Reporting to: Associate Director, Policy and Impact Location: Central London / Hybrid working (twice a week in the office) Salary Range: £56,500 - £58,500 Length of Contract: 12 Months We are the national body for careers education in England, delivering support to schools and colleges to deliver modern, 21st century careers education. The Careers & Enterprise Company (CEC) is a great place to work. We operate within a fast-paced and collaborative environment. We are brought together by one thing: our passion to ensure young people get the best possible start in life and are supported to find their best next step. Do you want to be part of a mission-driven team focused on transforming young people's lives? If so, we'd love to hear from you! Role Summary The relationship between careers education and broader education, skills and socio-economic policy remains vitally important. The Senior Policy Manager will report to the Associate Director, Policy and Impact and play a key role in: Leading and contributing to policy and strategy that support CEC's strategic objective to influence on behalf of careers education to help every young person find their best next step. Influencing CEC's policy response to government priorities related CEC's agenda including in education reform, NEET prevention, raising awareness and supporting take-up of vocational and technical options, and supporting young people with additional needs. The post holder will: Bring together evidence from a range of sources and turn complex information into clear, structured advice and options to create evidence-based policy positions. Offer knowledge and experience of areas related to CEC's work, including intersection with education, skills and youth employment. Be a highly effective writer with experience of leading on high impact reports and responses to inquiries and consultations. Confidently develop strong, supportive relationships with Whitehall policy makers and peers across the sector. Help connect policy development to corporate affairs and strategic communications to ensure that CEC can amplify great practice and insight to drive impact for young people. The post sits within the Policy & Impact team as part of CEC's Strategy & Communications directorate. Key Responsibilities: Support CEC representation at senior levels externally. Develop CEC's policy and impact positions, ensuring accuracy and fair representation of progress and opportunities within the careers system, with a focus on: Evidence - Filling evidence gaps and understanding of what works, working closely with impact and insight colleagues to analyse and present evidence. Influence - Shaping coherent, innovative, high quality and connected solutions to government priorities which amplify and embed the infrastructure and role of CEC. Proactive coordination - Leading internal and external efforts to identify opportunities and connect programmes and projects to amplify CEC's mission, for example on NEET prevention or skills pipelines. Essential Criteria (see job description): Demonstrable skills at converting policy to impact including proven experience of working on strategic implementation of skills policy and good practice in education engagement. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills including building effective relationships and excellent writing skills. Sound programme and project management skills: proactive, organised and able to run effective policy development processes, with clear outcomes. TO APPLY : Please complete the online application form, on our website, including a copy of your most recent CV, removing any personal details (i.e. name, DOB, address) and a report or publication you have led on, highlighting how you used evidence to inform policy. For more information and to apply, visit our website via the 'apply' button. Closing date: 28th June 2026 PLEASE NOTE THAT WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO CLOSE THIS ADVERT EARLY SHOULD WE RECEIVE SUITABLE APPLICATIONS Equity, Diversity and Inclusion At the Careers and Enterprise Company (CEC) we are committed to fostering a culture of belonging. We know that engagement at work relies on feeling included and valued. Inclusion is both a choice and a practice, for us as an organisation and for individuals within our team. We aim to drive inclusion through every aspect of our work and we understand that diverse teams are essential for innovative careers education and are central to our mission and impact. CEC values the visible and invisible qualities that makes each member of our team who they are. We are a disability confident employer and if you need any help or support through the application process, please contact the HR team and details can be found on our website.
Jun 20, 2026
Full time
Reporting to: Associate Director, Policy and Impact Location: Central London / Hybrid working (twice a week in the office) Salary Range: £56,500 - £58,500 Length of Contract: 12 Months We are the national body for careers education in England, delivering support to schools and colleges to deliver modern, 21st century careers education. The Careers & Enterprise Company (CEC) is a great place to work. We operate within a fast-paced and collaborative environment. We are brought together by one thing: our passion to ensure young people get the best possible start in life and are supported to find their best next step. Do you want to be part of a mission-driven team focused on transforming young people's lives? If so, we'd love to hear from you! Role Summary The relationship between careers education and broader education, skills and socio-economic policy remains vitally important. The Senior Policy Manager will report to the Associate Director, Policy and Impact and play a key role in: Leading and contributing to policy and strategy that support CEC's strategic objective to influence on behalf of careers education to help every young person find their best next step. Influencing CEC's policy response to government priorities related CEC's agenda including in education reform, NEET prevention, raising awareness and supporting take-up of vocational and technical options, and supporting young people with additional needs. The post holder will: Bring together evidence from a range of sources and turn complex information into clear, structured advice and options to create evidence-based policy positions. Offer knowledge and experience of areas related to CEC's work, including intersection with education, skills and youth employment. Be a highly effective writer with experience of leading on high impact reports and responses to inquiries and consultations. Confidently develop strong, supportive relationships with Whitehall policy makers and peers across the sector. Help connect policy development to corporate affairs and strategic communications to ensure that CEC can amplify great practice and insight to drive impact for young people. The post sits within the Policy & Impact team as part of CEC's Strategy & Communications directorate. Key Responsibilities: Support CEC representation at senior levels externally. Develop CEC's policy and impact positions, ensuring accuracy and fair representation of progress and opportunities within the careers system, with a focus on: Evidence - Filling evidence gaps and understanding of what works, working closely with impact and insight colleagues to analyse and present evidence. Influence - Shaping coherent, innovative, high quality and connected solutions to government priorities which amplify and embed the infrastructure and role of CEC. Proactive coordination - Leading internal and external efforts to identify opportunities and connect programmes and projects to amplify CEC's mission, for example on NEET prevention or skills pipelines. Essential Criteria (see job description): Demonstrable skills at converting policy to impact including proven experience of working on strategic implementation of skills policy and good practice in education engagement. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills including building effective relationships and excellent writing skills. Sound programme and project management skills: proactive, organised and able to run effective policy development processes, with clear outcomes. TO APPLY : Please complete the online application form, on our website, including a copy of your most recent CV, removing any personal details (i.e. name, DOB, address) and a report or publication you have led on, highlighting how you used evidence to inform policy. For more information and to apply, visit our website via the 'apply' button. Closing date: 28th June 2026 PLEASE NOTE THAT WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO CLOSE THIS ADVERT EARLY SHOULD WE RECEIVE SUITABLE APPLICATIONS Equity, Diversity and Inclusion At the Careers and Enterprise Company (CEC) we are committed to fostering a culture of belonging. We know that engagement at work relies on feeling included and valued. Inclusion is both a choice and a practice, for us as an organisation and for individuals within our team. We aim to drive inclusion through every aspect of our work and we understand that diverse teams are essential for innovative careers education and are central to our mission and impact. CEC values the visible and invisible qualities that makes each member of our team who they are. We are a disability confident employer and if you need any help or support through the application process, please contact the HR team and details can be found on our website.
Your new company A new opportunity to work in the social housing sector. The Head of Repairs and Maintenance will lead the delivery of a truly customer-focused repairs and maintenance management service. The role is specifically responsible for our directly delivering responsive and vacant home repair services. You will work with the Director of Homes and the Heads of Customer to ensure customers remain at the heart of the organisation and that we deliver on our regulatory, compliance and value for money requirements. Key to this role will be effective communications with customers, stakeholders, and colleagues, along with strong leadership and performance management. You will manage a team including Voids Manager, Habitations Manager and two maintenance managers. This is a 12 months FTC. Provide authentic, inspirational, and innovative leadership to provide an efficient, consistent, and right first-time customer experience. Responsibility for the delivery of responsive and vacant home repair services, work planning and scheduling, and works in relation to the Housing Disrepair & Habitation Act. Work collaboratively with senior management team to deliver operational plans to drive improvements in key corporate performance targets. Oversee the operational performance and delivery of the service for both directly employed colleagues and subcontractor resources to the agreed service standards. Insight into action - Implementation of strategies, policies and procedures relating to pre-emptive solutions for customers. Ensure full compliance with health and safety legislation and robust procurement and contract management systems. Ensures that disaster management, business continuity and other emergency plans are in place for the services under your control, and you continually review these with colleagues to cover the appropriate range of scenarios. Ensure compliance in respect of governance and adherence to relevant statutory and regulatory provisions. Manage risks associated with areas under the jobholder's control. Prepare, manage and control budgets, ensuring value for money is achieved and that expenditure is approved, questioned and controlled in line with agreed procedure. Ensure that the service delivered is in line with the requirements of customers and that the customer's voice is heard. About you: Substantial Repairs and Maintenance experience in a customer-facing environment. Experience in leading, managing, motivating, and developing people and teams by providing clear goals and direction through effective and regular performance management. Can confidently communicate and influence across the range of the organisation (up to Exec level) and externally, including presentations and report writing. Able to constructively challenge and give/receive feedback to all stakeholders about all areas of the business. Sound demonstrable financial & business acumen skills including management of budgets, risks and robust project management. Ability to manage, interpret and manipulate large, complex data sets, produce high quality reports and decide future action/strategy. Extensive experience of Health, Safety, compliance and within the housing sector and / or commercial property sector. Significant experience of the Housing Health and Safety rating system (HHSRS), disrepair and the Human Habitation Act 2018. Benefits: - Agile working - 57,014 to 63,349 salary - 30 days holiday plus bank holidays. Increases with length of service - Free health cover - Buy and sell holidays What you'll get in return Flexible working options available. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
Jun 20, 2026
Contractor
Your new company A new opportunity to work in the social housing sector. The Head of Repairs and Maintenance will lead the delivery of a truly customer-focused repairs and maintenance management service. The role is specifically responsible for our directly delivering responsive and vacant home repair services. You will work with the Director of Homes and the Heads of Customer to ensure customers remain at the heart of the organisation and that we deliver on our regulatory, compliance and value for money requirements. Key to this role will be effective communications with customers, stakeholders, and colleagues, along with strong leadership and performance management. You will manage a team including Voids Manager, Habitations Manager and two maintenance managers. This is a 12 months FTC. Provide authentic, inspirational, and innovative leadership to provide an efficient, consistent, and right first-time customer experience. Responsibility for the delivery of responsive and vacant home repair services, work planning and scheduling, and works in relation to the Housing Disrepair & Habitation Act. Work collaboratively with senior management team to deliver operational plans to drive improvements in key corporate performance targets. Oversee the operational performance and delivery of the service for both directly employed colleagues and subcontractor resources to the agreed service standards. Insight into action - Implementation of strategies, policies and procedures relating to pre-emptive solutions for customers. Ensure full compliance with health and safety legislation and robust procurement and contract management systems. Ensures that disaster management, business continuity and other emergency plans are in place for the services under your control, and you continually review these with colleagues to cover the appropriate range of scenarios. Ensure compliance in respect of governance and adherence to relevant statutory and regulatory provisions. Manage risks associated with areas under the jobholder's control. Prepare, manage and control budgets, ensuring value for money is achieved and that expenditure is approved, questioned and controlled in line with agreed procedure. Ensure that the service delivered is in line with the requirements of customers and that the customer's voice is heard. About you: Substantial Repairs and Maintenance experience in a customer-facing environment. Experience in leading, managing, motivating, and developing people and teams by providing clear goals and direction through effective and regular performance management. Can confidently communicate and influence across the range of the organisation (up to Exec level) and externally, including presentations and report writing. Able to constructively challenge and give/receive feedback to all stakeholders about all areas of the business. Sound demonstrable financial & business acumen skills including management of budgets, risks and robust project management. Ability to manage, interpret and manipulate large, complex data sets, produce high quality reports and decide future action/strategy. Extensive experience of Health, Safety, compliance and within the housing sector and / or commercial property sector. Significant experience of the Housing Health and Safety rating system (HHSRS), disrepair and the Human Habitation Act 2018. Benefits: - Agile working - 57,014 to 63,349 salary - 30 days holiday plus bank holidays. Increases with length of service - Free health cover - Buy and sell holidays What you'll get in return Flexible working options available. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
Our client is a dynamic and growing organisation with more than 650 staff, an annual turnover of circa £35 million and a thriving community of learners. They deliver high-quality education and training to thousands of students, apprentices and adults each year, helping shape futures while supporting the needs of local employers. Our client is proud of their college, their staff and their students, who make the college such a brilliant place to work and learn. Our client is seeking an exceptional and forward-thinking leader to join the College as Director of Digital Technology, a newly created senior role reporting to the Executive Director of Corporate Services. This is an exciting opportunity to shape and deliver the College's Digital and AI Strategy, ensuring technology investment and innovation support our strategic priorities, learner experience and operational excellence. The successful candidate will drive the development of a modern, secure and inclusive digital environment, championing AI, digital skills and service improvement across both education and business operations. Our client is looking for a highly experienced technology leader with a strong track record of delivering digital strategy and large-scale change within a complex organisation, ideally in education. You will combine strategic vision, technical expertise and excellent stakeholder engagement skills with a passion for innovation and continuous improvement. Our client has appointed FE Associates to support them with the important role. Prior to submitting an application, interested parties are advised to arrange an initial conversation with our lead consultant, by emailing to discuss the role. Closing date: 9am on Wednesday 1 July 2026 Interviews: Thursday 9 July 2026
Jun 20, 2026
Full time
Our client is a dynamic and growing organisation with more than 650 staff, an annual turnover of circa £35 million and a thriving community of learners. They deliver high-quality education and training to thousands of students, apprentices and adults each year, helping shape futures while supporting the needs of local employers. Our client is proud of their college, their staff and their students, who make the college such a brilliant place to work and learn. Our client is seeking an exceptional and forward-thinking leader to join the College as Director of Digital Technology, a newly created senior role reporting to the Executive Director of Corporate Services. This is an exciting opportunity to shape and deliver the College's Digital and AI Strategy, ensuring technology investment and innovation support our strategic priorities, learner experience and operational excellence. The successful candidate will drive the development of a modern, secure and inclusive digital environment, championing AI, digital skills and service improvement across both education and business operations. Our client is looking for a highly experienced technology leader with a strong track record of delivering digital strategy and large-scale change within a complex organisation, ideally in education. You will combine strategic vision, technical expertise and excellent stakeholder engagement skills with a passion for innovation and continuous improvement. Our client has appointed FE Associates to support them with the important role. Prior to submitting an application, interested parties are advised to arrange an initial conversation with our lead consultant, by emailing to discuss the role. Closing date: 9am on Wednesday 1 July 2026 Interviews: Thursday 9 July 2026
Remote Access Project Manager (Contract) 6 Months Contract London (hybrid working environment) 650 - 800PD - Inside IR35 Overview A global retailer is seeking an experienced and delivery-focused Strategic Remote Access Project Manager to lead the implementation and optimisation of secure remote access technologies across a complex enterprise environment. This role will play a critical part within a wider Identity Transformation programme, delivering scalable and secure remote connectivity solutions across corporate, retail, and operational technology environments. This is an exciting opportunity for a highly capable Project Manager who thrives in fast-paced, complex environments and can introduce structure, governance, and repeatable delivery models while working across multiple technology and business teams. Role & Responsibilities Lead the end-to-end delivery of remote access programmes, including Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD), Zscaler integrations, and secure connectivity initiatives. Define project scope, delivery plans, milestones, and governance frameworks aligned to enterprise architecture and security standards. Coordinate cross-functional engineering, security, OT, infrastructure, and network teams to ensure seamless integration and delivery. Oversee remote access readiness across retail and FMCG environments, including store networks, distribution centres, and operational technology platforms. Manage stakeholders across technology, operations, leadership teams, and third-party suppliers, ensuring clear communication and timely decision-making. Ensure solutions meet performance, compliance, identity, and security requirements, including device posture and network segmentation controls. Maintain key project documentation including RAID logs, governance artefacts, delivery plans, and architecture alignment documentation. Identify, manage, and mitigate risks, dependencies, and delivery challenges across multiple workstreams. Support change management and user adoption activities across operational and corporate environments. Collaborate with service management teams to ensure operational readiness, support models, and successful handover into BAU operations. Drive continuous improvement across remote access tooling, governance, and user experience. Skills & Experience Essential Proven experience delivering complex infrastructure, identity, or remote access programmes within large enterprise environments. Strong expertise in Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD), including deployment, architecture, scalability, and operational management. Experience with Zscaler technologies, including ZIA and ZPA. Strong understanding of Operational Technology (OT) environments and associated connectivity and security challenges. Experience working with IoT ecosystems and secure device connectivity models. Previous experience within FMCG or retail environments, ideally supporting large-scale store operations. Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to engage both technical and non-technical audiences. Strong governance and programme delivery experience across multiple concurrent workstreams. Knowledge of identity, access management, and cloud security principles. Prince2, PMP, or equivalent project management certification. Desirable Experience working within multi-domain Active Directory or hybrid identity environments. Familiarity with Entra ID, Conditional Access, and device compliance frameworks. Knowledge of Zero Trust architecture and network segmentation principles. Exposure to store technology platforms, POS systems, handheld devices, or IoT sensors. Understanding of governance, compliance, and audit requirements within retail or regulated industries. Experience with automation, scripting, or API-driven configuration for remote access platforms. Previous experience managing third-party managed service providers within large-scale transformation programmes.
