is a strong opportunity to step up. Responsibilities for the role of Business Development Executive Proactively source and sign new finance brokers to our clients' reseller network Build and work through a pipeline of broker prospects, outreach, meetings, and closing Onboard new brokers and set them up for success Maintain and grow relationships with existing broker partners Help shape our broker acquisition strategy as the business scales Experience and skills required for the role of Business Development Executive (ideally 2-4 years) in a role involving the sourcing and signing of finance broker partners Proven track record of outbound prospecting and successfully closing new partnerships Confident, persistent, and comfortable with high-volume outreach and relationship building Ambitious, with a genuine desire to progress into a leadership role as the team scales Desirable Existing network or contacts within the finance broker community For more information regarding the role of Business Development Executive, please contact us Stellar Select is acting as an employment agency and is a corporate member of the REC. Due to a high volume of applications, we will only contact you if your application has been successful. We aim to contact all successful contacts within two business days.
May 15, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Business Development Executive Location: London, Hybrid 2-3 days in the office Salary: Up to circa 35,000 OTE 70-90,000 Hours: Monday to Friday 9 am to 5.30 pm Benefits: Great office space, gym access and a variety of additional perks Contributory Pension scheme Death in Service Laptop/Phone Travel expenses 25 days of annual leave with bank and public holidays on top Superb development opportunities Hybrid work 2-3 days in London Career advancement as the business scales About the position of Business Development Executive Our client is a fast-growing, specialist finance provider offering a unique finance product within the landlord market. Built around speed, flexibility, and a broker-led distribution model, they provide a modern alternative to traditional lending, helping clients unlock cash quickly. The business offers a fast-paced, low-bureaucracy environment where high performers can make a visible impact. They're now looking for a Business development executive who can play a key role in that growth. This is a true hunter role. You'll be responsible for identifying and signing high-quality finance brokers, building a strong pipeline, and turning prospects into high-performing partners. If you thrive on outbound activity, know how to open doors, and enjoy the chase as much as the close, this will suit you. You'll need to understand the SME lending or broker space, ideally with at least a year's experience within a lender or brokerage. You'll be generating your own opportunities, leading meetings, closing partnerships, and ensuring brokers are set up to succeed. This isn't a maintenance role. It's high ownership, high visibility, and high impact. You'll work closely with senior leadership, influence how the broker channel is built, and have a clear path into leadership as the team grows. If you're commercially sharp, driven, and want a position where your performance directly drives revenue and progression, this is a strong opportunity to step up. Responsibilities for the role of Business Development Executive Proactively source and sign new finance brokers to our clients' reseller network Build and work through a pipeline of broker prospects, outreach, meetings, and closing Onboard new brokers and set them up for success Maintain and grow relationships with existing broker partners Help shape our broker acquisition strategy as the business scales Experience and skills required for the role of Business Development Executive (ideally 2-4 years) in a role involving the sourcing and signing of finance broker partners Proven track record of outbound prospecting and successfully closing new partnerships Confident, persistent, and comfortable with high-volume outreach and relationship building Ambitious, with a genuine desire to progress into a leadership role as the team scales Desirable Existing network or contacts within the finance broker community For more information regarding the role of Business Development Executive, please contact us Stellar Select is acting as an employment agency and is a corporate member of the REC. Due to a high volume of applications, we will only contact you if your application has been successful. We aim to contact all successful contacts within two business days.
Harnham - Data & Analytics Recruitment
Leeds, Yorkshire
Growth Director Leeds (Hybrid - 3x Days a Week) £140,000-£160,000 + Bonus (up to 20%) The Company A major UK media and digital business is looking for a Growth Director to take full ownership of a high-profile subscription proposition and drive the next phase of commercial and audience growth; this is a senior, cross-functional leadership role with end-to-end accountability for scaling recurring revenue, optimising the customer lifecycle and embedding a more commercially-driven growth culture across the organisation. In this role you will operate as the commercial owner of a core direct-to-consumer product, leading growth strategy across acquisition, conversion, retention and monetisation. This role sits at the intersection of product, marketing, content, commercial and technology, bringing together multiple business units and squads to deliver sustainable growth. The Role Own and deliver the overarching growth strategy for a large-scale digital subscription product Drive recurring revenue growth through pricing, packaging, paywall strategy and proposition development Lead cross-functional squads across product, marketing, tech, content and commercial teams Optimise the full customer lifecycle: acquisition, engagement, retention and churn reduction Build and refine subscription models, commercial forecasts and revenue strategies Introduce experimentation, testing and data-led optimisation across the proposition Partner with senior stakeholders and exec leadership to embed a commercially-driven growth mindset Identify new market opportunities, partnerships and product enhancements to unlock scale Use data and insight to inform strategic decisions and measure growth performance This is a highly visible role supporting multiple business areas, with real ownership and influence over how growth is delivered across the organisation. Your Skills & Experience Proven experience leading growth for a subscription or recurring-revenue digital product Strong commercial acumen with ownership of revenue, pricing or monetisation strategy Track record of driving growth across acquisition, retention and lifecycle optimisation Experience working cross-functionally across product, marketing, tech and commercial teams Strong stakeholder engagement skills, with a proven and demonstrable ability to influence at executive level Data-driven mindset with experience using experimentation and insight to drive decisions Digital marketing and D2C growth experience highly beneficial Broad, generalist growth leadership background across multiple business units or squads The Benefits £140,000-£160,000 Bonus - 20% (up to) Senior leadership influence across a major digital platform High-impact role owning a flagship growth proposition How to Apply Please register your interest by sending your CV to Adam Osborne at Harnham via the Apply link on this page
May 15, 2026
Full time
Growth Director Leeds (Hybrid - 3x Days a Week) £140,000-£160,000 + Bonus (up to 20%) The Company A major UK media and digital business is looking for a Growth Director to take full ownership of a high-profile subscription proposition and drive the next phase of commercial and audience growth; this is a senior, cross-functional leadership role with end-to-end accountability for scaling recurring revenue, optimising the customer lifecycle and embedding a more commercially-driven growth culture across the organisation. In this role you will operate as the commercial owner of a core direct-to-consumer product, leading growth strategy across acquisition, conversion, retention and monetisation. This role sits at the intersection of product, marketing, content, commercial and technology, bringing together multiple business units and squads to deliver sustainable growth. The Role Own and deliver the overarching growth strategy for a large-scale digital subscription product Drive recurring revenue growth through pricing, packaging, paywall strategy and proposition development Lead cross-functional squads across product, marketing, tech, content and commercial teams Optimise the full customer lifecycle: acquisition, engagement, retention and churn reduction Build and refine subscription models, commercial forecasts and revenue strategies Introduce experimentation, testing and data-led optimisation across the proposition Partner with senior stakeholders and exec leadership to embed a commercially-driven growth mindset Identify new market opportunities, partnerships and product enhancements to unlock scale Use data and insight to inform strategic decisions and measure growth performance This is a highly visible role supporting multiple business areas, with real ownership and influence over how growth is delivered across the organisation. Your Skills & Experience Proven experience leading growth for a subscription or recurring-revenue digital product Strong commercial acumen with ownership of revenue, pricing or monetisation strategy Track record of driving growth across acquisition, retention and lifecycle optimisation Experience working cross-functionally across product, marketing, tech and commercial teams Strong stakeholder engagement skills, with a proven and demonstrable ability to influence at executive level Data-driven mindset with experience using experimentation and insight to drive decisions Digital marketing and D2C growth experience highly beneficial Broad, generalist growth leadership background across multiple business units or squads The Benefits £140,000-£160,000 Bonus - 20% (up to) Senior leadership influence across a major digital platform High-impact role owning a flagship growth proposition How to Apply Please register your interest by sending your CV to Adam Osborne at Harnham via the Apply link on this page
Any company can tell you about how they are a multi award winning, market leading business and yes, we are both of those things in the world of IoT connectivity! But we're more than that. Our mission? To make IoT management a breeze for any device, anywhere. With over18 million IoT subscriptionsactive in165 countriesand direct partnerships with50 mobile networks, we connect you to more than750 networks worldwide, delivering unmatched value across the IoT connectivity chain. Innovation is in our DNA, and we have an insatiable hunger to 'wow'! While we may not always get it right, our drive to collaborate, innovate, and achieve top-notch customer satisfaction never wavers. We offer industry expertise, stellar service support, and the most flexible, resilient, and secure connectivity solutions on the market. Our expertise spans across various sectors, including industry, agriculture, healthcare, security, transport, utilities, and smart cities. IoT a fancy acronym or a secret code? TheInternet of Things (IoT)is like the magical glue that keeps the world connected! From ordering your favourite takeaway to the ANPR technology that helps you find a parking spot, IoT is everywhere-even if you don't realize it. AtWireless Logic, we provide cutting-edge connectivity solutions and technologies to ensure a vast array of devices stay seamlessly connected. The Opportunity: We are seeking a highly experienced VP Technology Operations to lead the safe, secure and resilient operation of all production platforms and services across Wireless Logic. This role is accountable for delivering five nines (99.999%) availability across critical services, ensuring that our platforms operate predictably, recover rapidly, and scale effectively under demand. You will act as the executive owner of live platform performance, leading incident response, operational governance, resilience engineering and production risk management. This role plays a critical part in ensuring that our technology estate supports a high availability, regulated and globally distributed business. Working closely with Engineering, Architecture, Security and Operations leadership, you will ensure that platform reliability is continuously improved and that all change is introduced safely into production. Key Responsibilities Include But Not Limited To: Production Reliability & Availability Own end to end production availability across all platforms and services Deliver sustained 99.999% availability for critical services Define and operate: SLAs, SLOs and error budgets RTO/RPO aligned to resilience objectives Drive improvements in: Observability and monitoring maturity Capacity management and performance optimisation Act as executive owner for: Major incidents Systemic production risk Customer impacting outages (technical resolution) Incident & Recovery Management Own the technology incident management framework Lead technical restoration during major incidents Coordinate cross functional engineering response Ensure rapid containment and recovery while managing systemic risk Conduct structured post incident reviews with: Engineering (permanent fixes) Architecture (design improvements) CISO (security implications) Service Operations (customer impact feedback) Drive elimination of repeat and systemic incidents Disaster Recovery & Resilience Engineering Own disaster recovery (DR) and resilience capability across all platforms Ensure: Failover capabilities are tested and proven Resilience is validated through regular exercises (e.g. chaos testing) Single points of failure are identified and removed Failure domains and blast radius are clearly defined and controlled Ensure resilience is engineered and evidenced, not assumed Production Change & Release Governance Own production change governance and release risk control Act as final authority on production release readiness Define and enforce safe deployment practices, including: Canary releases Phased rollouts Feature flagging Rapid rollback mechanisms Ensure all changes entering production: Are observable Have recovery mechanisms Minimise operational risk exposure Balance delivery velocity with platform stability Technology Operations & Platform Run Own operation of all production environments, including: Core platforms and shared services Cloud, network and hybrid infrastructure Observability and monitoring tooling 24x7 operational and on call capability Automation of operational processes Ensure platforms are: Secure and compliant Scalable and performant Cost efficient and optimised Operated in line with architectural standards Security Operations (SEC Ops) Operate Security Operations within Technology Operations under CISO governance Accountable for: SOC operations and monitoring Security event detection and triage Runtime vulnerability remediation Operational access controls Execution of containment actions during live incidents Partner with the CISO on: Security incident response Risk based decision making Escalate major trade offs between availability and security appropriately Operational Compliance & Audit Own operational control effectiveness within live environments Ensure readiness for: Regulatory compliance External audits Evidence collection and reporting Partner with: CISO (security controls) Risk, Quality & Compliance (assurance) MD Operations (enterprise governance) Ensure no material audit findings related to operational execution Reliability Engineering Influence Define production readiness standards for all services entering live environments Provide structured input into Engineering for: Reliability improvements Technical debt impacting availability Removal of operational toil Simplification of fragile dependencies Drive adoption of: Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) principles Automation first operations Error budget discipline Ensure reliability is treated as a shared outcome, with clear production accountability Own operational supplier performance and service levels Ensure: Vendors meet availability and response commitments Contracts support five nines objectives Cost efficiency does not compromise resilience Partner with Finance and Architecture on: Capacity planning Infrastructure lifecycle management Decommissioning legacy environments Measures of Success Sustained 99.999% availability for critical services Continuous reduction in MTTR and incident frequency Elimination of repeat and systemic failures Improved change success rate and reduced release risk Proven disaster recovery and resilience outcomes Effective containment of security incidents without customer impact No material audit findings in operational controls Increased automation and observability maturity Predictable and cost efficient platform operations Required Experience & Attributes Proven experience in a senior technology operations, SRE or platform leadership role Strong background in high availability, cloud based or distributed systems environments Experience delivering five nines availability or equivalent reliability targets Deep expertise in: Incident management and recovery Production operations and change governance Observability and monitoring frameworks Experience operating in regulated or compliance heavy environments Strong understanding of security operations in production environments Experience working in private equity backed or high growth organisations is desirable Wireless Logic Group unites and brings people together. We accomplish this when we lead with a lens of diversity, equity, and inclusion in everything we do. As a global company that drives culture we aim to reflect the world's diverse voices both internally and externally to ensure success in our mission. By applying for this role, you are consenting for us to hold and process your data in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulations. If you have any questions or wish to exercise your right to access, erase or restrict the holding or processing of your data please contact us () and we will respond to your query as soon as possible.
