As the Head of Data Architecture & Governance you will strategically lead Peabody s enterprise data architecture and data governance agenda as two connected foundations for trusted, secure and reusable data. You will set the direction for how data is designed, modelled, integrated, governed and assured across our modern cloud data platform, helping Peabody make better use of data for residents, colleagues, compliance and innovation. What you ll do Define and oversee Peabody s enterprise data architecture, including data models, integration patterns, design standards and architecture principles across operational and analytical data. Provide architectural leadership for data products, platform evolution and AI/ML use cases, ensuring solutions are scalable, interoperable, secure and aligned with Enterprise Architecture. Lead and mature Peabody s group-wide data governance framework, including ownership, stewardship, policies, standards, critical data elements and clear accountabilities across domains. Shape the approach to metadata, lineage, cataloguing, classification and information asset management, making data easier to discover, understand, trust and reuse. Partner with data platform, engineering, product, architecture and business teams to embed governance and architecture controls across the full data lifecycle. Lead Peabody s approach to responsible data use and AI governance, ensuring ethical, secure and transparent use of data in line with Peabody s values and regulatory expectations. Provide assurance and clear reporting on data architecture, governance and data risk to senior forums, including Data Council, Executive Committee, Board and audit stakeholders. Lead, coach and develop a small specialist team, while influencing data owners, stewards and senior stakeholders across the organisation. What you ll need Proven leadership experience in data governance, data management, or enterprise data quality in a large, complex organisation Strong enterprise data architecture expertise, including conceptual, logical and physical modelling, data integration, cloud data platform patterns and architecture assurance. Deep understanding of data governance frameworks, metadata management, and data stewardship models, with ability to embed in practice A degree in a data related field, and / or certifications such as Certified Data Management Professional (CDMP), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), or AWS Certified Data Analytics Experience with data management and governance tools such as Unity Catalog, Purview, Collibra, Alation, Atlan, Informatica, or Talend Experience with cloud data platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Knowledge of ethical principles in data use, particularly in the context of resident data, AI and advanced analytics Experience of working within or leading aspects of a federated or hub-and-spoke data operating model Strong understanding of the relationship between systems, data processes and governance across the data lifecycle Why Join Us? When you join Peabody, you re joining a team guided by our values, Be Kind, Do the Right Thing, Love New Ideas, Celebrate Diversity, Keep Our Promises, and Pull Together . We believe in creating a workplace where everyone feels supported, included, and empowered. What We Offer 30 days annual holiday, plus bank holidays Two additional paid volunteering days each year Flexible benefits scheme, including family friendly benefits and access to a discount portal 4 x salary life assurance Up to 10% pension contribution Please read before applying Peabody does not provide sponsorship as a licensed UK employer. Closing date: 27 th May 2026 at midnight . However, we reserve the right to close this advert early should we receive a high volume of suitable applications. Interview Dates: We are looking to conduct interviews on the 10th and 11th June. If this sounds like we are right for you and you d love to be part of Peabody, we d like to hear from you. Please apply now by submitting an anonymised CV and a short statement explaining why you re the perfect fit for this role.
May 26, 2026
Full time
As the Head of Data Architecture & Governance you will strategically lead Peabody s enterprise data architecture and data governance agenda as two connected foundations for trusted, secure and reusable data. You will set the direction for how data is designed, modelled, integrated, governed and assured across our modern cloud data platform, helping Peabody make better use of data for residents, colleagues, compliance and innovation. What you ll do Define and oversee Peabody s enterprise data architecture, including data models, integration patterns, design standards and architecture principles across operational and analytical data. Provide architectural leadership for data products, platform evolution and AI/ML use cases, ensuring solutions are scalable, interoperable, secure and aligned with Enterprise Architecture. Lead and mature Peabody s group-wide data governance framework, including ownership, stewardship, policies, standards, critical data elements and clear accountabilities across domains. Shape the approach to metadata, lineage, cataloguing, classification and information asset management, making data easier to discover, understand, trust and reuse. Partner with data platform, engineering, product, architecture and business teams to embed governance and architecture controls across the full data lifecycle. Lead Peabody s approach to responsible data use and AI governance, ensuring ethical, secure and transparent use of data in line with Peabody s values and regulatory expectations. Provide assurance and clear reporting on data architecture, governance and data risk to senior forums, including Data Council, Executive Committee, Board and audit stakeholders. Lead, coach and develop a small specialist team, while influencing data owners, stewards and senior stakeholders across the organisation. What you ll need Proven leadership experience in data governance, data management, or enterprise data quality in a large, complex organisation Strong enterprise data architecture expertise, including conceptual, logical and physical modelling, data integration, cloud data platform patterns and architecture assurance. Deep understanding of data governance frameworks, metadata management, and data stewardship models, with ability to embed in practice A degree in a data related field, and / or certifications such as Certified Data Management Professional (CDMP), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), or AWS Certified Data Analytics Experience with data management and governance tools such as Unity Catalog, Purview, Collibra, Alation, Atlan, Informatica, or Talend Experience with cloud data platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Knowledge of ethical principles in data use, particularly in the context of resident data, AI and advanced analytics Experience of working within or leading aspects of a federated or hub-and-spoke data operating model Strong understanding of the relationship between systems, data processes and governance across the data lifecycle Why Join Us? When you join Peabody, you re joining a team guided by our values, Be Kind, Do the Right Thing, Love New Ideas, Celebrate Diversity, Keep Our Promises, and Pull Together . We believe in creating a workplace where everyone feels supported, included, and empowered. What We Offer 30 days annual holiday, plus bank holidays Two additional paid volunteering days each year Flexible benefits scheme, including family friendly benefits and access to a discount portal 4 x salary life assurance Up to 10% pension contribution Please read before applying Peabody does not provide sponsorship as a licensed UK employer. Closing date: 27 th May 2026 at midnight . However, we reserve the right to close this advert early should we receive a high volume of suitable applications. Interview Dates: We are looking to conduct interviews on the 10th and 11th June. If this sounds like we are right for you and you d love to be part of Peabody, we d like to hear from you. Please apply now by submitting an anonymised CV and a short statement explaining why you re the perfect fit for this role.
Together, we re working to welcome millions more passengers, while ensuring aviation can continue to be a force for good by leading global efforts in sustainability. At Heathrow, you can be part of this providing solutions that make every journey better for millions each year. That means ensuring we meet the changing needs of the passengers, colleagues and partners who use our airport to work, travel, trade, shop, eat, explore and connect. Our Solutions team covers project management, process improvement, business change, technology, cyber defence, masterplanning, infrastructure and procurement. It brings together people with the skills to deliver prestigious and often large-scale projects, from transforming terminals to making big reductions in our carbon emissions. Every day will test your skills and give you the opportunity to make your mark. You might be working with the technology and data that power our city within a city, driving vital commercial agreements with everyone from retailers to airlines, or improving the unique infrastructure that includes everything from 200 buildings to 250 HV substations. It s a collaborative environment, where you can rely on the support of the experts around you as you take on projects you ll both take pride in and feel passionate about. Job Description Responsible for defining, implementing, and communicating Heathrow Technology architectures and roadmaps to support the delivery of Technology strategy and business goals within the relevant domain. Provides governance, expertise, and leadership across HAL Technology Teams and the wider third-party and support partner network. Owns and manages the infrastructure and applications related to all Cellular and Radio systems across the Heathrow campus, including Cellular (2G/3G/4G/5G), Radio (TETRA, DMR, DAS), CUAS, and physical connectivity such as fibre and structured cabling. Your role will involve Engage and own the technical relationship with the vendors of these systems including Third Parties in support of the cellular and radio solutions. Develop the Cyber Roadmap related specifically to cellular and radio, and to work with stakeholders to deliver this Input and oversee technical designs for new services as part of the Architecture Guild Develop and maintain policies, architectures, frameworks, roadmaps, and technical standards for Business domain that deliver the strategic Technology goals, business priorities and comply with HAL s technical and industry/regulatory standards To take part in the technology Governance processes providing specialist knowledge and assurance that Project designs are fit for purpose and comply to HAL Standards and guidelines These skills are essential Previous experience of development of large scale, pragmatic, business centric solutions to solve critical business challenges Knowledge of the cellular and radio Infrastructure, capabilities, and alignment of these technologies to the business processes Experience of defining architectural direction and harnessing innovation for business benefit Previous experience of building, maintaining, and influencing relationships with a range of stakeholders Governance and oversight of technical designs for changes and future developments About us There s something so special about working at the world s most iconic airport. Its sights. Its sounds. Its constant air of excitement. Heathrow is an amazing backdrop to a career filled with unique opportunities. Every day, you ll discover a world full of fresh possibilities and end the day buzzing with stories to tell, as you encounter people from all cultures, nationalities and experiences. A world full of pride for what we do and no end of exciting career prospects to explore. It brings out the best in all of us. And inspires everyone to deliver on our ambitious plans. Together, we re working to welcome millions more passengers while ensuring aviation can continue to be a force for good by leading global efforts in sustainability. Join us on that journey and we'll help you achieve your ambitions too. Supporting you to learn, encouraging you to be yourself, backing you to achieve more than you might ever have imagined. Because there s no place like Heathrow. Our rewards We offer competitive salaries and excellent benefits that will support you now and in the future. As well as performance-based annual bonuses and our longer-term Share in Success Bonus plans, we also offer generous annual leave allowances and market-leading pensions. With family friendly policies, access to private health insurance and a wide range of wellbeing tools, we ll support you to be at your best inside and outside work. And of course, we ll provide varied learning and development opportunities too. Here you ll find everything you need for a fulfilling career journey that can take you in exciting directions. Working Location Our Hybrid working approach offers the opportunity for colleagues in some roles to work from home for an average of two days a week, providing the flexibility to work in an agile way whilst ensuring we deliver for the operational needs of Heathrow. Working arrangements vary from team to team and will be confirmed during the recruitment process. You ll need to be based in the UK and within a commutable distance to Heathrow. Sustainable Travel to work Heathrow s Sustainable Travel Guide sets out easy and sustainable travel options that everyone can access. Equal Opportunities As an equal opportunities employer, we encourage applications from all. We believe that diverse talent makes us stronger not least because we welcome passengers from all corners of the globe, every single day. Heathrow is an accessible place to work. With five diversity networks, we champion inclusivity and celebrate individuality. Apply Before 02/06/2026, 11:42
May 26, 2026
Full time
Together, we re working to welcome millions more passengers, while ensuring aviation can continue to be a force for good by leading global efforts in sustainability. At Heathrow, you can be part of this providing solutions that make every journey better for millions each year. That means ensuring we meet the changing needs of the passengers, colleagues and partners who use our airport to work, travel, trade, shop, eat, explore and connect. Our Solutions team covers project management, process improvement, business change, technology, cyber defence, masterplanning, infrastructure and procurement. It brings together people with the skills to deliver prestigious and often large-scale projects, from transforming terminals to making big reductions in our carbon emissions. Every day will test your skills and give you the opportunity to make your mark. You might be working with the technology and data that power our city within a city, driving vital commercial agreements with everyone from retailers to airlines, or improving the unique infrastructure that includes everything from 200 buildings to 250 HV substations. It s a collaborative environment, where you can rely on the support of the experts around you as you take on projects you ll both take pride in and feel passionate about. Job Description Responsible for defining, implementing, and communicating Heathrow Technology architectures and roadmaps to support the delivery of Technology strategy and business goals within the relevant domain. Provides governance, expertise, and leadership across HAL Technology Teams and the wider third-party and support partner network. Owns and manages the infrastructure and applications related to all Cellular and Radio systems across the Heathrow campus, including Cellular (2G/3G/4G/5G), Radio (TETRA, DMR, DAS), CUAS, and physical connectivity such as fibre and structured cabling. Your role will involve Engage and own the technical relationship with the vendors of these systems including Third Parties in support of the cellular and radio solutions. Develop the Cyber Roadmap related specifically to cellular and radio, and to work with stakeholders to deliver this Input and oversee technical designs for new services as part of the Architecture Guild Develop and maintain policies, architectures, frameworks, roadmaps, and technical standards for Business domain that deliver the strategic Technology goals, business priorities and comply with HAL s technical and industry/regulatory standards To take part in the technology Governance processes providing specialist knowledge and assurance that Project designs are fit for purpose and comply to HAL Standards and guidelines These skills are essential Previous experience of development of large scale, pragmatic, business centric solutions to solve critical business challenges Knowledge of the cellular and radio Infrastructure, capabilities, and alignment of these technologies to the business processes Experience of defining architectural direction and harnessing innovation for business benefit Previous experience of building, maintaining, and influencing relationships with a range of stakeholders Governance and oversight of technical designs for changes and future developments About us There s something so special about working at the world s most iconic airport. Its sights. Its sounds. Its constant air of excitement. Heathrow is an amazing backdrop to a career filled with unique opportunities. Every day, you ll discover a world full of fresh possibilities and end the day buzzing with stories to tell, as you encounter people from all cultures, nationalities and experiences. A world full of pride for what we do and no end of exciting career prospects to explore. It brings out the best in all of us. And inspires everyone to deliver on our ambitious plans. Together, we re working to welcome millions more passengers while ensuring aviation can continue to be a force for good by leading global efforts in sustainability. Join us on that journey and we'll help you achieve your ambitions too. Supporting you to learn, encouraging you to be yourself, backing you to achieve more than you might ever have imagined. Because there s no place like Heathrow. Our rewards We offer competitive salaries and excellent benefits that will support you now and in the future. As well as performance-based annual bonuses and our longer-term Share in Success Bonus plans, we also offer generous annual leave allowances and market-leading pensions. With family friendly policies, access to private health insurance and a wide range of wellbeing tools, we ll support you to be at your best inside and outside work. And of course, we ll provide varied learning and development opportunities too. Here you ll find everything you need for a fulfilling career journey that can take you in exciting directions. Working Location Our Hybrid working approach offers the opportunity for colleagues in some roles to work from home for an average of two days a week, providing the flexibility to work in an agile way whilst ensuring we deliver for the operational needs of Heathrow. Working arrangements vary from team to team and will be confirmed during the recruitment process. You ll need to be based in the UK and within a commutable distance to Heathrow. Sustainable Travel to work Heathrow s Sustainable Travel Guide sets out easy and sustainable travel options that everyone can access. Equal Opportunities As an equal opportunities employer, we encourage applications from all. We believe that diverse talent makes us stronger not least because we welcome passengers from all corners of the globe, every single day. Heathrow is an accessible place to work. With five diversity networks, we champion inclusivity and celebrate individuality. Apply Before 02/06/2026, 11:42
Fire Door H&S Specialist Bedford Full Time, Permanent Circa 40,000 DOE This role is responsible for carrying out fire door inspections and associated remedial works across residential properties and communal areas, ensuring compliance with current fire safety regulations and industry standards. The position involves identifying defects, completing repairs to a high standard, and maintaining accurate digital records of inspections, works completed, and compliance activity. The role combines technical carpentry expertise with a strong customer service focus, requiring work within occupied homes and shared residential spaces. Responsibilities include diagnosing fire door issues, carrying out repairs, maintaining safety standards, and ensuring all work is completed efficiently, safely, and in line with organisational procedures. Key duties include: Conducting fire door inspections and recording findings using digital systems Completing remedial carpentry and fire safety repairs Ensuring compliance with health, safety, environmental, and quality standards Carrying out risk assessments and following safe working practices Managing tools, equipment, vehicle stock, and materials effectively Liaising with customers, managers, compliance teams, and contractors Supporting fire safety improvement works identified through assessments Maintaining high productivity, workmanship, and customer satisfaction standards The role also requires adherence to policies relating to PPE, COSHH, lone working, asbestos awareness, vehicle safety, waste disposal, and data protection. Staff are expected to attend mandatory training, maintain qualifications, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate: Strong carpentry and joinery experience relating to fire doors Knowledge of fire safety standards and repair practices within residential environments. Good organisational, communication, and problem-solving skills are essential, as is the ability to work independently and manage workloads effectively. A recognised trade qualification is preferred Full driving licence Desirable experience includes additional construction trade skills, asbestos awareness training, and fire door inspection accreditation.