Jun 20, 2026
Contractor
Remote Access Project Manager (Contract) 6 Months Contract London (hybrid working environment) 650 - 800PD - Inside IR35 Overview A global retailer is seeking an experienced and delivery-focused Strategic Remote Access Project Manager to lead the implementation and optimisation of secure remote access technologies across a complex enterprise environment. This role will play a critical part within a wider Identity Transformation programme, delivering scalable and secure remote connectivity solutions across corporate, retail, and operational technology environments. This is an exciting opportunity for a highly capable Project Manager who thrives in fast-paced, complex environments and can introduce structure, governance, and repeatable delivery models while working across multiple technology and business teams. Role & Responsibilities Lead the end-to-end delivery of remote access programmes, including Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD), Zscaler integrations, and secure connectivity initiatives. Define project scope, delivery plans, milestones, and governance frameworks aligned to enterprise architecture and security standards. Coordinate cross-functional engineering, security, OT, infrastructure, and network teams to ensure seamless integration and delivery. Oversee remote access readiness across retail and FMCG environments, including store networks, distribution centres, and operational technology platforms. Manage stakeholders across technology, operations, leadership teams, and third-party suppliers, ensuring clear communication and timely decision-making. Ensure solutions meet performance, compliance, identity, and security requirements, including device posture and network segmentation controls. Maintain key project documentation including RAID logs, governance artefacts, delivery plans, and architecture alignment documentation. Identify, manage, and mitigate risks, dependencies, and delivery challenges across multiple workstreams. Support change management and user adoption activities across operational and corporate environments. Collaborate with service management teams to ensure operational readiness, support models, and successful handover into BAU operations. Drive continuous improvement across remote access tooling, governance, and user experience. Skills & Experience Essential Proven experience delivering complex infrastructure, identity, or remote access programmes within large enterprise environments. Strong expertise in Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD), including deployment, architecture, scalability, and operational management. Experience with Zscaler technologies, including ZIA and ZPA. Strong understanding of Operational Technology (OT) environments and associated connectivity and security challenges. Experience working with IoT ecosystems and secure device connectivity models. Previous experience within FMCG or retail environments, ideally supporting large-scale store operations. Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to engage both technical and non-technical audiences. Strong governance and programme delivery experience across multiple concurrent workstreams. Knowledge of identity, access management, and cloud security principles. Prince2, PMP, or equivalent project management certification. Desirable Experience working within multi-domain Active Directory or hybrid identity environments. Familiarity with Entra ID, Conditional Access, and device compliance frameworks. Knowledge of Zero Trust architecture and network segmentation principles. Exposure to store technology platforms, POS systems, handheld devices, or IoT sensors. Understanding of governance, compliance, and audit requirements within retail or regulated industries. Experience with automation, scripting, or API-driven configuration for remote access platforms. Previous experience managing third-party managed service providers within large-scale transformation programmes.
Senior Manufacturing Engineer Peterlee (Site based) 12-month contract 36.5 Hours a week Mon-Fri 7:30am-4pm (there is some flexibility around these hours) As a Senior Manufacturing Engineer, you will have the opportunity to provide the technical expertise necessary to design, develop, and implement manufacturing systems, complex manufacturing operations and sophisticated machines. You will contribute to the planning and delivery of projects, continually learn and stay abreast of innovative technology, mentor and coach team members, whilst broadening your professional network. Senior Manufacturing Engineer Responsibilities Developing, analysing and managing Manufacturing / Fabrication / Paint / Assembly Projects. Assisting in developing department capital and expense budgets as well as maintaining the department capital forecast. - Administering the New Product Introduction (NPI) process to ensure that Engineering drawings are released and processed on time for NPI build. Leading, developing and supporting timely Design for Manufacture Best Practices, Operation Excellence Process Validation Best Practices and Lean Operation Excellence and Manufacturing Best Practices. Engaging in creative problem solving to address operational issues including: ergonomic / safety, efficiency improvements, process bottlenecks, quality concerns. Working with internal and external suppliers to develop and manage projects to ensure efficient and cost- effective systems and processes to produce quality products. Providing the application, procurement, processing, installation and capability of new fabrication, material handling, test, heat treat, welding, painting and / or chemical processes and equipment. Designing, developing and implementing the integration of manufacturing systems including factory control software, scheduling techniques, simulation and systems application. Coordinating, planning, monitoring and reporting the activities associated with the flow analysis, design, financial modelling and implementation of complex manufacturing group technology cells in an assigned area. Coordinating the purchase and application of machine tools, controls and related equipment corporate wide to ensure the latest technology is being used to increase efficiency and economy of operations. Supporting designing complex or intricate jigs and fixtures. What the Senior Manufacturing Engineer will need: Proven manufacturing engineering experience within heavy industry, automotive or a similarly complex production environment Demonstrable expertise in New Product Introduction (NPI) OR substantial manufacturing project management experience Solid knowledge of manufacturing processes, tooling, fixtures and production equipment Experience applying lean manufacturing principles to drive measurable improvements An engineering degree or equivalent hands-on industry experience The vacancy is offering up to £28.80p/h PAYE plus holiday and pension contribution OR up to £39.10p/h Umbrella To apply, please submit a copy of your up to date CV clearly indicating your relevant experience. Applicants must have an existing right to work in the UK and evidence of eligibility will be required. Suitable candidates will be contacted. The above represents a summary of the contract assignment. A full description of this contract assignment is available. A full explanation of this rate and all deductions will be explained in a key information document (KID) supplied to registered candidates
Jun 20, 2026
Contractor
Senior Manufacturing Engineer Peterlee (Site based) 12-month contract 36.5 Hours a week Mon-Fri 7:30am-4pm (there is some flexibility around these hours) As a Senior Manufacturing Engineer, you will have the opportunity to provide the technical expertise necessary to design, develop, and implement manufacturing systems, complex manufacturing operations and sophisticated machines. You will contribute to the planning and delivery of projects, continually learn and stay abreast of innovative technology, mentor and coach team members, whilst broadening your professional network. Senior Manufacturing Engineer Responsibilities Developing, analysing and managing Manufacturing / Fabrication / Paint / Assembly Projects. Assisting in developing department capital and expense budgets as well as maintaining the department capital forecast. - Administering the New Product Introduction (NPI) process to ensure that Engineering drawings are released and processed on time for NPI build. Leading, developing and supporting timely Design for Manufacture Best Practices, Operation Excellence Process Validation Best Practices and Lean Operation Excellence and Manufacturing Best Practices. Engaging in creative problem solving to address operational issues including: ergonomic / safety, efficiency improvements, process bottlenecks, quality concerns. Working with internal and external suppliers to develop and manage projects to ensure efficient and cost- effective systems and processes to produce quality products. Providing the application, procurement, processing, installation and capability of new fabrication, material handling, test, heat treat, welding, painting and / or chemical processes and equipment. Designing, developing and implementing the integration of manufacturing systems including factory control software, scheduling techniques, simulation and systems application. Coordinating, planning, monitoring and reporting the activities associated with the flow analysis, design, financial modelling and implementation of complex manufacturing group technology cells in an assigned area. Coordinating the purchase and application of machine tools, controls and related equipment corporate wide to ensure the latest technology is being used to increase efficiency and economy of operations. Supporting designing complex or intricate jigs and fixtures. What the Senior Manufacturing Engineer will need: Proven manufacturing engineering experience within heavy industry, automotive or a similarly complex production environment Demonstrable expertise in New Product Introduction (NPI) OR substantial manufacturing project management experience Solid knowledge of manufacturing processes, tooling, fixtures and production equipment Experience applying lean manufacturing principles to drive measurable improvements An engineering degree or equivalent hands-on industry experience The vacancy is offering up to £28.80p/h PAYE plus holiday and pension contribution OR up to £39.10p/h Umbrella To apply, please submit a copy of your up to date CV clearly indicating your relevant experience. Applicants must have an existing right to work in the UK and evidence of eligibility will be required. Suitable candidates will be contacted. The above represents a summary of the contract assignment. A full description of this contract assignment is available. A full explanation of this rate and all deductions will be explained in a key information document (KID) supplied to registered candidates
Environment Advisor - 12 Month Fixed Term Contract Salary: 50,000 plus benefits Location: Reading Are you passionate about driving environmental performance - and want to help strengthen an ISO 14001-certified Environmental Management System? Do you enjoy being "hands-on" with on-site checks, data reporting, and working closely with colleagues and suppliers to deliver measurable progress? We are supporting a large automotive retailer who are seeking an Environment Advisor on a 12-month FTC. In this role, you'll provide essential day-to-day support to the team on environmental matters, helping uphold ISO 14001and supporting progress towards a net-zero target for 2030. This role covers a key site for the organisation in Reading and supports the wider UK estate. Key responsibilities include: Take over day-to-day running of the Environmental Management System (EMS) and associated activities, including open audit actions and live initiatives Carry out regular site walkarounds, waste checks, spill-kit inspections, and support incident reporting with follow-up actions Support and prepare for EMS audits, including ISO 14001 recertification and corrective action tracking Maintain EMS policies, procedures, and intranet documentation; help prepare data for the Annual Management Review Manage environmental data collection and contribute to ESG assessments, including supplier coordination and survey responses At the end of the process, you'll be close to the detail ensuring environmental readiness for new sites and helping embed continuous improvement across the business. Requirements: ISO 14001:2015 Practitioner and experience managing ISO 14001 in a corporate setting (automotive experience is ideal) Degree in Environmental Science/Environmental Management/Sustainability (or similar) Confidence presenting ideas and engaging effectively across teams; strong capability prioritising tasks, updating documents and reporting Desirable: understanding of upcoming ISO 14001 changes, genuine interest supported by training/certification, and strong Excel/PowerPoint skills This is a 12-month fixed term contract and a great opportunity to make a tangible environmental impact. For further information and to apply please contact or (phone number removed). Irwin and Colton are a specialist Health and Safety recruitment company, based in the South East of England we recruit across the UK. We recruit all roles in the health and safety industry from Health and Safety Manager, Health and Safety Director through to Health and Safety Advisor positions. Irwin and Colton 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 our website (url removed). Irwin and Colton is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion please let us know if we can do anything to make the process more accessible to you.
Jun 20, 2026
Contractor
Environment Advisor - 12 Month Fixed Term Contract Salary: 50,000 plus benefits Location: Reading Are you passionate about driving environmental performance - and want to help strengthen an ISO 14001-certified Environmental Management System? Do you enjoy being "hands-on" with on-site checks, data reporting, and working closely with colleagues and suppliers to deliver measurable progress? We are supporting a large automotive retailer who are seeking an Environment Advisor on a 12-month FTC. In this role, you'll provide essential day-to-day support to the team on environmental matters, helping uphold ISO 14001and supporting progress towards a net-zero target for 2030. This role covers a key site for the organisation in Reading and supports the wider UK estate. Key responsibilities include: Take over day-to-day running of the Environmental Management System (EMS) and associated activities, including open audit actions and live initiatives Carry out regular site walkarounds, waste checks, spill-kit inspections, and support incident reporting with follow-up actions Support and prepare for EMS audits, including ISO 14001 recertification and corrective action tracking Maintain EMS policies, procedures, and intranet documentation; help prepare data for the Annual Management Review Manage environmental data collection and contribute to ESG assessments, including supplier coordination and survey responses At the end of the process, you'll be close to the detail ensuring environmental readiness for new sites and helping embed continuous improvement across the business. Requirements: ISO 14001:2015 Practitioner and experience managing ISO 14001 in a corporate setting (automotive experience is ideal) Degree in Environmental Science/Environmental Management/Sustainability (or similar) Confidence presenting ideas and engaging effectively across teams; strong capability prioritising tasks, updating documents and reporting Desirable: understanding of upcoming ISO 14001 changes, genuine interest supported by training/certification, and strong Excel/PowerPoint skills This is a 12-month fixed term contract and a great opportunity to make a tangible environmental impact. For further information and to apply please contact or (phone number removed). Irwin and Colton are a specialist Health and Safety recruitment company, based in the South East of England we recruit across the UK. We recruit all roles in the health and safety industry from Health and Safety Manager, Health and Safety Director through to Health and Safety Advisor positions. Irwin and Colton 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 our website (url removed). Irwin and Colton is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion please let us know if we can do anything to make the process more accessible to you.