May 15, 2026
Full time
Any company can tell you about how they are a multi award winning, market leading business and yes, we are both of those things in the world of IoT connectivity! But we're more than that. Our mission? To make IoT management a breeze for any device, anywhere. With over18 million IoT subscriptionsactive in165 countriesand direct partnerships with50 mobile networks, we connect you to more than750 networks worldwide, delivering unmatched value across the IoT connectivity chain. Innovation is in our DNA, and we have an insatiable hunger to 'wow'! While we may not always get it right, our drive to collaborate, innovate, and achieve top-notch customer satisfaction never wavers. We offer industry expertise, stellar service support, and the most flexible, resilient, and secure connectivity solutions on the market. Our expertise spans across various sectors, including industry, agriculture, healthcare, security, transport, utilities, and smart cities. IoT a fancy acronym or a secret code? TheInternet of Things (IoT)is like the magical glue that keeps the world connected! From ordering your favourite takeaway to the ANPR technology that helps you find a parking spot, IoT is everywhere-even if you don't realize it. AtWireless Logic, we provide cutting-edge connectivity solutions and technologies to ensure a vast array of devices stay seamlessly connected. The Opportunity: We are seeking a highly experienced VP Technology Operations to lead the safe, secure and resilient operation of all production platforms and services across Wireless Logic. This role is accountable for delivering five nines (99.999%) availability across critical services, ensuring that our platforms operate predictably, recover rapidly, and scale effectively under demand. You will act as the executive owner of live platform performance, leading incident response, operational governance, resilience engineering and production risk management. This role plays a critical part in ensuring that our technology estate supports a high availability, regulated and globally distributed business. Working closely with Engineering, Architecture, Security and Operations leadership, you will ensure that platform reliability is continuously improved and that all change is introduced safely into production. Key Responsibilities Include But Not Limited To: Production Reliability & Availability Own end to end production availability across all platforms and services Deliver sustained 99.999% availability for critical services Define and operate: SLAs, SLOs and error budgets RTO/RPO aligned to resilience objectives Drive improvements in: Observability and monitoring maturity Capacity management and performance optimisation Act as executive owner for: Major incidents Systemic production risk Customer impacting outages (technical resolution) Incident & Recovery Management Own the technology incident management framework Lead technical restoration during major incidents Coordinate cross functional engineering response Ensure rapid containment and recovery while managing systemic risk Conduct structured post incident reviews with: Engineering (permanent fixes) Architecture (design improvements) CISO (security implications) Service Operations (customer impact feedback) Drive elimination of repeat and systemic incidents Disaster Recovery & Resilience Engineering Own disaster recovery (DR) and resilience capability across all platforms Ensure: Failover capabilities are tested and proven Resilience is validated through regular exercises (e.g. chaos testing) Single points of failure are identified and removed Failure domains and blast radius are clearly defined and controlled Ensure resilience is engineered and evidenced, not assumed Production Change & Release Governance Own production change governance and release risk control Act as final authority on production release readiness Define and enforce safe deployment practices, including: Canary releases Phased rollouts Feature flagging Rapid rollback mechanisms Ensure all changes entering production: Are observable Have recovery mechanisms Minimise operational risk exposure Balance delivery velocity with platform stability Technology Operations & Platform Run Own operation of all production environments, including: Core platforms and shared services Cloud, network and hybrid infrastructure Observability and monitoring tooling 24x7 operational and on call capability Automation of operational processes Ensure platforms are: Secure and compliant Scalable and performant Cost efficient and optimised Operated in line with architectural standards Security Operations (SEC Ops) Operate Security Operations within Technology Operations under CISO governance Accountable for: SOC operations and monitoring Security event detection and triage Runtime vulnerability remediation Operational access controls Execution of containment actions during live incidents Partner with the CISO on: Security incident response Risk based decision making Escalate major trade offs between availability and security appropriately Operational Compliance & Audit Own operational control effectiveness within live environments Ensure readiness for: Regulatory compliance External audits Evidence collection and reporting Partner with: CISO (security controls) Risk, Quality & Compliance (assurance) MD Operations (enterprise governance) Ensure no material audit findings related to operational execution Reliability Engineering Influence Define production readiness standards for all services entering live environments Provide structured input into Engineering for: Reliability improvements Technical debt impacting availability Removal of operational toil Simplification of fragile dependencies Drive adoption of: Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) principles Automation first operations Error budget discipline Ensure reliability is treated as a shared outcome, with clear production accountability Own operational supplier performance and service levels Ensure: Vendors meet availability and response commitments Contracts support five nines objectives Cost efficiency does not compromise resilience Partner with Finance and Architecture on: Capacity planning Infrastructure lifecycle management Decommissioning legacy environments Measures of Success Sustained 99.999% availability for critical services Continuous reduction in MTTR and incident frequency Elimination of repeat and systemic failures Improved change success rate and reduced release risk Proven disaster recovery and resilience outcomes Effective containment of security incidents without customer impact No material audit findings in operational controls Increased automation and observability maturity Predictable and cost efficient platform operations Required Experience & Attributes Proven experience in a senior technology operations, SRE or platform leadership role Strong background in high availability, cloud based or distributed systems environments Experience delivering five nines availability or equivalent reliability targets Deep expertise in: Incident management and recovery Production operations and change governance Observability and monitoring frameworks Experience operating in regulated or compliance heavy environments Strong understanding of security operations in production environments Experience working in private equity backed or high growth organisations is desirable Wireless Logic Group unites and brings people together. We accomplish this when we lead with a lens of diversity, equity, and inclusion in everything we do. As a global company that drives culture we aim to reflect the world's diverse voices both internally and externally to ensure success in our mission. By applying for this role, you are consenting for us to hold and process your data in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulations. If you have any questions or wish to exercise your right to access, erase or restrict the holding or processing of your data please contact us () and we will respond to your query as soon as possible.
Merrifield Consultants are delighted to be supporting a well-established community charity to recruit a Fundraising Manager. Reporting to the Chief Executive, this role will lead fundraising and income generation across trusts and foundations, statutory sources, corporate partnerships, and individual giving. This is a key role within a respected organisation with strong community roots. You will work closely with senior colleagues to build a sustainable and diversified income base, develop partnerships, and support the organisation's long-term growth. The organisation delivers a range of frontline services supporting disadvantaged communities and is now looking for someone who can strengthen income and help shape its next stage of development. Key details Salary: 38,000 per year Hours: 35 hours per week Contract: Permanent Location: East London, office-based with some flexibility by agreement About the role This role is suited to an experienced fundraiser who is confident working at both strategic and operational level. The focus is on developing and delivering a clear income strategy, with particular emphasis on trusts and foundations alongside statutory and partnership income. Key responsibilities Lead and deliver the fundraising and income generation strategy Secure income from trusts and foundations, statutory sources, and other funding streams Develop corporate partnerships and explore individual giving and community fundraising opportunities Build and manage relationships with funders, partners, and stakeholders Maintain a clear pipeline of opportunities and income forecasting Prepare high-quality funding applications, bids, and reports Work with internal teams to gather data and strengthen funding proposals Represent the organisation externally and support partnership development Person specification A strong track record in fundraising, particularly trusts and foundations Experience of writing successful bids and securing grants Strong relationship building skills and confidence with external stakeholders Experience working at both strategic and delivery level Good organisational skills and ability to manage a varied pipeline A collaborative and grounded approach To apply Please apply today with your CV for further information and a confidential conversation with Merrifield Consultants. We practice a diverse and inclusive recruitment process that ensures equal opportunity for all we work with, irrespective of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. As an organisation, we encourage applications from all backgrounds and will ensure measures are met when required, to allow a fair process throughout.
