PRS Lettings Officer Are you a commercially driven property professional with a passion for building landlord relationships and closing deals? Do you thrive in a target-led environment where your earnings directly reflect your performance? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you. Location: Office based in Brentwood, Essex , with fully remote working following successful completion of training (approx. 2 weeks). Salary & Package: 40,000 per annum plus uncapped commission - 20% of net incentive on all procured properties Realistic first-year OTE: 60,000+ The Role An established property and housing solutions provider is expanding and is looking to appoint two PRS Housing & Lettings Officers to support portfolio growth across London and the Home Counties. This role focuses on procuring and letting private rented sector properties through incentive-led schemes in partnership with multiple local authorities. You will be responsible for managing landlord relationships, letting properties on long-term ASTs (typically 24 months), and driving new business opportunities. Key Responsibilities Engage and negotiate with private landlords and agents to secure new properties Let properties via local authority housing schemes Manage the lettings process from instruction to tenancy start Maintain strong relationships with landlords, tenants and stakeholders Ensure all lettings are compliant and accurately documented Contribute to portfolio growth across London and the Home Counties What We're Looking For Experience within residential lettings, PRS, property management role Strong communication and negotiation skills Commercially minded and motivated by commission and performance Comfortable dealing with landlords, agents and professional stakeholders Highly organised, self-motivated and able to work independently Confident managing multiple properties and conversations simultaneously Interview Process Two-stage interview process If you're a driven property professional looking for a role where effort directly equals earnings, we look forward to hearing from you. Apply today for a confidential discussion. Linsco is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
May 27, 2026
Full time
PRS Lettings Officer Are you a commercially driven property professional with a passion for building landlord relationships and closing deals? Do you thrive in a target-led environment where your earnings directly reflect your performance? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you. Location: Office based in Brentwood, Essex , with fully remote working following successful completion of training (approx. 2 weeks). Salary & Package: 40,000 per annum plus uncapped commission - 20% of net incentive on all procured properties Realistic first-year OTE: 60,000+ The Role An established property and housing solutions provider is expanding and is looking to appoint two PRS Housing & Lettings Officers to support portfolio growth across London and the Home Counties. This role focuses on procuring and letting private rented sector properties through incentive-led schemes in partnership with multiple local authorities. You will be responsible for managing landlord relationships, letting properties on long-term ASTs (typically 24 months), and driving new business opportunities. Key Responsibilities Engage and negotiate with private landlords and agents to secure new properties Let properties via local authority housing schemes Manage the lettings process from instruction to tenancy start Maintain strong relationships with landlords, tenants and stakeholders Ensure all lettings are compliant and accurately documented Contribute to portfolio growth across London and the Home Counties What We're Looking For Experience within residential lettings, PRS, property management role Strong communication and negotiation skills Commercially minded and motivated by commission and performance Comfortable dealing with landlords, agents and professional stakeholders Highly organised, self-motivated and able to work independently Confident managing multiple properties and conversations simultaneously Interview Process Two-stage interview process If you're a driven property professional looking for a role where effort directly equals earnings, we look forward to hearing from you. Apply today for a confidential discussion. Linsco is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Business Development and Operations Manager We are looking for a Business Development Manager with great people management skills who is eager for an exciting opportunity to advance your career within an established social enterprise? You will oversee the charity s trading division, drive enterprise business development and sales growth, manage the distribution and sales of white goods and beds and ensure strategic alignment. Position: Business Development and Operations Manager Location: Leicester/hybrid and site based Hours: Full-time (37 hours per week) Salary: £35,000 Contract: Permanent Benefits: Competitive salary, 32 days annual leave (pro rata for part time roles) including Bank Holidays, pension scheme Closing Date: 28th May 2026 Interview Date: W/C 8th June 2026 The Role We are looking for a Business Development and Operations Manager to support the strategic aims of the charity and the Chief Executive Officer. You will partner and collaborate with the Senior Leadership Team to develop and implement trading arm strategies, business development, and policies to ensure alignment of trading operations with the charity's mission, vision, and values. About You We are looking for someone with proven experience in business development and experience of managing operations. You will have: Excellent leadership, interpersonal and communication skills. A proven ability to identify and pursue new business opportunities. Experience of managing budgets, targets and financial reporting. A strong team working ethic, able to motivate and inspire staff, encouraging knowledge sharing and peer support. Commercial awareness and financial literacy to manage budgets, targets and financial reporting. An excellent standard of IT including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint or equivalent) The ability to network and liaise effectively with individuals and agencies in the private, public and voluntary sectors, and governmental departments. The ability to achieve targets and work to tight deadlines. The ability to work flexibly. We are looking for someone with a commitment to diversity, equality and inclusion within the workplace and a full driving license, access to own transport and willingness to travel regionally. If you are a strategic thinker with the ability to translate vision into actionable plans, then apply today! About the Organisation The charity believes that everyone deserves a decent standard of living, with a right to adequate food, shelter and the means to keep warm, clean and rested no matter what difficulty they may be facing. We help to make a difference by finding funding to provide the essential items that everyone deserves. As an equal opportunity employer, we would particularly welcome applications from people with an ethnic minority background or those with a disability, as the team are currently underrepresented in their workforce. You may also have experience in areas such as Business Development, Trading, Dispatch, Goods, Product, Operations, Supply Chain, Procurement, Logistics, Commercial Manager, Dispatch Manager, Goods Manager, Product Manager, Operations Manager, Supply Chain Manager, Procurement Manager, Logistics Manager.
May 27, 2026
Full time
Business Development and Operations Manager We are looking for a Business Development Manager with great people management skills who is eager for an exciting opportunity to advance your career within an established social enterprise? You will oversee the charity s trading division, drive enterprise business development and sales growth, manage the distribution and sales of white goods and beds and ensure strategic alignment. Position: Business Development and Operations Manager Location: Leicester/hybrid and site based Hours: Full-time (37 hours per week) Salary: £35,000 Contract: Permanent Benefits: Competitive salary, 32 days annual leave (pro rata for part time roles) including Bank Holidays, pension scheme Closing Date: 28th May 2026 Interview Date: W/C 8th June 2026 The Role We are looking for a Business Development and Operations Manager to support the strategic aims of the charity and the Chief Executive Officer. You will partner and collaborate with the Senior Leadership Team to develop and implement trading arm strategies, business development, and policies to ensure alignment of trading operations with the charity's mission, vision, and values. About You We are looking for someone with proven experience in business development and experience of managing operations. You will have: Excellent leadership, interpersonal and communication skills. A proven ability to identify and pursue new business opportunities. Experience of managing budgets, targets and financial reporting. A strong team working ethic, able to motivate and inspire staff, encouraging knowledge sharing and peer support. Commercial awareness and financial literacy to manage budgets, targets and financial reporting. An excellent standard of IT including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint or equivalent) The ability to network and liaise effectively with individuals and agencies in the private, public and voluntary sectors, and governmental departments. The ability to achieve targets and work to tight deadlines. The ability to work flexibly. We are looking for someone with a commitment to diversity, equality and inclusion within the workplace and a full driving license, access to own transport and willingness to travel regionally. If you are a strategic thinker with the ability to translate vision into actionable plans, then apply today! About the Organisation The charity believes that everyone deserves a decent standard of living, with a right to adequate food, shelter and the means to keep warm, clean and rested no matter what difficulty they may be facing. We help to make a difference by finding funding to provide the essential items that everyone deserves. As an equal opportunity employer, we would particularly welcome applications from people with an ethnic minority background or those with a disability, as the team are currently underrepresented in their workforce. You may also have experience in areas such as Business Development, Trading, Dispatch, Goods, Product, Operations, Supply Chain, Procurement, Logistics, Commercial Manager, Dispatch Manager, Goods Manager, Product Manager, Operations Manager, Supply Chain Manager, Procurement Manager, Logistics Manager.
St Albans City and District Council
St. Albans, Hertfordshire
Salary : £50,998 to £55,224 per annum (inclusive) + Local Government Pension Scheme (pay award pending) Contract : Permanent, full-time (37 hours per week) Location : St Albans. Flexible working options available, including hybrid workingJob Ref: P2495 About the role An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Procurement & Contracts Solicitor in the Legal Shared Service Procurement and Contracts Team. This pivotal role will predominantly: • Lead, support, develop and manage the Procurement and Contracts team• Ensure the delivery of proactive, robust, high quality professional and specialist legal advice on Procurement and Contracts legal matters• Ensure client requirements are met within legal constraints• In addition, the postholder will support the achievement of the Council's corporate plan, projects and aims and ensure the delivery of high-quality customer service from the in-house team, external solicitors and from counsel.• Key Responsibilities• Lead, support, develop and manage the Procurement and Contracts team and contribute to the development of the Legal Shared Service generally• Lead on complex legal matters, identifying potential areas of risk and liability and advising on solution focused strategies• Ensure Legal Shared Services provides proactive, pragmatic, robust and solution focused advice and a support service to all clients (internal and external)• Research, analyse, investigate and provide legal advice to councillors and to officers on any matter within the functions of the Council• Attend Member and Officer meetings as required, including meetings of the Council, Cabinet and Committees, to ensure that decisions are lawful About you We're seeking a confident, qualified legal professional with: • Legal expertise and experience in contracts law and local government procurement• A proven track record in managing a legal team• Strong interpersonal and client management skills• A collaborative approach to working across Councils and teamsGuided by our Sustainability and Climate Crisis Strategy, we put the environment at the heart of every decision. We live our values-trust, care, confidence, collaboration and customer focus-while delivering sustainable services and reducing environmental impact. Join us and make a difference. About St Albans St Albans is a unique English Cathedral City with a colourful history, visible in its Roman remains, beautiful architecture, heritage sites and conservation areas. Set within the green belt and located just off the M25, A1M and M1, the District includes a cathedral, vibrant city centre and thriving villages.Our centrally located offices are close to the station (London St Pancras in 20 minutes), shops and restaurants. In short, it is a great place to live and work. Benefits In addition to working within a great team and receiving a competitive salary, you will have access to: • 30.5 days basic annual leave (increasing with service) plus bank holidays• (Annual leave will be pro-rated for anyone who does not work a standard full-time pattern of 37 hours over 5 days)• Local Government Pension Scheme• Flexible working options• Staff parking permit• Reimbursement of professional fees• Comprehensive development and training• Discounted membership at selected local sports and fitness centres• Access to discounts and benefits via an online platform Additional Information Disability Confident We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets all the essential criteria for the post. Disclosure Checks This post is subject to a Basic Disclosure Check. English Fluency The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post. For those whose language is a signed language, the provision of a sign language interpreter who speaks English to the required standard of fluency will be provided. Further information about the legal requirement can be found online. Closing date for applications: 5 June 2026 Interviews are scheduled for the weeks commencing 15 June 2026 and 22 June 2026.Please note: Interviews are conducted throughout the application process. We reserve the right to close the vacancy at an earlier date and strongly encourage early applications.You may have experience in the following: Procurement Solicitor, Contracts Solicitor, Local Government Solicitor, Commercial Solicitor, Procurement Lawyer, Contracts Lawyer, Legal Team Leader, Principal Lawyer, Senior Solicitor, Public Sector Lawyer, Legal Services Manager, Head of Procurement LawREF-
May 27, 2026
Full time
Salary : £50,998 to £55,224 per annum (inclusive) + Local Government Pension Scheme (pay award pending) Contract : Permanent, full-time (37 hours per week) Location : St Albans. Flexible working options available, including hybrid workingJob Ref: P2495 About the role An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Procurement & Contracts Solicitor in the Legal Shared Service Procurement and Contracts Team. This pivotal role will predominantly: • Lead, support, develop and manage the Procurement and Contracts team• Ensure the delivery of proactive, robust, high quality professional and specialist legal advice on Procurement and Contracts legal matters• Ensure client requirements are met within legal constraints• In addition, the postholder will support the achievement of the Council's corporate plan, projects and aims and ensure the delivery of high-quality customer service from the in-house team, external solicitors and from counsel.• Key Responsibilities• Lead, support, develop and manage the Procurement and Contracts team and contribute to the development of the Legal Shared Service generally• Lead on complex legal matters, identifying potential areas of risk and liability and advising on solution focused strategies• Ensure Legal Shared Services provides proactive, pragmatic, robust and solution focused advice and a support service to all clients (internal and external)• Research, analyse, investigate and provide legal advice to councillors and to officers on any matter within the functions of the Council• Attend Member and Officer meetings as required, including meetings of the Council, Cabinet and Committees, to ensure that decisions are lawful About you We're seeking a confident, qualified legal professional with: • Legal expertise and experience in contracts law and local government procurement• A proven track record in managing a legal team• Strong interpersonal and client management skills• A collaborative approach to working across Councils and teamsGuided by our Sustainability and Climate Crisis Strategy, we put the environment at the heart of every decision. We live our values-trust, care, confidence, collaboration and customer focus-while delivering sustainable services and reducing environmental impact. Join us and make a difference. About St Albans St Albans is a unique English Cathedral City with a colourful history, visible in its Roman remains, beautiful architecture, heritage sites and conservation areas. Set within the green belt and located just off the M25, A1M and M1, the District includes a cathedral, vibrant city centre and thriving villages.Our centrally located offices are close to the station (London St Pancras in 20 minutes), shops and restaurants. In short, it is a great place to live and work. Benefits In addition to working within a great team and receiving a competitive salary, you will have access to: • 30.5 days basic annual leave (increasing with service) plus bank holidays• (Annual leave will be pro-rated for anyone who does not work a standard full-time pattern of 37 hours over 5 days)• Local Government Pension Scheme• Flexible working options• Staff parking permit• Reimbursement of professional fees• Comprehensive development and training• Discounted membership at selected local sports and fitness centres• Access to discounts and benefits via an online platform Additional Information Disability Confident We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets all the essential criteria for the post. Disclosure Checks This post is subject to a Basic Disclosure Check. English Fluency The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post. For those whose language is a signed language, the provision of a sign language interpreter who speaks English to the required standard of fluency will be provided. Further information about the legal requirement can be found online. Closing date for applications: 5 June 2026 Interviews are scheduled for the weeks commencing 15 June 2026 and 22 June 2026.Please note: Interviews are conducted throughout the application process. We reserve the right to close the vacancy at an earlier date and strongly encourage early applications.You may have experience in the following: Procurement Solicitor, Contracts Solicitor, Local Government Solicitor, Commercial Solicitor, Procurement Lawyer, Contracts Lawyer, Legal Team Leader, Principal Lawyer, Senior Solicitor, Public Sector Lawyer, Legal Services Manager, Head of Procurement LawREF-
The salary range for this position is £41, 585- £45,135 per annum based on a full-time, 36-hour working week. We have an exciting job opportunity within the Countryside Team, for an Arboriculturist to deliver tree risk across our countryside portfolio. The post is based at Merrow Depot, Guildford, but travel for site visits, tree inspections, surveys and meetings around Surrey's beautiful countryside is a key part of the role. Our Offer to You 26 days' holiday, rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' service (prorated for part time staff) Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave A generous local government salary related pension Up to 5 days of carer's leave and 2 paid volunteering days per year Paternity, adoption and dependents leave An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, and shopping A chance to make a real difference to the lives of our residents. About the Role Working to the Land Services Manager, this is an estate-wide role managing tree risk across our Countryside estate at a reserve level. As part of a Countryside Group team, you will be working alongside the operational team for the Countryside Estate as well as arboriculturists responsible for delivering the Council's Tree Risk Management Policy on service-based sites and highways. Whilst accountable for tree risk on the Countryside Estate, cross-team working will be vital for updating policy, maintaining best practice with consistent and coordinated delivery and reporting across the teams. You will lead our multi- year Ash Dieback programme and will be expected to manage procurement, working with contractors whilst balancing your business as usual with competing priorities. The ability to prioritise, co-ordinate work with other officers and provide accurate reports on tree risk will be key. You will also have close links to the Woodland Management Team based at the Woodland Hub in Norbury Park to enable support for the Council's Land Management Policies. Whilst Tree Risk management will be your priority, you will have an opportunity to support a sustainable approach to tree and woodland management and support biodiversity on sensitive sites protected at an international level. Your work will support the delivery of woodland management plans and current and future grant funding opportunities at a landscape scale. Working to robust timescales, you will make clear decisions based on both policy and budget offering excellent value for money for Surrey. With safety, public access and biodiversity at the forefront of your work, you will meet tight deadlines and offer training and mentoring to ranger teams for lower-level inspections. Your Application In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills: That you are qualified to at least Level 4 Arboricultural qualification (or related field) and hold a valid and up to date LANTRA 3-Day Professional Tree Inspection Certificate Proven experience in managing commercial arboricultural or horticultural contractors and maintain accurate reporting on tree risk, prioritise recommended works and working across multi-disciplinary teams Demonstrable experience in managing tree risk at a reserve level where biodiversity is an important consideration, alongside a proven record in site investigations, tree inspection reports, works programming, auditing, reporting and communicating in a clear written and verbal style. Experience in managing and mentoring people, and working with, and alongside residents and key stakeholders As part of the application process, you will be asked to upload your CV and answer four questions which will help us assess your application. Please tell us about a significant project or programme that you have delivered, in line with an organisational strategy, policy or strategic objective. Please tell us about a time when you had to manage competing demands on your time and how you managed and overcame this. Please tell us about a recent project that you have worked on or delivered in one of the following areas: Arboriculture and tree management (Surveys, reports, investigations for example) Contractor management Public, Councillor, Stakeholder/customer engagement Please tell us about the personal qualities you possess that can bring to this role that will enable you to be successful. The job advert closes at 23:59 on 14th June 2026 with interviews to follow. An enhanced DBS 'Disclosure and Barring Service' check for regulated activity (formerly known as CRB) will be required for this role. Surrey has both urban and rural areas and the successful applicant will be expected to have a valid driving licence to drive in the UK and access to a vehicle and be willing to travel across a wide geographical area. Reasonable adjustments where needed will be made for successful applicants who have a disability or long term health condition to enable them to fulfil the requirements of the job. Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities. Join our dynamic team and shape the future of local government. Make a lasting impact with innovative solutions and improved services for our community. Help us build a brighter future for our residents! We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum criteria, we guarantee you an interview. Your skills and experience truly matter to us. From application to your first day, we're committed to supporting you with any adjustments you need, we value inclusion and warmly welcome you to join and help build a workplace where everyone belongs.