Senior Chartered Building Surveyor Up to £75,000 + Bonus + Benefits Hybrid (office Tue/Thu) I'm representing a small, rapidly expanding high-performing consultancy in Blackfriars. Hard-working team, modern office, real autonomy. No corporate drag. No endless sign-offs. Quality work, direct client exposure, and a clear path to Associate. The Work Run contract administration on live schemes from instruction to completion Deliver surveys and technical reports across commercial and high-end residential sectors. Work on professional instructions: dilaps, defects, party wall, due diligence, RCAs, planned maintenance Front clients on site and in meetings-own the relationship and the outcomes Feed into business development and marketing, not just delivery Help shape how the practice grows You MRICS with 6-9+ years' experience in consultancy Strong across both project and professional work Client-facing, organised, and comfortable juggling multiple workstreams Positive personality that fits a close, collaborative team of 6 Why This Brief? Up to £75k (more for the right hire) Structured, goal-based bonus scheme 25 days' holiday + Christmas closure Company-funded CPD, training, networking, and professional fees Free on site gym membership Hybrid working: office Tue/Thu, flexible WFH/site the rest Report to both directors; get visibility, support, and progression This isn't a "plodders" job. It's a role with trust, impact, and momentum. Click Apply or get in touch for a confidential conversation with Andrew Pearson at EC Property Recruitment. My contact number is and you can find all my details on LinkedIn.
Jun 20, 2026
Full time
Senior Chartered Building Surveyor Up to £75,000 + Bonus + Benefits Hybrid (office Tue/Thu) I'm representing a small, rapidly expanding high-performing consultancy in Blackfriars. Hard-working team, modern office, real autonomy. No corporate drag. No endless sign-offs. Quality work, direct client exposure, and a clear path to Associate. The Work Run contract administration on live schemes from instruction to completion Deliver surveys and technical reports across commercial and high-end residential sectors. Work on professional instructions: dilaps, defects, party wall, due diligence, RCAs, planned maintenance Front clients on site and in meetings-own the relationship and the outcomes Feed into business development and marketing, not just delivery Help shape how the practice grows You MRICS with 6-9+ years' experience in consultancy Strong across both project and professional work Client-facing, organised, and comfortable juggling multiple workstreams Positive personality that fits a close, collaborative team of 6 Why This Brief? Up to £75k (more for the right hire) Structured, goal-based bonus scheme 25 days' holiday + Christmas closure Company-funded CPD, training, networking, and professional fees Free on site gym membership Hybrid working: office Tue/Thu, flexible WFH/site the rest Report to both directors; get visibility, support, and progression This isn't a "plodders" job. It's a role with trust, impact, and momentum. Click Apply or get in touch for a confidential conversation with Andrew Pearson at EC Property Recruitment. My contact number is and you can find all my details on LinkedIn.
Marketing & Development Manager Woking Theatres & Cinema Reports to: Head of Sales, Marketing & Development, WT&C Responsible for: Marketing & Communications team Reporting to the Head of Sales, Marketing & Development, you will play a key role in driving ticket sales, revenue and audience growth for Woking Theatre, Rhoda McGaw Theatre and Nova Cinema. You will: Plan and deliver marketing campaigns that grow audiences and revenue, working collaboratively across the venue and with ATG's central teams. Bridge day to day operational delivery with the strategic aims of venue leadership. Act as the primary contact for producers and marketing agencies, leading campaign development and identifying sales opportunities to increase occupancy and revenue. Build and nurture relationships with businesses and individuals to grow income from corporate partnerships and sponsorship. One of the most diverse venues in the ATG portfolio, WT&C is a 1,300 seat Theatre which hosts world class entertainment, the Rhoda McGaw a 230 seat Theatre that provides a home for communities from across the region and the highly acclaimed Italia Conti and a 950 seat 7 screen Cinema that shows all of the latest blockbusters. It is a very exciting time to join WT&C as we reach the final stages of a re-brand and major capital programme. The Venue has never looked better and your role in welcoming audiences and Producers will be key. Marketing Campaigns Work closely with venue and central colleagues to deliver effective, insight driven marketing campaigns aligned with communications plans. Act as the primary day to day contact for Producers and agency partners, cultivating strong, effective relationships. Manage the day to day relationship with media partners and third party suppliers, ensuring excellent long term partnerships and strong return on investment. Create or adapt marketing assets for shows and venue initiatives, ensuring timely delivery across all channels. Manage agencies in asset creation and proactively share assets with other ATG venues. Maintain accuracy and brand consistency across all marketing, advocating for the show and venue brand at all times. Deliver agreed sales and audience targets, managing campaign budgets and reporting. Ensure accurate and timely set up for priority and public booking periods and associated activity. Deliver marketing campaigns that support ATG's membership scheme, corporate partnerships, sponsorship commitments, venue F&B targets and other ATG initiatives. Continuously challenge and evolve campaigns to improve efficiency and effectiveness. Audience & Sales Development Collaborate with Revenue Management to evaluate sales performance and implement tactics that improve occupancy and average ticket price. Work with ATG's Data & CRM teams to identify underrepresented audience groups and develop strategies to reach them. Partner with Central Marketing & Data teams to test initiatives that grow audiences and sales. Brief outbound group sales campaigns to the Contact Centre and collaborate to ensure successful delivery. Define an on sale calendar that maximises impact and aligns with ATG's central processes. Where relevant, support the maximisation of tourism sales opportunities. Identify and pursue opportunities to increase revenue through sponsorship, corporate partnerships and business engagement. Corporate Development & Sponsorship Develop a suite of sponsorship opportunities across the venue, creating compelling marketing materials to promote them. Build and nurture relationships with local businesses, organisations and individuals to grow income from corporate partnerships and sponsorship. Work to agreed corporate and sponsorship targets, maximising additional revenue streams for the venue. Reporting & Evaluation Adhere to ATG briefing, reporting and evaluation processes to ensure consistent ways of working across the company. Deliver robust campaign evaluations that demonstrate effectiveness and capture learnings for future activity. Produce clear sales analysis, reporting and campaign evaluations to inform future activity. Manage campaign budget tracking, ensuring efficiency and value for money in all marketing activity. Management & Collaboration Line manage, develop and motivate staff in line with ATG values. Work closely with the Venue Communications Manager to deliver coherent, synergistic campaigns. Actively contribute to the ATG marketing community, including seminars, cross venue initiatives and centrally led strategies (e.g., Data/CRM). Collaborate proactively with ATG's Account Directors/Managers and other central teams. Maintain strong relationships with other venues for shared tours and cross promotional activity. Undertake any other duties reasonably required. Key Skills, Attributes & Experience A collaborative team player with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to manage producer relationships effectively. Highly numerate and analytical, with confidence working with sales data, audience insights and budgets. Significant experience project managing creative campaigns from concept to evaluation. Skilled at managing relationships with creative teams, navigating differing viewpoints with diplomacy. Excellent written and verbal communication. A creative problem solver and confident decision maker. Comfortable working in a fast paced environment and managing multiple projects simultaneously. Proactive, flexible and able to prioritise effectively. Experience working with partners and suppliers to tight deadlines. Enthusiasm for theatre, cinema and the work of ATG. Exceptional attention to detail. Ability to deputise for the Head of Sales, Marketing & Development when required. About Us - Our Values ATG Entertainment's values set the tone for how we work, how we treat one another, and the culture we continue to build across the UK and the wider organisation. THRIVE doing what we love (with passion and dynamism) CONNECT through every act (with collaboration and kindness) DARE to do different (with curiosity and courage) PERFORM at our best (with customer focus and ownership) Our Culture You'll help us uphold a positive culture around meeting our obligations, by having a positive attitude to health and safety, legal and insurance requirements and take care to understand our policies and procedures. We are all expected to participate actively in the life of the company, and opportunities will arise for you to collaborate with others across the business. Everyone at ATG Entertainment is expected to be flexible and adapt as the needs of the business change, taking on new or different responsibilities as the need arises. Our Corporate Social Responsibility Pillars Everyone at ATG Entertainment is expected to play their part in achieving our goals and upholding our Corporate Social Responsibility priorities: Inclusion: Committing to creating and upholding a positive, inclusive culture that nurtures potential and supports well-being. Sustainability: Playing your part in reducing our environmental impact and finding more sustainable ways of working. Next Generations: Encouraging the next generation in live entertainment by contributing to our outreach and training programmes, including mentoring students and trainees, and supporting our Creative Learning and Community Partnerships work. Our Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Access Mission Statement - A Stage for Everyone Our stages are a platform for compelling stories - stories that are for all, by all, and of all. We shine our spotlight on our differences and believe that understanding and celebrating these differences makes us better global citizens. We are passionate about the pursuit of true diversity and equality. We strive to make our venues beacons of these ideals in our communities. Onstage and off, we hold ourselves accountable for nurturing an inclusive culture, one in which everyone can bring their authentic selves. At ATG entertainment, we provide a stage for everyone. We recognise that we do not have all the answers; but we strive to listen, to learn and to change in order to ensure ATG Entertainment becomes a truly inclusive organisation. We therefore welcome and encourage applications from individuals from the widest possible range of backgrounds and particularly welcome applications from those currently underrepresented in our workforce. We are a Disability Confident Committed Employer, which means that we are taking action to ensure that people with disabilities and long-term health conditions feel supported, engaged and able to fulfil their potential in the workplace. We will offer an interview or recruitment event to disabled candidates who tell us they wish to participate in the scheme and who demonstrate in their application that they best meet the essential criteria for the role. Where we receive more applications than we are reasonably able to interview for any given role, we will retain applications for the next available interview opportunity wherever possible.
Jun 20, 2026
Full time
Marketing & Development Manager Woking Theatres & Cinema Reports to: Head of Sales, Marketing & Development, WT&C Responsible for: Marketing & Communications team Reporting to the Head of Sales, Marketing & Development, you will play a key role in driving ticket sales, revenue and audience growth for Woking Theatre, Rhoda McGaw Theatre and Nova Cinema. You will: Plan and deliver marketing campaigns that grow audiences and revenue, working collaboratively across the venue and with ATG's central teams. Bridge day to day operational delivery with the strategic aims of venue leadership. Act as the primary contact for producers and marketing agencies, leading campaign development and identifying sales opportunities to increase occupancy and revenue. Build and nurture relationships with businesses and individuals to grow income from corporate partnerships and sponsorship. One of the most diverse venues in the ATG portfolio, WT&C is a 1,300 seat Theatre which hosts world class entertainment, the Rhoda McGaw a 230 seat Theatre that provides a home for communities from across the region and the highly acclaimed Italia Conti and a 950 seat 7 screen Cinema that shows all of the latest blockbusters. It is a very exciting time to join WT&C as we reach the final stages of a re-brand and major capital programme. The Venue has never looked better and your role in welcoming audiences and Producers will be key. Marketing Campaigns Work closely with venue and central colleagues to deliver effective, insight driven marketing campaigns aligned with communications plans. Act as the primary day to day contact for Producers and agency partners, cultivating strong, effective relationships. Manage the day to day relationship with media partners and third party suppliers, ensuring excellent long term partnerships and strong return on investment. Create or adapt marketing assets for shows and venue initiatives, ensuring timely delivery across all channels. Manage agencies in asset creation and proactively share assets with other ATG venues. Maintain accuracy and brand consistency across all marketing, advocating for the show and venue brand at all times. Deliver agreed sales and audience targets, managing campaign budgets and reporting. Ensure accurate and timely set up for priority and public booking periods and associated activity. Deliver marketing campaigns that support ATG's membership scheme, corporate partnerships, sponsorship commitments, venue F&B targets and other ATG initiatives. Continuously challenge and evolve campaigns to improve efficiency and effectiveness. Audience & Sales Development Collaborate with Revenue Management to evaluate sales performance and implement tactics that improve occupancy and average ticket price. Work with ATG's Data & CRM teams to identify underrepresented audience groups and develop strategies to reach them. Partner with Central Marketing & Data teams to test initiatives that grow audiences and sales. Brief outbound group sales campaigns to the Contact Centre and collaborate to ensure successful delivery. Define an on sale calendar that maximises impact and aligns with ATG's central processes. Where relevant, support the maximisation of tourism sales opportunities. Identify and pursue opportunities to increase revenue through sponsorship, corporate partnerships and business engagement. Corporate Development & Sponsorship Develop a suite of sponsorship opportunities across the venue, creating compelling marketing materials to promote them. Build and nurture relationships with local businesses, organisations and individuals to grow income from corporate partnerships and sponsorship. Work to agreed corporate and sponsorship targets, maximising additional revenue streams for the venue. Reporting & Evaluation Adhere to ATG briefing, reporting and evaluation processes to ensure consistent ways of working across the company. Deliver robust campaign evaluations that demonstrate effectiveness and capture learnings for future activity. Produce clear sales analysis, reporting and campaign evaluations to inform future activity. Manage campaign budget tracking, ensuring efficiency and value for money in all marketing activity. Management & Collaboration Line manage, develop and motivate staff in line with ATG values. Work closely with the Venue Communications Manager to deliver coherent, synergistic campaigns. Actively contribute to the ATG marketing community, including seminars, cross venue initiatives and centrally led strategies (e.g., Data/CRM). Collaborate proactively with ATG's Account Directors/Managers and other central teams. Maintain strong relationships with other venues for shared tours and cross promotional activity. Undertake any other duties reasonably required. Key Skills, Attributes & Experience A collaborative team player with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to manage producer relationships effectively. Highly numerate and analytical, with confidence working with sales data, audience insights and budgets. Significant experience project managing creative campaigns from concept to evaluation. Skilled at managing relationships with creative teams, navigating differing viewpoints with diplomacy. Excellent written and verbal communication. A creative problem solver and confident decision maker. Comfortable working in a fast paced environment and managing multiple projects simultaneously. Proactive, flexible and able to prioritise effectively. Experience working with partners and suppliers to tight deadlines. Enthusiasm for theatre, cinema and the work of ATG. Exceptional attention to detail. Ability to deputise for the Head of Sales, Marketing & Development when required. About Us - Our Values ATG Entertainment's values set the tone for how we work, how we treat one another, and the culture we continue to build across the UK and the wider organisation. THRIVE doing what we love (with passion and dynamism) CONNECT through every act (with collaboration and kindness) DARE to do different (with curiosity and courage) PERFORM at our best (with customer focus and ownership) Our Culture You'll help us uphold a positive culture around meeting our obligations, by having a positive attitude to health and safety, legal and insurance requirements and take care to understand our policies and procedures. We are all expected to participate actively in the life of the company, and opportunities will arise for you to collaborate with others across the business. Everyone at ATG Entertainment is expected to be flexible and adapt as the needs of the business change, taking on new or different responsibilities as the need arises. Our Corporate Social Responsibility Pillars Everyone at ATG Entertainment is expected to play their part in achieving our goals and upholding our Corporate Social Responsibility priorities: Inclusion: Committing to creating and upholding a positive, inclusive culture that nurtures potential and supports well-being. Sustainability: Playing your part in reducing our environmental impact and finding more sustainable ways of working. Next Generations: Encouraging the next generation in live entertainment by contributing to our outreach and training programmes, including mentoring students and trainees, and supporting our Creative Learning and Community Partnerships work. Our Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Access Mission Statement - A Stage for Everyone Our stages are a platform for compelling stories - stories that are for all, by all, and of all. We shine our spotlight on our differences and believe that understanding and celebrating these differences makes us better global citizens. We are passionate about the pursuit of true diversity and equality. We strive to make our venues beacons of these ideals in our communities. Onstage and off, we hold ourselves accountable for nurturing an inclusive culture, one in which everyone can bring their authentic selves. At ATG entertainment, we provide a stage for everyone. We recognise that we do not have all the answers; but we strive to listen, to learn and to change in order to ensure ATG Entertainment becomes a truly inclusive organisation. We therefore welcome and encourage applications from individuals from the widest possible range of backgrounds and particularly welcome applications from those currently underrepresented in our workforce. We are a Disability Confident Committed Employer, which means that we are taking action to ensure that people with disabilities and long-term health conditions feel supported, engaged and able to fulfil their potential in the workplace. We will offer an interview or recruitment event to disabled candidates who tell us they wish to participate in the scheme and who demonstrate in their application that they best meet the essential criteria for the role. Where we receive more applications than we are reasonably able to interview for any given role, we will retain applications for the next available interview opportunity wherever possible.