May 15, 2026
Full time
Merrifield Consultants are delighted to be supporting a well-established community charity to recruit a Fundraising Manager. Reporting to the Chief Executive, this role will lead fundraising and income generation across trusts and foundations, statutory sources, corporate partnerships, and individual giving. This is a key role within a respected organisation with strong community roots. You will work closely with senior colleagues to build a sustainable and diversified income base, develop partnerships, and support the organisation's long-term growth. The organisation delivers a range of frontline services supporting disadvantaged communities and is now looking for someone who can strengthen income and help shape its next stage of development. Key details Salary: 38,000 per year Hours: 35 hours per week Contract: Permanent Location: East London, office-based with some flexibility by agreement About the role This role is suited to an experienced fundraiser who is confident working at both strategic and operational level. The focus is on developing and delivering a clear income strategy, with particular emphasis on trusts and foundations alongside statutory and partnership income. Key responsibilities Lead and deliver the fundraising and income generation strategy Secure income from trusts and foundations, statutory sources, and other funding streams Develop corporate partnerships and explore individual giving and community fundraising opportunities Build and manage relationships with funders, partners, and stakeholders Maintain a clear pipeline of opportunities and income forecasting Prepare high-quality funding applications, bids, and reports Work with internal teams to gather data and strengthen funding proposals Represent the organisation externally and support partnership development Person specification A strong track record in fundraising, particularly trusts and foundations Experience of writing successful bids and securing grants Strong relationship building skills and confidence with external stakeholders Experience working at both strategic and delivery level Good organisational skills and ability to manage a varied pipeline A collaborative and grounded approach To apply Please apply today with your CV for further information and a confidential conversation with Merrifield Consultants. We practice a diverse and inclusive recruitment process that ensures equal opportunity for all we work with, irrespective of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. As an organisation, we encourage applications from all backgrounds and will ensure measures are met when required, to allow a fair process throughout.
Key Accounts Director Location: Home-based with UK travel Salary: Package of £100k+ (including base salary, commission, and car allowance) Contract Type: Full Time, Permanent What We Can Offer You: 25 Days Annual Leave (Pro-Rata for Part-time and Fixed-Term Roles), Additional Holiday Purchase, Hybrid Working, Life Assurance, Vitality Private Healthcare, Subsidised Gym Memberships, Cycle to Work scheme, Discount Vouchers and Access to Wellbeing Resources Why Do We Want You Mercia Group (part of Wilmington plc) are looking for someone who knows how to build strong, lasting commercial relationships - and how to turn those relationships into meaningful, long term revenue. You'll likely come from an accountancy or professional services background, or have significant experience selling into regulated sectors such as legal services, education or financial services. Either way, you're experienced in handling complex conversations and applying sound commercial judgement in environments where credibility matters. You take a considered, consultative approach to sales. You invest time in understanding your clients, use insight to surface real challenges, and shape tailored, value-led propositions in response. This is predominantly a key account role, with most of your focus on managing, retaining and growing existing relationships, alongside a meaningful expectation to actively identify, develop, and convert new business opportunities. We re looking for someone who can demonstrate success in both growing existing accounts and consistently winning new business, with a strong focus on building a sustainable pipeline. If you're looking to take ownership of a high-value client portfolio and play a strategic role in Mercia s continued growth - combining account management excellence with proven new business capability - we'd love to hear from you! Please note: To complete your application, you will be redirected to Wilmington Plc s career site. At Wilmington Plc, we celebrate individuality and are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace. As a Disability Confident employer, we shortlist all applicants who meet the essential role criteria and guarantee an interview for candidates with disabilities who meet these criteria. For reasonable adjustments or to apply under our interview guarantee scheme, please use the contact details provided once you have clicked apply ! Main Purpose of the Role: In this role, you ll take ownership of a portfolio of Mercia s largest and most strategically important clients and partners. This includes leading accountancy firms, heads of groups and networks, as well as key industry partners such as software providers, training organisations and professional education bodies. You ll be responsible for maintaining and growing these relationships, taking a proactive approach to account management, spotting opportunities for expansion and ensuring long term client retention. You ll work closely with the Senior Leadership Team, alongside colleagues in sales and marketing, to support existing partnerships and develop new ones that align with Mercia s wider growth plans. Staying close to clients businesses, you'll provide insights, anticipate needs, and remain informed about changes in the accountancy industry to understand their impact on your portfolio. Key Tasks and Responsibilities: • Drive the growth and retention of revenue across your portfolio. • Develop and leverage commercial and strategic partnerships to contribute to Mercia's wider growth strategy. • Work closely with a designated Client Success Manager to ensure world-class service for strategic clients and partners. • Build and maintain strategic B2B partnerships; demonstrate solution-selling expertise in regulated industries (accountancy, legal services, or education). • Manage your time and workload efficiently to meet activity targets. • Line manage and support a small team of Key Account Managers. • Prioritise activity across your portfolio to maximise the potential and long-term value of each account. • Negotiate commercially with clients, partners, and procurement teams to achieve mutually beneficial outcomes, consulting legal teams as necessary. • Build and maintain a pipeline of opportunities that grows year on year. • Collaborate with the product division on new solutions, pricing, and go-to-market materials. • Support the wider sales team in commercial negotiations, proposals, and client contracting. • Accurately capture and record client and partner interactions in Salesforce and other systems. • Convert proposals into successful deals and track performance metrics (conversion rates, pipeline growth, revenue retention/win). • Log client feedback, requests, and insights with the Product Department. What s the Best Thing About This Role You will be at the heart of Mercia s strategic growth, shaping partnerships with some of the biggest names in the accountancy profession while leading a small team and influencing the wider sales strategy. What s the Most Challenging Thing About This Role Managing a high-value portfolio with multiple stakeholders and complex negotiations requires commercial agility, proactive problem-solving, and the ability to balance long-term strategy with day-to-day operational demands. What We re Looking For To be successful in this role, you must: • Proven experience selling solutions within a regulated environment, such as accountancy, professional education or training. • Demonstrable experience managing a portfolio of high value key accounts - typically up to 30 clients - with a clear focus on retention, growth and long term value. • Experience operating at senior leadership level, with the confidence to engage credibly with SLT, board level stakeholders and executive decision makers, both internally and externally. • Previous experience in line managing and coaching a Key Accounts or senior sales team. • A strong understanding of how to stay close to the commercial realities of the business, spotting opportunities for strategic partnerships and longer term growth. • A positive, thoughtful and disciplined approach to sales, focused on understanding client needs and solving problems rather than transactional selling. • A collaborative mindset and a willingness to share insight, best practice and experience with colleagues across the sales function. • Flexibility to travel across the UK to meet clients and partners, with occasional travel further afield, and the ability to attend regular internal meetings in Leicester and London. To be successful in this role, it would be great if you have: • Previous sales experience in the accountancy industry. We know it s not a skill, but the successful candidate must have permission to work in the role s location by the start of their employment. About us Mercia Group, part of Wilmington plc, a leading provider of information, education, and networking services. At Mercia, we support accountancy firms across the UK with high-quality training, content, and resources. By joining our team, you ll be part of a forward-thinking business that values curiosity, collaboration, and continuous growth. Join us and do Work That Means Something At Wilmington plc, we help global customers to do the right business in the right way - providing trusted data, insights, and education to navigate the Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC) landscape. When you join us, you ll not only make a real difference for our customers, you ll also enjoy flexibility through hybrid working and benefit from a wide range of learning, career, and development opportunities. Whether you're just starting out, returning to work after a break, or looking to take your next step, you ll be doing work with meaning. Join us and make a real difference. Click on APPLY today!
May 15, 2026
Full time
Key Accounts Director Location: Home-based with UK travel Salary: Package of £100k+ (including base salary, commission, and car allowance) Contract Type: Full Time, Permanent What We Can Offer You: 25 Days Annual Leave (Pro-Rata for Part-time and Fixed-Term Roles), Additional Holiday Purchase, Hybrid Working, Life Assurance, Vitality Private Healthcare, Subsidised Gym Memberships, Cycle to Work scheme, Discount Vouchers and Access to Wellbeing Resources Why Do We Want You Mercia Group (part of Wilmington plc) are looking for someone who knows how to build strong, lasting commercial relationships - and how to turn those relationships into meaningful, long term revenue. You'll likely come from an accountancy or professional services background, or have significant experience selling into regulated sectors such as legal services, education or financial services. Either way, you're experienced in handling complex conversations and applying sound commercial judgement in environments where credibility matters. You take a considered, consultative approach to sales. You invest time in understanding your clients, use insight to surface real challenges, and shape tailored, value-led propositions in response. This is predominantly a key account role, with most of your focus on managing, retaining and growing existing relationships, alongside a meaningful expectation to actively identify, develop, and convert new business opportunities. We re looking for someone who can demonstrate success in both growing existing accounts and consistently winning new business, with a strong focus on building a sustainable pipeline. If you're looking to take ownership of a high-value client portfolio and play a strategic role in Mercia s continued growth - combining account management excellence with proven new business capability - we'd love to hear from you! Please note: To complete your application, you will be redirected to Wilmington Plc s career site. At Wilmington Plc, we celebrate individuality and are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace. As a Disability Confident employer, we shortlist all applicants who meet the essential role criteria and guarantee an interview for candidates with disabilities who meet these criteria. For reasonable adjustments or to apply under our interview guarantee scheme, please use the contact details provided once you have clicked apply ! Main Purpose of the Role: In this role, you ll take ownership of a portfolio of Mercia s largest and most strategically important clients and partners. This includes leading accountancy firms, heads of groups and networks, as well as key industry partners such as software providers, training organisations and professional education bodies. You ll be responsible for maintaining and growing these relationships, taking a proactive approach to account management, spotting opportunities for expansion and ensuring long term client retention. You ll work closely with the Senior Leadership Team, alongside colleagues in sales and marketing, to support existing partnerships and develop new ones that align with Mercia s wider growth plans. Staying close to clients businesses, you'll provide insights, anticipate needs, and remain informed about changes in the accountancy industry to understand their impact on your portfolio. Key Tasks and Responsibilities: • Drive the growth and retention of revenue across your portfolio. • Develop and leverage commercial and strategic partnerships to contribute to Mercia's wider growth strategy. • Work closely with a designated Client Success Manager to ensure world-class service for strategic clients and partners. • Build and maintain strategic B2B partnerships; demonstrate solution-selling expertise in regulated industries (accountancy, legal services, or education). • Manage your time and workload efficiently to meet activity targets. • Line manage and support a small team of Key Account Managers. • Prioritise activity across your portfolio to maximise the potential and long-term value of each account. • Negotiate commercially with clients, partners, and procurement teams to achieve mutually beneficial outcomes, consulting legal teams as necessary. • Build and maintain a pipeline of opportunities that grows year on year. • Collaborate with the product division on new solutions, pricing, and go-to-market materials. • Support the wider sales team in commercial negotiations, proposals, and client contracting. • Accurately capture and record client and partner interactions in Salesforce and other systems. • Convert proposals into successful deals and track performance metrics (conversion rates, pipeline growth, revenue retention/win). • Log client feedback, requests, and insights with the Product Department. What s the Best Thing About This Role You will be at the heart of Mercia s strategic growth, shaping partnerships with some of the biggest names in the accountancy profession while leading a small team and influencing the wider sales strategy. What s the Most Challenging Thing About This Role Managing a high-value portfolio with multiple stakeholders and complex negotiations requires commercial agility, proactive problem-solving, and the ability to balance long-term strategy with day-to-day operational demands. What We re Looking For To be successful in this role, you must: • Proven experience selling solutions within a regulated environment, such as accountancy, professional education or training. • Demonstrable experience managing a portfolio of high value key accounts - typically up to 30 clients - with a clear focus on retention, growth and long term value. • Experience operating at senior leadership level, with the confidence to engage credibly with SLT, board level stakeholders and executive decision makers, both internally and externally. • Previous experience in line managing and coaching a Key Accounts or senior sales team. • A strong understanding of how to stay close to the commercial realities of the business, spotting opportunities for strategic partnerships and longer term growth. • A positive, thoughtful and disciplined approach to sales, focused on understanding client needs and solving problems rather than transactional selling. • A collaborative mindset and a willingness to share insight, best practice and experience with colleagues across the sales function. • Flexibility to travel across the UK to meet clients and partners, with occasional travel further afield, and the ability to attend regular internal meetings in Leicester and London. To be successful in this role, it would be great if you have: • Previous sales experience in the accountancy industry. We know it s not a skill, but the successful candidate must have permission to work in the role s location by the start of their employment. About us Mercia Group, part of Wilmington plc, a leading provider of information, education, and networking services. At Mercia, we support accountancy firms across the UK with high-quality training, content, and resources. By joining our team, you ll be part of a forward-thinking business that values curiosity, collaboration, and continuous growth. Join us and do Work That Means Something At Wilmington plc, we help global customers to do the right business in the right way - providing trusted data, insights, and education to navigate the Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC) landscape. When you join us, you ll not only make a real difference for our customers, you ll also enjoy flexibility through hybrid working and benefit from a wide range of learning, career, and development opportunities. Whether you're just starting out, returning to work after a break, or looking to take your next step, you ll be doing work with meaning. Join us and make a real difference. Click on APPLY today!