May 27, 2026
Full time
The salary range for this position is £41, 585- £45,135 per annum based on a full-time, 36-hour working week. We have an exciting job opportunity within the Countryside Team, for an Arboriculturist to deliver tree risk across our countryside portfolio. The post is based at Merrow Depot, Guildford, but travel for site visits, tree inspections, surveys and meetings around Surrey's beautiful countryside is a key part of the role. Our Offer to You 26 days' holiday, rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' service (prorated for part time staff) Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave A generous local government salary related pension Up to 5 days of carer's leave and 2 paid volunteering days per year Paternity, adoption and dependents leave An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, and shopping A chance to make a real difference to the lives of our residents. About the Role Working to the Land Services Manager, this is an estate-wide role managing tree risk across our Countryside estate at a reserve level. As part of a Countryside Group team, you will be working alongside the operational team for the Countryside Estate as well as arboriculturists responsible for delivering the Council's Tree Risk Management Policy on service-based sites and highways. Whilst accountable for tree risk on the Countryside Estate, cross-team working will be vital for updating policy, maintaining best practice with consistent and coordinated delivery and reporting across the teams. You will lead our multi- year Ash Dieback programme and will be expected to manage procurement, working with contractors whilst balancing your business as usual with competing priorities. The ability to prioritise, co-ordinate work with other officers and provide accurate reports on tree risk will be key. You will also have close links to the Woodland Management Team based at the Woodland Hub in Norbury Park to enable support for the Council's Land Management Policies. Whilst Tree Risk management will be your priority, you will have an opportunity to support a sustainable approach to tree and woodland management and support biodiversity on sensitive sites protected at an international level. Your work will support the delivery of woodland management plans and current and future grant funding opportunities at a landscape scale. Working to robust timescales, you will make clear decisions based on both policy and budget offering excellent value for money for Surrey. With safety, public access and biodiversity at the forefront of your work, you will meet tight deadlines and offer training and mentoring to ranger teams for lower-level inspections. Your Application In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills: That you are qualified to at least Level 4 Arboricultural qualification (or related field) and hold a valid and up to date LANTRA 3-Day Professional Tree Inspection Certificate Proven experience in managing commercial arboricultural or horticultural contractors and maintain accurate reporting on tree risk, prioritise recommended works and working across multi-disciplinary teams Demonstrable experience in managing tree risk at a reserve level where biodiversity is an important consideration, alongside a proven record in site investigations, tree inspection reports, works programming, auditing, reporting and communicating in a clear written and verbal style. Experience in managing and mentoring people, and working with, and alongside residents and key stakeholders As part of the application process, you will be asked to upload your CV and answer four questions which will help us assess your application. Please tell us about a significant project or programme that you have delivered, in line with an organisational strategy, policy or strategic objective. Please tell us about a time when you had to manage competing demands on your time and how you managed and overcame this. Please tell us about a recent project that you have worked on or delivered in one of the following areas: Arboriculture and tree management (Surveys, reports, investigations for example) Contractor management Public, Councillor, Stakeholder/customer engagement Please tell us about the personal qualities you possess that can bring to this role that will enable you to be successful. The job advert closes at 23:59 on 14th June 2026 with interviews to follow. An enhanced DBS 'Disclosure and Barring Service' check for regulated activity (formerly known as CRB) will be required for this role. Surrey has both urban and rural areas and the successful applicant will be expected to have a valid driving licence to drive in the UK and access to a vehicle and be willing to travel across a wide geographical area. Reasonable adjustments where needed will be made for successful applicants who have a disability or long term health condition to enable them to fulfil the requirements of the job. Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities. Join our dynamic team and shape the future of local government. Make a lasting impact with innovative solutions and improved services for our community. Help us build a brighter future for our residents! We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum criteria, we guarantee you an interview. Your skills and experience truly matter to us. From application to your first day, we're committed to supporting you with any adjustments you need, we value inclusion and warmly welcome you to join and help build a workplace where everyone belongs.
The Finance and Commercial team are an enabler for IPSA, offering vital support to internal and external stakeholders to ensure MPs have the funding and services they need for their parliamentary and constituency work. The team is responsible for all aspects of financial support from management accounting, finance business partnering and financial control, setting and managing the Main Estimate, MP budgets and IPSA spend, alongside commercial activity, including procurement and contract negotiation for IPSA and MP services. The Director, Finance and Commercial leads an efficient and effective high-performing service that delivers IPSA's statutory responsibilities accurately and with confidence. The role is a key member of IPSA's leadership team, attending Board meetings and committees, and representing IPSA with external partners including auditors and regulators. Working with colleagues, you'll help deliver IPSA's vision, purpose and strategic priorities. With a strong focus on integrity, you'll oversee an annual budget of more than £310m. You'll ensure IPSA's finance and commercial arrangements are principles-based, proportionate and compliant, supported by robust governance that delivers value for money for the taxpayer and strengthens public confidence in IPSA's work. This role reports directly to the CEO and Accounting Officer and has four direct reports with up to nine indirect reports. Please find a candidate information pack here . This includes the full job description, essential criteria for the role and a candidate profile. You'll also find information about IPSA, our values and culture, together with further information about the application and interview process. Job description Leading a high-performing Finance and Commercial directorate through inclusive, values-led leadership, building capability, resilience and an agile culture. Shaping and delivering IPSA's strategy and business plans, balancing transformation, regulatory change and day-to-day delivery. Providing strong financial stewardship and corporate governance: effective budgeting and forecasting, clear risk management, and timely escalation of issues to the CEO. Clear on the principles of managing public money and considering the Accounting Officer's position in all relevant decisions. Ensuring accurate, prompt reimbursement of MPs' business costs and consistent, principles-based application of the Scheme, supported by high-quality management information for MPs and staff. Delivering insightful reporting and advice to the Board, the Audit, Risk and Assurance Committee, CEO and Leadership team, enabling robust decision-making and value for money. Building trusted relationships with colleagues and stakeholders, providing a high-quality service in a high-scrutiny environment and protecting IPSA's independence and reputation. Responsible for continuous improvement of financial controls ensuring all controls operate effectively and provide assurance over the completeness and accuracy of all financial information including IPSA's Annual Report and Accounts. Leading commercial activity, working with the Head of Commercial to run compliant, proportionate procurement and manage suppliers to secure value, resilience and service quality. Living IPSA's values: Staying Connected, Seeing the Bigger Picture, Being Open, Doing the Right Thing and Making a Difference - and demonstrating commitment to the Seven Principles of Public Life. Person specification You'll be an accomplished leader who cares about supporting democracy and delivering regulation through excellent service. You'll bring clarity, credibility and calm, working collaboratively in a complex, high-profile environment to deliver IPSA's strategy. With a positive influence on how our stakeholders feel about us, you'll build trust, strengthening confidence in IPSA and democracy more widely. You'll invest in your team, setting clear expectations, encouraging accountability, and constructively challenging behaviours and ways of working to align with IPSA's culture. You'll bring strong judgement, resilience, and curiosity and you'll be comfortable challenging assumptions to help IPSA navigate opportunities and tough decisions. With deep expertise in finance, financial risk, and commercial strategy, you'll deliver value for money and strengthen financial capability across the organisation. You'll have an uncompromising approach to corporate governance and risk management, working confidently with the IPSA Leadership team and Board. You'll develop people and capability in the team, ensuring people live and breathe IPSA's values, perform at their best and feel valued. The experience and technical level required for the role, along with personal qualities, skills, attributes, and qualifications are listed below. Essential criteria Strategic leader with a strong track record in a high-profile, public-facing organisation. CCAB/CIMA (or equivalent) qualified, with senior financial leadership experience and stewardship of public money. Expert in public-sector financial planning, control and reporting, including budget setting and analysis to drive value for money; strong commercial/procurement capability. Inclusive, collaborative leader who inspires high-performing teams across diverse and dispersed settings. Proven delivery of transformation (including digital) and continuous improvement against clear performance measures. Experience in a principles-based regulatory environment, with strong grasp of governance, assurance and risk. Confident communicator and influencer, able to handle sensitive issues with tact and build trusted senior relationships. Before applying please be sure to read the candidate information pack here, which includes information about the application and interview process, together with information about IPSA and our values and culture.
May 27, 2026
Full time
The Finance and Commercial team are an enabler for IPSA, offering vital support to internal and external stakeholders to ensure MPs have the funding and services they need for their parliamentary and constituency work. The team is responsible for all aspects of financial support from management accounting, finance business partnering and financial control, setting and managing the Main Estimate, MP budgets and IPSA spend, alongside commercial activity, including procurement and contract negotiation for IPSA and MP services. The Director, Finance and Commercial leads an efficient and effective high-performing service that delivers IPSA's statutory responsibilities accurately and with confidence. The role is a key member of IPSA's leadership team, attending Board meetings and committees, and representing IPSA with external partners including auditors and regulators. Working with colleagues, you'll help deliver IPSA's vision, purpose and strategic priorities. With a strong focus on integrity, you'll oversee an annual budget of more than £310m. You'll ensure IPSA's finance and commercial arrangements are principles-based, proportionate and compliant, supported by robust governance that delivers value for money for the taxpayer and strengthens public confidence in IPSA's work. This role reports directly to the CEO and Accounting Officer and has four direct reports with up to nine indirect reports. Please find a candidate information pack here . This includes the full job description, essential criteria for the role and a candidate profile. You'll also find information about IPSA, our values and culture, together with further information about the application and interview process. Job description Leading a high-performing Finance and Commercial directorate through inclusive, values-led leadership, building capability, resilience and an agile culture. Shaping and delivering IPSA's strategy and business plans, balancing transformation, regulatory change and day-to-day delivery. Providing strong financial stewardship and corporate governance: effective budgeting and forecasting, clear risk management, and timely escalation of issues to the CEO. Clear on the principles of managing public money and considering the Accounting Officer's position in all relevant decisions. Ensuring accurate, prompt reimbursement of MPs' business costs and consistent, principles-based application of the Scheme, supported by high-quality management information for MPs and staff. Delivering insightful reporting and advice to the Board, the Audit, Risk and Assurance Committee, CEO and Leadership team, enabling robust decision-making and value for money. Building trusted relationships with colleagues and stakeholders, providing a high-quality service in a high-scrutiny environment and protecting IPSA's independence and reputation. Responsible for continuous improvement of financial controls ensuring all controls operate effectively and provide assurance over the completeness and accuracy of all financial information including IPSA's Annual Report and Accounts. Leading commercial activity, working with the Head of Commercial to run compliant, proportionate procurement and manage suppliers to secure value, resilience and service quality. Living IPSA's values: Staying Connected, Seeing the Bigger Picture, Being Open, Doing the Right Thing and Making a Difference - and demonstrating commitment to the Seven Principles of Public Life. Person specification You'll be an accomplished leader who cares about supporting democracy and delivering regulation through excellent service. You'll bring clarity, credibility and calm, working collaboratively in a complex, high-profile environment to deliver IPSA's strategy. With a positive influence on how our stakeholders feel about us, you'll build trust, strengthening confidence in IPSA and democracy more widely. You'll invest in your team, setting clear expectations, encouraging accountability, and constructively challenging behaviours and ways of working to align with IPSA's culture. You'll bring strong judgement, resilience, and curiosity and you'll be comfortable challenging assumptions to help IPSA navigate opportunities and tough decisions. With deep expertise in finance, financial risk, and commercial strategy, you'll deliver value for money and strengthen financial capability across the organisation. You'll have an uncompromising approach to corporate governance and risk management, working confidently with the IPSA Leadership team and Board. You'll develop people and capability in the team, ensuring people live and breathe IPSA's values, perform at their best and feel valued. The experience and technical level required for the role, along with personal qualities, skills, attributes, and qualifications are listed below. Essential criteria Strategic leader with a strong track record in a high-profile, public-facing organisation. CCAB/CIMA (or equivalent) qualified, with senior financial leadership experience and stewardship of public money. Expert in public-sector financial planning, control and reporting, including budget setting and analysis to drive value for money; strong commercial/procurement capability. Inclusive, collaborative leader who inspires high-performing teams across diverse and dispersed settings. Proven delivery of transformation (including digital) and continuous improvement against clear performance measures. Experience in a principles-based regulatory environment, with strong grasp of governance, assurance and risk. Confident communicator and influencer, able to handle sensitive issues with tact and build trusted senior relationships. Before applying please be sure to read the candidate information pack here, which includes information about the application and interview process, together with information about IPSA and our values and culture.