May 26, 2026
Full time
Fire Door H&S Specialist Bedford Full Time, Permanent Circa 40,000 DOE This role is responsible for carrying out fire door inspections and associated remedial works across residential properties and communal areas, ensuring compliance with current fire safety regulations and industry standards. The position involves identifying defects, completing repairs to a high standard, and maintaining accurate digital records of inspections, works completed, and compliance activity. The role combines technical carpentry expertise with a strong customer service focus, requiring work within occupied homes and shared residential spaces. Responsibilities include diagnosing fire door issues, carrying out repairs, maintaining safety standards, and ensuring all work is completed efficiently, safely, and in line with organisational procedures. Key duties include: Conducting fire door inspections and recording findings using digital systems Completing remedial carpentry and fire safety repairs Ensuring compliance with health, safety, environmental, and quality standards Carrying out risk assessments and following safe working practices Managing tools, equipment, vehicle stock, and materials effectively Liaising with customers, managers, compliance teams, and contractors Supporting fire safety improvement works identified through assessments Maintaining high productivity, workmanship, and customer satisfaction standards The role also requires adherence to policies relating to PPE, COSHH, lone working, asbestos awareness, vehicle safety, waste disposal, and data protection. Staff are expected to attend mandatory training, maintain qualifications, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate: Strong carpentry and joinery experience relating to fire doors Knowledge of fire safety standards and repair practices within residential environments. Good organisational, communication, and problem-solving skills are essential, as is the ability to work independently and manage workloads effectively. A recognised trade qualification is preferred Full driving licence Desirable experience includes additional construction trade skills, asbestos awareness training, and fire door inspection accreditation.
Senior Global Procurement Specialist 9-Month Fixed-Term Contract Hybrid (1-2 days per week in Central London) A specialist manufacturing organisation operating within a highly regulated, science-led environment is seeking an experienced Senior Global Procurement Specialist to support procurement activities across Clinical, R&D and Manufacturing operations. This is an excellent opportunity for a procurement professional with experience in pharmaceutical, biotech or life sciences environments to play a key role in ensuring the continuity, compliance and cost-effectiveness of critical materials and specialist services supporting product development and manufacturing. The Role Reporting into the Director of Global Procurement & Sourcing, you will lead sourcing and supplier management activities across a diverse portfolio including clinical trial materials, laboratory consumables, raw materials, reagents, packaging and outsourced testing services. You will work closely with cross-functional stakeholders across Clinical Operations, Research, Quality, Regulatory, Supply Chain, Legal and Finance to deliver robust procurement strategies that support operational and regulatory objectives. Key Responsibilities Lead sourcing and procurement activities for clinical, laboratory and manufacturing materials and services Manage RFx processes, supplier evaluations, negotiations and contract awards Develop and maintain strategic supplier relationships with CROs, laboratories and specialist providers Ensure continuity of supply for clinical studies, R&D programmes and manufacturing operations Support supplier qualification and compliance activities in line with GMP, GDP and GCP requirements Identify supply risks and implement mitigation and dual-sourcing strategies Drive cost optimisation and value improvement initiatives Support procurement process improvement, SOP development and audit readiness Maintain procurement data integrity within ERP systems (Oracle NetSuite preferred) About You You will bring: Experience in procurement within pharmaceutical, biotech, life sciences or other regulated manufacturing environments Strong knowledge of GMP and GDP requirements (GCP exposure desirable) Experience sourcing clinical trial supplies, laboratory consumables, raw materials or outsourced testing services Strong supplier management, negotiation and analytical skills The ability to build effective relationships across technical and operational teams Experience using ERP/MRP systems, ideally Oracle NetSuite Degree qualification and/or MCIPS qualification (or working towards)
May 26, 2026
Contractor
Senior Global Procurement Specialist 9-Month Fixed-Term Contract Hybrid (1-2 days per week in Central London) A specialist manufacturing organisation operating within a highly regulated, science-led environment is seeking an experienced Senior Global Procurement Specialist to support procurement activities across Clinical, R&D and Manufacturing operations. This is an excellent opportunity for a procurement professional with experience in pharmaceutical, biotech or life sciences environments to play a key role in ensuring the continuity, compliance and cost-effectiveness of critical materials and specialist services supporting product development and manufacturing. The Role Reporting into the Director of Global Procurement & Sourcing, you will lead sourcing and supplier management activities across a diverse portfolio including clinical trial materials, laboratory consumables, raw materials, reagents, packaging and outsourced testing services. You will work closely with cross-functional stakeholders across Clinical Operations, Research, Quality, Regulatory, Supply Chain, Legal and Finance to deliver robust procurement strategies that support operational and regulatory objectives. Key Responsibilities Lead sourcing and procurement activities for clinical, laboratory and manufacturing materials and services Manage RFx processes, supplier evaluations, negotiations and contract awards Develop and maintain strategic supplier relationships with CROs, laboratories and specialist providers Ensure continuity of supply for clinical studies, R&D programmes and manufacturing operations Support supplier qualification and compliance activities in line with GMP, GDP and GCP requirements Identify supply risks and implement mitigation and dual-sourcing strategies Drive cost optimisation and value improvement initiatives Support procurement process improvement, SOP development and audit readiness Maintain procurement data integrity within ERP systems (Oracle NetSuite preferred) About You You will bring: Experience in procurement within pharmaceutical, biotech, life sciences or other regulated manufacturing environments Strong knowledge of GMP and GDP requirements (GCP exposure desirable) Experience sourcing clinical trial supplies, laboratory consumables, raw materials or outsourced testing services Strong supplier management, negotiation and analytical skills The ability to build effective relationships across technical and operational teams Experience using ERP/MRP systems, ideally Oracle NetSuite Degree qualification and/or MCIPS qualification (or working towards)
Job title: Procurement Specialist Location: Warwick (2 days in the office per week - maybe a few more in the first few weeks) Contract length: 6-month rolling contract Randstad Sourceright, a leading provider of RPO & MSP Recruitment Services is currently seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Procurement Specialist on behalf of a well established manufacturing organisation to play a key role in supporting Manufacturing Operations. You will shape a competitive, sustainable supply chain, partnering globally to drive productivity, quality, and digitalization. By leading strategic sourcing, negotiations, and contract management, you will directly advance our mission toward affordable, clean energy. Some of the duties will include but are not limited to: Formulate local and regional material field strategies for non-pooled commodities. Structure negotiation frameworks, define awarding criteria, and secure sourcing board approvals. Lead complex multi-site commercial contracts, managing pricing, delivery, and payment terms. Govern vendor portfolios to optimize the EcoSystem strategy and build a preferred supplier list. Analyze global market trends to transform insights into optimized procurement strategies. Performance & Cost-Out: Monitor key supplier metrics and drive early vendor involvement in cost-reduction initiatives. Proactively identify supply chain vulnerabilities and implement strategic risk countermeasures. Cross-Functional Alignment: Partner with strategic commodity teams to align contractual terms with business needs. Lead end-to-end strategic project initiatives focused on product reactivation programs. Essential Requirements: Solid procurement experience or equivalent seniority in a related professional field such as engineering or costing. Proven ability to read and interpret technical engineering drawings. A strong understanding of product costing structures and how manufacturing costing works. Strong negotiation skills combined with the confident ability to ask critical questions. Highly capable of multitasking and managing several projects or deliverables at the same time. Mitigate supplier capacity and tooling constraints caused by scaling engine volumes, utilizing MRP systems to safeguard production schedules. Desirable Requirements: Outstanding Microsoft Excel skills tailored for complex data analysis and forecasting. Prior experience managing and collaborating with a global supplier base within a matrix organizational structure. Knowledge of component manufacturing processes and industrial quality standards.
May 26, 2026
Contractor
Job title: Procurement Specialist Location: Warwick (2 days in the office per week - maybe a few more in the first few weeks) Contract length: 6-month rolling contract Randstad Sourceright, a leading provider of RPO & MSP Recruitment Services is currently seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Procurement Specialist on behalf of a well established manufacturing organisation to play a key role in supporting Manufacturing Operations. You will shape a competitive, sustainable supply chain, partnering globally to drive productivity, quality, and digitalization. By leading strategic sourcing, negotiations, and contract management, you will directly advance our mission toward affordable, clean energy. Some of the duties will include but are not limited to: Formulate local and regional material field strategies for non-pooled commodities. Structure negotiation frameworks, define awarding criteria, and secure sourcing board approvals. Lead complex multi-site commercial contracts, managing pricing, delivery, and payment terms. Govern vendor portfolios to optimize the EcoSystem strategy and build a preferred supplier list. Analyze global market trends to transform insights into optimized procurement strategies. Performance & Cost-Out: Monitor key supplier metrics and drive early vendor involvement in cost-reduction initiatives. Proactively identify supply chain vulnerabilities and implement strategic risk countermeasures. Cross-Functional Alignment: Partner with strategic commodity teams to align contractual terms with business needs. Lead end-to-end strategic project initiatives focused on product reactivation programs. Essential Requirements: Solid procurement experience or equivalent seniority in a related professional field such as engineering or costing. Proven ability to read and interpret technical engineering drawings. A strong understanding of product costing structures and how manufacturing costing works. Strong negotiation skills combined with the confident ability to ask critical questions. Highly capable of multitasking and managing several projects or deliverables at the same time. Mitigate supplier capacity and tooling constraints caused by scaling engine volumes, utilizing MRP systems to safeguard production schedules. Desirable Requirements: Outstanding Microsoft Excel skills tailored for complex data analysis and forecasting. Prior experience managing and collaborating with a global supplier base within a matrix organizational structure. Knowledge of component manufacturing processes and industrial quality standards.
Salary: c£45,000 Duration: Permanent Location: National Our client, a leading health and social care charity, is seeking an Organisational Development Specialist to support sustainable culture, leadership, and practice development across the organisation. Working in complex and evolving environments, the role will design and deliver OD interventions that strengthen leadership, team effectiveness, psychological safety, and organisational capability. Key Responsibilities Design and deliver organisational development initiatives that strengthen culture, leadership, team effectiveness, and change readiness. Act as an internal consultant and coach to leaders and teams, supporting development, reflective practice, and effective ways of working. Facilitate workshops, reflective spaces, and learning interventions that encourage collaboration, insight, and continuous improvement. Use data, diagnostics, and feedback to shape interventions, evaluate impact, and support organisational learning. Build internal capability by embedding sustainable tools, frameworks, and development approaches. Work collaboratively with People & Culture, Operations, EDI, and other teams to support organisation-wide change and transformation. Maintain inclusive, ethical, and values-led practice through ongoing professional development and reflective learning. Essential Requirements Experience in leadership, team management, and HR practices. Background in organisational development, coaching, facilitation, or consultancy. Skilled in designing and delivering OD interventions, assessments, and learning materials. Strong facilitation, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills. Ability to apply systems thinking and translate theory into practice. High emotional intelligence and adaptability in complex environments. Knowledge of organisational culture, leadership, change, and adult learning. Reflective, professional, and committed to continuous improvement. Willingness to travel nationally, including overnight stays. Full UK driving licence or ability to travel effectively between sites. Morgan Hunt is a multi-award-winning recruitment business for interim, contract and temporary recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies. Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer. Job suitability is assessed on merit in accordance with the individual's skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.
May 26, 2026
Full time
Salary: c£45,000 Duration: Permanent Location: National Our client, a leading health and social care charity, is seeking an Organisational Development Specialist to support sustainable culture, leadership, and practice development across the organisation. Working in complex and evolving environments, the role will design and deliver OD interventions that strengthen leadership, team effectiveness, psychological safety, and organisational capability. Key Responsibilities Design and deliver organisational development initiatives that strengthen culture, leadership, team effectiveness, and change readiness. Act as an internal consultant and coach to leaders and teams, supporting development, reflective practice, and effective ways of working. Facilitate workshops, reflective spaces, and learning interventions that encourage collaboration, insight, and continuous improvement. Use data, diagnostics, and feedback to shape interventions, evaluate impact, and support organisational learning. Build internal capability by embedding sustainable tools, frameworks, and development approaches. Work collaboratively with People & Culture, Operations, EDI, and other teams to support organisation-wide change and transformation. Maintain inclusive, ethical, and values-led practice through ongoing professional development and reflective learning. Essential Requirements Experience in leadership, team management, and HR practices. Background in organisational development, coaching, facilitation, or consultancy. Skilled in designing and delivering OD interventions, assessments, and learning materials. Strong facilitation, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills. Ability to apply systems thinking and translate theory into practice. High emotional intelligence and adaptability in complex environments. Knowledge of organisational culture, leadership, change, and adult learning. Reflective, professional, and committed to continuous improvement. Willingness to travel nationally, including overnight stays. Full UK driving licence or ability to travel effectively between sites. Morgan Hunt is a multi-award-winning recruitment business for interim, contract and temporary recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies. Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer. Job suitability is assessed on merit in accordance with the individual's skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.
Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) Manager EXCLUSIVE ROLE Role: Lead health, safety, and environmental performance within a high-precision CNC manufacturing environment. Company: A specialist manufacturer of precision-machined components for the aerospace sector, supporting major engine programmes. Benefits: Competitive salary (£55,000 £58,000), 33 days holiday, pension scheme, free parking, productivity bonus, and paid refreshment allowance. Why this role: Play a critical role in ensuring safety and compliance within a highly regulated aerospace setting where precision and quality are paramount. Key Requirements: Proven HS&E experience within manufacturing (ideally aerospace or CNC machining) and strong stakeholder engagement skills. Additional: Referral bonus scheme (up to £500). Location: North West England Purpose of the Role The HSE Manager will lead and continuously improve health, safety, and environmental standards across a high-precision CNC machining facility. Working closely with production, engineering, and quality teams, the role ensures that all operations particularly those involving aerospace engine components are conducted safely, efficiently, and in full compliance with regulatory and industry standards. This is a hands-on role requiring a proactive approach to risk management, operational safety, and continuous improvement in a fast-paced, high-precision manufacturing environment. Key Responsibilities Ensure full compliance with all relevant UK HS&E legislation and applicable industry requirements Develop, implement, and continuously improve site-wide HSE policies, procedures, and systems Conduct and review risk assessments, including PUWER and COSHH, tailored to CNC machining, tooling, and associated processes Lead internal audits and support external/customer audits Work closely with Production and Engineering teams to embed safe working practices into CNC operations and process improvements Drive a proactive safety culture, promoting accountability and engagement at all levels Lead accident/incident investigations, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions Analyse and report HSE performance data to identify trends and support continuous improvement Manage the Management of Change (MOC) process for new machinery, tooling, and production methods Ensure robust Safe Systems of Work (SSOW), Permit-to-Work systems, and contractor controls are in place Coordinate emergency preparedness, including evacuation procedures and drills Ensure appropriate first aid provision and compliance with reporting requirements Chair HSE committee meetings and ensure actions are tracked and delivered General Responsibilities Maintain up-to-date knowledge of HS&E legislation and relevant industry requirements Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and customer expectations Promote clear communication of HSE expectations across all departments Support continuous improvement initiatives aligned with operational excellence Knowledge & Skills Required Strong working knowledge of Health, Safety & Environmental regulations NEBOSH qualified Experience within a manufacturing environment (aerospace, precision engineering, or CNC machining preferred) Understanding of hazards associated with high-precision machining, tooling, coolants, and automated equipment Experience conducting risk assessments, audits, and incident investigations Ability to influence and engage stakeholders across all levels of the business Personal Attributes Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Proactive, driven, and solutions-focused Approachable and able to build strong working relationships Highly organised and detail-oriented Professional, reliable, and resilient in a fast-paced environment
May 26, 2026
Full time
Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) Manager EXCLUSIVE ROLE Role: Lead health, safety, and environmental performance within a high-precision CNC manufacturing environment. Company: A specialist manufacturer of precision-machined components for the aerospace sector, supporting major engine programmes. Benefits: Competitive salary (£55,000 £58,000), 33 days holiday, pension scheme, free parking, productivity bonus, and paid refreshment allowance. Why this role: Play a critical role in ensuring safety and compliance within a highly regulated aerospace setting where precision and quality are paramount. Key Requirements: Proven HS&E experience within manufacturing (ideally aerospace or CNC machining) and strong stakeholder engagement skills. Additional: Referral bonus scheme (up to £500). Location: North West England Purpose of the Role The HSE Manager will lead and continuously improve health, safety, and environmental standards across a high-precision CNC machining facility. Working closely with production, engineering, and quality teams, the role ensures that all operations particularly those involving aerospace engine components are conducted safely, efficiently, and in full compliance with regulatory and industry standards. This is a hands-on role requiring a proactive approach to risk management, operational safety, and continuous improvement in a fast-paced, high-precision manufacturing environment. Key Responsibilities Ensure full compliance with all relevant UK HS&E legislation and applicable industry requirements Develop, implement, and continuously improve site-wide HSE policies, procedures, and systems Conduct and review risk assessments, including PUWER and COSHH, tailored to CNC machining, tooling, and associated processes Lead internal audits and support external/customer audits Work closely with Production and Engineering teams to embed safe working practices into CNC operations and process improvements Drive a proactive safety culture, promoting accountability and engagement at all levels Lead accident/incident investigations, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions Analyse and report HSE performance data to identify trends and support continuous improvement Manage the Management of Change (MOC) process for new machinery, tooling, and production methods Ensure robust Safe Systems of Work (SSOW), Permit-to-Work systems, and contractor controls are in place Coordinate emergency preparedness, including evacuation procedures and drills Ensure appropriate first aid provision and compliance with reporting requirements Chair HSE committee meetings and ensure actions are tracked and delivered General Responsibilities Maintain up-to-date knowledge of HS&E legislation and relevant industry requirements Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and customer expectations Promote clear communication of HSE expectations across all departments Support continuous improvement initiatives aligned with operational excellence Knowledge & Skills Required Strong working knowledge of Health, Safety & Environmental regulations NEBOSH qualified Experience within a manufacturing environment (aerospace, precision engineering, or CNC machining preferred) Understanding of hazards associated with high-precision machining, tooling, coolants, and automated equipment Experience conducting risk assessments, audits, and incident investigations Ability to influence and engage stakeholders across all levels of the business Personal Attributes Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Proactive, driven, and solutions-focused Approachable and able to build strong working relationships Highly organised and detail-oriented Professional, reliable, and resilient in a fast-paced environment
enior Quantity Surveyor - Marine & Civil Engineering 75,000 + Company Car / Allowance 25 Days Holiday + 10% Pension Match Life Assurance (3x Salary) Location: Dawlish (Head Office) with UK-wide Site Travel Bennett & Game Recruitment are proud to be working with a growing, investment-backed maritime and civil engineering contractor who are seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their commercial team. This is a senior-level opportunity offering involvement across multiple high-value marine infrastructure projects, with responsibility for commercial performance, contract management, and team leadership. Senior Quantity Surveyor Position Overview The successful candidate will lead the commercial and contractual management of multiple projects, ensuring financial efficiency, risk mitigation, and value optimisation. You will also play a key role in mentoring junior staff and supporting the wider commercial strategy of the business. Key Responsibilities Commercial & Financial Management Oversee financial performance across multiple projects, ensuring profitability Prepare and manage budgets, forecasts, and cash flow projections Conduct cost value reconciliations (CVRs) and monthly reporting Produce accurate cost reports, valuations, and final accounts Identify cost-saving and value engineering opportunities Contract Administration & Risk Management Manage contract preparation, negotiation, and administration Ensure compliance with contractual and legal requirements Lead on variations, claims, and dispute resolution Manage Early Warning Notices, compensation events, and extensions of time Promote strong commercial awareness across project teams Procurement & Supply Chain Lead procurement strategy and subcontractor selection Negotiate commercial terms with suppliers and subcontractors Manage subcontract accounts from procurement through to final account Maintain procurement schedules and cost benchmarking data Leadership & Team Development Mentor and support junior Quantity Surveyors Contribute to commercial strategy and process improvements Set objectives and support development plans for team members Work collaboratively with operational and finance teams Cost Control, Reporting & Compliance Lead cost monitoring, forecasting, and reporting processes Ensure financial documentation is accurate and audit-ready Maintain robust cost coding and site record systems Present financial updates to senior management Client & Stakeholder Engagement Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and stakeholders Act as a key commercial lead in meetings and negotiations Collaborate closely with Project Managers and senior leadership Senior Quantity Surveyor Position Requirements Proven experience in a Senior Quantity Surveyor role within civil engineering, marine, or infrastructure sectors Strong knowledge of contract management and commercial processes Experience managing high-value contracts and complex negotiations Excellent financial reporting, forecasting, and analytical skills Strong leadership and stakeholder management abilities Proficient in Microsoft Office and cost management systems Full UK driving licence Qualifications Degree or HND in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, Civil Engineering or similar MRICS or equivalent (highly desirable) CSCS car Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries. We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying you are granting us consent to process your data, contact you about the services we offer, and submit your CV for the role you have applied for.
May 26, 2026
Full time
enior Quantity Surveyor - Marine & Civil Engineering 75,000 + Company Car / Allowance 25 Days Holiday + 10% Pension Match Life Assurance (3x Salary) Location: Dawlish (Head Office) with UK-wide Site Travel Bennett & Game Recruitment are proud to be working with a growing, investment-backed maritime and civil engineering contractor who are seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their commercial team. This is a senior-level opportunity offering involvement across multiple high-value marine infrastructure projects, with responsibility for commercial performance, contract management, and team leadership. Senior Quantity Surveyor Position Overview The successful candidate will lead the commercial and contractual management of multiple projects, ensuring financial efficiency, risk mitigation, and value optimisation. You will also play a key role in mentoring junior staff and supporting the wider commercial strategy of the business. Key Responsibilities Commercial & Financial Management Oversee financial performance across multiple projects, ensuring profitability Prepare and manage budgets, forecasts, and cash flow projections Conduct cost value reconciliations (CVRs) and monthly reporting Produce accurate cost reports, valuations, and final accounts Identify cost-saving and value engineering opportunities Contract Administration & Risk Management Manage contract preparation, negotiation, and administration Ensure compliance with contractual and legal requirements Lead on variations, claims, and dispute resolution Manage Early Warning Notices, compensation events, and extensions of time Promote strong commercial awareness across project teams Procurement & Supply Chain Lead procurement strategy and subcontractor selection Negotiate commercial terms with suppliers and subcontractors Manage subcontract accounts from procurement through to final account Maintain procurement schedules and cost benchmarking data Leadership & Team Development Mentor and support junior Quantity Surveyors Contribute to commercial strategy and process improvements Set objectives and support development plans for team members Work collaboratively with operational and finance teams Cost Control, Reporting & Compliance Lead cost monitoring, forecasting, and reporting processes Ensure financial documentation is accurate and audit-ready Maintain robust cost coding and site record systems Present financial updates to senior management Client & Stakeholder Engagement Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and stakeholders Act as a key commercial lead in meetings and negotiations Collaborate closely with Project Managers and senior leadership Senior Quantity Surveyor Position Requirements Proven experience in a Senior Quantity Surveyor role within civil engineering, marine, or infrastructure sectors Strong knowledge of contract management and commercial processes Experience managing high-value contracts and complex negotiations Excellent financial reporting, forecasting, and analytical skills Strong leadership and stakeholder management abilities Proficient in Microsoft Office and cost management systems Full UK driving licence Qualifications Degree or HND in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, Civil Engineering or similar MRICS or equivalent (highly desirable) CSCS car Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries. We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying you are granting us consent to process your data, contact you about the services we offer, and submit your CV for the role you have applied for.
Enterprise Architect - Retail & Hospitality Tech Leading UK retailer and hospitality client now undergoing a significant business and technology transformation. This is a pivotal hire within a newly evolving architecture function, offering the opportunity to shape enterprise-wide strategy during a large-scale cloud and operating model transformation. As Enterprise Architect, you'll operate as a senior individual contributor, working across domains with tech leads and engaging closely with C-suite stakeholders. This is a highly visible, commercially focused role-not hands-on engineering but defining how technology enables the business to grow and compete. The IT enterprise architect will develop and define our technology strategy. Working alongside our strategic vendors to set direction, drive innovation, stretch thinking and ensure we're constantly benefiting from the best technology across all areas of our business landscape, including corporate, head office and operations. Reporting to the director of IT strategy and architecture, you will be responsible for the design and engineering principles associated with the delivery and operational health of our technology landscape, as well as the broader technology governance process. Key Accountabilities Assist leadership team and strategic partners in the setting of our technology strategy, architecture and engineering principles for our technology function - in collaboration with relevant specialist technical leads Facilitate business and IT alignment, connecting strategy to execution, through a collaborative, supportive and consultative manner - driving our digital business strategies to balance innovation and growth Translate and guide execution of business strategy to achieve our targeted business outcomes by leading the development of an implementation roadmap for enterprise architecture Drive innovation through active horizon-scanning of emerging technologies and the business ecosystem for major disruptive technology and nontechnology trends (trendspotting) that affect our markets and business Lead analysis of our future-state capabilities and future (and current) technology environment, to detect critical gaps and opportunities and recommend solutions for improvement to drive our business towards its targeted outcomes Support our technology partners in delivering change in line with our overall technology strategy of creating modular, cloud-first solutions Develop and implement core technology governance frameworks for technologists across our business and its partners (including format, documentation approach and implementation strategy, as well as evolving the framework as necessary in line with advice from key business stakeholders and strategic partners) Own, build and maintain the enterprise roadmaps, such that it is easily communicated to partners and the wider technology functions, and in such a way that it can adapt to the changing commercial landscape Define repeatable patterns, tools and approaches for all teams - ensure that all solutions designed target our cloud-first architecture Agree, document and publish architecture principles, tools and frameworks to ensure our technology is managed and nurtured as a series of value-creating ecosystems Develop strong relationships and collaborative ways of working at all levels across internal and external stakeholders Provide and track the holistic view of our technology ecosystems and work with internal and external teams to evolve them as necessary The Person Technical Knowledge & Experience An expert practitioner with experience of overseeing end-to-end application architecture, preferably in a similar multi-site, omnichannel, enterprise scale business within the, retail or hospitality sector Experience in cloud migration and application modernisation programmes Experience in agile ways of working, DevSecOps, SRE and continuous delivery Comfortable defining migration patterns and green-field architectures, and crucially where the two intersect Ability to identify software or technology opportunities and drive the introduction of new tools and processes across teams and disciplines Proven leader in innovation and sought out for their engineering and solution design skills to drive the organisation's digital business strategies Expert in their core discipline and skilled in several other areas, with experience and knowledge of several domain and product areas Experience in setting strategic direction as well as leveraging external expertise alike Mastery of all components of enterprise architecture, business & IT principles and processes Strong consulting skills such as targeted communications, engagement management, stakeholder management and business development Experience in the broader consumer commercial landscape - including how technology can be used to enable enhance customer experience, operational efficiency, data insights and cost optimisation Experience of various operating models such as project-centric and product-centric and different types of agile principles, methodologies and frameworks, especially those designed to be scaled at the enterprise level Vendor - and technology neutral - Seeks to achieve targeted business outcomes than for personal preferences, or in vested personal preferences of other business and IT leaders Stays on top of tech trends, experimenting with, and learning new technologies A strong focus enablement, creating patterns, toolsets and best practice allowing for a true as-a-service' capability across applications, software engineering, integration and data Deep architecture focus, ensuring technologies are used, purchased and developed appropriately Skills Analytical: Takes a logical approach to analysis of information to draw accurate conclusions Business acumen: Robust understanding of how a multi-site business operates with awareness of key challenges and risks, as well as how a leveraged business manages corporate risks to drive value and growth People management: Able to achieve high levels of performance through teams; sets clear objectives and guides and motivates team members to succeed Influencing and persuading: Confident relationship building skills with proven ability to influence and negotiate effectively at senior levels. Ability to deliver change and have an impact as a business partner through a diplomatic, yet tenacious approach Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, communicating effectively at all levels. Creates a positive impact with gravitas and credibility within the organisation and externally Facilitation: Able to facilitate team's and individual thinking processes Prioritisation: Effectively manages own and team's workload against competing demands. Is structured and organised Problem solving: Excellent problem solving, with ability to probe and establish real issues and identify correct solutions Numerate and analytical: Is extremely confident with numbers and takes a logical and methodical approach to the analysis of information to draw accurate conclusions before making informed decisions IT literate: Excel - strong Excel skills and experiences; PowerPoint - able to create effective presentations and documents; Word - high level of ability; Other - experience and knowledge of modern reporting systems This position offers a basic salary up to £110K + car allowance + bonus and excellent package. The role requires 4 days a week in the West London office with Friday's WFH.
