Project Manager Tier 1 Housing Developer The Opportunity Are you a high-caliber Project Manager with a passion for delivering award-winning developments? We are a Tier 1 National House Builder renowned for our commitment to quality, design excellence, and sustainable communities. We don't just build houses; we create legacies. We are looking for a strategic leader to take the helm of a flagship multi-phase development. This is a role for a "CEO of the Site"-someone who thrives on precision, safety, and the prestige of delivering a five-star product. The Role As Project Manager, you will be the primary driver of the project's lifecycle, from initial groundworks to the final handover. You will lead a dedicated site team, ensuring that every home meets our exacting standards. Key Responsibilities: Strategic Leadership: Oversee the master programme, ensuring milestones are met on time and within budget. Quality Excellence: Maintain our reputation for craftsmanship by conducting rigorous inspections and upholding NHBC standards. Health & Safety: Foster a "Safety First" culture, ensuring 100% compliance with HSE regulations and internal protocols. Commercial Acumen: Work closely with the Surveying team to manage costs, prevent waste, and maximize efficiency. Stakeholder Management: Act as the primary point of contact for local authorities, contractors, and senior directors. Who You Are You are a seasoned construction professional with a "get it done" attitude and a keen eye for detail. You understand that in the Tier 1 world, volume never comes at the expense of value. Experience: Proven track record as a Project Manager or Senior Site Manager with a Tier 1 or high-volume developer. Accreditations: SMSTS, CSCS (Black Card), and First Aid at Work are essential. Skills: Exceptional communication, a deep understanding of modern building techniques, and the ability to inspire a diverse workforce. Why Join Us? Performance Bonus: One of the most lucrative schemes in the sector. Company Car/Allowance: Premium brand options or a generous cash alternative. Future Growth: Clear pathways to Construction Director roles. Wellbeing: Private healthcare, enhanced pension, and a focus on work-life balance. Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application. Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK. For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.
May 28, 2026
Full time
Project Manager Tier 1 Housing Developer The Opportunity Are you a high-caliber Project Manager with a passion for delivering award-winning developments? We are a Tier 1 National House Builder renowned for our commitment to quality, design excellence, and sustainable communities. We don't just build houses; we create legacies. We are looking for a strategic leader to take the helm of a flagship multi-phase development. This is a role for a "CEO of the Site"-someone who thrives on precision, safety, and the prestige of delivering a five-star product. The Role As Project Manager, you will be the primary driver of the project's lifecycle, from initial groundworks to the final handover. You will lead a dedicated site team, ensuring that every home meets our exacting standards. Key Responsibilities: Strategic Leadership: Oversee the master programme, ensuring milestones are met on time and within budget. Quality Excellence: Maintain our reputation for craftsmanship by conducting rigorous inspections and upholding NHBC standards. Health & Safety: Foster a "Safety First" culture, ensuring 100% compliance with HSE regulations and internal protocols. Commercial Acumen: Work closely with the Surveying team to manage costs, prevent waste, and maximize efficiency. Stakeholder Management: Act as the primary point of contact for local authorities, contractors, and senior directors. Who You Are You are a seasoned construction professional with a "get it done" attitude and a keen eye for detail. You understand that in the Tier 1 world, volume never comes at the expense of value. Experience: Proven track record as a Project Manager or Senior Site Manager with a Tier 1 or high-volume developer. Accreditations: SMSTS, CSCS (Black Card), and First Aid at Work are essential. Skills: Exceptional communication, a deep understanding of modern building techniques, and the ability to inspire a diverse workforce. Why Join Us? Performance Bonus: One of the most lucrative schemes in the sector. Company Car/Allowance: Premium brand options or a generous cash alternative. Future Growth: Clear pathways to Construction Director roles. Wellbeing: Private healthcare, enhanced pension, and a focus on work-life balance. Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application. Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK. For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.
Role - Non-Conformance Report (NCR) Facilitator Location - Hybrid working between our Bridgwater site and home Salary - 135 Per Day Hours - Full Time, 37.5 hours per week - 7.5 hours per day 30 mins break About the role The role of the NCR Facilitator is to expedite and support the timely completion of Non-conformance reports through the various steps of the online NCR management tool (CCIS/SWITCH). The role is to monitor several contracts to ensure that stakeholders in the process complete their activities within predetermined action and escalation time frames. NCR Facilitators shall attend the NCR meetings for Contracts they are responsible for and provide support for accelerating the review where necessary. Their other duties shall include but are not limited to. The position is within the quality department of the delivery directorate. This department develops and maintains policies, strategies, standards, procedures, and best practice in quality as well as providing oversight of the site's activities and effectiveness. Role Responsibilities Producing Daily, weekly, monthly, and ad-hoc reporting to provide updates to stakeholders and senior management. Support the organisation and running of Quality Exceptions Panels. Understanding the requirements for a panel to convene, scheduling meetings taking into consideration key stakeholders' availability, recording and minute taking for meetings, and ensuring that the minutes of the meeting are uploaded to the electronic records management system. Keeping required trackers for the ONR and uploading outcomes in a timely manner to allow work to progress. Liaising between the Multi-Disciplinary Team, Suppliers, and CCIS admin to expedite any CCIS (PLM) tool technical Issues. In charge of implementation and monitoring the NCR status report within their allocated Contracts. Production / Analysis of reports NCR KPI to NCR Facilitation Lead and other stakeholders (including Quality Delivery Managers) e.g., NCR weekly report, monthly report, and other NCR report based on demand to enable effective management of the NCR KPI's. As required, support NCR stakeholders to manage NCR process in a timely manner. Ensuring all Non-Conformance processing tool/s and the management process issues are captured, monitored, and addressed. Expedite stakeholders to meet contractual obligations in terms of responses. Adhere to the 21-day procedure target for manufacturing NCRs and 28 days for site NCRs, to provide a response to the contractor Tool enhancements, awareness & training, onboarding & issue support Escalate as appropriate where the NCR management procedure is not respected. Supporting access Non-Conformance processing tool for all users. Essential Skills Experience of proposing and implementing a variety of quality related solutions. Experience of interfacing with project teams, supply chain organisations and independent third parties. Problem-solving: Experience of interaction and resolving issues with a wide range of stakeholders in a multi-cultural environment. Continuous improvement. Key Competencies INTEGRITY Being always positive in approach Remaining calm and determined under pressure or changing circumstances Ability to create a climate of trust IMPACT Getting results and making things happen Being able to prevent issues and drive solutions Ability to influence both internal and external audiences as required INCLUSION Be able to build effective relationships, demonstrate confidence in others ability to perform to the highest standards Motivational to other team members, lead with a "can do" attitude INSPIRATION The ability to innovate and think laterally to assure that the organisational learning processes are efficient and effective Good judgement and decision making If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.
May 28, 2026
Seasonal
Role - Non-Conformance Report (NCR) Facilitator Location - Hybrid working between our Bridgwater site and home Salary - 135 Per Day Hours - Full Time, 37.5 hours per week - 7.5 hours per day 30 mins break About the role The role of the NCR Facilitator is to expedite and support the timely completion of Non-conformance reports through the various steps of the online NCR management tool (CCIS/SWITCH). The role is to monitor several contracts to ensure that stakeholders in the process complete their activities within predetermined action and escalation time frames. NCR Facilitators shall attend the NCR meetings for Contracts they are responsible for and provide support for accelerating the review where necessary. Their other duties shall include but are not limited to. The position is within the quality department of the delivery directorate. This department develops and maintains policies, strategies, standards, procedures, and best practice in quality as well as providing oversight of the site's activities and effectiveness. Role Responsibilities Producing Daily, weekly, monthly, and ad-hoc reporting to provide updates to stakeholders and senior management. Support the organisation and running of Quality Exceptions Panels. Understanding the requirements for a panel to convene, scheduling meetings taking into consideration key stakeholders' availability, recording and minute taking for meetings, and ensuring that the minutes of the meeting are uploaded to the electronic records management system. Keeping required trackers for the ONR and uploading outcomes in a timely manner to allow work to progress. Liaising between the Multi-Disciplinary Team, Suppliers, and CCIS admin to expedite any CCIS (PLM) tool technical Issues. In charge of implementation and monitoring the NCR status report within their allocated Contracts. Production / Analysis of reports NCR KPI to NCR Facilitation Lead and other stakeholders (including Quality Delivery Managers) e.g., NCR weekly report, monthly report, and other NCR report based on demand to enable effective management of the NCR KPI's. As required, support NCR stakeholders to manage NCR process in a timely manner. Ensuring all Non-Conformance processing tool/s and the management process issues are captured, monitored, and addressed. Expedite stakeholders to meet contractual obligations in terms of responses. Adhere to the 21-day procedure target for manufacturing NCRs and 28 days for site NCRs, to provide a response to the contractor Tool enhancements, awareness & training, onboarding & issue support Escalate as appropriate where the NCR management procedure is not respected. Supporting access Non-Conformance processing tool for all users. Essential Skills Experience of proposing and implementing a variety of quality related solutions. Experience of interfacing with project teams, supply chain organisations and independent third parties. Problem-solving: Experience of interaction and resolving issues with a wide range of stakeholders in a multi-cultural environment. Continuous improvement. Key Competencies INTEGRITY Being always positive in approach Remaining calm and determined under pressure or changing circumstances Ability to create a climate of trust IMPACT Getting results and making things happen Being able to prevent issues and drive solutions Ability to influence both internal and external audiences as required INCLUSION Be able to build effective relationships, demonstrate confidence in others ability to perform to the highest standards Motivational to other team members, lead with a "can do" attitude INSPIRATION The ability to innovate and think laterally to assure that the organisational learning processes are efficient and effective Good judgement and decision making If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.
Think Specialist Recruitment are delighted to be working with a well established organisation based within the Pinner area who are looking for an experienced Senior Account Director to join their team on a 12 month maternity cover contract. This is a dynamic, fast-paced team environment, working within a company that thrive on delivering exceptional value to clients. The successful candidate will be responsible for driving strategic growth across a portfolio of key clients while leading and developing two teams. Acting as a senior strategic partner to clients, using a consultative approach to identify opportunities, shaping solutions and influence decision-making at a senior level. Working hours - Monday - Friday 9am - 5:30pm Hybrid working with 3 days in the office Salary - 60,000 - 65,000 Some of the duties will include: Creating a long-term sales strategy for both teams, owning and delivering against quarterly sales targets for each of the teams Strong commercial awareness, balancing client needs with profitability and business priorities Selling complex, intangible solutions, making clients feel comfortable with digital and data products Build and maintain senior-level client relationships, influencing stakeholder at Senior level Initiating meetings with clients to discuss potential and ongoing projects, whilst leading both teams to do the same Provide day-to-day leadership support and guidance Oversee the strategic development plans for clients within each team, ensuring clear roadmaps for growth Support teams in identifying opportunities beyond individual projects and building long-term partnerships Bring previous experience of applying best practice in client servicing and growth Drive a culture of accountability, high performance and continuous improvement Support professional development, coaching and career progression for team members Drive best practice in account management, sales processes and CRM usage The suitable candidate: Proven experience within a similar role Experience within an agency, consultancy or professional service environment Strong track record in consultative selling High level of commercial acumen Experience of managing revenue targets and contributing to business strategy Previous proven experience in managing multiple teams Exceptional client relationship skills with the ability to relationship build at senior stakeholder level Previous experience within managing large client accounts Strategic thinker Proactive, driven and highly motivated Strong organisational skills Looking for the next step in your career? Think Specialist Recruitment is an independent support staff recruitment agency based in Hemel Hempstead and working across the Herts, Beds and Bucks area. We specialise in permanent, temporary and contract recruitment with areas of expertise including administration, customer service/call centre, PA/secretarial, human resources, accountancy and finance, sales admin/sales support, marketing and IT Helpdesk/IT support.
May 28, 2026
Contractor
Think Specialist Recruitment are delighted to be working with a well established organisation based within the Pinner area who are looking for an experienced Senior Account Director to join their team on a 12 month maternity cover contract. This is a dynamic, fast-paced team environment, working within a company that thrive on delivering exceptional value to clients. The successful candidate will be responsible for driving strategic growth across a portfolio of key clients while leading and developing two teams. Acting as a senior strategic partner to clients, using a consultative approach to identify opportunities, shaping solutions and influence decision-making at a senior level. Working hours - Monday - Friday 9am - 5:30pm Hybrid working with 3 days in the office Salary - 60,000 - 65,000 Some of the duties will include: Creating a long-term sales strategy for both teams, owning and delivering against quarterly sales targets for each of the teams Strong commercial awareness, balancing client needs with profitability and business priorities Selling complex, intangible solutions, making clients feel comfortable with digital and data products Build and maintain senior-level client relationships, influencing stakeholder at Senior level Initiating meetings with clients to discuss potential and ongoing projects, whilst leading both teams to do the same Provide day-to-day leadership support and guidance Oversee the strategic development plans for clients within each team, ensuring clear roadmaps for growth Support teams in identifying opportunities beyond individual projects and building long-term partnerships Bring previous experience of applying best practice in client servicing and growth Drive a culture of accountability, high performance and continuous improvement Support professional development, coaching and career progression for team members Drive best practice in account management, sales processes and CRM usage The suitable candidate: Proven experience within a similar role Experience within an agency, consultancy or professional service environment Strong track record in consultative selling High level of commercial acumen Experience of managing revenue targets and contributing to business strategy Previous proven experience in managing multiple teams Exceptional client relationship skills with the ability to relationship build at senior stakeholder level Previous experience within managing large client accounts Strategic thinker Proactive, driven and highly motivated Strong organisational skills Looking for the next step in your career? Think Specialist Recruitment is an independent support staff recruitment agency based in Hemel Hempstead and working across the Herts, Beds and Bucks area. We specialise in permanent, temporary and contract recruitment with areas of expertise including administration, customer service/call centre, PA/secretarial, human resources, accountancy and finance, sales admin/sales support, marketing and IT Helpdesk/IT support.