Bridging London, Connecting Communities At the very heart of London, the City of London Corporation is a unique organisation with a global reputation, rich heritage and an unwavering commitment to public service. Through City Bridge Foundation-the working name of Bridge House Estates-we are the trustee of a 900 year old historic charity, responsible for maintaining five of London's most iconic Thames bridges and delivering charitable impact at scale for the benefit of Londoners as London's biggest independent charity funder. There has never been a more exciting time to join City Bridge Foundation. As Managing Director, you will provide strategic leadership to one of the UK's largest charities by asset value, acting as steward of its assets, purpose and people to deliver lasting impact now and for future generations. Reporting to the Chair of City Bridge Foundation and the Town Clerk & Chief Executive of the City of London Corporation, you will be accountable for the overall strategic direction, leadership and management of the charity. In this role, you will work closely with elected Members acting as Trustee, provide strategic advice and ensure strong charitable governance, legal compliance and effective decision making. You will have overall responsibility for the stewardship, maintenance and security of the bridges, including Tower Bridge as a globally recognised visitor attraction, as well as leadership of the Foundation's charitable funding and social investment activity. You will lead a senior leadership team and a workforce of around 160 staff, setting a clear strategic direction and fostering a positive, inclusive and high performing organisational culture. As Head of Profession for Charities across the City of London Corporation, you will also promote best practice in charitable governance and funding beyond City Bridge Foundation itself. The successful candidate will be a credible and experienced senior leader with substantial experience operating in a complex organisation and charity/non-for-profit sector or public facing body. You will bring strong knowledge of charitable governance and regulation, sound financial and commercial judgement, and the ability to build trusted relationships with Members, senior officers and external partners. A clear commitment to values led leadership, equity, diversity and inclusion is essential. City Bridge Foundation offers a rare opportunity to shape the future of London's communities and charitable landscape-while safeguarding a legacy that spans centuries. You will operate at the highest strategic level, with genuine influence, responsibility and purpose. If you are motivated by public value, complex leadership challenges and the opportunity to make a lasting difference for London, we encourage you to apply. The City of London Corporation relies on having a workforce that reflects society, so we encourage applications from candidates from all backgrounds, and especially those from underrepresented groups. Our employees are expected to spend at least 60% of their time in their work setting or office. Closing date: Friday 5th June 2026, 23:59 Online Psychometrics issued: w/c 15th June 2026 Assessment Day: Monday 29th June 2026 (in person at the Guildhall) Final Interview: Thursday 2nd July 2026 (in person at the Guildhall) For more information or to apply, please click the apply button. Alternatively, please contact (24 hr answerphone) quoting reference number OCBF1255 if you experience any difficulties. A minicom service for the hearing impaired is available on . The City of London Corporation is committed to Equal Opportunities and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. We reserve the right to close the advert earlier should we receive a high number of applications.
May 27, 2026
Full time
Bridging London, Connecting Communities At the very heart of London, the City of London Corporation is a unique organisation with a global reputation, rich heritage and an unwavering commitment to public service. Through City Bridge Foundation-the working name of Bridge House Estates-we are the trustee of a 900 year old historic charity, responsible for maintaining five of London's most iconic Thames bridges and delivering charitable impact at scale for the benefit of Londoners as London's biggest independent charity funder. There has never been a more exciting time to join City Bridge Foundation. As Managing Director, you will provide strategic leadership to one of the UK's largest charities by asset value, acting as steward of its assets, purpose and people to deliver lasting impact now and for future generations. Reporting to the Chair of City Bridge Foundation and the Town Clerk & Chief Executive of the City of London Corporation, you will be accountable for the overall strategic direction, leadership and management of the charity. In this role, you will work closely with elected Members acting as Trustee, provide strategic advice and ensure strong charitable governance, legal compliance and effective decision making. You will have overall responsibility for the stewardship, maintenance and security of the bridges, including Tower Bridge as a globally recognised visitor attraction, as well as leadership of the Foundation's charitable funding and social investment activity. You will lead a senior leadership team and a workforce of around 160 staff, setting a clear strategic direction and fostering a positive, inclusive and high performing organisational culture. As Head of Profession for Charities across the City of London Corporation, you will also promote best practice in charitable governance and funding beyond City Bridge Foundation itself. The successful candidate will be a credible and experienced senior leader with substantial experience operating in a complex organisation and charity/non-for-profit sector or public facing body. You will bring strong knowledge of charitable governance and regulation, sound financial and commercial judgement, and the ability to build trusted relationships with Members, senior officers and external partners. A clear commitment to values led leadership, equity, diversity and inclusion is essential. City Bridge Foundation offers a rare opportunity to shape the future of London's communities and charitable landscape-while safeguarding a legacy that spans centuries. You will operate at the highest strategic level, with genuine influence, responsibility and purpose. If you are motivated by public value, complex leadership challenges and the opportunity to make a lasting difference for London, we encourage you to apply. The City of London Corporation relies on having a workforce that reflects society, so we encourage applications from candidates from all backgrounds, and especially those from underrepresented groups. Our employees are expected to spend at least 60% of their time in their work setting or office. Closing date: Friday 5th June 2026, 23:59 Online Psychometrics issued: w/c 15th June 2026 Assessment Day: Monday 29th June 2026 (in person at the Guildhall) Final Interview: Thursday 2nd July 2026 (in person at the Guildhall) For more information or to apply, please click the apply button. Alternatively, please contact (24 hr answerphone) quoting reference number OCBF1255 if you experience any difficulties. A minicom service for the hearing impaired is available on . The City of London Corporation is committed to Equal Opportunities and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. We reserve the right to close the advert earlier should we receive a high number of applications.
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions all organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious and entrepreneurially-spirited businesses that fuel the economy - whether privately or publicly owned - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons Working, achieving, and thriving together, our Tax team move with every challenge. Friendly, driven and diverse, they service our clients across the country and around the world. By providing expertise in many different specialist areas of tax, they collaborate across BDO to deliver wider business solutions. From meeting clients' evolving business needs to managing changes to legislation, there are always fresh challenges to face in the Tax team. If you're after a career that will keep you on your toes, we'll give you the autonomy to drive your career forward. Our Tax Assurance & Risk Management ('TA&RM') team is a fast-growing collaborative team of around 15 people nationally led by three dedicated tax partners, who together support a wide variety of private, private equity-backed and listed clients across sectors. Our work has helped many clients meet their legislative tax governance compliance obligations (including in relation to the Senior Accounting Officer and Corporate Criminal Offences regimes, the tax strategy publication requirement and HMRC's Business Risk Review process) and strategically improve their tax operations and tax control framework, manage tax risk and provide assurance to tax authorities and business stakeholders. Technology is an important part of helping our clients succeed and we encourage innovation at all levels in our team. We are an award-winning specialist tax team. This is a dynamic client-facing role that requires excellent client relationship, communication and project management skills, and the ability to distil complex concepts into easily understood information suitable for a wide array of stakeholders. Most of your work will be client facing and will require you to actively manage client portfolios, manage project delivery, coordinating junior resource and BDO tax specialists, to deliver exceptional client service. Owning client relationships with the senior team is key, and you'll be heavily involved in business development and innovation activities to support our business growth. This role will involve consideration of a range of taxes including corporate, indirect and employment taxes; our work is broader than any one area of tax and at the senior manager level, we require candidates with a depth of tax experience, specifically with TA&RM experience, with good commercial awareness who are eager to learn, adapt and contribute to this area of growth for the business. Importantly, we are looking for natural curiosity about how tax functions and businesses run, from the governance, processes and controls to the people and technology they use and the tax technical issues relevant to them. We'll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be both comfortable working pro-actively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with the team at all levels to help businesses effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to organisations we work with, acting as a key part of BDO's relationships with our clients. We are looking for someone: To act as a key point of contact within the firm for our clients, together with the senior team. With experience of TA&RM work (including such as tax strategy, SAO and CCO compliance, HMRC Business Risk Reviews, developing the tax control framework and tax operating model, advising on tax risk management e.g. tax risk registers.) With a strong presentation style, and confidence in hosting workshops, training sessions and webinars, often to Board level, and with strong tax technical experience to be able to talk knowledgeably at a good level about a range of tax issues. With experience in end-to-end project delivery, who can lead projects with complexity to deliver quality advice. Who has a keen interest in helping clients develop tax governance and developing bespoke scopes of work to meet our clients' needs. With personal responsibility for own decisions and the actions of others. Educated to degree level, and/or CTA and/or ACA qualified or equivalent, or relevant experience. You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer every colleague the opportunity to work in ways that suit our clients, the task at hand, our teams, and you. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for the companies we work with and satisfying experiences for our colleagues - BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions. We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better. LI-
May 27, 2026
Full time
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions all organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious and entrepreneurially-spirited businesses that fuel the economy - whether privately or publicly owned - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons Working, achieving, and thriving together, our Tax team move with every challenge. Friendly, driven and diverse, they service our clients across the country and around the world. By providing expertise in many different specialist areas of tax, they collaborate across BDO to deliver wider business solutions. From meeting clients' evolving business needs to managing changes to legislation, there are always fresh challenges to face in the Tax team. If you're after a career that will keep you on your toes, we'll give you the autonomy to drive your career forward. Our Tax Assurance & Risk Management ('TA&RM') team is a fast-growing collaborative team of around 15 people nationally led by three dedicated tax partners, who together support a wide variety of private, private equity-backed and listed clients across sectors. Our work has helped many clients meet their legislative tax governance compliance obligations (including in relation to the Senior Accounting Officer and Corporate Criminal Offences regimes, the tax strategy publication requirement and HMRC's Business Risk Review process) and strategically improve their tax operations and tax control framework, manage tax risk and provide assurance to tax authorities and business stakeholders. Technology is an important part of helping our clients succeed and we encourage innovation at all levels in our team. We are an award-winning specialist tax team. This is a dynamic client-facing role that requires excellent client relationship, communication and project management skills, and the ability to distil complex concepts into easily understood information suitable for a wide array of stakeholders. Most of your work will be client facing and will require you to actively manage client portfolios, manage project delivery, coordinating junior resource and BDO tax specialists, to deliver exceptional client service. Owning client relationships with the senior team is key, and you'll be heavily involved in business development and innovation activities to support our business growth. This role will involve consideration of a range of taxes including corporate, indirect and employment taxes; our work is broader than any one area of tax and at the senior manager level, we require candidates with a depth of tax experience, specifically with TA&RM experience, with good commercial awareness who are eager to learn, adapt and contribute to this area of growth for the business. Importantly, we are looking for natural curiosity about how tax functions and businesses run, from the governance, processes and controls to the people and technology they use and the tax technical issues relevant to them. We'll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be both comfortable working pro-actively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with the team at all levels to help businesses effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to organisations we work with, acting as a key part of BDO's relationships with our clients. We are looking for someone: To act as a key point of contact within the firm for our clients, together with the senior team. With experience of TA&RM work (including such as tax strategy, SAO and CCO compliance, HMRC Business Risk Reviews, developing the tax control framework and tax operating model, advising on tax risk management e.g. tax risk registers.) With a strong presentation style, and confidence in hosting workshops, training sessions and webinars, often to Board level, and with strong tax technical experience to be able to talk knowledgeably at a good level about a range of tax issues. With experience in end-to-end project delivery, who can lead projects with complexity to deliver quality advice. Who has a keen interest in helping clients develop tax governance and developing bespoke scopes of work to meet our clients' needs. With personal responsibility for own decisions and the actions of others. Educated to degree level, and/or CTA and/or ACA qualified or equivalent, or relevant experience. You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer every colleague the opportunity to work in ways that suit our clients, the task at hand, our teams, and you. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for the companies we work with and satisfying experiences for our colleagues - BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions. We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better. LI-
Job Title: Interim Senior Governance Officer Location: Dudley Day Rate: Competitive Role Summary This role will work closely with the Director and Monitoring Officer to support the delivery of key governance projects and priorities across the organisation. The postholder will take delegated responsibility for areas within the Monitoring Officer's remit, with a strong focus on strengthening governance arrangements through effective process mapping and embedding robust decision-making frameworks at both Member and Officer level. The role will play a critical part in implementing and embedding key governance frameworks, including the Member and Officer Protocol and the Constitution, while supporting the organisation's ambition to enhance and embed effective scrutiny. Operating at a level equivalent to a Monitoring Officer or Deputy Monitoring Officer, the successful candidate will bring significant expertise in governance and decision-making, providing high-level advice and ensuring compliance with statutory and best practice standards. Connect2Dudley is a trading style of Dudley & Kent Commercial Services LTD - A joint venture between Dudley Metropolitan Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Dudley is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.