This is a new role to stabilise, diversify and grow income in a financially constrained environment, reducing reliance on statutory funding, increasing unrestricted income, and strengthening Catalyst Support s credibility with all sources of non statutory funding, including trusts, foundations, corporates, individuals and communities. The postholder holds clear accountability for income performance, return on investment and risk management, and plays a critical role in the organisation s financial recovery and long-term sustainability. The role is designed as a strategic investment, with the expectation that income generated will move the function towards break-even and net contribution over time, supported by clear targets and Board oversight. Key Responsibilities Leadership & Income Delivery Lead and deliver a multi-year income and engagement strategy covering trusts and foundations, corporate partnerships, major donors, community fundraising and individual giving. Take ownership of income targets, pipelines and forecasts, including break-even requirements and risk exposure. Actively manage income risk, developing scenario plans and mitigation actions where delivery falls below expectation. Work with the Executive and Senior Leadership Teams to align income activity with organisational strategy and service priorities. Funding Applications & Grant Management Provide strategic oversight, delivery and quality assurance of all high-value bids, tenders and funding applications. Ensure bids are evidence-led, outcome-focused, accurately costed and aligned to service capacity. Taking direct responsibility for bid and tender preparation and submission. Maintain strong relationships with funders, and foundations, ensuring compliance with reporting requirements and effective stewardship. Maintain strong relationships with funders, and foundations, ensuring compliance with reporting requirements and effective stewardship. Contribute approximately 20% of working time towards partner applications and collaborative projects with key partners, supporting joint funding and shared objectives. Communications, Marketing & Engagement Lead communications and engagement functions to directly support income generation, funder confidence and organisational reputation. Ensure all external messaging demonstrates impact, value for money and strategic coherence. Grow individual giving, community fundraising and supporter engagement where there is clear return on investment. Oversee brand consistency and visibility across digital and offline channels. Internal Collaboration & Income Culture Work closely with service and enabling teams to strengthen funding evidence, case studies and impact data. Build organisational understanding that income generation is a shared responsibility. Working with services and enabling teams to develop compelling cases for support. Equip teams with clarity on how funding, impact and delivery are connected. Performance, Impact & Governance Establish and monitor KPIs covering income performance, ROI, cost-per-£ raised, engagement metrics and pipeline health. Report regularly to the Executive team and Trustees, providing transparent assessment of progress, risks and corrective action. Support Board assurance through disciplined performance monitoring and review points. Team Leadership Provide line management, development and performance oversight for income generation and communications staff. Head of Income Generation Feb 2026 Recruit, develop and retain high-quality team capability aligned to organisational needs. Leadership Contribution Contribute as a senior operational leader to organisational planning, change and continuous improvement. Work closely with the Director of Services on future service design, positioning and sustainability. Undertake other duties appropriate to the seniority of the role and Catalyst Support s mission. Strengthen partnership development with Mary Frances Trust to enhance county-wide support, with particular emphasis on provision for mental health services across both East and West regions. Person Specification Essential Experience Proven experience securing trust, grant and philanthropic income at scale, with clear evidence of income conversion and delivery. Track record of leading income strategies that generate net financial contribution, including roles where income targets were explicitly expected to cover or exceed post costs or programme investment. Experience operating in financially constrained, recovery-focused or turnaround environments, with responsibility for balancing income ambition against organisational risk. Experience of Board-level reporting, accountability and scrutiny, including transparent reporting of income performance against targets. Demonstrated ability to build senior relationships with funders, partners and individuals that translate into sustained or repeat income. Desirable Experience Experience in mental health, wellbeing or community services. Experience overseeing communications and marketing functions. Experience operating within multi-stream or system-based service environments. Skills & Competencies Commercially and financially astute. Strong analytical, forecasting and risk-management capability, including income pipeline assessment and contribution modelling. Confident influencer with credibility at senior and external levels. • Strategic thinker with a strong bias towards delivery, outcomes and financial impact. Resilient, solutions-focused and adaptable in high-pressure, performance-driven environments. Values & Behaviours Commitment to Catalyst Support s values: Kindness, Integrity and Commitment. Collaborative, inclusive and trauma-informed approach. Commitment to equality, diversity and lived-experience leadership Equal Opportunities Statement We acknowledge the unique contribution that all Catalyst employees, volunteers and clients can bring to our organisation in terms of their culture, race, gender, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital status, nationality, age, religion or belief and any physical disability or history of mental health or additional problems.
May 15, 2026
Full time
This is a new role to stabilise, diversify and grow income in a financially constrained environment, reducing reliance on statutory funding, increasing unrestricted income, and strengthening Catalyst Support s credibility with all sources of non statutory funding, including trusts, foundations, corporates, individuals and communities. The postholder holds clear accountability for income performance, return on investment and risk management, and plays a critical role in the organisation s financial recovery and long-term sustainability. The role is designed as a strategic investment, with the expectation that income generated will move the function towards break-even and net contribution over time, supported by clear targets and Board oversight. Key Responsibilities Leadership & Income Delivery Lead and deliver a multi-year income and engagement strategy covering trusts and foundations, corporate partnerships, major donors, community fundraising and individual giving. Take ownership of income targets, pipelines and forecasts, including break-even requirements and risk exposure. Actively manage income risk, developing scenario plans and mitigation actions where delivery falls below expectation. Work with the Executive and Senior Leadership Teams to align income activity with organisational strategy and service priorities. Funding Applications & Grant Management Provide strategic oversight, delivery and quality assurance of all high-value bids, tenders and funding applications. Ensure bids are evidence-led, outcome-focused, accurately costed and aligned to service capacity. Taking direct responsibility for bid and tender preparation and submission. Maintain strong relationships with funders, and foundations, ensuring compliance with reporting requirements and effective stewardship. Maintain strong relationships with funders, and foundations, ensuring compliance with reporting requirements and effective stewardship. Contribute approximately 20% of working time towards partner applications and collaborative projects with key partners, supporting joint funding and shared objectives. Communications, Marketing & Engagement Lead communications and engagement functions to directly support income generation, funder confidence and organisational reputation. Ensure all external messaging demonstrates impact, value for money and strategic coherence. Grow individual giving, community fundraising and supporter engagement where there is clear return on investment. Oversee brand consistency and visibility across digital and offline channels. Internal Collaboration & Income Culture Work closely with service and enabling teams to strengthen funding evidence, case studies and impact data. Build organisational understanding that income generation is a shared responsibility. Working with services and enabling teams to develop compelling cases for support. Equip teams with clarity on how funding, impact and delivery are connected. Performance, Impact & Governance Establish and monitor KPIs covering income performance, ROI, cost-per-£ raised, engagement metrics and pipeline health. Report regularly to the Executive team and Trustees, providing transparent assessment of progress, risks and corrective action. Support Board assurance through disciplined performance monitoring and review points. Team Leadership Provide line management, development and performance oversight for income generation and communications staff. Head of Income Generation Feb 2026 Recruit, develop and retain high-quality team capability aligned to organisational needs. Leadership Contribution Contribute as a senior operational leader to organisational planning, change and continuous improvement. Work closely with the Director of Services on future service design, positioning and sustainability. Undertake other duties appropriate to the seniority of the role and Catalyst Support s mission. Strengthen partnership development with Mary Frances Trust to enhance county-wide support, with particular emphasis on provision for mental health services across both East and West regions. Person Specification Essential Experience Proven experience securing trust, grant and philanthropic income at scale, with clear evidence of income conversion and delivery. Track record of leading income strategies that generate net financial contribution, including roles where income targets were explicitly expected to cover or exceed post costs or programme investment. Experience operating in financially constrained, recovery-focused or turnaround environments, with responsibility for balancing income ambition against organisational risk. Experience of Board-level reporting, accountability and scrutiny, including transparent reporting of income performance against targets. Demonstrated ability to build senior relationships with funders, partners and individuals that translate into sustained or repeat income. Desirable Experience Experience in mental health, wellbeing or community services. Experience overseeing communications and marketing functions. Experience operating within multi-stream or system-based service environments. Skills & Competencies Commercially and financially astute. Strong analytical, forecasting and risk-management capability, including income pipeline assessment and contribution modelling. Confident influencer with credibility at senior and external levels. • Strategic thinker with a strong bias towards delivery, outcomes and financial impact. Resilient, solutions-focused and adaptable in high-pressure, performance-driven environments. Values & Behaviours Commitment to Catalyst Support s values: Kindness, Integrity and Commitment. Collaborative, inclusive and trauma-informed approach. Commitment to equality, diversity and lived-experience leadership Equal Opportunities Statement We acknowledge the unique contribution that all Catalyst employees, volunteers and clients can bring to our organisation in terms of their culture, race, gender, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital status, nationality, age, religion or belief and any physical disability or history of mental health or additional problems.