May 26, 2026
Full time
Enterprise Architect - Retail & Hospitality Tech Leading UK retailer and hospitality client now undergoing a significant business and technology transformation. This is a pivotal hire within a newly evolving architecture function, offering the opportunity to shape enterprise-wide strategy during a large-scale cloud and operating model transformation. As Enterprise Architect, you'll operate as a senior individual contributor, working across domains with tech leads and engaging closely with C-suite stakeholders. This is a highly visible, commercially focused role-not hands-on engineering but defining how technology enables the business to grow and compete. The IT enterprise architect will develop and define our technology strategy. Working alongside our strategic vendors to set direction, drive innovation, stretch thinking and ensure we're constantly benefiting from the best technology across all areas of our business landscape, including corporate, head office and operations. Reporting to the director of IT strategy and architecture, you will be responsible for the design and engineering principles associated with the delivery and operational health of our technology landscape, as well as the broader technology governance process. Key Accountabilities Assist leadership team and strategic partners in the setting of our technology strategy, architecture and engineering principles for our technology function - in collaboration with relevant specialist technical leads Facilitate business and IT alignment, connecting strategy to execution, through a collaborative, supportive and consultative manner - driving our digital business strategies to balance innovation and growth Translate and guide execution of business strategy to achieve our targeted business outcomes by leading the development of an implementation roadmap for enterprise architecture Drive innovation through active horizon-scanning of emerging technologies and the business ecosystem for major disruptive technology and nontechnology trends (trendspotting) that affect our markets and business Lead analysis of our future-state capabilities and future (and current) technology environment, to detect critical gaps and opportunities and recommend solutions for improvement to drive our business towards its targeted outcomes Support our technology partners in delivering change in line with our overall technology strategy of creating modular, cloud-first solutions Develop and implement core technology governance frameworks for technologists across our business and its partners (including format, documentation approach and implementation strategy, as well as evolving the framework as necessary in line with advice from key business stakeholders and strategic partners) Own, build and maintain the enterprise roadmaps, such that it is easily communicated to partners and the wider technology functions, and in such a way that it can adapt to the changing commercial landscape Define repeatable patterns, tools and approaches for all teams - ensure that all solutions designed target our cloud-first architecture Agree, document and publish architecture principles, tools and frameworks to ensure our technology is managed and nurtured as a series of value-creating ecosystems Develop strong relationships and collaborative ways of working at all levels across internal and external stakeholders Provide and track the holistic view of our technology ecosystems and work with internal and external teams to evolve them as necessary The Person Technical Knowledge & Experience An expert practitioner with experience of overseeing end-to-end application architecture, preferably in a similar multi-site, omnichannel, enterprise scale business within the, retail or hospitality sector Experience in cloud migration and application modernisation programmes Experience in agile ways of working, DevSecOps, SRE and continuous delivery Comfortable defining migration patterns and green-field architectures, and crucially where the two intersect Ability to identify software or technology opportunities and drive the introduction of new tools and processes across teams and disciplines Proven leader in innovation and sought out for their engineering and solution design skills to drive the organisation's digital business strategies Expert in their core discipline and skilled in several other areas, with experience and knowledge of several domain and product areas Experience in setting strategic direction as well as leveraging external expertise alike Mastery of all components of enterprise architecture, business & IT principles and processes Strong consulting skills such as targeted communications, engagement management, stakeholder management and business development Experience in the broader consumer commercial landscape - including how technology can be used to enable enhance customer experience, operational efficiency, data insights and cost optimisation Experience of various operating models such as project-centric and product-centric and different types of agile principles, methodologies and frameworks, especially those designed to be scaled at the enterprise level Vendor - and technology neutral - Seeks to achieve targeted business outcomes than for personal preferences, or in vested personal preferences of other business and IT leaders Stays on top of tech trends, experimenting with, and learning new technologies A strong focus enablement, creating patterns, toolsets and best practice allowing for a true as-a-service' capability across applications, software engineering, integration and data Deep architecture focus, ensuring technologies are used, purchased and developed appropriately Skills Analytical: Takes a logical approach to analysis of information to draw accurate conclusions Business acumen: Robust understanding of how a multi-site business operates with awareness of key challenges and risks, as well as how a leveraged business manages corporate risks to drive value and growth People management: Able to achieve high levels of performance through teams; sets clear objectives and guides and motivates team members to succeed Influencing and persuading: Confident relationship building skills with proven ability to influence and negotiate effectively at senior levels. Ability to deliver change and have an impact as a business partner through a diplomatic, yet tenacious approach Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, communicating effectively at all levels. Creates a positive impact with gravitas and credibility within the organisation and externally Facilitation: Able to facilitate team's and individual thinking processes Prioritisation: Effectively manages own and team's workload against competing demands. Is structured and organised Problem solving: Excellent problem solving, with ability to probe and establish real issues and identify correct solutions Numerate and analytical: Is extremely confident with numbers and takes a logical and methodical approach to the analysis of information to draw accurate conclusions before making informed decisions IT literate: Excel - strong Excel skills and experiences; PowerPoint - able to create effective presentations and documents; Word - high level of ability; Other - experience and knowledge of modern reporting systems This position offers a basic salary up to £110K + car allowance + bonus and excellent package. The role requires 4 days a week in the West London office with Friday's WFH.
Job Title: Payroll Operations & Interface Lead (People Services) Location: Bicester 1-2 days per week onsite with free parkingSalary: £58,000 - £64,750 Contract: 12 month Fixed-Term Contract (with potential to become permanent) We're partnering with a large, complex public sector organisation undergoing transformation within its People Services function. As part of a recent restructure, a newly created opportunity has arisen for a Payroll Operations & Interface Lead to act as the critical link between HR, Finance and an outsourced payroll provider.This is not a traditional Payroll Manager role. Instead, you'll sit at the centre of the operation, driving connectivity, improving governance and shifting the function from a reactive to a more proactive, insight-led model. Key Responsibilities: Act as the primary interface between the organisation and outsourced payroll provider (SBS) Manage, escalate and drive resolution of complex payroll queries Improve visibility of payroll issues, identifying trends, root causes and systemic challenges Lead the operational management of the outsourced payroll provider, ensuring delivery against agreed KPIs and SLAs Lead and develop the People Services team, including performance management, development and workforce planning Ensure all processes, systems and procedures are clearly documented and consistently applied Strengthen SLA adherence and stakeholder accountability across HR, Finance and operational teams Introduce greater structure, consistency and governance across payroll-related processes Drive improvements across ticketing, workflows, automation and user experience Provide expert advice on payroll, tax, NI and statutory compliance Support organisational change, including redundancy, pay protection and restructuring calculations Identify whether issues sit with the external provider or internal processes (e.g. manager behaviours, late changes, leavers) Support the development of a more joined-up approach across pay, reward, workforce and people processes Horizon scan for upcoming regulatory changes (e.g. National Minimum Wage and wider employment legislation) and assess impact Contribute to longer-term strategic direction of payroll and people services About the Role: Newly created position within a recently restructured People Services team Current environment is process-heavy and fragmented, with an opportunity to drive meaningful change Strong potential for the role to evolve into a more strategic leadership position if made permanent About You: Strong payroll expertise, ideally gained within a payroll services or outsourced environment Experience managing complex pay scenarios (e.g. backpay, banding/average pay, over/underpayments, pay-related grievances) Confident working in regulated, complex organisations - public sector or NHS experience highly advantageous Comfortable operating at a senior level, influencing, advising and constructively challenging stakeholders Proven ability to improve processes, governance and ways of working Experience with payroll systems/data (e.g. ESR, workforce reporting) desirable Knowledge of TUPE and wider employment/pay regulations beneficial This is a highly visible role working across multiple stakeholder groups, including HR, Finance, Workforce teams and operational leaders. It would suit someone who enjoys bringing structure to complexity, driving improvements and enhancing the overall employee experience through better payroll and people processes. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
May 26, 2026
Contractor
Job Title: Payroll Operations & Interface Lead (People Services) Location: Bicester 1-2 days per week onsite with free parkingSalary: £58,000 - £64,750 Contract: 12 month Fixed-Term Contract (with potential to become permanent) We're partnering with a large, complex public sector organisation undergoing transformation within its People Services function. As part of a recent restructure, a newly created opportunity has arisen for a Payroll Operations & Interface Lead to act as the critical link between HR, Finance and an outsourced payroll provider.This is not a traditional Payroll Manager role. Instead, you'll sit at the centre of the operation, driving connectivity, improving governance and shifting the function from a reactive to a more proactive, insight-led model. Key Responsibilities: Act as the primary interface between the organisation and outsourced payroll provider (SBS) Manage, escalate and drive resolution of complex payroll queries Improve visibility of payroll issues, identifying trends, root causes and systemic challenges Lead the operational management of the outsourced payroll provider, ensuring delivery against agreed KPIs and SLAs Lead and develop the People Services team, including performance management, development and workforce planning Ensure all processes, systems and procedures are clearly documented and consistently applied Strengthen SLA adherence and stakeholder accountability across HR, Finance and operational teams Introduce greater structure, consistency and governance across payroll-related processes Drive improvements across ticketing, workflows, automation and user experience Provide expert advice on payroll, tax, NI and statutory compliance Support organisational change, including redundancy, pay protection and restructuring calculations Identify whether issues sit with the external provider or internal processes (e.g. manager behaviours, late changes, leavers) Support the development of a more joined-up approach across pay, reward, workforce and people processes Horizon scan for upcoming regulatory changes (e.g. National Minimum Wage and wider employment legislation) and assess impact Contribute to longer-term strategic direction of payroll and people services About the Role: Newly created position within a recently restructured People Services team Current environment is process-heavy and fragmented, with an opportunity to drive meaningful change Strong potential for the role to evolve into a more strategic leadership position if made permanent About You: Strong payroll expertise, ideally gained within a payroll services or outsourced environment Experience managing complex pay scenarios (e.g. backpay, banding/average pay, over/underpayments, pay-related grievances) Confident working in regulated, complex organisations - public sector or NHS experience highly advantageous Comfortable operating at a senior level, influencing, advising and constructively challenging stakeholders Proven ability to improve processes, governance and ways of working Experience with payroll systems/data (e.g. ESR, workforce reporting) desirable Knowledge of TUPE and wider employment/pay regulations beneficial This is a highly visible role working across multiple stakeholder groups, including HR, Finance, Workforce teams and operational leaders. It would suit someone who enjoys bringing structure to complexity, driving improvements and enhancing the overall employee experience through better payroll and people processes. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
Hays Specialist Recruitment
Sunderland, Tyne And Wear
About the Role My client is looking for a driven and commercially astute Development Manager to play a key role in shaping and delivering future development programme.This is an exciting opportunity to identify, secure, and lead land and development opportunities that will help create high-quality, sustainable communities and deliver much-needed affordable homes.You'll take ownership of projects from initial site identification through to planning consent, working collaboratively with a wide range of partners and stakeholders to bring schemes to life. What You'll Be Doing Strategic & Commercial Impact Identify and secure new land and development opportunities aligned to our ambitions Contribute to regeneration strategies and sustainable place-making Analyse housing markets and advise on development opportunities Prepare robust financial appraisals and funding bids End-to-End Project Delivery Lead development opportunities from concept to planning approval Manage feasibility, design development, and compliance with quality standards Oversee procurement of consultants and contractors Ensure strong financial control and delivery against KPIs Partnership & Stakeholder Engagement Build strong relationships with local authorities, developers, Homes England, and landowners Lead external consultations and incorporate customer feedback into schemes Represent the organisation and enhance its profile as a leading developer Governance & Performance Prepare clear, high-quality reports for senior leadership and board approvals Monitor performance against business plans and regulatory requirements Ensure compliance with Homes England and audit standard What We're Looking For Essential Skills & Experience Proven experience in housing development, planning, or regeneration Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple schemes Commercial awareness with experience in financial appraisals and viability modelling Excellent stakeholder engagement and relationship-building skills Ability to analyse complex data and make informed decisions Knowledge of housing sector policy, planning systems, and development challenges Who You Are A strong communicator who can influence and engage at all levels Self-motivated with a proactive and solution-focused mindset Able to manage competing priorities and thrive in a fast-paced environment Innovative, adaptable, and committed to delivering high-quality outcomes What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found on our website.
May 26, 2026
Full time
About the Role My client is looking for a driven and commercially astute Development Manager to play a key role in shaping and delivering future development programme.This is an exciting opportunity to identify, secure, and lead land and development opportunities that will help create high-quality, sustainable communities and deliver much-needed affordable homes.You'll take ownership of projects from initial site identification through to planning consent, working collaboratively with a wide range of partners and stakeholders to bring schemes to life. What You'll Be Doing Strategic & Commercial Impact Identify and secure new land and development opportunities aligned to our ambitions Contribute to regeneration strategies and sustainable place-making Analyse housing markets and advise on development opportunities Prepare robust financial appraisals and funding bids End-to-End Project Delivery Lead development opportunities from concept to planning approval Manage feasibility, design development, and compliance with quality standards Oversee procurement of consultants and contractors Ensure strong financial control and delivery against KPIs Partnership & Stakeholder Engagement Build strong relationships with local authorities, developers, Homes England, and landowners Lead external consultations and incorporate customer feedback into schemes Represent the organisation and enhance its profile as a leading developer Governance & Performance Prepare clear, high-quality reports for senior leadership and board approvals Monitor performance against business plans and regulatory requirements Ensure compliance with Homes England and audit standard What We're Looking For Essential Skills & Experience Proven experience in housing development, planning, or regeneration Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple schemes Commercial awareness with experience in financial appraisals and viability modelling Excellent stakeholder engagement and relationship-building skills Ability to analyse complex data and make informed decisions Knowledge of housing sector policy, planning systems, and development challenges Who You Are A strong communicator who can influence and engage at all levels Self-motivated with a proactive and solution-focused mindset Able to manage competing priorities and thrive in a fast-paced environment Innovative, adaptable, and committed to delivering high-quality outcomes What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found on our website.