May 27, 2026
Seasonal
Job Title: Interim Senior Governance Officer Location: Dudley Day Rate: Competitive Role Summary This role will work closely with the Director and Monitoring Officer to support the delivery of key governance projects and priorities across the organisation. The postholder will take delegated responsibility for areas within the Monitoring Officer's remit, with a strong focus on strengthening governance arrangements through effective process mapping and embedding robust decision-making frameworks at both Member and Officer level. The role will play a critical part in implementing and embedding key governance frameworks, including the Member and Officer Protocol and the Constitution, while supporting the organisation's ambition to enhance and embed effective scrutiny. Operating at a level equivalent to a Monitoring Officer or Deputy Monitoring Officer, the successful candidate will bring significant expertise in governance and decision-making, providing high-level advice and ensuring compliance with statutory and best practice standards. Connect2Dudley is a trading style of Dudley & Kent Commercial Services LTD - A joint venture between Dudley Metropolitan Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Dudley is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.
Data Protection Officer Location: Doncaster Salary : £35,000 per annum Vacancy Type: Permanent, Full Time Hours: Monday to Friday 08:30am - 17.30pm (One hour unpaid for lunch) 40 hours per week. Role Overview We are seeking an experienced and proactive Data Protection Officer specialising in Data Protection Governance to support and strengthen our data protection, privacy, and information governance framework across our UK food manufacturing operations. The successful candidate will ensure compliance with UK GDPR, the Data Protection Act 2018, and related regulatory obligations while supporting a culture of responsible data handling across our UK operations and ensure we are achieving ISO27001 accreditation. This role requires a practical understanding of governance within a regulated manufacturing environment, including management of employee, supplier, customer, and operational data. Key Responsibilities Data Protection & Governance Assist with the development, maintenance and protection of our organisation s data protection and information governance framework. Monitor compliance with UK GDPR, Data Protection Act 2018, PECR, and relevant industry standards. Maintain and review data protection policies, procedures, records of processing activities (ROPA), and governance controls making recommendations for improvement on a cyclic basis. Conduct data protection impact assessments (DPIAs) and legitimate interest assessments (LIAs) to be approved by the Head of compliance. Support privacy-by-design initiatives across business projects and operational changes. Manage data retention schedules and oversee secure disposal practices. Become SME for the organisation's PECR activities alongside the Head of HR & Finance Director. Compliance Monitoring & Risk Management Conduct regular compliance audits and risk assessments across functions. Identify gaps in compliance controls and recommend corrective actions. Investigate and manage data incidents, breaches, and near misses, including ICO reporting where required. Track regulatory developments and provide guidance on emerging privacy and governance risks. Stakeholder Support Promote a culture of accountability and data governance throughout the business. Support internal and external audits relating to compliance and information governance. Third-Party & Supplier Governance Review supplier contracts and data processing agreements. Conduct due diligence on third-party processors and service providers. Monitor international data transfers and associated safeguards. Reporting & Documentation Prepare compliance reports and management updates for senior leadership. Maintain accurate compliance records and evidence for regulatory inspections. Support responses to subject access requests (SARs), data deletion requests, and other data subject rights. Essential Skills & Experience Proven experience in a data protection, compliance, governance, or privacy role. Strong working knowledge of UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018. Experience managing compliance within a manufacturing, food production, FMCG, or regulated environment. Understanding of information governance principles and risk management practices. Experience conducting audits, DPIAs, and compliance investigations. Excellent organisational, analytical, and communication skills. Ability to engage effectively with operational and corporate stakeholders Desirable Qualifications & Experience Experience working with ISO 27001, BRCGS, or other governance frameworks. Familiarity with cybersecurity and information security controls however, full training will be given on Data Protection Officer duties and technical controls. Knowledge of supplier governance and contract compliance. Personal Attributes High level of integrity and professionalism. Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving capability. Confident communicator with the ability to influence stakeholders. Pragmatic and commercially aware approach to compliance. Able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Benefits: 3% pension after probation. 28 days holiday Full training provided To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Chesterfield Poultry, please do not hesitate to apply.
May 27, 2026
Full time
Data Protection Officer Location: Doncaster Salary : £35,000 per annum Vacancy Type: Permanent, Full Time Hours: Monday to Friday 08:30am - 17.30pm (One hour unpaid for lunch) 40 hours per week. Role Overview We are seeking an experienced and proactive Data Protection Officer specialising in Data Protection Governance to support and strengthen our data protection, privacy, and information governance framework across our UK food manufacturing operations. The successful candidate will ensure compliance with UK GDPR, the Data Protection Act 2018, and related regulatory obligations while supporting a culture of responsible data handling across our UK operations and ensure we are achieving ISO27001 accreditation. This role requires a practical understanding of governance within a regulated manufacturing environment, including management of employee, supplier, customer, and operational data. Key Responsibilities Data Protection & Governance Assist with the development, maintenance and protection of our organisation s data protection and information governance framework. Monitor compliance with UK GDPR, Data Protection Act 2018, PECR, and relevant industry standards. Maintain and review data protection policies, procedures, records of processing activities (ROPA), and governance controls making recommendations for improvement on a cyclic basis. Conduct data protection impact assessments (DPIAs) and legitimate interest assessments (LIAs) to be approved by the Head of compliance. Support privacy-by-design initiatives across business projects and operational changes. Manage data retention schedules and oversee secure disposal practices. Become SME for the organisation's PECR activities alongside the Head of HR & Finance Director. Compliance Monitoring & Risk Management Conduct regular compliance audits and risk assessments across functions. Identify gaps in compliance controls and recommend corrective actions. Investigate and manage data incidents, breaches, and near misses, including ICO reporting where required. Track regulatory developments and provide guidance on emerging privacy and governance risks. Stakeholder Support Promote a culture of accountability and data governance throughout the business. Support internal and external audits relating to compliance and information governance. Third-Party & Supplier Governance Review supplier contracts and data processing agreements. Conduct due diligence on third-party processors and service providers. Monitor international data transfers and associated safeguards. Reporting & Documentation Prepare compliance reports and management updates for senior leadership. Maintain accurate compliance records and evidence for regulatory inspections. Support responses to subject access requests (SARs), data deletion requests, and other data subject rights. Essential Skills & Experience Proven experience in a data protection, compliance, governance, or privacy role. Strong working knowledge of UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018. Experience managing compliance within a manufacturing, food production, FMCG, or regulated environment. Understanding of information governance principles and risk management practices. Experience conducting audits, DPIAs, and compliance investigations. Excellent organisational, analytical, and communication skills. Ability to engage effectively with operational and corporate stakeholders Desirable Qualifications & Experience Experience working with ISO 27001, BRCGS, or other governance frameworks. Familiarity with cybersecurity and information security controls however, full training will be given on Data Protection Officer duties and technical controls. Knowledge of supplier governance and contract compliance. Personal Attributes High level of integrity and professionalism. Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving capability. Confident communicator with the ability to influence stakeholders. Pragmatic and commercially aware approach to compliance. Able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Benefits: 3% pension after probation. 28 days holiday Full training provided To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Chesterfield Poultry, please do not hesitate to apply.
Heritage Consultant Location: Bourne End Salary: Competitive + Benefits + Hybrid Working An independent planning and heritage consultancy with a strong reputation across the South East is looking to appoint a Heritage Consultant to join its growing team based in Bourne End. This is an exciting opportunity for a heritage professional seeking to work on a diverse portfolio of historically significant projects within a highly respected specialist consultancy environment. The practice advises on a broad range of heritage and planning matters, working across residential, commercial, rural, and mixed-use developments, with particular expertise in heritage-led regeneration and development within sensitive historic settings. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with planners, architects, developers, private clients, and local authorities on projects involving listed buildings, conservation areas, historic estates, and designated heritage assets. Key Responsibilities Prepare Heritage Statements, Heritage Impact Assessments, and Statements of Significance Provide advice on listed buildings, conservation areas, and heritage constraints Support planning applications and appeals involving heritage assets Undertake site visits and heritage appraisals Liaise with local authorities, conservation officers, and project stakeholders Contribute to project strategy and client advice Assist with research and report preparation across a range of heritage-led developments About You The successful candidate is likely to have: A degree in Heritage, Conservation, Architecture, Planning, Archaeology, or a related discipline Experience within a consultancy, planning, or heritage environment Strong understanding of UK heritage legislation and policy Excellent written communication and report-writing skills Experience preparing heritage assessments and related documentation A collaborative and commercially aware approach Membership of IHBC or a related professional body would be advantageous This opportunity would suit an existing Heritage Consultant, Built Heritage Specialist, or a planner with strong heritage experience looking to specialise further within the sector. What's on Offer Competitive salary and benefits package Hybrid and flexible working Exposure to high-profile heritage and planning projects Strong career progression opportunities Supportive and collaborative team environment Opportunity to work within a respected specialist consultancy For a confidential discussion regarding this opportunity, please get in touch.
May 27, 2026
Full time
Heritage Consultant Location: Bourne End Salary: Competitive + Benefits + Hybrid Working An independent planning and heritage consultancy with a strong reputation across the South East is looking to appoint a Heritage Consultant to join its growing team based in Bourne End. This is an exciting opportunity for a heritage professional seeking to work on a diverse portfolio of historically significant projects within a highly respected specialist consultancy environment. The practice advises on a broad range of heritage and planning matters, working across residential, commercial, rural, and mixed-use developments, with particular expertise in heritage-led regeneration and development within sensitive historic settings. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with planners, architects, developers, private clients, and local authorities on projects involving listed buildings, conservation areas, historic estates, and designated heritage assets. Key Responsibilities Prepare Heritage Statements, Heritage Impact Assessments, and Statements of Significance Provide advice on listed buildings, conservation areas, and heritage constraints Support planning applications and appeals involving heritage assets Undertake site visits and heritage appraisals Liaise with local authorities, conservation officers, and project stakeholders Contribute to project strategy and client advice Assist with research and report preparation across a range of heritage-led developments About You The successful candidate is likely to have: A degree in Heritage, Conservation, Architecture, Planning, Archaeology, or a related discipline Experience within a consultancy, planning, or heritage environment Strong understanding of UK heritage legislation and policy Excellent written communication and report-writing skills Experience preparing heritage assessments and related documentation A collaborative and commercially aware approach Membership of IHBC or a related professional body would be advantageous This opportunity would suit an existing Heritage Consultant, Built Heritage Specialist, or a planner with strong heritage experience looking to specialise further within the sector. What's on Offer Competitive salary and benefits package Hybrid and flexible working Exposure to high-profile heritage and planning projects Strong career progression opportunities Supportive and collaborative team environment Opportunity to work within a respected specialist consultancy For a confidential discussion regarding this opportunity, please get in touch.
South Norfolk and Broadland Council
Norwich, Norfolk
We are looking to appoint a Planning Officer to join a multi disciplinary, motivated and friendly Development Management Team. Working for two authorities creates the opportunity to build your knowledge on a wide range of planning applications and to help shape and deliver against our ambitious growth agenda while also protecting our strong built and natural environment. We have a lot to deliver, handling circa 4000 planning applications per year covering a diverse area including urban areas, rural areas and vibrant market towns. We have some significant housing and commercial sites to deliver alongside enabling infrastructure including large scale residential schemes in Broadland's Growth Triangle, key employment sites including enterprise zones, and a newly adopted Local plan for Greater Norwich to deliver against. We are therefore looking for a Planning Officer to work within one of our area teams who is motivated and ambitious, is a strong team player and ready to play a vital role in helping to create exceptional places to live and work for our residents. What you'll be doing Process general enquiries and advise on whether planning permission is required Assess planning applications and discharge condition applications including site inspections, publicity, liaison with technical consultees, negotiation with applicants/agents, objectors and the public. Prepare delegated reports and recommendations to committee in respect of planning applications. Prepare evidence, land use history and statements in the preparation of appeals. Provide information and advice to the elected members, public and other parties on development management issues. Undertake project work/administrative duties in support of the work of the development management team, including monitoring compliance with planning permissions. The post requires the ability to travel to different locations, but offers a work/life balance with hybrid home and office working. Office days are located in the modern Horizon office building located just outside the historic City of Norwich, a university and cathedral city with a thriving regional arts scene and cosmopolitan culture situated in an area of exceptional natural beauty including The Broads and the Norfolk Coast. The city has the facilities of a regional capital and great transport links. The offices are served directly by city centre bus connections and has its own Beryl bike docking station as well as plentiful cycle parking. What you'll be doing Process general enquiries and advise on whether planning permission is required Assess planning applications and discharge condition applications including site inspections, publicity, liaison with technical consultees, negotiation with applicants/agents, objectors and the public. Prepare delegated reports and recommendations to committee in respect of planning applications. Prepare evidence, land use history and statements in the preparation of appeals. Provide information and advice to the elected members, public and other parties on development management issues. Undertake project work/administrative duties in support of the work of the development management team, including monitoring compliance with planning permissions. Essential Requirements: Relevant qualification (HNC or related degree) and/or proven equivalent relevant experience in a planning environment. Minimum 3 A levels or equivalent and GCSEs to include English Language and Maths or NVQ Administration Level 3. Ideally will have experience in a Development Management Team determining planning applications. Closing Date: Sunday 7th June Interview Date: To be confirmed Why Join Us? We offer flexible working hours for most office-based roles, allowing for a healthy work-life balance. As part of our team, you will enjoy a range of employee benefits, including free onsite parking, employee discounts, a competitive holiday allowance, wellbeing initiatives, and the opportunity to join the Local Government Pension Scheme. You will be joining a progressive and supportive organisation that is committed to making a positive impact on the communities we serve. The Councils reserve the right to close any and all vacancies at any time if there is judged to be a sufficient number of applications received. South Norfolk and Broadland Councils are committed to promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and all applicants must be willing to undergo appropriate checks for the position, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.