CLIENT DIRECTOR - CONSTRUCTION INSURANCE Location: Greater Manchester (Hybrid) Salary: 80,000 - 110,000 basic + competitive bonus + comprehensive benefits package About the Opportunity An exceptional opportunity for an experienced Commercial Insurance professional specialising in the Construction sector to join a highly respected specialist insurance and risk management business during a significant period of growth. We are partnering with a specialist insurance and risk management solutions company with extensive expertise across the Construction and Engineering sectors, as they continue to expand their regional footprint with the opening of a new North West office. Whilst operating as a highly respected independent specialist brand, the business also benefits from the backing and stability of a global financial services company, offering the best of both worlds through the agility and autonomy of a specialist brokerage combined with the investment, infrastructure, and long-term security of a major group. This is a rare opportunity to inherit and develop an established portfolio of construction clients whilst also driving new business growth across the sector. Importantly, this role also offers a genuine leadership opportunity for an ambitious individual looking to establish themselves as a key figure within the business, with the clear potential to help build and lead this division in the North. The Role As Client Director, you will take ownership of an established portfolio alongside identifying and securing new opportunities, helping to support ambitious regional growth plans and further strengthen the company's market presence across the North. Longer term, there is genuine opportunity to help shape and build a specialist regional team around you. Key Responsibilities Client Management & Growth Manage and grow an established portfolio of construction sector clients, delivering tailored insurance and risk management solutions Build strong relationships with contractors, subcontractors, developers, civil engineering businesses, and specialist trades Deliver high levels of client retention through proactive relationship management and strategic advice Generate and secure new business opportunities across the construction and engineering sectors Work closely with Development Executives, Marketing, and lead generation teams to support continued regional growth Provide specialist advice across Construction Insurance product Represent the business at networking events, industry forums, and sector-related meetings. Develop and execute plans to grow both personal and regional market presence that contribute towards the wider strategic development and continued growth of the division. Leadership Support and mentor Account Executives, Account Handlers, and junior team members Help shape the future direction of the Construction proposition across the North Work closely with senior leadership on regional growth strategy, team development, and market positioning Play a key role in the long-term growth and development of the Northern operation What We're Looking For Proven experience as a Client Director, Client Partner, Account Director, Senior Account Executive, or similar commercial insurance role Strong experience providing insurance solutions specifically to the Construction, Engineering, or Contractors sectors Excellent technical knowledge across commercial insurance and risk management solutions relevant to construction clients Demonstrable success managing and growing an existing book of business whilst generating new client relationships Commercially driven with the ambition and capability to step into a broader leadership role Strong communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills Cert CII or above desirable Applications are welcomed from individuals currently operating within national brokers, independent brokerages, or specialist construction insurance environments. Why Join? Join a highly respected specialist brokerage with a strong reputation within the Construction and Engineering sectors Opportunity to inherit an established and profitable client portfolio alongside significant new business potential Genuine opportunity to progress into a senior leadership position Ability to help shape regional strategy, team growth, and sector development Operate with genuine autonomy whilst benefiting from strong leadership support and investment Supportive, entrepreneurial, and development-focused culture with clear progression opportunities Benefits Competitive salary and uncapped bonus structure 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays Holiday purchase scheme and your birthday off Hybrid working environment (typically 2-3 days in the office) Enhanced pension and private healthcare Health and wellbeing benefits, income protection, and life assurance Paid leave for volunteering and enhanced parental leave
May 28, 2026
Full time
CLIENT DIRECTOR - CONSTRUCTION INSURANCE Location: Greater Manchester (Hybrid) Salary: 80,000 - 110,000 basic + competitive bonus + comprehensive benefits package About the Opportunity An exceptional opportunity for an experienced Commercial Insurance professional specialising in the Construction sector to join a highly respected specialist insurance and risk management business during a significant period of growth. We are partnering with a specialist insurance and risk management solutions company with extensive expertise across the Construction and Engineering sectors, as they continue to expand their regional footprint with the opening of a new North West office. Whilst operating as a highly respected independent specialist brand, the business also benefits from the backing and stability of a global financial services company, offering the best of both worlds through the agility and autonomy of a specialist brokerage combined with the investment, infrastructure, and long-term security of a major group. This is a rare opportunity to inherit and develop an established portfolio of construction clients whilst also driving new business growth across the sector. Importantly, this role also offers a genuine leadership opportunity for an ambitious individual looking to establish themselves as a key figure within the business, with the clear potential to help build and lead this division in the North. The Role As Client Director, you will take ownership of an established portfolio alongside identifying and securing new opportunities, helping to support ambitious regional growth plans and further strengthen the company's market presence across the North. Longer term, there is genuine opportunity to help shape and build a specialist regional team around you. Key Responsibilities Client Management & Growth Manage and grow an established portfolio of construction sector clients, delivering tailored insurance and risk management solutions Build strong relationships with contractors, subcontractors, developers, civil engineering businesses, and specialist trades Deliver high levels of client retention through proactive relationship management and strategic advice Generate and secure new business opportunities across the construction and engineering sectors Work closely with Development Executives, Marketing, and lead generation teams to support continued regional growth Provide specialist advice across Construction Insurance product Represent the business at networking events, industry forums, and sector-related meetings. Develop and execute plans to grow both personal and regional market presence that contribute towards the wider strategic development and continued growth of the division. Leadership Support and mentor Account Executives, Account Handlers, and junior team members Help shape the future direction of the Construction proposition across the North Work closely with senior leadership on regional growth strategy, team development, and market positioning Play a key role in the long-term growth and development of the Northern operation What We're Looking For Proven experience as a Client Director, Client Partner, Account Director, Senior Account Executive, or similar commercial insurance role Strong experience providing insurance solutions specifically to the Construction, Engineering, or Contractors sectors Excellent technical knowledge across commercial insurance and risk management solutions relevant to construction clients Demonstrable success managing and growing an existing book of business whilst generating new client relationships Commercially driven with the ambition and capability to step into a broader leadership role Strong communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills Cert CII or above desirable Applications are welcomed from individuals currently operating within national brokers, independent brokerages, or specialist construction insurance environments. Why Join? Join a highly respected specialist brokerage with a strong reputation within the Construction and Engineering sectors Opportunity to inherit an established and profitable client portfolio alongside significant new business potential Genuine opportunity to progress into a senior leadership position Ability to help shape regional strategy, team growth, and sector development Operate with genuine autonomy whilst benefiting from strong leadership support and investment Supportive, entrepreneurial, and development-focused culture with clear progression opportunities Benefits Competitive salary and uncapped bonus structure 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays Holiday purchase scheme and your birthday off Hybrid working environment (typically 2-3 days in the office) Enhanced pension and private healthcare Health and wellbeing benefits, income protection, and life assurance Paid leave for volunteering and enhanced parental leave
These roles are being recruited via Michael Page. Are you ready to lead the digital transformation of the UK public sector? Client Details Join Government Commercial Agency (GCA) and apply your technology expertise to deliver true Value for the Nation. You will drive market-leading commercial agreements that empower our public services with world-class innovation, ensuring every pound spent builds a more resilient, cost-effective, and digitally-advanced Britain. Progress your career where commercial strategy meets national purpose. Working alongside a Commercial Lead, you will act as a driving force within the category team, taking ownership of high-value commercial agreements. This role is built on strategic influence; you will master complex supplier relationship management (SRM) and cultivate key customer partnerships to ensure our digital frameworks deliver maximum efficiency and innovation for the public sector. We currently have a number of positions within the Technology category group available. You could be placed within one of the following exciting subcategories: Digital and Technology Services Network Services Hardware Software This is an opportunity to join the Technology Category at GCA, where you will play a central role in managing over 14bn of public sector spend. As a core driver of GCA's commercial success, our team accounts for more than 40% of the organisation's total impact, directly fuelling the UK's digital evolution. You will join a collaborative powerhouse of experts dedicated to helping public sector customers navigate the complexities of the tech market. By bridging the gap between cutting edge suppliers and essential public services, you will ensure the UK remains at the forefront of digital transformation and global innovation. From supporting major government missions to delivering projects of national significance, your work will provide tangible Value for the Nation. Our Commercial Team is transforming to become even more flexible. Candidates should be aware that there will be opportunities to flex into other category areas as required, either to meet business needs and/or for staff development. Description Effective management of Commercial Agreement performance over its lifecycle to meet increased customer reach and commercial benefits targets, including communications campaigns and sharing insights as part of industry and customer forums. Lead on procurement workstreams and / or provide significant contribution to the delivery and management of category commercial agreement procurements. Working to agreed timelines. Act as a category specialist, proactively advising public sector buyers, across all levels of seniority, on optimal commercial strategies to ensure the best possible commercial outcomes for their technology procurement needs. Manage complex enquiries, providing high quality advice and guidance to enhance GCA's reputation as a trusted partner. Management of commercial agreement suppliers, synthesising complex data and financial reporting to identify market trends, spending behaviours, and value-add opportunities for the benefit of the public sector. Develop strong engagement with suppliers and public sector buyers to identify and share best practice for successful commercial outcomes and deliver Value for the Nation. Work in close collaboration with the Customer Experience Directorate to retain, grow customer base through added value initiatives and improvement of service quality. Effectively manage risk and issues for your agreement, ensuring mitigation and escalation measures are implemented as appropriate. Support the Commercial Lead in evolving category strategies, providing insights based on customers' and suppliers' feedback with a view to continuously improving the Technology category group product portfolio. Support team development and resilience either directly or through matrix management, while identifying and implementing process improvements to optimise category management operations Profile Experience of procurement in the technology category, with a track record of managing contract performance, delivering excellent customer satisfaction and value for money Strong commercial acumen with the ability to assess large data sets and make informed decisions in a complex commercial environment Experience of supplier and/or customer relationship management - specifically within the technology sector Proactively and collaboratively motivate, influence, and persuade diverse internal and external stakeholders across all seniority levels, advising and driving optimal commercial outcomes. Ability to problem solve and identify continuous improvement opportunities that ensures the category/organisation operates with maximum effectiveness We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process: Working Together Communicating and Influencing Delivering at Pace Managing a Quality Service We'll assess you against these technical skills during the selection process: Contract and supplier management Job Offer Salary 48,027 Civil Service Pension with an employer contribution of 28.97% A discretionary non-contractual performance related bonus Working remotely in addition to working in advertised office location Flexi time scheme Minimum 25 days annual leave to a maximum service related 30 days excluding bank holidays For more information, please find the link below to the advert on civil service jobs - (url removed)> Apply before 11:55pm on Tuesday 9th June 2026
May 28, 2026
Full time
These roles are being recruited via Michael Page. Are you ready to lead the digital transformation of the UK public sector? Client Details Join Government Commercial Agency (GCA) and apply your technology expertise to deliver true Value for the Nation. You will drive market-leading commercial agreements that empower our public services with world-class innovation, ensuring every pound spent builds a more resilient, cost-effective, and digitally-advanced Britain. Progress your career where commercial strategy meets national purpose. Working alongside a Commercial Lead, you will act as a driving force within the category team, taking ownership of high-value commercial agreements. This role is built on strategic influence; you will master complex supplier relationship management (SRM) and cultivate key customer partnerships to ensure our digital frameworks deliver maximum efficiency and innovation for the public sector. We currently have a number of positions within the Technology category group available. You could be placed within one of the following exciting subcategories: Digital and Technology Services Network Services Hardware Software This is an opportunity to join the Technology Category at GCA, where you will play a central role in managing over 14bn of public sector spend. As a core driver of GCA's commercial success, our team accounts for more than 40% of the organisation's total impact, directly fuelling the UK's digital evolution. You will join a collaborative powerhouse of experts dedicated to helping public sector customers navigate the complexities of the tech market. By bridging the gap between cutting edge suppliers and essential public services, you will ensure the UK remains at the forefront of digital transformation and global innovation. From supporting major government missions to delivering projects of national significance, your work will provide tangible Value for the Nation. Our Commercial Team is transforming to become even more flexible. Candidates should be aware that there will be opportunities to flex into other category areas as required, either to meet business needs and/or for staff development. Description Effective management of Commercial Agreement performance over its lifecycle to meet increased customer reach and commercial benefits targets, including communications campaigns and sharing insights as part of industry and customer forums. Lead on procurement workstreams and / or provide significant contribution to the delivery and management of category commercial agreement procurements. Working to agreed timelines. Act as a category specialist, proactively advising public sector buyers, across all levels of seniority, on optimal commercial strategies to ensure the best possible commercial outcomes for their technology procurement needs. Manage complex enquiries, providing high quality advice and guidance to enhance GCA's reputation as a trusted partner. Management of commercial agreement suppliers, synthesising complex data and financial reporting to identify market trends, spending behaviours, and value-add opportunities for the benefit of the public sector. Develop strong engagement with suppliers and public sector buyers to identify and share best practice for successful commercial outcomes and deliver Value for the Nation. Work in close collaboration with the Customer Experience Directorate to retain, grow customer base through added value initiatives and improvement of service quality. Effectively manage risk and issues for your agreement, ensuring mitigation and escalation measures are implemented as appropriate. Support the Commercial Lead in evolving category strategies, providing insights based on customers' and suppliers' feedback with a view to continuously improving the Technology category group product portfolio. Support team development and resilience either directly or through matrix management, while identifying and implementing process improvements to optimise category management operations Profile Experience of procurement in the technology category, with a track record of managing contract performance, delivering excellent customer satisfaction and value for money Strong commercial acumen with the ability to assess large data sets and make informed decisions in a complex commercial environment Experience of supplier and/or customer relationship management - specifically within the technology sector Proactively and collaboratively motivate, influence, and persuade diverse internal and external stakeholders across all seniority levels, advising and driving optimal commercial outcomes. Ability to problem solve and identify continuous improvement opportunities that ensures the category/organisation operates with maximum effectiveness We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process: Working Together Communicating and Influencing Delivering at Pace Managing a Quality Service We'll assess you against these technical skills during the selection process: Contract and supplier management Job Offer Salary 48,027 Civil Service Pension with an employer contribution of 28.97% A discretionary non-contractual performance related bonus Working remotely in addition to working in advertised office location Flexi time scheme Minimum 25 days annual leave to a maximum service related 30 days excluding bank holidays For more information, please find the link below to the advert on civil service jobs - (url removed)> Apply before 11:55pm on Tuesday 9th June 2026