Senior / Associate Fire Engineer London, Manchester or Nationwide A growing UK-built environment consultancy is seeking experienced Fire Engineers and Fire Risk Assessors to join its expanding fire safety team. Operating across England and Wales, the role offers the opportunity to help shape and develop a rapidly growing fire engineering service supporting residential, mixed-use, education, and high-risk buildings. The successful Fire Engineering candidate will contribute to a wide range of services including fire strategies, fire risk assessments, PAS 9980 assessments, external wall reviews, compliance audits, fire engineering analysis, compartmentation surveys, design reviews, expert witness support, and construction fire safety advice. Applicants should have strong knowledge of current fire safety legislation, guidance, and standards, including the Building Safety Act, Fire Safety Act, Fire Safety Order, PAS 9980, BS 9991, BS 9999, BS 7974, and relevant Building Regulations. A degree in engineering or a fire-related discipline is preferred, along with Chartered, Incorporated, or equivalent professional status. This role would suit an ambitious fire engineering professional looking for greater responsibility, career progression, and involvement in a growing specialist team. Package includes: Competitive salary Performance bonus Pension and private healthcare Gym membership Training and career development 25 days annual leave plus Christmas shutdown Location: London, Manchester, or nationwide travel across England and Wales. Interested in this Fire Engineer role, please get in touch with Mikaela today!
Jun 20, 2026
Full time
Senior / Associate Fire Engineer London, Manchester or Nationwide A growing UK-built environment consultancy is seeking experienced Fire Engineers and Fire Risk Assessors to join its expanding fire safety team. Operating across England and Wales, the role offers the opportunity to help shape and develop a rapidly growing fire engineering service supporting residential, mixed-use, education, and high-risk buildings. The successful Fire Engineering candidate will contribute to a wide range of services including fire strategies, fire risk assessments, PAS 9980 assessments, external wall reviews, compliance audits, fire engineering analysis, compartmentation surveys, design reviews, expert witness support, and construction fire safety advice. Applicants should have strong knowledge of current fire safety legislation, guidance, and standards, including the Building Safety Act, Fire Safety Act, Fire Safety Order, PAS 9980, BS 9991, BS 9999, BS 7974, and relevant Building Regulations. A degree in engineering or a fire-related discipline is preferred, along with Chartered, Incorporated, or equivalent professional status. This role would suit an ambitious fire engineering professional looking for greater responsibility, career progression, and involvement in a growing specialist team. Package includes: Competitive salary Performance bonus Pension and private healthcare Gym membership Training and career development 25 days annual leave plus Christmas shutdown Location: London, Manchester, or nationwide travel across England and Wales. Interested in this Fire Engineer role, please get in touch with Mikaela today!
Associate Director - Resilience Location: London Salary: Up to £95,000 Fixed term contract 14 months This role represents a great opportunity for a senior resilience and business continuity professional to lead the resilience programme for a major London location. You will take the lead in shaping, managing and delivering a robust resilience programme which incorporates business continuity planning, major incident management and crisis management planning. The role commences on a 14-month FTC. Your role will include: Shaping, managing, and setting the Resilience and Business Continuity strategy for the business, identifying priorities and future work streams to address changing circumstances and evolving risks. Formulate and embed resilience plans for Canary Wharf Group and the Canary Wharf Estate, managing and driving the following work streams: Manage and deliver the Business Continuity strategy including maintenance of ISO 22301 certification and overseeing the internal audit programme Management of the Crisis Management plans Responsible for running the annual Crisis Management exercise Shape and deliver the Incident Management strategy Deliver an annual programme of exercises and tests with both internal and external incident management teams and stakeholders. Lead on engagement with senior stakeholders, emergency services and tenants Horizon-scanning to identify potential future threats You should meet the following criteria: Proven experience of leading resilience, business continuity and crisis management activity at a senior level in a corporate environment. Business continuity - experience maintaining business continuity management systems alongside a knowledge of ISO 22301:2019. Incident and crisis management experience leading response teams at strategic, tactical and operational levels and managing incidents for an organisation. Experience in writing and delivering crisis exercises to all levels of the organisation including senior executives. CBCI or equivalent certification. Degree-level education (or equivalent relevant professional experience will be considered). Excellent communicator with strong presentation skills and the ability to offer prompt and accurate advice to senior management and tenants. Prepared to work flexible and varied hours, including out of hours call out and attendance. Established as a Security Recruitment specialist Momentum Recruitment provide a quality focused recruitment service for the provision of permanent, contract & temporary staff across the EMEA region. Momentum Recruitment covers the following markets. Corporate Security Security Guarding - Management & Operations Security Guarding - Officer & site personnel staff Retail Loss Prevention, Audit & Fraud HSEQ (Health, Safety, Environmental & Quality Assurance) Risk management
Jun 20, 2026
Full time
Associate Director - Resilience Location: London Salary: Up to £95,000 Fixed term contract 14 months This role represents a great opportunity for a senior resilience and business continuity professional to lead the resilience programme for a major London location. You will take the lead in shaping, managing and delivering a robust resilience programme which incorporates business continuity planning, major incident management and crisis management planning. The role commences on a 14-month FTC. Your role will include: Shaping, managing, and setting the Resilience and Business Continuity strategy for the business, identifying priorities and future work streams to address changing circumstances and evolving risks. Formulate and embed resilience plans for Canary Wharf Group and the Canary Wharf Estate, managing and driving the following work streams: Manage and deliver the Business Continuity strategy including maintenance of ISO 22301 certification and overseeing the internal audit programme Management of the Crisis Management plans Responsible for running the annual Crisis Management exercise Shape and deliver the Incident Management strategy Deliver an annual programme of exercises and tests with both internal and external incident management teams and stakeholders. Lead on engagement with senior stakeholders, emergency services and tenants Horizon-scanning to identify potential future threats You should meet the following criteria: Proven experience of leading resilience, business continuity and crisis management activity at a senior level in a corporate environment. Business continuity - experience maintaining business continuity management systems alongside a knowledge of ISO 22301:2019. Incident and crisis management experience leading response teams at strategic, tactical and operational levels and managing incidents for an organisation. Experience in writing and delivering crisis exercises to all levels of the organisation including senior executives. CBCI or equivalent certification. Degree-level education (or equivalent relevant professional experience will be considered). Excellent communicator with strong presentation skills and the ability to offer prompt and accurate advice to senior management and tenants. Prepared to work flexible and varied hours, including out of hours call out and attendance. Established as a Security Recruitment specialist Momentum Recruitment provide a quality focused recruitment service for the provision of permanent, contract & temporary staff across the EMEA region. Momentum Recruitment covers the following markets. Corporate Security Security Guarding - Management & Operations Security Guarding - Officer & site personnel staff Retail Loss Prevention, Audit & Fraud HSEQ (Health, Safety, Environmental & Quality Assurance) Risk management
Corporate finance senior, qualified accountant, Chartered accountant, newly qualified accountant Your new company Hays Client, a top 10 professional services organisation specialises in helping businesses, whether start-ups or multinationals, to achieve their goals. This is achieved through our clients' own professional expertise and by working directly with organisations and the entrepreneurs behind them. Our clients develop strong, personal relationships with their customers and take an active interest in their businesses, providing an integrated business advisory solution. As an assistant manager/senior associate, you will undertake a wide variety of dynamic Corporate Finance/Advisory projects and play an integral role in planning, monitoring and completing assignments within a team environment, providing appropriate support to ensure timely and effective completion of projects. Your new role Principal Accountabilities • Assist in overseeing a portfolio of Business Advisory and Corporate Finance projects • Provide support to colleagues on technical issues and be responsible for delivering work of the highest quality • To prepare financial projections for businesses • Assist in the preparation of business plans and due diligence reports • Identify and investigate key issues in potential target business for acquisition purposes • Prepare Independent Business Reviews • Undertake accurate and relevant analysis and interrogate financial models • Engage and assist in financial analysis and report writing • Advise businesses on reducing costs and managing working capital • Financial management of a portfolio of clients, including the production of realistic budgets for agreement with partner and client, ensuring that project costs are monitored, variances identified and instigating corrective measures as required • Plan, monitor and complete all work in the team and, on occasions, deputise for managers • Provide coaching and mentoring to less experienced colleagues both on the job and through active intervention when learning opportunities arise • Ensure that all correspondence, reports and other written output are produced consistently within the firm's quality standards as well as internal procedures and external regulatory requirements, ensuring that client relationships are properly documented • Establish new contacts to expand my own network of work referrers • Develop contact with clients/work providers at mid-management level and maintain contact with other levels as appropriate to ensure the firm maintains strong working relationships • Act as a liaison between a client and other specialist service groups within BDO • Be an effective member of the advisory team by being an ambassador of the firm, participating in office marketing events and keeping abreast of the wide range of service the firm offers • Perform any other relevant duties and responsibilities as reasonably specified by the partners of the firm What you'll need to succeed Essential Criteria: • Qualified Chartered or Certified accountant (ACA or ACCA) • Minimum of 1 year of proven experience in a Business Advisory/Corporate Finance role • Financial Modelling skillset including previous experience in preparing financial projections • Proven ability to deliver exceptional client service at all times and to tight timescales • Strong analytical skills and ability to identify key issues from analytical data • Working knowledge of relevant regulatory and statutory requirements • Proven ability to deliver exceptional client service at all times and to tight timescales • Good organisational and administration skills • Proven people management capability • Excellent knowledge of Microsoft packages • Team player with a strong work ethic and the ability to adapt to change • Commitment to continuous improvement and personal development • Attention to detail, including delivery of your own and reviewing of other peoples' work • Ability to demonstrate commercial awareness and to add value What you'll get in return Hybrid working Flexible working Competitive salary bonus What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.
Jun 20, 2026
Full time
Corporate finance senior, qualified accountant, Chartered accountant, newly qualified accountant Your new company Hays Client, a top 10 professional services organisation specialises in helping businesses, whether start-ups or multinationals, to achieve their goals. This is achieved through our clients' own professional expertise and by working directly with organisations and the entrepreneurs behind them. Our clients develop strong, personal relationships with their customers and take an active interest in their businesses, providing an integrated business advisory solution. As an assistant manager/senior associate, you will undertake a wide variety of dynamic Corporate Finance/Advisory projects and play an integral role in planning, monitoring and completing assignments within a team environment, providing appropriate support to ensure timely and effective completion of projects. Your new role Principal Accountabilities • Assist in overseeing a portfolio of Business Advisory and Corporate Finance projects • Provide support to colleagues on technical issues and be responsible for delivering work of the highest quality • To prepare financial projections for businesses • Assist in the preparation of business plans and due diligence reports • Identify and investigate key issues in potential target business for acquisition purposes • Prepare Independent Business Reviews • Undertake accurate and relevant analysis and interrogate financial models • Engage and assist in financial analysis and report writing • Advise businesses on reducing costs and managing working capital • Financial management of a portfolio of clients, including the production of realistic budgets for agreement with partner and client, ensuring that project costs are monitored, variances identified and instigating corrective measures as required • Plan, monitor and complete all work in the team and, on occasions, deputise for managers • Provide coaching and mentoring to less experienced colleagues both on the job and through active intervention when learning opportunities arise • Ensure that all correspondence, reports and other written output are produced consistently within the firm's quality standards as well as internal procedures and external regulatory requirements, ensuring that client relationships are properly documented • Establish new contacts to expand my own network of work referrers • Develop contact with clients/work providers at mid-management level and maintain contact with other levels as appropriate to ensure the firm maintains strong working relationships • Act as a liaison between a client and other specialist service groups within BDO • Be an effective member of the advisory team by being an ambassador of the firm, participating in office marketing events and keeping abreast of the wide range of service the firm offers • Perform any other relevant duties and responsibilities as reasonably specified by the partners of the firm What you'll need to succeed Essential Criteria: • Qualified Chartered or Certified accountant (ACA or ACCA) • Minimum of 1 year of proven experience in a Business Advisory/Corporate Finance role • Financial Modelling skillset including previous experience in preparing financial projections • Proven ability to deliver exceptional client service at all times and to tight timescales • Strong analytical skills and ability to identify key issues from analytical data • Working knowledge of relevant regulatory and statutory requirements • Proven ability to deliver exceptional client service at all times and to tight timescales • Good organisational and administration skills • Proven people management capability • Excellent knowledge of Microsoft packages • Team player with a strong work ethic and the ability to adapt to change • Commitment to continuous improvement and personal development • Attention to detail, including delivery of your own and reviewing of other peoples' work • Ability to demonstrate commercial awareness and to add value What you'll get in return Hybrid working Flexible working Competitive salary bonus What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.