May 27, 2026
Full time
We are looking to appoint a Planning Officer to join a multi disciplinary, motivated and friendly Development Management Team. Working for two authorities creates the opportunity to build your knowledge on a wide range of planning applications and to help shape and deliver against our ambitious growth agenda while also protecting our strong built and natural environment. We have a lot to deliver, handling circa 4000 planning applications per year covering a diverse area including urban areas, rural areas and vibrant market towns. We have some significant housing and commercial sites to deliver alongside enabling infrastructure including large scale residential schemes in Broadland's Growth Triangle, key employment sites including enterprise zones, and a newly adopted Local plan for Greater Norwich to deliver against. We are therefore looking for a Planning Officer to work within one of our area teams who is motivated and ambitious, is a strong team player and ready to play a vital role in helping to create exceptional places to live and work for our residents. What you'll be doing Process general enquiries and advise on whether planning permission is required Assess planning applications and discharge condition applications including site inspections, publicity, liaison with technical consultees, negotiation with applicants/agents, objectors and the public. Prepare delegated reports and recommendations to committee in respect of planning applications. Prepare evidence, land use history and statements in the preparation of appeals. Provide information and advice to the elected members, public and other parties on development management issues. Undertake project work/administrative duties in support of the work of the development management team, including monitoring compliance with planning permissions. The post requires the ability to travel to different locations, but offers a work/life balance with hybrid home and office working. Office days are located in the modern Horizon office building located just outside the historic City of Norwich, a university and cathedral city with a thriving regional arts scene and cosmopolitan culture situated in an area of exceptional natural beauty including The Broads and the Norfolk Coast. The city has the facilities of a regional capital and great transport links. The offices are served directly by city centre bus connections and has its own Beryl bike docking station as well as plentiful cycle parking. What you'll be doing Process general enquiries and advise on whether planning permission is required Assess planning applications and discharge condition applications including site inspections, publicity, liaison with technical consultees, negotiation with applicants/agents, objectors and the public. Prepare delegated reports and recommendations to committee in respect of planning applications. Prepare evidence, land use history and statements in the preparation of appeals. Provide information and advice to the elected members, public and other parties on development management issues. Undertake project work/administrative duties in support of the work of the development management team, including monitoring compliance with planning permissions. Essential Requirements: Relevant qualification (HNC or related degree) and/or proven equivalent relevant experience in a planning environment. Minimum 3 A levels or equivalent and GCSEs to include English Language and Maths or NVQ Administration Level 3. Ideally will have experience in a Development Management Team determining planning applications. Closing Date: Sunday 7th June Interview Date: To be confirmed Why Join Us? We offer flexible working hours for most office-based roles, allowing for a healthy work-life balance. As part of our team, you will enjoy a range of employee benefits, including free onsite parking, employee discounts, a competitive holiday allowance, wellbeing initiatives, and the opportunity to join the Local Government Pension Scheme. You will be joining a progressive and supportive organisation that is committed to making a positive impact on the communities we serve. The Councils reserve the right to close any and all vacancies at any time if there is judged to be a sufficient number of applications received. South Norfolk and Broadland Councils are committed to promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and all applicants must be willing to undergo appropriate checks for the position, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.
St Albans City and District Council
St. Albans, Hertfordshire
Salary : £46,871 to £50,998 per annum (inclusive) + Local Government Pension Scheme (pay award pending) Contract : Permanent, full-time (37 hours per week) Location : Civic Centre, St Peter's Street, St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL1 3JE. Flexible working options available, including hybrid workingJob reference: P1815 About the role An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Procurement & Contracts Solicitor in the Legal Shared Service Procurement and Contracts Team. This pivotal role will predominantly: • Provide high level, robust and specialist professional legal advice and support in the provision of contract and procurement-related legal services to the Council(s), their senior officers and councillors• Ensure client requirements are met within legal constraints• In addition, the postholder will support the achievement of the Council's corporate plan, projects and aims and ensure the delivery of high-quality customer service from the in-house team, external solicitors and from counsel.• Key Responsibilities• Lead on complex legal matters, identifying potential areas of risk and liability and advising on solution focused strategies• Ensure Legal Shared Services provides proactive, pragmatic, robust and solution focused advice and a support service to all clients (internal and external)• Research, analyse, investigate and provide legal advice to councillors and to officers on any matter within the functions of the Council• Attend Member and Officer meetings as required, including meetings of the Council, Cabinet and Committees, to ensure that decisions are lawful About You We're seeking a confident legal professional with: • Legal expertise and experience in procurement and contracts law• Strong interpersonal and client management skills• A collaborative approach to working across Councils and teamsGuided by our Sustainability and Climate Crisis Strategy, we put the environment at the heart of every decision. We live our values-trust, care, confidence, collaboration and customer focus-while delivering sustainable services and reducing environmental impact. Join us and make a difference. About St Albans St Albans is a unique English Cathedral City with a colourful history, evident in its Roman remains, beautiful architecture, heritage sites and conservation areas. Set within the green belt and located off the M25, A1M and M1, the District includes a cathedral, vibrant city centre and thriving villages.Our centrally located offices are close to the station (London St Pancras in 20 minutes), shops and restaurants. In short, it is a great place to live and work. Benefits In addition to working within a great team and receiving a competitive salary, you will have access to: • 30.5 days basic annual leave (increasing with service) plus bank holidays• (Annual leave will be pro-rated for anyone who does not work a standard full-time pattern of 37 hours over 5 days, for example part-time staff)• Local Government Pension Scheme• Flexible working options• Staff parking permit• Reimbursement of professional fees• Comprehensive development and training• Discounted membership at selected local sports and fitness centres• Access to discounts and benefits via an online platform Additional Information Disability Confident We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets all the essential criteria for the post. Disclosure Checks This post is subject to a Basic Disclosure Check. English Fluency The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post. For those whose language is a signed language, the provision of a sign language interpreter who speaks English to the required standard of fluency will be provided. Further information about the legal requirement can be found online.If you're ready to take the next step in your legal career and help shape the future of our Legal Shared Service, we'd love to hear from you. Closing date for applications: 5 June 2026 Interviews are scheduled for the weeks commencing 15 June 2026 and 22 June 2026. Please note : Interviews are conducted throughout the application process. We reserve the right to close the vacancy at an earlier date and strongly encourage early applications.You may have experience in the following: Procurement Solicitor, Contracts Solicitor, Commercial Solicitor, Local Government Solicitor, Public Sector Lawyer, Procurement Lawyer, Contracts Lawyer, Commercial Lawyer, Legal Officer, Senior Solicitor, Local Authority Lawyer.REF-
May 27, 2026
Full time
Salary : £46,871 to £50,998 per annum (inclusive) + Local Government Pension Scheme (pay award pending) Contract : Permanent, full-time (37 hours per week) Location : Civic Centre, St Peter's Street, St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL1 3JE. Flexible working options available, including hybrid workingJob reference: P1815 About the role An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Procurement & Contracts Solicitor in the Legal Shared Service Procurement and Contracts Team. This pivotal role will predominantly: • Provide high level, robust and specialist professional legal advice and support in the provision of contract and procurement-related legal services to the Council(s), their senior officers and councillors• Ensure client requirements are met within legal constraints• In addition, the postholder will support the achievement of the Council's corporate plan, projects and aims and ensure the delivery of high-quality customer service from the in-house team, external solicitors and from counsel.• Key Responsibilities• Lead on complex legal matters, identifying potential areas of risk and liability and advising on solution focused strategies• Ensure Legal Shared Services provides proactive, pragmatic, robust and solution focused advice and a support service to all clients (internal and external)• Research, analyse, investigate and provide legal advice to councillors and to officers on any matter within the functions of the Council• Attend Member and Officer meetings as required, including meetings of the Council, Cabinet and Committees, to ensure that decisions are lawful About You We're seeking a confident legal professional with: • Legal expertise and experience in procurement and contracts law• Strong interpersonal and client management skills• A collaborative approach to working across Councils and teamsGuided by our Sustainability and Climate Crisis Strategy, we put the environment at the heart of every decision. We live our values-trust, care, confidence, collaboration and customer focus-while delivering sustainable services and reducing environmental impact. Join us and make a difference. About St Albans St Albans is a unique English Cathedral City with a colourful history, evident in its Roman remains, beautiful architecture, heritage sites and conservation areas. Set within the green belt and located off the M25, A1M and M1, the District includes a cathedral, vibrant city centre and thriving villages.Our centrally located offices are close to the station (London St Pancras in 20 minutes), shops and restaurants. In short, it is a great place to live and work. Benefits In addition to working within a great team and receiving a competitive salary, you will have access to: • 30.5 days basic annual leave (increasing with service) plus bank holidays• (Annual leave will be pro-rated for anyone who does not work a standard full-time pattern of 37 hours over 5 days, for example part-time staff)• Local Government Pension Scheme• Flexible working options• Staff parking permit• Reimbursement of professional fees• Comprehensive development and training• Discounted membership at selected local sports and fitness centres• Access to discounts and benefits via an online platform Additional Information Disability Confident We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets all the essential criteria for the post. Disclosure Checks This post is subject to a Basic Disclosure Check. English Fluency The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post. For those whose language is a signed language, the provision of a sign language interpreter who speaks English to the required standard of fluency will be provided. Further information about the legal requirement can be found online.If you're ready to take the next step in your legal career and help shape the future of our Legal Shared Service, we'd love to hear from you. Closing date for applications: 5 June 2026 Interviews are scheduled for the weeks commencing 15 June 2026 and 22 June 2026. Please note : Interviews are conducted throughout the application process. We reserve the right to close the vacancy at an earlier date and strongly encourage early applications.You may have experience in the following: Procurement Solicitor, Contracts Solicitor, Commercial Solicitor, Local Government Solicitor, Public Sector Lawyer, Procurement Lawyer, Contracts Lawyer, Commercial Lawyer, Legal Officer, Senior Solicitor, Local Authority Lawyer.REF-
Universal Business Team
Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire
Our client is a design-led interior refurbishment and furniture business specialising in the education sector, with a strong reputation across private schools, academies, and learning environments. The business delivers integrated solutions spanning design, refurbishment, furniture, and modular construction. With a current turnover of c. 15m and a clear pathway to 20m+, they are entering an exciting new phase of growth. Recent strategic developments include: Expansion into modular/off-site construction through a new division A major 35m modular programme Growing international opportunities across Europe and the US Our client combines a strong brand, loyal client base, and a differentiated offer, but now requires enhanced leadership, structure, and commercial discipline to fully realise its potential. The Opportunity This is a rare opportunity to lead a well-established, respected business into its next stage of growth and professionalisation. Working alongside an experienced COO and CFO, the CEO will take full responsibility for commercial performance, leadership, and strategic direction, ensuring the business delivers sustainable, profitable growth. This is not a turnaround; it is a scale-up opportunity with strong foundations, a healthy pipeline, and significant headroom for improvement. The Role Provide clear leadership and strategic direction to the business Build and maintain a credible sales pipeline to support 20m+ turnover Lead the commercial strategy, driving revenue growth and margin improvement Ensure alignment between sales, operations, and financial performance Implement robust performance management, reporting, and accountability structures Lead and develop the senior leadership team (COO and CFO) Oversee delivery of key programmes, including the current 35m project Strengthen financial discipline, including margin, cash flow, and project control Manage relationships with shareholders and the board Support expansion into new geographies and service lines Requirements Sector Experience Interior fit-out or commercial refurbishment Design-and-build contracting Specialist construction services Modular/off-site construction Workplace or education interiors You will likely have operated at a senior level within a 15m- 50m project-based business. Commercial Expertise A proven track record of building and converting strong project pipelines Experience delivering profitable growth in project-based environments Strong understanding of margin control, pricing strategy, and project risk The ability to align commercial, operational, and financial functions Leadership Style Commercially sharp and operationally decisive Experienced in leading multi-disciplinary teams Comfortable in a hands-on SME environment Able to bring structure, clarity, and accountability Credible with shareholders, clients, and senior stakeholders Personal Attributes Pragmatic, results-oriented, and resilient Strong communicator with natural leadership presence Able to balance strategic thinking with execution Comfortable leading through change and growth Benefits Generous package including bonus and incentives
May 27, 2026
Full time
Our client is a design-led interior refurbishment and furniture business specialising in the education sector, with a strong reputation across private schools, academies, and learning environments. The business delivers integrated solutions spanning design, refurbishment, furniture, and modular construction. With a current turnover of c. 15m and a clear pathway to 20m+, they are entering an exciting new phase of growth. Recent strategic developments include: Expansion into modular/off-site construction through a new division A major 35m modular programme Growing international opportunities across Europe and the US Our client combines a strong brand, loyal client base, and a differentiated offer, but now requires enhanced leadership, structure, and commercial discipline to fully realise its potential. The Opportunity This is a rare opportunity to lead a well-established, respected business into its next stage of growth and professionalisation. Working alongside an experienced COO and CFO, the CEO will take full responsibility for commercial performance, leadership, and strategic direction, ensuring the business delivers sustainable, profitable growth. This is not a turnaround; it is a scale-up opportunity with strong foundations, a healthy pipeline, and significant headroom for improvement. The Role Provide clear leadership and strategic direction to the business Build and maintain a credible sales pipeline to support 20m+ turnover Lead the commercial strategy, driving revenue growth and margin improvement Ensure alignment between sales, operations, and financial performance Implement robust performance management, reporting, and accountability structures Lead and develop the senior leadership team (COO and CFO) Oversee delivery of key programmes, including the current 35m project Strengthen financial discipline, including margin, cash flow, and project control Manage relationships with shareholders and the board Support expansion into new geographies and service lines Requirements Sector Experience Interior fit-out or commercial refurbishment Design-and-build contracting Specialist construction services Modular/off-site construction Workplace or education interiors You will likely have operated at a senior level within a 15m- 50m project-based business. Commercial Expertise A proven track record of building and converting strong project pipelines Experience delivering profitable growth in project-based environments Strong understanding of margin control, pricing strategy, and project risk The ability to align commercial, operational, and financial functions Leadership Style Commercially sharp and operationally decisive Experienced in leading multi-disciplinary teams Comfortable in a hands-on SME environment Able to bring structure, clarity, and accountability Credible with shareholders, clients, and senior stakeholders Personal Attributes Pragmatic, results-oriented, and resilient Strong communicator with natural leadership presence Able to balance strategic thinking with execution Comfortable leading through change and growth Benefits Generous package including bonus and incentives
Who we are GlobalData operates an intelligence platform that empowers leaders to act decisively in a world of complexity and change. By uniting proprietary data, human expertise, and purpose-built AI into a single, connected platform, we help organizations see what s coming, move faster, and lead with confidence. Our solutions are used by over 5,000 organizations across the world s largest industries, delivering tailored intelligence that supports strategic planning, innovation, risk management, and sustainable growth. Why join GlobalData? GlobalData is at a pivotal point in its growth journey and we need curious, ambitious, courageous people to support us in achieving our vision to deliver intelligence that transforms uncertainty into opportunity for the world s most successful organizations.? Our big ambitions mean that life at GlobalData is fast paced, entrepreneurial and rewarding. Working together in an intellectually challenging environment, where learning is super-charged to keep us on our toes, the highly stimulating, fast-paced, global environment we operate in, and our bold ambitions result in unique learning opportunities for our people. The role We are looking for an ambitious, experienced and driven Commercial Legal Officer to work with and support our growing non-healthcare Legal and Compliance team in drafting and negotiating commercial contracts (including, but not limited to, data-as-a-service agreements, software as a service agreements, non-disclosure agreements, master service agreements, consultancy agreements, data protection agreements, intellectual property licensing agreements, variations, and public and private procurement contracts), ensuring data protection compliance, enforcing the group s artificial intelligence policies and procedures, and assisting the head of legal with intellectual property matters where appropriate. A successful candidate will liaise with the wider non-healthcare legal team and commercial stakeholders across the group. What you ll be doing Provision of support in the drafting /review / negotiation of commercial documents and agreements Record management: managing the execution of agreements. Research: ability to research ad hoc points of law and regulation, assimilate new requirements, advise on them to head of legal and the wider group and lead implementation of them with support from the head of legal. Provide support and ensure compliance with global data privacy regimes, using the group s GDPR-linked policies and procedures as a baseline. Monitoring regulatory changes, identifying gaps, supporting the legal team in devising and implementing required actions. Drafting new policies and procedures. What we re looking for Law degree or equivalent. Experience in commercial law (including an understanding of contract law principles). Previous experience and good working knowledge of commercial contracts in an in-house setting or in a law firm as a paralegal. Experience in UK/EU Data Protection Laws and requirements. International elements will also need to be considered, but the candidate will be fully supported by the legal team. Good attention to detail and good organisational skills. Good document management skills. Hard-working, self-motivated, enjoying diverse tasks and early responsibility. Adaptable, friendly, and good team-player; you will be engaging with colleagues both in legal and across the business on a daily basis. Someone who works pragmatically, is commercially minded and factors in the needs of the business when providing legal support. Accordingly, commercial awareness is essential. In addition to a rewarding career, we support our GlobalData colleagues with a range of benefits across health, finances, fitness, travel, tech and more. To find out more about the roles and benefits on offer in your region, visit (url removed) GlobalData believes strongly in the value of diversity and creating supportive, inclusive environments where our colleagues can succeed. As such, we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. GlobalData is determined to ensure that no applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of gender, age, disability, religion, belief, sexual orientation, marital status, race, or is disadvantaged by conditions or requirements which cannot be shown to be justifiable.