Business Administration Apprentice - Legacy Operations £ 24,785 plus benefits Reports to: Senior Legacy Operations Manager Directorate: Marketing, Fundraising & Engagement Contract: Permanent Hours: Full time 35 hours per week Location: Stratford, London Office-based with flexibility (2-3 days per week in the office) Closing date: 7th June :55. Please let us know if there is anything about the recruitment process that you would like to discuss, in particular if there are any changes or adjustments that would make it easier for you to apply. Please contact or as soon as possible. Visa sponsorship: You must be eligible to work in the UK to apply for this vacancy. Cancer Research UK is not able to offer visa sponsorship. Recruitment process: Competency based interview with data entry test in Stratford head office Interview date: 16th, 18th and 23rd June At Cancer Research UK, we exist to beat cancer. We're looking for an inspiring Business Administration Apprentice for an apprenticeship programme to develop a broad business administration skill set and working knowledge of legacy giving products and processes; management of digital data; communication and collaboration techniques; legal frameworks and organisational structures. In this role you will proactively use the charity's learning and development programme to develop desired core operational and administration skills. Work collaboratively across the various legacy product teams to support the delivery of the wider team. For the apprenticeship you will undertake periods of protected learning (20% of time) to prepare for and meet apprenticeship standard requirements and end point assessment. What will I be doing? The below shared responsibilities are undertaken on a regular rota: Distribution and scanning of daily incoming post to relevant staff members. Creating and allocating new Legacy cases to the Legacy Case Management Team. Creating new solicitor records on the website and CRM system and informing the Finance Team. Inputting income data (cheques and bank transfers). Accurate data entry for all of Cancer Research UK's Will-writing services onto the relevant systems within agreed SLA's, resolving any inaccuracies with the relevant stakeholder. Create records for new legacy cases via the electronic Legacy notification system (currently Smee & Ford). Maintaining the Legacies asset register for all CRUK supplied equipment. Respond to queries from all Legacy audiences, via email and telephone. Maintain data quality - merging records and other data processing tasks as required (First Class and Siebel). Monitor and assign incoming complaints from the central Complaints Team to relevant legacy staff and providing regular reports. Raising Purchase Orders and raising invoices when required Build and maintain excellent knowledge of Cancer Research UK's Will-Writing Services, the Case Management Team and associated systems and processes Establish a working knowledge of all other areas across Legacies What are we looking for? Confident user of Microsoft Office packages. Confident written and verbal communication skills. Well organised with the ability to manage and prioritise work and meet deadlines. Strong attention to detail and data accuracy Demonstrates analytical and problem-solving skills. Able to work effectively and flexibly as part of a team and autonomously. Can interact effectively at all levels, with a wide range of colleagues. Able to shadow colleagues and take in information. Our organisation values are designed to guide all that we do. Bold: Act with ambition, courage and determination Credible: Act with rigour and professionalism Human : Act to have a positive impact on people Together: Act inclusively and collaboratively We're looking for people who can believe in and embody these organisation values and can use them to drive forward progress against our mission to beat cancer. If you're interested in applying and excited about working with us but are unsure if you have the right skills and experience we'd still love to hear from you. Eligibility criteria Internal candidates should ideally have completed their 6-month 'getting started' period before applying for other roles. You should also advise your current line manager at the point you make an internal application, or at the latest, at the point of being invited for an interview. All internal candidates applying for a secondment, must have: completed their getting started period discussed their intention to apply and gained approval to apply with their line manager been in their substantive (home) role for at least 6 months (this is only applicable if you have previously been on secondment) If you do not confirm that you meet these requirements, we will not be able to progress your application. For information about internal learning and development at Cancer Research UK please visit Fuse. What will I gain? We create a working environment that supports your wellbeing and provide a generous benefits package, a wide range of career and personal development opportunities and high-quality tools. Our policies and processes enable you to improve your work-life balance, take positive steps in your career and achieve your personal wellbeing goals. You can explore our benefits by visiting our careers web page. How do I apply? We operate an anonymised shortlisting process in our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion. CVs are required for all applications; but we won't be able to view them until we invite you for an interview. Instead, we ask you to complete the work history section of the online application form for us to be able to assess you fairly and objectively. For more information on this career opportunity please visit our website or contact us. For more updates on our work and careers, follow us on: Linked In, Facebook, Instagram, X and YouTube.
May 28, 2026
Full time
Business Administration Apprentice - Legacy Operations £ 24,785 plus benefits Reports to: Senior Legacy Operations Manager Directorate: Marketing, Fundraising & Engagement Contract: Permanent Hours: Full time 35 hours per week Location: Stratford, London Office-based with flexibility (2-3 days per week in the office) Closing date: 7th June :55. Please let us know if there is anything about the recruitment process that you would like to discuss, in particular if there are any changes or adjustments that would make it easier for you to apply. Please contact or as soon as possible. Visa sponsorship: You must be eligible to work in the UK to apply for this vacancy. Cancer Research UK is not able to offer visa sponsorship. Recruitment process: Competency based interview with data entry test in Stratford head office Interview date: 16th, 18th and 23rd June At Cancer Research UK, we exist to beat cancer. We're looking for an inspiring Business Administration Apprentice for an apprenticeship programme to develop a broad business administration skill set and working knowledge of legacy giving products and processes; management of digital data; communication and collaboration techniques; legal frameworks and organisational structures. In this role you will proactively use the charity's learning and development programme to develop desired core operational and administration skills. Work collaboratively across the various legacy product teams to support the delivery of the wider team. For the apprenticeship you will undertake periods of protected learning (20% of time) to prepare for and meet apprenticeship standard requirements and end point assessment. What will I be doing? The below shared responsibilities are undertaken on a regular rota: Distribution and scanning of daily incoming post to relevant staff members. Creating and allocating new Legacy cases to the Legacy Case Management Team. Creating new solicitor records on the website and CRM system and informing the Finance Team. Inputting income data (cheques and bank transfers). Accurate data entry for all of Cancer Research UK's Will-writing services onto the relevant systems within agreed SLA's, resolving any inaccuracies with the relevant stakeholder. Create records for new legacy cases via the electronic Legacy notification system (currently Smee & Ford). Maintaining the Legacies asset register for all CRUK supplied equipment. Respond to queries from all Legacy audiences, via email and telephone. Maintain data quality - merging records and other data processing tasks as required (First Class and Siebel). Monitor and assign incoming complaints from the central Complaints Team to relevant legacy staff and providing regular reports. Raising Purchase Orders and raising invoices when required Build and maintain excellent knowledge of Cancer Research UK's Will-Writing Services, the Case Management Team and associated systems and processes Establish a working knowledge of all other areas across Legacies What are we looking for? Confident user of Microsoft Office packages. Confident written and verbal communication skills. Well organised with the ability to manage and prioritise work and meet deadlines. Strong attention to detail and data accuracy Demonstrates analytical and problem-solving skills. Able to work effectively and flexibly as part of a team and autonomously. Can interact effectively at all levels, with a wide range of colleagues. Able to shadow colleagues and take in information. Our organisation values are designed to guide all that we do. Bold: Act with ambition, courage and determination Credible: Act with rigour and professionalism Human : Act to have a positive impact on people Together: Act inclusively and collaboratively We're looking for people who can believe in and embody these organisation values and can use them to drive forward progress against our mission to beat cancer. If you're interested in applying and excited about working with us but are unsure if you have the right skills and experience we'd still love to hear from you. Eligibility criteria Internal candidates should ideally have completed their 6-month 'getting started' period before applying for other roles. You should also advise your current line manager at the point you make an internal application, or at the latest, at the point of being invited for an interview. All internal candidates applying for a secondment, must have: completed their getting started period discussed their intention to apply and gained approval to apply with their line manager been in their substantive (home) role for at least 6 months (this is only applicable if you have previously been on secondment) If you do not confirm that you meet these requirements, we will not be able to progress your application. For information about internal learning and development at Cancer Research UK please visit Fuse. What will I gain? We create a working environment that supports your wellbeing and provide a generous benefits package, a wide range of career and personal development opportunities and high-quality tools. Our policies and processes enable you to improve your work-life balance, take positive steps in your career and achieve your personal wellbeing goals. You can explore our benefits by visiting our careers web page. How do I apply? We operate an anonymised shortlisting process in our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion. CVs are required for all applications; but we won't be able to view them until we invite you for an interview. Instead, we ask you to complete the work history section of the online application form for us to be able to assess you fairly and objectively. For more information on this career opportunity please visit our website or contact us. For more updates on our work and careers, follow us on: Linked In, Facebook, Instagram, X and YouTube.
2nd Line IT Service Desk Engineer Overview of the Role Our client is recruiting for a Dedicated 2nd Line IT Service Desk Engineer to support one of their market leading, innovative customers. You will be based at their head office in Whiteley and sit with their knowledgeable Service Desk who will fully support you in your day to day. You will be utilising your excellent and prompt customer support skills and will represent our client in a professional and courteous manner over the phone, email and face to face. This role does have an on-call expectation which is once every 5/6 weeks. Who is our client? Our client is a fast-growing technology company based in Whiteley, located on the outskirts of Fareham. They are an award-winning Managed Service Provider servicing the UK and Europe. They have a strong team ethos which has enabled them to deliver exceptional service to their clients for over 25 years. When you join them, you will be part of their forward-thinking team, where you will be supported by not only your manager and the leadership team but your colleagues as well. They will give you everything you will need to develop your career with them. Benefits of working for our client: A competitive salary. Training opportunities set out with a clear training structure. Progressive working environment with access to voice your opinions to decision makers. 25 days holiday plus bank holidays. Birthday day. Flexi Health plan cover. IT Purchasing Scheme. Company Pension. A brilliant breakout room which provides a free breakfast and a pool table. Duties and Responsibilities of our client s Dedicated 2nd Line IT Service Desk Engineer: To provide excellent customer care and support through efficient and organised ticket management. Providing first response fixes to customers via the phone, face to face, or email. Providing resolution to incidents, requests, and appropriately escalating all others. Ticket triage assessing ticket priorities and escalating when required. Liaising with third parties and customers with regards to incident resolution and requests. Handling customer requests and escalate according to company procedures. Manage work queues and prioritise events, ensuring compliance with SLAs. Assist the service desk team leader in managing their service desk in such a way as to deliver excellent customer service. Work efficiently and productively to achieve and exceed SLAs and KPIs. Your Previous Experience: Experience with how an ITIL service desk runs. Active Directory configuration and administration. An understanding of Group Policy. General networking skills. An understanding of DNS. Good understanding of Office 365. Good understanding of Microsoft Azure. An understanding of Microsoft Intune. Essential Skills: Excellent communication skills. Organisational skills. Results driven with a proven track record of achieving. Team player. Self-motivated and proactive. Ability to be resilient and to work under pressure.
May 28, 2026
Full time
2nd Line IT Service Desk Engineer Overview of the Role Our client is recruiting for a Dedicated 2nd Line IT Service Desk Engineer to support one of their market leading, innovative customers. You will be based at their head office in Whiteley and sit with their knowledgeable Service Desk who will fully support you in your day to day. You will be utilising your excellent and prompt customer support skills and will represent our client in a professional and courteous manner over the phone, email and face to face. This role does have an on-call expectation which is once every 5/6 weeks. Who is our client? Our client is a fast-growing technology company based in Whiteley, located on the outskirts of Fareham. They are an award-winning Managed Service Provider servicing the UK and Europe. They have a strong team ethos which has enabled them to deliver exceptional service to their clients for over 25 years. When you join them, you will be part of their forward-thinking team, where you will be supported by not only your manager and the leadership team but your colleagues as well. They will give you everything you will need to develop your career with them. Benefits of working for our client: A competitive salary. Training opportunities set out with a clear training structure. Progressive working environment with access to voice your opinions to decision makers. 25 days holiday plus bank holidays. Birthday day. Flexi Health plan cover. IT Purchasing Scheme. Company Pension. A brilliant breakout room which provides a free breakfast and a pool table. Duties and Responsibilities of our client s Dedicated 2nd Line IT Service Desk Engineer: To provide excellent customer care and support through efficient and organised ticket management. Providing first response fixes to customers via the phone, face to face, or email. Providing resolution to incidents, requests, and appropriately escalating all others. Ticket triage assessing ticket priorities and escalating when required. Liaising with third parties and customers with regards to incident resolution and requests. Handling customer requests and escalate according to company procedures. Manage work queues and prioritise events, ensuring compliance with SLAs. Assist the service desk team leader in managing their service desk in such a way as to deliver excellent customer service. Work efficiently and productively to achieve and exceed SLAs and KPIs. Your Previous Experience: Experience with how an ITIL service desk runs. Active Directory configuration and administration. An understanding of Group Policy. General networking skills. An understanding of DNS. Good understanding of Office 365. Good understanding of Microsoft Azure. An understanding of Microsoft Intune. Essential Skills: Excellent communication skills. Organisational skills. Results driven with a proven track record of achieving. Team player. Self-motivated and proactive. Ability to be resilient and to work under pressure.