GLL is looking for a Fitness Instructor based at Basingstoke. Our?Fitness Instructors?have plenty of energy, ambition and expertise; this is your chance to help people to achieve their fitness?potential by becoming a Fitness Instructor. As a Fitness Instructor, part of your role is to inspire people to train independently and keep coming back helping them understand their fitness?aspirations. It all starts with an induction, for you to understand someone's ability and ambitions and ultimately, devise a bespoke programme that suits their needs. As a real people-person, this will come naturally as you quickly build people's trust and confidence. If you love variety, you'll thrive here, as you never know who you'll be supporting next. A typical day could be anything from providing a personal service in the gym and offering workout advice to checking the equipment and even teaching classes. That means we're looking for a Fitness Instructor with physical fitness, combined with a can-do attitude and the eye for detail needed for paperwork. An obvious passion for all things fitness will need to shine through all you do too, so that you can make a positive difference to people's lives. What you'll do: Collecting and checking information, relating to individual clients Analysing information relating to individual clients Identifying and agreeing smart short, medium and long term goals Planning, instructing and evaluating safe and appropriate exercise sessions. Providing 1-2-1 or group inductions and general exercise programmes, including the introduction to new equipment where appropriate. Teach classes or small group training. Training will be given for them to be able to do this. Selecting relevant exercises and designing appropriate programmes which address safety at all times Producing suitable programme cards for a range of clients/members Suggesting relevant exercise adaptations to allow for individual client difference or needs. Using logical and progressive teaching methodologies to introduce a range of exercises in relation to client goals. Selecting and/or correctly demonstrating a variety of training methods that can be used by clients/members. Providing clients/members with general advice on how to progress their individual programmes. Providing assistance to clients/members at all times in order to correct unsafe technique where required. To positively interact and motivate clients/members using appropriate strategies in order to promote retention and adherence to exercise. As a charitable social enterprise owned by its staff GLL has a great range of benefits for its employees: A Values driven organisation Learning & development to support career development Good Pension schemes Discounted gym membership for you and your partner. A flexible working position. 18+ years, up to £13.45 per hour. Industry leading rates of pay opportunity to join the GLL Society and have a say in how we are run plus associated social events Exclusive discounts on our villas in Portugal Exclusive discounts on our Ski chalets in Bulgaria Health assurance Career pathways, professional development are just the start. To ensure you stay at the top of your game, we provide training with practical and theory elements too. Discounts across thousands of retailers (GLL Extras) 25% off Red Letter Days 25% off Buy A Gift 20% off GLL spa experience treatments and associated products. Ride to work scheme Free eye tests and discounted glasses About GLL: As the UK's largest leisure operator and charitable social enterprise, we offer a range of careers for everyone in our local communities. We manage over 400 facilities across England, Wales and Northern Ireland, including public sport and leisure centres, elite sporting venues, libraries and children's centres. Our people are from the communities we serve and help us make real changes in their local area. One of our core values is 'More than a Job', because working with us opens up a wide range of possibilities and opportunities for you, starting with how you work with us.?To make sure we're having a positive impact on our people, we also offer some flexible and part-time working options so you can make sure your new job works for you. Subject to vacancies, whether you are after a contractual commitment and a regular work schedule or the freedom of flexible hours, you may be able to choose an arrangement that works best for you and play your part in improving the health and wellbeing of your community. We offer two different types of work arrangements: A permanent employment contract - part time and full time A flexible worker engagement by joining our flexible worker pool If you are looking for a regular number of hours that you can work, and are flexible to meet the needs of a 7 day a week service, then a full-time or part-time permanent contract might be the right choice for you. So whether your ambitions lie in sport and leisure, events & catering, health & beauty, corporate support or working with children, you'll be able to find your ideal new job at GLL. Passionate about seeing our communities thrive, we invest back into our facilities, projects and people and are Investors in People Silver Award employer. However you choose to work with us, you can be sure that you will be a valued member of our team, working with great colleagues, and making a real difference to people's lives. We are an inclusive employer. We seek and welcome diversity in our teams. All pay rates are subject to skills, experience, qualifications and location.
Jun 20, 2026
Full time
GLL is looking for a Fitness Instructor based at Basingstoke. Our?Fitness Instructors?have plenty of energy, ambition and expertise; this is your chance to help people to achieve their fitness?potential by becoming a Fitness Instructor. As a Fitness Instructor, part of your role is to inspire people to train independently and keep coming back helping them understand their fitness?aspirations. It all starts with an induction, for you to understand someone's ability and ambitions and ultimately, devise a bespoke programme that suits their needs. As a real people-person, this will come naturally as you quickly build people's trust and confidence. If you love variety, you'll thrive here, as you never know who you'll be supporting next. A typical day could be anything from providing a personal service in the gym and offering workout advice to checking the equipment and even teaching classes. That means we're looking for a Fitness Instructor with physical fitness, combined with a can-do attitude and the eye for detail needed for paperwork. An obvious passion for all things fitness will need to shine through all you do too, so that you can make a positive difference to people's lives. What you'll do: Collecting and checking information, relating to individual clients Analysing information relating to individual clients Identifying and agreeing smart short, medium and long term goals Planning, instructing and evaluating safe and appropriate exercise sessions. Providing 1-2-1 or group inductions and general exercise programmes, including the introduction to new equipment where appropriate. Teach classes or small group training. Training will be given for them to be able to do this. Selecting relevant exercises and designing appropriate programmes which address safety at all times Producing suitable programme cards for a range of clients/members Suggesting relevant exercise adaptations to allow for individual client difference or needs. Using logical and progressive teaching methodologies to introduce a range of exercises in relation to client goals. Selecting and/or correctly demonstrating a variety of training methods that can be used by clients/members. Providing clients/members with general advice on how to progress their individual programmes. Providing assistance to clients/members at all times in order to correct unsafe technique where required. To positively interact and motivate clients/members using appropriate strategies in order to promote retention and adherence to exercise. As a charitable social enterprise owned by its staff GLL has a great range of benefits for its employees: A Values driven organisation Learning & development to support career development Good Pension schemes Discounted gym membership for you and your partner. A flexible working position. 18+ years, up to £13.45 per hour. Industry leading rates of pay opportunity to join the GLL Society and have a say in how we are run plus associated social events Exclusive discounts on our villas in Portugal Exclusive discounts on our Ski chalets in Bulgaria Health assurance Career pathways, professional development are just the start. To ensure you stay at the top of your game, we provide training with practical and theory elements too. Discounts across thousands of retailers (GLL Extras) 25% off Red Letter Days 25% off Buy A Gift 20% off GLL spa experience treatments and associated products. Ride to work scheme Free eye tests and discounted glasses About GLL: As the UK's largest leisure operator and charitable social enterprise, we offer a range of careers for everyone in our local communities. We manage over 400 facilities across England, Wales and Northern Ireland, including public sport and leisure centres, elite sporting venues, libraries and children's centres. Our people are from the communities we serve and help us make real changes in their local area. One of our core values is 'More than a Job', because working with us opens up a wide range of possibilities and opportunities for you, starting with how you work with us.?To make sure we're having a positive impact on our people, we also offer some flexible and part-time working options so you can make sure your new job works for you. Subject to vacancies, whether you are after a contractual commitment and a regular work schedule or the freedom of flexible hours, you may be able to choose an arrangement that works best for you and play your part in improving the health and wellbeing of your community. We offer two different types of work arrangements: A permanent employment contract - part time and full time A flexible worker engagement by joining our flexible worker pool If you are looking for a regular number of hours that you can work, and are flexible to meet the needs of a 7 day a week service, then a full-time or part-time permanent contract might be the right choice for you. So whether your ambitions lie in sport and leisure, events & catering, health & beauty, corporate support or working with children, you'll be able to find your ideal new job at GLL. Passionate about seeing our communities thrive, we invest back into our facilities, projects and people and are Investors in People Silver Award employer. However you choose to work with us, you can be sure that you will be a valued member of our team, working with great colleagues, and making a real difference to people's lives. We are an inclusive employer. We seek and welcome diversity in our teams. All pay rates are subject to skills, experience, qualifications and location.
Accounts Semi Senior - Company Summary Join a modern, growing independent accountancy practice in Warrington, known for supporting entrepreneurial SMEs and larger owner-managed businesses. The firm is commercially focused, invests heavily in development, and has a strong track record of promoting from within-with many of today's managers and directors having progressed through the ranks. Accounts Semi Senior - Description This Accounts Semi Senior opportunity is ideal for someone part-qualified ACA/ACCA or equivalent who wants genuine progression, structured support, and broad exposure across accounts prep work FRS 102/102A/105. Accounts Semi Senior - Responsibilities Prepare statutory accounts for a varied portfolio FRS 102 / 102A / 105 Build confidence in client communication and day-to-day relationship management Support seniors/managers with planning and delivery of accounts work Develop technical skills through structured training and regular reviews Progress responsibility as you grow, with a clear route to Senior and beyond Accounts Semi Senior - Benefits Salary: Competitive / market-leading for an Accounts Semi Senior Bonus: Firm-wide performance bonus Study support: Full ACA/ACCA support + study leave and exam support Development: Technical, management, and leadership training to support progression Flexibility: Core hours 10am-3pm; supportive culture around real-life commitments. Hybrid working 3 days office / 2 days home Life assurance: 4x salary, plus salary sacrifice and additional benefits Parking: Free parking Culture: Friendly, down-to-earth team and regular socials/events Accounts Semi Senior - Requirements Part-qualified ACA / ACCA or equivalent Current/prior accountancy practice experience Experience preparing accounts under FRS 102 / 102A / 105 Keen to progress to Senior and potentially Assistant Manager longer term Proactive approach, willingness to learn, and confidence building client-facing skills Vaisto Recruitment offers a generous referral scheme. If you refer a practice candidate to me who is not already registered as a thank you will receive a voucher up to the value of £1000. Vouchers are paid on successful completion of the referral's probation period. The above vacancy is only one of many that I am handling. Vaisto Recruitment specialises in permanent and contract practice assignments including: Audit Partner / Audit Director / Audit Associate Director / Audit Manager / Audit Senior / Audit Associate / Audit Semi Senior / Business Services Partner / Business Services Director / Business Services Manager / Business Services Associate / Accounts Senior / Accounts Associate / Tax Partner / Tax Director / Tax Manager / Tax Senior Manager / Tax Senior / Tax Semi Senior / Accounts Partner / Accounts Director / Accounts Manager / Accounts Senior / Accounts Semi Senior / Corporate Finance Partner / Corporate Finance Director / Corporate Finance Manager / Corporate Finance Executive / Corporate Finance Senior M&A / Payroll Bureau / Practice Managers
Jun 20, 2026
Full time
Accounts Semi Senior - Company Summary Join a modern, growing independent accountancy practice in Warrington, known for supporting entrepreneurial SMEs and larger owner-managed businesses. The firm is commercially focused, invests heavily in development, and has a strong track record of promoting from within-with many of today's managers and directors having progressed through the ranks. Accounts Semi Senior - Description This Accounts Semi Senior opportunity is ideal for someone part-qualified ACA/ACCA or equivalent who wants genuine progression, structured support, and broad exposure across accounts prep work FRS 102/102A/105. Accounts Semi Senior - Responsibilities Prepare statutory accounts for a varied portfolio FRS 102 / 102A / 105 Build confidence in client communication and day-to-day relationship management Support seniors/managers with planning and delivery of accounts work Develop technical skills through structured training and regular reviews Progress responsibility as you grow, with a clear route to Senior and beyond Accounts Semi Senior - Benefits Salary: Competitive / market-leading for an Accounts Semi Senior Bonus: Firm-wide performance bonus Study support: Full ACA/ACCA support + study leave and exam support Development: Technical, management, and leadership training to support progression Flexibility: Core hours 10am-3pm; supportive culture around real-life commitments. Hybrid working 3 days office / 2 days home Life assurance: 4x salary, plus salary sacrifice and additional benefits Parking: Free parking Culture: Friendly, down-to-earth team and regular socials/events Accounts Semi Senior - Requirements Part-qualified ACA / ACCA or equivalent Current/prior accountancy practice experience Experience preparing accounts under FRS 102 / 102A / 105 Keen to progress to Senior and potentially Assistant Manager longer term Proactive approach, willingness to learn, and confidence building client-facing skills Vaisto Recruitment offers a generous referral scheme. If you refer a practice candidate to me who is not already registered as a thank you will receive a voucher up to the value of £1000. Vouchers are paid on successful completion of the referral's probation period. The above vacancy is only one of many that I am handling. Vaisto Recruitment specialises in permanent and contract practice assignments including: Audit Partner / Audit Director / Audit Associate Director / Audit Manager / Audit Senior / Audit Associate / Audit Semi Senior / Business Services Partner / Business Services Director / Business Services Manager / Business Services Associate / Accounts Senior / Accounts Associate / Tax Partner / Tax Director / Tax Manager / Tax Senior Manager / Tax Senior / Tax Semi Senior / Accounts Partner / Accounts Director / Accounts Manager / Accounts Senior / Accounts Semi Senior / Corporate Finance Partner / Corporate Finance Director / Corporate Finance Manager / Corporate Finance Executive / Corporate Finance Senior M&A / Payroll Bureau / Practice Managers