May 27, 2026
Full time
Who we are GlobalData operates an intelligence platform that empowers leaders to act decisively in a world of complexity and change. By uniting proprietary data, human expertise, and purpose-built AI into a single, connected platform, we help organizations see what s coming, move faster, and lead with confidence. Our solutions are used by over 5,000 organizations across the world s largest industries, delivering tailored intelligence that supports strategic planning, innovation, risk management, and sustainable growth. Why join GlobalData? GlobalData is at a pivotal point in its growth journey and we need curious, ambitious, courageous people to support us in achieving our vision to deliver intelligence that transforms uncertainty into opportunity for the world s most successful organizations.? Our big ambitions mean that life at GlobalData is fast paced, entrepreneurial and rewarding. Working together in an intellectually challenging environment, where learning is super-charged to keep us on our toes, the highly stimulating, fast-paced, global environment we operate in, and our bold ambitions result in unique learning opportunities for our people. The role We are looking for an ambitious, experienced and driven Commercial Legal Officer to work with and support our growing non-healthcare Legal and Compliance team in drafting and negotiating commercial contracts (including, but not limited to, data-as-a-service agreements, software as a service agreements, non-disclosure agreements, master service agreements, consultancy agreements, data protection agreements, intellectual property licensing agreements, variations, and public and private procurement contracts), ensuring data protection compliance, enforcing the group s artificial intelligence policies and procedures, and assisting the head of legal with intellectual property matters where appropriate. A successful candidate will liaise with the wider non-healthcare legal team and commercial stakeholders across the group. What you ll be doing Provision of support in the drafting /review / negotiation of commercial documents and agreements Record management: managing the execution of agreements. Research: ability to research ad hoc points of law and regulation, assimilate new requirements, advise on them to head of legal and the wider group and lead implementation of them with support from the head of legal. Provide support and ensure compliance with global data privacy regimes, using the group s GDPR-linked policies and procedures as a baseline. Monitoring regulatory changes, identifying gaps, supporting the legal team in devising and implementing required actions. Drafting new policies and procedures. What we re looking for Law degree or equivalent. Experience in commercial law (including an understanding of contract law principles). Previous experience and good working knowledge of commercial contracts in an in-house setting or in a law firm as a paralegal. Experience in UK/EU Data Protection Laws and requirements. International elements will also need to be considered, but the candidate will be fully supported by the legal team. Good attention to detail and good organisational skills. Good document management skills. Hard-working, self-motivated, enjoying diverse tasks and early responsibility. Adaptable, friendly, and good team-player; you will be engaging with colleagues both in legal and across the business on a daily basis. Someone who works pragmatically, is commercially minded and factors in the needs of the business when providing legal support. Accordingly, commercial awareness is essential. In addition to a rewarding career, we support our GlobalData colleagues with a range of benefits across health, finances, fitness, travel, tech and more. To find out more about the roles and benefits on offer in your region, visit (url removed) GlobalData believes strongly in the value of diversity and creating supportive, inclusive environments where our colleagues can succeed. As such, we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. GlobalData is determined to ensure that no applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of gender, age, disability, religion, belief, sexual orientation, marital status, race, or is disadvantaged by conditions or requirements which cannot be shown to be justifiable.
Who we are GlobalData operates an intelligence platform that empowers leaders to act decisively in a world of complexity and change. By uniting proprietary data, human expertise, and purpose-built AI into a single, connected platform, we help organizations see what s coming, move faster, and lead with confidence. Our solutions are used by over 5,000 organizations across the world s largest industries, delivering tailored intelligence that supports strategic planning, innovation, risk management, and sustainable growth. Why join GlobalData? GlobalData is at a pivotal point in its growth journey and we need curious, ambitious, courageous people to support us in achieving our vision to deliver intelligence that transforms uncertainty into opportunity for the world s most successful organizations.? Our big ambitions mean that life at GlobalData is fast paced, entrepreneurial and rewarding. Working together in an intellectually challenging environment, where learning is super-charged to keep us on our toes, the highly stimulating, fast-paced, global environment we operate in, and our bold ambitions result in unique learning opportunities for our people. The role We are looking for an ambitious, experienced and driven Commercial Legal Officer to work with and support our growing non-healthcare Legal and Compliance team in drafting and negotiating commercial contracts (including, but not limited to, data-as-a-service agreements, software as a service agreements, non-disclosure agreements, master service agreements, consultancy agreements, data protection agreements, intellectual property licensing agreements, variations, and public and private procurement contracts), ensuring data protection compliance, enforcing the group s artificial intelligence policies and procedures, and assisting the head of legal with intellectual property matters where appropriate. A successful candidate will liaise with the wider non-healthcare legal team and commercial stakeholders across the group. What you ll be doing Provision of support in the drafting /review / negotiation of commercial documents and agreements Record management: managing the execution of agreements. Research: ability to research ad hoc points of law and regulation, assimilate new requirements, advise on them to head of legal and the wider group and lead implementation of them with support from the head of legal. Provide support and ensure compliance with global data privacy regimes, using the group s GDPR-linked policies and procedures as a baseline. Monitoring regulatory changes, identifying gaps, supporting the legal team in devising and implementing required actions. Drafting new policies and procedures. What we re looking for Law degree or equivalent. Experience in commercial law (including an understanding of contract law principles). Previous experience and good working knowledge of commercial contracts in an in-house setting or in a law firm as a paralegal. Experience in UK/EU Data Protection Laws and requirements. International elements will also need to be considered, but the candidate will be fully supported by the legal team. Good attention to detail and good organisational skills. Good document management skills. Hard-working, self-motivated, enjoying diverse tasks and early responsibility. Adaptable, friendly, and good team-player; you will be engaging with colleagues both in legal and across the business on a daily basis. Someone who works pragmatically, is commercially minded and factors in the needs of the business when providing legal support. Accordingly, commercial awareness is essential. In addition to a rewarding career, we support our GlobalData colleagues with a range of benefits across health, finances, fitness, travel, tech and more. To find out more about the roles and benefits on offer in your region, visit (url removed) GlobalData believes strongly in the value of diversity and creating supportive, inclusive environments where our colleagues can succeed. As such, we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. GlobalData is determined to ensure that no applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of gender, age, disability, religion, belief, sexual orientation, marital status, race, or is disadvantaged by conditions or requirements which cannot be shown to be justifiable.
May 27, 2026
Full time
Who we are GlobalData operates an intelligence platform that empowers leaders to act decisively in a world of complexity and change. By uniting proprietary data, human expertise, and purpose-built AI into a single, connected platform, we help organizations see what s coming, move faster, and lead with confidence. Our solutions are used by over 5,000 organizations across the world s largest industries, delivering tailored intelligence that supports strategic planning, innovation, risk management, and sustainable growth. Why join GlobalData? GlobalData is at a pivotal point in its growth journey and we need curious, ambitious, courageous people to support us in achieving our vision to deliver intelligence that transforms uncertainty into opportunity for the world s most successful organizations.? Our big ambitions mean that life at GlobalData is fast paced, entrepreneurial and rewarding. Working together in an intellectually challenging environment, where learning is super-charged to keep us on our toes, the highly stimulating, fast-paced, global environment we operate in, and our bold ambitions result in unique learning opportunities for our people. The role We are looking for an ambitious, experienced and driven Commercial Legal Officer to work with and support our growing non-healthcare Legal and Compliance team in drafting and negotiating commercial contracts (including, but not limited to, data-as-a-service agreements, software as a service agreements, non-disclosure agreements, master service agreements, consultancy agreements, data protection agreements, intellectual property licensing agreements, variations, and public and private procurement contracts), ensuring data protection compliance, enforcing the group s artificial intelligence policies and procedures, and assisting the head of legal with intellectual property matters where appropriate. A successful candidate will liaise with the wider non-healthcare legal team and commercial stakeholders across the group. What you ll be doing Provision of support in the drafting /review / negotiation of commercial documents and agreements Record management: managing the execution of agreements. Research: ability to research ad hoc points of law and regulation, assimilate new requirements, advise on them to head of legal and the wider group and lead implementation of them with support from the head of legal. Provide support and ensure compliance with global data privacy regimes, using the group s GDPR-linked policies and procedures as a baseline. Monitoring regulatory changes, identifying gaps, supporting the legal team in devising and implementing required actions. Drafting new policies and procedures. What we re looking for Law degree or equivalent. Experience in commercial law (including an understanding of contract law principles). Previous experience and good working knowledge of commercial contracts in an in-house setting or in a law firm as a paralegal. Experience in UK/EU Data Protection Laws and requirements. International elements will also need to be considered, but the candidate will be fully supported by the legal team. Good attention to detail and good organisational skills. Good document management skills. Hard-working, self-motivated, enjoying diverse tasks and early responsibility. Adaptable, friendly, and good team-player; you will be engaging with colleagues both in legal and across the business on a daily basis. Someone who works pragmatically, is commercially minded and factors in the needs of the business when providing legal support. Accordingly, commercial awareness is essential. In addition to a rewarding career, we support our GlobalData colleagues with a range of benefits across health, finances, fitness, travel, tech and more. To find out more about the roles and benefits on offer in your region, visit (url removed) GlobalData believes strongly in the value of diversity and creating supportive, inclusive environments where our colleagues can succeed. As such, we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. GlobalData is determined to ensure that no applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of gender, age, disability, religion, belief, sexual orientation, marital status, race, or is disadvantaged by conditions or requirements which cannot be shown to be justifiable.
As a Senior Business support officer you will be required to do the following: Administrative Duties Support the Business Improvement and Support Manager with the development and delivery of key administrative functions for the designated service area. Line management of administrative staff to ensure effective support and delivery of key functions. Ensure staff are supervised, appropriately trained and have up to date My Annual Reviews. Contribute to service planning and delivery Manage routine enquiries from members of the general public and partner agencies. Work closely with senior managers to ensure services are flexible and in line with business needs. Attend key strategic meetings to contribute to planning and ensure key messages are understand and effectively communicated. Ensure localised administration procedures are relevant, maintained and distributed Manage the organisation of events, trips and related administration. Liaise with Service Leads to provide reports for meetings, ensuring deadlines are met Collation of annual reports, strategies and plans. Maintain registers for e.g. inventory Financial Duties Year-end procedure Responsible and accountable for petty cash where referral to senior manager is only for approval on individual spending items and where the postholder is in overall control Preparation of orders and identification of budget codes Maintain income and expenditure accounts Prepare accounts for audit inspection Responsible for reconciling bank statements monthly for appropriate accounts Employee Support Duties Prepare documentation where tasks require complete accuracy and confidentiality. Liaise with the relevant HR team as appropriate i.e. with respect to the recruitment process and for providing basic advice on HR policies. Responsible for ascertaining cover requirements in support areas and arranging that cover, in conjunction with the appropriate line manager where appropriate. Deliver training to others as directed Supporting recruiting managers with the recruitment of permanent employees and agency workers e.g. input of vacancies onto the recruitment system, planning and preparation for interviews, support on the day of interviews. Arrange temp / casual cover as required and process time sheets as necessary. Staff Supervision Supervise identified groups of staff and assist with the assessment and development of their training needs when required. Data Management Responsible for the management of significant information management systems Responsible and accountable for producing appropriate data for analysis Produce statistical information General Be aware of and comply with divisional and directorate policies and procedures relating to, health and safety, security, confidentiality data protection, child protection and vulnerable adults. Reporting all concerns to the appropriate person. Contribute to the overall ethos/work/aims of the division, directorate and the Council. Participate in training, other learning activities and performance development as required. Attend and participate in meetings as required. Any other duties commensurate with the duties/responsibilities/grade of the post All staff will be expected to accept reasonable flexibility in working arrangements and the allocation of duties including duties normally allocated to posts at a lower responsibility level, in pursuance of divisional, directorate and council objectives, and effective team working. Flexibility All staff are expected to accept reasonable flexibility in working arrangements and the allocation of duties including duties normally allocated to posts at a lower responsibility level, in pursuance of section, division, directorate and council aims, and effective team working. This role is NOT Hybrid, You will be required on site 5 days a week. This role is full time, 37 hours a week Monday to Friday, 9AM- 5PM. Connect2Dudley is a trading style of Dudley & Kent Commercial Services LTD - A joint venture between Dudley Metropolitan Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Dudley is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.