Lead our client's international recruitment to grow enrolment and revenue, collaborating with global partners. Hybrid London role with strategic impact and international travel. Head of International Recruitment Reports to: Executive Director, Enrolment Management Salary: Up to £85,000 per annum, depending on experience Hours: Full Time Contract: Permanent Location: Central London (hybrid working) About the Employer Our client is an independent, UK-accredited provider of higher education focused on delivering world-class opportunities to students who are seeking a practical, future-ready education, drawing on curriculum from one of the world's top universities in Arizona, USA. About The Role The Head of International Recruitment leads the organisation's international recruitment function, with responsibility for driving international student enrolment growth and revenue performance. The Head of International Recruitment is responsible for managing the delivery of the organisation's international recruitment strategy via both internal teams and key external partners. They will work to achieve ambitious targets that will include both enrolment and revenue volumes and will ensure high-quality international applicants are sourced regardless of channel, acting as a key gatekeeper when necessary. As the lead for international recruitment, the Head of International Recruitment will lead the International Recruitment Team working collaboratively with strategic international recruitment partners, providing support, guidance and management where necessary. Building and maintaining strong relationships with key external stakeholders will be a significant element of the role. The postholder will be expected to implement a data-driven approach to monitor performance, risk and opportunities across the full student recruitment lifecycle-from lead generation through to enrolment. Alongside their work with key external partners, they will focus on building a high-performing, conversion-focused recruitment operation while ensuring a high-quality prospective student experience. The role operates at a senior level within a complex, multi-partner environment, requiring strong commercial, strategic and stakeholder management capability. The postholder is expected to undertake frequent international travel to represent the organisation to prospective students, staff, stakeholders and channel partners. This role sits within a broader partnership framework in which Cintana is responsible for nurturing and referring all leads for the organisation sourced by Arizona State University (ASU); accordingly, the postholder will be expected to work within and support this model. The role will also contribute to broader enrolment planning and work closely with colleagues across marketing, admissions, and academics to deliver sustainable growth. Key Responsibilities Strategy & Planning Recruitment Performance & Conversion Operations & Service Delivery Partnerships & External Engagement Data, Insight & Performance Leadership & Team Management Key Relationships Marketing, Admissions and Academic teams Partners, including Cintana, Kaplan, other agents and pathway providers Schools, colleges and other international stakeholders The Successful candidate will have significant experience in international student recruitment within higher education, a proven track record of delivering against recruitment and/or revenue targets in a target-driven environment, strong understanding of the student recruitment lifecycle, including lead generation, nurturing and conversion and experience in developing and delivering recruitment plans across multiple international markets. With exceptional stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate across functions, third parties, and within complex matrix organisations, experience of working with CRM systems and recruitment technologies, demonstrable experience of leading and developing high-performing teams and prior experience managing commercial contracts with third parties. They will have strong leadership capabilities and success in the role will look like the achievement of international enrolment and revenue targets, with clear impact on institutional growth and improved conversion rates and pipeline performance. Closing date for applications: Friday 29th May 2026 Interested? To find out more information, please click the apply button. You will be taken to a simple CHM Recruit form and then redirected to complete your application for this position. This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. In addition, you are required to submit to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. No agencies please.
May 15, 2026
Full time
Lead our client's international recruitment to grow enrolment and revenue, collaborating with global partners. Hybrid London role with strategic impact and international travel. Head of International Recruitment Reports to: Executive Director, Enrolment Management Salary: Up to £85,000 per annum, depending on experience Hours: Full Time Contract: Permanent Location: Central London (hybrid working) About the Employer Our client is an independent, UK-accredited provider of higher education focused on delivering world-class opportunities to students who are seeking a practical, future-ready education, drawing on curriculum from one of the world's top universities in Arizona, USA. About The Role The Head of International Recruitment leads the organisation's international recruitment function, with responsibility for driving international student enrolment growth and revenue performance. The Head of International Recruitment is responsible for managing the delivery of the organisation's international recruitment strategy via both internal teams and key external partners. They will work to achieve ambitious targets that will include both enrolment and revenue volumes and will ensure high-quality international applicants are sourced regardless of channel, acting as a key gatekeeper when necessary. As the lead for international recruitment, the Head of International Recruitment will lead the International Recruitment Team working collaboratively with strategic international recruitment partners, providing support, guidance and management where necessary. Building and maintaining strong relationships with key external stakeholders will be a significant element of the role. The postholder will be expected to implement a data-driven approach to monitor performance, risk and opportunities across the full student recruitment lifecycle-from lead generation through to enrolment. Alongside their work with key external partners, they will focus on building a high-performing, conversion-focused recruitment operation while ensuring a high-quality prospective student experience. The role operates at a senior level within a complex, multi-partner environment, requiring strong commercial, strategic and stakeholder management capability. The postholder is expected to undertake frequent international travel to represent the organisation to prospective students, staff, stakeholders and channel partners. This role sits within a broader partnership framework in which Cintana is responsible for nurturing and referring all leads for the organisation sourced by Arizona State University (ASU); accordingly, the postholder will be expected to work within and support this model. The role will also contribute to broader enrolment planning and work closely with colleagues across marketing, admissions, and academics to deliver sustainable growth. Key Responsibilities Strategy & Planning Recruitment Performance & Conversion Operations & Service Delivery Partnerships & External Engagement Data, Insight & Performance Leadership & Team Management Key Relationships Marketing, Admissions and Academic teams Partners, including Cintana, Kaplan, other agents and pathway providers Schools, colleges and other international stakeholders The Successful candidate will have significant experience in international student recruitment within higher education, a proven track record of delivering against recruitment and/or revenue targets in a target-driven environment, strong understanding of the student recruitment lifecycle, including lead generation, nurturing and conversion and experience in developing and delivering recruitment plans across multiple international markets. With exceptional stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate across functions, third parties, and within complex matrix organisations, experience of working with CRM systems and recruitment technologies, demonstrable experience of leading and developing high-performing teams and prior experience managing commercial contracts with third parties. They will have strong leadership capabilities and success in the role will look like the achievement of international enrolment and revenue targets, with clear impact on institutional growth and improved conversion rates and pipeline performance. Closing date for applications: Friday 29th May 2026 Interested? To find out more information, please click the apply button. You will be taken to a simple CHM Recruit form and then redirected to complete your application for this position. This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. In addition, you are required to submit to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. No agencies please.
Brecon Beacons National Park Authority
Brecon, Powys
Corporate Partnerships Manager Location: Brecon Salary: Grade 9 £39,152 - £41,771 Vacancy Type: Fixed Term Contract - 12 Months Hours: 37 per week Closing Date: 12 June 2026 Interview Date: 30 June 2026 Job Purpose To develop a structured and co-ordinated approach for the Authority s corporate undraising and partnership activities which includes the development of grants, fundraising campaigns and partnerships to support the delivery of Dyfodol y Bannau management plan . To maximise the take up of grant and funding opportunities (within ethical guidelines) in support of National Park Authority activity and secure tangible benefits. The role will be integral to the Authority achieving the desired step change in both culture and approach to income diversification. MAIN DUTIES To actively research corporate funding and partnerships which the Authority could pursue, with priority being given to the significant opportunities that align with BBNPA and its partners priorities to achieve Y Bannau Missions To develop and implement a plan which delivers on the work of the Corporate Fundraising Strategy and produces an approach to mounting successful income diversification To have responsibility for co-ordinating and mobilising resources with corporate partners and to work with relevant Managers to produce project plans for each opportunity To agree Lead Officer roles with relevant Managers for specific grant applications/ funding opportunities As Lead Officer, to secure Projects and Programme Board approval to proceed as necessary, and formal funding applications in time and to ensure that they have been signed off by the relevant managers To keep relevant colleagues and their managers fully appraised of the progress of projects which could affect them If a bid is successful - to hand over the project in full to the relevant manager to deliver including ensuring they are appraised of all reporting requirements Monitor fundraising activity and produce an annual report on progress including all funds raised and those likely to come in To agree and oversee account management relationships including identifying who should lead for which client and ensuring that account plans are prepared and delivered, including organising a programme of contact visits as required as well as any member involvement To maintain and nurture existing partnership relationships and explore funding avenues from corporates such as sponsorships, funding campaigns, employee giving, cause marketing and natural capital investments To develop a system and procedures for recording all grants and funding received, from whatever source, including contact details, and contact history Work closely with Finance, Communications and Senior Managers across the Directorate for Nature Recovery and Climate Change and the Planning and Place Directorate to ensure funding opportunities are coordinated with supporting teams Represent the Authority and operate professionally in accordance with the Authority s core values and behaviour Any other duty, appropriate to the grade and nature of the post, as required by the Chief Executive Person Specification Essential Criteria Educated to degree level or equivalent relevant experience in a relevant discipline Proven experience of corporate fund-raising work and partnerships, delivery of successful grant applications and/or account management An ability to be proactive in developing relationships with funders, partners, and influential decision makers Experience of researching a wide range of potential funding sources Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written Ability to reach targets and meet tight deadlines Ability to be flexible, approachable, and solution-focussed Willingness and ability to give creative presentations to a variety of audiences Ability to negotiate and to close a deal Experience of budget management and procurement Excellent IT skills Full driving licence Knowledge of relevant Equal Opportunity issues Welsh Language Level 1 To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Bannau Brycheiniog National Park, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application.