About the job Job summary We are looking for an enthusiastic Lead Infrastructure Engineer (Platform/DevOps) with great leadership and technical skills and a drive to improve. This role is a unique opportunity as you will be part of a team delivering Platform Infrastructure and systems to the highest standards and implementing the DevOps culture and principles across the business. Give yourself the best opportunity to apply! No need to register: just click on the link above to join, listen, and gain tips to help you apply. Cameras and microphones will be switched off. Can't make the session, or want something to refer back to? Just email our Outreach mailbox on: and we'll share a copy of the session slides. Companies House offers a flexible and welcoming culture that promotes a healthy work life balance as well as a proactive approach to wellbeing that allows us to be our best at work. We recognise that people are the key to our success so offer a fantastic benefits package including flexible working with no core hours, 30 days annual leave, 8 bank holidays and 1 privilege day as well as enrolment into the Civil Service Pension scheme with a contribution rate averaging 28%. Please note: Companies House cannot offer Visa sponsorship to candidates through this campaign. Security Clearance is an essential requirement for this campaign. You'll need to have been in the UK for at least 3 out of the last 5 years to be eligible to apply for SC. The team for this role is based in our Cardiff office, and a hybrid employment contract will be provided as the standard offering. However, remote contracts may be considered as an exception whereby commuting to the office location of your team is not reasonably practicable. We're able to consider full-time, part-time and compressed hours for this role for the successful candidate (part-time and compressed options would be a minimum of 30 hours over 4 or 5 days). Job description The position will be focussed on building and maintaining Infrastructure to enable the organisation to deliver rapidly and reliably deploy and innovate for our customers. A Lead Infrastructure Engineer will work our development teams, ensuring work is delivered to the standards set out in our best practice guides. The role requires the candidate to lead on various streams of work and provide technical support to Infrastructure engineers across the organisation. As a Lead Infrastructure Engineer , the candidate must perform at the level defined within the DDaT Capability Framework. You may be required to undertake line management responsibilities in this position: this will be discussed with the successful candidate. Management experience is not essential as training can be provided. Responsibilities You will be responsible for delivering the infrastructure and tooling to support a continuous delivery approach within Companies House. You will be user and service focused ensuring that value is delivered through improvement and automation of platform services. Working in a team of infrastructure specialists and engineers, a Lead Infrastructure Engineer builds, administers, supports, and maintains solutions as directed and according to departmental policy. Most of the time will be spent working with the delivery teams on carrying out the infrastructure work on development projects. This will include answering any queries regarding environment, configuration, and CI/CD processes. At this role level, you will: Ensure services are integrated, delivered, and operated as required. Work with technical architects to translate architectural designs into operations. Design and develop infrastructure as code, source code repositories, and Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery pipelines to execute change on Cloud environments. Lead and support colleagues in non-functional requirements, ensuring availability, security, capacity, and performance for the platform and/or service. Transform technical requirements into an effective DevOps toolchain to enable product delivery. Ensure that deployment strategies for products are repeatable, scalable, and universally available. Have deep technical knowledge, providing support to delivery teams and solving complex problems. Ensuring best practice guides are maintained and adhered to. Ensure that integration is controlled, maintained and managed through Iaas, PaaS and SaaS cloud solutions. Work with stakeholders to deliver and configure solutions via multiple cloud estate providers. Lead on technical workstreams, ensuring delivery aligns with organisational goals and best practices. Carry out horizon scanning and impact assessments to identify emerging trends and technologies, evaluating their potential influence on our services. You can read more about a career in Digital and Data within the Civil Service in the Government Digital and Data Candidate Information Pack. Person specification We are looking for the following experience, which will be assessed at sift and at interview. Expert knowledge in: Terraform and Cloud technologies (preferably AWS) CI/CD tools (e.g., Concourse) Strong practical experience in: GitHub (source control and versioning) Containerisation (Docker) Unix/Linux Working knowledge of: Ansible Packer Specialist skills: DevOps : Programming languages such as Java, NodeJS, and Python DevSecOps : Cloud security principles and disaster recovery (e.g., AWS Control Tower, IAM solutions, encryption, MFA, governance and compliance ISO 27017 , DRaaS) Testing Infrastructure : Testing principles and frameworks (e.g., Selenium/Java, Playwright/TypeScript, BrowserStack, Karate DSL) Behaviours We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process: Delivering at Pace Leadership Making Effective Decisions Communicating and Influencing Technical skills We'll assess you against these technical skills during the selection process: Terraform & Cloud Provider Technology Understanding Containerisation (Docker) CI/ CD Tooling and Principles Benefits Alongside your salary of £53,540, Companies House contributes £15,510 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. We believe that our success is driven by the well-being and satisfaction of our team members at all levels of the organisation. At Companies House we're committed to providing a comprehensive benefits package that goes beyond the ordinary, ensuring your career journey with us is not only fulfilling, but also rewarding. We pride ourselves on offering a quality work-life balance with our employee wellbeing being central to our working practices. Head to Our Benefits page to find out more about the fantastic benefits package we have at Companies House. We celebrate diversity As an equal opportunity employer, we celebrate diversity, being committed to ensuring we're representative of the citizens we serve and creating an inclusive environment. Everyone in Companies House brings something different, and so will you. To fulfil our commitment to recruiting and attracting diverse talent we welcome applications from underrepresented groups. We also welcome applications from Welsh speakers. We are proud to be a disability confident leader. Our recruitment process is fully inclusive and we can make adjustments as needed through our process. These could include having an interview buddy, extra time at interviews/assessments and receiving interview questions in advance, to name a few. If you require any reasonable adjustments at application stage, or if you'd like to discuss any person-centred adjustments, please contact us by emailing . Read our Applying under the Disability Confidence Sche,e (DCS) guide to find out how to successfully complete an application under the Disability Confidence Scheme (DCS). Where will you be working? We are currently using a hybrid approach to the way we work which provides opportunities for you to be adaptable in the way you work so that you can achieve a healthy balance between your work and home life. The degree of choice you have will depend on your role and your day-to-day work activities. Your manager will agree regular patterns of attendance with you; however, you may be required to make yourself available to attend the office more frequently when required to meet business needs. The team for this role is based in our Cardiff office, and a hybrid employment contract will be provided as the standard offering. However, remote contracts may be considered as an exception whereby commuting to the office location of your team is not reasonably practicable.
May 26, 2026
Full time
About the job Job summary We are looking for an enthusiastic Lead Infrastructure Engineer (Platform/DevOps) with great leadership and technical skills and a drive to improve. This role is a unique opportunity as you will be part of a team delivering Platform Infrastructure and systems to the highest standards and implementing the DevOps culture and principles across the business. Give yourself the best opportunity to apply! No need to register: just click on the link above to join, listen, and gain tips to help you apply. Cameras and microphones will be switched off. Can't make the session, or want something to refer back to? Just email our Outreach mailbox on: and we'll share a copy of the session slides. Companies House offers a flexible and welcoming culture that promotes a healthy work life balance as well as a proactive approach to wellbeing that allows us to be our best at work. We recognise that people are the key to our success so offer a fantastic benefits package including flexible working with no core hours, 30 days annual leave, 8 bank holidays and 1 privilege day as well as enrolment into the Civil Service Pension scheme with a contribution rate averaging 28%. Please note: Companies House cannot offer Visa sponsorship to candidates through this campaign. Security Clearance is an essential requirement for this campaign. You'll need to have been in the UK for at least 3 out of the last 5 years to be eligible to apply for SC. The team for this role is based in our Cardiff office, and a hybrid employment contract will be provided as the standard offering. However, remote contracts may be considered as an exception whereby commuting to the office location of your team is not reasonably practicable. We're able to consider full-time, part-time and compressed hours for this role for the successful candidate (part-time and compressed options would be a minimum of 30 hours over 4 or 5 days). Job description The position will be focussed on building and maintaining Infrastructure to enable the organisation to deliver rapidly and reliably deploy and innovate for our customers. A Lead Infrastructure Engineer will work our development teams, ensuring work is delivered to the standards set out in our best practice guides. The role requires the candidate to lead on various streams of work and provide technical support to Infrastructure engineers across the organisation. As a Lead Infrastructure Engineer , the candidate must perform at the level defined within the DDaT Capability Framework. You may be required to undertake line management responsibilities in this position: this will be discussed with the successful candidate. Management experience is not essential as training can be provided. Responsibilities You will be responsible for delivering the infrastructure and tooling to support a continuous delivery approach within Companies House. You will be user and service focused ensuring that value is delivered through improvement and automation of platform services. Working in a team of infrastructure specialists and engineers, a Lead Infrastructure Engineer builds, administers, supports, and maintains solutions as directed and according to departmental policy. Most of the time will be spent working with the delivery teams on carrying out the infrastructure work on development projects. This will include answering any queries regarding environment, configuration, and CI/CD processes. At this role level, you will: Ensure services are integrated, delivered, and operated as required. Work with technical architects to translate architectural designs into operations. Design and develop infrastructure as code, source code repositories, and Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery pipelines to execute change on Cloud environments. Lead and support colleagues in non-functional requirements, ensuring availability, security, capacity, and performance for the platform and/or service. Transform technical requirements into an effective DevOps toolchain to enable product delivery. Ensure that deployment strategies for products are repeatable, scalable, and universally available. Have deep technical knowledge, providing support to delivery teams and solving complex problems. Ensuring best practice guides are maintained and adhered to. Ensure that integration is controlled, maintained and managed through Iaas, PaaS and SaaS cloud solutions. Work with stakeholders to deliver and configure solutions via multiple cloud estate providers. Lead on technical workstreams, ensuring delivery aligns with organisational goals and best practices. Carry out horizon scanning and impact assessments to identify emerging trends and technologies, evaluating their potential influence on our services. You can read more about a career in Digital and Data within the Civil Service in the Government Digital and Data Candidate Information Pack. Person specification We are looking for the following experience, which will be assessed at sift and at interview. Expert knowledge in: Terraform and Cloud technologies (preferably AWS) CI/CD tools (e.g., Concourse) Strong practical experience in: GitHub (source control and versioning) Containerisation (Docker) Unix/Linux Working knowledge of: Ansible Packer Specialist skills: DevOps : Programming languages such as Java, NodeJS, and Python DevSecOps : Cloud security principles and disaster recovery (e.g., AWS Control Tower, IAM solutions, encryption, MFA, governance and compliance ISO 27017 , DRaaS) Testing Infrastructure : Testing principles and frameworks (e.g., Selenium/Java, Playwright/TypeScript, BrowserStack, Karate DSL) Behaviours We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process: Delivering at Pace Leadership Making Effective Decisions Communicating and Influencing Technical skills We'll assess you against these technical skills during the selection process: Terraform & Cloud Provider Technology Understanding Containerisation (Docker) CI/ CD Tooling and Principles Benefits Alongside your salary of £53,540, Companies House contributes £15,510 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. We believe that our success is driven by the well-being and satisfaction of our team members at all levels of the organisation. At Companies House we're committed to providing a comprehensive benefits package that goes beyond the ordinary, ensuring your career journey with us is not only fulfilling, but also rewarding. We pride ourselves on offering a quality work-life balance with our employee wellbeing being central to our working practices. Head to Our Benefits page to find out more about the fantastic benefits package we have at Companies House. We celebrate diversity As an equal opportunity employer, we celebrate diversity, being committed to ensuring we're representative of the citizens we serve and creating an inclusive environment. Everyone in Companies House brings something different, and so will you. To fulfil our commitment to recruiting and attracting diverse talent we welcome applications from underrepresented groups. We also welcome applications from Welsh speakers. We are proud to be a disability confident leader. Our recruitment process is fully inclusive and we can make adjustments as needed through our process. These could include having an interview buddy, extra time at interviews/assessments and receiving interview questions in advance, to name a few. If you require any reasonable adjustments at application stage, or if you'd like to discuss any person-centred adjustments, please contact us by emailing . Read our Applying under the Disability Confidence Sche,e (DCS) guide to find out how to successfully complete an application under the Disability Confidence Scheme (DCS). Where will you be working? We are currently using a hybrid approach to the way we work which provides opportunities for you to be adaptable in the way you work so that you can achieve a healthy balance between your work and home life. The degree of choice you have will depend on your role and your day-to-day work activities. Your manager will agree regular patterns of attendance with you; however, you may be required to make yourself available to attend the office more frequently when required to meet business needs. The team for this role is based in our Cardiff office, and a hybrid employment contract will be provided as the standard offering. However, remote contracts may be considered as an exception whereby commuting to the office location of your team is not reasonably practicable.
Bennett and Game Recruitment LTD
Nuneaton, Warwickshire
Senior Bookkeeper Position Package: Competitive salary (dependent on experience), hybrid working options, comprehensive benefits package including Life Insurance, and more Working Hours: Full-time or Part-time (20+ hours per week), flexible working patterns and job-sharing considered (4 days from home) A new opening is available for an experienced Senior Bookkeeper with Payroll experience to join a rapidly expanding accountancy practice. Our department has gained momentum through rapid expansion, managing a diverse and growing portfolio of client accounts. As we continue to scale, we are looking for a confident, "hands-on" professional who is ready to take full ownership of delivering high-quality bookkeeping and payroll services. This role is well-suited to an organized, senior-level professional with solid practice or multi-client experience and a strong "can-do" attitude. Whether you are looking for full-time engagement or a flexible part-time arrangement, the focus is on your ability to work on your own initiative, deliver accurate records, and support a collaborative team. If you are a detail-focused professional looking for a varied role with modern working standards, then this is the role for you. Bookkeeper / Payroll Job Responsibilities Manage the full bookkeeping cycle for multiple businesses, handling everything from day-to-day data entry to year-end prep. Perform thorough bank, supplier, and customer reconciliations alongside the maintenance of control accounts. Prepare and submit accurate VAT returns in line with statutory and practice guidelines. Produce precise bookkeeping records suitable for management reporting and the preparation of year-end accounts. Run monthly payroll for approximately 6 clients using specialized software including BrightPay and Xero. Manage workloads and prioritisation across multiple clients simultaneously, ensuring all external deadlines are comfortably met. Support the wider team environment, collaborating on departmental goals and maintaining high professional standards. Bookkeeper / Payroll Requirements A minimum of 5 years of dedicated Bookkeeping experience is essential. A minimum of 3 years of Payroll experience is essential. Strong technical knowledge of Cloud bookkeeping systems, with Xero experience being a distinct advantage. Proven experience managing accounts and workloads for multiple businesses at the same time. Excellent organizational and communication skills, with a commitment to accuracy, quality, and supporting team members. Must hold valid United Kingdom work authorization and be fluent in English. Able to comfortably commute to the Nuneaton office (initially office-based during the probationary period, moving to a minimum of one day per week in the office thereafter). Bookkeeper / Payroll Salary & Benefits Competitive pay dependent on experience. Hybrid remote working model (following successful completion of the probationary period). Standard company pension scheme and sick pay. Life insurance coverage. Flexitime and flexible working arrangements (including job-share options). Casual dress code. Modern office environment with free on-site parking Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries. We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying you are granting us consent to process your data, contact you about the services we offer, and submit your CV for the role you have applied for.