Audit Senior / Audit & Accounts Senior - SUPERB ROLE McGinnis Loy Associates is proud to be working with a Top20 Accountancy Firm who are looking for a Qualified Audit Senior / Audit & Accounts Senior for their Thames Valley office in Reading. Undertaking an 80% Audit & 20% Accounts role, you will be managing your own portfolio of owner-managed businesses including sole traders, companies and partnership clients (up to £80m turnover) and overseeing a small team of junior/graduate staff. Key duties include: Managing client audits and assisting with complex corporate audits for the firm, using computerised audit systems Producing audit files for review by the Audit Manager/Director Providing general assistance to the junior audit and business service team members Planning of audit assignments, taking responsibility for achieving agreed budgets and meeting client deadlines. Setting objectives for PQ/Graduate junior staff and supervising on-site teams including reviewing work and coaching on the job Auditing of companies within a range of sectors including IT/Hi-Tech, Consumer Services, Manufacturing, Logistics, Legal Services Carrying out Accounts & Financial statements preparation, and management accounting Preparation of company accounts, groups of companies, partnerships and LLP's together with Tax computations. Close liaison with audit clients and other external stakeholders, often direct contact at Finance Director Level Ensuring all work is carried out profitably and on a timely basis in accordance with the firm's standards Submitting accounts to Companies House within deadlines To be considered for the role you should be a qualified ACA or ACCA Audit Senior / Audit & Accounts Senior, ideally degree-educated with extensive practice experience in Audit & Accounts, some staff management skills and a car driver with access to your own car. For one of the positions they are looking for someone with 18months PQE ideally, and 3+ years PQE ideally for the second position (so that they have a balanced team with differing levels of Audit expertise across the firm). On offer is a salary up to £55,000 depending on qualification and experience, with benefits to include company pension, healthcare and 22 days holidays. The firm will also happily consider those candidates who may be interested in relocating to Reading from other parts of the UK. To apply for the position or for more information, please contact McGinnis Loy Associates (Reading) Office by telephone or via email at com McGinnis Loy Associates is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy, in accordance with the Employment Agencies Act. Follow us on or check our Linked-In company profile
Jun 20, 2026
Full time
Audit Senior / Audit & Accounts Senior - SUPERB ROLE McGinnis Loy Associates is proud to be working with a Top20 Accountancy Firm who are looking for a Qualified Audit Senior / Audit & Accounts Senior for their Thames Valley office in Reading. Undertaking an 80% Audit & 20% Accounts role, you will be managing your own portfolio of owner-managed businesses including sole traders, companies and partnership clients (up to £80m turnover) and overseeing a small team of junior/graduate staff. Key duties include: Managing client audits and assisting with complex corporate audits for the firm, using computerised audit systems Producing audit files for review by the Audit Manager/Director Providing general assistance to the junior audit and business service team members Planning of audit assignments, taking responsibility for achieving agreed budgets and meeting client deadlines. Setting objectives for PQ/Graduate junior staff and supervising on-site teams including reviewing work and coaching on the job Auditing of companies within a range of sectors including IT/Hi-Tech, Consumer Services, Manufacturing, Logistics, Legal Services Carrying out Accounts & Financial statements preparation, and management accounting Preparation of company accounts, groups of companies, partnerships and LLP's together with Tax computations. Close liaison with audit clients and other external stakeholders, often direct contact at Finance Director Level Ensuring all work is carried out profitably and on a timely basis in accordance with the firm's standards Submitting accounts to Companies House within deadlines To be considered for the role you should be a qualified ACA or ACCA Audit Senior / Audit & Accounts Senior, ideally degree-educated with extensive practice experience in Audit & Accounts, some staff management skills and a car driver with access to your own car. For one of the positions they are looking for someone with 18months PQE ideally, and 3+ years PQE ideally for the second position (so that they have a balanced team with differing levels of Audit expertise across the firm). On offer is a salary up to £55,000 depending on qualification and experience, with benefits to include company pension, healthcare and 22 days holidays. The firm will also happily consider those candidates who may be interested in relocating to Reading from other parts of the UK. To apply for the position or for more information, please contact McGinnis Loy Associates (Reading) Office by telephone or via email at com McGinnis Loy Associates is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy, in accordance with the Employment Agencies Act. Follow us on or check our Linked-In company profile
We re building thriving communities as one of the UK s largest housing groups and a leading developer of affordable housing. We believe everyone is entitled to a good home they can afford, in a place they are proud to live. More than 100,000 people live in our homes. If you want to experience work that s truly rewarding, join us. Because when we achieve together, customers and communities thrive. Work for Orbit. Believe in people. The role Orbit are delighted to be recruiting for a Data Engineer to join us for a 12 month fixed-term period , working on key projects within our Everyday Excellence programme. To be successful in this role, you'll need experience in practical delivery of the end to end Data Engineering activities, utilising Microsoft Azure technologies (including Azure DevOps, Azure SQL, Data Lake, Synapse and Fabric) for hosting a central data platform. You'll be experienced in creating processing pipelines and designing business aligned InfoMart data models ready for consumption in Power BI. In this role, you can expect to deliver continuous improvement using an Agile approach, ensuring robust supportability of solution design, including documentation, collaboration, and proactive monitoring. You'll be an integral part of the Data Engineering team, embedding best practices for the design, implementation, delivery and support of complex dataflows to connect operational systems for Data & Analytics utilisation in the business. This role is part of Technology & Information where you'll help us give colleagues the infrastructure, support and insight they need to be brilliant. What you'll achieve Responsible for the practical delivery of a range of data engineering activities within the central data team to produce relevant data models to support business reporting requirements. To support the Platform Lead - Data Engineering and working in partnership across the Transformation, Technology and Data directorate to design, build, deploy and support the security, networks and infrastructure required to host the central data platform. Ensure development, solution designs and ways of working are aligned to Orbit corporate policies on compliance for data governance. Embed and document best practice processes within the Data Engineering team. Support documentation standards and clear knowledge sharing across the team to improve onboarding and troubleshooting. Use Azure DevOps in line with Data Engineering ways of working for source control, development, deployment pipelines and testing. Ensuring any assigned DevOps activities have the required level of detail and time spent on the task is recorded. Review requirements, specifications and define test conditions. Identify issues and risks associated with work while being able to analyse and report test activities and results. Identify root causes of data issues and propose sustainable fixes, contributing to the team's continuous improvement cycle. Support the Transformation, Technology and Data directorate in embedding the end-to-end data and reporting process in Orbit. Work with Data Architecture and teams across Transformation, Technology and Data to elicit end user requirements, articulate these needs to the Data Engineering team for delivery and action requirements when work has been assigned to you. Participate in code reviews, mentoring opportunities, and adapt to evolving technologies such as Microsoft Fabric and Power Platform. What you'll bring Essential skills Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail. Experience working on SQL database development solutions within Visual Studio. ETL skills (min SSIS) preferably Data Factory, Synapse and Fabric. Experience developing data warehouse solutions, modelling Fact and Dimension tables. Working knowledge of Azure DevOps methodologies for Agile projects. Using DevOps for source control, development, testing and deployment pipelines. Good communication skills able to convey complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders. Experience gathering requirements, doing business analysis and working with SMEs to build/refine a requirements backlog. Ability to write technical documents and data dictionaries. Scripting experience with Python and PowerShell. Strong documentation and organisational skills to support effective knowledge transfer. Ability to manage time effectively and balance multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Why Orbit? Choosing us means being rewarded in every sense. Here s what you can expect to enjoy with us. A rewarding experience that works for you We strive to create an inclusive experience with benefits and wellbeing programmes designed to help you, and your loved ones, to thrive. For a better work life balance, we offer flexible working opportunities for many roles. A place to progress From training programmes to professional qualifications, we provide opportunities to learn and develop at every stage of your career. Whether you re a student, graduate or experienced professional we ll support you to grow. For leaders, our tailored development journeys are designed to stretch and strengthen your leadership skills. As well as practical training, we give you access to renowned business schools and experiential programmes for greater breadth and depth of learning. A purpose to feel proud of We re proud to make a difference to people together. We re values-driven with a commercial focus on performance - because the more profit we make, the more we can achieve for people. What brings us together is a passionate belief in progress and people. Read more about the values and purpose that drive us on our careers website. How we hire We aim to make our hiring process simple and fair: Online application Interview(s) Decision and offer We put the safeguarding of our customers, colleagues and contractors at the heart of everything we do and as such, certain roles will be subject to a DBS check.
Jun 20, 2026
Contractor
We re building thriving communities as one of the UK s largest housing groups and a leading developer of affordable housing. We believe everyone is entitled to a good home they can afford, in a place they are proud to live. More than 100,000 people live in our homes. If you want to experience work that s truly rewarding, join us. Because when we achieve together, customers and communities thrive. Work for Orbit. Believe in people. The role Orbit are delighted to be recruiting for a Data Engineer to join us for a 12 month fixed-term period , working on key projects within our Everyday Excellence programme. To be successful in this role, you'll need experience in practical delivery of the end to end Data Engineering activities, utilising Microsoft Azure technologies (including Azure DevOps, Azure SQL, Data Lake, Synapse and Fabric) for hosting a central data platform. You'll be experienced in creating processing pipelines and designing business aligned InfoMart data models ready for consumption in Power BI. In this role, you can expect to deliver continuous improvement using an Agile approach, ensuring robust supportability of solution design, including documentation, collaboration, and proactive monitoring. You'll be an integral part of the Data Engineering team, embedding best practices for the design, implementation, delivery and support of complex dataflows to connect operational systems for Data & Analytics utilisation in the business. This role is part of Technology & Information where you'll help us give colleagues the infrastructure, support and insight they need to be brilliant. What you'll achieve Responsible for the practical delivery of a range of data engineering activities within the central data team to produce relevant data models to support business reporting requirements. To support the Platform Lead - Data Engineering and working in partnership across the Transformation, Technology and Data directorate to design, build, deploy and support the security, networks and infrastructure required to host the central data platform. Ensure development, solution designs and ways of working are aligned to Orbit corporate policies on compliance for data governance. Embed and document best practice processes within the Data Engineering team. Support documentation standards and clear knowledge sharing across the team to improve onboarding and troubleshooting. Use Azure DevOps in line with Data Engineering ways of working for source control, development, deployment pipelines and testing. Ensuring any assigned DevOps activities have the required level of detail and time spent on the task is recorded. Review requirements, specifications and define test conditions. Identify issues and risks associated with work while being able to analyse and report test activities and results. Identify root causes of data issues and propose sustainable fixes, contributing to the team's continuous improvement cycle. Support the Transformation, Technology and Data directorate in embedding the end-to-end data and reporting process in Orbit. Work with Data Architecture and teams across Transformation, Technology and Data to elicit end user requirements, articulate these needs to the Data Engineering team for delivery and action requirements when work has been assigned to you. Participate in code reviews, mentoring opportunities, and adapt to evolving technologies such as Microsoft Fabric and Power Platform. What you'll bring Essential skills Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail. Experience working on SQL database development solutions within Visual Studio. ETL skills (min SSIS) preferably Data Factory, Synapse and Fabric. Experience developing data warehouse solutions, modelling Fact and Dimension tables. Working knowledge of Azure DevOps methodologies for Agile projects. Using DevOps for source control, development, testing and deployment pipelines. Good communication skills able to convey complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders. Experience gathering requirements, doing business analysis and working with SMEs to build/refine a requirements backlog. Ability to write technical documents and data dictionaries. Scripting experience with Python and PowerShell. Strong documentation and organisational skills to support effective knowledge transfer. Ability to manage time effectively and balance multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Why Orbit? Choosing us means being rewarded in every sense. Here s what you can expect to enjoy with us. A rewarding experience that works for you We strive to create an inclusive experience with benefits and wellbeing programmes designed to help you, and your loved ones, to thrive. For a better work life balance, we offer flexible working opportunities for many roles. A place to progress From training programmes to professional qualifications, we provide opportunities to learn and develop at every stage of your career. Whether you re a student, graduate or experienced professional we ll support you to grow. For leaders, our tailored development journeys are designed to stretch and strengthen your leadership skills. As well as practical training, we give you access to renowned business schools and experiential programmes for greater breadth and depth of learning. A purpose to feel proud of We re proud to make a difference to people together. We re values-driven with a commercial focus on performance - because the more profit we make, the more we can achieve for people. What brings us together is a passionate belief in progress and people. Read more about the values and purpose that drive us on our careers website. How we hire We aim to make our hiring process simple and fair: Online application Interview(s) Decision and offer We put the safeguarding of our customers, colleagues and contractors at the heart of everything we do and as such, certain roles will be subject to a DBS check.