Join our team at the Guardian and be a part of a diverse and inclusive global organisation that delivers fearless, investigative journalism, and holds power to account. Our team of award-winning journalists, cutting-edge commercial professionals, and industry-leading digital experts are committed to making a difference and represent a wide range of backgrounds and perspectives. We offer a challenging and exciting environment for career development, with a focus on training, growth and fostering an inclusive culture. We are now looking for an Integrated Marketing Director to join our Advertising team for a 12-month fixed term contract. You will ensure that the Guardian is a trusted tier one partner for business-critical clients and we are able to leverage these relationships to develop meaningful long term partnerships. You will drive brand growth, audience engagement, and commercial impact by uniting creative storytelling, data insights and multi- platform activation. You will be the conduit between the editorial team and the commercial team. About the role: Build a cross-platform commercial product offering that works to give clients and advertisers unique access to our global audience Lead the planning and execution of multi-platform campaigns (video, social, influencer, experiential, live, content partnerships) Lead strategic conversations that enable us to deliver best-in-class partnerships that deliver innovation and campaign excellence Craft market-leading pitches that fit the client or agency brief to obtain new or repeat business opportunities About you: Experience selling the sale of multi-platform content-based partnerships that meet a client's objectives Experience leading a team to deliver integrated brand partnerships Clear experience of innovation and building commercial packages that work to effectively reach audiences on social Demonstrable expertise in understanding a brief and developing the right integrated proposal as a response Proven contacts within the industry, excellent negotiation skills Ideally you will have experience of sales at a social first/video media owner We actively encourage applications from groups traditionally underrepresented in the UK media We operate in a hybrid environment working 3 days a week from our offices in Kings Cross and 2 days a week remotely. We value and respect all differences (seen and unseen) in all people. We aspire to have inclusive working experiences and an environment that reflects the audience we serve, where our people have equal access to career development opportunities, their voices are heard and can contribute to our future. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. Many of our staff work flexibly and we will consider all requests for flexible working arrangements. How to apply To apply, please upload your latest CV and a cover letter which outlines why you'd love to take on this role, and why you're a great match for what we're looking for. We appreciate the time taken to prepare each application we receive. We do not use AI-assisted technology to review applications; every application is reviewed by a member of our recruitment team. The closing date for applications is 6pm, Wednesday 10th June 2026. All roles at the Guardian are open for everybody to apply. It is important to us that you feel supported and comfortable throughout your recruitment process, in order to perform your best. Please let us know if there are any changes we could make to help your application, this includes providing documents in accessible formats or personalising the process to better support your needs. Please contact Karen on to discuss further so we can work with you to support you through your application. Benefits at the Guardian You'll have 30 days of annual leave per year (plus bank holidays) with the option to purchase an additional 5 days. Our pension scheme is generous; if you contribute 5% then we will contribute 8-12% (depending on your age). We believe in giving back, which is why employees are given 2 volunteering days annually and the option of payroll giving. Season ticket loans are also available. You are entitled to private healthcare, life cover, income protection, and eye tests. You can also opt in to dental insurance. We have enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and shared parental leave policies in place. We also support our employees by offering an IVF, menopause, baby loss, and trans equality policy. Culture and wellbeing We want everyone to feel like they belong at the Guardian and we champion diversity of thought. Our various employee forums provide a platform to use their voice to foster an inclusive workplace. We became the first major media organisation to achieve B Corp status. We offer tools to help you prioritise your wellbeing including access to our employee benefits platform which provides tailored support for health and wellbeing. In addition, we also offer free yoga and Pilates classes. These run alongside our corporate gym membership and cycle to work scheme. Our canteen has views overlooking the Regents Canal and caters for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Learning and development We encourage personal and professional growth. Employees have access to a broad range of tools and solutions, and we are happy to support the pursuit of professional qualifications through vocational courses and apprenticeships. We value honesty in your application. AI generated content must not be presented as your own work. Please review our guidance on the use of AI in your application here
May 28, 2026
Full time
Join our team at the Guardian and be a part of a diverse and inclusive global organisation that delivers fearless, investigative journalism, and holds power to account. Our team of award-winning journalists, cutting-edge commercial professionals, and industry-leading digital experts are committed to making a difference and represent a wide range of backgrounds and perspectives. We offer a challenging and exciting environment for career development, with a focus on training, growth and fostering an inclusive culture. We are now looking for an Integrated Marketing Director to join our Advertising team for a 12-month fixed term contract. You will ensure that the Guardian is a trusted tier one partner for business-critical clients and we are able to leverage these relationships to develop meaningful long term partnerships. You will drive brand growth, audience engagement, and commercial impact by uniting creative storytelling, data insights and multi- platform activation. You will be the conduit between the editorial team and the commercial team. About the role: Build a cross-platform commercial product offering that works to give clients and advertisers unique access to our global audience Lead the planning and execution of multi-platform campaigns (video, social, influencer, experiential, live, content partnerships) Lead strategic conversations that enable us to deliver best-in-class partnerships that deliver innovation and campaign excellence Craft market-leading pitches that fit the client or agency brief to obtain new or repeat business opportunities About you: Experience selling the sale of multi-platform content-based partnerships that meet a client's objectives Experience leading a team to deliver integrated brand partnerships Clear experience of innovation and building commercial packages that work to effectively reach audiences on social Demonstrable expertise in understanding a brief and developing the right integrated proposal as a response Proven contacts within the industry, excellent negotiation skills Ideally you will have experience of sales at a social first/video media owner We actively encourage applications from groups traditionally underrepresented in the UK media We operate in a hybrid environment working 3 days a week from our offices in Kings Cross and 2 days a week remotely. We value and respect all differences (seen and unseen) in all people. We aspire to have inclusive working experiences and an environment that reflects the audience we serve, where our people have equal access to career development opportunities, their voices are heard and can contribute to our future. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. Many of our staff work flexibly and we will consider all requests for flexible working arrangements. How to apply To apply, please upload your latest CV and a cover letter which outlines why you'd love to take on this role, and why you're a great match for what we're looking for. We appreciate the time taken to prepare each application we receive. We do not use AI-assisted technology to review applications; every application is reviewed by a member of our recruitment team. The closing date for applications is 6pm, Wednesday 10th June 2026. All roles at the Guardian are open for everybody to apply. It is important to us that you feel supported and comfortable throughout your recruitment process, in order to perform your best. Please let us know if there are any changes we could make to help your application, this includes providing documents in accessible formats or personalising the process to better support your needs. Please contact Karen on to discuss further so we can work with you to support you through your application. Benefits at the Guardian You'll have 30 days of annual leave per year (plus bank holidays) with the option to purchase an additional 5 days. Our pension scheme is generous; if you contribute 5% then we will contribute 8-12% (depending on your age). We believe in giving back, which is why employees are given 2 volunteering days annually and the option of payroll giving. Season ticket loans are also available. You are entitled to private healthcare, life cover, income protection, and eye tests. You can also opt in to dental insurance. We have enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and shared parental leave policies in place. We also support our employees by offering an IVF, menopause, baby loss, and trans equality policy. Culture and wellbeing We want everyone to feel like they belong at the Guardian and we champion diversity of thought. Our various employee forums provide a platform to use their voice to foster an inclusive workplace. We became the first major media organisation to achieve B Corp status. We offer tools to help you prioritise your wellbeing including access to our employee benefits platform which provides tailored support for health and wellbeing. In addition, we also offer free yoga and Pilates classes. These run alongside our corporate gym membership and cycle to work scheme. Our canteen has views overlooking the Regents Canal and caters for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Learning and development We encourage personal and professional growth. Employees have access to a broad range of tools and solutions, and we are happy to support the pursuit of professional qualifications through vocational courses and apprenticeships. We value honesty in your application. AI generated content must not be presented as your own work. Please review our guidance on the use of AI in your application here
Chief Financial Officer, UKRI Contract Term: This is a permanent, open-ended position. Location: London or Swindon. Please note, this role includes regular travel to sites across the UK and international travel on occasion Direct Reports: The postholder will have line management responsibility for 7 direct reports which includes roles such as Chief Information Officer, Finance Director and General Counsel & Head of Legal. Availability: Successful candidates will be encouraged to take up their appointment as soon as possible, following the successful completion of pre-appointment checks and security clearance. Security Level: The successful candidate must hold, or be willing to undergo, Developed Vetting (DV) security clearance. Please note that UKRI reserves the right to initiate or repeat security screening as required during the course of employment. Closing Date: 23:55 on Sunday 7th June 2026. About UKRI Launched in 2018, UKRI is an independent, non-departmental public body, which invests £10 billion per annum in research and innovation. We bring together nine executive council partners (the seven Research Councils plus Innovate UK and Research England) with a shared vision to ensure the UK maintains its world-leading position in research and innovation. UKRI also provides coordinated strategic advice to the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology on the balance of funding between research disciplines. Our mission is to "advance knowledge, improve lives and drive growth". There is great intent in these seven words. The three parts of this mission are all equally important. Any knowledge-driven economy must support curiosity-driven research to provide the novel ideas that underpin the application of research, which ultimately leads to innovative companies that deliver the products and services which change our lives. UKRI is at its best when we deliver mutual symbiosis between these three parts. We employ around 9,000 staff who support some of the world's most exciting and challenging research projects. We develop and operate some of the most remarkable scientific facilities in the world and work collaboratively with industry, academia and government in exciting partnerships. We are pushing the frontiers of human knowledge through blue sky research and delivering benefits for UK society and the economy through world-class research and business-led innovation. UKRI invests in research and innovation across all disciplines, from curiosity-driven research to business-led innovation. Our activities include: Funding excellent research and innovation across universities, research institutes, businesses and public sector bodies Supporting skills and talent, from doctoral training to leadership in academia, industry and the public sector Building and sustaining national research infrastructure, including major facilities, data capabilities and digital platforms Driving place-based growth, supporting clusters and strengthening local innovation ecosystems across the UK Convening and connecting partners across government, academia, industry and international systems to tackle complex challenges such as climate change, health, security and productivity About the Role The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) is a senior strategic leader and principal adviser to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and Board. As a principal decision-maker, the CFO provides organisation-wide leadership across the following UKRI functions: finance legal digital and data risk and assurance. Alongside the CEO, the CFO is an executive member of the UKRI board. The CFO is responsible for ensuring the organisation manages public money with strong governance, effective stewardship of public funds, and the highest standards of financial management, assurance and control. They should provide strategic leadership on all aspects of public sector finance. They must ensure that financial decisions are robust, evidence based, and aligned with government priorities and the organisation's statutory responsibilities. The CFO leads the organisation's engagement with Spending Reviews and wider fiscal planning, ensuring that: resources are clearly linked to outcome financial forecasts are credible and sustainable the organisation can demonstrate strong financial management to ministers, the sponsoring department, HM Treasury, and other stakeholders. Working in close partnership with the CEO, the CFO plays a central role in shaping and delivering UKRI's long-term strategic vision. The role requires a deep understanding of the political, economic and societal context in which UKRI operates, translating external drivers and risks into clear strategic priorities and operational plans. The CFO also manages a number of senior leaders across UKRI, building organisational capability and resilience. Externally, the CFO will build confidence and engage at the highest levels of Government, industry, academia and with international partners The CFO will be a member of the Executive Committee and the UKRI Board. They will: lead a directorate of approximately 800 people through 7 direct reports manage a direct annual budget of £40 million carry overarching responsibility for managing finance and commercials across the UK Research & Innovation portfolio worth £10Bn. The CFO will establish and maintain a legally robust, risk-based governance and control framework that supports confident decision-making and delivery. They will lead engagement with the Government Internal Audit Agency and the Audit Committee, providing clear assurance to the Accounting Officer and Board on the effectiveness of governance, risk management and internal control. They will also serve as a non-executive director on UKRI spin-out company boards where required, offering governance, challenge and commercial insight to support growth and protect public value. They will also oversee other professional services within UKRI, to be discussed with the successful candidate. Key Responsibilities: Providing strategic leadership across UKRI, working closely with the CEO and executive colleagues to shape organisational direction and ensure UKRI's interests are effectively represented to internal and external stakeholders, including senior government officials, industry leaders, and international partners Guiding the development and execution of UKRI's long-term strategy, exercising sound judgement in balancing DSIT objectives, financial constraints, and emerging national opportunities to position UKRI as a world-leading research and innovation organisation Overseeing day-to-day executive operations as a core member of the Executive Committee, with direct accountability for finance, digital, data, risk and legal, across UKRI's entire portfolio Representing the CEO and UKRI at high-level engagements, deploying strong influencing skills to build trust with industry, and steward key relationships at central and local government levels, as well as with major customers, strategic partners and corporate service providers Providing executive leadership over strategic partnerships, enabling UKRI and UK companies to access critical technologies and capabilities that support national priorities and global competitiveness Serving as a non-executive director on UKRI spin-out boards as required, bringing strong governance, commercial insight, and independent judgement to high-growth ventures Providing robust budget stewardship to ensure UKRI makes full and effective use of its grant in aid in delivering its organisational objectives. To find out more about the role please click 'apply' to visit out careers site. Your Skills and Experience UKRI wishes to attract the highest calibre of candidates with the appropriate standing for this role. The successful candidate will be able to command confidence and represent the organisation with its many stakeholders at the highest level, being able to demonstrate the following: Essential Criteria: Proven experience leading and developing diverse, high-performing teams, with the ability to set direction, delegate effectively, and deliver results through others Extensive experience holding enterprise-wide responsibility for financial probity, governance, and the effective delivery of financial outcomes within a large, complex organisation. Strong understanding of the drivers of UK economic growth, including wider policy, sectoral, and market trends that shape national research and innovation priorities Exceptional relationship-building and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to establish credibility quickly and build productive partnerships with industry, central and local government, universities, and other external institutions Highly effective communicator and influencer, able to operate confidently at Board and senior Government levels, challenge constructively, and shape decision-making in complex, multi-stakeholder environments Strong personal resilience and sound judgement, with the ability to make decisions under pressure, manage differing viewpoints, and maintain focus on organisational priorities Demonstrated commitment to personal growth, organisational learning, and continuous improvement . click apply for full job details
May 28, 2026
Full time