May 15, 2026
Contractor
Corporate Partnerships Manager Location: Brecon Salary: Grade 9 £39,152 - £41,771 Vacancy Type: Fixed Term Contract - 12 Months Hours: 37 per week Closing Date: 12 June 2026 Interview Date: 30 June 2026 Job Purpose To develop a structured and co-ordinated approach for the Authority s corporate undraising and partnership activities which includes the development of grants, fundraising campaigns and partnerships to support the delivery of Dyfodol y Bannau management plan . To maximise the take up of grant and funding opportunities (within ethical guidelines) in support of National Park Authority activity and secure tangible benefits. The role will be integral to the Authority achieving the desired step change in both culture and approach to income diversification. MAIN DUTIES To actively research corporate funding and partnerships which the Authority could pursue, with priority being given to the significant opportunities that align with BBNPA and its partners priorities to achieve Y Bannau Missions To develop and implement a plan which delivers on the work of the Corporate Fundraising Strategy and produces an approach to mounting successful income diversification To have responsibility for co-ordinating and mobilising resources with corporate partners and to work with relevant Managers to produce project plans for each opportunity To agree Lead Officer roles with relevant Managers for specific grant applications/ funding opportunities As Lead Officer, to secure Projects and Programme Board approval to proceed as necessary, and formal funding applications in time and to ensure that they have been signed off by the relevant managers To keep relevant colleagues and their managers fully appraised of the progress of projects which could affect them If a bid is successful - to hand over the project in full to the relevant manager to deliver including ensuring they are appraised of all reporting requirements Monitor fundraising activity and produce an annual report on progress including all funds raised and those likely to come in To agree and oversee account management relationships including identifying who should lead for which client and ensuring that account plans are prepared and delivered, including organising a programme of contact visits as required as well as any member involvement To maintain and nurture existing partnership relationships and explore funding avenues from corporates such as sponsorships, funding campaigns, employee giving, cause marketing and natural capital investments To develop a system and procedures for recording all grants and funding received, from whatever source, including contact details, and contact history Work closely with Finance, Communications and Senior Managers across the Directorate for Nature Recovery and Climate Change and the Planning and Place Directorate to ensure funding opportunities are coordinated with supporting teams Represent the Authority and operate professionally in accordance with the Authority s core values and behaviour Any other duty, appropriate to the grade and nature of the post, as required by the Chief Executive Person Specification Essential Criteria Educated to degree level or equivalent relevant experience in a relevant discipline Proven experience of corporate fund-raising work and partnerships, delivery of successful grant applications and/or account management An ability to be proactive in developing relationships with funders, partners, and influential decision makers Experience of researching a wide range of potential funding sources Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written Ability to reach targets and meet tight deadlines Ability to be flexible, approachable, and solution-focussed Willingness and ability to give creative presentations to a variety of audiences Ability to negotiate and to close a deal Experience of budget management and procurement Excellent IT skills Full driving licence Knowledge of relevant Equal Opportunity issues Welsh Language Level 1 To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Bannau Brycheiniog National Park, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application.
BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER - RETAIL THATCHAM, BERSKSHIRE HYBRID UP TO 50,000 UP TO 10,000 OTE + BONUS + COMMISSION Looking to join a growing and innovative business that genuinely makes a difference to people's everyday lives? This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established company, with 20-years in supplying products to both retail and trade partners across the UK, operating across the health, wellbeing, and independent living sectors. Get Recruited are partnering with a market-leading retail and distribution business that is continuing to grow its commercial presence across key retail, wholesale, and distributor channels. They are now looking for an experienced Senior Business Development Manager to play a key role in driving growth, developing strategic partnerships, and expanding existing national accounts. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially driven sales professional who enjoys building relationships, identifying new opportunities, and working within a collaborative SME environment where you can genuinely make an impact. Key Responsibilities: Develop and implement sales strategies alongside the Managing Director to drive business growth and achieve revenue targets Manage and grow a portfolio of existing retail, wholesale, and distributor accounts through strong relationship management and account development Identify opportunities to maximise revenue within existing customer accounts Generate and convert new business opportunities across retail and trade channels Build relationships with key national retailers, wholesalers, and distribution partners Support product launches, sales forecasting, and strategic commercial planning Deliver engaging presentations and sales pitches to prospective customers and partners Work collaboratively with internal teams to ensure excellent customer service and account support Attend customer meetings, trade events, and exhibitions across the UK as required You must have: Proven experience in business development, account management, or commercial sales within a retail or trade partner environment Experience managing or developing relationships with national retailers A proactive and self-motivated approach with strong relationship-building skills Excellent presentation, negotiation, and commercial awareness A track record of exceeding sales targets and securing new business wins Full UK driving licence and flexibility to travel nationally with occasional overnight stays Proven experience as the following: Senior Business Development Manager, National Account Manager, Retail Account Manager, Commercial Manager, Trade Sales Manager, Key Account Manager, Business Development Executive, Partnerships Manager, Sales Manager, Channel Development Manager Benefits Commission + Bonus structure Hybrid working Growing and supportive SME environment Opportunity to work with innovative wellbeing and independent living products Career progression opportunities Collaborative and friendly team culture By sending an application or applying for a job, you consent to your personal data being processed and stored by Get Recruited (UK) Ltd in accordance with our Cookie & Privacy Policy (available in the footer on our website). Get Recruited (UK) Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and as an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. We are an equal opportunities employer and we never charge candidates a fee for our services.
May 15, 2026
Full time
BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER - RETAIL THATCHAM, BERSKSHIRE HYBRID UP TO 50,000 UP TO 10,000 OTE + BONUS + COMMISSION Looking to join a growing and innovative business that genuinely makes a difference to people's everyday lives? This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established company, with 20-years in supplying products to both retail and trade partners across the UK, operating across the health, wellbeing, and independent living sectors. Get Recruited are partnering with a market-leading retail and distribution business that is continuing to grow its commercial presence across key retail, wholesale, and distributor channels. They are now looking for an experienced Senior Business Development Manager to play a key role in driving growth, developing strategic partnerships, and expanding existing national accounts. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially driven sales professional who enjoys building relationships, identifying new opportunities, and working within a collaborative SME environment where you can genuinely make an impact. Key Responsibilities: Develop and implement sales strategies alongside the Managing Director to drive business growth and achieve revenue targets Manage and grow a portfolio of existing retail, wholesale, and distributor accounts through strong relationship management and account development Identify opportunities to maximise revenue within existing customer accounts Generate and convert new business opportunities across retail and trade channels Build relationships with key national retailers, wholesalers, and distribution partners Support product launches, sales forecasting, and strategic commercial planning Deliver engaging presentations and sales pitches to prospective customers and partners Work collaboratively with internal teams to ensure excellent customer service and account support Attend customer meetings, trade events, and exhibitions across the UK as required You must have: Proven experience in business development, account management, or commercial sales within a retail or trade partner environment Experience managing or developing relationships with national retailers A proactive and self-motivated approach with strong relationship-building skills Excellent presentation, negotiation, and commercial awareness A track record of exceeding sales targets and securing new business wins Full UK driving licence and flexibility to travel nationally with occasional overnight stays Proven experience as the following: Senior Business Development Manager, National Account Manager, Retail Account Manager, Commercial Manager, Trade Sales Manager, Key Account Manager, Business Development Executive, Partnerships Manager, Sales Manager, Channel Development Manager Benefits Commission + Bonus structure Hybrid working Growing and supportive SME environment Opportunity to work with innovative wellbeing and independent living products Career progression opportunities Collaborative and friendly team culture By sending an application or applying for a job, you consent to your personal data being processed and stored by Get Recruited (UK) Ltd in accordance with our Cookie & Privacy Policy (available in the footer on our website). Get Recruited (UK) Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and as an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. We are an equal opportunities employer and we never charge candidates a fee for our services.
2 days in office, 3 days from home - Are you looking to join an innovative and creative event agency in a pivotal position? Flexible, hybrid working Employee-owned business A whole host of amazing benefits Bonus scheme THE COMPANY This creative events agency are curators of live experiences and film. They build the strategy, create compelling content and deliver exceptional live events that outshine expectations. Events are focussed on the experience of their clients and their audiences. Client range across and array of exciting sectors and project include conferences, awards ceremonies, brand experiences, incentive travel and product launches. Offering an excellent working environment, strong team ethos, competitive salaries and fantastic career opportunities, this is a leading agency to be a part of! THE ROLE A fantastic position has now become available for an Event Project Director to be responsible for the overall successful delivery of all events. With new clients coming on board and established accounts ever-growing this is an opportunity not to be missed! This is a broad Event Project Director role that includes: Own end-to-end delivery of live event projects from brief to execution. Lead multidisciplinary project teams Define project scopes, timelines, budgets, and delivery strategies while enabling team autonomy and clear accountability. Oversee supplier sourcing, negotiation, contracting, and relationship management Ensure compliance, risk management, sustainability, and operational standards are met across all projects. Develop trusted relationships with clients at a senior level, understanding their strategic goals and shaping work that drives impact. Lead and contribute to pitches with clarity, storytelling, and creative thinking. Identify opportunities to deepen client relationships and support long-term growth. Confidently present ideas, proposals, and project updates balancing strategic insight with operational pragmatism. Bring curiosity and strategic thinking to briefs, challenging assumptions and exploring new ideas. Work closely with creative and leadership teams to shape concepts, narratives, and experiences that cut through and inspire. Encourage innovation across processes, partnerships and project methodologies. Foster a collaborative, open, and supportive team culture where everyone feels ownership and agency. Mentor colleagues across disciplines, helping them grow and thrive. THE CANDIDATE Candidates applying for the Event Project Director role should have similar experience gained from working within a creative event agency. We are looking for someone to take a senior, hands-on role in shaping, delivering, and elevating live event projects. Managing a team of Project Managers and Producers, the role needs someone with experience of delivering large and complex conferences, events and exhibitions internationally, the ability to drive creativity, a passion for making a positive impact in the world, confident client leadership and a calm control of operations leadership. In return this agency is giving the new Event Project Director the chance to take your career to the next level, working with an employee-owned business in an open and friendly working environment, that offer flexible working, excellent creative capabilities and a discretionary bonus scheme. Live specialises in all disciplines (and at all levels) across events, experiential and exhibitions. If this position isn't quite what you're looking for please visit to view all of the opportunities we are recruiting. As a specialist events recruitment agency, we help our clients build the most talented and diverse teams in the UK. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, embracing diversity across all intersecting dimensions, including ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, well-being, abilities, and neurodiversity. We are dedicated to ensuring a supportive and accessible recruitment process. If you require any adjustments or accommodations, please let us know. Don't miss this great opportunity - click below to apply! Vacancy reference: MM17464
May 15, 2026
Full time