May 26, 2026
Full time
Senior Bookkeeper Position Package: Competitive salary (dependent on experience), hybrid working options, comprehensive benefits package including Life Insurance, and more Working Hours: Full-time or Part-time (20+ hours per week), flexible working patterns and job-sharing considered (4 days from home) A new opening is available for an experienced Senior Bookkeeper with Payroll experience to join a rapidly expanding accountancy practice. Our department has gained momentum through rapid expansion, managing a diverse and growing portfolio of client accounts. As we continue to scale, we are looking for a confident, "hands-on" professional who is ready to take full ownership of delivering high-quality bookkeeping and payroll services. This role is well-suited to an organized, senior-level professional with solid practice or multi-client experience and a strong "can-do" attitude. Whether you are looking for full-time engagement or a flexible part-time arrangement, the focus is on your ability to work on your own initiative, deliver accurate records, and support a collaborative team. If you are a detail-focused professional looking for a varied role with modern working standards, then this is the role for you. Bookkeeper / Payroll Job Responsibilities Manage the full bookkeeping cycle for multiple businesses, handling everything from day-to-day data entry to year-end prep. Perform thorough bank, supplier, and customer reconciliations alongside the maintenance of control accounts. Prepare and submit accurate VAT returns in line with statutory and practice guidelines. Produce precise bookkeeping records suitable for management reporting and the preparation of year-end accounts. Run monthly payroll for approximately 6 clients using specialized software including BrightPay and Xero. Manage workloads and prioritisation across multiple clients simultaneously, ensuring all external deadlines are comfortably met. Support the wider team environment, collaborating on departmental goals and maintaining high professional standards. Bookkeeper / Payroll Requirements A minimum of 5 years of dedicated Bookkeeping experience is essential. A minimum of 3 years of Payroll experience is essential. Strong technical knowledge of Cloud bookkeeping systems, with Xero experience being a distinct advantage. Proven experience managing accounts and workloads for multiple businesses at the same time. Excellent organizational and communication skills, with a commitment to accuracy, quality, and supporting team members. Must hold valid United Kingdom work authorization and be fluent in English. Able to comfortably commute to the Nuneaton office (initially office-based during the probationary period, moving to a minimum of one day per week in the office thereafter). Bookkeeper / Payroll Salary & Benefits Competitive pay dependent on experience. Hybrid remote working model (following successful completion of the probationary period). Standard company pension scheme and sick pay. Life insurance coverage. Flexitime and flexible working arrangements (including job-share options). Casual dress code. Modern office environment with free on-site parking Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries. We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying you are granting us consent to process your data, contact you about the services we offer, and submit your CV for the role you have applied for.
Stores Person Location: Wetherby West Yorkshire Employment type: Full time, Permanent Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week What s in it for you We believe in looking after our people, and it shows. When you join Ipsum, you re not just taking a job you re starting a career with real support behind it. Annual leave plus bank holidays Option to buy up to 5 additional holidays Group Personal Pension Plan Career development & progression with the opportunity to earn professional qualifications 24/7 access to a virtual GP and Mental health support & counselling services Cycle to Work scheme Discount club - supermarkets, phone bills, gyms & more?!? Life assurance cover Long service recognition Enhanced Maternity Pay Paid volunteering opportunities in your community About the Role The Stores Person is responsible for the safe, accurate, and efficient management of materials within the electrical store s facility. The role supports operational and project teams by ensuring that electrical equipment, plant items, and materials are correctly received, stored, controlled, and issued. The role also requires the safe operation of material handling equipment, including operating counterbalnce forklift truck, to facilitate the movement of heavy materials within the stores and yard areas and ensure compliance with company procedures, health and safety regulations, and stock management processes. Key Responsibilities Materials Receiving and Storage Receive and inspect deliveries of electrical equipment, plant, and materials, ensuring accuracy against purchase orders and delivery documentation. Safely unload and store items including large cable drums, transformers, switchgear components, and monitoring equipment. Ensure all materials are appropriately labelled, recorded, and stored in designated locations. Report damaged, incorrect, or missing goods in accordance with company procedures. Stock Control and Inventory Management Maintain accurate stock records using inventory management systems and documentation. Conduct routine stock checks and participate in periodic stock audits. Monitor stock levels and notify the Stores Supervisor of shortages or discrepancies. Ensure proper traceability of equipment where required. Materials Issue and Distribution Pick, pack, and issue materials to operational teams and project personnel. Prepare materials and plant for dispatch to operational sites. Assist with loading vehicles and ensuring loads are secured safely. Equipment Handling and Plant Movement Safely handle heavy or oversized equipment using appropriate lifting methods. Operate a counterbalance forklift truck for loading, unloading, and internal transport of materials. Assist with the handling and positioning of large cable drums and plant equipment in the yard and stores areas. Stores Maintenance Maintain a clean, organised, and safe working environment within the stores and yard. Ensure storage areas are clearly marked, and materials are stored safely to prevent hazards. Maintain safe access routes and ensure good housekeeping standards. About you . Previous experience in a stores, warehouse, or logistics environment . Experience handling heavy materials and equipment . Basic IT skills for stock management systems and documentation. Understanding of electrical equipment, materials, and infrastructure components used in utility or engineering environments. Safe operation of forklift trucks and material handling equipment. Knowledge of safe storage methods for heavy and specialist equipment. Familiarity with stock control and inventory systems. Counterbalance Forklift Truck Licence Manual Handling Training Certification Health & Safety Awareness Training Our commitment to Equal Opportunities We re proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and experiences, and we re committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce.? Before applying, please review our Privacy Policy to understand how we process your data in line with GDPR.? Next steps If you re interested in this opportunity, please apply or reach out to the Talent Team for more info!
May 26, 2026
Full time
Stores Person Location: Wetherby West Yorkshire Employment type: Full time, Permanent Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week What s in it for you We believe in looking after our people, and it shows. When you join Ipsum, you re not just taking a job you re starting a career with real support behind it. Annual leave plus bank holidays Option to buy up to 5 additional holidays Group Personal Pension Plan Career development & progression with the opportunity to earn professional qualifications 24/7 access to a virtual GP and Mental health support & counselling services Cycle to Work scheme Discount club - supermarkets, phone bills, gyms & more?!? Life assurance cover Long service recognition Enhanced Maternity Pay Paid volunteering opportunities in your community About the Role The Stores Person is responsible for the safe, accurate, and efficient management of materials within the electrical store s facility. The role supports operational and project teams by ensuring that electrical equipment, plant items, and materials are correctly received, stored, controlled, and issued. The role also requires the safe operation of material handling equipment, including operating counterbalnce forklift truck, to facilitate the movement of heavy materials within the stores and yard areas and ensure compliance with company procedures, health and safety regulations, and stock management processes. Key Responsibilities Materials Receiving and Storage Receive and inspect deliveries of electrical equipment, plant, and materials, ensuring accuracy against purchase orders and delivery documentation. Safely unload and store items including large cable drums, transformers, switchgear components, and monitoring equipment. Ensure all materials are appropriately labelled, recorded, and stored in designated locations. Report damaged, incorrect, or missing goods in accordance with company procedures. Stock Control and Inventory Management Maintain accurate stock records using inventory management systems and documentation. Conduct routine stock checks and participate in periodic stock audits. Monitor stock levels and notify the Stores Supervisor of shortages or discrepancies. Ensure proper traceability of equipment where required. Materials Issue and Distribution Pick, pack, and issue materials to operational teams and project personnel. Prepare materials and plant for dispatch to operational sites. Assist with loading vehicles and ensuring loads are secured safely. Equipment Handling and Plant Movement Safely handle heavy or oversized equipment using appropriate lifting methods. Operate a counterbalance forklift truck for loading, unloading, and internal transport of materials. Assist with the handling and positioning of large cable drums and plant equipment in the yard and stores areas. Stores Maintenance Maintain a clean, organised, and safe working environment within the stores and yard. Ensure storage areas are clearly marked, and materials are stored safely to prevent hazards. Maintain safe access routes and ensure good housekeeping standards. About you . Previous experience in a stores, warehouse, or logistics environment . Experience handling heavy materials and equipment . Basic IT skills for stock management systems and documentation. Understanding of electrical equipment, materials, and infrastructure components used in utility or engineering environments. Safe operation of forklift trucks and material handling equipment. Knowledge of safe storage methods for heavy and specialist equipment. Familiarity with stock control and inventory systems. Counterbalance Forklift Truck Licence Manual Handling Training Certification Health & Safety Awareness Training Our commitment to Equal Opportunities We re proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and experiences, and we re committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce.? Before applying, please review our Privacy Policy to understand how we process your data in line with GDPR.? Next steps If you re interested in this opportunity, please apply or reach out to the Talent Team for more info!
Location: EMEA-focused global role Remote working with occasional travel to the Swindon hub Salary: dependent on experience Job Type: Permanent, full-time & newly created Our client is a global organisation & is known for its strong operational infrastructure, data-led decision-making & commitment to service excellence. The position of Assistant Project Finance Specialist is an opportunity to join a forward-thinking organisation that values commercial insight, accountability & continuous improvement in a rare, stand-alone & non-traditional finance position, playing a key role in delivering high-quality financial oversight across a diverse & complex client portfolio, sitting in the Client Services Team. Key Responsibilities Financial Management & Revenue Governance Manage the full client financial lifecycle including invoicing, billing, unbilled activity, aged debt, dispute resolution & write-offs Monitor & resolve invoicing discrepancies in collaboration with Finance, Payroll & Operational teams Ensure accurate and compliant expense and assignment reporting Maintain financial frameworks & expense matrices to protect margins & ensure billing accuracy Identify missed fees, pricing deviations & revenue leakage, supporting corrective actions Client Communication & Stakeholder Engagement Act as a trusted financial partner, translating complex financial data into clear, client-ready insights Participate in client meetings, financial reviews & operational discussions Serve as the main point of contact for billing queries & financial issue resolution Reporting, Analytics & Insight Lead consolidated financial, operational & compliance reporting Analyse trends to identify risks, opportunities & cost drivers Develop dashboards & reports to support strategic planning & informed decision-making Ensure accuracy & consistency across financial, payroll & SLA reporting Service Setup, SLAs & Compliance Support financial setup for new services, clients & entities Ensure accurate system configuration, fee setup & revenue recognition Contribute to SLA, CTQ & service performance monitoring Drive compliance through effective global reporting Projects, Cost Management & Leadership Support Identify cost-saving & continuous improvement opportunities Provide financial & analytical support to projects & transformation initiatives Support senior account leadership & provide cover where required About You You will be a confident, commercially minded finance individual who thrives in a fast-paced, global environment. You will be comfortable managing multiple priorities, engaging with senior stakeholders & delivering high-quality financial insight. Key Skills & Experience Proven experience analysing complex financial & operational data Strong stakeholder management & communication skills Experience working to tight deadlines across high volumes of deliverables Strong commercial & business acumen Project management experience Advanced systems & applications knowledge High proficiency in Microsoft Office Experience with invoicing, billing, audits, disputes and write-offs (desirable) Salary & Benefits Competitive salary aligned with experience & market rates Comprehensive benefits package Exposure to global clients & strategic initiatives Supportive culture with a strong focus on development & progression
May 26, 2026
Full time
Location: EMEA-focused global role Remote working with occasional travel to the Swindon hub Salary: dependent on experience Job Type: Permanent, full-time & newly created Our client is a global organisation & is known for its strong operational infrastructure, data-led decision-making & commitment to service excellence. The position of Assistant Project Finance Specialist is an opportunity to join a forward-thinking organisation that values commercial insight, accountability & continuous improvement in a rare, stand-alone & non-traditional finance position, playing a key role in delivering high-quality financial oversight across a diverse & complex client portfolio, sitting in the Client Services Team. Key Responsibilities Financial Management & Revenue Governance Manage the full client financial lifecycle including invoicing, billing, unbilled activity, aged debt, dispute resolution & write-offs Monitor & resolve invoicing discrepancies in collaboration with Finance, Payroll & Operational teams Ensure accurate and compliant expense and assignment reporting Maintain financial frameworks & expense matrices to protect margins & ensure billing accuracy Identify missed fees, pricing deviations & revenue leakage, supporting corrective actions Client Communication & Stakeholder Engagement Act as a trusted financial partner, translating complex financial data into clear, client-ready insights Participate in client meetings, financial reviews & operational discussions Serve as the main point of contact for billing queries & financial issue resolution Reporting, Analytics & Insight Lead consolidated financial, operational & compliance reporting Analyse trends to identify risks, opportunities & cost drivers Develop dashboards & reports to support strategic planning & informed decision-making Ensure accuracy & consistency across financial, payroll & SLA reporting Service Setup, SLAs & Compliance Support financial setup for new services, clients & entities Ensure accurate system configuration, fee setup & revenue recognition Contribute to SLA, CTQ & service performance monitoring Drive compliance through effective global reporting Projects, Cost Management & Leadership Support Identify cost-saving & continuous improvement opportunities Provide financial & analytical support to projects & transformation initiatives Support senior account leadership & provide cover where required About You You will be a confident, commercially minded finance individual who thrives in a fast-paced, global environment. You will be comfortable managing multiple priorities, engaging with senior stakeholders & delivering high-quality financial insight. Key Skills & Experience Proven experience analysing complex financial & operational data Strong stakeholder management & communication skills Experience working to tight deadlines across high volumes of deliverables Strong commercial & business acumen Project management experience Advanced systems & applications knowledge High proficiency in Microsoft Office Experience with invoicing, billing, audits, disputes and write-offs (desirable) Salary & Benefits Competitive salary aligned with experience & market rates Comprehensive benefits package Exposure to global clients & strategic initiatives Supportive culture with a strong focus on development & progression
MBDA increasingly relies on an effective and reliable use of data and state-of-art digital technologies to develop its products and confirm its leadership in the global Defence Business. The Group Digital Solutions division, as part of the Digital Excellence Directorate, is responsible for the design, development and delivery of modern digital applications aimed to increase business efficiency, add value to MBDA products and services, boost user experience and productivity through the adoption of innovative technical solutions. Salary: Circa £95,000 depending on experience Dynamic (hybrid) working: on average, 3 days per week on-site (travel to UK, France, Italy and Germany sites required) Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship. Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team. What we can offer you: Company Bonus: up to a scheme maximum of 50% of base salary Monthly Car Allowance: £680/month Private Medical Insurance: Eligible employees are enrolled as standard into the company funded Private Medical Insurance benefit. Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave -enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more The opportunity: The ' Group Head of Digital Solutions for Greater Engineering and DS Advisor for the UK ' will lead the evolution of the MBDA Engineering tools, in support of the business ambitions, and act as the senior representative of the VP Digital Solutions organisation in the UK, ensuring a robust operating model, a high-end quality of service and a proactive partnership with stakeholders, management and proximity of local resources. Experienced in engineering and industrial contexts, the 'Group Head of Digital Solutions for Greater Engineering and DS Advisor for the UK ' will develop relations and partnership with Senior Management across the international engineering functions, fostering an environment of collaboration, trust and team spirit. Working collaboratively across the Digital Excellence function, with particular focus on Digital Solutions, the Enterprise Architecture leads and the infrastructure teams, the role holder will lead delivery the future engineering tools roadmap. The role will coordinate an international team of around 40 internal resources and 70 external specialists dedicated to provide digital services for the Engineering community across MBDA and to ensure full reliability of PLM, ALM, CAD and other critical applications used by the Technical, R&D, Mechanical, Electronic and Electrical Design, Customer Support Functions. The role will work closely with the VP Group Digital Solutions on specific subjects such as governance and performance, compliance, budget definition, talent development, communication. What we're looking for from you: Leadership and strategic thinking Business Relationship and Stakeholder Management Team Management and Talent Development Knowledge and deployment of Engineering and Industrial Digital/IT systems and platforms: PLM / ALM CAD/CAE/CAM Model Based Engineering Simulation Data Processing Collaborative Working Environments) Budget, Project, Portfolio Management Facilitation, Negotiation, Communication Skills Experience in international industrial contexts Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom. We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability and more We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process. Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information.