Chief Financial Officer, UKRI Contract Term: This is a permanent, open-ended position. Location: London or Swindon. Please note, this role includes regular travel to sites across the UK and international travel on occasion Direct Reports: The postholder will have line management responsibility for 7 direct reports which includes roles such as Chief Information Officer, Finance Director and General Counsel & Head of Legal. Availability: Successful candidates will be encouraged to take up their appointment as soon as possible, following the successful completion of pre-appointment checks and security clearance. Security Level: The successful candidate must hold, or be willing to undergo, Developed Vetting (DV) security clearance. Please note that UKRI reserves the right to initiate or repeat security screening as required during the course of employment. Closing Date: 23:55 on Sunday 7th June 2026. About UKRI Launched in 2018, UKRI is an independent, non-departmental public body, which invests £10 billion per annum in research and innovation. We bring together nine executive council partners (the seven Research Councils plus Innovate UK and Research England) with a shared vision to ensure the UK maintains its world-leading position in research and innovation. UKRI also provides coordinated strategic advice to the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology on the balance of funding between research disciplines. Our mission is to "advance knowledge, improve lives and drive growth". There is great intent in these seven words. The three parts of this mission are all equally important. Any knowledge-driven economy must support curiosity-driven research to provide the novel ideas that underpin the application of research, which ultimately leads to innovative companies that deliver the products and services which change our lives. UKRI is at its best when we deliver mutual symbiosis between these three parts. We employ around 9,000 staff who support some of the world's most exciting and challenging research projects. We develop and operate some of the most remarkable scientific facilities in the world and work collaboratively with industry, academia and government in exciting partnerships. We are pushing the frontiers of human knowledge through blue sky research and delivering benefits for UK society and the economy through world-class research and business-led innovation. UKRI invests in research and innovation across all disciplines, from curiosity-driven research to business-led innovation. Our activities include: Funding excellent research and innovation across universities, research institutes, businesses and public sector bodies Supporting skills and talent, from doctoral training to leadership in academia, industry and the public sector Building and sustaining national research infrastructure, including major facilities, data capabilities and digital platforms Driving place-based growth, supporting clusters and strengthening local innovation ecosystems across the UK Convening and connecting partners across government, academia, industry and international systems to tackle complex challenges such as climate change, health, security and productivity About the Role The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) is a senior strategic leader and principal adviser to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and Board. As a principal decision-maker, the CFO provides organisation-wide leadership across the following UKRI functions: finance legal digital and data risk and assurance. Alongside the CEO, the CFO is an executive member of the UKRI board. The CFO is responsible for ensuring the organisation manages public money with strong governance, effective stewardship of public funds, and the highest standards of financial management, assurance and control. They should provide strategic leadership on all aspects of public sector finance. They must ensure that financial decisions are robust, evidence based, and aligned with government priorities and the organisation's statutory responsibilities. The CFO leads the organisation's engagement with Spending Reviews and wider fiscal planning, ensuring that: resources are clearly linked to outcome financial forecasts are credible and sustainable the organisation can demonstrate strong financial management to ministers, the sponsoring department, HM Treasury, and other stakeholders. Working in close partnership with the CEO, the CFO plays a central role in shaping and delivering UKRI's long-term strategic vision. The role requires a deep understanding of the political, economic and societal context in which UKRI operates, translating external drivers and risks into clear strategic priorities and operational plans. The CFO also manages a number of senior leaders across UKRI, building organisational capability and resilience. Externally, the CFO will build confidence and engage at the highest levels of Government, industry, academia and with international partners The CFO will be a member of the Executive Committee and the UKRI Board. They will: lead a directorate of approximately 800 people through 7 direct reports manage a direct annual budget of £40 million carry overarching responsibility for managing finance and commercials across the UK Research & Innovation portfolio worth £10Bn. The CFO will establish and maintain a legally robust, risk-based governance and control framework that supports confident decision-making and delivery. They will lead engagement with the Government Internal Audit Agency and the Audit Committee, providing clear assurance to the Accounting Officer and Board on the effectiveness of governance, risk management and internal control. They will also serve as a non-executive director on UKRI spin-out company boards where required, offering governance, challenge and commercial insight to support growth and protect public value. They will also oversee other professional services within UKRI, to be discussed with the successful candidate. Key Responsibilities: Providing strategic leadership across UKRI, working closely with the CEO and executive colleagues to shape organisational direction and ensure UKRI's interests are effectively represented to internal and external stakeholders, including senior government officials, industry leaders, and international partners Guiding the development and execution of UKRI's long-term strategy, exercising sound judgement in balancing DSIT objectives, financial constraints, and emerging national opportunities to position UKRI as a world-leading research and innovation organisation Overseeing day-to-day executive operations as a core member of the Executive Committee, with direct accountability for finance, digital, data, risk and legal, across UKRI's entire portfolio Representing the CEO and UKRI at high-level engagements, deploying strong influencing skills to build trust with industry, and steward key relationships at central and local government levels, as well as with major customers, strategic partners and corporate service providers Providing executive leadership over strategic partnerships, enabling UKRI and UK companies to access critical technologies and capabilities that support national priorities and global competitiveness Serving as a non-executive director on UKRI spin-out boards as required, bringing strong governance, commercial insight, and independent judgement to high-growth ventures Providing robust budget stewardship to ensure UKRI makes full and effective use of its grant in aid in delivering its organisational objectives. To find out more about the role please click 'apply' to visit out careers site. Your Skills and Experience UKRI wishes to attract the highest calibre of candidates with the appropriate standing for this role. The successful candidate will be able to command confidence and represent the organisation with its many stakeholders at the highest level, being able to demonstrate the following: Essential Criteria: Proven experience leading and developing diverse, high-performing teams, with the ability to set direction, delegate effectively, and deliver results through others Extensive experience holding enterprise-wide responsibility for financial probity, governance, and the effective delivery of financial outcomes within a large, complex organisation. Strong understanding of the drivers of UK economic growth, including wider policy, sectoral, and market trends that shape national research and innovation priorities Exceptional relationship-building and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to establish credibility quickly and build productive partnerships with industry, central and local government, universities, and other external institutions Highly effective communicator and influencer, able to operate confidently at Board and senior Government levels, challenge constructively, and shape decision-making in complex, multi-stakeholder environments Strong personal resilience and sound judgement, with the ability to make decisions under pressure, manage differing viewpoints, and maintain focus on organisational priorities Demonstrated commitment to personal growth, organisational learning, and continuous improvement . click apply for full job details
Are you a Social First Senior Creative looking to step up to a Junior Art Director/Art Director position within a Global Brand Activation agency Then you don t need to look any further! You will be working on-site with a well-known electronics brand and be part of a small but fast moving team! As well as creating concepts, you will be able to roll up your sleeves and do the do. Supported by the Creative Director, you will work from the brief through to delivery, coming up with ideas, building out executions and getting the campaigns into the right places! Hybrid working 3 Days on site with the client Responsibilities Brief-to-Concept Translation: Turn complex client briefs into clear, compelling creative and executable ideas! Multi-Format Concepting: Develop Native, engaging concepts tailored specifically for social, digital and film/video platforms. Hands-on-Execution: Bring ideas to life by writing scripts, building storyboards and designing high-quality, top-level social content. Cross-Team Collaboration: Work in close partnership with production, design and internal team members to ensure seamless project execution. Workplace Agility: Seamlessly switch between high-level strategic thinking and detail-oriented, tactical execution while maintaining momentum. Social Architecture: Develop platform-specific ideas that leverage current trends, algorithm behaviors, and platform-native best practices. Skills and Experience Experience working within a creative agency, with a strong portfolio of social first creative This is a must! A social platform thinker, with strong knowledge of culture and trends. Fantastic knowledge of social platform best practices. A strong interest in the AI landscape, with a good understanding of how this can benefit your work. Able to deliver sharp ideas and confident writing and articulating your thinking, shaping narratives and presenting your work. Can easily switch between high-level concepting and detailed execution. Demonstratable experience using design software such as Adobe Creative Suite. Able to drive innovation and turn concepts into reality. It s desirable to have created content for consumer technology brands.
May 28, 2026
Full time
Are you a Social First Senior Creative looking to step up to a Junior Art Director/Art Director position within a Global Brand Activation agency Then you don t need to look any further! You will be working on-site with a well-known electronics brand and be part of a small but fast moving team! As well as creating concepts, you will be able to roll up your sleeves and do the do. Supported by the Creative Director, you will work from the brief through to delivery, coming up with ideas, building out executions and getting the campaigns into the right places! Hybrid working 3 Days on site with the client Responsibilities Brief-to-Concept Translation: Turn complex client briefs into clear, compelling creative and executable ideas! Multi-Format Concepting: Develop Native, engaging concepts tailored specifically for social, digital and film/video platforms. Hands-on-Execution: Bring ideas to life by writing scripts, building storyboards and designing high-quality, top-level social content. Cross-Team Collaboration: Work in close partnership with production, design and internal team members to ensure seamless project execution. Workplace Agility: Seamlessly switch between high-level strategic thinking and detail-oriented, tactical execution while maintaining momentum. Social Architecture: Develop platform-specific ideas that leverage current trends, algorithm behaviors, and platform-native best practices. Skills and Experience Experience working within a creative agency, with a strong portfolio of social first creative This is a must! A social platform thinker, with strong knowledge of culture and trends. Fantastic knowledge of social platform best practices. A strong interest in the AI landscape, with a good understanding of how this can benefit your work. Able to deliver sharp ideas and confident writing and articulating your thinking, shaping narratives and presenting your work. Can easily switch between high-level concepting and detailed execution. Demonstratable experience using design software such as Adobe Creative Suite. Able to drive innovation and turn concepts into reality. It s desirable to have created content for consumer technology brands.
The Head of Marketing will develop and deliver the Group marketing strategy to drive revenue growth, lead generation and brand reputation. Client Details B2B manufacturer based in Kent. Description The Head of Marketing will have the following responsibilities: Own and deliver the product marketing strategy, aligning activity to sales targets and growth priorities Develop product positioning, messaging frameworks and value propositions for each product line, audience and channel Lead the UK go-to-market plan for new product launches, sales enablement and channel readiness Conduct market, customer and competitor research to identify opportunities Produce high-quality product content and sales enablement collateral (brochures, datasheets, case studies, video, demos) Plan and run integrated demand-generation campaigns across digital, CRM, paid media, SEO Define, track and report product marketing KPIs such as leads to opportunities, pipeline contribution and ROI Partner closely with Sales Director/Manager to convert marketing activity into pipeline and revenue Manage product content across the Group website and digital ecosystem to ensure accuracy, consistency and performance Build and protect the Group's brand reputation through proactive PR and media relations across trade, business and consumer titles Develop and own the content calendar; press releases, thought leadership, case studies, social media content Plan and deliver the Group's presence at exhibitions, trade shows and customer events Profile A successful Head of Marketing should have: Degree in Marketing, Business or a related discipline; CIM Diploma or equivalent professional qualification preferred Minimum 5 years' marketing experience in a B2B environment, ideally within construction products or industrial manufacturing Proven track record leading product launches and integrated marketing campaigns that delivered measurable pipeline and revenue Strong digital marketing skills across SEO, paid media, CRM, marketing automation and web content management Managing PR agencies, journalists and media relationships Strong commercial acumen, with the ability to set budgets, build business cases and report on ROI to senior stakeholders Full UK driving licence Job Offer c£60,000 Car allowance Additional benefits
May 28, 2026
Full time
The Head of Marketing will develop and deliver the Group marketing strategy to drive revenue growth, lead generation and brand reputation. Client Details B2B manufacturer based in Kent. Description The Head of Marketing will have the following responsibilities: Own and deliver the product marketing strategy, aligning activity to sales targets and growth priorities Develop product positioning, messaging frameworks and value propositions for each product line, audience and channel Lead the UK go-to-market plan for new product launches, sales enablement and channel readiness Conduct market, customer and competitor research to identify opportunities Produce high-quality product content and sales enablement collateral (brochures, datasheets, case studies, video, demos) Plan and run integrated demand-generation campaigns across digital, CRM, paid media, SEO Define, track and report product marketing KPIs such as leads to opportunities, pipeline contribution and ROI Partner closely with Sales Director/Manager to convert marketing activity into pipeline and revenue Manage product content across the Group website and digital ecosystem to ensure accuracy, consistency and performance Build and protect the Group's brand reputation through proactive PR and media relations across trade, business and consumer titles Develop and own the content calendar; press releases, thought leadership, case studies, social media content Plan and deliver the Group's presence at exhibitions, trade shows and customer events Profile A successful Head of Marketing should have: Degree in Marketing, Business or a related discipline; CIM Diploma or equivalent professional qualification preferred Minimum 5 years' marketing experience in a B2B environment, ideally within construction products or industrial manufacturing Proven track record leading product launches and integrated marketing campaigns that delivered measurable pipeline and revenue Strong digital marketing skills across SEO, paid media, CRM, marketing automation and web content management Managing PR agencies, journalists and media relationships Strong commercial acumen, with the ability to set budgets, build business cases and report on ROI to senior stakeholders Full UK driving licence Job Offer c£60,000 Car allowance Additional benefits
Are you a creative and inspiring educator with a passion for set design and scenic arts? Do you want to help shape the next generation of theatre-makers, designers, and creative professionals? The BRIT School is seeking an exceptional Teacher of Set Design to join our renowned Production Arts Department. This is an exciting opportunity to work within one of the UK's leading performing and creative arts schools, inspiring and developing talented young people in a vibrant, industry-focused environment. As part of our Production Arts team, you will deliver outstanding teaching and learning in Set Design, equipping students with the practical, technical, and creative skills required for further study and careers in the creative industries. You will teach across a range of projects, guiding students from initial concept through to full realisation in line with the school's production schedule. Your teaching will include specialist areas such as: Model box construction Technical drawing Scenic painting techniques Scenic design processes and realisation CAD design and application You will provide regular feedback, monitor student progress, and support learners in achieving their full artistic and academic potential. For those with relevant experience you may be considered for the Assistant Director Role in Production Arts. Details provided to successful candidate We welcome applications from Early Career Teachers (ECTs) and provide exceptional training and professional development opportunities to support your growth and skill enhancement. The BRIT School is a unique institution offering specialist education in the arts and related technologies, alongside the full range of National Curriculum subjects. Recently judged 'Outstanding' in all five categories by Ofsted The BRIT School is sponsored by the British Record Industry and has a unique relationship with the performing and creative arts industries. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce and welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and experiences. We believe that diversity enriches our community and enhances the education we provide. We are dedicated to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and able to thrive.