May 26, 2026
Seasonal
As a Senior Business support officer you will be required to do the following: Administrative Duties Support the Business Improvement and Support Manager with the development and delivery of key administrative functions for the designated service area. Line management of administrative staff to ensure effective support and delivery of key functions. Ensure staff are supervised, appropriately trained and have up to date My Annual Reviews. Contribute to service planning and delivery Manage routine enquiries from members of the general public and partner agencies. Work closely with senior managers to ensure services are flexible and in line with business needs. Attend key strategic meetings to contribute to planning and ensure key messages are understand and effectively communicated. Ensure localised administration procedures are relevant, maintained and distributed Manage the organisation of events, trips and related administration. Liaise with Service Leads to provide reports for meetings, ensuring deadlines are met Collation of annual reports, strategies and plans. Maintain registers for e.g. inventory Financial Duties Year-end procedure Responsible and accountable for petty cash where referral to senior manager is only for approval on individual spending items and where the postholder is in overall control Preparation of orders and identification of budget codes Maintain income and expenditure accounts Prepare accounts for audit inspection Responsible for reconciling bank statements monthly for appropriate accounts Employee Support Duties Prepare documentation where tasks require complete accuracy and confidentiality. Liaise with the relevant HR team as appropriate i.e. with respect to the recruitment process and for providing basic advice on HR policies. Responsible for ascertaining cover requirements in support areas and arranging that cover, in conjunction with the appropriate line manager where appropriate. Deliver training to others as directed Supporting recruiting managers with the recruitment of permanent employees and agency workers e.g. input of vacancies onto the recruitment system, planning and preparation for interviews, support on the day of interviews. Arrange temp / casual cover as required and process time sheets as necessary. Staff Supervision Supervise identified groups of staff and assist with the assessment and development of their training needs when required. Data Management Responsible for the management of significant information management systems Responsible and accountable for producing appropriate data for analysis Produce statistical information General Be aware of and comply with divisional and directorate policies and procedures relating to, health and safety, security, confidentiality data protection, child protection and vulnerable adults. Reporting all concerns to the appropriate person. Contribute to the overall ethos/work/aims of the division, directorate and the Council. Participate in training, other learning activities and performance development as required. Attend and participate in meetings as required. Any other duties commensurate with the duties/responsibilities/grade of the post All staff will be expected to accept reasonable flexibility in working arrangements and the allocation of duties including duties normally allocated to posts at a lower responsibility level, in pursuance of divisional, directorate and council objectives, and effective team working. Flexibility All staff are expected to accept reasonable flexibility in working arrangements and the allocation of duties including duties normally allocated to posts at a lower responsibility level, in pursuance of section, division, directorate and council aims, and effective team working. This role is NOT Hybrid, You will be required on site 5 days a week. This role is full time, 37 hours a week Monday to Friday, 9AM- 5PM. Connect2Dudley is a trading style of Dudley & Kent Commercial Services LTD - A joint venture between Dudley Metropolitan Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Dudley is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.
Job Title: Business Development Executive Construction / Engineering Salary: £45,000 - £50,000 + Commission Location: Hybrid Overall Job Purpose: The Business Development Executive will be responsible for generating new employer partnerships, building a strong pipeline of apprenticeship opportunities, and converting these into learner starts. As the Business Development Executive you will play a key role in achieving their growth target of 5 apprenticeship starts per month, working closely with employers across the construction and built environment sectors. Key Responsibilities: Business Development & Pipeline Growth Identify and engage new employer clients within the AEC sector Build and manage a consistent pipeline of apprenticeship opportunities Conduct outreach via phone, email, LinkedIn, and networking events Develop relationships with decision-makers (HR, L&D, Directors) Employer Engagement Consult with employers to understand workforce needs Promote apprenticeship solutions aligned to business goals Deliver presentations (virtual and face-to-face where appropriate) Conversion & Performance Convert employer interest into confirmed apprenticeship starts Manage the full sales cycle from prospecting to enrolment Work towards a target of 10 starts per month Market Insight & Collaboration Stay informed on apprenticeship funding, policy, and AEC trends Work closely with delivery teams to ensure smooth onboarding Provide feedback to marketing and leadership teams Experience & Skills Essential: Proven experience in business development or sales within apprenticeships / training Strong understanding of the apprenticeship landscape (levy/non-levy, funding, compliance) Experience working with or selling into the construction / AEC sector Track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets Excellent communication and relationship-building skills Desirable: Existing employer network within construction or built environment Knowledge of relevant apprenticeship standards (e.g. Civil Engineering, Construction, Design) Personal Attributes Self-motivated and target-driven Commercially astute Confident engaging senior stakeholders Organised with strong pipeline management skills Personal Organisation Maintain a transparent diary in Outlook and Hubspot recording planned and past activities, aswell as accurate records Professional Skills, Knowledge and Understanding Value and promote social and cultural diversity, equality of opportunity and inclusion Carry out duties at all times in accordance with the organisations equal opportunities, health and safety, safeguarding, prevent and risk management policies and procedures Promote by consistent example internally and externally the philosophy and responsibility for promoting equality and diversity. Undertake any other reasonable duties within the framework of the post. Meet individual KPI s as set by the organisation. Paul Feldman is the National Skills Agency Data Protection Officer. Your data will be stored until notice is given by you for it to be removed. Our Data Protection Policy will be forwarded to you on request. As we get a high number of applications we may be unable to give feedback to unsuccessful candidates. We will retain your details to keep you informed of other opportunities. National Skills Agency Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy and is an Equal Opportunities employer we welcome applicants from all backgrounds.
May 26, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Business Development Executive Construction / Engineering Salary: £45,000 - £50,000 + Commission Location: Hybrid Overall Job Purpose: The Business Development Executive will be responsible for generating new employer partnerships, building a strong pipeline of apprenticeship opportunities, and converting these into learner starts. As the Business Development Executive you will play a key role in achieving their growth target of 5 apprenticeship starts per month, working closely with employers across the construction and built environment sectors. Key Responsibilities: Business Development & Pipeline Growth Identify and engage new employer clients within the AEC sector Build and manage a consistent pipeline of apprenticeship opportunities Conduct outreach via phone, email, LinkedIn, and networking events Develop relationships with decision-makers (HR, L&D, Directors) Employer Engagement Consult with employers to understand workforce needs Promote apprenticeship solutions aligned to business goals Deliver presentations (virtual and face-to-face where appropriate) Conversion & Performance Convert employer interest into confirmed apprenticeship starts Manage the full sales cycle from prospecting to enrolment Work towards a target of 10 starts per month Market Insight & Collaboration Stay informed on apprenticeship funding, policy, and AEC trends Work closely with delivery teams to ensure smooth onboarding Provide feedback to marketing and leadership teams Experience & Skills Essential: Proven experience in business development or sales within apprenticeships / training Strong understanding of the apprenticeship landscape (levy/non-levy, funding, compliance) Experience working with or selling into the construction / AEC sector Track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets Excellent communication and relationship-building skills Desirable: Existing employer network within construction or built environment Knowledge of relevant apprenticeship standards (e.g. Civil Engineering, Construction, Design) Personal Attributes Self-motivated and target-driven Commercially astute Confident engaging senior stakeholders Organised with strong pipeline management skills Personal Organisation Maintain a transparent diary in Outlook and Hubspot recording planned and past activities, aswell as accurate records Professional Skills, Knowledge and Understanding Value and promote social and cultural diversity, equality of opportunity and inclusion Carry out duties at all times in accordance with the organisations equal opportunities, health and safety, safeguarding, prevent and risk management policies and procedures Promote by consistent example internally and externally the philosophy and responsibility for promoting equality and diversity. Undertake any other reasonable duties within the framework of the post. Meet individual KPI s as set by the organisation. Paul Feldman is the National Skills Agency Data Protection Officer. Your data will be stored until notice is given by you for it to be removed. Our Data Protection Policy will be forwarded to you on request. As we get a high number of applications we may be unable to give feedback to unsuccessful candidates. We will retain your details to keep you informed of other opportunities. National Skills Agency Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy and is an Equal Opportunities employer we welcome applicants from all backgrounds.
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions all organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious and entrepreneurially-spirited businesses that fuel the economy - whether privately or publicly owned - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons Working, achieving, and thriving together, our Tax team move with every challenge. Friendly, driven and diverse, they service our clients across the country and around the world. By providing expertise in many different specialist areas of tax, they collaborate across BDO to deliver wider business solutions. From meeting clients' evolving business needs to managing changes to legislation, there are always fresh challenges to face in the Tax team. If you're after a career that will keep you on your toes, we'll give you the autonomy to drive your career forward. Our Tax Assurance & Risk Management ('TA&RM') team is a fast-growing collaborative team of around 15 people nationally led by three dedicated tax partners, who together support a wide variety of private, private equity-backed and listed clients across sectors. Our work has helped many clients meet their legislative tax governance compliance obligations (including in relation to the Senior Accounting Officer and Corporate Criminal Offences regimes, the tax strategy publication requirement and HMRC's Business Risk Review process) and strategically improve their tax operations and tax control framework, manage tax risk and provide assurance to tax authorities and business stakeholders. Technology is an important part of helping our clients succeed and we encourage innovation at all levels in our team. We are an award-winning specialist tax team. This is a dynamic client-facing role that requires excellent client relationship, communication and project management skills, and the ability to distil complex concepts into easily understood information suitable for a wide array of stakeholders. Most of your work will be client facing and will require you to actively manage client portfolios, manage project delivery, coordinating junior resource and BDO tax specialists, to deliver exceptional client service. Owning client relationships with the senior team is key, and you'll be heavily involved in business development and innovation activities to support our business growth. This role will involve consideration of a range of taxes including corporate, indirect and employment taxes; our work is broader than any one area of tax and at the senior manager level, we require candidates with a depth of tax experience, specifically with TA&RM experience, with good commercial awareness who are eager to learn, adapt and contribute to this area of growth for the business. Importantly, we are looking for natural curiosity about how tax functions and businesses run, from the governance, processes and controls to the people and technology they use and the tax technical issues relevant to them. We'll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be both comfortable working pro-actively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with the team at all levels to help businesses effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to organisations we work with, acting as a key part of BDO's relationships with our clients. We are looking for someone: To act as a key point of contact within the firm for our clients, together with the senior team. With experience of TA&RM work (including such as tax strategy, SAO and CCO compliance, HMRC Business Risk Reviews, developing the tax control framework and tax operating model, advising on tax risk management e.g. tax risk registers.) With a strong presentation style, and confidence in hosting workshops, training sessions and webinars, often to Board level, and with strong tax technical experience to be able to talk knowledgeably at a good level about a range of tax issues. With experience in end-to-end project delivery, who can lead projects with complexity to deliver quality advice. Who has a keen interest in helping clients develop tax governance and developing bespoke scopes of work to meet our clients' needs. With personal responsibility for own decisions and the actions of others. Educated to degree level, and/or CTA and/or ACA qualified or equivalent, or relevant experience. You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer every colleague the opportunity to work in ways that suit our clients, the task at hand, our teams, and you. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for the companies we work with and satisfying experiences for our colleagues - BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions. We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better. LI-
May 26, 2026
Full time
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions all organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious and entrepreneurially-spirited businesses that fuel the economy - whether privately or publicly owned - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons Working, achieving, and thriving together, our Tax team move with every challenge. Friendly, driven and diverse, they service our clients across the country and around the world. By providing expertise in many different specialist areas of tax, they collaborate across BDO to deliver wider business solutions. From meeting clients' evolving business needs to managing changes to legislation, there are always fresh challenges to face in the Tax team. If you're after a career that will keep you on your toes, we'll give you the autonomy to drive your career forward. Our Tax Assurance & Risk Management ('TA&RM') team is a fast-growing collaborative team of around 15 people nationally led by three dedicated tax partners, who together support a wide variety of private, private equity-backed and listed clients across sectors. Our work has helped many clients meet their legislative tax governance compliance obligations (including in relation to the Senior Accounting Officer and Corporate Criminal Offences regimes, the tax strategy publication requirement and HMRC's Business Risk Review process) and strategically improve their tax operations and tax control framework, manage tax risk and provide assurance to tax authorities and business stakeholders. Technology is an important part of helping our clients succeed and we encourage innovation at all levels in our team. We are an award-winning specialist tax team. This is a dynamic client-facing role that requires excellent client relationship, communication and project management skills, and the ability to distil complex concepts into easily understood information suitable for a wide array of stakeholders. Most of your work will be client facing and will require you to actively manage client portfolios, manage project delivery, coordinating junior resource and BDO tax specialists, to deliver exceptional client service. Owning client relationships with the senior team is key, and you'll be heavily involved in business development and innovation activities to support our business growth. This role will involve consideration of a range of taxes including corporate, indirect and employment taxes; our work is broader than any one area of tax and at the senior manager level, we require candidates with a depth of tax experience, specifically with TA&RM experience, with good commercial awareness who are eager to learn, adapt and contribute to this area of growth for the business. Importantly, we are looking for natural curiosity about how tax functions and businesses run, from the governance, processes and controls to the people and technology they use and the tax technical issues relevant to them. We'll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be both comfortable working pro-actively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with the team at all levels to help businesses effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to organisations we work with, acting as a key part of BDO's relationships with our clients. We are looking for someone: To act as a key point of contact within the firm for our clients, together with the senior team. With experience of TA&RM work (including such as tax strategy, SAO and CCO compliance, HMRC Business Risk Reviews, developing the tax control framework and tax operating model, advising on tax risk management e.g. tax risk registers.) With a strong presentation style, and confidence in hosting workshops, training sessions and webinars, often to Board level, and with strong tax technical experience to be able to talk knowledgeably at a good level about a range of tax issues. With experience in end-to-end project delivery, who can lead projects with complexity to deliver quality advice. Who has a keen interest in helping clients develop tax governance and developing bespoke scopes of work to meet our clients' needs. With personal responsibility for own decisions and the actions of others. Educated to degree level, and/or CTA and/or ACA qualified or equivalent, or relevant experience. You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer every colleague the opportunity to work in ways that suit our clients, the task at hand, our teams, and you. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for the companies we work with and satisfying experiences for our colleagues - BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions. We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better. LI-