May 26, 2026
Full time
MBDA increasingly relies on an effective and reliable use of data and state-of-art digital technologies to develop its products and confirm its leadership in the global Defence Business. The Group Digital Solutions division, as part of the Digital Excellence Directorate, is responsible for the design, development and delivery of modern digital applications aimed to increase business efficiency, add value to MBDA products and services, boost user experience and productivity through the adoption of innovative technical solutions. Salary: Circa £95,000 depending on experience Dynamic (hybrid) working: on average, 3 days per week on-site (travel to UK, France, Italy and Germany sites required) Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship. Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team. What we can offer you: Company Bonus: up to a scheme maximum of 50% of base salary Monthly Car Allowance: £680/month Private Medical Insurance: Eligible employees are enrolled as standard into the company funded Private Medical Insurance benefit. Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave -enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more The opportunity: The ' Group Head of Digital Solutions for Greater Engineering and DS Advisor for the UK ' will lead the evolution of the MBDA Engineering tools, in support of the business ambitions, and act as the senior representative of the VP Digital Solutions organisation in the UK, ensuring a robust operating model, a high-end quality of service and a proactive partnership with stakeholders, management and proximity of local resources. Experienced in engineering and industrial contexts, the 'Group Head of Digital Solutions for Greater Engineering and DS Advisor for the UK ' will develop relations and partnership with Senior Management across the international engineering functions, fostering an environment of collaboration, trust and team spirit. Working collaboratively across the Digital Excellence function, with particular focus on Digital Solutions, the Enterprise Architecture leads and the infrastructure teams, the role holder will lead delivery the future engineering tools roadmap. The role will coordinate an international team of around 40 internal resources and 70 external specialists dedicated to provide digital services for the Engineering community across MBDA and to ensure full reliability of PLM, ALM, CAD and other critical applications used by the Technical, R&D, Mechanical, Electronic and Electrical Design, Customer Support Functions. The role will work closely with the VP Group Digital Solutions on specific subjects such as governance and performance, compliance, budget definition, talent development, communication. What we're looking for from you: Leadership and strategic thinking Business Relationship and Stakeholder Management Team Management and Talent Development Knowledge and deployment of Engineering and Industrial Digital/IT systems and platforms: PLM / ALM CAD/CAE/CAM Model Based Engineering Simulation Data Processing Collaborative Working Environments) Budget, Project, Portfolio Management Facilitation, Negotiation, Communication Skills Experience in international industrial contexts Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom. We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability and more We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process. Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information.
Are you a Recruitment Consultant ready to embrace a new challenge with limitless opportunities for growth and success? We are looking for a Senior Recruitment Consultant, to join our team at our offices in Birchwood. Role Purpose: Deliver and support on recruitment projects to grow FRG revenue and GPC through partnering with clients to recruit, manage and retain their workforce, there are roles available working on a contract or permanent desk. Key Responsibilities: Implement and manage comprehensive end-to-end recruitment strategies and processes, including candidate sourcing plans, assessment methodologies, and stakeholder engagement strategies to deliver consistent results for clients, candidates and FRG. Utilise a variety of sourcing techniques, such as direct sourcing, networking, and database searches, to identify and attract top-quality candidates. Conduct thorough candidate screening and assessments, evaluating skills, qualifications, and cultural fit for project-specific roles. Build and maintain strong relationships with clients to facilitate their requirements, timelines, and deliverables, provide regular updates on project progress, manage expectations, and deliver exceptional customer service as a result. General Responsibilities: Identify and pursue new client opportunities and expand existing accounts to build a strong pipeline of recruitment projects to support further business and team growth Stay informed about industry trends, market conditions, and emerging recruitment practices, to provide valuable insights to improve project delivery and client satisfaction Collaborate with the Client Development Team to win and deliver business with both new and existing clients. Essential Knowledge: Current knowledge of their specialist sector. Current knowledge of ethical recruitment best practices, sourcing techniques, and candidate assessment methodologies. Comprehensive knowledge of industry regulations and compliance requirements. Essential Skills: Problem-solving and decision-making skills, applied to addressing recruitment challenges and implementing successful solutions. Sourcing and candidate assessment skills, with the ability to utilise a range of current, relevant sourcing techniques and assessment methodologies. Proficiency in recruitment software, applicant tracking systems, and other relevant project management tools. Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, enabling effective engagement and influence with stakeholders at all levels. Excellent client relationship management skills that demonstrate a client-centric approach and the capacity to cultivate long-term partnerships. Essential Behaviours: Results-oriented mind-set, with a proven track record of meeting and exceeding recruitment targets while delivering high-quality services. Demonstrating the values of Collaborative , Passionate , Open, Honest and Reliable, and Adaptable . Essential Experience: Extensive proven experience as a Recruitment Consultant consistently delivering against targets whilst proactively influencing other team members and client relationships. Are you ready to take the next step in your journey? Do not wait Apply now! Company information At First Recruitment Group we understand just how important it is to secure the right people. That is why our Recruitment Consultants always take the time to understand requirements in detail and offer sound advice to both clients and candidates. We actively recruit at all levels and this is a superb opportunity for a recruitment consultant looking for new employment. As part of putting people first, we strive to be an equal opportunities employer and we are always looking to increase the diversity of our workforce, working closely with our clients to ensure everyone is included.
May 26, 2026
Full time
Are you a Recruitment Consultant ready to embrace a new challenge with limitless opportunities for growth and success? We are looking for a Senior Recruitment Consultant, to join our team at our offices in Birchwood. Role Purpose: Deliver and support on recruitment projects to grow FRG revenue and GPC through partnering with clients to recruit, manage and retain their workforce, there are roles available working on a contract or permanent desk. Key Responsibilities: Implement and manage comprehensive end-to-end recruitment strategies and processes, including candidate sourcing plans, assessment methodologies, and stakeholder engagement strategies to deliver consistent results for clients, candidates and FRG. Utilise a variety of sourcing techniques, such as direct sourcing, networking, and database searches, to identify and attract top-quality candidates. Conduct thorough candidate screening and assessments, evaluating skills, qualifications, and cultural fit for project-specific roles. Build and maintain strong relationships with clients to facilitate their requirements, timelines, and deliverables, provide regular updates on project progress, manage expectations, and deliver exceptional customer service as a result. General Responsibilities: Identify and pursue new client opportunities and expand existing accounts to build a strong pipeline of recruitment projects to support further business and team growth Stay informed about industry trends, market conditions, and emerging recruitment practices, to provide valuable insights to improve project delivery and client satisfaction Collaborate with the Client Development Team to win and deliver business with both new and existing clients. Essential Knowledge: Current knowledge of their specialist sector. Current knowledge of ethical recruitment best practices, sourcing techniques, and candidate assessment methodologies. Comprehensive knowledge of industry regulations and compliance requirements. Essential Skills: Problem-solving and decision-making skills, applied to addressing recruitment challenges and implementing successful solutions. Sourcing and candidate assessment skills, with the ability to utilise a range of current, relevant sourcing techniques and assessment methodologies. Proficiency in recruitment software, applicant tracking systems, and other relevant project management tools. Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, enabling effective engagement and influence with stakeholders at all levels. Excellent client relationship management skills that demonstrate a client-centric approach and the capacity to cultivate long-term partnerships. Essential Behaviours: Results-oriented mind-set, with a proven track record of meeting and exceeding recruitment targets while delivering high-quality services. Demonstrating the values of Collaborative , Passionate , Open, Honest and Reliable, and Adaptable . Essential Experience: Extensive proven experience as a Recruitment Consultant consistently delivering against targets whilst proactively influencing other team members and client relationships. Are you ready to take the next step in your journey? Do not wait Apply now! Company information At First Recruitment Group we understand just how important it is to secure the right people. That is why our Recruitment Consultants always take the time to understand requirements in detail and offer sound advice to both clients and candidates. We actively recruit at all levels and this is a superb opportunity for a recruitment consultant looking for new employment. As part of putting people first, we strive to be an equal opportunities employer and we are always looking to increase the diversity of our workforce, working closely with our clients to ensure everyone is included.
Bennett and Game Recruitment LTD
Burgess Hill, Sussex
Health & Safety Advisor South East Salary: Up to 45,000 + Company Vehicle / Allowance A respected and long-established Civil Engineering contractor, delivering complex infrastructure projects across water, wastewater, coastal, and flood protection, is seeking a Health and Safety Advisor to support the business across multiple sites in the South East of England. With a competitive salary of up to 45,000, plus excellent benefits, this is a great opportunity for an experienced HSW professional to join a growing and dynamic business committed to health, safety, and employee wellbeing. This is an ideal opportunity for a Health and Safety professional looking to develop their career within a progressive, supportive team, contributing directly to the delivery of nationally significant infrastructure schemes. Health & Safety Advisor - Salary & Benefits Salary up to 45,000 (DOE) Company vehicle or car allowance 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays Pension scheme Bonus Private Healthcare Long-term career development within a growing contractor Exposure to varied and technically interesting projects across the South East Health & Safety Advisor - Job Overview Provide day-to-day H&S support across multiple live construction sites Work within and support the company's Integrated Management System (IMS) Undertake site inspections and audits, identifying and closing out non-conformances Support incident investigations, including root cause analysis and reporting Assist in driving continuous improvement in HSEQ performance across the business Monitor legislative updates and ensure ongoing compliance Track actions and ensure effective close-out across projects Support the introduction of new processes, systems, and best practices Health & Safety Advisor - Job Requirements Minimum of 3 years' experience in a similar H&S advisory role within civil engineering or infrastructure projects. NEBOSH qualification (or equivalent) essential Experience working within construction / civil engineering environments Strong knowledge of HSE legislation and management systems (ISO9001, ISO14001, ISO45001) Experience carrying out site inspections, audits, and incident investigations Ideally experience working on or near water (inland or tidal environments) Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel across the South East Strong communication, reporting, and stakeholder engagement skills This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive HSEQ professional to join a reputable contractor with a strong pipeline of work, offering long-term progression and the chance to play a key role in improving safety performance across the business. Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries. We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying you are granting us consent to process your data, contact you about the services we offer, and submit your CV for the role you have applied for.
May 26, 2026
Full time
Health & Safety Advisor South East Salary: Up to 45,000 + Company Vehicle / Allowance A respected and long-established Civil Engineering contractor, delivering complex infrastructure projects across water, wastewater, coastal, and flood protection, is seeking a Health and Safety Advisor to support the business across multiple sites in the South East of England. With a competitive salary of up to 45,000, plus excellent benefits, this is a great opportunity for an experienced HSW professional to join a growing and dynamic business committed to health, safety, and employee wellbeing. This is an ideal opportunity for a Health and Safety professional looking to develop their career within a progressive, supportive team, contributing directly to the delivery of nationally significant infrastructure schemes. Health & Safety Advisor - Salary & Benefits Salary up to 45,000 (DOE) Company vehicle or car allowance 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays Pension scheme Bonus Private Healthcare Long-term career development within a growing contractor Exposure to varied and technically interesting projects across the South East Health & Safety Advisor - Job Overview Provide day-to-day H&S support across multiple live construction sites Work within and support the company's Integrated Management System (IMS) Undertake site inspections and audits, identifying and closing out non-conformances Support incident investigations, including root cause analysis and reporting Assist in driving continuous improvement in HSEQ performance across the business Monitor legislative updates and ensure ongoing compliance Track actions and ensure effective close-out across projects Support the introduction of new processes, systems, and best practices Health & Safety Advisor - Job Requirements Minimum of 3 years' experience in a similar H&S advisory role within civil engineering or infrastructure projects. NEBOSH qualification (or equivalent) essential Experience working within construction / civil engineering environments Strong knowledge of HSE legislation and management systems (ISO9001, ISO14001, ISO45001) Experience carrying out site inspections, audits, and incident investigations Ideally experience working on or near water (inland or tidal environments) Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel across the South East Strong communication, reporting, and stakeholder engagement skills This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive HSEQ professional to join a reputable contractor with a strong pipeline of work, offering long-term progression and the chance to play a key role in improving safety performance across the business. Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries. We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying you are granting us consent to process your data, contact you about the services we offer, and submit your CV for the role you have applied for.