May 28, 2026
Full time
Are you a creative and inspiring educator with a passion for set design and scenic arts? Do you want to help shape the next generation of theatre-makers, designers, and creative professionals? The BRIT School is seeking an exceptional Teacher of Set Design to join our renowned Production Arts Department. This is an exciting opportunity to work within one of the UK's leading performing and creative arts schools, inspiring and developing talented young people in a vibrant, industry-focused environment. As part of our Production Arts team, you will deliver outstanding teaching and learning in Set Design, equipping students with the practical, technical, and creative skills required for further study and careers in the creative industries. You will teach across a range of projects, guiding students from initial concept through to full realisation in line with the school's production schedule. Your teaching will include specialist areas such as: Model box construction Technical drawing Scenic painting techniques Scenic design processes and realisation CAD design and application You will provide regular feedback, monitor student progress, and support learners in achieving their full artistic and academic potential. For those with relevant experience you may be considered for the Assistant Director Role in Production Arts. Details provided to successful candidate We welcome applications from Early Career Teachers (ECTs) and provide exceptional training and professional development opportunities to support your growth and skill enhancement. The BRIT School is a unique institution offering specialist education in the arts and related technologies, alongside the full range of National Curriculum subjects. Recently judged 'Outstanding' in all five categories by Ofsted The BRIT School is sponsored by the British Record Industry and has a unique relationship with the performing and creative arts industries. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce and welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and experiences. We believe that diversity enriches our community and enhances the education we provide. We are dedicated to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and able to thrive.
Ranson Barnes Recruitment are very pleased to be working with this well-established company, situated in a convenient and easily accessible location in the heart of Sheffield. This company is continually growing and streamlining their operations, and are now in need of a Sales Account Manager who has experience in new business / business development, to join the team. Reporting directly to the company s Sales Director, you will play a key role in cultivating and expanding relationships within commercial businesses across the UK. Key Responsibilities Identify and Develop New Business: Conduct market research, generate leads, and create action plans to uncover and qualify new business opportunities using CRM and marketing tools. Build and Maintain Client Relationships: Engage with prospects through follow-ups, effective communication, and tailored pitches to establish trust and credibility. Understand and Address Customer Needs: Use consultative selling techniques to identify client requirements and propose value-driven solutions. Manage and Grow Existing Accounts: Regularly assess and update account information, conduct client visits, and explore opportunities to expand and retain key accounts. Deliver Accurate and Timely Administration: Prepare proposals, maintain detailed CRM records, and follow internal procedures related to payments, discounts, and account setup. Represent Company Values: Act as a brand ambassador by consistently demonstrating professionalism and aligning with company values. Contribute to Team and Business Goals: Participate in team meetings and undertake additional duties as required to support business success. About You Driven & Proactive: Results-focused, takes initiative, motivated to succeed Strategic & Logical: Creative thinker who builds relationships and finds opportunities Positive & Resilient: Stays calm and optimistic under pressure Reliable & Productive: Consistently meets goals, punctual and dependable Respectful & Professional: Treats others well and follows company standards Open & Flexible: Embraces change, accepts feedback, works well with others Supportive Team Player: Encourages colleagues and helps team succeed Essential: 5 GCSEs (A C), IT skills, strong communication Preferred: Educated to Degree Level or equivalent Benefits £26,000 £28,000 basic salary Commissions paid monthly Free parking 33 Days holiday Company pension If you are interested in learning more about this opportunity, please get in touch or click apply now. Ranson Barnes Recruitment Ltd is an equal opportunities employer and is acting as an Employment Agency in this instance.
May 28, 2026
Full time
Ranson Barnes Recruitment are very pleased to be working with this well-established company, situated in a convenient and easily accessible location in the heart of Sheffield. This company is continually growing and streamlining their operations, and are now in need of a Sales Account Manager who has experience in new business / business development, to join the team. Reporting directly to the company s Sales Director, you will play a key role in cultivating and expanding relationships within commercial businesses across the UK. Key Responsibilities Identify and Develop New Business: Conduct market research, generate leads, and create action plans to uncover and qualify new business opportunities using CRM and marketing tools. Build and Maintain Client Relationships: Engage with prospects through follow-ups, effective communication, and tailored pitches to establish trust and credibility. Understand and Address Customer Needs: Use consultative selling techniques to identify client requirements and propose value-driven solutions. Manage and Grow Existing Accounts: Regularly assess and update account information, conduct client visits, and explore opportunities to expand and retain key accounts. Deliver Accurate and Timely Administration: Prepare proposals, maintain detailed CRM records, and follow internal procedures related to payments, discounts, and account setup. Represent Company Values: Act as a brand ambassador by consistently demonstrating professionalism and aligning with company values. Contribute to Team and Business Goals: Participate in team meetings and undertake additional duties as required to support business success. About You Driven & Proactive: Results-focused, takes initiative, motivated to succeed Strategic & Logical: Creative thinker who builds relationships and finds opportunities Positive & Resilient: Stays calm and optimistic under pressure Reliable & Productive: Consistently meets goals, punctual and dependable Respectful & Professional: Treats others well and follows company standards Open & Flexible: Embraces change, accepts feedback, works well with others Supportive Team Player: Encourages colleagues and helps team succeed Essential: 5 GCSEs (A C), IT skills, strong communication Preferred: Educated to Degree Level or equivalent Benefits £26,000 £28,000 basic salary Commissions paid monthly Free parking 33 Days holiday Company pension If you are interested in learning more about this opportunity, please get in touch or click apply now. Ranson Barnes Recruitment Ltd is an equal opportunities employer and is acting as an Employment Agency in this instance.
Job Title: Principal Pricing Analyst Locations : This can be a largely remote position with the occasion travel to the office closest to you. We have offices based in Manchester, Stoke, London and Peterborough. Role Overview Markerstudy Group are looking for a Principal Pricing Analyst to join a quickly growing and developing pricing department across a range of insurance lines. You will utilise your technical expertise, in-depth knowledge of insurance industry and market leading tools to produce creative and actionable pricing solutions. This role requires a large element of coaching team members and championing best practice across the department. Reporting to the our Associate Director, you will make use of WTW Radar and Emblem and you will have responsibility for the development and maintenance of predictive models (GLM) and price optimisation including machine learning algorithms (GBM), LTV (Lifetime Value) and fair pricing principles. Ultimately creating value for our customers. Bringing best in class pricing experience, you'll be expected to provide pricing proposals considering customer and commercial outcomes, communicating these in a compelling, impactful way to all levels of stakeholders to help us make the right decisions at the right times. You'll work on multiple priorities within a fast paced, dynamic environment. You'll need to be able to manage the expectations of stakeholders alongside prioritising your workload. As a Principal Pricing Analyst, you will use your advanced analytical skills to: Be a key stakeholder influencing the direction & outcome of projects Provide technical leadership on WTW toolkit (in particular Radar Optimiser) to drive forward effective and efficient solutions Provide thought leadership on optimisation and modelling concepts Research, develop and champion the use of best practice methods and standards and ensure they are embedded throughout the department Lead the development of the Groups pricing capability Query large databases to extract and manipulate data that is fit for purpose Oversee and assist in the development and implementation of the market leading methodologies you've identified Continuously evaluate methodologies, understanding how they fit into the wider piece, and identify where they can be improved Key Skills and Experience: Previous experience within general insurance pricing Experience with some of the following predictive modelling techniques; Logistic Regression, GBMs, Elastic Net GLMs, GAMs, Decision Trees, Random Forests, Neural Nets and Clustering Experience in statistical and data science programming languages (e.g. R, Python, PySpark, SAS, SQL) A quantitative degree (Mathematics, Statistics, Engineering, Physics, Computer Science, Actuarial Science) Experience of WTW's Radar software Proficient at communicating results in a concise manner both verbally and written About us Markerstudy Group is a major force in UK general insurance market, combining scale with innovation. Markerstudy Group have deep product and distribution reach through multiple brands and an experienced leadership foundation coordinating diverse and fast-evolving business units. The Group employs more than 6,000 people across the UK.
May 28, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Principal Pricing Analyst Locations : This can be a largely remote position with the occasion travel to the office closest to you. We have offices based in Manchester, Stoke, London and Peterborough. Role Overview Markerstudy Group are looking for a Principal Pricing Analyst to join a quickly growing and developing pricing department across a range of insurance lines. You will utilise your technical expertise, in-depth knowledge of insurance industry and market leading tools to produce creative and actionable pricing solutions. This role requires a large element of coaching team members and championing best practice across the department. Reporting to the our Associate Director, you will make use of WTW Radar and Emblem and you will have responsibility for the development and maintenance of predictive models (GLM) and price optimisation including machine learning algorithms (GBM), LTV (Lifetime Value) and fair pricing principles. Ultimately creating value for our customers. Bringing best in class pricing experience, you'll be expected to provide pricing proposals considering customer and commercial outcomes, communicating these in a compelling, impactful way to all levels of stakeholders to help us make the right decisions at the right times. You'll work on multiple priorities within a fast paced, dynamic environment. You'll need to be able to manage the expectations of stakeholders alongside prioritising your workload. As a Principal Pricing Analyst, you will use your advanced analytical skills to: Be a key stakeholder influencing the direction & outcome of projects Provide technical leadership on WTW toolkit (in particular Radar Optimiser) to drive forward effective and efficient solutions Provide thought leadership on optimisation and modelling concepts Research, develop and champion the use of best practice methods and standards and ensure they are embedded throughout the department Lead the development of the Groups pricing capability Query large databases to extract and manipulate data that is fit for purpose Oversee and assist in the development and implementation of the market leading methodologies you've identified Continuously evaluate methodologies, understanding how they fit into the wider piece, and identify where they can be improved Key Skills and Experience: Previous experience within general insurance pricing Experience with some of the following predictive modelling techniques; Logistic Regression, GBMs, Elastic Net GLMs, GAMs, Decision Trees, Random Forests, Neural Nets and Clustering Experience in statistical and data science programming languages (e.g. R, Python, PySpark, SAS, SQL) A quantitative degree (Mathematics, Statistics, Engineering, Physics, Computer Science, Actuarial Science) Experience of WTW's Radar software Proficient at communicating results in a concise manner both verbally and written About us Markerstudy Group is a major force in UK general insurance market, combining scale with innovation. Markerstudy Group have deep product and distribution reach through multiple brands and an experienced leadership foundation coordinating diverse and fast-evolving business units. The Group employs more than 6,000 people across the UK.