2 days in office, 3 days from home - Are you looking to join an innovative and creative event agency in a pivotal position? Flexible, hybrid working Employee-owned business A whole host of amazing benefits Bonus scheme THE COMPANY This creative events agency are curators of live experiences and film. They build the strategy, create compelling content and deliver exceptional live events that outshine expectations. Events are focussed on the experience of their clients and their audiences. Client range across and array of exciting sectors and project include conferences, awards ceremonies, brand experiences, incentive travel and product launches. Offering an excellent working environment, strong team ethos, competitive salaries and fantastic career opportunities, this is a leading agency to be a part of! THE ROLE A fantastic position has now become available for an Event Project Director to be responsible for the overall successful delivery of all events. With new clients coming on board and established accounts ever-growing this is an opportunity not to be missed! This is a broad Event Project Director role that includes: Own end-to-end delivery of live event projects from brief to execution. Lead multidisciplinary project teams Define project scopes, timelines, budgets, and delivery strategies while enabling team autonomy and clear accountability. Oversee supplier sourcing, negotiation, contracting, and relationship management Ensure compliance, risk management, sustainability, and operational standards are met across all projects. Develop trusted relationships with clients at a senior level, understanding their strategic goals and shaping work that drives impact. Lead and contribute to pitches with clarity, storytelling, and creative thinking. Identify opportunities to deepen client relationships and support long-term growth. Confidently present ideas, proposals, and project updates balancing strategic insight with operational pragmatism. Bring curiosity and strategic thinking to briefs, challenging assumptions and exploring new ideas. Work closely with creative and leadership teams to shape concepts, narratives, and experiences that cut through and inspire. Encourage innovation across processes, partnerships and project methodologies. Foster a collaborative, open, and supportive team culture where everyone feels ownership and agency. Mentor colleagues across disciplines, helping them grow and thrive. THE CANDIDATE Candidates applying for the Event Project Director role should have similar experience gained from working within a creative event agency. We are looking for someone to take a senior, hands-on role in shaping, delivering, and elevating live event projects. Managing a team of Project Managers and Producers, the role needs someone with experience of delivering large and complex conferences, events and exhibitions internationally, the ability to drive creativity, a passion for making a positive impact in the world, confident client leadership and a calm control of operations leadership. In return this agency is giving the new Event Project Director the chance to take your career to the next level, working with an employee-owned business in an open and friendly working environment, that offer flexible working, excellent creative capabilities and a discretionary bonus scheme. Live specialises in all disciplines (and at all levels) across events, experiential and exhibitions. If this position isn't quite what you're looking for please visit to view all of the opportunities we are recruiting. As a specialist events recruitment agency, we help our clients build the most talented and diverse teams in the UK. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, embracing diversity across all intersecting dimensions, including ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, well-being, abilities, and neurodiversity. We are dedicated to ensuring a supportive and accessible recruitment process. If you require any adjustments or accommodations, please let us know. Don't miss this great opportunity - click below to apply! Vacancy reference: MM17464
Business Development Executive Seeking a dynamic and results-driven Business Development Executive to join an Events and Marketing team in Manchester. This role is pivotal in driving growth by identifying new business opportunities, nurturing client relationships, and supporting the success of our events and marketing initiatives. You will act as a key liaison between marketing campaigns and sales execution, qualifying leads, initiating contact with potential clients, and helping convert interest into long-term partnerships. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are passionate about connecting people with impactful solutions, wewant to hear from you. Salary - 30,000 - 33,000 Basic OTE 1st year 45,000 + 2nd year 60,000 uncapped commission Location - Manchester - Free parking Working Hours - Monday to Friday - 9am - 5pm Hybrid working - Monday Tuesday, Thursday office based and Wed/Friday from Home Start date - ASAP Key Responsibilities Qualify Warm inbound and outbound leads from marketing campaigns and events. Initiate contact with potential clients via calls, emails, and networking. Present event offerings and marketing services to prospective clients. Collaborate with the Events and Marketing team to align outreach strategies. Set up meetings between clients and senior sales or account executives. Maintain accurate records in CRM systems (e.g., Salesforce). Track and report on sales metrics and campaign performance. Attend industry events and represent client professionally. Requirements Proven B2B experience in business development, sales, or marketing roles. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Experience with CRM tools and lead management systems. Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team Comfortable with cold outreach and networking. Please apply with your most up to date CV if you are interested and have the correct experience. 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.
May 15, 2026
Full time
Business Development Executive Seeking a dynamic and results-driven Business Development Executive to join an Events and Marketing team in Manchester. This role is pivotal in driving growth by identifying new business opportunities, nurturing client relationships, and supporting the success of our events and marketing initiatives. You will act as a key liaison between marketing campaigns and sales execution, qualifying leads, initiating contact with potential clients, and helping convert interest into long-term partnerships. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are passionate about connecting people with impactful solutions, wewant to hear from you. Salary - 30,000 - 33,000 Basic OTE 1st year 45,000 + 2nd year 60,000 uncapped commission Location - Manchester - Free parking Working Hours - Monday to Friday - 9am - 5pm Hybrid working - Monday Tuesday, Thursday office based and Wed/Friday from Home Start date - ASAP Key Responsibilities Qualify Warm inbound and outbound leads from marketing campaigns and events. Initiate contact with potential clients via calls, emails, and networking. Present event offerings and marketing services to prospective clients. Collaborate with the Events and Marketing team to align outreach strategies. Set up meetings between clients and senior sales or account executives. Maintain accurate records in CRM systems (e.g., Salesforce). Track and report on sales metrics and campaign performance. Attend industry events and represent client professionally. Requirements Proven B2B experience in business development, sales, or marketing roles. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Experience with CRM tools and lead management systems. Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team Comfortable with cold outreach and networking. Please apply with your most up to date CV if you are interested and have the correct experience. 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.
Corporate Account Business Development Manager - Hybrid / UK & International Travel Required Competitive Basic Salary + Uncapped Commission High-Growth Opportunity Industry-Respected Business Long-Term Career Potential Are you a commercially driven relationship builder who thrives on winning new business, influencing senior decision-makers, and delivering consultative solutions rather than transactional sales? We re looking for an ambitious, high-performing Corporate Account Business Development Manager to join a highly respected training provider with an outstanding reputation across technical, management and business skills development. This is not a volume-sales role. It s about building credibility with senior stakeholders, understanding complex business challenges, and creating tailored learning solutions that genuinely add value. We are particularly interested in speaking with individuals from either: A B2B training or learning solutions sales background OR Recruitment professionals who have experience engaging senior stakeholders, developing new business, managing complex sales cycles, and operating in a highly target-driven environment. If you re naturally consultative, commercially astute, and motivated by high reward and long-term career growth, this could be the perfect next step. You ll play a key role in driving revenue growth through both new client acquisition and development of existing accounts, working with organisations across a wide range of industries in the UK and internationally. This is a role for someone with a true hunter mentality - someone who enjoys opening doors, creating opportunities, and building lasting commercial partnerships. You will: Develop and grow a strong pipeline of corporate opportunities Sell tailored training and development solutions to senior decision-makers and C-suite executives Build relationships across complex organisations with multiple stakeholders Identify client challenges and provide strategic, solution-led recommendations Work closely with subject matter experts and internal teams to deliver outstanding client solutions Attend client meetings across the UK and overseas when required Contribute ideas, market insight, and commercial strategy to support continued business growth We re less interested in industry labels and more interested in mindset, credibility, and commercial capability. You may already work within training sales, L&D solutions, or corporate development or you could come from a recruitment background where you ve built strong client relationships, influenced senior stakeholders, and consistently exceeded targets. You ll likely have: A proven track record in B2B sales and business development Experience selling consultative or solution-led services Confidence communicating with senior leadership teams and C-level executives Strong pipeline generation and outbound business development skills A resilient, self-motivated, and proactive approach The ability to navigate complex sales processes and negotiate effectively A commercially driven mindset with a genuine passion for building relationships This is an opportunity to become part of an established and highly respected organisation with genuine longevity, an excellent market reputation, and ambitious growth plans. In return, you ll benefit from: Uncapped earning potential A supportive and collaborative environment The opportunity to work with recognised industry experts Career stability and long-term progression opportunities Exposure to international clients and projects A role where your success and contribution will genuinely be recognised and rewarded If you re looking for a role where you can combine relationship-led sales with commercial impact - and want to be part of a business known for quality, professionalism, and long-term success - we d love to hear from you. This role is based in West Sussex and will require office presence - 2-3 days a week. If this is not suitable for you, please do not apply. Due to volume, only successful candidates will be responded to.
May 15, 2026
Full time
Corporate Account Business Development Manager - Hybrid / UK & International Travel Required Competitive Basic Salary + Uncapped Commission High-Growth Opportunity Industry-Respected Business Long-Term Career Potential Are you a commercially driven relationship builder who thrives on winning new business, influencing senior decision-makers, and delivering consultative solutions rather than transactional sales? We re looking for an ambitious, high-performing Corporate Account Business Development Manager to join a highly respected training provider with an outstanding reputation across technical, management and business skills development. This is not a volume-sales role. It s about building credibility with senior stakeholders, understanding complex business challenges, and creating tailored learning solutions that genuinely add value. We are particularly interested in speaking with individuals from either: A B2B training or learning solutions sales background OR Recruitment professionals who have experience engaging senior stakeholders, developing new business, managing complex sales cycles, and operating in a highly target-driven environment. If you re naturally consultative, commercially astute, and motivated by high reward and long-term career growth, this could be the perfect next step. You ll play a key role in driving revenue growth through both new client acquisition and development of existing accounts, working with organisations across a wide range of industries in the UK and internationally. This is a role for someone with a true hunter mentality - someone who enjoys opening doors, creating opportunities, and building lasting commercial partnerships. You will: Develop and grow a strong pipeline of corporate opportunities Sell tailored training and development solutions to senior decision-makers and C-suite executives Build relationships across complex organisations with multiple stakeholders Identify client challenges and provide strategic, solution-led recommendations Work closely with subject matter experts and internal teams to deliver outstanding client solutions Attend client meetings across the UK and overseas when required Contribute ideas, market insight, and commercial strategy to support continued business growth We re less interested in industry labels and more interested in mindset, credibility, and commercial capability. You may already work within training sales, L&D solutions, or corporate development or you could come from a recruitment background where you ve built strong client relationships, influenced senior stakeholders, and consistently exceeded targets. You ll likely have: A proven track record in B2B sales and business development Experience selling consultative or solution-led services Confidence communicating with senior leadership teams and C-level executives Strong pipeline generation and outbound business development skills A resilient, self-motivated, and proactive approach The ability to navigate complex sales processes and negotiate effectively A commercially driven mindset with a genuine passion for building relationships This is an opportunity to become part of an established and highly respected organisation with genuine longevity, an excellent market reputation, and ambitious growth plans. In return, you ll benefit from: Uncapped earning potential A supportive and collaborative environment The opportunity to work with recognised industry experts Career stability and long-term progression opportunities Exposure to international clients and projects A role where your success and contribution will genuinely be recognised and rewarded If you re looking for a role where you can combine relationship-led sales with commercial impact - and want to be part of a business known for quality, professionalism, and long-term success - we d love to hear from you. This role is based in West Sussex and will require office presence - 2-3 days a week. If this is not suitable for you, please do not apply. Due to volume, only successful candidates will be responded to.