We're recruiting an experienced Housing Benefits Officer to join a busy Revenues and Benefits service delivering vital financial support to vulnerable residents within a local authority environment. This role sits within a high-performing Housing Benefits team responsible for administering Housing Benefit and Council Tax Support for approximately 20,000 households. The successful candidate will manage complex assessments, support overpayment recovery processes, and ensure all work is delivered accurately, efficiently and in line with current legislation and best practice. The Role - Assess and process Housing Benefit and Council Tax Support claims in line with legislation, policy and performance targets - Carry out complex financial assessments including self-employed applicants, students and vulnerable households - Process changes in circumstances, revisions, reviews and interventions accurately and within agreed timescales - Assess and implement Discretionary Housing Payments, backdating requests and underlying entitlement decisions - Identify, calculate and recover overpaid benefits, supporting the council's overpayment recovery objectives - Recommend appeals for referral to Tribunal services where appropriate - Work proactively to minimise fraud and ensure all assessments comply with verification standards - Liaise with internal departments including Revenues, Housing, Finance and customer service teams to ensure effective service delivery - Work with external stakeholders including landlords and the Department for Work and Pensions - Provide advice and guidance to residents regarding Housing Benefits, Council Tax Support and wider welfare benefits - Handle difficult or sensitive customer interactions professionally and empathetically - Attend home visits where required to gather or verify information - Maintain accurate records and ensure all casework is completed in line with council policies and procedures - Support service improvement initiatives and contribute to maintaining high performance and quality standards - Assist with training and knowledge sharing across the team where required Key Requirements - Extensive current knowledge of Housing Benefit and Council Tax Support legislation and procedures - Strong practical experience assessing Housing Benefit and Council Tax Support claims within a local authority or similar back-office environment - Experience processing complex benefit calculations and changes in circumstances - Good understanding of overpayment recovery, appeals and fraud prevention processes - Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal - Ability to deal effectively with vulnerable or challenging customers in a professional manner - Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage workloads and meet performance targets - Good IT skills including experience using housing benefits systems and Microsoft Office packages - Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment - Understanding of data protection, verification standards and compliance requirements - GCSE-level numeracy and literacy or equivalent experience - Willingness to undertake home visits where required What You Need to Do Now If you are interested in this role and meet the criteria above, please click APPLY NOW and send us your application today. If you do not hear from us within 48 hours of applying, your application has been unsuccessful. Footnote If you feel that this job matches your skills but not the rate, location or seniority, please feel free to send us your CV anyway. We constantly recruit for similar roles across all levels, UK-wide, and would be pleased to speak with you confidentially about your employment status. Even if you're currently satisfied in your role, we welcome calls from Housing Benefits Officers, Revenues & Benefits professionals and Welfare Assessment Officers looking to make future connections. Our specialist team at Carrington West has over 100 years of combined experience in housing recruitment. For more information, call Zubair at Carrington West on (phone number removed). By applying for this position, you agree for Carrington West to hold and process your personal data in accordance with our Data Protection Policy. Your data will only be shared with third-party clients for roles relevant to your application. You may withdraw consent at any time by contacting us.
May 26, 2026
Contractor
We're recruiting an experienced Housing Benefits Officer to join a busy Revenues and Benefits service delivering vital financial support to vulnerable residents within a local authority environment. This role sits within a high-performing Housing Benefits team responsible for administering Housing Benefit and Council Tax Support for approximately 20,000 households. The successful candidate will manage complex assessments, support overpayment recovery processes, and ensure all work is delivered accurately, efficiently and in line with current legislation and best practice. The Role - Assess and process Housing Benefit and Council Tax Support claims in line with legislation, policy and performance targets - Carry out complex financial assessments including self-employed applicants, students and vulnerable households - Process changes in circumstances, revisions, reviews and interventions accurately and within agreed timescales - Assess and implement Discretionary Housing Payments, backdating requests and underlying entitlement decisions - Identify, calculate and recover overpaid benefits, supporting the council's overpayment recovery objectives - Recommend appeals for referral to Tribunal services where appropriate - Work proactively to minimise fraud and ensure all assessments comply with verification standards - Liaise with internal departments including Revenues, Housing, Finance and customer service teams to ensure effective service delivery - Work with external stakeholders including landlords and the Department for Work and Pensions - Provide advice and guidance to residents regarding Housing Benefits, Council Tax Support and wider welfare benefits - Handle difficult or sensitive customer interactions professionally and empathetically - Attend home visits where required to gather or verify information - Maintain accurate records and ensure all casework is completed in line with council policies and procedures - Support service improvement initiatives and contribute to maintaining high performance and quality standards - Assist with training and knowledge sharing across the team where required Key Requirements - Extensive current knowledge of Housing Benefit and Council Tax Support legislation and procedures - Strong practical experience assessing Housing Benefit and Council Tax Support claims within a local authority or similar back-office environment - Experience processing complex benefit calculations and changes in circumstances - Good understanding of overpayment recovery, appeals and fraud prevention processes - Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal - Ability to deal effectively with vulnerable or challenging customers in a professional manner - Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage workloads and meet performance targets - Good IT skills including experience using housing benefits systems and Microsoft Office packages - Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment - Understanding of data protection, verification standards and compliance requirements - GCSE-level numeracy and literacy or equivalent experience - Willingness to undertake home visits where required What You Need to Do Now If you are interested in this role and meet the criteria above, please click APPLY NOW and send us your application today. If you do not hear from us within 48 hours of applying, your application has been unsuccessful. Footnote If you feel that this job matches your skills but not the rate, location or seniority, please feel free to send us your CV anyway. We constantly recruit for similar roles across all levels, UK-wide, and would be pleased to speak with you confidentially about your employment status. Even if you're currently satisfied in your role, we welcome calls from Housing Benefits Officers, Revenues & Benefits professionals and Welfare Assessment Officers looking to make future connections. Our specialist team at Carrington West has over 100 years of combined experience in housing recruitment. For more information, call Zubair at Carrington West on (phone number removed). By applying for this position, you agree for Carrington West to hold and process your personal data in accordance with our Data Protection Policy. Your data will only be shared with third-party clients for roles relevant to your application. You may withdraw consent at any time by contacting us.
Positive Employment is currently recruiting for a Project Manager for our client a government organisation in Portsmouth. The organisation is embarking on a major transformation of its Housing Management services, replacing a complex mix of ageing systems with a single, modern, cloud-hosted Housing Management System (HMS). This high-profile project will play a significant role in improving services for more than 15,000 households across the city. The new HMS will bring together all Portsmouth Homes tenancy, property, and asset information into one secure, modern platform, improving data accuracy, strengthening compliance, and enabling smarter, real-time decision-making. It will also provide improved customer experience, giving residents access to online services and enabling staff to work more efficiently with better tools and streamlined processes. This is an exciting opportunity to join a programme with strong organizational backing, clear strategic drivers, and a wide impact across Housing, Repairs & Maintenance, Community Safety, and Corporate IT. The post holder will help deliver a modern SaaS solution that supports regulatory standards, drives digital transformation, and creates a resilient technical foundation for future service improvement. This role is a temporary contract initially for 24 months with the possibility to extend. This role has flexibility for remote working with occasional requirement to work onsite in the Portsmouth offices or in a local housing office in either Somerstown, Paulsgrove or Leigh Park. Duties and Responsibilities but not limited to: Lead full lifecycle delivery of Portsmouth Homes Housing Management System (HMS) transformation, from mobilisation through tender, implementation, testing, cutover, and post-go-live stabilisation. Provide line management and day-to-day leadership for project delivery resources, including the Project Coordinator, Data Lead, Business Analyst, Test Lead and any contracted specialists, ensuring clear accountability, prioritisation, and effective collaboration across all workstreams. Function as the primary bridge between Housing, IT & Digital, Data, Procurement, Finance, corporate governance teams, external suppliers, and delivery partners, ensuring effective communication, aligned priorities, and timely decision-making. Drive strategic alignment with PCC's cloud, data protection, information governance, cyber security, and IT architectural standards, ensuring project alignment across all required IT checkpoints such as IT Change Board (CAB) and Architecture Review Board (ARB). Work with Portsmouth Homes stakeholders to ensure the new HMS fully supports regulatory and compliance requirements. Own and manage the programme plan, overseeing scope, milestones, interdependencies, risks, issues, budget, change control and resource planning, ensuring effective reporting into project and governance boards. Lead procurement engagement where required, ensuring supplier deliverables meet contractual expectations. Oversee all technical and functional workstreams, including data cleansing, migration from multiple legacy systems, integrations with Repairs, Community Safety, Finance and corporate platforms, environment management, and configuration. Manage testing cycles end-to-end, including SIT, UAT, defect tracking, quality assurance, and readiness assessments to ensure a robust and stable solution at go-live. Coordinate business change and transformation activity, ensuring redesigned processes, operating models, and workflows are embedded and aligned with the Council's wider digital ambitions. Lead organisational readiness, including training planning and delivery, user support models, communications, impact assessments, and transition to BAU support teams, including Hand Over to Service (HOTS) activities with IT. Championing data quality and governance, working with data owners and analysts to establish a single authoritative dataset, improve reporting capability, and support emerging regulatory expectations. Personal Requirements: Proven history of delivering complex housing-focused IT system implementations, including large-scale data migrations from multiple legacy platforms. Hands-on experience with major housing technologies, including NEC Housing, Microsoft Dynamics 365, or similar enterprise-grade HMS solutions. Strong understanding of end-to-end landlord services, including tenancy management, allocations, repairs and maintenance, rents, asset management, and associated compliance workflows. Practical experience working with cloud-hosted SaaS environments, including configuration, integration, security, and vendor-managed delivery models. Robust knowledge of project governance, including change control, risk and issue management, cutover planning, and quality assurance across complex IT environments. Demonstrated ability to collaborate across business, operational, digital, data, and technical teams, ensuring solutions align with IT governance, organisational standards, and GDPR. Experience leading stakeholders through significant organisational or digital change, including training, engagement, process redesign, and adoption support. Expertise in data extraction, cleansing, transformation, and migration from legacy housing systems into a consolidated, modern HMS (Desirable). Formal project management certification, such as PRINCE2 Practitioner (Desirable). Broad modular understanding across housing operations, such as Rents, Repairs, Allocations, ASB, Voids, Stock Condition, and Planned Maintenance (Desirable). Experience integrating HMS platforms with wider systems, such as document management, customer portals, workflow automation tools, and reporting solutions (e.g., Power BI, Business Objects) (Desirable). Working Hours: 37hrs / Monday - Friday Pay: £450.00 per day Please note this role is within the scope of IR35.
May 26, 2026
Seasonal
Positive Employment is currently recruiting for a Project Manager for our client a government organisation in Portsmouth. The organisation is embarking on a major transformation of its Housing Management services, replacing a complex mix of ageing systems with a single, modern, cloud-hosted Housing Management System (HMS). This high-profile project will play a significant role in improving services for more than 15,000 households across the city. The new HMS will bring together all Portsmouth Homes tenancy, property, and asset information into one secure, modern platform, improving data accuracy, strengthening compliance, and enabling smarter, real-time decision-making. It will also provide improved customer experience, giving residents access to online services and enabling staff to work more efficiently with better tools and streamlined processes. This is an exciting opportunity to join a programme with strong organizational backing, clear strategic drivers, and a wide impact across Housing, Repairs & Maintenance, Community Safety, and Corporate IT. The post holder will help deliver a modern SaaS solution that supports regulatory standards, drives digital transformation, and creates a resilient technical foundation for future service improvement. This role is a temporary contract initially for 24 months with the possibility to extend. This role has flexibility for remote working with occasional requirement to work onsite in the Portsmouth offices or in a local housing office in either Somerstown, Paulsgrove or Leigh Park. Duties and Responsibilities but not limited to: Lead full lifecycle delivery of Portsmouth Homes Housing Management System (HMS) transformation, from mobilisation through tender, implementation, testing, cutover, and post-go-live stabilisation. Provide line management and day-to-day leadership for project delivery resources, including the Project Coordinator, Data Lead, Business Analyst, Test Lead and any contracted specialists, ensuring clear accountability, prioritisation, and effective collaboration across all workstreams. Function as the primary bridge between Housing, IT & Digital, Data, Procurement, Finance, corporate governance teams, external suppliers, and delivery partners, ensuring effective communication, aligned priorities, and timely decision-making. Drive strategic alignment with PCC's cloud, data protection, information governance, cyber security, and IT architectural standards, ensuring project alignment across all required IT checkpoints such as IT Change Board (CAB) and Architecture Review Board (ARB). Work with Portsmouth Homes stakeholders to ensure the new HMS fully supports regulatory and compliance requirements. Own and manage the programme plan, overseeing scope, milestones, interdependencies, risks, issues, budget, change control and resource planning, ensuring effective reporting into project and governance boards. Lead procurement engagement where required, ensuring supplier deliverables meet contractual expectations. Oversee all technical and functional workstreams, including data cleansing, migration from multiple legacy systems, integrations with Repairs, Community Safety, Finance and corporate platforms, environment management, and configuration. Manage testing cycles end-to-end, including SIT, UAT, defect tracking, quality assurance, and readiness assessments to ensure a robust and stable solution at go-live. Coordinate business change and transformation activity, ensuring redesigned processes, operating models, and workflows are embedded and aligned with the Council's wider digital ambitions. Lead organisational readiness, including training planning and delivery, user support models, communications, impact assessments, and transition to BAU support teams, including Hand Over to Service (HOTS) activities with IT. Championing data quality and governance, working with data owners and analysts to establish a single authoritative dataset, improve reporting capability, and support emerging regulatory expectations. Personal Requirements: Proven history of delivering complex housing-focused IT system implementations, including large-scale data migrations from multiple legacy platforms. Hands-on experience with major housing technologies, including NEC Housing, Microsoft Dynamics 365, or similar enterprise-grade HMS solutions. Strong understanding of end-to-end landlord services, including tenancy management, allocations, repairs and maintenance, rents, asset management, and associated compliance workflows. Practical experience working with cloud-hosted SaaS environments, including configuration, integration, security, and vendor-managed delivery models. Robust knowledge of project governance, including change control, risk and issue management, cutover planning, and quality assurance across complex IT environments. Demonstrated ability to collaborate across business, operational, digital, data, and technical teams, ensuring solutions align with IT governance, organisational standards, and GDPR. Experience leading stakeholders through significant organisational or digital change, including training, engagement, process redesign, and adoption support. Expertise in data extraction, cleansing, transformation, and migration from legacy housing systems into a consolidated, modern HMS (Desirable). Formal project management certification, such as PRINCE2 Practitioner (Desirable). Broad modular understanding across housing operations, such as Rents, Repairs, Allocations, ASB, Voids, Stock Condition, and Planned Maintenance (Desirable). Experience integrating HMS platforms with wider systems, such as document management, customer portals, workflow automation tools, and reporting solutions (e.g., Power BI, Business Objects) (Desirable). Working Hours: 37hrs / Monday - Friday Pay: £450.00 per day Please note this role is within the scope of IR35.