Job Description: Elements Kitchens Ltd Reading (Showroom & Site Based) Full-Time Employed OTE: £40,000 £60,000+ (uncapped) About us We re Elements Kitchens, a family-run business with over 30 years experience designing and delivering kitchens that balance British craftsmanship, German engineering, and fully bespoke solutions. We handle everything in-house, from the first conversation and design through to installation and final handover. As we continue to grow in the regional development space, we re looking for someone to help us build and strengthen our B2B relationships with housebuilders and developers. The role This isn t a sit in an office and wait for leads type of sales job. It s about getting out there, building real relationships, and becoming a trusted partner to developers and construction teams. You ll be: Finding and winning new business with regional developers from single luxury plots through to larger housing schemes. Building a strong pipeline of future projects by networking with developers, architects, and site teams across the South West. Developing long-term relationships so Elements becomes the go-to kitchen partner on repeat projects. Working through commercial negotiations, often alongside QS teams, to get pricing and specifications right. Managing the process from first enquiry through to handover to our design and project delivery teams. About you We re looking for someone who understands both sides of the table commercial deals and what actually happens on site. Ideally, you ll have: A solid track record in B2B sales, ideally within construction, housebuilding, interiors, or kitchens. Confidence in reading plans and understanding project specs and costs. Strong communication skills comfortable dealing with developers, site managers, and commercial directors. A proactive, driven approach with a genuine enjoyment of winning new business and building long-term relationships. Why join us You ll have access to a wide product range from high-end German kitchens to fully bespoke solutions so you can tailor proposals to almost any project. You re supported by an experienced design and project team, so you can focus on sales and relationships rather than installation logistics. We re an established business with 30 years behind us and a strong reputation in the industry. The earning potential is uncapped, with a clear commission structure that rewards bigger wins. Benefits: On-site parking Application question(s): Do you have any previous experience in a similar role? Education: A-Level or equivalent (preferred) Work Location: In person
May 28, 2026
Full time
Job Description: Elements Kitchens Ltd Reading (Showroom & Site Based) Full-Time Employed OTE: £40,000 £60,000+ (uncapped) About us We re Elements Kitchens, a family-run business with over 30 years experience designing and delivering kitchens that balance British craftsmanship, German engineering, and fully bespoke solutions. We handle everything in-house, from the first conversation and design through to installation and final handover. As we continue to grow in the regional development space, we re looking for someone to help us build and strengthen our B2B relationships with housebuilders and developers. The role This isn t a sit in an office and wait for leads type of sales job. It s about getting out there, building real relationships, and becoming a trusted partner to developers and construction teams. You ll be: Finding and winning new business with regional developers from single luxury plots through to larger housing schemes. Building a strong pipeline of future projects by networking with developers, architects, and site teams across the South West. Developing long-term relationships so Elements becomes the go-to kitchen partner on repeat projects. Working through commercial negotiations, often alongside QS teams, to get pricing and specifications right. Managing the process from first enquiry through to handover to our design and project delivery teams. About you We re looking for someone who understands both sides of the table commercial deals and what actually happens on site. Ideally, you ll have: A solid track record in B2B sales, ideally within construction, housebuilding, interiors, or kitchens. Confidence in reading plans and understanding project specs and costs. Strong communication skills comfortable dealing with developers, site managers, and commercial directors. A proactive, driven approach with a genuine enjoyment of winning new business and building long-term relationships. Why join us You ll have access to a wide product range from high-end German kitchens to fully bespoke solutions so you can tailor proposals to almost any project. You re supported by an experienced design and project team, so you can focus on sales and relationships rather than installation logistics. We re an established business with 30 years behind us and a strong reputation in the industry. The earning potential is uncapped, with a clear commission structure that rewards bigger wins. Benefits: On-site parking Application question(s): Do you have any previous experience in a similar role? Education: A-Level or equivalent (preferred) Work Location: In person
Lead Product Manager role at the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) in Swansea (hybrid working) Reference number - (phone number removed) 69,501 salary + excellent benefits including: Civil Service Pension with an employer contribution of 28.97% - DVLA contributes 20,134 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme 25 days annual leave (increases with service up to a maximum of 30 days annual leave), plus 8 bank holidays + a privilege day for the King's birthday A range of training courses to specialist skills workshops and opportunities to grow your expertise Flexible working options that encourage a great work-life balance A culture encouraging inclusion and diversity with a range of staff communities to support all our colleagues Digital communisations clear career frameworks On-site gym plus personal training available (membership applies) On-site nursery, restaurant and coffee bar Free parking Please view the Civil Service Jobs full advert for further details on the role via this URL - (url removed) Job description Within our ITS directorate, we are recruiting a Product Leader with responsibility for managing and leading a number of products within a product portfolio containing multiple individual products.As a Lead Product Manager, you will oversee a portfolio of digital products, manage cross-functional teams, and act as a key liaison between technical teams, stakeholders, and senior leadership.The Lead Product Manager role is a critical role in driving the development and maintenance of new and existing DVLA services during an exciting period of development. Key elements of this role: Managing a portfolio of products, providing leadership, direction and escalation, whilst also acting as product manager for the most complex areas Define and articulate a portfolio level product vision, roadmap, and strategy, aligning with organisational goals and government digital transformation objectives. Collaborate with internal business teams, senior leadership and external stakeholders to gather requirements, manage expectations, and ensure alignment. Drive agile and lean product development processes, ensuring timely delivery within scope, budget, and quality standards. Ensure operational running of the product, be involved in any ongoing incidents and support the prioritisation of the team in the resolution of the issues and defects vs ongoing change commitments. Setting strategy and managing resource allocation within product to support product development as well as operational management of the product. Define and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure product success and drive continuous improvement. Working closely with other Lead Product Managers to ensure synergy across the product organisation. Contribute to the DVLA product management capability to build and develop standards and guidance across the capability. Working closely with the Head of Product to provide leadership and direction within the product community. Being involved in hiring Senior Product Managers and managing any related contracts. Budgeting and forecasting across the product portfolio. Manage and mentor a team of product managers, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement. Lead Product Managers manage a complex portfolio of products at the heart of the delivery of DVLA change programmes.You will be responsible for line management, development and coaching of Senior Product managers, providing the escalation route through to the Head of Product and ensuring the consolidated delivery of technical change across multiple squads. You will set the vision and strategy of the technical outcomes, manage dependencies, and identify and manage priorities to ensure the successful delivery of the technical products based on introducing value within the products.You will need to have excellent communication skills and will engage with senior stakeholders at all levels to support the effective delivery of those products and services. You will own the development and continuous improvement of the product portfolio, turning the vision into reality. You will ensure the product vision is delivered in the most effective way, building something that is reusable and transformational. You will be responsible for balancing requirements within change initiatives across multiple programmes, continuous product improvements to ensure the product is maintained to DVLA standards, managing defects, technical debt and other improvements identified.You will work closely with Project and Portfolio Management teams to align any project plans of approved change initiatives with your roadmap for delivery. You will work closely and collaborate with service owners and other stakeholders across directorates to understand the aims, objectives and changes required by the services that will be facilitated and implemented by your product. Your responsibilities will include: Manage people and products at a strategic, technical, and working level Maintain the high-level roadmap at a portfolio level and ensuring all product within the portfolio have coherent road maps Be involved in a range of programme management activities relevant to their product portfolio Be involved in recruiting product managers at all levels and contractors Provide leadership in your portfolio and across the local product community, working closely with the head of product Open Session: Would you like to find out more about the role, the digital team and what it's like to work at DVLA? If so, we are organising a familiarisation session where you can virtually 'meet the team' on 27th May at 12pm. Contact details for applicants: Name: Victoria Scott DD: (phone number removed) T: (phone number removed) (Office) E: Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
May 28, 2026
Full time
Lead Product Manager role at the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) in Swansea (hybrid working) Reference number - (phone number removed) 69,501 salary + excellent benefits including: Civil Service Pension with an employer contribution of 28.97% - DVLA contributes 20,134 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme 25 days annual leave (increases with service up to a maximum of 30 days annual leave), plus 8 bank holidays + a privilege day for the King's birthday A range of training courses to specialist skills workshops and opportunities to grow your expertise Flexible working options that encourage a great work-life balance A culture encouraging inclusion and diversity with a range of staff communities to support all our colleagues Digital communisations clear career frameworks On-site gym plus personal training available (membership applies) On-site nursery, restaurant and coffee bar Free parking Please view the Civil Service Jobs full advert for further details on the role via this URL - (url removed) Job description Within our ITS directorate, we are recruiting a Product Leader with responsibility for managing and leading a number of products within a product portfolio containing multiple individual products.As a Lead Product Manager, you will oversee a portfolio of digital products, manage cross-functional teams, and act as a key liaison between technical teams, stakeholders, and senior leadership.The Lead Product Manager role is a critical role in driving the development and maintenance of new and existing DVLA services during an exciting period of development. Key elements of this role: Managing a portfolio of products, providing leadership, direction and escalation, whilst also acting as product manager for the most complex areas Define and articulate a portfolio level product vision, roadmap, and strategy, aligning with organisational goals and government digital transformation objectives. Collaborate with internal business teams, senior leadership and external stakeholders to gather requirements, manage expectations, and ensure alignment. Drive agile and lean product development processes, ensuring timely delivery within scope, budget, and quality standards. Ensure operational running of the product, be involved in any ongoing incidents and support the prioritisation of the team in the resolution of the issues and defects vs ongoing change commitments. Setting strategy and managing resource allocation within product to support product development as well as operational management of the product. Define and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure product success and drive continuous improvement. Working closely with other Lead Product Managers to ensure synergy across the product organisation. Contribute to the DVLA product management capability to build and develop standards and guidance across the capability. Working closely with the Head of Product to provide leadership and direction within the product community. Being involved in hiring Senior Product Managers and managing any related contracts. Budgeting and forecasting across the product portfolio. Manage and mentor a team of product managers, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement. Lead Product Managers manage a complex portfolio of products at the heart of the delivery of DVLA change programmes.You will be responsible for line management, development and coaching of Senior Product managers, providing the escalation route through to the Head of Product and ensuring the consolidated delivery of technical change across multiple squads. You will set the vision and strategy of the technical outcomes, manage dependencies, and identify and manage priorities to ensure the successful delivery of the technical products based on introducing value within the products.You will need to have excellent communication skills and will engage with senior stakeholders at all levels to support the effective delivery of those products and services. You will own the development and continuous improvement of the product portfolio, turning the vision into reality. You will ensure the product vision is delivered in the most effective way, building something that is reusable and transformational. You will be responsible for balancing requirements within change initiatives across multiple programmes, continuous product improvements to ensure the product is maintained to DVLA standards, managing defects, technical debt and other improvements identified.You will work closely with Project and Portfolio Management teams to align any project plans of approved change initiatives with your roadmap for delivery. You will work closely and collaborate with service owners and other stakeholders across directorates to understand the aims, objectives and changes required by the services that will be facilitated and implemented by your product. Your responsibilities will include: Manage people and products at a strategic, technical, and working level Maintain the high-level roadmap at a portfolio level and ensuring all product within the portfolio have coherent road maps Be involved in a range of programme management activities relevant to their product portfolio Be involved in recruiting product managers at all levels and contractors Provide leadership in your portfolio and across the local product community, working closely with the head of product Open Session: Would you like to find out more about the role, the digital team and what it's like to work at DVLA? If so, we are organising a familiarisation session where you can virtually 'meet the team' on 27th May at 12pm. Contact details for applicants: Name: Victoria Scott DD: (phone number removed) T: (phone number removed) (Office) E: Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
Digital PR Lead (EMEA) - Adidas Location: London (Hybrid - 3 days per week) Duration: Until end of calendar year Reporting: EU PR Director (based in Germany) Role Purpose & Overall Relevance As consumer discovery rapidly shifts toward AI-driven search experiences (LLMs such as ChatGPT, Gemini, Perplexity, and Claude), the way Adidas appears in earned/third-party sources is increasingly shaping brand preference and product consideration. This role develops and implements a Europe-wide Digital PR approach that improves Adidas's Generative Engine Optimisation (GEO) performance through earned and supported owned media, as well as maintaining and growing SEO visibility through local PR efforts. The role bridges a capability gap created by reduced local PR capacity in markets and ensures that Adidas product and brand information is surfaced accurately and prominently in AI-driven results and more traditional publishers. Top Day-to-Day Tasks Strategic Prioritisation: Working with the SEO team on Adidas calendar priorities. Market Support: Maintaining up-to-date publisher lists per market and category for Adidas market teams. Link Building: Finding linking opportunities within BAU PR. Stakeholder Management: Reporting to senior Adidas stakeholders on the impact of PR-GEO/SEO. Local Coordination: Supporting local country teams in Europe on getting links and earned media coverage from priority publishers. Toolkit Development: Working with Global Adidas category teams (e.g. Running, Football, Lifestyle) on refining/stress-testing GEO-minded PR toolkits and creating tools where relevant. Key Responsibilities Strategy Ownership: Own the Europe GEO / SEO Digital PR (earned & owned) strategy and plan for Adidas, from approach definition through to implementation roadmap. Market Leadership: Bridge the GEO performance gap to in Europe by identifying priority topics, franchises, and search/category areas where earned media can most impact Adidas AI-driven discovery. Publisher Influence: Build a publisher influence plan for LLM visibility, identifying media outlets, reviewers, listicle publishers, and communities influential in LLM sourcing for the sports and lifestyle sectors. Local Enablement: Guide and enable local Adidas PR teams across Europe with clear priorities, briefs, toolkits, and best practices. Product Seeding: Drive coordinated Adidas product seeding and editorial opportunities to increase inclusion in "best-of", comparison, and review content. Cross-Functional Alignment: Partner with SEO, Global PR, Publishing, and Analytics to ensure Adidas content is structured, credible, and easy for AI systems to read, trust, and cite. Content Direction: Influence content direction for platforms that shape Adidas discovery signals (e.g., YouTube, Reddit, creator ecosystems). Analytics: Define success through the creation of measurement and reporting frameworks, utilising tools such as Profound and Adobe Analytics. Requisite Education & Experience PR Expertise: Strong experience in PR, media relations and/or digital PR with an understanding of how earned media shapes search and discovery for a global consumer brand. Implementation: Demonstrated ability to create strategy and drive implementation across multiple stakeholders and markets. Digital Ecosystems: Strong understanding of digital publishing ecosystems (reviewers, listicles, creator platforms, community channels). Technical Knowledge: Understanding of the fundamentals of SEO and GEO and specifically how offsite factors like backlinks and citations drive visibility for Adidas in Google and LLMs. Analytical Mindset: Experience working with measurement teams and translating data into actions. Randstad Business Support is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
May 28, 2026
Contractor
Digital PR Lead (EMEA) - Adidas Location: London (Hybrid - 3 days per week) Duration: Until end of calendar year Reporting: EU PR Director (based in Germany) Role Purpose & Overall Relevance As consumer discovery rapidly shifts toward AI-driven search experiences (LLMs such as ChatGPT, Gemini, Perplexity, and Claude), the way Adidas appears in earned/third-party sources is increasingly shaping brand preference and product consideration. This role develops and implements a Europe-wide Digital PR approach that improves Adidas's Generative Engine Optimisation (GEO) performance through earned and supported owned media, as well as maintaining and growing SEO visibility through local PR efforts. The role bridges a capability gap created by reduced local PR capacity in markets and ensures that Adidas product and brand information is surfaced accurately and prominently in AI-driven results and more traditional publishers. Top Day-to-Day Tasks Strategic Prioritisation: Working with the SEO team on Adidas calendar priorities. Market Support: Maintaining up-to-date publisher lists per market and category for Adidas market teams. Link Building: Finding linking opportunities within BAU PR. Stakeholder Management: Reporting to senior Adidas stakeholders on the impact of PR-GEO/SEO. Local Coordination: Supporting local country teams in Europe on getting links and earned media coverage from priority publishers. Toolkit Development: Working with Global Adidas category teams (e.g. Running, Football, Lifestyle) on refining/stress-testing GEO-minded PR toolkits and creating tools where relevant. Key Responsibilities Strategy Ownership: Own the Europe GEO / SEO Digital PR (earned & owned) strategy and plan for Adidas, from approach definition through to implementation roadmap. Market Leadership: Bridge the GEO performance gap to in Europe by identifying priority topics, franchises, and search/category areas where earned media can most impact Adidas AI-driven discovery. Publisher Influence: Build a publisher influence plan for LLM visibility, identifying media outlets, reviewers, listicle publishers, and communities influential in LLM sourcing for the sports and lifestyle sectors. Local Enablement: Guide and enable local Adidas PR teams across Europe with clear priorities, briefs, toolkits, and best practices. Product Seeding: Drive coordinated Adidas product seeding and editorial opportunities to increase inclusion in "best-of", comparison, and review content. Cross-Functional Alignment: Partner with SEO, Global PR, Publishing, and Analytics to ensure Adidas content is structured, credible, and easy for AI systems to read, trust, and cite. Content Direction: Influence content direction for platforms that shape Adidas discovery signals (e.g., YouTube, Reddit, creator ecosystems). Analytics: Define success through the creation of measurement and reporting frameworks, utilising tools such as Profound and Adobe Analytics. Requisite Education & Experience PR Expertise: Strong experience in PR, media relations and/or digital PR with an understanding of how earned media shapes search and discovery for a global consumer brand. Implementation: Demonstrated ability to create strategy and drive implementation across multiple stakeholders and markets. Digital Ecosystems: Strong understanding of digital publishing ecosystems (reviewers, listicles, creator platforms, community channels). Technical Knowledge: Understanding of the fundamentals of SEO and GEO and specifically how offsite factors like backlinks and citations drive visibility for Adidas in Google and LLMs. Analytical Mindset: Experience working with measurement teams and translating data into actions. Randstad Business Support is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
BRIGHTON DOME & BRIGHTON FESTIVAL
Brighton, Sussex
Programme Manager Permanent, 37 hours per week £33,000 per annum (inclusive of 26/27 pay award) Brighton Dome & Brighton Festival offers an exciting environment in which to work. We present both a year-round programme of multi-arts performances and an annual international Festival that takes place across the city. We work in all art forms and at all scales, from individual artists to commercial production companies. We are looking for a Programme Manager to schedule and deliver commercial and community hires across our 3 venues. We are keen to hear from people who have demonstrable experience of programming live events, who can maintain excellent relationships with external and internal stakeholders and who can work efficiently to deliver events of high quality. This role requires a keen eye for detail to support contracting, budgeting, reforecasting and settlement processes. Previous applicants need not reapply and will be reconsidered. For further details about the role please visit our website. If you feel you do not have all the skills on the job description or would like to explore the role more, please contact Luisa Hinchliff, Director of Programme for an informal chat at Closing date: 9am Monday 8th June 2026 Interview date: Friday 12th June - interviews Brighton Dome & Festival values diversity, promotes equality and challenges discrimination. We encourage and welcome applications from all backgrounds and all parts of the community, particularly ethnically diverse people who are currently under-represented. All applications are judged on merit.