Commercial Manager / Senior Sales Executive Would you like to join an events business where you'll have a share in the company? We're seeking a driven individual to join our client's rapidly expanding events business with exhibitions including safety and wellbeing, emergency services, forensics and more. You'll play a pivotal role in driving growth and success by: Acquiring new business: Generating revenue through new client acquisition and upselling/cross-selling opportunities. Building strong relationships: Fostering long-term partnerships with clients and ensuring exceptional customer service. Driving sales targets: Achieving sales goals through effective lead generation, pipeline management, and closing deals. What you'll need: Proven track record in B2B sales, ideally within the events industry Strong sales skills, including negotiation, persuasion, and closing techniques Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Self-motivated, results-oriented, and able to work independently A passion for the events industry and a desire to succeed Salary : up to £50k (DOE) + 40% bonus Location : Redhill, Surrey (with 1 day/ wk hybrid option) Type : Full time Please apply with your CV attached to receive more details.
May 15, 2026
Full time
Commercial Manager / Senior Sales Executive Would you like to join an events business where you'll have a share in the company? We're seeking a driven individual to join our client's rapidly expanding events business with exhibitions including safety and wellbeing, emergency services, forensics and more. You'll play a pivotal role in driving growth and success by: Acquiring new business: Generating revenue through new client acquisition and upselling/cross-selling opportunities. Building strong relationships: Fostering long-term partnerships with clients and ensuring exceptional customer service. Driving sales targets: Achieving sales goals through effective lead generation, pipeline management, and closing deals. What you'll need: Proven track record in B2B sales, ideally within the events industry Strong sales skills, including negotiation, persuasion, and closing techniques Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Self-motivated, results-oriented, and able to work independently A passion for the events industry and a desire to succeed Salary : up to £50k (DOE) + 40% bonus Location : Redhill, Surrey (with 1 day/ wk hybrid option) Type : Full time Please apply with your CV attached to receive more details.
The Free Speech Union is looking for a dynamic and strategic Director of Nations to lead its work across Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland-an influential role at the forefront of one of the most important debates of our time. This is a rare opportunity to shape how free speech is protected, understood and championed across the devolved nations, working at the intersection of politics, media and law. From responding to legislative developments to building meaningful partnerships, the successful candidate will play a central role in ensuring that the principles of free speech are not only defended but actively strengthened. This is far more than a policy role. It is a public-facing leadership position for someone who thrives on engagement-bringing people together through events, growing a passionate membership base, and becoming a trusted voice in the media. You will help lead campaigns, influence decision-makers, and ensure that free speech remains a visible and vital part of national conversations. If you are motivated by purpose, confident in public forums, and ready to take ownership of a high-impact portfolio, this role offers the chance to make a tangible difference across the UK's nations The Role The Free Speech Union (FSU) is seeking a highly motivated and strategically minded Director of Nations tostrengthen our presence in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. The postholder will be responsible for advancing the FSU's mission in the nations, growing our membership in each one, organising events, developing policy responses, managing the nations' advisory councils and serving as a public spokesperson on the media in the different nations. This is an exciting opportunity to play a leading role in protecting and promoting free speech across the UK's regions. Key Responsibilities Policy and Advocacy Work closely with the Legislative Affairs Director and the Policy and Research Director to develop, adapt and promote policy positions relevant to the devolved nations. Monitor legislative and political developments in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland, ensuring timely organisational responses. Provide input into research, reports and policy briefings with a focus on the nations. Campaign to persuade the governments of the nations to embrace free speech protections embedded in English law, eg the Higher Education (Freedom of Speech) Act JAJY. Regional Outreach and Membership Design and deliver campaigns to increase membership and visibility in each of the nations. Build partnerships with local organisations, academic institutions, civil society groups and opinion leaders. Oversee targeted outreach strategies to ensure the FSU remains a trusted voice on free speech in each nation. Events and Engagement Work with our Events Director to plan, organise and deliver events in each nation. Ensure events strengthen member engagement and promote public discussion of free speech issues. Support the development and activity of our Scottish and Northern Ireland advisory councils,ensuring they are active and effective, and establish an advisory council in Wales. Media and Public Relations Work closely with the press/media team to manage media enquiries and place stories across the devolved nations. Act as a spokesperson for the FSU in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland, including media appearances, panel discussions and public speaking engagements. Monitor and respond to press coverage in the nations of FSU-related issues. Leadership and Representation Serve as the senior representative of FSU in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. Provide regular reporting to the FSU's senior management team on developments, challenges and opportunities in the devolved nations. Contribute to organisational strategy by ensuring the nations are fully represented Person Specification Commitment to the cause of free speech, including awareness of the Free Speech Union and our work. Applicants must have a relevant mix of skills, aptitude and experience. Essential Strong knowledge of political, legal and cultural affairs in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. Experience in public affairs, policy, advocacy and campaigning. Excellent communication skills, with proven track record as a confident public speaker and media spokesperson. Strong relationship-building skills with stakeholders at all levels. Ability to manage events, campaigns and outreach programmes. Commitment to the values and mission of the FSU. Desirable Established media profile or existing relationships with journalists in the devolved nations. Experience managing advisory boards or volunteer councils. Background in law, politics, public policy, or related fields. Project management experience, including budgeting oversight. Familiarity with our software programmes - SalesForce, MailChimp, Microsoft Office 365, WordPress. Experience of integrating AI into the work of a similar organisation. Review of this Job Description This job description is intended as an outline of the general areas of activity and will be amended in the light of the changing needs of the organisation. To be reviewed in conjunction with the post holder. What we offer. Salary up to 65k-70k per annum, depending on experience. Eight per cent Pension contribution. The autonomy and flexibility of working from home. Full access to our learning and development programme. 20 days paid annual leave (excluding bank holidays). BUPA private healthcare. A supportive and engaging workplace culture. Opportunities to develop within a growing and dynamic organisation. Occasional travel to events and meetings within the UK. How to apply. To be considered for this role, please send a CV and introductory letter to detailing whyyou are interested in the role and how your skills align with the person specification. Candidates should submit their CV and cover letter as two separate documents. Please do not include your cover letter in the body of the email No agencies please
May 15, 2026
Full time
The Free Speech Union is looking for a dynamic and strategic Director of Nations to lead its work across Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland-an influential role at the forefront of one of the most important debates of our time. This is a rare opportunity to shape how free speech is protected, understood and championed across the devolved nations, working at the intersection of politics, media and law. From responding to legislative developments to building meaningful partnerships, the successful candidate will play a central role in ensuring that the principles of free speech are not only defended but actively strengthened. This is far more than a policy role. It is a public-facing leadership position for someone who thrives on engagement-bringing people together through events, growing a passionate membership base, and becoming a trusted voice in the media. You will help lead campaigns, influence decision-makers, and ensure that free speech remains a visible and vital part of national conversations. If you are motivated by purpose, confident in public forums, and ready to take ownership of a high-impact portfolio, this role offers the chance to make a tangible difference across the UK's nations The Role The Free Speech Union (FSU) is seeking a highly motivated and strategically minded Director of Nations tostrengthen our presence in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. The postholder will be responsible for advancing the FSU's mission in the nations, growing our membership in each one, organising events, developing policy responses, managing the nations' advisory councils and serving as a public spokesperson on the media in the different nations. This is an exciting opportunity to play a leading role in protecting and promoting free speech across the UK's regions. Key Responsibilities Policy and Advocacy Work closely with the Legislative Affairs Director and the Policy and Research Director to develop, adapt and promote policy positions relevant to the devolved nations. Monitor legislative and political developments in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland, ensuring timely organisational responses. Provide input into research, reports and policy briefings with a focus on the nations. Campaign to persuade the governments of the nations to embrace free speech protections embedded in English law, eg the Higher Education (Freedom of Speech) Act JAJY. Regional Outreach and Membership Design and deliver campaigns to increase membership and visibility in each of the nations. Build partnerships with local organisations, academic institutions, civil society groups and opinion leaders. Oversee targeted outreach strategies to ensure the FSU remains a trusted voice on free speech in each nation. Events and Engagement Work with our Events Director to plan, organise and deliver events in each nation. Ensure events strengthen member engagement and promote public discussion of free speech issues. Support the development and activity of our Scottish and Northern Ireland advisory councils,ensuring they are active and effective, and establish an advisory council in Wales. Media and Public Relations Work closely with the press/media team to manage media enquiries and place stories across the devolved nations. Act as a spokesperson for the FSU in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland, including media appearances, panel discussions and public speaking engagements. Monitor and respond to press coverage in the nations of FSU-related issues. Leadership and Representation Serve as the senior representative of FSU in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. Provide regular reporting to the FSU's senior management team on developments, challenges and opportunities in the devolved nations. Contribute to organisational strategy by ensuring the nations are fully represented Person Specification Commitment to the cause of free speech, including awareness of the Free Speech Union and our work. Applicants must have a relevant mix of skills, aptitude and experience. Essential Strong knowledge of political, legal and cultural affairs in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. Experience in public affairs, policy, advocacy and campaigning. Excellent communication skills, with proven track record as a confident public speaker and media spokesperson. Strong relationship-building skills with stakeholders at all levels. Ability to manage events, campaigns and outreach programmes. Commitment to the values and mission of the FSU. Desirable Established media profile or existing relationships with journalists in the devolved nations. Experience managing advisory boards or volunteer councils. Background in law, politics, public policy, or related fields. Project management experience, including budgeting oversight. Familiarity with our software programmes - SalesForce, MailChimp, Microsoft Office 365, WordPress. Experience of integrating AI into the work of a similar organisation. Review of this Job Description This job description is intended as an outline of the general areas of activity and will be amended in the light of the changing needs of the organisation. To be reviewed in conjunction with the post holder. What we offer. Salary up to 65k-70k per annum, depending on experience. Eight per cent Pension contribution. The autonomy and flexibility of working from home. Full access to our learning and development programme. 20 days paid annual leave (excluding bank holidays). BUPA private healthcare. A supportive and engaging workplace culture. Opportunities to develop within a growing and dynamic organisation. Occasional travel to events and meetings within the UK. How to apply. To be considered for this role, please send a CV and introductory letter to detailing whyyou are interested in the role and how your skills align with the person specification. Candidates should submit their CV and cover letter as two separate documents. Please do not include your cover letter in the body of the email No agencies please