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions all organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious and entrepreneurially-spirited businesses that fuel the economy - whether privately or publicly owned - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons Working, achieving, and thriving together, our Tax team move with every challenge. Friendly, driven and diverse, they service our clients across the country and around the world. By providing expertise in many different specialist areas of tax, they collaborate across BDO to deliver wider business solutions. From meeting clients' evolving business needs to managing changes to legislation, there are always fresh challenges to face in the Tax team. If you're after a career that will keep you on your toes, we'll give you the autonomy to drive your career forward. Our Tax Assurance & Risk Management ('TA&RM') team is a fast-growing collaborative team of around 15 people nationally led by three dedicated tax partners, who together support a wide variety of private, private equity-backed and listed clients across sectors. Our work has helped many clients meet their legislative tax governance compliance obligations (including in relation to the Senior Accounting Officer and Corporate Criminal Offences regimes, the tax strategy publication requirement and HMRC's Business Risk Review process) and strategically improve their tax operations and tax control framework, manage tax risk and provide assurance to tax authorities and business stakeholders. Technology is an important part of helping our clients succeed and we encourage innovation at all levels in our team. We are an award-winning specialist tax team. This is a dynamic client-facing role that requires excellent client relationship, communication and project management skills, and the ability to distil complex concepts into easily understood information suitable for a wide array of stakeholders. Most of your work will be client facing and will require you to actively manage client portfolios, manage project delivery, coordinating junior resource and BDO tax specialists, to deliver exceptional client service. Owning client relationships with the senior team is key, and you'll be heavily involved in business development and innovation activities to support our business growth. This role will involve consideration of a range of taxes including corporate, indirect and employment taxes; our work is broader than any one area of tax and at the senior manager level, we require candidates with a depth of tax experience, specifically with TA&RM experience, with good commercial awareness who are eager to learn, adapt and contribute to this area of growth for the business. Importantly, we are looking for natural curiosity about how tax functions and businesses run, from the governance, processes and controls to the people and technology they use and the tax technical issues relevant to them. We'll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be both comfortable working pro-actively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with the team at all levels to help businesses effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to organisations we work with, acting as a key part of BDO's relationships with our clients. We are looking for someone: To act as a key point of contact within the firm for our clients, together with the senior team. With experience of TA&RM work (including such as tax strategy, SAO and CCO compliance, HMRC Business Risk Reviews, developing the tax control framework and tax operating model, advising on tax risk management e.g. tax risk registers.) With a strong presentation style, and confidence in hosting workshops, training sessions and webinars, often to Board level, and with strong tax technical experience to be able to talk knowledgeably at a good level about a range of tax issues. With experience in end-to-end project delivery, who can lead projects with complexity to deliver quality advice. Who has a keen interest in helping clients develop tax governance and developing bespoke scopes of work to meet our clients' needs. With personal responsibility for own decisions and the actions of others. Educated to degree level, and/or CTA and/or ACA qualified or equivalent, or relevant experience. You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer every colleague the opportunity to work in ways that suit our clients, the task at hand, our teams, and you. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for the companies we work with and satisfying experiences for our colleagues - BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions. We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better. LI-
May 26, 2026
Full time
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions all organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious and entrepreneurially-spirited businesses that fuel the economy - whether privately or publicly owned - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons Working, achieving, and thriving together, our Tax team move with every challenge. Friendly, driven and diverse, they service our clients across the country and around the world. By providing expertise in many different specialist areas of tax, they collaborate across BDO to deliver wider business solutions. From meeting clients' evolving business needs to managing changes to legislation, there are always fresh challenges to face in the Tax team. If you're after a career that will keep you on your toes, we'll give you the autonomy to drive your career forward. Our Tax Assurance & Risk Management ('TA&RM') team is a fast-growing collaborative team of around 15 people nationally led by three dedicated tax partners, who together support a wide variety of private, private equity-backed and listed clients across sectors. Our work has helped many clients meet their legislative tax governance compliance obligations (including in relation to the Senior Accounting Officer and Corporate Criminal Offences regimes, the tax strategy publication requirement and HMRC's Business Risk Review process) and strategically improve their tax operations and tax control framework, manage tax risk and provide assurance to tax authorities and business stakeholders. Technology is an important part of helping our clients succeed and we encourage innovation at all levels in our team. We are an award-winning specialist tax team. This is a dynamic client-facing role that requires excellent client relationship, communication and project management skills, and the ability to distil complex concepts into easily understood information suitable for a wide array of stakeholders. Most of your work will be client facing and will require you to actively manage client portfolios, manage project delivery, coordinating junior resource and BDO tax specialists, to deliver exceptional client service. Owning client relationships with the senior team is key, and you'll be heavily involved in business development and innovation activities to support our business growth. This role will involve consideration of a range of taxes including corporate, indirect and employment taxes; our work is broader than any one area of tax and at the senior manager level, we require candidates with a depth of tax experience, specifically with TA&RM experience, with good commercial awareness who are eager to learn, adapt and contribute to this area of growth for the business. Importantly, we are looking for natural curiosity about how tax functions and businesses run, from the governance, processes and controls to the people and technology they use and the tax technical issues relevant to them. We'll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be both comfortable working pro-actively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with the team at all levels to help businesses effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to organisations we work with, acting as a key part of BDO's relationships with our clients. We are looking for someone: To act as a key point of contact within the firm for our clients, together with the senior team. With experience of TA&RM work (including such as tax strategy, SAO and CCO compliance, HMRC Business Risk Reviews, developing the tax control framework and tax operating model, advising on tax risk management e.g. tax risk registers.) With a strong presentation style, and confidence in hosting workshops, training sessions and webinars, often to Board level, and with strong tax technical experience to be able to talk knowledgeably at a good level about a range of tax issues. With experience in end-to-end project delivery, who can lead projects with complexity to deliver quality advice. Who has a keen interest in helping clients develop tax governance and developing bespoke scopes of work to meet our clients' needs. With personal responsibility for own decisions and the actions of others. Educated to degree level, and/or CTA and/or ACA qualified or equivalent, or relevant experience. You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer every colleague the opportunity to work in ways that suit our clients, the task at hand, our teams, and you. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for the companies we work with and satisfying experiences for our colleagues - BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions. We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better. LI-
The salary range for this position is 41, 585- 45,135 per annum based on a full-time, 36-hour working week. We have an exciting job opportunity within the Countryside Team, for an Arboriculturist to deliver tree risk across our countryside portfolio. The post is based at Merrow Depot, Guildford, but travel for site visits, tree inspections, surveys and meetings around Surrey's beautiful countryside is a key part of the role. Our Offer to You 26 days' holiday, rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' service (prorated for part time staff) Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave A generous local government salary related pension Up to 5 days of carer's leave and 2 paid volunteering days per year Paternity, adoption and dependents leave An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, and shopping A chance to make a real difference to the lives of our residents. About the Role Working to the Land Services Manager, this is an estate-wide role managing tree risk across our Countryside estate at a reserve level. As part of a Countryside Group team, you will be working alongside the operational team for the Countryside Estate as well as arboriculturists responsible for delivering the Council's Tree Risk Management Policy on service-based sites and highways. Whilst accountable for tree risk on the Countryside Estate, cross-team working will be vital for updating policy, maintaining best practice with consistent and coordinated delivery and reporting across the teams. You will lead our multi- year Ash Dieback programme and will be expected to manage procurement, working with contractors whilst balancing your business as usual with competing priorities. The ability to prioritise, co-ordinate work with other officers and provide accurate reports on tree risk will be key. You will also have close links to the Woodland Management Team based at the Woodland Hub in Norbury Park to enable support for the Council's Land Management Policies. Whilst Tree Risk management will be your priority, you will have an opportunity to support a sustainable approach to tree and woodland management and support biodiversity on sensitive sites protected at an international level. Your work will support the delivery of woodland management plans and current and future grant funding opportunities at a landscape scale. Working to robust timescales, you will make clear decisions based on both policy and budget offering excellent value for money for Surrey. With safety, public access and biodiversity at the forefront of your work, you will meet tight deadlines and offer training and mentoring to ranger teams for lower-level inspections. Your Application In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills: That you are qualified to at least Level 4 Arboricultural qualification (or related field) and hold a valid and up to date LANTRA 3-Day Professional Tree Inspection Certificate Proven experience in managing commercial arboricultural or horticultural contractors and maintain accurate reporting on tree risk, prioritise recommended works and working across multi-disciplinary teams Demonstrable experience in managing tree risk at a reserve level where biodiversity is an important consideration, alongside a proven record in site investigations, tree inspection reports, works programming, auditing, reporting and communicating in a clear written and verbal style. Experience in managing and mentoring people, and working with, and alongside residents and key stakeholders As part of the application process, you will be asked to upload your CV and answer four questions which will help us assess your application. 1. Please tell us about a significant project or programme that you have delivered, in line with an organisational strategy, policy or strategic objective. 2. Please tell us about a time when you had to manage competing demands on your time and how you managed and overcame this. 3. Please tell us about a recent project that you have worked on or delivered in one of the following areas: Arboriculture and tree management (Surveys, reports, investigations for example) Contractor management Public, Councillor, Stakeholder/customer engagement 4. Please tell us about the personal qualities you possess that can bring to this role that will enable you to be successful. The job advert closes at 23:59 on 14th June 2026 with interviews to follow. An enhanced DBS 'Disclosure and Barring Service' check for regulated activity (formerly known as CRB) will be required for this role. Surrey has both urban and rural areas and the successful applicant will be expected to have a valid driving licence to drive in the UK and access to a vehicle and be willing to travel across a wide geographical area. Reasonable adjustments where needed will be made for successful applicants who have a disability or long term health condition to enable them to fulfil the requirements of the job. Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities. Join our dynamic team and shape the future of local government. Make a lasting impact with innovative solutions and improved services for our community. Help us build a brighter future for our residents! We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum criteria, we guarantee you an interview. Your skills and experience truly matter to us. From application to your first day, we're committed to supporting you with any adjustments you need, we value inclusion and warmly welcome you to join and help build a workplace where everyone belongs.
May 26, 2026
Full time
The salary range for this position is 41, 585- 45,135 per annum based on a full-time, 36-hour working week. We have an exciting job opportunity within the Countryside Team, for an Arboriculturist to deliver tree risk across our countryside portfolio. The post is based at Merrow Depot, Guildford, but travel for site visits, tree inspections, surveys and meetings around Surrey's beautiful countryside is a key part of the role. Our Offer to You 26 days' holiday, rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' service (prorated for part time staff) Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave A generous local government salary related pension Up to 5 days of carer's leave and 2 paid volunteering days per year Paternity, adoption and dependents leave An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, and shopping A chance to make a real difference to the lives of our residents. About the Role Working to the Land Services Manager, this is an estate-wide role managing tree risk across our Countryside estate at a reserve level. As part of a Countryside Group team, you will be working alongside the operational team for the Countryside Estate as well as arboriculturists responsible for delivering the Council's Tree Risk Management Policy on service-based sites and highways. Whilst accountable for tree risk on the Countryside Estate, cross-team working will be vital for updating policy, maintaining best practice with consistent and coordinated delivery and reporting across the teams. You will lead our multi- year Ash Dieback programme and will be expected to manage procurement, working with contractors whilst balancing your business as usual with competing priorities. The ability to prioritise, co-ordinate work with other officers and provide accurate reports on tree risk will be key. You will also have close links to the Woodland Management Team based at the Woodland Hub in Norbury Park to enable support for the Council's Land Management Policies. Whilst Tree Risk management will be your priority, you will have an opportunity to support a sustainable approach to tree and woodland management and support biodiversity on sensitive sites protected at an international level. Your work will support the delivery of woodland management plans and current and future grant funding opportunities at a landscape scale. Working to robust timescales, you will make clear decisions based on both policy and budget offering excellent value for money for Surrey. With safety, public access and biodiversity at the forefront of your work, you will meet tight deadlines and offer training and mentoring to ranger teams for lower-level inspections. Your Application In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills: That you are qualified to at least Level 4 Arboricultural qualification (or related field) and hold a valid and up to date LANTRA 3-Day Professional Tree Inspection Certificate Proven experience in managing commercial arboricultural or horticultural contractors and maintain accurate reporting on tree risk, prioritise recommended works and working across multi-disciplinary teams Demonstrable experience in managing tree risk at a reserve level where biodiversity is an important consideration, alongside a proven record in site investigations, tree inspection reports, works programming, auditing, reporting and communicating in a clear written and verbal style. Experience in managing and mentoring people, and working with, and alongside residents and key stakeholders As part of the application process, you will be asked to upload your CV and answer four questions which will help us assess your application. 1. Please tell us about a significant project or programme that you have delivered, in line with an organisational strategy, policy or strategic objective. 2. Please tell us about a time when you had to manage competing demands on your time and how you managed and overcame this. 3. Please tell us about a recent project that you have worked on or delivered in one of the following areas: Arboriculture and tree management (Surveys, reports, investigations for example) Contractor management Public, Councillor, Stakeholder/customer engagement 4. Please tell us about the personal qualities you possess that can bring to this role that will enable you to be successful. The job advert closes at 23:59 on 14th June 2026 with interviews to follow. An enhanced DBS 'Disclosure and Barring Service' check for regulated activity (formerly known as CRB) will be required for this role. Surrey has both urban and rural areas and the successful applicant will be expected to have a valid driving licence to drive in the UK and access to a vehicle and be willing to travel across a wide geographical area. Reasonable adjustments where needed will be made for successful applicants who have a disability or long term health condition to enable them to fulfil the requirements of the job. Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities. Join our dynamic team and shape the future of local government. Make a lasting impact with innovative solutions and improved services for our community. Help us build a brighter future for our residents! We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum criteria, we guarantee you an interview. Your skills and experience truly matter to us. From application to your first day, we're committed to supporting you with any adjustments you need, we value inclusion and warmly welcome you to join and help build a workplace where everyone belongs.