May 28, 2026
Full time
Programme Manager Permanent, 37 hours per week £33,000 per annum (inclusive of 26/27 pay award) Brighton Dome & Brighton Festival offers an exciting environment in which to work. We present both a year-round programme of multi-arts performances and an annual international Festival that takes place across the city. We work in all art forms and at all scales, from individual artists to commercial production companies. We are looking for a Programme Manager to schedule and deliver commercial and community hires across our 3 venues. We are keen to hear from people who have demonstrable experience of programming live events, who can maintain excellent relationships with external and internal stakeholders and who can work efficiently to deliver events of high quality. This role requires a keen eye for detail to support contracting, budgeting, reforecasting and settlement processes. Previous applicants need not reapply and will be reconsidered. For further details about the role please visit our website. If you feel you do not have all the skills on the job description or would like to explore the role more, please contact Luisa Hinchliff, Director of Programme for an informal chat at Closing date: 9am Monday 8th June 2026 Interview date: Friday 12th June - interviews Brighton Dome & Festival values diversity, promotes equality and challenges discrimination. We encourage and welcome applications from all backgrounds and all parts of the community, particularly ethnically diverse people who are currently under-represented. All applications are judged on merit.
M-Tec Engineering Solutions are currently engaged in the recruitment of Operations Director/Plant Director for a client whom have manufacturing facilities across Europe and the UK. Based from their UK Manufacturing facility near the Cotswolds, the Operations Director will form part of the senior management team and have full responsibility for all operational activities to include, manufacturing, quality, process improvements, 5S, Waste Management and Continuous Improvements. Key Areas of responsibility will include: Provide leadership and direction for operations and continuous improvement, to take in to consideration any capital expenditure projects and budget management Management of plant manufacturing and production departments with responsibilities for site wide HSE Define strategic direction via corporate and local goals and objectives in line with the long term business strategic goals. Development of innovative solutions to process inefficiencies and process improvements to deliver on pre-defined budgeted savings including cost-avoidance, manufacturing improvement and the minimisation of waste. Refined KPI measurement techniques and reporting frameworks for multiple production processes to provide accurate data for review and improvement targeting. Key Target Ares will include: Develop improvement strategies to support and maintain plant efficiently and general house keeping, to include, 5S, 7W, Lean, Quality, Maintenance Planning Work closely with Process & Maintenance teams to ensure OEE/OTIF targets are achieved as well as PPM & TPM to ensure continuous production. Requirements: Our client is looking for someone with drive and determination, and energy to see projects through to successful completion, someone with previous P&L responsibility as the Operations Director will have autonomy for budget/cost responsibility Proven experience in the utilisation of LEAN manufacturing principles to minimise waste and increase efficiency. Ideally of degree calibre in Engineering or Manufacturing, you should be able to demonstrate working within a Plastic related industry sector, coupled with strong commercial and business awareness You should have proven experience in management of profit and loss and margin improvement, taking in to account cost management models and people development and empowerment. M-Tec Engineering Solutions is a leading supplier of Permanent, Interim and Project Management Recruitment Solutions to the Automotive and General Engineering sectors. Due to the overwhelming response to vacancies in this current climate, if you have not heard from us within the next two weeks you have been unsuccessful at this time.
May 28, 2026
Full time
M-Tec Engineering Solutions are currently engaged in the recruitment of Operations Director/Plant Director for a client whom have manufacturing facilities across Europe and the UK. Based from their UK Manufacturing facility near the Cotswolds, the Operations Director will form part of the senior management team and have full responsibility for all operational activities to include, manufacturing, quality, process improvements, 5S, Waste Management and Continuous Improvements. Key Areas of responsibility will include: Provide leadership and direction for operations and continuous improvement, to take in to consideration any capital expenditure projects and budget management Management of plant manufacturing and production departments with responsibilities for site wide HSE Define strategic direction via corporate and local goals and objectives in line with the long term business strategic goals. Development of innovative solutions to process inefficiencies and process improvements to deliver on pre-defined budgeted savings including cost-avoidance, manufacturing improvement and the minimisation of waste. Refined KPI measurement techniques and reporting frameworks for multiple production processes to provide accurate data for review and improvement targeting. Key Target Ares will include: Develop improvement strategies to support and maintain plant efficiently and general house keeping, to include, 5S, 7W, Lean, Quality, Maintenance Planning Work closely with Process & Maintenance teams to ensure OEE/OTIF targets are achieved as well as PPM & TPM to ensure continuous production. Requirements: Our client is looking for someone with drive and determination, and energy to see projects through to successful completion, someone with previous P&L responsibility as the Operations Director will have autonomy for budget/cost responsibility Proven experience in the utilisation of LEAN manufacturing principles to minimise waste and increase efficiency. Ideally of degree calibre in Engineering or Manufacturing, you should be able to demonstrate working within a Plastic related industry sector, coupled with strong commercial and business awareness You should have proven experience in management of profit and loss and margin improvement, taking in to account cost management models and people development and empowerment. M-Tec Engineering Solutions is a leading supplier of Permanent, Interim and Project Management Recruitment Solutions to the Automotive and General Engineering sectors. Due to the overwhelming response to vacancies in this current climate, if you have not heard from us within the next two weeks you have been unsuccessful at this time.
Job Title: IT Helpdesk Manager Location: Bridgend, South Wales Salary: 35,000 - 45,000 per annum Job Type: Full-time, Permanent Working Hours: Monday to Friday - 9am to 5.30pm (flexible hours between 8am - 6pm) Who are we: Flotek Group is one of the fastest-growing Tech Companies in the UK, providing IT, Cybersecurity and Comms technology to small & medium businesses. With sales and support locations across the country, our ambitious growth is driven by our core values and fundamental principles. We deliver every product and service with expertise, passion, and heart. When you join Flotek Group you join our "Purple Army" and become part of a team driven by a set of values that guide our every interaction, both with each other and with our partners. We enjoy a collaborative, fast-paced working environment, where we can expect to learn to be exceptional, earn trust through actions and receive recognition when our work gets a "Wow!" About the Role: As an IT Helpdesk Manager within Flotek, you will lead a team of IT Specialist Team Leaders and IT Specialist Engineers. You will be responsible for ensuring the team are delivering the high-quality service and support to our partners of their IT environments. This role demands strong technical expertise, client-facing professionalism, the ability to lead and motivate a team and the ability to manage priorities. Key Responsibilities: Reporting to our Head Of Service Lead and inspire a team of IT professionals, fostering a collaborative and supportive working environment where team morale and culture are paramount Develop and implement training programs and initiatives to support the ongoing professional development of team members, ensuring they have the skills and knowledge needed to excel in their roles Champion a partner-centric approach to service delivery, ensuring that customer satisfaction is prioritised in all interactions and that the team is empowered to go above and beyond to exceed customer expectations Collaborate closely with partners to understand their business needs and goals, providing strategic guidance and recommendations to improve the overall service experience provided by Flotek Stay abreast of industry trends and emerging technologies, making recommendations for service enhancements and innovations that will benefit both our partners and our team Provide excellent customer service by communicating effectively and professionally with our partners Stay updated on industry trends, new technologies, and best practices through ongoing training and professional development Lead the team from a technical perspective ensuring the correct team resources are available to provide world class service Mentor the Team Leaders to effectively manage day to day operations, deliver feedback & coaching Coach Team Leaders to take ownership of partner queries to deliver world class service Setting KPI and metrics to monitor team performance and be able to present these to Flotek Directors and Management Team What we're looking for: A positive attitude with a can do approach to everything! A team player with Strong leadership skills Have an ICT background within an MSP with experience of leading a team Strong knowledge of using and supporting Microsoft Windows client operating systems in conjunction with M365 cloud products Solid experience in customer service (excellent verbal and written communication skills required) Technical expertise in IT infrastructure and systems administration, with proficiency in networking, security, and cloud technologies Advanced experience with Microsoft 365, Premise based servers, virtualisation technologies, SharePoint, Azure. Backup Solutions and security firewalls Be commercially aware, including cost analysis and budget preparation Comfortable with using CRM's and documentation solutions Naturally supportive leader Ability to prioritise personal and team workload Holds a Full UK valid driving license Benefits: Senior EMI Share Equity Scheme - own a slice of the "Purple Pie." Day off for your birthday Day off for other life's milestones - such as weddings, moving house, child's first day at school, or religious holidays Give back day to support your chosen charity Savings on gym memberships, shopping and other discounts available through Perkbox Variety of social events & team building opportunities are available Opportunities for professional development and career progression Due to the nature of the role the company will not be able to offer sponsorship or relocation assistance so candidates must already reside in the UK. Please click the APPLY button to submit your CV for this role. Candidates with the experience or relevant job titles of; 1st Line Technical Support Manager, 1st Line Technical Support, IT Technician, IT Support Engineer, IT Service Engineer, 1st Line Support Engineer, 1st Line Support Technician, Technical Support, IT Manager, IT Systems Support, IT Customer Support Manager, may also be considered for this role.
May 28, 2026
Full time
Job Title: IT Helpdesk Manager Location: Bridgend, South Wales Salary: 35,000 - 45,000 per annum Job Type: Full-time, Permanent Working Hours: Monday to Friday - 9am to 5.30pm (flexible hours between 8am - 6pm) Who are we: Flotek Group is one of the fastest-growing Tech Companies in the UK, providing IT, Cybersecurity and Comms technology to small & medium businesses. With sales and support locations across the country, our ambitious growth is driven by our core values and fundamental principles. We deliver every product and service with expertise, passion, and heart. When you join Flotek Group you join our "Purple Army" and become part of a team driven by a set of values that guide our every interaction, both with each other and with our partners. We enjoy a collaborative, fast-paced working environment, where we can expect to learn to be exceptional, earn trust through actions and receive recognition when our work gets a "Wow!" About the Role: As an IT Helpdesk Manager within Flotek, you will lead a team of IT Specialist Team Leaders and IT Specialist Engineers. You will be responsible for ensuring the team are delivering the high-quality service and support to our partners of their IT environments. This role demands strong technical expertise, client-facing professionalism, the ability to lead and motivate a team and the ability to manage priorities. Key Responsibilities: Reporting to our Head Of Service Lead and inspire a team of IT professionals, fostering a collaborative and supportive working environment where team morale and culture are paramount Develop and implement training programs and initiatives to support the ongoing professional development of team members, ensuring they have the skills and knowledge needed to excel in their roles Champion a partner-centric approach to service delivery, ensuring that customer satisfaction is prioritised in all interactions and that the team is empowered to go above and beyond to exceed customer expectations Collaborate closely with partners to understand their business needs and goals, providing strategic guidance and recommendations to improve the overall service experience provided by Flotek Stay abreast of industry trends and emerging technologies, making recommendations for service enhancements and innovations that will benefit both our partners and our team Provide excellent customer service by communicating effectively and professionally with our partners Stay updated on industry trends, new technologies, and best practices through ongoing training and professional development Lead the team from a technical perspective ensuring the correct team resources are available to provide world class service Mentor the Team Leaders to effectively manage day to day operations, deliver feedback & coaching Coach Team Leaders to take ownership of partner queries to deliver world class service Setting KPI and metrics to monitor team performance and be able to present these to Flotek Directors and Management Team What we're looking for: A positive attitude with a can do approach to everything! A team player with Strong leadership skills Have an ICT background within an MSP with experience of leading a team Strong knowledge of using and supporting Microsoft Windows client operating systems in conjunction with M365 cloud products Solid experience in customer service (excellent verbal and written communication skills required) Technical expertise in IT infrastructure and systems administration, with proficiency in networking, security, and cloud technologies Advanced experience with Microsoft 365, Premise based servers, virtualisation technologies, SharePoint, Azure. Backup Solutions and security firewalls Be commercially aware, including cost analysis and budget preparation Comfortable with using CRM's and documentation solutions Naturally supportive leader Ability to prioritise personal and team workload Holds a Full UK valid driving license Benefits: Senior EMI Share Equity Scheme - own a slice of the "Purple Pie." Day off for your birthday Day off for other life's milestones - such as weddings, moving house, child's first day at school, or religious holidays Give back day to support your chosen charity Savings on gym memberships, shopping and other discounts available through Perkbox Variety of social events & team building opportunities are available Opportunities for professional development and career progression Due to the nature of the role the company will not be able to offer sponsorship or relocation assistance so candidates must already reside in the UK. Please click the APPLY button to submit your CV for this role. Candidates with the experience or relevant job titles of; 1st Line Technical Support Manager, 1st Line Technical Support, IT Technician, IT Support Engineer, IT Service Engineer, 1st Line Support Engineer, 1st Line Support Technician, Technical Support, IT Manager, IT Systems Support, IT Customer Support Manager, may also be considered for this role.