Accounts Semi-Senior - Company Summary This opportunity is with a leading North West accountancy group with a strong reputation for a friendly, supportive team culture. With a broad and varied client base across multiple industries, the firm offers genuine exposure to interesting work and the chance to develop well-rounded practice experience. The practice is known for investing in its people, offering flexibility including hybrid working / 4 day working week, alongside support for further study for those looking to progress. Accounts Semi-Senior - Description The Accounts Semi-Senior role is based in Preston and offers a broad, hands-on position within a supportive team. As Accounts Semi-Senior , you'll work closely with senior colleagues to deliver a high standard of client service, preparing accounts and supporting across VAT, bookkeeping, management accounts and audit work. It's a great role for someone who enjoys variety and wants to continue building their career in general practice, with study support available where required. Accounts Semi-Senior - Responsibilities As Accounts Semi-Senior , you will: Work closely with senior team members to deliver excellent client service Prepare year-end accounts for a range of clients Prepare and complete quarterly VAT returns, including MTD processes Assist on audit assignments and support the wider audit process Provide bookkeeping support and assist with management accounts where needed Accounts Semi-Senior - Benefits The Accounts Semi-Senior package includes: Salary in line with current market rates annual salary review 35 hours per week, with the option of a 4-day week 25 days holiday plus bank holidays 20 days for a 4-day week Flexible working and hybrid working options Auto-enrolled pension scheme contributions Group Income Protection Scheme Payment of professional subscriptions Commission for introducing new clients/work Commission for introducing new team members Life assurance 4x salary Funded social events Support for further studies where applicable Accounts Semi-Senior - Requirements To be considered for the Accounts Semi-Senior role, you will ideally have: At least 3 years' UK general practice experience AAT qualified or in the later stages or qualified by experience QBE A genuine interest in accounting and developing in practice Strong communication skills with the ability to engage with clients and colleagues at all levels Good teamworking skills, plus motivation and strong organisation A committed work ethic and willingness to get involved across a broad workload Vaisto Recruitment offers a generous referral scheme. If you refer a practice candidate to me who is not already registered as a thank you will receive a voucher up to the value of £1000. Vouchers are paid on successful completion of the referral's probation period. The above vacancy is only one of many that I am handling. Vaisto Recruitment specialises in permanent and contract practice assignments including: Audit Partner / Audit Director / Audit Associate Director / Audit Manager / Audit Senior / Audit Associate / Audit Semi Senior / Business Services Partner / Business Services Director / Business Services Manager / Business Services Associate / Accounts Senior / Accounts Associate / Tax Partner / Tax Director / Tax Manager / Tax Senior Manager / Tax Senior / Tax Semi Senior / Accounts Partner / Accounts Director / Accounts Manager / Accounts Senior / Accounts Semi Senior / Corporate Finance Partner / Corporate Finance Director / Corporate Finance Manager / Corporate Finance Executive / Corporate Finance Senior M&A / Payroll Bureau / Practice Managers
Jun 20, 2026
Full time
Accounts Semi-Senior - Company Summary This opportunity is with a leading North West accountancy group with a strong reputation for a friendly, supportive team culture. With a broad and varied client base across multiple industries, the firm offers genuine exposure to interesting work and the chance to develop well-rounded practice experience. The practice is known for investing in its people, offering flexibility including hybrid working / 4 day working week, alongside support for further study for those looking to progress. Accounts Semi-Senior - Description The Accounts Semi-Senior role is based in Preston and offers a broad, hands-on position within a supportive team. As Accounts Semi-Senior , you'll work closely with senior colleagues to deliver a high standard of client service, preparing accounts and supporting across VAT, bookkeeping, management accounts and audit work. It's a great role for someone who enjoys variety and wants to continue building their career in general practice, with study support available where required. Accounts Semi-Senior - Responsibilities As Accounts Semi-Senior , you will: Work closely with senior team members to deliver excellent client service Prepare year-end accounts for a range of clients Prepare and complete quarterly VAT returns, including MTD processes Assist on audit assignments and support the wider audit process Provide bookkeeping support and assist with management accounts where needed Accounts Semi-Senior - Benefits The Accounts Semi-Senior package includes: Salary in line with current market rates annual salary review 35 hours per week, with the option of a 4-day week 25 days holiday plus bank holidays 20 days for a 4-day week Flexible working and hybrid working options Auto-enrolled pension scheme contributions Group Income Protection Scheme Payment of professional subscriptions Commission for introducing new clients/work Commission for introducing new team members Life assurance 4x salary Funded social events Support for further studies where applicable Accounts Semi-Senior - Requirements To be considered for the Accounts Semi-Senior role, you will ideally have: At least 3 years' UK general practice experience AAT qualified or in the later stages or qualified by experience QBE A genuine interest in accounting and developing in practice Strong communication skills with the ability to engage with clients and colleagues at all levels Good teamworking skills, plus motivation and strong organisation A committed work ethic and willingness to get involved across a broad workload Vaisto Recruitment offers a generous referral scheme. If you refer a practice candidate to me who is not already registered as a thank you will receive a voucher up to the value of £1000. Vouchers are paid on successful completion of the referral's probation period. The above vacancy is only one of many that I am handling. Vaisto Recruitment specialises in permanent and contract practice assignments including: Audit Partner / Audit Director / Audit Associate Director / Audit Manager / Audit Senior / Audit Associate / Audit Semi Senior / Business Services Partner / Business Services Director / Business Services Manager / Business Services Associate / Accounts Senior / Accounts Associate / Tax Partner / Tax Director / Tax Manager / Tax Senior Manager / Tax Senior / Tax Semi Senior / Accounts Partner / Accounts Director / Accounts Manager / Accounts Senior / Accounts Semi Senior / Corporate Finance Partner / Corporate Finance Director / Corporate Finance Manager / Corporate Finance Executive / Corporate Finance Senior M&A / Payroll Bureau / Practice Managers
We re building thriving communities as one of the UK s largest housing groups and a leading developer of affordable housing. We believe everyone is entitled to a good home they can afford, in a place they are proud to live. More than 100,000 people live in our homes. If you want to experience work that s truly rewarding, join us. Because when we achieve together, customers and communities thrive. Work for Orbit. Believe in people. The role We are seeking an experienced Power BI Developer to join us for a 12 month fixed-term period , working on key projects within our Everyday Excellence programme. In this role, you will design, build and deploy interactive analytics and dashboards in Microsoft Power BI, converting enterprise data into meaningful insights for business stakeholders. You ll collaborate with data engineers, business analysts and business users to deliver high-impact visualisations, adhering to code, governance and user adoption standards. The successful candidate will have a proactive mindset and identify opportunities for improvement, anticipate user needs, and suggest enhancements. You ll be detail-oriented and able to think at an executive level, translating complex data into clear insights. Whilst working under tight deadlines in a fast-moving programme environment, you ll operate collaboratively and use your communication skills liaise with technical and non-technical stakeholders. This role is part of Technology & Information where you'll help us give colleagues the infrastructure, support and insight they need to be brilliant. This is an agile working role, based out of our Coventry office 2-4 times per month. What you'll achieve Engage with business stakeholders and Business Analysts to gather and clarify reporting requirements, KPIs, data sources and user stories. Develop and maintain Power BI dashboards, reports and scorecards that deliver actionable insights to users across operational, tactical and executive levels. Build robust data models in Power BI: define tables, relationships, hierarchies, measures using DAX, performance optimisation, data refresh strategy. Ensure data accuracy, consistency and integrity - reconcile Power BI outputs with source systems, data warehouses, and business rules. Implement role-based security (row-level security, workspace permissions) in the Power BI service. Apply visual design best practices, including layout, interactivity, filter/slicer design, performance considerations, drill-throughs, mobile-ready views. Work with the Data Engineering team to ensure data pipelines, data marts and warehouses deliver appropriate and performant data. Monitor and optimise report performance (data refresh, query performance, caching, incremental loads). Document technical designs, data flows, reporting specifications, user guides and training materials. Conduct user acceptance testing (UAT) and incorporate feedback to refine reports. Support the change-management and training programme: deliver training sessions, create quick-start guides, address user queries in early adoption phase. Maintain, enhance and decommission reports as required; maintain a backlog ofenhancements and defects; ensure version control. Stay current with Power BI features, analytics trends and provide recommendations for continuous improvement. What you'll bring Essential skills Deep expertise in Microsoft Power BI (Desktop, Service, gateways, workspace management) and strong skills in DAX and data modelling. Solid experience of working with large/complex data sets, writing optimised queries, understanding performance impacts. Strong understanding of data warehousing concepts, star schemas, ETL/data ingestion, and relational database systems (e.g., SQL Server, Azure SQL, or equivalent). Experience with role-based security/row-level security in Power BI. Good visualisation design sense: knowledge of UX, best practices in dashboards, filters/slicers, mobile vs desktop views. Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g., Azure, Power BI Premium/Embedded) Certification (e.g., Microsoft Certified: Data Analyst Associate) is advantageous. Why Orbit? Choosing us means being rewarded in every sense. Here s what you can expect to enjoy with us. A rewarding experience that works for you We strive to create an inclusive experience with benefits and wellbeing programmes designed to help you, and your loved ones, to thrive. For a better work life balance, we offer flexible working opportunities for many roles. A place to progress From training programmes to professional qualifications, we provide opportunities to learn and develop at every stage of your career. Whether you re a student, graduate or experienced professional we ll support you to grow. For leaders, our tailored development journeys are designed to stretch and strengthen your leadership skills. As well as practical training, we give you access to renowned business schools and experiential programmes for greater breadth and depth of learning. A purpose to feel proud of We re proud to make a difference to people together. We re values-driven with a commercial focus on performance - because the more profit we make, the more we can achieve for people. What brings us together is a passionate belief in progress and people. Read more about the values and purpose that drive us on our careers website. How we hire We aim to make our hiring process simple and fair: Online application Interview(s) Decision and offer We put the safeguarding of our customers, colleagues and contractors at the heart of everything we do and as such, certain roles will be subject to a DBS check.
Jun 20, 2026
Contractor
We re building thriving communities as one of the UK s largest housing groups and a leading developer of affordable housing. We believe everyone is entitled to a good home they can afford, in a place they are proud to live. More than 100,000 people live in our homes. If you want to experience work that s truly rewarding, join us. Because when we achieve together, customers and communities thrive. Work for Orbit. Believe in people. The role We are seeking an experienced Power BI Developer to join us for a 12 month fixed-term period , working on key projects within our Everyday Excellence programme. In this role, you will design, build and deploy interactive analytics and dashboards in Microsoft Power BI, converting enterprise data into meaningful insights for business stakeholders. You ll collaborate with data engineers, business analysts and business users to deliver high-impact visualisations, adhering to code, governance and user adoption standards. The successful candidate will have a proactive mindset and identify opportunities for improvement, anticipate user needs, and suggest enhancements. You ll be detail-oriented and able to think at an executive level, translating complex data into clear insights. Whilst working under tight deadlines in a fast-moving programme environment, you ll operate collaboratively and use your communication skills liaise with technical and non-technical stakeholders. This role is part of Technology & Information where you'll help us give colleagues the infrastructure, support and insight they need to be brilliant. This is an agile working role, based out of our Coventry office 2-4 times per month. What you'll achieve Engage with business stakeholders and Business Analysts to gather and clarify reporting requirements, KPIs, data sources and user stories. Develop and maintain Power BI dashboards, reports and scorecards that deliver actionable insights to users across operational, tactical and executive levels. Build robust data models in Power BI: define tables, relationships, hierarchies, measures using DAX, performance optimisation, data refresh strategy. Ensure data accuracy, consistency and integrity - reconcile Power BI outputs with source systems, data warehouses, and business rules. Implement role-based security (row-level security, workspace permissions) in the Power BI service. Apply visual design best practices, including layout, interactivity, filter/slicer design, performance considerations, drill-throughs, mobile-ready views. Work with the Data Engineering team to ensure data pipelines, data marts and warehouses deliver appropriate and performant data. Monitor and optimise report performance (data refresh, query performance, caching, incremental loads). Document technical designs, data flows, reporting specifications, user guides and training materials. Conduct user acceptance testing (UAT) and incorporate feedback to refine reports. Support the change-management and training programme: deliver training sessions, create quick-start guides, address user queries in early adoption phase. Maintain, enhance and decommission reports as required; maintain a backlog ofenhancements and defects; ensure version control. Stay current with Power BI features, analytics trends and provide recommendations for continuous improvement. What you'll bring Essential skills Deep expertise in Microsoft Power BI (Desktop, Service, gateways, workspace management) and strong skills in DAX and data modelling. Solid experience of working with large/complex data sets, writing optimised queries, understanding performance impacts. Strong understanding of data warehousing concepts, star schemas, ETL/data ingestion, and relational database systems (e.g., SQL Server, Azure SQL, or equivalent). Experience with role-based security/row-level security in Power BI. Good visualisation design sense: knowledge of UX, best practices in dashboards, filters/slicers, mobile vs desktop views. Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g., Azure, Power BI Premium/Embedded) Certification (e.g., Microsoft Certified: Data Analyst Associate) is advantageous. Why Orbit? Choosing us means being rewarded in every sense. Here s what you can expect to enjoy with us. A rewarding experience that works for you We strive to create an inclusive experience with benefits and wellbeing programmes designed to help you, and your loved ones, to thrive. For a better work life balance, we offer flexible working opportunities for many roles. A place to progress From training programmes to professional qualifications, we provide opportunities to learn and develop at every stage of your career. Whether you re a student, graduate or experienced professional we ll support you to grow. For leaders, our tailored development journeys are designed to stretch and strengthen your leadership skills. As well as practical training, we give you access to renowned business schools and experiential programmes for greater breadth and depth of learning. A purpose to feel proud of We re proud to make a difference to people together. We re values-driven with a commercial focus on performance - because the more profit we make, the more we can achieve for people. What brings us together is a passionate belief in progress and people. Read more about the values and purpose that drive us on our careers website. How we hire We aim to make our hiring process simple and fair: Online application Interview(s) Decision and offer We put the safeguarding of our customers, colleagues and contractors at the heart of everything we do and as such, certain roles will be subject to a DBS check.
We are seeking an Interim Director of People Services to provide executive-level leadership during a significant period of strategic, organisational and governance change. The successful candidate will lead the people agenda, drive workforce planning, culture and EDI initiatives, and provide expert ER/IR leadership, helping position the organisation for the successful delivery of its new corporate strategy. Client Details Our client is a large, highly respected public sector organisation entering an exciting period of strategic evolution. With a new organisational strategy due to launch and a number of significant governance and transformation initiatives underway, they are seeking an experienced Interim HR Director to provide executive-level leadership during a critical phase of change. This is a unique opportunity to join a purpose-driven organisation with a strong reputation and make a lasting impact on its people agenda, culture and future direction. Description Reporting to the Executive Team, the Interim Director of People Services will provide strategic leadership across the full employee life-cycle, ensuring the People function is positioned to support both immediate operational priorities and longer-term organisational ambitions. Key responsibilities include: Providing visible and credible leadership of the HR function. Leading the development and delivery of the People Strategy aligned to organisational objectives. Supporting the implementation of a new organisational strategy and wider transformation agenda. Delivering strategic workforce planning to ensure future organisational capability. Leading complex employee relations and industrial relations activity within a unionised environment. Building and maintaining effective partnerships with Trade Unions and key stakeholders. Driving organisational development, leadership capability and culture change initiatives. Leading the organisation's Equality, Diversity and Inclusion strategy and associated programmes. Supporting governance reform and organisational change activity. Ensuring robust people governance, compliance and risk management frameworks are in place. Profile The successful candidate will be an experienced Interim Director of People Services with a proven track record of operating at Executive level within complex organisations. You will possess: Previous experience as an HR Director, Executive Director of People or equivalent. Strong employee relations and industrial relations expertise, ideally within unionised environments. Demonstrable experience of leading large-scale organisational transformation and change programmes. Significant experience in strategic workforce planning and organisational design. A track record of developing and embedding Equality, Diversity and Inclusion strategies. Experience supporting organisations through governance and structural change. Exceptional stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence at Board, Executive and senior leadership level. The credibility, resilience and pragmatism required to operate effectively in a high-profile interim appointment. Experience working at HR Director / Interim Director of People Services in a Public Sector and Government, Not-For Profit or Charity sector is essential. Job Offer Six-month interim assignment. Competitive day rate in line with market rates. Inside IR35 engagement. Hybrid working model. Opportunity to lead a high-profile people agenda during a significant period of transformation. Immediate start available. Executive-level stakeholder exposure and impact. Location: Cheshire and Manchester
Jun 19, 2026
Seasonal
We are seeking an Interim Director of People Services to provide executive-level leadership during a significant period of strategic, organisational and governance change. The successful candidate will lead the people agenda, drive workforce planning, culture and EDI initiatives, and provide expert ER/IR leadership, helping position the organisation for the successful delivery of its new corporate strategy. Client Details Our client is a large, highly respected public sector organisation entering an exciting period of strategic evolution. With a new organisational strategy due to launch and a number of significant governance and transformation initiatives underway, they are seeking an experienced Interim HR Director to provide executive-level leadership during a critical phase of change. This is a unique opportunity to join a purpose-driven organisation with a strong reputation and make a lasting impact on its people agenda, culture and future direction. Description Reporting to the Executive Team, the Interim Director of People Services will provide strategic leadership across the full employee life-cycle, ensuring the People function is positioned to support both immediate operational priorities and longer-term organisational ambitions. Key responsibilities include: Providing visible and credible leadership of the HR function. Leading the development and delivery of the People Strategy aligned to organisational objectives. Supporting the implementation of a new organisational strategy and wider transformation agenda. Delivering strategic workforce planning to ensure future organisational capability. Leading complex employee relations and industrial relations activity within a unionised environment. Building and maintaining effective partnerships with Trade Unions and key stakeholders. Driving organisational development, leadership capability and culture change initiatives. Leading the organisation's Equality, Diversity and Inclusion strategy and associated programmes. Supporting governance reform and organisational change activity. Ensuring robust people governance, compliance and risk management frameworks are in place. Profile The successful candidate will be an experienced Interim Director of People Services with a proven track record of operating at Executive level within complex organisations. You will possess: Previous experience as an HR Director, Executive Director of People or equivalent. Strong employee relations and industrial relations expertise, ideally within unionised environments. Demonstrable experience of leading large-scale organisational transformation and change programmes. Significant experience in strategic workforce planning and organisational design. A track record of developing and embedding Equality, Diversity and Inclusion strategies. Experience supporting organisations through governance and structural change. Exceptional stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence at Board, Executive and senior leadership level. The credibility, resilience and pragmatism required to operate effectively in a high-profile interim appointment. Experience working at HR Director / Interim Director of People Services in a Public Sector and Government, Not-For Profit or Charity sector is essential. Job Offer Six-month interim assignment. Competitive day rate in line with market rates. Inside IR35 engagement. Hybrid working model. Opportunity to lead a high-profile people agenda during a significant period of transformation. Immediate start available. Executive-level stakeholder exposure and impact. Location: Cheshire and Manchester
Energise Your Career with Framatome UK - Powering a Safer, Smarter Nuclear Future Framatome is a global leader in nuclear energy, recognised for delivering innovative, value-added technologies that design, build, maintain, and advance the world's nuclear fleet. With 20,000 employees in over 70 locations worldwide, we provide components, fuel, and control systems for nuclear power plants, along with a full suite of reactor services - all focused on improving safety, performance, and sustainability. Backed by EDF Group (80.5%) and Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (19.5%), we're driving the future of clean energy. Here in the UK, our team is already 400 strong - and growing. As we expand our service offerings across the UK nuclear industry, we're aiming to reach 600 dedicated professionals in 2026. Now's your chance to join a company that's shaping the energy transition - where your expertise will matter, your growth will be supported, and your work will help power generations to come. As the Procurement & Contracts Manager, you will own the procurement strategy and approach for high-value and strategic procurement activity across design, manufacture, install and commissioning projects. You will also have responsiblity for indirect expenditure, and associated category management approaches, including professional services. The Procurement & Contracts Manager is responsible for ensuring that the company has a clear strategy on the purchasing of goods and services, and enhancing the approved supplier register, in consultation with other company departments. The Procurement & Contracts Manager ensures that procurement activity and project tendering is delivered in line with our processes and procedures to meet company objectives and improve safety, delivery, quality, innovation and cost. The Procurement & Contracts has responsibility for the procurement team from a strategy setting, scope allocation, process implementation, training and development perspective. The Procurement and Contracts Manager is capable to negotiate terms and conditions with their legal collegues and is able to provide contractual advise to the business in both setting up contracts / procurement and in delivery of contracts, support in the event of disputes. Key Activities: • Create, implement and review procurement strategies that are innovative, cost-effective, and incorporate the growing complexities and challenges within industry; • Ownership and continuous improvement of procurement procedures and process; • Define objectives related to the performance of the procurement process and procedures; • Review of data and KPIs support the efficiency of the procurement function; • Identify strategic partners, build and maintain long-term relationships and contracts with suppliers in the industry; • Understand tenders, projects' needs and proposed adapted strategies to get quotes delivering these needs (deliver and manage RFQs); • Day to day management of the upstream procurement process and function - including team development and training • Lead negotiation on price and terms and consitions (with legal) to deliver value; • Lead the Tenders and Projects team on the best route to market; • Lead transformation initiatives aimed to build procurement organisational capabilities and improve procurement efficiency; • Management of logistics, as well as weights, dimentions, etc; • Preparation of forecasts on changes in the market or price as well as on the companies own demands; • Management of Purchase Orders & compliance and support internal and external audit • Negotiate terms and conditions with suppliers to ensure a strong commercial position for Framatome and advise the business on contractual positions • Stakeholder management with other functions of Framatome Ltd for Supply Chain awareness and effectiveness Training & Development Expectations: - Educated to Degree level and above - knowledge of SAP - Expereinced in reviewing, writing and negotiating contracts and model form contracts i.e. NEC - Experience in managing claims and disputes with suppliers through formal and informal means - MCIPS qualified - Management experience across multiple demands - 5+ years in a procurement/ Supply chain leadership role Person Specification: • Experience major projects & multiple scope/ category procurement • Experience of highly regulated industries. • Good negotiating skills • Good Knowledge of material procurement. • Good knowledge of service contracts • Strong commercial and contractual accument, able to easily de-mistify contract clauses and educate people on commercial clauses in contracts • Strong communication skills and ability to influence/ present internally and external
Jun 19, 2026
Full time
Energise Your Career with Framatome UK - Powering a Safer, Smarter Nuclear Future Framatome is a global leader in nuclear energy, recognised for delivering innovative, value-added technologies that design, build, maintain, and advance the world's nuclear fleet. With 20,000 employees in over 70 locations worldwide, we provide components, fuel, and control systems for nuclear power plants, along with a full suite of reactor services - all focused on improving safety, performance, and sustainability. Backed by EDF Group (80.5%) and Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (19.5%), we're driving the future of clean energy. Here in the UK, our team is already 400 strong - and growing. As we expand our service offerings across the UK nuclear industry, we're aiming to reach 600 dedicated professionals in 2026. Now's your chance to join a company that's shaping the energy transition - where your expertise will matter, your growth will be supported, and your work will help power generations to come. As the Procurement & Contracts Manager, you will own the procurement strategy and approach for high-value and strategic procurement activity across design, manufacture, install and commissioning projects. You will also have responsiblity for indirect expenditure, and associated category management approaches, including professional services. The Procurement & Contracts Manager is responsible for ensuring that the company has a clear strategy on the purchasing of goods and services, and enhancing the approved supplier register, in consultation with other company departments. The Procurement & Contracts Manager ensures that procurement activity and project tendering is delivered in line with our processes and procedures to meet company objectives and improve safety, delivery, quality, innovation and cost. The Procurement & Contracts has responsibility for the procurement team from a strategy setting, scope allocation, process implementation, training and development perspective. The Procurement and Contracts Manager is capable to negotiate terms and conditions with their legal collegues and is able to provide contractual advise to the business in both setting up contracts / procurement and in delivery of contracts, support in the event of disputes. Key Activities: • Create, implement and review procurement strategies that are innovative, cost-effective, and incorporate the growing complexities and challenges within industry; • Ownership and continuous improvement of procurement procedures and process; • Define objectives related to the performance of the procurement process and procedures; • Review of data and KPIs support the efficiency of the procurement function; • Identify strategic partners, build and maintain long-term relationships and contracts with suppliers in the industry; • Understand tenders, projects' needs and proposed adapted strategies to get quotes delivering these needs (deliver and manage RFQs); • Day to day management of the upstream procurement process and function - including team development and training • Lead negotiation on price and terms and consitions (with legal) to deliver value; • Lead the Tenders and Projects team on the best route to market; • Lead transformation initiatives aimed to build procurement organisational capabilities and improve procurement efficiency; • Management of logistics, as well as weights, dimentions, etc; • Preparation of forecasts on changes in the market or price as well as on the companies own demands; • Management of Purchase Orders & compliance and support internal and external audit • Negotiate terms and conditions with suppliers to ensure a strong commercial position for Framatome and advise the business on contractual positions • Stakeholder management with other functions of Framatome Ltd for Supply Chain awareness and effectiveness Training & Development Expectations: - Educated to Degree level and above - knowledge of SAP - Expereinced in reviewing, writing and negotiating contracts and model form contracts i.e. NEC - Experience in managing claims and disputes with suppliers through formal and informal means - MCIPS qualified - Management experience across multiple demands - 5+ years in a procurement/ Supply chain leadership role Person Specification: • Experience major projects & multiple scope/ category procurement • Experience of highly regulated industries. • Good negotiating skills • Good Knowledge of material procurement. • Good knowledge of service contracts • Strong commercial and contractual accument, able to easily de-mistify contract clauses and educate people on commercial clauses in contracts • Strong communication skills and ability to influence/ present internally and external
4Recruitment Services are seeking a Housing Neighbourhood Officer for our client based in Slough. As a member of the Tenancy Management team this post provides a specialist administrative function and support role to the Tenancy Management Team. To support Senior Neighbourhood officers, Neighbourhood Leads and the Neighbourhood Manager to deliver an excellent housing management and ASB prevention and enforcement service to our residents within a specified geographical area. All Aspects of Tenancy Management Estate management Viewings, new tenancy visits and tenancy sign ups Tenancy Audit and fraud prevention Early rent arrears support Requesting responsive maintenance Addressing anti-social behaviour Providing a tenancy sustainment service The Tenancy Management team implement area-specific Service Plans and Corporate Plans which support the delivery of the corporate 5-Year Plan objectives. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE: To support and facilitate the delivery of a high standard of service against an agreed Service Plan for the assigned area in consultation with residents. Provide a comprehensive office management function including (but not limited to): supporting the administration of complaints and enquiries, post and stationery, taking telephone messages for staff, ensuring all written correspondence is dealt with by the correct officer in the correct timescales, manage the diaries of officers, fob and key management, maintenance of electronic records, administration related to lone worker devices. Raising of Purchase Orders and ensuring invoices are checked and paid. Provide administrative support in relation to the preparation of documents for Senior Neighbourhood Officers to use when going to court to; Provide administrative support in the management of council owned garages, car ports and hard standings including the administration of voids, allocations, lettings, and the termination of rental agreements. Lead on preparing and completing all paperwork associated with signing up tenants to new tenancies. This includes arranging and conducting viewings, meeting with new tenants to complete relevant paperwork, carrying out identity checks and ensuring that the first period of rent is paid in advance of the tenancy being signed. Support the completion of all mutual exchange processes from receiving an application through to completion of the exchange within the statutory timescales. Maintain and update all records of tenancy audits and estate inspections completed by Senior Neighbourhood Officers updating NEC database. Support all Neighbourhood Leads and the Neighbourhood Manager to provide timely key performance indicator information each quarter. ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS INCLUDE: Basic knowledge of role of social housing. Comprehensive understanding of Neighbourhood Services objectives. Awareness and understanding of Housing Regulation and Consumer Standards. NVQ Level 3/A level education (preferably in Business/ Administration or similar) or equivalent. A full JD is available upon request. Recruitment is done in line with safe recruitment practices. 4Recruitment Services is an equal opportunities employer. To discuss this vacancy in further detail or any other vacancies, please contact Chelsey on (phone number removed) or email (url removed)
Jun 19, 2026
Contractor
4Recruitment Services are seeking a Housing Neighbourhood Officer for our client based in Slough. As a member of the Tenancy Management team this post provides a specialist administrative function and support role to the Tenancy Management Team. To support Senior Neighbourhood officers, Neighbourhood Leads and the Neighbourhood Manager to deliver an excellent housing management and ASB prevention and enforcement service to our residents within a specified geographical area. All Aspects of Tenancy Management Estate management Viewings, new tenancy visits and tenancy sign ups Tenancy Audit and fraud prevention Early rent arrears support Requesting responsive maintenance Addressing anti-social behaviour Providing a tenancy sustainment service The Tenancy Management team implement area-specific Service Plans and Corporate Plans which support the delivery of the corporate 5-Year Plan objectives. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE: To support and facilitate the delivery of a high standard of service against an agreed Service Plan for the assigned area in consultation with residents. Provide a comprehensive office management function including (but not limited to): supporting the administration of complaints and enquiries, post and stationery, taking telephone messages for staff, ensuring all written correspondence is dealt with by the correct officer in the correct timescales, manage the diaries of officers, fob and key management, maintenance of electronic records, administration related to lone worker devices. Raising of Purchase Orders and ensuring invoices are checked and paid. Provide administrative support in relation to the preparation of documents for Senior Neighbourhood Officers to use when going to court to; Provide administrative support in the management of council owned garages, car ports and hard standings including the administration of voids, allocations, lettings, and the termination of rental agreements. Lead on preparing and completing all paperwork associated with signing up tenants to new tenancies. This includes arranging and conducting viewings, meeting with new tenants to complete relevant paperwork, carrying out identity checks and ensuring that the first period of rent is paid in advance of the tenancy being signed. Support the completion of all mutual exchange processes from receiving an application through to completion of the exchange within the statutory timescales. Maintain and update all records of tenancy audits and estate inspections completed by Senior Neighbourhood Officers updating NEC database. Support all Neighbourhood Leads and the Neighbourhood Manager to provide timely key performance indicator information each quarter. ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS INCLUDE: Basic knowledge of role of social housing. Comprehensive understanding of Neighbourhood Services objectives. Awareness and understanding of Housing Regulation and Consumer Standards. NVQ Level 3/A level education (preferably in Business/ Administration or similar) or equivalent. A full JD is available upon request. Recruitment is done in line with safe recruitment practices. 4Recruitment Services is an equal opportunities employer. To discuss this vacancy in further detail or any other vacancies, please contact Chelsey on (phone number removed) or email (url removed)
